Auburn High School - Bulldog Yearbook (Auburn, NE)

Text from Pages 1 - 120 of the 1981 volume:

The Bulldog 1981 Auburn High School Auburn, Nebraska Contents Faculty ................... 7 Student Life ............. 19 Sports ................... 51 Students ................. 71 2 school year unique Uniqueness was a key to those personalities working together at AHS during the 1980-1981 school year. Faculty, administrators, and students added their special efforts to provide a personal quality to each activity. From classroom work to extra-curricular activities, individuality was stressed. Climaxing the year was the graduating of eighty-three individuals on May 17. 3 4 CLOCKWISE FROM TOP LEFT: 1. Dancers enjoy a homecoming tune. 2. “The guys play it cool on the bleachers. 3. Locker room doors display neatness of their owners. 4. Dave Allgood and Mike Halkens stroll through the lunch room. 5. Performing for a convocation is the swing choir. 6. Senior David Choate meets with the recruiters on career night. 7. Getting in a fast 18 holes after school are golf team members Bob Bates and Brent Jorgensen. 5 CLOCKWISE FROM ABOVE: 1. Drill team practices on the football field before the first halftime show. 2. Industrial art displays are lined up for fine arts fair. 3. Displaying a rugby cake are fellow team members. 4. Faculty and students watch the return of the American hostages after 444 days In Iran. New counselor and Supt. join staff Auburn Senior High aquired four new staff members. Joining the staff were new superintendent Kenneth Fossen, Counselor William Hakonson, English teacher Bryan Ferris, Home Ec. instructor Gay Windhorst. Superintendent Fossen has a degree in law also working for a doctorate in education. Mr. Hakonson previously taught at Creighton Nebraska. Mr. Hakonson is currently occupied with psychology class and guidance duties. Mr. Ferris is teaching English and assisting in basketball and football. Teaching in her first year is Home Ec. teacher Miss Windhorst. 8 CLOCKWISE FROM BELOW: 1. Nurse Albright takes a rest from filing a health report. 2. Janel Clark laughs at one of the office girl's jokes. 3. Mr. Lohrberg looks at the school board's agenda. 4. Auburns's new counselor, Mr. Hakonson talks with a student's parent. 5. The 1980-81 school board consists of. from left to right: Dick Hahn. John Crotty. Dick Alden. Ross Adams. Guy Grafton, secretary Shelly Lambert, absent Glenn Witzenburg. 6. Superintendent Mr. Fossen accepts cross country's state trophy. 7. Working on schedule changes is Mrs. Kipling. 9 Practical fine arts create imagination CLOCKWISE FROM ABOVE: 1. Mr. Thacker takes a break from his art class. 2. Mr. Peterson discusses shop materials with a salesman. 3. Home Ec. class is successful as Miss Windhorst enjoys her first year. 4. Mr. Ramp relaxes during his band class. 5. Explaining music is Mr. Werning. 6. Mr. Peterson points out the use of a finely sprocket clamp. 7. Working on the hack saw is shop teacher Mr. Abrams. 10 Faculty teaches of life on the outside CLOCKWISE FROM ABOVE: 1. Helping Dianna Blex with a problem is business teacher Mrs. Reeves. 2 Mrs. Vaughn enjoys free time from pep club sponsorship and typing class. 3. Mr. Kearney takes roll during government class. 4. Mr. Peterson and Mr. Kearney watch over lunch room activities. 5. While preparing his list of films. Mr. Spear takes a moment to relax. 6. Mr. Russ pauses to answer a question while lecturing to his American History students. 7. Glancing up from his typing work on Continuing Education is Mr. Beery. 8. Mrs. Reeves works intently on her daily lesson plans. English classes stress fundamentals COUNTER CLOCKWISE FROM ABOVE: 1. Looking up from her librarian duties is Mrs. Hutton. 2. Mr. Ferris previews a film for his English class. 3. Mrs. Eickhoff prepares materials for her Occupational Education class. 4. Developing yearbook pictures is Mr. Falter. 5. Typing Spanish materials is Mrs. Marnell who also gave birth to a baby boy later in October. 