Elkhart High School - Pennant Yearbook (Elkhart, IN)

Text from Pages 1 - 192 of the 1984 volume:

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At another end of the building, one hour later, these same students may be drawing a vase of flowers, learning circuitry or pouring hydrochloric acid in a beaker. The school day of a lot of students simply means one thing after another. Getting to the bus stop on time in the dead of winter deserves a unit of credit itself. A student who doesn’t understand the grammar structure of a sentence in French but would rather go out to eat than get help has a life and death decision. When one has finally finished his math for the first time in almost half a grading period and forgets it in his locker and it can’t be turned in late the student is subject to temper tantrums or heart failure. But other times are mellower when a test has a big fat A on it, you made the team or getting through a day relaxed. So many things happen in a course of a school day that students just get used to it and take it in stride. Junior Connie Menzy lifts her head from her ac- counting practice book. In advanced electronics, Kevin Brown and Dan Clark replace transistors on a printed circuit board. Suzanne Mark, a junior, writes precisely in the tiny boxes of the ledger. Math teacher, Dave Vollmar, explains algebraic principles to his class. Wearing her letter sweater for swimming and gymnastics, senior Penny Howard adds her figures Daily Life 9 by Karen Reid tudents who, once upon a time, lived for recess, now think of lunchtime at Central with the same longing and respect. There are those students who zoom to the cafeteria to beat the crowd and avoid long lines. Other students crowd at the front entrance to wait on friends in order to go out to eat. If fourth or fifth or sixth hour’s assignment didn’t get finished for some reason the night before, lunchtime is the time that students get to the library and give ita try. There have been many sales people at lunchtime too. If one ever wants to buy a book, space in a newspaper, rings, a class t-shirt on “blue light’’ special or even mistletoe, some time during the year, someone will sell it to you. Basketball playing and basketball player watching go on in the gyms everyday and gossip is exchanged in many tones of voices. Lunchtime is most often the time to relax, laugh a lot and unwind just to gear up and get ready for the rest of the day. Sophomores Chris Tom and Chantel Mishler use test tube funnels for a biology lab. | Using the techniques she learned at Ball Sate University is senior Stacy Stanner in the dark | room. Candy Bloom gets a kick out of the little critter in Life Science. Central students take advantage of a warm day to sit on the benches at lunchtime. JV cheerleaders, Kim Nunemaker, LaWanda Lambert and Filio Leonakis prepare a hoop for the Central-Memorial game. Daily Life 11 Thriller hriller’’ not only described Michael Jackson’s hit music video but also Central's first Halloween dance, sponsored by the senior class. Goblins, ghosts, and mice scampered around the Student Center. Creatures were prancin’, dancin’, whackin’, and crawlin’ on the floor of the Halloween masquerade. To the tune of Quiet Riot’s “Come On Feel the Noise” and John Couger Mellencamp’s Crumbling Down’’, arms waved high. “The dance was really wild!” explains senior class president Tim Dibley, who also won the prize for best costume (he dressed as RM� Frankenstein). j “| want to bite your neck!” or “How about just a dance?” Senior Larry Lewis asked his girlfriend Juana Jones. “The best girl scout around, Scouts honor!” insists Activities Director, Bob Slaughter. MTV? No, it’s Elkhart Cental’s first Halloween dance. No Halloween Dance is complete without Kelly Kain and Debbie O'Toole as two captivating black cats. (Or are they mice?). “Captain” Tim Burns scans the rowdy crowd. Looking flashy and brassy is Dan Lucier and his date Even our resident bunny, Collen Laughlin, made her debut at the dance. Geisha girl? Shogun Warrior? No, it’s Dru Daugherty and Tad Schrock at the Halloween masquerade. Ti. tf 4i WW. Af AY ireen Beret? Baloonhead? Panhandlers? Those nd many other unusual beings were found at this arty. Halloween Dance 13 As Conrad sings, the students swoon Inve Inve Lirdie Conrad, played by David Franklin, is being praised While Albert, played by junior Jeff Spencer, is as they sing ‘All American Boy.” choking, Rosie is telling him to grow up, he can by Carolyn Coe take a whole aspirin. nsome ways, ‘Bye, Bye Birdie’ resembled a magic show. Many props were stolen, including clothing and headset, but reappeared after the performances. Director Kevin Ong felt that this “pulled the students together against a common enemy.” Central faculty were involved in “Bye, Bye Birdie.” It was an opportunity for teachers to be with students in an informal atmosphere. The audience enjoyed the faculty’s participation so much many thought the crash behind the stage was part of the play. Actually, the glass on top of the table was knocked off in closing the stage curtain. Mr. Ong said this would be the last musical he would have using handcuffs. At the cast party held at Central, two students became locked together after the key broke. They had to go to the police station to have them removed. Rosie (Carla Weaver) is telling Albert that the praised Conrad and Kim are at the icehouse. 14 jiors Ann Biddlecom and Stephanie Cripe help sing jibute to Ed Sullivan. ) kids sing “Telephone Hour” as they discuss how |, and Hugo got pinned. A comical complaint of the trip and of Rosie too is given by Theresa Cortas (Mrs. Peterson). The famed singer was coming to the train station and the girls were singing “We Love You Conrad.” Conred Halloween Dance 15 16 Students Charlie Lamb, Michelle Yoder and Sue Edmonds display the sweaters, vests and soft col- ors that were characteristic of the years fashions. Acrobatic moves of the “break’”’ dance, as shown by sophomore Tracy Hill, was a favorite spectacle. Fads and Fashion EIR RTT ae asual or classy — sophisticated simplicity was the best description of what = was hot in fashions. For girls, a 8s Be ties combined with ruffles and laces added a look that was different feminine and yet, classy. Often this was set off with a vest. In fact, vests were also popular with guys. Both sexes often combined softly colored sweaters with simply cut shirts and blouses and the effect was that of ee : : =ag6eg tasteful style. This was also a reaction to im ties, striped pants, blue jeans and sweaters Po ; : ere part of the casual look = Andy Kinnard and aagostbeeneettnetns one of the coldest winters in years. isan Summers show. esnnstgsunthgstgusase™ A trend for both guys and gals was a eese o% ie more comfortable feeling of “dressing U) up’’ more often. Guys came in their sweaters, blazers, loafers or cowboy boots and girls came in their nice combinations, usually accented with the newly fashionable pump shoes and short, cuffed boots that added to simple sophistication. Casual times brought the favorite polos, muscle shirts, beloved oxfords, blue jeans and brightly colored tennis shoes. Accessories really made a difference. Pins were in and so was the most simple and sophisticated of jewelry — pearls. They came in not only white, but lavender, pink and mint green. Numerous gold chains were worn. Boys often wore collar bars, and watches came in many colors too. by Karen Reid Wearing a typical vest, some pearls, cowboy 900ts and ankle pants are Jamie Pletcher and Alice doldeman. Fads and Fashion’ 17 | | any people dream of a white Christmas, yet when Break, which many would spend this dream continues on vacationing in Florida. throughout Spring Break, Back to school again and it was still the dream has turned into a nightmare snowing. Students began looking and it’s time to wake up. forward to the first day of Spring, Many ECHS students who were March 15, only to be let down again by looking forward to an exciting the cool temperature of 30 degrees. Christmas vacation were let down by The next hope for ridding the snow Mother Nature when they were all blues was Spring Break. During the first trapped inside their houses with no few days of this vacation, if you weren't hopes of going outside and traveling on in Florida soaking in the southern rays, it the icy roads. was almost possible here in Elkhart, too, Everyone was left to find activities in with the warm temperatures up in the their own households. Many students 60's and 70’s. found themselves watching M.T.V., This was then disturbed by a few talking on the phone, and some just returning flurries of snow the last couple anticipating the return of school to end of days of vacation when the mercury As the snow flies, students find it difficult going the boring days trapped inside. Others dropped back down into the low 40's out to lunch. were dreaming of the on-coming Spring and 30’s. (PRE RS a Re es ORS i So Ls 4 “Which car is mine?” many students ask, when all No use staying inside for lunch while you can be they see is snow covered cars. outside enjoying the weather, as Juniors Jody Miller and Lara Kindschi find out. 18 winter spring unior Amy Sunner finds studying out- side a little more enjoyable. riod ail Getting the Spring Fever are Stacy Lorenz and Chantel Kershner as they go crazy after school. “All Right!” exclaims Mike Colglazier as he en- joys the first day of Spring. winter spring 19 ances were a very popular pastime with ECHS students. Blazers turnout at dances far surpassed that of any previous years. Audio Energy provided the music for many dances. ‘Dances were so much better here th an they were at junior high,’”” stated sophomore Jodi Risius. “Everyone here dances and just has a good time, and the music is a lot better.” Another reason people felt the dances were so popular was an increase in school spirit. “| have a lot more school spirit this year than | did last year. | think it is because there are so many more school related activities this year that are fun,” stated Susan Summers. Contest and door prizes were also Dancing at the Morp are Jody Risius, Lisa Boyer, Kary Katzenburger, and Tim Hines. 20 Dances contributing factors to the success of the dances. The Aloha dance featured a limbo contest won by Kyoko Kamiuchi and Terrance Larkin. At some of the post-game dances, various gifts and door prizes were given away to students with the winning number on their ticket. ‘| thought it was nice that we had door prizes and contests at the dances. It gave you a break from the dancing and it was fun to see if you had the winning number,” said Amy Parmeter. Many parents who helped tc organize many of the dances did so because they thought the dances were a good idea because it gave their kids something constructive to do and kept them from going out and possibly getting in trouble. DANCIN’? MORE Showing their Memorial dates a good time at the Morp are Craig Erikson and Tim Doyle. Dancin®’ At the Christmas Dance, Terry Bryant and his date Having a good time dancing at the Christmas Amy Peterson have a chat while dancing. Dance are Lori Porter and Bruce Miller. dance are Enjoying themselves at the Christmas Dance are Rob Hapner and his date. Sophomore slaves Filio Leonakis and Amy Parmeter hand out programs to Melissa Alick and Tim Doyle. Welcome to the Garden of Golden TR rt mY IM s couples escorted pictures taken. In the cafeteria, couples themselves to the main talked to others at the candlelit tables. entrance, sophomore ushers There were refreshments like punch greeted them with and:other snacks to tide dancers over “Welcome to the Garden of Golden until breakfast. Dreams.” The slaves were all dressed in Many couples went out to eat before white togas and some had flowers in they arrived at the prom, but when it their hair. As couples in formal attire ended around 12:00, prom-goers stepped in, they got the first hint of scurried home or to their cars to change excitement when they looked down into informal wear for the breakfast at the Student Center to find it decorated 1:00. The Elks Country Club was the with pots and pots of flowers and location for the breakfast. The Blazer multi-colored streamers with curtained Club provided plenty of food which entrances below. included — eggs, bacon, orange juice, Girls in white, pink, and blue pastels and pop enough for everyone until 4:00 filed into the cafeteria where the prom a.m. when it drew to a close. The Elks was held. Guys in black, white, red, and Club was gaily decorated with different other shades of tuxedos danced with colors of the lodge. There was an open their dates to the sounds of Media. space in front to dance to the records Media played a variety of songs — slow that Audio Energy spun. Selediah eoet Behar pobdehshize puts on her and fast. The majority of the songs For many the next day activities were were fast, up-beat rhythms which made enjoyable as well. To finish their prom it enjoyable to dance. weekend, a lot of people went to 22 Prom Besides dancing, there were other Marriott’s Great America, Chicago, or things to do. A long line gathered in the the Dunes. Student Center to have their prom Cuddling and posing in their finery on the dance floor are Jill Rodino and Joe Dobson. Central prom goers swing to the rhythm of the band. Sophomore Kelly Streicher and Junior Scott Pickrell dance to a slow number. Prom 23 A Garden of “Two glasses of punch” Scott Pickerell seems to say, while Larry Lewis waits his turn. iceman Sy Bert Stoeckein shares a romantic moment with his ECHS students have a good time jamming to the date Shelly Newman. sound of Media. 24 Gazing steadily in each other’s eyes are Mike lanigro and date Jody Stutz. It must had been something funny to Jeri Wilson, Brenetta Lewis and their handsome dates Stuart Jackson and Terry Lovelady. It’s a time to relax and enjoy for Mike Colglazier, Jenny Merryfield, Chris Saal and Jenny Pletcher. All smiles are for Jami Young, Chris Enfield, Dru Van Wormer and Dave Neidhammer. 25 EI S ePRIR a y a ae ee ic Waiting for the processional to end, seniors stand until their friends are seated. Sun finally shines brightly on the hugging Class of ’84 26 Graduation ray clouds and gusts of wind threatened the seniors as they arrived, draped with gowns of blue or white in the darkened halls of Central, May 19, 1984. The bathrooms bustled with activity. “How do | put this thing on? Where does the cord go?” The long awaited ‘Fanfare and Processional” accompanied the graduates to their seats, and Social Chairperson Dave Donnell lead the Pledge of Allegiance. The class Vice President Cathy Deputy gave the invocation. As seniors, families and friends increasingly grew fretful over the still darkening skies, it was announced that Senior sponsors and science teachers Don and Nancy Willis and counselor Joe Harvey were retiring after many years at Central High. Student speaker Nancy Keyse inspired us with “We Have a Choice’ and before Brian Armstrong began his speech “Precious Time’, he informed us, ‘The clouds are leaving and the sun is coming from the west; it looks like we’re gonna make it.” The class gift presented by Secretary Theata Lambert was a Central banquet and because the class colors were blue and white, the grads were presented with a white rose with a blue ribbon. The new superintendent, Dr. Frederick Bechtold accepted the class. Senior President Tim Dibley called the class to order. The Treasurer Dave Franklin gave the Benediction as the sun shined brilliantly on the hugging, smiling class of ’84. | i i Proud family and friends watch their graduates receive their high school diplomas. Robed in white, Senior girls take careful steps toward their seats. As Mr. Bias accepts the Senior Class gift, Senior Class Secretary Theata Lambert smiles proudly. : lervously approaching that big step in life, Seniors Senior Class President Tim Dibley gets ready to wepare for the commencement. call the class to order. Graduation 27 Presenting her speech, “We Have a Choice,” is Student speaker Brian Armstrong comments on Nancy Keyse. the goals his classmates may now fulfill. Tassels are moved from left to right as the seniors are proclaimed graduated. Congratulated by Mrs. Willis is graduate Mary Calvert. Top Fen Honored Brian Armstrong, Lisa Edlund, Susan Glasgow, Collin Kebo, Amy Peterson, Jeff Risius, Jennifer Rodino, Micheal Rydson, Cynthia Searcy, Nancy Keyse Happily the graduates file out after commencement. As graduates stand, they welcome the beginning of commencement. jae) Being very brave and dissecting her frog in biology class is Leann Ren. Giv- ing a demonstration on cross country skiing is Steve Sawyer. The Blazer Brigade, lead by Eric Steffan and Amy Peterson, marches off to another performance at an area band contest. Seniors Steve Stewart and Carla Weaver display some of their many talents during Shades class. Jeff Milan stands in front of the class trying to get it right. . A ae ee 4 } ey ee EARS Oe Gat ee eo ot SS nen ae Se hehe yy © : Te he £04 % . ‘ 44 0a A me ie a oe 30 Academic Club ith the diverse academic departments at Central, : : nyone can be a scholar. Sophomore Todd Dukes listens intently to a lab in Spanish class. Jeff Dimos a ib @ é ; ; and Carne Lehman try desperately to figure out their lab project. Mr. It’s no matter if one’s taste runs from learning to Cavanaugh, looking rather surprised, was a good sport for the pie throwing set a table that’s fit fora king to creativity in contest. Tasting the food that is made in home economics class, Denise Bonds seems to be enjoying every bite. computer programming. It’s there for the taking at Central. The members of CHS clubs did a great job in making their presence felt. Our speech team is small but obviously talented. ) Pittyy The National Honor Society nae and Student Council rallied for school spirit and participation that manifested itself in fun and varied ways throughout the year. ouvay “ss ew Academic Club 31 In depth study in enriched | classes of Language Art: Taking her turn at teaching the class is sophomore Michelle McGuire. Everybody’s favorite speech during sophomore English class is the demonstrative speech. Toni Lewis tries to roll her way to an “A”. rad ide Trying to find the “in-depth” meaning is Senior Laura Hungate. 32 English dding an enriched English class at both the tenth and eleventh grade gave students a chance to read and write in greater depth. Some students, however, saw it as just a status achievement which separated “us” from “them.” ; On the minds of most English teachers was the selection of new books for the next five year. Much preparation went into the selection. Another concern was the preparation for adding ninth graders and new faculty members. The addition of ninth graders was seen as a plus, especially since these students will now need to pass the required freshman courses or take them again. Ninth graders will also be helpful in filling out some elective classes such as journalism and TV production. Also, college credit at IU was extended to students who received at least a C average in College Advanced Composition. Earning college credit, senior Lisa Edlund listens intently in Advanced Placement. Playing the part of the main character, Marshall Allen is the center of attention in his modern Lit. class. Giving his demonstrative speech on models is sophomore Dave Hall. English 33 i - ear he cows, the buggies, the clothes, and the people themselves — it was just like watching an episode of ‘Little House on the Prairie’,’’ exclaimed Jay Kirkpatrick after describing his English class field trip to Shipshewanna. Every year Mr. Van Young takes his writing lab classes to Shipshewanna to help them visualize how different local Two students, Brian Pletcher and Dave Kiefer, enjoy exploring the lake. 34 Field Trips cultures are and as a comparison to other cultures. But of course along with the day of no school comes an assignment. What a deal! All students must find an object that they have never seen before and then find someone to explain it to them. Next comes the 300-word essay about their day, using such skills as narrative writing, interviewing, explanation of the process, the use of Basking in the sun are Valerie Wilson, Lea DeBartolo, Jan Fulmer, Kim Yoder, and Laura Maygos. descriptive writing, and of course it must be entertaining. During the course of the day, each student walked around town and visited such attractions as the flea market and the auctions. One student commented how the town reminded him of the county fair with all its strange sights and sounds. “Shipshewanna has a bunch of hidden treasures and | think that | learned a lot about the Amish peoples’ values and different lifestyles,” Jane Tully commented. After the morning in town, the class traveled out into the country to an Amish cheese factory and then to Bonneyville Mill Park for lunch. “Although | enjoyed Shipshewanna, Bonneyville was the best part of the day,” Tracey Schaefers remarked. “‘It was a time to be with your friends and to just have a good time — without the pressures of school.” When the sun started to ease its way down the sky, the class slowly made its way back to Central; but Randy Vollmar wasn’t going to leave without giving his newly-found friend a good-bye kiss — from what has been heard, that frog hasn’t turned into a lovely princess yet! by Sarah Strauss In the oe especially, flowers are a delight to be' old. Closest thing fo ‘Little House on the Prairie’ is Shipshe wanna field trip exploring local culture Field Trips 35 Government makes a cl out of congress, court Listening intently to their government lecture are Judy Stansell and Stephanie Brenneman. Being questioned by the prosecuting lawyer, Bill Flora, is Denise Delcamp during a mock trial as Judge Scott Nusbaum looks on. 36 Social Studies or two to three weeks U.S. Government students in Shirley Lint’s classes participate in a mock congress. Lezlie Barfell adds, “Congress makes Government easier to understand and it is an original and fun way to teach us.”” In mock congress,’’ explains Mrs. Lint, “the seniors decide Debate among seniors is serious as they determine the verdict in a mock trial for government class. which party they want to belong to and then they choose from a list of non- fictional senators, which one they want to be. From that day on they become and are called “Senator.’”’ This makes it a lot more realistic. After they figure out which senator they are, they make up their own bills, type them, and then they are referred to a committee to make finishing touches. They use the senators’ names to sign all bills. Jason Cornett adds, “If they had a good bill, we got them through the committee but the real challenge was to get them through the senate. They were pretty tough.” After all of the committee work was done, Senators debated on the bills. At the front of the class is senior Todd Parker. “Some of the issues that came up were drinking age, mandatory seat belts, abortion and nuclear arms.” Tim O'Connell jokes, “I wonder how many of Mrs. Lint’s students from Elkhart Central will become Senators?’’ Not many, perhaps, but more will understand how the system works. by Julia Lucchese Three women— Mrs. Ella Marie Mur- phy, Mrs. Dorothy Servis and Mrs. Edith Moore — discuss their memories of the ‘Great Depression’ for U.S. History students. Notes are serious business to John Greener. A mutual agreement in a mock trial in Mrs. Lint’s government class is reached as Anita Yoder and Mike lanigro shake hands. Social Studies 37 Despite unforeseen problems publications manage fo pull through Checking out his pictures for the yearbook, Joe Derr is not only an excellent photographer but an excellent writer. Pages for the Pennant get a check over from Sigi Maronn. journalism workshop , BAL STATE As her sweatshirt indicates, Lejene Breckinridge attended a Ball State workshop and worked on both year- book and newspaper copy. Be A Christmas pizza party draws staffers together. All mouth is Rick Williamson. 38 Pennant Publications t was a different year. The adviser had surgery and was hospitalized for two weeks before yearbook final deadline. Somehow everyone pulled together and the yearbook was finished. Certainly the book was n’t perfect. And it got finished later than usual. Much help for the yearbook came from second semester journalism students who were more willing and able to Work than many in the yearbook production class. It was also extra work and extra summer hours for Editor Karen Reid who was named Outstanding Journalist at the Senior Banquet. Karen was also the Elkhart Truth Go reporter. For the first time in years, Dancing at the Valentine’s Dance is Karen Reid, Yearbook Editor-in-Chief and Go reporter. due to Adviser Kenton Monjon’s illness, there was no end- of -the- year honors banquet for publications. At Christmas, however, the staff did get together for a pizza party. While the yearbook had problems with the adviser’s illness, the newspaper faced a difficult period when an editor-in-chief simply quit with Cheering on the Big Blue is Carolyn Coe, Pennant Editor-in-chief. no warning. Carolyn Coe, a junior, was willing and able to take over as editor-in-chief. The newspaper improved under her leadership. The small newspaper staff worked hard, and again with the help of journalism students, the publication’s year was a SUCCESS. Sabo, Christi Cates, John Mulgrew, and Carla Eakle. Back Row: Rick Williamson, Lori DeLong, Carolyn Coe, Denise Publications Staff—Front Row: Elvira Holiday, Lisa Stoops, Stacy Manos, Staci Stanner, Martha Werbianski, Kara Nomay, Darlene Kucela, Deanna Shaw, Amanda Ramey, Chris Collins. Pennant Publications 39 little class competition was ‘bestowed upon students as the Student Council sponsored special activities such as the “panana relay’”’ and the “best decorated car contest’’ throughout the year. Seniors, juniors, and sophomores engaged in several of these mini-battles to Participating in the banana race, Mike Graf starts out with a nice pass to Tim Dibley while Jamie Hence takes off. gain “spirit points.” The class with the most “spirit points” at the end of the year, the junior class, earned free admission to the spirit dance held on April 19. But it seemed that students were competing more to see who was the “better” class. The Student Council came up with a wide variety of contests to involve as many students as they could. The Losing time while laughing, Ann Hurley struggles to finish the race. Enjoying a good time at the Morp dance are seniors Terry Bryant and Amy Peterson. 1 | | | | { e | 4 $3 “potato relay,” the “break dancing contest,”’ and the pep-rally shouting were a few days to earn spirit points. Jason Cornett, President of the Student Council, thinks that this competititon helped to strengthen school spirit. ‘It boostered the students’ interest in school activities,” he says. Student Council—Front Row: Robert Buss, Kara Sabo, Jenny Price, Terry Jackson, Row 2: April Hollar, Theresa Thomas, Susan Summers, Jamie Pletcher, Row 3: Scott Dvornik, Chris Hall, Scott Hagedorn, Jodi Rusius, Jeff Mylan, Row 4: Scott Dorrier, Jeff Pettit, Eric Steffan, Brian Armstrong, Back Row: Kirk Grumm, Art Razema, Rick Signeski, Dorian Tuggle, Nancy Foster. Student Council adds Glass —— | Competition Gazing into each others eyes, Steve Peterson and Bridget Curtis are having a good time at the Morp dance. fe Second semester officers include Priya Gupta, Treasurer; Tim Doyle, Vice Presi- Central fans cheer on their football dent; Angie Phillips, Secretary; and Tim Burns, President. aD uel a victory over their cross own rivals. i | | i Student Council 41 42 Money for supplies needed fo Oissect After carefully examining a specimen, Stumped for an answer, Sherrie Brian Fann records his observations in Aldridge contemplates on what to do Biology class. next in Biology. Easy does it as Mr. Lynn Garrard gives Tony Anagnos an earthworm to ex- amine in Biology class. Science and explore life rom what | have read and heard,” said senior Jeff Risius,”” the science department, along with many other departments, is going to have a lack of funds in the future. There will be more students at Central, but less money. This is a serious problem that needs to be resolved soon.” Mrs. Kay Dabler, advanced life science teacher, added that she, “would love to spend more money on dissectable materials, yet | don’t have the money to spend out of only our pocket.’’ She remembers how, “Last year | spent seventy-five dollars out of my own pocket on lab materials.” The problem with the budget cuts has affected every Doing her assignment Graf in Biology. department and will continue until extra funds are available for education. “| like to dissect animals the most,” says sophomore David Query. “It’s neat to see how everything is organized and how it all works.”” He then added, “| get a better understanding of the bodies of animals.”’ Jeff Risius claims, Seeking the name of an unknown solu- tion keeps seniors in Chemical Analysis class busy. “Chemistry provides the students with a bigger challenge than most other classes.” “| like working with numbers and equations,”’ says senior Mary Riggs, who enjoys her science class. by Chantel Mishler Science 43 College Calculus adds to independent computer projects ate Debugging a computer program are Nicole Lorenzen and David Zehedner. 44 Math aking Calculus for five hours college credit is now possible. “By taking this course in high school,” says Mr. Russel Busse, math chairman, students pay only the tuition, whereas in college, they pay the tuition plus room and board.” Senior Dave Donnell says that taking this course in high school will give him a “lighter load” as a freshman in college. Jo-Ann Mortimer points out another advantage, ‘Because it’s a much smaller class than most college classes, you can receive a lot more attention from the teacher.” College Calculus was not the only new course in math. With classes in computer math opening only two years ago, third-year computer classes have been started. These give students a chance to work independently on lengthy programs with the goal of getting them copyrighted. Todd Landrum worked a full nine weeks on a program for Social Studies. He noted that “there is a lot of creative thinking to be done on your own.” Mary Riggs, another senior, enjoys the independence of the class and says, ‘It teaches you self-discipline.” Some of the things that students taking third-year computer classes work on are programs for administrators, school departments, staff members or members of the community. by Tim Delagrange “Pay attention you doobers,” says Russ Busse to his fourth hour algebra class. Even Mike Nolan, according to Busse, was paying attention for once. Listening to a student explanation with class are Boo McAfleer, Mr. David Vollmar, and Kathy Carl. Math 45 French restaurants, German Family Feud: | | Reading the question to sophomore Ben Konopick and junior Chris Riggs, Herr Bossmack tries to stump the class A Spanish ballad is what sophomore while playing German Family Feud. Angela Andrews is listening to. 46 Foreign Languages 0 enjoy flan, crepes, and springeld, one might think of traveling abroad. However, it didn’t take a plane ticket to Spain, France or Germany for foreign language students and their parents to taste such foods. A simple trip to Elkhart Central’s foreign language night filled the stomachs of.many. Foreign language night is just | German jokes are funny to junior Mark | Tice. one thing that helps make being a foreign language student fun. French student Terry Bryant said, “Going to a French restaurant in Chicago, cooking crock de mensasout, and writing a French newspaper are all among the things that make French class more enjoyable.” Chris Riggs added, “In German class we get to have little parties and play the Family Feud.” Fourth year Spanish student Craig Erikson noted that going to see a play and doing a “dramatico”’ are among the enjoyable things done in his Spanish class. Having a little fun is only one aspect in taking a foreign language. Learning new cultures is also a part. Terry said, “I’ve learned a lot about European culture by taking French.” Craig added, “I’ve learned about Spanish and Mexican cultures through This game is amusing to French students Cindy Searcy, Terry Bryant, and Mary O'Connell. Spanish class.”” Like all classes, the foreign languages present challenges for students. Chris feels that learning articles, adjectives, and endings is a “complicated” part of her class. The advantages of having a foreign language are not overlooked. Craig said, ‘| plan to use Spanish in my travels around the world.” by Lejene Breckenridge No comprendo says sophomore Rob Schwindamin while talking to his teacher in Spanish. Foreign Languages 47 or an art major, the job market is still open,” says Cindi Marks, a Central art teacher, ‘‘and broad choices exist.’” Art teachers stress that a background in art will help those planning a career in everything from landscaping to photography. “Not all art students will have careers dealing with art, but all will have a greater appreciation of art and an understanding Receiving instructions from Mrs. Marks is Kathryn in her painting, drawing and illustration class. Intent on the art of pottery are Desi Eslick and Charlene Fox. Art that others will not,” said Mrs. Marks. Senior David Franklin adds, “The classes teach the basics to build a foundation for later years.”’ The courses for students who are majoring in art help students to work on portfolios, help with slides, and work for scholarships. Both Liz and David agree that the art classes break the monotony of sitting through lectures in other classes. David a ae WERE £2554 er wrung oe states that “‘in other classes there is either a right or wrong answer, but in art, there is no certain answer. Art is whatever works best is a success.” Students majoring in art can work toward careers in the visual arts by involving themselves in activities such as the Youth Art Exhibit here in Elkhart, the Scholastic Art Award and many other exhibits, contests, and competitions. As in other departments throughout the school, the art department’s budget has been considerably cut. With the budget cut, ‘the students will suffer because their choices of projects and art supplies will be limited.” said Tom Grove, Art Department Chairman. by Tracy Loucl Artistically setting up the display case with students’ art is Desi Eslick. H What works in IS a SUCCESS ae Perspective and interior design Molding his vase (left) in sculpture and _ receives attention of Randy Cameron design class is Patrick Stevens. as he adds some water color strokes. More than basics needed to SsUrVIVe | in everyday living “Special occasion” dinner (left) attracts | A wedding reception (below) is set up : the attention of Annette James, who as Annette James, Renee Short, and | dines with her classmates. Sama ra Clifford prepare to serve. Lighting a candle in preparation for A’sample of Annette James’ chicken their “special occasion’’ dinner in cordon bleu interests Rosie Joiner. Home Economics class are Annette Freeman, DeAnn Hines, and Audra Wilson. 50 Home Ec ore than just basic knowledge is needed to survive in everyday living. Knowing how to pick the best apartment and fix a nutritious meal are among the many things done in everyone’s lives. These things are also taught in Home Economics classes at Central. “We would like to be able to stress the importance of family living and parenting more than cooking.”’ said Home Ec. teacher Mrs. Virginia Spring. Some students are realizing the importance of such things. Senior Denise Delcamp said, “Taking classes like family living and consumer education help in everyday situations.”’ Junior Rachel Nussbaum said, “Clothing class has helped me become more self-sufficient.” Rachel also added that if she sees something that’s too expensive in the store, it’s nice to know she can make it herself. Marriage, dating, and divorce are realistic aspects of life that Miss Klarecki’s Family Living class has done more than just discuss. The class performed a “mock wedding” in which two students, Mike Swanson and Georgina Johnson, got married. The bride, Georgina, said “| used to take marriage lightly until the ‘mock wedding”. A little help with a seam is what Kim Marilyn Clay receives from Mrs. Moore, Department Chairman. Then | realized the seriousness of such a committment. Sophomore Mike Albright said about taking Foods class. “In the future if | don’t get married I'll be able to cook my own meals.” Rachel Nussbaum added, “I’ve found clothing class to be a creative, relaxing class.”’ by Lejene Breckinridge Like her mother did before, Tammy Wirick models her home made wed- ding dress. Home Ec 51 ational Honor Society has provided me with skills that | can use throughout my life,’’ said John Watson about his involvement with NHS. Many of the members of NHS are given experience that can be used after high school. Collin Kebo said, “I’ve learned to work with people better to Getting ready for one more lap in the NHS inner tube race are Amanda Ramey, accomplish a goal.”” Anne Hurley added, ‘NHS has helped me develop leadership qualities | can use after high school.” Sue Glasgow replied, “NHS offers a chance to make commitments and take on responsibilities. Perhaps 1984 required members to have more responsibilities after the resignation of the sponsor, Theresa Weaver and Jenny Pletcher as Barry Hart looks on. Mrs. Sandra Duwe, at the end of the first semester. Vice- President Jenny Rodino said, “Committees have more or less been on their own. Everyone has been a lot more responsible.” Even though NHS has been minus a sponsor, it’s an active part of Central and the community. ‘‘Noontime happenings such as the trike races, innertube races and a break dancing contest help to promote school spirit,” reflects John. Projects such as | ‘puckboards’ for the Cancer | Society and decorating the | pediatrics ward at the hospital | are among the things National Honor Society is responsible for in the community. Jenny added, “NHS helps the student, the school,and the community.” Winners of the NHS trike race — Todd Dukes, Tony Anagnos, Spike Decker and Gary Grawl pose for the camera. It’s smiles and starry eyes for Zach Huth and his date at the Christmas dance. 5274S National Honor Society promotes eadership skills in members Demonstrating some of their winning NHS Officers: Jenny Rodino, Susan moves from the NHS break dancing Glasgow, Brian Armstrong, and Ann contest are Marshall Allen and Chad Hurley. Suggs. encing £0 the WRBR Music Machine at the NHS Christmas dance are Wayne Ligocki, his date Monique Trump, Dave Zehender and his date. NHS 53 Industrial Arts is a : ands-on experience On the lathe (left) a woods project is “Ripping” a board on the table saw turned by Jeff Witmer and Scott (above) are Scott Dorrier and Troy Dorrier. Campanello. 54 Industrial Arts ince their introduction into the curriculum, e. industrial arts courses have experienced many changes. First and foremost is the department’s increasing popularity with students. Anthony Kron took woods because he enjoys working with wood and building things and so that he would have some variety in the daily school routine. Chris Schneck enjoys the feeling of accomplishment he gets from work in electronics class. Liz Thomas took her drafting class to satisfy her interests and says, “It is to prove that a girl can do just as well as a boy in this type of course.”” The courses offered to students from the Industrial Arts Department are very valuable to the students who take them. Classes not only give students technical training and job skills but a good deal of “hands-on” experience. An excellent example of this is Brad Hively. Brad, who hopes to become an engineer, was contacted through the school and paid to produce a rendering of a local firm’s offices. Brad has also been able to work in the suinmer as a draftsman as a direct benefit from the school courses he has taken. Students who excel in their classes can take pride in their work and abilities. by Jeff Patton Hard at work and calibrating (left) is Kevin Dunithan in Electronics. With a sander, Joey Jackson (above) puts on the finishing touches to his woods project. Drawing a release lever is one of the many projects drafting students, such as Craig Gildner, undertake. Industrial Arts on ou must read this story.” This is called interest advertising, an aspect of marketing class. This class also offers outside curricula that students can actually participate in themselves, such as D.E.C.A., the Distributive Education Classes of America. Central produced a first place winner in the area of food ® Business teachers Sharrie Watson and Virginia Ogren took some of their classes to Southwestern College at Dowagiac. Demanding perfection means lots of teaching, as Mrs. Virginia Ogren shows senior Julie Lucchese directions for the week’s assignment in Typing 3 and 4. Success in the Business Department is achieved through lots of hard work, as Stuart Jackson has learned in bookkeeping. 