Johnson Bayou High School - Rebel Yearbook (Johnson Bayou, LA)

Text from Pages 1 - 104 of the 1987 volume:

NINETEEN EIGHTY Rebels Volume 23 Johnson Bayou High School Johnson Bayou, Louisiana CLASSES ACTIVITIES SPORTS FAVORITES ORGANIZATIONS Administration School Board Members: Dan Billiot Dan Dupont Arnold Jones Preston Richard Betty Seay Ricky Guidry Superintendent: Sonny McCall Assistant Superintendent: Robert Ortego Supervisors: Adam Conner Uland Guidry Judy Jones Willyne Kestel Roger Richard Jerrie Wainwright Faculty No Photo Available No Photo Available No Photo Available Kindergarten, Marilyn Trahan First Grade, Chris Garber Second Grade, Dorine Bearden Third Grade, Barbara Guidry Fourth Grade, Carla Frey Fifth Grade, Betty Hicks Sixth Grade, Denise Trahan Business, Juanita Sandifer English, Jeanne LaFleur Home Ec. Science, Renee' McDaniel Math, Valerie Galanie Science, Cele Devall Soc. St. P.E., Danny Trahan Soc. St. P.E., Doug Welch Gifted Talented Gerry Bader Special Ed., Theresa Leonards Speech Therapist, Lisa Quesnel Counselor, Willyhugh Pulver Librarian, Peggy Boudreaux 5 Staff Aides: Nell Trahan Linda Vining Tutors: Secretary: Brenda Rodrigue Diane Price Robin Sandifer Bus Drivers: Elsie Erbelding Judy Harrington Connie Trahan Cooks: Eula Mae Griffith Velma Merritt Irene Trahan Janitors: Wildren Badon Claudelle Sandifer Hot Shot Sandifer 6 NINETEEN EIGHTY CLASSES Seniors Shane Anthony Blanchard Shase Sirling Broussard Bobby John Constance Eric Alan Derden A glance at the past, School has helped me to have more confidence in my- self. — TERRY PEAVY We stuck together like Skoal on teeth. — BOBBY CONSTANCE School has taught me about life.” — SHANE BLANCHARD Senior Credits SHANE BLANCHARD-Basketball 1,2 (Most Improved), 3 (All-Dis- trict, Free Throw Award, Scholastic Award), 4 (All-District); Track 2,3,4; Cross Country 3,4; FBLA 3,4, Hon- or Awards 2 (Algebra, Typing); Fa- vorite 2 (Most Courteous, Wittiest, Best Personality), 3 (Most Talk- ative), 4 (Mr. JBHS, Most Hand- some, Most Athletic); Class Favor- ite 1,3. SHASE BROUSSARD-Track 1; Wrestling 4; 4-H 1; Favorite 4 (Campus Clown); Class Favorite 2,4. Doug, Claire, Jamie, Christopher Welch 8 Seniors a glimpse of the future — Whatever I decide to do, I want to be the best. — WALLY ERBELDING I want to move to Dallas and get a job. — RHONDA JINKS Get married, move to New Braunfels, find a job. — TRACY ERBELDING SHASE BROUSSARD Becoming a nurse has always been my dream. — VERONICA SANDIFER BOBBY CONSTANCE-Track 1,3; Wrestling 1 (Outstanding Wres- tler), 2 (Outstanding Wrestler), 3 (Most Pins), 4; 4-H 1,2; SAPE 1,2. ERIC DERDEN-Basketball 2 (De- fense Award), 3 (Most Improved); Track 3 (Best Distance); Cross Country 3,4; FBLA 3. TRACY ERBELDING-Basketball 1,2 (Most Improved), 3 (Best De- fense); Track 1,2,3; FHA 1,2; Home- coming Court 2,3. Tracy Ann Erbelding Wallace Olander Erbelding WALLY ERBELDING-Basketball 1,2,3; Track 1,2,3 (Manager), 4 (Manager); Cross Country 4; FBLA 3,4; SAPE 1,2; Honor Awards 1 (Math, Social Studies), 2 (Algebra, Science), 3 (Biology, P.E., Math); Fa- vorite 3,4 (Friendliest, Most Courte- ous), 4 (Most Intelligent, Most De- pendable). Cecile, Claude, Courtney T Claude Devall 9 Seniors Sherry Lynn Goodwin Veronica Faye Sandifer Theresa Marie Peavy SHERRY GOODWIN-Basketball 2,4; Track 1,2,3 (Best Field), 4; 4-H 1; SAPE 3; Homecoming Court 3; Cal- Cam Queen Contestant 4 (1st Run- ner-up); Louisiana Fur Wildlife Queen Contestant 4 (3rd Runner- up); Favorite 4 (Most Beautiful, Miss JBHS). RHONDA JINKS-Basketball 1,2,3 (Free Throw Award); Track 1,2 (Best Track), 3 (Best Track); FBLA 2,3; FHA 1,2,3 (Treasurer); Homecom- ing Court 2. TERRI PEAVY-Basketball 2,3 (Most Improved); Track 1,2 (Best Distance); Cheerleader 1; Home- coming Court 1; FBLA 3; 4-H 1; FHA 1,2; Sweetheart Queen 2; Cal- Cam Queen Contestant 4; Favorite 3 (Most Talkative); Class Favorite 2,3. VERONICA SANDIFER-Basket- ball 1; Cheerleader 2; FBLA 3; FHA 1,3 (Reporter). Johnson Bayou Volunteer Fire Department 10 Junior Johnson Bayou Volunteer Fire Department Tracy Bowen Nathan Delino Cherelle Duhon Tammy Erbelding Ricky Harrington Dale Jinks Gilbert LeBeouf James Miller Richard Miller Scott Romero Sandy Salter Angie Trahan Bobbie Trahan Kelli Trahan Jeffery Tramonte Juniors Sophomores Barry Badon Melissa Boudreaux Richelle Boudreaux George Constance Joanie Constance Marc Derden Marcie Duhon Joe Griffith Jason Grinage Joey Jinks Erica Laria Delisa Leger Kent Leger Dawn McRight Donald Morris Robin Peavy Scott Sandifer LaTisha Trahan Troy Trahan Balfour Gary LaCaze Freshmen Daniel Billiot Layne Boudreaux Eva Comeaux Sandra Ennis Blaine Erbelding Denman Goodwin Alton Hebert Tina Jinks Todd Jinks Betsy Koppie Kristy Leckelt Tonya Logan Troy Miller Karl Romero Tiffany Romero David Skidmore Amanda Trahan Sonja Trahan Balfour Gary LaCaze Eighth Grade Joey Fontenot Jessie Koppie Aaron Lagneaux Dorothy Thomas Eric Trahan Kristina Trahan Eric Lagneaux Adrienne Laria No school pictures available: Bonita Koppie, April Trahan, Melissa Trahan Jon's Coffee Service Box 5240 Lake Charles, La. 70606 Seventh Grade Richard Badon Todd Billiot Krystal Blanchard Lance Blanchard Sharon Boudreaux Dale Breaux Elizabeth Comeaux Heath Jinks Kelly Koppie Chad Miller Dale Morris Ruthann Romero April Tingler Jennifer Tingler Jason Trahan Stephanie Shannon Trahan Vining Jana Wells Carol Phyllis Trahan Sixth Grade Blaine Badon Reesa Badon June Billiot Julie Boudreaux Susan Boudreaux Benji Constance Nicole Duhon Karen Erbelding Jennifer Fontenot Diane Foreman Jennifer Hebert Bradley Jinks Tonya Jinks Shannon Leckelt Ginger Trahan Tremayne Picou Scott Trahan Rachael Touchet Jonathan Tramonte Cameron Telephone Co. Fifth Grade Blandon Badon Bobi Calhoun Jammie Erbelding Mendy Jinks Sheila Koppie Joseph Laria Shane Maricle Chad Merritt Martin Miguez Beth Skidmore Beverly Spooner Rita Tingler April Trahan Brandy Trahan Christy Trahan Don Trahan Janella Trahan Jenny Trahan Travis Trahan Jodi Wells No school pictures available: Jeanette Doucet, Sharon Ennis, Heather Trahan Climate Control Co. Lake Charles, La. Fourth Grade Shawna Badon Jennifer Blanchard Jaime Buntyn Gene Constance Sarah Constance Sheila Ennis Justin Fuselier Jean Garber Jessie Kellum Chris LeBeouf Keith Price Sharon Spooner Carl Trahan Jenny Trahan Robby Trahan Theresa Trahan Wendy Vining Rep. Mrs. Conway LeBleu Third Grade Raedclla Badon Summer Hicks Selina McGee Stella Tingler Melissa Trahan