Armstrong High School - Resume Yearbook (Armstrong, IL)

Text from Pages 1 - 96 of the 1981 volume:

1980-81 Resumi Armstrong Township High Armstrong, Illinois 61812 Time, time, time See what's become of me, While I looked around for my possibilities, I was so hard to please . . . Look around 4 Lyrics to Paul Simon's Hazy Shade of Winter used by permissic Hang on to your hopes, my friend, That's an easy thing to say But if your hopes should pass away, simply pretend That you can build them again. Look around! First row: T. Snyder, J. Chesnut, L. Cler, S. Buck, Second row: T. Berkley, V. Jar- vis, B. Marron. Third row: J. Stewart, M. O'Banion, A. Carley, M. Turner. Fourth row: C. Rogers, D. Ackerman, D. Smith, S. Pflugmacher, V. Pflugmacher, Mr. Stagen, L. Schluter. STUDENT This year's council busied itself with several assemblies, S.C. Week which included the popu- lar dress-up Career Day and oth- er events, and the annual Chica- 8 Cecelia thinks Debbie is being a pain in the neck while Delores surveys the situation and Sue demonstrates a nurse's occupational hazards—tired eyes and aching feet! COUNCIL go Convention. Officers were Beth Marron, Vonda Jarvis, Anna Carley, Mr. Stagen — Sponsor, Debbie Smith, and Denise Ackerman The hometown professionals?? The Homecoming Queen Skit—a Student Council as- sembly Learning to Do Doing to Learn Earning to Live Living to Serve ffa Motto FFA members: Mr. Hausman, S. Williams, A. Dewey, M Youmans, D. Foster. Second row: M Schluter, K. Williams, G. Frerichs—Parlia- mentarian, L. Schluter, J. Miles—Sentinel, J. Mullins, D. Smith—Secretary, R. Johnson. Third row: B. Loschen, J. Vermillion, B. Severs, D. Smith—President, B. Knight—Treasurer, J. Carely—Chaplain, D. Duitsman—Vice President, B. Stewart, S. Frerichs, D. Wilken. 10 The Armstrong F.F.A. Chapter, under the leader- ship of Chris Hausman, can again applaud its busy and successful year, having gone to contests and events at District, Sectional, and State levels. A few of the many events are shown here. Others include the Sadie Hawkins and Sweetheart Dances; Teacher Appreciation Day; Grain, Livestock, Horse and Poultry Judging; the Ag Mechanics Fair; and Trac- tor Day. Good show! A good shepherd?! Trying to get somebody's goat?! Birds of a feather . . . Hey-hey, look at that score! 11 Toward New Horizons New President Rhonda and her mother, Mrs. McElhoe | New members Treasurer Sandra and President Maureen FHA Officers were: Mrs. Frazier, Advisor; Maureen Fleming, President; Anna Carley, Vice-President; Vonda Pflugmacher, Secretary; Sandra Buck, Treasurer; Kathy Dearth, Historian; Lisa Pflugmacher, Recreation Chairperson. 12 Many busy, fun and educational events again highlighted the FHA year under the direction of Mrs. Frazier. The group's accomplishments in- cluded barbecue and pop sales at ballgames, a weiner roast and Christmas party, Sadie Hawkins and Sweetheart Dances, the annual banquets and rallies, a trip to Brookfield Zoo and this year's money-raising drive to help the Cancer Society. FHA members: Row 1—Lora D., Tina B., Vonda P., Kathy D., Maureen F„ Sandra B,, Lisa P„ Vonda Kris D., Cindy R. Row 2—Melanie T., Jeana T„ RaNae R„ Denise A., Merrilee J„ Jackie M„ Laurie F„ Debbie D., Liz S., Rhonda M., Sara P. Row 3—Lori C., Cindy F„ Mary C., Sandra E., Jenny C., Teri S., Becky C., Wendy P., Kelli H., Janet