Gurdon High School - Gurdonian Yearbook (Gurdon, AR)

Text from Pages 1 - 152 of the 1982 volume:

OPENING ..2-9 STUDENTS CO CO 1 CD ACTIVITIES ..34-77 INDEX ..112-117 SUPPORTERS-. m CO o c j CLOSING ...136-143 4,. Volume 24, published by the Gurdonian Staff of Gurdon High School, Guidon, Arkansas 71743 Title Page 1 No Ordinary) Day In these opening pages the editors of the Gurdonian hope to show an ordinary day in the lives of the 300 students of Gurdon High School. What follows are just fragments of events of'82. Outside our niche— President Reagan’s Fed- eralism is being challanged — Columbia is launched for a third time, setting new records — Commercial air craft plunges into the Potomac — Winter storms prevailed — Gasoline prices take a downward plunge — 250th birthday of the founding father of our country. The tempo is set. Students explore new courses, experi- ence new challenges, and meet more situations. Each of these changing conditions open new beginnings. Before school finds the Hatley twins and classmates exchanging happenings of the weekend. Members of the chemistry class, Ben Williams and Blake Gills, check for hydrogen content. The skill of tying a tie is shown to Ricky Gill by Katie Hatley. 2 Opening The technique of opening locked cars with a coat hanger has been mastered by Mitch Nolan. The football players chose Tommy Stricklin and Charity Clark to participate in the coronation and pre-game activities during homecoming. Registration is anxiously awaited by Freshmen while upper classmen search for the easy way out. Opening 3 WHAT’S £NEW TODAY? Today is a time to become in- volved in activities at school, at home and in the community. The year '82 brought changes in trans- portation; the three wheeler gained popularity especially during the snow. Video games are the “rage of the time.” Once in a life time Gur- don made the papers and TV by being the overall State Basketball Champions. Computer courses placed our curriculum far above other surrounding schools. Ever changing styles are worn in order to be fashionable. These are a few of the things that are new today. Spring Fling activities introduce Mr. Joel Sullivan to the jail. New student. Tom Parker, helps with the pulling of the bucking barrel. Pac-Man is the most popular of the new video games. 4 Opening Three-wheelers are the newest fade for transportation in the snow. Primary School students say — “We are proud of you. to the overall State Champs. Program print-out from the new computers sometimes need to be checked for errors as this one is being checked by Debbie Whitley. To be in fashion, Clarissa Russey. wears “nickers — a popular style of pants. Opening 5 Day In • •• Day Out... In the course of the school year there are events that happen daily, weekly and each semester. These include assignments, tests, folders, and report cards. Other happenings at school are just for a day. — The Spanish Club prepares and serves a meal, school day pictures come once a year, as do visiting dancers from The Nutcrackers Suite. All these and more events are part of our daily routine. Test tasting the food is one of Doug Pauli's specialties in Spanish. Finding a spot for the director's stand is only one of the tasks for Mr. Sutton and Kenneth Jester. Pantomime is used to express actions by Diane Franklin, Ron Gray, and Jerry Smith in speech. 6 Opening The Tulsa Ballet presented portions ot the “Nutcracker Suite for an assembly. Pictured is a pep rally before a football game with Freshmen class members in competition for the spirit bell. This is Terry Bailey’s last school day picture to be taken at Gurdon High School. Opening 7 A moment In Time If we were to stop the clock for a moment in time, we would find people in different places, doing different things, with different expressions on their faces. School isn’t all work; there are times for playing and enjoying ourselves. Take for instance the plays, where people express a part of themselves that no one ever knew they had in them. The Spring Fling brings about new experi- ences for many of us. And there are always parties and cookouts for us to attend with friends and classmates that help us to form initiative. So don’t think school can’t be fun, because it is what you make it to be. During Jennielea Carmical Day. Gerald Hatley por- trayed the elephant man as the English class played charades. The NHS parties aren't always formal occasions as shown here by Jackie Smith and Joe Stiffler. The Booster Club honors the football players and cheerleaders with a hamburger supper. 8 Opening Dancing and singing are part of Jerry Smith s role as Dolly Parton in the Senior Play. Band steps require additional work for the cheerleaders after school. Organizing picture taking by Olan Mills was directed by Mrs. McGill with help from Diane Franklin and Jackie Smith. Riding the bucking barrel at Spring Fling was a challenge to Pam Fisher. Opening 9 Anticipating The Year !! 'I oday schools face a crisis. The expenditure on public education has risen each year. The prob- lems facing the administrative offices of the school are great, — federal cut backs, increase in utility rates, and the increase in all expendable goods used. Planning for quality education is the challenge of the board and the superintendent to- day. Board members assume dual roles; they are productive members of the business community and give of their time to serve on the decision making board. Vicki Reeves, Student COE worker Mrs. Gene Garland Mrs. Larry Gore, Secretary Superintendent. Bobby Smithson Mr. Eddie Holt, Board President Mr. Pete Rudolph, Board Secretary Mr. William Norman, Board member Mr. Joe Tom Striklin. Board member Mrs. Anita Cabe Board member School Board Officials Administration 11 A CLOSER LOOK Students come in closer contact with the adminstration through the princi- pal’s office; here curriculums are set. attendance records kept, and disci- pline is administered according to policies of the school board. During the year of 1982, three hundred and fifteen students were enrolled. Under the guidance of the principal’s office the program of the school year moves forward with the support of the facul- ty, office personnel, students and other employees. Principal. John Hardin Another influential speech was given by Mr. Hardin. These students are Mr. Hardin's “pride and joy because they had perfect attendence. 12 Administration 'School plays are important roles in the lives of students at GHS. Here the foundation is being established in work habits that will influence their lives. Techniques have changed as new innovations in com- munication are being used by teachers to capture student's attention. Job training became important as well as gaining knowledge in preparation for the world about them. So the school days of a person remain a part of them after they leave school because they learn things that help them in their future lives while they are here. 14 Division (Students) Choosing a prize for the Junior magazine sale is a tough decision for Gina Smithpeters. The Rotary Club Scholarship was presented to Tommy Rudolph by Mr. Hardin during the awards assembly. Experiments in chemistry class are a challenge for Todd Forthman. (Students) Division 15 - Tip Anderson Terry Bailey Billy Benson Annelle Billie Scot I Brady Lamar Brown Van Bunn Charles Bums Leigh Clark Jimmy Cooper Gary Dickerson Senior Class Officers are: Rhonda Plyler, Reporter; Sharon Penney. Secretary; Susan Thomas. Treasurer; Joe Stiffler. President; Billy Benson, Vice President and Susan McClure. Representative. Sponsors: Mrs. Anderson . Mrs. Wellsand Mr. Stevenson. 16 Seniors David Foshee Diana Franklin Milton Gibson Ricky Gill Leigh Anne Glover Ron Gray Mike Griffin Timothy Harvell Robin Harwell Katie Hatley Terri Hayes Jerome Henry What A Mark We Made The emphasis in planning for the three preceed- ing years has been graduation, for the future —job training. More often than not we remember the way we passed the hours in school with associates in class and outside. It may be working on a float, running for office, writing research papers, com- posing programs in computer science, print out of manuscript, a project for physics, or a field trip. All these and more make for a full and exciting year. Football manager, Mike Griffin, watches carefully from the sidelines. � Seniors 17 Ricky Henry Ken House David Hurst Phillip Jester Robert Jones Wayne Kuhn Paquitta Lyons Susan McClure Brenda McNeil Theresa Marks Kim Masimore Elaine Melugin THE FUTURE IS GLOWING BRIGHT Providing entertainment between acts at the Senior Play are Annette Bittle and Terri Hayes. 18 Seniors Robyn Neathery Mitch Nolan Lisa Ollison Connie Otwell Sharon Penney Rhonda Plyler Louise Prince David Quarles Vickie Reeves Tommy Rudolph Clarisa Russey James Rutherford Seniors 19 20 Lisa Schee Betty Schoonover Mary Selph Janet Sikes Ben Smith Jackie Smith Jerry Smith Larry Smith Robert Smith Joe Stiffler Claude Taylor Susan Thomas Alert Seniors listen as the assembly moves on. During an Art Club meeting, Diane Franklin was able to take a break from taking minutes. Seniors Teresa Thomas Leroy Vance Pam Walker Travis Wells Ronald Whisenhunt Debbie Whitley Denny Whitley John Williams Laura Williams Bernia Wilson Charla Woolf ■MMlMMnM LIFE IS HARD By the smile on Susan Thomas’ face the lunchtime conversation must be quite enjoyable. Seniors 21 Robert Alexander Niall Alley Anthony Anderson Carl Anderson Ella Mac Anderson Robert Anderson Chris Bearden Michael Benson Alfreddie Berry Henry Blevins Clara Bowie Glenn Brady Vonn Ceil Buckly Bryan Caldwell Jennielea Carmical Benita Charles Brad Clark Doug Clements Loma Conway James Dickerson Karla Dickerson Luke Easley Pam Fisher Todd Forthman Pat Franklin Jeff Garland Andy Gibson Pat Gibson Roy Gibson Gail Giles 22 Juniors Tammie Gill Blake Gills Roger Govan Thomas Gulley Dicdra Hamlin Jeanna Harper Brad Hatley Gerald Hatley Gerard Hatley George Hawthorne The combined efforts of Mr. Stiffler and Blake Gills completed the frame work of the float. TOO MUCH TO DO An assembly finds members of the Junior Class in their as- signed section. “Too much to do and too little time to do it” was certainly true for the juniors — money making activities including magazines and candy sales. The year 1982 proved to be important for members of the junior class. Kay McClelland was awarded All-District and All- State honors in basketball. In football Thomas Gulley made the All-District team. Brad Clark and Lee Quar- rels received honorable mention. Blake Gills repre- sented Gurdon in the regional band. The 12 juniors participating in the Close-Up pro- gram saw government at work while visiting in Washington D. C. The climax of the year came with the presentation of the play “May the Farce Be With You.” Next was the Junior-Senior banquet. The year closed as the juniors escorted the gradu- ates off the field. Juniors 23 Jeff Henry Stewart Henry Billy Joe Hughes Phyllis Jester Tony Johnson Mary Ann Jones Tommy Karr Timmy Lane Alex Leverette Kay McClelland David McClure Randy McCustin Laurie McDonald Rebecca McGuirt Dewey McMillan Robbie Norman Doug Pauli Greg Pope Rex Potter Cindy Pruitt Tammy Pruitt Timmy Purifoy Lee Quarles David Ross Kenneth Ross Chris Shaw Mary Ann Smith Gina Smithpeters Jimmie Sue Stiffler Greg Stroud 24 Juniors Tina Thomas Jesse Thompson Mark Trout Brandon