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“Catch You On The
Flip Side!” — Therrell
High School Alumni
Weekend - October
15-17, 2010
to be a
Therrell High
17 Want
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Mentor?
School Alumni Silent
Auction
Brown:
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A Therrell High
School Alumnus
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We Are Connecting!
Through social
media — Facebook,
Classmates, etc. —
and the Internet!
Publisher
D.M. Therrell High School
Alumni Association, Inc.
Than Just A
13 More
Daycare!
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The Panther
Chronicles
Therrell High Alumni
Meet and Greet 2010
Creative Director
and Editor
Cheryle R. Moses
Writers
Bonita Johnson
Mayo Clinic Staff
C. Renee Penn
Donald R. Smith
Graphic Design
Camrose Creative
Services, Inc.
An American
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Musical”
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Leaving A Legacy.
The D.M. Therrell
High School Alumni
Scholarshp Fund
Walking for
15 Health:
Fitness
contents
July-August-September 2010
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Yes,
One
the
day
first
in
ever
April
D.M.
of this
Therrell
year, a
High
few of
School
us were
Alumni
reminiscing
Weekend
about our
will
take
high school
place
October
days. We
15-17,
2010
had recently
at the Atlanta
buried another
Marriott
one of our dear
Norcross Hotel.
classmates. At that
We’ve gotten
point, seeing people
hundreds
of positive
who went to high
emails
and
calls.
THS
Alumni
Weekend
VIP
Pass
school with us became
Registrations for the
(includes all events Friday - Sunday)
a priority!
weekend
have started
$99
by
September
1,
2010
After experiencing
coming
in,
and
we
life in all of its grandeur,
$125 on or after September 2, 2010
encourage
you
to
make
and alive to tell those
your commitment today!
stories, wanting to give back
Welcome Mixer - Live Jazz
We want all graduates
to the school that gave so
Friday, October 15, 2010
and
friends
of Therrell High
much to us was just natural.
$20
to participate, with all profits
That day was the beginning of
going
to the D.M. Therrell
the D.M. Therrell High School
Saturday All-Day Pass
High
School
Scholarship Fund!
Alumni, and a scholarship fund
(including 70’s scholarship benefit)
Register by September 1, 2010
that will leave a legacy.
Saturday, October 16, 2010
and
receive a $26 discount on a full
The work began! It was Bonita
$85
weekend
pass ($125 regular price).
Johnson (Class of 975), Cheryle
If
you
can’t
make the entire weekend,
Moses (Class of 1975), and Donald
“Catch You on the Flip Side”
at least join us for the Saturday 70’s
Smith (Class of 1974), along with
70’s Jam and
scholarship
fundraiser.
Rodney Hill (attended THS). The
Scholarship Benefit
In
closing,
the D.M. Therrell
foundation was laid, and after contacting a
$50
High School Alumni Incorporated is for
few people, committees were formed and
everyone
— it’s much bigger than any one
the word starting spreading. The Therrell
Questions:
person.
When
we are dead and gone, our
High School Alumni was incorporated in the
Therrell
High
legacy will remain. Catch you on the flip side,
State of Georgia, a three-year project plan
October
15-17, 2010!
Hotline
was developed, the website was launched, and
404.474.7141
the alumni weekend was announced!
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October 15-17, 2010 • Atlanta Marriott Norcross Hotel
D.M.Therrell High Alumni Weekend
Graduates of Daniel McLaughlin Therrell High School of Atlanta, Georgia are gathering for the first annual THS
Alumni Weekend, October 15-17, 2010. Bringing every decade of THS graduates together, we will celebrate
life, travel down memory lane, rekindle friendships, share knowledge, empower each other, and mentor future
generations of the mighty Panthers. The goal of the Therrell High School Alumni Association, Incorporated is to
establish an annual scholarship fund to award three graduating seniors of THS attending accredited colleges
beginning Fall 2011.
