Elkhart High School - Pennant Yearbook (Elkhart, IN)

Text from Pages 1 - 208 of the 1975 volume:

Dorothy finds good times here in Blazer Country (with apologies to Frank L. Baum’s ‘Wizard of Oz’) She was immediately silenced by the Wicked Witch of the West—Dullin- da. Hush you wholesome wretch before I spit on you, snarled Dullinda. Where are the good times, wondered Dorothy unhappily as visions of her life at Elkhart Central re- turned to her. She remembered the pa- rade of floats at homecom- ing (the first since 1970). .. the spirited pep sessions filled with happy Blazer fans. She heard the sound of 76 trombones marching across the stage as the MUSIC MAN cast sang and danced. And the Noontime Hap- penings. .. the tricycle races, the innertube races in the pool, the Legs contest and, yes, the Trivia Bowl. The basketball games at Northside . .. winning seven games as compared to two the year before .. . the thrill of beating Memorial in basketball for the first time. And there was the in- creased interest in girls' sports as they defeated Memorial in every sport but badminton. Girls had winning records in all but softball. Most of all there was the enjoyment of participation. Blazerettes holding high their blue and white flags are Cheryl Scott. Brenda Eisenbeiss, Elizabeth Rody, Cindy Johnson. Mary Ann Gouker, and Lori Ashe. Flying over the rainbow is Kathy Dobson. Noon- time finds ECHS students enjoying the sun while Dorothy, the tin man and the scarecrow skip off. Once upon a time there was a young girl who lived in Blazer Country. Despite the fact that she was a se- quined Blazerette, she found life a trifle dull. While dozing off during the Central-Memorial game where the Chargers got trounced 27-0, Dorothy be- came buried in a sea of blue pom-poms. In Elkhart, she sighed sleepily, Everything is so blue! Suddenly a horn blew signaling the end of the game. Blazers jumped and screamed as Dorothy found herself caught in a Blazer whirlwind of frenzy. As the whirring in her ears subsided, she sank slow- ly into the Land of Dold- rums. This was a land where smiling and laughing were offenses, thinking was too much work, and school spir- it was deemed unsophisti- cated. To bolster her mental attitude Dorothy cheered, Blazers, Blazers—you can do it! Blazers, Blazers—do it, do it, do it! POti|M kftd OtTflOC P'OCt dorat Aporopnati lor ttandarduad CO� potar proceUtft| Aeou.f� bk- tMVt dafrte. MIA preferred, ?• 4 yrv o« bonnets or education oriented. electron diU procetvn| • Mr AC« Startnn mory 114.000. n)� )Ot COMPUTII PMtMUUJ Him I � M St-USK Call 454-� « or teed rotate to Ce«eete« TecK- ooiofy loc.. S te 11). 40M Car- riaftoeUM. Afanty_______________ JANITOR i«mn| for dependable ) otr boor with paid k loan and holidays. pgncb trainee to work io l� vt and kmwKk 1 to COP deot J leading (entrail f ipenenct onj Cbine for ttd typ-nt obility «, operator Tu§j| ♦� Salary V ' � ■� «■ Md area on a 10 kay 1 or can im ■ io6 car V today fa C0M4.INI - Toil haw. a «par Apply io person. 1)00 Coilaia An., Umnmty Park__________________ COOK PIMA Apply person after ) p � . Retteorant. 1)00 Collett An.. Umnr� ty Park Elkhart police inspect vandalism in the principal's office while Kathy Snavely takes typing to improve her job prospects. The late Mr. Bill Gowdy directs the Christmas concert. 4 Bad Times Irten Hovtr ford Hue Of I MAINTENAN MECHANIi vienctd. One of (He Moom in area hat V Pmowood area 'KJ mamtarunct r !ft of heatmi |. Cicallant c all 10 0.__________ MINT ENTRY-LEV SUPERVISE Night Shil an tmmadiata o I lume photo finis! parson with |o � ho is mtaresfad out of a job selected will I attributas. A oriented, able ressure and pror • accept respo wall; will be hours; definite ion and will hi and; not be job or admmi! salary will be i eptndmi on th and. If you a I you meet tt nts call 759-36 a.m. for more E.O.E. M ■ENT TRAINEES And I remember, thought Dorothy the fun I had at Spring vacation taking off with friends to Florida. And the satisfac- tion I had in knowing that the yearbook staff was re- ceiving a Five Star All American award from the National Scholastic Press Association in Los Angeles. Then she recalled with pride the North Central Evaluation team's comment, The student body (of Elkhart Central) displays a temperament of talent, pride and decency. And the prom at Concord Mall which we shared with Memorial. Tux, formals, corsages, a spraying foun- tain—all were replaced the next day with swim suits and the 32 degree water at the dunes. The pleasure of seeing ECHS win the Northern Indiana Conference All Sports Trophy. Wasn't it great to be in a school where all the spring sports—track, golf, and baseball won their section- als and went on to advance in the state competition. Those were good times, sighed Dorothy. But as a sense of reality returned, she also thought of the bad times. Unemployment in the mobile home industry of Elkhart helped push the jobless rate to 13%. Many of my friends had to use free lunch tickets for the school cafeteria. The number of those tripled over last year, thought Dorothy. Remember the problems many students had in try- ing to find a summer job. especially for the summer before college. And there was the van- dalism that reared its ugly head ... the Thursday morning in late November when we walked in the school and saw the win- dows broken, equipment da- maged, trophy cases smashed. Even the Old Mangy Lion got his nose chipped. But most of all I re- member seeing the red- eyed, crying choir members on Friday morning, De- cember 20. Then I learned that Mr. William Gowdy, our choir director, had died of a stroke the night before. He had been choral direc- tor at Elkhart since 1942. It was impossible to believe he was gone. I couldn't believe it! Student Activities Album 60,61 familiar country side and re- But I can't just sit here and reminisce ' worried Dorothy, I need to find my way back to Blazer Country where I can have some more good times. She looked off in the di- rection of the rainbow and spotted a scarecrow, a tin man, and a lion. Upon spying Dorothy the scarecrow said, We need some brains! A heart; some courage, finished the other two. Where can we get these qualities? they cried. With a smirk, Dorothy replied, At Elkhart Central, of course, you dummies! Just then she spotted a Central track man running down the road. Let's follow him, said Dorothy as she swayed slightly on her magic five inch blue platform shoes. Grabbing her three com- panions, she clicked her platform heels together three times, and said, There's no place like home. Soon they were following the trail blazed by the runner and they all , found themselves in i Blazer Country. M Seeing the Blazer runner Matt Kidder follows the rain- bow road into a myriad of Blazer “Our Times” starting with Dorothy’s sea of blue pom-poms during the Central-Memorial game. Next is a small piece of Christmas followed by Janet Mills and friends in a spring disucssion. Carrie Newcomer fashions a clay pot while Melissa Smith digs an accounting project out of her locker, Members of Ms. Diane Sheltons Spanish class go over their exercises while Mary Treckelo, Doug Miller, Sue Boger, and Jim Bair do their studying on the front lawn. Introduction 7 Blazers smash 1 ranked Washington With the band playing the fight song, and student body echoing the lyrics, the Big Blue streamed onto the field in a spirited rush. After five victories in a row and a high state rank- ing, Central fans and players were eyeing the possibility of a state championship. Perhaps the biggest victo- ry in Central's history came against South Bend Wash- ington. Coach Tom Kurth's spirited Blue Blazer football squad proved their ability by smothering the 1973 State Champs 27-0. In the sixth game of the season, the Blazers con- ABOVE—With a defender closing in, sophomore wide receiver Rod Rober- son leaps up to grab a long pass. Rod led with 19 receptions for 450 yards. fronted the eventual North- ern Indiana Conference Champions, the Mishawaka Cavemen. After a difficult battle, Central fell in defeat by six points, as hopes of a playoff berth diminished. Central continued to win the next three of four con- tests, bowing only to upset- minded Fort Wayne Snyder. Included in the Blazer victo- ries was a 54-6 Homecoming thumping of Michigan City Elston. As for the battle of cross- town rivals, both Central and Memorial predicted a victory. However, the Blue ABOVE-Seeing daylight ahead, Mar- ty Phillips struggles to get away from the line of scrimmage. Before his in- jury, Marty gained 522 yards. Blazers prevailed with a 26- 0 shutout of the Crimson Chargers. When looking into the visitor's stands, a strange mass of blue was to be seen. For this contest Central be- came the visiting team and blue poms-poms were dis- tributed to the crowd by the Adult Booster Club. Blue Blazer fans weren't alone in spirit, and the fired- up football squad crushed Memorial. Jumping to a 26- 0 halftime lead, the second half became monotonous as the Blazers were headed for certain victory. ABOVE RIGHT-Quartefback Jim Wiskotoni looks fof a receiver as he drops back to throw. Jim led in total offense with 1,108 yards. TOP RIGHT—Spirit was high for the city championship game as exhibited by the enthusiastic Blazers. Central won the contest convincingly 26-0. 8 Football ABOVE-Varsity Football team: FRONT ROW: Steve Cripe, Scott Mann, Dyrk Miller, Howard Nellist, Jeff Hostetler, Mike Russell, Dave Snell, Steve Clindaniel, Ben Pfaff, Kirk Holiday, George Thomas, Greg Craft, and John Owens. ROW 2: Head Coach Tom Kurth, Coach Dave Peterson, Dave Edel, Fred Blaisdell, Marty Phillips. Jim Wiskotoni, Tom Boomershine, Ken Cantrell, John Futterknecht, Phil Gelatt, Willie New- some, Steve Owens, Andre Wallace, Greg Ferro, and Coach Tim Osborne. ROW 3: Coach Marshall McCollough, Jamie Lovely, Mike McKinney, Jon Rheinheimer, John Morningstar, Greg Herron, Paul Ogren, Charles Taylor, Tom Sipe, Mark Holiday. Terry Sites, Denny Swartz, and Coach Fred Voorde. ROW 4: Coach Mike Wall- ace. Tim Downey, Marty Smith, Jim Piedmont, Dave Troyer, Dan Nom- may. Dale Ballard, Doug Coss, Mark Mossey, Tom Ghrist, Greg Kilmer, Ernie Martin, and Bruce Mann. Football 9 Spirit activities are school effort Mr. Bias in overalls? Ka- zoo bands running down the middle of Main street. Blazer Spirit Week got off to a rolling start as students and faculty alike became involved with home- coming activities. Floats, decorated in blue and white bunting carried out the theme Blazers do more in 74 . Slogans on the crepe papiered vehicles ranged from DeFeet 'Em to Rock 'Em , all wanting a victory over Michigan City in the coming game. The floats were followed by a decorated car caravan and a volunteer kazoo band, who diligently hummed the fight song along the en- tire parade route. Although the cloudy skies gave way to rain only clothes and crepe paper were dampened, spirit re- mained electric. Shouts of 'Victory' echoed through the halls as spirited students met afterwards in the gym for a pep session. Floats were judged the next evening, seniors taking 1st, sophomores 2nd, and juniors 3rd. The weekend was topped off by a 54-6 win over the Michigan City Red Devils. Spirit activities including wall decorating, bulletin board decorating, pep ses- sions, and a bonfire con- tinued into the next week as Central prepared for its cross town rival Memorial. The day of the game, principal Al Bias appeared in overalls. Mr. Hungate and Mr. Minichello had on cowboy outfits. Many fac- ulty members wore cos- tumes or just put on their jeans and Blazer T-shirts. The faculty's clothing fling and student's spirit triumphed as the Memorial Chargers fell 26-0 to the Elkhart Central Blue Blaz- ers. ABOVE—Mr. Kevin Smith gets into the spirit of things as foreman of the Blazer glue factory pictured on the blackboard. TOP- lt's Great to be a Blazer say the triumphant faces of the Central crowd at the Central-Memorial foot- ball gBme. RIGHT-All state punter, junior Dave Edel, puts his foot into one of his soaring punts. BELOW RIGHT-MVP Kenny Can- trell sweeps left end for a long gain agBinst Washington. Kenny set a rushing record of 978 yards. BELOW-Mike McKinney straight- ens his equipment while watching on the sidelines. Mike made a great comeback after a serious injury. 1974 Varsity Football Goshen ECHS 39 OPP 6 S. B. St. Joe 13 0 S. B Washington 27 0 S. B. Riley 14 0 S. B. Adams 21 14 Mishawaka 14 22 LaPorte 20 17 Fort Wayne Snider 20 26 Michigan City Elston 54 6 Memorial 26 0 Season record 8-2 Junior varsity football team posts winning record 'With an outstanding sophomore class and an abundance of talent, the Blazer junior varsity foot- ball team finished with a winning record ' These were the com- ments of Coach Mike Wal- lace, who guided the squad RIGHT—Junior Varsity Football Team: FRONT ROW: Craig Greene, Artis James, Paul Murray, Jesse Cockerham, Kent Weaver, Rodney Scott, Rocko Balzano, Tom Feldman. ROW 2: Coach Tim Os- borne. Steve Sacro, Dale Rose, Mike Dibley, Tim Toby, Gerard Paradise, Scott Thomas, Pat Owens, Todd Stackhouse, Stuart Long, Brian Lail, Coach Fred Voorde. ROW 3: Willie Cunningham. Mike Scheuer, Larry Blosser, Jeff Gary, Ernie Lucas, Rod Roberson, Jim Bair, Allison Phillips, Dick Peters, Ray Lombardi, Brian Young, Coach Mike Wallace. ROW 4: Manager John Owens, Dave Gravender, Kev- in Butler. Steve Banks, Greg Stone. Rick Lyons, Dan Formsma, Brian Rozema. Tony Campanello, Garre Schelle, Bill Nellist. to a 5-3-1 season. Planning for the fall sport began early in the summer with workouts and running sessions. Actual hitting began early in Au- gust as the anxious Blazers sharpened their skills. Starting the season with two consecutive victories, the Blazers continued to split the next six games, winning 2 , losing 3 and tying Mishawaka. A setback to the young Blazers was a late-season loss to Memorial where the sophomores battled many juniors and seniors. However, the junior var- sity football team bounced back to capture the final game of the season to end the year on a winning note. 12 Football 1974 Varsity Tennis Peru ECHS 3 OPP. 6 Concord 7 0 Lafayette Jeff 5 4 Goshen 9 0 Memorial 2 5 Plymouth 4 3 Adams 2 5 North wood 6 1 Washington 4 3 Riley 6 1 Mishawaka 7 0 Michigan City 6 1 La Porte 3 4 Season Record 9-4 Early practice helps netters One of the reasons it was hard to find an open tennis court in the summer was be- cause the Central netters occupied them quite often. Practice got under way about middle August and Coach Karleen Bartlett's tennis players were on the courts working to improve their game. Central vaulted to its best team record of 11 wins and 4 losses as captain Tom Beatty led the team with a 16-3 record, playing in the top spot. Ed Cleaveland, Gary Busse, Mike Fuller, and Mike Owens rounded out the top five for the Blazers, all putting in outstanding records. Although bowing to Memorial and not capturing the sectional, the tennis team did win the Elkhart Invitational Tourney, and placed high in the confer- ence. TOP LEFT—Ed Cleaveland volleys with an opponent just before the start of a match. Ed was the Blazer's most valuable player. ABOVE LEFT-Tom Beatty follows through on his serve during a prac- tice session. Tom played in the top position for ECHS. ABOVE MIDDLE-Prior to a home meet, Gary Busse demonstrates an excellent backhand shot. Gary was a top contender all season. Varsity Tennis Team: FRONT ROW -Ed Cleaveland, John Hornell, Mike Fuller, Marty Dinehart, Tom Beatty, Steve Beatty. Gary Busse, Mike Owens. ROW 2: Coach Karleen Bartlett. Greg McIntyre, Chris Par- rish, Jay Rice, William Moore, Steve Campbell, Mike Smith, Tim O'Neil, Kurt Doughery, Jay Merryfield, Tod Loven. Tennis 13 Harried Harriers Dedicated runners are 12 instate A Blazer runner wakes up early before school to get his quota of miles in, runs twice a day in the summer to ready his endurance for the fall, and runs year-round to improve his time. This is the type of dedi- cation instilled in Central's cross-country runners by Coach Marshall Sellers. It's eleven o'clock, Sat- turday morning, on a crisp autumn day. The national anthem has been completed as over 100 runners amble up to the starting line. Seven runners dressed in blue and white can be seen in chute six as they ready themselves for the start of the state meet. With hopes of capturing the state championship for the sec- ond consecutive year, the Blue Bunch respond to the starting gun. With Central having the chance of repeating as State Champs, the runners raced for pride and competi- tion. By the end of the race. Central had finished twelfth, with Mark Harris taking sixth place for the Blue Bunch. Sophomore Ben Paolillo came up limping in the ABOVE RIGHT-Winner of the sec- tional and regional, a shoeless Mark Harris crosses the finish line setting a sectional record. RIGHT—With his hair flying and his strength exhausted, junior Tom Spiri- to helps Central to another sectional title. 14 Crosscountry middle of the race and fin- ished way back in the standings. With this disap- pointment, Central's chances were lowered severely. Other runners in the state meet were Tom Spiri- to, Craig Mason, Chris Kolb, Roger Zehr, and Carl Shinabarger. With a 7-0 conference record, the Blazers pre- vailed in the NIC for the second consecutive year. The harriers also cap- tured the Elkhart Sectional, were runners-up in the re- gional, and placed twelfth in the state. FAR LEFT -After the sectional at Oxbow Park, the runners huddle around coach Marshall Sellers. LEFT—Top runner, Mark Harris passes another harrier early in the sectional race. Mark ran consistently for the Blazers throughout the sea- son as he always finished at or near the top. LEFT—Varsity Cross-Country Team: FRONT ROW Ken Heinrich. Jim Piety, Marv Dement, Tom Spirito, Mark Harris, Matthew Kidder, Carl Shinabarger. ROW 2: Mark Smith, Bruce Terlep. Mike Derrenberger, Dennis Mishler, Roger Zehr, Joe Bowen. Craig Mason. ROW 3: Manager Tim Brumbaugh, Tom Grubb, Bill Eastman. Roger Kaser, Kurt Mast, Mark Nostein, Ben Pao- lillo. 1974 Cross Country ECHS OPP Penn 17 46 LaSalle 18 41 St. Joe, Mich. 34 36 Portage 34 50 La Porte 21 38 Memorial 18 43 Mich. City 19 42 Riley 18 43 Mishawaka 23 40 Adams 15 50 Washington 15 50 Dual Meet record 11-0 LEFT-Clad in mittens to fight the cold weather, sophomore Ben Paolillo strides to the finish. FAR LEFT—Craig Mason reaches for more energy as he passes the 1% mile marker at Oxbow Park. ABOVE-Elected captain for the sectional, Tom Spirito accepts his ribbon from Principal Al Bias. Be- sides winning the sectional, the Blue Bunch finished twelfth in the state meet. Crosscountry 15 16 Daily Life unri 0 elciLun ower Hurrying up the walk, dazedly entering through familiar doors, shaking off the chill of snow or rain, seeing friends, Hi! School at 8:00 a.m.— some people are barely awake, teachers expect you to learn. Rattle and clangs of an occasional locker opening and closing echo in the corridor. Someone had apparently forgotten a book- shuffling papers, grinding sharpener heard in the next room. Teachers' voices puncture the morning's sleepy atmosphere . . . t taking notes, writing papers, adding numbers, then subtracting them. All are concentrating ... except those stealing a moment to smile at the sunrise dawning over the railroad tracks. ABOVE—Bending nearer, Leslie Lin- ton puts the finishing touches on an Egyptian water vessel. FAR RIGHT-Jim Piety receives a little assistance in selecting his lunch from Ms. Menges. RIGHT-Passing period gives Brenda McClure and friend a chance to dis- cuss the days events. BELOW-Leslie Wells stops by the bookstore to chat with Patti Wolph and Ms. Harriett Campbell. ABOVE-Discussing morning happen- ings are Leslie Blenner. Barb Hayes, Sue Boger, Kathy Battjes. Amy Ep- pers, Heidi Schenk, and Sue Arko. 18 Daily Life m people Fifteen hundred people bumping into, tripping over, and yelling at one another scrambled their way out doors, down halls, into lockers, expanding lunch lines, expounding parking lot traffic. Those who don't eat attend meetings or find a spot to do some rappin' on the lawn, in the student center, along the halls, any comfortable place big enough to hold you and your friends. Talk ranges from school- work to jobs, to homelife, from a coming concert at the ACC to a recent Noontime Happen- ing, to this weekend's plans. Soon halls are filled. Bias, Hungate and Minichello appear, herding stray scholars into class. Daily Life 19 ABOVE-Whether it's signing up for activities, catching the latest gossip, or meeting a friend, the student center is the place. LEFT-Scratching his head. Chuck Girten tries to remember what class he had homework in. MIDDLE LEFT-Warm weather found people rolling up their sleeves and playing frisbee on the lawn. 20 Daily Life RIGHT—Acting Techniques class pro- vides an excuse for Bonnie Keller and Kelly Thompson to put on a puppet show, for grade schoolers. BE LOW-Grabbing a moment to re- flect, Jay Borgaard strikes a thought- ful pose during English. RIGHT-Mike Fons makes sure he can read Cindy Clipp's biology notes before borrowing them. MIDDLE-RIGHT-A humorous re- mark lets Jane Gosling and Mel Lee take time out from their studies. THi i m i OUP Talking with a friend, really saying something and having them listen. Doing things and being with each other, sharing experiences, thoughts, laughing at the weather. Telling you about me why I laugh or cry. ©OOD TI mu understanding you, why you love and hate, appreciating one another. Touching each other's life, leaving an imprint, a reflection of our essence ... accepting each other for what we are .. . our times together. ABOVE-Marian gives Amaryllis a piano lesson as mother Paroo (Amy Monteith) looks on. ABOVE RIGHT- Goodnight, my Someone, sings Marian sadly, think- ing of a future love. RIGHT-Marian the librarian looks dismayed as Harold Hill threatens to drop the marbles. 22 Music Man MIDDLE LEFT-Hill 8nd Marcellus Washburn describe the sadder but wiser girl for them. LEFT-Brigette Bickart and Priscilla Broadbent demonstrate the eye to eye Iowa stubborness. BELOW-Harold Hill and townspeo- ple contemplate the problem of a pool table in town. LEFT—The Pickalittle Ladies inform Harold of the goings on between Marian and miser Madison. MIDDLE LEFT—Hill rescues Tommy Djilas from the clutches of the Mayor and the Constable. Music Man 23 MUSIC MAN marches into Central Singing and dancing, the MUSIC MAN marched into the lives of Central students and the hearts of the audi- ence. Although actual work on the musicale began soon after the start of school, a few plans had been laid last spring at the Thespian Ban- quet when the name of the play was announced. During the summer, work- shops were held where stu- dents learned basic dance steps. Dance routines for the coming play were also worked out. Tryouts were held the second full week of school. They were a source of fun for those who went out as well as for those who watched. The hard part was waiting for the announce- ment telling who was what character. Set construction began about the same time. Thanks to the Sceno- Graphic Company, a blue- print of the Wells Fargo Wagon and ideas for the River City main street were obtained, making construc- tion slightly easier. This may account for the fact that the sets were finished before opening night for the first time in three years. Soon schedules were filled—on Mondays and Wednesdays there were re- hearsals and on Tuesdays and Thursdays sets were hammered, glued, and stapled together. Between all the rehears- ing and building, different committees were being set up. Fifteen to 20 ushers per performance had to be found. Props were begged, bor- rowed, and bargained for. Publicity crews had al- ready started shouting show dates to the community. Ticket crews manned the ticket office before, during, and after school waiting for telephone calls requesting seats. 24 Music Man LEFT: The barbershop quartet, con- sisting of Brian Swartzell, Jim Gos- ling, Denny Swartzell, and Richard Timms, interrupt a rehearsal of Lida Rose to say evenin''. BELOW: Oh, the Wellth Fargo Wagon ith a-comin' 'round the bend,1 lisps Winthrop as he and the towns- people welcome the wagon full of band instruments to River City. Patron workers, having perhaps the largest and most involved job, handled mon- ey, and coordinated tickets with patrons' wants. MUSIC MAN didn't boast any sellout crowds, but the house was solidly packed for each of the four Novem- ber shows. Part of the success is due to the remarkable singing and dancing abilities of Den- ny Krauser (Harold Hill) and Jane Gosling (Marian Paroo). Professional performances were given by Jeff Lint and Melanie Morgan. Both are known for their public speaking. Surprise crowd favorites were the Barbershop Quar- tet and Zaneeta Shinn (Pat Eastman). Many were sorry to see the small band march off the stage for the last time—however, there's always next year's CARNIVAL in November to consider! MAJOR ROLES Supporting cast were: Steve Henderson, Amy Monteith, Mike Pollock. Language Arts teacher, Kurt Free, Mike Cripe, Betsy Broadbent, Larry Crump, Suzy Welch, Kathy Packer, Kristin Schwerha, Kathy Dobson, Stacey LeVan, Carl Sartorius; and the Barbershop Quartet, Richard Timms, Denny Swartzell, Jim Gosling, and Brian Swartzell. The Pick-A-Uttle Ladies were Sue South, Carrie Edlund, Yvonne Whisler, Deb Snyder, and Patty Chil- cote. The female dancing chorus con- tained Nancy Buenzli, Sara Slaughter, Brigette Bickart, Linda Stone, Nancy Bissell, Nancy Dobson, Melanie Lee, Karen Weaver, Sarah Cooke, and Salli Farmer. In the female singing chorus were Carole Crump, Janet Gray, Cami Huth, Melissa Forbes, Ann Bissell, Cal lie Caton, Ginny West, Mary Treckelo, Sue Boger, Sue Battjes, Diana Huot, and Deb Duvall. Among the male singing and dancing chorus were: Rick Stouder, Jim Sharp, Mike Finn, Chris Stevens, Mike Mischke, Tim Estes, Pete Den- ton, John Slay ter, and Ed Sprunger. Music Man 25 George ‘The Greek’ inspires Big Blue Instead of Are you go- ing to the basketball game tonight? . Central students began to say, Where are you going to sit at the game? , as enthusiasm grew with the new Central bas- ketball team. Several new faces were present in Blazer uniforms for the 1974-75 season, as well as on the coaching staff. Head Coach George Leona kis brought to Central four years of coaching ex- perience and a 75% winning record. As he began the young season, he saw his Blazers win their first two of three contests. However, the pace slackened as the season continued. Falling victim to several close contests. Central fin- ished the season with 7 vic- tories and 14 defeats. Individually, the Blazers had several versatile ath- letes. Blessed with an abun- dance of guards, the back- court positions proved to be a strong part of Central's game. Senior playmaker, Jim Wiskotoni became the floor general for the Bla- zers, as he was the one to be called upon to bring the RIGHT-Sophomore Rod Roberson puts up a layup after driving past a Penn Kingsman. Rod gave the Blazers extra scoring depth. ABOVE RIGHT-Center Tom Gland- ers tosses a short jumper against the backboard from close range. 