Gurdon High School - Gurdonian Yearbook (Gurdon, AR)

Text from Pages 1 - 168 of the 1986 volume:

Riding High Through the Memories '86 Gurdonian Volume 29 Gurdon High School Gurdon, Arkansas 71743 D E D I C A T I O N Over the last 40 years, one teacher seemed to touch the hearts of all the students and fellow employees around her. That teacher is Mrs. Betty Slayton. Mrs. Slayton retired from teaching in 1985 after blessing everyone involved at Curdon High School with her infinite patience and outstanding loyalty. The faculty and student body would like to commemorate her endless efforts in the field of Science education, and also her various contributions to the campus extra-curricular activities. She will always be as constant as the Northern Star in our hearts. Realizing how much she has meant to so many, the 1985-86 Yearbook staff dedicates this volume to Mrs. Betty Slayton for her many contributions. Mrs. Slayton's many activities included applying makeup to the casts of the Junior and Senior plays each year. 2 Collecting flowers was an event that every Biology student participated in. Assisting Biology students with insect was a yearly activity for Mrs. Slayton. Mrs. Slayton observes her Chemistry stu- dents as they carry out an experiment. 3 RIDING HIGH Many interesting things were brought in to Mrs. White for biology this year, including this owl. Explaining something to )ohnny Key is Mrs. McGill. The year of 1986 was one full of excitement. It was the year of Halley's comet, when our attention was directed at the skies. It was a year of changes and challenges at Gurdon High School. The changes were many, including a new principal and new teachers. The challenges came in the form of adjusting to new courses, new faces, and a seven- period day. Every school year is full of memories, good and bad. This year was no exception. We hope the 1986 Gurdonian leaves you riding high through the memories. Bernard Hatley sure looks pleased with the way his Senior pictures turned out. 4 Working on an experiment in Chemis- try is Jimmy Don Karr. Mrs. Ross takes a break from class to read the Daily Calendar. Applying knowledge through exper- iments is much of what Physics class is about, as shown by Shawn Hurst and Teddy Smith. Why is Myra Ursery just standing in the back of Mrs. Ross's class? Mr. Thompson suceeded his first year in keeping things rolling smoothly at Gurdon High School. Mrs. Clark worked hard all year long as the middle school secretary. Everyone celebrates at the Middle School at Mr. Gaines Thompson's surprise birthday party. Students study data processing in the computer room. 6 Grades 5 through 8 grace the confines of Gurdon Middle School. . . From the freshman year to graduation, the front en- trance of Gurdon High School is inviting to all. 7 ADMINISTRATION The administration of a school district encompasses every facet of education. The complexities of meeting state standards and the needs of the patrons on a tighter budget due to reductions of allocations are increasing. The superintendent and five board members are constantly working toward quality education in the Gurdon Public Schools. Southwestern Bell presented the puppet McGruff to Mr. Smithson for use at the pri- mary school. Board members Boyce Stone, Roland Calley, Rob- ert Thomas, and Joe Strick- lin await the graduates with Mr. Thompson and Mr. Smithson. Not pictured is board president. Dr. Ron Padgett. 8 While going over the books, Mrs. Garland checks the figures Mrs. Jacquie Garland Typing is a daily chore for Mrs. Renfro. ADMINISTRATION Each year brings challenges for the adminis- tration, but the 85-86 school year brought even more with a new principal, preparation for meeting the new state standards, seven class period days, and a new discipline system. The combined efforts of the principal, school board, counselor, teachers, and office staff kept the schedules and classes running smoothly. High School Principal Mr. Thomp- son keeps an eye on things during an assembly. Opening important packages was one of the many duties of Mr. Thompson. Guidance Counselor Francis McGill Mrs. McGill has a talk with National Guard Recruiter Sanford. Mrs. Allen is amazed at what Mrs. White tells her. Secretary Christy Allen Nona Anderson, Advanced En- glish IV, English IV, Spanish I II, Spanish Club sponsor, Cre- ative Writing Club sponsor... Mary Bell, Office Procedures, Typing I, Introduction to Com- puters ..... Alan Blackwell, Agriculture, FFA sponsor.... Joanne Breedlove, Library, Li- brary Science Club sponsor... Carolyn Kuhn, American Gov- ernment World Geograpy, Civ- ics, Arkansas History, Global Studies..... John Middleton, General Math, Business Math, Fundamental Math, Pre-Alge- bra, Student Council sponsor Billie Miller, COE, Typing I II, Accounting, FBLA sponsor . Keith Moore, Band, Fine Arts Survey... Robbie McKinnon, Home Economics, FHA sponsor ... Camille Norton, Physical Education, Jr. Sr. Girls Basket- ball coach. HIGH SCHOOL FACULTY Making one of his many phone calls to finalize FFA activities is Mr. Blackwell. Mrs. Wells points out the importance of phonetics in Speech class. Lead, Kindly Light ... Lead Thou Me On! — Newman. Teachers put a lot of themselves into their work to make the students shine like they do. They worked many extra hours during the course of the year and performed many duties. Through all of their work and dedication they proved themselves to be the guiding lights of Gurdon High School. 12 Coach Norton and Coach Stiffler put the teacher's lounge to good use. Mrs. McKinnon puts the finishing touches on papers to be used in class. Coach Ware checks his facts while instructing the class on the formation of the earth. Sandra Pentecost, Special Education Ed Reece, Football, Elementary PE ............ Bonnie Ross, Algebra I, Geometry, Physics..... Anne Selph, Adv. Math, Algebra II, Computer Science, Geometry..... Jim Stiffler, Driver's Education, 8th Grade Shop, Football.. Mary Vandiver, English I II, Advanced English II, Journalism, Devil Sheet sponsor, Gurdonian Sponsor....... John Ware, Physical Science, Earth Science, Jr. Sr. Boys Basketball.. Shirley Wells, English I III, Advanced English I III, Speech, Beta Club sponsor . Debbie White, Art, Fine Arts Survey, Art Club Sponsor....... Libby White, General Science, Biology, Chemistry Sandra Whitfield, World History, American History Duane Yurina, Physical Education, Health, 7th Grade Basket- ball, Tennis, Football............ 13 Brian Abbot Stacey Allen David Anderson Ronald Baird Andra Barnes Sharon Barnes Wayne Baumgardner Ricky Beals Mark Bear Tonya Boyce Anthony Brown Clay Cabe SENIORS There is no easy road from the earth to the stars. — Seneca Senior Class Officers: President, Johnny Key; Vice-President, Da- vid Smith; Secretary, Stacey Al- len; Treasurer, Myra Ursery;and Representatives, Keith Smith- peters and Bernard Hatley. Sponsors Robbie Mckinnon, Mary Vandiver, Libby White, Nona Anderson, Jim Stiffler, and Francis McGill. For the past 13 years the 1986 Senior class has strived to reach their goal - graduation. The road has been long with many challenges along the way. Now the road leads in many directions as we take off into the future. 14 Chad Caldwell Jeff Calley Melissa Calley Randall Clark Samuel Cox Jeff Craig Shafungus Dickens Deana Dickey Nina Hardage Karen Harper Bernard Hatley Robin Hurst Seniors Myra Ursery, Shawn Hurst, Clay Cabe, and Keith Smithpeters discuss buying Senior announcements. 15 Shawn Hurst Jon Jester Karen Jester Allen Jones Darrel Jones Johnny Key Debbie LeMay Tina Marks Tammy Meyers Todd McBride Cindy McClure Kim McClure 16 James McCoy Robert McGill Alisa McMasters Pam McMillan Denis Overcast Rodney Pepper John Prince Regina Robinson Michael Sharp Michael Slater Daniel Smith David Smith 17 Could Tonya Boyce actually be begging for handouts? Keith Smithpeters Doyle Talley Karen Thomas Myra Ursery Lisa Vaughn Gary Walker Hosea Walker Is Karen Harper learning phonetics or posing for a picture? Sammy Cox takes time out to work on attendance records. 18 Jimmy Walker Shelly Wells Sherry Wells Bobby West James West Pauline Yap Loretta Young Teresa Young Clay Cabe addresses the student body during Beta induction ceremony. Cyndi McClure appears to be deep in thought or asleep, just Another MAN-ic Monday. 19 James Anderson Patrick Anderson Terry Anderson Robert Baldridge Tammy Beck Yvette Bolton Vickie Boyce Rod Brown David Burris Blake Butler Diana Cagle Paul Calley Scott Clark David Clingan Bruce Cogburn Donna Crews John Culp Tony Cunningham Chad Dillard Chris Dulin A MATTER OF MAGNITUDE The Juniors of 85-86 expe- rienced many changes. Upon their shoulders fell the respon- sibilities of raising money for the Junior-Senior Prom. Maga- zine sales, junior play, and can- dy sales were among their fund raising projects. Other events included ordering senior rings, taking the PSAT, building a float for the parade, and participat- ing in Spring Fling activities. 20 Officers of the Junior class include: Carrie Roe, representative; Amy Matlock, Treasurer; Tammie Nix, Vice-President; Janine Stone, representative; Renee Sparks, Secretary; and Eric Hughes, President. Charlotte Easley Dedra Eckert Lesa Evans Clay Flowers Mark Francis Ginger Fryar Larry Giles Dwight Govan Brenda Hansen Andrea Harper Tracy Hill Joey Howell Eric Hughes Toby Jones Jimmy Don Karr Vanda Kennel Todd King Tammy Knifong Barbara Kusturin David Lacy After Auto Mechanics, Joey Pennington returns to the main building for classes. Class rings have arrived and Amy Matlock is delighted to finally receive hers. 21 Amy Matlock Randy McKinney David McLelland Stacy Merrill Tammie Nix Ronald Payne Joey Pennington Ramsey Perkins Anthony Pollins Ray Potter Brett Renfro Courtney Robbs Sherry Roberson Carrie Roe Michael Rogers Pam Ross Bertha Russey Dana Rutherford Cynthia Schee Each year the junior class 'conducts a magazine sale to raise Tammie Nix, Craig Weatherford, and Janine Stone, money. Top salesme this year included: Robert Baldridge, 22 Using their time wisely, Chris Dulin and Rod Brown study their American History. Vickie Boyce finds time to review her lines for the Junior Play David Lacy does his good deed for the day as he cleans up the campus. Charles Smith Tracy Smith Chris Smithpeters Jay Smithpeters Renee Sparks Janine Stone Toby Talley Warrie Taylor Robbie Turner Dawn Vickers Craig Weatherford Jonathan Weems Tammy West Lori Williams Ivory Young 23 Charles Allen Thomas Allen Ronnie Baker Angela Benson Laverne Berry Chandra Booker Jennifer Bradley Rachel Butler Wilma Calhoun Tatrina Cooks Gayla Cooper Von Crain Nathan Crews Amber Davidson Kevin Davis Buford Dickens Shanna Dickerson Timothy Drake Wayne Easley Cathy Edwards Todd Ellis Tracy Ellis Mickey Ford Dana Gentry Sophomores Two Light Years The Sophomore class is on their 2nd year at GHS and it is a special time for them. They're not the new kids in town anymore, and to them, that's a good feeling. The class is growing up and becoming more responsible and more interested in important things, such as school and keeping up their grades. Several sophomores were inducted into the Beta Club and that sets a good example not only for their class, but for the school as well. Sophomore officers for 1985-86 are: Erica Williams, Rachel Butler, Kevin Smithpeters, Kevin Davis, Rusty Jester, and Chris Shaver. 