Beaver Bits
By C. David Hughbanks 54
 
May 18 at 3:30 p.m. in the school, the newly equipped weight room will be dedicated to Ballard's winningest coach, Henry Bendele '24. All athletes coached by Bendele are encouraged to attend. This incredible equipment for both boys and girls fitness was made possible by a generous gift from Vic Salvino '51, a Bendele basketball player. Foundation Trustee Dick Scheumann '52 has taken on the task of seeing how best we can construct the much awaited greenhouse/biotech facility. In the fall of 1998, 25 Ballard alums stepped forward with $1,000 apiece to finance the cement foundation and related utilities during the school construction all ideas, help and assistance is welcome, especially in funding this project, (206) 632-6607. Still looking for lost or forgotten Beaver trophies. Monty Holmes '49 has refurbished, reconstructed or recreated 215 historic trophies and 126 plaques. These gleaming tributes fill the cases along the gymnasium hallway. Check your garage or parents' attic. Got one? Call Monty, (206) 282-4934. Again, Zymogenetics steps forward: donated $26,000 of in-kind equipment and supplies for Ballard High's Biotech Academy over and above their original $3,500 commitment. Thank you Zymogenetics Oracle Corporation donated $12,000 worth of consulting service coordinating the installment of computer systems in the school. Hats off to longtime friend Ed Kincaid, owner of Ballard Printing in Crown Hill, for continued in-kind support of this Foundation's activities. Lots of big hugs and thanks to Connie Graebner who for three years continues to take phone messages and requests from our Foundation phone and makes sure they reach the right people to respond. Jocks and sox news: George Ervine '66 is interim NBA coach for the Detroit Pistons all proceeds from a fundraising golf tournament to honor Bill Lawrence '65 will be donated to Ballard's Maritime Studies program. Call Chair Pat Miller '65, (206) 684-0985 to register. Ballard grad Herb Johnson '53, retired in 1993 after 29 years with the Seattle Police Department, is serving as acting Seattle Chief of Police, heading up 1,200 rank and file police members. Johnson began his professional career as a school teacher following his studies at the Sorbonne in Paris. Our art committee continues to solicit works for the new school goal is to have the best art collection of any public school in Puget Sound to 1) use as study tools for art students, 2) instill appreciation of art in the everyday lives of all of our students and visitors, 3) select art that depicts the Ballard area, the demographics of the student body and its studies/programs and 4) where possible to recognize accomplished artists who are Ballard alums or who have lived or worked in the Ballard area. The collection includes works from artists were Ori Noble's students. Golden Beavers and the Foundation are petitioning the School Board to name the first floor meeting room The Ballard Beaver Alumni Room. Dorothy Gunderson Anderson '44 has donated a large marble table top and Max Hazlett artwork for the room. Golden Beavers are buying the chairs. Parents Debi Preston and Christie Spielman are co-chairing the 11th annual Ballard Beaver Bash to be held Oct. 27 at the Marina Club at Shilshole get on the mailing list or make reservations by calling (206) 521-3208. Charlie See '56, Art Olsen '63, Dick Kringle '54, Patti Brandon, and Vic Salvino '51 join the Foundation Board Alden Buckles '52 will be working with our endowment chair, Jeff Hanna '61, to see how Dollars for Scholars program might be integrated into our program Louise Ono, Ballard staff member, was named Activity Coordinator of the Year by Washington State Principals Association. Rhonda Aspen '75 and brother Karl Vietmeier '81 are coordinating the creation of Ballard High School Foundation website. More later. Foundation trustee Mary Banks is representing the Foundation on the principal selection committee. Our beloved Chuck Chinn's last day is June 30, 2000. And to you, Chuck Chinn, it's amazing what a breakfast with you five plus years ago on a cold, rainy November morning can do to a '54 alum. As it turned out, it was two years too early to be planning a closing event for the old school building. Ultimately, you allowed hundreds, if not thousands of alumni and former and present parents, neighbors and Ballard businesses to share in the dream of a new building, a new pride and standard within the students and faculty a renewed institution called Ballard High School. I recall a particular Today Show last fall when an internationally-recognized jazz recording artist said I wanted to be a member of the Franklin High School Jazz Band but my music teacher, Mr. Chinn, turned me down, telling me to go home and practice long and hard and then maybe I could re-apply a year of hard practice worked, Kenny G made the jazz band. Mr. Chinn, you have inspired a whole host of individuals to willingly work long and hard to see your vision become a reality after all this practice we all hope to qualify for your permanent band of lifelong friends thanks, Chuck the new Ballard is a tremendous place there is a sense of tremendous community accomplishment and future commitment all because of your devotion and leadership. Breaking News: The Seattle School District recently announced that David Engle will serve as BHS's new principal, beginning Fall 2000. Engle is currently principal of Interlake High School.


