Assumption Academy - Panther Yearbook (Chadron, NE)

Text from Pages 1 - 72 of the 1971 volume:

The Assumption Academy Presents It’s 1971 Panther Chadron Nebraska ECHOES The silver music of a once-existing laugh still rings occasionally. And even the excited bubbling of a joyful voice resounds Perhaps they are gone only in stability; Perhaps their essence will remain eternally. A memory as a scampering form hastens by, then is vanished. But for a second he will remain As the leaves flutter from his motion. Then silence. An anxious silence, full of bewilderment That brings a softly penetrating sadness. A bright color of life dances near And yet, somehow, there is a light mist before it That is often almost negligible, yet often binding. A warm flow of words passes by but does not enter. And gentle touches are not felt. Life goes around in merry unconcerned circles. It dances and it dies. It reaches out and retreats. It laughs to conceal what cannot be hidden. A dead leaf quietly floats to the ground And a gay step turns it to dust. Mathilde Koehler Table of Contents Dedication 4 Faculty 5 School Board 8 Seniors 9 Juniors 15 Sophomores 18 Freshmen 21 Junior High 24 Sports 29 Activities 42 Candid Shots 58 Advertisers 60 Senior Snaps 61 Honors Banquet 62 Senior Class Will 63 Junior Class Prophecy 64 Dedication I stood watching as you closed your doors for the last time. Trying hard to memorize . . . years later. . . That time of going would return to me . . . Now it is worse for I remember what it was as well as what it might have been. Rod McKuen 6 Mrs. Imogene Horse English, French Teachers Mrs. Lorene Heins Am. Government, Math Mrs. Cheryl Moran Art, Speech Fr. James Dunning Guidance, Religion Mr. Al Bozner Biology, Coaching, P.E. 7 School Board School Board members pictured at right include: Frank Roost, Joe Sharp, Joe Kanarick, Rita DeHaven, Fr. Deaver, Richard Loosbrock, and Carl Lukkes. Below is a letter taken from the Sunday bulletin concerning the new Board of Religious Education. Dear Parishoners: Recent actions of the Parish Council have resulted in the employment of Mrs. Fran Brandon as a Religious Education Co- ordinator to assist each of us in broadening our own religious education, and therefore, to be able to better educate our chil- dren in our faith. To better inform you, the following is a summary of the action taken in reaching this goal: On May 9 our parish elected a new nine-member Board of Religious Education to function as a committee of the Parish Council. This new committee, under the chairmanship of Bill Stewart, has acted promptly in beginning to develop new pro- grams for our parish. On May 17 Father Chamberlain, Diocesan Director of Religious Education, and Sister Fides met with this committee and interested parishoners to suggest possible guidelines to follow in setting up a religious education program. Mrs. Fran Brandon applied for the position and was interviewed by the board. Her qualifications are: Graduate of a Catho- lic High School, Bachelor Degree in Elementary Education and Combined Sciences from Edgewood College of Sacred Heart with additional work in theology, psychology and philosophy. She is currently completing requirements at Chadron State College for her Master’s Degree. Mrs. Brandon has accepted this position at a salary of $6,500 plus housing at the Newman Center. Some confusion seems to have developed regarding Mr. Brandon’s employment by the parish. Mr. Brandon, at the present time, is under contract with the Hay Springs Schools, however, Hugh will be assisting his wife with the program during evening hours and weekends. Consequently, we, the Parish Council and the Board of Religious Education, will refer to Mr. and Mrs. Brandon as the co- ordinators of the program. Mr. and Mrs. Brandon will be working directly under the Board of Religious Education in implementing the programs they plan. Their duties will include assisting volunteer teachers in preparation for their classes, help in selecting materials for the program, assist Father Deaver in preparing and conducting pre-marriage conferences, provide a telephone answering service for Father Deaver, and additional duties as the program developes. We believe that through the mutual efforts of the parishoners, the Board of Religious Education, and Mr. and Mrs. Brandon, we have the ingredients for a highly successful religious education program that can result in a stronger faith community. EXECUTIVE COMMITTEE ST. PATRICK’S PARISH COUNCIL Steve “Pup” Syewart President Bernard “Bernie” Chasek V.