Arlington Christian School - Diakonos Yearbook (Arlington, WA)

Text from Pages 1 - 88 of the 1986 volume:

vj ' ' 724 East Highland Drive Arlington, Washington 98223 (206) 435-3133 DIAKONOS 1986 I 'The Son of Man came to serve, not to be served. DIAKONOS. What does that mean? How do you say it? Sure sounds Greek to me! Why THAT name for the year- book? Trying to be weird again! Seriously, a lot of thought went into the selection of DIAKONOS to become the title of the yearbook last year. This year, we wish to say why we chose the title, and what it is meant to represent. After all, this is a yearbook. Yearbooks are suppose to tell what happened in the year. O Memories that otherwise would be lost in the pages of our minds, are cap- tured for us in the yearbook. So how does the title fit in? DIAKONOS is taken from the Greek word, diakonos, meaning servant. This servant is one by choice, not out of bondage or debt, as would be the case for the other word, doulos, meaning slave. A servant serves his master be- cause he wants to. He knows the very best thing he could do is to serve in this master's home. He knows that his bene- fits and care will far outweigh any other occupation he chooses. So we see that a diakonos (a servant) is one who has made not only a wise choice, that of serving the best master he could, but also a very profitable choice, in that his needs are cared for out of the abun- dance of his master's riches. By now we hope that your mind is clicking as you see the parallels that a servant has with the Christian walk with Christ and the life of Jesus Christ. Christ willingly took on the role of a servant with the intent of serving and meeting the needs of men. His teachings contin- ued to remind those who followed him, that to serve God was the highest good that any person could do. That service involved a commitment of faith in the work of Jesus Christ. Matthew 20:28, from which the quotation up above is 6 taken from, tells us that Christ saw his purpose for life was to give of his life, both literally and figuratively, so that others would find life in God. We call ourselves Christians. Our school is ARLINGTON CHRISTIAN SCHOOL. The word Christian means that we are a follower of Christ, a follow- er of the Way, which is how the early Christians were called. Our calling is to follow the pathways that Christ took, and to live as he lived. He came to serve. By rights, he should have been served, for he is the King of Kings and Lord of Lords. But,... he came to serve, to be a servant so others could come to know God. So, why the title DIAKONOS? Arling- ton Christian School is here to train us how to live our faith in practical ways. That's why we have workdays, Christian service, ministry teams ( The Race is on! ), service projects. The world tells us to get all that you can. Christ tells us to give all that you can. Give of your time, talents, abilities, bodies, and possesions so others can come to know God through His son, Jesus Christ. The DIAKONOS staff chooses to serve you by raising monies through ad- vertising, fund raisers, and other means so that your cost for the book is half the cost of production. We learn a lot about each other, learning to share the work- load when others give up, striving to maintain our Christian face when we are under pressure, fail to meet expec- tations, and when unjustly criticized, learning that service is not easy. Our challenge to you is give all that you can to God. We serve the Best Mas- ter the world has to offer, and the next world. He loves us, desires the very best for us. We have nothing to lose, and everything to gain, by being a servant of Jesus Christ. 3 WAlKlkJGc together artwork: Rich Jensen 4 CAUTION! WATCH YOUR STEP! DON'T STEP ON ME! STAY ON TRACK ! WALKING TOGETHER. PATHWAYS. Life involves traveling, walking, driving. Constantly on the move, going wherever out paths take us. Stepping out in faith. Be- ing stepped on. Tripping and being tripped. Running, dashing, strolling, limping. So many different ways that we take paths through life. Life is a challenge. Being told to be careful, rules to follow to keep us on the right course. Charts to follow, signs to read, voices to hear, heed or ignore. Walking with those we love and care for. Running down the courts of the field work- ing together to win. Chasing after someone who just poured water down our back. Lunging for that rebound or strectching to hit the tape. Driving through driver's ed and trying to stay on the road and out ot ditches. We are Followers of the Way. Following in the footsteps of Jesus, trying to live as he would want us to live. Life can often times give us an easy pace if we stop to look, hear and listen to the voices found in creation. Robert Frost reminds us that our choices of paths to take will make the difference in how our