Gurdon High School - Gurdonian Yearbook (Gurdon, AR)

Text from Pages 1 - 152 of the 1985 volume:

STUDENT LIFE Focus on Individual'' Sixty-seven Seniors graduate 36 ACADEMICS Skills vs Proficiency Fifty-nine and one half units. Twenty three teachers for Three hundred students. 64 ACTIVITIES Action and Interaction Tennis team Wins District 120 ADS Community Cooperation Close-Up a Community Project POTPOURRI '85 GURDONIAN VOLUME 28 GURDON HIGH SCHOOL GURDON, ARKANSAS 71743 Title Page 1 GURDONIAN HONORS MR. JOHN HARDIN Words cannot express the respect and admiration the students, faculty and patrons for this dedicated professional school man. Mr. Hardin spent thirteen as principal of Gurdon High School. During this time many changes have been made that have improved the quality of education for Gurdon High School. Gurdon High School is known to have well disciplined student body. This was evident by comments of visitors during the North Central Evaluation and field trips. Firm guidance, fair treatment, equality for all exemplify the qualities students remember in Mr. Hardin. it is with great esteem and appreciation that the 1985 Gurdonian honors JOHN HARDIN - EDUCATOR. One of Mr. Hardin's last duties as principal is the presentation of graduates to school board. Each graduate receives a diploma as their name is called. Familiar to All: Gurdon High School, John Hardin speaking. Record keeping is a part of the principal's responsibilities. One of Mr. Hardin's pet projects - awards for perfect attendance for one year, two years, three years and four years. Honorarium 3 Taking Off Into The New School Year New courses, new students and new teachers make each year innovating experiences. Science classes perform experiments that are classic but are different from the year before due to students, materials and season. These are some of the ingredients that make each different. As the year progresses the potpourri of fun and insights is evident. Computers, a new innovation in education, opens doors for students in and out of school. This is one of the many ways education is keeping step with the business world. Using his study hall wisely. Rod Brown prepares his homework. Art exhibit in the media center included Craig Weatherford's exhibit that he is explaining to Mrs. Downey. 4 Opening Corns and beans are checked daily by James Anderson to show their rate of growth in biology. The news of the days' events are compared by Regina Robinson and Shawn Hurst as Pam Ross looks on. Game playing on the computer is a challenge for Tammy West and Renee Sparks. The balloon for Mrs. Whitfield' - birthday carries a revealing message. “Expressions speak louder than words'' for Bonnie Bray as her award is announced. Opening 5 Times Change ... But The Magic Doesn't When September comes there is a certain magic in the air that means football, homecoming and parades. Each season brings its own special feeling; Valentines, flowers and balloons. With spring, biology students collect flowers. Spring fever , a disease students contract is evident as they move slower and slower on their way to class. Punk denotes change. That is evident in the dress and hairstyles in the hall and classrooms. Neon colors are part of dress changes are followed by students in social studies. Science class follow change of direction as experiments unfold with pulleys and levers. Valentine flowers are delivered by Bobo the Clown to Karen Plasek. Searching for current events is made easier for Quinn Burks by the new newspaper rack. Looking through the flower books, Regina Robinson recalls her flower collecting. 6 Opening Learning how to operate a fixed pulley in a general science experiment isn't always easy as shown by Jenifer Bradley, Chris Shaver and Von Crain. Using his free time during Close-Up, At the ringing of the bell, students Bernard Hatley visits Commander slowly walk to the main building to Salamanders, a punk shop. begin the school day. Opening 7 Test And Reliabilities One of the qualities that students show is reliability. This trait is necessary for achieve- ment in athletic, academic or extracurricular activities. Testing is a measure to compare improvement and to show excellence. Students who are willing to give of themselves and go the “extra mile by training, par- ticipating in outside activities and have pride in work well done are the reliable ones. Being given the prestigious all-sports trophy is Debra Anderson. It takes patience for Ronnie Baker to prepare a poster in General Science. Putting the last minute touches on the senior float are Julian Marks and Aundra Henry. Stirring sugar to find its equilibrium level proved to be more difficult than Johnny Key, Karen Jester, Myra Ursery, and Alisa McMaster anticipated. 8 Opening What does Eric Hughes and the Thinker” have in common? Advanced math problems are a trial for Allen McQuirt. Passengers on the cruise ship the S.S. Vengeance are tested by the pirate, Chad Caldwell and Jon Jester. Opening 9 Secretary - Mrs. Marge Renfro Bookkeeper - Mrs. Jacquie Qarland 10 Administration EDUCATOR'S PLAN Education is making many changes. The state legislature set up new guidelines to be implemented by 1987-. Teacher testing was evoked as part of the governor's education policies. All these are present changes that the administration must deal with. A Building program was necessary for elementary school due to the increased enrollment and the guidelines. The school board consists of five members elected by the patrons of the district. These dedicated men and women have a challenge - to meet the budget with the ever increasing cost of living, maintaining Worth Central require- ments, setting policies for all three schools and acting as a liaison between patrons and school. Overall future plans include new building program for high school. In serving in this administrative capacity the efforts are often taken for granted and misinter- preted due to lack of information. Appreciation is extended to these people for making quality education possible. Superintendent of Gurdon Public Schools - Mr. Bobby Smithson Administration 11 At graduation Mr. Smithson introduces board members Gurdon School Board members are Boyce Stone, Robert Thomas, Anita Cage - President, Ronald Padgett - Secretary, and Joe Tom Stricklin. As president of the board Mrs. Cabe presents Aundra Henry his diploma. A. viR ACTION OF EDUCATORS The primary aim of educators is to provide a well rounded education for all students. This year our school was participating in North Central Evaluation. Each department made a study showing strengths, weakness and recommendations for each. This system of evaluation for all member school enables administration and faculty to review and evaluate the aims, philosophy, and objec- tives of the school. The role of the principal's office is to direct the policies set by the board. With the aid of the counselor, teachers, and office staff schedules are kept and a well disciplined school is the result of the combined efforts. Principal - Mr. John Hardin During awards assembly, Mr. Hardin delivers scholar- ship awards to Robbie West and Michael Saunders from Henderson State University. 12 Administration On national Secretary Week Mrs. Allen, school secretary was north Central Evaluation is every seven years in member honored as being number one. school. The office of Mrs. McQill directs and advises students with curriculum. Administration 13 David Amerson, Arkan- sas History, World History, Boys Track . Mona Anderson, Ad- vanced English IV, English IV, Spanish I 8e II, Spanish Club sponsor. Choral Club sponsor ............. Alan Blackwell, Agricul- ture, FFA sponsor ... Joanne Breedlove, Li- brary, Library Science Club sponsor ........ Randy Callcy, Auto Mechanics ........... Kathy Griffin. Health, Girls Basketball, Physical Education .. Lisa Hardin. Office Procedures, Typing I, Introduction to Data Processing, Data Processing........... John Middleton, General Math, Business Math, Fundamental Math, Pre-Algebra, Student Council sponsor ..... Billie Miller, COE. Typing 1 8c II, FBLA spon- sor ................... Marion Mitchell. English I, Typing I, Office Procedures, Introduc- tion to Data Process- ing ................... Keith Moore. Band, Choral Club spon- sor ................... Robbie McKinnon, Home Economics. F.H.A. sponsor ............. Sandra Pentecost, Special Education ... Jim Rice, Bookkeeping, Football, Arkansas History ............. Bonnie Ross. Algebra I, Geometry, Physics ... Teachers Who Make A Difference Teachers had to make a lot of sacrifices this year due to the proposed educational standards of Governor's Clinton and the law stating that all schools would begin the school year after Labor Day. The teacher testing law caused much controversy, bad images and bad attitudes toward teachers. But none of the above affected the teachers' performance in the classroom. They taught with all the compassion and competency as never before. Despite all Iobstacles, their performance was excellent. Giving of time and talents beyond the assigned duties is an attribute of a devoted teacher. These are the teachers who make a difference. D U Critiquing the artwork of Luke Easley and Pam McMillan is Mrs. Debbie White, art teacher. 14 Faculty John Ware. Physica! Science, Earth Science, Boys Basket- ball ................. Shirley Wells. English I III, Advanced English III. Speech, Beta Sponsor ........... Debbie White, Art, Art Club Sponsor ...... Sandra Whitfield, Government and World Affairs, English I, Civics, American History ........... Anne Selph, Computer Science, Advanced Math, Algebra II .... Betty Slayton. General Science, Biology, Chemistry, Yearbook sponsor ............. Jim Stlffier, Driver's Education, American History ............. Predie Thrower, Health, Football, P.E........ Mary Vandiver, Ad- vanced English I 6t II, English I II, Jour- nalism, Devil Sheet sponsor, national Honor Society spon- sor ................... Proudly showing off his new grandchild Is Coach StifFler. Listening to her students explain geometry problems is Mrs. Bonnie Ross. Fourth nine weeks instructor in English 1, Introduction to Data Processing, Typing I, and Office Procedures • Mrs. Kay Downey. Faculty 15 focus on INDIVIDUALS Focusing on individuals is shown through this yearbook to show a complete picture of the student body and faculty. The photos focused on many activities and new experiences as athletics, new classes, a new student from Singapore, attending school, and performing the daily routine as going to classes, preparing homework and trying to stay awake during school hours. Each picture is a part of the complete picture of Qurdon High School. Learning how to operate a fixed pulley is Carlton Ollison and Jeff Overton. Adjusting to a new school and culture was easy for Pauline Yap, who moved to Ourdon from Singapore. 