George C Marshall High School - Columbian Yearbook (Falls Church, VA)

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Invited to a special Maranatha session, Godspell cast members Lucy Crim and Kim Rickctson attend for the first time. Various clubs were invited throughout the year. Mdrdttiilta - Freni wr I.fifth Hint . Marty Barter. Lynn MfKnight; 8 fi row: Brenda Ponvford. Kelly Stolzy, Barbara llra t»n. Call I’frry. Terru Conner. John HeaMon, Heidi ling. Chapman Taylor. Pam Coady. u Participants in a Marantha rap session react lifferently to the topic of discussion.

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Individual moves create challenges Every Tuesday after school, many of Marshall's top scholars were found in room 212 playing chess. The Chess Club mainly organized matches among themselves, but made plans to compete with clubs from other schools. Organizing interschool chess matches was difficult, but the club was willing to sacrifice their time and effort to bring county-wide competition about. Profit-raising activities included the selling of chess sets to Marshall students and faculty. Money raised by the club was saved to fund the planned interschool competitions. Sequel to last year's Bible club, the Maranatha Club took on a new name and a new image. The club's new name means Our Lord Come. Emphasis was placed on creating a group where Christian leaders could spread the Gospel. Meetings were held every Wednesday afternoon, and involved singing, discussing problems, and scripture study. The hour was de- voted to fellowship rather than just a Bible lecture. Frequent appearances by community members highlighted the meetings. Although Marantha had a slow start, extensive publicity attracted more students each week. Formal invitations were sent to various clubs inviting them to participate in the meetings. The Godspell cast was the first group to be recognized. Other clubs were asked to attend throughout the year, and response was good. A change in attitude as well as goals was reflected in the club's meetings. The club's main objective was to provide a place where students could get together in Christian fellowship. No requirements were set for membership; anyone who wanted to participate was welcome. Maranatha met the needs of student's problems. Maranatha president, Marty Baxter, moderates a club discussion as Brenda Ponsford listens. Group involvement in conversation was urged. Cktts Club - Front rw. Doug McMahon. Wally Rambargar. joe Baraoli; Bool roar; Adam Lynn. David Leonard. Donald Whytoek. Deep in concentration, Joe Barsoti challenges Doug McMahon's strategy in an after-school chess match. 146 Chess — Marantha

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Hidden efforts assist others Diplomatically interested students joined the International Relations Association, which participated in the Model United Nations. When the club got together, they debatec about current world affairs. By selling candles and sponsoring bake sales, the group raised money for the North American Model UN. Welcome helpers for science teachers, the Lab Assistants showed theii interest in scientific fields. The) made up chemical solutions, scrubbed dishes, prepared labs, and filled bottles. The assistants helped supervise students in class whenever the) needed help. i First aid procedures and studen safety awareness were concerns o the Health and Safety Council. The club sponsored several blood drive and a safety dinner during the year They attended safety conventions ir Richmond and Washington. Filing cards, organizing books and helping students locate materia were the duties of the Libary Assistants. The assistants worked during school when they had free periods or else worked after school. Library Assistants - Front row: Andy Ritter Wes Johnson, Michael Spaulding, Stevi Barber; Second row: Douo Babcock, Pa Yamasaki, Meiko McKclvy, Richard Calore Bruce Babcock; Back row: Wally Rumbarger Bill Powers, Adam Lynn. 148 IRA — Lab Assistants — Health and Safety Council — Library Assistants