Ouachita Parish High School - Roarer Yearbook (Monroe, LA)

Text from Pages 1 - 244 of the 1977 volume:

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V WH OLENESS IS ONENESS O UA CHI TA IS ONENESS ACHI TA A WH IS O D B I E S O T Y R U I R C F T O C O H T A B IVI A P L S L W N T H E R C H U L F I P U C O W O R I O W S L Y L R W U I O U P V H E Division S J E U S N T I I O H R Y V R A L R L S T I A T I Y N IVI N W E O C R O K F O O U R T P S A K P A C H L U O C D R N E R D L Y R E Division Old Image Plagues Lions As New Season Starts On August 12, 1976 head coach Tom Causey and his three assistants led 56 young men to the practice field as Ouachita's preparations for the 76-77 varsity football season began. A traditional jinx was working against the Lions from the moment they stepped onto the field. The Lions had a humiliating reputation for losing the big ones. Determined to erase the shameful image, the Fighting Lions set out to prove them- selves to their competitors. Pride, hard work, and football fundamentals 10 Football were stressed the first two weeks during two-a-day practices. As summer workouts drew to a close, school doors opened once again. The Ouachita student body and Lion boosters anticipated a long-awaited successful football campaign. A whole new season lay ahead, promising exciting football action and a new district champion. Local newspapers chose Carroll or Neville to reign as District 3-AAAA cham- pions. The Lions had other ideas. :fw ff-z-rar-1. r' .4 xy' . . i 'J' 5.14 ' i V' . ,A ,, L. HMV- vw Y V Q .-.-- r'T4'7 I PW . r .W e .-erm + n , -AQ.:-0 ' . us. tg.. ' 1-,e W dime rweaetmrrg uwlllut--f s,a,,,.,,,,?., v ,, 1 ia V: .T -1 .ze Q , K , 1, Re ' v-.,s,., '... - 2 mmf . ' , . ' , ' is ' '33-v ...i..1A.-- - ' G.. fy' ABOVE LEFT: Gary Taylor and Lanny Spence dive for a fumble as Jack Laird searches for the loose ball. FAR LEFT: Coach lVloncrief carefully studies one of the defensive plays ofthe game. LEFT: A Rich- vvood defensive halfback attempts to stop Brian Johnson as he povvers his way for good yardage. Football 11 BELOW: Mark Blackvvelder, Jack Laird, and Bill Travis try out new merchandise at H. MICKEL. For all your sporting needs call 322-0531, or come by 109 CATALPA. BELOW RIGHT: Coaches Causey and Ussery contemplate a new battle plan for the offense. 12 Varsity Football Q 4 K' 'Y 5 'f i .f,'i V 'K Ass, if .. L 77 y W- A i .,, A LA V K l 'Sf' ' i A -. - 1 .5 x- - 1 , ABOVE: Defensive player Pat lVlurphy enjoys the break while the offense drives for a score. TOP: In the last minutes of the Ouachita- Ruston game, Lynn Sullivan calls a pass play. TOP RIGHT: Jeff Marchefski and David Busby, part of Ouachita's stingy defense, leave little room for a West Monroe fullback to advance the ball. 'KV Lions Stumble in Opening Games Ouachita's jinx held the upper hand through the first four games of the season. After a 7-13 setback at Ruston's hand, the Lions seemed to get on track as they downed district foe Richwood 6-0. But the next two games proved disastrous for the Fight- ing Lions. Ouachita saw a 14-12 score wither into a loss as the Woodlawn Knights scored with 53 seconds left. Ouachita's low point was yet to come! Now 1-2 on the year, the Lions played Fair Park in the last of a 3-game homestand. The Lion offense committed numerous turnovers, and the defense turned in a lackluster per- formance as the Indians rolled to a 0-19 win. lVlany Lion supporters expressed their disappointment by booing during the game. Remaining district games were two weeks away, and things looked rough for the Lions. Varsity Football 13 Student Government Works For Students All Year vu? . -9 wi H Q asf 'Sf F! ,., f ' 7 K an , . 1 . VK.. I ' ' fgflf alt' ' KX X' iw? ' - x , 'riff xi M , 'K' . ' :S '- 9 ' . .' W Hz . , I ' 1 . 't t Q t er t N in ' 1- YQ X f l ' P' -' If Ep 535, A' e - it 'E' W Q51 'N 14 Advertis t iita A NE' N ix ff- .4 Q ff' I . it LEFT: Andrea Benton receives personal and friendly service at CENTRAL BANK, You can't beat that! So drop by any of their locations at 300, 3500, and 8019 DeSIARDp 700 LOUISVILLE, 1101 N. EIGHTEENTHQ 1900 JACKSON in MONROE or 2600 CYPRESS and 201 TRENTON in WEST MONROE, for service that can't be beat. Lions Regroup, Head for Showdown With Neville Ouachita regathered its poise against North Caddo, and emerged 21-0 in a non-district contest. The Lions scored on their first possession as senior Tommy Mathieu raced 64 yards for the opening score. Junior receiver Eddie Gayden hauled in a 21 yard touchdown pass from junior quarterback Lynn Sullivan pulling the Lions ahead 14-0 after one quarter. Sullivan added a final score on a 56 yard interception return in the second quarter. Ouachita then faced three district foes, beginning with Bastrop. The Lions used a brilliant defensive effort and a 71 yard Sullivan-Swihart scoring strike to top the Rams in their homecoming, 90. The Lions completed their own unique homecoming with a 7-0 win over West Monroe. This victory placed Ouachita in a showdown battle against unbeaten Carroll. Both the Lions and Bulldogs placed perfect 3-0 district records on the line, along with Carroll's number four ranking in the Louisiana sports- writers poll. Playing on a cold rainy night, Ouachita used two fourth-quarter touchdowns to stun the Bulldogs 12-6. Senior Gary Taylor burst 13 yards with a senior Rusty Lucas pitch for the Lions' first score of the evening. With a 6-6 tie, seniors Jack Laird and Jeff Marchefski blocked their second punt of the night. Marchefski recovered the ball in the endzone for the Lions' second and winning TD of the game. Lion fans rejoiced as Ouachita held the lead in District 3-AAAA, with a 4-0 record. After Carroll, the Lions journeyed to Baton Rouge for a non-district encounter with Central High. Once again Ouachita employed comeback tactics taking a 21-10 triumph in the Chief's homecoming. Tommy Mathieu raised the tally twice on runs of 53 and 90 yards, with fellow senior Brian Johnson grinding out a third score. The victory extended Ouachita's winning streak to five in a row with arch-rival Neville remaining in the season finalef Varsity Football 15 Playoff Hopes Put On Line With a 4-0 district record, Ouachita appeared to have a playoff spot wrapped up. But a loss to Neville would throw the district race into a three-way tie for first. If that happened, a new point system would go into effect, and Ouachita might possibly miss the playoffs. Neville had to beat the Lions by at least six points to clinch a berth. Entering the game, Ouachita had two major obstacles. First, the game was to be played at Tiger Stadium. The second barrier was a 27 year hex the Tigers held on the Lions. Ouachita had not beaten Neville since 19495 but more than just whipping Neville rode on this game. The district crown was at stake, one the Lions wanted to wear badly. 16 Football Lions Bring Home Honors Honors were plentiful in 1976 as Ouachita placed five players on the all-district team and one on the all-state team. Scott Ingram was selected first-team All-State defensive tackle for his efforts throughout the year. Robbie Stewart, Joe Frandsen, Mark Blackwelder, Scott Ingram, and David Busby repre- sented the Lions on the 3-AAAA All' District team. Coach Tom Causey was voted Coach-of-the-Year in the district while Stewart and Ingram were picked as players of the year on offense and defense respectively. At the annual football awards banquet LEFT: Junior Mike Tannehill cracks a smile as hours ofhard work produce a letter jacket. FAR LEFT: These six seniors proved to be the heart of the Lions in 1976. From left to right are David Busby, Gary Taylor, Tommy Mathieu, Mark Blackwelder, Robbie Stewart, and Scott Ingram. ABOVE LEFT: Coach Causey presents Mr. Bob Stewart with several seniors were recognized for their outstanding service to the team throughout the season. Award winners were Scott Ingram, MVP and team captain, Tommy Mathieu, Speciality Award, Gary Taylor, Coaches Award, Brian Johnson, Best Offensive Back, Mark Blackwelder, Best Defensive Back, and Scholastic Award, Robbie Stewart, Best Offensive Linesman, and David Busby, Best Defensive Linesman. A special award was presented to Mr. Bob Stewart for his excellent service to the Lion football team and the Lion Booster Club. a letter jacket for his enthusiastic support of the Lions. TOP: Connie McCain, Kim Stites, Susan Ensminger, Cindy Bennett, and Pam Puckett flash big smiles and small footballs after the banquet. Football 16A out 4 5 VU Q X X , 1,:, VK X sf N 'r . if ,.,.., g f Rf f , ,H X . . 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That ended the half, with the Lions trailing 0-7. The third quarter proved to be a defensive struggle as both teams had trouble mounting any type of offen- sive scare. The fourth quarter began with the Lions needing a score to advance to the play offs. Ouachita's big break came with 4:56 remaining in the game, when lVlike Tannehill recov- ered a Tiger fumble on the Neville five yard line. Gary Taylor plunged over from the one, three plays later, and the Lions were behind 16D Varsity Football by a single point. The decision to go for two was easy. Rusty Lucas took the snap and pitched to Brian Johnson who was immediately met by four Tiger defend- ers short of the goal line. Thinking quickly, Johnson tossed back to Lucas, who went untouched into the end zone: Ouachita 8, Neville 7. The Lions faithful roared their approval! Tension mounted when Neville returned the kick-off to midfield. On a second down and 10 situation, safety Gary Taylor stripped the Neville tight end of the ball and Mark Blackwelder stepped in to intercept for the Lions. With Neville having no remaining time-outs, the Ouachita offense worked the clock, picking up two crucial first downs. As the final seconds ticked off, hundreds of Lion fans flooded the field to rejoice with their Lions. Twenty-seven years of frustrations were over! Ouachita had prevailed, 8-7. The win upped the Lions' record to 7-3 overall and a perfect 5-0 slate in district contests. The District 3-AAAA Championship belonged to the Lions! But more importantly, the victory earned Ouachita a berth in the State Playoffs. 1 1 T X :Wy S Y , . :H J, ' X we 6 Fry' sr J 4' N-' x I N nn. X F - .W ., Y-.N 'air K, xfi , I I - . Q H mv, . .Q 1 A f 1-, 1, ,. wi ' ,Q K Q , 1 I -v , ,WH V 'LF Y . 5 x . 15. 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ABOVE LEFT: Senior quarterback Rusty Lucas watches Gary Taylor crash through Neville defenders for a Lion score. BOTTOIVI FAR LEFT: A behind-the-Lion scene finds Ouachita going through numerous stretching exercises in pre-game warm ups. BOTTOM CENTER: A host of Lion defend- ers play crush the Tiger and stop the Tiger back for a two-yard loss. Varsity Football l6E Lions End '76 Campaign On Bitter Note The Lions traveled to Gonzales, Louisiana to play the East Ascension Spartans in the Regional finals. Playing on a muddy field, the Lions drove deep into Spartan territory early in the game. Turnovers suddenly plagued the Lions and all scoring threats ended. ln a defensive battle, East Ascension took advantage of Ouachita's errors and carried a O-7 halftime lead into the locker room. Ouachita's offense sputtered in the second half. The Spartans scored again after blocking a Lion punt and moved to a O-13 third quarter lead. The Lions' only score of the night came with five minutes remaining in the game when Rusty Lucas hit Gerald Swihart on a 10 yard pass. The Lions had time to score again, but a Spartan interception killed all Lion hopes. The game ended 6-13. The loss ended the Lions' season with an 8-4 record. But losing the game was only part of the agony. The Spartan football field had been lined off in lime and over twenty Ouachita players received burns during the contest. Vinegar was poured on players in the course of the game to neutralize the lime and ease the pain. Burned players were treated in a local hospital before the trip home. The 1976 season began and ended on disheartening notes for the Lions. But the pride and inability to lie down and die carried Ouachita through one of its greatest years ever. LEFT: Ouachita roars onto the field before taking on East Ascension in the Regional finals. FAR LEFT: Lynn Sullivan grasps the ball tightly as two Dragons add him to the pile of bodies. ABOVE LEFT: Tommy lVlathieu streaks towards the Dragon end zone with the opening kick-off in the Lions 20-6 romp over DeRidder. Varsity Football 17 XC Q If' item an - N K we . - s iw! RIGHT: lVIike Singler unleashes another pass behind the protection of No. 64, Tim Pruitt. FAR RIGHT: IVIemIJers ofthe J. V. Lions anxiously look on as their offense breaks a long play. ABOVE RIGHT: Edwin IVIarshaII slips past a Ruston defender on his way for a 27 yard gain. ABOVE: Ray Franklin wearily watches his team roll past West IVIonr0e, 25-6. I8 Junior Varsity Football Junior Varsity Roars in '76 The Varsity Lions weren't the only The J. V.s displayed an explosive ones who made news. Ouachita's offense capable of scoring from any junior varsity compiled a 7-2-1 place on the field. While averaging record for the '76 season under the slightly over 14 points a game, the direction of Coach Mickey Cleveland J. V. defense allowed a mere 6 points and first-year coach Paul per game average to opponents. von Diezelski. The J. V. Lions These boys showed signs of good defeated every opponent once during things to come for Ouachita, stated the season with the exception of a Coach Cleveland. 12-12 tie with Southside. ,354 Qsfsa sggg1g:i1f:f25s53:1g:ggwifiqffigiiffsqzifzf ,, .,,..:g--3, ..ru...'::'a:::.'v:'rl-H ff'f::.rr:-of f ff' 15:3tliifiiggiiffiiriffffi,ll'f?5f35ffkEE:Efi' iff' if iirtti s s T. t ..i g fgf a i itty 25g - 1 West Monroe Q - Rusffm 121 Southside 7 ' lf'12-53155 , ff 'f:1.Q -. g Q1 Richwood y I ya 61 - 2 i- f 2 1 Bastrop Y. ..f-,, 57 - V' lri' Bastropl 1 . aff 6. . . ,y g t . . l ' V West Monroe, I , . .,.. tiirt- f 5- fYjfii10i?f ---- 11' -:f1f..g ,t'1,.,h . 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They are where the action begins. Advertisement 21 Varsity Lions Bounce Back After a disappointing 5-21 season in 75-76, Ouachita's basketball team rebounded to a 15-10 slate. The Lions filled Ouachita's gym regularly during the season, as each ball game brought fast action and excitement to the crowd. Head coach Gary Armstrong used some basketball wizardry in devising intricate offenses and complicated defenses for his young Lion team. Players responded to Coach Armstrong's way of successful basketball campaign. l was pleased with this team's per- formance, stated Coach Armstrong, and I am looking forward to a better season next year. ABOVE: Lon Wilson, one of the capable salesmen at Hanelin's, reflects the good taste of the styles in stock for the most discrim- inating man. To select the most fashionable wardrobe, visit HANELlNE'S NlEN'S WEAR in the TlNlN CITY SHOPPING CENTER, 323-9657. RIGHT: Lion roundballers concentrate on free throws during pre-game activities. TOP RIGHT: Ouachita's Chris Hagan controls the opening tip off against Richwood as Terry Gardner tenses for action. TOP: Terry Gardner outraces two Richwood players and leaps for a score unmolested. W A .-,A..,.,,,.,,, W--M-w.....,... , ., VW . E ...., .LA fr Yqfr ...-qu, 2 ,Q i f if V 52 yn 331 4014 X, bn. ' i K V M5 IIN -wg..,Q Sw' 1 i ' LW' fag wig. ...--f 'Shu- H RIGHT: Ouachita students urge their Lions to an 86-78 romp over West Monroe in the gymnasium. FAR RIGHT: Joel Middleton lays the ball in for a bucket despite the efforts of a fouling Ram. BELOW FAR RIGHT: Flanked by two Neville players, Johnny Johnson focuses his attention on the ball during a foul shot. BELOW RIGHT: Larry Johnson shoots a fade-avvay jumper for tvvo, guiding Ouachita to a 75-50 mauling of Neville. 24 Varsity Basketball Lions Get Quick Start In Districtg Eye Playoffs With a 9-4 slate for the season, Ouachita roared into district with a brilliant 71-66 win over the Richwood Rams. Later in the week, the Lions tangled with another herd of Rams, but this time ended up on the short end of a 66-64 score. Ouachita took a rest from district games and hosted the Cowboys from Southwood. Playing before a yelling, spirit-filled home crowd, the Lions dropped their second heartbreaker in a row, 74-72. However, the Lions ended their two game losing skid by trouncing rival Neville, 75-50. Ouachita used a 34 point performance from Larry Johnson and a 24 point showing from Terry Gardner as Ouachita moved to a 3-1 district mark by stopping West lVlonroe, 86-78. The Lions had play- offs sparkling in their eyes with five district games remaining in the season. But two of these would be with the second ranked team in the state, Carroll. Varsity Basketball 25 BELOW: The Fighting Lion basketball team members are lfront rovvl Edward Smith, Jerry Price, George Scoby, Joel Middleton, Drevv Haynes, Larry Johnson, and lback rovvl Coach Gary Armstrong, Terry Gardner, Terry lVlcCart, Kirk Elam, Chris Hagan, Johnny Johnson, Clay Lee, and Coach David Armstrong. FHGHT: Managers for the team are Aaron Brooks, Virgil Parker, Mark Booth, and Tracey Sanders. 26 Varsity Basketball f J 41 vvxfmwkxggggfwzfwmgfm,-.,.J4vfMi 1 'X ,Q F5 5 , .Q 4 , f' , . J Q D f ' J . if . ,- gx 3 xr A Q' F! gifff if X ,., Q W- S ,,., ,Y ga f V L . 1 Q ,,.A , L, .. 'Q ww: s fi if ' W T11 'X K H1-t , f..'1-- mv - 4,135 ,:.,,g,5:v,,. 1 19. 11 CMJ? ' S- 'slam ., .wiif - vm... . -4 sw. ,, 'N wg fiqx ' Q sk 'N 'Qs' w Y ,xx RIGHT: lVlike Hill waits under the goal for an anticipated loose ball. CENTER RIGHT: Coach Colvin gathers his frustrated junior varsity team after a loss to Wossman. FAR RIGHT: lVlr. Fontana stands ready to serve his customers' every need, from dill pickles to gasoline. FONTANA'S GROCERY ser- vice and quality merchandise are easy to find at 101 LINCOLN ROAD, PHONE: 343-0106. BELOW RIGHT: Eddie Gayden shoots tvvo on the technical foul called against West lVlonroe. BELOW: The junior varsity players and coaches are, kneeling: Randy Hampton, Jeff Smith, Cecil Sharp, Lee Belton, Raymond Hansen ldroppedlg standing: Coach Bill Colvin, Rickey Wooley, Jimmy Dobbins, Kenneth Reppond, Tommy Lewis, lVlike Hill, John lVlaroney, Jimmy Jones and Coach David Armstrong, not pictured, Eddie Gayden. l -I 1 5 haha J Vs Rally for Eight Straight The junior varsity basketball team began the season with a crushing blow, but finished with a resounding victory. The rough-but-not-ready Lions met Wossman on the court for a disappointing 64-67 loss and feared a long season to come. After the first two losses, the Lions came back for eight straight victories in the Neville Tournament and against other high schools. The second half of the Lion season posted a losing trend, but showed an overall record of 14-11 in the 76-77 season after a proud 57-49 victory over Carroll. nl' N ,f TOP LEFT: Larry Ussery welcomes Scott Stone to first base during the Farmerville game. TOP RIGHT: Larry Ussery and Mickey Cleveland discuss the starting line-up for the Wossman game. RIGHT: Frank Elkins takes a mighty swing at a Neville pitch. FAR RlGHT: First Rovv: Randy Williams, Mark Taylor, Jerry Price, Gary Hollovvay, Scott Stone, Lynn Sullivan, Lane Travis. Second Rovv: Jimmy Scott, Ricky Povvell, Richard Minninger, Eddie Nugent, Jimmy Simmons. Third Rovv: Bryan Tucker, Mickey LaBeff, David Smith, Ricky Wooley, Mike Kennedy, Jay Russell. Fourth Row: Coach Mickey Cleveland, Joel Middleton, Jack Laird, Frank Elkins, Sam Powell, Mike Durham. Y! 1' Lions Play the Field When the Ouachita Lions play the field in baseball they really play the field. By winning a whole array of awards and victories, the team not only showed the ability to win but the capability of receiving the blow of defeat. Coming face to face with some of the stiffest competition in the surround- ing area, the Lions proved they had the strength to capture first place in the Twin Cities baseball tournament with Eddie Nugent walking away with the most valuable player award. Proving the Lions have what it takes to build a winning team, the Lions not only set records of their own but put kinks in the records of other schools. Neville Tigers, feeling the pride of being an undefeated team felt the sharp bite of the Lions when they were downed 1-O. Wossman High, feeling an even sharper bite, was lowered by the Lions for four consec- utive times. For the most part the Lions played with skills and pride showing game after game teams can't win by skills only, they have to be united as one. -X1 GMM l , I RIGHT: With money on the line, and extra pressure from Mark Booth and Arron Brooks looking on, Coach Colvin concentrates on his putt. FAR RIGHT: lVIark Booth drives the bail home from tee box number 5 at Selman golf course. LOWER RIGHT: Stephen Pratka judges the break on the green while Greg Evvbanks attempts to drain a 20 foot putt. BELOW: Stephen Pratka, DarreII Cartwright, Greg Evvbanks, IVIark Booth, Jackie Dupriest, and Coach Colvin make up the 1976-77 Lion Golf team. INot pictured: Blaine KeIIy.I ,- 'f ,A sqm ,.f,-fax. 32 Golf , G fers Are The Lion golf team started off on a bad leg in 76-77 when the number-one man, Blaine Kelly, broke his leg. I wasn't worried about it, said Kelly, l knew l'd get back into the swing. Blaine was the Honcho on the team, but lVlark Booth, Stephen Pratka, and Greg Ewbanks, the other varsity golfers, were also very important. One In a Whole l 've coached a lot of sports, said Coach Colvin, but never golf. lt's so different from all other sports. You're really alone, and there is no one else to help, or to blame. Ouachita golfers found that even though it was an individual sport, golf took a whole team effort to win. ic, -l,L l'l ,Yi- . l WW n L, - A .,...