Anita High School - Spartan Yearbook (Anita, IA)

Text from Pages 1 - 96 of the 1985 volume:

TAKE 1: Let's Go to the Movies SPARTAN 1985 Anita High School Anita, Iowa 50020 Founded 1869 Volume XXXXVI The Spartan staff cordially Invites you to go to the movies with us through the pages of the 1985 SPARTAN. Sit back, grab your popcorn, and enjoy our four star feature Roll 'em. TABLE OF CONTENTS TAKE 2: Puttin' on Ritz Student life P 7 TAKE 3: Breaking Away ' Activities P- 17 TAKE 4: Wargames Sports P- 35 TAKE 5: My Tutor p. 57 TAKE 6: Gremlins p. 65 Anita Says Goodbye After giving much of their time and effort, six long-time staff members have decided to leave their positions. Teachers Madeline Moore. Mane Mailander. and Helen Daume. along with bus drivers Ivan Joens and Irwin Beschorner (not pictured) and superintendent Don Bhchacek have all handed in their resignations. Pic 1. Sandl Landsness. Madeline Moore. Marie Mailander. Helen Daume. Don Brichocek. Phyllis Brichacek. and Barb Licklider attend a lunch in honor of the resigning staff, sponsored by Anita Citizens for Education Pic 2. Don Brichacek smiles in pleasure at the desk set he received at the luncheon Pic 3. Ivan Joens accepts a plaque from the NFL. represented by Troy Waddell, in appreciation of his time and concern Pic 4. Madeline Moore and Mane Mailander have taught in the Anita school system for twenty-seven and twenty-six years respectively Pic 5. Jackie Sanders presents Helen Daume with a commemorative plate for her years of service at the ACE luncheon Each of the resignees have shown enormous dedication to the Anita school system, and all will be missed. 2 On July 13. 1922. Concert Pork with the new Concert Bandshell was opened to the public It was said to be “the nicest band structure in southwestern Iowa. Three years later on June 11. 1925. the first open air band concert was held here A local broadcasting station sent the concert to all parts of the country. About a year ago some large cracks began appearing in the front arch of the Bandshell Preliminary inspections indicated the structure would need some major repairs or face demolition. A committee of interested citizens investigated the problem and formed a “Bandshell Restoration effort Volunteer labor and interest in saving the Bandshell. however, were two things underes- timated when the project began. As the stucco unveiled the frame, there was more damage and deter- ioration than originally expected However, there were other parts of the structure that were in better shape than predicted Every effort is being made to renovate the structure in a manner that preserves the original appear- ance This Is not the only renovation project that has been done on the Bandshell About twenty-five years ago the VFW volunteered labor and had significant funds to stabilize the foundation. More recently high school students recovered and weatherized the entire roof. A scroll or plaque with all the donors' names will be permanently displayed at the Anita City Hall for those who helped save a piece of Anita's heritage Attention. Parents A Lot Of Teenagers Have Died For A Drink IF YOU WANT TO BE A PART OF THE SOLUTION. Join AHOY (Adults Helping Our Youth) For more information, call 62 3801 Youth Center Reopens This year a group aimed at aiding the Anita youths was formed. AHOY (Adults Helping Our Youth) held meetings to discuss how their support could help One of their major projects was reopening the Youth Center It was decided that it would be under adult supervision at all times. The place was designed so that kids could go and just be themselves. AHOY felt the Youth Center wasn't a success in previous years because there was not enough adult support The majority of the meetings cen- tered on teenage alcoholism. Anita Ives, a patient counselor with the Alcohol and Drug Assistance Agency in Atlantic, presented a program and educational films. AHOY is another fine example of our community's growing concern for youths. Bank Failures Come Close Bank failures are said to be occur- ring at a post-Depression record rate Across the nation the financial squeeze is straining relations between the bankers and the farmers. Iowa has been hit particularly hard. As of this time. Iowa is number one in bank closings Among those closing are Odebolt. Woodbine. Cherokee. A ft on. Story City. Inwood, and Massena In 1983. a controversial report picked the nation's strongest and weakest banks. The Holt Investment Advisory found eight Iowa banks among the nation's five hundred weakest Among those were Mount Ayr which closed in 1984. and Cherokee which shut its doors this year The Steeie State Bank of Cherokee had been in existence for 110 years State officials said the state's de- pressed agricultural economy was the overriding factor in the bank's closing. Like others across Iowa, it was also in trouble with agricultural loans. Odeboldt qualified for Holt's one hundred strongest list in 1983. and today the doors ore closed. The Massena bank struck close to home. However, within a few weeks of its closing, it was reopened as the Union National Bank The times have proven to be unstable for both farmers and bankers. Farmers are struggling to make a living, and banks are striving to protect depositors and stockholders. 3 1984 was a year of pageantry optimism, nationalism, and of reconciliation. The Summer Olym- pics held at Los Angeles gave us a chance to show off our athletes and ability to put on a grand spectacle. The Olympics also allowed Americans to exper- ience an emotion that we hadn't thought ourselves capable of feeling nationalism. After Viet- nam. Watergate, high inflation and unemployment, the hostage crisis and the ever-increasing threat of nuclear war, defeatism was the prevailing attitude. Now, however. America is feeling good The economy, in general, is in a recovery. President Reagan has shown the nation how to put a smiling face on life, we “won in Grenada, and did well at the Summer Olympics The United States is experiencing a rebirth n pride Along with the patriotism, came optimism. Recent suc- cesses have given Americans something to feel good about and the promise of a good future to look to. Be all that you can be, urges the Army. Americans are aiming for that goal Perhaps the most important attitude to result from ‘84 was reconciliation with Vietnam and ourselves. Veterans are now receiving their long overdue thank you in the form of memor- ials, parades and simple hugs. By accepting those who were figures in the war we lost. Americans are finding themselves able to look at past mistakes yet keep an eye on the future, with hope. The 1984 Summer Olympics held at Los Angeles gave America two weeks of pogentry and spectacle From the opening ceremonies, through the weeks of fierce competition and to the tearful closing ceremony, the world was given a taste of how America does things — with style. Out of those two weeks came a new set of American heroes. Carl Lewis, Edwin Moses, Mary Lou Retton. Steve Lundquist and Joan Benoit, just to name a few became the represen- tatives of what many had once dreamed of but never achieved With all those who attended the Olympiad, we shared their victories and defeats and wished that it could have gone on forever First Woman Candidate After the pogentry of the Summer Olympics, followed the excitement of the Presidential elections. The can- didates were narrowed down to the two and their running mates In one comer was the Republican-backed team of incumbents Ronald Reagan and George Bush Opposing them were Walter Mondale and his con- troversial partner Geraldine Ferraro representing the Democratic Party Ferraro made history by being the first woman ever to be selected as a vice-presidential candidate Her cam- paign was filled with debate over issues such as abortion and her husband's finances, making the race for the Oval Office a difficult one Despite her and Mondale's loss to Reagan in a landslide election, how- ever. Geraldine Ferraro has managed to keep a bright face on things and show that she is one of the Pepsi Generation Starvation We are the Work! We are the Children These words became the slogan of the USA's effort to send aid to the starving nation of Ethiopia. Minions were raised by various organ- izations. including Iowa Cares. A group of 43 performers, ranging from Cyndi Louper to Dionne Warwick to Rick Sprlngsteln to Harry Belafonte, produced a hit single entitled. “We Are the World'', which told people we are the ones who make a brighter day. so let's start giving.” USA for Africa sold several milbon copies and helped to spread American optimism to the needy people of Ethiopia How many diamonds are there in a deck of cards? What is the most intelligent sub-human primate? Who was the actor that got stung in “The Sting''? If these questions sound familiar then you. like many other Americans, have been swept up in the latest craze — trivia. An important factor in the latest fad was the appearance of an innocent looking game caned Trivial Pursuit. Players are asked questions on subjects such as history, science, entertainment and literature. Trivial Pursuit has sold millions of copies making it one of the more popular games in history. Medical Breakthroughs Some key developments were made in the area of medicine during 1984 At the age of two weeks. Baby Foe became the recipient of a baboon heart The transplant kept her alive for twenty days, which is longer than any other human recipient of a heart transplant from another species Baby Fae's transplant was the center of much controversy on both medical and ethical issues. However, for nearly three weeks the young child was also the center of much love and hope She touched some part of all of us during her short life span Another major advancement in heart surgery included the develop- ment and implantation of the first artificial heart, the Jarvik 7. The artificial heart was first used two years ago for recipient Barney Clark. This year there have been two more implants: William Schroeder. who has experienced many complications since his operation in November, and recently Murray Hay don, who alth- ough it is early to tell for sure, has good prospects 5 Trading Places Over the past few years our school has had the privilege of hosting a number of exchange students. This year Yvonne Luttermann and Erik Boehio have traded in their German lives for a taste of the United Sates Pic 1. Yvonne Luttermann sits in the library with her adopted brother and sister Brett and Rana Scarlett. Pic 2. Erik Boehio and Yvonne Luttermann both were German foreign exchange students for the 1984-85 year Pic 3. Erik Boehio gives a pep talk for the last football game He had been a piacekicker for the Spartan team for the 1984 season I m Yvonne Luttermann. 