Northview High School - Viking Yearbook (Covina, CA)

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' iJ ' OVyldl ii students At N.V. Show Their Talents, 1,. mr While working at Kinder Care, Lisa Charboneau works diiifently to finish her work before going home. looking through photos taken over her vacation, Pam Leftrict reminices on her past experiences in France. Getting ready for the next heat, Kimm Solis pre- pares herself mentally while positioning herself on her starting block. 88 Special People Special People Special People Special People

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Personalities Thru Different Hobbies While some students occupied their after school time playing a school sport, working, or spending their time at a local Hang-out , other students spent their leisure time participating in and enpying different hobbies and other pleasurable interests, outside of school. This year ' s 1986 Viking staff has chosen to highlight a few of these unique people. Being one of these special people, Ron West has dedicated a part of his life to motorcross racing. Ron has ridden in such races as the Golden State Series, Grand Prix and the L.A. Coliseum- Day After, |ust to name a few. With over 300 trophies to his motocross success, Ron still practices every Friday at the Ascot Gardena and on Sundays at Deana. If time permits, he takes his bike to the desert on weekends. At times, such a free sport can be dangerous, though it would seem nothing discourages Ron. He just keeps saying his prayers and tries to get the Whole Shot . When people think of a hobby or interest, they usually believe it to be relaxing and fun, but six broken noses haven ' t stopped Chris or Rusty Lmdquist from what they call fun in karate or kick boxing. Following his idol. Chuck Norris, Chris has been in karate for the past six years and recently earned a fifth degree black belt. Rusty has been m karate for two years and is currently at the red belt which is the fifth belt. They both practice frequently at Blamos Karate in Covina. Kimm Soils does take her sport seriously, but it isn ' t quite as dangerous as some. Kim spends six days a week practicing at the San Dimas Swim Club. Being a swim mer for the past thirteen years, Kimm finds it hard to quit such a part of her life that keeps her in such good condition. Kimm has swim meets every six weeks, which involves a strict diet three days before each meet. Kimm confesses to loving her interest in swimming and strives to her goal which is to someday make an Olympic team. Winning a trophy or doing a physical sport isn ' t the only way to achieve recognition. Take for instance Lisa Charboneau. She has spent many unpaid hours doing volunteer work in the Covina District. Last year Lisa received an award for giving the most hours of her own free time as a volunteer working in the Covina District. Pam Leftrict was also recognized for her trip to France as an exchange student. Pam ' s family and friends all encouraged her to go to France and to prepare for such a trip, Pam took a few French Language classes at Rio Hondo College. Even though Pam loved her exper- ience and en|oyed her stay and family in France, she ' ll tell anyone to really think about an extended trip to another country because it can be a totally different experience. Although some activities might cost more or be a bit more dangerous, all interests can bring |oy and relax- ation to the person participating. Having different hob- bies and interests is a good idea for anyone at any age. They give the body a chance to release built up energy or frustration. It also gives people a feeling of accomplish- ment when something is successfully done or proven and given praise. While posed by his bike and one of his many trophies, Ron West stands proud. Preparing for an upcoming l(arate match, Chris and Rusty Lindquisf perfect their shots while practicing with each other. Special ?(■■;