Rich Valley High School - Lasso Yearbook (Saltville, VA)

Text from Pages 1 - 128 of the 1965 volume:

rPu THE 1965 SENIOR CLASS OF RICH VALLEY HIGH SCHOOL Proudly Presents THE LASSO i derful year Presents... Could we ever forget the year 1964-65? Now, as unlimited memories linger freshly in our minds, we say No never. We feel sure we could never forget all the wonderful hours we spent working, studying, laughing, and crying together at RVHS. The year 1964-65 was filled with challenge, hope, and prosperity. We wish to thank our par- ents and teachers for their ever present chal- lenge to us ... to be graduates of Rich Valley High School. Our appreciation goes out to each of our fellow classmates for giving us hope and helping our school to prosper. Together we worked earnestly to accomplish many goals. Our five years spent here at RVHS have been the happiest and most fruitful of our lives. We have from our first days as lowly eighth grad- ers, looked forward to the Washington trip, sen- ior activities, plays, athletic games, and com- mencement. These are the events which made up our life. We have attempted to show a typical year at RVHS in this edition of THE LASSO. The theme is built around our activities, our scenes, and our lives during 1964-65. We hope that you will enjoy our record book for it will hold for us hal- lowed memories of . . . THAT WONDERFUL YEAR- -1964- 65. Our School Seal The Senior Class of 1965 proudly presents the school seal to symbolize life at our RVHS. The development of ideas and the completion of the plans were sent to a commercial artist who drew the seal according to specifications. In order for this seal to have more meaning the following explanation is offered: The name of our school, Rich Valley High School, with its location is located in the circle. A rope representing our yearbook encircles the life of the students. An opened book of learning with the lamp of knowledge above it signifies our school life. The steer ' s head represents the pleasures through our athletic program and en- joyment of life. A plow indicates that RV is a rural community. The flag symbolizes students becoming citizens of the state and country. The cultural aspect of life is denoted by the musical lyre. In presenting the school seal the LASSO Staff and the Seniors of ' 65 sincerely hope that it will become meaningful and symbolic of RVHS. 2 faces, Events, Activities Some Seniors relaxed around the lunch table and dis- cussed their day. Seniors gained information about college entrance at Career Night in Marion. 3 at Rich Valley School CONTENTS Administration 6 Classes 14 Clubs 48 Athletics 66 Features 80 Advertisements 90 Seniors and members of other classes relaxed in front of the school before school began. i m A UJe Dedicate - To one who has made an imprint on the character building of the students of Rich Valley High School, we, the Senior Class of 1965, dedicate our yearbook. As a teacher and a coach, he has taught us to play the game of life fairly and to give it our best. Through his patience and understanding he has served as an inspiration to us and has made it that wonderful year. For this great contribution we dedicate THE LASSO to ... . MR. JAMES KELLY OSBORNE 5 Parents... We Honor Our To the parents of the Class of ' 65 thanks: For hope for success For advice throughout our lives For a guiding hand showing us the right way For love that made life full of meaning For the future of happiness Mr. Mrs. Walter Brickey Mr. Mrs. Amon Armstrong Mr. Mrs. Stuart Harris Mr. Mrs. Joe Cooper Mr. Mrs. Charles Atwell Mr. Mrs. Alvin Brown Mr. Mrs. Albert Barrett Mr. Mrs. Jesse Davidson Mr. Mrs. A. G. Doane Mr. Frazier Booth Mr. Mrs. Ed Gillespie Mr. Mrs. Carl Carter Mr. Mrs. Fred Holiday Mr. Mrs. Rudy Hilt Mr. Mrs. James Snow Mr. Mrs. William Griffitts Mr. Mrs. Jimmy Lamie Mr. Mrs. Miller Brown Mr. Mrs. John Campbell Mr. Mrs. W. A. Kinder Mr. Mrs. Guy Clear Mr. Mrs. Ralph Maiden Mr. Mrs. George E. Holmes Mr. Mrs. Earl Poe Mr. Mrs. James H. Call Mr. Mrs. John S. Lamie Mr. Mrs. Leon Carter Mr. Mrs. Joe Whitehead Mr. Mrs. Robert Carter Mr. Mrs. Hunter Chapman Mr. Mrs. H. F. Clear, Jr. Mr. Mrs. Calvin Martin Mr. Mrs. Carl McCready Mr. Mrs. Jack Cullop Mr. Mrs. Bob Maloyed Mr. Mrs. Otis Bise Mr. Mrs. Archie Orr Mr. Mrs. Milton Frye Mr. Mrs. John W. Nipper Mr. Mrs. David Doane Mr. Mrs. Lamuel Prater Mr. Mrs. Homer Moore Mr. Mrs. Milton Frye Mr. Mrs. Melvin Osborne Mr. Mrs. Edgar Stevens Mr. Mrs. George D. Snow Mr. Mrs. Luchen Haga Mr. Mrs. Henry Osborne Mr. Mrs. Clyde Frye Mr. Mrs. Charles B. Taylor Mr. Mrs. Harmon Tilson Mr. Mrs. Elmer Waddle Mr. Mrs. Timothy Marshall Mr. Mrs. Robert Brown Mrs. Lucille Somerville Chapman Mr. Mrs. Jack Smith Mr. Mrs. Dave Olinger Mr. Mrs. Warren Lamie Mr. Mrs. John Tuggle Mr. Mrs. J. D. Tibbs Mrs. Rudolph Shelton The faculty members were interested in the students of the school and felt a definite and serious responsibility molding and devel- oping the attitudes and behavior of the stu- dents. They have tried to help the students to be earnest and thoughtful in arriving at decisions, steadfast and fair in convictions, considerate of fellow men, and to remain calm in mom- ents of stress. Principal R. M. Buchanan glanced up from busy schedule. Mr. H. E. DeBord, assist- ant principal, discussed school affairs by telephone. Mrs. Elizabeth P. Lewis Mrs. Mary Mrs. Della Ruth Mrs. Jolene P. Mrs. Glenna D. Gardner Radford College-- Frances Campbell Osborne Campbell Radford College- - B.S. Radford College-- Radford College- - Montreat College- - B.S. B.S. B.S. B.S. Emory and Henry- - B.A. Mrs. Campbell assisted students with their English assignment. Members of the Dramatics Class rehearsed for the Senior Play. ENGLISH DEPARTMENT Nothing contributes more to a students success than an alert and lucid approach to any subject and an ability to articulate. And in no class was there greater effort made to train students in the mastery of these abilities than in English. First came a basic mastery of the rules of grammar and composition. Then followed their constant use in both oral and written ex- pression. All students explored the worlds of many authors through literature. Seniors peeked into England ' s romantic literary background with the study of BEOWULF, MACBETH, and many others. Literature and grammar yielded treasur- es to avid searchers. iG?V ij .. ■ ■ Mrs. Osborne looked on as her English Class did their daily Mrs. Lewis read to her Senior English Class the assignment. play Macbeth. 9 Mrs. Lois S. Comer Radford College- - B.S. Emory and Henry c 0 M M E R C 1 A L Mr. George L. Farris Emory and Henry --B.A. Typing students did endless exercises to limber clumsy, stiff fingers, gradually learning to make flying motions as their speed increased to sixty words a minute. More advanced stu- dents worked for greater speed and typed with carbon copies. Shorthand students realized that each scribble on the black- board actually stood for a real word. Trying to keep up with dictation was probably the hard- est thing to do in shorthand. In bookkeeping, complexi- ties of finance became clearer as each young bookkeeper toiled to make debit and credit columns balance. Suggestions for corrections were made by Mr. Farris. The Senior Shorthand Class obeyed instructions. SOCIAL STUDIES DEPARTMENT L _ Mr. DeBord waited on a reaction to his last joke. Mr. Eugene DeBord Emory and Henry --B.A. William and Mary --M.Ed. Miss Nancy Elaine Eastridge Radford College Mr. John V. Morgan, Jr. Emory and Henry --B.A. In this atomic era even teenagers recognize the basic need for a deeper understanding of man ' s past and his progress. Consequently, the numerous and varied history classes at RVHS were filled with enthusiastic students. They obtained knowledge from projects, term papers, newspapers, and panel discussions on current events and other articles found in our library. In the history classes, they learned of old em- pires and religions, laws of our country, duties of all citizens, and the history of our great nation. Civics, World History, American History, Geography, and Government were taught by this department headed by four teachers. Mrs. Weaver criticized work of students when necessary. Mr. Morgan tried to explain the his- tory of our country. Mrs. Ella Mae Roberts Music is one of the finer arts offered at our school. Music is a media through which feelings are expressed and emo- tions are released. It is truly a universal language--which everyone may understand. The Rich Valley Steer Band, under the direction of Mr. A. V. Flynn, produced entertaining, unusual half-time shows, and concerts, marched in many parades, and participated in the Dogwood Festival in Vinton, Virginia. Many students enjoyed piano lessons under Mrs. E. L. Roberts. The piano class presents a recital annually. 