Atkinson High School - Tiger Yearbook (Atkinson, IL)

Text from Pages 1 - 88 of the 1985 volume:

ATKINSON HIGH SCHOOL “HOME OF THE TIGERS” 109 SOUTH STATE STREET ATKINSON ILLINOIS 61235 THE TIGER VOLUME 43 1984-1985 “DREAMS COME TRUE AT AHS!” 1984-85 Tiger Shelly Craine Editor-In-Chief Amy VanDeVelde Layout Editor Beth Snodgrass Typist Mike Klockenga Photographer Stacy Disterhuft Sports Editor Debbie Noord Business Manager Mr. Mark Hepner Advisor Dreams can ccome true is something we have all learned here at A.H.S. Hold on to your dreams for somehow they will come true. Dreams are expectations for what is to come. They are secrets that only you alone can conquer and believe in. Dreams are also goals. And you alone know of it’s existence. Dreams are what we all should have and believe in, for when there is nothing left, for anyone, yourself, there is still a dream waiting to be conquered and waiting for you, alone to conquer it. 4 ACADEMICS New Buses, New Computers The enrollment for the Atkinson schools for 1984-84 year was as follows; in the grade school: 97 girls and 108 boys and in the high school; 42 girls and 46 boys for a grand total of 293 students, 84 in the high school. This year the school built a new bus barn behind the school. The buses had been privately owned by Bert Swanson, however, after his death his family decided not to continue the business. This school decided to purchase the buses and build new facilities for them behind the school. Also, this year the second floor of the old section of the high school, the old gym and the old girls locker room were closed off and some of the rooms were shuffled around. The old history room is how the business room. The old Home Ec. room is the history room, and the Home Ec. kitchen is now the room where they have Home Ec. classes. The girls locker room is now where the grade school boys formally had they’re locker room. The school bought seven new computers to expand our computer department. There were three new teachers on our staff this year. Replacing Bruce Jefferson in the Science Department is Joe Iorio. Anita Behrens took the place of Marcia Trager in the English department, but had to leave because she adopted a baby. So, Cathy Owano took her place. A final addition to the school was a new track around the football field. Top Right: Atkinson School Board: Left to Right: Dave VanDeVelde; Stan Heller, Pres.; Tom Van-Vooren; Alan VanDeWoestyne; Ron Reiling; Greg Patton; Paul Nelson. Middle Left: Mr. Iorio goes Hawaiian, eat your heart out Magnum! Middle Right: Mr. Bandy catches up on some reading in study hall. Lower Left: Miss Walls helps Susan Buysse get through general math. Lower Right: Pros Roman puts some finishing touches on the rebuilt High School track. That and the new bus barn in the background were some of the improvements on the Atkinson campus. 6 New Teachers Open 1984-85 Year Top Left: Another thrilling lecture from Mr. Hepner. Top Middle: Mr. Carr is rather shocked by some creative bookkeeping in some FFA record books. Top Right: Mrs. Magerkurth enjoys one of Tim Van Antwerp’s jokes. Middle Left: Joel Vandemore works hard on the latest in funeral home fashions. Middle Right: Miss Owano takes a break. Lower Left: Juli Hamer, Mr. Iorio and Bruce VanHerzeele go over test results from their project on how smoking effects the body. 7 Teachers Strive For Mr. Donald Dolieslager: Superintendent of Schools. Mr. Gary Calsyn: High School Principal, NHS Advisor, Student Council Advisor, Assistant Football Coach. Mr. Stacy Bandy: Boys Physical Education Teacher, Driver’s Education, Head Football Coach, Head Track Coach. 8 Excellence In A.H.S. Education Mrs. Anita Behrens: English, French, Play Director (1st Semester). Mr. Roger Carr: Agriculture, Industrial Arts, FFA Advisor, Co-Op Advisor. Mrs. Jane Dolieslager: Librarian, Girls Track Coach. Mrs. Becky Frankenreider: Art. Mrs. Beverly Freddy: Speech and Drama, Guidance Counselor. Mr. Mark Hepner: History, Yearbook Advisor, History Club Advisor. Mrs. Wilma Hewitt: Typing, Business, Business Computer, Freshman-Sophomore-Senior Advisor. Miss Marie Hoffman: Health, Girls Physical Education. Mr. Joe Iorio: Science, Junior Class Advisor, Assistant Football Coach. Head Basketball Coach. Mrs. Debbie Magerkurth: Home Economics, Consumer Education, FHA Advisor. Mrs. Cathy Mitchell: Chorus-Band Director. Miss Cathy Owano: English, French (2nd Semester). Mr. Mick Shinkevich: Athletic Director, Athletic Club Director. Miss Tina Walls: Math, Computer Programming. Miss Jeanne White: Learning Disability. 9 Those Behind The Scenes Top Left: Bus Drivers; Pat Gentry, Evie Bickers, Donna VanOpdorp, Mary Ellen Hammer, and Charlie Ball. Top Right: Prosper Roman our new school janitor. Middle Right: Secretary Lorrie Jurgensen, Bookkeeper Barb Snider. Bottom Left: Cooks Elsie Diericks, Fran VanOpdorp. Hannah Billiett. Bottom Right: Sandy Roman our new cross guard and lunch helper. 10 Nothing BUT Goodness students A.H.S. Freshmen Visit The freshman class started off the beginning of the year very well according to the seniors. Freshmen all played their duties well for initiation. Later on in the year they visited the Illinois Heneppin Power Plant with their physical science teacher, Mr. Iorio. The Freshmen’s “Roast the Eagles” float for Homecoming was good, but their skit was better. They enjoyed roasting marshmallows and telling scary stories with the help of their class advisor, Mrs. Hewitt. They did profitably well selling fragranced soap. They ended the year all anxiously awaiting their next year as sophomores. Right: Class officers: from left; Vice-president, Steve Buysse; Tresurer, Drew Murphy; President, Tim Sher-beyn; Secretary, Mike Klockenga; Advisor, Mrs. Wilma Hewitt. Below:Tim Lawrence looks enthusiastically at the Illin-ois Henepin Power Plant, while Stacy and Lisa think of something better to do by conversing. Stacy Disterhoft Kathy Gilbraith Lisa Bickett Gretchen Carmichael Michelle Hackwith Steve Buysse Mike Klockenga Denise -tiles 12 Upper Right: Mr. Iorio patiently holds himself back from jumping into the Henepin Canal to relieve himself from his wonderful freshman class. Middle: “See what senior slavery can do to a person! , exclaims Tim. Hennepin Nuclear Plant Tim Lawrence Tricia Roman Tim Sherbeyn Stacey Roman Yvonne Steffen Richard Stuckey Liz VanHerzeele Joe VanVooren Missing: Drew Murphy 13 Sophomores Put Together Fond memories