17. a member of the junior class, is from Liibeck. West Germany. She lived with the John Scarlett family during her stay in Iowa. She participated in tennis, and was a cast member in the musical presentation of Fiddler on the Roof She was also In pep club Yvonne's favorite pastimes seem as American as she does She enjoys dancing, reading, running, playing sports, and bicycling She has a dog named Charlie that she enjoys playing with at home. Yvonne lives near the ocean and loves going to the beach duirng her summer vacation from school. She also enjoys being with her friends When asked about her favorite class she responded, English 10. I learned a lot. I like the teacher a lot. After she leaves the United States, she plans to go to high school two more years She says perhaps she would like to work at an airport with tourists or be a translator Yvonne commented. I only know that I wi come back one day. maybe in two years when l get out of school! Erik Boehio. 18. is from West Berlin, which is located in East Germany, but is actually a part of West Germany Erik stayed with Pastor and Mrs. Finn and also with Dr. and Mrs R F Coatney Erik was a member of the senior class He participated in football, tennis, and N.F.L. He was also on the student council Erik has proved to be quite an artist Several of his art works placed at the conference art fair Mr Jackson commented. Erik is very talented! He has good ideas, and he's looking toward a career m art Although we will miss Yvonne and Erik, they leave us with an experience of a lifetime and many, many memories We wish them the best of luck 6 Pic 1: The 1984 Homecoming royalty: Seniors Micki Harris. Todd Schollars. Carol Pottebaum. Alan Pierce. Janet Hagen. William Goodman. Junior Attendants Denise Behrends and Ranee Lund. Sophomore Attendants Wendi Lund and Jim Konz. Freshmen Attendants Laura Watson and Eric Ryan. Shaun Antisdel and Rena Zimmerman were selected by the student council for crown bearers of 1984 Pic 2: The wheelbarrow race got everyone rollin' for spirit week at the Anything Goes Contest held Sunday Pic 3: Janet Hagen and William Goodman reigned as the 1984 Queen and King Pic 4: The 1974 Queen Sheri Bessire Heath crowned Janet Hagen as the 1984 Queen 8 Pic 1: Tracy Gibson. Randy Pringnitz. Gail Brincks. Kellie Kroupa. Yvonne Lutterman. Carol Pottebaum. Mark Crane. Curt Becerra and Marcy Harmsen dance to the sound of Hair Trigger . Pic 2: The senior candidates nervously watch the approach of the other attendants before the ceremony Pic 3: A new event in the Anything Goes Contest was the water race event Five members of each class tried to see who could fi up a water tank in a specific amount of time. The race turned into a water fight during the faculty's turn. Pic 4 Ushers Carta Conrad and Jean Vokt escort Dr. R. F. Coatney to the stage to dedicate Homecoming 1984 to him for Ns personal and medical support of our teams Pic 5: The Powder Puff football game was held on Sunday after the al- most Anything Goes Contest and before the bonfire The game was called off due to unnecessary roughness 9 The Wild. Wild West” Homecoming festivities kicked off with the seniors winning the Anything Goes contest on Sunday. Cheer-n-Whistle day was held Monday. When a cheerleader blew a whis- tle. chants and cheer were heard throughout the halls. Tuesday some came straight out of bed to participate in Pajama Day and the senior boys held a pep rally to show off their breakdancing skills. Wednesday was wild west dress-up day. Jersey Day was held Thursday, and the junior boys also had a pep assembly. After Friday night's disappoint- ing defeat by Walnut. 14-8. everyone danced to Dynamic Sound.” Pic 1. Walnut's Gamblin' Coming To Anita” was the theme of the seniors winning float Pic 2. Attendants Denise Behrends. Wendi Lund, and Jim Konz talk with queen candidates Micki Harris and Carol Pottebaum before coronation Pic 3. Enjoying the Homecoming dance are Clark Wilson. Micki Harris. William Goodman. Paula Behrends. Joni Stork. Jenny Wessels, Eric Ryan, and Scott Glynn. 10 the Wild West props to get up to eye-level with Joe Shea at the homecoming dance. Pic 2. Tom Coatney and Wiiam Goodman mimic the cheerleaders to entertain the crowd at the senior boys' pep raly Pic 3. Alan Pierce. Auction- eer Jeff Grant. William Goodman. Todd Sc hollars. Jenny Wessels. and Paul Jorgensen sell the football jerseys and cheerleading sweaters to raise money for pep club and student coun- cil. For the first time a limit of $15 was put on the bidding. Pic 4. All classes show their enthusiasm in the last com- petition for the Homecoming spirit stick during the pep raly at the Bandsheil Park The AHS music department presented ‘Fiddler on the Roof which revolves around the character Tevye and his acceptance of changing times in 1906 Russia. The theme centered around long-standing traditions giving way to new ideas. One of the newest of these was the idea of love. After his daughters all broke away from tradition and married the men they loved. Tevye began to accept this and learned to appreciate it. Like him. most of us. too. find change difficult to accept. That was the magic of this musical — its message is timeless. The number in the cast hit an all time high with fifty people participating. The play was a lot of work, but well worth it, said Karyl Lund. The menu of the dinner theater was changed from spaghetti to an Iowa Chop, cooked by the Pork Producers A Touch cf Bread way Pic 4. Model and Perchik discuss their plans of marriage Pic 5. Tevye and Goida (Tracey Supiee) discover that after twenty-five years of marriage, they are in love Pic 6. Stephanie Lane. Shawna Burmeister. Jin Jessen (10). Cliff Carr. Yvonne Luttermann. Jenny Nichols. Karen Zonders. Tracy Gibson. Tammy Gibson, and Teresa Petersen discuss the town's latest gossip Pic 1. Scott Lund. Scott Barker. Terry Oathoudt. and Troy WaddeH learn the trick to putting on a beard before the play. Pic 2. Tzietel (Karyl Lund) tries to convince Motel (Russ Hal) to ask her father for her hand in marriage Pic 3. Model (Keri Poeppe) questions Perchik's (Troy Christensen) ability as a teacher as the family prepares their Sabbath meal The family as gath- ered Troy Christensen. Terry Oathoudt (behind). Russ Hal. Keri Poeppe. Jenny Wessels. Linda Blazek. JiM Jessen. and Tracey Supiee 12 Ptc 1. Russian army officers (Ron Wiiamson. Rusty Grubbs, and Dave Dressier) inform the Jews that they have three days to leave the town Jews Terry Oathoudt. Cliff Carr. Dan Parker. Randy Scarf. Paul Jorgensen, Scott Lund. Russ HaU. Matt Russell Pic 2. Fiddler on the Roof' cast. Row 1: Willie Williamson, Troy Christensen, Shaun Rydl, Dave Dressier, Rusty Grubbs. Troy Waddell. Ron Williamson. Scott Barker. Ann Turner. Irene Blazek. Jeremy Rydl. Russ Hall, Brett Scarlett. Dan Parker Row 2: Terry Oathoudt. Scott Lund. Paul Jorgensen. Randy Scarf. Linda Blazek. Rana Scarlett. Amy Watson. Jill Jessen (9). Jill Jackson. Shawna Burmeister. Teresa Petersen. Ji Jessen (10). Ten Steele, Tammy VanAernam, Janice Atff Row 3: Denise Behrends. Yvonne Luttermann, Keri Poeppe, Laura Watson. Karyl Lund. Stephanie Lane. Jenny Wessels. Gloria Havens. Jenny Nichols. Dana Win. Coco Mamin. Julie Waters. Tracy Gibson. Tammy Gibson, Karen Zanders. Janelle Brie hoc ek, Jacquie Thelen. Sherry Vais Pic 3. Fyedka (Troy Waddell) and Chava (Jenny Wessels} talks about their plans of marriage Pic 4. GoJda and matchmaker Yente (Jill Jackson) ctecuss where they will live after leaving their homes Pic 5. Grandma Tzietel (Irene Blazek) enacts Tevye's nightmare Pic 6. The cast discovers the fulfillment in putting on a good show Pic 7. Haunt Fruma Sarah (Ann Turner) warns Tevye of the dire consequences if Tzietel doesn't marry Motel. 13 Terms of The junky class chose Straight From the Heart for the theme of Prom '85. Red hearts and baHoons filled the commons as Prom goers arrived on April 20. Pic 1. At the head table Jody Skellenger. Carla Conrad. Carol Pot- tebaum, Jean Vokt. Denise Behrends. Kristi Lund. Jacquie Theien. and Ranee Lund wait patiently for prom servers to start serving. Pic 2. The promgoers dance surrounded by 3200 red and silver balloons Pic 3. What is wrong with this? says Jenny Wessels while enjoying the banquet Pic 4. Phyllis and Don Brichacek and Bev and Lynn Johnson admire the decorations Endearment Ptc 1. Prom servers entertain the juniors, seniors, and focuity at the banquet. Gary Duff and Wendi Lund were chosen head prom servers Others are Amber Leed. Tim Shinkle. Angie Pierce. Wylie Wahlert. Karla Murphy. Rusty ZeHmer, Paula Behrends, Jeff Eversoie. Missy Harmson. Jim Konz, Jill Jessen. and Robert Goodman Ptc 2. William Goodman. Jo Dee Suivan. Janice Alff. Robert Good- man. Joni Stork. Scott Kay. Kristi Lund, and Doug Murphy dance Behind them: Kerry Foga. Ranee Lund, Shaun Zimmer- line. and Tom Wittrock dance to the sound of Redd Tag Pic 3. Mike Ruggles and date. Tammy Gibson and date. Russ Hall, Teresa Petersen. Gary Duff, and Rana Scarlett slow down the tempo Fbshdance What a Feeling! Thor© wore four sock hops hold throughout the year after football and basketball games. The special dances were the Twirp Dance. Winter Ball, and Spring Spuit Week Dance at which time BANZAI played Tom Coatney was crowned as this year's Twirp King. The other candidates were Todd Schollars. Jeff Grant. Alan Pierce. William Good- man. Paul Jorgensen, and Randy Scarf. The Winter Ball was held January 18. It was sponsored by the Student Council. Jon Hansen was the D.J. The Spring Spirit Week Dance was March 28. BANZAI, a group of students at AHS who formed a band, entertained the crowd. The theme was Hawaiian Luau. Pic 1. Jim Konz. Jacquie Thelen. Scott Lund. Mike Jessen. Jeff Nelson. Terry Oathoudt. Denise Behrends. Gloria Havens. Tom Wittrock, and Troy Christensen Dance at the Winter Ball Pic 2. BANZAI: Jill Jackson. Russ HaM. Rusty Grubbs. Gary Duff, and Jason Erickson. Pic 3. Troy Christensen. Angie Russell. Jeff Grant. Dave Dressier, and Amber Leed enjoy DJ's music. Pic 4 Angie Russell. Denise Behrends. Rana Scarlett. Rusty Grubbs. Gary Duff. Troy Waddell. Troy Hepler. and Joni Stork swing at Winter Ball TAKE 3: Breaking Away Purple Rain Showers Spirit Pic. 1. Wrestling Cheerleaders: Angie Russell. Sheri Nelsen. Beckie Nelsen. Lori Neisen. Tammy VanAernam. Pic. 2. Tammy VanAernam and Paula Behrends do the football routine to The Warrior . Pic. 3. Football Cheerleaders Laura Watson. Paula Behrends. Jenny Wesseis. Tammy Van- Aernam. Karla Murphy, Jill Jessen Pic. 4. Basketball Cheer- leaders Karyl Lund. Rana Scar- lett. Angie Pierce, and Teri Steele Years of Experience Show Football Cheerleaders: Jenny Wes- seis (3). Tammy VanAernam (2), Paula Behrends (2). Amber Leed (2). Karla Murphpy (2), JW Jessen (1). Laura Watson (1). Wrestling Cheerleaders: Tammy VanAernam (3). Lori Nelsen (1). Angie Russel (3), Sheri Nelsen (1). Beckie Nelsen (1). Basketball Cheerleaders: Rana Scarlett (2). Teri Steele (2). Angie Pierce (2). Karyl Lund (1). 