Rainier High School - Emeraude Yearbook (Rainier, OR)

Text from Pages 1 - 160 of the 1986 volume:

Table Of Contents Student Life 7 Fall Sports 17 Winter Sports 33 Spring Sports 49 Activities 61 Clubs 81 Staff 95 Classes 101 Seniors 121 Bcl-c [2 ONCE THE FUTURE During lunch, freshmen Mark Sloan and Vicki Nelson talk about their future ears at R.H.S. s seniors listen to a representative tom OSU. they realize that high school Mill soon be a part of their past. ■ V NOW THE PAST Rainier High School P.O. Box 948 Rainier, OR 97048 It’s time we realize Fans wait for the football team during a game against Hood river. Mr. Burnett takes time out from a lecture to answer a question for Amy Sorenson. Remember the days of grade school when we would look at the “high- schoolers and think that we could never be that big? Now we look at the grade school students like they are munchkins and wonder to our- selves, “Was I really that small? Years from now, we’ll look back and wonder where it all went. No matter how big and mature the “highs- choolers looked to us, our time came. Now it’s gone. We’ll realize how young and free we really were. What we always looked to as the fu- ture, is now the past. Susan Konopski 2 What was once... Mrs. Harris, disguised as Chicky Babe, shows her proud figure. Kyle Lambrecht realizes that registration isn't so easy, even though she’s a senior. Sandy Blankenship poses as a haram girl on Halloween. 3 As the starters are introduced, they run through a tunnel made by their teammates. Danny Hering performs a weightlifting exer- cise in his conditioning class. Senior class yells enthusiastically during Class 'he future. . . Is now. . . Freshmen will remember looking forward to their first high-school dance, while seniors will reminisce over their years at R.H.S. With all the obstacles we overcame and the goodtimes we shared, we’ll always remember, what was once the future, is now the past. Susan Konopski At the beginning of our 1986 school year, many of us wanted it to hurry up and get over. Seniors wanted to graduate, while everyone else just wanted summer vacation to come. Now that it’s over, we ask ourselves, “Where did it all go?” competition of the Homecoming pep assembly. Linda Proper knows that Andy O'Brien will miss Amy Van Tuyl's cup with the falling egg. The pep band always plays while students en- Larry Carter and Beth (Liz) Price take a bow for winning Hawiian Day during Homecoming ter and leave the gym for pep assemblies. week. 5 Christy Anderson shows that students often share their lunches with others. The tables in the cafeteria were often filled with students studying before and after school, just as Andy Nelson and Andy O'Brien do above. Many students go to the counselors for help. Here. Wayne Roth works out a schedule prob- lem. 6 STUDENT LIFE Mary McClure tells Kris Cavanas about the shiny, mylar ballons she received for her birthday. r 8 Senior Class 10 Blood Drive 11 Open House 12 Fashion 13 Spirit Week 14 Cafeteria 15 Homerooms 16 Etc. Arena scheduling used for last time This was the final year for arena reg- istration. Beginning next year the school will switch to pre-arranged computer scheduling. Arena sched- uling was great for seniors, but un- der classmen seldom got the classes they hoped for. Scheduling went like this; teachers waited at tables and one by one students were allowed to enter the gym and dash to get all of their classes. Seniors went first and were followed by juniors, sopho- mores and freshmen. Arena regis- tration has been a part of R.H.S. since the early seventies. Hopefully this new type of scheduling will help students get more of the classes they want and eliminate more prob- lems with scheduling. 10 Mr. Binder. Mr Crowston and Mr Hourigan are kept busy during registration. “85-86” A year of spirit! Junior class gives it their all at a pep assembly. This was an exciting year for pep as- semblies. With a new squad and new advisor, the cheerleaders had new ideas. One of the main goals this year was to get more students involved and pepped for the football games. The football team started the pep as- semblies off great by singing the fight song, which the cheerleaders are planning to teach the student body. Now that the class of “85” is gone, it gave the other classes a chance at winning the yell contests. It’s more of a challenge when the same class doesn’t win every time. The student body really acted like they really wanted to get involved. They cheered on their classes in competitions, supported their sports activities, and some even started a pep club. Senior class shows spirit at Homecoming pep assem- bly. Bill Anderson and Wendy Johnson are winners of Green. Black, and White Day during Spirit Week. 11 Fashion and fads The 1986 school year brought in some new fashions to R.H.S. For girls, one of the most popular was stirrup pants and baggy shirts in bold colors, prints, paisley, and plaids. The Miami Vice t.v. show brought on a new look for guys. Still amoung the favorites for guys are Levis. However, students could wear just about what- ever they wanted to. Fashion is quickly changing. What is future, quickly becomes the past. Mary McClure models some popular fashions. Flats, lace leggings, knit dresses, and beads were definitely in for this year Liz Price shows an '86 look by wearing black stirrup pants and a baggy, bold printed top with a belt. There are many styles to choose from at R.H.S. 12 Catch that Rainier spirit! Tim Griffith proves his egg dropping accuracy to Autum Smith. Sandra Glaze and Theresa Guisinger perfect their hula dance on Hawiian Day. Many of the Columbians chose to show their spirit dur- ing homecoming Spirit Week. Dress up days were when students dressed up. This year, Wednesday was Formal Day. This varied throughout the school. Outfits ranged from formals and suits to logging boots and holey levis. Thursday was Hawiian Day. Students wore colored printed shirts, shorts, and hula skirts. To prepare the football players for the big Homecoming game, students wore green, black, and white on Friday. Student Council determined the winners for each day and gave money for prizes. Winners for Dress up day were Brenna Ber- quam and Scott Zeilenski. Winning on Hawiian Day was Beth (Liz) Price and Larry Carter. Winning outfits for Green, Black, and White Day were worn by Wendy John- son and Bill Anderson. Mr. Football Court leads the sophomores to their yell contest victory. 13 14 Homeroom activities vary Homeroom was a time spent with your advisor for study time, working out schedules, preparing for college and getting college information. Homeroom was held on an irregular basis. Whenever homeroom took place, a different bell schedule was used. Things also went on in homeroom that were fun! Some different groups used the home-ec room to make different types of foods. Some groups just brought food and had parties. Overall, students thought home- room was a bore and needed more life. ’86 student activities varied RHS students leave the gym after a pep assembly during Homecoming Student body president Jeff Davis welcomes students back at a fall assembly. Amy Sorenson and Tina Guerassio eat in the salad bar at lunch in the The band plays during a home league football game, cafeteria. 16 FALL SPORTS J.V. player Val Halverson dreams of being a varsity player in the future. Dreams will soon be a thing of the past for Junior, cross country runner Craig Kennedy as he approaches the finish line in a home meet against St. Helens. VARSITY FOOTBALL JV FOOTBALL VARSITY RALLY VARSITY VOLLEYBALL JV VOLLEYBALL CROSS COUNTRY SOCCER SPECIAL OLYMPICS Team adapts to new coach, The Columbian football team adapted to a new coach this year and finished with a 5-4 record. The team was led by Mr. Steve Turner who took over the head coach spot from Wes Bigham who coaches St. Helens. The team got accustomed to Mr. Turner’s style right away. Four players were elected for first team all-league. Mar- vin King was nominated for offense with a total of 5 TD’s for 39 points. Kevin Miller was also nominated for of- fense with 1 TD for 6 points. Kevin had an average of 4.1 yards per carry. Richie Ford and Wayne Anderson were named for defense. Richie had a total of 30 tackles and 5 interceptions. Wayne led the defensive team with 79 tackles. Second team all-league honors went to Scott Newkirk. Calvin Corl. and Gary Schimmel. Dave Edwards. Shane Workman and Duane Stockdale received all-league honorable mention. Marvin King watches with concentration as the defense works to maintain at 13-7 lead over Scappoose. (1st Row) Richie Ford. Casey Rea. Kelly Griffin. Andrew Roberts. Richard Gould. Calvin Corl. David Edwards. Scott Zeilmski. Jim Thompson. Marvin King (Second Row) Scott Newkirk. Chad Womack. Brian Miller. Brad Ryan. Mike Hilton. Steve Norman (3rd Row) Joe Witham. Craig Sandahl, John Vigoren. Mike Hegan. Matt Stevens. Brad Clossen. Rick Burdick. Jim O'Brien. Don Sensenbach. Gary Shimmel. (4th Row) Ron Larson. Clint Boursaw. Greg Cox. Jim Tillotson. Rick Risener. Duane Stockdale. Bill Roberts. Scott Crape. David Smith. (5th Row) Dennis Mathews. Wayne Anderson. Jon Norred. Tim Griffith. Larry Carter. Scott Cramer. Darrel Harkleroad. Al Norman. (Top Row) Coaches: Bob Mallory. Steve Turner. Larry Soto. Brian Benett. Chris Stauffer. Dave Hourigan. finishes season at 5-4 Scott Newkirk runs for daylight to score a touchdown against Woodland. Rainier 7 Cascade 28 Rainier 20 Woodland 14 Rainier 35 Seaside 35 Rainier 14 Hood River 14 Rainier 14 St. Helens 14 Rainier 14 Clatskanie 14 Rainier 7 Scappoose 7 Rainier 7 Astoria 7 Rainier 0 Tillamook 0 David Edwards battles for yardage against a Clatskanie Tiger. Coach Turner explains to players to get their blocks and do not lose the ball. 19 Both J.V. and Frosh finish with 5-2 records Front row left to right: Andy O'Brien. John Zimmer. Brad Lepin. Kevin Dyson. Noah Hale. Chris Valencia. Second row: Joe Hooper. Danny Budge. Jeff Roberts. Mark Sloan. Jeff White. Bryant Rea. Third row: Andy Nelson. Robert Hill, Steve Elbert. Jared Zabaldo. Donny Stevens. Jim Miller Back row: Coach Bennett. Kirk Rask. Bret Berquam. Chris Conner. Brian Schimmel. and Coach Larry Soto The team joins hands in the center for a pre-game cheer of Columbians. J.V. quarterback. Kelly Griffin, gives the play to the huddle. J.V. and Frosh get new coaches This year’s J.V. and Freshmen football teams both finished the year with 5-2 seasons. Both teams had new additions to their coaching staff. The J.V. team had new coaches Chris Stauffer, and former freshmen coach Bob Mallory. “The team was made up mostly of sophomores with good ju- nior leadership,” said Mallory. All players showed great improvement over last year, and they are looking forward to next season. Bob Mallory called this year’s J.V. team “The best group I have ever worked with.” The highlight of this year’s J.V. sea- son was a 26-0 win over rival Clatskanie with the dissappointment being a 0-21 loss to Scappoose. This year’s freshmen football team also had a suc- cessful 5-2 season. This season the freshmen had two new coaches. Larry Soto and Brian Bennett. “The size and talent of the kids made my job much easier,” said first year coach Brian Bennett. The high point of the season being a 43-6 win over As- toria and the low being a dissappointing 6-26 loss to Seaside. J.V. Rainier 13 Hood River 6 Rainier 12 St. Helens 6 Rainier 26 Clatskanie 0 Rainier 0 Scappoose 21 Rainier 14 Tillamook 12 Rainier 0 Mark Morris 3 Rainier 28 LaSalle 14 Freshmen Rainier 8 St. Helens 0 Rainier 6 Clatskanie 0 Rainier 6 Scappoose 0 Rainier 43 Astoria 6 Rainier 14 Tillamook 28 Rainier 61 Seaside 26 Rainier 20 Oregon City 8 J.V. defenders move to stop a Mark Morris runner. Corner back. Scott Cramer, makes a hit on Mark Morris ball carrier. Let’s Good weather and bad, the football cheerleaders stood behind the football players cheering with a smile. It was really fun and I liked being a cheerleader , said Linda Proper. The cheerleaders attended a United States Cheerleading As- sociation camp in July at Linfield College. During the camp the cheerleaders were in many cheerleading competitions. Over all. the varsity cheerleaders took second out of eight squads, and junior varsity took third out of three squads. Each night at camp there were two dolls awarded to the squads. Peppy Pom and Cheery Cherry. The girls won Cheery Cherry for being so Cheery. Judie Ford and Linda Proper were awarded National Championship individual plaques which qualified them for Na- tionals and World competition. The highlight of camp and a very embarrassing moment for Joely McCollum was when she got locked out of their room while she was taking a shower, which left her sitting in a room with nothing more than a robe on. Cheerleading was a great way to show school spirit. I had a lot of fun , said Joely McCollum. We had a real good time, and we all worked well together as a squad. said Susan Konopski. Varsity Captain. Judie Ford said that all in all they had a lot of fun. they were all real close and had some special times. Shawn Smith decorates the guys locker room for a home game. Rally Joely McCollum cheers on Rainier after making a goal against St. Helens. (Left to right) Shawn Smith. Linda Proper. Judie Ford, and Jodi Wagner spend their practice making signs. (Left to right) Lori Raymey. Melissa Jordan, and Tammy Stan- hope. prepare themselves for a home game. 22 23 (Left to right) Melissa Jordan. Tammy Stanhope, and Lori Ramey practice to cheer-on the Columbians. Volleyball ends season 6-15 Tracy Kallunki puts up a strong block against Seaside. The volleyball team ended the season with a record of 6-15 overall and 1-11 in league play. The team enjoyed working together and we had a lot of fun, even though we didn't win many matches, quoted Tracy Kallunki. The star players were Brenna Berquam, Nancy Cur- tis, Karin Romey, and Tracy Kallunki , stated Coach Len Robison. When asked what they can do to improve next year's squad. Coach Robison, also known as Blondie” by his players; replied, We will have to hustle a lot more and show more interest in the game. Karin Romey added. Next year's team needs to be aggressive and not be afraid to thrash their bodies on the floor.” Before two home games, the whole team had a little get-together at a teammate’s home. They went to Karin Romey’s to have tacos. Then they went to Brenna's to have hamburgers. At one time the whole team went to Ton On A Bun for burgers. The team takes a brief time out. and coach Robison explains the defen- sive strategy. 