Alcester High School - Cubette Yearbook (Alcester, SD)

Text from Pages 1 - 96 of the 1977 volume:

THE 1977 CUBETTE Alcester High School Alcester, South Dakota 57001 Volume XXIX Editor Assistant Ed. Bus. Manager Copy Editor Typing Editor Photographer Laura Hendricks Ruth Hultgren Pam Johnson Rhonda Thompson Evelynn Dunlap Mary Ann Dunlap Activities 9 Students................35 Academic ...............51 Sports....................59 Administration............77 Advertisements............81 2 Student Life Right: Todd Merrick develops a new wav 10 disect frogs for Biology. Below: Dan Buum sees his life passing before his eyes. Below: “I just can't do a thing with these cuticles. Below: New school uniforms Above: Cheerleader Mary Anderson is thrilled over the “De Feet” of West Sioux. Right: “Oh wow man Student Life Below: No more pencils, no more books, no more teacher’s dirty looks. Above: You can get up now, Gene The tornado drill is over. Below: Students race to lunch line. 5 Student Life Above: Well, John, is it true what they say about love being blind? Above: Kevin Sebesta can't wait for his Ever-Clear to distill so he drinks it at 150 proof. Below: Is this what they call the Bump? Below: If only the counselor had been in. 6 Below The fans at one of the girl's basketball games. 7 Autographs at past CObcttes we see changes, but we also seepersonalities Some of us can be seen through pictures jdnee kindergarten. m vrther tow $ or country schcfcJfc But where ever all these Looking back being developed Others were transferred in froi — we came from, each place left a lasjuie mark on each of ourJN m marks were brought to the A Ices ter School ie of the things the Seniors remember are: bowing t ig flowers for the “C lass of '7JL , making, money for a gOdB tri for the ass of 76”, and graduating_ -‘Class of hi . It se ns that this is the natural trend in making it dowii'fba long and sometimes ion orne road for anyone in High School Tfie only thing ih changes arc |hc dlass numbers. I This is fbhajn Cubette that uc jjie X lass of '77,r.; will be included in. Our left a lasting impression on to capture the “76-77”Hear as it really Q whcnjhc years h«ve passed and we take Mitk School days. hope is that we can be re me you. We, th Cubelte Staff, have in pictures!rfj unwo Cubcttes out] w sit back and reflect on our pa ■ IV n It jtkl 0 Homecoming Dawns lo “Morning Has Broken” The lights were dimmed, the music low and everyone was holding their breath as Joni Johnson and Kim Andersen, Freshman attendants, Rachelle Merrick and Steve Hughes, Sophomore attendants, and Dianna Zingler and Ed McNeill, Junior attendants, approached the stage to the beat of Morning Has Broken”. Next through the arch came Michelle Berglund, Mike Kruid. Mark McNeill, and Kate Buum, flower, envelope, and crown bearers. The senior candidates; Lori Hongslo and Gene Johnson, Mary Anderson and Jason Peterson, and Serena Barnes and Brad Kleinhans were then spotlighted onto the stage The gym was silent until Pam Johnson announced the 1976 Homecoming King and Queen. Queen Mary and King Brad were crowned and robed by 1st Row: Kim Andersen, Steve Hughes. Ed McNeill, Dianna Zingler. Rachelle Merrick, and Joni Johnson. 2nd Row: Jason Peterson and Serena Barnes. 3rd Row: Gene Johnson and Lori the 1975 Homecoming King and Queen, Mitch Kjose and Brenda Crawford. Mary and Brad reigned over the following program, which consisted of skits and musical numbers presented by the Student Body. A Pep Rally was held at the bon-fire following coronation to prepare for the football game to be held the following night. The Cubs came out victorious over the Salem Cubs, to win the first Homecoming game since 1971. Alccster came out on top with a last second touchdown, to wind up the game with the score of 14-8. A dance was held Saturday night, with music by the Outer Limits, to wrap up a most memorable Homecoming weekend. Hongslo. 4th Row: Michael Kruid. Michelle Berglund. King Brad Kleinhans, Queen Mary Jane Anderson. Mark McNeill, and Kate Buum. Above: Cheerleaders Shclli Newberg. Cherie Sorlie, and Ruth Huh gren take a leap. Left: Paul Twedt. Brian Quail, and Jerome Reynolds, take time out for a Kool-Aid break. Sweetheart Queen Shirley Above: Lori Johnson sings a song to entertain the Sweetheart Royalty. Below: Warren Johnson and Ed McNeill spoof Hee Haw's Jr. Sample’s car advertisements. Above: Martin Scheffen attempts to send an arrow through Queen Shirley's heart. Below: Erin Lusk dreams of being the Sweetheart Queen. Above Sweetheart Royalty, from Left, Lori Hongslo, Rhonda Thompson, Queen, Shirley Johnson, Serena Barnes and Laura Hendricks. Sweetheart '77 “Me and My Arrow As the lights went down, and the spotlight came up, the suspense of who our 1977 Sweetheart Queen would be, grew. Rhonda Twedt then began to play the theme song, “Nadia’s Theme,” as Mary Jane Anderson accompanied on the flute. John Bcrgdale, Master of Ceremonies, began to introduce the 1977 Sweetheart Candidates and their escorts: Serena Barnes, escorted by Brad Kleinhans, Laura Hendricks, escorted by Darrell Warner, Lori Hongslo, escorted by Gene Johnson, Shirley Johnson, escorted by Warren Johnson, and Rhonda Thompson, escorted by Jarvis Peterson. The envelope was then opened by John, and the 1976 Sweetheart Queen, Charmain Hagen, then crowned Shirley Johnson, as the 1977 Sweetheart Queen. After being crowned. Queen Shirley was presented a box of candy by Jacqueline VonWald and a bouquet of red roses by Student Body President, Evelynn Dunlap. Then the classes and organizations presented a program consisting of songs and skits. The night was then wrapped up with the “Outer Limits” playing for the dance. 15 A Dramatic Beginning This year the Juniors and Seniors were offered a one semester class known as Drama. These students studied and learned the backstage and on stage moves that go on during plays. They presented a series of one-act plays written by Edgar Allen Poe. They did “The Black Cat , “Murder of Rue Morgue and “Fall of the House of Usher . The students broadened their knowledge and took on the task of a 3 act comedy, “Everybody's Getting Married. Under the direction of Mrs. JoAnn Rozell, the Drama Class gained valuable experience. Wanda Onnen applies make-up on Heather Lusk before curtain time. 1st Row: Brian Steeneck. Mike Bernhardt, Paul Twedt, and Joe Onnen. 2nd Row Bill Lind. Mrs. Rozell. Cherie Sorlie. Wendy Schempp, Cindy Anderson. Kristi Linger!. Pam Johnson. Heather Lusk, Evelynn Dunlap, and Ruth Hultgren. 