Tucker Larry Washington Lisa Weatherford Ben Williams Dovetta Williams Sharon Williams Lonnie Wilson a or Making Things Happen The Junior float “Red Bugs Are Gone With The Wind captured Second Place. Junior Class Officers: Tammy Pruitt, Reporter; Jimmie Sue Stiffler, Repre- sentative; Diedra Hamlin, Secretary; Robbie Norman, Representative; Re- becca McGuirt, Treasurer; Gina Smith- peters, President; Rex Potter, Vice Pres- ident. Sponsors: Mrs. Newton, Mrs. Pentecost, Mrs. McKinnon, Mr. Stiffler, and Mr. Middleton. Juniors 25 Michael Alexander William Beals Sherry Beck Andy Bittle Lorraine Bowie Mark Bratlon Kevin Brown Maria Burks Angie Burris Winfred Burton Brooks Butler Tammy Carlisle Tim Clingan Charles Conway Chris Cooper Lynn Cooper Wayne Davenport Dena Davis Greg Dickens Kasuandra Dickens 26 Sophomores Tim Dickerson Brenda Easley Timmy Easley Hollee Fielder Mike Floyd Theresa Gardner Remona Gill Candy Golden Rickey Gray Aundra Green Ricky Green Gillie Griffin Angie Harmon Jeff Harper Charlie Henderson Greg Henry Kenneth Jester Tina Johnson Brenda Jones JLOOK TOW 4 7 TVS JOTIWT) Have you ever wondered how to classify a sophomore? Well, it’s quite simple. Almost everyone you see is carrying around these es- sentials: bugs, killjar, flowers, and seedpods. In the spring each morning, and any other free time they might have, you’ll find them naming flowers. In addition there are jars, minnow buckets or cups containing crayfish, grasshop- pers or frogs ready to sacrifice their lives for science. Another classification is a legal driver. No more waiting for a licensed adult every time you want to use the car. Membership in the Beta Club was coveted by the tenth graders. That is accomplished in the sophomore year. All these and more make the year 1982 outstanding. Mosses and fems collected by Greg Renfro are a mystery to the non-biology student, Mark Bratton. Sophomores 27 COMING RIGHT ALONG “Whip the Redbugs Be the Pride of the South represented the Sophomore Class in the homecoming parade. Terrie Joyner Conrad Kusturin Barbara Lockett Shawn McDougald Terry McNabb Tammy Malcom David Marks Earl Melugin James Miller Karen Mitchell Susan Mitchell Margie Ollison Kevin Perkins Ronnie Plyler Tony Pruitt Gary Purifoy Darron Qualls John Quarles Greg Renfro Pat Rudolph 28 Sophomores Class Officers: Front: President. Andy Bittle; Treasurer. Terri Smithson; Representative, Julie Standridge; Vice President. Brooks Butler; Reporter, Dennis Stewart; Representative, Mark Bratton. Sponsors: Mrs. Selph. Mr. Gore, and Mr. Parmley. Scotty Rutherford Johnnie Smith Lauri Smith Terri Smithson Julie Standridge Rhonda Stephens Dennis Stewart Carla Thomas Sarah Thomas Mary Thompson Bobby Walker Rosemary Walker Vickie Walker Leah Weatherford Carl Wells Tim Wells Shelby Whittington Jerry Wrinkle Sharon Young Sophomores 29 Kim Allen Deborah Anderson Yolanda Bowie Bonnie Bray Clay Britt Kelly Bumstead Brenda Burton Teresa Christopher Brian Clark Mario Clayton Ted Conway Talitha Cooks Kim Curry Karen Dickens Lisa Dickerson Patricia Dickerson Jeff Dillard Lisa Easley 30 Freshmen Patrice Edwards Tonya Ellis Christy Fleming Richie Frizzell Amy Giles Belinda Govan Terence Gulley Debbie Ham Andra Henry Woody Henry Renee House Patricia Hughes Steven Hughes Valarie Jester Cassandra Johnson Matthew Johnson Teresa Jones Sandy Karr COW?HS£T ? ? Being in the right room at the right time with the right teachers is right difficult when you are a freshman. There were many first encounters: folders, floats, de- tention hall, Romeo and Juliet, Algebra, handbooks, marching in the band, and open campus. As the year progressed, the firsts were pushed in the background and by the second semester a routine was established. Honor roll records showed the ability of this class by leading all the rest. Triumph shows on the face of Tommy Lynn Stiffler as she catches a water balloon at the Spring Fling. Freshmen 31 Joe Kirk Jon David Kuhn Michael Lane Alice Leverette Gretta Ligon Steve Long Marilyn McCauley Lester McClure David Me Donald Allen McGuirt Ricky McKinney Julian Marks Wade Matlock Amy Melugin Bret Neathery Adrienne Nelson Chris Nelson Sarah Overton siaewvs With a little assistance from Laurie Smith, Kim Allen might get finished before the bell. After trial and error. Amy Melugian finally completes reg- Video Cassette recording of the Columbia landing viewed by General Sci- istration. ence class. 32 Freshmen Steve Pennington Deretha Quinney Neena Riggs Terry Rogers Kaylynn Ross Michael Saunders Teresa Williams Richard Wilson Cheryl Woolf Shelly Selph Darren Simpson Teresa Smith Tommie Lynn Stiffler Rhonda Stone James Thomas Freddie Thompson John Toland Tracy Washington Mary Wells Scotty Wells Robbie West Freshman Class Officers: Sandy Karr, Secretary; Debbie Ham, Vice President; Marilyn McCauley, Ireasurer; Rhonda Stone, Representative; Brian Clark, Reporter; Bonnie Bray, Representative; Ad- rienne Nelson. President. Sponsors: Mrs. Thompson, Mr. Thrower and Mr. Knod. Freshmen 33 For Art’s Sake Two years of art makes it possible for those with ability to further pursue their interest. Many art forms and media, including water color, painting, drawing, pin and ink, calligraphy, pottery, macramae, and others have been studied. Students sent exhibits to the Arkan- sas Exhibit of Young Artists. Alex Leverette’s ink pointillism will be part of the state traveling exhibit for 1983. A landscape in charcoal by Stewart Henry won first place in regional and state competition sponsored by Arkansas Women’s Federation Clubs. Proudly displaying the finished product is the art class. It takes a steady hand to paint, as Kevin Brown soon found out. Detailed work is added to the garbage can by David Hurst. Mastering the time consuming art of Calligraphy is Randy McCustion. 34 Art Accepting the First place award from Mrs. Russell McClain of the Careful measurements helped to make Gary Dickerson’s Arkansas Federation of Women is Stewart Henry. perspective drawing a success. QUEST for PERFECTION A new year and a new director brought changes in the band program. Marching Band Contests, par- ticipating in district auditions, regional band and state band were part of the band program. Football season requires marching and traveling. Other ap- pearances were Clark County Fair and Christmas parades and the Homecoming parade. Concert sea- son followed with a concert presented at Christmas and in the spring. The band honored one of their members, Teresa Thomas by selecting her as the recipient of the John Philips Sousa Award. SENIOR HIGH BAND FLUTES: Mary Selph cfi. Carla Thomas H. Rhonda Stone 11. Sarah Thomas 11. Adrienne Nelson H. Kim Currey. OBOE: Diedra Hamlin §H°. BASSOON: Dovetta Williams $11. Bb CLARINET: Teresa Thomas t H§$. Laurie McDonald H. Maria Burks H. Sarah Overton H. Laurie Smith i Neena Riggs. Benita Charles H. Tammy Malcolm. Karen Dickens H. KaSundra Dickens H. Ada Jean Tate H. Karen Mitchell H. ALTO CLARINET: Paquitta Lyons tH. BASS CLARINET: Lynn Cooper CONTRA CLARINET: Annette Bittle tU. ALTO SAXOPHONE: Tim Wells 1 Valarie Jester H. TENOR SAXOPHONE: David Foshee tt Todd Forthman f§. BARITONE SAXOPHONE: Tim Clingan H. TRUMPET: Jeanna Harper 1i$. Kevin Perkins 11. Doretha Quinney 11. Mary Wells §H. Marilyn McCauley H. Tim Dicker- son. Amy Melugin U. FRENCH HORN: John Williams t. Shelly Selph H. TROMBONE: Blake Gills §H$. Rex Potter $. Chris Nelson BARITONE: Kenneth Jester 11. TUBA: Leroy Vance tU. Chris Cooper. PERCUSSION: Claude Taylor tH$. Carl Wells H. Terri Smithson 11. Chris Bearden H. Hollee Fielder H. John Toland . Earl Melugin H. Richard Wilson . Jeff Dillard. -section leader U-solo and ensemble •-District audition §-District Band t-Senior °-All State audition The French Horn is John Williams’ specialty. Loading the band bus was assigned to Blake Gills and Carl Wells for away football games. 36 Band Band 37 Graduation practice presented confussion as Mr. Sutton organized the band on the field. The John Philips Sousa Award, the highest honor available to a band student, was bestowed upon Teresa Thomas by her classmates. As the crowd applauded, the band took a proud bow. Trumpet player, Jeanna Harper, presented a solo at the halftime performance. To ERROR Is HUMAN The first essential learning experience in typing is to master the keyboard. Following this, speed and no error. No error becomes an important factor when each one counts off. Computer Science, a new course, was added with a grant from International Paper Co. These computers and printers were a challenge to stu- dents and teachers alike. A new use for process- ing with storing of programs and data became a common practice. After learning the keyboard Blake Gills finds speed comes with practice. Time writing follows warm up exercises for Tim Purifoy while Alex Leverette takes a break. Demonstrating, Debbie Whitley shows how to type in a program for Lyda Wright Club. 38 Business Computers Following instruction in the typing book, Lisa Weatherford prepares a form letter. Playing a game Tommy Rudolph looks for errors he has made in playing the game. A program is being loaded by Claude Taylor. The read out is being checked by Robin Harwell. Planning new programs is discussed by Mrs. Selph, Tommy Rudolph and Wayne Kuhn. Business Computers 39 POWER THAT’S REQUIRED To be able to use the English language cor- rectly is most essential. Four years of English is required in order to graduate. Each course builds on the foundation of the previous one, thus increasing knowledge in usage and tech- niques in writing. Literature broadens the scope of the reader. Each year selections from various periods of writing are studied and their influence will shine through. “Apple Polishing” on Teacher’s Appreciation Day by Denny Whitley and Joe Stiffler. Learning to communicate with hand and facial expressions was practiced in English III by Laurie McDonald. 40 English Receiving help from practice teacher, Joel Sullivan, were Lisa Weatherford and Dovetta Williams. Expressing an idea without the use of words is sometimes hard as discovered by Benita Charles. Checking English requirements at registration is a must. English 41 Svmsiwwz Potz Systems V - L The media center has something for everyone. During the year many classes use the center to view plays, news events and recorded programs. It is a source of reference work, books and periodical materials. The video-tape machine has increased the use of the li- brary facilities and proved to be an asset to the school. Exhibits of student work are found in the library. A half credit in library science is earned by the student library helpers. Student workers relate an amusing episode to Mrs. Breedlove. Video recording of the flight of the Columbia is being viewed by General Science. At the check-out desk, Mike Floyd keeps a daily record on books. 