1 Mr. Arthur V. Flynn Concord College- - B.S. The reed section of the band paid close attention to the director, A. V. Flynn. D E P A R T M E N T Piano student Rita Snow played under the guidance of Mrs. Ella Mae Roberts. PHYSICAL EDUCATION DEPARTMENT Mrs. Jane Weaver Emory and Henry --B.S. Mr. James Wade Roberts Emory and Henry --B.A. Of the many important parts of the curricula at RVHS, the Phy- sical Education Department was one of them. This department was head- ed by two teachers. They taught fair play, team work, concentrated ef- fort, and respect for the individual. Students played many different games . These included football, baseball, basketball, volleyball, and many others. With emphasis on phy- sical fitness, the department mea- sured up. Girls 4th period physical ed. class engaged themselves in a game of kick-ball. Physical fitness was the one point strongly emphasized by all physical ed. classes. Mr. James T. Gardner Virginia Poly- technic Institute- - B.S. Mrs. Gail S. DeBord Richmond Profes- sional Institute Radford College- - B.S. Home Economics and Agriculture made up the vocational department. Three teachers guided the students tak- ing these courses to better acquaintance with economical methods and better ways of accomplishing tasks. In the shop boys learned how to re- cognize the components of different kinds of machinery and to create and assemble useful tools . Agriculture students learn- ed the art of farming and the use of many farm machines. Girls in Home Economics planned for the future by studying various aspects of homemaking. They endeavored to mas- ter the skills of sewing and cooking and to study home management. This department is concerned with helping students today so their lives may be better tomorrow. VOCATIONAL DEPARTMENT Mr. Marsh M. Lewis Virginia Poly- technic Institute- - B.S., M.A. The 6th period Home Economics class busied themselves with the construction of winter garments. I z U I : Mr. James Kelly Osborne Emory and Henry --B.S. Because the world of today has greater need of highly skill- ed mathematicians, there comes the need for change and im- provement in high school pro- grams. Traditional methods were discarded in favor of a more modern and fundamental approach with emphasis on structure and functions. Math- ematics courses continued to in- still in students the importance of neatness, accuracy, and per- severance. The Math Department offer- ed courses varying from eighth grade math to trigonometry. Three teachers taught the kind of math the students needed- general business and business math for the commercial stu- dent, ninth grade math and alge- bra I for the general student, and algebra II, geometry, and tri- gonometry for the college bound student. Mr. R oberts sat waiting for the class to complete the quiz. M A T H D T E M p E A N R T Mr. Osborne helped with the bewildering problems. 1 Mr. James Wade Roberts Emory and Henry --B.A. Algebra II students were determined to succeed. s c I E E Mr. Charles A. Frye East Tenn. State University--B.S. Mrs. Gail S. DeBord Richmond Profes- sional Institute Radford College— B.S. Mr. Edwin Cum- mings Sheffield Emory and Henry — B.S. Mr. Frye explained the parts of a flower to in- terested students. The Consumer ' s Chem- istry Class was always interested in the facts Mrs. Gail DeBord gave 1 them. Mr. Sheffield checked on busy students. Freshmen learned about first aid, atomic machines, plants and animals, weather, and other scientific data. They studied science in general. No other thrill was quite like that of see- ing microscopic animals for the first time or from actually identifying some mystifying unknown in chemistry class or from solv- ing at last a baffling problem in physics about force and momentum. Science has become a popular department, arousing the unquench- able curiosity of tomorrow ' s scientists. 13 Thai Wonderful year Presents... ! VJr J : SONG : ling, .ppear again; er, Is again! High School ' e ' ve shed with thee II linger, i ll be. later ! song to thee ! later ! ■ ' ll be. •s, faculty; ice, see. wisely, arate ways guided 1 days. Our Student Body 15 ’65 SENIOR CLASS OFFICERS: Ronnie Orr, treasurer; Dayton Snow, president; David Campbell, reporter; Sammy Kinder, vice-presi- dent; and Tillie Tilson, secretary, along with Mrs. Lewis, sponsor, hesitated for a picture. Danny Call, Charles Lamie, and Sandra Haga received their class rings from Mrs. Lewis October 2. We have finally made it to the top ! At last H we ' re seniors ! The climb has been one that will | linger in our memories as a time of enlighten- | ment and enjoyment. As we look back over our five years of high school, we remember how excited we were as eighth graders and also how scared. Rushing to classes, not being sure where the room was, for- getting our locker combinations, and noticing that the older students moved slower, we experienced a new school life. Remembering our homerooms and teachers--Mr. F. M. Eversole, Room 212, Mr. Kelly Osborne, Room 208, and Mr. Lewis Taylor. Room 100--we thank them for getting 103j of us through the first year. During our second year we were glad to helpl our underclassmen because even though we werej freshmen we still remembered our predicament) the previous year. Now we were in only two: homerooms- -Mr. James A. Fishel, Room 214,, and Mr. George Farris, Room 210. We were used to election of homeroom chairman and class offi- cers. Remembering where the rooms were anc remembering that we could get to class on time by remaining calm, allowing fewer fumbles, helped make us more experienced. Those of us who were qualified and interested contributed oui abilities to sports. We met the qualifications o some clubs, and we were happy to become a par) of the extra-curricular activities. Connie Cleai qualified for the State Band which made us all very proud. In Rooms 206 and 210, under Mr. James A Fishel and Mr. George Farris’s guidance, we be- gan the Tenth Grade. Three of our students. Gab Maiden, Carol Brown, and Beverley Clear, ex| celled in science achievement and presentedpro jects at the Western Virginia Science Fair; Con nie Clear became a member of the State Band a gain; and Irvin Griffitts was secretary-treasure of the SCA. Track and science fair winning were two ac complishments of some of our students durin our junior year. R. W. Hilt entered the Stat Track Meet. David Campbell and Beverley Cleaj went to the Western Virginia Science Fair witi their fine science projects, where Beverle placed first in her division. Rooms 204 and 10 The Senior assembly- -The Voice of America--was presented by the Dramatics Class to the student body October 16 and to the parents during Ameri- can Education Week. 16 SENIORS ere our homes with Mrs. Mary Frances lampbell and Mr. Robert Estep as our sponsors, ’tanning the prom, ordering class rings, and tunt night were projects that added variety, naking our year happier. Then came our biggest year in high school! r or the first time in twelve years of school we ere together in one room as a class. For the 63 if us, Room 100 became the sacred hall for the 965 Seniors with Mrs. Elizabeth Lewis as our ponsor. We were all active taking part in pro- ects necessary to finance our senior trip and the earbook, THE LASSO. October 2 is a date that ill remain in our memories because this was he day we received our class rings. Gaiety and ppreciation filled our hearts because now we elt like Seniors. Our senior trip to Washington, ). C. took much planning and work because of the inane es and arrangements that had to be made, ' inally we were on our way on May 11. Our vis- ts to the Capitol, Washington Monument, the irave of the Unknown Soldier, and many other laces of interest kept us busy while educating us Iso. Our return trip on May 14 brought us back □ Rich Valley, and we were more appreciative of ur law makers, government officials, and of the eautiful sights of this country. Presenting a skit t stunt night, the Senior Play, and an assembly ere times of enjoyment and excitement. On May 1 we wore our caps and gowns to the senior as- embly where awards and the yearbooks were resented to us. Twelve Senior boys contributed their abili- Les to the football team. H. C. Carter, Gale laiden, Danny Call, Irvin Griffitts, Johnny Wad- le, David Campbell, Steve Martin, R. W. Hilt, )ennis Moore, Freddie Holliday, Jackie Lamie, nd Roger Osborne did a marvelous job for the teers. Dayton Snow was the Senior Class president, [e was preceded by Gale Maiden, the eighth and inth grade president; Irvin Griffitts, tenth grade resident; and H. C. Carter, Jr., leading us dur- ig our junior year. Dayton was supported by am my Kinder, vice-president; Tillie Tilson, ecretary; Ronnie Orr, treasurer; and David ' ampbell, reporter, as the officers of the Senior ' lass. Kay Atwell, Tommy Maloyed, Roger Osborne, Carol Brown, and Blake Taylor prepared for the long awaited day, May 29-- OUR GRADUATION! wide-eyed at the points of historical interest which SAMUEL RANDOLPH BRICKEY Randall SCA President; Science; FFA; ROUND-UP Business Manager; Junior Class Reporter; Local Sci- ence Winner; Baseball Manager. DEBBIE DARLENE ARMSTRONG Darlene Library; FHA Treasurer; LASSO; ROUND-UP. DENNIS ALAN HARRIS Chip Library; Science; SCA; Varsity; Vice-President 8 Grade; Football Manager; Track Manager; Baseball; BasketbaU. ALAN HUGH COOPER Cooper Science President; ROUND-UP Ed- itor; Library; SCA; Varsity; Beta; Letter of Commendation from NMSQT; SIPA Delegate; Basketball Manager; Baseball. EVANGELINE KAY ATWELL Kay Transfer from Ceres High School; Vice-President of 8 and 9 Grades; FHA Treasurer, Historian; SCA Treasurer; Science; Local Science Winner; Tri-Hi-Y; ROUND-UP; LASSO; Basketball. THE SENIOR HARRY EUGENE BROWN Hairbo Beta Reporter; ROUND-UP: LASSO: Band; All-County Band; VBODA Award; Treasurer of 10 and 11 Grades; Baseball; Track: Basket- ball; Honorable Mention in All-State Basketball; Varsity Secretary. 18 CALVIN WINTON EDMONDS Calvin” FFA; Patrol. JACKIE WAYNE DAVIDSON Jackie FFA. SARAH JANE BARRETT Sarah FHA; Tri-Hi- Y; Patrol; Library; Basketball; 3 Grade Treasurer. CLASS OF 1 965 ELLA MAE BOOTH Ella Mae Science; Tri-Hi-Y; FHA; Library; LASSO; ROUND-UP. DOUGLAS ALVIN GILLESPIE Doug FFA; Band; State FFA Band. HAROLD VERNON DOANE Boots FFA; Varsity; Football. 