Central High School - Helios Yearbook (Grand Rapids, MI)

Text from Pages 1 - 216 of the 1976 volume:

■ ALLEN COUNTY PUBLIC UBR 3 1833 01233 3255 GENEALOGY 977.402 G748chs 1976 . - $€! 1976 I Volume 84 Central High School 431 Fountain St., N.E. Grand Rapids, Michigan 49503 ViJ 1 • - -- ; W m - y v9 y - • ' II iff ' ?- r - 1 i w vs ; r r t e Mem one Like the ;v ; Kr memories 0 the way we were ScatteWd pictures Of the smiles we left behind Smiles we gave to one another For the way we were I Memories May be beautiful and yet What ' s too painful to remember We simply choose to forget So it ' s the laughter We will remember Whenever we remember The way we were is all so simple then m every line be to do it all again could we OTfjat ' s; too painful to rememf e% Wk sitmplj) cfjooae to forget . V tf Perrin, Wesley Principal t ) Edwards, James Asst. Principal Kirchgessner, John Asst. Principal Mandeville, Earl Asst. Principal Galant, Edmund Head Counselor Feringa, Margaret Counselor Harris, Julius Counselor me Ives, Edwin Counselor Stob, Robert Counselor Korcal, Harriet Counseling Secretary Saenz, Robert Counselor Shirley, Genevieve Counselor St. Clair, Janette Counselor Abbott, Arland Government, Am. Life Barcheski, Larry Boy ' s Gym, Am. Life v Allen, David Biology, Physiology Barkema, David Journalism, English, Newspaper, Yearbook Baker, Patricia Reading k.f Barnes, Nova English Blackmon, Cal Joy Art Brown, Roy Am. Life Cavanaugh, Richard Wood Shop Coon, Marilyn Academic Daining, Dennis Am. Life Duquette, David Art, Painting, Drawing Engler, Robert Art Ezeh, Pamela Reading Feuerstein, Thomas Math, Algebra, Geometry S  s, Cantos, Claire Spanish Carbowitz, Fred Debate, Speech, English Genger, James Science Glass, Ross Media Center f l Hansen, Joan Steno Transcription, Business World . br Gryska, Bernard Biology, Science Haglund, Patricia Girl ' s Gym Hoek, Richard Government, Am. Life, Mod. Problems, Dept. Head Houston, Rosemary Huls, Donald Jeltema, Joseph Home Management, Foods, Junior Senior Choir, World History, Am. Life Interior Decorating Madrigals Government 10 Jeltema, Thomas Jimenez, Rosa Kerr, Anne Am. Life Foods, Home Economics Reading, English French Kieras, Edmund Biology, Science Kish, Judy Foods Knowles, Gregory Senior Band, Stage Band, Educational Park Kogelshatz, Rolfe ROTC Instructor Kooyman, Harry Electricity, Educational Park Kops, Herman Typing, Data Processing 11 Kuipers, Harry German, English LeMonnier, Martin Electricity, Mach. Drawing, Blue Print, Arch. Drawing Leslie, Patricia Latin X n% Lodewyk, David English, Short Studies Lubbers, Robert Chemistry, Earth Science Luebke, Thomas Am. Life, Law, Economics 12 Marcus, Allen Math, Analysis, Algebra, Trigonometry McDermott, Thomas Academic Merizon, Edward Psychology Mieras, Jacqueline English McFerren, SFC Fred ROTC Moore, Charles Am. Life, Boy ' s Gym A Munson, Ellen Typing Owens, William Black History, Am. Life, Sociology Payne, Mildred Algebra, Math 1 ' 5 • PeUeritc, John Boy ' s Gym Pelletier, Mary Typing, Office Machines, Business World Petroski, William Math, Geometry Preston, Mary Girl ' s Gym Remenap, Joseph Boy ' s Gym Roman, LaNelle Orchestra, Music Arorec. Schindler, Roger Media Center Schriber, Shirley English, Senior Seminar, Dept. Head Schultz, James Administration 14 Sikkema, Hermina English, Short Studies, Ed. Park, English Lit. Snyder, Diane Clerical Procedures Spaan, Milton Am. Lit., English, Short Studies Sumner, Douglas Academic TenHave, John Earth Science, Chemistry Terrell, Jack Math, Algebra, Stat. Prob. Treur, Jan Government, Fam. Liv. VanDop, Adrian Accounting, Bus. World Vest, Lorna English, Comp. Lang. 15 ssg Wiers, Bonnie Girl ' s Gym Wilson, Anthony Metals, Woods Winstedt, Rowene Clothing Tran, Tuan Vietnamese Boguslawski, Paula Attendance Secretary Ronero, Jose Bilingual Peterson, Jo Ann English Hoekzema, Arlene English 16 English, John Control Officer Keegstra, Dan Hall Security Harvey, David Attendance Officer Johnson, Thelma Nurse Minogue, Irene Media Center, AV Snyder, Vernon Liaison Officer Schellenberger, Eleanor Media Aide Snellink, Dorothy Reading Aide 1 1 I Thwoc, Vo Vietnamese Aide 17 Roelofs, Gary School Liaison Pugh, Thomas Community School Director Thomas, Colleen Community School Secretary Vogt, Eileen Head Secretary Welmerink, Margaret Secretary Walker, Johnny Hall Security Golson, Norwood Head Engineer V Siemoin, Irene Head Cook Beaty, Mary Kitchen Aide Schaffin, Ollie Kitchen Aid . «( W. Seniors! J Jfl tp toater-color memories Mentor Officers; Paul Kelly, President Lisa Wood, Vice-President Barb Ward, Corres. Sec. Carol Faasse, Rec. Sec. Noreen Palumbo, Treasurer Debbie Smith, Girl Advisor Jerry Bostelaar, Boy Advisor 24 Kathy S. Anderson Stephan C. Anderson Tim Ball Paul Barscewski Janet Rose Ashley Sonia Baez Richard Balsitis , ( Allen J. Baranowski Marianne Barnes Ronnie Beards F  ««vB i — _ Kirk Wm. Beckman Dianna L. Belk 2 r j I - s 11 A -- -7 1 Z M Jay Aiien Berry Tom Bigelow Marcia Jean Boelens Mar Y Kathryn Boggs Teresa Gale Boggs Karen Lynn Boguslawski Cynthia L. Borowka Jerry Bostelaar Kathryn Bott Thomas C. Box Debbie Dorine Brailey Stacey Braybrook James Brechting Jamie Breen Patrice Annette Breen 26 ! 0 John Briel Rhonda Ranae Britton Carolynn J. Brooks Kurt Budnick Lynn Bueche £$ Leah Waydean Buggs Bill Burchard Ronald W. Burggraaf Renee Clay Nancy Ann Cobb Jerry P. Cole Chris Connell 27 Brenda Couch Gina Marie Covington Cathleen Rose Crandall Timothy A. Cross Betty J. Donaldson Jan L. Dor an Susan Dryer Mike Dudek 28 Martin L. Duffield Deborah Ann Dunstan Harold Ebenstein Tamara Lynn Elders Chris Jayson Ellis Bruce Edward Emaus Annette Marie Ernwell Cheryl Faasse 29 Sherry Lea Fairfield David G. Flickinger Tammy Ferrell Glenn Floyd Regina C. Gaines Laura Jeanette Garfield Sally Ann Figures Leatha Carol Fischer Cheryl L. Fowler Penny Fry Jack Gibson Rose Gills Kimberly M. Glididen Sue Glupker Sarah L. Gooden Becky Green 30 Ida Griffin Carol Hankiewicz Richard Cnudzinskas Vicki Guthr Becky R. Gutierrez Sue Lynne Hansen Nancy Ann Hastings Dorcas M. Heintz Harriette Howard Lois J. Hulbert Mary Husar 51 Diane Elizabeth Keiting Cindy Diane Kieviet sally Jean Kingsnorth Rocky R. Kitchen 52 ■ vWli J meral ©aj J - u ■ i i , ■ 35 Sunny Arlene Lindsey Fabian Lopez, Jr. Tim MacDonaJd Irene MacMillan Juan Manuel Martinez j erry McCarthy William McDonald 34 Barbara Kay Mclntyre Debbie Meeunsen Monica Mieras Carolyn E. McKinney m Tom A. McSauby Elizabeth Merdzinski Deiia Mc Vicar Steve Mervau Marcia de La Caridad Mesa Beth Miller Karla Jean Moelker Terri Moore W Yolanda Moore Carol Muncey Sally Music 35 ! ' V«M.« © 36 37 ' But I Don ' t Even Know Your Daughter Doris Nelson Terri Lynn Nelson Tim Nelson Clenna Neuman Joseph G. Niedzwiecki Molly Nolan Lon Norman ' SS Casey Nordyke Debra J. Nyenhuis Cynthia Lee Oom Robert Osborn David Carroll Otte Saundra Lynnay Palmer Jack W - P lmitier Debra Kay Parish Charles E. Patten Katherine Eileen Patterson Vic i j p eu Jer Ruthann Phillips Merri Jo Piette Terrance Joel Piette Doris Pingel Suzan Piskin 39 Senior ©res Up Bap 40 OUR CLASS PRESIDENT 4] Vicky Lee Portwood Kimberly Anna Potter Gregory S. Price Martha Ann Reyna Minnie Price Chris Edward Pruett Teresa Kathleen Putnam Dave F. Ranee Daniel C. Ray Carol Rittenhouse Charlie R oark Da vid Samuel Ro binson , Jr. Robert Scott Rohloff Laurell Lee Rollins Susan M ane Rosloniec Cindy Lou Ross 42 Left to Right: Ron Uecker, Marcia Boelens, Sally Kingsnorth, Ingrid Kornets, Doris Nelson, Kim Potter, Cheryl Brewster, Tim Chasseur. Mentor gfobisiorp Poarb The Senior Advisory Board is comprised of seniors who make decisions to bring before the entire class. Some of the decisions they have made deal with the choice of colors of the graduation robes and announcements. They also plan the traditional events such as Numeral Day, Class Night and Graduation. Advisor Mr. Truer 43 Arnie Ruperts Eddie Marie Rucker %e ) mm Ken John Rusilowski Sharon Renae Sanders Cherylou Sargent Yvonne Leigh Schaap Laura Ann Scharphorn James Henry Schmitzer Lisa Schoonheim Todd Schuhman Deborah Scott Lenore Scott Kimberly Ann Marie Selbach James Short Debra L. Sleziak Christine L. Smith 44 Valerie Joan Marie Spangler Kathy Marie Standley Teresa Stanton Terri Lynn Stevenson Michael Stott Susan Kay Swartz Tom Syrba Gary Lee Sytsma Kimberly E. Taylor David Stephens Sue Marie Sylvia Todd Teachout Lisa Thomas Charles Ralph Tolhurst II Mark Tomasik Holly L. Uecker 4b Left to Right, Row 1: Julie Lemcool, Chuck Tolhurst. Row 2: Carol Rittenhouse, Tim Chasseur. Row 3: Sue Dryer, Jean Wilkening. Row 4: Karen Boguslawski, Cheryl Faasse. Row 5: Ingrid Kornets, Dorcas Heintz. K )t op fe 4c Cathleen Jane VanOrden Eduriges Velez Jim Van Vliet Ellen R. VerWys Jenny Ann Vinge Carol J. Waem Gloria G. Waem Helen E. Wagemaker 47 Sheryl Lynn Williams m Carlton Andre Whitley KathyA. Williams Jean Marie Wilkening Ellen Marie Weber Rodger D. Wilson Tom Wisneski Marcia Wojiakowski Sherrie Wiersma Phillip Robert Warn Joe Wardell Lisa Wood Linda D. Woods Kelly Jean Woody Kathleen Rae Worster Machelle Wright Michael David Young Laura Lee Zandstra Sue Ziemski Vivian Elaine Zuidema Kevin Zudewind Judith Ann Jenkins 49 Class g ong School days, School days, School days Try to remember. This is your Life, we ' ve come to the end of our road. Life is Like a Jewel, So I ' m told. Well it ' s been a Long time with Hardships most of the way. Some of us have a future Some have a brighter day. But look at one another and say, we made it through. When we first started going to school you thought it was real cool But now I ' m Looking and searching for a brigh ter day Well there ' s someone who wants to quit and come back and maybe try again Some of us have a future Some have a brighter day But look at one another and say we made it through As times fly by School gets slow you think you ' re young But you ' re feeling old, So take the time and make a smile it might be nice because it ' s worthwhile Some of us have a future Some have a brighter day But there ' s none who can never say, you know we made it, made it, through because it was worthwhile by: Melvin Stewart Levi Figgures Class fflotto We are just leaping over the hill; and we have a huge mountain to climb. by: Eddie Rucker Wanda McKinney Class $oem For all of us there comes a moment, a moment unlike before . . . When suddenly, something is that was not, in some special way a new world opens. Through the years we ' ve been touched by many emotions, emotions felt by means beyond explaining or expressing. But now . . . Somehow things are different We now stand united, but yet, As Individuals . . . Awed . . . Wordless and Perhaps even afraid. Our Brief encounters of tenderness and closeness were good . . . Those Moments soar, into never abandoned Eternity. by: Chuck Tolhurst 50 51 The Class Of 1976 Hails the ' Class 9 Of 1936 By Maury De ' Joage First Lady Betty Ford, a 1936 graduate of Central High School, will participate in the school ' s commencement exercises this June. Word of Mrs. Ford ' s appearance was con- firmed by her appointment secretary, Susan Porter, who told The Press that an official announcement is being prepared. Central will hold its graduation exercises at 8 p.m. Monday, June 7, at the George W. Welsh Civic Auditorium, according to Paul Kelly, senior class president, and Jan D. Treur, senior class advisor. Mrs. Ford will make remarks to the graduating class rather than deliver a formal address, Truer said. In his letter to Mrs. Ford, Treur said that a $100 honorarium has been established by the senior class for this purpose. He noted that last summer The Press listed many illustrious alumni of Central, including the late Sen. Arthur H. Vandenberg. We believe that some permanent recognition of the contributions and achievements of these alumni has merit What form this recognition eventually will take has not yet been deter- mined. Treur wrote that the school wishes to make a beginning by establishing a Distinguished Alumni Award , should you decide to accept our invitation. This would mean the installation of a plaque at Central High as well as the presenta- tion of a plaque to you in recognition of the honor you have brought to Central High for you distinguished contributions as First Lady. The letter was sent to Mrs. Ford March 4, and Treur received a telephone call from the White House Monday saying Mrs. Ford had accepted the invitation. A telephone call to Ms. Porter confirmed what Treur had been told. Other distingushed alumni of the school include Constance Rourke, American biog- rapher; Houston McBain, president of Mar- shall Field Co.; John B. Martin, Rhodes scholar, former Republican National Commit- teeman and former head of the President ' s Council on Aging. Arnold Gingrich, founder and editor of Esquire Magazine; Willoughby Bouton, con- cert pianist; Seymour Beach Conger, foreign correspondent; Paul Goebel, former mayor of Grand Rapids and former member of the University of Michigan Board of Regents, and Roger B. Chaffee, astronaut, who was killed Jan. 27, 1967, in a fire that swept through the capsule of Apollo I in a flight drill. Admission to the commencement exercises probably will be by ticket only. Kelly said this may be necessary because of the crowd Mrs. Ford probably will attract and to eliminate disappointment on the part of relatives and friends of the graduating students. It will be the first visit by Mrs. Ford to Grand Rapjds since her husband became President. Courtesy of the Grand Rapids Press. 