42 Media Center Registration slip for Alfreddie Berry is being checked by Mrs. Parmely. Organization of the periodical magazines was one of the tasks of Kim Masimore. Note taking by Freshman while viewing the weather on video tape. Magazine boxes are being labeled by Lisa Weatherford. Media Center 43 CLUED INTO THE CUBE Math classes offer an opportunity for students from fundamental math to an advanced course. The more difficult algebra and geometry are usu- ally taken by college-bound students. Today a high percentage of students own pocket cal- culators. In the 80's new revolutionary products will cause changes in our math programs. The student is still an important ingredient for the “computer is only as smart as the information fed into it.” Education in mathematics has an intrust- ing percentile. An award is given to Greg Henry by Mr. Middleton. Pythagorean theorem is easier to understand from a visual aid. 44 Math Algebra I students — Adrienne Nelson, Debbie Ham, Marilyn McCauley, Rhonda Stone, and Tammy Malcom — are recognized with a certificate from Mrs. Selph. An algebra problem is being explained by Karen Dickens. Math 45 7 WS SWAPS o? ywm Emphasis is placed on the physical well being of peo- ple. In classes students experience types of exercises, games, and sports that improve their physical fittness. Health habits acquired now, influence individuals for the rest of their lives. One of the sports taught in physical education is basketball. In the spring sports, Greg Pope holds a base in baseball. Aerobic dancing was taught for physical fitness. Limbering up exercises are conducted at the beginning of each class. It isn't as easy as it looks to touch the head to the knee. 46 P.E. Coming up to bat in a baseball game. Preparation for roll call before starting activities for the day. To build up endurance, running laps are required. P.E. 47 Against The Elements Science can be divided into the natural and physical sciences. These areas are inter-related. Experiments that show reactions are used as demonstrations. The chemistry class actually perform the experiments, then analyze the results. In the natural sciences collections of insects, flowers, tree leaves, and seed pods bring the outside world to the class room. In the modern world of scientific “know how against the elements has brought about nuclear power, sophisticated machines and new techniques in the medical field. Background in the sciences is important for every student for they are in daily contact with scientific developments. Tidious measuring of chemicals amuses Ben Williams and Jeff Garland. Studying the anatomy of a frog fascinates Hollee Fielder, Tim Clingan, and Kenneth Jester. Chemistry award is received by Debbie Whitley; it was the Lyman Masey Award. 48 Science Finding pictures for a chemistry poster is the job of Jackie Smith. Clean up of equipment is a necessity in Earth Science. Even with the aid of Mrs. Slayton, Julie Standridge, Brooks Butler, and Sarah Thomas find that disecting a crayfish is not an easy task. Science 49 HISTORY IN THE MAKING Social studies include: history, government, and world affairs. These are taught on the state and na- tional level. Through these studies students become aware of their heritage, the value of citizenship, and their responsibility to be governed. 50 Social Studies All freshmen are required to have Arkansas his- tory. United States history is one of the two required units in social studies. Maps are important in helping locate places and events as students study World War II and the European area. Updating facts about geographic areas in Arkan- sas history makes the subject more relevant. Social Studies 51 IT’S A SMALL WORLD Communication makes this a Small World. Speech and the many techniques used to influence audiences are some of the uses taught in this course. As the world becomes smaller there is a need to be bilingual. Since our nearest neighbors are Spanish speaking, the knowledge of Spanish is desirable. Classes use practical application as they have a Spanish fiesta, enter contests and make bulletin boards. These are some of the applications of what they have learned. Dressed for the fiesta, Seniorita Woolf helps in preparation. Proper use of bow and arrow is demonstrated in Speech class by James Rutherford. Students prepare a feast of Spanish dishes. 52 Spanish Someone has to do the clean up. This time the job fell to Ron Gray. The art of doing a commercial is shown by Mark Trout and John Williams. Pantomine went a step beyond as Diane Franklin and Jerry Smith got a pie in the face. Exploring the art of reading one of Dr. Seuss’ stories. Speech 53 MASTERING 4N ART Learning basic skills in a number of vocations makes it possible for students to see the value of repair- ing and in up keep of equipment. Since our world is confronted by mechanical devices, it is essential to have some “know how” in order to operate and repair these. Hunter education is a unit taught that is of value to our students who are poten- tial sportsmen of the state and need to know the ethics of hunting, safety, and wildlife conservation. 54 Vocational Basies from the unit on plumbing are being demonstrated by Agri students. PtliHjBIMC Learning to clean up after work is anothef principle learned by Johnny Smith and Ricky Frizzel. The ability of “gook to clean hands is proven. Vocational 55 EACH DAY A NEW CHALLENGE Each day and each year teachers face a new chal- lenge. Students must be motivated and be involved in order to grow. The “how to do” is an ever present problem for educators. It is sometimes difficult for students to see the value of assigned work and that each step is important. Teachers keep trying to find the “other way to help students achieve. Practice teacher, Kyle McKinzy assists Neal Sutton with the Spring concert. NOVA ANDERSON, Spanish, English II, Choir . . . DIANE ARRINGTON, Girls' Basket- ball. Physical Education . . . JOAN BREEDLOVE, Library . . . JAMES COX. Auto Mechan- ics. R. L. CUMMINGS. Agriculture, FFA Sponsor . . . LOUISE DAVIES, Business, Typing, FBLA. COE Devil Sheet Spon- sor . . . LARRY GORE, Boys' Basketball, Jr. Sr.. General Sci- ence, Physical Science . . . GLEN KNOD. Art I II, Art Club Sponsor. 56 Faculty BETTY MIDDLETON. Office Procedures, Typing I, Accounting . .. JOHN MIDDLETON. Math. Student Council Sponsor . . . FRANCIS McGILL, Coun- selor ... robbie McKin- non, Home Economics I, II III, FHA Sponsor. MARY ANN NEWTON. Eng- lish I. II, IV, NHSSponsor. . . BONNIE PARMLEY,Secretary . . . BROWNIE PARMLEY, Sr. Football, Geometry, Physics . . . SANDRA PENTECOST, Spe- cial Education. ANN SELPH, Algebra, I II, Advanced Math, Computer Sci- ence . . . BETTY SLAYTON, General Science, Biology, Chem- istry, Yearbook Cheerleader Sponsor . . . JAMES STEVEN- SON, Football, Arkansas His- tory, World History, Track . . . JIM STIFFLER, American His- tory. NEAL SUTTON, Band . . . LILA THOMPSON, English I, Earth Science, Beta Club Sponsor . .. FREDDIE THROWER, Football, Physical Education, Health . . . SHIRLEY WELLS, English III, Speech. Faculty cheerleaders fire up spirit in contest of Faculty vs. All-Stars. Faculty 57 Extra-curricular activities play an important role in the educational system. There are also learning experiences not found in the class room. Or- ganization brings about a unit of togetherness as students work on projects to help a cause, to raise money and promote school spirit. Cre- ativity and honor are some of the outgrowth of activities which are more important than just belonging. Keeping a watchful eye on the bullseye, Kim Allen prepares to be dunked. 58 Division Helping out during teacher appreciation day for the Beta Club, Rebecca McGuirt and Mark Trout do their good deed for the day. Carnations for Valentines requires help from Julie Standridge, Student Council Sopho- more Representative. The staff of the Fassbender home awaits to be interrogated by Clouseau (Joe Stiffler). Division 59 LISTEN TO STUDENTS The elected governing body of the students in high school consists of the officers and two student representatives from each class. This body acts as liaison between the administration and students. These officers are called upon to preside at assemblies, homecoming events, and other student activities. Selling of carna- tions for Valentine’s Day is a most successful money raising event. The final fun project of the year is, “Spring Fling,” an event that in- volves most students. In the fall, candidates give speeches. Gina Smithpeters livens her speech with a cute joke. Student Council members are responsible for the conces- sion stand during Spring Fling. Senior Girls vs. Student Council Girls in volleyball climaxed the Spring Fling. Serving is treasurer, Jackie Smith. 60 Student Council OFFICERS President Vice-President Scott Brady Secretary Pat Franklin Treasurer .... Jackie Smith REPRESENTATIVES Freshman .... Bonnie Bray Rhonda Stone Sophomores.. Mark Bratton Juniors Robbie Norman Jimmie Sue Stiffler Seniors Annette Bittle Susan McClure Vice-President Scott Brady assists with the elections of class officers. At a monthly meeting Charla Woolf presides as other officers look on. Delivering flowers for Valentine’s Day is a pleasure for Bon- nie Bray and Adrienne Nelson. Student Council 61 WORKING TOWARD THE FUTURE Service clubs participate in school events and serve the community. During the month of October the new members were taped and inducted. A roadblock was set up in November to assist the Arthritis Foundation in their drive. First place was awarded to the Beta Bug that Devoured the RED Bugs. Teacher Appreciation Day found Beta members “apple polishing teachers,” with work, flowers and goodies. On January 29-30 the high lights of the year came as the club sponsored Mark Trout for Beta Vice-President at the State Beta Con- vention. Fun and games were also part of the conven- tion. Children at the Children’s Colony were remem- bered with articles for personal grooming at Christmas! Induction of new officers brings the year to a close but not for Seniors as they proudly display Beta stoles, symbols and seals at graduation. A service project for the arthritis drive is conducted by local chapter. “Flowers for the Teachers is traditionally part of Teacher Appreci- ation Day. Beta wins again with their decorated car at homecoming. Beta members gather early in Mrs. Thompson’s room to prepare for Teacher Appreciation Day. Beta members promote the Christmas spirit by decorat- ing the halls. 62 Beta The honor of penning new Beta member, Pat Rudolph, is performed by Robin Harwell. District Tennis Tournament offered Beta members an opportunity to set up concession stand. New Beta Officers: President, Pat Franklin; Vice Pres- ident, Julie Standridge; Secretary, Jimmie Sue Stiffler; Treasurer, Mark Trout; Reporter, Robbie Norman; Historian, Bonita Charles. Sponsor: Mrs. Thompson. Beta 63 WHAT S HAPPENING IN NHS LARGEST CLASS INDUCTED IN HISTORY OF ORGANIZATION Qualifying for membership in National Honor Society comes as a result of student academic achievement, faculty approval of qualifications of leadership, character and service. As a service organization, the society participated in the tutor- ing program. Christmas and Easter visitation to elderly and assisting in the “poppy sale” to benefit disabled veterans. NATIONAL L_ HONOR SOCIETY £ Relaxation of National Honor Society mem- bers Mary Selph, David Foshee, Teresa Thomas and Laura Williams at Christmas party. The record setting induction Class of '82. 