24 James Giles Marilyn Giles Beth Gills Michelle Goza Kristi Halliday Rhonda Hansen Chris Harper Christi Hatley Tenya Hawthorne Adrian Henry Kevin Hilton Frankie Hughes Tommy Hughes Charleszetta Ivory Rusty Ledbetter Janae Jester Cindy Johnson Betty Kelley Steve Key Steven Knox Brett Kuhn Joey Ledbetter Rusty Ledbetter Carmen Lee 25 Dana Gentry was one of the many Beta members pinned. Nancy Long Chris Malcom Shanna Marks Stephanie Martin Audrey Morrison Jackie McClure John McClure Clay McMaster Tommy McNabb James McNeil David Norman Carlton Ollison Jeff Overton Susan Patterson Charles Pepper Roy Pollins Regina Purifoy Tonya Quarles Harry Rogers Robbie Roque Charles Ross Melissa Rutherford Wyonna Schee Teresa Seymore Jeff Overton hopes the pin doesn't stick him. 26 Buddy Sharp Chris Shaver John Shearin Ricky Sikes Wendy Simpson Rachel Smith Kevin Smithpeters Stacy Sparks Rachelle Stephens Lynn Trout Sandra Walker Robert Watson Michael Webb Mark Weems Erica Williams Paul Williams Tanya Williams Tosha Williams Tracy White Linda Young Are all the sophomores alert today? During the assembly, the sophomores catch up on the latest gossip. 27 Michael Allen Steven Allen Jodi Arnold Shane Babineaux Earvin Barnes Waynette Beals Steffani Bray Annie Brown Tim Burris Chris Cagle Mindy Galley Pete Casteel Michelle Christopher Cleve Clark Roger Cochran Misty Dempsey Michael Dickey Alan Dulin Dawana Dyer Nick Tom Easley FRESHMEN And Foretell the Rising Star ... Virgil The 1985-86 Freshman class had some big adjustments to make in the move from Middle School to High School. Aside from the changes in the school as a whole, they had to learn to live with being the underclassmen again. They must wait three more years to rule the school again, but the first year was very promising. Being the stars that they are, they are ready to rise to the challenge. Freshman class officers include: Earvin Barnes, Paul White, Cricket Quinney, Jimmy Ledbetter, Renae Williams, and Brad Hurst. 28 James Edwards Shelley Fallin Wanda Fisher Michelle Ford Kristie Gorman Victor Gulley Greg Hardaman James Harper Brad Harris Michael Hatley Stacy Hawthorne Tracy Hawthorne Shelly Howell Sandy Hudson Brad Hurst Kevin Jester Eric Jones Shelly Jones Crystal Keen April Key Having absorbed all the learning possible for the day, Steven Allen looks away to re-establish his center of gravity. Paul White seems to be enjoying the prospects of learning new things (or is he enjoying his first chance of being in the yearbook). 29 Anita Knox Dana Knox Jimmy Ledbetter Rayan Lee Raquel Lucio Tracey Malcom Larry Marion Richard Marks Dennis Martin Kenneth McClelland Chris McClure Robbie Moore Teri Nix Brittney Overbey Joetta Overcast Sharron Penney Stacy Pollins Deliah Quinney Scott Ray Missy Reece 30 Paul Roberson Bryan Roe Alfonzo Ross Jeff Rutherford Sheila Sellers Susan Seymore Ricky Slater Karen Smith Amy Smithpeters Jennifer Smithpeters Kenny Spruill Sandi Stiffler Dane Stone Robert Stone Scottie Stricklin Michael Vaughn Michelle Weaver Paul White Renea Williams Denise Wright Mrs. White's General Science class casually considers the answer to a problem. Jeff Rutherform gets some assistance from Mrs. White on an especially diffi- cult problem. Robert Young 31 ADMINISTRATION Gurdon Middle School plays a vital part in the education of our students. The faculty and administration pride themselves in knowing each student and trying to help them reach their potential. Grades 5-8 are full of changes for the students, physically and emotionally. These changes come at different times for the students. The middle school aids the student in bridging the gaps between high school and maturity. The administration recognizes the great need for understand- ing and guidance during these middle school years. Mr. Thompson has a variety of duties, from giving a speech at Junior Beta inductions once a year to keeping a watchful eye on the campus every day. 32 Mrs. Clark takes a short break from record keeping, an every day activity. With the middle school age group, a counselor faces many challenges. Mr. Bill Moorman not only meets those challenges, but in addition serves the primary school. He supervises the administra- tion of achievement tests at both schools and serves as Chapter One coordinator 33 Rebecca Baumgardner, 5th and 6th grade reme- dial reading............. Elizabeth Blanton, 6th grade social studies and English................. Floreda Briscoe, Special Education............... Linda Bullard, 7th and 8th grade math, cheer- leader sponsor........... Ann Clingan, 7th and 8th grade social studies.... Kay Downey, 8th grade reading ................ Peggy Hargrave, 5th grade English and math . Vivian Harris, Librarian ... Delores Hodge, 7th grade English and read- ing .................. Wilma House, 6th grade spelling and reading. Pep JR. HIGH FACULTY The Junior High faculty has to help the students deal with change. This means new teach- ers, a new school, changing classes, less recess time, and new subjects. They also help them prepare for the change to high school. These teachers meet the challenges and demands of their work with diligence and dedication. The students re- spond to them by giving their best efforts. Mrs. House presents Mr. Thompson with a money tree for his birthday. The teachers enjoy refreshments at a birthday party for Mr. Thompson. 34 Mrs. Roe, Mrs. Beals, Mrs. Bullard, Mrs. Thompson, and Mrs. Downey entertain the students at a talent show. Randy Kizer, Boy's P.E., health, Jr. Football.... Opal Ledbetter, Special Education aide.......... Annette Middleton, Girl's P.E., health..... Betty Middleton, Career Orientation............. Lori Moore, Music....... Betsy Morrison, Art..... Marianne Roe, Remedial math ................... Patsy Stiffler, 5th grade social studies and science Joanne Thompson, 8th grade English......... Lila Thompson, 7th and 8th grade science..... Kathryn Turner, Re- source Room........... Belinda Whitlock, 6th grade science and math Nedra Williams, 5th grade reading and spel- ling ................. 35 The eighth graders had a very challenging year. They learned many new skills in both EIGHTH GRADE And a Star Leadeth All .. academic and vocational areas. They toured the Red River Vo- Tech school at Malvern, and students went out shadowing people in the local business community. The last half of the year in particular was spent preparing them for the move to high school, including a tour of high school and pre-registration. Kelly White, Michael Plyler, David Stewart, Patricia Long, and Shawn Lane present Mr. Thompson with a shirt and a lifetime membership in the Career Orientation Club. Steven Satterwhite works hard on his poster for Career Ori- entation. Shun Gulley and Trav- is McNeil try to make their posters the best they possibly can. Daniel King's mother proudly pins him at Junior Beta Club in- duction. 36 Don Accor Charlie Brown Jerome Brown Vasun Buford Jason Burns Ricky Clark Shane Griffin Shun Gulley Keith Jester Dean Johnson Kevin Key Daniel King Shawn Lane Darnell Marks Tracy McBride Travis McNeil Michael Plyler Wade Pool Robert Purifoy Kirk Rhodes John Rutherford Stephen Satterwhite David Stewart Brandon Stone LeWayne Taylor Bo Vandiver Bryan Watson Kelly White Cedric Williams Eddie Young Frederick Young Dean Johnson, Kevin Key, Kirk Rhodes, and Daniel King search through stencils for letters for their posters. Jason Burns, Gerald Harper, and Daniel King are looking very professional for Career Orienta- tion. 37 Rose Bell Rebekah Biggs Karin Bradley Jennifer Branton Amy Briscoe Jeanie Calley Kelly Clark Amber Conboy April Davidson Monica Dickens Jan Edwards Andra Foyil Gerald Harper Molly Hays Tiffany Horn Joey Leavitt Beatrice Long Patricia Long Patty McClure Nanette McKin Roger Melugin Margaret Patterson Kay Purifoy Letha Roundtree John Selph Gloria Smith Allison Thomas Tori Wells Kerri Whitlock Rhonda Williams Ricky Wright Pam Young' Jeanie Calley, Meridith Key, Jerusha Babineaux, and Rhonda Williams get pointers from Carrie Roe about how to make it in high school next year. Rhonda Williams, Patricia Long, Jerusha Babineaux, Tori Wells, and Kelly Clark seek the shortest routes to their classes for next year. 38 The Career Orientation Classes went to tour Red River Vo-Tech at Malvern. Gerry Allen Jerusha Babineaux Bennetta Booker Christina Collins Becky Cooper Stefanie Cooper Rachel Crews Eugenia Cunningham Jimmy Don Currey Shannon DeHaven Tomeka Dickens Donna Giles Kathy Green Melissa Henson Allan Howe Dan Hughes Cynthia Ivory James Jones Cheryl Jorstad Meredith Key Linda Kimbrell Sandy Martin Billy McClure Tammy O'Hart Gerome Rogers Lowvander Sims Eric Smith Troy Smith John Stevens Stephanie Stephens James Wiley Jeanie Calley is pinned by her mother at Junior Beta Club induction. 39 Terry Accorn Jamie Allen Michael Allen Tom Armstrong Debra Berry Kevin Brewer David Cagle Jackie Crews Quincey Dickens James Eddy Herbert Fort James Henson Tracy Hughes Frederick Hughes James Newberry Jackie Otwell Mitch Pennington Casey Pentecost Mark Purifoy Rusty Ross Betsy Rutherford Wesley Sparks 7TH GRADE WHEN THE SUN IS SET LIT- TLE STARS WILL SHINE Being a 7th grader is a special feeling to students. It is the time when they get interested in activities such as basketball, football and track. It is also the time to get inducted in the Beta Club if they have worked hard and made the grades. For the most part, 7th grade means two more years before going to high school. This is also a time for acting more mature and more like leaders. 