Estes Park High School - Whispering Pine Yearbook (Estes Park, CO)

Text from Pages 1 - 104 of the 1978 volume:

fTable of Opening 2 Activities 4 Academies 50 People 70 Closing 94 Index 95 contents Takin it easy Easy does it Easy on the mind At ease Easy in. easy out An easy way to find people BOOKWORMS Juniors Scott Pedersen and Melanie Murphy have their noses in the books as they search the library for knowledge. SENIOR ROWDY The excitement of the football season is exhibited in a cheer from Stefan Grady. BEST FOOT FORWARD Upperclassmen show off their silky legs as they recline on a bench in the student center 2 Opening CONCERT BOYS. Wild-eyed Stefan Grady. Brad Smith, and Bob Rutherford proudly display their souvenirs from the Ted Nugent Halloween concert Takin it easy Within the first few weeks of school, a prevailing atmosphere of calmness and peacefulness was felt by many of the student body. There was no definite explanation for this easy-going feeling, but nevertheless, it hovered over us thoughout the year. The easiness was occasionally threatened by minor disturbances however, one instance being the brief scirmish between the so-called ‘‘freaks ’ and the “redneck mongos. Another such event was the disagreement among school-sponsored organizations over the band’s being in charge of athletic event concession sales for the entire year. Mr. Rudel found cause to deliver three or four of his suggested changes in student conduct and activity addresses to the student body, but these events were all quickly forgotten and had no real influence on the easy attitude of the school. Even the shaving cream and water balloon battle which broke out in the student center during homecoming week was taken lightly and had minimal effect on the year’s experience. The rowdiness of the fall sports season was also very much under control. On any given day of the year the student center could be found full of reclining bodies, people taking it easy lying in the sun by the big windows or leaning back in their chairs with their feet on the tables resembling the “Rip Van Winkle character on our cover, just taking it easy. During the snowy winter months school spirit was at a definite lull. The lack of motivation and enthusiasm in all classes was especially noticeable in the freshman class. They were so passive that at most pep assemblies and during athletic event cheers, the Class of '81 ’s yell was often missing. Many agreed that this class was taking it a bit too easy. But by the end of the year, even this class had improved somewhat. By the start of the second semester the school’s original enrollment of 420 was down to near 400. including 10 seniors who took the easy way out and graduated early. Everyone had an easy break when on May 5 school was let out at noon due to a heavy snow storm which left three feet of snow on the Estes area. The entire year had an easygoing feeling about it. The “Whispering Pine has attempted to recapture this feeling in the following pages. Opening 3 CHEERS. Marathon dancers Brad Smith and Sherry Bonno toast the photographer. Easy does it Activities — some students can't get enough of them, while others go out of their way to avoid them. Whatever a student was into, it was probably to be found. Activities ranged from standing on stage to just standing in the smoking area. Clubs and organizations were so numerous that sponsors had trouble finding an open spot on the calendar. With golf, gymnastics, and swimming reinstated, and the newly-established baseball team in full swing, some students went from season to season without a break. There were some clubs, however, which didn't do anything, with rumors circulating that ‘‘it's just a way to get a seat on Student Council!” Sometimes students were so busy that one almost expected to see sleeping bags from the dance marathon as permanent fixtures in the student center. On the other hand, a handful of students were constantly bored with anything relating to school, and wouldn't have found happiness in any activity even if they had tried. 4 Activities division page Arguments vs. apathy With the lack of student cooperation and attention. Student Council meetings again proved to be more argumentative than productive. Such things as whether a teacher appreciation day should be held turned into major issues. Small wordings in the constitution under revision were argued over needlessly. Another problem which arose was the finding of Student Council sponsors. Mrs. Dee Godesiabois resigned in December, leaving the Council sponsorless until Principal Gordon Rudel finally took the position. The Council did decide to hold meetings every Tuesday of each week during a different class hour. They finally finished revising the constitution. which had been in process for a number of years. Quite a few dances were held, including homecoming and the Christman Morp. And the teacher appreciation day was finally voted on favorably. Promotion of the day was so poor, however, that most teachers had no idea why there were flowers in their boxes. As the year rolled on. the weekly meetings became scarce, finally dwindling to almost nothing during the fourth quarter. TRYING TO COPE. Head girl Cherri Moore tries unsuccessfully to stay awake during a Student Council meeting. IN THE DARK Head boy Dave Anstey moderates the opening of the student body elections. HORSEFEATHERS' Mark Denning offers a timely comment on one of the Council’s burning issues. Student Council 5 Injuries For the coaches, players, and fans, the EPHS football season started out extremely well, with Estes winning the first two games of the season. In the third game the Bobcats played with the loss of senior halfback Mark Mangclscn. who had suffered a leg injury. In the fourth game Estes beat Bcrthoud, spoiling their homecoming. In this game Mangclscn was lost for the year with an injured knee. The Bobcats lost their four remaining games, including homecoming. where Eaton won 19-6. Five additional team members were lost to injuries. Glenn Dunmire, Doug Paglia, Dennis Schlarbaum. and Mangelsen ended the season on the sidelines with a 3-5 record. Players recognized for outstanding achievement were: Dan Sinner-Most Improved Defensively; Eric Carvell-Most Improved Offensively; FOOTBALL 3 Wins. 5 Losses Estes Park Opponent 28 Middle Park 6 14 Lyons 7 7 Platte Valley 16 6 Berthoud 0 6 Eaton 19 12 Highland 33 14 U-High 28 20 Windsor 43 frustrate gridders FIELD GOAL ATTEMPT. Mike E Anderson OBSTACLE Senior Eric Carvell rushes holds the ball as Jim Dykes prepares to kick. toward a blocking opponent. FORWARD YARDAGE. Halfback Mark Mangelsen attempts to dodge his pursuer in the victory over Lyons, which was the second game of the year. 6 Football STRESSING A POINT. Head Coach Perry Black instructs varsity team members on blocking strategy during a practice session on the school field. FRONT ROW: Hans Kell. Arnie Johnson. Scott Spaur. Chris Ensminger. Joe Baker. Frank Stetson. Adam Arnold. Chris Backstrum. Peter Dunmire. Bo Williams. Dave Fisher. Dave Houtz. Kevin Gorackc. Dale Vinzenz. Paris Hunt. Jim Pinson. Jim Evans. Gary Thorpe. Scott Stetson. Bobby Mathernc. and Todd Copper. ROW TWO: Gerry Hunt. Chris Ingold. Kevin Saldeen. Jamie Flynn. John Brandly. Ron Bazman. Tom Denning. Dennis Schlarbaum. Steve Laing. Greg Austin. Mark Cross. Jim Dykes. Rod Rudcl. Dan Williams. Jim Dickinson. Todd Smith. Jerry Redman. Kerwyn Mabie. Stan Beckman. Joel Fredrickson. Russ Thomas. Jim Radcliffe. Managers Charlotte Ingold. Debbie Reeder, and Cindy Younglund. BACK ROW: Trainer Dave Anstey. Mark Pallissard. Scott Pedersen. Shawn Sallee. Tim Crowley. Mark Denning. Mike D. Anderson. Chris Youngheim. Glenn Dunmire. Shayne Copper. Dan Sinner. Tim Hardistcr. Steve Abrames. Mark Mangelsen. Mike Backstrum. Mike E Anderson. Bill Reed. Eric Carvcll. Doug Paglia. Mike Arnold. Wayland Russell. Coach Brian Martens. Perry Black, and George Carlson. Football 7 Golfers, runners The golfers, after having school funds cut off last year, raised enough money during the summer to again have a team. Projects from a car wash to a garage sale provided enough money for a bigger and better team. Coached by Mr. Jim Williamson, the four varsity players, seniors Tom Nichol and Roger Belleau, and juniors. Steve Thomson and Dave Bush, showed overall improvement, placing in several big tournaments and again found themselves first out of the few Welco teams. A new twist to an old sport, five cross-country members endured their first season. Coached by Mr. Bob Volzer. three juniors. Steve Durnal, Keith Kofford. and Dave Holland, and two sophomores. Neil Casey and Suzy Nichol. competed in respective categories doing fairly well for their first year. The team participated in only three meets, where all entry fees were dropped for the unfunded team. SMOOTH WEDGE. Senior Tom Nichol chips toward the hole during a home match. FRONT ROW: Russ Whitney. Dave Bush. Kevin Schumaker. Roger Belleau. Tom Nichol. Steve Thomson, and Coach Jim Williamson. BACK ROW: James Tinsley. Bart Verry. Mike Gardiner. Alan Nugent. Biff Steam, and Heidi Bigler. 8 Golf SLOW DOWN. Roger Belleau puts a little too much on his putt as the ball rolls by the cup. :fdf A LITTLE FARTHER. Keith Kofford and Dave Holland keep the pace during a meet at Roosevelt. WHERE’S THE TOP Steve Durnal struggles to reach the top when running a three mile course. TEAM MEMBERS: Suzy Nichol. Neil Casey. Dave Holland. Keith Kofford. Steve Durnal. and FINALLY FINISHED. Suzy Nichol enters the Coach Bob Volzer. finish chute after completing a two mile course. Cross-country 9 Popularity grows in girls sports After three years, girls’ sports are slowly but surely becoming an accepted part of EPHS. Although competition is stiff and the girls are not top contenders, support for both the volleyball and gymnastics team was high. After another year of total defeat, the volleyball team was still full of spirit for their last game against Nederland. Between “footie” socks and a new coach, the girls finally managed to put this last game in the “win” slot. This, the first win that the girls had had in three seasons, left everyone with quite a feeling of pride. This was the season for new coaches in girls’ athletics. Coach Joan Siudzinski held the volleyball team together as a first-year coach and teacher at EPHS. Meanwhile. Coach Pat Boyle had his hands full coaching the gymnastics team. Due to a lack of funds, the gymnastics team was operated on a private donation basis. Despite this complication, the girls made a good showing with Sharon Dermody once again qualifying for the state meet. Although the season’s win-loss tally may not look impressive, it was a definite improvement over past records for both teams. FRONT ROW: Shamane Herman and Michelle Snyder. MIDDLE ROW: Kathy Gavell and Karen Dermody. BACK ROW: Coach Pat Boyle. Sharon Dermody and Karen Grady. FLASHING A GRIN. Karen Cooper gives the judges a smile before she begins her routine. 10 Volleyball CONCENTRATION IS THE KEY Toni Brown keeps her eye on the ball as she prepares to send it over the net. VOLLEYBALL 1 Win. 16 Losses Estes Park Opponent 5,10 Lyons 15,15 2. 4 Erie 15.15 1. 8 Berthoud 15.15 5.14 Highland 15.16 2.14 Eaton 15,16 10.13 Windsor 15,15 3.13 Windsor 15,15 13. 9 Highland 15.15 3. 0 Valley 15,15 15.12. 6 Weld Central 7.15,15 15.15.14 Roosevelt 11,17,16 7.15. 8 U-High 15,11.15 6.12 Lyons 15,15 14.10 Fort Lupton 16,15 5. 4 Platte Valley 15,15 15.15 Nederland 10. 7 FRONT ROW: Kelly Spaur. Lisa Harvill. Carol Dueil. Stcph Austin. Jan Johnson, and Tracy Atkins. BACK ROW: Coach Joan Siudzinski. manager Theresa Hennig. Kathy Veile. Abbie Smith. Lori Thorpe. Sandy Guglcr. managers Kathy Bush and Sharon Rumlcy. Volleyball 11 ‘year of the Cat’ Cold, blustery weather contributed to the miserable homecoming weekend of October 7-8. leaving the Bobcats defeated at the football game against Eaton. For the third consecutive year, the class of 79 won first place in the float competition with their colorful float featuring the three competitive seasons. Sophomores and freshmen tied for second, and seniors placed last. Students had a difficult time preparing their floats on the morning of the parade because of the freezing, windy weather. “Year of the Cat” was the theme of the parade. Juniors also captured first place, using cartoons in a sequence of events representing the team, in the hall decorations contest. Sophomores and freshmen placed second and third, and seniors came in last. Nominees for king were Eric Carvcll, Brad Smith, and Mark Mangelsen. Queen candidates included Cherri Moore. Cindy Johnson, and Kathy Gavell. “Stairway to Heaven” was the theme of the dance, where Mark and Cindy were crowned. LOOKIN' COOL. Fitch and Chips, accompanied by Mike Anderson as Elvis, rock and roll in the student center for 50's day. 12 Homecoming CARTOON CAPERS. Melanie Murphy’s humorous cartoons of the football game win first place WELCOME WARMTH. The traditional in hall decorations for the juniors. burning of the outhouse provides a spark of cheer. UNDER THE UMBRELLA Reese Cheney is ready for any kind of weather as he celebrates hat day. ROYALTY NOMINEES Attendants Cherri Moore and Eric Carvell smile at the crowd during Saturday's homecoming parade. Homecoming 13 Stars and music take the stage “You Were Born on a Rotten Day” was presented during the first week of November. The play concerned a high school physics teacher, played by Greg Austin, who lived a double life as an astrologer. After only a brief two weeks of rehearsal, the play, directed by Mrs. Claudia Irwin, came off as was expected due to the limited practice, but was saved only by the cleverness of the cast. The cast members did surprisingly well in their roles and showed a great deal of maturing in dealing with situations such as forgotten lines and late entrances. When the occasion demanded, they delivered snappy and witty improvisation. All involved certainly learned a lesson from the experience: practice makes perfect. Students presented the third annual variety show in May Another Mrs. Irwin production, the show went on without benefit of a single rehearsal and was a success thanks to the efforts of the students involved. Unknown to Mrs. Irwin, students staged their own secret dress rehearsal in the theater the night before the production. The talent show, with sophomore Larry Tyson as M.C.. was a collection of musical numbers, instrumental and vocal, dancing, and jokes and imitations by Tyson. SCHOOL BOARD LADIES. Karen Cooper. Cherri Moore, and Kelly Dermody discuss educational issues before the backdrop designed by Mike McCarey. ATTENTION CLASS Carol Slizeski GOOFING OFF Teacher Greg Austin watches intently as his pupils throw paper airplanes. explains a law of physics to her class in a scene from the play. 14 Fall Play FOLK SINGERS Mindy Smith sings emotionally as her brother Brad accompanies her on the guitar. SATURDAY NIGHT FEVER Sandy Gugler and Brian Hillyer perform a dance to the disco music from the movie. Variety Show 15 For the average driver, a car is just a machine that you put gas into through a hole in the side, and it takes you places. But to the EPHS driver, a car is more. A car is a place for lunch on most occasions, a place to drink, a place to sleep, or a place to go when you decide to push their status symbol a little too far. resulting in difficulties such as accidents and tickets. The Class of 79 is so far trying to set a school record for the number of people losing their licenses and joining the “bicycle to school pool.” Following the Class of 79 is the rest of the school, trying to set new highs in car wrecks. Whatever students do with their cars, though, there will always be that certain good feeling you get driving a car. Whether driving to school or cruisin' the streets on Friday and Saturday nights, everyone gets a great feeling. Getting that great feeling that school just doesn’t make the top of your excitement list for the day. In short, it is a student's second home. But as with every home, there are expenses. New tires, gas. oil. tune-ups. and lube jobs are just a few of the expenses. All in all though, most drivers at EPHS will agree that it is worth the money to have the privilege of having your “own” status symbol. EPHS students sometimes want WARM WEATHER FUN. Neil Casey shows the summer advantages of motorcycling to Scott Spaur. 