Traditions & Carnival

The Black and Gold 1977

Traditions

Long history provides rich heritage and staunch traditions

 As the oldest public school on Oahu, McKinley is rich in traditions. Among the stuanchest is Black and Gold Day, which commemorates President William McKinley's birthday on January 29.

 This year the choir sang the McKinley Code of Honor at the special assembly featuring guest speaker Mr. Bob Masuda on McKinley's heritage and the introduction of new principal Mr. Herbert Imanaka to the student body for the first time.

 Other traditions with long histories include commencement exercises on the front campus and refraining from walking on the oval out of respect for the president's statue.

 As long as McKinley endures, here traditions will likewise last.


Carnival

13th annual carnival falls in prosperous year

 McKinley High School's 13th Annual Carnival happened on the weekend of the Chinese New Year, February 18 and 19.

 According to the Chinese belief, the year 1977, or year of the snake, is one of prosperity, and truly it was.  With no rain clouds in sight, the carnival, which sometimes turns out in rain and mud, brought one of the bigger crowds, both young and old, in recent years.

 Screams and laughter could be heard amidst the noise of the power generators, as anxious carnival goers took on scary or amusing rides such as the Sizzler, Rock-n-Roll and Ferris Wheel.

 As smoke climbed to the sky, the aroma of huli-huli chicken, chili, undagi and other "ono" foods enticed the hungry.

 Ma's and Pa's Country Store gave shoppers a wide variety of bargains. Ceramics, clothes and plants were some items for sale.

 Another popular feature was the games tent, where the skilled or lucky could win stuffed animals, bottles of soda or various other prizes.

 The success of the carnival was not only determined by its patrons, but by the many who pulled together to supply the manpower -- whether actually working at the carnival itself or taking part in scrip presale drives or donating goods for sale.

 This, coupled with early planning and organization, made the 1977 carnival a prosperous one.

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70's Song - On and On

Stephen Bishop

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Daily Pinion1976 Oct 13

The Daily Pinion - Wednesday, October 13, 1976

Headlines:
Senior Class Game Ribbons On Sale Today
New Leaders Selected To Run Distinguinished Unit for 1976-77
County Store Begins Drive In November
homecoming...
Tough Tiger Defense Spearheads 14-0 Victory Over Golden Hawks
JV Shuts Out Kaimuki Bulldogs; For 3-1 Record
McKinley Bowlers Pin Riders, Now in Second Place After Bye

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Daily Pinion 1976

The Daily Pinion - Tuesday, October 12, 1976

Headlines:
PSAT/NMSQT Tickets on Sale To Sophomores
Art Teacher in One-Man Show In Gallery at Ala Moana Center
National Lunch Week
Boy Spikers Beat Mules, Govs...Girls Lose One, Win One
Junior Achievemnet Encourages Students To Manage Busines
TESOL Helps Foreign Students With English Language Problems
P.E. Students Register for Units

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Assemblies

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Assemblies

Homegrown, professional talent entertain MHSers

 Providing students with a break from classroom learning, assemblies became an almost weekly Friday ritual. Hard work and planning by the assembly committee, advised by Mr. James Nakamoto, resulted in a wide variety and abundance of talent by both professionals and amateurs.

 The first, a "Welcome Back" assembly, featured the student council members, class officers and drama students to welcome and orient old and newcomers alike.

 Theatrical productions included "The Me Nobody Knows," presented by members of the Honolulu Theater for Youth, which focused upon aims and goals in life, and sneak previews of McKinley Theater Groups' versions of broadway musicals "You're a Good Man, Charlie Brown," "Celebration," and "Hello, Dolly."

 Among the professional talent was a guest appearance by KKUA's disc jockey Kamasami Kong and the rock group "Gig," on an island-wide high school tour, and the Honolulu Symphony Orchestra under the direction of assistant conductor Sidney Rothstein. Both gave McKinleyites a taste of different cultural experiences.

 McKinley was not at a loss for talent; the majority of assemblies were put on by students. These included the annual Wind Ensemble I Pops Concert, an Aloha Week performance by the choir, and a song contest by clubs in December that helped the student body celebrate the coming Christmas holidays.

