Luverne High School - Cardinal Yearbook (Luverne, MN)

Text from Pages 1 - 160 of the 1979 volume:

CARDINAL IMIEVE IN- NINETEEN SEVENTY-NINE VOLUME 'i4 LUVERNE HIGH SCHOOL UIVERNE, MINNESOTA theme ________ 6 summer _____ . _____—.14 seniors ...__ 17 juniors sophomores ______-------—41 jr. high v——-----—---——49 sports________es uciioities ________-----113 teachers v__________—.— 139 administration -........ 143 closing T 'o the Students: Local beauty can be seen in two ways. First and most obvious is the physical beauty, scenery, land- scapes, and geography. Second and most impor- tant, however, is the everlasting beauty found in the people of our community through their pride, their spirit and their enthusiasm. This is what makes the school and you the students special in your own way. Your annual staff has tried to preserve the beauty of you and your school year, 1978-79, in the following pages. We hope these pages will remind you of our belief in each other and our- selves, and after paging through the book we hope you will agree in saying . . . I Believe. Senior Co - editors ■%� .. 11 I Xd- X vfv Xd U i U. . . I (ftiXeA t Z il . W+y-LCML Vfv uU UAI wwwfasvt- . . mmmmmmmmmmmJ fafrx4 t ci- VJ-CaJ- I Jd+OH ... I Believe Words and Music by Ervin.Drake, Irwin Graham, Jimmy Shirl, and A1 Stillman TRO—@ Copyright 1952 and 1953 Cromwell Music, Inc., New York, N. Y. Used by Permission 13 Theme -----The------ Summet; Rmit of 5utnmec Daze I believe in the summer KRAZE of summer DAZE.” Throughout the summer various events and activities took place. Some of the highlights were the movies, the Rock County Fair, trips to Sioux Falls, swimming, work, vacations and some great parties. The 1978 summer has proved to be a KRAZE, full of fun and excitement. 1. Dave Olson slacks off on tfte job. 2. Kevin Brandenburg proudly displays a hefty Northern Pike. 3. The water tower reflects daring marks. 4. Linda Brakke works at the pool. 5. Mary Gits, Jana Spease, Dave Hoffman and Jeff Menage smack some foosballs at Rips. 6. The Palace: Luveme's summer nightlife. 7. Audrey Arends works her summer away. 8. Joe Foerester, DaveOlson, Brad Snyders, and Dave Sammons inspect the new Luverne sign. rom Dew to dusk in Al's car. The seniors have finally reached their JL goal. As upper classmen they worked hard but still had many great times. Now it has ended , but the seniors have found many more challenges and goals to achieve . 1. Dew. 2. John Neutze takes time off as one of the football managers. 3. Al's car; usual place, common function. 4. Jill Holm and Barb O'Toole show their true identity. 5. Tami Busse and Paul Brehm have a frosting fight. S£N tOZ GMFftT 1 3 Theme saomas David Steven Audrey Paul Ault Baatz Baker Bakken Dear Seniors, Ever since the first day we've been together, the class of '79 has encountered a lifetime of experiences. From leaving home in kin- dergarten to going on a sixth grade field trip to St. Paul, Minnesota, to giving a fabulous Junior- Senior prom to the day we depart from the halls of LHS, the seniors of '79 have believed and trusted in one another. The effect these feelings have had and always will have are special to each and every one of the seniors, for without these emotions all the moments, both good and bad, would not have been as promising and meaning- ful. Like everything else all things must come to an end. Although we will probably go our separate ways, we believe these feelings will follow every individual in our class, and for this reason, We Believe in the class oi 1979. Diane Baustian Paula? Benson Jan Birdsey Terence Birkeland Timothy Sheila Karla Linda Elwin Birkeland Bittner Braa Brakke Brands We Believe . . . Why is it that when we reach the end, we suddenly find ourselves at the beginning? When we reach the top of our hill, and see the mountain we've yet to climb in it seems hopeless. Yet the or strength we've gained climbing our hill o helps us climb the mountain. And when we reach our ultimate heights ST cr and look down on how far we've come. o We can celebrate. Not the end •-hi of our progess but the beginning of our VO success. Luanne Tilstra iMl . . . in our little town Craig Michael Douglas Jeanette Sharia De Jongh De Splinter Deutsch De Vries De Vries Larry Domagala Debra Elbers Gary Foerster John Frahm 21 Seniors Laurie De Wispelaere Marilee Dorn Kevin Elbers Warren Elbers Timothy Ronda Frames Gacke Robert Stephen Gilman Gits Gilman Mark Lisa Brian Penny Michael Goebel iradert Granneman Gross Groth Darrell David Deborah Crystal Bradley Halvorson Hamann Haper Hargesheimer Harms 22 Seniors Kevin Robin Carolyn Thomas Sue Hemme Herman Hensel Herman Hilbrands 23 Seniors . . . and alot of good times Roger Joy Hoff Hoffman Jill Kimberly Holm Horn David Jackson Dawn Huiskes Gregg Jauert Cynthia Peter Jepson Jessen Wayne Lafrenz Rebecca Lammert Catherine Le Brun Sheila Karen Loger Lonneman Bryce Kenneth Mann Mann 25 Seniors Douglas McGuire Merlyn Meinerts Lora Moerke Daniel Nelson Terri Nath Colleen Jolene David Scott Neutze Obermoller Obermoller Olson Olson 26 Seniors Barbara 0'Toole Mr. Lloise Petersen Karen Oye Dew Keith Pike Clifford Kaak Bruce Predmore Jef frey Ranschau Kim Ripley Patricia Remme Douglass Roos Kathy Rosin 27 Seniors Marla Terry Scherff Schneekloth Larry Smith 28 Seniors Kathy Siebenahler Valerie Russman David Sammons David Sann ' Rundgren sports Susan Stordahl Curtis Swenson Bradley Snyders Linda Sneller Peggy Van Aartsen Luanne Tilstra Jody Swenson Douglas Van Heerde Connie Vander Vliet Patricia Vanderberg 29 Seniors . . . and in the future Jeffrey Van Hove Kevin Van Malsen Brenda Van Meeteren Shirley Van Peursem Nancy Van Kuler Brenda Wassenaar Amy Welch Allyson Jon Weller Wildung Carol Wynia 30 er rs CLASS PREDICTIONS These are your predictions based on the poll conducted during the year. Paul Brehm was named class success while Doug McGuire was selected as the most likely to fail. (Picture 1). Class jock and jockette were designated as Cliff Raak and Pat Vanderberg. (Pictures 2 and 3). Class nerd was no other than Tank Sanny. This picture illustrates that he is truly a no mind. (Picture 4). Our class honeymooners are Tami and Tim Knoll. (Picture 5). Finally, voted least likely to change was noon hours. These predictions were made by you and your classmates. Who knows, we iflight even be right. 32 AFS From Kiwi to Cardinal The Kiwi is a native bird of New Zealand. Also a native of New Zealand is this year's AFS student, John Neutze. During his stay in Luverne, John lived with the Melvin Melzer family. He was involved in various activities including choir, pops, track, and football manager. New experiences at LHS for Jonn were snow, football, cheerleaders, and driving on the wrong side of the road. Home for John is a small town called Geraldine. In New Zealand John's hobbies and interests in- clude golf, playing guitar, and working on a sheep farm during summer vacation. After returning home John's plans for the future are to work for six months and then attend the university to study physical therapy. 1. John records his experiences at Luverne in his diary. 2. John and his AFS family from left to right: Melvin, John, Bunny, FIFi, and Larry. 3. John and Ellie dance to Song Bird in pops. 4. John and one of his favorite pastimes, playing guitar. 5. John mixing chemicals in a chemistry lab. Bp believe ... in the class of '80 . . . and we believe we're (ill special. We play an important part in the activities at LIIS. As jun iors , we are major contributors to varsity sports, clubs, plays and se- nior high band and choir. We also exceeded all previous magazine sales to raise money for the junior-senior prom. With the future in mind, we, the cl?ss of '80, are making the most of our time together. Kandace Ailts Craig Anderson Roger Anderson Carol Baat? Kathy Aning Lori Baustain Audrey Arends Eddy Bennett Terri Birkcland Debi Bittner A| goisen Ron Briggs Above: Juniors spend their time together doing a variety of un- Todd Birkeland Loma Brooks 3-1 Juniors usual things. These juniors were seen playing out in the magazine sales. Her prize was an AM-FM eight track snow. Below: Paula Reisch was the top salesperson for juniors tape recorder. Brad Ykema Darcy Burmeister Launa Christensen Sand! Christensen Karli Daws Dave De Bates leanie De Bates Terri De Bates 35 Juniors Brian De Jongh Steve Den Herder Brenda DeSpJinter Jeff Dirks Sharon Domagala Joyce lyn Enger Jim Fick Pam Goeske Stew Granncman Dan Hamann Dean Hamann 36 Juniors Judy Fick Loray Gerloff Randy Frahm Dave Gilman Civ Green Kirk Hagberg Deb Hamann Diane Haper Keely Frakes Dan Jarchow Carrie Johnson Cathy Kjenslee Harvey Kruger Vickie Lass Diane Harrison Jennifer Holm 'Ttjmme Johnson Jodie Klosterbuer Randy Kuechenmeister Rich Latten Terrie Jungers Larry Kemerling Ivan Kooiker Sheri Kruger Paul Larson Arlen Klarenbeek John Lindstrom Kenny Lonneman 37 Jun iors Pete McCormick DeeDee McMeen Larry Melzer Kris Menage Dave Meyer Mike MitcheU Deb Moerke Sean Mulligan Todd Mulvihill Janet Nash 38 Juniors- Janet Oye Kary Nelson Ron Osenga Minh Nguyen Myron Lupkes Benita Manr Kevin Rasmussen Mike Rasmussen Curtis Pldim Mike Rath Pat Surprenant Diane Stroh Pam Nath Donna Swenson Bryce Niessink Bryan Pike Janet Oye Paula Reisch Jim Remme Kristi Roemeling Roger Rozeboom Stacey Schneekloth Tammy Shiikey Misti Stratton Rover Schomacker Darcy Siebenahler Pam Sehrv Greg Skyberg Janelle Severtson Mark Spease Georgia Shelton Kelvin Stoel 39 Juniors k r 7 0� w 1 Li. J 1 lf d iJJk h fp — 4 S Joe Swenson Tom Swenson Kiem Ta Jeff Thies Dean Tofteland Sonya Tofteland Arlyn Vande Kamp Nancy Van Der Brink Noreen VanderPoel John Van Hove Terry Vant Hof Audrey Van Wettering Bruce VerSteeg Mike Vrtacnik Sue Walgrave Greg Watts Mickey Welch Whitney Weller Mike Winter Cindy Wulf Beth Wyffels Karla Wenzel Kevin Wenzel SOPHOMORE S 02 K PL, Sophomores have many new experiences. For the first time they are involved in senior high dances, senior high student council, concert choir and concert band, not to mention involvement in sports and many clubs. That big day comes when one turns sixteen and makes that nerve- racking trip to the courthouse on that certain Wednesday. Then there are class rings to choose - not just a remembrance of the sophomore year, but a keepsake of all one's high school years at LHS. Row 1: Kurt Wenzel, Gloria Van Wettering, Pat Baustian. Row 2: Susan Vos, Shelly Zinnel, Brenda Winter, Tracy Wills, Tim Wethor, Janna Wynia, Kristi Wegner, Kevin Vande Hoef. Row 3: Mary Welch, Tim Winter, Daniel Wiese Mike De Bates, Anna Vos, Don Jacobsma. Row 1: Brant Israelson, Dave Hup, Todd Klosterbuer. Row 2: Bob Kooiker, Dan Johnson, Lisa Hughes, Robin Klooster, Melanie Johnson, Pam Jepson. Row 3: Paul Juhl, Dave Kindt, Mike Kraetsch. 