6. Mrs. Allen shows the proper form of a term paper to Dianna Blex. 7. Reciting English materials to her class is Mrs. Allen. 8. Mr. Falter laughs at a remark from a journalism student. 15 Math and Science develops curiosity CLOCKWISE FROM ABOVE: 1. Explaining a new Algebra concept is Mr. Smith. 2. Mr. Wetenkamp watches another experiment go up In smoke. 3. Mr. Huttom points out an Honors Math problem to Tanya Gilliland and Brett Schneider. 4. Helping John Williams during Biology is Mr. Bennett. P.E. teachers teamwork COUNTERCLOCKWISE FROM ABOVE: 1. Coach Cordes and Coach Ferris show concern during a Bulldog game. 2. Watching over his P.E. class is Mr. Cordes. 3. Coach Birdsley studies the volleyball statistics. 17 ■ Kitchen begins new lunch program 18 Bulldogs go Hawaiian for homecoming The 1980 Homecoming theme was Hawaiian Luau. During the week there were many acitivies to raise spirit. Among these were the inches of spirit contest won by the freshmen, hat day, security day and inside-out day. The pep rally was held in the east parking lot with guest speaker Dale Thomas. Various skits were also performed. A damper was put on the evening as the Bulldog football team was defeated 28-15 by the Tecumseh Indians. During halftime of the game, Alicia Teten was crowned homecoming queen by Pep Club President Joyce Mellage. The dance was held at the high school with music provided by Daddy Warbucks. At intermission Queen Alicia Teten crowned Randy Simpson homecoming king. i 20 CLOCKWISE FROM LEFT: 1. The reining king and queen Randy Simpson and Alicia Teten dance the traditional court dance. 2. The 1980 royalty, front row. left to right: Debbie Heidzig, Tanya Gilliland, Shari Vaughn, and Valarie Fitzsimmons. Back row: John Henning, Jim Genoa, Randy Simpson, Alicia Teten, Tim Niemann, and Jeff Filbrandt. 3. Greg Chapin and Julie Coatney dance to the beat of Daddy Warbucks. 4. Joyce Mellage crowns Alicia Teten the 1980 homecoming queen as SAB Vice-President Brett Scheinder and Robert Teten look on. 5. Mrs. Simpson and Randy express their pleasure after the crowning of the king. 6. One of the many homecoming decorations is an over-sized banana. 7. Liz chase and Bert Cole “boogie” to the music. 8. Members of the 1980 homecoming court, left to right: Shari Vaughn. Valarie Fitzsimmons. Alicia Teten. Tanya Gilliland, and Debbie Heidzig watch the game from the sidelines. 21 Fall play scores with “Curious Savage” Ten million dollars and greedy stepchildren set the stage for the fall play “The Curious Savage.” The play is about a widow who is left ten million dollars by her husband; she is left to do what she wants with it; There is one catch: the stepchildren are also trying to con the money from her. Finding that they wouldn’t be receiving any money, they commit her to a “sanatorium”. While committed, she learns the inmates are more “sane” than the outside world. Cast members were: Steve Bath, Shelly Eash, Shauna Johnson, Doug Kampe, David Kimball, Lisa Krueger, Brenda Lash, Greg Pippert, Lisa Pratt, Steve Shannon, Suzanne Slater. CLOCKWISE FROM TOP LEFT: 1. Suzanne Slater dines on Shauna Johnson’s arm as Doug Kampe looks on. 2. Barry Baldwin, the bear, sits in on a rehearsal to memorize his lines. 3. Members of the family discover their mother has hidden her inheritance. 4. Cast members rehearse a scene from inside the sanatorium. 22 Spring play gives “The Full Treatment” Discovery of a marriage which has lasted for light years prompts a newspaper to publicize the elderly couple and shower them with gifts; they were given the “Full Treatment.” Members of the cast were: Steve Bath, Chris Bratcher, Jennifer Deselms, John Henning, Shauna Johnson, Doug Kampe, Dave Kimball, Lisa Krueger, Greg Pippert, Lisa Pratte, and Suzanne Slater. COUNTER CLOCKWISE FROM ABOVE. 1. Cast members listen while Chris Bratcher recites his lines during the spring play practice. 2. Doug Kampe and Steve Bath practice a speech to be given at a banquet. 3. Dave Kimball argues with Lisa Krueger as Steve Bath, Jennifer Deselms and Lisa Pratte look on. 4. John Henning puts the moves on Shauna Johnson. 