Columbus High School - Discoverer Yearbook (Columbus, NE)

Text from Pages 1 - 216 of the 1976 volume:

ZheVOVA $8 Opportunities 1776-1976 Volume 55 Columbus Senior High School 2200-26th Street Columbus, Nebraska 68601 .wv. « • • • •• v v.v.v.v. iv v.v.v.v a;aw • •• •• M « • • • • • 2 4-9 Opportunities Received Zhrough Creativity 12-31 Opportunities broadened Zhrough Educators 34-69 Opportunites Gained Zhrough Activities 72-115 Opportunities Gasped Zhrough Participation Opportunities Acquired Zhrough Experience Opportunities Opened Zhrough learning Index Closing Acknowledgements 118-151 154-165 168-193 194-197 198-203 204 4 The United States’ eagle and flag, a “liberty” bell, a frontiersman and a courthouse are all symbols of America’s past. Individually, these symbols stand for a specific thing, yet they can blend easily into one gigantic story; a portrayal of the growth of a country, its states and later its communities. With these symbols present we are reminded that in our forefather’s time there was freedom to be won, a governmental system to be organized and the western frontiers to be explored, tamed and settled. These, of course, were just a few of the obstacles overcome by our forefathers in their search for the “Land of Opportunities. ” Opportunities called the frontiersmen westward and encouraged the settlers to follow in swift pursuit. Opportunities also helped build states and later the communities of those states. Most important, however, the community's opportunities were recognized by its early citizens and further helped to promote its growth. Like the citizens the communities were presented with failures, as well as success, which also is an essential part of growth. Despite many setbacks, most communities overcame their problems and have since flourished into the busy cities we know today. The dry, flat land stretched for miles seemingly barren. For some settlers this seemed an ultimate disappointment, others saw the land as they knew it could be; a land flourishing with both crops and livestock. Is time passed, these same people used their opportunities to the fullest, reaping benefits upon themselves and their children. We, in a sense, are those children and can use our opportunities, building upon our forefather’s past achievements. Since time is really the final test for any idea, it can be said that a free country based on opportunities for all and that has existed for 200 years was, and still is, a good idea. 9 A QoLOMaus JeM ok High JchooI T«£ Vocal music ilHCWKf OtPASTMt'NTS Rodgers X .'HERSTE NSQ yPoyjAtD°FW? C monvki s TU€3PAY NOV IOC 11-075 CHJ JVHKtw , ] j t ? 30 P.M. all if 00 ♦v Opportunities Received Zhrough Creativity Creativity exsists in each of us, the problem is learning how to express it best. For some students creativity means singing, dancing, acting or playing an instrument. For others it means working with their hands, such as drawing, painting, carving, weaving, sewing or being involved in pottery. Some students value the verbal or written ability to relate to others best. No matter how it is expressed, creativity has lasted through times of peace and plenty and also times of war and hardship. Congress, when designing our country’s first flag, used some creativity through symbolism. The thirteen stars and stripes stood for the original thirteen colonies, with the white stripes symbolizing purity and innocence, the red stripes meant hardiness and valor, and the blue field stood for vigilance, perseverance and justice. Now, as then, there is a need to express ourselves and when we are creative the opportunities we recieve will benefit ourselves as well as others. 1. Brass section plays fight song for downtown pep rally. 2. Mack Schermer and Terry Michael take out their hostilities on fellow classmate Jamie Ferguson. 3. Typing proves to be frustrating for Vicky Pieters. 4. Seniors Rex Allen and Linda Michaelsen give sophomore Randy Eihausen a lesson in rowdiness. 5. Kathy Carter says “Boogie on.” 6. Jamie Ferguson, Mark Redrow and Dale Robertson give home crowd a new experience in cheerleading. 7. Senior Connie Ernst shows she is small but mighty. B 6 12 Laughter all around People, friends, warmth Smiles illuminate the face Then a time to be alone quiet, lonely, solemn Isolation forms it’s pattern But you remember Smiles, words, deed And day is done . . . You are alone with thoughts and memories. These times were meant to be shared once and only once, each in a special way. We were always there together, understanding and laughing. I’m going to miss them . . . Elastic Band entertains for Homecoming Dance Complemented with blue and yellow the setting was created for Homecoming ’75 on Oct. 17. Crowned during half time ceremonies at Pawnee Park Memorial Stadium were King Larry Nitz with Queen Nikki Nelson. Dance festivities included the music of the Elastic Band. After the 7-6 defeat to Kearney, candidate Allen Korte still found the evening delightful. M 1. Couples enjoy the dance. 2. Queen’s face expresses feelings. 3. Candidates for Homecoming are Larry Nitz, Donna Barcel, Dave Struck, Joni Tank, AI Korte, Jan Abegglen, Dan Pen-sick, Judy Koziol, Gary Sansoni, Paula Phillips, Mike Quinn and Nikki Nelson. 4. King Larry gives Queen Nikki traditional kiss. 5. Larry escorts Nikki to begin their reign. 15 Auditorium becomes alive with ‘The Sound of Music’; combined efforts of many aid successful production With the efforts of Miss Ruth Schlobohm, director and designer; Mr. Robert Larsen, musical director; and Mr. Ken Schreiber, construction and designer; the musical production “The Sound of Music came to life on the stage Nov. 10 and 11. The Rodgers and Hammerstein play was set in Austria on the eve of the Nazi invasion. The main characters were the members of the Trapp Family, a choral group which successfully toured 4 the music world. Maria Rainer (Vicky Davison), a Postulant at Nonnberg, leaves her convent to become governess to the seven children of Captain Georg von Trapp (Scott Meierding). Also included in the production were Tim Byrnes, student manger; Merideth Knau, stage manager; Denise Augspurger, accompanist; and Dana Augspurger, assistant accompanist. 1. Rolf (Ken Stavas) tells Liesl (Muffle Douglass) that superiority counts with age. 2. Nuns of Nonnberg Abbey agree that marriage is the only way of soloing a problem like Maria (Vicky Davison). 3. Actors find backstage graffiti a good pastime. 4. Ursula (Tammy Knehans) serves Frau Schrader (Laurie Rice) a plate of cookies while Franz (Don Meissner) pours coffee for Max Detweiler (David Sindelar) as the aristocrats relax on the terrace. 5. The von Trapp family at the Kaltzberg Festival. Children played by (back) Jamie Ferguson. Lyndy Emerson, Dan Berlin, (front) Kelly Cross. Cindy Henze. Bernice Gilsdorf. and Muffie Douglass. Captain Von Trapp (Scott Meierding) accompanies Maria (Vicky Davison) and family to Edelweiss . 6. Mother Abbess (Terrie Joseph) explains to Maria that escaping from problems is no way to solve them. 17 Sweetheart joint affair for STUCO, DECA groups Red, pink and white decorated the cafeteria Feb. 28 for the Sweetheart dance. The royalty was crowned at 10:30 p.m. and the results were Anne McDowell, queen and Jim Sackett, king. Junior representatives were Sandi Bede and Rudy Glur. Sophomores were Sue Selig and Mike Sackett. The band Exit” entertained to the theme “Sweetheart. ” Student Council and DECA sponsored the dance. 3 6 10 I. Jim Sackett crowns Anne McDowell as his co-royalty. 2. Senior candidates include (back row) Karen Glaser, Beth Bur dine, Cyndi Classen, Anne McDowell, Kathy Lange (front row) Brian Foutch, Todd Trofholz, John Anderson, Mike Zwiener. 3. Rudy Glur escorts Sandi Bede to her podium. 4. John Christiansen and Vicky Davison entertain their out of school guests. 5. Sophomore Mike Sackett prepares to designate Sue Selig as the 78 representative while Tammy Ostherhoudt and Theresa Foland express congratulations. 6. Junior candidates include (back row) Scott Harsh, Rick Haney, Rudy Glur, Collyn Florendo, Shane Wake, Craig Person (front row) Nadine Harrington, Muffie Douglass, Sandi Bede, Gina Milburn, Jill Hoge, Tama Crebbin. 7. Royalty Jim Sackett and Anne McDowell dance in traditional attire. 8. Jim Schwartzer gives Barb Storoscick a twirl. 9. Couples boogie with the band Exit. ” 10. Candidates for sophomore attendents include (back row) Pat Bartholomew, Man Conyers, Trish Hopp, Mark Jilek, Tammy Osterhoudt, Jerry Joseph, Theresa Foland (front row) Julie Beckenhauer, Gary Becher, Rod Carsten-son. 19 Students gain experience by working in community Students working in the community discovered many opportunities. A variety of businesses and stores were the employers of these students. While participating in their work, students in the work release program recieved school credit when on the job besides being paid. The community met the students and saw them apply training from the school to their job. A preview of the labor market before actually becoming a part of it gave students more of an idea whether they wanted to continue in their line of work. Many students, however, worked to earn money to put toward things they wanted. Some uses of the money included clothes and cars. 1. Martha Koch prepares order at Tooley Drug. 2. The meat cutter is set by Rick Stachura at Jack Jill grocery. 3. Shelves are rested for the next days shopping by Ken Podraza at Jack Jill. 4. Clothes are sorted according to sue at Brandeis who employs Anne McDowell. 5. Tammy Luedeman wraps a pair of shoes after a sale at Bucks Shoe Store. 21 Fantasy colors set theme; couples dance to Stack Fantasy colors brightened the gym May 1 and carried through the theme “Dream Weaver. ” The dance, sponsored by the Junior Class, was held from 9:30 p.m. to 12:30 a.m. and couples danced to the band “Stack. ” A rainbow was seen as couples entered the crepe paper gate and a giant castle also brought out the theme. Weary feet were rested in the garden. 22 1. AI Korte and his date Kris Peitsch take advantage of the refreshments. 2. Couples take a breather and listen to the sound of Stack. ” 3. Dates prepare to leave for after prom festivities. 4. Prom would be nothing without the slow dance. 5. Juniors Tammy Brink, Cheri Engleman and Deb Fredrichson labor over memory books. 6. Nadine Harrington and Nick Conrad do the bump. 7. Couples show their different styles while dancing. 23 24 Heiser, Ferguson, royalty at Snowball festivities The annual Snowball Dance and coronation of royalty on Friday, December 19 was set with the theme “The Spirit of Christmas, 76 Style. ” Columbus High was introduced to the bicentennial setting in its patriotic Christmas celebration by the sponsor Student Council. Moon Dog was the band providing entertainment. Candidates were introduced to the public during the game with South Sioux. The crowning took place at the dance and the results were Joni Heiser, queen and Jamie Ferguson, king. 3 I. Couples are entertained by Moon Dog. 2. King Jamie Ferguson crowns Queen Joni Heiser. 3. Mary Conyers lends a hand in decorating. 4. Candidates for Snowball are (back row) Greg Scribner. Mark Redrow. George Rambour, Terry Diedrich. (second row) Linda Michaelson, Beth Newman. Linda Weber. Karen Tigges, (front row) Jamie Ferguson. Connie Kresha, Joni Heiser, Dale Robertson. 5. Sponsors of the dance were Mr. and Mrs. Richard Young and crown-bearers Carrie Holmquist and Jason Smith. 6. King Jamie and Queen Joni reign over Snowball. 25 26 Student Council and Thespians joined together and put on Honors Night 76 May 17, in the auditorium. For the first time Honors Night was styled after the Academy Awards. Scholarships, awards and entertainment were presented. Masters of ceremony were Don Meissner, representing the Thespians and Sue Mueller, representing Student Council. Year of hard work ends Academy Awards style 1. Tami Boettcher receives her scholarship from Mr. Doug Hansen. 2. The Spanish singers sing selections for part of the entertainment. 3. Mr. Hansen hands Cyndi Classen her award. 4. iMuri Rice entertains with a vocal solo. 5 M C. s of the night are Don Meissner and Sue Mueller. 28 Art display in commons begins first art festival The festival of Arts began May 14 with an art display in the commons. Students from art classes were shown and Junior High also had art showing. Swing Choir started the evening by presenting four songs. The Jazz Band also performed. The production “Show Biz was presented by the Theatre II class and other students wanting to get involved. Class time was used to prepare for the presentation. Miss Ruth Schlobohm hoped the festival would become an annual event. Joining Miss Schlobohm was Miss Jean Detlefsen, Mr. Robert Larsen and Mr. Larry Marik. 4 1. One of the art displays draw interest from Eleanor Schrodt and Tammy Frarnen. 2. Gary Sansoni and Anne Zastera relive the fifties listening to a juke-box during one of the Show Biz productions. 3. An Indian pantomime is presented by Randy Ritnour. 4. Charlie Chaplin, played by Don Meissner, is being waited on by Ken Siemek. 5. Katie Hervert and Tami Boettcher sketch Gregg Carr as part of the festivities. 29 30 Past becomes memory; future becomes dream refleci echo music, and gr whole aroun peopl my w. of CHS, I ; 'years. My steps %ries of laughter, iships, late hours tactically my has centered fs activities and its struggling to understand fcjwn alob. years areover, gone; all I se memories and what I've learn-Teen so good. What's next? I don't jxnsure, but isn't that exciting? ’ ing's been good to you, yo ? $onna miss it all, that's for to live it forever. The It will be as good as eady to go on, eager to iation is, a beginning, 1. John Tooley gives Jeff Jaeggi a warm congratulations. 2. Mixed emotions are expressed after ceremonies. 3. Rex Allen takes final step. 4. School Board President John Tooley and Senior Class President Jamie Ferguson present Clark Babel with his diploma. 5. Senior Class of 1976. 6. Good-bye yellow brick road. 1 fJlililPEWS riaiMLirrr' ll! Opportunities mdened Zhrough Educators Educators are essential to the development of the student and whether he realizes it or not, he is the recipient of many years of serious study and thinking by the educators. The educators, themselves, have recieved knowledge from our forefathers, which was based on centuries of observation, experiments and in some cases just plain trial and error. One such forefather was Alexander Hamilton, who designed our country’s first system of banks and banking. He was a brillant man who used much forethought in his work and as a result some of his ideas still are used today. Like Hamilton, the educators of yesteryear and today still inspire us and pass onto us original and creative thoughts which will broaden the opportunities for ourselves and for the future. 1. Mr. Dave Swartz, assistant principal, performs daily duty of cafeteria supervision. 2. Principal James Sterup goes through new equipment reports from faculty. 3. Mr. Cliff Hopp, assistant principal, discusses daily problems with Mr. Roger Goos. 4. School Board members are Mrs. Cathy Johnson, Mr. Charles Athey, Mr. Delbert Miller, business manager; Mr. James Ball, Dr. Fred Bellum, superintendent; Mr. William Redrow, Mr. Stuart Abel. 5. Dr. Fred Bellum, superintendent, reviews budget for the year. 34 Administration makes school more 1people oriented ; school board fulfills federal, state, local requirements The school board and administration have changed much throughout the past years. The school board has become involved more with the school’s role in society as a whole. The board must have a more thorough knowledge of educational programs in the schools and how these programs fulfill the intent of federal, state and local requirements. The administration has tried to place more emphasis on making the school more ‘people oriented’ for students and staff. In earlier years, the school’s mission was concerned with educating students who would continue on to college. The college preparatory program also fulfilled the need of students who wanted a basic education. The school had few programs for non-college oriented students. Now, the school must prepare all students for life whether or not they continue their education. Because of this, the board and administration is confronted with more detailed problems concerned with federal and state governments, courts and citizens themselves. The Columbus City Schools are moving in the direction of a more objective curriculum where the students progress can be better measured. At the same time, the schools are trying to meet the individual’s needs in the most human method possible. They are also striving to develop academic excellence on the student’s part while recognizing the student’s rights and responsibilities under the law. The biggest change at CHS, according to Mr. James Sterup, principal, was Title IX or Equal Rights for Women. In 1969, there were no girls’ sports at Columbus High. Now there are many and the addition to the gym improves the facilities and room allowed girls’ sports. Another change was open campus for seniors. This came about in 1970. Semester graduation came about the same time. Other changes were the addition of vocational education, alternative education (added this year), the use of more semester and quarter courses, the addition of instructional material to the IMC, the improved food selection in the cafeteria and the addition of Mr. Cliff Hopp to the administration as activities director. 1. English teachers are Kevin Nolan, Wes Scales, Fred Fiddleke, Larry Anderson, Jean Fox and Lana Danielson. 2. Students are allowed time to sort information for their essays in allegory. 3. An old-fashioned spelling bee gives a change of pace to English classes. 4. Last minute gossip before the bell rings passes minutes. 