 Especially enjoyed by students and faculty was the "Rong Show," a talent contest patterned after TV's "Gong Show." Magic, song and slapstick comedy had the audience awed at times, or howling with delight.

 At year's end the annual Awards Assembly recognized outstanding students for their service and performance.

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70's Song - Night Fever

Bee Gees

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Daily Pinion 1976

The Daily Pinion - Friday, October 8, 1976

No One Else But The... Singular, Remarkable, Unique Charlie Brown
Introducing the Cast

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Daily Pinion 1976

The Daily Pinion - Friday, October 8, 1976

Headlines:
'There Is No Team Like The Best Team'
MTG Presents 'You're a Good Man Charlie Brown'
'It Take Money, Personnel'
About the Author
Tigers Challenge Struggling Hawks In a Must Win
Junior Game Tonight
Enrollment Now For Driver Ed.
Foosball Tournament (Doubles)

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Pep Rallies

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Pep Rallies

Varsity pep squad sparks unity, spirit and team support

 Pep rallies were a weekly Friday event during the football season and an added treat afterward for other various sports.

 Special surprises were in store for students like the zany antics of the seniorettes or the presentation of the Homecoming court. Class squads were also on hand during the respective class rallies.

 Held a lunch and activity periods, the pep rallies also featured members of McKinley's band who played the traditional rally favorites like "Peter Gunn" and "Horse" as well as new tunes such as "Express."

 But the main component of the rallies was the 1977 varsity pep squad, composed of six song leaders, five cheerleaders, a pep chairman and a drummer.

They participated in many events such as representing the country of Brazil in the Lion's International Parade, hostessing tournaments and participating in the Hula Bowl half-time. They also promoted the carnival at Ala Moana Shopping Center and the feeder schools, went caroling at Kaiser Hospital and planned an Easter service project at Waimano Home as well as supporting all the boys' and girls' sports activities and promoting school spirit at McKinley.

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70's Song - Dust in the Wind

Kansas

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Daily Pinion 1976

The Daily Pinion - Thursday, October 7, 1976

Headlines:
Science Club Starts Year With Clean-up, Picnic
Bookstore Opens for Businss
PTSA Tonight
Theatre Council Gives Mini-Reviews
Jayvees Take On Kaimuki Bulldogs This Afternoon
MHS-Leilehua
Mrs. Edralin Joins Business Ed

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Daily Pinion 1976

The Daily Pinion - Thursday, October 7, 1976

Headlines:
Science Club Starts Year With Clean-up, Picnic
Bookstore Open for Business
Theatre Council Gives Mini-Reviews
PTSA Tonight
Mrs. Edralin Joins Business Ed
Jayvees Take On Kaimuki Bulldogs This Afternoon
MHS-Leilehua (Football)

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Daily Pinion 1976

The Daily Pinion - Wednesday, October 6, 1976

Headlines:
4 Counselors Aid Immigrant Students
Student Council To Nominate For PTSA Office

MHS Tigers Fall To Hard-Running Mules 34-12
Sophs Picture Taking Today, Tomorrow
McKinley To Organize Outrigger Canoe Club

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Homecoming

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Homecoming

'Tiger Tracks' brings together old and newSpirit, memories, defeats and pride were all part of the 1976 Homecoming "Tiger Tracks." Planning began months before the final week, as the student body and alumni worked together to prepare for the annual fall festivities.

 In the gym, packed "to the max" with enthusiastic supporters, the varsity pep squads, past and present, performed and displayed their undying Tiger spirit. Coronation of the queen and introduction of the court highlighted this Homecoming pep rally. Reigning over the celebrations were Queen Patti Matayoshi and King Mark Matsumoto.

 A downpour of rain did not hinder the traditional bonfire which took place beside the bandroom, nor deter the turnout at what may become a new tradition -- a Homecoming dinner in the cafeteria.