52 55 P Mt 1976 b-t 55 , miles! toe gabe to one pit for tfje toaj S3 Robert Acosta Michael Alexandei Roger Alighire Sandy Allen Lon Anderson Tina Anderson Scott Andrews Janet Anes Dianna Arndt Rose Arizola Nancy Arv Julie Baas Beckv Budes i Dorothy Bail Jan Baillargeon Karyn Bakker Janie Balder Birthera Banks Kelly Barcheski Beth Barile Greg Barney Tim Barney Ron Bartaway Steve Bates Joyce Beal Julie Beckman William Belbot Alice Belcher Kevin Belk Marie Belts Sue Bichler 59 Mike Birze Bryan Blank Jim Bleeker Coral BJett Bob Bodbyl Ann Boddy Bob Boggs Dave Boelen Cindy Bold John Bole Julie Boorsma Jerald Bos Laura Bosowski Bonnie Boss Cindy Boverhof Dick Bouwhuis Abdella Bowlson Sue Box Ray Boyd Kim Brailey Kathy Briel Jack Britton Loci Bruesch John Budnick Susan Buggs Lynda Burgess Richard Burgess Robert Burton Chuck Butkiewicz Michael Buxton Danny Caldwell Lisa Campos Rodney Ceancler Ann Carey Jim Carey Dan Cash Linda Chaffin 00 Pat Childs Robin Childs Wade Chilton Chris Christman Kathy Christman Jackie Cole Randy Cole Randy Coleman Sue Constant Morris Conway Cheryl Cook Rennye Cook Sheila Cook Tina Craig Bill Creager Diane Cross Ortega Cruz Teresa Curry Edwin Daniels Michael Daniels Pam Danielson John Davin Laveta Davis Lisa Davis Lynette Davis Jimmy Davis Terri Davis Connie Davison Barb Defouw Dean DeKoster Betty Deleon John Delk Marilyn DeMaagd Mike DeMario Kathy Demorest Richard Denhof Mark Denslow Pat Dertien John Despres Larry DeVormer 61 Vera Donk David Dryer Ruth Emaus Loyd Ezell Tammy Farwell Rosie Figures Sally Figures James Firlik Vera Fitzgibbon Judy Floyd Bob Fohlbrook John Francis Helen Freeman Regina Gaines John Galas Janet Gardner Janice Gardner Sheila Gillespie Marcos Gomez Henry Gonzales Chuck Goodell Laura Goudzv aard Tim Grable Yvonne Greenman Cheryl Griffin Chris Grigware John Grigware Deb Groelsma Janet Gimby Jim Grudzinskas Bao Ha Margie Hall John Hamelink o2 Bob Hamlett Danirae Harris Kevin Harris Kirk Harris Tommy Harwood David Hatch Joanne Heintz Rafael Hernandez Jodi Hill Scott Hilton Denise Hitchcock Mark Heyboer Ronnie Holten Jean Hopkins Debbie Howard Mark Howard Linda Hubcher Chuck Hyde JoAnne Jackson Warren Jackson Darnell James Cenice James Vernell James Patti Jarvis Janette Jasinski James Jauw Bill Jenkins Pam Jester Dorothy Jimenez Clifford Johnson Dan Johnson Fredrick Johnson Janice Johnson Lawrence Johnson Robert Johnson Steve Jolman Josephine Jordan Lola Jordan 63 John Karrip Judy Kelley Nancey Kelley Diane Kelt in g Chuck Kennedy Calvin Kibler Philotes Kish Beth Kleersnyder Virginia Kleihoer Doug Klein Robin Klunder Donna Knight Sue Knight Greg Knipp Brenda Kooienga Robert Kozminski Nancy Krasinski Deborah Krug Harry Kukawski Paul Kuklewski Frank Lafata Dwagna Langston Debra Larsen Debra Lax Donna Ledford Debbie Lewis James Lewis Dorothy Likely Sondra Lindsey John Lockridge Cindy Loper Greg Loper Linda Lyons Mary MacDonald 64 John MacMillan Betty Magnan Jill MaLaney Mike Main Gary Malfroid Carlyna Mansfield Nina Marcinowski Kevin Marion Clarence Marvin Deborah Marshall Tina Martinez Virginia Martinez Patricia Mason Sue Mast Freddie Matthews Anthony May berry Joanna McAlpin Richard McCauley Steve McDonald Craig McCee Chris McGrouder Brenda McKenzee Kevin McKenna Janet McKinney Cindy McKoy Ken McKoy Colleen Mervou Nancy Meuser Mark Meyerholtz joMarie Michael Monica Mieras BillMikrut Regina Millbrooks Steve Miller Thomas Minnewa 55 Laura Misiewicz Margie Misiewicz Mary Mockerman Scott Mockerman Martain Moerland Debbie Monsalvo Michael Moore Vaukeita Moore Larry Morgan Angelo Morrow Elizabeth Muck Andrew Murphy James Myaard Shirley Nannaley Charles Nelson Dave Nelson Karen Nelson Marie Nelson Brenda Nugent Susan Olin Cecil Oliver Francisco Ontiveros Cruz Ortega Terri Osmun Esmeralda Osornia Bertha Paiz Debbie Palmer Mike Partridge Larry Patten Carlotta Patterson David Paul Robert Payne Mike Peacock Brenda Pearson Julie Peck Lee Perdue Daniel Perrin James Perry y m s - 00 Harry Phillips Mary Phillips Sally Pienton Ronald Pierson Janiene Pine Janet Piskun Cindy Planck Judy Planck Toni Pond Jane Popiel Bruce Post Frances Prawdzik Sandi Prince Lori Prins Dave Puuci Eric Purins Steve Quist Frank Radeck Graydon Rawson Elizabeth Ray Tom Reber Patricia Rector Maxine Regel Richard Rempalski Joe Reyna Michael Richardson Carrie Riemersma Debbie Riley Dennis Rios Cathy Robertson Jeffery Robinson Joyce Robinson Phillip Robinson Elizabeth Rogers Debbie Rosloniec Christian Ross JoAnn Rummelt 67 Terri Runyan Arnie Ruperts Mary Rusilowski Connie Rusnell Dan Russo Salvatore Russo Carolyn Sawle Mariann Sawyer Edward Sayer Cyril Scheer Dan Schneider Diane Schreckengust David Scott Doris Scott Morris Scott Vanessa Scott Barb Seymour Mike Seymour Janel Short Julie Short Raenelle Sinke Bob Skibbe Linda Slocum Randy Slocum Sherry Small Barbara Smith Edna Smith Jeffery Smith Kathy Smith Larry Smith Nate Smith Starlene Smith Mary Snoek Callie Spivey Joe Staal Greg Stacey Patricia Stamps Micheal Stanton Gerry Stegehuis Mary Steffens Joe Stelter Joyce Stewart Mary Stevens Greg S token Andy Stoutjesdyk Lori Syrba Stephen Szarkowski Linda Taylor Ruby Taylor Val Taylor Ricky Thomas Vandette Thomas Joseph Thompson Steve Tomplins Nauxon Trinh Johnny Tylor Larry Tyron Heidi Uecker Allan VanderMark Kurt VanderMeer Paul VanderMeulen Mark VanderMyde Dawn VanderPlogg Denise VanDyke Paula VanGorp Wendy VanHaun Tami VanZytveld Neal Veneble Connie Vert Linda Vert Pam Videau Darlene VonAu Eileen Wade Kevin Wagenvelt Fawn Waidelich Ruth Walenga Jeff Ward Dan Weeks 69 Tim Welsh Steve Whip Debbie White Laurie Whitehouse Thomas Whitfield Bill Wiebenga Melvin Wilkins Darrel Williams Lasharon Williams Naida Williams Paul Williams Sandra Williams Tim Williams Bob Winks Jackie Whitherspoon Brenda Witt Joseph Worst Chris Yared Penny Young Connie Ypma Christine Zarzecki Linda Zarzecki Barb Zemaitis Ken Zuidewind Andy Zusmanis James Coates 70 Greg Adkinson Howard Alexander Johnie Allen Johnnie Allen Carolyn Alley Hector Alvarez Isidero Alvarez Craiq Anderson Cynthia Anderson Mark Anderson Paula Anderson Bruce Andrews Kerry Anes Becky Arizola Rodger Armock Donna Arndt Pat Ary Peter Baas Gloria Bailey Chery Baker Ken Baranowski Frances Barathy Mike Barney Jeffery Barton Earl Batenburg Terry Bates Pamela Battles 71 Art Bauman Joan Beach George Beatle Ron Bechtel Leslie Belbot Michael Belcher Robert Bell Paul Bellgraph Paula Bellgraph Julie Beltz Dale Bendon Bruce Benson Bob Bergers Julie Berridge Jamie Blomeling Tim Bloom Kim Blozinski Mara Bole Anne Bonezyk Larry Booker Mary Booker Tamme Boorsma Karen Borowka Jerri Bouchard Terry Bowerman Shora Bowlson Carrie Braun Ralph Brawley Ernest Brewster Terri Briel Fred Brookshire Roland Brookshire David Brott Jannie Brown Mark Brown Shirley Brownlee Lea Bruesch Lisa Buggs David Burke Babette Burrell Lady Burrell 72 Mark De Graff Kim DeGraff Denise DeKam Lori DeMaagd Brenda Demorest Tim DenBoer 73 Mary Sue Denhof Anne Despres Robert DeDrick Perry Die trick Patty Donneliy Debra Douse Ken Downer Susan Drew Louis Dutmers Ernestine Dykstra Chris Eastman Ladek Eaton Maureen Eno Briar Fallen Deborah FarweiJ SheryJ Faureau Sue Feringa Richard Ferwerda Cathy Fingleton Brenda Fitzpatrick Faith Flowers Cathy Fioyd Bob Foliick John Frazine Myrna Frazine Wilfred Felix Jamie French Rick Fry Doris Gaines Vicky Gessner Gary Gibbs Daniel Gibson Jean Gillhespy Linda Gilts Joe Golden Pat Golden Sterling Gordon Steve Green Kenny Groelsma 74 Theresa Grundy MicheJJe Gummere Anthony Guyton Don Hall David Hallmark Joe Hammer Lori Hammond Dawn Harris Gregory Harris Zacharey Harris Paul Harnish pr ' jL . Bob Haskill Tim Hatch Debbie Hatfield Kurt Haynes Scott Hayes JillHeintz Sberi Heffelbower Phillip Hennessy Linda Hernandez Laura Hess Roger Heyboer Mary Hieshetter Craig High t Gloria Hill Kenneth Hinkle Cliff Hoffman David Holloway Joyce Holloway Cindy Holmes Patty Hoogerhyde Darl Hopson Evelyn Hoskins Brian House Judy Howe Cynthia Hubert Marjorie Huddleston Hudson McGee 75 Tim Huffman Alice Hunter Mark Ickowski Freddie Impens Darrell Ingram Louis Ivy Brenda Jackson Carl Jackson Linda Jackson Steve Jannereth Sandra Jasinski Florine Jefferson Kelly Jeffries Mary Jenkins Brenda Jester Cindy Johnson Mark Johnson Nora Johnson Angela Jones Ed Jones James Jones Wanda Jones Willie Jones Jasmine Katsampes Carol Kehres Karen Kelly Sheri Kerr Pat Kibler Patty Kievit Donald Kilgore Tom Kinding Bob Kirkland Chuck Kirt Cheryl Klunder Doug Kolenda Marcy Koon Sue Krey Linda Krug Deb Kurylowicz Michael Kyles Vickie Lake Brian Lane 7o Vickie Laisen Alfred Leal Robin Lemcool Karen Lemieux Debbie LeValley Robert Lewakowski George Likely Hopie Lopez Jean Loveland Steve Lovely Jewel Lyle Larry Lynch David Lyttaker Sandy Lyttaker Melisa Nlabin Tammy McDonald Cheryl Madges Dawn Magoon Carolyn Mahan Lorrain Malecki Barb Malfroid Brian Malone Dorothy Malone Mary Marchiwkewicz Carrie Marksian Tony Martinez Bonnie Martinez Yvonne Martinez Mark Marshall Mark Marvin Janet Mathis Brenda Matthews Venessa Matthews Clinton May field Brian Mayo Charles Mays Kathy McCorriston Bg5 V 77 MoJJi McCorriston Debbie McFeely Kelly McCee Betty McGurder Paris McHerron Robert McNairy Richard McSauby Meiissa McVicar Sara Meeuwsen Laurie Merryman Doug Mervau Myra Mesa Gary Mick Jim Mielke Debra Migqins Sherry Mikrut Lesliey Miles Jan Miller Steve Miller Connie Mitchell Dave Mockerman Carol Moerland Deborah Moore Jackie Moore Karen Moore Sallie Moore Tony Moore Albert Morgan Andrea Morgan Teresa Morgan Timothy Morrov Doris Moseiy Michael Moseiy Ray Moseiy Gary Mosher Cliff Moseiy Joyce Murray Mark Nagel Marie Nelson Roxane Nelson Fred Neuman 9 f k iraft 78 Monica Newsome Dan Nickerson Sue Nolan Michelle Nor dyke Miguel Noyola Sheryl Obiedzinski Chuck Olson Tim O ' Niell Greg Osborn Frank Osmolinski Dan Pabon Dave Pabon Ralph Page Allen Palmeri Cheryl Palmitier Mark Parish Donald Parmeter Angela Paul David Perez Sandy Peterson Michelle Peuler Cynthia Phillips Jim Picr.ins Lynda Pierce Carol Pierson Diane Pifer Richard Pifer Kevin Pine 79 Ero) Piskin Vanessa Pittman Brenda Plantenga Rochella Poison Beverly Potter Rich Powers Steve Prenger Wendy Pressey Mark Pulte Jon Radeck Rosen do Ramirez Arturo Ramos Kathy Ratcliffe Robert Ratcliffe Ron Regal Patti Rempalski Eli Pena Cindy Reynolds Shawn Reynolds Felicia Rhodes Rosalind Riggins Don Riggs Barbara Riley Rhoda Riley John Rinvelt Michael Robinson Patti Robertson Robert Roelofs Richard Rogers Mike Ruiz Dan Ryan Kathy Samel Gretta Sanders Liz Sawle Zack Sawmick Jim Sayer Jeff Schanphorri Don Schimmell John Schimmell Joe Schneider SO Mark Schoenborn Ron Schollaart Pam Schoonmaker t Debbie Scott Michael Scott Dan Scnbner Beth Semeyn Susan Sbepard Winkie Shepard Tim Shield Douglas Shoemaker Gary Sietsma Rose Silva Louis Sinigos Theresa Skendzel Bob Smith Cindy Smith Dale Smith Jimmy Smith Penny Smith Susan Smith Sylvia Smith Pam Snyder Steve Spangler Bill Spielmaker Richard Sprague Dina Springer Abel Soto Manuel Soto Paula Spica Robert Stacey Joe Stachowiak Jim Stamas Linda Stamps Rick Steadman Evelyn Steenhagen Valerie