5. John Wright makes himself comfortable while reviewing for an English test. 4 English students express literature with certainty As the years have gone by, the English Department has gone through changes for the best. Several years ago, students were required to take the same courses, depending upon their grade level. There were no special courses. All courses were college preparatory. Because all classes were college preparatory they did not fit the needs of all students. Since then, the department has gone to elective courses. There are basically two levels of English courses, college preparatory and general. There is also a wider range of the types of courses within the department. Subjects like theater, speech and drama were not offered back then. The department’s main goal is to teach students to read and interpret literature with confidence and to be able to express themselves clearly and coherently in written assignment. Business classes decrease as times, trends changes To keep up with times and trends, rearrangement has taken place in the last five years. Since 1971, the Business Department has decreased from five to four teachers, but enrollment has increased from 475 students to 610 students. Two courses, business law and computer appreciation, were offered but have been dropped from the curriculum since then. “Little change has occurred in teaching methods, although minor revisions are continually being made to make the learning process better, ” remarked Mr. John Rist. He also stated that teachers have become more flexible because of the changing times and trends in education. The department’s goal is to provide all students with up-to-date quality education, a challenge, courses which have a relative value and courses they can use in their everyday lives. 2 38 1. Typing classes keep busy as Mr. Gordon Essink watches them 2. Jacque Lesiak concentrates on her typing assignment. 3. While writing a business report, Gloria Borchers checks for notes. 4. Business teachers include Mr. Gordon Essink. Mr. John Rist. Mr. William Jackson and Miss Marcene Moomey. 5. Mr. John Rist's class listens intently as he explains new assignment. 39 1. Students work on proofs in geometry as Mr. Griffith checks papers. 2. Mr. Nitsch answers Terry Michael’s question about reducing the length of tests. 3. Math teachers are Bernard Nitsch, Alan Griffith, Judy Owens, Lanny Neese and Dick Luebbe. 4. Students intently study board as Miss Owens acquaints them with trigonometry. 5. Assignments done, sophomores relax while waiting for the passing bell. 40 4 With more courses added Many changes have been made throughout trie past ten years in the Math Department. All the changes have been for the better, according to Miss Judy Owens, math teacher. Although there were the same amount of students enrolled, then as now, the number of math teachers has increased from two to five. The course offerings have also become broader, adding applied math, business math, trigonometry and Algebra I to the original list of geometry, A Igebra II and Math TV. worked to prepare gain 41 A.E. allows students to work at independent rate Alternative Education provided independent study courses that gave students the opportunity to work at an individual rate. The main change this year was that there were more independent study courses to offer. A. E. students were assigned to the A.E. Learning Center every period they were not in a regular class. Mr. Dick Babst, guidance counselor and attendance official for all students in the A.E. program, with the assistance of five other teachers administered courses and supervised the Learning Center. 47 2 5 1. John Berry completes an assignment in the A.E. learning Center. 2. A.E. teachers are Don Beckenhauer; Dick Babst. head; Gordon Stein-brook; Wes Scales; Lana Danielson and Roy Jeffers. 3. Miss Danielson grades papers as Pat Merrill and Pauline Zywiec spend time studying. 4. Debbie Frost and Steve Reese relax during their free period in the A.E. Learning Center. 5. Mr. Babst spends the last minutes of the period joking with students. 43 More equipment changes IMC, Nurse Departments IMC and the Nurse Department have gone through many changes through the years; changes which have helped students and teachers. Several years ago Room 114 was strictly a library with no media equipment. It was mainly a place where students were assigned to go as a studyhall and to check out books. Today with the services of Mr. Kenneth Schreiber, media specialist, IMC has a wide range of media equipment to help teachers and students with their work. This equipment included color televisions, audio-visual equipment, recordings, material laminations and duplications. Also, students were no longer assigned to IMC. It was available to their options. Assisting students with the equipment and books were part-time para-professionals Mrs. Alice Jones and Mrs. Loretta Dixon. Attending grade schools regularly, giving vision screening, dental screening and hearing screening were the main duties of the school nurse years ago. Although Mrs. Marilee Kyster no longer gives hearing screening, she was busy teaching students about health and treating them for various illnesses. Beside taking care of students here, she still visited grade schools, making sure the students were immunized against diseases. 5 4 I IMC includes interesting magazines for Mr. Robert Larsen. 2. Students enjoy quietness of IMC. 3. Mrs. Marilee Kyster checks height of Rick Curtiss. 4. “Open wide”, says Mrs. Marilee Kyster as she checks Pat Murray’s teeth. 5. IMC staff includes Mrs. Loretta Dixon, Mr. Ken Schreiber, media specialist and Mrs. Alice Jones. 3 45 46 Guidance Dept, launches sophomore adviser system The Guidance Department implemented the sophomore adviser system this year. It was a program that assisted sophomores in making the transition from junior to senior high school easier by having a faculty to student ratio of one to fifteen. Other purposes of this were to increase communication with parents and to assist in registration. The Guidance Department performed many other functions throughout the year. Mr. Roger Goos and Mr. Doug Hanson counseled in areas of school and other related problems. They supervised testing for juniors and seniors. The department worked with parents and teachers to assist the individual student in course selection to meet graduation requirements. Assistance was provided for seniors in college selection, scholarships and financial aid. College representatives visited the guidance office to aid in selections. fe 2 1. Guidance counselors are Roger Goos and Doug Hanson. 2. One of Mr. Goos’ daily activities is fourth period hall duty. 3. Lin Selig discusses future education plans with Mr. Hanson. 4. Lawrence Bundy, counselor from the University of Nebraska, aids Jan Ahlstrom in her course selections for the fall semester. 5. Registration for college is a busy time for seniors and Wayne Wong uses his spare time wisely, viewing various college catalogs. 5 47 Individualized methods modify home economics Individualized lessons in all areas of home economics except clothing construction and adult living were incorporated in 1970. At that time there were two full time teachers. Now there is one full time teacher and one full time paraprofessional. A big change has been the increasing amount of boys taking home ec classes. They average around 30 per semester. This year the individualized lessons were modified and some traditional teaching methods were brought back. Other home ec courses are human development and the family, food and nutrition, textile and clothing and housing and home furnishings. The goal of the Home Economics Department is to help students identify and develop fundamental competencies that will strengthen personal, home and family living. Home ec education provides the opportunity for students to acquire knowledge, attitudes and skills essential to participate concurrently and to prepare for future roles as worthy family members and citizens of today’s and tomorrow’s society. 2 3 4 1. Students work on objectives in clothing construction. 2. Mrs. Cheryl Thiel puts up a new bulletin board theme. 3. Mrs. Doris Busse, paraprofessional, assists as students prepare refreshments. 4. Joyce Engel and JoAnn Chesnut learn that cleaning up is part of cooking. 5. Martha Koch fits a coat for Cindy Johnson as Sharon Nixon advises. 49 1. Aiding a student in working on an automobile engine is Mr. Classen. 2. Katie Hervert spends a study hall drawing up an assignment for mechanical drafting. 3. Industrial Arts teachers include James Classen, Ron Veal, Bob Brega. Gary Schafer and Wallace Richards. 4. Jeff Arndt finishes sanding a frame in woodworking. 5. Electricity class involves bookwork to be able to know and understand the mechanics of it. Industrial classes revise, upgrade new curriculum The trade and industry program has had to fit more and more factual information into its curriculum and continually revise, upgrade and modernize to keep abreast of current practices. It has undergone many changes in curriculum and literature, paralleling new discoveries and advancements in scientific knowledge. The program involved the use of hand tools, blueprints, plans and specifications which aided the student in his choice of occupations. Technical drafting was individualized to meet the needs of the students as well as our industrial community. Two drafting students competed in a state drafting meet in Lincoln and placed first in both engineering and architectural drafting. Classes offered were electricity, woods, auto systems, metals, engineering and mechanical and architectural drafting. Distributive Education provides outside training Distributive Education, a vital program for everybody, was turned over to a new teacher Mr. Jon Trabert this year. He started a MAP (Merit Awards Program) in which there were individualized projects. Each student chose and completed one project in the occupational area of hotel and lodging, general merchandise or finance and credit. Along with the projects, the students had weekly quizzes over marketing vocabulary terms and weekly magazine reviews over any business related articles. Outside of class, students were trained in specific occupations, directed by the Distributive Education area. It also assisted in developing various skills such as salable or functional skills, skills which were appropriate to the occupation and problem solving skills. Overall, the Distributive Education Program helped to prepare students in selecting careers for their future and gave students a better understanding of the world of work. 1 Si . Counting money is Rochelle Behrens’ everyday job at a local store. 2. Ken Podraza makes sure that the shelves are always stocked. 3. To find an interesting career to go into, Pat Arasmith searches for some books to help him. 4. Distributive Education teacher Mr. Jon Trabert picks up the weekly quizzes over marketing terms. 5. Scott Ridenour knows just the right techniques to sack the groceries. 5 53 . Steve Dolezal and Bernice Gilsdorf relax as Miss Sandra Sypherd gives them a break. 2. Foreign Language teachers are Diane Nitz, Roma Boettcher and Sandra Sypherd. 3. During a presentation in sixth period Spanish class, the Reverend Fred Wolffe displays several handmade crafts from his native land Peru. 4 Christmas surprises are being opened by Kathy Jilek and Mike Zweiner as Mark Redrow waits for his gift. 5. German students begin their mural painting project. 54 5 Students become aware of differences in cultures Besides studying the language and the culture, the Foreign Language Department went further by getting involved in projects. Many students of the German and Spanish classes cooked and tasted food of the original countries for the first time at their own parties. Spanish students decorated their parties with different pinatas filled with candies. In addition to writing the language in class, the students practiced their skill with their exchanged pen-pals during the year. Octoberfest, an all day picnic with different games, was planned and enjoyed by the German students. After school, a mural depicting pictures of Germany was designed and painted with effort from all the students. The Spanish students contributed money to sponsor Spanish-speaking children under the Foster Parent Plan. Overall, these projects helped the students become more aware of cultural differences and developed skills in understanding, speaking, reading and writing the language. 55 1 1. Band members meet first period every day to practice tunes. 2. Attentiveness and a good voice are requirements for choir. 3. Music instructors are Larry Marik, band; Robert Larsen, vocal music and Jane Zumpfe, orchestra. 4. Orchestra students display musicianship under the direction of Miss Zumpfe. 5. Advanced girl’s glee follows Mr. Larsen's directing to achieve a well-rounded sound. 56 Music provides creative means of student pastime The Music Department engrossed three separate divisions: vocal music, band and orchestra and provided a creative means of recreation for students. Vocal music taught appreciation and understanding of good music and combined its many voices into well-rounded sounds. They performed in public concerts and also at District Music Contest. Added this year was the sophomore small group. Band and orchestra gave students the chance to work together in harmony and taught patience and self-pride. Their performances created a good foundation for facing the many people and problems that lie ahead in life. 57 Individualized objectives make classes interesting Several years ago classes met for 55 minutes, six periods a day, as compared to 40 minutes nine periods a day we have now. Enrollment was much smaller as to what it is now. Science classes were composed completely of lectures with a lab session. Classes are now individualized with objectives due on a certain date. The main needs of the Science Department were determined by the AA North Central Evaluation committee of last year. The teachers strived to satisfy these needs as best as they could. 58 3 1. Students work on individualized biology. 2. Science teachers are Alan Griffiths, Chris Dixon, Ron Callan, Jack Young, Ralph Eickhoff. 3. Mr. Dixon puts chemistry equations on board. 4. Karen Schumacher and Lynda Badje discuss biology objectives. 5. Mr. Griffiths discusses physics with class. 1. Bob Raitt heads for his desk as Mr. Jeffers begins his lecture. 2. Students work on assignments given in Mr. Steinbrook s class. 3. Social Studies teachers are Roy Jeffers, Gordon Steinbrook, Don Beckenbauer, Jed Rood and Edsel Wibbles. 4. Mr. Beckenhauer lectures to his class. 5. Students examine guns from Civil War in Mr. Beckenbauer's class. 60 1 Classes concentrate daily on past, present records Through the years the Social Studies Department has changed greatly with the increasing number of students. Several years ago the department consisted of two teachers. Only three courses were offered. Only one, U.S. History, was required. Studies were concentrated mostly on economics, political and social problems. Since then, the number of teachers has grown to five with new courses added. Students are still required to take U.S. History. Television, films and filmstrips also have been added for better understanding. Studies are now concentrated mostly on life philosophy, criminal justices, current problems, human relationship and reasons for the problems and cultures. The Social Studies Department presented the past and present records of man’s behavior by establishing a hypothesis, collecting data, analyzing, testing data, making generalization and conclusions. Actual experience helps with journalism, speech For two years, journalism classes have been offered to students who had one semester of sophomore composition. It was a pre-requisite for any students who wished to be on either the newspaper or yearbook staff. During the semester, considerable training dealt with news writing and reporting. Also, layouts, photography and yearbook production were taught. The classes helped prepare students for work on school publications and exposed them to the field of journalism. Speech, a once thriving program before it dwindled to nothing, was re-offered for the second year. Classes increased from five students during the first year to 20 students this year. The students learned of various types of public address which would prove helpful in their personal, as well as public lives. They also gained experience and self confidence for public speaking and improved their communications with others. 62 mm 1. Mr. Fred Fiddelke talks over important aspects of speech with Mike Davis. 2. Speech students try on paper hats as one of the devices used for public speaking. 3. Checking each other's work, Julie Beckenhauer, Kim Joiner, Beth Potter and Phil Smith find new ideas for news writing. 4. Working hard to finish an article for journalism. Jenny Rice takes helpful hints from Mary Gangel. 5. Journalism teacher Miss Jean Fox listens as student teacher Miss Julie Weed tells about her day. 3 63 3 I. Pam Milhulka and Don Glaze participate in Show Biz 76. ” 2. Terry Fluckinger and Kathy Applegate calmly work on their macrame. 3. Batik-ing requires a bit of concentration from Cindy Deckert. A. Fonz” being portrayed by Gary Sansoni, instructs Richie (Terry• Diederich) and Ralph (Tim Nye) on how to get a girl. 5. Art teachers include Miss Jean Detlefsen, Miss Addie Bruce and Miss Ruth Schlobohm. 64 Drama, Art Departments freely express their talents With more talents coming in, the students of Theatre and Art Departments were able to express themselves to other people through drama plays and an art festival. In the first year of Theatre, there was only one all-school play. A few years later two Theatre I classes and a one-act play class were added. With more student's interests, the classes grew to four each semester with the addition of Theatre II classes presenting one-act production each year. Presently, there have been two allschool plays each year, plus a musical production which the Theatre Department has worked with the Music Department to produce it. Within the Art Department, courses varied widely from pottery, painting and drawing to stitchery and crafts. With these classes the students were allowed to use their talents freely. In the Fine Art Festival held in May, students displayed their talents by drama and art projects and priced them for sale. The classes and festival helped develop self confidence and the desire to continue on in their creativity throughout the years and provided entertainment for the school and community. 