Buffalo High School - Bison Yearbook (Buffalo, MO)

Text from Pages 1 - 200 of the 1984 volume:

4 ------------ STUDENT-H-FE Last January curiosity was stirred when the title of the 83-84 yearbook was announced during annual sales. Everyone was wondering what the yearbooks could be like. Now, after looking at the cover, wonder still probably floods the minds of readers. Finally to explain these questions, is the theme: concert (kon sert) n. a musical perfor- mance, harmony, (kan sert) v. agreement in ef- fort, purpose, or feeling; to act or plan together. As one can see, there is a double meaning within the title. Not only is there musicality throughout its pages, but also the concept of togetherness. A typical day in the life of a BHS student usually began with the horrifying buzz of the dreaded alarm clock. One would wearily and re- luctantly drag out of bed and advance toward the long day that lay ahead. Most can remember when Mr. Sandman prevailed and they awoke an hour late and ended updoing 70 mph on Main St. with a piece of bacon dangling from their mouth. There were a few “concerted efforts to be seen before school: such as Buffalo Gals hittin’ the streets at 7:30 before a big parade and the sports team dribbling, tackling or serving at the crack of dawn. Friends talking with friends, teachers and students congregated socially, were familiar scenes before school on the Bison campus There was an excitement in the air before the first bell. Maybe the excitement was over a new guy or girl, or maybe over an exam, or perhaps, simply hav- ing a good time with the old buddies. In any case, there was spirit and fellowship before school. The parking lot was always jammed with cars and the school drive with buses. Out of those ears and buses came a variety of attitudes. Some w ere tired and cranky, others were pepped up and ready to go. Caprice Schmied lazily reached for the alarm clock. Susan Cotter, how did you manage to eat breakfast, drive to school, curl your hair and put on make-up? 2 Above: Todd Weitzel finished up a last bit of homework on the school bus. Below: Tina White was very ambitious and did her morning exercises. fN THE KEY OF Ft Tom Haley reluctantly exited from his car in the student parking lot for another day at school, as Ray Ragan waited. Above: Buffalo Gals practiced on the streets for upcoming parades. Ruth Davison, like all students, had to bring a pass to class to excuse her tardi- ness. 3 Above: Friends gathered sociably in the field house lobby. Christy Fry tried her hand at the video game Mr. Do at Star Food. Above: Susie Hays found a serene spot to do her studying. Below: Jimmy Evans showed his apprecia- tion of photography. “Have you taken the English test yet? Is it hard? “Have you seen that gorgeous new guy? “Are you going to the dance Satur- day night’ You have just entered the untamed territory of the halls As you ventured onward through them, you observed the students of BHS interacting with each other. This was the time between classes when friends met and gabbed about their day or just walked to class together This was also the time when some couples got together and exercised public display of affection, which was illegal While most utilized the five min- utes between classes wisely, there were a few exceptions those who Mr. Willis, who dealt with them ac- cordingly Throughout the day, you could find some dedicated students studying. There was no unique place when it came to studying People studied just about any where the bathrooms, locker rooms, as they walked down the hall, or in the snack bar Ahh. the snack bar, which brings us to the lunch period You know that’s when you could see students racing towards either the cafeteria or the snack bar anxious to get some nutritious energy in their bo- dies. Most of us took for granted the fact that we had the cafeteria and the snack bar to choose from. Although we heard many snide remarks about the school food, when our getting fed was in question, most eve be found at one place or I The more mischicvc might have been found spending their lunch period sitting in the upstairs of- fice serving a sentence of noon deten- tion for some offense they had com- mitted. such as skipping. When weighing a few hours of free- dom against the cost of possible pun- ishment, many students opted to risk the consequences of being caught and chose to skip class. Despite the facul- ty’s efforts to hold class cutting to a minimum, there was a surprising number of violators. Out of 100 stu- dents surveyed, 78% had at one time been absent from class without an authority's permission. Of the 78% who had skipped, a mere 11% had been caught and punished Why did they skip? Perhaps it was the chal- lenge of violating school rules and getting away with it. Violators could be found “doing time” during lunch. Left: The snack bar's doughnuts seem to have been popular with Mike Nelson. Below: Danny Jackson was reprimand- ed for some offense. Right: The lunch period was a time for being with friends and having fun. Caprice Mulholland Schmicd man Christopher Yatc Brian Whipple Tina white Greg Wommack Leslie Wolfe OF NINETEEN HUNDRED • • • fyW Gwkatioti Wkai Tonya Vest Cotter started her new life with Mike Cotter. Right: Sherry Jasper Bennett had proof. Be- low: Lola Hayes concen- trated on her newly land- ed job. Above: Anita Evans made clothes for college. Below: Dirk l.ultrcll filled out college applications. After graduation. Rick Robison entered the real world. Throughout the twelve years of school, preparations were made for ones future. Your senior year was the year that it all came together. Some seniors began their new life with a spouse and continued going to school. Others applied for college scholar- ships and filled out college applications. College was a dream of some that would help them achieve a goal of a career that would benefit them for a lifetime. People w ho were planning on attend- ing college might have had summer jobs to help on tuition, books, etc. Some opted to forego college and go straight into a full time job, if the they were lucky enough to obtain one. Whatever decisions were made con- cerning ones future, this was the lime. o H ALFF, DENNY: ALLEN, JTSEF: 2-3 O’rack 1- VoTech , Fbal 4 ; AND, ia ® or Roll ,VoTech3 Chorus-2,Fbal1 Track 1-2, 11 VoTech 3-4; ANDREW; ISSELL Honor Roll 4, VoTech BASS, «flCKkEL: Honor Roll 1 Pep Cjpb Band 1-2-3, P. 1-2- Dist. Band Contest Sp ch Club 1-2-3-4; Jfc L( Spee l 2- 4; BENNETT, MA fcfc FFA Ar Club 1-2, BBball 1-tJL Track French 1, VoTech M-3-4 l XBiRDSONG, MIKE: Honor R$ 7VoTech 3, Spanish 1; B BARBARA : Honor Roll 3, c . Safety Fbal 'DUG krt-rt b 1, Vo 3, Ffcall 1. IP, CURTIS: Choir 9t. ' MMic Con. S.tat. 1, Chamber Choi BBball FRGER, n'inf Li Cli b 4,N ist Pep Band 1-2-3 Band C« i iffj� l Wal5 3, BBbal lNxST. 1-2-3-4, Stata Con.4, Cham- 1-2 VbA$ ber Choir 3, Bufr. Dis . 3zon. 3-4 «jun. S Club 2, Speech) 2 ‘ ™h 4: CKAM, X5kE, Hc or • ‘--------l-?-l(OMus- _ £cw$horus 1 2-S - ; MiLRWi,qrnrMs: Pefutfub 1-2-1 ? 1 $4 , M ecUSho 4 i s w Con. t-yj-4 , Gfip. -3-4, Cttambe 1AJ-3-4 flan3 1 - State Choir 1- -2y fiepBand 1-2 Sttfece Con. 1-2,A PoTe f VoTe MICHELLE rhocu Tech Club l-T=Y; TONYA VEST Club 1-2 NFL(Speech) Cheerleader o rle as ca ool play High School c; BLAKE, 1-3, Band 2,Dist. Band Con. -2, BBbal 1,Track 1, us. Con. 3; BLUE, Music Club 1-2, mixed .VpTech ( KBFL) 3-4; Honor Roll 1-2-3, 3-4, IH ench Club ech C vjk. 2 r 3 ncr a 4j -Band A WlK SCOTT: o1 � cX 3-4; CO t;n liud -y, u I, FBLA Chevg , TQDDVj r R 3 IrVArT 3-4 a Ro Teech Cl 2-3 VoTech 1-2-3, Sch Unidentified Flying Higftv £hool Captain Fantastic; CRISMAN,DARIN Honor Roll 2-3-4, Band 1-2, Pep Band 1-2, Dist � y Con. l-2 ._£6all 1-2-3-4 , Tr 5nf-2-4 , Bsbafl VoTech 3-4 ; MLLy LESLIE: H Roll 1-4, flftri f. List 2-3, Club l-2- 30f, vfrt Club 3, Mus Club l-2-i?4XGlee Club 1-2-3-4. Mixed CtK uf 1-2-3 4, Dist Con. 1-2-3- J 9r.ate C on. 4, Chamber Choir 2- -4 - BBball 1, Volley balj I-2 -4 yVoTech 4, BBball Homec3Tn ia ueen, Mo. Dist. Hongs rhdtV,Softball Mgr; DODD, BETSY: student Coun. 1-2, Pep '“4, AjrCciub 1-2, FBLA1vT2, Speech MusiJ l Tolfclaa FPA r Art Cldh EVERETjP, Is; VoTech 1 REE, VtoY usic Club Chor. ] Uf?ench 2 3-4, Capt. Fantas FERRELL, CRAIG: Tech 3-4; F Club 1, FHA 3, VoTecIt 2 Honor ®Jl FHA % , Jiffsic Con ader 4 1-2-3- HA 3, VI GILLHAM 1-2-3-4 1-2-3-4 3, Band Dist. TT. alf Festival lxe KBFL) Play Vo- Pep ICA BETH: b 3-4 Chor ch 3- LISA: H ibrary Clu Heartth ARA: Ho in’. List 2, Pep sic Club I,Dist. -2-3, Pep Band 1- 1- 2-3,State Con. BBball mgr 3-4, Track 1, Vball 2- 3-4, Buffalo 11 Fest. Can t, ( SjUntry Days e irj Buffalo Gals VfS l 2, A11-C0C COC'11 2-3-4; HUBER, all BBball 1,VoTech 3i f, ZOEL- LLA: Library Club' . m -2-3-4 NArt Club , Mus®P 0 1� Club 2-f -4, Mixed rus 1-2 IRELANDa D, kVID: Honor 1 3, SWudent.CoiAyX 4), Pep Club Af c£u£ 2yj jMsia Club 3-4, us 3-«'Dist. Con. 3-4 ir 3 X, French 2-3- ONi Honor Roll 1 JACKSON, TItfMY: Libr- xed hambe ANNY tm. oTecy 4 ; fary CjAb 4 TraofkL,VoTe Hon vRol BantfV 1-2 Con. l-Z i'Bus. Aifc Club I3-V-JASP 3, Prin Band - Con. 2 2, BBball Softball 2-3-4, 1-2-3-4, French Gals 2-3-4, Fba Country DaysiCa d.; HASHAGE OBBY:VoTech HAYES, LO r Library Club J-4, FHA 1-2 FBLA 4, Annual Staff 3-4,VoT -4 Bus. Con. 3j4NBLA I .st. Heartthrob|£ecort 1f HAY SWSAN: FHA 2- M, Spefech Club l- , VoTech (KBBp) 3-4|FHA Barn- jfcning Cand FHA Le er; HEALlV TOM: l-2 -4. Art lub 1-2 (S, RONDA: Staff 3|M,Annual Staff Buffalb Gals 1-2-3-4, Di 4 President 4; JOHNSON, Hon ARoll, l-2f4. Pep Club 2’ FtfT l -3-4 LA 4, Music Clul ixeycAo us Dist.Co VoTech 4 arnwarming‘ ’c WLr BLA Con. School plays: Unidi rttfied Fly ing HighSchool Caxtain Fa tic; JONES, ANTHON Fball 3-4, Trac 3-4; JUSTICE, RE 1, Libr Annuals if Honor Roll Club 4, Pep Club 1-2, f 3-4,VoTech 4, Cheor- nager girls spo ts estival Cand.;K TH oil 2-$, Pt?pK C 2- -3, P p Band'l i3, 2- ; KENTS, MIKEJ A 2-3. -4T Track EVIN: Honor R6’ rt Clu 0 vy MJ l hf.Ji -jC , Fb Ay l-ViYbJaiw 'club 3, ttp CBSETI, 1-1-4 Vp- 2-3JGl)fee Club 3, VoT oft A- FHA Barn- PATTHTSON, tival Cand. King Cand. ary Club 4, KRUMMELZ FFA IT g Candidat IA:Pep CtuC isJJ sl, iJWlE irbr-'V Crubl-2-3-4, NFL ____ . ri C Tlb 21. • Dist.Cont. 3-4, State Cent. _ French 2-3-4, VoTech 1-4VLACRUE? School play Captain Fantastic SCOTT:Band 1-2,VoTech 3-4; LANE, Oliver Twist;PEACE, KELLY: Honor CLYDE: Fball 1-2-3, Tra 7l-2, Roll l,Band l,Pe TT$and 1, BB£a l VoTech 3-4; LANE, LISA: Lift i-2-3-4, Track (b j oTea 4 ; Club 2-3, FHA 3, Art CluOi2-4, '£lP9C PAUL: FlVt -2 r, rt!___ Music Club 1-2, Mixed Choruyf f, 3, Vfsic Club 1, Mixed Chorus 1, SpeechClub 3, VoTech 3-4, School t Contestl-2, Fball 1; RACK- Plays: Captain Fantastic Oli- LEY, £XREN: Honor Roll 1-2-3-4, C . V ftball Fes � h 4, Countri N ys Cand. H dr Roll 4, c� 3-4 ; i SORREY, DAVID : fTTER, T$H: Honor PAULA: Art ech 4; LONG, Club 1, Vo- DIRK: Honor isttjl-3, Art.Club 1, French -4, ver Twist; LANKFO Club 1, FBLA 4,ST EDWARD: FFA W()fAri Tech 3-42 W7REiV Roll.j2 AirTjn Citizenship Awa5jli l-ii flftrt 14lub (pres. 4, Art j JrMcHifeasJ 3 MCGINNIS, VoTech J-4 MCGUIRE, MJCKEY: FFA 4, FbVn 1 MCKEEL, CjHRIS: Art Club 2-3-4 Fball 1-2, Track 1; MADDUX,HERB Honor Roll 2, FFA 1-2-3-4, Dist. Con. 1-2-3, Fball 4, Track l,Vo- Techl-2-3-4; MANARY, 3-4; MARTIN, JOHN: 2-3-4, FFA 1-2, Art l-2-3-$V'Cross Cou NEY, ?JART: Fball 3- MILLER DEAN: Fball Club 3-4 w gd horus Con. 3-4, Cn jtf . Choi (SpeechJ.l ,jfoTech4 ; MILLER, D 4, Library Cl dfci. 3V4. Prin.TrsWT StuCo 1-2-3-4, Class Officers T-2-3- , FHA 1-2-3-4 SpeechClub 1- Al(te idant. __ __________ g orfal 2nd Vice kjr FHA; RAG4N A r: Honor Roll 3 4, Art .e h Club 2-3p NFL Sp c ' 3, School pdavs UnAentified 1-2-3-«, FHA 1-2-3-4� ib 1-i V ech 4, BBball :, Barnw p ing Cand.,Re- VoTech Roll 1- 4,Track 4; MAT- ch 3-4; Music Di SpeechJ.l c Honor 1$oVi } VICA 3-4, SPEECH 1-2-3- Vball 1, Unidentified Joying Hi, _ ___ MILLER, ROdw t FFA l l 3-4; MONTGOMERY, RAWPfciArt Clubl-ft , BBball 1, Try lc Cros COTIfftry 1,VoTech 2; NELSON, MA UfOtonor Roll 1-2, Vball 1, VofeSarf EL- SON, MIKE: ”----1 — r' “ Dist 3, Fball 1- 2,Bapd 1 BRENDA 2- 3, MuXi ctJ Speech CCI d ball 1-2-3V-4 (KBFL) Roll 1 3 GleeV Cl Dis. C '2-V Band T ZE Vj Xech ely Ghost; .RAGS •oTech 3-4;RAINWAt ry Club 3, VoTech 3 , RICK: Library Club l b 1-4, Speech Club t Speech 2-3-4, BBba! 1, Bsball 1, French Club 2-3-4, VoTech 3l8CHMIED, CAPRICE: Honor Roll List 4,Library Club 1 2-3 epClub 2-3, Art Club bl-2-ir.4, Glee Club 1-2-3-4, ?ntedtrfc-2' 4 ,ChamberChoir Frenchi .GaT� 2 3-4i. SHAW, N, List DREW:Pep s 1-2- bistrict Con. SKINNER, DON- 1-2,Vo- !A: Vo- Roll3, Pep Clutj 2, Music Club 2, MixedChorus 2, QistKicy Cont. 2, Ftball 1-2, Volech TUCKER, ARTHUR: ArtCl ub 1-2-3 1 1-4, . T 1 ,B ball VoTec« VILES, RoU 2 - Art Clu 1, FBLA 4, So feal 1 Nj' Vbjpech 4 WARREN, STEVE: Honor Roll 1-2 Ftball 1-2, Bsbferil 1-2-3-4, Vo- ech 3-4; WEITHH,, TODD: Honor , 4, PepClub 4, Art Club 4, ti 1,Track J-3-4,CrossCount- French 3 fT, VoTech 3-4; [LE, BRIAN: BBball 1-2- 3-4, 1;WHITE, TINA: Honor Roll •4, 5 p,Club 2-4, Art Club ?epBand 1-2-4,Dist. State Cont.2, Annual French 1-2-3-$, Vo- Eal£ Gals 3 t’ecn jj WQL •4,Cla' Jlub 2-3, -4, GlefcClub 1, BBbaiyl-2-3-4, So Trac Jl-2, Vball 1-2-C leadiwr , Carniv ant Br ba 11 Fes. yy vy g 4jBand 1- tiont. 