Alcester High School - Cubette Yearbook (Alcester, SD)

Text from Pages 1 - 96 of the 1973 volume:

Volume XXV Alcester High School Alcester, South Dakota 2 We approach,reach, and pass points of contact every hour, moment, and second of our life’s experience. We are ail, in effect, living in an eternal “Countdown To Contact” Foreword Each and every “Countdown to Contact ' would have been impossible to re- cord. However, this 1973 Cubette, will hopefully serve to “prime the pumpn of your memory, enabling you to relive the moment it does record and bringing many more to mind that would otherwise lie forgotten. Table of Contents At right: Principal Don Zingler and Superintendent Ken Wurtz. Mr. Zingler also serves as a chemistry and driver education teacher. Six Teachers Join fl.H.S. Faculty Six new faculty members came to Alcester High School this year. They were Mr. Peterson, who was engaged to teach physical science, physics, Algebra I, and general math, Mr. Quick, who taught agriculture and agriculture shop, Mrs. Goldammer, who became head librarian and taught eighth grade English, and English II, Mr. Joachim, who filled the post of B-team basketball coach, and taught English I, III, and IV; Mr. Carlson, who was responsible for art, grades 1-12, and Mr. Wurtz, who was superintendent. These new teachers, and the ones who remained from the preceding year were the ones who were responsible for guiding the students in their search for knowledge. But, this was one small part of a vast total work load. They served as class and special group advisors, maintained discipline through such methods as detention slips and desk patrol. They also kept track of students in study hall, and supervised the stu- dents on long trips. These additional things are the things that add difficulty as well as variety to the teaching profession. Below: Mr. Joachim helps Charmain Hagen and Nancy Kraakmo with their homework. Mr. Robert Abraham-Guidance Counselor. Mr. Darwin Brown-Bookkeeping, Business Law, General Business, Athletics. Mr. Robert Carlson-Art I, Art II, Grade School Art. Mrs. Virginia Ericson-Home Economics. 6 Mis. Sherry Goldammer-English II, 8th grade English, Librarian. Mrs. Charlotte Hedeen-Instrumental Music. Mr. Jerry Joachim-English I, III, IV, Atheltics. Mr. Glenn Kroger-Biology, Athletics. Mrs. Ericson leads a discussion in Consumer Problems, a home eco- nomics mini-course. Mr. Vcrlc Peterson-Central Math, Algebra I, Physical Science, Physics. Mr. Melvin Ptak-Typing, Office Education, Shorthand. Mr. Delmar Schnabel-German I, German II, Geometry, Algebra II, Senior. Math. Mr. Larry Siemonsma-Physical Education, Athletics. Mr. James Quick-Agriculture, Agriculture Shop. Mr. Loyal Saugstad—Elementary Principal. Mr. Paul Sorensen-Economics, Sociology, American Government. Miss Connie Uttecht-Vocal Music. Clubs Receive Representation on Council Alcester’s Student Council held irregular meetings throughout the year to discuss the schools activities, school policy, and troubles. New members were added to the Student Council this year: from German Club, A-Club, FFA, FHA, and Pep Club. Members were chosen from each of these groups and from each class. The council consisted of seven seniors, four ju- niors, three sophomores, and two freshmen. Mr. Zingler also added his skill to the council, as an advisor. Student Body President, Larry Hebert and a senior member, Joe Gubbrud, attended a Seminar at Yankton on Area Student Councils to get a few new ideas. Student Council was in charge of planning the Christ- mas party, for which they selected a movie. They, also, were in charge of plans for Homecoming, Sweetheart, and by selecting bands, making refreshments, and decorating the gym. Other activities were selecting attendants from the first and second grade for Homecoming Coronation, organizing a noon lunch, and Grub Day. 8 1st row sitting-Jane Eiiers. Brad Kiewel, Kay Hendricks, Tim Win- quist, Carol Danielson, JoAnne Merrick. 2nd row-Jeff Wilson, Doug Reppe, Frances Reppe, Vicky Thormodsgaard, Mary Jo Ronning. 3rd row standing-Larry Hebert. Kim Eiiers. Mr. Zingler, Joe Gubbrud, Todd Hughes, Dennis Rolfes. Larry Hebert and Joe Gubbrud crown the “Grub Day” king and queen. “Grub Day” was one of the activities sponsored by the student council. This sign advertised a useful tool in student government. Ms Want f Vacare ht Student C.ou n A Will Cross Age Peer Helpers; 1st row: Carla Buum, Duane Johnson, Doug Reppe, Shelle Trudeau, Diane Rolfes, Traci Smith, Carol Danielson, Gcnda Hughes, Curt Johnson. 2nd row: Sherri Harlow. Mark Larson, Steve Sigman, Larry Hebert, Eldon Saugstad, Paula McKee, Jean Vreugdenhill, Carla Johnson, Curtis Hebert. 3rd row: Lisa Sogn, Duane Ryken, Carolyn Johnson, Becky Cooper, Lynn Hagen, Joe Gubbrud, Steve Heiman, James Jurgensen, Lome Wetrosky, Steve Farley, Brian Eden. 4th row: Sheryl Solberg, Debbie Moller, Jane Eilers, Brenda Crawford, Sue Bcrgdaie, Linda Rogness, Kirk Johnson, Darla Anderson. Mary Jo Ronning, Sharon Danielson, Cindy Warner. LaVonne Limoges. Number of “Peer Helpers” Increases The Cross-Age Peer Help program was offered again this year. It was designed so that high school students could help in the lower grades. There was, therefore, more individualized help for those who needed it and the teacher could work with his students on a one to one basis. The high school students involved, did this usually everyday at the same time, voluntarily giving up some of their own study hall time. However, this did vary, depending on the time of day the class met. The students picked the subjects that they wanted to help with, according to their personal interests. All grades and subjects were covered according to the needs of the class and teacher. Some classes, therefore, had more than one cross-age peer helper and some cross-age peer helpers had more than one class. Above, at left;Glenda Hughes helps the second graders with math. At left; Eldon Saugstad aides second graders with reading. 9 “Special Services Are Too Often Ignored In our school there were several people who were some- times overlooked. These were the people who came under the heading of Special Services. It would be hard to imagine a school system running smoothly without their aid. Each of these people had a specific task to complete. The custodians endeavored to keep the school neat and clean. They were here before anyone else in the morning and were usually the last to leave. It was the bus drivers responsibility to drive the student to and from school, in various weather and road conditions. The teacher’s-aides freed the teachers of several respon- sibilities and provided the opportunity for the students to re- ceive individual in-class instruction. The cooks provided a nutritiously balanced hot meal each day. Mr. Larson, the school business manager, kept tabs on the funds for the school and Mrs. Lingert handled the cor- respondence and kept track of the attendance records. Left custodians-Mr. Embrock, Mrs. Solberg, and Mark Buum. Above teacher’s-aides-Mrs. Diedtrich, Mrs. Johnson, Mrs. Quick, and Mrs. Hongslo. At right, cooks-Mrs. Jenkinson, Mrs. Hakl, Mrs. Johnson, Mrs. Schouten, Mrs. Anderson, and Mrs. Harders. 10 At left, Mrs. Dietrich, a teacher’s-aide. helps with the second grade. Below, bus drivers-Lloyd Saugstad, Rosa Muller, Jack Richter, Faye Oaks, Gaylan Reiser, and James Quick. Business manager Donowan Larson and school secretary Marchi Ungert are shown above. 11 Owen Buum, Gordon Crawford, vice-president; Richard Merrick. School Board: left to right-Dennis Hultgren, Rodney Schempp, Don Larson,business manager; Kenneth Wurtz, Roger Anderson, president; The school board consults Superintendent Wurtz on plans for the new school. School Board Supervises Construction Working on plans for the new elementary school and gymnasium is one of the main duties the school board has encountered this year. The new school’s main construction is being done by the Bouska Construction Company from Tyn- dall, South Dakota. At the present time the bids for the fur- nishings of the school and the bleachers are being closely considered by the school board. The school, despite interrup- tions caused by weather is expected to be completed by this fall and finished to be ready for students by the 1973-74 school year. The school board has many concerns besides the plans for the new school. The school board is in charge of offering contracts to teachers, setting up the budget, and helping to set up the curriculum. These with many other responsibilities and challenges is what the school board must decide on in order to keep our school running smoothly. 12 “Traditional” Senior Activities Experience Change Several changes took place this year in the “traditional” activities and privileges enjoyed by the seniors. Instead of the usual one-day educational trip to Omaha, the seniors this year took a half-day off and went to nearby Sioux Falls. The school board also okayed a petition circulated among the parents of the seniors, that enabled the seniors to have the last week of school off. There was also a change in the curriculum. Instead of the full year of government, taught in the traditional manner, they were offered a choice between several mini-courses which covered specific areas of government in which each student was interested. One semester of this or two-mini- courses was required. Nineteen seventy-three also was a year which marked several momentous decisions for each individual senior. Such decisions as to go to college or to technical school or maybe even find a job. Commencement exercises were held on May 24. The class motto was “What we are to be, we are now becoming.” The class flower was the rose and the colors were blue and white. Senior class officers were: president-Lloyd Roduner, vice-president-Peggy Newman, secretary Dennis Rolfes, and treasurer-Joe Hendricks. Student council representatives were Carol Danielson, JoAnne Merrick, and Joe Gubbrud. The class advisor was Mr. Sorensen. Valorie Hagen was the Union County DAR representative. 