Alumni Weekend 2010 Highlights
Friday, October 15, 2010
Hotel Check-In ... THS Alumni Weekend Registration
THS Alumni Jazz Mixer
Saturday, October 16, 2010
THS Alumni Weekend Registration ... THS Alumni Breakfast Buffet*
Hospitality Suite ... THS Alumni Game Room and Scavenger Hunt
The THS Decades Karaoke Competition ... Panels and Seminars
“Catch You on the Flip Side” 70’s Scholarship Fundraiser
Sunday, October 17, 2010
THS Alumni Breakfast Buffet* ... THS Memorial Tribute ... Hotel Check-out
Register today for the THS Alumni Weekend 2010
(Register online at http://thsalumniweekend.eventbrite.com or by mail.)
All-Access Pass (Early Bird - before September 4th).............................................................................. $ 99.00
All-Access Pass (After September 4th)..................................................................................................... 125.00
All-Access Pass - DEPOSIT ONLY (Before September 4th; balance by October 1st)................................ 50.00
Welcome Jazz Mixer - Friday, October 15, 2010......................................................................................... 20.00
SATURDAY ONLY All-Day Pass, October 16, 2010 (includes all day/night events)................................... 85.00
Saturday Breakfast, October 16, 2010........................................................................................................ 20.00
“Catch You on the Flip Side” 70’s Jam - THS Scholarship Fundraiser, October 16, 2010.......................... 50.00
Sunday Breakfast, October 17, 2010.......................................................................................................... 20.00
THS Memorial Tribute and Candlelighting (an all-access pass or breakfast ticket needed)
THS Alumni Association, Incorporated (THSAA) General Meeting immediately following the memorial tribute
--------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------Name: ___________________________________________________________________________________
Guest Name(s) if applicable: __________________________________________________________________
Address: _________________________________________________________________________________
City/State/Zip: _____________________________________________________________________________
Telephone No.: ________________________________ Email: ______________________________________
Therrell High School Attendance/Graduation Year(s): _________ Amount Enclosed: _______________________
Credit Card Number: ___________________________________________ Exp.: _________ CSV No.: _______
Billing Address: ___________________________________________________________________________
Hotel Reservations - Atlanta Marriott Norcross Hotel, 475 Technology Parkway, Norcross, GA 30092.
Rate: $79 per night. Call 1.800.228.9290 and reference “thethea.” For alumni information, call 404.474.7141.
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We Are Connecting!
Through social media — Facebook, Classmates, etc. — and the Internet!
Thank you Facebook and the Internet for allowing us to connect with family, friends and our Therrell High
School alumni! Join us on Facebook: www.facebook.com/therrellhighalumni!
1. Class of 1980 20th Reunion Cookout: Eric Townsend, Toni Joiner-Sanders, Alvin Johnson, Claudia Lester,
Kimberly Houze, Rhoda Sanders, Carla Griffin, Zanthia Rucker, Tyrone Stokes, Charlotina Nesbitt, Mario
Maddox, Geoy Stevitia. 2. Carl Lamar, Cheryle Moses, Alvin Hicks. 3. Tamura Freeman. 4. Jeannette Joy
Alford-Cameron. 5. Kenny Wallace. 6. Debbie Andrews Mason. 7. Chenel Cha-Cha Gassaway. 8. D.M.
Therrell High School Class of 2000. 9. Cynthia Wiggins. 10. D.M. Therrell High School Picnic: Minister
Shinetra White Dawkins, Eric Duncan, Terressa Johnson, Warren L. Golston,Valerie R. Jackson Asberry, Darryl
Heard, Chenel Cha-Cha Gassaway, Denise Michelle Ross-Nkozi, Celeste Tolbert, Kricket ThetruestScorpio
Lamar, Calvin T. Baisden, Latosha Vegasstyle Ison.
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Therrell High Alumni
Meet and Greet
The first Therrell High Alumni Meet and Greet was held August 4, 2010 at the Adams Park Library on
Campbellton Road in Atlanta, Georgia. We had a blast! Our next Meet & Greet is Wednesday, September 1, 2010
at the same location, and we hope to see more THS alumni! 1. James McClendon, Jr. and Pamela Ashe-Smith
(foreground) and Pamela West, Wanda Hightower and Renard Johnson (background). 2. Michelle Garrett. 3.