64 N.H.S. s NATIONAL HONOR SOCIETY OFFICERS President...............Susan McClure Vice-President ...........Wayne Kuhn Secretary ..............Diana Franklin Treasurer ................Jackie Smith Reporter................Teresa Thomas Historian ..............Laura Williams Sponsor...................Mrs. Newton A new member, Louise Prince, is tapped by Joe Stiffler. National Honor Society inducted Kattie Hatley signs register as part of ceremony. The martyr, Scott Brady, sacrifices for National Honor Society. N.H.S. 65 Name? The name of FFA and FHA are well known national clubs. These are made up of students interested in vocational courses. Programs for the clubs introduce new ideas connected to the work of FFA and FHA. These clubs are affiliated with the state and national program. During the year district, regional and state meet- ings are attended. Selling funnel cakes was FHA’s money making project during Spring Fling. The FHA float, the Go Devil Queen, won first place. INVEST NOW” won first place in the State Poster Contest for Tommy Lynn Stiffler. EST NO u.. JTRITION IS UP aV 66 FHA The penny pitch contest demands the expertise of Jesse Thompson. FFA OFFICERS 1981-82 President ................Pat Rudolph Vice-President............Tim Dickerson Secretary..........................Ricky Henry Treasurer.........................Gerard Hatley Reporter ........................Kenneth Jester Sentinel ..............Scotty Rutherford Junior Advisor......................Tony Pruitt Dovetta Williams was elected First Vice-President of Federation XVI FHA OFFICERS 1981-82 President First Vice-President ... ... .Robbie West Second Vice-President . .... Debbie Ham Third Vice-President .. .Lisa Weatherford Secretary ... Mario Clayton Treasurer Adrienne Nelson Reporter Historian Song Leader .. .Talitha Cooks Tree identification is a project of FFA on the S.A.U. campus. FFA 67 From Learning To Earning oooaooeee OOOOOQOOOO 30000000000 The reward for collecting the most votes gave Claude Taylor the privilege of giving Leigh Clark “a pie in the face.” The money-making project of selling valentines in C.O.E. is organized by Teresa Thomas. Transcribing a letter is a requirement in C.O.E. for Annette Bittle. Entertainers at the C.O.E. banquet were: Paul Ed Shaver, Billy Tarpley, and Jerry Don Childers. 68 COE-FBLA Vocational education includes Coopera- tive Office Education and Future Business Leaders of America. This class and club consists of students who have the prerequis- ites of two business courses. During the year the C.O.E. participants have the op- portunity to experience on-the-job working situations. The culmination of the year in C.O.E. is a banquet honoring employees and supervisors. F.B.L.A. members are guests of Clark County Bank as they tour Worthern and the Federal Reserve Bank in Little Rock. These organizations are an im- portant asset to the school and community. COE OFFICERS President Susan McClure Vice-President .... Robyn Neathery Secretary Charla Woolf Treasurer Vicki Reeves Historian Robin Harwell F.B.L.A. OFFICERS President Teresa Thomas Vice-President .... Benita Charles Secretary Sharon Penny Treasurer Robyn Neathery Historian Reporter Members of C.O.E. — Vicki Reeves, Susan McClure. Leigh Clark, Laura Williams, Charla Woolf, Teresa Thomas, Annette Bittle, Robin Harwell, Louise Prince, and Robyn Neathery — chose the theme Spring is in the Air for the C.O.E. banquet. The sponsor is Louise Davies. Awards were won at the District FBLA Conference by: Susan McClure — Typewriting II; Charla Woolf — Word Processing; and Teresa Thomas — Business Communication. C.O.E. member Leigh Clark was not only a cupid messenger, but she was also the recipient of carnations. COE-FBLA 69 OAS Spanish I II students enjoy additional ac- tivities by being members of the Spanish Club. An annual Spanish Fiesta specializes in exotic Spanish foods. The culinary arts unfolded as the fiesta progressed. Club members partici- pated in the National Spanish Exam held in Conway. Skits were presented at the Foreign Language Festival. The tennis toss and selling tattoo gum was part of the Spanish Club’s money making projects. Capturing the Red- bugs was the challenge of the Spanish Club float. The Annual Spanish Fiesta brought out the hidden talents of cooks. Atthe Foreign Language Festival at U.A.L.R., DougPauland Chri: Cooper acted out a skit in Spanish. Finished at last! Doug Paul eyes the completed Spanish float. SPANISH OFFICERS 1981-82 President . Dovetta Williams Vice-President .Adrienne Nelson Secretary Treasurer Mary Selph Historian ... .Carla Thomas Reporter 70 Spanish Club 70% With every new school year there are changes and new additions. This year was the formation of an Art Club. There were many problems facing the club and sponsor — a constitution had to be created, rules made and goals set. It was a trial period for this new organiza- tion. Out of the mist of confusion officers were elected, committees selected, exhibits were displayed and atrip to the Arkansas School of Arts was made. With the new club some of the goals were reached when exhibits were set up to show the work of promising young artists. ART OFFICERS 1981-82 President Pat Franklin Vice-President Billy Benson Secretary Diane Franklin Treasurer Rebecca McGuirt Reporter An art exhibit was set up in the Media Center to display students’ art works. Art Club 71 The creation of an Art Constitution develops during several in- formal meetings of sponsor and officers. Throughout the year special as- semblies provided entertainment, honored students and offered new experiences to the student body. The community has been of invalu- able assistance in providing re- sources for some of these as- semblies. S. A. U. Encore entertained the student body with a special assembly. Special award was given to Debbie Ander- son for her outstanding work during the '82 season. Arkansas Federated Women’s Club State Art award was an honor given to Stewart Henry. 72 Assemblies An individual athletic plaque for Timmy Lane came from Coach Thrower. Over-All State Championship team was honored by First National Bank President, Jerry Land. Ballet Dancers from the Tulsa Ballet Company danced scenes from “The Nutcracker Suite.” Assemblies 73 Ohat's JWcfe Ohm One Way uuuuuwuu OOOOOOOOC OOGOOOOO §GOdojfly The monthly production of the Devil Sheet was a new project for the C.O.E. class. A brand new look resulted from the use of pictures and art forms made possible by the use of the copying machine. This gave each girl an opportunity to try her hand at copy writing, placing letterheads, ad work, and margin justification. The Arkansas High School Press Association recognized the co-editors as Editor of the Year in Division V. In addition, the paper and several stu- dent writers were given special honors. Receiving Editor of the Yearawards from Mrs. Davies during the awards assembly are Robin Harwell and Susan McClure. Sorting papers into classes is one of Laura Williams jobs. 74 Devil Sheet Co-Editors .....Robin Harwell, Susan McClure Columns.........Terri Hayes, Charla Woolf and Annette Bittle Sports Editors............Joe Stiffler, Jon Kuhn, Jeff Garland, Rebecca McGuirt Sports Column.......................Joe Stiffler Advertisements......................COE Class Reviews.........Julie Standridge, Rhonda Plyler Circulation Manager..............Robyn Neathery Exchange Editor ....................Louise Prince Advisor..........................Louise Davies Reporters and Typists ...........Kenneth Jester Sharon Penny, Louise Prince, Laura Williams, Leigh Clark, Vicki Reeves, and Jennielea Davies Supervising the progress of the school paper is Louise Davies. Editorials were written by: Terri Hayes, Robin Harwell, Teresa Thomas, and Susan McClure. Devil Sheet 75 RECORDING EVENTS IN 82 A record of’82 featured by pictures, copy and cap- tion has been the aim of the staff. Preparation for the year started with workshop at Ouachita. The theme Accent On '82 was selected and the entire year has been spent to give the best of ’82. Photographers were kept busy in and out of the darkroom. This is a first for processing our own pic- tures. The staff has put in many hours to make these events live for you. Summer workshop at Ouachita Baptist University is the introduction of the 1982 staff to the format for the Gurdonian. This year the photography staff has advanced to developing negatives and producing all pictures. Rep- resentatives of the new publishing company have as- sisted in new ideas and techniques. Long hours at night and after school by the staff have made possible the coverage of an unusual year at Gurdon High School. After investigating contents of the tote tray, Gina Smithpeters joined Denny Whitley in search for just the right picture. Negatives are being checked by Rex Potter before printing the picture. Figuring out a way to get the Pink Panther on page 98 took the coopera- tive efforts of Susan McClure and Mrs. Slayton. 76 Gurdonian YEARBOOK STAFF Editor .... Diane Franklin Business Manager . ... .Susan McClure Photographers .... .. .Tommy Rudolph Rex Potter Dennis Stewart Senior Assistants . .... Denny Whitley Jackie Smith Junior Assistants .. Pat Franklin Gina Smithpeters Rebecca McGuirt After school hours by staff made the Gurdonian possible. Staff member, Pat Franklin takes pictures to complete assigned section. Editing and directing the assembling of the Gurdonian was the responsi- bility of editor, Diane Franklin. Gurdonian 77 “Keep that spirit up” was the chant during the Gurdon vs. Sylvan Hills game. It is work for Jimmie Sue Stiffler to get the Juniors to win the spirit awards as shown by the clinched fists. Waiting for the parade to form in Arkadelphia during Clark County Fair Week. Before cheering for the girls team at Joe T. Robinson tournament stretch exercises are taken. 78 Cheerleaders STAND UP AND CHEER Cheerleading practice started in July with prepa- rations for camp. A.S.C.C. camp was held at Ouachita and proved to be a challenging and re- warding experience. The Over All Camp Trophy was won by the Gurdon Cheerleaders. ’82 proved to be an eventful year traveling with both football and basketball teams. Being part of the winners circle is exciting. Clark County Bank donates footballs that are thrown by cheerleaders Susan Mitch- ell and Phyllis Jester at all home games. Band steps are an important part of cheer- leading; also helps keep you warm. Cheerleaders support the Hospital Bene- fit Ball game by cheering for the All-Star team. In the competition yell Vann Bunn and Teresa Marks lead band in challenge to win the competition. Cheerleaders 79 THE END RESULT Hours of practice at home and in camp resulted in precision performance of the flat line, drum major, and majorettes at football games with a marching band. As the percussion section set the beat so moved the band, the cheerleaders and the crowd. The End Result was the Gurdon High School Marching Band. Drum Major: Kenneth Jester Flag Corps: Mary Wells, Rhonda Stone, Marilyn McCauley, Valarie Jester, Adrienne Nelson, and Carla Thomas. 