Alcester High School - Cubette Yearbook (Alcester, SD)

Text from Pages 1 - 88 of the 1981 volume:

THE 1981 CUBETTE Photographs And Memories ALCESTER HIGH SCHOOL ALCESTER, SOUTH DAKOTA VOLUME 33 Editor Susan Heiman Ad Sales Carol Jensen Copy Ed LeAnne Lingert Bus. Mgr. Barb Ekanger Layout Ed Diane Ludwig Head Typist Heidi Hughes In Memory Of Kevin Peterson We, the Seniors, dedicate our annual to the memory of Kevin Lee Peterson who was killed in a car accident on May 26, 1980. He was a member of the 1980 graduating class and a friend to all of us. His parents have given the school a memorial award in his memory to be given to an outstanding student in the field of mechanics. This award will be granted annually to a graduating Senior. Kevin was known by his friends as a person you could always trust and depent on. He always had a smile on his face and a friendly word for everyone. His memory will live on in our hearts forever. You cannot say-you must not say That he is dead-He is just Away With a cheery smile and a wave of the hand, He has wandered into an unknown Land. And left us dreaming how very fair It must be, since he lingers there So think of him faring on as dear. In the love of there as the love of here. Think of him still as the same, and say. He is not dead, he is just away. (Riley) 2 Chris Embrock And Susan Heiman Reign Over Homecoming 'SO The lights dimmed, the people became silent, and the curtains opened. Homecoming 1980 was here. Master of Ceremonies Scott Livingston came on stage and accompianist Tara Sonichson began softly playing the theme song “Sailing”. Attention was then drawn to the right doorway as Freshman attendants, Paula Evanson escorted by Robbie Heiman, were announced. The Sophomore atten- dants, Lisa Klienhans escorted by Randy Honglso, came next. Following them were the Junior atten- dants, Shelley Hartman escorted by Kevin Kroger. The crown bearers then marched in. These first graders were Kimberly Keiser and Shane Talbott. Sonja Lerseth and Lance Allen were the second graders who carried in the Queen’s bouquet of yellow roses and the all-im- portant envelope. The spotlight was then focused on the senior King and Queen candidates: Jolynne Crawford es- corted by Chris Embrock, Nancy Bergdale escort- ed by Kent Anderson, and Susan Heiman escorted by Mark Fickbohm. Flashbulbs popped and everyone watched as they gathered on stage. Scott Livingston then took the envelope, grabbed the microphone, and an- nounced, “The 1980 Homecoming King and Queen are Chris Embrock and Susan Heiman!” 1 hey were crowned and robed by last year’s King ana Queen, Jaimey Schempp and Erin Lusk. Quee� Susan was then given the bouquet of roses from Scnja Lerseth. Skits ai d solos were then performed as the coro- nation got nderway. The traditional bonfire was held afterwa i with Scott Kruse and Kent Ander- son giving the; own personal pep talks. The Homecoming game against Centervill was won 25- 8 and everyone danced to the sounds of “Party” afterwards. This Homecoming came and went, just like all the rest, yet there’s something special about this one that every Senior will remember It was just for them. Middle right- Blues Brothers “Live Above top- The Homecoming Royalty-Top Row-Mark Fickbohm, Nancy Bergdale: Row 3-Kent Anderson, Jo- lynne Crawford; Row 2-Robbie Heiman, Randy Hongslo, Kevin Kroger, King Chris Embrock, Queen, Susan Heiman, Shelley Hartman, Lisa Kleinhans, Paula Evanson; Row 1, Shane Talbott, Lance Allen, Sonja Lerseth, Kimberly Keiser. « 10 Above right-Sonja presents Queen Susan with bouquet of roses. Above left -MC Scott Living- ston reveals the secret Left-Our Future Homemakers of America? Present skit on wash products. Below left- Chris and Susan officially robed and crowned by last year’s Royalty Jaimey Schempp and Erin Lusk. Below-Howard tells it like it is and receives his “just desserts . 11 1981 Sweetheart Royalty Queen Susie Brady Nancy Bergdale Rhonda Jurgensen Jolynne Crawford Holly Merrick S j ✓ If You Remember Me Top Left-Jon’s had his eyes on Kristen for too long! Top Middle-Wilfred Hetzel — Eat your heart out Remembrance of Sweetheart 1981 was em- phasized by the theme “If You Remember Me . As Rochelle Twedt began to play the theme song, “If You Remember Me”, Jon Leafstedt, MC, announced the Sweetheart Candidates. They were Nancy Bergdale es- corted by Mike Newberg, Susie Brady escort- ed by Scott Livingston, Jolynne Crawford escorted by Chris Embrock, Rhonda Jurgen- sen escorted by Matt Eilers, and Holly Mer- rick escorted by Jeff Newberg. As the envelope was opened, the crowd awaited with anticipation on who would be the next queen. Finally it was announced that Susie Brady would reign over the 1981 Sweetheart Coronation. She was crowned by Student Body President, Susan Heiman. Kathy Limoges presented Queen Susie with a box of candy provided by the Student Council. Then the classes and organizations presented a program based on the “Academy Awards”. KELO Disco on Wheels provided music for the dance that followed the coronation. Above Right (Bottom row) Kathy Limoges, Jolynne Crawford, Queen Susie Brady. Holly Merrick (Top row) Nancy Bergdale. and Rhonda Jurgensen Shane, the Bod, strutts his stuff!! Bottom Right-“Did you really say Susie Brady??” 14 Top Right-Kathv Limoges presents Queen Susie with a box of candy from the Student Council. Middle-Slim Whitman-“AI1 My Best Student Council Gets Involved The Student Council officers for the year were Susan Heiman-Presi- dent, Matt Eilers-Vice President, Jo- lynne Crawford-Secretary, and Susie Brady-Treasurer with Mr. Zingler as their advisor. The officers and stu- dents, who represented the various classes and organizations, accom- plished many things this year. They selected the themes for Homecoming and Sweetheart coro- nations. At Christmas, they provided the student body with the movie “Brian’s Song” and candy bars. The Student Council set up games for a class competition held before Christ- mas vacation. They also bought the candy which was presented to the Sweetheart Queen. Above Top Left-Student Council provided Santa to treat the students at the Christmas movie. Above-Student Council Officers-Seated, President, Susan Heiman; standing from left. Matt Eilers. Vice President, Susie Brady, Treasurer, and Jolynne Crawford, Above-Seniors capture the coveted award for interclass competition on the day before Christmas vacation, as part of the Christmastime festivities. 