1-2 OALEjk taff 3-4, fILL: Nffech4, Ba OBI- , CARL: v4 , Pep A lonor Rfir -3-4, U iStuCol� - Track Library 11 TAMMYV Ho BARBARA :Honoir 4, French 3-4 Club 3,FFA 1- 4 MusicClub 1 1-2-3, VoTech 1-2; ALD: Art Club 1, BBbal Tech 1-2;SMALLEY, CHRIS Tech 4; SMITH, MIKE: F Honor Roll 2'v404 us. ball 2,Track3 , VoTech3-4 ; -4, Bus. State yi. DANIEL: LiljMry Club 1, 0' DELL, THOMAS: nCLj. j rtClub 2 : VoTech 1-2; ORTNER, 7-3, Distq fisbal lTT DANNY:Ho L 2-3-47 .1 4, Library Club 2, Glee Club 2, [ BBball 2, Soft- Track 1; 2, VoTech Roll 1-4 'LORI: Honor CCA V -Music Club -3, tfetp Cont. Barfd 1 2-3, S(W, DARLENE: ono , Library -4, Music b 1-2-3-4, rus 1-2-3-4, District 1.1-2-3-4,Chamber Choir d 1-2-3,PepBandl-2-3, ; StoWAMS. FE, EESUI V . List 3-4V UUj ers 1 Clftb -Z76JA 1 Stat 3-4 7 «7-3-4, Cheer- tend- tendant, ___ Tn didate. uoapn; l OMMACK, ‘«3-4 yFFA 1-2 -Z osbal 11-2 Stat ior a tl 1.- 4 Llbr T Pegilub 2-4, Fife 2. «tTsic )f a1 1, Pep Band DiSt:. Speech Club 1-2-3, NFL 'Annual Staff 3-4, Buffalo -2-3-4, Majorette 3,Cheer- 1, Miss Merry Christmas ate. School yplays Flying Higltschool Fantastic; YATES ,ZCHRIS RofNl-2-3-4 , StuOap, 4, Liberty Pep Club 4, Sphech Clu J e ' 11 1, Annual St H 4, Traox ;YATES, JOHN: VoTecH 2 to nut fest alIFesti JREG)Honor Roll :t £lub 4, Trac 3M, VoTech 1-2-3 3;WOOD, THERESA: hristmas Unident- O 3 hr 7Z. 1-2-3-fl ,'Band 1-2-3,PepBandi-2-3, Stat C ift. 1-2,Annua yr f 3-4, rv BACCALAUREATE Sunday, May 20, 1984 B H s r ici eds 8:00 p. m. Graduation is so many things It's laughter, smiles and cheers It's speeches, songs and warm applause It's fond farewells and tears It’s handshakes, hugs and compliments It’s lingering memories of the past and plans for days to be A dream fulfilled, a milestone crossed A bright new life begun. Dirk Luttrell, left, was BHS valedictorian. After graduation, Dirk planned to major in computer science and minor in art at SMSU. Leslie Dill, below, was salutatorian. She planned to further her education at SMSU and major in education. Friday, May 25, 1984 8:00 p. m. CLASS ROLL Denny Altf Jeff Allen David Andrews Russell Andrews Michael Bass Marty Bennett Sherry Jasper Bennett Michaei Birdsong Barbara Blake Wade Blake Michelle Blue Beth Brown Todd Brown Tonya Vest Coner Darin Crisman Leslie Dill Kent Dudley Billy Dugan Curtis Dunlap Tammy Eagleburger Larry E by- Anita Evans James Evans Ross Everett Craig Ferrell Barbara Freeman Beth French Lisa Gann Damara Gillham Bobby Hashagen Lola Hayes Susan Hays Ronda Hendricks Mike Hickam Laura Hicks Zoe Ella Huber David Ireland Danny Jackson Judith Johnson Regma Justice Gay Keith Mike Kent Kevin Kirk Reggie Knapp James Krummel Scott LaCrue Clyde Lane Lisa Lane Paula Lankford Edward Long Dirk Luttrell Mickey McGuire Chris McKeel Herb Maddux Kenneth Manary John Martin Gary Matney Dean Miller Denise Miller Rodney Miller Randy Montgomery Marla Nelson Michael Nelson Thomas Michael O'Dell Brenda Ortner Lori Parsons Darlene Patterson Tricia Patterson Kelly Peace Paul Phillips Karen Reckley Ray Ragan Jeff Ragsdale Bill Rainwater Rick Robison Tammy Shaw Barbara Sherman Drew Shockley Donald Skinner Christina Smalley Daniel Storey Danny Strickland Ramona Swamgan Teresa Thompson Tim Trotter Arthur Tucker Donna Viles Steve Warren Todd Weitzel Brian Whipple Tina White Leslie Wolfe Greg Wommack Theresa Wood Chris Yates John Yates MOTTO—Vesterday's Memories, Today's Realities, Tomorrow's Dreams 21 THE LAST DA YS Sr. trip Sr. day Laughter and joy were shared the day the seniors boarded the bus for K.C. and were off to Worlds of Fun. The day was carefree and lively but no risky business was in foul play. They played by the rules. As Mrs. Cully quoted, “It was very enjoyable and I guess it was because we had such a good, mature group of stu- dents.' Right: Wade Blake and Kelly Peace were in on the fun. Left: Look at the excitement they can't wait to get there. Sf,E£Sr2,!n” f n TD3a23BB2 C buffalo J tnli tl,ool2| sn ana e GPflaaFBPaaa Bzaairsaiisa - - Below left: Ray Ragan and Ronda Hendricks read the class prophecy. Below center: Senior class President Ka- ren Rackley presents the next President Scott Gargus w ith the cap and gown. Left: Sherry Bennett and Mike Nelson pre- sented the school with the class composite. Below: Barbara Blake and Tim Trotter read the class history. Above: Chris Yates and David Ireland read the wills. Below: Student body President Chris Yates presents Evonne Glor with the class key. Concert 84 'Concert 24 ACADEMICS Concert 84 SPECIAL SERVICE INSTRUCTION Throughout the next few pages, you will learn about the aca- demic side of our school. Each teacher shown in this section played a vital part in the education of the students of B.H.S. There were, however, few specialized members of the faculty. Their work was of importance to those students who might have needed a little extra help. Although they had very different jobs, they all had a common goal-to help the students grow emotionally as well as academically. The counselors, both high school and jr. high, were there to assist the individual student with scheduling assessment, career, or per- sonal problems. They could go to their counselor for moral support as well as academic assistance. Mrs. Price, jr. high counselor, helped students, who were new to the ways of 7th grade, adjust to the routine. Mr. Andrews, high school counselor, helped students in regard to career choices and opportunities. Mrs. Harrison, the librarian, was in charge of supplying students and teachers with the best possible information in books, reference materials, and services of the library. She also provided for proper storage, classifi- cation, and cataloging of all materials. In addition to running the library, Mrs. Harrison occasionally had classes to teach the 7th graders of the proper uses of the library. Mrs. Wolfram taught the Educable Mentally Handicapped children in the special education department, both jr. high and high school. “My major goal is to make the students aware of the abilities they do have and help prepare them for their future.” Mrs. Akisson taught the high school Learning Disabilities and Mrs. Clark taught jr. high. There- fore. their jobs were essentially the same, they were responsible for teaching students who had a learning disability. After a student had been identified as learning disabled, they then went to the L.D. teacher to ,. receive extra help in any subject in which they Earhne Atkisson . .... Learning were having difficulties. This included any course Disabilities offered. Jim Andrews H.S. Counselor Cynthia Clark Learning Disorders Joy Harrison Librarian Phyllis Wolfram Special Education Mrs. Clark explained an important point to one of her stu- dents. Mrs. Atkisson watched two of her students as they worked with the computer. Students were referred by parents, teachers, and sometimes themselves. The referral was followed by testing, evaluation, and placement. They were placed in appropriate programs for the individual student. These teachers all performed special services for the stu- dent. They were, therefore, appropriately labeled Special Ser- vice Teachers. 24 HI ST OR Y DEPA R TMENT Above: Jane Lane and Shawn Clark made World History fun! History has made society the way it is today. “ ... it might inform us about how our ancestors lived and something about what their life was like,” as Michael Birdsong stated. Some teens didn't like their social studies courses required in jr. high and high school, according to student survey. They had to take them whether they felt, as one student expressed, “It’s boring!” or as Jane Lane quoted. “World History is a very exciting and fun subject.” Myra Glor stated, “Remembering concepts and ideas rather than dates will have more of an influence on the future, by preventing past problems from happening again.” Dale Mills taught a new class last year. Civics. Chris Yates, one of his students, quoted, “It was a beneficial class but not long enough. Going to Jefferson City was really fun!” Social Studies was quite interesting, if you let it be. Over- all, the students thought it had given them a better compre- hension of society and the world. Above: Warren Kennedy showed off his podium. Above Left: Joyce Ray stressed a point to her 8th graders. 25 FINE ARTS It takes not only the abilities to read, write, and formulate algebra problems to lead a full and rewarding life, but it takes the arts, as well. Think for a moment, what life would be like without music, art, and dra- matics. The spirit and happiness would be taken away. Music sets the mood for everything. What would dracula be without the thunder of bass, furthermore, where would dra- cula be without the theater? Probably still shut away in someone’s imagina- tion. Art is in everything one looks at — not just the museums but even in wallpaper designs. Appreciation for these fine aspects of life are what fine arts are all about. They are, as Mr. Glor so excellently stated, “the icing on the cake.” A lot of hard work goes into the fine art area, it is not all fun and games. It actually takes more from a student to be a success in music, theater, or art than some academic classes. Why? Consider how long it takes a person to learn to play an instrument well, or how long it takes many kids for their voices to mature so they can be successful in choir. It takes a lot of dedication, as well — the kind of dedica- tion the Buffalo Gals had. It was phys- ically difficult to keep up the pace of the drum corps and do the routines and songs not to mention adding weather of 100 plus or below freezing. Above: Miss Powers prepared Mixed Chorus for Festival. Below: Terry West coached an aspiring high school “spec- chie. Upper left: Art students worked diligently on a new project. V A fine art class could've been a break from the normal classroom atmosphere to pursue something of interest, sort of similar to a hobby. However, they could not be classified as pure hobby. Much learning took place within those rooms. Music and sightreading were learned in choir. The medias were learned in art. Acting and public speaking were learned within the forensics department. In ad- dition to all of these was the basic knowl- edge and appreciation that was gained through these individual courses. They not only contributed to making a well rounded individual out of a student, but gave them knowledge unlike other classes . . . knowledge not necessarily for vocational use, but knowledge that would enrich and make the beautiful as- pects of life come through. Bryan Elhard Band. Jr. H. Band. Grd. Sch. Band. Buffalo Gals. Lonnie Glor Art I. and Advanced Art. Suzanne Powers Mx. Chorus. Jr. H. Chorus. Glee CL, Music Theory. Treasure Smith Jr. High Art. Terry West Speech. Jr. Speech, Acting Drama. Debate. 26 PRACTICAL ARTS DEPARTMENT John Anderson Vo. Ag Carol Cully Bus. courses The Practical Arts section of academics consisted of courses offered to those students who w anted to enhance their knowledge and skills in areas that would be helpful in future careers. “1 knew my Practical Arts course would require a lot of hard work but after all, that is how you learn. A Practical Arts course, like any other class did, of course, entail learning. Yet, many BHS students felt more gratification from these classes opposed to those required. Why? Possibly because students could elect to take these subjects. Or, as one Family Relations student stated, “To me if the class is required you just sit there and you might learn something. If it is not required you don’t have the pressure of ‘I’ve got to pass.' ” Another aspect of Practical Arts courses was to help prepare the students for the future. An accounting student remarked, “I took this class because of the material taught. I’m thinking about minoring in business in college, or possibly taking this kind of job to help pay my way through college. But on the other hand, some students just took a class to perfect the natural talents they were born with. A wood working student explained, “Ever since I can remember, I’ve always tried to make things with my hands. This class gave me the opportunity to learn the right way to make things like furniture.” The favorite Practical Arts class was Driver’s Education. The students learned, through this class, the basic laws concerning driving, safety tips, and insurance rates. They also gained valuable experience by actually driving with a licenced instructor. The over-all atmosphere of the classes were a more relaxed attitude because the majority of the students were truly dedicated to learning something they were interested in. Lendol Condren Drivers Ed.. Principal’s Assi. Bobctte Huffman Science. Home Ec. Judy Kennedy Home Ec. Joyce Smith Typing 27 LANGUAGE ARTS DEPARTMENT Janice Cole English II. Annual Staff Ruth Dunkin Remed. Eng.. Med. Eng. Catherine Eyl English 8th. Short Story Novel Linda Gillispie English III, Comp. UNDER COVER OF THE NIGHT Have you ever wondered what becomes of your English teacher after regular school hours or during vacations? Maybe they turn into Werewolves and stalk for prey. It is possible they like the Rolling Stones? As a matter of fact one of them does. No, not turn into a werewolf, but likes the Stones. An- other takes interest in theater and acting. Many take a great interest in the Fine literary works of the day. Some even delve into the depths of the ocean. But not all of English has been the teachers. Most of all. it revolves around the students. In asking some of the students about their views of their English education most of them replied differently. Ray Ragan (senior): “English has broadened my horizons in literature. It has helped me, but I feel I need more. ’ Michel Robson (junior): When I have someone telling me what to read, or how to write my sentences. I feel pressured and I'm not able to work like I have a potential to.