19 HENRY CARL CARTER, JR. H Library President; Varsity; SCA; Science; Local Science Winner; LASSO Business Manager; ROUND- UP; SI PA Delegate; President of Junior Class; Basketball Manager; Track; Football Co-Captain; Top District Scorer (89 points), 1st All- District Football Team; Most Valu- able Back in District 6. THE SENIOR JAMES IRVIN GRIFFITTS Irvin SCA Secretary, Vice-President; ROUND-UP; LASSO; Sophomore Class President; Junior Class Sec- retary; Varsity; Football Co-Cap- tain; Track; Honorable Mention, All- District Football. BEVERLEY ROSE CLEAR Bev Tri - Hi - Y Vice-President, Presi- dent; 8 Grade Class Vice-President; F H A; SCA; Science Secretary; ROUND-UP; LASSO Co - Editor; Cheerleader; Band; All-County Band; VBODA Award; SIPA Dele- gate, Blue Ridge Assembly; Basket- ball Co-Captain; County Science Winner; First Place in Regional Science Fair; Bausch and Lomb Honorary Science Award. ROY WILLIAM HILT Dub FFA; SCA; Library; Science Presi- dent; LASSO; Junior Class Vice- President; Track; State Track Meet; Football; All-District Football Team. FRED GRADY HOLLIDAY, JR. Freddie Science; Library; LASSO; Beta; Varsity President; SCA; Football; All-District Football Team; Basket- ball; Baseball; Track. BRENDA JOYCE SNOW Brenda” FHA President, Convention; Crisco Award; Science Vice-President; Tri- Hi- Y; Beta; SCA; LASSO; ROUND-UP; Valentine Princess; 9 Grade Vice-President; 10 Grade Scholarship Medal. 20 CHARLES WILLIAM LAMIE Charley FFA President, Reporter; State Farmer ' s Degree; Chapter Farm- er ' s Degree; Forestry Award; Out- standing FFA Student; State Judging Contest; Tractor Driving Contest; Forestry Judging; Livestock Farm- er; Fitting and Showmanship in Shows; Varsity; Baseball. DAVID PRICE CAMPBELL David” Senior Class Reporter; Science Treasurer; LASSO; Library Vice- President; ROUND-UP; SIPA Dele- gate; Band; County Science Winner; Football; Track; Basketball; Varsi- ty- CONNIE SUE CLEAR Sue-Sue” Tri-Hi-YHistorian, Secretary; SCA; Beta; Science Reporter; First Place in County Science Fair; 8 Grade Class Secretary-Treasurer; Band; Majorette, Drum Majorette; All- County Band; All- State Band; VBODA Awards, SIPA Delegate; ROUND-UP; L A S S O Co- Editor; Basketball Co-Captain; Scholarship Medals 8-9-10-11 Grades. CLASS OF 1 965 SAMMY CECIL KINDER Sammy” Library; FFA Judging Team; Vice- President, Senior Class; LASSO; Varsity; Public Speaking; Local Sci- ence Winner; Baseball; Track; Foot- ball. CAROL MAE BROWN Carol” Transfer from Ceres High School; FHA President. Federation Treas- urer; Beta Vice-President; Tri-Hi- Y Treasurer; SCA; Science; Local Science Winner; Secretary of 9 Grade; LASSO; ROUND-UP. GALE WARD MAIDEN Maiden President 8 and 9 Grades; Library Treasurer; ROUND-UP; LASSO Ar- tist; Varsity; Science; County Sci- ence Winner; Football; Track; Bas- ketball. 21 DANNY HUGHES CALL ’’Herb FFA; Library Reporter; ROUND- UP; LASSO; Varsity Reporter; Foot- ball; Track. ANDREW STARRITT HOLMES Starritt FFA; Livestock Judging Team; Baseball; Varsity. NELDA RUTH POE Nelda FHA; ROUND-UP Typist; LASSO. JUDY ANN CARTER Red Tri-Hi-Y Historian; Beta President FHA; Patrol; LASSO; ROUND-UP Library; SCA; Homecoming Queen Substitute Cheerleader. THE SENIOR BILLY JOE LAMIE Bill Science; FFA; Varsity; Band; Local Science Winner; Baseball; Track. ROBERT JEFFERSON WHITEHEAD Buddy FFA. 22 ! ROBERT BUCHANAN CARTER, JR. Bobby RONALD STEPHEN MARTIN Steve” Library; Varsity; LASSO; Football; Baseball; Track. CLASS OF 1 965 CHARLES DOUGLAS McCREADY Charlie Library; Science; ROUND-UP; LASSO. JO ANNE CULLOP Jo Transfer from Laurel High, Mary- land; FNA; FHA; Pep Club; Art Club; Tri-Hi-Y; Patrol; Laurel Chorus; LASSO; ROUND-UP; Intra- murals, Volleyball; Basketball. THOMAS GRAT MALOYED 23 ZENOBIA DIANE BISE Dot Patrol; FHA Treasurer; Tri-Hi-Y; ROUND-UP; LASSO. RONALD STEVEN ORR Ronnie Library; Science; Beta; ROUND- UP; Football Manager; Baseball; Varsity; Senior Class Treasurer. THE SENIOR MARY HELEN FRYE Mary” FHA; Tri-Hi-Y; LASSO; ROUND- UP. ROGER NIPPER Roger Transfer from R. B. Worthy High School; Band. ELLEN MARIE DOANE Ellen FHA; Basketball Manager; Tri-Hi- Y. LAMUEL EDISON PRATER, JR. Laniuel” FFA Secretary; Sophomore Class Reporter; Science. 24 DENNIS GALE MOORE Den FFA; Patrol; Basketball; Football; Baseball; Track. ROBERT WILLIAM OSBORNE Robert FFA; Track. CAROL ELAINE FRYE Carol Beta; FHA; LASSO; ROUND-UP. CLASS OF 1 965 NELLIE FERN STEVENS Nellie Tri-Hi-Y; LASSO; ROUND-UP. JAMES DAYTON SNOW Dayton Science Vice-President; SCA; Pres- ident of Senior Class; Local Science Winner; Library; ROUND-UP; LASSO; Track; Varsity; Football Manager. SANDRA SUE HAGA Sandy FHA Secretary; Local Science Win- ner; ROUND-UP; Tri-Hi-Y. 25 MARVIN BLAKE TAYLOR Blake FFA; Band; State FFA Band. ROGER LEE OSBORNE Ozzie FFA; Varsity; Football; Baseball; Basketball. BARBARA ANNE FRYE Barbara FHA; Patrol; Tri-Hi-Y; Band; LAS- SO; ROUND-UP. THE SENIOR TILLIE VIRGINIA TILSON Till Transfer from Ceres High School; FHA Vice-President; Beta Secre- tary-Treasurer; SCA Executive Secretary; 8 Grade Secretary; LASSO; ROUND-UP; Basketball; Senior Class Secretary; 11 Grade Scholarship Medal. JOHNNY DUANE WADDLE Johnny FFA; Football; Baseball; Track; Varsity. EVA COLLEEN MARSHALL Evar Transfer from Loudoun County High School; Tri-Hi-Y; FHA Chaplain; Library; LASSO. 26 I MABLE RUTH BROWN Judy” Library Secretary; LASSO; ROUND- UP; Tri-Hi- Y. CLASS OF 1 965 VERL JUNIOR MARSHALL Chubby Transfer from Loudoun County High School; FFA Treasurer, Vice-Pres- ident; Appalachian Dairy Award; Ap- palachian Electrical Award; Crop Judging Team; Tractor Driving Team; Forestry Team. ALEXINE SOMERVELL Zina Beta; FHA; Library; LASSO; ROUND-UP; 9 Grade Scholarship Medal. ROBERT GAIL SMITH Gail FFA. MARTHA SUE ©LINGER Martha FHA; LASSO; Tri-Hi- Y. JACKIE HARDING LAMIE Jackie Football. 27 T H E SANDRA SUE TUGGLE C Sue” O Library; LASSO; ROUND-UP. N I O R C L A S S O F 1965 BARBARA ANNE TIBBS Bobbie Patrol; Library; LASSO; ROUND- UP. ROSA LEE VANDYKE Rosa Transfer from Arundel High, Mary- land; Spanish; Biology Treasurer; Stage Crew; Tri-Hi- Y: LASSO; ROUND-UP. I 28 I HONOR SENIORS These students were selected on the basis of their high scholastic records throughout high school. Because of their maintenance of their grades, they have been honored by the Senior Class. CONNIE SUE CLEAR ALAN HUGH COOPER CAROL MAE BROWN TILLIE VIRGINIA TILSON ALEXINE SOMERVILLE BRENDA JOYCE SNOW 29 TOP TEN SENIORS The following were chosen by the Senior Class on the basis of leadership, sports, respect, cooperation, reliability, achievement, courtesy, and participation. They were rec- ognized for their continuous awareness of these qualities. SAMUEL RANDOLPH BRICKEY JAMES DAYTON SNOW HENRY CARL CARTER, JR. VERL JUNIOR MARSHALL 30 31 CLASS OF ’66 Seventy-seven eleventh graders finally reached the long awaited status--juniors. This has been one of the most pleasurable and mem- orable years we will ever experience. Our activities have been varied. The first project undertaken was the selling of homecom- ing flowers as a way of raising money for a large activity later in the year. Then the big night arrived on April 9 ! The Junior Class presented a prom in the honor of the seniors. Finally came the measuring for rings ! With this we juniors felt an advancement in impor- tance and an obligation to set high standards of conduct for underclassmen. This year included studying as well as care- ful consideration of vocations for later life. Ca- reer night was a help for many of us. Later in the year many of the class took college board exams. In recognition of our scholastic achieve- ments, fourteen juniors were invited to join the Beta Club. Initiation day found many of us in unusual, comical garbs bowing before the Sen- ior Beta members. The juniors had additional honors. Judy Pratt was crowned queen of the Dogwood Festi- val in Vinton, Virginia, and Janet Holmes was crowned Miss Rich Valley of 1964. Richard Chapman, junior president was supported by Janet Holmes, vice-president; Michael Clear, secretary; Patsy Stevenson, treasurer; and Roy Turley, reporter. Mrs. Mary Frances Campbell and Mr. John Morgan were the sponsors. Mary Lynn Necessary, Richard Spencer, and Judy Pratt are only a few of the juniors who dream of walk- ing in the SENIORS ' footsteps. JUNIOR CLASS OFFICERS, Hoppy Clear, secretary; Roy Turley, reoorter: Richard Chapman, president; Janet Holmes, vice-president; and Patsy Stevenson, treasurer, paused for the refreshing sun. Beta Initiation Day was fun but tiresome for Fada Frye, Linda Pratt, Richard Chapman, Hoppy Clear, and Patsy McCready, Drenia Snow, and Nelda Chapman. Donna Wyatt were busy preparing for the big night-- the Junior and Senior Prom. 32 1 Sandra Baker Annie Mae Barrett Sharon Blackwell Brenda Blevins Shirley Booth Harry Brickey Billy Brown Linda Call Harold Cassell Linda Chapman, Malinda Chapman, Nelda Chapman, Richard Chapman, Sally Clark, Hoppy Clear, Judy Cooper, Donnie Coe, Keith Crabtree, Carla DeBord, Donald Doane, Trenton Doane. 33 Thomas Kegley Barbara Frye Fada Frye Linda Frye Peggy Fullen Harvey Gates Jerry Gillespie William Gillespie Judy Hackler David Hancock, Larry Hanshew, Barbara Harris, Betty Harris, Janet Holmes, Paul Holmes, David Hubble, David Johnson, James Keene, Clarence Lamie, Jane Lowery, Robert Mabe. I ! I Ralph Maiden J. W. Maloyed Patsy McCready Joe McGinnis Alvin Necessary Mary Lynn Necessary Charles Neel Donna Olinger Dixie Olinger Joyce Olinger, Robert Osbrone, George Pauley, Sherlene Prater, Judy Pratt, Linda Pratt, Freda Repass, Patsy Rhea, Richard Roberts, David Robinson, Wanda Seymore, Cheryl Smith. 