 
 
Ballard High School Foundation expenditures
Updated May, 2000
 
Staffing: $29,498.28; secretarial assistance, consultant. Postage: $11,426.89; three BHS Foundation Talismans 25,000 mailing list, Board and brochure mailings. Printing: $8,671.10; Foundation brochures, letterhead, envelopes, pledge cards, other printing. Events: $14,203.02; All-Class Reunion 4/3/97; Dedication 9/1/99; Open House Celebration 10/9/99. Newsletter/Talisman: $12,640.29; publication of three issues. Tiles: $42,742.10; purchase, installation and sealing of 2,150 tiles on The Beaver Trail) Ballard Beaver Bash: $1,438; seed money for 1999 Ballard Bash. Maritime Program: $10,468.60; teacher's salary for Maritime course. Art Committee: $22,922.08; artist-in-residence, Robert Maki paintings, photographs, art installation, Joe Reno '62 painting. History, Records, Traditions Committee: $1,383.31; principals' pictures, historical research for tiles and Wall of Recognition. Technology Committee: $54,360.55; computer servers and other equipment, in-kind technical support. Performing Arts Committee: $18,538.77; Band uniforms, sound system, Intiman artist-in-residence, sheet music, podium. Athletics: $75,291.38; weight room, football, basketball, golf and volleyball. Academic Excellence: $80,031.21; microscopes/bio-tech supplies/bio-tech software, books, Oxford dictionary for Library, greenhouse pad, tutoring program. Miscellaneous: $5,439.00; office supplies, taxes, insurance, filing fees, photographs, telephone.


 
 
What we've accomplished
By Camden M. Hall, president Ballard High School Foundation
 
Part of the honor of serving as President of the Ballard High School Foundation is working with so many dedicated people. These are people who have unselfishly given time and money to make the new Ballard High School even better. Aside from serving as a thank you to all who have supported the Foundation for the past two years, I write to give you a brief report of what we have done and where your Foundation is planning to go in the coming few years. After you have read the following, please take a few minutes to let me know how we are doing as stewards of your money and as supporters of Ballard High School. I can be reached at hallc@msn.com. I am also in the Seattle phone book. Formed in 1997, the Ballard High School Foundation was created to support the students, faculty and administration of the school and help enrich the school's programs and activities. At present, we have over 50 people who are consistently active in the work of the Foundation, including the special contributions of Vice President Dick Lee '61, and our slightly paid but very valuable consultant, Janet Rodgers. More are invited to help. In the past two and one-half years, more than 2,700 people have contributed over $500,000 in cash and in-kind donations. These gifts have ranged from a generous cash contribution of $50,000 from alumnus Victor Salvino '51, to donations of just a few dollars from many others. Over 2,700 engraved tiles have been purchased for the Beaver Trail. It is fun to watch people study the tiles looking for their own and reflecting on the names on others. More purchasers are needed, but we have made a very good start on the Beaver Trail. Significantly, over 155 of you have contributed $1,000 or more and have, therefore, become members of our premier Millennium Club. Other generous individual gifts have been made by, for example, Nancy Strand Harbert '52, Robert D. Johnson '39, Dick Lee '61, Robert and Dee Ann Engelsen Maki '56, Norma Bergquist Davis '39, Jeffrey D. Hanna '61, Frederick Nelson '35, Donald P. '56 and Melissa Nielsen, Dorothy M. Gunderson Anderson '44, L. Monty '49 and Shirlee Holmes, Vivienne Palmason '36, Erik Stangvik '78, Judy Olson Rikansrud '58, Joanne Wilson, Margaret '42 and Richard Pryne, Elizabeth M. Tennant and Peter L. Maier, and the Bill Lawrence '65 Golf Tournament. Generous corporate donors include Immunex Corporation, Ballard Printing, ZymoGenetics, Inc., Oracle Corporation, Viking Bank, The Nelson Automotive Group, GM Nameplate, Safeco and the Washington State Arts Commission. We also recently received a grant from The City of Seattle's Department of Neighborhoods to help us purchase an important work of art for the school by Joe Reno '62. Your contributions to the Foundation, which is also supported by the Alliance for Education in Seattle, have made it possible to:
 