5. Suzanne Slater, as the nurse, helps Steve Bath from his chair. 23 The pep club had another busy year that began by selling popcorn at all home football games. Cake raffles were held during basketball season, and a potluck dinner climaxed the year’s activities. The highlight was the sponsorship of homecoming and spirit week, which included hat day, sweat’em out day, Hawaiian day, inside-out day, and security day. COUNTERCLOCKWISE FROM TOP RIGHT: 1. Pep club officers for 80-81: left to right, back row, Jenny Vlack. historian; Peggy Allgood, secretary; Amy Goering, treasurer; front row, Cara Fritsch, vice-president; Joyce Mellage, president. 2. Dave Barton demonstrates different disco dance. 3. Peggy Allgood and Don Horton enjoy the pep club sponsored homecoming dance. 4. Cheerleaders electrify crowd during home volleyball game. 5. Referees stop action for enthusiastic cheer. 24 Election of officers highlights pep club 25 FCA members join hands in fellowship With the help from Mr. John Wetenkamp the Fellowship of Christian Athletes expanded their 81” activities. The group met once a week to discuss a Biblical chapter, sing songs, and enjoy refreshments. Trips were taken to Omaha where members attended concerts by Roger Cooper and comedian Mike Warnke. FCA spent a weekend in Fremont at the Weekend of Champions” competing with other FCA teams. The year ended with FCA hosting a Fun and Games night and a cookout. TOP TO BOTTOM: 1. Members of FCA hold hands and pray at the end of a meeting. 2. Brenda Lash, Teresa Darling. Delane Durham, and Vickie Colgrove enjoy a discussion. 26 The Math Science Club had a very successful year. The club raised money through their concession stand and by holding their annual soup supper and bake sale. New members were initiated during the ceremony at the middle school. Members attended meetings throughout the school year. The club is going to Washington D.C. this year. Math Science bakes their way to D.C. CLOCKWISE FROM TOP LEFT: 1. Math Science officers: Rich Alden, treasurer; Jim Genoa, second-vice president; Kathy Reeves, secretary; John Henning, first vice-president; Tanya Gilliland, president. 2. Serving drinks at the annual soup supper are Kathy Reeves and Shauna Johnson. 3. Glen Peaslee pours water at the supper. 4. On clean-up crew is Steve Bath. 27 Trip to Lincoln highlights year for FHA FHA expanded activities to a variety of areas this past year. Members began the year with a Fall picnic and attended the district FHA convention at Filley. During the winter months they operated the concession stand during basketball games and ended the first semester with a Christmas party. Culminating the year was a trip to the state FHA convention at Lincoln and a spring camp-out, where new officers were installed. TOP TO BOTTOM: 1. Officers and installation team for 1981-82 are left to right: Diana Palmerton, Sue Hannaford. Karen Palmerton, Jodee Filbrandt, Suzie Fulton, Kris Haith, Liz Rider, and Rhonda Gentert. 2. Diana Palmerton whips up a special salad. 3. Members enjoy a banquet at the district convention at Filley. Spanish Club explores foreign cultures Spanish Club explored the many interesting cultures of the Mexican, South America and Spain. They made pinatas and had several fiestas. The members of the club went to Omaha and ate in the Old Market. Afterward they went to Gizmos and to the various other shops. Back in school, posters and murals were made to decorate the classroom. The officers for Spanish Club are: president-Tari Stich, vice-president-Janet Cope, secretary-Kathy Reeves. CLOCKWISE FROM LOWER LEFT: 1. Spanish Club poses for a portrait at their Mardi Gras celebration. 2. Kathy Reeves adjusts her costume for the club portrait. 3. Janet Cope. Greg Pippert and Tari Stich stand in front of Gizmos in the Old Market. 4. Some of Spanish Club stand outside a Mexican restaurant in Omaha. 