Sandy Trahan Bobby Busby Brian LeLeux Amanda Meaux Tonya Touchet Melanie Duhon Jessica Logan Andy Tingler Justin Trahan Mendy Harrington No school pictures available: Jerry Doucet, William LeBlanc, Jessica Leger Cameron Construction Co. Second Grade Michael Adams Sunshine Anderson Brent Badon Joe Busby Bili Calhoun Rachael Carusso Jack Constance Nicole Doucet Kenny Kellum Tanya Lejeune Alesha Trahan Britney Trahan Cody Trahan Jamie Trahan Lee Trahan Travis Trahan Trevor Trahan No school picture available: Sarah Griffith 20 Ray Conner First Grade Eric Adams Hank Badon Daniel Blanchard Brady Hicks Michael Jinks Joey Lejeune Regina McGee Brent Trahan Casey Roberson Christine Spooner Jody Trahan John Trahan No school picture available: Angie Kellum Gulf Coast Coca-Cola Bottling Company, Inc. Kindergarten Chris Badon Corey Badon Nikki Christeson Rachel Constance Dane Crader Elizabeth Meaux Michael Menzel Ryan Romero Shawn Taylor Mindy Trahan Pamela Trahan Malcolm, Marilyn, Trevor Brody Trahan 22 NINETEEN EIGHTY ACTIVITIES Spirit Soars . . Rebels showed their spirit dur- ing Homecoming Week held No- vember 10-14. Dressing up, mak- ing banners, and voting for the homecoming queen were just a few of the activities that made this week so special. The dress-up days started with No Sweat Day. Students wore warm-ups to symbolize that it would take no sweat to defeat their opponents, the Pecan Island Bron- cos. Tuesday was Day of Mourn- ing. Rebels came to school clad in black to mourn the death of the Pecan Island teams. Shoot-'em-Up Day symbolizing the big hunt for the Broncos was held on Wednes- day. Duck hunters arrayed in their camouflage gear and blowing their duck callers sparked the Rebels' spirits. Round-Up Day followed. Students decked in western attire were abound. On Friday students wore the traditional red, blue and gray for Spirit Day. Many students enjoyed dressing up and agreed that it was a welcome change from Moving to the beat of Word Up, the Rebel cheerleaders perform for the fans at homecoming. Holding noise makers, students lis- ten to their competition in the yell contest held by the cheerleaders during the pep rally. an ordinary school week. The Pep Rally held during lunch period on Friday provided addi- tional excitement and fun. Classes competed for the spirit stick by try- ing to out yell each other. After a roof-raising tie between several classes, the junior class pulled to- gether and won. As the school week came to a close the excitement did not cease. Students, alumni, and fans re- turned for the homecoming game and the crowning of the queen on Friday night. After the court was presented to the audience during the pregame ceremonies, Stacey Jinks Badon crowned the new queen, Cherelle Duhon. In spite of the show of school spirit, the Rebels were defeated in both contests. However, the losses did not dampen the enthusiasm of the students as they danced to the music of Odessey at the homecom- ing dance held in the gym follow- ing the games. Mrs. R. J. Domatti Members of the homecoming court are Amanda Trahan, Joanie Con- stance, Cherelle Duhon, Sherry Good- win, Sandy Salter, Erica Laria and So- nja Trahan. On their way to class, modern day cowboys Dale Jinks and Sh se Brous- sard pause for a picture. Showing their spirit, Dale Jinks, Cherelle Duhon, Nathan Delino, Scott Romero, Ricky Harrington, Bobby Constance and Richard Miller crowd the hall on Shoot-'em-up Day. Jones, Jones, Alexander Breaking away from the routine, Mrs. Devall, Mrs. Pulver and Mrs. Sandifer join in the fun of dress-up days. Members of the girls' and boys' basketball teams take part in the pregame ceremonies. Students gather around Odessey at the homecoming dance to request their favorites. 26 Homecoming Queen With glowing excitement, Queen Sandy Salter, Mrs. Salter and Jeffery Tramonte flash smiles for the camera. 1986-87 Harvest Festival Queen: Sandy Salter Last year's winners, Melissa Tra- han and Tiffany Romero wait to be introduced to the audience. 28 Festival fun . . . Working hard, Bobbie Trahan, Tammy Erbelding, and Sandy Salt- er design a billboard for an area business. ing by selling a foot to followers of the Rebels. The hard work came to an end on Friday, November 21 when the Harvest Festival was held in the gym. Following three hours of fun and games, the contestants and their escorts were presented to the audience. They were: Amanda Tra- han and Todd Jinks, Erica Laria and Bobby Constance, and Sandy Salter and Jeffery Tramonte. Last year's high school queen. Tiffany Romero crowned the new queen, Sandy Salter. Helping Tiffany was Melissa Trahan, the elementary winner for 1985-86. Together they presented trophies to the first and second runners-up, Amanda Tra- han and Erica Laria. Creatures of all kinds show up for the Halloween Dance given by Erica Laria. Dances, advertising signs, hayr- ides, a track meet and the usual raf- fles were some of the ways found to raise money for the annual Harvest Festival sponsored by the Athletic Association. With a sharp decline in the number of entrants for the queen's contest, the three lone con- testants sought to combine fund raising with fun. To raise money, Amanda Trahan and her ninth grade classmates held weekly dances at the Commu- nity Center. With the help of her parents, Amanda also provided hayrides around the community. In her first year at JBHS, Erica Laria made friends quickly by be- coming a contestant. Students es- pecially enjoyed Erica's Halloween dance held in the school gym. Supported by her classmates, Sandy Salter, a new student, brought some fresh ideas to fund raising. She led off with a track meet for runners of all ages. Sandy and the rest of the junior class com- bined fund raising with spirit rais- Amidst Frills And Hearts Valentine's Day was a busy day for contestants in the annual Sweetheart Pageant sponsored by the FHA Club. Entrants in both di- visions met early in the day with a panel of three judges to be inter- viewed. After some last minute practicing, the girls returned home to dress for the pageant held in the school gym. As all eyes focused on stage, each smiling contestant introduced her- self to the waiting audience. To ful- fill a requirement added to the pag- eant this year, each girl delivered a speech she had prepared. After judging the girls on poise, appearance, and speaking ability, the judges chose Sherry Goodwin as the high school queen and Jessi- ca Logan as the elementary queen. Runners-up