56 Business marketing in the district contest. Bobby Kelly, the winner, said, ‘The competition was a learning experience.” According to Virginia Ogren, Department Head, if a student wants to take typing next year, he will be signed up for keyboarding, as the typing class will be called. The reason for the name change is that typing will be taught more on computers to increase the skills on them. Senior John Greener adds, “Working with computers will become part of everyday life within the next decade and hopefully the experience | had in this class will pay off.” In other classes such as Patricia Pletcher’s Business Law, the class made use of such places as the county Perfecting computer f programs is senior Gayle Holycross. courthouse to gain a first hand courtroom experience during an especially important local trial. Says Mrs. Pletcher, “The real life scene is much different than those on television and such a trip should be taken by anyone interested in law.”” by Darin Louck Computers, typing keyboarding == is everybody's business With rapt attention, Kim McAfee listens to Mrs. Pletcher in Business Law. Applying herself to her homework is Business Law student, Jaime Hence | Priya Gupta in Accounting. aS help from Mrs. Patricia Pletcher. Business 57 Ithough the 1983- 84 school year officially began on August 29, the members of the band started their year much earlier. The year started in June with pre- season rehearsals and continued through the entire summer. The marching season also included a week of band camp which was held at Central for the first time. “Making all the rehearsals and having patience were the Jazz Band—Front Row: Greg Cripe, Jeff Wilsey, Brian Armstrong, Eric Steffen, Carla Chute, Staci Foy. Row 2: Chuck Fletcher, Amy Peterson, Randy Vollmar, Bob Wiegner, Bob Charles, David Ray. Back Row: Jeff Risius, Todd Wright, Gregg Kronewitter, Jeff Spencer, Troy Wright, Rick Searcy. Blazerettes hold flags wrapped ready to begin their march. Symphonic Band—Front. Row: Sara Smith, Tinya Fisher, Andrea Welty, Beth Boyer, David Little, Robin Piersol, Laura Enfield, LeJene Breckenridge, Jenny Bell, Corinne Klahr. Row 2: Carla Chute, Amy Peterson, Tish Lovan, Jolly Risius, Nancy Keyse, Teresa Cortas, Lara Henninge, Staci Foy, Jim Fitzgerald, Kris 58 Band biggest challenges of marching season,’ commented senior Greg Kronewitter. The marching season was a busy one for the Brigade as its members visited cities such as Chesterton, Marian, and Mishawaka. The end of marching season was not the end of the band year. The annual Tops-N-Pops concert was next. ‘We had difficult music. Tops-N-Pops was the highlight of the year. Pete Christelieb was an Kimmel, Camille Rafa, Jane Sobczak, Amy Mann, Jane Best, Brady Bailiff, Eric Bowers, Elizabeth Thomas, Gayle Holycross. Row 3: Shelly Shaum, Cindy Bradley, Kim Mohr, Jeff Risius, Gregg Kronewitter, Todd Wright, Rick Searcy, Jeff Spencer, Brian Pletcher, Troy Wright, Al McCourt, Cindy Shaum, excellent soloist,” said Junior Carla Chute. The year was not only successful for symphonic and marching band; jazz band had its moments, too. Two name performers, Dennis Damber and Danny Banber, joined the ECHS jazz band for an excellent performance. Despite constant work and keeping busy, the members of the band still seem to enjoy it. “Music is a world of its own. We experience part of that Jenny Woods, Dawn Slessman, Mike Linn, Jeff Wilsey, Jenifer Hill, Regina Blough, Matt Landrum, Eric Steffen, Brian Armstrong. Back Row: Robert Krause, Wray Walls, Jenny Russell, Lesta Mack, Steve Brown, Troy Stone, Bill Flora, Aaron Teall, David Ray, Scott Nusbaum, Randy Vollmar, Tom Arnold, world through band,” said Greg Kronewitter. “There are times when things can get very frustrating, but in the end it’s worth it,’’ added Sara Smith. “| couldn’t handle any other class in the morning except band. It’s lively and playing music wakes me up and helps me feel good the rest of the day,” said senior Tinya Fisher. by Lejene Breckinridge Greg Cripe, Mike Swanson, Rollie Dimos, Bob Charles, Ken Oakeson, Bob Wiegner. Not Pictured: Traci Schaefers, Kathy Wilson, Chuck Fletcher, Steve Hunsburger, Rob Fox, and Eric Gregory. _ For some, highlight was In the percussion section, Bill Flora Adding the clarinet sound to the band clangs his cymbals. are Kim Mohre and Ray Walls. a Pomp and Circumstance is performed ' by the band at graduation. Band 59 Singers enjoy the quick reaction Shades of Blue—Front Row: Connie Danner, Marlyce Pittman, Carla Weaver, Jill Rodino, Karen Kurth, Kim Warner, Julie Ewart, Jenny Merryfield, Jenny Rodino, Sue Glasgow, Stephanie Cripe, Brigid Curtis, Sara Smith, Lisa Edlund, Cindy Searcy, Jenny Pletcher. Back Row: Terrance Porter, Jason Cornett, Tim O’Connell, Mark Tice, Joe Foy, Terry Lovelady, Mike Johnson, Doug Schnell, Eric Wiskotoni, Mike Brough, Kirk Hennings, Steve Stewart, Rick Lyons. Not Pictured: Ann Biddlecom, Chuck Fletcher. Concert Choir—Front Row: Melody Huff, Lezlie Barfell, Anne Cavanaugh, Lea Debartolo, Sonia Simmons, Cicely Rice, Rachel Nussbaum, Kyoko Kamiuchi, Connie Danner, Jenny Rodino, Carolyn Southworh, Brigid Curtis, Michelle Yoder, Karen Kurth, of smiles and applause Jenny Pletcher, Laura Peters, Ann Biddlecom. Row 2: Janet Curry, Tina Curtain, Tammy Rowland, Sheila Donaldson, Suzette Jones, Liz Bradshaw, Judi Stansell, Stephanie Cripe, Carla Weaver, Cindy Searcy, Jill Rodino, Leslie Riblet, Shari Courtney, Sue Glasgow, Lisa Edlund, Jenny Merryfield, Lori Ward, Lauri Meyers. Row 3: Kim Warner, Maryce Pittman, Amy Conway, Ed Hill, Jeff Allen, Dan Clark, Kirk Hennings, Mark Tice, lvery Gates, Brad Jones, Mike Brough, Joe Foy, Connie Minzey, Jan Fulmer, Anita Yoder. Back Row: Jason Cornett, Steve Stewart, Wayne Bias, Eric Wiskotoni, Doug Schnell, Mike Johnson, Tim O'Connell, Terry Jackson, Dave Franklin. he best part of choir is seeing peoples’ reactions to our performances. The smiles we see out in the audience seem to make all the work worthwhile,” said senior Lisa Edlund. Choir has added to the lives of many of its members. “We have lasting memories of friends and the successful performances we’ve done,” added senior Carla Weaver. “The year has been successful for Choir and Shades” said senior member Marlyce Pittman. The high point came when the choir received third place at contest in Plymouth where there were fifteen choirs competing. “We worked toward contest”, noted Carla Weaver,”’ and when the time came to perform everyone seemed to pull together for an excellent performance.” “Team work has been the key for a successful year,’’ commented senior Lonnie Allen. Shades of Blue was very busy performing for Rotary Clubs, schools, women’s clubs, and nursing homes. ‘‘Mr. Phipps has been our biggest help in teaching us to work together as a group,” Lisa said. “I’ve learned to take on a lot more responsibility through Shades,”” commented Terry Jackson. ‘Choir and Shades has been a lot of fun and the members have grown together this year. It’s been a lasting experience.” by LeJene Breckinridge Putting out all effort to make the song successful are Lea Debartolo, Rachel Nusbaum, and Kyoko Kamiuchi. Waiting to sing their next song are Brad McDowell, Joe Foy, and Chad Suggs. “The Lord Bless You and Keep You” is the final hymn sung by the 1984 Con- cert Choir. 62 Concert in Midland, Michigan was enjoyable Orchestra trip to Midland, Michigan, musical score for “Bye Bye Birdie,’ and a great Christmas concert with the choir made it a good and improved year for the orchestra. Conductor Mrs. Keeslar reflected back on the orchestra’s year. ‘‘It has been a growing year for us,” she said. “Many students have shown Playing the violin in practice is Celeste Christian. their enthusiasm by coming in to give as much as they can give.” The Christmas Concert with the choir was a success to the members of orchestra. Chris Erickson said, “It was really good and the best I’ve heard the orchestra sound.” In the spring the orchestra took a three day exchange trip with students up in Midland, Michigan. Central orchestra On the tuba, Aaron Teall of Indiana Lake, Bristol adds a big brass sound. played with students there and gave a concert. “It was a lot of fun,” said Concert Master Julie Ewart. For the Spring Concert the orchestra played “Carmen”, “Wildwood Flower’, and the “Cayuga Quartet” among others. Some orchestra members received awards for their efforts. David Ray and Staci Foy were two outstanding players. Enthusiastic musicians give Outstanding | : concert performances Posing on their return from Midland, Michigan is this “lost” bus of orchestra Vibrant bass sound is played by John musicians. Shildmeyer in class. oa Hf if ; Orchestra—Front Row: Julie Ewart, Chris Erickson, DeeAnn Hines, Tinya Peterson, Staci Foy, jim Fitzgerald, Jane Best, Brady Bailiff, Eric Bowers, Martha Werbiansky, Bill Wolf, Irene Fisher, Chris Riggs, Elizabeth Thomas, Nancy Keyes, Todd Wright, Jeff Risius, Steve Brown, Bob Wiegner, Ken McCourt, Celeste Christian, Kathy Gayle Holycross, Jennifer Hill, Jeff | Gregg Kronewitter, John Shildmyer, | Oakson, Bob Charles, David Ray. Hagey, Sue Klopfenstein, Tom Pugh. Wilsey, Randy Cameron. Row 3: Kathy Tom Fritschi. Back Row: Sara Smith, Row 2: Sheri Walser, Barb McDowell, Alig, Priya Gupta, Carla Chute, Amy Andrea Welty, Bill Flora, Amy Mann, Orchestra 63 64 hysical education department, like all of the other departments, suffered a cut in the budget caused by lack of funding. “Our budget was cut 60% as were all other departments, so in proportion to them we are getting the same percentage of money as before.” stated Rollie Hoover, department chairman. Mr. Hoover hopes that the As Shaun Middleton sends the | yover the net, Lisa Nye, sets for, return while Robert Reese and | Weaver watch on. Physical Ed cuts will not cause any changes in the classes. “We are hoping that the budget cuts will not necessitate any changes in the program. We are just going to have to establish our priorities and decide upon which equipment we need the most.’’ he added. Despite their extremely low budget, the physical education department has been able to teach the regular P.E. classes such as volleyball, tennis, soccer and walleyball (a game like volleyball played on the racquetball courts). They have also learned skills like lifesaving. “| think it is good we learn lifesaving. It may not seem important now, but someday we might be able to use some of our skills and then we will really appreciate them.” said sophomore Kathy McKay. “I really enjoyed P.E.,”” Waiting for the set by Jim Fitzgerald is Mary Kate Graf. claimed Anne Myers, “all of the things we did were fun. Even lifesaving was Okay.” Sophomore Susan Summers states, “Gym class gives you a chance to get away from your classes and homework. You get to have fun with your friends and still be in school at the same time.” by Sigi Marohn Gym class is divided into four groups to challenge one another in volleyball. Competing in a match of racquet: are Brian Fann and Rod Smith. |Despite budget cuts, students are ——— physically educated and having fun ‘| Demonstrating racquetball techniques is Ms. Green, a student teacher. PhysicalEd 65 For acting and hard work OW CI0S = ee are given to Thespians Ezekiel Cheever (Flint Dille) informs Discussing his wife’s arrest, John Proc- Proctor and Hale that Goody Proctor is tor (Rob Fox) tells Abigail to withdraw accused of witchcraft. her charges. At the trial Proctor criticizes Danforth for his lack of integrity. 66 Thespians | | s the curtain opened on the 1984 Thespian Banquet, a nervous | tension spread among the crowd like a yawn. However, this was not an indication of the approaching evening festivities. Jeff Spencer won the best actor award while Joe Foy received the best supporting actor. Carla Weaver was awarded best actress and Theresa Cortas won best Reverend Hale (Jeff Spencer) questions |the Proctors about their Christian ' reputation in the town. supporting actress. They all received their awards for their outstanding performances in the musical ‘Bye Bye Birdie’”’. The “most promising” award went to Kelly Stich for her excellent portrayal of Abigail in “The Crucible’’. Best technician was awarded to Brent Biddle for all his dedication behind the scenes. The Honor Thespian Award went to both Jenny Mathias and Carla Weaver for their diligence in the theatre. The Thespians accomplished many things this year. Not only did they present both “The Crucible” and ‘‘Androcles and the Lion” but also their first annual “Thespian Night at the Movies Spectacular”. It was this organization that brought on noon time happenings, such as, “Pie Pie Birdie’. ‘Ham and Cheese”, the Thespian talent show, was a big success. It was at this program that Ann Biddlecom received the Judge Danforth (Mr. Kevin Ong) confronts Abigail (Kelly Stich), Mercy (Tracy “Forgotten Thespian Award’’ for her help in numerous projects. The Thespian Troupe was successful due to active and involved officers and members. The 1983-84 Officers were Jeff Spencer, President; Theresa Cortas, Vice-President; Carla Weaver, Treasurer; and Jenny Mathias, Secretary. Thespian Awards—Front Row: Kelly Stich, Most Promising; Jenny Mathias, Best Thespian; Back Row: Joe Foy, Best Supporting Actor; Jeff Spencer, Best Actor; Theresa Cortas, Best Supporting Actress; Brent Biddle, Best Technician. To save his own life, Proctor confesses to witchcraft. Hurd), and Susanna (Valerie Wilson) in open court. Thespians 67 eS enjoy speech team,” Theresa Cortas began, “because the experience it gives in public speaking can help throughout your life.” The Central speech team did well in competition despite their size. They placed third in the Northridge Invitational and 68 Speech Club fifth in both the Lakewood Invite and at sectionals. With only about twelve active members, the team brought home two trophies and many individually won trophies. Mrs. Nancy Osborne, the team coach, said that with the size of the team there was no way they could have won any meets, but with the outstanding individual efforts made, the team did very well. The team was able to compete in seven invitationals and even hosted a meet here. Their season lasts from early November to late March. Outstanding awards were given to sophomores Tom Braden and Jeff Patton while Theresa Cortas and Jeff Performing his humorous interpreta- tion, Jeff Spencer, who also shared outstanding junior award, does all the different characters. Spencer received awards for outstanding performances for juniors. “| enjoy speech team because it has taught me to express my feelings better and | also like being around people who are interested in the same things as | am,’”’ remarked Tom Braden. by Sarah Strauss Members gain valuable experience in F—_____ speaking original oratory. before groups Outstanding junior Theresa Cortas for Outstanding sophomore was Tom Braden who specialized in radio. Speech Team —Front row: Kelly Strich, Susan Summer, Rob Fox, Ann Biddlecom. Back row: Tom Pugh, Tom Braden, Jeff Patton, Theresa Cortas, Jeff Spencer, Robin Piersol, and Coach Nancy Osborne. Speech Club 69 Cheerleaders, Pep Club promote olrif throughout school year CPR ER LE I EEE POs SO BT eee A pep club sign is lettered by Julie Ewart and Ann Biddlecom before the Memorial game. An enthusiastic crowd of fans cheer on the Big Blue at the Central Memorial game. 70 Pep Club Cheerleaders e’ve got spirit, yes we do! We've got spirit, how about You?” The question was asked of Memorial fans but the answer was obvious from Central fans who had extra spirit to share. Whether is was keeping the Mangy Lion or defeating Memorial in basketball, Central was victorious. Working behind the scenes of spirit was the Pep Club who worked after school and sometimes weekends. Banners and posters were lettered and painted. Lockers of athletes were decorated. The more visible cheerleaders lent their spirit to pep sessions, and football and basketball games. As Connie Danner said, “It was a great year for cheering on the Big Blue!” Pep session roars approval of Coach Kurth’s football team. Varsity Cheerleaders—Karen Kurth, Daugherty, Sue Mark and Cammi Connie Danner, Tammy Buckley, Dru Kollat. Cheerleaders Pep Club 71 r= (ol od ct! Delivering a smashing serve is senior John Mulgrew. Pulling ahead and striding for a victory is Robert Kraus. Completing the 500 freestyle, Daniel Brinkman cheers on a swimmer. The Central basketball team is joined by an ecstatic crowd after the thrill of victory at the Memorial game. A pass to an awaiting soccer player, Flint Dille, is bounced by Chris Thornton. oe Bie Sports Division lazers at ECHS have been “Right on it’”’ in terms of victories. Girls’ Tennis was state Runner Up. Boys’ Junior Dave Schnell proceeds to avoid the rushing opponent at the Penn Tennis won Regional, as did Boys’ Track. game. Making his shot, Shawn Middleton is in the clear as he out Besides tennis and track. sectional winners maneuvers a Penn Kingsman. Throwing the shot put is Wayne Bias, a high , Pore aes . : ; scorer for ECHS. Senior Minnie Carr attempts to make a successful pass. included Girls’ Cross Country, Girls’ Swimming, Boys Swimming and Baseball. | | | All City champs who defeated crosstown rival Memorial included the following boys’ sports: football, tennis, swimming, golf and soccer. All City girl champs included swimming, volleyball, cross country, basketball, track and tennis. New Athletic Director, Ted Foland, was proud of the Blazer athletes and coaches and the great spirit and effort they put forth. Sports Division 3 BIG BLUE Protected by his offensive line Dave The word is togetherness as the Blazer It’s a soccer style kick by Scot receiving team prepares for the Hagedorn as Michael Brownlee runs kick-off. Blazers | set record of highest scoring | game 74 Varsity Football down the field for a tackle. hile the Central Memorial game is usually the highlight of the season, it was upstaged by the clash with the Penn Kingsmen. At stake was which of the two top teams would go to the state championship playoffs under the new cluster system. At halftime, Blazers were behind 7-0. In the second half, they rolled back to a 14-7 lead. Penn came back and won in Schnell prepares to hand-off the ball. overtime 20-14. The loss particularly hurt because Penn advanced to state playoffs and won the state championship. “I’m disappointed that we lost because | don’t feel the better team won.” said Blazer receiver Levar Johnson. By February, it was announced that the much hated cluster system would be replaced. Among those making major contributions to the team was Mark Stevens who ended the season rushing 815 yards. Dennis Robinson (Truth’s MVP) showed an impressive running talent with 253 total yards. Leading all receiving for the season with 587 yards was Terrance Larkin. Quarterback Dave Schnell threw the ball to 126 completions, traveling 1882 yards in the air for anew Blazer passing record. Though not given the opportunity of going to the state playoff, the Blazers achieved the best record in the history of Elkhart Central, 9 wins and 1 loss. Ranked sixth in the state and second in the conference, the Blazers also set a record of the highest scoring game of 57 points. by Ricky Williamson Varsity Football ECHS OP Dekalb 23 S.B. LaSalle 57 S.B. Wash. 48 Mishawaka 47 S.B. Adams ie Warsaw 42 Penn 14 Elston 316) Memorial 45 S. B. Riley 7 Season Record: 9-1 SETS RECORDS Ready to run the ball Dennis Robinson catches a kick and searches for a place Hurdling for a pass, receiver Terrance Larkin stretches for the ball. P 0 27 8 19 3 13 20 Junior Varsity Football S. B. Clay S.B. LaSalle S.B. Wash. Mishawaka S.B. Adams S.B. Riley Penn Elston Memorial Searching for a receiver, quarterback David Schnell is assisted by Mike Graf. ECHS OPP 20 28 28 0 20 6 12 26 26 Season Record: 6-2 Tied: 1 NO DBANAHRWDADO P= Varsity Football s) Teamplay is emphasis pstaged by the varsity football squad was a hidden picture that revealed a handful of winning scores. Assisted by a few juniors was the Elkhart Central’s junior varsity football team. Togetherness and just plain having fun is one way one would describe the team. The varsity squad would win on Friday and they would cheer for the J.V. on Monday. “When the idea of team play wasn’t there, it resulted in a loss,’”” explains sophomore tailback Dorian Tuggle. “We (Tuggle and his cousin Brent Butler) were so-to-speak the bread-and-butter of the offensive strategy, but the idea of team play was there,” explains Tuggle. 76 Cert + a ete 6 18° 14: Varsity Football—Front Row: Scott Pickrell, Tim Doyle, Tim Dibly, Dennis Roberson, Joe McGhee, Victor Kyle, George Forrest, Robert Worrel, Ricky Williamson, Brian Stewart. Row 2 Manager James Bais, Fred Detwilder, Rene Echartea, Michael Buggs, David Willis, Levar Johnson, Terry Lovelady, Mark Stevens, Chris Saal, Thomas Braden, Steve Smith, Alton Conncers, Manager Brent Bittle. Row 3: Jeff Milan, Terrance Larkin, Stuart Jackson, Trainer Matthew Minichillo, Coach Bob Harrick, Coach Phil Stillson, Head Coach Tom Kurth, Coach Franck Serge, Coach Dave Peterson, Trainer Bill 66. 