Senior Prank (9781620957295) by Tom Bunevich Page B

each would have a chance to deliver the goods. The problem was how and when, and how to get out of class not to arouse suspicion. They even had thought that through. They had to leave no evidence.
    It was 60 degrees and sunny on the day of the governor’s visit. The governor’s limousine pulled up in front of the school at 9:10 a.m. The governor and his wife exited the vehicle and were greeted by Winston and a few of the school board members. They went into a small tented, reception area. All remained while the school band played the National Anthem and state song, Texas, Our Texas , and the school chorus sang the school alma mater. Then it was off to the media center.
    Other members of the entourage included the two members of the All American School judging committee and the governor’s assistant. Once in the media center the guests mingled among the school board members, administrators, and county school management for about 15 minutes. Lots of cameras flashed for photos with the school’s guests. This would be a moment to remember.
    After about 15 minutes, Winston asked all to be seated and began the press conference. On hand were two local television stations and a few other media members. After introducing the guests, Winston gave a quick speech touting the merits of the school for today’s visit. Then the governor stepped to the microphone and gave a few remarks. He took a few questions from the media and relinquished the mike to Winston.
    â€œWe’re planning on showing the governor and members of the All American School committee why we are such a school,” said Winston. “Now, sorry, ladies and gentlemen, it’s time to start that show. We’ve got to run. We will have a wrap up press conference here at 1:45 p.m. Thank you.”
    With that Winston led the group towards the auditorium, where they would meet with the members of the school’s National Honor Society. As they opened the door, something unexpected happened. The governor, his wife and Winston jumped backwards as a number of mice darted across the floor.
    Winston was caught off guard, but quickly tried to add some levity to the situation. “Must be from another school,” he said. “Looks like that’s it. Let’s go meet some of our school’s finest.”
    Lamont met Elvis in the restroom near the auditorium. Lamont told his teacher he needed to turn in his track team paperwork to get out of class. He took the paperwork to Mr. Potts’ room then made his way to hunt down Missy Pulston in the auditorium. He had the formula hidden in his pants. It was in the container with the fan attached.
    Entering the back door of the auditorium, Lamont went to the backstage area. He looked for Missy Pulston, selected as a greeting member of the honor group. She had gained admission into the society and event mostly because her mother had raised such a ruckus to school officials they added her to the honorary group. It was better than fighting mom on a constant basis.
    The governor walked to front of the stage area and began chitchatting with the Society’s leadership. His entourage followed. The Society’s purpose was for the group to display the intelligence and maturity of the student body. The logic was who could do this better than the National Honor Society? Cameras flashed to remember the moment.
    Luck then solved Lamont’s problem. Missy wanted to make sure she looked good so she went into the backstage area to look for a mirror. She had bought a new pair of shoes for the occasion so she walked slowly, not wanting anyone to step on her new blue suede shoes. Lamont acted like he had just strolled in and said to Missy, “Missy, you’re sweating. Here cool off. This will cool you off.” After about five seconds of the mist, he said, “I gotta bounce. See ya later.” Nobody had seen him come and go.
    Lamont then took off running out the back entrance stopping to