B., Jan S. 13 The Votec Crew Getting off the Votec bus after another afternoon of practical education are Chris Hoshauer and Kenny O'Banion. The most popular Votec areas are office careers, building trades, welding and auto work. Depending upon the career slots available, the vocational-technical training at the Tilton center is available to any junior or senior. Such training can be invaluable for those students who take full advantage of the Votec experience. VOTEC members are: Kenny O'Banion, Chris Hoshauer, Jackie McMasters; Bus driver, Frank Osterbur, Rick Stagen, Jeff Mullins, Rod- ney Olson, Maureen Fleming, Frosty Bartlow, Delores Buck, Tom Park, Marilyn O'Banion, Debbie Davis. Absent; Steve Frerichs, Jack Swan, Merrilee Johnson, and Herky Hayn. Advisor Miss Street, Secretary S. Woodard, Vice-President L. Sollars, Treasurer B. Cook, President C. Rogers. Spanish Club Spanish Club activities began with the Hallow- een party at which gifts were given to Dennis for his best costume as an old woman. The Christmas party fun was next. Everyone drew names and ex- changed gifts. The Second Annual Fantasy Island Masquerade was the Club's biggest event, with prizes going to Brad, Sue, and Beth. The masqueraders Row 1: M. Street, C. Rogers, S. Woodard, T. Carter, A. Dewey, D. Dautzenberg, J. Chesnut. Row 2: L. Cler, B. Jones, J. Buck, T. Teeslink, M. Camp, B. Cook. Row 3: R. Herndon, L. Sollars, W. Pruiett, L. Fourez, S. Pflugmacher, S. Anderson. Absent J. Tucker. 15 Student Helpers Student Librarians are: Kelli Hulse, Sue Woodward, Mike Shumate, Cindy Rogers, Librarian: Mrs. Miller. Office Helpers are: Debbie Smith, Lisa Pflugmacher, Denise Ackerman, Anna Carley, Sandra Buck, Jeana Tucker, Kathy Dearth. 16 NATIONAL HONOR SOCIETY Advisor Genny Roberts President J. Carley Vice-president P. Bohlen Treasurer D. Buck Secretary R. McElhoe SENIORS Denise Ackerman Paula Bohlen Cecelia Buck Deloris Buck David DeYoung Chris Hoshauer Vonda Jarvis Les Schluter Debbie Smith Melanie Turner JUNIORS Jim Carley Tina Carter Cindy Fleming Gary Frey miller Jerry Keen Lou Ann Koebel Rhonda McElhoe Jeana Tucker SOPHOMORES Sandra Buck Janet Burton David Goodhue Brad Jones Twila Park Vonda Pflugmacher Our Music! This year, under the enthusiastic direction of Melody Domanico, the chorus, jazz and concert band members demonstrated many new techniques and enjoyed them- selves while doing it! Members performed on many oc- casions: basketball games, fashion show, several out- standing concerts and contests. The concert band received a first, as did many individual members who played brilliantly in solo and group performances. Con- gratulations! CONCERT BAND included C. Hesterberg, J. Burton, T. Snyder, M. Turner, T. Carter, J. Schlueter, T. Teeslink, J. Schlueter, D. DeYoung, B. Marron, D. Dautzenberg, A. Dewey, G. Freymiller, B. Stewart, D. Buck, S. Dautzenberg, S. Woodard and (absent) L. Koebel. JAZZ BAND included most of these members, with the addi- tion of Karen Williams. Sweet Sounds Abound Chorus members: L. Duden, D. Dautzenberg, B. Marron, Mrs. Domanico, A. Dewey, G. Freymiller, T. Carter, S. Woodard, S. Dautzenberg, R. Herndon, D. DeYoung, P. Bohlen, C. Hesterberg, (Not pictured: L. Koebel, L. Sollars, K. Hulse, T. Teeslink.) 