1971

 

5 Surprising Snapshots of High School Life in 1971: Inside the Inaugural Pocahontas County Yearbook

Introduction

Long before high school life was captured on smartphone cameras, filtered through social media feeds, or organized via cloud-based classrooms, youth culture was recorded in heavy, cloth-bound volumes printed once a year. Step back to 1971, and you can almost hear the clattering rhythm of mechanical typewriters, smell fresh mimeograph ink, and feel the polish of hardwood gym floors.

A captivating window into this analog world exists in the inaugural 1971 edition of the WARRIOR yearbook from Pocahontas County High School in West Virginia. That year marked a monumental shift for the local community: rural school consolidation. By unifying several smaller, isolated town high schools into one modern, centralized facility set against the backdrop of the Allegheny Mountains, the county created a single hub for local youth. Centered on the unifying theme "This Is Your School," this debut yearbook served as the definitive physical archive of student identity and community pride. Here are five surprising snapshots of high school life in 1971 revealed within its pages.

1. A Capitol Debut: A U.S. Capitol Flag for a Brand-New School

Establishing a consolidated high school is a rare historical milestone for a rural county. An architectural rendering featured on the opening pages reveals a sprawling, low-profile facility surrounded by rolling Appalachian hills—a dramatic departure from the aging community schoolhouses it replaced.

To commemorate the opening of this centralized campus, school patron Mr. John Hazlitt secured a national honor: an official American flag that had previously flown over the United States Capitol building in Washington, D.C. To record the moment, the yearbook photographed four student leaders proudly unfurling the banner: Susan Viers, Rick Wilmore, Dennis Dever, and Rick Moore. Crucially, these four students represented the class presidents of the Freshman, Sophomore, Junior, and Senior classes, respectively—symbolizing four distinct age groups united under one roof for the first time.

The editorial staff formally dedicated the debut yearbook to the community, establishing its overarching philosophy:

"The theme chosen for this first edition of the WARRIOR is 'This Is Your School.' This treasure chest of memories is directed by Mrs. Fay Moore with the assistance of Mrs. Pat Marsh, Mrs. Alice Irvine, and Mr. Ralph Cobun. In it, you will see the work of Debra Stewart, Steve Weatherholt, Tom McLaughlin, and David Horne, senior editors; Lori Rose and Shirley Fowler, junior editors. We wish to express our appreciation to the patrons of the school, the administration, the faculty, and the entire student body for their cooperation in furthering the interests of the WARRIOR."

This civic handoff underscored how small-town identity and national pride intersected as a new era began for the county's youth.

2. 1970s "High Tech": Language Labs with Headsets and Business Machine Rooms

Educational technology in 1971 looked drastically different from today's silent, sleek laptops, but it was no less focused on career specialization.

In the school's "Language Laboratory," students sat in long rows of custom wooden cubicles separated by privacy dividers. To hone their pronunciation and listening comprehension, each student put on heavy, aviation-style padded headphones with attached boom microphones—an immersive, state-of-the-art audio setup for language instruction fifty years ago.

Down the hallway, the "Business Machines" classroom resembled an early office floor. Specialized wooden typing desks held heavy mechanical adding machines and typewriters. Here, students learned business correspondence, filing, and office management—skills that directly prepared them for entry into the 1970s workforce. While these stations lacked digital screens, they provided hands-on, specialized technical training long before personal computers entered the classroom.

3. Physical Education in the Open Field

While modern schools often conduct physical education inside climate-controlled fieldhouses, PE classes in 1971 routinely embraced the surrounding rural landscape.

The photograph for "Girl's Physical Education" captures a striking scene: dozens of female students lined up in precise formation across a wide, open grassy pasture bordered by thick forest trees. Wearing dark uniform gym suits, the students stand in disciplined rows under the mountain sky. This contrasts sharply with photographs from the same yearbook's "Home Economics" section, where female students wore tailored dresses, skirts, and patterned vests while laying out sewing patterns across large worktables.

By taking physical education out of the gym and into the open field, the curriculum directly integrated the natural Appalachian environment into everyday school routines.

4. Deep Rural Roots: Vocational Trades, FFA, and FHA Dominance

Because Pocahontas County High School consolidated several rural farming and timber communities, career and technical training formed the bedrock of student life.