16 Right-Council members. Row 3, from left, Matt Eilers, Randy Hongslo, Rob- bie Heiman, Mike Zingler, David Far- ley, Wayne Johnson, Chris Emrock, Jon Leafstedt, Kent Anderson, Scott Livingston; Row 2- Paula Evanson, Amy Sundstrom, Rhonda Newberg, Barb Ekanger, Shelly Osterkamp; Row 1-Heidi Hughes, Jolynne Crawford, Su- san Heiman, and Susie Brady. Librarians Check Things Out The librarians kept busy during the year as student librarians and helping stu- dents. They assisted in finding the books and magazines they needed to complete term papers and other school work. The librarians established among themselves the study hall periods that they would be assigned as librarians. The librarians were advised by Mrs. McKellips. Four Scholarships Awarded Student librarians: (Row 1) Pam Peck, Terese Danielson, Mrs. McKellips Row 2: Bev Ekanger, Landra Allen, Millie Jensen, Melanie Ronning, Beth Sullivan. Barbara Ekanger, Diane Ludwig. Selling candy was the major effort of the National Honor Society. With the money that the group earned, they pre- sented four $85 scholarships to LeAnne Lingert, Barbara Ekanger, Scott Liv- ingston, and Chris Embrock with Holly Merrick as the alternate. The honor so- ciety, consisting of juniors and seniors, has 25 members. These are students who have maintained a 3.00 grade point average throughout high school. NHS officers (Top to bottom): Scott Livingston, Pres., Susan Heiman, V.P., Susie Brady. Sec., Nancy Bergdale, Treas. NHS Scholarship winners: Barbara Ekanger, Chris Embrock, Scott Liv- ingston, LeAnne Lingert NHS: (Row 1) J. Zingler, C. Embrock, S. Heiman, N. Bergdale, M. Eilers, S. Livingston, K. Treiber, J. Crawford Row 2: B. Ekanger, D. Ludwig, R. Jurgensen, H. Merrick, J. Lind, L. Lingert, S. Brady, L. Gross, L. Briggs, R. Hakl Row 3: D. Farley, J. Leafstedt, G. Gubbrud, W. Johnson, K. Reiser, B. StPeter, D. Anderson r� Drama Class Presents. . . The Senior Drama Class, un- der the direction of Mr. Jerry Joachim, presented a mystery ve-Flavia (Nancy Rergdale) having of her normal outbursts -Myrna (Susan Heiman) cordially •omes Penny (Kristen Treiber) as . Pendleton (LeAnne Lingert) and i Drake (Holly Merrick) look on. Above-Cast-Row 1, from left. Holly Merrick, Rhonda Jurgensen, Jolynne Crawford, Heidi Hughes; Row 2 Chris Kmbrock, Terry Kelley, Kristen Treiber, Nancy Bergdale, Susan Hei- man, LeAnne Lingert, Kent Anderson: Row 3-Carol Jensen, Scott Livingston, Scott Kruse, Mike Zingler, Mark Fick- bohm, Matt Filers, Mr. Joachim. comedy, “The Haunted High School” The story took place at a high school whose principal ahd uien killed in a hit and run in- dent. The plot thickened as o other murders were com- it ted shortly after the princi- il’s death. As the students ok charge of the school during South’s Day”, the mystery as finally solved. Row 1: K. Treiber, J. Crawford, Row 2: J. Ahart, N. Bergdale, R. Embrock, J. Leafstedt, L. Lingert, M. Onnen, J. Lind, T. Kelley, J. Newberg, T. Stene. Row 3: L. Johnson, R. Newberg, L. Kleinhans, M. Gross, M. Newberg, D. Grage, W. Johnson, D. Farley, S. McClara, J. Newberg, D. Andersen, Row 4: K. Swanson, S. Brady, R. Twedt, T. Limoges,R. Hakl, L. Allen LeAnne Lingert hears some bad news. M. Onnen, J. Leafstedt and T. Kelley get down!! Wayne Johnson, Shane McClara, David Farley, Doug Andersen, and James New berg were the “Jocks” of Hoover High School. Musical Rocks ' Audience Kristen Treiber, Jolynne Crawford, and Robin Embrock discuss their love lives! Alcester’s third all-school musical, “Rock-n-RoU”, was presented this year with two performances held April 10th and 11th. The setting was Pop’s Pop Shop where the teenagers faced all sorts of problems. Corndog- gies dreams seemed to cause the trouble as he had to stand up Betsy Lou. But, as in most stories, there was a happy ending with the cast finding new loves. 19 FFA members Row 1: R. Heiman, (1. Jager, T. Wells, D. Som- mervold, T. Walz, D. Tucker, T. Nelson Row 2: D. Schoeller- man. T. Warner. R. Running. K. La pour, E. Johnson, T. McKee, R. Mulder Row 3: K. Schoellerman, D. Farley, K. Anderson, S. McKee, T. Anderton, J. Leafstedt FFA officers Row 1: Mr. Quick, Advisor, Kevin Schoeller- man, Treasurer, Tim Anderton, Secretary, Jon I eafstedt, Reporter Row 2: David Farley, Vice President, Kent Ander- son, President, Scott McKee, Sentinel FFA Improves Community The FFA boys started out the year by putting house numbers. They were also kept busy sell- ing fruit. On November 15, Kent Anderson and Kevin Schoellerman traveled to Kansas City for the National Convention. Kent Anderson also had the privilege of receiving the State Farmer Award. The group extended their Vial for Life Program throughout the year. Rich Mulder, Jim Newberg and Jeff Newberg unload the fruit to kick off the local FFA fruit sale. 20 Row 1: Karen Swanson, Barb Kkanger, Holly Merrick, Susie Brady, Nancy Zingler, Lisa Gross, I Anne Lingert, Rochelle Twedt Row 2: Terese Daniel- son, Shelly Osterkamp, Rhonda Hakl, Terry Kelley, Toxie Pederson, JoAnne Lind, Amy Sundstrom, Shayna Brady. Teresa Limoges, Bev Kkanger. Row 2: JoAnn Zingler, Kathy Weyen, Kathy Jensen, Becky Frye, Susan Heiman, Sharon Peterson, Pam Tucker, Millie Jensen, Penny Peck Row 4: Carol Jen- sen, Shelley Hartman, Deb Hemming- son, Pam Peck, Heidi Hughes, Landra Allen, Melanie Ronning, Sally Hamil ton, Patti Hammitt, Jill Abraham. FHA Adopts New Advisor Mrs. Christi Larsen joined the teaching staff this year with one of her duties being the FHA Advisor, Another addition was Alcester’s first male member, Terry Kelley. Led by President Lisa Gross, the activities held this year were Dad’s Night Out, Mother’s Banquet, and the usual FHA Week. Some of the members attended the Regional and State Conventions. The year came to an end with deserving members hav- ing the chance to eat out and by cele- brating their last meeting with a game of volleyball and home-made ice cream. FHA Officers: Sitting, Lisa Gross, President Back row: Mrs. Larsen, Advisor, Shelly Oster- kamp, Barb Ekanger, Karen Swanson, Holly Merrick, LeAnne Lingert, Nancy Zingler, Ro- chelle Twedt, Susie Brady Lisa Gross, President, presides over the instal- lation ceremonies of the new officers while the new President Amy Sundstrom looks on. 21 The 1981 Cubette Staff The Cubette staff not only worked hard on meeting their deadlines but also participated in raising funds for producing the yearbook. One of the main fund-raisers was a Sadie-Haw- kins Dance held in the fall. The staff, led by Susan Heiman and advised by Mr. Alan Hall, put in many long hours in the hopes that this book will recapture those special “Photographs and Memories” of that special year. .1981. Cubette Staff-Bottom Row: Terry Kelley, Susan Heiman, Becky Frye, Leanne Lin- gert, Kathy Weyen, Kathy Jensen, Toshia Miner. Top Row: Heidi Hughes, Carol Jensen, Millie Jensen, Barb Kkanger, Landra Allen, Diane I.udwig, Wayne Johnson, Bentley St. Peter, Grant Gubbrud, JoAnn Zingler Below: Copy Editor LeAnne Lingert, Terry Kelley, and Editor Susan Heiman are deep in thought as to what the perfect layout could be. Below 1981 Cubette Staff Chiefs. Bot- tom to Top-Ad Sales, Carol