- ' ABOVE: Mark Blackvvelder sets the pace for the other runners to follow at the regional meet. TOP RIGHT: Field coach Paul Vondie- zelski and track coach Bobby Andrews go over the tactics used in the 220 relay for the district meet. RIGHT: The 1977 track team: Front Row: Frank Murphy, Michael Salmon, Gerald Svvihart, Jacob Hines, Tommy Mathieu. Middle Rovv: Raymond Hansen, Bill Ross, Mark Porch, Scott MeDonald, Bama LaSource, Lanny Spence. Back Row: Gary Taylor, Mark Blackvvelder, Adrian Frost, BooRay Franklin, Jimmy Jones, Buddy Eades, FAR RIGHT: Members of the Ouachita field team are left to right: Robbie Stevvart, Mike Singler, Randy Hampton, Lee Belton, Earl Hodgkins, Kelvin Hunphries, Terrell Brodnax, Parnell Roy, Edward Marshall, Terry McCart. 34 Track Win:afv.gatMY:1'f1mw..p.,a'z -- 1, 1. 5 k,5,tqg-wig-, 0:-ff.-W. ff . ., .. f .. . . ,. . , S T i 77 5 f ' if eire Q15 a I as T S .New.llesBe'.avS trrs . is T D',5TFl9? Track Meet T ,Track Meet 5th 5th 4th 4th 4th 4th 5th 5th Trackmen Pass On Winning Spirit In 1976, Ouachita's football team went to state, basketball team won tournaments, and baseball team won the Twin Cities Tournament. Ouachita's winning did not cease after midterm. The track team carried on the winning by sending their top runners and fieldman to the Regional meet. Mark Blackwelder, Bill Ross, and Terrell Brodnax, represented Ouachita at the Regional meet held at NLU. 1977 was the year for Mark Blackwelder. Mark was Ouachita's number one hurdle runner. He placed first in district, lost only one race during the regular season, and ran second in the Twin City Relays. Mark was honored at the Spring Sports Banquet by being named Outstanding track Man at Ouachita High School. Mark shared the track spotlight with Bill Ross, who won the Coaches Award for the hardest worker. Bill, who also ran the mile relay, won the district meet with his excellent 2.02 time in the 880 run. Sophomore Terrell Brodnax reprea sented Ouachita at the district meet in the shot put. Terrell placed second with a stretch of 47' 10M. Individuals like these kept high standards for Ouachita and its track program. Track 35 36 Advertisement K fel 'Aff' ,salma- iii E543 xx g i l i g , I 5 5 N.. Fashions Fill Sporting Lives of Students LEFT: Mark Blackwelder, Bill Travis and Jack Laird sport around with equipment at H. MICKEL SPORTS. Mickel's has every- thing you need-clothes, balls, bats or trophies-for any sport and they sell to everyone. Come by 109 CATALPA or call 322-0531. FAR LEFT: For the girl who's tall or hard to fit, SWANNER'S TALL FASHIONS offers all the latest styles in everything from pantsuits to evening dresses. Northeast Louisiana's only Tall Girl Shop, Swanner's aims to please their customers. Mrs. Swanner displays the newest thing in coordinating dress and scarf outfits. For your special clothing needs, visit Swanner's Tall Fashions, 702 WOOD STREET, WEST MONROE. Phone 322-5613. ABOVE FAR LEFT:Ashley Smith entersthe world of fine furniture and expensive taste through the office door of Selig Manufac- turers. Selig combines expert decorators and the finest materials to construct beautiful furniture. 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FAR LEFT: lVlrs. R. A. Murphy shows Beth Walton one of the many beauti- ful cacti at JEWEL'S CACTUS GARDEN. .lewel's, on ARKANSAS ROAD, WEST IVIONROE, has cacti, aloe, jade, and burro's tail to choose from. Picking the right cactus can be a sticky business. Let Jewel's Cactus Garden give you a hand. Come by or call 396-8699. CENTER LEFT: Sharon Grayson gets her hair dried in the blowcut style at BORDELON'S BARBER SHOP, 2306 SOUTH GRAND. BordeIon's will cut and style hair for men, women, and children. Call 323-7832 for an appointment. ABOVE: Each Ouachita student is different and JUS' JUNIORSICHECKIVIATE in WEST NION- ROE have different clothes for each. Located in the lVIclVlILLIAN IVIALL, Checkmate has the clothes that make you look good. With brand names like After Six and Buzzard, you can be sure that Checkmate will help you put the check on fashion. Jus' Juniors is for the girl who has an eye for stylish outfits, friendly service, and quality. 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Advertisement 39 R O J F F E R D E E O P O A S L A B N U D R F E R A E V S R N F C I H N O V R E C S L T U I B G U A R T G i E O S N S IVI E E S IVI 40 Division O C E O O N I C N E I R L N I E O D N Y S O A U E T E H R S G F N O T R N C G E T R B E T B L R E A E L S P H A T L O S P Y L C Division 41 FAR RIGHT: Members of the 1976-77 Anchor Club are: kneeling, Karen Draper, Peggy Trimble, Susan Ensminger, Pam Puckett, Kelli Simmons, Laura Causey, Davvn Hudson, Suzanne Hall, standing, Betsy Berry, Esther Elahi, Michele Walker, Paula Ensminger, Jana Jones, Melani Levvter, Sharon Ingram, Lillian lnzina, Renee Ripley, Allyson Rhymes, Debbie Hood, Marti Bordeng on stairs, Marie Easterling, Christy Everett, Mary Beth Fisher, Diana Biggs, Lynn Daniel, Sue Hanna, Debbie Turner, Bonnie Harrell, Lisa Sanders, Patti Trimble, Cindy Bennett, Kim Nevvton, Lori Campbell, Robin Bramble, and Kim Stites. RIGHT: Mr. Howell stands before the Glenn Gore prints presented in his honor by Anchor Club representatives Lillian lnzina, Betsy Berry, and Laura Causey. BELOW: Lanny Spence lkneelingl, Joel Middleton, Tommy Mathieu, Brian Johnson, and Clay Lee are '77 Anchor Club beaux. RIGHT: Mary Beth Fisher earns her dough by baking bread at the Big Star deli. Fresh breads and pastries add a little spice to the everyday low prices and friendly service extended to you, the customer. Two BIG STAR stores are ready to serve you at 8001 DESIARD and 32 OLD STERLINGTON ROAD. 42 Anchor Club Q., . -at-. twsmsnn I 1- Anchors Reward Beautiful People The girls in Anchor Club are very much aware of what's happening in the world, said lVlrs. Tollett, Anchor Club sponsor. Perhaps that is the reason over SOM of the membership is active in some other area of social, religious, or civic life. At any rate, this people consciousness was responsible, in part, for breaking down many social barriers, and making the year 1976-77 one of spirit and unity. As well as supplying zest, leadership, and other intangibles, the 1977 Anchor Club also provided a touch of culture to Ouachita's whole environment. ln a gesture of gratitude to departing principal, S. T. Howell, the club voted to place a work of art in the school. After discussing a wide range of possible gifts, the Anchor Club decided upon the work of wildlife artist Glenn Gore as a suitable donation. Four of his scratchboard prints were chosen and ordered. Now there remained the question, l-low to raise the money needed? Never at a loss for ideas, the minds of the Anchor Club mem- bers were flooded with inspiration. lt sounded like the Academy Awards with such names as Queen Kong and Foxy Farrah. But it looked more like Beauty and the Beast as almost forty contestants strolled onto the stage to begin the Anchor Club Boys Beauty Pageant. The whole school had a part as each first period class responded to an invitation to enter a beauty. Teachers and stu- dents roared their approval of every effort to transform a high school guy into a femme fatale. lt seems as if organizations are always after money,' said Brenda Andrews. At least the Anchor Club leaves the 'fun' in fund raising. Anchor Club 43 Best All Around Students Chosen for Honor Society Excellence is an elusive quality, said Honor Society president, Jana Jones. lt is ability striving for perfection. With those words, she began the spring induction ceremony. Seventy students had qualified with a GPA of 3.3 or higher. Less than half of them, however, had been described by teachers as having the necessary qualities to become members of the National Honor Society. The thirty juniors in their Sunday best were an accurate portrayal of Ouachita's best. They had passed through the tangled web of quality selection, yet most had little idea what was expected of them. Contrary to popular belief, Ouachita's branch of the National Honor Society TOP RIGHT: Peggy Trimble and Pam Puckett receive sweetheart carnations from their secret admirers. RIGHT: 1976-77 Honor Society: FIRST ROW: Peggy Trimble, Drew Haynes, Mrs. Steen lsponsorl, Melanie Lewter, Jimmy Harrison, Jana Jones, Kevin Steen, Larry Haynes, Mark Meece, Jeff Kern, Robert McCaa, Wendell Bostelmann, Bill Ross. RISING ON STAIRS: Pam Puckett, Kim Stites, Vicki Kilpatrick, Laura Causey, Lisa Sanders, Renee Alexander, Robin Bramble, Cheryl Brown, Cindy Richardson, Kathy Pohl, Rene Nerren, Sarah Lucas, Theresa Moore, Susan Glenn, Michele Walker, Phyllis Brown, Peggy Hogan, Naomi Watson, Sharon Gilds, Billie Falgout. is not composed of intellectual snobs. Its members are hard workers who know that senfice to the community is a vital part of good citizenship. They acted on this belief by contributing time and energy to the March of Dimes' fund- raising drive. Closer to home, Honor Society members sold Valentine carnations for classmates: and sponsored a faculty tea to show their gratitude to Ouachita educators. This legacy of active concern was passed from the Honor Society mem- bers of '77 to the 1978 inductees during the hour-long ceremony. After- wards, members old and new left the big study hall with Jana's closing remark ringing in their ears. l challenge you to be excellent. :bb , . UD A-J' E! xi Y- Teens Lend A Helping Hand We will be going to the Veteran's Hospital on September 14. You vvho are interested write your name on the list, said Lynn Daniel at a weekly Y-teens meeting. The Young Women's Christian Organization was active in many humanitarian services this year. Offering both time and effort the Veterans' Hospital in Alexandria. The annual distribution of coloring books and crayons were sent to the G. B. Cooley School in West Monroe. Y-teens suffered a drastic drop in membership but was still able to maintain its activeness. Lillian lnzina said, I enjoy being able to help people, and through Y-teens, l get a chance to do that. TOP LEFT: Y-teen beaux are Greg Walker, Lynn Sullivan,Terry McCart, Joel Middleton, and Clay Lee. Members of Y-teens are, seated, Beth Walley, Sara Shepard, Lisa Sanders, Cheryl Renfrovv, and Karen Draper. Those standing are Lillian lnzina, Lynn Daniel, Billie Falgout, Becky Barron, Angie Beach, Cindy Fisher, Sandy De LaSalle, Kelli Simmons, and Mary Ann Jeter. LEFT: Offi- cers of Y-teens are Lillian lnzina, Vice Presi- dent, Lynn Daniel, Presidentgand Mary Ann Jeter, Secretary-Treasurer. Y-teens 45 C YCP Proceeds to Show Interest An Easter egg hunt and a Christmas party added fun and excitement to the lives of children at the Stuart Bacon Pre-school Center of United Cerebral Palsy. The parties were given by the Ouachita chapter of Concerned Youth for Cerebral Palsy. throughout the year to raise 32,500 for the United Cerebral Palsy Telethon, the proceeds of which go to research and the Stuart Bacon Center. Working with the children at the center highlighted my year in CYCP, declared Debbie Ward. Ouachita's chapter sold candy ,ff xg, ABOVE:-Mrs. Wroten sells nickel candy to thon. TOP: CYCP president Angie Beacl Lee Ann Hall, Mary Harrell, and Paul Jeter goes over a list of telethon donations during to raise money for the Cerebral Palsy Tele- a Nlarch meeting. 46 CYCP LEFT: Steve Huey,lVlOB president, seriously considers the final details of the upcoming Christmas dance. BELOW: Members of the 76-77 IVIOB are left to right: ifirst rovvl Tommy Easterling, Billy Smith, Diana Biggs, Lynn Daniel, Becky Barron, isecond rowl lVlelba Hankins, Debbie lVlcRae, Sue Joiner, Kay lVlcGuffee, Cathy Clark, Annette Brownell, Sheila Bryson, Jan Hidenriech, Connie Hyde, Steve Huey, Lillian lnzina, Nannette Sheppard, Terri Egloff, Linda lVlooreg Ctop rowl lVlark Reynolds, Chris Greer, David Reynolds, Craig Bryant, Larry Turner, Billy Stover. m 'vavPA ' BELOW: The girls singing soprano in the OPHS Singers are, sitting, Lea Ann Harper, Konni Sanderson, Toni Scalia, Barbara Self, standing, Donna Green, Bonnie Turnbovv, Robin Bramble, Lisa Sanders, Lisa Tindall, Susan Musick, Sheryl Turnbow, Cindy Fisher, April Martin, Cheryl Headly, and Carol Lovvery. RIGHT: The tenors are, front rovv, Jamey Keith, Ricky Wooley, John Hobbs, Steve lVlurphy, back rovv, Brad Wilson, Craig Bryant, Johnny Bailey, Jay Debnam, Steve Huey. FAR RIGHT: lVlr. Jerry Roberts motions the girl's chorus to soften the tone at the end of Let lVle Grow Lovely Growing Old. The Right Key Opens Musicis Door i Sing your own special song Roberts demands a more skillful could have been the OPHS Singers' execution of the pieces than in the T motto for 1976-77 as sixty teenagers past. Since this was his second blended their personalities into a year, he wasn't so apprehensive, gharmony of cooperation. The choir, remarked Buddy Plunkett. He had heard us sing and knew what to expect. on the whole, is a stable group. Approximately SOWJ of those enrolled participate the next year. The feeling that we're all working for the same goal is why l took choir again, explained Sara Powell. l just like to sing, said Bonnie Turnbow. An appreciation of good music, coupled with a desire to sharpen per- formance skills, is what leads most choral music students into this note- worthy calling. Third-year student Wendell Bostelmann commented, Some people take vocal music for an electivep but in my case, it's re- choired. The music the choir has performed this year isn't any more difficult than before, but an exacting Jerry l BELOW: Need a prescription filled? Let Mr. Olinde or any of the pharmaceutical staff at LOVER'S LANE PHARMACY, 2410 SOUTH GRAND help you. Larry Olinde helps his father part time, but full time ser- vice is what you'll get from Lover's Lane. For delivery, call 3968799. Choir 49 Singers Work For Skills And Expenses Singing is something everyone cannot do vvell. Those vvho can sing and enjoy doing it are the people vvho make-up the Ouachita Choirs. The main choir is made of three different groups, Girls Chorus, lVlen's Chorus, and Mixed Ensemble. All of these combine to form the Ouachita Singers, open to Juniors and Seniors only. Sophomores are not left out. Chorale is their training ground for the Ouachita Singers. To be able to sing, choir members had to work beyond class time to pay expenses. They sponsored a car wash, and had tvvo candy sales. The money was used to buy a new stereo system and to pay for the trips to State Festival in Hammond and New Orleans. Students who led the activities were President, Susan Musick, Vice President, Gregg Walker, Treasurer, Robin Bramble, Secretary, Lisa Tendle, and Librarians, Donna Green, and Cherly Headly. TOP RIGHT: Altos supply harmony at the Spring Concert. TOP: lVlr. Roberts gives last minute instructions concerning their approaching concert. RIGHT: Voices blend to perfection as the Ouachita Singers prepare for an upcoming Choir Festival. Want to take out something hot and spicy? Try LOU CRAlG'S. They're famous for hearty bar-b-que, delicious hamburgers, fresh catfish, and mouthwatering po- boys. B Q lag? Whatever you choose, it's sure to be and orders to go are no problem. little spice in your life at RUTH'S CRAIGS, 1116 JACKSON STREET. good, Put a LOU ATFISH P0609 HAMBU GERSE I 1 - ' A W' M, 1 U-M Me ' Students Band Together Nothing is greater than the svveet sound of success, and Ouachita band students knovv from experience hovv true this is. lt takes years of careful training to make a Ouachita band member. lVIany people start learning to play an instrument as early as the sixth grade. Not all of these, hovvever, have the perseverance and drive necessary to make it to the Ouachita band. ABOVE: Bill Savage, Drum Major for the Ouachita Band, cuts a striking figure in his uniform. ABOVE RIGHT: The Ouachita band members chosen for the 76-77 All- State Band vvere from left to right: Bill Savage, Angela Carroll, Linda Layburn, Jackie Burgin, and Cheryl Hill. 52 Band Everyone involved in band has the stamina needed to make music vvorks of perfection. They are, in effect, the cream of the crop. Working together all band members create music for their own enjoyment and for the expansion of Ouachita's name in music circles. Elf, 9 4 ,: 1:6 ABOVE LEFT: Band Officers. Top Row, Bill Savage, Drurn lVlajorg Julie Giroux, Sophomore Representativeg Jackie Burgin, Senior Representative, Front Row, Cindy Culpepper, Librarian, Stewart Robinette, President, Cheryl HiIl,Junior Representative. LEFT: Brass Section. First Row, Jimmy Burgin, Curt Kennedy, Harold Roberts, Jason Aston. Second Row, Dale Berry, Tommy Easterling, Charles Richards, David Hendrix, Eddie Kicker, Keith Thrash, Ricky Duncan, David Cole, Cecil Sharp, Jay Frost, Steve Price, Barry Johnson. Third Row, Gail Caldwell, Eddie Tayler, Randy lVlcKoin, Terry Godwin, Stewart Robinette, Eddie lVlc Gough, Dennis Renfroe, Jackie Burgin, Julie Giroux, Mike Williams, Cindy Cul- pepper, Leslie Weedman, Clifton lVloore, Don Fox. Band 53 BELOVV: Mike Valladao gets in tune with one of the high quality guitars at ZEAG- LER'S MUSIC SHOP. Everything musical to create beautiful sounds is at Zeagler's, 1830 TOWER DRIVE. For sheet music, lessons, and instruments, Contact 322-2621. 54 Band at TOP: Rushing through the rain, band members load up for their trip to Troy. ABOVE: Members of the lovv woodwind section are, front rovv, Mick Lane, Kevin Baer, second row, Bruce Redden, Eddie Murphy, Angela Carroll, Sherra Greerg third row, Gay Carter, James VVare, Stewart Forvvood, Patti Randolg fourth rovv, Ricky Woodham, Ronnie Lynd, Marti Fisher, and Billy Sanson. TOP: The '76-77 Ouachita Band Flag Corps members are Debra Aston, Brenda Thomp- son, Luci Lipscomb, Kathryn Heyvvard, Anne Braddock, lVlarion Harris, Cheryl Hill, and Patti Flandol. ABOVE: Those playing clarinet or flute are, front rovv, Kathryn Heyvvard, Mike Valladao, Bill Savage, Cheryl Band Students Are O f-Beat Band freakl This is the term given to Ouachita band students by those not familiar with the routines and idiosyncrasies of the band. Band members are often looked upon with a sense of avve, or at least bevvilderment. Even when vvalking dovvn the halls, or working in the library, Ouachita band students are easily recognizable. They exude an aura of accomplish- ment that comes from being in one of the best high school bands in the state. Practically each individual in Ouachita's band loves music and devotes a great deal of time to making music in the band. This devotion, while making Ouachita's band topnotch, denotes band members, and sets them apart from other Ouachita students. l-lillg second rovv, Diane VonBehren, Cheree' Toney, Melissa Sayer, Angie Vllaltersp third rovv, Jennifer Vllitt, Sharon Gardner, Brenda Thompson, Linda Smith, fourth rovv, l.aVonna Gilreath, Anne Braddock, Linda Layburn, and Luci Lipscomb. Band 55 RIGHT: Mr. Halbrook stands back to watch his Christmas card be positioned. The cards, created in first period, were one of the new changes in student activities devised by the student government. FAR RIGHT: Becky Attaway tabulates votes while fellow sopho- more senator, Paula Ensminger, explains voting procedures to Jimmy Dunn. TOP FAR RIGHT: Student government members point out the need to Name That Lion. ABOVE: Executive council members and class senators pose with Cheepa ll, Ouachita's newly named mascot. Left to right are Paula Ensminger, Lanny Spence, Kim Stites, Larry Johnson, Barry Lee, Dawn Hudson, Laura Causey, Sharon Ingram, Bill Travis, Becky Attaway, Adrian Frost, Chrystel Sharp, Drew Haynes, Mark Blackwelder, Susan Ensminger, and Clay Lee. 56 Student Government RIGHT: Assistant manager Michael Atkinson and manager Randy Greene are two of the friendly and experienced personnel at MONROE RENT-ALLS, waiting to provide rental accessories from punch bowls for a wedding to pipe fitting machinery for that leaky sewer line. If buying is out of question but the need is present, come 615 STERLINGTON ROAD, or call Michael or Randy at 387-4444 for the finest in rental material. Fresh Ideas Ignite Student Government Student government used fresh ideas and personnel to ignite an overwhelming surge of spirit and creativeness during their administration in 76-77. Under the supervision of first-year sponsor, lVlr. Warren Landrum, a new approach was taken on traditional student activities and programs. Our plan was to design our activities to fit their original purposes, explained lVlr. Landrum, even if it meant doing the unusual. Extraordinary ideas were observed in every aspect of student involvement, especially during Thanksgiving and Christmas assemblies. A more serious tone was demonstrated by the school towards these programs than in recent years. At the end ofthe Thanksgiving assembly, every person at Ouachita was circled on the gym floor in a prayerful and thankful attitude. For Christmas, Lions shared their spirit with the entire community by displaying giant size Yule cards each first period class had built. Gathering absentee cards, making morning announcements, and planning activities were ordinary daily chores for student representatives, but even in these, uniqueness and creativity existed. We tried to get the whole school involved together, remarked student body president, Drew Haynes. Student Government 57 ABOVE: Varsity cheerleaders Patty Trimble, Connie lVIcCain, Julie Grafton, Pam Puckett, Peggy Trirnble, Susan Ensminger, Beth VValley, and Karen Draper are always on the top of things. RIGHT: Karen Draper finds leading Ouachita students is one yell of a job. 58 Cheerleaders Cheerleaders Spring Into Action April 1976 brought not only spring and rain but also the Ouachita cheerleader elections. Rains were still wet as ever, and spring was just as beautiful as last year, but cheerleader elections had a few changes. In the past, girls were elected by the student body. In 1976 the girls were selected by a panel of judges. The panel consisted of four faculty members and two special guests. Another change in the elections was the membership of two squads. There have always been two squads at Ouachita, but the 1976477 varsity cheerleaders were all seniors and the junior varsity consisted ofjuniors. Though there were changes in the selection of cheerleaders, the winners all worked together for one reason, To back the Lion pack! TOP LEFT: The Junior Varsity cheerleaders keep things jumping at the Homecoming pep rally. BOTTOM LEFT: Junior Varsity cheer- leaders Allison Rhymes, Kelli Simmons, Alise Pressley, Debra lVlcBroom, Cheryl Flenfrow, Lydia Viola, Sandy DeLaSalle, and Susie Knight plan their pyramids as skillfully as they do their cheers. Cheerleaders 59 lVlr. Harry Hillman, ovvner, leaves Ouachita office lVlachines, home of fine service. OUACHITA OFFICE MACHINES located at 806 NORTH 8th serves the 5th District's office machine needs. Call 387-1077. If you have any questions, Ouachita Office lVlachines has the ansvvers. ' - n 1' s,is,e -, ,- ,LJ .. 