16 Division Working with nursery school aged and primary school aged children was a class for Amy Melugin Dodwell and Belinda Qovan. Being ranked third in the State - AA Girls 3200m run was an accomplishment for Loretta Young. Being offensive and defensive player of the year in Jr. Girls' Basketball was an honor for Marilyn Giles. Division 17 Kim Allen Debra Anderson Matthew Balch Kim Benson Yolanda Bowie Bonnie Bray Clay Britt Rodney Burris Brenda Burton Teresa Christopher Brian Clark Talitha Cooks ARMED WITH EXPERIENCE co cc o Armed with experience is the challenge of each member of the senior class, new encounters bring another test to enrich know- ledge that will better prepare the students for the world outside their present realm. Experience is the teacher but learning makes the pathway smoother. For his excellence in track. Woody Henry is awarded by Coach Amer- son. E co 18 Seniors Karen Dickens Lisa Dickerson Patricia Dickerson Jeff Dillard Amy Dodwell Luke Easley Patrice Edwards Tonya Ellis Richie Frizzell Amy Giles Belinda Govan Terence Gulley Senior Class Officers: President, Michael Lane; Vice- President, Michael Saunders; Secretary, Brenda Burton; Treasurer, Tommie Lynn Stiffler; and Representatives, Sandy McKenzie and Wade Matlock. Sponsors: David Amerson, Kathy Griffin, Robbie McKinnon, Jim Stiffler, and Mary Vandiver. The Senior Booth during Spring Fling — Dating Service'' by computers — was ran by Sarah Overton and Michael Saunders. Seniors 19 Debbie Ham Andra Heniy Woody Henry Renee House Matthew Johnson Teresa Jones Jon Kuhn Michael Lane Alice Leverette Stephen Long Julian Marks Wade Matlock Cr CC o S co A YEAR LIKE MO OTHER Each year has different high-lights; - '85 was no exception. First school did not start until after Labor Day. The snow came in January and extended the school year one week, north Central Re-evaluation was part of our year. Regulations were passed by state legislation to change the holidays, new faculty members brought changes and the band excelled, bringing home top ratings. 20 Seniors One of the members of the art club, Freddie Thompson waits in the court yard for guides at the Arkansas Art Center. Marilyn McCauley Lester McClure Rita McClure David McDonald Allen McGuirt Sandy McKenzie Ricky McKinney Bret neathery Adrienne nelson Chris nelson Sarah Overton Stephen Pennington Getting Luke Easley ready for graduation takes combined effort Traditionally, the Junior class presents the Seniors with of Mrs. Wells and Clay Cabe. flowers for each class member. Seniors 21 Karen Plasek Deretha Quinney rieena Riggs Terry Rogers Kaylynn Ross Michael Saunders Shelly Selph Darren Simpson OUR TIME TO SHIME With diploma in hand, Steve Long exits platform. 22 Seniors Rhonda Stone Ada Tate Freddie Thompson John Toland Nary Wells Scottie Wells Robbie West Teresa Williams Seniors 23 Touchdown pass caught by Darren Simpson. . Rising To The Occasion The 1984-85 Junior Class had many responsibilities. They encountered new experiences that came with being an upper- classmen. The Junior Play, the Jr.-Sr. Prom, and Magazine sales are just a few of these details to be mastered. What- ever the task, the class ans- wered the challenge with united effort. Planning for the spring festivities, many participated in committees, each contributing to the whole idea. Through all the hard work, they did their job of rising to the occasion. Junior Class Officers: President, Anth- ony Brown; Vice-President, Alisa McMas- ter; Secretary, Stacey Alien; Treasurer, Debbie Lemay; Reporter, Sonny Harkey; Representatives, Sharon Jones and Johnny Key. Sponsors: John Middleton, Sandra Pentecost, Bonnie Ross, and Sandra Whitfield. Brian Abbott Stacey Allen David Anderson Ronnie Baird Denise Balch Andra Barnes Wayne Baumgardner Ricky Beals Mark Bear Billy Bolt Anthony Brown Quinn Burks Clay Cabe Chad Caldwell Melissa Calley t Randy Clark Donna Cooper M Sammy Cox f I Jeff Craig Bunker Dickens CO cc o 24 Juniors Deana Dickey Johnny Dier Mark Francis Nina Hardage Sonny Harkey Bernard Hatley George Henry Michele Hughes Robin Hurst Shawn Hurst Jon Jester Karen Jester Alan Jones Darrel Jones Sharon Jones Johnny Key Tina Lane Debbie Lemay Tina Marks Roger Marlow During lunch Darrel Jones, Michael Slater, Mark Bear, and Ronnie Baird enjoy a very intellectual conversation. Don't you think Bernard Hatley, Clay Cabe and the other Juniors have saying cheese mastered by now? Juniors 25 Todd McBride Cyndi McClure Kim McClure James McCoy Robert McGill Cindi McGuirt Alisa McMaster Pam McMillan Tammy Miers Dennis Overcast Rodney Pepper John Prince Regina Robinson Michael Slater Daniel Smith David Smith Taisha Smith Keith Smithpeters Karen Summerville Doyle Talley CO O c D COPING WITH PRESSURE Can you believe it? Shawn Hurst in D-E-E-P Passing out candy. President Anthony Brown, and others, hope for concentration? good results. 26 Juniors Karen Thomas Myra Ursery Lisa Vaughn Hosea Walker Jimmy Walker Shelly Wells Sherry Wells James West Bobby West Pauline Yap Loretta Young Teresa Young For excellence in basketball, Johnny Key is awarded a plaque by Coach Rice. The Devine Sisters, Regina Robinson, Stacey Allen, and Taisha Smith, dancing to Cabaret during the Junior Play. Juniors; Sammy Cox and Keith Smithpeters fold Graduation Programs. Juniors 27 James Anderson Patrick Anderson Terry Anderson Tammy Beck Yvette Bolton Vickie Boyce Rod Brown David Burris Black Butler Diana Cagle Paul Calley Scott Clark David Clingan Bruce Cogbum Donna Crews Tony Conningham Chad Dillard Chris Dublin Charlotte Easley Dedra Eckert cc o E O E Dm O CO MOVING ON UP The sophomore class is definitely moving on up. They have just completed their first year of high school and are starting their second. They have only three more to go. You can tell how they're maturing by noticing how responsible they've become. They have joined, beta, athletics, and other extra curricular activities in high school. To cope with all their extra coming and goings they have obtained their drivers license; one of their most prestigious achievements. All this is what shows the growth of a soph- omore student. Sophomore officers for 1984-85 are: President; Todd King; Vice President, Vickie Boyce; Secretary, Dana Rutherford; Treasurer, Tammie West; and Reporter. David Clingan sponsors: J. Breedlove, A. Blackwell, B. J. Miller, A. Selph, and P. Thrower 28 Sophomores Lesa Evans Clay Flowers Larry Giles Dwight Govan Brenda Hansen Aundrea Harper Tammy Henery Tina Henery Tracy Hill Joey Howell Eric Hughes Dorothy Ivory Toby Jones Jimmy Don Karr Vanda Kennel Todd King Bamara Kusturin David Lacy Amy Matlock Randy McKinney Little by little, inch by inch maybe Ronald Payne will finally prick Tammy West and Patrick Anderson compare notes and try his finger. to name their seed pods. Sophomores 29 co O £ O c Hn o co • Stacy Merril David McCIellend Tammie Mix Ronald Payne Joey Pennington Ramsey Perkins Anthony Poll ins Ray Potter Brett Renfro Courtney Robbs Sherry Roberson Carrie Roe Michail Roers Pam Ross Bertha Russey Dana Rutherford Cynthia Schee Charles Smith Tracy Smith Chris Smithpeters an EXPEDITION INTO THE FUTURE The sophomore class started the year with a bang. They are proving to themselves and to others that they are ready to take charge. To show their maturity they have marched in their first homecoming and are really just becoming accustom to being high school students. They are exploring their yesterdays because they are the future of today. What blood am I? Later Rod Brown, David Burris, and James Anderson will be able to answer the question. 30 Sophomores Jay Smithpeters Renee Sparks Janine Stone Toby Talley Warrie Taylor Robbie Turner Dawn Vickers Craig Weatherford Jonathan Weems Tammy West Lori Williams Ivory Young Linda Young Starting the biology year off right by making a butterfly box is Clay Flowers. Watching the world go by is a great pastime for Ray Potter and Scott Clark. Receiving a letterman Jacket for basketball is Rod Brown. Sophomores 31 Allen, Charles Allen, Thomas Baker, Ronnie Benson, Angela Berry, Laveme Booker, Chandra Bradley, Jennifer Buck, Angela Butler, Rachel Cooks, Tatrina Cooper, Qayla Crain, Von Crews, Nathan Davidson, Amber Davis, Dillard Davis, Kevin Dickens, Buford Dickerson, Shanna Drake, Timothy Edwards, Cathy Ellis, Todd Ellis, Tracey Fields, Micki Ford, Mickey A BIQ JUMP The Freshmen class of 1984-1985 encountered a new feeling of excitement, on September 5, as they entered the halls of GHS. All new classes, new teachers with the privilege of open campus, presented a challenge. The Freshmen class, made up of 94 students, the largest class in high school had many new experiences, detentions hall, book covers, folders, floats. Spring fling, are a few to remember. It is difficult to be low man on the totem pole, when you have been at the top for a whole year. One of the first things to be learned is respect for upperclassmen. The Freshmen class officers for the 1984-85 year are: President - Jeff Overton, Secretary - Jennifer Bradley, Reporter - Beth Gills, Treasurer - Kevin Smithpeters. Class sponsors are: Mona Anderson, Jim Rice, Debbie White, Shirley Wells. 32 Freshmen Fulmer, Lara Gentry, Dana Giles, James Giles, Marilyn Gills, Beth Goza, Michelle Halliday, Christi Hansen, Rhonda Harper, Chris Hatley, Christi Hawthorne, Tenya Henry, Adrian Hilton, Kevin Hughes, Franklin Hughes, Tommy Ray Ivory, Charleszetta Jester, Janae Jester, Rusty Johnson, Cindy Kelley, Betty Key, Steven Knox, Stephen Kuhn, Brett Ledbetter, Joey Caught unaware, Robbie Roque is observed searching a magazine for new ideas in Outdoor Life. Observation of an experiment in heat are being written up by Chris Shaver and Dana Gentry. Freshmen 33 In the morning on the comer the familiar circle is made by Gayia Cooper, Regina Purifoy, Waynonna Schee and Stephanie Martin as they share the latest news. During the Spring Fling, some Freshmen try a chance at throwing the ring over the Dr. Pepper. E cO CQ C'C Ledbetter, Rusty Lee, Carmen Long, Dancy Malcom, Chris Marks, Shanna Martin, Stephnie Morrison, Audrey McClure, Jacki McClure, John McMaster, Clay McDabb, Tommy Joe McNeil, James Dorman, David Ollison, Carlton Overton, Jeff Patterson, Susan Pepper, Charles Pollins, Roy Purifoy, Regina Quarles, Tonya Rogers, Harry Roque, Robbie Ross, Charles Rutherford, Melissa 34 Freshmen Heat is energy, movement of these particles is being watched by Lynn Trout The Spring Fling Volleyball game, between the faculty and Senior High girls, is watched by Audrey Morrison. Schee, Waynonna Seymore, Teresa Sharp, Buddy Shaver, Chris Sikes, Ricky Simpson, Wendy Smith, Rachael Smithpeters, Kevin Sparks, Stacey Stephens, Rachael Trout, Lynn Walker, Sandra Watson, Robert Webb, Michael Wemms, Mark Whisenhunt, Kelley White, Tracey Wiley, Deanna Williams, Erica Williams, Paul Williams, Tonya Williams, Tosha Freshmen 35 SKILLS VS. PROFICIENCY Mastering the skills the faculty teaches you is a challenge for all students. Football players mastered their skills and finished with a season record of six wins and four losses. The GHS Concert Band mastered their musical skills by receiving excellent and superior ratings at many music competition. Students learn discipline and the importance of being skillful in many areas. Preparing to do a