Alcester High School - Cubette Yearbook (Alcester, SD)

Text from Pages 1 - 88 of the 1979 volume:

The Last Of The 70’s The 1979 Cubette Alcester High School Alcester, S.D. 57001 Volume XXXI Editor-Charlotte Leafstedt Jr. Eds - Vicki Twedt and Betsy Ahart Layout-Audrey VanBallegooyen Bus. Mngr-Brian Ludwig Copy Ed-Rochelle Pederson Typist-Brenda Winquist Table Of Contents 2 Homecoming Is “A Time For Us” Homecoming 1978 brought us all a sensitivity to time as the curtains parted to reveal the theme, MA Time for Us . The theme was played by Kay Lapour. The Master of Ceremonies, Mark Andersen, announced the King and Queen Steve Hughes and Nina Barnes. The Queen was presented with a dozen red roses. As a remembrance, she gave the two Senior attendants each a rose from her bouquet. The royal court was then entertained with skits and musical numbers by the student body. The audience and royalty then participated in the burning of the A at the bonfire. The following evening the Cubs met the Harrisburg Tigers in a victory of 18 to 6. A large crowd turned out for the dance following the game. Music for the dance was provided by the Outer Limits. The Homecoming weekend was over and time rolled on, but it would be kept in memories From Left, Row 2-Attendants Tim Anderton, Fr., Chris Embrock, Soph., Jeff Pederson, Jr. , Candidates Keith Anderson, Dan Buum, King Steve, Queen Nina, Candidates Charlotte Leafstedt and Rachelle Merrick, Attendants, Belinda Cooper, Jr. Jolynne Crawford, Soph., Robin Embrock, Fr. Front Row, From Left, Aaron Johnson, Carl Treiber, Renae Ludwig, and Darcie Webster. -•r- 4 Top left - Mr. Joachim gives a speech. Top right - Rachelle aud Charlotte congratulate Nina. Middle left - Joni does ' 'You can call me jerry''. Middle - MC, Mark announces skits. Middle Right - Erin Bottom left - Kelli and Stephanie do another episode of Hilda. Bottom Right - Looking for ' 'American Foxes''. King Steve Hughes and Queen Nina Barnes Candidates Keith Anderson and Rachelle Candidates Dan Buum and Charlotte Merrick Leafstedt 12 f Mary Ann Dunlap Rochelle Pederson 1979 Sweetheart Royalty Sweetheart Rachelle Merrick Sheryl Gabel Brenda Winquist 13 Right 1979 Royalty, Row 1, Brenda W., Heidi H., Rochelle P., Row 2, Mary Ann D. , Queen Rachelle, Sheryl G. ABC Captures Sweetheart Event Sweetheart Queen, Rachelle Merrick, along with her court of Rochelle Pederson, Brenda Winquist, Sheryl Gabel, and Mary Ann Dunlap, was the main emphasis of the ABC (Alcester Broadcasting Company) Broadcast on February 23, 1979, The broadcast took place live from the Alcester High School Auditorium, with announcers Natasha Noteworthy and Morey Less (played by Kelli Lapour and Brian Ludwig, respectively). Special appearances were made by Latka from Taxi (Scott Livingston) and Bess Mess, a former beauty queen (Vicki Twedt). Many commercials and news reports were also given, to the enjoyment of the crowd. The Coronation broadcast was followed by a Disco-dance from KELO radio. A lot of fun and many happy memories were created on that February night. 14 Left-Kelli Lapour and Scott Livingston, Star Reporters, report events of ABC broadcast of Sweetheart. News Format A First For AHS Left-Mark Andersen and Nina Barnes present a commercial for 3B-IGA, We want to be your kind of store' . Below left, Special appearance by AHS answer to the Blues Brothers, Paul Buum and Scott Livingston. Below-Another appearance by Gilda Radner (Stephanie Lappegard) with a commentary on the Sweatball Queen, responding to questions by Kelli Lapour 15 Above, Lead roles were played by Brian Quail and Audrey VanBallegooyen. Entertains r Above middle: Vicki Twedt and Matt Onnen Above: Vicki and Stephanie Lappegard Below middle: Mark Newberg, Wayne Johnson and Dick Anderson Lower Right: Wayne and Shelli Newberg Members from all the high school classes participated in Alcester's second musical, So This Is Paris. Two performances were given March 22 and 23. Love was in the air and on every street corner as six girls from America toured Paris. Some problems came up, which were handled with a French flair, and the girls went home with memories of many friendships made. Drama Succeeds The third year of drama was a year of experience and fun for the drama class. With a few pointers from Mrs. Rozell, two one act plays and a single 3 Act play were presented. O'Henry's The Brief Debut of Tildy and The Furnished Room were presented in the fall, while The Phantom Bells was attempted later in the year. Row 1-Troy Sonichsen, Doug Jensen, Julie Kjose, Erin Lusk; R2, Sharon Lines, Vicki Twedt, Neal Barnes, Cindy Gabel, Jane Quail, R3, Stephanie Lappegard, Betsy Ahart, Jackie Fleshrnan, Brenda Steeneck, Sandy Green, Rhonda Grage. Island Paradise Sets Scene For Prom The Junior-Senior Prom was held on May 5th at the Alcester Auditorium. The juniors spent the week before, decorating to the theme of 1'Island Paradise. Palm trees and flowers set the scene for the banquet. junior girls and the waiters and waitresses entertained the seniors with musical selections. The senior class history and prophecy were read, much to some people's embarrassment. A dance to the music of Revolution , midnight bowling at the Village Bowl, and a breakfast prepared and served by parents of juniors rounded out the festivities. Many memories were created and will be held for years to come. Top left-The Juniors entertained the Seniors with 11 Island Paradise'' Top right-Audrey and Brenda take time out to pose for a picture on the swing. Middle right-Junior boys relax and enjoy the dance Lower left-A helping hand never hurts. Waiters and Waitresses for Banquet- From left, Scott Livingston, JoLynne Crawford, Chris Embrock, Susie Brady, Mark Fickbohm, Susan Heiman, Kent Anderson, Nancy Zingler, Mike Zingler, Holly Merrick. Above - Tom Light show’s his version of the hula. Above- Junior Girls entertain guests with ' 