43 Sophomores Top; Row 1: Beth Boelman. Row 2: Julie Baustian. Todd Brinkbouse, Iinda Brands, Mike Akkerman, Sue Brandenburg. Row 3: Marj Alexander. VerlynBouma, Terry Blom, Rich- ard Bolluyt, Debra Arnold. Below; Row 1: Charlotte Green. Row 2: Sarah Eoight, Craig Eiter, Mike Haakenson, Emmett Gangestad, Janice Pick, Jeff Elbere. Row 3: Dan Duffy, Randy Elilers, Vince Gacke, Ron Gonnerman, Mike Gilman, Maik Gath. Sophomores Pushing Onward At left; Row 1: Tami Van Batavia, Charlie Schmidt. Row 2: Loma Stroeh, Jane Thomp- son, Bob Toms, Mike Stroeh, Ann Siebert, Sherri Tofteland, Bonnie Van Aartsen. Row 3: Robin Stratton, Scott Valnes, Randy Umbreit, Dan Spartz, Andy Tofteland. Above; Row 1: Linda Matthiesen, Sheree Moeller. Row 2: Randy Maxwell, Duane Mark, Sheryl Gonnerman, Terri Lorenzen, Brenda Kuitz, Felicia Mohr, Lori Groth, Dan Meyer. Row 3; David Krug. f Picture 1: Row 1: Brenda Christensen. Row 2: Koni Dawes, Jolene Christensen, Todd Connell, Angie DeWispelaere, Peggy Oagoe, Teresa Claik. Row 3: Angie Dahlen, Debbie Deutsch, John Con- nell, Ann Buffington. Picture 2: Row 1: Duane Hamann. Row 2: Brad Harner, Robyn Hem me, Ricky Hawes, Chris Haycraft. Row 3: GaryHaper, Shawn Hatting, Kathy Huiskes, Darla Hansen, Kris Halvorson, Kim Hellwinckel. Picture 3: Row 1: Dave Narber, Kevin Oehlerts, Jenny Olson, Rondy Mulvihill, Mike Predmore. Row 2: Mark Scherff, Ricky Richters, Loren Overgaard, Dave Renes, Nadine Ossenfoit, Linda Potter, Nathan Rud, Or- lando Pluim. Row 3: Bryan Roemeling. Missing from sophomore pictures: Ann A rends, Lyle Auth- ier, Richard Bolluyt, Sue Bruynes, Amy Dougher- ty, Angie Hoiland, Amy Knoll, Doug LaFrenz, Jackie Medill, Tim Mulligan, Norm Sandbulte, Joel Smidstra, and Keith Swenson. 48 Sophomores FRESHMEN r 1 i he freshman year is the high- 1 light of junior high. It is then that one becomes a true member of LHS, for the freshman year is an active one. Classes are a little tougher, and sports become more involved. There are new oppor- tunities that they have never been allowed to have before: class elec- tives, Homecoming Royalty, cheer- leaders, and attending some senior high dances. And they are becoming even more involved in activities such as: band, choir, student council, and the many sports in which the freshmen participate in. Although the freshmen may be a little more hurried and life a little more hassled, it is also more exciting. The freshmen will find that they don't have to take life too seriously and learn to enjoy it all, for each year will be busier than the last and hope- fully more fun. Say good-bye to junior high. x px to A, Zc h0AA0AA 4... I C6f h4 Z o jv tooi i XcJ-Au. 1. Taking it easy in the Freshman hall. 2. Sandy Ffcey making a face. 3. Gina Dengler 4. Chatting at volleyball practice. 5. Noontime gossip. 6. Jr. High party. 7. Freshmen hall. 8. In the cafeteria. Freshmen are first in . . . Row 1: Left to right: Carrie Aanenson, Becky Anderson, Julie An- derson, Louanne Arnold, Heidi Baker, Matthew Barstad, Thomas Baustian, William Benson, Daniel Biever. Row 2: Becky Carroll, Terry Connell, Gina Dengler, Marcia Dorn, Denise Duffy, Pam Eidahl, Thomas Eisner, Thomas Fick, Tammy Fodness. Row 3: David Hartzler, Tamara Hatting, Todd Hess, Pamela Hinz, Dick Hocking, Sharon Hoff, David Hoffman, Sean Hughes, Patrick Hunter. Row 4: Melanie Lupkes, Matthew McCormick, Ann McFadden, Jeffrey Menage, Mark Merrill, Debra Mulder, Charles Mulligan, Darcy Mulvihill, Kimberly Murphy. Row 5: James Ripley, Lisa Ripley, Laurie Rust, Randy Schneekloth, Mark Sehr, Kent Skyberg, Jill Slieter, Ekenda Snyders. Row 6: Glenda Swen- son, Nga Ta, Linda Tingelhoff, Pamela VandeKamp, Daniel Van- dcr Poel, Michael Van Grootheest, Debra Van Meeteren, Howard Van Otterloo, Paula Van Wyhe. V7 i' Mark Sehr Tamara Hatting Joel Vink Sharon Hoff 52 Freshmen President Vice-President Secretary Treasurer SPIRIT! Row 1: Left to right: Rose Boll, Larry Bosch, David Bottorff, son, Oaig Niessink, Lori Obermoller, Allen Olson, Denise Pap, Stephen Bkiggs, Kelly Broer, John Buffington, Ralph Buss, Sharon William Rasmussen, Randy Richters. Row 5: Lynn Spartz, Jana Buss, Leann Buys. Row 2: Sandra Frey, Nancy Gath, Brent Ger- Spease, Daniel Stepp, Merecie Sterrett, Glen Stoel, Jodi Stolten- loff, Beth Gibson, Mary Gits, Michael Goembel, Karen Hansen, berg, Mary Surprenant, Bruce Swenson, David Swenson. Row 6: Robert Hargesheimer, Michael Harms. Row 3: Darrell Jacobsma, Joel Vink, Loren Vos, Barb Wacker, Elizabeth Walgravc, Thomas Richard Jeffer, Janet Johnson, Sandra Kalass, Debra Klarenbeck, Walker, Kirstin Weinman, Paulette Wenzel, Todd Wessels, Iori Brian Kraayenhof, Daniel Kruger, Paul Kruger, Denise Latten, Winter, Randy Wulf, Melanie Zwaan. Scott Lopau. Row 4: Craig Nekali, Dellcene Nelson, Ricky Nel- Todd Wessels Pat Hunter Brenda Snyders Bill Benson t Kelly Broer 2nd hr. Representative 3rd hr. Representative 4th hr. Representative 6th hr. Representative 7th hr. Representative 53 Freshmen Freshmen: Junior High Upperclassmen! 1. Linda Tinglehof. 2. Lunchtime. 3. Kirty Weinman at tennis practice. 4. Choir MJ any changes take place as an eighth grader. They are no jlonger the 1 ittle ones of the school. They can feel supe- rior to the seventh grade, but still find themselves in the mid- dle. They are looking ahead to moving up. The junior high girls' athletic program was changed this year to make it equal to the boys' program. They went from intramurals to in- terscholastic programs in volley- ball and basketball. This was a move ahead for the girls. •-9 2. Row Is Joan Clark, JiU Emery, Dawn Ehdc, Rhonda Claussen, Doran Christoffels, Randy Goembel, Don DeSplin- ter. Row 2: Denise Green, Patty DeBoer, Elaine Dahlen, Lynda Gradert, Roy Gilman, Anthony Gacke, Mark Goeske, Elsa Dahlen. Picture 1: Row 1: Carol Woodley, Delores Wynia, Kim Thies, Larry Van Grootheest, Brian Thode, Brock Thielbar. Row 2: Laurie Tingelhoff, Tim Vink, Vince Swenson, Mark Wessels, Steve VanDerBrink, Monty CurtThorson. Missing: Gordon Wenzel. Picture 2: Row 1: DarwinSmiens, Sue Rolfes, Brett Roemeling, Dan Selvy, Lori Stroeh, Brett Stegenga. Row 2: Darwin Siebenahler, Patty Salzer, Linda Rogness, Pete Rolph, Kevin Rozeboom, Scott Smiens. Picture 3: Row 1: Julie Loose, John Juhl, Maggie McFadden, Carolyn Kraetsch, Tom Madison, Mike Loose- brook, Lome Johnson. Row 2: Lynette Kortlever, Connie Kafka, Marita Meinerts, Julie McClure, Guy Klosterbuer, Marsha Johansen, Sara John- son, Peggi Lorenzen. Picture 4: Row 1: Carrie Opitz, Mavis Olson, Lisa Rue, Joni Nath, Michelle Niessink, Vaughn Pluim, Bruce Osenga. Row 2: Jenny Polzin, Rick Nelson, Brenda Pike, Kathy Raak, Kathy Murphy, Mary Mulligan, Vikki Miller, DanNarber. PictureS: Row 1: Susan Hem- me, Dawn Hoime, Brad Haraldson, Scott Hatting, Mary Haakenson, Mark DenHerder, Darrin Hartzler. Row 2: Sheila Heronimus, Julie Groth, Pam Hamer, Dennis Gyberg, Brad Franz, Ron Honken, Mike Jarchow, Tim Hamann. Eighth grade hall at noon. 56 Eighth 1. Row 1: Terry Buss, Linda Ball, Bob Alexander. Cory Ahrendt, Dave ij Christianson. Row 2: Bonnie Brinkhous, Lisa Baustian, Paula Becker, Barb m , Brands, Julie Bendix, Janet Baustian. Missing: Kirk Bloemendaal. emember your first day of sev- enth grade? Were you scared, excited, obnoxious? you think Miss Larsen would throw erasers at you, or were you nervous about having to walk in front of upperclassmen to get milk, only to realize you no longer have milk breaks? All these things mean you' re finally entering your high school days. As new members of the junior high you're allowed to represent yourself in various extra-curricular activities. As seventh graders, you can partic- ipate in band, choir, GAA, and your own girls' and boys' sports teams. Have you already begun to question your sanity, and has that ever pre- sent questions of Why does Mr. Rob- erts always pick on me? enter your mind every day? It's time to realize that as sev- enth graders, your high school days are just beginning, and yes, they do get better! 1. Row 1. Greg Aarhus, Greg Carroll, Lana De Groot, Jayne Christiansen, Bill Debra Blom, Tim Anderson, Troy Buss. Row 2. Casey Connell, Lori Ask, N Baker, Kris Achterhof, Rhonda Burmeister, Jon Crampton, Brad Ahrendt. Row 3 Baustian, Janine Anderson, Jean Buffington, Annette Christiansen, David Bolluyt, Tim Buss, Dale Bush. 2. Row 1. Darren Duffy, Sheila Eiter, Steve DeSplinter, DaveEidahl, Paul Fick, Reva Green, Deanna Deutsch. Row 2. Wayne Brands, Loren Halvorson, DarlaHaraldson, SusieFoerester, JodiEnninga, DawnGeslin, TroyFodness, LynnHarms, Row 3. Wayne Harms, Elizabeth Gits, Gordon Hansen, Marlyn Haroldson, Joel Hartz, Joel Elbers, Michele DeYong, Herbie Gath. Mary Beth struggles to .find her locker. 1. Row 1. Jeff Malone, Tim Duwenhoegger, Kevin Kremin, Jacobsma, Stacey Klosterbuer, Lisa Hellwinckel, Gloria Todd Meinerts, Marcia Lupkes, Bjorn Helgaas, Paula Iveland, Klarenbeek, Bruce Hess, Michele Mann, Beth Knoll, Jill Staci Israelson, Pam Klooster, Harvey Horn, Todd Iverson, Klosterbuer. Lance Hughes. Row 2. DuWayne Everson, Danny McGuire, Scott Mark, Wade Larewnce, Shari Lange, Donny Kalass, Barb 2. Lisa and Michelle feed their faces. 3. Joel seeks Miss Berg's assistance. 4. Students portray several aspects of studying in Mr. Hussong's class. 5. Row 1. Lori Mulder, Nancy Munns, Mary Beth Sterrett, Lynette Niessink, Greg Moeller, Amy Spease, Von Russman, Tim Olson, Greg Staeffler, Sheila Siebenahler, Joel Pickett, Mary Spartz, Scott Smythe, Vickie Roberts, Idella Rye, Karla Scherf, Sharon Smook, Randy Schomacker, Rob- bie Nelson, Jean Papik, Alicia Roemeling, Tracy Shirkey, Kathy Reverts, Mickey Mulligan. 