of their freshmen year at A.H.S. helped the sophomores receive first place on their Homecoming float. During their “Eaglebusters!” skit, Matt Lawrence, the eagle, did a good job scaring grandma, Robin Johnson, while patiently waiting for the Eaglebusters, our Tigers. By selling popcorn this year the sophomores, raised money for their class. Ending the year they all wait for their oncoming junior year. v ■ Upper Right: Sophomore class officers left; president, Scott Musich; treasurer, Derek Welveart; advisor, Wilma Hewitt; Seceratart, Amy VanDeVelde; vice-president, Mike Sturtewagen. Robin Johnson John Ellis Matt Lawrence Steve Catton Chris Fleming Scott Musich Todd DeMay Ronelle Floming Steve Nelson Mark Diehl Josh Hurliman Gary Olson Missing: Salli Huston 14 Above left: The sophomore float in the Homecoming parade. Above right: Chris Fleming makes some change, and considers swiping a “Snickers” bar. Lori Patton Wendi Sleaford Amy VanDeVelde Rob Ralph Mike Stanek Darcey Verbeck Robert Reiling Mike Sturtewagon Beth Verstraete Angie VanDeRostyne Valerie Wancket Derek Welvaert 15 A.H.S. Juniors Raise As everyone knows, the junior class spends most of their time raising money for prom. They also spent a lot of time planning for Prom. They had a big taco stand during Atkinson’s Centennial and raised quite a bit of money. They also sold prescriptions to the Athkin-son-Annawan News. This year, though, the junior class was prepared for Prom costs before the last minute. They had quite a bit of money raised from their freshmen and sophomore years. Kale Causemaker Joe Claeys Shelly Craine Kendra Dolieslager Juli Hamer Chad Johnson Dennis Jensen Michelle Kirby Top; Class Officers: Mr. Iorio; sponsor, Joe Claeys; vice-president, Tom Patton; president, Nancy Simon; representative, Audrey Sherbeyn; treasurer, Michelle Naugle; secretary. Middle: Tom Patton showing off his new haircut. Opposite page bottom: Some of the junior girls showing off their beauty. 16 “Mega-Bucks” For Prom! Michelle Naugle Ruth Nelson Kyle Noard Debbie Noord Tom Patton Roger Reiling Scott Roman Audrey Sherbeyn Nancy Simon Scott Snodgrass Scott Sorenson Mark Taber Karin Watters 17 Todd Yarger Class Of 1985 “Zhere Js Only One Success, Zo Me Able Zo Cive your Cife Jh ]four Own Way ” Class Song Class Colors Class 9lower We’ve Only JVavy Mlue White fjust Megun And Silver Kose The Senior class was outstanding this year. There were many academically outstanding students in the Senior class. They led the rest of the high school the whole year. It is the hope of the administration at A.H.S. that the Senior class this year has set an example for further Senior classes. They took great care in choosing their class motto, song, colors, and flower. They wanted to make sure that they fit with the personality of their class, and they sure did end up picking the right things. They go right along with the personality of the class of 1985. Bottom Left: Beth Snodgrass, busy as usual, typing for someone. Bottom Right: Senior Class Officers; sitting: Jodi Obrecht, pres, standing: Kelly Causemaker, vice-pres., Beth Snodgrass, secretary treasure., Mrs. Hewitt, class advisor. Missing: Ulanda Nelson, rep. The Leaders Of The Pack! Top Left: Vanessa Neuleib is busy trying to put Sweetheart together. Top Right: Joel Vandemore decides what he can fix next. Middle Left: Susan, shouldn’t you be studying your ag? Middle Right: Some of the senior boys try to put up streamers for Sweetheart. Bottom Left: Steve Sherbeyn demonstrates how to be lazy. 19 Jodi Kathleen Casteel Kelly Ann Causemaker Susan Marie Buysse Robert Leroy Ericson Dawn Renae Kirby Morey Wayne Diericks Cory Allen Klockenga Susan Marie Longeville Troy Walter Minnaert IJIanda V. Nelson Vanessa Rae Neuleih Brent Leonard Moens Kristi Ann Brice Scott Alan Olson Jodi Kay Obrecht Klizabeth Sue Snodgrass Timothy Ray VanAntwerp Steven Lee Sherbeyn Joel Robert Vandemore Bruce Michael VanHerzeele Susan Maire Buysse: FHA 1,2,3,4; Yearbook 3; Volleyball 1,2,3,4; Track 1; Homecoming Attendant 1; Cheerleading 3; Play 1,2,3,4; Close-Up 2; Drama Club 3,4; Art Award 1,2,3; Speech Drama Award 4. Jodi Kathleen Casteel: Student Council 3; Athletic Club 1,2,3; Volleyball 1,2,3; Class President 3; Play 1,2; Close-Up 2; NHS 3,4; SAA 1,3; Illinois State Scholar 4. Kelly Ann Causemaker: FHA 1,2,3,4; Jr. Sr. points 4; Athletic Club 1,2,3,4; Yearbook 1,2; Volleyball 1,2; Track 1,2; Class Vice-President 4; Class Secretary 1; Sweetheart Queen 4; Cheerleading 2; Play 1,2,3,4; Close-Up 2; Drama Club 4; Art Awards 1,3. Maurice Wayne Diericks: FFA 1,2,3,4; President 4; Reporter; Football 4; Sweetheart Escort 4; Sweetheart King 4. Robert Leroy Ericson: FFA 1,2,3,4; Greenhand Officer 1; Athletic Club 1,2,3,4; Football 1,2,3,4; Track 1,2,3,4; Homecoming Escort 4; Sweetheart Escort 4; Play 2,4. Thomas Lee Hahn: Transfer From Davenport Central, 4 Timothy Allen Hahn; Transfer From Davenport Central, 4 Dawn Renae Kirby: FHA 1,2,3,4; Athletic Club 1,2,3,4; Volleyball 1,2,3,4; Play 4; NHS 3,4; Illinois State Scholar. 4. Cory Allen Klockenga: FFA 1,2,3,4; Athletic Club 1; Football 1; Play 2,3; Close-Up 2; History Club 4; Art Awards 1,2,3,4. Susan Marie Longeville: FHA 1,2,3,4; Athletic Club 1; Volleyball Manager 1; Homecoming Attendant 3; Play 1,2,3,4. Troy Walter Minnaert: FFA 1,2,3,4; Student Council 1,3,4; Student Council President 4; Student Council Vice-President 3; Student Council Rep. 1; Athletic Club 1,2,3,4; Yearbook 1,2,3; Football 1,2,3,4; Basketball 1,2,3,4; Track 1,2,3; Homecoming Escort 4; Co-Op 3,4; Illinois State Scholar 4. Brent Leonard Moens: FFA 1,2,3,4; FFA V.-President 3; Athletic Club 1,2,3,4; Football 1,2,3,4; Class V.-President 3; Sweetheart Escort 4; Homecoming King 4; Play 1,2. Ulanda V. Nelson: FHA 1,2,3,4; FHA Sentinal 4; Student Council Rep. 4; Athletic Club 1,2,3; Volleyball 1,2; Track 3; Sweetheart Attendant 4; Cheerleading 2,3; Play 3,4. Vanessa Rae Neuleib: FHA 1,2,3,4; Fr. Soph, points 1,2; Athletic Club 1,2,3,4; FHA 1st V.