Rainier High School - Emeraude Yearbook (Rainier, OR)

Text from Pages 1 - 152 of the 1977 volume:

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Some outstanding play brought out the excitement in everyone. They started well and were rated in state. But the rest of the season proved to be a series of ups and downs. The most important thing was accomplished though as players learned good sportsmanship and had fun. Mr. Bigham feels that most of the seniors will continue into the college level and represent Rainier very well. Top row: K. Cochran, Sramek, Johnston, DeVries. Allen, Hadlock. Slape, Johnson, Juckel, Wolfe, Sanford, Danchok, Kirkland, Wasser, Standing Coach Bigham, Coach Woodmark, Coach Ward, Haas, Elbert, Harris, B. Gregory, Pickett, McGlone, Bonser, Swanson Andrews Payne, Coach Head, Coach Burnett, Coach Thorison, Sitting on Bench: Blodgett B Cochran, Leno, French, Cameron, Hobson, Kerr Jauron Hill, Kelly, Plunkett, Broadbent, T. Gregory, Keith, Larson, Sitting on ground: Tracy, Jarrett, Krzmarzick. Morgan, Bogardus, Gillespie Peerboom, Gibson, Gano, Dawkins, Bader, Snyder, Kellar, Posh The Rainier offense takes a breather. Junior Varsity comes of age This year's J.V. team improved over the season tremendously in many facets of the game. They played a tough schedule against our league rivals and earned a share of first place in the league. Mr. Woodmark and Mr. Head proved to be a fantastic coaching tandem. Mr. Thorson and Mr. Ward also helped out greatly even though they received no money or considerations. Mr. Bigham, T. Gregory throws a bullet. along with the rest of the staff, can expect an outstanding season next year. B Gillespie and B. Cochran stick an opponent. T. Snyder, B Hobson, B. Kirkland, D. Sanford, J. deVries await referee signal. 8 Frosh Determined The key to the Freshman successful season was a balanced offense and a stingy defense. Their schedule included J.V. teams and they still managed a 4-3 season record. The highlight of the season was a double overtime victory over Scappoose. P. Peerboom looks downfield for a receiver. Offense ready to go C. Corl avoids a tackle. First row Coach Rankin, B. Sturdevent, G. French, J. Sparks, R Lindstrom, S Hill, Coach Davidson, Second row: K Lawhon. J Fowler. S. Salisbury, G Bogardus, R Souther, C Corl, Third row: J. Julien, D Trumble, G. Schmuck, P Peerboom. D McKee, D Reef, Fourth row T Langworthy, P Hoffman, T. Wasser, C. Smith, D. Johnsen, B Gregory. 9 Varsity Cheerleaders show their Spirit! The 1976 football season for the cheerleaders started out with great enthusiasm this year. They attended the N.C.A. clinic at Lewis Clark College; they worked very hard winning superior and excellent ribbons for 4 days. From the day they arrived they learned many yells, routines, chants, and stunts. The girls returned home ready to start the new season off with lots of SPIRIT!! 10 M Bogardus, smiles all the way! 1 f • ■ A f % , I 1 !t i ‘ V iV Missie, Cheryl, and Cindy raise their spirit to the sky. C. Clark, K. Schmuck and C. Williams line up the action. Below: Kim Nelson and Rhonda Ray cheer with future rally girls. The Varsity cheerleaders psych up the players before a game. 11 Laura doing spirit yell. J.V.s Boogie Down Sue, Denise, and Kim have the spirit to keep on truckm Sue, Denise and Kim add a little spice to cheerleading. Kim Francis does her thing. 12 Freshmen have Spirit! Freshman Rally, Clockwise: A. Cramer, C. Meadows, D. Higley, and C. Haun Christy, Audrey, and Dianna finish up another yell. Dianna shows her spirit. Cindy, Christy and Audrey doing a chant. Audrey supports the team. Left: The squad works together. 13 HARRIERS DO IT IN STRIDE With a new coach taking the helm, this year's cross country season was an adjusting year. The season started with an Early Season Invitational Meet at the Trojan Nuclear Site. With 15 teams, Rainier placed in the middle of the pack. The varsity team was always changing with new faces appearing every week. It finally settled down to Tom Ray, Tony Rea, Ken Triplett, John Muck, Glen Thomas, Bob Thomas, and Rex Thomas. The J.V.'s were led by three juniors; Terry Samples, Jim Muck, and Yale Smith. Joy Fleming anchored down the girls team for the second straight year. The Varsity team finished third in the district meet while the J.V.'s finished first. Joy Fleming finished ninth in the girls race. The outlook for next year is very promising. Special awards presented at the Sports banquet were as follows: Most Dedicated Female Most Dedicated Male Most Valuable Male Most Improved Male Team Captains - Joy Fleming - Tony Rea - Ken Triplett - Rex Thomas - Tony Rea, - Ken Triplett Coach ‘Jay Bird' Davies gives a pre-race talk to his team. The Varsity squad warms up before the district meet. From left B Thomas, R Thomas, T. Rea, K. Triplett, T. Ray, J. Muck, G. Thomas. Midway through the District Race, John Muck leads the pack with Ken Triplett not far behind. Runners line up at Trojan for the Rainier Invitational. Joy Fleming shows determination at Neah-Kah-Nie. Tony Rea feels the pain near the end of a long race. VARSITY VOLLEYBALL For the third consecutive year the Varsity Volleyball team went to state. This year at state they placed second. They brought home a trophy, with experience for a very young team. They won the Cowapa League very handily, only losing one league game. Their final record was 13-3. The Varsity team this year will only lose two players. Which still should make them very tough next year, again. (Left) K Marston blocks. (Above) V. Counts sets. (Below) Waiting for the match to begin. (Bottom) Left to Right: V. Elbert, H. Scott, A Welter, L. Larson, V. Counts, (Top) Left to Right: Man. G. Hamilton, S. Hobson J Coldwell K. Marston, S. Hanneman, Coach Miss Schweitzer. This year's J.V. Volleyball Team had a successful year. They not only were outstanding in their performances as a team, but they also showed a lot of quality, and hard work. They lost only one game all season to St. Marys, in which they played a very good game. This team should make a lot of contributions to the Varsity team next year. J.V. VOLLEYBALL Six J.V. players line-up before a match. C. Hendrickson spikes the ball. (Bottom) Left to Right: C. Greer, L. Olsen, C. Wolfe, T. McCollum, C. Sturdevent, B. Jones, (Top) Left to Right: L. Hale, C. Hendrickson, V. Elbert, D. Bloomfeldt, K. Lucas, C. Guisinger, Coach Miss Schweitzer. 19 VARSITY VOLLEYBALL Knappa Vernonia Vernonia Tillamook Scapoose Neah-Kah-Nie Clatskanie St. Marys Concordia Luth. Seaside Seaside Tillamook Scapoose Neah-Kah-Nie Clatskanie St. Marys Seaside Placed 3rd in Concordia Tourn. STATE TOURNAMENT Newport Creswell Lakeview J.V. VOLLEYBALL Knappa Vernonia Tillamook Scapoose Neah-Kah-Nie Clatskanie St. Marys Concordia Luth. Seaside Tillamook Scapoose Neah-Kah-Nie Clatskanie St. Marys Seaside J.V. II The J.V. II team this year, only had a few games. But in these few games they showed a lot of good qualities. They were a very aggressive and spirited team all year. They also, displayed good sportsmanship throughout the year. All the girls on the team should improve in the years to come. (Bottom) Left to right, C. Triplett, J Bunker, C. Foultner, D. Holmes, (Top) Left to right, S. Muck, M Helgeson, I. Guisinger, L. Landsman. C. Wolfe hits a mean serve C. Guisinger slams the ball. 21 C. Greer with a nice return. Autographs 23 Columbians Pluck Seagulls! Mr. Football, Al McGlone Homecoming of 1976- 77 began, on Wednesday with Columbian Capers and the Coronation assembly. Queen Annette and Mr. Football Al reigned over the remainder of the week and festivities. Thursday was dress up day. Freshmen showed their spirit by dressing up as bums, Sophomores as farmers, Seniors in their football jerseys, and the Juniors decided to top it all off by coming formal That night the annual bonfire also took place. Friday brought with it anxieties for the game to come! The pep assembly brought out our spirits, and we went on to beat Seaside 34 to 6. Many thrilled students topped off the week by attending the Homecoming dance, Boogieing to the group Star Homecoming Queen, Annette Welter Princess Linda Jennings, Escort Dave Johnston; Princess Sue Thorpe, Escort Brad Sramek; Queen Annette Welter Escort Mark Princess Cindy Haun, Escort Tom Kelley; Princess Cindy Williams, Escort Mr. Football Al McGlone. Elbert; 24 FACULTY SHOW SPIRIT! 