3rd Row Todd Hakl, Martin Schiefen. Kay Danielson, Sally Tucker. Trudy Holtkamp. Wanda Onnen. Michelle Gross, Rhonda Ryken. Dianna Zingler, Janet Vreugdenhil, Rhonda Weyen. and Jill Homandbcrg. Above Camille (Dianna Zinglcr) rebels against her mother (Wan- da Onnen). From the play “Murders in the Rue Morgue.” Upper Right: “What have you done with my sister?” asks a sus- picious Rhonda Weyen of her guilty brother-in-law Todd Hakl. A nosy neighbor. Cherie Sorlie looks on. From the play The Black Cat”. Lower Right: Inspector Martin Schiefen carefully reviews the clues which lead him to the malicious murder. From the play “Murders in the Rue Morgue Below: Joe Onnen adds the finishing touches to Todd Hakl as Rhonda Wcven looks on. 17 “The Bear Facts” Bares Facts The Bear Facts! That's right. For the past school year 17 students and teacher, Mr. Alan Hall, have brought to the public the new school paper, called “The Bear Facts”. The students have worked hard on the stories, which they wrote for the paper, but this was not all the class did! They also learned how to write creatively in order to capture attention and hold interest. This has been a great year for the class and has given those students interests in a writing career and a chance to become involved. Laura Hendricks and Evelynn Dunlap work together to meet the deadline for the next edition of “The Bear Facts”. 1st Row Lori Hongslo, June Grage. Evelynn Dunlap, Scott Lusk. Mr. Hall, Myrth Ludwig, Gene Johnson. Laura Hend- ricks, Serena Barnes, Lori Johnson. Clifton Saugstad. Kevin Sebesta, Rhonda Thompson, and Brad Kleinhans. 2nd Row: Scott Sundstrom. Joe Onnen. Jerry Ymker. and Darrell War- ner. (Not Pictured: Debra Jensen.) 18 “Reflections of. . . ” To ease the debt inherited from past years and to end the year on a sound financial basis, the Cubette staff raised the price of a Cubette, as well as working extra hard on selling ads. People helping to achieve this goal were Editor-Laura Hendricks, Co-Editor-Ruth Hultgren, Copy Editor-Rhonda Thompson, Business Manager-Pam Johnson, Photographer-Mary Ann Dunlap, and all the salesmen and reporters. Also, our advisor Mr. Hall helped them make their deadlines. Department Heads: Head Typist-Evelynn Dunlap, Co-Ed- Ruth Hultgren. Bus. Mgr-Pam Johnson. Head Photo- Mary Ann Dunlap. Ed.-Laura Hendricks, Copy Ed.- Rhonda Thompson. Below: Cubette Staff: 1st Row: Karen Hakl. Wanda Onnen, Heather Lusk. Cherie Sorlie, Jill Homandberg. 2nd Row: Paul Buum, Michelle Gross, Myrth Ludwig 3rd Row: Lori Johnson, Rhonda Ryken, Pam Johnson; 4th Row: Kristi Lingerl, Kevin Gross. 5lh Row: Trudy Lingert, Kevin Gross. 5lh Row: Trudy Hollkamp. Mr. Hall, Debbie Jensen. 6th Row: Evelynn Dunlap. 7th Row: Laura Hend- ricks. Rhonda Thompson. Scott Lusk, Shelli Newberg. Ruth Hultgren Clubs and Organizations Add Interest Three types of organization, a specialized group, a language group, and a scholarly group, have helped AHS students channel their interests and abilities. The specialized group could be called the student council. The Student Council is special because each representative represents some organization or class. This year's Student Council under the capable direction of President Evelynn Dunlap, did a fine job of representation. The Student Council provided the Homecoming and Sweetheart bands, sold concessions, and purchased a stereo for the Study Hall. At Christmas time they provided a movie and candy for the Student Body. Above: Student Council Officers Pres. Evelynn Dunlap, Treasurer Ruth Hultgren. Vice Pres. Rhonda Thompson, and Secretary Lori Johnson Right Student Council Members, Row . From Left. Rhonda Peter- son. Nina Barnes, Rhonda Thomp- son. Evelynn Dunlap, Laura Hend- ricks, Lori Johnson, Ruth Hult- gren, Cherie Sorlie. Row 2. John Bergdale. Mark Andersen. Bryan Crawford. Gene Johnson, Scott Lusk, Erin Lusk. Row 3. Warren Johnson. Jamie Schempp. Mike Lappegard. Left: Language Club, From Left. Kay Danielson. Janet Vreugdenhil, Mr Del- mar Schnabel. Jerome Reynolds, Monica Clark. Organizations The scholarly group would be the National Honor Society. This group consisted of 15 juniors and seniors having maintained a minimum grade point average of 3.00. Under Brad Kleinhans, the President, the National Honor Society had a pie sale and served many nights in the concession stand, to contribute to a scholarship fund. This year's advisors for Student Council and National Honor Society were Mr. Wurtz and Mr. Zigler. The language group is the German Club. This group consisted of Monica Clark, Kay Danielson and Janet Vreugdenhil. They held regular meetings the last Wednesday of every month, under supervision of their advisor, Mr. Delmar Schnabel. In addition to these three clubs we include the Librarians Club This Club was led by President Michelle Gross, Vice President Pam Johnson, Secretary-Treasurer, Audrey Van Ballagooyen, and advisor Mrs. Diane Hanson. There were 15 librarians who worked through the year to serve as librarian and earn a library pin. Those who served as librarians during their four years in school received a special medal. These four organizations and special groups did a fine job of serving our school, participating in activities, and benefitting the school and themselves through their activities. Beloh. Student Libraria ns- Row I From Left. Betsy Ahart, Audrey Van Ballagooyen. Kay Danielson. Karen Hakl. Sally Tucker. Janet Vreugdenhil. Row Two, Mrs. Hanson. Marry Ann Dunlap, Jill Homand- berg, Ramona Johannson, Serena Barnes. Cherie Sorlic, Michelle Gross, Shelli Newbcrg, Evelynn Dun- lap, Pam Johnson Row 3. Sheryl Gabel. Joelle Leaf- ed . Martin Schiefen. Cindy Gabel. Joyce Ymker, Myrth Ludwig, Dianna Zinglcr. Laura Hendricks, Rhonda Weyen. Below: National Honor Society, Row , Rhonda Thomp- son, Laura Hendricks, Karen Hakl, Shirley Johnson, Janet Vreugdenhil, Myrth Ludwig Row 2, Bryan Craw- ford. Adrian Ludwig, Gene Johnson. Scott Lusk, Kristi Lingert. Ruth Hultgren, Dianna Zinglcr, John Bergdale, Brad Kleinhans. Cheerleaders Add Spirit The . tryouts uniforms Pep rallies games tears for winning tears for a loss brand-new cheers failing mounts droopy jumps thrill of victory agony of defeat twelve united pride of position cheerleaders embarrassment of a fall forgotten lines Above: Football Cheerleaders Shelli Ncwberg, Shirley Johnson, Mary Anderson, Rhonda Ryken. Ruth Hult- gren, Rachelle Merrick, and Nina Barnes. Upper Right Jr. Varsity Cheerleaders Joni Johnson, Stephanie Lappegard. Belinda Cooper, and Charlotte Leaf- stedt. Below: Varsity Wrestling Cheerleaders Cherie Sorlie, Ruth Hultgren, Rachelle Merrick, and Nina Barnes Lower Right Varsity Cheerleaders Shelli Ncwberg, Mary Anderson, Shirley John- son, and Rhonda Ryken. Athletic Organizations Promote Spirit Above: GAL Club members. From Left, Jcnnee Lind. Rhonda Jurgenscn. Erin Lusk. Rhonda Peterson, Nina Barnes, Shclli Newberg. Cherie Sorlie. Ruth Hultgren: Middle. Row I. Lori Johnson. Michelle Gross, Mary Anderson, Evclynn Dunlap Mid- dle, Row 2. Cindy Anderson, Rhonda Thompson, Rhonda Twedt, Shirley Johnson. Right Hand Row. From Back, Kristi Lingert. Rhonda Ryken. Dianna Zingler. Rachelle Merrick. Mary Ann Dunlap, Marilee Hagen, Cindy Gabel, Nancy Bergdale and Belinda Cooper. Below: Pep Club, Row