Carol Reid-Johnson. 4. Davytrice Dubingon and Ericka Terrell (foreground and Donald Smith, Reginald Davis, and
Pamela Ashe-Smith (background). 5. Vernancy Pierce and Dwayne Keeton. 7. Michelle Garrett, Darius Strickland,
and Ayanna Reid. 8. Pamela Ashe-Smith registering! 9. Donald Smith, Reginald Davis, Pamela Ashe-Smith and
James McClendon, Jr. 10. Debbie Andrews Mason, Renard Johnson, Wanda Hightower, Pamela West, and
Alexander Joe. 11. Donald Smith and Reginald Davis. 12. Charlotina Nesbitt and Elbert Hill.
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D.M.Therrell High Alumni Directory
Be a part of the 2010/2011 Therrell High School Alumni Directory. Go Panthers!
THS Graduation Year: _____________
Last Name: ______________________________________________________________
First Name: ______________________________________________________________
Email: __________________________________________________________________
Address: ________________________________________________________________
Home Telephone: _________________________ Cell Phone: ______________________
Facebook User Name: _____________________________________________________
Would you be interested in being a mentor for THS current students? Yes ____ No _____
Do you have a website/business? Yes____ No _____
Website: ________________________________________________________________
Business Name: __________________________________________________________
Business Description: ______________________________________________________
________________________________________________________________________
Comments: ______________________________________________________________
________________________________________________________________________
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D.M.Therrell High School Alumni Association, Incorporated
A non-profit corporation established in the State of Georgia in 2010.
P.O. Box 922654 • Norcross, GA 30010
www.therrellhighalumni.com • 404.474.4171
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Contact Form
City/State/Zip: ____________________________________________________________
D.M.Therrell High School Class of 2010
Leaving A Legacy
T h e D. M . T h e r re l l H i g h S c h o o l A l u m n i S c h o l a r s h i p F u n d
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On April 4, 2010, the D.M.
Therrell High School
Alumni Association, Inc.
established a scholarship
fund. The mission of the
fund is to provide financial
assistance to current
college-bound seniors of
Therrell High.
The first scholarships
will be given Fall 2011, and
will award at least one
by Bonita Johnson
student from each of the
three schools of Therrell.
The New York Times
reports that “With college
textbooks often costing
more than $100 apiece,
students spend an average
of $700 to $1,100 a year,
representing one of their
biggest expenses after
tuition and room and
board. “ The D.M. Therrell
High School Alumni
Association Scholarship
Fund provides books for
up to four years.
The alumni association
is not only a vehicle for
graduates of Therrell to
stay connected and have
fun, but also a means for
graduates to help students
become leaders. “We
want to give back and
leave a legacy at Therrell,”
said Donald R. Smith, THS
Class of 1974.
•••
Be a part of the THS legacy.
Make a tax-deductible
donation to the scholarship
fund today. THS Hotline –
404.474.4171.Visit us at
www. therrellhighalumni.com.
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D.M. Therrell High School
Alumni Silent Auction
Saturday, October 16, 2010
Benefiting the THS Scholarship Fund
My fellow Therrians, I am excited! It has been over 35 years for some of us since we walked the halls
of D.M. Therrell High school, and just a few years for others. We now have an opportunity to get
together for a wonderful event — something that is long overdue — and give back to our community.
I can’t wait!
Now about the business at hand! James McClendon, Jr. and I are leading the silent auction
committee for our upcoming scholarship fundraiser during the alumni weekend. We are seeking
donations of products and services valued at $25 and up — for example, art, gift certificates,
paintings, gift baskets, jewelry, business services, cars, houses, and buildings!
Let’s get together on Saturday, October 16, 2010, and bring our hearts and donations
to the table. Please call the THS Alumni Hotline at 404.474.4171 to schedule a pickup
of your auction donation. And remember, all contributions are tax deductible.
