Robron High School - Robron Breakers Yearbook (Campbell River, British Columbia)

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lv uuklni- v-- ::4z 1 ,, Your productions brought the Drama program on track this year. Early in the year, practices began for a presentation of the comedy HThe Still Alarmn. This play involved a small but eager cast which perform- ed during the Carnival in October. Ambition was the key to December's undertakings. HA Christmas Carolu and HWhere's Christmas?U were pro- duced for an evening of entertainment. The year's major project came during the spring when HTwelve Angry Menu was Robron's entry in the North Island Drama Festival. Many people were responsible for the successes achieved by Robron's dramatists during this paSt year. Impressive efforts were made at all levels - on stage and behind the scenes. SPECIAL MUSIC EiXHEKJEE!!! Not all of CD6 talent at Robron lies in the older, more established groups. While they have had less exposure, the beginning groups have shown that Robron's music progranzhas some great musicians on their way up through the ranks. The students would like to thank their band leaders, Hr. Brian Lillos and lr.3oo Rempel, for their patience and devoted energies during this very satisfying year. 73

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V l 1, The Robron Band Program has ptoven to be a vital part of the activities at Robron Secondary. The program includes beginning concert band, intermediate concert band, junior concert band, junior jazz combo, senior concert band, beginning stage band, junior stage band, senior stage band, and senior jazz combo. This variety of groups nas been very busy over the past year. Time has been devoted to classroom learning, extra rehearsals, and concerts. Collectively, the Robron bands have been involved in over 35 concerts during the past year. The musicians have provided entertainment at the Carnival, put on a concert for parents and the community in the fall, played at the Ironwood Mall at Christmas, performed at the Rotary Pancake Breakfast, put on a successful dance, and taken part in festivals. Many other performances were offer ed as well. In terms of festivals, the bands have enjoyed special successes. At the North ls- land Music Festival, every Robron band entry won first place. The groups involved were: Senior Concert band, Senior Stage band, Junior Stage band, Senior Jazz Com- bo, and Junior Jazz Combo. The adjudicators were definitely impressed by the var- ious performances and made numerous favorable comments. The two Jazz Combos and the two Stage Bands then travelled to Victoria for the West Coast Jazz Festival where the two Jazz groups placed first in their divisions and the two stage groups placed second. Additional recognition was given to a number of Robron students who were named to the Provincial Honor Stage Band. Selection for this special band is based on the solo performances given by musicians during the competitions. Mr. Lillos was extremely pleased with the results of the competition and the way in which the stu- dents dealt with the pressure involved. This festival was not just a local affair. Tne competitions included bands from all over the province, meaning that our school is ffl in two categories and if! in two others. The first place standings entitle the Jazz QIOJQS to advance to the Canadian Stage Band Festival , which will be held in May in Toronto. Time and expense prevent tne bands from taking part this year, but hopefully our school will be represented at that level sometime in the future. Robron musicians have also done a considerable amount of fund raising this past They have become well known for their chocolate almond drives, but other mone have been attempted with good rates of success. The money raised has helped cover travelling expenses for the Victoria trip, and for the upcoming trip to B.C.'s inter year ior. ln late may, the bands travel to Port Hardy, take the ferry to Prince kupert and begin a series of stops and concerts which will take them to Vanderhoof and other towns. 72 y makers

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Top: Ian Phillips, Connie Manning, Jonelle Kiviniemi, Darryl Manning. FAS I-IIGN SHOW fa., 'G U F Robron's first annual Grad Fashion Show took place on December 3, 1983. A con- siderable amount of organization was required and many lessons were learned in the process. A large audience was on hand to watch students model and listen to com- mentators Gary Falck and Penny Corcoran. Local merchants helpfully donated door prizes while many parents provided baked goods. The evening was a successful first for the 1984 graduates. Annagret Levesque is to be congratulated on her perseverance. Many others were instrumental in decorating the gym and setting up tables. Student Models: Bill Nelson, Lisa Titus, Rita Bnangu, Elisa Jackovicn, Jamie Wallace, Darryl Manning, Toni Palmiere, Jo Dee Billy, Terry Ramm, Tania Pair, lan Phillips, Gurpreet Sangha, Lisa Scales, Bonnie Maxwell, Jennifer Noanes, Cneryl Thomas, Annagret Levesque, Connie Manning, Jonelle Kivinien , Rob Giroux Fashions supplied by: Action Sports, Workwear World, Cherry Wine, Robinson's, Kid's Wear, Dreamnoat Annie's, Smart Set, Reitman's, Pretty Baby, Cinderella Boutique, A-dart 74