16 Cars and cruisin’ ESCORT TO TOWN. Mike Hardister and Steve Laing take a break and let Debbie Reeder escort them into town after school. HOME. JAMES. Youngsters Dale Vinzenz and Todd Copper join Dennis Schlarbaum for a ride home with Jim Radcliffe. HOMEWARD BOUND. Bart Vcrry cheerfully stops for a picture before readying his car for the short ride home. CITATION CONSCIOUS. Thumper Young concentrates on not exceeding the speed limit in order to avoid a ticket. DELIGHTFUL DISPLAY. David Laessig displays his newly-painted status symbol after school. Cars and cruisin' 17 Aardvarks bump Alkys Bumping balls over a net at 7:30 in the morning sounds easy, but as the intramural volleyballers soon realized, it is a lot easier to miss and bump into a wall. The intramural volleyball program was once again formed as a spring activity for students and teachers. Over 80 participants gathered for this event to compete for the first place title. Throughout a season of bets and various other interferences, the Aardvarks conquered the confident Alkys and emerged from the tournament as the victors. Mrs. Betty Cudworth. who sponsored the season’s program and was in charge of keeping all rules and records, commented, “I felt that the tournament was time-consuming, but worthwhile to wake up in the morning to watch a bunch of crazy kids.” In the regular playing season, the top four teams were Alkys. 10-1; Teachers. 10-1; Trojans. 9-2; and the Fruits, 9-2. UP. UP. AND AWAY An Alky. Stephan Grady, volleys back the ball to his opponents as Mr. Brian Martens and Doug Paglia prepare themselves for an assist. ON TOP OF THINGS. Jim Radcliffc stretches to block a spike from Craig Foote as his team. Too Close Encounters, looks on. 18 Intramural volleyball EYING THE BALL Amies Army player. Dave Kemmcr (left), concentrates on serving an overhand fast ball to his opposing team. EMOTIONAL INVOLVEMENT. Louise McCarthy and Tracy Atkins (below) of the Slashers express their emotions as a volleyball races past them. SPIKERS MEET Jeff Arnold of Amies Army, and Mr Brian Martens of the Alkys. fight against each other for the scoring point. Intramural volleyball 19 Second season for ski racers For the second consecutive year. Greg Hurt successfully coached ski racers from Estes Park High School. He worked with the 13 students on a completely voluntary basis, and helped them on his own time. Many of his friends also assisted with the team. Included are Jim Sloan, head of mountain crew at Hidden Valley, who helped out at the beginning of the season. Bob Holth-aus and J.D. Lichty helped at Practices and went to most of the races. None were paid anything for all their work with the students. The team wasn’t school sponsored, so students were busy trying to raise money by having an antique FREE RIDE. Coaches Holthaus and Hurt (above) laugh their way up the lift at Winter Park CUT IT SHARP Coach Hurt (right) explains the turns of the Winter Park course to Laura Schroeder and Angela Hertrich. appraisal, and getting donations. They succeeded by not having to pay expenses. The ski racing season began in late October and extended through March. Team members prepared for the season by conditioning at Hidden Valley. Racing in the Eastern Division, the team participated in five competition and one classification race. At each meet, members competed on giant slalom and slalom courses. “From the first day last year, to the first day this year, the kids really improved 500%” Hurt noted. TOP DOG. Laura Schroeder skillfully maneuvers her way through the slalom course. Ski racing Swimmers rough it ALMOST THERE. Peter Dunmire steadies himself as he nears the finish line. As the second year with Coach Bob Johnson, the boys’ swim team had a pretty good season, finishing fifth at the State AA Invitational Meet. Not able to practice in the public pool, due to the school cancelling its contract with the recreation department. the team held their practices at the YMCA of the Rockies. In order to be able to use the Y’s pool, each team member had to pay the AAU dues of $5.00. A considerable amount of illness struck the team, causing attendance to be poor at practices. According to team members who made it to the practices, they were quite tough at times, frequently doing 3500-5000 yards a day. but they paid off in the long run. The team, not sure if they were going to be school-sponsored until January, missed four meets at the beginning of the season. The only reason for the team's existing is that the team members organized money making projects and collected donations from local merchants. The team didn’t seem to regret having to make the money themselves, as Todd McIntyre noted. It makes it more worthwhile when you have to go out and work for the money yourself.” Coach Johnson said the team, despite seasonal scheduling irregularities. made a strong showing in the Welco swimming finals, as virtually all team members equalled or bettered personal records. Russ Harvey and Sam Clausen both captured seconds. Harvey in the 100-meter breast stroke, and Clausen in the 100-meter back stroke event. Although we’ll be losing four seniors this year. Todd McIntyre. Russ Harvey. Brian Hillyar. and Matt Hcroux. the whole team improved over last year, and I feel we’re going to have a good season and team next year,” stated Coach Johnson. ON YOUR MARK Sam Clausen gets set for his 200 yard freestyle race at the state meet FRONT ROW: James Tinsley. Dave Bush. Ole Sykes. Sam Clausen. Hans Ritschard. and Russ Whitney. KNEELING: Mark Lovenburg and Doug Gardiner. BACK ROW: Coach Bob Johnson. Oscar Jiminez. Brian Hillyer. Matt Hcroux. Russ Harvey, and Todd McIntyre. Swimming 21 Carlson praises young grapplcrs An inexperienced wrestling team rarely enjoys success in its competitions. but the Bobcat team, coached by George Carlson and Doug Max. was the exception with a surprising individual success record. Dan Sinner, Shawn Sallee, and Mike Backstrum were the wrestlers who compiled the most impressive individual records. The team did as well as could be expected when you consider that we had very few returning lettermen or even JV wrestlers.” commented Coach Carlson. As usual, the annual Winter Sports Awards Banquet followed the WRESTLING 3 Wins. 9 Losses Estes Park Opponent 9 Weld Central 45 12 Erie 42 36 Windsor 29 20 Highland 38 36 U-High 15 18 Holy Family 41 5 Eaton 48 9 Fort Lupton 42 15 Roosevelt 48 3 Valley 42 48 Berthoud 19 7 Platte Valley 45 Third Place Battle Mountain Tournament Fifth Place — Wiggins Tournament Eighth Place District Tournament season's conclusion. During the banquet. Mike Backstrum was awarded the Trail-Gazette Outstanding Wrestler Award, and was voted wrestler of the year by the coaches and fellow wrestlers. Scott Miller walked away with the most pins award, followed by Shawn Sallee with the fastest pin award. Shayne Copper received the award for most takedowns. Also honored at the banquet were Dan Sinner for being the most improved varsity wrestler and having the most reversals, and David Kemmer for the highest grade point average during the wrestling season. CONCENTRATION. Jim Pinson shuts his inner pressures out and tries to concentrate on taking down his Fort Lupton opponent at the district tournament in Greeley. GIVING 120%. 126 pound Mike Backstrum grapples with his Weld Central opponent. 22 Wrestling MOTIVATION USELESS. Even with cheers such as Lean to the left and Pin. pin. pin your man , the cheerleaders could not improve the outcome at the district tournament. SMILING PIN. A smile seems to come to Dan Sinner's (left) face as he works to pin his opponent. IMPRESSIVE DEBUT During his first match of the season. Mike Backstrum (below) struggles to maintain control of his Rebel opponent. FRONT ROW: Mike Miller. Nick Willocks. Todd Smith, David Kcmmer. Dan Williams. Gary Thorpe. Chad Thomas. Joe Baker. Bob Matherne. Scott Spaur. Mike Gardiner. Stan Sallee. Todd Copper. Monte Mclhorn. Richard Michener. and statistician Steve Abrames. BACK ROW: manager Chris Ensminger. Dan Sinner. Shawn Sallee. Stan Beckman. Shayne Copper. Jim Pinson. Scott Miller. Mike Backstrum. Bo Williams. Kevin Goracke. Neil Casey. Rick Kearney, Gerry Hunt, matmaid Sharon Rumley. matmaid Nancy Vinzenz. Assistant Coach Doug Max. and Head Coach George Carlson. Wrestling 23 Cagcrs finish third in Welco The Estes Park Bobcats again had a record-setting season, finishing third in the Welco League with a 14-6 record, the best in 11 years. Bobcat hopes got off to a fast start, winning the first three games, but were quickly downed, losing three tough games, two to state runner-up Highland. Bobcat supremacy was demonstrated. however, when they ran off a string of eight victories, with wins over University, Eaton, and Berthoud twice. Windsor, and Sheridan. Bobcat spirits were again quickly dampened with two losses before the start of the sub-district tournament by a total three points. Windsor 60-59. and Highland 73-71. As a result of these two defeats. Estes wound up in a tie for second place in the North with Windsor. TAKE TWO. Sharp shooter Jim Sykes scores over a Highland opponent during a home game. Estes Park lost a coin flip to determine who received third place and would play Fort Lupton to advance to the regular tournament. The Bobcats made short work of Fort Lupton. trouncing them 96-68 to advance to the eight team regular tournament. In the first round Estes battled Weld Central, a well-disciplined squad, to a double overtime 50-42 victory. The following game was one everyone would just as soon forget, as Estes was soundly defeated by Highland 77-52, the same team that beat them by only two points one week earlier. The final round of the tourney found the ’Cats matched against Windsor for third place. Estes came out determined to bring home the third place trophy, and succeeded by drubbing Windsor 77-60. The winter sports banquet brought an end to a very successful season and the team coached by Mr. Dennis Snell. Assistant Coach Bob Volzer, and Freshman Coach Pat Boyle. At the sports banquet Tom Nichol was voted team captain and best defensive player, topping off the season with a berth on the all-Wclco team. Mike Arnold received the best individual player and was also voted to the all-North team. Best offensive player was received by Jim Dykes, who also was voted to the all-North team. Bill Prescott was voted most improved and Dan Downs the most spirited player. SQUEAKING BY Floor leader Tom Nichol sneaks past Fort Lupton defenders en route for two points. 24 Boys' basketball UP AND IN. Senior Mike Arnold drives up and over a Berthoud defender for a lay-up. COMING THROUGH. Shon Dermody jumps through Berthoud defenders en route to a basket. KNEELING: Tom Nichol. Dan Downs. Steve Durnal. Jim Dykes. Roger Bcllcau. John Brandly. STANDING: Head Coach Dennis Snell. Shon Dermody. Mike Anderson. Jeff Arnold. Mike Arnold. Brian Willcoxen, Bill Prescott. Student Coach Gary Kenfield. Assistant Coach Bob Volzer. BOYS BASKETBALL 14 Wins. 6 Losses Estes Park Opponent 82 Lyons 48 59 Fort Lupton 52 67 Roosevelt 48 55 Highland 62 58 Platte Valley 68 60 Highland 68 68 University 48 59 Eaton 53 72 Berthoud 62 62 Windsor 60 99 Sheridan 78 52 University 48 80 Eaton 52 56 Berthoud 50 59 Windsor 60 71 Highland 73 96 Fort Lupton 68 50 Weld Central 42 52 Highland 77 77 Windsor 60 Boys’ basketball 25 Girls finish sixth in Welco For the second year, the EPHS girl cagers showed their skill on the basketball floor, making a vast improvement with a 6-10 record over last year’s 3-10 record. Tryouts for the team consisted of individual basic skills. 40 girls tried out for the varsity team, and 12 made it. Even though the varsity team members changed considerably during the season, the starters remained relatively the same. First year Head Coach Joan Suidzinski used a strict set of training rules which seemed to be important to the success of the team. During the season, with the exception of a few suspensions, the team excelled and put forth a total effort. This effort paid off. especially in the game with the Eaton Reds. The Bobcats won in overtime by eight points. At the end of the season, the girls traveled to Greeley to compete in the Welco sub-district tournament. After two nights of play, the EP Bobcats came home with 6th place out of 12 teams. Individual awards were given to Kelly Spaur - most improved; Tracy Cudworth - best defensive; and Jan Johnson - most valuable. Lori Thorpe received honorable mention for Northern Welco. and Johnson was named to the AU-Welco team. The JV’s ended the season with a 5-11 record, which is also an improvement over last year. ON THE LINE The Bobcats take a breather as Lori Thorpe shoots a free throw. 