6. Row 1. My Ann Ta, Rick Usher, Wade Vink, Pam Wilson, Deb Van Batavia, Renee Wieneke, Michelle Vance, Corey Stratton, RodUmbreit, Terry Swen- son, Steve Wethor. Row 2. Ellen Welch, Lisa Waagmeester, Danette Swenson, Bon- nie VanDyke, Andy VanWettering, Stewart Talbert, Jody Tingelhoff, Jodie Wange, John Thorson, Ferlin Vander Poel, Vonda Viland. k4m 7th grade; coming . . . going . . . gone 62 Seventh 1. Kris and Elizabeth model for the cover of Glamour. 2. Having fun in phy-ed. with Mr. Nelson. 3. FVisbee-ing around at noon. 4. Sue Foerester. 5. Bjorn brings a fair price at the slave auction. 6. The first junior high dance. Extra Special People ne group of extra special people in Luverne are those in Room 166. These are the Special Ed. kids. To them, school is the big- gest part of their life. They are not involved in extra- curriculars but have a wonder- ful teacher who involves them with many other things, such as picking and peeling apples, baking, bowling, playing fris- bee, and to top it all off, Special Olympics. 1. Karen Lonneman washing tables in the lunchroom. 2. Ron- nie shows his spirit at the Halloween Costume party. 3. Work- ing in home ec. 4. Preparing for Special Olympics takes a lot of time and effort. 5. Mrs. Olson and Lisa Kremin with an ad- ditional class member. 6. Dennis Schaeffer, Lisa Kremin, Ronnie Richters, Karen Lonneman. 6 spe ecL Row 1: Kenny Lonneman, Jane Christian- Dwayne Everson, Tim Duwenhoegger, 3: Mary Surprenant, Loma Brooks, Peter son, Dellcene Nelson, Troy Fodness. Ricky Nelson, Mike Van Groothest. Row Rolph, Kevin Elbers, Kevin Van Malsen. Row 2: Kathy LeBrun, Wade Lawrence, hese are the privi- I leged students at LIIS . M Most of them are only in the classroom for one or two hours a day, but they are fortunate enough tp get the additional help they need in subjects that are difficult for them. 1. Mrs. Ward. 2. Mr. Hamer harasses Kevin Elbers while Kevin tries to wash windows. 3. Sharia DeVries helping Ricky Nelson. 4. Troy working in home ec. class. WE THEY 16 BRANDON VALLEY 28 20 BROOKINGS 7 25 SLAYTON 8 26 WORTHINGTON 7 8 MARSHALL 28 6 REDWOOD 15 66 Football The 1978 football team was composed of 38 members. It included 19 seniors, 14 jun- iors, and 5 sophomores. The coaches were Elmer Menage and Laurin Car- roll. In the beginning of the year, Luverne was looked upon as a con- ference contender. But, after three consecutive victories the Big Red Machine broke down. After a hard loss to Marshall at Homecoming, the Cardinals never got it together un- til the Pipestone game. The Cards played their best game of the year to a 8-17 loss. After a touchdown pass was called back by a flag,the momentum that Luverne had built up left. The Cards were ahead at half time 7-6. The Big Red Machine then ended a frustrating year with a 26-6 loss to Jackson. The Cards finished with a 2-5 conference record. 1. Coach Menage explains a new play. 2. Randy Kuechenmeister runs the ball. 3. Dave Sammons on a punt return. 4. Tackling drill. 5. Cardinals near a score. 67 Football Varsity 68 Footb Gilman, Dan Meyer, Craig Anderson, and Randy Kuectienmeis- ter. Row 3: Gregg Jauert, Tim Birkcland, Paul Brehm, A1 Con- nell, Kevin Brandenburg, and Randy Frahm. Row 4: Jon Wil- dung, Cliff Raak, Mike Kraetsch, Dave Renes, Mark Buffington. 1. King, Queen fand players act fired up at Homecoming. 2. Randy Kuechenmeister passes under pressure. Row 1: Doug McGuire, Paul Larson, Mike Winter, JohnVanHove, Mike Rasmussen, Dave Helle, Mike Rath, Bryce Niessink, and Randy Haycraft. Row 2: Todd Connell, Tim Knoll, Jeff Van- Hove, Larry Domagala, Kurt Burmeister, Larry Melzer, Dave Sophs Row 1: Randy Umbreit, Mike Akkerman, Tim Wetter, Mike Haakenson, Brant Israel- son, Dan Duffy, and John Connell. Row 2: David Krug, David Kindt, Vince Gacke, Dan Meyer, Lyle Authier, Jeff Elbers, Tim Winter, and Bob Toms. Row 3: Coach Rheingans Duane Mark, Mike Gilman, Nathan Rud, Todd Connell, Dan Spartz, Mike Kraetsch, Dave Renes, Brad Harner, and Coach Nelson. The sophomore squad, under tlje coaching of Mr. Rheingans and Mr. Nelson, compiled a 4-2 record this year. The only losses coming from Pipe- stone and Brookings . This experience will prepare them for the varsity level next year. The squad might be sma] ] in number, but they played well together. Next year their team work and talents wil 1 be tested as they join with the sen- iors to form the Big Red Machi ne. WE THEY 13 MARSHALL 7 35 JACKSON 6 26 WORTHINGTON 6 12 PIPESTONE 20 7 WINDOM 6 10 BROOKINGS 27 Frosh_ The freshmen, under the coaching of Mr. Roberts and Mr. Aa- berg, finished their first three games, then ran into injury problems after los- ing 12 to 2 to a big Shel- don team. These injuries plagued them in their next three games. Although the Cards were playing short- handed, the scores were still close. WE THEY 20 BRANDON VALLEY 18 20 CANTON 6 20 PIPESTONE 14 12 SHELDON 26 0 WINDOM 6 12 WORTHINGTON 20 Row 1: Dan Biever, Randy Wulf, Howard Van Otterloo, Tom Walker, Richard Jeffer, Charlie Mulligan, and Craig Niessink. Row 2: John Buffington, Tom Eisner, Jeff Menage, Bill Benson, Mark Sehr, Pat Hunter, Ralph Buss, Dave Hartzler, and Mat McCormick. Row 3: Coach Roberts, Jim Ripley, Dave Hoffman, Kent Skyberg, Todd Wessels, Dick Hocking, Dan Stepp, Terry Connell, Ricky Nelson, Joel Vink, and Coach Aaberg. 69 Footbal1 Coaches Hemme and Duroe ■ V.Ti. ACTION: 71 Volleyball 2 Adrian 0 0 Marshall 2 0 Redwood Falls 2 2 Adrian 0 2 Slayton 0 0 Pipestone 2 1 Jackson 2 2 Slayton 0 0 Windom 2 1 SWC 2 2 Worthington 1 THEY f ach year the w sport of volley- V ball seems to be growing. This past year was no exception. The team consisted of eleven seniors and twelve juniors . This year the fans were able to see more players, more spirit, and alot more excite- ment . Lead by their senior captain, Laurie DeWis- pelaere ,rhe girls show- ed that if they worked together as a team they could be on the winning side. NETTERS BUMP THEIR v 7ay TO SUCCESS 72 Volley ball Team picture: Row 1: Kristi Roemeling, Jen- Laurie De Wispelaere, Jolene Obermoller, Lori Jan DeVries, Sue Hilbrands, Audrey Arends nifer Holm, Benita Mann, Kristin Menage, Baustian, Darcy Burmeister, Karla Braa, Anna Vickie Lass, Debbie Hamann, Teri Busse Linda Brakke, Pat Vanderberg, Whitney Weller, Hartung, Stacey Schneekloth. Row 3: Coach manager LaDonna Cleveringa. Jill Holm. Row 2: Manager Nadine Ossenfort, Hemme, Brenda Wassenaar, Donna Swenson, C-squad: Row 1: Merecie Sterrett, Coach Wegner, Becky Carroll. Row 2: Paula Van Wyhe, Brenda Snyders, Pnm Eidahl, Jodi Stoltenberg. Row 3: Kim Murphy, Laurie Rust, Rose Boll, Beth Gibson. Row 4: Darcy Muhrihill, Marcia Dorn. THE VB. TEAMS B-squad: Row 1: Teresa Claik, Tracy Wills, Peggy Cragoe, Shawn Hatting. Row 2: Linda Matthiesen, Sue Brandenburg, Amy Dougherty, Bonnie Van Aartsen, Angie De Wispelaere. Row 3: Ann Buffington, Angie Hoiland, Ann Siebert, Sherri Tofteland, Tamera Van Batavia, Jolene Christensen. 73 Volleyball Boys' Basketball Team members: Back Row: Coach Harry Franz, Randy Kuechen- Carroll. Front Row: Manager Steve Baatz, Jeff Elbers, pm Franz, meister, Qlff Raak, Brad Harner, Pat Surprenant, Greg Watts, Mike Mark Spease, Dave Kiixit, Randy Maxwell, Tim Emery, Harold Kraetsch, Ron Griggs, Tim Knoll, Todd Connell, Coach Lauren Dunkle, manager Tom Swenson, manager Mike Akkerman. After the loss of most of the XJstarting five from last year, fthe fighting Cards weren't given much of a chance to survive in the usually tough Southwest Conference. The Cardinals, lead by coach Laurin Carroll, showed more than their share of class and style, by immediately jumping into the thick of the Confer- ence race. At the time of publication, the Cards had accumulated only four Conference losses, two to Marshall and two to the favorite Windom. Their season, at this point, was highlighted by close victories over both Jackson and Worthington, and by veritable routs over Slayton and Redwood Falls. This year’s team was lead by two seniors, Tim Knoll and Cliff Raak, the Only two seniors on the squad. This lack of upperclassmen is not without its benefits. With an excellent rec- ord and effort coming from the B squad, and the proven talents of the varsity line-up, the Luverne basket- ball team has shown the propensity to be a strong contender for the district tournament and the following season. Cliff Raak looks for the basketball hoop Randy Kuechenmeister shoots over the head of his opponents, Greg Watts comes up for the rebound, Harold Dunkle excites the crowd with his quick The team fires Team membere: Back Row: Nathan Rud, Todd Connell, Toms, Mike Haakenson, Randy Maxwell, Jeff Elbers, Coach Brad Hamer, Mike Kraetsch, Mike Gilman, Randy Ehlers, Treichel. Lyle Authier. Front Row: Efcant Israelson, Dave Kindt, Bob BOMBERS I I nder the direction of a II new head coach this year, the Luverne Girls basket- ball team has gained much rec- ognition. Coach Terry Rheingans provided the incentive and leadership to help his team to a winning season. With seven returning letter winners and several good backup players the Cardinal girls pro- vided excitement and showed their talent for their fans. 78 Girls Basketball I Geli cue in Dribbling 1 The B-squad in action. 2. B-9quad team: left to right: Janice Fick, Shawn Hatting, Kim Broer, Terri Lorenzen, Amy Knoll, Ann Siebert, Tammy Van Batavia, Lorna Stroeh, Debbie Deutsch, Bonnie Van Aartsen, Linda Brands, Angie DeWispelaere, Oiris Haycraft. 3. 9th grade team: Row 1: Carrie Aanenson, Jana Spease, Mary Gits, Linda Tingelhoff, Merecie Sterrett, Kirstin Wein- man, Denise Duffy. Row 2: Manager Brenda Snyders, Pam Eidahl, Tamara Hatting, Jill Slieter, Lisa Ripley, Karen Hansen, Sandy Kalass, Paulette Wenzel, Jodi Stol- tenberg. Row 3: Janet Johnson, Shirley Rose, Darcy Mulvihill, Marcia Dorn, Melanie Lupkes, Debbie Klaren- beek, Lori Obermoller, Coach Schmidt. 4. Varsity man- agers: Darcy Siebenahler, Kristi Roemeling. Audrey Arends Colleen Obermoll� 1. Dan Walgrave. 