26 Basketball ball upcourt in tight situa- tions. Willie Bean worked his way into the starting lineup at the outset of the season and never lost his job. With help from Pete Calhoun, the backcourt remained steady. MVP Tom Glanders was the leading scorer for the Blazers, as he carried a 13.7 point average throughout the season. Tom was a dom- inant factor close to the basket, as he rejected sever- al shots. Newcomers to the Cen- tral team. Rod Roberson and Duke Walker, added a potent scoring attack and performed consistently for Coach Leonakis. Also Joe Thomas and Doug Hill helped on the boards. One of the highlights of the season was the lopsided victory over Memorial. Af- ter a 16 point scoring out- burst at the start of the game, the Blazers, who nev- er trailed, continued to win the game convincingly. TOP-Senior ballhandler Jim Wisko- toni looks for an open man to pass to as he dribbles by a Penn opponent in the sectional. ABOVE—In expectation of a pass Joe Thomas struggles for position against South Bend St. Joe. TOP LEFT-First year coach George Leonakis gives his team a pep talk during a time-out in the first game of the sectional. LEFT—Varsity Basketball Team: FRONT ROW: Pete Calhoun, Jim Wiskotoni, Willie Bean, and Duke Walker. ROW 2: Head Coach George Leonakis, Doug Hill, John Futter- knecht, Joe Thomas, Rod Roberson, and Coach Bob Clark. ROW 3: Mai Phillips. Kirk Holiday, Mike Johnson, and Tom Glanders. Basketball 27 RIGHT-Forward Duke Walker exe- cutes excellent shooting form in tough game competition. BELOW-Hemmed in by two Penn defenders, Willie Bean looks for a man to pass to. 1974 Varsity Basketball ECHS Opp. Northwood 70 59 Marion 50 68 Warsaw 71 58 La porte 57 60 Kokomo 48 70 Mishawaka 66 93 Muncie Central 54 62 Valparaiso (Holiday Tournament) 62 56 Mishawaka (Holiday Tournament) 46 57 North Judson 58 75 South Bend Washington 79 68 Michigan City Elston 50 61 Penn 47 69 Concord 76 47 St. Joseph 63 64 Goshen 67 71 Memorial 81 58 South Bend Riley 68 69 South Bend Adams 50 77 South Bend LaSalle 71 57 Penn (Sectional) 49 66 Season Record 7-14 Junior Varsity cagers win Goshen Holiday Tourney 1974-75 JV Basketball ECHS OPP Northwood 46 43 Marion 35 32 Warsaw 34 37 LaPorte 52 38 Kokomo 33 50 Mishawaka 45 32 Muncie Central 34 30 Goshen 38 31 Penn 51 45 North Judson 54 53 S.B. Washington 45 27 M.C. Elston 39 28 Penn 45 33 Concord 41 40 S.B. St. Joe 46 40 Goshen 35 38 Memorial 33 34 S.B. Riley 49 50 S.B. Adams 50 45 S.B.LaSalle 41 34 Season Record 15 5 RIGHT-Junior Varsity Basketball Team: FRONT ROW: Bill Ramsey, Kurt Dougherty, Alison Phillips, Bruce Terlep, Micky Terrell, Todd Stackhouse. ROW 2: Coach Bob Clark, John Labrum, Dan Formsma, Buddy Coleman, Chester House, Er- nie Lucas, Jesse Cockerham. A major goal for a junior varsity team is to let young players gain experience for varsity competition. How- ever, an additional bonus for the 1974-75 junior var- sity basketball team was a 15-5 record. While coaching the first team to hold a winning record at Central, Coach Bob Clark utilized several talented sophomores. Winning the Junior Var- sity Holiday Tourney was one of the highlights for Central's B -team. The young Blazers emerged vic- torious over the four-team field, as they deservedly took home the first-place trophy. Best free throw trophy went to Kurt Dougherty. 28 Basketball Tankers grab 14th place, post 11-4 swim season Would you have the forti- tude to swim five miles a day just to improve your time fractions of a second? The Blazer swimmers did, helping them accomplish their best season yet. After a year's absence, Ted Foland returned to coach the Blazer tankers. He was welcomed with an abundance of talent, as the eager swimmers trained for the season. Jumping off to a fan- tastic start, the Blazers won 11 and lost only 4. After taking second in the sectional, Central placed fourteenth in the state meet, represented by Jay Harreld, Mark Vite, Tod Lo- van, Chuck Girten, and Kurt Free. Harreld was the only Elk- hart swimmer to make it to the finals, as he placed fifth in the 200-yard individual medley, and second in the 100-yard butterfly. 1974-75 Varsity Swimming ECHS OPP. Penn 90 74 LaSalle 110 59 M.C. Rogers 77 95 Riley 105 67 Goshen 86 85 Washington 111 51 Wawasee 102 66 S.B. Adams 64 107 Warsaw 91 81 M.C. Elston 113 59 Concord 105 67 Mishawaka 102 68 Jackson 56 114 Memorial 100 72 LaPorte 70 101 Season Record 11 -4 ABOVE LEFT—In order to achieve the fastest time possible, Kurt Free shaves Jay Harreld's legs before going to the state meet. TOP-On the final lap of the race, Mark Vite pops his head out of the water to take a breath. LEFT—Varsity Swim Team: FRONT ROW: Tod Lovan, Jake Free, Mike Fons, Rick Altemeyer, Eric Petersen, Harry Dover. ROW 2: Jay Har- reld, Joe Jenkins, Dave Funk, Dave Lucchese. Jeff Wagner, Kip Lovan, Bob Miller. ROW 3: Kurt Free. Doug Zentz, Jim Stajkowski, Dave Nihart, Greg Frick, Chuck Girten, Tom Sipe, Mark Vite, Coach Ted Fo- land. (not pictured: Jim Troup). Swimming 29 LEFT—Varsity Cheerleader Betsy Froelich animatedly urges her team on towards a victory. 30 Cheerleaders Pep Club Blazers cheered on to victory Blazers Blazers, you can do it. Blazers, Blazers, do it, do it, do it! This yell and others were echoed and re-echoed throughout the year by the Central Cheerleaders and supportive fans. The cheerleaders began cheering in June when they visited Smith-Walbridge Camp for a week. They enjoyed such ac- tivities as cheering all day under the hot sun or rainy clouds, getting up at six, and competing against fifty other squad squads. The outcome of the week was positive, however, as the varsity was given the District Award for the sec- ond year in a row. The award is presented to the squad with the most crea- tive cheers, spirit, and gym- nastic ability. The Pep Club was also working hard behind the scenes as they got together with the cheerleaders to help promote spirit. Signs were made, lockers decorated, and more pep assemblies were held than ever before. Blazer fans shaking pom poms and yelling Lighten- ing strikes again were packed into the heavily dec- orated stadium stands for the Central-Memorial game. Then spirit once again ex- ploded when Central met their arch rivals in basket- ball. Yells of The old red nags just ain't what they used to be! were ringing through the gym. TOP RIGHT—Jenny Konecny decor- ates the student center ceiling with streamers for the North Central Eval- uation Team's visit. TOP LEFT-Pep Club members El- lie Terlep, Ellen Chappell. Kristie Kurth, and Mel Kindy paint the hoop for the Central-Washington game. ABOVE—Cheering are Junior Var- sity Cheerleaders Brenda Scott, Cha- risse Barnes, Cindy Wood, Heidi Schenk, Cindy Herron, and Kelly Lantz. Elkhart Central Varsity Cheerleaders (low left), Juli Douglas (low center), are Kim Terrell (center left), Robin and Melanie Lee (low right). Krai (center right), Susan Young Cheerleaders Pep Club 31 Young grapplers suffer 1-7 season Sit-out, take-down, rever- sal, pinning combination, cradle, and escape are terms very frequently used by a Central grappler. Training prior to the reg- ular season included these terms and others in prepara- tion for the wrestling cam- paign. Coach Rollie Hoover's Blazers began the year with high hopes of success. How- ever, inexperience hurt the team severely, as there were several sophomores compet- ing. One of those sopho- mores, Luke Koons, was the only Blazer to compete in the regionals. Senior Norman Anderson was elected the team's Most Valuable Player, as he com- piled a record of 14-4 for the season. ABOVE-Getting the Better part of the match, Norman Anderson reach- es for a half-Nelson. TOP RIGHT—Set for the start of the second period, Randy Coyle antici- pates his opponents move. RIGHT-Varsity Wrestling Team: FRONT ROW: Ed Prange. Luke Koons, Jim Taylor, Mike Greene, Jeff Losee, Dan Pletcher. ROW 2: Gene Monteith, Craig Greene, Drew Miller, Fred Sokol, Randy Coyle, Ben Pfaff. ROW 3: Tom Mills. Mike Mabry, John Graber, Artis James. Bob Eber, Howard Nellist. ROW 4 Tom Henderson, Jan Hartman, Greg Stone, Dave Troyer, Ray Collins, Norman Anderson, Jim Scott. 32 Wrestling Gymnasts excel! in state meet With a mature group of seniors, Coach Bob Wolf's gymnastic squad posted their best season with ten wins and one loss. It takes at least two years of gymnastic training to develop a strong gym- nast , explained Coach Wolf. Cent i possessed sev eral talented seniors who . carrier the bulk of the scor- inp throughout the season. Although unable to send j the entire team to the state meet because of placing sec- ond in the sectional. Central was represented by four in- dividuals; Kevin Rick, Jim Sharp, Doug Evans, and Bob Yeoman. Rick placed third in the all-around competition, and individually he placed fourth on the parallel bars, sixth on the side horse, and seventh on the horizontal bar. Evans placed tenth on the rings, while Sharp and Yeoman finished outside the top ten. 1974-75 Gymnastics S.B. Adams Northwood Northwood Wabash Crown Point Memorial Jimtown Concord Angola Dekalb Memorial ECHS OPP 106 81 110 62 106 47 109 73 107 123 107 97 110 96 129.9 123 127 100 118 103 118 106 Season Record 10-1 ABOVE-State Qualifier Bob Yeo- man performs on the parallel bars in a home meet against Dekalb. TOP—Blazer MVP Kevin Rick fin- ishes a difficult stunt on the rings. In the state meet, Rick placed third in all-around competition. LEFT-Varsity Gymnastics Team: Doug Zimmerman, Heinz Grubert. Jim Sharp, Kurt Royer, Chris Per- ron, Phil Harnish, Doug Evans, Brad Wonderlick, Mitch Jackson, David Butts, Kevin Rick, Bob Yeoman, Mike Cripe, Mark Coning, Tom Mar- tin, Andy Werbianski, Bruce Miller, Tom Feldman. ABOVE-LEFT—Senior gymnast Jim Sharp concentrates on his parallel bar routine in a home meet. Gymnastics 33 Happenings offer noontime fun 34 Noontime Happenings FAR LEFT -Steve Hiles pauses to give Mary Ann Gouker, Gene Mon teith.and Bob Yeoman of NHS along with Jeff Cealka, Jeff Lint, and Pete Denton, Technical Engi- neers a break. LEFT-Pointing to each contestant. Shapely Legs M.C. Nancy Bissell Jets the audience applaud for their favorite pair of legs. CENTER—Gritting his teeth. Randy Bellamy tries to pull out in front during the tricycle race. ABOVE-Kurt Free appears to be on a collision course with Nancy Dobson and Nancy Bissell as he prepares to take his turn in the NHS innertube race. LEFT-John Peat supervises brother Jeff while Denny Swartzell gives encouragement to Scott Virgil as both teams round the corner. 36 NHS NHS sponsors social activities, inducts sophomores for first time For the first time ever National Honor Society broke with tradition and opened its doors to soph- omores. In the past, only 2% of the seniors and 4% of the juniors had been elected. In April 4% of the sophomores were inducted, along with 8% of the juniors, totaling about 72 people inducted at the formal ceremony. NHS is a service organi- zation designed to get stu- dents more involved in school and civic activities. Candidates must have a 3.0 grade average and show qualities of character, lead- ership, and service. Mem- bers are then chosen from teacher's ratings of these characteristics. A tutoring program, an f ABOVE-Walking over the snow- flake strewn bridge, Jim Gosling and Leslie Blenner enter the Christ- mas dance, a Winter Wonderland. Easter egg hunt for under- privileged children, and a Christmas dance were all a part of NHS activities. In addition to this, the Na- tional Honor Society also volunteered its services to other organizations, such as student council. Two years ago NHS mem- bers realized that there was nothing to do during lunch- time and set out to do something about it. What resulted was Noontime Happenings, lunch hour activities and entertain- ment. National Honor Society hosted the second annual Shapely Legs Contest, a tricycle race, an inner tube race, and two Trivia Bowls, all Noontime Happenings. FAR LEFT—Surveying a table full of food are Bob Hruby, Patty Miller, and Kim Ott. LEFT-Karen Weaver is entertained by Chris Stevens while her escort Jeff Lint visits friends. BE LOW-Nancy Dobson smiles up at her date Craig Johnson as they dance to Copter'1. CENTER-Teri Stanner receives help from Todd Mitchell, her tutor, as both regard her math. LEFT—Dancing quietly, Janet Thornton and Dick Peters found the atmosphere relaxed. FAR LEFT —Mike Comer and Bren da Aenis chat with Richard Timms and his date between dances. Student Council had more than its share of difficulties, including lack of interest and ineffectual leadership. Under threats of im- peachment, the council pres- ident decided to graduate at the end of first semester. This left vice president Sonya Hill in charge with Tom Mills and Denise Guy trying to offer leadership to the various dissident factions. A poll taken for the March 14 issue of the PENNANT newspaper re- vealed a whopping 82% of the student body were dis- satisfied with student coun- cil. Most students felt the council accomplished little. A majority of students, however, felt that the council could be madeto work if students would care about what went on. Principal Al Bias took steps to help activate the council by removing ad- ministrative sponsorship. Towards the end of the year, interest in the council began growing and Mr. Bias feels that the apathy is beginning to subside. The one really successful project of the council was a basketball game between ECHS faculty members and WRBR disc jockeys. ABOVE RIGHT-The player's en- thusiasm was obvious, as this pic- ture shows, especially when the score was close. RIGHT—Tom Kurth, better known for his football coaching proves he can play basketball too. 38 Student Council Its main purpose was to raise funds to pay off coun- cil debts. The game was a huge success, clearing over three hundred dollars. Hilarious antics by slightly paunchy, out of condition faculty players and less than graceful fac- ulty cheerleaders added to the entertainment. The fact that the referees were athletic director Max Bell, Principal Al Bias, and Art department head Rod Leichty (complete with dark glasses and cane) helped in- sure that the faculty would win the game 50-49. ABOVE LEFT-Cheerleaders Peg Brown. Karen Klarecki, Karen Leeth, Kay Dabler, Bev James, and Sandra Duwe form a rather unstable pyra- mid. LEFT —The starting lineup, com- posed of Lynn Garrard, Eugene Hungate, Ted Poland, Tom Kurth, and Randy Miller gather briefly before the game. FAR LEFT—Robert Minichello removes his warm-up jacket to the delight of teammates Ted Fo- land, Joel Roush, Dave Morgan, and Billy Robinson, police liason officer. Student Council 39 ABOVE-Junior Roxanne Sutphin delivers a smash into the forecourt during a match. RIGHT—Equipped with colorful knee pads. Cindy Reed returns the ball to an opponent. Sports program welcomes extra coverage and new badminton coach As the interest in girls' athletics continued to grow. Central's girls' sports pro- gram experienced several changes. The most noticeable im- provement came in the amount of publicity given to the seven girls' sports. ming and track results for every meet and often ac- companying articles with photographs. Another change came with the appointment of Ms. Charla Presser as bad- minton coach. Although sophomores made up over h half the badminton team, the girls managed to post a 5-3 season record. Coach Frances Brown's volleyball team was de- feated in the second game of the Sectional and fin- ished the season with 10 wins and 5 losses. In addition to the in- crease in the number of pages devoted to girls' athletics in the Pennant Annual, the Pennant news- paper printed several arti- cles as well as a photo essay on girls' sports. The Elkhart Truth added to its coverage by including a varsity summary of swim- LE FT—Anticipation is evioent on the faces of Steph Mischke, Barb Kauff- man, Cindy Reed, and LuAnne Mat? as they await a serve. MIDDLE LEFT-Badminton Team: FRONT ROW Roxanne Sutphin, Leslie Kmpfel, Shirley Chapman, Ann Holt, Leslie Blenner, Marie Lidy. ROW 2: Sue Arko, Mary Cleaveland, Candy Johnson. Lisa Bowman. Mara Rozitis. Pam Graven- der. Coach Charla Presser. BELOW LEFT —LuAnne Matz sets up a shot as teammate Kathy Rolf sen assists during the Sectional. BOTTOM LEFT—Volleyball Team: FRONT ROW: Melanie Cataldo, Marcia Mackey, Marcia Losee. ROW 2: Jane Seevers, Cindy Reed, Sherri Green, Barb Kauffman, Connie Mellish. ROW 3: Laura Nye, Lu- Anne Matz, Kathy Rolfsen, Marty Phillips, Mary Ann Nolen, Stephanie Mischke, Coach Frances Brown. BELOW-Waiting to send the birdie high into the backcourt is junior Pam Gravender. BOTTOM—Motion is depicted as Shirley Chapman follows through with a backhand shot. RIGHT Performing a forward dive to a layout position is city record holder Sue Geiger. FAR RIGHT-Prior to injuring her leg in the Warsaw game. Barb Kauff- mBn strains for the tip. BELOW—Melanie Lee bursts off the blocks in a 200 medley relay ex- change with Cindy Weldon. i •• 4 S' ! £� V ■ hr Cagers complete perfect season; Tankers pace ninth at state Because of the impressive win-loss records of the girls' basketball and swim teams. Central held its first pep ses- sion in the cafeteria to hon- or them. Complete with pep band accompaniment, it was the only pep rally ever held to acknowledge a girls' ath- letic team at Central. Under the coaching of Ms. Mary Hartzler, the basketball team posted a perfect 14-0 season record and captured the Four Way Tourney. Team depth was particu- larly evident after the loss of center Barb Kauffman. 4! GA A BELOW-Basketball Team: FRONT ROW: Connie Mellish. Delores Reaves. Sandra Hooker. Sherri Green, Kathy Marshall. Mary Pelton. ROW 2: Marty Phillips. Barb Kauff- man, Mel Kindy, Charissa Barnes, Pam Gravender, Jane Seevers, Cindy Reed, Coach Mary Hartzler. BOTTOM LEFT-Swim Teem. FRONT ROW: Leslie Blenner, Sue Arko. Cindy Weldon, Ann Bissell, Cami Huth, Brenda Comer, Dana SchlegBl, Elise Pfaff. ROW 2: Lynn Dugle. Julie App, Nancy Bissell, Kit Bellamy. Patty Chilcote, Marie Li- dy. Sue Davis, Deb Heinhuis. ROW 3: Sue Boger, Mary Jo Nye, Cathy Fuller. Cindy Spratt, Amy Eppers, Nancy Dobson, Kathy Rolfsen. ROW 4: Marcia Mackey. Mel Lee, Darcy Mitchell, Leigh Holdeman, Sue Geiger, Paula Ferguson, Laura Nye, Sue Battjes, Jean German, Terri Brown. SEATED: Cheryl Scott. Coach Karen Leeth. BELOW—Mary Pelton looks to pass as MVP Cindy Reed awaits action during the Warsaw gBme. BOTTOM-A smile of satisfaction alights the face of MVP Sue Boger after defeating Memorial. Barb, who had been the team's leading scorer and MVP for two years, sus- tained leg injuries in the Warsaw game and had to sit out the last seven games. According to Coach Kar- en Leeth, the swim team ex- perienced a super season by achieving every team goal. Owning a 14-1 season rec- ord, the tankers won the Sectional, the Goshen Re- lays, and the Elkhart Cen- tral Diving Invitational. The team also placed sec- ond in the Penn Co-Ed Re- lays and ninth in the State meet. Holding nine of fourteen city records, the Central swimmers defeated Memo- rial for the first time. Outstanding perform- ances in the State meet in- cluded Mary Jo Nye's sixth place in the 100 yard back- stroke and the fifth place finish of the 400 yard free- style relay of Sue Boger, Mary Jo Nye, Sue Arko, and Laura Nye. Undefeated until the fi- nals of the State meet, soph- omore Sue Boger took fourth in both the 50 and 100 yard freestyle events. GAA 43 Being concerned with community affairs means becoming personally in- volved with people and pub- lic organizations. Many Central students interacted with the community in ways ranging from voting, to exploratory teaching, to working on the Mayor's Youth Council. With assistance from the Elkhart Career Education Program, the social studies department at Central pro- vided a means for develop- ing student interest in so- cial work. It also provided an op- portunity for them to carry out these interests through its Community Services pro- gram. This program involved about 25 Central people and sent them to the Elkhart deaf school, Community Junior High, New Horizon TOP-Central's Mel Morgan and Memorial's Robin Rink award prizes to winners of the Mayor's Youth Council's children's valentine card contest. ABOVE-Pam Glazer interacts with a group of grade school children with exploratory teaching at Pinewood elementary school. RIGHT—Community Services includ- ed health talks. Paula Bilancio warns Hawthorne students about the hazards of smoking. Learning Center, Elkhart Day Care Center, YMCA, Aux Chandelles and the Elkhart Rehabilitation Cen- ter. While not all of the stu- dents participating plan to go into social work as a career, many enjoyed the experience gained from working with various peo- ple in the community. Providing a means for students to suggest programs and work out problems of interest to them and the general community was the Mayor's Youth Council. Six of the 12 member council were Central stu- dents. They raised money for special community pro- jects, awarded the John Perry award for understand- ing and love for fellow man, and talked over possible projects for the Elkhart area. Interaction With Community The Council sponsored two street dances and a children's valentine card contest. Different repre- sentatives reported the Youth Council's activities to the City Council at city meetings. Perhaps the best way stu- dents had for involvement in the community came with the May 6th primary. How- ever, few of the Central youths eligible actually voted. While 31% of eligible Elkhartans voted in the elections, only 24% of eli- gible Central students re- ported that they had made it to the polls. Only 40% of those eligible bothered or were able to register. However, 14% did sign up to work at the polls as watchers or poll board members. BOTTOM-Central members of the Youth Council include Mel Mor gan. Tom White, Lauri Brenniman, Connie Mellish, Hiroko Sakurai, and Jeff Lint (not shown). CENTER Humanities students learn how they can contribute to the community as Bill Miller speaks on city renewal. BELOW-Jim Wiskitoni looks over a plan book as he exploratory teaches in a Northside Junior High School classroom. BELOW-Mickey O'Hara finds sat isfaction in helping a Rivtrview elementary student. Interaction With Community 45 Lawsuits, T.V., mock senates, guest speakers, and field trips add spark to Social Studies Government classes brought lawsuits against class members and even took matters up with con- gress. Other classes saw Marcel Marceau and watched tele- vision shows, such as Lar- ry and The Thin Edge. All of this added spark to an already flexible and inter- esting social studies pro- gram at Central. In addition to the re- quired courses, such as U.S. history and govern- ment, a wide variety of elective courses were also available, ranging from Black Studies to Economics. The most popular of these, excluding Humanities, was Psychology. Human behavior was looked at in different per- spectives by the use of tele- vision programs and class- room experiments involving memory, optical illusions, and the senses. Students also learned how to classify their friends as neurotic, paranoid, or manic-depressive. Humanities, combining both English and social studies concepts, was yet another way students dis- covered themselves. They found self expression through class activities such as writing, art, and song. Field trips created more interest in the cultural and 46 Social Studies historical, as classes traveled to places such as the Toledo Art Museum, and Bonney- ville Mill in Bristol. A trip to Chicago gave combined Humanities and drama classes a rare chance to see the master mime, Marcel Marceau perform in person. Work with the retarded, disabled, elementary stu- dents, and preschoolers put Community Services stu- dents in the public scope as well as the school environ- ment. About 37 students found within the Commu- nity Services program the means to use time and tal- ent in becoming actively involved with other people. Learning in required courses was also varied. U.S. history classes viewed Alistair Cooke's America on videotape. Outside speakers stimulated opinions and field trips made classes aware of historical sites. Some government classes found a unique way to study courts and legisla- ture. Mock trials and mock Senates were used to simu- late the working of these two government branches, giving participants a better understanding of the coun- try. Students took the names of actual senators and played active parts in the court procedures. LEFT-Mark Vite and Mary Beth Cook listen as Glen Stevens gives a talk on the Youth Service Bureau in psychology. CENTER-Members of government class vote for a party Presidential candidate, as Anita Krauklis and Jo Berkshire count hands. BELOW-A town meeting takes place m American Studies with Mike Simms, Mike Russell, and Chris Truex as presiding officers. FAR LEFT—Oenny Krauser tests his sense of taste in psych, with Connie Alvey and Julie Stumpe ready to give the results. Social Studies 47 FAR LEFT-Jeff Lint defends his client, as Randy Mabry testifies, John Fillio judges, and Leon Williams acts as baliff. Traffic regulations, correct of drugs, life- saving, basket- ball, and defensive driving taught during Elkhart Central con- tinued to be one of only twenty high schools in In- diana with the three phase driver education program of simulator, classroom, and on-the-road instruction. The department, using the newest, most up-to- date equipment, saw its popularity reflected in a large enrollment. Department head Tom Kurth said that classes were at their limit , with more than we can take care of still applying. Although the program was sound, certain changes were made for the 1975 ABOVE —Learning to drive requires class instruction as well as actual driving. Brenda Hartman and Ernie Lucas get experience with auto sim- ulators. TOP—Building up leg strength for swimming, Jim Stajkowski works out with weights on the leg press of the Universal Gym. RIGHT —Swimming gave students a chance to become certified life- guards. Rita Correia practices her lifesaving techniques on a 'drowning' Debbie Cook. 48 Narc Ed Phys Ed Drivers' Ed ■■ HBH summer session. Credit was raised from Va to Yi, necessitating 20 more hours of class study. New films, books, and for- mat for the police-spon- sored defensive driving course were also used as the department attempted to further improve upon its program. Human relations, reasons for drug usage, rights under the law, and effects of various drugs were a few of the aspects covered in Mr. Rollie Hoover's narcotics education classes. Mr. Hoover said that he also tried to teach responsi- ble drug usage and supply current literature on the use and abuse of drugs. Mr. Hoover pointed out that a class of this type doesn't usually show im- mediate results. Some days you feel good about it, sometimes you don't, he said, speaking of the course's effectiveness. An extensive library, films, and outside speakers supplied the program's ref- erence sources. Sophomores found an ar- ray of activities lined up for them in physical edu- cation classes. Softball, basketball, dodgeball, gym- nastics, and swimming were some of the ways they became more physi- cally fit. For some, swimming afforded an opportunity to become certified in life-saving, and therefore, eligible for a summer lifeguard job. For others, phys ed merely supplied a chance to do something active during the day. Advanced phys ed ended as a period for students to do more or less what they wished. This sixth period class became primarily a work- out time for athletes. BELOW LEFT-Chuck G.rten executes a dive, as Jim Stajkow- ski and two team members look on. Swimming gBve physical education variety. BELOW-Although but one of the three phases of driver's ed. this student finds that behind the wheel is the best place to gain experience. FAR LEFT—Narc Ed gave stu- dents insight into drug abuse and responsible use. Rollie Hoover answers questions in class. LEFT-Alonzo Carr goes up for a two-pointer during a game with Duke Walker, Jerry Conard, Jesse Crockham, Alison Phillips, and Charles Taylor. Narc Ed Phys Ed Driver's Ed 49 Issues nd local econ tefugee RIGHT-George and Sharon Leis sit with son Steven, and new daughter