26 Girls' basketball STRETCHING FOR TWO. Sharon Dermody (left) attempts a lay-up as her Valley opponent eagerly watches. GIRLS' BASKETBALL 6 Wins. 12 Losses Estes Park Opponent 24 Fort Lupton 35 28 Erie 50 24 Platte Valley 45 21 Highland 56 30 U-High 23 38 Eaton 37 36 Berthoud 48 20 Windsor 40 33 Lyons 46 50 Eaton 42 44 Berthoud 46 35 Windsor 50 36 Highland 28 35 U-High TOURNAMENT 40 41 Valley 36 24 Weld Central 44 41 Platte Valley 39 29 Erie 38 FRONT ROW: Lori Thorpe. Tracy Cudworth. Carol Swickard. Terry Jan Johnson. Tracy Atkins. Kelly Spaur. Sharon Dermody. Mary Janosec. Atkins. Karen Dermody. Kathy Thcisen. Sandy Gugler. and Peggy manager Ann Carpenter, and Coach Jim Williamson. Durward. BACK ROW: Coach Joan Siudzinski. manager Corinne Cheney. Girls' basketball 27 MAGIC QUARTERBACK. Coach Doug Max shows the correct way to hold an invisible football. It takes someone special There must be something very special that possesses a person to become a coach. It certainly can’t be the money, because one could make more moonlighting as a gas station attendant. Coaches must have both a love for kids and a love for athletic competition. I enjoy watching kids grow in both attitude and ability.” stated track Coach Doug Max. You can often see a change in a kids attitude after just one season.” Coaches need to be both hard-nosed and understanding at the same time. “You have to be tough if you want to get anything accomplished, but there has to be an element of understanding if a coach is fair. noted Head Football Coach Perry Black. On the line! is probably one of the most dreaded phrases an athlete ever hears. Inevitably it means it’s time to run suicides or wind sprints. Conditioning is one of the worst parts of athletics, and coaches seem to show no mercy in this area. But most good athletes realize that it is for their own good. AN UNSURE FEELING Swim Coach Bob Johnson scans the facilities before the Windsor swim meet. 28 Coaches EASY ON THE FEET. Coach Jim Williamson (left) shows that he's no fool by carting around the golf course. A RESTFUL MOMENT Track Coach Bob Volzer (below) takes a break from coaching to just watch on. CALLING SIGNALS Football Coach Perry Black cries out signals and watches for the team to respond. Coaches 29 CAN'T STOP DANCIN'. Tiring participants barely move as they struggle to reach their 18 hour goal. 30 Dances GET UP AND BOOGIE. Students in the marathon are very anxious to raise money for Muscular Dystrophy during the first two hours of dancing. YOUNG FRANKENSTEIN. Bob Rutherford gags in disbelief as he spies the cameraman taking his picture. Dance to the music Even though most of them consisted of regular 'ole records, the school dances did manage to be more popular this year than last. To many students, dances were a good excuse to go out. when they really gave them an opportunity to sneak off to somewhere else, such as the familiar old hangout — Bob ’n Tony’s, also known as “the pit.” Those who did go into the dance got their hand stamped. No one was allowed to get back into the dances if they decided to leave. This precaution was to try and prevent youngsters from going out for a quick beer or smoke, the usage of both being illegal at school-sponsored events. Dances, like any other activity, had to be first okayed by student council. Then classes or clubs could put them on to raise money. Teachers volunteered their free time to sponsor these activities, and parents were pressed into service and MAKIN EYES. Sandra Batchelor (left) eyes her partner at the Hidden Valley ski day dance. i had to put up with that so-called “music” for a few hours when they sponsored. Fitch and Chips, a popular local group starring band instructor Charlie Clark, his wife Jackie, and seniors Dan Downs and Brad Fitch Smith played live country-rock at two dances. The Christmas Morp, which is prom backwards, and where the girls ask the boys, was fairly successful. A live band was featured from 8-12. The big dance of the year other than Prom and Homecoming, was the Muscular Dystrophy Dance to raise money for Jerry’s Kids. In order to participate, students were to have $25.00 either donated or pledged to them for each hour danced. To pass time, some kids played various games, and others were busy throwing frisbees, doing the limbo, and playing volleyball with balloons. Even the KIMN chicken came to visit the only school in Colorado which succeeded in an M.D. dance. Everyone was doing the hustle when a popular disco tunc was played by disc-jockeys Mike Whiteman and Jeff Steele. 1977 graduates. Under the supervision of Principal Gordon Rudel. sleeping arrangements were divided with girls on one side and boys on the other. The next morning most kids snake danced through town collecting donations. The co-ordinator was Millie Davis, study hall supervisor and EPHS graduate. Total funds collected were $5,021. Collasping and tired students were happy to hear the Muscular Dystrophy Association had exceeded their expectations. Kim VanHorn raised the most money, and won a stereo for her efforts. YOWZA. YOWZA! Jeff Steele (left) has the honor of playing the records, and only music for the 18 hour Muscular Dystrophy Dance. Dances 31 A sound performance A bit o’Scotland moved into the EPHS theater in early April as “Come to me Bend to Me” was the alluring call from the mysterious and romantic village of Brigadoon. The select choir presented the classic musical of Lerner and Loewe. A village of bagpipes and Scottish dancers in kilts was the setting as Tommy Albright (the lead role played by Brad Smith). a New Yorker on a hunting trip, found himself falling in love with the beautiful Fiona MacLaren (Suzanne Mikel). He and Jeff Douglas (Matt Heroux) stumble onto the village after getting lost hunting. The inhabitants of Brigadoon claim that the village is a miracle: it only appears once every 100 years. A few mishaps did occur, such as carts falling over with bottles rolling on the stage, and the falling of prop walls as Betsy Burgess slammed a door pushing Charlie Dalrymple (Todd McIntyre) out of the house. The choir turned out a sound performance, leaving the audience with a carefree, easy feeling, and wishing perhaps that they could linger a little longer in this mythical setting. In contrast to the shoddy production of the fall drama, the performance of “Brigadoon’ was quite successful and pleasing. Cast members showed great feeling and expression in their acting and singing. “Brigadoon” was indeed a sound performance. 32 Spring Musical LEAD PLAYERS. Brad Smith and Suzanne Mikel learn of Brigadoon's miracle. THE REAL LOVE OF MY LIFE. Louise McCarthy sings to tired Matt Heroux. DANCING BRIDE Sandy Gugler dances KILTED BEAUTY. Matt Heroux explains joyfully as she prepares to be wed. how he lost his trousers. Spring Musical 33 Cheers to you School spirit has been on a downhill ride for the past three years, and still seems to b£ passing by the students at EPHS. The reason for a lack of spirit doesn’t always rest in the hands of the cheerleaders. The cheerleaders put on pep assemblies and cheer at all possible games, whether or not the crowd cheers along with them. For the first time, male cheerleaders were included with the cheerleading squad. Seniors Doug Pearson and Lindsey Kemper joined forces with the six girls to cheer the Bobcats on to victories. Next year drill team will be offered as a new elective class for girls, which will eliminate the need for cheerleaders. The course consists of 24 girls who will partake in all activities throughout the year as cheerleaders, pom-pons, and flag and rifle girls. CHEERLEADERS: Lindsey Kemper. Suzy Nichol. Jodie Hughes. Kathy Gavell. Karen Cooper, and Sabine Lieske. WE RE NUMBER ONE Head cheerleader Kathy Gavell attempts to instill enthusiasm during a pep assembly. 34 Cheerleading FRONT ROW: Adam Arnold. Dave Kemmer. Dan Grogan. John Brandly. Haughcy. Mark Pallissard. Joe Clements. Brian Clyne. Roger Bclleau. Dan Weyland Russell. Mark Mcssingcr. Jim Dickinson. Doug Gardiner, and Downs. Steve Thomson, and Assistant Coach Pat Boyle. Neil Casey. BACK ROW: Head Coach Herb Thomson. Hans Kell. Mike Inaugural year for baseball Baseball, a new addition to the sports agenda, got underway in its first trial season. Even though their victories were few. the players showed a lot of enthusiasm towards playing and raising money for the program. The team members organized the money making project of selling fish at a wholesale price through the Alaskan Seafood Corporation. This helped to pay for the expense of transportation to their games. Service clubs, such as the Optimists, provided the team with uniforms and equipment. The team attended a total of five away games. They were victorious against a Ft. Collins JV team with a score of 11-0. but were defeated in the remaining four. V y RUNNING FOR HOME. Sophomore John Brandly heads for the plate after hitting a home run. Baseball 35 FRONT ROW: Julie Muir. Anita Moore. Steph Austin. Heidi Heroux. Valeric Crowley. Laura Wagner. Elisabeth Menning. Karen Dermody. MIDDLE ROW: manager Ann Houtz. Kim Mabie, Suzy Nichol. Terri Atkins. Valerie McMains, Cathy Sinner. Tara Castle. Stephanie Ebel, Kathy Bush. BACK ROW: Coach Brian Martens. Coach Joan Siudzinski, Wendy Bonno. Kim Maher. Tracy Atkins. Katie Ford, Sharon Dermody. Kathy Gavell. Barb Chrastil. Kelly Dermody. Sandra Batchelor. Coach Bob Volzer. and Coach Doug Max. FRONT ROW: Jeff Arnold. Jim Evans. Ty Ricker. Mark O’dell. Jamie Flynn. Steve Osborn. David Durnal. Mark Bana. MIDDLE ROW: Peter Dunmire. Shon Dermody. Jim Dykes. Rodney Rudel, Devey Emch. Andrew Puszman. Dan Sinner. Steve Durnal. Keith Kofford, Dave Houtz. Steve Laing. BACK ROW: Coach Brian Martens. Coach Joan Siudzinski. Tom Nichol. Scott Pedersen. Doug Paglia. Dave Anstcy. Chris Youngheim. Mike Arnold. Bill Reed. Dave Friedrich. Doug Goodin. Dave Holland. Coach Bob Volzer. and Coach Doug Max. 36 Track Girls finish strong at state Once again, the EPHS track team continued their success for a season. The girls managed to place first in nearly all of their track meets, including the district meet, while the boys didn’t fare quite as well, but achieved a second place at the Northern Division meet. Many new school records were set by the girls this year also. Included in these were freshman Elisabeth Menning in the mile run. Stephanie Ebel in the 110 low hurdles. Sharon Dcrmody in the high jump. Tracy Atkins in the 440, and Katie Ford in the discus throw. The relay teams also broke records and seemed to be the main strength of the team. Members of these relays were, in the 880. Kathy Gavell, Dermody, Barb Chrastil. and Tracy Atkins; 440-Dermody. Gavell. Atkins, and Chrastil; and in the mile. Gavell. Dcrmody. Atkins, and Suzy Nichol. The boys set only one school record with Steve Durnal in the long jump. However, they did well in most of their meets. The team’s strengths seemed to have rested in the legs of Durnal and Bill Reed. Both teams sent members to state. Reed represented the boys in the high hurdles. He. however, lost in the semi-finals, so he did not qualify for the rest of the meet. In the girls’ team, six girls, of which four were in both relays and individual races, performed for the Bobcats and captured second place at the state meet, missing a first place title by six points. Once again the 880 relay raced past their opponents with a first place time of 1:47.5. The mile relay shattered the state record with a time of 4:08.3. Outstanding invididual performances were shown by Dcrmody. who placed first in the high jump with a jump of 5'5 1 4 , Menning placing fourth in the mile run with her time of 5:59.6, and Atkins in the 440 with a time of 60.16 giving her a third place. STRETCH Long jumper Steve Durnal strains for that extra inch which gave him the school record. CONCENTRATION IS THE KEY Tracy Atkins (above) concentrates on handing off the baton to Barb Chrastil during the 880 relay. TAKING IT EASY. A moment of relaxation (right) is enjoyed by those members of the track team who have already finished their events. Track 37 Ho-hum elections May 11 came, and some students listened. May 12 came, and a few voted. Again student elections were important only for a small handful. Although there were successful attempts at filling vacant positions, the lack of competition and the ever present ‘‘write-ins’ prevailed. The Student Council offices of head boy and head girl were replaced with president and vice-president, making girls eligible for the top position, although none vied for the job. Much to the surpr of the student body, class office speeches were given at the same time as the Student Councils. Another change, which the WE WANT WHAT YOU WANT Adam Arnold (above) voices his opinions vying for Student Council vice-president. WINNING POSTER Ron Bazman's poster (right) serves notice that he is running for president. administration failed to relay to the students and caused much controversy. was the election of vice-president and secretary-treasure of each class. These offices are usually filled in the fall, so they were all filled by write-in votes. Ron Bazman won the position of Student Council president over Mark Denning; Adam Arnold was chosen vice-president over Tom Denning, and Julie Ford was selected as secretary-treasure over Carol Swickard. both being last minute write-ins. Class presidents elected included Steve Laing. Class of ’79; Ann Houtz. Class of '80; and Ty Ricker. Class of ’81. IT’S GOING TO BE GR-R-REAT MAN' Steve Laing tells seniors-to-be of his plans if elected. Ron Bazmatv Skndent Cott___ President. THE INEVITABLE FLEET. Students head for their busses in front of the middle school If I only had a car... Bus One has just arrived; please admit these students.” This was typically heard every-time we had less than an inch of snow, even if it didn’t stick to the highway. Hey, did you drive? Can I have a ride?” No matter how hard high school students try to find different transportation arrangements. busses play an important role in a student’s life. For the days they can’t find rides, it provides a way to get home. And for the students who are involved in sports, busses are all part of it. Half of the sports season is spent on a bus riding to and from away games. The busses for next year will have a new place to rest for the night. Being built directly behind the middle school will be a bus bay-administrative building combination. V________________________________ DON’T SHOW ANYBODY' Carol Duell and Lisa Harville (above) giggle en route to Caribou as Tcri Culver shows them a secret UGH' Anne Jochens (left) grimaces at the thought of having to ride the bus all the way to Pinewood. Busses 39 Dining, socializing, and entertainment After a long morning of class-work. lunchtime was greeted with both enthusiasm and relief. Aside from simply satisfying the morning's starvation, lunch was the time for socializing, mischief making, relaxing, and checking out the girls or guys, depending on one’s personal preference. The expanded junk food and ala carte line was often longer and more crowded than the regular hot lunch line. Also, at the beginning of the year. JUNK FOOD JUNKIE Mark Pallissard makes an ala carte purchase from Mr. Carl Roby. the lunch period was extended by five minutes. During the warm days of fall and spring, students could be found dining out on the lawn in front of the school courtyard, working on tans and throwing Frisbees. The winter months brought on snowball fights in the same area. As always, the same students occupied their own personal territories every day. There were the fearless few who sat on the wooden bench surrounding the student center where everyone could sec whom they were with and what they were doing. There were those who sat daily against the big windows where they could safely keep an eye on everyone else. At the same time there were the solitarians who inhabited the woods of potted plants in the corner and the standard people who were satisfied to sit in chairs and eat at the tables. EPICUREANS. Mark O'Dell. Jamie Flynn, and Mike O'Dell consider the caliber of the regimen before. 