-President 4; Basketball 1,2,3,4; Track 1,2,3; Sweetheart Attendant 4; Cheerleading 1,2,3,4; Play 3. Jodi Kay Obrecht: FHA 1,2,3,4; FHA President 4; Student Council Secretary 4; Athletic Club 1,2,3,4; Yearbook 1,2; Volleyball 1,2,3,4; Class President 4; Sweetheart Attendant 4; Homecoming Queen 4; Play 3; Football Stats 2,3; Boys Basketball Stats 2,3,4; Girls Basketball Stats 3,4; NEDT Award 3; DAR Award 4. Scott Alan Olson: FFA 1,2,3,4; Student Council 2; Athletic Club 1,2,3,4; Football 1,2,3,4; Class President 2; Sweetheart Escort 4; Play 3,4. Kristi Ann Price: FFA 2; FHA 1,2,3,4; Athletic Club 1,2,3,4; Yearbook 1,2,3; Volleyball 1,2; Basketball 1,2; Track 2,3; Homecoming Attendant 4; Cheerleading 3,4; Play 1,2,3,4; Close-Up 2; Art 1,3,4; Speech and Drama Club 4; Art Awards 3,4. Steven Lee Sherbeyn: FFA 1,2,3,4; Athletic Club 1,2,3,4; Football 1,2,3,4; Homecoming Escort 4: Play 3,4. Elizabeth Sue Snodgrass: FHA 1,2,3,4; Athletic Club 1,2; Yearbook Copy Editor 3,4; Volleyball 1 Basketball 1,2; Track 1; Class Secretary 3,4; Class Treasurer 3,4; Homecoming Attendant 2 Sweetheart Attendant 4; Play 2,3,4; Close-Up 2; Illinois State Scholar 4. Timothy Ray VanAntwerp: FFA 1,2,3,4; FFA Sentinal 1; Student Council 3; Athletic Clut 1,2,3,4; Football 1,2; Basketball 3; Track 1; Play 3,4. Joel Robert Vandemore: FFA 1,2,3,4; V.-President FFA 4; Student Council 3; Athletic Club 1,2 Football 1; Class Secretary 1; Class Treasurer 2; Homecoming Escort 4; Sweetheart Escort 4 Play 1,2,3,4. Bruce Michael VanHerzeele: Athletic Club 1,2,3,4; Basketball 1,2,3,4; Track 4; Play 3; Histon Club 4; Art 1,2,3,4. 22 AN M ACHIEVEMENT YOU STRIVE FOR AND COMPLETE IN THE END ORGANIZATIONS Totalitarinn Rule Turns Out After long, exerting hours of hard labor to beat the deadlines, the 1984-85 yearbook staff put together one very good yearbook. From the complaints and laziness of Stacy Disterhoft and Amy VanDeVelde over Mr. Hepner’s remarks of, “Redo this and redo that!”, the year seemed to be full of griefs and heartaches. Then there was Shelly Craine’s “totalitarian” rule and Ronelle Floming’s ar-guements with Mr. Hepner. Despite all of this, it turned out to an interesting and adventurous yearbook season. Also, there was devoted help from the only Senior this year, Beth Snodgrass. They all ended the year anxiously awaiting the oncoming year. 24 A Totally Awesome Yearbook Opposite page: Top: Yearbook staff; left to right: first advisor, Mr. Hepner; Michelle Kirby; Darcy Verbeck; Editor, Shelly Craine; Sports editor, Stacy Dister-hoft; Back row: Ronelle Floming; Layout editor, Amy VanDeVelde; Photographer, Mike Klock-enga; Michelle Naugle; Business manager, Debbie Noord; Copy editor. Beth Snodgrass. Middle Left:“Michelle Kirby, the agrivated cropper.” Middle Right: Stacy Disterhoft and Debbie Noord, normally gossiping over some of Atkinson’s cute guys. Bottom Right: Beth Snodgrass “patiently” types another copy. This Page: Left: Ronelle Floming and Mr. Hepner discuss an agrivating situation, while Amy VanDeVelde goes about her own business. Middle Left: Editor, Shelly Criane, as usual, is digging for something. Middle Right: Try the Kodak disc Mike Klock-enga. It’s a lot easier. Bottom Left: Mr. Hepner shows his agrivation over the staff with one of his better faces. Bottom Right: Another one of Stacy Disterhoft’s natural poses. 25 F.F.A. Wins High The Future Farmers of America of the 1984-85 year had a very busy and agricultural year. All their judging of meat, dairy, soil and livestock, sectionals, and Midcontinent in Champaign turned out successfully. The FFA week’s most successful and announced event was the Atkinson High School petting “zoo”. No! Not the students! Real live animals! Everything from chickens to cows to BrentMi’s dog “Blackey”, who livened up the place. There was special thanks given to the FFA for sponsoring this years Sweetheart Dance. They ended the year with the FFA Banquet. They had dinner and then gave awards to ‘honorary students’. Top: Steve Sherbeyn trying to decide whether or not to get on Kale’s steer. Middle: Kale Causemaker and Tom Hahn trying to decide what to do to get into trouble. Bottom: 1984-85 FFA members from left to right starting on bottom row; S. Sorenson, R. Reiling, J. Hurliman, K. Causemaker, J. Vandemore, M. Diericks, advisor: Mr. Carr, row 2; B. Moens, M. Taber, S. Buysse, T. Lawrence, M. Hackwith, T. DeMay, M. Stanek, J. Ellis. row 3; J. VanVooren, Rog. Reiling, T. Sherbeyn, R. Stuckey, D. Murphy, C. Floming, M. Diehl, R. Ralph, S. Nelson, B. VanHerzeele. Row 4; T. Yarger, M. Klock-enga, T. Minnaert, S. Sherbeyn, T. Van-Antwerp, S. Olson, M. Naugle, M. Lawrence, S. Catton, C. Klockenga, S. Snodgrass, missing: B. Ericson. 26 Honors In Judging Top Left: Mr. Carr tries to tell his students how to act properly before the petting zoo. Top Right: Brent Moens and his best friend Blackie. Middle: Joel Vandemore tries to get people to come see his part of the petting zoo. Bottom Left: Don’t worry Morey, your cat will protect you. Bottom Right: Freshmen acting enthusiastic with their FFA Reports. FHA Helps Out This year the FHA had a good year. We started out with the installation of officers. We had a presentation from a lady who lived in Saudi Arabia. Then we watched the new FHA officers come into the year. The FHA members also helped serve refreshments at various PTC meetings. To help the funds they had a bake and craft sale at the bank and to pay dues this year the members sold cook books. They also did their share with concession stands for both football and basketball games. So, overall the FHA turned out as a good year. r.C. Meetings Opposite Page Top Left: FHA officers at the Installation dinner. Top Right: Vanessa Neuleib gives a presentation to the PTC about child abuse. Bottom: FHA; Row 1: Mrs. Magerkurth, Advisor; R. Floming, Fresh-Soph points; K. Causemaker, Jun-Sen points; V. Neu-lieb, 1st V. Pres.; Jodi Obrecht, Pres.; Audrey Sherbeyn, 2nd V. Pres; M. Naugle, Sec.: N. Simon, Treas.; S. Craine, Historian. Row 2: W. Sleaford, S. Roman, S. Disterhoft, D. Jiles, L. Van-Herzeele, G. Gilbraith, T. Roman, G. Carmichael. Y. Steffen. Row 3: L. Patton, A. VanDeVelde, D. Verbeck, J. Hamer, K. Watters, R. Nelson, K. Dolieslager, D. Noord, M. Kirby. Row 4: V. Wancket, B. VerStraete, J. King-Casteel, K. Price, D. Kirby, B. Snodgrass, S. Longeville, S. Buysse. This Page Top Left: The mothers at Installation. Top Right: Vanessa and Mrs. M working on a project. Lower Left: Stacy Disterhoft and Stacy Roman serve punch at a PTC meeting. Lower Right: The officers are sworn in. Pancakes And Pizza Buy This year Kristen Bandy became the new cheerleading advisor. The cheerleaders led a few pep assemblies and cheered at many games as usual. They also made home-made pizzas and delivered them as a fund raiser along with working at the annual Kiwanis Pancake Breakfast. With the money they raised they bought new varsity basketball uniforms and new poster paints. They worked hard to keep school spirit high at AHS. Upper Left: Varsity Cheerleaders; Top: Vanessa Neuleib; middle row: Kristi Price, Ruth Nelson; bottom row: Audrey Sherbeyn, Nancy Simon. Far Left: Audrey is shocked at what she sees. Middle Right: Vanessa Neulieb gives her mother a rose at Mom’s night. Bottom Right: Some JV and Varsity cheerleaders cheering at a pep assembly. 