'Stranger in Paradise1' Below-Stephanie Lappegard takes time out from Below-The band ' 'Revolution'' adds its touch to the decorating to give instruction in hula dancing. Prom activities. Middle left- Prom held many Above-Robin Embrock, Scott Kruse, treasures Brian Berg ready to begin Above, Officers- Pres. Mark Andersen, Vice. Pres. Dan Buum, Treasurer Rachelle Merrick, Sec. Charlotte Leafstedt. Below-Student Council sponsored Fifties Day ; King-Glen Jensen, Queen-Rochelle Pederson. Student Council Keeps Busy The Student Council once again had another active and successful year under the leadership of Mr. Zingler, Mr. Wurtz, and President Mark Andersen. Their main project this year was helping buy ten card tables for the school use. They also supplied the Christmas movie, Cat Ballou , and helped out in many other school activities. Bottom right, members-Jaimey Schempp, Mark Andersen, Dan Buum, Mary Ann Dunlap, Jeff Pederson, Robin Embrock, Rachelle Merrick, Erin Lusk, Brian Ludwig, Keith Anderson, Charlotte Leafstedt, Rochelle Pederson, Jon Leafstedt, Chris Embrock, Paul Buum, Jolynne Crawford, Craig Anderton. 22 Student Librarians Serve Faithfully Librarians-Row 1, L to R. -B. Ekanger, D. Ludwig, M. Clark, J. Hansohm, H. Hughes, B. Johnson, R. Twedt; Row 2- T. Miner, K. Treiber, S. Heiman, N. Bergdale, S. Myers, S. Peterson, Mrs. Pfeiffer; Row 3- J. Zingler, K. Jensen, C. Gabel, B. Ahart, V. Twedt, C. Jensen, S. Newberg, N. Barnes, M. Dunlap, E. Ymker. Left- Librarian Officers-S. Heiman, Treas, M. Dunlap Pres., S. Myers, Sec. , N. Barnes, VP. National Honor Society, Row 1, C. Leafstedt, K. La pour, R. Pederson, B. Winquist, Audrey VB, V. Twedt, E. Ymker, K. La pour, J. Johnson, S. Lappegard, E. Lusk, J. Lind, J. Hagen, D. Buum, J. Schempp, B. Ludwig, J. Pederson, M. Andersen. Not pictured B. Cooper and Nina Barnes. NHS Encourages Scholarship Cubette Presents. . . The 1979 Cubette Staff rallied around the theme, The Last of the Seventies11. Several staff members received help in construction by attending the SDSU High School Press Convention in the Fall and a workshop put on by Josten's Yearbook. This year many of the pictures were taken by AHS faculty member, David Larsen. The staff expresses appreciation to him for his pictures. Cubette Staff, from left, Brenda Winquist, Typist, Brian Ludwig, Business Manager, Mary Ann unlap, Photographer, Betsy Ahart, Junior Ed., Audrey Van Ballegooyen, Layout Editor, Vicki Twedt, Junior Ed. Charlotte Leafstedt, Editor, Rochelle Pederson, Copy Editor. Row 1, From Left, Elma Ymker, Rachelle Merrick, Charlotte, Julie Kjose. Row 2, Rochelle, Brenda, Audrey, Mary Ann, Shelli, Sheryl, Sharon Peterson, JoAnne. Row 3, Carol Jensen, Kevin Reiser, Jon Leafstedt, Vicki, Row 4, Craig, Brian Betsy, Cindy Gabel, Rhonda Jurgensen, Holly Merrick. Not pictured, Diane Ludwig, Nancy Zingler, Susie Brady. Staff members working on layouts through the year, Brenda, Brian, Audrey, Craig Anderton, Shelli Newberg, JoAnne Zingler, Vicki, Betsy, and Sheryl Meyers. 24 Above-Part of the staff takes time out to pose in their usual serious manner. Above right-A work session? Bear Facts Undergoes Changes Above-Brenda Winquist, Mike Stubbs, Mr. Hall, Monica Clark, Rhoda Sommervold; Row 2, Mary Ann Dunlap, Rachelle Merrick, Keith Anderson; Row 3, Shelli Newberg, Elma Ymker, Audrey Van Ballegooyen, Brian Quail; Row’ 4, Craig Anderton, Marilee Hagen, Brian Ludwig, Steve Hughes; Row' 5, Troy Sonichsen, Doug Jensen, Dan Buum. Not pictured, Kevin Keiser and Todd Merrick f,The Bear Facts 1 underwent a change this year as they were moved to the town paper. Each week The Bear Facts' received a full page in the Alcester Union. The seniors in Creative Writing, under the guidance of Mr. Hall, printed school events and activities, plus Senior interviews, teacher features, and other special features. The year proved to be a learning experience for all who were a part of the staff. 25 Row 1, From Left, Sandy Green, Joni Johnson, JoLynne Crawford, Shayna Brady, Penny Peck, Lisa Kleinhans, Rachelle Merrick, Brenda Winquist, Kelli Lapour, Charlotte Leafstedt; Row 2, LeAnne Lingert, Tim Anderton, Tara Sonichsen, Shelley Hartman, Kathy Jensen, Rochelle Twedt, Stephanie Lappegard, Kay Lapour, Diane Ludwig, Keith Anderson, Craig Anderton, Monica Clark; Row 3, Barb Ekanger, Jane Quail, Joelle Leafstedt, Karen Swanson, Susan Heiman, Jennee Lind, Kevin Kroger, Grant Gubbrud, Chonette Bern, Julie Kjose, Brian Quail, Jon Leafstedt, Robin Embrock; Row 4, Amy Sundstrom, Roxanne Pederson, Joanne Lind, Matt Eilers, Matt Onnen, Dick Anderson, Erin Lusk, Vicki Twedt, Dan Buum; Row 5, Kathy Weyen, Brian Sommervold, Becky Johnson, Mike Newberg, Janice Pearson, Scott Livingston, Paul Buum. Below, Flute Choir, from Left, Charlotte Leafstedt, Brenda Winquist, Rachelle Merrick, Kay Lapour, Accompanist, Kelli Lapour, and Rhonda Hakl. Right, Trombone Quartet, Vicki Twedt, Erin Lusk, Kevin Gross, Matt Onnen Below, Augustana Festival Participants, Paul Buum, Craig Anderton, Joelle Leafstedt, LeAnne Lingert, Kay Lapour. 