Steinbrecher Jim Steiner 81 Dena Stegehuis Karen Steketee David Stepanovich Jeff Stepanovich Tim Stephens Julie Stoken Ted Stoken Mary S toner Jo Anne Strong Peggy Sutherlin Catherine Swain Chuck Sypytkowski Patty Tan- Donna Tatum Gloria Taylor Ali Thomas Denise Thomas Brian Timmer Linda Tolliver David Tomasik Virginia Townsley Laurie Tromp Michael Tompkins Wayne Toppel Fred Trevino Robert Tucker Kenneth Turpeau Jog Tu thill Bryan Decker Judy Upton Doug VandenBerg John VandenBerg Dianne VanderHoff Ed VanLandingham Vicki VanLandingham s:: Mat! VanderMydd Betsy VanderWoa Dave VanPoortfliet James VanOosten Linda VanOrden Jim Vaughn Pete VanZytveld Norm Vaughn Gay Venable Richard Wade Cindy Wagemaker Terri Walenga Edward Walker Efrem Walton Maurice Walton Sandra Ward Cheryl Ward Cheryl Ward Tim Ward Gina Ward Hank Webber James Webber Lisa Welch Lori Welch Rick Westover Duane Wheeler Joyce White Johnny Whitfield 83 Shirley Whithe Kathy Wiebenr Wendy Wiggiri Ann Wilkening Janet Williams Mike Williams Margie Williams Marvin Williams Tom Wi llingham John Willner Daane Wilson Shirley Witherspoon Debra Woodwyk Kathy Woody David Workman Karin Worster Arthur Wright Joseph Wruk Delbert Young Valerie Young Cheri Ypma Chris Zaborski Beth Zandee Brooke Zandee Mark Ziomkowski Jenny Zukowski Steve Zwier Rhonda McLiechey Rochelle Poison Marvin Adkinson Kathy Allen Sandra Ames Dan Anderson Ed Anderson Loyd Anderson Mark Anderson Laura Andrews Dave Banaszak Dru Banaszak Karen Battles Sharon Battles Art Bauman Carry Beach Terry Beaty Dan Bell Scott Benson Pamela Berciunas Robert Betts Jeff Blank Sarah Blunt Jamie Boelens Joann Boggs Bill Boguslawski Alex Bohatch Rene Bohner Michele Bonezyk Russell Bono W.T. Boyd Dennis Boyle Connie Braily Sue Braun Gary Britton Carol Brookshire Sandra Brookshire 85 Leon Brown Eric Burreil Lonnie BurreJJ Vernon Buxton Dena Campbell Robin Canfield Bambi Carey Faye Carter Kaye Carter Debra Cheatham Karen Christian Richard Cole Charles Cooley Edward Conway Linda Cross Paul Cross Donald Currie Donna Curtis Nancy Daniels Rose Darling Dean Darren Kim Davis Laveta Davis Lorraine Davis Sharon Davis Maureen DeBoer Marty DeLoot Janine Dennison Walter Detz  Mary Doltoske Perri Donnelly Ronald Dougherty Marvin Douglas Lynn Douse Shelly Drew Jerry Edson Rick Eggleston Regina Fairley Kim Fedewa Jim Ferrell Greg Ferringa Christina Fischer John Foley Peter Fotieo Kelly French Audrey Fritsch Randy Galaszewski Maria Gomez Mark Gorospe Steve Grinwis Michelle Grogan Theresa Grudzinskas Vivian Grzeskowiak Shirley Guy ton Scott Hansen Terry Harvey Mike Hatch Theresa Hogerheide Mike Howard Mike Ickowski Ken Idema Lorraine Ivy Joyce Jackson Sheri Jolman Mary Karston Maria Katsampes 87 Peter Katsampes George Khoury Gerry King Debbie Kish Lisa Kiomparens Greg Kolenda Karen Koienda Dean Koukios David Kowal Chris Kowalewski Francis Kozminski Bill Kramer Ken Kramer Ed Krey Jenni Kammeraad Randy LaCosse Gloria Landstra Mark Larsen Allen Lay Ken LeMieux Debby Lint Ruth Lubben Rose Lynch Mary Mabry Judy Maciejewski Theresa Maciejewski Mike Malloy Lawrence Mack Chris Mariett Jim McCarthy Diane McConnaugheylUt Jalayne McDonnell Bobbie McFariand Hudson McGhee Sharon McKnight Barb McSauby Ru thie McSwain 53 Bessie Melendez Michelle Merdzinski Kenneth Merryman Connie Meidema Becky Mill er Jim Miller Nick Missad Mark Mitchell Deborah Moore Donald Munn Dan Murphy Mary Nelson Carol Neuman Becky Newville Lomentha Niblett Leslie Osborn Kathi Paauwe Stephan Palmer Lourelle Peacock Karen Pearson Annette Phillips Gregory Phillips Kathy Planck Chuck Pre sco tt Therese Prusinski Randy Prude Marie Pulte Sandy Raphael Randy Rauch Willie Rauch Kim Redder Mike Reid John Rittenhouse Frank Rivera Lisa Robinson Sv Hope Rodriguez Keith Rolfe Carol Rood Debbie Rozanski Joe Rozegnal Cheri Rungau Mary Rusnell Susie Ryan Jon Rybski David Rydell Lennie Sallie Dave Schensul Mike Schneider Debra Schouder Diana Schuwab Steve Shockenay Jerry Scott Keith Sivertsea Tim Sleziak Janice Slocum Lavonda Stewart James Stoken Barb Stone Alina Summers Allen Summers Louise Swisher Kitty Szarkowski Monica Taylor Savannah Thompson Vickie Thompson Ed Thurkettle Brian Toczydlowski Donna Tomasik Dawn Toppel Lorraine Toppel John Tyler Carrie Urbanski Alice VanderBand Greg VandenBerg Patrick VanderWeide Randy VanDuinan Beth VanDyke 0,0 Roger VanPopering Rolando Vela Joe Videan Lisa Visser Puru Voruganti Terri Walker John Whip Cleo White Wanda Wiggins Cathy Williams Cedric Williams Jeff Williams Sue Winks Linn Witt Marurite Wood Donald Young Nannette Zamarron Melanie Zandbergen Pam Zwier 1 91 92 93 94 Clas (Officers Junior Class - Janette Jasinski (Vice Pres.), Tom Joyce (President), Becky Badeau (Secretary). Missing - Val Taylor (Treasurer). Sophomore Class - Joe Reyna (President), Mary Heisterder (Vice Pres.), Barb Malfroid (Secretary), Jill Heintz (Treasurer). 95 ikfjool Htfe g o it ' s tfje laughter We toil! remember Coulb it pe iHagtc Barb Mclntyre, Yvonne Schaap, Debi Smith, Merri Jo Piette, Joanne Miggins, Marcia Boelens, Eddie Rucker, Delia Leal, (pictured below) Doris Nelson. Miss Doris Nelson Mr. Perrin presents Merri with the bouquet of roses. OS it The announcement of the 1 975 court Barb, Yvonne and Debbi feel the magic in the air. UQ m hi : ? r -- •:. ;• : l; 975 Homecoming queen is Joe and Kathy prepare the Ram ' s victory feast! You mean this isn ' t the Michigan St. bi There was magic in the air on October 11, when the Homecoming festivities for 1975 began. The festivities started with the traditional assembly and the announcement of the queen. That evening at the football game, during halftime, the floats and the court were presented to the entire student body and the queen was officially crowned by Mr. Perrin. Then to top off the beautiful evening, the Rams pulled through with our first Victory of the season over West Catholic. The score was a magical 23-13. Victory was celebrated the following night at the annual Homecoming Dance which was held at Northeast Junior High. This year ' s theme was COULD IT BE MAGIC . It sure was! A lot of time and effort were poured into the production of the three floats. Everyone ' s appreciation goes out to the Ward ' s, Kelly ' s, Badeau ' s, and Reyna ' s for putting us all up and helping to make our 1975 Homecoming truly Magic . WEEEEEEEEEEEEH! 101 0m Jfato ®btx tije Cuckoo ' s J esst ■ John Bagby, Bob Roelofs, Kim Selbach, Sally Kingsnorth, Louis Sinigos, Phil Warn, Alice Blomeling, Gary Beckwith, Chris Zarzecki, Russ Bono, Jack Gibson, Wayne Zandbergen, Dave Nelson, Mike Headworth, Ralph Page, Kathy McConnaughy, Mary Steffens, Jeff Barton, Ingridia Kornets, Paul Kelly. The class of 1 976 presented their Senior play One Flew Over the Cuckoo ' s Nest on November 21 and 22. The play dealt with an institution for the insane and the true-to-life characters in it. The story revolved around McMurphy (Dave Nelson) who was out to reform the patients to the ways of real men. The only obstacle in McMurphy ' s way was the head nurse (Ingrida Kornets). The men finally realized that nurse Ratchett isn ' t exactly the sweet mother image they once thought. To make life more exciting, McMurphy brings in some of his old friends to entertain the guys. The play came to a dramatic ending as Chief Bromden puts McMurphy out of his misery by suffocating him. The play was directed by Mr. Garbowitz with the help of Sally Kingsnorth and Bob Roelofs. Jack Gibson and Paul Kelly worked on the sets and Janet Ashley along with Kathy McConnauohey worked as the prompters. Everyone involved in the play put a great deal of time and effort into the production of it. Anyone who saw it would have to agree it was a fantastic production. 104 r McMurphy looks a bit pail. Chief Bromden standing on top of things. Don ' t say that this is the end! Ahhh! 105 But I really gotta go! The hospital in an uproar! Candy makes McMurphy ' s life sweeter. ZAP! 106 107 ' 1 III !- nil ii ai 7 C Thirds 5 Kim on K.P. On March 16, the Senior class held a Faculty-Senior Potluck in the cafeteria. Although only a few people showed up for this special event, the ones who were present enjoyed themselves immensely. This was evident by the large amount of food and desserts which were consumed. The menu consisted of foods from countries such as Italy, Latvia, and Germany, and also some good American dishes. Hopefully, this will re-establish the traditional Senior Potluck. $mm ® Eat every potatoe and pea on your plate! no $emtp Mm anb (teen Skibbe and Val Get Down . On March 31, the Junior Class held elections for Penny King and Queen. This is an annual event with the Junior Class. Five guys and gals are nominated and they each have a decorated can for their copper votes. On April 2, the traditional dance was held for the announcing of the royal couple, Janette Jasinski and John Karrip. People congratulated the couple and really mint it. Sherrie contributes to the Penny King and Queen elections. Ill Senior JBreefc-up Bap Ira ' S (IPKi ■ •, vf 1 I 1 Senior Dress-Up Day, which took place on April 1, is the traditional way for Seniors to express their zany ideas. You may have sat next to George Washington, or may have been pursued by a three-headed candy bar, or possibly you had a traumatic experience with a werewolf. Whatever you exper- ienced that day, it was proof of the ingenuity of the Class of 76 . George Washington gets into the feeling of the bicentennial. 112 ! W f i t Lr Brian and Lynn enjoy the dance. Togetherness displayed by Sally and Mark. A truly adorable couple. op ' si ||eatien Together , the theme for this year ' s Boys ' Heaven dance, took place on February 21 at North East Junior High. Couples danced to the music of Whisper at the annual turnabout dance sponsored by the Student Council. The unique dance gives the women of Central a chance to show their liberation by financing the entire evening; also giving the men of Central a chance to be pampered and have an enchanting evening. All in all, the dance was a big success and everyone seemed to have a great time. 113 €=€Um V . Mtwmg On March 12, the C-Club challenged our male faculty to a rumble; in the form of a basketball game. The exciting event took place in the boys gym sixth hour. There was a good turn-out from the students as they all cheered on the C-Club to their defeat. The faculty was coached by Mr. Daining and the C-Club was coached by one Freight-Train (Robert Thomas). Despite the courageous efforts of the C-Club, the grueling faculty snuffed them out by a score of 44-39. 115 J£pe ppe Ptrbie bliss, kiss, what ... is . . . your dentifrice. How lovely to be a woman. 116 What happens to a small midwestern town like Sweet Apple, Ohio, when the greatest rock star of the fifties comes for a special visit? A delightful musical takes place, that ' s what. Conrad Birdie (Louis Sinigos) was about to be drafted into the army, and his manager, Albert (Dave Nelson), and secretary, Rosie (Val Taylor), plan this wonderful publicity stunt involving a member of the Sweet Apple fan club, Kim (Chris Zarzecki), and the Ed Sullivan Show, and nothing works out as planned, of course. They all did live happily ever after, and so did the cast after two terrific performances of Bye Bye Birdie were pre- sented. You gotta be sincere 7 mm m Don ' t worry, I ' m only a mother. ... All American Boy. 117 Now listen here, this gossip must stop! ' Baby, talk to me. 118 We love you, Conrad! ' Welcome to Sweet Apple, Mr. Birdie. 119 Sports; Can it tie tfjat it toa all so simple tfjen .Willi 1 i Back Row (left to right): Tony Willis, Rocky Kitchen, Jim VanVliet, Dave VanHolstyn, Tim Enos, Casey Noordyke, Isreal Jones. Front Row (left to right): Terry Piette, J.C. Witfield, Ron Beards, Ron Jones, Robert Thomas, Don Serba, Sylvester Robinson, Brian Marion. Mentor Tarsitp Jfoottmll This year ' s Varsity Football team finished the year with an overall 2-7 record, with a 2-4 record good for 4th place in the City League. Despite the record, this year ' s team was the most competitive and exciting squad in the last few years. This team, which emphasized defense and starting as many as 18 underclassmen, played every opponent tough, losing several games in the last few minutes. Leaders of this year ' s team included All-City, All State First Teamer Robert Freight Train Thomas, called by many the best defense player in Grand Rapids in the last 20 years. All-City Center went to Jim VanVliet; Second Team All-City to Ron Jones with 961 yards, and Safety J.C. Whitfield. Other Seniors playing important roles included Quarterback Don Serba; Backs, Micheal Smith, Ron Beards, Tony Willis; Linemen, Rocky Kitchen, Brian Marion, Dave VanHolstyn and Terry Piette. 