40 Lunch DISSERTATION Sophomore girls interchange views over a meal at noon. FINAL REWARD. Hot lunchers pick up their food after waiting in line. Lunch 41 ALL SMILES Cindy Acton (above) flashes a cheery smile as she reaches for a package of cigars at the Rexall Drug Store. PART OF THE JOB Mobile employee Todd Smith (right) pauses to check some figures in one of the station's books. Jobs offer money, experiences After complaining of working in school for nine months, students seem to contradict themselves each summer by searching for more work, finding that perfect job. As the town of Estes opens up its doors to the hordes of tourists each summer, students are either getting settled or still looking for their job. Whether it be working in a gas station or making beds, they seem to be satisfied with working. One of the enjoyable things about working in a tourist area is the questions asked annually. A favorite response to the more popular “Where is Estes Park. appears to be to tell the turkey to head straight out of town on Highway 36 until he reaches Lyons, then turn around and drive back, or some even tell them to continue driving. The lucky students working in the National Park often obtain questions such as “When do the deer turn into elk?” or even better. “Who mows the tundra?” Responses to these seem to vary in their answers going anywhere from “The deer change into elk on September 1 at exactly 11:31.5 p.m..” to “The president of the park gets up every morning at 6:00 and mows the tundra.” “Maybe this is a reason for working in the summer.” Many students just enjoy working with people. Jobs that apply to this need are usually the downtown clerking jobs or helping out at the information center. These students don’t always get the 9-6 working hours, but do get to meet a lot of people from all over the world. It gives the workers many experiences to remember, some good and some bad. They usually get the question similar to the “I can get this cheaper back in Texas. or “I just don’t understand these prices.” To the ordinary turkey, everything is cheaper back home. A favorite response is “Well, why don’t you just go back home and get it? or “You should have thought about it before you came, cheapskate.” Finding that perfect job isn’t always as easy as it sounds. The perfect hours with no nights and no weekends are the hardest kind, especially if the student is asking for a decent pay. However, the students in Estes are fortunate that they can find a job. Whether it be working with people or not, at least they have the opportunity to pick, and know that there is always something open somewhere. 42 Student jobs GASSING UP. Ron Duell (above) feigns half-hearted interest as he pumps gasoline at the Phillips 66 station. DOUBLE DIP. Susan Kingswood (left) scoops up a dip of butter brickie ice cream at the Surrey for a hungry customer. CHECKING IT OUT. Old Plantation waitress Kelly Dermody (left) takes a break and figures out her dinner checks. Student jobs 43 Tired Mondays, The old saw about not being able to tell a book by its cover is generally true, but it is usually possible to tell two days of the week by looking at people’s faces and their enthusiasm. Take for example, Mondays. Of course. Monday is everyone’s favorite day of the week. The day when the same old grind begins once again. The day when everyone who partied all weekend suddenly become sensitive to noise and at the same time can show no emotion at all. Each student in his own little way, has blurry eyes, slow reactions, and shuffling feet — for his own reasons. Most students lucky enough to have a free hour just lie down in the student center and sleep. As always though, the unlucky majority of COULDN'T TAKE IT. Finally giving in to Monday morning. Steve Laing catches 40 winks and expresses his opinion of Cultures class. PARTY TIME! Valerie Crowley and Lisa King (right) express their opinion of upcoming activities for the weekend. TO THE LIMIT. Mike Novak pushes his mind to the maximum as he examines “Space Fantasies. a hot story in Soviet Life. SIMILAR BEGINNINGS. (Right) Mondays are usually different for each person, but generally, they all start the same way: Sunrise. 44 Mondays and Fridays anxious Fridays students have to stay awake and brave out their classes. However, there is always someone who did a little too much partying over the weekend and fails to stay awake. Whenever a filmstrip begins, my eyes automatically close, remarked one EPHS student. Another day that can be recog- nized right away is Friday. Excitement is the general mood around the school. Everyone is looking forward to sporting events, parties, dates, and even once in a while, sleep. Each day has special advantages, but memories will always exist of Mondays and Fridays. AT LAST! “Sure glad it’s Friday” seems to be the expression on the faces of Jim Pinson. Mr. Brian Martens, and Mike D. Anderson. Mondays and Fridays 45 AHA' Stefan Grady (right) points out the camera as he dances with Brad Smith. ONLY 65 FEET TO GO. Doug Gardiner. Mr. Tom Hardgrove. and Judy Hoff (below) eye the area remaining to decorate, while James Tinsley observes a spider crawling on the ceiling. 46 Prom N IT S A LITTLE LOW. Jolenc Burke helps the other juniors decorate. Welcome to ‘The Grand Illusion’ STEP-2-3. STEP-2-3. Mark Mangclsen and Cindy Acton dance to The Grand Illusion. PROM ROYALTY. Carol Slizeski (left) and Tom Nichol (right) smile as they are chosen to reign over prom 78. As people walked into the Aspen room of the Inn of Estes Park on the night of May 13, the world seemed to change into what is best described by this year’s prom theme. The Grand Illusion.” Flowers and vases were on all the tables, silver and blue stars covered the walls and the ceiling was twinkling with strings of Christmas lights, adding to the decor. Performing on a stage lined with shining stars. KYTE. a superb band from Denver played popular songs ranging from Ted Nugent’s Cat Scratch Fever to Fleetwood Mac’s Dreams. As the clock struck midnight. The Grand Illusion came to an end. and couples left to attend after-prom, held at the Stanley-Sheraton. where Mas Zacate played until 3 a.m. Following after-prom, couples dispersed for early morning breakfasts at the Mountaineer or down in the valley, or to watch the sun rise, or sleep. All in all. the ’78 prom was one of the best ones ever held at EPHS and will be recalled fondly in the memories of all who attended. Prom 47 KirK, BccKcr, Belleau lead Class of ’78 Eighty members of the Class of ’78 were joined by friends and relatives in the high school student center for commencement exercises. Awarding of scholarships was followed by speeches presented by Valedictorian John Kirk. Salutator-ians Roger Belleau and Ann Becker, school Superintendent Herbert Wenger, and Principal Gordon Rudel. Among the distinguished award winners were Dave Anstey. who was honored by acceptance to the U.S. Military Academy at West Point. Ann Becker received the CERI scholarship. National Merit Scholarship, the LeTourmeau Scholar of Merit award from Longview. Texas, and $300 from the CSU Honors Program. An honor scholarship from Carroll College in Montana and the Lions Club scholarship were awarded to Kelly Dermody. To Dan Downs went the Northeastern Junior College Honor Scholarship, while Katy Ford received the Loveland Savings and Loan Good Citizen award. Valedictorian John Kirk was awarded the Century III Leaders Program award, the Rotary scholarship for $1000. the CSU President’s Scholarship, and $500 to $1,500 from Monmouth College in Illinois. Tom Nichol was chosen as the recipient of the first Saldeen Sportsmanship Award given in memory of the late Kevin Saldeen. Cherri Moore was awarded a Trustee Achievement Scholarship from Doane College in Crete. Nebraska, and the Optimist Club Opti-Youth award. Carol Slizeski won the Jaycee Scholarship for $500. and Brad Smith received the Muriel MacGregor Scholarship for the same amount. For his musically artistic ability. Marc Smith was awarded the Herb Thomson painting. The graduation was followed by a brief, rainy reception in the school courtyard. FRONT ROW: Ellen Baird. Ann Becker. Denise Chaney. Barbara Chrastil. SECOND ROW: Karen Cooper. Tracy Cudworth. Kelly Dermody. Daphne Estes. Katy Ford. Kathy Gavell. THIRD ROW: Donna Gibson. Charlotte Ingold. Cindy Johnson. Rhonda Jurgens. Kim Maher. Cherri Moore. Melodi O’Dell. FOURTH ROW: Laurie Pagano. Robin Parrack. Carolyn Potter. Leann Ramey. Sue Rasmussen. Carol Slizeski. Abbie Smith. Julie Stiger FIFTH ROW: Jon Adams. Tammy Rumlcy. Kathy Swank. Lori Thorpe. Brenda Tibbits. Kathy Veile. Peggy West. Mike E. Anderson. David Anstey. SIXTH ROW: Roger Belleau. Mike Arnold. Mike Backstrum. Jeff Boles. Eric Carvell. Reese Cheney. Brian Clync. Dan Downs. Ron Ducll. Cra.g Foote. SEVENTH ROW: Dave Friedrich. Doug Goodin. Stefan Grady. Tim Hardister. Russ Harvey. Matt Heroux. Don Houck. Gerry Hunt. EIGHTH ROW: John Kirk. Scott Jandrain. Oscar Jimenez. Brian Kamprath. Ron Livcsay. Mark Mangelsen. Todd McIntyre. Dennis Miller. Tom Nichol. Doug Paglia. Doug Pearson. BACK ROW: Mike D. Anderson. Bill Prescott. Bill Reed. Jack Rumlcy. Sid Scott. Brad Smith. Carey Smith. Marc Smith. Carl Stevens. Steve Thcisen. 48 Graduation ALMOST THERE. Seniors anxiously await the moment when they will turn their tassles and become graduates. SEGREGATED. Because of the unequal ratio of boys to girls — 48 to 32 — in the senior class. AWARD RECIPIENT. Robin Parrack holds they were seated separately on the stage. her honors scholarship to Northeastern Jr. College. Graduation 49 50 Academics division page CAN A SURVIVAL MANUAL SAVE THE HELPLESS MATHEMATICIAN? Ann Becker cannot be helped, not even by her M l 24 survival manual she has already died of boredom. Easy on the mind Ah — summertime in the rockies: blue sky. fresh air, sunshine and those bumbling turkeys. The first month isn’t bad. the second is tolerable, but by late August, most students are ready to return to the regular routine of school and homework. The first week of school is time for talking to friends, and to assess the year’s schedule and determine how hard the classes are. Easy classes were by far the favorite — art. band and other electives being very popular, but in every schedule there had to be one stinker” like American Cultures or government By the end of the first quarter, most students were ready to go back to that awful summer job. It seemed that as quick as it began, it was over, the last week of May and the last week of school. Time to say goodbye to the seniors and a lot of friends, sign yearbooks, and finally check out of school. Although academics is the reason schools are built, it’s the part of school most would like to get rid of. But it’s like a ride on a roller coaster — the ride up the hill is murder, but once over the hill, it is exciting, and enjoyable, just like the academic part of being a student. YOU KNEW THE DEADLINE WAS TODAY. The haggard-looking yearbook editor Brad Smith attacks Louise McCarthy because of a missing page spread. Write on Are we almost done?” “I’m hungry.” “Can I go home? These are just some of the things heard on all those late Wednesday nights putting together the Mountaineer. All that hard work paid off though; the Mountaineer received an honorable mention for general excellence from Colorado Press Association, and was awarded its second consecutive Medalist from Columbia Scholastic Press Association (CSPA). The Medalist is the highest award given by CSPA. and in the nation for scholastic publications. The 77 Whispering Pine also took top awards from CSPA and received a gold medal from Colorado High School Press Association. It was a year of change. Two issues of the Mountaineer were expanded, and the former spring creative writing and photography contest was expanded to include all forms of art, literature and photography. Publications at EPHS is in trouble, though. There aren’t enough people signed up for the class next year, so it may be cancelled. LOOK. MA. NO CAVITIES. Betsy Burgess takes a minute from her tedious work to bare her teeth and show off that “Ultra Brite smile. NOW THAT'S INFLATION Brad Smith giggles hideously as he sells a Bobcat Trax for 5c to a shocked Bob Rutherford. Publications 51 IT’S STUCK! Sara Boles and Karen Dermody gawk as a volleyball is trapped in the divider net. Not much choice here In high school students finally get to choose their own classes, but for freshmen, it’s a limited choice. Most of their classes are required. With 21.5 credits required for graduation, freshmen are locked into taking classes that aren’t exactly required their freshman year, but if they’re not taken, trouble arises in future years. Physical science was a freshman’s first contact with data books and experiments that could have blown the ceiling up. Students in freshman English classes often found themselves still trying to write a coherent paragraph, while the back-to-basics bandwagon rolled ever onward. Going to another continent or finding oneself in the past was not uncommon for an hour a day in one of the many geography and history classes. Learning a new math language, such as basic or Fortran, was routine for many freshmen. And for freshmen interested in a new language besides Fortran, first year Spanish and French gave them their first taste of the exotics of a foreign language. Bending over doing calesthenics in P.E.. or bending over a typewriter learning the keyboard, many freshmen kept in tip-top shape. Freshman choices are limited, but they soon get better. CHEESE.Scott Stetson takes time out from his academic endeavors to smile at the camera. 