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As we evolve into the people we will become, we sense that changes need to be made. Hair styles are modified, and we alter our fashions to make statements about who we are. We develop emotionally on our journey, as we mold ourselves after our friends, and our families. We follow our dreams and pledge to let nothing stand in our way . Our beloved institution moves forward with us . Each building gets special attention in the renovation plan. The focus of construction is to revitalize, and to recapture the classic beauty that has always been our trademark. As St. Petersburg High School moves forward, so must we, in our never ending quest for what will be our Brand New Look . - Kira Scherer Table of Contents Student Life 6 People 46 156 Organizations 178 Community 248
NO-SO-WE-EA St. Petersburg High School 2501 5th Avenue North St. Petersburg, FL 33713 (813) 323-7840 Population: 1748 1
New Look in New Theatre, but Still a ... In 1926, St. Petersburg High School welcomed 200 students through its beautiful arches, and as the years went by, enrollment increased. In late 1979, some school board personnel thought that our beloved building needed to be torn down. In light of the brand new school buildings being constructed in the north county, it seemed like a good idea. Community Thirteen years, and over fifteen million dollars later, we opened for our traditional Open House. "I enjoyed having Open House so early in the year,'' commented Mrs. Aixa Ruch, a teacher who spoke with many parents that night. She continued, ''The teachers are upbeat and they are still fresh from the summer, not overloaded with papers and work." they were headed, much like the freshmen on their first day. Students were posted around the campus to lend a helping hand. "I enjoyed helping the parents. Many seemed very excited about seeing St. Pete High for the first time," said Jeni Shepardson, a senior member of NHS. David Meece attended Open House to sell Interact calendars, and he raditional Open House Right: Education of a Foreign Language. Mrs. Alxa Ruch speaks with parents on what Spanish Ill A.P. Involves. Far Right: Reminiscing with friends. Mrs. Jill East converses with parents Mr. and Mrs. Mehon on current art programs. 2 • Opening/Open House members rallied, though, and this institution was placed on the National Historic Registry. Although construction plans most certainly hindered our daily living, we anxiously awaited ceilings that didn't leak, windows that actually opened, and walls without holes in them. The festivities began promptly at 7:00pm as the band entertained the group. "It was great to see so many parents involved in their children's education, ' ' stated Mr. Murray Mintz, the Drama director at SPHS. As the parents began to attend class, many found that they had no idea where helped at least 50 parents. "The entire evening was very well organized. Students, parents, and teachers were very pleasant, informative , and helpful, " stated Mr. William Grey, the principal, who was looking for an even better turn-out next year. - Cara Capucci
Above: Heading In the right direction. Jennifer Shepardson points east to the Technology Building where Mr. Dan Topping will attend his next "class." Left: Leading the Celebration. Senior Sarah Berrett leads the marching band In the theatre for the parents on Open House night. Left: In which direction do I go? Mrs. Valerie Miller requests assistance from Doug Max on how to get to the West Central Building. Open House/Opening • 3
4 • Opening/Spirit Place Changed, ·but ... The student body saw the completion of the first of several "face lifts" on the 80 year old institution they called school. Even pep assemblies, the bastion of fun at SPHS, gained new looks and different attitudes. ''There were several reasons we moved the pep assemblies to the gym," stated Activities Director, Mr. Herb Anderson. "For one thing, it smiling and excited, and I felt so much more a part of the school.'' We had close quarters, though. When one person jumped up to yell, everyone needed to jump up or the students would come tumbling down the bleachers. "I feel like a sardine in that gym - we are so close together!" exclaimed sophomore Tara McMurray. "By the pirit Remains cut too much time from the assembly to march all the kids out to the field. The assemblies are for the kids to enjoy.'' ''The hardest part about performing at the assembly was looking up and seeing the entire school staring at you,'' said J .V. cheerleader Christine Bowser. "Then I saw people Above:Ready,set,dance. The Devilettes are poised to begin their energetic routine, always a big hit with the student body. second pep assembly, everyone just sat there! I think they were too scared to move!" The new look that had begun to take place over the school had reached into the soul of SPHS, its spirit. - Kira Scherer Right: Go, Green Devils. Corinthian Sirmans lets out an especially loud cheer for the senior class in an attempt to win the Spirit Award.
Left: Old St. Pete High School ... The cheerleaders can always be counted on to lead the school in the "singing and the swaying" of the Alma Mater. Above: We're cool. It takes the sophomores a little time to generate real enthusiasm at the first pep assembly of the year. Left: The coveted pitchfork. Gavin Harris presents the Spirit Award to the cheerleaders during the pep rally. Spirit/Opening • 5
Student Life Section. Front row: Kira Scherer, (editor-in– chief) 2nd row: Cary Will, and Cara Capucci. ~ ··· 6 We're Getting a Brand New
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