29 Student Advisory Board issues letters SAB finished the ’80-81 year on a high note. The group was responsible for convocations and the establishment of the academic letter distribution. To be eligible for an academic letter a student must have been on the honor roll the third and fourth quarters of the previous school year and the first and second of the present year. The SAB members are: Shari Vaughn-president, Brett Schneider-vice-president, John Henning, Chris Delay and Julie Whisler-sr. class reps., Kathy Reeves, Brenda Lash, Vickie Colgrove-jr. class reps., Doug Kampe, Shauna Johnson, Peg Allgood-soph, class reps., Penny Taylor, Steve Patras-frosh. reps. CLOCKWISE FROM ABOVE: 1. John Henning listens intently to suggestions by Shari Vaughn. 2. Doug Kampe, Peggy Allgood. Steve Patras, and Penny Taylor direct their attention to Mr. Hakonson's advice. 3. Kathy Reeves, Brenda Lash, Shari Vaughn, and Chris Delay consider possible convocations. 4. Students and parents participate in college night, a SAB sponsored activity. 30 Riverside Junction displayed their singing ability at various community functions at Wheeler Inn, Legion Club and the FHA Convention at Filley. At the District Music Contest on April 25, they received a superior rating. The annual swing choir concert was held on April 13. The Swing Choir ended by performing for the grade schools. Members of the swing choir were: Steve Bath, Susan Bath, Jerry Boden, Chris Bratcher, Vickie Colgrove, Chris DeLay, Cara Fritch, Debbie Heidzig, John Henning, Shauna Johnson, Dave Kimball, Tom Leiwer, Greg Pippert, Cara Ramsey, Suzanne Slater. COUNTERCLOCKWISE FROM LEFT: 1. Swing Choir performs at district music contest. 2. Singing “American Folk Trilogy’' at all school convocation is the swing choir. 3. Auburn swing choir finalize by singing “My Sweet Lady”. 4. Musicians that back up the swing choir are Doug Kampe bass guitar. Lisa Kruger, drums and Mr. Werning, piano. Beach boys routine rocks swing choir 31 Superior rating goes to concert choir Mr. Werning’s first year at Auburn brought the school a superior rating at districts. Many students won individual honors at districts. Shelly Eash received a II for her performance in the girls’ high voice. Susan Bath earned a I in the girls’ low voice. Steve Bath and Chris Bratcher each won a superior for the boys’ low voice. The boys’ octet took a superior as did the girls’ triple trio. The choir also made an appearance at the Christian Church for the annual Christmas concert. They also had a spring concert at the middle school in May. At that time, Susan Bath was presented with the Choir Award. Members of the concert choir were: Steve Bath. Susan Bath. Jerry Boden. Chris Bratcher. Janet Byfield, Kristy Clark. Vicki Colgrove. Yolanda Cholate. Mike Condit, Teresa Darling. Chris Delay. Shelly Eash, Cara Fritsch, Doug George. Melanie Glen, Janet Edgerton. Sue Hannaford. Debbie Heidzig. John Henning. Shauna Johnson. Bob Jones. David Kimball. Jeff Kistner. Lisa Krueger. Brenda Lash. Tom Liewer. Robb Mowery. Karen Palmerton. Greg Pippert, Cara Ramsey. Kevin Schlange. Lynn Schmidt. Tonya Shoopman. Dan Sikyta. Suzanne Slater. Kelly Smith Loree Sowards. Tamie Springer. Tari Stitch. Don Horton. Blaine Jorgensen. Instrumentalists were: Charlie Allen. Tracy Brettman. David Choate. Gwen Jantzen. George Nincehelser. and Roger Struampler. Members of the mixed choir were: Tammy Allen. Jeff Allgood. Jody Allgood. Peggy Allgood. Greg Andrew. Eric Armstrong. Karla Armstrong. Kim Armstrong. Pam Armstrong. Bob Bates. Renae Bohling. Bronda Bollinger. Priscilla Cahill. Scott Capps. Tim Chapin. Cheryl Chrisman. Chrys Chrisman. Irene Critser. Delane Durham. Beth Elya. Rick Falk. Rhonda Gentert. Mike Gerdes. Renae Gerdes. Amy Goering, Sara Grafton. Kathy Hamanna. Danny Hatten. Kerri Henderson. Kathy Husing. Kristi Hytrek. Jenell Jones. John Jones. Brent Jorgensen. Doug Kampe. Beth Kernes. Julie Liewer. Michele Lockwood. Beth Majors. Juliann Moerer. Susan Myers. Jim North. Diana Palmerton. Steve Patras. Lisa Pratte. Liz Rider. Dan Snodgrass. Cathy Sowards. Penny Taylor. Leslie Taylor. Julie Williams. Curtis Witzenberg. Debbie Bombardier. Jodie Graves, and Kim Jones. Instrumentalists were: Carla McMichen and Brenda Lash. CLOCKWISE FROM LEFT: 1 Swing choir performs at district in the media center. 