26 Band Works For Kansas City Trip This year the band not only played at concerts and at basketball games, but they put in an extra effort for raising money for a band trip. The Band was planning a trip to Kansas City at Worlds of Fun. They raised money by raffles, bake sales, pie sales, and a soup supper. The Band again went to Brookings and Orange City to march for their Homecomings. They also put on a Homecoming Show for AHS Homecoming. The Band Participated in the Christmas Concert, Band Concert, Pops Concert, Memorial Day and Graduation. In the Spring the marching band marched at the Tulip Festival and at the parade for the Centennial. Some of the Band members went to Augustana College in November to Band Festival and Contest. The Stage Band had a concert with the Swing Choir. A new Pit Band played for the musical. Below, Stage Band, Row 1, S. Lappegard, Kay Lapour, Jennee Lind, K. Swanson; Row 2, E. Lusk, J. Pearson, S. Livingston, P. Buum, M. Onnen, S. Heiman, J. Leafstedt; Row 3 K. Gross, V. Twedt, K. Anderson, D. Ludwig, B. Quail, R. Embrock, J. Kjose, D. Buum, C. Anderton. Lower Right, Percussion Ensemble, R. Twedt, K. Jensen, S. Livingston, P. Buum, Kelli Lapour, Mike Newberg, J. Pearson, B. Johnson. Chorus And Band Ensembles Girls Ensemble, Row 1: Kay Lapour, Charlotte Leafstedt, Stephanie Lappegard, Rochelle Pederson; Row 2: Belinda Cooper, Vicki Twedt, Audrey VanBallegooyen, Erin Lusk, Shelli Newburg. Below, Clarinet Choir, Row 1, Tashia Miner, Kristen Treiber, Deb Hemmingson, Joanne Lind, Sandy Green, Row 2, LeAnne Lingert, Barb Ekanger, Jane Quail, Joni Johnson, Jolynne Crawford. Above, Sax Quartet, J. Jennee Lind, S. Heiman, Kay Lapour, S. Lappegard Right, Contest Soloists, L. Lingert, Kay Lapour, B. Winquist, R. Hakl, D. Ludwig. 28 A I Upper left, Girls Ensemble: Row 1-J. Johnson, S. Heiman, R. Merrick; Row 2-R. Embrock, J. Quail, N. Bergdale, L. Lingert, T. Sonichson, J. Lind. Middle, Swing Choir: Row 1-J. Pearson, M. Onnen, R. Sonichson, S Lappegard, D. Anderson, L. Lingert; Row 2-E. Lusk, M. Newberg, V. Twedt, N. Bergdale, J. Leafstedt, R. Pederson, K. Lapour, K. Gross, B. Winquist; Row 3-C. Leafstedt, B. Quail, S. Newberg, K. Lapour, R. Light, A. VanBallegooyen. Lower left, Mixed Ensemble: Row 1- M. Clark, J. Lind, E. Ymker, B. Winquist, B. Ahart; Row 2-J. Leafstedt, M. Newberg, T. Light, M. Onnen. Below, All-State Chorus: C. Leafstedt, V. Twedt, M. Onnen, J. Leafstedt. 29 Chorus Adds Spark The Chorus groups at AHA added spark to the school life with concerts throughout the year, trips to the solo and ensemble contest, all state chorus, and participation in the musical, So This is Paris . Concerts included the Fall Concert, Christmas concert, Swing Choir- Stage Band Concert and Pops Concert. Above, Girls Chorus: Row 1 - L. Swanson, R. Ymker, R. Somme rvold, B. Winquist, S. Newberg, K. Lapour; Row 2-K. Swanson, S. Osterkamp, S. Peterson, S. Heiman, L. Lingert, J. Johnson, J. Kjose; Row 3- T. Sonichson, K. Weyen, H. Merrick, H. Hughes, R. Jurgenson, K. Treiber, S. Hartman, P. Peck; Row 4-T. Minor, S. Lappegard, J. Pearson, R. Merrick, A. VanBallegooyen, V. Twedt, B. Cooper, B. Ahart, R. Embrock, D. Hemmingson; Row 5-N. Bergdale, E. Lusk, J. Lind, R. Pederson, C. Leafstedt, J. Quail, K. Lapour, J. Lind. Soloists, From Left, Betsy A., Stephanie L., Kevin G., Rochelle P., Matt C., LeAnne L., Charlotte L. Lower Right, Mixed Chorus: Row 1-C. Leafstedt, L. Swanson, R. Ymker, W. Johnson, M. Clark, D. Anderson, K. Jensen, R. Embrock; Row 2-J. Leafstedt, J. Kjose, R. Twedt, K. Weyen, S. Newberg, R. Sommervold, B. Winquist, H. Merrick, L. Lingert; Row 3-N. Bergdale, Jenee Lind, 30 Joanne Lind, M. Hagen, Mark Newberg, A. Van Ballegooyen, M. Onnen, D. Hemmingson, S. Lappegard, V. Twedt, H. Hughes; Row 4- B. Cooper, T. Light, R. Pederson, Kelli Lapour, B. Ahart, J. Pearson, R. Merrick, B. Quail, E. Ymker, E. Lusk, K. Gross. Pep GAL And A Clubs Boost AHS 1978-79 Pep Club A Club members from left, Row 1 - Brian Berg, Chris Embrock, Kevin Kroger, Jon Leafstedt; Row 2- Mark Eden, Keith Anderson, Joel Hagen, Jeff Pederson; Row 3- Matt Eilers, Craig Anderton, Scott Kroger, Chad Lewison, Kent Anderson; Row 4- Kevin Hamilton, Mike Stubbs, Kim Andersen, Mike Newberg; Row 5- Kevin Keiser, Dan Buum, Brian Ludwig, Steve Hughes, Jaimey Schempp, Mark Fickbohm, Mike Zingler, Scott Kruse, Kevin Cross; Row 5-Todd Merrick During the 1978-79 school year three organizations did their part to encourage pep, teamwork, and sportsmanship at AHS. The Pep Club began giving awards for most spirited support for each sport during the year, and an overall most spirited award. The GAL club and A club encouraged the participation in sports, awarded participation with letters, and made their impact on the spirit at AHS. GAL Club- Row 1, From left, Sheryl Gabel Myers, Mary Ann Dunlap, Charlotte Leafstedt, Nina Barnes, Joni Johnson, Gail Grage; Row 2-Janice Pearson, Erin Lusk, Rachelle Merrick, Marilee Hagen, SusanHeiman, JoLynne Crawford, Nancy Bergdale, Rhonda Jurgensen; Row 3-Shelli Newberg, Belinda Cooper, Cindy Gabel, Kelli Lapour, Stephanie Lappegard, Robin Embrock, Shelly Hartman, JoAnne Zingler. FFA Awaits New AG Facility The Alcester FFA waited anxiously for the new shop building to get done throughout the year. They sent 3 delegates, Keith Anderson, Brian Ludwig, and Tim Anderton, to the National Convention in Kansas City. There were three judging teams that went to the State Convention. The State Farmer Award winner from Alcester was Keith Anderson. The project for the year was helping the city set up a civil defense siren system. Members, Row 1, Left to Right- Brian Ludwig, President, Glenn Jensen, Sentinel, Craig Anderton, Brian Quail, Treasurer, Keith Anderson, Vice President, Jaimey Schempp, Reporter. Row 2- Kevin Hamilton, Scott McKee, Kent Anderson, David Farley, Tim Anderton, MattEilers. Row 3, Brian Sommervold, Kevin Schoellerman, Troy Sonichsen, Darwin Ryken, Jon Leafstedt, Clay Clark. Row 4, Jackie Fleshman, Secretary, Dennis Tucker, Richard Mulder, Mr. Quick, Advisor. Be low-The long awaited Ag Building ready for Fall 1979 Below-Keith Anderson Star Chapter Farmer FHA Has Varied Activities FFA had many activities during the year. Early in the year the FHA State Convention was held in Huron. At the regular meetings through the year the girls had their own version of The Dating Game, celebrated FHA week with many interesting activities, including Mr. Irresistable Contest. They held a clothes exchange, visited Senior Citizens. They also held the annual Daddy Date Night. The Spring brought about the Mother Daughter Banquet, with the theme, Walk Hand in Hand and special speaker, Mrs. Wilma McKellips. FHA members, From left, Row 1 - Mrs. Ericson, Advisor, Janice Pearson, Music Leader, Erin Lusk, Treasurer, Jennee Lind, Librarian, Vicki Twedt, President, Elma Ymker, Vice President, Stephanie Lappegard, Secretary, Brenda Steeneck, Historian, Shelli Newberg, Reporter, Charlotte Leafstedt, Row 2-Cindy Gabel, Rochelle Pederson, Audrey Van Ballegooyen, Marilee Hagen, Rhoda Sommervold, Brenda Winquist, Joelle Leafstedt, Robin Embrock, Deb Hemmingson. Row 3-Holly Merrick, Carol Jensen, Ruth Ymker, Shelly Osterkamp, Pam Peck, Barb Ekanger, Tashia Miner, Karen Swanson, JoAnn Zingler, Kathy Jensen; Row 4- Betsy Ahart, Heidi Hughes, Sharon Peterson, Susie Brady, Nancy Zingler, LeAnne Lingert, Jo Ann Lind, Rochelle Twedt, Penny Peck; Row 5-Sandy Green, Julie Kjose, Shelly Upton, Tara Sonichsen, Kathy Weyen. 