122 Back Row (left to right): Dan Caldwell, Gary Malfroid, Melvin Wilkens, Tom Reber, Barrel Ingram, Kirk Harris, Thomas Wittfield, Earl Hopewell, Micheal Alexander, Manager Kirk Beckman. Front Row (left to right): Neal Venable, Mike Frierson, John Karrip, Sam Russo, Robert Skibbe, Dick Bouwhuis, Arnold Ruperts, Mel Williams, Robert Acosta, Mark VanderMyde, Dennis White, Manager Steve McDonald. fumorg Next year ' s Rams return 1 9 major letter winners, and are determined to be a definite contender for the City Championship. Coach Jeltema states We are very proud of this year ' s team and look forward to next year with high hopes. We are committed to bringing a Football Championship to Central in ' 76. Coaches (left to right): Mr. Mr. Hillary, Mr. Remenap. Ranson, Head Coach Mr. Joe Jeltema, (L to R): Ron Jones, Mark VanderMyde. Ron Beards and 123 First Row (seated) (left to right): Tim Sleziak, Joe Reyna, Wayne Toppel, Doug Vandenberg, Dave Pabon, Ken Baranowski, Dan Pabon, Johnny Whitfield, Jewel Lyle. Second Row (left to right): Chris Zarborski, Maurice Walton, Ruben Riley, Ron Schollart, Rick Westover, Rick Wade, Rick Fry, Bruce Andrews, Willie Cooley, Ted Stoken. Third Row (left to rigth): Robert Roelofs, Ernest Brewster, Doug Decker, Mitch Bullock, Jim VanOosten, Earl Batenburg, Matt VanderMyde, Tony Taft, Dave Strponovich. Junior Vatxity Jfoortall eam This year ' s Junior Varsity Football squad finished ts season with a 1-6-1 record. Despite a losing record, he team gained the needed game experience and procured the knowledge and qualities that will allow many of them to advance to the Varsity level of play next fall. The Reserves played thek best game against Union, a tied score until the closing seconds, when the team fell on a Union fumble to win 13-7. The Sophomores played good, rough football and are looking forward to a crack at next year ' s Varsity team. OPPONENTS THEY WE West Catholic 46 Creston 13 7 Christian Union 7 13 West Catholic 45 Catholic Central 21 6 Ottawa 14 Rock ford 15 7 124 First Row (seated) (left to right): Jon Taft, Tony Duchnowski, Jim Feringa, Leon Brown, Dennis Brown. Second Row (left to right): James Houston, Kelly Marion, Charles Cooley, Thaddeus Buggs, Gary Scheidel. Third Row (left to right): Coach Tom Jeltema, Dave Schensul, Carlton Brewster, Mitch Bakker, Lloyd Anderson, Jim Ferrell, Bill Boguslawski. Jfreafjman Jfoortall eam The Freshman Football team this season had a 3 win 4 loss record. A solid defense highlighted their season. The players worked hard on the basics and proper techniques of football to help them in their Varsity years. Many of the players will be a valuable assett to Central in the future. OPPONENTS Northeast Catholic Central South Middle Ottawa (N.) Riverside West Catholic Ottawa (S.) THEY 24 24 4b 14 12 WE 8 6 6 20 S3 ? teT 5§jjp? fJ - 125 Back Row (left to right): Coach Tom McDermott, Annette Ernwall, Jan Miller, Yvonne Schaap, Karla Moelker, Jean Wilkening, Cindy Oom. Front Row (left to right): Asst. Coach Chris Ingram, Ruth Emaus, Holly Uecker, Sally Kingsnorth, Lynn Douse, Mary Nelson. dltrlsi ' Uarattp i£ totmmtng The 75-76 Central Girl ' s Swim Team was the smallest since the beginning of competition four years ago. There were only 11 girls on the team, but they all were hard working. The overall record for the year was 0-6-0, but they really showed a lot of courage knowing the great odds against a small team having to compete against the larger teams. The highlight of the season was when Ruth Emaus set a new city league diving record, with a point total of 252.05. Ruth was awarded the Most Valuable Diver award. Yvonne Schaap was the high point getter in the 50 yd. and 100 yd. freestyle and was awarded the Most Valuable Swimmer Award. Jean Wilkening was elected Miss Inspiration and Holly Uecker got the Most Improved award. There will be 8 seniors graduating from the team this year, so Mr. McDermott hopes to see more girls out for swimming next season. Sophomore Jan Miller will be returning next year to swim the 200 yd. and 500 yd. freestyle; Lynn Douse and Mary Nelson will be returning next fall also. Yvonne ' s determination showed in her swimming times. 12b f  ml 8 K A 3 9 Sflosscoo 1 ! kw ! %ws$wu tC |ossCOUHTR | JftcfcHTM 3 C McMSSCOU ' ,4 Front Kow fJeft to right): P. Scheidel, J. Vaughn, P. Ivy, D. James, E. Drew. Back Row (left to right): Coach Mr. Brown, M. Drew, R. Denhof, J. Despres. The cross country team this year had a disappointing season as they lost all of their dual meets. The problem was a familiar one. There was one outstanding runner in Elmer Drew, but as there was no support, which is so necessary in cross country, the team had no victories. The team had only 2 seniors, Elmer Drew and Paul Ivy, so Mr. Brown is looking forward to a better season next year. Elmer Drew earned a position on the All-City team. He was the first Central runner to do so. OPPONENTS WE THEY Christian 45 19 Union 45 19 Creston 45 20 Ottawa 47 16 Catholic Central 42 20 West Catholic 45 20 Grand Haven 44 17 Fremont 4-j 17 Mona Shores 45 19 Cro££ Country Elmer Drew runs to victory. 127 Front Row (left to right): Sarah Gooden, Melissa Mabin, Co-captain Sheila Gillespie, Denise Hitchcock, Angela Paul. Back Row (left to right): Sue Spielmaker, Heide Uecker, Captain Denise Butler, Julie Peck, Joyce Stewart, Coach Marsha Preston. Despite a new coach and lack of numbers on the Girl ' s Varsity Basketball team, the team had a few more spectators this year. The girls did not cause any major upsets, but with experience and self determination, they definitely give other city teams something to be con- cerned about next season. The team is losing two Seniors this year. Senior Denise Butler, Captain, was the team ' s highest in scoring and assists. Denise ' s position will be difficult to replace. Senior Sarah Gooden could play any position on the floor with great skill. Sarah ' s skill along with her self determination will certainly be missed next year. The addition of the Junior Varsity team to the Varsity team will show its benefits next year. There are many fine Junior Varsity players that will strengthen the Varsity team. OPPONENTS WE THEY Ottawa Hills 54 25 Creston 55 67 Catholic Central 40 48 Christian 45 61 Union 42 75 West Catholic 39 62 Ottawa 55 23 Creston 45 54 Catholic Central 50 34 Christian 52 67 Union 27 57 West Catholic 25 55 128 Front Row (left to right): Crystal Black, Nannette Zamarron, Carol Kehres, Monica Taylor. Back Row (left to right): Sue Krey, Julie Araway, Betsy VanderWaal. Andrea Morgan, Coach Jan Holland. (girls ' 3f.V. ifekrtmll This year ' s Junior Varsity Team was the first that Central has ever had. It was made up of Sophomores and Freshman girls to strengthen the forces. However, their win-loss record was not a truthful indication of their many achievements during the season. Each week they improved in skills, knowledge, and experience, and each player will be an asset to a future Varsity team. It is understood that many of the girls are going to a summer basketball camp to improve on their skills, so there should be a great improvement in the outcome of next season ' s game records. 129 • • i m A. i a. Left to Right: Coach A. VanDop, Steve Spangler, Bob Winks, Harry Anastos, Brian Timmer, Dave Tomasik. Missing: Todd Schuhman, Dan Beli, Mark Mitchell, Gary Sietsema. This was a year of learning and gaining experience for the boy ' s golf team. With the exception of Todd Schuhman and Harry Anastos, the rest of the team experienced competitive golf for the first time. In the Grandville Invitational, our team placed last of the 11 teams participating. Then in Regional playoffs at Hampshire C.C., our team was last of 20 in competition. pops ' olf OPPONENTS THEY WE Catholic Central 5 Creston 5 Union 5 Christian 5 Ottawa 5 West Catholic 5 Harry Anastos, in deep concentration, sets up for his swing at the ball. 130 Front Row (left to right): Sally Pienton, Valerie Taylor, Cindy Wagemaker, Linda Gills, Cheryl Klunder, Chris Yared. Back Row (left to right): Coach Mr. Spaan, Beth Miller, Kim Potter, Debbie Farwell, Ginger Kleiboer, Helen Wagemaker, Carolyn Sawle. «• ' tonts eam In Dual competition the girl ' s tennis team completed the season with a 1-8 record. The All-City meet was held on October 14, and ended with the team taking 6th place. Caro- lyn Sawle won the City Championship in her flight-4-singles. The team did much better in the Class A Regional meet held in Holland on October 10, winning 7th place out of a total of twelve schools. The squad consisted of 12 girls: 3 seniors, 5 juniors and 4 sophomores. (Left to Right): Beth Miller, Wagemaker and Kim Potter. Coach Mr. Spaan, Helen 131 Mark VanderMyde passes the ball to Ron Jones as Earl Hopewell and Gary Malfroid hold off the opposing team. Ruth Emaus demonstrates an approach to a dive. Harriers (left to right) Anne Despres, Mary Sue Denhof and Sue Despres cheered on the cross-country team through their entire season. fa • I Mary Ann, the Varsity Cheerleaders ' mascot, cheers on the basketball team. 152 Central ' s Cross Country Team starts off a meet with determi- nation to defeat the opponent. Patti Rempalski performs her talents on the horse ' j WF j ■ ' i Hff 1 1 w ■ w A ■ . H A i 1 1 t • ft m ■H 1 i W ' f Hr Freight-Train Thomas jumps against a West Catholic player, as Darrell Ingram waits for a chance at the ball. Frank Ontiveros, goalee for Central ' s Hockey team, did a great job all season defending our goal net. 155 First Row (seated, left to right): Manager Willie Taylor, 31 -Ron Beards. Second Row (left to right): 13-David Thompson, 23-Richard Naves, 45-Robert Thomas, 4 1 -Russell Palson, 15-John Stubbs, 21-Mark VanDriel, 11-Russell Kelly. Third Row (left to right): 54-Melvin Wilkins, Si-Kevin Harris, 53-Jerome Barnes, 52-Jeff Cebelak, Coach Daining, 33-Darrell Ingram, 25-Larry Halsell. Uargitp as ertall The J 975-76 Ram ' s Varsity Basketball team finished the season in fourth place with a 5-7 record and a 10-13 overall campaign. They split with each City League team except champion Union. Highlights of the season included the thrilling 61-60 overtime victory against Ottawa Hills as Freight Train Thomas dropped in two pressure-packed free throws, and Richard Naves shot the twine for twenty-nine. In another great team effort, the Rams defeated high-scoring Creston 67-64 headed by Russell Kelly ' s 16 points and tough rebounding by Thomas, Jeff Cebelak, Mel Wilkins and Darrell Ingram. In a super defensive game, Central limited the usually high-flying Eagles of Christian to 58 points while scoring 62, paced by super Soph. Darrell Ingram ' s 22 points. Russell Kelley, Ron Beards and Richard Naves played a beautiful floor game in holding the Eagles. In the regular season finale, the Rams lost a heartbreaking overtime to Reeths Puffer 78-76, but the Hilltoppers knew they had come a long way and were ready to challenge the tournament opponents. At the District tournament in Kentwood, the Rams went in as an outside chance and ended up in the Finals after defeating Grand Ledge (54-46), and in a dutch win defeating rival Ottawa (66-61). The loss to Creston (69-63) in the Finals was especially tough because the team played so well. This year Honors went to Darrell Ingram. Ingram, the team ' s leading scorer, who made All-City, and to Robert Thomas and Richard Naves who made All-City Honorable Mention. Coach Daining expresses his appreciation to Coach Owens and his Sophomore Team for their 14-6 season and to Coach Mike Despres and his Freshman Team who dedicated their trophy-winning season in the memory of their former coach Fred Hoffert. 134 Russell Kelly with a jump shot. Darrell Ingram fighting the tip. : . - ... , i Pressure free throw by Freight Train Thomas. 