in the high school di- vision were Sandy Salter and Betsy Koppie. In the elementary division, they were Reesa Badon and Jenni- fer Trahan. Other high school contestants were Eva Comeaux, Tonya Logan, Becky Cory, Erica Laria, and Eliza- beth Comeaux. Elementary contestants also in- cluded Janella Trahan, Diane Fore- man, Heather Trahan, Regina McGee, Melanie Duhon, Britney Trahan, Beth Skidmore, Jodi Wells, Selina McGee, Sarah Griffith, Bobi Calhoun, Jennifer Blanchard, Me- lissa Trahan, Brandy Trahan, Jean- nie Garber, Summer Hicks, Tonya Jinks, Raedella Badon, Casey Ro- berson, and Jessica Kellum. On stage for some last minute prac- tice, Regina McGee, Sarah Griffith, Diane Foreman, Melanie Duhon, and Selina McGee practice their smiles, too. Nervous about her upcoming inter- view, Regina McGee sneaks a peek at the judges. Winners in the elementary divi- sion: Reesa Badon, First runner-up; Jessica Logan, queen; Jennifer Tra- han, second runner-up. ■ r a it 'G 30 . L High School winners; Betsy Koppie, second runner-up; Sherry Goodwin, queen; Sandy Salter, first runner-up. Finished with last minute preparations, Eli- zabeth Comeaux, Eva Comeaux and Becky Cory wait for their turns to greet the audi- ence. M With only a short time left, Sherry Good- win and Erica Laria read through their speeches. Behind the stage. Brandy Trahan, Reesa Ba- don, Janella Trahan, Diane Foreman, and Heather Trahan listen to instructions dur- ing a practice session. FT, Creative Hair Designs 775-5377 (Across from Cameron Drug Store) Junior winners — Front row: Blaine Badon, Richard Badon, Jonathan Tramonte. Second row: Kelly Koppie, Nicole Duhon, Ka- ren Erbelding, Shannon Trahan, Scott Trahan, Jennifer Hebert. Back row: Stephanie Vining, Sharon Boudreaux, Jessie Koppie, April Tingler, Jennifer Tingler, Kris Tra- han, Reesa Badon, Julie Boudreaux, Rachael Touchet. Third grade winners: Melanie Du- hon, Selina McGee, Mendy Har- rington. Best overall: Layne Boudreaux, sen- ior division; Beth Skidmore, ele- mentary division; Karen Erbelding, junior division. In the science lab, Troy Miller and Tiffany Romero work on their sci- ence projects. Budding Scientist Sharing top honors at the annual Johnson Bayou High School Science Fair held on March 5 were Beth Skid- more, Karen Erbelding, and Layne Bou- dreaux. Each received best overall in their respective division. The winners of each category listed in order of first, second, and third place were: ELEMENTARY DIVISION (Grade 3) Selina McGee, Mendy Harrington, Melanie Duhon. ELEMENTARY DIVISION (Grades 4 and 5) Behavioral Science: Shane Maricle. Botany: Jammie Erbelding, Jodie Wells. Environmental Science: Don Trahan. Earth and Space Science: Carl Tra- han, Sheila Koppie, Mendy Jinks. Physics and Electronics: Chad Mer- ritt, Jessie Kellum. Zoology: Beth Skidmore, Wendy Vining, (Tie) Jennifer Blanchard, Shawna Badon, and Bobi Calhoun. JUNIOR DIVISION (Grades 6 thru 8) Botany: Jana Wells. Chemistry: Kelly Koppie, Blaine Ba- don. Earth and Space Science: Karen Er- belding, (Tie) Reesa Badon and Julie Boudreaux, Nicole Duhon. Engineering: (Tie) Stephanie Vining and Shannon Trahan, Jonathan Tra- monte, Scott Trahan. Medicine and Health: Kris Trahan, Jennifer Tingler, Sharon Boudreaux. Microbiology: Aaron Lagneaux. Zoology: April Tingler, Jennifer He- bert, (Tie) Rachael Touchet and Jessie Koppie. Enviornmental Science: Richard Ba- don. SENIOR DIVISION (Grades 9 thru 12) Behavioral Science: Angie Trahan, Cherelle Duhon. Chemistry: Karl Romero, Tracy Bowen. Earth and Space Science: Shase Broussard, Dawn McRight, Joanie Constance. Engineering: Betsy Koppie, (Tie) Troy Trahan and Troy Miller, Don Morris. Envionrmental Science: Richard Miller, Tammy Erbelding, (Tie) Kent Leger and Barry Badon. Medicine and Health: Sandy Salter, Delisa Leger, Robin Peavy. Physics: Blaine Erbelding, David Skidmore. Zoology: Layne Boudreaux, Daniel Billiot, Tisha Trahan. Entering their projects in the Louisi- ana Region V Science and Engineering Fair on March 21 were: Chau Merritt, Beth Skidmore, Karen Erbelding, Cher- elle Duhon, Betsy Koppie, Richard Joe Miller, and Layne Boudreaux. Some 355 students from the parishes of Allen, Beauregard, Calcasieu, Cameron, and Jeff Davis exhibited projects at the Bur- ton Coliseum. Beth Skidmore placed first in the elementary zoology division with her project on the five senses. Elementary winners — Front row: Chad Merritt, Bobi Calhoun, Shawna Badon, Carl Trahan. Back row: Wendy Vining, Shane Mari- cle, Sheila Koppie, Don Trahan, Beth Skidmore, Mendy Jinks, Jen- nifer Blanchard. Senior winners — Front row: Dawn McRight, Tracy Bowen, Angie Tra- han, Richard Miller, Cherelle Du- hon, Tammy Erbelding. Second row: Layne Boudreaux, Robin Peavy, Betsy Koppie, Sandy Salter, Kent Leger, Shase Broussard, Joanie Constance, Tisha Trahan. Back row: David Skidmore, Troy Miller, Karl Romero, Daniel Billiot, Barry Badon, Blaine Erbelding. Spring Rituals With the advent of spring came the traditional junior-senior prom. Decked out in all their finery, ju- niors and seniors and their dates danced the night away under a can- opy of pink and black balloons. The prom, held Saturday, April 25 at the community center, pro- vided the juniors and seniors with time to look back over their years as classmates and school friends. After a few hours of dancing and socializing, this special evening came to an end but the excitement and jitters would remain in the memories of all who attended. While some rituals mark the end; others signify the beginning. Look- ing forward to their senior year, ju- niors took part in a ring ceremony, an event started this year. As friends and family gathered on May 6 in the gym, juniors received their class rings from proud par- ents. Juniors taking part in the ring ceremony were Tracy Bowen, Cher- elle Duhon, Tammy Erbelding, Ricky Harrington, Gilbert LeBeouf, James Miller, Richard Joe Miller, Scott Romero, Sandy Salter, Angie Trahan, Bobbie Lane Trahan, and Kelli Trahan. Rhonda Jinks and Tracy Erbelding are all smiles on prom night. 