I was thinking of other films you might want to watch for "research" about high school in the 1980s. I definiately recommend the original "Footloose" movie with Kevin Bacon, as it deals with a transfer student to rural Bible-Belt America in the mid-80s. (Re-make about to be released - <<shudder>> not so much.) Take into account that the no-dancing rule was rare (although I did know of a real town that had implemented it, so not so far fetched).
Cliques (or groups) were VERY big in the 80s high school (don't know about nowadays). To research that I recommend the Molly Ringwald oevra: "The Breakfast Club" (Sat. detentions, not typical), "Pretty in Pink", and "Sweet 16" especially. And of course, "Ferris Bueller's Day Off" (again, not typical, but fun). These movies will also help get you in the feel for the clothing and music of the 80s.
"Bill & Ted's Excellent Adventure" is also set in high school in the 80s - is fun, but not at all accurate. (Now, THERE'S a crossover fic for you L&C and Bill&Ted! since they both deal with time-travel.)
If you want to research the Nfic side of high school life, may I recommend (although, not really, because I didn't like it, but it's a cult classic): "Fast Times at Ridgemount High".
Another high school movie I recommend, but it isn't set in the 80s is: "10 Things I Hate About You." Love that film. One funny thing about that film though, it's set in Seattle, yet it never rains.
"Twilight" more accurate protrayal of PNW.
OK, I'm sure I'll think of other things later, but that's sure to drive you crazy... <<cough, cough>>... get you started.