“ Julie Kay (sophomore): “So far it (English) has been excellent, because of the teachers.” Chad Gillham (freshman): “English helped me a lot because of the way the teachers explained it.” English in and of itself, is a little UNDER COVER OF THE NIGHT. Most kids think that English is something that you have to take during high school, but it can be an enjoyable experience in life. If you look at it in an outside light it can be very enjoyable. Maybe some people think of English as a very conservative subject, with conservative teachers, but as you can see by these photos, that even the teachers need to get away from it all and expell themselves in the UNDER COVER OF THE NIGHT. Shakespeare Issues 28 SCIENCE MATH DEPARTMENT Ronald Condren Gen Math, Cons Math, Geom ■trr Christine Gillispie jr hi Math. Pre-AIg Mr. Harris instructed his students on the finer points of Earth Science. At B.H.S. the students were required to take only two full credits of the “Sciences”, that included math and science. But what actual classes were involved in that specific area? And another important question, what did the teachers and the stu- dents of Buffalo High think about that important field in educa- tion? Well, the sciences included these courses: 7th 8th grade General Science. 7th 8th grade Basic Math, the Remedial Math classes in both high school and junior high. General Math, Consumer Math. Pre-Algebra. Algebra 172. Geometry. Trigonometry-Math Analysis, and Pre-Cal- culus. In addition to those, there was General Science. Chemistry I 2, Earth Science, Physics, and Biology I 2. These courses ranged in difficulty but each and every one was important in their own way. The student body at B.H.S. had different and varied opinions about the sciences. While some enjoyed work- ing with the endless problems and formulas, others avoided it like the plague. Diversified as we were over the subject matter in that field or any other, most felt that the sciences were a necessary part of a high school education, whether college was in their future or not. Somehow between the moans and groans over testing and the broad smiles and lowered heads over test re- sults, the teachers kept their own opinions about the sciences. But, overall, “Sciences” were considered a must. In the future the maths and sciences would be inexpendable and the students of B.H.S would some- day realize how the destiny of the U.S. and the world itself rested on the developement of the sciences even to the very beginning in high school. Mrs. Gillispie's jr. high math class. Bud Bennett Bio, 7th Football Jan Alford Rem Math LaJohna Gillispie jr hi Math Scott Harris Earth Science Sharon Mallard Alg I 2 Trig Ana I, Pre-Cal Frank Sergent Chem I 2 Phys, Gen Science. 29 VO-TECH CREW Below: Bert Booth Auto Mcch. Don Brewer Welding Vernon Frantz Carpentry Ralph Gamcl Auto Bods Jim Buckles and Sawn Smith were KBFL students during the 83-84 term, and were provided summer employment through this Vo-Tech course. Above: Barbara Jan ekovich Health Occ. Wayne Lemmons Llcclronics and Computer Programming I rankie Phillips Auto Mcch. Jerry Kirkscy a 1956 graduate of BUS is now in charge of the Dallas County area Vo- Tech school. Mr. Kirkscy has taught at many Missouri high schools and colleges. We would like to wish him good luck in the future at BUS Left: Bill Prica Refrig, and Air Cond. Warren Scarbrough Carpentry Sharon Williams Office Occ. F.lanor Roberts School for the handicapped 30 During the year, carpentry classes built two homes which were auctioned for sale, in May. “School houses arc traditionally known, and rightfully so. by their fine craftsmanship. One of the many advantages of being a student at BHS is the fine Vo-Tech program. If you have ever taken a Vo-Tech course, you know what it s like. To those who haven’t, it may seem pretty confusing. First of all, the Dallas County Vo-Tech is one of the largest vocational schools, for high schools, in Southwest Missouri. A student can learn anything from nursing to electronics. The Vo-Tcch also has the latest in computer programming and one of the only student Radio stations of its kind in the United States. After taking a Vo-Tcch course you may have found something that will benefit you for the rest of your life. Suddenly you knew the basic ideas behind electronics, or if you were in carpentry you've actually taken part in the construction of a house. The substantial goals you attained from taking a Vp-Tcch course really apply to the theme of the annual “CONCERT X4.“ You know you've put forth a concerted effort in class when you see the final product. LIVE AT BHS CONCERT 8H TECH CREW 31 PHYSICAL EDUCATION DEPAR TMENT Physical Education is the instruction of exercise, care, and hygiene of the human body. Many students neglected physical education, while others proved that it was an important part of the everyday life. Students who took Physical Education courses liked the many activities they did in their class. When students were asked if it should be a required course during their Jr. and Sr. high school years, many of them replied with a simple, “Yes. One of the students even replied that it helped to keep a physically fit body and helped build the mind. Some of the students dreaded going to their P.E. classes. They said it was a bore and wasn’t worth going. There were several different P.E. classes; The Advanced P.E. classes participated in many activities. One was archery. P.E. classes were active in basketball, softball, volleyball and many other sports. P.E. was a class to enjoy and express your athletic abilities. A lot of the students took P.E. to get away from the same old classroom bore- dom. and to talk to their friends, but others took it simply to get exercise, to be able to run and play the different games. “Physical Education should not be a required class, slated one student, “It should be a desired class to take. Daren Barnes B.E.. H.S. Boys Basketball, Health ...-S ■ Rick Freeman Jr High P.E.. Jr. High Girls Spons. Jr High Principal s Asst. Rick Henderson P.E.. Drivers Ed.. H.S. Boys Baseball Dale Mills Girls Basketball. P.E.. Civics Dale Menke J.V. Boys Basketball. P.E.. Jr High Science Bob Plumlcy H.S. Football. P.E. 32 7 ORGANIZATIONS Concert 84 Concert 84 1'Concert 24 Mrs. Cole and Ramona Swanigan discussed in depth some details about the annual. Annual Super Staff! Caprice Schmeid jumped into the inviting indoor pool at Howard Johnson’s. Clothes and all!! The annual staff contributed a team ef- fort to make this year's annual. For the first time, the yearbook was not given out in the spring but in the fall. It was done this way in order to include all spring events. These changes increased the book by 16 pages. There were numerous meetings prior to the school year beginning. Activities and efforts pursued, dclt with a theme brain- storming session — Aug.; senior staff intro- duction and organization — Aug.; and the sales of annual ads — Aug. With some funds raised during 82-83 term two 35 mm camera outfits were purchased. Mr. Kendall held a workshop during school registration on camera operation. For the first time, with staff owned and operated cameras, the staffers were able to take their own pictures at school events. The staffers traveled to Howard Johnson’s in Springfield in September where a workshop from Hcrff Jones was held. At this workshop, staffers learned layout techniques. Films were shown of annuals throughout the company that were tops in quality among Hcrff Jones list. Buffalo, of course, was shown. The staff held a promotional sales assembly Jan. 31. During this assembly, a filmstrip was shown, a banner was held up and students ran through it, students from different classes came down onto the gym floor and spelled out “Concert ’84.” The student body as a whole seemed to be enthusiastic about the assembly. Staffers were also involved in pep assemblies and put on humorous skits. As the year progressed, Annual Staffs activities were varied. They had work time and fun time, as well. They watched ridiculous films together, had parties and always ate. But work came before play and one could always find a devoted staffer hard at work. With the arrival of spring, came the arrival of deadlines, and many staffers stayed after school. Many times one could see an eager staffer at a school event with camera in hand. Staffers followed teachers, students, faculty and coaches and “hounded” them for information so that the annual, when put together, would be exact and complete. Not only did the annual staff work hard to put the book together, but teachers, faculty, local papers, etc. ... Without their help, there would be no annual. Both local papers contributed pictures to the staff. All these concerted efforts combined, made our annual what it is and always will be — the best memories of 1983-84. Theresa Wood danced a little when work wasn’t so hectic. 34 The senior staff members posed for a picture beside Howard Johnson’s swimming pool. Connie Austin and Teresa Witzman worked on layouts at Herff Jones workshop. Some gal Staffers made up a very hilarious choir. Barbara Layland devoted a lot of time to layouts. Some staffers threw frisbees at the sales assembly. Ron Pawlowski was annual staffs Herff Jones representative and as- sisted a lot. Mr. Kendall helped annual staff out tremendously. 35 ART CLUB There were about 35 Art Club mem- bers in the 1983-84 school year. Art Club formed membership in the fall. Dues were also voted on at that time. Dues for this year were S2.00. Also dis- cussed were membership requirements and the constitution. Art Club helps in various projects and school decorating during the year. In past years the selling of Old News- boy Papers has been the main fund rais- ing project of Art Club. The money raised in fund raising pays for club logos, travel expenses and member’s club shirts. Each spring Art Club travels to Kansas City to tour museums. This spring, on April 11, Athins Museums of Fine Arts, Nelson Gallery of Art and Hallmark Cards were toured. Members ate at Crown Center. Pictured above. Art Club officers: Dirk Luttrell, Lisa Lane, and Kevin Kirk. Shown here are Mr. and Mrs. Oren Myers, administrators of Chastains Health Care Facility. They gave a check to Dirk Luttrell, Kevin Kirk and Lisa Lane. The check equaled the amount of money raised in the selling of Old Newsboy pa- pers. The money Art Club raised went to the Crippled Chil- drens Fund. This year was the third year for sales and prob- ably the last. The sales went well and amounted to $468.00. There were 700 papers sold which were sold by donations only. There were 26 members who sold papers, with Tom Healey being top sales person. Shown here is Tina White, a senior at BHS, and Bob Crcasey, President of the Dallas County Humane Society. Mr. Creasey presented an award of a $50 savings bond to Tina. The Humane Society held a drawing contest among Art students. The students were to draw a logo for the Humane Society to use in printing and advertising. There were 41 entries in all. 36 The following questions are to check your opinions feelings concerning Art Club. Possibly, in a few years, you will be reminded of some memorable moments. 1. Why did you take art? 3. What was one thing you liked best about being in arl? □ 1 like to draw. □ Art is interesting. □ improving my skills □ I took the course for a credit. □ the casual atmosphere □ 1 wanted to learn more about art. □ 1 could learn without homework □ other 2. What was your favorite project? 4. As a whole, 1 felt art was beneficial to me because: □ pen and ink drawing □ I could feel self-achievement at completing my own □ still life project □ 1 could expose my feelings through art. □ pointilism project □ 1 can feel more confident when attempting art due to □ other □ other Piciurcd below is Tracy Alff. BHS sophomore, working on an arl Shown below is Susie Hayes, Todd Weitzel, and Tina White working on art projects, project. The project took Tracy one week to complete. Student Council l.isa Sample — Secretary Treasurer. The first annual Health Fair was sponsored in part by Student Council. It emphasized the need for health awareness and personal physical fitness. Student Council encountered some changes this year. For starters. Student Council, which in previous years had been sponsored by the principal, was spon- sored by a teacher, Mrs. Cully. In addition, Stu-Co was headed by President Christopher Yates and Vice Presi- dent David Ireland, who both had no previous exper- ience on Slu-Co. With such drastic changes one might expect Student Council to be doomed from the start, yet to the surprise of many individuals, Stu-Co provided many activities for the benefit of the school. Such activities included three dances, two blood mobiles, assemblies, and the first annual volleyball tournament for Muscular Dys- trophy. The tournament itself raised over four hundred dollars. In addition, Stu-Co made suggestions for sev- eral new foods in the Snack Bar, two of which proved to be the hottest selling items, the burrito and the chicken sandwich. Prcsidcni Chrisiophcr Yates enjoys his new office. Serious, is David’s middle name. Checking in and out books was just one of the man) jobs James Krummcl did while working in l.ibrary Club officers: Zoc Ella Huber (Vice-Pres.j, Nancy Know les the library. (Pres ). Lisa Gann (Treas.), Not pictured wasShawna Evans (See.). Library Club members are mainly high school students who volunteer to work at either the high school library or the elementary library for an hour a day. Along with the librarian Mrs. Joy Harrison, they kept the library functioning. Members ran errands or did tasks that needed to be done like checking in and out library books, or restacking and filing magazines for ref- erence. I ibrary Club members held a Christmas banquet w here gifts were exchanged, and in the spring they hosted a breakfast for the seniors in Library Club. BUFFALO GALS Above: The Gals lead off the Buffalo Christmas Parade on a dismal, rainy after- noon. Above right: Officers: Sherry Jasper Bennett, President; Theresa Wood. Vice-president; Damara Gillham. Sccrctary Trcasurcr. Right: The Gals added spice to the home ball games. Below: Drum Majorette Laura Hicks and assistant Tammy Eaglcburgcr accept top honors for the Gals following the SMSL' Homecoming Parade. “Spectacular achievement is always pre- ceded by unspectacular preparation” was the motto adopted by the Buffalo Gals drum and bugle corps when director Bryan Elhard first introduced the phrase two years ago. And a lot of unspectacular prep- aration went on during the year. For every hour in performance, the Gals spent count- less other hours practicing. The corps met twice a week throughout the summer vaca- tion. each day in class, and often gathered in the mornings before school began. The practices were year-round, from hot, muggy summer evenings through bleak, winter afternoons. The physical exhaustion, the extreme weather conditions, and the monotony of endless practice did not keep the members from striving at all limes to excel at what they did. Although every member of the group worked toward a common goal, each had different incentives for giving all prac- tices her full effort. Lara Barnhart was mo- tivated by “thinking of what the group would accomplish in the end.” Many oth- ers, like Lara, found satisfaction in crowd recognition and high scores given by judges. Damara Gillham worked so the whole corps could “be the best it could be. The other Gals shared Damara’s belief that in order for the group to be its best, each individual had to strive to reach her own personal po- tential. Teamwork was important to the function of the corps, and Sandi Haymes found her teammates important to her drive. 