34 Giving the girls a break, Richard Miller and Gilbert LeBeouf sit one out. At the ring ceremony, Cherelle Duhon receives her senior ring from her mother. Ginger Backlund. Looking on are David Backlund, Twana Nunez, and Jimmy Duhon. Sherry Goodwin, Bobby Con- Joanie Constance takes time out Juniors show off their new rings, stance, Rhonda Jinks and Eric Der- from dancing, den share a moment at the prom. The Golden Nugget Jewelry Shoppe 710 East Marshall St., Cameron, La. 70631 775-5608 Mitchell Trahan, owner Awards, Accomplishments, And Athletes From October to May athletes find themselves caught up in the frenzy of studying, practicing, and participating in games or meets. At times it seems that it will go on forever, but soon the end of school is here. It is then time to look back at the accomplishments and exper- iences. With this in mind athletes, students, faculty, and community members met Friday, May 15 for the annual athletic banquet. After a meal of brisket and trim- mings, Coaches Doug Welch, Dan- ny Trahan, and Dan Billiot recog- nized the following athletes: Girls' track awards-best distance, Sonja Trahan and Tonya Logan; best track, Cherelle Duhon; best field, Angie Trahan and Sherry Goodwin; best track and field, Bet- sy Koppie. Boys' track awards-best distance, Troy Miller; best track, Barry Ba- don; best field, Scott Sandifer and Scott Romero; best track and field. Dale Jinks. Wrestling awards-most im- proved, George Constance; out- standing wrestler, Bobby Con- stance. Girls' basketball awards-free throw, Cherelle Duhon; rebound. Sherry Goodwin; defense. Tiffany Romero; hustle. Erica Laria; most improved, Sonja Trahan; most valuable, Cherelle Duhon; all dis- trict, Cherelle Duhon and Sherry Goodwin (honorable mention). Boys' basketball awards-free throw, Shane Blanchard; rebound, Scott Romero, defense, Jeffery Tra- monte; hustle, Ricky Harrington; most improved. Dale Jinks; most valuable, Shane Blanchard; all dis- trict, Shane Blanchard and Dale Jinks (honorable mention). Scholastic award-Sonja Trahan and Shane Blanchard. All around athletes-Cherelle Du- hon, Shane Blanchard, and Dale Jinks. Academic all state-Shane Blan- chard. Special guests were the juniors and seniors. The juniors shared with the audience their startling ten-year predictions for the gradu- ating seniors. Not to be outdone, the seniors replied with their last will and testament, leaving their most prized possessions to the ju- niors. The Junior Prophecy was read by Angie Trahan and Cherelle Duhon. Rhonda Jinks and Sherry Goodwin read the Senior Will. Also on the program were Delisa Leger and Sandy Salter, yearbook staff members, who introduced the yearbook favorites to the audience. Athletes receiving letters or certificates are David Skidmore, Eric Trahan, Karl Romero, Layne Boudreaux, Scott Romero, Richard Miller, Dale Jinks, Ricky Harrington, Barry Badon, Troy Miller, and Shane Blanchard. Winner of the best distance award is Troy Miller. 36 Before the banquet, Layne Bou- dreaux gives Denman Goodwin, Shase Broussard, Tracy Erbelding, and Wally Erbelding a preview of the awards to be given. Winning awards in basketball are Scott Romero, Dale Jinks, Ricky Harrington, Jeffery Tramonte, and Shane Blanchard. 37 Track award recipients are Sonja Trahan, Betsy Koppie, Tonya Logan, Cherelle Duhon, Angie Trahan, and Sherry Goodwin. Tiffany Romero, Cherelle Duhon, Sonja Trahan, Erica Athletes honored as best all around are Dale Jinks Cher- Laria, and Sherry Goodwin win the basketball awards. elle Duhon, and Shane Blanchard. t8 Richard Miller, Gilbert LeBeouf, and James Miller have their own ideas about tonight's winners. To make sure they didn't miss anyone, Rhonda Jinks and Sherry Goodwin look over the senior's will again. 39 Final Gathering With proud families watching, ten seniors marched down the cen- ter aisle of the gym May 22 for graduation. Shane Blanchard and Wally Er- belding tied for the honor of vale- dictorian, and Eric Derden was class salutatorian. Following the graduates' addresses awards were presented. Shane Blanchard re- ceived the American Legion, Lion's Club Citizenship, Knights of Co- lumbus, President's Academic Fit- ness, and Scholar-Athlete awards. The Woodman of the World, Ma- sonic patriotism, and President's Academic Fitness awards were pre- sented to Wally Erbelding. Sherry Goodwin accepted the Knights of Columbus and Masonic Lodge Pa- triotism awards. The American Le- gion Award was also given to Rhonda Jinks. Ms. Jean Roberts presented scholarships to two graduates. Eric Derden received the President's Leadership Scholarship to McNeese State University. The Louisiana Board of Trustees Schol- arship was awarded to Wally Er- belding. Mr. Howard Romero and Mr. Ron Vining handed out medals to high school students with the high- est average in each of the following subjects: science, Angie Trahan; American History, Wally Erbeld- ing; social studies, Sonia Trahan; Home Economics 1 and II, Dawn McRight; Home Economics III and IV, Sandy Salter; biology. Dawn McRight; typing, Don Morris; math, Tiffany Romero; business education, Wally Erbelding; Eng- lish, Sonja Trahan, physical educa- tion, Barry Badon and Sonja Tra- han. Stephanie Vining received med- als in math, science, reading, social studies and English as the top stu- dent in the seventh and eighth grades. She also received the Wood- man of the World Award for American History. The President's Academic Fit- ness Award was also given to Karl Romero, Betsy Koppie, Sonja Tra- han, Stephanie Vining, and Jana Wells. Principal Howard Romero pre- sented the graduates their diplo- mas, assisted by Dan Billiot, school board member. After four years of work, fun, and friendship the end had come. Graduation was a memorable even- ing with graduates feeling happy, sad, and relieved at the same time. Graduates: Front row- Shane Blan- chard, Rhonda Jinks, Veronica Sandifer, Tracy Erbelding, Terri Peavy, Shase Broussard. Back row- Eric Derden, Sherry Goodwin, Bob- by Constance, Wally Erbelding. Eric Derden- Salutatorian 40 Delino's Seafood Lorene, Carlton, Vickie Nathan 41 Looking Good On stage. Sherry Goodwin parades for the judges at the Cal-Cam Fair where she was first runner-up. In January, Sherry entered the Louisi- ana Fur Wildlife Queen's Con- test held in Cameron. In this con- test, she was third runner-up. In the spotlight, Terri Peavy stands proudly before the audience and judges at the Cal-Cam Fair. Entering the Junior Miss Cal-Cam Fair Queen's Contest was Tonya Logan. Named Little Mr. Miss Johnson Bayou, Brent Trahan and Mendy Harrington competed for the title of Little Mr. Miss Cameron Par- ish at the Louisiana Fur Wildlife Festival. 