19 And your yearbook is brought to you by . . Chris Hoshauer, Editor Chris Hoshauer could qualify as a one-man yearbook team. (Oops, er, a one- woman team that is. Sorry, Christopher!) Others who helped with this year's book include Miss Bohlen—Sponsor, Jeana Tucker, Delores Buck, Paula Bohlen, Vonda Jarvis, Rhonda McElhoe, Cindy Rogers, Merrilee Johnson and Barry Stewart. A special thanks goes out to Mr. Stagen in appreciation of his time and photographic talents! And of course, thank you dear readers! 20 Freshmen Welcome Dance ii Sadie Hawkins Dance ii Homecoming Court: Jim Vermillion, Teri Snyder, Bryan Severs, Janet Burton, Jerry Keen, Marilyn O'Banion, King Barry and Queen Anna, Kim Suits, Doug McElhoe, Melanie Turner, Jay Schlueter, Denise Ackerman, Brad Knight, Paula Bohlen, Doug Duitsman. Together Again in 1980 The reuniting of friends was one of the highlights of the 1980 ATHS Homecoming. The Trojan victory over the Artesians was the beginning of a pleasant night of dancing to the songs of Goin' Strong ' The evening was topped with the coronation of King and Queen, Barry Stewart and Anna Carley. 25 26 27 Saucy sorceresses and regal royalty clashed with a harried husband and a meddlesome mother- in-law as confusion reigned in the ATHS pro- duction of “Off With His Head!! Cast included Debbie Smith, Jay Schlueter, Anna Carley, Steph Dautzenberg, Gary Freymiller, Mark Porter, Jolie Stewart, Beth Marron, Dennis Dautzenberg, Maureen Flem- ing, David Goodhue, Lisa Pflugmacher, Delores Buck, Mike Shumate, and Joe Buck. Co-directors were Evelyn Miller and Melody Domanico. Student director was Vonda Jarvis, and stage manager was Barry Stewart. The lighting crew with the bright ideas consisted of Doug Duitsman, Brad Knight, Les Schluter and Jeff Mullins. What a scene! PROMPTERS: Julie B„ Jan S. MAKE-UP: Denise A., Paula B., Rhonda M., Melanie T. PUBLICITY: Steve A., Steve M., Sue W„ Eric T. VIDEO: Jim C. 29 Class Competition Day How're things in your neck of the woods? So, tug already! Is this how Fido does it? Please let it not break . . . They're right in front of you! Oh you big babies! With the talented and generous help of her husband Ron, Mrs. Domanico led the chorus and bands to swinging times at the spring concert. Oooh . . . play more of that Glenn Miller! for Spring! Seniors received roses in appreciation for their outstand- ing performances throughout the year. Their talents and warmth will certainly be missed! 31 Beauty and the Beast at Fantasy Island The Woman from Mars is ready to go out and eat some ears . . while Brad is feeling his way to the cookies! 32 Baseball Second place in the E.C.C.! Minor team changes occurred in the fall and spring baseball seasons this year. Brad Pribble moved away, whereas Jim Carley, Jim Vermil- lion, Steve Williams and Steve Frerichs were replaced by Gary Freymiller in the spring. The fall record was 4-6. David Goodhue was selected to the All Iroquois Conference. In spring, the improved team won 8 out of their 12 games and 6 out of 9 in the E.C.C., with strong pitchers David G. and Les Schluter being selected to the All E.C.C. team. Keep hitting, guys! The faithful members in their new spring uniforms included (kneeling) D. Dautzenberg, G. Freymiller, J. Schlueter, B. Loschen, D. Goodhue and B. Knight. Stand- ing are M. Shumate, L. Schluter, S. Anderson, J. Miles, T. Park, G. Frerichs, and Coach Wellenreiter. 