135 Front Row (left to right): Ray Burrell, JeffPirtle, Jewell Lyles, Willie Cooley, Donnell Little, Charles Ivy. Back Row (left to right): Maurice Walton, AH Thomas, Mike Alexander, Q.T. McCrae, Ladell Eaton, Zack Harris, Brian Fallen. ?. V. PagfeertmU This year ' s J.V. Basketball team should bring a championship to Central High with a little luck and determination. This year ' s team was a good one, 14-6 for the year, and undefeated out of town. The group has been together for four years since the seventh grade. As Freshmen, they were 15-2, which adds up to a two-year record of 22-8, which is outstanding. Congratulations are also in order to Coach Owens who has done a fine job directing the talents of these young men. This year ' s awards voted by the team members are as follows: Co-captains Zack Harris and Jeff Pirtle, Most Improved Ali Thomas, Best Defense Fadell Eaton, Most Valuable Player Brian Fallen. Owens J 36 Front Row (left to right): Mitch Baker, Loydd Anderson, Raymond Dewey, Robert Bazan, Terry Rosyst, Tony Duchnowski, Stephan Palmer. Back Row (left to right): Carlton Brewster, Kelly Marion, Alan Cain, Cleo ' White, Charles Cooley, James Buggs, Thaddeus Buggs, Marvin Atkinson, Kelly Young. Jfrestyman JgagktbaU The Freshman Basketball season at Central was made up of hills and valleys. At seasons end they finally hit Pikes Peak by winning the City Class B Championship. Throughout the year they stayed close in every contest with the exception of 4 games, those games being against the so-called ' powerhouses of the city. It was a year of adjustment , maturing, and develop- ing as basketball players as well as young men. The team showed vast improvements as the year went on, as indicated by their strong finish. Coach Mike DesPres states, This group of guys are likeable and coachable, and will do a fine job representing Central ' s J.V. Basketball team next season. City Tournament Class B Central 65 - Ottawa 61 Central 64 - West Middle 38 I • di £88 Coach Mr. Mike DesPres 137 Front Row (left to right): Manager Joe VanHolstyn, Alex Fernandez, Mike Williams, Steve Lovely, Greg Stoken, Bob Skibbe, Rick Denhof, James Riggs. Back Row (left to right): Rick Fry, Steve Miller, Dave VanHolstyn, Gary Malfroid, Rick Nyenhuis, Bill Creager. Missing: Darnell James, Tony Taft, David Paul. l arsttp OTresitlmg Central ' s Varsity Wrestling team had a 3-9 duaJ season this year, finishing last in both the League and City Meets. However, the prospects look good for next year as the team will only lose three Seniors, Dave VanHolstyn, Juan Martinez and J.C. Whitfield. Returning next year will be Juniors Gary Malfroid, Greg Stoken, Rich Denhof; Sophomores Rich Fry, Mike Williams and Dave Pabon. All were medal winners in the City Meet. Other returnees with 10 or more Varsity match experiences are Juniors Bob Skibbe, Bill Creager, Rick Nyenhuis, Darnell James, Alex Fernandez and Sophomore Steve Miller. OPPONENTS WE THEY Fruitport 16 54 Muskegon 24 39 Wayland 16 39 F.H. North 20 37 Creston 26 29 Ionia 30 35 Union 28 24 Catholic Central 12 48 Cadillac 48 17 Ottawa 17 33 Kelloggsville 39 21 West Catholic 14 43 138  ; ft Graduating Seniors: (left to right): J.C. Whitfield, Dave VanHolstyn, Juan Martinez. Sr. Dave VanHolstyn, record 31-6-0, took 6th in State in the 185 wt. class; he was team Captain and was named Most Valuable. Dave holds 15 team records. His total career record is 73-20-1, and he ' s made 42 career pins. Coach John Pellirito looks forward to next season. Jr. Gary Malfroid, record 23-11-0. Gary ' s made 16 pins this season, and was a medalist in 5 tournaments. Here (above) Gary has his opponent in a cross-face hold. J 39 Front Row (left to right): Dave Pabon, Abel Soto. Back Row (left to right): Jerry Cole, Coach Mr. Harry Kuipers, Dan Pabon. Missing: Coach Mr. Vree, Terry Thomas, Tony Taft. J. V. Wrestling Central ' s J.V. Wrestling team showed real determi- nation this year, finishing with an impressive 10-1 record. This year ' s Reserves were highly competitive, shutting out two opponents. These tough Sopho- mores will make a fine contribution to next year ' s Varsity Wrestling team. OPPONENTS F.H. Northern Way land Ionia Catholic Central Union Ottawa Crest on Cadillac Kelloggsville West Catholic Christian THEY WE 18 36 46 12 12 27 3 21 50 6 18 18 21 9 3 24 5 21 16 21 140 Front Row (left to right): Gary Britton, Jim Stoken, Jon Taft. Back Row (left to right): Kevin Pearson, John Rybski, Paul Scheidel, Coach Mr. Harry Kuipers. Jtetman Wrestling eam The freshman wrestling team had to go through the season with only six members as opposed to twelve members on a full team. Consequently, our record as a team was not very outstanding. As individuals, however, great effort was put forth during practice and competition. This effort was rewarded as Jim Stoken, the captain of the team, placed second in his weight class, (132 lbs.) and John Rybski placed third. The others John Taft, Paul Scheidel and Gary Britton did a fine job for the team. We hope to see these men wrestle for Central again next year. TEAM PLA YER ' S SCORES WINS LOSSES Jim Stoken (2nd in City) Gary Britton Kevin Pearson (2nd in City) Paul Scheidel 8 1 7 1 1 4 2 8 Jon Rybski (3rd in City) Jon Taft 5 3 4 3 141 Top Row (left to right): Pat Baker, Debbie Meeuwsen, Linda Gills, Coach Mr. Ranson, Theresa Stanton, Beth Barile, Barb Mclntyre. Bottom Row (left to right): Terri Majewski, Carrie Urbanski, Brooke Zandee, Lisa Welch, Sylvia Smith, Patti Rempalski, Beth Zandee. trte ' 2 mna£ttcsi eam Another successful season for the ' 76 Gymies. This season was highlighted in the City Meet where the Central Gymnasts dominated the competition and took 11 of the possible 15 medals. The team was lead by Seniors Barb Mclntyre, Theresa Stanton, Pat Baker, and Junior Beth Barile. All three Seniors qualified for the State Meet by placing in Regional; Pat Baker got 1st in Vault, Barb Mclntyre was 5th on the Uneven Bars, and Theresa Stanton was 10th on the Uneven Bars. Next year promises to be an even better year With Captain Barb Mclntyre turning over the team to next years Captain Beth Barile and many other promising gymnasts. OPPONENTS THEY WE St. John ' s 84 88 Ionia 71 88 Lowell 62.10 84.75 East G.R. 101.75 86 Rockford 83.55 87.75 Rogers 103.65 99.35 Christian 41.2 68 Creston 55.40 67.95 Ottawa 44.70 76.65 Union 54.20 65.15 142 Debbie Meeunsen (top, left) performing on the Uneven Bars, Barb Mcltyre (top, right) performing in a Floor Ex., Lisa Welch (bottom, left) on the Balance Beam, and Theresa Stanton (bottom, right) on the Uneven Bars. DUAL MEET: 8 Wins - 2 loses 1st in City Duals 1st in City Meet 7th in Regionals 1 5th in State Finals 145 1 1 H i 1 | 0® ® r 1 1 1 AJ At ivj! 2. Br _ jfl . dMJr I 1 ■ - ft 5 - ' - V 4 ; 7 ff- rl Front Row (7eft to right): Mark Mitchell, Greg Vandenberg, Frank Ontiveros, Jim McCarthy, John Vandenberg, Steve Green. Back Row (left to right): Mark Justema, Mark Vandermyde, Larry Patten, John Deering, Kevin Balczak, Dave Stepanovich, Coach Marty LeMonnier, Jerry McCarthy, Jeff Stepanovich, Don Serba, Chuck Patten. Missing: John Davin, Manager Cliff Worden. Pop ' s Tarsttp ||ocfeep eam In their first year of hockey here at Central, the Rams made believers out of the non-believers. After an expected start during the first half of the season (1-7-1), the team began to operate as a well-seasoned unit. Climbing from last place, the Rams finished 2nd in the City division, and lost to Kenowa Hills in the finals of State Regionals. Highlights of the year included the 1st shut-out by goalie Frank Ontiveros 6-0 against Christian, a 6 goal game by Mark Justema and an 8 point game by Jerry McCarthy (5 goals - 3 assists). Defense keyed the 2nd half surge led by the hard checking team of Don Serba and Jeff Stepanovich. Goal tending came on strong with Frank Ontiveros playing outstanding in the nets. Returning lettermen Jim McCarthy, Jeff and Dave Stepanovich, Mark VanderMyde, Frank Ontiveros and John Vandenberg will be the key to next year ' s success. Four players were elected to the City All-Star team: 1st Team ■ Mark Justema, Jerry McCarthy; Honorable Mention - Mark VanderMyde and Don Serba. (L to R): Central ' s Jim McCarthy, Dave Stepanovich and Jerry McCarthy. 144 Top Row (left to right); Coach Tom McDermott, Wayne DeWitt, Wayne Toppel, Todd Teachout, Kirk Beckman, Bruce Emaus, Ron Uecker. Bottom Row (left to right): Mike Young, Randy VanDuinen, Kevin Pine, Gary Mosher, Randy Marshall, Jim Vaughn, Ron Bechtel. Pops ' Varsity i£ totm QTeam The Central High ' s Boys ' Swim Team won its first swim meet in four years defeating Calvin Christian 87-83. This was an important win for the team for it is a young team and one that will be using the new swimming pool at G.R.J.C. next year. Bruce Emaus had an outstanding year in diving by going un- defeated in all meets and taking first place in the City Meet. Ron Uecker, Wayne DeWitt, Todd Teachout and Kirk Beckman all had a fine senior year with the team. Kevin Pine, Wayne Mosher, Ron Bechtel, Gary Mosher, Mike Young and Jim Vaughn all provided fine underclassmen depth. Mr. McDermott is looking forward to next season when the team moves into its new home pool at the outstanding facility at J.C., for it will give the students at Central a chance to have their own pool to practice in. The entire team is expressing the same sentiment - Wait ' til next season. 145 Front Row (left to right): Bonnie Martinez, Ruth Emaus, Connie Mitchell, Melissa Mabin, Laurie Scharphorn, Sarah Cooden, Barb Riley. Back Row (left to right): Coach Miss Wiers, Joyce Stewart, Angela Paul, Denise Butler, Jean Wilkening, Mary Booker, Julie Peck, Tammy Farwell, Manager Ann Bonczak. feivlx ' UolleptjaU team The 1976 Girl ' s Volleyball team won the City Championship for the third year in a row. They won 7 matches and lost only one in the city league. They d efeated Kentwood for the right to go to the Regionals in Benton Harbor. There, they beat out Battle Creek Lakeview in the first match but lost to Niles in the second. However, on the whole, the season was yet another fantastic one with a season overall record of eleven wins and two losses. OPPONENTS THEY WE Creston 7,4 15,15 Ottawa 9,6 15,15 Union 9,16,6 14,14,15 Christian 19,5,5 17,15,15 Creston 7,15,13 15,12,15 Ottawa 9,13 15,15 Union 6,15 15,15 Christian 6,14,16 15,12,14 Rockford- Varsity 7,0 15,15 Rockford-J. V. 8,15,6 15,10,15 East Kentwood 11,6 15,15 Battle Creek Lakeview 3,11 15,15 Niles 15,15 3,11 146 147 Kneeling (left to right): Wade Chilton, Mike Young, Dave Ranee, Frank Ontiveros, Mike Demario, Bill Burchard. Standing (left to right): Rocky Kitchen, Dave Hatch, Jim VanVliet, Tim Ward, Tom Reber, Ed Campbell, David Martin, Steve Whip, Mark Vandermyde, Bill Jenkins, Willie Taylor, Todd Schuhman, Robert Thomas, Mark Minnema, Jim Sayer. Missing: Ed Sayer. Vmity Paftball Central ' s Baseball prospects for 1976 look promising with a great many returning lettermen being the main reason for this optimism. The pitching of Jim VanVliet, Robert Thomas and Dave Ranee gives the team a solid pitching trio that should provide the opposition with much to think about. Also returning are Bill Burchard, Mark Minnema, Rocky Kitchen, Tom Reber and Willy Taylor. With Mike Young returning to Central this year, Coach Duquette feels the team has a good, solid second baseman. Also Juniors Dave Hatch and Frank Ontiveros along with Mark Vandermyde have shown promise. Last year ' s team was weak defensively, and if they improve this part of their game, there should be a lot of wins chalked up by this year ' s Varsity Baseball team! ' ■ Coach Mr. David Duquette 14S Kneeling (left to right): Terry Bates, Ted Stoken, Dave Pabon, Jeff Scharphorn, Gary Mick, Steve Spangler, Dan Pabon. Standing, Middle (left to right): John Danick, Joe Golden, Bruce Andrews, Earl Batenbuig, Jim Stamas, Matt Vandermyde, Terry Bowerman, Jim VanOosten. Standing, Back (left to right): Chris Zaborski, MaxMerryman, Jeff Stepanovich, Ron Schollaat, Greg Osborn, Chuck Sypkowski, Gary Sietsma. Missing: Michael Alexander. f. V. 3toetjaU Hard work and enthusiasm has highlighted this year ' s Junior Varsity Baseball Team. A fast start this season has brought aspirations for a championship. The team members have been working on the skills of baseball so that they might contribute to the Varsity Team next year. Early Season Scores OPPONENTS Catholic Central West Catholic Ottawa Union Christian Creston