80 Marching Band Majorettes: Hollee Fielder, Annette Bittle, Diedra Hamlin, Sarah Thomas, and Teresa Thomas. Percussion section: Paquitta Lyions, Terri Smithson, Richard Wilson, Claude Taylor, Earl Melugin, Shelly Selph, Jeff Dillard, Dovetta Williams, Chris Bearden, and John Toland. Marching Band 81 4 Quarters and Counting {DevtU 7 zCe 9«e The 1981 Go-Devil Football team suffered a disappointing season, posting only a 2 and 8 rec- ord despite their best efforts. Many of these games were close, lost only by minor mistakes and weaknesses. All the while, the Devils made steady, marked improvement in both offense and the defense. If a good off season program puts size, strength and speed on the Devils’ side next season, watch out! The 1981 Go-Devils have had a streak of bad luck this season, being 2-5 so far this year, overall and 0-2 in conference play with only 3 games left this season. Not to take away from their oppo- nents, but it seems that Gurdon could have won every game but were stopped by some small fac- tor. And each week the coaches drill the proper way to carry out their assignments and figure just how to correct their problems and take on the next opponent. Slowly, but surely the Devils have been gaining ground. Many people take the won- loss column as the bottom line. (Particularly, a few I know in Prescott.) Maybe these people are in for a surprise. Explaining the strategy to be used in the next quarter. Co-Captains. Lamar Brown and Gary Dick- erson. accompany referees to meet the op- ponents. 82 SEASON RECORD Guidon 6........Lewisville 20 Gurdon 0 ... .Junction City 7 Gurdon 21............Foreman 15 Gurdon 0..Nashville 14 Gurdon 7 ..........Stamps 18 Gurdon 14..DeQueen 24 Gurdon 15 ........Fordyce 8 Gurdon 6 .......Glenwood 7 Gurdon 6 Joe T. Robinson 34 Gurdon 7............Prescott 21 All Conference Team Ben Smith Wayne Kuhn Thomas Gulley Phillip Jester A block is made by Ben Smith for Thomas Gulley in an offensive play. In a defensive play David Quarles and team stop defense. Team during a Pep Rally. 83 HOW IT IS DONE ) Under the guidance of Coach Ar- rington the team showed How It Was Done in the district tournament, and was runner up in the regional. They were de- feated after one round in State. The suc- cess of the team was due to outstanding defensive playing and team cooperation. The ability of Kay McClelland to move in under the goal and shoot a basket proved invaluable to the team. Blocking and getting a fast break for Ella Mae An- derson made the difference in the score. After throwing the ball in. Teresa Marks is ready to head down court as Ella Mae Anderson has the ball. 84 Girls’ Basketball Defensive playing was the key to success. Focusing on the direction of the tip. Kattie Hatley moves toward the ball. Gurdon 56 SEASON RECORD Gurdon51 Gurdon 43 Gurdon 53 Gurdon 44 Gurdon 46 Gurdon 47 Gurdon 73 Gurdon 51 Gurdon 51 Gurdon 55 Gurdon 37 Gurdon 53 Gurdon 61 Gurdon 45 Gurdon 56 Gurdon 43 Gurdon 39 Gurdon 61 Gurdon 6i Gurdon 44 Gurdon 63 Gurdon 57 Gurdon 65 Gurdon 51 Gurdon 49 Gurdon 47 Ml District — Kattie Hatley, Kay McClelland, Teresa Marks. All State — Kay McClelland. Boys’ Basketball 85 Touch of Class The goals set by team members were ac- complished including the State Over-All. It was a season of winning close games in the regional and state tournaments, and advancing to the finals. The Gurdon Go-Devils won the 11th Over-All State Championship by defeating the top ranked AAAA Little Rock Hall. This year can go down as a success. Red hot against the Scrappers, Larry Smith anticipates the ball. Using a jump shot Thomas Gulley adds two points to the score. At the free throw line Gerald Hatley preserves the Go-Devil’s lead. SEASON RECORD Gurdon....................45 Gurdon....................50 Gurdon....................45 Gurdon....................55 Gurdon....................56 Gurdon....................5| Gurdon....................60 Gurdon....................45 Gurdon....................3] Gurdon....................56 Gurdon....................61 Gurdon....................76 Gurdon....................62 Gurdon....................40 Gurdon....................65 Gurdon....................58 Gurdon....................50 Gurdon....................63 Gurdon....................55 Gurdon....................54 Gurdon....................60 Gurdon....................57 Gurdon....................61 Gurdon....................44 Gurdon....................49 Gurdon....................41 Gurdon....................84 Gurdon....................65 Gurdon....................66 Gurdon....................56 Gurdon....................59 Gurdon....................66 All Stale Darron Penney Larry Smith Saratoga..........................62 Ashdown...........................43 Arkadelphia.......................47 Lake Hamilton.....................39 Oak Grove ........................42 Lake Hamilton.....................39 Bismarck..........................46 Blevins...........................39 Lakeside..........................30 Harmony Grove.....................55 Rosston Oak Grove ................54 Lincoln...........................61 Nashville.........................56 Fairview..........................47 Blevins...........................62 Nashville.........................57 DeQucen...........................40 Prescott .........................55 Nashville.........................51 Prescott .........................49 DeQucen...........................52 Lewisville .......................37 Nashville.........................50 Fordyce...........................42 Hamburg...........................46 Stamps.............................40 Altimer...........................58 Clarksville.......................64 Robinson..........................65 Valley Springs ...................49 El Dorado.........................57 Little Rock Hall..................65 All District Larry Smith Ben Smith ✓ 86 Boys’ Basketball Gurdon’s Ben Smith rebounds as El Dorado's Lee Richmond defends goal. Boys’ Basketball 87 Eight Strange Days Devils Are No. 1 Gurdon Wins It All In State Tourney Gurdon Nabs Cr° ° Without Gimmes Gurdon Uses Late Shot Io Tip El Dorado, 59-57 Voung Go-Devils Bid 6(olbers Key For Upset of Warriors To Boys ver a Gurdon, unranked during the regular season, took over the No. 1 spot in the final rankings after edging previ- ously top-ranked Little Hock Hall, 66-65, for the Over-all Boys State Champion- ship Saturday. Larry Gore’s Go-Devils, the Gass AA state champion, finished the year at 30-2 with a 20-game winning streak. Gurdon became a master of win- ning the close games. In nine games in postseason tournaments, the Go- Devils won seven by one or two points. GURDON (30-2, 7AA-West): From out of nowhere, first- year coach Larry Gore and his Go-Devils rose to the top. Their list of upset victims was impressive and the Over-all championship over Hall took the cake. Next year, Gur- don will be the hunted with three starters returning. % Now, what do you do with i team that thrives on knock- ng off giants and, less than one Week ago, was not even ranked in the overall state picture? Obviously there is only one thing to do with them - put them at the top where they belong. What a fascinating eight days! From on-ranked to number one in just eight days. It almost sounds unfair until one •onsiders that Gurdon did lot win thirty games be- cause the other team did not •how. They won because hey had talent. Unfortunate- y. the talent was not re- cognized for a long time. The slayers kept asking new Head Coach Larry Gore why hey were not ranked in heir own division and he ’ould not answer their ques- tion. 88 Over-All State Tournament T' ' '- 0 7 Cl AC Gurdon Advance Wq fit- Gurdon's Big Victory Makes 'Devils No. 1 Gurdon fans can be proud ol their coach, team and supporters. We have caused many people to dig out maps of Arkansas to find us. And if this does not happen again for a thousand years, history will always record that it happened once. So, to those .of you who are responsible for turning the heads of ail Arkansans to Gurdon. we salute you. You travelled a road with many bumps, but you conquered the attention of an entire state by showing that your ability is not limit- ed because you were classi- fied less than 5-AAAAA. We are proud of you because you are NUMBER ONE. Gurdon’s 6'5 junior guard, Daren Penny, pressures Little Rock Hall guard Tim Scott. (Photo courtesy of Arkansas Gazette.) Over-All State Tournament 89 Spring s Unsung Heroes Spring brings out the sprinter. Track team members are plagued with muscle cramps. Running sprints. Coach Stevenson pushes the team to improve time by clocking the drills. As goals were reached new ones were set. Next came competition. In golf, goals are also set and changed as self-participation continues. These sports all take much pati- ence and lots of practice as do all other sports. Preparation of the track team for the district meet. Timing of the passing of the baton is crucial to Gerard Hatley and Brad Clark. 90 Track and Golf Track and Golf 91 PREFECTO Spring varsity sports including tennis emphasize on the individual’s abilities, as each tries to improve his score and techniques. Both boys and girls par- ticipate in practicing daily after school and on weekends. Rewards came as players placed and went to the district and state competition. Net ability of Tommy Karr returns the ball to other side of net. Good use of the backhand helps Chris Shaw return shot. 92 Tennis A good serve gains the advantage for Ben Williams over his opponent. In good form Mario Clayton keeps her eye on the ball as she returns serve. Double playing by Tammie Hayes and Robbie Norman placed them in state competition. Tennis 93 IN THE SPOTLIGHT The week of October 12-16th was very busy and exciting. It was filled with the building of the floats and the crowning of the Homecoming Queen. Even though the parade had to be postponed because of the weather, nothing could steal the thrills and excitement that went along with the Homecoming of 1981. The Coronation Ceremony took place on October 13th in the High School Auditorium with Captain Wayne Kuhn crowning Queen Annette Bittle. The Homecoming Court consisted of Freshman Maid Renee House escorted by Larry Smith, Sophomore Maid Susan Mitchell escorted by Gary Dickerson, Sophomore Maid Brooks Butler escorted by Joe Stiffler. Sophomore Maid Angie Harmon escorted by Phillip Jester, Sophomore Maid Barbara Lockett escorted by Tip Anderson, Sophomore Maid Candy Golden escorted by Jerome Henry, Sophomore Maid Rhonda Stephens escorted by David Quarles, Sophomore Maid Terri Smithson es- corted by David Hurst, Junior Maid Jimmie Stiffler escorted by Scott Brady, Junior Maid Tammy Pruitt escorted by Ronald Whisenhunt, Junior Maid Phyllis Jester escorted by Tommy Rudolph, Junior Maid Kay McClelland escorted by Ken House, Senior Maid Robyn Neathery escorted by Mike Griffin, Senior Maid Katie Hatley escorted by Lamar Brown, Junior Maid Diedra Hamilin escorted by Co-Captain Ben Smith, and Queen Annette Bittle escorted by Captain Wayne Kuhn. Junior Maid Kay McClelland is the choice of Ken House. Homecoming Royalty Float of 1981. 94 Homecoming Homecoming Queen — Annette Bittle Coronation Ceremony is climaxed by the entrance of Queen Annette Bittle and Captain Wayne Kuhn. During the Coronation Ceremony Jennielea Carmical sang. Trying to stay out of the mud at the Pre-game festivities kept Jimmie Stiffler and Scott Brady’s attention. Homecoming 95 ON WITH THE SHOW Long time friends and cohorts, Astarte (Gina Smithpeters), Ac- robatman (Tommy Karr), and Albatross (Ben Williams), discuss the problem at hand. ' In deep discussion, the all knowing Wizard Woman (Robbie Norman) and Super Brain (Blake Gills) find a solution. The crusaders against crime. Electroman (Bryan Caldwell) and Tape Man (Brad Clark), look on as Acrobat Man (Tommy Karr) reacquaints himself with Miss Invisowrap (Tammy Pruitt). Frightened, Terry Secra (Rebecca McGuirt), Brilla (Phyllis Jester), and Sparkle (Pat Franklin) watch and listen for the strange lights and noise. 