24 R 15-15 Sherwood 9-9 R 15-15 Vernonia 10-9 R 15-15 Yamhill Carlton 12-10 R 4-12 Seaside 15-15 R 8-13 Hood River 15-15 R 12-15-9 St. Helens 15-9-15 R 15-17 Jefferson 6-15 R 16-15 Clatskanie 14-10 R 4-4 Wilson 15-15 R 5-12 Clatskanie 15-15 R 8-15-4 Seaside 15-13-15 R 15-11-15 Astoria 9-15-7 R 5-11 Scappoose 15-15 R 15-15 Sherwood 6-9 R 13-15-6 Tillamook 15-4-15 R 0-6 St. Helens 15-15 R 4-8 Clatskanie 15-15 R 6-12 Seaside 15-15 R 13-15 Astoria 15-17 R 9-3 Scappoose 15-15 Right: Karin Romey puts the ball into play. Above: The team has fun at a taco party before a game. 1st row: Diane Schrimshire. Cathy Navarro. 2nd row: Becky Bunker. Karin Romey. and Teri Gressett. 3rd row. Coach Robinson. Tra- cy Kallunki. Tracye Risner. Brenna Berquam. and Nancy Curtis. 25 JV Volleyball season starts slow, picks up Valerie Halverson. Kathy Strahan. Tracy Risener. and Sherry Pellham wait to receive a serve from St. Helens. These are the girls who make up the Rainier J.V. volleyball’ team: Dena Womack. Karen Philbrook. Valerie Halverson. Kathy Strahan. Cathy Navarro. Tracy Risener. Sheri Pellham. and Coach Sue Muck 'This years J.V. volleyball team was a close-knit group;” said coach Sue Muck,” isolating on each other’s achieve- ments. The season started out slow, but picked up with excitement and unity of the group. Each member greatly improved her skills and all will be good candidates for next year’s varsity.” Four J.V. players were recognized at the sports banquet. Tracy Risner was named the most valuable. Karin Philbrook was recognized as the most improved. Val Halverson received the award for most inspirational. The team captain was Cathy Navarro. Kathy Strahan practices serving to warm up for a game. 26 Freshmen become “ Winners” The Freshman volleyball team pictured above are: back row; Kathy Strahan. Dena Womack. Darlene Halverson makes a great save. Coach Seavy. Pam Salisbury. Kim Vanover. Devona Jones. Front row: Noelle Newkirk. Georgie McClure. Vicki Nelson. Darlene Halverson. The team takes a brief time-out. while Coach Seavy explains offensive strategies. The team lost to Clatskame. I enjoyed the season”, said Coach Art Seavy of the freshman girls volleyball team, “It was a lot of fun”. Although the girls had very little proficiency, they really played like a team toward the end of the season. The girls didn’t end on a winning note, but they were winners in the sence that they learned a lot, and learned team work.” The freshman volleyball team won one game against Scappoose, but lost all others. They had a good showing in two tournaments and came in third in the Clatskanie tournament. Seavy says that the girls should find more and more success in the future if they continue to improve like they did this season. Boys X-Country, the season in review The team loosens up before a meet. 'The 85 season was a fun one. This year's team was really a crazy group of guys,” said coach Jay Davies. This year’s season was a tough one as far as victories, but there were many in- dividual standouts. Cory Koski was voted most valuable and had a very successful year and capped off his season by placing 59th at the state meet. “It was a small group to work with, but they were a close knit group and worked hard.” said Coach Davies of his team. Team honors were given at the award banquet. Most valuable was Cory Koski. Most dedicated was Chris Anderson. Sean Clark and Pete Tucker tied for most inspirational. The '85 team was a very young one with only one senior (Pete Tucker). Coach Davies expects even better things from next year's team with 6 returning seniors and two juniors. Coach Davies said that improvement throughout the entire year was prob- ably their best quality of the year. Cory Koski. individual leader of 1985 season, heads for the finish at a home meet '85 Cross Country team left to right: Craig Kennedy. Gary Baxter. Gustavo Castro. James Getzlaff. Troy Massey. Chris Anderson. Gary Hudson. Cory Koski. Coach Davies. Front: Pete Tucker. Sean Clark. Girls X-Country; a great year! 1985 Girl's Cross Country team (back row) Jamie Scott. Terese Pearson. Sandra Blankenship. Robin Raudsep. Jen leSoilen. Dawn Blankenship, (middle row) Jamece Schimmel. Debbie Blankenship. Wendy Johnson. Linda Wilson. Karla Scholten. (front row). Laura Curtis. Michelle Howell This year’s girl’s cross country team had a successful year. The team took 2nd at district and had three all league nomination winners; Robin Raudsep who placed 8th overall. Jan- iece Schimmel who placed 11th. and Jerri LeSollon who finished 14th at district. The entire team went to the state meet and placed 10th overall. Rainier’s top state performer was Jeri LeSoilen who finished 39th overall. Team awards were given by Coach Lynn Bonser. and Robin Raudsep was named most valuable. Jeri LeSoilen was named most outstanding, and Michelle Howell and Wendy Johnson tied for most inspirational. When asked. Jeri LeSoilen had this to say about the 1985 season. “We had a good year, but the best is yet to come.” Robin Raudsep commented. “We had a good season and expect better things in the future.” “We had a real young team this year and the state experience will help to improve us for the coming year.” said Michelle Howell. Over all, runners were happy with their season and feel that next season will be one for the books. Jeri LeSoilen and Robin Raudsep. leading the way against St. Helens in a home meet. 29 Girls Soccer almost makes state playoffs. With a record of four wins five losses and two ties, the Rainier High School girls varsity soccer team nearly missed going to the 1985 playoffs. The team was working at the playoffs going into the last match. However, with a 10-0 loss to Catlin Gable the team was washed out. Coach Bud Gilbert felt this year’s team was the stron- gest it’s ever been before, but it was also the most frustrating season mainly because of injuries and losing games by one goal. ‘ We would dominate the game but come up with the short end of the score.” Gilbert felt this year’s defense, led by junior Shawna Hadlock in the goal, seniors Reaza Reigle. and Chris Smith, and freshman Leah Cox. was among the strongest defense in the league. ’’Even though our offense had a minor problem scoring, we still had senior Kelly Parrot and junior Amy Sorenson in the top ten in the league for scoring goals.” Gilbert said he was impressed with the turnout of the talented freshman players. “The freshman gave us a surpris- ingly strong depth. “We expect a strong depth and future program because of this type of turnout.” He hopes there is a same type of turnout next year. Rainier 1 Rainier 1 Rainier 0 Rainier 0 Rainier 8 Rainier 1 Rainier 0 Rainier 2 Rainier 2 Rainier 1 Rainier 0 St. Marys.............2 Ore. Episcopal .......1 Catlin Gable .........3 Estacata..............0 Woodburn .............1 Gladstone ............2 La Salle .............5 Sherwood .............1 St. Marys.............1 Ore. Episcopal .......1 Catlin Gable ........10 The 1985 girls soccer team consists of from left to right, top: Volunteer Coach Renaldo Cemulim. Melenda Hagen. Jennifer Susee. Stephanie Olsen. Reaza Retgel. Paula Crape. Leah Cox. Amy Sorensen. Kelly King. Amy Nelson. Coach Bud Gilbert and Crystal. Bottom: Shawna Hadlock. Tammy Norman. Kim Pucket. Teri Hadlock. Lesley Skolrude, Susan Kellar. Kristi Appleby. Tammy Burnham. Kelly Parrott. Wendy Picket. Chris Smith. 30 Amy Sorensen goes one-on-one with Catlin Gable player. Kelly King kicks a pass while Lesley Skolrud and Ten Hadlock move toward the goal. Paula Crape heads a pass downfield toward the goal. 31 Susan Kellar slide tackles the ball in the game lost to Catlin Gable Special Olympics activities varied Champion. Julie Kimber; 2nd place Robert Morton. 3rd place, Sandy Carrico; 4th place. Fawn Settlemire. The Columbia Special Olympics Committee held a series of sporting events, known as the Special Olym- pics, for the handicapped. The con- testants ranged in age from 5 years to 45 years of age. There were com- petitions in track and field, basket- ball. and bowling. There was a large number of track and field events for the participants. There was a 25 meter run for 8 years old and under, and a 25 meter wheelchair event. Other track events were a 50m, 100m, 200m, 400m, and a 4x100 run. Field events consisted of shotput, high jump, standing long jump, running long jump, and a softball throw. During the winter a basketball com- petition took place in which sixty- five participants from Clatskanie Ele- mentary, John Gumm Elementary, John Gumm Preschool, Rainier High School, Scappoose Schools, St. He- lens High School, Vernonia Schools, and Riverside Industries competed. In the fall a bowling competition took place at the Oregon Trail Bowl in St. Helens. Sandy Carrico gets prepared to shoot in the basketball competition. And the winner is Scott Royce in a track event. Maria Royce waits and hopes for a strike. 32 WINTER SPORTS Varsity basketball has tough The varsity basketball team had their har- dest year and their best results. Because of many hard practices and the effort that was put into it, RHS’s varsity basket- ball team made the trail to the state AA playoffs in Eugene. However, they were eliminated from the tournament in two games. But the team will lose only the seniors Calvin Corl, Rick Risener, Jim Ap- pleby, Dave Edwards, John Philbrook. and Travis Snider. Returning will be ju- niors Dave Larson and Dell Barker along with sophomores Rick Burdick, Casey Rea, and Joe Witham. This team was guid- ed by Head Coach Rob Silver and Assis- tant Coach Steve Turner to a record of 11-3 in league play. RHS varsity and JV players stretch before practice. Rick Risener takes a rebound from the side against Seaside during a home game. The slate play oM team pictured, left to right are top row: Coach Rob Silver. Calvin Corl. Travis Snider. Dave Larson. Rick Burdick. Casey Rea. and Assistant Coach Steve Turner Bottom row. Kevin Miller. John Philbrook. David Edwards. Rick Risener. Joe Witham. Jim Appleby, and Dell Barker Calvin Corl prepares to shoot to increase the Calvin Corl dribbles down court to set up an of- lead over Clatskanie with only 55 seconds tensive play against Scappoose. remaining in the game. year but good results. . . David Larson reaches for the lead of the game against Scappoose. RHS Varsity Basketball team is ready to win their game against Seaside. David Edwards shoots from the left as Seaside tries to knock it from him. J.V. and Frosh both have learning year A learning year is the best way to describe this year’s J.V. basket- ball season. The team was domi- nated by sophomore players, but the team leadership came from the two juniors. Kelly Griffin and Jordan Ryan. Even though the J.V.’s did not have a winning sea- son they gained valuable exper- ience that will be necessary in or- der to play on varsity in the com- ing years. Coach Steve Turner said. “These guys are a great group; they were one of the funnest teams I’ve ever worked with.’’ Several members of the J.V. team saw playing time on the varsity team. Sophomore Casey Rea said. “I really learned a lot from the state experience.” This year’s Freshman basketball season was a disappointing one. They finished the season with a 7 win 13 loss record. The hardest loss to take was 65-67 loss to St. Helens in a game that went into 3 overtimes. “The team leaders were Brad Le- pin and John Zimmer. Most im- proved was John Jones.” said Coach Tom Rea. One thing that hurt the team most was the loss of players to grades. The team lost several members of their team and were forced to recruit volunteer freshmen to play in their final games. From left to right: Andrew Merila. Darrin Babcock. Del Barker. Rick Cramer. Rick Burdick. Jim Mason. Casey Rea. Chris Anderson. Darrell Harkleroad. Jordan Ryan. Scott Cramer. Joe Witham. Coach Steve Turner J.V. player Del Barker takes a shot as Rick Burdick Rick Cramer relays the ball to Darrin Babcock in a game against rival Clatskanie. looks for the pass. 36 Raimer's Brett Berquam leaps to block a pass Dyson covers from behind. Front row left to right: Andy Nelson. John Zimmer. Brad Lepin. Kevin Dyson. Kirk Rask. John Jones. Back row left to right: Coach Tom Ray. Bret Berquam. John Sinibaldr________________________ Ramier s Scott Cramer sinks a jump shot as brother Rick and Jim Mason look on while Kevin 37 Basketball Rally cheers team The varsity basketball rally had a busy year promoting basketball, rooting-on players, and organizing the band with the crowd for some cheers. The student cheering sec- tion was always full at the home games. There were 6 varsity cheerleaders, 5 seniors and 1 junior. The rally advi- sor was Denise Dickenson, who sup- ported whatever the girls wanted to accomplish. She felt that the cheer- leaders were a major part of the 85- 86 basketball season, and that the games would not have been as suc- cessful without their help. Teri HadlocK, Joely McCollam. Shawn Smith. Linda Proper. Susan Konopski, Judy Ford. 38 Rally sets up in a pyramid for the camera. Leading the crowd in a cheer as the varsity basketball team watches on to state tournament Lori Ramey jumps for joy. Cheerleaders and crowd congratulate each other on team's win. The four sophomores that made up the J.V. rally, “had a fun year!”, in Michel Mears’ opinion. Besides the J.V. basketball games, the cheer- leaders helped with the pep rallies and the dances that were put on by the rally. The pep rallies were very successful and were a big factor in the attendance at the home games. The J.V. rally were a large part of the basketball season and they added a lot to it. 39 Top: Terese Pearson. Bottom: Lori Ramey. Michel Mears. Val Halverson. Girls end season at .500 mark Cathy Navarro is ready for action on defense. Rainier fans ham it up at the game against Scappoose. Varsity Scores Rainier 62 Vernonia 26 Rainier 34 LaSalle 38 Rainier 32 Gladstone 36 Rainier 29 llwaco 53 Rainier 58 Vernonia 18 Rainier 43 Gladstone 40 Rainier 43 Gladstone 44 Rainier 49 Clatskanie 29 Rainier 40 Tillamook 43 Rainier 46 Clatskanie 29 Rainier 43 Scappoose 54 Rainier 50 St. Helens 34 Rainier 60 Seaside 66 Rainier 57 Astoria 51 Rainier 52 Tillamook 50 Rainier 59 Clatskanie 33 Rainier 65 Scappoose 60 Rainier 65 St. Helens 37 Rainier 40 Seaside 55 Rainier 43 Astoria 49 40 Kerrie Davis fires away from the free throw line. Amy Sorensen aggressively goes for a re- bound. Michelle Howell gets an easy lay-up after a steal from Clatskanie. The girls ended the seaon 10-10 overall and 6-6 in league play. Although that record was not good enough to make post-season play- offs, they did manage to beat Tillamook end- ing their streak of 16 consecutive losses to them. Tracy Kallunki made 1st team All-league and Honorable Mention All-State. Paula Crape received 2nd team All-League honors. “We had a group of dedicated, quality indivi- duals who sacrificed and worked extremely hard to bring respectability back into Rainier basketball,” stated Coach Gordon Crow- ston. Our team came together towards the end of the season to win a few tough games, said team captain Paula Crape. The team consisted of two seniors: Paula Crape and Kerrie Davis; four juniors; Tracy Kallunki, Amy Sorensen, Cathy Navarro and Tiffini Parrish; two sophomores: Michelle Howell and Susan Kellar; and one freshman: Leah Cox. Receiving team honors were: Amy Soren- sen, Coaches Award; Tracy Kallunki, Best Offensive Player; Cathy Navarro, Best De- fensive Player; Michelle Howell and Susan Kellar, Most Improved; and Paula Crape, 4 Paula Crape puts up a tough shot over the defense. MVP. The girls never gave up. . . The JV girls basketball team, from left to right, are; Coach Susan Muck. Christy Appleby. Sheri Pellham, Debi Blankenship. Diana Budge. Tiffiny Parrish. Tracy Risener. Jennifer Susse. and Gina Witham. The freshman girls basketball team, from left to right, are; (top) Brenda Emerick. Sandy Blankenship. Dawn Blankenship. Katy Harkelroad. Amy Waldrop, (front) Kim Gortler. and Summer Smith. Coach Mclnnis pictured next page. 42 Brenda Emerick tries to find an open player to pass to. Tracey Risener dribbles down court to score. JV Scores Rainier 45 Vernonia 16 Rainier 20 LaSalle 42 Rainier 25 Gladstone 34 Rainier 26 llwaco 41 Rainier 28 Vernonia 25 Rainier 10 Gladstone 37 Rainier 16 Tillamook 52 Rainier 39 Clatskinie 42 Rainier 30 Scappoose 35 Rainier 47 St. Helens 43 Rainier 28 Seaside 30 Rainier 18 Astoria 44 Rainier 28 Tillamook 30 Rainier 28 Clastskinie 37 Rainier 33 Scappoose 27 Rainier 40 St. Helens 26 Rainier 37 Seaside 40 Rainier 39 Astoria 49 “The girls never gave up-even when we were los- ing.” said Coach Laura Mclnnis. “We all had a lot of fun even though we were not very successful.” Katey Harkleroad and Brenda Emerick tied for most valuable player, while Summer Smith was voted most inspirational, and Amy Waldrop was voted most improved. “The season started out better than I expected and got better. It was just like being a first year coach again. I had a lot of beginners and they all improved so much!” stated Coach Susan Muck when she was asked about the JV team. The JV’s won their first game 45 to 16 against Vernonia and proceeded to win four more over the season- which is very good considering that eight of the girls were new this year. Jenifer Sussee was vot- ed most valuable player of the year. Most im- proved player was Sheri Pellham, and Debi Blan- kenship was voted most inspirational by her teammates. Coach Susan Muck discusses strategy against Tillamook with the team. 1985-86 Swimmers make a sensational splash Back row: Coach Nofzinger. Bill Roberts. Ron Greer. Zack Waltersdorf. Scott Crape. Robert Wilson. Kirt Johnson. Gary Hudson. Middle row: Troy Lomax. Jannette McKenzie. Lori Roberts. Danny Budge, Andrea Zimmer. Jason Rizza. Luke Graham. Assistant Stacy Anderson Bottom row: Sally Robinson, Christen Jahr. Karen Waite, Tammy Burnham. Dena Womack. Dawn Baker. “The 1985-86 swimming year was really successful said Coach Nofzinger. The team was the largest in Rai- nier history. The team was really excited for the year and they wanted to win. The team would work so hard at times they wanted to drop, but kept on going, and it all seemed to pay off in the end. The Columbians had 16 swimmers in different events in the AA state finals. They all participated very well. Swimmers qualifying for AAA State were Andrea Zimmer and Zack Waltersdorf. This was an exceptionally good year! First year coach Tonya Nofzinger waits along the rail for a race to begin during what she felt was a very successful year. Tammy Burnham swimming the butterfly. Lori Roberts waiting for the start Sean Clark 100 yd Breast Stroke Karen Waite 2nd leg of the relay. 45 Swimmers Showing Spirit!!! 4 Sloan, Ford takes State title The Columbian matmen had a successful season despite having to overcome some adjustments and problems. It took awhile for the team to adjust to the philosophies of new head coach Larry Soto. Soto took over when former head coach Dan Jacob- son resigned. One problem the team did have to overcome was the depth and in- experience. The team was only strong in five or six weight classes, where they had returning wrestlers. The rest of the team was composed mostly of freshman and sophomores. The team was led by senior duo Richie Ford and Joe Sloan, who both pulled out state championships. Junior Craig Kenne- dy was fifth and Chris Thompson was sixth. Sloan was outstanding wrestler of the district tournament. When asked about the season Richie Ford said “I kid you not, it was an interesting year.” Brad Ryan throws his opponent for a win at RHS tournament. Joe Sloan goes for another pin. Richie Ford accepts his first place medal at the state tournament. 46 Back row: Coach Seavey. Jeff White. Shane Workman. Gary Schimmel. Richie Ford. Chris Thompson. Rick Gould. Noah Hale. Coach Soto. Front row: Brian Schimmel. Brad Ryan. Gary Baxter. Troy Graham. Joe Sloan. Joe Hooper. Bill Canning, and Jim Thompson. Not Pictured: Craig Kennedy 47 Matt Stevens escapes the grip of his opponent. Wrestling stats Wrestling stats, left to right: Nancy Curtis. Marietta Pederson. Kye Lambrecht. Katy Cunningham, and Monica Baudro. Stats look up to watch a Rainier wrestler win his match at Scappoose. This year’s wrestling stats consisted of 2 seniors. 1 junior, and 2 sopho- mores. They took turns keeping score at matches. They went not only to away matches, but to tour- naments also. The stats acted as cheerleaders at away matches, cheering wrestlers on to victories. Accuracy on score keeping was im- portant so that the coaches and ref- erees would know what was called in case of a disagreement. SPRING SPORTS BASEBALL 50 SOFTBALL 52 TRACK 56 INDIVIDUAL SPORTS 58 Paula Crape scores a run against Knappa dur- ing an early season game that raised their hopes for the future season. Kim Gortler throws javelin at track practice hoping that in the future she will better her past distances. Season disappointing overall, Marv King warming before the game against Astoria. Jim Appleby receives a throw to make an out. 50 The Varsity Baseball team, back row left to right: Coach Gordy Crowston, Scott Newkirk. Tim Beidler, Jim Appleby. John Philbrook. Dave Edwards. Wayne Anderson. Rick Risener. and Jeff Davis. Middle row: Jeff Thornton. Chad Womack. Shayne Anderson. Marv King. Brad Ryan, and Jim O'Brien. Front: Statistitions Kye Lambrecht and Teresa Guisinger. but had some great performances Jim Appleby lets this one go by in a game against Clatskanie. Varsity Scores Rainier 1 Knappa 0 Rainier 4 Washougal 7 Rainier 3 Washougal 4 Rainier 3 St. Helens 4 Rainier 0 Astoria 15 Rainier 11 Lutheran 5 Rainier 5 Knappa 4 Rainier 1 Tillamook 10 Rainier 6 Clatskanie 4 Rainier 5 Seaside 10 Rainier 5 Scappoose 4 Rainier 2 St. Helens 12 Rainier 3 Astoria 9 Rainier 3 Tillamook 3 Rainier 4 St. Helens 11 Rainier 3 Tillamook 6 Rainier 3 Astoria 2 Rainier 0 Clatskanie 12 Rainier 0 Clatskanie 14 Rainier 1 Scappoose 6 Rainier 8 Scappoose 7 Rainier 0 Seaside 3 Chad Womack catches a throw to make an out at second base. The Team went on to beat Astoria 3-2. The season was disappointing over all”, said Coach Gordy Crowston, but we had some great performances, like our comeback win over Scappoose 5-4, or Marv King’s no hitter against Seaside. Marv King did very well this season. Besides being voted Most Valuable Player of the year, he made first string All League. Jim Appleby made second string All League and was voted Most Inspirational Player of the year. The team started the season with a 1 to 0 win over Knappa, but only won another 6 games, ending the season with a 7-15 record. 51 Rain delays season JV baseball games were often played at Hudsi Coach Turner showing a little pre-game enthusiasm. Park. -The field was OK. but facilities were a litl primitive. Comments Casey Rea. The 1985-86 JV Boys Baseball sea- son was a little wet. Rain throughout the season caused postponements and cancellations and lots of make- up games. Coach Steve Turner ended the sea- son by saying. ‘We could hit the ball; lack of runs was not our problem this year, but the team had more of a defensive problem, counting at least two errors a game”. The team finished with a 7 win-10 loss record. “Despite the record, Coach Turner also commented. “The team had no problem getting prepared for a game”. Andrew Roberts carries out his water boy duties. The team gets mentally prepared before the game by telling the latest Jim Mason makes the play at first, joke. J.V. Scores .not AOtW cu ac cu u€n m '■ ReiitUi, zc u ■ Rainier 10 Rainier 16 Rainier 5 Rainier 4 Rainier 3 Rainier 13 Double Headers: Rainier 4-6 Rainier 4-2 Rainier 3-6 Rainier 3-6 Rainier 2 Rainier 5-3 St. Helens 10 Astoria 7 Tillamook 7 Clatskanie 6 Seaside 2 Scappoose 2 St. Helens 7-5 Astoria 9-8 Tillamook 5-2 Clatskanie 2-3 Seaside 8 Scappoose 7-11 53 Back row: David Davis. Rick Burdick. Jim Mason. Duane Stockdale. Rob Sloan Front row: Joe Witham. Andrew Roberts. Kevin Wardle. Casey Rea. Ron Larson. Not Pictured: Brynt Rea Championship hopes spoiled by loss Amy Sorensen Tracy Kallunki Kerne Davis Kelly King Wendy Pickett joeiy McCollam Pitcher Catcher Second Base First Base Third Base Outfield Paula Crape makes a safe slide to second base. The softball team ended their season with a dis- appointing loss to Banks in the first round of the State Tournament. In a district play-off game against Scappoose the girls advanced to the tour- nament beating them by a margin of 4-3. I've had a wonderful time working with these girls. They are a great bunch of individuals both on and off the field. stated Coach Judy Soren- sen. Receiving All-League Honors are: 1st Team; Tra- cy Kallunki. Amy Sorensen, and Paula Crape. 2nd Team; Kerrie Davis and Wendy Pickett. Receiving team honors are: Tammy Burnham. Coaches Award; Shawna Hadlock. Most Improved; Kelly King. Most Inspirational; Kerrie Davis. Golden Glove; and Amy Sorensen Best Batting Average and MVP. Altogether we had a very successful year. We didn't make it too far in State, but we made it. said Amy Sorensen who had an earned run aver- age of 0.45. Because of injury, left fielder Lesley Skolrud was forced to end her season early. The girls ended season play 11-3 in league and 20-4 over-all. Amy Sorensen prepares for a pitch while Wen- Tammy Burnham gets ready to make a catch dy Pickett and Kelly King await the outcome from center field, in the play-off against Scappoose. Wendy Pickett and Kerrie Davis execute the double play. Paula Crape Tammy Burnham Shawna Hadlock Kristi Appleby Karen Turner Shortstop Outfield Outfield Outfield Statistician Judy Sorensen Coach Amy Sorensen hurls a strike over the plate in a winning effort over Gladstone. Varsity Scores Rainier 10 Rainier 10 Rainier 16 Rainier 1 Rainier 13 Rainier 17 Rainier 6 Rainier 4 Rainier 13 Rainier 13 Rainier 7 Rainier 0 Rainier 11 Rainier 3 Rainier 12 Rainier 7 Rainier 0 Rainier 14 Rainier 1 Rainier 1 Rainier 15 Rainier 12 Rainier 11 Rainier 4 Hood River Hood River Mollala Columbia Estacada Clatskanie North Marion Astoria Knappa Lutheran Seaside St. Helens Gaston Scappoose Clatskanie Gladstone Astoria Seaside Scappoose St. Helens Clatskanie Tillamook Tillamook Scappoose 0 1 1 3 The Infield shows their stuff by fielding a bunt. 55 NJtV)Ot J -OOOM( OUiOO OWrO J.V. Girls Softball team 1986 Girls softball team, front row. L to R: Karin Philbrook. Noelle Newkirk. Jamie Scott and Amy Philbrook. Back row: Daedri Saum. Brenda Emerick. Shanon Schmidt. Stephanie Olson. Amy Waldrup and Sheri Pellham. (not pictured Jennifer Susee. Kim Puckett and Jeame Strahan) “It was an interesting year,” said Coach Russ Pickett of his 1986 girls softball JV season. “We had a big team. 17 girls to start the season, but we were also very young. We started the season with a good win. but due to injuries and rotation of key players to the varsity level we were forced to put people into posi- tions that they had never played be- fore.” Pickett added. The Columbians finished the season with a record of four wins and seven losses. “We played hard and lost a lot of really close games.” said Amy Philbrook. When asked about this year’s season she added. “We didn’t have many wins, but we had a lot of fun.” “Next year’s team should be very strong. We have a lot of returning freshmen.’’ said Jennifer Susee. “So look for a strong Columbian team in ’87.” 56 Jeanie Strahan stretches for one at first base, for an easy out against Seaside. has learning fun year. J.V. Softball 1986 4 wins-7 losses Rainier 22 Clatskanie 5 Rainier 5 Seaside 7 Rainier 11 St. Helens 10 Rainier 3 Scappoose 9 Rainier 14 Clatskanie 25 Rainier 7 Astoria 7 Rainier 12 Astoria 15 Rainier 12 Seaside 12 Rainier 4 Scappoose 13 £ Rainier 15 St. Helens Rainier 23 Clatskanie 22 Coach Pickett looks on as Amy Waldrup cheers her team mates on. Kim Puckett goes for the tag at home against Astoria. Sheri Pellham takes the throw at third to retire the side in a game with Seaside. 57 Track season is good, bad, ugly Although this year’s track team did not finish high in district there were more than 150 personal records set by members of the team. Rainier had two athletes at state this year; Robin Raudsep and Travis Snider. Robin did not place but did have a personal best of 2:30 in the 800 me- ter. Travis had an off day and did not place. “I think that the district meet was the best individual showing for most of the team.”, said Robin. “I think that we will have a really strong season next year.” Coach Jay Davies comments fell into three categories; the good, the bad, and the ugly. The ugliest thing about this season was the weather! Track meets are rarely cancelled because of weather.” Coach Davies felt two bad things about the season were the long bus rides and losing this year's seniors. Coach Davies had plenty of good things to say about the season also. He thought they did a good job at district, but their best showing was at Clevelend. The quality of this year’s freshmen was high. added Coach Davies. Coach Davies also wanted to thank the teaching staff for their patience. A special thanks to Mr. Mannon for his hard work, service, and all the time he put in. When asked to sum up the track season this year, long distance runner Jeri LeSollen said. It was an interesting year. Never a dull mo- ment” added sprinter Michelle Howell. Rainier long distance runners Mike Hilton and Darin Babcock take the lead in the 800 meter run James Getslaff completes the final hurdle of the 100 meter high hurdles at the district meet in Clatskanie. Travis Snider qualifies for state in his final leap at district. Robin Raudsep runs her way to state in the 800 meter event Back row: Brian Schimmel. Larry Carter. David Hill. Darrin Babcock. Shane Bell. Mike Hilton. Noah Hale. Travis Snyder. Jay Rudkin. Steve Elbert. John Krause. Middle row: Eric Bell. Wendy Wolski. Eric Greesset. Rick Cramer. Debbie Blankenship. Bret Berquam. Melissa Jordan. Vicki Nelson. Theresa McKay. Kim Gortler. Front row: Chris Smith. Laura Curtis. Roxie Aust. Robin Raudsep. Michelle Howe. Susan Nelson. Susan Kellar. Lisa Nelson. Jeri LeSollen. Sandy Blankenship. Dawn Blankenship, and Janiece Schimmel. 59 Individual sports Besides taking part in many different team sports. RHS students participate in a variety of individual sports such as swimming, weight lift- ing. walking, skiing, and shooting baskets. These activities take place in the gym, the weight room, on the running trails, and in the mountains. Students engage in these activities to improve their physical conditioning, to learn leisure time activities, or to pass time after school. Pictured at right: Jeff Davis practices free style skiing at Mt. Hood A ski bus took students to the mountain each weekend for six weeks during the winter. Students skied on their own or took group lessons. Below left: Andrea Ziemer works out in the pool to maintain the form that earned her a college scholarship at Oregon State. Below center: Tim Beidler works out in the weight room to improve his conditioning. The weight room was open for use before and after school as well as during PE classes. Below right. Maria Royce bowls with a group of students at the Trail Lanes in St. Helens during a Special Olympics event. 60 All year long students look to the future for such events as the Junior Prom. However, as for Laura Ruhland and Gary Schimmel. the future all too soon becomes the past. Tim Beidler and Kerrie Davis have the excite- ment of the Senior Ball in their futures after being named to the court during a special tapping assembly. 62 HOMECOMING 66 CHRISTMAS CONCERT 68 SENIOR BALL 70 VALENTINE DANCE 72 TOLO 74 SPRING CONCERT 76 PROM 80 DANCES Ford, Adams tapped King, Queen Selection of Mr. Football and a Queen were very important aspects of Homecoming 1985. A total of twenty-five girls were nominated for Homecoming Queen: Five from each class and five at large. The football team selected five candidates for Mr. Football. The students voted for one out of the five girls from their own class and one at large to narrow it down to the five girls that would be tapped at the assembly on Thursday. October 10 at 2:30. Each princess and football candidate was announced through a description written by each girl, and by the boy’s parents. Members of the teams cross country roamed the auditorium in search of the candidate being described over the micro- phone by student body president Jeff Davis. The runner then escorted the candidates to the stage. The results were final. The 1985 Homecoming court included Freshmen Princess Tracy Brown and escort Richie Ford, Sophomore Princess Debbie Adams and escort Kevin Miller. Junior Princess Jodi Wagner and escort Marvin King, Senior Princess Teresa Bozarth and escort Calvin Corl. and Princess At Large Brenda Adams and escort Scott Newkirk. Coronation took place Wednesday October 16. at 2:30. Each couple walked down the isle and took places on the auditorium stage. Each princess opened a box containing one rose. The queen would be revealed by having a white rose. Each escort pos- sesed a football helmet with the words HOMECOMING 1985 on the front, the king's had the words Mr. Football written on front. As the theme song ••Forever played in the background the court unwrapped their packages. The question was finally an- swered. Mr Football and Homecoming Queen 1985 were to be Richie Ford and Brenda Adams. Homecoming court from left to right. Tracy Brown. Scott Newkirk. Jodi Wagner. Marvin King. Brenda Adams. Richie Ford. Teresa Bozarth. Calvin Corl. Debbie Adams. Kevin Miller. 62 Freshmen princess Tracy Brown and escort Scott Newkirk. Sophomore princess Debbie Adams and escort Kevin Miller. Student body president Jeff Davis announces Mr. Football Richie Ford and Homecoming Queen Brenda Adams. Junior princess Jodi Wagner Marvin King. and escort 63 Senior princess Teresa Bozarth and es- cort Calvin Corl. 1985 Memories forever Court banners and footballs decorate senior board announcing The Homecoming Theme. Homecoming week was a busy week for the students at Rainier High School. It all started with the tapping of the court. Most students were very involved with the three dress-up days held during spirit week. Friday, a big pep rally was held to get the football players and students fired-up for the Homecoming game. At the game the Columbians were cheered on to a 13-7 victory over the Indians. There was a big turnout at the dance. The stu- dents were entertained by a D J. from Portland. It was a night to remember “Forever.” Shawn Smith. Shayne Anderson. Linda Proper, and Judie Ford are friends •FOREVER.'' The '85 Homecoming Theme Is it me? says Mrs Harris, as she tries on a helmet following the tapping ceremony. Homecoming court escorts lead yell contest during the Pep Assembly. Sophomore class finally out yells the seniors to win their first pep assembly yell contest. 65 Senior Ball Prince Kevin And Princess Paula. Prince Dennis and Princess Kerrie. Prince Jeff and Princess Kye. This year began a new tradition at RHS. This winter RHS had its first Christmas Ball in 20 years. A court of Seniors presided over the ball. The court included Dennis Mathews, Kerri Davis, Jeff Davis, Kye Lam- brecht, Kevin Miller, Paula Crape, Joe Sloan, Lisa Nelson, Rick Rie- sener, Karin Romey, and Wayne An- derson. Tim Biedler and Linda Wil- son were named King and Queen. Toyland” was the theme of the Ball, and the band Motion of long- view played at the dance. The ball was semi-formal and 165 attended the dance. Pictures were taken by Cianci's of Longview. The senior class advisors played a major part in getting the ball under way and deserve a special thanks. They were Mrs. Lynn Hadlock, Mrs. Maureen Philbrook and Mrs. Sherry McCoy. The Senior class was re- sponsible for the decorations and did a great job. Finally, a special thanks to Mrs. Romey who helped with the decorations. All in all, the ball was quite a success, comment- ed princess Kye. 66 1985 Senior Ball King Tim Biedler and Queen Linda Wilson. great success Prince Rick and Princess Karin Prince Wayne and Princess Brenda Prince Joe and Princess Lisa Master of Ceremonies Santa (John Philbrook) and his dog Spot (Mrs. McCoy) presided over the court tapping assembly. Santa and his helpers who introduced and escorted court members during the tapping ceremonies are. John Philbrook. Linda Proper. Ten Hadlock. Mrs. Mc- Coy. Judy Ford, and Susan Konopski. 67 Old Man Winter A stirring note is played by the stage band. is harsh on concert The swing choir 'Gets Down!” The Christmas Concert was short due to so many snow days not allowing adequate re- hearsal time for the participating groups. Band director Tim Crepeau said it was a well attended concert, and all groups played exceptionally well, which was a sur- prise to him because of the lack of practice time for the performance. The concert gave choir director Steve Prothero’s new group, the small ensemble, an opportunity to make its first public ap- pearance. Other vocal groups that per- formed were the concert choir and the swing choir. The moonlighters. Drummer Dennis Farmer had the distinc- tion of accompanying all groups, both vocal and instrumental, that participated in the concert. 69 The small Ensemble performed for the first time in the Christmas Concert. Steve Prothero shows Christmas spirit while directing the choir. Black and white and danced What’s black and white and danced all over? The 1986 Tolo. put on by the rally squad. The Tolo is a dance where the girl treats the guy to a night on the town. It’s not only a dance but there are other activities to take part in. such as getting married, sending someone to jail, and getting your pictures taken. Students danced to the beat of a D.J. from the KLOG radio station. He not only played good mu- sic. but added a colored light show. “Reverend” Mr. Riffle joined the couples in a Tolo matrimony, which ended at midnight. Sheriff Jay Davies and Deputy Sherry McCoy were re- sponsible for serving warrants of arrest. It took tickets to get in and tickets to get bailed out. The cheerleaders were very pleased at the way this year’s Tolo turned out. “It was hard to deco- rate with a black and white theme because there aren't a lot of plain things just black and white, but things turned out looking good,” said rally member Susan Konopski. A tradition for Tolos is that the girl provides matching clothes for her self and her date. Dena Womack waits patiently for her bail. The disc jockey from KLOG played a variety of music for students to enjoy. 71 The Freshman sponsored; Valentines Dance Sitting in the auditorium alcove decorated in red with lots of white hearts are court members Princess Jennifer Susee, Princess Stacey Bolden. Queen Wendy Pickett. King Darrel Harkelroad. Prince Ron Greer, and Prince Kent Riffle The 1986 Valentines Dance was sponsored by a group of eager and enthusiastic freshmen who worked hard making and putting up the decorations. Since this was the first high school dance sponsored by their class, the freshmen learned a great deal. The decorations included a set of vending machines covered to look like a giant box of Valentine candy, bunchs of red and white balloons flying from the common's hand rails, and pillars wound with red and white streamers. The court for the dance was selected by drawing tickets from a box. Students had been given an opportunity during the week before the dance to buy tickets for twenty-five cents each. Each ticket gave one chance to be drawn as a court member. This was done to help the freshmen raise funds. Treasurer Jeniece Schimmel commented that they had not sold as many tickets as expected. Ticket seller at the door. Tammy Norman, said. The dance wasn't real well attended. This was probably due to the inexperience of the class. After the coronation ceremonies the court led a special dance 72 Everyone enjoyed the dance!! Freshman students working hard on deco- rations before the Valentines Dance. Students standing in front of the neatly decorated vending machines. 73 Most everyone enjoyed the slow music. D.J.'s Amy Philbrook. Jami Scott, and Karla Scholten did an excellent job. Scott Newkirk performs a solo while the swing choir sings Spring Concert band performs a peppy song during the concert. Concert choir performs a song composed of commercial jingles from old time TV. 74 Concert All the music department groups ended their year with a final performance at the Spring Concert. To start, the small ensem- ble sang a few songs, then the choir and swing choir joined them to sing. After this the concert band played, then swing choir and the stage band finished the concert with an excellent performance. Mr. Tim Crepeau commented “This was one of the most well attended concerts all year.” He also said, “The musicians played as well as they had all year. Andy Nelson sings a solo for the Small Ensemble Mathew Garcia receives a trophey for his talents, having been selected for Music in May and having been named Top Vocalist at the Northwest Choral Competition. 