52 Freshman academics Z-Z-Z-Z-Z. Angela Hertrich gets a little shut-eye during her math class. BOOKING IT Heidi Bigler, fortunate to have biology a year early, concentrates on one of her experiments. RIGHT THERE Mike Haughey cuts paper for his Spanish class pinata DRAT' Jim Dickinson attempts to get his typing paper in the correct spot Freshman academics 53 Greater class variety for sophs From biology to P.E.. classrooms vibrated with the energy of sophomores. Whether inspecting frogs or batting balls, the sophomores appeared to be completely satisfied with the classes offered them. The sophomore year is perhaps the busiest. For those involved in gathering credits for graduation, it amounts to just that. Then there are those who seem to think that the sophomore year is all fun and games. Well, time will tell, but the variety of courses offers educational experiences for the ambitious as well as the restless. Driver education prepared students for that day when driving a car is not only thrilling, but legal. The English courses available to sophomores mentally prepared eager students for the American language. The sophomore vocational unit, a required class, updated students on their I.Q.. job opportunities, and college information, basically dealing with decisions to be made in the near future. The French and Spanish classes offered a whole new field of linguistic knowledge for those bored with the English language. Typing provided a relief from using exhausted hands for writing lengthy assignments. For the artistically inclined, several art classes were offered. A wide selection of crafts was open to the students. The sophomore year. Only two more years to go. and it’s one of the best, gift-wrapped with numerous courses for nebulous students. I HAVEN'T EVEN STARTED YET. Joe Clements and Hans Ritschard inhabit the library as they begin work on their College Prep. English II research paper. 54 Sophomore academics AYE. AYE. SIR. During French II class. Ginny Burgess and Mindy Smith salute the photographer, as Laura Schroeder smiles dreamily on. AFTER HIGH SCHOOL. Students enrolled in the sophomore vocational unit (above) busily involve themselves in the exciting research of various occupations. TRUE LOVE? Melanie Wcyland (left) bestows a tender look on her pet frog as she prepares to come in for an attack, while dissecting in biology. Sophomore academics 55 A hard workin bunch Even though juniors had no required courses, most seemed to keep busy with classes ranging from Cultures and chemistry to first year programs at Voc-Tech. Eight juniors participated in the Larimer County Voc-Tech center, leaving early in the morning and returning after lunch for their last two classes. Though not involved in Voc-Tech, Cultures helped about one third of the juniors stay busy, especially during that dreaded week when research papers were due. With many electives available, most juniors were able to go their own way with the classes they wanted. Choir, band, and industrial arts provided an enjoyable break between the vigorous activities of the day. A greatly deserved break was needed before tackling the fifth and sixth hour advanced math and chemistry courses offered. Just as the Class of 79 was preparing to coast through their 56 Junior academics NATURE’S CHILD. Suzanne Mikel takes time to reflect on the values of nature during a creative writing field trip to Caribou. senior year, the administration increased the number of credits required to graduate from 20 to 20.5, and also mandated the six period day, spoiling all hopes of an easy last year. JE PARLE FRANCAIS. Third year French students Kathy Parrack and Jolcne Burke work busily on their assignments. PENCIL IN HAND Shon Dermody (left) takes time off to glance at the camera during a Drafting II class. PUCKER UP. Steve Laing (below) learns mouth to mouth resuscitation during an environmental awareness seminar. AGOG WITH GAS. Chemistry students Betsy Burgess. Dan Downs, and Tracy Atkins work CREATIVITY IN ACTION. In-depth thinking diligently on their methane gas separation experiment. prevails as Betsy Burgess works on the creative arts supplement for the Mountaineer. Junior academics 57 Down the homestretch Down the homestretch After years of school under their belts, seniors have become pretty set in their ways. If they have been known as good students throughout their years of high school, then they will surely do well in their last year. On the other hand, if they have been known as trouble-makers, then it will be no surprise to anyone if they are seen in the principal's office much of the time. Seniors are somewhat like computers in that they have become programmed into a certain way of life. They know what is expected of them. but whether or not they come through successfully is up to them. School is usually much less than appealing for the average senior. For some unknown reason, almost everything seems more important than doing schoolwork and just going to school. However, as Mr. Charlie Whiting often noted to seniors. You need me; I don’t need you. Unfortunately. that is the truth because American Government is the only required course for seniors. Many of the upperclassmen try to get the easiest loads possible for their last year of school. Physical education, band, and choir seem to be some of the classes favored by seniors. However, there are always a few people who need a little change in their lives. After 12 years of programming and having everything planned out for them, they must face an abrupt change. All of a sudden things are not as clear-cut for them as they were before. But just like everything else, as soon as this change has become a little bit natural, the pattern will begin once again. SENIORITIS Cindy Johnson (above) sits in hopes that graduation will come soon. TAKING A BREATHER Wide-eyed Lori Thorpe (right) pauses for a little daydreaming before resuming her publications work. 58 Senior academics COMPOSITIONS GALORE. Ms Peggy Cayton's CRACKING THE BOOKS. Barb Chrastil checks over her quadratic equations before turning them senior composition class works diligently on one of in to Mr. Snell, many assignments. CORRECTLY COMPUTED Dave Anstey is pleased with himself as he finishes his computer program. Senior academics 59 ELECTRONICS ACE Paul Michener takes time out to eye the photographer while he brushes up on his electronics. Working at learning MEASURING UP. Mark Charlson makes exact calculations to make sure everything is even on his drafting project. Imagine waking up at 6:00 in the morning, crawling out from under nice, warm covers, and wandering across the cold house towards the bathroom. After about 15 minutes your eyes have focused well enough to see the clothes that you are putting on yourself. After you are somewhat put together you climb into your car. drive to school, and wait for the bus to arrive. When it gets there, you settle into your seat with a pillow and a blanket, and then you pass out for the 40 mile trip to Fort Collins. If that does not sound like your idea of a good time, then it is a good thing you don’t attend Voc-Tech. At the beginning of the school year. 21 students from EPHS attended the Voc-Tech school: 18 boys and three girls. They participated in classes ranging from auto mechanics to horticulture. The main purpose of this school is to teach people a trade that they will be able to use for the rest of their lives. Senior Kathy Veile stated. “Going to Voc-Tech was a great experience for me. Not only did I learn about my subject, but I also became involved in what I was learning.” A good attitude seems to be dominant among those who attend Voc-Tech. The teacher-student relationships are excellent because of the small classes and the amount of time that they spend working together. The students also seem to enjoy their classes. Voc-Tech is a great way to learn providing that they offer the trade that you are interested in. It involves students who are willing to work to learn, and to learn to work. 60 Voc-Tech w SAFETY FIRST. Roger Jenkins (above) gazes through his safety glasses as he checks the condition of his machine. TREADING ALONG. Dan Butler (left) makes sure all the nuts and bolts are tight after putting on a new tire. Voc-Tech 61 'The Pride of Estes Park9 “The Pride of Estes Park kept up the tradition again to make it another award-winning year for the EPHS marching band. For the past two years, the band took top honors at the UNC homecoming parade and the Cinderella City parade. The band also won first place in their division and best band over-all from the Colorado Band Masters Maneuvering Competition. Money-making projects included all concessions at home games, a Valentine’s Day Dance and a garage sale, to raise funds for the Canon City Apple Blossom Festival marching contest. But to everyone’s disappointment. the festival was cancelled due to mother nature’s weekend accumulation of 30 inches of snow. The band performed a Christmas concert and winter concert for townspeople. In addition. 14 band members were accepted into the Welco Honor Band with four alternates also chosen. The pep band performed at many pep assemblies and the jazz band practiced regularly on Tuesday and Wednesday nights. They performed for various events throughout the year and competed at the Akron jazz festival. May 25 marked the conclusion of the band’s busy schedule, with their annual pops concert in the student center. HERE COMES THE PRIDE Rifle girl Tracy Atkins and flag girls Robin Parrack. Betsy Burgess, and Rebecca Wallace lead the marching band in the homecoming parade. 1. 2. 3 . . Members of the jazz band entertain fans during a basketball half time. Band DUELING PICCOLOS. Lisa Duel! and Jody Jenkins perform a duet at the winter concert WHEW' Mr. Charles Clark gives a smile of relief at the conclusion of the winter concert. PRECISION. The drum corps exhibits winning form at the homecoming parade. RESONANT REEDS. Clarinetists perform in Giovannini's Overture in B Flat. Band 63 ‘With a Voice of Singing’ Choir began and ended with a successful year, as 38 eager students, boasting all varieties of voices, enrolled in the fifth hour class. For those unable to participate in the choir during fifth hour, because of schedule conflicts, morning choir was offered, and eight members showed up before school to establish their role in the choir. As usual. Mrs. Claudia Irwin supervised the choir, and under her leadership, they put on three concerts, singing numerous and varied songs. They also spent two busy months preparing for the musical “Brigadoon.” which was a success as far as amateur musicals go. The monthly paper drives were continued, in correspondence with Eco-Cycle. and the money piled up in savings, supposedly for the choir trip in the spring, but the trip was cancelled because of a lack of participation, and it was decided that the money would be used for future activities. With the organization of show choir, the eight selected members sang for numerous groups and clubs in Estes Park, following the slogan “practice makes perfect.” Six members of the choir were chosen to participate in the Welco Honor Choir, and as April rolled in. the choir busily prepared for the state contest, singing three songs, and receiving all Two’s for their time and labor. As the year came to an end. the activities of the choir slowed down and came to a stop as everyone became entranced by the laziness of the approaching summer, and the heat of the brilliant sun made its presence known. YOU RANG? Mrs. Claudia Irwin (right) assumes a bored expression while barbecuing steaks for the choir picnic. FINAL PERFORMANCE. Under the direction of Mrs. Irwin, the choir (below) performs the spring concert on May 18. THAT'S ENTERTAINMENT Singing at the Stanley-Sheraton. members of the show choir entertain the Shriners. 64 Choir TIME OUT. Steve Laing. Rick Brines, and Todd Copper (above) take a break while practicing for the musical “Brigadoon.” WHAT A DAY! Suzanne Mikel and Carol Slizeski (left) concentrate on their music, while Cindy Acton sleeps on. MEMORIZE THOSE PARTS Mrs. Claudia Irwin poses in her day-by-day position of pounding the piano and practicing parts. Choir 65 It’s a fair deal Throughout the year French and Spanish Clubs busily worked on projects ranging from selling suckers and bake sales to teaching middle school kids. Both clubs had dinners in early September for election of officers. French Club’s president was Todd McIntyre, and vice-president was Robin Parrack. Spanish Club president was Gerry Hunt, and vice-president was Brian Hillyer. In October. French Club busied themselves with a raffle, and both clubs made floats for the homecoming parade. They traveled to the annual DU Foreign Language Festival, where outstanding awards were given to Spanish students Oscar Jiminez for singing. Rich Slizeski in art, and Chris Backstrum in the basketball toss. French student Ginny Burgess received an excellent rating for her piano solo. Both clubs joined in on the big project of the year — an all-Welco Language Fair held on May 20 in the student center. The fair featured programs of folk dancing, skits and songs presented by EPHS students and some from other schools, and booths selling everything from flowers and t-shirts to recipe books and ojos de dios. Both clubs set up cafes serving appropriate foods. Spanish club also sponsored a sopapilla walk and a pinata raffle. What did all this add up to? A successful year for French and Spanish Clubs, whose members were rewarded for their efforts with a lot of spending money for group trips and amusements. GETTING READY. Jessica Patterson. Judy Hofff. Kathy Parrack. Jolene Burke, and Mindy Smith (above) discuss decorating ideas for the French dinner. 66 Foreign language ALLEMANDE. Dos-a-do and swing your partner says Scott Pedersen as he dances with his favorite teacher. Miss Susan Morrow. HUNGER CONQUERS ALL. A hungry Robin Parrack (above) prepares to eat the Saran Wrap off the bowl before devouring the underlying salad. FINISHED PRODUCT. Bob Rutherford. Russ Whitney and James Tinsley display pinatas in the Spanish room. CREATIVITY AT WORK. Betsy Burgess. Bob Thompson, and Greg Austin (below) make a mess and a pinata as Mrs. Lee Ann Lee looks on. Foreign language 67 ACTIVITIES DISCUSSED. Members of the Mountaineering Club listen intently to the proposed climbs. BUSINESS AS USUAL. Mrs. Jeanine Jones shows FBLA members a new dance she’s made up. THOSE MAGNIFICENT MEN AND THEIR FLYING MACHINES. Aviation Club president Tom Denning suggests activities for the coming months. 