96 Jr. Play A disapproving look appears on Miss MacDonald’s (Dovetta Williams) face as she examines the new kitchen staff. The Junior Class Presents May The Farce Be With You The investigation conducted by Lt. Bullhorn (Doug Clements), only upsets Frenchie Cusine (Lisa Weatherford) and Mrs. Onaze (Jeanna Harper). Scheming another vicious plan against his enemies, Star Raider (Mark Trout) enlists the help of his helpers KP3 (Rex Potter) and Nerd (Chris Bearden). By: David Rogers CAST OF CHARACTERS Vera Strong........ Byron Ceps.......... Miss MacDonald------ Miss Broom ......... Star Raider........ Terry Secra......... Acrobatman.......... Albatross........... H2O Girl ........... Astarte ............ Tape man ........... Miss Invisowrap..... Electroman.......... Keezie Lisp......... Gadzooks .......... Brilla.............. Sparkle............. Gleema ............ Nerd............... Yuck................ KP3................. Lt. Bullhorn ....... Frenchie Cuisine --- Mrs. Onaze.......... Stage Manager and or Sound Effects...... .. .Robbie Norman ........Blake Gills .. Dovetta Williams ......Cindy Pruitt .......Mark Trout .Rebecca McGuirt ......Tommy Karr ......Ben Williams .....Tammi Hayes . .Gina Smithpeters ........Brad Clark .....Tammy Pruitt ... .Brian Caldwell Jimmie Sue Stiffler .. .Todd Forthman ......Phyllis Jester ......Pat Franklin ... .Benita Charles .......Chris Shaw .....Chris Bearden .........Rex Potter ... Doug Clements . .Lisa Weatherford ... .Jeanna Harper ......Greg Stroud Jeff Garland Jr. Play 97 THE PINK PANTHER STRIKES AGAIN Clouseau ................... Chief Inspector of the Surete .... Joe Stiffler Francois ................... Clouseau's driver .................... Billy Benson Cato ....................... Clouseau's butler .................... Scott Brady Oreyfus .................... Former Chief Inspector; Clouseau's arch-enemy ............. David Foshee Dr. Duval...................Oreyfus' psychiatrist......Teresa Thomas Drummond....................Inspector, Scotland Yard.............John Williams McLaren.....................Inspector, Scotland Yard.............Oenny Whitley Or. Fassbender ............. Inventor of the Doomsday Machine. . . Tommy Rudolph Margot ..................... Dr. Fassbender's daughter ........ Susan McClure Olga ....................... Russian Agent; Clouseau's love. . . . Leigh Clark Jarvis ..................... Dr. Fassbender's butler ............. Jerry Smith Mrs. Japonica...............Dr. Fassbender's maid................Debbie Whitley Mrs. Leverlilly.............Dr. Fassbender's housekeeper.........Susan Thomas Mrs. Bullock................Or. Fassbender's cook................Mary Selph Mr. Shork...................Or. Fassbender's gardner.............Tommy Rudolph Mrs. Stutterstutt...........Or. Fassbender's beekeeper...........Laura Williams Tournier ................... a bank robber ........................ Claude Taylor Hindu Harry.................Dreyfus' gangster cohort...............Claude Taylor Cairo Fred..................one of Oreyfus' henchman...............Wayne Kuhn Mafia-Type ................. another henchman assassin ............ Scott Brady Ir� ate ..................... Indian inhabitant of lunatic asylum ............................ Claude Taylor Orderlies...................at lunatic asylum......................Debbie Whitley Mary Selph Waitress ................... female assassin ...................... Paquitta Lyons Chuck.......................Head waiter at Mirage Club.............John Williams Emcee.......................at Mirage Club.........................Vicki Reeves Couples .................... Spectators at Mirage Club ............ Laura Williams Denny Whitley Charla Woolf Billy Benson French lady, French man. . . lovers in restaurant ................. Charla Woolf Wayne Kuhn Waiter......................in same restaurant.....................Denny Whitley Technician ................. in Oreyfus' television studio .... Paquitta Lyons Messenger .................. unfortunate bearer of news for Clouseau ...................... Charla Woolf Desk Clerk..................in hotel...............................Jackie Smith Oesk Clerk ................. German ............................... Robin Harwell German Girl ................ spy with poisoned pretzel ............ Brenda McNeil Assassins: Italian Polish . Japanese Chinese Mexican Swede . Nigerian Arabian Charla Woolf Denny Whitley Robin Harwell Laura Williams Susan Thomas Billy Benson John Williams Teresa Thomas Pink Panthers: Director . . Choreographer Entertainment between acts Mistress of Ceremonies Special sounds Sound Technicians Stage Lighting Spotlight Stage Managers Programs •Student Teacher Susan McClure Clerisa Russey Lisa OUison Brenda McNeil Paquitta Lyons Vicki Reeves Terri Hayes Annette Bittle Diane Franklin Mr. Joel Sullivan John Williams Tommy Rudolph Tommy Rudolph Billy Benson Tommy Rudolph Billy Benson Phillip Jester Pink Panthers Leigh Clark Laura Williams ChaMa Woolf The butler (Scott Brady) challenges his employer's (Joe Stiffler) author- ity. Attempting to unravel the mystery of the missing room key is no easy task for the German desk clerk (Robin Harwell). 98 Senior Play Going to Great Heights! Psychopathic patient (David Foshee) discusses plans for world destruction with kidnapped victim (Tommy Rudolph). The staff consisting of: Debbie Whitley, Susan Thomas, Mary Selph, Laura Williams, and Tommy Rudolph, were considered suspects in the kidnapping. The chorus of pink panthers keeps the audience entertained be- tween acts. While entertaining a French lady (Charla Woolf) in a sidewalk cafe. Inspector Clouseau (Joe Stiffler) plots to capture Dreyfus. Senior Play 99 Getting the lights adjusted in the lighthouse was the responsibility of George Hawthorne. At the Senior Prom, Larry Smith demonstrates his dancing ability. Interested spectators at the prom were Henry Blevins and Tammy Pruitt. Entertainers were Jenniele Davies and Robbie Nor- man. 100 Jr.-Sr. Banquet }(M£ SMI All)AH Come Sail Away, the theme of the banquet and prom changed the Continental Inn into a festive back- ground. After the decorating was finished and the re- sults viewed, class members decided it was worth the hours of selling needed to make this event possible. The music for the prom was provided by the disc jockey, Disco Gat. The overall event was a success. The expertise of Jerry Smith is shown to Pam Walker. Tying scrolls kept several Juniors busy. ✓ Jr.-Sr. Banquet 101 AWARDS FOR ’82 Receiving an Art II award from Mr. Knod is Cindy Pruitt. For his hard work in Mr. Middleton’s math class, Greg Henry awarded a certificate. Recognition for achievement in both athletic and academics is acknowledged in special assemblies. Jackets, letters, blankets and trophies were pres- ented for all sports events. Special district, regional, and state presentations were also made. During the academic assembly, individuals’ achievements were recognized by faculty members. Special scholarships by colleges and organizations were awarded. Attendance records were also hon- ored. These assemblies are a climax of the school year. 1 Proudly receiving a chemistry award is Debbie Whitley. 102 Awards For outstanding accomplishments in track Debra Anderson re- ceives a trophy. Collecting an award for track is Ronnie Land. Waiting to receive numerous basketball awards and souvenirs is Daren Penny. An art award is given to Alex Leverette in recognition of his display in the Arkansas traveling exhibit. Awards 103 A 'diploma is an important requirement for David Quarles as he moves into the work-a-day world. The valedictory speech was delivered by Teresa Thomas. Inspecting presents, trying to keep cool, making final after graduation plans, all take place as seniors wait to line up. Class Motto The Price Of success Is Great, But The Rewards Are Greater. Class Song “Don’t Look Back” Class Colors Blue And Silver Class Flower Blue Carnations 104 Graduation Gurdon High School COMMENCEMENT EXERCISES May 21, 1982 Processional— Pomp and Circumstance .GHS Band By Edward Elgar Invocation............................Susan Thomas Presentation of Flowers by Junior Class............ Gina Smithpeters and Deidra Hamlin (Received by Senior Class)......................... .. .Joe Stiffler and Sharon Penney Don’t Look Back” ....................Susan McClure Salutatorian Doorway To The Future ...................Mary Selph The Dreamers .................................Robin Harwell Friendship ..................................Debbie Whitley “Rhythm of the Winds ......................GHS Band By Frank Erickson Paths To Glory ................................Joel Stiffler This Is It ..................................Charla Woolf Poem By Charla Woolf The Price Of Success ........................Teresa Thomas Valedictorian Presentation of Gift by Senior Class ... .Jackie Smith Introduction of School Board........Bobby Smithson Superintendent Presentation of Senior Class .........John H. Hardin Principal Award of Diplomas......................Eddie Holt President of School Board Benediction.........................Diane Franklin Recessional ... . Freedom’s Heritage” ... .GHS Band By Philip Gordon Making °Move To Adulthood The graduation night presented the dilemma of would it rain or not. The final decision came and the football field was used. This long march to and from the site of graduation is symbolic of the long move to adulthood. Honor graduate, Susan McClure, presents the salutatory address, “Don’t Look Back.” Seniors and band members will long remember the 90 degree heat as they prepared for graduation. Graduation 105 106 Graduation cm S(M(P FeW WAWW Education is the most important link to our youth and our economy. High school graduation is the beginning of participation in the outside world, of getting involved in higher education or our economy system. Graduates have looked forward to this One Step Forward for twelve long years. Doorway to the Future is the first step described by Mary Selph for the seniors to move forward. Another step closerto graduation came as Seniors practice for the commencement exercises. Programs Tammy Pruitt Jimmie Sue Stiffler Lisa Weatherford Gina Smithpeters Ushers Jeff Garland Bryan Caldwell Tommy Karr Gerard Hatley Gerald Hatley George Hawthorne Seniors 1981-82 Tip Andrew Anderson Terrone Dewayne Bailey Billy Alexander Benson, Jr. Elizabeth Annette Bittle t Scott Wayne Brady ! Andrew Lamar Brown Vanshell Anquanet Bunn Charles Anderson Bums Dana Leigh Clark James Lewis Cooper Gary Alan Dickerson Mark Cheyenne Easley David Scott Foshee ! Diana Lynn Franklin ! Rickie Delemus Gill Leigh Ann Glover Ronald Lynn Gray Michael Lee Griffin Timothy Ray Harvell Robin Lynn Harwell ! Kattie Marie Hatley t Terri Lou Hayes t Jerome Edward Henry Rickey James Henry Kenneth Dewayne Houset David Wayne Hurst Richard Phillip Jester ! Robert Stanley Jones Wayne Kelly Kuhn ! Ronald Alan Land Paquitta Yevette Lyons Teresa Yvette Marks Kimberly Ann Masimore Laura Elaine Melugin Susan Denise McClure ! Brenda Lynne McNeil Beta Clubt Robyn Gail Neathery ! Mitchell Anthony Nolan Lisa Renee Ollison Connie Ruth OtwelPt Sharon Yevette Penneyt Rhonda Darnell Plyler Oneta Louise Prince David Lavonne Quarles Vicki Mae Reeves Samantha Lynn Merrill Ross Thomas Michael Rudolph t Clerisa Jayne Russey James Lemuel Rutherford