5. I .... ,. 5. . Q 5 l E.- z Q ? a. I l . ,, .. , if E S. Cheerleaders Serve As Dual Leaders Leading cheers was the job of all cheerleader squads, but Ouachita cheerleaders did more than this. Not only did the squads serve as leaders on the field but also in the school. Practicing took up most of the girls time but some took time out to study. Six members of the squads participated in high honor clubs. These girls were Karen Draper, Susan Ensminger, Allison Rhymes, Kelli Simmons, Peggy Trimble and Patty Trimble. lVlany people think that cheerleaders only lead cheers. But the Ouachita squad proved them wrong, they were more than just cheerleaders. TOP RIGHT: J. V. cheerleaders Debra lVlcBroom, Alise Pressley, Susie Knight and Sandy DeLaSalle build up the Lion spirit at the homecoming pep rally. RIGHT: Varsity cheerleaders Karen Draper, Patty Trimble, and Pam Puckett boogie dovvn at the Neville pep rally. 60 Cheerleaders 'zz-Qggjzk, . 'Lag A , V fad' Dandy-Lions Strut Their Stuff l am proud to present to you tonight settle just for being the largest, the 1976-77 Dandy-Lions, an- we tried to be the best, declared nounced L. J. Fontenot. Bonnie Harrell. The Ouachita Dandy-Lions pranced When lwent out for Dandy-Lions, l onto the field in four single-file lines, didn't go out just for dance and the music began, and the Ouachita drill, said Barbara Byrd. I went Dandy-Lions strutted their stuff. out for Ouachita. The drill team was the largest in Louisiana, an accomplishment in itself. But the Dandy-Lions didn't LEFT: The familiar Tovvn and Country Apartments sign represents the spacious apartments, tournament tennis courts, large swimming pool, and convenient vvashateria located at 32 OLD STERLINGTON ROAD. If you are tired ofthe high costs of ovvning your ovvn home, check with TOWN AND COUNTRY APARTMENTS at 343-5944 for leasing information. A A il .i if . captain Lisa Sanders FIRST ROW Candy Spears Susan Arender Laura Walker Wanda Sandidge Debbie Hord Mario Webb Sonia Helden- reich, Kelly Price, Debbie Moore, Kim Hudson, Barbara Byrd, Terri Williams, Terri Hale, Sharon Ingram, Karen Edvvards, Kim Nevvton, Joni iMarionneaux, Paula Ensminger, Toni Stevens, Vicky Hutzell, Becky Attavvay, Terri Tovvery, Kimpa Knox, Nani Dye, Sondra West, Marilyn McDuff, Marti Borden. SECOND ROW: Pam Childress, Rhonda Smith, Robin Draper, Bonnie Harrell, Kim Stites, Kristy Kolb, Lesa Lee, Cindy Nelson, Lori Campbell, Chrystel Sharp, Laura Causey, Sara Sheppard, Maureen Nelson, Emily Bramble, Susan Clark, Margaret White, Karen Duke, Brenda Andrews, Cindy Turner, Liese Adams, Maxine Laird, Kathy Nichols, Cindy Fisher, Kelly Sanders. ,The 1976-77 Dandy-Lions-FRONT: Senior co-captain, Jana Jones, Senior co-captain, Debbie Turner, Junior co-captain, Beth Templeton, Dandy-Lions 61 ABOVE: lVlax and Emily Brodnax, owners of Emily's Pharmacy are ready to fill your drug needs. Whether it's a minor cold or the flu Emily's Pharmacy has what you need to get you back on your feet again. Call or drop by ENlILY'S PHARMACY on LINCOLN ROAD, 343-3443. . Bmw L . M- arms... Sm. If ff M' .t.- fur 'K 4 ww wr, 'A' '. Y-Q.. in ZX'-L' 'x TOP: Lisa Sanders leads the Dandy-Lions into a whole new year. TOP RIGHT: With bellowing voices and outstretched arms the Dandy-Lions give their best to out yell the students. ABOVE: The Dandy-Lions do the hustle at the Neville-Ouachita game. RIGHT: The Dandy-Lions wait in sweltering heat for the students to arrive at the DeRidder pep rally. iffiisigfmg-? xQvw N J RA: 4 fy , X l ei Y.- . . ,Wm-,, W :' 72 Q Am. sl' Mir' 637 'L fr1'41-1. Dancing Queens Rule at Halftime Swing those hips! Point your toes! Preparing a half-time show was a full-time job for the 1976-77 Dandy-Lions. The girls practiced sixth period and after school learning new dances and trying for perfection. Dancing wasn't the only thing the Dandy-Lions did. They entertained the football team with lemonade, cake, and watermelon parties. Though the girls didn't have much time to themselves, their work was regarded in many different ways. They earned a credit toward high school graduation and experienced the joy of entertaining. The Lion fans rewarded the girls with standing ovations throughout football season. Emily Bramble said, I try my best to get the dance down, and those few moments on the field make it all worth while. Dandy Lions 63 'Q D NI U L X S A N O S T L A A K V T E E R R N L E G A R N U D S S E H C I L R A L A E T Y O A C N S E R O I R N E E T V N E A V F O 64 Division Q I L O I N G S H G A S FI O A V E T H O D G S C O T I O T E T O U T E R H A K A N I D T T H K I A H S O W N O A I A R W Y L I L Division 65 Students Spend Time Making Jam KNOE-AIVI, FlVl, and KREB were favorites of Ouachita students. The stations were as individual as the Lionsjukin' to them. The age of disco music rolled in this year as students jammed down to such hits as Get the Funk Out of lVIy Face, Turn the Beat Around and Rubber Band lVlan. New forms ol the Hustle and the Bump orig- inated as students perfected them. Although rock played the biggest part in music favorites, many students 66 Music preferred the country sound. Many country songs spoke of a Broken Lady and had students crying, 9,999,999 Tears. Festivals starring Willie Nelson, Waylon Jennings and Linda Ronstadt found their way to local fair grounds. Each day as Lido Shuffle and Can't Get It Right climbed the charts, parents climbed the walls while their Ouachita sons and daughters filled their homes with the never-ending jam. LEFT: A. Nl. Halbrook turns on to the quad- rophonic sound of the LSU fight song. FAR LEFT: Billie Falgout browses through the top 20 albums in search ofthe Comrnodore's newest release, Hot on the Track. BELOW FAR LEFT: Brett Ripley applies his talent to the latest model of a Kimball organ. ABOVE: Libby, the on-line, anytime teller, is at OUACHITA NATIONAL BANK 24 hours-a-day to help Lillian lnzina, and other customers, with banking needs. Libby pro- vides the most convenient service in every- thing from depositing money to making with- drawals. Libby is on duty at the following locations: UNIVERSITY BRANCH, 3220 LOUISVILLE, 130 DE SIARD, 700 N. 4th, 301 Nlc MILLAN RD., 603 JACKSON and NORTH 18th. Music 67 Different Students Make Ouachita Whole The whole idea of the 1977 Roarer is to feature everything and everyone who did it. Organized activities such as football and band have always been covered, but individuals are also a part of Ouachita. To give these people recognition the Fioarer staff held a poetry contest. Many works were submitted, but six were chosen the finest. These are a few of the people and talents that have made Ouachita a Whole New Idea. ateefaam contained within 'till bursting aloud like flowers in the spring a secret lying, waiting like a fawn in the brush a whisper fading in and fading out like stars in the night alive within me skimming through the air like antelope at play surrounding my mind running silent like wolves over snow 'AA . cf :Yang-.tgi ,par . r ' saab x . . W L-.ali S ff ' S . 1 . 7' -ZW 'Q ,, Q' 108 ,, If ' Soto Om. fnadcioei Someone once asked me, Why do you write poetry? And I thought, What a pity that this person can't hear the lyrics because And so I told him I do not know. the music is too loud. What About Today Tomorrow is a new day. So all the poets say! But what about today? IVlust I endure the tortures of today and wait for the pain to leave me tomorrow? What about today, poets? What about today? 68 Feature f ' ,EJ 'th 4. 3 AAA. .ii Help me to see the beauty of a crooked tree . . . That everything can't be straight and clean And that's the way it was meant to be. Help me to look over the faults and see the best. .. I Z Nature is perfect And can put a mind at rest. What hurts if the tree is a little leaning? ' ' It is still a work of art . .. Full of beauty, full of meaning. ifei ss DMA LA pr2Amle- -.srvd IM aww L01- Tomorrow's Dream Tomorrow is but a dreamp A dream of life, but not a lifetime of dreams. A dream is a thought of tomorrow's life. A dream is not a lifetime of tomorrow, for soon Tomorrow's Dream will be Today's life. Stillness Sinking lower into another world Where fears are greatly intensified By the slightest movement of body or soul By stillness only is my mind gratified lVly eyes ache with their constant heaviness Caused I know by my great sorrows Of knowing and yet not really knowing What will come in the following morrows. My burdened head rest in the palm of my hand While diligently I carry on my grueling task Of sorting out the puzzles and unsolved riddles That make my life what it now is-a mask On I go through narrow tunnels Black and hollow and evil-filled Only to find at the end of each lVly own empty hearty coldly-chilled. Feature 69 Names, Old and New, Make The world in 1976-77 was troubled with disasters. The future of 270 million Chinese was left undetermined when the ruler of China, lVIao Tse Tung, died Septem- ber 9, 1976. He had ruled China for 27 years and served as chairman of the Communist Party. Another death received national coverage in the U. S. The execution of Gary Gilmore reopened the door to capital punishment after 10 years. A Southern Democrat, Jimmy Carter 70 Current Events 176-'77 Headlines defeated incumbent Gerald Ford in the 1976 Presidential election. Carter's plan for the nation included a peoples administration and an end to big government. On January 20, as his last official act before leaving office, President Ford pardoned Iva Toguri d' Aquin, formerly known as Tokyo Rose. She had her citizenship suspended when she was convicted of treason for giving false information to Americans in the Pacific during World War ll. .,, , ,N af. A AE .semi - 0' , WY-23.-w W' J.. Us sae, f '4 1 if r A ' .i j 3 21.-'ff l l ' '. V A141 . , Q , 1 ,V 2:3 M f .. --rr-A, at rm, 1 f , f T w arg eggs ' ' W fbi... f 'X ,tai 5 Tigll' T51 LEFT: The death of lVlao Tse Tung, leader of Red China for 27 years, left the country in political turmoil. FAR LEFT: Iva Toguri d' Aquin, Tokyo Rose, denied bitterness for conviction of treason and suspension of her citizenship after her pardon by Presi- dent Ford. ABOVE LEFT: Gary Gilmore demanded the death sentence over objections of his family and lawyers, and became the first death by execution in 10 years. ABOVE: Jimmy Carter, a newcomer to national poli- tics, narrowly defeated Gerald Ford in the 1976 Presidential election. World Events Shake Up The News The winter of 1976 was one that the whole U. S. will remember. It was one of the coldest in 200 years. The eastern portion had snow and low temperatures that dipped lower than living generations had seen. While the East was covered in snow, the West didn't have enough to support the skiing industry and later suffered an extensive drought. In the Twin Cities, area schools were closed due to the shortage of natural gas during the harsh cold. Ouachita students were out for only three days while some of the other high schools closed for longer periods. Shut downs for some businesses were also necessary to conserve gas. ln case of flood, lVlonroe is protected by the first sidewalk-seawall in the country. It was completed in '77 on South Grand Street along the Ouachita River. lVlost of the time the seawall will be used as a sidewalk behind the viewing platform but, with the threat of high water, will be raised to senle as a protective levee. 72 Current Events As the U. S. tried to recover from the disastrous weather, Europe had a major earthquake which killed thousands of people. The earthquake extended from lVloscow, Russia to Rome, Italy. Another great loss of life was the result of the worst collision in aviation history. On lVlarch 27, a Pan American 747 exploded after it collided with a KLIVI Royal Dutch Airways jet in the Canary Islands, killing 577. Sixty-nine persons miraculously sunfived the disaster. The mini-series Roots, based on the best-selling novel by Alex Haley, brought 75 million people to their television sets each ofthe eight nights it was on. Roots depicted a black man's search for his African ancestors, their movement to the U. S. as slaves, and the lives they led until the Civil War era. Strong racial tones of the show brought out deep feelings of viewers throughout the U. S., even causing rioting in some Southern locations. I ,V LEFT: A resident of Buffalo, New York, walks through his snow-covered yard as he battles the harsh coldness of the 1977 winter. TOP LEFT: Author of Roots, Alex Haley, is seated center with Gambian cousins from his ancestral village, Juffree, Africa. TOP RLGHT: A lone seat is all that remains of two 747 jets following a ground collision killing 577 in the Canary lslands. ABOVE: Night time lights blaze wastefully in New York City office buildings despite the increasingly severe energy shortage. ABOVE RIGHT: Angie Walters takes great care in preparing pizza at JOHNNY'S PIZZA NO. 4. Johnny's, at 50 OLD STERLING- TON ROAD, can cover any appetite with their wide variety of pizzas, rnuffalettas, and spaghetti. Best of all, with a call to 343-2992, Johnny's will whisk your order to your door. When your stomach says Pizza, let Johnny's Pizza handle the message. ... ,,.,..,,.,.......,,, Current Events 73 Students Manage Labor ln 1976-77, well over one-third of Ouachita's student body held steady jobs, although few labored merely for enjoyment or prestige. Like Rusty Benton and Adrian Frost, most found themselves working solely for money that was quickly absorbed. Linda Snock's earnings went toward car payments, while Jo Ann Stanley saved for college. Others' funds were depleted by personal expenses like clothes and entertainment. 74 Jobs Ouachita students displayed diverse interests in theirjob hunting. A number of them toiled in fast-food restaurants and pizza parlors. Some preferred sales clerking to secretarial work or pumping gas. In their search for the elusive dollar, however, students discovered unexpected benefits. From the working world, they learned responsibility, punctuality, and cooperation. These assets shed a whole new light on living. ' 521:74-, 2. 'Y' ' '5 A' Q8 Ji WW , ,ska 'Q' 2. 'S A 8 ,.,,B-.4, ,guy w.e....., .. Q Y 1 - w,,..q.,:.-f f 4 and ABOVE: Terry lVlcCart loads groceries with speed and accuracy gained from his years as a Ouachita football player. TOP: Watching for customers is a constant job for Suzi Timmons. Even while folding clothes, she keeps a close eye on her area. LEFT: A custorner's request for only the donut hole cracks up Emily Bramble. ABOVE FAR LEFT: John Baldwin looks through his menu, trying to decide between the many scrumptious dishes offered at SAMBO'S RESTAURANT. Located at 3224 LOUIS- VILLE AVE., Sambo's is open 24 hours a day for your convenience. Come by or call 322-4233. Jobs 75 'Q , - .A V Nly hobby? lVly hobby is an escape, it's an escape into myself. I can express me anyway I want, and I really enjoy that, said sophomore Hobbies Are Full of Feeling achieved the same effect by writing poetry. Some found outlets in water skiing, dancing, pool, or just watching T. V. Susan Braddock. Hobbies at Ouachita were more than just a way to kill feelings. Rex Dillingham, a gun freak, said l just go to the rifle range, take out my pistol, and blast all my frustrations away. Drawing and painting was Mary Singler's way of freeing her mind, and Toni Stevens 76 Hobbies Some hobbies demanded more of the individual than just spare time. Sharon Antley said, l've spent years learning to fence, and it was worth it. But no matter what Ouachita people did, whatever it was, sleeping or sky diving, all had some kind of hobby. time. They were outlets for LEFT: After three years of practice Sharon Antley perfects her en garde. 31,4- i i l 5 X , Mi Xl' EW! 1 7 - W AZ :Z I . b Q X 24 . ,-'ffirvw-we ,swf T pref: : if 1 . .tiftivf .- H -Mill! F Xi' 1 Rfk--2' f I it LEFT: Bret Ripley thinks of new moves, different shots and all that jazz before stepping onto the court for his recreation basketball game. CENTER: lVlrs. Carol LaBIanc takes great care in making sure the vvhole plant is being vvatered. f' R ,A4 A . l .wgdv V! ,f-,:- 'X '- -f 1 A5 ABOVE: Jody Pettit and Renee lVlcKoin visit CARTER'S CAMPING CENTER on CHENIERE ROAD in WEST MONROE to inspect their selection of campers and motor homes. Carter's has numerous models avail- able, plus they will repair and service your purchase. Come by or call them at 396-2225. Hobbms 77 Outdoor Life Is Always a Bang Hunting and fishing were year-round activities at Ouachita, as pastimes and competitive sports. Hunting tales of record duck bags and fishing stories of what hot lures used to win a bass tournament were everywhere. Enjoyment occasionally led to special rewards. After difficulty with his 1 . 49 caller, Coach Colvin won the Ouachita Wildlife Duck Calling award. But awards were not the real rewards of outdoor life. The enjoyment of forest scenery, the solitude of a quiet lake, and the companionship of fellow outdoorsmen were pleasures that all sportsmen enjoyed. g 78 Hunting and Fishing ABOVE: Preparing for tomorrow's early morning hunt, Johnny Johnson and Mark Meece load their Jeep. RIGHT: With the buSIlS of Lion football season over, Pat Murphy has many lazy days for fishing. TOP RIGHT: Tim Hudson watches closely for any sign of movement while stalking a 'coon. BOTTOM RIGHT: Mike Hargon switches baits hoping that it will land the big one. K N 1 F J S A C VII I O T R L S I K C I E S P W I-I B R S R T E E C O P E H I L IVI I L S I N K E B R V N I O K VV I Y N VV G E S S A IVI H T E L 80 Division 1 1 1 w 1 S V U P L D W A S L R R H Y U IVI E P N L A E N IVI O R N S S O O G E R D A P D G Y O L E Y A N H N S H W A I R T E C H H P O R E I Division 81 Becky Attaway is one sophomore who doesn't think anything of bossing a junior or senior. 82 Sophornores Bruce Adams Liese Adams Lori Adams Ruby Aeschlimann Angie Allen Lisa Allen Tracey Ardito Susan Arender Kevin Arnold Bob Aronson Darlene Ates Penny Ates Becky Attavvay Lori Ann Baham John Baldwin Marion Banks David Barnes Dale Barry Pete Battaglia Lee Belton ,f sr K r . K+. ii Q l ex P r a,4i?'Sl -at Mike Blackson Lisa Blackwelder Daniel Booth Kathy Booth Marti Borden Dee Bowen Susan Braddock Morgan Breard Tom Brick Carolyn Brinson Mona Brinson Terrell Brodnax Thelma Brooks Doris Brown Ivory Brown Jeff Brown Mike Brown Chris Bryant Michael Bryant Jimmy Burgin Lisa Butler Barbara Byrd Gail Caldwell Betsy Cameron Angela Carroll Mickel Carter Tommy Causey Cathy Clark Susan Clark Karen Cobb Troy Collins Brenda Colquette Steve Cook Andy Coon Ronald Corley Danny Corrent Russel Correro Terry Couch Melissa Covington Betty Jane Cox Beverly Crain Karen Crim Bobby Crump Tony Culver Sophomores 83 Sophomores Combat High School Daze When the sophomores entered Ouachita Parish High School, many of them were hopelessly lost in the shuffle. They frantically tried to comprehend unfamiliar vvords such as Room 105, Canteen, and Resource Room. Sophomores roamed Ouachita halls pausing briefly to look at room numbers and to ask for directions. They continuously tried to remember where what was and hovv to get there. While some sophomores adjusted easily, others lost their nerve and panicked. As senior Johnny Thompson recalled, I vvas walking dovvn the hall when one sophomore grabbed me and screamed desperately, Where's my class? Cheryll Cumbee . Curtis Cumbee - Trudy Cumpton V L Lee Curry .. lVlark Dallilo 1 Robert Daniel Terri Darnell in -+- ' Connie Davis James Davis Johnny Davis Linda Davis Sheila Davis , -- Susie Davis LL ,,,-' T John Davvsey ' E 2 Linda Davvsey Diane Day Marty Day Joy Dillingham Dru Dollar Larry Dolson Melinda Dovvell I - ' if ' F as ltl r 4 5 84 Sophomores ffm - . ,M ...,, . ,o ,.., , , ., l , l W 2' ,Lk 1 . Ty ..,, gr . g 5 . ,,,.. D T 'iii' -, fi-r t S 9' .1 mf ' ' ,W 794 w H. ' X'+xfAA'5G-. E ' 'Ffh ' F 3 ' ffl U 'iff' .Q 1 - A S ' 'X' i i' L., 33 if ' if ' , . , rr' . l. -'T 4 l T T fkggiflv wisp ! , X , I J :ga E C ...vt J -1' -K ff- J, J ' . '-5555252 . -1253- W: W PSEVKIY , ki J Y 4? 95 mi. ' 'K- E . 1379! 1 52m ' fx -. 11' .s ,Av ww. 31 it fir lf Ma l ,,' Y l .Aa l tb L W gg in V 1, FQ ji i 242 V RR , n V as . W. . Robin Draper Syble Driggers Mary Drummond David Duke Margaret Duke Jimmy Dunn Jackie DuPriest Jimmy Dupuy Nanl Dye Buddy Eads Douglas Ealy Marie Easterling Douglas Edwards Susan Edwards Terri Egloff Sabrina Eiland Floxie Elee Chrissy Elkins Paula Ensminger Lori Eppinette Dianne Evans Gil Evans Josh Evans Mary Evans Monica Eubanks Kimberly Ezernack Flandy Felts Clifton Flanagan Mara Flanagan Michael Fleming Joey Fletcher Lisa Flowers Ricky Flowers Stewart Forwood Booray Franklin FAR LEFT: Mr. Jones helps several students complete the class Christmas card. LEFT: Straight A's on her mid-term report card brings a smile to Tammie Johnson. Sophomores 85 Adrian Frost Marlin Fryar Donnie Fulmer Ronnie Fulmer lVlario Garcia Donnie Gardner David Garner Pam Gater Wanda Gayden Paul Geter Katrina Gilds Julie Giroux Freddy Goodman Billy Goodwin Tobe Grafton Verdalia Gray lVlarthavGrayson Jenny Greene Sherra Greer Joe Gross Curtis Gulledge Christopher Hagan Teri Hale Gloria Hall RIGHT: Another record sophomore class meets in the auditorium to start a whole new begin- ning for them and for Ouachita. 