Shikellamy High School - Profile Yearbook (Sunbury, PA)

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Shikellamy recalls its roots In early September of 1965. two dis- tinct groups of students — students which were formerly intense rivals in practically every aspect — entered the newly formed Shikellamy High School. These students had to put aside their former alma maters and form a new alli- ance. Although there were many obsta cles to overcome, the students of Shikel- lamy made their inaugural year a suc- cessful experience. The most memorable experience from the first year of Shikellamy was the championships won by the Shikellamy Braves football team. Under the guid- ance of head coach Richard Purnell, the newly formed Braves initiated the name Shikellamy in such a manner that it would be honored from that year for- ward. The Braves accumulated an incredi- ble record of 10 0 and won three cham- pionships their first year. The 1965 SVL title was secured when they crushed Bloomsburg. 42-13. The following week the Braves beat the Tornadoes of Mt. Carmel. 19-13 and won the Southern Di- vision. Eastern Conference title. Finally, in post season action, the Braves were victorious in their efforts against Blakely High School and won the Eastern Con ference Championship. The 1965 football team had given the new school an unforgettable season. The Braves' undefeated, untied season was the best possible way to start the new high school s athletic history. The newly formed Shikellamy band was under the direction of Mr. Charles Coleman. Bravettes were added to give color and grace to the marching band. The marching band performed at foot- ball games and various parades through- out the year. The concert band present- ed winter and spring concerts. There were also small groups, such as a dance band, a woodwind quintet, and a brass choir, established for individually talent ed musicans. Later that school year the Shikellamy Band hosted District Band, a gathering of the areas most talented musicians. Several Shikellamy students performed with this group of elite musicians and later with the Susquehanna Valley Band. In May of the school year the junior class hosted the Junior-Senior Prom. The theme of the prom was Roman Gar- den. It was one of the most exciting events of the year. exclaimed Cindy Shumaker Reitz, the secretary of the class of 1966. After a difficult year of adjusting to the merged school district, many of the first graduating class of Shikellamy con- tinued this acquired harmony as citizens within the communities. 4 Theme

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Hanging above the quanity foods restaurant is the colorful Injun Inn sign. A Communication Arts teacher. Mrs. Hettinger, aids Paul Bluhm in the writing lab. Utilizing a computer, Karen Campbell works on a foreign language assignment. A freshman takes time to enjoy the lounge area of the library. Career and college help is offered in the new guidance center. Theme 3

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The new Shikellamy Braves football team won the 1965 Eastern Con ference Championship. Charles Coleman was the director of the 196566 Shikellamy High School Band. Exemplifying the hair styles and fashions of 1966 are Nancy Gibson Furman. Neal Furman. Helen Lower Michaels and John Michaels on prom night.