I’m looking forward to hearing from you.
Signing off,
C. Renee Penn
THS Class of 1975
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and friends? Do you want to salute yourself and the THS Alumni?
Advertise in the D.M. Therrell High School Alumni Weekend Program
Book 2010. Space is limited.Reserve your ad today!
Back Cover - Color................................................$600
Inside Front Cover - Color.....................................$500
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Sleepy Brown
Patrick “Sleepy” Brown was born January 24, 1970 in Savannah, Georgia. A Therrell
High School alumni, he is an R&B singer-songwriter and record producer. He is onethird of the successful Atlanta-based production team of Organized Noize, which
has created hits for acts such as OutKast, Goodie Mob, and TLC. In 1995, Brown and
Organized Noize’s Rico Wade and Ray Murray penned TLC’s “Waterfalls,” a #1 hit
single on Billboard’s Hot 100 in the summer of 1995.
Sleepy Brown is featured on Big Boi’s latest hit – “Lookin’ For Ya” with Andre 3000,
produced by Boi-1da, and released 2010.
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Source: www.en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Sleepy_Brown.
More Than Just A Daycare!
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Recent research shows that 80% of
a child’s brain development occurs
by the age of three. “That is why
we have a curriculum that captures
a child’s imagination in a learning
environment,” says Vernancy Pierce
Asghar, owner of The Chestnut
Treehouse Daycare.
A D.M. Therrell High School
Class of 1977 graduate,Vernancy
has spent years caring for and loving
babies from new board to school-age
children. The Chestnut Treehouse
Daycare allows children to make
discoveries, solve problems, and
think independently. “We introduce
academics through fun activities that
invigorate the mind of a child and
by Cheryle R. Moses
boost their confidence and selfesteem.”
“There is no one method
of instruction that is totally
comprehensive,” says Vernancy. The
Chestnut Treehouse Daycare uses the
Abeka and High Scope approaches to
learning. “Our teachers are forwardthinkers and really enjoy educating
our kids. Third-graders here are
reading at a 5th grade level or higher,”
continued Vernancy.
474 South Deshon Road • Lithonia, Georgia 30058
770.879.2021 • www.thechestnuttreehouse.com
Understanding that security
is very important, The Chestnut
Treehouse Daycare facility includes
a secured entry for staff and parents.
Teachers are given extensive state and
federal criminal background checks.
Cleanliness is priority one at The
Chestnut Tree, and it starts with clean
hands. Teachers and staff are required
to regularly wash their hands. All
snacks and meals are prepared in
a commercial-grade kitchen. Plus,
the facility has on-site laundry for
effective
If you’re searching for a loving
and professional daycare, contact
Vernancy at The Chestnut Treehouse
in Stone Mountain, Georgia.
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Credits: Book by William F. Brown. Music by Tena Clark. Gary Prim, Lyrics by Tena Clark.
Directed and Choreographed by Debbie Allen.
About “Twist: An American
Musical
New Orleans. 1928. As the Roaring
Twenties dance their way down
Bourbon Street, an orphan in search
of home finds family in the most
unexpected places. An exciting new
musical twist on the Dickens classic.
Tony Nominee William F. Brown,
author of The Wiz, joins forces with
Grammy Award winning composer/
lyricist Tena Clark – who has written
for recording artists Patti LaBelle,
Aretha Franklin and Natalie Cole,
and composer Gary Prim on this
heart wrenching musical of identity,
belonging and family. Twist marks the
Alliance Theatre return of legendary
director and choreographer Debbie
Allen (Fame), fresh from her
acclaimed Broadway and Olivier
Award winning West End productions
of Cat On A Hot Tin Roof.
Parental Advisory: Contains
moderate thematic elements.
Run Time: 2:25 (including one
intermission).
Director Debbie Allen and lyricist Tena Clark
speak about their collaboration on the upcoming musical,Twist, at the Alliance Theatre’s
annual Taste of the Season on May 24, 2010.