86 Sophomores ,... , , f- 1 ,L - Q pm Lg, F2 1 ,355 64 xi T Q Y- of fx ff .. J ' V 4 X- . . . H ,vit Pty' 14 u. ,AH . eq x, Y-g: . 2: ,gt .2 ,. .., gif -fr ,',r,, fiesfis i G r jf x ft r , L. . ,f ina' , ,, 1 riii .is f T F . I - , ' ' T '1'f51 2 H is wa . -1 1 'Alf ' , Y A at if . N A f l A if . . W 'I 'l -f K gs il idiirf 434 ' at A - qgggr: r , A A ,fa fe-:gf 1537 , lg, M -',-f ff--, .g .Ji i . Y . ' - ' T it Ji it ' T i T A 5. , 'A ' Y Q, J t , G.. w k- g ,- f if, ty 3, ,J ,:. I A I K .lp - 9 Xi -vs r s f ,sis ri its xi ai ', , A-f ' ,mi APM' .W -Ax a., W tr -,f . av ... . . ., , . U., V I , ,,A' K , ' 'E . l' ' 2 l ,... 4.1451 ,K . 5 4' . . , ' i .5 -, ,. V Sophs Are cz Colorful Addition We rarely won a spirit stick competition, but when we did, we smoked 'em, said Leah lVlayo after a sophomore-dominated pep rally. When the sophomores came, they brought exasperation in numbers. But, as they progressed, they contributed to school pride as a whole. They brought beauty to Ouachita with mem- bers on the homecoming court for the first time. Sophomores added color with some exceptional Christmas cards. They may never lose the reputation of a bunch of confused beginners, but they became a very real part of Ouachita. LEFT: After completing her assignment Toni Stevens responds to a classmates question. Kenneth Hall Leigh Ann Hall Mark Hall lVlarty Hall Randy Hampton lVleIba Hankins Flay Hansen Kent Hare Mary Harrell Nancy Harris Lisa Harrison LaVVanda Hayden Temple Haygood John Hays Sonja Heidenreich Kathryn Heyward Donnie Hicks Pacquin Hill Sarah Hillman Scott Hillman Jacob Hines Bryan Hixon Earl Hodgkins Carolyn Hogg Angela Holloway Don Holloway Darryl Hood Debbie Hood Kim Hope Billy Horne Debbie Horne William Horne Paul Houston Larry Howard Jeanie Howe Sophomores 87 Debbie Hudson Kim Hudson lVlilch Huggins Emily Humphreys Kelvin Humphries Marilyn Hunter Billy I-lust Casey Ivy Belinda Jackson Steven Jackson Valerie Jackson gzip -Qi -of Lisa Jameson Cindy Jeansonne M Barbara Johnson Barry Johnson Clarice Johnson Connie Johnson Ellen Johnson '- mm, ' s aywfi , Y, 3,Y,x5vf. i 'g Wafgff I I, ll 1 2 Q X1 l' LEFT: Before and after school, TOWN 81 COUNTRY SUPERETTE is the place to quench your thirst. Brett Ripley, Renee Ripley, Mike Durham and Paul Gray are regular customers at the convenient 24 OLD STERLINGTON ROAD location. Join them there sometimes for quick food needs. Jason Johnson Tammie Johnson Terri Johnson Rebecca Joiner Stephanie Joiner Cheryl Jones Mike Jones Kenny Justice Karen Keene Mike Kellogg Howell Kemp Curt Kennedy Paul Kenneth Tammy Kimbrell Jay Kirby Kimpa Krtox Mary LaDart Connie Laffoon Maxine Laird Rachel Laird Lisa Landers Byron Landon Cindy Landrum Mick Lane Bama LaSource David LeVasseur Mike Leveque Mark Lindstrom Sharon Lipscomb Carolyn Lockhart Sophomores 89 R IGHT: Helpful seniors, Donna Berry and Billy Vaughn assist sophomores in the use of references in the library. 90 Sophomores Becky Loftis Lirrda Logue Sylvia Lopez Jim Lynch Sherita Mack Carmen Mardis Joni Marionneaux Terry Marley Ronald Marsh Edward Marshall Lisa Marshall Patricia Martindale Billy Matlock Paul May Prentice May John Maynard Leah Mayo Curtis McBroom Tara McCann John McClain Cheryl McClusky Cregg McCuIIin Marilyn McDuff Scott McDonald Karen McGough ,. Soph res Become Part of Ouachita Swartz Gators, Jack Hayes Braves and danced in the Dandy-Lions and boys Ouachita Junior High Cubs were what participated in Junior Varsity football. the sophomores used to be, but this They did not limit their participation year they were Ouachita Lions. No in these two activities. They became matter where they came from, what active members in the MOB and their color or sex, they were all together in 1977. When sophomores arrived they became active immediately. Sophomore girls 'X 5 y gd: link? y, rx' ,I CYCP. The sophomores once divided, united in a Lion future! ' I P , f M, ' , A, ggfgg. . 5 YY: , w 5,2 ix' g a ' Q X J .X ' P. R H ' Q Aff, .tiki A l ,H gig., my 5 1' . ,. ,. Q ,Q A' A .Al 't , ,.,. - . , - - 1. 35 ff. K N- in ' -f r . V ' s. , . - . T N H ifsifl-42? r1.': f lf : J ' .. L dr izfr2 55,j,V ' ' X P 1 T Q f . 5 Y A Q: 11 v. A ' 'V 6 . , , j . -r .-111,42 3: A,jj 1 M9 A. 1 , if 's f If 'f f ii rr . N -0. 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Q' . f f T. t is ....s fr .flw fftirr Newman McGowin Kay McGuffee Scott McKaskle Tommy McKay Stacy McKeithen Renea McKoin Fiandy McKoin Rodney McPherson Debbie McRae Sharron Melville Merida Midkiff Constance Miller Loyce Mills Greg Mims Danny Monk Dawn Moore Debbie Moore Jill Moore Kelly Moore Linda Moore Shelia Moore Arthur Morehead Bubba Morris Willey Moseley Jeff Mullins Cleta Munholland Victor Munoz Craig Murphy Frank Murphy Pam Murphy Pat Murphy Lillie Nabors Jay Neal Jamie Netherland Ralph Nettles Billy Nubles Eddie Nugent Gary Oliveaux Clift Osbon Terry Oxley Wanda Oxley Danny Parden Kim Parker Ronald Parker Flaymond Parks Johnny Patrick Steve Patterson Chris Pawloski Soph om ores 91 92 Sophomores Lane Peavy Teresa Pennington Debbie Perkins Patty Perkins Jack Perry Jodi Pettit Donna Pillev Chad Pippin Mark Porch Geraldine Porter Wiley Powell Henry Price Tim Pruitt Tommy Puckett lVlarc Pullings Terry Ragsdale .lan Rainer Craig Rambin Belinda Rankin Rodney Ray Bruce Redden Susie Redding Lori Reiser Renne Reynolds Vicky Rhodes Robert Rice Royce Richardson Chris Ringo Rene Ripley Sheila Ritter Joey Rockett Tara Rodden Dennis Rodgers Margaret Ross Sandra Roush Sophomores Lend cz Helping Hand Sophomores combined big mouths and loud voices to capture five pep rally spirit sticks. Yelling underclassmen often started cheers of their ovvn which created more spirit and vvhole new dimensions to the Friday morning pep rallies. lVlany sophomores participated in comical skits presented for the varsity football team and the crowd of Lion backers. Sophomore enthusiasm furthered they excitement and spirit of pep rallies and made cheering much morel enjoyable! exclaimed varsity cheerleader Julie Grafton. r l salii. 3 555.- ' A' 1!?'s'wA'57 .Ef f' ,fi f' ' ' ' i t -i is a' QA 1 5,4 ,fix Jlelgl ' .......,,,5 An... J- 'f-' . 'M my- . as ,sl arf f ,.....n... . I N -. x ,fm f LEFT: Sheila Gill and Lee Burford are pleased with the latest styles in stock at HADDAD'S at 415 PINE STREET. Go by and let them fit you in the best fashions at the best prices. Donna Flovvell Roy Parnell Shalane Roye lVlalyndia Rutledge Craig Sampognaro Kevin Sampognaro Country Sanderson John Samderson Wanda Sandidge Gay Savage Jay Savanna Melissa Sayers James Scalia Kenneth Schlottrnan Cheryl Scott Darrell Scott Denise Scott Dennis Scott Sophomoies 93 nity Grows Changes brought out the best and worst in sophomores during the 76-77 school year. Not only the sophomores but everyone else welcomed the instal- lation of air conditioning units in the school. Juniors had been through only one scorching spring and laughed at the seniors for having two years of svveltering classrooms. Sophomores aided school unity by participating in the homecoming pre' view. Only a few upperclassmen felt old rules should stick and only the top two classes should participate. For the most part, sophomores joined in harmony with juniors and seniors toward the common goal of the three classes uniting Ouachita. Jimmy Scott Standley Scott Kristi Schutz Lorrie Seekers Ramona Semmes Geanie Shannon Cecil Sharp Sylvia Sharplin Nanette Sheppard Charles Sherrod Eddie Shipp Wanda Sh ivers James Shows Terri Silles Dana Simmons Jimmy Simmons Marlene Simmons Phyllis Simmons Mike Singler Teresine Smalling Andy Smith Andy Smith Ashley Smith Debbie Smith Denise Smith Gloria Smith Jeff Smith Kenny Smith Kim Smith Linda Smith Lee Smith Mike Smith Gary Smithwick Teresa Southern Cindy Speakman Candi Spears Sharon Spells Grayce Stanfield Marilyn Standley Patrick Stanley 94 Sophomores Toni Stevens Margaret Stidham Scott Stone Kathy Stratton Kathy Svvihart Hal Stricklin Linda Stricklen Glenn Stutts Dori St. Vgine Cathy Summers Kenny Svvaggart Kenneth Taunton Eddie Taylor Michelle Taylor Jeff Tedder Victor Thomas Steve Thomas Cindy Thomas Patty Thomas Zandra Thomas Brenda Thompson Brenda Thompson James Thompson Tami Thompson Keith Thrash Lisa Tippit Mary Tolar Cheree' Toney Terri Tovvery xg Lane Travis Scott Tripp Malissa Tucker ,, OPPOSITE PAGE: Lillian lnzinia, Mary Beth Fisher, and Betsy Berry await the installation of new members in the Anchor Club. LEFT: J. V. Cheerleaders, Allyson Rhymes, Debra McBroom, Sandi De LaSalle, and Cheryl Renfrovv display different emotions as the Lions battle the Rams on the court. Sophomores 95 Waymon Tucker Lori Tully Sherry Tullos Barry Turner Larry Turner Shirley Turner Tiger Turner Roger Upshavv Mike Vail John Vineyard Pam Wagoner B. J. Walker Juanita Walker Junior Walker Laura Walker Mike Walker Randy Wall Scott Walthall Billy Wallace Ronnie Walters Mary Ward Becky Ware Mario Webb Leslie Weedrnan Sherry Weems RIGHT: Connie Lisette Johnson, Marie Marie Easterling, and Stacy Elise lVlcKeithen find conversation limited because they can only speak French in the halls during Mardi Gras. iFl ? A' ati f.-. Wi N35 f' . Q 5 4' i ra W EQ,- fir 1 Q K dv , 1 .. 4' .. - , I L2 2 X .. 'L , -., 1 it 1 , . ii 2 -i,4',f , , .Wi ,x ' 1 if? ' i -Mfr G . in ,XTX .,,,, ,ww fin f 391 J, 229 ' thefts ,' 'tx 'i S . il LEFT: Mrs. Grafton is delighted by the enthus- iasm of her class during the preparation of Home- coming. Danny Welch Kevin Welker Hartland West Scot Wheeler Donna White Margaret White Marilyn Whittington Shelia Whittington Donna Wilder Eric Williams Jon Williams Mary Williams Mike Williams Randy Williams Robert Williams Terri Williams Wendy Williams Kelly Williamson Kathy Wilson John Wilson Bobby Windham Beverly Windsor Jennifer Witt Amy Womack Angie Wood Jerry Wood Leeanne Wood Connie Wright Terri Wright Craig Wycoff Jerry Yates Chris Yielding James Youngblood Doug Young Deborah Zagone Doug Zigler Sophomores 97 98 Juniors RIGHT: Junior Linda Riggins keeps total concentration on her music at the concert before the band's trip to Troy, Alabama. 14 s' ' 4' , 'riff ' if ' 4 f' Z M, Y' ' . Debbie Adams ' ' G K James Adams L I XjiLLLL,4LL x 'X Tonya Alger f' L 1 4. ,, . , ILL, iw,-Q ff ,, Pam Allen L L L- i ffl. 1-. 'N is -15' Wilbur Allen :X V- L it 'A g ig K 'L 1 Darren Amos K W-X A F ' I ' ' wi! L 1 ,Q ,. , A ,,s . , Q ' ,K Randy Anderson Lg f gg A t' A It a Brenda Andrews L ' f Y ti' , L Janis Arant L , ,,' L L I. , -N L, Anthony Ardito ,Z '47 , . . -L T A 'L Danny Arnold 3 . J- tx X x', 'Q lf, Scott Arrington L- e 'F ? ' -f Ah ' 5 X - A' L LL L :.., 7 ., 7 7345, it s . l '23 ' . 1333353 . A, f?135i5i We . ' Jason Aston gs J ' L 7 J L A V L, V L L Larry Aston , W , , r Q 1 Caressa Avis XL L QL L nxxx 1 L w x X t ,xl ,QL-f ' J Kevin Baer 1 ' ll +53 - if A , .L 4 A ' Lf Bobbv Bailey 'Q' Lf 53 J 5 Xl- 'A L i 1' Veda Baker 4 ' il ' ' V lj! 1. l 4 L 4 , I , -3 C? y ,3 - j . John Ballard -:ff r 'T' Jay Banks 3' nl L? A Jennie Baran K X-sbs. ' ' K LL L Wendy Barnette QW' - y Thomas Barrett fe elsif t MMM Nancy Batson AL , AB. i'f flf J . L .2 1, 5 ' - . Ln : 3 fr f' 'A 4- A t. LL 3 Penny Bauer . 4 1 ' 1 ,L .tm I i L 1 Angie Beach . l ,L ' lx ' LL .4 Kim Bearden ' M- A . Liv, , - .1 , Q, I . , Tammie eenefieid aj Q 5 f , f ist . 5' 'Q V at m Denise Bennett ' -, .7 QL. . ...IW N -I ' .-4. , John Bennett ,L 5.-'QL . -' L L l 7 ' f You ve Come a Long Way, Jun Lors. lt took eleven long years for the juniors of 1977 to get where they were. For some it took even longerg but they were all juniors in 1977. When freshmen they were bullies of the Junior High. The sophomore year meant a whole new, exciting place to conquer. The junior year became an in-between time for gathering last year's thoughts into plans for the senior year. For some of the Juniors only one year of school remained before the bus- iness world faced them with decisions to be made. For those who planned to attend college, a different set of decisions lay ahead. No matter what, the junior year was the last chance to relax and enjoy without the pressure of making arrangements. wr 'iif?fV 1 r'- .,,, at or B A ti lt Nr P + - K i A H , 1 Q . .:,,M A ,r ,l in , l W gilfl I li' ' fl ' . . qw, C , A , g I ' Qi! B - es- A A , K: ftfrl Yi , . at ft,i, r , M if ff ax . A l . flrpii W lghvjig rrvgfafet f , y,,r f1? m Nz r :WV M- ,Nf- f 2, ll .5- 242 .4 , QS: ' , Y t A f M5 Q, X51 5 r': f7.9'j'-Y X52 JJ ' ig f, t , il 1 no A,fiFQ a. -A 4 130 A W?G El . as ' , :A 1, ' , l. , ' NY., . .V .NJ MJ - n , + I f 5' ,gi . P rg I H. , f, t ,Mi Andrea Benton Fiusty Benton Betsy Berry Diana Biggs Carla Bingham Jo Alice Black Andy Blackwell Gina Boggs Anne Braddock Emily Bramble Jack Brennon Danny Bridges Ronald Bridges Susan Bright Sue Bristol Aaron Brooks Pam Brown Annette Brownell Andy Bryan Craig Bryan Sheila Bryson Mary Buckley James Bulloch Cindy Burns Sandre Burson Janice Cain Lori Campbell Greg Carlisle Willie Carradine Kathy Carter Juniors 99 'lOO Juniors Larry Carter Darrell Cartwright Claude Causey Dale Chase Dwayne Chapman Carolyn Chevalier Pam Childers De An Collins Denise Collins Dale Correro Donease Cotton Scott Covington John Cox Paul Crider Patricia Culpepper Johnny Curry Thomas Daniel Keith Davis Hattie Dawson Richard Day Jay Debnam Nancy DeCuir Sondra De LaSalle James Dobbins Ax , i . N XM V wt A X ina ff ti Five Fouls, You're Out! Ouachita's basketball season did not end with that of surrounding schools, but carried on into March with intramural basketball games. A tournament was sponsored by the 1977 junior class, with the proceeds going toward the Spring prom. The junior class was represented by such stars as Pistol Pete Powell, The Doc Chapman, and Have- lichec Wilson. Coaching the star team was a hard job, but Rick Sain and Tommy Lewis tackled it expertly. It didn't take too many sessions to get the boys in shape, remarked David Smith. The junior boys are used to playing around. -ef sf Hema, : 541 K li l ' , Jw iii mm is -'vit 1' w u K gif fag,-.I . it W r ' L' 'g, 2, is L , Ipit 1.9: ' tr . 41W ' t it f Grief? aQ.e ff- mia...-5 4 f'ii ! Y 1' y 1 ie f . A , ' 2. 1: 4 X fKefW,iisWnls ilk .1 , ., .A . , 5w5W:f 'ri .S 0. 4 . si fx is - H 3 Q. f F gk 9 f ' , V. . -- fi 5 xi. fliifiiiidif r 291 153 Tili 9 Qi, . 1 xx A Q A V' my Johnny Dollar Marilyn Kay Douglas Reggie Duchesne Debre Duffey Karen Duke Wayne Duke Ricky Duncan Kerry Durbin Karen Edwards Esther Elahi Kirk Elam Frank Elkins LEFT: Sophomores assemble for the announce- ment of their newly elected student council members. Beth Ellerbe Randy Estep Christy Everett Greg Eubank Jeff Ferracci Paul Fihiol Mary Beth Fisher Donald Fox Caroline Frandsen Paul Firzell Jay Frost Nlinor Funderburk James Gaar Dennis Gaffney Sharon Gardner Eddie Gayden La Vonna Gilreath La Wanna Gilreath Jumom 101 K gow' : RIGHT: lVlr. Zametto explains the new grad- . uation requirements for sophomores and juniors to John Hobbs. Kim Gilstrap Linda Glenn David Glover Terry Godwin Peggy Golernan Walter Goodin Clifton Gorden Lynne Graves Shannon Graves Peggy Graves Glenda Grayson Linda Grayson Sharon Grayson Donna Green Mark Greene Mickey Greer Dianne Grubbs Chuck Gwin Willie Guess John Gulledge Patricia Hadley Christine Hagan Suzanne Hall Sue Hanna Reggie Hare Rodney Hare Randy Harrison Susan Hayden Elizabeth Hayes Cheryl Headley Jan Heidenreich Ann Henderson 102 .Juniors -1' l i l 3.4 'sf' A - H1 2. ,L,1, .lg ,Kk. Vp Vgf.?ef'ii he .R We ' '- ii A s P S' f' , Q l ju 'T54'ff I 7 VV Y K 1 . E, ,. 1 K lg ,' gy , gf V x it il A al. . l gf ff - ' -- 151.2 - Q' - if is N35 V X X5 P iff' ffl . i 7 Q . if 4 gy ,, 'E ii I pw EQ . 3 wiv.. ' .I ' ,x ' G - X i 'hx rx 'gfeii .3 P ' 1 M, lk 1 G lEvl ,.Q r ' ' A V, - X ,Tia 2 i - ,. -f' A t sw 1.35 ,Q ' , . b 4 fj'1? ik ' , K 15 ANG' . . 2 aa' F ' .ef e 'X d - -sa - H . G. . +5 3- an .fi ,i A i 5 5-ag,-,. ':' . 2, ,K u 'mfgw ' Y as V k T 1 '-i x Q --V, A J.. A ' , ig Q Y f x 4 l 7 Ex , ii 1 if:-v -si 4 idx. g II.. ,QQYQ-Y f . R V , :Lv ,., :J 4 02 i - ' V Y nl Q fi. H is is i rw .se J : 'i1' I P - M W- -aff'3l '4?f 15,113-Sli iff:i,3p'ahQ2k0Qtf ' ---' 1 slim Q ' .av f -If H'-l limi ,,- f.'f'? yf.. 77 2 HF J are L L A ,. A 7' ,gif J 5, it 0 K i ' ,I ,f--f' s ' 5, 5 jig ,. X , E if A J- Juniors Receive Extra Shock January 1977 was a time of surprises Tom Thurmon did not approve of the change because, It's just another for juniors. lt was announced at midterm that a whole new subject had subject to worry about, been added to the revised credits needed for graduation. The Louisiana Once the initial shock wore off, Legislature required all students to however, the students took action. have one-half credit in Free Many dropped an elective in order to Enterprise in addition to two credits pick up the required course of Science and one each of Civics immediately. Others chose to delay Free Enterprise until their senior year. Mr. Zametto mirrored the overall student feeling when he sudden development extended from confessed, The change will throw a disbelief to near-panic. Junior and American History. Reactions of the juniors to this lot of our fold off-balance. Lori Henley Audrey Henry Shorty Herbert Karen Herrington Lisa Hibbard Jimmy Hicks Augustine Hill Cheryl Hill Mike Hill John Hobbs Penny Hogan Gary Holloway Billy Holyfield Alice Hopkins Delois Hopkins David Huckabee David Hudson Dawn Hudson Vicky Hutsell Jimmie Hyatt Connie Hyde Sam Ingram Sharon Ingram Lillian lnzina Debbie Ivy Kevin Jackson Michelle Jackson Marquilla Jacobs Ferdess James Jimmy Jaques Mary Ann Jeter Donald Johnson Juniors 103 Piranas and boa constrictors were new pets of 1977 for Ouachita juniors, but the expected cats and dogs remained favorites. On weekends juniors took time for changing litter boxes, cleaning cages, or adding water to the old aquarium. Stanley Johnson Veronica Johnson Lonnie Johnston Jimmy Jones Pamela Jones Robert Jones John Jussel Charlotte Kavanaugh Roger Keen Glen Keene Jamey Keith Blane Kelly Patricia Kelly Carmen Kenney Eddie Kicker Kent Kilpatrick Penny King Benjie Kizer Suzy Knight Christy Kolb Mickey LaBeff Dana LaPrairie Debra Lavender Steve Lawrence 1 6' f R iff! lfffffi . -L 9- ig Juniors Go In or Petting Some juniors didn't care much for the ordinary, full-of-life pets. They enjoyed the steady and dependable companionship of last year's favorite, the pet rock. Though it didn't often do tricks, it was easy to manage and wasn't heavy on the ii? up 1 I . .vig 'W Barry Lee Sandra Lenard Tommy Lewis Luci Lipscomb J Ricky Little iff- Jim Lofton Carol Lowery . 5' if xl Mitzi Lockett ' W ff' tj It Ronny Lynd JI L F Paul Mallett ' 'Sf ' , Y Tim Manly -P5 I Cathy Mann Woody Manning f 2 53 w , fi 'Q . r j H ts if , 41,1 4' I ' 1 'I ii Lisa Markgraf John Maroney Charles Marsala ' 1.'.ff Paul Marsala Pam Mason -'-' 0 '- ' Patricia Martin James Maxwell ,,'-'.- - Donna Mayes Tracie Mayo Debra McBroom Mike McCain ic' W.- ..,. ff Zfslf ., eff' 4-1 P' f 5 E ai' 5 l ff 104 Juniors food bill like a Saint Bernard or German Shepherd. Even though pets were expensive and time-consuming, they proved to be popular buddies for an active junior group. can, A l ' 'cpl 3E f i -. 5 I , j Q- ,X , ig . fig.. . :K 2 I -5 I. M ,K iff ' k y! at v J . it ,1 l Y 'lf. . .rn Qfrii fl- J 'IU,4f .. N YE, . i Ai ii par 1 V ' i A i pf ,tg .,, f' v . A I iq 1 if ' 'r.' S X '19 r. 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I :hz V Q l M 5 by 'Lal X A X Ulf, 'T f' 'J M r 3 NMS' iffilig yizf X ' T Regina McCoy Jeff McDonald Chuck McDuffie Eddie McGough Margie McGovven Dwayne McGuffee Doug McKeithen Mike McKenzie Ronny Mclineely George McKnight Traci McMahan Tracey McMahon Shelbie McManus Jimmy McOuillan Kelly lVlcTurner Donald Medaries Gary Melville Sheila Messina Sherman Miers Holly Miller Bonnie Mims LEFT: Junior senators Dawn Hudson, Barry Lee, and Sharon Ingram work on details for the Name that Lion contest. Juniors 105 106 Juniors Richard Minninger Karen Mitchell Dobie Mixon Kathy Mizell Donna Montalbona Clifton Moore Deborah Moore Jackie Moore James Moore Janice Morehead Teresa Morehead Bud Morgan Cathy Murphey Charles Murphey Debbie Murphy Paula Murphy Rhonda Myer John Myers Darlene Nelson Maureen Nelson Kim Newton Phuc Nguyen Phuong Nguyen Kathy Nichols Rebecca Nolan David Nordman Lisa Norris Lora O'Brian Economic Strains Co use Problems for Juniors During their off-hours, juniors spent their time economically aswell as expensively. The natural gas shortage, rising prices of cars, and gasoline caused constant tightening of belts by the juniors. Junior girls and guys shopped for items whose prices increased daily. On weekends, they splurged on A a r Lb' expensive dates or stayed home and watched thrillers on the telly. Saving money became a major task for Ouachita students. One way a junior saved was by cutting dovvn on movies. After a fevv months or so, you could see a box office attraction that played at the Cinema on television, said Brad Wilson, a conservative junior. I ,, ,QV , P swf' A A - r -srs s r sw, f .,i 0 4 i F Y i 94 ' .V A 1 A .V . x 1 v H 'Q' i, fl k X ff Y. .. A xt' - 2 t -- Y-.E 4 X ' rx? it -- an f ve 1 ' r - : - A' il if . ' :sg je J wi f 3 , . XI-if ' ill s r. 1 Q New I X i 8 Q 2 V 1 I J 1,ViV, . y , U ' ' :- yt Q., i l ' ' i - R it . . iv! ' V- ' -' ' 'I-.hfimyf 1 V 3 V - Ji mi as R . 3 g ' 1 ' . . N s 'Q' t I A .s s iv xv ' Z A Y,i,,. wi rg ,mu i tX x ,4 ' r , x,Vh tl i, S mdk i x X y .X , T s in P ' as to -ts il 5 'S X I ? 'Q will x , , ef we , I 4 ,435 i.. 