chemistry experiment is Bernard Hatley. Helping David Burris with a math problem is Mrs. Ross. 36 Division Discussing current issues with his Civics class is Coach Amerson. Outlining the chapter in World History class is not one of Chris Smithpeter's favorite things. Working to complete an assigned computer program is Michae! Lane. Division 37 CRITERIA FOR I I I | I I r 1 1 I j| I 1 C T To get to know a dandelion, David Lacy and 1 -1 -i- X 11 1 V-l Terry Anderson gather specimens. Science courses offered to meet needs of students are General Science, Earth Science, Physical Science, Biology, Chemistry and Physics. Laboratory work is of prime importance for students learn by doing . Individual exper- iments performed in chemistry give students first hand insight into chemical reactions. Plant and animal, in and out of classroom, offer many learning and varied experiences. Under- standing the world we live in is only possible by knowledge of the various fields of science. Our environment becomes more vital to the world each year. Weighing element before and after heating shows Anthony Brown water of crystallization. After blood is drawn Jimmy Don Karr prepares slide for blood typing. After the slide has dried Eric Hughes will be able to tell his blood type. It takes a long time for David Anderson, Keith Smithpeters and Melissa Calley to find the saturation point. Measuring temperatures help Jon Kuhn to specific heat. Science 39 APPROACHING SOLUTIONS There are seven classes of math offered. They are Fundamental Math, General Math, Pre-Algebra, Algebra 1, Algebra 11, Geometry, and Advanced Math. The math department consists of three instructors. Math classes are unique and unpredictable. Students are writing problems on the board and trying to decipher the messages on the teacher's bulletin boards. The language of math is totally uncomprehensible unless you have some background of math. An added attraction to math classes this year was the computer. Math is a unusual course that approaches solutions. Busily preparing math homework is a must. Looking for the hidden messages op. Mrs. Ross' bulletin board are Eric Hughes and David Burris. 40 Math FOUNDATIONS OF 1 ADVANCED MATHEMATICS GEOMETRY FOR uTODAY MATHEMATICS FOR 1ViCONSUMER SURVIVAL MOVING TO METRIC MEASUREMENT Helping Carlton Ollison with his Algebra is Mrs. Ross. Studying for a big test in geometry requires much concentration. Math 41 Many hours were spent in the library by Robbie Turner. A glimpse at the Sophomores during one of Mrs. Vandiver's classes. 42 Liberal Arts EXPLORING THE WORLD During the noon hour, Denis Overcast, Pauline Yap and Melissa Calley studied English. To study the world it is essential that the student be proficient in communication. This is accomplished by study of language and literature. It becomes evident in studying the culture and history of the people that the language and literature are interconnected. Students in grades 9-12 are required to have English. Social studies help students view the world from the past, present, and future. 1985 being a political year, involved local county, state and national issues. How these influenced our world is of great importance. A visit of Arkansas History classes to Old Washington brought the past to the present. A deeper appreciation of our state, its leaders, and our history was the result. Those concerned with history joined other history buffs when historical organization recognized their interest. •ffui T ve S , Ttvtv a. 96 C°4f ?SUtiorv The Tavern Inn was a stopping place for stage coaches. Woodsman of the World, a national organization, recognized David Ander- son for an outstanding scholarship in American History. The blacksmith, James Black, maker of the Bowie knife played a part in the history of Old Washington . Washington was the site of the Con- federate State Capitol - 1863-1865. Liberal Arts 43 HELPING STUDENTS TO INTEGRATE NEEDS A course in Drivers' Education is offered to many student who desire to learn the skills of safe driving. There are many advantages in taking the course. One of these is a student who maintains a B average and has completed the course there will be a ten percent discount on their insurance policies. The other advantage is that a student learns how to be a offensive and defensive driver. 44 Driver's Education ROAD SIQNS Preparing to go for a drive, Joey Pennington and Jay Smithpeters hope to add driving hours. Waiting for students, Mr. Stiffler occupies the seat with the extra seat. Driver's Education 45 WHO'S PUSHING THE BUTTON? Business classes offer opportunities and training for those interested in business and office occupations. The curriculum provides training to those students who want business subjects for personal use, to those who want a good academic foundation for additional study on a higher level and to those who plan to seek employment using their business skills. Business education is vital to the total program of education. The business courses offered are Typing 1, Typing II, Office Procedures, Accounting, Busi- ness Math, Cooperative Office Education, Computer Science, Introduction to Data Process- ing and Word Processing. Time writings make beginning typists anxious. Helping Shelly Selph write a computer program is Mrs. Selph. 46 Business Preparing Shawn Hurst to go out into the business world is Lisa Hardin. Fourth nine weeks business instructor - Mrs. Kay Downey. Business instructor, Lisa Hardin, shows Stacey Allen how to make a good impression at an interview. Business 47 MUSIC ..................... A MEW APPROACH A new approach was soon noted by band members. A new director brings fresh new ideas. The Music Department consists of Band I, sixth grade, Band II, seventh grade. Band III, grades eight through twelve - (this is a new approach). Activities for band start before school with practice for football games and marching. The band's participation added to the whole. What would a football game be without a band? Concert season followed with Christmas concert, solo ensemble concerts, clinics and festivals. Participation in these events requires many additional hours of practice as an individual and as a group. Auxiliary units, majorettes and flag corps, attended summer camp. Their performance proved that hard work can be rewarding. Records for the year showed that practice made perfect”. Brass section with Chris Nelson on trombone plays in concert band. Preparation for Spring Concert. Sorting out the music for three band is important for Mr. Moore. 48 Music The band played their final performance at graduation. Recipient of the John Philip Sousa Award, Rodney Burris. The band prepared to play Pomp and Cir- Arranging music in order for Spring cumstance for processional. Concert. Music 49 PICTURE WITHOUT CAMERAS There are many ways of expression besides the written word. Art enables the individual to create and become aware of their surroundings and develop their own self-esteem resulting in expression through art techniques. Various art form are presented including: pottery, still life, portraits, plaster, paper mache and linoleum cuts. Media used are: pencil, charcoal, pastels, acrylics, tempra, clay and plaster. Pictures designed by students have qualities never shown with those made with a camera. Arkansas Federated Clubs presented Jeff Overton an award for his artwork. Throwing pottery on the wheel is a technique being used by Pam McMillan. The drawing of Ronnie Baird was chosen to be part of the Young Artist Traveling Exhibit sponsored by the Arkansas Art Council. 50 Art Art 51 EL CLASE DE ESPANOL The Spanish class of 1984-85 broadened their horizons. They studied all about the cultures and languages of Spanish speaking countries. The Spanish department consists of Spanish 1 and II. These were taught by Mrs. Nona Anderson. The classes used many resources such as: books, tape recorders, filmstrips, transla- tions of letters and stories, and making their own nursery booklets. The class went to Little Rock to compete in a foreign language festival at which they brought back trophies and first, second, and third place ribbons. This was to test their ability to speak and write Spanish more fluently. Some' parts of the language will always be remembered. The culture of the people are reflected in our world today. Slaving over a hot stove is what it is all about, as Shanna Marks, Adrienne Nelson, and James Anderson demon- strate their ability to prepare food. Spanish students that participated in the foreign language festival and brought home awards are: Shanna Marks, Clay Flowers, Teresa Seymore, Lesa Evans, Beth Gills, Robbie Turner, Ada Jean Tate, Warrie Taylor, Michele Goza, Rhonda Hanson, and Erica Williams. 52 Spanish Club Standing guard before dragons cave on Spanish float is Robbie Turner. It's buffet style for all to find out how the cooks are at preparing Mexican food. Spanish Club 53 ACCENT ON VOCATIONAL AGRICULTURE The Agriculture Department has been changed to where there is a special welding class, electrician and ani-science classes, which the members have some experiences in these trades. A special wood working class was made to help students in carpentry. Remodeling of the building took place this summer in hope for a better learning facility. The F.F.A. boys were an important part of the work on this building. The Parliamentary team of Qurdon F.F.A. consisted of Allen McGurit, Richie Frizzell, Mark Bear, David Burris, Michael Slater, Eric Hughes and Brett Renfro, and went to subrea and placed third out of seven teams. The army had a gun display in the Agriculture building as Freddie Thompson holds a M-16. 54 Agriculture Amazed by the 30 millimeter gun is Tammie nix. Working on the Land judging team for F.F.A. are Tommy Hughes, Stephen Key, Buford Dickens and Anthony Pollins. The Qurdon Livestock Team: Allen Dulin, Richard Wilson, Mickey Ford, Rusty Jest and Michael Webb. Agriculture 55 FOR FUTURE USE Training homemakers for the future include units on child development, housing and home furnishing, textile and clothing, interpersonal relationships, consumer educa- tion, and food and nutrition. These areas are to better prepare the students for homemaking and occupation. These courses help cultivate creativity in individuals thus giving them an interest outside of school. Child care courses were new this year. The students spent one third of their time in regular classroom, the remaining time was spent with children 3-7 years old in the Gurdon Elemen- tary School including nursery, primary, kindergarten, and first graders. Evaluation of the course will show the value of this unit of study. Learning how to instruct children is a good experience for The work of the Home Economics classes made the FHA Karen Plasek. banquet possible. 