Jensen; Head Typist, Heidi Hughes; Bus. Mgr., Barbara Kkanger; Layout Editor, Diane Ludwig; Copy Editor, LeAnne Lingert; Editor in-chief, Susan Heiman A VERY VERY SPECIAL THANK YOU TO MR DAVID LARSEN FOR BEING OUR PHO TOGRAPHER. WE HAVE APPRECIATED ALL THAT YOU HAVE DONE FOR US. 1981 CUBETTE STAFF A-Club officers: Kent Anderson, V. Pres., Mark Fickbohm, Pres., Scott Livingston, Treas., Chris Era brock. Sec., Mike Zingler, St. Council Rep. A-Club And GAL Club Improve Bottom to top. Row 1: J. Ahart, C. Embrock, D. Grage, J. Leafstedt, M. Newberg, G. Gubburd, K. Reiser. M. Zingler. D. Anderson, T. Anderton, R. Mulder, T. Wells. M. Gross Row 2: C. League, T. Geotz, T. Berg, J. Newberg, K. Kroger, D. Farley, S. McClara, S. McKee, R. Hongslo. Row 3: M. Newberg, S. Livingston, S. Kruse, M. Eilers, M. Fickbohm, K. Anderson, D. Andersen, J. Newberg, M. Onnen, Front row: J. Hodgson, R. Lundberg A-Club and GAL-Club combined efforts this year to generate interest in sports. Mr. Andersen advised A-Club; their major activity was selling soap insurance to merchants, farmers, and students. Miss Lund supervised the GAL Club, who sold blue and gold Alcester Cub hats. Both clubs attended the Lions Athletic Banquet in the spring. Both of these clubs put forth fine effort to promote the sports programs at Alcester High. GAL-Club officers; Jolynne Crawford, St. Council rep., Kristen Treiber, Sec.-Treas., Rhonda Jurgen- sen. Pres., Shelley Hartman, V. Pres. Bottom to top: Row 1: G. Grage, S. Hartman, N. Bergdale, J. Zingler, L. Gross, A. Brick house, N. Zingler Row 2: B. Cooper, R. Embrock, S. Heiman, R. Jurgensen, L. Lingert, R. Twedt. Row 3: R. Pederson, L. Kleinhans, K. Treiber, J. Crawford, B. Frye, P. Evanson Pep Club Nancy Zingler sparks spirit at the Homecoming bonfire. Officers: Chris Embrock, Sec., Kent Anderson, Pres., Matt Eilers, V.P., Kathy Jensen, Trea surer The crowd forms their usual tun- nel of support for the Cubs. You otten think only of athletes when you hear of sports, but behind every athlete is a cheering crowd. The cheerleaders worked hard to keep the Alcester crowd backing the Cubs with enthusiasm. In spite of their effort, the cheerleaders could have not done it without the support of the Pep Club. The Pep Club made posters and a mascot to help create an enthusias- tic crowd. The enthusiasm this year shows Alcester is proud of their Cubs. Row 1: R. Embrock, K. Keiser, W. Johnson, K. Lapour. M. Eilers, T. Kelley, P. Evanson, K. Treiber. M. Jensen Row 2: R. Heiman, K. Johnson, R. Pederson, A. Sundstrom, J. Zingler, S. McClara, M. Newberg, K. Anderson, C. Embrock, L. Gross, J. Crawford, L. Allen, J. Abraham Row 3: T. Daniel- son, T. Miner, S. Osterkamp, B. Sullivan, K. Weyen, K. Jensen, S. Hartman, T. Limoges, S. Brady, L. Kleinhans, B. Cooper, P. Hammitt, Row 4: R. Hakl, R. Twedt, K. Swanson, P. Peck, D. Hemmingson, D. Ludwig, B. Ekanger, P. Peck, S. Peterson, B. Frye, S. Heiman, H. Hughes, T. Sonichson, K. Treiber, P. Tucker, Row 5: R. Mulder, L. Lingert, K. Kroger, G. Gubbrud, M. Onnen, L. Briggs, D. Farley, B. Sommervold, H. Merrick, Strom, S. Kruse, R. Jurgensen, M. Fickbohm, K. Lund Row 6: B. St. Peter, C. Jensen, S. Brady, N. Zingler, C. Bern, G. Grage, S. Hamilton, M. Ronning, M. Newberg Superior Winners This year, Alcester had the honor of bringing home so many superior wins that a special page is being designated to these people. The individuals and groups that performed worked very hard to achieve these accomplishments. James Newberg also had the special honor of being the first Alcester student selected to sing in the State Honors Choir. Swing Choir, Row 1: C. Em brock, S. Heiman, B. Cooper.. I eafstedt Row 2: L. Johnston, M. Gross, J. Crawford. L. Kleinhans, J. Abraham, R. Embrock, T. Soniehsen, F. Ham mitt Row 3: M. Eilers, J. Lind. P. Evanson, N. Bergdale, L. Lingert, C. Bern, J. Ahart, T. Walz Row 4: J. Newberg, M. Fickbohm, K. Ander- son, M. Newberg, Row 5: M. Onnen, Jeff Newberg Front Row (Soloists): K. Swanson. J. Lind, L. Lin- gert. R. Hakl Back Row (Percussion Ensemble): B. Cooper, D. Schoellerman, S. Livingston, D. Ludwig, M. Newberg. (� w $ v- Mixed Ensemble. Row I: Jeff Newberg, Matt Onnen, James Newberg Row 2: Robin Embrock, LeAnn Lin- gert. Tara Soniehsen, Jolynne Crawford, Shelly Os- terkamp Sax Ensemble, Row 1: Karen Swanson Row 2: Tara Soniehsen, Rochelle Twedt, James Newberg, Tim Anderton, Shelley Hartman Vocal Soloists: Nancy Bergdale, Matt Onnen, James Newberg, Jon I eafstedt, Melanie Running Row 1, from left to right, p. Tucker, P. Peck. M. Running, P. Hammitt. R. Hakl, J. Abraham; Row 2-B. Kkanger, T. Miner. K. Treiber. A. Sundstrom, R. Pederson, L. Lingert, J. Lind, 1). Ludwig, C. Bern. R. Km brock.J. Leafstedt, T. Nelson, L. John- son; Row 3-M- Onnen, D. Anderson, K. Johnson. M. Gross, P. Kvanson, G. Gubbrud, T. Steen. T. Km brock, R. Tester, K. Swanson. R. Twedt. T. Sonichsen, J. Newberg. T. Anderton. S. Hart man; Row 4 M. Hongslo, I). Schoellerman. M. Newberg, S. Livingston, B. Sommervold, B. Cooper Trombone Trio, left to right, Kric Johnson, Dick Anderson, Matt Onnen; Trumpet Trio; Diane Ludwig, Chonette Bern, Robin Kmbrock; Accompanist: Patty Hammitt Below: Row 1 -Joanne Lind. Roxie Pederson. Kersten Johnson. I eAnne Lingert; Row2-Barbara Kkanger.Toshia Miner. Kath- ryn Treiber. Amy Sundstrom 26 Below: Flute Knsemble. Row 1-Rhonda Hakl; Row 2-Jill Abra- ham. Penny Peck; Row J-Pam Tucker. Patty Hammitt, Me- lanie Running Above: Brass Choir, lop to bottom; Matt Onnen, Eric Johnson, Chonette Bern. Diane Ludwig, Jon Leafstedt, Robin Embrock, Paula K van son. Grant Gubbrud, Trent Nelson, Todd Embrock, Leisa Johnson Band Goes To The Field The Alcester Band started their money making project this year by picking corn in a field donated by Bob Hammitt. Besides earning money, the band kept busy marching in the SDSU, USD and Alcester homecomings. The majority of the band students also participated in the Instrumental Contest held in Vermillion. Soloists Joanne Lind, Karen Swanson, and LeAnne Lingert received Su- perior ratings along with the percussion and saxo- phone ensembles. In the fall Diane Ludwig, Lisa Kleinhans, and Matt Onnen attended the Augus- tana Band Festival. LeAnn Lingert was chosen as one of 104 students in the U.S. to participate in the McDonald’s All-American Band. She went to New York in November and played in a concert in Carnegie Hall and marched in the Macy’s Thanks- giving Day Parade. LeAnne was also chosen to participate in All-State Band held at Sioux Falls in March. The stage band was kept busy this year by performing at the Fine Arts Banquet and at a stage band-swing choir concert. Above (Stage Band Row 1: T. Sonichsen, R. Twedt, S. Hartman. J. Newberg. R Tester. P Hammitt. A. Sundstron Row 2: D. Ludwig, C. Bern, R. Embrock. J. Leafstedt, K Swanson. M. Hongslo Row 3: M. Onnen. I). Anderson. E. Johnson. S. Livingston Left-Saxophone duet of Karen Swanson (bari sax) and Rochelle Twedt (alto sax). 