33 Left. Girls participate in a clothes exchange. Voice of Democracy Essay winners- Susan Heiman, 3rd, Audrey Van Ballegooyen, 1st, Diane Ludwig, 2nd. Awards jt Hugh O'Brian Award for Leadership, Nancy Bergdale Arvid Thormodsgaard Scholarship, Dan Buum Minnie Larson Award, Belinda Cooper Delmar Scott FFA Award, Brian Ludwig American Legion Oratorical Winners- Brian Ludwig, 3rd, Audrey Van Ballegooyen 2nd, Rachelle Merrick 1st. Girls State - Boys State, Belinda Cooper, Alt., Jaimey Schempp, Jeff Pederson, Alt., Stephanie Lappegard. Neal Barnes Nina Barnes Left-Cass Officers: Pres. Steve Hughes, VP, Dan Buum, Treas. Elma Ymker, Sec. Nina Barnes Class Of ’79 Right-Senior Girls look for action. Brian Berg Class Of 79 The Class of 1979 is a very special class, for they're the last of the 70's. As they leave the 70's and their high school years behind, they have a lot of memorable events to look back on. The Senior Class was led by their President, Steve Hughes. They were also givena helping hand by their advisors, Mr. Alan Hall and Mr. Roy Webster. The class of 79 was kept busy throughout their last year in school doing such things as having their senior pictures taken by Genelli's, picking their announcements, taking the ACT and Armed Services Tests, and planning the Senior trip to Omaha. A lot of time was spent just having a lot of fun and good times, realizing that this was the last year they would have together. Dan Buum Monica Clark Mary Ann Dunlap Marilee Hagen Steve Hughes Doug Jensen Joelle Leafstedt Todd Merrick Kay La pour Brian Ludwig Sheryl Gabel Myers Charlotte Leafstedt Rachelle Merrick Shelli Newberg 38 1« Brian Quail Troy Sonichsen Brenda Winquist Audrey VanBallegooyen Mike Stubbs Elma Ymker The Seniors of 1979 ended their four years at Alcester High School on May 24, 1979. The program included four student speakers. Giving Valedictory addresses were Kay Lapour, Brian Ludwig, and Audrey Van Ballegooyen. Each had earned a 4.0 grade average. The Salutatory address was given by Charlotte Leafstedt. The guest speaker Rich Chapman, director of Fellowship of Christian Athletes, address the seniors with Get in the Game. The Seniors walked out of the gym, diplomas in hand, ready to leave the 70's and face the future. n0T HflT THE Hoinc 1 BUT WE KNOW WHO HOLDS THE FUTURE J, Life In The Last Of The Seventies Row 1-Betsy Ahart, Kim Andersen, Paul Buum, Belinda Cooper, Mark Eden; Row 2-Jackie Fleshman, Cindy Gabel, Rhonda Grage, Sandy Green, Kevin Gross: Row 3-Joel Hagen, Kevin Hamilton, Glenn Jensen, Joni Johnson, Julie Kjose; Row 4-Scott Korger, Kelli Lapour, Stephanie Lappegard, Joe Limoges, Jennee Lind; Row 5-Sharon Lines, Tom Light, Erin Lusk, Janice Peterson, Jeff Pederson; Above - Left to Right, Class Officers: Kim Andersen, Treasurer; Vice President Jeff Pederson; President, Belinda Cooper; Secretary, Kelli Lapour. Row' 6-Kevin Peterson, Jane Quail, Jim Robertson, Darwin Ryken, Jaimey Schempp; Juniors Raise Money Row 7-Brenda Steeneck, Connie Terpstra, Vicki Twedt. Below-Junior Class Homecoming Attendants, Belinda Cooper, and Jeff Pederson. 1 •Money was the cry of the Junior Class as they started their third year of High School. To help lead the class in raising money, these officers were elected: President, Belinda Cooper, VP, Jeff Pederson, Secretary, Kelli Lapour, Treasurer, Kim Andersen, and Student Council Representatives, Paul Buum, Jaimey Schempp, and Erin Lusk. Besides the new challenges and responsibilities faced by the Juniors, there were the annual skits and songs for the Sweetheart and Homecoming Coronations. The Juniors chose for their Homecoming attendants, Belinda Cooper and Jeff Pederson. Later on in the Spring, the Juniors presented the Seniors with a beautiful Prom. As the year was drawing to an end, four of the Juniors were chosen as honor guards for graduation. All in all it was a year to remember. 45 Row 1-Kent Anderson, Nancy Bergdale, Susie Brady, Jolynne Crawford, MattEilers, Barbara Ekanger; Row 2-Chris Embrock, Mark Fickbohm, Jan Hansohm, Susan Heiman, Heidi Hughes, Carol Jensen; Row 3-Judy Jensen, Becky Johnson, Rhonda Jurgensen, Scott Kruse, Chad Lewison, LeAnne Lingert; Row 4-Scott Livingston, Diane Ludwig, Scott McKee, Holly Merrick, Richard Mulder, Mike Newberg; Row 5-Shelly Osterkamp, Pam Peck, Shaon Peterson, Peter Robertson, Kevin Schoellerman, Bryan Sommervold; Row 6-Lisa Swanson, Don Theeler, Kristen Treiber, Ruth Ymker, Mike Zingler, Nancy Zingler Sophomores Add Excitement The Sophomores got ready for their second big year at High School with the election of Officers. These consisted of President, Matt Eilers, Vice President, Scott Livingston, Secretary, Diane Ludwig, Treasurer, Barbara Ekanger, and the Student Council Representatives, Chris Embrock, and Jolynne Crawford. Next came the election of Homecoming attendants. The final decision revealed that Jolynne Crawford and Chris Embrock would be the honored students. The year was exciting for the sophomores. As they continued with their High School careers, they did their best to add a little bit more excitement to each passing day. Pictured above right Class Officers Far