56 Home Economics Lighting candles is a tradition when installing the new officers. Teaching the children their ABC's is Talitha Cooks job. Home Economics 57 run FITNESS The Physical Education classes which are taught by Coach Griffin are two enjoyable classes. The Classes last for two semesters and are the equivalent of one credit. They indulge in volleyball, intermediate basketball, softball, and a physical fitness program. One of the fun parts of F.E. was playing volleyball. Clowning around. Coach Thrower shows how to keep his ' students in a good mood. 58 P.E. One of the hard parts in playing volleyball is keeping the ball on the court. The most important part of the game is the serve. You must keep your eye on the ball, to be sure to hit it, as shown by James McCoy. DEDICATED TO SUCCESS A lot of hard work goes into preparing for the up-coming football year. All of this hard work is done in the Go-Devil's off-season program. The program contains weight lifting and running. Through this hard work and dedication, it enables the Devils to get a head start on their competition. Patiently awaiting his turn, Ronnie Baird takes a breather between lifts. Stride after stride, the QO-Devils put in a few 100 yards of running. Oetting off the line at the sound of the whistle is Eric Hughes. . , ' a j t V- —_ .1 K £35 - • )) ' •- ' I ■ A 60 Off Season Hard at work, David McLelland displays some of his weightlifting techniques. Down and ready to go, Shawn Hurst sets his sights on a few more yards. Starting all over again, the Devils roll up more yards. Off Season 61 OUR RIGHT HAND Functioning behind the scene are these dedicated workers: lunchroom workers, bus drivers, custodians and the school nurse. Before school, during school and after the last bell has rung these people are busy seeing that we have a clean, well-organized, healthy and well fed school. As in many occupations these people are accepted as always being there, without their functions the rest of the plant would not operate. As a staff we salute Our Right Hand . Making preparations for days, Mrs. Eckert and Janet Quarles start with dessert. Lunch time finds Miss Lily, Mr. Logan, and Mr. Peeples the first to be served. Every morning at 5:00 a.m. Mr. Logan checks the physical plant. 62 Custodians Bus Drivers for the nine routes are: James Cox, Andy Hatley, James Wingfield, Doyle Franklin, Charles Shaver, Lula Mae Wright, Johna Lane and daughter, Wanda Coon and Freddie Home. The high school lunchroom super- visor, Ann Clark. After each meal the kitchen is left spic and span by Mrs. Eckert. Gurdon School nurse, Bonnie Beals, checks T.B. innoculation for Mrs. Miller. Custodian 63 ACTION AND INTER ACTION Being active in school activities is an important part of high school. Through school activities many opportunities are opened to students and many receive recognition through their interaction. Being involved in school allows students to use what they have learned to interact with the world. Interaction is found between parents and teachers, teachers and students, individuals and their peers, and community and school. Action and interaction is the result of our involvement with other people and our efforts to always do our best. Giving his candidacy speech for Vice-President in the Student Council is Randy Clark. Waiting for the final page of the Devil Sheet to be run is Cheryl Woolf. 64 Division Going for the touchdown is Freddie Thompson as the opponents try to prevent the event from happening. Checking to see if they matched on the Computer Dating Questionnaire are Chad Dillard and Kim McClure. 1984 Homecoming Royalty and their attend- ants are as follows: Tammie Mix, Amy Matlock, Thaisa Smith, Robin Hurst, Teresa Williams, Kim Allen, Tommie Stiffler, Marilyn McCauley, Derek Ander, Tara Hughes and Homecoming Queen - Debra Anderson. Division 65 CRESCENDO IN PRESTIGE The 1984-85 marching band and concert band proved that they were more than just hot air. They began the year one month before the school year. The work was hard but with a lot of sweat and determination the band would excel. Mr. Moore, the new band director was strict and demanding, but it all paid off. Because of their hard work the band, drum major, and flags made excellent ratings and the majorettes made a superior rating at Ashdown High School Marching Contest. The year didn't end here, because they worked even harder to prepare themselves for Region III playing contest in Malvern, AR. At this the band made three excellent ratings and were eligible for state competition held in Conway, AR. At this the band made two excellent ratings and one superior. Things were looking good for OHS bands. Even though this usually ends here for most bands a surprise was in store for them. The band was invited to attend the first annual concert festival which was held in Greenville, Mississippi at Delta State University. At this the band made two superior and one excellent ratings. After a big year of excitement the GHS band finished with a tearful goodbye to departing seniors. 1985 G.H.S. Majorettes are as follows: Lynn Trout, Robin Hurst - Captain, Amber Davidson. High School Band Personnel Flutes Trombones Steffani Bray David Burris Amber Davidson Tira Burris Lesa Evans James Harper Robin Hurst Cindy Johnson Stephanie Martin !Chris Nelson Lynn Trout T rumpe t s Clarinets Chris Cagle Gayla Cooper David Clingan !Karen Dickens Shanna Marks Dedra Eckert Brittney Overby Beth Gill Delilah Qulnncy Smdy Hudson ! Deretha Quinney April Key Mike Shearin Jennifer Smithpeters Sandy -Stif fler Karen Summerville Erica Williams Renea Williams Tosha Williams Alto Saxophone Baritones Michelle Goza James Anderson Charles Pepper Pete Casteel Susan Seymore Kevin Hilton Bass Clarinet Percussicn ! Ada Tate Ray Potter Horns Courtney Robbs Tuba I Shelly Selph Robert Stone ! Rcdney Burris First Chair Player A11 Region Band All Region Audition ! Senior tend Member Bringing the bass drum onto the field before graduation exercises begin are David Clingan and Kevin Hilton. 66 Band Members of the 1984-85 marching band were: (back row) Chris nelson, Cindy Johnson, Tim Burris, James Harper, Delilah Quinney, James Anderson, Rodney Burris, Pete Casteel, Kevin Hilton; (second row) Shelly Selph, Tosha Williams, Courtney Robbs, Erica Williams, Ray Potter, Shafungus Dickens, Mark Fransis, Robert Stone, Deretha Quinney; Brittney Overby, Chris Cagle, Sandy Stiffler; (third row) Charles Pepper, Michelle Qoza, Gayla Copper, Sandy Hudson; (fourth row) Lesa Evans, nancy Richardson, Stephanie Martin, Susan Seymore, Steffani Bray, David Borris, Beth Gill, Dedra Eckert, April Key, Jenifer Smithpeters; (fifth row) Amber Davison, Robin Hurst, Lynn Trout, Karen Dickens, Karen Summerville, and Shanna Marks 1984-85 Performance 9 High School Football Games 1984 Ashdown High School Marching Contest Ratings: Band - Excellent Drum Major David Burris - Excellent Percussion Section - Excellent Majorettes - SUPERIOR 1984 Homecoming Parade 1984 Forest Festival Parade 1985 Region III Playing Contest Band received three excellent ratings 1985 Arkansas State Band Festival - Conway Band received one superior rating and two excellent ratings 1985 The band traveled to Cleveland, Mississippi to participate in the Delta State University Concert Festival. They received two superior ratings and one excellent rating. Brass and percussion sections play during graduation. Band 67 DEVELOPING SKILLS Developing new skills and improving old ones is a must for any cheerleader, but is particularly true for our cheer- leaders. Working on dance routines, building pyramids, making posters, selling spirit ribbons, learning chants and cheers, and traveling with football and basketball teams are all involved in being a cheerleader. Through the guidance of sponsor, Mrs. White, the cheerleaders f ad an successful year. Promoting school spirit is a job of the cheerleaders. It's Qreat to Be A Qo-Devill 68 Cheerleaders Building a pyramid is a specialty of the cheerleaders. Cheerleader sponsor - Mrs. White. Cheering on the Go-Devils was a joyful occurrence of the cheerleaders. Cheerleaders 69 PRACTICE MAKES PERFECT Nothing gives a coach and a team more satisfaction than performance, team leadership and winning attitudes. From the performance of the offense, to the leadership of the defense, and the winning attitude of the GO-DEVILS proved to be the ingredients for a successful season. Although approaching every game as the underdog, the GO-DEVILS overcame the odds with a winning season, their first conference Victory in several years, and great expectations for the future. Using total concentration, Wade Matlock catches a pass for a touchdown against Lewisville. 40re Soard U TY-. Levievil1 1 4 UU Vast)tea 1} t CleevooJ 4« 0 Total ala Lake 11 21 ta-t 21 DoQueea 11 3 TeiJyce 7 4 Jvactloo City 7 13 Kaaetoe U 20 Freecett 0 f ALL DISTtICT TLAY03 Fr 44l Thoapeoa Xltkeel Laaa Daria� tiptoe «WfCOAJ'.t KDfTlOa 6 14 lac y faul Celle; Aetkao; lrovn Jo Lute Giving supreme effort, Darren Simpson struggles for the goalline. 70 Football The opposition is over-powered by the endeavor of Freddie Thompson during the Hampton game. Making yardage Freddie Thompson pulls a Junction City With team defense, the QO-DEVILS stop a Hampton Bulldog Dragon. cold. Football 71 SOME THING SPECIAL Homecoming Royalty MAIDS ESCORTS ROYALTY ESCORTS Amy Matlock Darren Simpson Sophomore Maid Halfback Tammle Mix Jon Kuhn Sophomore Maid Center Thalsa Smith Brian Clark Junior Maid Quarterback Robin Murst Clay Britt Junior Maid Defensive End Teresa Williams Ricky McKinney Senior Maid Offensive Tackle Tommie Stlffler John Toland Senior Maid Offensive Tackle Martlyn McCauley Wade Matlock Senior Maid Spilt End Kim Allen Michael Lane Maid of Honor Offensive Quard Tara Hughes Derek Anderson Royalty Attendants DEBORAH AMDERSOH FREDDIE THOMPSOM QUEEM CAPTAIM Homecoming is one of the special events of the year. The student body and faculty work together to make Homecoming a memorable occasion. Starting with the selection of the royalty to the finale of the football game. Homecoming is something special. - Debra Anderson 1984 Homecoming Queen Sitting pretty for their picture is homecoming Queen - Debra An- derson, Football Captain - Freddie Thompson, and Royalty attendants - Derek Anderson and Tara Hughes. The senior members of the QHS football team are Brian Clark, Clay Britt, Ricky Hopkins, Wade Matlock, John Toland, Freddie Thompson, Darren Simpson, Michael Lane and Jon Kuhn. Also pictured is Derek Anderson, royalty attendant. Homecoming 73 THE CROWDING TOUCH The Senior Boys Basketball team, with young players and a new coach had a average year, but an excellent District tournament. Through hard work and dedication, the Devils' started to shine around tournament time. One of the seasons highlights was when the Devils' defeated the Fordyce Redbugs, the defending Conference champions, in a big Conference win. The Devils didn't stop there, they went on to defeat the Hampton Bulldogs in another Conference win. To top off the season, the Devils made it to the semi-finals of the District Tournament. The Devils came up a couple of points shy of defeating Fordyce in the semi-finals to go on to play Prescott. This was a disappointing end, but the devils really proved to be winners all year long. Using perfect form, Hosea Walker shoots a freethrow. Being very careful, Coach Ware gives instruction from the sideline. When Coach Ware speaks the whole team listens. 