25 26 Rainier bursts through to another victory! WINT€R WINTCR 19 H£R€ I m COLD GCTTING CHILLS'. THC W ITCR LITTLC PUDDLC9 IRC PRCCZING, THGY TURN TO ICC. THC WIND 19 BLOWING HARD, IT WHI9TLC9 19 IT BLOW9, I LOOK OUT9IDC AW9CC TH IT: THC 9NOW MLL9 9TC IDILY, BIG BIG PL IKC9 MILLION9 AT A TIMC. I TURN PROM THC WINDOW, IND 9CC THC IRM9 OP MY MOTHCR OPCNING I GO TO HCR, 9HC COMPORT9 MC. I PCCL W IRM 19 I CUDDLC IN A CH 1IR, NCXT TO A COZY PIRC. I IM W IRM NOW. I W ITCH THC 9NOW P ILL AW I THINK OP WINTCR, HOW GOD CRC ITCD THC BC IUTIPUL 9G I90N: WINTCR BY GCNCCN MILL9 Varsity Basketball Shoots For Two! The basketball team started the season with a great deal of expectation. They had talent and confidence along over-all ability that made many expect an outstanding season. They started the season against a number of AAA schools. Against superior teams from the bigger schools, Rainier lost its first five games. Immediately team morale went down the drain. Which eventually led to three important reserves quitting the team. Next year with many players returning, we can hope for an outstanding season. D. Johnston hits one from long range Top: Sandra Andrews. Middle: Kathy Robinson, Marla Dawkins, Carole Hendrickson, Mary Crocker. Bottom: Valerie Elbert, Brenda Bennett, Sean Painter. G. Gurwell drives to the well. 30 Tony Rea fires one in. J. Muck eyes the basket. Standing: Coach Davidson, Tony Rea, Brad Sramek, John Muck, Todd Markillie, Jim Muck, Howard Allen, Coach Doumit. Seated: Tom Ray, Mark Gano, Steve Larson, David Johnston, Steve Keith, Gunner Gurwell, Terry Samples Frosh may be best in State! This Freshman Team came to the season with everyone expecting them to do very well. The people who thought this had every right to. They had won a league title in 8th grade and had shown all the ingredients of a winning team. Coach Burnett believes in the idea that everyone should play and that nothing is more important than fundamentals. Under this philosophy they had a decided disadvantage as the other teams went with their 5 or 6 best players all game. Mr. Burnett played all his players, regardless of the impact it had on winning or losing the game. Even under this disadvantage, they showed that everyone could play and that you could win. This they did as they compiled an excellent 16-2 record. Sorry buddy, smiles B. Gregory P. Peerboom concentrates. R. Thomas fakes and then dishes off to C. Corl. Rainier 65 St. Helens 72 Rainier 66 Knappa 43 Rainier 78 Clatskanie 64 Rainier 71 Vernonia 64 Rainier 89 Neakahnie 72 Rainier 58 Astoria 42 Rainier 61 Vernonia 58 Rainier 68 Seaside 48 Rainier 62 Tillamook 34 Rainier 58 Astoria 28 Rainier 61 Clatskanie 59 Rainier 74 Knappa 72 Rainier 69 Neakahnie 59 Rainier 63 Seaside 41 Rainier 80 Scappoose 60 Rainier 81 Warrenton 69 Rainier 57 Tillamook 86 Rainier 76 Warrenton 69 T. Wasser rejects another shot. 33 In Chairs: Todd Wasser, Paul Peerboom, Garry Bogardus, Babe Gregory Rex Thomas, Chris Corl, Jeff White. On floor: Doug Guisinger J.V.’s, Soph’s have assorted troubles This year the most important thing was to gain experience, which was accomplished through an infraction in a rule that the coaches didn't understand fully. This rule is that one player should not play more than 22 games in one season. Though many players were disqualified, they had already played in about 30 games a piece before they learned the true meaning of the rule. This means most of our players got almost a third of a season more experience than other players their age around the state. Ask any coach and they'll tell you how important experience is. J. Muck poised for action. S. Larson lays one up. Top row: P Peerboom, V. Haas, T. Wasser. G. Thomas. D. Sanford, R. Harris, S. Danchock, Chairs: R. Caldwell, S. Markillie, B Gregory, G. McKee, A. Wolfe, J Muck, S. Larson, Up Front: G. Bogardus, D Guisinger, R Thomas 34 35 Girls’ Varsity Basketball shows promise. The girl's basketball team this year, was very young. They had a league record of 5-5, with an overall record of 12-8. During the season they played a game against Vernonia, where they won 101-11. Mrs. Courtley, the new coach this year, predicts, Rainier will lead the league next year! L. Larson dribbles down the court. S. Hanneman gets up in the air for the tip-off. Pictured below: (Top row) Mrs. Courtley, L. Larson, S. Muck, S. Hanneman, L. Provanche, (Bottom row) L. Steaffler, T. McCallum, V. Counts, A. Welter, Man. G. Hamilton. Girls9 J.V. Team works hard. The Girls J.V. team this year, showed very good sportsmanship. They had a league record of 5 - 5 and an overall record of 8 - 9. They developed good team work and many fundamentals. They showed a lot of improvements throughout the year. T. McCallum leads fast break. T. McCallum shoots free throw. K. Kirkpatrick shoots from the freethrow line. Pictured below: (Top row) Mrs. Courtley, S Muck, S. Anderson, S. Proper, D. Caldwell, Patty Caulfield, (Bottom row) C. Foultner, K. Kirkpatrick, T. McCallum, J. Provanche, Man. G. Hamilton. VHRSITY RRLLY LERDS EVERYONE The varsity rally did a very gooo job of showing leadership. The J.V. and Freshman rally gained a lot of experience. The girls attended a cheerleading clinic last summer, where there were nearly a hundred other squads at this clinic. They won five ribbons, two of which were superior. They were also honored with the spirit stick award for having the most spirited squad. Laura Bonner was chosen as the Columbian mascot. The mascot was something new this year, and became a tradition through the years. Ray gives the team a clap. I'll open wide for you,” says K. Schmuck. The Cheerleaders perform Honor Rainier.” Man, this is boring,” thinks J. Coldwell. M Bogardus leads the crowd with a cheer. 38 J.V. Rally Helps Out The Jay Vee rally played a big part in the pep assemblies, and helping the other girls at the games. Although they had some trouble with attendance, they always pulled through and did a good job. The girls are good hopefuls for next year's varsity. Laura Bonner was also the Rainier Columbian mascot. I'll dance for you, smiles Sue Thorpe. 