The scale of student participation in vocational programs was staggering. Organizations like the Future Farmers of America (FFA) and Future Homemakers of America (FHA) were not niche clubs; they represented a massive portion of the student body. Group photographs for both the FFA and FHA reveal so many active members that each club filled eight full tiers of gymnasium bleachers from top to bottom. Supported by programs in Vocational Agriculture and the Vocational Industrial Club of America (VICA), these organizations trained students in practical trades, equipment operation, and home economics alongside standard academic courses.

Community traditions were tightly bound to these vocational groups. The yearbook prominently features Barbara VanReenan, named the 1971 FFA Chapter Sweetheart. Wearing a double-buttoned dress and sporting a classic early-1970s bouffant/flip hairstyle, her portrait highlights how local agrarian traditions were celebrated as major campus achievements.

5. Massive School Spirit: Bleacher-Busting Pep Clubs and Community Nights

Perhaps the most striking cultural contrast between 1971 and today lies in the sheer physical density of student gathering. Before smartphones created personalized, screen-mediated entertainment, the consolidated high school served as the supreme social network and cultural anchor for the entire region.

The school's Pep Club membership was so overwhelming that its group photo filled an entire eight-tier section of wooden bleachers, with additional cheerleaders kneeling across the hardwood floor. School spirit was a collective obligation that brought nearly every student into the stands.

This social cohesion extended to adult residents as well. During "Parent's Night," the school gym transformed into a dual civic assembly. Photos show the school concert band seated on the floor performing for an audience, while local adults jammed every row of the bleachers to hear administrators speak from a wooden floor podium. In an era before digital media fragmented local leisure time, high school assemblies were the primary gathering spaces where rural communities renewed their shared identity.

Conclusion & Final Thought

The inaugural 1971 WARRIOR yearbook records a community in transformation. From U.S. Capitol flags and padded audio headsets to open-field gym classes and packed gymnasium bleachers, these archival snapshots capture an era when physical proximity and civic pride built a strong foundation for local youth. Fifty years later, these pages remind us that while educational technology continually evolves, the fundamental human need for community anchor points remains unchanged.

When you look back at your own school's history, what historical traditions or forgotten details stand out the most? Share your memories in the comments below!

 

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Executive Briefing: 1971 Pocahontas County High School Yearbook ("WARRIOR") Synthesis

Executive Summary

This briefing document provides a comprehensive synthesis of the historical data and institutional structure derived from the inaugural 1971 edition of the WARRIOR, the yearbook for Pocahontas County High School in West Virginia. The publication marks a pivotal transition point for the educational institution, establishing its foundational identity under the theme "This Is Your School."

Key insights from the document include:

• Architectural & Institutional Establishment: A new modern campus facility was designed by Harrisonburg, Virginia architects L.D. Davis, Jr. A.I.A. and C.E. McClintock A.I.A. A dedicated school patron, Mr. John Hazlitt, facilitated the acquisition of an official U.S. flag that had flown over the U.S. Capitol building to fly at the new facility.
• Instructional Infrastructure: The school integrated dedicated vocational and academic spaces, including a specialized Language Laboratory, Business Machines room, Science facilities, Vocational Agriculture center, Home Economics department, and Library.
• Extracurricular & Organization Network: Active student bodies were established across academic honor societies (National Honor Society), vocational chapters (FFA, FHA, Vocational Industrial Club of America, Future Business Leaders of America), performing arts (Band, Chorus, Music Club), and school spirit/interest clubs (Pep Club, Nature Club).
• Athletic Framework: Varsity and freshman athletic rosters were established, featuring programs in football, basketball, and cheerleading led by faculty coaching staff.

School Identity and Administrative Overview

Themes and Production

• Yearbook Title & Volume: 71 WARRIOR (First Edition) [SOURCE_IMAGE_1, SOURCE_IMAGE_3].
• Official Theme: "This Is Your School" [SOURCE_IMAGE_3].
• Facutly Leadership & Direction:
  • Director: Mrs. Fay Moore [SOURCE_IMAGE_3].
  • Assistants: Mrs. Pat Marsh, Mrs. Alice Irvine, Mr. Ralph Cobun [SOURCE_IMAGE_3].
• Editorial Board:
  • Senior Editors: Debra Stewart, Steve Weatherholt, Tom McLaughlin, David Horne [SOURCE_IMAGE_3].
  • Junior Editors: Lori Rose, Shirley Fowler [SOURCE_IMAGE_3].