18 Ptc. 1. Wrestling Cheerleaders Lori Nelsen. Angie Russell. Tommy VonAernom. Sheri Nelsen. and Beckie Nelsen anxiously watch the action on the mat Pic. 2. Flag Corps Tina Clark. Deidra Christensen. Jean Vokt, Teresa Petersen. Micki Harris, and Carta Conrad Pic. 3. Pep Club Row 1 Sponsor Dale Jackson. Jill Jessen, Laura Watson. Julie Waters. Amy Watson. Shaun Rydl Row 2 Rusty Grubbs. Wendi Lund. Sheri Nelsen. Dana Win. Coco Marnin. Missy Harmsen. M Jackson Row 3 Sherry Vais. Kristi Lund. Denise Behrends. Darla Havens. JoBeth Williamson. Carta Conrod. Teresa Petersen. Troy Christensen. Terry Oathoudt. Cliff Car. Paula Behrends Row 4 Joni Stork. Paul Jorgensen, Jenny Wessels. Micki Haris. Carol Pottebaum. Ann Turner. Jacquie Thelen. Lori Nelsen, Angie Russell. Tammy VanAernam. Teri Steele, Amber Leed Row 5 Jean Vokt. Janet Hagen, Dave Dressier, Mike Ruggles. Angie Pierce. Rana Scarlett. Pic. 4. Basketball Cheerleaders Karyl Lund. Rana Scarlett. Angie Pierce, and Teri Steele lead the cheer ‘Go. Team at the C-M game Six Anita FFA members attended the national convention held in Kansas City in November where they served as members of the national courtesy corps. Seven members attended the State FFA convention April 18-20. For the first time the Anita State Bank sponsored radio broadcasts on KJAN from the national and state conventions and during National FFA Week The freshmen conduct of meetings team received a silver rating at the sub-district contest. Shaun Rydl received a gold in creed speaking at sub-district and a silver at districts. Chris Mailander advanced to state with home and farmstead improvement proficiency award where he received a silver rating. The Anita FFA chapter sponsored the district livestock judging contest in the conjunction with the local contest. They also supported the band shell project with a donation of time and money FFA — A Little Bit Country. Pic 1. This year's officers were Tom Wittrock — sentinel. Gal Brineks — reporter; Chris Mailander — president; Jeff Grant — vice president. Troy Christensen — secretary, and Terry Vais — treasurer Pic 2. FFA Homecoming float. Pic 3. Rob Hol- comb. the new FFA adviser, looks for a lost report Pic 4. Representative Wendell Peliett. Chris Mailander. Sena- tor Jack Hester, and Adviser Rob Holcomb attended the legislative luncheon sponsored by the Dept of Public instruction. They met Gov. Terry Branstad 20 nan Pic 1. Gail Brincks. Jeff Grant, Dennis Brincks. Shane Harrison. Cliff Carr. Terry Vais attended national convention. Pic 2. Students examined exhibits displayed at the 57th Annual FFA Convention in Des Moines. Pic 3. The Anita FFA chapter served approximately 425 people at the Chamber of Commerce sponsored Ag Day breakfast Pic 4. Anita FFA chapter Row 1: Tom Wittrock. Gail Brincks. Chris Mailander. Jeff Grant. Troy Christensen. Terry Vais Row 2: Donna Jensen, Gloria Havens. Beckie Nelsen, Mike Jessen, Rick Williamson, Dennis Brmcks. Shaun Rydl. Shane Harrison. Allen James Row 3: Ann Turner, Daniel Brincks. Paul Jorgensen. Ken Lovitt. Scott Lund. Dan Winther. Ranee Lund. Fletcher Nichols. Scott Glynn. Sherry Vais. Adviser Rob Holcomb I MM Mm.uuuit.uU. JUm 1 ANITA 21 Pic 1. Jan Band. Row 1: Ten Steel©. Amber Leed. Tracey Supiee. Jill Jackson. Missy Harmsen. Row 2: Jenny Wessels, Paula Behrends. Wendi Lund. Rusty Grubbs. Karla Murphy. Gary Duff. Jeff Nelsen. Donna Jensen. Keri Poeppe. Dave Dressier Not pictured Cliff Carr and Suzanne Dodson. Pic 2. The fifty member marching band performed many routines this year. Sixteen eighth graders helped to make up this large group — Brian Bartelson. Linda Blazek. Eric Christensen. Lesile Dorsey. Paula Emgarten. Laura Hansen. Roger Karns. Alan McAfee. Holly Nelsen. Dan Parker, Michelle Poeppe. Chris Reed. Matt Russell. Brad Scarf. Angela Shea. Lisa Watson, and Lisa Wilson. Pic 3. The pep band performed at 18 home basketball games Pic 4. The officers are Dave Dressier. Jenny Wessels. and Tracy Supiee. 22 The Sound Of Music Pic 1. The concert band voted on their top ten favorite pep tunes. They are 1. I've Got the Music In Me. 2. Magnum P.I.. 3. The Horse, 4 Oye Como Va. 5. 25 or 6 to 4. 6 Hawaii 5-0. 7. Strike Force. 8. Peter Gunn. 9 You've Said It All. 10. Give It One Band Members: Row 1: Jenny Wesseis. Paula Behrends. Sheri Neisen. Julie Waters. Karyl Lund. Rusty Zellmer, Beckie Neisen. Irene Biazek. Rana Scarlett, and Scott Barker Row 2: Missy Harmsen. ill Jackson. Tracey Supiee. Amber Leed. Teri Steele. Gail Brincks. Ji Jessen. and Keri Poeppe Row 3: Mike Christensen. Karla Murphy. Wylie Wahlert, Burt Wilson. Wendi Lund. Scott Lund. Jeff Neisen. and Dave Dressier Row 4: Jim Konz, Gary Duff. Laura Watson. Brian Smith. Rusty Grubbs. Amy Watson. Coco Mamin, and band director Miss Hansen. Not pictured: Cliff Carr. Suzanne Dodson, and Jason Erickson 23 The hard work and practice paid oft for the chorus and band this year. Both groups were awarded a superior rating at State Large Group Contest, ft was really satisfying to get a I and a good way to end the year. commented music director Laura Olsen Pic 1. The chorus performs during the Christmas concert Pic. 2. Chorus officers included Teresa Petersen. Kristy Mar desen. Tammy VanAernam. Jacquie Thelen. Pic. 3. Vocalists who attended solo ensemble contest were Donna Jensen. Tracey Supiee, Paul Jorgensen. Terry Oathoudt. Tammy Gibson. Jacquie Thelen. Keri Poeppe. Karyl Lund. Russ Han Pic. 4. Choir members included Row 1: Jacquie Thelen. Lori Neisen, Gloria Havens. Carla Conrad. Janice Afff. Irene Blazek. Dana Will. Julie Waters. Shawna Burmeister. Jill Jackson (ac- companist). Darla Havens. Stephanie Lane. Jill Jessen Row 2: Karen Zanders. Teresa Petersen. Rana Scarlett. Tracey Supiee. Angie Russell. Tammy VanAernam. CoCo Marnm, Amy Watson. Ken Poeppe. Laura Watson. Jill Jessen. Donna Jensen. Tammy Shoemaker Row 3: Trocy Gibson. Yvonne Luttermann. Lori Lank. Jody Skellenger. Tammy Gibson. Deanna Andrews. Joanne Grant. Kristy Mardesen. Janelle Brichacek. Karyl Lund. JoBeth Wil- liamson Row 4 Cliff Carr. Ron Williamson. Brian Lank. Terry Oath- oudt. Paul Jorgensen. Russ Hall. Scott Lund. Gary Duff, Mike Chris- tensen. Scott Barker Row 5: Jeff Eversole. Randy Scarf. Robert Goodman, Randy Tawzer. Andy Petersen. Laura Olsen, director 24 Also doing well at contest were those who attended solo ensembie contest Six superior ratings were recorded by vocal members with three solos, two duets, and a sextet Three solos and two duets received I. Pic. 1. The Swing Choir performs Jingle Bell Rock at the Christmas Concert Pic. 2. Show Choir consists of Shawna Burmeister. Jrfl Jessen. Janice Alff. Beckie Nelsen. Darla Havens. Yvonne Luttermann. Teresa Peter- sen. Gloria Havens. Rana Scarlett Pic. 3. Soloists who received I ratings at State Contest werre Ken Poepp£. Tracey Suplee, Suzanne Dodson. Pic. 4 The Swing Choir also attended State Contest and recorded a II. Members include Burt Wilson. Jill Jessen. Tammy Gibson. Cliff Carr. Tracey Suplee. Troy Christensen. Jacquie Thelen. Terry Oathoudt, Tammy VanAemam. Scott Lund. Karyi Lund. Russ Hall. Laura Watson. Jill Jackson (occompanist). Paul Jorgensen. Keri Poeppe 25 The Right Stuff Speakers once again dominated the Rolling Hills Conference to bring home the Sweet Sixteenth confer- ence title. Conference is often thought of as a good preparation for the district contest held in March. It is obvious that this was the case this year as 44 speakers qualified for state level competition by earning Division 1 ratings at the district level. Thirty-four of these participants went on to receive 1 ratings at the state contest Out of these speakers, seven were given outstanding honors and ad- vanced to All-State Pic. 1: Active senior members are: Row 1: Todd Schollars. Alan Pierce. Jeff Grant. Erik Boehlo Row 2: Tom Coatney. Karen Zanders. Tracy Gib- son. Tammy Gibson Pic. 2: The junior class was well represented by Row 1: Chris Mailander. David Dressier. Scott Lund. Terry Vais. Jeff Nelsen. Troy Christen- sen, Terry Oathoudt. Troy Waddell. Row 2: Jenny Wessels. Angie Russell. Jacquie Thelen. Lori Nelsen. Teresa Petersen. Janelle Brichacek. Denise Behrends Not pictured: Sherry Vais. Pic. 3: David Dressier enjoys the finer side of those overnght tournaments as he relaxes In his motel room. Pic. 4. Mr Burke displays the plaque given to the N.F.L. for winning the Leading Chapter Award. This is given to the chapter with the most degrees 26 World According to the Speakers Pic. 1. Freshmen Speech Students. Row 1: Irene Blazek. Dana Will Row 2: Beckie Nelsen. Sheri Nelsen. Mike Williamson. Darla Havens. Shaun Rydl. Jason Erickson. Row 3: Julie Waters. Laura Watson, Shane Harrison, and Scott Glynn represented the freshman class in speech Pic. 2. These students won honors at the Bull Creek Classic tournament Row 1: Keri Poeppe. Darla Havens. Alan Pierce. Paula Behrends Row 2: Scott Glynn. Shaun Rydl. Pic. 3. Kirk Brocker was the guest speaker at the annual N.F.L Banquet. Pic. 4. Sophomores speech students: Row 1: Keri Poeppe. Paula Behrends. Karla Wedemeyer. Amber Leed. Tracey Suplee, Angie Pierce Row 2: J Jackson. Teri Steele. Jim Konz, Karyl Lund. Rusty ZeHmer. Rana Scarlett. 