40 Hi, I'm Laura,'' says Laura Bonner Frosh Rally Does Good Job First Time “They call this exciting? wonders Frosh Rally. “Pucker up, thinks R. Hansen. “You don't know how tired I get, thinks D. Holmes. The Freshmen Cheerleaders did an excellent job keeping the basketball team fired up. It is hard for Freshmen to get out and do things for the first time, but these girls did a fine job and they deserve a lot of recognition. The Frosh team had a season record of 16 wins, and only 2 losses,which would not have been as easy without the help of the Cheerleaders. “Al-rite big team, yells A. Cramer. “Go get 'em!' 41 “Me, clap??? asks B. Meadows. Wrestlers Major Power in State This year's wrestling team completed one of Oregon's toughest AA schedules, and finished on top. Their only losses came from teams that finished in the top ten at the state tournament. With fifteen wins, four losses, and one tie, the Rainier wrestlers finished second in league. At the district tournament, Dan Caballero, Tom Kelley, Mark Elbert, and Roy Bonser qualified for the state tournament. Dan placed third and Mark became the seventh stage champion from Rainier in its wrestling history. With two matches, enough points were scored for Rainier to place eighth at the state tournament. Special honors were won by Mark Elbert and Dan Caballero at the state tournament with a first and third place finish, respectively. At the state freestyle tournament, Caballero placed first and Elbert was fourth. Dan was honored as the most outstanding freestyle wrestler this year at a statewide banquet in Albany. Caballero was chosen for two different Oregon all-star teams and was joined by Mark on one of them. Way to go, Rainier! Coach Jacobson having ref. trouble. The Varsity squad Front row, left to right: Dennis Gore, Brandon Masterson, Baron Tracy, Paul Hill, Dan Caballero, Butch Gillespie Jeff Jauron, Back row, left to right: Coach Jacobson, Dale Krzmarzick, John Wallace, Tom Kelley. Mark Elbert, Roy Bonser, and Brad Kirkland. Coach Ward voices his support. The second varsity squad. Front row, left to right: Jim Knox, Sean Hill, Mike Morgan, Scott Alwine, Willard Johnson. Mike Gibson, Back row, left to right: Coach Ward, Jeff Bader, Danny Leno, David Johnson, Jim Fowler, and Tom Hook. 43 Roy Bonser cinches up a cradle at district ... ... |istens for the slap on the mat . . . Mark Elbert's aggressiveness and skill were real crowd pleasers wherever he wrestled. gets his pin and victory. At state, Roy's luck turned sour, though: upper right. Krzmarzick about to dump his man Tom Hook in action Tom Kelley shows good form in a ’switch'. Wallace (top) and Gore, restin' up Brad Kirkland fights for control. John Wallace gets in deep on a leg drive. 46 Dan Caballero, one of the outstanding wrestlers in Rainier's history. Baron Tracy concentrating on a defensive maneuver Freshman, Brandon Masterson about to execute a roll-through Winter Banquet The Winter Banquet was different this year in that they separated the wrestling and basketball ceremonies into two separate banquets. But as always, they were both successful, having a large turnout and plenty of good food. Even though the basketball team did not have a good year, the crowd was very appreciative of their hard work and good effort throughout the season. The wrestling team on the other hand, had a good year, finishing it by sending four people to state. The Rainier Basketball team as a whole. Athletic Director, Wes Bigham, calls his next victim. Girls coach, Linda Quartley, gives her speech. i . ■ 48 Lori Larson received the team captain award. Mr. Burnett gives one of his many humorous remarks. SPRING WIMTGR IS OVIER dND SPRING IS H€R£, LOTS Of fLOWERS dND LOTS Of CHEER. THE 4IR IS WdRM TO MELT TH€ SNOW, W€’R€ SO GLdD TO S££ WINTER GO. TH€ fLOW£RS P€£P THGIR TINY HCdDS, TO fULL BLOOM fROM THGIR fLOW£R BEDS. THEY STRETGH THEIR TINY LEdVJES SO HIGH, TO MSK IN THE SUN fROM THE BRIGHT BLUE SKY. WE’RE SO GLdD THE SEASONS dRE HERE, BECAUSE EdCH ONE BRINGS ITS OWN KIND Of CHEER. BE IT SUMMER, WINTER, OR MLL, SPRING IS STILL THE PRETTIEST Of AIL BY GENEEN MILLS Tracksters Have Good Year This year's squad had a good year, sending nine people to the state track meet at Mt. Hood C.C. Although the teams were divided into two different squads, everyone competed and acted as a whole. The team had its ups and downs, but if it were not for the coaches, the teams would not have stayed together. There are going to be a lot of seniors leaving, but the remaining members will make up for the loss very well. I would like to say good luck to the 1978 Rainier Track Team. L. Staeffler shows good form. Bader gets off a good jump. (Back row): T. Wasser, M. Slape, B. Sramek, J. Johnson, Carl Pahkamaa, J. Juckel, (Middle row): K. Triplett, R. McCollam, G. Bogardus, D. Bader, A. McGlone, R. Thomas, R. Buckman, (Front row): R Hughes, M. Gano, T. Ray, G. Reeves, C. Greer, D. Reeves. 52 (Back row): V Counts, C Wolfe, S. Hanneman, C. Triplett, J. Provancha, L. Landsman, Coach Davies, Coach Schwitier, (Front row): H Radies, L. Elbert, L Staeffler, L Provancha, J. Fleming, M Parvey, A Welter 53 ’77 State Qualifiers (Back row): Alan McGlone, Mark Gano, Greg Reevew, Tom Ray, Brad Sramek, (Front row): Char Tom Ray smiles for the camera Wolfe, Annette Welter, Sue Hanneman, Not Pictured: Val Counts. S. Hanneman qualifies for the finals in the 440 yd. run. V. Counts running a mile relay leg. 54 Ln O' (not pictured: Gunner Gurwell, Debbie Bloomfeldt) Top row, left to right: T. Butcher, D. Standond, S. Andrews, J. Muck, P. Doumit, G. Schmuck, L. Robison, T. Fowler, D. Bonnel, Second row, left to right: R. Thomas, T. Gregory, G. Thomas, C. Cori, B. Thomas, J. Johnson, B. Gregory, T. Kelley, A. Wolfe, G. McKee, Third row, left to right: P. Peerboom, D. McKee, B. Benson, B. Pederson, M. Dawkins, D. Guisinger, T. Force, B. Sturdevant, Bottom row, left to right B. Masterson, S. Muck, S. Andrews, B. Bennet, T. Larson, M. Crocker, C. Greer, B. Bess, R. Shuping. H D Baseball in League, Strong at Hey Gunner, where's all the sunflower seeds? asks Goofey Gorden McKee. I haven't had a mouthfull in three whole minutes! Like I told you ' replies Gunner Gurwell, Alan ate them all. He got so excited over the last play, he swallowed the whole bag! Rainier baseball club went to state for the first time in 25 years. We've had a lot of talent in the past, but this season we put it together and worked as a team. Mr. Doumit came up with several morale building projects. Like other major sports, baseball players had guardian angels; a newsletter, the Baseball Banter, came out weekly; and posters like, Baseball Brotherhood and Columbians of the Week to get the rest of the school excited. Awards were given to Sheldon Andrews for outstanding pitching, and to Mark Dawkins for being a Charlie Hustle. Opponent Rainier Castle Rock 9 2 Woodland 1 7 Castle Rock 6 5 Woodland 10 5 Banks 1 17 Ridgefield 5 10 Hlamook 3 9 Clatskame 8 15 Seaside 0 1 Neah-kah-me 5 16 Lewis Clark 11 1 Toutle Lake 6 13 Scappoose 1 ) UnMd 12 3 Knappa 3 4 Tillamook 2 9 Tillamook 8 3 Seaside 0 4 Seaside 3 9 Clatskame 2 5 Clatskanie 7 12 Scappoose 1 5 Scappoose 7 7 Cascade 3 4 Vale 2 1 57 Bob Thomas, voted first team all league, first baseman. Mark Dawkins slides in between the second baseman's legs for a call of-safe! 58 Assistant Coach, Toby Vilhauer (at 5) confers with Gunner Gurwell and Mark Dawkins. Parents aren't the only ones who like baseball, says: Columbians had a fine manager, Tim Butcher. Head coach, Pete Doumit. Junior varsity Scores Opponent Rainier Banks 16 21 St Helens 4 7 Ridgefield 12 2 St Helens 6 3 Tillamook 9 8 Hillsboro 8 3 Clatskame 8 5 Cathlamet 14 18 Seaside 14 4 Scappoose 14 5 Tdlamook 2 5 Tillamook 12 2 Clatskime 9 5 Ciatskime 6 5 59 sebali and Track Hold Spring Banquet Mr. Doumit awards the baseball team. SHELDON ANDREWS WINS ALL-LEAGUE The Track and Baseball teams were praised at the 1977 Spring Sports Banquet. Mr. Jay Davies remarked on the track team's strong effort and he mentioned the new eight lane trackup at the new school with a gleam in his eye. This new track will make it possible for Rainier to finally have a home meet. Mrs. Pam Davies also noted the youth of the girls track team and said that they should improve greatly in the future. The Baseball team was especially praised by Mr. Pete Doumit for their third place finish in state. He made special mention of their good attitude and poise. They had a great season. Mr. Doumit