On December 15, 1978 one hundred eighty-nine pupils from grades Kindergarten through grade Eight were honored for distinguishing themselves in the areas of academic achievement, attendance, special talents, Math Improvement Team, Verbal Skills Center, Physical Education, and service to the school. An outstanding program was given in honor of the pupils’ achievements. Highlights of the program were a disco band selection by a sixth grade student, Byron Mallard and his band called Savage; a “Roots” modern dance selection choreographed by Melanie Gray, a sixth grade student; piano selections which included the theme from The Sting and a selection called Helicopter by a seventh grade student, Helen Graham. In addition, outstanding performances were given by the Hamilton School Choir, Kellye Trickland, an eighth grade student gave a poem interpretation, and the marching of the Hamilton School Safety Patrol.
The entire program was developed and coordinated by Mr. George Rawls, administrative assistant at Hamilton. Ms. Gwendolyn Thompson, the vocal music teacher assisted in the musical coordination. Ms. Juanita Ware, of the Verbal Skills Center provided the set decorations and Ms. Marienne Gibson (Special Education) compiled and prepared the certificates of award.
Originally published in The Paper, January 1979.
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Archival transcription note: Printed Kellye Trickland differs from Kellye Strickland in Youth Council report; both source spellings retained.
Original source: SD_Times1979_01.pdf, printed page(s) 5; PDF page(s) 5.