27 Top Secret Mr Burk© and his debaters had a transition year Four-person debate recently dominated the field but there has been a shift towards champ, or switch side, debating Because of the chang- ing topics and vast areas of discussion. Lincoln-Douglas debate is continuously drawing more participants. Rana Scarlett exceled in L-D. piocing 4th at state Pic. 1. The freshman four-person team Darla Havens. Scott Glynn. Shaun Rydl. and Dana Will. Pic. 2. Lincoln-Douglas debaters use periodicals to research topics Seated Karyl Lund. Alan Pierce. Todd Sc hollars Standing: Rusty Zellmer. Rana Scarlett. Tracey Suplee. Russ Hall. Sherry Vais. Pic. 3. Mr John Burke gives Denise Behrends some last minute cham- pionship debating tips before her first round at the Spencer tour- nament. Pic. 4. Jimmy Konz. Rusty Zellmer. Denise Behrends. Keri Poeppe. Sherry Vais, and Paula Behrends tied this year's varsity debate team. 28 A Cut Above All The Rest Daily practice sessions with speech coaches and long hours In the evening become familiar to NFL members during the winter months As Mr Burke would say. It's all a part of the long road to All-State Students often complain about the repetition of the same 8-minute speech, but nothing could replace the feeling of satisfaction he or she has when an outstanding rating is awarded It's then that the hard work pays off Seven students represented AHS at the All-State Festival which was held at the University of Northern Iowa this April Each of the four classes was represented The extra effort was especially rewarding for this minority group Pic. 1. Those students receiving outstanding ratings are Todd sc hollars in Book Review. Chris MaiJander for Poetry. Denise Behrends in Original Oratory. Laura Watson for her Literary Program. Troy Christensen n Expository Address. Keri Poeppe for her work in Extemporaneous Speaking and in Expository Address, and Jenny Wesseis in Book Review Pic. 2. Jenny Wessels and Troy Christensen rehearse a scene from their duet acting selection Pic. 3. Mr John Burke receives a special award for the longest practical joke from the NFL members Pic. 4. The annual NFL banquet is held each May to honor various achievements. Angie Russell. Denise Behrends. and Lori Nelsen remember moments from the past year during the banquet 29 The Spy Editor - Todd Scholar News - Dense Behrends Acttvttles - Jenny wesse features - Sherry Vais GW sports - jonl StorV Boys' sports - Chrts Malander Cartoonist - Kristi Lund Layout - Denae Behrends. Sherry Vais Junior rtgh . Jocque Theien CoK nnlsts - Ken Poeppe. Aian Pierce Anita High School Victory Par Road Anita, Iowa 50020 This year THE SPY expanded its editorial staff adding a number of positions. Three members of the staff were recognized by the Iowa High School Press Association. Pic 1. Kristi Lund puts her fingers to work. Kristi's cartoon took first place honors at the contest Pic 2. THE SPY STAFF Row 1: Chris Mailander. Jacquie Theien. Todd SchoHars. Denise Behrends. Sherry Vais. Jenny Wessels. Row 2: Kristi Lund. Troy Christensen. Ann Turner. Alan Pierce. Joni Stork. Alan Pierce received third place in column writing. Honorable mention in layout and design went to Denise Behrends Pic 3. This year's directed writing class started a school newsletter Taking on the task were Karyl Lund. Amber Leed. sponsor Ruthe Brocker. Paula Behrends. Rana Scarlett, and Keri Poeppe 30 Rave Reviews and Sneak Previews The Spartan staff chose “Let's Go to the Movies'' as the theme for this year's yearbook The staff held a number of work rights to make the dreaded dead- lines Pic 1. One night included a taco party Angie Russell. Kristi Lund. Wendi Lund and Sherry Vais get down to work after filling up. Pic 2. Jenny Wessels. Keri Poeppe and Suzanne Dodson work on final deadline Pic 3. SPARTAN STAFF: Row 1. Jenny Wessels, Sherry Vais Row 2. Kristi Lund. Juke Waters. Cliff Carr. JoSeth Williamson. Daria Havens. Beckie Nelsen. Joanne Grant. Sheri Nelsen. Missy Harmsen. Jill Jessen. Keri Poeppe. Wendi Lund. Jill Jackson. Amber Leed. Karyl Lund. Dana Will Row 3. Teresa Petersen. Tammy VanAernam. Arm Turner. Robert Goodman. Ten Steele, sponsor Cheryl McCaskey. Angie Russell. Lori Nelsen. Jacquie Thelen Pic 4. Mrs. McCaskey. Shen Nelsen and Beckie Nelsen make preparations to work on layouts Pic 5. Missy Harmsen. Wendi Lund. Darla Havens, and Shen Nelsen line up for the tacos at the first work night. 31 The Star Chamber 1984-85 Super Students 7th grade 10th grade , Debt� © Hal (2) Karla Murphy (2) Trevor Christensen Wyle Wahiert Rod Scarf Angle fierce Brent PoJsen M jackson Deidra Christensen David BokJt Jenny Hansen Tim Shnkle Sara MaHander Gloria Havens Devin Scholars 11th grade 8th grade Dense Behrends (2) Mthere Poeppe (2) Tammy VanAemam usa Watson Gary Tawzer Leske WHet Ann Turner Roger Kams Fletcher Mchott Brett Scarlett Yvonne Luttermam Eric Christensen Suzanne Dodson Broa Crozjer Janeie Brlchocek Exploratory French Class 12th grode 91h grade Erik Boehlo Jenn Nichols (2) Nyie Lund Ron WBamson Micki Harris Irene Btazek Sandy VanAemam Shane Harrison Randy Scarf Scott Barker Randy Prmgnltz Deanna Andrews Alan Pierce Brian Lank Quill and Scrol and National Honor Society inductees are all chosen from the top third of their class. Students can be nominated between the second semester of their sophomore year until the time they graduate These students excel in four areas scholarship, leadership, character and community service Pic. 1. Last year's QuA Scroll society members Todd Schollars and Alan Pierce help Chris Mailander put on his robe during the ceremony as Denise Behrends looks on Pic 2. New members of the National Honor Society are Denise Behrends. David Dressier. Chris Mailander, and Jenny Wessels Pic 3. New members of the Quill and Scroll are Denise Behrends. Chris Mailander. Joni Stork, and Jenny Wessels 32 The People's Choice Besides sponsoring the Homecoming festivities, this year the Student Council also helped to sponsor the band. Britt Small Festival. Pic. 1. Members of the Student Council Row 1: Jenny Boldt. Chris Peed. Julie Waters. Shaun Pydl Row 2: Dale Jackson — sponsor. Pick Wilbamson. Karla Wedemeyer. Yvonne Luttermann. Terry Vais. Lori Nelsen. Terry Oathoudt. Micki Harris. Vicki Vandebur — sponsor Row 3: Jeff Grant. Erik Boehlo. Paul Jorgensen. Alan Pierce. Todd SchoHars. Wiliam Goodman Pic. 2. The Student Council sponsored a new event in the ‘Almost Anything Goes' contest — the water relay Shown are Matt Pussell. Alan McAfee, and Lisa Wilson running for the junior high team Pic. 3. Student counci vice-president Alan Pierce and President Todd SchoHars take it easy after Homecoming 33 Judges rate it ”10 For the first time the Roiling Hills conference had a home economics fair, they combined with the annual industrial arts to be called the practical arts fair. Pic 1. Janet Hagen writes down the comments of the judges as they evaluate Carla Conrad's blouse which placed 2nd overall at the practical arts fair Micki Harris looks over some projects on display Pic 2. Five AHS art students placed at the conference art fair at C-M: Gary Tawzer in sculpture. Erik Boehlo with two drawings. Randy Scarf in sculpture. Kristi Lund with her hand-built pottery and Rick Williamson in the wood carving division Pic 3. Two of the judges evaluate a cedar chest Pic 4. Art fair participants. Row 1: Kristi Lund. Lori Nelsen. Teresa Petersen. Janelle Brichacek. Sheri Nelsen Row 2: Angie Russell. Erik Boehlo. Randy Scarf. Randy Pringnitz. Rick Williamson. Gary Tawzer. and Robert Templeman. Stormy Season for AHS ■Ml The baseball team played tough and raised their batting average over 100 points from the previous summer The All- Conference selections were Terry Hoskins — 1st team catcher. Mark Kopp —• 2nd team outfield. Brian Wedemeyer — 2nd team pitcher, and Russ Han — 3rd team infield. Coach Bob Jackson said. T was pleased with the all-conference selections as these boys deserved special recognition.'' The softball team saw the return of only 1 senior and 2 juniors. Senior Theresa Willet received all-conference honorable mention. Even though the season was disappointing, the girts still had good spirit Coach Patty Smith comment- ed. We are young and inexpe- rienced. but determined. The sac- rifices and efforts we made this summer improve our game and we look ahead now to the challenges of next season. 36 Pfc 1. Senior basebal players: Brian Wedemeyer. Mark Kopp. Darren Pash. David Konz, Lyle Schellenberg Pic 2. Darren Pash gets set to hit Tom Christensen home Pic 3. Janet Hagen and Theresa Willet are ready to field the ball. Pic 4. Can you see it yet. Russ? Darren Pash points to the southwest during a game which was delayed because of a tornado. 