75 A night Prince Tim Griffith and Princess Cathy Navaro Prince Shane Workman and Princess Jodi Wagner in heaven Each year the junior class votes for the prom court. After the court is picked they are announced in a special tapping assembly. The tapping is held every year prior to prom. The court consists of students picked by the juniors to represent the school as the Junior Prom Court. The court must be all Juniors. The way the court is announced is that the court from the year before stands on stage and each one gets a name of a student who will take his her place this year. And. as each couple goes to get a member for this year’s court, the student body president says some- thing nice about each new member of the prom court. Prince Bill Anderson and Princess Laura Rhuland Prince Craig Kennedy and Princess Susan Nelson Prince Gary Shimmel and Princess Debbie Blankenship 76 Prince David Larson and Princess Joely McCallem Members of the 1986 Prom Court from left to right are: David Larson. Debbie Blankenship. Gary Shimmel. Maggie McClure. Sean Clark. Laura Rhuland. Bill Anderson. Susan Nelson. Craig Kennedy. Cathy Navarro. Tim Griffith. 1985 Queen Judy Ford and crown Bears Jason Winans and Chantell Scott. Not pictured: Shane Workman. Jodi Wagner. Joely McCallem. A Night in Heaven is Prom theme “A Night in Heaven was the theme for the 1986 Junior Prom held at the Rainier High School Commons. May 3. Coronation took place at 9:30 p.m. with Becky Bunker as master of ceremonies. After the court was introduced. Shawna Hadlock read an ori gional poem she had written dedicated to the Sr class. After the poem, last year's King and Queen. Shane Anderson and Judi Ford, placed the crowns on King Gary Schimmel and Queen Laura Ruhland. The princes and princesses were: David Larson. Craig Kennedy. Shane Workman, Bill Anderson, Tim Griffith and Sean Clark. Jodi Wagner. Susan Nelson. Cathy Navarro. Maggie McClure. Debbie Blankenship, and Joely McCal- lem. The crown bearers were Jason Winans and Chantell Scott. Mrs. Maureen Philbrook and Mrs. Lynn Hadlock. advisors, said the participation from the class was great and the class's hard work and great ideas made it a very successful prom. One hun- dred and twenty couples attended. As those at- tending the Prom left, they were given memory books and souvenier glasses. 77 After corination. King Gary Schimmel leads Queen Laura Ruhland to the dance floor. Above left: Last year's King and Queen. Judy Ford and Shane Anderson, are accompanied by Shantell Scott and Jason Wmans. They were the first couple in the court processional for crowning ceremonies. Above: Students, parents, and teachers gather and wait anxiously who will be named King and Queen. Right: Most couples enjoy dinner in Longview or Port- land preceeding the Prom. Cody Murphy and David Hill enjoy their dinner at the Boondox in Kelso. Above center: There were a lot of meetings held for the Junior Class after school many nights. These meetings were to decide how to decorate and who would be doing what. Above: Juniors Joley McCollum. Kelly King, Shawna Hadlock. and Amy Sorenson help out by put- ting up decorations and striving towards their Night in Heaven. Above right: Shane Anderson is pleased to present Lau- ra Ruhland with her crown as Sean Clark and Bill Ander- son watch. Meanwhile. Gary Schimmel is concentrating on getting his crown in the right spot. 78 Above right: The band prepares to perform a song. Above: Sam Salsberry and Brad Clauson en- joy some of the refreshments from a snack- bar that was set up and manned by volunteer parents. Left: Penne Pettigrew. Tony Pellahm. Mathew Raudsep. and his date from Astoria take a break from dancing to admire some of the prom decorations made up of rockery with shrubs and a waterfall. 79 After game dances After game dances were popular this year. Most dances were held in the gym. yet some were in the com- mons. High school organizations put on the dances to raise funds. The organization was responsible for clean-up crews afterwards, advertis- ing signs, decorations, and supplying a D.J. Each dance had to have six teacher chaperones and six parent chaperones. Marva Harris, Lynn Bonser, or Jay Davies worked in the snack bar during the dance. Dances were usually held from 9:30 to 11:00 and cost from two to three dollars. Guest passes were available for non- Rainier High students. Noelle Newkirk and Todd Nofziger at a Winter dance. 80 During the AFS Friendship Dessert, students and people from the community had a chance to talk to a variety of foreign ex- change students. AFS hopes this exchange will help countries better understand one an- other in the future. Gary Greenhaugh pours coffee at the Elemen- tary school where the FFA banquet was held. Past officers were honored and future offi- cers were installed. BAND 82 CHOIR 85 BACKPACKING 88 FFA 89 YEARBOOK 90 Murder Takes the Stage Murder Takes the Stage turned out to be a suc- cessful production after facing much adversity at the start. The play, originally scheduled for Feb- ruary 28. was postponed because some of the cast members became ineligible when first se- mester grade were issued. New cast members were recruited, and rehearsals started over. A new opening was scheduled, and the show finally took place May 10. 15. and 17. The cast included Julie Samples as Jane Bond. Cynthia Zielinski as Mitzi Bond. Lisa Bishop as Miss Liz. Sam Salsbury as Drew Pelman. Tina Parker as Ollie Dunning, Janice Elbert as Sara Farnham. Luke Graham as Hal Rush. Tony Dan- ton as Larry Strickland. Kara Barker as Ann Mar- tin. Tery Nickerson as Hazel Laverne. Carole El- bert as Ellen Drake. Dennis Mathews as Bob Ray- field. and Dan Wade as Sheriff Wiley. “I was a new cast member, and I was shocked to find that the ‘old’ cast members were as patient with us as they were while we learned our lines.” said Tina Parker. Tery Nickerson commented. ”1 liked playing the glamorous witch' of a movie star because that’s exactly what I want to be.” I was impressed with the students’ patients, te- nacity. and determination to finish the play con- sidering the adversities we faced.” stated Direc- tor Mark Schmidt. Top left: Danny Wade (Sheriff Wiley) questions Janice Elbert (Sara Farnham) about the murder of Hazel Laverne. Top right: Cynthia Zielinski (Mitzi Bond) and Dennis Mathews (Bob Rayfield) look into each other's loving eyes. Above: Lisa Bishop (Miss Liz) explains to Danny Wade (Sheriff Wiley) and Cynthia Zielinski (Mitzi Bond) what happened during the murder. 82 AFS supports foreign exchange American Field Service is a club that supports foreign exchange students spending the year at RHS. Club members do this by raising funds for such activities as a welcoming party for arriving exchange students and a going-away party at the end of the year. During Friendship Days exchange students from schools in the sur- rounding area visit classes at Rainier to share their experiences with local students and patrons. This year AFS participated in a short term exchange with Aldergrove Sec- ondary School in British Columbia, Canada. Six AFS'ers visited classes at the school, stayed with a host stu- dent, and visited Expo '86 in Van- couver. Above left: Tena Norman shares her exper- ience in Brazil with visitors at the Friendship Dessert. Below left: Duane Worthington serves guests at the dessert. Below right: AFS members introduced at the dessert were: Stacy Anderson, president: Duane Worthing- ton. secretary; Lisa Johnson: Ken Pettigrew, treasurer; Diane Scrimshire: Matt Raudsep. vice-president; and Lisa Nelson. Foreign Exchange Students Linda taking a rest from dancing at Prom. Linda shares some of her experiences with guests at the friendship dessert. Linda Wilson and Favio Castro were Rainier's two foreign exchange stu- dents. Linda is from Belfast. Ireland, and Favio (more favorably known as Gus) from Bolivia. This was the first year that Rainier has had two for- eign exchange students. Both went back to their countries after the year was over because of an AFS (American Field Service) rule. Nei- ther of them can return until a cer- tain amount of time has passed. During the second semester Linda and Gus participated in “Friendship Day.” Friendship Day was a day where all of the AFS students went around to community schools and told about their countries and an- swered questions. We are happy that Linda and Gus came because they gave the students and the fac- ulty an outlook on what other coun- tries and their customs are like. Gustavo talking with other exchange students at the friendship dessert. Good effort and a Good effort and a good year. This years Con- cert Choir was the largest ever. There were 96 people, not including Mr. Prothero. They per- formed at Open House, Winter Concert, and at Vancouver Mall during Christmas. They also performed at a Cowapa League festival with a rating of 1. The Spring Concert was a big hit. The choir was also welcomed at Elma and at the State Capital in Olympia. Washington. Choir officers were President. Richie Ford; Vice President. Sean Clark; Secretary. Debbie Blankenship; Treasurer. Cathy Navarro. One of the big events was when the choir went to Expo. They used fund raisers such as selling jewelry and chocolate bunnies to pay their way. Matt Garia and Tami Romph were selected to sing in with the Eugene All-Northwest Choir. Sean Clark. Debbie Blankenship, and Helen Burnham were selected for Music In May held at Pacific University in Forest Grove. Matt Stevens. Andy O’Brien. Andy Nelson practice for upcoming Choir concert. Left to right: Row 1 Candy Norman. Tina Guerassio. Melinda Hagen. Esther Merilla. Tracye Risner. Ty Coalman. Matt Garcia. Matt Stevens. Joe Witham. Sean Clark. Trever Coalman. James Getzlaff. Tiffany Parrish. Stephanie Laney. Daedri Saum. Lea Cox. Larissa Smithingeall Row 2: Karen Pellham. Pam Salsbury. Darlene Halverson. Jenny Bishop. Amanda Hilsenhoff. Cynthia Zielinski. Andy Nelson. Andy O’Brien. Steve Helser. Jeff Roberts. David Johanson. Ron Larson. Melodie Nelson. Wendy Wolske. Eric Sulivan, Christen Jahr. Jennett Mekenzy. Beth Blair Row 3: Josette Rhodes. Kristi Jensen. Shelly Helflyn. Victoria Marquez. Merrita Petterson. Bobby Hackenburg. Luke Grahm. Mike Patton. Carolyn Humphry. Tracye Brown. Jennell Gartener. Shannon Schmidt Row 4: Kim Shine. Kim Puckett. Chris Lewis. Lori Ramey. Diane Scrimshire. Jeannie Robb. Devona Jones. Dana McReynolds. Melodie Dodge. Noah Hale. Terry Gressett. Rosie DeVoll. Alisha Workman Row 5: Katy Cunning- ham. George McClure. Val Halverson. Kathy Navarro. Tami Romph. Monica Baudro. Noelle Newkirk. Monica Mahitka. Beth Howe. Teri Easterly. Jenny Warner. Choir sings at Christmas concert. December. 1985. good year for band Tim Creapeu and the RHS Band make beautiful music together while performing for hundreds of people at the Christmas Concert. The flute and the clarinet sections play “Toccata for Band dunng the concert bands portion of the performance. Sean Clark practices for halftime at a RHS football game. Jay Rudkins. Daniel Wade. Anna Caulfield, and Me- lanie Johnson play for RHS basketball. Jeremy Griffith. Melanie Johnson. Dan Wade, and Anna Caulfield play in the pep band during a 87 home basketball game. Get into the beat! The Swing Choir’s 27 members worked hard for their many performances. They did 3 contest songs: Summer- time, How High The Moon, and Put on a Happy Face. They performed in various places in- cluding entertaining at nursing homes, entering in jazz competitions at Pasco and Mt. Hood, and performing locally. The farthest distance traveled was when the group went to Expo “86” in B.C. Canada. Mr. Prothero was very pleased with the way his group improved throughout the year. It turned out to be a very good year for both him and his stu- dents. Pictured right center is the Swing Choir. Front row. left to right: Shawn Smith. Monica Baudro. Teri Hadlock, Bobby Hackenburg. Second row: Kelly Parrott. Richie Ford. Katy Cunningham. Tami Romph. Colleen Cieple. Rosie DeVoll. Alicia Workman. Helen Burnahm. Third row: Erin Sulli- van. Debbie Blankenship. Sean Clark. Andrea Ziemer. Tracy Risner. David Johanson. Tye Coal- man. Dennis Farmer. Matt Garcia. Kathy Na- varro. Trevor Coalman. Dave Edwards. Rick Ri- sener. Tiffany Parrish. James Getzlaff (not pic- tured. Brian Schimmel) Above. Mr Prothero is preparing his students for the Christmas Concert. Above right. Mr Proth- ero is demonstrating different tones to a new piece of music. 