74 Basketball . Score Board Opponent Us Them Saratoga 34 44 Ashdown 53 48 Arkadelphla 34 47 Carthage 41 47 Bismarck 61 42 Camden 60 75 Prattsville 51 65 Wilmar 53 75 Uanacmy Grove 62 63 Blevins 70 38 Magnolia 27 57 Blevins 47 42 Camden Pairviev 42 50 Nashville 39 43 Junction City 51 66 Arkadelphls 45 57 Prescott 49 56 Dequeen 70 40 Fordyce 54 49 Fordyce 45 47 ALL-DISTRICT Julian Harks Doyls Talley The crowd looks on as the Devils warm up for the approaching game. Consistency at the line is what makes a team a winner. Anxiously awaiting the start of the game the Devils prepare for the shootout. Basketball 75 DEFINE, REFINE AND CONTINUE The Senior Girls Basketball team, with a lot of young players in key positions, has a full year of learning experience. Strong leadership came from seniors Deb Anderson, Amy Giles, and Cheryl Woolf. Their first game came at the prestigious Joe T. Robinson Tournament. Gurdon defeated Joe T. with a winning score of 40 to 38. Gurdon's tournament defeat came at the hands of the strong Calico Rock team. As the end of the season rolled around, Gurdon was defeated in the District Tournament by Hampton. Although the season didn't, go as hoped, many enjoyable moments were spent between the players. Anticipating the pass. Deb Anderson moves in for the shot attempt. Jump ball, always the center of attention, is an exciting part of the game. 76 Basketball Score Board We They — Saratoga 31 45 Ashdown 38 48 Arkadelphia 35 41 Camden 38 41 Joe T. Robinson 40 38 Calico Rock 53 75 Harmony drove 47 53 Blevins 28 36 Camden Falrview 48 43 Nashville 26 54 Junction City 38 45 Murfeesboro 50 62 Arkadelphia 44 55 Prescott 30 45 Fordyce 40 42 DeQueen 41 65 Hampton Junction City (Dist. Toum.) ALL DISTRICT PLAYER Deborah Anderson As soon as the rebound is made, Qurdon prepares to start the fast-break. Always on the move, Amy Giles and Tammie Mix put some tough pressure on the ball. Using her own style, Andrea Harper shoots a free throw. Basketball 77 FLEET FEET With few members and the lack of equipment, the Gurdon Go-Devils' track team had an excellent year. Through hard work and determination, the Devils proved to be a big surprise at the District Track Meet. Over-all the season was a little disappointing but it did have its high points. One high point was when Loretta Young and Anthony Brown qualified for the State AA Track Meet. At the State AA Track meet Loretta placed third in the Girls 3200m run and Anthony placed sixth in the Boys 100 yard dash. Both Young and Brown received the First South track person of the year. Time, after time, after time, Andrea Harper and Debra Anderson practice hand-offs. Displaying a big smile, Anthony Brown shows his happiness, while receiving an academic award for Coach Amerson. Hard at work, Loretta Young puts in a few extra laps of practice. 78 Track Up, up and away, Andrea Harper leaps over another hurdle. Using perfect form, Bernard Hatley strides over a hurdle without much effort. As practice makes perfect, some of the track members work on their hurdle performance. Track 79 IT'S ALL IN THE WRIST Gurdon Tennis Team was the most success- ful of all our students that participated in athletics. These team members disciplined themselves to practice on courts in town and their dedication showed in their victories. On April 24, the District tournament was held in Prescott. In the boys division, top seed Clay Cabe defeated second seed Jimmy Don Karr. In the girls division Sandy McKenzie defeated Bonnie Bray in the finals. Tammie Nix and Deretha Quinney won the doubles. Clay Cabe, Jimmy Don Karr, Sandy McKen- zie, Bonnie Bray, Tammie Nix and Deretha Quinney qualified for the AA State meet in Hot Springs. Ready Hit Follow Through Series action shots of Clay Cabe. Reaching for the shot, Jimmy Don Karr stretches to his limit. 80 Tennis 1985 Girls and Boys Tennis Teams: Lynn Trout, Tammie nix. Von Crain, Amber Davidson, Wendy Simpson, Deretha Quinney, Bonnie Bray, Clay Cabe and Jimmy Don Karr. A trophy was presented to Tammie nix and Deretha Quinney for winning the Doubles title. Preparing for a serve, Bonnie Bray worked hard to perfect her serve. Practice all year paid off for Sandy McKenzie as she won a birth in the state meet. Tennis 81 THE VOICE OF THE STUDENTS The Student Council consists of four elected officers and the president and two representatives of each class. The main objective of this student oriented group is to listen to the problems of the students and then present it to the administration. Several projects were undertaken by the Student Council. Activities include conducting Cheer- leader, class officer, and Student Council elections. Spring Fling and Homecoming. All student assemblies were planned and handled by the officers. Student government helps students to plan and conduct projects similar to situations they will encounter outside of school. Student Council Officers President Jon Kuhn Vice-President Michael Saunders Secretary Adrienne Nelson Treasurer Alisa McMasters Class Representatives Michael Lane Todd King Sandy Karr Pam Ross Wade Matlock Toby Talley Anthony Brown Jeff Overton Sharon Jones Rachel Butler Johnny Key Tracey White Sponsored by John Middleton Under Mr. Middleton's watchful eye, Pam Ross and Sharon Jones count Cheerleader ballots. Shouldering responsibilities came easy to President Jon Kuhn. 82 Student Council Trying to get as many votes as possible, Amy Matlock tells the student body her qualifications. Working on the Student Council booth, Adrienne Melson and Michael Saunders prepare for the north Central Re-Evaluation. Counting ballots for the Student Council election is taken very seriously by Sandy Karr, Michael Lane, and Wade Matlock. Candidates for the Student Council officers all wait for the action to begin. Student Council 83 Bonnie Bray, Anthony Brown, Brenda Burton, Clay Cabe, Robin Hurst, Shawn Hurst, Sharon Jones, Johnny Key, Jon Kuhn, Michael Lane, Robert McQill, Sandy McKenzie, Marilyn McCauley, Pam McMillan, Adrienne nelson, Sarah Overton, Shelly Selph, Tommie Lynn Stiffler, Janine Stone, Kaylynn Ross, Mary Wells. FOR SOME IT'S SO EASY national Honor Society is a service club. The membership consist of students who excel in academics, have qualities of leadership, character, and give service to the school and community. After the third nine weeks those students that qualify according to the stan- dards set by the national organization are inducted into the local chapter. Traditionally the parents pin the new members. Decorated a jeep for the homecom- ing parade and were awarded second place. During north Central Evaluation the nHS members acted as guides. The HHS booth during Spring Fling was a ball toss. Tea for faculty and visiting north Central participants was prepared and served by MHS members. 84 national Honor Society Decorated jeep, NHS entry, won second place in parade. NATIONAL HONOR SOCIETY INDUCTION CEREMONY April 29, 1985 Introduction by NHS President.........................Adrienne Nelson Standards of the National Honor Soceity: Scholarship...........................Rhorda Stone Service..............................Sandy McKenzie Leadership...........................Sarah Overton Character.............................Kaylynn Ross Pledge.............. Presentation of pins New Members ____Parents NHS stoles are evident on the first ten honor graduates. NEW MEMBERS SENIORS: Shelly Selph JUNIORS: Anthony Brown, Clay Cabe. Robin Hurst, Shawn Hurst, Sharon Jones, Johnny Kcv, Robert H:'Jili, Pam McMillan national Honor Society 85 A SPECIAL BLEND The Beta Club is honor society that stresses leadership, achievement and character. To become a member of this club, candidates must meet academic requirements and exemplify the three qualities the Beta Club upholds. A special blend of the student body make up the club. Activities of the Beta Club during the year included the Thanksgiving basket, the Christmas tree, and the running of a candidate for a state office during the state Beta Convention. 1984-1985 Beta Officers: Rhonda Stone, president; Keith Smithpeters, Vice-President, Sharon Jones, secretary; Marilyn McCauley, Treasurer; Bonnie Bray and Adrienne Nelson, historian. New Beta members for 1985: Sherry Roberson, Lisa Dickerson, Tammie Nix, Pam Ross, Janine Stone, Amy Matlock, Diana Cagle, Carrie Roe, Stacey Allen, James Anderson, David Burris, Lesa Evans, Chris Smithpeters, Wade Matlock, Paul Calley, Randy Clark, Shawn Hurst, and Bernard Hatley. 86 Beta Listening at a Beta workshop are Chris Smithpeters, Pam Ross, Shawn Hurst, Regina Robinson, Stacey Allen, and Wade Matlock. WHEN C. C. CABE TALKS--- PEOPLE LISTEN Charles Clay Cabe FOR BETA VICE-PRESIDENT Beta president, Rhonda Stone, shouldered her responsibility well during the year. Running for the office of Vice-President at the State Beta Convention was a high point of the year for Clay Cabe. Beta member Karen Dickens proudly wear Beta stole at graduation. Beta 87 THINK TANK Staff members of the Gurdonian are selected for their interest and dependability. This is a tremendous responsibility, requiring hours of dedicated work. Statistics show each year book is viewed by ten people. This history of the year must lie recorded in pictures and in words for the present and future generation to see. The staff give their time and entire year that you, the student body, may have a complete story of each and every student, their activities and participa- tions in school events. May this Potpourri be a treasured memory of students of Gurdon High School in 1985. Whenever the yearbook staff hits a stopping place, Mr. Martinelli was always there to the rescue. Working hard on sections of the yearbook are Randy Clark and Richie Frizzell. 88 Yearbook GURDONIAN STAFF EDITOR - Adrienne Nelson BUSINESS MANAGER - Richie Frizzell Shawn Hurst PHOTOGRAPHER - Blake Butler ARTWORK - Pam McMillan ASSISTANTS Anthony Brown Randy Clark Lesa Evans Sharon Jones Michael Saunders David Smith Sponsor: Betty Slayton Paying close attention are Shawn Hurst and David Smith, while Mrs. Slayton gives camera instructions. Displaying a smile, Pam McMillan shows the pleasure of being responsible for cover. Hard at work in the darkroom, Shawn Hurst searches for a nega- tive to produce another picture. Yearbook 89 FILLED WITH RESPONSI BILITIES This was the first year for a class in Journalism to be offered. Members of the class and club were responsible for publishing the school paper, the Devil Sheet. The advertising, sales, editorials, club news, sports and producing the headlines were also respon- sibilities of the class. This was a work-learning experience. Field trips to the Qurdon Times learned to set headlines, produce halftones. Seeing how a paper is actually published is an interesting experience. Learning how to report and how to write copy and captions became an intrical part of each issue. The addition of a copying machine that enlarged and reduced was a great im- provement over the mimeographed paper of former years. Devil Sheets were delivered by Mary Wells and Marilyn McCauley to businesses and other schools. Finishing up after the paper has been printed is a time for relaxation. 