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/> i\ r, 4'\fS\fS\fS\ Saluting graduates off > 17/9/9/ pew » Hi » h School and " The Westfield Schools Valedictorian at Perry High Spinks records 96.98 average at Perry High By Torey Jolley asey Michelle Spinks has received the I honor of being Perry High School’s 1999 Valedictorian. Spinks earned a 96.98 grade point average to achieve the top spot. Spinks said, “I do have to study a lot. It doesn't come naturally." Spinks, obviously, has the right system for studying. She maintained her A average despite her heavy schedule. She was involved in Future Farmers of America in the nursery and landscape division. In fact, the FFA team won state in that division and will go to the nationals in October. In addition, Spinks was active in VICA. Volunteering is high on Spinks list of things to do. She volunteered for Special Olympics, March of Dimes, Progressive Farm Safety Day, and as a DARE role model. Nursing homes have also been on her volun teer list. During her “free time," Spinks takes dance classes a the Academy of Dance. She special izes in jazz dance. Involved in several school activities, Spinks still found time to work “about 20 hours a week" at the Houston County District Attorney’s office. See SPINKS, Page IOC Salutatorian at Perry High Santos combines lifestyle, work with academic success By Torey Jolley High's Salutatorian for 1999 is Ann Santos. She kept her JL grades up even with a busy lifestyle. Santos captured the Salutatorian title with hard work and dedication. She earned a 96.44 grade point average while working part time at the Perry Recreation Department for the past two years. “It was hard to do, but I learned to manage my time,"said Santos, adding that sometimes it was trickier to do than others. She admits to “last minute"study habits. “I procrastinate a lot," explained Santos. Her techniques must have worked for her. As Salutatorian, Santos earned several schol arships. The Governor’s Scholarship, Star Student, and Hope are just a few. In addition to her school studies and her job, Santos was active in many Perry High school activities. She was a member of the National Honor Society, Jr. Civitans, and Future Business Leaders of America. Santos played varsity soccer, managed the wrestling team, and was an assistant editor of the Perry High School yearbook. In addi tion, she was active in the Arrive Alive Club, the History Club, International Club, and the Perry High School Future Farmers of America chapter. Santos claims history is her favorite sub ject and science as her least favorite subject. However, she said the psychology and sociol ogy classes she took this year were fascinat ing. In fact the two classes were so fascinating, Santos is “leaning toward a psychology major in coUege." University of Georgia is where Santos is heading this coming fall. She is interested in pursuing a degree with a thought of becoming a child psychologist. As for leaving home this fall, Santos replied. "I have mixed emotions. It is scary thinking about leaving home, but I want to experience independence and have the chance to meet new people." Santos chose UGA for a couple of reasons. First, her older sister, Michelle, is an UGA See SANTOS, Page 9C ■ mmm fßim Mumo trr &»#*-*»*** Wt 'IM I 1 ■§' f.M !/7«PWr JHgf UKjiP'. Casey Michelle Spinks Richard Allen “Rick” Coogle HKv; «j HL; '' S | /-1 nHHK I Bp Meiissa Ann Santos W oHr m ' Jj : MM ' ip JmLz vlsSk mk. '’* |SI X2&B? ' jj-mU WBBm m : ' ■ ■ Brandi Dawn Bazemore Wed., Jane 2,1999, Hmww /fat Jwumtj- Valedictorian at Westfield Coogle caps Westfield career marked with academic honors F, “ i W[ic , BarJ f Allen “Rick" Coogle of Byron led his senior class as Westfield JL XSchools 1999 Valedictorian. Coogle has attended Westfield Schools since ninth grade and has won numerous academic honors, including the Bausch & Lombe Science Award. Wofford Scholar, Tandy Technology Scholar, UGA Certificate of Merit, Presbyterian College Junior Fellow and his school’s nomination to the Governor’s Honors program. He is the recipient of the»Perry Kiwanis Club Scholarship, the Brannen Ford of Byron Scholarship and the Susan Lee Memorial Scholarship. He was recently honored as Student of the Month by the Peny Rotary Club. He has been on the track team and has been active in extracurricular activities at Westfield, serving as business manager of the yearbook staff, as well as holding member ship in the Beta Club and the Fellowship of Christian Athletes. He took part in the Westfield one-act play. The son of Mr. and Mrs. Richard Coogle of Byron, his main interest is in computer sci ence. He plans to begin studies at Georgia Tech this fall, and will major in computer engineering. Salutatorian at Westfield Bazemore mixes extracurricular success with top academic marks randi Dawn Bazemore was Salutatorian of the 1999 graduating A-/class at Westfield Schools. The daughter of Dr. and Mrs. Ken Bazemore of Byron, Bazemore has excelled in a number of areas during her high school career. Her honors include being named a Tandy Technology Scholar, a Wofford Scholar, a Presbyterian College Scholar and recipient of the D.A.R. Good Citizen Award. She has been honored Peny Area Chamber of Commerce Student of the Month, has received the 3-D basketball award, and was chosen 1998 Homecoming Queen. She has also received a Perry Business Women Scholarship, a Brannen Ford of Byron Scholarship and a Miss Westfield Scholarship. She had an outstanding sports record at Westfield, playing softball, basketball and ten nis, in addition to being on the track team and being a cheerleader. Bazemore distinguished herself during the winter as a cheerleader for the varsity boys basketball games after playing in the varsity girls basketball games. She was the first Westfield student to hold both jobs at the same time in several years. She has been a member of the Tri-Hi-Y, the Student Council, the Beta Club and the year book staff, in addition to acting in the one-act play. She will begin studies at the University of Georgia this fall, and plans to major in public relations. \ §1 ||K WBM Westfield graduation ceremonies were May 28 at the school. A story about, the graduation exercises, along with a preview of the Perry High grad uation. which will be June 4, is on page 20. Page 1C