2. Members of boys’ octet sing for their I rating. 3. The concert choir presents its superior” music. 4 Girls’ triple trio members prepare to sing. 5. Freshmen-Sophomore swing choir performs at district. 33 Bulldog band Highlighting the year for the Bulldog band and drill team was a May trip to St. Louis where they marched in the Valley of the Flowers parade. Band students also participated in the District II music contest. Earning a superior rating were: Blaine Jorgensen, Linda Vollertson, and Janet Edgerton-saxaphone trio; Denise Bollen, Gwen Jantzen, Vickie Colgrove, and Janis Hollenbeck-mixed clarinet quartet; Chris Delay-tympani; Blaine Jorgensen-tenor sax; and the stage band. The drill team remained active throughout the marching season. Members of band: Rich Alden, Charles Allen, Jeff Allgood, Jody Allgood, Eric Armstrong, Lannette Ayres, Susan Bath, Bob Bates, Steve Baumhover, Paul Berger, Brenda Birdsley, Jerry Boden, Jon Bohling, Annette Bolen, Denise Bolen, Tracy Brettman, Jan Brueggman, Priscilla Cahill, Elizabeth Chase, David Choate, Vickie Colgrove, Mike Comstock, Teresa Darling, Chris Delay, Jennifer Deselms, Brad Diekhoff, Delane Durham, Janet Edgerton, Dave Edwards, Rick Falk, Jay Fischer, Jim Genoa, Mike Gerdes, Renae Gerdes, Ginnie Glen, Melanie Glen, Amy Goering, Chad Hahn, Shan Hahn, Janis Hollenbeck, Kathy Husing, Andrew Jacobsen, Richard Jenkins, Jenelle Jones, Blaine Jorgensen, Brent Jorgensen, Doug Kampe, Jim Kleine, Lisa Krueger, Amy Lewellen, Julie Liewer, Tom Liewer, Beth Majors, Carla McMichen, Gary McMichen, Joyce Mellage, Juliann Moerer, George Nincehelser, Gary Oldfield, Steve Patras, Glenn Peaslee, Cara Ramsey, Kathy Reeves, Mike Root, Lynn Schmidt, Steve Shannon, Brian Smith, Loree Sowards, Penny Taylor, Leslie Thomas, Jenny Vlach, Linda Volersten, Jo Williams, John Willians, Peggy Witzenberg. Members of flag corps: Bronda Bollinger, Janet Cope, Chris Delay, Valarie Fitzsimmons, Ginnie Glen, Melaiie Glen, Kathy Husing, Julie Liewer, Cara Ramsey, Kathy Reeves, Tonya Shoopman, Tari Stich, Penny Taylor, Jenny Vlach. 34 CLOCKWISE FROM TOP LEFT: 1. Auburn’s drill team marches to the cadence of the high school marching band. 2. Carla McMichen prepares to play her flute solo for the District II music contest. 3. Concert band performs for an eager audience at districts. 4. Pep band rallies support for the basketball team. 5. Majorettes Susan Bath and Gwen Jantzen lead the AHS marching band for a local parade. 6. The band warms up for a practice session. 7. The mixed clarinet quartet practies for their performance at districts. 35 Stage band receives superior rating Stage band members include: Rich Alden. Charlie Allen. Paul Berger. Jerry Boden. Tracy Brettmann. Alan Brueggmen, David Choate. Janet Edgerton, Jim Genoa, Blaine Jorgensen. Doug Kampe. Jim Kliene. Lisa Kruger, Gary Oldfield. Linda Vollersten, John Williams. FROM TOP TO BOTTOM: 1. Paul Ramp conducts stage band practice before the spring concert. 2. Percussion section of the stage band include Lisa Kruger electric piano and Doug Kampe bass guitar. 3. 1980-81 stage band performs at their spring concert. Stage band presented a concert in the spring and also earned a superior rating in the District II contest. Linda Vollertsen was voted outstanding stage band member by the rest of the members. 36 Art students “draw up” club charter Art took a new turn at Auburn this year with the establishment of an Art Club. One of the club’s first projects was to paint a mural at the Good Samaritan Center. Classes were also expanded to include pottery, crafts, drawing, art, and individual study. CLOCKWISE FROM LEFT: 1. Art club members putting the final touches on their mural are Julie Edwards. Kim Armstrong, Terry Jones, and Yolanda Choate. 2. Mr. Thacker watches over his class. 3. Discussing the requirements of the new Art Club are Doug Hutson. Paul Berger. Greg Chapin. Mr. Thacker. Vicki Westerfield, and Shelly Smith. 