Dallas High School - Dragon Yearbook (Dallas, OR)

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HIGH CHRISTIAN ACTIVITIES CURTAILED In-school religious activities were not as obvious at DHS compared to past years. Among traditional functions held was the Hi-C banquet, which featured Max Bennett, gospel speaker-singer. The banquet took place March 8 at the Red Barn restaurant. Hi-C functioned as a means of expanding fellowship among Christian kids and to develop religious awareness. Money they raised from projects, including a baked food sale and work in the concessions, was used to underwrite part of the banquet costs. The meetings were open to anyone who wished to attend and consisted of songs and short devotional activities. More than fifteen of these meetings were held with much variation in attendance noted. The advisor for the club was Stan Church. Melodee Davis opens the beginning of the graduation ceremonies, with an invocation which included a plea that it not rain. In the final moments of Commencement, Steve Aebi offers a humble prayer of thanksgiving for the blessings he and his fellow-classmates share. 20 Hi Christian

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I ♦ Volleyball calls for concentration when it involves competing with sixth graders as shown by counsellor, Bill Cook. OUTDOOR ED A SMALL VACATION? The lure of escaping school for three days to enjoy Indian summer weather and sharing company with frogs, snakes, poison oak and “darling sixth graders” appealed to the many high school students who participated in the outdoor education program. Before leaving for Camp Kilowan, the prospective counsellors underwent considerable training for their roles as big brothers and sisters” and learned of such things as proper attire, the varied activity programs and the individual responsibilities expected of them. When it finally came time for each group to leave for outdoor school most counsellors felt reasonably prepared. High points of each person’s experience had to include the close daily contact with youngsters in a natural setting, the voluntary early-morning “tweeter hikes,” the treasure hunts for goodies and the opportunity to work informally with elementary teachers who were old friends. Mike Gatlin demonstrates to Lyle students at Outdoor Ed. how boring a tree is done while Kim Schmidt brings up the rear. Outdoor Education 19

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The Dragonaires are a swing choir. Members include: Rinda Montgomery, Jerry Mark Hoffman, Scott Zeigler, Steve Aebi, Bob Lefever and Loren Russell. Back Gibson, Cindy Milldrum, Ruth McCaw, Vickie Elwood, Kim Duncan and Tam- Row: Patty Cotter, Julie Rosenbalm, Leza Child and David Bier. Not pictured is my Wagner. Second Row: Lori Teachout, Lyle McCaw, Tom Smith, Bob Ross, Ron Hiebenthal. Bob Lefever and David Bier sing a duet during a fund raising activity for the Reno trip which the group took in the spring. DRAGONAIRES RENO TOUR ENJOYED Dragonaires had many fund raising activities held in order to take a long-awaited trip to Reno, Nevada. While there, they participated in an international swing choir contest. The singers placed second in the finals, defeated only by Kingsburg, California. Other activities included singing in churches, concerts, a singathon and presentations to civic groups such as Women’s club. Through these performances, the Dragonaires were able to gather enough money from Dallas citizens to underwrite the trips’ cost. After the finals in Reno, Mrs. Rosenbalm had the pleasure of talking with Mr. Kirby Shaw who has arranged several jazz numbers, some which the Dragonaires had sung. When commenting on Dallas, Mr. Shaw stated, “How can you be so humble with the group, Nancy? I’ve never seen such a group before tonight that could generate such warmth and radiance from within. They are fantastic!” This comment was indicative of the general reaction to these talented kids by both school and community. Throughout the year, members brought musical pleasure to many fans. Dragonaires 21