Sandy High School - Mee Ma Yearbook (Sandy, OR)

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MEE 1986—A LIMITED EDITION A-9 Students show appreciation for staff In recent months, much has been said and published about frnerican education. Unfortunately, much of the talk has been in a negative light. Teachers have often been blamed for many of the problems in pubi i c educat i on. In an effort to let Sandy's teachers know that we care about you, the Le ade r sh ip class began a program to show the staff that they are appreciated. After a hectic Homecoming Ueek, the staff was awarded with a breakfast of donuts and coffee. I n add i t i on, the Leadership class set aside a day to give all club advisors and coaches a carnation and sash to thank them for the many long hours of time and devotion that they gave to Sandy's students. Chr i stmast ime found the Leadership class organizing a Faculty Cour t to honor 12 staff members voted on by the student body. But, perhaps the most obv i ous of the students' efforts was the birthday celebrations. On each staff member's birthday, at the start of 1st period, the Leadership group would come bearing a colorful hat and sash, a cupcake complete with candle, and musical wishes for a happy birthday. It was a moment that truly brightened the day for the birthday person. Betty Hi 1lyard Angus Anderson Jeanne Bondiey Jaun i ta Shuler Dian Hutchin Richard Kennedy 9

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A-8 MEE hW 1986—A LIMITED EDITION FOR THE LOVE OF MONEY Students cash in on part-time jobs Money! It was once said to be 'the root of all evil.' High school students of the '80's, however, seem to think it is the answer to all of their problems. Many high school students have part time jobs before and after school, and on weekends. Why? Won't they have to be 'out own their own,' and 'paying their own way,' soon enough? Reasons that students work vary greatly. Some do it because they absolutely have to have transportation which means bills for gas, insurance, the vehicle itself, and any necessary repairs and maintenance. Others do it because they need extra spending money to pay for their designer clothes and hours in the tanning booths. Still others see it as an opportunity to stock-pile money for use at college. Whatever their reasons, the fact remains that some high school students will seek jobs before they have to totally support themselves. Most students turn to the restaurant business to earn their dough. But wherever the students are employed, most of them will agree that performing well in both job and at school can sometimes be a difficult task to pull off. Still, they can't do much without that 'good old American dollar' in their pocket! TAKING A BREAK from washing dishes at Tollgate Inn is football player Rob Span i er. ■WILL THAT BE TWO for dinner?' asks Tollgate Inn hostess Jena Strebin. SENIOR KRISTI BONES keeps plenty busy at her job of renting videos. WORKING THE WINDOW at McDonald's is senior Michelle Hartman.

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A-10 MEE htt 1986—A LIMITED EDITION Students contemplate their futures SENIOR David Harris gets his Civics presentation over with! Seniors are always being -faced with many opportunities and decisions. Much o-f what they choose at this point in their lives may very well a-f-fect the rest o-f the i r 1 i ves. L i fe after high school is very complex. It is important that seniors get help and guidance in making the best possi ble decisions. At Sandy, it is recognized that waiting until the senior year is not necessarily the right way to go. In helping students prepare -for their -futures, Sandy offers a Career Day for sophomores and juniors to investigate occupations that they may one day like to pursue. Juniors are also given the opportunity to take the PSAT exam which is a preparatory exam for the all-important SAT's at the senior 1evel . The Career Center, headed by Dr. Wee Rumbaugh, offers students career exploration opportunities from 9th grade on. Work experience is important preparation for the future that many students take advantage of. These students get academic credit for working at their jobs. A new program at Sandy allows students to spend time with professionals on the job site. This gives the students the opportunity to make a decision about a job opportunity before having to spend time training only to find out that the job is not what they expected or wanted. Counselors are always ava i 1able to provide students with bits and pieces of advice about the future. In addition, seniors get the added opportunity to hear from college representat ives. Even the high school curriculum provides preparation for studen ts. Oral presentations in c 1 asses may seem mundane at the time, but in the future, similar si tuat i ons may be forced upon a student. Some classes offer the opportunity of college credit. Even involvement in athletics helps a student prepare for the future. Certainly the self-discipline needed to maintain grades and participate in sports is a good trait to take into the future. Whether the students themselves are aware of it, much of what they do in their daily routines at school is meant to help them in their futures. STUDENTS GARTHER IN THE CAREER CENTER to listen to an Oregon state STUDENTS COLLECT college representative discuss application procedures. information from one of many state college representat i ves.