34 Track: Row 1—J. Carley, M Porter, ). Keen, M. Shumate, G. Freymiller. Row 2—Coach Smiley, D. Foster, D. Dautzenberg, P. Bohlen, L. Koebel, J. Keen. Track Cross-Country L tai STMUr ■ni . MKSC9 I IK 1 W, 'VK CC: Row 1—D. Wilken, D. Dautzenberg, B. Loschen, D. Willfong, G. Freymiller, S. Williams, M Schluter. Row 2—Coach Wellenreiter, R. Herndon, G. Frerichs, B. Severs, D. Goodhue, J. Schlueter, J. Keen, J. Vermillion. Row 3—S. Anderson, J. Carley, S. Sieberns, T. Park, M. Porter, L. Schluter, J. Miles, B. Knight. WHST W CM i K Qs-S—®—w c . _ v sr a«f tuj % % nil I  sc«ooi , I «5 m 'V JHB Mb' K • W ■ , ’ ‘ V V- • 35 This year Armstrong wel- comed Jan Rose, the new Volleyball Coach, who taught the girls many new techniques. The Varsity team scored a 4-7 record and looks forward to a more successful season next year. Varsity team members from bottom: Coach Jan Rose, Delores Buck, Lisa Pflugmacher, Cecelia Buck, Steph Dautzenberg, Sue Woodard, Rhonda McElhoe, Janet Burton, Paula Bohlen, Anna Carley, and Julie Buck. 1980-81 Volleyball The Junior Varsity team has a very promising future, having this year en- tered into the fundamentals of volleyball. They ended the year with a 1-10 record. Junior Varsity team members from back row: Coach Jan Rose, Rhonda McElhoe, Laurie Fourez, Lisa Pflugmacher, Janet Burton, Cindy Fleming, Brenda Goodhue, Julie Buck, and Beth Marron. 36 37 1980-1981 Varsity Basketball Varsity Players are: Kneeling: Tom Park, Jim Carley, Scott Sieberns, Mark Porter, Brad Knight; Standing: Gary Freymiller, Jay Schlueter, John Miles, Coach Smiley, Greg Frerichs, Jerry Keen, Les Schluter. 38 Number One in the ICC! JV Players are: Kneeling: David Goodue, Bryan Severs, John Rose, Steve Anderson, Jim Vermillion, Greg Frerichs, Robert Hern- don, Mitchell Schluter; Standing: Coach Wellenreiter, Gary Freymiller, Don Willfong, Dale Wilken. John Miles, Brian Loschen, Dennis Dautzenberg, Steve Williams. F-S Number One at Cissna Park! F-S Players are: Kneeling: David Goodhue, Bryan Severs, John Rose, Steve Anderson, Jim Vermillion, Robert Herndon; Standing: Brian Loschen, Don Willfong, Dale Wilken, Coach Wellenreiter, Mitchell Schluter, Dennis Dautzenberg, Steve Williams. 39 1980-81 Cheerleaders i r r 2 -j dM. Varsity cheerleaders are: Carol Williams, Vonda Pflugmacher, Debbie Smith, Denise Ackerman, Jolie Stewart, and Kathy Dearth. Sponsor, Sally Acton. J.V. cheerleaders are: Kris Dearth, Tina Berkley, Sara Pflugmacher, Teri Snyder, and Lori Cler. 40 Both the J.V. and Varsity cheerleaders had a busy and spirit- ed year as they continued raising enthusiasm to back up the basket- ball teams. Keeping their spirit strong was sponsor Sally Acton, to whom the girls have expressed their thanks for being not only a good leader, but A Super Friend ! The Spirit °f A.T.H.S. 41 A Successful Season for the Girls! J.V. and Varsity players: K. Dearth, T. Snyder, J. Chesnut, K. Hulse, L. Duden, J. Buck. Stand- ing: S. Pflugmacher, D. Ackerman, Coach Bezely, J. Stewart, R. Rademacher, L. Koebel, D. Smith, L. Pflugmacher, M. Camp, C. Buck. Both the Varsity and the Junior Varsi- ty girls' basketball teams enjoyed a banner year. The Varsity posted a fi- nal record of 16 wins and 6 losses. Their Iroquois Conference of 7 wins and 1 loss was good for Second Place, while a 7 and 2 count in the East Central Conference earned a tie for Third Place in the final standings. Included among the victories was an exciting 40 to 37 win over Jamaica, last year's second place finisher in the state tournament and their only loss in the conference this year. The JV compiled a 17-1 record including a perfect 8 and 0 in the I.C.C. for First Place! Their only loss of the season was a one point decision! Cecelia Buck won first team honors in the Iroquois, East Cen- tral and Vermilion County choices. RaNae Rademacher and Denise Ackerman also made team honors. Good work, teams!! 