-		Install a first class weight room at the school
-		Buy necessary athletic uniforms
-		Buy new high-tech microscopes and computers for the school
-		Replace the school's old band uniforms
-		Provide necessary tools for the school's Bio-Tech Academy
-		Help underwrite the school's Youth Maritime Training Association teacher
-		Lay the groundwork for a greenhouse at the school
-		Buy art for the school
-		Establish a Wall of Recognition honoring distinguished school graduates
-		Improve the school's auditorium sound system
-		Help finance a tutoring program
-		Produce the Foundation's Talisman
-		Purchase dozens of other needed items that the school would not have had but for your generosity.

In general, we have spent about $55,000 on administrative costs, $71,000 to facilitate raising additional money, $263,000 on school programs and activities and we still have over $200,000 in the bank. Our goal is to keep administrative costs at around ten per cent. The Foundation has also facilitated the naming of the Earl Kelly Performing Arts Center, the Coach Henry Bendele Weight Room, the Richard N. J. Lee Gymnasium, the Ballard Beaver Alumni Room and the John Stanford Library. This is a summary of what we have done and what we are doing. Now, what about the future? More of the same! The Officers and the Board of Trustees of the Foundation are highly motivated. We have set a goal of raising an additional $200,000 by the end of this year. This is part of a larger fundraising campaign the Board is considering to raise a new $1.5 million by the end of 2003. If successful, these funds will support a $1 million Endowment Fund for perpetual use by the school, the construction of a greenhouse, athletics, various school programs, more new computers for students and staff, video equipment, more art and the funding of 1001 other projects. So, as you can see, our job is just beginning. As a result, we need your help more than ever!


 
 
Endowment could fund BHS forever
By Jeff Hanna '61, Chair, Fundraising Committee
 
The Ballard High School Foundation Board has decided to establish an endowment fund to support Ballard High School in perpetuity. Each year, the income from the fund would be available to augment the monies raised in annual fund drives. Additionally, special purpose funds could be set up to support specific needs. Endowment funds have several advantages and, as a result, they have been established by many schools including several in the Seattle Public School District as well as by most universities. Endowment funds are attractive for major gifts or for bequests, where donors wish to have their dollars work forever, rather than to benefit just a particular class year. Endowment funds are ideal vehicles to support long-term or multi-year projects, because they provide an assured source of funding. Endowment funds can be invested for the long term, and may therefore earn higher rates of return, thereby increasing the funds available to Ballard. An endowment fund provides naming opportunities to honor major donors, or major contributors to the success of Ballard High School. The Foundation has also asked the Golden Beavers to consider serving as co-sponsors of an Endowment Fund. In the long run, Ballard High School will be best served by a broad range of fundraising vehicles. In the future, we also anticipate the establishment of vehicles in the area of planned giving, which will provide tax and estate-planning advantages. The Foundation's fundraising committee is spearheading the effort. Members include Jeff Hanna '61, Victor Salvino '51, Jim Vatn '62 and Patti Brandon. Anyone interested in contributing to the endowment should contact the Foundation office, (206) 521-3208.