Campus Infrastructure & Patrons

• Architecture Firm: L.D. Davis, Jr. A.I.A. - C.E. McClintock A.I.A. - Architects (Harrisonburg, Virginia) [SOURCE_IMAGE_3].
• Capitol Flag Ceremony:
  • Patron: Mr. John Hazlitt provided an official flag that originally flew over the U.S. Capitol building [SOURCE_IMAGE_3].
  • Class Presidents Presenting Flag: Susan Viers, Rick Wilmore, Dennis Dever, and Rick Moore [SOURCE_IMAGE_3].

Academic Divisions and Instructional Facilities

The school structure is divided into major sections including Administration, Seniors, Underclassmen, Activities, and Athletics [SOURCE_IMAGE_4, SOURCE_IMAGE_5, SOURCE_IMAGE_6, SOURCE_IMAGE_7].

Department / Facility	Notable Characteristics & Operations	Source Reference
Language Laboratory	Equipped with individual listening booths and audio headset stations.	[SOURCE_IMAGE_18]
Science Classrooms	Fully equipped laboratory tables, gas/water fixtures, and classroom seating.	[SOURCE_IMAGE_18]
Home Economics	Large layout/cutting tables for textile work and design projects.	[SOURCE_IMAGE_19]
Library	Open-stack shelving, study tables, and reference centers.	[SOURCE_IMAGE_19]
Business Machines	Office technology training room with typewriters and calculating equipment.	[SOURCE_IMAGE_20]
Vocational Agriculture	Classroom instruction led by dedicated faculty with specialized technical literature.	[SOURCE_IMAGE_20]
Girl's Physical Education	Outdoor athletic field activities and team sports instruction.	[SOURCE_IMAGE_20]

Student Organizations and Leadership

Pep Club

• Officers:
  • President: Sue Waslo [SOURCE_IMAGE_13]
  • Vice President: Janice Nelson [SOURCE_IMAGE_13]
  • Secretary: Jean Shinaberry [SOURCE_IMAGE_13]
  • Treasurer: Steve Weatherholt [SOURCE_IMAGE_13]
  • Reporter: Lillian Barb [SOURCE_IMAGE_13]
• Members: Includes kneeling spirit leaders (June Starks, Becky Cutlip, Lois Sharp, Cathy Summers, Nina Fowler, Debbie Matheny) and multi-row general membership [SOURCE_IMAGE_13].

Vocational & Professional Honor Clubs

• Future Farmers of America (FFA):
  • Sponsors: Mr. Irvine, Mr. McMann [SOURCE_IMAGE_14].
  • 1971 FFA Chapter Sweetheart: Barbara VanReenan [SOURCE_IMAGE_11].
  • Key Leadership/Members: Lynn Jordon, Oran Nelson, David Cain, Earnest Galford, David Vaugh, Randall Hefner, Ted Moore, Claude Sharp, James Mullenax, Steve Barnisky, Kenney Shearer, Allen Crist, Joe Hamed, Danny Cain, Galen Mullenax, Bob Long, Michael Taylor, Bill Beard, Delbert Sharp, John Wilfong, Mike Cassell, James Sheets [SOURCE_IMAGE_14].
• Future Homemakers of America (FHA):
  • Sponsors: Mrs. Galford, Mrs. Vance [SOURCE_IMAGE_15].
  • Key Members: Becky Cutlip, Ramona Orndorff, Terry Wooddell, Marsha Simmons, Denise Wilmore, Evelyn Pritt, Barbara Wade, Vonnie Myers, Jean Shinaberry, Nina Taylor, Betty Woody, Nancy Kinsley, Susie Smith, Martha Stone, Frances Nottingham, Rosie Evans, Dorthy Hickman, Nadine Hickman, Bonnie Shearer, Ester Adkison, Kathleen Heavner [SOURCE_IMAGE_15].
• Future Business Leaders of America (FBLA):
  • Sponsors/Faculty: Miss Parg, Miss Dean [SOURCE_IMAGE_16].
  • Members: Mace, Copen, Sharp, Sparks, Matheny, Robinson, Small, Barb, Mullenax, Stewart, Beverage, Carr, Corbin, Pyles, Grimes [SOURCE_IMAGE_16].
• Vocational Industrial Club of America (VICA):
  • Sponsors: Mr. Helmick, Mr. Swartz [SOURCE_IMAGE_17].
  • Members: Tom Wade, Richard Ryder, Mark Kane, Roy Taylor, Robert Daughtery, Zane Hickson, Charles Good, Larry Good, Glenn Bond, Jeff Warner, Jimmy Pyles, James Sheets [SOURCE_IMAGE_17].