Suzanne. Suzanne was one of many Vietnamese war orphans. BE LOW-Tight times were fought by students in many ways. Rows of bicycles reflect high gas prices and scarce job openings. xsXo«Jen reacf Fofrf 'oste Bite On School Lunches fl Vietnamese Politics Back Where U.S. Came In 1975 A complete turnar [m the previQuj ea hardly bean ex- aid F. FordSSeyan his first year as President with his work cut out for him, and after a period of months, f finally selected as his Vice' President, Nelson Rocke- feller. F ord'-s first moves rdon President resignate, Richard Nixon, from all Crimes he may have committed while in office. This action wafmet' with both f yor and dis- favor by the American peo- ple, and the controversy has not yet really stopped. Another important step taken by Ford was to grant partial amnesty to Vietnam draft evaders. This also was received with a variety of reactions from the public. Mr. Ford's.efficiency as chief executive will not be fully kno n untif his time as President is over. How- ever, students at Central displayed an array' of dif- ferent feeling in President Ford, the economy, and politics. Jr A poll which was circu- lated among Central stu- hat a sur- n of them Biat we now :d PreJM 1 resic pL jf those who realized this fact ex- pressed many different feelings about it. One student said, Under the present circumstances, that's the way it has to be. Senior Jeff Lint com- mented, I don't think it is the best solution to the problem we had. A special election shopfe havb been held. OPinionspf Ford's per formance up until itow were also given' John Futterf- kneckt said,1 ! thinfc Ford has done a good job, con- sidering he is going against | a Democratic congress.lt Others! ♦pleased,.' pdflPUjas beerTWWWHBJ and use| son. with the controversial issues that always arise during a President's time'Tn office, it's difficult to keep a nation unified. Poor unF fication of the country was evident duringiand after' PFeSident Nixon's term. How well Mr. f orjl 2 fy the U.S. may portant to how success he will be asWcsident. Fifty percent of the stu- dents felt that the country is more unified now than it was when Nixon1 was irTof- fice. The other half felt that th nation was less unified or about the same. ECONOMY Aside from the Presi- dency, students revealed concern about other Amer- ican problems. The most frequetffiy voiced problem felt to be the worst was the economy, with 56.8% citing it as the most pressing issue. Twehty-eight and one half percent of the students felt unemploymensto be the most pressing. The state pf our Ameri- can economy was also in- flected by Central students. High priced merchandise and inflated gas prices made a difference to 62.5% of the students at Central as they reportedly found ’it necessary to curtail their njing-, a id 43.7% had to -ease their driving due to pri % f ' UNEMPLOYMENT Unemployment grew to epidemic proportions na- tionally this year, with the unemployment rate rising above 18% in Kokomo, Indiana alone. The unetn- Presiden ploymgrft was no small crer : thing in Elknart County, either, as the percent of those jobless averaged 13.8 from January to March of 1975, the highest count coming in January, with an unemployment rate of 14%. vverei The results of such un- fel employment were very evi- ditc mauiy. dent at Central, as the num- mm ever am satisfied x of students i. g lunch with thestate of the nation, skyrocket edlro m w irfd have to try to see what was wrong with lies. One of these children was adopted by Central teacher, George Leis, and his wife. OUTLOOK The overall outlook shows the vast majority of students are nothappy with the condition the co isin. Reasons range fj l over Fc the eveMri ssion, or ej , Dression tneprevious yearly total of 25, to 75—triple that of the preceding year. Most Americans began 1975 giving little or no thought to the conflicts in Tndocnma, but as spring neared they were awakened to the fact that Vietnam was not quite behind them yet. REFUGEES __________ The United States, wo'1 years after th t dneri- can troopsweti withdrawn price again became respoi sible for the livesof many South Vietnamese-Jthis time the children. As Cambodia fell to the communists; Vietnam flppWjj follow, thousaoJToTSyBfh Vietnamese oiJphans, and children sajrfto be orphans were loaded on American planes to oe delivered ti their new American fami me, was hoq Dan ? put it. One student who w satisfied with the cj said, Problems su have help a nation orow. They learn fro takes and next will be able tol a nttfe better! —, he year 1974-f9?6 be sure, often bad tricked with the Pgood. Perhaps, instead of a [yearbook looking back on i Good Times, Bad Times, Our Times, there will pday be an annual pro d in arieter time, ich cani record events in an even more positive vein. Pgr haps they will someday be able to record truthfully aid without reservation, Better Times, Best Times, Times. by Gene Montieth National Issues Coi me 51 Brett Clementz dresses casually in jeans and a shirt while Gladys Pratcher chooses a dressy white pantsuit and clunky cork sandles. Marlon McCain opts for a knit shirt, belted jeans and rubber-soled clunky shoes. 52 Fashions Louis Spirito displays a jeans outfit over ski boots. Delois Reaves wears a flowered knit pantsuit and cork clunkies while Dumb Dora (Linda Grubert) is caught with her mouth open again, showing off her bib overalls. Comfort was the key to 'foxy fashions' at ECHS. Whether in the form of jackets, hats, purses, shoes, bib overalls, or even car in- teriors, denim was being worn in all sorts of torn, frayed, patched, cuffed, flared, and studded man- ners. Sometimes girls tired of jeans and opted for dressy pantsuits. Many would oc- casionally wear a skirt or dress, having lower hems, maxi's being especially popular. Causing quite a clatter in the hall's were platform shoes, a favorite of both sexes. These fashion seekers hobbled carefully to class precariously balanced on two to five inch layers of cork, wood, or plastic, try- ing to avoid that one slip that might end them in traction. If you would peek in the Pennant Office, you might notice two girls displaying their multi-colored socks with individual toes. Another time of interest was the increased number of cloth purses made from brightly colored calico and gingham patchwork ma- terial designed by their owners. Fashions 53 Students discuss ECHS’s weaknesses, strengths In a February poll, stu- dents were asked about Elk- hart Central's strengths and weaknesses. Two common opinions emerged. Many students agreed that the new attendance policy is too strict and that the real strength of the school lies in the student body. Tammy Nolen (11) stated, The attendance policy is all mixed up, and no one really bothers to sit down and explain it to us. Most of the students don't understand it and it seems as if half the teachers are confused too. Absurd is the word Anita Krauklis (12) used to describe the attendance policy. I think it should be up to the student if he needs to be present some days in class, she said. School Spirit Many are upset with the lack of school spirit at Cen- tral. I think school spirit has been lacking in all sports except football. This is really disappointing consid ering it is the student body's fault, commented Cheryl Springer (10). Most students only go to two sports events all year—football and basket- ball, stated Doug Zentz (12). I bet most of the student body didn't even know that the N.I.S.H. swim sectional was held here. Big Farce Student Council is con- sidered to be a big farce by many students. Ray Bierbaum (12) remarked, Central has had a very weak student government ever since the old Elkhart High School split. I can't think of anything that has accomplished in the three years I've been here. According to Jill John- son (11), there are not enough class activities. The only time our student body is together happens while we are here for class. What ever happened to class picnics? Class trips? Ox Bow Park would even be exciting with 1500 people there, said Jill. Ellie Terlep (12) dis- likes the administration's double standards. She ex- plained, An announce- ment is made that there should be no one in the halls without a pass. There are, however, many stu- dents in the halls disrupting classes. She continued, If some students have to be in class, everyone should be. Because there are so many kids in the halls during classes, it isn't safe to keep anything valuable in your locker. Class size is a problem in Ken Sim's (11) opinion. He stated, When the classes are too large, it makes it hard for the teacher to get to know and work person- ally with the different stu- dents. Amy Monteith (12) thinks too much emphasis is placed on the sports pro- gram in comparison to other activities. The amount of money allocated to each individual activity also shows preference to boys' sports as compared to the girls' teams or any other activity, she said. Hung Up Kathleen White (11) commented, Central is too hung up on what you've got, not what you are. I've seen teachers fight over a talented student so they can have him in a class and use his good work as a credit to their teaching ability. Male teachers too often try to play games with well- dressed female students, and grades are helped by short skirts. I don't care what anybody says, if daddy's got money or if he's in the school system, a student is handled with kid gloves. She added, I also find little room for self-expres- sion in this place other than art courses or creative sciences. If you don't fit the common mold, you don't fit Central. The Pennant improves paper, probes student attitudes 54 The Pennant Editorial Leadership Award was given to Kathy Bock, Pennant editor, by Kenton Monjon, adviser, at the Publications Banquet in May. Under Kathy's editorship the newspaper improved by using a better and more ex- pensive quality of paper stock. Most of the issues were eight pages. Increased advertising, under Kim Lewis, helped make the paper show a prof- it for the first time in sev- eral years. Business Manager Bill Troup kept up-to-date rec- ords on advertising which also helped the paper significantly. Outstanding reporters for THE PENNANT included Nick Abbott, sports re- porter, and reporter Gene Monteith. In depth articles includ- ed the above article dis- cussing Central's strengths and weaknesses by Kathy Bock and a poll and com- mentary on the student council by Gene Monteith. Strengths Although students are quick to recognize Central's weaknesses, they are also aware of its strengths. Gina Pavoni (12) stated, Central's greatest strength is in its extracurricular ac- tivities. This year we've done a fantastic job in sports, including girls' ath- letics. Having a good sports program involves students, and student involvement is what a high school is all about. She also said, People make a school worth going to. The thing I look forward to most every morning is talking, laughing, and just plain being there with friends. Imagine how dull it would be not ever com- ing across a smile for a whole eight hours. That's what people are all about, and that's what makes a school worth remember- ing. According to Pam Clin- daniel (10), upperclassmen don't look down on the sophomores. Almost all the juniors and seniors have been very nice, she re- vealed. Not picking on kids makes them feel welcome and at ease. Friendlier Jenny Nihart (12), a former Memorial student, thinks Central students are easier to get along with. People at Memorial tend to be in cliques. I don't find this to be as true here. It's easier to be ac- cepted by people at Central because they're friendlier, she commented. Central's greatest strength, according to Kim Heiber (11), comes from the students. Without a certain number of active, quiet, loud, troublesome, and obnoxious students, a school could not survive, stated Kim. The students make the school or they break it. Sara Slaughter (11) said, The administration is usually open for any and all suggestions. Many staff members are actively in- volved with the students and the school, although it's usually the same ones. For them, teaching is more than just a job. Quite a few students appreciate having open lunch. You need one free hour to get away from all the work and hassles of school, remarked Lynne Wirt (12). I also like being able to get a release. Selection Ginnie West (11) is im- pressed with Central's broad curriculum. I moved here from a small school district and Central has a much wid- er course selection than I'd ever imagined, she ad- mitted. One student said Cen- tral's greatest strength is its principal. She confessed, I honestly believe Mr. Bias has done so much for the school. He has more personality and spirit than any other principal we've had. He gets out with the students and supports the extracurricular activities and group projects . It doesn't take him a fort- night to come to a deci- sion. He doesn't act high and mighty as if he were Joe Cool, she said. Dave McGrath (11) likes the graduation requirements because they are not some- thing anybody couldn't cope with or complete. According to Nancy Or- tell (10), the strength of the girls' sports program is important. They have a really good program going, she commented, and they've won the majority of their games and meets this year. Location Mary Sue Norris (10) favors Central's location. It's in the center of town where Memorial is out of town, she explained. Blue and white are more practical colors than red and gold. The name 'Blue Blazers' is established in Elkhart while 'Chargers' is new and people don't know it as well. Ray Bierbaum (12) ex- pressed, Central's greatest strength is the tradition that surrounds you while you're here and long after you leave. by Kathy Bock ■ LEFT—Award Winners: SEATED: Kathy Bock (Editorial Leadership), Claudette Balint (Best Business Man- ager of Annual), Anne Leach (Best Copy Writer), Kim Lewis (Best Ad- vertising), Cinthia Hossler (Outstand- ing Journalist). KNEELING: Gene Monteith and Nick Abbott (Best Annual and Pennant Reporters). ABOVE-Among those at the publications Banquet are Cin- thia Hossler. Gene Monteith, Anne Leach, Claudette Balint, Burnita Hadley, Vikki Johnson, Kim Heiber, Kim Lewis, Leslie Russo, Sue Young, Linda Gru- bert, Kathleen White, Liz Thomp- son, Jim Sharp, Ray Bierbaum, Karen Fruchey. and Vicki Moore. The Pennant 55 ABOVE—Famed poet Jackie Sween- ey speaks to English classes about many poetic aspects of life. RIGHT —Terry Rieff glances over his speech as he waits for Joyce Baskin to finish. FAR RIGHT-Kathleen White. Kim Hieber, Ginney West, and Jill John- son put on a skit in Creative Writing class. RIGHT-Jean Garman and Sue Boger can't quit clowning around as the Lolly pop Players give a puppet show to the kids from the Child Guidance Nursery School. RIGHT—Checking the big words in the dictionary, Sara Slaughter reads her literature book. 56 English Elective Students select from 57 courses Student manipulators of puppets in acting class, tombstone designers in Creative Writing, and blind- folded students in Inter- personal Communications all had one thing in com- mon. They were taking part in the second year of Language Arts phase elective program which now offers some 57 different courses. One of the new courses was Mini-Experiences in Language Arts . Students studied varied literary types and authors in depth. In Creative Writing, stu- dents visited cemetaries and then designed their own tombstone with both hu- morous and serious verse. They also edited the PEN- POINT, a literary maga- zine which appeared in May. In Interpersonal Com- munications, students were voluntarily blindfolded for 24 hours in order to develop their other senses. Poetry was greatly in- spired by the visit of Jackie Sweeney, a poet in resi- dence, who worked with varied sizes of groups and individuals. Puppet performances were given by Acting Techniques class to inter- ested groups of children in the community. The class designed the puppets and wrote an original script. In Sophomore Speech, a Johnny Carson show was produced and televised over closed circuit. Field trips also added to interest as the drama class went to Chicago to watch Marcel Marceau and learned about pantomime. Journalism students toured the Elkhart TRUTH, and 'Lovers and Losers' went to the Mental Retar- dation Institute to make students more aware of peoples' emotional and physical hang-ups. In spite of all the elec- tives offered, a great many students opted for Ad- vanced Composition and other basic traditional classes. English 57 FAR RIGHT-Coach Connie Fahey presents the Galen Wenger Outstand- ing Senior award to Melanie Morgan and Frank Beard. MIDDLE RIGHT—Elaine Hawkins and Kathy Dobson prepare their speeches for a meet. RIGHT—Proudly displaying her trophy to the audience. Elaine Hawkins receives the Outstanding Sophomore award. RIGHT-The speech team is com- posed of (standing) Tammy Hart. Melanie Morgan. Bob Yeoman. Greg Kilmer. Phil Kasa. Jeff Peat, John Peat, Jeff Lint, Dave McGrath, Randy Bellamy, Liz Thompson, Heidi Lehner. and Elaine Hawkins. Seated are: Suzy Welch. Jod. Huff, Kathy Dob- son, Ginny West. Kit Havlish, and Melissa Forbes. RIGHT CENTER-John Peat snoozes through one of brother Jeff's lively and humorous speeches. CawTMl SftiCH ABOVE-This decorated cake was only a part of the festivities at the speech team's pep session. ABOVE-Tammy Hart runs joyfully down the aisle to accept an award at a meet. 58 Speech ABOVE—Showing off speech teem trophies are Suzy Welch, Melissa Forbes, and Heidi Lehner. Speech team sends two to state All the hours spent prac- ticing finally paid off when the Central speech team sent two people to the state meet. Tammy Hart competed in poetry and Frank Beard placed third in oratorical declamation. Central's victories included second place in the sectionals. This was the last year for speech coach Connie Fahey. Miss Nancy Shlegel, who assisted Fahey, will take over for her. For the first time ever the speech team had its own pep session. Held in the cafeteria during lunch- time, it included cake for the members and an official speech team t-shirt for Mrs. Fahey. At the speech banquet, held April 21, several mem- bers received awards. Frank Beard and Melanie Morgan were co-recipients of the Galen Wenger Outstanding Senior award. Randy Bellamy was hon- ored as most improved, and Elaine Hawkins received the outstanding sophomore award. Amy Monteith and Tam- my Hart were named out- standing new National For- ensic League members. Three seniors earned letters for two years of participation. They are Frank Beard, Jeff Lint, and Melanie Morgan. Speech 59 RIGHT-Russian Secret Service agent Richard Timms accuses Jeff CeaJka of spying in Don't Drink the Water . FAR RIGHT-Jeff Cealka and Amy Monteith discuss their predicament m Don't Drink the Water . BE LOW-Award winners at the Thespian banquet were Rick Stoud- er, Karen Weaver, Jeff Lint, Jon Whitney, director Ann McDougalt, Denny Krauser, and Amy Monteith. Montietli.l int host i l ia these was Hansel and Gretel , which performed for local elementary schools. Woody Allen's comedy Don't Drink the Water had the audience rolling in the aisles. A pizza party preceded the final performance. The highlights of the drama festival was the showing of Star Trek , a movie made totally by students. Other enter- tainment included cuttings from plays. The following night. Ham and Cheese, the talent show, was given. Best actress of the year award went to Amy Monteith and Best actor to Jeff Lint at the Thespian banquet, held May Jon Whitney was honored for his lighting design. Best Thespian was Karen Weaver, Best technician was Rick Stoud- er, and best musical theater contribution was Denny Krauser. The biggest Thespian production was The Music Man , but Thespians were active in many other projects. One of 60 Thespians LEFT Hansel and Gretel (John Horned and Callie Caton) try to think of ways to find food to appease ABOVE After having a bomb come through the window, Jeff Cealke. Amy Monteith, and John Horned huddle behind the couch. LEFT-Pantomimist Claude Kipnis performs for interested students from area high schools. Thespians 61 Kites, carols, calculators contribute to enjoyment of mathematics Kites, carols and enthu- siasm all contributed to the success of Central's math department. Teachers and students, alike, seemed to feel a good atmosphere surrounding the depart- ment, as students found an opportunity to expand their knowledge in a number of areas. 62 Mathematics Apart from the regular courses offered such as Al- gebra II, Geometry, Trig- algebra, and Calculus, oth- er ideas and fields were touched upon by many of the students. In Mr. Kevin Smith's geometry classes, kites were constructed and flown, ne- cessitating certain amounts of knowledge in the areas of physics and aerodynamics, as well as geometry. Other students of Mr. Smith's tried a change of pace with engineering and surveying projects. Mr. Smith explained that projects such as these appeal especially to those students who have trouble hacking rigid math problems. He said that math makes students learn how to think, not what to think and, There's more to it than getting the answer to a problem; you have to be- come analytical, and learn to pick out important points. There were also strictly fun times. At Christmas, third and fifth hour Calcu- lus classes sang their num- bers as they joined in a day of Calculus carols . Although teachers said there were adequate mate- rials and funds, they felt there could always be more. Some of the things they felt might be purchased in the future were more calcu- lators and a computer ter- minal. The terminal would fit in well with a new com- puter math course now in the planning. LEFT-Brian Moore, Dennis Swartz, and Ansis Rositis listen intently as Mr. Dave Vollmar explains algebra equations. BELOW-Louis Toth diagrams an equation on the overhead projector as he works an algebra problem for those in his class. FAR LEFT—Craig Mason ponders his math work as he confers with Janice Greenwood on a particularly difficult problem. 63 Mathematics RIGHT—Dave Carr gets ready for a chemical reaction as he pours liquid from a flask into an extra long test tube. BELOW-Seniors John Bowen and Dan Kramer watch the river flow as they gather water samples for a bi- ology pollution test. Although no monumental breakthroughs were made and no Nobel prizes were earned, science students made many significant discoveries for themselves 64 Science ABOVE LEFT-One of the things physics taught students was the properties of various energies. Brett Clementz and Tony Ferro measure the refraction of light. ABOVE RIGHT—Tammy Nolan and Sue Battjes observe Melanie Lee heating a chemical concoction. LEFT—Chicks find their places in the pecking order of chickens, as Ann Fara, Jill Johnson, Ellen Chap- pell and Deb Fleisher watch. Among projects and ex- periments worked on were those concerning effects of hormones, plant growth, chemical reactions, and wa- ter analysis. Some of Mr. Lynn Gar- rard's first year biologists spent time investigating hospital related careers, to become more informed a- bout jobs open to them. Students made taped in- terviews of employees in about thirty areas of work at Elkhart General Hospital. Students found out facts that were unimpor- tant but interesting, as well as things which were of importance to them in their career study. For instance, they learned that the hospi- tal irony an average of 450 sheets an hour. Seniors Dan Kramer and John Bowen, aware of the dirty water plaguing mod- ern civilization, decided to see just how contaminated the Elkhart River was. By extracting and analyzing water samples, they found the level of pollution to be less than the previous year. Other experiments were also made in biology classes. Effects of various hor- mones on male and female chickens and mice were areas of concern for these classes. Daily observations of the animals enabled class members to understand the characteristics of both social and physical development of animals. The same classes also grew many types of plants, experimenting with plant growth substances. Chemistry was not as basic as just learning prop- erties and uses of substances. This course gave interested students a background for logical thinking and pro- blem solving. With an enrollment of about 90, classes dealt with gas law equation balancing, and in qualitative analysis class, the analyzing of the presence of various metals. Students in aerodynam- ics classes weren't all out to become pilots. Many were just interested in learn- ing about an important and common means of travel. They covered airplane con- struction, wind factors, and touched on physics as it applies to the requirements of objects for flight. The first pure unified science class graduated, these seniors the first to complete the three year course of combined biolo- gy, physics and chemistry. While teachers said they wished more students would stay in science through their senior years, they felt unified science was working very well. Science 65 Colorful paper mache pinatos Mexican tacos, Ocktoberfest, tough soccer games, French stories help enliven foreign language RIGHT—Cindy Chaffee displays a lion pinata she made in Spanish. Class projects added much to foreign language. BELOW-With instruction from Mr. Herbert Hajicek, Patricia Booz trans- lates a sentence into Latin while Marty Rueff observes. BOTTOM—A self-cooked Spanish meal is enjoyed by Brenda Eisenbeiss, Joyce Ledbetter, Mark Mossey, Mrs. Diane Shelton and Carrie Newcomer. Pinatas, tacos, French stories, soccer and German meals were a few of the things students found en- joyable in foreign language. The department tried to bring the program to the attention of the rest of the student body. Too few people, the teachers felt, saw foreign language as an active group, important to social educa- tion. This was worked for through several activities, displays, and projects. Some of the Spanish classes made Mexican pina- tas, colorful paper figures filled with candy. Other classes tried their skill at making tacos, and some visited the Mexican res- taurant, El Toro for a Mexican meal. First hour German class had, on two occasions, a traditional German break- fast in the cafeteria. In warmer weather the German students played soccer games to learn a little more about the sports aspect of European culture. They sometimes competed against the Spanish and French classes. (See bottom pictures). Continuing to have a good enrollment, French students gained a broader understanding of the world around them through dic- tation and the reading of French writings such as The Little Prince . Em- phasis was placed on oral and written reports. Latin refused to become a dead language at Central, as twenty-one students learned the basis of many of our modern languages through the reading, writ- ing, and speaking of this ancient tongue. Materials and money have been problems in the past for several departments, and this still seems to be the case in foreign language. Although it was possible to carry out regular foreign language activities, teachers felt there were too few supplies. They pointed out that while newer materials could have further enhanced the program, there were not adequate funds with which to purchase them. LEFT -Spanish projects are held by Liz Thompson (God's eye), Nancy Meteiver (gaucho pants), and Lori Christner (flamencodoll). ABOVE-Mr. Adam Bossnac 's first hour German class enjoy a game of soccer on a spring day. Foreign Language 67 RIGHT —Carrie Edlund finds the newer typewriters easier to use and less time consuming. FAR RIGHT—Concentration is the key to typing, finds Vonnie Moore as she pays close attention to her assignment. ABOVE—Holding her head in con- fusion, Patty Miller tries to under- stand the directions given to her by Ms. Sherrie Watson. ABOVE—Mr. Max Bell's typing class RIGHT—Terry White tries his hand is all keyed up as they practice at the adding machine, their typing skills. 