65 1. Girls work on gymnastics routines as Miss Hopp assists with uneven parallel bars. 2. Miss Hopp answers questions as senior assistants return test papers. 3. Mr. Bargen discusses badminton techniques as senior assistant Terry Haddock demonstrates. 4. Girls get time to study rules for ping pong. 5. P.E. teachers are Denny Bargen, Sandy Hopp, Dorothy Courtier and Bart Bartholomew. 66 P.E. goal is longer time allowed for units taught Nineteen fifty nine was the first year for school at Columbus High. The new building was a great change for teachers and students alike. P.E. was improved greatly by the larger space and more facilities allowed it. At Kramer High the only sports taught were badminton, basketball, softball, track, soccer and volleyball. The larger space allowed the addition of such sports as golf, archery, table tennis and gymnastics. At first, the day was divided into six periods with sports starting at 2:30. Nineteen sixty eight brought about the nine period day and also added two more teachers—making two for girls and two for boys. The department now has more carry-over sports. The present teachers have a combination of 55+ years experience plus advanced degrees. Mrs. Dorothy Courtier cites the following 5 as goals. First, a first-aid requirement for everyone participating in P.E. and second, she wants the student to be able to choose what sports they want to take and when—as long as they fulfill their requirements. Both Mrs. Courtier and Mr. Bart Bartholomew want more time spent on each unit taught. The new facilities will help accomplish this. 67 Cooks, custodians direct active schedule at CHS Cooks and custodians were the mainstay at Columbus High, providing meals and keeping the school clean for the 900 odd people that attended each day. Custodians had a busy schedule cleaning up after the construction crews and taking care of the many little problems that came along each day. Each custodian took care of a special area in the cafeteria, classrooms and hallways. Added this year was the new kitchen. This addition provided added space in the kitchen and new equipment for the cooks to work with. 1 1. Cooks include (back row), Iola Martins, Mabel Eilers, Eleanor Weiler, June Neemeyer, Ruby Johnson, Mary Ann Lehr, Donna Lewis, Helen Nitz, (front row), Delores McHugh, Dorothy Toufar, Lucille Hollmann, Loretta Nitz and Josephine Bernt. 2. A large amount of time is spent in the kitchen cleaning the many pots and pans. 3. Custodians include Betty Light, Irene Kelsey, Les Bourn and Don Light. 4. Custodian John Gleason patrols the hallway after school has been dismissed. 5. Cooks prepare a well-balanced meal for the hungry students. 6. Cleaning the floor and folding up the bleachers is a reoccurring job after a home basketball game for the custodians. 4 68 70 Opportunities Qained Activities One activity in the past that was questionable, yet served its purpose well, later became known as the Boston Tea Party. Colonists dressed as Indians silently crept aboard ships anchored in the Boston Harbor, splintering 327 wooden crates full of tea and then proceded to dump the tea overboard. It was with these rebellious tones that our forefathers started the fight for freedom and paved the way for much more organized activities. The Minute Men and the Sons of Liberty were both organizations in the past that had differing activities, yet both these activities helped to achieve a common goal; the goal of freedom. Like the Minute Men and the Sons of Liberty, the organizations in our school all differ from one another, but all offer the same basic opportunities, such as the opportunity to work for the betterment of the school. As students we can join any one of the numerous organizations and by participating in its activities gain voluble opportunities. 71 . AFS returnee Pati Whetstone mingles with the guest at an AFS luncheon. 2. AFS student Meike Goos works hard in perfecting her typing. 3. Upon her return Pati Whetstone poses with her parents. 4. Meike Goos poses with her mother and brother during their visit to Columbus. 5. Posing with her sister' Kathy Davy and her American parents are Meike Goos. her mother and her brother. 72 4 Meike Goos visits CHS; Patti Whetstone returns The American Field Service, otherwise known as AFS, again was a part of CHS. Joining us as an AFS student from Siegen, Germany, was Meike Goos. She stayed with the Wayne Davy family. While Meike was here her mother and brother Friedrich visited. Returning home January 16, was AFS student Patti Whetstone. She had been living with the Barry Wasdell family in South Africa. Cyndi Classen, senior, was a guaranteed finalist for the summer program and Doreen Warrender, junior and AFS club president, was a finalist for the year abroad program. 73 Musical tryouts open to school Like many other organizations in school, choir made new changes this year. The biggest was moving the spring musical to the fall and opening it to the whole school. The production was “The Sound of Music ' and received a standing ovation both nights it was performed. All State tryouts were held in October with Lauri Rice, Muffie Douglass, Teri Joseph and Scott Meierding being accepted into the choir. Advanced Girls Glee sopranos include (back row) Tammy Knehans, Lori Nickels, Susan Blaser. Darla Aikens, Theresa Kiuntke. Debbie Krumland, Judy Koziol, Pam Schoepf (second row) Cindy Vahlcamp, Cathy Woodworth, Jana Korwits, Tammy Hayek, Patti Whetstone, Connie Ernest, Debbie Friederichsen, Lyndy Emerson (third row) Sylvia Lange, Jackie Wurdeman, Patti Tore-zon, Muffie Douglass, Sue Proposki, Cheryl Bredhoft, Judy Laudinclaus, Nancy Gakle (front row) Vicky Davison. Bernice Gilsdorf, Julie Rosenthal. Tami Stradley, Debbie Phillips, Cheri Engelman, Sheri Krepple, Joyce Deden. Advanced Girls Glee atlos included (back row) Chris Killham. Suszanne Mueller, Tami Ridenour, Lynnette Cattau, Ann McWilliams, Cheryl Poison, Julie Christensen, (second row) Sandi Brandt, Terrie Joseph, Lori Rice, Suzanne Engel, Donna Pfeifer, Mae Brunken, Karin Saalfeld. (third row) Jan Abegglan, Jean Korgie, Debbie Hayek, Julie Seda, Karen Brunken, Cindy Classen, (front row) Vicki Conkel, Dana Augspurger, Becky Willman, Sandi Bede, Sue Walgren. Tammy Brink. 3 74 Senior Sextet members include (back row) Tammy Knehans, Ann McWilliams (second row) Terri Joseph. Jacki Wurdeman (front row) Vicky Davison, Debbie Phillips. 2. At Christmas time senior choir members carol through the halls. 3. Junior Double Sextet (back row) Suszanne Mueller, Cheryl Poison, Suzanne Engel (second row) Karin Saalfeld, Nancy Gakle, Patti Torzon (front row) Sue Walgren, Bernice Gilsdorf, Sandi Bede. Male section of choir include (back row) Darrell White. Scott Meierding, Keith Stohr, Jerry Joseph. Mike Swartz. Sam Person, Bill Beckenbauer, Scott Ridenour, Allen Korte (second row) Rex Allen, Tim Podraza, Mark Jilek, Bob Braithwaitt, Don Meissner, Brian Christiensen, Gary Sansoni, (third row) Rick Liebschwager, Wayne Wong, Jim Schwartzer, Ken Siemek, Terry Diederich, Timothy Nye, Todd Trofholz (front row) Ken Stavas, Rod Carstersen, Larry Labens, Brian Bullington, Dan Berlin, Patrick Young. 75 Soloists, groups earn superiors April and May were important months for choir as they entered District Music Contest at the University of Nebraska at Omaha. They received twelve superior and two excellent ratings. Swing Choir performed for various area clubs and were also entered at the mid-Plains Festival. In April the Sophomore Girls Glee presented a Bicentennial Program of patriotic and popular songs. Sopranos of the Sophomore Girls Glee include (Back row) Robyne Kamber, Sheila Ixinnan, Joann Chestnut, Cindy Boyd, Kay Hill, Cindy Wilbur, Kelli Grubaugh, Cindy Pleis (second row) Linda Badge. Denise Thomsen, Cheri Pensick. Mary Bradley, Heidi Holmquist, Carol Rush, Nancy Deckert, Mary Conyers (third row) Karen Oppliger, Lisa Cumming, Tammy Franzen, Ann Peterson, Connie Potter, Pam Mihulka, Shelly Raitt, Diane Martensen (front row) Julie Milkhulka, Lisa Harms, Terry Brunkhorst. Tamie Adkisson, Denise Want, Trish Hopp, Lois Szelag. 76 Altos of the Sophomore Girls Glee include (back row) Colleen Rayburn, Dee Ann Divis, Joyce Engel, Mary Anson, Diana Johnson, Patsy Stahl, Tracy Rodgers, Pam Davidson, (second row) Sandy Spradely, Margie Alt, Cindy Deckert, Becky Person, Suzanne Sayed. Kathy Bonk, Barb Staroscik, Shari Weber, (third row) Jo William, Lisa Marshall, Nancy Longknecker, Shari Haldiman. Jan Brandenburg, Debi Eusterbrock, Kris Jeratowski, Celeste 7 uork, (front row) Denise Jarecki, Tammie Daniel, Karen Gutzmer, Marsha Girth. Joyce Sohl, Pam Borchers, Debbie Wunderlich, Cindy Schmiek. I. Swing Choir takes a break during one of their many practices. 2. Executive Board members work to help organize the choir throughout the year. 3. Accompanists are Scott Meireding and Denise Augspurger. 4 All-State members include (back row) Laura Rice. Bernice Gilsdorf (front row) Terri Joseph. Muffie Douglass, Scott Meireding. 5. Sophomore Girls Glee small group. 6. Five students are listed in WHO’S WHO IN AMERICAN HIGH SCHOOL MUSIC. 7. Choir Director Robert I Arsen directs choir during practice. 77 I. Wrestlers Rudy Glur and Mike Bartholomew look on as their stomachs growl with hunger at one of the many Booster Club bake sales. 2. Booster Club girls showed great spirit by wearing their uniforms and making spirit signs for the commons. 3. Maties preformed skits at pep rallies to boost the enthusiasm of the school. 4. Booster Club officers include Joni Jones, president; Cathy Jilek, vice president; Linda Weber, treasurer; Judy Koziol, secretary. 5. During Beat Panther Week the Booster Club sponsored many events to show school spirit. 6. Chant leaders are (back row) Lauri Rice and Tami Stradley (front row) Cheri Pensick, Debbie Volneck, Vicki Conkel. 7. Nancy Gakle congradulates Nicki Nelson upon being choosen Homecoming Queen. 78 Spirit increases by adding squad With another set of maties being added Booster Club began the year. They added the extra set so as to cover all sports evenly. In October they held the annual Homecoming dance with funds being raised by holding several bake sales and selling refreshments at the concession stands at football and basketball games. Cheering through the halls and pep rallies were often held on Fridays to boost spirit. At games the girls made spirit lines and cheered the players on to victory. 79 1. Members enjoyed preparing basketball posters for an upcoming game 2. Varsity cheerleaders include (back row) Ann Zastera (second row) Nikki Nelson, Donna Barcel, Nancy Gakle (front row) Patti Miller, Joni Tank, Kathy Lange 3. Maties Connie Ernst and Beth Newman get ready for Friday Morning spirit run. Promoting unity important goal Raising spirit and promoting school unity were two important goals of the Booster Club. To begin the year of various activities, the annual Booster Club picnic was held at Pawnee Park. Sponsors Mrs. Marilee Kyster and Mr. Don Beckenbauer, added to the spirit of the club. A weekly “Spirit Stick” was awarded to the most spirited girl at the game. 4. Maties include (back row) Ann McWilliams, Yvonne Gerrelts, Karen Glaser, Jan Ahlstrom, Ann Ewert, Joan Nelson, Kyla George, Jan Abbeglan. (front row) Peggy Chestnut. Mae Brunken, Beth Newman. Kim Adkisson, Lenni Fyfe, Lin Selig, Sue Irby, Kathy Davy. Joni Heiser. Paula Phillips. Connie Ernst. 80 7 5. Executive board members include (back row) Vicki Conkel, Joni Jones, Cathy Jilek. Judy Koziol, Linda Weber (second row) Ann Ewert, Heidi Holmquist, Jan Abbeglan (front row) Lauri Michner. Sue Walgren. 6. Booster Club members prepare door posters to boost spirit. 7. J.V. cheerleaders include (back row) Sue Selig, Donna Brandt. Jill Hoge, Nadine Harrington (front row) Kim Joiner. Sandi Bede. Jo Bartholomew. 81 Projects promote unity; Lettermen merge efforts C-Club’s goals were to promote sportsmanship, spirit and pride in the school and community. C-Club was involved in several projects throughout the year. At the Apollo wrestling meet they sold concessions and duffel bags. Management of the CHS victory bell and cleaning the trophy cases were some of C-Clubs continued projects. They organized a sixth-grade track meet May 1. Because of the many participants, it was a successful endeavor. . One of C-Club s many duties were to keep up the trophy case. 2. Shayne Callan gives awards to winners in the sixth-grade track meet. 3. George Rambour and Dan Pensick share the athlete of the year trophy. 4. Members help at the sixth-grade track meet. 5. Todd Lyon keeps track of the long jumpers. 6. Doug Brunkhorst and Mark Redrow polish trophys. 7. President Mark Redrow addresses the members of C-Club. 5 83 Concert band members include (back row) Deb Phillips, Doug Fraundorfer, Mike Fraka, Michelle Bellum. Eric Sloth, John Christiansen. Todd Beckler, Director, Larry Marik, Tim Munson. Brian Carlson, Paul Richardson. Linda Johnson. Ann Peterson. Lloyd Vorderstrasse. Jay Keefauver, Lorie Haglestein, Mike Haskins, Tom Maneely. Dee Ann Divis, Larry Nitz, David Sindelar, Jory Courtier. Chris Lovci, Eric Ingram (second row) Mary Gangel, Sue Snow. Lynne Nyffeler, Donna Want. Sheryl Birkel, Kevin Carnes, Lisa Cummings. Ann McWilliams. Brian Foutch, Russ Hansen. Craig Marsh, Randy Eihausen, Bob Brega, Carmen Vrbka, Don Glaze, Kurt Nyffeler, Jane Korgie. Dave Fox. Becky Willman, Peggy Chestnut. Dan Berlin, Lori Schafer, Kathi Sutherland, (third row) Barb Kline, Brenda Nyffeler, Cindy Irby. Steve Ziola. Lauri Rice, Vicky Davison. Linda Tobiason, Yvonne Gerrelts, Joan Nelson. Merideth Knau, Christian Cook, Peggy Fa-jman, Karla Hull, Jody Fergin, Beth Meier-ding, Katie Hervert (front row) Scott Meir-ding, Kyla George. Ann Ewert, Michelle Ram-bour. Denise Augsperger. Linda Dierbeiger. Karen Glaser, Dana Augsperger, Sandi Bede, Tammy Luedeman. I. Band members practice marching for various marching contests. 2. During Columbus Days activities the band marched in the parade. 3. Conductor Larry Marik rehearses the band for their upcoming concert. 4. Band works on concert music durine one of their many practices. 5. Debbie Band has busy season; Snider featured at concert The concert season began with the Jazz Band playing for basketball games. When the basketball team went to State the Jazz Band followed and were declared the best at state. Full concert band was busy with many concerts. Included were the Winter Concert with guest Mr. Jack Snider, playing a valueless, French horn. Traveling to the University of Omaha for contest produced an excellent rating for the full band. Many soloists received superior ratings. The Jazz Band also received a superior rating, one of the only two superiors given. Concert season ended with first a spring concert held in the auditorium, and then the annual Band-O-Rama in the gym. 8$ Half-time shows to state; CHS band rates superior The busy marching season saw the band under the direction of Larry Marik participating in many things. The schedule began with half time shows during the football games. The band traveled to Grand Island for the Harvest of Harmony. Marching in a parade and field were part of the competition. An excellent rating was achieved. The season continued in preparation for the annual state marching contest held in Pershing Auditorium in Lincoln. The many hours of practice paid off for the band as they received a superior rating. 4 8 6 1. The percussion section keeps busy during their spring concert. 2. Instructor Larry Marik helps Eric Ingram on the French horn in preparation for their concert. 3. The trumpet section works hard to prepare for their concerts. 4. The band keeps on its toes during its concerts to make it a success. 5. Drum major Scott Meierding conducts marching practice. 1. Karen Oppliger, Miss Zumpfe and Judi Elston practice a selection from Roth. 2. Preparing her violin before class is Karen Oppliger. 3. Judi Elston tries out for a violin solo for Honors Night. 4. Miss Zumpfe conducts students in “Mary Had a Little Lamb. ”5. Miss Zumpfe discusses music for upcoming concerts. 88 Musicianship main goal for orchestra students Orchestra’s main objectives were to teach students musicianship, technical advancement in playing their instruments and working with other students and conductors when at clinics. They attended clinics and had many performances throughout the year. Kathy Carter, Judi Elston, Cheryl Polsen and Mark Stohr traveled by bus to attend the All-State Orchestra in Kearney. 5 89 Bicentennial theme, new name contribute to unity A change came about to the yearbook. Students wrote in suggestions for a new title. The list was narrowed down and a vote was taken among the student body. After the final count, the results showed that the new name was to be the VOYAGE. “There’s continuity in the book this year because of a well developed theme that relates to our bi-centennial year, ” stated Miss Jean Fox, yearbook adviser. Limited facilities hampered students when working to meet deadlines. Despite these difficulties, cooperation among the staff in helping outside their section was good. Sports Editor Al Korte won first place in yearbook layout at Nebraska s High School State Journalism Championships. Tammy Knehans placed among the top ten finalists in yearbook theme. The 1976 yearbook staff (back row) Sue Michalski. Don Meissner (second row) Cheryl Poison, Duane Olsufka, Ann Luchtel, Tammy Hayek, Rex Allen (third row) Randy Iwanski, Merideth Knau, Tammy Boettcher, Sue Walgren (fourth row) Yvonne Gerrelts. Sheryl Birkel, Tammy Knehans, Tami Stradley (front row) Al Korte. 