 
 
A Tribute to the Head Beaver
By Janet Rodgers
 
It was obvious from the start that Charles G. Chuck Chinn would be a great principal for Ballard High School. During the interview process, he stood head and shoulders above the rest of the candidates. When Chuck came aboard, parents were attempting to ensure that BHS students received the best high school education and experience possible. Chuck immediately supported the parents' efforts, repeatedly attending meetings for fundraisers and other school projects. He never missed a meeting. He joined the Ballard Rotary, Lions and Chamber of Commerce. He spoke to community clubs. He always represented BHS positively. He developed a strong relationship with the Golden Beavers, which has endured because they knew he was one hundred per cent for BHS. He always was willing to figure out a way to get something done. It was never no but let's try it this way. That is how so much was accomplished. Chuck was the leader. He represented the students' and the faculty and staff's interests at every turn. They always came first. He was not hesitant to give us his opinion and his guidance. He saw the big picture, never to exclude any one or any group. He was inclusive. Chuck had an incredible ability to find and hire the most capable, talented teachers. He was clever and creative, always following the rules, but able to make the outcome benefit BHS. His results have enhanced the academic achievement at BHS. Chuck has worked very hard for BHS. When he started his tenure, not only was the building old and dilapidated, but morale was low. He was brilliant in the way he was able to keep spirited parents, the school district, his faculty, staff and students all working together for a common goal: The best for Ballard High School. Chuck led the charge for a new BHS. Few can imagine how many meetings with the District, architects, and the community Chuck attended to get the new school built. He led tour after tour of the school while it was under construction; always representing BHS, always proud to be a Beaver! Chuck had a dream of BHS someday having its own Foundation. In 1997, he saw that dream become a reality. Not only does he attend all the Foundation's meetings and events, but he is also a big part of why the Foundation has been so successful. So thank you, Principal Charles G. Chinn, for all you have accomplished for Ballard High School. All the Beavers through all the years thank you for a job well done. We could not have achieved our success without you as our Head Beaver.


 
 
Honoring Earl Kelly:
Performing Arts Center will immortalize him
By Erik Stangvik '78
 
As a Ballard High School graduate of 1978, I was one of the many students who had the privilege and honor of being taught, impassioned and mentored by Mr. Earl Kelly. Earl Kelly was the head of Ballard's drama department from 1953 to 1987, a tenure of 34 years. Throughout those years, Mr. Kelly did more than teach. The man challenged, inspired and empowered his students, and he did it with love and humor. The lessons he taught extended far beyond the halls of Ballard High School, for they were lessons of hard work, motivation and passion. My personal reflections of the impact Mr. Kelly had on my life are not uncommon. In fact, there is story after story, from students, parents and teachers, of the enormous influence he had and continues to have on so many of us. My life would not have been as rich and full, had it not been for this man whom I consider my hero and mentor. It is out this respect and gratitude that the Seattle School Board and the Ballard High School Foundation are honoring Earl Kelly's life work by naming the new Baallard High School Performing Arts Center, The Earl Kelly Performing Arts Center, immortalizing his contributions to our community. Please join us Sunday, May 21, at 7 p.m. in the Ballard High School Theater for the dedication. For those wishing to make a contribution to the Earl Kelly Performing Arts Center, send your donation to: The Ballard High School Foundation/EKPAC, 6413 Seaview Ave NW, Seattle, WA 98107.


 
 
Students flock to BHS John Stanford Library
By Sue Weiss, BHS Librarian
 
Build it and they will come. This has certainly been true of Ballard High School and the John Stanford Library. We are very proud that the library was named in memory of Mr. Stanford, who was present at the groundbreaking for the new building and promoted reading throughout the city. And the students have certainly come to the new library. In September, we averaged over 300 students a day; usage has increased to 400 and 500 students a day. Our highest day was 587 people using the library. The new library is gorgeous light and airy. On the walls, there are beautiful photographs of the old building. We also have some wonderful art work a Hansen print, a Jacob Lawrence print, a Gladys Knight print, Robert Maki work and original sculpture. The students love to sit in the window seats and read. This is the most popular seat during lunchtime. The new computers in the main area are also full at lunchtime. The classroom computer lab is becoming operational. The lab was set up in February with Internet connections and the full Microsoft Office Suite. We need printers to finish it, though. All of the new computers in the building came without printers; the main library area is the only place to print. On a heavy day, we use an entire ink cartridge. If we were to do that every day, the ink bill would almost consume the entire library budget! And we've also started working on the TV studio. Students Brian Spielman and Rosie Dixon, music teacher Chris Angelos, drama teacher Michael Adams and I had TV studio training in April. We discovered, however, that some essential pieces had not been included in the plans cables and a communication system between the studio and control room. We could also use another tripod, a VCR for master taping and some microphones. It's a bare bones system right now. We'll work to fill in those gaps. We appreciate the support of the Foundation this past year. One alum gave $5,000 which was restricted to print materials. With it we bought the 22-volume Oxford English Dictionary which was requested by the Language Arts Department. With other funds, we bought a Mavica camera to produce pictures for the Ballard High School home page.