2. Bryce Mann signing the pin chart. 3. Dave Meyer using a force half to pin his opponent. 4. Wres- tling gear. 5. Bryce Mann uses a wizzer to neutralize his Marshall foe. 6. Varsity team: front row: Dave Hup, Sean Hughes, Dan Walgrave, Bill Benson, Mike Rasmussen, and Bryce Mann. Second row: Dave Renes, Steve Den Herder, Jeff Van Hove, Dan Meyer, Norm Sandbulte, and Dave Meyer. 7. Dave Hup dominates at the 98 pound weight class. 82 Wrestling The varsity wrestling program in Luverne was in good hands with their new coach, Dave Cain. With only three seniors on the team,the majority of the weights were filled with underclassmen. This year was somewhat a rebuilding year. Next year's team should be tough with a big senior class. Team wrestling were the key words to de- scribe this year’s team. Although wrestling is an individual sport.it takes a team to win in a dual match. 84 Wrestlinp The B squad was still short in numbers this year, but the trend appeared to be reversing slowly With the continuing support of the fans and the added team experience, the guys of the B team will help the varsity team through their con- tribution in years to come. 1 Kristi Wegner. 2. Jeff Thies moving to- wards a two point near-fall. 3. Mike Rass- mussen inflicts pain with a head lock. 4. The B-squadteam: front row: Minh Nguyen, Kevin Rassmussen, and Andy Mann. Second row: KirkHagberg, Randy Schneekloth, Todd Hess, and John Van Hove. 5. The m atm aids from top to bottom: Kirstin Weinman, Paula Van Wyhe, Lisa Hughes, Kim Murphy, Kathy Re- verts, Kim Thies, and Jodi Stoltenberg. 6. Brad Haraldson works for an escape. 7. The B-squad patiently looks on. 8. Coaches Roger Aaberg and Dave Cain. 9. Wrestler of the week receives an apple. 85 Wrestling 1 individuality. That's what gym- nastics is all about. Expres- __ljsing yourself with music and movements. Creating your own theme and making a routine of it. The gymnastic team was small in numbers as it has been in the past few years. But with the returning letter-winners,the team was expected to do well with all their meets. The gymnastics team started with an away meet on December 19 with Pipe- stone. Gymnastics fans had to wait until late January for a home meet. 86 Gymnastics 1. MaryHaakenson is assisted by Mrs, Hem me, 2. Amy Welch on parallel bars. 3, Cathy Mc- Clure flies over the vault. 4, Terrie Jungers on the beam. 5, Cathy Murphy during floor routine. 6, Some gymnists find time to relax during practice. 7, Cindy Jep� n. Gymnasts believe in individuality Gymnastics team members include: Front Row: Jean Buffington, Sue Hemme, Sarah Johnson, Linda Ball, and Ellen Welch. Row 2: Julie Groth, Kim Thies, Vikki Miller, Kathy Mur- phy, Amy Welch, Cathy McClure, Cindy Jep- son, Terrie Jungers, Lori Rust and Kim Broer. Row 3: Sheila Eiter, Mary Haakenson, Sheila Seibenahler. Row 4: Peggy Lore men, Deanna Deutsch, Sue Rolfes, Stacey Israelson, Carrie Opitz, PamKlooster, AmySpease and Elizabeth Walgrave. Missing: Tracy Shiikey, Jody En- nega, Sue Walgrave, Robyn Klooster and Na Ta. 87 Gymnastics iris' tennis began right I A away in the fall with a lot of grueling prac- tice r after school. Despite thi§,Luverne lobbers lost their first dual match to Redwood Falls, 1-4. However, they fol- lowed this with two wins vs. Slayton, 4-1, and Windom, also 4-1. They had a tough time with Marshall, which ended in a 1-4 loss. Their biggest contenders were yet to come against Pipe- stone and Worthington. Each was lost by a disappointing 0-5 score. Then a 5-0 win against Slayton ended the season on a good note. Luverne took fifth in the conference with two wins and four losses. After this they gained second place in the District 8 standing. Co-cap- tains Paula Benson and Deb El- bers took second place in Dis- trict 8 doubles, and advanced to regional play. 1. Paula Benson. 2. Coach Svingen gives a pep talk. 3. Cathy Kjenslee. 4. Kirti Weinman. S. Kirti Weinman. 6. Chris Haycraft. 7. Cathy Kjenslee. 8. Paula Benson (co-captain). 9. Deb Elbers (co-captain). 10. Coach Svingen. 11. Cory Haycraft. 12. Patty Scholten. Cross-Country at LHS Phis year marked the f second anniversary of I Luverne's newly-formed cross-country team. The team, guided by Coach Treichel, participated in a total of 3 meets. They traveled to such towns as Windom, Slayton, Jackson, Pipestone, and Hills for their meets along with the famous Turkey Trot, held in Worthington. Team members: Back Row: John Lindstrom, Harvey Schmidt (captain), Jay Coburn. Middle Row: Dave Meyer, Minh Nguyen, Jim Franz. Bottom Row: Jan Chapin, Tim Hamann, Marik Den Herder. Not available for picture: Deb Wal- grave, John Juhl, and Alicia Roemeling. Jim Kleiifee shows Brad Snyders his offensive abilities. The Saturday morning super stars” were back at it once again this year. Each mem- ber had to sacrifice his favorite T.V. shows to participate in a gruelling once-a-week practice. The senior all-stars took part in the annual game against the faculty who returned as reigning champs. A1 Connell and Terry Bixkeland go for it Intramurals '79 Advisor Bonnema HarveySchmidtquestions its value Larry Domagala shoots hig i. AA is an organiza- I jg ion which provides fun and relaxation for everyone. Its members, both girls and boys, grades 10 through 12 , participate in the activities merely for fun and enjoyment. Meeting once a week, these girls and boys par- ticipate in a number of sports such as: basket- ball, bowling, and-soft- ball. So far, this year's only activity has been bowling. 1. Audrey VanWettering and Julie Baustian are surprised at the strike. 2. Julie Baustian buys her bowling shoes. 3. The bowling alley. 4. GAA bowling advisor, Mrs. Spease. 5. • Beth Boleman questions her throw. 92 GAA 1. Graffiti on the cheerleading wall. 2. Boys varsity ba etball cheerleaders include from left to right: Sue Stordahl, Kathy Rosin, Tami Busse, and Deb Elbers. 3. The B-squad wrestling cheerleaders from top to bottom are Kristi Wegner, Cheryl Gonner- man, Nadine Ossenfort, and Shelly Zinnel. 4. Boys B-squad cheerleaders from left to right include Jenny Olson, Lori Grcth, Amy Dougherty, and Peggy Oagoe. 5. The freshmen boys and girls basketball cheerleaders top to bottom include Sharon Hoff, Becky Carroll, Lori Winter, and Barb Wacker. 1. Boy's varsity football cheerleaders from left to right are Kathy Aning, Ellie Petersen, Kathy Rosin, Tami Busse, Sue Stordahl, and LHS's mascot Mary Welch. 2. The freshmen football and girl's volleyball cheerleaders from left to right include Tammy Hatting, Barb Wacker, Jill Slieter, and sitting Sharon Hoff. 3. Cheering the Bombers on to success this year were from left to right Annette Arends, Lori Groth, Amy Knoll, and sitting Jenny Olson. 4. Girls cheering for the girl's B-squad volleyball team this year were, from left to right, Cheryl Gonnerman and Shelly Zinnel. S. Boy's varsity wrestling cheerleaders this year were, from left to right, Keely Frakes and Julie McFadden Cheerleading, like any other sport, requires a lot of hard work, ded- ication, and originality. Under the direction of Emily Harms and Nancy Kroese, practice began early in June to prepare for the fall season. Cheerleaders instilled a feeling of enthusiasm and spirit in the players as well as the fans. With the growth of the sports programs, there has been a greater opportunity for more girls to participate in cheerleading. 6. Girls' varsity volleyball cheerleaders who cheered their girls on this year were Brenda DeSplinter, Kary Nelson, and Amy Welch. 7. Cheerleading advisor, Miss Harms. 8. This year's wrestling cheerleading advisor was Mrs. Kroese. 9. Cheering the girls' bas- ketball team onto success this year wes2, from left to right, Ellie Petersen, Val Russman, Janet Nash, and Karv Nelson. LHS coaches, counterclockwise, include: Elmer Menage, football and track; Katie Hemme, track and volleyball; Terry Treichel, cross country; Dave Svingen, tennis; Emily Harms, cheerleading; Nancy Kroese, cheer- leading; Terry Rheingans, basketball; Sally Olsen, special Olympics; Deb Ward, special Olympics; Laurin Carroll, basketball; David Cain, wres- tling; Tom Berg, gymnastics; Joe Roberts, baseball; Eugene Bendix, golf; Dale Knoll, golf. Winter Wrapup Jinter activities provided excitement for both fans and participants. Activities included: Basketball — I was happy with the way our season progressed because we really did have a young team. Our two seniors did give us alot of leadership but we still haven't reached the ultimate, said Laurin Carroll. Our season went pretty well. We had three all conference members and two all area. We finished a great season with a 14-3 record, said girls's coach Terry Rheingans. Gymnastics— Our season went well. Our pro- gram is just starting to grow, said Tom Berg, and the future looks stronger with lots of participation in the younger grades Music— Miles Johnson was a really tremendous experience for the kids and I, said Lester Mahaffy. It's a unique opportunity when we are able to obtain conductors of their stature. I think we were really fortunate, said Stephen 0'Connor. Wrestling— The 1978-79 wrestling season was a positive step for the wrestling program here in Luverne. I was really inpressed with the dedication and hard work put in by the wrestlers. Next year we are dedicating ourselves to bigger and better things. said Dave Cain. 97 Wrap-up Go for the line 1. John Lindstrom and Gregg Jau- ert go for the line. 2. Track-in- a nutshell; (clockwise) Jay Cobum approaches the starting line. Bob Toms shorn his form. Home away from home? Lake or track? 3. The necessities of track. 4. John Neutze stretches to make his jump. 5. 