30 New Cheerleading Uniforms Top Left: Junior Varsity Cheerleading: Top; Lisa Bicket; Bottom row; Ronelle Floming, Liz VanHerzeele, Amy VanDeVelde. Top Right: Lisa Bickett showing everyone how big her mouth will open. Bottom Right: Kristi using her creativity on the hoop for the football game. Bottom Right: Ruth trying to decide what to do next. 31 Close-Up Kids Meet Evans The four people that went to Washington D.C.- R. Reiling, S. Snodgrass, D. Noord, and K. Dolieslager- had quite an experience. They went to Capitol Hill where they met Lane Evans, our Congressman. They also got to talk to the Press Secretaries of the Illinois Senators, Paul Simon and Allan Dixon. They sat in on a session of the House of Representatives where the issue of the MX was discussed. They were also able to listen to a court case that was on trial at the time they were there. The four went to a lot of seminars, but there were five main seminars where they learned about what goes on in the National government. There were also many memorials. They saw Jefferson Memorial, The Vietnam Vetrans Memorial, the Washington Monument, and the Iwo Jima Monument were a few of them. On their free day they went to Georgetown where they went to the University and did other fun things. To raise money for the big trip to D.C., The Close-Up students ran several fun raising projects. The biggest of these was a chili supper. Upper Right: Michelle checks out Scott’s cooking ability. Right: Roger sits and does nothing, as usual. Bottom Left: Kendra cleans up the mess after the chili supper. Bottom Right: The people that were interested in going to Washington, D.C. in 1985 were R. Nelson, R. Reiling, J. Hamer, S. Craine, K. Watters, S. Snodgrass, A. Sherbeyn, D. Noord, and K. Dolieslager, with Mrs. Johnson, their advisor. In Search Of History The History Club was just formed during the 1984-85 school year, and anyone was welcome to join. There were events planned for every month including the Trivial Pursuit tournament on the last day of school before our Christmas vacation, field trips taken to the Civil War Re-enactment where they totally re-enacted the Civil War Battle of Belmont, Missouri (including uniforms, authentic weapons, and tents). They also went to Galena where they visited Grant’s home, toured various shops, went to Chestnut Hill and the Alpine Slide. In the Spring they took a trip to Springfield. Upper Left: Nancy Simon, and Audrey Sher-beyn check out the view at Galena. Left: M. Klockega, C. Klockenga, N. Simon, and A. Sherbeyn look at the display in Grant’s home. Bottom Left: The History Club members: R. Reiling, A. Sherbeyn, S. Snodgrass, M. Kirby, D. Noord, M. Naugle, A. VanDeVelde, N. Simon, S. Nelson, C. Klockenga, B. VanHer-zeele, J. Hurliman, G. Olson, and T. Patton with Mr. Hepner supervising. Bottom Right: A. Sherbeyn trying her skills at miniature golf at Chestnut Hill. Athletic Club, The Athletic Club usually had fund raisers, but this year they just participated at games by taking stats. Student Council did their annual job of making a successful Homecoming. The Atkinson Band dwindled to thirteen with only one of them a high school student. The High School Chorus had six members. They did well at an I.M.E.A. contest. Michelle Naugle, Debbie Noord, Stacy Disterhoft, and Shelly Craine did well with their solos. Student Council Athletic Club: Row 1: Mr. Shinkevich, Advisor; B. Moens, Pres.; C. Johnson, V. Pres.; Row 2: M. Stanek; J. Ellis; Rob. Reiling; D. Welveart: S. Nelson; Sta. Roman; K. Gilbraith; L. VanHerzeele; S. Disterhoft; Row 3: T. Lawrence; S. Buysse; R. Ralph; T. DeMay; W. Sleaford; D. Verbeck; G. Carmichael; A. VanDeVelde; D. Jiles; Row 4: R. Floming; S. Sorenson; Rog. Reiling; T. Patton; Sco. Roman; V. Wancket; B VerStraete; L. Patton; T. Roman; Row 5: D. Jensen; J. Claeys; K. Dolieslager; A. Sherbeyn; R. Nelson; N. Simon; M. Naugle; D. Noord; S. Craine; Row 6: Ka. Causemaker; M. Taber D. Kirby; S. Buysse; Ke. Causemaker; J. Obrecht; M. Sturtewagen; G. Olson; J. Hurliman; S Catton; Row 7: M. Diericks; T. VanAntwerp; V. Neuleib; K. Price; S. Sherbeyn; T. Minnaert; S. Olson; B. VanHerzeele. 34 Band And Chorus Add To AHS Opposite Page Left: Jodi Obrecht and Ruth Nelson taking stats at a girls basketball game. Right: Student Council members: Top row: C. Johnson, T. Minnaert, J. Obrecht, Row 2: N. Simon, T. Patton, Row 3: S. Musich, M. Sturtewagen, Row 4: Mr. Calsyn, M. Klockenga, T. Sherbeyn. This Page Top; Atkinson Band; Row 1:3. Hurliman, J. VanDamme, A. Claeys, Row 2: K. Buysse, D. Longeville, M. VanDeVelde, M. Culbertson, M. Klockenga, L. Stuckey, Row 3: Mrs. Mitchell, C. Scoggins, J. Vandersnick, N. Simon, D. Christian. Upper Left: Atkinson High School Chorus; First Row: R. Floming, Mrs. Mitchell, Row 2: S. Craine, M. Naugle, D. Noord, Missing: S. Disterhoft, M. Hackwith. Upper Right: Mike Klockenga plays the sax. Right: Student Council members decorating for Homecoming. Co-op is a program where students get a job and leave school early to work. There were seven people in the program this year, including: Jodi Casteel, Morey Diericks, Jodi Obrecht, Tim VanAntwerp. Vanessa Neuleib, Susan Longeville, and Troy Minnaert. Jodi Casteel was a receptionist at Ellis Implement. Jodi Obrecht was a bookkeeper at the Atkinson Bank. Vanessa Neuleib was employed by Atkinson’s Red and White. Morey Diericks worked for Wilber Egert on his farm. Susan Longeville worked at Ackerman as a cashier. Tim VanAntwerp pumped gas at the gas station, Duffy’s and Troy Minnaert worked at the Atkinson-Annawan News office. The Coop advisor was Roger Carr. Upper Right: The 1984-85 Co-op class: (left to right) Jodi Casteel, Vanessa Neuleib, Jodi Obrecht, Tim VanAntwerp, Morey Diericks, Troy Minnaert, Roger Carr; advisor. Missing: Susan Longeville. Middle Left: Morey works with machinery. Doesn’t he know how to do anything else? Middle Right:Troy Minnaert graphing a page like a real professional. Lower Left: Jodi Obrecht makes herself