Academic and Fine Arts Clubs

• National Honor Society (NHS):
  • Sponsors/Faculty: Mrs. Hingeley, Mrs. Vance [SOURCE_IMAGE_16].
  • Members: Richardson, Crawford, Bowyer, Orndorff, Sharp, Horne, Griffin, Beard, Chappell, Morrison, Wooddell, Chestnut, Vaughn, Kershner, Woods, Smith [SOURCE_IMAGE_16].
• Music & Performing Arts:
  • Chorus Sponsor: Mr. Fauber [SOURCE_IMAGE_17].
  • Music Club Sponsor: Mr. Fauber [SOURCE_IMAGE_17].
  • Band Sections: Woodwind, Senior Performers, Percussion, and Brass [SOURCE_IMAGE_12].
    • Senior Band Performers: Jetta Bowyer, Debbie Matthews, Kay Wilfong, Dondi Stemple, Mary Starcher, Ramona Orndorff, Bobby Jo Sharp, Randy Vanscoy, Steve Weatherholt, W.G. Dilley, Terry Wooddell, Vickie Richardson [SOURCE_IMAGE_12].
• Nature Club:
  • Members: White, Moyers, Wilmore, Montgomery, Wooddell, Ervine, Hoover, Gardner, Gum, Beckwith, Dean, Chestnut, Nelson, Clutter, Miller, VanMeter, VanReenan, Eaton, Viers, Beverage, Zirkle, Kellison, Means, Oref, Eddy, Mullenax, Good, McLaughlin, Jack, Vandevander, Leach, Warner, McCoy, Pritt, Birchfield, Friel, Moore, Staud, Becker, Smith, Bowling [SOURCE_IMAGE_16].

Athletics Roster & Events

Varsity Football

• 1st Row: Roger Sharp, Donald Moore, William Sparks, Zane Hickson, Bobby Irvine, Micheal Dean, James Wilfong, Woodrow Ray, Russell Arbogast, Rick Moore, Don Ryder [SOURCE_IMAGE_8].
• 2nd Row: Terry Richardson, Keith Dean, Dennis Dever, David Horne, Dennis Hunter, Bobby Dean, Paul Zirkle, Greg Irvine, Ronnie Friel, Tommy Hill, Wayne McKeever, Kenneth Shearer [SOURCE_IMAGE_8].
• 3rd Row: Mark Kane, Kenny Starher, Gary Beverage, Ray Taylor, Gilbert Dean, Charlie Montgomery, Dave Kane, Jerry Stuart, Rick Wilmore, Bill White, Tommy Morrison, Danny Armstrong, Tom Cover [SOURCE_IMAGE_8].

Basketball

• Varsity Basketball Team:
  • Head Coach: James Marsh [SOURCE_IMAGE_9].
  • Assistant Coach: David McLaughlin [SOURCE_IMAGE_9].
  • Roster Members: Joe Cummins, James Wooddell, Kenny Arbogast, David Cain, Bill White, Paul Arbogast, Jim Triplett, Jerry Stewart, Marshall Clutter, James Smith, Russell Arbogast, Robert Daughtery, Willie Sparks, Gilbert Dean, Donald Moore [SOURCE_IMAGE_9].
• Freshman Basketball Team:
  • Coach: David McLaughlin [SOURCE_IMAGE_10].
  • Roster Members: Danny Cain, Billy McLaine, James Rose, Gary Cassell, Tim Waybright, Jimmy Triplett, David Eddy, Tom Moore, David Moore, Billy Young [SOURCE_IMAGE_10].

Cheerleading

• Freshman Cheerleaders:
  • Head Cheerleader: Susie Workman [SOURCE_IMAGE_10].
  • Squad Members: Marie McLaughlin, Susan Viers, Penny Cosner, Cathy Johnson, Marzella Hollandsworth [SOURCE_IMAGE_10].

Community Gatherings

• Parent's Night: Community and parental assembly held in the main gymnasium, featuring presentations at the podium and performances by the school band [SOURCE_IMAGE_21].

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Executive Briefing: 1971 Pocahontas County High School "WARRIOR" Yearbook

Executive Summary

This briefing document summarizes key details, organizational structures, academic facilities, and student activities from the inaugural 1971 edition of the WARRIOR, the official yearbook of Pocahontas County High School located in Pocahontas County, West Virginia.