68 Business RIGHT-Ms. Sherrie Watson's typing class practice dili- gently to sharpen their skills. BELOW-Sleeves rolled back and ready to work, Kath- leen White studies her workbook as Mary Trackelo laughingly proceeds to type. Business departments are usually thought of as mun- dane and lacking in interest, but ECHS business depart- ment has been trying to do something about this. By varying the curriculum and having guest speakers, classes have become less tedious for many students. For instance, advanced shorthand students got on the job training by helping faculty members. Doing normal secretarial work, they assisted their assigned teach- ers whenever needed. Business Management and Business World set up a stock market. In this pro- gram students bought and sold shares of stock, using stock quotations from the newspaper. Mock trials were con- ducted in Business Law class. These took at least one week of planning and research, and then another week for the actual trial. The first trial dealt with a malpractice suit in which an injured worker claimed the doctor had cut a nerve during surgery, leaving him unable to walk. The jury awarded the worker $10,000. Mark Kleppinger had several speakers come in to talk to his classes. Bill Robinson, from the Elkhart Police Department spoke to both Business Law and Business World. Banking was the topic of Geer Dunbar, of the St. Joseph Valley Bank. Both sides of Labor un- ions were covered, with Jim Kurtz from the United Auto Workers and Bob Zeek from Miles as spokes- men. Business 69 Young men and women are involved in Home Ec. projects ranging from sewing for service center to outdoor bar-be-ques, and nutrition workshops TOP—Enjoying the fine cuisine of soul food (spare ribs, greens, and cornbread) are Mr. Martin, Rose Oliver, Dieter Miller, Mai Phillips, and Ann Robinson. ABOVE-Proving that girls can manage even in the wilderness are Tammy Yoder, Darlene Holt, Kar- leen Johnson, Mindy Carpenter, and Kathi Gluck. TOP RIGHT-Product surveys are being taken for Consumer Ed class by Mike Johnson and Rhonda Rent- frow. RIGHT-Tammy Yoder, Malia Hough, and Kathi Gluck teach pre- schoolers numbers and the alpha- bet. 70 Home Ec Home Economics is no longer thought of as a field of study for the weaker sex . Every Home Ec course was graced with both sexes, even sewing. Marilyn Moore's sewing classes sewed their own gar- ment projects as well as children's clothes for the Elkhart Community Service Center to distribute to need- y families. Advanced classes re- searched commercial and professional sewing. Susan Broadbent and Florence Haines, professional seam- stresses, talked to classes. Karen Klarecki's Foods I class studied different table settings, measurements, and the basic four food groups. Foods II studied outdoor cooking, learning how to build and cook over open fires. Several BBQ'swere held out of school to give students a chance to use their skills. Advanced Foods class experimented with regional and foreign cooking. Stu- dents demonstrated these recipes for classmates. Metrification was taught where students changed cups and tablespoons to metric equivalents. Ms. Vickie Huffman's Foods I class held a Nutri- tion workshop for first graders from Rice School. The children were taught the basic four food groups and good nutrition. The Rice students then cooked a simple meal using what they had learned about healthy eating habits. Contemporary Families class talked about the his- tory of families stemming back to the stone age. Different cultures and societies, including com- munes and kibbutz's were discussed. Ms. Kathy Price spoke about Amish customs and religion. During the unit on home nursing, students were re- quired to give first aid demonstrations in front of the class. Experience in family sit- uations was obtained when a mock campout was held in American Park. They were required to pitch a tent, build a fire, and cook out- side. This experiment was to teach cooperation with- in the family. The purpose of our class is to make people better consumers, said Ms. Klarecki of her Consumer Education Class. Field trips to St. Joe Valley Bank, Pete Fall Ford, and Wilts were taken to teach the Consumer Ed stu- dents to shop wisely. Teaching was the key word in Child Guidance class. Preschoolers were brought in by their parents and taught the basics- counting, the alphabet, art and science. ABOVE-Zippers, seams, sleeves, and collars are just a few of the ele- ments Bev Williams, Peggy Lovely, and Patty Carl must know to finish their garments. LEFT-Peggy Lovely hurries to finish a semester project in Ms. Moore's sewing class. Home Ec 71 ABOVE-Planning an architectural design in drafting class, is sophomore Mike Jackson. RIGHT -Greasy hands result as Dave Snowden tinkers with a car engine in shop class. FAR RIGHT—In Graphic Arts class Jeff Wagoner checks a negative he just developed. 72 Industrial Arts • .Ikk • I11 Four girls select Industrial Arts We need more girls, said David Jester of his woods classes. An all time school record was set as four girls went in- to industrial arts. They were Jean Farrell, Su Moore, Deb Fleigher, and Kim Brown. At the beginning of the year, Mr. Jester's class learned the basic skills of wood working. Required starting projects included a tape cartridge box and a stool. Both of these projects utilized the skills they were taught. Mr. Jester's drafting class learned how to draft di- mensions, sections, and later went into pictorial drawing. Their first project was to design a package that had threads and fasteners. Later, they designed the floorplan of a house. Ron Geyer's drafting and design class studied the techniques used in ancient architectural structures and designed blueprints for houses. Students in printing class learned how to run differ- ent equipment and printed materials for the school such as play programs, concert tickets, posters, etc. Putting things together in the right place, is what Richard Litwiller says metal shop is all about. Metal shop students com- pleted many projects such as machine clamps, tool boxes, BBQ grills, and mod- el plane engines. In Ray Gwynn's auto shop class, the students completely rebuilt auto- mobile engines, and learned the latest techniques in re- pairing engines. Aside from the normal classroom activities, the auto shop class worked on Central student's and faculty cars, for no labor charge. Industrial Arts 73 s� ? BELOW-Marlon McCain, Dave Me ith, and art teacher Rod Leichty pencil sketches along with other students. RIGHT -Carefully throwing a clay pot on the potter's wheel is Jan Gardener. RIGHT-Art students display their works in the May art show where they were able to sell their objects. Artistic talent used to earn money in art sales show; summer work in converted factory yields rewards 74 Art For the first time, stu- dents were able to use their talents in art to make some money for themselves and for the school. The art department held an art show in May, in the student center. Anyone was eligible to enter. The art department supplied part of the materials for the stu- dents in art class, and kept 25% of every dollar earned. There were paintings, pottery, sculptures, draw- ings, and many other fields of artwork entered includ- ing small handwork, such as macrame. Many people were present and did their share by buying some of the beautiful items on display. The total amount taken in was about $230.00. Out of that $56.00 went to the school. Jean Farrell had her nose into the art department; as a matter of fact, she had her whole face into it. In Rod Leichty'sart class the'students were working with plaster. For fifteen minutes Jean Farrell lay patiently waiting for her face to dry. Plaster had been spread all over her face, on top of a layer of Vaseline, hoping to achieve a face mold. The final outcome, was an im- pressive replica of the real McCoy . In February, Central en- tered an art contest spon- sored by Robertsons of South Bend. All of the 36 entries from Central re- ceived honorable mentions, and Gold Key (first place awards) were won by Paul Szbody, Mary Mclntire, and Jim Piety. Some award credits and waivers were LEFT— Hold still. says Dee Dee Bontrager. as she and Leslie Linton plaster Jean Farrell's face in art class. BELOW-An educational tour turns into a picture taking free-for-all for Bill Bohinc. also given. Some of the Advanced Art students, working with Rod Leichty and William Logan, were busy this summer. They rented a factory for summer work. The students worked with community design on planning parks and play- grounds, and in industrial design, in contracting large office buildings. Statues will enter into the picture as the students work on statues and monu- ments for the city. Art 75 persistence works for Sectional Champs Cantrell, Massey are track MVP’s Intervals, repeats, sprints, and weight lifting were all part of the trackmen's ac- tivities. With the indoor season getting under way in Feb- ruary, Coach Marshall Sell- ers had the team practicing in December. One of the highlights of the indoor sea- son was a team victory in the Notre Dame Invitation- al. When better weather ar- rived, the Blazers were ready for a tough dual meet sche- dule. Losing only to Memo- rial, the track team finished second in the NIC. FAR RIGHT—Four of Central's top distance runners-Roger Zehr, Ben Paolillo, Bill Eastman, and Joe Bow en are out in front in the mile race. A80VE RIGHT—Straining to get every part of his body over the bar is Chuck Babcock. He holds the new record of 6'2 . RIGHT-Jim See crosses the finish line in first place for the junior varsity 100-yard dash. in the NIC. The Blazers placed third in the Goshen Relays, sec- ond in the Kokomo Re- lays, first in the Charger In- vitational, and were sec- tional champs. Distance men Ben Pao- lillo and Mark Harris, along with sprinters Ken Cantrell and Alison Phillips, repre- sented Central in the state track meet. Cantrell was named the most valuable runner and Mark Mossey was chosen as the best in field events. 76 Track LEFT —Ben Paolillo and Chris Kolb make the final turn in the 880 at Rice Field. BE LOW-One lap to go for miler Mark Harris. Mark ran in the state meet for the Blazers, one of four participants. ABOVE—Paul Ogren hands the bat- on to anchor-man Kenny Cantrell in the mile relay. LEFT—Hours of practice proved helpful to Kirby Elliott as he clears the bar in the pole vault. Track 77 ABOVE-Band: FIRST ROW: Ka- thy Bock, Sally Kurtz, Diane Dovey, Karen Pickett. Elizabeth Hruby, Lin- da Eber, Gail Smeltzer, Sue Wessel- hoft, Patti Kilbert, Nanvy Ortell, Karen Virgil, Sheryl Springer. ROW 2: Kim Kmpfel, Leslie Knipfel, Jim Erwin, Linda Coss, Sean Boyer, Suzie Welch, Becky Habbeggar, Tere- sa Wakeman, Heidi Schenk, Cindy Herron, Stephanie Boyer, Sharon Rodkey, Vickie Kreps, Cindy John- son, Connie Alvey. Mary Sue Norris, Jody Chism, Judy Paul, Mary Cleave- land. ROW 2VS: Teri Douglas, Mel Tabor, Deb Snyder. Cathy Lamb. Kathy Holloway. ROW 3: Mary Martin, Cindy Weed, Rhonda Mc- Killan, Rhonda Schrock, Pam Fann. Roger Zehr, Joe Spencer, Mike Der- renberger, Mike Owens, Greg Kil- mer, Steve Pletcher, Lars Andersen, Dave Funk, Brent Eash, Mike Fin, Dave Gravender, Brian Cavitt, Brenda Ray, Steve Super, Deb Heinhuis, Moreen Young, Donna Simmie, Julie Stumpe, Kim Lovan. ROW 4: Bruce Mann, Kurt Mast. Jim Gosling, Danny Pletcher, Mike Adams, John Lerner, Mary Wetzel, Don Crow- der, Randy Lint, Teri House, Ron Perron, Dave Snyder. Mick Weldy, Marc Yesberger. Tod Lovan, Mike McKinney, Dave Carr, Ron White. STANDING: Don Miller, Kip Lovan, Brad Billings, Ray Collins, Larry Reser. RIGHT—Jerry Felmlee rehearses for Etude '75 with the orchestra. Felm- lee is the principal flutist in the Cologne Chamber Orchestra. TOP RIGHT—Blazerettes: FIRST ROW: Ellen Custer, Sue Wesselhoft, Sue Geiger, Linda Grubert, Debbie Heinhuis. Janice Groves. BACK ROW: Lori Ashe, Mary Ann Gouker, Cindy Johnson, Elizabeth Rody, Brenda Eisenbeiss, Cheryl Scott. ABSENT: Diane Thorne. BOTTOM RIGHT-The Marching Blue Blazer Band performs during halftime under the bright lights of Elkhart's Rice Field. RIGHT—Orchestra: FIRST ROW: Karen Weaver, Melanie Morgan, Judy Bixler, Connie Weaver, Lynnee Walt- ers, Liz Cone. Monica Baldwin, Dore- tta McDowell. ROW 2: Chris Garver, Sally Farmer, Laurie Delks, Denise Paolillo, Deb Snyder, Mel Tabor, Jim Erwin, Kathy Bock, Karen Pickett, Liz Hruby, Pam Kilbert, Bruce Mil- ler, Denny Swartzell, Kent Weaver, Kevin Kauffman. ROW 3: Yvonne Whisler, Chuck Wilson, Cindy Clipp, Patty Burns, Deb Frey, Anne Arm- strong, Sue Geiger, Cindy Herron, Sharon Rodkey, Vickie Kreps, Cindy Johnson, Connie Alvey. Teresa Wakeman, Becky Habeggar, Suzie Welch. Sean Boyer, Linda Coss, Mina Froutzis, Su Moore. Julie Doug- las, Becky Wade. ROW 4: Julie Hertzler, Sue Mark, Cheryl Scott, Florence Seabolt. Teresa Stoffer. Teri Brown, Bryan Cavitt. Sarah Cooke, Greg Kilmer, Mike Derren- berger. Joe Spenser, Roger Zerh, Ron White, Dave Carr, Todd Lovan, Don Crowder, Nina Hurdwjy, Sam Sirko, Jill Johnson, Diana Benett. ROW 5: Vicki Moore, Sue Peterman, Deb Wright, Jeff Lint. Kathy Batt- jes, Jim Gosling, Ray Collins, Bruce Mann, Bill Hargrove. Carl Shina- barger, Wes Wade, Randy Bellamy, Chris Parrish, Steve Hiles, Tom Stev- ens. 78 Band Orchestra Clark Terry returns for concert; Jerry Felmlee solos in Etude ’75 A return performance by Clark Terry, music written by an 8th grade student, senior soloists perform—all these highlighted instru- mental music. Tops-n-Pops opened bringing Clark Terry on trumpet and flugle horn. Colonel Dave Hapham, di- rector of the USMC band, was surprise guest con- ductor. With Etude 75 came flutist Jerry Felmlee. The highlight of the evening was Poem for Flute and Orchestra written by 8th grader Bobby Spano. The Jazz Band concert saw soloist Dennis Bamder. Bamder performed on sax with the band. Also fea- tured was a sax ensemble. Spring brought in Opus 75 and Sounds of Spring. Both concerts featured se- nior soloists. The band and orchestra decided to end the year with a park concert. The students gathered for a picnic supper to be fol- lowed by the concert. then a dance. However, just as supper was over it started to rain. The year ended with a little dancing, some teeter-tottering, and a little frisbee throwing. BELOW LEFT-The ever Mischie- vous bass section gets down to some unusually serious rehearsal. BELOW—Don Crowder takes a breather after trying to manipulate his tuba while marching. Band Orchestra 79 BOTTOM—Combined Choirs: Row 1: Julie Gentry, Stephanie Mischke, Brigette Bickert, Kris Schwerha, Stacey LeVan, Kathy Dobson, Amy Monteith, Brenda Eisenbeiss, Patty Chilcote. Marla Christner, Becky Nussbaum, Gina Pavoni, Janet Gray, Carrie Edlund, Alice Bowers. Jody Huff, Salli Farmer, Joy Parsons' Nancy Berry, Carrie Galbreath, Barb Dorris, Nancy Buenzli, Jane Gosling, Julie App, Callie Caton. Row 2: Sheryl Green, Elaine Hawkins, Kathy O'Neill, Joyce Simpson, Karen Wea- ver, Gary Fann, Randy Workman, Stan LaShott, Tim Estes, Gene Monteith, Fred Blaisdell, Brian Swar- tzell, Denny Krauser. Scott Corner, Mike Comer. Kevin Rick, Kent Klopfenstein, Mike Cripe, Ron Com- mons, Rob Powers, Chris Perron, Vince Kelly, Burnita Hadley, Leslie Wells. Liz Thompson, Brenda Comer. Row 3: Diane Thorn. Peggy Miller. Cindy Moore, Kim Heiber, Steve Comer, Greg Mclntire, Mark Estep, Don Willey. Russ Loxterman, Jeff Dinehart, John Peat, Steve Hender- son, Alex Nagy, Paul Ashley, Mike Nischke, John Alpanalp, Mike May, Ann Spaulding, Elizabeth Rody, Kathy Packer, Claire Ewart, Brenda Aenis, Carolyn Estes, Laurie Christ- ner. Row 4: Melissa Forbes, Jesse Beard, Jay Rice. Roy Johnson, Greg Stone, Jim Bair, Tim Brantly. Matt Kidder, Jon Whitney, Denny Swart- zell, Phil Yoder, Cliff Walker, Al Downs, Jeff Peat, Rick Timms, Jerry VanDam, Bill Moore, Greg Ferro, Mike Wood, Mark Trotter, Linda Stone, Deb Berkey, Diana Hout, Patti Mullinax, Sue South, Ann Rody, Erin Powers. Row 5: Judy Hapner. Ginny West, Pam Cuppy, Laurie Duncsn, Mary Halsey, Paula Martin, Teresa Grubb, Judy Grims- ley, Debbie Cook, Mary Ann Nolan, Deb Linton. Cathy Harris, Sheryl Alan, Jean Garman, Michelle Ihnken, Beth Lange. Janet Stephenson, Deb Lipp, Lisa Higgins, Amy Nye, Ann Grieb, Jane Seevers, Evelyn Howard, Hiroko Sakuri, Patti Mapes. Julia Wolf, Kathy Frazier. Row 6: Bren- da Sanders, Janet Reebsal, Tami Ball, Sheryl Emerson, Sue Davis, Laura Cassleman, Sherrie Wright, Paula Whiteaker, Stephanie Tomlin- son, Cindy Wood. Karen Peterman, Joy Bray, Andrea Alan, Charisse House, Sondra Erving, Sheila Mayes, Diane Randall. Janette Young, Cin- dy Stoner, Carol Addington, Mara Rozitis, Roberta Mclntire, Denise Hanover, Pam Carl, Jenny Konecney. Gowdy t was a concert Dm only i it was On December 19 the Elkhart community was shocked and saddened by the untimely dgath of William L. uuwuy. na j was Mr. Vodn Music t$. Elkhart for more than- 30 years. Mr. Gowdy enjoyed a close rapport with his students. if to carried this to the point of throwing what could be considered insults at his students. Those who studied un- der him a short time did HmiRderstand his meth- ods. However, as they came to know him, they came to understand him. He wal a master with great love for humor. Often 1 would stop rehearsal for Or to remark on the the choir sung with ike, That had as much snap as one King Tut's rubber bands! Qjft dv way.r? Hewas entnus are usi- dedicated. He respect by knew him because respect to and tack I job with picked-up hearted c to build o had left, lot. The Ch was a stan performa began left a hi to be fil months Mr. Gowd' left a huge holt filled. After two nths of searching the School system found someone capable of filling this hole. This person was one Mr. Den- Vocal festival of the 4 junior nior high cf traditional 7 school fe tivai was coming up. In March the Ce and Memorial choir nis Phi Mr. Phipps came in Sing praises to give a Requiem in mem- ory of William Gowdy. In April was the annual spring concert. The theme was 'Sing Praises'. The per- formance was that of a choir desperate to be re- membered as the last di- rected by a genuinely great human being. Pops once said that after all the sweat and tears he'd like to be able to once just sit back and listen to the product. BE LOW-By his expression whatever it is new director Mr. Phipps hears it must be good. TOP LEFT-Shades: ROW 1: Karen Weaver, Amy Monteith, Carrie Ed- lund, Jane Gosling, Kathy Dobson. Nancy Berry, Kris Schwerha, Patti Chilcote, Gina Pavoni, ROW 2: Rick Timms, Denny Swartzell, Denny Krauser. Jon Duncan, Paul Ashley, Greg Ferro, Jeff Dinehart, and Brian Swartzell. ABOVE -Many choir students par ticipated in the vocal marathon that was held to raise money for the William L. Gowdy memorial scholar- ship fund. LEFT -The late Mr. William Gowdy poses for a dude shot during a field trip to Canada. ABOVE LEFT-11 is obvious by the grins on their faces that Mrs. Jane Flora; accompanist, and John Peat think choir is a pretty nice place to be. Choir 81 RIGHT-Senior Burnita Hadley winds up at McNaughton Park. 'V BELOW RIGHT- Softball Team: FRONT ROW Judy Weaver, Shar leen Dickerhoff. Rose Oliver, Sue Arko. ROW 2: Delois Reaves, Mich- elle Albright, Sandra Hooker, Soma Guy, Rhonda Rentfrow. MISSING: Shirley Chapman, Amy Eppers, Bur- nita Hadley, Vikki Johnson, Vicki Moore, Sue Neal, Mary Pelton, Elise Pfaff, Marty Phillips, Cindy Reed. Anita Rembert, Kathy Scott. Laura Vilmure. ’ r BE LOW-Tennis Team FRONT ROW: Ann Armstrong, Sara Slaugh- ter, Kathy Rolfsen. Mary Jo Eakle, Dee Dee Bontrager, Anita Krauklis, Lisa Bowman, Mara Rozitis, Cathy Fuller.Cami Huth. ROW 2: Mary Treckelo, Erin McNeile, Nancy Ber- ry, Connie Mellish, Pam Glazer, Mary Cleaveland, Leslie Blenner, Barb Hayes, Beth Lange, Diane Lorenz. Juli Douglas, Laura Wiercio- ch, Suzy Welch. t ■ Its Netters capture three trophies; Softball team improves record Although Coach Karleen Bartlett welcomed only four returning letter winners, the tennis team posted a 10-3 season record and captured three team championships. Led by the top four doubles players from the 1974 squad, the netters won the Logansport Doubles Invitational. The team also retained its championship titles by wining the Elkhart Central Invitational and the Sec- tional for the second straight year. Under the new sponsor- ship of the IHSAA, the Sectional and Regional tournaments were held at Central. I a Dee Dee Bontrager and Mary Jo Eakle won the Sectional Doubles Crown for the second time. They went on to share runners-up honors at the Regional but were defeated in their opening match at State. Growth was evident not only in the number of players on the softball team, but in the number of victories. Under the leadership of first year coach Charla Presser, the 22-member squad finished the season with a 3-6 record as com- pared to a 1-7 showing in 1974. FAR LEFT—Kathy Rolfsen com- pletes an overhead volley. LEFT SERIES-Mary Jo Eakle readies for a smash while MVP Dee Dee Bontrager returns a serve. Dee Dee and Mary Jo teamed to win the doubles competition at the Elkhart Sectional. BELOW Concentrating on the pitch is Rose Oliver. BOTTOM-Senior MVP Cindy Reed whacks a base hit. FAR RIGHT-Spring fever erupts bringing out buds on the trees and people on the lawn. RIGHT-Nancy Schlegel dresses up her room with large spring flowers and a butterfly. ABOVE—Readying for the throw is Ed Prange as he practices his frisbee throwing. RIGHT—Cuddling a warm bunny, Jeri Hart's thoughts turn to spring and sunshine. FAR RIGHT—Lorraine Mclntire relaxes in the sun amidst the flowering dogwoods. 84 Spring Fever 'Journal' became a familiar word to many students as teachers began making them required projects. Theone below, contrived by the staff reflects the hurried wave of mixed feelings that result during spring. March 17—1 wonder if Mom and Dad will let me go to Florida with my friends? The sun, the surf— I've got to get a tan. No one will ask me to the prom looking like a bleached out sheet. March 24—Yahoo! Florida here I come. I can't wait to see that huge shining beach. April 7—Yuck, school. I haven't even unpacked and my beautiful tan is peel- ing. How can I expect any- one to take me to the prom. April 17—It's really spring now. The sun is bright and warm. The trees are bud- ding and people are spending their noons on the lawn. Maybe I'll go out to lunch. April 25—He asked me, he asked me, he asked me! The Prom, oh my gosh, I don't have a dress. May 12—The prom was great along with the dunes the next morning. May 19-Only three weeks until the end of school. That's 15 days, 75 hours, 4,500 minutes, 270,000 seconds—too long. Oh, for summer! Spring 85 RIGHT-Second only to an eventual state winner, Lynne Wirt battles Sectional opponents in the 100 yard dash. FAR RIGHT-Former teacher and coach Mary Kendall presents the first girls' all-sports trophy to Principal A! Bias. BELOW-With a look of determina- tion. Marcia Mackey paces herself to a fourth place Sectional finish in the mile run. BELOW RIGHT-Following a hand- off with Kathy Bock, Nancy Bissell races on to set a Sectional record in the 880 relay. Half mile relays win at district; sports trophy goes to Central Experience was a key factor contributing to the success of Coach Frances Brown's track squad. With no graduation losses, the team welcomed ten re- turning letterwomen and several outstanding sopho- mores who led the Blazers to a 7-4 dual meet record. Owning eight of thirteen city records. Central high- lighted its season with a 55 50 victory over Memorial. The team also captured the Sectional runner-up title behind a powerful Wawasee squad. High points of Sectional competition were the first GAA Track 87 place finishes of both half mile relay teams. The 880 relay quartet of Lynne Wirt, Pam Gravender, Kathy Bock, and Nancy Bissell broke Central's own meet record set in 1974 while the 880 medley relay of Gravender, Gay McMani- mie, Charissa Barnes, and Bissell also set a new Sec- tional standard. Although the 880 relay went on to place first in record time at the Regional, it was subsequently dis- qualified for the illegal substitution of Barnes in place of Bock who was ill. The 880 medley four- BOTTOM-Most Valuable Players: Sue Boger (Swimming), Donna Mills (Field Events), Lynne Wirt (Track). Nancy Bissell (Outstanding Participant), Dee Dee Bontrager (Tennis), Barb Kauffman, (Volley- ball Co-recipient), Marie Lidy (Bad- minton), Cindy Reed (Volleyball Co-recipient, Basketball, Softball). BE LOW-Track Team: FRONT ROW: Erin Powers, Sherri Hostet ler, Mary Jo Nye, Donna Simmie, Deb Riggle, Jodi Huff, Ann Bissell, Roxanne Sutphin, Heidi Schenk. ROW 2: Coach Frances Brown, Barb Dorris, Jane Seevers. Becci Field. Charissa Barnes. Pam Graven- der, Nancy Bissell, Lynne Wirt. Kathy Bock, Marcia Mackey, Gay McMammie, Kathy O'Neill. Donna Mills, Mary Dibley. some, however, managed to take second at the Re- gional and seventh at the State meet. On May 20, 132 girls were honored at the annual all-sports banquet. Nancy Bissell received the first B F Realty swimming scholarship and was named the Outstanding Sports Participant. The evening was capped with the presentation of the Mary E. Kendall All- Sports Trophy which will be awarded each year to the overall winner between Central and Memorial. LEFT-Although she appears to be directing taffic. Deb Riggle strains to improve her jump. mm m mi 7n S KHiCZS) GS7 KHHagSD G57CT3 S3 20 1975 PENNANT ANNUAL STAFF- Kenton Monjon, adviser; Kathi Gluck, academics; Kim Lewis, photographer; Kathy Bock, girls sports; Nick Abbott, sports and faculty. Gene Monteith, academics, Cindy Hossler, editor-in-chief, Karen Fruchey and Vicki Moore, senior class editors, Susan Young and Leslie Russo, junior and sopho- more class editors, Linda Grubert, photographer. Not pictured is Cindy Braniff, ads. 88 Yearbook ‘Good Times’ rainbow stretches from Elkhart to Los Angeles Beverly Hills and movie stars homes. Uni- versal Studios in Hollywood, and Disneyland were added to Pennant Annual's experience as the editor and adviser attended the NSPA convention in Los Angeles. Cinthia Hossler, editor of the '74 Pennant Annual, received the Five Star All American Award from the National Scholastic Press Association at the Marriott Hotel in Los Angeles, California. Cinthia's transportation to California was paid for by NSPA. The '74 annual also received a Medalist with All Columbian Honors in Design, Creativ- ity, and Typography. While annual staffers were delighted with last year's results, they decided much more could be done with reporting, content, cover- age, and creativity. Extra effort was given to careful research and reporting. Copy was written, re-written, and re-written and finally submitted to first the editor and then the adviser only to be re- written again. To capture the nostalgia effect for the theme, modernized art deco design was created, simulating the depression style of the late 20's and early 30's. This was used primarily in academics and album. Staffers examined the effective designs of magazines, record albums, post cards, posters, books, and even T.V. commercials to get ideas for layout and design. The idea of the girl with the butterfly wings, for example, came from 7 Up's 'See the Light' commercial. Besides the hard work and drudgery, the challenge of creativity made working on the annual an exciting opportunity for growth and self expression. Yearbook 89 First combined MHS—Central prom is sparsely decorated but lively Where are the decora- tions? was a question asked by many who at- tended the Central-Memo- rial combined prom at Concord Mall. Despite sparse decora- tions, most of the 300 couples found themselves caught up in the mood of the Stairway to Heaven theme. From 9:30 to 12:30 on May 17, prom-goers danced to the sound of Coal Kitch- en, a funky group from Chicago. The first combined prom was decided on after a sur- vey was taken of all ju- niors and seniors, in Feb- ruary. Both schools voted about three to one in favor of combining the prom with the idea of having extra money for decora- tions and refreshments. After the prom, most Central couples headed for the Electric Circuit for the breakfast where they were entertained by Tangerine. The breakfast was spon- sored by the parents of seniors and a donation was taken at the door. Tux and gowns gave way to swim suits as most prom goers headed for the Warren Dunes State Park. Late arrivals had to wait in line for almost an hour before collapsing on the beach. On the following Monday sunburned prom-goers man- aged to drag their tired bodies through their sched- ule of classes. ABOVE-Chris Stevens and date Lora McGrath share their prom evening with Gene Monteith and Jennifer Neilson. ABOVE-Prom couples are Brian Moore and Liz Rody, Ben Pfaff and Sue Young, Mike Johnson and Charisse Barnes, Nancy Buenzli and Jerry VanDam, Anita Rembert and Don Taylor, Susan Mart and Rik Reynolds. 