1 just thought about what they would say if they saw me fluffing off and that made me work harder.” Renee McDaniel and Sandy Blue felt pride to be the element which kept the group going. Cristy Frey agreed, ”1 enjoy the feeling of pride I feel from being one of the Gals. Was all the effort worth it? The Gals seemed to think so. As a result of their “un- spectacular preparation,” the Gals saw a lot of spectacular achievements.” An over- whelming majority of the Buffalo Gals agreed that the year's greatest accomplish- ment was winning first place in the highly competitive SMSU Homecoming Parade. They also found equally rewarding the Most Spirited trophy they obtained in that same parade, there were exceptions. “The amount of enthusiasm and spirit before and after the SMSU Homecoming Parade” was important to Tammy Eaglcburgcr, while Joelle Hillhouse and DeVonna Nimmo found the teamwork employed by the group a great accomplishment. But above the trophies and aside from the teamwork, members found personal achievement. The accomplishments of the group made the girls feel good about them- selves. They discovered that the hard work really did pay off. The feeling of personal pride Dawn Webb felt from “being able to push herself all the way was shared by others. The accomplishments gave Linda Smitherman incentive to work for even greater accomplishments. Despite the Gals’ success, they also ex- perienced disappointment. Dawn Keith ex- pressed the feelings of all when she ad- mitted her disappointment at not placing in the Springfield Christmas Parade. This temporary set-back, however, only served to make members even more determined. Sherry Jasper Bennett was amazed at “how much we’d improved over one week.” Perhaps it was the girl’s determination in the face of an occasional defeat as much as their successes that made them winners who made the group spectacular. Below: Drill Captains: Sherry Jasper Bennett, Damara Gillham, Caprice Mul- holland Schmcid, Tammy Eaglcburgcr, and Laura Hawley. 'Jtmk French club, which has increased an- nually, had a vast group of 51 members. This list included 2 seniors, 23 juniors, 2 sophomores and 15 freshmen. This was the largest group that the club has ever had. One reason for the rapid and suc- cessful growth of this organization, was the activity the club generated. French club members participated in many fun activities which made many want to be members. The activity schedule started on June 5th, prior to this school term beginning. On this date, the club traveled to Bran- son for Silver Dollar City where they enjoyed the entertainment and rides. June 20th was spent splashing in a re- freshing pool at French member, David Ireland's house. French club waited in line for pizza at Valentino’s after the French play. James Krummel and his guest. Bill Smith, enjoyed a movie. Miss Phillips received a Christmas gift and card from her French club. In Aug. they once again hit the road for Silver Dollar City. They had so much fun the first time that they decided to go back. In the same month, the club took an exciting tour of Fantastic Caverns. They soaked in the beauty and wonder of it all, with enthusiasm. Just before the start of school, the members went to Miss Phillips' home for a video-game party. On September 26 new members joined up with French club. Before it got too cold, Miss Phillips held a hayrideat her house on Oct. 1. They cooked out and played touch football. This event was the 4th annual record. Oct. 26 brought an- other outing, but to Springfield, where the club watched a French play in French. The play. LE MEDECIN MALGRE LUI, was very amusing and entertaining. 42 Marty Taylor, Sheila Dame, and Lisa Rowland played a game of pool at an arcade after a French play. Some French club members tried out their talents in the arcade. French club members were laid back and relaxed before a movie called WRATH OF KHAN started. French club has watched French plays in Springfield for 4 years. In Oct. numerous mem- bers ordered Foreign pen-pals. This was its 5th annual occurrence. Nov. 23 was the date that French club stayed after school and watched the movie TRON in Miss Phillips' room. During the month of December, the club once again stayed after school. They took in a movie called WRATH OF KHAN. ’ French club had their 5th annual Christmas party and gift exchange. This took place in Janu- ary because of inclement weather. The members watched another movie, REDS. Still in January, they got to know Pierre Pathelin and friends. This was a deceptive and fun joke that advanced French and Miss Phillips pulled on French I. In Feb., for the 5th year, the ordering of caps and t-shirts with French slogans took place. They traveled to the SMSU campus Feb. 21 and enjoyed a French film, LA NUIT DE VARENNES. They went skating at Skate Corral March 25th. This was the 2nd outing. Guests were brought, of course. The usual and well-known pizza pig-out at Jim Dandy’s happened for the 5th year on April 16. The senior farewell party took place at Bennett Springs for the 3rd year, on May 6th. The 20th of May brought the new event of a Mud Football game. French club is a very active and fun orga- nization, sponsored by Miss Ray Dean Phil- lips. 43 FFA Before ihe school year started many members participated in county fairs in which they showed their livestock or the farm equipment they had built. The FF Vs first official meeting for the newly elected officers began with a water- melon bust on July 19. On Sept. 17, they held a slave auction in which members were sold to work for whoever would buy them. The auction brought in $1007.50. The annual parents night was held Oct. 11, where 19 sophomores received Chapter Farmer pins and 28 freshmen received Greenhand pins. The Barnwarming was held Oct. 29, where Nancy Kennedy was elected queen. On Nov. 18, 51 FFA members and a few guests went to Kansas City to the American Royal Rodeo and toured the Allis Chalmers Gleaner Combine Plant. In the spring, contests began and some members advanced to slate and received relatively high rankings. In April, officers were elected for the next year. The banquet and awards assembly were held on May 10. Herb Maddux and Billy Dugan were awarded State Farmers Degrees out of the 5 applicants from Buffalo who applied for the highest honor an FFA member can achieve at state level. FFA officers: Danny Strickland president. Billy Dugan Vice-president. Herb Maddux secretary. Scott Rice reporter. Curt Rankin treasurer, Wayne Vest sentinel. Doug Richardson parlimcnlarian. FFA MOTTO “Learning to do, doing to learn, earning to live, living to serve Below, members who attended events at state were left to right, back row. Herb Maddux. Billy Dugan. Brandon Hill, Jeff Easter. Brian Ragland. Wayne Vest. Paul Brown. Front row. Todd Smith, Danny Strickland. Brian Maddux. Carl Brown. Curt Rankin. Scott Rice, and Steve Patton. F.H.A. Creed We are ihe Future Homemakers of America. We face the future with warm courage and high hopes. For we have the clear consciousness of seeking old and precious values. For we arc the builders of homes, homes for America’s future. Homes where living will be the expression of everything that is good and fair. Homes where truth, love, security, and faith will be realities, not dreams. We are the Future Homemakers of America. We face the future with warm courage and high hopes. FHA The F.H.A. officers for the 83-84 school year were: first row: Rachel Popejoy. Kim Ford - parliamentarian, Deanna Henderson — Vice President. Judy Johnson — secretary, second row: Jamie Branch — historian. Penni Hill — treasurer. Teresa Witzman — recreational director. Suzie Hays devotional director. Not pictured are Karen Racklcy - President and Judy Kennedy Sponsor. President Karen Racklcy (standing) presided over the meetings along with officers Teresa Witzman and Judy Johnson. Bottom right: At general meetings everyone had a chance to voice their opinions or ideas on current activities. Bottom left: The F.H.A. was very proud of one of their members this year. That member was Kim Austin, who was appointed as a state officer and had a chance at the state presidency. During the year F.H. A. was very active starting with initiation. The group held a dance in September to benefit the Leukemia Society. They raised close to SI 70.00 for the Foundation. Heart throb was held in February and the F.F.A. was invited. The organization attended the regional meeting which was held in Bolivar at the campus of SBl . Six of the members attended the regional installation banquet on March 27, 1984. They also look a fall field trip to Springfield. The year ended with the officer's installation on May 5. 1984. 45 VICA Left to right: Lisa Gann, Gina Stewart, Deanna Henderson, Teresa Larkin, Chistine Manning. Angie Tabor. Left to right: Kim Guthrie, Rachel Popejoy, Lori Parsons, Kathy Bess, Lisa King. VIC A stands for Vocational Industrial Clubs of America. It is for students who are interested in health, industrial and technical trades. This club works with and helps people. They help with the bloodmobile and gain work experience at local doctors, dentists and health offices throughout the area. When asked why she joined VICA, Deanna Hen- derson replied. “Because it sounded like a good opportunity to learn more about job areas, and I need help deciding more about future plans.” Denise Miller said she joined, “To be a part of the organization to help the community. To help contribute to the improvement of health care.” When asked if VICA helped to prepare for the future, Lori Parsons responded, “Yes, we learn skills that will help us prepare for a job or college. It teaches us how to deal and communicate with the people we work with. It also teaches us about job interviews. Becky Tewel stated that, “It’s helping me decide what I want to do in the future. In general, most felt that VICA made them feel good about themselves after helping someone in need, and that the experience was very fulfill- ing. Denise Miller at installation ban- quet. 46 U T U R E USINESS EADERS MERICA The FBLA emblem was made up of components that stood for the organiza- tion which provided opportunities for each member to become a leader of to- morrow. The eagle denotes our belief in democ- racy, liberty, and the American way of life. The word SERVICE denotes the idea that every individual should be interest- ed in and take responsibility for promot- ing better social, political, community, and family life. The word EDUCATION is symbolic of the idea that free education is the right of every individual in America. Finally, the word PROGRESS repre- sents the challenge of tomorrow which depends upon mutual understanding and cooperation of business, industry, labor, the home, the church, the school, and by the peoples of our own and other lands. FBLA The 1983 84 officers, front row: Judy Johnson — Pres., Beth Brown — Vice-Pres., back row: Lola Hayes - Hist. Rep.. Jencllc Evans — Sec.. Ronda Hendricks — Pari., not shown: Penny Willis Trcas. Donna Viles and Paula Lankford worked on typing letters and proofreading. Hamden L. Forkner, a college professor, felt a plan of organization needed to be set up for the many business clubs in high schools and colleges throughout the country. From this sprang the chapter FBLA, Future Business Leaders of America. The goal of this national chapter is to prepare young people for a successful future in the world of business. Our local FBLA chapter worked very hard to fulfill this goal for students who were interested in careers in the business field. A mere eleven girls formed the class and they appropriately named their chapter the Awesome Eleven. They had a very busy year. On top of all the classroom work they had, they held fund raising campaigns, entered business contests, held their own contest, participated in an office machines seminar, and hosted Free Enterprise Day. But most importantly, the girls gained valuable on- the-job training by working one morning a week for a local business. The future business leaders spent the year learning new skills, enhancing old ones, and striving to obtain all the knowledge they can to help them overpower whatever goals they’ve set for themselves in the future. 