I From Left. Janice Pearson. Sandra Green. Rhonda Ryken. Joni Johnson. Jane Quail, Heather Lusk. Cherie Sorlie, Ruth Hultgren. Shirley Johnson, Stephanie Lappe- Below: A Club Row I. From Left. Keith Leafstedt, Joel Hagen, Scott Kroger, Mark Andersen, Brad Kleinhans. Kevin Gross. Row 2, Glenn Jensen. Kim Andersen, Mike Zingler. Dan Buum. Ed McNeill, John Bergdale. Keith Anderson; Row 3. Steve Hughes. Neal Barnes. Brian Berg. Craig Anderton. Todd Mer- rick, Jeff Hall. Bryan Crawford. Tony Peterson. Dale Pearson, Row 4. Kevin Keiser, Brian Ludwig, Stuart Heiman, Mike Lappe- gard, Scott Lusk, Kevin Sebcsia, Doug Jensen, Tom Zingler. Jason Peterson, Jarvis Peterson, Warren Johnson. gard, Julie Kjose, Mrs. Conie Larsen. Row 2. Rhoda Sommer- void, Monica Clark, Brenda Winquist. Joclle Leafstedt. Wanda Onnen, Pam Johnson. Lori Johnson, Cindy Anderson, Michelle Gross. Mary Anderson. Betsy Ahart. Rachelle Merrick; Row 3. Debbie Anderson, Belinda Cooper, Vicki Twedt, Erin Lusk. Shelli Newberg, Patti McKee, Dianna Zingler. Kay Lapour. Peggy Peck. Janet Vreugdenhil. Kandy Osterkamp, Trudy Holtkamp, Laura Hendricks, Jennee Lind; Row 4. Rhonda Weyen, June Grage. Jill Homandberg. Sheryl Gabel, Mary Ann Dunlap. Joyce Ymker, Audrey Van Ballegooyen, Kelli Lapour, Elma Ymker, Wendy Schempp. Charlotte Leafstedt, Krisit Lingert, Rhonda Twedt. Lori Hongslo. 23 FHA Holds RAP Session This year the Alcester FHA Chapter consisted of 63 members. The impact project for the year was community RAP (Reaching All People) which involved working for and with the community. The project was carried out by donating money to the Morningside Manor Fund and helping the Jaycette's. A sock-hop was held and the money earned was donated to the Scholarship Fund. Daddy Date Night was held with many father's participating by being models in the fashion show. The Mother-Daughter Banquet was held in May and the theme of the banquet was “Shape Up for Spring'. The State Convention was held in Huron and the Regional Convention in Harrisburg. FHA Officers Rulh Hultgren. Rhonda Rykcn. Debbie Anderson, Rachellc Merrick. Mrs. Ericson, Pam Johnson. Kay Lapour, Gail Jacob. Janet Vrcugdcnhil 1st Row; Mrs. Ericson. Laura Hendricks, Kay Danielson, Cheri Sorlic, Ruth Hultgren, Gail Jacob, Rachellc Merrick. Rhonda Ryken, Kay Lapour. Debbie Anderson, Janet Vreugdenhil, Joyce Ymker, Jcnnee Lind. Kelli Lapour. and Kandy Osterkamp. 2nd Row: Wendy Schcmpp. Wanda Onncn, Patti McKee, Heather Lusk. Dianna Zinglcr, Krisii Lingert, Pam Johnson, Lori Johnson, Rhonda Thompson, Rhonda Wcyen, Shelli New berg, Karen Hakl. and Janice Pearson. 3rd Row: Trudy Holl- kamp, Joelle Lcafstedt. Audrey Van Ballegooycn. Charlotte Lcafstedt, Elma Ymker. Brenda Win- quist. Rhonda Peterson, Mary Ann Dunlap. Susan DeVries. Serena Barnes. Mary Jane Anderson, Cindy Anderson, and Myrth Ludwig. 4th Row: Sandra Green, Erin Lusk. Joni Johnson, Ramona Johannson. Jane Quail, Cindy Gabel, Julie Kjose, Vicki Twedt, Rhonda Twcdt. Shirley Johnson, Michelle Gross, and Lori Hongslo. 5th Row Be- linda Cooper. Rhoda Sommervold. Marilcc Hagen. Brenda Stecneck, Jill Homandberg, Betsy Ahart. and Stephanie Lappegard. 24 Street Signs Project Selling fruit, making bleachers for the fairgrounds, and putting up street signs were some of the projects that the FFA accomplished during the year. Towards the end of the year a banquet was held for members and parents. At the banquet awards were given to Jamie Schempp, Star Green Hand; Warren Johnson, Star Chapter Farmer and DeKalb; Stuart Heiman, Delmar Scott Award; Craig Anderton, Beef Proficiency; Paul Twcdt, Swine Proficiency; Jeff Hall, Livestock Proficiency; John Bergdale, Crop Production; and Participation Awards to Kevin Hamilton, Freshman; Keith Anderson, Sophomore; and Adrian Ludwig, Junior. hi Row: Mr. Quick. Darrell Warner. Jarvis Peterson, John Bergdale. Warren Johnson, Stuart Heiman, Jeff Hall, and Jason Peterson. 2nd Row: Tim Osterkamp. Jerry Ymker. Todd Hakl, Paul Twedt, Adrian Ludwig. Randy Ronning, and Bill Lind. 3rd Row: Keith Anderson. Troy Above: FFA Officers, Advisor, James Quick; Sec. John Berg- dale; Parliamentarian, Darrell Warner; Treas. Jeff Hall; Pres. Warren Johnson; VP Stuart Heiman; Reporter, Jarvis Peterson; Sentinel Jason Peterson Sonichsen, Brian Quail, Mike Lappcgard. Randy Schoel- Icrman. and Jerome Reynolds. 4th Row Jim Robertson. Jaimey Schempp. Brian Ludwig, Todd Merrick, and Craig Anderton. 5th Row: Glenn Jensen. Jody Frye, Darwin Ryken, and Kevin Hamilton 1st Row: Laura Hendricks. Erin Lusk, Vicki Twcdt, Myrth Ludwig. Cindy Anderson. Heather Lusk. Ramona Johann- son. and Kevin Gross. 2nd Row: Kristi Lingert, Lori Hongslo, June Gragc. Rhonda Twcdt, Wanda Onncn. Jane Quail. Joelle Leafstedt. Rhonda Rykcn, and Mr. Larson. 3rd Row: Jennee Lind. Rhonda Thompson. Ruth Hultgrcn. Monica Clark. Brenda Winquist. Scott Livingston, LeAnne Lingert, and Janice Pearson. 4th Row: Sandra Green, Paul Buum, Duane Onnen, Joni Johnson, Trudy Holtkamp, Susan Heiman, Stephanie Lappegard, and Kay Lapour. 5th Row: Shirley Johnson, Charlotte Leafstedt, Lori Johnson, Mary Jane Anderson. Billy Lind. Craig Andcrton. Kelli Lapour, and Rachelle Merrick. 6th Row: Julie Kjosc, Keith Anderson, Troy Sonichsen. Diane Ludwig. Brian Quail. Dan Buum, and Joe Onnen. Band Performs Under New Director The Alcester Band started the year with, new director, Mr. David Larsen. The Band consisted of about 50 students for the 1976-77 school year The band performed for homecoming and marched at Brookings and Vermillion. They also participated in contest at Vermillion in the middle part of the year. They also worked very hard in preparation for the concerts they were in. A few of the students made up the Stage Band (a new attraction). They performed with the musical and also in the various concerts. The entire band also played for Commencement, Memorial Day and Labor Day services. 26 Percussion Ensemble, From Left, LeAnne Lingert. Janice Pearson. Paul Buum. Wanda Onnen, and Scott Livingston. Below-Brass Choir; Row J From Left. Joe Onnen, Jim Ahart. Bill Lind, Craig Anderton. Keith Anderson, Troy Sonichsen, Second Row: Monica Clark, Ruth Hultgren, Diane Ludwig, Heather Lusk, Matt Eilers; Third Row. Dan Buum, Myrth Ludwig. Victoria Twcdt, Erin Lusk, and Wendy Schempp. 27 Above: Flute Ensemble: 1st Row: Shirley Johnson. Lori Johnson. Brenda Winquist. and Mary Jane Ander- son. 2nd Row Kelli La pour, Charlotte Lcafstedt, Rachelle Merrick, and Wanda Onnen. Below Saxophone Ensemble: 1st Row Jcnncc Lind. Row: Debbie Jensen. Trudy Holtkamp, and Kay Stephanie Lappegard, and Rhonda Thompson. 