27 Row 1. left to right: Landra Allen. Beverly Ekanger, Rhonda Hakl, Fenny Peck, Sally Hamilton, Toshia Miner, Kathy Jen- sen, Teresa Limoges Lisa Kleinhans, Paula Evanson, Patty Hammitt, Melanie Ronning, Amy Sundstrom, Barbie Cooper, Row 2: Beth Sullivan, Leisa Johnson, Becky Frye, Rhonda Newberg, Carol Jensen, Kathy Weyen, Lisa Gross, Shelly Os terkamp, Robin Embrock, Susie Brady. Heidi Hughes, Ro- chelle Twedt. Sharon Peterson. Row 3: Karen Swanson, Jill Abraham, Shelley Hartman, Tara Sonichson, Shayna Brady, Accompianists: (front row) Lisa Kleinhans, Patti Hammitt (back row) Susan Heiman, Nancy Bergdale, Tara Sonichson Holly Merrick, Kathryn Treiber, Jeanine Hagen. Pam Tucker, LeAnne Lingert, Chon Bern, Joanne Lind, Nancy Bergdale, Rhonda Jurgensen, Susan Heiman, Kristen Treiber, Jolvnne Crawford, Nancy Zingler. Row 4: Tim Walz, Mike Gross, John Ahart, Chris Embrock, Doug Andersen. Matt Onnen, Thurlow Stene, Terry Kelley, Jeff Newberg, David Farley, James New- berg, Scott Kruse, Kent Anderson. Mike Newberg, Matt Eilers, Mark Fickbohm, Scott McKee, Kevin Schoellerman. Girl’s ensemble: (front row) Patti Hammitt, Leisa Johnson (second row) Shayna Brady, Lisa Kleinhans, Landra Allen (back row) Barb Cooper, Beth Sullivan, Rochelle Twedt, Me- lanie Ronning 28 m? e� Girl's ensemble: (left side, front to back) Rhonda Hakl. Teresa Limoges, Joanne Lind. Carol Jensen (right side, front to back) Jill Abraham, Paula Evanson. Chon Herns. All-State Chorus members: Matt Onnen (tenor), James New berg (bass). Leisa Johnson (soprano), Patti Hammitt (alto) Singers Set New Records This year Alcester had the largest mixed chorus ever with more than sixty singers. They were kept busy singing in four concerts. Three ensembles, one duet, and 12 soloists attended the vocal con- test in Vermillion with 7 receiving superior rat- ings. The soloists receiving superiors were Jon Leafstedt, James Newberg, Matt Onnen, Nancy Hergdale, and Melanie Running. The swing choir also performed this year with its twenty-six members. They received a superior rating at the contest in Vermillion and also par- ticipated in the Coyote Jazz Festival. In addition to the four concerts, the “Mood Lighters” held their own swing choir-stage band concert. Matt Onnen, James Newberg, Leisa Johnson, and Patty Hammitt represented Alcester in the All-State Chorus. Soloists: (front row) Melanie Running. Nancy Bergdale, l eisa Johnson. Paula Evanson, LeAnne Lingert, Tim Walz (back row) Rhonda Newberg, James Newberg, Matt Onnen, Jon Leafstedt, Rhonda Newberg John Ahart 29 Special Awards LeAnne Lingert, McDonald’s All- American Hand Kersten Johnson, Hugh O'Brien James New berg, All-State Honors Choir Award Leisa Johnson, Kersten Johnson, Wayne Johnson, Voice of Democracy Mark Fickbohm, Kevin Peterson Memo- rial Scholarship Susan Heiman, Arvid Thormadsgard Scholar ship Dennis Tucker. Special Olympics bronze medal Jon Leafstedt, Wayne Johnson, Rhonda Hakl, Boy and Girl Staters I j'' LeAnne Lingert, D.C. Hammitt Music Award i Junior girls sing the theme song “Somewhere In The Night ”. Somewhere In The Nigh t The crowd was hushed as one by one the Seniors were escorted in to the 1981 Junior-Senior Prom. On May 2, the Juniors presented the prom to the theme of “Somewhere in the Night”. After the meal served by Central Catering, the guests listened to the Senior class history and the Senior class prophecy. Mrs. Laurel Marshall, the guest speaker, brought back the memories of her year of teaching at Alcester. After the speeches, the guests were entertained by the Junior girls singing the theme song and a skit and song by the waiters and the waitresses. The dance followed the banquet and music was provided by the KELO-Disco On Wheels. The movie “Going Ape” followed the dance. Breakfast was then served between 3:00 and 4:00. A good time was had by all! (iuest speaker for the evening. Mrs. laurel Marshall ; - Junior class President Ken Keiser welcomes the Sen- ior class to the prom. Waitresses and Waiters (Row l) Barb Cooper, Shayna Brady, Amy Sundstrom, Lisa Kleinhans. Te- resa Limoge Row 2-Tim W'arner, Ryan Ronning, Keith Lapnur, Randy Hongslo, Shane McClara Robin Km brock and Mark Newberg fortell the Sen- ior class prophesy. Waitress Amy Sundstrom escorts Scott Kruse to his seat. The -Juniors and Seniors all enjoyed listening to the music of DELO Disco-On-Wheels. i The bridge leading to the fantasies of our last Prom. Scott Livingston and Matt Rilers recall past mo- ments of the Senior class. Cheerleaders The Varsity cheerleaders were chosen in the spring and practiced their cheers and routines during the sum- mer. -Jr. Varsity cheerleaders were picked in the fall and were initiated during the basketball season. Pep buses, signs, posters, and tunnels were all a part of the cheer- leaders’ duties. All in all, school spirit prevailed during the year of 1981. I Varsity Boys Basketball: Lisa Kleinhans. Susan Heiman. Nancy Bergdale, -Jolynne Crawford Varsity Wrestling: (Top to Bottom) Shelley Hartman, Nancy Zingler. Roxie Pederson, Rochelle Twedt Varsity Football: (Bottom Row) Nancy Bergdale, Susan Heiman, Nancy Zingler, Rochelle Twedt (Top to Bot- tom): Shelley Hartman, Roxie Pederson, Jolynne Craw ford, Lisa Kleinhans urv jo Senior Symbols Many good times were shared by the Senior class. This class will leave many impressions on those that they have come in touch with through the years. Many memories were created this year which re- main as symbols of the class of 1981. They did many things together as a class such as travelling to Minneapolis early one morning in May. They visited the zoo, the Southdale mall, IDS Building, and watched the Minnesota Twins play Cleveland. A car semi wash was also held to provide funds for graduation flowers. On May 28 though, the class of 1981 no longer existed. This was a sad moment as it was realized that their high school years had come to an end, hut it was also a new beginning. Senior Play One Year To Go! The Junior class had a year full of activity un- der the leadership of their President Ken Keiser, Vice Pres. Rochelle Twedt, Secretary Shelley Hartman and Treasurer Tara Sonichson. Kevin Kroger and Shelley Hartman were their choices for Homecoming attendants. They elected Rhonda Newberg, Wayne Johnson, and Jon Leaf- stedt to represent them in Student Council. Dur- ing the year, they took an active part in providing songs and skits for Homecoming and Sweethearts coronations. Later in the year they provided the Seniors with a beautiful Prom. The Seniors elect- ed four Juniors for Honor Guards for Graduation. They were: Kevin Kroger, Rochelle Twedt, Ken Keiser, and Shelley Hartman. They