Lisa Bernice Schee Betty Anne Schoonover Mary Katherine Selph t Janette Earlene Sikes Benjamin Ray Smith Jacqueline Smith t Larry Sherrell Smith t Robert Smith, Jr. Thurman Jerald Smith, Jr. Joel David Stiffler ! Claude Franklin Taylor t Susan Annette Thomas t Teresa Lynne Thomas ! Leroy Ernest Vance Pamela Renee Walker ! Travis Dell Wells Rhonald Destry Whisenhunt ! Debbie Denise Whitley ! Denny Dewayne Whitley ! John Franklin Williams Laura Beth Williams ! Charla Renee Woolf ! lal Honor Society Traditional presentation of the flowers from the Junior Class to the Seniors was part of the graduation program. All ready and waiting for time to line up are Ron Gray, Charles Bums, and Robert Jones. Presentation of diploma to Kim Masimore by Eddie Holt, president of the School Board. Graduation 107 HEAD OF THE CLASS Students that are among the top ten are those that have main- tained for four years honor stu- dent status. Character, leader- ship, and citizenship are all qual- ities that these outstanding stu- dents display. The influence and contributions to the school life of these ten seniors are noted by the faculty. These ten are found the award winners in their special fields. A salute to these members of the Class of ’82 would like to be given by this yearbook staff. TERESA THOMAS Valedictorian National Honor Society Beta Club Historian Band President and Majorette Devil Sheet Staff Advanced English COE-FBLA Accounting John Phillip Sousa Award DIANE FRANKLIN National Honor Society Secretary Beta Club Yearbook Editor Advanced English Algebra II Art Club Secretary Art II Physics Chemistry SUSAN McCLURE Salutatorian National Honor Society President Beta Club Secretary Devil Sheet Co-Editor Yearbook Staff Business Manager Advanced English Chemistry COE-FBLA Senior Class Representative SUSAN THOMAS National Honor Society Beta Club Advanced English Advanced Math Chemistry Physics Computer Science 108 Honor Graduates MARY SELPH National Honor Society Beta Club Advanced English Advanced Math Chemistry Spanish II Band Computer Science CHARLA WOOLF National Honor Society Student Council President Beta Club Treasurer Devil Sheet Staff Advanced English Algebra II COE-FBLA Spanish I ROBIN HARWELL National Honor Society Beta Club Devil Sheet Co-Editor COE-FBLA Advanced English Art II Art Club Chemistry Algebra II JACKIE SMITH National Honor Society Treasurer Beta Club Student Council Treasurer Yearbook Staff Advanced English Advanced Math Chemistry Spanish II Accounting L DEBBIE WHITLEY National Honor Society Beta Club Advanced English Advanced Math Chemistry Lyman Masey Science Award Accounting Computer Science JOE STIFFLER National Honor Society Beta Club Devil Sheet Sports Editor Advanced English Advanced Math Physics Football Senior Class President Computer Science Honor Graduates 109 Extended Services Services extended to the school by these dedicated people are accepted as just always being done. Think of the chaos that would exist if the lunch room workers, the custodians, and bus drivers just didn’t report for work one day. Appreciation for a job well done is of- fered by the Gurdonian Staff. Planning meals five days a week for the school year is the respon sibility of Mrs. Clark. Supervisor of the school lunches, Mrs. Cox, assists on soup day. Cinnamon rolls being passed out by Mrs. Eckert are always a favorite. 110 Maintenance Before school, Mr. Logan will be found in the office getting instructions for the day ahead. The end of the day is near when “Miss Lilly” vacuums the office. Morning pick-up comes daily for Mr. Peeples. Maintaining and driving a fleet of thirteen buses is the responsibility of the dedicated men and women. INDEX AA Administration 10-13 Alexander, Michael 26 Alexander, Robert 22 Allen, Kim 30, 32, 58 Alley, Niall 22 Anderson, Anthony 22 Anderson, Carl 22 Anderson, Debra 30, 72, 103 Anderson, Ella 22, 84 Anderson, Robert 22 Anderson, Tip 16 Anderson, Tony 22 Art 34, 35 Art Club 71 Awards 72, 73, 102, 103 BB Bailey, Terry 7, 16 Band 36, 37 Basketball, Boys 73, 90, 91 118, 119 Basketball, Girls 80, 84 Beals, William 26, 27 Bearden, Chris 22, 97, 134 Beta 62, 63 Beck, Sherry 26 Benson, Billy 16, 71 Benson, Michael 22 Berry, Alfreddie 22, 43 Bittle, Andy 26, 29 Bittle, Anette 16,18,81,95 Blevins, Henry 22, 100 Bowie, Clara 22 Bowie, Lorraine 26 Bowie, Yolanda 30 Brady, Glenn 22 Brady, Scott 16,61,65,76, 95, 140 Bratton, Mark 26, 27, 29 Bray, Bonnie 30, 33, 61, 67, 140 Britt, Clay 30 Brown, Kevin 26, 34, 139 Brown, Lamar 16, 82 Buckley, Vonn Ceil 22 Bumstead, Kelly 30 Bunn, Vann 16, 79 Burks, Maria 26 Burns, Charles 16, 107 Burris, Angie 26 Burton, Brenda 30 Burton, Winfred 26 Business 64, 65 Butler, Brooks 26, 29, 49 cc Caldwell, Bryan 22, 96, 136 Carlisle, Tammy 26 Carmical, Jennielea 22, 95, 100 Charles, Benita 22, 41, 63, 119 Cheerleaders 8, 9, 78, 79 Christopher, Teresa 30 Clark, Brad 22, 90, 96, 119 Clark, Brian 30, 33 Clark, Leigh 16, 68 Clayton, Mario 30, 67, 93, 140 Clements, Doug 22, 97 Clingan, Tim 26, 48 Closing 134-144 Close-Up Program 119 COE 68 Computer Science 64, 65 Conway, Charles 26 Conway, Loma 22 Conway, Ted 30 Cooks, Talitha 30, 67 Cooper, Chris 26, 70 Cooper, Jimmy 16 Cooper, Lynn 26 Currey, Kim 30 DD Davenport, Wayne 26 Davis, Dena 26 Devil Sheet 74 Dickens, Greg 26 Dickens, Karen 30, 85 Dickens, Kasundra 26 Dickens, Gary 16, 35, 82, 137 The Gurdon Senior High marching band with majorettes and flag corps for the school year ’81-’82. 112 Index Dickerson, James 22 Dickerson, Karla 22 Dickerson, Lisa 30 Dickerson, Patricia 30 Dickerson, Tim 27, 67 Dillard, Jeff 30 EE Easley, Brenda 27 Easley, Lisa 30 Easley, Luke 22 Easley, Mark Easley, Tim 27 Edwards, Patricia 31 Ellis, Tonya 31 English 8, 40, 41 FF Faculty FBLA FFA 54, 55, 67 FHA 67, 140 Fielder, Hollee 27, 48, 81 Fisher, Pam 9, 22 Fleming, Christy 31 Floyd, Mike 27, 42 Football 8, 137, 143 Forthman, Todd 15, 22, 119 Foshee, David 17, 64, 77 Franklin, Diane 6, 9, 17, 20, 53 65, 71, 77, 108 Franklin, Pat 22, 61, 63, 71, 77 96, 137 Freshmen 3, 7, 30-33, 139 Frizzell, Richie 31, 55, 91 GG Gardner, Theresa 27 Garland, Jeff 22, 48, 119, 136 Gibson, Andy 22 Gibson, Milton 17 Gibson, Patricia 22 Gibson, Roy 22 Giles, Amy 31 Giles, Gail 22 Gill, Remona 27 Gill, Rickie 17, 23 Gill, Tammie 23 Gills, Blake 2, 22, 23, 36, 38 96, 140 Glover, Leigh Anne 17, 35 Golden, Candy 27 Govan, Belinda 31 Govan, Roger 23 Graduation 19, 104-107 Gray, Rickey 27 Gray, Ron 6, 17, 53, 71, 107 Green, Aundra 27 Green, Ricky 27 Griffin, Gillie 27 Griffin, Mike 17, 139 Gulley, Terence 31 Gulley, Thomas 23, 83, 86, 137 Gurdonian 76-77 HH Ham, Debbie 31, 33, 45, 67 Hamlin, Diedra 23, 25, 67, 81 Harmon, Angie 27 Harper, Jeanna 23, 37, 97, 119 Harper, Jeff 27 Harvell, Tim 17 Harwell, Robin 17, 39, 63, 76, 109, 119 Hatley, Brad 23 Hatley, Gerald 2, 8, 23, 86 Hatley, Gerard 2, 23, 67, 90 Hatley, Kattie 2, 17, 65, 67, 85 Hawthorne, George 23, 100 Hayes, Tammi 23, 93, 119 Hayes, Terri 17, 18 Henderson, Charlie 27 Henry, Andra 31 Henry, Greg 27, 44, 102, 139 Henry, Jeff 24 Henry, Jerome 17 Henry, Rickey 18, 67 Henry, Stewart 24, 35, 72 Henry, Woody 31 Homecoming 3, 19, 25, 28, 30, 94, 95, 142 Honor Graduates 108, 109 House, Ken 18 House, Renee 31 Hughes, Billy Joe 24 Hughes, Patricia 31 Hughes, Steven 31 Hurst, David 18, 34 A pen and ink sketch of Gurdon High School during the 1981-82 school year. JJ Jester, Kenneth 6, 27, 48, 67, 80 Jester, Phillip 136 Jester, Phyllis 24, 79, 96 Jester, Valerie 31, 80 Johnson, Casandra 31 Johnson, Matthew 31 Johnson, Tina 27 Index 113 Johnson, Tony 24 Jones, Brenda 27 Jones, Mary Ann 24 Jones, Robert 18, 107 Jones, Teresa 31 Joyner, Terry 28 Jr.-Sr. Banquet Prorr i 100-101 Junior Play 96, 97, 142 Juniors 22-25, 101 KK Karr, Sandy 31, 33 Karr, Tommy 24, 92, 96, 142 Kirk, Joe 32 Kuhn,Jon 32 Kuhn, Wayne 18, 39, 65, 95, 137 Kusturin, Conrad 28 LL Land, Ronnie 103, 139 Lane, Michael 32, 50 Lane, Timmy 24, 73 Leverette, Alex 24, 38, 103 Leverette, Alice 32 Ligon, Gretta 32 Lockett, Barbara 28 Long, Stephen 32 Lyons, Paquitta 18 MM McCauley, Marilyn 32, 33, 45, 80 McClelland, Kay 24, 84, 94 McClure, David 24 McClure, Lester 32, 138 McClure, Susan 16, 18, 65, 74 76, 105, 108 McCustion, Randy 24, 34 McDonald, David 24, 32 McDonald, Laurie 24, 40 McDougald, Shawn 28, 140 McGuirt, Allen 32 McGuirt, Rebecca 24, 25, 59, 71 96, 119 McKinney, Ricky 32 McMillan, Dewey 14, 24 McNabb, Terry 28 McNeil, Brenda 18 Maintenance 110, 111 Malcom, Tammy 28, 85 Marks, David 28 Marks, Julian 32 Marks, Theresa 18, 79, 84 Masimore, Kim 18, 43, 107 Math 44, 45 Matlock, Wade 30, 32 Media Center 42, 43, 71 Melugian, Amy 18, 28, 32 Melugian, Earl 28 Melugian, Elaine 16 Miller, James 28 Mitchell, Karen 28 Mitchell, Susan 28, 79 NN National Honor Society 8, 64, 65 The Cheerleaders of 1981-82 were: Jennielea Carmical, Charla Woolf, Jimmie Sue Stiffler, Teresa Marks, Phyllis Jester, Brooks Butler, Angie Harmon, Susan Mitchell, and Van Bunn. 114 Index Neathery, Brett 32 Penny, Daren 91, 103 Renfro, Greg 27, 28 Neathery, Robyn 19, 119 Perkins, Kevin 28 Riggs, Neena 33 Nelson, Adrienne 32, 33, 45, 61 Physical Education 46, 47 Rogers, Terry 33 67, 70, 80 Plyler, Rhonda 16, 19, 35, 142 Ross, David 24 Nelson, Chris 32 Plyler, Ronnie 28 Ross, Kay Lynn 33 Nolan, Mitch 3, 19 Pope, Greg 24, 46 Ross, Kenneth 24 Norman, Robbie 24, 25, 63, 93, 96 Potter, Rex 24. , 25, 76, 97, 134 Ross, Sam 19 100, 119, 142 Prince, Louise 19, 65 Rudolph, Pat 28, 63, 67 Pruitt, Cindy 24, 102 Rudolph, Tommy 15, 19, 39, 77 00 Pruitt, Tammy 24, 96, 100, 119 Russey, Clarisa 5, 19 Pruitt, Tony 25, 26, 28, 67 Rutherford, James 19, 52 Ollison, Lisa 19 Purifoy, Gary 28 Rutherford, Scott 29, 67 Ollison, Margie 28 Purifoy, Tim 24, 38, 119 Opening Otwell, Connie Overton, Sarah PP Parker, Tom Pauli, Doug Pennington, Steve Penney, Sharon 2-9 19 32 4 6, 24, 70 33 16, 19, 107 QQ Qualls, Darron 28 Quarles, David 19, 85, 104 Quarles, Lee 24 Quinney, Deretha 33 RR Reeves, Vickie 10, 19 SS Saunders, Michael 33 Schee, Lisa 20 Schoonover, Betty 20 Science 32, 48, 49 Selph, Mary 20, 64, 70, 77, 106 109, 143 Selph, Shelly 33 Senior Play 9, 76, 77, 137 Seniors 16, 17, 19, 20 The Gurdon Senior High Go-Devil football team for the school year '81-'82. Index 115 Shaw, Chris Sikes, Janet Simpson. Darren Smith, Ben Smith, Jackie 8, Smith, Jerry Smith, Johnnie Smith, Larry Smith, Laurie Smith, Mary Smith, Robert Smith, Teresa Smithpeters, Gina Smithson, Terry Social Studies Sophomores Spanish Speech Standridge, Julie 24. 91, 92. 140 20 33 20, 83, 87 9, 20, 49, 60, 61 65, 109 6, 9. 20. 53, 101 29, 55 13. 20, 86, 100 29, 32 24 20 33 15, 24, 25, 60 76, 96, 107. 