16: 65.39. Evans, Jim Deferrse, Todd Miller, Matt Sigsbee. Row 4: Glen William, Scott Smith, David Carr, Hulce Lytell, Alphanso James, John Honey, Rob LaRocca, Tim Burns, Tom Nance, Randy Horton, Kevin McArt, Bren Buttler. Row 5: Jamie Hence, Kurt Wambaugh, Wayne Bias, Tim Terlep, Dan Lucier, Michael Brownlee, Johnny Hence, Bill Ramsey, Pat Stevens, Robert Buss, Bob Haskins, Todd Kirts. Back Row: Don Decker, Tom O ’Connel, Dave Schnell, Jay Kirkpatrick, Dave Donnel, Scott Hagedorn, Jeff Babcock, Mike Graf, James Blessing, Mike Nolan, Dorian Tuggle. Adding experience to the JV team before moving up to varsity, Tim Burns tries to make a block. hen we wanted to work we were good, but we had to get serious and concentrate,” said Linda Echartea, a junior on the volleyball team. Senior Kim Shroff added, ‘We worked more on drills than playing together.” Determination worked, for example, when they defeated Memorial in a three game | Central volleyers (below) scramble for | the spike return. Volleyball—Front row: Theata _ Lambert, B. J. Smith, Mary Kate Graf, Jennie Phillips, Jill Rodino, and Brigid Curtis. Row 2: Linda Echartea, Lisa ' Edlund, Anette James, Teresah Thomas, GOALS MET match with a score of 15 to 12 in the final game. Jill Rodino, a junior, said, ‘We were so much better in the Memorial garne than we usually are.”” She went on to say, ‘Even in our warm-up before the game we looked good.” Senior, Brigid Curtis feels, “It was the support we received during and before the game that made us play up to our potential.” Goal cards were used to All power must go into a volley’s return, demonstrates Theata Lambert. Bridget McNiel, and Lisa Burkey. Back Row: Nancy Foster, Gina Giglio, Dace Lemanis, Mary O’Connell, Kim Shroff, and Colleen Laughlin. help the team members reach a certain goal by the end of the year. Each team member had a card and picked an area they wished to improve upon by the end of the year. They also had a team goal which was to raise their serving percentage. They started at alow percent, and they finsihed the year with their met goal of 90% and more serves over and good. Sophomore Jennie Volleyball OPP. Westview St. Joe Goshen S.B. Adams Northwood Marian Concord LaSalle M.C. Elston Memorial Penn Northride Wawasee Mishawaka S.B. Washington S.B. Riley S.B. Clay Northrop Huntington Season Record: Phillips said, ‘The goal cards helped us to work harder during the season.” “Overall our attitudes and techniques improved by the end of the year,” said Brigid. The season ended with an overall record of 5-16 and an NIC record of 3-6. by Chantel Mishler 5-16 Football Volleyball 77 Following through on a backhand, Todd Denton goes for another win. 78 Tennis As Craig Erikson looks on, Zach Huth positions himself for a winning shot. ays Coach Russ Busse before the Blazers’ semi-state match with S.B. Adams, “If you play as hard as you Can and give 100 percent you can walk away with your head held high, win or lose.” With a high-powered team led by a group of five seniors, the Blazers again rolled to sectional and regional victories. They finished 20-3. Entering the season with an impressive state ranking of No. 13, the Blazers shut out their first six Opponents. Seniors, Todd Denton, at No. 1 singles compiled an 18-4 season. He received all-NIC honors for his singles play, was selected to all-state’s second team and team’s MVP. Also receiving all-NIC recognition was No. 2 singles player, John Mulgrew who compiled a season record of 19-3. Junior Ric Wiskotoni also finished an VICTORIES ARE impressive year, No. 3 singles player at 19-1. All-NIC selection at No. 1 doubles was Craig Erikson and Zach Huth with a record of 19- 2. Senior Mike Van Horn was constant at No. 2 doubles with juniors Scott Bradley and Craig Campbell at 14-3. The Blazer netters fell short of their state finals, though pleased with their sectional and regional victories. IMPRESSIVE . - ee % FH % td _ ART D ME AE Boy’s Tennis ECHS S.B. Adams | SB. Clay M.C. Elston S.B. LaSalle Memorial Mishawaka Penn S.B. Riley S.B. Wash. Season Record: 7-2 Oma mwm mo Uh co Seat a ¥ , « i. i Seen s e : a 'Y 4 — - ‘ty : cd � mcetuens O a COhOOOCOW Front Row: Todd Parker, John Mulgrew, Mike Van Horn, Craig Erikson, Todd Denton, Zach Huth, Ric Wiskitoni, Row 2: Dave Speas, Marc Barfell, Chris Van Horn, Scott Bradley, Craig Campbell, Mike Polkinghorn, John Swallow, Back Row: Doug Dorsom, Troy Wright, Coach Russ aa Chris Clementz, Chris Tom, Eric Gall. Se { Junior Craig Campbell watches closely as Senior Mike VanHorn puts away another volley. Preparing himself, Junior Ric Wiskitoni gets ready to hit another winning backhand. Llores SLM LE REL Cee ota After hitting a winning volley, John Mulgrew has a look of determination on his face. Tennis the) roy ¢% Girls are undefeated, Guys are fourth at Sectional 80 Cross Country GIRLS ARE IMPRESSIVE, Freshman runners jill Lee and Sheila Brink (MVP Winner) push themselves to the finish line. n outstanding record of 9 wins _and 0 losses highlighted the season for the Girls Cross Country team coached by Jean Kerick. The team captured the sectional title, was fourth at regional, and placed twelfth at state. Northside freshman Sheila Brink, MVP, was the team’s number one runner since the beginning of the season. Jill Lee and Rochelle Krause, Freshmen at Brookdale, were also among the top seven. Margaret Sweet Rochelle Krause help out by keeping time for their fellow runners. Liz Snavely, Minnie Carr, Margaret Sweet, and Laura Hungate also made the impressive Girls Cross Country team. ess successful was the Central Boys Cross Country team which ended their season with a 4-5 record. Rich Hruby, and David Little won the MVP award at the Fall Sports Banquet. Rich Hruby, the number one runner, ran all season with an ankle injury. At the Memorial and_ freshman Senior Liz Snavely and freshman jill Lee warm-up together before their race is ready to start. meet, his ankle broke, but he continued to run despite the injury. Robert Krause felt that he did not put forth the effort that was needed at the meets. “You think that you can do better than you did and you look forward to the next meet and you try and do better,” says Robert. The team placed fourth at sectionals but was not able to advance to regionals and state. BOYS ARE 4-5 SEASON Together, Randy Bristol, Kevin Duthan, Robert Krause, Sam Froese, and Rich Hruby all warm-up so they can be loosened up before their race. Cross Country’s 1 runner, Rich Hruby, concentrates while running to the finish line. Boy’s Cross Country — Front Row: Pat Weaver, Sam Froese, Jim Sellers, Randy Bristol. Back Row:—Robert Krause, Kevin Dunithan, David Little, Rich Hruby, Jim Ramsey Boys Cross Country Girls Cross Country ECHS OPP ECHS OPP S.B. LaSalle 24 34 S.B. LaSalle 46 17 S.B. Adams 42 23 S.B. Adams 38 19 Mishawaka 4) iW Mishawakal Be 22 M.C. Elston 31 24 S.B. Riley 33 22 S.B. Riley ze 38 S.B. Clay 36 19 S.B. Clay 25 34 S.B. Washington 33 22 S.B. Washington 19 40 Penn 32 25 Penn 31 26 Memorial Bo 20 Memorial 40 20 M.C. Elston forfeited Season record 4-5 Season record 9-0 Sectionals — first Cross Country 81 3 Ee aS ; As a contributing freshman, Kate Sophomore Karen Zehendner shows McAleer helps the team achieve style and perfection as she finishes the another perfect season. second leg of the qualifying state relay. Advice Coach Leeth gave Toni May Con a : 4 ; g for it all, Sue Borneman makes helped her improve her times in the 50 nstlactlapic vices! yard free-style. nother taste of The team was helped state meet. SUCCESS Was Girls enormously by a strong In diving senior Amanda savored by the girls’ freshman class. With standouts Miller and juniors Connie swim team as they such as Jill Dusthimer in the 200 Minzey and Jenny Pletcher pats aaah set record- medley relay and 100 helped the Blue Wave to undefeated. Their 17-0 recor e breaststroke, Ann Brennen in victory as well. All three girls led them to become the first 56 straight the 200 and 500 free-styles and — went to the state meet and girls’ swim team in the area : Sue Borneman in the 100 helped in winning many dual with a record of 56 straight dual meet backstroke. meets with their 1,2,3 placings. dual meet Wee NIC champs @ 1 0 Senior Tish Lovan, junior Co-captains Cathy Deputy ne be ees een titles. Wins, Tracy Warrick and sophomore _and Tish Lovan led the Blue e blue Wave also came out eo. Jenny Turnock also were major Wave throughout the season in of the IHSAA State meet with a sectionals contributors in different areas counseling and team spirit. standing of 12th place. with all three placing in the “The most exciting meet was 82 Girls Swimming Style and grace are what it takes to ex- ecute a perfect dive, as demonstrated by Connie Minzey. Oa i y eaten 4 4 Le we won our 50th straight let at Goshen’s expense!” Girl’s Swimming ven with all the victories CR Adame oe | individual S.B. Clay 121 omplishments, the Blue ap ad Me ive showed the results of Memorial at areal team can do. pena Riley S.B. Wash. Season Record: 9-0 Girl’s Swimming —Front Row: Coach Karen Leeth, Carolyn Southworth, Mary Jo Rolfsen, Ann Hurley, Tish Lovan, Cathy Deputy, Cindy Searcy, Dru Van Wormer, and Amanda Miller. Row 2: Jenny Turnock, Michaele Meagher, Erika Sacro, Wendy Edman, Ana Shildmyer, Boo McAleer, Kim Thomas, Amanda Ramey, Margaret Rody, Tracy Warrick, Toni May, Jennifer Hill, Christy Bickart, Jenny State qualifier Tish Lovan snatches yet another victory for ECHS. “Come on, Big Blue, let’s go!,”” cheer swim team members getting rowdy prior to the meet. Pletcher, Connie Minzey. Row. 3: Jill Dusthimer, Candy Bloom, Jody Risius, Kim Mohr, Mandy Leaver, Kate McAleer, Leisa Moore, Andria Richmond, Karen Zehender, Jenny Dary, Jill Pettit, Lisa Boyer, Rachelle Bossnack, Sue Borneman, and Missy Jones. Not pictued: Managers: John Deputy, Matt Landrum, and Assistant Coaches: Mary Dobson, Wendy Cassady, and Mark Vilmure. Girls Swimming 83 0 SRS SST Ee, @e out alright until the Michigan City Rogers game. After that we never seemed to get it all back together,”” comments senior forward, Stuart Mays. The Blazers started out quite well with quickness, the ability to press, and various players with good scoring ability. The outlook for the team was very promising as they won their 84 Varsity Basketball ur season started Memorial players watch as Eddie Col- eman grabs for the rebound. first four games. It was after the loss to M.C. Rogers that the team began what Levar Johnson described as “an up and down season.” “We had alot of depth, maybe too much depth.” “It was hard for the players to find and adjust in their roles.” said head coach, Ed McDowell, concerning one of the team’s problewms. Terrance Larkin said, “Our lowest point was our loss to AN UP AND S.B. Washington when we were ranked sixteenth in the state.” Two major highlights of the season were the defeat of third ranked M.C. Elston and of cross town rivals, Memorial in the sectional. Mays described how, “With three second to go, the score was 76-75 Elston, | was in and got the ball to Dennis. Dennis passed to Charlie and he passed it back to Dennis. He Striving for the basket is Eddie Coleman as he is being fouled by an opponent. went for the shot and made the basket.” “We wanted the win more than they did and we were more determined about beating Memorial.’’ said Terrance Larkin. The Blazers had the potential to win the sectional but Levar Johnson said, ““We took them too lightly, | think.” Eddie Coleman added, “We expected to do better, | thought we were at least DOWN YEAR The high reach of Darrel William’s power layup puts two on scoreboard. With quick movements and effort, Dennis Robinson prepares to fake pass to outwit opponent. regional bound.” Ak hii ba . The Blazers ended the ig 2} ts: Boys’ Basket ball season by having a record of 15-8 and being sectional Defeating Northwood St. Joe pUnNneT DS: Goshen 8 S.B. Adams “It wasn’t a great record, but it C Elston Concord LaPorte i ” ishaw: _ it was over-all a good year. ewe REC: Rogers Northridge _ Mr. McDowell ended. d cette EE a an Memorial Wawasee Penn S.B. Clay S.B. Washington 67 Warsaw Q : Memorial Season Record: 13-7 Varsity Basketball 85 Co ] SENS RE Varsity Basketball—Front Row: Stuart Mays, Scott Bradley, Charlie Woolwine. Row 2: Steve Brown, Collin Kebo, Levar Johnson, Coach Ed McDowell, Darrell Williams, Eddie Coleman. Back Row: Dennis Robinson, Craig Erikson, and Terrance Larkin. JV Basketball Girls’ afd : BB JV shows consistency , Girls defeat 86 Memorial he consistency and success of Boys’ JV basketball team was revealed with a proud 16-4 showing at the end of the season. Coach Dennis Nowicki led his team to defeat Memorial, which was one of the high points for the players. “We had an exciting season and we got better as the season went on,” stated Chuck Lamb. One of the things that the team improved on as the season went on was working as a team. ‘Towards the middle of the season,” said Shawn Middleton, “we played more as a team.” Although Girls’ Basketball had many outstanding individuals and had high hopes for the season, “The season could have been better,”’ as Latrice Sturgis, Co-captain, explained. ‘All the team members learned to play as a team later.” One of the highpoints to the 6-11 season was the victory over Memorial in which the whole team contributed to the win. The girls picked up many individual awards during the season and at the Winter Sports Banquet, the Peach Basket Award, a new local award for Girls’ Basketball was awarded to ECHS. Among the awards Co- captain Kim Shroff picked up MVP and Best Field Goal and Free Throw percentage. Kim also made NIC first team. Minnie Carr picked up mental attitude and Most Assists and Steals Award and Amy Godshalk picked up Best Scholastic Award. Coach Todi Velkoff said, “We had high expectations that we didn’t reach.” Dribbling downcourt is Mike Lewis as he tightly defended by his opponent. A eee F Although not playing, Coach Todi Jumping above opposition is senior Surrounded but not holding on is Linda Velkoff, Kim Warner and Toni May still Kim Warner. Echartea. concentrate on the game. 74 e i If one doesn’t have the ball, one must guard, shows Minnie Carr. Girls’ Basketball A jumpshot with poise and precision is displayed by Latrice Sturgis. Northridge Concord Goshen St. Joe Mishawaka Wawasee MC. Elston S.B. Adams Lakeland Memorial S.B. Washington Northwood Penn LaSalle Memorial S.B. Clay S.B. Riley Warsaw aA Echartea, Toni May, Sue Mann, Lisa Carr. pea so 1 Lemanis, Carol Maylath. Kim Warner, Boys JV Girls Basketball 87 Bubba Blessing, Chuck Bostian receive firsts at sectional, place at regionals; last year’s state champ Barry Hart goes to 88 Wrestling semi-state finals nexperienced was the word to describe Coach Rollie Hoover’s team and their disappointing season. With only a handful of returning seniors, the team knew that they were going to have to re-build and get in some of the hours of practice and experience needed to make a winning team. INEXPERIENCE PLAGUES When sectional time came around, the seniors gave their best and pulled through with three individual victories. James (Bubba) Blessing and Chuck Bostian both received firsts at sectionals and went on to regionals. Bubba placed second at regionals and later qualified at semi-state. Chuck also placed at regionals and received a fourth place victory. Y Last year’s state champ Barry Hart was pushing hard to bring back the state crown for the second year straight but was defeated in the semi-state finals. Barry had problems finding a wrestling partner his equal on the team and this was because of lack of depth and inexperience. Barry feels that without team depth, the competitive feeling is somewhat lost and this makes it tougher to win. “When you know that there are other guys on the team that are in your class, it takes some of the pressure off,” Barry remarked. Many people don’t realize all of the preparation a wrestler goes through before ever stepping on a mat. A wrestler has to build up his strength, physical endurance, speed, WRESTLING SEASON balance, and most important, his mental attitude. Barry believes that wrestling is 90% mental, and confidence is the key to being a winner. “When you are out on the mat and you start to get bad thoughts, then you are going to lose because your power of confidence is defeated,”’ Chuck Bostian said. Making sure he does it right, Coach Rollie Hoover watches Chuck Bostian practice a shoulder throw Wrestling Team—Front Row: Chuck Bostian, Chris Tom, Barry Hart, Kelly Sheppard, Scott Smith, Gary Brough, Matt Harter. Back Row: Coach Dick Light, Chris Saal, Scott McCaslin, Troy Foltz, Jeff Saddler, Scott Si mmons, Brad Comer, Sam _ Purchelli, James Blessing, Coach Rollie Hoover. Wrestling LaSalle S.B. Clay S.B. Washington Penn Memorial Mishawaka M.C. Elston S.B. Adams S.B. Riley Mishawaka Season Record: 2-10 Wrestling 89 BLUE WAVE WINS Checking out the statistics are Todd , , Landrum, Vince Bossnack, and Dan _ Senior Todd Wright gets a pat on the Clark. Best Season in 7 years nder the reins of their first year coach Dave Hemmerlein, the Blue Wave swam to their best season since 1977. With early season victories over Memorial, Goshen and Concord, the Blazers were fast 90 Boys’ Swimming back from coach Dave Hemmerlein. out of the blocks. Winning their first sectional in seven years, the team capped a great year. Led by seniors John Greener, Brian Armstrong, Todd Wright and Todd Landrum, the Blazers compiled a 13-2 regular season record, the best record by a Blue Wave team since the split of the schools. “The team did so well this year because we worked together and worked as a team,” says John Greener. 4 Poe Fa a a “We emphasized teamwork all year and it paid off.’” Todd Landrum adds, “We all came together as a team and helped each other in many different ways.” With the Blue Waves’ first win over Goshen since the schools split, and with easy wins over Concord and Memorial, the Blazers were confident for their sectional. As junior Dave Mason commented, “We had the ability to win the sectionals; it was just a matter of if everything would come together that particular day.” Qualifying four swimmers for the state meet, the Blazers were pleased with their showing. Individual qualifiers were Mike Rydson in the 100 breastroke, and Dave Mason in the 100 back and 200 individual medley. Mason, Rydson, Troy Wright and Jeff Ryman all qualified as a team in the 200 SECTIONAL medley relay. With Mason placing 7th in the 100 back, and the 200 medley relay team placing 13th, the Blazers placed 34th out of 55 schools. Looking well and with great form is Senior Todd Landrum gives his best Central swimmer and diver Jeff Ryman. + while swimming the butterfly. At the end of a good finish is swimmer Troy Wright. Boys’ Swimming—Front Row: John Owens, Phil Jones, Jeff Phillips, Rick Boy’s Swimming Searcy, Jeff Ryman, Chris Knight, Troy Wright, Todd Landrum, Ken Oakeson, ECHS . Todd Wright, Brian Armstrong, Dan Clark, John Greener, Coach Dave S.B. Adams 103 Hammerlein, Mike Rydson. S.B. Clay 116 M.C. Elston 69 S.B. LaSalle 118 Memorial 105 Mishawaka 120 Penn 42 S.B. Riley 61 S.B. Wash. 116 Season Record: 7-2 Boys’ Swimming 91 Desronae her agility is Jennifer Hill with a split leap on the beam. Gripping the bars tightly is Alicia Walters in her routine. Displaying poise and balance is Staci Foy as she performs on the beam. Gymnastics—Front Row: Dru Dougherty, Maike Hugendick, Jenny Pletcher, Sandy Pettis, Kyoko Kamiuchi, Penni Howard, Ann Biddlecom, Josie Phillips, Amanda Miller, Denise Everett, Bella Motta, Amanda Ramey. Row 2: Staci Foy, Natalie Kochanowski, Mrs. Smith (coach), Tammy Buckley, Kristi Cates. Back Row: Traci Schaefers, Michelle Brenneman, Jennifer Hill, Theresa Weaver, Erin Davis, Alicia Walters. ven though the “Everyone was really into Jenny Pletcher, a junior, feels season ended with the support of each other that everyone had a good Gymnastics a not-so-glorious throughout the season,” the attitude. She sums up the ECHS OPP. overall record of 4- junior comments. season simply with, “It was 5, there were many strong Jane Tully points out that fun.” Tore 2 i points to the girls’ gymnastics with the large numbers of High point scores for the Lakeland 3 0 team, as brought out by a few inexperienced gymnasts, senior season were Penni Howard West Noble ; of its members. Penni Howard was a big plus to (Optional), Jennifer Hill East Noble 0 2 Gymnast Jennifer Hill feels the team. “She was a big help (Intermediate), and Michelle ees : 0 1 that they worked as a team to the younger gymnasts. It Brenneman (Beginning). Memorial 0 3 even though gymnastics is was like having another coach Team Record more of an individual sport. on the team,” says Jane. Optional: 4-5 Intermediate: 5-4 Beginning: 3-2 92 Softball Gymnastics PUT FORTH Up in the air with a fly ball gripped tight in her mitt is junior Jane Tully. Waiting for the signal from Coach Walker, senior Ann Hurley anticipates the steal to third base. Keeping an eye on her pitch is sophomore Mary Kate Graff. ith nine returning lettermen, the girls’ softball team gave everyone a challenge, even defeating South Bend Adams, 8-3, a used-to-be-undefeated team before meeting up with the © Blue Blazers. “In this game the girls proved it and we all learned how to be competitive. We weren't as Girl’s Softball — Front Row: Liz Snavely, Jane Tully, Valerie Ellis, Christy Schaefer, Chris Erickson, Jill Artley. Row 2: D’Andre Lese, Rochelle Krause, Gina strong mentally as we should have been, but we did learn from our mistakes throughout the season,” said jane Tully Gina Giglio said, ‘We had a really strong defense yet we were just sitting on offense.” Their strong defense is what gave the team their confidence and spirit to keep the season going. First baseman and team WIR Giglio, Coach Dave Walker, Assistant Coach Carol Albaugh, Amy Godshalk, Tracy Schaefers, Mary Kate Graf. Back Row: Katja Detjen, Gayle Holycross, captain, Ann Hurley, was chosen for NIC first team. Amy Godshalk, shortstop, and Liz Snavely, center field, were chosen for NIC second team. “We had the individual talent, but we just didn’t play as a team when we really could’ve gone far if we did,” says Jane. Kris Kimmel, Jane Sobzak, Colleen Laughlin, Ann Hurley, and _ Lisa Anderson. Not Pictured: Jamie Young. Softball ECHS OPP. S.B. Adams 8 S.B. Clay 16 M.C. Elston S.B. LaSalle — Memorial Mishawaka Penn S.B. Riley S.B. Wash. — HhOMLANMNAwW Team Record: 3-6 Softball Gymnastics 93 a seers caer carieichias nts rmnrneenteianammmn rameters 94 Boys Track The baton is passed from Terry Lovelady as Dennis Robinson sprints for the city record. espite some injuries later in the season, the Central boys’ track team was successful in winning Regionals at Fort Wayne and setting individual and team records. Terrance Larkin, Terry Lovelady, Dennis Robinson and Mark Stevens set city and school records in the 400 meter relay. A school record was set by the 600 meter relay In a meet at Memorial, Terrance Larkin shows relief as he crosses the finish line. team of Lovelady, Robinson, Tim Burns, Scott Ezzell and Chris Saal. As ateam, Central was satisfied with their Regional win and “was showing a lot of improvement as the season progressed,” said junior Kevin Dunithan. Jamie Hence agreed that the team “definitely improved.” The team was disappointed at State since they didn’t do as BLAZERS TAKE REGIONAL, well as they had expected to. Coach Marshall Sellers had to deal with very few seniors and had to look to the underclassmen for support. Senior Doug Watson summed up the season by saying, “We had a pretty successful season,” and added, “The underclassmen helped out a lot and showed leadership for the future’. SET SCHOOL RECORD After jumping a distance of 19’7” Scott Attempting to clear a height of 6’2” is | Bradley lands in the sand in a meet Leading the way for the Blazers is senior Doug Watson. against Mishawaka. junior distance runner Robert Krause. Boy’s Track—Front Row: Kelly Shepard, Jim Sellers, Rob Gooch, Todd Miller, Terry Lovelady, Scott Simmons, Sam Froese, Bob Sikes. Row 