1979 Track Team (left to right) Row Is Dave Hup, Sean Hughes, Charlie Mulligan, Randy Haycraft, Tom Eisner, Mike Rasmussen, Todd Hess, Bill Rasmussen. Row 2: Coach Roger Aaberg, Todd Wessels, Mike Stroeh, Craig De Jongh, Bob Toms, Gregg Jauert, Je f Menage, Dan Biever, Coach Elmer Menage. Row 3: Dave Gil- man, Jay Coburn,' Roger Scho- macker, Dave Renes, Mike Kra- etsch, Cliff Raak, John Lindstrom, John Neutze. Splitting the spring arsenal of vathletes four ways isn't exactly ___'an ideal situation, but the 1979 track team had a fairly good turn out with 24 members and 12 returning let- termen. The Cardinal runners were led by Greg Jauert and Cliff Raak with help from John Neutze and Jay Coburn. With one of the toughest schedules in the area, the team saw action in 12 meets with many excellent individ- ual efforts. The future looks good with the bulk of the team being under- classmen. Their experience this past year will help produce a better team in the years to come. Greg Jauert and John Lindstrom ad- vanced out of district competition and competed in the 220 and 880 events in the region meet held at Pipestone. 98 Track. 1. Karla shows her Brute strength by throwing the discus. 2. Peg shows her skill and agility by taking the lead. 3 Stacy and Lori relax. 4. 1st row: Whitney Weller, Stacy Schneekloth, Colleen Obermoller, Jolene Obermoller, Lori Winter, Pam Eidahl. 2nd row: Brenda Christensen, Amy Welch, Karla Braa, Peggy VanAartsen, Anne Hartung, Bon- nie VanAartsen. 3rd row: Carrie Aanenson, Shawn Hatting, Tracy Wills, Teresa Clark, Ann McFadden, Elizabeth Jones. The girls' track team this year v as dominated by six seniors, two of which were the captains, Jolene and Colleen Obermoller. Due to weather the season start- ed late, and the team never seemed to catch up. Karla Braa and Colleen Obermol- ler were the bright spots on the team. With heavy participation in the junior high, Coach Katie Hemme looks forward to a brighter future. in '79 99 Track Luverne Bogie 1. Moving onto the next hole. 2. Julie Bendix concentrates on her putt. 3. Dis- trict 8 winners. 4. Dam, I missed! 5. Cathy Kjenslee sinks a putt. 6. Front Row: Coadi Dale Knoll, Chris Haycraft, Amy Dougherty, Ann Siebert. Second Row: Sue frandenburg, Brenda Wassenar, Julie Bendix, Elaine Dahlen, Cory Haycraft. Back Row: Ann Buffington, Pam Hamer, Cathy Kjens- lee, Paula Benson, Kris Menage, Amy Knoll. Because of the unfa- vorable weather con- ditions, the girls' golf team got off to a late start. However this didn't hurt the team. They finish- ed first in District 8 comp- etition, and fourth in Re- gion 2A competition held in 31ue Earth. Chris Haycraft come close to qualifying for the state meet, but she was beat by one stroke in a sudden death playoff. 100 Golf 1. District 8 champions 2. A1 Connell concentrates on his putt 3 Coach Eugene Bendix explains the course. 4. Mark Merill takes a swing. 5. Hole 1. 6. Front Row: A1 Connell, Pete McCormick, Tim Knoll, Tom Herman, Mark Merill, Jeff Elbers, Joel Elbers Second Row: Randy Wulf, Matt McCormick, Jeff Malone, Danny McGuire, BradMiller, Todd Iverson, Tim Olson. 7 A little fooling around before the match. Golfers Down T|| he 1979 gol 1' team consisted of 18 players, including 4 seniors. For the fourth consectuive year , the the District 8 title was again won by the Luverne swingers. At the Region 2A meet the team finished in 3rd place, with no participants pial i- fying for the state meets. With heavy parti- cipation in the younger grades. Coa c h Bendix looks foward strong year. 101 Golf TENNIS ANYONE Starring: Row 1: Alan Boisen, Jim Franz, Jeff Van Hove, Row 2: Mark Spease, Jim Kleinke, Todd Wandersee, Paul Brehm 1. A lan Boisen waiting to play. 2. Coach Svingen. 3. Todd Wandersee serving the ball. ★ 'k ★ |WP|| ennis '79 got off || to a slow start [yf| this year because of the cold weather and wet courts, but this didn't stop the team as they fought for room in the gyms with all the other spring sports. This year' s team was led by Paul Brehm and Todd Wandersee under the supervision of Coach Svingen. Paul Brehm, Todd Wan- dersee, and Brad Franz played first, second, and third singles re- spectively, with Mark Jspease and Jim Franz playing first doubles and Alan Boisen and Jim Kleinke playing second doubles. Mike Haakenson, Jeff Van Hove, and Joel Vink played exhibition. Other team members in- clude: Steve Wethor, Matt Barstad, .Rick Vaker, and Joel Picket. 102 Tennis Baseball '79 Take me out to the ball park! [■■■lhe Luverne baseball season was successful this year. The wea- ther held back th actual start- ing of the baseball season, but once the weather started cooperating, the real baseball season got underway. Luverne's record this year was 9—4. Coach Roberts was very pleased with the season. The captains this year were Kevin Brandenburg and- Brad Sny- ders. Three all-conference members were picked from Luverne this year. They were Kevin Brandenburg, Brad Sny- ders, and Randy Kuechenmeister. There are six team members graduating, but Coach Roberts is looking ahead to another great year. 1. Team captains Brad Snyders and Kevin Brandenburg. 2. Coach Joe Rob- erts. 3. Assistant Coach Terry Rheingans. 4. Randy Kuechenmeister hits a homer. 5. Another strike from Brad Hamer. 6. Front Row: ETad Snyders, Kevin Kuechenmeister, Kyle Eidahl, Randy Maxwell, Jeff Theis, Dan Mey- er, Keith Kuechenmeister, Kevin Brandenburg, and Dave Kindt. Row 2: Lyle Authier, Lairy Domagala, Andy Mann, Todd Connell, Pat Surprenant, Brad Hamer, Stewart Granneman, Ron Briggs, Randy Kuechenmeister, and Terry Birkeland. The Unseen Superstars eeks of previous preparation paid off for the Spe- cial Olympics as they did well in the state competition. Among the many placings there were eight first places, one second place, and two third place finish- ings. The State Special Olympics were held May 30th and 31st. The team spent 3 days in Moorhead and returned victorious winners. 1. Members of the Special Olympic team include: back row: Jayne Christensen, Kathy LeBrune, Dwayne Everson. Ric Nelson, and Kevin Elbers. Front row: Dellane Nelson and Kenny Lonneman. 2. The team waits for competition. 3. Ronnie Richters recieves his medal. 4. Dennis Schaefer, Ronnie Richters, and Karen Lonneman display their medals. 5. Kenny and Karen watch therace. 6. Participants race to the finish. 104 Special 2d Sadie Hawkins — the day that was 1. The Sadie Macho Women: clockwise: Diane Harrison, Kris Menage, Keely Frakes, Cindy Wulf, Paula Benson, Teri Busse. 2. The real Elmer Menage by Kevin Brandenberg, 3. Diane Harrison, Terri DeBates, Jenni- fer Holm, and LaDonna Cleveringa take a break in the lobby, 4, No band, no dance. C| an you imagine walking .down the halls of LHS __I and not recognizing everyone? Of course you can, this happens every Sadie Hawkins Day. On Sadie, students show their spirit by dressing up in funny, strange, and zooky costumes. Everyone was looking forward to the climax of an exciting day. Unfortunately, as the sun went down, so did the spirits of the dance goers. The band, Fame, showed up one hour late, and by this time the dancers had given up. The excitement of the day surrendered to the mis- fortunes of the night. the night that wasn't 105 Sadie Hawkir I‘ nclimate weather permitted the Luverne Contest Speech __| team to participate in only two tournaments during the season. Their third official meet was district competition in which they placed second. Advancing from districts to re- gions were Dave Sanny, Paul Brehm, Jim Kleinke, Luanne Tilstra, Julie McFadden, John Neutze, and Beth Gibson. Paul Brehm continued on to state competition where he took second in extemporaneous speaking. Contest Speech I Letting your 'real' self out! X. First Row: Pam Goeske, Luanne Tilstra, David Hartzler. Second Row: Deb Hamann, Beth Gibson. Third Row: John Neutze, Paul Brehm, David Sanny. 2, CoachesMr. Shap- ley and Mr. Windschill. 3. David Sanny rehearsing his speech. 4. Paul Brehm, 2nd placewinner in extemporaneous speaking at the state speech contest. 5. Paul Brehm and David Sanny reenactingDavid'svictory- District Champion in Humor. Many memories were made during the production of the spring play, Rest _____I Assured. Cast members will have much to remember, including Mickey Welch saving, I'll just leave a case if he's restless during the night. Luanne Tilstra saying, Hazel, I'm leaving, when talking to her husband, or when David Sanny kicked the magazine rack to pieces. These and other events helped to entertain both the audience and the cast members. The play was about a stubborn stockholder who dies after his family feeds him sleep- ing pills. Lucifer comes up to take him to Hell but he doesn't wanttogo. He realizes how badly he’s been acting and begs for another chance and gets it. 1. Front Row: Mary Welch, Allyson Weller, Tom Herman, Kristi Wegner, Brenda Winter, and Debbie Hamann. Row 2: Roger Ander- son, Harold Dunkle, Mickey Welch, David Sanny, Tim Wethor, Luanne Tilstra, Char- lie Schmidt, Julie McFadden, and Ken Mann. 2. enda Winter helps Deb Hamann put on make-up. 3. Tim Winter skewers Dave Sanny. 4. Mr. Hussong, director. Prom: To the Morning 7v fter weeks of preparation, il prom evening began with a banquet at the Blue Mound Inn. Dr. George McDonald was the guest speaker. Musical entertain- ment was provided by John Neutze, foreign exchange student. The Grand March started at 9:00 with Soda providing the music. The post-prom activities included bowling, free hamburgers at the VFW, the drive-in, and breakfast at the Country Club. Junior and senior parents supervised this part of the evening. Prom provided memories that will never be forgotten. For most the experience lasted past sunrise which fulfilled the theme, To the Morning. 108 Prom 1. Sunrise. 2. Soda provided the music for a perfect night. 3. An Oriental entrance. 4. Waiters and waitresses. 5. Couples wait- ing for the banquet to begin. 6. Jan Chapin and John Wildung taking a seat while Todd Connell works hard. 7. Tim Knoll andTami Busse dancing to Soda's music. 8. Juniors preparing for the Grand March. 9. Juniors working hard to put finishing touches on the gym. 10. Stringing streamers. It's going to be a new day 109 Prom GRADUATION «■Blhe class of 1979 r I 'took their 'final ■ step from LHS May LSlst Milo Wepking addressed the grad- uates. Julie McFadden gave the class chall- enge. Anne Hartung and John Neutze presented the school with gifts from their countries, and Jeff Van Hove pre- sented the class gift. The class money will be spent on a school events calendar to be placed on the front lawn of the school. 