Right - Homecoming antics Right- Homecoming Attendants Row 1-Dick Anderson, Tim Anderton, Tim Berg, Robin Embrock; Row 2-David Farley, David Grage, Grant Cubbrud, Rhonda Hakl; Row 3-Shelley Hartman, Deb Hemmingson, Kathy Jensen, Wayne Johnson; Row 4-Kenneth Keiser, Kevin Kroger, Jonathan Leafstedt, Joanne Lind; Row 5-Toshia Miner, Mark Newberg, Matt Onnen, Penny Peck; Row 6-Bentley St. Peter, Tara Sonichsen, Karen Swanson, Rochelle Twedt; Row 7 - Kathy Weyen, JoAnn Zingler, Dennis Tucker, Not Pictured, Clay Clark. Cub Power-Freshman Style Class Of ’82 The Freshman Class started out the year electing class officers: President, Ken Keiser; Vice Pres., Rochelle Twedt; Secretary, Rhonda Hakl; Treasurer, Wayne Johnson. Student Council Representatives were Robin Embrock and Jonathan Leafstedt. The Freshmen entertained the Homecoming Royalty with many great skits and got the A ready for burning after Coronation. Homecoming attendants were Robin Embrock and Tim Anderton. The class continued to do terrific things for AHS throughout their Freshman year. Far left-Class Officers, Wayne Johnson, Rhonda Hakl, Kenneth Keiser, Rochelle Twedt. Below-Jon Leafstedt, part of Homecoming entertainment Pictured Below left - Homecoming Attendants Robin Embrock and Tim Anderton Below Right-Matt Onnen and Mark Newberg tell Grant Gubbrud, '' We' re looking for foxes'' Freshman Highlights ’78-79 7th Grade Seventh grade Row 1, From Left, Landra Allen, Jeanine Hagen, Beverly Ekanger, Jill Abraham, Melanie Ronning, Sally Hamilton, Kathryn Treiber, Paula Evanson; Row 2, Michael Hongslo, Nadine Summers, Doug Andersen, Todd Wells, Steve Hartman. Junior High Participates Row 3, From Left, Jim Hamaker, Jerry Frye, Kevin Jacob, Todd Embrock, Mike Gross, Tom McKee, Erik Johnson, Robbie Heiman, Trent Nelson, Thurlow Steen. The Junior High have an important job here at AHS. They must learn how to act and react to whole new surroundings, as well as how to adjust to being the youngest bunch of kids in the place. Junior High is the first step to becoming one of the high school crowd, and our Junior High students participate in a number of activities to help them grow. These activities include basketball, wrestling, football, chorus and track, as well as their required classes. Basketball is among the activities which keep Junior High boys active. 50 Mrs. Dietrich Title I Aide in Jr. High Upper left - ' 'Where did you say those boys went ?'' Upper right - Jr. High girls see action in Basketball. Middle left - Young Cub prospect shoots for two. 8th Grade Eighth grade Front row, left to right: John Aha rt, Mike Rhodman, Shane McClara, Kersten Johnson, Millie Jensen, Leisa Johnson, Carol Hamaker; Second row: Ryan Ronning, Tim Warner, Dean Sommervold, Beth Sullivan, Teresa Limoges, Patty Hammitt, Shayna Brady, Barbie Cooper, Roxanne Pederson; Third Row: Russell Summers, Tim Wak, Jamie Frye, Keith Lapour, Randy Hongslo, Danny Schoellerman, Pam Tucker, Karlinda Schouten, Amy Sundstrom, Lisa Kleinhans, Chonette Bern. 51 Librarian and Title I Personnel, from Left, Gladys Johnson, Librarian, Ruth Lind, Aide, Aria Wurtz, Aide, Betty Bleeker, Coordinator, Lois Hongslo, Aide, Marilyn Newberg, Aide, and Marge Eilers, Aide. Elementary Collects Labels Principal, Lloyal Saugstad Combining the open school setting and conducting an individualized program in reading and math, the Elementary School worked at meeting the individual needs of the students K-6. A project during the year was to collect Cambell soup labels to purchase school equipment. Grade 6-Seated from Left-Melanie Homandberg, Gayle VanWyk, Therese Danielson, Tammi Sogn, Tamra Tucker, Patty Limoges, Lisa Parker, Brenda Rhodman; Row 2-Lydia Miner, Julie Dean, Kevin Hansohm, Terry Warner, Tina Vanderham, Johnette Joseph; Row 3- MaryWeyen, Terry Fleshman, Carl Johnson; Row 4-Todd Mennis, Mike Theeler, Mitch Merrick, Mike Schumaker, Randy Ymker, Carl Treiber, Chad Trudeau, Linda Rhodman, Terri Sogn, Mark Doty, Mr. Walz. Grade 5-Back Row-From Left, Arlan Bern, Dwight Gubbrud, Tracy Vanderham, Kristi Merrick, Angela Brickhouse, Tracy Nelson, Robert Miner, Charles Nygard, Mark Quail, Brian Treiber, Mrs. Tiltrum; Row 2-Debbie Limoges, Connie Paulson, Danny Wiberg, Ricky Lundberg, Steven Peck; Row 1-Danielle Webster, Pam Albers, Ross Abraham, Karl Johnson. Grade 4-Row 1 L to R. - Paula Wiberg, Corey Steen, Jeff Schumacher, Nichole O'Connor, Julie Moller, Karla Allen, Kirsten Anderson, Shari Erickson, Carrie Wehrs. Row 2-Teresa Sonichsen, Cassandra Joseph, Shane Carlson, Doug Medema, Clint Ha age, Margaret Lind, Shelley Lappegard, Mike Weyen, Gavin Clark, and Mary Johnson. Row 3- Paul Kruse, Joe Twedt, Randy Anderton, Chad Wells, Teresa Greenhagen, Stacie Pilla, Rene Pederson, Jason Fickbohm, Tony Theeler, Mrs. Quick. Grade 3 - Row 1, L to R. - David Saugstad, Jason Johnson, Todd Tunell, Kristy Nygard, Michael Embrock, Eddie Williams, Tonya Steen, Michele Hongslo. Row 2-Patti Jensen, Jay Schoenbemer, Robert Kezar, Kelly Knutson, Julie Hamaker, Kathie Brady, Jill Lundberg, Nathan Grage, Bryce Sullivan; Row 3-Mrs. Light, Greg Swanson, Joe Van Ballegooyen, Jane Ptak, Wade Smith, Kate Buum, Kim Rogness, Karla Schumacher, Gregory Schiefen, Miss Knock. Grades 2, 3 And 4 Have Many New Experiences Grades 2,3, and 4 kept well occupied in basic subjects as well as class activity. Grade 2-Row 3-L to R.