88 The small ensemble class was to prepare the students for Swing Choir. There were 15 students in this class. With so few students. Mr. Prothero easily managed to keep the group organized. He was able to take more time working with them together and individ- ually. From the beginning until the end of the year there were many improvements. They did very well at most of the concerts they per- formed at. Mr. Prothero plans on keeping this class next year also. Left, students perform at Rainier High School's Christmas concert. They are. from left to right: Beth Blair. Melode Nel- son. Tye Coalman. Jenny Warner. April Myers. Matt Stevens. Andy Nelson. Jemce Schimr.iel. Andy O'Brien. Ron Larson. Car- la Scholten. Karen Pellham. Kim Shine. Darlene Halverson. Jeannie Robb 89 Backpacking Club has busy year Noah Hale. Ken Pettigrew. Mike Hilton, and Dan Hagen Dan Hagen and Stacey Anderson enjoying the scenery at Silver Falls, hike on one of the Backpacking Club's many trips. The Backpacking Club was very busy this year. Besides their major trips to Silver Falls and the coast, the club went to the mouth of the Salmon River, and there was a trip to the Olympic Penninsula scheduled, but it was cancelled due to snow. To fund these trips the Backpacking Club sold candy bars for a month. This helped pay for some of the trips. Members of the backpacking club are: Dan Hagen. Stacey Anderson. Luke Graham, Kenneth Pettigrew. Noah Hale. Duane Worthington, and Mike Hilton. Mr. Church views some FFA sheep being shown at the Columbia County Fair in St. Helens. ■i Teena Abbott was the 1985-86 FFA President FFA members compete well Future Farmers of America is composed of stu- dents interested in agriculture. They maintain farm projects, and they compete in various events such as showmanship, judging, speaking, and parlimentary procedure. Rainier FFA mem- bers. under the direction of advisor Bill Church, usually placed high in each competition. Larissa Smithingell takes guest registration at the banquet as Steve Jones. Tim Smith. Randy Rigsby, and Raylynn Bera- check to see who has signed in. Emeraude staff creative and talented The 1986 yearbook class was filled with many creative and talented people. Students in the yearbook class covered to- pics from registration to senior graduation. Six students. Rick Burdick. Kristie Cavaness. Mary McClure. Tammy Norman. Rob Sloan, and Mike Welch, went to a year- book workshop in which they learned photography, how to make good headlines, different kinds of themes, and to keep an open mind. Mr. Couture was the new adviser to the yearbook. While he had several years previous experience, he had not worked with publications for the past few years, and learned a great deal. The class was larger this year than in the past, so they had more time to communicate. Susan Konopski. the 1986 Emeraude editor had many respon- sibilities. She decided the theme, made the ladder diagram, and designed the cover. She went to a five day workshop in the summer of '86 where she worked with these things. Dennis Farmer separating all the yearbook pictures. Kim Vanover thinking about her next layout. Susan Kanopski the 1985-86 Emeraude editor. Sweet little Maggie McClure smiling pretty for the camera. The 1985 86 yearbook classes, back row from left to right: Tammy Abbott. Mike Welch. Amy Van Tuyl. Dena Womack. Maggie McClure. Tammy Norman. Kns Cavaness. Susan Kanopski. Judie Ford Front row: Rick Burdick. Robert Sloan. Casey Rea Not pictured Dennis Farmer. Kim Vanover, and Michel Nears. 93 Judy Ford in deep thought about writing her copy. With only fifteen members in Honor Society, the organization accom- plished a lot. President, Jim Bell commented, I really enjoyed work- ing with the other students.” The Honor Society holds two blood drives every year. This year, there was one in the fall and one in the spring. The fall blood drive brought in 65 pints of blood from 90 pledges. In the spring, there were 70 pints of blood from 85 pledges. When asked if these were successful blood drives, member Casey Rea replied with an enthusiastic, Yes!” The Honor Society is advised by Mr. Clore, Mrs. Quartly, and Mr. Hum- phrey, who expressed that they en- joy being advisors. President Jim Bell talks about the purpose of National Honor Society with the new mem- bers. 94 Ken Pettigrew and Lisa Nelson assist the Red Cross in the blood drive, the Honor Society's major community service project this year. One of Sandy Soderstrom's many jobs as a secretary is to answer the phones. Mr. Turner shows the football team the new plays for the St. Helens game in hopes that a win will be in their future. When the future became the past the Columbians had lost 14- 12. 96 TEACHERS 98 OFFICE 99 SCHOOLBOARD 100 CLASSIFIED Six new faces added to staff Mr. Burnett Mr. Crepeau Mr. Hourtgan Mr. Cameron Mr. Davies Mrs. Hourigan Mr. Church Mrs. Eckart Mr. Humphrey Mr. Clore Mrs. Stauffer Mrs. Hunnicutt Mrs. Courtney Mrs. Garza Mr Jacobson Mr. Couture Mr Head Miss Jensen Mr Prothero sitting pretty. Mr Burnett take time from his supervision duties at a basketball game to have a quick chat with his wife Pam. Mr Mallory Mr. Pinkstaff Mr. Schmidt Mrs. Mallory Mr. Prothero Mr. Turner Mrs. McCoy Mrs. Quartly Mrs. Wood Mr. McGladrey Mr. Riffle Mr. Crowston Mr McGladrey helps students in English Mr Muck Mr. Robison Mrs. Nizic Mrs. Romey This year there were six new faces around the teachers' lounge at RHS. Mr. Riffle took over some health, drug abuse, and science classes. Mrs. Nizic took over all biology classes. Mr. Schmidt has taken over English classes as well as the drama program. Mrs. McReary took over classes pre- viously taught by the late Chris Bind- er. Mr. Williams took over health classes for Mrs. Quartly who was on maternity leave. Mr. Turner took over P.E. classes as well as the head coaching job of the football team. He coached J.V. basketball and baseball as well. When asked how he liked RHS Mr. Turner said. I really enjoyed the at- mosphere and enthusiasm of the student body”. 97 School Board and Office Personnel The school Board meets monthly to discuss district policies. From left to right they are: Rodney Kellar. John Philbrook. Dana Newkirk. Anita Hamlik. Jim Pickett. Susie Womack, and Don Pearson. Mr Lee Brunquist. District Superintendent, takes time out from his busy schedule to address the National Honor Soci- ety at the initiation ceremony this fall Mrs. Marva Harris and Mr. Hank Anderson. High school coun- selors. are usually very busy counseling students and prepar- ing them for college. I 1 V The secretaries at Rainier High do more than their share of work answering phones, typing, and running errands. From left to right they are: Evelyn Kellar. Beverly Ray. Sandy Soderstrom. Virginia Poper. and not pictured Kathy Fowler. 98 are the backbone of Rainier High Mr. Nawrocki. Vice Principal, is in charge of student supervision and discipline. Principal Laura Couture is very busy hiring, supervising, and evaluating the staff. Mr. Darrell Trotter. Attendance Officer, assigns Wayne Roth detention, one of his many duties. Athletics and Activities Director Mr Paul Mannon is always busy scheduling dances, and athletics, and supervising the coaches. 99 100 Classified employees help by driving, cooking, and cleaning Rainier High’s classified employees are involved with a variety of work. Cooking lunches, driving buses, and repairing broken things is what their jobs require. The custodians make sure that everything is running smoothly. If this is not the case, they fix whatever needs repair. Bus dri- vers are responsible for providing transportation to and from school. The cooks provide the school stu- dents and faculty with nourishment. If it weren't for these people driving the buses, students would not have a way to and from school. Bernie Blunk. Tami Usher. Lori Farmer. Wendy Pellham. Gwen Pellham. Russ Roberts. Doris Hale. Jonne Nelzer. Jean Bennett. Margret Brady. Marsha Humphries, and Debbie Bowers. The ladies who work in the cafeteria and prepare lunch for the high school and elementary school are: Gerry Bogardus. Janith Womack. Joann Wilson, and Donna Hubbard. Day custodian Diane cleans the kitchen after lunch. Jim Knox. Assumed the duties of Head Custo- dian for Bricliff schools. He supervises the maintenance of all the buildings STUDENTS Mr McGladery shows Rick Gould how to write an introduction for his speech in English II. Rick wishes this future activity were already in the past. Christy Anderson acts like a cell, while Cyn- thia Zielinski gives an explanation during physical science. SPECIAL ED FRESHMEN SOPHOMORES JUNIORS Students working to achieve independence The special ed. students of Rainier High School are working to achieve their indepen- dence. Each student has his or her own indi- vidual learning activities. All the students have their own favorite activities. Roy likes to bug the teacher and play on the comput- er. Tyson likes working and swimming. San- dy's favorite activity is P.E., while Julie likes the computer. Robert likes listening to his tape deck and typing his cable T.V. listing. Fawn likes drawing pictures, swimming, do-, ing math, and going to the stores. Janiece likes music. The seven students are able to go to Rainier High School until they are twenty-one. and when they leave they receive certificates of accomplishments rather than a diploma. Some students are then qualified to work within a community, and others go to group homes. Some other activities the students do are: work in the cafeteria, learn to cook, help with the laundry, take home ec. classes, as- semble the community school newspaper, participate in special Olympics, rollerskate, bowl, and decorate the cafeteria on holi- days. Tyson Rickert assembles the Community School Newspaper, one of the work exper- iences the special ed. students do. Linda Webster Carolyn McBride Mary Ritenour Alma-Rae Siltala Sandi Carrico indicates that she got a split during the Special Olympics bowling tourna- ment. 102 Class of ’89, Large and The class of 1989 was the largest class at Rainier High School. The class consisted of 150 eager 9th graders. Mr. Couture, one of the freshman advisors, commented on how enthusiastic they were. They sold pennants at the girl's and boy’s home basketball games, and they spon- sored the Valentine's Dance to raise money that would eventually be used for their class's Junior Prom. The class officers, right, were: Amy Phil- brook, President; Carla Scholten, Vice- President; Jeniece Schimmel, Secretary; and Daedri Saum, Treasurer. Most of the freshmen looked forward to their coming years in school, and each day seemed to be just another day. But, soon enough, those days would pass into weeks, weeks into months, and months into years. The future they were looking for would soon be in their past. Hopefully, they will have had many fond memories to look back upon, such as their work sponsoring The Valen- tine's Dance. Bruce Bennett Brett Berguam Steve Bighaus Jennifer Bishop Dawn Blankenship Sandra Blankenship 104 Tina Craft Charles Cram Neil Erdman Lucinda Etienne Deanna Griffin Jeremy Griffith Kevin Dyson Teri Easterly Steve Elbert Roger Gibson Jim Gillman Tina Guerassio George Hackenberg Robert Hackenberg Melinda Hagen Tim Hagen Noah Hale Darlene Halverson Katherine Harkleroad Brenda Emenck Luke Graham Wendy Hadlock William Haynes 105 f N David Heflin Shelly Heflin Danny Helmersen Kris Helmersen Steven Helzer Daniel Hilsmger Leona Hobbs Joe Hooper Elizabeth Howe Dale Jenkins Kristi Jensen David Johanson Devona Jones Micheal King John Krause Stephanie Laney Tiffany Lawson Bradley Lepin Christine Lewis Robert Hill Carolyn Humphrey Christen Jahr Matt Keslmg Monica Mahitka % Georgia McClure Teresa McKay Trma McKay Franklin McCoy Jannette McKenzie Esther Merila Coquille Murphy April Myers Robert Nagel Robin Nebeker Amy Nelson Andrew Nelson 106 Micheal Patton Victoria Phillips Gary Purdy Kirk Rask Sally Robinson Adam Ross Ryan Salisbury Pamela Salsbury Daedn Saum Jami Scott Beniamin Schneider Karla Scholten Kimberly Shine Mark Simpson John Sinibaldi Valerie Slaght Mark Sloan Daniell Smith Summer Smith Donold Stevens 107 Amy Van Tyle Kimberly Vanover John Zimmer Angela Zimmerman Jennifer Sullivan Jennifer Susee Amy Waldrop Jenr.ifer Warner Dena Womack James Wonser Rema Wood Jerid Zebaldo I I Carl Warnick Tracy Wetherell Karen Pellham relaxes during homeroom Rainier 9th grade new students: Jennifer Kusah. Tom Howe. Kris Helmerson. Robbie Doud. Dan Helmerson. Darrin Bowers. 108 Sophomore class completes. . . Sophomore class officers: President. Cynthia Zielenski; Treasurer. Tracye Risner: Vice President. Lori Ramey: and Secretary. Terese Pearson. The sophomore ctass was very spirited and active in sports this year. We succeed well. We tried our best to reach our goals, was the opinion of class president Cynthia Zielenski, and the other officers supported Cyn- thia in her views. The sophomores put on the successful Ground Hog's Day Dance titled. Me and my shadow.” The sophomores also put on a Christmas Bazaar and gave away a Christmas Tree. The sophomores had a very prosperous year, and accomplished much in their second year of the trek towards graduation. 109 Second year of the march • • Monica Baudro Craig Belt Richard Bitte Danielle Boettger Clint Boursaw Matthew Boursaw Dana Chapman Debra Cowan Richard Cramer Michael Crape Katy Cunningham Laura Curtis David Davis Kevin Davis Stephanie Davis Melode Dodge David Elbert Greg Endicott Kelli Freccio Dana Gannon Kim Gartm Jennell Gartner James Getzlaff Troy Graham Darrell Harkleroad Billy Haynes Gary Hudson Steven Jones Amanda Hilsenhoff Andrew Johnson Meridith Hovey Michelle Howell Thomas Johnson Christopher Hearn Pattie Hummer Melissa Jordan Geeter Hadlock Jonathan Hill Denma Hyde Shawn Kellar Susan Kellar Tara Kesling Ronald Larson Patrick Laycock Jen LeSollen Troy Lomax Toward turning their High. . . Craig McReary Dana McReynolds Micheal Mears Michelle Mollenhour Bryan Mueller Melodie Nelson Jeff Newcomb Jonathan Norred Daniel Patton Tanya Paul Terese Pearson Karin Philbrook Sheri Pellham Beth Price 112 Lori Ramey Sophomore class wins yelling contest at pep assembly. Robin Raudsep School future to the past. Raymond Roberts Ryan Roberts Michele Rupp Brad Ryan Josette Rhoades Kent Riffle Andrew Roberts Bill Roberts Shannon Schmidt Lynette Sensenbach Melissa Smith Tim Smith Karen Philbrook and Sheri Pellham pose for the camera. 113 Larissa Smithengell Angela Snider Tammy Stanhope Carol Stetson Matthew Stevens Jeannie Strahan Erin Sullivan Mitch Swanson James Thompson Richard Thompson James Tillotson Julie Trisdale Amanda Vigoren Annette Walker Vincent Wetherell Gerald Whittaker Rhonda Wilson Robert Wilson Joe Witham Wendy Wolske Chad Womack Alicia Workman Duane Worthington Loren Wytcherly Cynthia Zielenski Students not pictured else- where: Julie Trisdale. Mike Scott. John Pellham. Gene Teeters. Jay Rudkin. Travis Bakko. 