14 Curtis Anderson Carol Danielson Delvonna Bern Jerald Day Carla Buum Rhonda Farley Mark Buum Kim Eilers Joe Gubbrud Mary Hartman Valorie Hagen Larry Hebert Sherri Harlow Joe Hendricks Broc Hartman Steve Heiman Todd Hughes Blake Larson Larry Israel JoAnne Merrick Carla Johnson Lisa Miner Debbie Jurrens Peggy Newman 15 Gloria Osterkamp Julie Persinger Eldon Saugstad Ricky Schempp Lloyd Roduner Dennis Rolfes Desiree Sigman Steve Sigman Valorie Hagen and Carla Johnson listen to Mr. Sorenson explain income tax in the new American government mini-course “Over- view.” 16 Seniors Participate Actively Both in School and Out Venita Swanson Gerald Thompson King Dennis Rolfes and Queen Carol Danielson reign over the David Van Engen Joe Vik “Grub Day ” festivities. At left, above: Senior and student body president, Larry Hebert, speaks with Bruce Hanks who presented an assembly program on Abraham Lincoln. At right, above: Joe Gubbrud, a senior, is just one of the juniors and seniors who got to try their skill at “Hat in the Ring,” a game used in one of the government mini-courses. At left: Larry Israel becomes the first male in A.H.S. history to become the Betty Crocker Home- maker of Tomorrow. Darla Anderson Cynthia Baker Kenneth Berg Sharon Danielson Bruce Day Jim Dunlap Bryan Eden Mr. Zingler explains chemistry to Mary Sundstrom and Jean Vreugdenhil Joni Eilers Charles Ericson Gloria Espeland Barry Fickbohm Lynn Hagen Grant Homandberg Kent Hongslo Jim Huenink Glenda Hughes Nancy Jahn Dwayne Johnson Kirk Johnson Tim Johnson Mike Kjose Rhonda Kleinhans Brad Kruse Rhonda Larson Paula McKee 18 Juniors Work to Earn Money for Prom Materials used in the new government minicourses. This year the Juniors worked hard to make money. They made use of the traditional methods for earning the money. They were; selling magazines, selling concessions at the basketball games, and presenting a class play. The pro- ceeds from these activities went towards making the nine- teen-hundred seventy-three Junior-Senior Prom a memorable event. Besides homework during the month of November, the Juniors worked on presenting the play ‘The Worm Shall Squirm”. This year there was also the excitement of receiving the long-awaited class rings. Doug Reppe and Joni Eilers rep- resented the Junior class as attendants for Homecoming. In May the class officers acted as honor guards for the gradua- tion. Even with the excitement of all the things that hap- pened, the Juniors had to take on many responsibilities. Many of the students began thinking over their future plans, and pre-registered for courses that could be of value to their senior year. Therefore with the fun, came increased respon- sibility. Class officers were: President-Darla Anderson, Vice- President Kent Hongslo, Secretary-Lynn Osterkamp, Trea- surer-Dwayne Johnson. Student council representatives were Doug Reppe, Mary Jo Ronning, and Tim Winquist. The class advisor was Mr. Joachim. Doug Reppe Cheryl Richter Linda Rogness Mary Jo Ronning Paul Saugstad Lisa Sogn Kathy Solem Mary Sundstrom Vicky Thormodsgaard dint Tucker Danny TuckcT Dave VanBallegooyen Jean Vreugdenhil Dave Warner Roger Wennblom Lome Wetrosky Tim Winquist Keith Wurtz Denton Anderson James Baker Kenn Barnes Becky Cooper John Dunlap Rodney Eden Brent Erickson Steve Farley Brenda Gabel Edward Gross Dave Ham mitt Curtis Hebert Kevin Hebert Scott Heiman Kay Hendricks Marlys Holtkamp Mike Israel Joyce Jahn Carolyn Johnson Kurt Johnson Loren Johnson Ten-y Johnson James Jurgensen Gary Kots Randy Medema becomes one of the few sophomores ever to win the local Voice of Democracy contest. 20 Curriculum Changes for Sophomores Mike Israel and Becky Cooper are two of the many sophomores who were given a choice this year between Biology I and la. Biology I being for those who plan on entering college. The sophomores began their second year of high school by experiencing a change in the usual curriculum. Instead of just one biology course, they had a choice between biology I and biology la. Biology 1 being an indepth study of biology meant primarily for students who planned to go to college. Biology la was a more general study for students who just wanted basic biological knowledge. They were required to take English II, and physical education. To complete their schedules they could take agriculture II, home economics II, personal typing, geometry, general business, typing I, or art I. They could also partici- pate in the cross-age peer help program. The sophomores also took part in after school co-cur- ricular activities, as well as such duties as building the bon- fire for Homecoming and selling magazines to increase their class treasury. Ten of them are chosen (with two alternates) to serve at the Junior-Senior Banquet. At the end of the year they provided flowers and other decorations for commence- ment. The sophomore class officers were President-Steve Farley, Vice-President-Dave Hammitt, Secretary-Marlys Holtkamp, and Treasurer-Becky Cooper. Student Council representatives-Jeff Wilson and Frances Reppe. Their advisor was Mrs. Goldammer. Susan Pearson Rodney Renville Frances Reppe Rhonda Richter Doug Rogness Diane Rolfes Richard Roti Duane Ryken David Steeneck Lome Stubbs Shelle Trudeau Charles Vreugdenhil Cindy Warner Jeff Wilson Leland Zweifel Terry Kjose 21 Freshmen Begin With Anticipation The freshmen class, made up of thirty-four members, began their years of high school with eagerness and anticipa- tion. All freshmen were required to take English I, physical science, and physical education. They were given choice be- tween such electives as general business, algebra I, math, agriculture I, and driver’s education to fill up their scheduled time. The opportunity to participate in high school co-cur- ricular activities was a new experience. These included vocal and instrumental music, freshmen football, basketball, track, cross-country, and wrestling. Freshmen were required to take the Lorge Thorndike Intelligence test, the Iowa Tests of Educational Develope- ment, and the Kuder Interest Survey. So that the faculty, and even the students themselves, could have a more accurate picture of where they are in their education. One of the highlights of their first year was the annual magazine drive. Their class was on top with the highest class total. A freshmen, Randy Hakl, was high salesman this year. The class advisor was Mr. Brown. Class officers were as follows: President—Jahn Hultgren, Vice-President-Doyle Barnes, Secretary—Nancy Kraakmo, Treasurer—Donna Huen- ink. Student Council representatives were Brad Kiewel and Jane Eilers. Doyle Barnes Sue Bergdale Brenda Gawford John Duncan Jane Eilers Sherea Gabel Char main Hagen Randy Hakl Jim Haney Douglas Harvey Renae Homandberg Ricky Hongslo Donna Huenink Barry Hughes Jahn Hultgren Bill Jenkinson Valerie Johnson Vaughn Johnson 22 Bob Keizer Bradley Kiewel 9 Mitch Kjose Nancy Kraakmo Pat Kruse Juli Roti Perry Schempp Kurt Sommervold Larry Ymker Henry Zabel Marlene Larson Kevin Merrick Tory Merrick Susie Peterson Richard Richter Lori Roskeland Mr. Peterson helps Charmain Hagen in Algebra I. Brad Kiewel becomes the first freshman to take a foreign lan- guage. 23 8th grade: 1st row: Cindy Anderson, Leisa Larson, Debbie Ander- Rhonda Twedt. James Jervik. 3rd row: Rhonda Thompson, Laura son, Mary Anderson, Clifton Saugstad. Timmy Osterkamp, Dale Hendricks, Lori Hongslo, Merth Ludwig. Bradley Kleinhans, Scott Pearson, Kevin Sebesta. Scott Sundstrom, Darrel Warner, Mr. Lusk, Micheal Schouten, Randy Wyen, Stuart Heiman, Gene John- Kroger. 2nd row: Pat Hughes, Debbie Jensen, Joyce Emker, Karen son, Jerry Ymker, Waren Johnson, Joe Onnen. Hackel, Michelle, Evyln Dunlap, Shirly Johnson, Serena Barnes, Grade Students Spend Last Year In Old Building This was the last year grade school students would spend in the old building that next year would house only grades 7- 12. They were going to “graduate” from their present grade right into a new school. But this didn't seem to make a differ- ence, at least in the usual routine of the year. The kindergar- teners were still just getting started, and to all the rest it was just another year of the same old stuff. Or was it? This year was different in several respects. First of all, they now had art, not just as a class with the same teacher as for other things, but as a class with a teacher whose only job was to teach them the fun of creating a work of art. Kindergarten children have taken many field trips, they have had a cross-age peer helper to provide more individual attention. A first grade project has been raising snail and gup- pies, and have caused an explosion. The second graders have been raising meal worms and fruit flies. While the third graders have had various animals such as a camelion. Fourth graders have raised snails and points of reference. The fifth graders have been studying energy, energy sources, along with their environment, and the sixth graders have studied the Ecosys- tem, and electricity. All grades, 1-6, have used the SCIS Science Program, which gives the idea of exploring, and discovering. Nora, the 1st of the rural school, has been busy working on various projects. Above: Mr. Lloyal Saugstad serves as elementary principal and teaches science. 24 At left: The eighth grade boys participating in music class. 7th grade: 1st row: Brian Steeneck, Michael Lappegard, Randy Schcoller- man. Rhonda Ryken, Madonna DeVries, Heather Lusk, Ruth Hultgren. Jill Homandberg, Brian Crawford, Mrs. Meadors. 2nd row: Gail Jacob, Candy Osterkamp, Martin Schiefcn, Randy Ronning, Chcrie Sorlie, Donna Smith, Dianna Zingler, Pam Hibbard, Patti McKee, Tom Zingler. 