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CHEMAWA AMERICAN Home of the BRAVES since 1880 MAY 24,1983 VOLUME 77, Number 5 Chemawa Indian High School, Salem, Or 97305 SENIOR CLASS PREPARES TO FACE NEWER WORLDS By Ms. LaCroix As 1982-83 draws to a mo ment's sunlit« memory we would like to recognize the graduates, our senior class of 1983. t We wish them lives of pro sperity, happiness, peace, and success in fulfilling the dreams they have just begun to envi sion. We will miss you and the laughter you gave us. We will feel the void that is left, but will celebrate the honor that you brought to our school and will continue to bring to our people. Don't forget RESPECT-that which you were bom into, and that which you radiate and are called to by being alive. Do not forget H O N O R--that which was given to you by so many in your life, and that which you gave, and all that you will bring in the years ahead. To our departing seniors and the wealth of presence you leave behind: LOOK FOR WARD IN FAITH, AND BACKWARDS WITH LOVE. A special congratulations to the graduating class of 1983! B renda A liff, T a y lo r A b ra h a m , Isaa c A llen , M ad o n n a A pple, B arry Bighorn, Shelley BigKnife, Kathy Bill, Douglas Bob, Gar ret Briere, Ronald Briere, Travis Brockie, Monty Cagey, James C ochran, M elody C ra w fo rd , D w ay n e CreeMedicine, DeeAnn Deon, Roger DeSoto, Barney Dixey, Tom Edwards, Angela Even son, Audrey Hatten, Joe Hillaire, Mary Jim, Myron Jim, R a p h ae l Jo h n n ie , Raphaella Johnnie, Joseph An dy Jones, Patti Kezar, Patrick Lane, Judy Launer, Michelle Leneaugh, Romaine Marshall, Kelly Jo McGraw, Alice Min- (hom, Candace Moran, Ross Pond, Minerva Porcupine, Michelle Radcliff, M arla Ridesatthedoor, Byron Samp son, Eva Sandoval, William Schaaf, Sabina Shipman, Brett Stearns, LaVonne Stump, Tracy Swimptkin, Marie Tahmälawash, Basil Tanner, Marvin Tidzutnp, Forrest Tin dall, Phoebe .Tindall, Phyllis Tomeo, Karen Ward, Nancy Ward, Gabriel Wells, Joe W ilb u r an d A n to in e tte W ynecoop. Student Council Officers Assume Positions for 83-84 By Ms. LaCroix "Elections were not held this year due to lack of competi tion," said new student body president Monte Munyan, Athebascan. Those that did, ran uncontest- ed^so received the position. Student Council executive ^officers for the 1983-84 school year are Monte Munyan, pres ident; Joanne Lane, acting treasurer, from Lummi, Rhon da Beboe, secretary; and Ruth Paul is Sgt. at Arms. ^Public installation of these officers and those yet to fill vacancies will be done at the beginning of the school year. "I hope to work with every one for the betterment of Chemawa. I want to develop teamwork and positive atti tudes and make next year the "YEAR OF THE STUDENT," concluded Munyan. RUTH PAUL MONTE MUNYAN President Throughout the third week of April, students interested in running for offices were to turn in their names, but not many students came through. Senior Calendar of Activities SUNDAY, MAY 22: Ecumenical Service and Brunch, 10 a.m. in Rec. Center Sponosred by Fr. John and Sr. Laurita All seniors and staff invited. TUES. & WED., May 24-25: FINALS WEDNESDAY, May 25: 5 p.m. Dinner at McNarry Rest, for seniors, parents and advisors 4 p.m. Picnic/Bar-B-Q/Potluck for all students on campus, parents and staff 7 p.m. BÀCCALAUREATE 9 p.m. - midnight — Dance in the Longhouse 10 p.m. — Intermission -r- Mr. Bighorn's Slide show for parents Midnight: Breakfast in dining hall 1 a.m. Senior Awards FRIDAY, May 27: 8 a.m. Coffee and rolls in dining halls with parents, seniors and alumni 10 a.m. - GRADUATION (seniors report at 9:30) 1 p.m. Dorm checkout Evening activities will be for alumni and reunion for the Class of 1933 - 50 Year Reunion begins « RHONDA GEBOE CHEMAWA STUDENTS CONFIRMED "I'm impressed with today's young people, their dedica tion, and the challenges facing them. I am impressed with their preparation in learning to meet those challenges," said Catholic Bishop Steiner during the Confirmation Mass held May 19 at Chemawa. In the history of the school this may be the second time such a prestigious ceremony has been held here. 8 p.m. Cake and coffee at dining hall for seniors, parents and teachers THURSDAY, May 26: JOANNE LANE ' Special words of apprecia tion go to this’year's officers, especially ASB president Gar ret Brier who will be graduat ing. We would like to thank him for his outstanding efforts and energies this year. He weathered the changes, work ed hard,' and helped make Chemawa a stronger school. We Wish him success always. SCHOOL BOARD TO MEET Members of the School Board will celebrate the class reunion of 1933, the gradua tion of the class of 1983, and efforts of students and staff members to make this a year of growth and change as they come to Chemawa May 25-27 for their regular meetings. Chemawa students and staff members extend a hearty welcome to the School Board members, and w ords of gratitude for their continued • interest and support in making Chemawa one of the finest boarding schools in the na tion. & Michelle Leneaugh, a senior and Rosebud Sioux, Sheryl Pakootas of the Colville Tribe, Maria Quincy from the Chip pewa Tribe, and Gizelie Kellum of the N orthern Cheyenne Tribe were confirm ed along with three girls from he com m unity, and ten students from Fairview—one of the state residential homes for the mentally retarded. Chemawa students have been working with sister Laurita for over 12 weeks in preparation for this rite of passage. "It is a time of celebration now that all the hard work is over," said Sister Laurita. "You are a gifted people. You are now called to accept the challenges of love, to be messengers of the Good News, prophets of hope and joy, and ambassadors of peace . . . The gifts you receive tonight make you active and adult members in the church," said Bishop S te in e r. Liturgical music for the ser vice was provided by Ms. LaCroix, Mrs. Emstrom, Don Holt of W oodburn, and assisted by Theresa Jacobsson. Ms. LaCroix presented a special slide show set to the music, 'Tootsie" as a medita tion and a way to show the changes the candidates were undergoing. The evening concluded with a reception and refreshments. Class of 1953 Holds 50 Year Reunion In the bringing together of the young and old, the dreams are much the same. As thé class of 1983 holds its com mencement exercises this weekend former Chemawa graduates from the class of 1933 have been asked to share in both ceremonies/ those honoring their class of 50 years ago, and this year's graduates. The Chemawa community welcomes them and their families back home. We have tried to remember the honor you left us and instill that in the young people who gradu ate today. We commend your dedication and love for Chemawa — for the red and black, and want you to know you are always welcome here, a home that remains support ive and concerned for your dreams then and now. , Alumni are welcomed and encouraged to participate in the activities planned. Please see front page schedule. Congratulations to those who show respect for the life of the circle and .return again to share their experience.