114 The Class of 87 is looking forward to their last year - Class Officers. Julie Parkin Vice President. Laura Ruhland President. Jenmffer Pachol Treasurer. Angie Richard Secretary The juniors weren’t off to a very good start with only a small amount of money in their funds at the beginning of the school year, but by the time they had done all of their fund-raisers they had enough money to put on a great prom. They had many fund-raisers such as selling mugs and recipe books and working in the concession stand during football season. This money was put toward the Junior Prom which was held in May. “Many students were involved in the prom and put forth a lot of effort” said Jodi Wagner. The class of ‘87 was one of the more spirited classes in the school. They had many individuals, such as Angi Richards. Autumn Smith. Jenny Nelson, Jennifer Winans and Lisa Johnson, who worked for a pep club and more crowd support at sport events. Even though the year started out tough, things worked out fine. And resulted in a great year. Beth Blair Debbie Blankenship Willie Boursaw Becky Bunker Tammy Burnham Larry Carter 115 Rebecca Etcher Barbara Elbert Laura Ruhland. Julie Parkin and Sam Salsbury raffle off cakes to raise money for the Junior Prom Shawna Hadlock Mike Hagen Richard Haynes David Hill David Hilsmger Mike Hilton 116 Lisa Johnson Wendy Johnson Kim Keeney Gary Schimmel. Chuck Carter. Tim Griffith and Russ Smiley go to their lockers between classes Cory Koski David Larson Jolynn Leno Ryan Lopossa Leslie MacLeod Eric Malde Jim Mason Tiffim Mason Troy Massey Maggie McClure Joely McCollam Alex McCoy 117 Cathy Navarro Bill Nelson Jenny Nelson Susan Nelson Terry Nickerson Al Norman Steve Norman Tena Norman James O'Brian Kristine Orr Jenniffer Pacholl Julie Parkins John Phegly Creg Poorman Eddie Redding Tiffany Parrish Marietta Pederson Kenneth Pettigrew John Reeves Russell Reigel Jeff Richie Maria Royse Angi Richards. Terry Nickerson, and Maggie McClure talk during half-time of the Astoria Basketball game as Tracey Kallunki walks by Laura Ruhland Angi Richards Janice Russell Jordan Ryan Sam Salsbury Roger Samples Gary Schimmel Don Sensenbach 118 Mike Settlemire Lesley Skolrud Russell Smiley Autumn Smith Dwayne Smith B.J. Stevens Brian Strong Shawn Tow Pictured above, from left to right Brent Gidney. Karen Turner. Cindy Bounds. Tina Parker and Shana Anderson Students who transferred m after pictures were taken Ron Weldon Rob Whipple Jennifer Wmans Shane Workman Dee Yates Amy Sorensen Phillip Stanley Duane Stockdale Chris Thompson Scott Zielinski 119 Chris Binder Memorial Mr. Chris Binder, a social studies teacher at RHS, passed away at his home in Ontario, Oregon, on December 22, 1985, after battling against cancer for nearly two years. Chris Binder personified everything Rainier High School ideally stands for. Integrity, enthusiasm, and concern for one's fellow man were principles Chris lived by day in and day out. As a teacher and coach at RHS for 6V2 years, Chris was respected by students, peers, and community alike. Chris Binder, to me, was an inspiration on and off the court and taught me to never give up,” said Calvin Corl. The halls of RHS still occasionally echo a familiar Binder adage, “how's your PMA? Chris was a believer in a positive mental approach to live and the impact it had on one's chance for success. Can't was not in Chris' vocabulary. He believed in the human spirit and it’s potential. Mr. Binder expected the best from himself and demanded the best from others. His teams and classes reflected this, said Mr. J. Burnett. Chris' enthusiasm was perhaps his most engaging quality. His zest for life was contagious and exciting. He wholeheartedly defended his beliefs and attitudes. Chris was in constant, acute pursuit of knowledge whether it involved economics, athletes, or religion. He relished a debate on any topic, said Mr. G. Crowston, That bubbling approach was a blessing to us all. What was most important to Chris was the people he came in contact with. The quality of an individual was important. He obligated to give people a helping hand. “Chris was a very giving person who was willing to help anyone without expecting favors in return. He was a great person to talk with, said Mr. J. Davies. Mr. Chris Binder may be gone, but he left a legacy that inspires all who knew him. Rainier is a better place because he lived. The best we can give to his memory is to maintain our P.M.A. 122 SENIOR CLASS 136 PERSONALITIES 138 BREAKFAST 140 BACCALAUREATE 142 GRADUATION 144 PARTY Anna Caulfield helps Corina Wilson make last minute adjustments to her graduation gown. Mr. Anderson directs students' entrance into the gym for graduation processional. The sen- iors’ high future has now become their past. Class of ’86 has memories After graduation on June 14. 1986, all that was left of high school for the class of '86 was memories. Their high school future was now the past. The members of this class had many moments together. Their junior year, they put on prom with an Almost Paradise theme. They also renewed the tradition of a Senior Ball which was held in the winter of 1985. This was the first Winter Ball Rainier had held in many years. After the last day of school, the teachers spon- sored a breakfast for all the class members to attend. This is given for the seniors every year. A few class members also got together at the end of the year and arranged a barbeque for the seniors to attend. They used the money left in their fund to buy hamburgers, hotdogs and other foods. Tony Pallham's reply about how much influ- ence Rainier High school has had on him was, It was so psychologically shattering that I'm looking forward to starting my true education once I enter college. When asked what Alex Hackenberg had to say about his final year of high school, he replied. I'll be glad to leave!! This was also the com- ment of many other seniors. When Mr. Muck was asked what he thought of the class of '86 leaving, he answered, I'm going to miss every senior I have. I don't see how any teacher couldn't miss them, they're a good crew.” He ended saying, I think they're the best class that has ever gone through Rai- nier.” Teena Abbott Brenda Adams Shayne Anderson Roxie Aust Tim Beidler 123 Stacey Bonnell Teresa Bozarth Dina Bright Helen Burnham Theresa Castillo Gustavo Castro Anna Caufield Trevor Coalman 125 126 i Janice Elbert Judie Ford Colleen Giepel Sandra Glaze Gary Greenhalgh John Jones Marvin King Susan Konopski Myla Leino Many of Mrs. Harriss s speech students prepare their presentations in the counseling lobby. Here Jon Swanson writes his after dinner speech. joe Lires Dennis Mathews Kevin Miller Tom Montalvo Lisa Nelson Scott Newkirk Because many Oregon colleges are stressing science as one of their entrance requirements, many more students are taking chemistry. Below. Corina Wilson completes a lab in her chemistry class. Candi Norman 129 Many special friendships have been made between class members. Here, Sheri Sharpe and Janice Elbert show that that they will always be friends. John Phillbrook Wendy Pickett Linda Proper Stan Prouty Matthew Raudsep Reaza Reigel Angie Rice All seniors were required to take one full year of health to graduate. Below, John Philbrook takes a break in his class. Kim Rice Rick Risener Karin Romey Julie Samples t ' Tom Barnes joined the Class of 86 as year to graduate in Rainier. Tammy Romph Craig Sandahl junior, then left. He returned his senii Scott Royse Diane Sanders Each period of the day students helped Mr. Clore in the library. Craig Sandahl assists Julie Ervin during the period she is an aide. Sheri Sharpe Shawn Smith Joe Sloan Travis Snider Diane Scrimshire Christina Smith Jon Swanson Jeff Thornton Sherrie Vanover Dennis Wheeler Pete Tucker Jon Vigoren Corina Wilson Tom Valencia Shannon Warner Linda Wilson Penne Pettigrew left Rainier at the end of first semester her junior year to spend a full year as an AFS exchange student in New Zealand. She returned at the beginning of second se- mester her senior year to com- plete classes and to graduate with her class. She returned with a definite “Kiwi” accent, but that was soon gone. She shared her experience with students both at Rainier and other schools in the area. Penne was Rainier’s first ex- change student through the AFS program. Andrea Ziemer Penne Pettigrew Minutes before graduation the seniors filed down the ramp to line up for the processional into the gym for ceremony Angie Rice receives her diploma from school board chairman Mr Rod- ney Keller. Principal Laura Couture read the names as seniors ad- vanced. 135 Senior personalities reflect Sandra Glaze. Most Spirited Zachery Woltersdorf. Most Spirited John Philbrook and Linda Proper. Best Danc- ers Calvin Corl and Linda Wilson. Wittiest Greg Cox and Teri Hadlock. Most Industrious 136 Dennis Mathews and Nancy Curtis. Most Sincere Brenda Adams and Tim Beidler. Most Likeable Class of ’86’s personality _ L i AAL.nfl Paula Crape and Richie Ford. Most Athletic Teresa Bozarth and Shayne Anderson. Best Looking Travis Snider and Tammy Romph. Most Talented Kevin Miller and Sherie Vanover. Best Cars 137 Many activities help seniors Linda Proper, Karin Romey. Andrea Ziemer, Brenda Adams. Tami Romph. and Linda Wilson dance to the sounds of Stevie and The Wonder Buns.” Seniors wait hungrily for their food to arrive At 7:00 on Wednesday, June the 11, seniors began to file into the school. The high school staff and some of the cooks had come in earlier to prepare for the 1986 Sen- ior Breakfast. Some students dressed in pajamas, while others wore shorts for the forecasted warm day ahead. The seniors appeared to enjoy the breakfast of scram- bled eggs, hash browns, ham, and a large cinnamon roll that each person received on a personalized, Garfield place mat. After the breakfast feast in the cafeteria, the seniors adjourned to the auditorium for an awards ceremony. The committee that presented the awards consisted of Mrs. Nizic, Mrs. Harris, and Mrs. McCoy, and each sen- ior received an award that fit his or her personality or actions. After the awards ceremony, the seniors were enter- tained by a group of the staff also known as “Stevie and The Wonder Buns. The lead singer, Stevie Turner and his back-up singers, Mr. Robison, Mr. Davies, Mr. Mallory, and Mr. Cameron, lip-synced songs to entertain the seniors and imprint the day in the seniors memory. After the awards and after the Wonder Buns and their fearless leader were called back for three encores, the seniors gathered again for graduation practice in the gym. and most said good-bye until graduation the fol- lowing Saturday. Il t'fe 138 remember Senior Breakfast Mr. Mannen and Mr. Burnett help prepare for the hungry seniors. Kye Lambrecht dances with one of the Wonder Buns. Teri Gresset. Chris Smith. Roxie Aust. Lisa Nelson, and Diane Scrimshire marvel at the performance. Mr. Robison. Mr. Davies. Lead Singer Mr. Turner. Mr Mallory, and Mr. Cameron make up “Stevie and The Wonder Buns. 139 Senior Baccalaureate sponsored by Matthew Garcia sings The Lord's Prayerat Baccalaureate. The senior Baccalaureate was held Sunday, June 8, at 7:00 p.m., in the auditorium. It was sponsored by the Rainier Ministerial Association. The Oregon State Supreme Court An- nounced, for the first time ever, that school sponsored Baccalaureate programs and prayers at gradu- ations were unconstitutional. The RHS band played the processional and recessional at the Baccalaure- ate. The opening prayer was given by Reverend Thomas Valencia. The song “Friends” was sung by the sen- ior choral members, and Matthew Garcia sang a solo of the song The Lord's Prayer. A scripture was read by Reverend John Butcher, and an address entitled Life At Its Best” was delivered by Reverend Sidney Corl, who stressed the importance of belonging. The closing statement was made by Reverend Ron Garcia. 1-0 Seniors waiting to enter auditorium. the Rainier Ministerial Association 141 Senior choral members singing Friends ', at Baccalaureate. The Graduating Class of ’86 says On June 14, at 3:00 p.m., the 1986 senior graduation took place. The gymnasium was packed while the junior marshalls walked in to start the graduation. The RHS band played Pomp and Circumstance , while the senior class walked into the gymnasium and took their places. The 1986 senior class colors were black and white, the class flower was the white rose, and both the class motto and song were THE BEST IS YET TO COME. Jeff Davis, the student body president, welcomed everyone, and Myla Leino and Nancy Curtis, the class speakers, gave speeches about the senior class. Tony Pellham and Teri Hadlock went over the past four years remembering the good times and victories of the senior class. Mrs. Marva Harris present- ed the awards and Mr. Lee Brunquist, the superintendent of schools, gave the presentation of the senior class. The most favorable part of the gradu- ation came when the diplomas were handed out by C. Rodney Kellar. The closing statement was given by Ron Garcia. The graduation was an overall success with parents and friends filling the gymnasium and giving their good wishes and good-bye's to the 1986 graduating senior class. The 1986 graduating class in the commons with parents and friends after ceremonies. Sherrie Vanover receiving her diploma. 142 “The Best is Yet to Come’’ Colleen Giepel and Trever Coalman walking Wayne Anderson. Jimmy Appleby. Tom Barnes, and Tim Beidler waiting patiently to enter the into the gym. gym. Senior Party sponsorec After a long day of waiting and antici- pating graduation, the senior class of 1986 was ready to celebrate their accomplishment. With the funds from a year of fundraising and dona- tions by the parents, and help form many volunteers, the senior party got underway. From Saturday night at 9:00 p.m. until 9:00 a.m. on Sun- day the seniors enjoyed the festive surroundings of the “commons turned casino atmosphere. The ac- tivities. including roulette, blackjack, and miniature golf, were enjoyed along with the refreshments pro- vided by the party’s committee. At 9:00 a.m. when the casino’s clos- ing time finally rolled around, the mass of people went out to break- fast at Bonnie and Clyde’s, a Long- view restaurant, and the graduates said farewell with promises not to lose contact over the years. Anna Caulfield signs her name on one of the many paper pencils used as decorations around the commons area. John Jones counts his millions. 