1. Seniors await the ceremony. 2. Jeff Van Hove pre- sents the class gift. 3. Teri Busse awaits her diploma. 4. John Rath, principal, speaks to the class. 5. The group—Kelly Dougherty, Sheila Loger. Gregg Jauert, and Dave Sanny provide the entertainment. 6. The 1979 graduating class. 7. Wayne LaFrenz receives his diploma. 8. Bryce Mann walks towards the stage. 9. Milo Wepking spoke on the two R's. 1 VO 110 Graduation National Honor Society ]r t takes character, scholarship, lead- I ership, and service to be inducted into I National Honor Society. Only 5% of the juniors are admitted as members. Senior high teachers evaluate all students on a scale. A 3.0 grade average is necessary for member- ship. Activity points, class participation and leadership are also factors in determin- ing members. Girl and boy staters chosen this year were Darcy Burmeister and Alan Boisen from Luverne and Rhonda Oye from Hardwick. Michael Welch and Cindy Wulf were chosen as alternates. Darcy, Al, and Rhonda attended camp at St. Catherines College, St. Paul from June 11-15. The camp is a study of government. The par- ticipants listened to speeches on government and its function. The seminar is sponsored by the American Legion and Auxiliary. 1. Honor Society Emblem. 2. Diane Baustian re- ceiving her pin from Lisa Gradert. 3« Esther Spease poursteaatthe reception for Honor Society mem- bers and their parents. 4. Row 1: Carol Wynia, Nancy Van Ruler, Sheila Loger, Tim Knoll, Dave Jackson, Joy Hoffman, Cory Hay craft, Jolene Ob- ermoller, Colene Obermoller, Karla Braa, Diane Baustian, Diane Harrison, and Ken Mann. Row 2: Susan Walgrave, Janet Nash, Shirley VanPeursem, Sue Stordahl, Pat Surprenant, Kathy Rosin, Mark Goebel, Kathy Kjenslee, Joycelyn Enger, Darcy Burmeister, and Kathy Aning. Row 3: Jeff Van Hove, Lisa Gradert, Luanne Tilstra, Dale Claus- sen, Doug Van Heerde, Barb O'Toole, Jill Holm, Julie McFadden. Not pictured: Paul Brehm and Linda Brakke. We believe in copy, narrative heads, bylines, tool lines, pictures, photo assignments or do we ! ?! The year- book staff has been in full gear since the first day of school eagerly awaiting the February 1979 dead- line. Annual heads, as annual staffers are sometimes refer- red to, have been vigorously laying out pages, taking pic- tures, typing, and putting final touches on each and every page. The staff has spent many hard working hours because we be- lieve in preserving souvenirs of the past. 1. The basic tools. 2. The annual table. 3. Selling yearbooks. 4. Junior editors: Diane Har- rison and Jennifer Holm. 5. The anal board. 6. Senior editors: Barb O'Toole and Paul Brehm. 7. Annual typists: Front Row: Nancy Van Ruler, Joy Hoffman, Carol Wynia. Back Row: Larry Kemer- ling, Brenda Van Meeteren, Luanne Tilstra. 8. The annual staff: Teresa Eiter, Todd Wandersee, Jill Holm, Jeff VanHove, Julie McFadden, Tami Busse, Tim Knoll, Paula Reisch, Teri Busse, Diane Harrison, Jennifer Holm, Cindy Wulf. (Missing: Diane Baustian.) 9. Photographers: John VanHove, Doug VanHeerde, Kiiti Weinman, Dave Gilman, Marilee Dorn. 10. Advisors: Mr. Weinman, Mr. Bonnema , and Mr. Bidwell. ( E 58 NUMBER 1 LUVERNE HIGH SCHOOL LUVERNE, MINNESOTA SEPTEMBl M RAAK REIGN DURING WEEI DN The .uverne er the here lebate bout need on renm, uo The pages eerde. The he nee oncern The te innesot ue AME uiane hau r um Buss Last spring somermna ACTIVIT held this Mi d adults fi g royalty, ceremonies, lights dimn , were ushe ses and thei sented by SI chard Hoci •e class elec dJeff Elber: itatives, wh m and Rand.1 ited the jun STUDENTS E REPRESENT nny date n. Barb ce- med s mbers 11 th. Recen ass o nior re el re iside is i den |tary; aasurei :rom t rprenai inifer Holm is vice-prt icey Schneekloth is ry, and Diane Harri aasurer. ummer four ated in Boy's uoy Hoffman re erican L eff Van nerne's The t r Hardwi and Auxil oeller Girls' through : St. Ca � t. Paul St. Ola 1. Senior editors include Cory Haycraft, Mark Goebel and Luanne Tllstra. 2. Mr. Gits, the Echo advisor. 3. Junior editors include Cathy KJenslee, Mickey Welch, and Ruth Saher. 4. 1978-79 Echo staff. and Gir lucate t •' our s -j hel f Iest in ek they govern Ti sophomore chosi uui iwu lureiyn excridiiyy stu- scorp. nf io a 10 .—— dents, Anne Hartung from Den- Leadi„«° 1 nd 18 t0.] I mark and John Neutze from New was -t JL c h riL? P°lr?ts 7paland w?s. sta.cey Schneekloth with othe Hi TTieni under things worked, they h government. This n was broken up into ci .................. Homecoming Royalty Crowned DEBATE - News from LHS . . . S| ince 1919 LHS has had a school paper and • each year has seen changes and improve- __'merits. From the editors who assign the stories, to the reporters who investigate and write the news, to the typists, the Echo is a total effort for school communications. Mr. Gits, the Echo supervisor, provides leadership and demanding direction for quality. The Echo covers the happenings at LHS and gives students an idea of what goes into pro- ducing a newspaper. It also gives students a chance to express their journalistic talents. 1 1. Senior Echo members include: Luanne Tilstra, Peggy VanDeVegte, Mark Goebel, Joy Hoffman, Shirley Van Peurseum and Brenda Van Meeteren. Row 2: Cory Hay- craft, Sheila Loger, Sue Hilbrands, Lisa Gradert, Amy Welch and Carrie Hauge. 2. Echo typists include: Kristi Wegner, Joy Hoffman, Sheryl Gonnerman, Larry Kemer- ling, Shirley Van Peurseum and Brenda Van Meeteren. 3. Junior and sophomore ta£f members include: Sheryl Gonnerman, Kristi Wegner, Pat Scholten, Stacey Schneekloth, Mary Welch and Ruth Salzer. Row 2: Diane Harrison, Cathy Kjens- lr Marjorie Alexander, Larry Kemerling, Mickey Welch and Randy Ehlers. 4. Passing out the Echo. 117 Echo DEBATE 78 1. Row 1: Mary Welch, Jennifer Polzin, Lynda Gradert, Jim Kleinke. 2. Paul and Doug during a rebuttal. 3. David Hartzler, and Coach Sanden. Row 2: Coach Shap- Jennifer and Lynda prepare for a meet, ley, Doug VanHeerde, Paul Brehm, Pam Goeske, and Debate is for bigmouths! This may be true, but speaking tal- ent isn't all that is needed to be a debator. Debate requires long hours of ded- icated research on the year's topic. This year's topic dealt with a com- prehensive energy policy to increase the United States' energy indepen- dence. Due to lack of interest, debators have dwindled in number and only eight students participated in debate this year. 118 Debate 1. Junior High Student Council advisor, Keith Erickson, 2, Mr, Harner expresses his views, 3. Tammy Hatting and Sharon Hoff listen to 4r. High Student • Council. . .work- er ing together to represent the Jr. High. This year's council met every two weeks so they could organize parties, invest in a new water cooler, and help the Sr. High Council with a few more projects. The involvement of each member was an important factor in the success of the vear. JR. HIGH STUDENT COUNCIL Our student council didn't work e= pecially hard this year, but they seemed to accomplish much nonethe- less. With a large treasury, due to the junior magazine sales, the council used their money for a variety of activities. Amoung their gifts were a portrait of Mr. Eitreim, a sponsored adoptee, a senior lounge, gifts for the exchange students, landscaped parts of the school property, and of course, sponsoring dances through- out the year. U A typical council meeting: enthifciasm in earnest. 2. Student Coun- cil advisor, Larry Nelson. 3. Dave Sanny, Student Council president, listens intently. 4. Amy Welch gives her regular meeting repost on the suggestion box. 5. TTie elected officials in council: left to ri$it: Pat Surprenant, Tim Knoll, Jill Holm, pillar, Stacey Schneekloth, Dave Sanny, Barb O'Toole. 120 Student Council Voice of the Students Future Homemakers of America Under the direction of Mrs. Dunn and Miss Long, Jr. and Sr. High F.H.A. members were active this past year. They were involved with concessions during the Tri-State Band Festival, and the Jr. High Chapter of F.H.A. sponsored a dance. Both groups were in- volved in various money making projects. 1. Row 1: Sandy Christiansen, Pam Nath, Kristi Wegner, Darla Hansen, Ruth Salzer. Row 2: Nancy Van Der Brink, Kandace Ailts, Brenda Christiansen, Ann Siebert. 2 Row 1: Patty Saber, Ellen Welch, Amy Spease, Julie Loose, Janna Spease, Carrie Opitz, Renee Wieneke, Joni Nath. Row 2: Marsha Johansen, Mary Gits, Jill Emery, Marita Meinerts. Row 3: Gloria Klarenbeck, Beth Knoll, Kathy Raak, Brenda Pike, Jean Papik. do you remember how hungry you were at the last football game? Remember those M M' s , that candy bar, and that cold can of Dew? The Future Farmers of America Chapter of LHS was dutifully peddling their wares those cold nights. You mav have also seen Club officers include Kurt Burmeister, Pete Jessen, Kevin Van Westen, Roger Hoff, Paul Bakken, and James Fick. Club members as pictured: Kenny Lonneman, Randy Richters, Scott Lopau, Darrell Jacobsma, Tom Baus- tian, Tom Fick, Randy Schneekloth, Brent Gerloff, Kevin VandeHoff, Peter Jessen, Kevin Van Westen, Paul Bakken, Elwin Brands, Dale Clausen, A1 Hartz, Ed Bennett, Joel Smidstra, these devoted F.F.A.'ers going door to door selling fruit. For further activities, several members attended a national convention in Kan- sas City last winter. Mr. Shubeck istheF.F.A. advisor. Ricky Hawes, Kevin Ohlerts, Mike Groth, Lyle Stroeh, Norman Sandbulte, Loren Overgaard, Paul Juhl, Mark Gath, Dan Johnson, Don Jacob- sma, Mark Sheriff, Kelly Gangestad, Kurt Swenson, Doug LaFrenz, Ricky Richters, Jim Fick, Robert Kooiker, Mike Winter, Dan Hamann, Duane Jacobsma, Howard Van Otter- loo, David Hamann, Roger Hoff, Bruce Pred- more. Future Farmers of America V - 'V V Row 1: Jan DeVries, Amy Welch, Robin Klooster, Jane Thompson, Marj Alexander Row 2: Miss Buseman (advisor), Ann Siebert, Jodie Klarenbeck, Penny Gross, Larry emerling, Joy Hoffman, Ken Mann. Several members were not pictured. Student action tor edu- cation. That's what SAE stands for. Miss Buseman was the advisor for last year. Many meetings were held, and each student was respon- sible for assisting the teacher they chose. A new group of kids started with the coming of the second semester. 