-President Kim “Kimmie” Moore Secretary 10 Kris “Smuck” Scheopner Treasurer r Roger “Rog” Marchant Debbie Dawkins Tom “Hink” Hinman Beth McGannon Connie Scheopner Audrey Martin Pati Voycheske Tim Henry Norene Marchant Randy Schommer Fred Schlickbernd Tim Arthur Sheryl Carson Juniors Judy Witte President Cyndie Roost Secretary Cathy Donohue Treasurer 17 Phil Sauser President Cherie DeHaven Suzanne Cunningham Mike Chamberlain Vice President Helen Loosbrock Secretary Yvonne Chase Treasurer Sophomores Kevin Moore Joe Goffena 19 Mike Miller Margaret Schlickbernd Jim Schommer Becky Martin 20 Steve Miller President Linda Miller Lee Miller Secretary Treasurer Janet DeHaven Student Council Auddie Mills Freshmen Vicki Ollendick Matt Martin Joan Scklickbernd Kenny Groves Judy Hinman John Saucer Dan Andrykowski 22 Leslie Killhani 7th Tony Stewart Ruth Schommer Donald Osborn Eighth Grade Kathryn Lukkes Liz Loosbrock Michelene Miller Arnie Melton Lynn Scheopner Julie Miller Theresa Osborn 25 John Chase Carol Lukkes Karen Roost Seventh Brian Donohue Grade Charla Hinman Diane Schlickbernd April Chamberlain Karla Hinman Mary Vetter 1 Mark Ollendick Marie Bear Killer Ronnie Robbins Pictured above are the cheerleaders; top to bottom Teresa Osborn, April Chamberlain, Lynn Scheopner, and Charla Hinman. Mrs. Brandon and Mrs. Wiley are pictured at left. Pep club officers and a picture of the play at the bottom. Activities Eighth Grade Commencement Eighth Grade Commencement was held on May 28 at 9:00 a.m. in the Arena. Mr. Hugh Brandon was the guest speaker. Mrs. Brandon, who taught first semes- ter, was present as was Mrs. Wiley who taught second semester. The theme for graduation was “Never Can Say Good-bye”. 28 Football Coach Lou Daddrio and his wife Nancy are shown here at the Football ban- quet. Coach Dadd- rio was the head football coach this year. The 1970-71 Football team is shown below. Bottom row, left to right: Bernard Chasek, Bim Hooker, Tom Hinman, Randy Schommer, Gary Robbins, and Mike Miller. Second row: Steve Stewart, Mike Chamberlain. Roger Marchant, Jim Schommer, and Coach Daddrio. Top row: Coach Boz- ner, Steve Marchant, Bill Melton, Kevin Moore, Mike Mar- tin, Fred Schlickbernd, and Coach Brandon. 30 RETURNING SENIOR LETTERMEN Back row, left to right: Mike Martin, Steve Stewart, Bill Melton. Front row: Bim Hooker, Tom Hinman, Bernard Chasek, missing: Roger Marchant. Season’s Record Assumption 22 New Underwood 28 Assumption 32 Cody 28 Assumption 56 Oelrichs 6 Assumption 34 Sunflower 14 Assumption 42 Holy Rosary 38 Assumption 34 Harrison 14 Just wait until they complain about the girls gossiping. F o 0 B t a b n a q 1 u I e t 31 Basketball Our double-bouncers this year had the very best season possible and ended with a record of 22-4. We tucked the Western-Ten 1st place trophy; the CSC Christmas Tourna- ment 2nd place trophy; the District Tournament 1st place trophy; won the Regional playoff, and 2 games at the State BB Tournament under our belts before putting the basket- ball away. All first five boys were returning lettermen, and were coached by Al Bozner who was as- sisted by Hugh Brandon. In the above picture, taken at the Western- Ten Tournament, are, back row, Al Bozner, Steve M., Mike M„ Kevin M., Bill M., Jim S., Hugh Brandon. Front row; Bim H„ Steve S., Gary R., Tom H.. Mike M. Missing from picture: Randy S., Lee M., Steve M., Mike C., Phil S., and Roger M. 33 The volleyball team this year saw nine girls return from last year, two transfers from CHS, and six new girls try out. Mrs. Dixie De- Haven (top, right) coached us. The A squad (middle, left) was composed of Cathy Dono- hue, Yvonne Chase, Mary Chase, Connie Scheopner, and Cyndie Roost, and Kim Moore. The captains and co-captains (top, right) were Mary Chase, A co-captain, Kim Moore, A captain. Pati Voycheske, B co- captain, and Kris Scheopner, B captain. We ended the season with a record of 9-11. T - Volleyball 37 Track Panther Track Squad Begins 1971 Season Cyndie Roost Assumption's track team is co;.f led by Mr. Hugh Bran- don. Wh°n asked about the . u'V K f.ii the team, Coach Brandon said. “We have good .“■dividual pertormers but we ini-!-- team depth.’’ Those who are out for track this season are: Bill Melton - shotput and discus Gary Robbins - pole vault and 440 Mike Martin - shotput and 880 Steve Stewart - 880 and mile relay Bim Hooker - 2 mile relay Bernard Chasek 2 mile relay anti discus Roger Marchant 440 and mile relay Tom Hinman - 2 mile open and 2 mile relay Kevin .Moore - 120 yard highs and mile lelay Steve Marchant - 100 yard dash. 220, mile relay, high jump and broad jump Kenny Groves - mile open Manager - Larry Schott Track Meets scheduled for this year’s season are: April 8 - Alliance In- vitational April 17 - Cliadron High Invitational April 21 - Western 10 Con- ference May 1 - Chadron State College Invitational 38 Track % Cheerleaders Eight cheerleaders cheered the boys on to victory this year. “A” squad girls (pictured below) included Mary Chase, captain; Judy Goffena, Judi Witte, and Kris Scheopner. “B” squad cheerleaders (right) were Yvonne Chase, captain; Cherie DeHaven, Connie Scheopner, and Kim Moore. Pep Squad The Pep Club officers this year were: Marge Loosbrock, Presi- dent; Debbie Dawkins, Secretary; and Cyndie Roost, Treasurer. Sr. Laurette was the sponsor. Homecoming Bill Melton and Judy Goffena First Attendants Bernard Chasek and Mary Chase Second Attendants Steve Stewart and Kris Scheopner King and Queen Venus, the goddess of Love, presided over the activities of Homecoming, 1970,: the coronation ceremony, the victorious football game over Mitchell Sunflower all topped off by the dance featuring Moonfire. All in all the day turned out to be a wonderful experi- ence for each and every one of us. Court The Annual Court Banquet and Dance was held this year on February 6. The Chuck Wagon hosted the banquet and the band, “500 Years B.C.” played for the dance. Bim Hooker, Steve Stewart, Roger Marchant, Bill Melton, Tom Hinman, and Mike Martin were honored. Fred, drummer for “500 Years B.C.”, pours heart and soul into the song. Coaches Al Bozner and Hugh Brandon are shown here en- joying the banquet. 45 Junior-Senior Prom Royalty 47 Student Council The officers of the Student-Council are shown above receiving an award of merit for helping with the city clean-up. Also pictured are two city officials and Father Deaver. OFFICERS AND MEMBERS Steve Stewart Cathy Donohue Bim Hooker Connie Scheopner Cherie DeHaven Janet DeHaven President Vice-President Secretary Treasurer Sophomore Rep. Freshman Rep. 48 the Panther's Roar Written by the students of Assumption Academy Newspaper Staff Editor: Asst. Editor: Feature Editor: Sponsor: EDITORS STAFF Kris Scheopner Cyndie Roost Kim Moore Mr. Hugh Brandon Debbie Dawkins, Connie Scheopner, Donna Deans, Janet DeHaven, Cathy Donohue, Cherie DeHaven, Beth McGan- non, and Mary Chase. 49 Glee Clubs Sister Laurette’s Glee Clubs were very successful this year at the District Contest. The Girls’ Glee received a I (superior) rating-the highest rating possible. The Mixed En- semble, Girls’ Ensemble, and the one duet entered (Judy Goffena and Judi Witte) all received II ratings (excellent). 50 51 Annual Staff The Annual Staff this year ran into a few difficulties but we hope the end result is at least a fraction of our great expectations and hopes. In the front row are the editors: Kris Scheopner, editor; Connie Scheopner, assistant editor; Kim Moore, business manager, and Cathy Donohue, assistant business man- ager. Mr. Brandon was the sponsor. Back row includes: Steve Stewart, Bernard Chasek, Debbie Daw- kins, Cyndie Roost, Donna Deans, Margaret Schlickenbernd, Judi Witte, Beth McGannon, Cherie De- Haven, and Mary Chase. Not pictured: Bill Melton, and Steve Burkhart. Mr. Stan LaChance was the photographer and Donna Deans, Steve Burhart, and Mr. Dee Huls (of the Chadron Record) assisted him. 52 Who’s Who Girl and Boy State Candidates Bill Melton “Mr. Track” Cathy Donohue Tim Arthur Randy Schommer Judi Witte Kim Moore Most Valuable Volleyball Player Mary Chase Betty Crocker Homemaker Award 54 Mary Chase First Honor Student Terry Hooker and Mary Chase tied for First Hon- or Students and Bernard Chasek and Steve Stewart tied for Second Honor Students. Betty Crocker Award went to Mary Chase. Msgr. McDonald’s Award to Kris Scheopner. Scholarships to Tom Hin- man and Steve Stewart. Mr. Track to Bill Melton. And DAR to Kris Scheopner. Pictured above and to the right are some of the graduating Seniors before the ceremony. 