THEY 3 5 5 3 1 5 WE 7 5 6 9 4 ... Coach: Tom Jeltema 149 Kneeling (left to right): Joe Roezegnal, Don Curry, Dan Anderson, John Foley, Tony Duchnowski, Walt Detz. Standing (left to right): Ken Idema, Mike Reid, Ed Thurkettle, Rolando Vela, John Rybski, Jim Ferrel, Alex Bohatch, John Whip. Missing: Greg Vandenbery. JfresiJjman ageball With a turnout of fifteen candidates, another Freshman baseball season was launched under the first year coach Mr. Harvey. Although the young Rams have had limited success in the past, a successful season is anticipated. Coach: Mr. Harvey 150 Kneeling (left to right): Jamie French, Cheryl Klunder, Tarn Elders, Melissa Mabin, Laura Scharphorn. Standing (left to right): Head Coach Miss Wiers, Sarah Gooden, Melissa McVicar, Carol Kehres, Danirae Harris, Anne Bonczyk, Andrea Morgan, Heidi Uecker, Julie Peck, Karla Moelker, Jean Wilkening, Joyce Stewart, Ass ' t. Coach Miss Wierenga. Girls ' g ofttmU torn The 1976 Softball team had a slow start, losing their first two games. The highlight of the season was when the team had a 6-4 victory over West Catholic to end their winning streak. The first half of the season ended with 3 victories and 3 losses, but the last half should prove to be much better. The Seniors Tarn Elders, Sarah Gooden, Karla Moelker and Jean Wilkening will certainly be missed next year. 151 iM 8 3 - ' 8 - 9 First Row (seated, left to right): Willie W ' air, Terry Thomas, Paul Ivy, Jim Gradzinskas , Ken McKoy, Mike Smith. Second Row (left to right): Jon Grigware, Jim Short, Carlton Withley, Sam Russo, Al Leal, Darnell James, Chris McGruder. Third Row (left to right): J.C. Whitfield, Gary Malfroid, Tim Eno, Earl Hopewell, Isreal Jones, David Paul, Ernest Brewster, Fred Matthews. Missing: Elmer Drew, Mark Drew, Tony Davis, Darryl Ingram. Pop ' IrTarsrttp Wcatk Seam The 1976 Varsity Track team lacks great numbers, but filled with great spirit and competitiveness is looking forward to a successful season. The team is lead by Senior stand-outs: Michael Smith, Paul Ivy, Elmer Drew, Carlton Withley, Jim Short and Isreal Jones; Juniors: Gary Malfroid and Chris McGruder, and Sophomore sensation Terry Thomas. These players should be a contributing force in the City League race this year, predicted by Coach Joe Jeltema. Coaches: Bill Church (left) and Joe Jeltema (right). 152 SgSBSS.f __ TRACK B3 Kneeling: C. Cooley. Standing (left to right): M. Bakker, K. Marion, P. Scheidel, J. Buggs, C. Brewster. Missing: M. Adkinson, B. Boguslowski, L. Anderson. Jfresfijman Crack This year ' s Freshman Track Team was rather small, but had some excellent talent. Some of the better performers were Carlton Brewster in the 440 and 220 races, Paul Scheidel in the mile, and Kelly Marion in the hurdles. All of the freshmen should be a welcome addition to the Varsity Track Team next year. Coach: Mr. Brown 1 c j3 First Row (seated, left to right): Sheri Jolman, Crystal Black, Barb Stone, Cindy McKoy, Monica Taylor, Pam Battles, Judy Maciejewski. Second Row (left to right): Angela Paul, Sue Mast, Vicki Thompson, Deb Parish, Deborah Garmon, Nora Johnson. Third Row (left to right): Asst. Coach Miss Mayhew, Coach Miss Preston, Betsy VanderV aal, Bonnie Martinez, Michelle Gummere, JoAnn Heintz, Annette Phillips, Jackie Moore, Cindy Oom, Manager Jill Heintz. trlsi ' racfe Ceam The Varsity Track team this year had some outstanding individuals. However, any coach would classify the 1976 season as a building year due to the fact that 75% of the team consisted of Freshmen and Sophomores, with only four Seniors: Deb Parish, Deborah Garmon, Cindy Oom and Tena Haner. The talent and .desire to win of the team members portrays a very positive attitude towards next season. y HHI J 54 Front Row (left to right): Coach Mr. Spaan, Tim Chasseur, Pete Katsampes, Dean Koukios, Duy Tran, Chuck Kennedy, Joe Videan, Pete Fotieo, Tom Joyce. Back Row (left to right): Jim Brechting, Eric Purins, Jim Myaard, Mike Birze, Bruce Benson, Louis Sinigos, Dave VanHolstyn, Jeff Cebelak. Popg ' Cemtt£ The Boy ' s Tennis team on balance this year, is stronger than last year with the late addition of their first Vietnamese Varsity player, Duy Tran. Seniors returning for the third year are Jim Brechting, Jeff Cebelak, Tim Chasseur and Dave VanHolstyn. All are playing singles. In doubles, Coach Spaan expects to use Mike Birze, Bruce Benson, Tom Joyce, Chuck Kennedy, Jim Myaard and Eric Purins ' , all of whom are returning for their second year. New members are Pete Fotieo, Pete Katsampes, Dean Kuokios, Joe Videan and Louis Sinigos. The team has good morale, and every player works hard and is cooperative. This year for the first time, there will be a Most Valuable Player Award and a Most Improved Player Award given out at the end of the season. Senior: Dave VanHolstyn J55 Left to Right: Carol Hankiewicz, Annette Ernwall, Barb Riley, Mary Steffens, Chris Yared, Dawn VanderPloeg, Coach Mr. Luebke. ivl$ ' olf The Girl ' s Golf team had an exciting season this year, upsetting Christian the defending champion. There was a lot of good improvement by the members of last years team, Seniors Carol Hankiewicz, and Annette Ernwall; Juniors Dawn Vanderploeg, Mary Steffens, and Chris Yared; plus newcomers Sophomores Barb Riley, and Sara Meussen lead the team to a successful season. Another highlight to the season was when the team defeated Union with an outstanding score of 5-0. Dawn VanderPloeg getting teed off. 156 Central ' s Athletic Director: Mr. James Schultz Karen Boguslawoski and Barb Malfroid volunteered their help in the Athletic Office. ®mtit g taff Credit should be given to Mr. Schultz our Athletic Director, for the work he has done in organizing the various sports functions of the school. Mr. Schultz supervised over the athletic activities through the year and has graciously devoted his time to helping student body involved with sports. Mr. Abbott should also be acknowledged for the work he does in selling insurance to the athletic participants, and organizing preseason physicals. Karen Boguslawski and Barb Malfroid should be credited for their volunteer work in the athletic office. They have given generously of their time in selling tickets for the games and keeping the records, files of the athletes in order, and posting the sports schedules in the main hall. 157 159 ■ . • The ram is a strong, fine animal, technically known as the Ovis Canadensis, Rocky Mountain Sheep, or the Bighorn. The ram is a large mammal, weighing up to three-hundred pounds and standing three and a half feet at the shoulder. The most noted characteristic of the ram is his pair of horns. The recorded length of the longest horns is forty-nine inches - this is almost two complete turns. With keen sense of smell and hearing, it is almost impossible to sneak up on the ram. But when confronted, he will fight to the finish. Earns lo- V 1( J st Row: Kitty Syarkouski, Kim Fedewa. 2nd Row: Marie Pulte, Kathy Allen. 3rd Row: Jamie Boelens, Perry Donnelly, Loreaine Toppel. Jfresfjman Cfjeerleabersf The Freshmen cheerleaders are a credit to their class. The ninth grade is the smallest class in the school, but spirit-wise, the cheerleaders make up for the deficiency. Though they get little support or recognition from the rest of the school, they deserve a thanks for their contribution to the spirit and successes of our Freshmen sports program. 163 Tammy Boorsma, Patty Rempubki, Lisa Welch, Sylvia Smith, Connie Mitchell, Barb Malfroid, Teresa Cole, Sue Feringa, Sandra Jasinski, Beth Semeyn. 3 . V. Cijeerleabersi The 1975-76 Junior Varsity cheerleaders are a great little group. This summer, along with practice, they sponsored car washes and a leap-a-thon to raise money for camp. When they got to camp, these spirited young lasses took three second place ribbons in compe- tition and shared honors with the Varsity squad in three spirit awards. Sponsor: Miss Pat Baker 164 1st Row: Lisa Wood, Marcia Boelens, Lori Prins, Doris Nelson. 2nd Row: Beth Barile, Julie Beckman, Merri Piette, Sally Kinqsnorth. Uarsfttp Cfjeerkabers The 1975-76 Varsity cheerleaders are a commendable lot. Through losing seasons, rain, and empty bleachers they kept up their spirit and enthusiasm when no one else had. At summer camp they took two first places and one second in competition and took the three top spirit awards with the help of the J.V. squad. 165 1st Row: (Officers) Mary Steffens, Jill Heintz, Marilyn DeMaagd, Mary Hieshetter. 2nd Row: Mike Schneider, Laura Andrews, Louis Sinigos, Tim Hatch, Heidi Uecker. 3rd Row: Robert Fohlbrook, Mark Nagel, Joe Thompson, Arnie Ruperts, Holly Uecker, Cindy Oom, Joanne Rummelt, Sponsor Mr. Kuipers. 4th Row: Scott Andrews, Tom Bigelow, Wally Zusmanis. (gentian Club The German Club has about twenty members who have been quite active this school year. A trip to Frankenmuth, Michigan was made in the fall of 1 975-76 school year for ten of Central ' s German students. Money was raised throughout the year by the sale of candy. The profits from these sales were used for various purposes, one of which was a Christmas party featuring German food. In an effort to make this course as relevant and realistic as possible, a number of second year students plan to teach German at an elementary school level for one-half hour each week. The informal discussions and extra curricular activities have created a feeling of togetherness and a relaxed atmosphere in class. 166 1st Row: Angela Paul, Tom Joyce, Neil Venable, Denise VanDyke, Julie Lemcool, Ginger Klieboer. 2nd Row: Mrs. Leslie (sponsor), Steve Miller, Dan Cash, Russ Bono, Bob Rohlofs. 3rd Row: Bruce Benson, Thomas Whitfield, Jeff Stephanvich, Inga Kornets, Tom Reber, Dave Pucce. JUttn Club The Latin Club is a group of students whose objective is to learn more about the culture and life of Latin-speaking people. This year ' s club was active in candy sales and other various money-making projects. Mrs. Leslie is their sponsor and advisor. 167 1st Row: Holly Uecker, Carol Hankiewicz, Debbie Meeasen, Chris Yared, Dawn VanderPloeg, Linda Zarzecki, Carolyn Sawle, Becky Badeau, Sponsor Ms. Sikkema. 2nd Row: Karla Moelker, Ruth Emaus, Kim Selbach, Sally Kingsnorth, Cindy Oom, Tammy Farwell, Nina Marcinowski, Mary Steffens, Jean Wilkening. gona Agona is a group of girls chosen by the old members that meet the requirements of carrying a 3.0 grade point average, and possessing a major letter or having been in GRA for one full year. These girls must also be socially active. The club holds meetings at each other ' s homes, where they have small buffets together in a relaxed atmosphere to discuss various projects. Candy sales and other activities help to earn money. The money the club has earned currently is to be used to purchase a record case for girls ' sports. The members also vote on a senior of the club who will receive a scholarship going towards college. Other activities engaged in are donations to the Santa Claus girls and collections of food to give to needy families during the holidays. loS Carol Hankiewicz ( Treasurer), Cindy Oom (Secretary), Jean Wilkine (Vice-President), Debbie Meusen (President). AH the comforts of home. I Gotta be me! (69 1st Row: Cheryl Faasse, Sally Kingsnorth, Merri Piette, Kim Selbach, Debbie Meeusen, Cherylou Sargent, Inga Kornets, Julie Lemcool. 2nd Row: Jeff Cebelak, Carol Faasse, Jean Wilkine. Karla Moelker, Karen Bofuslawski, Dorcus Heinz, Barb Ward, Tim Chasseur. 3rd Row: Becky Green, Sandy Alyea, Arnold Ruperts, Sue Dryer, John Cash, Charles Paf ten. 4th Row: Beth Miller, Carol Rittenhouse, Kathy Patterson, Chuck Tolhurst, Paul Kelly. Rational Honor g octet| The National Honor Society is made up of those seniors who have accomplished high academic achievement throughout their high school years. They hold candy sales and other money-making activities during the year. They are known for the services they render to the community. Their advisor is Miss Schriber. Officers (left to right): Pres. Cheryl Faasse, Vice-Pres. Tim Chasseur, Sec. Kim Selbach. (Missing, Noreen Palumbo, Treas.) 170 Ill 1st Row: S. Roselonic, T. Nelson, B. Semeyn, D. Smith, P. Rempulski, S. Smith, E. Weber. 2nd Row: L. Anderson, J. Michaels, P. VanGorp, T. Farwell, J. Heintz, P. Thompson, S. Sylvia, E. Rucker. 