2nd Lapour. ♦ Choruses Perform—Concerts, TV All-State—Contest At Left: Swing Choir. Dan Buum, Wanda Onnen. Jan- ice Pearson, Troy Sonich- sen. Ruth Hultgren. Kay La pour. Back Row. From Left. Paul Buum. Heather Lusk, Joe Onnen. Vicki Twedt. Audrey Van Balle- gooyen, Clifton Saugstad, Charlotte Leafstedt, Scott Lusk, Wendy Schempp, Tom Zingler. Lori Johnson. Jim Ahart. At Right: Boys Ensemble, Row I From Left. Tom Zingler, Paul Buum. Kevin Gross, Dan Buum. Row 2. Martin Schicfen. Craig Anderton. Clifton Saugstad. Scott Lusk, Troy Sonichsen. Joe Onnen, Scott Sund- strom. Left: Contes! Soloists. From l eft, Wanda Onncn, Erin Lusk. Char- lotte l.eafstcdt. Betsy Ahart, Audrey VanBallegooyen, Lori Johnson. Wendy Schempp. Below: Girls’ Ensemble, From Left, Ruth Hultgren, Laura Mend- ricks, Audrey VanBallegooyen, Heather Lusk. Wanda Onnen, Wendy Schempp, Shelli Newbcrg. and Shirley Johnson. Vocalists Girls Chorus: Row . Janice Pearson, Sandra Green, Rhonda Ryken, Joni Johnson. Jane Quail, Heather Lusk, Cherie Sorlie, Ruth Hultgren, Shirley Johnson, Stephanie Lappegard, Julie Kjose, Mrs. Connie Larsen. Row 2. Rhoda Sommervold, Monica Clark. Brenda Winquist, Joelle Lcafstcdt, Wanda Onnen, Pam Johnson, Lori Johnson, Cindy Anderson, Michelle Gross, Mary Anderson, Betsy Ahart, Rachelie Merrick. Row 3, Debbie Ander- son. Belinda Cooper, Vicki Twedt, Erin Lusk. Shelli New berg, Patti McKee, Dianna Zingler, Kay Lapour, Peggy Peck, Janet Vreugdenhil. Kandy Osterkamp, Trudy Holtkamp. Laura Hend- ricks. Jennee Lind. Row 4. Rhonda Weycn, June Gragc, Jill Homandbcrg, Sheryl Gabel, Mary Ann Dunlap, Joyce Vmker, Audrey Van Ballegooyen, Kelly Lapour, Elma Ymker, Wendy Schempp, Charlotte Leafstedt, Kristi Lingert. Rhonda Twedt. Lori Hongslo. Mixed Chorus: Row I From Left. Rhoda Sommervold, Janice Pearson, Sandra Green, Rhonda Ryken, Heather Lusk, Kevin Gross, Dan Buum, Paul Buum, Cherie Sorlie. Ruth Hultgren, Rachelle Merrick. Mrs. Conic Larsen. Row 2. Monica Clark Brenda Winquist, Rhonda Weyen. Wanda Onnen, Pam Johnson, Tom Zingler, Clifton Saugstad, Troy Sonichsen. Todd Hakl, Kay Lapour. Lori Johnson, Jennce Lind, Betsy Ahart, Shirley Johnson, Rhonda Twedt. Row 3 From Left. Stephanie Lappe- gard, Belinda Cooper. Vicki Twedt. Erin Lusk. Patti McKee. Dianna Zingler. Scott Lusk. Joe Onnen. Craig Anderton, Todd Merrick, Peggy Peck, Trudy HoltKamp. Lori Hongslo, Mary An- derson. Michelle Gross. Row 4. June Grage. Jill Homandberg. Sheryl Gabel, Mary Ann Dunlap. Audrey VanBallegooyen. Elma Ymker, Jerome Reynolds, Tony Peterson, Martin Schiefen. Ed McNeill, Scott Sundstrom, Janet Vreugdenhil, Shelli Newberg. Wendy Schempp, Charlotte Leafstedt. Kristi Lingerl. Above: Girls Ensemble-Row I. From Left. Rhonda Twedt. Lori Johnson. Janet Vreugdenhil, Charlotte Leafstedt, Row 2. Vicki Twedt, Stephanie Lappe- gard. Rhonda Ryken, Erin Lusk. Girls Ensemble Mixed Ensemble Below Mixed Ensemble; Cherie Sorlie, Clifton Saugstad, Kap Lapour, Charlotte Leafstedt, Troy Sonichsen, Scott Lusk, Lori Johnson, and Dan Buum. “Follow the Yellow Brick Road' Sunday, May 1. the Junior Class arrived at the city auditorium armed with brooms, buckets, ladders, hammers, tape, and lots ol ambition. After five days of good hard work and lots of fun, the Juniors headed for home, tired but satisfied and very relieved. On Saturday, May 7. the Juniors, Seniors, and Faculty arrived at the banquet. Pam Johnson was Mistress of Ceremonies and Janet Vreughdenhil read the table prayer before the meal. Pam gave the welcome, and acceptance was given by Scott Lusk. Laura Hendricks read the class History proceeded by Ruth Hultgren reading the Class Prophecy. The banquet was interrupted half way through by the wicked witch of the West. Guest speaker for the event was Mrs. Sherry Prom Waiters and Waitresses: 1st Row Sheryl Gabel. Nina Barnes. Rhonda Peterson: 2nd Row: Mark Andersen, Goldammer, who shared her memories of past prom experiences. Wanda Onncn then presented a poem to the Seniors. Evelynn Dunlap and Michelle Gross then added a few laughs with the Senior Class Will. At the end of the yellow brick road, the waiters and waitresses presented their own interpretation of the Munchkins with two music numbers. In Emerald City the “Outer Limits were found performing their music from nine to twelve. After the dance, the movie “Phantom of the Paradise was shown at Hawarden. At 3:30 A M., the Junior parents served breakfast in the auditorium basement. The Juniors hope the Prom will bring happy memories and someday everyone will find their pot of gold. Neal Barnes, Sieve Hughes. Dan Buum. Keith Anderson: 3rd Row: Rachelle Merrick. Mary Ann Dunlap Below: Whai has the Witches’ Brew done to Dale, Warren. Jarvis, and Bill. Below: Juniors entertains with the song: “Somewhere Over The Rainbow”. Above: The Mayor of Munchkinland delivers the Class Prophecy to be read by Ruth Hultgren. Above: Mrs. Shery Goldammcr shares memories of her past proms. Follow the Yellow Brick Road Below: Head table awaits their part of the program. Bottom: Juniors looking over the final touches as the banquet begins. Below: The Wicked Witch of the West crashes the party. Below Senior girls enjoy the scenery. Seniors Have “Worlds of Fun” in Kansas City The 33 members of the “Class of 77” and advisor Mr. Hall were proud to announce their graduation on May 27, 1977, but before they reached that destiny many things had to be done. One of their first class meetings they decided to take their class trip to Kansas City's “Worlds of Fun , but one thing held them back. . MONEY! That didn't stop them, so they had a Turkey Raffle, Bake Sales, Pie Sale. Dance and ran some concession stands. Finally that long destiny was reached, and they were proud that they had made it. When they had the money they relaxed a bit, but then they had to order Graduation Announcements, picking a theme, class flowers, and class colors. That's all behind them now, but they all will remember the busy schedules, being the upperclassmen, making money, loads of tests, taking Senior pictures, and picking announcements, but above all the night of graduation, which was the last time the “Class of 77“ was together as a class. Cindy Anderson Debbie Anderson Mary Anderson Serena Barnes Treas.-Warren Johnson. Vice-Pres-Brad Kleinhans, Sec- RHonda Thompson and Sitting Pres.