55 Dr. Tom Detwiler Tribute Rev. Stephen Deaver Presenting Awards and Diplomas 56 57 A Salute To Nebraskas' “FINEST CROP” Nebraska grows the finest people in the world, and the “cream of the crop” is the spendid group of young men and women emerging from our schools and colleges each Commencement Time ... Chad- ron Assumption produces its share. For the time when your responsibilities begin to grow, my company has a plan of insurance that keeps growing as need for protection increases ... It is a new and revolutionary concept of insurance planning You will be interested in know about it. 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Chadron, Nebraska Phone 432-5581 “take ’em where the action is” A W DRIVE IN “Island of Refreshment” Chadron, Nebraska CHADRON TIRE SHOP Treading Vulcanizing Truck Car Tractor New Goodyear Tires 60 Senior Class Will We the Senior Class of 1971, being of sound body and questionable mind, do hereby will our supe- rior intellect, our maturity, and our great ability to work earnestly to the questionable Juniors. I, Bill Melton, do hereby will to Connie Scheopner the ability to remember the Blue Moon Rider and to walk up the stairs without getting red while being followed by a pack of Senior boys, and to Larry Schott the ability to have the highest bowling score for two weeks and get knocked off by Tim Arthur. I, Terry Hooker, do hereby will my ability to get drunk on a Schlitz can of water without getting caught and a pack of Certs to cover up the smell to Connie Scheopner. To Coach Brandon a new track team, to Coach Bozner my ability to hold a lit weed behind my back while talking to the Senior boys. I, Tom Hinman, do hereby will to Tim Arthur my Barbie and Ken lunch box for noon hour. I, Roger Marchant, of sound mind, do hereby will to Norene Marchant my ability to be able to talk voluntarily to the Senior boys, plus my ability to try and polka to the Folsom Prison Blues and not run head on into various persons. I, Dave Reeves, do hereby will to Randy Schommer my ability to be first in line and to Tim Arthur a pack of Bull Durham. I, Steve Stewart, do hereby will to Fred Schlickbernd one mirror cleaning kit and to Tim Henry my ability to keep in training. I, Debbie Dawkins, do hereby will to Norene Marchant my ability to take what someone says about my certain someone without getting mad, “on the outside”. My ability to be happy all day without whistling to Connie Scheopner, and 1 will to Audrey Martin a window that rolls down so she can yell at all the fellas with out breaking everyones eardrums and the ability to remember names. I, Kris Scheopner, do hereby will the exquisite grace I display on the A W ramp to Cyndie Roost and to Cathy Donahue an extra large package of rubberbands to keep her kneesocks up. I, Beth McGannon, do hereby will to Sheryl Carson my ability to wear dresses to school instead of faded blue jeans and to Pati Voycheske my ability to wear shoes at a track meet. I. Mary Chase, will to Fred Schlickbernd and Tim Henry one dozen mannequins to keep up with Larry Schott and to Larry Schott a bunch of Bologna. 1, Judy Goffena, will to Norene Marchant the ability to go home after a birthday party and talk to your mom all night and to Judi Witte the ability to get drunk at a party. 62 I, Kim Moore, of unquestionably sound mind, do hereby will to Marge Loosbrock my wig to do with as she sees fit and to Cathy Donohue all my pairs of kneesocks with holes in the ankles to wear to ail the volleyball games. I, Steve Burkhart, being of outstanding mind and questionable body do hereby will to Randy Sehommer my height, intelligence, and coordination because what little I have he needs badly. And to Fred Schlickbernd my Honda 90 because they both deserve each other. I. Mike Martin, do hereby will to Tim Arthur my ability to Play basketball without getting hit on the head by the ball and whatever you want to call it to Pati Voycheske to be able to drive a car while drinking. 1, Bernard Chasek, do hereby will my weight lifting set to Tim Henry, to Mr. Bozner the ability to rewrite the will, and to Father Deaver my ability to say “so” in a serious situation. We the Senior Class do hereby will the following to the faculty: To Coach Bozner one Sherlock Holmes detective kit. To Coach Brandon one sober track team. To Coach Dadarrio one free whopper at the nearest Burger King. To Mrs. Heines a lifetime supply of carrots. To Sister Laurette 10,000 banana peels. To Mrs. Horse 16, ten-page, typewritten, biographies, and one rough draft. To Stan LaChance our hangovers. To Father Dunning a new set of sex tapes. 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