The first class to start at Hazen High School when it opened in 1968 and graduate in 1972, is returning for its 40th class reunion this summer.

The class of ‘72 will celebrate from 6 p.m. to 11:30 p.m., Aug. 25 at Maplewood Greens, 4050 Maple Valley Hwy., in Renton.

The class numbered 381 people and so far 283 have been contacted for the reunion.

The school has changed quite a bit since the class of ‘72 walked the halls.

“We got our lunches by selecting entrees from a wall of vending machines,” said graduate Nancy Hash. “Driver’s education was during the school day, cost only $10, used a driving simulation trailer and freeway experience when speed limits were much higher.

Hash’s dad, Norm Hash, was the original vice principal and later principal of Hazen.

The gym, lunchroom and many areas of the school were not completely finished at the time, Hash said.

The new playfields, upper gyms, the auditorium and student common area where not a part of the original plan.

Hash remembers a lot of the political turmoil of 1972 and the fashions: platforms, hot pants, miniskirts, suede vests and boots and lots of hair.

For more information on the Hazen class of 1972 reunion visit www.reunionswithclass.com or call 425-644-1044, or 1-800-954-1044.