37 Vocational classes build on the future Vocational trades were busy in the 1981 year preparing students for their future. Shop classes offered vocational carpentry, vocational building, mechanical drawing, general metals, and drafting. These classes aided students planning to enter mechanical trades. Miss Windhorst taught home economics students showing them ideas ranging from cooking to planning weddings. Other courses offered included fashion design, family planning and sewing. FROM TOP TO BOTTOM: 1. Lanny Smith, Brian Bradley, and Gary Oldfield learn survival in the kitchen. 2. Discussing the next step is Kristy Clark. Kelly Smith and Karen Palmerton. 3. Andrew Jacobsen concentrates while working with an acetylene torch. 38 Business students place 3rd at Peru AHS business students finished the season by competing at the Peru State College business contest. Students earning places at the contest were Mike Snodgrass, who placed third in typing 2. Tari Stitch was the other award winner as she placed third in shorthand 1. COUNTER CLOCKWISE FROM ABOVE: 1. Diana Reeves and Tonya Shoopman practice using the dictaphones in office practice. 2. Finishing her packet. JoAnn Beatty files final invoices. 3. Mrs. Reeves’s aid. Valarie Fitzsimmons corrects record keeping papers. 4. Mike Henderson tries hard to do well on a 5 minute timed writing. 39 The ’81 Bulldog staff combined hard work and determination to produce this year's annual. Staff members used ingenuity to implement the theme throughout the book. Teamwork was a necessity but the students’ own individuality was very eminent. Photographers used areas of community interest to catch groups such as the class officers on camera. In addition to putting together the annual, students learned the finer points of camera operation and development of film. Bulldog Staff exhibits individuality TOP TO BOTTOM: 1. Staff members David Capps, Loree Sowards, Alicia Teten, Debbie Heidzig, Suzie Fulton enjoy researching old yearbooks. 2. Forming an upside-down inverted pyramid are top to bottom: Julie Coatney. Shari Vaughn, Denise Bollen, J.C. Voss. David Choate. Rick Gulizia, Jeff Filbrandt. Scott Hannaford, Randy Simpson. Mike Apple. 3. Dark room workers Lynn Schmidt. Janet Edgerton, Tanya Gilliland. 4. Pyramid falls with ‘back to work orders. 40 Variety offers student opportunities Variety of classes offered students many opportunities to express themselves and to test life experiences. From lab work to social values, students were introduced to learning as a personal involvement. TOP TO BOTTOM: 1. Cara Fritsch works long hours in the science lab. 2. Girls in home economics experiment with Mary Kay Cosmetics. 3. Students enjoy a mock wedding. 41 42 Bath’s interp. places 6th in State Speech contestants participated in three contests during the year: the Nebraska City Invitational, the district II, and state contest. Steve Bath received a superior in poetry reading at District and qualified for State where he placed sixth in the finals. CLOCKWISE FROM ABOVE: 1. Lisa Pratte delivers her interpretation of prose. 2. Jeff Kistner and Tom Liewer exchange tips on speeches. 3. Practicing on interpretation of poetry are Shauna Johnson and Steve Bath. 4. Rehearsing readers theatre are Lisa Krueger, Lisa Pratte, Shauna Johnson, and Steve Bath. 5. Greg Pippert and Suzanne Slater do a romantic dip for duet acting. Juniors take over county for a day The annual county government day was again successful as 30 juniors from Auburn took part. Students participating learned the basic functions of the office in which they were elected. The event was sponsored by American Legion Post 23. Students taking part were: County Commissioner- Paul Berger. Rich Alden; County Assessor - Darren Lunzmann. Gwen Jantzen; County Attorney - Mike Snodgrass. Vickie Colgrove; County Clerk - Teresa Darling. Kristy Clark; Clerk of the District Court - Jenny Vlack, Cindy Horvath; County Sheriff - Dave Kimball. Dan Bridgewater; County Superintendent of Schools - Mike