-Scott Lusk Evelynn Dunlap Stuart Hciman Gene Johnson June Grage Laura Hendricks Lori Johnson Michelle Gross Lori Hongslo Pam Johnson Karen Hakl Deba Jenson Shirley Johnson 37 “Cherish Yesterday, Live Today, Dream Tomorrow motto Joe Onnen Jason Peterson Tim Osterkamp Clifion Saugsiad Dale Pearson Kevin Sebesta Jarvis Peterson Rhonda Thompson Bill Trudeau Joyce Ymker Rhonda Twedi Jerry Ymker Darrell Warner Below Gene Johnson guards his paper during a difficult Sr. Math Quiz. Below: One of the Creative Writing gently to complete his assignment. Class students works dili- Juniors Present Prom The first day of school presented some new and exciting challenges for the class of '78. Class officers selected were; President-Pam Johnson, Vice-President-Tom Zingler, Secretary-Dianna Zingler, Treasurer-Janet Vrcugdenhill. Student Council Representatives were Bryan Craw ford, Ruth Hultgren and Mike Lappegard, while Mr. Webster and Mr. Schnabel served as class advisors. Homecoming attendants were Dianna Zingler and Ed McNeill. The Juniors presented the Seniors with a Prom entitled “Somewhere over the Rainbow . Kristi Lingert was chosen as the Girl's State Representative, with Ruth Hultgren as her alternate. Cherrie Sorlic just can t seem to do a thing with her hair as she prepares for the Drama Class play. Jim Ahart John Bcrgdalc Bryan Crawford Kay Danielson Don DeYoung Todd Hakl Jeff Hall Trudy Holtkamp Jill Homandberg Ruth Hultgren Gail Jacob Mike Lappegard Bill Lind Kristi Lingert Adrian Ludwig Heather Lusk Patti McKee Ed McNeill 40 Wanda Onncn Kandy Osterkamp Tony Peterson Randy Ronning Rhonda Ryken Wendy Schempp Marlin Schiefcn Randy Schoollerman Cheric Sorlic Brian Steeneck Sally Tucker Paui Twcdt Janet Vrcugdenhil Rhonda W’even Dianna Zingler Tom Zigler Sot Pictured: Scott Sundstrom 41 Sophomores Face New Responsibilities The sophomore class this year had a total of 32 students. Their activities ranged from the usual classroom work, to building and burning the Homecoming “A , to buying the seniors graduation flowers. While the sophomore class were faced with requirements, they did have some say in class meetings. President Dan Buum called meetings to order with Todd Merrick, Kevin Reiser, and Kay Lapour assisting, they served as Vice-Pres., Secretary, and Treas. respectively, with Mr. Ptak advising them. The class also had a voice in Student Council with student representatives Mark Andersen and Mary Dunlap. Homecoming was also a time of representation with Rachelle Merrick and Steve Hughes serving as attendants. Sophomore class officers: Top: Vice Pres. Todd Merrick. Left: Pres. Dan Buum. Right Sec. Kevin Keiser. Bottom: Trcs. Kay Lapour Mark Andersen Kcilh Anderson Craig Anderton Neal Barnes Nina Barnes Brian Berg Dan Buum Monica Clark Mary Ann Dunlap Sheryl Gabel Marilee Hagen Steve Hughes Doug Jensen Kevin Keiser Kay Lapour Charlotte Leafstedt Joelle Leafstedt Brian Ludwig 42 Above: Todd Merrick irritates Mr. Kroger with another one of his corny hair jokes. Above: Kay Lapour received the Hugh O’Brien award given to an outstanding sophomore in areas of leadership, scholarship, and character. Rachellc Merrick Todd Merrick Machel Ncwberg Peggy Peck Rhonda Peterson Brian Quail Jerome Reynolds Rhoda Sommervold Troy Sonichsen Mike Stubbs Audrey Van Ballegooyen Brenda Winquist Elma Ymkcr Mot Pictured: Pam Zabel 43 A New Beginning When 32 new freshmen came into AHS, they faced it as cither accomplishment or new freedoms, only to find a new word in their language— REQUIREMENTS! They were required to take English I, Physical Sci.,and PE. but they did have a choice between Algebra I or Gen. Math. If they could find some spare time, they could take in extra-curricular activities. Besides these requirements they did have some responsibilities. In their class meetings they found out it was probably the only place for the word Freedom. These class meetings were conducted by Pres. Joel Hagen, Vice President Paul Buum, Secretary Sandy Green, and Trcasurer Joni Johnson with helpful advice given by Advisor, Mr. Joachim. They also had a voice in Student Council, with Erin Lusk and Jamie Schempp speaking for their class. In the Homecoming festivities they were represented by Joni Johnson and Kim Andersen as attendants. Betsy Ahart Kim Anderson Paul Buum Belinda Cooper Susan DeVries Mark Eden Jackie Flesh man Jody Frye Cindy Gabel Rhonda Grage Sandra Green Kevin Gross Joel Hagen Kevin Hamilton Glenn Jensen Ramona Johannson Joni Johnson Julie Kjosc 44 Above: Freshman Class Officers: Sec.-Sandy Green, Trea.-Joni Johnson. Pres.-Joel Hagen. Vjce-Pres.-Paul Buum Scott Kroger Kelli Lapour Stephanie Lappegard Joe Limoges Jennee Lind Erin Lusk Janice Pearson Kevin Peterson Jane Quail Jim Robertson Darwin Ryken Jaimey Schempp Brenda Steeneck Vicky Twedt 45 Junior High Looks Toward the Future EIGHTH GRADE: 1st Row: Chris Embrock. Scott McKee, Jan Hansohm. Kristen Trieber. Duane On- nen, Sharon Peterson. Carol Fleshman, Ruth Ymker, Barbara Ekanger, Shelly Osterkamp. Pam Peck. Lisa Swanson, Bryan Sommervold, Mike Newberg. Diane l.udwig. Judy Jensen. Kevin Schoel- lerman, Kathy Bernhardt, Mike Zinglcr. Mrs. Andersen, and Mr. Kropucnske. 2nd Row: Holly Merrick, Nancy Bergdale, Heidi Hughes. Mark Johannson. Kent Anderson. Matt Eilers. Scott Liv- ingston. Scott Kruse. Mark Fickbohm. and Keith Leafstedt 3rd Row Susan Heiman, Susie Brady. Jolynne Crawford. Nancy Zinglcr. 4th Row Becky Johnson. Rhonda Jurgenscn, and LeAnne Lingert. SEVENTH GRADE: In Row: JoAnn Zinglcr. Ken- neth Keiser, Rochelle Twedt, Shelly Hartman. Kathy Jensen, Tara Sonichsen, and Mike McNeill. 2nd Row: Jon Leafstedt, Karen Swanson, Sharyl Batchclder. Rhonda Hakl, Kathy Weycn. Ronnie Upton, and Clay Clark. 3rd Row David Grage. Grant Gubbrud, Wayne Johnson, Dick Anderson, and Greg McNeill. 4th Row• Bentley St. Peter, David Farley, Mr Kroger, Tim Berg, Mrs. Horst, Mark Newberg. Tami Hansohm, Dennis Tucker, Suzan Schiefen. Penny Peck, Debbie Hemingson, Diane Neilson. and Matt Onncn. Grade School Is. . . The foundation’s been laid for four long years. The walls are strong and tall. And together with the ceiling. They possess the greatest service of all. This building houses children Ages 12 to 6. And the adults who shelter there Teach things like new math tricks. The playground is well equipped With things on which to play. And no matter the amount of homework It can be a happy day! Above: Mr. Saugstad assists David Saugstad in writing of his name. iMr. Saugstad handles children That the teachers just can’t take You should never get sent to the principal But if it happens, well that's the breaks. Below: Mrs. Rozcll helps expend the second graders energy. Don't forget the importance IV2 blocks East of the pool. For there stands Alcester's future In the shape of the Elementary School. Below: Students busy themselves at recess by building snow forts. SIXTH GRADE: 1st Row: Lisa Kleinhans, Shayna Brady, Mildred Jensen, Lisa Johnson, Carol Hama- ker. Melanie Homandberg. 2nd Row Randy Hongslo, Dean Sommervold, Tim Walz, Shane McClara. Ryan Tonning, Keith Lapour. 3rd Row: Pam Tucker, Teresa Limoges, Amy Sundsirom, Karlinda Schoutcn. Kers ten Johnson, Barbara Cooper, Gail Gragc, Choncttc Burn. Standing: Danny Schoellerman, Mr Walz. Tim Warner. FILTH GRADE 1st Row Kevin Jacob, John Hodg- son. Shellie Upton, Kathryn Treiber, Sally Hamilton, Beverly Ekanger, Jeaninc Hagen. Melanie Tonning. Jill Abraham. Mike Gross. 2nd Row: Mike Hongslo. Todd Embrock. Jim Hamaker, Trent Nelson, Mark Sheldon. Mrs. Tiltrum. Jeff Thompson. Doug Ander- son, Jerry Frye, Robbie Heiman, Todd Wells. Tom McKee, Erik Johnson, Steve Hartman. Terry Jagcr. FOLRTH GRADE: 1st Row Mike Ncilson, Jim Up- ton, Tina Vanderham, Chad Trudeau, Carl Johnson. 