 
 
Foundation Newsbriefs
Institute sets course for maritime careers
By Barry Hawley '57
 
In support of a Ballard Marine Institute, the BHS Foundation made a $10,500 grant to Ballard High School to pay the salary of teacher John Foster for the second semester survey course Introduction to the Maritime Industry. Twenty five students are enrolled in the course and are learning about maritime technology, economics, culture and history. Students receive first rate classroom presentations by maritime educators and practitioners as well as field trips to vital marine facilities in the Seattle area. Principal Chuck Chinn is highly supportive of this program noting that he believes we have now set the proper course for establishing a foundation for a maritime career pathway at Ballard High School which, hopefully, we may continue to expand in future years. Plans are currently being made for the 2000-01 school year which include doubling the size of the program. The Youth Maritime Training Association, a non-profit corporation and sponsor of the Maritime Career Exploration Course at Ballard High School, has asked the Foundation for continued support next year by continuing to fund the teacher's salary. If you wish to support this program, donations can be made to Ballard High School Foundation earmarked specifically for Ballard Marine Institute. For example, there was a $3,000 donation In Memory of Bill Lawrence '65 raised through the Bill Lawrence Golf Tournament which was organized by Pat Miller '65 in order to support a maritime-based program at Ballard High School.


 
 
Tutoring program needs volunteers The BHS Foundation's Academic Excellence Committee, chaired by Linda Ellingboe '65, has been working with BHS in setting up a tutoring program. A grant of $2,500 from the Foundation helped fund David Roberts, the tutor coordinator. David is currently getting his Masters at Seattle Pacific University and this job has provided valuable work experience for him. There are 25 tutors actively tutoring 30 students in the subjects of math, science, biology, language arts, history, Spanish and German. The tutoring is one-on-one 95 % of the time, but occasionally two students will work with one tutor if the students are near the same level of work. Currently there is a need for tutors in math and science. Tutors usually meet their students at 2:30 p.m. in the school's Library and tutor a minimum of 45 minutes, usually longer. A minimum time commitment should be three to six months with a full school year being the optimum time frame. Anyone interested in giving their time to tutor should contact David at (206) 706-5872 ext. 1112. This can be a very rewarding experience and also makes a tremendous impact on a student's academic life.


 
 
A round of golf will support athletics
By Maggie Murphy '69, Athletics Committee Co-Chair
 
The Third Annual Fort Lewis Golf Tournament will be held Friday, July 28, 2000, with a shotgun start of 144 golfers scheduled for 1:00 p.m. This tournament benefits Ballard High School athletic teams. Last year, the event netted nearly $7,000; tournament organizers hope to top $10,000 with this year's tournament. Included in the $125/person entry fee is a box lunch, a prime rib dinner, greens fees, range balls and a cart. Hole sponsorships are $100. This event is expected to sell out; a hole sponsorship will guarantee your foursome a spot. Donations for prize winners, raffle and silent auction items are greatly appreciated in order to make this event successful. All donations, and a portion of the entry fees, are tax deductible. For information or to reserve your spot, call (206) 252-1000 or (425) 228-3403.