40 Calvin Allen Tonya Allen jason Anderson Marl Barnes Sharita Bolton Melony Briscoe Valerie Crow Tanya Ellis Rusty Frizzell Cathy Giles Rebecca Hathcoath Latonya Henry Jason Hughes Daphne Johnson James McClure Tony McGaugh Tiffany McPeak Angelica O'Hart Christy Penney Latonya Purifoy Angela Ray Katina Ray Tonya Scott 41 Before going to work, Sharita Bolton waits for instructions. Otis Allen Donnie Beasley Holly Blanton Tesha Bolton Jamie Boyce Derrick Bunckner Ceciley Cox Jerry Franks L. J. Green Jennifer Haynie Fayette House Dawn Howe Paula Howell Catrina Lee Shantelle McClain Kathryn Norman Vennessa Sims Cindy Smithpeters Thomas Ray Catrina Lee waits anxiously as her mother pins her. Mr. Thompson speaks with great pride at the Beta induction. 42 JR. BETA CLUB This year the Jr. Beta Club has increased tremendously in number. This indicates that students are taking more pride in their work and they are working harder. Hopefully, when other students see how special the Beta Club is, they will also work hard to get in it. Tori Wells shows a lot of patience as she waits for her father to pin her. Daphne Johnson looks on as her mother pins her. 43 Julie Baker Jeremy Baumgardner Cary Bowerman Caroline Branton Laphentra Brewer Chris Bullard Denise Butler Greg Clayborn Shelly Currey Erin Davidson Samantha Edwards Chris Garrett Cindy Ham Lena Harris Jay Jackson Jennifer Jester Jennifer Jordan Angie Key Corey Key Jolyne Lamkin Randy Ledbetter Branaie McDonald Tony Melugin Daivd Otwell Jeannilyn Roe Jimmy Shearin Trey Talley Todd Thompson J. J. Watters Tim Wray Lavinia Young SIXTH GRADE A New Star Was Shining The 6th grade class had a large number of students this year. This group consisted of a lot of active students willing and eager to participate in the activities the 6th grade has to offer. This class got the privilege of going to Lake Degray. This reward was given to the class because it had the best attendance record at the Middle School. The students realized that being good students and always attending school can bring good rewards. 44 James Buckner Kevin Bird Brian Culp Cecil Estridge Mark Ford Kendall Freeman Robbin Fulton Chris Harper April Hatley Rochelle House Adam Leavitt Nancy Ledbetter Sidney Lejeune Mark Plyer Ricky Powell Eddie Reece Wendy Robinson Chris Russell Diatra Smith Robbie Smith Kristin Stoudt Robin Thomas Holly Thomerson Travis Vance Aaron Wallace Scott Walthall Clint Whitworth Larry Williams Joanna Wright Rochelle House takes time out from a hard day of studying to daydream. Darinda Ray works on. 45 Stacy Abbott Wes Bearden Marian Beavers Herbert Bell Calvin Brown Carrie Clark Deanna Coon Terry Cooper Mickey Coplen Ellis Gulley Wade Harris Ricky Holliman Nick Johnson Dean Jones Shelby Jones Terry Lamay Jessica Merrill Amber Myers Latitia Ollison Tina Peeks Darinda Ray Michael Sanders Chris Smith Shanta Smith Michael Walker Jerome Williams Alberta Young 46 Danny Adams, a biologist for the Ross Foundation, shows a slide to the sixth grade class. 47 Under the direction of Mr. Moore, the sixth grade class performs. 5TH GRADE Up the Density Ladder A large step up the density ladder is taken by fifth graders in their move to middle school. The year begins with a completely new environment — new cam- pus, new teachers, and a new system to learn. The anxious first days give way to excitement about the new ways — P.E., pep rallies, and assemblies. It's a year full of activities that capture the enthusiasm of all fifth-graders. Mandy McClure concentrates on proper placement of math problems. The fifth grade wing is home for 5-1, 5-2, and 5-3. 48 Adrienne Allen Jeff Blake Catina Clayborn Michael Crews John Edwards Latanya Ellis Jason Hammonds Jennifer Hawthorne Crystal Henry Amber Hubbard Benji Johnson Chris Jones James Keen Raquel Marlow Mandy McClure Maureena Oliver Cardeli Quarrels Mickey Sparks Jamie Toland Leah Upchurch Lora Vickers Anthony Williams Valeria Williams David Young Amber Hubbard and Cardeli Quarrels seem totally absorbed in finishing a math page. 49 Serena Bell Shannon Bell Myron Clark Todd Clark Kaye Collins Jackie Dansby Harold Dickens Shaunna Engler Greg Harvell Valerie Hunter Brandi Hurst Stanley Kennel Steve Kennel Amy King Jay Lawson Melissa Long Michael Long Sharon Oliver Kasey Overbey Kristyn Overbey Jennifer Rogers Kristie Russell Roberta Sims David Stiffler Kevin Wells Kristi Wiley 50 Does Mrs. Williams have everyone's attention? Jeffery Allen Howard Bell Haywood Bolton Misty Calley Melissa Copeland Mark Edds Jeri Foyil Willie Gray Stevie Green Glen Hankins Christy Key Michael McClure Paige Padgett Jennifer Purifoy Sarah Rhodes Abraham Rutherford Pam Sellers Billy Smith Benjamin White Jason Whitlock Oscar Willingham Jennifer Wrinkle Winners of the talent show in 5th grade included Paige Padgett and Jeri Foyil. Mrs. Turner's Resource Room. Mark Bell Harold Bennett Gerrick Berry Michael Hardamon Jamie Lamkin Betty Ledbetter Kelly Martin Glen Mooneyham Deliah Morrison Danell Penney Waymond Wilson 51 CUSTODIANS STARDUSTERS Preparing a day's lunch at the high school was the job of our lunchroom workers who included Ann Clark, Lenora Eckert, and Catherine Payne. Mr. Pigg has been a dedicated employee of Curdon public schools for the past several years, rendering each and every service with a smile. No one realizes the work done by our custo- dians insuring us of a clean and properly maintained school. The efforts of the bus drivers, janitors, lunchroom workers, and school nurse result in a clean, safe, and pleasant environment in which to learn. Little smiles and words of encouragement help set the tone for the day. The people behind the scenes help keep the wheels of education turning. One man we will always remember is Mr. Morgan Peeples. Mr. Peeples worked diligently as a custodian at Gurdon High School for twenty- seven years. He was dedicated and very dependable in his efforts to make our school years the stepping stones to brighter futures. 52 Lula Mae Wright worked hard all year to help keep the middle school clean. Mr. Peeples and Mr. Logan always had a different job to do, but always managed to get it done. Bonnie Beals was always at one school or another, checking health records or assisting students in health matters. Shirley Smith, Lourene Stuckey, Rosie Nelson, Rita Evington, and Bonnie McGouthlin made sure that they had breakfast and lunch ready for students at the Middle School everyday. 53 ENGLISH - JOURNALISM HE SCORNS TO TELL A STORY With communications being the fastest grow- ing profession in the world, students are becoming increasingly aware of the importance of high school English. The study of grammar and speech helps us to become more effective communicators, no matter what profession we pursue. The study of literature helps us to see things from different viewpoints and express ourselves better. Mrs. Wells gives an explanation as she teaches the study of phonetics to the speech class. Don't the Advanced English IV students look excited about watching Macbeth on television? 54 Working on the yearbook, Vanda Kennel sorts out pictures. Helping Todd King prepare a column for the Devil Sheet is Mrs. Vandiver. The journalism class worked hard throughout the year to produce the Devil Sheet and the Yearbook. Not only did this require classtime, it also required coming to school a couple of hours at night each week. Anytime a student was seen in the halls during second period, it was probably a member of the journalism class tending to some kind of business. Both staffs' jobs required some overtime, but they were able to accomplish their goals - the publication of the school newspaper and annual. 55 MATH Bunny Rabbits in math? In geometry rabbits were among the many unusual sights as the students used colorful threads to create artistic patterns utilizing geometric shapes. This was just one of the ways the math teachers supplemented their classroom instruc- tions. Math classes include fundamental math, general math, business math, pre-algebra, Algebra I, Algebra II, geometry, and advanced math. As some students soon discover, geometry isn't as easy as it may seem. Mrs. Selph leaves the office after acquiring much needed chalk for her class. Mrs. Ross goes over an assignment for her geometry class. 56 SOCIAL STUDIES The social studies teachers also use outside ways of aiding the students in their learning. Among these were the political rally in which Mrs. Kuhn's Ar- kansas History students sold refreshments, and the Close- Up trip to Washington, D.C. The social studies classes include civics, Arkansas history, American history, World Histo- ry and American government world geography. Cary Walker, Brian Abbot, and John Prince concentrate on their American History assignment. Mrs. Kuhn's Arkansas History class presents a check to Mrs. Helen Tarpley for the Hoo Hoo restoration. 57 THE SCIENCES Understanding becomes more important each day. The science courses available to broaden our understanding include General Science, Earth Science, Physical Science, Biology, Chemistry, and Physics. In the laboratory, whether it is in the class- room or outside, individual experiments give students firsthand insight into actions and reac- tions of elements around them. The study of the various fields of science will help us preserve our world. 58 «Rod Brown discovers the saturation point of sugar in Chemistry class. The General Science class was kept very busy throughout the year. Working on his experiment, Toby Talley tries to find the mineral content of milk. Ken Bradley and Rusty Ledbetter attempt to remove the heart from a fetal pig in Biology. 59 MEDIA CENTER The library is the center of many of the school's activities. Not only is it used to gather research information, but it is also convenient to hold club meet- ings, give tests, and show visual presentations. Before school and during lunch students sometimes gather just to socialize. During study hall Scott Ray and Joey Howell spend time reading magazines. The Seniors enjoy a presentation of Macbeth. Nancy Long takes time out of a busy schedule in order to enjoy some reading. Mrs. Breedlove assists Renae Williams and Mark Bear in checking out books. 