thanks statisticians for hard work. 61 Mr. Doumit talks about Sports, while teachers listen. “Never Let Her Co” This year's prom was the largest ever with over 220 in attendance. Held at the Fairgrounds Pavilion in St. Helens, it was a big success. Dancing to the music of Brothers and Friends, couples enjoyed the theme of Never Let Her Go and decorations including a tiered fountain in the center of the floor, a mirror ball, and four silver tinsel chandeliers. Streamers of burgundy, pink, and white surrounded the dance floor. Joyce Robinson decorated cakes with the theme and colors for refreshments. Marla Dawkins, serving as prom chairperson, was ably assisted by many juniors who worked every evening for a week to make it a success. The class presented an engraved plaque with four glasses made by Tom Ray to Shirley Jensen and Sharon White, advisors, for their hard work and dedication. Almost $1600 was earned during football season for the prom. The prom cost about $1200, a third of which went for the band. The Pavilion was given free of charge by the Fair Board. This is really big times, agrees Michael and Gretchen. Prom Court - Left to right: Carole Hendrickson, Escort Roger Thomas; Shannon Wemmer, Escort Bryan Pederson; Missie Bogardus, Escort Tony Rea, Sandra Jennings, Escort Tom Ray; Sue Thorpe, Escort Steve Larson; Marla Dawkins, Escort Tony Gregory; Valerie Elbert, Escort Ken Triplett. 62 The band Brothers and Friends. We make a cute couple, don't you agree? 64 We aren't camera shy! Mr. Doumit announces the court. 65 Everybody loves a fast dance. 99 STUD€NT ORGdNIZdTIOM 67 Student Council Plans for New School Student Council had an outstanding year under President Ross McKee. There were many students this year that proved to be a great asset to the discussions of the council meetings. Student Council really proved itself to be a good organization; they made many good decisions concerning the future school. Also, Student Council had a candy sale to help raise money for the sign board at the new school. Students at the student council meeting have many things to discuss. 68 All of the student council members come together for a picture. President, Ross McKee Vice President, Kim Lucas 69 Business Manager, Yale Smith Advisor, Hank Anderson Girls League Rlways Looking Big Aren't we two cuties? M Dawkins and S. Hobson love dress-up day. The Girls' League had a blast throughout the 1976-77 school year. Jenny Coldwell served as president, and did a tremendous job. To start out the school year, a Big and Little sister party was held to introduce the frosh to the Girls' League. A formal Christmas Ball, Val-o- grams, a two day beach party, Halloween party and pixi sisters were some of the other activities done by the girls. The annual Girls' League Convention was held in Glide, Oregon. Over twenty girls attended. Rainier received two awards, the farthest traveled and the best roll call response. Front row, left to right: Shirley Hobson, Lenora Landsman, Marla Dawkins, Middle row; Marlene Dawkins, Rosalie Tofte, Fairy Puckett, Martie Wilson. Jennifer Coldwell, Sue Thorpe, Cindy Williams, Back row, Virginia Sexton, and Kim Lucas. 70 Tamara Gunderson entertained the audiance. Mrs. Sophusson loves that good tasting cake! L Hale was a Girl of the Month. Martie Wilson worked hard on the Senior Tea. H. Scott, K. Nelson, R Ray and J. Coldwell looking tough! Council members enjoy the President's Luncheon F.F.H. Continues to Make Money FFA members head to class. B Benson entering the meeting. It was a good money making year for F.F.A. this year. They did many things to earn money such as selling cider at the football games, having various raffles, and they teamed up with F.B.L.A. for the annual Turkey Shoot, which was a big success. They worked very hard all year earning money for which a chain animal will be purchased. 72 The 1976-77 Future Farmers of America members. F.B.L.R. Small but Trying Council members; Cindy Wright and Tammy McCallum. The F.B.L.A. club this year had a very hard time trying to get moving, because of the lack of participation. Although the group was small they had many things planned. In which some did not succeed because of no turnout. However, they still continued to function, and with sometimes only as many as three at a meeting they held together. The new officers for the coming year, are anticipating a larger turnout for next year. 73 Left to right; Jeff Welter, Cindy Wright, Karen Kellar, Margaret McCoy, Kim Lucas, Carole Hendrickson, Mr Forsberg, advisor. Journalism Tell The 1976-77 Journalism class kept up with the daily gossip in Rainier High School. Under the supervision of advisory, Mr. Woodmark and co-editors, Jenny Coldwell and Heather Scott, the paper showed high quality work. The COLUMBIAN joined with the COMMUNITY SCHOOL NEWSLETTER this year to allow the whole community to enjoy the news of the high school. Articles featured during the year were: Wheels of the Week , Ideal Boy and Girl , Jock Talk , and a series of letters from a prisoner at McNeil Island. Wow, I'm done! says M Landsman. Mr. Woodmark's key to work is relaxation. Standing, left to right: Greg Reeves, Jennifer Coldwell, Matt Landsman. Sandra Jennings, and Ralph Jarrett, Sitting; Mr. Woodmark. 74 n MEXICO NOSOTROS VRMHS The Spanish Club was on their toes this year! The group worked hard all year to be able to afford their trip to Mexico. The club was under the supervision of Spanish teacher, Mrs. Beret Sophusson. This year's president was Lenora Landsman. Vice President was Pam Dodge. Sue Thorpe was Secretary- Treasurer. Debbie Stanley was their rep. to Student Council. Some of the money-making projects were: cake raffles, selling candy, and stationery, a Spaghetti Feed, selling Mexican cook books, are just a few of the many projects they participated in. This year students hosted four exchange students from Costa Rica. They all attended Rainier High School during their stay; and seemed to enjoy themselves very much. Back row; from left to right: Mrs. Sophusson, Gale Hamilton. Debbie Stanley, Fred Lowe, Pam Dodge. Walter Posch, Glen Girard, Richard Caldwell. Front row left to right: Sue Thorpe, Lenora Landsman, Barb Werth. Advisor, Mrs. Sophusson speaks her piece. 75 ,covf Yearbook Has Fun Year What??? Make you another picture? sighs Mark D My smile will get me anything, Oh, no, not you again, says Marla, thinks Bonnie. The Yearbook staff had a lot of fun this year getting their pages completed. Everyone was real easy to get along with and helped each other. There were five seniors who did a fine job, that will be missed. Marla Dawkins will be the editor for next year, and Shirley Hobson, assistant editor. Mr. Rankin taking it easy. L-R back row: Shirley Hobson, Mark Dawkins,Kim Nelson, Middle Row: Mr Rankin, Marla Dawkins, Dean Painter, Butch Gillespie, Front Row Left side: Laura Olson, In Basket: Mark Gano, Right side: Dave Johnston. Drama Rets Up The Rainier Players presented four plays this year, two one act and two full length plays. The first play was written by Mr. Webley and it was called The Bozo Brothers Bring Home The Bacon . The next play was The Little Foxes Written by Lillian Heilman. The play was a great success thanks to seniors of the cast: Ron Sisco, Ross McKee, Jeff Welter, and Todd Markillie. The last two plays were on one act play night they were An Inspector Answers and The Farmers Daughter . It's true Geneen. R McKee acts dignified. left: Jeff Welter kills four L. Bonner portrays a well to do lady as well as a gang leader in An Inspector Answers . “So long , says Ron Sisco. K. Cowan plants one on B Ferdon. 