3rd row: Todd Hakl, Adrian Ludwig. Jeff Hall, Rhonda Wyen, Kristi Lingert, Janet Vreug- denhil, Wendy Schempp. Pam Briggle, Wanda Onnen. At left: Mrs. Bartlett helps seventh grade boys with their English assign- ment. 25 Grade 6-lst row-Keith Anderson, Michael Stubbs, Cxaig Ander- ton, Brian Berg, James Rosemore, Neil Barnes, Roy Haney, Kevin Reiser, Troy Sonichsen, Mrs. Hultgren. 2nd row-Nina Barnes, Rhonda Facobs, Brenda Winquist, Rachelie Merrick, Joelle Leafstedt, Janet Smith, Danny Buum, Steve Hughes, Kendal Roti, Doug Jensen. 3rd row-Randy Schouten, Todd Mer- rick, Brian Ludwig, David Schiefen, Audrey Van Ball egooyen, Sheryl Gabel, Machelle Newberg, Kay Lapour, Mary Dunlap, Marilee Hagen, Monica Qark, Elma Ymker. Grade 5-1st row-Joel Hagen, Julie Kjose, Janice Pearson, Joni Johnson, Valorie Smith, Belinda Cooper, Scott Kroger, Paul Buum, Joey Limoges, Rachele Reierson. 2nd row-Mrs. Huebner, Glenn Jensen, Doug Schouten, Jaimey Schempp, Kevin Gross, Kevin Hamilton, Darwin Ryken, Mark Eden, Kendall Peterson, James Hughes. 3rd row-Erin Lusk, Kelly Lapour, Jennee Lind, Sandra Green, Cindy Gabel, Susan Devries, Brenda Steeneck, Stephanie Lappagard. Grade 4-1st row-Ruth Ymker, Nancy Zingler, Dwayne Rose- more, Kent Anderson, Duane Onnen, Mike Zingler. Michael New- berg, Judy Jensen, Jolynne Crawford, Shelly Osterkamp. 2nd row-Mrs. Gementson, Barbara Edanger, LeAnne Ungert, Heidi Hughes, Rhonda Jurgenson, Susan Heiman, Nancy Bergdale, Hol- ly Merrick, Kristen Treiber, Rebecca Johnson. 3rd row-Leslie Peterson, Chris Embrock, Keith Leafstedt, Scott Kruse, Mark Fickbohm, Diane Ludwig, Scott Livingston, Matt Eilers, Scott McKee, Kevin Schoellerman. Grade 3-1st row-Rochelle Twedt, Robin Embrock, Joanne Lind, JoAnn Zingler, Tara Sonnichsen, Wayne Johnson, Mark Newberg, Machele Hartman, Kathy Jensen, Mrs. Cole. 2nd row- Tamara Reierson, Dennis Tucker, Toshia Miner, Tim Anderton, Kevin Kroger, Kenneth Keiser, Tim Berg, Qay Qark. 3rd row Mrs. Quick, Dick Anderson, David Farely, Kathy Weyen, Mathew Onnen, Dorette Iverson, Susan Schiefer, Grant Gubbrud, Rhonda Hakl. Grade 2-1st row-James Riewe, Mildred Jensen, Timothy Warner, Teresa Limoges, Lisa Kleinhans, Kristy Holthe, Leisa Johnson, Barbara Cooper, Kirsten Johnson, Mrs. Anderson. 2nd row-Patty Hammitt, Amy Sundstrom, Keith Lapour, Karlinda Schouten, Chonette Bern, Daniel Schoellerman, Randy Hongslo, Pamela Tucker. Grade 1-lst row-Toomy McKee, Sally Hamilton, Lydia Miner, Kevin Jacobs, Mark Sheldon, Tony Haney, Jeanine Hagen. Landra Allan, Beverly Ekonger. 2nd row-Mrs. McCormick, Patti Pearson, Todd Embrock, Michael Hongslo, Jeff Thompson, Erik Jonhson, Bryan Satter, Debbie Holthe, Jill Abraham, Trent Nel- son. 3rd row-Michael Gross, Robert Heiman, Jonnette Joseph, Todd Wells, Melanie Ronning, Paul Olson, Kathryn Treiber, Jer- ry Riewe, Steven Hartman, Angela Smith. Kindergarten-1st row-Mrs. Bartlett, Teresa Sogn, Stephanie Vanderham, Karl Treiber, Randy Ymker, Lezle Hammer. Lisa Reierson, Tamara Sohn. Patricia Limoges, Tamra Tucker, Terry Parker, Michael Schumacher, Mitchell Merrick, Mrs. Crawford. Warner, Carl Johnson, Jeffrey Kruid, Mary Weyen. 2nd row-Tina School District Maintains 1 Rural School Nora School-1st row-Ryan Ronning, Karen Swanson, Rhoda Sommervold, Mrs. Tiltrum. Bryan Sommervold, Jason Peterson, Sommervold, Jane Quail, Lisa Swanson, Kevin Peterson, Dean Jarvis Peterson, Bentley St. Peter, Chad Lewison. 28 At right: The A team cheerleaders give it all they have at “often frigid football games. Pep Club Arouses Spirit This year the Pep Club started a Cheerleaders’ Fund in which the pep club set aside money to help pay for the cheerleaders’ uniforms, money which they made in various activities like a car wash at the beginning of the year, holding a bake sale, selling Homecoming mums, and handling coat check at basketball games. The officers this year were: presi- dent-Darla Anderson, vice-president-Lorrie Wetroski, sec- retary-Gloria Espeland, treasurer—Rhonda Kleinhans, and advisor-Miss Connie Uttecht. The members of Pep Club participated in various pep skits and made pep signs to dem- onstrate school spirit. The cheerleaders put in hours of practice preparing to arouse the spirit of the student body who attended the pep rallies and games. The A-team cheerleaders are chosen in the spring of the preceding year by the student body. The 1973 A-team cheerleaders were: Carla Buum, Joni Eilers, Sharon Danielson, and Kay Hendricks. The B-team cheerleaders were chosen, however, in the fall of the year by the student body. The B-team cheerleaders were Jane Eilers, Sue Bergdale, Car- olyn Johnson, and Debbie Moller. Above: The A team cheerleaders line up for a cheer at a basketball game. At right: Pep club officers: Darla Anderson President, Gloria Espe- land-Secretary, Lorrie Wetrosky - Vice-president, and Rhonda Klein- hans-Treasurer. 30 The Pep band played a large part in keeping the spirit high during basketball games. A team cheerleaders: Jone Eilers, Kay Hendricks, Sharon Danielson, Carla Buum. B team cheerleaders: 1st row: Carolyn Johnson and Debbie Moller. 2nd row: Sue Bergdale and Jane Eilers. Above-Cubette staff-sitting-Lisa Sogn. Traci Smith, Lorrie Wetro- Rhonda Kleinhans. 3rd row-Mary Sundstrom, Sue Bergdale, Linda sky, Gloria Espeland, Sheryl Solberg, Carla Buum, Sherri Harlow, Mr. Rogness, Mary Jo Ronning, Renae Homandberg, Larry Israel. Sorensen. 2nd row-Kay Hendricks, Rhonda Richter, Paula McKee, Cubette Staff Creates Countdown to Contact Below-Cubette staff members Linda Rogness, Mary Jo Ronning, Larry Israel, and Mary Sundstrom work on pages of the Cubette. The Cubette Staff focused their 1973 creation around the theme •‘Countdown to Contact,” trying to cover all the aspects of life at AHS during the year in order to create last- ing memories in the minds of the readers. Much time was spent writing, typing stories, planning and organizing pages, and the many other things that made this yearbook possible. Mr. Paul Sorensen and the staff spent many long hours putting the yearbook together. The staff consisted of editor-Larry Israel, assistant editor -Mary Sundstrom, two copy editors- Mary Jo Ronning and Linda Rogness, two copy writers-Traci Smith and Sheryl Solberg, business manager-Lor- rie Wetrosky, five business staff mem- bers-Sherrie Harlow, Lisa Sogn, Kay Hendricks, Rhonda Farley, and Renae Homandberg, photographyer— Sue Bergdale, and the typists-Carla Buum, Paula Mckee, Rhonda Kleinhans, and Gloria Espeland. This year at the Press Conference in Brookings the 1972 yearbook received an “All State” rating, which is the highest possible. Several members of the staff attended an Inter-Collegiate Press workshop in Sioux Falls, and picked up some helpful hints in jour- nalism. At right-Editorial staff—Linda Rogness, Carla Buum, Lorrie Wetrosky, Mary Jo Ron- ning, Mary Sundstrom, and Larry Israel. 32 Dakota Reveals News at Student Level The Alcester High School student news was reflected each month through the school paper, the DAKOTA. The DAKOTA was written and edited entirely by the student staff members. Despite many last minute additions and re- visions, the DAKOTA staff succeeded in putting out their monthly paper covering the various school activities. The stu- dents who helped publish the paper gained experience in journalism for future use. The DAKOTA is edited to give parents, teachers, and students a summary of what happened during the month: it gives a schedule for the month, sports results, stories of spe- cial events and occasions, interesting editorials, and features interviews with a few seniors each month. Valorie Hagen, the 1972-73 editor of the DAKOTA, had the exhausting job of keeping the work on the DAKOTA running smoothly. The art editors, Carol Danielson and Lisa Sogn, have the job of writing the headlines and drawing original sketches for the paper. These, along with the feature editors, Carla Buum and Sherri Harlow, the sport editors, Curt Anderson and Steve Heiman, and their assistants, Kent Hongslo and Brad Kruse, typists, and twenty reporters, made up the staff that worked along with their advisor, Mr. Melvin Ptak in making the DAKOTA an exciting and interesting paper to read. Long and difficult hours were spent each month as the staff was busy writing the stories, attempting to get the stories in on time, fitting the stories on pages, typing stencils, running off the pages on the mimeograph machine, stapling, passing out the finished paper to the students, and mailing the paper to families who don’t have children in school. In the fall the 1971-72 DAKOTA received an “All- State” or top rating at the annual press conference at South Dakota State University in Brookings Left-Dakota Editorial staff-sit ting-Carla Johnson, Lisa Sogn, Valorie Hagen. Sherri Harlow, Carla Buum. 2nd row-Carol Danielson. Steve Heiman, Curtis Anderson. Randy Medema, Rhonda Farley, Sheryl Solberg, Vicky Thormodsgaard, Gloria Espelandand Mr. Ptak. Above-Dakota reporters-sitting-Traci Smith, Lome Wetrosky, Joni Filers, Darla Anderson, Sharon Danielson, Gndy Warner. Lisa Sogn. 2nd row-Dawn Merrick, Peggy Newman, Rhonda Larson, Kay Hend- ricks. Rhonda Kleinhans, Mary Jo Ronning, Paula McKee, Linda Rog- ness, Lome Stubbs, Brad Kruse. Susan Pearson, Kent Hongslo, Diane Rolfes. 33 Above-Mixed clarinet quartet-Sharon Danielson, Mary Sundstrom, Sue Bergdale, Paula McKee. Above-Woodwind Quintet-sitting-Lorrie Wetrosky, Kay Hendricks, Rhon- da Kleinhans. Standing-Carla Buum, Linda Rogness. Above-Clarinet Quartet-Paula McKee, Gloria Espeland, Mary Sundstrom, Rhonda Kleinhans. Pom-pom girls-Left to right-Sherea Gabel, Brenda Gabel, Lisa Sogn, Carla Johnson, Carol Danielson, Valorie Hagen, Sherri Harlow, Peggy Newman. Julie Persinger. Lorrie Wetrosky, majorette, Mrs. Hedeen. Band-1st row-Nancy Kraakmo, Kay Hendricks, Kirk Johnson. Duane Ryken, Jeff Wilson, Dick Roti, Terry Johnson, Kurt Johnson. Brenda Crawford, Charmain Hagen, Susie Peterson, Juli Roti, Donna Huenink, Lorrie Stubbs. 