90 2 . Co-assistant editor Don Meissner works on division page layouts. 2. Sheryl Birkel labors over student life spread. 3. The book sales come rolling in! 4. Schooltime is put to good use as book begins to form. 5. Helping other staff mem bers is part of Editor Tammy Knehan's job. 6. Staff editors meet to discuss book layout. 3 I 1. At the cystic fibrosis basketball marathon players discover it's fun to raise money and play while you do it. 2. Paul Matson helps people at the FCA coat check during basketball games. 3. Marathon basketball players wait for the ball to come down so they can continue to play. 4. Players wait for the tipoff during the cystic fibrosis basketball marathon. 92 FCA small, busy group; brings Christian attitude Fellowship of Christian Athletes is another small but busy organization. The purpose is to bring the Christian attitude closer to the field of sports and any area where there is competition. They did this by having Bible reading sessions or rap sessions. Some of the other things they did were check coats at basketball games. They also sponsored the cystic fibrosis basketball marathon. I. German Club members work on a wall mural. 2. Allen Korte and Kris Peitsch discuss Christmas grab bag gifts at a German Club meeting. 3. Sponsor Sandy Sypherd works along with Spanish Club members for Foreign Language Day at Wayne State College. 4. Spanish Club members look over music during a meeting. 5. German Club members prepare paints for wall designs. 94 Clubs' first year keeps very busy This was the first year for both Spanish and German Clubs. But for such small clubs they accomplished a great deal. German Club members painted a mural on the wall in the German room. They also held an Oktoberfest, Schmekfest and Christmas parties. At these gatherings they served traditional German foods and played German games. Spanish Club also kept very busy by holding Christmas parties and other gatherings where they sang Spanish songs and ate good hot Spanish food. The club also formed a singing group and entered the annual Foreign Language Days contest at Wayne State College and came home with second prize. 95 Large newspaper staff rewarding A larger staff proved to be rewarding with 10 issues of the DISCOVERER coming out. Beginning journalism classes put out one issue. This prepares next year’s new staff members on what happens on an actual publication. Assistant editor, Lyndy Emerson, was an alternate in feature writing for state competition. Toni Larsen received the outstanding newspaper staff award at the journalism banquet. Advisor Miss Jean Fox stated that, “This year’s paper gave better coverage of all school activities than last year. ” 5 . Toni Larsen prepares bills for advertisers. 2. Newspaper staff (back row) Kim Brandenburgh, Jacki Johnston, Vicky Pieters. Nancy Latham (second row) Todd Trofholz. Bob Markham. Scott Wagner, Beth Burdine. Steve Abegglen, Mike Swartz (third row) Sue Mueller. Gary Sansoni. Lyn-dy Emerson (front row) Toni Larsen. 3. Bob Markham and Chris Bartlett finish articles for the DISCOVERER. 4. Editor Vicky Pieters and assistant editor Lyndy Emerson discuss newspaper ideas with Fremont High’s newspaper staff members. 5. Vicky proofreads her editorial before sending it to the printer. 97 Debaters conclude successful year Throughout the year debaters traveled to different meets some doing well, in some not. But, they did end up with several trophies showing a pretty successful year, which ended with them traveling to Lincoln for the State Debate Tournament. The debaters did not make the finals, but did have several outstanding performances. As the year drew to a close they held an honors banquet, presenting the Outstanding Debater award and several gag awards. 98 1. Debaters take a break during one of many meets. 2. Jenny Rice delivers the opening arguments for her team. 3. Debaters wait for results of the state meet. 4. Debaters include (back row) Coach Fred Fiddlke, Mack Schermer, Jamie Ferguson, Terry Michael, Dan Walker (second row) Karla Chamberlain, Karla Hull, Terry Lowry, Elenor Schrodt, Carol Rush (front row) Tami Averett, Jenny-Rice, Debbie Wunderlich, Sue Sayed, Lin Selig, Sue Selig. 5. Trophy winners display trophies of a successful season (back row) Tim Munson, Bob Shivley, Coach Fred Fiddleke (front row) Russ Maneely, Sue Selig, Eleanor Schrodt. Lin Selig. 1. State competitors were (back row) Toby Gay, Randy Iwanski, Bill Bakenhus, Terry Anderson, (front row) Don Meissner, Tom Shank. Dale Robertson, Mr. Gary Schafer. 2. Slow dance enjoyed by couple at VICA tape dance. 3. Members serve chili at feed. 4. Terry Boss satisfies his hunger by buying a chili feed ticket from VICA members Terry Anderson and Peggy Chestnut. 5. Couples come to have a good time at VICA tape dance. VICA students given various leadership opportunities VICA, Vocational Industrial Clubs of America, a new club, was organized and officers were elected. They were President Dale Robertson, vice president Scott Harsh, secretary Peggy Chestnut, treasurer Bill Bakenhus, reporter Randy Iwanski, parlimentarian Dave Struck. Through VICA, industrial students are given the opportunity to hold office, develop leadership abilities, participate in educational, civic recreational and social activities. Fund raising events included a blue rock shoot for all members and guests. Members made VICA T-shirts. A chili feed and tape dance were also sponsored by VICA. Seven students traveled to Lincoln for the State Skill Olympics. Mr. Gary Schaefer sponsored the trip April 8, 9 and 10. First place honors went to Don Meissner for engineer drawing and Toby Gay for architecture. They were eligible to compete at nationals in June. The competition will be in Miami Beach. 100 5 1. Miss Jean Fox, Quill and Scroll adviser, holds a plaque given in appreciation by both the Discoverer and Voyage staffs. 2. Quill and Scroll officers Ann Luchtel, vice-president; Mike Cromwell, treasurer; Tami Stradley, secretary; Don Meissner, president. 3. Secretary Tami Stradley listens to plans being made for the journalism banquet. 4. Mr. Ed Fischer, guest speaker at the annual journalism awards banquet, shows one of his political cartoons. 5. Miss Marcene Moomey helps Quill and Scroll members Tim Byrnes, Todd Trofolz and advisor Jean Fox set up refreshments after the initiation. 6. Mr. Fischer does a caricature showing Sue Walgren literally “grinning ear to ear. 102 WORLD HERALD cartoonist talks at awards banquet Ed Fischer, syndicated cartoonist for the Omaha World Herald, was the guest speaker at the annual journalism awards banquet held April 29 at Elks Country Club. Mr. Fischer talked to the students about his career as a cartoonist and also about the journalistic field in general. Awards were presented to Tim Byrnes, outstanding section editor; Sue Walgren, outstanding staff member; both of the Voyage staff and Toni Larsen, outstanding staff member of the Discoverer. New staff positions for both the yearbook and the newspaper were also announced. Three students were initiated into Quill and Scroll at the banquet, numbering total membership at 25. The banquet itself, was supported by the proceeds of a bake sale and a cake raffle which were put on by the Quill and Scroll members. Quill and Scroll officers Don Meissner, president; Ann Luchtel, vice-president; Tami Stradley, secretary; Mike Cromwell, treasurer; and also Allen Korte, Steve Abegglan, Toni Larsen and Cheryl Poison formed a committee that made table decorations, name cards and programs for the banquet. 103 5 1. Stu-Co President Beth Burdine acts as emcee for the Bicentennial Day finals. 2. Coach Dorothy Courtier informs her team that they are going to win during Bicentennial Day games. 3. Lauri Rice entertains during the Honors Night program sponsored by Stu-Co and Thespians. 4. Sophomores gather to discuss the evenings events during one of Stu-Co s dances. 5. Sponsor Chris Dixon checks his watch to make sure events go off as scheduled. 6. Sue Mueller shows freshmen around school on orientation day. 7. Dee Ann Divis submits her speech on election day for Stu-Co offices. 104 4 Money making projects begin with sidewalk sale “There has never been a busier year for Stu-Co, ” stated Mr. Chris Dixon sponser. Student Council opened their money-making projects during the summer by selling refreshments at the sidewalk sale in order to raise money to pay for sending members to summer workshop. .As school started Stu-Co was faced with a very grave problem as their treasury was empty and they had to sponser the annual Snowball dance. But being people that work, they went to bat and raised the money and then some by holding such projects as car washes, bake sales, tape dances and pop machine receipts. 105 1. Dan Walker finds out that riding a tricycle is not all what it is cracked up to be when his team enters the finals of the Bicentennial Day games. 2. Mack Schermer gets ready to roll as he waits for the gun in the inner tube race. 3. Some teams find out how hard it is to hit the bucket as six people carry water in the water race. 4. President of Stu-Co Beth Burdine awards the winners of the days' activities their bronze medals. 5. Coach Ralph Eickoff sternly looks as his team participates in the activities. 106 Students, teachers join in Stu-Co games, dance As April 9 drew near, the school began to buzz, because this was to be the Bicentennial Day. It was a day for class lines to be forgotten and teachers to join in the fun. At 1:10 everyone gathered out behind the school and bedlam ensued as they played games such as thread the needle, Nebraska ball, blindfolded football and 55-gallon drum roll. The three winners of the afternoon games then met at night to have a playoff. To round out the days activities, Student Council held a tape dance. “This ended a successful year, ” said President Beth Burdine. The money collected from the tape dance and Bicentennial evening went towards the Bicentennial Plaza. 5 Theatre section presents new version of ‘Wizard of Oz’ The International Thespian Society Troupe 2406 started the season by electing Tim Byrnes as chairman, Meri Knau as vice-chairman and Vicky Davison as secretary. Candy sales were held during home wrestling meets to raise money for the Winter production, “ Wizard of Oz, 76. ” The play was based on the original story written by Frank Baum. But, music was from the MGM movie which starred Judy Garland and from the all-black-super-soul musical, “The Wiz. Dorothy (Katie Hervert) with her dog Tote (Jenny Rice) were caught up in a human dancing tornado that carried them to Oz. Upon her arrival she accidentally killed one of the five great powers, Lucinda, wicked witch of the East. Dorothy realized she was not in Kansas. But, Melinda (Mary Gangel) good witch of the North, directed her to the main power of Oz, the Wiz, (Wayne Lewis). Bidding farewells to East Oz, she headed to the central zone that housed the great Emerald City. But, the trip only caused her to meet new friends such as a debrained Scarecrow (Kathy Lange), a recycled Tin Woodman (Don Meissner) and a gutless Lion (Karin Saafeld). Enemies were created by the forces of Belinda (Patty Miller) and the popies who momentarily slowed up the crew in their quest for the Wiz. The Wiz told them to kill Belinda in order for them to gain their wishes. After doing this they forced the Wiz to become a neurosurgeon, a cardiovascular specialist, a psychologist and a travel agent. However, on the latter he summoned the power of Glinda (Lyndy Emerson), sorceress of the South. Dorothy then returned home to live happily ever after. Theatre II classes and Thespian initiates built the set under the direction of Miss Ruth Schlohbohm. The cast presented the play four times, two of which were for the area grade school children. 108 1. The Scarecrow (Kathy Lange), Tin Woodman (Don Meissner), Dorothy (Katie Hervert) and the Lion (Karin Saafeld) consult Verdo (David Sindelar) and Jade (Barb Staroscick) if the Wiz will see them. 2. Cast waits in choir room before a matinee. 3. Verdo stands guard under one of the Wiz-ard's many faces. 4. Theatre classes built scenery. 5. Munchkins?, No, just grade school children being escorted into the auditorium for the morning matinee. 4 Troupe 2406 cooperates with other organizations Thespians held a part in the Bicentennial program April 2, with the Sophomore Girls Glee by performing a one act melodrama entitled “The Stolen Submarine. ” Performing at a dinner theatre in the gymnasium, Peter Bixby (Tim Byrnes) was accused of stealing a submarine owned by his employer Mrs. Oswald Smithers Withers (Ann Luchtel). However, the problem was solved when Mrs. Wither’s daughter, Doris (Donna Pfeifer), was forced to confess of the crime in a plot to marry Peter, who was in love with Daisy June (Michelle Bellum). The troupe also participated in a trip to Omaha where they watched the play at the Firehouse Dinner Theatre. Student Council joined with the Thespians to present the annual Honors Night Ceremonies on May 17. 1 no Jl . During rehearsal Doris (Donna Pfeifer) explains to her unwilling lover about her plot to be married. 2. Peter Bixby (Tim Byrnes) demonstrated his job he had in the navy. 3. Sheriff Dillpickle (Jamie Ferguson) is tested for shock absorbtion of his inflated stomach. 4. Cast sings when asking What's it all about. Alfie? 5. Michelle Bellum applies stage makeup before first performance. 6. Truselda (Sue Engel) and Lemuel Bixby (Don Meissner) prepare for their Ma and Pa debut. 7. Miss Ruth Schlobohm observes Honors Night tryouts while Miss Carol Kobzafrom Platte College judges the entries. Ill i DECA gives opportunities in active student leadership DECA was opened to marketing students in 1968. It started out with 51 members and has grown to include 87 members. Through membership in the Distributive Education Clubs of America, students learned not only to serve as leaders but also to serve as followers. The purpose of DECA is to assist the state association in the growth and development of the organization, further develop education in marketing and distribution which will contribute to occupational competence and promote understanding and appreciation for the responsibilities of citizenship in our free, competitive enterprise system. Members helped prepare themselves for the challenges and responsibilities of the business world by participating in the numerous activities of the organization. 4 112 . Marketing students show generosity toward spooks in their sale of Halloween candy. 2. Mike Willman gains practical experience through the work release program. 3. Harvey Hyde and Pat Young decorate Christmas packages at the DECA gift wrapping stand at Tempo. 4. DECA members hold Christmas party for retarded children. 5. Coordinator Mr. Jon Trabert oversees an early morning breakfast board meeting. BAG 1M 2 1 State officers take their oath, among them is Ann Luchtel. 2. Beth Bur-dine boogies at S.L.C. dance. 3. Amongest the top three places in display rating. Beth Burdine takes second place. 4. Mr. Jon Trabert. marketing teacher, reviews magazine cards. 5. Ann Luchtel gives campaign speech. DECA proves to be educational in the marketing field Activities sponsored by DECA were successful in the 1975-1976 school year. They started the year by selling concessions at home football games. A Christmas gift wrapping stand was operated at the Tempo store. A Christmas party was held for the retarded children at the Fairacres School. DECA also co-sponsored the annual Sweetheart dance. DECA’s State Leadership Conference was held in Omaha Feb. 26, 27 and 28. Eleven students competed in the events. Ken Podraza placed among the top eight finalists in buying and pricing. Beth Burdine placed among the top eight finalist in public speaking, display theory, second place in display rating and first place in display competency. Ann Luchtel won her vie for a state office as District 6 vice president. Beth Burdine and Ann Luchtel traveled to Chicago for the 1976 Career Development Conference. The March-of-Dimes Walk-a-Thon was again sponsored by DECA. Co-chairmen Jeff Jaeggi and Scott Ridenour did a lot of hard work and they were well organized, ” said sponsor Mr. Jon Trabert. A dance was given for the people who helped with the walk. During the colonial days, as well as in the present, people participate in various forms of physical exercises. Such events as boat racing, horse racing, boxing and rounders, which later came to be called baseball, were a few of the past’s many sports. Then, as now, people participated for differing reasons, but most participated to be able to grasp such opportunities as learning cooperation with teammates, the feeling of physical well-being acquired and the sense of personal achievement gained. Even though the centuries have passed and the games have somewhat changed, the oppor-tunites involved with sports have not, so we, too, can grasp them and use them to our betterment. Opportunities Grasped Participation Back row; Coach Jack Young, Allen Korte, Dave Porter, Kirk Johnson, Matson, Larry Labens Front row: Dean Hagelstein, Scott Masob. Tom Dan Pensick, Dave Struck, Coach Richard Luebbe, Middle row: Greg Shank, Kevin O 'Hearn, Mike Quinn, Terry Norris Carr. Paul Athey, Mike Barthomew, Ken Ryba, George Rambour, Paul Inability to move the ball consistently and to score told the story for the varsity football team with the season record of a disappointing 3-5-1, although the defense held their opponents to a creditable 9.8 points average per game. The season highlights included the must” game win over Millard with the best game being against the talented Grand Island team. Climaxing the season was the welcome win over Norfolk. Coach Jed Rood cited seniors Dave Struck, Brian Foutch, Greg Schribner, Mike Quinn, Mike Bartholomew, Bill Beckenbauer, Ken Ryba and Larry Nitz for strong per-fromances. Promising juniors were Brian Bullington, Jim Schwartzer, Rick Sharp and Greg Becher along with Dave Porter. Big Ten Conference honors were won by Todd Trofholz, Dan Pensick and Allen Korte. Named to the Apollo honor squad were George Rambour, Porter, Pensick and Korte. Korte was named as recipient of the Bob Murray Award. Pensick was named All-State at offensive guard. Lack of scoring punch hurts football; defense holds foes under 10 points 1 M8 Varsity football backs and ends are (back row) Coach Jed Rood, Steve Abegglen, Bill Beckenbauer, Brian Foutch, Mike Swartz, Loren Goedeken, Greg Schribner, Todd Trofholz, Gary Sansoni. Coach Mark Ekeland (second row) Brian Bullington, Scott Wagner, Mike Liebschwager, Greg Becher, Jim Schwartzer, Terry Diedrich, Rick Sharp (front row) Steve Ziola, Craig Marsh, John Peterson, Mark Jilek, Gary Becher, Larry Nitz, Bob Goos. 3 1. Todd Trofholz rifles a pass downfield. 