35 Drema Snow Richard Spencer Patsy Stevenson Ronnie Strouth Bonnie Surber Chares Surber Dwight Tolbert C. D. Taylor Pearl Tuggle Roy Turley, Charles Williams Gary Wise, Linda Worley, Donna Wyatt, Gary Wyatt 36 SOPHOMORE CLASS OFFICERS: Curtis Burkett, vice-president; Jimmy Turley, president; Robert Gillespie, secretary-treasurer; Berkley Clear, re- porter, smiled for the birdie! A group of sophomores kept busy during study hall despite distractions of eighth graders. Now that we, sophomores, have estab- lished ourselves as full-pledged members of the high school student body, we have be- come an important part of its system. We contributed our abilities to the various sports--football, basketball, and track. Our mental capacity was not only spent in aca- demic and commercial studies but also con- sumed by the responsibilities of leadership and participation in extra-curricular activi- ties of clubs. At this point in our high school life we leave behind the thoughts of irresponsibility and assume the duties of young adults. Our 1964-65 Sophomore Class officers were Jimmy Turley, president; Curtis Bur- kett, vice-president; Robert Gillespie, sec- retary-treasurer; Berkley Clear, reporter. Sponsors were Mr. Charles Frye and Mr. George Farris. 37 William Anderson Rachel Baker Harlow Bales Albert Barrett Jerry Bise Dennis Brown Fonnie Buchanan Jimmy Buchanan Curtis Burkett Jo Carter Larry Carter William Carter Iris Cassell Barbara Clear Berkley Clear Sandra Clear Rosemary Coe Sharon Cox Larry Daivdson Joyce Doane Bessie Evans Carol Evans Robert Evans Carlos Ferley Dina Jo Frye Rita Frye Charles Fullen Donnie Fullen 38 BMnm Mary Fullen Robert Gillespie Shirley Gillespie Mariville Greer Ben Harris Faye Harris Jolene Harris Norman Harris Robert Harris Norma Hanshew Thomas Hanshew Marie Havens Charles Hayden Polly Hayton Rachel Hayton Linda Hess Charles Hilt James Holmes Kyle Holmes Donna Kelly Sue Lamie Hoppy Lamie Polly Maloyed David Martin Jerl Minton Shelva Mitchell David Neel Alan Null 39 FIRST ROW: Brenda Olinger, Clarence Olinger, Jane Orr, Howard Osborne, Robert Osborne, Violet Osborne. SECOND ROW: Melvin Penland, Gladys Prater, James Prater, Nelson Prater, Mildred Ratcliff, James Rhea. Judy Surber Carol Tuggle Jimmy Turley Mary Turley Betty Umbarger Tommy Waddle Charles Webb Diane Worley Larry Worley 40 FRESHMEN CLASS OFFICERS: Sandra Taylor, president: Gail Neel, vice-president; Betty Lamie, reporter; Brenda Taylor, secretary; and Brenda Repass, treasurer, posed in front of a fall bulletin board. With a sense of belonging to the world of RVHS, freshmen returned. Still underclassmen, nevertheless, we were called upon to set an ex- ample for the eighth graders. English, math, history, science--all these and more kept us busy. But studying was not all; we made our con- tributions to the various sports, and those of us who weren ' t involved helped them as we spurred the teams on to victory. We, the members of the Freshman Class, joined various clubs, sports, and school activi- ties. We became a very important part of the school. Our class officers were as follows: Sandra Taylor, president; Gail Neel, vice-president; Brenda Taylor, secretary; Brenda Repass, treasurer; and Betty Lamie, reporter. Our sponsors were Mrs. Della Osborne, Mr. James Roberts, and Mr. Eddie Sheffield. CLASS Freshmen, Esther Olinger, Joe Doane, and Melody Call, entered into their first year of sports. OF 1968 Gail Neel, Betty Lamie, Charles Davidson, Brenda Taylor, and Ronnie Hubble talked things over after a hard day ' s work. Jerl Armstrong Linda Armstrong Mary Blevins Danny Brown Howard Buchanan Cecil Call Melody Call Danny Cassell Carl Chapman Cleadys Chapman Florence Chapman Patsy Chapman Ronnie Chapman Judy Clear Linda Coe James Davidson Mary Davidson Carol DeBord Raymond DeBord Robert DeBord 42 I I David Doane Ruby Doane Judy Edmonds Robert Ellis Wilma Evans Diane Frye Eddie Frye Ronald Frye Douglas Fullen Debra Gillespie 1 James Gillespie Donna Griffitts Linda Hamm Larry Hanshew James Harris Danny Henderson Karen Henderson Rosemary Kegley Harold Kelly Betty Lamie 43 Mac Larnie Robert Maloyed Kathy McAllister Patricia Mutter Gail Neel Esther Olinger Rosa Puckett James Ratcliff Brenda Repass Brenda Rhea Colleen Rhea Glenna Smith Brenda Taylor Drema Taylor Carol Taylor Danny Tibbs Donnie Turley Gary Umbarger Gilbert Whitehead Albert Williams CLASS OF 1969 Seniors, Harry Brown and Alan Cooper, showed poor eighth graders, Patty Burkett and Norman Holliday, a rough time. During our first days at RVHS we wide-eyed sub- freshmen were baffled, excited, and overcome by our new environment- -the world of RVHS. Locker combinations, assemblies, pep meetings, new schedules, and the crowd- ed halls seemed strange, but wonderful. Soon we fell in line; besides studying we became in- volved in the busy activities of the school. Making new friends, attending ball games, and going to parties showed us school life ' s brighter side. Refusing to be outdone by the other classes, we trudged on to achieve success in many ways. Being the largest class ever, promoting school spirit, taking part in school activities, and attending school functions- -by our enthu- siasm we eighth graders distinguished ourselves. Finally we acquired the feeling of belonging. Eighth Grade class officers for 64-65 were Virginia Prater, president; Billy Hackler, vice-president; David Stevenson, secretary; Roger Frye, treasurer; and Sharon Call, reporter. During the firstweek of school, eighth graders scurried to classes. 45 EIGHTH GRADE OFFICERS: Billy Hack- ler, vice p r e s i d e n t; Virginia Prater, president; David Stevenson, secretary; Roger Frye, treasurer; and Sharon Call, reporter, appeared excited after the first few weeks of school. Jerelene Abel Brenda Anderson Sylvia Armstrong Mary Lou Blevins Jean Bostic Jackie Bostic Darlene Brown Howard Buchanan James Bruce Mac Buchanan Patty Burkett Eleanor Calahan Roger Call Sharon Call Sherlene Call Gale Carter Sammy Carter Carol Cassell Roger Catron Nellie Coalson Mary Colston Gary Crabtree Brenda Creggar Lois Davidson Lois Dinsmore Catherine Echols Everett Ellis Mildred Ellison Hubert Ferley J. C. French Donald Frye Howard Frye John Frye Eddie Frye Kathy Frye Lisa Frye Oscar Frye Roger Frye Brenda Fullen Shelva Fullen Linda Garrett Richard Gates Gaynor Gillespie Buddy Griffitts Billy Hackler Ricky Hall Betty Hamn Mildean Hanshew Gary Harris Kenneth Harris Mary Havens 46 Burnell Hayden Gordon Hayden Loudell Hayden Juanita Hayton Donnie Hilt Norman Holliday Marvin Holmes Gail Hubble David Johnson Barbara Keith Ronnie Kinder Toni Lamie Margaret Martin Sue Martin Rita McAllister Donna McGhee Donnie Mills Harold Nipper Danny Norris Regina Null Carol Olinger JoAnn Olinger John Orr Willis Osborne Billy Prater Virginia Prater Carol Pratt Janet Repass Rita Rhea Joyce Robbins Shirley Robbins Jerry Roop Patsy Short Dennis Snow Phyllis Spencer Barbara Stevens James Stevens David Stevenson Jimmy Surber Delores Taylor Douglas Taylor JoeEd Taylor Connie Tibbs Danny Tibbs Shelia Talbert Billy Turley Jerry Turley Kenneth Turley Mike Webb Carol Whitehead Teresa Worley 47 fck IBKi Kr.TW . WVIk 1 ■p. B s. impi St _„ QL MB ' ft • J I v If ft W 11 ■■ M ' bfc v S«� mji]� B|l ■C -■• . aBHB 35 N . . fBMPP BBBkB Htui «• l V v _.m. I — flnp RWh JL3BK; 48 SCA officers and sponsors discussed school activities. The Student Co-operative Association served as the governing body at Rich Valley High School. Composed of its officers, home- room representatives, class and club presi- dents, it directed progressive planning of school projects. It was the responsibility of SCA members to present the wishes of the stu- dent body at RV. All major club decisions had to be taken through the SCA for approval. This year 17 students on the council served their school and fellow classmates. The SCA served as a link between the stu- dent body and the administration. It kept the students informed of school activities and var- ious projects of the school. Thirteen SCA members and one of the club sponsors attended a district meeting at John S. Battle High School in the fall. STUDENT CO-OPERATIVE 50 Homeroom representatives of SC A made plans for Halloween party. ASSOCIATION FIRST ROW- -Brenda Snow, Alan Cooper, Judy Carter, H. C. Carter, Beverley Clear, Connie Clear. SECOND ROW- -Connie Tibbs, Jim Turley, Virginia Prater, Curt Burkett, JanetHolmes. THIRD ROW- -Dayton Snow, Richard Chap- man, Sandra Taylor, Randall Brickey, Fred Holliday, Richard Spencer. 51 FIRST ROW --Gale Maiden, Tillie Tilson, Irvin Griffitts, Sandy Haga, H. C. Carter. SECOND ROW--Mrs. Lewis, Spon- sor, Connie Clear, Brenda Snow, Carol Brown, Kay Atwell, David Campbell, Judy Carter, Beverley Clear. THIRD ROW--Charles McCready, Freddie Holliday, Jo Ann Cullop, Harry Brown, Ronnie Orr, Dayton Snow, Sara Barrett. LASSO Co- Editors Connie and Beverley Clear worked on plans for the 1965 LASSO. 