1 4 Pic 1. Softball team Row 1 Janet Hagen. Jean Vokt. Row 2: Paula Behrends. Jill Jackson. Jill Jessen (10th). Karla Wedemeyer Row 3 Coach Patty Smith. Jill Jessen (9th). Amy Watson, Beckie Nelsen. Stephanie Lone Pic 2. Brian Wedemeyer pitches his last season while David Boidt, 2nd baseman, is ready for the ball Pic 3. Baseball Row 1 David Bolt. Russ Hall. Mike Ruggles. Shane Harrison Row 2 Brian Wedemeyer. Mark Kopp, Lyle Schelienberg. Darren Pash. David Konz. Coach Bob Jackson Not pictured William Goodman. Terry Hoskins. Tom Christensen. Doug Murphy. Pic 4. Jean Vokt pitches one of the first games of the season Pic 5. Jean Vokt warms up to bat while Janet Hagen waits for the batter's box. Spartanettes Pull Off “As Individuals, the statistics show that they aM made marked improvement.'' comments Coach Bin Foulkes as the Spartan- ette volleyball season came to a close. Jean Vokt ranks fifth in AHS all-time serves, and Janet Hagen ranks seventh. In service recep- tion Vokt ranks at the top of the 1st. Micki Harris. Janet Hagen, and Jenny Wessels are fifth, sixth, and seventh respectively Angie Rus- sell is sixth and Denise Behrends is eighth in spiking statistics. The girls finished fourth in the conference and fourth at the Anita Invitation- al. Pic 1. Denise Behrends bumps the ball to the setter. Pic 2. Jean Vokt concentrates on a bump against Exira Pic 3. Jean Vokt. Micki Harris, and Jenny Wessels await Angie Russell's set Pic 4. AHS Varsity Volleyball team: row 1: Asst Coach Patty Smith. Denise Beh- rends, Jenny Wessels. Wend Lund. Angie Russell, and head coach Bill Foulkes Row 2: Kristi Lund. Janet Hagen Row 3: Tammy Van Aer- nam. Jean Vokt. Micki Harris. Pic 5. Angie Russell prepares to nail the serve 38 Conference Surprises Pic 6. Freshmen Team. Row 1: Laura Watson. Beck� © Neisen. Amy Watson, CoCo Marnm. Jill Jessen. Sheri Neisen. Dana Will. Wendi Fulk. Row 2: Asst Coach Patty Smith. Joanne Grant. Janice Alff. Julie Waters. Stephan� © Lane. Darla Havens, and Coach Bill Foulkes Pic 1. JV. Volleyball team: Row 1: Karla Murphy. Missy Harm sen, Wendi Lund. Ji Jessen. Amber Leed. Paula Behrends. Lori Neisen Row 2: Asst Coacn Patty Smith. Jill Jackson. Trocey Suplee. Karyl Lund. Teri Steele, Angie Pierce. Head Coach Bill Foufces Pic 2 Tammy Van Aernam and Denise Behrends hustle around for some close calls Pic 3. Sportanettes show their talent with a great block by Micki Harris and Jenny Wessels Pic 4. M� cki Harris earned All-Conference Honorable Mention Jean Vokt made 2nd team All-Conference and Honor- able Mention all-State Pic 5. Denise Behrends and Janet Hagen express their team spirit. i 39 All the Right Moves The Spartan football team ended the season with a 5-4 record. The 26 participants stressed enthusiasm and teamwork. Borrowing European talent, German foreign student Erik Boehlo was a standout when he kicked the winning field goal against Vilksca m overtime Pic 1. Coaches Jim Willet and Rex Mehrhoff Pic 2. Captains of the footbaH team: Chris Mailander. Alan Pierce. Todd Sc hollars, and Dave Dressier. ALL-CONFERENCE SELECTIONS First Team Offense: Alan Pierce — Tackle Dave Dressier — Guard Chris Mailander — Halfback Chris Mailander — Honorary Captain First Team Defense Ranee Lund — End Alan Pierce — Tackle Chris Mailander — Linebacker Second Team Offense: Dan Winther — End Rusty Grubbs — Center Second Team Defense: Tom Coatney — Noseguard Dave Dressier — Linebacker Honorable Mention: Terry Vais — Defensive Back Pic 3. Football team. Row 1: Shane Harrison, Jeremy Rydl. Brian Lank, Eric Ryan, Daniel Brincks. Cliff Carr. Shaun Rydl. Brian Smith. Rick Williamson. Mike Jessen, Dave Boldt, Mike Wiiamson. Leslie Willet. Scott Glynn Row 2: Terry Vais. Dave Dressier. Rusty Grubbs. Troy Waddell. Chris Mailander. Russ Han. William Goodman. Ranee Lund, Jeff Nelsen. Dennis Brincks Row 3: Coach Jim Willet. Philip Larson. Troy Christensen. Scott Lund. Danny Winther. Eric Buehlo. Todd SchoOars. Alan Pierce. Tom Coatney. Fletcher Nichols, and Coach Rex Mehrhoff 40 At the end of the season. Drake University's coach Chuck Shelton was the guest speaker at a Gridiron Club banquet. The outstanding members voted on by other teammates were named. Dan Winther and Chris Mailander were named outstanding offensive players Defensive honors went to Ranee Lund and Dave Dressier Alan Pierce and Troy Chris- tensen were named outstanding team players Most improved players were Dave Boidt and Rick Wiiomson. Pic 1. The captains of the Anita football team — Chris Mailander, Dave Dressier. Todd Sc hollars, and Alan Pierce — give the pep talk at the Homecoming pep rally Pic 2. The new assistant coach. Rex Mehrhoff. shows Spartans a few new techniques Pic 3. The Spartan offense gains yards against the Bombers at A-C Pic 4. David Boidt hands off to Chris Mailander as the offense tries to gam some yards I I Anita BasebaH Scoreboard Opponent Anita 8 0 SoftbaH Scoreboard Exira Coon Rapids Opponent 18 12 1 Exira 2 7 Bridgewater-Fontaneile 21 7 Bridgewater-Fontaneile 5 3 Stuart-Menlo 22 8 Stuart-Menlo 29 2 Walnut 20 0 Walnut 4 0 Elk Horn-Kimballton 21 4 Elk Horn-Kimballton 11 1 Orient-Macksburg 11 9 Orient-Mack sburg 3 3 Exira 24 0 Exira 11 0 Adair-Casey 13 13 Bndgewater-Fontanelle 2 2 Bridgewater-Fontaneile 12 11 Elk Horn-Kimbalton 12 2 Walnut 13 6 Walnut 4 1 Orient-Macksburg 19 18 Orient-Macksburg 3 0 Elk Horn-Kimballton 12 3 C umberland - Massena 13 14 Lenox 6 6 Cumberiand-Massena 19 0 Cumberiand-Massena 15 10 Coming 11 1 Cumberiand-Massena 13 4 Eariham 6 1 Eariham 13 2 Avoca (Sectionals) 16 0 Coon Raprds (Sectionals) 12 Anita 8 Football Scoreboard Adair-Casey Opponent 20 20 Exira 6 26 Bndgewater-Fontanelle 0 8 Walnut 14 42 Orient-Macksburg 0 21 Elk Horn-Kimballton 6 0 Cumberiand-Massena 28 27 Viisca (Over Time) 26 14 Stuart-Menlo 34 5 Exira 4 Varsity Volleyball 1 Bridgewater-Fontanele 3 1 Exira 3 1 Bndgewater-Fontanette 3 0 Adair-Casey 3 1 Walnut 3 2 Cumberiand-Massena 3 0 Guthrie Center 3 Anita Tournament 3-6 0 Audubon 3 0 Elkhorn-Kimbalton 3 Corning Tournament 2-6 Conference Tournament 2 Exira 0 0 Walnut 2 0 Elk horn-KimbaMton 2 1 Cumberiand-Massena 2 2 Adair Casey 3 1 Sectionals — B-F freshmen 2-5-3 Junior Varsity 4-6 3 55 Boys' Basketbal Scoreboard Eariham 68 22 Oakland 66 41 Coon Rapids 61 66 Exira 63 64 Prescott 46 44 Bridgewater-Fontaneile 49 58 Walnut 60 64 Orient -Mack sburg 32 58 Ekhorn-Kimbalton 56 48 Cumberiand-Massena 50 80 Stuart-Menlo 72 72 Exira 62 65 Bridgewater-Fontaneile 56 50 Walnut 71 51 Orient-Mock sburg 33 65 Ekhom-Kimballton 66 42 Cumberiand-Massena 53 52 Adair-Casey 53 55 DISTRICTS Shetby-Tenant 53 44 Oakland 58 0 Girts Denison Tennis 9 9 Corning 3-1 6 A udubon 1 12 Atlantic JV 3 4 Audubon 3 Anita 21 Wrestling Scoreboard Lenox Opponent 30 18 Dexfield 48 21 Cumberland-Massena 33 33 Bridgewater-Fontanelle 12 35 Earlham 36 21 Panora-Linden 27 18 Coon Rapids 30 18 Corning 45 36 Orient-Macksburg 15 34 Orient-Mack sburg 11 39 Bridgewater-Fontanette 12 31 Cumberland-Massena 33 17 Stuart-Menlo 30 20 Elk Horn-Kmballton 35 40 Exira 3 47 Girts' Basketball Scoreboard YJB 79 40 East Greene 55 22 Earlham 55 39 Oakland 56 49 Coon Rapids 69 57 Exira 71 55 Prescott 40 29 Bridgewater-Fontanelle 57 51 Walnut 92 37 Orient-Macksburg 86 64 Ekhorn-Kimballton 98 47 Cumberland-Massena 66 40 Stuart-Menlo 54 47 Exira 70 30 Bridgewater-Fontanelle 49 31 Walnut 63 50 Orient-Macksburg 82 41 Ekhorn-Kimbalton 98 58 Cumberland-Massena 73 41 SECTIONALS Griswold 68 ■ ■L. Boys' Track Scoreboard . Bluejay Relays 3rd V V Relays 3rd Dane Relays 6th Rolling His Conference 3rd Tiger Relays 6th Spartan Relays Canceled A-C Relays Canceled Tri-Center F-S Meet 8th District Track 5th State Track 28th 800 m. — Todd Scholars — 2nd 3200 m. — Mike Ruggles — - 7th 200 400 m. — Todd Sc hollars ran prelims School records Todd Sc hollars - 800 m. - 1.59.89 ('85) Mike Ruggles - 3200 m. - 10.13.84 ('84) - Golf Scoreboard Girls Boys Anita-Opponent Anita-Opponent 290 - 229 Oakland 214 - 157 214 - 185 Corning 279 - 209 244 - 263 Guthrie Center 137 - 202 296 - 243 Audubon 240 - 162 131 - 174 Adair-Casey 221 - 220 254 - 238 Panora-Linden 254 - 182 246 - 253 Griswold 240 - 206 241 - 274 Adair-Casey 250 - 218 Stuart-Menlo 250 - 192 111 m 1111 m n -t- -tt- + TRW - Girts' Track Scoreboard Greenfield Invitational 11 pts 11th place Sportanette Relays 25 pts 9th place Lady Card Relays (Earlham) 42 pts 5th place Red Ratderette Relays (Corning) 24 pts 81 h place Jayette Relays (Viisca) V 8i V Relays (Exira) 22 pts 6th place 44 pts 5th place P-L Relays 18 pts 10th place Conference Track 64 pts 3rd place District Track State Track Mteki Harris — 400 m. dash 22 pts 9th place 11 M 1 Page 44. Pic 1. Jenny Wesseis takes a jump shot ogaisnt a CM guard while Amy Watson looks on. Pic 2. The girls' varsity team Row 1: Joni Stork. Janet Hagen. Jean Vokt. Micki Harris. Jenny Wesseis. Karla Murphy. Row 2: Coach Lynn Johnson. Donna Jensen. Paula Behrends. Joanne Grant. Amy Watson. Laura Watson. Amber Leed. Karla Wedemeyer. and Asst. Coach Patty Smith Pic 3. Guard Amber Leed brings the ball up court against a Griswold forward in sectional play. Pic 4. Sophomore guard Karla Wedemeyer pressures her SM forward, while Janet Hagen and Joni Stork watch the lane. Page 45. Pic 1. Going up high over a Elk Horn-Kimballton guard. Laura Watson takes a shot Pic 2. The Junior Varsity team: Row 1: Manager Jdl Jessen. Teresa Petersen. Dana Win. Julie Waters. Missy Harmsen. Coco Marnin. Gloria Havens, and Manager Ji Jackson Row 2: Coach Patty Smith. Karla Murphy. Laura Watson. Karla Wedemeyer. Tammy Shoemaker. Joanne Grant. Paula Behrends. Donna Jensen, and Jill Jessen Pic 3. Against a tight SM defense. Amy Watson releases a shot, as Laura Watson and Jenny Wesseis look on. Pic 4. Amy Watson. Micki Harris, and Jenny Wesseis all scramble for the rebound against the CM guards Pic 5. Amy Watson reaches high for a shot over a SM guard. Pic 6. Retiring after 30 years of keeping statistics and chaperoning the girls' basket- ball teams. Leona Stapleton was honored this year at the girls' last home game Coach Lynn Johnson. Seniors Todd SchoHars and Micki Harris present Leona Stapleton a plaque. A reception followed the game. 44 District Championship The Spartans earned their way to the district finals before losing to sub-state qualifier. Oakland After returning from a 4-13 record in the '83-84 season, the Spartans finished 6-6 in the conference and 8-12 overall Pic. 1. Todd Schollars. the only returning starter, takes a baseline jumper. Pic 2. First year player. Danny Winthers. shoots one of his 16.5 point season average Pic 3. Boys' Basketball team Row 1: Andy Petersen. Shane Harrison. Daniel Brincks. Jim Konz. Mike Williamson. Dennis Brincks. Burt Wilson. Gail Brincks. managers Jin Jessen and Jill Jackson Row 2: Brian Smith. Russ Hall. Tom Coatney. Jeff Eversole. Todd Schollars. Dan Winthers. Ranee Lund. David Boldt. Jeff Grant. Paul Jorgensen. Willie Goodman. Coach Dave Boldt 46 At Their Fingertips “This was a very enjoyable group to work with, and they were always very coachable ' commented Coach Dave Boldt The unselfish offense and team defense gave Anita what it took to win on several occasions, showing an improved record. Pic 1. David Boldt scrambles for possession of the ball Pic 2. Senior Tom Coatney takes a jumper against the CM defense Pic 3. Four players represented Anita on Al-Conference teams Ranee Lund-3rd team. Danny Winthers-lst team. Jean Vokt-honorable