-Craig Treiber, Jennifer Johnson, Tracy Mork, Jolene Osterkamp, Kitsy Kratochvil, Ira Cooper, Elizabeth Brickhouse, Connie Kroger, Jill Hove, Lynette Schoellerman; Row 2-Annette Schoellerman, Renee Ludwig, Darwin Sogn, John Lutter, Robert Schurman, Michelle Johnson, Angela Erickson, Christopher Powell, Gretchen Gubbrud, Matt Newberg; Row 1-Tricia Treiber, Kristin Limoges, Douglar Moller, Jeff Klemme, Wade Hartman, Lisa Thompson, David Fickbohm, Wade Steeneck, Cathy Peck, Michael Kezar. Teacher, Mrs. Anderson; not pictured Jeff Walz. 53 Grade 1 Back Row-L to R-Lesley Ronning, Misti Sletto, Douglas Schoenbemer, Row 2-Mrs. Lykken, Valerie Harris, Kenny Hansohm, Amy Numsen, Tricia Lundberg, Travis Tunell, Shannon Carlson, Andrea Quail, Mrs. Ludwig. Row 1-Kyle Wehrs, Regan Ronning, Cherilyn Joseph, Marcy Sullivan, Amy Wiberg, Genelle Van Wyk, Randy Cowherd, Aaron Johnson, Ginger Waddell, Darcie Webster, Scott Hammitt. Grades K And 1 Get A Good Start Kindergarten and First Grade children received the basic skills in social development and a solid foundation for academics, under Mrs. Lykken and Mrs. Everson. Kindergarten Back Row-L to R. -Rachelle Talbott, Greg Pigman; Row 4- Jeanette Viereck, Tammy Sommervold, Sonja Lerseth, Stacy Twedt; Row 3-Ramsey Steen, Hayley Johnson, Brian Klemme, Wendell Steeneck; Row 2-John Anderson, Wendy Keller, Dean Moller; Row 1- Jared St. Pierre, and Thad Kiewel. From L to R-Jason Albers, John Ptak, Todd Chance, Heather Heeren, James Paulson, Kandy Kratochvil, Lance Joachim, Paige Gubbrud, LeAnne Doty, Ryan Schurman, Christa Fickbohm, Angela Limoges, Jody Numsen, Charles Green, Scott Williams, Lance Allen, Mrs. Everson The Cubs came out to the football season even, winning four and losing four; led by MVP Mark Andersen and his fellow tri- captains Todd Merrick and Dan Buum. The Cubs went to a 4-2 finish in the conference. This brought four all-conference titles to Alcester for Mark, Todd, Dan, and Steve. There were also three honorable mentions listed for Brian B., Kim A., and Mike N. The Cubs showed they were tough by their ability to stay with any team. They lost by only two points to the eventual Conference champs, the Garretson team. The Cubs also outscored their opponents as a whole. The Cubs will miss the nine seniors who will graduate, but they will have plenty of experience coming back. Clockwise from lower left-Underclassmen who will return. Coach Joachim is concerned about the action taking place. Mark and Doug team up to stop Garretson. Kim stops a Garretson player on a solo tackle. Upper left-1st Row- Mike Zingler, Chad Lewson, David Grage, Tim Berg, Mark Newberg, Ken Keiser, Joel Hagen, Kent Anderson, Chris Embrock. 2nd Row- Mike Newberg, Doug Jensen, Mike Stubbs, Scott Livingston, Brian Berg, Mark Eden, Jeff Pederson, Keith Anderson. Row 3-Matt Onnen-Student Manager, Grant Cubbrud, Mark Fickbohm, Kim Andersen, Scott McKee, Craig Anderton, Jon Leafstedt, Scott Kruse, Richaid Mulder-Student Manager. Row 4-Coach Joachim, Matt Eilers, Jaimey Schempp, Dan Buum, Todd Merrick, Mark Andersen, Steve Hughes, Coach Kropuenske. 57 Mark Andersen Tri-Captain MVP All - Conference All-State Todd Merrick Tri-Captain All - Conference All-State Honorable Mention Above-The Offense: Matt, Mike N., Steve, Kim, Todd, Craig, Mark, Brian, Chris, Doug, Dan, Keith, Jaimey Offense, Defense And Dan Buum Tri-Captain All-Conference Cl —i Jt Steve Hughes All-Conference Awards Of ’78 Below-The Defense: Doug, Steve, Jaimey, Mike N., Mark A., Todd, Dan, Kim, Mike S., Jeff, Kent, Mark E. Six boys and two girls, coached by Mr. Kroger, participated in the 1978 Cross Country season. Girls letter winners were Jenee Lind and Erin Lusk. MVP was Jenee and Erin was Captain for the girls. Kevin Gross, Kevin Hamilton and Scott Kroger were letter winners. MVP's were Kevin G. and Scott . Scott was also Captain of the boys. top right: Mr. Kroger, Erin Lusk, Jenee Lind, Millie Jensen Bottom right: Mr. Kroger, Kevin Kroger, Richard Mulder, Darwin Ryken, Scott Kroger, Kevin Gross, Kevin Hamilton Top left: Erin Lusk, Jenee Lind Middle: Richard Mulder, Kevin Kroger, Kevin Hamilton, Kevin Gross, Darwin Ryken, Scott Kroger 59 Girls Have Winning Season The girls basketball season ended with a record of 11 and 10. The team was led in scoring this year by Mary Ann Dunlap. Sheryl Gabel led in both defensive and offensive rebounds, while Nina Barnes had the most assists for the team. The team was coached by Vernal An- dersen. Later on in the year the girls voted for captains. Sheryl Gabel, Mary Ann Dunlap, and Nina Barnes were selected as this year's Tri-captains, while Nina Barnes also took the honor of being named the most valuable player. A Team-Front row. Left to Right: Jolynne Crawford, Mary Ann Dunlap, Sheryl Cabel, Kelli La pour, Marilee Hagen, Nina Barnes; 2nd Row; Nancy Bergdale, Rhonda Jurgensen, Cindy Gabel, Susan Heiman, Robin Embrock; 3rd Row; Coach Vernal Anderson, Vicki Twedt, Becky Johnson, Stephanie Lappergard, LeAnne Lingert. Pictures from Left-Nina Barnes jump shot; Nancy Bergdale for a layup. Jolynne Crawford takes a shot V- -«• •. £ Ml . •3 Girls In Action Cubs 39 53 Elk Point Cubs 40 41 Gayville Volin Cubs 48 54 Garretson Cubs 59 63 Tri-Valley4 Cubs 42 32 Harrisburg Cubs 36 39 Viborg Cubs 44 37 Salen Cubs 42 29 Parker Cubs 41 47 Irene Cubs 34 95 Jefferson Cubs 49 28 Wakonda Cubs 63 31 Dell Rapids Cubs 39 47 Hurley Conference Tourney Cubs 33 38 Salem Cubs 34 31 Marion Cubs 55 41 Parker Cubs 52 40 Beresford Cubs 46 25 Centerville District 23 Tourney Cubs 55 27 Gayville-Volin Cubs 50 54 Irene Cubs 44 40 Elk Point Denotes Conference Games Upper Right-Robin Embrock shoots jump shot. Lower left- Sheryl Gabel takes the open shot. Lower Right-Marilee Hagen breaks through for a layup 61 Season Highlights Name Season Record Kevin Kroger 7-13 Todd Wells 6-10 Shane McClara 2-13 Dick Anderson 2-17 Chad Lewison 9- 8 Mike Zingler 3-14 Troy Sonichsen Neal Barnes 2- 7 16- 2- 1 Steve Hughes 9- 3 Brian Berg 1- 2 Todd Merrick 21- 6 Craig Anderton 12-10 Matmen Make Moves The Alcester wrestlers finished the season with a 2 and 8 dual record, and were 2 and 4 in the Conference. The Cubs sent four wrestlers, Kevin Kroger, Neal Barnes, Todd Merrick, and Craig Anderton to the Regional Tournament. Neal and Todd qualified for the State Tournament. At the State Tournament Neal was beaten out and Todd finished seventh. Todd Merrick broke two school records as he picked