'Q ff 47 ya -Jr 4, e., 5 R 9' . ,F I get - Q F 723, , i, . ' new fy ,xi f a, i ' .1 '. ae i e , I fa, fr , -i A 'fl irf'l'L.4fQaf ,'e2r'a.JeH+ EFF. x. i iz , 'V .L,, ef' ' .. V, lf 3553 ' Y' ,J 5 tx gf ! iff t use ,. ag, P f JK il: 3 fe Q , ' N' as H. . Wg , P ' 1 2 ' I ,t V I if' A , , K N t ' . - ai ' t D ig: i t, ,F V R ' Li EW ? gn? ' W? Q fi? LEFT: Brad Wilson fights Craig Bryant for a peek at his Farrah Fawcett shirt as they await the start ofthe assembly. Cindy Oglesbee Larry Olinde Beth Parker Janet Paulus Jeff Payne Danny Peeler Dickie Peeler Desi Pender Richard Peters Eddie Pickett Karla Pitarro lVlelisa Pittman David Platt Stephen Plummer Dan Potts Joan Powell Joy Powell Ricky Powell Sam Powell Sara Powell Stephen Pratka Alise Pressley David Price Kelly Price Stephen Price Chuck Pruett David Pruitt Susan Prystauk Warren Ramsey Patti Randol Dan Read Sheila Reed Barbara Reese Sherri Reeves Dennis Renfroe Cheryl Renfrow Kenneth Reppond David Reynolds Jeannie Rhodes Allyson Rhymes Bill Richard Debra Richardson Juniors 107 In voloed Juniors Seek New Leadership Win with Lynnl Run with Rhymes! Vote for a Lee-derl were used to persuade student voters in the student government election. New officers were needed for the 77-78 school term and juniors ran to win. Posters lined the walls of Ouachita promoting candidate campaigning. Prospective office-holders issued stickers: Score with Barry and Vote the Ingram way. Involved juniors prepared to lead their senior class to a year filled with new opportunities and excite- ment. 108 Juniors W ii. i' x'0-xi gk saw ABOVE: Curtis Gulledge and Eddie Shipp are dwarfed by the heavy equipment used by T. R. DRILLING, 611 NORTH 17th,which offers quality service backed by a solid reputation. Call 388-4191. l . Q, i 9 x: ,Q ,lx If ' W t., ,,,'f, ,. In -11 .vit ' gg fry Rv' f S X ..Yv-GJIJQW if I Al' ,235 5- pf N ., ,Fi .j i .f b ' Q A ' 5 I 'm ' Y We r S V g',l. 5 ' what Hi- . , R l A .. 'i ,-1,1 V -Av 1 7, 5, 1 , fi rx r L4 ,Li , it ig zvsgy WWtrfQf'lz we 1 ' 5 aff? ,f :Vg if 8 ,.,-1 1-: J L X. , .fy .x ' M l .. L xx. J .4 5 J Q' S .li tty ' , ir , - ,iff 1 - tm- g 1 'C' Y 1, ,-f.g...+ mi.. .s. 5 ,N A X K ' QR, J' tj' A . il ' is -mix f -X tale :' f + F: 'XM li ilk X4 1' 'ei Q 'C U' L 'Z mfr, 5 1 ' 41' ,K - -A i t 1 ffl.x 'Zi 5-gggqw ' Vg xg J. x 'J ' Y fi ' 'K 4, ' 0, X ' 1 Q - P if 'xgae : Xa V we v 'xx ,,k, 11 , ' '1 4755 ' I h 9 SN rr, xv X' 1' 1 l H J a 'f .72-S, . 43 iv' 3: 'W s 5, . ,m , , ,A, ri ...- F53 X . sl, ' ,aj li , . . iff, ., il., .A Tw I .gg tank i JJ gfrtxle ... :.- f V Linda Riggins DOVle Roberts Harold Floberts Jim Rosamond Mike Rose Rene' Ross Janet Rowe Jay Russell Mark Rutherford Rick Sain Michael Salmon Kelly Sanders Tracy Sanders Billy Sanson Bill Savage Billy Scalia Toni Scalia Stari Seal Barbara Self Carol Shannon Albert Shows Barbara Shows Michael Sikes Janice Siller Kelli Simmons Becky Sivils John Sivils Chris Skinner Bobby Smith David Smith Don Smith Donna Smith Greg Smith Randolph Smith Randy Smith Sharron Smith Mike Smithwick Mark Soister Joseph Spann Chip Spears Chuck Spears Scott Spence Ernest Stephens Eugenia Stewart Flon Stratton John Strumpell Lynn Sullivan Juniors 109 Juniors Make cz Difference Ouachita juniors used their energy towards uplifting school spirit, and also that of the entire community. School organizations, like the CYCP, benefited from the aid of juniors. One project, the sale of Old-Fashioned stick candy, thrived on junior participation. Bettering the community, hovvever, did not always require group involve- ment. Some juniors attacked the solitary jobs of street drives and alum- inum recycling collections. f l 10 Juniors While assisting others, juniors also worked to improve themselves. lvlany enrolled in extra courses sponsored by the Community Education project, joining students and adults from all over the area in unique education experiences. No matter if the juniors expressed their concern for the community through individual or group action, they improved the area and themselves, enough to make a difference. Gerald Svvihart Mike Tannehill Mark Taylor Beth Templeton Suusie Tevv Arthur Thompson Tommy Thompson Judy Thornell Tom Thurman Bryan Tucker Gina Tucker Patricia Tucker Perry Tucker Sheryl Turnbovv Cindy Turner David Turner John Turner Johnny Turner Danny Van W1 ef Tony Vance ,.. , i i wi mi 1 5' Q H 5' 'F rf ' ' -f, ya M , ' yt .. . , ,. 3 g g gp- i t N , V 2 J- 12 A' 2' : x t 1 tai T '- J r 5' 'ki' X Lt .2 T ' iJ! ff if 5 sm , 9 . . 's65f my Eli-f'4f.fZT'? f -- , 1 ' Q if Al V K W -. K ,,.L ,. I ,P H, T 1 .. 'S' 'll J' A Q- L 1 . ,Sm I , .K 1 Eggs . l Ig m -s., , f ,S so y 1 5?51r1f2fi5jIQ1.,. i, .1.. Q c-, ' J., - . Exist , L A Sick! If jgxf-if ,A , any W 'g K M A - rg: , A 23 'I S V , -Q il' 'Ni' ff? V ,Lib X I L 7 I f. it R ' R ' ' 5255 f Q - ' f, ,fl 1 ' I 1 'Ni4'E'133.u'LL.f '?M:.S'il'fJ:7j' me-ali '41 lax if iggga f' ,f if fl ff 'X ' . Q 4 ,.. A 4 tx g : fs Ii .. N N I I 3 Y' s -hawaii fa-so stssl - 'A' ' Fa HMM gilt uf pr' ., - ,ff T K at l.Jil14i1,,iW! 1gC'i gl f ' l g f 4' 'ii T ff 73 'rf i 'gig it , L,L., A ' 1 , , y, 3 t gy A ,ya , .X N ' . 1 - .u 'f f A ff I , xv' Q. Rx. ,J . ki M40 A . . V Q Q -- A, X V , V- T, V A , J irrf-N - .55 - K? lift- '-L. WWI7 TT'f - ,sri .iQ,,,..5, 5.25 at-me Melody Venable Lydia Viola Dianne Von Behren Angie Walters Beth Walton Debbie Ward James Ware Dee Watson Randy Watson Lynn Weaver Cathy Wells Sondra West Dwight Whitaker Suzanne Wiley Ricky Wilkerson Debbie Williams Donna Williams Brad Wilson Debbie Wright Robin Wilson Ronnie Winnon Carol Wood Debbie Wood Ricky Woodham Bobby Woods R icky Wooley Teena Yarbrough Danna Yelvington Charlie Young LEFT: Juniors, John Jussel and Jeff Ferracci lend their strength to transport a Christmas card to the front lawn for display. The cards were on display during the Christmas holidays. ,?n . E65 if N ,F ll IQZQQQEQ lm 5 6 r Qi gg, W If :IU ig? de, ,- W- gm .245 Sf' ,k . ' EW, awp Q 6 Q gh WMA if-., if in Linkin: fi? C, S, LEFT: will make those special memories last longer with a beautiful picture. Kelley's is the official portrait photographer for numerous area schools including Ouachita. For your por- traits, wedding, commercial, and aerial photos call KELLEY PHOTOGRAPHY at l318l 323-4241 or come by their studio at 1315 CYPRESS in WEST NIONROE. Tracy Adrian Alexander Renee Sharon S. Antley Debra Aston .lan Asvvell Johnny Bailey Jerry Barnes John Barnes lVlark Barnes Becky Barron Carl Batson Peggy Batson Jan Beaver Ann Bell Cindy Bennett Jimmy Bennett Amy Berry Donna Berry David Biles Mark Blackyvelder Mark Booth Wendell Bostelmann Robin Bramble Flandy Breaux Patti Brice Seniors 1 13 Cheryl Brown Jeanne Brown Phyllis Brown Tim Bryan Grorge Bryant Marilyn Burns David Busby Kathy Caldwell Bubba Carter Linda Casey Laura Causey Cindy Clouate Susan Cohn Jane Coleman Sherry Couch Shelby Creel Cynthia Culpepper Cathy Cupit Becky Curtin Lynn Daniel Brenda Davis lVlary Dawsey Ju ne Dement Flex Dillingham Jr, 114 Seniors if Seniors Lay It On the Lion With the death of thirteen year old Cheepa in the spring of '76, Ouachita was left without a mascot. The seniors of '77, as their gift to the school, bought a new lion before the 1976 football season. The cub made his residence at Louisiana Purchase Gardens and Zoo when he was not on tour for the lVlighty Lions. On game nights the lion was brought out to the stadium in his red and white cage to promote team spirit. Ouachita fans were happy to have a mascot again, and Jack Laird expressed that pride when he said, He should be thankful he is a Ouachita Lion! TOP: lVlr. Howell accepts from Christel Sharp and Clay Lee, a new type of senior gift-a mascot! Denise Donivan Billy Doughtie Karen Draper Tommy Dubose Susan Duke Debbie Dupree lVlike Durham Teresa Durham Susan Eads Tommy Easterling Cindy Egloff Fran Elarton Steve Elliott Susan Ensminger Gidget Eppinette Seniors l 5 Renee Eppinette Vera Eppinette Carlon Evans Janis Evans Billie Falgout Lloyd Finley Cindy Fisher lVlarty Fisher Judy Flowers Kathy Ford Susan Foster Karl Fowler Carol Fox Joe Frandsen Nancy Frantom Beth Free Sheila Fryer Dana Gaar Patty Ganey Jose' Garcia Sharon Gilds Randy Gilley James Gilreath Lisa Giovingo Chris Greer Susan Glenn Linda Gourley Julie Grafton Kathy Gray 116 Seniors You 'ue eally Grown! 1The senior class has really grown! Forty-five years ago, in 1932, the isenior class numbered 212. The class lof '77 has reached to 406. Parents Nof Ouachita students who attended the downtown high school, may remember their class of '52 con- sisting of 266. According to the 1932 Gasser, as the yearbook was named, in 1899 Ouachita had two teachers, three class- rooms and fewer than 100 students. Thirty-three years later, there were twenty-four teachers and almost 1300 students, including a freshman class. Ouachita Parish High School now has sophomore through senior classes, with a total of 1283 students, a fac- ulty of 65, and a diverse curriculum. f , r ,!, . fi 5 sr-4 V , 'f Z .5 153 , . It ' 'L ,.-' 1 n f? aff .: 1 a ' Y K' . . l f -tr : fig! Gigi Graves Ken Green Barry Guess David Guess Diana Hancock LEFT: Varsity cheerleaders Susan Ensminger and Peggy Trimble watch Connie lVlc- Cain restore the shape to a much used pom pon be- fore the Ouachita- Woodlawn game. Seniors 1 17 Most, if not all, seniors talked of their trip after graduation long before May 13th. Vacation thoughts were many and varied. Plans ranged from getting lost in the Rocky Mountains to sunburning on the beach at Pensacola. Seniors Trip Out After Graduation lt took 12 years, or in some cases upper a trip after a little longer, for Ouachita's graduation went on to seniors to earn the time off. The college and some at home. wait was worth it! said senior Mike But no matter what they did, the Vallado. seniors of 1977 moved into a new part Of course not all of Ouachita's of their lives. Terry Hare Mike Hargon Lea Ann Harper Bonnie Harrell Marion Harris Jimmy Harrison Drew Haynes Larry Haynes Jim Hegwood Steve Heidenreich Rhonda Henley David Henricks Ricky Hethcox Bernie Hicks Connie Hicks Peggy Hogan Chip Holloway MOB members impersonate the high-kicking Dragonettes at the Delfiidder pep rally. 118 Seniors :xr t -. f l l Debbie Holmes Debbie Hopkins Pam Horne Steve Hovveli Darrell Hovvse Barry Huckabay Steve Huey Ricky Hudson Tim Hudson Dallas Humble Scott Ingram Janet Jabbia Sharon Jackson Athena James Ferdesa James Mickey Jaques Seniors 119 Brian Johnson Christy Johnson Darold Johnson Johnny Johnson Keith Johnson Mary Johnson Sandy Johnson Kathi Johnston Toni Jolly Jana Jones Kim Jones Mitchell Jordan Janet Justice Thomas Kelley Mike Kennedy 120 Seniors Jokes, overheard at a party by Lisa Tindall get a fevv laughs from Bonnie Turnbovv. Show s cz Party, Weill Show You Ouachita VVe seniors love to party! exclaimed Debbie Turner. The school year of 1977 was filled with parties given for and by the seniors. Nearly every Friday word was spread throughout the school that someone was having a dance, beer bust or get-together. Town and Country Pizza and Chenault Recreation Area were filled with many seniors during the school term. New Year's Eve, a time for special celebration, was indeed celebrated at Chenault and T. 84 C. Tommy Easterling said, The reason I gave my party at the park, was to get everyone together during Christmas vacation. We had a BLAST. Jeff Kern Vicki Kilpatrick Debbie King Patricia King Jack Laird Tommy Lambert Linda Layburn Clay Lee Lesa Lee Melanie Lewter Rusty Lucas Sarah Lucas James lVlcGowen Belinda lVlcBroom Robert lVlcCaa Connie NlcCain Keith lVlcCallum Terry lVlcCart Dora IVlclVIiIIan Seniors 121 A, . gf fm, , We M ,uk , ggi. Q' W wx s mn, E ,.. I , Mc V W 1 Q ' X i V We ' 1 32 f :ff l W . W 'Tvs '2 'T 'A :iw ..- i t A Q ,K J - ' ' . 4 ' ffl, v5'EW f-S.. X 5 'Ez' gg! Qi ' . V Z .F A M. - -' Aff f 4 y ff 7 S9 :, , ' 'F '52 if if ia 4 In - sei gf neg . a- . '19 pf Y . , 3, -fm.. 'S ,,, M 1 5 ' Q X L., 5 3 r 14 , , Y .5-.V . v ' -! ,gf r iiiv lf E Y 'ji . ,Q-H.. SM - 5 ' 5. gb W L aiiiaf W -'W W X Q gh, ,, .-3 ra mg Senzors Are Recognized photography on the Roarer staff. He organized the IVIOB his junior year and led it his senior year. In addition, he found time to participate in choir and the golf team. lt has been a busy time for me, said Steve, but I have made many accomplishments and I hope they help Ouachita in the future. Beverly Oliveaux Mike Perry Harold Pickering Ricky Pierce Buddy Plunkett Kathy Pohl Fae Price Jerry Price Virgil Parker Johnny Puckett LEFT: Steve Huey and Lisa Sanders, Opt: mist Outstanding Youths, argue over further education plans. Seniors 123 Seniors Cut It Short lVlost Ouachita students rushed to blies were scheduled to include them. their cars to hurry home at 3: 15. But for some shortescheduled seniors, 11:20 was the magic hour. After they left Ouachita they went to work, trade school, or home to sleep and listen to tapes. To keep the short-scheduled seniors a part of the school activities, pep rallies and assem- As one senior, Brian Johnson, put it lVly short-schedule hasn't made me feel any less a part of Ouachita, and I like it because it gives me spare time to do the things I like to do and study the few hard subjects I have. Pam Puckett Tim Pumphries Sandy Pyron Debbie Read Mark Reynolds Kirk Rice Cindy Richardson Bret Ripley Stewart Robinette Jimmy Rodgers Bill Ross Randy Rowe Lisa Sanders Konni Sanderson Shirley Self Alan Shadoin Christel Sharp Cindy Shaver Sara Shepard Tim Sherman Carol Shivers Trisha Simmons I Mary Singler Billy Smith Ronda Smith 124 Seniors g I 7 'WWW WN' ,,-h- 1 aw-1 sw, .ueswww ' --ft55g,3t::gr,M .X 1:3-5515 Y , T, ,n 2 T ' W- ' 1 A r a, :Szffffii2?xl?f2iiff'?2ikv L.mQ5gg5f5,3q:g:5:gix uwiaj ,grab -3:33 ' I n it eats S Sharon Smith Shelia Smith Linda Snock Beth Spears Lanny Spence Jo Ann Stanley Kevin Steen Regina Stewart Robbie Stewart Kim Stites Richard Stokes Elaine Stout Mamie Stover Billy Stover Randy Sursa Diane Taylor Gary Taylor Steve Tew Allan Thomas LEFT: IVlr. l-lalbrook receives an award of appreciation from Seniors for his help with the Homecoming festivities. Seniors 125 CHEVRULEJ LEFT: David LaPrairie leaves campus early to attend flying Municipal Airport. Beth Walley Jodi Wattik Naomi Watson Susan Watts Denise Westbrook Steve Wheeler Jan Whetstone John Whitaker Debbie White lVlike Whittington Cindy Wilkerson Jeanette Williams Casey Womack Logan Womack Jeff Wood Cindy Wright lessons at the Monroe Seniors l27 R N H P Y C L A N D R U NI O V 0 W W S E N A I T O N H S U O T I Division v n I S C O O P E R A T I V E O F F I C E E D U C A T I O N E F N T Division RIGHT: lVlr. Howell, lVlr. Taylor, and lVlrs. Dante chat for a moment about the outcome of the faculty-student basketball game. BELOVV: A big Ouachita fan and active Booster Club member, lVlrs. Susan Ingram confers with lVlr. Howell about bumper sticker and license plate sales. , .s swf ..g.::.-li .i 130 lVlr. Howell WRT' l Ouachita Left With Hole in Head? The job of principal is a multi-faceted one, in which one must satisfy the school board members, the teachers, and the students. lVlr. S. T. Howell handles it like a born diplomat according to one teacher. lt is a demanding duty filled with responsibilities that would hinder someone of lesser mettle. Yet it is the resolution of difficulties which causes lVlr. Howell to regard his job as satisfying and interesting. The election of Nlr. Howell early in 1977 to the post of Superintendent of Schools for Ouachita Parish leaves l Ouachita Parish High School withouti a full-time principal. ln his final l year as principal of Ouachita, l lVlr. Howell is compelled to divide l his time between familiarizing himself with his whole new task, while delegating some of his high school obligations to those under him. lVlr. Howell expresses his feelings l by saying, Ouachita is a time and a place, I hope no student passes it by. if-f,,,, 'K' -1 ABOVE: Randy Phelps stops Mr. Howell in the office to check graduation requirements after the addition of Free Enterprise to the curriculum. TOP: lVlrs. Wafer and lVlr. Howell sort football tickets for the Fair Park game. ABOVE RIGHT: lVlr. Howell laughs at the prophetic plaque presented to him by a delighted J. O. Lancaster upon lVlr. Howell's election as Superintendent. .,f-7 EA- 'K Krkwx.-lv' lVlr. Howell 131 Mr. Howell 'S Righ t-Arm Men Are Left Two men that work closely with lVlr. Howell are lVlr. Zametto and lVlr. Goldsmith. Both men work with students and faculty to help make Ouachita better. Both have assumed many additional duties because of the frequent absences of lvlr. Howell, after his promotion to Superintendent. Handling school business affairs, evaluating teachers, and keeping the school in order were some of the jobs left behind for them to complete. Preparing and changing schedules is one of lVlr. Zametto's primary duties. He handles student complaints, as - well as all grade sheets, schedules, and other material to be sent to the computer in Bossier City. The work load that lVlr. Goldsmith takes on consists of hiring maintainence personnel, keeping up with the book supply, replenishing the paper stock, and working with the Manpower program. Working efficiently in my job to make Ouachita a better school is what l enjoy. 132 Assistant Principals -- We . '. , .. 'QL ABOVE: lVlr. Zametto, Coach Armstrong, Coach Von Diezelski, and Coach Andrews take time during their lunch period to go enjoy a Coke in the canteen. TOP: Mr. Gold- smith double checks the absentee list that Renee' Eppinette has prepared. BELOW: From small imported car to large machinery, Ray's has the tire to fit. Don't tire yourself before going to RAY'S TIRE SERVICE, 304 CRYER STREET, WEST IVIONROE. TOP LEFT: lVIr. Zametto explains the proce- dure in mid-term schedule changing. LEFT: lVIr. Goldsmith checks up on a student listed on the absentee list. Assistant Principal 133 AW.. , ,. as Fa-w,f,s. - , F, r gm Samir Ouachita Secretaries The two most-seen people at Ouachita are not students, teachers, or principals. They are the tvvo who make Ouachita's first impression on the public because they are the ones who greet all guests and answer all phone calls. lVlrs. Willie Vliafer, secretary at Ouachita since 1951, and lVlrs. Lou Knight, the school bookkeeper and receptionist, receive more questions and dispense more information than 134 Secretaries Are Impressive anyone else at Ouachita. Hundreds of transfer and transcript requests cross Nlrs. VVafer's desk each year. lVIrs. Knight keeps accounts for 31 clubs, organizations, and school departments. Yet through the detail required of them, they keep the image of Ouachita high vvith the millionth pleasant repetition of, Good morning! Ouachita Parish High School. . . ,gi-4, WMM J ,- - LEFT: IVIrs. Knight makes copies of college transcripts for senior students. FAR LEFT: IVIrs. Wafer alphabetizes student computer cards from IVIrs. Knight's read out sheets. BELOW LEFT: IVlrs. Wafer looks through files for a receipt on a purchase made in 1976. BELOVV: Prior to making a deposit, lVIrs. Wafer counts money received from football tickets. ',', ' A , j U or , .. i as at 5 ,sk , . I., . T, ,....,,. BELOW: John lVIaroney browses through the career information in the guidance office. BOTTOIVI LEFT: Tommy Lambert seeks advice from lVlrs. Bacle on the completion of a college application. BOTTOM RIGHT: Jan Whetstone, Keith Johnson, Carol Fox, and Greg Walker review the opportunities offered at Sowella Tech with lVIrs. Bacle. RIGHT: lVlrs. Bacle contacts NLU for infor- mation on college grants. FAR RIGHT: lVlrs. Howell discusses the job opportunities offered in La. with Ester Elahi. .1 , .Aa .. at lillllli bu ax. X gmw,,M.i.wwQ- W-W LL i il l '-x N. , xnfu .-....... i K ' if 1 - 1 nun-n - M.-J' if at if l' :Sy fain., Q l 1 v , , lbw-V-.... Counselors Set The Stage For cz New Year Involving themselves with school programs, lVlrs. Ernestine Howell and lVlrs. Louise Bacle designed and coordinated the decorating ot the auditorium for the 1977 Christmas assembly. With the help of students and teachers they blended their talents to create a vvarm atmosphere for the program. lVlrs. Leblanc remarked, The stage really looked great! Along with their involvement in school curriculum, lVlrs. Bacle, senior counselor, and lVlrs. Hovvell, under- class counselor, continue their usual duties of individual counseling, testing, and supplying career information. ,496 RIGHT: lVlr. Jones lends his artistic ability to helpvvith his class' Christmas card. Bobby Andrews Student Services, Athletics David Armstrong Biology, Athletics Gary Armstrong American History, Athletics Louise Bacle Guidance Evelyn Ballard Home Econornicsg Home and Family Living Tom Causey Algebra, Advanced lVIath: Athletics Mickey Cleveland P. E.: Athletics Connie Coleman English ll lsecond semesterl Linda Coleman American History, Free Enterprise, World History Bill Colvin English lll V. P. Dalrymple French lg English Illg School Publications Charlotte Dante Art I, ll, lllp Arts and Crafts ll Billy Davis Distributive Education, Free Enterprise: Math Cora DeBurr Speech l, ll, lll Oreda DeBu rr Librarian L. J. Fontenot Fiesource Room, American History Faculty fix' vi ,....,, Ouac That ole hag. I can't stand that biddy. Comments of this sort can be heard around other schools, but rarely at Ouachita. Like other teachers, the Ouachita faculty is primarily concerned with the education of young people. But, unlike many of their colleagues, Ouachita's teachers don't stop at reading, 'riting, and 'rithmeticf' They get involved. Down on the Teachers Are Two-Faced students' level is where you have to be in order to get to him, said lVlr. Vines, a '76 addition to Ouachita's staff. l don't want to force my thoughts on them, explained lvlr. Jones. I just want those kids to develop their own ideas. Teachers also work with the students by voluntarily sponsoring clubs. lvlrs. Wroten, sponsor of the Concerned Youth for Cerebral Palsy 'A ' ' E 115+ .fi isa-N . sf '39 comments, The main objective of the club is to raise money for cerebral palsied children, but I also enjoy the participation of the students. To a stranger's eye, the faculty of Ouachita may look like regular paddle packers, but from a student's point of view they are totally different. Annette Grafton English llg Dandy Lions Jean Greer COE: Shorthand, Bookkeeping Arthur lVl. l-lalbrook English IV Edward Harper ROTC Jo Hebert Art llgCraftsgArt lp English Il list semesterl Dorothy Hill English lllg Student Services Janice Hill English ll, lVg Cheerleaders Ernestine Howell Guidance Flon lnzer Instrumental Music Anne Johnson English ll, Ill Billie Joiner Psychology, American History Bob Jones Biology Maryann Jones Data Processing, Business Law Lou Knight Secretary Warren Landrum English ll, Student Government Carol Leblanc P. E.: Dandy Lions Faculty 139 Thomas V. McEnery ROTC I, ll, Ill Jewell McMurray Librarian Diana Mahannah Typing lg Business Keith Moncrief Athleticsg American History Hazel Montgomery Home Economics II, Ill, IV, Home and Family Living Lindsay Moorhead Typing Ig Business Math John Perry Physics David Peske Algebra llg Advanced Math Jerry Roberts Vocal Music Oretha Robinson Spanish: Free Enterprise D. A. Ross ROTC I. E. Sanders P. E.: Home and Family Living Ronald Sasser Chemistry I, ll George Searles ROTC, Aerospace Sci- ence Margie Schlosman Speech lg English ll 140 Faculty W Z fd me 5 i t :fx X..