2. The huddle breaks up with the new stratedgy in mind. 3. Dave Porter hurdles a blocker on his way to a Kearney back as Scott Wagner and Greg Schribner look on. 119 JV football starts fast; ends with even record The junior varsity football team began the season in strong fashion by annexing three straight wins before meeting tougher competition and ending with a 3-3 record. The young Maroons’ season highlight was their win over Norfolk at Norfolk. Coach Lanny Neese and his assistant Roger Iwansky were noted by Head Coach Mark Ekeland for doing a fine job. Enthusiasm and spirit kept the J. V. ’s in every game even though they were outsized in every game. The lack of experience of their linebackers was the weakest point. Cited as outstanding players were most of the juniors and sophomores Gary Becher, Mike Liebswager and John Peterson. Coach Mark Ekeland summarized the season this way, “We got off to a fast start then ran into tougher competetion. We played well but were physically outmanned at times. The season ended well with good effort. ” 3 I. John Peterson gets ready to unload a pass as Gary Becher blocks against the stiff rush. 2. Mike Liebschwager sheds tacklers on this second down play. 3. Teammates on both teams untwine themselves from a pileup. 4. John Justice cartwheels a Norfolk foe as Mike Swartz and Tim Munson look on. 120 J.V. football team includes (back row) Coach Lanny Neese, Coach Roger Iwansky, Kirk Schreiber, Russell Strehle, Mike Swartz, Tim Munson, Mike Becher. Loren Goedeken. Kerry Prochaska, Dan Korcek, Jim Berry, Scott Mason, Jerry Joseph, Charlie Settlemyer, Kirk Johnson. Coach Mark Ekeland (middle row) Paul Athey, Rick Haney, Steve Ziola, Craig Marsh, Steve Abegglen, Chris Cole, Pat Burrows, Tom Shank, Terry Norris, Doug Moore, Mike Liebswager, Tim Wilcox. Dale Lovell, l vrry Labens (front row) Mark Jilek, Brian Kearney , John Justice, Dana Johnson, Gary Becher. John Peterson, Jerry Mancuso, Scott Loseke, Bob Goos, John Tremain, Chris Garretson. 121 k Tankers of ‘76 are (back) Assistant Steve Graus, Coach Barry Johnson, Scott Harsh, Dale Robertson, Gary Van Dyke, Ed Schulz. Bill Lange, Jodry Courtier, Mark Peterson, (second) Kevin Carnes, Mike Hoffman, Mark Sawtel. Wade Bartlett. Mark Weber, Chris Lovci, Rick Tate, (front) Rex Allen, Randy Eihausen, Bill Bakenhus, Brian Wertz and student managers Joni Tank and Sue Irby. Fremont Northeast Ralston Northeast 2nd Hastings 2nd 2nd f Millard WkZnd 2nd Grand Island H‘4 st. Conference Meets 1st Apollo 2nd tie Bin 10 2nd 1st State 11th 1. Senior Dale Robertson practices his dive for the backstroke. 2. Bill Lange of '77 straightens out before slicing the water. 3. Gary Mueller strokes to another victory. 4. Lady timers set the style before the takeoff. New coach aids success to gain second in Big 10 “This year’s team is probably one of the strongest that Discoverers have had for several years, ” stated Head Coach Barry Johnson. Mr. Johnson coached his first year with the Discoverers after three years at Hastings where his team was Big 10 champ for two consecutive years. His coaching has also gained much success for the '76 Discoverers as they claimed second place at both Apollo and Big 10 Conferences. The finners placed eleventh at State which is close to their record a few years ago of tenth. The tankers also splashed their way through the season by an almost upset at Hastings and a third place title at Millard. This could be accredited to their split practice at the Y— once in the morning from 6 to 8 and a workout at 2:45 to 4:15 p.m. One grand breakthrough in the successful season was breaking 5 of 11 previous Columbus records which proves the teams great and renewed strength. Even though the actual dual record ended with five wins, six losses and one tie, the team felt they were 9-3 since 3 of the defeats were reversed later in the season and the tie would have vic-torized if complications would not have arisen. But most important is the teams spirit which is still Number 1. 123 The tennis team consists of (back row) Coach Gary Duranski, Roland (front row) Dan Berlin, Jim Sackett, Dave Warrender, Scott Ferguson and Augspurger, Bob Shivley, Wayne Wong, Mike Fraka. Mike Willman, Doug Swartz. 1. Jim George races to return a drop shot. 2. Dan Berlin s opponent keeps him on his toes. 3. A forehand is followed through by Mike Willman. 4. A powerful bachkand sends the ball flying by Jim Sackett. 3 124 ! I - ). Racketmen show effort throughout entire season “The tennis team put forth good effort in competition, ” remarked Coach Gary Duranski. At the first of the season inex-perince showed in the players, but later they made a good come back. Sophomore Bob Shivley said this was successfully highlighted by the three dual wins. Duranski stated the racketmen lacked team morale due to the fact of not having sufficient leadership. He said Jim Sackett could have provided this if he had not had a broken arm for six weeks. Duranski added that in the matches Dan Berlin showed up as well as anyone. Jim George and Sackett scored two points in doubles at State. York 2nd David City % st Scotus 1st Lakeview vFremont 1st' J fSjfiSw vnd Norfolk 2nd Millard 2nd Big Ten 6th Districts ' 5th Apollo 6 5thJf m Cross country runners have good team balance Cross country harriers showed good team balance throughout the season. There was always team leadership from one of the two seniors Terry Michaels and Mark Redrow. “One of the two always ran though, ” stated Coach Ron Callan. He also said Redrow ran an excellent race against top runners when he set a record of 12.41 in 2.3 miles. Junior Terry Anderson had the record earlier in the season. A completed season of 3-4 in duals proved alot of support was put forth by the underclassmen. 2 124 Cross Country Team (back row) Coach Ron Callan, Todd Lyon, Roger Peterson, Dave Morse, Mark Redrow Travis Jackson, Ken Stavas and 3 Doug Brunkhorst (front row) Terry Michael, Dana Wurdinger, Bob Chavanue and Terry Anderson. 4 1. Terry Michael has good stride at Lake Babcock. 2. Terry Anderson strains to keep ahead of his opponents. 3. Todd Lyons sprints across the finish as Coach Callen looks on. 4. Good effort is put forth by Ken Stavas. 127 128 Members of the sophomore team are John Peterson, Gary Becher, John Faulkner, Jerry Mancuso, Al Siemek, Dale Lovell, Dave Levos, Bob Braithwait, Coach Mark Ekeland. Travis Jackson, Jerry Joseph, Mark Size hurts J. V. ’s; Jilek, Bob Shively, Dana Johnson, Jim Whetstone, Jeff George, Doug Swartz, Corby Warner. Student Managers Larry Labenz and Paul Channer. sophs aggressive, quick Although theJV team was small they didn't lack team leaders such as juniors Bob Goos, Mike Swartz and Scott Wagner. Coach Dick Luebbe remarked We were handicapped because of our size; it was a poor year because it was hard to overcome the size factor. ’’ He also said toward the end of the season the team's attitude and discipline got a lot better. JV’s finished with a 1-15 record. Sophomore basketball ended with a successful 10-0 record. High scorers were Mark Jilek and Bob Braithwait while John Peterson was floor leader. Jerry Mancuso, John Faulkner and Al Siemek were good players off the bench. Jerry Joseph and Jilek played the boards well. Coach Mark Ekeland said the team had a lot of aggresiveness and quickness. He also remarked that sophomores had a lot of potential in the beginning and when they got into a tough grind they came through. Although the team had a height disadvantage, it showed almost no effect on the outcome of each game. “A key to defense is forcing the other team to make mistakes, I think defense wins the ball game” commented Ekeland. The highlight of the season was when the young maroon and white cagers defeated the Norfolk Panthers on a last second shot. JV team includes (back raw) John Peterson, Gary Becher. John Faulkner, Bob Braithwait. Mike Swartz, Travis Jackson, Scott Wagner, Jerry Joseph, Mark Jilek, Al Siemek, Jerry Mancuso, Bob Goos. (front row) Stu- dent manager Larry Labenz, Coach Dick Luebbe. Assistant Coach Roger Iwansky, Student manager Paul Channer. SOPHOMORE BASKETBALL Scotus 55-53 Grand Island 65-53 Norfolk 67-49 Fremont 59-47 Hastings 61-59 Scotus 63-52 Norfolk 45-44 Fremont 61-43 Hastings 60-41 Grand Island 83-57 2 J.V. BASKETBALL Ralston 42-50 Hastings 41-45 South Souix City 46-47 Norfolk 49-51 Grand Island 54-75 Beartice 45-51 Fremont 50-53 Hastings 32-56 Omaha Bryan 51-52 Fremont 50-58 Papillion 34-47 Millard 53-65 Grand Island 54-69 Norfolk 53-62 Omaha Northwest 55-58 Omaha Benson 73-56 m 3 1. Scott Wagner attempts to tip off the ball as Mark Jilek stands ready. 2. JV player Bob Goos races down the court while Scott Wagner moves to guard him. 3. A jump for a basket is made by Korby Warner as John Peterson and Jerry Joseph play offense. 129 130 1. Greg Scribner drives for an easy two” as Mark Redrow looks on. 2. The team members unify at center court before game at State. 3. Senior Dan Pensick opens the Sports Center up right by winning the pre-game tip. 4. Gary San-soni shows good form as he hits two over pressure. 3 : s4 Basketball team makes goal as state tournament Good, unity helped the basketball players highlight their season by achieving goals to State Tournament. ‘‘Having played the first game at Lincoln s new Sports Center was great, ” remarked Coach Denny Bargen. Although size sometimes hurt them, they were able to run fast with the ball. The final win at Districts with Omaha Benson proved these performances true. Seniors Todd Trofholz made the Apollo and Big Ten Conference team, while Mark Redrow made the Apollo and second Big Ten team. Trofholz received honorable mention at All State. Dan Pensick also received an honorable mention. The season was completed with a record of 11-8 and placing second at Apollo. Varsity team members are (back row) Jeff Morris. Todd Lyon, Todd Beckenhauer. Gary Sansoni, John Anderson, (front row) Coach Dick Trofholz, Greg Scribner, Dan Pensick. Mark Redrow. Al Korte, Bill Luebbe, Coach Denny Bargen. 131 1. Jeff Morris concentrates as he lines up a putt. 2. Varsity team is Scott Ferguson, Mike Jones, Jeff Morris and Al Richards. 3. A slight breather helps Al Richard’s game. 4. Corby Warner's performance shows good techniques. 1 Golfers efforts are high; runner-up at districts “Team effort was the key factor for the boys golf squad. The guys practices went well and were reliable throughout the season, ” remarked Coach Bartholomew. Some weakness laid in the inexperience of a few of the boys. One of the highlights of the season was the districts where the team placed as runner-up. They were one stroke out of first with an especially fine performance shown by Jeff Morris. Morris also helped the team by taking ninth place at State being two strokes out of first. 3 132 Fraka. Jerry Prochaska, Allan Richards. Don Mihulka, and Scott Mason. Golf team includes (front row) Scott Ferguson. Steve Dolezal, Korby Warner, Dave Levos, (back row) Jeff Morris, Mike Jones, Mike 4 133 Wrestlers take 3 titles; loose state by 2 points CHS wrestlers again captured the Apollo, Big Ten and District titles on their way to their thrilling try for a third straight State title. Battling to the final seconds of the heavyweight match, the “fighting Discoverers” lived up to the motto on their mats, barely losing the first place by a scant two points, 73-71. Coach Lanny Neese, justifiably proud of all his matmen, cited senior heavyweight George Ram hour’s gallant victory in the State finals as a season highlight. His teammates voted Rambour the Outstanding Wrestler Award. Other notable efforts were made by Rudy Glur in his repeat as gold medalist, Craig Person with his two overtime victories and the point-producing efforts of Jamie Ferugson, Kirk McAndrew and Jim Sackett. Coach Neese stated the team’s weakness was lack of pins and control of opponents on the mats. However, Coach Neese stressed team unity and spirit as their strengths. The squad amassed a season total of 376 takedowns. 134 Members of the wrestling squad are (back row) Coach Lanny Neese, statistician Wayne Wong, Jim Sackett, Ken Ryba, Mike Bartholemew, Mike Quinn, Jamie Ferguson, Mike Henggler, Coach Kevin Nolan (front row) Kirk McAndrew, Rudy Glur, Craig Person, Collyn Florendo, Tim Arlt, Craig Marsh. Scott Ferguson. Rudy Glur takes it easy after boosting the score with another victory. 2. Happy Collyn Florendo is congratulated by his teammates for winning a close match. 3. Jim Sackett is victorious again over a tough Ralston wrestler. 4. State Champion George Ram hour struggles to pin his Papillion opponent. . Ken Ryba keeps a firm hold on his man as he grapples to a victory. 2. Teammates watch each match with unity. 3. A half nelson and consentra-tion helps Rod Cartsensen complete his match. 4. Coach Nolan gives Tim Arlt tips on aggresiveness. 1 136 Team members include (back row) student manager Lloyd Burge. Dean Halggelstein, CharlieSettlemyer. Ken Ryba, Tim Munson. Dana Wurdinger, Rus Maneely, Lloyd Vorderstrasse, Coach Kevin Nolan. (front row) John Justice, Rod Carstensen. Mike Sackett, Scott Loseke, Mike Schumacher. Jim Speicher, (not pictured) Tim Arlt. Steve Birkel. Greg Carr, Dan Korcek, Tim Wilcox, Mario Yanes. JV wrestlers successful season For the first time JV wrestlers defeated the Hastings and Grand Island reserves in dynamite dual matches. The season was completed with a fantastic 13-0 record in duals, while placing third at the Albion Invitational. “Although most of the grapplers were young the_ were hard workers and eage. to learn, ” remarked Coach Kevin Nolan. He also said they showed remarkable abilty and drive. Team leaders, junior Tim Arlt and sophomore Scott Loseke, kept up team unity. “When everyone stays together it helps to win, commented Nolan, “I was pleased with everyone’s performances. ” 137 Tracksters include (back row) Coach Gary Busteed, Todd Lyon, Terry Michael. Bill Beckenhauer, Allen Korte, Dan Pensick. Mark Redrow. Roger Peterson, George Ram hour, Tim Munson, Mark Jilek, Dana Wur-dinger. Bob Chauanu, Doug Brunkhorst, Dave Porter, Coach Ron Callan, (second row) Coach Jack Young, Pat Murray, John Tremain, Travis Jackson. Barry Baldwin, Dave Miller, Calvin Dixon, John Berry, Ken Stavas, Rick Haney, Jerry Mancuso. Dick Steiner. Frank Goedken, Student Manager Bob Brega, Student Assistant Gary Bredehoft, (front row) Lloyd Vorderstrasse. Steve Birkel. Mike Michalski, Chris Cole, Tim Hansen. Scott Loseke. Jamie Ferguson, Phil Ernst, Steve Ziola, Student Manager Mario Yanes. Tracksters perform well; time, height are goals Outstanding performances in track were achieved by seniors Dan Pensick and Todd Lyon as they finished at State while George Rambour and junior Dave Porter qualified in field events. Pensick set a school record at State as he through the shot 57 ft. Underclassmen highlighted the season as the two mile relay performed well at Districts. “Time, height and distant goals got in the way of winning efforts, ” remarked Coach Callan. He commented that this could have been due to the fact of a late start and cold season at the beginning of Track. Callan also said he was pleased with the accomplishments in weight events and jumps. 138 1. Todd Lyon streaks toward the finish of the 440 yard dash. 2. Dan Pen-sick unloads another record toss. 3. Rick Haney stretches to make a good jump at the Fremont Indoor. 4. Roger Peterson arches over the bar at the Fremont Invitational. 4 139 Members of the tennis team include (back row)Mary Nichols, Jody Fergin, Cheryl Poison. Bev Meyers, Beth Potter, Julie Dyke, student managers Lori Schaffer and Shelly Raitt, Coach Dorthy Courtier (second row) Donna Stiener, Joan Olsen, Sherri Nelson, Diane Tredway, Lynette Cattau, Kathy Davy, Joan Nelson. Deb Hamemick (front row) Sue Irby, Jana Koerwitz and Connie Ernst. 2 I. Coach Dorthy Courtier studies the line-up of players before the Norfolk meet. 2. Preparing to serve is Diane Tredway. 3. Jana Koerwitz gets ready to return an opponents serve. 