68 Clubs and organizations. n A quiet year LOADS OF PAPERWORK. NHS Sponsor Marsha Snell hands Kelly Dermody a stack of papers to keep her out of trouble. Two new organizations, the Mountaineering Club and the Aviation Club, were added to the regular list of clubs this year, and they drew a few more into the club scene. For the most part, though, the clubs of EPHS didn't play a dominant role in student life. Most were rather inactive, but some things were accomplished by the various clubs in the school. The first of the two new addi- RAISE YOUR CAN OF POP UP HIGH Mountaineering Club president Mark Messenger gives a few pointers on climbing, while Mike Backstrum spies the camera and gives a striking pose. tions. the Mountaineering Club, was sponsored by Mrs. Claudia Irwin. They worked mostly on learning techniques, but later on tried them out on some hikes in the spring. Aviation Club, the other new group, was sponsored by Mr. Bob Slizeski. But being a new club, their activities focused more on learning about the different aspects of aviation, but next year they hope to visit some airports and do some actual flying. FBLA. one of the more active clubs, had two bake sales during the year, and also sold suckers to aid the hearing dog program, which was demonstrated at an assembly in February. They also sponsored Vocational Week. Feb. 5-11, and Secretary Appreciation Day, on which they presented Mrs. Priscilla King and Mrs. Ellen Downs with corsages, and also gave Mr. Gordon Rudel a birthday cake. National Honor Society didn’t make themselves known until April 3. when they selected worthy students for membership in the spring initiation. Spirit Club seemed to make a comback this year, and they worked hard in the football and basketball seasons filling busses to go see the games. As in past years, though, the clubs were a small part of students lives, as academics and sports seemed to keep them occupied most of the time. But the clubs were there, hovering in the background, and making occasional appearances as the students went along their busy way. Clubs and organizations 69 ON THE SPOT. Brad Smith. Brian Hillyer. Dan Downs, and John Kirk pose for a noncommittal shot in the student center. At easQ Easy come, easy go — the aspects of the year, and the patterns of the people. The arrival of new students, and the disappearance of others, an unending wave of population. The lazy days of sun and fun. homework, friends, and wasy things, ‘‘scattered pictures in the corner of your mind, memories of the times you’ve left behind.” Study hall blues, sleeping in the sun. lounging in the halls with a trusty can of ice-cold Pepsi or Mountain Dew. Talking with friends, devising new ends for mischievous trouble, a few ideas to pass the time during day-by-day sessions of freedom, invented by the EPHS students, patent pending. Dances, romances, long days and easier ways, adding up to the school year of 1977-78. The people who made it possible, their good times and bad, happy days and sad. are ahead. 70 People division page TWO BITS. Lindsey Kemper speculates on the advantages and disadvantages of being a male cheerleader. 688111 on tfftwn tlie The senior year was perhaps the best, but there were those days when nothing seemed to go right. Of course, the clouds always disappeared, and clear skies loomed ahead. Of the 75 seniors roaming the halls, 10 of them graduated at semester, escaping the hassles of school at an early date. About 5 new students enrolled in the class, braving the odds of their senior year in a new school. From homecoming activities to prom preparations, the senior class involved itself in band, choir, sports, various clubs, and the usual required courses. Despondent seniors passed the time in American Government, or for the more energetic. P.E. Memories of these special moments will always remain. The years will pass, but friends and the good old days will never fade. V FOR VICTORY. Abbie Smith displays a couple of fingers over Kathy Gavell. MEASURING UP. Russ Harvey grimaces in terror as Mrs. Priscilla King acquires bodily measurements for graduation cap and gown. Senior activities 71 f lie class that didn't care The class of 78 was not outstanding in any area. They consisted of the usual number of students and jocks, prudes and partiers, and artists and radicals, as did most other classes. What seemed to distinguish them from the others was their “I don’t care” attitude toward things. This was especially evident in the fact that less than ten members even bothered to pay their class dues, which went toward paying for color portraits in the yearbook. Seniors were requested to turn their pictures, activity profile sheets, and quotes in to the Whispering Pine staff. Most seniors didn’t even bother to turn in the materials, and the staff had great difficulty meeting the publisher’s deadline. But near the end of the year, it seemed that many of them had begun to care and plan for their futures. Half the class was planning to attend college, while five members would be joining the military service. RAH-RAH GIRL. Kathy Gavell shows how three years of being a cheerleader can tend to make one slightly nutty. Mike D. Anderson Jeff Boles Dan Downs Stefan Grady Mike E. Anderson Duane Burdick Ron Duell David Grewe 72 Seniors David Anstey Reese Cheney Daphne Estes Tim Hardister Mike Arnold Barbara Chrastil Katy Ford Russ Harvey Mike Backstrum Karen Cooper Dave Friedrick Brian Hillyer Ellen Baird Tracy Cudworth Kathy Gavell Donnie Houck Ann Becker Kelly Dermody Donna Gibson Gerry Hunt Roger Belleau Chris Dill Doug Goodin Charlotte Ingold Seniors 73 Seniors note outstanding memories The phrase senior year” had as many meanings as there were seniors to experience it. In underclass years each individual had his own expectations of what his year as a senior should be. but as time passed by. and the senior life became a reality, the feelings and connotations of the term senior” changed. For some, the year was a letdown. These people felt a great lack of motivation and boredom from being on top” in the school. There were those who disliked school so much that they couldn’t wait to graduate and get out into the world to work, go to college and move to a new place or situation, or just to be free of the bondage of high school, in which they felt they had suffered long enough. For others, graduation was something to be dreaded and feared. It meant the end of a secure life-style and the loss of friends and people whom they might never see again. But whatever the senior year meant to the different individuals, it was a time that will be remembered by all for years to come. The whispering Pine asked seniors to describe what their activities had been and what they would remember most about their high school years. The following are their replies: Ann Becker — “The people.” Donna Gibson — “My friends and the good times.” Robin Parrack — I’ll remember the relationships with my friends and teachers, the good and the bad points, and all the things that made up school.” Brenda Tibbits — Good times, getting out of chemistry, and losing money on Bronco games.” Roger Bclleau — “The long talks that I had with Danny on the basketball bench.” David Grewe — Getting loaded in school.” Lindsey Kemper — “The people, especially Brian Martens and Miss Morrow. It’s given me a chance to compete and has prepared me to extent for the outside world.” Doug Paglia — Picking on Copper and the fun I had drinking all that beer so we could have all the cans for Mr. Schmidt’s pyramid.” Scott Jandrain — This year’s homecoming dance; I got kicked out.” Dave Anstey — I’ll remember the “Bionic Bobcat” and all the chicks I almost went out with. And as people go. I guess I’ll remember Mr. Campbell and Mr. Snell and my real close friends.” Brad Smith — I’ll remember Der Oompahs. the Europe. Mexico, and the band’s Canon City trips, working on the yearbook, all my Joe-kind-of-friends and the squirrels.” Dennis Miller — The weekly trips to the valley to eat at McDonald’s and skipping class and never getting caught.” Katie Ford — I will always remember my friends and teachers and the fun I had competing in basketball and track.” Duane Burdick — The things I’ll remember most will be, of course, the good times and the good looking ladies. Besides that. I don’t want to remember anything.” Melody O’Dell — Mr. Campbell’s folk songs in American History class, driving to the valley on Friday and Saturday nights, and driving too fast without getting caught.” Doug Goodin — “Waiting four years to graduate.” Lori Thorpe — I’ll remember all of my experiences, good and bad, and all my friends and the crazy things we did, and getting kicked out of basketball.” Barb Chrastil — The people and how they acted toward everything. and sports.” Cindy Johnson — The trip to Mexico.” Leann Ramey — If I didn’t want to go, I didn’t have to.” Peggy West — “The really good teachers that made high school easy and fun.” Steve Theisen — “Getting out.” Ron Duell — “Liquefied lunches and being an Alky.” Russ Harvey — “The swim program and certain people. Ron Livesay — Mr. Rudel.” Bill Prescott — Parties and friends.” Brian Willcoxen — “Liquiefied lunches.” Kathy Gavell — “I will remember driving with Coach Black, all his stories and jokes, the fun, friends, and being rowdy.” Karen Cooper — “All my friends.” Rhonda Jurgens — “Friends, teachers.” Sue Rasmussen — “Sports, the administration, and good parties.” Craig Foote — “Getting kicked out of school and taking the football team’s quarterback with me.” Matt Heroux — Theater experience and friends.” Mark Mangelsen — Having such terrible luck in football and track.” Bill Reed — “All the lodos, graduation, and all the bull I had to put with from Mr. Volzer and Mr. Max in track.” Mike E. Anderson — “The smokey out goings, liquid lunches, being a radical, hassling teachers, and being a jock.” Dave Friedrick — All the good friends I’ve had. and all the good times we’ve had.” Brian Hillyer — “Mr. Volzer’s sick jokes, swimming, and the unfairness of the athletic coaches.” Todd McIntyre — Band, being in the school plays, and all the fun times I spent in high school.” Jack Rumley — “All the good friends an d the good times.” Tracy Cudworth — “I will remember my classes, friends, teachers, and coaches. I guess all the things that made high school good for me are the important ones to remember.” Kim Maher — The friends, cheering at the games, and screwing around during study hall.” Tammy Rumley — “Roger, my closest friends. Coach Black’s advice, and all the fun. crazy things we did and got away with.” 74 Senior copy BRONCO BOOSTER. Mike Backstrum reflects and reposes from the rigors of Broncomania in the student center. John Adams — “3:00 in the afternoon.” Kelly Dermody — “All the fun things I did with my friends.” Carol Slizeski — “All the new people and experiences that I never would have had before.” Mike Backstrum — “Getting caught 99% of the time I ditched.” Brian Clyne — “The ‘Nut Trail’ at my old school.” Gerry Hunt — “My junior year.” Oscar Jimenez — “Not being worried about everything when high school is over.” Tim Nichol — “All the good friends, teachers, the sports, the trip to Mexico, and the Extravanganza. Marc Smith — “The blizzard at the Akron Jazz Band Festival, the water fights in Canon City, and sabotaging Clark’s room in Pueblo.” Cherri Moore — “The good times.” Carl Stevens — “Dances, people, and the stubborness of the teachers.” Mark Noske — “Nothing. If I told you what I thought of this school, you wouldn’t be able to print it. Mike Arnold — “I’m trying to forget this place.” Reese Cheney — “Having to drink a ton of beer for Mr. Schmidt’s senior class award, which was a beer can pyramid, and loving every can of beer.” Stefan Grady — Jumping off the balcony at the Styx concert, liquid lunches, and marching band.” Brian Kamprath — “Voc-Tech.” Ellen Baird — “Ditching and getting in a lot of trouble. Denise Chaney — “Lousy cheerleaders and junior boys.” Dan Downs — “The nice long talks Roger and I had on the basketball bench.” Doug Pearson — “The school board always finding ways not to spend the school’s money. Jeff Boles — “Free periods and weekends.” Tim Hardister — “Roby’s poor cooking and the good times.” Cindy Waneka — “The still we built for making apple wine in Peggy West’s locker.” Charlotte Ingold — Because I have moved so much and been in a different high school practically every year. I’ll remember what a challenge it was to get used to different systems, make new friends, and last but not least. I’ll remember how lucky I was to get such a variety of studies and experiences. It was sometimes frustrating, but if I had to do it all over again, I would want to have it the same way. Mike D. Anderson — ‘I don’t know. Football I guess. Julie Stiger — “Graduating at semester and getting out as soon as I could.” Jean Meloney — Always ditching. but never getting caught, all my friends, all the parties and the good times.” Kathy Veile — “I’ll never forget breaking my wrist and not being able to play in the first volleyball match we won in three seasons. Abbie Smith — “I’ll remember all the ups and downs (believe me. there were a lot of them). I’ll never forget publications, because that’s the class I learned the most in. and Coach Black because he’s the person I learned the most from. Senior copy 75 Scott Jandrain Todd McIntyre Doug Pearson Bradley Smith Cindy Johnson Jean Meloney Leann Ramey Marc Smith Rhonda Jurgens Dennis Miller Bill Reed Julie Stiger Lindsey Kemper Cherri Moore Jack Rumley Kathy Swank John Kirk Tom Nichol Tammy Rumley Lori Thorpe 76 Seniors Ron Livesay Melodi O’Dell Sid Scott Brenda Tibbits v Kim Maher Doug Paglia Carol Slizeski Kathy Veile Mark Mangelsen Robin Parrack Abbie Smith Peggy West STUDYING. It’s hard to tell whether Duane Burdick is reading or just taking a nap during his fifth hour class. Seniors 77 (Activities MIKE D ANDERSON. Football, basketball, track. MIKE E ANDERSON. Student Council. E Club, speech, publications, choir, band. Thespians. Spanish Club, football, basketball, track, swimming. DAVE ANSTEY Student Council. E Club, stage band, publications, band. Spanish Club, football, basketball, track. Boys' state. MIKE ARNOLD. E. Club, football, basketball, track. MIKE BACKSTRUM. Student Council. E Club. band. French Club, football, wrestling, track. ANN BECKER. Student Council, spirit club. National Honor Society, band. Spanish Club, gymnastics. Girls’ State, ESA Outstanding Student Award. National Merit Scholarship Qualifier. ROGER BELLEAU. Student Council. E Club. National Honor Society, publications. French Club, basketball, golf. Boys’ State. ESA Outstanding Student Award. FCA. BARBARA CHRASTIL. E Club, spirit club, choir. Spanish Club, basketball, track, swimming. DAR Good Citizen Award. KAREN COOPER. French Club, spirit club, plays, choir, gymnastics, cheerleader. TRACY CUDWORTH. National Honor Society. French Club, basketball. KELLY DERMODY. Student Council, spirit club. E Club. National Honor Society. FCA. plays, choir. Thespians. Spanish Club, track, cheerleader, speech. DAN DOWNS. Student Council. E Club, stage band. band. Spanish Club, basketball, golf. Welco League Honor Band. ESA Outstanding Student Award, mariachi band. KATIE FORD. E Club, spirit club. FBLA. Spanish Club, track, volleyball. Outstanding Business Student Award. KATHY GAVELL. Student Council, spirit club. E Club. National Honor Society. FCA. plays, choir. French Club, track, gymnastics, class officer, cheerleader. DONNA GIBSON. Band, spirit club. STEFAN GRADY. Band, stage band, pep band. RUSS HARVEY. E Club, stage band, choir, band, track, swimming. BRIAN HILLYER. E Club, plays, band. Thespians. Spanish Club, football, track, swimming. GERRY HUNT. Student Council. Spanish Club, football, wrestling. CINDY JOHNSON. Student Council, spirit club. National Honor Society. FCA. Spanish Club, track. RHONDA JURGENS. Student Council, spirit club. National Honor Society, band. Spanish Club. Girls State. JOHN KIRK. Student Council. E Club. National Society, plays, publications, band, stage band. French Club, track, swimming, class officer, golf. Century III Scholarship alternate. RON LIVESAY. French Club. Spanish Club. KIM MAHER. National Honor Society, spirit club. FCA. plays, band. French Club, basketball, track, pom-pon girl. TODD McINTYRE. Student Council. E Club, plays, band. FBLA. show choir, choir, pep band. French Club, track, swimming, class officer, golf, stage band. Boys' State. Welco League Honor Band. DENNIS MILLER. Football, wrestling. CHERRI MOORE. Student Council, spirit club. National Honor Society. Thespians. Spanish Club, volleyball, mariachi band. TOM NICHOL. Student Council. E Club. National Honor Society, stage band. FCA. band. French Club, football, basketball, track, golf. MELODI O’DELL. French Club, spirit club, band, stage band, cheerleader. Rooftop Rodeo Queen. DOUG PAGLIA. Football, basketball, track. ROBIN PARRACK. Student Council, spirit club. National Honor Society, band. French Club, track, gymnastics, volleyball. DOUG PEARSON. Band, basketball, wrestling. LEANN RAMEY. E Club, spirit club. band. Spanish Club, volleyball. BILL REED. Football, track. JACK RUMLEY. Football. TAMMY RUMLEY. E Club, class officer. Spanish Club, gymnastics, wrestling matmaid. spirit club. SID SOCTT. French Club, track. CAROL SLIZESKI. Student Council, spirit club, plays, choir, swimming, class officer. ABBIE SMITH. Publications, basketball, swimming, volleyball. 