-A X . Teachers Earn Points for cz Change The faculty of Ouachita gathered up all their youth, coordination, and courage to play the winner ofthe intramural basketball games. With bermuda shorts, high-top tennis shoes, and their favorite fishing hats, the Ferocious Five fought to the finish. The students of Ouachita didn't realize they had such star players among their teachers as Calvin Natt Armstrong, Cul- -v A 'if Fw Zi' of 9 V mu .,.: liemx. XX pepper Colvin, and lVlaravich Moncrief. Even though many of the teachers have been out of high school for years, they tried to relive that time for one hour. When asked about the game Coach Colvin replied, Thank goodness it was only for one hour.'f ' 7? A - - kk W Q si' 6? .i Q, RN. ty NSA ,, M Li 4 s ui,-f its .44 .fx 1 . ,js , . .H 2, .VH l, , flwqihd-l..mt .-1. ga iff. Mk Jesse Spears lVlath llg Algebra ll George Stadter American l-listoryg Eng- lish lll Marilyn Steen Geometry: Algebra ll Ollie Taylor P. E. Sam Taylor Algebra llg Geometry Kathy Tollett Biology Larry Ussery P. E.g Athletics James Vines Nlath ll Paul VonDiezelski Athleticsg Free Enter- prise Willie Wafer Secretary Caressa Walker Typing lg Business Machines D. S. Welch Typing ll: Data Pro- cessingg Business lVla- chines IVlrs. Retina A. West General Businessg Busi- ness lVlath E. lvl. Wooten Bookkeeping and Ac- counting I, Il Cleo Wroten Biology: Chemistry LEFT: Coach Col' vin and a fevv mem- bers of the IVIOB, discuss plans for the homecoming dance. Faculty l4l ABOVE: Miss Bethae has the attention of her Home Ec Ill students as she shows them the correct procedure of inserting a zipper. FHGHT: Nliss Fogger helps Susie Knight clear up a problem in Home Ec. 142 Student Teachers fi . w' 3 . vo we he 4 'K , W . . ' ' f x Q . 1 .is A, in i i i , ,,i 1 s ' 5-s. 5 2954+ ,.,, ,.., I 4 Y 2- t. !?4u..i ., W.. -Q , Vrwfif T SPATAFGWQ. if fi , T r f f W 7 1 4A if .l f , . - ,g ' I g I Q is 34+--i f ffi,9iee DELim'ts alluiwwvr' K ' r I . - 1 lm s 2' i- TOP: Miss Brown smiles as raised eyebrows igreet her wholly different approach to home economics. ABOVE: Spatafora's, commonly called Spat's, has all the advantages of a handy location, 1700 LOUISVILLE AVE., and free delivery. For added convenience and service phone in your orders at 323-0371. SPATAFORA'S REXALL DRUGS is a sure sign that you're getting quality medi- cines. Vp., p '-,' 1 r.'f . :A ments 'rrr Y YF.. - yew -1r, fs iii is s Students Learn by Teaching lt's a long way from textbook theory to practical application, said Miss Jane Brown, a future home ec teacher. And nobody realizes that like student teachers! For the most part, education majors are calm, rational people until confronted with a classroom of diverse personalities and varying aptitudes. lt is then that they must utilize all knowledge garnered from instruction and observation. Student teaching offers advantages to everyone involved. It obviously provides the budding instructor with practical experience, but it exposes veteran teachers as well to new methods and updated information. Yet it is the pupil who reaps the largest benefit, that of a fresh approach to a sometimes stale subject. A speech teacher hopeful, lVliss Ava Brewster, arranged for her students to attend a play by award-winning Grambling student Judi Ann lvlason. The latest chemistry techniques were displayed by lVlr. Randy Hammett in an entertaining and enlightening manner according to one student. Several young educators agree that Teaching has certainly been a learning experience. Student Teachers 143 Room 1 O5 Is for Students' Service OH, NO! I can't find my Psychology book anywhere! exclaimed Tina James. Go to 105 and check lost and found, replied Cathy Swihart. Room 105, Student Senfices, is the answer to most students needs at school. Someone is always check- ing in or out of school or getting an absentee excuse approved. lt's easy to see why it is called Student Servicesg the place is al- ways full of k.ids, said lVlarty Fisher. as .... KU 'Mt-J 144 Student Services ,feggvz - ABOVE: Tommy Thompson signs his name on the check-out list in order to leave school for an appointment. ABOVE RIGHT: Renne Eppinette records the daily absentee list as part of her duties as a Student Service aid. RIGHT: Janis Hill and Dorothy Hill find 105 a convenient place to prepare lessons. fi LEFT: Chief Ross awaits the arrival of stu- dents in the resource room. BELOVV: Chief Searles works on daily reports while students complete their assignments. Students Solve Problems on Their Own Resources 'Sitting in the resource room is certainly no fun, said one student after completing the work he was assigned. l've never done this much work in all my life, said another. Students report to the resource room as one method of discipline for office suspension and unruly conduct. Here, under the supervision of Chief Ross and Chief Searles, they are isolated from the other students to make up the work they are missing. The resource room allows a student to be in school and remain a part of the educational process while not disturbing others. Students in the resource room eat lunch between lunch shifts and must stay in the room at all other times. Chief Searles said, I think the resource room has proven beneficial in reducing discipline problems considerably. RESOLII ce Room V15 RIGHT: Tina James and Kathy Swihart get into some shifty business at SPEED WORLD, LOUISVILLE AVENUE. Stocking high performance parts and supplies, Speed World can give your car the edge on the street or call Speed World at track, Come by or 323-3209 where they sell speed. FAR RIGHT: Rex Dillingham checks out the modern equipment at MAYO INC. Located at 4212 STERLINGTON ROAD, Mayo uses only the newest equipment on drilling. With their radioactive logging recorder, Mayo can precisely locate oil and ,ai Advertising Insures Good gas. But locating the well is only half the job. After it is found, Mayo blows the holes to open the reservoir. Call Mayo, 343-0822, lt's a gas. BELOW: STATE FARM AGENT JAMES W. CAYER, lends Barry Lee support for car financing. The good neighbor, located at 409 SHERIDAN, can cover all insurance from auto to life. Call Mr. Cayer at 323-0521 where making deals on wheels is his business. BOTTOM: Tim Manley and Bud Morgan select the right tools from SOUTHERN W at JAMES WITCAYERR CAR FINANCING I . ,.,, , , r .str 5 'Elf 4' ' L-'P 1 1 1 5 ' 4. Mya. ,f . , . , , at sl f f I I ' g by J Q ,. hlgh . M S -wi M s' . , - Qs' lr 1 . N . A LTLQSS HARDWARE, 108-110 WALNUT. They have tools, nails, screws, and any hardware supplies for the regular handyman or the professional business contractor. 3 F .. -.fs 4,1 E s.1l- V? X Inga'-Q1 HES 146 Advertisement Advertisement 147 Penthouse, Playboy, and Oui are three of the few publications not found in the Ouachita library, although the shelves are well-stacked. The librarians keep the shelves updated by subscribing to over thirty-five periodicals. Many students enter the library just to read the latest issue of their favorite magazine. This year, Ouachita students do not have to read them the old'fashioned way. For N. RW-45 5455: - fee. T552 ' 148 Library the first time magazines can be read electronically. A new microfiche reader is available. This process enables more than one student to read a magazine at once, saves storage space, and permits the librarians to keep magazines for a longer time. But periodicals are not the only student interests in the library. Books remain popular. Betty Cavannah fans, and Kurt Vonnegut followers constantly search the library I .,., .1 s ,,. . I I 4- we You Can Book It for a newly-published book. To make reading even more inter- esting the library has added learning bags containing a paperback book and cassette. Students may read the book then use the cassette for a brief review, or use the tape alone as a summary of the book. Whether it's for the issues or the answers, the Ouachita library is stacked with knowledge. ff ff ABOVE LEFT: Nancy Batson checks out a novel needed for her term paper from Miss Johnson, the para-professional librarian. ABOVE: Miss Jewell McMurray demon- strates electronic magazine reading using microfiche reader in the library. Ute- 'Z , N za, , 4 W , ',21:f5!V ABOVE: Rhonda Smith explores newly- arrived learning bags in the library. TOP LEFT: From 16,000 books, Jimmy Scott selects the biography he needs to complete his research paper. LEFT: Taking advantage of the well stacked magazine shelves, Tommy Lewis browses through his favorite publication. Library 149 'P E el Cafeteria Qaiets Roaring Lion H anger If you vvant a hamburger, some pizza, or red beans and rice, then dining in the Ouachita cafeteria is for you. Cafeteria workers try hard to please faculty and students with vvell- balanced meals. The workers also keep the vvhole cafeteria as clean as possible. With all the pressures of students talking from every direction the ladies are still very hospitable and occasionally crack jokes with students. Like the canteen, the cafeteria is for the students to take out a fevv minutes to relax, enjoy a good meal, and talk with friends. l5O Cafeteria ...af I Q Qt Janitoring Is One Accident After Another Broken bottles, scattered candy paper, and spilled India ink are just a fevv of the messes faced by the janitorial staff during a usual vvork day. Unlike the faculty and student body of Ouachita, the janitors did not work on an 8: 15 to 3: 15 schedule. lt takes them a little longer to scrape up half-chevved gum and to replace windows broken by immature loiterers. The staff arrives at school early and begins work immediately. When the students of Ouachita leave, the janitorial staff is still busy cleaning the school. Go get lVlr. Sharbono. He can fix it. lVlr. Sharbono and his staff are depended on by the students and faculty of Ouachita when they are faced vvith messy situations. FAR LEFT TOP: Making sure things don't get out of hand Dora Washington cautiously hands Karen Crim her lunch plate. FAR LEFT BO'I'I'OlVl: The offensive line of the mighty Lion football team takes advantage of the nutritious meals served in the cafe- teria. TOP: After the second lunch shift ends lVlrs. Nola Johnson cleans, the canteen for the next day's canteen rush. RIGHT: Cleaning window screens, ordinarily a spring cleaning activity, is done weekly in the Ouachita Cafeteria by lVIrs. Lula Gilbert. Students Drag Around the Smoking Area Hey man, got a light? Oh no! l'm out of lVlarlboros! The area beside the auditorium smoked with come ments like these. Every day, vvhether pouring dovvn rain, or sunny and hot, people gathered outside to be with friends and enjoy their smoking privilege. Students almost lost these privileges early in the year because of their carelessness in keeping the area clean. VVord was sent from the office that if not tidied up, the smoking area would be closedg no ifs, ands, or butts. With this threat hovering overhead like a dingy cloud, fellow smokers joined to straighten up the area. Although shunned by most, and only tolerated by music students vvho had to cross it daily, the smoking area remained a popular gathering place for those vvho couldn't wait until after school for another smoke. 152 Smoking Area 4 .. 1 .r, BELOVV: First lunch shift filled the canteen with noisy students during the school year. BOTTOIVI: John Sanderson, Country Sanderson, and Billy Nubles linger among the debris after the bell to finish their drinks. BOTTOM LEFT: Groups of friends fill Ouachita's smoking area discussing last night's concert or the weekend parties. LEFT: Taking that last drag and eating the final potato chip, Cindy Oglesbee, Lisa Norris, Janet Justice, and Tarnmie Benefield relax before going to fourth period. fi K Y -, ,rr as-max-'mn K 1-mm-.mv--1 , 5 6 5 1 et, ,i,u, 2:11 -. Junk oods Rule As one approaches the end of the north vving, laughter emerges from a large room. Straight ahead, students scatter everywhere, cramming candy into their mouths, and gulping soft drinks. Being very careful not to trip over small cliques formed on the floor, one might be able to fight his way through to the candy counter. Get me some lVl8tlVl's! You kids quit breaking linel Constant laughter and talking fill the canteen. Each lunch shift students pile into the canteen and scrape up enough money to purchase junk foods from one of the teachers helping sell snacks. The canteen offers a place for students to take a break from school work and to converse with friends. lt's a crazy place, but I enjoy going to the canteen at lunch, says Carla Bingham. Canteen 153 Foreign Language Students 154 Foreign Languages Study Life Styles Foreign language classes are not just a study of languages, but the cultures and backgrounds ofthe countries and the people in them. Under the instruction of V. P. Dalrymple and Oretha Robinson the classes broadened students' minds to a better understanding of other people and other ways of Iifex TOP: A Spanish student demonstrates a pinata to his class. RIGHT: Carolyn Hogg, Dawn Hudson, and Paula IVIurphy celebrate Christmas ala France. .English Classes Are Meaning-ful ,,.a-4 Whether you like it or not, you think in words, so you had better learn to use them! For years, cries like this have issued from the lips of English teachers. But at Ouachita, English drops its repetitious verb, noun, and punctuation approach and seeks to provide students insight as to why English is important. English teachers mingle fun with work and pay personal attention to each student in an attempt to make English a meaningful and useful language. Students are given the privilege of expressing ideas and thoughts freely in the classroom via oral and written reports, themes, and stories. Ouachita's English teachers fully agree with IVlrs. Schlosman, who states, Whenever anything is written or anything is read, it means ideas are being communicated from one person to another, and where would we be without communication? LEFT: Desks piled high with books are evidence of the work done by senior English students. BELOW: Marty Day memorizes a difficult quotation from Julius Caesar. English 155 Fun Is Part of The dates I vvant you to remember are . . Statements starting out like this are the most dreaded vvords ever to come out of the mouth of any social studies teachers, except for those at Ouachita. Dull, dry, note taking and memorization bother most students. At Ouachita, hovvever, this is not the rule. Research and group discussions delve into the past and the present as a Ouachita History major part of Ouachita's social studies classes. Skits and special programs put on by students add interest and entertain as vvell. lVliss Joiner, American history teacher, has special fun chapters set aside for such activities. Whatever discomforts may be suffered by students in the course of social studies are minimized by both student and faculty effort. is S I ,ia .,., at ig ' . .. 1 LEFT: Stressing American disadvantages, Mr. Stadter points out deciding factors in the Spanish-American War. BELOW LEFT: Scott Covington, Willie Guess, and Scott Glover find time to horse around after an American history test. BELOW CENTER: Students like these in Coach VonDiezelski's third period were displeased with the change in graduation requirements that added a new course, Free Enterprise. Debbie Ivy, a busy Ouachita student, doesn't have to rush to the bank during banking hours. She can withdraw money anytime of the day or night with Banker 24 at AMERI- CAN BANK. And so can you at any of the American Bank offices, 1500 NORTH 18th, 2103 NORTH 7th WEST MONROE, and 601 STERLINGTON ROAD. Social Studies 157 RIGHT: lVlrs. VVroten watches the hands of candy-hungry students in her.5th period biology class. FAR RIGHT: lVlrs. Tollett passes out Biology work sheets for a new chapter on amphibians. BELOW RIGHT: lVlr. Sasser boils some liquid nitrogen by pouring it on the floor. BELOW: Sophomore Connie Laffoon pin points the answer to a biology question in lVlr. Jones room. f . 158 Science Sczenee Opens Students' Eyes excitement to the subjects by allowing science students to test hypotheses and record results for themselves. Special science seminars held at NLU are attended by selected Ouachita students. These conferences are designed for extra in-depth study of science and prove to students that science is more than test tubes and studying frogs. Science 159 umbers Donlt Count in Math Imagination plays a vital role in the daily lives of students. lVlath, although not thought of as a creative subject, is an imaginary one because of the abstract thinking it involves. For some students, imagination, or the lack of it, equals failure, not in the sense of being original, but in the respect of passing math. These students have hard times visualizing and applying math concepts. These difficulties usually lead to undesirable test scores and rank math among the hardest courses required for graduation. After all, it is hard to grasp something that does not exist, and Numbers don't exist, explains lVlrs. Steen to algebra and geometry students. lVlath is strictly imaginary! 'l6O lvlath . f me - TOP FAR LEFT: Mrs. Steen uses an eagle eye and a left wing to check an Algebra 11 test. BOTTOM FAR LEFT: Scotty Tripp uses a ruler, pencil, and a steady hand to construct geometric designs. LEFT: Mr. Spears searches for Carolyn Brinson's mis- take in a quadratic procedure. BOTTOM CENTER: Mr. Peske points out the differ- ence betvveen conjugates and inverses to his Algebra ll class. LEFT: Lisa Sanders finds just the clothes she needs for any occasion at Luci-Lee's. LUCI-LEE WOMEN'S APPAREL has any- thing you need for casual or formal dress. Call 388-2680 or come by our shop in Mc- MILLAN MALL. Math 161 Students Wrestle With Co-educa tion The physical education department has undergone quite a change in 76477. Under a new federal law, co-ed P. E. classes are taught at all schools, and Ouachita is no exception. Now males and females often compete with each other in recreational games. When the sexes are segregated, girls take part in volleyball, softball, and folk dancing. Boys participate in wrestling, basketball, and volleyball. Wrestling is a new part of the 'PPT curriculum of the boys muscle- building classes. Coach Cleveland, an old hand at the Greco-Roman sport, teaches the boys conditioning for the grueling three minutes of a wrestling match and the holds to render an opponent helpless. Students at first snickered at the idea of co-education, and wrestling, but gradually learned the value of getting along with the opposite sex, and the art of self defense. 