47 Ronda Hendricks typed a report for one of the Vo-Tech teachers. MUSIC CLUB Music Club Members (lefl to right) Row I —J. Taylor, A. Imes, C. Hobbs. S. Cibert, C. Hobbs. B. McClure. K. Dibben. L. McMillian. D. Jones, M. Owens. N. Lamkey. B. Dumpier. T. Gattett; Row 2 R. Williams. B. White. S. Weeks, S. Neighbors, T. Workman, C. Mullholland Schmeid, S. Cotter, K. Williams, D. Villincs. S. Weeks; Row 3 T. Smith. A. Kay, R. Weeks. S. Lawson. P. McGinnis. T. Bowman. J. Strickland. D. Nimmo, J. Hillhousc. R.Swanagan. L. Dill. R. Clark. L. Cibert. M. Davis, R. Anglcn; Row 4 — S. Haymes. J. Rich.S. Whipple, K. Eastcrday.T. Eagleburgcr, D. Kirkscy. D. Ireland. T. Smith. M Hickam. D. Shockley, D. Miller, N. Lamkey. J. Popejoy. L. Smitherman. (several not pictured) Music Club is an organization for those in Glee Club and Mixed Chorus. Those people who were involved in Music Club during the school year ’83-'84 participated in everything from picnics to District Music Festival. The officers of Music Club kept records of activities and fund raisers. They also kept up group participation through enthusiasm. The 1983 84 officers were as follows; Ramona Swanagan (president). David Ireland (vice-president), Tina Smith (secretary), and Leslie Dill (treasurer). The fund raiser that Music Club took on. as in years past, was the selling of M M's. Money was used to buy letters and chevrons, and the rest put into the Music Club treasury for future use. In May of 1984. the Music Club members packed up and went to Bennett Springs for a picnic. With a fairly good turnout, those that came ate. played softball, and just enjoyed each other’s company. To letter in Music Club, the members had to take either a small ensemble or a solo to District Music Festival. Several did. thus qualifying for a letter and chevron, or just chevron, depending on the years they had participated in Music Festi- val and club. Several Senior members expressed that they enjoyed Music Club and hope that enthusiasm for participation in Choir will continue. (left) Is this a chorus line? (right) Come on now let's get serious, (below) Les- lie. still hungry?!? 48 CHMMB6R CHOIR Chamber Choir members (left to right): Row I - Russ Weeks, Shari Cibcrl, Laura Cibert, Jocllc Hillhousc, Dcvona Nimmo, Leslie Dill, David Kirkscy; Row 2 - Susan Cotter, Ramona Swanagan, David Ireland, Alccia Kay, Julie Kay. Glenda Sweancy, Todd Smith. Chamber Choir was a selected group of singers from Mixed Cho- rus. Those chosen were the best overall vocal students from choir. They were chosen for their abilities in sight reading and basic vocal tonalities. The year of cighty-three eighty-four saw the following people part of Chamber Choir: Glenda Swcancy, Susan Cotter, Rhonda Hen- dricks. Joelle Hillhouse, Shari Cibert, Ramona Swanagan, Julie Kay, Leslie Dill, Laura Cibert. Devona Nimmo, Alecia Kay, Mike Hickam, Dean Miller, Russ Weeks, David Kirksey, Todd Smith, and David Ireland. Chamber Choir was called upon, like in the past years, to perform at special activities like senior citizens' meetings, church services, and organizational occasions. Along with those special functions, the members of Chamber Choir sang at District Music Competition at S.M.S.U. and Spring Vocal Music Concert. Chamber Choir started out very well and progressed into their music enthusiastically but. somehow they could not bring home a “1 from District Music Festival, despite an excellent performance for the judges. But. this did not discourage them. They tried harder to im- prove their overall sound with encouragement from Miss Powers. Vocal Music director at Buffalo. Later in the year Chamber Choir was broken down further to form Swing Choir. Unfortunately, they were not able to get this group off the ground to perform that year. That year of eighty-three eighty-four held many opportunities for Chamber Choir and they were accepted eagerly. Those in Chamber Choir will always remember those times they shared themselves with others through the miracle of song and what an honor it was to be involved in such an outstanding vocal group. A few of the members of Chamber Choir going over music that was to be taken to Music Festival. 49 Mixed Chorus was a selected group of students grade nine through twelve. They used musical tone and rhythm to pro- duce music. The choir prepared for one Christmas and one Spring concert, yearly. Also much work and preparation was put into musical pieces taken to District and State Music Festi- val. During the month of Octo- ber, some students of Mx. Cho- rus traveled to Springfield to participate in try-outs for Dis- trict Honors Choir. In past years, Buffalo has even sung in the Missouri State Honors Choir. Mx. Chorus performed the National Anthem for assem- blies and at the beginning of a few football games. The group performed at these things in the year: Southwest District Super- intendent’s Meeting, MSTA Regional Meeting, Kiawana’s Senior Citizen Christmas Ban- quet, Retired Teacher’s Meet- ing, Senior Citizens Banquet, Coral Festival Days at Silver Dollar City. They also caroled throughout the community of Buffalo and at Chastains Nursing Home. MIXED CHORDS 50 'hud Kerri Ray practiced her pep band music. Band was made up of a group of 23 stu- dents that put in a lot of teamwork this year. The students practiced for a Christmas concert held on Dec. 14. They put out a lot of effort for pep band. They played at most of the home games and readily supported their team with much enthusiasm. The Spring Concert was held in May. The members practiced for months for this performance and spent a lot of hours con- centrating for the big event. When interviewed about this year’s band as a whole. Mr. Elhard stated, ’i was very pleased with the improvement of the band this year. We started the year with a small group and several inexperienced freshmen players, plus the fact that we lost 3 students in the middle of the year. Despite this, the band improved. I thought each student im- proved their playing ability. The group should be able to do better things next year. Pep Band supported their team with much school spirit. Mr. Elhard played the National Anthem at a football game. Below: Mr. Elhard directed the Christmas concert. Above: Julie Kay and Jodi Villincs show ihcir flexibility. Right: Beth French shows Roxic Hurd just how strong she really is. Above: Melinda Pickney and Dawn Smith finish off the cheer Headed for Suc- cess . The cheerleading squads of this year was actually formed at the end of the '82-'83 year. There were 21 girls who worked for tryouts, but unfortunately only 13 girls could make it. There w ere 7 selected for the varsity squad and 6 for the junior varsity squad. From the start both squads suffered some setbacks. They were easily overcome and the squads started their practices immediately. Practice continued throughout the summer, once a week with one exception. They attended a NCA camp at SMSU for, what seemed like, a very long 5 day week. They left here at around 7:30 a.m. and got home at around 9:30 p.m. Most of their new cheers came from that week, and seemed to go “over'' super with the crowds. School started in August and practices occurred twice a week. Football was the first season to conquer. Ball games were on Monday nights for J V and Friday nights for varsity. Some of the nights were very cold and their short skirts didn't offer much protection. Besides games, the squads had pep assemblies to put on. They included doing cheers, skits with the student body, and lots of pranks pulled on the faculty and ball team members. The second and final season was basketball. Ball games were on Tuesdays and Fridays. The only exception, was worse. When a tournament came up they had as many as 4 games in 5 days. So as you can sec, the cheerleaders kept very busy throughout the year. 52 Above: Varsity squad, top to bottom: Lisa Sample, Amy Blake, Beth Fullerton (middle), Dcvona Nimmo, Sheri Stanton, Jocllc Hillhouse. Below, left to right: Dawn Smith, Jodi Villines, Julie Kay (bottom), Roxic Hurd. Beth French (bottom), Melinda Pickney. Above: Lisa Sample and Beth Fullerton pose pretty. Above: Sheri Stanton and Amy Blake work up a sweat. 9th Carol Hobbs April Wygant I Oth Jane Lane Shawn Poyscr th Shawn Clark Shirley Dryer Kylcttc Gillham Susie Imes Valerie Lawson 12th Tammy Eaglcburgcr Sherry Jasper Caprice Schmicd Barbara Sherman Leslie Wolfe HONOR ROLL 9th Cherl Hobbs Joan Roos Susan Sample Mike Wingo Tammy Workman 10th David Clemmons Mike Hancock Brandon Hill Jocllc Hill house Susan Hurst Ginger Potter Kerri Ray Karen Rupc Linda Smithcrman I Ith Rusty Andrews Connie Austin Kyla Bates Jamie Branch Susan Cotter Kim Dibben Scott Gargus Evonne Glor Laura Hawley Deanna Henderson Roxic Hurd Alecia Kay Nancy Kennedy David Kirksey Marilynn Lcwy Becky McClure Lisa McMillan Gina Peters Rhonda Polston Curt Rankin Doug Richardson Julia Ritter Melinda Roberts Lisa Rowland Cindy Shepard Tina Smith Sheri Stanton 12th Darin Crisman Beth French Lola Hayes Rhonda Hendricks Laura Hicks Johnny Martin Mike Nelson Brenda Ortner Ray Ragan Tammy Shaw Ramona Swanigan Teresa Thompson Donna Vilcs 54 PRINCIPLES LIST Above Row 1: Barbara Sherman. Sherry Jasper Bennett. Caprice Mullholland Schmeid, April Wygant. Carol Hobbs; Row 2: Kylcltc Gilham. Shirley Dryer, Susie Imes, Jane Lane, and Shawn Clark. HONOR ROLL Above Row I: Linda Smitherman. Ginger Potter. Kari Ray, Ramona Swanagan. Mike Nelson, Rusty Andrews; Row 2: Connie Austin, Evonne Glor, Mari Lynn Lewy. Scott Gargus. Tamrm Workman. Cheryl Hobbs. Becky McClure; Row 3: Lisa Rowland. Laura Hawley. Kim Dibben. Joelle Hillhousc. Gina Peters. Alcdia Kay. Nancy Kennedy. Cindy Shephard, and Susan Sample. A student qualified for the Principal's List upon comple- tion of the following requirements: 1. Achievement of A- or above in all courses attempted. 2. Be enrolled in 6 or more units for credit. 3. Demonstrate above average citizenship qualities. (f aculty will rate each student) A student qualified for the Honor Roll upon completion of the following requirements: 1. Achievement of a B- or above in all courses attempted. 2. Be enrolled in 5 or more units for credit. 3. Demonstrate above average citizenship qualities. (Faculty will rate each student) 55 The speech club at Buffalo High School is a very eccentric group, and this year’s squad was no exception. Speech Club is composed of speech and debate students that competed in tournament work. The club traveled to many differ- ent tournaments, some which were over- nighters. There were many different events that the students could compete in. There were events that two people could com- pete in together, which arc duets, or they could compete by themselves in an event. Dramatic Interpretation, Oratory, Hu- morous Interpretation and Extempora- neous Speeches were just a few of the entries to choose from. Speech Club worked as a whole team to achieve success at winning a sweep- stake trophy. Many individuals on the squad also won separate trophies. If there was any group that was a conscrted effort, it was definitely the speech and debate club. Speech club members almost always felt good about themselves because it naturally made them feel good to be able to make someone cry, or laugh, or just feel their emotions when giving a speech. Being in speech club also allowed stu- dents to meet many new and wonderful people while they were at a tournament. Above: left to right are the speech club officers: Kim Austin, vice president; Evonne Glor, president; Sheri Stanton, activities chairman; Trisha Patterson, sec. treas. Above: Evonne Glor and Kim Austin worked on the details of the Buffalo Invita- tional Tournament which was held No- vember 11th and 12th. There were several schools competing at the tournament. Willard High School received the sweepstakes trophy. Above: Gina Peters. Karen Davis, Jamie Branch, and Michel Robson were busy stuffing ballots for the Invitational Tournament. The 2nd semester speech coach, taking Mr. Terry West's place, was Mrs. Keli Hopkins. Above: Michel Robson, a speech representative, met with Ronald Reagan to discuss the new debate topic. Right: Janet Hill posed for a picture at the Joplin speech tournament. (Of course we’re not serious!) 