up 15 pins and finished with 21 wins. This year's Tri-Captains were Steve Hughes, Todd Merrick, and Neal Barnes. Todd was also voted the most Valuable Player. Neal and Todd represented the team in the State Wrestling Tournament. Left-Mike Zingler Threatens The Alcester Cubs ended up with a winning season whose record was 13-6. Dan Buum and Mark Andersen were chosen as co-captains, with Dan Buum also receiving MVP. Alcester got 2nd place in the Conference, while Dell Rapids got 1st. The Cubs shot 45% from the field and 64% from the line. Mark Andersen led with 367 total points and Dan Buum with 295. Andersen and Buum totaled 134 and 105 rebounds respectively. Buum and Keith Anderson contributed 78 and 35 assists. Lettermen were-Seniors: Mark Andersen, Keith Andersen, Dan Buum, and Brian Ludwig; Juniors: Kim Andersen, Scott Kroger, and Jaimey Schempp; Sophomore: Scott Kruse. Kevin Keiser lettered as his 4th year of student managing. In the district, Alcester challenged Elk Point in the 1st round and suffered a loss by the score of 58-41. Upper right-Scott Kruse works for a bucket from the side. Lower right-Dan Buum goes up for another layup with Keith Anderson ready to rebound. Upper left-Scott Kruse puts one up, and Mark Andersen moves in for the rebound. Above, front-Head Coach, Mr. Andersen; Student Manager, Kevin Reiser; Asst. Coach, Mr. Joachim. Back-Chris Em brock, Kent Anderson, Scott Kroger, MikeNewberg, Mark Andersen, Brian Ludwig, Dan Buum, Matt Eilers, Scott Kruse, Tom Light, Jaimey Schempp, Kim Andersen, Scott McKee, Jeff Pederson, Keith Anderson. Upper right-MVP, Dan Buum Middle left-Dan Buum: co-captain and all-conference Mark Andersen: co-captain, all-state 1st team and all- conference . Lower left-Dan Buum leads the fastbreak with Jaimey Schempp following. Opponent West Sioux 50 52 Hudson 68 88 ♦Garretson 40 42 Wakonda 53 59 ♦Tri-Valley 62 73 Elk Point 60 550T Big Sioux Conference Tourney Garretson 47 76 Tri-Valley 65 56 Parker 54 81 ♦Harrisburg 59 73 ♦Salem 44 81 Jefferson 60 ♦Parker 49 62 Flandreau 66 84 Irene 53 70 Centerville 72 61 •Dell Rapids 56 53 Beresford 53 51 District 23 Elk Point 58 41 ♦Denotes Conference Right-1979 Girls Track Squad-Row 1 From Left-Becky Johnson, Pam Peck, Kelli La pour, Nancy Bergdale, Marilee Hagen, Nancy Zingler; Coach Rozell, Rhoda Sommervold, St. Manager, Shelley Hartman, Jannee Lind, Rhonda Jurgensen, Mary Dunlap, Nina Barnes, Robin Embrock, Karen Swanson. Right- Nina Barnes gives her best as she arches over the hurdles. Below-State Qualifiers from left, Rhonda Shelley, Mary Ann, Robin, Jennee, Nina Marilee, Nancy. Below Right-Susan Heiman takes the long jump. Relays Make Strong Showing Left-Mary Ann Dunlap, Co- Captain, Jennee Lind, MVP, and Nina Barnes, Co-Captain Far Left Tenee Lind contributes to the relay effort. Left-Rhonda Jurgensen gives an extra effort Below left-Nancy Bergdale ready to begin. 13 Girls, under the coaching of Mrs. JoAnn Rozell for her fifth and final year at AHS, had a very respectable season. As a team they rated 1st at Dell Rapids and the Alcester Invitational, 2nd at Menno, 4th at Beresford. By a half point the girls team took 2nd at the Regional meet, breaking a 3 year 1st place winning steak in Region 1V-B. Their relay teams had a very successful year. State Qualifiers included Jennee Lind in mile relay, medley relay, mile and 2 mile, Rhonda Jurgensen in 880 and medley, Shelley Hartman in 880 and Medley, Marilee Hagen, shot put, Nina Barnes in 880, mile and 2 mile, Nancy Bergdale in 880, medley and mile, Mary Ann Dunlap in 2 mile, Robin Embrock in 880 and 2 mile. The girls selected Nina Barnes and Mary Ann Dunlap as Co-Captains and Jennee Lind as Most Valuable. 67 Cindermon Send 3 To State Left-1979 Track Squad, Row 1, From left, Grant Gubbrud, David Grage, David Farley, Kevin Kroger, Kenneth Keiser; Row 2, Richard Mulder, St. Manager, Joel Hagen, Chris Embrock, Brian Berg, Mike Zingler, Jeff Pederson, Scott Kroger, Mike Newberg; Row 3, Coach Joachim, Mark Fickbohm, Tom Light. Scott Kruse, Matt Eilers, Mark Andersen, Steve Hughes. Right-Mark Andersen, Co-Captain, MVP, Brian Berg, Co-Captain. Below-Joel Hagen in pole vault. Below right-Jeff Pederson in the 2 mile relay. A?k; A 66 u« VII' Mwrv Left-Representative to State Track Meet from AHS- Scott Kruse, in Shot Put, Mark Andersen, Hurdles, Scott Kroger, Pole Vault. Middle-Mark Andersen takes the hurdles. 19 Boys, led by Coach Jerry Joachim in his first year as head track coach, place respectably in meets throughout the year. As a team they placed 3rd at Dell Rapids and the Alcester Invitational, as well as placing 4th at Beresford, and 4th in the Region. They also made a strong showing at Menno. Overall their strength lay in individual events. State Qualifiers were Mark Andersen in the 440 yard dash and high hurdles, Scott Kruse in Shot Put and Scott Kroger in Pole Vault. Co- Captains selected by the team were Mark Andersen and Brian Berg. Mark was named by the team as Most Valuable Player. Far Left-Coach Joachim and Mike Newberg deep in thought. Left-Mike Newberg steps out. This year the Top right, boys basketball- Jolynne Crawford, Shelli Newberg, Charlotte Leafstedt, Nancy Bergdale. Middle right, wrestling - Rachelle Merrick, Belinda Cooper, Mary Ann Dunlap, Joni Johnson (standing). Cheerleaders Raise Spirits cheerleaders ended another season of cheering with a roar! The cheerleaders worked hard this year to keep the crowd enthusiastic and alive. The cheerleaders made posters and rallied the Cubs to another good year in all the sports. Top left, football - Charlotte Leafstedt, Joni Johnson, Belinda Cooper, Mary Ann Dunlap, Jolynne Crawford, Shelli Newberg, Rachelle Merrick, Nancy Bergdale. Middle left, girls basketball- Charlotte Leafstedt, Joni Johnson, Belinda Cooper, Shelli Newberg, Rachelle Merrick. Bottom right, B-team-Stephanie Lappegard, Cindy Gabel, Kristen Treiber, Susan Heiman. 