61 Listening to ideas presented by NHS members is Mrs. Whitfield. IN AND AROUND GHS The classes, the meetings, the clubs, even changing classes are all intregal parts of a typical year at Gurdon High School. The days are busy and full. Each day brings new challenges and experiences. Mr. Thompson explains the rules for the coming year. Shawn Hurst concentrates hard to figure out program errors. Each year students await the time for Beta tapping. John Culp prepares for another day of Chemistry. Students gather around to socialize during the five minute break between classes. Lesa Evans pins Christi Hatley during Beta induction. Freshmen sponsors explain what is expected from the Freshmen class during Homecoming. Jimmy Don Karr is surprised to see that the camera is on him this time. 63 BUSINESS The age of the computer is here. Business courses offered at Gurdon High School have met the challenge, preparing students who for per- sonal or occupational reasons need to know more about operating today's business machines. New electronic typewriters were used by Typing I and II classes. New calculators were put to use by the Cooperative Office Education students. The computers were in use all seven periods as students studied Computer Science, Introduction to Data Processing, and Word Pro- cessing. Accounting, Business Math, and Office Pro- cedures introduced students to practical prob- lems they may face in real-life situations. Nonie Schee was one of many students who worked with a computer during the year. Data Processing is studied by students in the computer room. 64 Carrie Roe, Darrel Jones, and Tammie Nix are hard at work in Unhappily looking at a typing error is David McClelland, the typing room. 65 HOME ECONOMICS The Home Economics de- partment offers classes in child development, textiles and cloth- ing, housingand home furnishing, interpersonal relationships, con- sumer education, and food and nutrition. These units of study provide a solid foundation for future use in the home and busi- ness world. Because of the wide variety of courses offered, Home Economics appeals to all students. Donna Crews shows off some of the projects of the Home Economics clas- ses. Tammy Beck, Tatrina Cooks, and Betty Kelly stand in front of the tree in the Home Economics building. Shannon Fields and Annie Brown clean up the room after class. Kim McClure, Bunker Dickens, and Missy Rutherford display the cakes they made in Home Economics. 66 AGRICULTURE The Agricultural Depart- ment offers classes in welding, electricity, animal science, and woodworking. Several Agri Students had special projects related to FFA activities. The Agri. classes stay very busy all year long. Animals are bought and cared for, boxes of fruit are sold and delivered, as well as everyday activities. Mr Blackwell looks on as his Agri. students help unload the fruit they sold. The members of Mr. Blackwell's Agri. class discuss the day's events. Buford Dickens, Chris Shaver, Clay McMaster, Randy McKinney, and Jeff Overton have some fun inspecting the fruit before delivering it. Randy Clark, Allen Jones, and Chad Caldwell load up fruit for delivery. 67 SPANISH Brittney Overby gives her presentation of a poster to the Spanish I class. Some Spanish students made paper mache pinatas for the Christmas season. 68 David Smith is shown with his pointilism of his grandfather which was shown in the Barrett and Cissi Hamilton Art Competition. A spring afternoon was perfect for a band concert and art display with refreshments served by Mrs. Debbie White and Mrs. Carolyn Kuhn. 69 CREATIVITY Had I been present at the creation, I would have given some useful hints for the better ordering of the Universe - Alphonso Art has been around as long as man when people drew pictures on cave walls in order to communicate. Art enables the artist to express himself through one of the various types of art forms. This year was a very creative one for several students at Gurdon High School. David Smith's pen and ink pointilism drawing was chosen for exhibit in the Barrett and Cissi Hamilton art competition. Craig Weatherford was chosen to be on exhibit in the Young Arkansas Artist Exhibit at the Arkansas Art Center. Gurdon walked away with it at the Arkansas Federated Women's Club with Jon Jester, Carlton Ollison, David Norman, and Daniel Smith taking the first and second places in two divisions. Terry Anderson concentrates hard as he tries to learn about Artwork by Gurdon students is on display at the Lyda Wright art. Summer Art Exhibit. 70 Joey Ledbetter, Steve Key, and Ronnie Baker use paper mache to express their own originality and creativity. Using his pencil to get the correct proportions, Carlton Ollison draws a box using perspective. As a third year art student, Charlette Easly creates another masterpiece. 71 Each year, some of the juniors and seniors from Gur- don High School participate in the Close-Up program. Close- Up is a national program in which students take a week to study the government in Wash- ington, D.C. This year the program was a bit different. Since Congress was in recess for Easter, the group spent a night in colonial Williamsburg, Virginia. There they took a tour of the restored town and were treated to a colonial meal. In Washington, they heard speakers on many issues and saw many sights. They went to a dinner theatre as part of the cultural entertainment and saw the play Sleuth. Finally, on Fri- day afternoon they were un- leashed on Washington to do as they pleased. A good time was had by all and many expressed the desire to return. CLOSE-UP Close-Up participants for 1986 were Janine Stone, Courtney Robbs, Pauline Yap, Carrie Roe, Pam Ross, Renee Sparks, Tammie Nix, Amy Matlock, Robbie Turner, Scott Clark, Blake But- ler, James Anderson, and Melissa Calley. Robbie Turner and James Anderson serve at a dinner to raise money for the Close-Up trip. There is a magnificent view of the Washington Monument from the front steps of the Lincoln Memorial. Amy Matlock, Vickie Boyce, Stacey Allen, Janine Stone, and Melissa Calley help serve at a Close-Up sponsored coffee for the Chamber of Commerce. 72 People enjoy going for rides around Williamsburg in horse-drawn buggies. Many of the people who work in Williamsburg dress in colonial cos- tumes. The courthouse of Williamsburg has been restored and is open for the public to see their restoration plans. The Kings Arms Tavern serves from the same menu used in the 1700's. The old powder magazine was originally built in 1714. 73 THE SEASONS IN SPORTS The stars in the heavens — the seasons dictated by the moon — all perfectly suited to sporting events. Football in the fall, basketball in winter, and spring sports — tennis, track and golf. Sports play an important role in the school and com- munity. Asactive participants, players or fans, the students learn teamwork and good sportsmanship. Charles Smith skies for two. A cool snap heats up the grid. 74 A little birdie, perhaps? Spring forward — tennis, anyone? Up, up, and away for two more goes Tammie Nix. 75 GIANTS AND DWARFS: TWO KINDS OF STARS The 1985-86 Senior Boys' Basketball season saw the Go-Devils rise to an overall winning season, coming out on top with a 15-11 record. The Go-Devils were runners-up in both the Henderson and Quachita tournaments, but fell short in the District Tournament by losing to the eventual winners, the Junction City Dragons. All in all, the Senior Go-Devils have shown that they are capable of the winning season that everyone wants and expects. Reaching high above the rim to ring the scoreboard is Charles Smith. It takes two to tango, says David Lacy during the game at Hampton High School. 76 Rod Brown uses concentration and quickness to anticipate the pass. Charles Smith and Johnny Key make sure that the Go-Devils have every advantage in the game that they can. 77 Coach Ware, using brains and manpower, out thinks the opponent to another Go-Devil victory. STARS IN THE MAKING This year was a year of adjustment for the Sr. Girls' basketball team. They had to adjust to a new coach and a very young team. Their only senior was injured very early in the season, and for the rest of the season, the Go-Devil line-up consisted of 4 juniors and one sophomore. There were a lot of ups and downs for the team, but there was also a lot of dedication in the players and the coach. During the season, the Go-Devils defeated Junction City, a team that was ranked in State AA. It was disappointing for the girls to lose their first game in the Tournament. All playersare returning next year, and they should have a great season. After a steal, Vanda Kennel goes up for 2. Members of the 1985-86 Sr. Girls' Basketball team are: Von Crain, Wendy Simpson, Carmen Lee, Vanda Kennel, Marilyn Giles, Carrie Roe, Andrea Harper, Tammie Nix, and Coach Camille Norton. 78 Marilyn Giles listens as Tammie Nix points out instructions during a game. During a time out. Coach Norton gives the team instructions on how to beat their opponent. Score Board Opponent Us Them Saratoga 34 56 Arkadelphia 39 52 Harmony Grove 48 39 Ashdown 52 31 Carthage 61 23 Camden 45 55 Forest City 38 42 Malvern 36 34 Fairview 29 47 Arkadelphia 40 41 Nashville 48 54 junction City 43 39 Prescott 32 36 Fordyce 45 39 Hampton 38 37 Dequeen 54 42 Bearden 63 55 Fordyce 30 38 ALL-DISTRICT Marilyn Giles 79 STARS IN ACTION The Jr. girls' and boys' basketball teams had a great season this year. Both teams worked extremely hard in each game and both teams had an impressive season. The girls' ended the season with 7 wins and 6 losses. They had four 9th graders on the team, and the rest were 8th graders. The players worked as a team and learned a lot of things along the way. Next year the team will have a lot of 8th graders, and some 7th graders. The girls' should have a good season next year. The Jr. Boys' ended the season with 7 wins and 5 losses. The team was full of talent and a lot of players with the desire to be winners. They played a lot of teams that had a lot of talent, but no matter who the Go-Devils played, they fought hard. The boys expect to have a good season next year. After stealing the ball from her opponent, Annie Brown shoots a lay-up. 80 TRACK Showing off some of their trophies is just rewards for Anthony Brown, David McLelland, Chris Harper and David Lacy. This year's track teams met with success in district competition, led by the 440 and 880 yard relay teams. The relay teams won at Fordyce, Nashville, and were district champions. The team went to the state meet where they received All-State rec- ognition. 82 That's not long enough, Harper! 