2nd Row: Todd Mennis, Jeff McNeill, Terry Warner, Randy Ymker, Tmra Tucker, Lynctte Peterson, Tammi Sogn. 3rd Row Mitch Merrick. Jeff Kruid, Carl Treiber. Mary Wcyen. Lczlie Hammer, Lisa Parker. Patty Limoges. 4th Row Teresa Danielson. Julie Dean, Johnctte Joseph. Kevin Hansohm. Clay O’Dca, Mrs. Hultgren, Mike Schumacher, Lydia Miner. 3RD GRADE: 1st Row: Ricky Lundberg. Danny Wiberg, Mike Jones, and Mark Quail 2nd Row. Pam Albers. Teresa Lohr, Debbie Limoges, and Brian Trciber. 3rd Row: Ross Abraham, Wendy Lundberg, Connie Paulson. Tracy Nelson, Kristi Merrick and Carl Johnson. 4th Row: Danielle Web- ster Mrs. Shoraga, Tracy Vanderham. Arlan Bern. Kara Ericson. Dwight Gubbard, Tracy Lottman. Robert Miner. Steve Peck, and Charles Nygard 2ND GRADE: 1st Row Kristen Anderson. Tom Peterson. Julie Mollcr, Michelle Bergland. and Tim Hodgson. 2nd Row: Nichole O’Connor, Gavin Clark. Howard Hamaker. Doug Mcdema. Corey Steen, Trae Sebesta, Michael Weyen, Margaret Lind, and Shari Ericson. 3rd Row Mike Kruid. Rachelle Thompson. Clint Haage. Paula Wiberg, Shelley Lappcgard. Terri Jager, Cassandra Joseph. Teresa Sonichsen, Jeff Schumacher, and Mary Johnson. 4th Row: Teresa Greenhagen. Sara Voeltz, Chad Wells, Tracy Hartman, Joey Twedt. Paul Kruse. Stacie Pilla, Kyle Sheldon. Randy Anderton, and Jason Fickbolm. 1ST GRADE 1st Row Tonya Steen. Eddie Wil- liams, Jason Johnson. Patti Jensen, Mike McMil- lan. Bobbie Kezar, Mark McNeill, Michael Berg- land. Mike Embrock. and Kristi Nygard 2nd Row: Stefin Rynolds, Heather Voeltz, April Heercn, Jacqueline VonWald, Kim Rogness, Jane Ptak, Wade Smith, Kathy Brady, Shaun Riffe, Christa Lundberg. and Michelle Hongslo. 3rd Row: Nathan Grage. Greg Swanson. Buckley Norris, David Saug- stad. Karla Schumacker, Kate Buum. Greg Schief- en, George Metzenthin. Jill Lundberg. Julie Ha- maker, and Joe Van Ballcgooyen. 39 Is Fine As Long As Their Not All Mine! Kindergarten, Group I: 1st Row: Jeff Walz, Mark Druid, Kitsy Kratochivl. Matt Newberg, Jennifer Johnson, Lisa Evanson, Cathy Peck. Wade Steencck. Jeff Klemmc 2nd Row Darwin Sogn, Ira Cooper, Grctchen Gubbrud, Craig Trciber, Leah Norris, Jolene Osterkamp, Heather Grangaard. Kristin Limoges, Wanda Otten Kindergarten, Group 2: 1st Row Doug Moller, Lisa Thompson, Angela Erick- son, Mike Kezar, Wade Hartman 2nd Row: David Fickbohm, Christopher Powell. Annette Schoellerman, Amy Von Wald, Connie Kroger, Tricia Treiber 3rd Row Todd Sheldon, Lynette Schoel- lerman, Jill Hove, John Lutter 53 Students Earn Above: Rhonda Thompson received the DAR good citizens award along with the Arvid Thor- modsgaard Award. Recognition Above: Belinda Cooper. Stephanie Lappegard, and Ruth Hultgren received top awards in the Declam contest. Below: Audrey Van Ballcgooyen. Kay Lapour. and Janet Vrcugdenhil received the Voice of De- mocracy Award. Below Laura Hendricks received the Betty Crocker Award. Students Earn Recognition Above: Brad Kleinhans re- ceived ihe NHS Scholarship Above Selected for drill team were: Row I From l ft, Debbie Anderson. Rhonda Wcyen, Kay Danielson; Row 2 From Left. Lori Hongslo, Dianna Zingler, Michelle Gross Belinda Cooper, Jill Homandberg; Row 3, Laura Hendricks, Patti McKee, Audrey Van Ballegooyen. Below: Lori Johnson received the Hammitt Music Award Above: Kristi Lingert hon- ored as Girls State Repre- sentative and Minnie Lar- son Award. Reflections of Graduation “Cherish Yesterday, Live Today, and Dream Tomorrow” was the motto of the Class of '77. They chose class colors of blue and white and a blue tipped white rose as their class flower. May 22, 1977 marked the date for Baccalaureate. Rev. Milo Sheldon delivered the sermon. The girls of the Senior Class sang “IF” and advisor Mr. Hall sang “The Lord’s Prayer”. On May 27, 1977, 32 Seniors marched up as the band played the processional. During the evening Gene Johnson gave the Valedictory Address and Myrth Ludwig the Salutatory. Representative Larry Prcssler delivered the address on preserving the work ethic. The girls of the Senior Class presented two musical selections, “Brian's Song” and “Before I Close CHERISH YESTERDAY. - live TODAY. DREAM TOMORROW Above: The Stage is set with class motto and class Power. Below: Senior Girls return to places after entertaining, flanked by Honor Guards Ed McNeill and Heather Lusk. My Eyes”. After the graduates received their diplomas, the band played the recessional as the Class of '77 filed out for the last time as a class. At Left: Congressman Larry Prcssler inspires the audience with work ethic speech. 57 Class of 77 Award of Diplomas 58 Row I: Jarvis Peterson. Warren Johnson. Jason Peterson. Kevin Sebesta, Brad Kleinhans, and Stuart Heiman. Row 2: Paul Twedt. Tom Zingler. Ed McNeill, John Bergdalc, Bryan Crawford, Mike Lappegard, and Tony Peterson. Row 3. Jerome Reynolds, Doug Jensen. Dan Buum. Steve Hughes. Mark Andersen, Todd Merrick, Mike Stubbs, Brian Berg, and Craig Anderton. Row 4; Paul Buum, Scott Kroger, Glen Jensen, Jody Frye. Jaime Schempp, Kim Andersen, Kevin Peterson, and Mark Eden. Row 5: Mr Joachim, Mr Kropu- enske. and Keith Anderson. Cubs See Best Season Below: Co-Captains. Top. Jarvis Peterson: Kneeling. Jason Peterson Looking back through the years of football at A.H.S. you see records like 1-7 and 2-6. After many such seasons, this year's team, coached by Mr. Joachim and Kropuenske, reached the goal of a 6-2 season record and 5-1 conference record, which placed them 2nd in the conference. Jason Peterson carried the football 136 times for 645 yards, and received the Headhunter Award for 106 tackles. He was also the first A.H.S. football player to be named to the All-State Defensive Team. Jason was also named All-Conference and MVP. Mark Andersen completed 35 of 66 passes for 704 yards, and was named to the All-Conference team. Other players receiving All-Conference honors were John Berdale and Jarvis Peterson. John caught the ball 31 times for 531 yards and Jarvis had 100 tackles. Honorable Mention went to Bryan Crawford, Warren Johnson, and Stuart Heiman. 60 Cubs 0 6 Elk Point ♦Cubs 38 6 Harrisburg ♦Cubs 0 32 Garretson ♦Cubs 14 8 Salem ♦Cubs 38 6 Tri-Valley ♦Cubs 29 6 Parker Cubs 28 14 Flandreau Indians ♦Cubs 34 6 Dell Rapids ♦Denotes Conference Games Above: Coach Joachim and Kropuenske lead the Cubs to a sea- son best of 6-2 Left: Cubs ready for the attack Below: Defensive team-flow I Bryan Crawford. Stuart Jason Peterson. John Bergdale. Ed McNeill, and Tony Heiman, Warren Johnson. Jarvis Peterson, and Mark Peterson. Andersen; Row 2: Mike Lappcgard. Brad Klcinhans. 