2nd row-Linda Rogness, Sue Bergdale, Fran- ces Reppe, Sharon Danielson, Jane Eilers, Darla Anderson, Joni Eilers, Band Fulfills a This year the band again fulfilled a three-fold purpose It served as a pep band, marching band, and a concert band, much to the enjoyment of audiences at athletic events (both football and basketball games), in several parades, and in concert performances. As a pep band, their job was to keep the crowd enter- tained during breaks in the action as well as keeping the “Fighting Cub Spirit” at a peak. At Homecoming the band presented the half time show, ‘The Tijuana Brass” which featured famous Herb Al- pert selections like “The Spanish Flea,” and “Tijuana Taxi.” The band marched in parades to “Beginnings ” a song made popular by the rock group “Chicago,” at SDSU’s Hobo Day and USD's Dakota Day Celebration. Five A.H.S. band students were selected to participate Carla Buum, Rhonda Kleinhans, Paula McKee, Gloria Espeland, Rhonda Richter, Mary Sundstrom, Richard Richter. 3rd row-Vaughn Johnson, Joyce Jahn, Vicky Thormodsgaard, Larry Israel, Barry Fickbohm, James Jurgensen, Scott Heiman. Brad Kiewel,Lorrie Roskeland, Tim Johnson, Dwayne Johnson, Mark Larson, Denton Anderson, Dave Hammitt, Kurt Sommervold, Perry Schempp. Not pictured-Dave Van Ballegooyen. Triple Purpose in the Augustana Band Festival in Sioux Falls, November 17 and 18. Representing the band were Larry Israel, Carla Buum, Tim Johnson, Joni Eilers, and Lorrie Wetrosky. Concert band season found the band preparing for a joint Christmas concert with the vocal groups. Among the band numbers were Leroy Anderson’s “Christmas Festival,” and Bach’s “Jesu, Joy of Man’s Desiring.” On January 19 Tim Johnson, Rhonda Kleinhans, Carla Buum, and Sharon Danielson auditioned for the 1973 All State Band. This year Tim Johnson was chosen for the 140 member band which was held in Sioux Falls March 23-24. The pops concert on April 13 was again a joint vocal- band performance of recent music. This band closed their year of activities with providing music for graduation and Memorial Day ceremonies. Saxophone Duet-Jane Eilers and Darla Anderson. Woodwind Choir: 1st row-Nancy Kraakmo, Kay Hendricks, Carla pe. Sue Bergdale, Jane Eilers, Darla Anderson, Linda Rogness, Joni Buum, Rhonda Kleinhans, Paula McKee, Mary Sundstrom, Rhonda Eilers, Gloria Espeland. Richter, Brenda Crawford. 2nd row-Sharon Danielson, Frances Rep- Band Groups Prepare Below: Brass Quartet: left to right-Tim Johnson, Vicky Thormodsgaard, Larry Israel, and Lome Westrosky. Below: Trumpet Trio: 1st row-Vicky Thormodsgaard, Brad Kiewel. 2nd row- Larry Israel, Barry Fickbohm. Boys Ensemble: 1st row-Curtis Hebert. Mike Israel, Doyle Barnes. Teddy Sogn. 2nd row- Brad Kiewcl. Bryan Eden, Keith Wurtz, Tim Winquist, Lloyd Roduner. Miscellaneous girls ensemble: 1st row-Joni Eilers, Lorrie Wetrosky, Carla Buum, Joyce Jahn, Paula McKee, Lisa Sogn. 2nd row- Darla Anderson, Vicky Thormodsgaard, Rhonda Kleinhans, Linda Rogness, Mary Jo Ronning, Kay Hendricks. Vocal Groups Rate Well The Region I Small group vocal and piano contest was held February 15 at Vermillion, South Dakota. Rhonda Kleinhans received the only superior rating for her piano solo, “Teflections.” Groups receiving excellent ratings were. Miscellaneous girls ensemble singing “Trilogy for Women’s Voices,” girls ensemble singing “Lift Thine Eyes” and “Sweet Day,” boy’s ensem- ble singing “Climb Up Ye Chillun” and “The Pasture,” and mixed ensemble singing “Cantate Domino” and “Won- drous Cool, Thou Woodland Quiet Soloists receiving excellent ratings were; Joyce Jahn singing the Soprano solo, “Ask If Yon Damask Rose Be Sweet,” Mary Jo Ronning singing “Danza, Danza” and “Amarilli Mia Bella,” in the mezzo-soprano category, Gerald Thompson singing the tenor solo, “Nobody Knows,” and Larry Israel singing the Baritone solos, “Piango Gemo” and “Three for Jack.” Eldon Saugstad and Lorrie Wetro- sky received good ratings. Elson sang the bass solos, “0 Isis and Osiris,” and “Vittoria, Vittoria.” Lorrie Wetrosky sang, “The French Clock” and “Caro Mio Ben.” Miss Uttecht was the ad- visor and supervisor. Girls Glee: 1st row-Miss Uttecht, Valorie Johnson, Rhonda Richter, Joyce Jahn, Lome Stubbs, Carolyn Johnson, Cheryl Richter. Paula McKee, Lisa Sogn, Charmain Hagen, Nancy Jahn. 2nd row-Sharon Danielson, Susie Peterson, Julie Roti, Rhonda Kleinhans, Kay Hend- ricks, Joni Eilers, Jane Eilers. Lorrie Wetrosky, Sherea Gabel, Carla Buum. Sherrie Harlow. 3rd row-Debbie Mollcr, Mary Sundstrom. Marleen Larson, Donna Hucnink, Jean Vreugdcnhil, Valorie Hagen, Sue Bcrgdale, Brenda Crawford, Lori Roskeland, Becky Cooper, Fran- ces Reppe. 4th row Marlys Holtkamp, Brenda Gabel, Dawn Merrick, Vicky Thormodsgaard, Linda Rogness, Nancy Kraakmo, Mary Jo Ronning, Darla Anderson, Mary Hartman, Renae Homandberg, Carol Danielson, Carla Johnson, Peggy Newman. 37 Above-Boy’s Glee-1st row-Miss tittect, Doyle Barnes, Mike Israel. Doug Harvey, Larry Ymker, Curtis Hebert, Denton Anderson. 2nd row-John Dunca, Brad Kiewel, Henry Zabel. Randy Medema, Richard Richter, Teddy Sogn. 3rd row—Larry Israel, DeLayne Steeneck, Lloyd Roduner, Eldon Saugstad, Gerald Thompson. 4th row-Roger Wenn- blom, Tim Winquist, Keith Wurtz, Broc Hartman, Mitch Kjose, Bryan Eden, Ricky Schempp. Mixed Chorus Presents Folk Musical Below -Soloists—sitting-Lome Wetrosky, Mary Jo Ronning, Joyce Jahm. Standing-Eldon Saugstad, Gerald Thompson, Larry Israel. This year as something different for the Christmas concert the mixed chorus put on a musical. The musical was en- titled IT’S THE LORD’S THING. It was presented December 12 in the school gymnasium. The musical por- trayed the different meanings Christ- mas has for many people. The musical consisted of the fol- lowing songs: “Doin’ the Christmas Thing,” “Little Babe in Manger Hay ” “Let Christ Be Born In You,” “Part- Time Chrisian,” “Child of Hope,” “You Gotta Start with Love,” “There is No Peace,” “O.K. So a Child Was Born,” and “What’s the Hang-up World.” Of the songs there were four solos during the musical which were sung by Lorrie Wetrosky, Gerald Thompson, Larry Israel, and Eldon Saugstad. Also, during the musical there were many speaking parts, each showing different aspects of religion. The narrators were Lloyd Roduner, Larry Israel, Eldon Saugstad, Gerald Thompson, Lorrie Wetrosky, and Joni Eilers. For the musical an electric piano was borrowed from the Mollet Music Company of Yankton. Left-Triple Trio-Left to right Debbie Mol- ler, Sherea Gabel, Sue Bergdale, Brenda Crawford, Nancy Kraakmo, Donna Huenink, Carolyn Johnson. Sitting-Charmain Hagen and Jane Eilers. 38 Left - Mixed Ensemble-Left to right Rhonda Kleinhans, Lorrie Wetrosky, Mary Jo Ron- ning, Gerald Thompson, Mike Israel, Eldon Saugstad, Larry Israel. Sitting-Joyce Jahn and Carla Buum. Above-Mixed Chorus-lst row 1. to r.-Miss Uttecht, Rhonda Richter, Joyce Jahn, Cheryl Richter, Paula McKee, Lorrie Stubbs, Sue Berg- dale, Nancy Kraakmo, Lisa Sogn. Charmain Hagen, Nancy Jahn. 2nd row-Carolyn Johnson, Debbie Moller, Sharon Danielson, Mary Jo Ronning, Brad Kiewel. Henry Zabel, Doyle Barnes, Mike Israel, Gerald Thompson, Curtis Hebert, Richard Richter, Teddy Sogn, Sherri Harlow, Carla Buum. 3rd row-Rhonda Kleinhans, Vicky Thormods- gaard, Jean Vreugdenhil, Sherea Gabel, Linda Rogness, DeLayne Steeneck, Randy Medema, Jane Eiiers, Lorrie Wetrosky, Brenda Craw- ford, Lorrie Roskeland, Renae Homandberg, Peggy Newman. 4th row-Marlys Holtkamp, Brenda Gabel, Dawn Merrick, Kay Hendricks, Tim Winquist, Keith Wurtz, Broc Hartman, Mitch Kjosc, Lloyd Rodu- ner, Bryan Eden, Ricky Schempp, Eldon Saugstad, Joni Eiiers, Carol Danielson, Darla Anderson, Frances Reppe. Below-All-State Chorus-Left to right Lorrie Wetrosky, Below-Pianists-Left to right Rhonda Kleinhans, Brenda Crawford, Carla Buum, Mary Jo Ronning, Gerald Thompson and Eldon Saug- Joni Eiiers. Sitting-Nancy Kraakmo, Sue Bergdale. stad. 39 The F.H.A. and F.F.A. Cooperate The 1972-1973 F.H.A. and F.F.A. of Alcester High School cooperated in buying and planting decorative shrubs for the front of the school. Besides this cooperative work effort, they also participated in a cooperative recreational activity, a roller skating party. They also did many things as separate groups. The F.H.A. “program of work” was again scheduled under the National Program of Work. All members participated in such activities as the Mother-Daughter Banquet, Daddy date night, and in making lap robes for the residents of Morningside Manor. They ran the concessions at football games and track meets, and held a beer and pop can clean-up campaign. Mrs. Ericson was the advisor. The F.F.A. sold fruit to raise money again this year. All of the F.F.A. participated in the competition and Jim Huenink sold the most fruit. They also served at the F.H.A.’s Mother- Daughter Banquet, held a Parent’s Recognition night, and spon- sored several livestock judging teams. Mr. Quick was the advisor. At right: middle, Roger Anderson and Superintendent Wurtz assist F.H.A. president, Valorie Hagen and the other F.H.A. officers as they plant a shrub in front of the school. At right: F.F.A. advisor, Mr. Quick, and David Van Engen “join the act ’ and help to plant a second shrub. 40 At left: Carolyn Johnson works at the F.H.A. concessions at a track meet. F.H.A. Officers: 1st row: Kay Hendricks, Mary Sundstrom, Valorie Hagen, Mary Jo Ronning, Lisa Sogn. 2nd row: Mrs. Eric- son, Lavonne Lamodges, Vicky Thormods- gaard, Joni Eilers. Above: Eldon Saugstad receives the Dekalb Agriculture award from Mr. Quick. At left: Middle, F.H.A. members smash cans they collected in a clean-up cam- paign. F.F.A. Officers: 1st row: Dennis Rolfes, Mark Buum, Tim Windquist. 2nd row: Mr. Quick, Gerald Thompson, Eldon Saugstad, Kim Eilers. 41 At right: German Club members, 1st row: Lisa Sogn, Traci Smith. Linda Rogness, Valorie Hagen. 