day and life goes. We are often attracted to the easy and beautiful, when sometimes our paths need to go through some undergrowths to reach our destina- tion. Jesus was a pioneer, blazing a trail for us to follow. He took risks, experience times of being put down, rejected and hated. Other times he experienced joy and happiness. He was not afraid to take roads less traveled by. Enjoy your paths through life, and through the book. The Road Not Taken Two roads diverged in a yellow wood. And sorry I could not travel both And be one traveler, long I stood And looked down one as far as I could To where it bent in the undergrowth. Then took the other, as just as fair, And having perhaps the better claim, Because it was grassy and wanted wear; Though as for the passing there Had worn really about the same, And both that morning equally lay In leaves no step had trodden black. Oh, I kept the first for another day! Yet knowing how way leads on to way, I doubted if I should ever come back. I shall be telling this with a sigh, Somewhere ages and ages hence: Two roads diverged in a wood, and I I took the one less traveled by And that has made all the difference. Robert Frost P A T H W A Y S 5 Faculty The Leaders of the path Teachers-sincere, loyal, and striving to help students to ob- tain excellence both spiritually and educationally. Through love, their dedication and service will have a positive effect on the lives of their stu- dents. Under the leadership of Mrs. Engell, the teachers come from many different paths and have many different interests. But one common interest has brought all the teachers to A.C.S. and that is teaching chil- dren about God. 1. Mr. Kanehen leads the way down the path. 2. A happy secretary makes a happy school. 3. You can trust a man with a banana in his hand. 4. Mrs. Engell tells the senior class about stress. 5. When Mr. Engstrom talks, A.C.S. listens. 6 L Mrs. Leonard Mrs. Rockhill Mr. Kanehen Mr. Jensen ■■ Mr. Hovik 7 N MEMORIAM Mrs. Ruth Croad Ruth Croad, Kindergarten teacher and loved friend of many went home to be with her Lord following a year long battle with cancer. Since 1977, Mrs. Croad had been nuturing little ones as they entered school, preparing them for the struc- tured environment of the class- room, introducing them to the world of letters that menas something and to the many concepts that kindegarten stu- dents can learn. Ruth was a multi-dimensional person. She was a superior teacher, administering love with firmness. She was a good cook, an excellent seamstress, did beautiful handwork, loved ac- tive sports, a good musician and an animal lover. Between man- aging her kennel business, be- ng active in her church fellow- ship, and teaching four days a week, Ruth was a busy lady. And she liked it that way. Following her home-going on October 30, 1985, many friends have expressed their sympathy in gifts to Arlington Christian School. This fund has been des- ignated for the purchase of fil- ing cabinet for each classroom- a project that would have cer- tainly pleased her! Although Ruth is sorely missed, we do not grieve as those who have no hope. Her strong faith in her Lord was a testimony to all who observed her battle. We will see her some day! Meanwhile, she has left be- hind many young children who have learned about Jesus through their kindergarten teacher. Mrs. Kathy Engell 8 WE MOURN OUR SEVEN CHALLENGERS Space Shuttle Tragedy On January 28, 1986, the im- possible finally happened. After 20 years of space perfection, the inevitable came to be. The space shuttle CHALLENGER was lifting off for the 25th mis- sion with a very special person on board. This was to be the first mission with a teacher aboard. That person was one who our country came to love, Christa McAuliffe. She was a high school teacher from Con- cord, NH. Also aboard was one representing our state, Com- mander Dick Scobee. He was from CleElum, Washington. The mission didn't last very long. Ninety seconds after lift-off, the shuttle exploded, sending our country into a deep state of shock. These are the seven Chal- lengers our country lost: Commander Francis R. Scobee Pilot Michael J. Smith Gregory B. Jarvis Ronald E. McNair Ellison S. Onizuka Juidth A. Resnik Christa McAuliffe The students at our school could not believe something like this could happen. The space shuttle was one we all came to trust and believe in. Having the teacher in space felt like some part of us was going to be up there also. Now that she is gone, it feels like a part of us is gone. 9 SENIORS The class with class having different pathways . . . . . . In Coolness 10 . . . In Excellence . . . In Creativity . . . In Celebrating 11 Seniors This being the final year of high school for the class of 1986, the senior class had had a long path of memories to reflect on. Memories of selling Turkey