mention, and Todd Scholars-2nd team Pic. 4. Danny Winthers tips the ball for on Anita advantage Pic. 5. Spartan offense looks to gain the lead Pic. 6. J. V. Hoopsters defend CM opposition. AHS Vision Quest The Anita wrestlers finished third in the Rolling Hills Conference Anita was well represented with three wrestlers finishing first — Alan Pierce. Chris Mailander. and Rick Williamson; two wrestlers finished second — Troy Christensen, and Randy Scarf, and four wrestlers finished third — David Dressier. Troy Waddell. Mike Ruggles and Shaun Rydl. Three Anita wrestlers advanced from sectionals to districts — Chris Mailander. Randy Scarf, and Rick Williamson. At district competition Rick Williamson finished second, which advanced him to state competition. Randy Scarf and Chris Mailander both finished third. As a sophomore Rick Williamson compet- ed at 119 at the state wrestling tournament in Des Moines He was eliminated in the first round by a Dallas Center-Grimes wrestler Pic 1. Wrestling Squad. Row 1: Cliff Carr. Randy Scarf. Tim Shinkle. Row 2: Coach Jim Willet. Alan Pierce. Scott Glynn. Troy Christensen. Jeff Nel- sen, Chris Mailander. Scott Lund. Shaun Rydl. Janelle Brichacek — manager, assistant Coach Rex Mehr- hoff. Row 3: David Dressier. Mike Ruggles. Rick Williamson Not pic- tured: Troy Waddell and Karen Zanders — man- ager Pic 2. Mike Ruggles. a senior wrestler at 126, is ready to take his man down Ptc 3. Alan Pierce, a senior heavyweight wrestler, puts the move on his C-M opponent Pic 4. Senior wrestler Randy Scarf, at 138. struggles to keep an East Union wres- tler down. Pfc 5. David Dressier, a junior wrestler at 155, holds on to his opponent to stay on top. J A. mm Ptc 1. Pick WWomson. sophomore wrestler at 119. works to keep control at the state wrestling tournament Pic 2. Pick shakes off Ns nervousness before Ns match at state Pic 3. Pick prepares for the first round of wrestlr g at the state tournament Pic 4. Junior wrestler at 185. Chris MaHander. works to turn over Ns opponent at the conference tournament Pic 5. Alan Pierce works for a pin at the conference tournament Pic 6. Randy Scarf works to roll over Ns opponent at the district tournament 49 Stroker Ace Pic. 1. Girls' Tennis. Row 1: Wendi Lund. Missy Harmsen, Jocquie Thelen. Tammy VanAernam. Denis© Behrends. Angie Russel. Row 2: Yvonne Luttermann. CoCo Marnin. Karla Murphy. Coach Foulkes. Tracey Supiee, Janelle Bnchacek. Irene Blazek. Teresa Petersen Pic. 2. Karla Murphy concentrates on return- ing the serve Pic. 3. Tammy VanAernam attempts an ace serve Pic. 4. Erik Boehio earned first seat honors. Pic. 5. Rusty Grubbs is ready to serve a good hard bal over the net. The season was the best one yet, commented Coach Bill Foulkes The girls' record was 8-1. they were only defeated by Denison in the first match of the season In sectionals Denise Beh- rends placed 4th out of the girls. Wendi Lund. Missy Harmsen. and Angie Russell played 3 sets before losing. The performance of the girls are not classed but is very commendable The record for the boys is 5-4. ‘’They lost to teams that were bigger than us Out of both teams, only two seniors will be gone. The team should be as strong next year ' said Coach Foulkes Pic. 1. Troy Waddell is looking over Coach Foulkes' shoulder to check out the scores of the team Pic. 2. The Anita team catch the rays during a meet Pic. 3. Angie Russell watches the ball all the way in Pic. 4. Denise Behrends delivers a good serve to her opponent Pic 5. Boys' Tennis. Row 1: Rusty Grubbs. Terry Vais. Russ Hall. Erik Boehlo. WiMie Good- man. Troy Waddell Caddyshack � This year's golf team was a young one as there were only 4 returning golfers and 7 first timers Pic. 1. Jeff Grant puts in some time on the putting green before practice Pic. 2. Ji Jackson takes a practice swing. Pic. 3. Freshman golfers included Janice Altf. Dana Will. Julie Waters. Darla Havens. Pic. 4. The varsity team was made up of JiH Jackson. Paula Behrends. Karyl Lund. Keri Poeppe. Janice Alff (9th). 52 Pfc. 1. Seniors involved in golf were Jeff Grant and Tom Coatney Pic. 2. Jeff Grant, Rusty ZeMmer. Tom Coatney. Tim Shinkle (not present) were the varsity golfers on the boys' team Pic. 3. Varsity golfer Paula Behrends works on her foliow-through Pic. 4. Tom Coatney warms up before a meet 53 Pic. 3. The Spartan track team. Row 1: Shone Harrison. Chris Mailander. Mike Ruggies. Troy Christensen, David Bokjt Row 2: Shaun RydI. Coach Dave Boldt. Eric Ryan. Jason Erickson. Todd Scholars. Dennis Brinks, Burt Wilson, manager Angie Pierce. Not Pictured - Cuff Carr. Pic. 4. Burt Wilson hands oft to Todd Scholiars in the 4 x 800 m. relay at conference Pic. 5. Troy Christensen heaves the discus He has helped the Jr. High tracksters learn this technique. 54 AHS Chariots of Fire Coach Lynn Johnson commented that with only eight girls out that they achieved a lot. and finished a strong third at conference, which was the highlight of the year Micki Harris placed first in the 400 meter dash at districts, and earned the right to compete at state. Pic 1. Karla Wedemeyer sets up to pass the baton to Jenny Wessels in the 4 x 200 during the conference meet Pic 2. Mk:ki Harris pushes for the finish, and she qualified for state by winning the 400 meter dash at districts in Greenfield Ptc 3. The girls track team Laura Watson. Jom Stork. Amy Watson. Jenny Wessels. Karla Wedemeyer. Amber Leed. Jfl Jessen. on hood Micki Harris, and in the bus Coach Lynn Johnson Pic 4. Joni Stork hands over the race to Amy Watson during conference Pic. 5. During a little free time Micki Harris attends a sore foot Thrill Of Victory Pic 1. Cliff Carr demonstrates excellent form In the high hurdles Pic. 2. Jl Jessen tackles the low hurdles Pic. 3. Eric Ryan receives the hand-off from Shaun Rydl Pic. 4. Jason Erickson strives for length in the long jump Pic. 5. Dave BokJt hurls the discus. Pic. 6. Laura Watson is neck-and-neck with her opponent 56 Lords of Discipline Pic. 1. Shirley Konz and Naomi Hack well work in the office. Pic. 2. Mr John Burke reminisces about Dayton. Illinois, in history. Pic. 3. Mrs. Barb Licklider writes a congratulatory letter to a conference winner Pic. 4. Mr Don Brichacek talks to new elementary principal Mr. Dan Crozier Mr Brichacek has taken a job at Interstate 35 after 16 years in Anita. The Brichacek family moved to Anita in 1969 and all of his children have been or will be Anita graduates Some of the highlights of Brichacek's years here include the expansion of the curriculum from basic to more comprehensive studies, the continually high student scores on standardized tests, and the teamwork that went into passing the bond issue for the new Anita Junior-Senior High School. 58 Ml Years of Pic. 1. First year teachers Mr Mehrhoff and Mr Holcomb talk between classes. Pic. 2. Mr. Foulkes watches Ann Turner and other Algebra I students struggle with story problems Pic. 3. Mrs Brocker looks up from reading the a fT rirrin | if hook Pic. 4. Miss Hansen prepares for fifth and sixth grade band Pic. 5. Mr. Boldt looks over track schedules to find time for rained out meets 59 Risky Business Pic 1. Mrs. Mary Lee assisted Mrs Cec Vanderbur part-time with students in the resource room. Brad Scarf uses some of the new computer-assisted learning materials. Pic 2. Mrs. Cheryl McCaskey and Fred Fiddelke work on candids taken during group picture day Pic. 3. Mr Rex Mehrhoff checks the typewriter for Shauna Christensen in 7th Typing. Todd Russell. Debbie Hall and Matt Williamson work on completing assignments Pic. 4. Mr Bob Jackson teoches chemistry, physics. IPS. practical math and 8th grade math. Bob Jackson — 11 years Dale Jackson — 4 years Beverly Johnson — 2 years Lynn Johnson — 9 years Cheryl McCaskey — 8 years Rex Mehrhoff — 1 year Laura Olsen — 5 years Cecelia Vanderbur — 14 years 60 Pic 1. Mrs Laura Olsen keeps her smile and gets the Pepsi 'spirit during the long hours of practice for the fall musical Pic. 2 The water relay race turned into a water fight during the faculty turn in the Almost Anything Goes contest Pic. 3. Mr Dale Jackson shows the ceramics class a film on techniques Pic. 4. Janitors Harold Cams and Barb Jessen are backed up by student janitors: Russ HaH. Scott Lund. Rex Luke, and Dan Winthers Not pictured: Mike Lee and Josephine Ballenseifer 61 Semi-Tough Max Turner — 8 years Jim WHIet — 9 years Vicki Vanderbur — 6 years Dennis Zimmerman — 18 years Pic. 1. Mr Dennis Zimmerman discusses the anatomy of the frog with his biology students. Pic. 2. Mr Max Turner helps Craig Havens in the Introduction to Computers class Pic. 3. Mrs. Dee Cams checks over her 7th hr study hall attendance list Dee has been AHS study hall monitor for 13 years. Next year due to declining enrollment, teachers will supervise study halls in the library or classrooms Pic. 4. Mr Jim Willet helps the 8th hr. P.E. students with gymnastics Enough Pic 1. Bus drivers Erwin Beschorner. Tom Shinkle. Koren Berger. Lorry Konz. and head driver Ivan Joens are kept busy with taking the students to and from school each day Not pictured Warren Christensen Pfc 2. Miss Van- derbur lectures her humanities class on architectural styles Pic. 3. Preparing 180 meals a day can prove to be a difficult task for Barb Jessen. Phyllis Brownsberger. and substitute Doris Dorsey Not pictured Betty Wahlert Pic. 4. Peggy Christensen and Virginia Eitts put the returned books back on the shelves 63 J.P PbO lcs . A e ft� . HOW ABOUT AN EDITORIAL SUPPORTING SCHOOL BOARD COMBAT PAY ? ANV AYDRE 1 TSv CITIZEN INPUT ,-----________ ON OUR BUDGET ■ proposal? SCHOOL BOARD 1985 brought much pressure to the school board. With the economy unstable, a committee of concerned citizens pushed for the school board to lower taxes However, the public did not want to cut any corners This left the board (pic 1) with many controversial decisions The school board members are pictured on the job Pic. 2. President Phyllis Nichols. Pic. 3. Neil Stork. Pic. 4. Dick Nelsen. Pic. 5. Helen Westphal. Pic. 6. Dr. Wessels The Verdict Smallest Class Ever Todd Russell. President Matt Williamson. Vice President Colleen Rathman. Devin Scholars. Treasurer Secretary Jennifer Boldt Deidra Chirstensen Shauna Christensen Trevor Christensen Cherry Hal Debra Hal Jennifer Hansen Jeremy Larsen Sara Matiander Corey Matthies Brent Paulsen Sondra Rathman Daren Ruggles Rodney Scarf James Stokley Pic. 1: The junior high float entitled Rope the Warriors” featured the Spartan players corralling the Warriors. Pictured are: Corey Matthies. Lee Bailey. Debbie Hall. Shauna Christensen. Sondra Rathman, Jenny Hansen. Lana Wedemeyer. Krista Oathoudt. Daren Ruggles. Brad Crozter. Richy Wheeler. Devin Scholars. Trevor Christensen (on horse back). 