83 GOLF Golfing is not a new sport at Gurdon High School. Although it is a sport very few students participate in, we have had represen- tation for several years in district competition. This year's boys' team was young, but gained experience in district play. Courtney Robbs, our only girl golfer, represented the district in state competition for the past two years after winning the district competition. The golf team was coached by Duane Yerina. Courtney Robbs shows her winning form. Pete Casteel, Freshman Bruce Cogburn, Junior Clay Flowers, Junior Kevin Hilton, Sophomore Courtney Robbs, Junior 84 Kevin Hilton addresses the ball for a (hopefully) long drive shot. 85 TENNIS Game, Set, Match The 1986 Gurdon High School Tennis Team had a very good year. The boys' team went undefeated and extended this four year undefeat- ed record to 25-0. The girls lost only two meets the whole year. In district, Jimmy Don Karr defeated Clay Cabe in the finals in the boys' division. In the girls' division, Tammie Nix and Cricket Quinney won the doubles title. After hitting a lob. Cricket Quinney watches to see if it goes in. 86 87 JR. HIGH CHEERLEADERS The Gurdon Middle School supports its football and basketball teams through such groups as the cheerleaders, the Pep Steppers, and Pep Club. These groups dedicate a lot of time for practice, which shows in their performance during ball seasons. Cheerleader sponsor is Mrs. Linda Bullard. Mrs. Wilma House is sponsor of both the Pep Steppers and the Pep Club. The 1985-86 Jr. High Cheerleaders included La Tonya Purifoy, Hollee Blan- ton, Molly Hays, Renee Williams, LaTo- nya Henry, Waynette Beals, Nanette McKin, and Rhonda Williams. The Jr. High Cheerleaders show their confidence in the teams at Homecom- ing by cheering in the Homecoming parade. 88 The 1985-86 Pep club members includ- ed Tanya Ellis, Tracy Hughes, Angelia O'Hart, Angela Ray, Rebecca Hathcoat, Ceciley Cox, Tomeka Dickens, Rebekah Biggs, Jennifer Branton, Tammy O'Hart, and Fayette House. The 1985-86 Pep Steppers included Mrs.Wilma House, sponsor; Jennifer Haynie, Stephanie Stephens, Valerie Crow, Tiffany Horn, Tonya Scott, Donna Giles, Amy Briscoe, Cathy Giles, Melony Briscoe, Daphne Johnson, Christy Pen- ney, Mindy Calley, and Tamara House, mascot. The Pep Steppers lend their support to the teams as they march in the Home- coming parade. 89 JR. FOOTBALL A SHINING SEASON Losing their first game to Lakeside was not a very good way to start the 1985 season for the Junior Go-Devils, but no one could stop them the rest of the year. They finished the year with seven victories, giving them the best record in the conference, and the best record of any Junior Go- Devil team in years. Score Board Opponent Us Them Lakeside 8 20 Bradley 26 0 DeQueen 38 8 Junction City 14 6 Prescott 16 7 Nashville 24 0 Stamps 16 8 Fordyce 14 6 Dodging a defender, Kenneth McClelland cuts back for a big gain. Jeff Rutherford manages to hold on to the ball after a hard hit from the defender. 90 Steven Allen rushes to assist the tackle as Kenneth McClelland makes the initial hit. The Jr. Go-Devils work hard even when it's not football season, as shown by Jason Burnes and Kirk Rhodes. 91 Emotions were riding high after finishing the year with a 7-1 record and a victory against Fordyce. During the Homecoming game, the cheerleaders do chants while they wait for the football players to tear down the banner. 92 Building a pyramid is a specialty of the Sr. High cheerleaders. CHEERLEADERS The 1985-86 cheerleaders played a big part of the football, as well as the basketball season. The cheerleaders begin their hard work during the sum- mer by practicing hard on hot days and attending camp. Besides cheering, the girls work on banners and do ther tasks to support their school and their team. Wendy Simpson shows that she is fired up at a peprally. After learning the plan, Christy Hatley shares it with the students. Turning cartwheels is another specialty of the cheerleaders. 93 SR. FOOTBALL BEATING THE ODDS The 1985 Gurdon Sr. High Go-Devils started out the season like champions. The Go-Devils raced to a 5-0 record with victories over Strong, Harmony Grove, Bradley, a Homecoming shutout over Sheridan, and an impressive win over 7th ranked Nashville. Gurdon, ranked 4th in AA, traveled to DeQueen but couldn't handle the Leopards. The Go-Devils finished out their sched- ule winning only 1 out of the last 4 games, ending their season at 6-4. iAnthony Brown, 43, out- runs a Strong defender for a touchdown. • 32, David Lacy, turns up field for extra yardage against Harmony Grove. 94 Scoreboard Opponent G.H.S. Opp. Strong 25 0 Harmony Grove 42 0 Nashville 14 13 Bradley 33 26 Sheridan 29 0 DeQueen 7 14 Fordyce 14 17 Junction City 3 7 Hampton 17 0 Prescott 0 27 Dragging two Junction City players, Anthony Brown struggles for yards. In homecoming action, 43, Anthony Brown is pulled down from behind by a Sheridan defender. HOMECOMING - A SHIMMERING NIGHT The 1985 Homecoming Queen was senior Tina Marks. She was escorted by the cap- tain, Anthony Brown. Her court consisted of senior Maid of Honor Myra Ursery escorted by Shawn Hurst; Senior Maid Kar- en Jester escorted by Darrel Jones; Senior Maid Cyndi McClure escorted by Ronnie Baird; Junior Maid Carrie Roe escorted by Sammy Cox; Junior Maid Pam Ross escorted by Chad Caldwell; Sophomore Maid Michelle Goza escorted by Bernard Hatley; Sophomore Maid Christi Hatley escorted by Andra Barnes. Senior Tina Marks, 1985 Homecoming Queen and her.escort Anthony Brown, Captain. 96 The 1985-86 Homecoming court representing the Curdon High School Go-Devils. The 1985-86 Homecoming Royalty from left to right: Christi Hatley, Carrie Roe, Cyndi McClure, Myra Ursery, Tina Marks, Tara Hughes, Karen Jester, Pam Ross, and Michelle Goza. The 1985-86 Homecoming escorts from left to right: Ronnie Baird, Sammy Cox, Shawn Hurst, Anthony Brown, Derek Anderson, Bernard Hatley, Darrel Jones, Andra Barnes, and Chad Caldwell. 97 BAND The 1985-86 G.H.S. Band performed excellently this year. Not only did the band perform well during the football season, but also during concerts and other outings such as the annual Forest Festival Parade. The band also performed in Ashdown and Prescott where they received superior ratings. The performance of the band this year meant a great deal to the players, as well as the fans. They were a crystalline'' delight! Drum Major Karen Harper successfully led the band during outstanding half-time performances. G.H.S. Majorettes from left to right: Sandy Hudson, Stephanie Martin, Robin Hurst, Beth Gills, Lynn Trout, and in the center. Amber Davidson. 98 99 G.H.S. Flag Line Left to Right: Lesa Evans, Gayla Cooper, Erica Williams, Cindy Johnson, and Tosha Williams. JR. PLAY This year the Junior class put on an excellent production of Our Town. Our Town is a play by Thornton Wilder. It is set in a small town that could have been any town in a time that could have been any time. It has three acts that go through the lives of the characters, and it involves the use of very little scenery. The story is told with the stage manager acting as narrator. The cast put in long hours of rehearsal and worked hard to make the play the best they possibly could. Professor Willard (Jimmy Don Karr) explains the town's history to the Stage Manger (Ray Potter). 100 Members of the play cast included: Clay Flowers, Dee Eckert, Amy Matlock, Blake Butler, Jimmy Don Karr, Ray Potter, David Clingan, Courtney Robbs, Chris Smithpeters, Vickie Boyce, Pam Ross, Todd King, Janine Stone, Warrie Taylor, Stacey Merrill, Sherry Roberson, and Tammy West. Rehearsing lines for their parts are Clay Flowers and Warrie Taylor. Ray Potter, Blake Butler, and Pam Ross review their lines for the drug store scene. 101 SR. PLAY CAST General Hamilton Hartington Hammond .......................... David Anderson Pvt. Clingei ................ Bernard Hailey |.t. Colonel Henry Braymorc Blake .. Darrel Jones Captain Bridget McCarthy Karen Thomas Ll. Janice Fury................. Karen Jester Sergeant Devine.......................... Jon Jester I t. Louise Kimble.............. Myra Ursery Captain Frank Burns ............. Clay Cabe Father John Patrick Mulcahy .... Shawn Hurst Captain Walter Waldowski (Walt).. Sammy Cox Captain John McIntyre (Trapper John) ......................... Robert McGill Captain John Black (Ugly)... Randy Clark Corporal Radar Reilly .... Michael Slater Captain Benjamin Franklin Pierce (Hawkcyc)................... Johnny Key Captain Augustus Bedford Forrest (Duke)................... Keith Smithpeters Ho-Jon.............................. David Anderson Pvt. Lopez.................. Ronnie Baird Korean Woman «1 ............ Teresa Young Korean Woman ::2.......... Cyndi McClure Lt. Nancy Phillips........ Regina Robinson Major Margaret Houlihan..... Tonya Boyce Congressmanwoman Goldfarb .. Robin Hurst Dean Mercy Lodge ........... Pam McMillan Miss Randazzle............ Alisa M Master The Bonwit Sisters ... Mil i ... Kim McClure Frit i .. Cyndi McClure Bitzi ... Stacey Allen It Connie Liebowitz......... Stacey Allen Captain Oliver Wendell Jones Cast (cont.) (Spearchucker).................. Sammy Cox Major Ruth Haskell.............. Shelly Wells G.I.'s Koreans, Medical Personnel ............................. Sherry Wells Bunker Dickens Lisa Vaughn Chad Caldwell Stage and Lighting Directors .... Shawn Hurst Anthony Brown Karen Harper Spotlight ............... Mrs. Ed Mc Kinnon Tic kets..................... Mr. Jim Slrfflcr Proffr.ims Sharon (Jones) Barnes Robin Hurst Alisa Me Master Pam McMillan Shelly Wells Sponsors Mrs. Kenneth Anderson Mrs. Bob McGill Mrs. Ed McKinnon Mr. Jim Stiffler Mrs. William Vandiver Mrs. Jercl White Spcci.il Th.tnks The Army National Guard for providing props Mr. Jerel White, Mr. Lee Talley and Toby - special sound effects CD E Club for use of their spotlight Mr. Ed McKinnon - props Mr. James Cox - props Playing the part of Duke was Keith Smithpeters. Regina Robinson and Karen Thomas sit and talk in the nurse's Playing the part of Clinger required Bernard Hatley to wear tent. a dress. 102 Cheering on the M.A.S.H. team at a football game are Karen Jester, Myra Ursery, Michael Slater, Regina Rob- inson, and Teresa Young. Darrel Jones, Keith Smithpeters, and Johnny Key show their acting ability. In the swamp some of the M.A.S.H. team are introduced to Duke (Keith Smithpeters) and Hawkeye (Johnny Key). 103 SPRING FLING 104 Teddy Smith, Darrel Jones, and Wayne Baumgardner sit in the shade and take a break from the activities. Selling sno-cones for Close-Up is Tammie Nix. David McLelland and Randy McKinney get prepared to have wet sponges thrown at them. 105 David Anderson, Amy Matlock, and Janine Stone present copies of the writing booklets of GHS students to Mrs. Nancy Pauli. The activities are varied and so are the rewards. Whether it was seeing your writing published, per- forming in sports, speeches, or plays, dressing up for the prom, or getting a little break at lunch, the rewards of participation were satis- fying to students of Gurdon High. A true star - Eric Hughes. 