70 MX r t� a t Row 1 from left, Paul Buum, David Farley, Scott McKee, Mark Newberg, Jeff Pederson, Mike Newberg, Kenneth Keiser, Chris Embrock; Row 2-Mr. Joachim, Grant Cubbrud, Tom Light, Scott Livingston, Jon Leafstedt, Kent Anderson, Matt Onnen, Matt Filers. B Teams See Action K X Jjj This year the Boys' B Team ended with an 11 and 3 record. Mike Newberg led the scoring, followed by Jeff Pederson and Matt Eilers. Mike also had the most rebounds and the 9 high free throw average. Mr. Joachim coached this team. For the Girls' Basketball Squad the season record was 11 and 4. Susan Heiman led in scoring, with Cindy Gabel and Nancy Bergdale 2nd and 3rd respectively. The girls were coahced by Mr. Andersen. Row 1 From Left, Vicki Twedt, Nancy Bergdale, Rhonda Jurgensen, Susan Heiman, LeAnne Lingert, Karen Swanson; Row 2, Cindy Gabel, Stephanie Lappegard, Sharon Peterson, Pam Peck; Row 3, Mr. Andersen, Becky Johnson, Tara Sonichsen, Jo Ann Zingler, Robin Embrock. 71 Senior Letter Winners Mark Andersen, F4, B5, T5 Keith Anderson, FI, B1 Craig Anderton, F3, W2 Nfeal Barnel, W3 Nina Barnes, B4, T6 Brian Berg, F2, T3 Dan Buum, F3, B2 Mary Ann Dunlap, B3, T4, Ch2 Sheryl Myers, B2 Marilee Hagen, B3, T4 Steve Hughes, F2, W4 Charlotte Leafstedt, Ch. 2 Brian Ludwig, B3 Rachelle Merrick, Ch3 Todd Merrick, F3, W4 Shelli Newberg, Ch. 3 Rhoda Sommetvold B M Mike Stubbs, F2 Number indi cates numl years lettered-F-Footb Doug Jensen, F2 Kevin Keiser, B Mgr. 4 B-Basketball, T-Track Ch-Cheerleader. r Patricia Andersen Math Vernal Andersen PE, Social Studies, Robert Carlson Art Paula Cemey Business Faculty Brings Much Experience To Jobs Virginia Ericson Home Economics Alan Hall Social Studies, English, Guidance Counselor Mary Horst English, Reading Jerry Joachim English Glenn Kroger Science Gary Kropuenske PE, Social Studies Connie Larsen Vocal Music David Larsen Instrumental Music Brenda Pfeiffer Librarian James Quick Vocational Ag JoAnn Rozell English, PE Roy Webster Science The AHS faculty was made up of veteran teachers this year with few changes seen in the staff make up from the previous year. During the year Mr. Ptak left the staff to go into business and was replaced by Miss Paula Cerney at semester time. The staff collectively has over 100 years of experience in Alcester, a fact which makes for a stable and well seasoned group. Through the year the faculty met every two weeks before school for breakfast and to discuss the scheduled activities and the general running of the school. The teachers lounge was a center of activity during the breaks from classes and preparation times. With the pop corn popper going, coffee cups and pop bottles in hand, they relaxed and enjoyed each other’s company. The faculty was well prepared for classes, kept a firm and friendly classroom atmosphere, and were ready to help when called on. 75 Board And Administration Keep Things Going Decisions were made and carried out through the year by the Alcester School Board, Superintendent Kenneth Wurtz, and Principal Don Zingler, with assistance from Marchi Lingert, Secretary, and Donowan Larson, Business Manager. The Cubette staff expresses its appreciation to those who have had the responsibility for the administration of the school. Upper Right-Marchi Lingert, Donowan Larson Above Right-Don Zingler, Principal Above - Superintendent Kenneth Wurtz. Right-School Board members from left, Richard Merrick, Melva Leafstedt, Don Drown, Roger Anderson, Pres. Rodney Schempp, RonTreiber, and Jeffy Gubbrud 76 School Appreciates Those Behind Scenes The 1979 Cubette staff expresses its appreciation for the people who work behind the scenes to look out for the students' safety, health and well being. Those who give of their time and efforts to get the students to school, to see that the building they come to is well maintained, and to see they are provided with well balanced meals, all contribute much to the welfare of the school. Above left-Bus Drivers, Rosa Muller, Ed Hartman, Gaylan Reiser, Lloyd Saugstad, Herb Groon Above Middle - Custodians, Orville Embrock, Myrtle Solberg, Jim Baker Below left-Cooks, Venice Harders, Inez Holthe, Donna Schoellerman, LaVila Johnson, Ollie Sorlie, Mary Trudeau, Eileen Ahart. 77 Our Contributors The 1979 Cubette Staff wishes to acknowledge the following contributors and to thank them for their generous support of this year's publication. Alcester Locker Plant Alcester Union Anderson Garage, Alcester Barnes' 3BIGA, Alcester Beck and Gubburd Attorneys, Alcester Booth Drug, Hawarden Browns K and K, Hawarden Custom Coils, Inc. Alcester Dale's Appliance, Hawarden Del's DX Service, Alcester OrinW. Ellwein, DDS, Alcester Farmer's Union, Alcester Fullenkamp Rexall Drug The Country Store The Christmas Store, Hudson Great Plains Supply, Alcester Gustafson and Anderson Garage, Alcester Larsen Drug, Alcester Lutter's Hardware, Alcester McKellips Insurance Agency, Alcester Morningside Manor, Alcester A.N. Overbaugh, DDS and D.B. Helgevold, DDS, Hawarden Pete's Produce, Alcester Schoeneman's Building Material Center, Hudson Ron's Farm Supply, Alcester State Bank of Alcester Stubbs' Barber Shop, Alcester Village Bowl, Alcester Westin Radio and TV, Alcester Wheeler Anderson, Co., Alcester Sometime, Somewhere, it affects Everyone. Time catches up With us and we are Cast out Into the world Beyond. We Are suddenly put Into the world of Young adults, maybe We are even pushed out Without being sure we Want to go. But we All go, Sometime. The Last Of The Seventies The smiles, the tears. The laughter, the cheers, Are in the memories of The last of the 70's. As they mark the close of the 70 s, the 1979 Cubette staff hopes they have captured in picture and story, the highlights of the 1978-79 school year. May each picture, each name and story printed, recall for you the special uniqueness of the last of the Seventies. WE KNOW WhO HOLDS TH: 1