2: Jamie Hence, Pat Weaver, Bill Ramsay, Eric Gregory, Coach Bob Herrick, Head Boys’ Track Adams Coach Marshall Sellers, Coach Ben Clay 79 48 Paolillo, David Little, Kevin Dunithan, Elston 52 75 Bob Wiegner, Jeff McCaroll. Row 3: LaSalle ‘ 76 51 Robert Krause, Dave Murse, Terrance | Memorial 59 68 Larkin, Rich Hruby, Scott Bradley, Brent | Mishawaka 63 64 Momer, Mark Stevens, Franklin | Penn 66 61 Brekinridge, David Carr. Back Row: | Riley ' 79 48 Rich Signeski, Ben Knopick, Don | Washington (forfeit) 1 0 Decker, Wayne Bias, Doug Watson, : Chris Saal, Scott Ezzell. Regional Season Record 6-3 Going for it all in the 2 mile is Rich Hruby. Boys’ Track 95 NIC CHAMPS AGAIN Freshman Christine Carr hurls the shot put. Looking for a record mile is Jenny Tur- nock with Sue Borneman close behind. Girls’ Track ECHS Adams Ti Clay 92 Elston 58 LaSalle 81 Memorial 60% Mishawaka 81 Penn 51 Riley 87 S.B. Washington 73 Sectional Season Record: 8-1 96 Girls’ Track fter a close season the girls’ track team remained undefeated once again this year and captured the Northern Indiana Conference for the second year ina row. They were not able, however, to receive a sectional first and thus ended a seven-year crown. Although the team received a second place at sectionals, many members received firsts. The 1600 relay team flew by everybody else with a time of 4:07:4 and Connie Minzey received her first place win in the hurdles. All Conference winners were Minnie Carr in the 400 meter and Jenny Merryfield in the long jump. “This year’s team was really special because they all worked together as a team, but still left enough room for each member to try for their personal best,’’ Coach Trudy Battjes commented. by Sarah Strauss Working for a perfect hand-off is Jenny Merryfield and receiver Dorothy Jackson. Showing the way high jumping should be done is Marty Williams. Flying over the hurdles with only each other to beat are Connie Minzey and Rochelle Krause. Girl’s Track—Front_ Row: Coleen Sue Borneman, Coach Ganger, Coach Jenny Merryfield, Sherri West, Bella Mantle, Anne King, Dorothy Jackson, Trudy Battjes, Coach Joe Lee, Lisa Motta, _Cindy Shaum. Back Row: Minnie Carr, Laura Nelson, Christine Wenzel, Chris Wright, Theresa Stephanie Miller, Sherri Bourn, Debbie ae Carr, Dee Dee Washington, Jennifer Weaver, Toni May. Row 3: jill Sigsbee, Connie Minzey, Mary Ann With a look of determination, Sherri Horton, Sherelle Mason. Row 2: Linda Dustheimer, Nancy Ayres, Tanda Hossler, Kim Shroff, Amy Parmeter, and Bourn fights to the end. Echartea, Jenny Turnock, Lisa Burkey, Taylor, Tina McKibben, Tia Curry, Sheila Brink. Girls’ Track 97 A winner of the state finals’ mental at- titude award, Leslie Riblet keeps her eye on the ball. Hitting a perfect return is Angie Phillips. Team work is important for doubles as Jane Best and Nancy Keyse illustrate. lazer girls had another undefeated season. Starting out defeating Concord year with a 24-2 record. Riblet also made both all-conference and state teams. Other senior players — Sara Indianapolis Brebuel in a hard battle, they lost 5-0. The highest individual award given at the state finals, the Alice Holdeman ended at a 21- 5 record while Jennie Phillips at no. 3 ended with the same. The girls captured the 4-1, they ended the season defeating Goshen 5-0. Their undefeated season entitled them to be N.I.C. champs the second year in a row. Senior Leslie Riblet played no. 1 singles ending her last 98 Tennis Scholarships Summers at no. 1 doubles ended her season with junior Angie Phillips 21-4, while senior Nancy Keyse and junior Jane Best ended their season 23-1. Both no. 2 and no. 3 singles were sophomores. At no. 2, sectional, regional and semi- state, but met their toughest competition at the state finals. They first played Ft. Wayne Dwenger winning by a mere 3-2. This put them in the finals in the afternoon. After playing mental attitude award was given to Leslie Riblet. First year coach Connie Marzotto added, “We had a great year and surprised some people.” loldeman. Girls’ Tennis Concord Munster Mishawaka Breman Penn Culver S.B. Riley St. Joe S.B. Washington Northwood S.B. Adams Crown Point Bre man Memorial S.B. Clay M.C. Elston LaSalle Goshen ECHS AMA bhWUNNNNNnNSUwuns Semi-State Season Record: 18-0 COCO] =]=NO0000=O0N00— Scholarships awarded SCHOLARSHIPS WON lata tel 5 the net is number two singles Alice Determination shows on Jane Best’s face as she goes for a winner. ome of Central's outstanding female athletes received scholarships for their participation in various sports for the year. Winning the Don Mossy Tennis Scholarship was Nancy Keyse with Leslie Riblet being runner- up. The William Nolan Volleyball Scholarship was awarded to Brigid Curtis. Hitting a perfect return is junior Angie Phillips. Girls’ Tennis—Front Row: Christy Papa, Susan Fisher, Julie O'Dell, Sara Alfrey, Staci Eldredge. Row 2: Sigi Marohn, Susan Summers, Kit Jones, Lisa Stoops. Row 3: Christy Bickert, Anne Myers, Jane Best, Leslie Riblet, Alice Holdeman, Rochelle Bosnack, Priya Gupta. Back Row: Melinda Method, Nancy Keyse, Sara Summers, Bridget McNeil, Angie Phillips, Jennie Phillips, Coach Connie Marrazato. Amanda Miller was the recipient of the Pfaff Gymnastics Scholarship and Kim Warner won the Thomas Dusthimer Scholarship, while Kim Schroff was runner-up. Cindy Searcy was runner-up to Tish Lovan for the Dr . Ferguson Swimming Scholarship given by B F Realty. Tish was also Central’s outstanding female athlete. Tennis Scholarships 99 GOLF RANKS 11, SOCCER Co-Captain Jeff Hagedorn quickly at- tempts to tackle a player. Central’s number one golfer, Mike Col- glazier shows his form. Stahl, Chris Clementz, Troy Stone, and Varsity Golf — Front Row: John Deputy, Jeff Pettit. Mike Kalass, Theresa Thomas, Mark Tice, and Brett Yoder Row 2: Todd Zilm, Wayne Ligocki, John Linn, Keith Poslston, and Jim McGuire Back Row: Coach Dick Light, Mike Colglazier, John ith 6 returning lettermen and new head coach Dick Light, the golf team set out for its season with a lot of talent. The team showed general improvements and brought themselves to a six- win and three-loss season. Major disappointment for the team was when they came in fourth at sectionals. This was an unexpected event for the team, who had high hopes for 100 Golf Soccer sectionals. ‘We started off well, but we seemed to fall apart at sectionals,” said Mike Colglazier. The golf team was ranked 11th in the state and overall had a good season with many outstanding contributing individuals. The soccer team which, in its second year, still wasn’t a school-funded sport, was granted varsity letters for the first time. Another change was the new coach Jim Kauffmann, who had high hopes for the soccer program at Central. Coach Kauffmann felt the season was good. “We had a pretty good season, although there were ups and downs, but overall we showed improvement in skills as a team.” Some high points during the season were the opening victory match against Memorial and a difficult match defeating South Bend Clay. Co-captain Jeff Hagedorn felt the season could have been better. “Lack of skills and learning to play as a team were things that kept us from doing better,’’ he recalled. Although the team didn’t finish as well as expected with a 46-1 record in the NIC, it was a learning and growing experience for soccer at Central. by Joe Derr IN SECOND YEAR Demonstrating his offensive skill is Jeff | Looking on for a possible pass from Jeff Senior Jeff Burrows breaks down the Hagedorn as he dribbles the ball | Hagedorn is Steve Brown. field as John Cook looks on for the downfield. pass. Varsity Soccer—Front Row: Christian Golf Pulliam, Mark Warlick, Dan Doyle, Tim Hines, Kary Katzenberger, Jeff Yoder, ECHS Row 2: John Hostetler, Malcom SB Adams 329 SB Clay 332 MC Elston 331 LaSalle 331 Morison, Steve Brown, Brent Landrum, Row 3: Jeff Hagedorn, Jim Fitzgerald, Rob Lucier, Sam Puricelli, Coach Jim Kauffmann, Joe Derr, Joe Spano, Scott Memorial 340 Hagedorn, Back Row: Rod Miller, Jeff | Mishawaka 313 Burrows, Jack Burrows, Dave Querry, Penn 349 Chris Thornton, Scott McCaslin, Tony Riley 322 Anagnos, Flint Dille, and John Cook. SB Washington 333 Team Record: 6-3 Golf Soccer 101 BATMEN CAPTURE With a firm grip on the ball, Robert oo Worrell throws toward home plate. Concentrating on the ball, Joe Dobson strides toward the ball. ompiling a season of 21-6 and capturing the , sectional by beating Memorial, the Blazer batmen were successful. The success was mainly due to the attitude of the players; as Coach Mike Lutz said, “They really enjoyed playing the game and were willing to do the work that it 102 Baseball takes to be successfu.”” Junior R obert Worrell’s thoughts coincided with those of his coach. “Each player wanted to improve and worked hard at it. We had the talent and, more importantly, the right attitude,” he stated. Team unity was a key factor in the team’s success, according to senior John After scooping up the ground ball, John Dorris guns down the baserunner at first. Dorris. ‘We all stuck together, wanting each other to do well. We were rooting for each other throughout the year.” At the sectional’s end, the and Steve Stewart (.347). Pitching for the Blazers, Scott Dvornik held an earned run average of 2.30 and win-loss record of 8-4, while Joe Blazer bats had maintained a Dobson held an ERA of 2.62 batting average of over .300. and a record of 10-1. by Tim Delagrange The players with the highest averages on the team at this time were Robert Worrell (.356), Scott Dvornik (.354), Pouncing on the batted ball, Steve Stewart comes up looking for a play. The infield gathers for a quick conference. After positioning himself, Mike lanigro turns and whips the ball to first. Baseball—First Row: Steve Stewart, Scott Dvornik, Mike lanigro, Tim Doyle. Row 2: Jim DeFreese, Fred Detwiler, Robert Worrell, John Dorris, Rob LaRocca, Joe Dobson. Back Row: Dave Willis, Bill McGovern, Coach Mike Lutz. Baseball S.B. Clay ECHS ‘ Mishawaka M.C. Elston LaSalle S.B. Riley S.B. Adams Memorial Northridge Northridge S.B. Washington Penn S.B. Clay M.C. Elston Goshen a ios) — N St. Joe. Marian Wawasee Concord Concord Mishawaka S.B. Riley Memorial S.B. Adams S.B. Washington LaSalle Penn Marian WOWRWNONANAWAO NA OWwWbhBD 2 OWN OCOWWNfa = OhUNNO rPraaaiea ti ey Taking the lead off second base is Rob LaRocca. Baseball 103 Last minute gossip before going back to school are Tracey Loucks, Annette Freeman and Tammy Cobolt. Enjoying the sun and break at lunch is Mark Arisman Jr. Consuming lunch, even in the cafeteria is a fun affair for Wayne Lagocki. Taking advantage of the sun while studying is exchange student Katja Detjen. eee RITES stan tear eme pants HRN 104 People Division While dressed as panhandlers, Micheal Brownlee and Derry Gadson breakdance at the masquerade. Cheerful over Central’s on-coming victory is Tammy Buckley. School spirit and eating go hand-in-hand for a healthy, cheering fan at the games. Starry-eyed with Central’s school spirit is Sherri Courtney. Keeping on top of their studies are Darrell Williams and Tinya Fisher. he people at Central are varied and many which brings added depth to the student body. They were greatly spirited or just a little. Some were exotically different while some stayed on top of the trends. There were the usual class clowns, loud-mouths and jokesters, but also the quiet, prim and proper, the scholarly and all of those wonderful mixtures of them all. Some were organized, some were a mess. There were those who cared and at times, those who didn’t. No matter the differences, everyone was a Blazer! People Division 105 106 Administration eginning on February 13, 1984, Dr. Frederick Bechtold became new superintendent of schools. He had received his Ph.D from Purdue and has been associated with everything from Phi Delta Kappa to the Boy Scouts. Dr. Bechtold’s interests includes sailing, fishing, camping, scouting, theater, reading, family outings and church work. His wife, Judy, is an elementary teacher and they have three children: Daniel, 19, Diana, 18, and John, 11. An Editorial Meet Dr. Frederick Bechtold You can t get more and more from lESS andless can’t get more. An Excellence in Education Referendum in the May primary election which asked voters to increase property taxes to maintain a quality education program in Elkhart was defeated by about a thousand votes. An Elkhart Truth editorial suggested that the voters did not reject quality education. They rejected higher property taxes. This was one of the few opportunities they had to vote concerning taxes. The additional $1,200,000 would have been used to restore cuts made in the 1984 budget, improve staff salaries ith less and less, you which have suffered in recent years due to lower revenue percentage from the state, and to implement new programs at the elementary level. Every year, more is being asked of this and other school systems, whether it’s the social problems of drugs, integration, driver’s education, or educating the handicapped. More is demanded. Less is given financially. At some point, the public must be aware that you can’t continue cutting excellent programs, under paying staff, and still expect a quality product. With less and less money, you can’t get more. You continue only to get less. Assistant Superintendent Dr. Robert Franklin assists with curriculum development, Director of Secondard Education Dr. Warren Breneman supervises the junior integration, and other designated areas. highs and the high schools. sen Board of School Trustees — Ronald B. Teal (Secretary), Karen Cittadine, Ronald D. Gordon, Gloria F. Gregory, Richard J. Jensen, William G. Cork (President), Ben T. Grove (Vice President). Administration 107 Congratulating Principal Al Bias for his administrator award is Robert Minicillo, Vice Supervising attendance and hel Principal, who nominated Mr. Bias. Mr. Minichillo is much appreciated for his cipal and super administrator. tireless effort on behalf of both staff and students of ECHS. ping with discipline is Joyce Carver, Assistant Prin- 108 Administration Receiving a gift from Theata Lambert, Class Secretary, is Principal Al Bias. Orientation for parents of incoming students includes a welcome from Prin- cipal Al Bias. eee EE PN Ee ee ee ce eee ee ee me On a tour of the perth parents chat airman Van with Language Arts Young. Administrators plan fransition fo four year school concern of administrators has been to plan for the added class of freshmen as Central goes from a three-year to a four-year high school. The enrollment increase will be close to 600 students. To this end, the administration met with parents of prospective freshmen and sophomores. Also the incoming students were given information and a tour of ECHS during the spring. All clubs and organizations were urged to consider how to make the freshmen feel a part of ECHS. Freshmen indeed benefited in many elective areas such as journalism publications, theater and art. In August a student orientation was held again. Several school assemblies were also scheduled to help orient students. Added furniture, much from Brookdale Junior High (which was phased out), was used to increase the capacity of Central’s school rooms. Three science labs were completely renovated with equipment. A business computer lab with 30 IBM computers was added, and this gave Central three complete computer lab rooms. Administration 109 Facultys Involved with Below, Mr. William Cavenaugh reacts to a pie in his face. Supervising the spirit competition are Activities Director Bob Slaughter and Patty Pletcher. t takes a lot of something to have a pie in the face. Some faculty agreed to this to raise money for the musical. Others were involved in Noontime Happenings, whether supervising or on occasion joining in. Still others gave time to clubs and sports. Faculty could be seen at all other social and athletic events. This was often in addition to spending time with their own families. Marie Arnold enjoys reading and crafts and teaches English along with being JV cheerleading sponsor. ¢ House remodeling, sewing, and swimming are the hobbies of English teacher Barbara Beeson. Being the science department chairperson and having computer program- ing as a hobby takes up a lot of Charles Beeson’s time. « Adam Bossnack is raising 5 children along with teaching German. ¢ As the Boy’s Tennis coach, Russell Busse keeps going along with math courses and keeping honey bees. He is department chairman. Social studies instructor Phil Campagnoli teaches sociology and psychology. « Bill Cavanaugh keeps busy by teaching math and keeping up with his reading and computer hobbies. Counselor Robert Clark enjoys hun- ting and fishing. � Candy Crofoot specializes in learning disabilities. « As a life science teacher, Janet Kay Dabler has interests in jogging, gardening, and sewing. Guidance department head June Deal also helps with the Youth for Understanding-Foreign Exchange Program here at Central. The hobbies of librarian Jackie Dougherty are reading, cooking, and bicycling. Golfing and sewing are the special interests of English teacher Sandra Duwe. « Athletic Director Ted Foland enjoys Corvettes and golf. « Working on needlecrafts, reading, and golfing are the special interests of the school nurse Elaine Frey. 110 Faculty Industrial arts chairman Dennis Gable enjoys electronics. « Being in charge of Northside gym’s crowd control is life science teacher Lynn Garrard. As the drafting and oan arts teacher, Ron Geyer enjoys handball, sailing, and photography. « Art chairman Tom Grove enjoys cookouts, movies, and drawing. Teaching woodwork and drafting takes all of David Jester’s time. Reading and fishing are the hobbies of U.S. history teacher Robert Johnson. « Central’s orchestra is not the only class Leslie Keeslar teaches; she also teaches elementary orchestra and is involved with the Elkhart Symphony. Enjoying needlework is home economics ache Karen Klarecki’s hobby. Margaret Kleppinger enjoys teaching reading improvement, world studies, and basic communications. ¢ Being the head Blazer football coach and teaching P.E., Tom Kurth naturally enjoys sports. As the head of the Girls Swimming and a gym teacher, Karen Leeth is also an assistant athletic director. e George Leis teaches physics along with coaching YMCA youth soccer and MSA soccer. e American government and US. history teacher Shirley Lint enjoys travel, golfing, and bridge. ¢ Working crossword puzzles fills business educa- tion teacher Mary Lloyd’s spare time. e The head baseball coach and math teacher is Michael Lutz who also enjoys water skiing and basketball. Faculty 111 Joe Harvey Prom sponsor Cynthia Marks contributes her time to be- ing the junior class sponsor along with teaching art. « Basketball coach and guidance counselor Ed McDowell enjoys skiing and music. Teaching practical writing and modern literature is Karen McNeil who also helps with pep club. McNeil resigned at the end of the year to teach in Arizona. ¢ Golf and playing the piano are the hobbies of world literature and sarced college composition teacher Cheryl Menzel. ¢ Randy Miller enjoys sports and woodcarving along with teaching mathematics. Being a weight watcher, chef and world traveler interests newspaper and yearbook advisor Kenton Monjon. Working with young children in child development and guidance are the interests of home economics depart- ment head Marilyn Moore. ¢ Virginia Ogren teaches key boarding, accounting, and typing and enjoys tennis as a hobby. ¢ Directing and playing parts in the school play are English teacher Kevin Ong’s main interests. He also spon- sors Thespians. Speech team coach Nancy Osborne teaches speech and vocabulary and advanced composition. Being in control of vocal music, concert choir, Shades of Blue, girls’ choir and boys’ choir takes up much of Dennis Phipps’ time. ¢ Patricia Pletcher teaches typing, business law and management, and computer keyboarding along with being the sophomore class sponsor. ¢ Taking time off to have a baby is business orientation and typing teacher Janet Riley. Bird watching and gardening are the hobbies of Spanish teacher Betty Sherck. ¢ Setting up a student I.D. program has been a project of Activities Director Robert Slaughter, who also enjoys golfing. Teaching computer programming is Kevin Smith’s main interest. © Pamela Smith teaches advanced art and humanities. In the summer she studied art and humanities in Paris and the French countryside. Science teacher Metodi Velkoff also coaches the girls’ basketball team. « Teaching math and raising a teenager takes up a lot of David Vollmar’s time. ¢ Phyllis Warrick teaches psychology and sociology along with being the social studies department chairperson. Typing, accounting, and office machines classes are all being taught by Sharrie Watson. « Industrial arts teacher David Wetzel enjoys building, fishing, and family ac- tivities. Sports is the hobby of chemistry and geometry teacher Don Willis, along with helping his wife as co- senior class sponsor. « Nancy Willis enjoys youth work along with teaching life science and being a co-senior class sponsor with her husband. Both Willises retired at the close of the school year. English department chair- man Van Young enjoys dancing, jazz music, and reading. Van hosts his own jazz radio show on WTRC at 10:30 on Saturday evening. 