66 Pic 1. JH Volleyball. Row 1: Deidra Christensen. Debbie Hall. Sondra Rathman. Row 2: Colleen Rathman. Jenny Boldt. Sara Mailander. Shauna Christensen. Row 3: Coach BiH Foulkes. Chris Cameron. Lisa Watson. Lana Wedemeyer. Tamra Duff. Coach Patty Smith. On ladder. Michelle Poeppe. Krista Oathoudt. Leslie WiHet. Holly Neisen, Angela Shea. Laura Hansen. Pic 2 Football Cheerleaders. Row 1: Krista Oathoudt. Holy Neisen. Leslie Wiet. Lisa Watson. Michele Poeppe. Row 2: Tamra Duff. Sara Mailander Pic 3: JH Football purple pride ' Row 1: Chris Reed. Craig Havens. Jared Jessen. Jeremy RydL Brad Crozier. Brian Bartelson. Mike Wiiamson, Lee Bailey. Brad Scarf, Row 2: Fred Christensen. Roger Korns. Jeff Schoaf. Bi Ehrman. Clnt Carr, Craig Stork. Lesile Dorsey. Matt Russel. Dan Parker, Row 3; Matt Wiiamson. Daren Ruggles. Brent Paulsen, Corey Matthies. Larry Vais. Jeremy Larsen. Todd Russel. Trevor Christensen. Rod Scarf. Richy Wheeler Pic 4: Busy at work m Don Kams's garage. Coleen Rothman. Devin Scholars. Shauna Christensen. Debbie Hal. Jenny BokJt. and Sondra Rothman attach the rope and touch up the paint job on the jr. high Homecoming float Pic 5: Mr Bob Jackson drives the corraled warriors down Main Street 67 Next President. Bill Ehrrnon Year's Incoming Freshmen Vice President. Usa Watson Secretary. Leslie Wiliet Treasurer. Alan McAfee Lee Bailey Brian Bartelson Linda Blazek Chris Cameron Clint Carr Eric Christensen Tina Clark Brad Crozier Leslie Dorsey Tamra Duff Pic 15: JH Basketball, Row 1: Michelle Poeppe, Lisa Watson. Lisa Wilson. HoHy Nelsen. Lana Wedemeyer. Tamra Duff. Chris Cameron. Leslie Wiliet. Krista Oathoudt. Laura Hansen Row 2: Cherry Hall. Deidra Christen- sen. Sara Mailander. Jenny Boldt, Chris Pankonen. Sondra Rothman. Debtee Hal. Colleen Rothman. Asst Coach Patty Smith. Head Coach Bev John- son (not pictured) 68 Paula Emgarten Laura Hansen Craig Havens Jared Jessen Roger Korns Holy Nelsen Krista Oathoudt Brenda Ogden Dan Parker Michelle Poeppe Pic 1: JH Wrestling. Row 1: Rod Scarf. Daren Matthies. Chris Reed. Brad Crozier. Matt Russell. Ruggles. Todd Russell. Jeremy Rydl. Trevor Crag Stork. Bill Ehrman. Dan Parker. Clint Carr. Christensen. Mike Williamson. Craig Havens. Brad Scarf. Brian Bartelson. Coach Rex Mehrhoff Jared Jessen. Jeremy Larsen Row 2: Corey Pic 2: JH Basketball. Row 1: Jeremy Larsen. Larry Vais. Todd Russell. Matt WIHiamson. Devon Schollars. Brent Paulsen. Row 2: Lesile Dorsey. Brett Scarlett. Eric Christensen. Craig Havens. Chris Reed. Row 3: Coach Dan Daugherty. Brad Crozier. Lee Bailey. Matt Russell. Dan Parker. Roger Kams. Pic 3: Picking up the tempo midway through the day was the job of the band at one of the junior high pep rallies 69 The Music Man Pic 1. Jr High Chorus: Row 1: Lisa Wilson. Chris Cameron. Krista Oathout, Leslie Willet. Lisa Watson. Debbte HaH. Tamra Duff. Richy Wheeler. Lee Bailey. Corey Matt hies. Jeremy Ryd. Row 2: Laura Olsen. Instructor. Laura Hansen. Lana Wedemeyer. Jenny Boldt. Michelle Poeppe. HoHy Nelsen. Sara Maiiander. Todd Russell. Jared Jessen. Rod Scarf. Craig Havens. Devin Scholars Row 3: Cherry HaH. Deidra Christensen, Jenny Hansen. Linda Blazek. Matt Williamson. Daren Ruggies, CHnt Carr. Fred Christen- sen, Brett Scarlett, Chris Reed. Jeremy Larsen Row 4: Shauna Christensen. Brenda Ogden. Tina Clark. Paula Emgar- ten. Chris Pankonen, Matt RusseH. Dan Parker. Bill Ehrman, Jeff Schoaf. Lesile Dorsey. Roger Korns. Pic 2. Jr High Band: Row 1: Sara Maiiander, Michelle Poeppe. Linda Biazek. Deidra Christensen. Brad Scarf. Laura Hansen. Lisa Wilson. Daren Ruggies Row 2: Paula Emgar- ten. Shauna Christensen. Jenny Hansen. Lisa Watson. Holly Nelsen. Sondra Rathman. Brian Bartelson. Debbie Hal. Jenny Boldt. Colleen Rathman Row 3: Fred Christensen. Brad Crozler, Rod Scarf. Matt Wil- liamson. Jeremy Larsen, Chris Reed. Roger Korns. Lesile Dor- sey. Matt Russell Row 4: Marla Hansen, instructor; Corey Matt hies, Dan Parker. Todd RusseH. Krista Oathoudt. Leslie Wiet. Jared Jessen. Running Brave Page 70. Pic 3. Jr High contest I's: Row 1: Chris Reed. Holly Nelsen, Todd Russell. Debbie Hall. Sondra Rothman Row 2: Matt Russell. Roger Karns. Alan McAfee. Jenny Hansen Pic 4 Jr High Jazz Band Row 1: Holly Nelsen. Debbie Hall. Lisa Watson. Jenny Hansen Row 2: Sara Moilander, Michelle Poeppe. Dan Parker. Todd Russell. Matt Russell. Leslie Willet. Roger Karns. Chris Reed, Fred Christensen. Brad Crozier Page 71 Pic 1. Jr. High Wrestling Cheerleaders Top: Leslie Willet. Sara Mailander, Holly Nelsen. Sondra Rathman. Colleen Rathman. Debbie Hall Pic 2. Jr High Girls Track Row 1: Colleen Rathman. Jenny Boldt. Shauna Christensen. Sondra Rathman Row 2: Holly Nelsen. Sara Mailander. Chris Cameron. Lana Wedemeyer Row 3 Leslie Willet. Usa Watson. Chris Pankonen. Dedra Christensen. Tina Clark. Manager Pic 3. Jr High Boys Track Row 1:Devin Schollars. Rod Scarf. Clint Carr. Chris Reed. Todd Russell. Mike Williamson. Trevor Christensen. Jeremy Larsen. Lee Bailey. Brad Crozier Row 2: Brenda Ogden. Manager. Roger Karns. Jeff Schaaf. Jeremy Rycfi. Bill Ehrman, Fred Christensen. Jared Jessen. Brian Bartelson. Dan Parker. Craig Stork. Brad Scarf. Matt Russell 71 Pic 1. On the junky high field trip to the State 4-H Camp at Madrid. Craig Stork. Laura Hansen. Lisa Wilson and Chris Cameron attempt to put up a tent as Michelle Poeppe and Brian Bartelson direct them Pic 2. Alan McAfee plays the piano for baccalaureate Pic 3. Seventh Grade Speech Row 1: Sondra Rothman. Sara Mailander. Todd Russel. Row 2: Jenny Hansen. Debbie Hal. Colleen Rathman. Devin Scholars. Deidra Christensen Pic 4. Eighth Grade Speech: Row 1: Jeff Schaaf. Krista Oathoudt, Laura Hansen. Michelle Poeppe Row 2: Alan McAfee. Lana Wedemeyer. Lisa Wilson. Tamra Duff. Leslie Willet. Holly Nelsen. Brenda Ogden. Paula Emgarten Row 3: Roger Karns. Chris Reed. Craig Havens. Matt Russel. Jared Jessen. Dan Parker Mischief H 2 Pic 4. Team work is what it takes to get over the wall on the confidence course Brett Scarlett and Mike Wiiamson give Shauna Christensen a helping hand while Tina Clark. Jenny Hansen. Soodra Rathman. Colleen Rothman. Brad Scarf, and Lee Bailey urge them on Pic 5 Crossing the alligator pit on tire swings may look easy, but as Colleen Rathman. Jennifer Hansen and Brad Scarf show us. It can get a little sticky. Pic 1. In the junior high spelling bee. Devin Schollars. Chris Reed and Roger Karns made finals Laura Hansen and Deidra Christensen were alternates Pic 2. Brett Scarlett falls into the arms of his trustworthy friends on the confidence course on the field trip Pic 3. Junior high students Brad Crozier. Mike Williamson. Corey Matthies, Jeremy Rydl and Brett Scarlett work on fishing rods m outdoor club sponsored by Mrs Ucklider 73 Pic 1. Cathy Specht. Stephanie Lane. Sheri Nelsen. Mike Wrtbamson doodle on the chalkboard when they're given free time in general business. President - Shaun Rydl Vice-President - Amy Watson Secretary - Mike Williamson Treasurer - Ron Williamson Footloose And Fancy-free Pic 2. A new face at AHS this year was Mr Rex Mehrhoff. who taught 9th grade general business Eric Ryan gives his assignment a toss while Amy Watson. Deanna Andrews and Mr. Mehrhoff look on. Janice Atff Deanna Andrews Scott Barker Irene Blazek Daniel Brincks Dennis Brincks Cliff Carr Mike Christensen Wendi Fdk Scott Glynn 74 Joann© Grant Shan© Harrison Darla Hav©n$ Jill J©ss©n Stephan� © Lane Brian Lank Ken Lovitt Coco Marnin Beck© Nelsen Sheri Nelsen Jen Nichols Pic 1. Janice Alff (back- ground). Irene Blazek and Deanna Andrews finish up their workbooks in general business while Cliff Carr gives a smile to someone on the other side of the room. Eric Ryan Cathy Specht Robert Templeman Julie Waters Laura Watson Dana W NOT PCTURED- Jason Erickson Tammy Shoemaker Pic 2. One of the events at the Anything Goes Contest this year was a pyramid building contest The freshmen manage to stay up long enough for a picture before they tumble to the ground Row 1: Darnel Brincks. Mike Wilhamson. Shaun Ryd. Cliff Carr Row 2: Robert Temple- man. Laura Watson, Shane Harrison, Dennis Brincks Row 3: Stephanie Lane. Wendi Fulk, Sheri Nelsen. Row 4: Amy Watson. Irene Blazek. Top: Jill Jessen 75 Every Which Way But Loose Pic 1. The sophomores seem to have a knack for getting into mischief. The theft of the locker doors got the year off to a good start. Whodunit? Paula Behrends. President Amber Leed. Vice-President JHI Jackson. Treasurer Wendi Lund. Secretary Dave Bddt Shawna Burmeister Gary Duff Jeff Ever sole Robert Goodman Missy Harmsen Gloria Havens Donna Jensen JHI Jessen Jim Konz Phip Larson Karyl Lund Karla Murphy Andy Petersen 76 PIC 1. Pouka Behrends feels the need for a Httle security during Homecoming week pajama day Pic 2. Going to the top was the main goal of Rusty Zellmer In the pyramid building at the Homecoming Anything Goes Contest Pic 3. Sophomore sponsors Rob Holcomb and Dave Boldt. Angie Pierce Keri Poeppe Rana Scarlett Joe Shea Tim Shinkle Brian Smith Ten Steele Tracey Suplee Randy Tawzer Wylie Wahlert Karla Wedemeyer Rick Williamson Burt WHson Rusty Zellmer Not pictured: Allen James 77 Denis© Behrends Janele Bnchacek Gail Brincks Pic 1. After polishing up on spirit skills, the junior boys gave an all-school pep rally Pic 2. Lori Nelsen demonstrates what the Spartans intended to do at the Homecoming game — “Brand the Warriors. Pic. 3. The junior class pulls to a victory in the tug-o-war contest at the “Almost Anytning Goes contest Angie Russel Jom Stork Gary Tawzer Terry Vais Tammy VanAernam Troy Waddel 78 Troy Christensen Dave Dressier Scott Fu I • 4 m r ■ % St Rex Luke Kristi Lund Ranee Lund Chris Mailander Jett Nelsen Pic. 1. Tammy VanAernam. Lori Nelsen. Jacquie Theien. and Angie Russell work on the history semester test Pic. 2. Suzanne Dodson and Angie Russell enjoy the prom meal. Junior class sponsors Rex Mehrhoff and Bill Foulkes seem satisfied with the turnout Pic. 3. Danny Wmther. Troy Christensen, and Ranee Lund practice for the junior boys' pep rally during Homecoming week Terry Oathoudt Teresa Petersen Jacquie Theien Ann Turner Sherry Vais Jenny Wesseis Dan Winther Tom Wittrock 79 ■ ' '' Erik Boehio 'vWl ■ ‘ - Tom Coatney Caria Conrad Clin� Dorsey Tammy Gibson J Trocy Gibson W«iam Goodman T VtfWmELMB V ; _ f V J ' We f. William Goodman demonstrates his break-dancing abUties tor the student body during honnecoming week. Alan Pierce. Tom Coatney, and Todd Schollors wait their turns during the senior football players' pep rally Pic 2. Sandy My Favorite Year Jeff Grdhit Janet Hagen HUM Micki Harris Paul Jorgensen 2 Lori Lank Scott Larsen Nyle Lund 8C T'V.