144 Stan Prouty. Greg Cox. and Dennis Mathews enjoy the refreshments provided by the par- ents and the senior party committee. David Edwards. Travis Snider, and Darin McCafferty take advantage of the video games provided. by hardworking parents Nancy Curtis and Becki Blaney try their luck at roulette. Exhausted after a long day of graduating and celebrating. Greg Cox counts his '•millions.'’ 145 Tom Valencia and Scott Newkirk play a game of blackjack while Wayne Anderson looks on. Index A Abbott, Carolyn Abbott. Tammy 115, 109, 93 Abbott, Teena 91 Adams, Brenda 6, 60, 61, 65. 138, 76 Adams, Debbie 6, 60, 61 Alden, Gina 115. 110 Anderson, Bill 11, 12, 115. 76, 77 Anderson, Chris 28, 115 Anderson, Christy 6, 103, 101, 110 Anderson, Shayne 63, 50, 77, 137 Anderson, Stacey 44, 123, 90. 83 Anderson, Shanna Anderson, Wayne 18. 64. 50. 123, 143 Appleby, Kristina 30, 42, 33, 55 Appleby, Jim 34, 110, 50, 123, 51 Aust, Roxie 123, 59. 143 B Babcock, Daren 139, 59 Baker, Dawn 44, 110 Baker, Lori 115, 110 Bakko, Travis Ball, Shayne 115 Banta, Bruce 106, 91 Barker. Dell 34, 115 Barker, Kara 106 Bates. Nadine Baudro. Monica 48, 110, 84. 88 Baxter, Gary 28, 47, 115 Beardsley, Douglas 106 Beidler, Tim 64, 50, 89, 60. 123, 76 Beaston, Michael 106 Beerman, Clarence 106 Bell, Eric 106 Bell, Jim 106, 59, 143, 137 Belt, Craig 110 Bennett J. Bruce 20, 106 Bera, Raylynn 91 Berquam, Brenna 13, 24, 25, 123 Berquam, Brett 20, 106, 37, 159 Bighaus, Steve 106 Bitte. Richard 110 Bishop, Jennifer 106, 84 Bishop, Lisa 115, 82 Blair. Beth 115, 84, 89 146 Blanchard, David Blankenship, Dawn 29, 106, 42. 85, 59 Blankenship. Debbie 42, 43, 115, 88, 59, 76, 77 Blankenship, Sandra 3. 29, 106, 42, 89 Blayney, Becky 123. 145 Blaney, Robert 107 Blower, Lee 123 Boettger, Danielle 110 Bolden, Stacey 72, 107 Bonnell, Brian 107 Bonnell, Stacey 124 Boursaw, Clint 110, 18 Boursaw, Matthew 110 Boursaw, Willie 115 Briggs, Doug 107 Bozarth, Teresa 6, 60, 61, 124, 137 Brown, Tracy 6. 61, 107, 84 Brunner, Robert 10 Buddrius. Rema Wood Budge, Daniel 20, 44 Budge, Diana 52, 42. 107, 110, 85 Bunker, Becky 25, 115 Burdick, Rick 18, 34, 110, 92. 93, 53 Burnham, Helen 88, 124 Burnham, Tammy 30, 44, 45, 115, 54 Burns, Candy 55 Busby, Teresa 107 C Campbell, Mike 110 Canning, William 47, 107 Carter, Larry 5, 13, 18, 115, 117, 59 Castillo, Theresa 124 Castro, Favio 28, 84. 124 Caufield, Anna 85, 125, 121, 144 Caufield, Debi 116 Caufield, Joey Caufield, Rhonda Caufield, Wandi 116 Cavaness, Kristine 110, 92, 93 Cemulini, Paul 110 Chapman, Dana 110 Chapman, Mark 116 Clark, Cathleen 116 Clark, Sean 28, 45, 65, 115, 84, 85, 88, 76 Clossen, Brad 18. 115, 79. 77 Coalman, Ty 84, 84, 89 Coalman, Trevor 84, 124, 143 Conner, Christopher 20, 107 Corl, Calvin 18, 34. 60, 61, 62. 125, 76 Cowan, Debra 110 Cox, Greg 18. 125, 76, 144, 145 Cox, Leah 30. 43. 107, 84 Craft, Tina 107 Craft, Tom Cram, Adian Charles 107 Cramer, Richard 110, 37, 59 Cramer, Scott 18, 21, 116, 110, 37 Crape, Michael Crape, Paula 30, 31, 49, 65, 41, 64, 54. 125, 55, 137 Crape, Scott 18. 44 Cunningham, Katy 48, 110, 84. 88 Curtis, Kristi 125 Curtis. Laura 29, 110, 59 Curtis, Nancy 24, 25, 48, 125, 76, 145 D Davis, David 110, 53 Davis. Jeff 6, 16, 60, 61, 64, 110, 50. 125, 137 Davis, Kevin Davis, Kerrie 40, 64, 54, 61, 125 Davis, Stephanie 110 Dawson, Richard 84 De Vail, Rosie 116 Dodge, Melode 110, 84, 88 Dyson. Kevin 20, 107, 37 E Easterly, Teri 107. 84 Edwards, David 18, 19, 34, 35, 50. 125, 144 Eicher, Rebecca 116 Elbert, Barbara 116 Elbert, Carol Elbert, David 110 Elbert, Janice 130, 126, 82 Elbert. Steven 20, 107, 59 Emerick, Brenda 42, 43, 107, 56 Endicott, Greg 110 Erdman, Neil 107 Ervin, Julie 126 Etichnne, Lucinda F Farmer, Dennis 67, 107, 92, 73, 88, 126, 74 Finn, Carolyn 116 Ford, Judie 22, 23, 63, 65, 93. 126, 77, 137 Ford, Richard 6, 18, 46, 47, 60. 61, 88, 126, 137 Fowler, Karla 116 Freccio, Kelli 14, 111 G Gannon, Dana 111 Gannon, Shelly 116 Garcia, Leslie 116 Garcia, Matthew 84. 126, 75 Gartin, Kim Gartener, Jennell 111, 84 Getzlaff, James 28, 111, 84. 88, 58 Gibson, Roger 107 Giepel, Colleen 88, 126 Gillett, Jon 116 Gillman, Jim 107 Glaze, Sandra 12, 13, 49, 126, 76 Gortler, Kimberly 49. 42, 107, 59 Gould, Richard 18, 47, 103, 116 Graham, Luke 44. 107, 84 Graham, Troy 47, 111 Greenhalgh, Gary 81, 126 Greer, Ronald 44. 72, 127 Gregory, Angela 111 Gressett, Eric 111, 59 Gressett, Terri 24. 25, 84. 127, 139 Griffin, Deanna 107 Griffin, Kelly 18, 21, 116 Griffith, Jeremy 107, 85 Griffith, Jerry Griffith, Lacey 116 Griffith, Tracy 111 Griffith, Tim 13. 18, 116, 117, 76. 77 Gueerassio, Tina 16, 102, 84 Guisiinger, Theeresa 13, 50 H Hack, Christopher 111 Hack, Timothy 116 Hackenberg, David 111 Hackenberg, George 107 Hackenberg, Robert 107, 84 Hadlock, Gary 111 Hadlock, Shawna 30, 116 Hadlock, Teri 30, 31, 65, 88. 55, 76 Hadlock, Wendy 107, 127 Hagen, Daniel 111, 90 Hagen, Melinda 30. 107, 84 Hagen, Mike 18, 116 Hagen, Tim 107 Hale, Noah 20, 47, 107, 84. 59. 90 Hall, Brad Halverson, Darlene 27, 107, 84. 89 Halverson, Valerie 17, 26, 111, 84, 39 Harkleroad, Darrell 18, 111, 72 Harkleroad, Katherine 43, 107 Haynes, Billy 111, 107 Haynes, Richard 116 Hearn, Christopher 111 Hering, Danny 4 Heflin. David 108 Heflin, Terry Heflin. Shelly 108, 84, 127 Helmersen, Danny 108 Helmersen, Chris 108 Helzer, Steven 108, 84 Hicks, Priscilla 59 Hill, David 116 Hill, Jonathan 111 Hill, Robert 20, 108 Hilsenhoff, Amanda 111, 84 Hilsinger, Daniel 108 Hilsinger, David 116 Hilton. Mike 18, 116, 59. 58, 90 Hobbs, Leona 108 Hooper, Joe 20, 47, 108, 91 Horn. Jim 117 Horn, Vicki 117 Hovey, Meredith 111 Howe, Elizabeth 108, 84 Howell, Michelle 29. Ill, 41. 59 Hudson, Gary 44, 111 Hummer, Pattie 28. Ill Humphrey. Barbie 117 Humphrey, Carolyn 108, 84 Hurley, Carrie Hyde, Dennia 111 J Jahr, Christen 84. 108 Jahr, Eric 117 Jamieson, Michelle 117 Jenkins, Dale 108 Jennsen, Bruce 127 Jensen, Kristi 108. 84 Johanson, Brook 117, 72 Johanson, David 108. 84, 88 Johnson, Andrew 111 Johnson, Kirt 44, 111 Johnson, Lisa 115, 117 Johnson, Marc 117 Johnson, Melanie 117, 85 Johnson, Thomas 111, 91 Johnson, Wendy 13, 29, 117, 11 Jones. Devona 27, 108, 84 Jones. James 117, 37 Jones, John 128, 144 Jones. Katrina Jones, Steven 111 Jordan, Melissa 23, 111, 22, 59 K Kallunki, Tracy 24. 25, 117, 118, 54 Keeney, Kim 117 Kellar, Shawn 111 Kellar, Susan 31, 111, 59 Kennedy, Craig 17, 28, 46, 47, 117, 76, 77 Kesling, Matthew 108 Kesling, Tara 111 King, Kelly 30, 31, 117, 54 King, Marvin 6. 18, 60, 61, 50, 128 King, Michael 108 Klein, David Konopski, Susan 22, 23, 65. 92, 93, 128, 72 Koski, Cory 72 Knoke, Jessica 72 Krause, Joe 128 Krause. John 108, 59 L Lambrecht, Kye 3. 48. 64, 50, 128, 139 Laney, Stephanie 108, 84 Larson. David 34, 35, 119, 76 Larson, Ronald 18, 111, 84. 89, 53, 77 Laycock, Patric 111 Lawson. Tiffany 108 Leino, Jamie Leino, Mona 128, 137 Leino, Myla 128 Leno, Jolynn 117 Lepin, Bradley 20. 108 Le Sollen, Jeri 29. Ill, 59 Lewis, Christine 108, 84 Lires, Joe 129 Lomax, Troy 44, 45, 111 Lopossa, Ryan 117, 91 Lovegren. Janelle 112 Lynn, Brian M Mac Leod, Leslie 117 Mahitka, Monica 108, 84 Malde, Eric 117 Marquez, Victoria 112, 84 Mason, Jimmy 117, 37, 53 Mason, Tiffini 117 Massey, Troy 28, 117 Mathews, Dennis 18, 64, 129, 82. 76, 144 Me Bride. Margaret 112.93 McCafferty, Darin 144 Me Clure, Georgia 27, 108, 84 Me Clure, Mary 7, 12, 117, 118, 92, 93, 76 Me Collam, Joely 22, 117, 54, 76, 77 Me Coy, Alex 117 Me Coy, Franklin 108 Me Kay, Teresa 108, 59 Me Kay, Trina 108 Me Reary, Craig 112, 84 Me Reynolds, Dana 112 Mears, Michelle 112, 39 Merila, Andrew 112, 114 Merila, Esther 108, 84 Miller, Benjamine 20, 112 Miller, Kevin 6, 18, 35. 60, 61. 64, 34 Minear, Evie 129, 137 Moffitt, Amy 112 Mollenhour, Michelle 112 Montalvo, Tom 129 Mueler, Bryan 112 Murphy, Coquille 108 Murphy, Richard Myers, April N Nagel. Robert 108 Navarro, Cathy 25, 26. 40. 118, 84 Nebeker. Robin 108, 76. 77 Nelson, Amy 30, 108 Nelson. Andrew 6. 108, 84, 37, 89, 75 Nelson, Bill 118 Nelson, Jenny 115, 118 Nelson, Lisa 64, 59, 83 Nelson, Melodie 112, 84, 89, 139 Nelson. Susan 118, 59, 76, 77 Nelson, Tina 109 Nelson, Victoria 27, 109, 1, 59 Newcomb, Jeff 112 Newkirk, Noelle 27, 65, 80, 109, 84, 56 Newkirk, Scott 6, 18, 19, 60, 61, 50, 129, 74 Newkirk, Tony 65 Nickerson, Terry 118 Nofziger, Todd 80 Norman, Al 18. 118 Norman, Candi 84, 129 Norman, Steve 18 Norman, Tammy 30, 72. 109, 92, 93 Norman, Tena 118, 83 Norred, Jonathan 18, 112 Norval, David 130 O O'Brien, Anndrew 5, 6, 20. 109, 84, 89 O'Brien, James 18, 118, 50 Oetmann, Tanya 130 Olsen, Stephanie 30, 109, 56 Orr, Kristine 118 P Pacholl, Jennifer 115 Parkin, Julie 115, 116, 118 Parrish, Tiffany 42, 118, 73. 84, 88 Parrott, Kelly 30, 65. 130 Patton, Calvin 130. 88 Patton, Daniel 112 Patton. Michael 109, 84 Paul, Patrick 109 Paul, Tanya 112 Pearson, Terese 29, 109. 112, 39 Pedersen, Marietta 48. 118. 84. 76 Peelham. Karen 109, 110, 26, 84 Pellham, Richard Pellham, Sheri 26. 42, 53. 112, 57. 56 Pellham, Tony 130, 79. 89 Pettrigrew, Kenneth 118, 79. 90. 83 Phegley. John 118 Philbrook, Amy 73, 106. 109, 56 Philbrook, Karin 26. 112.56 Philbrook, John 34, 65, 98, 50. 130. 131, 76 Phillips, Vicki 109 Pickett. Wendy 30, 130, 54 147 Poorman, Greg 118 Price. Beth 5, 12, 13, 112 Proper, Linda 5, 22, 63. 65. 38, 138, 76 Prouty, Stanley 131 Puckett, Kimberly 30, 109, 84, 56, 144 Purdy, Gary 109 R Ramey, Lori 23, 109. 112, 22, 39. 84 Rask, Kirk 20. 109 Raudsep, Matthew 37, 79, 131. 83 Raudsep, Robin 29, 112, 59 Ray, Bryant 20, 109 Raynor. Christine Rea, Casey 18, 20, 34, 93, 36, 53. 52 Redding, Eddie 118 Reed, Christian Reeves, John 118 Reeves, Sheila Reigel, Reaza 30, 131 Reigel, Russel 118 Rhoades. Josette 84 Rice, Angie 131, 135 Rice. Kim 131 Richard, Angi 7, 115, 118 Richie, Jeff 118 Riffle, Kent Rigsby, Randy 72 Risner, Rick 18, 34. 64. 50, 88, 131 Risner, Tracy 25, 26, 42. 43. 109, 84. 88 Rizza, Jason 44 Robb. Jeannie 109. 89 Robb, Michael 84 Roberts, Andrew 18, 53. 52 Roberts. Bill 18. 44 Roberts. Jeff 20, 109, 84 Roberts, Lori 44. 45, 108 Roberts, Raymond Roberts, Ryan Robinson, Sally 44, 109 Rogers. Emily Romey, Karin 24. 25. 64, 138 Romph, Tammy 84, 88. 138.137 Ross, Adam 109 Roth, Wayne 6. 99 Royse, Maria 118, 32, 50 Royse, Scott 32 Ruhland, Laura 115, 116. 118, 61, 76 Rupp, Michele 77 Russell. Janice 118 Ryan, Brad 18, 46. 47 Ryan, Jordan 50, 118, 36 S Salisbury, Pamela 27, 109. 84. 79 Salsbury, Sam 116, 118 Smiley, Russ 117, 119 Scott. Jami 29. 73. 109 Samples. Julie 73, 56 Samples, Roger 118 Sandahl, Craig 18, 133 Sanders, Diane Sawm, Daedri 106, 109, 84. 56 Schimmel. Brian 20, 47, 109, 88, 59 Schimmel, Gary 18, 47, 117, 118, 61. 76, 77 Schimmel, Jeniece 29, 109. 89, 59 Schmidt, Shannon 106, 84, 56 Schneider, Benjamin 109 Scholten, Karla 29, 73, 106, 109, 89 Schrimshire, Diane 25, 84. 133, 139, 83 Sensenbach, Don 18, 118 Sensenbach, Lynette Settlemire, Mike 119 Sharpe. Sheri 130, 133 Shine, Kimberly 109. 84, 89 Simpson, Christina Simpson, Mark 109 Sinibaldi, John 109, 37 Skolrud, Lesley 30, 31, 119, 54 Slaght, Valerie 109 Sloan, Joe 46, 47, 64, 133 Sloan, Mark 1, 8. 20. 109 Sloan, Robert 92, 93. 53 Smith, Autumn 115, 119, 13 Smith, Chris 30 Smith, Daniell 109 Smith, David 18 Smith, Dwayne 119 Smith, Melissa Smith, Shawn 63, 22, 88, 133, 36 Smith, Summer 42, 109 Smith, Timothy 91 Smithingell, Larissa 114, 84, 91 Snider. Angela 114 Snider, Travis 34, 133, 37, 59. 137. 144 Sorensen, Amy 2, 16, 30, 31, 119. 41. 54. 57. 55 Speidel, Dulcie 119 Spungeon. Tami Stanhope, Tammy 23, 114, 22 Stanley, Phillip 119 Stevens, Donald 20, 109 Stetson, Carol 114 Stevens, Billie Jo 119 Stevens, Matthew 18, 47, 84. 89 Stockdale, Duane 18. 119. 53 Strahan, Jeannie 114, 56 Strahan, Katharyn 26, 27, 110 Strong, Brian 119 Struzan, Chris 110 Sullivan, Erin 114, 84, 88 Sullivan, Jennifer 110 Susee, Jennifer 30, 42, 43. 110, 72. 56 Trisdale, Julie 114 Swanson, Lance 110 Swanson, Mitch 114 Swanson, Jon 128, 133 T Thompson, Chris 47, 119, 46 Thompson, James 18, 47, 114 Thornton, Jeff 50, 134 Tillotson, James 18, 114 Tow, Shawn 119 Tucker, Peter 28, 80. 127, 134 V Valencia, Christopher 20, 110 Valencia. Tom 134 Vantuyl. Amy 5, 110, 93, 127 Vanover, Kimberly 27, 110, 92, 134 Vanover, Sherri 142, 137 Vigoren, Amanda 114 Vigoren, Jon 18, 134 W Wade, Daniel 119, 85. 82 Wagner, Jodi 6, 60, 61. 115, 119, 76 Waite, Caren 44, 45, 119 Waldrop, Amy 42. 110, 43, 57, 56 Waltersdorf, Zac 44, 135 Walker. Annette 114 Wardle, Kevin 119, 53 Warner, Jennifer 110, 84 Warner, Shannon 89. 134 Warnick, Shannon Warnick, Carl 110 Weldon, Ron 119 Welch. Michael 119, 92, 93 Wendland. Cora Wetherell, Tracy 110 Wetherell, Vincent 114 Wheller, Dennis 134 Wheeler, Jeana 110 Whipple, Robert 119 Whittaker, Gerald 114 White, Jeffery 20. 47. 110 Wickstrand, Jennifer Wilson, Corina 129, 134, 121 Wilson, Linda 29, 64, 84, 134, 138, 76 Wilson, Rhonda 114 Winans, Jennifer 115, 119 Witham, Gina 42, 135 Witham, Joe 18, 114, 84, 36. 53 Woltersdorf, Zachery 76 Wolske. Wendy 114, 84. 59 Woody, John Wood, Rema 110 Womack, Chad 114, 50, 51 Womack, Dena 26, 27, 44, 110, 93, 73 Wonser, James 110 Workman, Alicia 114, 84, 88 Workman, Shane 18, 47, 119, 76 Worthington, Duane 114, 83 Wytcherley. Allana Wytcherley, Loren 114 Wytcherley, Ron Y Yates. Dee 119 Z Zaballdo, Jared 20, 110 Zielinski, Cynthia 103, 114. 101. 84. 82 Zielinski. Scott 13, 18, 109, 119 Zimmer, John 20, 110, 37, 36 Zimmerman, Angela 44, 110 Ziemer, Andrea 88, 60, 135. 138 148 School is over; we’ll all go seperate ways, But we'll never forget all those funfilled days: Sharing our hopes and sharing our dreams. Soon they’ll be gone; it’s sad, it seems. We’ll all go to college or start new lives. In the end some are husbands, and some are wives. Years will go by, and we’ll all reminisce- Think about friends and how much we miss Goin’ to the beach and havin’ a blast. It’s sad to know what was Once the Future is now the Past. We’ll have a great life and with old friends mix: We’re Rainier, we’re the BEST. We’re ’86! Adapted by Susan Konopski from a poem by Camile Zabak