80 What a smile. The casts of “The Bozo Brothers Bring Home the Bacon “An Inspector Answers and “The Farmers Daughter . B. Gillespie covers them all. 81 Speech is Outspoken The speech team took eight people to state this year. Three out of the eight placed at state. There are a lot of underclassmen this year, which is an advantage to the coming years. Nineteen trophies were added to the case this year, with thirteen of them being first place, three second place and only two third places. Brenda and Lori goofing around before a speech meet. Who, me??'' asks Gina Smith Front row L-R: K. Knutsen, L. Larson, B Bennett, S. Gress. Middle row L-R: L. Bledsoe, S. Jennings, K. Lucas, G. Smith C. Hendrickson S Taylor, Y. Smith, S. Beck, S. Thorpe, D. Seachris. 82 Mr. Chartier lets his fingers do the walking. on the Move 1 Concept Choir Rlways In middle December the Concert Choir traveled to Lloyd Center to sing for the shoppers. A week later the choir presented a short concert to each grade school within the district. At Christmas time they combined with the swing choir, stage band, and concert band for our annual Christmas concert. On March 17 the concert choir participated with the grade school choirs, bands, and high school concert band for the 3rd Annual District Massed Festival. On April 7 they traveled to Seaside for the League Massed Festival. 84 1976-77 RAINIER HIGH SCHOOL CHOIR Swing Choir In The Grove The Swing Choir this year really moved and grooved to the sound of director, Mike Chartier. Swing Choir's goals this year are to have high quality tone, clear pitch, and blending voices. Swing Choir chose a variety of song styles, from pop to light rock, and some lazy jazz. A few of the Swing Choir's selections are as follows: Tuxedo Junction , I Only Have Eyes For You , Life is a Song Worth Singing , Alone and Blue , Bright Eyes , and the senior class song, Mahogany . Swing Choir gets into their music! Top row left to right; T. Butcher, V. Haas, D. Bader, J Muck, K. Ege, B. Strong; middle row: K. Culp, F. Puckett C Burnham, M. Crocker, B. Bess, G. Hamilton; front row: C. Williams, R. Stowell, K. Lucas, S. Andrews, K Self, C. Guismger, D Bloomfeldt. 85 The concert band worked very hard this year getting every sound in tune. They put on the Christmas concert, the annual Spring concert, and also worked very hard on the songs for graduation. This year they teamed up with the stage band, and hosted the Bainbridge Island High School Band, which also performed at the Spring concert. It was said to be a lot of fun for all. Rainier was asked to make the trip next year. The 1976-1977 Concert Band Concert Band, Hard Working Concert Band performing at a pep assembly. Stage Band Does Well The stage band did very well this year. They received top honors in many of their performances. Also two students, Carole Henderickson, and Mark Siltala, were choosen to attend Music in May from eight hundred other applications. They both agreed that it was a good experience and a lot of fun. Dale Lee warming up. 87 Left to right: Dale Lee. Art Remsik, Dave Armstrong, practicing before a concert. Honor Society Off to Canada Mark D and Mark G. the Siamese Twins ' get auctioned off at the slave sale. Honor Society had many activities this year. As money making projects, they had bake sales, car washes, and the annual slave auction which serves the added purpose of introducing the new members. To top off the year, Honor Society took a trip to Canada. The trip was both educational and fun. I'll take him, says Marlene Dawkins. Todd Markillie teaches the My smile will get millions, thinks new members a lesson Marla Dawkins, with his whip. 88 The 1976-77 National Honor Society members. 89 Faculty Rainier's faculty saw three new additions this year. Chris Thorsen and John Stein were added to the Science Department. Jay Davies came to teach math and physical education. As a faculty, they welcomed the new staff at the fall Girls' League Luncheon. Some of the men participated in a basketball team suffering injuries from a poked eyelid to a sprained ankle to being knocked out. May, found teachers involved in a Gong Show to provide money for a student scholarship. All who attended as well as participants had a good time. Rainier High's faculty shows a great deal of diversity in almost every field of study, but unity in wanting the best education for the communities students. Mr. Peerboom poses for the camera. Mrs. Zimmerman working hard. Mr Wallace writes another suspension slip. 90 Mrs. Harris says, Top this smile Cathy Bernard is surprised by the camera. Mr. Davidson Gives you his grin. Mr. Doumit plays student. Mr. Stein files some papers. Mrs. Chase teaching sewing. Mr. Thorsen, welcomes you. Mr. Webley, is stunned. Miss Beck and ... the Frog. Mrs. Hunnicutt watches Dave and Brad Mrs. Romey tries one of her books. Mr. Forsberg Mr. Rankin takes time out to pose. Mrs Sophusson peaks out her door. 92 Mr. Ward Miss Jensen, Math teacher Mr. Clore thinks of the trip home. Miss Schweitzer looks again. 93 Mr. Burnett, writes another test. Mr Anderson makes a list of names Mr. Crepear takes turn at the shutter 95 M tyf V THL.-f' s f V fI w • 3 f • '■ 96 Steven Ade David Allegar And to our Frosh Crystal Allen Oneata Allen FRESHMAN CLASS OFFICERS: Brian Sturdevant, President; Charlene Wolfe, Vice President; Cindy Greer, Secretary-Treasurer; Debbie Holmes Representative Kathy Blair Linda Blunk Garry Bogardus Cindy Bohlen Lisa Bonnell Cindy Brezeale Ron Buckman Sheri Buckman Jennifer Bunker Lei Anne Buol Lee Anne Burnham Carolyn Butcher Diana Caldwell Pat Caulfield Steve Caulfield Brenda Choate Julie Anne Clark Chris Corl Audrey Cramer Tom Cramer Bart Crawford Mary Curtis Rhondj Dasher Marlene Dawkins 98 We add this note Chris deVries Tim Dozier Loretta Elbert Nadine Evans Cheri Fair Robyn Fisher Cheryl Foultner Jin Fowler Robert Freeman Glenn French Lugene Gamble Kim Getzlaff Cindy Greer Babe Gregory Scott Gress Kathy Griffith Douglas Guisinger Joe Hackenberg Andy Hale Lonnie Hall Frank Hammond Robyn Hansen Cindy Haun Mike Hay Eddy Hayslip Myrtle Helgeson Dianna Higley Sean Hill Riddell Hitz Perry Hoffman 99 Don’t give up, it’s not Debbie Holmes Judy Hook Jason Hughes John Hughes David Johnsen Lori Johnson Renay Johnson Joe Julien Mae Keene Cathy Keith Julie Kellar Merle Kirkland Darrel Lahnala Vernon Lamoureux Tim Langworthy Terry Larson Kenneth Lawhon Teresa Lawhon Kevin Leininger Eugene Undstrom Susan Mansur Norman Martin Brandon Masterson Kelly McCarter Debra McCollam Richard McCollam Craig McCowan Phyllis McCoy Geri McKay Danny McKee Brenda Meadows Geneen Mills 100 that far to go Roger Monckton Norma Montgomery Norman Mueller Ed Nelson Julie Norman Linda Ordahl Blake Pederson Paul Peerboom Rosemary Pellham Sherin Perkins Wesley Plantz Shirley Presswood Marilyn Prince Jeana Provancha Hilda Radies Darren Reef Lisa Roberts Brian Samples Sherman Salsbury Gary Schmuck Alan Scott Sandy Scott Penny Shelton Rudy Shuping Patricia Skiple Chris Smith Gina Smith Jon Sophusson Robie Sorenson Shauna Souders Rick Souther Jody Sparks 101 Stay in there, and go on your way. Brian Sturdevant Julene Swenson Gary Sylvester Rex Thomas Dale Thompson Valerie Thompson Carri Triplett Ricky Trotter Ed Trumble Jerry Trumble Patricia Turner Brian Underhill Larry Walker Pam Wallace Tod Wasser Danette Watson Gwyn Welter Don Wheeler Jeff White Brenda Whittaker Shane Wilson Charlene Wolfe Rick Woody Debbie Abbott Class of “79” Wendy Ade Scott Alwine Chuck Anderson v For the Class of 1979, this year's officers were: Middle, Lori Larson as President; Left, Brenda Bennett as Vice President; and Right, Marti Wilson as Secretary and Treasurer. It is