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The pictures are as represented in the Woodrow Wilson High School, Portsmouth, Virginia yearbook or annual of the year indicated on the page. The Memory pictures may not be complete and pictures and names may have been removed by request of the person involved. Also, it does not offically indicate the year of graduation and/or that the party in question graduated. This section of the website is dedicated to the memories of all alumni and are found in personal items that alumni have saved and were kind enough to allow it to be shared with others. Thank You. If you are not represented in your class, or have other pictures for the memories section you may submit a photo to be added. John “Eddie” Lee ’68.
S.C.A. PROMOTES SCHOOL ACTIVITIES AT WOODROW WILSON
Mr. President, Larry Willis, takes a break from his hectic day.
S.C.A. Helpers; Gail Martin, Valerie Westbrook, John Woodall, Florence Landy, and Becky Leggett.
The purpose of the Student Cooperative Association is to help the students, faculty, and administration work together. It is the organization of student government here at Wilson and it successfully completes many projects during the year. The S.C.A. begins planning in August for the year ahead. Some of the many activities include; Freshmen Orientation; Operation of the used bookroom; Organizing the elections of the Homecoming Court; United Fund drive ; American Education Week; Student Scholarship Fund; Various Christmas projects; March of Dimes; Ecology Week; School Spirit drive; and working with the homeroom representatives to make Wilson a better school. A busy year, but a successful one!!
S.C.A. Officers, Front Row: Lynn Ward, Treasurer; Rosa Hagerman, Typist; Cindy Feazell, Secretary; Carla Thompson, Vice-president. Back Row: Mrs. Powell, Advisor; Glynn Ward, Publicity Chairman; Shelly Sawyer, Cafeteria Director; Larry Willis, President; Sandy Sawyer, Artist.
Wanda and Cindi marshal for school events, such as concerts and plays.
Willie and Athena show bright smiles as they open Wilson’s doors.
Linda, Cindy, and Sandy meet visitors at the auditorium’s doors.
The Junior Marshals serve at all auditorium events. These lovely young ladies and Glynn Ward, publicity chairman, are responsible for making each visitor who attends activities at T.A. Willett Auditorium enjoy all performances. The Junior Marshals are nominated by homeroom teachers and elected by the S.C.A. according to their academic average, interest, personality, and poise.
THE DRAMATICS CLUB AND
THESPIAN TROUPE 1238
The Dramatics Club is composed of
students interested in all aspects of drama. From backstage preparations to finale, each member was able to find the area for which he was best suited. Membership in the club can be obtained by appearing in any one of the productions throughout the year. This year the club presented a murder mystery, “The Whole Truth” and three one-act plays. Dramatics club members learn many new and exciting things about play pro-ductions, staging and lighting. Their many long hours of hard work are rewarded by the applause on opening night. Thespian Troupe No. 1238 is closely associated with the Dra-matics Club.
It consists of a President, Vice-Presi- dent, Secretary, and Treasurer which
are also officers of the Dramatics Club. This group earns their mem-bership to the troupe according to a point system based on their con-tributions to the Dramatics Club.
Mark Goldman threatens Joy Pague in the fall play “The Whole Truth".
Raymond LaFranee, the murderer, points an accusing finger.
Thespian Troupe 1238: Top to Bottom: Joy Pague, Mark Goldman, Donna Cox, Gayle Montague, Charlotte Frye, Cindy Feazell, Wayne Culpepper, Brian Kodman, Cheryl Montague, Shelley Sawyer, Raymond LaFrance.
BAND MEMBERS DEVOTE TIME AND
EFFORT TO PRACTICE UNDER
NEW DIRECTOR
Kenneth Lindsey, the M.P. Drum Major, has performed outstandingly this year. The leader of the Band and coordinator of the various functions, he has been highly recommendable.
The Wilson Band practices before a game.
The Marching Presidents have participated in the Norfolk State Homecoming Parade, and Oyster Bowl Parade. The most Challenging event of the year for the band was to participate in the National Championship of the Marching Band held in Philadelphia, Pa. The Marching Presidents received an honorable mention.
The Concert Band also performed at the “Festival and Concert Band
Competition held at Manor H.S.
Kenny gets ready to lead the band on the field.
The Band performs at halftime.
MAJORETTES, COLOR GUARDS, AND
POM-POM GIRLS ADD CHARM
TO WILSON’S BAND
The Majorettes: Back Row; Debbie Hawkins, Victoria Elliott, Terri Villa, Mrs. Spencer, advisor; Linda Cobb, Linda Lienemann, and Thea Vincent. Front Row: Co-captains, Frances Matusiak, and Valeria Robertson.