 
 
Seven BHS seniors awarded Golden Beaver Scholarships
By Audrey Jarvis Walloch '37
 
In April, the Golden Beavers awarded seven scholarships to graduating BHS seniors. Four awards were given to students planning to attend four-year colleges, two awards were given to students planning to go to community college or technical/trade schools. In addition, this year, a specially funded music scholarship was awarded in memory of T. Stewart Smith, a former Ballard High School teacher and band director in the 1930sÐ40s. This year's scholarship recipients are Kristi Aamodt, Melanie Gatherers, Sarah Hafner, Joe Scheiber, Kyle Moore, Angela McCaw and Rose Sisk (Music). These students are very focused on their future education and talented in many fields. They have been active in school and community functions as well as excelled in academic achievements. Their enthusiasm is most rewarding to the Scholarship Committee. Since 1988, the Golden Beavers have awarded 66 scholarships, amounting to more than $115,000, to graduating BHS seniors. The funds are received as scholarship donations, memorial donations or other funds. The 2000 Scholarship Committee members are Audrey Jarvis Walloch '37, June Backlund Holden '39, Henning Knudson '42, Electa Skeie Hendricks '40, Ragnar Ray Dahl '37, John Wick '43, Carolyn Heck Haga '36 and Joyce Pladsen Rasmussen '46.


 
 
Victor Salvino '51 makes a difference
By Janet Rodgers
 
This weight room means a lot to me because I've been lifting for four years on those old, dirty, messed up weights that were all crammed in a stinky old gym and it's nice to work out on new weights that work. I'm very glad somebody cared enough to donate all that money toward us it shows me that someone cares. ÐJoey Scheiber '00 And Victor Salvino, Class of 1951, did care. He donated $50,000 to the Foundation to completely furnish the new weight room in memory of his former coach, Henry A. Bendele '24. He also has pledged to maintain the weight room to keep it in its new, state-of-the-art condition. This is the largest single donation the Foundation has received to date and we thought we would share some information about Victor with you. In September 1951, Victor went to work for Kenworth Truck Company. He started as a mail boy. One year later, he advanced to the credit department. In 1959, Kenworth transferred him to Dallas, Texas, as the credit manager. He was appointed branch manager in 1966 and general manager in 1967. By 1974, he was elected president of the dealership and in 1979 he purchased the dealership now known as Texas Kenworth Company. He sold the dealership and retired in 1998. During his career, he was active in community service and in industry associations. He was honored as Truck Dealer of the Year for 1980. Victor married Gladys Joan Victor (Franklin High School '50) in 1952, and found time to raise five children and enjoy 15 grandchildren. They all reside in the Dallas area. The Foundation is honored to have Victor as one of its newest members. As Victor put it so well, Coach Henry Bendele was my basketball coach and provided needed discipline after my father died when I was 14. Coach Bendele was a strong force for all of his student athletes, demanding but fair. I considered him the equivalent of a Knute Rockne or Vince Lombardi at the high school level. His coaching record is legendary for the era that he coached. It is a privilege to return to Ballard High School and be a part of all the exciting things that are being put in place at the new school. My reward has been the gratification expressed by so many student athletes who have participated in various activities that have been scheduled for the Coach Henry A. Bendele Weight Room. A dedication ceremony for the Coach Henry A. Bendele Weight Room is planned for May 18 at 3:30 p.m. in the weight room. Everyone is invited to come and meet Coach Bendele's daughters and share wonderful memories with Victor, former athletes, students and coaches. Please RSVP by calling (206) 521-3208.


 
 
A student's perspective:
Life in the new Ballard
By Kristi Aamodt '00, Senior Class President
 