through these girls' efforts, and those 79 students before and after them, that the class of 79 shall have an outstanding past to look back on. Mary Anderson Saundra Anderson Sandra Andrews Jeff Bader Roberta Beeson Brenda Bennett Patty Bernard Bruce Bess Charles Blair John Blodgett Chris Boehm Don Bonnell 103 Our thanks to you. Sophomore class. Laura Bonner Lloyd Boursaw Connie Bratcher Mark Brezeala Mike Brown Tami Brown Bill Buol Terri Burnham Saundra Busby Richard Caldwell Robert Carter Brian Cochran Terri Cook Valerie Counts Mike Cowan Mary Crocker Rose Culp Steve Danchok Mark Davids Tim Drake Tammy Dunn Cheryl Elbert Carol Emery Clayton Emmory Ed Erickson Roberta Ferdon Jo Fisher 104 You gave our school a touch of class; Joy Fleming Tim Force Kim Francis Terry French Mike Gibson Glen Girard Deborah Girt Angie Gore Clayton Greer Tamera Griffith Ina Guisinger Terry Hammond Sue Hanneman Julie Harkleroad Rod Harris Barbara Haun Melody Helgeson Debbie Hendershot Pat Hendrickson Brenda Hermo Lori Hill Paul Hill Duke Hinsz Shirley Hobson Glenda Hubbard Elizabeth Hummer Ken Humphery 105 Without you I’m afraid. Linda Irwin Jeff Jauron Rebecca Jensen Dan Johson John Johnson Willard Johnson Becky Jones Jeff Juckel Carol Julien Brenda Jump Ed Karnoski Kim Kealiher Dennis Keith Jerry Kellar Dennis Kerr Jeff Klein Jim Knox Mark Knutsen Rachel Korsmo Dale Krzmarzick Lenora Landsman Lorraine Landsman Lori Larson Monte Larson Ted Larson Terri Larson 106 Our dear school Corrine McCollum Gordon McKee Christie Meadows Sadie Middleton Gene Mills Mike Morgan Jimmie Morris Susan Muck Tim Murphy Tim Mustola Henry Neilson Cameron Nelson Shawn Nelson Jim Nicklous Tammy Nugent Becky Obermeier Jonathan Ostrand John Payne Melinda Payne Kim Pellham Walter Plantz Walter Posch Shereen Proper Laura Provancha Daryl Reeves Anita Richardson Clark Roberts Don Sanford Nancy Scott Susan Scott Connie Seachris Pat Shaw Max Simons John Slape Ted Snyder JoAnn Solum 107 would jusi be single “H”! Lori Steaffler Don Standen Don Stanhope Connie Sturdevent Jodi Swanson Tammy Swanson Bob Thomas Glen Thomas Rusty Thomas Randy Tombleson Baron Tracy Carla Trotter Dennis Trumble Carmella Vance Dwight Vigoren Frank Wagner Danny Weller Annette Welter Robin Welter Steve Whatley Denise Willliams Joan Williams Martie Wilson Alan Wolfe Nita Woodage Joni Yusko Bill Zimmerman 108 Class of “78” Howard Allen Greg Anderson Dale Archibald Steve Beck Bruce Benson Dan Bernard Dave Bernard Bonnie Bess Steve Blake Lisa Bledsoe Debbie Bloomfeldt Karen Blunk Martin Blunk Matt Boehm Melissa Bogardus Dale Broadbent Bret Brown Doug Brown Allen Brundage Kathy Brundage Sue Burchett Connie Burnham Timothy Butcher Victor Case Karen Cataline Felicia Chmiel Bob Choate Doug Christophersen Laurie Clark Kristi Counts 109 The Junior class is on their way Mike Cramer Richard Cramer Joyce Crawford Koleena Culp Ernie Dasher Marla Dawkins Kathleen DeBois Pam Dodge Pam Elbert Valerie Elbert Victoria Elbert Barbara Ferdon Lisa Foshaug Paula Fosmore Butch Gillespie Tony Gregory Vernon Haas Bill Hadlock The Junior class officers are above: Tony Rea, President; Steve Larson, V. President; Carol Hendrickson, Treasurer; Val Elbert, Secretary. The Junior class worked exceptionally hard to put on another great prom, with the help of their advisers; Miss White, and Miss Jenson. They raised all the money they needed by working in the concession stand and numerous bake sales. Lisa Hale John Harrel Carole Hendrickson Gary Higley Howard Hobson Tommie Hook 110 io becoming adults, one of these days. Ron Howe Darla Humphrey Tom Irwin Ralph Jarrett Sandra Jennings Dave Johnson Valerie Jones Carla Julien Karen Keller Brad Kirkland Kathy Kirkpatrick John Korsmo David Lahnala Steve Larson Dale Lee Kim Lucas Maggie Lyons Marina Marshall John Mason Renee McBride Tamra McCallum Jonas McCoy Rebecca Mitchell James Muck 111 and through the years that are to come Kathy Mueller Lynn Murphy Vicky Murphy Anna Nachand Laurianne Nelson John Nicklous Laura Olson Sean Painter Mary Parvey Jerry Payne Bryan Pederson Kitti Pettit Kevin Pickett Mark Plunkett Tom Ray Tony Rea Greg Reeves Art Remsik Royce Roberts Kathy Robinson Kari Ronning Terry Samples Maurice Sams Alan Seachris 112 they shall look back on all they’ve done. Debbie Sherman Mark Siltala Scott Smith Tina Smith Vale Smith Larry Stoddard Roxie Stowell Bruce Strong Shirley Taylor Roger Thomas Sue Thorpe Sheila Tofte Ken Triplett Kelly Usher Richard Vance Jeff Van Natta John Wallace Diane Weihemuller Shannon Wemmer Kevin Wence Sandy Williamson Bo Wilson 113 CW99 Of Senior Personalities Most Spirited: Mark Elbert and Karen Self Best Dressed: Mark Gano and Barbara Werth Handsomest- Prettiest Most Likely to Succeed: Ross McKee and Jenny Coldwell Most Athletic: Dave Johnston and Kima Marston Most Talented: Carl Pahkamaa and Michelle Dorsett Best all-around: Mark Dawkins and Twila Welter Most Likeable: Jamie DeVries and Kathy Curtis Pahkamaa Most Sincere: Dave Bader and Cynthia Guisinger Hardest Worker: Max Slape and Anita Girard Wittest: Jeff Welter and Cindy Wasser Craziest: Todd Markillie and Cindy Payne Most Outgoing: Ron Sisco and Cheryl Clark. 118 119 Class of '77 Susan Archibald David Armstrong David Bader Cheryl Belshaw Kenneth Blodgett Roy Bonser Teresa Broadbent Allen Burk Dan Caballero Cheryl Clark Linda Clark Mike Clark Kyle Cochran Jenny Coldwell Mark Dawkins Jamie DeVries Michelle Dorsett Danny French Mark Gano Anita Girard Dennis Gore Gunner Gurwell Cynthia Guisinger Neil Harkleroad Debra Housley Dora Hubbard '—1 4rt7T w Matt Landsman J.J. Lawhon Todd Markillie Kima Marston Benita McCorkle Alan McGlone Brian McGlone Mary Mitchell Ross McKee 124 Karen Schmuck Heather Scott DeDe Seachris Karen Self Virginia Sexton Ron Sisco Max Slape Tina Smith Kim Snyder Brad Sramek Deborah Stanley Roxie Stowell Rosalie Tofte Cindy Wasser Jeff Welter Twila Welter Cindy Williams Linda Vouker Brenda Hill Matt Swanson Gale Hamilton 127 Sheldon Andrews Tammy Robinson Mark Elbert PEOPLE NOT PICTURED: Aurora Buol Kathy Foshaug Harrel John Mason Paul McBride Rob Cameron Tony Hill Margaret McCoy Sandra Roberts Debora Chapelle Mary Iba Amy Mustola Shari Scott Leslie Clark Tom Kelly Carl Pahkamaa Cindy Shelton Kathy Curtis Pahkamaa Scott Link Doyle Pahkamaa Lynette Stevens Mitch Elliott John Marek Cindy Payne Jim Usher Barbara Werth Graduation 1977 On the beautiful evening of June 10, 1977, Seniors gathered for the Commencement exercise at Rainier High School Auditorium. The Senior class showed lots of spirit and a great deal of enthusiasm as a large varity of Senior classmates received awards. It was truly an event no one should have missed. The build up for the awards sent many seniors into tears of happiness. It was a beautiful graduation and it was all made possible by the Senior Class of Rainier High School 1977, congratulations and good luck! Rev. Belshaw gave the Address at Baccalaureate ceremony. 130 R.H.S. Choir sang Let Me Be The One and the Theme From Mahogany at Baccalaureate. Graduation's a blast! M. McCoy looks forward to the future. Ooh baby, I made it! , thinks Cindy Happy graduate, Jenny Coldwell, gets a big hug from her mother Payne 131 Thanks dad , says Mark Gano as he receives his diploma. K. Knutsen received an award. 