42 43 First Year in Girls' Softball Row 1: Julie Buck, Cecelia Buck, Teresa Teeslink, Dawn Smith, Debbie Smith, Denise Ackerman. Row 2: Cindy Rogers, Jolie Stew- art, Tina Berkley, Beth Marron, Lora Duden, Jeri Adkins, Coach Jan Rose. Future Luck to You! Senior players 44 Administration That Wise-guy! Byron Wise, Our new Superintendent and Principal Board Members are: Dwight Roberts, Rosalind Parrish, Richard Fourez—Secretary, Dudley Severs, Larry Frerichs, Mervin Frerichs—President of the School Board, Burdette Walsh—Treasurer. Absent, Wilbert Fruhling. 46 Our Teachers MR. COX—Chemistry, Physics, Energy, Sophomore Class Sponsor. MR. HAUSMAN-Ag. I-IV, Horticulture, F.F.A. Sponsor. MISS BOHLEN English II and III, Yearbook Sponsor. MRS. FRAZIER—Home Ec. I-IV, Family Living, F.H.A. Sponsor. MR. BEZELY—U.S. History, Civics Consumer Ed., Girls Basketball, Senior Class Co-Sponsor. MRS. DOMANICO—Band, Chorus, Music Study, Drama Co-sponsor. 47 MR. MC COLLEM Guidance, English I, Newspaper and Senior Class Co-sponsor. MISS ROSE P.E., Volleyball, Freshman Class Sponsor. MRS. MILLER Librarian, English IV, Dra- ma Co-sponsor. MRS. ROBERTS Shorthand, Typing, Office Practice, Bookkeeping, National Honor Soci- ety Sponsor. MR. SMILEY—Math, Trigonometry, Alge- bra, Geometry, Track and Varsity Basketball Coach. MR. STAGEN Industrial Arts l-IV, Student Council Sponsor. 48 MRS. TATE Health, P.E., World History, Junior Class Sponsor. MR. WELLENREITER Driver Education; Biology; Baseball, Cross-Country, and J.V. Basketball Coach. And at their happier moments . . . 49 Ih. . i Cooks: Berneice Poyner, Marjorie Judy Janitors: Brad Jones, Charlie Jones Janitors: Dean Pinchon, Jim Goodhue, George Pannbacker, Louis Kraft, Francis LaFever Bus Drivers: Farl Smith, Tom Park, Wilbur Millis, Frank Osterbur Betty Kinney, Secretary Betty Tucker, Secretary Ruth Buck, Nurse 50 Freshmen Tina Berkley Julie Buck Jenny Chesnut Lori Cler Class Officers David Davis Kris Dearth Andrew Dewey Sandra Harly 52 It's the springtime of my life .. . David Foster Christina Hesterberg Mike Hoover Kelli Hulse Jackie Keen John Laflen Brian Loschen Sara Pflugmacher Wendy Pruiett John Rose Mitchell Schluter Teri Snyder Teresa Teeslink James Vermillion Kyle Williams Steve Williams Mark Youmans 53 Class Officers Sophomores X Janet Burton Mary Camp Dennis Dautzenberg Chris Abbott Jeri Adkins Liz Allen Steve Anderson Sandra Buck 56 Seasons change with the scenery . . . Lora Duden David Goodhue Robert Herndon joe Hopkins Brad Jones Twila Park Vonda Pflugmacher Ranae Rademacher Melissa Rector Jan Schlueter Bryan Severs Jolie Stewart Eric Turner Dale Wilken Don Willfong 57 58 Juniors Jeff Buck Joe Buck Jim Carley Tina Carter Class Officers Becky Cook Debbie Davis Kathy Dearth Linda Early 60 Weaving time in a tapestry . . . Cindy Fleming Laurie Fourez Greg Frerichs Gary Freymiller Brenda Goodhue Sherri Hoover Jeanette Howe Rick Johnson Charlie Jones Jerry Keen Lou Ann Koebel Beth Marron John Miles Rhonda McElhoe Jackie McMasters Marilyn O'Banion 61 Tom Park Lisa Pflugmacher Brad Pribble Cindy Rogers Julie Shumate Mike Shumate Scott Sieberns Dawn Smith Liz Sollars Jeana Tucker Mike Watson Carol Williams Karen Williams 62 Seniors of '81 Class officers: Vice-president Frosty Bartlow, Secretary Jay Schlueter, Treasurer Doug Duitsman, President Brad Knight. 