90 Devil Sheet CO-CDITORS-Mary Wells Marilyn McCauley XEWS EOITOR-Davicl .‘.nierson FEATURE STOPICS-Debbie LeMr.v Cir.cii McOuirt SPORTS CO:.r-C:-?o::c-rt M ART CDITORS-Chery1 WooIl Jon Jester CIPX'J susu: .AT 10?: !L :vorp-Acricr.r.e Me? :$s MAXAGCRS-Ccr.is Overe at ‘fichncl r.:u:X: sr� r. Reading news just off the press'' was of interest to all students as Michael Saunders delivers the hot news . Journalism members, Jon Jester and Davis Mclelland, deliver papers. Devil Sheet 91 LEARNING TO EXPRESS MESSAGES AND FEELINGS The Spanish and Creative Writing clubs have excelled this year as always. The Spanish club, an outgrowth of Spanish classes, participated in many different activities such as: a foreign language festival. Homecom- ing, at which they built a float for the parade. Spring Fling, and a Spanish Festival where they prepared and ate a Mexican meal. To finance these projects they sold Katherine Bache candies. The Creative Writing Club is an organiza- tion for students that are interested in writing. The club meets once a month and each member submits his her writings. A booklet. Kaleidoscope, is made up of the contributions of club members. Both clubs are sponsored by Mrs. Nona Anderson. 92 Spanish Club Officers for the Creative Writing Club for 1984-85 were: David Anderson, Mechille Qoza, Lynn Trout, and Shanna Marks. KALEIDOSCOPE Curdon High School Third Edition 1985 Creative Writing Club Members David Anderson Donna Crews Michelie Coza . Brenda Hansen Rhonda Hansen Erica Tenya Hawthorne Shanna Marks Daniel Smith Ada Jean Tate Lynn Trout 11 lams The selections in Kaleidoscope were writ- ten by members of the Creative Writing Club of Curdon High School. Illustrations by Patrice Edwards Great Day Fast dash Out of bed Don't have time To wash my head. Baby sis ate My brand new blush Dog just wet on rug so plush. Spill the O.J. On my clothes My toothpaste gets All up my nose. Grab my books Start out the door But go back inside Is there something more? Check the calendar Just to see It's a holiday Back to bed for me. Lynn Trout Creative Writing Club 93 CREATING A LEARNING EXPERIENCE This years Library Science Club has made much progress. To participate in the activities, a member must be taking Library Science or have had the class. Projects this year include a much needed newspaper rack and new stools for the check out desk. Members showed their talent at the sponge toss during Spring Fling. Mrs. Breed- love demonstrated good sports- manship by being the target for Mr. Blackwell. Was this worth the $2? Library Science Officers: President, Sharon Jones; Vice-President, Shelly Selph; Secretary, Kim Curry; Treasurer, Diana Cagle; Reporter, Tonya Ellis; and Historians, Deborah Anderson and Sherry Roberson. Discussing ideas for Spring Fling, members meditate on which to choose. Attentively listening to the minutes of the last meeting, the students get ready to approve the records. 94 Library Science During their years at GHS, Teresa Smith, Patrice Edwards, Tonya Ellis, and Amy Dodwell have learned how to use their right to vote. Posing for their yearly picture, members find out it isn't as hard as they thought. As Yvette Bolton has learned, it all starts behind this desk. Behind it all is Mrs. Breedlove. Library Science 95 SETTING PRIORITIES Under vocational courses. Cooperative Office Education is offered to students with two units in business. Future Business Leaders of America is a club made up of students specializing in business courses. The students under the COE plan work part of school day for local business getting on the job training. The COE banquet is sponsored by the girls for their sponsor to show their appreciation. Money making projects are sponsored to pay for the banquet. Tom Wat's plan proved most successful. Traditionally the club promotes the sale of Valentines. COE officers are: President, Sandy Karr (not pictured); Vice-President, Rhonda Stone; Secretary, Sarah Overton; Treasurer, Robbie West; Historian, Debbie Ham; and Reporter, Teresa Williams. COE News During the month of November, the COF. members sold Tom Watt products. The sale was a success with everyone participat- ing. The prize of $15.00 went to Robbie West for selling the most. . Robbie topped all members by selling $497.00 worth of merchandise. CONGRATULATIONS ROBBIE!! Preparations for t he COE banquet were discussed during the meeting. Ev- eryone discussed money raising projects. All mem- bers were present during both meetings. Teresa Williams Proofreading and editing are good experience for Teresa Williams, Debbie Ham, and Robbie West. 96 COE and FBLA An active member of FBLA, Robbie West, poses for Michael Saunders to get picture. FBLA OfFicers are: President, Rhonda Stone; Vice- President, Wade Matlock; Secretary, Debbie Ham; Treasurer, Robin Hurst; and Reporter, Sandy Karr (not pictured). C.O.E. Float: Go Devils' Capture THE DRAGOH COE and FBLA 97 POSITIVE REWARDS Participation in FHA helps in self- development for family and community. Each study unit develops a necessary facet of family living. Being a part of a whole strong organization gives strength to the local chapter. Cindy Rickford exemplified a ideal American high school girl. Aims for self, school and community were emphasized as she unfolded her progress through offices in FHA from local to national. The aims of the organization are related to future occupation of each individual. FHA OFFICERS 1984-85 President- Patricia Dickerson 1st Vice President- Pam McMillan. 2nd Vice President- Denis Baloh 3rd Vice President- Alien Jones Secretary- Regina Robinson Treasurer- Todd King Reporter- Debbie LeMay Historian- Missy Rutherford Song Leader- Talitha Cooks Pianist- Teresa William FHA News Henderson State Univer- sity hosted the 1984 Fu- ture Homemakers of America Federation meeting held Mon., Nov. 5, 1984. Twen- ty-one schools attended the meeting. The Henderson Jazz band furnished the entertain- ment for the evening. FHA Federation members were installed for the year 1985-1986. They erjoyed watching Mary Ann Campbell, a magi- cian from Little Rock. Each school attending brought a gift for a door prize. Seven students from Gurdon won prizes. After the meeting was adjourned, the Gurdon FHA and Mrs. McKinnon went to Andy'8 for dinner. 98 FHA America C_j HOMEMAKERS OF GURDON Summarizing the years activities of FHA for the north Central Re-Evaluation. Installing next years officers is just one of the items on the agenda. Parents and students get in on the fun on the banquet as shown here by Barbara Kustrin and her mother. national FHA-HERO President Cindy Rickford prepares her thoughts for her speech. FHA 99 The Qurdon FFA (Future Farmers of America) officers for the year 1984-85 are: John Toland - Secretary, Randy Clark - Reporter, Richie Frizzell - President, Allen McGuirt - Treasurer, Mark Bear - Sentinel, Michael Slater - Jr. Advisor, and Brett Renfro - Vice-President. F.F.A. A new broom sweeps clean. Mr. Allen Blackwell was that new ingredient that spurred the members into action. The first project included a fruit sale before the holidays. Eight thousands pounds of fruit was sold netting $1800. Students were challenged to participate in poultry, forestry, electrification, livestock land, crops, and public speaking, at district judging contest. Ramsey Perkins placed third in crops. Drill in Parliamentary Procedure is a essential training for F.F.A. This entitled the team to enter the subarea contest. Third place was awarded. The final event included preparation for the 1st FFA Banquet for Parent and Students. The high point of the banquet was a speech by Randy Hedge - national Vice-President of F.F.A. Awards were presented for outstanding achievement in the chapter and district in 1984-85. Installations of '86 officers was made by past President Richie Frizzell. 100 FFA During Parliamentary Procedure presentation, Michael Slater is saluting the U.S. Flag. Randy Clark is being presented a 30-30 rifle for selling the most fruit in the F.F.A. fruit sale. Randy sold over two thousand seven hundred pounds of fruit. At the district level of crop judging contest Ramsey Perkins was awarded third place individual out of one hundred twenty students. He received a plaque for recognition of such an outstanding accomplishment. FFA 101 WHAT'S UP AND WHAT'S HAPPENING Activities of organizations and athletics with the school allow students to show talents. Some activities are for individuals, others involve group participation. Students council elections prepare for a more active part in school government and this can carry over into the adult world. Awards for excellence repay the hours of study and practice. Other recognition comes from just being that number one person who gives of himself. Political promises are made by Karen Jester in her speech at Student Council elections. A scholarship from Henderson State presented by Mr. Hardin to Deretha Quinney. Being a part of homecoming royalty highlighted Tommie Stiffler's senior year. 102 Student Activities Vice-Presidential candidate Johnny Key, asks for support of fellow students. Student Activities 103 CHARACTERS Boris .Robert MoGill Ctxgias .Sorry Harkey Mr. Cfcankrcyer .EBvid Smth Arlane Zane .Karen Ja ter Jogger .Quirr Burks Etada .Regina Robinson Jan .Tai sha Smith tery .Stace Allen Hxey Hotchkiss •Alisa Mites ter Miss Buford .Sharon Jcres (bnnxbre Withers .Camel Jones Ms. Withers... .Debbie Leftey Gody. '. .Bernard Hatley Antonio .Jdrry Y Cat. Ttm Butterworth... .Rarefy Clark Victor Bey .Clay Cabe Miss Mardiall .Tina Iterks Nurse •Robin Hurst First Little Old Lady. .Karai Thomas Second Little Old Lady. .Km Midi liar Mix .Samy Cbx Hdxie •tfyra Ursery Pirate 1 .(Ted Caldwell Pirate 2 .Jon Jester •Stage ffenager Pirate 3 •Anthcry Brown .(fyrdi feCl une Giving Cody (Bernard Hatley) a shot gives the nurse (Robin Hurst) a thrill. Getting a good look at the Vengeance, Commander and Mrs. Withers (Darrel Jones and Debbie LeMay) introduce their dog, Rasputin. 104 Jr. Play Unexpectedly, pirates form Bamboola (Jon Jester and Johnny Key) take over the ship while the passengers look on. Captain Butterworth and cruise director Arlene Zane, Randy Clark and Karen Jester, talk over the ship s problems. Checking to see if the ship is properly covered by the insurance policy is Miss Marshall (Tina Marks). Jr. Play 105 ONE OF A KIND TW boarding - ovS(L' Ruxc h CAST ft ft ft ft l.'ilbur 'laxvall, the son . Michael Saunders Hercules Kelson, '..