132 Seniors D. Armstrong, M. Swanson, B. Sramek, and D. Johnston, listen intently to speakers. Graduation Rwards 1977 RAINIER HIGH SCHOOL June 10, 1977 OREGON SCHOLARS.................................................................DAVID BADER ROSS McKEE ROBERT CAMERON MAX SLAPE CYNTHIA GUISINGER SENIOR NATIONAL HONOR SOCIETY MEMBERS...........................................SUE ARCHIBALD DAVID BADER MARKGANO DAVE JOHNSTON ROSS McKEE DAN CABALLERO ANITA GIRARD TODD MARKILLIE JOHN MUCK ROBERT CAMERON CYNTHIA GUISINGER MARGARET McCOY AMY MUSTOLA JENNIFER COLDWELL RICHARD GURWELL MAX SLAPE KIM NELSON MARK DAWKINS BRENDA HILL TWILA WELTER LINDA PERRY MICHELLE DORSETT SHARI SCOTT MARK ELBERT ELKS TEEN-AGER OF THE MONTH AWARD-ST HELENS LODGE SEPTEMBER......................................................................ROSS McKEE OCTOBER.. .....................................................................MARK DAWKINS NOVEMBER.......................................................................KIM NELSON DECEMBER.......................................................................DAVID BADER JANUARY........................................................................TWILA WELTER FEBRUARY.......................................................................JENNIFER COLDWELL MARCH..........................................................................MICHELLE DORSETT APRIL..........................................................................CYNTHIA GUISINGER MAY............................................................................MAX SLAPE ELKS MOST VALUABLE STUDENT SCHOLARSHIP-ST. HELENS LODGE First Place......................................................................ROSS McKee ELKS TEEN-AGER OF THE YEAR......................................................DAVID BADER DAR GOOD CITIZENSHIP AWARD......................................................DAVID BADER First Place-Mt. St. Helens Chapter First Place-District GIRLS' LEAGUE CUP...............................................................JENNIFER COLDWELL OUTSTANDING SENIOR CHORAL AWARD.................................................JOHN MUCK OUTSTANDING SENIOR BAND MUSICIAN................................................DAVE ARMSTRONG OUTSTANDING SENIOR AGRICULTURE STUDENT..........................................TOM KELLEY DRAMA AWARD.....................................................................RON SISCO FORENSIC AWARD..................................................................KIRK KNUTSEN JOURNALISM AWARDS MOST OUTSTANDING SENIOR WRITER.................................................MATT LANDSMAN MOST OUTSTANDING SENIOR JOURNALIST.............................................JENNIFER COLDWELL CERTIFICATE OF MERIT FOR NATIONAL ACHIEVEMENT IN CREATIVE WRITING HONORABLE MENTION..............................................................ROSS McKEE VALEDICTORY AWARD...............................................................ROBERT CAMERON SALUTATORY AWARD................................................................CYNTHIA GUISINGER FACULTY CITIZENSHIP AWARD.......................................................KAREN SELF RON SISCO RHS CHOIR SCHOLARSHIPS..........................................................DAVID BADER JOHN MUCK RHS GIRLS' LEAGUE SCHOLARSHIPS..................................................JENNIFER COLDWELL FAIRY PUCKETT RHS SPANISH CLUB SCHOLARSHIPS....................... RHS STUDENT COUNCIL SCHOLARSHIPS.................... RHS NATIONAL HONOR SOCIETY SCHOLARSHIP.............. RHS FACULTY SCHOLARSHIP............................. MR. LEE'S BEAUTY COLLEGE SCHOLARSHIP................ DEVRY INSTITUTE OF TECHNOLOGY SCHOLARSHIP........... LOWER COLUMBIA UTILITY COORDINATING COUNCIL SCHOLARSHIP ST. HELENS FEDERAL CREDIT UNION SCHOLARSHIP ........ PRESIDENTIAL HONORS AT ENTRANCE .................... PACIFIC UNIVERSITY ADMINSTRATORS SCHOLARSHIP .......................... DEBORAH STANLEY BARBARA WERTH DAVID BADER ROSS McKEE ROBERT CAMERON TINA SMITH RHONDA RAY MAX SLAPE DAN CABALLERO DAVID BADER JOHN MUCH 133 TOM KELLEY CHUCK BARKER CHEV. RIVERVIEW Big Enough To Serve You But Small Enough To Care RESTAURANT 556-3110 Rainier, Oregon For Fine Dining BOGIE'S PLACE BEST AUTO PARTS 228 West B Street Rainier, Oregon P.O. 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MAVERIK STORE DISTINCTIVE CLOTHING FOR WOMEN VALLEY VETERINARY phone 503- 556-2391 HOP'S CHEVRON Betty Bryant 22s west b street owner Rainier. Ore. 97048 WITTWER'S FLOWERS Congratulations Class of '77 RAINIER RURAL FIRE DEPARTMENT A MUTUAL SAVINGS INSTITUTION W Mjjk Pacific First Federal '■■■■SM Savings Association MYKLEBUST WASHINGTON SEATTlE TACOMA SfUiVUE AuBuRN lAKEWOOO 8(11 INGHAM lONGVIfW SWKAIK VAllfv VANCOUVER OREGON PORTlANO EUGENE SffMGfKlO BENO Congratulations Senior Class Bonnie and Clydes on Ocean Beach 2930 OCEAN BEACH HIGHWAY Longview, Washington OLIVA'S COAST TO COAST P.0. Box 469 Rainier, Oregon Your Complete Drug and Variety Store 556-3171 138 INDEX SENIORS Andrews Sheldon 6,7.56,57,127 Archibald. Susan 76,120 Armstrong, David 87,120,132 Bader. David 6,77.88,120 Belshaw, Cheryl 120 Blake, Alesia 123 Blodgett, Ken 120 Bonser, Roy 6,7,42,44,45.49,120 Broadbent, Teresa 120 Buol, Aurora 130 Burk, Allen 120 Caballero, Dan 42.43,47.49,88. 120 Cameron. Rob 6,7 Clark, Cheryl 26,38,39,121,131 Clark, Linda 121 Clark, Mike 121 Cochran, Kyle 6,7,121 Coldwell, Jenny 38,39,70,74,77, 88,121,131 Dawkins, Mark 6,7,56,57,58,59, 76,78.79,88,121 deVries, Jamie 6,8,77,121 Dorsett, Michelle 77.84,88,121 Ege, Kenneth 84,85,121,130 Elbert, Mark 6,7,24,25,42,44. 49.88.127 French. Danny 122 Gano Mark 6,7.31,78,79,122, 132 Girard Anita 84,88,122,130 Gore, Dennis 42,45,46,72,122 Guismger, Cynthia 76,84,88, 122,130 Gurwell, Gunner 30,31.49,57,58, 59,122 Hamilton, Gale 84,85,127 Harkleroad Neil 122 Hill, Tony 6,7 Hill, Brenda 127 Housley, Debbie 122 Hubbard, Dora 122 Jennings, Linda 24,123 Jenson, Dwayne 123 Johnston, Dave 6,7,24,30,31,49, 76,78.79,83,123,132 Jones, Tammy 123 Keith, Steve 6,7,31,77,123 Kelley, Tom 6,7,24.25,42,45,49, 56,57.72 Kissel, Randy 123 Knutsen, Kirk 82,83,86,123,132 Landsman. Mat 74,124 Lawhon, J.J. 124 Markillie, Todd 31,88,124 Marston, Kima 124 McCorkle. Benny 124 McCoy, Margaret 73,88,131 McGlone, Alan 6,24,25,124 McGlone, Brian 124 McKee, Ross 76,78,79.80.81,124 Mitchell, Mary 25,124 Muck John 14,15,49,56,57,76, 81,84,85,88,125,130 Neilson, Don 125 Nelson, Kim 26,78,79,125,131 Pahkamaa, Carl 76 Painter Pfaff. Tammie 25,125 Payne, Cindy 131 Pellham, Mark 125 Perry Linda 125 Puckett, Fairy 70,84,85,125,130 Ray, Rhonda 26,38,39,77,125,131 Roberts, John 125 Robinson, Tammy 125 Schmuck, Karen 26,38,39,126,131 Scott, Heather 126,131 Scott, Shari 88 Seachris, Dede 25,82,83,126 Self, Karen 76,81,84,126 Sexton, Virginia 70,84,126,130 Sisco, Ron 76,77.80,81,126 Slape, Max 6,77,88,126 Snyder, Kim 126 Sramek, Brad 6,7,24,31,126,132 Stanley, Debbie 84,126,130 Swanson. Mat 6,7,127,132 Tofte, Rosalie 84,127,130 Wasser, Cindy 127 Welter, Jeff 73,76,80,81,127 Welter. Twila 88,127,131 Werth, Barbara 131 Williams, Cindy 24,38,39,70, 77,84,85,127 Youker, Linda 127 JUNIORS Allen, Howard 6,31,76 Anderson, Greg 88 Archibald, Dale 86 Beck, Steve 82,83 Benson, Bruce 56,72 Bernard, Dan 64 Bess, Bonnie 56,78,79,85,88 Bledsoe, Usa 76,82,83 Bloomfeldt, Debbie 76,85,86,88 Blunk Martie 72 Bogardus, Missie 38,39.65 Broadbent, Dale 6 Butcher, Tim 56,59,84,85,130 Cataline, Karen 64 Cramer. Richard 86,87 Crawford, Joyce 72 Culp, Koleena 84,85,130 Dawkins, Marla 30,70,78,79,88 Dodge, Pam 76 Elbert, Pam 88 Elbert, Valerie 30,77 Ferdon, Barbara 84,130 Fosmore, Paula 84 Gillespie, Butch 6,8,42,46,72 76,78,79,81 Gregory, Tony 6,8,56,64,88 Haas, Vernon 6,34,85,130 Hadlock, Bill 6 Hale, Lisa 88 Harrel. John 72 Hendrickson, Carole 25,30,73, 76,82,83,88 Hobson, Beaver 6,8 Jarrett, Ralph 6,74 Jennings, Sandra 74.82,83,88 Julian, Carla 76,81 Kellar, Karen 73,84 Kirkland, Brad 6,8,42,46,72 Kirkpatrick, Kathy 86 Larson, Steve 6,31.34 Lee, Dale 87 Lucas, Kim 70,73,76,82,83,85, 88 McCallum, Tammy 