enjoyed their Junior year but are looking forward to becoming the next Senior class at AHS! Opposite Page (First Row) Dick Anderson, Tim Anderton. Tim Berg, Lisa Briggs, Robin Embrock (Second Row) Da- vid Farley, David Grage, Grant Gubbrud, Rhonda Hakl, Shelley Hartman (Third Row) Deb Hemmingson, Kathy Jensen, Wayne Johnson, Ken Keiser, Kevin Kroger (Fourth Row) Jon Leafstedt, Joanne Lind, Toshia Miner, James Newberg, Mark Newberg (Fifth Row) Rhonda Newberg, Matt Onnen, Penny Peck, Tara Sonichsen. Bentley St. Pe- ter (Sixth Row) Karen Swanson. Dennis Tucker, Rochelle Twedt, Kathy Weyen, JoAnn Zingler (Not pictured: Clay Clark) Above-Class Officers (Top to Bottom) Pres. Ken Keiser, V. Pres. Rochelle Twedt. Sec. Shelley Hartman, Treas. Tara Sonichsen Left-Matt Onnen and Mark Newberg dazzle the crowd with their humor in the Junior’s Homecoming skit. Below-Junior Homecoming attendants were Shelley Hart- man and Kevin Kroger Another Year Down The Sophomore class elected their officers to lead them through the year. Pres, was Keith Lapour followed by Shane McClara as V. Pres., John Ahart as Secretary and Pam Tucker serving as class Treasurer. To raise money to buy flowers and decorate the stage for graduation, the hardworking Sophomores worked in concession stands. Mr. David Lar- sen served as their class advisor. Jostens was voted as the place that the class would pur- chase their rings from. In the fall they also chose Lisa Kleinhans and Randy Hongslo as their Homecoming attendants. Even though they were still underclassmen, the Sopho- mores had a great time that year. Above-Class Officers (Left to Right) Vice President Shane McClara. Treasurer Pam Tucker, and Secretary John Ahart. Standing is the Sophomore Class President Keith Lapour. Opposite Page (First Row) John Ahart, Chonette Bern. Shayna Brady, Barb Cooper, Teresa Danielson (Second Row) Gail Grage, Patti Ham mitt, Randy Hongslo, Millie Jensen,Kersten Johnson (Third Row) Leisa Johnson, Lisa Kleinhans, Keith Lapour. Teresa Limoges, Shane McClara (Fourth Row) Roxie Pederson, Ryan Ronning, Danny Schoellerman, Dean Sommervold, Beth Sullivan (Fifth Row) Amy Sundstrom, Pam Tucker, Tim Walz, Tim Warner Lisa Kleinhans and Randy Hongslo were chosen by their classmates as the Sophomore Homecoming attendants. Shayna Brady (Front) strikes a beautiful pose for the camera! Friends Teresa Limoges (Right) and Lisa Kleinhans (Behind) pretend not to notice as they go on about with their usual gabbing!! Shane McClara shows his ‘‘stuff’ during the Sophomore Homecom- ing skit. Nice try Shane!!! 46 Freshmen Face New Challenges The Freshman started out their year with the election of new class officers. They chose Erik Johnson as their Presi- dent, Kevin Jacob as V. President, Me- lanie Ronning as Secretary and Todd Embrock as their Treasurer. Robbie Heiman and Paula Evanson represent- ed the Freshman class in the Student Council. The Homecoming attendants they chose were also Robbie Heiman and Paula Evanson. Their advisor, Mr. Quick, helped the class of 1984 through their First year of school. Robbie Heiman and Paula Evanson take a stroll dur- ing Homecoming as they were Freshman atten- dants. Todd Embrock, Todd Wells, and Robbie Hei- man show their “better sides” during Disguise Day in the week before Homecoming. Opposite Page (First Row) Jill Abraham. Landra Allen. Doug Andersen, Beverly Ekanger. Todd Embrock (Second Row) Paula Evanson, Curtis Geveshausen, Terry Goetz, Mike Gross, Jeanine Hagen (Third Row) Sally Hamilton, Steve Hartman, Robbie Heiman, Mike Hongslo, Kevin Jacob (Fourth Row) Glenn Jager, Erik Johnson, Tom McKee, Trent Nelson, Mary Beth Newberg (Fifth Row) Melanie Ronning, Thurlow. Kathryn Treiber, Todd Wells Freshman Class Officers Below were: Top- Erik Johnson, President Left-Kevin Jacob, Vice Presi- dent Middle-Todd Embrock, Treasurer Right- Melanie Ronning, Secretary Grade 7, Row 1, Ross Abraham, Carmen Ahlers, Pamela Ahlers, Arlan Bern, Angela Brick house, Dwight Gubbrud. Row 2, Carl Johnson, Debbie Limoges, Rick Lundberg. Kristi Merrick, Row 3, Charles Nygaard, Constance Paulson. Steve Peck, Mark Quail, Paula Sullivan, Brian Treiber, Row 4, Tracy Vanderhara, Daniel Wiberg, Dan- ielle Webster. Junior High Keeps Busy Besides their regular classes, the junior high stu- dents were involved in many other activities. For the First time all the girls had an opportunity to develop their cheerleading techniques. They took turns cheering for all of the junior high games. Many of the seventh and eighth graders also par- ticipated in chorus, band, art, and sports activities. Along with these activities the junior high stu- dents also had the challenge of getting used to their new surroundings at the high school. The junior high was also fortunate to have two Laotian girls in their classes. Patty Limoges and Lisa Holt were honored as outstanding students for helping Kitsana and Phouphanit Teso to ad- just to Alcester school life. Seventh Grade Below Kitsana and Phouphanit Teso came to Alcester from Laos. With the help of some of the junior high students have learned much about the area and about the English language from associations in our school. Grade 8, Row 1, Theron Ahlers, Johnette Banks. Dale Goetz, John Hodgson. Lisa Holt, Terry Jen- sen Row 2, Carl Johnson, Patty Limoges, Mitch Mer- rick, Mike Schumaker, Tammi Soen. Terri Sogn. Row 3 Kitsana Test� , Phouphanit Teso, Carl Treiber, Chad Trudeau, Tamra Tucker. Tina Vanderham Row 4 Gayle Van Wyk, Terry Warner. Mary Weyen, Randy Yinker Eighth Grade 49 Elementary School-Forward With Fundamentals The Alcester Elementary School, under Princi- pal, Lloyal Saugstad, began the year with a new twist on the “back to basics” movement, and turned the phrase to a more positive goal of “for- ward with fundamentals”. Besides the fundamentals which were ably taught in the Kindergarten through sixth grades classrooms, there were additional enrichment ac- tivities of physical education, art, and music. Many students were also involved in pen pal pro- jects and wrote to pen pals in other states. For a second year they participated in the Weekly Read- er balloon launch, attaching their names and ad- dresses to their balloons and looking forward to hearing from people who might find their names and get in touch with them. All grades were involved in several musical con certs during the year, and 5th and 6th graders had the opportunity to play basketball and to wrestle during half time of several high school varsity sports events. Grade 6, Row 1, Wendy Lundberg, Mr. Saug stad, Mrs. Light. Randy Anderton, Row 2, Sta cie Pilla, Clinton Haage, Margaret Lind, Jeff Schumacher. Kerry Koeshall, Gavin Clark, Row 3. Karla Allen. Chad Wells, Julie Moller, Joey Twedt, Rene Pede-son. Corey Steen, Cas- sandra Joseph. Howard Hamaker, Shari