Grams, organizing and having bake sales and even struggling through long term projects. These are some of the struggles that this class faced during their journey down the path of high school. We have to realize that these precious moments won't last forever because one can't stay in the past but must look forward toward the future. A fu- ture that looks bright to all the seniors. Janet Baker Lenora Biggar Chris Gott Susan Lanting 12 Wayne Schakel Dan Schuurman Linda Harrison Rich Jensen Alice Kwant Michelle Thuline Deanna Watson Layal Whaley 13 It Has Been Said ... Janet Baker: 1 not only use all the brains 1 have, but all 1 can borrow. Lenora Biggar: In time, young faces grow sad and old and hearts of fire grow cold. Debbie Cooper: But officer, 1 didn't see you. Debra Curry: Happiness is not getting what you want but, wanting what you have. Debbie Davis: “One ear heard it and out the other it went. Cherene Fink: The more 1 know about men, the more 1 like my cat. Chris Gott: “When in doubt, go running. Linda Harrison: It's better to die on your feet than to live on your knees. Rich Jensen: If at first you don't succeed; go to the beach. Alice Kwant: Energy and persistence conquer all things. Sue Lanting: The only way to have a friend is to be one. Lisa Manning: Your life was meant to give forth a musical note, no other instrument can give. Margaret Moore: Enthusiasm is a carnation in the button-hole of life. Mark Peters: Those of you who think you know everything are very annoying to those of us who do. Tom Santeford: 1 don't know about that, man. Wayne Schakel: Insanity is often the logic of an accurate mind over taxed. Dan Schuurman: If at first you don't succeed; change the rules. Michelle Thuline: Men do less than they ought unless they do all that they can. Deanna Watson: Everyone is very friendly- mainly the waiters, tanned lifeguards, firedancers, ETC- if you know what 1 mean. 14 Layal Whaley: Friends are the best kind of people- Thanks Lenny. THAT'S HOW WE SEE IT Categories What's hot . . . What's not 1. Television 1. Cosby Show 1. A-Team Miami Vice Moonlighting Love Boat 2. Movies 2. Back to the Future 2. Santa Claus the Movie Better off Dead Star Wars Series 3. Musicians 3. Wham 3. Bruce Springsteen Beach Boys David Bowie 4. Songs 4. Old Time Rock n' Roll 4. Beat it Wham Rap Girls just want to have fun 5. Magazines 5. Seventeen 5. Better Homes and Gardens Glamour Sports Illustrated 6. Celebrities 6. Rob Lowe 6. Erik Estrada 7. Books Don Johnson Bruce Willis Phil Donahue 7. Selfish Pig 7. Ben-Hur Universe Next Door Harlequin Romances 8. Sports 8. Football 8. Mud-wrestling Baseball Bowling 9. Games 9. Scuples 9. Heads up 7-up Spin the Bottle Tiddley Winks 10. Fast foods 10. McDonalds 10. Monterey Jack's Godfathers Tacos 11. Fads 11. TeePeeing 11. Crutches Cruising Friendship Pins 12. Slang 12. No way huh uh 12. Hey that's great You goober Give me a break 13. Girls' Fashion and 13. Broaches along with oversized 13. Neon, Dorthy Hamilton Haircut. Hairstyles shirts and sweaters worn with stirrup pants, Long hair. 14. Guy's Fashion and 14. Moussed short hair worn with 14. Michael Jackson look alike Hairstyles Levi's and Buily sweaters. worn with frizzy curly hair. 15 K F 1 1 N R D S E R A T G N D G A R R A T D E N E Kindergarten and First grade, more so than usual, have had a tough time in beginning the path through school. A person who they loved, Mrs. Ruth Croad, fought her battle with cancer last winter. Times of growth in life, in prayer, and in love helped these classes grow togeth- er. Mrs. Fleck, who's husband pastors the Stanwood Evangelical Free Church, has been a constant source of comfort and strength for these classes from the beginning. Mrs. Fleck filled a hole that was caused by Mrs. Croad's illness. It was good to see how God works out minute details. Mrs. Cusic first became involved with A.C.S. as a substitute teacher. She enjoys country living out in Ar- lington Heights and has two daughters. Thanks for being a part of the team that shows the path to God. Erik Alskog Laura DeBruler Rachel Erickson Adam Klein Randy Nobach Sondra Scorgie Johnathon Suderman Neil Taylor 18 Kevin Bray Megan Hovik Micheal Leyde Norman Schuurman Denise Thuline Beth Turner Peter Verdoes IN MEMORIAM Mrs. Ruth Croad Ruth Croad, Kindergarten teacher and loved friend of many wenf home to be with her Lord following a year long battle with cancer. Since 1977, Mrs. Croad had been nuturing little ones as they entered school, pre- paring them for the struc- tured environment of the classroom, introducing them to the world of letters that means something and to the many concepts that kindergarten students can learn. Ruth was a multi-dimen- sional person. She was a su- perior teacher, administer- ing love with firmness. She was a good cook an excel- lent seamstress, did