90 Prom Prom 91 9 Rain forces commencement indoors at Northside Rice Field was decorated with blue and white await- ing the graduating seniors. But all day the forecast had predicted a 50-75 percent chance of rain. And then it happened. At six o'clock Thursday evening, rain poured from the skies. By 6:30 the de- cision was made to move the exercises to Northside. Three maintenance crews went into action, stretching canvas across the gym floor, setting up chairs and choir risers as well as moving potted geraniums and flags into place. Central graduates and their families arriving at ECHS were waved on to Northside where the cere- monies were delayed only one half hour. The program went off without a hitch and Al Bias, principal, commented, Maybe we don't even need rehearsals any more. Parents and friends of graduates were pleased that Central's audience was not milling around, snapping pictures, and creating the confusion as had occurred at Memorial's graduation the night before. Elkhart's National Merit Scholarship recipient Jeff Lint, and speech team win- ner Frank Beard were senior speakers. ABOVE-The class of 75 boasted six sets of graduating twins. They are (the first twin seated, the other standing directly behind) Kathy and Karen Garl, Kathy and Kim Lewis, Donna and Tom Mills; Amy and Gene Monteith; Agnes and Mary Nagy, and Moreen and Morris Young. RIGHT -Switching tassels from left to right are the 477 members of Elkhart Central's 1975 graduating class. 92 Graduation ABOVE LEFT— See, right there in the program, says Angie Cantrell to Burnita Hadley as they bone up on commencement procedures. LEFT-Claudette Balint receives her diploma and a handshake from school board member Mr. Richard Jensen. FAR LEFT-Senior speakers Jeff Lint and (next) Frank Beard orate on where to go from here. FAR RIGHT-Blazer Ace, Jim Wisko- toni looks at his target to fire his fastball. Jim pitched a no-hitter against Memorial and went 80 1 3 straight innings without giving up an earned run. ABOVE RIGHT-Shortstop Mike Weaver puts his hand up to say that he is under the fly ball. In the first inning of the LaPorte game of the semi state, Mike turned in a triple play RIGHT-Varsity Baseball Team: KNEELING: Manager Steve Cripe, T Joe Linton, Steve Sacro, Mark Neil- son, Dyrk Miller, Gary Thompson. Mike Long, Kirk Holliday, Brent Brill, and manager John Gould. ROW 2: Greg Ferro. Scott Sanders, Mike Weaver, Rex Singleton, Brian Moore. Dan Nommay, Dave Edel, Randy Bugh, Brett Clementz, Jim Wiskotoni, and Coach Randy Miller. Blazers reach semi-state finals; capture conference championship Early in February, when snow still covered the ground, Coach Randy Miller's baseball players eagerly practiced indoors in preparation for their first game in April. By bringing the pitch- ing machine inside, the Blazers hit balls day after day as the pitchers worked on their specialty. This hard work and ded ication payed off for the Blazers as they captured Central's first baseball conference championship. Jim Wiskotoni was named pitcher to the all con- ference team as he went 81 and 1 3 innings without yielding an earned run. He finished the season with a 12-1 record. Dan Nommay, who fin- ished with a .86 earned run average and a 9-1 mark was named to the all con- ference second team. The Blazers pitching did not slacken as Mike Weaver added a 5 4 mark. By utilizing good pitch- ing and the use of the bunt. Central was victo- rious in six post-season games which included winning the sectional, regional, and being the semi-state runner-up. The Blazers abruptly finished their.6eason in the championship game of the semi-state against Hammond Noll. Central took a 1-0 lead in the sixth inning and it appeared that a victory was assured. However, Noll tied the score and went on to score the winning run on an interference call at third. 94 Baseball LEFT Blazer second baseman Gary Thompson puts a sweeping tag for an Out on an Elston runner. BELOW-Pitcher Dan Nommay stud- ies the plate for his next pitch. Dan was the winner in the championship game of the regional as he notched 15 strike-outs. 1975 Baseball ECHS OPP Wawasee 4 3 Washington 3 0 Jimtown 13 1 Jimtown 6 5 Penn 13 0 Elston 8 1 LaSalle 3 5 Adams 0 2 Memorial 1 0 Mishawaka 3 0 Goshen 0 4 Goshen 3 4 Riley 1 0 Washington 3 0 Jackson 9 3 Elston 1 0 LaSalle 2 0 Swanton 4 2 Memorial 4 2 Northridge 1 2 Mishawaka 4 1 Concord 4 3 Concord 1 0 Penn 15 4 Riley 7 1 Northwood 2 1 Sectional Memorial 3 0 Penn 4 1 Concord 5 2 Regional Wawasee 10 1 Glenn 2 0 Semi-State LaPorte 5 1 Hammond Noll 1 2 Season Record 28-6 ABOVE-First baseman Brett Clem- entz holds an Elston man on first Brett. Nommay. and Randy Bugh all shared first base duties for Coach Miller. LEFT-Lefty Dyrk Miller keeps his eye on the ball as it goes into right field for a base hit. Dyrk led the team with a .355 average and played excellently in the post-season tourn- ament. Baseball 95 RIGHT—After losing his helmet while stealing, Jim Wiskotoni slides safely into second base. BE LOW-Trying to instill some enthusiasm into his players. Coach Randy Miller claps from the third base coaching box. BELOW—Batter Dave Edel waits for that fastball that he can hit over the right field fence. RIGHT—Junior Varsity Baseball Team: SITTING: Chris Parrish, Tim Brumbaugh, Jim Heeg, Mickey Terrell, Larry Blosser, Dave Prugh, and Mike Long. ROW 2: Greg Stone, John Labrum, Jim Bair, Rick Altemeyer, Neil Kinder, Brent Brill, Brian Moore, and Coach Mike Lutz. 96 Baseball Golfers place eleventh in state; take conference and sectional Playing in snow, rain, and sometimes darkness, the Blazer golfers managed to put together a record of 22 wins and only 5 defeats in the regular season. With a 13-3 mark in con- ference action, the Blazer linksmen took the NIC crown. The title was won on the final conference match as Central fired its best round of 299 against runner-up Mishawaka. In mid-season, the Blaz- ers attended the LaPorte Invitational, where several of the state's best teams Another highlight for the Blazers was a 304-316 victory over Kokomo Ha- worth, who finished third in the state. In this match, Montagano shot a 69, the lowest round of the season. The sectionals were held at the Elks course and the Blazers responded by win- ning with a score of 322, two strokes better than Memorial. In the regional the links- men held on to grab third place, and continued into the state meet, where they finished eleventh. competed. With a score of 323, Central captured first place over 29 other teams. MVP Ralph Montagano shot a 74 to grab medalist honors, defeating 49 other golfers at the invitational. 1975 Golf ECHS OPP Warsaw 324 325 Plymouth 170 185 Wawasee 307 318 Northndge 327 347 Jackson 329 326 Concord 324 381 Elston 317 327 Adams 317 342 LaSalle 320 327 Memoria 320 329 Riley 314 322 Washington 314 325 Mishawaka 307 292 Penn 307 314 Elston 319 331 Adams 319 331 Haworth 304 316 Marian 310 313 Glenn 310 330 Memorial 339 322 LaSalle 339 322 Riley 315 329 Washington 315 336 LaPorte 330 316 Mishawaka 299 304 Penn 299 309 Season Record 22-5 ABOVE LEFT-MVP Ralph Montag- ano watches in hope of sinking a birdie putt on the second hole of the Elks Country Club. LEFT—Putting all his strength into his tee shot is Rob Eldridge. Rob played in the second spot and was the most improved. FAR LEFT-Golf Team: SITTING: Steve Bollero, Coach Dave Vollmar. ROW 2: John Futterknecht. Nick Abbott, Rob Eldridge. Todd Mitch- ell, and Rlaph Montagano. Golf 97 BE LOW—Graduation is easily one of the more pleasant occasions for these school board members. FRONT ROW—Richard Sproull, Richard Jensen (President), Nyla J. Moore (Secretary), and Joseph R. Ball. BACK ROW-Andrew Ad- ams, William H. Dausey. and J. Marshall Watson (Vice President). RIGHT—Dr. Richard D. Miller, Superintendent of Schools, has completed his second year at Elk- hart where he has delegated respon- sibility among all his administration. SUPERINTENDENTS' STUDENT ADVISORY COUNCIL-SEATED: Greg Kilmer (ECHS). Ray Collins (ECHS), Carrie Peterson (MHS), David Leers (MHS), Don Billey (MHS), Dr. Richard Miller, Kathy Dobson (ECHS), Barbara Steely (MHS), Jean Raber (MHS), and Carole Crump (ECHS). STANDING are ex-officio members Robert Minichello (Vice Principal of ECHS) and Mr. Edward Nellist (Memorial teacher). 98 School Board Advisory Council Advisory students added to board Elkhart became the first school corporation in the state to add a student to its school board. One member a month will serve on the Elkhart School Board as a non-vot- ing member. The Superintendents' student Advisory Council, made up of students from the two high schools, was established to allow stu- dents to participate in the workings of the school. Elkhart's school board and administration was also evaluated by North Central. The evaluation team was impressed with the Human Touch con- cept which is given high priority within the total community of students, patrons and education. NCA noted that the ad- ministration and a very vi- tal school board displayed fine team effort. School board members, it was noted, visit the schools to find out how things are on the firing line and come out with good understanding of needed assessments. ABOVE—Dr. Robert Franklin, Assistant superintendent, assists Dr. Miller with administrative con- cerns and helps supervise special federal programs. ABOVE—Dr. Warren E. Breniman, Director of Secondary Education, helps supervise junior and senior high schools in curriculum improve- ments. ABOVE—Administrators and the school board assist in Elkhart Cen- tral graduation ceremonies at North Side Gym. Administration 99 ABOVE-Robert Minichello, Vice Principal, helps lead cheers at the Centra I-Me mortal bonfire game. Mr. Minichello works with students on attendance. RIGHT—Spirit Week brings out the real Gene Hungate, Assistant Princi- pal, and Al Bias, Principal, as they display the latest foxy spirit fashions. TOP-Leadmg Blazer spirit at the Homecoming pep session and the bonfire (top right) is ECHS Princi- pal Al Bias. ABOVE-Night school principal is Mr. Dorrance Rogers, who also teaches social studies. FAR RIGHT—Helping gear the Blaz- ers up to a victory over S. B. Washington, Mr. Al Bias, leads a spirited chant. 100 ECHS Administration $ In his first year as prin- cipal of ECHS, Mr. Al Bias was faced with the difficult job of guiding the school through the North Central Evaluation. With high spirit and energy, he inspired students, faculty, and school per- sonnel. From the start, he emphasized TEAM EF- FORT. At the beginning of the year he emphasized that everyone is important and all must work together to get the job done. North Central comment- ed that The student body displays a temperament of talent, pride and decency— they are to be commend- ed. It added The adult school leadership has placed this as a high prior- ity and has been highly successful in implementing these attitudes. Mr. Bias and his team of administrators could be seen at varied school activ- ities, helping boost spirit and encouraging excel- lence and pride. And ECHS did excell in drama, speech, publications, sports, music, and, of course, in learning. Throughout the year, Mr. Bias gave his personal congratulations to jobs well done, to contests won, and to the great effort put forth by students and faculty alike. In last year's annual it was queried whether we would ever have another principal with the warmth, humor, and discipline of Dr. Richard Wilson. We are happy to report that we found such a man! ECHS Administration 101 RIGHT-When not camping, fishing, or running the bookstore, Ms Harriet Campbell, who re- ceived her B.S. and M.S. from Purdue, is the Activities Director. FAR RIGHT-Besides teaching business and typing. Max Bell also doubles as Athletic Di- rector. He has a B.S. from Central Normal and a M.S. from Indiana University. ABOVE-Mr. George Alexanko has a B.A. from Goshen College and likes politics. ABOVE RIGHT—Chairman of the foreign lan- guage department, Mr. Adam Bossnack re- ceived his B.A. from Western Michigan and his M.A. from Michigan State. RIGHT-Mr. Charles Beeson, the sponsor of NHS, who participated in the tricycle race and shapely legs contest, is the science department chairman. He received his B.S. and M.S. from Purdue. FAR RIGHT An avid Cincinnati Red fan, Mr. Russell Busse, the math department chairman has a B.S. from Hanover College and a M.S. from Illinois. 102 Faculty LEFT-First year teacher, Ms. Peg Brown teaches reading and sponsors the Booster Club. She has a B.A from Central Michigan and an M.A. from Michigan State. BE LOW-Looking over the shoulder of Ms. Janet Dabler in Life Science class are Tom Smith and Scott Doty. With a B.A. and M S. from Southern Illinois, Ms. Dabler enjoys sewing and gardening. For the past year and a half, faculty members have been involved in a self stu- dy evaluation in prepara- tion for the visit of the North Central Evaluation team. Most faculty members were assigned to two teams and made an exhaus- tive study of two particu- lar areas. While disliking the extra work involved, most faculty members came away from the evaluation with a better understanding of the total school program. Heading the ECHS steer- ing committee were Dennis Muir, Shirley Lint, Russell Busse, Marilyn Moore, Vir- ginia Ogren, Don Willis, and Al Bias. LEFT-Ms. June Deal, guidance counselor, has a B.S. and M.A. from the University of Michi- gan. She enjoys traveling. FAR LEFT—Counselor Mr. Robert Clark has a B.A. from DePauw and a M.A. from Michigan State. He doubles as assistant basketball coach in the winter. Faculty NCA 103 North Central Evaluation team members agreed for the most part with the Elkhart Central faculty's evaluation of the school. According to the con- clusion of the report, ... the visiting team was impressed by the team spir- it evidenced by faculty, students and administra- tion. Probably as a result of this spirit, the report added, the visiting team sensed a feeling of pride and high morale in the school. North Central did, in fact, note that Elkhart was a good school , with all the potential of being even better. RIGHT —English teacher, Ms. Connie Fahey helps a student with his assignment. She has a 8.S. from Northern Iowa. FAR RIGHT-D.E.C.A. sponsor Mr. Garry Fileccia has a B.S. from Ball State University. He enjoys golf. BELOW RIGHT-Mr. Ted Foland adjusts the weight machine for a student in his Physical Education class. The swim coach has a B.S. from Evansville and a M.S. from Indiana University. BELOW—William ''Pops” Gowdy. music teach- er at Elkhart since 1942, died a week after the Central Christmas Concert. In memory, the William L Gowdy Scholarship was started. RIGHT-Future Educators in Action sponsor, Mr. Robert Ellis has a B.S. and a M.S. from Indiana University. He enjoys golf, reading, and discussions. 104 Faculty NCA Praise ABOVE-Industrial arts department chairman, Mr. Dennis Gable likes all types of aircraft and is building his own house. He has a B.S. and a M.S. from Indiana State. LEFT-Mr. Lynn Garrard has a B.A. from Wabash College and teaches Life Science. ABOVE—Language arts teacher. Ms. Sandra Duwe received her B.A. and M.A. from Purdue University. LEFT-Math teacher, Mr. Robert Feighner received his B.S. from Michigan State and his M.S. from Notre Dame. He enjoys aquatics and sponsors the sophomore class FAR LEFT-Senior class sponsor. Mr. Ron Geyer teaches drafting. With a B.S. from Purdue, his hobbies include photography and skiing. Faculty 105 RIGHT-Gifi ' Sports Director and swim coach, Ms. Karen Leeth has a B.S. from Ball State and a M.A. from Michigan State. FAR RIGHT -Head football coach Mr Tom Kurth looks at the play of his Blazers n action. The Driver's Education department chairman has a B.S. from Wittenburg and a M.S. from Indiana State. RIGHT-Woodworking teacher David Jester h his B.S. and M.A. from Ball State. BELOW—Ms. Gayle Lamer has a B.A. in vocational education from St. Joseph's. ABOVE-Mr. Raymond Gwynn helps two students in his automotive class. He has a B.S. from East Tennessee State ABOVE MIDDLE-Cheerleader sponsor, Ms. Karen Ktarecki shows students about cooking- ware She has a B .S. from Indiana. ABOVE RIGHT-First year teacher Ms. Vicki Huffman is a junior class sponsor. She has a B.S. from Kansas State. 106 Faculty LEFT—Band instructor Mr. Gerald Knipfel has a B.M. and a M.M. from Butler. He enjoys fishing and directs the Pep Band and the Jazz Band. ABOVE LEFT-Junior class sponsor, Mr. Rod Liechty helps Carrie Newcomer in art class. The department chairman has a B.S. from Taylor and a M.A. from Ball State. FAR LEFT-Ice Hockey coach, Mr. Mark Kleppinger has a B.S. from Indiana University. He teaches typing and busi- ness classes. For many faculty mem- bers sponsoring clubs, or coaching sports and helping with other activities seems at times to be almost a full time job. English teachers Kenton Monjon, Ann McDougall, and Connie Fahey devoted many hours to the respec- tive areas of publications, theatre, and speech. Junior class sponsors Rod Leichty and Vicki Huff- man assisted with Prom or- ganization and follow through while senior spon- sors Nancy Willis and Ron Geyer helped end the se- niors year of activities. BELOW LEFT—Physics and Aerospace teach- er, Mr. George Leis has a B.S. and M.Ed. from the University of Illinois. In April he adopted a 2% year-old Vietnamese girl, named Suzanne. LEFT—Wrestling coach, Mr. Rollie Hoover, has a B.S. from Illinois and a M.S. from Indiana University. He enjoys reading, hunting, and motorcycling. BELOW-Mr. Richard Litwiller has a B.S. and a M.A. from Western Michigan, and teaches metalworking. Faculty Extra Effort 107 RIGHT—Art teacher, Mr. William Logan has a B.S. from Indiana University. He enjoys restor- ing old cars. BELOW RIGHT-Assistant baseball coach, Mr. Michael Lutz received his B.S. from Kentucky Wesleyan and his M.S.T. from the University of Dayton. BELOW MIDDLE—Driver Education instructor, Mr. Edward Longfellow has a B.S. and M.S. from Indiana State. ABOVE-Home Economics department chair- person Ms. Marilyn Moore, has a B.S. and M.S. from Purdue University. She enjoys competing in home economics contests and is a judge at the state fair. RIGHT—Business teacher, Ms. Mary Lloyd, enjoys photography, music, and community involvement. She has her B.S. from Findlay College and her M.S. from Indiana University FAR RIGHT—Student Council sponsor, Ms. Shirley Lint received her B.A. and M.A. from Ball State. She teaches government and psy- chology and enjoys traveling. 108 Faculty ABOVE-Head basketball coach and account- ing teacher, Mr. George Leonakis samples some food from Ms. Karen Klarecki's Home Ec class. He has a B.A. and M.A. from Western Michigan. ABOVE LEFT-Math teacher. Mr. Randall Miller has a B.S. and a M.S. from Indiana State. He is the baseball coach and enjoys all sports. LEFT—Director of Guidance, Mr. Grant Mar- tin Jr. has a A.B. from Kentucky State College and a M.S. from Indiana University. He enjoys photography. Facultyrr.G.I.F. 109 RIGHT—U.S. History and World Studies teach- er, Ms. Diana Phillips has a B.A. from Ball State University. FAR RIGHT-New to Central is Mr. Joel Roush who has a B.S. from Huntington College. He enjoys politics and diving. BELOW MIDDLE-Ms. Diane Shelton has a B.A. from Purdue University and a M.S. from Indiana University. The Spanish teacher likes to golf and sew. ABOVE—Business Education department chair- person, Ms. Virginia Ogren teaches Accounting and Office Machines. She received her B.S. from Miami of Ohio and her M.A. from Western Michigan. RIGHT—Spanish teacher, Ms. Betty Sherck enjoys reading and gardening. She has a B.A. from Goshen College and a M.A.T. from Notre Dame University. FAR RIGHT—Ms. Michelle Pabst has a B.S. from Indiana State. Over the summer she was married to Mr. Ralph Lucchese. RIGHT—Librarian, Mr. Dennis Muir, helps Ms. Connie Fahey in the library. He has a B.S. from Eastern Michigan, a M.A. from Notre Dame, and a M.S.L. from Western Michigan University. 110 Faculty LEFT-Sophomore class sponsor, Ms. Nancy Schlegel has a B.A. from Purdue. She enjoys traveling and spectator sports. BELOW-Choir Director, Mr. Dennis Phipps has an A.B. from Hanover College and a M.S. from Ball State. He enjoys camping and golf. Faculty Join fun Faculty participation in extra curricular activities was at an all time high. Noon hour tricycle races brought out Russell Busse, Mike Pollock, and others. Nancy Schlegel entered the Leg's contest but lost out to Ted Foland. Other faculty involved included Robert Minichello and Rus- sell Busse. Gene Hungate, Tom Kurth, Dave Vollmar, Joel Roush, Randy Miller, and others joined in the faculty game against WRBR. Rod Leichty, and Max Bell helped see that the final score came out right. ABOVE MIDDLE-Ski Club sponsor, Mr. David Morgan has a B.S. from Indiana University. The assistant Theatre Director will teach television at the Career Center. LEFT—Hand-pedaling his tricycle through the student center in the NHS race, Mr. Mike Pol- lock crosses the finish line. He has a B.A. from Akron University and a M.A. from Ball State. Faculty Fun 111 RIGHT-One of several teachers who had a speaking part in MUSIC MAN, Mr. Don Willis played a traveling salesman. He teaches Chemistry and has a B.A. and M.A.T. from Indiana University. BE LOW-Assistant Debate coach, Charles Smith received his B.S. from Indiana State and his M.A. from Indiana University. The History teacher enjoys golf and bowling. ABOVE MIDDLE-Ms. Nancy Willis, senior sponsor, has a B.A. and a M.A.T. from Indiana University. She enjoys music, reading, and camping. RIGHT-Ms. Lucy Terlep has a B.S. from Simmons and a M.A. from Notre Dame. She enjoys writing and teaches English. FAR RIGHT-Ms. Sharrie Watson helps Melissa Smith with her typing technique. She has a B.S. from Indiana University and a M.S. from Western Michigan. Though students some- times forget, teachers are human beings with very human needs, desires, and responsibilities. Some students, however, were especially aware of this since their parents teach at Elkhart Central. Ellie and Bruce Terlep, Gary Busse, Kim and Leslie Knipfel, Steve, Randy, and Jeff Lint, and Paul Ogren- all were aware of the human side of their parent-teacher. In fact, some of them even had their parents as their teacher. Of those stu- dents interviewed, few saw any major problems with having their parents as teachers. 112 Faculty Parent-teachers ABOVE LEFT-Looking over a problem is math teacher, Mr. David Vollmar. He has a B.S. from Ball State and a M.A.T. from Pur due, and is the golf coach and the athletic ticket manager. LEFT—Language Arts chairman, Mr. Van Young has a M.A. from Ball State. He teaches Humanities and Literature and enjoys music and art. FAR LEFT-Government teacher and counse- lor, Mr. Joe Harvey has a B.S. and a M.A. from Ball State. He enjoys golf and is in- terested in local government. BELOW LEFT-Ms. Phyllis Warrick has a B.A. from Goshen College and a M.A. from Notre Dame. She is Social Studies department chair- person. BE LOW-Orchestra Director Ms. Anna Talley has a B.M.E. from Wichita State and a M.A. from Ball State. ABOVE MIDDLE-Wondering what went wrong are math teacher, Mr. Kevin Smith and Cami Huth. Mr. Smith has a M.S. from Purdue and a M.A. from Illinois. LEFT-Ms. Margaret Smith teaches English and has a B.S. from Indiana University. She originated a special presentation with slides and music. FAR LEFT—Life Science teacher, Mr. Todi Vetkoff has an A.B. and a M.S. from Indiana University. He is interested in all types of sports. Faculty 113 Secretaries, teacher’s aides help Central to operate smoothly RIGHT—Ms. Yvonne Crooks, attend- ance secretary, assists Mr. Minichel lo with correspondence and arrang- ing appointments. BELUW-Ms. Bernice Eisenberg, sec retary to the principal, assists Mr. Bias with all paper work and super- vises the entire secretarial statf. ABOVE-Ms. Pauline Chester is treasurer of all of the extra-curricu- lar accounts and assists in the office routine. RIGHT-Registrar Ms. Margaret Milanese keeps track of all permanent records on students. FAR RIGHT—Book Rental super- visor is Ms. Gene Combs who works at both Central and Memorial. 114 Secretaries Secretaries Aides LEFT-Athletic department Secre- tary is Ms. Alice LeVan who handles correspondence. FAR LEFT-New to the Guidance Department is Ms. Beverly James who assists with scheduling students for guidance sessions. ABOVE—Ms. Katherine Helfrick, teacher's aide, supervises study hall and helps in the office. LEFT—Ms. Evelyn White, library aide, and Ms. Ruth Oliver, library secretary, assists with library and AV equipment. BELOW LEFT—Ms. Sharon Wise, teacher's aide, supervises most study hall classes. Shari Abbott Jon Abplanalp Gary Adams Carol Addington Michelle Albright Andrea Allen Cheryle Allen Kenneth Allen Patricia Allen Rick Altemeyer Galen Anderson Mary Jo Anglemeyer Kandy Arisman Sue Arko Ann Armstrong Sue Atkinson Debora Babcock Cindy Bailey Jim Bair Monnica Baldwin Mindi Ball Tamra Ball Rocco Balzano Steve Banks Colleen Barker Charissa Barnes Alice Barton Joyce Baskin Kathy Battjes Jessie Beard Rick Beasley Steve Beatty Kit Bellamy Jeanette Bement Carla Bennett Diana Bennett John Bennett Cindy Berry Jeff Berry Brad Billings Lisa Bishop Ann Bissell Pam Black Leslie Blenner Jonathon Bloch Kathy Blocher Larry Blosser Sue Boger 116 Sophomores Corning to ECHS is new, Sophs relate first impressions School began Septem- Mina Froutzis cites ber third, and for many sophomores its opening marked the beginning of a new life. Incoming stu- dents prepared to be- come a part of the great Central tradition. One of the hardest things to get used to was the size. I was really scared those first few days, admitted Beth Lange. It all seemed so big and confusing, but after a while everything fitted into place. Most sophomores man- aged to overcome all the problems and are now much better acquainted with Central. LEFT —The warm spring weather draws many students onto the lawn during their lunch hour. the feeling of variety as her favorite part of Central. She adds, You can do many things you couldn't do in junior high. The open lunch hour is what Charisse House and Jim Ruggles consider Central's best quality. Charisse insists that even if you don't go out, the open lunch hour gives you a chance to see your friends. Sam Sirko remarks, Going from junior high to Central is like moving from Sneedville, Tennes- see to New York City. TOP-Lunch is a busy part of every day as students take time to talk with their friends. Barb Bollero Janice Bowen Vernon Bowling Lisa Bowman Stephanie Boyer Larry Boynton Tim Brantley Laurel Brenniman Connie Brill Mary Brindley Jim Broadbent Diane Brown Hubert Brown Liz Bruce Tim Brumbaugh Mike Brunson Joe Bryan Carol Buckley Patty Burns Kevin Butler Tony Campane!lo Jacqueline Campbell Ann Canning Pam Carl Billie Carter Laura Casselman Darlene Childers Gregg Choler John Chomer Laurie Christner Sophomores First Impressions 117 Mary Cleaveland Pam Clindamel Cynthia Clipp Jessie Cocker ham Mary Collier Ray Collins Brenda Comer Steven Comer Ronnie Commons Melody Conard Bruce Conley Deborah A. Cook Detxna L. Cook James Cooper Rita Correia Linda Coss Gordie Crase Meredith Craven Mike Cripe Charles Cross Pam Cuppy Donald Current Audrey Current Lynn Darrah Rochelle Davis Sidney Davis Sue Davis Patti DeGolier David Deitch Jim DeKoster Selecting courses is not easy TOP-Taking a test in first year biology is sophomore Charrise House. RIGHT—Paul Murray, Brenda Comer. Cyndi Bailey, Leslie Knipfel, Ann Grieb, Jennifer Holdread, and Fred Nesbitt take time out to confer on mutual math problems. ABOVE—With a look of satisfac tion, Joe Jenkins completes a mobile for his three-dimensional class. 