61 L'pper Right-Cheerleaders Chcrie. Rochelle, Nina and Mary lead the way. Below- Fans enjoy the game and each other. Below Right-Action! Below-Offensive let ter men-from lj?ft BKIeinhans, W John- son, Jarvis Peterson. T Zingler, T.Merrick, S.Heiman, J.Berg- dale; Back Row From Left, M.Lappegard, M. Andersen, Jason Peterson, and E. McNeill 62 Cubs Score a Winning Season On November 15, 1976, approximately 20 boys showed up for the first day of basketball practice. Brad Kleihans, John Bergdale, Mark Andersen, and Bryan Crawford were the returning lettermen. December 7 was the first game, and the Cubs started the season successfully. The following games were also a majority of wins. The Cubs ended up the season with the impressive record of 9 wins, 7 losses for the B-team and 14-6 for the Varsity. Starters for the team were: Brad Kleinhans. John Bergdale. Bryan Crawlord, Jeff Hall, and Mark Andersen. Jr. Varsity starters were: Keith Anderson, Dan Buum Brean Ludwig, Kim Andersen, Jaimey Schempp. and Ed McNeill. Highlights of the year were winning the Holiday Tournament, placing 3rd in the Conference and 3rd in the District 23 Tourney, At the close of the season, the boys voted among themselves for Most Valuable Player and Co-Captain. Those selected were Brad Kleinhans as M.V.P. and Co-Captain and John Bergdale as Co-Captain Brad Kleinhans and Joe Onnen were the graduating seniors, and will be greatly missed. As for the next year a lot of experienced young men will be returning and the Alcester School system is hoping for another successful season. CUBS 91 58 H udson CUBS 68 53 Harrisburg CUBS 67 65 Wakonda CUBS 54 64 Elk Point CUBS Holiday Tourney 62 48 Garretson CUBS 81 69 Dell Rapids CUBS 63 59 West Sioux CUBS 69 41 Garretson CUBS 77 64 Salem CUBS 69 39 Gayville-Volin CUBS 73 32 Tri-Valley CUBS 78 49 Jefferson CUBS 53 56 Parker CUBS 51 54 Irene CUBS 70 66 Centerville CUBS 48 57 Dell Rapids CUBS 60 68 Beresford CUBS 85 67 Viborg District 23 Tourney CUBS 88 67 Gayville-Volin CUBS 67 70 Wakonda Indicates Conference Games Below: Mark Anderson jumps high to give Alcester control of the ball Above: Brad Kleinhans boostes Alcester’s score as he makes a technical shot. Upper Right: Mark Andersen aims carefully before shooting Right: Team members Brian Ludwig and Dan Buum look on as Jaimey Schempp shoots for two. Below Varsity Cubs- Keith Anderson. Kim Andersen. Joe Onnen. Brad Kleinhans. Jeff Hall. Mark Andersen, John Bergdale, Jaimey Schempp. Bryan Crawford. Dan Buum, Scott Kroger. Kneeling-Mr Joachim. Kevin Keiser. and Mr. Andersen. 64 Cubs in Action Above: Cheerleaders lead Cub fans in a Victory chant. Upper Right Bryan Crawford jumps high for a basket. Middle Right Go get 'em Cubs! Lower Right: John Bergdale fights his way through the crowd as he makes an attempt for two points. Lower Center: Don’t worry Coach, we ll get ’em next year! Lower Left. John Bergdale goes in for another lay-up. 65 Wrestlers Have Good Year The Alcester Wrestling Team opened the season with a young and talented group of wrestlers. The team, under the direction of coach Kropuenske, consisted of 3 seniors, 2 juniors, 4 sophomores, 2 freshmen and 1 eighth grader. Out of these 12,6 were returning lettermen. Some of the highlights of the year were taking the Early Bird Championship for the 4th consecutive year, placing 2nd in the Big Souix Conference, and accumulating a fine record of 5-4-1. Steve Hughes, Doug Jensen, Tom Zingler, Neal Barnes, Todd Merrick, and Jarvis Peterson went to regions with Todd Merrick going on to State. Todd Merrick was chosen as most Valuable Player, Jarvis Peterson, and Tom Zingler as Co-Captains, and Doug Jensen and Joel Hagen as the most improved wrestlers. Above: Coach Kropuenske shakes Todd Merrick's hand after Todd received the Most Valuable Player award Below: Mr. Kropuenske stands by Co-Captains Jarvis Peterson and Tom Zingler. •CUBS 26 42 Harrisburg •CUBS 9 48 Garrctson ♦CUBS 39 29 Salem CUBS 26 27 Elk Point ♦CUBS 38 20 Tri-Valley ♦CUBS 26 24 Parker CUBS 15 37 Akron CUBS 47 13 Centerville CUBS 9 44 Beresford ♦CUBS 26 26 Del Rapids Early Bird - 1st Conference - 4th Chester Inv. - 5th Districts - 5th •Denotes Conference meets Below Left: Neal Barnes attempts to take down his op- ponent in an effort to gain some points. 66 Sieve Hughes 14-12 Joel Hagen 7-14 Most Improved Glenn Jensen 4-14 Keith Leafstedt 7-8-1 Doug Jensen 14-10 Most Improved Tom Zingler 9- 9 Co-Captain Neal Barnes 10- 14 Mike Lappegard 4-6-1 Todd Merrick 19-8 Most Valuable, Most Pins Jarvis Peterson 13-10 Co-Captain Jason Peterson 11- 6 Warren Johnson 7-13 119 lbs. 112 lbs. 115 lbs. 98 lbs. 126 lbs. 132 lbs. 138 lbs 145 lbs 67 Boys Send 5 to State This year the boys track team managed to break four records and they were: 880 Relay by Brad kleinhans, John Bergdale, Ed McNeill and Bryan Crawford; High Jump by Mark Andersen; 120 yd. High Hurdles by Mark Andersen; Triple Jump by John Bergdale. The track team, under the direction of coach Kroger, qualified 5 for State. At the State Meet the boys placed 3rd in the Mile Relay and John Bergdale placed 1st in the Triple Jump. The boys accumulated 10 points and finished 8th out of 103 teams. John Bergdale was voted M.V.P.and Co-Captain, and Brad Kleinhans as the other Co-Captain. Those who qualified for the State Track Meet were: Ed McNeill. Bryan Crawford, Brad Kleinhans, John Bergdale, and Mark Andersen. 1st Row Kevin Gross. Scott Kroger. Mike Zingler, Joel Hagen, and Kim Andersen. 2nd Row: Bill Lind. Dan Buum, Steve Hughes, Neal Barnes, Brian Berg. Mike Stubbs, and Mark Erick- son 3rd Row: Tom Zingler, Bryan Crawford, Tony Peterson. John Bergdale, Mark Andersen, Ed McNeill. Brad Kleinhans, and Mr Kroger. Above: F.d McNeill shows how the long jump is done while Mike Zinglcr and Bill Lind look on. Below Left: Sprinters Kim Andersen. Neal Barnes, Brian Berg. Tom Zinglcr. Bryan Crawford, and Mike Zingler Below Middle: Steve Hughes. Mark Andersen, and Dan Buum show their hurdling technique Below Right Pole valuters Scott Kroger. Joel Hagen, and Bryan Crawford One Qualifies for State Running in the Fall, over hills, golf courses, and having Coach Kroger say, “Not running hard enough, two more laps! What sport could this be? But of course. Cross-Country! This year's cross-country team consisted of five very enthusiastic boys. Even though they were small in number, they still managed to attend eight meets and qualify Kevin Gross for the State Meet. Kevin was also selected as the M.V.P. and captain of the team. Above: Kevin Gross pours it on to overtake his opponent. Boys Cross-Country Team: Coach Kroger Kneeling. Standing: Joel Hagen, Kevin Hamilton. Scott Lusk. Darwin Rykcn. and Kevin Gross. Below: Kevin Hamilton struggles 70 Girl’s Cross-Country team: Coach Mr. Kroger, Rhonda Grage, Judy Jensen, and Erin Lusk. All Qualify for State Below: Erin Lusk strives for the finish line The Girls' Cross-Country Team, under the coaching of Mr. Kroger, had a very successful season. The girls attending eight meets and the whole team qualified for the State Meet. Those girls were Rhonda Grage, Judy Jensen, and Erin Lusk. Erin was also selected as the M.V.P. and captain of the team. 71 Above: A-Tcam - Lori Johnson. Michelle Gross, Wanda Onnen, Mary Ann Dunlap. Rhonda Thompson. Kristi Linger!. Rhonda