‘ilbur's best pal. . Dotty Lou :br.. lli youngest daughter. . Marilyn McCauley Connie Aa:r.:cl 1, oldest daughter . . . . .Adrienne Aclson Dcrnr.uir.c Smith, Dotty lou's friend . . . .Sarah Overton John Aaxwcll, the father Jon Kuhn Janet Maxwell, the nctlicr .... Mary ’..ells Aunt L'ary, Ars. Ilaxvcll's aunt. . . . . . . Rhonda Stone Lispy !.cCui.ro, a bank robber Lora, Lir.pv's wife . . . Kaylynn Roes Hcr:nan ”JIincty-Volt,: Jones, a fighter . . . Aichncl Lane Koughhoucc Ruby, Herman's wife i wrestler . Cheryl '..'oolf Ar. Tetter, an insurance ualcsLan . . . . .Kicky Hopkins Lucy burnt, a walking encyclopedia. . . .Tommie Stiffler Mrs. Mott, an old lady Connolly, a detective A rock scar ft ft .ft ft ft. ft ft ft ft Stage Ijnojor Showing who is the boss, Micheal Lane makes his points to Jon Kuhn. Awaiting the next act, Micheal Saunders, Kaylynn Ross, and Clay Britt discuss their performances. 106 Senior Play The true meaning of love is shown by Cheryl Woolf. A ability for acting is shown by Adrienne nelson and Jon Kuhn. Its gossip time says Marilyn McCauley. Senior Play 107 krogeri-, Welcome. ............... Anthony Brown Response.................Michael L ne Invocation.................Johnny Key BUFFET DIMMER OF THE HOUSE Introductions.................Anthony Brown Through the Eyes of hove ........... Karen Jester 19B5 Class Frophesy..Adrienne Kelson Cheryl Woolf Bedtime Story...............Jon Kuhn Closing Remarks.........Anthony Brown Dance until Midnight................. featuring Apollo ill Junior Class President, Anthony Brown, officiates at the Jr.-Sr. Prom Banquet. Seniors enjoy music provided by Apollo III. Enjoying the meal at the banquet are Mary Wells, Marilyn McCauley, Darren Simpson and Deretha Quinney. Waiting his turn at the Ice cream machine Is Clay Cabe. Showing off his tuxedo is Stephen Pennington. 108 Jr.-Sr. Banquet Prom poem Tc The Seniors nother year goes pc'iSsing bv Another From is here To some this brings a joyous smile To others, brings a tear For four years you have tread a path From dawn to setting sun Cut now the path gets steeper And the climb has just begun. We're very glad to know you We'll miss you when you've gone And to the Class of '85 .e dedicate our Prom. —The Juniors Providing entertainment at the prom was Karen Jester. Helping himself to a dish of ice cream is Wayne Baumgardner. Partaking of the buffet meal are Shawn Hurst, Alisa McMaster, Sandy Mckenzie, and Regina Robinson. Jr.-Sr. Banquet Prom 109 THEY SPEAK FOR THEMSELVES Adrienne Nelson Valedictorian National Honor Society - President Yearbook - Editor Student Council - Secretary Spanish Club - Past President and Vice-president Devil Sheet - Circulation Manager Flag Corps Journalism Mary Wells Salutatorian Devil Sheet - Co-editor Journalism Club - Sec- reta ry Treasurer Spanish Club - Secret- ary Treasurer National Honor Society Beta Club Flag Corps Drum Major Marilyn McCauley Third Ranked Devil Sheet - Co-editor Beta Club — Treasurer Journalism - Reporter Spanish Club - Historian National Honor Society Fiaq Corps Rifle E H Dm o Kaylynn Ross Fourth Ranked Cheerleader - Captain National Honor Society Beta Club Art Club Arkansas High School All-Around Cowgirl Debbie Ham Fifth Ranked C.O.E. - Historian F.B.L.A. - Secretary National Honor Society F.H.A. Beta Club 110 Top Ten Rhonda Stone Seventh Ranked Beta Club - President F.B.L.A. - President C.O.E. - Vice-President Spanish Club Reporter Flag Corps Bonnie Bray Sixth Ranked Beta Club - Historian national Honor Socie- ty Cheerleader - Soph- omore Student Council - Rep- resentative (Soph.) Female Tennis Player of the Year Sarah Overton ninth Ranked national Honor Socie- ty - Reporter Beta Club - Reporter Rifle Spanish Club C.O.E. F.B.L.A. Robbie West Eighth Ranked F.H.A. - Past President C.O.E. - Treasurer F.B.L.A. national Honor Socie- ty Beta Club Jon Kuhn Tenth Ranked Student Council - Pre- sident national Honor Socie- ty Beta Club Yearbook Staff Football - Honorable Mention 7-AA All-District Team Seniors 1984-85 TOMORROW AWAITS Waiting for the graduation exercises to begin are Debra Anderson, Renee House and Teresa Christopher. Allen, Kimberly Kay Anderson. Deborah Lynn Balch, Matthew Roy Bowie. Yolanda Mae Bray. Bonnie Michele t Britt. William Clay Burris. Rodney Gene Burton, Brenda Jean t Christopher, Teresa Ann Clark. Brian Edward Cooks. Talitha Lynette Currey. Kimberly Ann Dickens. Karen Winoa t Dickerson. Lisa Kay t Dickerson. Patricia Carol Dillard. Jeffrey Lynn Dodwell, Emily Amelia Melugin Easley, Luke Morgan Edwards. Nolona Patrice t Ellis. Tonya Sue Frizzell. Richard Earl Giles. Amy Govan. Belinda Kaye Gulley. Terence Eugene Ham. Debra Lynn t Henry. Andra Loray Henry. Woody David Hopkins. Ricky Lynn House, Jennifer Renee Jones. Teresa Lynn Kuhn. Jon David t Lane. Michael Don t Leverette. Alice Annette Long. Stephen Paul Marks, Julian Dwayne Matlock. Wade Patrick t McCauley. Marilyn Kay t McClure. Lester Joe McClure. Rita Loraine McDonald. David Raymon McGuirt. Richard Allen t McKenzie. Sandra Lynn Karr t Neathery. Bret Clark Nelson. Adrienne Camille t Nelson, Christopher Aladdin, Jr, Overton. Sarah Jacqueline t Pennington. Stephen Curtis Plasek. Karen Beth Quinney. Deretha Jane t Riggs. Neena Jo t Rogers. Terry James. Jr. Ross Patricia Kaylynn t Saunders. Michael Gene t Selph. Michelle Anne t Simpson. Darren Reese Smith. Teresa Lynne Stiffler, Tommie Lynn t Stone. Rhonda Carol t Tate. Ada Jean Thompson. Freddie McKendell Toland. Jonathan David Wells. Mary Elizabeth t Wells, Scotie Ray West, Robbie Diane t Williams. Teresa Lynn t Wilson, Richard Henry Woolf, Cheryl LaDee t t Beta Club • National Honor Society Discussing past memories was a way to pass the time on graduation day. Class Colors Waiting for the graduates to march in seems like an Blue and Silver eternity. Class Flower Iris 112 Graduation Juniore fold programs for graduation. The School Board members waiting for the graduates to enter the field. Class Motto A Journey Of A Thousand Miles Begins With A Single Step Class Song “That Was Yesterday” By the Group “Foreigner” Graduation 113 REFLECTIONS OF A GOLDEN MOMENT Commencement Exercises May 26, 1985 Processional Pomp and Circumstance .. . GHS Band Invocation Debbie Ham Presentation of Flowers by Junior Class . .Anthony Brown Stacey Allen (Received by Senior Class) Michael Lane Brenda Burton That Was Yesterday But Today Life Goes On . .. Salutatorian Mary Wells Goodbye Yesterday Now It’s Over And Done . . Marilyn McCauley Now I Stand Alone With My Pride .... Kaylynn Ross “The Golden Chain Of Friendship Poem by Helen Steiner Rice Robbie West Yesterday Will Live On Bonnie Bray Memories Rhonda Stone Jon Kuhn By Scott David Billy Strange Accompanied By Jerry Childers A Journey-Begins With A Single Step Valedictorian . Adrienne Nelson Presentation of Gift by Senior Class ... Sarah Overton Introduction of School Board Superintendent . Bobby Smithson Presentation of Senior Class Principal .. .John H. Hardin Award of Diplomas President of School Board Anita Cabe Benediction Jon Kuhn Recessional “Freedom's Heritage .... By Philip Gordon GHS Band The only thing lacking from this scene is the graduates. 114 Graduation First name to be called - Kim Allen. Honor graduate Marilyn McCauley, presents a speech on Goodbye Yeaterday, How It's Over and Done.” An impressive sight - a sea of purple caps. Last time to walk across the stage for Sandy McKenzie and Bret Heathrey as students. One more row and all the graduates will have left the field. Graduation 115 85 INDEX Members of the 1984 GHS Football Team are: Darrel Jones, Brian Clark, David McLelland, Wade Matlock, Freddie Thompson, Bernard Hatley, David Lacy, Darren Simpson, Blake Butler, Anthony Brown, Jon Kuhn, Toby Talley, Ronnie Baird, Paul Calley, Clay Britt, Shawn Hurst, Sammy Cox, John Toland, Ricky Hopkins, Brett Renfro, Eric Hughes, and Scott Clark —A— Abbott, Brian 24 Administration 10, 11, 12, 13 Agriculture 54, 55 Allen, Charles 32 Allen, Kim 18, 65, 115 Allen, Stacey 24, 27, 47, 86, 87 Allen, Thomas 32 Anderson, David 24, 27, 39, 43, 93 Anderson, Debra 8, 18, 65, 73, 78, 94 Anderson, James 5, 28, 30, 67, 86 Anderson, Patrick 28, 29 Anderson, Terry 28, 38 Art 50, 51 —B— Baird, Ronnie 24, 25, 50, 60 Baker, Ronnie 8, 32 Balch, Denise 24 Balch, Matthew 18 Band 66, 67 Barnes, Andra 24 Baumgardner 24, 108 Beals, Ricky 24 Bear, Mark 24, 25, 54, 100 Beck, Tammie 28 Benson, Angela 32 Benson, Kim 18, 94, 140 Berry, Laveme 32 Beta 86, 87 Bolt, William 24 Bolton, Yvette 28, 95 Booker, Chandra 32 Bowie, Yolonda 18 Boyce, Vickie 28, 69 Boys Basketball 74, 75 Bradley, Jennifer 7, 32 Bray, Bonnie 5, 18, 81, 84, 86, 111 Britt, Clay 18, 73, 106 Brown, Anthony 24, 26, 78, 82, 84, 108 Brown, Roderick 4, 28, 30, 31 Buck, Angela 32 Burks, Quinn 6, 24 Burris, David 28, 30, 36, 40, 54, 67, 86 Burris, Rodney 18, 49, 67 Burton, Brenda 18, 19, 84, 141 Butler, Blake 28, 141 Butler, Rachel 32, 82 —C— Cabe, Clay 21, 24, 25, 80, 81, 84, 87, 108, 122, 137, 143 Cagle, Diana 28, 86, 94 Caldwell, Chad 9, 24 Calley, Melissa 24, 27, 39, 42 Calley, Paul 28, 86, 139 Cheerleaders 68, 69 Christopher, Teresa 18, 114 Clark, Brian 18, 73 Clark, Randy 24, 65, 86, 88, 100, 101, 105, 143 Clark, Scott 28, 31 Clingan, David 28, 66 Closing 138, 139, 140, 141, 142, 143 Cochran, Dorothy 32 COE 96 Cogbum, Bruce 28 Computer Science 46, 47 Cooks, Talitha 18, 57 Cooks, Tatrina 32 Cooper, Donna 24, 67 Cooper, Gayla 32, 34 Cox, Sammy 24 Craig, Jeff 24 Crain, Von 7, 32, 81 Creative Writing Club 93 Crews, Donna 28 Crews, Nathan 32, 55 Cunningham, Tony 28, 103 Custodians 62, 63 —D— Davidson, Amber 32, 66, 67, 81 Davis, Dillard 32 Davis, Kevin 32 Devil Sheet 90, 91 Dickens, Bunker 24, 67 Dickens, Buford 32, 55 Dickens, Karen 19, 67, 87 Dickerson, Lisa 19, 86 Dickerson, Patricia 19 Dickerson, Shanna 32 Dickey, Deana 25 Dillard, Chad 28, 64 Dillard, Jeff 19 Dodwell, Amy 17, 19, 23, 95 Drake, Timothy 32 Driver's Education 44, 45 Dulin, Chris 28, 55 Dyer, Johnny 25 —E— Easley, Charlotte 28 Easley, Luke 14, 18, 21, 139 Eckert, Dedra 28, 67 Edwards, Cathy 32 Edwards, Patrice 18, 95, 143 Ellis, Todd 32 116 Index Ellis, Tonya 19, 94, 95 Ellis, Tracey 32 Evans, Lesa 29, 52, 67, 86 —F— Faculty 14, 15 FBLA 97 FFA 100, 101 Fields, Mickey 32 Flowers, James 29, 31, 52 Football 70, 71 Ford, Mickey 32, 55 Francis, Mark 25, 67 Freshmen 32, 33, 34, 35 Frizzell, Richie 19, 54, 88, 100 Fulmer, Lara 33 —G— Gentry, Dana 33 Giles, Amy 19 Giles, James 33 Giles, Larry 29 Giles, Marilyn 17, 33 Gills, Beth 32, 33, 52, 67 Girls Basketball 76, 77 Govan, Belinda 17, 19, 23 Govan, Dwight 19, 121 Goza, Michelle 33, 52, 67, 93 Graduation 112, 113, 114, 115 Gulley, Terence 19 —H— Halliday, Kristi 33 Ham, Debbie 20, 96, 97, 110 Hansen, Brenda 29 Hansen, Rhonda 33, 52 Hardage, Hina 25 Harkey, Sonny 24, 25 Harper, Andrea 29, 78, 79 Harper, Chris 33 Hatley, Bernard 7, 25, 36, 79, 104, 122, 142, 143 Hatley, Christi 33 Hawthrone, Tenya 33 Henry, Aundra 8, 20 Henry, Adrian 33 Henry, George 25 Henry, Tammy 29 Henry, Tina 29 Henry, Woody 18, 20 Hill, Tracey 29 Hilton, Kevin 33, 66, 67 Homecoming 72, 73 Home Economics 56, 57 House, Renee 20 Howell, Joey 29 Hughes, Eric 9, 29, 39, 40, 54, 60 Hughes, Frankie 33 Hughes, Michelle 25 Hughes, Tommy 33, 55 Hurst, Robin 25, 65, 67, 84, 97, 104, 137, 143 Hurst, Shawn 5, 25, 26, 47, 61, 84, 86, 87, 89, 109 Members of the 1984-85 Seniors Boys Basketball Team are: Doyle Talley, Charles Smith, Hosea Walker, Tony Cunningham, Julian Marks, Chris Harper, Coach Ware, Robbie Turner (manager), Ivory Young, Ronald Payne, Andra Barnes, David Lacy, Johnny Key, Anthony Pollins, Terry Anderson and Rod Brown. —I— Ivory, Charleszetta 33 Ivory, Dorothy 29 Jester, Jon 9, 25, 91, 105 Jester, Karen 8, 25, 102. 