beauti- ful handwork, loved active sports, a good musician and an animal lover. Between managing her kennel busi- ness, being active in her church fellowship, and teaching four days a week, Ruth was a busy lady. And she liked it that way. Following her home-going on October 30, 1985, many friends have expressed their sympathy in gifts to Ar- lington Christian School. This fund has been desig- nated for the purchase of filing cabinet for each class- room- a project that would have certainly pleased her! Although Ruth is sorely missed, we do not grieve as those who have no hope. Her strong faith in her Lord was a testimony to all who observed her battle. We will see her some day! Mean- while, she has left behind many young children who have learned about Jesus through their kindergarten teacher. Mrs. Kathy Engell 19 SECOND GRADE As part of the original faculty, Mrs. Fay Medema continues to offer valuable expertiese to ele- mentary education. It is obvious that Mrs. Medema has a love for children. One thing she ap- preciates about teaching at A.C.S is the family atmosphere in the faculty and students alike. Mrs. Sharon Kanehen enjoys the opportunities that teaching provides to shape and influence young lives. This year, she took a six week maternity leave to give birth to her second son, Joshua. She enjoyed working with the Arts and Authors Festi- val, especially the Book Fair. 20 Heidi Bohannon Derrick Fleck i I Rebecca Lanting Ryan Nobach Kendra Scorgie Sarah Hovik Travis Koster Kevin Hopp Alex Moore Samuel Leyde Jill Martin THIRD GRADE It could be said that Mrs. Karen Lee's nickname is Mrs. Music. Not only is she involved in teaching the third grade, but she teaches high school music while Mrs. Trudy Leonard teaches third grade Bible. Mrs. Lee demonstrates her joy for music in directing such musicals as, The Race is On , The Christmas Programs, Back at the Creek Bank and Pollyan- na . 21 THE FOURTH GRADE In their quest towards per- sonal independence the fourth grade was challenged to keep their eyes on Jesus and to set their goals to live as Jesus would want them to. Throughout the year they had opportunities to put into practice what they learned with their friends, with others, and with their parents. They had times of satisfaction in seeing progress in developing independence in their stud- ies. Mrs. Harris, the fourth grade teacher, has given many years of service to A.C.S., she is one of the few veterans who have been here since the beginning. Mrs. Harris and her husband have applied to a V.I.S.A. program to Haiti. She has also provided leadership in teaching high school art. Terry Campbell Katie Ferris fa Caleb Gott Brandon Klein James Dalton Daniel Koester 22 John Millenoor VliWt, Bryan Soss Kenny Schuurman Lee Snedoker Cameron Wheat Michael Tuline THE FIFTH GRADE Exploring old paths and learning to walk down new ones, has been the fifth grade experience this year. The explorers of what life was like. The hu- man body and the world inside of our trip to E.G.H. The greatest path we en- joyed was our Oregon trip. We learned the impor- tance of sharing in doing the Christmas carol. Mr. Erickson, in his sec- ond year at A.C.S., has brought a delightful hu- mor and loving concern to the class room. He is a per- son of many interests, loves, and commitments. One of the most things he does is making miniature models of famous wars, such as the Napoleonic War, the Revolutionary War, the American Civil War, and World War Two. His hobby started in col- lege when he read the book LITTLE WARS by H.G. Wells. The book is about a man who made a model of a war, then made a game with it. Mr. Erick- son now has 800 figures. He uses these models as a teaching tool. The models bring the wars to life for the students and is a great aid in learning. 23 Elementary Activities From playing jump rope to studying spelling words, the ele- mentary is a busy part of A.C.S. The elementary participates in all school activities such as Spirit Week along with their class pro- jects such as performing musi- cals. Recess is an important part of the day to an elementary stu- dent. During this time the jungle gym gets filled along with the swings. If fhe swings are filled, just talking is fun! 1. All fhese 50's dressers. 2. Waiting patiently for pizza. 3. Talking wifh friends during re- cesses. 4. And were you born in the 50's? 5. All finished 6. The jungle gym is fun fo climb. 