64,73,84,86,130 McCoy, Jonas 86 Muck, Jim 31,34,86,88 Nachand, Anna 84,130 Nelson, Laurianne 76,81 Olson, Laura 78,79,88 Painter, Sean 30,78,79,88 Parvey, Mary 86,88 Payne, Jerry 6 Pederson, Bryan 56,58,88 Pickett, Kevin 6 Plunkett, Mark 6 Ray, Tom 14,16,31,49 142 Rea, Tony 14,16,31,65 Reeves, Greg 74 Remsik, Art 86,87 Roberts, Royce 81 Robinson, Kathy 30,88 Samples, Terry 17,31,86 Seachris, Alan 72 Siltala, Mark 76,77,86,88 Smith, Tina 84,126,130 Smith, Yale 17,82,83 Stowed. Roxie 84,85,126,130 Strong, Bruce 76,85 Taylor, Shirley 81,82,83 Thomas, Roger 72 Thorpe, Sue 40,80.81,82,83,139, 76 Tofte, Sheila 84,130 Triplett, Ken 14,15,16,64 Usher, Brian 72,76,80,81,139 VanNatta, Jeff 72 Wallace, John 42,45,46 Weihemuller, Diane 76,81.84,130 Wright, Cindy 73,84,130 SOPHOMORES Abbot, Debra 103 Ade, Wendy 103,130 Alwine, Scott 43,103 Anderson, Charles 103 Anderson, Mary 103 Anderson, Saundra 103 Andrews, Sandra 30,56,85,103 Bader, Jeff 43,103 Beeson, Roberta 103 Bennett, Brenda 30,56,82,83,103 Bernard, Patty 103 Bess, Bruce 103 Blair, Charles 103 Blodgett, John 6,103 Boehm, Chris 103 Bonnell, Donald 56,103 Bonner, Laura 38,39,40,80,81 86,104 Boursaw, Lloyd 104 Bratcher, Connie 104 Brezeale, Mark 104 Brown, Mike 104 Brown, Tammy 104 Buol, Bill 104,130 Burnham, Terri 104 Caldwell, Richard 34,104 Carter, Robert 104 Cochran, Brian 6,8,104 Cook, Terri 25,86,104 Counts, Valerie 88,104 Cowan, Mike 104 Crocker, Mary 30,56,85,88,104, 130 Culp, Rose 70,104 Danchok, Steve 6,34,104 Davids, Mark 104 Dunn, Tammy 104 Elbert, Cheryl 104 Emery, Carol 104 Emmory, Clayton 86,104 Erickson, Ed Ferdon, Roberta 80,81,86,104 Fisher, Jo 84,130 Fleming, Joy 15,105 Force, Tim 56.72.76,81,105 Francis, Kim 76,105 French, Terry 6,72,105 Gibson, Mike 6,43,105 Girard, Glen 105 Girt. Debbie 105,108 Gore, Angie 105 Greer, Clayton 105 Griffith, Tamera 105 Guisinger, Ina 84,105,130 Hammond, Terry 105 Hanneman. Susan 105 Harkleroad, Julie 105 Harris, Rod 6,34,105 Haun, Barbara 86,105 Helgeson, Melody 105,130 Hendershot, Debbie 105,106 Hendrickson, Pat 105 Hermo, Brenda 72,105 Hill, Lori 105 Hill, Paul 42,105,108 Hinsz, Duke 105 Hobson, Shirley 25,70,77.78,79, 105 Hubbard, Glenda 105 Hummer, Elizabeth 105 Humphrey, Ken 105 Irwin, Linda 106 Jauron, Jeff 6,42,106 Jensen, Rebecca 106 130 Johnson, Dan 106 Johnson, John 6,56,106 Johnson, Williard 43,106 Jones, Becky 106 Juckel, Jeff 6,106 Julien, Carol 106 Jump, Brenda 106 Karnoski, Ed 106 Kealiher, Kim 64,106 Keith, Dennis 106 Kellar, Gerry 6,72,106 Kerr, Dennis 106 Klein, Jeff 72,106 Knox, Jim 43,72,106 Knutsen. Mark 106 Korsmo. Racl 106 Krzmarzick, Dale 6.42.45,72,106 Landsman, Lenora 70,106 Landsman, Lorraine 106 Larson, Lori 25,48,82,83,103, 106 Larson, Monte 106 Larson, Ted 106 Larson, Terri 56.77,106.130 Leno Dan 6,43,106 Linn, Steve 106 Long, Harold 106 Lowe, Fred 106 Markillie, Scott 34,106 McCarter, Cynthia 106,130 McCollam, Corrinne 107 McKee, Gordon 34,56,57.107 Meadows, Chris 107 Middleton, Saddie 107 Mills Gene 76,81,107 Morgan Mike 6,43,86,107 Morris, Jimmie 103 Muck, Susan 56.107 Murphy, Tim 107 Mustola, Tim 107 Neilson, Henry 107 Nelson, Cameron 107 Nelson, Shawn 76 81,107 Nicklous, Jim 107 Nugent, Tammy 107 Obermeier, Becky 64 107 Ostrand, Jonathan 107 Payne, John 107 Payne, Melinda 107 Pellham, Kim 107 Plantz, Walter 107 Posch, Walter 6,107 Proper, Shereen 88.107 Provancha, Laura 107 Reeves, Daryl 86.104,107 Richardson, Anita 107 Roberts, Clark 72,107 Sanford, Don 6,8,34,107 Scott Nancy 107 Scott, Susan 104,107 Seachris, Connie 4.72,107 Shaw, Pat 107 Simons, Max 107 Slape, John 107 Snyder, Ted 6,8 107 Solum, JoAnn 107 Staeffler. Lori 105,108 Standen, Don 56,72,108 Stanhope. Don 108 Sturdevant, Connie 39,40,108 Swanson, Jodi 108 Swanson, Tammy 108 Thomas. Bob 14,17,56,58,108 Thomas. Glenn 14,17,34.56,72, 108 Thomas, Rusty 56,77,108 143 Tombleson, Randy 72,108 Tracy, Baron 6,42,47,72,108 Trotter, Carla 108 Trumble, Dennis 108 Vance, Carmella 84,108,130 Vigoren, Dwight 86,108 Wagner, Frank 84 108 Weller, Dan 108 Welter, Annette 24,25,108 Welter, Robin 108,130 Whatley, Steve 108 Williams, Denise 40,108 Williams, Joan 108 Wilson, Martie 70,83,104 108 Wolfe, Alan 6,34,56,57,86,88. 108 Woodaege, Nita 108 Yusko, Joni 108 Zimmerman, Bill 108,130 FRESHMEN Ade, Steve 98 Allegar, David 98 Allen, Crystal 98 Allen, Oneata 98,130 Blair, Kathy 98 Blunk, Linda 98 Bogardue, Garry 6,9.33,34,98 Bohlen, Cindy 98 Bonnell, Usa 98 Brezeale, Cindy 98 Buckman, Ron 98 Bunker, Jenny 98 Buol, LeiAnne 98 Burnham, LeeAnne Butcher, Caroline 84,98,130 Caldwell, Diana 98 Caufield, Patty 98 Caufield, Steve 98 Choate, Brenda 98 Clark, Julie 98 Corl, Chris 9,32,33,56,98 Cowan. J eith 80,139 Cramer. Audrey 39,41,76,98 Crawford, Tom 98 Crawford, Barton 98 Curtis, Mary 98 Dasher, Rhonda 25,98,130 Dawkins, Marlene 70,77,98 deVries, H. Chris 99 Evans, Nadine 99 Fair, Cheri 99 Fisher, Robyn 84,99 Foultner, Cheryl 84,99 Fowler, Jim 9,43,56,99 Freeman, Robert 99 French, Glen 9,99 Gamble, Lugene 99,130 Getzlaff, Kim 99 Greer, Cindy 76,98,99 Gregory, Tim 6,9,32,33,34,56, 99 Gress, Scott 82,83,86,99 Griffith, Kathy 99 Guisinger, Doug 33,34,56,99 Hackenberg, Joe 99 Hale, Andy 99 Hale, Lonnie 99 Hammond, Frank 99 Hansen, Robyn 39,41,99 Haun, Cindy 24,84 99,130 Hay, Mike 99 Hayslip, Eddy 99 Helgeson, Myrtle 99 Higley, Dianna 99 Hill, Sean 9,43,99 Hitz, Riddell 99 Hoffman, Perry 9,99 Holmes, Debbie 39,41,98.100 Hook, Judy 100 Hughes, John 100 Salsbury, Sherman 9,101 Samples, Brian 84,101,130 Schmuck, Gary 9,56,86,101 Scott, Alan 101 Scott, Sandie 101 Shelton, Penny 101 Shuping, Rudy 56 Smith, Chris 9,101,130 Smith, Gina 82,83,101 Sophusson, Jon 86,101 Souther, Rick 9,101 Sparks, Joe 9 Sturdevant, Brian 9,25,56,98, 102 Swenson, Julene 102,130 Sylvester, Gary 102 Thomas, Rex 32,33,34,17,14.102 Thompson, Dale 102 Thompson, Val 102 Triplett, Carri 64,102 Trotter, Rick 102 Trumble, Jerry 9,102 Turner, Patty 102 Johnsen, David 9,43,72 Johnson, Lorraine 100 Johnson, Renay 100 Julien, Joe 9,100 Keene, Mae 100 Keith, Cathy 100 Kellar, Julie 100 Kirkland, Merle 100 Lamoureux, Vernon 100 Langworthy, Tim 9,25,100 Larson, Terry 100 Lawhon, Ken 9,100 Lawhon, Teresa 100 Leininger, Kevin 100 Lindstrom, Rusty 9,100 Mansur, Susan 84,100,130 Masterson, Brandon 42,47,56,72, 86,100 McCarter, Kelley 130 McCollam, Debby 100 McCollam, Richard 100 McCowan, Craig 86,100 McCoy, Phyllis 100 McKay, Jerri 100 McKee, Danny 9,56,100 Meadows, Brenda 41,100 Mills, Geneen 80,100 Monckton, Roger 101 Montgomery, Norma 101 Mueller, Norman 101 Nelson, Ed 86,101 Norman, Julie 101 Ordahl, Linda 101 Pederson, Blake 101 Peerboom, Paul 6,9,32,33,34,56, 86,101 Pellham, Rosemary 101 Perkins, Sherin 101 Presswood, Shirley 101 Prince, Marilyn 101 Radies, Hilda 101,130 Reef, Darren 9,101 Roberts, Lisa 86,101 Underhill, Brian 102 Walker, Larry 102 Wallace Pam 72,102 Wasser, Tod 6,9,32,33,34,86,102 Watson, Danette 102 Welter, Gwyn 86,102 Wheller, Don 102 White, Jeff 32,33,102 Whittaker, Brenda 102 Wilson, Shane 102 Wolfe, Charlene 25,76,86,98,102 Woody, Rick 102 FACULTY Mr. Allen 92 Mr. Anderson 95 Miss Beck 93 Cathy Bernard 90 Mr Bigham 6,7,48,95 Mr Burnett 6,48,92 Mrs. Chase 91 Mr. Church 72 Mr. Clore 80,90 Mr. Crepdau 95 Mr. Davidson 9,31,91 Mr. Davies 93 Mr. Doumit 31,56,59,91 Mr. Forsberg 73,92 Mrs. Harris 83,90 Mr. Head 6,93 Mr. Hemple 91 Mr. Humphrey 80 ,94 Mrs. Hunnicutt 80,92 Mr Jacobson 94 Miss Jensen 64,93 Mr Muck 25,94 Mr. Peerboom 90 Mr Perry 80,92 Mrs. Quartley 48 Mr. Rankin 9,78,79,93 Mr. Robison 56,92 Mrs. Romey 93 Miss Schweitzer 76,92 Mrs. Sophusson 93 Mr. Stein 91 Mr. Thoreson 6,93 Mr. Ward 6,93 Mr. Webley 92 Mr. Wallace 77,90,139 Miss White 64,94 Mr. Woodmark 6,74,94 Mrs. Zimmerman 90 S-227 144 .6 ♦