Twedt. Marilee Hagen, Kandy Osterkamp. Dianna Zingler. Patti McKee, Evelynn Dunlap. Rhonda Peterson. Nina Barnes. Coach Joanne Rozcll is Kneeling Mark up Another Year for Experience This year the season was an opportunity for bettering one's self. The Varsity girls racked up an 8-8 season with a 1-5 Conference record. The team was led in scoring, rebounds, shooting and free throw percentage by Rhonda Twedt. She was selected as Co-Captain and MVP for the third year. Most recoveries went to Nina Barnes and Evenlynn Dunlap. Nina also had the most assists. Evelynn Dunlap was voted as our Co-Captain. The Jr. Varsity had another successful season racking up a 11-5 season. They were lead in scoring by Patti McKee and Rhonda Peterson. The teams were coached by Joanne Rozell with assistance given by Sherry Fickbohm. Cindy Anderson and Janice Pearson did a good job of being our Student Managers. Above: Rhonda Twedt fights for control of the ball at the opening tip-off. Below: Mary Ann Dunlap blocks as Kristi Lingert shoots for 2 points. Below: Nina Barnes looks for the ball before driving down a center opening to the basket. I Right The girl’s BB cheerleaders were, Rhonda Ryken, Mary Jane Anderson, Ruth Hultgrcn, Shelli Newberg, Shirley Johnson, and Rachelle Merrick. CUBS 44 40 Parker CUBS 45 37 Gayville-Volin CUBS 36 40 Harrisburg CUBS 49 19 Hudson CUBS 34 52 Garretson CUBS 50 56 Salem CUBS 32 30 Viborg CUBS 43 16 Tri-Valley CUBS 29 41 Parker CUBS 28 62 Irene CUBS 31 81 Jefferson CUBS 52 38 Wakonda CUBS 25 44 Dell Rapids CUBS 51 50 Hurley CUBS 37 55 Beresford CUBS 58 41 Centerville District 23 1st Round - Bye 2nd Round - CUBS 41 45 Elk Point Consolation - CUBS 29 71 Irene • Denotes Conference Games Above: Sheryl Gabel is fouled as she attempts a basket. Right B-Tcam - 1st Row - Patti McKee. Vickie Twedt, Stephanie Lappegard, Jennce Lind. Cindy Gabel. 2nd Row - Romona Johannson, Jane Quail. Julie Kjose, Janice Pearson. Joni Johnson. Wanda Onnen. 3rd Row - Mrs. Rozell, Dianna Zingler, Sheryl Gabel. Kelli Lapour, Kandy Osterkamp, Rhonda Peterson. Above: Long distance runners were. 1st Row: Rhonda Jurgen- sen, Erin Lusk, Cindy Gabel. Belinda Cooper. 2nd Row Lisa Swanson, Heidi Hughes, Kristi Lingert. Sheryl Gabel. Mary Ann Dunlap. Upper Right The hurtlers were Stephanie Lappegard, Nina Barnes. Rhonda Jurgensen. Rhonda Twedt Middle Right: Qualifying for slate were. Sitting- Rhonda Twedt. and Rhonda Thompson. Kneeling-Rhonda Jurgensen, Cindy Gabel. Belinda Cooper, Jcnnee Lind, and Nancy Bergdale. StandingS na Barnes. Marilce Hagen. Dianna Zingler, and Mary Ann Dunlap. Lower Right: Kandy Osterkamp, Kelli Lapour, Marilee Hagen (Standing), and Evelynn Dunlap, and Rhonda Thompson (Kneel- ing) were the Discus and Shot Putters. Below: Resting in the bags are the high jumpers and long jumpers: Stephanie Lappegard. Vickie Twedt, Belinda Cooper, Michelle Gross, Cindy Gabel, Janet Vreugdenhil, and Mary Ann Dunlap. 1st Row: Evclynn Dunalp, Dianna Zingler. Mary Ann Dunlap. Nancy Bcrgdale, and Nina Barnes. 2nd Row: Vicki Twedt, Steph- anie Lappegard, Michelle Gross. Heidi Hughes, Erin Lusk, Cindy Gabel, Belinda Cooper. Lisa Swanson, and Rhoda Sommervold. 3rd Row: Jennce Lind, Rhonda Thompson, Sheryl Gabel, Rhonda Twedt, Janet Vreugdenhil, Kelli Lapour, Kristi Lingert. Marilee Hagen. Kandy Osterkamp, Rhonda Jurgensen and Mrs Rozell. Girls Have Good Year Members of the 880 and 440 Relay teams that went to Slate were: Jennee Lind. Nina Barnes. Rhonda Twedt. Nancy Bergdale. and Dianna Zingler. Highlights of the 1977 Girls Track season included breaking seven records, winning first place in the region, and qualifying eleven for the State Meet. Records broken included 180 Yd. hurdles, 100 Yd. dash. Discus, 2 Mile relay. Mile relay, 440 yd. relay, and 880 Yd. Relay. Selected by team mates at the end of the season were MVP, Nina Barnes and Co-captains Rhonda Twedt and Dianna Zingler. The team will miss four seniors—Evelynn Dunlap, Michelle Gross, Rhonda Thompson, and Rhonda Twedt. The girls were coached to a successful season by JoAnn Rozell. 75 Jr. Varsity Gains Experience Below: Standing: Craig Anderton, Troy Sonichsen. Bill Lind. Brian Burg. Darwin Ryken. Sitting: Mike Zingler, Jack Upton. Mike McNeill, Brian Quail, Mike Stubbs. Below: Scott Kroger. Keith Anderson. Kevin Gross. Dan Bumm. Kevin Hamilton, Paul Bumm, Kneel- Kim Andersen. Brian Ludwig. Jamie Schempp, ing: Kevin Keiser. Mr. Joachim. Faculty Adds Distinct Personalities Around AHS this year we, the faculty, have had many new adjustments to make, such as learning students' names, and becoming friendly with these same students, in addition to working with each other. We gained Mr David Larsen, Mrs. Dianne Hansen to the high school faculty to help us in the Music and Library departments respectively. In addition to these new faces, we have seen much more of Mrs. JoAnn Rozell, who became a classroom teacher along with her athletic duties. I guess we’ve all had our days, but totally I think the year was successful. Standards were set, goals accomplished, and as far as I know, everybody got their Lesson Plans handed in. With this in mind, I believe I’m in a position to say, “We've had a very good year! . Top Row, From Left. Delmar Schnabel. Math and German; Jerry Joachim, English; Robert Carlson. Art; Bottom Row, From Left, Alan Hall, Counselor American Government; Virginia Ericson. Home Ec; Melvin Ptak, Typing and Commercial. Above. From Left. JoAnn Rozell, English, PE, Girls Athletics; Vernal Andersen, PE. Social Studies; Roy Web- ster. Chemistry, Physical Science Left. Gary Kropuenske, Social Studies. PE; Di Right. Diane Hanson, Librarian Below, From Left. Glenn Kroger, Biology, Ecology; Connie Larsen. Vocal Music; Jim Quick, Voc. Ag. Dave Larsen. Band. 79 Above: Supt. Kenneth Wurtz, Left, and Don Zingler. Principal Special Services Aid Education Above: Secretary Marchi Lingert and Business Man- ager. Donowan Larson At Right. Bus Drivers, From Left. Gaylon Kciser, Richard Green, Rosa Muller. Ed Hart- man, and Lloyd Saugstad At Left. Cooks. From Left. Mrs. Johnson. Mrs. Sorlic, Mrs. Trudeau, Mrs. Holt he, Mrs. Hughes and Mrs. Harders, Head Cook. Advertisements JEANS BEAUTY SALON Latest Hair Styles-Blow Cuts Open Monday Thru Saturday Jean Coty, Owner-Operator TRUESDELL MOTOR, INC. When America needs a better idea, Ford puts it on wheels!! Congratulations to the Class of '77 WHEELER-ANDERSON COMPANY Alcester BROWN’S K AND K Your Family Department Store in Hawarden Jh Phone: 552-2822 ALCESTER BODY SHOP A. k- MORNINGSIDE MANOR Alcester FARMER S UNION CO-OP ASSOCIATION Alcester Where the Customer is the Company DEL’S DX Alcester GREAT PLAINS SUPPLY COMPANY See us for all your Construction Needs! VILLAGE BOWL MOTEL, LOUNGE AND BAR Modular Houses Crews Available. We also specialize in catering. ( 2T'rr-.p 4 KENNETH A. 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