3rd Row: L. Prins, J. Beckman, P. Dertien, M. Steffens, L. Merdzinski, L. Garfield, J. Jauw, I. Kornets, S. Kingsworth. i§ tubent Council This year ' s student council was the best it ' s been in a while. We had much student participation, which helped for a successful year. Besides sponsoring the traditional Boy ' s Heaven, the council also helped out with the fight against muscular dystrophy by collecting money on St. Patrick ' s Day. In order to revive school pride, a special research committee spent a lot of spare time looking up old facts about our school and its history. 17 :. 1st Row: Sue Sylvia, Jan Doran, Laura Garfield, Debbie Scott, Shelley Merdzinski. 2nd Row: Ellen Weber, Jayne Johnson, Terri Nelson, Liz Merdzinski, Sue Rosloniec. 3rd Row: Pat Dertien, Lori Prins, Lori Anderson, Julie Beckman, JoMarie Michaels. 4th Row: Terri Putnam, Carol Waem. $ep Club While attending a school sports function, did you ever look around you and wonder where all those signs came from? Or d d you ever try to find out who those people sitting in the front row at the pep assemblies yelling their heads off were? This is the Pep Club. They spend a great deal of their time boosting school spirit and supporting our athletic teams. These people did a great job this year, and Mr. Merizon was a good influence as their advisor. 173 i£ tu ent gfobtsorp Council 1st Row: Vincent Lewis, Ronnie Beards, Tom Joyce, James Jauw, Dawn VanderPloeg. 2nd Row: Martha Reyna, Doris Nelson, Dave Nelson, Sally Kingsnorth, Cotty Whittley, Marcia Boelens. The Student Advisory Council (S.A.C.) is a council comprised of students from every grade and is headed by Mr. Perrin. The main purpose of the S.A.C. is to represent the entire student body in school relating matters. The S.A.C. was involved in the annual student exchange day. The council also was in charge of an office where students who were having problems could go to the room and talk to people their own age, who could be their voice to the administration. 174 1st Row: Cindy Oom, Cherylou Sargent, Chuck Tolhurst, Carol Faasse, Jerry Bostelaar, Barb Ward. 2nd Row: Sue Dryer, Sue Rosloniec, Jean Wilkine, Martha Reyna, Kim Potter, Beth Miller. 3rd Row: Kathy Patterson, Jeff Cebelak, Paul Kelly, Tim Chasseur, Advisor Mr. Treur. Senior Wfjersi Our Senior Ushers are a great bunch of kids specially selected to guide people to their seats at all school functions held in our auditorium. Some of these activities include school plays, concerts and pep assemblies. Their sponsor and advisor is Mr. Jan Truer. Head Ushers: Barb and Jerry 175 pernor pant Many people have the idea that our senior band are those individuals who play the national anthem before football games and march at halftime. Well, they are! But they are also much more. They have done such things as playing at Woodland Mall and marching in parades. They are a great group and it is a pleasure to listen to them. Director: Mr. Knowles 176 177 junior Ct)oir 1st Row: Cathy Fingleton, Donnell Little, Michael Frierson, Crystal Black, Jean Wood, Mary Wardell, Linda Vert. 2nd Row: Adnan Brown, Rodney McKenfry, Dawn Harris, Angela Jones, Gloria Hill, Judy Howe, Sandra Allen. 3rd Row: Les Belbot, Connie Meidema, Carolyn Mahen, Alice Hunter, Liz Ray, Cheryl Madges, Linda VanOrden, Cay Venable. 4th Row: Debbie Miggins, Debbie LaValley, Teresa Morgan, Barb Holt, Frances Berethy, Cathy Swain, Mary Jenkins, Deeta Look. 1st Row: Tina Anderson, Cheri Ypma, Marjorie Huddleston, Debbie McGee, Susan Nolan, Debbie Larsen, Kathy McConnaughey. 2nd Row: Cynthia Reynolds, Debbie Schrouder, Tamme Boorsma, Lea Bruesch, Tina Dykstra, Chris McCruder. 3rd Row: Janet Gardiner, Danirae Harris, Sophia Akridge, Jackie Cole, David Schmitzer. 4th Row: Birtha Alexander, Annie White, Rochelle Poison, Carrie Braun, Liz Chesbro, Val Steinbrecher, Joyce Robinson, Denise Thomas. 17S % li !W m m ■ -. Senior Cfjotr CLeft to Right, Back to Front): Nancy Hastings, Margie Misiewicz, Debbie Palmer, Tena Haner, Debbie Howard, Becky Badeau, Cruz Ortega, Debbie Dunstan, Janet Ashley, Anne Carey, Nancy Meus ' er, Janet Anes, Annette Jacobs, Pat Rector, Linda Taylor, Mary Stevens, Dan Russo, Dave Nelson, Doris Scott, Beth Kleersnyder, Chris Zarzecki, Jack Gibson, Anne Boddy, Leatha Fischer, Jane Balder, Terri Osmun, Kathy Malfroid, Brenda Pearson, Joe Hammer, Becky Bartaway, Bill Belbot, Janice Gardener, Cheryl Griffin, Leah Buggs, Leza Robinson, Cathy VanOrden, Keith VanderWeide, Lori Bruesch, Mark Marshall, Doris Burns, Sylvester Robinson, Julie Peck. 179 1st Row: Lon Norman, Mark Marshall, Kathy Malfroid, Chris Zarzecki, Dave Nelson, Val Taylor, Becky Badeau. 2nd Row: Keith VanderWyde, Kathy VanOrden, Mary Stevens, Levi Figures, Janet Ashley, Noreen Palumbo. Jfflabrigate Madrigals is a special group of our school ' s finest singers. This talented bunch spend much time practicing and performing for school functions and making tours to other schools. They work hard to produce fine entertainment, and we are proud to have such a grand group here at Central. Advisor: Mr. Huls ISO 1st Row: Julie Lemcool, Nancy Kelley, Tammy Farwell, Denise VanDyke, Debbie Farwell. 2nd Row: Grady Rawson, Mike Belcher, Sharon McKnight, Carolyn Mahan, Mark Nagel, Karen Kelley. rd)egtra Central ' s orchestra is made up of a group of very talented musicians. They played at this year ' s musical and the Arts Festival. They performed music of all styles and periods at the American Composers Concert, Christmas Concert, and at the Pops Concert. Their director and sponsor is Mrs. Roman. Officers: Pres.-Mark Nagel, Librarian-Karen Kelley, Equipment-Grady Rawson, Secretary-Julie Lemcool. 181 1st Row: Charles Tolhurst, Kathy Malfroid, Sheryl Obiedzinski, Kathy Creager, David Robinson. 2nd Row: David Paul, Brian Timmer, Wayne Toppel, John Korolewicz, Richard Peay, Mark Currier, Jamie Blomeling, Mike Stott, James Coates, Allan VanderMark, Steve Tompkins, Mark Anderson, Joe Schneider, Jerry Kubiak. Missing: Jeff Fluegel. fa panb Our Jazz Band is something to be proud of. They are under the direction of Mr. Knowles. Their music was heard at a number of concerts and festivals. Many community functions were blessed with our fantastic sounds. Savory Street Restaurant was an example of their great talents. 1S2 Left to Right: Lady Burrell, Tony Willis, Susan Buggs, Lenny McKoy, Yolanda Moore, Robert Thomas, Judy Floyd. M i§ tubent Union The purpose of the Black Student Union is to increase the awareness of minority contributions to American History. At the same time, they increase the social atmosphere of the school so that it is inclusive of minorities. They encourage a community awareness and a strength in unity approach to problems. Advisor: Mr. Owens 18 ' 5 1st Row: Lori Prins, Jerry Bostelaar, Lisa Wood, Lori Anderson. 2nd Row: Inga Kornets, Bob Skibbe, Beth Barile, Kirk Beckman. 3rd Row: David Paul, Andrea Morgan, Gary Malfroid. 4th Row: Tony Harris, Judy Upton, Dick Bowhuis, Shirley Nunnaley. My Club The Key Club is comprised of male and female students of any grade. It is a service organization sponsored by the downtown Kiwanis Club. They have sponsored candy sales, worked with the Northeast Complex, worked on Kiwanis Travelogs, and various other projects. The main objective is the development of leadership and to develop a positive community service attitude among Central students. lob 1st Row: Ann Wilkening, Kim Blozinski, Eloise Marshall. 2nd Row: Sara Meeusen, Sheri Runyan, Laurie Bosowski. . . a. G.R.A. stands for Girls Recreation Association. The G.R.A. is a group of girls who meet after school and have a great time playing sports, games, picnics, or just talk. An initiation takes place each fall for those girls who wish to participate. The club is open to all girls. Sponsor: Mrs. Haglund 187 1st Row: Gloria Waem, Debbie Scott, Cherylou Sargent, Frank Lafata, Donna Ledford, Jane Beardsley, Pat Childs. 2nd Row: Terri Putnam, Roger Alighire, Earl Hopewell, Raenelle Sinke, Lisa Thomas. Eampageg g taff Advisor: Mr. David Barkema The Rampages Staff is the group of kids who put together the school newspaper which covers all of Central ' s major happenings and sports events. It also carries special articles about things such as school spirit, zodiac signs, and poetry written by some of our own students. This year ' s staff worked hard to get the paper out on time and to keep Central students informed. ri 1st Row: MerriPiette, Marcia Boelens. 2nd Row: Rhonda Button, Kim Selbach, Cindy Oom. 3rd Row Chris Pruett, Cindy Boverhof, Toni Pond, Chuck Kennedy. Every page in this book was created by one or several members of the Helios Staff. These are the people who put the memories of your high school years together in one book for you to keep. There is a great amount of time and effort put forth by the staff in taking pictures, doing write-ups, and just putting it together. With the help of Mr. David Barkema, the kids of this year ' s staff have done a fantastic job. %dio$ g taff Drill Team e. 0, c e. Third Platoon 190 Color Guard Fourth Platoon Second Platoon 192 1st Row: Mam Gomez, Hope Rodriguez, Cruz Ortega, Debbie Monsalvo, Diamantina Martinez, Birdy Paiz, Betty DeLeon. 2nd Row: Becky Aiizola, Arturo Ramos, Henry Gonzalez, Hector Alvarez, Juan Martinez, Vicky Jimeniz. 3rd Row: Mr. Romero (Club Co-ordinator), David Saenz, Tony Rodriguez, Rolando Vela, Joso Benites, Rick Benites. latino Club The purpose of the Latino Club is to unify the Latino students in hopes that they may be able to experience learning both as members of a Latino group and part of the Central High School student body. Through this unity, a maintenance of their language and culture is stressed along with a better understanding of the language and culture of the dominant society. Pride in their rich ancestry is requested of all members as well as being proud that they are still Americans. The sponsors of the Lation Club are Mr. Roberto Saenz and Mr. Jose D. Romero. 193 1st Row: Lynn Bueche, Kathy Stanley, Laura Misiewicz, Ellen Weber, Sue Rosloniec, Sue Constant, Eloise Marshall, Ms. Snyder (Sponsor). 2nd Row: Sue Sylvia, Eddie Rucker, Terri Nelson, Julie Baas, Laurie Ward, Ida Griffin, Sue Glupker. 3rd Row: Sunny Lindsey, Debbie Rosloniec, Terry Putnam, Liz Merdzinski, Jim Bleeker, Carol Rittenhouse. p. 0. e. c. B.O.E.C. stands for Business Office Education Club. The club is comprised of both gals and guys who are interested in any aspect of the business field. Meetings are held and everyone joins in to help raise money for the big competition events. This year Central brought home four Regional awards plus the All-School Trophy. 194 1st Row: Bob Lewakoski, Laura Zandstra, Kathy Kindig, Ellen Weber, Carol Pierson, Chuck Kennedy, Bob Kosminski. 2nd Row: Jeff Barton, Sue Hansen, Craig Anderson, Mike Belcher, Steve McDnnaM Jfleb ta tbe£ Media Aides are a select group of volunteers who work in the I.M.C. These students come from study halls or are simply on released time. Selections are made on the basis of the individual student ' s attitudes, reliability and willingness to learn. Their duties are varied. Some are daily, others are on no schedule, thus making the job varied and non-routine. Because of the many services offered by the I.M.C, there are many corresponding duties to be done: filing books, checking out materials, cleaning up, filing magazines, helping students and teachers, cutting out newspaper articles for the Vertical File, delivering AV materials and machinery, filing Vocational File materials, reading shelves to make sure the books are in correct order, and taking the lists of students down to study hall. Of course, there are other jobs which are only done once or twice a year. As can be seen, with this many tasks, the library staff could never manage all of them by themselves. While the requirements are demanding and the work hard, the rewards are equally as great. The library staff is extremely appreciative of all the help given by the media aides. Hopefully, all students who use the I.M.C. will recognize the services provided by these volunteers and show them the respect they deserve. 