42 Glenn Angie Trahan Jimmie Judy Harrington NINETEEN EIGHTY SPORTS Up And Down Season Varsity Boys' Basketball 63- 31 E. Broussard 65-61 Henry 85-72 Grand Lake 37-67 Pecan Island 77-66 Grand Lake 58-62 Fenton 53-40 Bell City 76-53 Starks 45- 77 Hackberry 90-53 ESA 53-51 Bell City 67-75 Pecan Island 50-27 Port Neches-Groves (JV) 65-68 Pecan Island 64- 53 Orangefield 70-54 Port Neches-Groves (JV) 67-62 West Brook (JV) 74-69 Fenton 64-69 Hampshire-Fannett 82-60 Bridge City 63- 59 Barbers Hill 46- 62 Hackberry 64- 60 Grand Lake 70-47 South Cameron 56-30 Port Neches-Groves (JV) 76- 54 Reeves 81-86 Singer 69-72 Grand Lake 71-77 Hyatt 53-66 Hackberry 77- 42 Reeves 87-83 Grand Lake 64-80 Hyatt 69-80 Singer District 3 wins, 7 losses Season 21 wins, 14 losses Had the season ended before dis- trict play began, the varsity boys' team would have concluded the season with an impressive 18-7 re- cord. But with the start of district play, came the winds of change. Coach Doug Welch found himself replacing squad members lost due to disciplinary action and failing grades. By the time the team had adjusted, play-off action was out of reach. Despite the additional losses in district play, the Rebels finished the season with a winning record. Before leaving the team, Eric Derden led the team in scoring. His best, 40 points, was gained in an easy win over Starks. Tournament action took place early in the season with the team playing at Pecan Island, Bell City, Grand Lake, Orangefield, South Cameron (parish), and home. The boys won their own invitational tournament and finished second in both the Pecan Island and Cameron Parish tournaments. Senior Shane Blanchard captured district honors once again. He was named to the 8-C All District team. Although the season ended on a sour note, valuable experience was gained by the five juniors, two sophomores, and two freshmen who are looking forward to next year. On defense, Jeffery Tramonte, Scott Romero, and Shane Blan- chard watch for the inbound pass as Hyatt's Billy Woods looks for an opening. As the West Brook five work for a and Ricky Harrington keep the shot, Jeffery Tramonte, Eric Der- Bruins out of shooting range, den, Shane Blanchard, Dale Jinks, 44 Calcasieu Marine National Bank Cameron, La. Rebel team members — Kneeling: Harrington, Dale Jinks, Jeffery Barry Badon, Scott Romero, Layne Tramonte, Karl Romero, Richard Boudreaux. Standing: Coach Miller, Don Morris, Tammy Er- Welch, Shane Blanchard, Ricky belding (manager). Going in for a layup, Jeffery Tra- With 2 minutes, 16 seconds left in monte adds two points to a 67-62 the game. Coach Welch calls time win over West Brook in the J.B. out to make a change in strategy. Invitational. Out Of A Slump Posting a 5-5 district record was a remarkable feat for a team that was also plagued by changes in the team roster. Even before the loss of three members, the Lady Rebels had difficulty playing first-rate basketball for more than two quar- ters. Faced with a rebuilding effort. Coach Trahan recruited two eighth graders and reorganized his start- ing five. After several losses, the Lady Rebels finally came alive. Posting district wins over Reeves, Hyatt, and Singer and losses to Hackberry, Grand Lake and Singer, the girls ended district play. Al- though their 5-5 district record was not good enough for a berth in the play-offs, the record brought smiles of satisfaction to the team and its coach. District play seemed to have brought out the best in the players after their earlier struggles. Cher- elle Duhon was named to the 8-C All District team. 46 Team members: Tiffany Romero, Joanie Constance, Cherelle Duhon, Robin Peavy, Sherry Goodwin, Erica Laria, Marcie Duhon, Kris Trahan, April Trahan, Sonja Tra- han, Tammy Erbelding (manager). Coach Danny Trahan. Blocked by Grand Lake's Berna- dette Fruge (34) and Rachael Man- uel (21), Sherry Goodwin manages to get off her shot. Howard Romero In position for the rebound are Cherelle Duhon and Hyatt's Shewanna Maltox (5) and Tammy Anderson (20). Listening to the referee's call, Cher- elle Duhon, Tiffany Romero, and Sherry Goodwin move into posi- tion after a turnover by Hyatt. Varsity Girls' Basketball 33-19 E. Broussard 39-36 Henry 47-42 Indian Bayou 35-37 Grand Lake 38-30 Grand Lake 29-69 Lacassine 39-40 Bell City 37-46 Starks 18-54 Hackberry 42:36 Reeves 40- 55 Grand Lake 34-33 Bell City 41- 45 Pecan Island 23-38 Pecan Island 60-38 Orangefield 47-29 Port Neches-Groves 27-31 Grand Lake 23-29 Fenton 31-83 Thomas Jefferson 32-62 Lumberton 12-74 Hackberry 27-56 Grand Lake 31-22 South Cameron 50- 27 Reeves 37-50 Hackberry 34-54 Singer 22-34 Grand Lake 54-34 Hyatt 30-63 Hackberry 51- 38 Reeves 27-29 Grand Lake 47-27 Hyatt 46-39 Singer District 5 wins, 5 losses Season 14 wins, 19 losses On defense, Sonja Trahan keeps Kay Breaux (10) away from the goal as Teri Peavy, Sherry Goodwin, Erica Laria, and Rhonda Jinks con- centrate on the remaining Grand Lake players. E M Sport Center 47 Playing Their Best In an effort to develop the youn- ger basketball players, coaches lined up several games for the 6th and 7th grade teams with teams from Cameron Elementary, Grand Chenier Elementary, and Grand Lake High School. While the sea- son was a losing effort for both teams pointwise, it was successful in providing valuable experience for the players. The performance of each team showed a noticeable im- provement by the last game. Action for the freshmen teams came mainly in the Cameron Par- ish Freshmen Tournament held at Johnson Bayou in January. With only three teams in each division in the tournament, the Rebels and Lady Rebels placed third. Players listen intently as Coach Denise Trahan gives last minute instructions before the start of the team's first home game. Freshmen team — Front row: Shan- non Trahan, Richard Badon, Heath Jinks, Scott Trahan. Back row: Troy Miller, Denman Goodwin, Karl Romero, Layne Boudreaux. 