162 Physical Education ABOVE LEFT: Mrs. LaBlanc's P. E. classes practice coordination and good timing needed for square dancing. ABOVE: P. E. students loosen muscles before proceeding to the day's schedule. TOP: Greg Smith unsuccessfully tries to slam the ball against Charlie Young in a 2nd period volleyball game. TOP: Standing in the afternoon heat, John Hayes and Jerry Yates welcome the com- mand of Port Arms which signals the close of a drilling session. ABOVE: Benjie Kizer, Jeanne Brown and Jimmy Hicks beat cadance for Ouachita's NJROTC at the annual Natchitoches Christmas parade. ABOVE RIGHT: On the bus from Natchitoches, Bill Ross guards the 3rd place award for out- standing marching performance. JR OTC Steps Out The 1977 NJROTC continues its busy schedule. Besides the everyday school activities, they travel on many learning expeditions. They marched in Minden, in the area Christmas parades, and during Mardi Gras, in New Orleans. Many ofthe future Navy officers boarded the carrier USS Enterprise to observe a sailor's busy life. Others visited Meridian, Mississippi, once for a track meet, and later for observing life on base. Some Ouachita students have uncer- tain futures, but NJ ROTC students have already stepped ahead. If they continue with their goals, they can have stable careers in the military. NJROTC 163 If the Apron Fits, Wear It! For six years men's lib has been alive and well at Ouachita. Guys invaded the woman's world by enrolling in Home and Family Living. In these co-ed classes, students learn etiquette, consumer education, how to perform business transactions, and simple social graces. Other Home Ec courses are offered for three years to girls interested in child care, creative arts and related 164 Home Ec subjects. Clothing and nutrition are still the main topics. Passing by the Home Ec department one can recognize the unit of study by aroma of food or the busy whirr of sewing machines. Academic courses prepare a person for future occupations, but Home Ec applies to right novv. It teaches the basics of life, remarked Darlene Nelson. .,,'f2 l L Speech Students Now that l've had speech, I don't get as nenlous talking in front of people as I used to, declares Kim Bearden. The speech program strives to bring out self-expression in each student, and in turn, sharpens communication abilities. Area tournaments throughout 76-77 gave Ouachita students a chance to further develop their skills in oral interpretation, poetry, and debate. . . ., ss. Act Good Voices could be heard throughout the auditorium as Mrs. DeBurr's Speech ll students rehearsed the one act play they performed at the Northeast and Grambling speech tournaments. For some first-year speech students, the course isn't just an easy or the chance to entertain during assemblies. As Stephen Plummer puts it, Speech isn't all play. 3 . it fx 7 Y. LEFT: Sondra West and Lisa Blackwelder can't keep a straight face even when Mark Valladio is murdered by villian Jimmy Scott. FAR LEFT: Miss Bethae scans Debbie Holmes' finished collar for flaws. ABOVE FAR LEFT: Sylvia Lopez practices setting a table in Home Ec, one step toward be- coming a good housewife and hostess. ABOVE LEFT: Billie Falgout's pie ends up in Mike Durham's face rather than on the table. ABOVE: Doug McKeithen and Cheryl Hill watch Mark Boothe descend into the manhole in the production of 39 Dollar Man. Speech 165 Personalities Explode in Art You'Il need jute for macrame', acrylic paint, a small jar of gesso, and don't forget India ink! says lVlrs. Dante. By combining some of these utensils, students create eye- catching effects for enjoyment land a gradell. Joseph Spann says, Even if ldon't make an A, I still have fun doing the projects. Students combine their talent and art media to create unique projects which allow students to express their feelings and deepest thoughts. Art gives all of us a chance to express ourselves without talking, says Cheryl Renfrow. A career in the art field can result from the effort and imagination displayed in art class. 166 Art ABOVE: lVlatt Walker applies the finishing touches to his papier mache' snowman. TOP: A pattern of square knots adds interest to Joy Dillingham's macrame' project. RIGHT: Lori Tully starts a new water color painting for her 6th period art class. sed' LEFT: Tommy Easterling, Charles Richards, and Ricky Duncan straighten up their uni- forms before the halftime presentation. BELOW: Newly installed practice rooms are used for the development of the musical skills of Anne Braddock. BO'l'l'OlVl: lVlr. Roberts helps a small sophomore soprano group smooth out difficult notes in Fall Leaves Fall. ' ...- ... ,- Q.. . ,fa ... ,W ,vs ,nv- . . 1 Music Notes High Support Music applies not only to the musically-inclined students of Ouachita but also to the not-so- musically-inclined. Students who aren't in the band or choir enjoy the entertainment they provide at concerts and assemblies. To reach even more people, a whole new course was added to the music department. The humanities class has been instituted to heighten student awareness of the customs, art, music, and folklore of various cultures. To understand music, you can't just listen, you've got to be invoIved, revealed Jackie Burgin. Almost one-sixth ofthe Ouachita student body supports his statement by enrolling and actively participating in one or more music-related areas. 6 l l li R T R E VV IVI N A S D A N T O T H D E S S E R T C A T B D L R U U Division S O R A W A E S R T E T B T E VV O S G H A E N I I T E G N S E K Division rg.. A 4 T? Q W K 5 5 nf an 'QW QB' Y la T W Whole New Year Begins With Positive Outlook ln mid-August, guys reluctantly resumed football practice, as girls frantically began amassing their fall wardrobes. The general sentiment was one of melancholy as carefree summer melted into school routine. Of course, the sophomores experienced a tingle of newnessp but even high school veterans felt the sensation of metamorphosis. Ouachita had changed. The physical alterations were readily visible. There were an expanded band room, improved parking facilities, and long-awaited air 170 First Days conditioning. But another, more important, transformation had taken place over the brief summer. On the whole, student attitudes were more positive than they had been. There was more willingness and desire to be involved in school activities than in years past. lVlrs. Grafton expressed it well, l felt it from the first. lt was a togetherness unusual for any high school. From the start, 1976-77 seemed to be more than just another year. lt appeared to be a whole new experience. LEFT: IVlrs. Velma Jones sweeps away a summers worth of dirt from a window screen in opening preparations for the cafe- teria. FAR LEFT: Sophomores question senior senators and executive council mem- bers about homerooms and classes during the opening days of school. BOTTOM FAR LEFT: lVlr. Charles Wilkins adjusts one of many wall clocks in his shop. He's an expert that will be happy to help you find just the clock to go above the mantle or stand in the entrance hall. KLOCK KRAFTS, 2311 SOUTH GRAND, 387-8090, specializes in clock repair, stripping and refinishing furni- ture. BELOW: Naomi Watson, co-editor of the 76-77 yearbook, helps issue Ouachita's first fall delivery yearbook, the 75-76 Roarer. 5. +uw.M,,,w. Wmmbwe First Days 171 172 First Days TOP: Tiger Turner, Wanda Sandidge, and Terri Hale stand for the morning colors, starting a whole new day. RIGHT: Doug Young points out to classmate Tim Pruitt the room number corresponding to the num- ber on his schedule during sophomore orien- tation. ABOVE: You've just finished plans for Rover's new house and the first thing you need is lumber. A nice paint job will make his house even more a home and the best place to buy lumber and paint is J. B. McCOY LUIVIBER CONIPANY, 901 SOUTH GRAND. From doghouses to townhouses IVlcCoy can take care of your building needs. fF '3EWfT'... 4. 19 gg I ll Ouachita Makes a Clean Sweep To Start '76, a Whole New Year With the opening of school, students weren't the only ones who had to reassemble for classes. Ouachita's faculty got on the job earlier, reviewing and planning the year. ln the office, homerooms, class schedules, and opening day plans were laid out. We teachers have it worse than the students! cried one teacher. At least they have three whole months off. Custodians and maids finished the last minute tasks of cleaning classrooms and halls at Ouachita and mowing the surrounding lawns. These long hours of preparation made the 1976-77 opening day one of the smoothest ever. Excited students in new clothes entered a clean building for a whole new well-planned year. TOP: Drew Haynes allows the excited soph- omores time to calm down before briefing them on Ouachita's whole new way of doing things. Opening Days 173 lVIrs. IVlclVIuIIen, owner of lVIcIVluIlen's Flower Shop assists a customer in selecting a flower arrangement for a sick friend. Flowers for a birthday, a loved one, or just to say hello can be found in the large variety of flowers found at lVIclVluIlen's Flower Shop. Area resi- dents shop regularly at lVlclVlULLEN'S FLOWER SHOP, 912 S. 3rd. Call 323-6522 for deliveries. 174 Pep Rallies LEFT: The J. V. football team proves to be a spirited bunch at the Fair Park pep rally. BOTTOM LEFT: With bellowing voices and outstretched arms these mighty Lion supporters try their best to out shout the opposite side of the gym. BELOW: Varsity cheerleaders Karen Draper, Connie lVlcCain, Peggy Trimble, Susan Ensminger, and Pam Puckett wish they were Ouachita Lions at the homecoming pep rally. Boogie Fever Epidemic Hits Ouachita Pep Rallies A new time, place, and 1,300 scream- ing faithful Lion supporters all contributed in the most spirit-filled pep rallies at Ouachita in years. Students gathered in the gym at 9:00 each Friday morning and began firing up the mighty Lion football team for the upcoming tilt. Cheerleaders urged the three classes to yell louder, the Dandy-Lions gave a preview of the night's performance, and the band filled the packed gym with the sound of lively fight songs. Students and faculty took more interest in pep rallies during 76-77 and the spirit paid off as Ouachit. rolled to victory after victory. Special pep rallies featured the Little People and the Dragonettes. Competition for the weekly spirit stick brought down the ceiling with the ear-bursting roars of each class' victory cry. Each pep rally had its own individuality. As put by Lynee' Graves, Others, like myself, will probably remember the Ouachita vs. Neville rally. After all, it led up to a super victory! Spirit Boosters 175 176 After Games TOP: After using up all of her energy at the football game, Jackie Moore munches down on a piece of pizza. ABOVE LEFT: Laura Causey turns from happy Darlene and Cindy Nelson to chat with Mrs. Sue Bryan about the results of the Neville football game. ABOVE: Still filled with the excitement of the game, Lion fans stream into the doors of North Monroe Baptist Church to enjoy the food and fellowship offered to them. RIGHT: Olinkraft is more than just a paper mill. Sure, we make paper-about 1,500 tons of paper and paperboard daily but we also produce lumber, plywood, particleboard, corrugated containers, beverage carriers, cartons, and bags for groceries, charcoal briquets, and chemical plus special coated and laminated paperboards. We've even developed packaging machinery systems. So you see OLINKRAFT is more than just a paper mill. We'd Like You To Know Us Better. Headquarters: WEST MONROE, LOUISIANA. .i i l l i Excitement Lingers After Games f This year at Ouachita is the most l unified I have seen, said Shorty l Herbert. Even after a game kids l like to talk and have fun. Pizza parlors and hamburger joints could enjoy skits and songs as well as food. provided Ouachita students with a place for relaxation while giving them a chance to eat. Other students preferred the fellowship in the more organized surroundings of North Monroe Baptist Church. Here they Connie Hyde said, Whether we win or lose, it's always fun to get together with friends! i , 8 . . L - ' ' ,ji ji' l iii V ' V. -. 11 ' aisle ,. - fi K It I :R Q e,.V Y ' - L , .. 2 W 'u'm,1 V O, , -W'A g,'bi ' ' t , K :JW 0 if f W 'A' i ' pf if sl se T kv si ii, 3 3 Qvx R 'W t Gif fix , L stiff: if dr ' We ' i 1 r t- t. E? '-t .5 fi 3'..q'frfflZ ' is . 'N W it t r- , A' O if N' t t if L In W ' ff' ?' i i K' - 'K , ,V ta, ' r f I, t ' 'A W V ' r.' we ., '7 - . i 'S . fi , Q A ,Q g . iyst . 'jp 1-7 Wt H gg 1 , 3 , I , 'Q 4. i- O J, . ,ffl 4 H Q' Q ml? ' :st Pon , - - a i r I , ,,.'I22i. HSC- 'U g 'f ' ' il-, ,t , , , ' ' l E , ... , ' . V . cu at ,-253 ' 'A I H-,-Q I i DLI KRAFT We'd Like You To Know Us Better. Headquarters located in West Monroe, Louisiana 71291 AftelGan1es 177 ns.. 1 . fgw 5flI, f 5ll l, ? v 9 Q! l . Hqv R F 1, 91:1 H is A Sugar- -Spice Forecasts Delicious Homecoming TOP LEFT: Fifty-three smiling contestants welcome parents, students, and faculty to the Homecoming Preview. LEFT: Contes- tants Karen Duke, Melissa Pittman, and Sharon Grayson flash their smiles at the students during their final walk before the voting. ABOVE: Susan Clark,Mara Flanagan, Margaret Duke, and Loyce Mills entertain the crowd with their little girls antics at the Homecoming Preview. Recipe: 1O art students 2 young-at-heart adults 1OO'XJ co-operation 72 hours Combine all ingredients in large auditorium. Add 1300 students. Mix thoroughly. Step back and inspect the results. What do you have? . . . the 1976 Homecoming Preview. It was different from the past in many ways. A record was set in the Ouachita preview history: contestants represented each of fifty-th ree home- room classes. In the past homerooms sponsored junior and senior girls only, but in 1976 they were able to nominate sophomore girls. For the first time since 1969 sophomores were included in homecoming preview. Not only did the preview have a record number of girls, but the voting was different also. Instead of voting on lunch shifts, the students voted for the court while still in the auditorium. After the ballots were completed students remained seated while a teacher committee tallied the votes. Thirty minutes later, the 1976 Homecoming court was announced. Preview 179 Local Businesses Fzll Students Needs ABOVE: Whether the doll is seventeen years old or forty years young Rags for Dolls has the suitable wardrobe for her. Lynee Graves adds a spark to her after 5 wardrobe with a dress for her personality. Beautiful clothes at affordable prices are waiting for you at RAGS FOR DOLLS, 2305 FORSYTHE AVENUE. TOP RIGHT: No one enjoys receiving bills. But there is a Bill everyone enjoys knovving. lVlr. Bill Parks, ovvner of Parks Tire and Supply, joins with co-worker Johnny Simmons in inviting you to drop by and chat. PARKS TIRE AND SUPPLY located at 507 NORTH 6th stocks a complete line of automotive parts. If your exhaust pipe is exhausted drop by Parks or call 387-1722. Someone there cares. RIGHT: What you see is what you get at the Piccadilly Cafeteria. Whether you're the partying type or quiet the Piccadilly can serve you right. The Piccadilly has facilities to accommodate a large group anytime. The convenient, quick, buffet style service and experienced workers join to make your night out even better. Pick a dilly of a restaurant. PICCADILLY CAFETERIA located at the TWIN CITY NIALL. 180 Advertisement Kim Stites Adds Crowning Glory to Homecoming Sugar and spice and everything nice sums up the outstanding qualities of Ouachita's 1976 Homecoming queen. Kim Stites, daughter of lVlr. and Nlrs. Frank Stites, vvas chosen by the student body from 53 contestants representing homerooms. Kim participated in Dandy Lions and choir all her high school years. She ABOVE LEFT: Flashing a brilliant smile, Kim senses another Lion victory. ABOVE RIGHT: Little Miss Kim Stites presents her version of De Lion during the Name that Lion assembly. RIGHT: Backstage at the Ouachita Awards Day Assembly, assistants Kim Stites and Pam Puckett react to the announcement of Kim's scholarship to N. L. U. was very active in Y-Teens during her junior year and served as Corresponding Secretary on the Student Council her senior year. Kim received a scholarship to NLU to further her education. As Kim Stites added another accomplishment to her life, Ouachita added one more queen to its history. Oueen 181 .Jar- Ouachita Goes to Court DWI 's, speeding, and wreckless driving are tickets to court for many people. But during 1976 Ouachita went to court for Homecoming. The date was October 22, 1976. The setting for the trial was the Lion stadium. The Lion fans served as the judges for the homecoming trial. Finally, after minutes of confrontation, the jury reached their decision. Ouachita was found guilty of demolishing the Bastrop Rams, stomping the North Caddo Rebels, and slaughtering of the Richwood Rams. The judges sentenced them to one night of honoring the beautiful girls elected to their court. Ouachita's Homecoming court consisted of ten girls. Three classes 182 Homecoming Court For Homecoming were represented on the homecoming court this year, the sophomores, juniors, and seniors. Ouachita's Homecoming queen was Miss Kim Stites. lVliss Pam Puckett, a varsity cheerleader, served as maid of honor. The senior class was represented by Misses Chrystel Sharp, Peggy Trimble, and Beth Walley. The junior maids were Diane Grubbs, Darlene Nelson, and Glenda Grayson. The maids chosen to represent the sophomores were Terri Towery and Terri Williams. lVlany people who go to court lose something, but Ouachita gained something. . . A beautiful homecoming and a court to match. LEFT: A diamond is on every young lady's dream list and at Zale's, the diamond store, there is one to suit your taste. Visit ZALE'S in the lVlclVlILLAN IVIALL, WEST MONROE for fine jewelry, china or silver. TOP LEFT: Members of the 1976 Home- coming Court stretch to see hovv much farther the Lions have to go for a touch- dovvn. FAR LEFT: Sophomore maid, Terri Williams cries tears of joy after being named to the court. LEFT: The 1976 Homecoming Court lfront rovvl Diane Grubbs, Kim Stites, Terri Williams lsecond rovvl Terri Tovvery, Darlene Nelson, Glenda Grayson lback rovvl Chrystel Sharp, Peggy Trimble, Pam Puckett, and Beth Walley. Court 183 Ouachita Gets It Together For Homecoming The Homecoming of 1976 was differ- ent from the previous seven years. lt had been called Ouachita Day, this year it was renamed Homecoming. Ouachita carried on the tradition of special preparations for Home- coming. . .the Dandy-Lions danced and decorated the stadium. . .the band practiced. . . Homecoming court rehearsed and the queen's throne was constructed. But the traditional prep- arations produced a whole new concept of Homecoming. There was no time set aside from the school day for decorating and building displays. An exception, lVlr. Halbrook's Senior English classes volunteered their skills to construct a permanent style queen's throne. The Homecoming Preview, held on lVlonday of Homecoming Week, even had some changes. For the first time sophomores were allowed to participate. More importantly, results of the voting were announced immediately instead of at the end of the week. A faculty committee tallied the results before the students returned to their classes. The court then practiced the presentation ceremony for the remaining four days before Homecoming. Different, new, special . . . keys to a whole new Ouachita in 1977, only partially prepared the Lions for a whole new Homecoming. TOP: The lVIOB didn't make S100,000.00 as the box says but Mark Rutherford's 32.50 for the Homecoming dance ticket helps Nanette Shepard and Christy Schultz toward their goal. CENTER: Ouachita band practices Love Will Keep Us Together for the Homecoming routine of the Dandy-Lions. BOTTOIVI: Steve Huey, Christy Johnson, and Mary Singler do their part in the con- struction ofthe queen's throne. 184 Homecoming Preparations P V ..4,.w- QMZMNMQWW M.,,,,, X ' , A 1 my Nm Q , , 4,:'f'i'4 MCI-f 1 - -J, 1 hy' Y' A vs 'Wadi .A 592, ' rf NW X x su . Y Homecoming 185 Special Guests Highlight Homecoming Two queens? . . . A helicopter? .. . Governor Edwards is going to crown her? Rumors of this sort were circulated around Ouachita the week of homecoming. On homecoming night, Ouachita fans crammed into the Lion Stadium to find out which rumors were true. Typically Ouachita did not settle for a regular homecoming routine. As expected, halftime ceremonies were full of surprises. With a roll of drums, silence descended on Lion Stadium. Long- time Voice ofthe Lions, State Senator Lawerence Gibbs, intoned, Here to crown Ouachita's 1976 home' 1: coming queen is lVlr. George Peppard, star of his own show 'Banacekf The crowd gasped as lVlr. Peppard stepped from the car. Oh, I wish I were Kim! . . . Look, he's going to kiss her!l Ouachita introduced another new twist, two honorees. lVliss Carrie Drew and Oueen Kim Stites shared the spot- light. lVliss Drew, a former teacher at Ouachita, was elected a beauty in her high-school years. The 1976 homecoming court was presented to the crowd at halftime. The maids were escorted by their fathers and walked through an O formed by the band and Dandy Lions. Oueen Kim Stites was crowned homecoming Sweetheart with Pam Puckett serving as lVlaid of Honor. The senior class was represented by lVlisses Beth Walley, Chrystel Sharp, and Peggy Trimble, while the junior maids were Glenda Grayson, Dianne Grubbs, and Darlene Nelson. For the first time in three years, the sophomore class was represented by Terri Towery and Terri Williams. The 1976 homecoming court reigned over a victorious game. The mighty Ouachita Lions were able to hold a 7-O halftime lead over West lVlonroe until the final buzzer. A star, two queens, and another Lion triumph, made the 1976 Ouachita homecoming as unique as Ouachita itself. 