112 Faculty retires after 30 years with system etiring after 30 years with the Elkhart Community Schools is Guidance Counselor Joe Harvey. In 1954, Mr. Harvey began teaching junior high. He taught four years of social studies and then transferred to Elkhart High School. At ECHS, he taught government until the fall of 1974 when he became a guidance counselor. Along with teaching and counseling, Joe assisted in coaching basketball for 16 years and was head coach for cross country for 14 years. Mr. Harvey is married and has a married son and daughter. After his retirement, he and his wife plan to move to Sun City, Arizona, play a lot of golf, and perhaps get involved in real estate. Tracy Louck Nancy, Don Willis retire... (See p. 150) Hard at work in the guidance office is Joe Harvey. Cafeteria Workers: Front Row: Sue Cripe, Sandy Jacobs, jill Garbenick, Peg Shenk, Ruth A. Berger, Back Row: Marcia Hopper (Cafeteria Manager), Carolyn Moore, Barton Barton, Irene Dexter, Glenna Ott, Phyllis Gilbert, Barb Mann. Secretaries, aides... Rita Alley, Athletic Secretary Pat Berkey, Switchboard Operator Receptionist Yvonne Crooks, Attendance Secretary Nan Davis, Library Secretary Jane Flora, Music Secretary; Accompanist Norma Pelton, Principal’s Secretary Shonne Reber, Registrar Sharon Wise, Guidance Secretary Barb True, Library, Office Aide Joyce Wooten, Extra Curricular, Vice-Principal’s Secretary Advertising 113 Dave Adams Laura Adkins Robert Aenis Mike Albright Kathy Alig Tony Anagnos Andy Anderson William Anderson Ann Andrews Christina Arbogast Robert Archer Mark Arisman Theresa Arthur Jeff Babcock Tony Balser Brian Barnard Harry Bates Paul Bates Paula Baughman William Beadle Bryan Beathea Veronica Beattie Vicki Bentley Kristi Berggren Carrie Berkey Nancy Biddlecom Kelly Birt Jay Blenner Candice Bloom Tina Bogart Tony Bonelli Vince Bossnack Eric Bowers Lisa Boyer Rick Bradberry Tom Braden Brett Bradley Cindy Bradley Michelle Brenneman Danielle Brinkman 114 Sophomores | walked into the wrong classroom and sat down waiting for class to start,’’ Greg Warlow admitted. For a sophomore the first week of school can be a trying, exciting experience. Little things like getting a locker open, finding the biology rooms, and learning to use the library correctly can kill a sophomore just from worry. really got a embarrassed when Finding a class can be a big problem for a sophomore even with the handy map on the back side of the Central folders. “| was having problems finding one of my classes and then | realized that | had been making one big circle!’ Rick Searcy remembered. The first week of school brought some exciting moments to others also. ‘The greatest thing that happened to me was trying out for the 6 o Class of 86 o Class of ’86 o Cl Embarrassing musical and then making it,”” Kelli Stich recalled. Spike Decker thought that the best thing about the first week of school was “getting to play my first varsity football game.’’ Now that sophomores have gotten used to high school life, students don’t think much about that first week of school. Alan Hunsberger now says, “I try not to think about it.” Class of °86 ° Cla After following the recipe carefully, During her English class, Chantel Dorian Tu ggle tastes his soup in Foods — Mishler prepares her speech for the 2 class. next day. cee? eae ee re? € oe Dale Brown Steve Brown Rhonda Burdin Brent Butler Jessica Butler Randy Cameron Jeff Campbell Dan Carr David Carr Susan Carr Jackie Chandler Michelle Chandler Sonya Chandler Phillip Chason Celeste Christian Bonita Clark David Clark Marjorie Cloft Debbie Coleman Brad Comer Gordon Compton Miller Coryn Shenn Crocker Steve Culbreath Donna Culbertson Kimberly Cunningham John Curtis Keith Cuvo Lorri Cuvo Sheila Cypert Ro n Darby Doug Davis Erin Davis Mike Davis William Davis Don Decker Jim DeFreese Tim Delagrange Jim Delcamp John Deputy Sophomores 115 Joe Derr Fred Detwiler Flint Dille Paula Douglas Kim Dowell Scott Drummond Denise Eash Delonna Eash Wendy Edman Boaz Englesberg Laura Enfield Chris Erickson Jim Estes Todd Evans Denise Everett Brian Fann Von Fashbaugh Jim Fitzgerald Michelle Fletcher Keith Floyd Lenair Flynn Carolyn Fogarty Troy Foltz Jim Franklin Tammy Freeze Ton Fritschi Joe Froschauer Tammy Fry Wanda Garner B arbara Garrett Dorothy Gates Gina Giglio Craig Gildner Robert Goff Cindy Goodwin Terry Gordon Bryan Gortney Mary Kate Graf Gary Grall Beth Greenwalt Eric Gregory Trina Gregory Joe Gross Darren Grumm Priya Gupta Veronica Gunthrum Jeff Hegedorn Chris Hall Matt Hall Steve Halliburton Matt Harter Bob Haskins Andrea Hawk Becky Headley Aaron Hemund Jim Hendrick Lara Henninge Sean Henrichs Tim Hershberger Renae Hercules Debbie Hess Steve Hibshman Janice Hickman Gerald Hill Tracey Hill Curt Himes Todd Hines Tim Hines Shirley Hixon Mark Hofling Alice Holdeman Amy Holzhausen Cheryl Hoover Rick Horner Randy Horton Mary Anne Hosler Maike Hugendick David Hull jill Hungate Alan Hunsberger 116 Sophomores ophomores were really intrigued by the dances and even had the biggest turnout at the Sadies. Why do so many sophomores go to the dances? Kathy McKay says, “Because they are new to the school for us.”” This may be true for a lot of the students. The dances are bigger, new, and better than those at junior high. After attending the dances, Kevin McArt said, “I didn’t Doug Schendel dance at the Morp. i : The beat goes on as Rich Signeski and Dancin’ think the dances would be this good, but after comparing them to the junior high dances, | can see why.” A lot of the sophomores thought the dances were intriguing because nobody sits around. Everyone is up dancing and having fun. Most sophomores can’t drive to go to other places after the games, so they get their parents to take them to the dances. Starting to groove at the Morp are Lisa Boyer and Jody Risius. | SS Of °86 o Class of ’86 o Class of Sophomores 117 Glass of ’86 o Class of °86 o Class of Talent, motivation and precision are needed in any musician such as Kathy Alig and Priya Gupta display. Scot Hunter Traci Hurd Gerald Ingle Joyce Jackson Cheryl Jackson Duane Jacobs Evonne James Kristen Jeffers James Johnson Stephen Johnson Michelle Johnston Matt Jones Kary Katzenberger Maris Kelly Mike Kelly Kris Kimmel Jeff Kinkaide Andy Kinnard Chantel Kirchner Todd Kirts Corie Klahr Herb Klemm Ken Kline Max Kline Ruth Kocielko Barb Krallman Jerry Kreczmer James Kreiser Angie Kron Anthony Kron Keith Kurtz Adell Kyle Chris Lamb Chuck Lamb Lawanda Lambert Rick Lane Barb Larkin Wendy LaRue Rod Laughman Colleen Laughlin 118 Sophomores Anticipation s sophomores enter the large, two story building, they have that special look of anticipation in their eyes and fright in their facial expressions. They ask themselves such questions as, ‘Will | have enough time to get to my class?’’ or ‘What if | get lost?” A more popular one for girls is: “Will | have enough time to curl my hair after P.E.2” After the first week or two, sophomores adapt to the building and the way. Central became the home away from home. Toward the end of the first grading period, sophomores look forward to their upcoming schedule change of the second semester. They looked forward to new teachers, new classes, and meeting new students. “Our first year at high school is probably the most exciting,” adds Denise Waltz. Blue and White and Central spirit are Showing “Blazer Pride” is Susan Sum- shown very well by sophomore Susan mers, Anne Myers, and Sigi Marohn Summers. during the Homecoming parade. Jodi Law Stephanie Leeling Karlein Lehman Filio Leonakis John Lewis Joe Lewis Mike Lee Mandy Leaver Dace Lemanis Toni Lewis Michael Lewis John Lightner David Little Mike Linn Lisa Lindsey James Lowmark Stacey Lorentz Debbie Longacre Laura Malcom Rodney Malone Robert Mann Stacy Manos Greg Marlow Sigi Marohn Cathy Matteson Cecil Martin Pam Masters Mary Mathias Boo McAleer Kevin McArt Scott McCaslin Irene McCourt Marla McCullough Debra McDaniel Barb McDowell Brian McDowell Michelle McGuire Kathy McKay Bridget McNeile Michaela Meagher Class of °86 o Class Sophomores 119 Luke Mendez Melina Messer Heidi Messick Steve Messick Melinda Method Jim Meyer James Middleton Shawn Middleton Jeff Milan Diedra Miller Stacy Miller Todd Miller Todd Miller Mechael Mills Matt Minichillo Chantel Mishler Kristen Mitchell Jan Moeggenberg Kim Mohr Bobbett Moore Leisa Moore Stacy Moore David Moniot Malcolm Morison John Mullins Anne Myers Chris Myers Terry Myrick John Magey Tom Nance Chris Neice Scott Nicely Terry Nicely Susan Nolte Kim Nunemaker Julie O'Dell | Tracey Opdyke Bob Olborne Chuck Owens Sara Owens Susan Padgett John Padilla Jack Parkhurst Amy Parmater Jeff Patton Cassandra Payton Maurice Peoples Robert Petty Jennie Phillips Jocie Phillips John Phillips Jamie Pletcher Mike Polkinghorn i Everette Porter Wendy Powell Dave Querry Jim Ramsey Camille Rafa Cammie Rafa David Reavis James Reed Robert Reese Lisa Rhoades Tricia Rich Bob Richardson Andrea Richmond Jon Riggs Jody Risius Lisa Risner Ann Robinson Angi Robinson Carol Robinson Helen Robinson Jason Robinson Jeanne Robinson Julie Ross Arthur Rozema Kevin Russell Chris Saal Paths : 2p wes Erika Sacro fo oe taal es eae 120 Sophomores It’s the feel of the competitive race for BMx rider, Wendy Edman. Showing off “Old Fancy’s” graceful leap is her owner, Amy Parmater. 5 a’ _Interests veryone has some sort of pastime or hobby and listening to music ranked . high among the sophomores. “Jump” by Van Halen and “Every Breath You Take” by the Police, were favorites with the class of ‘86. Those polled said both songs had good beats and put them in good moods. Talking on the phone was another popular pastime as were sport related activities. Two sophmore girls, however, have interests most people never give much thought to. Wendy Edman races in BMX contests and Amy Parmater shows horses. Wendy has been racing in bicycle motorcross events since she was ten years old and she really enjoys it. “| like the competition and after a day of racing you feel good,” stated Wendy. Wendy’s interest has taken her all around the Midwest and even as far away as California, Texas and Florida. She has won many titles including the Nationals in 1982 and 1983 and the Internationals in 1983. She even placed third in the world in 1982 and second in 1983. Amy Parmater’s hobby is showing her horse “Old Fancy”, or Lass or Lacey as Amy calls her. Amy said she rides “to get away from problems” and because she likes to be with her horse. Amy practices six days a week in the summer. Her hardwork has paid off as she has won many medals and ribbons in both equation (judged on rides), and pleasure (judged on horse). She has also done well jumping horses. The fact that both girls do well in their hobbies can most likely be attributed to the fact that they both enjoy their interest and work hard to obtain their goals. by Sigi Marohn Glass of °86 o Class of 86 o Class of 121 Class of 86 o Cla For those who have no car, the school All smiles is sophomore Jessica Butler, leaving the school for lunch. | Mark Sanders | Jim Sanderson Scott Sawyer | Libby Schafer | Doug Scheyndel Carrie Schimanski Steve Schroen Rob Schwindaman Tracey Seal : Rick Searcy Jay Shannon : Tim Sharp Bret Shaw Kelly Sheppard Ana Shildmyer Brian Shinabarger Bucky Short William Shorter Rich Signeski Matt Sigsbee Karen Sims Brett Sippy Laura Slauf Gene Smeltzer Kerry Smith Morris Smith Rod Smith Scott Smith Steve Smith Tim Smith Mary Snyder Jane Sobczak Sheila Spaulding Dave Speas Robert Speas Mike Steel Tom Stienke Peggy Stevens Brian Stewart Julie Stewart 122 bus is still a way home. | Class of °86 o Class of °86 o Class of Licensed river’s license means many things to different people but toa sophomore, it is a chance for being able to do more and a sense of accomplishment. “Getting your license is great because you don’t have to rely on your parents and your friends to get around,” stated Chris Erickson. Anne Myers enjoys having her license because, “You are more free to do the things you want.” Along with a license goes a certain amount of responsibility. “| think that since you are in two tons of metal, you have to be responsible because you could be endangering your life and others.” said Art Roxema. Anne also thinks that with a license you learn to be more responsible. Then if anything goes wrong, you have to be able to take the blame. Chris loves having her license, but sometimes she does not like the things that go along with it such as, “You always get to cart your little brother and sister around. The worst of all is now that | use the car, | have to wash it — YUCK!” Kelli Stich Todd Stickel Jay Stoltz Troy Stone Lisa Stoops Ray Stoner Tom Stransky Sarah Strauss Dave Streeter Walter Streeter Kellie Streicher Sylvia Strong Cleo Suggs Robert Suggs Susan Summers John Swallow Traci Swearngin Jenny Talkington Ted Tamburo’ Mark Taylor Tracey Taylor Aaron TeallBill Bill Tenison Eugene Thomas Theresa Thomas Cliff Thompson Chris Tom Gene Tubicsak Dorian Tuggle Jenny Turnock Melonie Valdivia Brian VanHarlingen Aaron Wagner Denise Waltz Becky Ward Marvin Ward Dwanye Weaver Jenny Weaver Andrea Welby Terry Wells Sophomores 123 S of ’86 o Class of °86 o Class off Sophomore Class Officers—Todd Top 10 Sophomores— Mike Linn, Miller, President; Mary Mathias, Kathy Alig, Jenny Turnock, Priya Gupta, Secretary; Priya Gupta, Treasurer; Steve Brown, Carolyn Fogarty, Susan Jenny Talkington, Vice-President; Kelli | Summers, Todd Miller, Matt Minichillo. Stich, Social Chairperson. Not Pictured: Kristin Mitchell. ny OER ae NEE IES, ENP SER GOONER Andrea Welty David Weiss Kim Whiteman Sonya Whitmer Anja Wiesenberg Marty Williams Rick Williamson Andrea Williams David Willings Dave Willis Kathy Wilson Jeanie Wright Stacy Witt David Witte Mindy Wolgamood Bill Wolf Jenifer Woods Marvin Woods Jim Woodworth Randy Worrell Leanne Wrenn Daryl! Wright Rudell Wright Troy Wright Joe Yoder Don York Karen Zehendner Kurt Zion 124 Sophomores : ISS Of 86 - Class of °86 Class of 86 o Bananas : he runners crouch race was held on Wednesday The other members of the _ not only did the sophomores at the starting line, in the student center during winning sophomore banana ___ gain the thrill of victory and a their precious lunch time. Teams from all relay team were Laura Enfield, spirit point, but one of them cargo tucked three grade levels compe ted, Art Rozema, and Tim also got a bright red armpit. delicately and held cautiously but a spirited sophomore McNeely. It was Tim who About fifty students under their armpits. Their team emerged victorious. uncovered a problem after attended the event, lining up expressions grow tense as the The team’s leader was the race. “It was certainly a along the barriers set around starter gives the signal — GO! sophomore Sarah Strauss. She colorful race,” Tom the course and cheering on uncertainties at this point, the race as an experience. my armpit!” Tim and his of activity is an excellent way wondering just what is going “It was really fun,” she fellow teammates noticed to promote spirit,” McNeely on. Well, what is happening is added, “the race went off that some of the substance said of the race. arace, a “Skin the Redskins’ nearly perfect . . . except for used to color the bananas red By Jeff Patton banana race to be exact. The one of our people.” - had worn off onto his shirt. So ‘ One might have a few described her participation in commented, “especially for _ their friends. “I feel this type Battling to victory ag McNeely in the 4 race. ae Sophomores 125 Attending dances in great numbers Class of ’85 makes its presence known were juniors such as Chris Tremse and _ at pep sessions. his date. Ardemos Allen Jeff Allen Marshall Allen Mona Allen Brooke Ambrose Tom Arnold jill Artley Shelly Aston Brady Bailiff : Rob Baltimore Troy Barrett Hugh Baskin David Beck : Jenny Bell John Bell Jane Best Wayne Bias Kevin Bickel Ann Biddlecom John Bland Regina Blough Mike Bolinger Denise Bonds Sherri Bourn Beth Boyer Scott Bradley Liz Bradshaw Dave Brewton Randy Bristol William Brouwer Kevin Brown Rita Brown Roosevelt Brown Michael Brownlee Tammy Buckley Lisa Burkey Jim Burgess Tim Burns Robert Buss Michael Carr 126 Juniors Winners in the tube race include juniors Jenni Pletcher, Sherri Boren, Amanda Ramey, and Theresa Weaver. unior Spirit ighty-five, Eighty- five’’ was heard way above any other class at the games and pep sessions. So it was no surprise when the junior class won the Spirit Point competition. The many victories included the best Float, Break Dancing, Pyramid Building, and having tremendous overall spirit. The competition that clinched the victory for the juniors was the Tube Race in which the class of 1985 blew the sophomores and seniors out of the water. “It was a really great time to be involved in the noon time activities. It made the school year go by a lot quicker,” stated junior Amanda Ramey. Susie Carr Cathy Calvert Troy Campanello Craig Campbell Dawn Carpenter Mike Carpenter Jim Cassella Debbie Castleman Cristi Cates Anne Cavanaugh Christine Chupp Carla Chute Jesse Clair Dan Clark Kim Clark Chris Clementz Carolyn Coe Mike Colgazier Chris Collins John Cook Alisa Conrad Amy Conway Teresa Cortas Andrea Cox Becky Craigo Stephanie Cripe Gloria Cross Cyneatha Curry Lea DeBartolo Vicky DeFries David Demorrow Katga Detjen Rollie Dimos Joe Dobson Sheila Donaldson Doug Dorsam Dru Dougherty John Dovey Tim Doyle Kim Dubash Juniors 127 Bob Dudock Tim Dugle Joe Duncan Kevin Dunithan Robyn Dunnavant Scott Dvornik Carlonna Fakle Harry Eby Linda Echartea Susie Edmonds Rich Ellis Desiree Elswick Kathryn Eslick Susan Eslick Keith Evans Scott Ezzell Beth Ann Fann April Foster Nancy Foster Rob Fox Joseph Foy Staci Foy Elizabeth Franklin Jan Fulmer Derry Gadson Amy Godshalk Jackie Good Robin Gary Ura Gray Julie Greenwalt Marvett Grimes Kirk Grumm Stacy Guantonio Michele Guilford Chris Haas Bill Hackworth David Hagans Kathy Hagey Lewis Haggerty Rob Harpner Jeff hardy Debbie Harris Carl Hartsock Michelle Heckman Jamie Hence Sandie Hernandez Sally Hiles Ed Hill Jennifer Hill Devin Himebaugh Mary Hines Chris Hollar Brian Honcharenko Susan Hooper John Hostetler Bridgit Howe Richard Hruby Melody Huff Steve Hunsberger Dorothy Jackson Michael Jackson Terry Jackson Annette James Stephen James Karine Janser Jeff Johnston Patricia Jones Phil Jones Kyoko Kamiuchi Kathy Karl Darci Kelsey David Kiefer Kelly Kiefer Lara Kindschi Todd Kingen Jay KirkPatrick Mike Kitch Tierry Klein Paul Klemm Chris Knight 128 Juniors allet in the snow? Yes, only forget the slippers and tu-tu, this type of ballet is performed in the snow on skiis. Mark Tice, a junior, has been skiing for about six years and a few years ago he became a member of the Wizard Ski Team when he took up ballet on skiis. The Wizards are a group of skiers who compete in three different events: ballet, magules, and aerials. Mark enjoys the ballet and claims that “It looks more graceful than just flying down the slopes like most skiers.” Mark has traveled to many different ski resorts, such as Boyne Mountain, Minnesota, Colorado, and Oregon. He has either gone on his own or with the Wizards. Even though he has skied at all these different resorts, he claims that “Swiss Valley is the home-base.”’ When he visited these places with the Wizards, he went either to compete or just to practice because, “The skiing conditions are a lot better in the mountains.” In the summer, Mark is still practicing his ballet skills either at the Wizards’ training site in South Bend or at camp in Gatlingburg. Mark was trained by the Snow Ballet 1981 World Champion, lan Edmundson. Since there is not much snow in Tennessee during the summer, Mark trained on the side of a mountain covered with artificial grass. He comented, “‘It is harder to practice on the grass with skis on than it is in the snow, but this makes it easier for when | do perform on snow.” He added that ‘the hardest thing for me is choreographing moves to the music.” When practicing here in Indiana with the Wizards, Mark attempts to perfect his aerials ona trampoline. First, he starts without his skis on and then he Practicing a pose on the mountainside in Tennessee is Mark Tice. Before ty cameras, Mark Tice shows a ski ballet pose. puts them on and wears a safety belt and practices jumping on the trampoline just like jumping off a regular ramp. Then he switches from the trampoline and does his aerials off a 30-foot ramp, landing in a mass of rubber foam to save himself from injury. Mark admitted, ‘Whenever | do have to go off real jumps, I’m scared. Looking down at first until | take off, my concentration then is so intense | forget | was ever scared.” Mark enjoys ballet on skis and hopes to perfect his skill in this sport in the future. by Chantel Mishler Juniors 129 unior Pressures oing through each day thinking about having one more year till senior year runs through the minds of many juniors. When you are a junior, your classes are a lot harder and college bound students take the PSAT test, which counts a lot towards college admission. The question of what you will do for a career becomes important. Mail from various colleges also starts coming. “In my junior year,’’ says Susan Tammy Kobold Cami Kollat Andy Kopnaski Matt Kowalczky Robert Krause Victor Kyle Karen Kurth Connie Lambdin Matt Landrum Terrance Larkin Rob LaRocca Faith Lawrence Betsy Lawson Barbara Leach Bill Leighton Debbie Lewis Theresa Lewis John Loney Scott Long Danny Lussier Rick Lyons Rondey Lyttakar Theresa McAfee Ballenge McCarey Jeff McCaroll Al McCourt Tammie McDowell Markie McGhee Bill McGovern Jim McGuire Penny McMahon Lesta Mack Amy Mann Sue Mark Dave Mason Karen Matthews Toni May Laura Mayger Jenny Merryfield Renee Meyer 130 Eslick, “just surviving days and weeks until my senior year is a lot. I’m getting ready for the fun life at college.”’ “The hardest thing about being a junior,” says Robert Krause, “is the work is harder and most colleges look at your scores closely. There is also a lot more pressure on you. | looked forward to the last two weeks of school because we got to be the leaders.”’ Krause also noted that juniors won the spirit contest and managed a successful prom. A junior supervises (above) the taping _In choir Ann Biddlecom (right) adds her of a TV program in Central’s studio. voice in song. Jody Miller Sharon Miller Michele Minelli Kevin Mills Connie Minzey Joe Mitchell Carolyn Morris Michele Moton Katie Murphy Rane Nef Matt Noffsinger Mike Nolan Denise Nommay Rachel Nussbaum Cindi Nye Ken Cakeson John Owen Leigh Padgett Eric Pairitz Randy Parker Joseph Pearce Jeff Pettit Carol Pfaff Angie Phillips Mike Picking Scott Pickrell Robin Piersol Brian Pletcher Jenny Pletcher Keith Polston Paula Pooler Lori Porter Scott Powell David Price Jenni Price Kim Prince Tom Pugh Samuel Puricelli Theresa Purvis Wayne Quirk 131 Laura Rahfeldt Amanda Ramey Bill Ramsey Michael Ray Bill Reed Ann Reyes Rita Riebesehl Chris Riggs Jeff Hitchie Theresa Roberson Jill Rodino Toni Routson Margaret Rody Rob Rudolph Beth Russel Tracey Russel Dan Rust Cheryl Rynski Kara Sabo Traci Schaefers Chris Schneck Dave Schnell Dough Schnell Tad Schrock Joann Scott Rhonda Seal Mary Seagers Cammy Severns Shellyshaun Larry Shepherd Sonia Simmons B. J. Smith Tabby Smith Mike Smittendord Valarie Slauf Dawn Slutzman Pat Snyder Amy Sommer Maria Spears Jeff Spencer Joan Stahl Kelly Stamm Nina Steen Mark Stevens Leonard Stewart Jeff Stone Jennifer Stone Ron Straub John Strong Latrice Sturges Chad Suggs Julie Swanson Tanya Szucs Bill Taylor Tim Terlep Jeff Thacker Kim Thomas Mark Tide John Tran Chris Tremse Dave Tubicsak Robert Tubicsak Jane Tully Gladyn Underwood Gina VanderReyden Johna Vangory Randy Vollmar Tammy Walker Jeff Wallin Wray Walls Sheri Walser Alicia Walter Kurt Wambaugh Tracy Warrick Paul Watson Ray Watts Kristen Weaver Theresa Weaver Greg Whalen Jeff Whitmer 132 Juniors obody really knows how much effort is put into making prom night a special event,” commented Ann Biddlecom. There’s the picking of a good theme, the choice of which band to hire, the ordering of the decorations, and a thousand other things. Following tradition, the junior class sponsored the prom after working for the money during their sophomore and junior years. The junior class also chose the theme. The ones who got the prom rolling were the prom committee members and its officers. Officers this year were Susan Hooper, Amy Mann, Theresa Cortas, and Ann Biddlecom. “Getting the decorations Prom Work done took a long time this year; but with everybody’s help on Tuesday and Thursday work nights, we got them done without any disasters,’’ Susan Hooper commented. “l thought that the prom was perfect, and we had a super bunch of helpers.” by Sarah Strauss Enjoying the beautiful prom at- mosphere are juniors Karen Kurth and Tim Terlep. pee 134 Debbie Wild Darlene Williams Glen Williams Jerry Willard Valerie Wilson Eric Wiskotoni Mike Woods Richard Wood Charlie Woolwine Robert Worrell Robin Wright Malcolm Youngman Tracy Youngquist Juniors Junior Class Officers (Not pictured): Valerie Wilson, Social Chairperson; Kara Sabo, Secretary; Laura Maygers, Vice President; Ann Biddlecom, President; Dru Dougherty, Treasurer. Top 10 Juniors (Not Pictured): Amy Godshalk, Randy Bristol, Ann Biddlecom, Mike Coglazier, Jeff Pettit, Rachel Nusbaum, Connie Minzey, Susan Eslick, Ken Oakeson, Chris Knight, Rollie Dimos, and Brady Baliff. Showing their Blazer spirit are Kara Sabo and Ann Biddlecom in the award winning float. Fall to Spring rom the beginning spring break, juniors were of the space shuttle,” said Kara of the year till the ready. From Colorado to Sabo, ’’so it was not only fun, end of the year, Georgia to Florida, students but it was also educational.” juniors made their spread across the USA, and Not all juniors were lucky presence felt. some even traveled to Mexico. enough to get to travel during Whether it was winning the The majority of junior spring break, but for those best float or break dancing, students visited Florida. “It was who did get away, it was a juniors were always there, so great,” commented Dave __great experience. lending their spirit and Shnell, “to get away to the sun Many considered it a great enthusiasm. and good times of Florida.” i way to get a tan so they look A group of juniors cavort in the surf Even when it came time for “We watched the launching —_ good at the prom. during spring break in Florida. Juniors 135 A locker full of souvenirs from days gone by bring smiles to Jamie Young and Dru Van Warmer. Lonnie Allen Matthew Allen Anna Anderson Esther Anderson Peer Anse Brian Armstrong Phil Arnold Julie Atkinson Willie Baer Cynthia Baldwin Judy Baker Samantha Barden Lezlie Barfell John Bell Brent Biddle Douglas Birky James Blessing Charles Bostian Legene Breckenridge Stephanie Brenneman 136 Seniors As far as spirit goes it was “Big Blue” all the way for Lejene Breckenridge and Blazers. enior year. . . the last year... a year in which the time seems to fly by and also a year that many students take to reminisce about school years past. Kelly Kain reflected on her sophomore year. ‘Tenth grade was my favorite year because | came to high school and made a lot of new friends. | also liked it because | went to the prom and met someone very special.” “Senior year was my best,” said German exchange student Antje Hugendick, “because | enjoyed being in an American school. | learned a lot here and I’m glad to have come.” Junior year was Michele Yoder’s favorite because “We were ‘in the middle’ and it was The last year nice.’” She also had a good experience at the prom. She said, ‘My junior prom was a very special occasion in my life.”” No matter which year was the favorite, senior year was definitely the fastest, according to many seniors, but the future holds exciting, new experiences of its own. Todd Bristown Grey Brough Margaret Brown Scott Brubaker Terry Bryant Michael Buggs Lisa Burgess Jeff Burrows Dennis Butler Bobby Byers Richard Byes Mary Calvert Michele Campbell Steven Cappaletti David Cardoza Norma Cardoza Brett Carmichael Gina Carter Linda Cassell Robert Charles Seniors By by Elviry Holliday 66NA «: not spending enough time together?” “Why didn’t you Call?’’ These are some of the common things that cause a young broken heart. Through all the arguments, making up can be so much fun. Arguments often get started because of a broken promise or a forgotten gesture. Senior Nelson Bonds says, ‘We usually argue about things such as — how come you didn’t call me when you said you would. | waited all night for your call and you never did.” Feelings of insecurity begin and result in misunderstandings and bad feelings. Carol Maylath, a senior, states, “We argue about not spending enough time together, feelings of rejection or being ignored.” Many feel that arguing is tiresome, stupid and frustrating and that precious time was wasted arguing when you could have been getting along. Said Nelson, “The making up is really nice, but | hate having to go through all the arguing just to get to the making up.” John Checchio Kim Clay Samara Clifford Samantha Clifford Alton Conner David Cook Jason Cornett Shari Courtney Greg Cripe Cathy Crume 138 Seniors ——— rl! Showing the world that Amanda Miller has his heart is something Steve Stewart doesn’t mind doing. Angenette Curry Tina Curtin Brigid Curtis Sherri Cuvo Christy Danner Connie Danner Timothy Dibley Stephanie Decker Karen Defries Brett Delagrange Denise Delcamp Lori Delong Kimberly Denman Todd Denton Catherine Deputy Katja Detjen Pam Devaney Michael Dickenson Jeffery Dimos David Donnell Scott Dorrier Greg Dowell Ron Dumont Rene Echartea Lisa Edlund Suzanne Edwards Elizabeth Ehert Valerie Ellis Craig Erekson Bernice Erwin Seniors 139 Thomas Ethell John Evans Julie Ewart Debra Fay Leslie Fierce Tinya Fisher Charles Fletcher Bill Flora : Debbie Flynn : Joddi Foreman Simone Foreman Charlene Fox David Franklin Annette Freeman Ivery Gates James Givens Susan Glasgow Julie Glassburn Steven Good Michael Graf 140 Seniors College Reading Room resources .at- tract the attention of senior Peter Amst. Wondering how it will ever get done, John Linn works on his research paper. 2 Fe aes Term paper due ou have a term paper due in six weeks.” A terrible sentence. It, however, doesn’t sound too bad since the thing isn’t due for six weeks. The first days in the library are o.k. One can get his science report done for next hour and write a letter to his friend about last weekend. Just don’t forget to grab a magazine and jot down a few notes for when the teacher comes your way. The arms are cramping from writing fact after quote after fact after page number on the notecards. Luke and Laura missed each other again on General Hospital, but the paper is due after Christmas break so get something to eat and keep writing. “There are late hours; tons of reading, writing and checking over papers”, says Nicole Lorenzen. “You feel you have to get it done so you talk yourself into it, and catch up on your sleep later.”” It seems as if there won't be enough words, a sentence needs changing, one paragraph has no footnote (oops) and the phone’s ringing. Lejene Breckenridge says, ‘The problem isn’t what to say, but how to say it.” It’s been reread seven times. It seems short but she won't know it’s 98 words under, or will she? The footnotes are numbered, the bibliography is alphabetized. The teacher's name Is spelled right. There’s two minutes left in class. It’s done, thank goodness! by Karen Reid Pam Green John Greener Jeri Hadley Scott Hagedorn Scott Hager Gregory Haradine Barry Hart Shawn Hartman Jennifer Harton Chris Haughton Penny Howard Lara Hayes Toni Helton Chris Helvey Kirk Henninger Ronald Hines Brad Hiveley Holly Hester April Hollar Elvira Holliday Seniors 141 n Hawaii, the word “Aloha” has two meanings, “hello” and “goodbye”. The seniors at the Aloha Dance found that it would not have made sense for the word to have only one of the above meanings. The Aloha Dance was a chance for the seniors to have one last get together with the student body and say “‘good- bye’ to some of the things that will be left behind. It also was a time to remember that high school days are about to end and a time to say “hello’”’ to the future. “| thought that the dance was really special because it was the last time the whole school was together to have a good time,”’ Nancy Keyse remembered. A popular activity at the dance was a limbo contest. To the sounds of tropical reggae, senior and foreign exchange student from Japan, Kyoko Kamiuchi, and Junior Terrance Larkin moved their way into It was free for the juniors but a special fi | : : aloha for seniors such as Brian Gayle Holycross Richard Howey Antje Hugendick Laura Hungate Ann Hurley Zachary Huth Michael lanigro Stuart Jackson Lawrence Jackson Dale Jacobs 142 Seniors Alphonso James Keith Jewel Georgina Johnson Levar Johnson Michael Johnson Renea Johnson Kevin Johnston Todd Johnson Brad Jones Kelly Kain Kyoko Kamiuchi Kim Kauffman Collin Kebo Patricia Keiper Bobby Kelly Mike Kemp Samphong Kesith Nancy Keyse Shawn Kilmer Terrilynn Kindle Amanda Kinneman Cynthia Kirts Leanne Kirts Sheila Kleckner Susan Klopfenstein : th a me a vente ewe , . Cas ‘ 2 PR Bttbaca 2a John Knapp Natalie Kochonowski Devin Krah Ann Krider Vicki Krough ei aye e 5 aa eee o Seniors 143 Standing with Miss America Vanessa Williams is All-American High School Band member Greg Cripe. It’s “August in Paris” for French stu- dent Nancy Keyse. e, eee Gregory Kronwitter Darlene Kucela Theata Lambert Wendi Landis Todd Landrum Nicole Lapierre John Law Lisa Lemanis D’Andre Lese Larry Lewis Wayne Ligocki John Linn Wanda Lipscomb Ronetta Lombardi Nicole Lorenzen Tracey Louck Darin Loucks Tish Lovan Josie Love James Lowe 144 Seniors Plans for the future uture? What are the possibilities for the 1984 seniors? College, trade school, or factory work — the possibilities are endless. Chris Houghton has his life all planned out, “My plans are — going to work, get married, have two kids, and | retiring at 45.” Margaret Brown wants to “get a job and pay bills at home.’’ Dawn Harness wants to “get a good job and get a nice house;”” and Renea Johnson simply wants “to work and make something out of my life.” College is a way to stay with friends while building a future. Jeff Ryman said, ‘| plan to go to Ivy Tech for Visual Design with Luke Lytell. We'll both go nuts!”” Scott Hager wants to go to school and become part of a television production crew. Marlyce Pittman is going to “pursue my dream as being a famous musician or poet,’” and Tammy Thalheimer is going to get her cosmetology license. Here in Elkhart, employment is on the rise, so seniors may find working here the best idea. Wendi Landis is ‘getting married and becoming a secretary,” and Jim Givens is going to “work and get a Shelby G.T. 500 by the time we come back for the class reunion.” Yet Elkhart isn’t the only place to work. Stephanie Decker is going to Tyler, Texas to be a part of the Youth With a Mission. Mark Lowry Julie Lucchese Kenny Lundgren Luke Lytell Susan Mann Jon Mantey Theresa Marks Jenifer Mathias Mark Maurer Stuart Mays Sue Mays Kim McAfee Ed McCourt Joe McGee Danielle Messier Julie Miles Amanda Miller Rodney Miller Kathy Monroe John Moore Seniors 145 A spring fling an you picture a sandy beach with a roaring sound of the brisk ocean and tons of bodies soaking up the hot sun rays? For many Elkhart Central students this describes their dreams about Spring Break while they were stuck in cold, dreary Elkhart. But for other students, this was exactly a description of their Spring Break in Florida. Many of the hot spots were Fort Myers Beach, Daytona Beach, Tampa, St. Petersburg, Fort Lauderdale, and New Smyna. Lisa Lemanis adds, “My senior year Spring Break was the best ever!’’ A lot of seniors feel that in their last year in high school it was great going on Spring Break with friends. They feel that they were allowed a certain freedom that they otherwise would not have had if they were with their parents. Willie Morris Joann Martimer Maria Motta John Mulgrew Kevin Murphy Lauri Myers Sherry Nance Lawerence Neice James North Roger Nusbaum 146 Seniors Craig Erickson feels, “When you become a senior a trip to Florida or anywhere helps to pull a person through the last long weeks of school.” Getting almost as dark as the rest of the basketball squad, Collin Kebo en- joys the Florida sun. Flaunting her stuff, Julie Lucchese shows how crazy seniors get on Spring Break. Lisa Nye Kim O'Brian Mary O'Connell Tim O'Connell Pattie O’Linger Stephanie Olmstead Deborah O'Toole James Owens Greg Parcell Todd Parker Kari Peterka Laura Peters Amy Peterson Steve Peterson Daniel Pingalore Marlyce Pittman Kathy Plaisted Katherine Pretchet Jeffrey Pullen David Ray Karen Reid ; Randal Reynolds Leslie Riblet Cicely Rice Mary Riggs Dan Ringenberg Jeff Risius John Robinia David Robinson Dennis Robinson Seniors 147 Scoring extra basketball points was nothing new for Dennis Robinson, win- ner of the prestigious Tim Bringle Award. Jennifer Rodino Mary Jo Rolfsen Gary Roth Sherri Rouch Tammy Rowland Michael Rydson Jeffrey Ryman Jeffrey Saddler Steven Sands Julie Sargent Pam Schafer Tonya Schilling Sherri Schlieber Racheal Schlarb Kimberly Schrock Lori Scott Cynthia Searcy Cynthia Shaum Deanna Shaw Darcey Shearer 148 Seniors Bringle award won arrying on the years, competing in football, prestigious and | was especially tradition of basketball, and track. happy that | kept the award at awarding Elkhart’s The Bringle award hasbeen —_Central.’’ he said. most outstanding given out every year since Dennis plans on taking all of athlete scholar, Dennis 1947. He was an outstanding his awards and traveling up to Robinson gladly accepted the athlete and also an excellent Western Michigan University Tim Bringle award. student. where he is going to play Dennis has been an “When | found out that! had football and maybe basketball important part of Central’s won, | was very pleased. This if his grades are good enough. winning teams the past three particular award is very John Shildnyer Kimberly Shroff Mary Simpson George Smeltzer Derrick Smith Melinda Smith Sara Smith Scott Smith Elizabeth Snavely Laura Snow Jeff Springer Eric Speas Carolyn Southworth Michelina Spirito Anthony Staltare Staci Stanner Judith Stansell Eric Steffen Patrick Stevens Randy Stevenson Seniors 149 Willises graduate with the Class of ’84 fter 26 years for Mr. Don Willis and 18 years for Mrs. Nancy Willis at Elkhart High School and Central, the couple will “graduate” with the 1984 seniors. Don Willis has taught chemistry and geometry and Nancy Willis has taught life science. The couple have also been the senior class sponsors since Central opened 13 years ago. “Commencement” seems to be the highlight of the year for them. “Each year the highlight is something different,” said Mrs. Willis, “but commencement is the special Michelle Stewart Steve Stewart Deanna Stout Sara Summers Mike Swanson Margaret Sweet Tracy Sycus Lisa Taylor Lori Taylor Tammy Thalheimer 150 Seniors moment of the year.” Being the senior class sponsors involves fund raisers, commencement exercises, taking charge of caps and gowns, graduation announcements, and the senior banquet. Over the years Mr. and Mrs. Willis have seen ‘Central grow with different ideas, attitudes, and dress.” Having raised four children and taught many more, Don and Nancy Willis have decided to retire early and enjoy themselves. The senior class hopes the Willis’ “graduation” will be filled with as much happiness as the 1984 seniors hope to find. In a picture from last year, Nancy and Don Willis help usher out the class. Elizabeth Thomas Chris Thornton Doug Thursby Susan Trosper Jeffrey Troyer Tim Troyer Mike VanHorn Dru VanWormer Phillip Vetter LaDonne Walker Lori Ward Kim Warner Doug Watson John Watson Carla Weaver Kim Weiss Julie Wenzel Brian White Phillip White Robert Wagner Gary Wilcox Madeline Wild Dave Willhite Joyce Williams Jeff Wilsey Jon Wirt Tammy Wirwick Jennifer Wolgamood Todd Wright Sherri Wuthrich i Seniors 151 In formal attire, senior Mike lanigro dances with Jodi Stutz at the prom. Anita Yoder Michelle Yoder Jamie Young Todd Zilm Rick Zimmerman David Zehendner 152 Seniors Memories... emories.. . the class of 1984 began the integration program in the junior high schools. It is also this class that marked the end of the three-year high school in Elkhart. Yet, even more significant are the memories that each one carries as a graduate. The memories of staying up until two o'clock in the morning to finish a research paper or beating cross-town rivals in the sectionals, or getting a first at contest are not soon to be forgotten. Still, there is something more important than games or homework. The friendships that developed seem to be Reggie Harris Melody Baker John Dorris what most seniors feel will be remembered. “I’ve met a lot of new people here at Central,” says Leann Kirts, “It’s been great!’’ Some students not only have friends who are their peers but also friends they respect. Theresa Marks claims, “What I'll miss the most will be my friends and teachers I'll never see until our class reunion.” Along with friends come the fun times students enjoyed. For Laura Hungate some of those times included “going to games, going out for pizza or just relaxing and talking.’”’ Laura also added, “I'll miss the times of reminiscing about elementary and junior high days with my friends..”’ All of the recollections seniors hold are not always pleasant. Perhaps, for every senior there may be something he chooses to forget. Tinya Fisher said, ‘I don’t think high school has been a “bed of roses” for anyone. It was the hard times that made the good times more enjoyable.” Some realize that even the day-to-day activities taken for granted may be missed, too. Angie Curry said, “I'll miss getting up every morning, running, trying to get ready for school on time.” The memory of friends is one of the most substantial memories for almost everyone. Michelina Spirito remarked, “Everyone goes their own way after graduation, but close friends stay in touch.” Class of ’84 adds their spirit to the pep An exchange is made as part of spirit sessions. competition by senior Tim Dibley. A picture of Samara and Samantha Clifford (with mother, Barbara Veatch) is taken by their cousin, Wanda Bare. Innertube riding on the river is Jay Stolz, Tony Silveius and Dave Streeter who enjoy the Water Works rapids. A boat owned by Leroy Ott was judged “Most Patriotic’ in the annual flotilla. INF EAN ae 154 Ads Division : — _ issected by the Elkhart and St. Joseph rivers, the Elkhart community is a truly unique place. Summer especially offers much outdoor fun in this county with its rivers and lakes. Numerous golf courses round out the attraction. Elkhart folks enjoy old fashioned pleasures like the fourth of July celebrations, the flotilla parade on the river and the heavily attended 4-H County Fair. 