useful at the bank. Lower Right: Tim works diligently on a tube at Duffy’s. On The Job! 36 Atkinson Annawan Rivalry The 1984-85 AHS Football team played exceptionally well not letting game losses get them down. The team and fan effort helped AHS out a great deal. Leading the effort to keep spirits up were the cheerleaders and the helping towns people. Also, of course, Brent-Mi’s arrousing “BREAKDOWN which raised up the teams spirit to defeat the other team. The team wouldn’t have made it as far as it did if it wasn’t for our aggressive coaches: Stacy Bandy, Joe Iorio, and Gary Calsyn. They took great time and effort into planning schemes and plays to successfully defeat the other teams. The high-light of the season was the fierce rivalry between Annawan and Atkinson. The mood of the game was set when Tim Lawrence sort-of wandered through Annawan’s hoop. Annawan saught revenge by needlessly running the score up to rediculous proportions. In spite of everything the Atkinson Tigers stuck it out to the end, with the exception of the last 19 seconds. Even though the football season was rough it is memorable to all. 38 Highlight Football Season! Opposite Page; Upper Right Coach Bandy does some “field” surgery on Brent Moens. Middle; Front Row: T. Minnaert, M. Sturtewagen, T. Sherbeyh, S. Buysse, K. Cau-semaker, G. Olson, T. Patton, M. Taber, R. Ralph. Second Row: Coach Bandy, Roger Reiling, J. Claeys, S. Sorenson, Robert Reiling, K. Noard, B. Ericson, S. Sherbeyn, S. Olson, B. Moens, D. VVelveart. Tim Lawrence, Mgr., Coach Iorio. Lower Right: Mike Sturtewagen gets instructions from Coaches Bandy and Iorio. Lower Left Troy Minnaert tries to out run the opponent. This Page; Upper Right The team members on the side lines show some emotion! Lower Right: Coach Iorio instructs Troy Minnaert. Lower Left: Atkinson Annawan rivalry crashes head on. Middle Left: The players on the side line hope for a score. Upper left:Hoe ' • - ............... ' —1 AHS Volleyball Team Wins The 1984-85 Volley-Ball team did quite well in spite of low numbers. The junior-varsity ended up second in the Indian Valley conference while the varsity went on to win the Atkinson Invitational. Most agreed that the biggest game of the season was when the J.V. girls beat Ohio one of the top rated teams. Had Atkinson gone on to beat Western, AHS would have ended up first in the conference. The J.V. girls over all won ten of its games while only two were lost. Meanwhile the varsity ended up with a 4-8 season. Because of low numbers, Coach Heidi Hamer was forced to bring up most of the junior varsity squad. There were only two seniors on the team this year. Jodi Obrecht and Dawn Kirby. Then the girls hosted the IHSA regional tournament. Also they participated in the IVC conference tournament at LaMoille. In addition to there great playing they attended a workshop (camp) here at the high school last summer. Atkinson Invitational Opposite Page; Upper Right: Audrey Sherbeyn struggles to save the ball. Lower Right: The bench cheers on the team. Lower Left: Kathy Gilbraith anticipates the opponents next move. Upper Right: Dawn Kirby returns a serve. This Page; Row 1, T. Roman. D. Kirby. Row 2, K. Gilbraith, S. Roman, B. Verstraete, D. Jiles. Row 3, K. Dolieslager, R. Nelson, V. Wanket, J. Obrecht. In official's box;G. Carmichael, N. Simon, Coach Hamer. Missing, A. Sherbeyn. Upper Left: The team and Coach Hamer take a break between games. Lov.er Right: Jodi Obrecht displays her serving ability. Lower Left: Lori Patton and Beth Verstraete work together to return the ball. 41 The Varsity boys basketball had an inconsistent record of wins and losses this year, but most of the games were close calls. The team gave special thanks to their new coach, Joe Iorio, for his effort during all practices and games. The team had three seniors this year: Bob Ericson, Troy Minnaert, and Bruce VanHerzeele. All played well under the support of fans of all ages including Mr. Iorio’s daughter, Natasha. Now the team hopes for a better season next year. New Coach Iorio Upper Right: Varsity boys team: left to right, first row: S. Sorenson, D. Jenson, J. Claeys, M. Sturtewagen, S. Roman, second row: S. Nelson, J. Ellis, B. Ericson, B. VanHerzeele, C. Johnson, Coach J. Iorio. Middle Right: Bruce VanHerzeele is caught in the middle of things. Lower Right: Chad Johnson struggles to maintain control of the ball. Far Right: John Ellis flies above the opposition to get in a crucial bucket. 42 Leads Tiger Cagers top left: Bobby Ericson, approaches with a quick jump shot. top right: Iorio discusses the newsreport with the varsity team. middle right: Scott Sorenson blocks Erie in all directions. left: Steve Nelson hurdles over the opposing team. 43 J.V. Boys Win Invitational The 84-85 basketball season has been a successful one for the Fresh-Soph Tigers. Under the guidance of a new coach, Joe Iorio, they achieved a record of 12 wins and 7 losses. They started with a four game loosing streak, and a five game winning streak. Though fans were scarce and cheerleaders few, they supported each other and worked well as a team. The highlight of the year was beating Annawan 49-38 and clenching the championship title of the Atkinson Fresh-Soph Invitational, which was the first time in the ten year history of the tourney that the host team won it. Upper: JV Boys Basketball team; left to right: first row: J. VanVooren: J. Hurli-man; S. Buysse; M. Klockenga; M. Sturtewagon; T. DeMay; S. Catton; second row: D. Welveart; R. Ralph; J. Ellis; S. Nelson; M. Stanek; Coach Iorio. Middle Left: Derek slickly steals the ball. Middle Right: John consciously thinks of what to do next in this situation. Bottom Left: Iorio discusses with the team his cunning plans. Bottom Right: Steve Nelson concentrates on his shot. 44 JV Girls Also Play Varsity The JV girls basketball team turned out another excellent season. The Fresh-Soph girls had to pull double-duty on several occasions, playing both their game and then again during the varsity game. Even after the season was over, the work continued. Coach Heidi Hamer kept them working out on the weight machine and the gym, keeping their skills sharp for the 1985-86 season. Left: Kathy Gilbraith charges an opponent. Lower Left: Val Wancket goes in for two. Below: JV Girls; Row 1: W. Sleaford, G. Carmichael, S. Roman, D. Verbeck, D. Jiles. Row 2: B. VerStraete, L. Patton, V. Wancket, T. Roman, K. Gilbraith, Bottom Middle: Lori Patton pivots as the direction of the game changes. Bottom Right: Tricia Roman gets ready to dive into the action. New Coach And Under This year the Varsity girls basketball team did fairly well under their new coach Heidi Hamer. There were not very many upper classmen to lead the team, but the team still did very well with a lot of help from underclassmen. Val Wancketdid exceptionally well this season by scoring her 1,000th point, as a sophomore. The girls worked well together and made the team worth watching. Though their hopes of going to state were lost when they lost to Erie by one point in the Regionals, the girls still did their best and finished the season with a good record. 