78 Senior activities BRAD SMITH. Student Council. National Honor Society, stage band, plays, publications, choir, show choir, pep band, class officer. Boys’ State candidate, band. French Club. ESA Outstanding Student Award. MARC SMITH. Band, stage band. Welco League Honor Band. Akron Jazz Festival trophy winner. KATHY SWANK. E Club, spirit club. National Honor Society, band. French Club. Spanish Club, pom-pon girl. LORI THORPE. Student Council, publications. choir, band. French Club, basketball, volleyball, football statistician, search and rescue. KATHY VEILE. Student Council. E Club. National Honor Society. FCA. plays. Thespians. French Club, basketball, track, swimming, class officer, volleyball. PEGGY WEST. National Honor Society, speech. Spanish Club. French Club. Girls’ State. American Legion Oratory Contest. FOOTBALL FAN. Dan Downs lets out a triumphant cheer as the Bobcats score a touchdown during one of their many home games. DOG DAYS. Craig Foote, accompanied by a canine friend, reflects on the excitement of his senior year while lounging in the student center. Senior activities 79 Steve Abrames Tracy Atkins Greg Austin Dave Bair Sandra Batchelor Joy Baker Pat Banker Ron Bazman Wendy Bonno Troy Borron Toni Brown Betsy Burgess Jolene Burke Dave Bush Dan Butler Ray Carlton Bonnie Casey Shawn Chadwick Jon Charlson Flint Cheney Shayne Copper Tim Crowley Teri Culver Clayton Davis Mark Denning Tom Denning Sharon Dermody Shon Dermody Merry DeWitt Carol Duell Craig Duell Lisa Duell Steve Dunker Glenn Dunmire Steve Durnal David Fisher Doug Gardiner Sandy Gugler Mike Hardister Lisa Harvill Rainer Hertrich Kris Hintz Judy Hoff Dave Holland Annette Houck Dave Houtz Jodie Hughes Chris Ingold Mary Janosec Jody Jenkins Roger Jenkins Susan Kilbourn Susan Kingswood Jackie Knutson Keith Kofford Dave Laessig Steve Laing John Lauce Mark Lovenburg Karen Maitland Mike McCarey Louise McCarthy Mark Messinger V_________________) Still num'ber one The Class of 79 again started the year off on a bright note, winning the homecoming float competition for the third straight year, and also capturing first in the hall decorations. The juniors were kept busy with various money-raising projects, ranging from selling steak knives to a car wash to raise enough money for prom. They pulled all stops as they threw the most expensive and one of the better proms in EPHS history. The juniors were led by president Ron Bazman. vice-president Greg Austin. Michelle Rejeske as secretary-treasurer. and Jim Radcliffe, representative. The Class of 79 will be the first class to go all the way through the new building, following completion of their senior year. The Masonic Lodge named Tracy Atkins and Shon Dermody as recipients of the annual outstanding achievement award, given each year to a junior girl and boy. Newly elected president Steve Laing plans to keep the Class of 79 busy with various projects and activities. Other new officers, vice-president Greg Austin and secretary-treasurer Jolene Burke, share the same ideas. John Meyers Suzanne Mikcl Scott Miller Ken Moody Kristine Mouras Melanie Murphy Pat Murray Kathy Parrack Jessica Patterson Scott Pedersen Bob Pinson Andy Puszman Jim Radcliffe Linda Ramey Michelle Rejeske LaDonna Robinson Bob Rutherford Dennis Schlarbaum Kevin Schumaker Paul Sharo Rick Shilhan Dan Sinner Michele Snyder Kelli Spaur Carol Swickard Ole Sykes Dolores Theisen Russ Thomas Bob Thompson Steve Thomson James Tinsley Kim VanHorn Bart Verry Phillip Wagner Rebecca Wallace Russ Whitney Cris Youngheim Cindy Younglund V Juniors 81 Movin' on wiilt fhe Class o{ '80 Slowly but surely, the Class of 80 has pushed its way toward the top. Consisting of 110 rowdy sophomores, the class made its presence known in a number of ways. They received a second place in the homecoming float competition, tying with the freshman class. Keeping their energetic bodies busy, they continued through the year. The ESA Outstanding Student Awards were presented to Ann Houtz and Biff Stearn. Of the 12 new members initiated into the National Honor Society, nine of them were sophomores. Led by Ginny Burgess as president. the class sold Bobcat jackets as a means of scraping in the money. They also sponsored a bake sale, bringing dollar signs to the treasury, and a headache to the treasurer. Jan Johnson. The class representative was Adam Arnold. r Cindy Acton Pat Adams Adam Arnold Jeff Arnold Terry Atkins Steph Austin Karen Baar Chris Backstrum Sue Becker Debbie Birdsong Sherry Bonno John Brandly Rick Brines Linda Burcaw Ginny Burgess Cindy Burke Kathi Bush Carla Caldwell Jodi Carlson Terri Carney Ann Carpenter Neil Casey Tara Castle Corinne Cheney Joe Clements Ray Comeau Mark Cross Maria Davies Cliff Davis Nancy Downs Peter Dunmire Peggy Durward Jim Dykes Stephanie Ebcl Boli Emch Starla Engclhardt Debby Essex Jim Evans Julie Ford Joel Fredrickson Dan Grogan T.J. Hanes 82 Sophomores f Theresa Hennig DeAnn Herman Heidi Hcroux Greg Hertrich Ann Houtz Paris Hunt Tim Jacobs Jan Johnson Gregg Jurgens Hans Kell Peggy Kelly Dave Kemmer Lori Kemper Brad Kcmpncr Kathy Kendrick Martha Kilbourn Kirk Kofford Kevin Kvols Kristi Leonard Mike Livesay Karun Lyngholm Kim Mabie Kelly Maher Sandy McFann Cindy McLaren Kim Moody Anita Moore Julie Muir Laura Muirhead John Murphy Suzy Nichol Dianne Normali Mark Odell Mike Odell Mark Pallissard Jim Pinson Ken Porter Lisa Pugh Hans Ritschard Rodney Rudel David Rudisell Sharon Rumlcy Laura Schroeder Sue Shilhan Maria Sicbcnaler Cathy Sinner Rick Slizeski Mindy Smith Scott Spaur Biff Stearn Frank Stetson Dion Termin Van Truel Larry Tyson Sandy Van Camp Dale Vinzenz Susie Wells Melanie Weyland Joni Whitehurst Bo Williams Connie Wittig Lynne Yancey Thumper Young V y Sophomores 83 r Cheri Albrecht Joe Baker Mark Bana Stanley Beckman Heidi Bigler Michael Bolas Sara Boles Jerry Boomsma Linda Brandly Nancy Burgess Lori Cazan Bradley Chrisman Ann Clements Todd Copper Valerie Crowley David Denning Karen Dermody James Dickinson Debra Dike John Doblcr Renee Dragon Daniel Dull David Durnall Chris Ensminger James Flynn Gail Fredrickson Lisa Friedrick Michael Gardiner Kevin Goracke Carcn Grady Colleen Grady Suzanne Greenfield Keri Halsey David Hanes Elizabeth Harding Terri Harvill V J T� acK of spirit marks class of ’81 The Class of 81 finally made it to high school. Not quite sure of themselves yet. the freshmen class showed a considerable lack of participation and spirit in the pep assemblies and games. Adding to the lack of participation. was the lack of concern of their class. It seemed you could find more freshmen out in the smoking area during class meetings than in the meetings. Although not doing very many money making projects, the class pulled themselves together enough to have a bake sale in January. The freshmen students receiving the ESA Outstanding Citizen Awards this year were Kathy Theisen and Brad Chrisman. Adding more smiles to the class was the tying of second place for their float and third place for hall decorations during homecoming week. The freshman class was smaller than the previous one-93 students. Class officers were president-Linda Brandly. vice-president-Laura Rejeske. treasurer-Ty Ricker. secretary-David Denning, and class representative-Kevin Goracke. 84 Freshmen ■ ' Michael Haughey Janie Hawkins Sandra Hcmmcr Shamane Herman Angela Hertrich Carol Hinton Cynthia Hockelberg Kelly Hutchins Jill Jandrain Joyce Ja nosec Carcn Jensen Anne Jochcms Arnold Johnson Richard Kearney Martha Jo Kemmer Deborah Kenyon Edward Kestcr Lisa King Whitney Kinkade Jennifer Knutson Stacy Laing Jeffrey Legler Kerwyn Mabie Robert Matherne John McBride Montgomery Mehlhor Elizabeth Menning Laura Messinger Richard Michener Michael Miller Tammy Norman Eric Northcutt Alan Nugent Stephen Osborn Mary Patterson Clifford Putney Jerry Rcdmcn Laura Rejcskc Jeffrey Ricker Wcyland Russell Stan Sallee Cheryle Schwery Lance Siebert Kevin Smith Todd Smith Gregory Stetson Brenda Swickard Kathleen Theisen Chad Thomas Gary Thorpe Karen Van Beber Lora Wagner Leslie Wiemers Mark Willcoxen Daniel Williams Nick Willocks V J Freshmen 85 SCHOOL BOARD MEETS. Members of the school board grapple over a new discipline policy. 3TCJI evaluation tops {acuity agenda As the school year began. Mr. Rudel noted at an all-school assembly some facts about the upcoming year. One of his strong points was to let the student body know how he felt about the faculty. He stated that an adequate and superior faculty would occupy the rooms of EPHS. The faculty members, along with everyday work, became involved in time-consuming extra duties. Sponsors were needed for dances and clubs; coaches had to pull the teams together, and every member of the faculty was on at least one committee in preparation for the North Central Accreditation (NCA) evaluation team. The team, which consisted of 16 members from different schools in Colorado, visited EPHS from April 17-21, and left a report which offered constructive advice on all aspects of the high school. One of the NCA’s major criticisms was the apparent high faculty turnover. This year it appears doubtful that more than one high school teacher will be leaving the school system. As the school year ended and summer arrived, another round in the continuing salary dispute between faculty and school board played itself out. The school board changed its normal policy of negotiating at a mutually agreeable time, and decided to meet on June 5. even though the Estes Park Education Association had not agreed to such a date. Mr. Herb Wenger Superintendent of Schools Mrs June Patten Director of Business Services Mrs. Jan Fletcher Secretary to the Superintendent 86 Administration NCA ARRIVES. Superintendent Herb Wenger, second from right, greets NCA members at the April 17 banquet. Mr. Gordon Rudel High School Principal Mr. Perry Black Assistant Principal. Driver Education. Head Football Coach Administration 87 Mr. Lynn Campbell U.S. History. American Cultures, Economics Mrs. Ann Day English I and II 88 Faculty SECOND SEMESTER CHECK. Mr. Rudel and Mr. Black confirm students' second semester schedules. Mr. George Carlson Physical Science. Head Wrestling Coach. Assistant Football Coach Ms. Peggy Cayton Collete Board Grammar. Composition. English Mr. Charlie Clark Band.Jazz Band Mr. Frank Faiella Drafting. Multi-Coop Mr. Tom Hardgrove Biology Mr. Dale Harmon English II and III NCA COMMITTEE MEETING. The Student Activities Committee prepares for the North Central visit. ----------------------------- E?9(S recertified1 Late in May. EPHS received notice from NCA of its recertification. The NCA team offered advice on developing written courses and designating a departmental chairman, especially in the English department. Other comments included an excellent program of studies, whose main source of strength is the staff of teachers and administrators.” The report concluded that Estes Park is a good high school.” v ________________________________ Mrs. Terry Huck Librarian. Assistant Volleyball Coach Mrs. Claudia Irwin Choir. Guitar. Psychology. First Aid Mrs. Jeanine Jones Typing. Shorthand. Office Practice. FBLA Sponsor Mr. Bob Keith English. American Cultures. Publications Advisor Mrs. Paula Laing Drawing. Ceramics. Anthropology and Art Mrs. Lee Ann Lee Spanish. Spanish Club Sponsor Mr. Don Magnuson Anthropology and Art. World History. Geography Mr. Brian Martens Woodworking. Assistant Football and Track Coach Faculty 89 ADIOS. Mrs. Lee Ann Lee bids farewell to Estes as she readies for a summer in Spain. Mr. Jerry McMurry Guidance Counselor Mr. Bob Slizeski Air Space Science. Math. Aviation Club Sponsor Miss Susan Morrow French. English. French Club Sponsor Mr Dennis Snell Algebra. Advanced Math. Head Basketball Coach. E-Club Sponsor Mr Bill Schmidt Math. Metal Shop Mrs. Marsha Snell Typing. General Business. FBLA and NHS Sponsor Miss Joan Siudzinski Physical Education. Volleyball, Girls' Basketball. Track Coach Mr. Bob Volzer Chemistry. Physics. Assistant Basketball and Track Coach 90 Faculty GOURMANDS. Mr. Keith. Mr. Rudcl. and Mr. Campbell exchange pleasantries over lunch. Mr. Charlie Whiting American Government Mr. Jim Williamson Miss Monica Wolfe Physical Education. Golf Coach. Special Education Assistant Girls- Basketball Coach Mrs. Betty Cudworth Guidance Secretary Miss Millie Davis Study Hall Aide Mrs. Joan Atkins Substitute Teacher Mrs Gladys Kell Substitute Teacher Mr. Bill Moran Substitute Teacher Faculty 91 OveruorKetf and underpaid Many non-certified personnel helped out at EPHS. Most were overworked and underpaid, while a few never figured out how to work. After working faithfully for eight years at EPHS. Mrs. Priscilla King and her husband will move to Fort Morgan, where Father King will be the priest of St. Charles the Martr Church. I feel it is time to leave, but like every change, it's difficult. I am going to miss many things, mostly the kids.” stated Mrs. King. Another change was the addition of Mrs. Ellen Downs to the staff. Mrs. Downs has found out that the job of secretary isn't just being a secretary; it’s much more. A part of the staff which was not different from any other year was the turnover of janitors EPHS went through. This year the lucky number was five. An unusual happening which occurred in the janitor section was the alleged attack on George Varner, as he was emptying trash behind the school. In their 17 years with the Estes Park School District. Mr. and Mrs. Carl Roby have seen many changes. “In our beginning years of cooking. 