Co-captain
Valeria Robertson
Co-captain
Frances Matusiak
Debbie Hawkins
Thea Vincent
Terri Villa
Linda Cobb
Victoria Elliott
Linda Lienemann
The Pom-Pom girls: Back Row: Darlene Jones, Athena Neblitt, Barbara Richardson, Carla Thompson. Next Row: Sheila Summerville, Anita Rashberry, Cynthia Barner, Regina Freeman, Darlene Booker. Front Row: Donna Sykes, Eunice Booker, Patricia Logan, Debra Elliott, Virgie Elliott, and Lynn Sykes
The Color Guards: Donna Sykes, Debra Eliott, Carla Thompson,
Athena Nebitt, Patricia Logan, and Lynn Sykes.
ORCHESTRA STRIVES FOR PERFECTION
The second violin section practices its part for the Christmas assembly.
Front Row: Susan Jean, George Dodge, James Vann, Marcia White. Second Row: Patty Diggs, Eugene Ransom, Athena Nebitt. Back Row: Mr. Sammons, Instructor; Linda Lieneman, John Moss.
Freshman cellists, James Vann and George Dodge, Paticipate in the music department at Wilson.
A serious John Moss concentrates on his music.
THE 1974-75 STUDENT STAFF
THE STUDENT Staff: Back Row: Theresa Williams, Charlotte O’Neal, Noelle Stitt, James Knopp, Chuck Rowley, Thomas Madden, Margaret Moore, Timothy Joyner, Alf Mapp, Wayne Jenkins. Front Row: Sheron Small, Cynthia Hines; Associate editor, Beverly Benson, Vivian Howard, Latiya Clark; Editor, Sandra Moore, Faye Rooks.
Tommy Madden and helpers look over copy for THE STUDENT.
Vivian Howard, Faye Rooks, and Theresa Williams discuss the paper.
THE SPANISH AND ASTRONOMY CLUBS
The primary purpose of the Spanish Club is to broaden the club members’ knowledge and understanding of the Spanish speaking people and their culture. The club is opened for membership to anyone who is presently enrolled in or has completed at least one year of Spanish.
One activity of the club this year was to eat dinner at El Conquistador, a Spanish restaurant. The highlight of the year was the trip to Washington, D.C., to visit embassies, the Language Institute, and the Pan Am Building.
Front Row: "Gwendolyn Adams, Diane Ellis. Second Row: Angelita Antonino, Kenneth Wells, Katrina Elliot. Third Row: Brent Newton, Antoinette Perry, Karen Carsewell, Thomas Thorpe, Edward Gauge. Fourth Row: Esdra Barnslater, Kim Kuykendall, Linda Calvin, Sheila Scales, Quintella Lee, Yolanda Robinson. Back Row: Robin Williamson, Eric Wilson, Miss Adams, Kenneth Lindsey, Rosalyn Moore, Keith Thorogood.
Miss Adams, club sponsor, shows how correct Spanish is spoken.
Kenneth Lindsey, president, and Brent Newton, vice-president, study their El Espanol.
The Astronomy Club is dedicated to discovering the fascinating facts of the he-avens. Club members observed a solar echpse, took a field trip to NASA, at- tended regular presentations by the Man-or planetarium, and enjoyed several mov-ies. The club also sponsored a successful paper drive. Members are: Wade Moler, Mr. Fuller, sponsor; William Staples, Robbie Hodges, Kim Doust, and Frances Matusiak.
STUDENTS ASSIST IN
ADMINISTRATIVE DUTIES
Kim Kuykendall uses the library’s facilities.
Many Wilson students serve their school by assisting in the general office, guidance office, and library. They learn much about office procedures, typing, and running duplicating machines. All of this helps to pre- pare them for future careers.
With the help of these students, Wilson runs more smoothly.
Office assistants; Front Row: Pam Slade, Rosa Hagerman, Denise Lassiter, Kathy Fields, Nancy Harrell, Betty Vick, Claudette Williams. Back Row: Cynthia Treadway, Claudette Moseberger, Alma Wiggins, Debbie Welton, Noelle Stitt, Debbie Brett, Sherry Utley.
Guidance office assistants; Front Row: Susan Kershner, Helen Matthews. Back Row: Lynn Gillette, Michelle Washington, Cathy Fields, Carolyn Cole.
Clyde Moore chooses a book for his English book report.
Library assistants; Front Row: Barbara Wilson, Katrina Tazewell, Mary Herbert, Geri Dodd, Jean Gregory, Roslyn Brown. Back Row: Clyde Moore, Carol Eure, Brenda Barnes, Iris Sendrjo, Debra Satterwhite, Quintella Lee, Shelley Caruthers, Connie Doust.