119 29 50, 51 26-29 52, 53, 70 52, 53 29, 49, 59, 63 Stephens, Rhonda 29 Stewart, Dennis 29 Stiffler, Jimmie Sue 24, 25, 63 78, 95, 119 Stiffler, Joe 8, 16, 20, 40, 59 65, 76, 77, 107, 109 Stiffler, Tommie Stone, Rhonda Stroud, Greg Student Council 31, 33 33, 45, 80 24 60, 61 Thomas, Tina 25 Thompson, Freddie 33 Thompson, Jesse 25, 67 Thompson, Mary 29 Toland, John 33 Track 90,91 Trout, Mark 25, 34, 53, 59, 63, 97 Tucker, Brandon 25 vv Vance, Leroy Taylor, Claude 20, 39, 68 Tennis 92, 93, 142 Thomas, Carla 29, 70, 80 Thomas, James 33 Thomas, Sarah 29, 49, 70, 81 Thomas, Susan 16, 20, 21, 77, 108 Thomas, Teresa 21, 37, 64, 65 81, 104, 108 ww Walker, Bobby Walker, Pam Walker, Rosemary Walker, Vickie Washington, Carl Washington, Larry The 1981-82 Senior Boys’ Basketball team members were: Gerald Hatley, Larry Smith, Ben Smith, Thomas Gulley, Darren Penney, Gerard Hatley, George Hawthorne, David Quarles, Ken House, Jeff Henry, David Marks, John Quarles, Jerome Henry, Terry McNabb, Johnnie Smith, Brad Hatley, Jeff Harper, Tim Easley, Greg Henry, Wayne Davenport and Coach Larry Gore. 116 Index Washington, Tracy 33 Weatherford, Leah 138 Weatherford, Lisa 25, 29, 39, 41 43, 67, 97 Wells, Carl 29, 36 Wells, Mary 33, 80 Wells, Scotty 33 Wells, Tim 29 Wells, Travis 21 West, Robbie 33, 67 Whisenhunt, Kevin Whisenhunt, Ronald 21 Whitley, Debbie 5, 21, 38, 48, 77 102, 109, 119 Whitley, Denny 21,40, 119 Whittington, Shelby 29 Williams, Ben 2, 25, 48, 93, 96 Williams, Dovetta 25, 41, 67, 70 97, 107, 134 Williams, John 20, 36, 53 Williams, Laura 21 , 64, 65, 74, 77 Williams, Sharon 25 Williams, Teresa 33 Wilson, Bernia 21 Wilson, Lonnie 25 Wilson, Richard 33 Wrinkle, Jerry 29 Woolf, Charla 21, 52, 61, 77, 109 119 Woolf, Cheryl 33 The 1981-82 Girls’ Basketball team members were: Ella Anderson, Gail Giles, Teresa Marks, Candy Golden, Sharon Young, Tammie Gill, Rhonda Stephens, Theresa Gardner, Kay McClelland, Kattie Hatley, Aundra Green, Mary Thompson, KaSandra Dickens and Coach Diane Arrington. Index 117 The supporters are our community. These are the people that help to make this year book a reality. This is only one example of the loy- alty of the business and sports fans of Gurdon. Special thanks are given to the loyal supporters of the community that have shown their strength and support of education and its benefits in this year of 1982. ON Supporters Students participating in the Close Up program in Washington were sponsored by the Gurdon clubs and businesses. A program on use of computers was demonstrated to the Lydia Wright Club. These were bought with a grant from International Paper Company. The First National Bank president, Jerry Land, awarded plaques to the winning basketball team. (Supporters) Division 119 RICKETTS AUTO PARTS and DIESEL SERVICE 353-4452 We Buy All Types of Land and Timber G S TIMBER, INC. P.O. Box 218 Gurdon, AR 71743 Phone 353-2362 Glen Currey William Hasley Home 246-7929 Wood Foreman Home 246-4910 Beaut jCciUjt Teae itui MODfcRN INSTRUCTION EXCELLENT TPAINING ENROLL NOW APPROVED BY VETERANS ADM REHABILITATION CENTER COMPLETE BEAUTY SERVICE FOR APPOINTMENTS BY PROFESSIONALS OR STUDENTS We Want to Thank Dr. and Mrs. Ronald Padgett for their Support in the 1982 Gurdonian SHELTER INSURANCE COMPANIES DAVID A. CLINTON AGENT 102 West Pine, P.O. Box 1 Gurdon, Arkansas 71743 BUS: (501) 353-2131 RES: (501) 353-2908 120 Ads Compliments of CABE OIL COMPANY 108 Front Street Gurdon, AR 353-2063 LOWELL E. NELSON SPORTING GOODS COMPANY, INC. Mockingbird Village, 2907 Pine St., P.0. Box 966 Arkadelphia, Arkansas 71923 THE GURDON TIMES A Weekly Newspaper Printed for the People of Clark County Ads 121 Congratulations Seniors Compliments of PIG0LY WIGGLY Home Owned and Operated 506 Main 353-2818 RESIDENTIAL RURAL PROPERTY PHONE 353-2834 HOME 353-2811 la REALTOR GILLS REALTY 601 E. MAIN STREET GURDON. ARK 71743 BURL GILLS BROKER MARTHA GILLS OFFICE MGR SALES SAFEWAY Pine Plaza Arkadelphia, AR UNITED ARTISTS V THEATRES Congratulations to the Senior Class of 1982! We sincerely appreciate our many fine patrons from Gurdon ... We strive to present the very finest in motion picture entertainment! 122 Ads Gurdon Florist Austin’s IGA Foodliner Austin’s Department Store Austin’s Bargain Center Austin’s True Value Hardware Austin’s Furniture Appliance Austin Mary Lou RUDOLPH AND COMPANY 7 CHEVROLET U Charles Ledbetter Chevrolet, Inc. HWY. 67 NORTH GURDON, ARK. 71743 BUS. PH. 501-353-4404 Charles N. Ledbetter 501-246-2231 President HOME PH. 501-353-2603 124 Ads Ads 125 PEANUT FRIED CHICKEN Hwy 67 N. Gurdon, Arkansas RON STRICKLIN —Owner Four Way Tie Lumber Co., Inc. P.O. Box 177 Gurdon, Arkansas 71743 Robert Smithpeters Gurdon's Only Barber Beauty Shop POTTER'S BARBER BEAUTY CARE PAUL TOMMY POTTER Phone—353-2642 Connie’s Auto Glass Furniture Upholstery Mobile Glass Service Corner of Arkansas Highway 4 and 57 PHONE: 836-6965 lO MAf hJ Open 5:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. Daily One Stop Gas and Grocery 512 East Main 353-6643 STEWART’S EXXON HUGHES photography Tuxedo Rental ditto and Caddo Streets Arkadelpdia Arkansas 71923 Blanton’s Wheel and Muffler Front Street PHONE: 353-4864 AUTO PARTS AND GLASS COMPANY 126 Ads FIRST NATIONAL BANK Gurdon’s Friendliest Bank Phone Time Temperature 353-2521 353-2526 Ads 127 353-2544 353-2635 NIGHT GURDON MACHINE DILLARD’S SHOP WRECKER SERVICE TOW ANYWHERE 24 HOURS A DAY DOUG’S GROCERY and STATION James Mackey Dillard 1-30 53 Highway Owner Operators Gurdon, Arkansas 71743 Hwy 53 Gurdon BILL’S MEDDAC — cosmetics — jewelry — candy — brass items Emsco °f Arkansas Gurdon “Rec” Center “Gaines for the entire family.” 353-9924 TKiTlituJGe'u (yizsafuucte 246-5245 Hwy. 67 North Arkadelphia, Arkansas Ads Compliments of SMITHPETERS KERR McGEE Thomerson Drug Store Roy Thomerson Robert Jacobs Larry Thomerson Owners 113 East First Gurdon, AR 353-4442 SOUTHWEST SPORTING GOODS Arkadelphia, Arkansas Congratulations to the Senior Class of 1982 from John W. Scarborough, M.D. Practica of General Medicine 204 East Walnut Street Gurdon, Arkansas 71743 Office Hours By Appointment Telephone 353-4486 RUTH'S FASHION SHOP, INC. GURDON FEED STORE Congratulations Seniors GURDON SUPPLY PLUMBING-BUILDERS Everything for the Builder SHERMAN JESTER —Owner 353-2805 410 E. Main 130 Ads ■ RITA R. NELSON FREDDIE'S Q) ■ Agency DAISY QUEEN o Insurance FREDDIE HORNE, Owner V Real Estate Orders to Go 353 4461 DAN COOKS H R Block Tax Service Phone 353-4231 Highway 67 Elm Gurdon, Ark. 71 743 2 H 6IH SJ ARkadEiPhiA ark 21923 PHONE 246-9823 Highway 53 Gurdon, AR Compliments of TRADING POST FREDDIE HORNE, Owner Freeze King Highway 67 South Surdon, Ark. 71 743 Compliments of Ads 131 HORNE'S FUNERAL HOME Phone 501-246-2409 HWY. 67 SOUTH GUM SPRINGS Nix Equipment Company, Inc. Tree Farmer Log Skidders Log Hog Loaders Esco Clark STAN ESCALANTE GARY JENNINGS Parts Manager Salesman 501-353-4933 LARRY NIX Owner Manager 501-353-2670 DON STONE BUILDER’S, INC. Gei eral Contractor's Residential Commercial “ eu t to (fovr p M, «� ' 353-491? 353-2725 CONGRATULATIONS To AU _ .. GO-DEVILS IS JWol from L rvni i iwjjuuo REYNOLDS METALS THEIR TIME TO SHINE During the course of ’82 there were some special times. Times that students shined. These are some of those times. Senior football players on the night of coronation. As the lights dim these characters begin to shine. 134 Time to Shine After giving generously of her expertise, time and self, Mrs. Davies is retiring. Many changes have come about in her department due to her awareness of new de- velopments in the business field. Her success as a teacher is in the businesses today working. She has had many students to go on into the business field and should be com- memorated for her work. A money corsage from Middle and Elemen- tary Schools was given first. A bonus from the school board came next. A gift from the High School Faculty was presented by Mr. Hardin. Time to Shine 135 £Making Things 'Happen With a Beautiful Finish Events do not just happen — planning, practice and experience all play an important role. Physics projects could be disastrous if not properly executed. Teams are vic- torious because of practice and ded- ication. A parade under the guid- ance of a marshal is assured of a success. Representatives to Boys’ State had proved their abilities as students. Artistic abilities also bring about changes. Making things hap- pen with a beautiful finish takes much hard work and dedication. Building a boat for a physics project is jus- tified by Phillip Jester. The American Legion selected Jeff Garland and Brian Caldwell to represent Gurdon at Boys’ State. 136 Closing The responsibility of being a parade marshal was part of Pat Franklin’s duty as Student Council secretary. Changing Wayne Kuhn into a ruffian was possible as Mrs. Slayton applied make up. The art department made things happen for the senior play as Gary Dickerson draws this flat. Getting the tip off made things happen for Thomas Gulley and the Go-Devils. Closing 137 cjLook We Found Each day in school is different from the preceding one. It is never the same old thing. Only in one class do you find admission to be a live crayfish or a frog. When the stomach of the crayfish or frog was cut open, “Look what we found,” could be heard all over the room. Cartoons as seen by art students were found on trash barrels. Spring fling brought out hidden skills. Hidden talents in individual physical abilities were found in track. Freshmen were introduced to a whole new world when they came to high school. These are only a few of the new and different activities found. Funnel cake proves to be Lester McClure’s dish. New magazine storage boxes are labeled by Leah Weatherford. A new way to wear stoles was shown by NHS members. 138 Closing Open campus is a new experience for the Freshmen. Not only catching a crayfish but dissecting one is required of biology students, Kevin Brown and Greg Henry. Using his creative skills Mike Griffin assisted in painting the trash cans for the City Park. During the athletics award assembly Coach Thrower presented Ron- nie Land with a track award. Closing 139 making an _______— Taking it from the top comes as experimenting in chemistry allows the students to actually relate the practical knowledge of the textbook. Assisting in set- ting up for the visiting assembly programs gives an insight into other professions and what is required of them. Not all learning goes on in the class room. Stu- dents listen when the other person speaks. This is an important part of communications. Assisting in the set up of the Nutcracker Suite are Scott Brady, Chris Shaw and Shawn McDougald. Taking it from the Top Taking advantage of a last opportunity to catch up on the latest news. 140 Closing An opportunity to exchange the latest news came for Bonnie Bray and Mario Clayton during the FHA banquet. Proving that CO2 does not support combustion, Blake Gills used the model fire extinguisher. Closing 141 Sound the Alarm ! Sounds are being made each day and stimulate various reactions. The band produces sounds in rhythm. Crowds create sounds that are not in rhythm. Listening for sounds is an important part of our daily lives. Instructions are dependent on sounds, — as goes the sound so goes the year. The Go-Devil, the school mascot, is portrayed by Rhonda Plyler during the homecoming parade. Being a spectator during a tennis match, causes Tommy Karr anxiety. Binding the hands of Vera Strong (Robbie Norman) didn’t prevent her from Sounding the Alarm. 142 Closing At a football game, Mary Selph, expresses her ability to play the flute to the crowd dur- ing half time. Assistant coach, Greg Brown, watches care- fully from the side lines as he listens through the head set for the calls from the press box. “It’s great to be a Go-Devil,’’ was heard loud and clear as the crowd cheered the De- vils to victory over Hall. Closing 143 May 29th was a significant date t Freshmen, Sophomores, and Juniors. A the school buses made the circle drive an pulled off the campus, it marked the en and beginning. The end of'82 school yet and the beginning of another for studeni and teachers alike. CAVOIN All AN}� !