6th and 7th grade team — Front row: Shannon Trahan, Bradley Jinks, Scott Trahan. Second row: Tremayne Picou, Jonathan Tra- monte, Richard Badon, Heath Jinks. Back row: Lance Blanchard, Dale Breaux, Dale Morris. Cameron Drug Store, Inc. 775-5321 6th and 7th grade team — Front row: Karen Erbelding, Nicole Du- hon. Second row: Julie Boudreaux, Kelly Koppie, Rachael Touchet. Back row: Elizabeth Comeaux, April Tingler, June Billiot, Krystal Blanchard, Reesa Badon, Stephanie Vining, Susan Boudreaux, Ruthann Romero. Freshmen team — Kris Trahan, So- nja Trahan, Tiffany Romero, Kelly Koppie, Betsy Koppie, April Tra- han, Jana Wells, Stephanie Vining. Garner Nancy Nunez Family Shout It Out During the course of the basket- ball season, the cheerleaders arouse the spirits of the fans and team members with their routines and cheers. Being a cheerleader is a lot of making signs, practicing, and looking good. But when they are on the sidelines they seem to be hav- ing a great time. Returning to the squad were Jana Wells, Reesa Badon, Nicole Duhon, Karen Erbelding, Julie Boudreaux, and Rachael Touchet. Newcomers on the squad were April Tingler and Krystal Blanchard. Helping the cheerleaders in their practice ses- sions and preparations for home- coming was Bobbie Lane Trahan, student sponsor. Whether painting signs or lead- ing the crowd in cheers, the Rebel cheerleaders showed the true mean- ing of spirit and pride. Rachael Touchet, April Tingler, Ju- lie Boudreaux, Jana Wells, Krystal Blanchard, Nicole Duhon, and Reesa Badon find it almost impos- sible to build a successful pyramid with Karen Erbelding missing. Pushing for victory, Krystal Blan- chard, Julie Boudreaux, Nicole Du- hon, and Jana Wells lift the fans' spirits at halftime in the Hyatt game. While Patty Morris waits on fans, Brenda Rodrigue and Marilyn Tra- han prepare hamburgers. Always at the home games, Mrs. Maydell Jinks is surprised on her birthday. Reesa Badon Krystal Blanchard Julie Boudreaux Nicole Duhon Karen Erbelding April Tingler Rachael Touchet Jana Wells In their spot on the sidelines, Jana, April, Rachael, Nicole, Reesa, Ka- ren, Krystal and Julie cheer the Lady Rebels. Down But Not Out Although young, the elementary wrestling team competed in every meet with all the vigor, courage, and stamina they could put togeth- er. Coached by Dan Billiot and Russell Badon, the team participat- ed in five meets. Winners in each meet were: JOHNSON BAYOU — First: Shannon Trahan, Bradley Jinks. Second: Dale Morris, Lance Blan- chard. Third: Daniel Blanchard, Travis W. Trahan. Fourth: Robby Trahan. SULPHUR — First: Justin Tra- han. Second: Todd Billiot. Third: Shannon Trahan, Dale Morris. Fourth: Jerry Doucet, Lance Blan- chard, Richard Badon. SOUTH CAMERON — First: Dale Morris, Second: Shannon Tra- han, Lance Blanchard. Third: Brad- ley Jinks, Todd Billiot. Fourth: Robby Trahan. PARISH — First: Dale Morris. Second: Robby Trahan, Todd Bil- liot, Lance Blanchard. Third: Shan- non Trahan, Justin Trahan, Brad- ley Jinks. Fourth: J.J. Laria. HACKBERRY — First: Travis L. Trahan, Jerry Doucet, Dale Morris, Bradley Jinks. Second: Justin Tra- han, Andy Tingler, Todd Billiot. Third: Robby Trahan, J.J. Laria, Daniel Blanchard, Shannon Tra- han, Lee Trahan, Fourth: Richard Badon. Elementary Wrestling FIFTH Sulphur South Cameron FOURTH Cameron Parish THIRD Johnson Bayou FIRST Hackberry Dale Morris wins another match on his way to the finals at the home meet. Working for a pin, Robby Trahan Watching anxiously on the side- takes down his opponent. lines, Coach Dan Billiot shouts ad- vice while Coach Russell Badon surveys the action. Debbie, Jerry Winn Theriot At the Johnson Bayou Little Britches Invitational Meet, Rich- ard Badon works for a pin. Wrestling team — Front row: Trav- is W. Trahan, Andy Tingler, Shan- non Trahan, Brent Badon, Justin Trahan, Keith Price, Daniel Blan- chard, J.J. Laria, Lee Trahan. Sec- ond row: Jerry Doucet, Lance Blan- chard, Aaron Lagneaux, Dale Mor- ris. Back row: Travis L. Trahan, Martin Miguez, Richard Badon, Bradley Jinks, Todd Billiot, Robby Trahan. Zapata Haynie Cameron, La. Tracksters Capture Six Meets When the track season opened, Coach Danny Trahan and his Lady Rebels set their eyes on a third straight championship. The Lady Rebels were young in experience but long on determination. They put forth their best effort in every meet, finishing first in six of eight meets, edging out both class AA and B teams. Based on their performance in regional, the Lady Rebels were pro- jected to finish second in the state meet. Since meets aren't run on pa- per but cinder, the results were not as expected. The tracksters finished fourth with 44 points, only three points short of second. The squad failed to pick up any first-place finishes in the meet. The 400-meter relay team of April Tra- han, Tiffany Romero, Cherelle Du- hon, and Betsy Koppie picked up a second with a 54:45 clocking. Depth for the Lady Rebels came in the field, where Sherry Goodwin was third in the shot put (33-6) and Angie Trahan was third in the dis- cus (96-11) and fifth in the shot. Stephanie Vining was third in the high jump at 4-8 and Cherelle Duhon' took third in the 100-meter low hurdles and fifth in the 400. Sonja Trahan finished third in the 1600 with a time of 6:08.71 and Tonya Logan was sixth in the 3200 with a time of 14:54.77 to round out Johnson Bayou's scoring. 1600 Meter Relay Team — Sonja Trahan, April Trahan, Betsy Koppie, Cherelle Duhon. With a clocking of 4:35.16 at state, the 1600 meter squad beat out Grand Lake for the first time this season. Field Events — Betsy Koppie, long jump; Erica Laria, long jump; Stephanie Vining, high jump; April Trahan, high jump. 800-Meter Relay Team — April Trahan, Stephanie Vin- ing, Tiffany Romero, Betsy Koppie. Coach Danny Trahan Nell, Pat, Sonja Scott Distance Runners — Tonya Logan, 1600 3200; Sonja Trahan, 800 1600; Joanie Constance, 800; Dawn McRight, 3200. Varsity Girls' Track Scoreboard FIRST Tarpon Relays Anacoco Relays Rebel Relays Cameron Parish Relays District 5-C Regional II1-C SECOND Grand Lake Relays FOURTH State Class C Field Events — Sherry Goodwin, shot put discus; Angie Trahan, shot put discus. At the regional meet, Betsy Koppie leaps 15-0 to finish in third place. Ten Reach State Originally scheduled for Baton Rouge, the state track meet was moved to Lafayette because LSU's renovations on its track were not completed. The location made little difference to Coach Welch and his Rebel squad who were set to defend their Class C crown. With ten qualifiers, the Rebels finished sec- ond to Saline with 63 points. Even though they missed the state crown, their performance was top notch. Leading the Rebel effort was Ricky Harrington, who established a new record of 13-6 in the pole vault. Ricky started at 12-6, flew over that height, then did the same at 13-0. At 13-6, he missed on his first attempt. After moving the standards back, he ascended easily over the bar. His attempt at 14-0 was not as successful. In addition to pole vaulting, Ricky finished fifth in the hurdles and ran legs on the fourth place 400-meter relay team and sixth place 1600 meter relay squad. Ricky and Dale Jinks were the only first place