As a freshman at Ballard High School in the fall of 1996, I knew that my fellow members of the Class of 2000 and I were in for a completely different high school experience than any other class before us. We had the unique opportunity to be a part of each stage of the process of getting the new Ballard built. We were at the old school for one year, Lincoln for two, and now finally in the new building for our senior year. We were the last class to be part of the rallies and protests to get the new school. We appreciate the new school because we understand the hard work that was put into getting it. We were right there too, fighting for what we believed in. After two years in Wallingford, we are now in a wonderful new school. It is so beautiful. When the sun illuminates the halls through the windows, shining light everywhere, it is absolutely incredible. We no longer have to worry about asbestos, ceiling tiles falling or the building crumbling in an earthquake. Though I admit out of habit I suppose I am still cautious about drinking out of the water fountains. The new building is also much better equipped with the tools necessary for a school in the 21st century. There is a biotechnology program and new computer labs but there are also many things that the school still needs. The classrooms are wired for internet use but few classrooms actually have more than three computers. There is a TV studio where students can create their own broadcasts and air them on a closed-circuit television system throughout the school; unfortunately, it's not up and running yet. But Ballard is still an outstanding place to go to school. Through the move from the old school to the new one, the thing that has remained constant has been the Ballard spirit and pride. It is true that it is not a building that makes a school, but it sure is nice to have one so spectacular to call our own.


 
 
Our goal: 3,000 tiles sold by August
By Ann Bowden
 
Is your name engraved in stone yet? If not, now is the time to do it. As part of our contract with the tile company, the Foundation must sell a total of 3,000 engraved tiles by August in order to avoid a penalty ($2 per tile) for each tile. Thus we can save $6,000 by simply meeting the goal. To date, we have sold 2,700 engraved tiles through your energy and support. We need one more push to purchase at least 300 more beaver tiles and get more of your tracks on the Beaver Trail! Engraved tiles make great graduation gifts, birthday and anniversary gifts, teacher recognition gifts and gifts in memory of someone. If your class is having a reunion, fill a pad with names of your classmates it only takes 144 tiles! There is even a way to get a complimentary tile join the Millennium Club! Three thousand is only a beginning; we have space at BHS to accommodate thousands more Beaver tiles. Golden Beaver Erling Lund '43 suggested paying tribute to our missing Ballard men and women who died in service to our country in overseas conflicts by buying them tiles. No matter what the conflict was, we should honor these individuals who gave their lives to preserve our way of life. Give individually or in groups to purchase tiles for these heroes from our school. The Foundation's Tile Committee Chair Jon Setter '54, and Committee member Charlie See '56, are excited about this special idea and will coordinate this project to ensure proper recognition will be given to these fallen veterans. If you have not stopped by Ballard to see the first installation, do so. You will be inspired and impressed. The students have been overwhelmed with pride by the number of tiles installed and the names and years of graduation on the tiles. It creates a wonderful history of tradition. So fill out the form on page 8 today and mail it in with your payment the more Beaver tiles the better!


 
 