46 Classmen Lead Tigerettes Opposite Page Top: Coach Hamer instructs the Tigerettes. Upper Left: Girls Basketball: Row 1:G. Carmichael, V. Neulieb, A. Sherbeyn, N. Simon, D. Jiles. Row 2: B. VerStraete, L. Patton, V. Wancket, T. Roman. K. Dolieslager, K. Gilbraith. Right: Kathy Gilbraith searches for a point. Bottom: Audrey Sherbeyn and Val Wancket work together. This Page Top Left: The Tigerettes block out for the rebound. Top Right: Vanessa shows determination. Bottom Left: Nancy Simon dribbles to the baseline. Bottom Right: The Tigerettes celebrate a victory. 47 New Track Highlights The 1984-1985 boy’s track season was one of the best ever. Two main factors for this, were the many broken records and new cindered track. The track was built by volunteers and supported by the Atkinson Booster Club. Coach Bandy said the track has really helped. Atkinson held two track meets at home. This year two conference records were broken. One was broken by the two mile relay team, consisting of Robert Ralph, Tom Patton, Scott Sorenson, and Chad Johnson, beating the old record by 10 seconds. The other was the 800 meter run, broken by Chad Johnson, with a time of 2:01.7. In other conference action, Scott Sorenson placed first in the mile, Robert Ralph placed 5th in the mile, Dennis Jensen won the conference pole vault, and Steve Nelson placed fifth in the high jump. With the eagerness of the team and plenty of practice, the 1984-1985 girls track team made effective use of the new track. Even with the few track members, Atkinson had an outstanding year. Mrs. Dolieslager worked tracksters hard, and, succeeded putting one of the girls, Val Wanket, in the state competition. In addition, Lisa Bicket broke three of the schools records this year. This earned her the Most Improved Award at the Atkinson High School Athletic Banquet. Also at the banquet, they handed out many awards to Atkinson’s track team. This year, the girls track squad did an outstanding job. Upper Right: 1985 Girls Track Squad, Row 1: Lisa Bickett, Darcy Verbeck, Shelly Craine. Row 2: Ronelle Floming, Nancy Simon, Coach Dolieslager. Row 3: Val Wanckett, Audrey Sherbeyn. Above: Scott Sorenson pulls ahead of a pack of Annawan Braves. Lower Right: Roger Reiling, Faster than a speeding bullet! 48 1985 Track Effort Top Left: 1985 Boys Track Squad, Row 1: Roger Reiling, Dennis Jensen, Tom Patten, Mike Klockenga. Row 2: Bruce Van Herzeele, Bobby Erickson. Chad Johnson, Scott Sorenson, Steve Nelson. Up A Tree: Coach Bandy, Scott Roman, Rob Ralph. Top Right: Dennis Jensen takes off for a 13 foot vault. Lower Left: Audret Sherbeyn races neck and neck with an opponent. Lower Right: Val Wancket hands off to Steve Nelson. 49 1984-85 Tiger Scoreboard Varsity Football Tiskilwa 7 Atkinson 6 Atkinson 22 LaMoille 16 Atkinson 18 Depue 15 Atkinson 12 Tampico 6 Bradford 39 Atkinson 6 Buda-Western 32 Atkinson 14 Manluis 28 Atkinson 0 Annawan 48 0 Fresh-Soph. Football Tampico Manlius 32 28 Atkinson Atkinson Vanity Volleyball Atkinson vs Wyoming 15-8.15-11 won Tampico vs Atkinson 15-10.4-15,15-17 lost Tiskilwa vs Atkinson 2-15,2-15 lost Annawan vs Atkinson 9-15,11-15 lost DePue vs Atkinson 8-153 15 lost Bradford vs Atkinson 11-15.2-15 lost Atkinson vs Manlius 15-12,15-7 won l aMoille vs Atkinson 3-15,2-15 lost Wyanet vs Atkinson 1-15.0-15 lost Ohio vs Atkinson 4-15,11-15 lost Atkinson vs Western 15-3,15-17.15-8 won Atkinson vs Walnut 15-6.15-5 won Junior Varsity Volleyball 12 0 Vanity Boy's Basketball Neponset 63 Atkinson 56 Fresh Soph Boys Basketball Erie 62 Atkinson 47 Atkinson 59 Cambridge 56 Neponset 34 Atkinson 32 Wyoming 64 Atkinson 56 Erie 50 Atkinson 29 Atkinson 50 Tampico 41 Cambridge 51 Atkinson 36 Tiskilwa 57 Atkinson 45 Wyoming 47 Atkinson 27 Galva 74 Atkinson 49 Atkinson 47 Tampico 37 LaMoille 60 Atkinson 58 Atkinson 24 Tiskilwa 18 LaSalle-Peru 79 Atkinson 56 Atkinson 48 Galva 41 Annawan 62 Atkinson 48 Atkinson 49 Annawan 43 Atkinson 62 Walnut 67 Atkinson 33 Annawan 29 DePue 78 Atkinson 65 Bradford 48 Atkinson 33 Annawan 55 Atkinson 52 Atkinson 49 Manlius 40 Bradford 78 Atkinson 68 Atkinson 42 LaMoille 38 Atkinson 72 Manlius 62 DePue 44 Atkinson 31 LaMoille 64 Atkinson 53 Atkinson 55 Ohio 46 DePue 58 Atkinson 53 Atkinson 51 Western 46 Ohio 86 Atkinson 66 Atkinson 54 W yanet 37 Western 58 Atkinson 55 Walnut 53 Atkinson 30 Wvanet 66 Atkinson 62 Atkinson 76 Walnut 71 Fresh Soph rournament. Regional Walnut 51 50 Atkinson 45 Bradford 37 Atkinson 54 V, yoming 50 IVC Tournament Atkinson vs Wyoming Atkinson vs Tampico Tiskilwa vs Atkinson Atkinson vs Anna wan Atkinson vs DePue Atkinson vs Bradford Atkinson vs Manlius Atkinson vs Wyanet Atkinson vs Ohio Western vs Atkinson Atkinson vs Walnut 15-5,15 3 15 9.15-10 11-153-15 15-6,10-15,15-1 15- 3.16 14 16- 14,0 15.16-9 15-9,15-5 11-15.15-11,15-4 15-6.15-6.15 12 15-6,15-11 15-7,15-11 Annawan vs Atkinson 3-15,15-10,5-15.15-2.4-15 Prophestown vs Atkinson 15-16,16-14,16-14 •IVC Conference Tournament at LaMoille ••IHSA Regional at Atkinson Vanity Girls Basketball Moline (Soph.) Atkinson Atkinson Atkinson Atkinson Cambridge Atkinson Atkinson Atkinson Atkinson Atkinson Atkinson Atkinson Atkinson Bradford Atkinson Atkinson Atkinson Riverdale Atkinson Atkinson •Atkinson Classic IVC Tourney at Wyoming Erie Regional Atkinson 45 Erie 50 58 44 34 45 49 64 69 67 59 51 49 61 63 47 52 45 53 64 44 53 60 Atkinson Annawan Cambridge Wethersfield Western Atkinson Wyoming Wyanet Galva Annawan Neponset LaMoille Wyoming Manlius Atkinson Bradford Ohio Walnut Atkinson Manlius Tampico Prophets town Atkinson Freshmen and Sophomore Girls Basketball Wethersfield Atkinson Cambridge Atkinson Atkinson Atkinson Atkinson Neponset Atkinson Atkinson Atkinson Atkinson Atkinson Atkinson Atkinson 39 43 33 42 44 50 42 23 34 34 45 36 26 39 42 41 52 30 44 37 48 44 49 30 Atkinson 26 38 Western 30 32 Atkinson 25 38 Wyoming 20 32 Wyanet 19 37 Galva 15 24 Annawan 12 41 Atkinson 34 35 LaMoille 25 40 Bradford 32 32 Ohio 20 30 Walnut 25 49 Riverdale 48 26 Manlius 16 24 Tampico 14 Boys Track Manluis 73 Atkinson 61 Tampico 92 Atkinson 49 Atkinson 78 Buda-Western 67 Bradford 77 Atkinson 61 Neponset 6 Annawan 101 Atkinson 42 Cambridge 89 Atkinson 51 Erie Invitational 5th Galva Relays 7th IVC Frosh Soph at LaMoille 7th IVC Varsity at Rock Falls 6th Tiskilwa Invitational 4th Tampico Invitational 4th Annawan Fresh-Soph Invitat. 