105, 109, 143 Jester, Rusty 33, 55 Jester, Sherri 33 Johnson, Cindy 33, 67 Jones, Allen 25 Jones, Darrel 25, 104 Jones, Sharon 24, 25, 82, 84, 86, 94, 137 Jones, Teresa 20 Jones, Toby 29 Juniors 24, 25, 26, 27 Junior Play 104, 105 Jr.-Sr. Banquet Prom 108, 109 —K— Karr, Jimmy Don 29, 38, 80, 81 Kelley, Betty 33 Kennel, Vanda 29 Key, Johnny 8, 24, 25, 27, 82, 84, 103, 105 Key, Steven 33, 55 King, Todd 28, 29, 82 Knox, Steven 33 Kuhn, Brett 33 Kuhn, Jon 11, 20, 39, 73, 82, 84, 106, 107, 138 Kustrin, Barbara 29, 99 —L— Lacy, David 29, 38, 79, 139 Lane, Michael 19, 20, 22, 37, 73, 82, 83, 84, 106 Lane, Tina 25 Ledbett, Joey 33 Ledbetter, Rusty 34 Lee, Carmen 34 LeMay, Debbie 24, 25, 104 Leverette, Alice 20 Liberal Arts 42, 43 Library Science Club 94, 95 Long, Haney 34 Long, Stephen 20 —M— Malcom, Chris 34 Marks, Julian 9, 20 Marks, Shanna 34, 52, 67, 93 Marks, Tina 25, 105 Marlow, Roger 25 Martin, Stephanie 34 Math 40, 41 Matlock, Amy 29, 65, 83, 86 Matlock, Wade 19, 20, 70, 73, 82, 83, 86, 87, 93 Merrill, Stacey 30 Morrison, Audrey 34, 35 Index 117 Music 48, 49 Myers, Tammie 26 McBride, Todd 26 McCauley, Marilyn 21, 65, 84, 86, 90, 107, 108, 110, 115, 141 McClure, Cyndi 26 McClure, Jackie 34 McClure, John 34 McClure, Kim McClure, Lester 21 McClure, Rita 21 McCoy, James 26, 87 McDonald, David 21 McGill, Robert 26, 84, 137 McGuirt, Allen 9, 21, 54, 100 McGuirt, Cindi 26 McKenzie, Sandy 19, 21, 81, 82, 83, 84, 96, 97, 109, 115 McKinney, Randy 22, 29 McKinney, Ricky 21, 73 McLelland, David 30, 61, 91 McMaster, Alisa 8, 24, 26, 82, 109 McMaster, Clay 34 McMillan, Pam 14, 26, 50, 84, 89, 137 McMabb, Tommy 34 McMeil, James 34 —n— national Honor Society 84, 85 Heathery, Bret 21, 115 nelson, Adrienne 21, 82, 83, 84, 86, 107, 110, 123 nelson, Chris 21, 67 nix, Tammie 30, 55, 65, 81, 86 norman, David 34 —O— Off Season 60, 61 Ollison, Carlton 16, 34, 41 Opening 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9 Overcast, Denis 26, 42 Overton, Jeff 16, 32, 34, 50, 82 Overton, Sarah 19, 21, 84, 96, 111 —P— Patterson, Susan 34 Payne, Ronald 29, 30 Pennington, Joey 30, 44, 45 Pennington, Stephen 21, 108 Pepper, Charles 34, 67 Pepper, Rodney 26 Perkins, Ramsey 30, 100, 101 Physical Education 58, 59 Plasek, Karen 6, 22, 56 Pollins, Anthony 30, 34, 55 Pollins, Roy 34 Potter, Ray 30, 31, 67 Prince, John 26 Purifoy, Regina 34 Quinney, Deretha 22, 67, 81, 102, 108 —R— Renfro, Brett 30, 54, 100 Riggs, Heena 22, 138 Robbs, Courtney 30, 67 Roberson, Sherry 30, 86, 94 Robinson, Regina 5, 6, 26, 27, 87, 109 Roe, Carrie 30, 86 Rogers, Harry 34 Rogers, Michael 30 Rogers, Terry 22 Roque, Robbie 33, 34 Ross, Charles 34 Ross, Kaylynn 22, 84, 106, 110, 123 Ross, Pam 5, 30, 82, 86, 87 Russey, Bertha 30 Rutherford, Dana 28, 30 Rutherford, Melissa 34 —S— Sanders, Jimmy 34 Saunders, Michael 12, 19, 22, 82, Talking to Mrs. Calley during Parent-Teacher conference is Coach Rice. Sharp, Veron (Buddy) 35 83, 91, 97, 106, 140 Schee, Cynthia 30 Schee, Waynonna 34, 35 Science 38, 39 Selph, Shelly 22, 46, 67, 84, 94, 140 Seniors 18, 19, 20, 21, 22, 23 Senior Play 107, 126 Seymore, Teresa 35, 52 —Q— Quarles, Tonya 34 Members of the 1984-85 Girls Basketball team are Andrea Harper, Vanda Kennel, Carrie Roe, Debra Anderson, Tammie nix. Coach Griffin, Cheryl Woolf, Loretta Young, Amy Giles, Tammy West and manager Janine Stone 118 Index Shaver, Chris 7, 33, 35 Sikes, Ricky 35 Simpson, Darren 22, 23, 70, 73, 108, 143 Simpson, Wendy 35, 81, 141 Slater, Michael 25, 26, 54, 100, 101 Smith, Charles 30 Smith, Daniel 26 Smith, David 26, 89, 139, 141 Smith, Rachel 35 Smith, Teresa 22, 95 Smith, Thaisa 26, 27, 65 Smith, Tracy 30 Smithpeters, Chris 30, 37, 86, 87 Smithpeters, Jay 31, 45 Smithpeters, Keith 26, 27, 39, 86 Smithpeters, Kevin 32, 35 Sophomores 28, 29, 30, 31 Spanish 52, 53 Spanish Club 92 Sparks, Renee 5, 31 Sparks, Stacey 35 Stephens, Sharon 35 Stiffler, Tommie 19, 22, 65, 84, 102 Stone, Janine 31, 86 Stone, Rhonda 23, 84, 86, 87, 96, 97, 111, 138 Student Activities 102, 103 Student Council 82, 83 Summerville, Karen 26, 67 —T—- Talley, Doyle 26 Talley, Toby 31, 82 Tate, Ada 23, 52 Taylor, Warrie 31, 52 Tennis 80, 81 Thomas, Karen 27, 137 Thompson, Freddie 20, 23, 54, 55, 65, 71, 73 Toland, John 23, 73, 100 Top Ten 110, 111 Track 78, 79 Trout, Lynn 35, 66, 67, 81, 93 Turner, Robbie 31, 42, 52, 53 —U— Ursery, Myra 8, 27, 137 —V— Vaughn, Lisa 27 Vickers, Dawn 31 —W— Walker, Hosea 27, 72 Walker, Jimmy 27, 140 Walker, Sandra 35 Watson, Robert 35 Weatherford, Craig 4, 31 Webb, Michael 35, 55 Weems, Jonathan 31 Weems, Mark 35 Wells, Mary 23, 84, 90, 108, 110 Wells, Shelley 27 Wells, Sherry 27 West, Bobby 27 West, James 27 West, Robbie 12, 23, 96, 97, 111 West, Tammy 5, 28, 29, 31 Whisenhunt, Kelly 35 White, Tracy 35, 82 Wiley, Deanna 35 Williams, Erica 35, 52, 67 Williams, Lori 31 Williams, Paul 35 Williams, Tanya 35 Williams, Teresa 23, 65, 96 Williams, Tosha 35, 67 Wilson, Richard 23, 65 Woolf, Cheryl 23, 64, 107 —Y— Yap, Pauline 16, 27, 42 Yearbook 88, 89 Young, Ivory 31 Young, Linda 31 Young, Teresa 27 Young, Loretta 17, 27, 78 Concerned parents at a School Board meeting. 1984-85 Senior Cheerleaders: Kaylynn Ross - captain, Debra Anderson, Alisa McMaster, Stacey Allen, Regina Robinson, Pam Ross, Vickie Boyce, Janine Stone and Dana Rutherford. Index 119 COMMUNITY COOP- ERATION Without community cooperation the school could not accomplish many of their achievements. Throughout the year projects are supported by various service organizations and in exchange the school assists in the promotion of the community. The Close-Up Program is based upon community cooperation. Ads purchased by merchants and patrons help finance the yearbook. Boys State delegates and Girls State delegates are sponsored by service organizations. Many scholarships are awarded to graduation seniors by community organizations. Through community cooperation, students are exposed to many worthwhile activities. Being appointed Gurdon's official weather observer was a honor for Clay Cabe. Expressing his individuality during the Close-Up trip, Bernard Hatley allows a salesperson at Commander Salamanders to punk him out. 120 Division Arkansas High School Rodeo All-Around Cowgirl - Kaylynn Ross. Trying to figure out how to operate a camera is Jon Jester. 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Box 1290 Little Rock, Ark. 72204 72203 Phone 664-5233 WATS 1-800-632-4548 Coca-Cola Bottling Co. of South Arkansas 136 Ads BFIRSTSOUTH Pine Bluff • Little Rock • North Little Rock Arkadelphia • Atkins • Batesville • Camden Crossett • Dardanelle • DeQueen • Dumas El Dorado • Fairfield Bay • Forrest City Glenwood • Gurdon • Hampton • Helena Highland • Hope • Hot Springs • Magnolia Malvern • Marianna • Melbourne _ Mountain View • Murfreesooro • Russeiiviiie Sheridan • Warren • West Memphis • White Hall I sue Boys State delegates for 1985 are Clay Cabe and Robert McGill. ks Girls State delegates for 1985 are Sharon Jones, Robin Hurst, Karen Thomas, Myra Ursery, and Pam McMillan. AdS 137 WHAT A PASSING PARADE This school year was an exciting year for all. The tennis team won both the Boys team and the Girls team overall district title as well as many individual titles. Loretta Young and Anthony Brown were ranked in the state AA track for the Girls 3200m run and the Boys 100 yard dash. On a wider scale, the presidential election brought much attention to President Reagan and other presidential candidates. Through many activities, Gurdon High School had a passing parade of memories that will be cherished for many years to come. Overjoyed by the attention Jon Kuhn is paying her is Rhonda Stone as Meena Riggs looks on admiringly. 20 m.p.h. in the school zone is a sign that must be observed to keep order and safety in the school. Building a butterfly box is a project experienced by all biology students. 138 Closing Taking a rest during a visit to the library is Paul Calley. Trying to operate a compass is Luke Easley as Tracey Hill assists him. Working on their speed through time races are David Lacy and Paul Calley. Acting out his fantasy, David Smith plays a sailor in the Junior Play Don't Rock the Boat . Closing 139 FOCUS OU LIFE Through activities, students are exposed to different aspects of real life through responsibili- ty. Many learn that without hard work, rewards of life cannot be obtained, but with hard work much can be accomplished. The COE class allows seniors to attend school and work at the same time. Through community participation, scholarships and other opportunities can be found. Learning life's lessons helps students to make better decisions about their lives and to have a better focus on life. Office worker, Michael Saunders, checks the absentee list for the class period. Warming up before a basketball game are members of the Sr. Boys Basketball team. Working in the Library Science booth during Spring Fling are Shelly Selph, Kim Benson, and Jimmie Walker. 140 Closing Announcing academic scholarship won by Brenda Burton, Marilyn McCauley and other seniors is principal, Mr. John Hardin. Man about campus - David Smith As shown by the expression on her face, Wendy Simpson is happy with her basketball award. Without the expertise of Blake Butler, the yearbook would be without pictures. Closing 141 What's Happening Around Us Happenings the last nine weeks were many and varied. Senior activities were a regular part of announcements in the daily calendar. Rehearsal for commence- ment exercise brought seniors together just one more time. The Senior edition of the Devil Sheet is always of special interest to the students especially to find out if they were included in the wills. Plays bring out the ham in those you would least expect. Pressure to finish term papers, notebooks and book reports often bring persons to the library. Traditions are a part of the school, these tie each successive year together. Showing the end of another year, the sign displays the end is near. Checking out periodicals for chemistry is Bernard Hatley as Mrs. Breedlove looks on. 142 Closing •T Practicing for commencement exercises are the honor graduates for 1985. Taking a break from his computer to enjoy the latest edition of the Devil Sheet is Clay Cabe. Displaying their acting abilities in the Jr. Play 'Don't Rock the Boat is Karen Jester, Randy Clark, Bernard Hatley, and Robin Hurst. Picking a flower as a graduation momento is Darren Simpson and Patrice Edwards. Closing 143 Graduation brings to an end twelve years of school. As these Seniors march off to “Freedoms Heritage they are seeking new beginnings. The final pages of Potpourri bring together the blending of student life, academics, and activities in and around Gurdon High School. Sixty-seven Seniors leave high school with great expectations. 144 Closing WALSWORTH PUBLISHING COMPANY MARCKLINK. MISSOURI mWALS WORTH PUBLISHING COMPANY MARCEUNE. MISSOURI. USA