Goldsboro High School CLASS OF '80 

August 22, 2025

Hello the Mighty Class of 1980,

I am honored to announce my appointment as President of the Class of 1980. I’m excited to accept the position and look forward to serving in this role. Let me first thank Anita Phillips, former officers, and committee members of the Class of 1980 for their dedication and support over the years. Without their leadership and participation, the accomplishments would’ve never materialized. Also a special thank you to the host of classmates from past reunion committee(s) who have agreed to return in the same capacity. Their past dedication and input into moving our class forward kept the class unified and mighty.

One of our missions for 2026 is “Unity.” We were and still are the Mighty Class of 1980. The largest and the best class to every step foot in and graduate from Goldsboro High School East. Winners of everything and surrenders of nothing. It was our “Unity” that made us winners, and it will be our “Unity” that will continue to propel us towards greatness.

I want to give you a snapshot of what I’ve envisioned for the upcoming year.

1. Homecoming Tailgate Event with scholarship fundraiser on October 17, 2025.
2. Scholarship Fundraiser in early 2026.
3. Scholarship goal of $5,000 for Memorial Day weekend 2026.
4. Alumni's monthly commitments go towards the scholarship fund.
5. Memorial Day 2026 weekend events and cookout.

One person is not an island, and these goals can only be accomplished with a team, and you. I’d like to introduce you to myself and the new officers, with a brief synopsis of our duties, which will help us accomplish these goals:

* Deardra (Dee Dee) Dais Walker - President. Leads the committee, sets goals, and represents the class at official functions.
* Elizabeth (Toni) Lewis - Vice President. Assists the president and takes over leadership duties when the president is unavailable.
* Azlea (A~Z) Hubbard - Secretary. Records meeting minutes, maintains class records, and handles official correspondence.
* Deborah (Debbie) Medlin - Treasurer. Manages class funds, budgets, and financial reports.
* Fletcher Cobb - Parliamentarian. Ensures meetings follow proper procedure and helps maintain order.
* Latonya Highinbotham McDuffy - Class Clergy. Provides invocations, reflections, or spiritual guidance at class events.
* Delores Green-Knight - Class Ambassador. Represents the class in outreach, builds connections with other groups, and promotes class unity.
* Jimmy Alston - Webmaster. Manages the class website, social media, and digital communications.
* Angeline Grantham - Chairman of the Cookout Committee. Organizes and oversees all aspects of the class cookout, including planning the menu, assigning tasks, and coordinating with volunteers to ensure the event runs smoothly.
* Linwood Battle - Class Grill Master Chairman. Responsible for managing all grilling activities at class events, ensuring food is safely and properly prepared, and coordinating grill volunteers or equipment as needed.

My door is open, please feel free to contact me with your suggestions, concerns, or just to say hi.

Sincerely,

Deardra (Dee Dee) Dais Walker
Class of 1980 President
#Unity2026

Dear Classmates, 

YOU DID IT!!!  We set a 2025 scholarship fundraising goal of $4500 and I'm excited to report that our goal has been exceeded!!!  THANK YOU 🙏 to all who participated.  

The Class of 1980 donates to the Dillard Goldsboro Alumni & Friends, Inc. scholarship fund every year. Our specific requirement has been that it be awarded to a Goldsboro High School graduate. 

Again, thank you for your generosity in supporting this endeavor.  United we stand! We are the leaders of tomorrow we prepared ourselves for today.

COUGAR PRIDE!!

Class of 1980 Reunion Committee

Ways To Give:

Cash App - $GoldsboroHS1980

Check or Money Order payable to:   GHS Class of 1980

Mailed to: Jeannette Inman

                 503 Stadium Drive

                 Goldsboro NC 27530   

Together, we can create a brighter future for a deserving student.  Thank you for your generosity and commitment to the mighty Class of 1980.

COUGAR PRIDE!!!

🦁

Sincerely,

Class of 1980 Reunion Committee

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