7. Dolls are fun too! 24 7 25 SIXTH GRADE There is always a certain excite- ment when passing into a new atmosphere. This is how the Sixth Graders felt as they stepped into the next phase of their education-Junior High. These kids have gone from hav- ing only one teacher to having many. They look forward to an- other year of fun times and valuable education, when they can once again step up; this time, into the Seventh Grade. SEVENTH GRADE The Seventh Graders, this year, have experienced a few changes also. First, they have been sharing classes with the eighth grade. It took a few ad- justments on the part of both students and teachers, but it all worked out fine. One pleasant change of pace was fhat they got to enjoy hav- ing Mr. Hovik teach Bible and History by Mr. Erickson. Jim Engstrom is very active both in teaching and extra-curricular activities. He teaches Junior High mathmatics and science. He is also our athletic director. Mr. Engstrom coaches boys' soccer and basketball and both boys' and girls' track. Outside of school he busies himself by splitting wood. 26 Chris Anderson 7 Chad Dalton 6 Andrew Klein 6 Renee Schakel 6 Kevin Andringa 7 Kendra Berg 6 Cameron Burdick 6 Tracy Campbell 7 Travis Curry 7 ■ Gretchen Engell 7 Jimmy Ferris 6 Kim Gibson 7 David Jones 6 Paul Dalton 7 Jacob Koester 6 Mary Lou Kooyman 7 Jennifer Koster 6 Michelle Koster 7 Lance Kuempel 7 Nathan Selin 6 Craig Shullenberg 7 Wendy Sytsma 7 Amy Turpin 6 Ida Sytsma 6 ■hbi Lori Vos 7 27 Eighth Grade Eighth grade is the final step in elementary education. They leave behind recesses and pink slips for lockers and elective classes. New challenges is what face the Eighth grade. One of them being getting used to a new grading system. They also need to adjust to a high school atmosphere. The Eighth grade looks for- ward to participating in high school events such as Mt. Ba- ker and Camp Gilead. Shannon Curtis Sami Lanz Kathy Millenaar Joe Casey Dina Doty Boomer Manning Kara Cusic Carrie Gott 29 JUNIOR HIGH IN ACTION 30 31 c s ACADEMICS Striving to do our best from 1 to 12 grade, we see the excel- lence in teaching and learning in our students. Thru our teaching we spend time with each stu- dents sharing with them the steps to adulthood. With their steps from grades to grades, they not only learn the basic classes like math, spelling, and music, we also teach them the Christian view point through all classes. We pray and hope that they will take Christianity out in the world and show others the path to follow. 1. Learning to spell! 2. Because He lives! 3. Waiting for the 2:55 bell to ring. 4. Working together. 5. Following instructions. 6. Getting the most out of mu- sic. 34 35 CAREER DAY At semesters end, a day has been set aside for high school students to be en- riched through presentations by business people of our area. The purpose of Career Day is to expose the students to many different types of careers, ranging from an auto mechanic to a chemist. We also learn helpful infor- mation, like how to prepare for a business interview, which we will all need some time in life. 36 37 Student Leaders The Student Council along with the class officers are some of the student leaders in our school. The class officers lead their classes in various functions and activies. The Student Coun- cil sponcers activies for the school. 1. Senior class officers: Debbie Cooper-student council class representative, Margaret Moore- Treasurer, Cherene Fink-President Lenora Biggar- Secretary. Missing Deanna Watson-Vice President 2. Freshman class officers: Re- becca Bray-Secretary Treasur- er, Tanya Curry-student council class representative, 3. Sophomore class: Carol Bundy- Secretary, Jami Small- wood-President, Becky Me Far- land-Treasurer, David Ardringa- Vice President, Char Stanley- student council class representative. 4. Student Council: Jim Engell- Vice President, Chris Selin-Ju- nior class representative, Tanya Curry-Freshman class represen- tative, Lisa Manning-President Debra Curry-Secretary, Debbie Cooper-Senior class representa- tive, and Char Stanley-sopho- more class representative: Miss- ing Sue Lanting-Treasurer. 5. Junior Class: Andy Phillips- President, Cora Afman-Secre- tary, Stephanie Smallwood-Vice President T irrT Pitstick-Treasur- er Chris'Selin-Junior class repre- sentative 38 DONNA JAMES AWARD The ignaguration of the Donna James Award saw senior Debra Curry and eighth grader Kathy Millenaar as the deserving re- cipients. The Donna James Award is giv- en to the deserving student in both the high school and junior high who have demonstrated a consistent Christian testimony at school, in the community, and in Christian service. The award finds it name from a former student, Donna James, who was called home to Jesus in September of 1984. Donna re- presented the qualities that we all strive for in Christian living. This award is given each semes- ter to a student in each school who, in the evaluation of the faculty, have maintained a strong example. The process in- volves each faculty member nominating one student from each grade. Then on the basis of a points system, each mem- ber votes on criterias including lifestyle, service, and commit- ment. The top three persons are then voted upon, with the stu- dent receiving the most votes being the recipient. 