56 In the past few years. Pep Club has had a tendency to be more of a name than an active group. During the ’83-'84 school year, however, anyone could tell there was an uplift in spirit and enthusiasm. While some members chose to stay indoors or go elsewhere on game nights, the more spirited and dedicated students who were in Football or Basketball Pep Club decided to take the chance of toughing out the weather, timely bus rides, and possibly giving up time with friends, to cheer on their team until the end. Throughout the seasons, some excitement dwindled down, although some active members kept up the excitement. Some fellow students joined in with their own banners and yells. All efforts to raise the Bison spirit, whether from club members or other students, were appreciated. Something new was initiated during the Football season. Instead of the annual homecoming parade before the night of homecoming, a bonfire was lit to corral Bison pride and spirit against the Willard Tigers. A seven-foot tiger was burning during yells, led by the cheerleaders. Some gathered hands to- gether and participated in a snake dance. Working with Football Pep Club this year, was a unique ex- perience We had both ups and downs . . . lots of ups'' and about two “downs”. I think every teacher should be sponsor at least once in his or her career. It is a learning. character building experience. “The members of the Basketball Pep Club that actually par- ticipated this year were a great group to be with, but it was sometimes disappoint- ing when there are 60 members on the membership list but only eight show up to ride the bus to a ma- jority of the games. I only wish that the whole school would catch the pride that the cheerleaders and a few enthusiastic members show. ’' 57 Art Club David Blair. John Hewlett. Arlin Crump. Artie Tucker. Ray Ragan. John Martin. Todd Weitzel, Shirley Dryer, Tina hitc. Randy Montgomery . Brenda Randall, Patty Hutton. Tina McCall). C indy Staples, Angie Mayfield, (iina By bee. Tina Geisc, Mark Wolfe. Karen Rupe. Bar- bara Dugan. Greg Wommnek, Scott Gargus. Blake Cully, cllo Dunlap, Sandy Blue, Paula MeGuinnis, Melissa (iann. Jim Raper. Craig Ferret, Jeff Ragsdale. Kevin Cook. Tim Uwttift, Mr. Glor. Dirk I uttrcll. Kevin Kirk. Lisa Lane. Chris McKcel, Tom Hcaly Student Council Mike Wingo. James Ashworth, Todd Smith. David Ire- land. Leslie Wolfe, Chris Yates. Joclle HiHbouxc. Janet Hill. Herb Maddux, Carol Cully. Susan Bradley, Barbara Blake. Gm.� Peters. Lisa Sample. Tina Smith. Carol Hobbs. Sheri Hashagen. Lara Barnhart Library Club Z k Lila Huber. Nancy Knowels. Shauna Evans. Mrs. Harrison. James Krummcl. Lola Hayes. John Glor, l.isa 58 French I Club L Rowland. I. Hawley, S. Dame, V Lawson. L Hunilcy, Swanigan. [). Ireland. B. Cully. A. Crump. J Buckles. Weit el. I). Gillham. J Ruter. N. Kennedy. C. hmeid. VI Roberts. S Hurst. D. Galbrcith. A Auer . R Robison. S. Imes. S. Fvans. L. Swenson. T. Pope, i, S. Cotter. E. Rodriquez. S. Fletcher. B iarrett. M Taylor. B. Gray. B Sherman. J. rcnch. C. Gillham. J Givens. M Hallimcicr. ss Phillips. T. White. B. Brown. L. Iham, M I owe. Shawn Clark. J Krum- Music Club S. Haymcs. J. Ritch. S. Whipple. K. Kasterday. T. F.aglc- burger. I) Kirkscy. D Ireland. T. Smith. M. Hickani, D Shockley. D. Miller. N. I amkey. J. Popejoy, L Smithcr man. T. Smith, A Kay. R. Weeks. B. Lawson. P. McGin- nis. T Bowman. J. Strickland. D. Nitnmo. J. Hillhouse, R Swanigan. L Dill, R Clark, L. Cibert. M. Davis. R. Williams. D. Villines. S. Doty. J Taylor. A Imes. C. Hobbs. S. Cibert. C Hobbs. B McClure, K. Dibben. L. McMillan. I). Jones. M. Owens. N. I .amkey. P Dampier, T. Garrett. Mixed Chorus S. Haymcs. J. Strickland. D. Kirkscy. J. Ritch. R. Smith. I). Roby. D. Shockley. D. Ireland, D Miller. J. Payne, S. McCalty. M I lickum. G. Swcancy. J. Popejoy. L. Cibert. J. Hillhouse. D. Niinmo. B L awson. R W illiams. T. Smith. R. Weeks. C. Schmeid. R. Swanigan. J Ritch. G. Swcancy. B White. S. Neighbors. L. Tuck. T. Smith. A. lines. T Bowman. P McGinnis. K Dibben. S Whipple. S. Cotter. L. Dill. B McClure. R Clark.Stcvc Weeks. C. Hobbs. T Workman, Sheri Cibert. C Hobbs. .1 Kay, D. Villincs. T Garrett 60 Speech Club Mr West. M Bramwcll. R. Robison.S Bradley. J Buck- les. M Robson. S Stanton, C Yates, G. Peters. J Ritter, Vt. l.cwy, I . Glor. J Kay. K Austin, C. Shepard. J. Ashworth. M Ptekney, B Fullerton, .1 Villincs, J. Hill. L. Smithernun. B Ruybal. J. Lambeth. I. Patterson, T. Patterson. D. Villincs. S. Bradley. K Davis, S Poyscr. J Branch. B. Stanton. 61 Football Pep Club H. Rodrigue?. J. K;ty, T Caswell. J. Millhouse. S. Ilaymcs. I. Barnhart. D. Nintmo, K I'asterday. C kw now ski. M. Bass. S. Bliss. L. Vest. S. Charlton, A. M a field. B French. S Whipple, S Imes. I Swen- son. (i. Kicth. B. John ton. D Cheek. T Pope. S. Simmons, VI. Phillips. T. Weil cl. T. Wood. D Webb. C Yates. R Swanigun. D. Ireland. 1 . Dill. C (iilham. W Rice. J Ritch, K Webster. J. Cook. M. Owens. M Pickney. L. Huntley. T White, k Ray. Miss Phillips. Concert 24 Concert 84 Concert 84 JUNIORS 0 $- $ Robert Aklin Steve Allen Russel Andrews James Ashworth Andy Atterbcrry Sexy And Connie Austin Kim Austin Laura Ballenger Karen Barnes Kyla Bates Susan Beall Shawn Berry Amy Blake Jon Bradley Jamie Branch Danny Brown Paul Brown Jim Buckles Mark Carver Darrin Chapman Ronna Clark Shawn Clark Richard Corbin Pictured at the left are several members of the Junior class who arc also members of the speech squad. Front row: Michel Rob- son, Julia Ritter, Kim Austin. Evonne Glor. Back row: Cindy Shepard, Karen Davis, Jamie Branch, Sheri Stanton, and Gina Peters. The “Scout stated that probably the biggest triumph in the speech squads history was made this year when they brought home the First Place Sweepstakes trophy from St. Louis. Two Juniors also achieved the Double Ruby award. Seventeen Susan Cotter Dee Cox Arlin Crump Blake Cully Roger Cummings Sheila Dame Paula Dampier Karen Davis Misty Davis Ruth Davison Sunny Day Kim Dibben Cynthia Dickey Vickie Dill Shirley Dryer Barbara Dugan Shauna Evans Kristy Fitzwater Kim Ford Beth Fullerton Dean Galbraith Melissa Gann Anastacio Garay Scott Gargus Mr. Wood was one of seven sponsors for the Junior Class. Mr. Wood is seen here work- ing with magazine sales. He put a great deal of his time and effort into the organiza- tion of the sales. Other class sponsors were Mr. Condren, Miss Mallard, Mr. Bennett, Mrs. Atkinson, Mr. Elhard, and Mr. Hen- derson. Kylette Gilham Evonne Glor Timmy Gray Kimberly Guthrie Regina Hager Mike Hallemeier Kelly Haug Laura Hawley Deanna Henderson Penny Hill Roxanne Hurd Patty Hutton Susan Imes Chris Johnson Darrin Jones Diana Jones Mike Justice Alecia Kay Nancy Kennedy was crowned Barnwarm- ing Queen Saturday, October 29. Wayne Vest was her escort. Roxanne Hurd escorted by Jim Buckles were Junior class candidates at the annual Country Days festivities. 66 Valerie Lawson Barbara Layland Mari Lynn Lewy Greg Li I ley Christine Manning Bryan Matthews Steve McCatty Becky McClure Vonzel McDaniel Angie McDonald Todd McGregor Lisa McMillan This picture represents several items in which some members of the Junior class consider as a necessity. For ex- ample, the English Literature book. This dingy green object which always seems to follow you home and to each and every class for reading, studying for quizes or unit tests. By now, most Juniors have their drivers license, but for those who do not, it's still a goal to reach for. Most Juniors have an array of dif- ferent buttons of all colors, shapes, sizes and messages. Some of which are easier to comprehend than others. One of the most important events in someone's Junior year is the receiving of their class ring, that you can get in most any style you want. For those of you who didn’t pay your class dues they were $2.50 for your Junior year. In addition, you had to sell at least three magazine subscriptions for you to be able to go to Prom. Some teachers also made new rules about NO FOOD in class, because of the various sales of snacks and candy from different organizations. Nancy Kennedy Susie King David Kirksey Nancy Knowles Daniel Krattley Teresa Larkin 67 Steve Patten Lisa Patterson Jeff Payne Gina Peters Erin Phillips Meri Phillips Dawn Pierce Sandra Pierce Rhonda Polston Rachel Popejoy Sylvia Rachi Brenda Randall Curt Rankin Tina Rhodelander Angela Rice Scott Rice Doug Richardson Julia Ritter Melinda Roberts Michel Robson David Roby James Rowland Lisa Rowland Steven Ruch JUNIOR SURVEY All-Junior Survey? What’s that?? You may have heard this question over and over again during the week of February 20- 24. Well, it was just a way to figure out some of the “favorites” of the Junior class. In the category of radio it was obvious that the number one radio station was KWTO Rock 99 with 72% of the votes. KY- 102 and KTTS came in with about 8% each. Others such as KBFL, K-SHE, and WLS had less than 2%. When asked who was the favorite group or singer, most juniors had no favorite. Quiet Riot won first place. ZZ Top and Air Supply tied for second place. Most. 42% of the junior class, listen to the radio at night. Also most listen to the radio at high volume. Some people said it would just depend on what song was playing. Some said they would listen to the radio at high volume when they were de- pressed or just angry. Over half of the junior class listened to the radio while doing their homework. A lot said that listening to the radio while doing homework made them work faster and relaxed them. Other reasons for listening to the radio are because they liked music, and music kept them going. There are a lot of favorite songs in the junior class. “I Want A New Drug” came in on top. “Footloose” and Come On Feel The Noise were runners up. The questions under “After Graduation” were a little difficult for some people. There are 44% of the juniors who plan on going to college at this time. Most juniors who said they were going to college were going to major in nursing, bus. administration, cosmetology, computer science, agriculture, and journalism. 68 Lisa Sample Becky Schwarts Ginger Sharp Cindy Shepard Dawn Smith Pam Smith Tina Smith Sheri Stanton Billy Stepp Glenda Swcaney Melissa Sweaney Angela Taber Marty Taylor Becky Tcwell Wayne Vest Jodi Villines Jeff Whitney Dean Wilkerson Some classes which were taken for preparation for college were business classes, drafting, speech, health occupations, math, vo-ag, English and annual staff. Eighty percent of those surveyed said they had no plans of getting married anytime soon after graduation. Over half arc going to have a steady job and be out of college before marriage. My favorite group: My favorite radio station: My favorite song: Year's favorite teacher: My boyfriend or girlfriend was: Cost of class ring: Cost of a yearbook: Cost of a concert ticket: What a 16 oz. bottle of pop cost Cost of a movie: 69 YJ Lppcr l Ka meeting. te.Gilham showing her Bison Pride. ide. iiqkw: luniors: iors after class Not pictured: Stac Bowman. Norman Davis. Joel Duvjgon, Lisa King, Tracy Holdway, Pat Isbell. Kevin Smith. Marvin Lowe, Beatrice bal, Danny Seay. Angie isa rope twirler. Junior class officers. Tina Smith. James Ashwo Gina Peters. V ri Stanton, and ’ictured at left is Robson along wj members of team. At the right is Angie Taber 01 the Buffalo Gals. Concert 84 Vonecrt 84 Concert 84 ACTIVITIES COUNTRY DAYS The PTA sponsored its third annu- al Country Days on an extremely hot Saturday, September 10. In spite of the temperature, the crowd started to gather about three in the afternoon to join in the fun and to visit with friends. Each class set up booths and spon- sored members of its class for royalty candidates. Points were offered to classes who participated in the festivi- ties. These points determined which candidates would be crowned king and queen. The earning of points took much preparation. A week before ac- tivities began, students baked cakes and sold raffle tickets for their classes in hopes of earning the most points. At 4 o’clock the class competition began. Students from the four high school classes vied for the 10,000 points that were to be given to the winning team’s class. The rivalry was fierce. The freshman class had the largest turnout, and because of this, was able to obtain all 10,000 points. Before the coronation began, Cur- tis Watkins and his band entertained the classmates, friends, and family of the candidates with country music. Everyone anxiously waited to see who would be crowned in the various divi- sions. The air was charged with ex- citement as the candidates took their place in front of the stage that had been decorated by Mr. Glor and his students. The theme was “Chantilly Lace.’’ In the kindergarten through third grade division, the winners were Pat- ty Sharp and Rick Dryer from the first grade. In the 4th through 6th grade division, the winners were An- gela Hamilton and Scott Sullivan from the sixth grade. The junior high winners were Am- ber Neil and David Haymes of the eighth grade, and Stephanie Charlton and Curtis Henderson of the fresh- man class were the high school win- above: French Club members Caprice Schmeid and Susan Cotter sell Christie Fry a carmel apple, below: Meri Phillips found the competitions were not all fun and games when her partner threw an egg a little too hard during the egg toss, right: Many of the cakes that had been donated were used as prizes in the cake walk, below, right: Julie Kay throws a wet sponge at Gina Peters. ners. This fun, however, was more than games, cakes, and coronation kings and queens. Long after the last cake had been sold and the remaining boothcs taken apart, the benefits of the Country Days festival lived on. The festival grossed approximately $6,700.00. Even as the coronation was being planned, the PTA dis- cussed ways in which the money could be most wisely spent upon the school. All money was used to benefit the school. 