2nd row: Joe Vik, Curty Anderson, Mary Jo Ronning, Sharon Danielson, Brad Kiewel, Larry Israel. 3rd row: Mr. Schnabel, Kirk Johnson, Todd Hughes, Jerald Day, Roger Wennblom. German Club Sings The German club is the organization where the members of the German I and II classes get together for a little relaxa- tion and group contact, and to learn a little more about German culture. Valorie Hagen was President of the Club, with Todd Hughes as Vice-President, Larry Israel as Secre- tary, Jerald Day as Treasurer, and Mr. Schnabel as the ad- visor. at Nursing Home They met once a month and their activities were varied. One example of the group’s activities was their Christmas meeting. They got together, decorated a tree and practiced German Christmas carols so they could present them to the residents of the Morningside Manor Retirement Home. An- other highlight of the year was when Mr. Schnabel showed slides of his trip to Germany. Above: Curtie Anderson reads a clue to the other members of the German II team in the German Club’s Easter Egg Hunt. At right: Lisa Sogn, Traci Smith, and other members of the German gab a little before the business meeting begins. 42 4 Boys Are Declam Winners Four boys won this year in the local declamation elimination. The winners were: in humorous-Tory Merrick, in dramatic-Randy Medema, in oratory- Scott Heiman,and in poetry-Larry Israel. Tory Merrick's selection was a Bill Cosby monologue, “Chicken Heart”. Randy Medema read an origin- al cutting from the novel THEY SHOOT HORSES DONT THEY. Scott Heiman delivered the famous Patrick Henry oration, “Give Me Liberty or Give Me Death.” Larry Israel read two poems by Carl Sand- burg, “Wilderness” and “Four Preludes on Playthings of the Wind.” Mrs. Gold- ammer was their coach and advisor. They went to the district contest in Canton, South Dakota approximately two weeks after the local elimination. They spent the day there, both in pre- senting their pieces, and in listening to and learning from the others participa- ting. Scott Heiman, Randy Medema, and Tory Merrick all received good ratings and Larry Israel got an excel- lent. Shown above are the local declam winners. Randy Medema, Tory Merrick, Larry Israel, Scott Heiman, with the dedam coach, Mrs. Goldammer. Librarians Aid Students This year there were sixteen girls who helped Mrs. Goldammer out as student librarians. They were often not given their due credit. They gave up some of their free time in study hall to help run the library. They both checked out books, and returned them to their proper places. The student librarians also participated as a group in presenting a skit at the Sweetheart Coronation, entitled “What is Love”. Below—librarians—sitting—Kay Hendricks, Daw n Merrick, Brenda Gabel, Debbie Moller, Carolyn Johnson, Diane Rolfes, Rhonda Lar- son. Standing-Shelle Trudeau, Jo Anne Merrick. Renae Homandberg, Lisa Sogn, Rhonda Kleinhans, Sherea Gabel, Charmain Hagen, Kraakmo, Cheryl Richter and supervisor, Mrs. Goldammer. Nancy 43 A-Club Sells Shirts To Raise Money A-Club consists of athletes, both male and female, who have excelled in at least one sport. The members of the club have received a letter for their ambition and this letter clearly shows their desire to succeed. To the letterman the letter rep- resents long hours of working hard to improve their athletic skill. It also symbolizes their great dedication to the sport or sports in which they lettered as well as to their school. This year's A-Club was led by their elected officers: Todd Hughes, president; Kent Hongslo, vice-president; Kim Eilers, secretary-treasurer. Advisors to the club this year were the coaches: Mr. Siemonsma, Mr. Kroger, and Mr. Brown. This year, A-Club members sold T-shirts to the student body to raise money for the football-basketball scoreboard. Due to this year’s and last year's efforts we will have a score- board for the 1973 football season. A-Club Members: 1st row: Steve Heiman, Brad Kruse, Joe Hend- ricks, Kay Hendricks, Todd Hughes, Kim Eilers, Kent Hongslo. 2nd row: Grant Hommandberg, Tim Johnson, Kurt Sommer- void, Lloyd Roduner, Tim Windquist, Jerald Day, Doug Reppe. A-CIub officers were Kent Hongslo, Todd Hughes, and Kim Eilers. 3rd row: Mr. Brown, Mr. Kroger, Steve Sigman, Lynn Hagen, Broc Hartman, Mr. Siemonsma. 4th row: Roger Wennblom, Eldon Saugstad,Curtis Anderson. 5th row: Bryan Eden, Keith Wurtz, Mike Kjose, Joe Gubbrud, Charles Ericson, Larry Hebert. 44 Young Cubs” Team Gains Experience The Cubs suffered a disappointing season on the gridiron this year, with a record of one win and seven losses. The season started in the middle of August with a lot of hard work, pride, and determination. The hours that the boys put in were long, the practices were gruelling, the weather uncoopera- tive, and the opponents tough. In spite of these factors, the Cubs put up a good defensive fight, and suffered only a few minor injuries, throughout the season. Under the leadership of Head Coach Larry Siemonsma, assisted by Bill Hoyt and Darwin Brown, the Cubs had to travel to four away games, but played the remaining four of them on their own home field. The one win for the season was against the Centerville Tornadoes. Joe Hendricks and Kim Eilers were chosen as members of the All-Confer- ence team, and Joe Gubbrud, Lloyd Roduner, and Tim Winquist were awarded Honorable Mentions. Other Players who lent strong support were: Todd Hughes, Eldon Suagstad, Mike Kjose, Brad Kruse, and Roger Wenn- blom. As the season once again came to an end, the pride and determination were still obvious, but the opportunity had come quickly and gone. With the countdown over and the blast ex- hausted, all that was left to do was to make good use of the skill and know- ledeg of the game that had been gath- ered in the experiences of the year. 46 The Cubs on the sideline show their team spirit after a great play. Coach Larry Siemonsma congratulates Eldon Suagstad on his fine efforts. Mary Jo Ronning and Cindy Baker keeping statistics at one of the games. Quarterback Kim Eilers runs through the Garretson line to gain some yardage. VARSITY FOOTBALL TEAM 1st row: Grant Homandberg, Jeff Wilson, Kevin Hebert, Charles Ericson, Jamie Jurgensen, Mike Israel, Loren Johnson, Tory Merrick. 2nd row: Lynn Hagen. Joe Gubbrud, Mike Kjose, Joe Hendricks, Larry Hebert, Craig Kruse, Rodney Eden, Bill Jenkinson, Doug Reppe, Jim Dunlap, Lloyd Roduner. 3rd row Student manager; Brad Kiewel, Tim Winquist, Todd Hughes, Eldon Saugstad, Jerald Day, Bruce Day, Kim Eilers, Bryan Eden, Roger Wennblom, Kent Hongslo, Brad Kruse, Coach Larry Siemonsma. 47 AT RIGHT: Bill Hoyt, a Baptist Minister from the area, lent assis tance with coaching for the first time this year. Charles Ericson contributes to the success of a play. Cubs Are Again Disappointed CUBS Elk Point Center ville Chester Harrisburg Garretson Salem Tri-Valley Parker denotes Big Sioux Conference Games Kim Eilers makes another important run around the end. 48 Freshmen Athletes Prepare Freshmen basketball; 1st row: Jahn Hultgren, Vaughn Johnson, Kevin Merrick, Perry Schempp, Barry Hughes, and Robert Reiser. 2nd row: Mr. Kroger, Brad Kiewel, Pat Kruse, Kurt Som- mervold. Bill Jenkinson, and Ricky Hongslo. Freshmen football; 1st row: Ricky Hongslo, Loren Johnson. Vaughn Johnson, John Duncan, Barry Hughes, Kevin Merrick, and Jeff Wilson. 2nd row: James Jurgenson, Kevin Hebert. Mike Israel. Henry Zabel. Pat Kruse, Doug Harvey, and Brent Erickson. 3rd row: Brad Kiewel, Bill Jenkinson, John Dunlap, Craig Kruse, Rodney Eden, Mitch Kjose, Kurt Sommervold, Tory Merrick, Jim Dunlap, and Mr. Brown. for Future Freshmen athletics provided young- er athletes with an opportunity to develop the skills that would be bene- ficial in the years to come. In football sophomores Loren Johnson, Jeff Wilson, and Rodney Eden helped improve the freshmen team. Along with Bill Jenkinson, they were the leading players. The team had no wins-4 losses but did give Elk Point a good game. They lost 8-0 in the last play of the game. Mr. Brown was the teams coach. The basketball team had a better record than the football team did with 7 wins-6 losses. The team finished fourth in the Lennox Freshman Tour- nament. They lost to Canton in the first round and to Dell Rapids in the second round. Kurt Sommervold was the leading scorer for the season and Vaughn Johnson was the floor leader and led the defense. The team includ- ed eleven freshmen coached by Mr. Kroger. Mitch Kjose and Doyle Barnes con- tributed to the wrestling team as var- sity members while Tory Merrick, John Duncan, Randy Hackl, Jim Haney, and Henry Zabel wrestled on the Junior Varsity team. The wrestling team was coached by Mr. Siemonsma and Reverend Bob Toren. There were 10 on the freshmen track team this year. The sprinters in- cluded Barry Hughes, Henry Zabel, and Mitch Kjose. The middle distance runners were Pat Kruse, Richard Rich- ter, and Kurt Sommervald. Doyle Barnes, Brad Kiewel, and Ricky Hong- slo were the distance runners. This year's freshmen hurdler was Mitch Kjose. In field events Barry Hughes did the long jump. Bill Jenkinson threw the shot put and discus along with Pat Kruse. Kurt Sommervald was the high jumper. Mr. Kroger was the coach. Cross-country included Brad Keiwel, Kurt Sommervald, and Doyle Barnes, who were coached by Mr. Kroger. 49 B-Team Wins Five Consecutive Games This year's B-team consisted of 12 players. It “racked up a record of nine wins and six losses, including the ac- complishment of five straight wins in a row. Four of the B-teamers also played on the A-team, Craig Kruse, Charles Ericson, Bruce Day, and Tim Johnson. The team’s leading scorer was Craig Kruse. He totaled 155 points during the sea- son. Bruce Day led the team in rebounding with 128 for the season. Mike Israel and Jeff Wilson, were also important to the team’s correct functioning, and are two promising pros- pects for next year. The B-team was coached this season by Mr. Jerry Joachim, who was a new member of the faculty this year. Bruce Day and Tim Johnson were only two of several B-teamers who also got to dress A-team. B-team; 1st row: Kirk Johnson, Jeff Wilson, James Jurgensen, Curt Johnson, Charles Ericson. 