Mazama High School - Valhalla Yearbook (Klamath Falls, OR)

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Waiting for their turn to cross the stage are Tina Thompson and Dawna Thompson. Receiving their diploma would be the final phase of four long years of hard work. Getting a hug and his di- ploma from Mr. Harold Heaton is Shawn Sorensen. Mr. Heaton served as chair- man of the school board for the year. Watching as Mr. Piasn tells the school board that the Class of 1986 is ready to graduate are Ni- cole Arana. Rob Burns, Sherri Arbon, Rick Bursell, Gail Argetsinger. and Tra- cie Astle After this, the procession to the stage would begin. Giving the invocation at the graduation ceremony is Jack I leaton. Jack was the senior class president. 186-Graduation

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 FUN TIMES BEGIN Clapping for the winner of a Happy Face award are Kathy Jurief and Patty Hopper. These two were The senior banquet marked the beginning of graduation-night festivities. It was held at and catered by OIT. The meal consisted of prime rib. potatoes, rolls, green beans, and various salads. Dessert was ice cream com- plete with all of the necessary trimmings to make fantastic sundaes. Following dinner, an assortment of light hearted awards were presented. The recipients had been voted to receive these by their fellow classmates in a poll taken by the school news- paper. The awards included such ones as Best Looking. Most Spirited, Most Likely To Suc- ceed, Nicest Wiggle, and Weirdest Laugh. Toward the end of the presentations it be- came obvious that the graduates were anxious to be excused to begin participating in the all- night-party activities. Everyone was in high spirits and it showed in the loud voices and laughter that Filled the banquet room. friends and could always be found laughing at something. Feeding ihcir faces with good food is a group of the Senior boys. This banquet was only the beginning of the after graduation activities. Waiting to head for the sundae bar is Brett Jennings. The banquet was catered by OIT and had a good selection of food. Calling for the winners of the Happy Face awards is Senior Class Vice President. Marieka Losinski. The Senior Class voted on who should receive these awards. Senior Banquet-185

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LOOKING FORWARD TO THE FUTURE As the hand played the traditional graduation processional, Pomp and Circumstance, the members of the Class of 1986 filed into Valhalla Court. Every seat in the gymnasium was occupied, and spectators were standing in the rear. The seniors entered the gym in pairs led by valedictorian. Crystal Myers and salutatorian, Jennifer Chambers. Every female graduate car- ried a white rose trimmed with blue and silver ribbon. As the last pair took their places. Jack Hea- ton. co-president of the senior class, ap- proached the podium and gave the invocation. When the crowd had seated itself. Principal Mike Pisan introduced Superintendent Dr. Earl Ferguson, who, in turn, introduced the members' of the school board. Next. Cham- bers gave a speech concerning the value of education and the definition of success. When she was finished, the choir sang To Every- thing There Is A Season. Following this. Myers spoke on the topics of ideals, dreams. goals, and success. Myers speech was fol- lowed by the band's rendition of Battle Hymn of the Republic. Finally, it was time for the presentation of the diplomas. Mr. Pisan read the names, and each graduate crossed the stage and received a diploma from Mr. Harold Heaton, chairman of the school board. As the last senior re- turned to his seat. Eric Kruse, co-president of the class, gave the benediction. Mr. Pisan then spoke a few words and gave the long-awaited order, Graduates you may flip your tassels! The beginning strains of the recessional could be heard as hats were thrown into the air and the class of 1986 exited from Valhalla Court to exchange teary farewells and receive the con- gratulations of family and friends. Talking to the crowd about education and success is Jenny Chambers. Jenny was class salutatorian Filing into the gym are the last members of the Class of 1986. This class was known for its spirit and the good times it always had. Clapping for their fellow classmates are Cheree Bazzano, Daniel Bcaufcaux. Melinda Bender, Brian Birri, Montrece Bogle. Leah Boivin, and Lena Boling. The seniors cheered on their friends throughout the presentation of diplomas. Graduation -187