64 Won't you stop and remember me? 65 66 Anna Carley Stephanie Dautzenberg David DeYoung Steve Frerichs Maureen Fleming Chris Hoshauer Doug Duitsman Herky Hayn Vonda Jarvis 67 mm; Mark Porter Brad Knight Les Schluter i $ Merrilee Johnson Jeff Mullins Kenny O'Banion Jay Schlueter Debbie Smith Tracy Sollars Melanie Turner Sue Woodard Sorry. no pictures available for Steve Martin and Rodney Olson 71 Best Dressed Denise Ackerman, Jeff Mullins Senior Awards Class Debbie Smith, Class Rowdies Most Athletic Cecelia Buck, Brad Knight Merrilee Johnson, Steve Frerichs Quiet Kenny O'Banion, 72 Flirts (Jack Swan not pictured) of 1980 Ones Most Likely to Succeed Melanie Turner Les Schluter, Vonda Jarvis Best Personalities Paula Bohlen, Barry Stewart Class Clowns Jay Schlueter, Maureen Fleming 73 Armstrong Seniors Show Good Citizenship Taking Care of Our Flags Row 1: Bob Bezely, Sue Woodard, Anna Carley, Merrilee Johnson, Vonda Jarvis, Maureen Fleming, Paula Bohlen, Chris Hoshauer. Row 2: Rodney Olson, Jeff Mullins, Steve Frerichs, Debbie Smith, Delores Buck, Tracy Sollars, Me- lanie Turner, Cecelia Buck, Doug Duitsman. Stephanie Dautzenberg, Rick Stagen, Barry Stewart, Brad Knight, Jay Schlueter. Not pictured, Denise Ackerman. Attending the Mock Presidential Convention With this year's group of Seniors are those who graduated last year. 76 r i favorites I A Hardworkers and monsters of 2nd hour English! Gobbling up Christmas goodies . . Planting things in Horticulture! Some Favorites at ATHS! Hangin' around on Halloween! Opening Candygrams Class size! Santa, chili and sweetrolls . . . MMMM 80 Where's another plate? A Rewarding Time for All! Just a few of the many award-winners are shown here at the annual spring banquet which recognizes Armstrong students, their special talents and successes. Congratulations to all of you who, through your perseverance and indomitable spirit, help make Armstrong a pleasant and prominent school! And they were just sooo good this year! And for academic excellence . . . Sockin' it to him! OK, smart guys! Student Council hope Passing the Buck to greater victories! h Perfect attenders 81 Searching for a Rainbow at Prom 1981 82 Therein Jt eater things to be done in the futu GRADUATION '81 AT LAST! Delores Buck—VALEDICTORIAN D.A.R. AWARD—Paula Bohlen Melanie Turner—SALUTATORI AN S.A.R. AWARD—David DeYoung 85 And an almost -realgraduation Another year, come and gone. In it, the kids of ATHS have reached some of their goals and have also done much to foster friendship, fun, and self-assuredness to fu- ture Armstrongonians. Among such events, area youngsters enjoyed the petting zoo, con- certs and the home-ec play-school, complete with play-graduation! Most of these children will one day pass through and beyond the halls of Armstrong High. But of course, there will always be some kids who'll be horsing around here for a long time . . . 86