4. Good form and technique is shown by Joan Nelson as she hits the ball. 3 140 1 Pius Texn 2-7 Fremont 4-5 Grand Island 7-2 Norfolk 5-4 Pius Texn 7-2 York 6-3 York 7-0 Apollo 3rd Fremont 5-4 Big Ten 1st Norfolk 2-7 State 4th Kearney 4-5 Girls tennis champions; 75-76 Big Ten titleholders Winning Big Ten in the first year of its competition brought history to girls tennis. Sherri Nelson played the number two position on the team and took first. Another first was won by Lynette Cattau as the number two player. Cattau and Nelson were two dominate players during the entire season, in both doubles and singles. An exciting meet was won when the girls matched up with Norfolk for the second time, winning to the past Apollo Champs. Although the weather for tennis was poor the team pulled through an outstanding season of 6-4 duals. “It was difficult to find courts open to practice on occasionally, ’ remarked coach Dorthy Courtier. She also said she was pleased with the girls performances. Ml Teams support at best; unity essential to girls Unity and support were at their best for girls track throughout the season. Seniors Peg Chestnut and Becky Sutton had a special way to keep up team moral. Field events were the most promising as three school records were broken. Double record holder Michelle Ram-bour threw the disc 35.3' i ft. A lengthy jump of 15.8 ft. was accomplished by sophomore Diane Martensen. Other records were the mile relay run by Lyndy Emerson, Sue Mueller, Karen Schumacher and Becky Person at a 4.31 clocking and the mile run by senior Ann Ewert set at 7.42. We didn’t have enough sprinters and speed, but the field events backed us up alot, ” remarked Coach Betty Wieser. Ewert was chosen by the girls as the outstanding trackster due to her performances and unique leadership. Letters were achieved by the 15 girls who completed the season. This was done by either accumalating a total of 8 points, placing first in a dual or triangular, setting a record, placing in an invitational or finishing the season and showing good sportsmanship. Track team members are (back row) Coach Betty Weiser, Becky Person, , Ann Ewert, Peg Chestnut. Michelle Ram bour, Karen Schumacher. Jo Ann Chestnut. Shayne Callan, Coach Sandy Hopp (second row) student manager Kathy Iwanski, Tammy Hayek, Lyndy Emerson, Tammy Mimick, Sandy Bonk, Becky Sutton (front row) Diane Martensen, Sue Mueller, Jo Bartholomew, Cheryl Bredehoft, student manager Chris Murray. Fremont Triangular 3rd Grand Island Dual 2nd Lakeview Triangular 3rd Grand Island Invite 8th Apollo 7th Big Ten 8th Districts 8th 1. Jo Bartholomew waits for her events in deep concentration. 2. Ann Ewert shows stranous efforts as she throws the discus. 3. A record is broken in the mile relay after Lyndy Emerson’s stamina helps them through. 4. Successful jumps are made by Tammy Mimick as she hurls over the bar. 143 144 ■C 1 Apollo title won; teamwork helps The volleyball team compiled an 11-4 record in the best season preformance. They also copped the Apollo title and were district runners-up for the first time. According to Coach Sandra Hopp the season was accomplished by good teamwork and a balanced scoring attack and a unity unsurpassed at CHS. All the varsity competed well for the six year mentor with the statistics being about even in every category. Season highlights proved to be beating Beatrice and winning the Apollo conference. Coach Hopp also commented that the kids were really good to work with and also had lots of spirit and teamwork and the willingness to give 110% when the time came. THE J.V. squad finished with a 4-6 record. The sophomores finished with a 2-1 record. 2 1. Lets Go” was the cry to boost team spirit before reporting to the court. 2. Jana Korewitz sets the ball for spiker Mary Aemi. 3. Kris Peitsch shows perfect form in placing the ball in the opponents court. 4. Teamwork was easily seen by the actions of the squad during the varsity games. Norfolk 15-6 Seward 11-15 Lakeview 4-15 Scotus 15- 6 Fremont 11-15 Grand Island 17-15 Beatrice 15-3 Apollo Millard 15- 8 Beatrice 15- 8 15- 5 12-15 12-15 16-14 10-15 14- 16 15- 17 8- 15 15-11 15-13 15- 2 9- 15 15- 2 15- 6 15- 8 15- 7 12-15 Volleyball team members include (back row) Coach Wes Scales, Val Swartz, Tammy Mimick, Barb Saalfeld, Michelle Rambour, Sheri Nelson, Kris Peitsch, Cheryl Poison, Lynette Cattau, Donna Steiner, Cheri Pen-sick, Sue Mueller, Ann Ewert, Jana Koerwitz, Deb Hamemick, Coach Sandi Hopp. (front row) Diane Martensen, Becky Person, Lin Selig, Shelley Warren, Barb Nyffeler, Debbie Alt, Trish Hopp, Lisa Harms, Lori Schafer, Sue Selig, Mary Aemi and Tami Stradley. 145 Fremont win highlight in impressive 1st season The initial season of girls basketball was a definite success according to Coach Steve Klut-man. He was pleased with the team unity and enthusiasm which enabled the inexperienced squad to compile an impressive 6-2 record. Coach Klutman noted team strength was evident in their aggresive defense and rebounding, averaging 38 to their opponents 29. Weaknesses were the turnovers and lack of experience. Season highlight was the final game, a victory over Fremont to cap their four game winning streak. Coach Klu tman cited junior Sherri Nelson as the team leader while top scoring and recounding honors went to Lynette Cattau. Senior starter Ann Ewert was second in both scoring and rebounding categories. Listed as excellent on defense were Betty Schmidt, Becky Person and Diane Martensen. Girls basketball team members include (back row) Coach Steve Klutman. Reeky Person. Diane Martensen. Sherri Nelson. Yvonne Gerrelts. Ann McWilliams. Lynette Cattau. Susan Rlaser. Ann Ewert, Deb Hammernik. Betty Schmitt. Coach Jon Trabert, student assistant Terry Michael (front row) student manager Kris Peitsch. Denise Want. Donna Want. Marcie Rystrom. Tami Ridenour, Valerie Schwartz, Dee Ann Divis, student manager Connie Keefauver. Lakeview 45-35 Norfolk 43-24 Hastings 45-48 Fremont 47-55 Lincoln Pius X 52-38 Norfolk 52-31 Papillion 34-32 Fremont J.V. 43-39 Lakeview 26-18 Norfolk 32-13 Hastings 21-18 Fremont 30-29 OT Lincoln Pius X 20-17 OT Norfolk 28-17 Papillion 17-26 Fremont 16-32 .3 1. Ann Ewert powers up for a shot against the Panthers as Sherri Nelson looks on. 2. Sherri Nelson tips the ball to the waiting arms of Lynnette Cat-tau. 3. Ann Ewert and Deb Hammernik battle for the ball as Diane Martensen and Lynnette Cattau await the outcome. 4. Susan Blaser. Valerie Schwartz and Kathy Davy aggressively fight for a rebound against the Norfolk Panthers. 3 1. Cathy Curry shows good form as she tees off. 2. Follow through is the key to Connie Ernst’s drive down the fair way. 3. Joan Olson sets up for a put. 4. Concentration is important for a good drive as Karin Saalfeld demonstrates. 148 The girls golf team climaxed an excellent season by being runners-up at the State meet. Cathy Curry took the individual State title over 160 other contestants. Her play was consistently excellent thoughout the season. Karin Saalfeld also finished well with a fifth place at State. Other steady performers were Denise Thomsen, Connie Ernst and Joan Olson The all underclassmen squad displayed good balance and unity. Coach Denny Bargen commented, “The team played well with more improvement from the first to last of season compared to last year, enabling them to get second at state. ” Golfers season success; place second at State Golf team consists of (back row) Joan Olson, Denise Thompsen, Kay Hill (front row) Connie Ernst, Karin Saalfeld, Cathy Curry, Coach Denny Bargen. Female swimmers splash through opening season Girl’s swimming made its initial splash with the young inexperienced team showing promise. There were 13 sophomores, three juniors and three seniors on this year’s squad. Underclassmen Sandy Harsh, Julie Beckenhauer and Sue Snow combined with seniors Karen Tigges and Linda Michaelson to form a good 200 yard medley. Participating in two meets, they placed second at Norfolk and seventh in the Apollo. Snow competed in the 100 yard breast stroke at the state swimming meat. Squad members elected senior Michaelson as their captain and voted Snow as the outstanding swimmer. t I. Backstroker Diane Walker burns in as Julie Beckenhauer and Karen Tigges begin their takeoffs. 2. First girl swimmers are (back) Mary Bradley, Kathy Wickman, Beverly Meyers, Carmen Vrbka, Sandy Harsh, Judi Elston, (second) Coach Barry Johnson, Sue Irby, Cindy Irby. Linda Michaelson. Karen Tigges, Sue Snow, Linda Dierberger, Karen Schumacher (front) Kathy Vahlkamp, Julie Beckenhauer, Barb Kline, Roxi Uphoff, Marguaret Bartlett and Diane Walker. 3. Beverly Meyers executes dive. 4. Diver Carmen Vrbka works on form. 5. Linda Dierberger and Sue Snow are neck and neck as they come off the bbcks. 5 151 When the United States was born in 1776, it had been through quite alot of experiences. With each clash and confrontation it had grown a little bigger and bolder, gathering strength for the final struggle of freedom. On July 4, 1776, the United States of America declared its independence from England, starting up a country built on the theory that opportunities exist for every man. Students also go through many experiences, with the experience of learning being very important. As the student completes his high school education he can also acquire further opportunities by attending college, trade schools or working on the job. The seniors, like America, acquired many opportunities through all the experiences faced and these opportunities all add up to one thing; freedom in the land of the free. Opportunities Acquired Zlirough Experience Jan Abegglen Kim Adkisson Jan Ahlstrom Rex Allen John Anderson Tom Anderson Kathy Applegate Patrick Arasmith Thomas Arlt Dave Arndt Denise Augspurger Clark Babel Donna Barcel Michael Bartholomew Susan Bartlett William Beckenhauer Jay Becker Todd Beckler Douglas Behle Rachelle Behrens Noland Beisner Diana Berry Joan Bills Mary Jo Birkel Future plans are decided When a person thinks about it, school is very important. It has very much to do with your life after high school. In a person's senior year, most things seem very confusing, but with the help of the teachers, counselors, and administration, a person will find himself. Debbie Griffith 154 Lloyd Burge Shirley Butler Tim Byrnes Sheryl Birkel Sharon Bitter Terry Blaser Tamara Boettcher Diane Bonk Gloria Bore hers Bruce Brandenburgh Kim Brandenburg Sandra Brandt Jean Bray Gail Broxterman Mae Brunken Larry Bruns Tammy Brunkhorst Tom Bryan Beth Burdine 153 Brian Carlson Kathleen Carter Timothy Charmer Peggy Chestnut Brian Christensen Julie Christensen John Christiansen Cyndi Classen Victoria Conkel Nick Conrad Edward Coulter Jory Courtier Jolene Curran Terry Daniel Vicky Davison Kathleen Davy Terry Diedrich Bonnie Dohmen Brian Dolesh Michael Donoghue George Dostal Donald Drozd Carol Dush Julie Eisele James Ellison Connie Ernst Jeannine Evans Ann Ewert Peggy Fajman Carol Fendrick 156 James Ferguson Kevin Florendo Terri Fluckinger Ron Foltz Brain Foutch Lenni Fyfe Toby Gay Cynthia Gdowski James George Kyla George Yvonne Gerrlts David Gilmore Karen Glaser Meike Goos Debbie Griffith Larry Guenther Grads go ahead Remembering back, the biggest thing in my years here were the people. You get to know so many, you really like some and others you didn’t. But all of them were a part of school and life. I loved just go-ing out and not planning anything and having a riot. Sheryl Birkel 157 is® Lorie Hagelstein Vicki Hagelstein Bob Hall Kurt Hall Rebecca Hall Sandra Harms Debra Hayek Monette Hays Becky Heins Joni Heiser Cindi Hendrickson Donn Henke Kathleen Hervert Bruce Hoffart Harvey Hyde Eric Ingram Final step taken It is a change from being a sophomore and now a senior. There are a career and a life ahead of me. School has given me the chance to be what I want by teaching what I need. They had the classes and extracurricular activities that keep a person interested in school. Diana Berry Jeffrey Jaeggi Monte Jensen Catherine Jilek Judith Johnson Linda Johnson Jacqueline Johnston Joni Jones Michael Jones Terrie Joseph Jolene Kassen Connie Keefauver Christine Killham Timothy Kiuntke Keith Kline Tammy Knehans James Kobus Martha Koch Michael Koch Jean Korgie Allen Korte Lauri Kosiba Barb Koziol Judy Koziol Gary Krepel Connie Kresha Dan Kubicek Curt Kucera Russell Kudron Kathy Lange Sylvia Lange 159 Nancy Latham Judith Laudenklos Larry Leach Debbie Leimer Mike Leuos Milan Leuos Deborah Leptak Curtis Lippstreu Allen Long Bette Lovell Terrance Ludden Tamara Luedeman Todd Lyon Robert Markham Paul Matson James McAndrew Ann McDowell Ann McWilliams Connie Meagher Scott Meierding David Meyers Terrance Michael Linda Michaelsen Susan Michalski 140 Future plans are decided I learned a lot about myself and other people through working together as teammates. I learned what it is to struggle side by side with others toward a common goal and the friendship that results. Terry Michael I High school is a learning expierence and I wish I could go through it again knowing what I missed now. Mae Brunken School has been a real challenge in doing work for organizations and also teachers. I think everyone should get involved! Paula Phillips Laurel Michener Brad Mierau Donald Mihulka Galen Miller Kathy Miller Patricia Miller Kathleen Mitchell Randy Moore Jeffery Morris Gary Mueller Kem Munson Cindy Nadrchal Dave Nauenberg Joan Nelson Nicole Nelson Beth Newman Barbara Nickels Larry Nitz Denise Novotny Kevin O'Hearn Holly Olcott David Olsufka Paul Palen Kris Peitsch 161 Daniel Pensick Ken Petermann Priscilla Peterson David Phillips Deborah Phillips Paula Phillips Brian Pierson Vicky Pieters Allen Podraza Cindy Podraza Kenneth Podraza Pamela Potter William Price Michael Quinn John Rains Robert Raitt George Ram hour Cindy Recek Mark Redrow Scott Ridenour Lisa Rief Paulette Robak Alan Robertson Steven Rohde Mary Rueb Accept me as I am so I may learn what I can become. 162 Kenneth Ryba Jim Sackett Gary Sansoni Cindy Schaefer Joey Schaefer Jacqueline Scheffler Duane Schmidt Laura Schneider Daniel Scott Greg Scribner Lenard Seckman Lee Seda Lin Selig Jerrolyn Sessler Patricia Sigsworth Teresa Skinner Susan Snodgrass Mark Sommermeyer Ambrose Speicher Lou Speicher Rick Stachura Susan Starzec Michael Staroscik Nancy Stoakes 163 Keith Stohr David Struck Kathleen Sutherland Rebecca Sutton Connie Tagwerker Joni Tank Matt Thomas David Thompson Karen Tigges Sharon Tipton Linda Tobiason Timothy Torczen Cindy Toufar Greg Tredway Todd Trofholz Jennifer Tworek Janice Uden Tim Van Berg Norma Volnek Shelia Volnek Tim Warren Linda Weber Kelly Weldon Patti Whetstone John Wiehn Janet Wielgus Cynthia Wiese Vicki Wilcox Bruce Wilkinson Michael Willman 164 Carol Woemer Wayne Wong Timothy Woodworth Marlene Wright Robert Wrubel 165 166 Opportunities Opened Cearning As time passes, learning continues, new areas and ideas are touched upon and as a result more opportunities are opened up to the underclassmen. Teachers, of course, play a major role in the development of the student and the student’s desire to learn also rates high. The learning period seems long, but the students should remember that our forefathers worked long for what they considered right. For example, George Washington did not become the “Father of Our Country” overnight, but he first proved himself a strong military leader capable of winning the American Revolution. The underclassmen, like Washington, must perhaps wait for their opportunities to arise, but when that occurs, they will be better prepared for it. 283 juniors have impressive year My impression on school this year is it boring. Some of my classes are fun but they aren't as fun as last year. My junior year is very hard. Becky Willman Junior Class Officers are Loren Goedeken. treasurer; Rick Haney, president; Muffie Douglas, vice president; and Bob Goos, secretary. Steve Abegglen Mary Aerni Darla Aiken Sheri Aiken Pat Alt Jerry Anderson Scott Anderson Terry Anderson Tim Anderson Tim Arlt Kelley Arment Kris Armstrong Jeff Arndt Dana Augspurger Pat Augustine Carla Avery 168 Ethel Babka Bill Bakenhus Jim Barber Jo Bartholomew Chris Bartlett Sandi Baugh Greg Becher Mike Becher Sandi Bede Michelle Bellum Dan Berlin Susan B laser Tami Blessen Cindy Borchers Terry Boss Janelle Bouc Sheila Bowman Pam Brandenburgh Mark Brandt Sandy Brandt 169 Tim Brandt Rick Braun Cheryl Bredehoft Theresa Brehm Tammy Brink Mike Brooks Karen Brunken Brian Bullington John Byrnes Patty Carmichael Greg Carr Charles Case Lynette Cattau Tim Cave Rod Cheloha Doug Church Lanette Clark Leon Clausen Chris Cole Kris Conrad Alan Corder Tammy Coulter Tama Crebbin Cathy Curry Rick Curtis Cathy Czamick Joe Dahlkoetter Mike Davis Joyce Deden Steve Dolezal 170 Juniors face life A place to learn . .. friends.. a place to grow . . . reflect . . . happiness . . sorrow . . excitement . . a place where life dwells Chris Koppel I think school is a good experience. It really helps you prepare for life ahead of you. Kim Schoepf Karen Dotson Muffle Douglass Tim Dumas Stella Dush Judi Elston Lyndy Emerson Suzanne Engel Cheri Engelmann Dave Engquist Steve Euteneuer Teresa Fendrick Collyn Florendo Pat Force Rod Fraser Debbie Friedrichsen Dave From Nancy Gakle Jacki Gam mage Debra Garretson Tony Garretson Steve Gaver Bernice Gilsdorf Don Glaze Rudy Glur Loren Goedeken 171 Bob Goos Terry Griffiths Carey Haddock Mike Haddock Dean Hagelstein Pati Hall Deborah Hamernik Rick Honey Tim Hansen Nadine Harrington Sandy Harsh Scott Harsh Mike Haskins Emily Hasselquist Tammy Hayek Bethany Hayward Nancy Hecke Mike Henggler Randy Hiltner Dean Hoebing Juniors prosper; show enthusiasm I like the part that there is more freedom to do what you want. 117 is great because you can talk if you want. We can choose all of our classes except for the required ones but we get to decide what type of them. The halls here seem to be friendlier than junior high. was. More sports offered and more enthusiasm for them. Karen Brunken 172 Valerie Hoer Jill Hoge Dave Hughes Tom Hyland Randy Iwanski Sam Jacobs Karen Jenkinson Steve Jensen Cindy A. Johnson Cindy L. Johnson Kirk Johnson Karen Joiner Jim Junker Jane Keller Theresa Kiuntke Marie Klein Merideth Knau Tim Kneifel Jerry Knight David Koch Jana Koerwitz Chris Koppel 173 Jane Korgie Ken Koza Patty Kratky Teresa Kreitman Sharon Krepel Debbie Krum land Clayton Lange Bill Lange Pat Lannan Penny Larsen Toni Larsen Jacque Lesiak Kevin Leslie Ryan Lewis Rick Liebschwager Byron Longnecker Randy Lucht Ann Luchtel Steve Mack Tom Maneely Craig Marsh Scott Mason Judy McKee Don Meissner Pat Merrill Larry Messersmith 174 Mark Meyers Ivan Micek Ron Micek John Michalski Sandi Michener Gina Milbum David Miller Phil Miller Tom Miller Bonnie Mimick Dale Mitchell Crystal Moore Linda Moore Susan Moore Mark Morris Suzanne Mueller Tim Mueller Julie Murray Pat Murray Arden Nagengast Involvement keys junior's success School is an opportunity to learn about the people you attend it with. But I think that in order to know your school better you have to be involved. At CHS this year being with students and teachers has made my outlook on life and