52 The 19th edition of THE LASSO, our school yearbook, was presented by the 19 seniors making up the LASSO staff. The theme of the 1965 LASSO was THAT WONDERFUL YEAR--1964-65. It was centered around all events and activities during this year at RVH8. A school seal, presented by the Senior Class of 1965, appeared at various places through- out the book. This edition of our yearbook was the largest ever published at RV consisting of 107 pages. A double color picture of a leisure lunch period was used for the first time on the inside binding of the yearbook. This year we attempted to make frequent use of copy. Various pages were added for departments, outstanding students in extra-curricular activities, honor and top ten seniors, and homecoming. The LASSO staff strived to make the ' 65 LASSO a yearbook of which RVHS will be proud. Mary Frye, Barbara Frye, and Nelda Poe typed THE LASSO copy after Copy Editor Carol Brown corrected it. Business Manager H. C. Carter and Artist Gale Maiden reviewed the Ad layouts. STAFF Officers and sponsor of THE LASSO Staff organized the annual by preparing a working dummy as the Ad Section was being assembled. 53 At regular intervals during the school year, RVHS students read accounts of outstanding events of the student body as edited by the ROUND- UP staff, an organization responsible for publish- ing our school paper, THE ROUND-UP. The paper received an SIPA honor award last year. Three members of the Tnurnalism Class attended the Southern Interscholastic Press As- sociation Convention at Lexington, Virginia. The Journalism Class is responsible for news arti- cles. Typists for THE ROUND-UP are second year typing students. This year ' s staff consisted of 22 students. ' Editor Alan Cooper, Business Manager Randall Bric- key, and Sponsor Mrs. M. F. Campbell discussed make- ud of THE ROUND-UP. THE ROUND- FIRST ROW Seated- -Carol Brown, Kay Atwell, and Mrs. M. F. Campbell, Sponsor. FIRST ROW Standing — Judy Carter, Sandra Haga, David Campbell, Clarence Lamie, Richard Chapman, Beverley Clear. SECOND ROW--Harold Cassell, Sonny Webb, Jim Turley, Gale Maiden, Connie Clear, Dayton Snow, H. C. Carter, Charles McC ready. THIRD ROW — Danny Call, William Carter, Alan Cooper, Harry Brown. Randall Brickey, Curt Burkett. 5-t Members of the Journalism Class were responsible for gathering and writing the news. UP STAFF Martha Olinger, Alexine Somerville, Eva Marshall, Darlene Armstrong, Tillie Tilson, and Nellie Stevens were only a few of the many typists for the ROUND-UP. Danny Call, artist, and Harold Cassell, photographer, worked hard at their jobs for each edition. 55 The Beta Club is a non-profit, leadership organization for students who are outstanding scholastically. The club consisted of 26 members this year. To aid potential dropouts with their difficulties was the main proj ect for the year. The members clothed a needy child at Christmas, put up bulletin boards, kept the school trophy case clean, and helped with the spring clean up and beautification project. Programs were planned to help de- velop leadership, good character, and high ideals. THE BETA CLUB Judy Carter, president; Mrs. Jolene Campbell, sponsor; Harry Brown, reporter; Carol Brown, vice-president; and Tillie Tilson, secretary-treasurer, planned the Beta Club meetings. MJI U R E DDES TD SCHOOL TODAY M Members of the Beta Club, Fada Frye, Ronnie Orr, Tommy Maloyed, and Judy Pratt made preparations for tutoring possible drop-outs. SEATED- -Carla DeBord, Sandra Baker, Nelda Capman, Fada Frye, Judy Pratt, Judy Carter, Mary Necessary. FIRST ROW--Patsy McCready, Tillie Tilson, Drema Snow, Judy Cooper, Cheryl Smith, Carol Brown, Sharon Black- well, Connie Clear, Brenda Snow, Carol Frye, Alexine Somerville. SECOND ROW--Rodney Surber, Alan Cooper, Ronnie Orr, Richard Spencer, Freddie Holliday, Tommy Maloyed, Harry Brown, Roy Turley. 56 FIRST ROW--Cheryl Smith, Linda Pratt, Polly Maloyed, Judy Pratt, Connie Clear, Judy Carter, Beverley Clear, Patsy Stevenson, Carol Brown, Judy Hackler, Judy Cooper, Carla DeBord. SECOND ROW- -Sandy Clear, Sara Barrett, Jo Ann Cullop, Brenda Snow, Wanda Seymour, Jane Lowery, Sandra Haga, Jo Carter, Carolyn Tuggle, Kay Atwell, Rosa Van Dyke, Fonnie Buchanan. THIRD ROW--Shelva Mitchell, Nellie Stevens, Nelda Chapman, AnnieMae Barrett, Janet Holmes, Sharon Blackwell, Sue Lamie, Barbara Frye, Dot Bise, Eva Marshall, Joyce Olinger, Rita Frye, Jane Orr, Dina Jo Frye. Salesmen Fonnie Buchanan and Jane Orr sold Steer shaker- roos to Wanda Seymour and Jo Carter. Tri-Hi-Y officers Beverley Clear, president; Patsy Steven- son, vice president; Carol Brown, treasurer; Judy Cooper, reporter; Connie Clear, secretary; Judy Hackler, chaplain; and Judy Carter, historian paused along with their sponsor Mrs. Osborne. TRI-HI-Y The 44 members of the Tri-Hi-Y strived to promote their platform-clean speech, clean scholarship, clean sportsmanship, and clean living- throughout the year. Various projects were carried out during the year. Selling Steer football shaker-roos was the main project of the club. Other club projects included the sale of candy, co-spon- sored the giant Christmas stocking for the needy, conducted devotions over the public ad- dress system during American Education Week, sponsored a school party and an assem- bly program and the club took flowers to the McKee Hospital and to Mr. Lewis as a service project to the community. The club received its first charter this year. It was presented to the club by the State YMCA and was placed in the trophy case. At mid-term the club had almost completed the requirements for their ace rating. Each member worked hard toward this goal. Fifteen girls attended the district meeting at R. B. Worthy High School November 21. Judy Pratt was elected district vice-president. Beverley Clear and Patsy Stevenson at- tended the Hi-Y, Tri-Hi-Y Leadership Train- ing Conference at Blue Ridge, North Carolina, July 26-August 1. 57 FIRST ROW--CecilCall, Billy Brown, Lamue l Prater, Thomas Kegley, Keith Crabtree, Trenton Doane, Jerry Gillispie, Donnie Turley, Paul Holmes, James King, James Harris, Johnny Frye. SECOND ROW- - Larry Hanshrew, RoyTurley, David Johnson, Clarence Lamie, Charles Neel, Larry Hanshew, Charles Lamie, Sammy Carter, Danny Brown, Charles Hayden, Allan Null, Carlos Ferley. THIRD ROW--Randall Brickey, Douglas Gillispie, Jackie Davidson, Ronnie Strouth, J. W. Maloyed, James Davidson, Gilbert Whitehead, Joe Doane, Donald Doane, David Martin, Jimmy Buchanan. FOURTH ROW- -Henry Frye, Carl Chapman, Jerry Doane, Sammy Lamie, Bobby Osborne, Ronnie Hubble, Robert Shupe, Riley Bruce, Robert Ellis, James Holmes, James Prater. FIFTH ROW--Edward Calihan, Harold Kelly, Gary Umbarger, James Gillispie, Howard Buchanan, Nelson Prater, Melvin Penland, Douglas Fullen, Harold Cassell, Eddie Worley, Danny Cassell, Bill Shupe. SIXTH ROW- -Charles Fullen, Wayne Osborne, Robert Gillespie, Joe McGinnis, Gary Wyatt, David Neal, Donnie Coe, Dwight Tolbert, Sam Chapman, Gerald Minton, Kyle Holmes, David Anderson, Eugene Olinger, George Montogomery, Larry Worley, Robert Osborne, Donnie Fullen, Gary Wise, Dennis Brown. F F A The 93 members of the FFA Chapter of Rich Valley contributed their efforts and skills to make the club a success. Sponsoring the FFA Banquet, pre- senting an assembly, choosing area and state judging teams, and attending FFA camp at Smithfield were some activities of the chapter. The boys had an active interest in all the activities and were proud of their a- chievements. FFA Officers, Keith Crabtree, president; Jerry Gillespie, Sen- tinel; Tommy Kegley, vice president; Lamuel Prater, secretary; Trenton Doane, reporter; Donnie Turley, treasurer along with sponsors M. M. Lewis and J. T. Gardner looked at the school shop. IMS Charles Lamie was presented the Chapter Star Farmer Award at the annual FFA banquet. To reward the boys who had excelled in their contributions to the club, there were many awards to recognize them. Outstanding Greenhand Chapter Award, Safety Award, and Outstanding FFA Mem- ber were only a few of the valuable awards. The primary aim of the FFA was the development of agriculture, leadership, cooperation, and citizenship. The shop of the chapter rendered ser- vice to the surrounding area on a special shop night each week for the farmers of the community. 5(5 FIRST ROW — Judy Hackler, Brenda Snow, Judy Pratt, Linda Pratt, Eva Marshall, Violet Osborne, Beverley Clear. SECOND ROW- -Jo Carter, Judy Carter, Marie Havens, Debbie Gillespie, Brenda Blevins, Drema Snow, Sandy Haga, Polly Maloyed, Nelda Poe, Jane Lowery. THIRD ROW-- Joyce Olinger, Sue Lamie, Cheryl Smith, Shirley Booth, Frieda Repass, Fonnie Buchanan, Mary Frye, Jo Ann Cullop, Dot Bise, Patsy Stevenson. FOURTH ROW--Merville Greer, Mary Ann Turley, Carolyn Tuggle, JoyceDoane, RubyDoane, SharonCox, Betty Umbarger, Mary Fullen, Dina Jo Frye, Jane Worley. FH A Frieda Repass, secretary; Linda Pratt, treasurer; Brenda Snow, president; Judy Pratt, vice-president; Mrs. DeBord, sponsor; Linda Worley, historian; Patsy Stevenson, parliamentarian; Judy Hackler, reporter; Eva Marshall, chaplain, smiledfor the birdie. To promote a growing appreciation of the joys and satisfaction of homemaking in school and home life was the goal of the 56 members of the FHA. The club had several projects to maintain throughout the year. Members served a banquet for the Masonic Lodge as the main project. Other projects included serving for the FFA banquet, football ban- quet, FHA banquet, and co-sponsoring the Christmas stocking for the needy. The club also sponsored the valentine party. Awards are given for outstanding work in the club. Junior and chapter de- grees are given to the girls who pass a written test. The annual Crisco Award is given to the best all around FHA girl. Club members attended the state con- vention, local, and district meetings. Four girls also attended the FHA Camp during the summer where three of them won on garments which they had made. FHA scrapebook was looked over by JoyceDoane, Cheryl Smith, Beverley Clear, and Mary Fullen. 