9th ISHA Sectional at Tiskilwa Dennis Jensen 2nd in Pole Vault (12 6 ) Ralph. Patton, Sorenson, Johnson 2nd in 3200 m relay (8:21.4-new school record) Chad Johnson 5th in 800 m run (2H)2) ISHA State at Charleston Atkinson 15th out of 33 Girls Track Manlius 45 Atkinson 40 Tampico 86 Atkinson 26 Buds Western 65 Wethersfield 37 Atkinson 33 Bradford 67 Neponset 19 Atkinson 52 Annawan 103 Atkinson 27 Cambridge 96 Atkinson 31 IVC Fresh-Soph 6th IVC Varsity 7th ISHA Sectional Val Wancket 1st in 400m run (60.2) Val Wancket 1st in 200m run (27.0) ISHA State in Charleston Val Wancket 5th in 400m run (60.0) 50 ND NOT LET ANYONE ELSE HOLD YOU BACK. SPECIAL EVENTS Freshmen “Cluck” Their When everyone arrives at school for the first day there is a tension in the air. For freshmen, there is good reason ... they must face initiation at A.H.S. They are not worried about new rules, classes, or responsibilities, their concern is over what degree of humiliation they will face from the Seniors. “What will they do to us?”, “Why does it have to be us?”, “How horrible will it be?” — These are some of the questions that are going through their minds. When the time finally arrives to do the tasks it’s not as bad as they feared. Initiation turns out to be a time to have some fun and be wild, weird, and crazy. One of those tasks given to the freshmen was to bring food for the Seniors to eat during lunch. This included brownies, cookies, chips, almost everything one could think of that’s not good for the human body! The first day the girls were picked up at their houses at 6 a.m. They got to eat donuts and have juice at the park. Then the rest of the day they served as slaves for the Seniors. When they came as chickens one morning it was quite a sight to see! The last day they pertrayed the image of the freshman — the baby of the group. They also ate the food fit for the image. “Quite tasty!” , one of them said in total sarcasm. But, in three years the Class of 1988 will have its revenge. Upper Right: The freshmen girls show their version of the “chicken” mating call! Middle Right: Duck, Duck, Duck, ........... Goose!” exclaims Stacy. Lower Left: Drew and Tim reluctantly see their dreaded freshmen duties. Lower Right: “Open Wide, Michelle!” 52 Way Through Initiation Upper Left Timmy “Playgirls Playmate of the month!” Upper Right: The Freshman girls await their “TASTY” lunch. Lower Left: Want a Weinie, Stacy?” asks Vanessa, while Jodi looks on ahead. Lower Right: “Kathy’s in a Blue mood today because of her saggy diapers that leak!” Homecoming ’84 The bonfire was the least successful part of Homecoming that A.H.S. had this year. It’s roaring flames arrived two days after the fans had gathered around it to cheer. Better late than never. When everyone reached the school for “Tiger Night” they were ready to see some entertainment. There was a roar of laughter from the audience when the teachers did their skit with Clara Peller, from the Wendy’s commercials, portrayed by Mrs. Hewitt. Then the parents of the court did a skit which got quite a reaction from the audience. It showed what the court would be like in about 25 years. The theme of Homecoming this year was “eagle Busters” and “eagle Busters” A.H.S. students were. The Tigers won the football game with ease, 50-0. It was one of the first cold, very cold, nights, but the fans kept on cheering the Tigers on. Wyanet walked away in total defeat. The dance was enhanced by the all familiar band “Harliquin”. The atmosphere was perfect for the court as they were introduced. The reigning King and Queen were Jodi Obrecht and Brent Moens. Upper Right: Morey runs for the touchdown. Bottom Left: The cheerleaders show their spirit by doing the school song at tiger-night. Bottom Right: Karin tries to get off the ground but can’t quite make it. A “Flaming” Success! Upper Left: Stacy Roman and Joel Vandemore enjoy riding in the parade. Middle Left: Gert and Tim enjoy a nice game of catch. Middle Right: Mrs. Causemaker and her “pet” give a speech at tigemight. Bottom Left: Joe does his version of Breakdown. Bottom Right: Mrs. Magerkurth hands out mums during the homecoming game. 55 Dance Provides Perfect Top Right: Jodi and Kristi talk about the procedure of the crowning before they go on stage. Middle Left: Everyone gets down to some serious dancing. Middle Right: Joe and Ruth try to scream over the music at each other. Bottom right: Susan and Kelly are trying to use their reading ability that they learned at Atkinson. It doesn’t look like they’re too successful. Opposite Page; Top Left: “This decorating is great! Especially since we’re getting out of school to do it!’’ Top Right: Looks like everyone liked dancing to “Harlequin”. End To Homecoming Week Zhe 1984 Momecoming Court Left to Right: Escorts; Joel Vandemore, Bobby Ericson, Steve Sherbeyn, Troy Minnaert, Homecoming King; Brent Moens, Homecoming Queen; Jodi Obrecht, Senior Attendent; Kristi Price, Junior Attendent; Michelle Kirby, Sophomore Attendent; Angie VanDeRostyne, Freshmen Attendent; Stacy Roman. Play, Pizza And Pursuit Get The Christmas spirit started out in Atkinson High School with the Christmas play on December 1, 1984. This year the play was about Hansel and Gretel. Their stepmother sends them out to get firewood and they get lost. The father realizes the mother meant to loose them and he sends the mother away. The children come upon a gingerbread house, but don’t realize it’s owned by the witch. The witch captures them and fattens Hansel to roast him. They trick the witch and capture her in the oven. Then they proceed to confuse and exhaust her until she finally collapses. Everyone is then freed of her spell. The day before Christmas vacation turned out interesting. Some people went to Hillcrest Nursing Home to visit with the residents. Later they ate at Pizza Hut in Geneseo. Others stayed for the FHA and FFA parties. There was to be a movie. ‘The Outsiders’, but the movie didn’t work. So, everyone either played Trivial Pursuit or were involved in a basketball tournament, etc. The French II class went to Mrs. Behrens house for a french dinner. Some said it was a successful day and others felt they had been cheated because they lost out on seeing the movie. Top Left: Tom seems to be bored with Juli’s conversation. Top Right: It looks as though Nancy and Derek seem to be disagreeing, while Audrey and Mike seem a bit worried. Bottom Right: Is the pizza good Darcey? Bottom Left: The cast of Hansel and Gretel: from top Juli Hamer, Lisa Bickett, Karin Watters, Stacy Disterhoft, Ronelle Floming, Derek Welveart, Nancy Simon, Debbie Noord, Todd DeMay, Scott Snodgrass, Kendra Dolieslager, Audrey Sherbeyn, Mike Stanek, Beth Snodgrass. 