106 107 FUTURE FARMERS OF AMERICA The FFA is one of the busiest groups in school. They attended the National Conven- tion in Kansas City, MO, partici- pated in the FFA creed speaking competition, held a school as- sembly when the national FFA Vice-President, Kevin Coffman, was here, took top honors at the county fair, and built a jail for use by the chamber of com- merce during the Forest Festi- val. The group was constantly on the go, but they enjoyed it and their enthusiasm is making the FFA one of the fastest growing organizations in The top sellers in the fruit sale were Michael Vaughn, Randy Clark, and Cleve Clark, school. FFA Vice-President Brett Renfro opens the ceremony at a school assembly. FFA Sub-Area Creed Speaking winners were Victor Gulley, Kevin Jester, and Charles Allen. Members who attended the National Convention were Cleve Clark, Michael Hatley, Victor Gulley, Kevin Jester, Eric Hughes, Scott Clark, Michael Webb, Randy Clark, and Clay McMaster. 108 Displaying their prize ribbons at the county fair are Randy Clark, Tommy Hughes, jason Hughes, standing in for brother Eric, Michael Vaughn, and Joey Howell. Standing by the FFA jail are Michael Webb, Chris Shaver, Chad Caldwell, and Tracy Smith. Mr. Blackwell stands by Chris Dulin and his grand prize steer. Randy Clark shows his hog at the county fair. Mr. Blackwell looks on from the stage as some of the FFA members open the ceremony from the floor. 109 FUTURE The FHA had a very active year. They attended several state meetings, including Clus- ter meeting, Youth Advisory Council,and State FHAconven- tion. They also attended the Federation XVI meeting. Many members of FHA took high honors at some of these meetings for skills they had acquired in the classroom and displayed in competition. FHA is sponsored by Mrs. McKinnon. FHA members attending State Cluster Meeting included Michelle Christo- pher, Tatrina Cooks, Teresa Seymore, Tammie Beck, Denise Wright, Sandi Stiffler, Karen Smith, Jodi Arnold, and Mrs. McKinnon, sponsor. Members attending YAC conference included Stephanie Martin, Audrey Morrison, Tatrina Cooks, Bunker Dick- ens, Mrs. Cox, co-sponsor; Ginger Fryar, Dedra Eckert, and Mrs. McKin- non, sponsor. HOMEMAKERS OF AMERICA 1985-86 FHA officers included Chandra Booker, Wendy Simpson, Jennifer Bradley, Christy Halliday, Karen Thomas, Pam McMillan, Cindi McClure, Debbie LeMay, and Melissa Rutherford. no FHA members attending State Conven- tion included Tonya Quarles, Michelle Christopher, Dwight Govan, Bunker Dickens, Denise Wright, Jodi Arnold, Karen Smith, Michael Slater, Miss God- frey, student teacher; Deanna Dickey, Tammie Beck, Sandra Walker, Wanda Fisher, and Mrs. McKinnon, sponsor. Members attending the Federation XVI meeting included Betty Kelley, Tatrina Cooks, Tammie Beck, Pam McMillan, Michelle Ford, Chandra Booker, Sandi Stiffler, Deanna Dickey, Sherry Wells, Karen Thomas, Karen Smith, and Bun- ker Dickens. Members Dedra Eckers and Stephanie Martin were elected to the positions of Reporter-Historian and Treasurer re- spectively on the State YAC board. in FBLA-COE COE is Cooperative Office Extension. Through this class sen- iors get a chance to work in the local business community and are graded on their classroom work as well as work reports. FBLA is Future Business Lead- ers of America. Its members in- clude most of the COE class and many typing students. Both COE and FBLA are sponsored by Mrs. Miller, so some of their many activities are related and benefit both groups. The FBLA club had fundraisers which were used to purchase two calculators for the COE class. They held a road block to collect money for the March of Dimes. Both COE and FBLA sold Tom Watt products. Around school the COE class sold valentines and sponsored the pie in the face event for Spring Fling. The 1985-86 COE members included Ricky Beals, Michael Slater, Wayne Baumgardner, Karen Harper, Shelly Wells, Debbie LeMay, Karen Thomas, Alisa McMaster, Nina Hardage, Stacey Allen, and Mrs. Miller, sponsor. The 1985-86 FBLA members included Stacey Merrill, Pam McMillan, Sammy Cox, Ricky Beals, Michael Slater, Wayne Baumgardner, Tammy West, Renee Sparks, Mrs. Miller, sponsor; Courtney Robbs, Lesa Evans, Karen Harper, Shelly Wells, Debbie LeMay, Karen Thomas, Alisa McMaster, Nina Hardage, Stacey Allen, Sharon Barnes, and Yvette Bolton 112 Mrs. Miller uses bulletin boards to help teach business practices. The COE class keeps up the birthday calendar in the hall. 113 SPANISH - CREATIVE WRITING Mrs. Anderson kept the Spanish Club very busy this year, as usual. They participated in many exciting activities, including a trip to Little Rock for foreign language competition, the Spanish fiesta in the Spring, and trips to the Elementary and Middle Schools to teach Spanish to some of the students there. The year was filled with fun and excitement for the members of the Spanish Club. Not only did the Spanish Club participate in many activities, they were successful in bringing back ribbons and other awards from the competition in Little Rock and won first place in the float competition in the Homecoming parade. Mrs. Anderson's responsibilities didn't end with the Spanish Club. She also was the sponsor of the Creative Writing Club, which occasionally met during activity period and wrote stories and poems for publication in their booklet Kaleidoscope. David Anderson's work was also published in an Arkansas State booklet in recognition of one of his short stories. The 1985-86 Spanish Club officers included: David Anderson, Amber Davidson, Tenya Hawthorne, Court- ney Robbs, and Karen Harper. 114 The beautifully decorated Spanish Club float won first place in the Homecoming parade. The 1985-86 Creative Writing Club members included: Shanna Marks, Lori Williams, Michelle Goza, Michael Sharp, Rhonda Hansen, Erica Williams, Daniel Smith, Tenya Hawthorne, Regina Purifoy, Brenda Hansen, and David Anderson. 115 LIBRARY SCIENCE CLUB The Library Science Club had an exciting year, with some first-time events. They entered a car in last year's Homecoming parade under the sub-theme of Go-Devil SWAT Team and won first place in the cars. They also had a very successful Christmas party where they had refreshments and watched a movie. This may become an annual event. They also sponsored the sponge toss at Spring Fling. Among the people serving as targets were Shane Babineaux, Rachel Smith, Mickey Ford, Lori Williams, Ray Potter, David Clingan, Denis Over- cast, David McLelland, and Randy McKinney. The Library Science Club is spon- sored by Mrs. Breedlove. Everyone enjoys the refreshments at the Library Science Club Christmas party. 1985-86 Library Science Club officers were Diana Cagle, Sherry Roberson, Tammy West, Tracy Smith, Courtney Robbs, Denise Overcast, and Yvette Bolton. 116 A reluctant Rachel Smith waits for a wet sponge. Sherry Roberson and Tammy West help themselves to refreshments at the Christmas party. 117 The Beta Club is a national scholastic organization empha- sizing service and leadership. Seniors and juniors must main- tain a 3.25 grade point average, sophomores a 3.5, and fresh- men a 4.0 average. New members are inducted in the first semester. This year, the induction was conducted in an assembly before the student body. They also presented a moving Veteran's Day program for the student body. The Beta members acted as guides during Parent-Teacher conferences, attended the state convention in Little Rock, and co-sponsored the Thanksgiving food basket. BETA CLUB - NATIONAL HONOR SOCIETY .. . Another Glory of the stars ... Everyone stands as Karen Harper leads the Beta song. Member Sherry Roberson pins new member Dana Rutherford. President Keith Smithpeters welcomes everyone to the ceremony. Club officers are Keith Smithpeters, President; Amy Matlock, Vice-President; Sharon Barnes, Secretary; Pam Ross, Treasurer; Karen Jester, Reporter; Janine Stone, Co- Historian; Clay Cabe, Historian. 118 NATIONAL HONOR SOCIETY National Honor Society members of 1985-86 were Clay Cabe, Robin Hurst, Sharon Barnes, Pam McMillan, Johnny Key, Robert McGill, and Shawn Hurst. Members for 1986-87 are Johnny Key, Pam McMillan, Sharon Barnes, Robin Hurst, Clay Cabe, Robert McGill, Tammie Nix, David Smith, Alisa McMaster, Pam Ross, Regina Robinson, Karen Harper, Myra Ursery, Karen Jester, Stacey Allen, James Anderson, Anita Pells, Janine Stone, Amy Matlock, Carrie Roe, Karen Thomas, Randy Clark, Michael Slater, Melissa Calley, David Anderson, and Keith Smithpeters. 119 STUDENT COUNCIL The Student Council is one of the more active groups in school. They sponsor the homecoming parade, the Thanksgiving food basket drive, they have active roles in fire and tornado drills, they count votes and sponsor all elections, and they show the 8th graders around the school at the end of each year. The Student Council has great responsibility and the members did their best in the positions they were elected to. Displaying the food collected in the Thanksgiving food drive are Mr. Middleton, Student Council sponsor; Alisa McMaster, Amy Matlock, Bernard Hatley, and Anthony Brown. 1985-86 Student Council members included: Alisa McMaster, Amy Matlock, Johnny Key, Jimmy Ledbetter, Carrie Roe, Janine Stone, Rachel Butler, Chris Shaver, Paul White, Earvin Barnes, Keith Smithpeters, Mr. Middleton, sponsor; and Bernard Hatley. Not pictured are Anthony Brown, Rusty Jester, and Eric Hughes. 120 121 TOP TEN Johnny Key Valedictorian Senior Class President; Basketball - 3 year letter- man; National Honor Soci- ety - Historian; Beta Club Anthony Brown Fourth Ranked Student Council - Presi- dent; Track - 3 year letter- man; Beta Club; National Honor Society; Football - 3 year letterman David Anderson Salutatorian National Honor Society; Creative Writing Club; Spanish Club - President; Beta Club Sharon Barnes Third Ranked Spanish Club; Beta Club - Secretary; National Honor Society -Secretary; FBLA Keith Smithpeters Fifth Ranked National Honor Society; Beta Club - President; Stu- dent Council - Sr. Repre- sentative; Tennis 122 QUALITY SHINES Clay Cabe Sixth Ranked National Honor Society - President; Beta Club - His- torian; Tennis - District Runner-up; Yearbook Staff - Editor Alisa McMasters Eighth Ranked National Honor Society; COE; Beta Club; Student Council - Vice-President; Devil Sheet - Editor Myra Ursery Ninth Ranked National Honor Society; Beta Club; Senior Class Treasurer; Yearbook Staff; FHA Melissa Calley Seventh Ranked National Honor Society; Beta Club; Yearbook Staff Robin Hurst Tenth Ranked Majorette National Honor Society - Vice-President; Beta Club; Devil Sheet Staff 123 PROM This could be the night was the theme of the 1986 prom held at DeGray Lodge. The decorations were beautiful, especially the purple and white balloons that filled the area. After hors d'oeuvres were served, a D.J. played music for dancing until midnight. The junior class prom committee, under Mrs. Whitfield's tireless directions, treated the 1986 senior class to a super prom. Bernard Hatley gets his drink before going to sit down. Jimmy Don Karr, Keith Smithpeters, and Blake Butler talk as people continue to arrive at the prom. 124 Dwight Covan, Todd King, and Chris Smithpeters watch as people get their picture taken by the photographer. Anthony Brown glances at the camera while serving his plate. Myra Ursery, Regina Robinson, Alisa McMaster, and Stacey Allen smile for the camera. Many people stood outside before going in for the prom. 125 GRADUATION As the seniors discovered, the senior year is the busiest of all. The first semester includes senior portraits being made. The second semester means ordering cap and gown, invita- tions, Jr.