finishers. Dale hurled the spear 158-2 to capture the javelin throw. Dale also placed third in the long jump with a leap of 20-0' 2 and ran on both relay teams. Second places came from Nathan Delino in the pole vault and Troy Miller in the 3200. Ranked fourth, Nathan cleared the bar at 10-0. Troy's time was 10:59.17. Other scoring came from Scott Romero in the discus, Barry Badon in the 100, and Scott Sandifer in the triple jump. Rounding out the relay teams were Bobby Constance, Eric Trahan and Shane Blanchard. Clearing the bar at 13-0, Ricky Har- rington takes another first. This vault places him in second for Southwest Louisiana Track Leaders in pole vaulting. An eighth grader, Eric Trahan hurls the discus during the regional meet. Failing to qualify in the dis- cus, Eric qualifies in the 1600-meter relay. Congratulations from Gulf Crews, Inc. 800-Meter Relay Team — Barry Badon, Richard Joe Miller, Bobby Constance, Shane Blanchard. With a time of 1:39.5, the 800 squad finishes third to Hack- berry's 1:39.3 in the regional meet. Varsity Boys' Track Scoreboard FIRST District 5-C Regional III-C SECOND Grand Lake Relays Rebels Relays Cameron Parish Relays State Class C THIRD Anacoco Relays FIFTH Tarpon Relays Field Events — Nathan Delino, pole vault; Scott Sandifer, high jump triple jump; Ricky Harrington, pole vault; Dale Jinks, javelin, long jump high jump. Romero Brothers Johnson Bayou, La. Track Action Freshmen Lady Rebels — Front row: Betsy Koppie, Tiffany Rome- ro, Jana Wells, Nickey Covas, Kris Trahan, Nicole Duhon, Ruthann Romero, April Tingler, Stephanie Vining, Sonja Trahan, Tonya Lo- gan. Back row: Kelly Koppie, Karen Erbelding, Reesa Badon, Julie Bou- dreaux, April Trahan. The fresh- men team won the Cameron Parish title, a feat also accomplished by the varsity and seventh grade teams. Freshmen Rebels — Front row: Lance Blanchard, Dale Breaux, Richard Fontenot. Second row: Richard Badon, Shannon Trahan, Eric Trahan. Third row: Dale Mor- ris, Heath Jinks, Karl Romero. Back row: Blaine Erbelding, Layne Boudreaux, David Skidmore. Sprinters — Tiffany Romero, 200; Cherelle Duhon, 100 hurdles; Erica Laria, 400. 400-Meter Relay Team — April Trahan, Tiffany Romero, Betsy Koppie, Cherelle Duhon. Sprinters — Barry Badon, Richard Miller, Shane Blanchard. Wrestling Rebels Wrestling Team — Front row: Kent Leger, Bobby Constance, Denman Goodwin, Marc Derden, George Constance. Back row: Troy Miller, Jessie Koppie, Shase Broussard. George Constance Marc Derden Kent Leger Troy Miller NINETEEN EIGHTY FAVORITES Mr. J.B.H.S. O a 4 Shane Blanchard Sherry Goodwin Sherry Goodwin Most Handsome 'cffiSS V attn-ups Long-taU ]att s Chosen as BEST DRESSED, BOB- BIE LANE TRAHAN and JEFFERY TRAMONTE wear the latest styles. Always fashion conscious, they keep the student body in- formed on what is “in . Their winning personalities make SANDY SALTER and WALLY ER- BELDING the FRIENDLIEST on campus. Thrifty Way Pharmacy 66 J. Michael Delaunay Cameron, La. 775-7198 Being DEPENDABLE is an asset many people lack, but not CHERELLE DU- HON and WALLY ERBELD1NG. When there is something to be done, students look to Cherelle and Wally to get the job done. Usually found reading in the library or talking quietly with a friend, KELLI TRAHAN and TROY TRAHAN exem- plify the student body's idea of the QUI- ETEST. MUSI CROUPS |eas'je Boys StTP C rJarShlp Campbell-Taylor Oil of La. 548 Davis St. Cameron, La. For all your petroleum needs. 67 FAVORITE SONGS Lean On Me Fight For Your Right Brass Monkey Word Up Never Say Good-bye To keep up their GPA, ANGIE TRA- HAN and WALLY ERBELDING find much of their time taken up with assign- ments. Chosen MOST INTELLIGENT, they plan to attend college. Never at a loss for words, JOANIE CONSTANCE and BLAINE ERBELDING are definitely the MOST TALKATIVE. 68 ■ With thoughtfulness a part of their daily lives, SANDY SALTER and WALLY ERBELDING are the MOST COURTEOUS to both faculty and fellow students. Gulf Coast Supply Cameron, La. 775-5414 DaDa, Paul, Mona, Ricky, TuTu fads Roll'd uh‘8h Ps Twor p'Ups As CAMPUS CLOWNS, SHASE BROUSSARD and JOANIE CON- STANCE provide fun and laughs daily with their capers. Chosen MOST ATHLETIC, CHERELLE DUHON and SHANE BLANCHARD are members of the basketball and track teams. TAVOWTE movies Top Gun Ni Wroaie Street pelta oTce pee-wee yVarvneTuin on Elm J J Automotive Gene Picou Sr. Jr. Goodyear tire dealer Ninth Grade Todd Jinks Sonja Trahan Eighth Grade Kris Trahan Jessie Koppie Pfc Man Donkey K0 tr°gge r ng Va nguard Missi,e Com niand 70 James L. Jinks Family Seventh Grade April Tingler Heath Jinks Fifth Grade Blandon Badon Brandy Trahan Sixth Grade Nicole Duhon Scott Trahan favorite SPORTS Basketball Track Volleyball Wrestling Football Calcasieu Marine National Bank Cameron, La. 71 Fourth Grade Carl Trahan Jennifer Blanchard Third Grade Melanie Duhon Justin Trahan SUBJECTS Math Spelling English Reading Science Marine Fisherman's Supply Co., Inc. Mr. Mrs. James W. Beaty 775-5475 First Grade Brent Trahan Casey Roberson Foreman's Boudin Kitchen Hwy. 27 Cameron 775-7145 favorite toys Dolls Cars Bike Transformers MV Little Pony Second Grade Jamie Trahan Jack Constance Kindergarten Corey Badon Nikki Christeson Jed°x Twelth Grade Shase Broussard Tracy Erbelding Tenth Grade Robin Peavy Marc Derden Eleventh Grade Tracy Bowen James Miller Geo. W. Rollosson Son Inc. 74 Stationers Office Outfitters NINETEEN EIGHTY ORGANIZATIONS As part of the annual Kris Kringle activities, Denise Trahan and Tina Jinks ex- change gifts. Finished with the stage decorations, Tisha Trahan and Bobbie Trahan take a break. Taking part in initiation fun, Sonja Trahan and Amanda Trahan display their costumes. Amanda was chosen FHA Initiation Queen. Members: T. Logan, B. Trahan, B. Koppie, K. Lecklett, T. Erbelding, S. Trahan, T. Jinks, E. Laria, D. McRight, J. Constance, D. Leger, R. Peavy, T. Trahan, T. Romero, T. Bowen. J At Skate City, Tiffany Romero, Sonja Trahan, Betsy Koppie, Tammy Erbelding, and Dawn McRight make another round to raise money for the March of Dimes. Cameron Exxon Wilson Miller Attending the district meet are Tisha Trahan, Delisa Leger, Amanda Trahan, Erica Laria, Betsy Koppie, Dawn McRight, Tiffany Romero, Sonja Trahan, and Joanie Constance. Being sworn in as officers are Delisa Leger, historian parliamentarian; Joanie Constance, treasurer; Erica Laria, secretary; Robin Peavy, vice president; and Tisha Trahan, president. Bayou Seafood Don Joyce Bailey Main