58 AHS Ready For Christmas! Top Left: Ulanda helps the elderly while Mrs. Hewitt wants to play a game. Middle Left: Mr. Hepner tries to teach the kids how to play Trivial Pursuit, but it turned out the other way around. Bottom Left: Beth turns out to be a food witch, after she’s giving Mike a pepsi. Bottom Right: The students await eagerly for the movie, but it turned out that the video was broke. -Cast- ROBIN ROBIN (a bird) . Debbie Noord STIEFMUTTER (stepmother) ... Nancy Simon HANSEL ............Mike Stanek GRETEL ......... Audrey Sherbeyn FRITZ ..........Scott Snodgrass FRITZENE Kendra Dolieslager THE YOO-HOO CLOCK Todd DeMay PAPA Derek Welveart WITCH .......... Beth Snodgrass GINGER ........Stacy Disterhoft GINGERBREAD PEOPLE ...... Ronelle Floming Juli Hamer Lisa Bickett Karin Watters DIRECTOR: Mrs. Behrens ACCOMPANIST: Mrs. Nancy Noord CURTAINS: Scott Musich Sweetheart 1985: “Jungle This year the 1985 Sweetheart dance turned out pretty well despite some problems. The night started out with just a little snow, but soon it got out of control. There were people going in ditches, getting stuck, and just plain slick roads. Though there were some other problems along with the snow, everyone had a good time. There was no band, just a disc jockey, but he was really good. The theme was “Jungle Love” and it was. The highlight of the night was when Morey and Kelly were crowned King and Queen. With the help of Mrs. Magerkurth and Mr. Carr, the dance turned out to be a big success. Right: Kelly, Vanessa, and Ulanda show off for the camera. Zhe 1985 Sweetheart Court Escorts: Joel Vandemore, Bobby Ericson, King Morey Diericks, Scott Olson, Brent Moens. Attendants: Beth Snodgrass, Vanessa Neuleib, Ulanda Nelson, Jodi Obrecht, Queen Kelly Causemaker. 60 Love” Admit A Blizzard Top Left: Jodi, Susan, Kelly, Beth have a not so friendly discussion over who deserves to be queen. Top Right: Brett, Ulanda, and Scott have a chat between dances. Middle Left: Susan crowns Morey during Sweetheart crowning. Bottom Left: Joe and Lori show off. Below: Ulanda Nelson puts up some decorations. . _. Rathskeller Provides The Junior Senior Prom of 1985 was held on April 20, at the Sheffield Country Club. Everyone ate a buffet dinner after students arrived. Along with the Juniors and Seniors and their dates there were sixteen chaperones. Included in the chaperones were Mr. and Mrs. Dolieslager, Mr. and Mrs. Calsyn, some of the faculty and their spouses, and Junior parents. After the dinner we all waited for the wills and phophesy to be read. When it finally came time, everyone was quiet so they could listen. The wills were rather prolonging, but very intersting! The prophesy, everyone agreed, fit well with the lifestyles of the Seniors and how we would picture them in ten years time. Then the floor was cleared for dancing. The band, Rathskeller, from Champagne, was liked by one and all. No one seemed to be in much of a dancing mood, but we all enjoyed the music anyway. Some of the students would agree that the theme, “Lost in Love,” fit well with the mood they were in that night. Upper Right: Julie’s going to get 'em with the Kodak Disc. Lower Left: Ruth enjoys the wills! Lower Right: Junior Class President Tom Patton reads the prophesy. 62 Music For 1985 Prom Upper Left: Mr. and Mrs. I. boogie down to the music of Rathskeller. Upper Right: Everyone looks happy to be at prom. Lower Left: Steve struts around the floor to impress Val. The Class Of 1985 Accepts The Twenty-two men and women set out to receive the long awaited recognition they so well deserved by graduating from A.H.S. It was an event that will always hold a special place in their hearts. Valedictorian Dawn Kirby spoke to her classmates about how the diploma itself is not heavy, but it definitely holds “heavy” responsibilities. Salutatorian Beth Snodgrass based her speech on Lincoln’s Gettysburg Address. The Class of ’85 will always be remembered for the excitement they brought into the halls of A.H.S. Right: Valedictorian Dawn Kirby delivers her address to the class. Middle Left: The senior boys line up for the ceremony. Bottom Left: Susan Buysse makes some last minute adjustments. Lower Right: Tom Hahn and Dawn Kirby enter the gym with a look of confidence. Responsibility Of Adulthood Top: Mrs. Hewitt brings the class down the hall for the beginning of graduation. Middle Left: Bruce VanHerzeele accepts his diploma from School Board member Tom Van Vooren. Middle Right: Jodi Obrecht receives her award from Mr. Calsyn. Lower Left: Beth Snodgrass speaks to her fellow classmates. Lower Right: “Relax everyone, it’s all over!!!” 65 1985 AWARD WINNERS Dawn Kirby: Valedictorian, Runner-up for the American Legion Award. Mary Ann Becker Citizenship Award. Laura Fulton Peterson Scholarship Susie Carmichael Scholarship, Illinois State Scholar. Beth Snodgrass: Salutatorian. American Legion Award, Illinois State Scholar, Senate Scholarship from Monmouth College. Jodi Obrecht: Honor Student. DAR Award. PTC Scholar- ship. Jodi King Casteel: Honor Student. SAA Scholarship ard. Illinois State Scholar. Morey Diericks: Dekalb Senior Award Kl Boh Ericson: Runner-Up for the American Legion Award. Joel Vanda More: American .u,k Aw’,d TCjr . ■' vi Atkinson High School Class Of 1985 66 FOR FAME AND FORTUNE, LOVE AND HONOR “Bits On Bytes From Bikes” BIKE’S COMPUTE SERVICES 508 N. State St. Atkinson, IL. 61235 Phone (309) 936-7849 JIT Kip Sleaford KIP’S KUSTOM KAR WORKS Auto Body Custom Painting Phone (309) 288-6771 Mineral, IL. 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