school alot different. For instance, last year I was said to be so quiet I couldn’t lead a silent prayer. This was the attitude of my fellow classmates but I think being involved has changed that!! CHS has a offered to me a great opportunity to know and care about others. Sue Engel 175 Jerry Nauenberg Chris Nelson Sharon Nelson Lori Nickels Sharon Nixon Terry Norris Tim Nye Joan Olson Duane Olsufka James Osterhoudt Claire Owens Diane Palen Bernice Paprocki Gary Pemperton Craig Person Sam Person Roger Peterson Donna Pfeifer Mike Pilant Tim Podraza Cheryl Poison Dave Porter Patty Raitt Steve Reese Lauri Rice Allen Richards Tami Ridenour Randy Ritnour Karen Robak Debbie Roddy 176 Julie Rosenthal Marcia Rystrom Barb Saalfeld Karin Saalfeld Mark Sc hacker Mack Schermer Betty Schmitt Kim Schoepf Debbie Schreiber Kirk Schreiber Doug Schwartzer Jim Schwartzer Julie Seda Pati Semmler Tom Settje Charlie Settlemeyer Tom Shank Rick Sharp Doug Shemek Ken Siemek Class of 77 studies hard I think school is alright. It’s better than last year, though. It is not too hard studying but I do have to study every night. I hope my senior year will be more exciting and not so much studying. I’m getting tired of it now and wish it was summer again. I thought all the football games were good, even if we didn’t didn’t win. I looked forward to the all school plays and Christmas vacation. Basketball was be good also. A Junior 177 David Sindelar Linda Sliva Eric Sloth Rene lie Smith Joyce Speicher John Staroscik Rick Steiner Tami St rad ley Denise Stueck Judy Sutton Juniors active in school activities School seems to becoming more of a prison. The rules are more and more used to prevent groups or activities that could help school and students. Student rights are very low and unfair in this school. School work isn’t usually too tough for me. Sophomore P.E. was stupid because we were graded on our knowledge of sports and P.E. stands for physical education. That, to me, means more of playing sports than knowing all the stupid rules and terms. I think the straight class schedule pointed out in the newspaper would work great. More time for studies, relaxing, activities and fun. Donna Want Kathy Swartz Mike Swartz Mary Swierczk Barbara Timms Patti Torczon Diane Tredway Ernestine Turek Rhonda Uden Cyndi Vahlkamp Scott Wagner 178 Shane Wake Sue Walgren Dan Walker Donna Want Leon Wamick Doreen Warrender Gaylene Weverka Ron Weyerman Darrel White Dirk White Kathy Wichman Lori Wiese Brett Wilde Jerry Wilgocki Becky Willman Kathy Woodworth John Wright Julie Young Pat Young Ann Zoster a Theresa Zelasney Steve Ziola 179 Debby Alt Margie Alt Sophmore class officers are (front row) Julie Beckenbauer, vice-president; Rod Carstenson, president; (back row) Jeff George, secretary; Gary Bee her, treasurer. Jerry Anderson Mary Anson Kendall Armstrong Paul Athey Tami Averett Lynda Badje Kevin Baker Alice Barber Tammy Bartes Pat Bartholomew Margaret Bartlett Wade Bartlett Gary Becher Julie Beckenbauer Jeff Bemt Jim Berry John Berry Steve Birkel Marcia Boettcher Kathy Bonk 180 Sandy Bonk Pam Borchers Stewart Borke Ron Bouc Cindy Boyd Mary Bradley Bob Braithwait Jan me Brandenburg Donna Brandt Bob Brega Jeri Broxterman Doug Brunkhorst Terri Brunkhorst Tracey Brazee Pat Burrows Kevin Busse Shayne Callan Kevin Carnes Rod Carstensen Karla Chamberlain Paul Cbanner Bob Chavanu JoAnn Chestnut Activities interest Sophs The first day as a sophomore is a little confusing trying to find the right rooms and to be there on time is quite a hassle especially if a senior comes up to you and asks you to do something for him (like die). But the first day was not all that bad. The teachers are real nice and the assignments are easy but that was just the first day. The next day they start wearing their guns and the homework is like lead. Shelia Lannan in Monica Clark Mary Conyers Christine Cook Lisa Cumming Kathy Curran Tammie Daniel Denae Donnelly Pam Davidson Cindy Deckert Nancy Deckert Julie Deyke Linda Dierberger Dee Ann Divis Calvin Dixon Gene Drozd Julie Dufek Janelle Egger Randy Eihausen Joyce Engel Phillip Ernst 182 I Sophomores show progress School provides a person with many memories. Many reactions can also be found to a person’s sophmoreyear. One reaction is common when getting used to a new school. It is a mixture of uncertainty, awe and excitement. One is uncertain about classes, in awe of the building and excited about finally getting to the senior high. As hazing lessens, a person feels more like a member of an organization in which he is treated as an adult. Many new courses and activities make the sophmore year interesting, to say the least. On the whole, memories of the sophmore year at the senior high are happy. Many reactions can be found to a person’s sophmore year. Mike Fraka Jon Faulkner Jody Fergin Scott Ferguson Theresa Foland Jeff Foster Mike Fraka Tammy Franzen Doug Frauendorfer Jenny Freeman Debbie Frost Joe Galligar Jennifer Gammage Mary Gangel Chris Garretson Tammy Gay Dan Gdowski Jeff George Terry German Ann Grant Nancy Greenfield Kelli Grubaugh Marsha Girth Karen Gutzmer 183 Mike Guy Leanne Hake Shari Haldiman Jean Haney Russel Hansen Kelli Harms Lisa Harms Shelley Hastings Don Heins Mike Hendrickson Jim Her vert Kay Hill Robert Hoessel Heidi Holmquist Trish Hopp Jim Hoppenstedt Karla Hull Cindy Irby Russel Ita Kathy Iwanski Rhonda Jackson Travis Jackson Denise Jarecki Chris Jeratowski Mark Jilek Underclassmen endure first year The life of a sophomore is very exciting. It has many challenges each day. One is trying to out manuever the dangerous animal, the almost extinct senior of 76. Trying to keep from having to sing songs, count blocks and write speeches are only a few things to do to keep from getting initiated. nu PUt living each and ePery day in the slant building of CHS is much fun. Learning to survive in this grand and glorious U.S. of A. of ours. And last but not least the Dr. Pepper tastes pretty good up here at senior high instead of the usual junior high water. John Tremain James Kosch Greg Kudryk Tim Kuta Larry Labens Dana Johnson Diana Johnson Glenn Johnson Nets Johnson Vicky Johnston Jerry Joseph Kimberly Joiner John Justice Robyn Kamber Debbie Kappenman Bryan Kearney Jay Keefauver Gary Kinzer Barb Kline Mike Koasch Jamie Kobus Tim Kobus Marv Konwinski Lennie Konwinski Dan Korcek 185 David Lambert Randy Lambrecht Shelia Lannan Dave Levos Mike Liebschwager Duane Liss Nancy Longnecker Terry Lowry Chris Lovci Dale Lovell Scott Ixteske Sheri Mahoney Jerry Mancuso Rus Maneely Lisa Marshall Diane Martensen John Massman Kathy Matson Kirk McAndrew Bill McKnight 186 Sophomores show spirit! The sophomore year is one that most students remember well. It is also the first year around more matured students. It can be enjoyable or a nightmare, depending upon which side of the seniors you end up on. But the majority usually manage to survive. New sophomores find it difficult to believe that gum and pop are both permissible. I also remember being confused as to where I was supposed to go during free periods. This freedom was new to others, also. On the whole everyone’s sophomore year is to be remembered as a step toward adulthood. Cathy Vahlkamp Beth Meierding Bev Meyers Mike Michalski Julie Milhulka Pam Milhulka Steve Miller Tammy Mimick Ron Mohr Doug Moore Kerry Moore Ron Moore David Morse Kim Muller Tim Munson Christy Murray Mary Kay Nickels Julie Nickolite Jay Nickolite Chuck Niedbalski 187 Donna Nienkamp Mike Nosal Barb Nyffeler Brenda Nyffeler Kurt Nyffeler Lynne Nyffeler Karen Oppliger Sandy Osborn Tammy Osterhoudt Dan Paczosa Vicky Palen Marlene Paprocki Cheri Pensick Becky Person La t is ha Petermann Ann Petersen John Peterson Mark Peterson Becky Petter Cindy Pleis Beth Potter Connie Potter Kerry Prochaska Michelle Raitt 188 Sophomores find senior high exciting! As I look back on my sophomore year, the first day stands out in my mind. It was a day of mixed feelings. I felt scared, excited and mixed up all at the same time. I was scared of being initiated by the seniors. I was excited at the prospect of finally being here at CHS. I felt mixed up because all the teachers seemed to require different things of the students. Looking back, I have enjoyed my sophomore year. Carol Rush Michele Ram hour Jenny Rice Paul Richardson Rick Ritzdorf Barbara Roddy Tracy Rodgers Anne Rohde Mike Rosenthal Carol Rush Mike Sackett Suzanne Sayed Lori Schafer Cheryl Schielke Pam Schoepf Brenda Schrad Elenor Schrodt Tom Schroeder Karen Schumacher Mike Schumacher lt9 Cindy Shemek Bob Shively Doug Swartz Karla Swartz Val Schwartz Susan Selig Alan Siemek Linda Sigsworth Doug Skinner Phil Smith Susan Snow Joyce Sohl Bonita Solle Sandra Spradley Jim Speicher Patsy Stahl Barb Staroscik Cathy Starzec Ken Stavas Donna Steiner Sharon Stoakes Mark Stohr Russ Strehle Joan Stubbert 190 New ideas are exchanged by sophs This year was my first year in CHS. When I first got to the school I thought it would be like the rest of the schools I went to. I figured there would be a bunch of guys that would treat me rotten, but I was wrong; all the students and teachers treated me pretty good. I thought I would have my most trouble in P.E., but it surprised me how I was wrong. I also enjoyed my sophomore year because of the activities they have in P.E. Bill McKnight Don Strum Tim Swanson Sarah Lynn Swiney Chris Tarnick Denise Thomsen Barbara Torson John Tremain Celeste Tworek Roxann Uphoff Cathy Vahlkamp Tami Van Berg Gary Van Dyke Dave Veburg Debbie Volnek Carmen Vrbka Steve Wagner Denise Want Korby Warner Shelli Warren Gary Wasco 191 Diane Walker Sharri Weber Jim Whetstone Cindy Wilbur Tim Wilcox Sallie Wilkinson Jorji Williams Jo Willman Debbie Wunderich m 192 78er’s march forward Looking back on the start of my sophomore 'ear, it reminds me of stepping into a new world. The new building, new teachers, new friends and •lew activities were all very unreal to me. It was ilso unbelievable that I was in high school the ist step of youth until we go out into the world on •ur own. It was a totally new experience, but one that I wouldn’t have missed for anything. My sophomore year started out good, and I’m sure that my junior and senior years will also bring new things which I am looking forward to. Linda Dierberger l� S Index A Abegglen, Jan 74 80 81 154 Abegglen, Polly A begglen, Steven 97 119 121 168 Abel, Stuart Adkisson, Kim 80 154 Adkisson, Tammie 76 180 Administration 34 35 Aemi, Mars 145 168 AFS 72 73 Ahlstrom, Jan 47 80 154 Aiken, Darla 74 168 Aiken, Sheri 168 Allen, Rex 12 30 75 90 122 154 204 Alt. Debra 180 Alt. Margaret 77 145 180 Alt, Patrick 168 Alternative Education 42 43 Anderson, Jerry 168 Anderson, Jerry 180 Anderson. John 19 131 154 Anderson. Larry 36 Anderson, Scott 168 Anderson, Terry 127 100 168 Anderson, Timothy 168 Anderson, Tom 154 Anson, Mary 77 180 Applegate, Kathy 64 154 Arasmith, Patrick 53 154 Arlt, Thomas 154 Arlt, Timothy 134 136 168 Arment, Kelley 168 Armstrong, Kendall 180 Armstrong, Kris 168 Arndt, Dave 154 Arndt, Jeffrey 50 168 Art 64 65 Athey, Charles Athey, Paul 118 121 180 Augspurger, Dana 74 84 168 Augspurger, Denise 77 84 154 Augustine, Patrick 168 Averett, Tamara 99 180 Avery, Carla 168 B Babel, Clark 30 154 Babka, Ethel 169 Babst, Richard 43 Bach, Crystal Badje, Lynda 59 76 180 Bakenhus, William 100 122 169 Baker, Kevin 180 Baldwin. Barry 138 Ball, James Band 84 85 86 87 Barber, Alice 180 Barber. James 169 Barcel, Donna 15 80 154 Bargen, Denny 66 131 Bartes, Tami 180 Bartholomew. Bart 66 Bartholomew, Jo 81 143 169 Bartholomew. Michael 78 118 134 154 Bartholomew, Patrick 19 180 Bartlett, Christine 97 169 Bartlett, Margaret 151 180 Bartlett. Susan 154 Bartlett, Wade 122 180 Basketball, Boys 128 129 130 131 Basketball. Girls 146 147 Baugh, Sandi 169 Becher, Gary 19 119 120 121 128 129 180 Becher, Gregory 119 169 Becher, Michael 121 169 Beckenhauer, Don 43 60 Beckenbauer, Julie 19 63 151 180 Beckenhauer, William 75 119 131 138 154 Becker, Jay 154 Beckler, Todd 84 154 Bede, Sandra 19 74 81 84 169 Bellum, Fred 34 Bellum, Michelle 84 169 Behle, Douglas 154 Behrens, Rachelle 53 154 Beisner, Noland 154 Berlin, Daniel 7 75 84 124 169 Bernt, Jeffery 180 Berry, Diana 154 Berry, James 180 Berry, John 43 121 138 180 Bills, Joan K. 154 Birkel, Man,’ Jo 154 Birkel, Sheryl 84 90 91 155 204 Birkel. Steve 138 180 Bitter, Sharon 155 J«r Sdrtta OJ! i woat foi In ;2o y victory I fHi rling tew Blank, Nancy Blaser, Michael Blaser, Susan 74 146 147 169 Blaser, Terry 155 Blessen, Tamara 169 Boettcher. Marcia 180 Boettcher, Roma 54 Boettcher. Tamara 27 29 90 155 204 Bonk, Diane 155 Bonk, Kathleen 77 180 Bonk, Randy Bonk, Sandy 143 181 Booster Club 78 79 80 81 Bore hers. Bindy 169 Borchers, Gloria 39 155 Bore hers, Pamela 77 181 Borke, Stewart 181 Bass, Terry 100 169 Bouc, Janelle 169 Bouc, Ron 181 Bowman, Sheila 169 Boyd, Cynthia 76 181 Bradley, Mary 76 151 181 Braitluvait, Robert 75 128 129 181 Brakenhoff, John Brandenburg, Janine 77 181 Brandenburgh, Bruce 155 Brandenburgh, Kim 97 155 Brandenburgh, Pam 169 Brandt, Donna 81 181 Brandt, Mark 169 Brandt, Sandra 74 155 Brandt, Sandy 169 Brandt, Timothy 170 Braun, Richard 170 Bray, Jean 155 Brazee, Tracey 181 Bredehoft, Cheryl 74 143 170 Brega, Bob 50 Brega. Bob 138 181 Brehm, Theresa 170 Brewer, Terry Brink, Tammy 23 74 170 Brooks, Mike 170 Brown, Jim Broxterman, Gail 155 Broxterman, Jeri 181 Bruce, Addie 64 Brunken, Karen 74 170 Brunken, Mae 74 80 155 Brunkhorst, Douglas 127 138 181 Brunkhorst, Tammy 155 Brunkhorst, Teri 76 181 Bruns, Larry 155 Bryan, Tom 155 Bullington, Brian 75 119 170 Burdine, Beth 19 97 104 106 114 155 Burge, Lloyd 19 137 155 Burmood, Terry Burrows, Patrick 121 181 Business 38 39 Busse, Doris 49 Busse, Kevin 181 Busteed, Gary 138 Butler, Shirley 155 Byrnes, John 170 Byrnes, Patrick Byrnes, Timothy 102 111 155 204 c Callan, Ron 59 127 138 Callan, Shane 143 181 Carlson, Brian 84 156 Carlson, Jerry Carmichael, Patty 170 Carnes, Kevin 84 122 181 Carr, Gregory 29 118 170 Carstenson, Rodney 19 75 136 137 180 181 Carter, Kathleen 12 155 Case, Charles, Jr. 170 Cattau, Lynette 74 140 145 146 147 170 Cave, Timothy 170 C Club 82 83 Chamberlin, Karla 99 181 Channer, Paul 128 129 181 Channer, Timothy 156 Chavanu, Robert 127 138 181 Cheloha, Randy 170 Chestnut. Jo Ann 49 76 143 181 Chestnut. Peggy 8084 100 143 156 Choir 74 75 76 77 Christensen, Brian 75 156 Christensen, Julie 74 156 Christiansen, John 19 84 156 Church, Douglas 170 Clark, Lanette 170 Clark, Monica 182 Clarke, Bebra Classen. Cyndi 19 27 74 156 Classen, James 50 Clausen, Leon 170 Cole, Christopher 121 138 170 Conkel, Victoria 74 78 81 156 Conrad, Kris 170 Conrad, Nick 23 156 Conyers, Mary 19 25 76 182 Corner, A tan 170 Cook, Christine 84 182 Cook, Linda Coulter, Edward 156 Coulter, Tammy 170 Courtier, Dorothy 66 104 140 Courtier, Jory 84 122 156 Crebbin, Tama 19 170 Cromwell, Michael 102 Cross Country 126 127 Cummins, Lisa 76 84 182 Curran, Jolene 156 Curran, Kathleen 182 Curry, Catherine 148 149 170 Curtis, Rickey 45 170 Czamick. Catherine 170 D Dahlkoetter, Joe 170 Danelly, Denae 182 Daniel, Tammie 182 Daniel, Terry 77 156 Danielson, Lana 36 43 Davidson, Pamela 77 182 Davis, David Davis, Mike 63 170 Davis. Patricia Davison, Vicky 17 19 74 84 156 Davy, Kathleen 72 80 140 147 156 DECA 112 113 114 115 Deckert, Cynthia 64 77 182 Deckert, Nancy 76 182 Deden, Joyce 74 170 Detlefson, Jean 64 Dey, Anita Deyke, Julie 140 182 Diederich, Terry 25 64 75 119 156 Dierberger, Linda 84 151 182 Distributive Education 52 53 Divis, Dee Ann 77 84 104 147 182 Dixon, Calvin 182 Dixon, Chris 59 104 138 Dixon, Loretta 45 Dohmen, Bonnie 156 Dolesh, Brian 156 Dolezal, Steven 54 133 170 Donoghue, Michael 156 Dostal, George 156 Dotson, Karen 171 Douglass, Margaret 17 19 74 77 168 171 Drozd, Donald 156 Drozed, Eugene 182 Dufek, Julie 182 Dumas, Timothy 171 Duranski, Gary 124 Dush, Carol 156 Dush, Stella 171 E Egger, Janelle 182 Eickhoff, Ralph 59 106 Eihausen, Randy 12 84 122 182 Eisle, Julie 156 Eke land, Mark 128 Ellison, James 156 Elston, Judith 88 151 171 Emerson. Lynette 17 74 97 143 171 Emerson, Verdella Engel, Joyce 49 77 182 Engel. Suzanne 74 111 171 Engelmann, Cheri 23 74 171 English 36 37 Enquist, Dave 171 Ernst, Connie 12 74 80 140 148 149 156 Ernst. Phillip 138 182 Essink, Goraon 39 Eusterbrock, Debi 77 182 Euteneuer, Steve 171 Evans, Jeannine 156 Ewert, Ann 80 81 84 143 145 146 147 156 Ewert, Gloria F Fajman, Peggy 84 156 Fajman, Richard 182 Farnham, Hollis 182 Faulkner, Jon 128 129 183 FCA 92 93 Fendrick, Carol 156 Fendrick, Teresa 171 Fergin, Jolaine 84 140 183 Ferguson, James 12 17 25 30 111 134 138 157 Ferguson, Scott 124 132 133 134 183 Fiddelke, Fred 36 63 99 Fine Arts Festival 28 29 Florendo, Collyn 19 134 171 Florendo, Kevin 157 Fluchinger, Terri 64 157 Flynn, Beth Foland, Theresa 19 183 Foltz, Gary Foltz. Ronald 157 Football 118 119 120 121 Force, Patrick 171 Foreign Language 54 55 Foster, Jeffery 183 Foutch, Brian 19 84 119 157 Fox, David 84 Fox, Jean 36 63 102 204 Fraka, Michael 84 124 133 183 Franzen, Tamara 29 76 183 Fraser, Rod 171 Fraundorfer, Douglas 84 183 Freeman, Jennifer 183 Friederichsen, Debra 23 74 171 From, Dave 171 Frost, Debbie 43 183 Frost. John Fyfe, Lenni 80 157 G Gakle, Nancy 74 78 80 171 Galligar, Joe 183 Gammage, Jackie 171 Gam mage, Jennifer 183 Gangel, Mary 63 84 183 Garretson, Chris 121 183 Garretson, Debra 171 Garretson, Tony 171 Gaver, Steve 171 Gay, Tamara 183 Gay, Toby 100 157 Gaowski, Cynthia 157 Gdowski, Danny 183 George, Connie George, James 134 157 George, Kenneth 128 180 183 George, Kyla 80 84 157 German Club 94 German, Terry 183 Gerrelts, Yvonne 80 84 90 146 157 204 Gilmore, David 157 Gilsdorf, Bernice 17 54 74 77 171 Girth, Marsha 77 183 Glaser, Karen 19 80 84 157 Glaze. Don 64 84 171 Glur, Michael Glur, Rudy 19 78 134 171 Goedeken, Frank 138 Goedeken, Loren 119 121 168 171 Golf, Boys 132 133 Golf, Girls 148 149 Goos, Meike 72 157 Goos, Robert 47 119 121 129 168 172 Goos, Roger 34 Graduation 30 31 Grant, Ann 183 Grape, Dennis Greenfield, Nanci 183 Greiner. Tom Griffiths, Alan 