Erickson, Row 4, Teresa Sonichson, Shane Carlson, Kirsten Anderson, Mike W'eyen, Jody Goetz, Doug Medema, Shelley I appa gard. Row 5, Mary Johnson, Jason Fickbohm, Paula Wiberg, Lisa Running, Terri Jager, Paul Kruse, Tersa Greenhagen. Grade 5, Row 1, Jill Lundberg, Mr. Saugstad, Mrs. Tiltrum, Michael Em- brock. Row 2, Edward W'illiams. Kristi Nygard, Joseph VanBallegooyen, Lisa Peterson. Row 3, Mark Smith, Greg Schiefen, Greg Swanson, Tanya Steen, David Saugstad, Kim Rogness, Kelly Knutson, Row 4, Robert Kezar, Patti Jensen, Nathan Grage, Kaylee Koe- shall, Tim Hodgson. Kate Buum, Row 5, Michelle Hongslo, Jason Johnson, Angela Sommervold, Julie Hamaker, Kathie Brady, Mike McMillan, Karla Schumacher ft R ’ flCl ttnWKTAWr SCJMW r • . S . „t. r.11- •' � •• I'.HI fi Kf.f AJE « £ V- 50 ,Y f g g Grade 4, Row 1, Jennifer Johnson. Mr. Saug stad. Mrs. Quick. Bryce Sullivan. Row 2, Charles Cooper, Jolene Osterkamp, Doug Moller, Tiffany Boyer, Jeff Klemme, Eliza beth Brickhouse, Row 3, Lynette Schoeller- man, Bobby Schurman, Gretchen Gubbrud, Jeff Walz. Lisa Thompson, Darwin Sogn. Con- nie Kroger, Craig Treiber. Row 4. Trieia Treiber. David Fickbohm, Renee Ludwig, Wade Hartman, Angela Erickson, Christopher Poweil, Annette Schoellerman, Troy Long, Becky Sol berg. Row 5, Cathy Peck, Matt New- berg, Kristin Limoges. Michael Kezar. Mi chelle Johnson, John Lutter, Kitay Kratochvil X 0 VII I I � M � I � n� HI SI M Ht • n Grade 3, Row 1, Wade Steeneck, Amy Wiberg. Mr. Saugstad, Miss Knock, Aaron Johnson. Ginger Waddell, Row 2, Regan Ronning, Amy Numsen, Darcie W'ebster, Kenny Hansohm, Row 3, Stacy Peterson, Scott Phillipps, Marcy Sullivan, Sheryl Farley, Keith Koeshall, Gen- elle VanWyk, Row 4, Shannon Carlson, Lesley Ronning, Tricia Lundberg, Alyson Ahlers, Cherilyn Joseph. Tina Smith, Andrea Quail. Grade 2, Row 1, LeAnne Doty, Mr. Saugstad. Mrs. Peterson, Mrs. Anderson, Stacy Twedt, Row 2, Angela Limoges, Angie Glenn, Wendell Steeneck. Melissa Hodgson, Row 3, Charles (ireen, John Anderson, Jody Numsen, Lance Joachim, Amy McMillan, Greg Pigman, Stephanie Boyer, Dean Moller, Kandy Kra- tochvil. Row 4, Sonja I erseth. Brian Klemme, Paige Gubbrud, Lance Allen, Tammi Som- me rvold, Scott Williams, Rachelle Talbott, Thad Kiewel, Christa Fickbohm. Row 5, Ryan Schurman, Todd Chance, Hayley Johnson, Jared St. Pierre, Brett Snedeker, Jason Albers, Jim Paulson. 51 Kindergarten, First Grade Get Off To Good Start First Grade 1st Grade, Row 1, Anthony Anderberg, Mr. Saugstad, Miss Abrahamson, Catina Quick, Row 2, Karri Sogn, Todd Phillips, Sarah Ha- maker, Cari Smith, Row 3, Susan Smith, Shawn Drown. Amy Akland, Ronnie Gray, Susan Sommervold, Wade Johnson, Kari Jo Hagen, Row 4, Shane Talbott, Anne Smith, Christopher Brady, Debra Boyer, Matt Saug- stad, Katherine Limoges, Scott Hammitt, Row 5, Kimmy Keiser, Walter Jensen, Ramsey Steen, Allen Albers, Kimberly Haage. £ C tMft t )«M l«l £ £ Kindergarten Kindergarten, Row 1, Shane Ludwig, Tiffany Larson, Mr. Saugstad, Mrs. Schempp, Erick Reiss, Mindy Johnson, Row 2, Rodney Hem- mingson, Jennifer Limoges, Tim Huenik, Ai- mee DeJong, Row 3, Joey Reed, Janelle Jo- achim, Steven Crawford, Mischa Ludwig, Troy Twedt, Connie Waddell, Chad Williams, Row 4, Tonya Powell, Alia Albers, Mary Ellen Cooper, Angela Moore, Kristy Glenn, Teresa Gross, Kenneth VanBaiiegooyen. 52 Tri- Valley Conference Champs Above-19H0 Tri-Valley Champs- Back How, from left-C. Km brock, K. Keiser, D. Grage, T. Berg, G. Gubbrud, Mark Newberg, M. Fickbohm, S. Livingston, S. Kruse, M. Filers, S. McKee, James Newberg, J. Leafatedt, Jeff Newberg, Mike Newberg, M. Zingler, T. Anderton, K. Anderson; Middle, from left-T. McKee, T. Nelson, E. Johnson, S. McClara, D. Andersen, T. Kmbrock, T. Wells, K. Jacob, R. Heiman, R. Running; Front Row, Student Managers M. Onnen, T. Kelley, and B. St. Peter The Alcester Cubs football team had a very success- ful season, led by 10 Seniors who will be very hard to replace. The Cubs finished the season with a 7-1 record and ranked 7th in the State 9 man standings. Alcester ended the season on top of the Tri-Valley conference with a perfect 7-0 record. The Cubs were led by All State fullback Kent Ander- son, who also led the team in tackles. Anderson, along with Chris Embrock, Scott Kruse and Scott McKee, was named to the All-Conference team, while Matt Eilers, Mark Fickbohm, Jon Leafstedt, and Mike Newberg were honorable mention selections. Embrock came out as the team’s leading rusher, while Mike Newberg was the leading receiver. These two, along with Scott Kruse, were named as All-State Hon- orable mention players. 54 QB Eilers scrambles for yardage. Above-Mark Newberg hands off to Kent Anderson Left- Mike Newberg, team’s leading receiver, catches another one Football Awards Of 1980 Chris Embrock-Running Back Scott Kruse-Offensive Lineman Scott McKee-Defensive Lineman All-Conference All-Conference All-Conference Kent Anderson Leads All State First Team All-Conference Honorable Mention: Jon l eafstedt, Line Backer, Matt Eilers, Quarterback, Mike Newberg, Receiver. Mark Fickbohm, Lineman Kent Anderson-Running Back All-Conference, All-State 56 This year the Alcester Cross Country team competed in ten meets, with Randy Hongslo placing in all of them. At the region meet, Hongslo palced 7th, Kroger 40th, and Gross 47th. These boys then went to the state meet, where Hongslo placed 19th out of 88 runners. Hongslo Makes It To State! There were four lettermen this year, Hongslo, Kroger, Gross, and Muler. Above right. Top row, from left, Rich- ard Mulder, Randy Hongslo, Keith La- pour; Bottom, from left, Tim Walz. Mike Gross, Kevin Kroger. Above-State medal winner, Randy Hongslo At right, middle, a break before the big run. At right. Run, Rich, run Far right Kevin and Mike compete side by side Girls Have Best Season Ever! The girls basketball team coached by Vernal Andersen and Kathy Lund competed in a new conference this year with hopes of placing first. The teams were very evenly matched and after many close games the girls ended up placing sec- ond in conference play. The Cubs fought back in the conference tournament but wound up placing second. This was the first time that any Alcester Girls Basketball team had competed in champion- ship round action. The girls finished out the sea- son with a respectable record of 13-8. They were led in scoring by Jolynne Crawford with Susan Heiman close behind. Susan Heiman led in re- bounding and Susan and Jolynne were picked to the All-Conference team with Rhonda Jurgensen receiving honorable mention. The “B” team had a successful season finishing with a record of 10-4. They were led in scoring by Barbie Cooper. Below- B Team-Row 1, Seated from left, J. Hagen, A. Sundstrom, S. Hartman. K. Swanson: Row 2 from left, M. Newberg, L. Johnson. C. Bern, B. Cooper: Standing (foreground) T. Limoges, (middle) S. Brady, (hack), Coach Lund. L Briggs Above- A Team-Row- 1, from left, N. Rergdale, Std. Mgr. L. Swanson, S. Heiman; Row 2-K. Swanson, R. Jurgensen, L. Lingert. R. Em brock; Row 3-S. Brady. L. Briggs. J. Crawford. S. Hartman. T. Limoges; Row 4-A. Sundstrom, C. Bern, B. C r er- Row 5-Coaches Andersen and Lund. Below-Ryhin lays another one up tv y- K - W ' - — |K V . .'