4U does not need to be ashamed and who correctly handles the word of truth- 2 Tim. 2:15 NIV APOLLOS AWARD The recipients of this award, giv- en each semester, are those who have committed them- selves to memorizing all of the required Scriptures for the se- mester. In fulfilling their commitment to honor God's desires that we keep His word in our hearts, as a lamp and guide for our visible reminder to others, and as a confirmation to the students that they have studied to show themselves as those pursue truth. 41 On The Lighter Side On the lighter side on things, we have days in which books and essays just don't fit in. Days that snowballs have priority over everything. This was espe- cially true during the month of November, when we had 6 inches of snow. Days in which we need to lease ourselves of everyday stress, even teachers get in- volved in this activity. Some- times we get so involved in re- lieving stress we forget what we should be doing. On the other hand, we have days in which we enjoy our friendships with our classmates and enjoy helping the younger children. 1. Mr. Kanehen gets into the swing of of things. 2. Enjoying lunch hour the American way. 3. Brain drain in action. 4. Paul and Kevin are showing the effects of finals. 5. The best way to celebrate Christmas is with friends. 6. Wayne and Chris promote sandwich sells. 7. We caught Debbie under the mistletoe. 8. Todd finds great amusement in Stephanie's toothbrush 42 43 F N E A R T S I enjoyed putting The Race is On together and watching the young adults using their talents for God's glory Mrs. Lee. I loved the music and enjoyed being a part of the ministry that God has given to the choir. THE RACE IS ON We would like to give our thanks and appreciation to Mrs. Lee for her patience and love to make The Race is On a success. Love the music class of 85-86. 45 FINE ARTS FESTIVAL Every year we look forward to enjoying the stories, drawings, poems, and creations of our students, when they are en- tered into the annual Fine Arts Festival. This year was especial- ly fun because, for the first time, we included a book fair. Several award-winning books were made availabe for pur- chases by students and parents alike. 46 47 Junior High: Amy Turpin Nathan Selin Craig Shullenberg Gretchen Engell Michelle Koster Lori Vos Paul Dalton John McKinney Tracy Cambell Mary Lou Kooyman Kevin Andringa Boomer Manning Kara Cusic Cynthia Sytsma Shannon Curtis Kathy Millenar High School: Kevin Breniman Lisa Byle Jared Cooper Paul Phillips Tanya Curry Trace Turpin Char Stanley Michele Ferris Beth Harris David Andringa Christie Andringa Andy Phillips Jim Engell David Epperson Todd Storry Lenora Biggar Janet Baker Rich Jensen Debra Curry Mark Peters Lisa Manning Alice Kwant Linda Harrison Michelle Thuline Susan Lanting Debbie Cooper H O N O R S T U D E N T S 49 MT. BAKER RETREAT Once again this year we en- joyed our trek up the wind- ing road of Mt. Baker to the Firs Chalet Lodge. Our speaker, Rich Hay, spoke on prayer and how much it affects our daily walk with God. The answer to our prayers is not always what we want. Sometimes the answers yes, sometimes no, and sometimes we find ourselves in God's waiting room. For entertainment this year we had a change of pace from class skits and initiated the first Annual Lip Sync Contest. We appreciated the variety that the partici- pants provided us with, in- cluding the senior girls Cuz I'm a Blonde and the junior class's We are the World. 1. Our speaker, Rich Hay, getting us involved in the games. 2. We're not morning peo- ple. 3. A time to reflect. 4. Mr. Jensen and Mr. Kane- hen regaining their sanity. 5. Mrs. Engell leads us in singing. 6. The Senior Crew. 7. Chris Selin and Ray York competing in the First Annu- al Lip Sync Contest. 8. Drama's performance of Sir Ronald the Ruthless. 50 51 Y IT L A R July December T.W.A. hijacking comes to and end. Bagwan Shree Rajnessh leaves Oregon. Major league baseball's all-star game. Seahawks: the team doomed for mediocrity. August South African racial tensions flare up Citizen's summit. Goldmark murders. Planelne- crashes in Canada carrying 200 I again. American servicemen. 