118 Sopho mores Courses Debora DeLucenay Lori Derr Susan DeVore Mike Dibley Sharleen Dickerhoff Scott Doberenz Jeffrey Doczy Russell Dodd Mark Doty Kurt Dougherty Dean Douwsma Harry Dover Catherine Dudek Lynn Dugle Lori Duncan Jennifer Dunfee Sherrill Duzy Brent Eash Bill Eastman Robert Eber Tamela Edwards Brenda Eldridge Roy Eller Lee Elliot Kathy Eltzroth Gretchen Emerick Cheryl Emerson Mark Emerson Randy Enos Amy Eppers Catherine Ergle Mark Estep Moans and groans a- rose from students last year as they poured through their schedule selection sheets. With at least one hundred courses to choose from, new sophomores had their work cut out for them. Sophomores may se- lect anything from World Studies to Design Intro- duction to Clothing I. Although picking the right combination of classes sounds easy, it often turns out to be a slow process. The only classes soph- omores are required to take are two semester of English and gym. The re- maining hours may be filled with any variety of electives, or even an early release. By far the most pop- ular course offered is Drivers' Ed. Nearly every student takes Drivers' Ed at one time or another, and they all know the joys and woes the class can bring about. ______________________ Gayle Eager Gary Farm Tim Fann Joseph Farrell Tom Feldman Ricky Ferhatt Cathy Ferrell Becky Field Mike Finn Greg Fiorentino Paul Fizer Mike Fons Dan Formsma Jake Free Kathy Freeze Nanette Froelich Sopho mores Courses 119 Mina Froutzis Cathy Fuller Mike Fuller David Funk Laurie Funk Scott Funk John Garberick Jean German Jeff Gary Loretta Gary Julie Gentry Beth Gibson Bev Gilbert Tim Gist Randy Glanders Mike Goble BE LOW-Kathy Battjes, Cheryl Emerson, Jane Seevers. and Becci Field start work on the sophomore float. LEFT-Pulling together the spirit float are Bruce Terlepand Mike Fons. On the float are Cami Huth and Diane Varanelli. Cindy Gold Lee Gordon Jim Gosling Jim Gouger Tina Gouger Jim Gouker John Graber Dave Gravender Julie Gray Rhonda Green Craig Greene Sheryl Greene Ann Grieb Sonia Guy Rick Hack James Hall Penny Hall Mary Halsey Ann Halt Judy Hapner Billy Hargrove Gregory Harp Kevin Harrell Beverly Harris Brenda Hartman Jay Hartman Elaine Hawkins Barbar Hayes David Haynes Terence Heal Jim Heeg Karen Hemphill 120 Sopho mores Homecoming Soph float is first runner-up Unloading a haywagon may not be some people's specialty, but in order to obtain a basis for their float, the sophomores emptied one quickly. After the truck was unloaded, it was taken to Dan Formsma's garage and the sophomores be- gan deciding on a theme. Rock 'Em , featuring a cradle with a Blue Blazer rocking a Michigan City Devil on the float was decided on. What do you mean we're out of paper towels? We just bought some! Where's the staple gun? After days of work and worry came the night of the big parade. Although skies looked threatening, it didn't start to rain until 6.00- just as the parade was starting. The rain didn't seem to dampen the sopho- mores' spirit any as their float wound from Cen- tral, uptown, and then back down Blazer Boule- vard. After returning to Central, everyone piled into the gym to cheer for the Big Blue. Although having a little trouble spelling sophomores the new bunch of spirit at Central gave their best effort in yelling for the team. The next day, all those that didn't have colds (which amounted to a grand total of five) re- paired the rain-damaged float. This was done for the judging that was to come that night before the game. The sophomore float came through the judging with a first runner-up place. TOP-Nancy Meteiver, Kent Weaver. Sue Arko and Artis James look on as Dan Formsma climbs aboard the sophomore float. Thomas Henderson Renee Hernandez Cindy Herron J. Phillip Higbee Pam Himebaugh Jennifer Holdread Melvin Holiday Kathi Holloway Max Holmes Danny Hosier Jay Hosterman Annette Hostetler Robert Hostetler Melia Hough Charisse House Chester House Katrina House Elmer Howard Evelyn Howard Rita Huffman Cami Huth Michelle Ihnken Sondra Irving Johnny Irwin Donnie Jackson Mike Jackson Artis James Rosalind James Joe Jenkins Candace Johnson Sophomores Homecoming 121 Rodger Johnson Wendell Johnson Andy Jones Annette Jones Rhonda Jones William Kallaher Dennis Kane Roger Kaser Bonnie Keller Donna Kelley Mike Kelly Vincent Kelly Chris Kern Suzan Kesim Kevin Keyser Matthew Kidder Neal Kinder • Paula Kizinski Jeff Kline Doug Klingler Leslie Knipfel Mark Koenig Luke Koons Becky Kratz Gene Krause Brent Kreighbaum Janet Kruse Patricia Kyle John Labrum Brian Lail Soph class accomplishes little The atmosphere was relaxed as students stretched lazily out across the radiator, sat cross- legged on top of the desks, and munched on a variety of foods. Is it an informal party? A rap session? Did the teacher just leave? Wrong, wrong, and wrong again! It's a meeting of the sophomore class officers and sponsors. You may think no- thing would come out of such undiplomatic gath- TOP—Standing by the river are the sophomore class officers: Anne Rody, secretary, Mike Fons, vice-president, Alison Phil- lips, president; Greg Stone, boys' social chairman; Charissa Barnes, girls' social chairman, and Diane Brown, treasurer. erings, but a car wash did result. Allowed one money-making project a year, the sophomores chose the car wash as theirs and held it in mid- April. Vice-President Mike Fons explained The sophomore class is hav- ing financial difficulties, and we thought a car wash would be an effec- tive way of raising the funds needed. They cleared a total of twenty- eight dollars. RIGHT—Top 24 Academic sopho- mores. FRONT ROW—Sue Arko, Heidi Schenk, and Beth Schur- wonn. ROW 2-Jeanette Bement, Barb Hayes, Connie Melish, Anne Rody, Mary Pelton, Donna Simmie, and Mary Treckelo. ROW 3-Jan Stephenson, Brent Eash, Bill Nellist, Michelle Ihnk- en, Cindy Herron, Nancy Ortell, and Mary Cleaveland. ROW 4- Anne Leach, Beth Lange, Dave Funk, Paul Murray, Bill Watson, Phil Higbee, and Joe Farrell. 122 Sophomores Class Activities Cathy Lamb Beth Lange Kelli Lantz Margaret La ugh man Justine Lawson Anne Leach Dolores Leer John Lefebvre Diana Lorenz Jeff Losee Kip Lovan Janet Lovell Ellen Lovely Peggy Lovely Russell Loxterman Ernie Lucas David Lucchese Richard Lyon Michael Mabry Stewart Marks Kathy Marshall Linda Martin Paula Martin Kurt Mast Jack Master Mike May Sheila Mayes Mike McClintic Brenda McClure Joe McCollough Stanley McDaniel Roberta Mclntire Greg McIntyre Rhonda McMillan Mark McNease Connie Mellish Todd Merrick Jay Merryfield Nancy Metiever Mike Metzger Sophomores 123 Cary Miller Doug Miller Jeff Miller Kay Miller Lynn Miller Mark Miller Robert Miller Janet Mills Tim Mmegar Mike Mischke Darcy Mitchell Mark Mitchell Mary Monroe Kevin Moore Randy Moore William Moore Sonia Morgan Steve Muhlmckel Patricia Mullinax Kelly Munn Paul Murray Tim Myers Shirley Nand Susan Neal William Nellist Fred Nesbitt Mary Sue Norris Mary Jo Nye Tim O'Neill Maria O nest ini Nancy Ortell David Owens John Owens Pat Owens Greg Pairetz Mary Palmero Ben Paollillo Gerard Paradise Chris Parrish Julie Patanelli Barbara Pearce Edwin Pegues Mary Pelton Julie Perkins John Pernell Chris Perrin Melissa Perron Karen Peterman 124 Sophomores Richard Peters Eric Peterson Mike Peterson Elist Pfaff Alison Phillips Marty Phillips Becky Pietzko Alan Pittman Rob Powers Edgar Prange Daisy Pratcher Dave Prugh Lawrence Pullaim Richard Quesinberry Larry Quinn Sandra Ramsby Diane Randall Kelly Reasoner Elaine Reed Terry Reiff Rhonda Rentfrow Mark Repass Mark Replogle Chris Reynolds Jay Rice Matthew Richardson Janet Riebesehl Debbie Riggle Rod Roberson Anne Rody Chuck Rogers Dale Rose Class of ’77 is a diverse group Class is defined as a group of people all shar- ing the same qualities. This certainly does not hold true for the class of '77, the 'super sopho- mores', who are about as diverse a group as you can get. It's almost impossible to look at the class as a whole, because these sophomores are a group of individuals. They ex- press themselves in every- thing they say and do. Sophomores reveal their distinctive personal- ities in their hobbies, clothing, music, and in a variety of outside activi- ties. Always on the go, sophomores keep busy not only at school, but in their free time, too. The sophomore motto could well be partici- pate and that's what sophomores are best at. Sophomores are into al- most everything, from drama to art to athletics. FAR LEFT—Leslie Blenner, Barb Hayes. Jean Garman, Sue Boger, Ann Armstrong. Sue Arko, Lori Derr, Kathy Battjes, and Mary Cleaveland munch their lunch on the front lawn of the school. LE FT—Enjoying an ice cream bar is sophomore Beverly Williams. Robert Rose Suzanne Rose Brian Rozema Mara Rozitis Jim Riggies Leslie Russo Steve Sacro Leigh Sailor Brenda Sanders Cathy Sanders Mary Sandlin Cindy Scharrer Garre Schell Heidi Schenk Mike Scheuer Dana Schlegel Sophomores D iversity 125 Leonard Schmucker Stanley Schott Mike Schrock Rhonda Schrock Beth Schurwonn Robin Schwartz Brenda Scott Eleanor Scott Kathy Scott Rodney Scott Jane Seevers Jeff Seidl Patricia Shea Carl Shmabarger Larry Sigerfoos Donna Simmie Warren Simpson Sam Sirko Ron Skelton John Slayter Linda Sliger Gail Smeltzer Chris Smith Dennis Smith Mark Smith Roger Smith Kathy Snavely David Snyder Fred Sokol Glenn Sokol Reynoldo Soto Susan South Cindy Spratt Donna Spratt Cheryl Springer Todd Stackhouse Terri Stanner Gary Stanton Jan Stephenson Steve Stephenson Chris Stewart Teresa Stoffer Greg Stone Cindy Stoner Bruce Swann Brian Swartzell Willa Swoape Chinese Taylor Dannie Taylor Jim Taylor Mel Taylor Bruce Terlep Mickey Terrell Scott Thomas Jerry Thompson Kelly Thompson Dianne Thorn Janet Thornton Tim Toby Pat Tracy Mary Treckelo Kim Trigg Mark Trotter Jim Troup Rick Tucker Sherri VanHuffel Diane Varanelli Jim Vawter Laura Vilmure Wesley Wade Jeff Wagner Rachel Wain Kathleen Warren Jerry Watson William Watson David Weaver Judy Weaver Kent Weaver Cindy Weed Brett Weiner 126 Sophomores School day is often unpredictable ABOVE-Darla Lenhart makes a last minute check for books. TOP-Sophomores are generally among the first in line for lunch. The school day begins at 8:00 and when it ends is something quite unpre- dictable, especially for a sophomore. For some sophomores, the day started by walk- ing the halls before first hour, looking and waiting for the other kids to come to school. For others, it was a mad dash from the park- ing lot to first hour and sitting through that class with all of the wrong books, and your coat on. Regardless of how the day began, every sopho- more looked forward to lunch, whether it be going to the local Hard- ees, eating in the cafe- teria, or heading out to the front lawn for some sun or sleeping. Although the lunch time lasted an hour, it never seemed quite long enough for all of the things you had to do. After lunch, the main idea in any sophomores' mind was 3:00! For most, 3:00 was the end of the school day and the beginning of any of a variety of things, from play rehearsal to football practice. Or for others, it was going to work or going home and watching TV with a doz- en cookies and a big glass of coke. Martin Weiner Doris Weiser Laura Weismann Sylvester Wheeler Tim White Paula Whitaker Ralph Whitesell Ronald Whitesell Steve Wiercioch Berverly Williams Karen Williams Peggy Williams Joyce Wilson Cindy Wise Deb Witman Cindy Wood Marguerite Woods Randy Workman Marlene Worthington Sherry Wright Brad Wunderlich Marc Yesberger Anthony Yoder Kathy Yoder Bryan Young Jeanette Young Jeff Young Kathy Young Manette Zeitler Nancy Zimmerman School Day Sophomores 127 Nick Abbott Phil Abbott Randy Acord Theresa Addington Brenda Aenis Deborah Albright Rebecca Anderson Lars Ankerson Julie App Scott Arisman Timothy Arnold Sophie Arroyo Lorraine Ashe Paul Ashley Sherry Atkinson Vickie Baldwin Kristine Ball Dale Ballard Tamra Barber Bryant Barger Tom Barker Jan Barrentine Willie Bean Ricky Beasley Cristine Beatty Larry Beers Julia Bell Randy Bellamy Marvin Bement Karl Bentzer Juniors claim many honors Who says that your ju- nior year is the most boring year in high School? The class of '76 is changing this idea and proving that they made their junior year a pro- gressful one. In Art, three gold keys were awarded to Central students in the annual art contest. Two of whom were juniors, Jim Piety and Paul Szobody. Kathy Harris and Kath- y Dobson were chosen as Girls' State representa- tives. In speech Randy Bell- amy received an award for Most Improved NFL Member, and Tammy Hart received honors for Outstanding New NFL ABOVE - Junior class officers are: Mike Russell, President. Barb Dor- is, Vice President; Gay McMani- mie. Treasurer; Linda Grubert, Secretary, Julie App, Girls Social Chairman; Bill Russo, Boys So- cial Chairman. Member. Nick Abbott received the 'Reporter of the Year' Award in Journa- lism. RIGHT -Top Ten Juniors Aca- demically. FRONT ROW—Eliza- beth Cone. Carrie Edlund, Ju- dith Bixler, and Laura Miller. BACK ROW-Tod Lovan, Steven Pletcher, Craig Mason, Mark Ab- bott, Mike Sims, and Dan Plet- cher. TOP—Gay McManimie and Bill Russo lead the commencement procession. 128 Honors Juniors Nancy Berry Ronald Berry Brigette Bickart Randy Binkley Judy Bixler Denise Bleile Roy Bloch Bill Bohinc Stephen Bolinger Larry Bonds Patricia Booz Jay Borgaard Joe Bowen Alice Bowers Jeff Boyer Sean Boyer Brent Brill Steven Brewer Joe Brown Kim Brown Kimberly Brown Teri Brown Terry Brown Tom Brown Glenn Bruce Charles Buckley Chuck Bueter Gary Busse Kathy Butler Timothy Butler David Butts Glenn Calhoun Kathy Campbell Steven Campbell Tom Campbell Tim Carmien Melinda Carpenter Frank Cassella Callie Caton Bryan Cavitt Cindy Chaffee Shirley Chapman Patricia Chilcote Jody Chism Roger Chris Tim Christian Marla Christner Brett Clementz Honors Juniors 129 Steven Clindaniel Kathy Coleman Lester Coleman Elizabeth Cone Susan Cooper Lori Couse Bert Crase Kerry Cressler Laura Cressler Stephen Cripe Dan Crowder Carol Crump Ellen Custer Amy Daugherty Ethel Davidson Robert DeFerbrache Laurie Delks Mary Dibley James Dickey Charles Dimmons Martin Dinehart Kathy Dobson Steve Dolby Barb Doris Lonnie Dotson Juli Douglas Mark Doutlick Dean Dudding David Edel Carrie Edlund Jody Ehret Brenda Eisenbeiss Kirby Elliott David Elkins Herbert Ergle Carolyn Estes Tim Estes Claire Ewart Mike Fahlbeck Pamela Fann Anne Fara Ron Feller Greg Ferro Tammy Fielder Deb Fleisher Mike Fluke Pam Foley Geoffrey Forbes 130 Juniors Field Trips Field trips break Problem: How do you break the monotony of the school day? Solution: Take a few field trips. Many junior classes put this solution to work. Field trips were taken everywhere from Bonn- eyville Mill to Green- field Village. Juniors participated in the trip to see the panto- mime artist Marcel Mar- ceau with Mr. Young's Humanity classes and monotony Ms. McDougall's Drama class. Mr. Roush's American Study class took off from their usual routine to vis- it the Science and Indus- try Museum as well as the Field Museum. But no matter where they went, most students agreed that the most pleasant thought about field trips was getting to leave the classroom for awhile. LEFT—Resting on the steps of the art museum in Chicago are Dan Kessler, Tammy Barber. Ri- chard Posthuma. Bill Russo, and Mark Estep. RIGHT-Sharon Rodkey strolls through Greenfield Village. ABOVE-Kim Heiber and Marie Toth rest for awhile at Green- field Village in Detroit. Melissa Forbes Kathy Frazier Pat Freeze Deb Frey Jeffrey Fullmer Carrie Galbreath Janet Gardner Bob Gaugler Susan Geiger Jody Geil Chester Gibson Craig Gibson Jessie Gibson Tom Glanders Kathi Gluck Robert Gold Sony Goodman Melissa Gordon John Gould Pam Gravender Jackie Gray Sherri Green Vicki Green Judy Grimsley Cindy Grove Ron Grove Sierra Grove Janice Groves Matthew Grubb Teresa Grubb Field Trips Juniors 131 Juniors expect a victory RIGHT—Janet Walters. Carrie Newcomer, and Steph Mischke cheer for the Blazers at the homecoming football game. ABOVE-Roxanne Sutphin, Ms. Sherrie Watson, and Mindy Car- penter show their Blazer spirit during spirit week in accounting class. Linda Grubert Dave Gruza Cathy Hammon James Hampel Timothy Hancock Denise Hanover Phil Harnish Jay Harreld Catherine Harris Mark Harris Richard Harvell Jeri Hart Tamra Hart Janetta Haynes Ted Heal Andrew Heaton Debra Heckman Pam Heiden Debra Heinhuis Kenneth Heinrich Marshall Helenbolt Kevin Herbert Kim Hieber Lisa Higgins Doug Hill Marilyn Hinds Randall Hinds Betty Holley Michael Holley Kirk Holliday 132 Jumors Spirit Keith Holmes Kenneth Holmes Sandra Hooker Annette Hornsby Jeff Hostetler Kay Hostetler Sherry Hostetler Debra Hostetter Ted Hou Dirk Hough Terry House Jodi Huff Nina Hurowyj Jim Irwin Linda Janey Craig Johnson Jill Johnson Julie Johnson Karleen Johnson Debbie Jones Phil Kasa Karen Kegerreis Tim Keilman Wayne Kennard Amy Kennedy Daniel Kessler Mike Kiefer Tim Kiefer Patty Kilbert Greg Kilmer Darrel Kirkham David Kline Jim Klingler Kent Klopfenstein Chris Kolb Mark Kolter Jennifer Konecny Robin Krai Duane Krauter Steve Kreighbaum Vicki Kreps Kenny Kruse Kristie Kurth Lester Kurtz Fred Lace Mark Lane Marie Latham Janelle Lawson 133 Spirit Juniors Art Leach Joyce Ledbetter Pam Lefebvre Heidi Lehner Chris LeMonte John Lerner Jeffrey Lester Stacey LeVan Steven Lewis Steven Lint Tim Linton Deborah Lipp Michael Long Tod Lovan Daniel Lovell Jamie Lovely John Lucchese Robert Lukes Candace Luther Timothy Lyon Maureen Lyons Michael Mace Joe Manfredi Bruce Mann Kevin Mann Scott Mann Patricia Mapes Rodney Marsh Ernest Martin Marianne Martin Craig Mason Glenn Mason Formats change to swim suits Flying frisbees, burnt bodies, and sandy hair were all part of post prom activities at the dunes. Some prom goers arrived as early as seven a.m. at the beach, while late arrivers had to wait an hour in the car line. Once on the beach many preferred to fall asleep in the warm sand and nod off their active- ness from the night be- fore. Later in the day fris- bees were tossed, the dunes were climbed, and the forty degree water was splashed in. By three p.m., red bod- ies who just hours before were dancing at the prom, were limping down the beach stinging with sunburns. Myrtle Mathies LuAnne Matz Marlon McCain Duane McCloughan Steven McCloughan Cindy McClure Peter McClure Mike Me Corey Douglas McDaniel Cathy McGinnis Lorraine Mclntire Daniel McKinney Gay McManimie Erin McNeile Johnda McWhorter Patricia Meals 134 Juniors Prom ABOVE-For the first time in the history of E.C.H.S., sophomores were able to attend the prom as is evident by Steve Lint and his sophomore date Cindy Gold. TOP—Getting refreshments from the prom helpers, is Mai Phillips. LEFT-A prom couple dances to the music of Coal Kitchen, along with couple Mary I in Hinds and Randy Brown. Cynthia Mellott Denise Merrill Brian Messick Susan Metzger Harold Michalski Bruce Miller David Miller Dean Miller Freida Miller Laura Miller Peggy Miller Randy Miller Stephanie Mischke Mark Monroe Brian Moore Cindy Moore Susan Moore Georgiana Morehouse Mark Mossey Joni Motts Judith Murphy Charles Murray Alex Nagy Vishwa Nand Ollie Neely Mark Neilson Carrie Newcomer Miriam Nicely Richard Nichols Mary Ann Nolan Prom J unior s 135 Tammy Nolen Amy Nye Kathy O'Neill David Ortiz Jay Ostrom Michael Owens Denise Paolillo Gabriele Paris Jeff Peat John Peat Ron Perron Kathi Peterka Benjamin Pfaff Malcolm Phillips Janette Pickrell James Piedmont Michelle Piedmont James Piety Dante Pletcher Steven Pletcher Diane Poe Thomas Porter Dick Posthuma Erin Powers Gladys Pratcher Creighton Prawat Thomas Rabbitt William Ramsey Debora Ramza James Ramza Juniors fight the doldrums Being at school from eight a.m. until three p.m. can get monot- onous, but most students managed to create some good times during their leisure moments. At a time when the economy was down and most juniors had the lack of money, fun times were still going on. When asked what they did during their leisure moments at school, the following juniors re- sponded: I do everything but study.'' Patty Chilcote I don't have much spare time but when I do I play frisbee, talk to my friends, and study. Steve Pletcher I'll never tell! Juli Douglas I sing Cal lie Caton I play frisbee on the lawn. Doug Hill Sometimes I'll go to one of the practice rooms and practice the piano and violin and other times I'll study. Judy Bixler I eat brownies but most of my time at school is leisure time! T. Joe Linton ABOVE—Relaxing by the Elk- hart River in American Park dur- ing lunch break is Louie Spirito. LEFT —Diane Poe talks on the phone to a friend during her extra time. FAR LEFT—Christine Beatty, Lisa Higgins, Janice Groves, Tammy Barber, and Dave Snow- den celebrate a birthday on the front walk. 136 Juniors Leisure Brenda Ray Delois Reaves Tony Reyes Casey Richardson Catherine Rick Catherine Robinson Darlene Robinson Kelly Rock Sharon Rodkey Alexander Rodriquez Katherine Rolfsen Gregory Rose Kurtis Royer Imants Rozitis Tammy Rudolph Michael Russell William Russo Pamela Sanders Frank Sandlin Deborah Schlundt Stephen Schrock Cheryl Scott James Scott John Scott Florence Seabolt Sherrie Seap James See Barbara Shepherd Star Shepherd Stewart Silk Charles Simmons Joyce Simpson Kenneth Sims Mike Sims David Sims Sarah Singleton Terry Sites Sara Slaughter Martin Smith Michael Smith Valerie Smith David Snowden Deborah Snyder Debra Snyder Joseph Spencer Louis Spirito Thomas Spirito Kim Stahr Leisure Juniors 137 Robert Stanley Mark Stephenson Robert Stevens Stephen Strickland Julie Sumpter Roxanne Sutphin Carolyn Sutton Dennis Swartz Paul Szobody David Thomas George Thomas Elizabeth Thompson Gary Thompson Jennifer Thursby Robert Tom Stephanie Tomlinson Mane Toth Randy Trigg Christine Truex Loretta Uplinger Lanni VanPatten Sandra VanWormer Terry VanWormer Valerie Vawter Karen Virgil Karen Vollmar Mark Vosteen Teresa Wakeman Robert Walker Janette Walters John Ward Annette Warren David Watson Randy Watts Connie Weaver Russell Weaver Sue Weaver Susan Welch Cynthia Weldon Andrew Werbiansky Sue Wesselhoft Virginia West Dawn Westlake Marcia Whetzel David Whisler Thomas Whisler Kathleen White Ronald White 138 Juniors Electives Karen Whiteman James Whitesell Laura Wiercioch Course selection is varied Should I take 'Fliers' or 'Heroes? Maybe I should take 'Creative Writing' instead. Wow, now I'm really confused. Choosing class sched- ules were more confus- ing and frustrating than ever before for most ju- niors. There were more courses offered than in the past. In English the junior could take any- thing from Drama to In Search of Self , with a variety of courses in between. All that was required was that each junior stu- dent take two semesters of U.S. History and Eng- lish. The remainder of the school day was left with one-hundred and sixty other refreshing sub- jects. Even last hour releases from school could be selected, and many stu- dents took advantage of this. FAR LEFT-Laurie Delks, Brent Clementz, Tammy Barber, Bill Bohmc, and Linda Grubert play the Mismatch game for a skit in Mr. Kenton Monjon's Creative Writing. ABOVE—Equipped with goggles and smock, Carol Crump per forms an experiment in her Chem- ical Analysis class. CENTER-Jody Ehert reads her assignment in U.S. History class. ABOVE—Barb Dorris experiments in Journalism class to see if stu- dents would come to her aid in a time of trouble. Donald Willey David Williams Cynthia Wise Ronnie Witt Julia Wolf Thomas Woofter Michael Wood Carolyn Wright Teresa Wyatt Grant Yoder Tamara Yoder Susan Young Dan Zimmerman Doug Zimmerman Leaann Zimmerman Elect ives Jun� ors 139 It's a bird, it's a plane, no—it's twoallbeefpatties- specialsaucelettucecheese- picklesonionsonasesameseed- bun. Amidst flocks of four and five year-olds rushing to McDonald's to say the Big Mac slogan were numerous Central seniors. Most were successful and all enjoyed the short regres- sion to their childhood. This was just one example of the crazy things seniors did. Small moments of in- sanity such as climbing the flagpole and the mysterious appearance of half of the class at the Dunes on May 9th highlighted the some- times uneventful last year of school. Whether running down the hall, throwing a frisbee on the front lawn, or cheer ing at an athletic event, good times were abundant in the lives of the Class of '75 Right—Diana Huot gives James a helping hand with his blocks. Diana completed her Community Services class by volunteering at the Rehabil- itation Center. Above—Rick Stouder, Pete Denton, Doug Zentz, Carl Sartorius, Mike Derrenberger, and Ron Mayer sing Calculus Carols before presenting them to Trig classes. 140 Seniors FAR LEFT-Gritand determination are apparent as Gene Monteith pedals his way to the finish at the N.H.S. trike race. LEFT-Jean Farrell enjoys her lunch as she soaks up the noon sun on a well-placed stone bench. BELOW- Ki$sy, Kissy, teases Kurt Free as Kim Lewis slowly inches away towards freedom. FAR LEFT-Central senior Lynee Walters gives an impromptu con- cert for friends during lunch. LEFT—The pride of Dogpatch, Brenda Eisenbeis, boogies at the Sadie, while Kevin Rick moves in the back. Seniors Good Times 141 Steven Acord Michael Adams Nancy Allen Connie Alvey Edgar Ayers Michael Alert Charles Babcock Robin Bailey Claudette Balint Daryl Bartlett Mary Battjes Frank Beard Thomas Beatty Jeffrey Beaudette David Benn Senioritis epidemic hits January graduates Senioritis affects every- one some time during their last year. Most find them- selves infected in early spring, but a few get the itch sooner. These few are called January graduates. Michele Hebert explains, I've been in school for 12 years and I'm tired of it. I want to get out on my own before I start college. For some seniors, early graduation is a necessity. I need to earn money in order to continue my edu- cation, says Galen Royer. Others are enrolled in vo- cational training programs, insuring them a jump on the job market. Many use the time to take up long-lost favorite pasttimes such as skiing and reading. Most students, however, trace their graduation back to boredom and a desire to try their wings. 