73 LONG LANE CARNIVAL Gay Keith was overwhelmed with excitement as she entered a room full of games. Wade Rambo express boredom after he spent his last dime. It was Saturday, November 5, the even- ing upon which the Long Lane Carnival was held. The Long Lane Carnival is con- sidered by many to be the biggest single event of the school year. There was quite an assortment of games and activities to keep just about anyone busy. Such activities in- cluded, cake walk, bingo, ring toss, basket- ball shoot, and many other events. The Long Lane Carnival, which is sponsored by the PTA. collected almost $3,000. This money was divided and spent on such things as. class trips, games for the kids, and money for the teachers to spend on what they felt their class needed. The 1983-84 royalty are pictured to the right and are as follows (from left to right): 2nd grade: Steven Polston and Jamie Zeolia, 4th grade: Chris Sturdevant and Karla Huntley, 6th grade: Tommy Huntley and Rhonda Caselman, escort: Brandon Bone, King and Queen: John Pettyjohn and Kimberly Jones, flower girls: Chrissy Smith, 5th grade: Kenneth Orr and Cindy Bornman, 3rd grade: Jeremy Evans and Millissa Tambor- ino. kindergarten: Jeremy Anthony and Tylene Sandovat. Long Lane Royalty 75 “Delirious in '83 was the theme of the 1983-84 Football Festival. It started off on Oct. 14, the beginning of a crazy week. Each day was a new experience; there was clone day, hat, tic, t-shirt day, and spirit day. The football team nominated four seniors for queen: Damara Gilham, Ramona Swanigan, Laura Hicks, and Leslie Wolfe. Football players appointed three underclassmen as attendants: Beth Fullerton (junior). Dawn Keith (sophomore), and Lisa Vest (fresh- man). The student body voted during their lunch hours, and Friday night the results were announced. Leslie Wolfe, commonly known as “Wol- fie' , was elected queen. Following the coronation the Bisons took to the field against the Willard Tigers. The boys played a tough second half but lost 14-28. Saturday night, the dance was held in the field house from 8:00 to 11:00. Above left: Queen Leslie Wolfe and escort Mike Nelson Above right: Tina White. Kerri Ray. Caprice Schntied. and Susan Cotter expressed their school spirit on clone day Below: Football Festival Court: Dawn Keith. Darren Crisman. Laura Hicks. Greg Wommack. Ramona Swanigan. Gary Matney. Damera Gilham. David Andrews. Leslie Wolfe. Mike Nelson, Kai Mills. Artie Tucker. Tony Jones. Beth Fullerton. Herb Maddux. Lisa Vest and Kevin Kirk. 76 BARNWARMING Wayne Vest crowned Nancy Kennedy, Barnwarming Sweet- heart. Nancy Kennedy, BUS junior, was crowned 1983-84 Barnwarming Sweet- heart by her escort Wayne West, at the annual Barnwarming dinner and dance. Barnwarming is a traditional event, given by the Future Farmers of America, for the Future Homemakers of America. This year’s Barnwarming was held on October 29. The decorations were noted by many as exceptional, and the meal was especially extraordinary. The other sweetheart candidates and their escorts were as follows: Fresh- man Denise Cheek escorted by Devin Green, Sophomore Cindy Staples by Brent Sharp, and Senior Judy Johnson by Herb Maddux. After Coronation, all the candidates and their escorts led the first dance, then the rest joined in later. The music was provided by KBFLand the pork for the meal by John Jones. The adults who attended were Mr. and Mrs. Keith Kendall, Mr. and Mrs. Warren Kennedy, Mr. and Mrs. Frankie Phillips, Dr. and Mrs. Jack Howard, Mr. and Mrs. Rex Sharp, Mrs. Arthur Johnson and the FFA chapter advisor, Mr. John Anderson. Although there was a much smaller crowd than usual for this annual event, it was enjoyed by the few who attended it. 77 The BUS squad returned from an O ark meet “all smiles , after capturing many honors. Gayla Swcancy. Julie Kay, and Sheri Bradley posed for their peers while waiting for the speech bus in front of the school. The pinnacle of the season was a tremendous first place in sweepstakes at the St I ouis meet, w here BHS's squad arose victorious over some very difficult competition. Julia Ritter. Evonne (dor. Cindy Sheppherd. Sheri Stanton, and 2nd semester coach. Kelli Hopkins, load-up to depart for state meets. District meets were held .u SMSU M l 's meet, held at S 1Sl , kept the “seductive three” stalking the halls and preying upon listed results. 79 tbuAtnuu | The annual Miss Merry Christmas election was held during school in De- cember. During class meetings each class nominated a girl to represent the class in the election. The elections were held during the lunch hours in the principal's office. Deanna Hen- derson was chosen as Miss Merry Christmas, by the student body. Miss Merry along with the other three can- didates presided over the Christmas parade, which took place the after- noon of Dec. 17, 1983. Local as well as school organizations were repre- sented in the parade. Miss Merry Christmas also presided over the an- nual Christmas dance. Becky Tewell and Doug Richardson crossed over the bridge to the dance. The Miss Merry Christmas candidates were Barbara Blake — Senior. Stacy Simmons — Freshman. Tracy , Alff — Sophomore, and Miss Merry Christmas. Deanna Henderson — Junior. On December 17, 1983, Mr. Lee Price portrayed Santa Claus at the Christmas dance. 80 Amy Kennedy and Trenda Carnahan. Ricky Crump and John Schwartz, try to get things moving on the dance floor. Dances usually had a high percentage of junior high students in attendance. Left: Jamie Branch and Tim Trotter compete for floor space. Above: David Ireland and Kyla Bates approach the dance floor. Students began to boogie” in a memorable way, dance of the year only a few days after classes beg. their Back to School Dance “in the dark”, literall storm weather pr. ailed, and for a brief time. due to power failure. f foundHjPCnef (no n ing. f IIA's Eye of i crow d S were coi.fi ncd l fmal7arTO$tud attended attT The more lomiall Dance, Christmas ! not uncommon to sd i tion that came. 9 All dances wereJ cd w ith dancing shd land KBFL provido vay to start the cj fhow long it seemed), gcr danire. which follt -L pr chase(T heir til first fou atten |Uv ath '� ti ‘w er ince drew reels, although mod- dances were froPhcp uuents i infor- hc 40K'c. Usually held during .and Basketb; ltie$, dnjfses. an! ic year in pCrF footballJclii B Homccouuflg Dance. At these, it w flowers d tted among student popula- jhousc, th nt damage I Lfor BHS'd ts were well acquaint- urjace. Rock 99 KTTs Hwm ykwb The F.H.A.’s annual Heart Throb was held Feb. 18, 84. The theme was “Sharp Dressed Man.” The Music was provided by KBFL. The candidates were Herb Maddux, senior, escorted by Te- resa Thompson; Steve Patten, ju- nior, escorted by Lisa Sample; Jay Brace, sophomore, escorted by Zella Dunlap; and Chris Ander- son, freshman, escorted by Missy Bramwell, Last year’s king, Greg Wommack, was escorted by Judy Johnson. Members decorated the elementary cafeteria with top hats and canes. Chairpersons in charge of decorations were Teresa Witz- man and Judy Johnson. 82 The 83-84 king. Herb Maddux and his escort Teresa Thompson. Above: Missy Bramwell; Chris Anderson. Lisa Sample; Steve Patten; Teresa Thompson; Herb Maddux; Judy Johnson; Greg Wommack; Zella Dunlap and Jay Brace. Below: Herb Maddux received a kiss from Teresa Thompson, senior. The king was given a hat in the F.F.A. colors. Which arc Blue and Gold. 'J$ukdt)dt Jutivd Beth French and her escort Mike Kent The 1983-84 Basektball Festi- val Queen was Leslie Dill. The crowning took place on Friday, February 10, 1984 in the Field- house. It was done between J.V. and Varsity games. There were four senior girls selected from the senior class which was to be voted on by the student body. The sen- iors chose four candidates. Barbara Blake, Leslie Dill, Beth French, and Regina Justice. The attendants were Sheri Stanton. Tami Caswell, and Joan Roos. During the week before crown- ing some students took part in spir- it week which consisted of the stu- dent body dressing up to support their boys for the game and their 1983-84 Basketball Festival Queen was Leslie Dill Leslie Dill and her escort David Kirkscy Regina Justice and her escort Kelly Peace Barbara Blake and her escort Brian Whipple Top left: Attendants — Tami Cas- well, Sheri Stanton, and Joan Roos. Bottom: Candidates — Re- gina Justice, Barbara Blake, Leslie Dill, and Beth French. il tag ;ir ia tl TP ‘ Nig lift Preparations for prom started when juniors were freshmen. They began raising money for the decorating, etc. Everything was ordered and finalized at least 2 weeks before April 13. The juniors began decorating at 2:00 on Thursday the 12th. The most difficult decora- tions to put up were the ceiling and the carou- sel. There were 6 different colors used. They covered the ceiling and walls. The decorating took approximately 6 hours. It was exciting to watch the bleak elementary cafeteria being transformed into a majestic atmosphere. They finished at 8:00 and everyone went home tired, but very excited about the next night. Friday finally got here but attendance in school was very low. Juniors and seniors were either decorating or picking up tuxedos or just skipping. Getting ready took at least 2 hours or more. The prom even prompted some girls to rent tuxedos and go against tradition. Most kids cither took their parent's cars, or some even rented one. They rode in style. The banquet was from 6:30 to 8:30. It began with the toast to the seniors by Gina Peters and receiving it was Herb Maddux. Mr. Floyd Wil- lis gave the invocation and the dinner followed. A salad, ham, baked potato, corn, crescent rolls, cake and either coffee, tea, or water were served as the meal. When everyone was fin- ished eating. Roxie Hurd and Beth Fullerton presented the seniors with some plaques. Ju- niors voted on seniors as the recipients of these traditional honors. To bring the banquet to an end. Dr. Jack Howard gave the benediction. As everyone left, the decorations began to disap- pear. Most were taking them to put in their scrapbooks or memory books. The dance was from 9:00 to 11:00. KRFG, a radio station from Greenfield, did the music. Stewarts Photography Studio, from Lebanon, took professional pictures. They were set up in the ficldhouse lobby. As the dance broke up. some stayed in their formals to go out again, others went home to change into a less formal attire. Parents seemed to be more lenient with curfews, so to most the night had just begun. 84 I Wade Blake, mosl polite. 2 — Barbara Blake, most talkative. 3 Mike Hickam, class clown. 4 Ramona Swanigan, most musical. 5 Dirk Lutrcll, most artistic. 6 Mike Nelson, most studious. 7 David Ireland and Regina Justice, best physiques. 8 Darin Crisman and Susie Hayes, biggest flirt. 9 Brian Whipple and Laura Hicks, most athletic. 10 Leslie Wolfe and Raymond Ragan (not pictured), most likely to succeed. Above left: Gina Peters toasts the seniors. Above right: Herb Maddux receives the toast. Below: As everyone finished eating the servers were picking up dishes. t II 85 Director Kelli Hopkins sets up the screen for the first rehearsal of “Up the Downstair- ease . Cast members: Jamie Branch. Ray Regen. Jim Buckcls. Evvonc Glor. I.isa Lane. Dcnicc Miller. Vonzel McDan- iel. Jonna Lambeth. Sandi Scrivncr. James Ashworth. Shawn Poyscr. Marilynn Lewey. Art Tucker. Jeff Payne. MAY 10. 11, 12 «CIAUTIN� . AT «OO PJ|. Up the Stai by liei IN PRO TV IVwiir tm. Cast members take time out before beginning rehearsal for the first time. Cast members in- cluded from right to left: Denise Miller. Sandi Schrivncr. Art Tucker, Marilynn Lewey. Evonne Glor. Beth Fullerton. Jamei Branch, Jim Buckcls. Jeff Payne. Joellc Millhouse, Beth Fullerton. Julia Ritter. Angie Mul- dcrink. Angie Peters.Tracey Pierce. Karen Reischcl. Billy Elliot, Cindy Shepard. Bca Ruybul. Make-up: Julie Kay. Gina Peters. Tech.: Mike Bass. Tim Gray. BI KFAIjO III4.II SOIOOI. (Hi) (.YM Dcnicc Miller sacks out after a long, frustrating rehearsal. Frustration is something that most of the BUS theatrical students have felt 97r4 of the time, due to poor facility conditions. But as in the case of the students and director, they did prevail and ended up with a great performance. a BAND CONTEST James Ashworth prepared to practice. District Band Contest was held at theSMSU campus. Hundreds of students chowcd up from all around Southwest Missouri to compete. The judging was hard and students practiced over and over in order to gel the perfect 1 . A “1 rating was the highest rating students could receive. When this has been accomplished, students can then go on to the State Contest. This year the band, as a whole, did not go to contest because of its small number of members. However, quartets did go to contest. The flute quartet brought home a “1 rating. The clarinet and sax quartets receives “2 's. Because the flute quartet received a I , they proceeded to the State Contest. Though pressure was on and competition high, they got a 2 , which was a good rating. The flute quartet: Tammy Eaglcburger. Laura Cibert. Cheryl Hobbs. Susie Imes. The sax quartet: Darrin Louis. Russ Weeks, Terry Green. Not pictured. James Ashworth. BUSINESS CONTEST On the morning of March 13th, fifteen BHS students boarded a mini bus to compete in the annual business contest. They had a lot of fun exploring the campus between competitions. Students competing were: Novice speed typing: Jocllc Millhouse. Ted Scott, Amy Blake, 2nd place team: Jocllc Hillhouse, 4th. Accounting II: Mike Nelson, 4th. Novice production typing: Jocllc, Ted, Amy. Amateur speed typing and production typing: Dawn Keith, Beth Fullerton. Open speed typing: April Wygant, Shari Cibert, Damara Gillham. Open production: April. Shari, Rusty Andrews. Accounting I: Tammy Eaglcburgcr. Rusty Andrews, Laura Haw- ley. Novice shorthand: Damara Gillham, Susie Imes. Amateur shorthand: Ronda Hendricks, Lola Hayes. This contest was a good experience for students planning a ca- reer in the business field. It also gave them an opportunity to meet