What:
“Twist: An American Musical”
A Night Out:Therrell High
School Alumni Association, Inc.
The THSAA is planning a night
out to see “Twist” on Sunday,
September 19, 2010 at 2:30 p.m. at
the Alliance Theatre. We’re inviting all
Therrell High Alumni to join us for
this great artistic performance. Please
call the THS Hotline at 404.474.4171
by September 1, 2010 to purchase
your ticket.
Have You Registered?
Where:
The Alliance Theatre at the Woodruff
1280 Peachtree Street, NE
Atlanta, Georgia 30309
When:
September 1 - October 3, 2010
Tickets:
$30-$45
(Group discounts available.)
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www.therrellhighalumni.com
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Walking for Fitness
Walking is a gentle, low-impact
exercise that can ease you into a
higher level of fitness and health.
Walking is one of your body’s most
natural forms of exercise. It’s safe,
simple, doesn’t require practice, and
the health benefits are many. Here’s
more about why walking is good for
you, and how to get started with a
walking program.
Benefits of Walking
Walking, like other exercise,
can help you achieve a number of
important health benefits. Walking
can help you:
by Mayo Clinic staff
• Lower low-density lipoprotein
(LDL) cholesterol (the “bad”
cholesterol)
• Raise high-density lipoprotein
(HDL) cholesterol (the “good”
cholesterol)
• Lower your blood pressure
• Reduce your risk of or manage
type 2 diabetes
• Manage your weight
• Improve your mood
• Stay strong and fit
Preparation Helps Avoid Injury
Take time to prepare yourself to
prevent injuries, such as blisters on
your feet or muscle pain.
Wear Walking Shoes and
Comfortable Clothing
Before you set out, be sure to
select comfortable footwear. Also
dress in loose-fitting, comfortable
clothing and in layers if you need
to adjust to changing temperature.
If you walk outside, choose clothes
appropriate for the weather. Avoid
rubberized materials, as they don’t
allow perspiration to evaporate. Wear
bright colors or reflective tape after
dark so that motorists can see you.
Warm Up
Spend about five minutes walking
slowly to warm up your muscles.You
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can walk in place if you want. Increase
your pace until you feel warm.
Stretch
After warming up, stretch your
muscles before walking. Include
the calf stretch, quadriceps stretch,
hamstring stretch and side (iliotibial)
stretch.
Cool Down After Each Walk
To reduce stress on your heart
and muscles, end each walking
session by walking slowly for about
five minutes. Then, repeat your
stretches.
Getting Started: Focus on
the Basics — Proper walking
technique
Start slow and easy. If you’re a
seasoned walker, keep doing what
you’re doing. If you’ve been inactive
and tire easily, it’s best to start slow
and easy. At first, walk only as far or
as fast as you find comfortable. If
you can walk for only a few minutes,
let that be your starting point. For
example, you might try short daily
sessions of five to 10 minutes and
slowly build up to 15 minutes twice a
week. Then, over several weeks’ time,
you can gradually work your way up
to 30 to 60 minutes of walking most
days each week.
Use proper technique. Walking is a
great exercise because it’s so simple
to do. But using the correct posture
and movements is essential.
Measure the intensity of your
workout. As you walk, measure
the intensity of your workout by
checking your heart rate. Knowing
your heart rate allows you to
increase the intensity to maximize
your workout or slow down to avoid
overdoing it.
To find out if you’re exercising
within the range of your target
heart rate, stop walking to check
your pulse manually at your wrist
(radial artery) or neck (carotid
artery). Another option is to wear an
electronic device that displays your
heart rate.
Set goals, track progress, stay
motivated for success. The good
news is that walking — even only a
modest amount — provides health
benefits. For maximum benefits, work
your way up to 30 to 60 minutes
a day within your target heart rate
zone, most days of the week.
To achieve these benefits, it can
help to set goals, track your progress
and take steps to stay motivated.
Set Realistic Goals
If your goal is to walk two hours
a day 365 days a year, you might be
setting yourself up to fail. Set realistic
goals for yourself, such as 30 minutes
five days a week.