142 Seniors January Grads Debra Berkey JoAnn Berkey Joanne Berkshire Michael Berry Raymond Bierbaum Paula Bilancio Susan Bingaman Sonja Birutschenko Nancy Bissell Kathleen Bock Annie Bolen Steven Bollero Tim Boner Diana Bontrager Thomas Boomershine Below—Senior Galen Royer pauses for a final glance as he leaves Central for the last time. Left-Solitude, snow, and stone benches provide a oold, but work- able, study hall for January grad- uate Michelle Hebert. Below—After the reading of the morning announcements, Ruth Mar- jason discusses and reacts to the proposed lunch menu. Seniors 143 m Seniors victorious V-l-C-T-O-R-Y, that's our senior battle cry! This yell filled the gym during a pep session following Central's first homecoming parade. The seniors, though, had good reason to cheer. Their float, The Spirit of 75, had just won the parade judg ing. Since the parade occured near Halloween, the class chose a ghostly theme. On the float were six-foot hay- stacks and as many sheet- clad spooks as could be held. The winning float, spon- sored by the class officers, was created in the home of Bill Merryfield. Construc- tion turnout was small, al- though the entire class was invited. Building had to be re- sumed, even after the judg- ing. Unexpected rains caught the float uncovered, and the upperclassmen found it necessary to recov- er the vehicle before the evening's game. Seniors Betsy Froelich, Cheryl Van- Camp, Kit Havlish, Bill Merryfield, and Pat Eastman prepare their float for judging. We're No. 1! shouts Claudette Balint as she flashes a signal during the Homecoming game. Cynthia Braniff Joy Bray Janet Brenneman Mark Brinson Dennis Brown Michael Brown Nancy Buenzli John Bugh Steven Burleson Cheryl Burns John Butler Maria Canchola Angela Cantrell David Carr Gerald Casselman Melanie Cataldo Jeffrey Cealka Ellen Chappell Cynthia Chrisman Bettena Clay Edwin Cleaveland John Coddens Valerie Conley Mary Cook Sarah Cooke Douglas Coss Darlene Cox Randy Coyle Craig Craft Gregory Craft Christina Crain Eric Craven Lisa Dausey Peter Denton Seniors 145 Mike Derrenberger Stephen Detwiler David DeVincent Georgia Dick Jeffrey Dinehart 'in-, John is BIG name Seniors discovered that there is some value in all aspects of music. Extremists at heart, se- niors' favorite types of mu- sic were either classical or rock. John was a big name in music. Elton John and John Denver were favorite male performers, while Olivia Newton-John was the fa- vorite female. Many spent a night on the Notre Dame campus to obtain tickets for the Elton John concert at the ACC. Veteran groups defended their kingdoms well. Poll leaders were Three Dog Night and Chicago. Back- ing them up were the Beatles and Moody Blues. The number-one album among Central seniors was 'Goodbye Yellow Brick Road'. Minnie Ripperton's 'Loving You' and the prom theme, 'Stairway to Heaven' were favorite songs. Ki v, ' Nancy Dobson Scott Doty Teri Douglas Diane Dovey Dennis Downs Jon Duncan Deborah Duvall Mary Jo Eakle Patricia Eastman Linda Eber 146 Seniors Stanley Edson Robert Elder Robert Eldridge Kevin Emery Lynn Engle Douglas Evans Mary Fara Sally Farmer Randy Farrell Sabrina Feldman Mark Feller Paula Ferguson Tony Ferro Laura Fiorentino John Fillio Music Seniors 147 Robert Fleck Deborah Franger Kurt Free Terry Frend Gregory Frick Elizabeth Froelich Karen Fruchey John Futterknecht Julia Galbreath Teresa Gard Karen Garl Kathy Garl Christine Garver Cynthia Gaugler Cheryl Gautsche Karen Gay Philip Gelatt Kevin Genth Becky Gentry Thomas Ghrist Cathy Glasgow Pamela Glazer Jane Gosling Mary Gouker Miranda Graham Janet Gray Linda Greene Michael Greene Janice Greenwood Heinz Grubert 148 Seniors Denise Guy Rebecca Habegger Burnita Hadley William L. Haggerty Charles Hall LEFT-Patricio Lolas pauses in the Publications office during a news- paper interview. BELOW—Hiroko Sakurai displays her original Origami (paper folding) mobile. v v ' Cultures compared Would you give up one year of your life to go half- way across the world to a country where you couldn't speak the language? Two students made such an ob- ligation when they came to Central as exchange stu- dents for their senior year. Hiroko Sakuri's initial observation was that tlk- hart was quiet and peaceful. This is understandable con- sidering she comes from a suburb of Tokyo. In comparison with U.S. schools, Hiroko noted that Japanese learning consists mainly of memorization, while in the U.S. stu- dents learn a way of think- ing. Also coming to ECHS was Chilean Patricio Lolas. Although Patricio spoke almost no English when he entered Central after nine months he had gained a workable fluency. Patricio encountered many differences when he returned home in June. Since he had left, the government had been over- thrown by a junta regime. Patricio stated, however, that most of the Chilean people favored the junta which gives them freedom and security. Foreign Students Seniors 149 True life experiences make interesting viewing With movie prices being “ ' — $2.50 to $3.00, some Cen- tral seniors have abandoned the theaters. Many feel they can get the same quality entertainment on television. Some, however, still man- age to scrape up enough to attend a movie now and then, according to a senior poll. These people find movies based on real life exper- iences to be most interesting. Among the favorites were Serpico , Funny Girl , Lenny and The Life and Times of Grizzly Adams . Watching television has become less popular, but favorites range from, Happy Days to Kung Fu . The most popular TV programs are comedy series ( Mash , Happy Days , and Mary Tyler Moore.'). Other favorites are Night Gallery , Marcus Welby and Kojak . Kathryn Havlish Mary Hayes Timothy Heal Robert Heaton Cheryl Heeg Craig Heitzman Stephen Henderson Gregory Herron Julia Hertzler Timothy Hess Sonya Hill Kim Holcomb Esther Holdeman Leigh Holdeman Tony Holley 150 Seniors Entertainment FAR LEFT—Ellen Chapell and Kathy Bock discuss new movies that are coming to local theaters. LEFT-Kathy Packer relaxes while watching an E.H.S. closed cir- cuit television program. Kathleen Holmes John Hornell Jeffrey House Elizabeth Hruby Diana Hout Henry Huth Jeffrey lannarelli Brenda Ickes Anthony Irving William Isley Mark Jessen Cynthia Johnson Mitchell Jackson Laura Jones Barbara Kauffman Seniors Entertainment 151 Jeans preferred Jeans, dresses, t-shirts, platforms, and tennies. What determines what a senior wears? a) comfort b) appearance c) mood d) day's planned activities e) all of the above According to a poll of the senior class, E is the correct answer. The poll revealed that jeans are still as popular as ever. 79% wear jeans be- cause they find them com- fortable. Some students stated they even wear jeans to dress up. Most seniors dress up oc- casionally. Only 7% never dress up. Most girls stated going out as their main rea- son for dressing up. Boys dress up for church. Central students revealed that in and out fash- ions no longer exist. Most students do not dress as their friends. Hairstyles are quite var- ied. Girls like styles ranging from Afros to pony tails. Both boys and girls like long hair best. Hair coloring and wigs are a rarity at Central. Only five percent admitted they dye their hair or wear a wig. ABOVE-Styles range from denim to double knit as Steve Super and Anita Krauklis chat. 152 Semors Fashions Kimberly Knipfel Daniel Kramer Anita Krauklis Dennis Krauser Gary Kruse Barbara Kunkle Sara Kurtz Valerie Kurtz Joan Labrum Jerri Lane Mary LeDonne Melanie Lee Dana Lenhart Brian Lewis Kathleen Lewis Kimberly Lewis William Lewis Marie Lidy George Lillard Jeffrey Lint Laura Linton Leslie Linton Patricio Lolas Marcia Losee Kathleen Lovan Hubert Lowery Marcia Mackey Susan Manley Michael Mann Sandra Marbeiter Seniors 153 Ruth Marjason Susan Mark Janet Marshall Susan Mart Thomas Martin Ronald Mayer Sharon Mayer Mark McClintic Robert McClure Roberta McCollough Doretta McDowell LeAnne McFall Mary Mclntire Jean McKim Michael McKinney ECHS seniors find cost of living high FAR RIGHT—Mary Ann Gouker and Todd Mitchell size-up their cap and gowns before graduation. CENTER-Graduating seniors pick up their cap and gowns in the audi- torium during lunch. RIGHT—Burnita Hadley and Vikki Johnson check to make sure they received the right number of an- nouncements and name cards. 154 Seniors Expenses Thomas Mellish Steven Merchant Debbie Meredith Danny Merrick William Merryfield Cynthia Messick Debra Messimore Jeffrey Metevier Terri Metzger Donald Miller Dyrk Miller Jack Miller Patricia Miller Vickie Miller Wesley Miller Band Uniform .... $ 3.00 Cap Gown........$ 5.40 Grad. Announce. . . $25.00 Senior pics.......$36.00 Where does all the mo- ney come from? is heard from all over when it's time for seniors to figure their annual budgets. Senior pictures need to be taken in July and Au- gust. As a result, senior's pockets are raided before the year even begins. Yearbook, book rental, music uniform rent, and athletic insurance all must be paid as soon as school starts. When you're just starting to save for Christmas, grad- uation announcements must be ordered. Then just as you are recovering from Christ- mas, cap and gown orders are sent in. Being a senior is a big hole in the student's or his parents' pocket. Either way it's expensive, as seniors soon learn. 1 Semofs Expenses 155 Mitchell Milliner Donna Mills Thomas Mills JoAnne Minnes Dennis Mishler Todd Mitchell Daniel Monroe Ralph Montagano Amy Monteith Eugene Monteith ' C 4'- No one can go back— seniors begin new Though no one can go back and make a new start my friend, you can begin new to make a new end. The theme of the class of 1975 was written by an unknown author. The class of '75 graduated 5 students with a 4.0 grade point average, 6 sets of twins, and one student who has managed to go through 13 years of school with perfect attendance. The class will always be remembered as the first to go through Central High School completely. Another way they will be remembered is by their gift of trees being placed between the parking lot and Blazer Blvd. This class has known fun, laughter, pain and tears as it passed through school. And fond memories will always exist. A j yv t V At 1 ■ •’’! A Victoria Moore Melanie Morgan Agnes Nagy Mary Nagy Robert Nel list 156 Seniors David Nihart Jenny Nihart Robin Nolte Daniel Nommay Rebecca Nussbaum Laura Nye Liam O'Donovan Paul Ogren Michelle O'Hara Rose Oliver FAR LEFT—Top Ten Seniors: Front Row: Patti Wolph, Karen Gay. Patti Miller. Melanie Lee. Back Row: Karen Weaver. Diana Hout. Kathy Bock. Julie Hertzler. and Yvonne Whisler. LEFT—Senior Class Officers are Pat Eastman, Vice-Presidents, Sue Batt- jes. Secretary, Bill Merryfield, Social Chairman; Cheryl VanCamp. treasur- er; and Frank Beard. Presidents. Kimberly Ott Dieter Owens Stephen Owens Kathy Packer Jeffrey Parsons Seniors 157 Henry David Thoreau once said, If a man does not keep pace with his companions, perhaps it is because he hears a different drummer. Each generation has had its attempt at individualism and the Class of 1975 was no exception. Whether in sports, art, dramatics, or music, you saw seniors devoting hour after hour to their art. In dramatics, the ac- claimed Elkhart Godspell pleased and inspired many people. With senior Denny Krauser in the lead, this senior-dominated group gave benefit performances across the state. Central's music program. while laced with underclass- men, was supported by its talented senior members. In all, 50 senior musicians received recognition for their performance during regional and state music contests. Artistic talent was abun- dant also in the senior class. A total of 10 seniors received awards at a local art contest. These seniors, with numerous others, made up the unique side of Elk- hart Central, the individual side. Thoreau concluded, as have many tentative grad- uates, Let him step to the music which he hears, how- ever measured or far away. ABOVE LE FT —Denny Krauser, as Jesus, explains his Father's kingdom to Melanie Lee. ABOVE RIGHT —Inspired by the beautiful day, senior Jon Duncan plays his guitar on the lawn. LEFT-A plaster mask of Jean Fy- rell was one art project by Dee Dee Bontrager and Leslie Linton. 158 Seniors Talent Gina Pavoni Anne Perron Susan Peterman James Peterson Marlon Phillips Karen Pickett Elaine Posthuma Vicki Price Brian Pritschet David Rahn Rosalie Raney Judy Ravenscroft Cynthia Reed Anita Rembert Larry Reser Jon Rheinheimer Kevin Rick Timothy Ritchie Elizabeth Rody Tracy Rouen Galen Royer Martin Rueff Michael Ruelas Kathleen Russell Richard Rust Hiroko Sakurai Scott Sanders Carl Sartorius Lisa Scheuer Amy Schmalenberger Kristin Schwerha Barbara Sears James Sharp Cathy Shea Seniors 159 Thomas Shea Tracy Shepard Donald Sigsbee Linda Silk Rex Singleton Thomas Sipe RIGHT—Elated graduate Melanie Lee is assisted from the stage by Junior Class Boys Social Chairman, Bill Russo. BELOW-Moving their tassels from left to right are graduates Marcia Losee, Patricio Lolas, Leslie Linton, Lori Linton, Jeff Lint, and George Liliard. Senior reflections I am a member of the Class of 1975. That does not mean that I am specta- cular or above average, but that I am at the turning point of my life. These past twelve years haven't always been easy or fun. It has taken a lot of hard work and determina- tion, combined with a few tears, to reach this mark. I have succeeded in cap- turing a great deal from these years, and I rank my success no lower than that of the first men who landed on the moon. I am no longer a child, but I have yet to prove that I am an adult. I am ready to decide for myself and ac- cept the outcome of my decisions. After many years of fun times, sad times, good times, and bad times, I am a graduating senior. I am a member of the Class of 1975. 160 Seniors Reflections Michael Sliger Jay Smith Melissa Smith Patricia Smith Thomas E. Smith Thomas M. 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Main St. Karen Virgil Enjoy life a little more with a cycle from North End Cycle 2522 Cassopolis for home improvement supplies, shop at Alex’s Paint Store 1035 Johnson St. Ann Leach Congratula- tions to the class of ‘75’ from . . . Jessen Mfg. Co. 1409 W. Beardsley You’ll find all your drug store needs at Judd Drugs 317 West Lusher 2115 West Lexington 1007 West Franklin Bacon Hill Shopping Center Ellen Custer Karen Grubert Wishing the class of ‘75’ the best of luck Elkhart Bridge and Iron 929 N. Michigan Our clothes even make dummies look good at Keene’s Klothes and Boot Shop 424 S. Main St. Mark Vite ELKHART AUTO DEALERS _0 .c of the Secretary 116 So. Second Street ELKHART. INDIANA MEMBERS Vernon M. Ball, Inc. Joe Cunningham's Lincoln-Mercury, Inc. Lochmandy Buick, Inc. McHenry Olds-Cadillac Putnam Imports Battjes Pontiac, Inc. Pete Fall Ford, Inc. Lochmandy Motors, Inc. Tom Naquin Chevrolet Toyota of Elkhart, Inc. Trux, Inc. Joe Kaehr Saluting A great class A great band A great sqhooj Selmer Post Office Box 1004 2126 Edwardsburg Rd. Elkhart, Indiana 46514 Best wishes to a great class from 1717 Cassopolis Street Elkhart Flowers by Wire Anywhere F.T.D. Member Frye Nursery Garden Center Phone 264-3 I I 2 for all your floor care needs, shop at Harter Floor Care 1403 W. Lusher 522-9928 Welcome to a new concern, with a new concern for you! Citizens Northern Bank of Elkhart corner of Main and Jackson Liz Rhuby One of Elkhart’s finest “sporting goods” centers Sportsman’s Enterprises 1126 Johnson St. Heinz Grubert Make your car shine like new Rocket Car Wash 513 E. Lexington Ave. Sue Mark For beautiful atmosphere and great food, Gina’s Sherwood Lounge 736 Middleton Run Rd. Tim Downey and Kelly Lantz For fresh fruits and meats Outdoor Market 1635 Cassopolis Street 0000 Even if you earn only $24.76 a week, you need a First National banker. If you earn money—any amount of money—it's time you had a bank. Because learning how to handle your income can be just as important as the amount of money you make We d like to help you get a start on good money manage- ment with your first savings or checking account. Over the years. First National has introduced hundreds of students to banking. We consider it an investment in your future—and ours. You'll soon be needing a lot of other bank services, and we want to be the bank you remember. We figure we can’t start too soon. And neither can you. Welcome to the world of ciostri j MI I SI su m AMBURI flSH Mill Irm First National Bank, Elkhart 301 south MAIN Member FDIC pUlit in Sexviu Since, 1909 N MAIN $T WEEKDAYS 7 A.M - 7 P.M SAT 7 AM - 6 PM BEACON Hill WEEKDAYS 8 A M. - 8 P.M SAT 8 A M. - 8 P.M SHIRT LAUNDRY BOX STORAGE FUR CLEANING DRAPERY CLEANING MOTH PROOFING ALTERATIONS DRIVI-UP WINDOW Saniton i 201 N. MAIN STREET BACON HILL SHOPPING CENTER ED A DOROTHY TRUMP Properimtors Torch Industries Builders of Fine Mobile Homes 2701 W. Mishawaka Rd. for quality and variety in all your drug store needs, shop at Johnson Drugs Easy Shopping Place Jill Johnson, Steve Campbell, Lisa Dausey The Adams Westlake Company 1025 North Michigan St. Elkhart, Indiana 46514 Best wishes to the Class of 75' Ever run into a friend by accident, let us help patch things up. Elmer’s Body Shop 213 S. Elkhart Ave. For delicious hamburgers and crisp french fries Burger Chef 715 Napanee Hurry on down to Hardee’s where the burgers are charco-broiled Pierre Moran Mall 500 W. Bristol Micki O'Hara For everything from A to Z, shop at Ziesel’s 327 S. Main Pierre Moran Mall Best wishes to a great school from a great Company . . Bristol Products EAGLE ENTERPRISES, INC. 401 JAY DEE STREET ELKHART. INDIANA 46514 Good Luck Seniors nirp INDUSTRIAL WOOD PRODUCTS, INC P.O.BOX 1211 • ELKHART, INDIANA • 46514 • 219 294-1585 Congratulations Class of '75 Good Luck Blazers! Travel wood Trailer Sales 919 N. Napanee Let us help select a boat thats just right for you. Bulldog Marina 3924 E. Jackson Kurt Free Congratulations Graduates! Palmer Hardware 111 Prarie Court Dan Zimmerman For delicious cuisine, try Denny Krauser Jane Gosling Casey’s Restaurant 411 S. Main St. Let our highly skilled and intelligent staff meet your family dining needs at: The Pantry Bacon Hill Shopping Center Advertising Next to a boy, diamonds are a girls best friend Johnny’s Jewelry 529 S. Main Ellen Custer and Lonnie Packer Fine foods with quality service at: WILTS. Bacon Hill Shopping 111 E. Lusher 100 Easy Shopping Place 1221 S. Main Tim Butler Advertising . Teresa Gard Chuck Wilson Patty Mapps where bowlings a ball 1910 Cassopolis Phone 264-3885 INDEX A Abbott, Nick-128.97,55,54.88,197 Abbott, Phillip 128 Abbott, Shari 116 Abplanalp, Jon-116 Acord. Randy- 128 Acord. Steve -142 Adams and Westlake 183 Adams, Michael-142 Addington, Carol 116 Addington. Theresa 128 Administration- 78,101 Advertismg-164 190 Aenis, Brenda -128,37 Albright, Deborah-128 Alert, Mike-142 Alex Paints—174 Alexenko, George-102 Allen, Andrea—116 Allen, Cheryle-116 Allen, Kenneth-116 Allen, Patricia 116 Allen, Nancy -142 Altemeyer, Richard- 116.96,29 Alvey, Connie—142.78.49 Anderson. Galen —116 Anderson, Rebecca 128 Anglemyer. Mary Jo—116 Ankersen. Lars-128 App, Julie 128.43 Arby's 170 Arisman. Kandy-116 Arisman. Scot- 128 Arko. Susan -116.82.43.41.18,125. 162,121 Armstrong, Ann 116,82,78.125 Arnold. Tim 128 Arroyo, Sophie 128 Art-74.75 Arter' John Ashe, Lorraine-128 Ashley. Paul—128 Atkinson, Sherry-128 Atkinson, Susan—116 Ayers. Ed-142 B Babcock, Charles-142,76 Babcock, Debora-116 Bailey, Cynthia-116,118 Bailey, Robin—142 Band F Realty-170 Bair, James 116,96,12,6 Baldwin. Monmca—116.78 Baldwin. Jickie—128 Balmt, Claudette-144,142.93,55 Ball, KristTne—128 Ball, Melinda—116 1 VH Ball. Tamra-lJJ ard,©aJ0p T28,9 Baizano rocco 116 Band B-79 . ?s. Stephen- 1J 6.l£ farber. Tamara- 128.139,136.131 Barger, Bryant-128 Barker, Colleen-116 Barker, Thomas-128 Barnes, Chanssa 116.90.87.43.31. 122 . • Bartlett. Daryl-142 � Bartlett. Karleen -82,13' Bartcm, Alice-416 Barrentine, Jap-128 . Baseball-94-96 Basketball-26-28 Baskin, Joyce-116 B tjesTKatmeen3l 16.78 18,120.125 Battjes. Mary Sue-142,157.65.43, 25 Bean. Willie 128,28-26 Beard. Frank 142.157.93.59 Bt jrd. Jessie -1'16 Beasley. Rick 128.116 Beatty. Oistme-1 28.136 Beatty. Steve 116,13 Beatty, Tom 142,13 8eaudette, Jeffrey-142 Beers, Larry 1 28 Beeson, Charles-102 Bell. Julia-128 Bell, Max-102,111 Bellamy, Kit-116.43 Bellamy. Randall 128.78.58.34 Bement, Jeanette-116.1 22 Bement, Marvm 128.15 Benn, David-142 Bennett, Carla-116 Bennett. Diana-116,78 Bennett. John 116 Bentzer, Karl- 128 Berkey. Deb-142 Berkey, JoAnn—143 Berkshire. Joanne-143,49 Berman‘s-167 Berry, Cmdy-116 Berry, Geoff-116 Berry, Michael 143 Berry, Nancy-129,82 Berry, Ronald-129 Bias. Al 103.100.86.55,19 Bickart, Brigette -129.25.23 Bierbaum. Ray 143.55 54.19 Bilancio. Paula 143.44 Billings. Brad 116 Bingaman. Sue 143 Binkley, Randall 129 Birutschenko, Sonja-143 Bishop. Lisa 116 Bissell, Ann-116.87,43.25 Bissell, Nancy 143.87.86.43.35.25 Bixler, Judith- 129.136.128.78 Black. Pamela-116 Blaisdell, Fred 9 Bieile. Denise- 129 Blenner. Leslie- 116.123,82.43.41.36, 18 • Bloch, Johnathon-116 Bloch, Roy-129 Blocher, Kathy 116 Blosser, Larry 116.96.12 Bock, Kathleen 143.197,15 151, 8886.78.55,54 M Boger. Susan- 116.123,8 .56.43.25, 1 18 6 Boh.nc. William- 129.139.75 • Bolen, Annie-143 Bollero, Barb-117 Bollero, Steven 14 Bolinger, Stephan—1! Bolzano, Rocko—12 Bonds, LarryU-’l Boner. Timotb| D43 Bon t ragerjfffa n3 — 14 3.158.87.83 82 BQQ ershine, Thomas •ster Club-31 looz. Patti-129,66 Borgaard. Jay-129.20 Bossnack, Adam-102 Bowen. Janice 117 Bowen, John — 144,64 Bowen, Joseph 1 29,76,15 Bowers, Alice- 129 Bowling. Vern-117 £®owman, Lisa 117.82,41 Boyer. Jeff 129 “Boyer. Sean 129.78 Boyer. Stephanie-117 W- Boynton. Larry—117 Brandenburg, Pamela-144 Braniff, Cynthia-144,193.88 Brantley, Tim—117 Bray. Joy 144 Bremman, Laurel-11 7,45 Breniman. Warren 99 Brenneman, Janet 144 B rewerjatt ve n -1 29 4Br,II. Brent-129,96.94 Brill. Connie 117 Brindley, Mary 11 'Brinson. Mark 144 Bristol Products 185 Broadbent, Betsy-25,22 Broadbent, Pnscilla-23 Broadbent. Jim -117 Broadbent. Sue-71 Brown. Dennis 145 Brown, Dianne—122 Brown, Frances 87,86.41 Brown. Hubert 117 Brown, Jane—74 Brown, Joseph 129 Brown, Kim 129 Brown, Kimberly 129.73 Brown. Margaret-39.103 Brown, Michael 145 Brown, Teri-129,78,43 Brown, Terry 129 Brown. Tommy 129 Bruce. Elizabeth-117 Bruce, Glenn 129 Brumbaugh, Timothy-117,96,15 Brunson, Michael 117 Bryan, Joseph 117 Buckley, Carol-117 Buckley. Charles-129 Buenzli. Nancy—145.90,25 Bueter, Charles—129 Bugh, John —145,94 Burger Chef 183 Burleson Steven- 145 Bulldog Marina-186 Burns, Cheryl-145 Burns, Patricia-117,78 Busse, Gary-129.13 Busse. Russell -102,103 Business—68,69 Butler, John -145 Butler, Kathy-129 Butler, Kevin -117,12 Butler, Timothy-129 Bum, David -129,33 143.9 Calhoun. Glenn-129.26,27 Campancilo, Tony—11 7,12 Campbell, Harriett 102,18 Campbell. Jackie-11 7 Campbell, Kathy 129 Campbell. Steve-129,13 Campbell. Tom-129 Candhola, 'Maria-145 Canning, Ann-11 7 fell. Kenneth-77,76.12.9 Angela-145,93 � r� . Pamela 117,71 Carmien, Timothy-129 Carpenter, Melinda -129,70 Carr. Alonzo- 49 C rr, David—145.78,64 Carter, Ray -117 Casey's-187 Cassellj, Frank-129 Casselman, Gerald 145 Casselrrsan, Laura—117 Cataldo Melanie 145.41 Caton. Callie 129.136,61,25 Cavitt, Harold- 129.78 Cealka. Jeffrey 145,61,60,34 Chaffee, Cindy- 129.66 Crfapman. Shirley 129.82.41 Chappell. Ellen 145.151,65.31 Cheerleaders 30 Chester, Pauline-114 Chilcote, Patricia -129.43.25 Childers. Darlene 11 Chism, Joselyn -129 Cho.r-80 81 Choler. Greg-117 .-f Chomer. John -11 7 Chris, Roger 129 Chrisman, Cynthia —145 Chrtst.an, Timothy-129 Chnstner. Laune 117 Christner, Marla 129 CiUjiiei s Northern 8ank 178 Clark, Rouen 103.28.27 Clay. Better a 145 Cleaveland. Ed 145.13 Cleaveland, Mary -125.122.118.82. 41 Clementz, Brett 129.139,95.94.65. 52 Clindaniet, Panela 118,55 Cimdaniel, Steve 130.9 Clipp. Cynthia-118.78.20 •192 IndejJ Closing—198 201 Cockerham, Jessie 118,28.12 Coddens, John 145 Coleman, Buddy-28 Coleman. Kathy- 130 Coleman. Lester 130 Collier, Mary 118 Collins, Raymond 118,78,32 Combs. Gene 114 Comer. Brenda 1 18.43 Comer. Michael - 37 Comer. Steve 118 Commons. Ronald 118 Community Interaction-44.45 Conard. Jerry 49 Conard. Melody 118 Cone. Elizabeth 130.128.78 Coning, Mary- 33 Conley. Bruce 118 Conley, Valerie 145 Cook, Deborah 118 Cook. Debora—118 Cook, Mary-145,49 Cooke, Sarah- 145,78.25 Cooper, James-118 Cooper. Susan-130 Correia, Rita 118 Coss, Douglas-145.9 Coss, Lmda-118,78 C O Tools-172 Country Club Lanes-190 Couse, Lori-130 Cox, Darlene-145 Coyle. Randy-145,32 Craft, Craig-145 Craft, Greg-145 Cram, Christma-145 Crase. Bert 130 Crase, Gordie-118 Craven. Eric—145 Craven, Meredith-118 Cressler, Kerry- 130 Cressler, Laura-130 Cripe. Mike-118,33.25,23 Cripe. Stephen- 130.94,9 Crooks. Yvonne—114 Cross Country—14-15 Cross. Charles-118 Crowder. Donald-130,78 Crump, Carole-130,139,25 Crump, Larry-25 Cunningham, Wilhe-12 Cuppy, Pamela 118 Current. Donald-118 Custer. Ellen 130 D D Hobbies 172 Dabler. Kay-103,39 Dailey Life - 16-21 Darrah. Lynn-118 • Daugherty. Amy 130 Dausey, L sa Carol-145 Davidson. Ethel-1 30 Davis, Rochelle—118 Davis, Sidney-11? Davis. Susan-118,43 Deal, June-103 DeFerbrache. Robert-1 30 DeGoher. Patti-118 Deitch. David —118 DeKoster. Jim- 118 Delks, Laurie J-139.130.78 DeLucinay. Deb—119 Denton. Peter-145,140,62,34.25 Derr, Lori L-125,119 Derrenberger, Mike- 146.140,78,15 Detwiler, Stephen C-146 DeVmcenr. David -146 DeVort . SusanJ-119 Dibley, Mary 130,87 D.bley, Mike 119.12 Dick, Georgia 146 Dickerhoff, SharlegnVI19,82 Dickey. James 130 Dimons, Charles-130 1 Dmehari, Jeffrey—146 Dinehart, Martin-130.21,13 Doberen2, Scott-119 Dobson Kathryn 130,128.59.58.25 Dobson, Nancy Jo-146,43,37,35,25 Doc y, Jeffrey 119 Dodd, Russell 119 Dolby. Steven 130 Dumb, Dora-197.139,132.128.88. 