•■OUmU HI 1 wr sS- Above left- The Girls basketball team poses with their second place conference tourna- ment trophy. Above right-LeAnne about to pull down an- other rebound. l-eft- Defense! Defense! Defense! LeAnne Lin- gert. Susan Heiman. Nancy Rergdale, Jolvnne Crawford, Rhonda Jurgensen, and Robin Km brock put on defensive stance. Bottom left - Seniors take a break after a gruel- ing workout. Right coach?? 59 4 Bark Row-Ken Keiser, Kent Anderson. Mike NcwberK, Jeff New berg. Scott McKee. Matt Onneu. Mull Filers. -lirn Newherg, Scott Kru.se. Jon Leafs! edt. Mark Newherg, Scott Livingston, (irnnt («ubhrud. David Farley, Chris Km- brock, front Row-Coach Andersen. Student Mgr. John Ahart, Coach Joachim Cub Fever: We've Cot It Led by the two All-Conference choice Matt Filers and Mike Newherg, the Cubs compiled a 13-6 record. Along with fellow starters Scott Kruse, Mark New- berg, Kent Anderson, and Grant Gubbrud, a second place was taken in the Tri-Valiev Conference Tour- nament and a third place was fought for in the Dis- trict Tourney. The team was led in scoring by Mike Newberg and Matt Filers took rebounding honors. There were nine let termen with four of them l eing Seniors. As the next season begins, the Seniors and (oach Andersen will all be missed as this was Mr. Andersen s last year at Alcester. A lot of memories will be left behind them. Acts .’ j Stej ‘ in 4� ■Vus f Above Top-Kent Anderson (25) and Sc tl Kruse (55) battle to keep the ball away from (he outstretched hands of their oppo- nent. Above Matt Filers (53) struggles for another hard-earned two I joints while teammate Scott Kruse (55) gets in rebounding position. Varsity Jr. Varsity Mike Orum, Trent Nelson. Dean So mervold, Rob Hciman, Ryan Run- ning, Tim Warner. Coach Joachim, Keith La pour, Randv Hungslo, Erik Johnson, T� dd Kmbrock, Kevin -la eoh, Tom Mckee, Student manager John Ahart letter men for '80'81 Season: Oppo- site Page-Lower l ft Corner Row I- Scott Kruse. Ken Keiser. Mark New berg. Grant Gubbrud, David Farlev, Row 2 Matt Filers. Jon Lealstedl Row 2-Mike Newberg, Kent Anderson Below Right Krik Johnson goes up for two while Robbie Heiman moves down to the bucket. Below Mike Newberg (front) and Matt Filers (back) step up to receive their second place trophy during the Tri-Valley Conference Tourney. New Record Achieved By Junior Varsity Under the direction of Coach Jerry Joachim, this year’s J.V. team chalked up their best season record ever. They won a total of 13 games compared to only 1 loss! High scorer was Keith Lapour putting in 151 points. Kandy Hongslo wasn’t far behind with his 149 points. Rebounds were grabbed most often by Keith also, who took down 120 halls all together. Kevin Jacob had the most assists and also had the highest free throw percentage (88%) by making 15 out of 17 from the charity stripe. This team is looking forward to the year when they can compile this 13- 1 record on the Varsity roster. Both teams were assisted by Student Mgr. John Ahart. .Seated l-eft to Right-Terry Goetz, Rob- Todd Well� , Shane McClara Kevin ert Miner, Rick Lundberg, Jon Hodg Kroger, Dick Anderson, Mike Aingler, son, Steve Hartman, Thurlow Steen. David Grage, Tim Anderton, Mark Standing Left to Right-Tim Walz, Fickbohm Goetz Goes To State!! This year Alcester had a young wrestling team to work for them. The team consisted of 15 wrestlers and were coached by Barry Kelley. The Cubs par- ticipated in the Chester Tour- nament, Early Bird Tourna- ment at Harrisburg, Big Sioux Conference Tourney at Flan- dreau along with a number of duals. The Cubs sent two wres- tlers, Terry Goetz and Todd Wells, to the Regional Tourna- ment. Terry received fourth and qualified for the State Above-Mike Zingler works for a hard-earned pin against a I ennox wrestler. Below-David Grage puts the cradle to a Lennox mat man while the referree counts to three. 62 Tournament in Huron, where he was beaten out. The Cubs finished with a sea- son record of 4 wins and 5 losses. Opposite page (Top left) Terry Goetz and Todd Wells prepare for Regions. Below-Shane McClara is declared the winner. Above right Coach Barry Kelley assists an injured wrestler Middle right Kevin Kroger shakes hands with one of his oppo- nents before a match. Lower right Mat man David Grage puts a powerful hold on a Lennox grappler Below Coach Kelley yells some words of advice to one of his men. Girls Send 7 To State Capturing second place by the mile relay team and fourth place by the medley relay team at the State track meet highlighted the girls track season. These relay teams consisted of JoAnn Zingler, Nancy Bergdale, Rhonda Jur- gensen, Robin Embrock and Shelley Hartman. Also at the State track meet, Shelley competed in the 800 meter run, Rhonda in the 100 meter hurdles, JoAnn in the 100 meter dash, and Robin in the 400 meter dash. Other competitors in the State meet were the 800 meter relay consisting of Rhonda, Nancy, Shelley, JoAnn, and the two-mile relay team consisting of Robin, Shelley, Paula Evanson, and Angela Brickhouse. The girls were lead to their successful year by Kathy Lund. Middle: Two-mile relay, Angie Brickhouse, Robin Embrock, Shelley Hartman, Paula Evanson Bottom right: 400 meter relay, Nancy Zingler, Teresa Limoges, Shayna Brady, Karen Swanson Nancy Zingler gets off to a good start. Row 1: Teresa Limoges, Shayna Brady, JoAnn Zingler, Robin Embrock, Shelley Hartman, Rhonda Jurgensen, Nancy Bergdale, Nancy Zingler, Susie Brady, Student Mgr. Row 2: Karen Swanson, Mary Beth Newberg, Amy Sundstrom. Rhonda Newberg, Tracy Nelson, Kath ryn Treiber, Paula Evanson, Angie Brickhouse Top Left: Angie Brickhouse runs a leg of the two-mile relay. Top Right: These girls participated in the State Track Meet: R. Em brock, S. Hartman, P. Evanson, R. Jurgensen, N. Bergdale, A. Brickhouse, J. Zingler. Middle Left: Mile Relay- R. Embrock, R. Jurgensen, N. Berg dale, J. Zingler. Above: Medley Relay: S. Hartman, R. Jurgensen, J. Zingler, N. Bergdale. Left: Rhonda Jurgensen hands off the baton to Nancy Berg- dale in the 880 yd. relay. 