 The rain continued to fall at the game the next day, and again did not dampen the hopes and fight of the crowd. Colorful tapestries were parade around the stadium while the Taikas performed a special routine during the halftime festivities.

 Victory seemed imminent until the final three minutes of the game when Farrington scored the last and deciding touchdown. The final score of 12-7 found many Tigers speechless and filled with mixed emotion, yet the predominant spirit of Homecoming and its meaning upheld the celebration mood.

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70's Song - We are the Champions

Queen

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Daily Pinion 1976

The Daily Pinion - Tuesday, October 5, 1976

Headlines:
Miss Sato Leaves Due To Decrease In Enrollment
Two Join Staff As Campus Security Aides
French/Spanish Club Meets on Thursday
Japanese Club Plans Activities

Dr. DeMello Demonstrates Hypnosis
Mick Bowling Team Takes On Riders This Afternoon

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Daily Pinion 1976

The Daily Pinion - Monday, October 4, 1976

Headlines:
Fall College Guidance Program Underway Tomorrow for Seniors
Sophomores, Juniors Sign Up For PSAT NMSQT
Junior Picture-Taking Today, Tomorrow

Girl Spikers Lose Opening Games; Boys Remain Undefeated
Cafeteria Offers Students Choices, Full Service Lunch
GAA Sponsoring Intramurals
Foosball Tournament

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Student Life...Traditional

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Student Life...traditional, unique

 Of the many events that make up Student Life, a large proportion was traditional, happening annually, while others were unique to 1976-77...

SEPTEMBER
The beginning of another school year and the frustration and confusion which naturally follow...Welcome Assembly for returnees and newcomers alike..the start of another football season accompanied by hopes and expectations...McKinley Pride Assembly... weekly pep rallies in the gym to muster enthusiasm and school spirit.

OCTOBER
The McKinley Theater Group opened its 1976-77 season with "You're a Good Man, Charlie Brown" and gave the student body a sneak preview...Leadership Camp, opened to student council, class officers and committee chairmen taught leading skills...Aloha Week Assembly featured the Choir...Taikas participated in the Aloha Week Parade...Miss McKinley contest was held for the first time at night in the auditorium...student picture taking for the Black and Gold.

NOVEMBER
Homecoming! Traditional activities such as pep rally, competitions, and bonfire were augmented by a homecoming dinner in the cafeteria...tapestries replaced the usual floats for a second year...Band presented its Pops Concert Assembly...Kaneda's Delicatessen was the site of the Junior Luau which featured its homegrown entertainment...selections made for the State Student
Conference.

DECEMBER
MTG unveiled its second production of the season, "Celeration"...candidate chosen for the Presidential Classroom...the Christmas Assembly closed out the academic year for 1976...Winter Prom, themed "Walk Close to Me" held at the Ilikai Hotel was the first major social function for all McKinleyites.

JANUARY
The resumption of school after the much needed winter recess...end of the second quarter and first
semester...Honolulu District Student Council Camp...Black and Gold Day celebrated President William McKinley's birthday.

FEBRUARY
Band presented its Winter Concert...the 13th annual McKinley Carnival featured dances on both
nights...MTG's las production, "Hello, Dolly" premiered.

MARCH
Sophomores celebrated their class day with a play and traditional Sophomore Banquet...ROTC paraded on William Wise Field...Troika of Bands in the auditorium...ending of the third quarter...Student Council celebrated "Crazy Week."

APRIL
Choir presented its Spring Concert..."Spring Fling" in the Student Council gym...the much awaited spring recess (otherwise known as Easter Vacation)...Junior Class Day marked by burgundy and white...May DAy Assembly took place in April...Student Council and classes held their elections.

MAY
Band's Wind Ensemble I and II presented their concerts...seniors celebrated their Class Day in red and white, a change from the previous two years...evening Awards Assembly for the second year in the Multi-Purpose Auditorium...S.C. exces set up new officers' orientation.

JUNE
The much anticipated moment for seniors finally arrived -- GRADUATION!...seniors marched in traditional cap and gown and heard entertainer Loyal Garner...Aloha Assembly and dance bade farewell to graduates.

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