2nd row: Barry Fiekbohm, John Dunlap, Bruce Day, Mike Israel, Ken Berg, Mr. Joachim. 50 A-Team Takes Third in Big Sioux Conference Two of this year’s A-team’s 14 members were not mem- bers of the team in the usual sense, in that there were not enough uniforms for them for the games. They were Gerald Thompson and Denny Rolfes who were “in it for the prac- tice” so to speak. The other 12 members did get to play and when they were not, they made several large contributions quite necessary to the team’s efforts. They had an 11 win-10 loss record. Curtie Anderson led the team with 437 points and was Sioux Falls Argus Leader Ace of the Week twice. Kim Eilers was the second high scorer with 236 points. He was also Ace of the Week once. Todd Hughes led with 179 re- bounds and Keith Wurtz trailed him by only 20 with 159 rebounds. The Cub’s were third in the Big Sioux Conference. Curtie was named to the All-Conference team, and Kim Eilers and Todd Hughes were honorable mentions. Above: Todd Hughes attempts a short jump shot despite tough de- fensive opposition. At left: Curtie Anderson slips past a Tiger for a quick lay-up. 51 A-team: 1st row: Kent Hongslo, Keith Wurtz, Lloyd Roduner, Joe Kruse. 2nd row: Mr. Joachim, Gerald Thompson, Bruce Day. Todd Hendricks, Curt Anderson, Charles Ericson, Tim Johnson, Brad Hughes, Kim Eilers, Dennis Rolfes, Mr. Brown. Cubs “Rack Up” an 11 Win, 10 Loss Record CUBS 54 52 Hudson 58 56 Centerville 60 43 Akron 55 52 Chester 55 73 Harrisburg 67 55 Wakonda 40 69 Gayville-Volin 78 68 Viborg 69 63 Salem 49 71 Harrisburg 55 52 Centerville 66 69 Garretson 62 71 Elk Point 46 75 Salem 65 67 Jefferson 77 55 Tri-Valley 50 79 Parker 59 54 Irene 56 47 Beresford 75 80 Lennox 61 74 Elk Point ♦denotes Big Sioux Conference games Below: Keith Wurtz pulls down a rebound. 52 At left: Todd Hughes contests a Harrisburg Tiger for the ball. Above: Kent Hongslo slips in a lay-up. At left . Kim Eilers takes a long jump shot. 53 Boy’s Track Team: 1st row: Tim Johnson, Steve Sigman, Richard Coach Kroger.Jim Dunlap,Craig Kruse, Steve Heiman, Doug Reppe, Richter, Barry Hughes, Rick Hongslo, Mitch Kjose, Doyle Barnes. Mike Kjose, Dave Van Engen, Lynn Hagen, Joe Hendricks, Charles 2nd row: Keith Wurtz, Grant Hommandberg, Kent Hongslo, Pat Ericson, Todd Hughes, Bruce Day, Joe Gubbrud, Brad Kruse. Kruse, Bill Jenkinson, Brad Kiewel, Mike Isreal, Ken Berg. 3rd row: Above: Coach Kroger collects the times on a race at the Alcester Above: Steve Sigman “pushes it” on on his last lap of a relay. Invitational Track Meet. 54 At left: Joe Gubbrud “puts” the shot at the Alcester Invitational. Eight Track Men Go to State Meet The 1973 Cubs’ Track Team finished out the season with two first places (1st of 7 at Jefferson and 1st of 6 at the Alcester Invitational). There were 27 guys out for track. Mr. Kroger was their combination coach and overseer. Eight members of this year’s track team qualified for the State Track and Field Competition. As Mr. Kroger point- ed out, this is comparable to having your team go to state in basketball, or being named to the all-conference team in football, only on a totally individual basis. Those members who made it to state were Todd Hughes running the low hurdles; Steve Heiman and Tim Johnson running the 2-mile; Steve Sigman running the 1-mile; Joe Hendricks and Kent Hongslo running the open half; Kim Eilers throwing the dis- cus and Dave Van Engen sprinting through the 100 yard dash. Dave Van Engen proved himself third-best in the state in his event. The track lettermen as well as lettermen from the other sports offered at A.H.S. were guests of the local Lions Club at the annual athletic banquet. At left: Kent Hongslo. Joe Hendricks, and Mike Israel of the 2-mile Relay Team line up before their event. 55 Above left: Alcester track man Todd Hughes squares off at the starting blocks of the high hurdles abainst his Alcester Invitational opponents. Above right: Henry Zabel completes a successful hand-off to his relay teammate Mitch Kjose. Below left: Charles Ericson gives it a little extra push as he attempts the pole vaulting event at the Alcester Invitational Track Meet. Below Right: Kurt Sommervold gives it a try in the high-jumping event. Above: Kim Eilers prepares himself men- tally for his turn in the discus competition. Cross-Country Team: 1st row: Coach Kroger, Brad Kiewel, Doyle Barnes, Grant Hommandberg, Tim Johnson, Steve Heiman. 2nd row: Kurt Sommervold, Dennis Rolfes, Steve Sigman, Keith Wurtz,Curtie Anderson, Ken Berg, Broc Hartman. A.H.S. Cross Country Team Conquers Big Sioux Conference The A.H.S. cross-country team participated successfully this year in that sport of the long-distance, high-endurance runner. There were thirteen team members, ranging from freshmen to seniors. They won the Big Sioux Conference Championship, where they competed with teams from all of the conference schools. They also won the Alcester Invita- tional where they competed with nine other teams. They were second at the University of South Dakota meet and second at the Vermillion High School meet. They were fourth at Elk Point (the lowest they ever placed). They were third at the Lennox meet and took third place out of 40 teams at the State cross-country meet! Outstanding runners were Steve Heiman, Tim Johnson, and Keith Wurtz. All of the members “kept right in there” in spite of frequent low attendance at the meets, and the bad weather. They were coached by Mr. Kroger. ’Above: Steve Heiman (here running at the Alcester Invitational Track Meet) demonstrates the form that made him a top cross- country runner. 57 At right: Darla Anderson clears another hurdle successfully. Girls Break All Previous Records But One The 1973 girls track squad, which was coached by Mr. Darwin Brown consisted of twenty-three girls. Lettermen for the season were Darla Anderson, Cindy Baker, Sue Bergdale, Brenda Crawford, Jane Eilers, Jonj Eilers, Gloria Espeland, Kay Hendricks, Carla Johnson, and Linda Rogness. The first track meet was a dual with Wakonda. The Al- cester girls won by a wide margin. The girls also participated in the Beresford, Hurley, Canton, Lennox, Jefferson, and Al- cester Invitationals. The regional meet was held at Dell Rap- ids. Joni Eilers placed third in the 440 yard dash and the mile relay team placed fourth. Every school record was broken except one, which was tied. These include: 100 yard dash-Brenda Crawford, tied; 220 yard dash-Brenda Crawford; 440 yard dash-Joni Eilers; 880 yard run-Vicky Thormodsgaard; 80 yard hurdles-Linda Rogness; 100 meter hurdles-Darla Anderson; shot put-Jane Eilers; discus-Becky Cooper; long jump—Cindy Baker; high jump—Kay Hendricks and Brenda Crawford; 440 yard relay— Sue Bergdale, Linda Rogness, Jane Eilers, and Brenda Craw- ford; 880 yard relay-Sue Bergdale, Linda Rogness, Jane Eilers, and Cindy Baker; medley relay-Valorie Hagen, Debbie Moller, Diane Rolfes, and Loree Stubbs; mile relay—Joni Eilers, Carla Johnson, Kay Hendricks, and Loree Stubbs. The lettermen were guests at the annual athletic ban- quet. Joni Eilers received an award for collecting the most points this season. At right: Middle; Cindy Baker “comes in for a landing’’ in the long jump. At right: Rhonda Richter “puts” the shot in practice out at the track field. 58 Girl’s track team : 1st row: Carla Johnson, Joni Eilers, Daria Anderson, Gloria Espeland, Mary Jo Ronning, Linda Rogness, Brenda Crawford. Sue Bergdale, Jane Eilers. Nancy Kraakmo, Charmain Hagen. 2nd row: Coach Brown, Mary Sundstrom, Debbie Moller, Valorie Hagen, Rhonda Richter, Diane Rolfes, Becky Cooper, Renae Hommandberg, Julie Roti, Kay Hendricks, Vicky Thormodsgaard, Frances Reppe. 59 Wrestling squad: 1st row—Doug Harvey. John Duncan. Henry Zabel. Kevin Hebert, Mark Larson, Ed Gross. 2nd row-Loren Johnson, Doyle Barnes, Tory Merrick. Randy Hakl, Kenny Barnes, Lynn Hagen. 3rd row-Coach Siemonsma, Steve Heiman, Grant Homandberg, Mitch Kjose, Jim Dunlap, Mike Kjose, Tim Winquist, Rodney Renville. Not pictured-David Van Ballegooy en. Below: Rodney Renville and Mike Kjose await their turn at the mat. Cubs Wrestle to a 3 and 8 Record This year wrestling was added to the list of sports avail- able in co-curriculur activities at A.H.S. Twenty guys went out for the new sport and found out how hard “getting down to weight ’ (and staying there) could be. They were coached by Mr. Siemonsma, (who took a wrestling course to make himself more qualified) and by Reverend Toren, a local minister who had wrestled in college. The Cubs came out with a respectable 3-8 record. Cubs Centerville Chester Marion Tri-Valley Beresford “B” Garretson “B” Harrisburg Parker Tri-Valley Harrisburg Elk Point At Right: Loren Johnson dominates his Harrisburg opponent. 60 Student Life Social Contact AT RIGHT: Girolyn Johnson portrays “Edith Ann. Student Body Enacts “Colorful World” It was a crisp, autumn evening in late September-the 28th to be exact. It was Homecoming and the candidates for Queen were Peggy Newman, Julie Persinger, and Sheryl Solberg;for King, Todd Hughes, Joe Hendricks and Steve Sigman. The freshman attendants were Charmain Hagen and Doyle Barnes; sophomores were Debbie Moller and Jeff Wilson; juniors were Joni Eilers and Doug Reppe. Trent Nelson and Angela Smith from the first grade were honored as crown bearers and Patty Hammitt and Randy Hongslo as rep- resentatives of the second grade were chosen to carry the queen’s flowers and “the secrets of the color book.” Then Lloyd Roduner, master of ceremonies, announced the King—Joe Hendricks and the Queen-Peggy New- man. The Royalty were then treated with musical numbers and skits presented by each class. Following the coronation, the tradi- tional “A” was lighted by Peggy and Joe, which aroused spirit for the Pep Rally. On Friday, September 29, the Alcester Cubs were defeated in their Homecoming football game by the Garretson Blue Dragons by 46-6. Kim Eilers scored the lone touch- down of the evening for the Alcester Cubs. Half time entertainment consisted of a presentation by the band and pom pon girls entitled “The Tijuana Brass.” The Royalty was driven onto the field by Clifford Swenson in a 1936 Packard. The Blue Star from Linn Grove, Iowa provided the music for the stu- dents, alumni and staff after the game. AT RIGHT: King Joe Hendricks and Queen Peggy Newman await the program presented in their honor. 