65 Chris Em brock hands off to Jon I.eafstedt in the 800 meter relay at the Alceater Invita tional. Middle right: 800 meter relay. Mike Newberg, Jeff Newberg, Tim Berg. Jon Leafstedt. ('hris Em brock Boys Break Records The boys track team repeated winning the 5B Regional track meet and sent 13 boys to the State Track Meet in Rapid City. Along with winning this, they also captured five first place trophies during the season. The tracksters broke many re- cords including the triple jump by Mark Newberg, the long jump by Mike Newberg, the two mile relay (Craig League, Mark Fickbohm. Matt Rilers, Jeff Newberg), and the 880 relay (Chris Rmbrock, Jon Leafstedt, Jeff Newberg, Mike Newberg). Scott Kruse was also outstanding this year by be- ing a double winner many times in the discus and shot put. He received second and third place re- spectively in these events at State. Mark Newberg placed second in the triple jump at State. The Cubs were led to their successful year by Coach Barry Kelley. Bottom right: Matt Filers runs a leg in the two mile relay. Below: Mile relay team, Jeff Newberg. Craig league, Mark Fickbohm, Matt Filers, Jon leafstedt 0 — § Row 1: M Fickbohm, S. Kruse, M. New berg, C- Rmbrock, K. Anderson, J. New berg, M Filers Row 2: T. Walz, S. Hart man, C. League, R. Hongslo, K. Johnson, S. McClara, K. Kroger, G. Gubbrud, T. Wells, T Berg, K. Reiser, R. Heiman, T. Wells, D. Anderson, D. Grage, J. I eaf- stedt, M. Newberg, J. Newberg Mike Newberg takes a leap in the long jump. Scott Kruse throws the discus for another victory. Qualifiers for State meet: Todd Wells, Mike Newberg, Kevin Kroger, Chris Km brock, Craig league Row 2: Randy Hongslo, Jon Leafs ted t, Mark Fickbohm, Jeff Newberg, Scott Kruse, Mark New berg, James Newberg. Matt Eilers. Mark Fickbohm runs with determina- tion. James Newberg shows his successful hurdling form. 67 WE THEY Chester 18 32 Irene 19 16 Viborg 33 6 Hurley 54 19 Gayville-Volin 42 14 Centerville 25 T3M Wakonda 9 0 Hudson 39 8 West Sioux Elk Point AJcester Conference Region We9t Sioux Elk Point Alcester Conference Region Rqs 3 ry— Elk Pntnt JV - - Chester Tnv. Tourney West Soux JV Early ird Tourney Harrisburg Scotland Marion Akron JV Lennox JV, jj SttMfora West Lyons M- WE 26. r i Irene Jefferson Viborg Hurley Wakonda Gayville-Volin Centerville Wakonda- Viborg Conf. Tourney Elk Point Centerville Beresfo d Harrisbin District 23 WE THEY 48 Mr% -M ■ WE W'akonda 67 West Sioux 62 Irene 64 Akron 67 Viborg M K Hurley feVIf tik Point yi 38 Conference Tourney w i!U flayville-Volin 62 Jefferson g Centerville 55 Harrisburg 69 Wakonda Hudson 80 83 Beresford f 47 District 23 v r T Salem Inv. 6th Beresford Tri, 2nd S F. Christian Inv. 6th Elk Point Quad. 2nd Elk Point Inv. 4th Alcester Tri, 2nd Alcester Inv. 4th Tri-Valley Conf. 2nd Regions 10th State Meet (Randy Hongslo) 19th 68 SENIOR ATHLETES FOOTBALL BASKETBALL TRACK WRESTLING hagisctrai i Faculty Guiding the students in their search for knowledge are the educators. Beyond the classrooms and co-cirricular activities, we find our school staff coping with the many everyday problems with which they are faced. The faculty has the vital role of fulfilling the goal of a high school providing education. Teacher Of The Year Mr. Roy Webster Science and Math Mr. Glenn Kroger Science Mr. Vernal Andersen Business and Physical Ed Mr. Barry Kelley Jr. High Social Studies M iss Kathy Lund Business Mr. Jerry Joachim Mrs. I)eb Mitchell Special Education Mrs. Connie I-a r sen Vocal Music Mr. Alan Hall Government, Counselor, Writing Administration The school board makes decisions regarding finding of programs, ad- ministrative decisions, which affect the carrying out of programs, some from the Superintendent Kenneth Wurtz and Principal Don Zingler. In support of their efforts are Mrs. Marchi Lingert, Secretary, and Mr. Donowan Larson, Business Manager, who keep the day to day office work and book work going. The teacher’s aides prove helpful to both the teachers and the students in the ele- mentary school. Business Manager, Donowan Larsen, Secretary, Marchi Lingert, Principal, Don Zingler, Superinten dent, Kenneth Wurtz. Teacher’s Aides- Marilyn Newberg, Lois Honglso, Marge Eilers, Gladys Johnson, Ruth Lind. School Board- Front Row, Ron Trieber, Presi- dent Melva Leafstedt. Jerry Kratchovil, Back Row, Rodney Schempp, Don Drown, Jerry Grubbrud, Dick Merrick. 74 Helpers Are Appreciated Continuing as a part of the school system are the bus drivers, who get us here safely, the custodians, who make the school a pleasant place to work and the cooks, who make enjoy- able delicious meals for us all. Let's give these people a hand. Cooks-Mrs. Harders. Mrs. Johnson. Mrs. Ekren, Mrs. Schoellerman, Mrs. Holthe. Mrs. Trudeau. Contributors The 1981 Cubette Staff wishes to acknowledge the following contributors and to thank them for their generous support of this year’s Alcester publication. Alcester Clover Farm Alcester Meats and Locker Anderson Implement Beck Gubbrud and Haugland, Attorneys Country Cupboard Custom Coils, Inc. Del’s D-X Farmers Union Cooperative Association Great Plains Supply Larsen Drug Lincoln Union Electric Lutters Our Own Hardware McKellips Insurance Pete’s Produce Ron’9 Farm Supply State Bank of Alcester Stubbs Barber Shop Talbott Collision Repair Village Bowl Wheeler - Anderson Beresford Bierbaum Rexal Drug Paul’s Photography Tony’s Feed and Seed Hawarden, Iowa Brown’s K ‘ K Store Pamida, Inc. Clayton B. Thompson, Attorney West Sioux Veteranarian The Senior Class of 1981 gathers together for one last time. The Senior Class singing their chosen song, “Ice Castles”. Facing The Future Thirty-five seniors wore their tassied caps and gowns-the final symbols of high school- on May 28 in the elementary gym. Under the motto “It does not matter what lies in the future or in the past hut only what lies inside you”, the class chose light blue and rose as the colors and roses as the flower. Senior performances filled most of the Commencement excercises as the senior class voted not to have a guest speaker. Instead, eight of the seniors delivered personal speeches to the audience and to the senior class. The Seniors walked out of the gym, ready to leave and face the world. Salutatorian-Susan Heiman Co-Valedictorian-LeAnne Lingert Co-Valedictorian-Diane Ludwig Theme From Ice Castles “Please, don’t let this feeling end, it’s everything I am, every thing I want to be. I can see what’s mine now, finding out what’s true, since I found you looking through the eyes of love. And now, I can take the time, I can see my life as it comes up shining now. Reaching out to touch you, I can feel so much, since I found you, looking through the eyes of love. Class Of 1981 Holly Merrick Girl Graduate” Matt Filers “Success Terry Kelley “In Appreciation” Kristen Treiber “Never Forever” Jolynne Crawford “Our Senior Year” And now I do believe, that even in the storm we’ll find some light. Knowing you’re beside me, I’m all right. Please don’t let this feeling end, it might not come again, and I want to remember. How it feels to touch you, how 1 feel so much, since I found you looking through the eyes of love. 79