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

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We’ve Got Individuality What is individuality.'' It is a lot of things, but mostly it s what makes us different. Having a distinct personality is when you can feel free enough to do your own thing, and not be embarrassed or self-conscious about doing it. School Nobody should be afraid to act or dress the way they want. Everyone has their own style and should feel com- fortable in what they wear or do; if you aren't comfortable, your trying too hard to fit in and not pleasing yourself.” — Anne Leahy is definitely a place where you see this, and at Mazama, We've got individual- ity!” Originality is a characteristic attributed to someone who can be themself, regard- less of the pressure and influence of oth- ers. It's being able to do what the person inside each of us wants to do, without feeling inhibited. According to drama teacher, Ms. Taylor. Individuality is es- sential, otherwise you're just like every- one else. Students show their striking personalities in different way, one is how they dress. When one walks down the halls and sees several people with the same basic haircuts, shirts, jeans, and shoes one doesn't think much of it. But, when someone totally different in style walks by something happens, that person is re- membered. This person is remembered because they are their own individual and are not afraid to show it. You don’t want to follow other people s patterns or styles, you just want to be yourself, is how Leilani Farton feels about individ- uality. Dress isn’t the only way to express exclusiveness. If someone can liven” up a conversation with a joke or do some- thing funny they get everyone's attention. Tom Gardner says, Being an individual is doing things to please yourself, not worrying about pleasing everyone else. People's actions, the things they say, and the way they say them is also a way of saying, Hey, I am my own person; I'm a unique individual. At Mazama We've got Individuality,” and we re not afraid to show it. Anne Leahy’s philosophy is just that. Being original has its benefits, mainly it gets you noticed, which is something many people enjoy. Everyone can have their own marked personalities; and if everyone did, just think how colorful and interesting the world would be. Be a unique individual, be yourself! Flashy fashions hit Mazama! Anne Leahy's individual fashions can stand up to anyone's. 1920’s beads accent Leilani Parton’s 1980s at- tire. Leiiam can be seen many a day in her own exclusive fashions. We’ve Got Individuality -5

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Parking for two? Tom Gardner always parks his unique truck sideways to avoid any mishap. No, it’s not Harpo Marx, it's Ms. Taylor. Mazama Drama is a constant encourager of individuality at pep assemblies. Boards up! Dusty Brewer struts his free style skate-boarding skills. Skate-boarding is back in style.

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We’ve Got New Beginnings The 1985-86 school year brought many new beginnings to Mazama for the pre- sent time and to better the future at Ma- zama. We first changed the name of our yearbook from Bolt of Blue to Valhalla in order to emphasize Viking traditions. The Mazama gymnasium has always had the name Valhalla Court” meaning Vi- king Heaven. and we wanted to preserve this theme. The theme New Attitude was also a new addition to the theme of the school and was strongly stressed during home- coming to provide a new outlook for our 1985-86 school year. Along with a New Attitude,” we also brought new additions to Mazama's staff. The new teachers have infused the school with enthusiasm and contributed greatly to Viking Pride. Mr. John Bastianelli, the new art teacher, first taught at the University of New Mexico. In his spare time he makes jewelry and stained glass. Monika Fischer is from West Germany and is fluent in three languages; German, English, and Spanish. Ms. Fischer is teaching Spanish. Having a strong liking for working with people, Mr. Gerald Green finds teaching chemistry quite challenging. The new or- chestra teacher is Mr. Dwayne Johnson who teaches at nine different schools in the city school district. He spent first period only at Mazama. Mrs. SusanLaw- rie, the new yearbook and general math teacher says, It feels like coming home. Mrs. Lawrie is a 1980 graudate of Ma- zama. Mrs. Julie Mitchell taught journal- ism, English, and also advised the news- paper. Mr. Bill Palmer (our new global studies teacher and assistant football coach) says, The kids here at Mazama are polite, energetic, and competitive. Ms. Lisa Taylor is Mazama’s new drama teacher. She says the most exciting thing to her is to watch the people in her classes who were shy become more aggressive. Last, but not least, is our new principal. Mr. Mike Pisan, who describes himself as It is our goal to provide a school and program where all people feel successful,” commented Mr. Pi- san. Mazama’s 1 fan. In his first year here he indicated he has found excitement, challenge, and positive experiences. He hopes the students, staff, and programs will receive the recognition they deserve. With new beginnings also comes a new name. In order to maintain Viking spirit, the 1965-86 yearbook staff elected to change the name of the yearbook from BOLT OF BLUE to VALHALLA Mr. Gerald Green shows off his chemistry shades.' This was Mr Green's first year of teaching at Mazama. 6-We’ve Got New Beginnings