62 Homecoming Royalty: 1st row: Patty Hammitt, Randy Hongslo, Trent Nelson, Angela Smith. 2nd row: Doyle Barnes, Charmain Hagen. Doug Reppe, Joni Ellers, Steve Sigman, Todd Hughes, Joe Hendricks, Peggy Newman, Julie Persinger, Sheryl Solberg, Debbie Moller, Jeff Wilson. Above: Girla Buum, Sherri Harlow, and Cheryl Sorlie present the Senior’s “1 don’t feel like a Queen.” ABOVE: Steve Farley and Cindy Warner mimic Sonny’and Cher. 63 At right: Mistress of ceremonies, Traci Smith, reveals the secret of the heart, “Carla Buum is Queen.” “Love is . . . Becomes Theme for Unusual Night It was a Saturday night in Alcester. Was it the usual? Was it driving around, or spending a little time at the bowling alley? Was it a big party? No, it was none of these things. It was February 17, and it was an out-of-the-ordinary evening. It was Sweetheart Coronation 1973. The people began to gather. The lights dimmed. A theme began to be played on the piano. Mistress of Cere- monies. Tracy Smith, introduced the Candidates for Queen, Carla Buum, Rhonda Farley, Desi Sigman, Julie Persinger, and Valorie Hagen. She stepped over, removed the heart from the hand of the little paper couple. She revealed its secret placed their minutes before, “Love is being voted Sweetheart Queen, Carla Buum.” Larry Hebert brought on the crown. Jill Abraham presented the candy and then it was on with the show! Several skits were presented as well as selected vocal numbers. The program started out with a skit by the librar- ians entitled, “Love is A.H.S.” “Sorrow, Depression, Excessive Misery,” was then presented by the FFA. The sophomore version of “All in the Family,” was acted out followed by a solo by Joyce Jahn. A hotdog of a skit, “The Frankfurt Queen,” was presented by the German Club. A version of the Dating Game was excitingly acted out. A group of girls from the Pep Club sang a song for the Queen and her court en- titled, “Close to You.” Last but certainly not the least was the Junior Class’s., “Never Under-Estimate the Power of a Woman.” After the program, that out-of-an ordinary evening was brought to an end after a dance, at which the Mighty Mouth played. Perhaps that not usual evening can best be brought to an end by saying, “Love is . . . Sweetheart at A.H.S.” 66 Above: Frances Reppe and Randy Medema portray Edith and Archie Bunker in the sophomore skit. Sweetheart Royalty: Rhonda Farley, Desi Sigman, Queen Carla Buum, Julie Persinger, and Valorie Hagen. Above: Denny Rolfes, Grant Hommandberg, Dave Warner, Mike Kjose,andTim Winquist take part in the FFA skit, “Gloom, Despair, and Misery on me. At left: Dawn Merrick substitutes in a freshmen skit, “The Dating Game.” 67 A.H.S. Holds Local “Emmy” Night Awards night was held Monday evening May 21, 1973. A large crowd was in attendance. Awards night is the one night every year when outstanding students or groups of students are recognized for their achievements in several areas. It is the “Oscar” or “Emmy” night of A.H.S. Groups that received awards were the new and the sec- ond and third time lettermen. the librarians, local declam win- ners, grade school track and field winners, and F.H.A. members who missed one meeting or less. Individuals who were recipients of scholastic awards were Rhonda Kleinhans, the Minnie Larson Award ; Larry Israel, Valedictorian and Betty Crocker Homemaker of Tomor- row Award; Eldon Saugstad, Salutatorian and the DeKalb Award; Mary Sundstrom, the Crisco Award;Carla Buum, the Hammitt Music Award; Curty Anderson, the Arvid Thormods- gaard Memorial Scholarship; Lloyd Roduner, R.O.T.C.; and Gerald Thompson, the Delmar Scott Memorial Award. Above: Mr. Zingler awards the Arvid Thormodsgaard Memorial Scholar- ship for 1973 to Curtis Anderson. At right: An Army Captain presents Lloyd Roduner with his R.O.T.C. college scholarship. Below: Mrs. Ericson gives Mary Sundstrom the Crisco Award for the outstanding Home Economics student. 68 At left: Carla Buum receives the Hammitt Music Award for out- standing performance as a music student from Mrs. Hedeen. Above: Mr. Zingler presents the Minnie Larson Award for the out- standing member of the Junior class to Rhonda Kleinhans. 69 At left: Gerald Thompson receives the Delmer Scott Memorial Award for agriculture from Mr. Quick. PLAY CAST 1st row: Charles Ericson, Lynn Hagen. 2nd row: Dawn Merrick, Darla Anderson, Rhonda Kleinhans, Sharon Danielson, Mary Jo Ronning, Lome Wetrosky. 3rd row: Mr. Joachim, Dave Warner, Tim Winquist, Dave Van Ballegooyen, Kirk Johnson, Joni Eilers, Mary Sundstrom, Roger Wennblom. Mrs. Burton and Jenny meet the principal, Mr. Dunhagen. Diane begging Leroy to talk to his father. “The Worm Squirms in the Juniors’ Play PLAY CAST The Junior Class presented “The Worm Shall Squirm” Homer Dunhagen.........................Dave Van Ballegooyen by Le Roma Greth. The play deals with Leroy and Buzzy, Berthe Dunhagen.................................Dawn Merrick who get fed up with the school’s policy and decide they Leroy Dunhagen..................................Kirk Johnson should take over. As they do, they are confronted with Rosemary Dunhagen..............................Darla Anderson countless problems. Rosemary, Leroy’s sister, insists on being Phyllis Dunhagen..............................Lorrie Wetrosky Homecoming Queen, which presents somewhat of a problem. Brunhile Burton ....................Rhonda Kleinhans As the play draws to an end, Leroy and Buzzy decide that Jenny Burton........................Mary Jo Ronning running a school is quite a job and happily return to being Penny Burton........................Sharon Danielson students. Diane................................... i • Joni Ellers Mr. McDonald.................................Dave Warner Buzzy.................................. Roger Wennblom Rash Hudson ........................................Tim Winquist Reporter.....................................Lynn Hagen Television Reporter.............................Charles Ericson Seniors Present a “Play, Within a Play” The talents of this year’s senior class were evident as they stepped on to stage for three performances. The young actors and actresses presented the three act comedy, “Cur- tain Going Up”, first in a matinee on the afternoon of March 29th and then in two evening performances on March 29th and 30th. The action of the play was set in the Riverview High School auditorium where the seniors at the school were pre- paring to give their spring play. Miss Burgess, a young new teacher, finds herself faced with the many new and difficult experiences in her first year of teaching. First, there is Miss Moran, who gets upset because Mr. Carter, the bachelor jour- nalism teacher at school, is falling for Miss Burgess. Then, the playbooks disappear the first day of rehearsal, and of course we have the high school “romances” going at full speed. If all this isn’t enough we still have Mr. Peterson, a cranky janitor who is always criticising Miss Burgess. Finally after weeks of hard practice, and the close call of almost having no leading characters due to accidents and sabotage, the play is put on and is a great success. All ends well, as the high school romances return to their original state. Senior play cast: 1st row: Dennis Rolfes, Larry Israel, Lloyd Smith. 3rd row: Rhonda Farley, Sherea Gabel, Broc Hartman, Roduner, Joe Gubbrud. 2nd row: Dawn Merrick, Carla Johnson, Gerald Thompson, Lany Hebert. Valorie Hagen, Eldon Saugstad. Carol Danielson, Gloria Osterkamp, Sharon Danielson. Traci Below: Seniors rehearse “Look out for the Movies!” scene from “Curtain Going Up.” Below: Miss Burgess and Mr. Carter leave after a sarcastic remark by Mr. Peterson. Juniors Create “A Child of the Universe” The Junior class created “A Child of the Universe” and presented it to the seniors and special guests on May 5th. Mistress of Ceremonies, Lorrie Wetrosky, held the responsi- bility of making the evening’s program run smoothly. The waiters and waitresses served dinner, after which Darla Anderson welcomed the guests. Lloyd Roduner re- ceived the welcome on behalf of the senior class. The class of 73’s history was traced through their high school years by Carla Johnson. The future lives of the seniors was then ob- served through the crystal ball by “Madam” Gloria Espeland. The waiters and waitresses were next and provided entertain- ment, by singing “Everything is Beautiful”. Mr. Wurtz then gave the main address of the evening. Several junior girls then presented the “Desiderata”. The evening was completed when Larry Hebert read the class will. After the banquet a dance was held from 9:00 to 12:00 P.M. with music by the “Rebirth”. Following the dance all were invited to attend “Boot Hill” at Vogue theatre. Break- fast was then served by the parents of the Junior class. Waiters and waitresses: 1st row: Kay Hendricks, Debbie Moller, Frances Reppe, Carolyn Johnson, Diane Rolfes. 2nd row: Craig Kruse, Jeff Wilson, Rodney Rennville, John Dunlap, Mike Israel. At right: Those at the head table were Mrs. Wurtz, Superintendent Wurtz (the speaker), Lorrie Wetrosky (Mistress of ceremonies) and Keith Wurtz. The upstairs decorations were done by the parents of the Juniors. I rn cxu , TO 'CHILA ot 'XHLJk UrfiVil S Carolyn Johnson and Frances Reppe light candles before the festivities begin. 