85% of the students enjoyed and liked our casseroles, and main dishes we cooked. Nowadays we don’t know what the students really like or want, except for the a la carte line.” noted Mrs. Roby. Not having any objection to the a la carte line. Mrs. Roby, however, feels it leads kids to have poor eating habits, but she realizes it’s what they want and how they probably cat anyway. Mrs. Roby also commented on how she is going to try to get more healthful foods into the a la carte program next year. Nurse Connie Goracke is also a part of the non-certified staff. According to Mrs. Goracke. the majority of her work occurs up at the middle school, as the students there have quite a few more illnesses and accidents. According to Mrs. Goracke. her job consists of more than just taking care of sick and injured students. The job involves a lot of parent contact, along with the filling out of medical and health forms, and KEEPING BUSY Always finding something else to do. Helen Schone (above) mixes a batch of frosting. FLIPPING BURGERS Enjoying his work. Mr. Carl Roby (right) prepares lunches daily for students. testing for vision and hearing. Mrs. Goracke also noted how she would like to be able to help teach subjects such as health education, nutrition, grooming, and sex education. but according to her. these subjects have not been requested. 92 Service personnel BOBCAT BOOSTER. Mrs. Priscilla King corrects the players names on a basketball score sheet. a minute from her busy day to relax. TRAVELING NURSE. Mrs. Connie Goracke. who divided her time between the middle school and high school, checks the pulse of her pen. Service personnel 93 REFLECTING. Louise McCarthy contemplates the year gone by and speculates on another year yet to come. Easy, but anxious The school year closed in a quiet and typical fashion with students shooting each other with squirt guns and teachers and the school board still agruing over salaries. The busy month of May had been a snowy one which seemed to forestall the outbreak of spring fever in many. Students were kept so busy with extra-curricular activities that there was hardly time for academic assignments, such as compositions and research papers. May was the time for track meets, intramural volleyball games, and practices for the newly-established baseball team. Besides the talent show and choir and band concerts, everyone was kept busy preparing for the prom, attending class and club picnics, and hunting for summer jobs. May was a particularly hectic time for seniors, as senioritis and excitement for graduation made school less than appealing for them. Sending announcements, trying on caps and gowns, and practicing for graduation caused some difficulty, while attempting to maintain good grades during the last few weeks of school. The year’s easy atmosphere was filled with anxiety as students planned for the summer and con- sidered their next year of school, and seniors looked forward to a new way of life — either working or attending college. And now the year is done and but a memory. As the final office dues were paid and the doors were chained closed, we each went our own separate ways anticipating our futures. 94 Closing Index Abramcs. Steve - 7.23.80 Acton. Cindy - 42.47.65.82 Adams. Jon - 48.74 Adams. Patrick • 82 Albrecht. Chcri - 84 Anderson. Mike D - 7.12.45.48.72.75.78 Anderson. Mike E. - 6.7.25.48.72.74.78 Anstey. David - 5.7,36.48.59.72.74.78 Arnold. Adam - 7.35.38.82 Arnold. Jeff • 19.25.36.82 Arnold. Mike - 6.7.24.25.36.37.48.73.75.78 Asbury. Tim - 96 Atkins. Mrs. Joan • 91 Atkins. Terry - 27.36.82 Atkins. Tracy • 11.19.27.36.37.46.57.62. 80.81 Austin. Greg • 7.14.67.80.81 Austin. Stephanie -11.36.82 Baar. Karen • 82 Backstrum. Chris - 7.66.82 Backstrum. Mike - 7.22.23.48.69.73.75.78 Bair. David - 80 Baird. Ellen - 48.73.75 Baker. Joe - 7.23.84 Baker. Joy - 80 Bana. Mark - 36.84 BAND - 62.63 Banker. Pat • 80 Batchelor. Sandra - 31.36.80 Bazman. Ron - 7.38.80.81.96 Becker. Ann - 48,50.73,74.78 Becker. Sue - 82 Beckman. Stan - 7.23.84 Belleau. Roger - 8.25.35.48.73.74.78 Bigler. Heidi - 8.53.84 Birdsong. Debbie • 82 Black. Mr. Perry - 7.28.29.87.88 Bolas. Mike • 84 Boles. Jeff - 48.72.75 Boles. Sara - 52.84 Bonno. Sherry - 4.82.96 Bonno. Wendy - 36.80 Boomsma. Jerry - 84 Borron. Troy • 80 Boyle. Mr. Pat - 10.24.35 BOYS' BASKETBALL - 24.25 Brandly. John • 7.24.35.82 Brandly. Linda - 84 Brigadoon - 32.33 Brines. Rick - 65.82 Brown. Toni - 11.80 Burcaw. Linda - 82 Burdick. Duane - 72.74.77 Burgess. Betsy - 32.51.57.62.67.80.96 Burgess. Ginny - 55.66.82 Burgess. Nancy - 84 Burke. Cindy - 82 Burke. Jolcnc - 47.56.66.80.81 Bush. David - 8.21.80 Bush. Kathi - 36.82 Butler. Dan - 61.80 Caldwell. Carol - 82 Campbell. Mr. Lynn - 77.88.91 Carlson. Mr. George - 7.22.23.88 Carlson. Jodi • 82 Carlton. Ray - 80 Carney. Terri - 82 Carpenter. Ann • 27.82 Carvell. Eric - 6.7.13.48.96 Casey. Bonnie - 80 Casey. Neil - 8.9.16.23.35.82 Castle. Tara - 36.82 Cayton. Ms. Peggy - 59.88 Cazan. Lori - 84 Chadwick. Shawn - 80 Chancy. Denise - 48.75 Charlson. Jon • 80 Charlson. Mark - 60 CHEERLEADERS - 34 Cheney. Corinnc • 27.82 Cheney. Flint - 80 Cheney. Reese - 48.72.75 CHOIR - 64.65 Chrastil. Barb - 36.37.48.59.73.74.78 Chrisman. Brad • 84 Clark. Mr. Charles - 12.31.63.88 Clark. Jackie - 31 Clausen. Sam - 21 Clements. Ann - 84 Clements. Joe - 35.54.82 Clyne. Brian - 35.48.74 Comcau. Ray - 82 Cooper. Karen - 10.14.34.48.73.74.78 Copper. Shaync - 7.22.23.80 Copper. Todd - 7.17.65.84 Cross. Mark - 7,82 Crowley. Tim - 7.80 Crowley. Val - 36.44.84 Cudworth. Mrs. Betty - 18.91 Cudworth. Tracy - 26.27.48.73.74.77.78 Culver. Teri - 39.80.96 Davies. Maria - 82 Davis. Clay - 80 Davis. Clifford - 82 Davis. Miss Millie • 31.91 Day. Mrs. Ann - 88 Denning. David - 84 Denning. Mark - 5.7.38.80 Denning. Tom - 7.38.68.80 Dermody. Karen - 10.27.36.84 Dermody. Kelly - 14.36.43.48.69.73.74.78 Dermody. Sharon - 10.26.27,36.37.80 Dermody. Shon - 25.36.57.80.81.96 Dewitt. Merry - 80 Dickinson. Jim • 7,35.53,84 Dike. Debbie - 84 Dill. Chris - 73 Dobler. John • 84 Downs. Dan - 24.25.31.35.46.48.57.70. 72.75.78.79 Downs. Mrs. Ellen • 69.92.93 Downs. Nancy - 82 Dragon. Renee - 84 Ducll. Carol - 11.39.80 Duell. Craig - 80 Ducll. Lisa • 63.80 Duell. Ron - 43,48.72.74 Dull. Dan • 84 Dunker. Steve - 80 Dunmire. Glenn - 6.7.80 Dunmirc. Peter - 7.21.36.82 Durnal. David - 36.84 Durnal. Steve - 8.9.25.36.37.80 Durward. Peggy - 27.82 Dykes. Jim - 6.7.24.25.36.37.82 Ebcl. Stephanie • 36.37.82 ELECTIONS - 38 Emch. Boli - 82 Emch. Dcvcy - 36 Engelhardt. Starla - 82 Ensmingcr. Chris - 7.23.84 Essex. Debbie - 82 Estes, Daphne - 48,72 Evans. Jim - 7.36.82 Faiella. Mr. Frank • 88 Fisher. David - 7.80 Fletcher. Mrs. Jan - 86 Flynn. Jamie - 7.36.40.84 FOOTBALL - 6.7 Foote. Craig - 18.48.74.79 Ford. Julie - 38.82 Ford. Katie - 36.37.48.73.74.78 Frederickson. Gail - 84 Fredcrickson. Joel • 7.82 Friedrich. David - 36.48.73.74 Friedrich. Lisa - 84 Garcia. Bill • 96 Gardiner. Doug • 21.35.46.80 Gardiner. Mike - 8.23.84 Gavell. Kathy - 10.34.36.37.48.71.72. 73.74.78 Gibson. Donna - 48.73.74.78 GIRLS’ BASKETBALL • 26.27 Godesiabois. Mrs. Dee - 5 Goodin. Doug - 36.48.73.74 Goracke. Mrs Connie - 92.93 Goracke. Kevin • 7.23.84 GRADUATION - 48.49 Grady. Caren - 10.75.84 Grady. Colleen • 84 Grady. Stefan - 2.3.18.46.48.72.78 Greenfield. Susan - 84 Grcwc. David - 72.74 Grogan. Dan - 35.82 Guglcr. Sandy - 11.15.27.33.80 Halsey. Kerri - 84 Hanes. David • 84 Hanes. T. J - 82 Hardgrovc. Mr. Tom • 46,88 Harding. Beth - 84 Hardistcr. Mike - 16.80 Hardister. Tim • 7.48.72.75 Harmon. Mr. Dale - 88 Harvey. Russ - 21.48.71.73.74.78 Harvill. Lisa - 11.39.80 Harvill. Terri - 84 Haughey. Mike - 35.53.85 Hawkins. Jane - 85 Hemmer. Sandy - 85 Hennig. Theresa - 11.83 Herman. Deann - 83 Herman. Shamane - 10.85 Heroux. Heidi - 36.83 Hcroux. Matt - 21.32.33.48.74 Hertrich. Angela - 20.53.85 Hcrtrich. Greg - 83 Hertrich. Rainer - 80 Hillycr. Brian - 15.21.66.70.73.74.78 Hinton. Carol - 85 Hintz. Kris - 80 Hockclberg. Cindy - 85 Hoff. Judy - 46.66.80 Holland. Dave - 8.9.36.80 Holthaus. Bob - 20 HOMECOMING - 11.12 Houck. Annette - 34.80 Houck. Donnie - 48.73 Houtz. Ann - 34.36.38.83 Houtz. Dave - 7.36,80 Huck. Mrs. Terry - 89 Hughes. Jodie - 34.80 Hunt. Gerry - 7.23.48.66.73.75.78 Hunt. Paris - 7.83 Hurt. Greg - 20 Hutchins. Kelly • 85 Inglod. Charlotte - 7.48.73.75 Ingold. Chris • 7.80 INTRAMURAL VOLLEYBALL ■ 18.19 Irwin. Mrs. Claudia • 14.64.65,69.89 Jacobs. Tim - 83 Jandrain. Jill - 85 Jandrain. Scott - 48.74.76 Janosec. Joyce - 85 Janoscc. Mary • 27.80 Jenkins. Jody - 63.80 Jenkins. Roger - 61.80 Jensen. Caren - 85 Jimincz. Oscar - 21.48.66.75 Jochens. Anne - 39.85 Johnson. Mr. Bob - 21.28 Johnson. Cindy - 48.58.74.76.78 Johnson. Arnold - 7.85 Johnson. Jan - 11.26.27.83 Jones. Mrs Jeanine - 68.89 Jurgens. Gregg - 83 Jurgens. Rhonda - 48.74.76.78 Kamprath. Brian • 48.75 Kearney. Rick - 23.85 Keith. Mr Bob - 89.91.96 Kell. Mrs. Gladys - 91 Kell. Hans - 7.35.83 Kelly. Peggy - 83 Kcmmcr. David - 19.22.23.35.83 Kemmcr. Martha - 85 Kemper. Lindsey - 34.71.74.76 Kemper. Lori - 83 Kempner. Brad - 83 Kendrick. Kathy - 83 Kenfield. Mr Gary - 25 Kenyon. Deborah - 85 Kester. Edward - 85 Kilbourn. Martha - 83 Kilbourn. Susan - 80 KIMN Chicken - 31 King. Father Fred • 92 King. Lisa - 44.85 King. Mrs. Priscilla - 69.71.92.93 Kingswood. Susan - 43.80 Kinkadc. Whitney - 85 Kirk. John - 48.70.76.78 Index 95 Index Knutson. Jackie • 80 Knutson. Jennie - 85 Kofford. Keith - 8.9.36.80 Kofford. Kirk - 83 Kvols. Kevin - 83 Lacssig. David - 17.80 Laing. Stacy - 85 Laing. Steve - 7,16.36.38.44.56.65.80.81 Lauce. John • 80 Lee. Mrs. LeeAnn - 67.89.90 Legler, Jeff - 85 Leonard. Kristi - 83 Lieske. Sabine - 34 Livesay. Mike - 83 Livcsay. Ron - 48.74.77.78 Lovcnburg. Mark • 21.80 Lyngholm. Karun - 83 MacGregor. Muriel • 48 Mabie. Kerwyn • 7.85 Mabic. Kim - 36.83 Magnuson. Mr. Don - 89 Maher. Kelly - 83 Maher. Kim - 34.36.48.74.77.78 Maitland. Karen - 15.80 Mangelsen. Mark - 6.7.47.48.74,77 Martens. Mr. Brian - 7.18.19.36.45.89 Matherne. Bobby - 7.23.85 Max. Mr. Doug - 7.22.23.28.36 McBride. John - 85 McCarey. Mike - 14.80 McCarthy. Louise • 19.33.51.80.94.96 McIntyre. Todd - 21.32.48.66.74.76.78 McLaren. Cindy - 83 McMains. Val - 36 McMurray. Mr. Jerry - 90 Mclhorn. Monty • 23.85 Meloney. Jean - 75.76 Mcnning. Elisabeth • 36.37.85 Messinger. Laura - 85 Messinger. Mark - 35.69.80 Meyers. John - 81 Michener. Paul • 60 Michener. Richard - 23.85 Mikel, Suzanne • 32.56.65.81 Miller. Dennis - 48.74.76.78 Miller. Mike - 23.85 Miller. Scott - 22.23.81 Moody. Ken - 81 Moody. Kim - 83 Moore. Anita • 36.83 Moore. Cherri - 5.13.14.48.75.76.78 Moran. Mr. Bill • 91 Morrow. Miss Susan - 66.90 Muir. Julie • 36.83 Muirhead. Laura - 83 Murphy. John - 83 Murphy. Melanie - 2.81.96 Murray. Pat • 81 Nichol. Suzy - 8.9.34.36.37.83 Nichol. Tom - 3.24.25.36.47.48.75.76.78 Normali. Dianne - 83 Norman. Tammy - 85 Northcutt. Eric - 85 Noske. Mark - 75 Novak. Mike - 44 Nugent. Alan - 8.85 Nugent. Ted - 3.47 Odell. Mark - 36.40.83 O'Dell. Melodi - 34.48.74.77.78 Odell. Mike - 40.83 Osborn. 36.85 Pagano. Laurie - 48 Paglia. Doug - 6.7.18.36.48.74. 77.78 Pallissard. Mark - 7.35.40.83 Parrack. Kathy - 15.56.66.81 Parrack. Robin - 15.48.49.62.66. 67.74.77.78 Patten. Mrs. June - 86 Patterson. Jessica - 66.81 Patterson. Mary - 85 Pearson. Doug • 34.48.75.76.78 96 Index Pedersen. Scott - 2.7.36.66.81 Pinson. Bob - 61.81 Pinson. Jim - 7.22.23.45.83 Porter. Ken - 54.83 Potter. Carolyn • 48 Prescott. Bill - 24.25.48.74 PROM - 46.47 PUBLICATIONS • 51 Pugh. Lisa - 83 Puszman. Andrew - 36.81 Putney. Clifford - 85.96 Rabold. Mr. Jim - 92 Radcliffe. Jim - 7,17.18.81 Ramey. Leann - 48.74.76.78 Ramey. Linda • 81 Rasmussen. Sue - 48,74 Redman. Jerry • 7.85 Reed. Bill - 7.36.37.48.74.76.78 Reeder. Debbie - 7.16 Reeder. Sandra - 83 Rejeskc. Laura - 85 Rejeske. Michelle - 81 Ricker. Ty - 36.38.85 Ritschard. Hans - 21.54.83 Robinson. LaDonna - 34.81 Roby. Mrs. Bcrneice - 92 Roby. Mr Carl - 40.92 Rudcl. Mr. Gordon - 3.31.48.69.87. 88.91 Rudcl. Rodney - 7.36.83 Rudisell. David - 83 Rumley. Jack - 48.74.76.78 Rumley. Sharon - 11.23.83 Rumley. Tammy • 48.74.76.78 Russell. Wayland - 7.35.85 Rutherford. Bob - 3.30,51.67,81 Saldeen. Kevin - 7.48 Sallee. Shawn - 7.22.23 Sallee. Stan • 23.83 Schlarbaum. Dennis - 6.7.17.81 Schmidt. Mr. William - 90 Schone. Mrs. Helen • 92 Schroeder. Laura - 20,55.83.96 Schumaker. Kevin - 8.81 Schwery. Cheryl - 85 SCHOOL BOARD - 86 Scott. Sid - 48.77.78 Sharo. Paul - 81 Shilhan. Rick - 81 Shilhan. Sue • 83 Siebenaler. Maria - 83 Siebert. Lance • 85 Sinner. Cathy • 36.83 Sinner. Dan • 6,7.22.23.36.81 Siudzinski. Miss Joan - 10.11,26.27. 36.90 Slizeski. Mr. Bob - 69.90 Slizeski. Carol - 14.47.48.65.74. 77.78 Slizeski. Richard - 66.83 Smith. Abbic ■ 11.48.71.75.77.78. 96 Smith. Brad - 3.4.12.15.31.32.46. 48.51.70.74.76.79.96 Smith. Carey - 48 Smith. Marc - 48.75.76.79 Smith. Mindy - 15.55.66.83 Smith. Todd - 7.23.42.85 Snell. Mr. Dennis - 24.25.29.59.90 Snell. Mrs. Marsha • 69.90 Snyder. Michele 10.81 Spaur. Kelli - 11.26.27.81 Spaur. Scott - 7.16.23.83 Stearn. Biff • 8.83 Steele. Jeff - 31 Stetson. Frank - 7.83 Stetson. Scott - 7.52.85 Stevens. Carl - 48.75 Stiger. Julie - 48.75.76 STUDENT COUNCIL - 5 Swank. Kathy - 48.76.79 Swickard. Brenda • 85 Swickard. Carol - 27.38.81 Sykes. Ole • 21.81 Termin. Dion - 83 Theisen. Dolores - 81 Thciscn. Kathy - 27.85 Theisen. Steve - 48.74 Thomas. Chad • 23.85 Thomas. Russ - 7,81 Thompson. Bob - 67.81 Thomson. Mr. Herb • 35.48 Thomson. Steve • 8.35.81 Thorpe. Gary - 7.23.85 Thorpe. Lori - 11.26.27.48.58.74. 76.78.79.96 Tibbitts, Brenda - 48.74.77 Tinsley. James • 8.21.46,67.81 Trail-Gazette - 96 Truel. Van • 83 Tyson. Larry - 14,83 Van Bebcr. Karen - 85 VanCamp. Sandy - 83 VanHorn. Kim - 31.81 Veile. Kathy - 11.48.60.75.77.78.79 Verry. Bart - 8.17.81 Vinzenz. Dale • 7.17.83 Vinzenz, Nancy • 23 Volzer. Mr. Bob • 8.9.24.25.29.36.90 Wagner. Lora - 36.85 Wagner. Phillip - 81 Wallace. Rebecca - 34.62.81 Waneka. Cindy - 75 Wells. Suszic - 83 Wenger. Mr. Herbert - 48.86.87 West. Peggy • 48.74.77.79 Weyland. Melanie • 55,83 Whitehurst. Joni - 83 Whiteman. Mike - 31 Whiting. Mr. Charles - 58,91 Whitney. Russ - 8.21.67.81 Wiemers. Les • 85 Willcoxen. Brian - 25.74 Willcoxen. Mark • 85 Williams. Bo - 7.23.83 Williams. Dan - 7.23.85 Williamson. Mr. Jim - 8.27.29.91 Willocks, Nick - 23.85 Wittig. Connie - 83 Wolfe. Miss Monica - 91 WRESTLING - 22.23 Yancey. Lynne - 83 Young. Thumper - 17.83 Youngheim. Chris - 7.36.81 Younglund. Cindy - 7.81 Youngsters - 17 300 copies of the 1978 ‘‘Whispering Pine” were printed by Walsworth Publishing Company of Marceline. Missouri. Inside paper stock is 80 lb. enamel finish. Body type is Bookman. Cover and endsheet designs were drawn by Clifford Putney. The staff would like to thank Tim Asbury and the Trail-Gazette for some of the sports photos. Estes Park High School publications hold membership in Columbia Scholastic Press Association and Colorado High School Press Association. Staff: Editor - Brad Smith; reporters - Ron Bazman, Sherry Bonno. Betsy Burgess, Teri Culver, Shon Dermody. Louise McCarthy, Melanie Murphy, Laura Schroeder, Abbie Smith, and Lori Thorpe; photographers - Bill Garcia and Eric Carvell; advisor - Mr. Bob Keith.