Key Takeaways

• Inaugural Theme & Purpose: The publication marks the first edition of the WARRIOR, centered around the theme "This Is Your School."
• Facility & Institutional Milestone: The modern facility was designed by the architectural firm L.D. Davis, Jr. A.I.A. - C.E. McClintock A.I.A. Architects of Harrisonburg, Virginia.
• National Symbolism: Through the contributions of local patron Mr. John Hazlitt, the school acquired a United States flag that originally flew over the U.S. Capitol building in Washington, D.C.
• Comprehensive Educational & Extra-Curricular Scope: The institution integrated traditional academic subjects with modern specialized instruction—including a Language Laboratory, Business Machines, Vocational Agriculture, and Home Economics—complemented by active athletic programs, music ensembles, vocational clubs, and honor societies.

School Foundation & Leadership

Yearbook Staff & Direction

The creation of the inaugural edition of the WARRIOR was overseen by faculty leadership and a dedicated student editorial board:

• Faculty Director: Mrs. Fay Moore
• Faculty Assistants: Mrs. Pat Marsh, Mrs. Alice Irvine, Mr. Ralph Cobun
• Senior Editors: Debra Stewart, Steve Weatherholt, Tom McLaughlin, David Horne
• Junior Editors: Lori Rose, Shirley Fowler

Civic Contribution & Class Leadership

A ceremonial U.S. Capitol flag was presented to the school through community engagement:

• Donor/Patron: Mr. John Hazlitt
• Class Presidents Presenting Flag: Susan Viers, Rick Wilmore, Dennis Dever, and Rick Moore

Academic & Vocational Instructional Facilities

The source documentation illustrates a diverse range of classroom environments and learning spaces established at the new facility:

Learning Environment	Key Features & Activities Depicted
Language Laboratory	Individual student study cubicles equipped with audio headsets for language instruction.
Science Laboratory	Fully equipped science workstations, lab tables, and student seating for practical experiments.
Home Economics	Large pattern-cutting and drafting tables for textile and domestic science coursework.
Library	Study tables and perimeter book shelving managed with library supervisory staff.
Business Machines	Office technology learning stations fitted with typewriters and calculating machinery.
Vocational Agriculture	Classroom instruction and technical desk work overseen by faculty.
Girl's Physical Education	Outdoor field sports and physical conditioning on surrounding campus grounds.

Athletic Programs

Varsity Football

• Roster Members:
  • 1st Row: Roger Sharp, Donald Moore, William Sparks, Zane Hickson, Bobby Irvine, Micheal Dean, James Wilfong, Woodrow Ray, Russell Arbogast, Rick Moore, Don Ryder.
  • 2nd Row: Terry Richardson, Keith Dean, Dennis Dever, David Horne, Dennis Hunter, Bobby Dean, Paul Zirkle, Greg Irvine, Ronnie Friel, Tommy Hill, Wayne McKeever, Kenneth Shearer.
  • 3rd Row: Mark Kane, Kenny Starher, Gary Beverage, Ray Taylor, Gilbert Dean, Charlie Montgomery, Dave Kane, Jerry Stuart, Rick Wilmore, Bill White, Tommy Morrison, Danny Armstrong, Tom Cover.

Basketball

• Varsity Basketball Team:
  • Coaches: James Marsh (Head Coach), David McLaughlin (Assistant Coach).
  • Players (Back Row): Joe Cummins, James Wooddell, Kenny Arbogast, David Cain, Bill White, Paul Arbogast, Jim Triplett, Jerry Stewart, Marshall Clutter, James Smith, Russell Arbogast.
  • Players (Front Row): Robert Daughtery, Willie Sparks, Gilbert Dean, Donald Moore.
• Freshman Basketball Team:
  • Coach: David McLaughlin.
  • Players: Danny Cain, Billy McLaine, James Rose, Gary Cassell, Tim Waybright, Jimmy Triplett, David Eddy, Tom Moore, David Moore, Billy Young.

Cheerleading

• Freshman Cheerleaders:
  • 1st Row: Marie McLaughlin, Susie Workman (Head Cheerleader), Susan Viers.
  • 2nd Row: Penny Cosner, Cathy Johnson, Marzella Hollandsworth.