19 ' :. (Left to right): Ed Campbell, Tim Ball, Rick Pifer, Bob Bodbyl, Lon Norman. Missing: Jack Gibson. i tage Creto The members of the Stage Crew are the guys behind the scene. They are the people responsible for everything having to do with the stage during any school functions taking place in the auditorium. The next time you attend any one of these functions and you see the curtain open or close, or a spotlight come on, you ' ll know that a member of the Stage Crew is hard at work somewhere in the auditorium to make whatever is going on a success. Frank Lafata 197 me wm$ me we e. Merri Jo Piette: Editor Organizations Marcia Jean Boelens: School Life Rhonda Britton: Underclassmen Kim Selbach: School Life Cindy Oom: Assistant Editor Sports Cindy Boverhof: Underclassmen Chuck Kennedy: Photographer IT.) Toni Pond: Faculty Vickie Portwood: Seniors Kathy Briel: Faculty 199 Senior ©trectorp A Abbgy, Bruce 106 Dwight, S.E. Freshman and J.V. Baseball. Alyea, Sandra 2969 Four Mile Rd., N.E. BOEC, Co-op, Honor Society. Ashley, Janet R 301 Maryland, N.E. Float Committee, Madrigals, Senior Choir, Senior Play, Musical, German Club. B Baez, Sonia 1026 Bates, S.E. Latino Club, Close-up. Beckman, Kirk W 1032 North Hampton, N.E. Key Club President, Varsity Boys ' Swimming. Beuche, Lynn M J 58 Woodside, N.E. BOEC. Blomeling, Allison 610 Atwood, N.E. Girls ' Varsity Track, Student Council Treasurer, Key Club. Boggs, Mary 31 1 Houseman, N.E. Rampages, Helios, Pep Club. Boggs, Teresa 31 1 Houseman, N.E. Pep Club, Helios, Rampages, French Club, Honor Society. Bostelaar, Jerry 1011 Vernon, N.E. Freshman and J.V. Football, Freshman and J.V. Basketball, Freshman Baseball, Varsity Track, Varsity Tennis, Key Club Vice-President, Senior Class Boy Advisor, Head Sr. Usher. Brewster, Cheryl Ann 1839 Madison, S.E. Girls ' Freshman Basketball, Senior Advisory Board, Student Council. Britton, Rhonda 476 Houseman, N.E. Helios, Rampages. Boelens, Marcia 542 Sinclair, N.E. J.V. and Varsity Cheerleader, Girls ' Varsity Track, Pep Club, S.A.C., Student Council Secretary, Honor Society, French Club, Senior Advisory Board, Yearbook, Homecoming Court. Brooks, Carolyn 1145 Paris, N.E. Butler, Denise 22 Batavia, N.E. Girls ' Varsity Track, Girls ' Varsity Basketball, Girls ' Varsity Volleyball, C-Club. C Campbell, Ed 2112Palace, S.W. J.V. Football, J.V. Basketball, J.V. and Varsity Baseball, German Club, Stage Crew. Cash, John 231 Lafayette, N.E. Honor Society. Cebelak, Jeff 2426 Leonard, N.E. Varsity Basketball, Varsity Tennis, Honor Society, Senior Usher. Chasseur, Tim 1023 Fountain, N.E. Senior Usher, Honor Society, Senior Advisory Board, Varsity Tennis. Couch, Brenda 703 Alexander, S.E. Pom Pom Girls, Black Student Union. D Davidson, Susan 410 Burton, S.W. Debate, Pep Club, Yearbook, Senior Float Com- mittee. Dobrey, Adele M 947 Lyon, N.E. GRA, BOEC, Honor Society, Co-op. Donaldson, Betty 1 850 Palace, S. W. Dryer, Susan 34 Kirtland, S. W. Honor Society, Senior Usher, Homecoming Float Committee. Dunstan, Debbie 220J Cranbrook, N.E. Senior Choir. E Ebenstein, Harold 2137 Jerome, S.W. Elders, Tammy 1 120 Lyon, N.E. Girls ' Varsity Softball. Emaus, Bruce 55 Mayfair, N.E. Varsity Swimming, Key Club, C-Club, Stage Crew, Model U.N. F Faasse, Carol 137 Benjamin, N.E. Senior Class Corresponding Secretary, Penny Queen, Honor Society ' , Pep Club, D.A.R. Repre- sentative. Fischer, Leatha 643 Hawthorne, N.E. Jr. and Sr. Choir, Musical. Fowler, Cheryl Lee ....... 843 Cottage Grove, N.E. Frierson, Cynthia 1952 Bradford, N.E. Black Student Union Secretary, Key Club, Student Council, Jr. and Sr. Class Work Committees. Fry, Penny 135 Langdon, N.E. G Garfield, Laura J 314 May field, N.E. Ski Club, Pep Club, Student Council, GRA, BOEC. Glupker, Susan J. . . 8080 Wilderness Lake Trail, N.E. BOEC Secretary. Gooden, Sarah 2364 Kent Blvd., N.E. German Club, Tennis, Basketball, C-Club, Volley- ball, Softball. 200 Green, Becky 710 Leonard, N.E. Pep Club, Student Council, Girls ' Varsity Track, Co-op. Griffin, Ida 215 Brown, S.E. BOEC. Gutierrez, Becky R 840 Oakland, S.W. H Hankiewicz, Carol 738 Lyon, N.E. GRA, Pep Club, Agona Treasurer, Golf Team, Musical, French Club Treasurer, J. A. Hansen, Sue 54 Lowell, N.E. Band, Majorettes, Library Aide, J.A., Glee Club. Hassel, Pamela 343 Wealthy, S.E. Student Council, Black Student Union, Key Club. Hill, Katherine 61 1 Wealthy, S.E. Black Student Union. Hondo, Fred 1 31 3 Eastern, N.E. 12 years at Central. Taken every girl to Lookout. Hubert, Lois Jean 928 Lake Mich. Drive, N. W. I Ivy, Paul Douglas 1259 Thomas, S.E. Baseball, Track, Cross Country, J. A., Gymnastics. J Jamo, Rob 818 Burke, N.E. Freshman Wrestling and Baseball, Cross Country, French Club, Latin Club, Senior Usher. Jeltema, Joseph Number 1 Turkey, N.W. King Big Lips, Frizzle Club President, Ugliest Dutch Boy, Teller of Worst Jokes in Central ' s History. Jones, Constance Faye 812 Kalamazoo, S.E. Senior Choir. Jordan, Emma 41 1 Paris, S.E. Justema, Mark 1824 Michigan, N.E. Hockey Team, J. A., Jr. Class Work Committee. K Karrip, Janie 557 Shirley, N.E. J.V. Cheerleader, Varsity Track, Ski Club, Gym- nastics. Kelly, Paul Joseph 130 Globe, N.E. Pep Club, French Club, J.V. Football, Tennis Team, Senior Play, National Honor Society, Jr. and Sr. Class President. Kingsnorth, Sally 231 Alten, N.E. GRA, Girls ' Freshman Basketball, French Club, Ski Club, Pep Club, Agona, Girls ' Varsity Swimming, J.V. and Varsity Cheerleader, Student Council, Student Advisory Council, Senior Usher, Senior Advisory Board, Senior Play. Kitchen, Rocky R 56 Mayfield, N.E. J.V. Football and Baseball, Varsity Wrestling, Football and Baseball, C-Club, German Club. Kornets, Ingrida D 740 Crescent, N.E. GRA, Student Council, Glee Club, Ski Club, Musical, Soph. Class Treasurer, Senior Choir, Jr. Class Secretary, Pep Club, Model United Nations, NHS, Agona, Key Club, Senior Play, Latin Club. L LaHuis, Diana 210 Diamond, N.E. Girls ' Varsity Track, Pep Club, Athletic Staff. Lindsey, Sunny 120 Eastern, N.E. BOEC, Senior Work Committee. Long, Virginia 605 Alexander, S.E. Lopez, Fabian 26 Caroline, N.E. Helios Staff. M MacMillan, Irene 527 Adams, S.E. J.A. Malfroid, Kathy Beth 117 Houseman, N.E. Jr. Choir, Sr. Choir, Madrigals, Sr. Band, Jazz Band, Media Aide, Musicals. Manike, Ed 854 Leonard, N.E. Pep Club, Key Club, Newspaper. Marion, Brian 56 Mayfield, N.E. J.V. and Varsity Football, J.V. Wrestling. McDonald, William 1817 Jefferson, S.E. Varsity Football. Mclntyre, Barbara 140 Elm, S. W. Gymnastics, Homecoming Court. McKinney, Wanderval Inetter . . .1152 Benjamin, S.E. BOEC, GRA, Close-up, Jr. Choir, J. A., Madrigals, SAB, Student Council. Merdinski, Liz 1593 E. Fulton Pep Club, Ski Club, Student Council, J. A., BOEC, GRA. Mesa, Marcia C 35 VanDine, N.E. Miller, Beth 2138 Globe, N.E. Girls ' Varsity Tennis, Close-up President, J. A., Senior Usher, DEC A President. Mieras, Monica 56 Packard, S.E. Student Council, Pep Club, Senior Choir, J.A. Moelker, Karla Jean J 585 Lyon, N.E. Girls ' Varsity Swimming, Girls ' Varsity Softball, Agona, National Honor Society. Moore, Terri 1010 Dunham, S.E. Black Student Union. Moore, Yolanda 1912 Francis, S.E. Black Student Union Treasurer, Key Club, Student Council, Pom Pom Girl. 201 N Nelson, Doris A 927 Calvin, S.E. Varsity Cheerleader, SAC, SAB, Black Student Union, Homecoming Court. Neuman, Clenna 608 Oakdale, S.E. Norman, Lon 17 Sutton, S. W. Stage Crew, Madrigals. O Oom, Cindy 1043Innes, N.E. CRA, Agona Secretary, Girls ' Varsity Swimming, Girls ' Varsity Track, German Club, Helios, Pep Club, J. A. P Palmitier, Jack 850 Caulfield, S. W. Parish, Debra K 1826 Stafford, S.W. Girls ' Varsity Track, Jr. Choir, Library Club. Patten, Charles E 537 Cedar, N.E. Hockey Team. Patterson, Kathy 2229 McKee, S.W. Honor Society, Senior Usher. Piette, Merri Jo 800 Fairview, N.E. J.V. Cheerleader, Varsity Cheerleading Captain, Yearbook Editor, Girls ' Varsity Track, Pep Club, Honor Society, Homecoming Queen. Piette, Terry Joe 800 Fairview, N.E. J.V. Football and Baseball, Varsity Football, Stage Crew. Pingel, Doris 2601 Michigan, N.E. Orchestra. Pittman, Delores J 400 Union, S.E. Potter, Kimberly A 953 Dorchester, S.W. Girls ' Varsity Tennis, SAB, Senior Usher. Pruett, Chris J 051 W. Hampton Dr., N.E. Pep Club, Yearbook Staff, Jr. Class Work Com- mittee. Putnam, Teresa 1106 Crescent, N.E. Pep Club President, Student Council, BOEC, Newspaper Staff. R Reyna, Martha 308 Claremont, N.E. GRA Treasurer, GRA President, SAC, Musical. Richardson, Bradford X 536 Hall, S. W. ROTC. Rohloff, Robert Scott 1101 Worcester, N.E. Debate Team, Forensics Team, Boys ' Varsity Tennis. Rosloniec, Susan Marie 721 Emerald, N.E. Student Council, Pep Club, BOEC President, J. A. Rucker, Eddie Marie 455 Oakdale, S.E. SAB, GRA, Student Council, Jr. Choir, Latin Club, Homecoming Court, BOEC, J. A. S Schaap, Yvonne 1 960 Prospect, S.E. Girls ' Varsity Swimming, Homecoming Court, Agona, Pep Club. Schoonheim, Lisa 3534 Poinsettia, S.E. Honor Society, German Cluo. Schuhman, Todd 115 Carlton, S.E. Freshman Football, Varsity Golf, Freshman, J.V. and Varsity Baseball. Selbach, Kimberly 801 Innes, N.E. Honor Society, GRA, Agona, Latin Club, Girls ' Gymnastics, Girls ' Varsity Swimming, Yearbook Staff, Senior Play. Scott, Debbie ii35 Fountain, N.E. Girls ' Varsity Track, Pep Club, French Club, Ski Club, Student Council Vice-President, Newspaper Staff. Scott, Lenore ii35 Fountain, N.E. Girls ' Varsity Track, Pep Club. Sleziak, Debra J J iO Fountain, N.E. Smith, Bill 540 Prospect, N.E. Freshman Football and Basketball. Smith, Christine L 92J Lafayette, N.E. Majorette. Smith, Debra Lynn J 070 Kalamazoo, S.E. J.V. and Varsity Cheerleader, Sophomore Class President, Senior Class Girl Advisor, Student Council President, Homecoming Court. Snyder, Sandra 602 Shamrock, S. W. Spielmaker, Sue 31 5 Benjamin, S.E. Stanton, Theresa 21 15 Darwin, S.W. Girls ' Gymnastics. Sylvia, Sue 242 Cedar, N.E. Pep Club, Ski Club, Student Council, BOEC, GRA, J. A., Senior Play. T Teachout, Todd 209 Fuller, S.E. Boys ' Varsity Swimming, Honor Society. Thurman, Craig 826 Lafayette, S.E. Black Student Union, Varsity Basketball, C-Club. To lhurst II, Charles Ralph 555 Martha, S.W. Senior Marching and Symphonic Band, Stage Band, Orchestra, Senior Usher, Honor Society, Explorers Club. U Uecker, Ron J 250 Walwood Dr., N.E. Boys ' Varsity Swimming, SAB. V VerWys, Ellen R 2761 Leonard, N.E. BOEC, J. A., Co-op. 202 w Wagemaker, Helen E 1542 Michigan, N.E. Girls ' Varsity Tennis, Debate, French Club, Agona, Honor Society, Girls ' Varsity Golf, German Club. Ward, Barb 626 Hawthorne, N.E. Senior Band, Honor Society, Head Senior Usher, Sr. Class Recording Secretary. Weber, Ellen 556 Grand, N.E. Pep Club Treasurer, BOEC Treasurer, Media Aide, Student Council. Wojciakowski, Marcia 710 Harlan, N.E. Newspaper Staff ' . Wood, Lisa 1117 Emerald, N.E. Pep Club Treasurer, J.V. and Varsity Cheerleader, Girls ' Varsity Track, Soph., Jr. and Sr. Class Vice-President, Debate. Woods, Linda 3415 North Lake Dr., N.E. Z Zuidema, Vivian 27S5 Leonard, N.E. BOEC, Co-op. : i n REAGANS 301 Michigan N.E. 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Where your favorite drink is perfectly prepared . . . and superb food quickly served . . . while your eyes take in the magnificent view of the city and its surroundings. The Finial is now featuring a special luncheon for businessmen. And ladies have discovered that lunch at The Finial is the highlight of any shopping trip. A private dining room is available at noon for business or social functi ons. Come soon. Enjoy The Finial. Ifs most delightful. And different. gracious service . . , «siiglffe -mmm $wm h is 10TH FLOOR, UNION BANK BUILDING 200 Ottawa Ave., N. W., DOWNTOWN GRAND RAPIDS nKarsrcxns ffam UCATn m tutrix mom ma mm i 20o . . . . m€ wm® mm we e MIHH '  I HH I I II H | J|H II U IU I MHHUI It ' s time to say good-bye to another year. For some, their last here at Central. The memories this year has left us with will be remembered with a warm feeling inside for a long time. As editor, I would like to thank everyone on the 1 975-76 Helios staff for their hard work and dedication towards making this book a keeper for the memories of this special year. Also, I would like to thank Mr. Barkema for his help and guidance throughout the year. I guess there aren ' t any words to express the gratitude felt for the people, faculty and students, who made all of these beautiful memories possible. The best of luck to next year ' s staff. Merri Jo Piette MS