St. Cameron 775-8278 77 What's Cooking? Students joining the FHA club this year found themselves doing more than just cooking. Early in the year, club members held a Skate-a-Thon at Skate City in Lake Charles. After an hour's ride, the girls skated for four hours to raise money for the March of Dimes. The annual Harvest Fes- tival brought out the FHA food booth known for its great funnel cakes. This year freshly-squeezed lem- onade was sold to the de- light of visitors. During the Christmas season, members raffled off a basket and sold candy grams to raise money for the district and state meets. Members once again be- came Kris Kringles to fac- ulty members by giving gifts to teachers secretly. To help with the many activities, committees were organized. Serving as chairpersons were: Dawn McRight, fundraising; Tracy Bowen, entertain- ment; Sonja Trahan, hospi- tality; Tiffany Romero, Sergeant at Arms; and Amanda Trahan, projects. At the annual Mother- Daughter Tea in May, the top FHA member was an- nounced by club sponsor, Mrs. Renee McDaniel. Based on points accumu- lated through the year, Delisa Leger was named Miss FHA. The club beau was Dale Jinks. ■■ FBLA members — Front row: Eric Derden, Jeffery Tra- Dale Jinks and Wally Erbelding display the poster monte, Wally Erbelding. Back row: Richard Miller, Shane they created for the district meet. Blanchard, Dale Jinks, Nathan Delino. Calcasieu Marine National Bank 78 Cameron, La. Business As Usual It was business as usual for the FBLA club, as mem- bers launched their big candy sale in April. Co- ordinating the sales was Richard Joe Miller. As a sales incentive, members competed for money and a T-shirt. Joanie Constance, top salesperson, won $27. and an FBLA T-shirt. Members also attended the district conference in Lake Charles in February. In competition at the con- ference, Angie Trahan rat- ed superior in office proce- dures and qualified for state competition. Entering the poster contest were Wally Erbelding and Dale Jinks. Attending the state con- ference in Baton Rouge in April were Angie Trahan, Tracy Bowen, Bobbie Tra- han, and Mrs. Juanita San- difer, club sponsor. In state competition, Angie Trahan received a superior rating in office procedures. FBLA members were: Shane Blanchard, Tracy Bowen, Joanie Constance, Nathan Delino, Eric Der- den, Wally Erbelding, Dale Jinks, Erica Laria, Delisa Leger, Dawn McRight, Richard Miller, Angie Tra- han, Bobbie Trahan, Tisha Trahan, and Jeffery Tra- monte. FBLA members — Front row: Bobbie Trahan, Tisha Tra- han. Back row: Tracy Bowen, Erica Laria, Delisa Leger, Dawn McRight, Joanie Constance, Angie Trahan. After attending the FBLA meeting, Dawn McRight, Tisha Trahan, and Joanie Constance spend the night in Sulphur so they can attend an FHA meeting the next day. Selling the most candy, Joanie Constance wins an FBLA T-shirt and a handful of cash. Louisiana Savings Association Lake Charles, La. 79 Making The Best Better inior members — Front row: Jonathan Tramonte, Jean arber, Jenny Trahan. Second row: Theresa Trahan, radley Jinks, Keith Price, Wendy Vining, Karen Erbeld- tg, Heather Trahan. Third row: April Trahan, Beth kidmore, Travis Trahan, Nicole Duhon, Julie Bou- reaux. Back row: Jennifer Blanchard, Rachael Touchet, lendy Jinks, Reesa Badon, Aaron Lagneaux, Jeanette 'oucet. Besides meeting month- ly, 4-H'ers are involved in other activities. In October, club members traveled to the Prien Lake Mall for a Fun Day. Taking part in the style show were Reesa Badon and Tonya Logan. Troy Miller spent many hours caring for his prize- winning pig. Troy entered his animal in the Parish Livestock Show in Ca- meron in January and the district show in February in Lake Charles. His efforts paid off when he sold his pig for $2.75 per pound. Under the leadership of Mrs. Linda Touchet, the club also sold candy, host- ed several dances and pro- vided refreshments for the teachers during Teacher Appreciation Week. Senior club officers: Troy Miller, president; Kris Trahan, secretary-treasurer and reporter. ?nior members — front row: Richard Miller, Kent eger, Marc Derden, Dale Jinks. Back row: Joey Jinks, ris Trahan, Todd Jinks. Volunteering her time, Linda Touchet attends monthly meetings, holds workshops, and travels with the group. Linda Gerald Touchet hedule of Events OO Pood lostiool OO OcmoMlrotion, e Show St v t festival X word . At the style show, Reesa Badon models clothes from J.C. Penney's, while Tonya Logan wears an outfit from Brooks Fashion. kt the mall are Theresa Trahan, April Trahan, Karen rbelding, Tonya Logan, Rachael Touchet, Kris Trahan, .eesa Badon, Heather Trahan and Jonathan Tramonte. Junior club officers: Reesa Badon, president; Karen Erbelding, secretary; Rachael Touchet, treasurer; Beth Skidmore, reporter. Linda Gerald Touchet Looking over newly developed photographs, Mrs. Bou- dreaux chooses pictures for a layout. Deadlines Deadlines. Even the word created a negative im- age. When it came to meet- ing the inevitable dead- lines necessary to a year- book's production, there was a rush to finish lay- outs, develop pictures, and write copy. If a picture was to be misplaced, deadline time was the most likely time. Dealing with all these problems and more were new staff members Delisa Leger, Betsy Koppie, Sandy Salter, and Tammy Erbelding. Members also found much of their time spent in raising money for the an- nual. Besides selling the yearbook, members sold old photographs, jewelry, caps, and buttons. In Janu- ary, with the help of the Athletic Association, an elementary wrestling tour- nament was held. The staff closed out their fund-rais- ing activities by spending a day in Cameron selling ads. Accompanied by Mrs. Wynette Erbelding and sponsor, Peggy Boudreaux, the group had a rewarding day. With such a small staff, it was necessary to ask for help from others. Parents, teachers, and students were often-asked to take pic- tures at events, to loan neg- atives or pictures, or to raise money. As the school year ended work on the yearbook did not. June and July were spent completing the lay- outs for the final pages. A sigh of relief could be heard when the last dead- line was completed and the envelope marked Final Shipment was dropped in the mailbox. Sandy Salter and Betsy Koppie put up signs advertising the yearbook sale in October. At the athletic banquet, Sandy Salter and Delisa Leger introduce yearbook favorites. 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