Student Organizations & Extra-Curricular Clubs

Leadership, Honor & Academic Societies

• National Honor Society: Sponsored by Mrs. Hingeley and Mrs. Vance. Members include Horne, Griffin, Beard, Chappell, Morrison, Wooddell, Chestnut, Vaughn, Kershner, Woods, and Smith.
• Future Business Leaders of America (FBLA): Sponsored by Miss Parg and Miss Dean. Members include Mace, Copen, Sharp, Sparks, Matheny, Robinson, Small, Barb, Mullenax, Stewart, Beverage, Carr, Corbin, Pyles, and Grimes.
• Nature Club: Large student body club focusing on natural sciences and outdoors.

Vocational & Career Technical Clubs

• Future Farmers of America (FFA):
  • Sponsors: Mr. Irvine, Mr. McMann.
  • 1971 FFA Chapter Sweetheart: Barbara VanReenan.
  • Roster includes: Lynn Jordon, Oran Nelson, David Cain, Earnest Galford, David Vaugh, Randall Hefner, Ted Moore, Claude Sharp, James Mullenax, Steve Barnisky, Kenney Shearer, Allen Crist, Joe Hamed, Danny Cain, Galen Mullenax, Bob Long, Michael Taylor, Bill Beard, Delbert Sharp, John Wilfong, Mike Cassell, James Sheets, Gary Cassell, Gary Cramer, Bill McClain, Wendell Wilfong, Marvin Beverage, Herbert Triplett, Keith Alderman, Ronald Sheets, Steve Burgess, Timmy Tribbett, Larry Goldizen, David McLaughlin, Andy Sharp, Kenneth Peck, Jack Shifflett, Ralph Wall, Hollis Ryder, Hal Wanless, Steve Phillips, Wayne Price, Royal Shearer, Joe McCall, Timothy Waybright, Joe Kerr, Teddy Wilfong, Larry Dean, Michael Slavens, Wesley Price, Wendell Jack, Dennis Hunter, Dave Tenney, Robert Morris, Jerry Kerr, John Wynn, Timmy Wade, Charles Hill, Harold McCray, Berlin Fitzgerald, Danny Lester, Mark Morgan, Larry Alderman, Paul Arbogast, Danny Vandevander, Russell Taylor, William Sparks, Timmy Cutlip, Russell Arbogast, Wayne Jackson, Kenneth Shearer, Roger McLaughlin, Allen McCarty, Charlie Hickman, Roger Kershner, Bobby Tincher, Jerry Mace, Charles Hill, Bobby Irvine, Joe Hammons, Jacob McNeil, David Brick, Robert Pritt, Larry Carpenter, Donald Vance, Donald Peck, Kenney Peck.
• Future Homemakers of America (FHA):
  • Sponsors: Mrs. Galford, Mrs. Vance.
  • Includes extensive membership focused on domestic science, community service, and home economics skills.
• Vocational Industrial Club of America (VICA):
  • Sponsors: Mr. Helmick, Mr. Swartz.
  • Members: Tom Wade, Richard Ryder, Mark Kane, Roy Taylor, Robert Daughtery, Zane Hickson, Charles Good, Larry Good, Glenn Bond, Jeff Warner, Jimmy Pyles, James Sheets.

Performing Arts & School Spirit Organizations

• Band Sections: Divided into Woodwind, Brass, Percussion, and Senior Performers.
  • Senior Performers: Jetta Bowyer, Debbie Matthews, Kay Wilfong, Dondi Stemple, Mary Starcher, Ramona Orndorff, Bobby Jo Sharp, Randy Vanscoy, Steve Weatherholt, W.G. Dilley, Terry Wooddell, Vickie Richardson.
• Chorus & Music Club:
  • Faculty Sponsor: Mr. Fauber.
  • Music Club Officers/Members: Donna Lovelace, Doris Hungerbughler, Steve Weatherholt, Becky Gum, Evelyn Brewer, Barbara Phillips, Shirley Fowler, Donna Tyree, Elaine Shue, Ray Rigsby, Lynn Reed, John Henderson, Terry Richardson, Debbie Shifflett.
• Pep Club:
  • Officers:
    • President: Sue Waslo
    • Vice President: Janice Nelson
    • Secretary: Jean Shinaberry
    • Treasurer: Steve Weatherholt
    • Reporter: Lillian Barb

Community Engagement

• Parent's Night: Held in the school gymnasium, bringing together school administration, the student band, and parents from across Pocahontas County to engage with the faculty and celebrate student achievements.

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