59 FIRST ROW- -Dennis Moore, Bobby Osborne, Danny Call, Harry Brown, Freddie Holliday, H. C. Carter, R. W. Hilt, Irvin Griffitts. SECOND ROW-- Jerry Bise, Johnny Waddle, Roger Osborne, Gale Maiden, Billy Lamie, Paul Holmes, Tommy Maloyed, Sammy Kinder. THIRD ROW — Joe Doane, Mike Clear, Charles Lamie, Dayton Snow, David Campbell, Ronnie Orr, Alan Cooper, Mr. Roberts, Sponsor. FOURTH ROW- -Curtis Burkett, Robert Gillispie, Richard Spencer, Dicky Roberts, Montgomery Evans, Robert Mabe, Dennis Harris, Roy Turley, Joe McGinnis. FIFTH ROW- -Berkley Clear, Charles Hilt, Randall Brickey , Harold Doane, Andrew Holmes, Harvey Gates, Jerry Gillispie, Gary Wyatt, Mr. Osborne, Sponsor. MONOGRAM CLUB The Monogram Club is a club organized for boys who have lettered in at least one sport. To generate more school spirit at school and at games was the primary purpose for the club. Members raised money for our new football field, ran the snack bar at home ball- games, and kept the ideal of good sportsmanship in stu- dent’s minds throughout the year. They helped decorate the stage for the school Christmas project and sold tickets to the football banquet. This was the first year at RV for a Monogram Club. The club consisted of 41 members. Freddie Holliday, president; Bobby Osborne, vice president; Harry Brown, treasurer; Robert Mabe, secretary; Danny Call, reporter; and Coaches Kelly Osborne and Jim Roberts looked proud because of their new club. Roger Osborne, Steve Martin, David Campbell, and Day- ton Snow admired the Steer pride and joy! After inspection of a Steer jacket H. C. Carter, R. W. Hilt, Bobby Osborne, and Gale Maiden decided they were tops. 60 LIBRARY CLUB The Library Club is composed of high school students who serve as volunteer assis- tants to the librarian. Members have shown interest in library work and have helped to carry out an efficient program. To promote better facilities and library service is the main purpose of the club. Club members worked in the library before school and during study hall, mended torn books, showed movies, and aided students in using the library. The club spon- sored a school party as a project this year . Thirty-three members belonged to the Library Club this year. Library Assistants Sammy Kinder, Freddie Holliday, Bonnie Surber, Diane Frye, and Danny Call mended books for future use. Officers David Campbell, vice-president; Gale Maiden, treasurer; Judy Brown, secretary; Mrs. Gardner, sponsor; H. C. Carter, president; and Danny Call, reporter prepared a book order. SEATED-- Janet Holmes, Sharon Blackwell, Freddie Holliday, Judy Hackler. FIRST ROW--Clarence Lamie, Alexine Somerville, R. W. Hilt, Patsy Stevenson, Barbara Frye, Annie Mae Barrett, Sue Tuggle, Pearl Tuggle, Patsy McCready. SECOND ROW--Danny Call, Darlene Armstrong, Jane Orr, Bobby Osborne, Judy Brown, Barbara Tibbs, Diane Frye, Bonnie Surber, Sammy Kinder. THIRD ROW- -David Robinson, Robert Made, Dennis Harris, RonnieOrr, H. C. Carter, Gary Wyatt, Gale Maiden, Charles Neel, Dayton Snow, David Campbell. 61 SCIENCE CLUB A problem on the blackboard puzzled Science offi- cers Patsy McC ready, secretary; R. W. Hilt, presi- dent; Mr. Frye, sponsor; Dayton Snow, vice-presi- dent; David Campbell, treasurer; Connie Clear, reporter; and sponsors Mr. Farris and Mr. Shef- field. The Science Club is a club for stu- dents interested in science. There were 35 members in the club this year. The RV Science Fair sponsored annu- ally by the Science Club was the main pro- ject this year. Ten projects were selected from the local fair to represent RV at the County Fair in Marion. Other club projects included buying laboratory equipment and reference mat- erial, sponsoring an assembly program, and presenting science medals to local and county science winners. This year members of the club had the privilege to tour the Olin Mathieson ScienceClubmemberslookedliketheworkmenwhenthey visited Plant in Saltville. Here they were shown the Olin plant, how resources were developed. The fin- ished products were shipped to all parts of the world. FIRST ROW--Janet Holmes, Judy Cooper, Sharon Blackwell, Carol DeBord, Drema Snow. SECOND ROW--Charles McCready, Dayton Snow, Kay Atwell, Gale Maiden, Carla DeBord, H. C. Carter, Freddie Holliday, Judy Pratt. THIRD ROW--Cleadys Chapman, Brenda Taylor, Wilma Evans, JaneOrr, Mary Necessary, Lamuel Prater, Rodney Surber, Billy Lamie, Beverley Clear, David Campbell. FOURTH ROW- -Alan Cooper, RonnieOrr, ConnieClear, BrendaSnow, Dennis Harris, Linda Pratt, Patsy McCready, Hoppy Clear, Richard Spencer, David Robinson, Richard Roberts. I 62 PATROL CLUB Members of patrol club performed many duties, one of which was seeing that students boarded buses safely after school. The 29 members of the Patrol Club were volunteer students who were inter- ested in the safety of fellow students. Their job helped to insure the safety com- ing to school and returning home on the bus. The patrols helped the bus drivers maintain order on the bus if necessary. They always realized the goal of the club- -to promote a safer school and community in which to live. Head patrol, Patsy McC ready, sponsor, Mr. M. M. Lewis and members, Faye Harris and Tommy Waddle finished up plans for safety campaign. FIRST ROW--left to right, BarbaraFrye, Sharon Blackwell, Sarah Barrett, Barbara Tibbs, Lois Davidson, Mary Lou Blevins, Mary Jane Blevins, Eleanor Callihan, Juanita Hayton, Darlene Brown. SECOND ROW--Cleadys Chapman, Gale Carter, Donnie Turley, David Hubble, Howard Buchanan, Calvin Edmonds, Ray Lamie, Tommy Waddle, Patsy Lowery. THIRD ROW- -Sheila Tolbert, Carol DeBord, Brenda Blevins, Brenda Olinger, Betty Lamie, Faye Harris, Betty Umbarger, Sandra Clear, Patsy McCready, Shelvia Fullen. 63 RICH VALLEY Music is a wordless language, and the music of the Rich Valley Steer Band inspired students, faculty, and spectators alike. Innumerable prac- tice sessions served to prepare the young musi- cians for performances, whether it be at football half-times, at pep rallies, parades, concerts, all- state try-outs, or at district festivals. Mr. A. V. Flynn, band director, directed Steer band as they played Kentucky--1800. Left to Right: Robert Harris, baritone saxophone; Jane Orr, Gail Neel, Blake Taylor, Judy Pratt, alto saxo- phones; Carla DeBord, tenor saxophone; and Mary Lynn Necessary, flute. Trumpets, Left to Right: Jane Pratt, Gale Carter, Ro- bert DeBord, David Neal, Donnie Coe, Gary Wyatt, Harry Brown. Concert Band: FIRST ROW--Mary Lynn Necessary, Donna McGhee, Kathy McAllister, Mildred Ratcliff, Brenda Fullen, Connie Clear, Barbara Harris, Cleadys Chapman, Rosemary Kegley, Joan McElraft, Carolyn Moore, Roger Call. SECOND ROW--Judy Clear, Sheila Bales, Brenda Olinger, Carol De- Bord, Roger Nipper, Robert Harris, Jane Orr, Gail Neel, Blake Taylor, Judy Pratt, Carla DeBord. THIRD ROW- -Cindy DeBord, Faye Harris, C. D. Taylor, Linda Pratt, Sandra Clear, Jane Pratt, Gale Carter, Robert DeBord, David Neal, Gary Wyatt, Donnie Coe, Harry Brown. FOURTH ROW--Eu- gene Cassell, Dayton Harris, James Ratcliff, Doug Gillespie, Rosemary Coe, Harold Cassell. Horns, Left to Right: Sandra Clear, baritone; Sheila Bales, Brenda Olinger, Carol DeBord, french horns. “STEER” BAND The band participated in the Dogwood Festival at Vinton, Virginia, in the spring. Fourteen Band members made up a stage band called the Themes . Their tunes ranged from ABC Boogie to True Love”. They entertained at school assemblies, stunt night, and at various club meetings in the community. The 1965 Steer Band had 41 members. Themes are FIRST ROW Left to Right: Carla DeBord, Robert Harris, Gail Neel, Judy Pratt; SECOND ROW: Connie Clear, Harold Cassell, Faye Harris, Iris Cas- sell, C. D. Taylor; THIRD ROW: Dayton Harris, David Neel, Gary Wyatt, Donnie Coe. 65 Majorettes: Kathy McAllister, Judy Clear, Connie Clear, drum majorette; Judy Pratt, Carla DeBord. Percussion FIRST ROW: Rosemary Coe, James Rat- cliff, Eugene Cassell. SECOND ROW: Judy Clear, Doug Gillespie, Dayton Harris. Clarinets FIRST ROW: Roger Call, Joan McElraft, Carolyn Moore. SECOND ROW: Rosemary Kegley, Donna McGhee, Kathy McAllister, Cleadys Chapman, Barbara Harris. THIRD ROW: Connie Clear, Mildred Ratcliff, Brenda Fullen, and Roger Nipper, bass clari- net. Trombones: Cindy DeBord, Linda Pratt, C. D. Taylor, Faye Harris, and Harold Cassell, tuba. Not pictured: Iris Cassell. i Rich Valley 28 Rich Valley 13 Rich Valley 7 Rich Valley 0 Rich Valley 27 Rich Valley 12 Rich Valley 12 Rich Valley 41 Rich Valley 21 Rich Valley 0 Fries 6 John Battle 47 St. Paul 14 Patrick Henry .... 