people of their ow n age w ho shared the same interests and talents. Dawn Keith and Beth Fullerton practiced for the “big day. April Wygant looked forward to contest. Russ Andrews. Tammy Faglcburgcr, and Laura Hawley concentrated on their abilities in accounting. Susie Imes and Damara Gillham brushed-up on their shorthand. The year of eighty-three eighty-four saw many activities fill the vocal music and band calendars. One of these activities was Spring Music Contest. Students from both the vocal music and band departments had were Mixed Chorus. Glee Club, Chamber Choir. Mixed Double. (Glenda Sweaney, , Shari Cibcrt, Ramona Swanagan. Laura Cibcrt. Mike Hickam, Russ Weeks. David Kirksey. and Todd Smith). Three Girls ”v' ' Sextets: Sextet 1 Glenda Sweaney. Shari Cibert, Leslie Dill, Julie Kay, Alecia Kay, and Kyla Bates; Sextet 2 — Jocllc f W Ilii 1 house. Rhonda Hendricks. Ramona Swanagan. Tina Smith, Laura Cibcrt and Sure we're calm. says Julie Kay and Glenda Sweaney. Kyla Bales isn't convinced. Sandi Haymes; Sextet 3 — Linda Tuck. ________________________________________________________________________________ Gayla Sweaney. Zoe Ella Huber. Becky -------------------------------------------------------------------------------- McClure, Devona Nimmo, and Jodi Vil- lines. In addition to those groups, these people took solos to Districts: Glenda Sweaney. Shari Cibert. Tammy Eagleburger. Krissi Williams. Ramona Swanagan, Alecia Kay. Laura Cibert. Julie Kay. and Mike Hickam. The vocal students began practicing for District Festival in February, and each entry practiced once a week until April. A lot of lime and energy was put forth to bring each group or individual into top condition for Districts. Not only was time spent with Miss Powers, the students practiced on their own time to polish their music to perfection. On Friday, April 6, the large groups went to compete with other schools in Southwest Missouri. Tension filled the air and the vocal students plunged into competition. The large groups were judged in sight reading and prepared pieces. Fortunately. Glee Club brought home a “I” in large ensemble categories. _________________________________________________________________________ Saturday, April 7, was reserved for ------------------------------------------------------------------------- small ensembles and solos. Though tense specific music pieces to learn, and in most cases, memorize for District competition. The students who attended Districts and nervous. Buffalo entries made it to state in Mixed Double, one Girls Sextet, and two solos. The competition had just begun for them. Here Gala Sweaney, Linda Tuck, Devona Nimmo and Jodi Villincs arc practicing their music. 90 Glenda Sweaney is going over her music just before she goes to sing for the judges. The day had come ... State Music Festival, April 28. Those that qualified for State Competition arose early and caught the bus that would take them to Columbia. There, at Missouri University, they would participate with teenagers from all over Missouri for ”1” ratings. Those that participated in State Contest were the following: Alecia Kay, Shari Cibert, Julie Kay, Laura Cibert, Ramona Swanagan, Kyla Bates, Leslie Dill, Glenda Sweaney, David Kirksey. Mike Hickam, Russ Weeks, and Todd Smith. Glenda and Ramona took solos to State while the others were involved in either the Mixed Double or the Girls Sextet. They arrived at M.U. in high spirits ready to challenge anyone who came in their way of a 1 rating at State. Even with their enthusiasm, none of the entries from Buffalo received a “1 , but instead got “2”’s. But this didn't damper their souls, they made the best of the situation — despite disappointment over the ratings — and had a good time just being with each other. The tension has clearly affected Mike and Julie. _______________________________________ Stale Qualifiers (left to right): Row 1 Alecia Kay. Shari Cibert, Julie Kay: Row 2 — Laura Cibert. Ramona 91 It you looked in a dictionary, the word as- sembly is defined as. “a gathering together of people. In other words a concerted effort of people to come together in an organized ses- sion. The year started off with an assembly on the first day of school where teachers were introduced and Mr. Willis established policy. The slogan Bison Pride Cutch-lt was introduced as the theme for the 83-84 term in hopes of increasing school pride. Students were motivated to set their goals high and to not settle for academic mediocrity. The cheerleaders gave the student body most of the assemblies which involved both the class members and the faculty In addition to their efforts, our school district made arrangements for two lyceum assemblies. In February, a magic assembly performed by a paid entertain- er. amused students. The Central Methodist College Orchestra followed in March, while on tour. The student body was usually complimented by Mr. Willis for their attentive qualities and fine citizenship. Hf Concert 84 Concert 84 SOPHOMORES Concert 24 One of the most important part of one’s sophomore year is friendship. True friendship is a special and rare thing. True friendship is when you can share a deep, dark secret with a person and depend on them never to tell anyone. A true friend is a person you go to when you have problems that you just can’t talk to anyone else about. They accept you as you are, you laugh, cry and talk for hours with them. To have a good friend you must be a good friend. A good friend can be your sister, mother, father, brother, girlfriend or boyfriend. To share things with another, as best friends do, is definitely a special unique thing. Tracy Alff Lara Barnhart Traci Bear) Ricky Bennett David Blair Kristina Blankenship Travis Bowers Terry Bradley Carl Brown Patrick Bryant Gina Bybee Rickie Cannon Randy Case Tami Caswell Laura Cibcrt Kim Ciampitt Victor Clark David Clemmons Tammy Cline Paul Cockriel John Crowder Randy Davidson Deanna Davis Mary Davis Tim Davison Dennis Dibben Jim Dorman Lanisa Doty Danny Drinkall Zella Dunlap 94 Billy Eliott Marjorie Eisman Bradley Evans Kim Fancier Tony Farcus Kent Ferricar Kim Fitzwatcr Christina Frey Tina Giesc Paulette Grigg Janet Haines Ronald Hallemcir Dale Hamilton Mike Hancock Mark Hawley Sandra Haymcs Kevin Heard Brandon Hill 95 Back, Todd Smith. Front, left to right. Lara Barnhart. Joclle Hillhouse. Janet Hill. LONG Jeremy Anthony Melissa Barnhart Wendy Becker Dyna Black k i n «I e r r 1 e n Brandon Bone Jason Chapman Lois Cline Daniel Haines Kurt Jones John Mathews Zanc Mathews Tabetha Mcrtcll Tylcnc Sandoval Curtis Scurlock Chrissy Smith Heidi Smith Brian Stuckey Amy Sturdevant Ricardo Valenti Kirby Vest Randy Young Sara Young first Jennifer Gargus Margaret Huber Kimberly Jones Dara Keith Deidra Mathews Jeremy Owen John Pettyjohn Jamie Richardson Tracy Scurlock Steven Smith Tracy Taylor Jeremiah Zeolia 169 ‘4 011(1 Steven Alford Josh Anthony Becky Batt Ryan Becker Rachel Bliss Kevin Chapman Lori Dibbcn Brandi Heather Clavin Hicks Michael Huber Brad Johns Jason Jones Willie LaShell Danielle Mattson Angie McCullough Mandi Pierce Steven Polston Tracy Sikes Karen Smith Randy Snow Shannon Tambarrino Francy Valenti Dcronda Wimberly Matthew Wise Jamie Zeolia third Rachael McCatty Shannon Mertell Justin Powell Kerri Scurlock Debra Sons Millissa Tambarrino Eric Webb Angela Wimberly Patty Young Scott Young Tamara Young Chris Zakharoff Trish Angclcy Bridget Becker Patricia Dugan Dec Dee Garay Angela Gargas Karla Huntley John Imes Mitch James forth Denee Keith Mike Kinch Bridget Mulholland Toni Pawlikowski Steven Ross Aaron Scurlock Chris Scurlock Chris Studevent Niki Taylor Amanda Wingert Rebecca Zeolia Cindy Bornman Kathy Bravi Mitch Brockman Brian Buttry Brian Evans Michelle Hancock Margie Hicks Rodger Funk | mui Michelle Jones Terry Knab Jolcnc Mathews Angie Oas Kenneth Orr Jeff Owen Gary Pickney Meribah Randalman Susan Sherman Jeffrey Strickland Kenneth Strickland 171 sivth Billy Joe Burtin Mark Buttry Rhonda Caselman Deanna Check Chris Dye Brett Elia Chris Fancier David Gardner Preston Powell Jeff Richardson Jeff Smith Darren Sons Kevin Tamborrino Joe Young Jessie Huntley Tommy Huntley Desiree Mason Wesley Osborn Stacey Pierce A special vocal performing group sang at the Long Lane Carnival. Mrs. Barbara Randall Principal 6 grade teacher Mrs. Mabel Stevens Secretary Aide Sue Dampier Custodian Above left are the bus driv- ers; they are from left to right: Roy Williams. Howard Cline. Glenda Duggan. O.V. Anthony, Betty Vest. Geamon Vest, and Gary Howard. Above arc the Long Lane cooks, left to right: Anna Cheek. Lorca Evans. Pictured at left: Long Lane band, directed by Donna Ashworth. Elemental Teachers Mary Nell Andrews Grade 1 Donna Ashworth Long Lane Music Julia Bench Grade 4 Virginia Bolin Grade 5 Long Lane Linda Brown Grade 4 Long Lane f Frances Chandler Early Childhood Education Lucille Chapman Grade I Mary Ellen Chapman Grade 6 Barbara Clark Remedial Math 173 Patsy Nancy Ewing Beth Garrett Eva Marie Linda Grant Fredda Heady Rebecca Horn Phoebe Durrington Remedial Grade 1 Glor Grade 5 Buffalo Grade 4 Hutton Elementary Math Elementary Elementary Grade 4 Aide Guidance Music Teresa Huffman Kindergarten Evelyn Hurst Debra Jenkins Grade 1 Grade 3 Long Lane Barbara Kirkscy Grade 2 Karen Kjar Grade 3 Long Lane Donna LaCrue Librarian Alice Long Kindergarten LaWanka Mallard Physical Ed Frances Martin Grade 2 Marilyn McCowan Elementary Aide Faye McHenry Grade 2 4 fe Patsy Meadors Grade 4 Viola Miller Kindergarten Sharyl Mills Grade 2 John Mullen Bchavorial Disorders Pam Naylor Grade 6 Billie Ncigel Elementary Aide Willa Polly Grade 5 Helen Roberts Grade 6 Loni Scott Grade 2 Treasure Gloria Ann Spurrier Marjorie Smith Smitherman Grade 1 Stanley An Remedial Remedial Reading Math Reading Sheila Wilson Sandra Woods Barbara Yates Grade 3 Learning Grade 3 Disabilities Verna Rebecca Strickland Taylor Remedial Grade 5 Reading Dena Jo Laurie Wilcox Weaver Grade 5 Grade 3 174 � H 3 I'Concert 84 1'Concert 84 u s Concert 84 ADVERTISING 176 p or BUFFALO INC. {ALuZZ SS IPREFERREO CAHEl MIDICAID AFMOVID ' Ctn Alto A «• ••• � � (n ix • T©0« CMOtCI 0 Milieu • ■llil'IMO DIITITUR • riaiO UMII • cowntn nuumo cam o« - aom omuaiivi • invaudi • con« uki 'i- • HIW11 UlM . 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COSNTPtf ArACc DjRINGj 'he l OO'S.A GREAT IN ANlTr FELL ON ThE JNITED STATES With THE SLOGAN GO WEST YOUNG MAN LATER , A TERRiBlE Civil war ROCKED THE LAND AS FAMILIES WERE DIVIDED AND BROTHER Fought EROthER .. COLONEL SANDERS, SOME HUNGRY SolDiEBS JUST CAME TO OUR DOOR I6A1N K GET SOME WORE CHICKENS, AM09 ITS GONNA BE A LONG WAR ABOUT 50 YEARS LATER t THE 1ST vnGRlD war CONSUMED Europe and turned t into a Battlefield.... AFTER YORLO WAR X HAD TAKEN ITS TOL. ANOTHER WAR. BECsAN WiTH The RISE OF ADOLP HITLER.... during the early years of the WAR, the united STATES REMAINED neutral But au OF That changed WITH THE INVASION Of PEARL HARBOR BY THE JAPANESE . when are you Guys GONNA PAY us BACK for all that scrap IRON YOU BOUGHT FROM US ??? A COUPLE OF YEARS later, The allies marched into GERMANY'S capital, BERLIN, ENDING THE WAR IN EUROPE.... A SrtCRT TIME LATER ,Tl E I WAR IN HE PAC F C ENDED also.... AFTER the dust had Finally Cleared in GERMANY, IT WAS TIME FOR EVERYONE TOGO BACK TC WHATEVER THEY WERE DOING BEFORE THE WAR But the Russians decided to stay and MAkE £ASt BEPlin ALL ThEiRS I'm not going oyer there and ASK them to LEAVE , UNTIL I HERE The Big ONE ]y--------1 SPEAK WITH THE R SE in tech- nology , COUNTRIES STARTED looking at space AS A NEW FRONTIER o ■Sr o ___ r GUlT KIDDING around too guys. Turn ThE OV(G£n On STARTING a couple of decades [ AFTER WORLD WAR II ANOY HER INSANITY FELL ON THE UNITED STATES- Y£AH Man ) AND SOME PEOPLE BEGAN PROTESTING AGAINST ANY- THING and Everything which Brings us to today . $cy.. its A GOOD THING WE'VE GOT IT ALL TOGETHER NOW ... LUTlRELL THE TAIL END We, the members of the 1983-84 Bison Annual staff, would like to express our sincere thanks, to those who have helped us in the preparation of this book. We offer our thanks to the board, administration, faculty, personnel, as well as the people and students of Dallas County. Although the staff doesn't dedicate its book to anyone, this year we would like to make a special exception. We are especially proud to dedicate this book to Mr. Keith Kendall. We hope as Mr. Kendall reads this he will forgive us. When he asked that no special recognition be given to him, as he retired. But we, and all the staffs before us, love and appreciate all the hard work and kindness we have received from him, and we are sure to miss him as we begin work on the next annual. We wish Mr. Kendall the best as he enters his retirement and hope he will realize how much we love and miss him. We hope you have enjoyed this year's annual, and that for the seniors, this book will become part of their memories of their senior year and a reminder of their friends, teachers and important events of their lives. We present this as a project of concerted efforts between all those who have helped make this book possible. Connie Austin Kristy Fitzwater Barbara Lay land Lola Hayes Sherry Jasper Bennett Tina White Regina Justice Roxie Hurd Julia Ritter Jim Buckles 1983 84 Staff Members Mrs. Cole — Advisor Mike Hickam — 1st sent. Caprice Schmeid — 1st sem. Nancy Kennedy Alicia Kay Teresa Witzman Theresa Wood — 1st sem. Lisa Patterson — 1st sem. Chris Yates Gina Peters Romona Swanigan Concert (kon sert): Musical en- tertainment CONCERT Concert (kon surt): To contrive, devise or arrange in cooperation; Harmonious planning