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We also extend our best wishes to the newlyweds with a free personalized gift. Forte Gatts that add lasting memories ‘Things lo vou special dav, FUR bart. Prodi 180 Index A Adams, William, 114 Adkins, Laura, 114 Aenis, Bob, 114 Albright, Mike, 114 Aldridge, Sherrie, 42 Alig, Kathy, 114, 124 Allen, Ardemus, 126 Allen, Connie Allen, Jeff, 126 Allen, Marshall, 126 Allen, Matthew Allen, Mike Allen, Remona, 126 Ambrose, Booke, 126 Anagnos, Tony, 42, 114 Anderson, Andy, 114 Anderson, Anna Anderson, Esther Anderson, William, 114 Andrews, Ann, 46, 114 Arber, William Arbogast, Christlina, 114 Archer, Robert, 114 | Arisman, Mark, 114 | Armstrong, Brian ! Arnold, Phil Arnold, Tammy Arnold, Thomas, 126 Arthur, Theresa Artley, Jill, 126 Ashley, Jeff Aston, Shelly, 126 Atkinson, Julie B Babcock, Jeff, 114 Baer, Willie Bailiff, Brady, 126 Baldwin, Cynthia Ball, Pam Balser, Darin, 114 Baltimore, Rob, 126 Bambic, Greg Barden, Samantha Barfell, Lezlie Barnard, Brian, 114 Barrett, Scott Barrett, Troy, 126 Baskin, Hugh, 126 Bates, Harry, 114 Bates, Paul, 114 Baughman, Paula, 114 Beadle, William, 114 Beathea, Bryan, 114 Beattee, Veronica, 114 Beck, Dave, 126 Bell, Jenny 126 Bell, John Bell, John, 126 Bentley, Vicki, 114 Berggren, Kristi, 114 Berkey, Carrie, 114 Best, Jane, 126 Bias, Wayne, 126 Bickel, Kevin, 126 Biddlecom, Ann, 15, 126 Biddlecom, Nancy, 114 Birky, Doug Birt, Kelly, 114 Bland, John, 126 Blenner, Jay, 114 Blessing, James Bloom, Candice, 11, 114 Blough, Regina, 126 Bogart, Tina, 114 Bolinger, Mike, 126 Bonds, Denise, 126 Bonds, Nelson Bonelli, Tony, 114 Bossnack, Adam, 46, 114 Bostian, Chuck Bourn, Sherri, 5, 126 Boxley, Willie Bowers, Eric, 114 Boyer, Lisa, 114 Bradberry, Rick, 114 Braden, Thomas, 114 Bradley, Brett, 114 Bradley, Cindy, 114 Bradley, Scott, 126 Breckenridge, Lejene Bradshaw, Liz, 126 Brenneman, Michelle, 114 Brenneman, Stephanie, 36 Brewton, Dave, 126 Brinkman, Dannielle, 114 Bristol, Randy, 126 Bristow, Todd Brough, Gery Brouwer, Lori Brouwer, William, 126 Brown, Dale, 115 Brown, Kevin, 9, 126 Brown, Margaret Brown, Rita, 126 Brown, Roosevelt, 126 Brown, Stacey Brown, Steve, 115, 124 Brownlee, Michael, 126 Brubaker, Scott Bryant, Lorrie Bryant, Terry, 47 Buckley, Tammy, 126 Buggs, Mike Burdin, Rhonda, 115 Burgess, James, 126 Burgess, Lisa Burns, Tim, 12, 126 Burkey, Lisa, 126 Burrows, Jeff Buss, Robert, 126 Butler, Butler, 115 Butler, Dennis Butler, Jessica, 115, 122 Byers, Bobby G Calhoun, Frank Calvert, Cathy, 127 Calvert, Mary Cameron, Randy, 49 Campanello, Troy, 54, 127 Campbell, Craig, 127 Campbell, Jeff, 115 Cappelletti, Steve Cardoza, David Cardoza, Norma Carmichael, Brett Carpenter, Dawn, 127 Carpenter, Mike, 127 Carr, Dan, 115 Carr, Michael, 126 Carr, David, 115 Carr, Minnie Carr, Susan, 115 Carr, Susie, 127 Carter, Gina Carter, Pamela Carte, Lisa Cassell, Linda Cassela, Jim, 127 Castleman, Debbie, 127 Cates, Cristi, 127 Caton, David Cavanaugh, Anne, 127 Chafee, Annette Chandler, Jacki, 115 Chandler, Michele, 115 Chandler, Sonya, 115 Charles, Robert Chason, Philip, 115 Checchio, John Christian, Celeste, 115 Chupp, Christine Chute, Carla, 127 Clair, Jesse, 127 Clark, Bonita, 115 Clark, Daniel, 9, 127 Clark, David, 115 Clark, Kim, 127 Clark, Theodore Clay, Kim, 51 Clementz, Chris, 127 Clifford, Samantha Clifford, Samara, 50 arr Tonia Cloft, Majorie Coe, Garolyn, 127 Coleman, Deborah, 115 Coleman, Eddie Coleman, John Colglazier, Mike, 127 Colins, Chris, 127 Comudoll, Danny Comes, Brad, 115 Compton, Gordon, 116 Conner, Alton Conrad, Alisa, 127 Conway, Amy, 127 Cook, David Cook, John, 127 Cooper, Mark Cornett, John Cortas, Teresa, 15, 127 Coryn, Mike, 115 Courtney, Shari Cox, Andrea, 127 Craigo, Becky, 127 Crain, Allen Crawford, Heidi Crawford, Mike Cripe, Greg, 6 Cripe, Stephanie, 15, 127 Crocker, Shenna, 115 Cross, Gloria, 127 Cross, Shelland Crume, Cathy Cuibe, Greg Culbreath, Steve, 115 Cullertson, Donna, 115 Cunningham, Angentte Curry, Cyneatha, 127 Curry, Janet Curtin, Tina Curtis, Brigid Curtis, John, 115 Cuvo, Keith, 115 Cuvo, Lorri, 115 Cuvo, Sherri Cypert, Sheila, 115 D Danner, Christy Danner, Constance, 5 Darby, Ron, 115 Davis, Doug, 115 Davis, Erin, 115 Davis, Jeff Davis, Mike, 115 Davis, William, 115 DeBartolo, Lea, 127 DeLong, Lori Decker, Don, 115 Decker, Stephani DeFreese, Jim, 115 DeFries, Karen DeFries, Vicki, 127 Delagrange, Brett Delagrange, Tim, 115 Delcamp, Denise, 36 Delcamp, Jim, 115 Demorrow, Dave, 127 Demott, Debra Denman, Kim Denton, Todd Deputy, Cathy Deputy, John, 115 Derr, Joe, 116 Detjen, Katja, 127 Detwiler, Fred, 116 Devaney, Pamela Dibley, Tim Dickerson, Mike Dille, Flint, 116 Dimos, Jeff, 5, 127 Dimos, Rollie Dobson, Joe, 127 Donaldson, Kenneth Donaldson, Sheila, 127 Donnell, David Dorrier, Scott, 54 Dorris, John Dorsam, Doug, 127 Dougherty, Dru, 13, 127 Dougherty, Dru, Dru, 13, 127 Douglas, Paula, 116 Dovey, John, 127 Dowell, Greg Dowell, Kim, 116 Doyle, Tim, 127 Drummond, Scott, 116 Dumont, Ron Dubash, Kim, 127 Dudak, Bob, 128 Dugle, Tim, 128 Dukes, Tony Duncan, Joe, 128 Dunithan, Kevin, 55, 128 Dunnvant, Robyn, 128 E - Dvornik, Scott, 128 Eakle, Carlonna, 128 Eash, Delonna, 116 Eash, Denise, 116 Eby, Harry, 128 Echartea, Linda, 128 Echartea, Rene, 5 Edlund, Lisa Edman, Wendy, 116, 121 Edmonds, Susie, 17, 128 Edwards, Sue Ehret, Elizabeth Ellis, Rich, 128 Ellis, Valerie Elswick, Desiree, 128 Enfield, Laura, 116 Englesberg, Boaz, 116 Erickson, Chris, 116 Erekson, Craig Erwin, Bernice Eslick, Desi, 48 Eslick, Susan, 128 Eslick, Kathryn, 128 Estes, Jim, 116 Estes, Richard Ethell, Tom Evans, John Evans, Keith, 128 Evans, Todd, 116 Everett, Denise, 116 Ewart, Julie Ezzell, Scott, 128 Fann, Bethann, 128 Fann, Brian, 42, 116 Fashbaugh, Vonda, 116 Fay, Debbie Ferguson, Fernatt, Dan Fields, Michele Fierce, Leslie Fisher, Tinya Fitsgerald, Jim, 116 Fletcher, Charles Fletcher, Michelle, 116 Flora, Bill, 36 Floyd, Keith, 116 Flynn, Debra Flynn, LeNair, 116 Fogarty, Carolyn, 116, 124 Foltz, Troy, 116 Foreman, Joddi Foreman, Simone Forrest, George Foster, April, 128 Foster, Nancy, 128 Fox, Charlene, 48 Fox, Robby, 128 Foy, Joseph, 128 Franklin, David, 14 Franklin, Elizabeth, 128 Franklin, Jim Frazier, Tammy Freeman, Annette, 50 Freeze, Tammy, 116 Fritschi, Tom, 116 Froschauer, Joe, 116 Fry, Tammy, 116 Fulmer, Jan, 128 G Gadson, Derry, 128 Garcia, John Garner, Wanda, 116 Garrett, Barbara, 116 Gary, Robin, 128 Gates, Dorothy, 116 Gates, Ivery Giglio, Gina, 116 Gildner, Craig, 55, 116 Givens, Jim Glasgow, Susan Glassburn, Julie Godshalk, Amy, 128 Golf, Robert, 116 Good, Jackie, 5, 128 Good, Steve Goodwin, Cindy, 116 Goorhouse, Connie Gordon, Terry, 116 Gortney, Bryant, 116 Graf, Mary Kate, 43, 116 Graf, Michael Grall, Gary, 116 Gray, Cably Gray, Ura, 128 Greener, John, 37 Greenwalt, Elizabeth, 116 Greenwalt, Julie, 128 Greogry, Eric, 116 Gregory, Trina, 116 Grimes, Marvetta, 128 Gross, Joe, 116 Gruman, Darren, 116 Grumn,, Kirk, 128 Guantonio, Stacy, 128 Guilford, Michele, 128 Gupta, Priya, 57, 116, 124 Gutrum, Veronica, 116 H Haas, Chris, 128 Haas, Ronnie Hackworth, Bill, 128 Hadley, Lynn Hagans, David, 128 Hagedorn, Jeff, 116 Hagedorn, Scott Hager, Scott Hagey, Kathy, 128 Haggerty, Lewis, 128 Hall, Chris, 116 Hall, Matt, 116 Halliburton, Steve, 116 Hapner, Robert, 128 Haradine, Greg Hardy, Jeff, 128 Harris, Debbie, 128 Harris, Jacqueline Harris, Reginald Hart, Barry, 3 Harter, Matt, 116 Hartman, Shawn Hartman, Sherry Hartsock, Carl, 128 Haskins, Rob, 116 Hawkins, Kim Hawk, Andria, 116 Hayes, Lora Headley, Rebecca, 116 Heckman, Michele, 128 Helton, Toni Helvey, Christopher Hemund, Aaron, 116 Hence, Jamie, 57, 128 Hence, Johnny Hendrick, James, 116 Henninge, Lara, 116 Henninge, Kirk Henrichs, Sean, 116 Hernabdez, Sandie, 128 Hershberger, Tim, 116 Hercules, Renae, 116 Hess, Debbie,116 Index 181 Hesser, Holli Hibshman, Steve, 116 Hickman, Janice Hiles, Sally, 128 Hill, Ed, 128 Hill, Gary, 116 Hill, Jennifer, 128 Hill, Tracey, 16, 116 Himebaugh, Devin, 128 Himes, Curtis, 116 Hines, DeAnn, 50 Hines, Tane Hine, Todd, 116 Hines, Tim, 116 Hines, Troy Hively, Brad Hixon, Shirley, 116 Hofling, Mark, 116 Holby, April Holderman, Alice, 17, 116 Hollar, April Hollar, Christine, 128 Holliday, Elviry Holycross, Gayle Holzhausen, Amy, 116 Howey, Rick Honcharenko, Brian, 128 Hooker, Jerry Hooper, Susan, 128 Hoover, Cheryl, 116 Horner, Ricky, 116 Hosler, Mary Anne, 116 Horton, Randy, 116 Horton, Jennifer Hostetler, John, 128 Houghton, Chris Howard, Penni, 9 Howe, Bridgit, 128 Hruby, Richard, 128 Huff, Melody, 128 Hungate, Jill, 116 Hungate, Laura Hugendick, Antje Hugendick, Maike, 116 Hull, David, 116 Hunsberger, Alan, 116 Hunsberger, Steve, 128 Hunter, Scott, 118 Hurd, Traci, 118 Hurley, Ann Hurley, Cathy Huth, Zachary Ianigro, Michael, 3, 37 Ingee, Gerald, 118 Jackson, Cheryl, 118 Jackson, Dorothy, 128 Jackson, Joe, 55 Jackson, Joyce, 118 Jackson, Judy Jackson, Lawrence Jackson, Michael Jackson, Stuart Jackson, Terry, 128 Jacobs, Dale Jacobs, Duane, 118 James, Alphonso James, Angela James, Annette, 50, 128 James, Evonne, 118 James, Stephen, 128 Jansen, Karine, 128 Jeffers, Kristen, 118 Jewel, Keith Johnson, Amie Johnson, Brian Johnson, Georgina Johnson, james, 118 Johnson, Levar Johnson, Michael Johnson, Rena Johnson, scott Johnson, Todd Johnston, Jeff, 128 Johnston, Kevin Johnston, Michelle, 118 Joiner, Rosie, 50 Jones, Bradley Jones, Matt, 118 Jones, Patricia, 128 Jones, Phil, 128 Jones, Suzette K Kain, Kelly, 12 Kamiuchi, Kyoko, 128 Karl, Kathy, 128 Katzenberger, Kary, 118 Kauffman, Kimberly Kebo, Collin 182 Index Keen, Dawn Keiper, Patricia Kelly, Bobby Kelly, Maris, 118 Kelly, Mike Kelsey, Darci, 128 Kemp, Michael Kesith, Somphong Keyse, Nancy Kidd, Lida Kiefer, David, 128 Kiefer, Kelly, 128 Kilmer, Sahwn Kimmel, Kris Kindle, Terri Kindschi, Lara, 128 King, Bob Kingen, Mike, 128 Kinkaide, Jeff, 118 Kinnard, Andy, 17, 118 Kinneman, Amanda Kirchner, Chantele, 188 Kirk, Andy Kirkpatrick, Jay, 128 Kirts, Cindy Kirts, LeAnne Kirts, Todd, 118 Kitch, Mike, 128 Klahr, Corie, 118 Kleckner, Sheila Klein, Thierry, 128 Klemm, Herb, 118 Klemm, Paul, 128 Kline, Ken, 118 Kline, Max, 118 Klopfenstein, Sue Knapp, John Knight, Chris, 128 Knuckles, Joe Kobold, Tammy, 130 Kochanowski, Matalie Kocielko, Lynnette Kocielko, Ruth, 118 Kollat, Cami, 130 Konopick, Ben, 46 Kopanski, Andrew, 130 Kowalczyk, Matt, 130 Krah, Devin Krallman, Barb, 118 Krause, Robert, 13 Kreczmer, Jerry, 118 Kreiser, James, 118 Krider, Ann Krogh, Vicki Kron, Angela, 118 Kron, Anthony, 118 Kronewitter, Gregg Kucela, Darlene Kurth, Karen, 130 Kurtz, Keith, 118 Kyle, Adell, 118 Kyle, Victor, 130 L Labrum, Mary Lamb, Chris, 118 Lamb, Chuck, 16, 118 Lambin, Connie Lambert, LaWanda, 17, 118 Lambert, Theata Landis, Wendi Landrum, Matt, 130 Landrum, Todd Langford, Dina Lane, Anthony Lane, Matthew Lane, Rick, 118 Lapierre, Nicole Larkin, Barbara, 118 Larkin, Terrance, 130 LaRocca, Robert, 130 LaRue, Wendy, 118 Laughlin, Colleen, 3, 118 Laughman, Rod, 118 Law, Jodi, 119 Law, John Lawrence, Faith, 130 Lawson, Betsy, 130 Leach, Barbara, 130 Leaver, Mandy, 119 Lee, Michael, 119 Leeling, Stephanie, 119 Lehman, Kareia, 119 Lemanis, Inese Dace, 119 Leighton, Billy, 130 Lemanis, Lisa, 3 Lemons, Randy Leonakis, Filio, 11, 119 Lese, D'Andre Lewis, Bernadetta Lewis, Debbie, 130 Lewis, Joe, 119 Lewis, John, 119 Lewis, Larry, 12 Lewis, Mary Lewis, Theresa, 130 Lewis, Toni, 119 Lightnre, John, 119 Ligocki, Wayne Linn, John Linn, Michael, 119, 124 Lindsey, Lisa, 119 Lipscomb, ‘Wanda Little, David Lombardi, Ronnetta Lombardi, Fonnetta Loney, John, 130 Long, Scott, 130 Longacre, 130 Lorentz, Stacey, 119 Lorentz, Tom Lorenzen, Nicole, 44 Louck, Tracy Loucks, Darin Lovan, Tish Lowe, Jim Love, Josie Lowmark, James, 119 Lowry, Mark Lubarsky, Taina Lucchese, Julie Lucier, Danny, 130 Lundgren, Kenny Lyons, Rick, 130 Lytell, Luke Lyttaker, John, 130 M Mack, Lesta, 130 Malcolm, Laura, 119 Malone, Rodney, 119 Mann, Amy, 130 Mann, Robert, 119 Mann, Susan Manning, Michael Manos, Stacey, 119 Mantey, Jon Mark, Sue, 9, 130 Marks, Theresa Marlow, Greg, 119 Marohn, Sigrid, 119 Martin, Cecil, 119 Mason, David, 130 Maters, Kevin Masters, Pamela, 119 Mathias, Jennifer Mathias, Mary, 119, 124 Matteson, Cathrine, 119 Matthews, Karen, 130 Maurer, Mark May, Antionette, 130 May, Doug Mayger, Laura, 130 Mayes, Stuart Mays, Sue Maylath, Carol McAfee, Kim, 57 McAfee, Theresa, 130 McAleer, Mary Claire, 45, 119 McArt, Kevin, 119 McCarey, Ballenge, 130 McCarroll, Jeff, 130 McCaslin, Scott, 119, 125 McCourt, Al, 130 McCourt, Ed McCourt, Irene, 119 McCullough, Marla, 119 McDaniel, Debra, 119 McDaniel, Linda McDaniel, Verilene McDowell, Barb, 119 McDowell, Brian, 119 McDowell, 130 McGee, Marqueline, 130 McGhee, Neal McGovern, William, 130 McGuire, Michelle, 119 McKay, Kathy, 119 McMannis, Lori McMahon, Penny, 130 McNeely, Tim, 125 McNeile, Bridget, 119 Meagher, Michaela, 119 Mendez, Luke, 120 Merryfield, 130 Messer, Melinda, 120 Messick, Heidi, 120 Messick, Steve, 120 Messier, Danielle Method,Melinda, 120 Meyer, Jim, 120 Meyer, Renee, 130 Middleton, James, 120 Middleton, Shawn, 120 Milan, Jeff, 120 Milan, Julie Miller, Amanda Miller, Diedra, 120 Miller, Hugh Todd, 120 Miller, Jodi, 131 Miller, Lori Miller, Rod Miller, Sharon, 131 Miller, Stacy, 120 Mille r, Todd, 120, 124 Mills, Kevin Mills, Michael, 120 Minelli, Michele, 131 Minichillo, Matt, 120, 124 Minzey, Connie, 9 Misler, Chantel, 10, 115, 120 Mitchell, Kristen, 120, 124 Moeggenberg, Janie, 120 Mohr, Kim, 120 Moniot, David, 120 Moore, Babbett, 120 Moore, Leisa, 120 Moore, Stacy, 120 Moore, Steve Monroe, Kathy Morris, Carolyn, 131 Morris, Willie Mae Morrison, Malcolm Mortimer, JoAnn Motta, Marie Amelia T. Moton, Michelle, 131 Moutria, Douglas Mullins, John, 120 Mulgrew, John Murphy, Kevin Lyers, Anne, 119, 120, 125 Murphy, Katie, 131 Myers, Christopher, 120 Myers, Lauri Myrich, Terry, 120 N Nagy, John, 120 Nance, Clarence, 120 Nance, Sherry Neff, Lori Neff, Renae, 131 Neice, Christopher, 120 Neice, Lawrence Nicely, Robert, 120 Nicely, Terrance, 120 Nicks, Vicki Noffsinger, Matthew, 131 Nolan, Michael, 45, 131 Nolke, Tamera Nolte, Susan, 120 Nommany, Denise, 131 North, James Nunemake, Kim, 11,120 Nussbaum, Rachel, 131 Nussbaum, Roger S., 36 Nye, Cynthia, 131 Nye, Lisa O Oakeson, Ken, 131 Obbs, Michael O'Brien, Kim House O'Connell, Mary, 47 O'Connell, Mary, 47 O'Connell, Timothy O'Dell, Julie,120 Olinger, Patti Olmstead, Stephanie Opdyke, Tracey, 120 Osborne, Robert, 120 O'Toole, Debbie, 12 Owen, John, 131 Owens, Charles, 120 Owens, Pete Owens, Sara, 120 P Padgett, Leigh, 131 Badgett, Susan, 120 Padilla, John, 120 Pairitz, Eric, 131 Parcell, Greg Parker, J. Todd, 37 Parker, Randy, 131 Parkhurst, Jack, 120 Parmate, Amy, 120,121 Patton, Jeff, 120 Payton, Cassandra, 120 Pearce, Joseph, 131 Peoples, Maurice, 120 Peterka, Karolyn Peters, Laura Peterson, Amy Peterson, Steven Pettit, Jeff, 131 Pettit, Sandy Petty, Bob, 120 Pfaff, Carol, 131 Philbrook, Bill Phillips, Angie, 5, 131 Phillips, Jennie, 120 _ Phillips, Jocie, 120 Phillips, John, 120 Picking, Michael, 131 Pickrell, Scott, 131 Piersol, Robin, 131 Pillars, Robert Pingalore, Dan Pittman, Marlyce Plaisted, Katherine Pletcher, Brian, 131 Pletcher, Janier, 17, 120 Pletcher, Jenny, 131 Polkington, Michael, 120, Polston, Keith, 131 Pooler, Paula, 131 Porter, Everette, 120 Porter, Lori, 131 Porter, Tarrance Powell, Scort,131 Powell, Wendy, 120 Presswood, Roger Price, David, 131 Price, Jenni, 131 Prince, Kimberly, 131 Pritschet, Katherine Pugh, Tom, 131 Puricelli, Samuel, 131 Purvis, Teresa, 131 Querry, David, 120 Quirk, Wayne, 131 R Rafe, Camille, 120 Rahfeldt, Laura, 132 Ramey, Amand, 132 Ramsay, Bill, 132 Ramsey, Dennis Ray, David Ray, Mike, 132 Reamer, Brian Reames, Shelly Reavis, David, 120 Reed, Bill, 132 Reed, James, 120 Reese, Robert, 120 Reid,Karen Reyes, Ann Reynolds, Nevel Reynolds, Teresa Reynolds, Randy Rhoades, Lisa, 120 Riblet, Leslie Rice, Cicely Rich, Tricia, 120 Richardson, Bob, 120 Richmond, 120 Riebesehl, Rita, 132 Riggs, Chris, 46, 132 Riggs, Joseph, 120 Riggs, Mary Ringenberg, Dan Risius, Jeffery Risius, Jody, 120 Risner, Elisa, 120 Ritchie, Dave Ritchie, Jeff Ritchie, Tim Robina, John Robinson, Angi, 120 Robinson, Carol, 120 Robinson, Chris Robinson, David Robinson, Dennis Robinson, Helen, 120 Robinson, Jason, 120 Robinson, Jeanne, 120 Robinson, Mildred, 120 Robinson, Teresa, 132 Rodino, Jennifer Rodino, Jill, 5, 132 Rody, Margaret, 10, 132 Rolfson, Mary Jo Ross, Anne Ross, Julie, 120 Roth, Gary Rouch, Sherri Routson, Toni, 132 Rowland, Tammy Roema, Art, 120 Rucker, Chrissy Rudolph, Rob, 132 Rushins, Mark Russell, Beth, 132 Russell, Jennifer Russell, Kevin, 120 Russell, Kevin, 120 Russell, Tracy, 132 Rust, Dan,132 Rydson, Michael Ryman, Jeff Rynski, Cheryl, 132 Saal, Chris, 120 Sebo, Kara, 132 Sacro, Erika, 120 Saddler, Jeff Sanderson, Jim, 122 Sands, Steve Sargent, Julie Sawyer, Scott, 122 Schafer, Elizabeth, 122 Schafer, Pam Schaefers, Traci, 132 Scheyndel, Doug, 122 Schiarb, Shelly Scheiber, Sherri Schimanski, Carrie-Lyn, 122 Schnell, Dave, 3, 132 Schneck, Chris, 132 Schnell, Doug, 132 Schrock, Kim Schrock, Tad, 13, 132 Schroen, Steve, 122 Schwindaman, Rob, 47, 122 Shannon, Jay, 122 Sharp, Tim, 122 Shaum, Cindy Shaum, Shelly, 132 Shaw, Bret, 122 Shaw, Deanna Shaw, Scott Shearer, Darcey Shaeppard, Kelly, 122 Shepherd, Larry, 132 Sherrills, Effi Shildmyer, Ana, 122 Shildmyer, John Shinabarger, Brian, 122 Short, Bucky, 122 Short, Renee, 50 Shorter, Brian, 122 Shremier, Brian Shroff, Kimberly Signeski, Rich, 122 Sigsbee, Matt, 122 Simons, Sonia, 132 Simpson, Mary Sims, Karen, 122 Sippy, Brett, 122 Slauf, Laura, 122 Slauf, Valerie, 132 Slessman, Dawn Stutzman, Dawn, 122 Smeltzer, Gene, 122 Smeltzer, George Smith, Annette Smith, B. J., 132 Smith, Derrick Smith, Derry, 122 Smith, Morris, 122 Smith, Noelle Smith, Rod, 122 Smith, Sara Smith, Scott Smith, Scott, 122 Smith, Steve, 122 Smith, Tabbetha, 132 Smith, Tim, 122 Smithendorf, Mike, 132 Smoot, Jacob Snavely, Elizabeth Snider, Rita Snow, Laura Snyder, Mary, 122 Snyder, Pat, 45, 132 Sobczak, Jane, 122 Sommer, Amy, 132 Southworth, Carolyn Spaulding, Sheila, 122 Speas, David, 122 Speas, Eric Speas, Robert, 122 Spears, Maria, 132 Spencers, Jeff, 14, 132 Spirito, Michelina Springer, Jeff Stachel, Troy Stahl, Joan, 132 Staltari, Antonio Stamm, Kelly, 132 Stanner, Staci, 11 Stansell, Judith, 36 Steel, Mike, 122 Steen, Nina, 132 Steffen, Eric Stephenson, John Stevens, Mary, 122 Stevens, Mark, 132 Stevens, Patrick, 49 Stevernson, Randy Stewart, Brian, 122 Stewart, John Stewart, Julie, 122 Stewart, Leonard, 132 Stewart, Michelle Stewart, Steve Stewart, Tony Stich, Kelli, 123, 124 Stickel, Todd, 122 Stienke, Tom, 122 Stoeklin, Bert Stoltz, Jay, 123 Stone, Jeff, 122, 123 Stone, Jennifer, 132 Stone, Troy Stoops, Lisa, 123 Storer, Ray, 123 Stout, Deannz, 8 Straub, Ron, 132 Strauss, Sarah, 123 Streeter, David, 123 Streeter, Walter, 123 Streicher, Kellie, 123 Strong, John, 123, 132 Strong, Sylvia Stump, Jerry Strunsky, Tom Sturges, Latrice, 132 Sturges, James Suggs, Chad, 132 Suggs, Robert, 123 Summers, Sara Summers, Susan, 17, 119, 123, 124, 125 Swallow, Johnathon, 123 Swanson, Julie, 132 Swanson, Mike Swearengin, Traci, 123 Sweet, Margaret Szucs, Tanya, 132 Tamburo, Ted, 123 Taylor, Bill, 132 Taylor, Lisa Taylor, Lori Taylor, Mark, 132 Taylor, Paula Taylor, Tracey, 123 Teall, Aaron, 123 Tenison, Bill, 123 Terlep, Tim, 132 Thacker, Jeff, 132 Thalheimer, Tammy Thomas, Elizabeth Thomas, Eugene, 123 Thomas, Kim, 132 Thomas, Kim Thomas, Theresa, 123 Thompson, Clifford, 123 Thornton, Chris Tice, Mark, 47, 132 Tinsely, James Tom, Christopher, 10, 123 Toops, Lori Tremse, Chris, 132 Tran, John, 132 Tosper, Sue Troyer, Jeff Troyer, Tim Tubicsak, David, 132 Tubicsak, Gena, 123 Tubicsak, Gena, 123 Tubicsak, Robert, 132 Tuggle, Dorian, 115, 123 Tully, Jane, 132 Turnock, Jennifer, 123, 124 U Underwood, Gladys, 132 V Van Goey, Johna, 132 Vanharlingen, Brian, 123 Van Horn, Mike Van Tran, John Van Wormer, Dru VanderReyden, Gina, 132 Vetter, Phil Voldivai, Melody, 123 Vollmar, 132 W Wagner, Aaron, 123 Walker, Candace Walker, Tammy, 132 Wallin, Jeff, 132 Walls, Wray, 132 Walser, Sheri, 132 Walter, Alicia, 132 Walz, Denise, 123 Wambaugh, Kurt, 132 Ward, Becky, 123 Ward, Lori Ward, Marvin, 123 Warner, Kim, 5 Warrick, Tracey, 132 Watkins, Chritena Watson, Doug Watson, John Watson, Paul, 132 Watts, Ray, 132 Weaver, Caral, 14 Weaver, Dwayne, 123 Weaver, Jennifer, 123 Weaver, Kristen, 132 Weaver, Theresa, 132 Weiss, David, 124 Welby, Andrea, 123 Welch, Scott Wells, Terry, 123 Welty, Andrea, 124 Wenzel, Julie Werbiansky, Martha West, James Westlake, Ronald Whalen, Greg, 132 White, Brian White, Phil Whiteman, Kim, 124 Whiting, Tami Whitmer, Jeff, 54, 132 Whitmer, Sonya, 124 Wiegner, Robert Wiesenberg, Anja Wilcox, Gary Wild, Debra, 134 Williams, Glenn, 134 Williams, Joyce Williams, Marty, 124 Williamson, Ricky, 124 Willard, Jerry, 134 Willing, David, 124 Willis, David, 124 Wilsey, Jeff Wilson, Audra, 50 Wilson, Kathy, 124 Wilson, Valerie, 134 Wimmer, Dave Wimmer, Donna Wimmer, Sandra Wirick, Tammy, 51 Wirt, Jon Wiskontoni, Eric, 134 Witt, Stacy, 124 Witte, David, 124 Wolf, William, 124 Wolfinger, James, 124 Wolgamood, Jenni Wolgamookd, Mindy, 124 Wood, Richard, 134 Wood, Tom Woods, Alroy Woods, Jennifer, 124 Woods, Michael, 134 Woodworth, James, 124 Woolwine, Charlie, 134 Workman, Marty Worrell, Randy, 124 Worrell, Robert, 134 Wrenn, Leanne, 124 Wright, Jeaniem, 124 Wright, Robin, 134 Wright, Todd Wright, Rudell, 124 Wright, Troy, 124 Wuthrich, Sherrie NG Yoder, Anita, 37 Yoder, Michele, 16 Yoder, Joe, 124 York, Dan, 124 Young, Jami Youngman, Malcolm, 134 Youngman, Michael Youngquist, Traci, 134 Zehendner, DAvid, 7, 44 Zehendner, Karen, 124 Zilm, Todd Zimmerman, Chuck Zimmerman, Rick Zion, Kurt, 124 Scott, Joann, 132 Lal Bag re Wild, Madeline Seal, Rhonda, 132 Wiley, Tracy Seal, Tracey, 122 Willard, Jerry Searcy, Cindy, 47 Willhite, Dave Searcy, Rick Williams, Andrea, 124 Seegers, Mary, 132 Williams, Darlene, 134 Severns, Cammy, 132 Williams, Darrell Shane, Ricki Talkington, Jenny, 123, 124 Williams, Dwayne Index 183 The End 184 ; ha I f : : I i ai)