White River High School - TKopechuck Yearbook (Buckley, WA)

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We've Got Unity. Damn Mcullough and Brian Botven show us that a little team work is always helpful. Varsity volley- ball players cheer on J. V. in the new gym. Encour- agement from others promotes success. Loneliness; something that most of us experience many times in our lives. It happens, one day, when you look around and find no one to share your life with, to care for, or to under- stand you. This loneliness makes you pause and wonder if anything really matters. Life begins to seem insignifi- cant, nothing brings excitement to your life and it becomes increasingly difficult to find enjoyment in people and activi- ties. You are alone ... The results of loneliness can be devas- tating and the only way to avoid them is “It is good because there's no squabbling between classes (Seniors, Juniors, Sopho- mores, and Freshmen) ... there's room for improvement, but compared to other schools I've seen, it's really good. to find a place where you belong. A place which offers caring people in- volved in meaningful, fun activities. A place that promotes unity above all else. 725 people have found that friendship, involvement, and caring in their unity at WHITE RIVER HIGH SCHOOL! They come together; teachers and stu- dents, for 180 days every year. They help each other through the bad times and laugh together through the good times. The classes are held, the sporting events are played, the concerts given; the basic life at White River is constant. New teachers come, new students arrive, buildings are added; the attitude of the people involved is changing. But through both the changing and consis- tent periods one thing remains: the unity of all of those involved. The teachers are 4 WE'VE GOT IT always there to help the students. The homework parties and study sessions will never cease. There will always be people supporting people at White River. The fans will continue their loyalty to the hardworking sports teams. In re- turn, the athletes will try their har- dest to achieve victory for their school. Beyond the unity as a Stu- dent Body, there are many smaller groups that come together at differ- ent times during the year. Each one of these groups has a similar, im- portant function to promote in- volvement, friendships, and pro- vide a sense of belonging. These smaller groups are diversified clubs, sports, and committees, as well as the Student Council. The most important part of the unity at our school is not found in the large groups, it is the personal relationships that are created here. It is the respect and friendship that we build. A real sense of belonging is achieved when a person can be- come involved in a group level, as well as a personal level. White River High School has a special UNITY. With a wide vari- ety of students and a diversity of interests. We have come together on all levels to promote involve- ment, friendship, and belonging. Because of the people found here, our school has something to offer everyone, and everyone has some- thing to offer our school.

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Jeff Cawley looks astonished by what Lena Bevaart and Todd Boies have to say at our second pep assembly. WE YE GOT IT 3 Jason Desmul lends a hand to escort a friend back from a pep assembly. Freshmen, Darcy Justice, Heather Stopperan, and Tina Gamache. know that to survive high school, you have to stick together. White River High School, an average high school: the bustle in the corridors, exchanging of hello , taking of notes; what makes it spe- cial? THE PEOPLE! Friendship is the core of our spirit, cheering for each other at games, activi- ties, and in personal life. Closeness, politeness, openness are all present, yes, all of these combine to represent our student body. The people of White River create the atmosphere; it's success. Our enthusiasm is built by the teachers and students. Even with 690 students. White River still seems small, closeknit, or a family of people, most of whom have grown together since kindergarten. We've grown, matured, and supported each other and this is the origin of the lasting friendships. There's a sense of security and comfort, easygoing communica- tion. Cliques don't rule the campus individuals do. Respect has fostered a bond between strangers. White River has people: caring, fun-loving people working together and exemplifying the pride true to White River. Yes, we have something, a family; we have a lot, take a look . .j

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Christy Trullinger. Buffy Nicoletta, Chris McGee, Ami Smith, and Stefanie Weaver strengthen their friendship by hanging around together. At the first Pep Assembly, Seniors unite to celebrate the start of the school year. The closeness of the band this year makes them work as one. Friendship shines through■ Pam Maxwell helps Alicia Faultner celebrate her sixteenth birthday. WE’VE GOT IT 5