13 Honaker 6 Chilhowie 7 Pocahontas 0 Damascus 7 Abingdon 20 Castlewood 29 The Steers started out their ' 64 season of football with a big victory over Fries, 28 to 6. Dennis Moore, Freddie Holliday, Steve Martin, and Charles Hilt all scored touchdowns for the Valley that night. The second ball game was just not RV ' s night, with John Battle taking a 48 to 1 3 victory. Gale Maiden and Jerry Bise did the honors that night. Roger Osborne received an injury which prevented his playing the rest of the season. The third one was a tough lose for the Steers. St. Paul won 14 to 7 with Steve Martin scoring the lone TD for the Steers. Patrick Henry came visiting the fourth ball game and went home with a 12 to 0 vic- tory over the Steers. It was a rough and tough game but it was just their night. Homecoming was the fifth game for the Steers and spirits were high. Honaker was the victim of a 28 to 6 splurge by the Steers with Irvin Griffitts getting 1 TD and H. C. Carter rolling up three. Judy Carter was crowned Homecoming Queen by the co-captains of the FIRST ROW--Clarence Lamie, Trenton Doane, Jerry Bise, Bobby Osborne, Rich- ard Spencer, Larry Worley, Jerry Doane, David Martin, David Campbell. SECOND ROW--Charles Hilt, Ralph Maiden, Hoppy Clear, Robert Gillesp ie, Bill Doane, Berk- ley Clear, William Carter, R. W. Hilt, H. C. Carter, Tommy Maloyed. Coach Frye grinned as Coach Osborne drew a tricky play for use against Chilhowie. 68 I Coach Kelly Osborne looked on as Co-Captains H.C. Carter and Irvin Griffitts practice their proper stance. THIRD ROW- -Curtis Burkett, Gale Maiden, Joe McGinnis, Danny Call, Paul Holmes, Roger Osborne, Steve H Martin, Dennis Moore, Irvin Griffitts, Jackie Lamie, Fred Holliday, Johnny Waddle. Montgomery Evans, Dayton Snow, and Ronnie Orr, football managers, checked the medical bag carefully before each game. Steers that muddy night. Our sixth ball game the Steers were enter- tained by the Chilhowie Warriors. It was their homecoming and they were looking for a big victory. Instead, the hard hitting Steers stub- bornly do minated the ball and defeated the Warriors 12 to 7, upsetting their homecoming. Carter scored both TD ' s for the Steers behind the great blocking of the line. The Steers traveled to Pocahontas the sixth ball game defeating them 12 to 0. Carter scored both TD ' s. Damascus was the seventh ball game. They had ruined a perfect season for the Steers in 62 and beaten them again in 63 but this time it was their turn to be trounced. The score was 41 to 7 with Joe Doane going in for 1 TD and Carter for five. The ninth ball game was with the Abingdon Falcons at home. It turned out to be the fifth victory in a row with 21 to 20 victory over them. The Steers were outweighed almost in every position, but their will power was strong. Martin scored once and Carter got two that night. For the last game of the year the Steers traveled to play the District 7 champions, Castlewood. They defeated us 29 to 0. The season record was a good one with six wins and four losses. The main reasonfor the successful season was because of the great individual and team coaching of Coach Kelly Osborne and Assistant Coach Charles Frye. H. C. Carter, top district scorer, and 6 Steers were on the district football team. The back of the year from District 6 went to Carter, who also rece ived Honorable Mention on the All-State football team. Many of the first team boys this year were juniors and sophomores. Next year they will be playing on a new field and will probably do great. 69 SENIOR “STEERS H. C. Carter 5 ' 10 155 1b. Fullback - Co-Captain Irvin Griffitts 6 ' 160 lb. End - Co-Captain Gale Maiden 5 ' 11 155 lb. Quarterback R. W. Hilt 5’ 7 155 lb. Guard Fred Holliday Dave Campbell Steve Martin Dennis Moore 6 ' 175 lb. 5 ' 9 125 lb. 6’ 3 185 lb. 6’ 1 170 lb. Tackle - Punter Halfback Halfback End Roger Osborne 6’ 4 175 lb. End Jackie Lamie 6’ 145 lb. End John Waddle 6’ 180 lb. Tackle Danny Call 6 ' 3 260 lb. Tackle 70 The Rich Valley Peanuts, headed by Coach Jim Roberts, was made up of 7th and 8th graders. Although they lost both their games, it gave them more experience for the years to come. The Pea- nuts practiced every school day of the season and really hustled. This is the making of another Steer team. Carter carried the ball across the goal line with a War- rior close behind. Coach Osborne watches to see if the play will go as planned. J.V. FOOTBALL FIRST ROW- -Buddy Griffitts, William Turley, Mike Webb, June Bug Carter, Kent Harris, Ray Lamie, Kenny Turley, Barney Clear, RogerCatron. SECOND RQW--NormanHolliday, Walter Beverly, Dennis Snow, Donnie Hilt, JoeClear, Marvin Holmes, Brad Carter, Danny Norris, Donnie King. THIRD ROW- -Douglas Taylor, Butch Keesee, Gary Rat- cliff, Bennie Frye, Jimmy Pucket, Roger Doane, Johnny Orr, Sid Call, -Coach Roberts. 71 This was Homecoming 1964 Both the Steer Band and cheerleaders formed the tunnel for their favorite team--THE STEERS. Co-Captain Carter met with Co-Captain Ball for the toss of the coin--we won. The Band performed in the gym due to the muddy field. Cheerleaders decorated the goal posts for the big game! Homecoming spirit was started early on September 22, with the nominations for homecoming queen. Six girls were elected from the senior homeroom to run for queen. A girl from each of the ten remaining home- rooms was nominated to run for Maid of Honor. On October 1, tickets went on sale for the game. Two pep rallies were held that day and school spirit began to soar. Final plans were made on Friday. The band was busy learning last minute details, the football players were busy learning their plays and duties, the football managers were busy marking off the field, while the cheerleaders led three pep rallies and decorated the goal post. Members of the Junior Class sold home- coming flowers sixth period and Tri-Hi-Y members sold Steer shaker-roos. At 8 p.m. October 2, the Steers received the ball resulting to a 28 to 6 victory over the Honoker Tigers in a down pour of rain. H. C. Carter made 3TD’s with Irvin Griffitts making the other one. In spite of the muddy field the offensive and defensive teams clicked well. Co-Captains H. C. Carter and Irvin Griffitts crown- ed Judy Carter, Miss Football Queen 1964, before ap- proximately 1,500 spectators. Virginia Prater served as Maid of Honor. The Homecoming victory was celebrated by the student body at the Homecoming party sponsored by the Band Boosters. Students and cheer- Queen Judy Carter posed with her court for a leaders urged their picture, team on to the big vic- tory. H. C. Carter crossed the goal line for the final touchdown of the homecoming game. Result--28-6 victory. 72 All RV students rejoiced over our victory at the homecoming party. •VWS ). ? Brenda Blevins, Esther Olinger, Judy Hackler, Patsy Stevenson, Donna Olinger, Beverley Clear, and Polly Maloyed dreamed of the many 64-65 victories. Beverley Clear, senior CHEERLEADERS Who ' s going to win this game was the favorite yell of the student body and the RV cheerleaders throughout the school year. The answer shouted back to the cheerleaders was we are and most of the time we did win. Work began early in the year for the Steer cheerleaders. They not only led the pep rallies, but they also sold football programs, decorated the goad post, and displayed posters to build Steer spirit. Flashing the maroon and gold on the field and in the gym, the Steer cheerleaders kept our school spirit high in defeat, as well as in vic- tory. Judy Hackler, junior Polly Maloyed, sophomore Captain Donna Olinger, junior Esther Olinger, freshman 73 BOYS’ VARSITY BASKETBALL Harry Brown, Harvey Gates, Robert Mabe, Gary Wyatt, Tommy Kegley, Dennis Harris, Joe McGinnis, Irvin Griffitts, Jerry Gillespie, Freddie Holliday, Jimmy Turley, Trenton Doane. Rich Valley 50 Rich Valley 74 Rich Valley 77 Rich Valley 48 Rich Valley 38 Rich Valley 53 Rich Valley 50 Rich Valley 57 Rich Valley 54 Rich Valley 59 Rich Valley 33 Rich Valley 50 Rich Valley 51 Rural Retreat 52 Holston 37 Sugar Grove 52 Chilhowie 49 Patrick Henry 59 Abingdon 52 Patrick Henry 54 Sugar Grove 58 John Battle 44 Rural Retreat 43 Chilhowie 35 Holston 39 Saltville 59 Coaches Frye and Roberts discussed new basketball plays. Co-Captains Harry Brown and IrvinGrif- fitts paused before practice. From the beginning jump ball on December 4, to the final buzzer in February, ending the season, Steer cage fans were treated to plenty of rough and tumble action on the basketball court. Rich Valley students were represented by one of the most sportsmanlike yet aggressive teams in the area. Directed by Coach Jim Roberts and led by Co-captains Harry Brown and Irvin Griffitts, the Steers fought hard for victory, took their share of tough breaks on the chin, and came through it all displaying the true Steer spirit. Our boys have turned in a fine performance on the court and we can well be proud of them- -for these are the Steers. 74 Basketball Managers- -H. C. Carter, Mongomery Evans, and Dennis Moore, joked while the boys worked hard. J V B A S K E T B A L L The Rich Valley Junior Varsity basketball team opened their season with three consecutive victories before losing to a power-packed Chilhowie team. They showed their hustle and desire to win by trounc- ing the Chilhowie team in a return engagement on the Steers ' home court. Trenton Doane, who was selected as a varsity performer at the beginning of season, but selected junior varsity, along with Roy Turley and Ralph Maiden paved the way for the winning team. The short but very agile team composed of Doane, Maiden, Turley, Richard Roberts, and Curtis Burkett made up for their lack of height with speed and good ball handling. Rich Valley . .... 39 Rural Retreat . . . 21 Rich Valley . .... 48 Holston 11 Rich Valley . .... 41 Sugar Grove .... 32 Rich Valley . .... 30 Chilhowie 43 Rich Valley . .... 31 Patrick Henry . . . 33 Rich Valley . . ... 21 Abingdon 43 Rich Valley . .... 44 Patrick Henry . . . 41 Rich Valley . .... 38 Sugar Grove .... 43 Rich Valley . .... 33 John Battle .... 24 Rich Valley . .... 39 Rural Retreat . . . 34 Rich Valley . .... 37 Chilhowie 31 Rich Valley . . ... 31 Holston 15 Rich Valley . . ... 