1 September January N School starts Varsity soccer begins Gorbachev sends Happy New Year turnout. wishes of peace and harmony, on Seahawks: a team destined for the Super nationwide television. Bowl. Space shuttle disaster. Mexico's killer quake. Reagan celebrates his 75th birthday. October February 1-70 World Series: St. Louis vs. Kansas Baby Doc leaves Haiti. R City. Kansas City wins. Philippines election: Marcos bullies his way into Presidency. November Dissident released from Russian prison. Devastating winter storm hits the West rr Summit: Reagan Gorbachev. coast. L First snow: Three days of school cancelled. Joshua Gregory Kanehen born. Marcos resigns. V 1 Columbia's devastating volcano eruption. E W H G H S C H O O L FRESHMEN The fresbmen class is a very enthusiastic class who enjoys life and fellowship with one another. As they reach for new peaks in their high school experience, we expect to see real strides in leadership. Mr. Kanehen is a very knowledgeable teacher who enjoys what he teach- es. He has taught since the 1980-81 school year. He teaches high school history, Bible, and is yearbook advi- sor. Seth Anderberg Jackie Berg Rebecca Bray Kevin Breniman Todd Schullenberg Sarah Stanley Dorthy Sytsma Trace Turpin Lisa Byle 54 1. Their outfits show us the fun we put into learning. 2. Dawn Davis is enjoying our school activities. 3. Our trip to Mt. Baker is always something to remember. 4. Braces off causes Tanya Curry to show a smile. 55 SOPHOMORES A path yet hardly uncovered lies before the Sophmore class with many trails to search out. One trail containing a new form of travel is taking drivers' education. Another trail may contain microscopes and critters for biology. Yet another may contain different friendships. Such as good-byes, which the sophmores will be saying to Mr. Robert Jensen at the end of this year. Mr. Jensen has been with A.C.S. for six years. He has lived a diversified life. He has served in the military in the chaplincy. He enjoys snow and water skiing, tinkering wih his home computer and home videos. He will be missed by all. Like not so new comers to the high school life, the Sophmores are now more able to relax and enjoy their high school career. Class Advisor Mr. Robert Jensen Angela Breniman Carol Bundy 56 Steve Poterson Wes Perrault Patti Rhoads Ron Schakel Suzanne Wood Brent Strand Jim Sinnema 1. Keepin' it all in the family 2. Sweet smiles of the Soph- mores 3. Here's to you Mr. J Mrs. Trudy Leonard has been with A.C.S. for five years. She has given her talents in various ways. She has taught third grade Bible, Junior high girls P.E., Home Ec., High school girls P.E. and health, Independent consumer math, and Book- keeping. She is very active out- side of school as well. She teaches Sunday school and Church school at Burn Road Bi- ble Church. Co-Adviser Mrs. Trudy Leonard 57 JUNIORS The junior class started the year with many goals, the J.S.B. was the one most important one on their minds. Another im- portant goal was to grow to- gether as a class. We have seen this class achieve both of these goals, including putting on a nice J.S.B. Now they have their senior year to look forward to, and earning money for their senior trip. ... he who believes in Me shall live even if he dies, and every- one who lives, and believes in Me shall never die ... (John 11:25a 26b) Class Verse Class Advisor: Mrs. Engell has taught at A.C.S. since the school began. She became principal in 1978 and has been since. Besides be- ing principal, she teaches high school psychology. Jim Engell David Epperson Scott Kuempel Andy Phillips Kim Pitstick Karla Salsbury Chris Selin Maureen Shaw Christine Snedoker Stephanie Swallwood Todd Storry i Marianne VanKloveren 58 1. Sing along with Mrs. Engell. r2 . That sly smiled T We are the World - Arling- ton for Africa? 4. Class officers hard at work. Class Advisor; Mrs. Curry has taught at A.C.S. since the '83-'84 school year. She teaches algebra, ge- ometry, biology, chemistry, computers, and anything else to do with math or science. 59 SOCCER '85 Boys in state tournament! In keeping with the A.C.S. tra- dition, the men's varsity fielded a very strong team. Guided by senior captain Chris Gott, and other seniors: Tom Santeford, Rich Jensen, Mark Peters, and Dan Schuurman, the A.C.S. team took second place in the Northwest “B league, placing them into league playoffs. Reflecting back on the sea- son, a lot of memorable mo- ments come to mind, but the best memory is the playoff game against Evergreen Luth- eran. We beat them for our very first playoff victory ever. That was the same day the rooter bus broke down on the way to the game. Our team showed early on that we were serious about playing. This was just one of the many strengths we showed this season. We always tried to op- erate as a team and succeeded many times. Girl's Soccer Girl's soccer had a strong growing year. This year was the second year in which A.C.S. had a girl's soccer team. Under the coaching of Mrs. Curry, the girl's soccer team came away with a few victories. As soccer players, we learned to play together as teammates as well as friends. Leading the path was captain Cherene Fink and seniors Debra Curry and Mi- chelle Thuline. 60 1 Opposite page: 1. Working the ball down the field. 2. Blocking the path of fhe ball. 3. Capt. Gott throws the ball down the field. 4. Coach Engstrom and players sfudy the game. This page: 1. Moving out of the path of a defender. 