-Sr. Prom, senior play, term papers, and the annual epidemic of Senioritis. This is the year that is antici- pated throughout the high school years. It goes by much faster than most people believe. It is everything you've expected and much, much more. Keith Smithpeters, Teresa Young, and Shawn Hurst go to line up in front of the school. Who's that lurking behind Keith Smithpeters? 126 Johnny Key and David Anderson straighten their gowns one more time. Paul Calley talks to Shawn Hurst and Regina Robinson in their last moments as seniors. Mrs. McKinnon looks on as everyone gathers around to wait for the signal to line up. 127 Ushers Paul Calley and David McLelland stand by as the seniors line up to march onto the field. Paul Calley and David McLelland lead the seniors to their seats on the (ield. 128 129 Andra Barnes gladly receives his diploma from Boyce Stone as Mr. Thompson calls the next graduate up. HIGH SCHOOL INDEX -A- Abbot, Brian 14, 57, 107 Administration 8, 9, 10, 11, 32, 33 Agriculture 66 Allen, Charles 24, 108 Allen, Michael 28 Allen, Stacey 14, 112, 119, 125 Allen, Steven 28, 91 Allen, Thomas 24 Anderson, David 14, 106, 114, 115, 119, 122, 127, 129, 155 Anderson, James 20, 72, 99, 119 Anderson, Patrick 20 Anderson, Terry 20, 70 Arnold, Jodi 28, 110, 111 Art 69, 70, 71 -B- Babineaux, Shane 28, 104 Baird, Ronnie 14, 96, 97 Baker, Ronnie 24, 71 Baldridge, Robert 20, 22 Band 98, 99 Barnes, Andra 14,61,81,96,97,125, 129 Barnes, Earvin 28, 120 Barnes, Sharon 14, 112, 118, 119, 122, 129, 157 Basketball, Boys 76, 77 Basketball, Girls 78, 79 Baumgardner, Wayne 14, 105, 112 Beals, Ricky 14, 112, 158 Beals, Waynette 28, 88 Bear, Mark 14 Beck, Tammi 20, 66, 110, 111 Benson, Angela 24 Berry, Laverne 24 Beta Club 118 Bolton, Yvette 20, 92, 112, 116 Booker, Chandra 24, 110, 111 Boyce, Tonya 14, 17 Boyce, Vicki 20, 23, 101 Bradley, Jennifer 24, 92, 110 Bradley, Ken 59 Bray, Steffani 28 Brown, Annie 28, 66, 80 Brown, Anthony 14, 74, 80, 82, 94, 95, 96, 97, 120, 122, 125, 156 Brown, Rod 20, 23, 58 Burris, David 7, 20, 99 Burris, Tim 28 Butler, 20, 72, 101, 124 Butler, Rachel 24, 120 -c- Cabe, Clay 14, 15, 19, 87, 118, 119, 123, 148 Cagle, Chris 28 Calge, Diana 20, 107, 116 Caldwell, Chad 15, 67, 96, 97, 109 Calhoun, Wilma 5, 24 Calley, Jeff 15 Calley, Melissa 15, 72, 119, 123 Calley, Mindy 28, 89 Calley, Paul 20, 127, 128 Casteel, Pete 28, 84 Cheerleaders 92, 93 Christopher, Mitchell 28, 110, 111 Clark, Scott 20, 67, 72, 108 Clark, Randy 15, 67, 103, 108, 109, 119 Clark, Cleve 28, 108 Clingan, David 20, 99, 101, 117 Closing 155, 156, 157, 158, 159 COE 112 Cogburn, Bruce 20, 84 Cooks, Tatrina 24, 64, 66, 110, 111 Cooper, Gayla 5, 24, 99 Cox, Sammy 15,18, 96, 97,103, 112 Craig, Jeff 15 Crain, Von 24, 64, 75, 78, 79, 87 Creative Writing Club 114, 115 Crews, Donna 20, 66 Crews, Nathan 24 Culp, John 20, 62 Cunningham, Tony 20 Custodians 52, 53 -D- Davidson, Amber 24, 98, 99, 114 Davis, Kevin 24 Dempsey, Misty 28 Dickens, Buford 24, 67 Dickens, Bunker 15, 66, 110, 111, 125 Dickerson, Shanna 24 Dickey, Deanna 15, 111 Dickey, Michael 28 Dillard, Chad 20 Drake, Timothy 24 Dulin, Alan 28 Dulin, Chris 20, 23, 109 Dyer, Dawana 28 One way to keep Richard Marks quiet. 130 -E- Easley, Charlotte 21, 71 Easley, Nick Tom 28 Easley, Wayne 24 Eckert, Dedra 21, 101, 110, 111 Edwards, Cathy 24 Edwards, James 28 Ellis, Todd 24 Ellis, Tracy 24 Evans, Lesa 21, 63, 99, 112, 125 -F- Faculty 12, 13 Fallin, Shelley 29 FBLA 112, 113 FFA 108, 109 FHA 110, 111 Fisher, Wanda 29, 111 Flowers, Clay 21, 84, 101 Football 94, 95 Ford, Michelle 29, 111 Ford, Mickey 24, 25, 117 Francis, Mark 21, 107 Freshmen 28, 29, 30, 31 Fryar, Ginger 21, 110 -G- Gentry, Dana 24, 25 Giles, James 21 Giles, Larry 21 Giles, Marilyn 25, 75, 78, 79 Gills, Beth 25, 98, 99 Gorman, Kristie 29 Govan, Dwight 21, 111, 125 Goza, Michelle 25, 96, 97, 99, 115 Graduation 126, 127, 128, 129 Gulley, Victor 29, 108 -H- Halliday, Kristi 5, 25, 92, 110 Hansen, Brenda 21, 115 Hansen, Rhonda 5, 25, 115 Hardage, Nina 15, 112 Hardaman, Greg 29 Harper, Andrea 21, 78, 79, 125 Harper, Chris 25, 82, 83 Harper, James 29 Harper, Karen 15, 65, 98, 99, 112, 114, 119 Harris, Brad 29 Hatley, Bernard 4,14,15,19, 54, 96, 97, 102, 120, 124, 125, 156 Hatley, Christi 25, 63, 92, 96, 97 Hatley, Michael 29, 108 Hawthorne, Stacey 29, 81 Hawthorne, Tracey 29, 81 Hawthorne, Tenya 25, 114, 115 Henry, Adrian 25 Hill, Tracy 21 Hilton, Kevin 25, 84, 85 Home Economics 67 Homecoming 96, 97 Howell, Joey 60, 109 Howell, Shelly 29 Hudson, Sandy 29, 98, 99 Hughes, Eric 20, 21, 106, 108, 158 Hughes, Frankie 25 Hughes, Tommy 25, 109 Hurst, Brad 29 Hurst, Robin 15,16,98,99,119,123, 157 Hurst, Shawn 5, 15, 16, 54, 62, 96, 97, 119, 126, 127 Ivory, Charleszetta 25 -J- Jester, Janae 25 Jester, Jon 16 Jester, Karen 16, 96, 97, 103, 118, 119, 157 Jester, Kevin 29, 108, 136 Jester, Rusty 24, 25 Johnson, Cindy 25, 26, 99 Jones, Allen 16, 67 Jones, Darrel 16, 65, 96, 97,103,105 Jones, Eric 29, 81 Jones, Toby 21 Journalism 54, 55 Junior Play 100, 101 Juniors 20, 21, 22, 23 -K- Karr, Jimmy Don 5, 21, 63, 86, 100, 101, 124 Kelley, Betty 25, 66, 111 Kennel, Vanda 21, 55, 78, 125 Key, April 29 Key, Johnny 4, 14, 16, 17, 103, 104, 119, 120, 122, 127, 155 Key, Steven 25, 71 King, Todd 21, 55, 101, 125 Knifong, Tammy 21 Knox, Anita 30 Knox, Dana 30 Knox, Steven 25 Kuhn, Brett 5, 25 Kusturin, Barbara 21 -L- Lacy, David 21, 23, 74, 82, 83, 94 Ledbetter, Jjimmy 30, 104, 120 Ledbetter, Joey 25, 71 Ledbetter, Rusty 5, 7, 25, 59, 67 Lee, Carmen 6, 25, 64, 78, 79 Lee, Rayan 30 LeMay, Debbie 16, 110, 112 Library Science Club 116, 117 Long, Nancy 25, 26, 60 Lucio, Raquel 30 -M- Malcom, Chris 25, 26 Malcom, Tracey 30 Marion, Larry 30, 81 Marks, Richard 30 The study of chemistry takes a lot of concentration for Toby Talley 131 Marks, Shanna 26, 99, 115 Marks, Tina 2, 16, 92, 96, 97 Martin, Dennis 30 Martin, Stephnie 26, 98, 99, 110, 111 Matlock, Amy 20 21, 22, 72, 101, 106, 118, 119, 120, 121, 157 Math 56 Merrill, Stacey 5, 101, 112 Moore, Robbie 30 Morrison, Audrey 26, 110 Myers, Tammie 2, 16 -MC- McBride, Todd 16 McClelland, Kenneth 30, 81, 90, 91 McClure, Chris 30 McClure, Cyndi 16, 19, 96, 97, 110 McClure, Jackie 7, 26 McClure, John 26 McClure, Kim 16, 66 McCoy, James 17, 125 McGill, Robert 17, 54,103,119,156 McKinney, Randy 22, 67, 105 McLelland, David 22, 65, 82, 105, 128 McMaster, Alisa 16, 17, 112, 119, 120, 123, 125, 155 McMaster, Clay 26, 108 McMillan, Pam 17, 110, 111, 112, 119 McNabb, Tommy 26 McNeil, James 26, 67 -N- National Honor Society 119 Nix, Tammie 20, 65, 72, 75, 78, 79, 105, 119, 157 Nix, Teri 30, 64, 80 Norman, David 26 -o- Ollison, Carlton 26, 71 Opening 4, 5, 6, 7 Overbey, Brittney 30 Overcast, Denis 17, 116, 155 Overcast, Joetta 30 Overton, Jeff 26, 67 -P- Patterson, Susan 26 Payne, Ronald 22, 61, 125 Pells, Anita 119 Penney, Sharron 30, 80 Pennington, Joey 21, 22, 158 Pepper, Charles 26 Pepper, Rodney 17 Perkins, Ramsey 22 Pollins, Anthony 22 Pollins, Roy 26 Pollins, Stacy 30, 81 Potter, Ray 22, 100, 101, 117 Prince, John 17, 57, 107 Prom 124, 125 Purifoy, Regina 26, 115 -Q- Quarles, Tonya 26 Quinney, Deliah 30, 80, 86, 99 -R- Ray, Scott 30, 60 Reece, Missy 30 Renfro, Brett 22, 108 Robbs, Courtney 22, 72, 75, 84, 85, 101, 112, 114, 116 Roberson, Paul 31 Roberson, Sherry 5, 22, 101, 116, 117, 118 Robinson, Regina 16, 17, 102, 103, 119, 125, 127 Roe, Carie 22, 38, 65, 72, 78, 79, 96, 97, 119, 120, 157 Roe, Daniel 31 Rogers, Harry 26 Rogers, Michael 22 Roque, Robbie 26 Ross, Alfonzo 31 Ross, Charles 26 Ross, Pam 22, 72, 96, 97, 101, 118, 119, 121, 157 Russey, Bertha 22 Rutherford, Dana 22, 107, 118 Rutherford, Jeff 31, 90 Rutherford, Melissa 26, 66, 110 -s- i? mi Sharon Barnes, Beta Club secretary. Schee, Waynonna 26, 64 Science 58, 59 Senior Play 102, 103 Seniors 14, 15, 16, 17, 18, 19 Seymore, Susan 31 Seymore, Teresa 26, 110 Sharp, Buddy 27 Schee, Cynthia 22, 121 Happy Valentine! 132 Sharp, Michael 17, 115 Shaver, Chris 24, 27, 67, 109, 120 Shearin, Michael 27 Sikes, Ricky 27 Simpson, Wendy 27, 75, 78, 79, 92, 106, 110 Slater, Michael 17, 103, 111, 112, 119 Slater, Ricky 31 Smith, Charles 23, 74 Smith, Daniel 17, 115 Smith, David 5,14,17,105,119,155 Smith, Karen 31, 110, 111 Smith, Rachel 27, 116, 117 Smith, Tracy 23, 109, 116 Smithpeters, Amy 31 Smithpeters, Chris 23,101,107,125 Smithpeters, Jay 23 Smithpeters, Jennifer 31, 99 Smithpeters, Keith 14, 15, 17, 18, 102,103,118,119,120,122,124, 126, 155, 156 Smithpeters, Kevin 5, 24, 27, 158 Sophomores 24, 25, 26, 27 Spanish 68 Spanish Club 114, 115 Sparks, Renee 20, 23, 72, 112 Sparks, Stacey 27 Spruill, Kenny 31 Stephens, Sharon 27 Stiffler, Sandi 31, 110, 111 Stone, Dane 31, 81 Stone, Janine 20, 22, 23, 72, 101, 106, 118, 119, 120, 157 Stone, Robert 31 Stricklin, Scottie 31, 67 Student Council 120, 121 -T- Tailey, Toby 23, 59 Taylor, Warrie 23,101 Tennis 86, 87 Thomas, Karen 18, 102, 110, 111, 112, 119, 157 Top Ten 122, 123 Track 82, 83 Trout, Lynn 27, 87, 98, 99, 157 Turner, Robbie 23, 72, 125 -u- Ursery, Myra 5, 14, 15, 18, 96, 97, 102, 103, 119, 123, 125, 157 -V- Vaughn, Lisa 18 Vaughn, Michael 31, 108, 109 Vickers, Dawn 23 -w- You mean I gotta do that? Walker, Hosea 18, 125 Walker, Jimmy 19, 65 Walker, Sandra 27, 111 Watson, Robbie 27 Weatherford, Craig 22, 23 Weaver, Michelle 31 Webb, Michael 27, 108, 109 Weems, Jonathon 23 Weems, Mark 27 Wells, Shelly 19, 112 Wells, Sherry 19, 111 West, James 19 West, Bobby 19 West, Tammy 23, 92, 101, 112, 116, 117 White, Paul 31, 120 White, Tracy 27 Williams, Erica 24, 27, 99, 115 Williams, Lori 23, 115 Williams, Paul 27 Williams, Renae 31, 88 Wiliams, Tanya 26, 27 Williams, Tosha 25, 27, 99 Wright, Denise 31, 110, 111 -Y- Yap, Pauline 19, 54, 72, 155 Young, Ivory 23 Young, Linda 27 Young, Loretta 19 Young, Robert 31 Young, Teresa 19, 103,126 A pin, a smile, an accomplishment. 