1. Kraut Klubbe members essen . 2. Lisa Gradert, Qystal Harge- sheimer, Penny Gross, Marla Scherff, Nga Ta, Janna Spease, Mary Gits. kraut Klubbe has been work- ing furiously this past year. They sponsored the homecoming floorshow which proved to be a big success. They have met several times for meetings and eatings. All students who were involved in German could attend Kraut Klubbe meetings. Frau Spease, once again,was the Klubbe advisor. k I u b b L . Early morning practice pays off 1. Gun twirlers Amy Knoll, Annette trends, Darcy Burmeister, Sue Stordahl, Whitne- Naglestad. 2. Front Row: Sue Brandenburg, Robin Klooster, Terrie Lorenzen, Shery Gonnerman. Back Row: Shelly Zinnel, Cory Haycraft, Julie McFadden, Debbie Elbers Linda Brakke, Kathy Mathiesen, Brenda DeSplinter, Jill Holm, Judy Horn, Sherri Tofte land, Robyn Hemme, Chris Haycraft. 3. Sign Carriers - Anne Hartung, Peggy Cragoe Mary Welch, Felicia Mohr, Ann Siebert, Cindy Kafka, Pat Scholten. 4. Majorettes- Tami Basse, Diane Harrison. 5. Tami presents LHS with a marching band trophy. hether it' s 7 : 30 or 8: 30 , band is the only way to __j start the day for LHS band members. The highlight of the marching band season came when Luverne received a first place trophy in the f ield division of the Willmar Marching Band Con- test . After the marching season, Espana and Rocky were replaced by Symphonic Suite and Finale. Through their seven concerts, band members strove to improve their musical abilities. Senior high band members include: Linda Brakke, Sue Stordahl, Kathy Matthiesen, Terri Busse, Marilee Dorn, Melanie John- son, Anna Vos,‘Terri Lorenzen,JanelleSev- ertson, Julie Baustian, Brenda Wassenaar, Sherri Tofteland, Teresa Claik, Chris Hay- craft, Anne Hartung, Ann Siebert, Amy Welch, Kim Ta, Peg Cragoe, Jill Holm, Annette Arends, Sue Walgrave, Jody Swen- son, Cory Haycraft, Diane Harrison, Darcy Burmeister, Deb Hamann, Kris Menage, Cindy Kafka, Angie Dahlen, Joyclyn Enger, Kris Wegner, Amy Knoll, Kim Horn, Shawn Hatting, Jackie Medill, Larry Kemerling, Nadine Ossenfort, Kary Nelson, Tracy Wills, Amy Dougherty, Cindy Jepson, Luanne 'Hi- stra, Pat Scholten, Shelly Zinnel, Felicia Mohr, Shawn Klosterbuer, Tami Busse, Vickie Lass, Tim Winter, Randy Ehlers, Linda Matthiesen, Sue Brandenburg, Whit- ney Nagelstad, Brad Harner, Jennifer Holm, Terri DeBates, Janet Nash, Janice Fick, Pat Vanderberg, Paula Benson, Cindy Wulf, Audrey Arends, Charlie Schmidt, Kathy Rosin, Kevin Hemme, Dave Olson, Tim Wethor, Mike Kraetsch, Sheree Moeller, Randy Haycraft, Terry VantHof, Harold Dunkle, ArlenKlarenbeek, Kris Roemeling, Bill DeBates, Lyle Authier, Andy Tofteland, Pam Goeske, Jolene Christensen, Jan Bird- sey, Randy Slieter, Mark Goebel, Keely Frakes, Tim Knoll, Jay Coburn, Benita Mann, Dave Kindt, Randy MaxweU, Randy Kuechenmeister, Shirley Van Peursem, Stacey Schneekloth, Bonnie Van A arisen, Roger Schomacker, Greg Watts, Rich Lat- ten, Angie Hoiland, Mickey Welch, Lisa Gradert, Todd Wandersee, Cathy Kjeislee, Kelly Dougherty,_Darcy Siebenahler, Jenny Olsen, NateRud, Dave Renes, Dave Narber. WJ long with the many other new Jjah experiences for seventh grad- IBMIers comes the joy of having band three times a week. Although they are small in number, the seventh grade band strives to prepare for their future band in- volvement . HI ave you ever wondered who plays those harmonious ____(melodies you hear fifth hour? Bach? Beethoven? Brahms? No, it is the Junior High Band under the direct ion of Katherine Porter. The 52 member band made up of eighth and ninth grade stu- dents di 1 igently practice three times a week to prepare for Senior High Band. Picture 1: Top to Bottom: Connie Kafka, Linda Ball, Marcie Sterrett. Picture 2: Miss Porter, Picture 3: Row 1: Mary Haakenson, Carol Wood- ley, Pam Eidahl, Jana Spease, Sheila Heronimus, Sharon Hoff, Beth Gib- son, Michelle Niessink. Row 2: Julie Groth, Mary Gits, Vicki Miller, Kathy Murphy, Linda Rogness, Karen Hansen, Kim Murphy, Julie Bendix, Marcie Sterrett. Picture 4: Row 1: Kathy Murphy, Mary Haakenson, Connie Kafka, Tami Hatting, Barb Wacker, Jana Spease, Lynda Gradert, Carolyn Kraetsch, Dawn Hoi me. Row 2: Patty DeBoer, Marsha Johai en, Denise Latten, Lynn Spartz, Jodi Stoltenberg, Mary Gits, Carrie Aanen- son, Kim Murphy, Debbie Mulder, Maggie McFadden, Dawn Ehde. Row 3: Rhonda Claussen, Mavis Olson, Peggi Lorenzen, Elsa Dahlen, Dennis Gyberg, Patty Salzer, Dave Haitzler, Randy Wulf, Paula VanWyhe, Tom Walker, Tom Eisner, Ann McFadden, Tom Fick, Glen Stoel, Jennifer Polzin. Row 4: Craig Niessink, Brent Gerloff, Richaixi Jeffere, Marci a Dorn, Elaine Dahlen, Marie Goeske, Lome Johnson, Dave Christensen, Sue Rolfes, Tim Hamann, Pam Hamer. 127 Band SR. HIGH CHOIR CHOIR: I Believe in Singin This year, under the direction of Mr. O'Connor the choir took on various performances. The high- light of these performances was a tour to Kansas City. The fall, Christmas, and pops concerts prepared the choir for the big tour. The Choraleers and small ensembles such as Slickers, Barbershop, and Pops went on tour also. The choir sponsored a chili feed and had a floorshow to raise money for the trip. Thev worked very hard all year and the hard work paid off at the concertsand on tour. 1. Front row: Lorna Stroeh, Kim Hellwinckel, Judy Horn, Nancy Vander Brink, Robin Klooster, Sarah Foight, Kristen Halvorson, Amy Dougherty, Sandra Christensen, Nadine Ossenfort, Linda Potter, Jana Wynia, Jane Thompson, Brenda Kurtz. Back row: Patty Scholten, Sheryl Gonner- man, Sue Bruynes, Kristi Wegner, Jolene Christensen, Ann Siebert, Annette Arends, Shawn Hatting, Kandace Ailts, Bonnie Van Aartsen, Terri Lorenzen, Melanie Johnson, Jenny Olson. 2. Front row: Peggy Van Aartsen, Amy Knoll, Jody Swenson, Janice Fick, Shelly Zinnel, Cathy McClure, Sandy Helle, Shirley Van Peursem, Jill Holm, Terri Nath, Joy Hoffman, Luanne Tilstra, Janet Nash, Sue Brandenburg, Karla Braa, Ellie Petersen, Brenda Wassenaar, Carolyn Hensel, Kim Horn. Second row: Julie Baustian, Pam Goeske, Stacey Schneekloth, Kathy Matthiesen, Sharia DeVries, Allyson Weller, Linda Brakke, Anne Hartung, Marilee Dorn, Kathy Siebenahler, Angie Dahlen, Ruth Salzer, Lisa Gradert, Carol Wynia, Deb Hamann, Jodie Klarenbeek, Deb Walgrave, Felicia Mohr, Linda Matthiesen, Cindy Wulf, Sheila Loger, Kris Menage, Sue Stordahl. Third row: Charlie Schmidt, Terry Blom, Mike Kraetsch, Tim Emery, Dave Kindt, Tim Wethor, Pete McCormick, Tim Knoll, Lyle Authier, Ken Mann, Jeff Thies, Ricky Hawes, John Neutze, Mike Haakenson, Dave Sanny, Randy Ehlers, Jeff Van Hove, Andy Mann. Back row: Dave Renes, Karli Dawes, Greg Watts, Pat Surprenant, Todd Connell, Greg Jauert, Dave Olson, Kelly Dougherty. 3. The back row of the choir protects the camera from their faces. 4. Mr. O' Connor. 129 Choir — 1. Pops group performs at the Blue Mound Inn, just one of many spots. 2. The 1978-79 barbershop quartet: Gregg Jau- ert, Tim Knoll, Ken Mann, and Jeff Van Hove. 3. The Madrigals in a typical practice session. 4. A few members of Slickers, the newest of Luverne's small singing groups, get into the mood of their music. 130 Choir JR. HIGH CHOIRS Row 1: Lori Mulder, Deanna Deutsch, Rhonda Burmeister, Michele Baker, Sheila Siebenahler, AmySpease, Debbie Blom, Stacey Klosterbuer, Jody Enninga, Sheila Eiter, Pam Klooster, Lance Hughes, Steve Wethor, Todd Iverson, Dave Eidahl, Harvey Horn, Loren Halvorson, Terry Swenson, Greg Carroll, Rick Usher. Row 2: Nancy Munns, Jody Tingelhoff, Ellen Welch, Susie Foerster, Jodie Wange, Lisa Hellwinckel, Vickie Roberts, Marcia Lupkes, Tracy Shirkey, Gloria Klarenbeek, Dawn Geslin, Todd Meinerts, Tony Baustian, Tim Olson, Joel Pickett, Scott Mark, Greg Staeffler, Hella Rye, Lynette Nies- sink, Dan McGuire, Casey Connell, Donny Kalass. Row 3: Elizabeth Gits, Michele Mann, Alicia Roemeling, Bonnie Van Dyke, Lisa Waagmerster, Jean Buffington, Sharon Smook, Michele Deyong, Annette Christiansen, Gordon Hansen, Stew- art Talbert, Robby Nelson, Jon Crampton, Karla Scherff, Beth Knoll, Danette Swenson, Lana De Groot, Joel Elbers, Barb Jacobsma. 1 Rowl: Denise Green, Sue Rolfes, Jean Clark, Don DeSplinter, Lori Stroeh, Brenda Pike, Paula Becker, Mary Mulligan, Carrie C ritz, Julie Bendix, Barb Brands, Delores Wynia, Julie Groth, Joni Nath, Bonnie Brink house. Row 2: Susan Hemme, Lori Tingelhoff, Larry Van Grootheest, Tim Hamann, Tim Vink, DawnHoime, Dawn Ehde, Kathy Murphy, Carolyn Kraetsch, Julie Loose, Sarah Johnson, Elsa Dahlen, Vikki Miller, Sheila Heronimus, Janet Baustian. Row 3: Peggi Lorenzen, Kim Theis, Julie McClure, Elaine Dahlen, Pam Harner, Lynda Gradert, Jennifer Polzin, Jill Emery, Marsha Johansen, Kathy Raak, Lisa Baustian, Marita Meinerts, Carol Woodley, Lynette Kortlever, Lisa Reu, Linda Rogness, Patty Salzer. Row 1: Sandy Frey, Sharon Buss, Julie Anderson, Nga la, Sharon Hoff, Jana Spease, Mary Gits, Sandy Kalass, Debbie Klarenbeek, Glenda Swenson, Tom Baustian, Brad Miller, Craig Niessink, Dave Bottorff, Monte Zwaan, Matt McCormick, Doran Christoffels, DanNarber, Tom Madison, Darwin Sieben- ahler, Brett Stegenga, Mark Den Herder. Row 2: Melanie Lupkes, GinaDengler, Becky Anderson, Merecie Sterrett, Carie Aanenson, Mary Surprenant, Kirti Weinman, Karen Hansen, Kelly Bx er, Paulette Wenzel, Todd Wessels, Tom Walker, Mark Merrill, Rick Nelson, Brad Franz, Ron Honken, Bruce Swenson, A1 Olson, Randy Wulf, Cory Ahrendt, David Hart- zler. Row 3: Laurie Rust, Debbie Mulder, Becky Carroll, Barb Wacker, Paula Van Whye, Kim Murphy, Marcia Dorn. Homecoming Royalty King Cliff Raak Queen Jill Holm Barb O'Toole Tim Knoll Val Russman Kevin Brandenburg Kathy Rosin Jeff Van Hove Sharon Hoff Dick Hocking Teresa Clark Jeff Elbers Jennifer Holm Randy Haycra H homecoming ... A special time for all. The week started out with participation of the student body in spirit week ___|dress up. A variety of exhuberations were 50's, inside- out, formal dress, and Red-White hat day. At coronation, Dave Sanny captivated the audience, building up suspense prior to the crowning of Jill and Cliff. At Friday's pep fest, Brad Snyders and Sue Ililbrands were selected Mr. and Mrs. Spirit. John Michael's disco set the mood for the annual Homecoming Dance following a Cardinal loss of 8 to 28. •Shuring sixth and seventh I llhours on Friday , Decem- Jfjber fifteenth, seniors were busy decorating for the following evening's activi- ties. Again, because of everyone's busy schedule, snoball was held on a Satur- day night. Roses, formats, dinner, and dancing were all part of the festive evening. Also the senior class presented John Neutze, Luverne's AFS student from New Zealand, and Anne Hartung, Rotary exchange stu- dent from Denmark, with flow- ers . The dance inspired the Christmas spirit and provided a time for rest and relaxa- tion . 