55 53 Dorns, Barbara—139,130,128.87 Dotson, Lonnie- 130 Doty. Marc 119 Doty. Scott -146 Dougherty. Kurt 119,28.13 Douglas, Julie —136,1 30,82,78,31 Douglas, Ten L-146 Doutltck. Mark—130 Douwsma, Dean—119 Dover. Harry -119.29 Dovey, Diane C—146 Downey Timothy M- 9 Downs. Dennis AJan-146 Driver's Ed-48.49 Dudding, Dean J—130,68 Dudek, Cathy-119 Dugle, Lynn—119.43 Duncan, Jon R —158.146 Duncan. Lori 119 Dunfee, Jenny- 119 Duvall, Debra M—146,25 Du we, Sandra- 105,39 Duzy, Sherrill—119 Dve. Sherry L- Dygent's 168 F Eagle Enterprises 185 Eakie, Mary Jo 1 46,83.82 Eash, Brent-£122.119 Eastman, SMI 119.76 Eastman, Patricia S—157,146,144,25 Eber, Linda K—146 Eber, Robert-119 Edel, Dave-130,96.94,12,9 Edlund, Carrie J-130,128.68,25 Edson, Stan K—147 Edwards, Tammy -119 Ehret, Jody i130 Eisenbeiss. Brenda -141,130,66 Eisenberg, Bernice—114 Elder, Robert 147 Eldridge, Brenda A—119 Eldridge. Robert S—147,97 Elkhart Auto Dealer's-176 Elkhart Bridge and Iron 176 Elkhart Cleaners 181 Elkhart Truth 1 71 Elmer's Body Shop- 183 Enret, Jody-139 Elkins. David 130 Eller. Roy L-119 Ellis, Robert—104 Elliott, Lee C—119 Eltzroth, Kathy J—119 Emerick. Gretchen K -119 Elliott, Kirby—130,77 Emerson, Cheryl L—120,119 Emerson, Mark W—119 Emery, Kevin A-147 Engle, Lynn- 147 English 56,57 Enos. Randall 119 Eppers, Amy E — 119,82,43.18 Ergle, Catherine E—119 Ergel, Herbert — 130 Estep, Mark-119 Estes, Carolyn 130 Estes, Tim—130,25 Evans, Douglas-33,197 Ewart. Claire— 130 Excel-165 f Faculty 102-115 Eager. Gayle—119 Fahey, Connie 59,103,104 Fahlbeck, Mike —130 Fann, Gary 119 Fann, Pamela—130 Fann, Tim—119 Fara, Anne 65.130 Fara, Mary 147 Farmer, Sally- 25,78,147 Farrell. Jean 73.75.141.158,163 Farrell, Joseph- 119,122 Farrell, Randy—147 Fashions 52-53 Feighner, Robert—105 Feldman, Sabrina 147 Feldman, Thomas—62,33,119 Feller, Mark - 147 Feller, Ronaid-130 Ferguson, Paula—43,147 Fernalt, Rick-119 Ferrell, Cathy 119 Ferro. Greg—9,94,130 Ferro. Tony 65,147 Field. Rebecca 87,119,120 Fielder, Tami- 130 FilliO, John—49,147 Ftieccia. Garry 104 Finn, Michael- 25,119 Fiorentino, Greg- 119 Florentine. Laura 14 First National Bank —180 Fish-n-Chips-16 Fize, Paul-119 Fleck, Robert 148 Fleisher, Debra -65.130 Foland, Ted-29,39.104,111 Foley, Mike-1 30 Fons, Michael 20.29.119.120,122 Football-8,9,12 Forbes, Geoffrey-130 Forbes, Melissa—25.58,59.131 ■- Foreign language- 66.67 Formsa, Daniel-12.28.119,121 FOx's Jewelers-1 64- ' |ranger. Debt-148 Franklin, Robert -69 Frazier, Katherine—131 Free, Jamea—10,29,119 Free, Kurtr25,29.35.141.148 freeze. Bill—1 31 Freeze, Kathleen-119.199 Freeze, Pat- 76 frend. Terry- 148 - Frey, Debra 78,131 Frick, Greg- 29.148 Froehch, Betsy-30,144,148 Froutzis, Mina—78.130 FruChey, Karen —62.55,88,148,197 Frye Nursery-177 Fuller. Cathy-43.82,120 Fuller, Mike-1 3,120 Fullmer. Jeff-72,131 Funk, Dave—20,120,122 Funk, Laune-120 Funk, Scott-120 Futterknecht, John -9,27,97.148 Gibson, Craig 131 Gibson, Jesse 131 Gilbert, Bev—120 Gina's 179 Girls Sports 40-43,82 3,86 Girten, Charles 19,49,29 Gist. Tim- 120 Glanders, Thomas 26,27.131 Glanders. Randy 120 Glasgow, Cathy 148 Glazer, Pam- 44,82,148 Gluck. Kathi 88,131 Goble, Mike 120 Gold. Cindy 120,135 Gold. Robert 131 Golf-97 Goodman, Sony-131 Gordon, Lee-120 Gosling, James—25,36,78,120 Gosling, Jane—25,22,20,148 Gouqer, Jim-120 Gonger. Tina-120 Gouker. Jim—120 Gouker, Mary Ann--34,148,154 Gould. John-94.131 Gowdy, William- 104 Graber. John-32,120 Graduation—92-3 Gragam, Miranda—148 Grants 170 Gravender, Dave—12,120 Gravender, Pam 41,43,87,131 ay, Jackie-131 Gray, Janet-25,148 Gray, Julie 120 Gfeen, Rhonda—120 Green, Sherri 41.43,131 een, Vicki 131 ene, Craig-12,32,120 ene. Lmda 148 ene, Michael—148 ne, Sheryl 43.120 ood, Janice 63,148 Grieb, Ann—118,12 Grimstey. Jody- 131 Grove, Cmdy—131 Grove. Ron—131 Grove, Sierra—131 Groves, Janice—131 Grubb, Matthew 15,131 Grubb. Teresa 131 Grubert, Heinz-33,148 Grubert, Linda 139,128,53 Gruza, David—132 Gwynn, Ray-73,106 Guy, Denise- 199 Guy, Sonia-120,82 Gymnastics—33 e Gable, Dennis 105 Galbreath, Carrie 131 Galbreath, Julie 148 Garbenck, John 120 Gard, Teresa 148 Gardner, Jan 74,131 Garl. Karen 92.148 Gar I, Kathy 92,148 Garman. Jean-56.43.120.125 Garver, Christine-78,148 Gary. Jeff-12,120 Gary. Loretta 120 Gaugler, Cynthia- 148 Gaugler, Robert 131 Gautsche, Cherly 148 Gay. Karen-148,157 Geiger, Susan-42,43,78,131 Geil, Jodi-131 Gelatt, Phillip-9,148 Genth, Kevin—148 Gentry. Becky 148 Gerrard, Lynn- 39,105 Gentry, Julie 120 Geyer, Ron—73,103 Ghrist,Tom 9,148 Gibson. Beth-120 Gibson, Chester 131 Hack. R.ck 120 Habegger, Rebecca 149,78 Hadley. Burmta 149.154.93,55.82 Haggerty. William 149 Haines, Florence 71 Hajicek, Herbert 66 Hall, Charles 149 Hall, James—120 Hall, Sam 120 Halsey. Mary-120 Halt, Mila- 120.41 Hammon, Cathy 132 Hamfef. James-132 Hancock, Jim 132 Hanover, Denise- 132 Hanson. Deborah —149 Hapner, Judy - 120 Hardee's—184 Hargrove, Bill 120,78 Harp. Gregory 120 Harnish, Phil 132,33 Harreld, Jay 132,29 Harrell, Kevin- 120 Harris. Beverly-120 Harris. Catherine 132 Hams, Mark-132.77.76.15.14 Hart, Jeri—132,84 Hart, Tammie-132,1 28,58 Harter Floor Care-178 Hartman, Brenda—120 Hartman, Jan-120,32 Hartzler, Mary -42,43 Harvetl. Richard-132 Harvey, Joseph-113 Havlish, Kathryn-150,144,58 Hawkins, Eliane 120,58,59 Hayes, Barbara -120,125,122,82,18 Haynes. David 120 Haynes, Jeanetta 132 Hayes. Mary —150 Heal. Terence -120 Heal, Theodore-132 Heal, Timothy —150 Heaton. Andrew-132 Heaton. Bob—150 Hebert. Michelle 142,143 Heckman. Debra 132 Heeg. Cheryl 150 Heeg, James M-120,96 Heiden, Pam—132 Heinhuis. Debra K-198,132,43 Heinrich, Ken A-132,15 Heitzman. Craig 150 Helenbolt, Marshall W -132 Helfrick, Katherine- 115 Henderson, Steve- 150,25,23 Henderson, Tom -121,32 Herbert. Kevin J—132 Hernandez, Renee-121 Herron, Cynthia A—122,121,78,31 Herron, Gregory L-150,9 Hertzler, Julia D-157,150.78 Hess. Timothy A-150 Hieber. Kim E-199.132,131.56.52 Higbee. Phillip J-122,121 Higgins, Lisa J-136,132 Hiles, Steven J-78.34 Hill. Doug- 136,132,27,26 Hill, Sonya L-150 Himebaugh. Pamela A 1 21 Hinds, Marilyn-135,132 Hinds. Randall-132 Holcomb, Kim R—150 Holderman, Esther 150 Holder man, Leigh A- 150,43 Holdread, Jennifer M 121.118 Holiday, Melvin—121 Holley. Betty-132 Holley, Mike-1 32 Holley. Tony J-150 Holliday, K.rk 132,94.27.9 Holliday, Mark S—9 Holloway, Kathi S—121 Holmes. Kathleen J 151 Holmes, Keith J-133 Holmes, Ken-133 Holmes. Max P—121 Holt, Darlene- 70 Home E. C. 71,70 Hosier, Sandra-133,82,43 Hoover. Rollie -107,49,32 Horned, John-151.61.13 Hornsby, Annette-133 Hosier. Dan 121 Hossier, Cinthia E—197,163,89,88, 55 Hosterman, Jay F--121 Hostetler, Annette—121 Hostetler, Bob E-121 Hostetler. Jeff- 133,9 Hostetler, Kay—133 Hostetler, Sherry 133,87 Hostetler, Deb-133 Hou.Ted 133 Hough, Dick -133 Hough, Meda 121,70 House, Chester 121,28 House. Charisse-121,118 House, Jeffery - 151 House. Karina 121 House, Terry-198,133 Howard, Elmer—121 Howard, Evelyn-121 Hruby. Elizabeth 163,151.78 Huff's Pharmacy—172 Huff. Jodi-133.87.58 Huffman, Rita 121 Huffman, Vickie 107.71 Hungate, Gene —111,100,39,19 Huot, Diana 157.151.140.25 Hurowyj, Nina—133,78 Huth, Cami-120.82 Huth. Henery 151 Huth. Margaret—121,43.25 Index 193 I lannareii. Jeffery-151 Ickes. Brcnda-151 sknsw,a,M ludtana Wood -185 J L . $ lntnjduction-1-7 Irving, Anthony 151 Irving, Sondra-121 Irwin, Jim 133,78 Irwin, Johnny- 121 Isley. Bill-151 James Rosslind-121 Janey. Linda-133 Jaxon. Cigpners 164 Jenkins, Joseph-121,118.29 Jansen Richard-93 Jassen Mfg.—T74 Jessen. Mark—151 Jester. David-106.73 Jackson, Donnje—121 Jackson. Michael 121.72 Jackspr Mitchell 151.33 John, Elton-147 Johnny’s Jewelers-189 ihnson, Candace 121,41 LAody-t5l28 133.2k: , 181 33.78.65,56.54 133 fen 133.70 eal—90,70,27 Iger 122 ■ •-154.82.55j ■fVWendell-122 Ines. Andy- 1 22 Hnes. Annette-1 22 . pones. Debbie—133 Jones. Laura-461 Jones. Rhonda-122_____ JixJd Drugs-175,M Junior class 128 Kizmski, Paula-122 Klarecki, Karen-109.106,71.39 Kleppmger. Mark 107 Kline, David 133 Kline. Jeff-122 Klingler. Doug-122 Klmgler, James 133 Klopfenstem. Kent 133 Kmpfei, Gerald-107 Knipfel. Kim—153 Kmpfei. Lesiie-122,118.41 Koenig. Mark-122 Kolb, Christopher- 133,77,14 Koller, Mark-133 Konecny. Jennifer 133.31 Koons. Lukt 122.32 Krai. Robin 133,31 Kramer. Oar 153.64 Krau, Jfebecca-122 Kraute , Duane 133 Krauktis. An.ta-153.152,82,54.49 Krause Gene-122 Krauser. Oenn.s J 53.150.60.49.25 Kroighbaum. Breht-122 Kreighbaum Steve -133 Kreps. Vicki 133.78 Kruse. Gary-153,76 Kruse. Janet—122 Kruse. Kenneth-133 Kunkel. Barbara-153 Kurth, Kristie—133,31 Kurth, Thomas-111.106.38,39.9 Kurtz, Lester. 133 Kurtz. Sara-153 Kurtz, Valerie-153 1e. Patricia—122 Kallaher, William-122 Kane, Dennis—122 Kasa. Phillip-133,58 Kaser. Roger-122,15 Kauffman, Barbara-151,87,43,41 Kauffman, Kevin-152 Kazmierzak, Guy-152 Keesler, Nancy —152 Kegerreis. Karen-133 Kecne's-175 Keilman, Tim- 133 Keller. Bonnie 122.20 Kelley. Donna-122 Kelley, George- 152 Kelly. Michael 122 Kelly, Vincent —122 Kendall, Mary 87.86 Kennard, Wayne- 133 Kennedy, Amy-133 Kern. William -122 Kesm, Suzan 122 Kessler. Dan-133.131 Key Machine-177 Keyser. Kevin-122 Kidder. Matt hew-122.15,6 Kiefer. Michael- 133 Kiefer. Tim- 133 Kilbert. Patricia-133,78 Kilmer. Gregory-133.78.59.58.9 Kinder, Neal - 122.96 Kmdy. Melody-152.43.31 King. Nancy-152,74 Kirkhan, Darrell-133 KelUj 123.31 M Unham, Mane-133 Laughman. Margarut 12 JjT La.-.son. Janelle-133 • Lawson. Justine-123 Leach, Anne-123,122.55 Leach, Arthur-134 Ledbetter. Joyce 134,66 LeDonne. Mary—153 Lefebvre. Pam- 134 Lee, Melanie -153.160,158,157 65 43.42.31.25.20 Leer, Dolores-123 Leeth, Karen-106,43.39 Lefebvre. John-1213 Lehner, Heidi 134.198.59,59 Leis, George -107.50 LeMonte, Christopher-134 Leichty, Rod-107.111,75.74 Lenaburg. Cynthia 123 Lenhart. Dana-153 Lenhart. Darla-123.127 Lenox. Judy-123 Leonakis. George 109.27,26 Lerner. Gayle-106 Lerner. John—134 Lester, Jeff-134 Levan, Alice—115 LeVan, Stacey 134,25 Lewis, Brian-153 Lewis. Kimberly-197,153,141,92.88, 55,54 Lewis, Kathleen 153,92 Lewis, Stephen-134 Lewis. William- 153 Udy, Mar.e-153.87.43.41 Liechty, Rod-107,2® L. I lard. George 160,153 Lint. Jeffery-160,153,93.78.60.58. 45.37.34,49.25 Lint. Randall-123 Lint, Shirley-108,103 Lint, Steven-135,134 Linton, Debra-123 Linton, Laura 160.153 Linton. Leslie- 160.158.153.75.16 Linton. Tim 136.134,94 Lipp, Debbie-134 Litwiller, Richard-107.73 Logan, Bill 108,75 Lolas. PatMCio-160.153.149 Lombardi. Ray-123.12 Long, Carl-123 Long, Mike-134.99.94 Long, Stuart- 123.12 Longfellow, Edward-108 Lorenz, Diana—123,82 Losee, Jeff 123.32 Losee. Marcia 160.153.41 Lovan, Kim-153 Lovan. Kip-123,29 Lovan. Tod-134,78.29,13 Lovell. Daniel-134 Lloyd, Mary-108 LbJffl dahet-123 Lovely, Ellen 123 Lovely, Jamie-134.9 Lovely. Peggy-123.71 Lowry, Hubert-153 Loxterman. Russell-123 Lucas, Doug 123.28.12 Lucchese, David-123,29 Lucchese, John -134 Lukes. Robert-134 Luther. Candace—134 Lutz. Michael-108.96 Lyon, Rick 123,12 Lyon, Tim—134 Lyons. Maureen- 134 Mabry. Mike 123,32 Mabry, Randy 49 Mace, Michael- 134 Mackey, Marcia -153,87.86.43,41 Manfredi. Joseph-134 Manley Susan 153 Mann, Bruce-134,78.9 Manrj, Kevin-134 Mann. Michael 153 VJann. Michael S 163,134 Mapes, Patricia 134 Marbe.ter, Sandra 153 Marjason, Ruth-154,143,62 Mark, Susan-154,78 Marks, Stewart-1 23 Marsh, Rodney-134 Marshall. Janet - 154 Marshall. Kathy -123.43 Mart, Susan-154,90 Martin, Grant-109.70 Martin, Ernie—134,9 Martin. Linda-123 Martin, Marianne-134 Martin, Paula-123 Martin, Tom—154.33 Mason. Craig-134,128,63,15.14 Mason. Glen-134 Mast. Kurt-123.15 Master, Jack-123 Math-62,63 Mat hies, Roberta-134 Matz. LuAnne- 134,41 Matzkes-164 Mayer, Ronald-154,140 Mayer. Sharon -154 May, Michael 123 Maybry, Randy-72 Mayes. Sheila-123 McCain. Marlon-134,74,52 McClmtic, Mark-154 McClintic, Michael-123 McCloughan. Duane-134 McCloughan, Steven-134 McClure, Brenda-123,18 McClure, Cindy—123 McClure, Peter-134 McClure, Robert-154 McCollough, Marshall-9 McCollough. Joe--123 McCollough, Roberta—154 McCorey, Mike—134 McDaniel Douglas 134 McDaniel, Stanley -123 McDougall, Ann 104.103,60 McDowell. Doretta 154,78 McFall. Leanne 154 McGimms. Cathy- 134 McGrath. Dave-74,58.55 McGrath, Lora 90 Mclntire. Lorraine 134,84 Mclntire, Mary 154.75 Mclntire, Roberta 123 McIntyre, Greg-123,13 McKim, Jean 154 McKinney. Daniel-134 McKinney. Michael-1 54,12.9 McMammie. Gay 134.128,87 McMilian, Rhonda 123 McNease, Mark 123 McNeile, Erin 134.82 McWhorter. Jonda-134 Meals. Patricia-1 34 Mellish, Connie- 123,122,82,45,43 41 Mellish, Tom-155 Meliott, Cynthia 135 Merchant. Steven 155 Meredith, Debbie - 155 Merrick, Dan-155,76 Merrick, Todd-123 Merrill. Denise -135 Merryfield. Jay-123.13 Merryfield. William 157.155.144 Metsick, Brian-135 Messick, Cynthia—155 Messsmore. Debra-155 Metiver, Jeffery—155 Meteiver, Nancy-123.121 Metzger, Mike- 123 Metzger, Terri -155 Metzger. Susan-135 Michalski, Harold-135 Milanese. Mar gar t -114 Miles Lab. 166 Miller. Bob-29 Miller, Bruce-135.78.33 Miller, Cary-124 Miller. David -135 Miller, Don-155 Miller, Dean—135 Miller. Douglas-124,6 Miller. Drew—32 Miller Dieter-70 Her. Dyrk —155.95.94.9 Miller, Freida-135 jfik155 pTC4 Miller. Kay-124 Miller, Laura 135.128 Miller, Lynn - 124 Miller. Mark-124 Miller. Patricia 157.155.68.37 Miller, Peggy 1 35 Miller. Randy-111.109,96.94,39 Miller, Randy- 135 Miller, Richard -99 Miller, Robert —124 Miller. Theaters-165 Miller. Vickie-155 Miller, Wesley- 155 Milliner, Mitchell—156 Mills, Donna -156.92.87 Mills, Janet-124,6 Mills. Thomas-156.92 Mmegar, Tim—124 Mmichello. Robert -111.100.39.19 Mmnes, Jo Anne-156 Mischke. Michael 124.25 Mischke, Stephanie—135,132,41 Mishler, Dennis—156,15 Mitchell, Darcy-1 24,43 Mitchell. Mark-124 Mitchell. Todd 156.154,97.37 Monroe. Daniel-156 Monroe, Mark -135 Monjon, Kenton-109,103,89,88,54 Monroe, Mary-124 Montagano, Ralph -156.97 Monteith, Amy- 156,92.61,60 54 25.22 Monteith, Eugene-156,197,141.92 90,88,55.54,34 Moore. Bill-124,13 194 Index Moor . Brian—136.96.94.63 Moore. Cynthio-135 Moore. Kevin-124 Moore, Marilyn —108.103,71 Moore. Randy—124 Moore. Susan-135.78.73,16 Moore, Victoria-156,197,147,88, 82.78,55 Moore. Von me-68 Morehouse. Georgians 135 Morgan, David-111,39 Morgan, Melanie—156,78.62,59, 58.45.44.25 Morgan, Soma-124 Morningstar, John 9 Mossey. Mark -135.76.66,9 Motts, Jom-135.74 Muhl nickel. Steve- 124 Muir, Dennis—110,103 Mullinax, Patty-124 Munn, Kelly—124 Murphy, Judith 1 35 Murray. Charles-135 Murray. Paul 124,122.118.12 Music Man 22-25 Myers, Tim—1 24 Owens. Pat -124.12 Owens, Stephen 157,9 I) N Nagy, Agnes 156,92 Nagy, Alexander-135 Nagy, Mary 156,92 Nand. Shirley-124 Nand, Vishwa 135 Narcotics 49.48 N.H5.-37.36 National lssues-51,50 Neal, Susans 124.82 Neelf, Ollie -1 35 Neiison, Jennifer -90 Neilson, Mark -135,94 Nellist. Bill -124,122,12 Nellist, Robert-156.9 Nesbitt, Fred-124,118.49 Newcomer. Carrie-135,132,107,66, Newson, Willion-9 Nicely, Miriam—135 Nichols, Richard-135 Nihart, Dave -157,29 Nihart, Jenny-157.55 Nolan, Mary- 135.41 Nolen, Tammy-136.65,54 Nolte, Robin-157 Noontime Happenings-35,34 North End Cycle Shop-173 Norris, Mary 124,55 Nothstine, Mark-15 Nussbaum. Rebecca- 157 Nye, Amy-136 Norn may, Dan-157,95,94,9 Nye, Laura-157.43,41 Nye, Mary Jo —124,43 € O Donouan, Liam-157 Ogren. Paul 157,77,9 Ogren, Virginia 110.103 O'Hara, Michelle-157,45 Oliver, Rose 157.83.82 Oliver, Rush -115 O'Neill. Kathleen-136.87 O'Neill. Tim-124,13 Onestin, Maria—124 Orchestra 79.78 Ortell, Nancy 124.122,55 Ortiz, David 136 Osborne. Tim-12.9 Ostrom, Jay-136 Ott, Kimberly 157.37 Outdoor Market 179 Owens. David 124 Owens. Dieter 157 Owens, John-124,12 Owens. Michael 136.13 S' Pabst, Michelle- 170 Packer, Kathy-157,151,25 Pairitz, Gregory-124 Palmer Hardware 186 Paimero, Mary-124 Pantry-188 Pants Port -167 Paolillo, Benjamin-124,77.76.15 Paolillo, Denise-136,78 Paradise, G � rard-124,12 Paris. Gabrielle 136 Panso, Jo Ann- 163 Parrish, Christopher -124,78.13 Parsons. Jeff 157 Parsons. Joy -158 Patanelli. Julie-124 Paul. Judith 124 Paul Thomas Shoes-168 Pavoni, Gma 158,55 Pearce. Barbara -124 Peat. Jeffrey 136,59.58.34 Peat. John 136,58.59,34 Pegues, Edwin 124 Pelton. Mary -124,122.82.43 Pennant Annual-84,85 Pennant -54,55 Perkins, Julie- 124 Pernell, John-124 Pflm, Chris—124,33 Perron, Anne- 158 Perron, Melissa 124 Perron, Ronald-136 Peterka, Kathi 136 Peterman, Karen 124 Peterman, Susan-158,78 1 Peters, Richard-125,37,12 | Peterson, Dave-9 Peterson, Eric-125,29 Peterson, James 158 Petarson, Joseph-125 Pfaff, Ben-136,90.76,32.9 Pfaff, Elise-125,82,43 Phillips. Alison-125,122,76,49,28. 12 Phillips, Diane-110 Phillips, Malcolm—136,135,70,27 ? Philips, Manon 159,9,8 VPhillips, Marty 125.82.43.41 Phipps, Dennis—111 Phys. Ed 48.49 Pickett, Karen—159,78 Pickrell. Janetta-136 Piedmont. Jim-136,9 Piedmont, Michelle 136 Piety, James-136.128,75,18.15 Pietzko, Becky-125 Pittman, Alan-125 Pletcher, Darte—136,128,32 Pletcher, Steve-136,128 Poe. Diane-136 Pollock, Mike-111,25 Porter, Thomas 136 Posthuma, Elaine-159 Posthuma, Richard—136,131 Powers, Erin—136 Powers, Robin—125 Prange, Edgar-125,84 Pratcher, Daisy-125 Pratcher, Gladys -136,52 Prawat, Creighton 136 Presser. Charla 83,41 Price. Kathy -71 Price, Vicki 150 Pritschet, Brian-157 Prom-90.91 Prugh, Dave-125,96 Pulluaim. Lawrence—125 ■ € Rabbet, Tom -� 36 Rahn, David -169 Rainbow, Lanes—1 71 Ramsbv, Sandra -125 Ramsey, William 136.28 Ramza. Debora-136 Ramza. James-136 Randall, Dianel—125 Raney, Rosalie—159 Ravenscroft. Judy -159 Ray, Brenda - 137 Reasoner. Kelly—125 ■ Leaves, Delois—137,82.53,43 Reed, Cynthia- 159,87.83,82,43,41. 40 Reed, Elaine 125 Reiff. Terry 125.56 Remberr, Anita 159,£ Rentfrow. Rhonda 1! Repass, Mark 125 HKeplogle, Mark 125 ; Reser. Larry - ly Reyes. Tony Reynolds, Q|irsfe]25 Reynolds, Rlk 90 Rhemheimer on 159 Rice, Jay- 1 25,13 Richaroson, Matthew 1; . Janet■ -1 25J in, Casey 1 j .Sthie-1 37 I Rjflc, Kevin 159,141.33 | Riggle, Deborah—125.87 Ritchie, Timothy-159 Roberson, Rod-125,27,26.12.8 Robinson, Ann-70 Robinson, Billy- 39 Robmson.‘Catherine 137 Robinson, Karen-137 Rock, Kelly-137 Rocket Car Wash-179 RodkeyTSharon —137,131,78 Rodriguez, Alex-137 Rody. Anne-125,122 Rody, Elizabath-159,90 Rogers. Torrence-100 Rolfsen, Katherine-137,83,82,43.41 Rogers, Charles-125 Rose. Gregory-137 Rose, Sue-125 Rose, Richard-125.12 Rose, Robert-125 Rouen, Tracy—159 Roush, Joel-110,39 Royer, Galen-159.143.142 Russo, William-137,160,131,128 Rust, Richard-159 Royer, Kurtis-137.33 Rozema, Brian-125,12 Rozitis, Ansis 137,63 Rozitis, Mara- 125.82,41 Riggles, Jim—1 25 Rudolph, Tamara—137 Rueff. Marty-159,66 Ruelas, Mike—159 Russell, Kathleen—159,16 Russell, Michael-137,128,49,9 Russo, Leslie-197.125,88.55 Quesmberry, Richard 125 Quinn, Lawrence—125 Sacro, Steven—125,94,12 Sailor. Leigh-125 St. Joe Valley Bank-169 Sakurai, Hiroko—159,149,45 Sanders, Brenda-125 Sanders, Cathy-125 Sanders, Pamela —137 Sanders. Scott—159,94 Sandlin, Frank—137 Sandlin, Mary-125 Sartorius. Carl-159.140,25 Scharrer, Cynthia-125 Schell. Garre-125,12 Schenk. Heidi-125,122.87,31.18 Scherck. Betty -110 Scheuer, Lisa 159 er, Micheal 1 2 ■legel. Dana 125.J ■Meg ; Mancy 111 ,| ISchiundt. Deborah 1 37| [Schmalenbergefj. Amy 159| Schmucker Schott, Sta Schrock, Schrock. Schrock. StSH 137 | Schurwonn, Beth- 126.122 [Schwartz, Robin -126 ,'.i rha. Kristin 159,25 ■ce 65.64 tt. Brenda 126.31 Ott, Cheryi 137,78,43 ott, Eleanor—126 Scott. James—137,32 Scott. John—137,76 Scott Kathleen-126.82 Scot-, Rodney-126.72.12 Seabolt, Florence-137.78 eel. Sherrie-137 Sears, Barbara -159 See, James-137,76 Seevers, Jane-126.120.87.43.41 Seidl. Jeffrey 126 Sellers, Marshall-76,15.14 Selmers 176 Seniors 163,140 Shakeys, 187 Sharp, James-197,159,55,33.25 Shaw, Sally—163 Shea, Cathy-159 Shea. Patrick 126 Shea, Tom—160 Shelton, Mrs. Diane—199,110,66,6 Shepherd. Bardara-137 Shepherd. Star—137,74 Shmbarger, Carl-126,78.15.14 Shop-73.72 Shultz-168 Sigerfoss, Larry-1 26 Sigsbee, Don-160 Silk. Linda-160 Silk, Stewart - 137 Simmie, Donna—126.122,87 Simmons, Charles-137 Simpson, Joyce-1 37 Simpson, Warren—126 Sims, David—137 Sims. Kenneth-137,54 Sims, Michael 137.128.48 Singleton, Rex-160.94 Singleton. Sarah—137 Sirko. Samuel 126,78 Sipe, Thomas-160,29.9 Sites, Terry—137,9 Skelton, Ronald—126 Slaughter. Sara-137.82.56.55.25 Slauter, Jhon -126,25 Shger. Linda-126 Sliger. Michael-161 Smith. Chris—126 Smith, Chaeles—112 Smith. Dennis-126 Smith. Jay—161 Smith, Revm—113 Smith, Margret—113 Smith, Mark—126,15 Smith, Marty-9 Smith. Martin-137 Smith, Melissa—161,6 Smith, Michael-137,13 Smith, Patricie-161 Smith, Roger-126 Smith. Thomas -161 Smith, Thomas M—161 Smith. Valene-137 Smith, William—161 Snavely, Kathy—126 Snell, David—9 Snowder. David-137,136,72 Snyder, David—126 Snyder. Deborah-137,25 Snyder. Debra—137.78 Social Studies-47,46 Sokol. Fred-126,32 Sohol, Glenn-126 Soph-127,116 Sorgs-166 Soto, Raul-161 Index Soto. Heynoldt) 126 South, Suta� 126.25 Spaulding. E zabeth-161 Speech-59 b8 Spencer Joseph-137.78 Spirit H.10 Sp r'tto. Lov.$- 137.136.53 Sp-nto. Tom-137,15.14 Sprstt. Cirif -126,43 Sprart. Donna 126 Spretn.ak, Gwen -163.161 Spring—85,84 Springer. Cheryl 126 Sprunger, Ed-25 Stack house, Todd 126,28 12 Stahr. Kim-137 Stajkowski Jarr.es -161.49.29 Stanley. Bob 138 Stannnr. Terr 126,37 Stanton, Gary 126 Stationers 173 Stephenson. Janice 126.122 Stephenson. Mar k 1 38 Stephnnso1. Steve 126 Stevens, Christopher 161.90.37.25 Stevem Robert 138 Stevens. Thomas-161.78 Stewart. Chris 126 Stiles. Kim-161 Stoffer, Taresa-126.78 Stone. Gregory 126.122.96.32 2 Stone. Linda-161,25 -Stoner, Cindy-126 Stouder, Rick-161.140.60,25 Strickland. Stephen-138 Student Council -38,39 ' Stumpe, Julie 161.49 Sumpter, Julie-138 Super, Steven-161,52 Sutphm. Richard-161 Sutphm, Roxanne-138,132.87,40, 41 Sutton, Carolyn—138 Swann. Gary-1 26 Swartz, Dennis 138.63 Swart ell, Brian-126,25 Swart ell. Dennis 161.78,34,25 Swart ell, Que 161 Sweeny. Jackie-56,57 Swi m 29 Swindle. Kathy - 161 Swoape. Willa-126 Szobody, Paul-138,175.128 T Taber, Meiodie 161.78 Talley, Anno 113 . Talley, Vick. 161.77 Taylor, Charlie 49,9 Taylor Chinese-126 TaylorSanme 126 Taylor,'Don 90 Taylor. James 126 32 Taylor. Mei—126 Tennis- 13 Terlep. Beucc 126.120.28.15 W Terlep. Eleanor 161.55.31 Terlep. Lucy 112 Terrell, Kim-161.31 Terrell. Michael 126.96 jF 4� Thespians—60,61 Thomas. David-138 Thomas. George-138.9 Thomas. Joseph-161,27.26 T ho mas, Scot t -126,12 Thompson. Ehrabeth-138.58.S5 Thompson. Gary-138,95,94 Thompson. Jerry 126 Thompson. Kelly —126 Thorn. Dtanne-126 Thornton, Janet 126.37 Thursby. Jennifer 138 Timms. Richard—161,60,37.25 Toby. Tirp 126.12 Tom. Robert 138 Tomi - son, St. phame -138 Torch-181 Toth. Louis—63 Toth. Marie-138.199.131 Track- 76.77 Tracy, Patrick —126 Travel Wood Trailer Sales 186 Treckelo, Mary -1 26.122.69,25,6 Tribble, Teresa 161 Trigg. Kim- 126 Trigg, Randy 138 Trigg, Steven 162 Trotter. Mark -126 Troup, James-126.29 Troup, William 162,55,54 Troyer, David-162,32,9 Truex, Christine 138.49 Tucker. Rick—12( u Upimger. Loretta 138 V Van Camp, Cheryl-162,157.144 74 Van Conversions-182 Vah Dam, Jerry 162.90 Van Huff J, Sherri 126 Van Patton. Lanm-138 Van Worrnerjj Sandra 138 Van Wormer Sharon - 162 Van Wormer Terry-138 Veranelli, Diane-126.120 Vawter, J.mr 126 Vawter, Valerie-138 Velkoff, Todi-113 Vilmure. Laura 1 26,82 Virg.l, Karen 138 Virgil, Scott-162.34 Vitc. Mark 163,162.49.29 Volcano—173 Vollmar, Dave-113.111.97.63 Vollmar, Karen-138 Vorde. Fred-12,9 Vosteen, Mark-138 w Wade. Rebecca 162.78 Wade. Wesley 126.78 VVakeman. Teresa 138.78 Waiker. Gifford-49,28.27.26 Walker, Robert 138 Wallace, Andre-9 Wallace. Mike-12.9 Walter. Janette- 138.132 Walters. Lynee-162,141,78 Ward. John-138 Warren, Annette-138 Warren. Kathy 126 Warrick. Phyllis 113 Watts. Becky 162 Watson. Bill -122 Wat son. Da v id -138 Watson. Jerry- 126 W3tson, Shame—112,68 Wagner. Jeffrey-126.72,29 Wam. Rachel 126 Watson. William 126 Watts, Randy-138 Weaver, Connie- 138,78 Weaver, David 126 Weaver, Judy 1 26,82 Weaver. Karen 162.157.78.60.37,25 Weaver. Kent 121.78.12 Weaver, Mary 162 Weaver. Mikal 162,94 Weaver. Russell 138.74 Weaver, Sue-1 38 WBed, Cynthia 1 26 Weaner. Brett 126 Weiner. Marlin- 127 Weiser, Doris 127 Weismann, Laura- 127 Welch, Su?y—82.78 Welch, Suzy 3 138,59.58.25 Weldon, Cynthia 138.43.42 Wfldy, Michael 162 Welker, Roger 162 Wells. L«ue 162,18 Werbionsky. Andrew 138,33 Wesselhoft, Sue 138,21 West. V.rgm.a 138,58.56.55.25 Westvievv, 177 Westlake, Dawn-138 Wetzel, Marcia—138 Wheeler, Sylyester -127 Whisler, David 1 38 Whisler, Thornes 138 Wh.sler, Yvonne-162,157,78.25 White. Evelyn—115 White. Kathleen-138,197,69,56,55, 54 White. Ronald-138.78 White, Terry- 162 White, Thomas- 162.45 White. Timothy 127 Whiteake, Paula—127 Whiteman, Karen- 138 Whiteacii. James 139 Whitesell. Ralph 127 Wh.tesell, Ron 127 Whitman. Kathy 162 Whitney. Jon 163,60 Wickstrom, David- 162 Wiercioch. Laura -139,82 Wiercioch. Steve-127 Wiley. Herman —162 Willey, Donald 139 Williams. Beverly-127.125.71 Williams. David- 139 Williams, Karen-127 Williams, Hobbie Williams, Leon-49 Williams, Peggy—127 Willis. Nancy 107 Willis, Nancy—112 Willis, Don -112.103 Wilson. Charles-162,78 Wilson, Joyce-127 Wilson, Teresa 162 Wilts-189 Wirt. Lynne-162.87.86,62 Wise. Cynthia 127 Wise. Cynthia 139 Wise, Sharon 115 Wiskotoni, Jim-162,96.94,45,27 26,9.8 Whitman, Deborah—127 Witt, Ronnie-138 Wolf. Bob 33 Wolf, Julia-139 Wdf, Michael—162 Wolph. Patricia 162,157.18 Wonderlick. Brad—33 Wood. Cindy 127.31 Woods. Marguerite—127 Wood. Michael 139 Woofter. Thomas- 139 Workman, Randy-127 Worthing. Marlene —127 Wrestling 32 Wright, Debra 163.78 Wright, Carolyn- 139 Wright, Qffebie 162 Wright, Sherry-127 Wunderlich, Brady-127 Wyatt, Teresa-139 y Yeoman. Robert-163,58,34,33 Yesberger, Marc-127 Yoder. Anthony 127 Yoder, Grant 139 Yoder. Kathenne-127 Voder, Philip 163 Yoder, Tamara-139, 0 Young, Bryan 127,12 Young, Jeanette-127 Young, Jeffrey -127 Young, Kathy-127 Young, Moreen-163.92 Young. Morris 168.92 Young, Susan- 139,197,90.88.55.31 Young, Van 113 z Zehr. Rog-r - 163. 78,76.15.14 Zeitler. Manettc 127 Zent . Douglas-163.140.54.29 Ziesel's—184 Zimmerman. Dan 139 Zimmerman. Doug-139.33 Zimmerman, Leaann 139 Zimmerman. Nancy- 127 Zong. Gail - 139 196 Index Many contribute to Good Cindy Braniff, ads manager of the annual, awaits the conclusion of the processional. Thanks to Bill Mosier, Chuck Brownell, and Tom Sutula of Mosier Sututa Studios for their profession- al photography and patience in working with Pennant photographers. Harriet Campbell, Direc- tor of Activities, helped with scheduling of under- class portraits and helped with distribution of year- books. Pennant Annual was pub- lished with the assistance of representative Mr. Dick Kennard of Indianapolis, Indiana and Newsfoto Year- books of San Angelo, Tex- as. Type used was 12 point Univers for body and 8 point Univers for captions. Narrative headlines were set in 18 and 24 point Futu- ra Demibold downstyle. Special headlines and design elements were created with the aid of For- matt, Normatype, and Let- ragraphic. Color sheets in- cluded Normacolor and Letraset. Pennant staff would like Times ‘75 to express appreciation to the National Scholastic Press Association for the Five Star yearbook award. Helping pay for the edi- tor's flight to Los Angeles and the plaque were the following yearbook com- panies: Community Press, Herff Jones Yearbooks, Hunter Publishing Compa- ny, Intercollegiate Press, Jostens American Yearbook Company, Taylor Publish- ing Company, Walsworth, and Yearbook House. We thank you. ABOVE-Gene Monteith, Kathy Bock, Susan Young, Cinthia HossJer, and Nick Abbot reflect the business of yearbooking. LEFT-Publications banquet attract such diverse personalities as Kim Lewis. (Leslie Russo and Susan Young in the corner), Dumb Dora. Kathleen White. Lizzy Tizzy, Jim Sharp. Ray Bierbaum, Karen Fruch- ey.and Vicki Moore. FAR LEFT-' Oh no. Miss Tush, you haven't messed it up again,” says Editor Hossler. Acknowledgments 197 Just like Dorothy, some students found life in Bla- zer Country rather dull. And just as Dorothy, they set out to find a way to change things. They did it by becoming involved. Whether it was joining one of Central's many service clubs or in- terest groups or attending sports events, students par- ticipated. The school lost some of it's apathetic outlook as Principal Al Bias promoted both school spirit and pride in students and faculty alike. These were good times for Central but there were bad times as well—per- haps only leading to im- provements. A tug of war began be- tween students and admin- istration over the attendance policy. Student posters and petitions called for the im- mediate removal of the system. A student advisory panel was set up, however, and as non-voting members ot tne school board would offer opinions and suggestions on the writing of school policies. A whole community, not just a school, mourned the passing of the late William L. Gowdy. While no one could take his place, Mr. Dennis Phipps was asked to step in and take up the baton where Pops had left off. Vandalism left it's scars on the school also. How- ever, broken trophies and trophy cases only seemed to cause students to com- pete harder in their respec- tive area. These were Elkhart Cen- tral High School times, these were Blue Blazer times—Our Times. RIGHT—Relaxing in the sun is Terri House as she takes a break from her classes. ABOVE-The student center is filled with people as they discuss the coming football game. ABOVE RIGHT-Heidi Lehner and Deb Heinhuis set up a physics ex- periment together. 198 Closing LEFT-Joining in the laughter of a shared joke are Kim Hieber, Marie Toth, and friend. BELOW LEFT-Encouraging her Spanish II students to speak out is Ms. Diane Shelton. BOTTOM LEFT-An unidentified couple walk along in the shade through Central's side yard. BE LOW-A wide smile lights up the face of Kathy Freeze as she enjoys the spring sunshine. 199 Closing Closing 200 %