32 Saltville 33 Dennis Harris made the basket for the Steers in the Rich Valley-Chiihowie game. FIRST ROW--Clarence Olinger, Kyle Holmes, Dickie Roberts, Joe Doane, Robert Ellis. SECOND ROW- -Curtis Burkett, Ralph Maiden, Roy Turley, Ronnie Hubble, Sonny Webb. 75 Managers Ellen Doane and Sherlene Prater passed time with Coach Jane Weaver. Co-Captains, Beverley and Connie Clear wait- ed for Mrs. Weaver to start practice. 1 964-65 Mary Turley, Judy Pratt, Freida Repass, Melody Call, Donna Griffitts, Brenda Ble- vins, Connie Clear, Faye Harris, Esther Olinger, Donna Olinger, Polly Maloyed, Sandra Clear, Sharon Cox, Beverley Clear, Carla DeBord. Rich Valley 13 Rich Valley 37 Rich Valley 25 Rich Valley 17 Rich Valley 24 Rich Valley 21 Rich Valley 32 76 The season was played with seven losses and one win. This victory was well worth waiting for as the Lassies defeated the Worthy Shakerettes 32 to 27 for their final game. This year ' s Lassie team was coached by Mrs. Jane Weaver. Because of her, team-spirit soared. They represented RVHS well with one of their main goals being good sportsmanship. Sugar Grove 46 Marion 39 Saltville 38 Chilhowie 39 Sugar Grove 41 Marion 42 Saltville 27 The Lassies will never forget the long, hard prac- tices, the sighs of defeat, the thrills of the big victory, or the wonderful feeling of playing a clean, fair, and active game. 77 BASKETBALL SENIORS i 78 Andrew Holmes and Jerry Gillespie warmed up for the game against Sugar Grove. BASEBALL Coach Frye watched the boys practice as he contemplat- ed their possibilities for victory. The 1965 Baseball team had greater hopes with aletterman returning to every position. With an experienced squad re- turning Coach Frye was confident of a suc- cessful season. The 1964 Baseball team only won two games but gained the valu- able experience which helped the 1965 sea- son. The pitching was stronger than in previous seasons with three experienced pitchers returning. Rich Valley Rich Valley Rich Valley Rich Valley Rich Valley Rich Valley . . . . . Rich Valley Rich Valley Rich Valley Rich Valley Rich Valley 2 Chilhowie 5 0 Saltville 4 2 Sugar Grove 1 4 Sugar Grove 3 0 Marion 1 2 Marion 3 3 Patrick Henry .... 0 Abingdon 0 Abingdon 5 Saltville 4 Patrick Henry .... 5 FIRST ROW--Harry Brown, Sammy Kinder, Charles Lamie, Andrew Holmes, Berkley Clear, Roy Turley. SECOND ROW- -Manager Montgomery Evans, Dennis Moore, Jerry Gillespie, Tommy Maloyed, Steve Martin, Robert Gillespie, Manager Billy Jo Lamie, Coach Charles Frye. 79 CO CD C ij 1 i n V . AMm 5 ij 3L j j fjk r W m 19 r ' ||jK |HBu 4 Jetbs ] FIRST ROW--Jerry Bise, Jimmy Turley, Charles Hilt, Joe McGinnis, Curtis Burkett, H. C. Carter, Fred Holliday, Ralph Maiden. SECOND ROW--Hoppy Clear, Ronnie Strouth, William Pauley, Bobby Osborne, Gale Maiden, Sammy Kinder, Harry Brown, Carlos Ferley, R. W. Hilt. THIRD ROW--ManagerGary Wyatt, Rodney Surber, Robert Osborne, Harvey Gates, Robert Mabe, Steve Martin, Danny Call, Allen Null, Coach Kelly Osborne. TRACK Coach Kelly Osborne brought his 1964 Steer cindermen to their first winning season in many years. The season was highlighted by 5 for 5 victories against The Saltville Shakers. The Steers were the Smyth County champions, and second in district and had three repre- sentatives at the State Track meet. Jerry Bise took individual honors by receiving 98 1 4 points. H. C. and Joe warmed up for a track meet at Abingdon. R.V. R.V. ' s Finish R.V. First R.V. First R.V. Second R.V. Second R.V. First Opponents Saltville (4 meets) Chilhowie, Marion Abingdon, John Battle, Damascus District 7 Meet Smyth County Meet Coach Osborne gazed down the hall as he pondered the team ' s success. 80 I SPORTS HIGHLIGHTS Chipper yelled, Irvin, we ' re playing basketball not march- ing! Mommy, Mommy— HELP. Joe Howard got ready to hit the dirt. Lassies shot and hit the basket, how rare! I would rather do it myself, said H.C. Where was that skunk? It ' s Mine. Peep-eye, I see you, too. si That Wonderful year Pre 82 ■ ■ ■ I 83 Our features MISS RICH VALLEY- 1964 Miss Janet Holmes, junior at Rich Valley, reigned as ’’Miss Rich Valley this year. Chosen on April 10, 1964, she held the title until April 1965. Miss Donna Olinger, also a junior, was the first runner-uo. 84 Miss Judy Carter, a senior of 1965, was chosen Homecoming Queen for 1964 by the student body. She reigned at the H O M E C 0 M 1 N G annual homecoming game. Eighth grader Miss Virginia Prater received the honor of becoming the Maid of Honor. a 85 THOSE WHO As representatives from the RV Tri-Hi- Y, Beverley Clear and Patsy Stevenson left for a training program at Blue Ridge, North Carolina. H. C. Carter, Alan Cooper, Beverley Clear, Connie Clear, David Campbell, and Teresa Marion represented THE ROUND- UP and THE LASSO at the SIPA Convention in Lexington. Rich Valley High School was well represented during THAT WONDER- FUL YEAR in extra-curricular acti- vities. THE ROUND-UP and THE LAS- SO were entered in the Southern In- terscholastic Press Association Convention held in Lexington, Vir- ginia. Delegates chosen to attend the convention to represent these two school publications were ' Alan Coop- er, H. C. Carter, David Campbell, Connie Clear, Beverley Clear, and Teresa Marion. Beverley Clear and Patsy Stev- enson, president and vice-president of the RV Tri-Hi-Y Club, attended the Hi-Y Training Program at Blue Ridge, North Carolina. Rich Valley was well represent- ed in the District One- Act Play com- petition in March as members of the Speech Class exhibited their acting Pink and Patches was polished for the district festival by its Carla DeBord and Connie Clear left dear old RV characters Sammy Kinder, Carol Brown, Rosa Van Dyke, and for All-State Band. Beverley Clear. 86 abilities. Connie Clear and Carla DeBord qualified as members of the All-State Concert Band. They competed a- gainst students from bands in South- west Virginia and performed at the All-State Band Concert. Jerry Bise and R. W. Hilt com- peted in the state track meet at Char- lottesville, Virginia Fifteen members of the Student Co-operative Association attended a district meeting at John S. Battle High School. Sammy Kinder participated in the district forensics contest. FFA-FHA Camp in Smithfield, Virginia, was attended by seven members of these clubs. These are only a few of the events and activities participated in by RVHS students. Fifteen members of the SCA represented our school at the district meeting at John Battle High School. REPRESENTED US . . . Jerry Bise and R. W. Hilt carried their prize equipment to the car as they pre- pared to leave for State Track competi- tion. r ; ¥ i im i si. nm V Mrs. Lewis helped Sammy Kinder add finishing Dot Bise, Nelda Poe, Keith Crabtree, Beverley Clear, Brenda touches to his forensics speech. Snow, and Trenton Doane stood waiting on their sponsors as they prepared to leave for FHA-FFA Camp. 87 REMEMBERING THOSE WHO WON Miss Judy Pratt was crowned Dogwood Festival Queen for 1965 at the Dogwood Festival at Vinton, Virginia. She was chosen from students from South- west Virginia. She reigned over the festival for 1965. Beverley Clear stood proudly beside her science project, Crys- tallography- -The Science of Crystallization.” Judy Pratt smiled happily as she was crowned Dogwood Festival Queen for 1965. H. C. Carter, Jr. was chosen District Back of the Year from District Six. He re- ceived this honor for this excellent playing during the 1964 football season. H. C. was chosen as a first team back for the district and received an honorable mention in State. H. C. Carter dreamed and was amazed after be- ing named the District Back of the Year. Miss Beverley Clear, senior, re- ceived first place at the Southwest Vir- ginia Regional Science Fair held at Roa- noke College, Salem, Virginia with her project, Crystallography-The Science of Crystallization. The division in which she took top honor was the Physical Sci- ence for Girls Division. 88 I OUR The cooks, Gypsy Keesee, Helen Johnson, Mary Wil- liams, and Virginia Farmer rested a minute before finishing their work. Thanks are due for the fine job the cooks, the bus drivers, and the janitor did this year. To the cooks for their preparation and serving of the school lunches, we wish to ex- press our gratitude. The bus drivers were careful delivering the students to and from school. They real- ized their job and took pride in their safety record. As the students walked into the school, they noticed the clean, gleaming floors. The janitor deserved thanks for his pride in doing his job well. Janitor Buddy Armstrong opened the door to begin an- other day ' s work. Bus drivers, J. T. Breedlove, Frank Lamie, Marion Webb, Garland Hubble, Monk Waddle, Nathan Hess, and 89 John Martin, gathered in front of a bus for a picture. 1 liminlr [r RICH VALLEY HIGH SCHOOL R. M. Buchanan, Principal Route 3 Saltville, Virginia January 8, 1964 Dear Advertisers: For making the twentieth edition of THE LASSO a success, the Senior Class of 1965 wishes to express their gratitude for your support. We have put forth an earnest effort to make a yearbook of which we can be proud. We hope our display of your advertisement will meet your approval. Our theme--that wonderful year--helps us to express what your assistance meant to us. We hope our spirit is reflected in our yearbook and that your advertisement will benefit your business. May we again express our sincere thanks. Sincerely, Co- Editor Compliments of SALTVILLE-RICH VALLEY LIONS CLUB R. 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