1. The dance floor. 2. John Neutze and his date enjoy a cup of punch. 3. John Lindstrom and Whitney Nagelstad have a bite to eat before the dance. 4. Tim Frakes and Linda Brakke cannot believe they are getting their picture taken. 5. People relax from theirvig- orous dancing. 6. Allyson Weller and her date take a stroll. 7. Larry Melzer and Laurie DeWispelaere sit under San- ta's watchful eye. 134 Snoball 135 Snoball Midwinter Dance Beauty and The 2nd Annual Children's Theatre Troupe, under the direction of Dave Shapley, presented the three act play, Beauty and the Beast, to the public on November 9 and 10. The cast and crew were also priveleged to present the play at the Palace Theatre for two matinees on November 7. Three more shows were given on the 9th and 10th for Luverne's K-8. On November 15, the troupe traveled to Pipestone and Slayton for two more performances. The play was a success, and everyone gained a lot of experience by traveling and per- forming on unfamilar stages before varied audiences. the Beast 1. A llyson Weller and Dave Sanny in Sybil's cottage, 2. Mr, Shapley, 3, Carolyn Hensel, Kristi Wegner, Harold Dunkle, and Cathy McClure as the village teenagers. 4, Loading the bus. 5, Mickey Welch and Ken Mann in Beauty's cottage. 6. Tom Herman and Julie McFadden in the Beast's castle. 7. Sign on South Hiway 75. 8. Linda Brakke and Teri Busse as the musicians. 9. Clockwise from top: Todd Wandersee, Darcy Burmeister, Lori Baustian, LaDonna Cleveringa, Jody Klarenbeck, Kevin Elbers, and Merlin Meinerts make up the crew, 10. Paula Reisch and Julie McFadde” as the dwarf and Beauty. The 1978-79 Pop Queens - Barb O'Toole, Jill Holm wFs Q TOEim In the annual, in years past, those that have had their picture taken are those that are associated with school activities. There are, however, many students that participate in activities outside of the school. And here they are. . . Winners in the Doug McGuire look alike contest. The Flushable Ashtray The Twins of '79—Jolene and Colleen Obermoller, Terry and Tim Kikeland, Teri and Tami Busse, Keith and Kevin Kuechenmeister. embers of the Rheingan's Fan Club include left to right: Terry Biikeland, Cliff Raak, E ad lyders, Paul Brehm, Kevin Brandenberg, Dave Sanxxy. The idol! 138 Miscellaneous EE ACHERS fflCVJLTV I believe in Kids . . . Teachers. Where would students be without them? Here at L.H.S. we are repre- sented with a wide variety of faculty members. We have everything, ranging in various shapes and sizes. All have their own way of showing their concern and appreciation for students. Some resort to tipping desks, or throwing yardsticks, while others bite fingers or throw pencils. Yes, L.H.S. is truly blessed! Many faculty members are duo-person- alities. One hour they're measuring angles, while the next they're basket- ball heads, or ticket pickers. So, whether it be Mr. Franz or Miss Buseman, be on the lookout. They're trying to tell you something! Roger C. Aaberg St. Cloud State University B. S. Eugene Benciix University of South Dakota M. N. S. Louise Berg Augustana College B. A. Warren R. Bidwell North Central Bible College B. A. George H. Bonnema University of South Dakota M. A. Sherril Buscman South Dakota State University B. A. Dave Cain Augustana College B.A. Laurin Carroll University of South Dakota M.A. Ernest Dahlberg Cornell College B.A. Debra Dunn Mankato State University B. S. Page Duroe Augustana College B.A. Keith Erickson Mankato State University M. S. G. Ima Paine School Of Hard Knock's Harry Franz South Dakota State University M. S. Gordon P. Gits Mankato State University M.S. Jane Hagedom Calvin College A. B. Secondary Education Emily Harms Augustana College M A. Kathleen Hemme Mankato State University B. S. G C. Hussong Central College B. A Jerome Jensen Dakota St. College B.S. Dale Knoll Mankato State University M.A. Nancy Kroese Northwestern College B.A. Kathy Long University of Minnesota B S. Lester Mahaffay Bemidji State University M.S. I believe in you . Elmer Menage Kearney State College M.A Janice Nelson Concordia College B.A. Larry Nelson University of South Dakota M.A. Terry Nelson Mankato State University B.S. Stephen B. O' Connor University of South Dakota M. M. Olga Olson Mankato State University B. S. James Ouverson South Dakota State University M.E Sam Polzin Mankato State University B. S. Katherine Porter Augustana College B. A Terry Rheingans University of Minnesota B. A. Cheryl Roberts Mankato State University B.S: Joseph E. Roberts Mankato State University B.S Emerson Russman Wayne State B. A.E. James Sanden Northwestern State College B.S. Kim Schmidt Augustana College B.A David H. Shapley Mankato State University M S. Paul Schubeck South Dakota State University B. S. Esther Spease Mankato State University B.S. David Svingen Concordia College B.A. Dolly Talbert Bemidji State University B. S. Terry Treichel St. Cloud State University B.S. Deb Ward St. Cloud State University B. S. Charles Weinman Mankato State University M.S. Brad Windschill St. John's University B.A. lit. “it.il I ? PIRECTOI ADMINISTRATION: The Men Behind The Scenes This year Luverne said goodbye to old and welcomed the new. On January 1, Mr. Eitreim re- tired as superintendent of the Luverne school system. His retirement marked the end of a career which had lasted 43 years. Thirty-six of those years were spent at LHS. Along with the position here in Luverne, Mr. Eitreim also served on additional boards and committees such as President of the Minnesota State High School League, President of Dis- trict Eight and President of the Luverne Rotary Club. Filling his shoes was Mr. Norman Miller. Mr. Miller graduated from Bemid.i i State University in 1960. Mr. Miller comes to us from Spring Valley, Minnesota., where he was sup- erintendent . 1. Mr. Harner. 2, Mr. Rath. 3. The new snperintendert, Mr, Miller. 4. Mr. Erickson and Mr. Eitreim at the retirement banquet for Mr. Eitreim. SCHOOL BOARD 1. Denny Clark. 2. A1 Slieter. 3. Erling Tofteland. 4. Art Wulf. 5. Wendell Goeske. 6. Non Welch. 7. Verlyn Johnson. 8 and 9. School board members solve the district’s problems. The school board: seven con- cerned people who work for the betterment of the school dis- trict and student education. Our board is constantly caught between financial capabilities, increasing educational demand, and declining student enrollment. Every other Monday night, school board members meet to discuss and and solve problems of district 670. This year teachers, as well as stu- dents, have attended meetings regu- larly in order to make their specific need known to the school board mem- bers. Although their decisions are often controversial, we realize it is in the best interest of students, teachers, and parents. 145 School Board Who REALLY Runs the Show? Across: Sharon DeVries, Red hreland, Duane Pike, Delores Wendt, Roger Henderson, Sig Jacobson, Hilke G pit els, Janferaelson, Pauline Ailts, Vivian Bryan, Bud Bryan. | 1 ho are some of the people 11 Jbehind the scenes at LHS? Give it a thought! What would we do without our bus drivers? Those hardworking people see to it every day that all you country kids get brought to town and home again. Then there are the devoted men and women who keep our school looking its best with clean halls, shiny windows, and green lawns. These are the people who make it easier to say, I believe in LHS! Row 1: Bob Mann, Henreitta Hargesheimer, Clarence Hargesheimer, Del Slagel. Row 2: John Navara, Morris DeWispelaere, Marv Doeing, Lin Becker, Merle Hamann. Ruth aid Kurt Nielson clean up the teachers' lounge. Tools of the trade. Behind the Scenes Above: Row 1: Cheryl Heikes, Mariam Hansen, Stubbe, Adrianna Wagley, Joyce Hansen Row Elaine Snyders, Zoe Harnack. Row 2: Margaret 2: Dorothy Diekmann, Erna Jessen, Pat Stolten- Winte.', Connie Nash, Sharan Ho nermann, Mar- burg, Nettie Slieter. lene Mann. Below: Row 1: Marg Jepson, Lila Gur kitchen helpers, cooks, sec- retaries, and our faithful little nurse all have an important part in the functioning of our school. We don’t always think of all the things they do for us. But without some- body to take care of our makeup slips, tardy slips, someone to cook your meals, and care for our aches and pains, we would remem- ber these impor- tant people in a hurry. Our school nurse, Colleen Hoyme I Believe, I believe for every drop of rain that falls A flower grows I believe that somewhere in the darkest night A candle glows I believe for everyone who goes astray Someone will come to show the way I believe, I believe above the storm The smallest prayer can still be heard I believe that someone in the great some- where Hears each word And everytime I hear a newborn baby cry Or touch a leaf Or see the sky Then I know why I believe . . . ---- We, the senior editors, would like to sincerely ac- knowledge the work and help of the following people: 1. Our staff, some more competent than others, who usually met deadlines. 2. The typists. Why did they ever put up with this mess? 3. The photographers. Why did we ever put up with their mess? 4. Mr. Weinman and Mr. Bonnema, for all their help, misguidance, and extreme patience. 5. And last., but surely not least, Mr. Eitreim, for all his help and caring. Best of luck to Diane, Jenna, C. W., Mr. B., etc.’ on next year's book. May the hair on your feet grow ever longer: The Senior Editors. 148 Postlude