40 59 Griffith. Debbie 157 Griffiths, Terry 172 Grubaugh, Kelli 76 183 Guenther, Larry 157 Guidance 46 47 Gutzmer, Karen 77 183 Guy, Michael 184 H Hadan, Robbie 157 Haddock, Carey 172 Haddock, Michael 172 Haddock, Terry 66 157 Hagelstein, Dean 118 137 172 Hagelstein, Lorie 84 158 Hagelstein, Vicki 158 Hake, Leanne 184 Haldiman, Shari 77 184 Hall, Bob 158 Hall. Kurt 158 Hall. Pati 172 Hall, Rebecca 158 Hamemik. Debroah 140 145 146 147 172 Haney, Jean 184 Haney, Richard 19 138 168 172 Hansen, Doug 27 47 Hansen, Russell 84 184 Hansen, Timothy 138 172 Harms, Kelli 184 Harms, Lisa 76 145 184 Harms, Sandra 158 Harrington, Nadine 19 23 81 172 Harsh, Sandy 151 172 Harsh, Scott 19 122 172 Haskins, Michael 84 172 Hasselquist, Emily 172 Hastings, Sheryl 184 Hayek, Debra 74 158 Hayek, Tamara 74 90 143 172 Hays. Monnette 158 Hayward, Bethany 172 Hecke, Nancy 172 Heins, Becky 158 Heins, Donald 184 Heiser, Joni 25 80 158 Hendrickson, Cindi 158 Hendrickson, Michael 184 Henggeler, Mike 134 172 Henke, Donn 158 204 Henry, Katherine Hervert, Jim 184 Her vert, Kathleen 29 50 84 109 158 Hiemer, Randy Hill, Kay 76 149 184 Hiltner, Randy 172 Hoebin£, Dean 172 Hoer, Tim Hoer, Valerie 173 Hoessel, Robert 184 Hoffart, Bruce 158 Hose, Jill 19 81 173 Holmquist, Heidi 76 81 184 Homecoming 14 15 Home Economics 48 49 Honors Night 26 27 Hopp, Cliff 34 Hopp, Patricia 19 76 145 184 Hopp, Sandra 66 143 Hoppenstedt, James 184 Hughes, David 173 Hull, Karla 84 99 184 Hyde, Harvey 113 158 Hyland, Tom 173 i J Jackson, Rhonda 184 Jackson. Travis 127 128 129 138 184 Jackson, William 39 Jacobs, Sam 173 Jaeggi, Gregory Jaeggi. Jeffrey 30 159 Jarecki, Denise 77 184 Jeffers, Roy 43 60 Jenkinson, Karen 173 Jensen, Monte 159 Jensen, Steve 173 Jeratowski, Chris 77 184 Jilek, Catherine 54 78 81 159 Jilek, Mark 19 75 119 121 128 129 138 184 Johnson, Barry 122 151 Johnson, Cathy Johnson, Cindy A. 173 Johnson, Cindy L. 173 Johnson, Dana 121 128 185 Johnson, Diana 77 185 Johnson, Glenn 185 Johnson, Judith 159 Johnson, Kirk 118 121 173 Johnson, Linda 84 159 Johnson, Nels D. 185 Johnston, Jacqueline 97 159 Johnston, Vicky 185 Joiner, Karen 173 Joiner, Kimberly 63 81 185 Jones, Alice 45 Jones, Joni 78 81 159 Jones, Michael 132 133 159 Joseph, Jerry 19 75 121 128 129 185 Joseph, Terrie 17 74 77 159 Journalism 62 Juniors 168 Junker, James 173 Justice, John 120 121 137 185 K Kamber, Robyne 76 185 Kappenman, Debbie 185 Kassen, Jolene 159 Kearney, Bryan 121 185 Keefauver, Connie 146 159 Keefauver, Jay 84 185 Keller, Jane 173 Killham, Christine 74 159 Kinzer, Gary 185 Kiuntke, Theresa 74 173 Kiuntke, Timothy Klein, Marie 173 Kline, Barbara 84 151 185 Kline, Keith 159 Klug, Richard Klutman, Steve 146 Knau, Merideth 84 90 173 204 Knehans, Tammy 17 74 90 91 159 204 Kneifel, Tim 173 Knight, Jerald 173 Koasch, Mike W. 185 Kobus, James 159 Kobus, Jamie 185 Kobus, Tim 185 Koch, David 173 Koch, Martha A. 21 49 Koch, Michael 12 Koerwitz, Jana 74 140 145 173 Konu inski, Lennie 185 Konwinski, Marvin 185 Koppel, Christine 173 Korcek, Dan 121 185 Korgie, Jane 174 Korgie, Jean 74 84 159 Korte. Allen 20 23 75 90 94 118 131 138 159 204 Kosch, James 185 Kosiba, Lauri 159 Koza, Kenneth 174 Kozak, Theresa Koziol, Barb 159 Koziol, Judy 15 74 78 81 159 Kratky, Potty 174 Kreitmann, Teresa 174 Krepel, Gary W. Krepel, Sharon 74 174 Kresha, Connie 159 Krum land, Debra 74 174 Kubicek, Dan 159 Kucera, Curt 159 Kudron, Robert Kudron, Russell 159 Kudryk, Greg 185 Kuta, Timothy 185 Kyster, Marilee 45 L Labens, Lawrence 75 118 121 128 129 185 Ijambert, David 186 Lambrecht, Randall 186 Lange, Clayton 174 Lange. Kathy 19 80 102 159 Lange, Sylvia 74 159 Lange, William 122 174 Lannan, John 174 Lannan, Sheila 76 186 Larsen, Penny 174 Larsen, Robert 45 56 77 Larsen, Toni 97 174 Latham, Nancy 97 160 Laudenklos, Judith 74 160 Leach, Larry 160 Leech, Ernestine Leimer, Debbie 160 Leptak, Deborah 160 Lesiak, Jacquelyn 39 174 Leslie. Kevin 174 Levos, David 128 133 186 Levos, Hylan 160 Levos, Milan 160 Lewis, Daniel Lewis, Dein Lewis, Ryan 174 Lewis, Wayne Liebschwager, Michael 119 120 121 186 Liebschwager, Richard 75 174 Lippstreu, Curtis 160 Liss, Duane 186 Lockard, Jaclynn Long, Allen 160 Longnecker, Byron 174 Longnecker, Nancy 77 186 Loseke, Scott 121 137 138 186 Lovci, Christopher 84 122 186 Lovell, Bette 160 Lovell, Dale 121 128 186 Lowry, Theresa 186 Lucht, Randall 174 Luchtel, Ann 90 102 114 174 204 Ludden, Terrence 160 Luebbe, Dick 40 131 129 Luedeman, Tamara 21 84 160 Lyon, Todd 127 131 138 160 M Mack, Steve 174 Mahoney , Sheri 186 Mancuso, Jerry 121 128 129 138 186 Maneely, Mark 99 137 186 Maneely, Thomas 84 174 Industrial Arts 50 51 Ingram. Eric 84 87 158 Irby, Cindy 84 151 184 Irby, Susan 80 122 140 151 158 Ita, Ronald 158 Ita, Russell 184 Iwanski, Kathy 143 184 Iwanski, Randy 90 100 173 204 Mann. Robert Marik, Larry 56 84 87 Markham. Robert 97 160 Marsh, Craig 84 119 121 134 174 Marshall. Lisa 77 186 Martensen. Diane 76 143 145 146 147 186 Mason. Scott 118 121 133 174 Math 40 41 Massman, John 186 Matson, Kathryn 186 Matson. Paul 92 118 160 McAndrew, James 160 Me Andrew, Kirk 134 186 McDowell, Ann 19 21 160 McKee, Jud 174 Me Knight, William 186 McNight. Dan McWilliams, Ann 74 80 84 146 160 Meagher, Connie 160 Media 44 45 Medinger. Randy Meierding, Elizabeth 84 187 Meierding, Scott 17 75 77 84 87 160 Meissner, Don 17 27 29 75 90 91 100 102 109 111 174 204 Merrill, Pat 43 174 Messersmith, Larry 174 Meyers, Beverly 140 151 187 Meyers, David 160 Meyers, Mark 175 Micek, Ivan 175 Micek, Ronald 175 Michael, Terrance 12 40 99 127 138 146 160 Michaelson, Linda 12 25 151 160 Michalski, John 175 Michalski. Michael 138 187 204 Michalski, Susan 90 160 Michener, Laurel 81 161 Michener, Sandra 175 Mierau, Brad 161 Mihulka, Donald 133 161 Mihulka, Julie 76 187 Mihulka, Pamela 64 76 187 Milbum, Gina 19 175 Miller, David 175 Miller, Delbert Miller, Galen 161 Miller, Kathy 161 Miller, Patricia 80 161 Miller. Phil 175 Miller, Steve 138 187 Miller, Thomas 175 Mimic k, Bonnie 175 Mimick, Tammy 143 145 187 Mitchell, Kathleen 161 Mohr, Ronald 187 Moomey. Marcene 39 102 Moore, Crystal 175 Moore, Douglas 121 187 Moore, Kerry 187 Moore, Linda 175 Moore, Randy 161 Moore, Ronald 187 Moore, Susan 175 Morris, Jeffrey 131 132 133 161 Morris, Mark 175 Morse, David 127 187 Mueller, Gary 122 161 Mueller, Suszanne 27 74 97 104 143 145 175 204 Mueller, Timothy 175 Muller, Kim 187 Munson, Kem 161 Munson, Tim 84 99 120 121 137 138 187 Murray, Christine 143 187 Murray. Julie 175 Murray, Patrick 45 138 175 Music 56 57 N Nading, Gail Nadrchal, Cindy 161 Nagengast, Arden 175 Nauenberg, Dave 161 Nauenberg, Jerome 176 Neese, Lanny 40 134 Nelson, Christopher 176 Nelson, Joan 80 84 140 161 Nelson, Nicole 15 78 80 161 Nelson, Sharon 140 145 146 147 176 Newman, Beth 25 80 161 Newspaper 96 97 NFL 98 99 Nickels, Barbara 161 Nickels. Lori 74 176 Nickels, Mary 140 187 Nickolite, Jay 187 Nickolite, Julie 187 Niedbalski, Chuck 187 Nienkamp, Donna 188 Nitsch, Bernard 40 Nitz, Diane 54 Nitz, Larry 15 84 119 161 Nixon, Sharon 49 176 Nolan, Kevin 36 134 136 137 Norris, Terry 118 121 176 Nosal, Mike T. 188 Novotny, Denise 161 Nye, Timothy 64 75 176 Nyffeler, Barbara 145 188 Nyffeler, Brenda 84 188 Nyffeler. Kurt 84 188 Nyffeler, Lynne 84 188 o O’Hearn, Kevin 118 161 O’Kane, Kenny 161 Olcott, Holly 161 Olson. Joan 140 148 149 176 Olsulfka, David 161 Olsulfka, Duane 90 176 204 Oppliger, Karen 76 88 188 Orchestra 88 89 Osborn, Sandra 188 Osterhoudt, James 176 Osterhoudt. Tammy 19 188 Owens, Claire 176 Owens. Judy 40 p Paczosa, Dan 188 Palen, Diane 176 Palen, Paul 161 Palen, Victoria 188 Paprocki, Bernice 176 Paprocki, Marlene 188 Paprocki, Sue Paprocki, Vince Putsch, Kris 23 94 145 146 161 Pemberton, Gary 176 Pensick, Cheryl’76 78 145 188 Pensick, Daniel 118 131 138 162 Peppier. Maxine Person, Craig 19 134 176 Person. Rebecca 77 143 145 146 188 Person, Samuel 75 176 Petermann, Ken 162 Petermann, Latisha 188 Petersen, Ann 76 84 188 Peterson, John 119 120 121 128 129 188 Peterson, Mark 122 188 Peterson, Priscilla 162 Peterson, Roger 127 138 176 Pet ter, Rebecca 188 Pfeifer, Donna 74 111 176 Phillips, David 162 Phillips. Deborah 74 84 162 Phillips, Paula 15 80 162 Phillips, Theresa Physical Education 66 67 Pierson, Brian 162 Pieters, Vicky 12 97 162 Pilant, Michael 176 Pleis, Cynthia 76 188 Podraza, Allen 162 Podraza, Cindy 162 Podraza, Kenneth 21 53 162 Podraza, Tim 75 176 Poison, Cheryl 74 90 140 145 176 204 Porter, David 118 119 138 176 Potter, Beth 63 140 188 Potter, Connie 76 188 Potter, Pamela 162 Price, William 162 Prochaska, Kerry 121 133 188 Prom 22 23 Prososki, Mary Q luill and Scroll 102 103 uinn, Michael 15 118 134 162 R Rains, John 162 Raitt, Michelle 76 140 188 Raitt, Patricia 176 Raitt, Robert 60 162 Rambour, George 25 118 134 138 162 Rambour, Michele 84 143 145 189 Rayburn, Colleen 77 193 Recek, Cindy L. 162 Redrow, Mark 12 25 54 127 131 138 162 Redrow, William Reese, Steven 43 176 Rhode, Anne 189 Rhode. Steven E. 162 Rice, Jeanette 63 99 189 Rice, Laura 17 27 74 77 78 84 104 176 Richards. Allen 132 133 176 Richards, Wallace 50 Richardson, Paul 84 189 Ridenour, Tami 74 146 176 Ridenour, Scott 53 75 162 Rief, Larry Rief, Lisa 162 Rief, Stephen Rist, John 39 Ritnour, Randy 29 176 Ritzdorf, Ricky 189 Robak, Karen 176 Robak, Mark Robak. Paulette Robertson, Alan 12 25 100 122 162 Roddy, Barbara 189 Roddy, Debra 176 Rodgers, Tracy 77 189 Rood, Jed 60 Rosenthal, Dan Rosenthal, Julie 74 177 Rosenthal, Michael 189 Rueb, Mary 162 Rush, Carol 76 99 189 Ryba, Kenneth 118 134 136 137 Rystrom, Marcia 146 177 s Saalfeld, Barbara 145 177 Saalfeld. Karin 74 109 148 149 Sackett, Jim 19 124 134 163 Sackett, Michael 19 137 189 Sansoni, Gary 15 29 64 75 97 119 131 163 Sayed, Suzanne 77 99 189 Scales, Wes 36 43 Schafer, Gary 50 100 Schafer, Lon 84 140 145 189 Schacher, Mark 177 Schaefer, Cindy 163 Schaefer, Joey 163 Scheffler, Jacqueline 163 Schermer, Mack 12 99 106 177 Schielke, Cheryl 189 Schlobohm, Ruth 64 111 Schmidt, Duane 163 Schmitt, Betty 146 177 Schneider, Laura 163 Schoepf, Kim 177 Schoepf, Pamela 74 189 Schrad, Brenda 189 Schreiber, Debra 177 Schreiber, Ken 45 Schreiber, Kirk 121 177 Schrodt, Eleanor 29 99 189 Schroeder, Thomas 189 Schumacher, Karen 59 143 151 189 Schumacher, Mike 137 189 Schwartz, Valerie 145 146 147 189 Schwartzer, Doug 177 Schwartzer, James 19 75 119 177 Science 58 59 Scribner, Greg 25 119 131 163 Scott, Daniel 163 Seckman, Leonard 163 Seda, Julie 74 177 Seda, Lee 163 Selig, Lin 47 80 99 145 163 204 Selig, Susan 19 81 99 145 189 Semmler, Patricia 177 Seniors 152 Sessler, Jerrolyn 163 Settje, Thomas 177 Settlemeyer, Charles 121 137 177 Shank, Thomas 100 118 121 177 Sharp, Rick 119 177 Shemek, Douglas 177 Shemek, Cynthia 77 189 Shemek, Thomas Shively, Robert 99 128 124 189 Siemek, Alan 128 129 189 Siemek, Kenneth 29 75 177 Sigsworth, Linda 189 Sigsworth, Patricia 163 Sindelar, David 17 84 109 178 Skinner, Douglas 189 Skinner, Teresa 163 Sliva, Linda 178 Sloth, Eric 84 178 Smith, Eric Smith, Philip 63 189 Smith, Renelle 178 196 Snodgrass, Susan 163 Snow, Susan 84 151 189 Snowball 24 25 Social Studies 60 61 Sohl, Joyce 77 189 Solle, Bonita 189 Sommermeyer, Mark 163 Sophomores 163 Sound of Music 16 17 Speech 63 Speicher, Ambrose 163 Speicher, Jim 137 189 Speicher, Joyce 178 Speicher, Lou 163 Spradley, Sandra 77 189 Stachura, Rick 21163 Stahl, Patsy 77 189 Staroscik, Barbara 19 77 109 189 Staroscik, John 178 Staroscik, Michael 163 Starostka, Timothy Starzec, Cathy 189 Starzec, Mike Starzec, Susan 163 Stauas, Ken 19 75 127 138 189 Steinbrook, Gordon 43 60 Steiner, Donna 140 145 189 Steiner, Richard 178 Sterup, James 34 Stiener, Dan 138 Stoakes, Nancy 163 Stoakes, Sharon 189 Stohr, Kieth 75 164 Stohr, Mark 189 Stradley, Tamara 74 78 90 102 145 178 204 Strehle, Russ 121 189 Struck, David 15 118 164 Stubbert, Joan 189 Student Council 104 105 106 107 Stueck, Denise 178 Sturm, Don 191 Sutherland, Kathleen 84 164 Sutton, Judy 178 Sutton, Rebecca 143 164 Swanson, Tim 191 Swartz, Dave 34 Swartz, Doug 128 124 189 Swartz, Karla 189 Swartz, Kathy 178 Swartz, Mike 75 97 119 120 121 129 178 Sweetheart 18 19 Swierczk, Mary 178 Swimming, Boys 122 123 Swimming, Girls 150 151 Sypherd, Sandra 54 94 Szelag, Lois 76 193 T Tagwerker, Connie 164 Tank, Joni 15 80 122 164 Tarnick, Cristine 191 Tennis, Boys 124 125 Tennis, Girls 140 141 Theil, Cheri 49 Thomas, Matt 164 ' Thomsen, Denise 149 191 Thompson, David 164 Tigges, Karen 25 151 164 Timms, Barbara 178 Tipton, Saron 164 Tobiason, Linda 84 164 Torczon, Patricia 74 178 Torczon, Timothy 164 Torson, Barbara 191 Ton far, Cindy 164 Traoert, Jon 53 114 146 Track, Boys 138 139 Track, Girls 142 143 Tredway, Diane 140 178 w Wagner, Scott 97 119 129 178 Wagner, Steven 191 Wake. Shane 19 179 Walgren, Sue 74 81 79 90 102 204 Walker, Daniel 106 179 Walker, Diane 151 192 Wallace, Richards Want, Denise 76 146 191 Want. Donna 84 146 179 Wong, Wayne 47 75 124 134 165 Woodworth. Cathy 74 179 Woodworth, Timothy 165 Wragge, Leon Wrestling 134 135 136 137 Wright. John 36 179 Wright. Marlene E. 165 Wrubel, Robert L. 165 Wunderlich, Debra 77 99 192 Wunderlich, Timothy 165 Wunderlich, Max 193 Wurdeman, Andrew 193 Tredway, Greg 164 Tremain, John 121 138 191 Thespians 108 109 110 111 Trofholz. Todd 19 75 97 102 118 131 164 Turek, Ernestine 178 Tworek, Celeste 191 Tworek, Jennifer 164 u Uden, Janice 164 Uden, Rhonda 178 Uphoff, Roxi 151 191 v Vahlkamp, Catherine 151 191 Vahlkamp, Cynthia 74 178 Van Berg, Tammi 191 Van Berg, Tim 164 Van Dyke, Gary 122 191 Veal, Ron 50 Veburg, David 191 VICA 100 101 Volleyball 144 145 Volnek, Debra 78 191 Volnek, Norma 164 Volnek, Sheila 164 Vorderstrasse, Lloyd 84 137 138 Vrbka, Carmen 84 151 191 Warner, Korby 128 129 132 133 191 Warnick, Leon 179 Warren, Shelli 145 191 Warren, Tim 164 Warrender, Doreen 179 Wasco, Gary 191 Weber. Linda 25 78 81 164 Weber, Sharon 77 192 Wehrer, Rodney Weldon, Kelly 164 Wertz, Brian 122 Weverka, Gaylene 179 Weyer man, Ron 179 Whetstone. James 128 192 Whetstone, Patti 72 74 164 White. Darrel 75 179 White, Dirk 179 Wibbels, Edsel 60 Wichman, Kathy 151 179 Wiehn, John 164 Wielgus, Janet 164 Wiese, Cynthia 164 Wiese, Lori 179 Wieser, Betty Wilbus, Cindy 76 192 Wilcox, Timothy 121 192 Wilcox, Vicki 164 Wilde. Brett 179 Wilgocki, Jerry 179 Wilkinson, Bruce 164 Wilkinson, Sallie 192 Williams, Jorji Ann 77 192 Willman, Jo 192 Willman, Michael 113 124 164 Willman, Rebecca 74 84 179 Woemer, Carol 165 Wurdeman, Jacqueline 74 165 Wurdinger, Dana 127 137 138 193 Y Yarns, Mario 138 193 Yearbook 90 91 Young, Jack 59 138 Young, Julie 179 Young, Patrick 75 113 179 z Zaruba, Kathy 165 Zastera, Anne 29 80 179 Zelasney, Theresa 179 Ziola, Steven 84 119 121 138 179 Zumpfe, Jane 56 88 Zwiener, Michael 19 54 165 Zywiec, Pauline 43 193 198 To sophomores the school was a year of growth and lots of learning packed in. Classes like sophomore composition, biology, physical education and many others helped the student develop a basic knowledge for the years of study to follow. Sophomores joined with the older classes in the Bi-Centennial Day activities and a bubble gum chewing contest that was designed to see who could chew the most pieces of gum. Sophomores also had their moments to shine when the sophomore basketball team chalked up a 10-0 season. Last, but not least, most sophomores received their driver’s license during the school year, another opportunity for growth, utilized. 199 Promenade your gal, she’s a pretty little thing, ” was heard and heeded by juniors as they square danced to the tune of a professional caller, during their physical education classes. Other opportunities the juniors had included voting for Student Council members and swallowing the council’s Bi-Centennial Day games ideas by almost literally swallowing a marshmallow on a string. Gazing out of windows turned out to be a popular sport, especially when three junior girls saw a helicopter land on the school grounds, highlighting a U.S. history unit. Of course, learning and studying were a part of the juniors’ day, but some managed to make it more interesting than usual. The Junior Class took on responsibility when they put on the traditional junior-senior prom. Junior couples who attended took time out to rest their feet as well as enjoy the fruits of their labor. ” 200 201 202 Learning, once again as in previous school years, was one of the most widely used opportunities. Physics students, for instance, learned that no matter how exact they tried to be during experiments, they always had to allow room for error. Extra curricular activities also presented more opportunities to utilize other forms of learning. Gaining on-the-job experience as well as a financial edge on inflation was found by seniors that worked part-time at local businesses. Sports and clubs managed to fill up many after school hours, too. Seniors who were 18 years old and up were “counted in when they joined voters during the Nebraska primaries. Many more seniors also plan a repeat performance in November's election. When not learning or working, most seniors took a few minutes out of their day just to relax, talk with friends and generally have fun. Honors Night, baccalaureate and graduation added a more serious, but happy note to the end of the school year. Many hard-working senior’s efforts were acknowledged through scholarships and awards on Honors Night. Baccalaureate and graduation added the finishing touches to the senior's year, as they respectively looked back on opportunities that were used and forward to opportunities yet to come. Editor Tammy Knehans Student Life Editor Sheryl Birkel Academics Editor Tami Boettcher Organizations Editor Tim Byrnes Sports Editor AI Korte Classes Editor Rex Allen Photography Editor Sue Michalski Financial Editor Donn Henke Adviser Miss Jean Fox Staff—Merideth Knau, Don Meissner, Cheryl Poison, Tami Stradley, Ann Luchtel, Sue Walgren, Duane Olsufka, Yvonne Gerrelts, Randy Iwanski. Acknowledgements—Photo Contributions—Lin Selig, Suszanne Mueller, journalism classes, COLUMBUS TELEGRAM. Artwork—Tami Boettcher. 304 ♦ intor collecf icito press, inc. inter collocj idle prcs«. inc.