186 Homecoming S 3, i. ge 1 i 1. V tv s E4 ti' ,M ,. ,, ua, Q, ' r'wx:f:.. rigs , 12,464 if . w M W' n ln FAR LEFT: The honored guests, Miss Drew and her escort, Commander McEnery, Mr. Peppard, and Kim Stites, pause for the Alma Mater. TOP: The Big Red run victoriously onto the field to greet the conquered team. BOTTOM: Nervous but excited Senior maids, Chrystel Sharp and Peggy Trimble survey the close of the second quarter of the home- coming game. ABOVE: After placing an order for a dozen red roses for his girl friend, Doble Mixon, left, admires the enormous selection of flower arrangements in Parker's Flower Shop. Scott Miller, a Ouachita alumnus, is ready to assist Monroe and West Monroe residents with their floral needs. Come by PARKER'S FLOWER SHOP at 1101 JACK- SON, or call 325-1751 for beautiful service. Homecoming 187 RIGHT: Sharon Ingram and Jim Lynch cast their ballots for Executive Council. BELOVV: Juniors Caroline Frandsen and Donna Green, and sophomore Hal Stricklin vote for the Homecoming Court during lunch. ku ABOVE: lVlr. Art Sharplin directs the maneu- vering of a large plow to be reinstalled on a dozer. SHARPCO can handle any welding or large machinery problem. Sharpco, FONTANA ROAD, is equipped with the largest supply of pipe and metal materials in North Louisiana. TOP: During the Executive Council election, posters of different shapes, sizes, and colors line the halls. Whole New System Gets Vote O Confidence To avoid the hassle and confusion of registration, voters at Ouachita used a whole new system. Students were required to submit a valid I. D. as proof of identification prior to casting ballots. The new procedure allows voting to flow much quicker than last year, remarked Executive Council member Laura Causey. Throughout the year, elections kept participation high. ln mid-October sophomore senate elections intro- duced the newcomers to Ouachita's student government. Almost 85W of the sophomore class turned out to choose their representatives. The biggest Ouachita election in terms of student response was to pick eleven girls to serve on Homecoming court. Students also chose a name for Ouachita's new mascot. From a list of 54 suggestions, Cheepa ll won by a margin of 109. A record sixty-th ree candidates ran for the six vacant offices of Executive Council left by graduating seniors. The year's last election, immediately followed that of Execu- tive Council, and chose junior and senior senators. llllomen's Lib and ERA found their places at Ouachita with the election of an all-girl senate. Elections 189 RIGHT: The gym floor begins to disappear as Dandy Lions join other groups already seated during the Thanksgiving assembly. BELOW FAR RIGHT: Wade Martin Jr. makes himself up as the Spirit of America in the assembly reflecting historic American events. BELOW RIGHT: Foxy Farrah, vvinner of the Anchor Club Boys Beauty Pageant, stands regally between second runner up, lma Hooker, and first runner up, Tinky Puscaderof' BELOW: lVlr. lVlahaney speaks to the student body on his personal experiences with drugs. Y f. Air i i i l f ,. M T l as 'sir' - -1 is L - a g 'J K ww. , f , .5 ' 'rr .A , . .w W , SSL r 1: iz? ' I .,: fi' l9O Special Assemblies lt doesn't matter what size of new or used isn't just a pipe dream, they also supply pipe you're looking for, SOL'S PIPE YARD structural steel, and buy scrap materials. points the way. Sol's, on AIRPORT ROAD, Come to Sol's, and prove their mettle. ' 7 1 ff ,lf , 1 fff f Y I f jf , X Participation Is N0 Excuse Special assemblies during 1976-77 brought speakers to Ouachita with programs of interest to both students and faculty. An assembly on American history was presented by Wade Martin Jr. Mr. Martin portrayed the spirit of America and related important events of America. His entire production was educational, yet the style of the show was entertaining. American history came to life, commented Dana LaPrairie. lt wasn't just some dull information straight from a text book. Beach balls jumped out of the screen, and the Jolly Green Giant got his feet tickled in the assembly on advertising. Special screen effects captured attention and kept everyone wondering what would happen next. The assembly presented advertising in a whole new light. Drug education was the topic of lVlr. lVlahaney. He shared with the student body his personal experience with drugs and how his life had improved without them. Student interest and participation proved that these assemblies were more than just an excuse to get out of class. Special Assemblies 191 RIGHT: Cheryl Hill's face reflects the candIelight's soft glow and the solemnity of the Christmas assembly. BOTTOM FAR RIGHT: Teachers and students await their turn to show their appreciation of Ouachita at the Thanksgiving assembly. BOTTOM RIGHT: Members of Mrs. BalIard's first period class share the warmth of the Christ- mas season. BELOW: Garbed in the outfit of an alien priest, Thomas Barrett celebrates Halloween at the Science Fiction Society of Northeast Louisiana costume party. T92 Holidays f.f'r. mm.. , - .3 V1 Av -0 1. -'r 3 ' 155' it -8 -N . ,pefx , ..,., W 4 aff 12., 3,. f .ts - g,,f .... , - an f.,.,:z ., ,1,,-.s3,1.7.- of z ,ff f' , fl iH , 1 0 9 O I ri , Q WX Qi rl? ..s,.sr .T f ,,.,, , 4 . rv e .f J s Sz.: I r ,,,. Wd, , k f ' 'lt V 1 I J , ,i ' . J. ' l ly , .GM ' ',11q.Q '?'Y'i'?'Yefbi .f- A - frfy---,gy .Ms N f 305 1- 45... f-'.,:'z.e' 15:1-q,,.:r fre - fi. , 1 51:51. W .,-ly. , A.e- x.. -. - gf: -- ' Ag. .,de,wg,-mf-as-ff r- . W t wh... ., f V, Q, y. be , ,, ,.1,,, hte ,-as 14-522,11 L, .fx '4 4 Hol Holiday festivities at Ouachita were anticipated by students and staff. The 1976-77 school year brought, along with expected decorations, holidays set aside for serious observation. Assemblies centered around a holy attitude. At Christmas students and teachers filed silently dovvn auditorium aisles in the new semi-dark ness for a candlelight program. Reflect Holy Attitude Holiday celebrations during 76-77 reflected the student government's total involvement policy. Activities such as the Christmas card project did not focus on individuals, but on the vvhole student body. Ouachita became not a school of separate people, but a vvhole. Harold Roberts stated that, Some of the folks who aren't that popular made a difference. Everybody was important. .1 . if ..'1j'23fgv13f..t .f rt' - . . -..:nsi?',Eit. - . LEFT: Steve Plummer examines one of the high-quality tractors in stock at SCOTT TRUCK 84 TRACTOR. For all your farming equipment needs contact one of their friendly salesmen at 387-4160, or stop by Scott Truck 8: Tractor located at I-20, 165 BY-PASS NORTH. T :ii rf., I ...f f --WW ' msg. i :.:'.gg,e5:., . z wi! 1 Ll' RIGHT: The halls of Ouachita serve as one huge bulletin board plastered vvith posters announcing dances, urging students to vote, and supplying information about extra- curricular activities. FAR RIGHT: Even with uncompleted ceilings, the flourescent fix- tures cast a vvhole nevv light on the halls. BOTTOM FAR RIGHT: Robin Bramble and Christy Johnson add a personal touch as they brighten up the halls with Christmas spirit. BELOW RIGHT: Sophomores Doug Young, Tim Pruitt, and Randy Williams, approve the passersby in the halls during their daily girl vvatching. ABOVE: Robert Fuller, ovvnerofFULLER'S SANITATION SERVICE located at 1500 SUNSET in Monroe, directs a capable staff of workers. They can install and clean septic tanks, filter beds, and oxidation ponds. Call them at 325-1421 for a price quotation on the finest in sanitation services. 194 Halls Students Trip Lightly Down the Halls Strolling down the corridors of Ouachita, students and faculty encountered a whole new look and whole new difficulties. At the beginning of the 76-77 year, the halls showed signs of changes made and planned. Large cartons of acoustic ceiling and men hanging from scaffolds cluttered the halls. These improvements helped students , survive the humid heat in the school. Air conditioners were neatly installed, but the completion of connecting pipes and hoses lasted for months. As the construction progressed, running into boxes, avoiding craftsmen working over lockers and keeping a watchful eye out for dropping trash, were hectic for everyone going from class to class. Halls 1,95 NJROTC Is Rewarding During the month of lVlay, a special day is set aside for one of the largest programs in Ouachita. The NJROTC Review and Awards Day Celebration. Early in the morning the excited cadets gathered in front of the stadium, awaiting the arrival of Captain Picciuolo, who was the inspecting officer for the day. He later spoke on patriotism during the awards portion of the program. Passing the inspection was not an 196 NJROTC Awards Day ' v tiff?53iirTLQ' 1 , ' mrs?-ff' '1 m..,'f, , ' . easy task. The cadets were examined on neatness, haircut, and on overall dress. After the inspection the cadets proceeded with the awards. lVlany cadets felt the excitement of hearing their names called for winning various awards. After the ceremony, the relieved cadets were weary from the heat, but strong in the knowledge of passing one of the toughest tests in the NJ ROTC program. LEFT: Cadets march past Captain Piciuolo for the marching portion of the review. TOP CENTER: Captain Piciuolo examines a cadet for over all neatness and dress. FAR LEFT: Mr. Zametto presents Steve Jackson with an honorary award. LEFT CENTER: Cadets continue with the marching inspection. ABOVE RIGHT: Mrs. Ruth Fleming pre- sents Danny Van with the Veteran of Foreign Wars Award. ABOVE: Nlr. Zametto presents Volander Hoard with an award. 197 Accomplishments Bring Out Senior Lion Pride I can't believe vve vvon! l-le broke Personal accomplishments resulted in the state record?! l wish lVlr. Howell scholarships to universities, and A's vvasn't leaving. The year vvas full on end-of-year term papers added a of highlights. The class of 1977 feeling of achievement for seniors. had a year filled vvith excitement and The issuing of caps and govvns, cards, accomplishments. and invitations were final reminders that the end of high school was in The 8 to 7 victory, over Neville, sight. Last minute plans were highlighted football season. A changed for senior trips and winning basketball and baseball team preparations for college were made added a glow of pride to the Lions. in the final frantic transition from And a year filled with trophies and being one of 338 Ouachita Seniors to satisfactory ratings made spring being one of thousands of Ouachita notevvorthy for the band and choir. alumni. , W SQ 198 Senior Activities m.,f l'gf 5 a l l 2 I' - li! i, 'W as F 'f .B . if nfs fr i fc rx. use if T 5 I Wt, J X' W f F I i QU N 'to , x Q X , JI fs., A Q3 iw BELOW: Shannon Graves brovvses through the fashionable dresses at the Palace Dovvn- tovvn. For the girl and guy with expensive taste but a tight billtold, the Palace offers the finest in everything from clothes to silver and china. Visit the PALACE,208 DESIARD Phone, 322-8131. gm..-..avwv'+,e-y- , , .,.. . TOP LEFT: The senior class of '77 makes its last exit from Ouachita auditorium. BOTTOM FAR LEFT: Seniors gather in the auditorium to discuss their graduation cere- mony. BOTTOM CENTER LEFT: lVIr. Fontenot instructs senior students on the graduation procedures. LEFT: Cheryl Tucker turns to receive her long-awaited cap and govvn. Senior Activities 199 People Rook on to Midnight The Prom vvas a great success! Thank you juniors, for all the time and effort you put forth to make our Senior Prom fantastic, announced Lanny Spence, representing the class of '77. A vvarm night, excitement in the air, and over 300 couples dressed to a T helped to make A Southern Dream reality. Early Friday morning, 25 students were excused from classes to decorate the Civic Center Conference Hall. Under the supenfision of lVlr. David Peske, students combined over 31,000 worth of decorations to produce an image of an antebellum ballroom. 7' . ff' 200 Prom Students and teachers all commented on the gorgeous array of decorations. Earth, once again provided jam for the Prom. The conference hall rocked as Walk This Way and Standin' On Shaky Ground blasted from Peavy amps. Students danced away the night from 8 to 12 p. m. Even a few chaperones tried out their feet dancing to the younger genera- tion's music. With the hard work students, parents, and teachers contributed, the 77 prom really vvas a dream come true. E. 0 fd' ..r1. . f Mg , F-wwf J l x .iff f- F54 f uf' A-ff LEFT: Rusty Benton selects the perfect tuxedo for that special occasion. ACME TUXEDO in WEST MONROE has a com- plete line of After Six tuxedos and dinner jackets. Whether it's a wedding or Prom. Acme Tuxedo can make the date special. FAR LEFT: lVlr. Halbrook and Adrian Frost give a first hand look at the consequences of disruptive behavior at the prom. BOT- TOlVl FAR LEFT: Bruce Redden and Tara lVlcCann pose for their first prom pictures at Ouachita. They were one of the 300 couples vvho had pictures made. BO'l'l'OlVl LEFT: Debra lVIcBroom adjusts Scott Rainvvater's tie before they pose for Prom pictures. BELOW: Ouachita students jam down to the sound of Earth. J.. F N 4 l' P1 I 5 va . fr , 3 X J' 2 1 l as W sf ,gigs .' .Q ,., 4 1' , 2. 5 . -,, nn'J Prom 201 202 Awards DHY Lip'- TOP LEFT: Student Government's stage decorations for the awards ceremony. LEFT: Laura Causey smiles after accepting the lVIost Outstanding Anchor Club Member Award. ABOVE: Connie IVIcCain and Steve Huey receive the Speech Award for three years of speech participation from student teacher Debra Gary. RIGHT: Larry Johnson and Christel Sharp are honored with the Black American Legion Award. Scholars' Ships Harbor at Ouachita Many area universities offered scholarships to Ouachita students planning to major in various fields. Factors determining scholarships include grades, skill, and attitude. Among the awards given were those for athletics, speech, journalism, math, and special awards from state and local clubs and organizations. Few people realize an award is not only a great experience. It is an honor well earned. The full aspect of Awards Day is to recognize the achievements of students who put forth the extra effort needed to earn awards. This was a day sophomores and juniors came to the realization that their day was upcoming and awards are hard earned. It presented a goal for which they could strive. Awards Day 203 Five Girls Are Selected Honor Top Graduates Twelve long years of reading, 'riting, and 'rithmetic paid off for valedictorians Jana Jones, Sarah Lucas, and Michele Walker, each of whom maintained a perfect grade average of 4.0. Bonnie Turnbow and Vicki Kilpatrick shared the victory by being salutatorians with 3.96 averages. Lugging all those books around finally paid off! remarked Jana Jones. As if echoing her feeling, lVlr. Howell said, l'm very pleased with the senior class of '77, during commencement exercises. The senior class showed enthusiasm, leadership and creativity during the school year, preparing for the biggest pay off-a successful future. 204 Graduation Whether you're constructing a house or making brackets, Superior Lumber Co. has all the materials you need for your projects. Superior also stocks a complete line of hardware, at SUPERlOR LUMBER AND HARDWARE, 2900 LOUISVILLE. Phone 322-3104. TOP FAR LEFT: Vickie Kilpatrick and Bonnie Turnbovv, salutatorians for 1977, beam with Lion pride. ABOVE: The new Ouachita alumni make their exit from the Civic Center Arena. LEFT: Valedictorians Sarah Lucas, Jana Jones, and Michele Walker enjoy the last moments of perfect 4.0 high school careers. Graduation 205 The James A. Noe Stations offer the best in viewing and listening-music, news, information and entertainment. In Monroe and for the Ark-La-Miss, it's KNOE-TV, CHANNEL 85 KNOE AM, 540 KC: and FM 102 STEREO. In New Orleans it's WNOE AM and FM. 206 KNOE Ad 3 l5.l5 B l . . .. ----- I 'bn f 4 1 if V if M ' ' 5' . ' ps fa Yi? 5 is e f Q 7 1 . fra - 3 ,N W v t ,waz :Q T K. f ' I ,,egL.,s.. ,Q 1 M . 'if gg -f l , Y '. ' Y gl' . I upnrrmsua -IT . ,w if ' V ME I-sg, D 6 ' I 4 xl f' fit. T 9 Bfflvffa 60 ' Q iv' V 2 T T 'kgg r' pawn roms 5 5 5' 31' gif , tiffg.-f. ' K ' ' U ' -2 .... 'Ta A A V I I 1 .X , . V I 5 5 4 Q e - l T' is s ras.,-fl tf - I ug. f lg. V A 'J ' v. . A V' an ' 7 r .. 12fZi ?'Erff A 4 -. e v- 5 W 4 f' ., 1L'f?f 36.3 . '- , s H Hg zwfgg i ,- Q. - '31 if ,, - F!! z A . .. . X 3 , . ,FJ 1 E V at . 5. . eg, Q 1 ' ' . .5 ' -I -- rf ? ,. ,ta Y V is f ,A y. in V A' U, an ' N ' af ,, 5 ,s 5 , - '-Xe Us ' za' 'V ..,,g.r - f i. If I 5 . I 1 , A ,,,. . 'Q ' ' f . ' - A i' ' A ' ' si'-F 'iw . '+ - ' tiff ' '-- 1 e 'fats .- ..,r f -g Q f 55 , r i f X , ' ft H -. Q vqrfjgwf ' ' ' ,. . 'Q 11. , Q .eq V Q: . . V , if .f ,IQ . ii:-lg 1 A V -.if4,.T-. ' '. 5 U ' . H' AK S 4 if V1 ' , Q Seniors Come to End of the Line As the familiar sound of Pomp and Circumstance filled the Civic Center Arena, parents, friends, and relatives rose from their seats to honor the seniors of '77 for twelve years of hard work. The 338 students of the senior class filed into the arena in two lines, girls in one, guys in the other. lVlr. S. T. Howell, principal, also served as guest speaker, discussing the victory of accomplishments and challenges of downfalls with the seniors. Having been principal of Ouachita for seventeen years, lVlr. Howell has shared a certain closeness with every senior class. He noted that he had just experienced a graduation of his own, promotion to Superintendent of Ouachita schools. After the ceremony the new Ouachita alumni burst into tears and laughter with parents and friends. To some, the reality that they might never again see fellow classmates gave way to pangs of sadness. Their three years of Ouachita had to be packed away with other memories, leaving a world of new goals and friends, all touched with Lion spirit. TOP: Graduates are congratulated by their parents and fellow students. BOTTOM: Randy Williams buys parts for his car from WALTER'S AUTOIVIOTIVE PARTS, located at 308 CRYER in West lVlonroe, Walter's Automotive Parts Inc. has all the products you need for minor maintenance and repairs of your vehicle. Graduation 207 LEFT: Drew Haynes gives Lanny Spence a hand with h is cap and hair before the ceremony begins. BELOW: The graduating 1 ' X class of 1977 looks on as speeches are made. Q iii '?i::g:2vi9E'5ifY9-3 i'ii'iv 6 fa E eg 51 its'-153 W3 livgv: K ai? 3,2 9-:fe iii ieifgjsdiin ,eiirwiaifeyf 'ii' ii1'ii - Q u qi gi an 2 a5, a,,a,,e1a 9 a Q v rage v use-,Q an 51399 G1?Wr9Q?f,giL 208 Graduation EW LEFT: A sign ot quality familiar to Ouachita students is that of ELIAS' in the EAST GATE SHOPPING CENTER. Elias' has a selection of shoes, jeans, and other clothes at prices to suit every budget. BELOW LEFT: Garnett's Sports not only has a wide assort- ment of trophies but also equipment to outfit the most rugged athlete. Let Garnett's be your sporting goods center. Come by GARNETT'S SPORTS, 2200 NORTH 7th, WEST MONROE, or call 388-2721. BELOW: When Steve Price and Sarah Powell vvant to play games, they go to the Nickelodeon. The NICKELODEON has foosball, pinball, and lots of other electronic games for your enjoyment. The next time you're in the TWIN CITY MALL, stop in at the Nickelodeon. ss-in ::.-5: Advertisements 209 210 Ads Buying and Planning Are Part RIGHT: Do you have warped, dry rotted, or loose shingles? O. E. WOOD 84 SON ROOFING is equipped to install or repair any size roof. Call 343-5111 or come by 105 WOOD DRIVE and let us get your shingles together. BELOW: Emily up a white jumpsuit from the fashionable racks of clothing at EVANS AND SONS CLOTHIERS, 305 WOOD STREET, WEST MONROE. Come by and let owner Douglas IVI. Lindsay show you the best in denim apparel. CALL 387-9390 Q 'ef- 3295 of Student Life BELOW Farrah or Robert Redford, Koserog of Sleepland you dream ot do like lVlr. and dream in style on a Sealy Posturepedic mattress from SLEEPLAND, 1824 FORSYTHE AVENUE. Come by and see the complete line of bedding in any size, color, and price you can dream up or call 387-1187. . 5 dl' .llftl uw ,L ,ds- fig. . 'il 'si vii ..-.4-.-af. ,l LEFT: Here at Southside Drugs, Judy Thornell selects her favorite mascara from the large display of different colors. For any prescription or beauty aid visit SOUTHSIDE DRUGS INC. at 1514 SOUTH SECOND or give them a call at 322-7106. ffj .Wg 11,41 321+ z r f swan, Q. :K lla 4 - B., ME -,ra LEFT: Dwayne Chapman inspects a radio from the vast selection of stereo equipment found at Tri-State Electronics. TRI-STATE ELECTRONICS located at 2919 DeSlARD stocks the finest stereo and electronic equip- ment in the lVlonroe area. Drop in or call 387-9711 or 387-9712 for information. ABOVE: In addition to fine Shell gas, oil and tires, other accessories for automobile maintenance are always available at Ramada Shell. Richard Carter, ovvner, novv offers 24 hour Wrecker service. For quality service around the clock, RAMADA SHELL, 1401 U. S. BY-PASS is the place to come. Everyone was a part of the wholeness this year But nothing ever remains the same Changes in student and faculty will leave holes Others will fill these holes and a new wholeness will form The idea of Ouachita 1977 will grow Ouachita will always be a Whole New Idea ,, 'uv . s Q l sf' 212 Closing Acme Tuxedo Rental American Bank Antis Advertising Specialties Ballard Case Insurance BeIl's Pharmacy Big Star of Lakeshore lnc. Bob Sales Studio Si Camera Bordelon's Barber Shop Advertisers Index Burney's Furniture and Appliances Carter's Camping Center Central Bank Channing Company Checkmate Clothworld C 84 O Electronics Colonial Mobile Homes Cranford Gulf Service Dixie Moving and Storage Elias' Clothing Emily's Pharmacy Evans and Sons Field's Clothing Final Touch Framing M. J. Fontana Grocery The Frame Maker Friendly Finance Fuller's Sanitation Garnett's Sports Haddad's Clothing Haneline's Men's Wear Hollis Pharmacy H. Mickel Sports Home Appliance and TV Howard Brothers Jewelers J. B. McCoy Lumber Co. Jeri-Lou Dress Shop Jewels Cactus Garden Johnny's Pizza House Kelley's Photography Key Millwork and Supply Co., Klock Krafts KNOE Radio and TV Larry's Gulf Station Lover's Lane Pharmacy Louisiana Power and Light Luci-Lee Women's Apparel McMullen Flower Shop Marine Piano House Mayo Incorporated Monroe Rent-Alls Motor Supply Nickelodeon O. E. Wood and Son Roofing OPHS Mob Inc. In Memor iam Three Ouachita students died just after the closing of school. Graduate Johnny Robinson was drowned, and Terri Towery and graduate Greg Walker were killed in a car wreck. Johnny Robinson 1959 -1977 Terri Towery 1961 - 1977 Greg Walker 1959 -1977 Olinkraft Ouachita National Bank Ouachita Office Machines The Palace Parker Flower Shop Parker's Jewelry Park's Tire and Supply Peggy's Cake Shop Piccadilly Cafeteria Rags for Dolls Ramada Shell Ray's Pege Ray's Tire Service Regan Printing and Office Supply Ruth's Lou Craig's Barbeque Sambo's Scott Truck and Tractor Selig Manufacturing Sharpco lnc. Sleepland Smith's Shoe Store SoI's Pipe Yard Southern Hardware Co Southside Drugs Spats Rexall Drugs Speedworld State Farm Insurance OPHS Student Teachers Superior Lumber and Hardware Swanner's Tall Fashions Tire Center Town and Country Apts. Town and Country Pharmacy Town and Country Pizza Town and Country Superette T. R. Drilling Tri-State Electronics Walker Apts. WaIter's Automotive Parts Windmill Antique Book Store Zale's Jewelers Zeagler's Music Shop I l N + 'z z , ' 17N 'z Qing-S' 2 I r I' I I H