Twelve grads named to BHS Wall of Recognition
By Dick Mitchell '51
 
History, Records and Traditions Committee For the past year, the History, Records and Traditions Committee has been working hard seeking nominations of outstanding BHS graduates to be honored on a new Wall of Recognition. At the December 1999 meeting of the BHS Foundation Board, 12 Ballard grads were elected as the initial class to be inducted. Photos and mini-biographies will be mounted on the first floor lobby wall in the new building. The Committee is now seeking nominees for the next round of voting. Candidates must have graduated from Ballard at least 25 years ago (although in special circumstances, this requirement may be waived) and must have achieved prominence in one of the following careers or areas: education, business, science, the military, the arts, politics, athletics and public service. Donations to the Foundation will not be a factor in the selection process. Nominations are due May 31, 2000. To nominate someone, use the form below. Nominations must clearly state the reasons for considering the proposed candidate Nominees will be researched and screened by the committee prior to submitting recommendations to the full Board. To be admitted to the Wall of Recognition, nominees must receive at least 60% approval of those present at the voting. Congratulations to those nominated in this inaugural round: Henry Bendele '24 As a student, Bendele won All-City honors in baseball and football. He began teaching and coaching at BHS in 1938. His teams won championships in football in 1940, '47, '51 and '56. In addition, his basketball teams won city championships in 1943 and '50. During his coaching years, he had the record for most wins of any coach in the Seattle School District's history. A 1933 graduate of WSU, he has also been inducted in the WSU Football Hall of Fame. Arnold Bjorklund '36 In 1944, President Franklin D. Roosevelt presented Bjorklund with the Congressional Medal of Honor for heroism for service to his country in World War II in Italy in 1943. Arne Bystrom '45 An architect, Bystrom has received 30 awards for design excellence, including two national AIA awards. He has been published world wide and featured on the covers of numerous magazines. John Creighton '61 A graduate of the U.S. Naval Academy, Creighton flew 175 combat missions before spending 14 years with NASA, where he orbited the earth 290 times. He is currently the 737 technical pilot for Boeing. Paul Enquist '73 A mechanical engineer, Enquist won an Olympic Gold Medal in men's double sculling during the 1984 Olympic Games. Bob Flick '56 Flick is a founding member of the Brothers Four, a folk singing group which recorded and toured all over the world, including performances at the Kennedy inauguration and in the White House under Presidents Johnson and Nixon. He currently has his own writing/production company in the Seattle area. Earl Johnson '37 Johnson pitched for the Boston Red Sox from 1940-50, with a break for distinguished military service during World War II. During the war, he received the Bronze and the Silver Stars for serving in France, Belgium and Holland. Don Nielsen '56 Nielsen was co-owner of the Hazleton Corporation, the world largest contractor in biomedical and chemical research, where he served as CEO. He is currently a Seattle School Board member and has given generously to Seattle Public Schools. Alice Gregor Rooney '43 Rooney has served as executive director of the Glass Arts Society, director of the Pilchuck Glass Company and executive director of the Society of Arts of Seattle and the Allied Arts Foundation. Jean Smart '69 One of the stars of the television show Designing Women, Smart has worked on and off Broadway in New York and has had numerous roles on television. She has also been active in the American Diabetes Association and the World Wildlife Fund. Karsten Solheim '31 As an engineer for GE, Solheim invented the rabbit ears. He took up golf in 1954. Disgusted with his putting, he invented the Ping Putter. His corporation employs 2,000 employees. James Walsh '42 Walsh was a member of the Columbia University faculty from 1954-90, where he served as the director of the Philosophy Department's graduate program. In addition, he was a Rhodes Scholar in 1949, a Ford Foundation Fellow in 1958 and a Guggenheim scholar in 1966. He served in the U.S. Army in 1943-45 in Europe, where he received the purple heart.


 
 
Wanted: Old Talismans
The History, Records and Traditions Committee is seeking to complete the volumes of past Talismans. If you have or know of any which can be borrowed or donated, please contact the committee at (206) 521-3208.


 
 
New weight room pays tribute to Coach Henry Bendele '24
By Mick McDonald, BHS PE Department
 
September 1, 1999, dedication day for our new Ballard High School. The formalities were over and people were inspecting the new school. I heard a voice behind me say, Where is the weight room? I looked around and saw Victor Santa Claus Salvino for the first time in my life. Follow me, I said and we proceeded through the weight room door. I remember apologizing for the dilapidated and antiquated equipment occupying the room. He then introduced himself and said he had attended Ballard in 1951 and played football for the legendary Coach Henry Bendele. As we viewed our sad looking facility, he said he would like to help equip our new weight room. What a sense of excitement I felt! We located BHS Foundation officers Dick Lee and Janet Rodgers and football coach Dan Scheller. The wheels were turning now! Within days, Mr. Salvino donated $50,000 to the BHS Foundation, designated for weight room equipment. All of the new equipment arrived just before Christmas. What a Christmas present! The weight room is in action from 6:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Class periods 1-5 feature weight training classes; period 6 features a lifetime sports class exclusively for the girls. After school, the weight room is open for all students and staff and is under the direction of Coach Darin Daniels. Darin served as designer on this project and is to be commended for the outstanding job he has done. He also is working with any varsity teams who want to utilize his weightlifting expertise. This gift from Mr. Salvino was given in tribute to his former coach, Henry Bendele. He referred to Coach Bendele as his mentor and father figure during his high school years. It's been 49 years since then but obviously Mr. Salvino never forgot his roots at BHS. He has given back in a big way for the memories of his high school days. A recognition placque to Coach Bendele will be placed at the entrance to the weight room. Just as Coach Bendele touched many lives during his time, so has Mr. Salvino, with his magnanimous generosity and altruistic love for BHS and its students. Thank you, Victor, from the bottom of our hearts.

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