-4 . y Pic 1. Coda Conroa and Alan Weaemeyer prouckv carry the banner exp-essing the dass motto Pic. 2. Micki Hams. Carol Pottebocm, Tracy Gibson, and Janet Hagen O'epore the stage for graduation act vities. Rondy Pringnitz Mike Rugo s Randy Scarf Todd Scholars 82 Tragedy struck the newly graduated class of 85 on June 8th when Scott Larsen was killed In a onecar accident two mUes north of Anita. WhHe tn school he had enjoyed woodworking and had Just recently started to work for the Betts and Beer Construction Company of Adair Pic 1. The seniors watt for the count before their pyramid collapses This was one of the events that helped the seniors win the Almost Anything Goes” contest Pic. 2. Seniors Micki Harris. Mike Ruggies Randy Pringnitz. and Tracy. Gibson dance to the tunes at the Homecoming dance Introducing the New Alumni CLASS COLORS Navy blue and silver CLASS FLOWER Light blue rose tipped in dark blue CLASS MOTTO: If you can imagine it, you can achieve it. If you can dream it, you can become it.” CLASS SONG: Born to Be Wild CLASS SPONSOR John Burke Barb Licklider Pic 1. Tom Coatney extends his philosophy and advice to Todd Schollars and Alan Pierce Pic 2. Karen Zanders and Jody Skellenger make last minute preparations with other senior girls. Pic 3-5. The senior class chose three representatives to speak at the ceremony Pic 3. Todd Schollars. Pic 4 Micki Harris Pic 5, Alan Pierce Pic 6. Terry Oathoudt and Paul Jorgensen sing words of wisdom — Keep on Believing. CLASS OFFICERS: President • Jean Vokt Vice President - Carol Pottebaum Secretary - Carla Conrad Treasurer • Jody Skellenger STUDENT COUNCIL: Todd Schollars, President Alan Pierce, Vice President Micki Harris Paul Jorgensen William Goodman Jeff Grant 84 This year the seniors chose to have commencement activities on Sunday afternoon Baccalaureate was held on Wednesday ntght for the first time Pic. 1. Graduates wait for the signal to transfer tassels Pic. 2. Ranee Lund and Terry Vais leads the procession of graduates Pic. 3. The senior girts and boys wait for the last diploma to be awarded before being seated Pic. 4. Carol Pot- teboum and Willie Goodman march to their seats Pic. 5. Family and friends extend congratulations to the graduates Pic. 6. A few last smiles and tears before they are greeted by the audience Erik Boehlo - Football 4. Tennis 4; Student Council 4; Speech 4; NFL 4 Tom Coatney - Football 1.2,3.4 - All Conference 4. Boys' Basketball 1.2.3,4. Boys' Track 1.3; Golf 2.4. A-Club 1.2.3.4. Speech 1.2.3.4; NFL 1.2.3.4, Concert Band 1; Homecoming Attendant 3. Twirp King 4; Prom Server 2. Carla Conrad - Brooklyn IA. - 1. Brooklyn and Adair IA. - 2. Basketball Cheerleader 4. Pep Club 4. Student Council 1.2 - Sec. 1.2. FHA 1.2; Class Officer: Sec. 4. Yearbook 1.2.3; Chorus 4. Vocal Festival 4. Flag Corps 4. Homecoming Usher 4. Practical Arts Fair: 2nd Place Overall - 4 CUnt Dorsey Tammy Gibson - Volleyball 1; Librarian 1.2.3; Pep Club 1; OEA 4; FHA 1; Speech 1.2.3,4. NFL 1,2.3.4; Chorus 1.2.3.4; Swing Choir 4. Vocal Festival 1.2.3,4; National Choir Award 4. Musical 3,4. NFL State Contest 4. Vocal Contest Il's 4 Tracy Gibson - Volleyball 1. Librarian 1.2; Pep Club 1; OEA 4. FHA 1.2 — Sec 2; Speech 1.2,3.4. NFL 1.2.3.4; Chorus 1.2.3.4, Girls Show Choir 3. Vocal Festival 1.2.3,4 William Goodman - Pasco. Washington 1. Football 2.3,4. Boys' Basketball 2.4; Tennis 3,4; Baseball 2.3, A-Club 2.3.4; Student Council 1; Homecoming King 4. Twirp King Candidate 4. Super Student Award 2.3. Jeff Grant - Boys' Basketball 1.2.3,4. Golf 3.4. Student Council 4 - Treas 4. FFA 1.2.3.4; - V.P 4. Speech 1.4. NFL 1.4. Marching Band 1. Concert Band 1. Twirp King Candidate 4. Janet Hagen - Volleyball 1.2.3.4; Girls' Basketball 1,2.3.4; Girls' Track 1. Softball 1.2.3. Pep Club 1.2.3.4. A-Club 1.2.3.4; Student Council 2. OEA 4. FHA 1. Speech 1; NFL 1. Yearbook 1. Marching Band 1.2; Concert Band 1,2; Homecoming Attendant 2. Homecoming Queen 4. Head Prom Server 2. Mlckl Harris - Volleyball 1.2.3.4. - All Conference Honorable Mention 3.4 - All State Honorable Mention 3. Girls' Basketball 1.2,3.4; - Captain 4. Girls' Track 1.2.3.4. -State Qualifier 400 Meters 4. Softball 1.2.4; Football Cheerleader 1.2. Pep Club 1.2,3,4 - President 4. Student Council 3.4 Class Officer - President 1. V P. 2; Yearbook 1.2. Marching Band 1. Concert Band 1. Flag Corps 4. Homecoming Attendant 4. Queen Candidate 4. Prom Server 2. Lion's Club Outstanding Senior Girls Athlete. Paul Jorgensen - Boys' Basketball 1,2,3.4. A-Club 3; Pep Club 3.4. Student Council 1,4. FFA 1,2.3,4. Marching Band 1.2,3; Concert Band 1.2.3.4. Chorus 3,4. Swing Choir 3.4, Honor Band 2; Vocal Festival 3.4; Musical 3.4. Twirp King Candidate 4. Homecoming Usher 4. Prom Server 2. Lori Lank - Volleyball 1; Girls' Basketball 1; OEA 4. Chorus 2.3.4; Vocal Festival 2.3.4. Homecoming Attendant 1. Scott Larsen Nyle Lund - FFA 1.2.3.4; Kristy Mardesen - Golf 1; Basketball Cheerleader 2.3 - Captain 3. Pep Club 2.3; Class Officer V.P. 3; Yearbook 2.3. Chorus 1,2.3,4; - Officer 2.4; Vocal Festival 1.2.3.4, Prom Server 2. Youth Center Board 4. 86 Alan Pierce - Football 1,2,3,4; -Captain 4 - All Conference 2.3.4, Wrestling 1.2,3,4; - All Conference 2,4; Boys' Track 1,3; Student Council 1,4 — V.P 4. Speech 12,3,4; NFL 12.3,4. Spy Staff 3.4. Quill Scroll 3.4. Homecoming Attendant 1 King Candidate 4. Prom Server 2; Smithsonian research appointee 4. Carol Pottebaum - Volleyball 12. Girls' Track Manager 1 A-Club 2; Pep Club 12.3. Student Council 1; OEA 4; FHA 1. Class Officer V.P 4 - Sec 3 - Treas 2. Speech 1; NFL 1 Yearbook 13. Homecoming Attendant 3 - Queen Candidate 4. Prom server 2. Randy Prlngnltz Mike Ruddles Football 12. Cross Country 4. Wrestling 12.3.4. Boys' Track 12,3,4 - State Qulifier 3. School record 3200 meters 3, Conference record 3200 meters 3. A-Club 12.3.4, Pep Club 4. Marching Band 12; Concert Band 12.3; Jazz Band 2.3; Prom Server 2; Musical 3. Randy Scarf - Football 1.3; Wrestling 12.3,4 - Captain 4 - AH Conference 4. Student Council 3. FFA 12.3; Marching Band 12.3. Concert Band 1.2,3; Chorus 3.4. Swing Choir 3. Vocal Festival 3,4. Musical 3.4. Twirp King Candidate 4. Prom server 2. Todd Scholars - Football 2.3.4 - Captain 4. Boys' Basketball 12,3.4 - Captain 4 - AH Conference 4 - Free throw award 3. Boys' Track 12.3.4 - 5th at State m long jump 3. A-Club 12.3.4. Student Council 2.4 - Pres 4. FFA 1 - Star Greenhand Gold Award. Class Officer: Treas 13; Speech 12,3.4 - Outstanding at State 4. Debate 2.3.4. NFL 12.3.4 Pres 4. Spy Staff 2.3.4 - Editor 4. National Honor Society 3,4, Quill Scroll 3.4, Homecoming King Candidate 4. Twirp King Candidate 4. Prom Server 2. Jody Skellender - VoHeyball 1; Girls' Basketball 1 OEA 4. Class Officer: Sec. 1 Treas 4. Marching Band 1; Concert Band 1; Chorus 12,3,4; Vocal Festival 2.3.4 Sandy VanAemam - VoHeybaH Manager 2.3; Class Officer President 2,3; Marching Band 13. Concert Band 1; Prom Server 2. Jean Vokt - VoHeyball 12,3.4 - AH State Honorable Mention 3.4 - 2nd team All Conference 3.4. Girts' Basketball 12.3.4 - Defensive Captain 4 - AH Conference 4 - Honorable Menton AH Conference 4 - Adair All Tournament team. Girts' Track 12.3 - Shot Put Record. Softball 12.3.4; A-Club 2.3.4. Pep Club 4. OEA 4. Class Officer - Pres 4. Sec 2, Marching Band 1; Concert Band 1 Flag Corps 4. Homecoming Usher 4. Prom Server 2. Alan Wedemeyer - FFA 12.3.4 JoBetti Williamson - VoHeybaH 1,2; Basketball Cheerleader 12.3; Pep Club 12,3.4. Yearbook 1 2 4. Chorus 12.3.4. Vocal Festival 12.3. Karen Zanders - Volleyball 12. girts BasketbaH 1. Wrestling Manager 4. Tennis Manager 2. Librarian 1.2; Pep Club 1; OEA 4. FHA 12. Speech 12.3.4, NFL 12.3.4. Yearbook 2; Marching Band 1; Concert Band 1 Chorus 12,3.4. Band Festival 1; Vocal Festival 12.3.4. Show Choir 3. Super Student Award 2. 87 The 1985 school year was ‘Every Which Way But Loose It was ‘Risky Business to attend schoolboard meetings which often lasted until the wee hours of the morning Concerned taxpayers drew ‘‘First Blood in their attempts to cut taxes At times it was The Year of Living Dangerously and at times it was a “Wild Life leaving us “Breathless This year saw required semester tests in each class, many students were working the Night Shift to prepare The end of the test schedule left us longing for Vacation. The seventh graders felt they were on ‘‘The Cannonball Run but quickly got over the feeling that the high school was The Temple of Doom. Eighth graders eagerly await the Sudden Impact of being part of the high school Freshmen had Electric Dreams but tried to keep them Top Secret Many sophomores celebrated with Sixteen Candles but soon found out that Sweet Sixteen was not all it's cracked up to be The juniors' and seniors' “Saturday Night Fever was cured by meeting at Caseys and McDonalds At the end of the year the teachers were glad they were through Educating Rita and were actuaUv Staying Alive We've reached the finale of the show The year ogam brought dreaded deadlines and extra work A8 of the effort was greatly appreciated, without everyone lending a helping hand, “movie mania could not have been possible I hope you look forward to next year when coming attractions previews SPARTAN 1986 Jenny Wessels. Editor Keri Poeppe. Assistant Editor Teri Steele. Photography Editor Teresa Petersen. 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