2. Boy's varsity-'85 3. Girl's varsity-'85 61 B-BALL -'85-'86 Boy's Varsity: The boy's varsity, coached by Mr. Engstrom and Mr. Kane- hen, ended up the season with a 7-7 record. The record really doesn't show the talent of this team. We have twelve guys who are just about equal in tal- ent, which helps a lot in many games. We had some really tough loses at the beginning of the season, but came on strong to win our last five or six games. The team worked as a team by playing tough, cheering for those playing, and listening to the coach at all times. All in all, this was a season where we had a lot of fun, but at the same time really concentrating on the game of basketball. Girl's Varsity: The girl's varsity, coached by Mr. Leonard, ended the season with a 1-14 record. Once again the record doesn't really indi- cate how this team performed. The girls' best qualities were pa- tience and perserveranc. Most people would have quit, but these gals stuck with it and went out for every game with that same attitude that this game was one they were going to win. The team went up against some very tough opponents almost every game they played this season. One thing is for sure, our school is very proud of this team, and looks forward to next season. 1. Hands up on defense! 2. Boy's varsity-'85-'86 3. Girl's varsity-'85-'86 62 1. Fight for that rebound! 2. What goes up, must come down! 63 Cheerleaders Spirit is a very important word in a cheerleaders vocabulary. It's also an important ingredient in every cheer and routine a cheerleader performs. It's not always easy to have spirit, so our cheerleaders have found out. Cheerleading is hard work and takes commitment. But our cheerleaders have shown they have commitment. At the beginning of the year the cheerleaders had to face a big deficit, but they worked hard to overcome the rough path that was laid before them. One of the many fund raisers they did was Gophim Day. Gophim Day was a spin off Slave Day. The Boys Basketball team was at the call of their owners. But first the owners had to bid against each other for their favorite Gophim . The bids ranged from six to thirty dollars. Some of the gophims were not very happy about it, but they made the best of it. 1. Lion machine in action. 2. Wrong cheer Christine! 3. LION POWER! 4. Cheerleaders off again 64 65 We've got Spirit ! S-P-l-R-l-T was the theme dur- ing the week of December 9th through 13th. Spirit Week, which is sponsored by the Stu- dent Council, was a week in which we show our school spirit by dressing up to the various themes. Crazy Day-Monday, In- ternational and Baby Day-Tues- day, 50's Day-Wednesday, Alien and Twin Day-Thursday, and Green and Gold on Friday. A new feature was added to Spirit Week this year and it was the presenting of awards daily. The favorite among students was the teacher's award. This award was given to the teach- ers by the students. 1. Our favorities from the 50's return to A.C.S. 2. Are they identical twins or fra- ternal? 3. We seem to have alot of ba- bies at A.C.S. 4. 50's Day with the juniors. 5. I'm not really an alien says Char Stanley. 6. Who are these foreign people and where did they come from? 7. Such beauty in the freshman class. 66 67 FOOTSTEPS OF EXCELLENCE DIAKONOS 1986 Mr. Kanehen-Advisor Debra Curry-Editor Cheren Fink Sue Lanting Lenora Biggar Jim Engell Kim Pitstick Scott Kuempel Chris Selin Robert Witheridge 68 SPONSORS Mr. and Mrs. Travis Curry Debra Curry Norman and Kathy Engell Cherene Fink Greg and Sharon Kanehen Case and Jane Lanting Morrie and Linda Pigott Willard and Pearl Trepus Mr. Jay Wisman PATRONS Dick and Virginia Caddoritt Frank and Heidi DeJong Linda Dennis Jim Kuempel Robert and Wendi Lanting Mr. and Mrs. L.C. McAfee, Sr. Smokey Point Animal Hospital Mike Wilson 69 THANK YOU FOR YOUR SUPPORT!! 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My soul yearns, even faints for the courts of the Lord; my heart and my flesh cry out for the living God. Even the sparrow has found a home, and the swallow a nest for herself, where she may have her young- a place near your altar, O Lord Almighty, my King and my God. Blessed are those who dwell in your house; they are ever praising you. Blessed are those whose strength is in you, who have set their hearts on pilgrimage. As they pass through the Valley of Baca, they make it a place of springs; the autumn rains also cover it with pools.6 They go from strength to strength till each appears before God in Zion. Hear my prayer, O Lord God Almighty; listen to me, O God of Jacob. Look upon our shield O God; look with favor on your anointed one. Congratulations to the Class of 86 to whom all things are possible Matthew 19:26 NIV 75 PILCHUCK DAIRY SUPPLY 653-9887 P.O. Box 559 Marysville, WA 98270 At the Marysville Livestock Auction . 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