And you don’t need to do
it all at once. Build walking into
your schedule today. Just do it. For
example, walk for 10 minutes on
your lunch break.
Track Progress
Keeping a record of how many
steps you take, the distance you walk
and how long it takes can help you
see where you started from and
serve as a source of inspiration. Just
think how good you’ll feel when you
see how many miles you’ve walked
each week, month or year.
Record these numbers in a
walking journal you create for
yourself or log them in a spreadsheet
on your computer. Another option is
to use an electronic device — such
as a pedometer — to calculate time
and distance for you.
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Stay Motivated
Starting a walking program
takes initiative. Sticking with it takes
commitment. But when you think of
the potential health benefits, it’s well
worth your effort. Over time you’ll
likely feel more invigorated. To stay
motivated:
• Make it fun. If you don’t like
walking alone, invite your spouse,
partner, friend or neighbor to join
you.You might also join a health
club and use a treadmill.
• Vary your routine. Plan several
different walking routes for
variety. But if you’re walking alone,
be sure to tell someone which
route you’re taking.
Sometimes things happen to keep
you from sticking to a regular walking
program. Don’t be too hard on
yourself when this happens.You don’t
have to let a few days off sabotage
your plan to reach a higher level
of fitness and improved health. Just
revisit your goals and get walking.
You’ll Be Glad You Started
Even though the first steps of any
journey can be the most difficult, it
helps to keep your goals foremost in
your mind. So remember, once you
take that first step, you’re on the way
to an important destination — better
health. Source: http://www.mayoclinic.
com/health/walking/HQ01612
Save the Date!
D. M. Therrell High School
Alumni Weekend
October 15-17, 2010
Atlanta Marriott Norcross
www.therrellhighalumni.com
404.474.4171
Want to be a Mentor?
by Donald R. Smith
The D.M. Therrell High
School Alumni Association,
Incorporated is developing an
interactive mentor program
for current students. Working
collaboratively with the principals
and teachers of Therrell, the
purpose of the program is to
help students clarify career goals
and develop a plan beyond the
general educational curriculum
to reach those goals.
Mentors will sharing life
and work knowledge gained
through experiences with
students, thus building a positive
counseling relationship and
open communication. Within
the alumni of Therrell, we have a
knowledge-base from all walks of
life. Alumni mentors will help the
THSAA lay the foundation for a
program that will have a lasting
impact on young lives.
If you care about the future
of our youth, and want to make
a difference at Therrell, we
encourage you to become a
mentor. We sure could use your
expertise!
For more information,
contact us at 404.474.4171
or email the alumni at info@
therrellhighalumni.com.
We look forward to hearing
from you!
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D.M. Therrell High School
School Alma Mater
Hail to thee, dear Therrell High;
Black and red we wear with pride.
Hail to thee, dear Panther Crew;
Honor and respect to you.
We’re believing and achieving,
Striving hard to reach the top.
WE will praise thee forever more!
Therrell High, we do love you so.
Fight Song
Therrell High School Panthers to the top, to the top.
Oh lift your voices high and let your banners fly
Our Therrell spirit will never die
Fight, Fight, Fight
Therrell High School Panthers never stop, never stop
Oh we will fight, fight, fight to victory
Hear our battle cry - Fight
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Have You Registered Yet?
D.M.Therrell High School
Alumni Weekend
Friday - Sunday
October 15-17, 2010
THS Alumni Weekend VIP Pass
(includes all events Friday - Sunday)
$99 by September 1, 2010
$125 on or after September 2, 2010
Welcome Mixer - Live Jazz
Friday, October 15th - $20
THS Breakfast
Friday and Saturday, October 15 & 16 - $20
Saturday All-Day Pass
Saturday, October 16, 2010 - $85
“Catch You on the Flip Side”
70’s Jam and
Scholarship Benefit - $50
For more information, call the
THS Alumni Hotline - 404.474.7141!
www.therrellhighalumni.com
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