133 Walker, Gary 18, 57, 107 MIDDLE SCHOOL -A- Abbot, Stacy 46 Accor, Don 37, 81 Accor, Terry 40 Allen, Adrienne 49 Allen, Calvin 40 Allen, Gerry 39 Allen, Jamie 40 Allen, Jeffery 51 Allen, Michael 40 Allen, Otis 42 Allen, Tonya 41 Anderson, Jason 41 Armstrong, Tom 40 -B- Babineaux, Jerusha 38, 39 Baker, Julie 44 Barnes, Marl 41 Basketball 80, 81 Baumgardner, Jeremy 44 Bearden, Wes 46 Beasley, Donnie 42 Beavers, Marian 46 Bell, Herbert 46 Bell, Howard 51 Bell, Mark 51 bell, Rose 38 Bell, Serena 50 Bell, Shannon 50 Bennett, Harold 51 Berry, Debra 40 Berry, Gerrick 51 Biggs, Rebekah 38 Blake, Jeff 49 Blanton, Holly 42 Bolton, Haywood 51 Bolton, Sharita 41 Bolton, Tesha 42 Booker, Bennetta 39 Bowerman, Gary 44 Boyce, Jamie 42, 137 Bradley, Karen 38 Branton, Caroline 44 Branton, Jennifer 38 Brewer, Kevin 40 Brewer, Lapheneira 44 Briscoe, Amy 38 Briscoe, Melony 41 Brown, Calvin 46 Brown, Charlie 37 Brown, Jerome 37, 81 Buckner, Derrick 42 Buckner, James 45 Buford, Vasun 37, 81 Bullard, Chris 44 Burns, Jason 37, 91 Butler, Denise 44 -c- Cagle, David 40 Calley, Janie 38, 39 Calley, Misty 51 Cheerleaders, Jr. 88, 89 Clark, Carrie 46 Clark, Kelly 38 Clark, Myron 50 Clark, Ricky 37 Clark, Todd 50 Clayborn, Catina 49 Clayborn, Greg 44 Collins, Christina 39 Collins, Kaye 50 Conboy, Amber 38 Coon, Deana 46 Cooper, Becky 39 Cooper, Stefanie 39 Cooper, Terry 46 Copeland, Melissa 51 Cuplen, Mickey 46 Cox, Ceciley 42 Crews, Jackie 40 Crews, Michael 49 Crews, Rachel 39, 80 Crow, Valerie 41 Culp, Brian 45 Currey, Jimmy Don 39 Currey, Shelly 44 Cunningham, Eugenia 39, 80 -D- Dansby, Jackie 50 Davidson, April 38 Davidson, Erin 44 DeHaven, Shannon 39 Dickens, Harold 50 Dickens, Quincy 40 Dickens, Monica 38, 80 Dickens, Tomeka 39, 80 -E- Edds, Mark 51 Eddy, James 40 Edwards, Jan 38 Edwards, John 49 Edwards, Samantha 44 Ellis, Latanya 49 Ellis, Tanya 41 Engler, Shawnna 50 Estridge, Cecil 45 -F- Faculty Football Ford, Mark 45 Fort, Herbert 40 Foyil, Andra 38 Foyil, Jeri 51 Franks, Jerry 42 Frizzell, Rusty 41 Freeman, Kendall 45 INDEX -G- Garrett, Chris 44 Giles, Donna 39 Giles, Cathy 41 Gray, Willie 51 Green, Kathy 39 Green, L.J. 42 Greene, Stevie 51 Griffin, Shane 37 Guffey, Ellis 46 Gulley, Shun 36, 37, 81 -H- Ham, Cindy 44 Hammonds, Jason 49 Hankins, Glen 51 Hardaman, Michael 51 Harper, Chris 45 Harper, Gerald 37, 38 Harris, Lena 44 Harris, Wade 46 Harvell, Greg 50 Hastings, Becky 159 Hathcoat, Rebecca 41 Hatley, April 45 Hawthorne, Jennifer 49 Haynie, Jennifer 42 Hays, Molly 38 Henry, Crystal 49 Henry, LaTonya 41 Henson, James 40 Henson, Melissa 39 Holliman, Ricky 46 Horn, Tiffany 38 House, Fayette 42 House, Rochelle 45 Howe, Allan 39 Howe, Dawn 42 Hovyell, Paula 42 Hubbard, Amber 49 Hughes, Dan 39 Hughes, Jason 41 Hughes, Tracy 40 Hunter, Valerie 50 Hurst, Brandi 50 -1- Ivory, Cynthia 39 -J- Jackson, Jay 44 Jester, Jennifer 44 Jester, Keith 37 Johnson, Behji 49 Johnson, Daphne 41, 43 Johnson, Dean 37 Johnson, Nick 46 Jones, Chris 49 Jones, Dean 46 Jones, James 39 Jones, Shelby 46 Jordan, Jennifer 44 Jorstad, Cheryl 39 -K- Keen, James 49 Kennel, Stanley 50 Kennel, Steven 50 Key, Angie 44, 157 Key, Christi 51 Key, Corey 44 Key, Kevin 37 Key, Meredith 38, 39, 80 Kimbrell, Linda 39, 80 King, Amy 50 King, Daniel 36, 37 -L- Lamkin, Jamie 51 Lamkin, Jolyne 44, 157 Lane, Shawn 36, 37 Lawson, Jay 50 Leavitt, Adam 45 Leavitt, Joey 38 Ledbetter, Betty 51 Ledbetter, Nancy 45 Lee, Catrina 42, 43 LeMay, Terry 46 Long, Beatrice 38 Long, Melissa 50 Long, Michael 50 Long, Patricia 36, 38 Lejenne, Sidney 45 LeMay, Terry 46 -M- McBride, Tracy 37 McClain, Shantelle 42 McClure, Billy 39 McClure, James 41 McClure, Mandy 49 McClure, Michael 51 McClure, Patty 38 McDonald, Branaie 44 McGuagh, Tony 41 McKin, Nanette 38 McNeil, Travis 36, 37, 81 McPeak, Tiffany 41 Marks, Darnell 37, 81 Marlow, Raquel 49 Martin, Kelly 51 Martin, Sandy 39 Melugin, Roger 38 Melugin, Tony 44 Merrill, Jessica 46 Mooneyhan, Glen 51 Morrison, Deliah 51 Myers, Amber 46 -N- Newberry, James 40 Norman, Kathryn 42 -o- O'Hart, Angelia 41 O'Hart, Tammy 39 Oliver, Maureena 49 Oliver, Sharon 50 Ollison, Latitia 46 Otwell, David 44 Otwell, Jackie 40 Overbey, Kasey 50 Overbey, Kristyn 50 -P- Padgett, Paige 51, 159 Patterson, Margaret 38 Peeks, Tina 46 Pennington, Mitch 40 Penney, Christy 41 Penny, Danell 51 Pentecost, Casey 40 Pep Club 89 Pep Steppers 89 Plyer, Mark 45 Plyer, Michael 36, 37 Powell, Ricky 45 Purifoy, Jennifer 51 Purifoy, Kay 38 Purifoy, LaTonya 41 Purifoy, Mark 40 Purifoy, Robert 37, 81 -Q- Quarrels, Cardeli 49 -R- Ray, Angela 41 Ray, Darinda 46 Ray, Katina 41 Reece, Eddie 45 Rhodes, Kirk 37, 91 Rhodes, Sarah 51, 159 Roe, Jennilyn 44 Rogers, Jerome 39 Ross, Rusty 40 Roudtree, Letha 38 Russell, Chris 45 Rutherford, Abraham 51 Rutherford, John 37 -s- Sanders, Michael 46 Satterwhite, Stephen 36, 37 Scott, Tonya 41 Sellers, Pam 51 Selph, John 38 Shearin, Jimmy 44 Sims, Lowvander 39 Sims, Roberta 50 Sims, Vernessa 42 Smith, Billy 51 Smith, Chris 46 Smith, Eric 39 Smith, Gloria 38 Smith, Robbie 45 Smith, Shanta 46 Smith, Troy 39 Smithpeters, Cindy 42, 137 Sparks, Mickey 49 Sparks, Wesley 40 Stephens, John 39 Stephens, Stephanie 39 Stewart, David 36, 37 Stiffler, David 50 Stone, Brandon 37 Stoudt, Kristin 45 -T- Talley, Trey 44 Taylor, LeWayne 37 Thomas, Allison 38 Thomas, Ray 42 Thomerson, Holly 45 Thompson, Todd 44 Toland, Jamie 49 -u- Upchurch, Leah 49 Vance, Travis 45 Vandiver, Bo 37 Vickers, Lori 49 -W- Walker, Michael 46 Wallace, Aaron 45 Watson, Bryan 37 Watters, J.J. 44, 157 Wells, Kevin 50 Wells, Tori 38, 42, 43 White, Benjamin 51, 159 White, Kelly 36, 37 Whitlock, Jason 51 Whitlock, Kerri 38 Whitworth, Clint 45 Wiley, James 39 Wiley, Kristi 50 Williams, Anthony 49 Williams, Cedric 37, 81 Williams, Jerome 46 Williams, Larry 45 Williams, Rhonda 38, 80 Williams, Valeria 49 Willingham, Oscar 51 Wilson, Waymond 51 Wray, Tim 44 Wright, Joanna 45 Wright, Ricky 38 Wrinkle, Jennifer 51, 159 -Y- Young, Alberta 46 Young, David 49 Young, Eddie 37 Young, Frederick 37, 81 Young, Lavinia 44, 157 Young, Pam 38, 80 SCHOOL AND COMMUNITY Star crossed The school is vital to the community — in the labor force, attracting new industry and citi- zens. The community is vital to the school. Without their support, so many activities would be impossi- ble. They are always willing to help in any way, be it supporting the Go-Devils, or lending a hand in any way they are asked. Mr. Blackwell presents Kevin Jester with his award during the FFA banquet. Mrs. Lila Thompson, Teacher of the Year, receives a teacher appreciation certificate from Mr. Al Brown of the Chamber of Commerce. 136 Expelling a snake from the hall became a task for Mr. Thompson one spring afternoon. 137 Farmers Association of Clark County Feed, Seed, Fertilizer, TBA Bee and Animal Health Supplies Joe West Mgr 7035 S. 3rd Arkadelphia, AR 246 - 4556 SUTTON'S AUTO SUPPLY 205 NORTH FIRST ST. P.O. BOX 7 GURDON, ARKANSAS 71743 501 - 353 - 2281 Your GREEN LIGHT Auto Parts Store Thomerson McBRIDE'S K M STATION HWYS. 53 67 GURDON, ARK. 71743 Phone: 353 - 9922 Drug Store 113 E. Main St. Gurdon, AR 353 - 4442 For all your Medicine Needs KARR'S STEWART'S EXXON STATION Heating Air Conditioning SALES - SERVICE RT. 1, BOX 28 GURDON, ARKANSAS 71743 It's great to be a Go - Devil! 353 - 4807 GENERAL AUTO REPAIR WORK RANDY DENNIS STEWART - OWNERS - EMERGENCY TOWING NIGHTS HOLIDAYS 353 - 2325 353 - 2726 138 Forget - Me - Knot GIFT FLOWER SHOP 114 EAST MAIN ST. GURDON, AR 71743 PHONE (501) 353 - 4543 For all your gift and Flower needs WE HAVE POPCORN GURDON FORD 139 Stuart Pedigo 109 NORTH 1st STREET GURDON, AR 353 - 4006 YOUR COMPLETE JEWELRY STORE THE HAIR BARN DIANNE McKIN OWNER 16 YEARS WORKING EX THE Gurdon K and T Clothing SHOE REPAIR 118 Main Gurdon, AR 353 - 2065 Times Printing the news of Since 1880 140 Gurdon, Ar (Jif-E V MART J Compliments of Anthony Higgs Lumber Co. WE SUPPORT THE GO - DEVILS FOR ALL YOUR NEEDS HOT 'N COLD SANDWICHES - HOT NACHOS SNACKS - COLDEST DRINKS IN TOWN GAS • WATER • AIR • • • DIESEL 514 E. 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Brown Kenny Clark Tommy Johnson Mr. and Mrs. Don Cagle Troy Ricketts Jimmy Robbs Mr. and Mrs. Johnny Calley Mr. and Mrs. Terry Hughes Jim Hatley Mr. and Mrs. William Vandiver Larry Nix Don Stone Mr. and Mrs. Kenny Allen Jim Caldwell Mr. and Mrs. J.C. Smithpeters Mr. and Mrs. David Karr David McLelland Kenneth Smithpeters Eddy Clark Bill Weeks Jackie Overton Terry Clayton Virgil Spruill Ron Stricklin Dickie Davidson Pat Talley Linda McCree Mr. and Mrs. James Cox, Jr. Mr. and Mrs. Don King Brenda Wilson Joe Ann Shaver Charles Shaver Duane Yerina Jim and Patsy Stiffler Allen Blackwell Jerry Hilton Mr. and Mrs. Phillip Allen Joy Clark Randy Kizer 154 Gurdon High School was honored by having two recipients of the Governor's Scholarship awards - David Anderson and Johnny Key. The seniors who received honor scholarships from Henderson State University were Denis Overcast, Da- vid Smith, Keith Smithpeters, Alisa McMaster, and Pauline Yap. 155 In a scene from Mac- beth, Macbeth (Rob- ert McGill) is confron- ted by an apparition of two kings (Keith Smithpeters and Ber- nard Hatley) and a ghost (Anthony Brown). Students walk through the halls between classes. 156 The Gurdon High School Girl's State dele- gates for 1985 included: (back row) Karen Thomas, Robin Hurst, Myra Ursery, and Sharon Barnes. For 1986, the group included: (front row) Janine Stone, Tammie Nix, Pam Ross, and Amy Matlock. Amy Matlock, Carrie Roe, and Janine Stone visited the State Capitol as part of an Apprenticeship program. Sharon Barnes watches as Karen Jester pins Lynn Trout as a new Beta Club member. Presenting a check to Mrs. Zela Taylor for restoration of the Hoo-Hoo Theater are Lavina Young, Jolyne Lamkin, Angie Key, and J.J. Watters. 157 Jr. High Go-Devils study science in Mrs. Thompson's room on game day. Our bus drivers did an excellent job throughout the year of getting students to and from school. Pleased with the result from the copy machine is Mrs. Allen. Ricky Beals and Joey Pennington glance back at the camera in auto mechanics. 158 Winners of the 5th grade Nutrition Poster Contest were Paige Padgett, Jennifer Wrinkle, Sarah Rhodes, Benjamin White, and Becky Hastings. Dr. Hallaby, an O.B.U. professor, speaks to 6th grade students. Receiving an FFA award from Eric Hughes is Kevin Smithpet- ers. 159 160 WALSWORTH PUBLISHING COMPANY MARCEUNE. MISSOURI «40M ■■■■ t mWALS WORTH PUBLISHING COMPANY MARCELINE. MISSOURI. U S A.