73 Above: Cindy Baker and Sharon Pearson admire some of the banquet decorations. At Right: Brian Eden and Rhonda Kleinhans complete the setting in another portion of the decorations. 74 Prom Theme Is Derived from “Desiderata Go placidly amid the noise haste, remember what peace there may be in silence. As far as possible without surren- der be on good terms with all persons. Speak your truth quietly clearly; and listen to others, even the dull ignorant; they too have their story. Avoid loud aggressive persons, they are vexations to the spirit. If you compare yourself with others, you may become vain bitter; for always there will be greater lesser persons than yourself. Enjoy your achievements as well as your plans. Keep interested in your own career, however humble; it is a real possession in the changing fortunes of time. Exercise cau- tion in your business affairs; for the world is full of trickery. But let this not blind you to what virtue there is; many persons strive for high ideals; and everywhere life is full of heroism. Be yourself. Especially, do not feign affection. Neither be cynical about love; for in the face of all aridity disenchantment it is perennial as the grass. Take kindly the counsel of the years, gracefully surrendering the things of youth. Nurture strength of spirit to shield you in sudden misfortune. But do not distress yourself with imaginings. Many fears are born of fatigue loneli- ness. Beyond a wholesome discipline, be gentle with yourself. You are a child of the universe, no less than the trees the stars; you have a right to be here. And whether or not it is clear to you, no doubt the universe is unfolding as it should. Therefore be at peace with God, whatever you conceive Him to be, and whatever your labors aspirations, in the noisy confusion of life keep peace with your soul. With all its sham, drudgery broken drems, it is still a beautiful world. Be careful. Strive to be happy. At left: Dawn Merrick and Mark Merrick con- verse just inside the archway entrance. 75 Senator Abourezk Speaks At A.H.S. Commencement It was that almost trite time of year for the seniors. That beginning and ending that is always the subject of speeches and conversation towards the end of May. Baccalaureate services were held May 20, 1973 at the Alcester community building. Instead of gowns, they wore formats and suits. Reverend Metzenthin gave the invocation, sermon, and benediction. The Girl’s Ensemble and Girl’s Chorus each sang a song for the seniors. On May 24, the 39 seniors marched to the platform to the processional of “Pomp and Circumstance” played by the band. Reverend Toren gave the invocation and benediction. The Salutatory Address was given by Eldon Saugstad. The boy’s chorus sang “Gonna Build a Mountain.” Larry Israel then gave the Valedictory Address. Senator James Abourezk, who was introduced by Superintendent Wurtz, spoke on “Restoring Faith in the Government.” The Swing Choir then sang “Morning Has Broken.” Principal Don Zingler presented the class of 1973 and Roger Anderson, President of the Board of Education, awarded the diplomas. Pastor Toren gave the benediction. Then, the recessional was played and the new Alumni marched out to the congratulatory line. Boy Staters, Tim Johnson and Keith Wurtz and Girl Stater Jean Vreugdenhill are among those juniors who were Ushers, handed out programs, and were honor guard at Commencement. At right: The Swing Choir performs “Morning has Broken” at Com- mencement. Members were: 1st row: Joni Eilers, Sue Bergdale, Lorrie Wetrosky, Darla Anderson, Linda Rognes, Mary Jo Ronning, Rhonda Kleinhans, Paula McKee. 2nd row: Curtis Hebert, Gerald Thompson, Mike Israel, Larry Israel, Lloyd Roduner, Broc Hartman, Eldon Saugstad, Teddy Sogn. Below: Ricky Schempp and Eldon Saugstad are among the seniors forming a congratulatory line outside the building following Com- mencement. 76 Above: Larry Israel and Eldon Saugstad are Valedictorian and Salu- tatorian and each gave a speech. At left: Senator James Abourezk speaks to the Senior Class and those attending the Commencement exercises. He spoke on the con- troversial Watergate case, it’s significance, and what we could do about our “system” as seniors. 77 Senior Directory CURTIS ANDERSON: German club-34, class treasurer-2, A-club-34, basketball-1-4, football-1, cross country-34, DAKOTA-34, prom waiter—2, all conference basketball-4. DELVONNA BERN: Girls glee-2-3, band-1-3, pep club- 2-3, FHA-14. RHONDA FARLEY: Pep club-1-2-3, girl’s track-2, DAKOTA 2-34, Class play-34, FHA-1-2-34, Sweetheart Attendant—4, girls' state alternate 3. JOE GUBBRUD: Cross-Age peer—4, A-club—34, football 14, track-4, class play-4, honorable mention in all conference football-4. 78 CARLA BUUM: Girls glee-14, mixed chorus-14, cross- age peer-34, band-14, band and vocal small groups—14, class president—2, pep club —14, cheer- leader-14, DAKOTA-34, Cubette-34, class play-3, accompanist-14, FHA -14, vice president of FHA—3, Augustana Band Festival-4, prom wait- ress—2, Sweetheart Queen—4, Homecoming atten- dant-1 , student council-1,3. MARK BUUM: track-1,FFA 14. CAROL DANIELSON: girls glee—14, mixed chorus-34, cross age peer-4, pep club-24, track—2, DAKOTA -24, librarian -2, class play-34, pom pom girl-34, FHA-14, student council-4, girls’ state—3. JERALD DAY: German Club—3, basketball—14, football- 14. ALORIE HAGEN: Girls glee-14, German club-34, class treasurer-3, pep club—14, girls track-24, declam- 14, DAKOTA-34, librarian-24, class play—34, girls' state journalist-3, D.A.R.-4, alternate prom waitress-2, sweetheart candidate-4, FHA-14, KIM EILERS: Band-1,2, class treasurer-1. A-club-34, basketball-14, football-14, track-1-2, FFA—1,2, 4, FFA reporter-4, all conference football—4, hon- orable mention all state football—4, honorable men- tion all conference basketball-4, state livestock judging champion—3. president-4. homecoming attendant-2, girls’ state-3. SHERRI HARLOW: Girls glee-1-4, mixed chorus-1-4, cross-age peer-34, class treasurer-2, pep club-14, girls track-2, DAKOTA-14, CUBETTE-4, pom pom girl-14, FHA 34, prom waitress-2. BROC HARTMAN: Boys chorus-14, mixed chorus-14, swing choir-4, class vice president—2, A-club—24, football-1-3, cross country-4, class play-34. MARY HARTMAN: Girsl glee-14, band-1 -3, class vice- president-1-3, pep club-14, prom waitress-2, LARRY HEBERT: Class secretary-3, A-club-4, football - 24, track-2, class play-34, student body presi- dent-4. STEVE HEIMAN: A club 2-34, cross age peer 4, Basket- ball-1-2-3, Track-2-34, Cross country-2-34, Wrestling-4. JOE HENDRICKS: Class treasurer-4, A-club-14, basket- ball-I4, football-14, track-14, FFA-1, A-club vice-president-4, prom waiter-2, homecoming king-4, all conference football-4. TODD HUGHES: German club-34, A-club-34, basket- ball-1 4, football-14, track-14, A-club president -4, prom waiter—2, homecoming attendant-34, honorable all conference basketball—4. LARRY ISRAEL: Boys chorus-1,4, mixed chorus-1,4, cross age peer-3, German club-3,4, band-14, small vocal and band groups—24, basketball—2, declam-4, CUBETTE-3,4, class play-34, one act play-1-3, Augustana band festival-4, Betty Crocker Award-4, Minnie Larson Award-3, boys' state-3. CARLA JOHNSON: Girls glee-24, cross-age peer-34, German club-3, pep club-14, track-24, DAKOTA-34, class play-34, FHA-1-3, pom pom girl-1-34. DEBBIE JURRENS: FHA-4. BLAKE LARSON 79 JOANNE MERRICK: Girls track-3, librarian-34, FHA- 1-2-4. LISA MINER: Girls glee-2-3, pep club-2, FHA-1-4. PEGGY NEWMAN: Girls glee 1 -4, mixed chorus 1 -4, class vice president—4, pep club-1-3, girls track-2, DAKOTA-1-4, pom pom girl-14, student coun- cil—2, FHA-1-4, parliamentarian-3, homecoming attendant -3, homecoming queen-4, prom wait- ress-2. GLORIA OSTERKAMP: Girls glee-2-3, class play-4, FHA -1-4. JULIE PERSINGER: Girls glee—3, mixed chorus—3, pep club-4, pom pom girl—4, homecoming attendant— 4, sweetheart attendant—4. LLOYD RODUNER: Boys chorus—3-4, mixed chorus—3-4, cross age peer-4, small vocal groups-3-4, class pres- ident-4, class secretary-1, A-club-2-4, basketball- 1-4, football-1-4, track-1-3, class play-3-4, boys’ state alternate-3, William R. Hearst senate youth- 4, football all conference honorable mention—4. DENNIS ROLFES: Class Officer-1,4, basketball-1-4, foot- ball 1-2, cross country-34, class play-4, FFA- 14, officer—4. ELDON SAUGSTAD: Boys chorus 14, mixed chorus 14, cross age peer-4, small chorus groups-34, A-club— 34, basketball-2, football-1,34, track-2, declam -2-3, librarian-2-3, class play-34, one act play- 1-2, FFA—14, FFA vice president—3, sentinel—4, prom waiter-2, boys’ state-3, all state chorus-4. RICKY SCHEMPP: Boys chorus—4, Mixed chorus -4, band -1-3, band small groups-1-3, basketball-2, FFA- 4. DESIREE S1GMAN: Track-2-3, librarian-2, prom waitress —2, sweetheart attendant-4. STEVE SIGMAN: Cross age peer-4, class president-3, A- club-14, track-1-24, cross-country—14, prom waiter—2, homecoming attendant—24. TERESA SMITH: Cross age peer-4, German Club-4, pep club-4, girl’s track manager-4, declam-4, DAKOTA—4, CUBETTE—4, class play—4, Mistress of Ceremonies for Sweetheart-4. TEDDY SOGN: Vocal Music-2-34, Vocal Small Groups 34, Football 1-2-3,Track. SHERYL SOLBERG: Cross age peer-4, class president-1, pep club-1,2, DAKOTA-4, CUBETTE-4, class play—4, FHA 14, Homecoming Attendant 4. DELAYNE STEENECK: Boys chorus-34, mixed chorus 34. VENITA SWANSON: German club-3, FHA-14. GERALD THOMPSON: Boys chorus-14, mixed chorus 14, band-1-3, vocal small groups-34, basketball- 14, football-1, class play -34, cover boy-3, swing choir-4, all state chorus-34, FFA treasurer-4, FFA-14, state livestock judging team-3. DAVID VAN ENGEN: FFA-1-3, track-24, boy’s chorus- 1-2, cross country-24, chorus—1-2. JOE VIK: German club-34. 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