Comstock. Lanny Smith; County Surveyor - Mark McConnaughey. Greg Pippert; County Treasurer - Kelly Smith. Suzanne Slater; County Judge - Ron Mowery. Jeff Kistner; Associate Judge - Gary Oldfield. Don Horton; County Extension Agent - Brenda Lash. Robert Jones; County Welfare Officer - Kathy Reeves. Sue Hannaford; County Health Director - Denise Bollen, Steve Shannon. CLOCKWISE FROM LEFT: 1. Boys' Stater Jim Genoa pauses with Girls’ State members Tanya Gilliland and Cara Fritsch. They all attended state last year and were invited to County Government Day. 2. Lanny Smith and Mike Comstock participate in the signing of legal documents. 3. Kristy Clark. Jeff Kistner. Darren Lunzmann. and Jenny Vlach take a recess from their duties. 4. Jeff Kistner. Gary Oldfield. Ron Mowery. and Don Horton listen to the instructions given them. 42 Honor society holds night induction Six seniors and ten juniors were inducted into the National Honor Society during the first ceremony to be held in the evening. Members were selected on the basis of outstanding service, leadership, character and scholarship. Last year’s members who helped with the ceremony were: Cara Fritsch, Jim Genoa, Tonya Gilliland, Melanine Glen, and John Henning. New senior members were: Ronda Bohling, Julie Coatney, Chris Delay, Susan Eckert, Brett Schneider, and Shari Vaughn. Juniors inducted were: Rich Alden, Vickie Colgrove, Gwen Jantzen, Blaine Jorgensen, Brenda Lash, George Nincehelser, Greg Pippert, Kathy Reeves, Suzanne Slater, and Mike Snodgrass. TOP TO BOTTOM: 1. Members line-up tor recognition. Jim Genoa lights the scholarship candle as his part of t cererrfony3 Superin,endem Fosse begins the induct!: 44 Students receive variety of honors CLOCKWISE FROM BELOW: 1. Academic letter winners top row left to right. John Williams. Mike Meyers. Lisa Krueger. Doug Kampe, Shauna Johnson. Kathy Hamann. Julie Edwards. Annette DeBuhr. Irene Critser. Second row. Brenda Lash. Blaine Jorgensen. Chris Wiggs. Mike Snodgrass, Greg Pippert, George Nincehelser, Gwen Jantzen. Lisa Cline. Rich Alden. Front row, Tonya Shoopman, Brett Schneider. Melanie Glen. Tanya Gilliland. Julie Coatney, Ronda Bohling. 2. Winners of the music awards from left to right: Susan Bath, outstanding vocal student; Linda Vollertsen, stage band award; Chris DeLay. outstanding band student. 3. Shauna Johnson works with math problems which earned her a first place at Creighton University and a fourth place at Northwest Missouri State University. 4. Computer team. Left to right. Mr. Hutton. Phil Miller. George Nincehelser. Blaine Jorgensen places first at NWMSU. 45 Juniors build ancient Rome in one day .•vvu Ancient Rome was the theme for the 1981 prom. The guests were ushered by the sophomore waitresses and waiters attired in their Roman costumes. Senior class president Julie Whisler and junior class president Dave Kimball delivered speeches. Other entertainment was provided by the duet of Suzanne Slater and Dave Kimball. Music for the dance was provided by Alias. 46 CLOCKWISE LEFT TO RIGHT: 1. Robb Mowery and Cara Ramsey enjoy the music being played at Jr.-Sr. PROM. 2. Brad Harms takes a quick glance at the camera while reminiscing. 3. Charlie Allen. Bill Westerfield and Vickie Colgrove converse while dancing. 4. Paul Berger. Gwen Jantzen and other couples take a serious moment for future memories. 5. Suzanne Slater and Vickie Colgrove take a break during prom decoration. 6. Sophomore serves for Jr.-Sr. Prom are: Doug Kampe. Mike Gerdes. Rollie Clark. Tracy Brettman, Charlie Allen. Cara Ramsey. Kathy Hamann. Tami Allen. Peggy Allgood. Amy Goring. 7. Senior president Julie Whisler addresses junior president Dave Kimball and the rest of the banquet members. 8. Preparing the entryway are Teresa Darling, Tom Liewer, Steve Shannon. Denise Bollen, and Don Horton. 9. Mr. Thacker, Greg Pippert. George Nincehelser, and John George consult about south wall decorations. 47 April 20 was the date for the annual athletic banquet held for the first time at the Eagles’ Club. During the evening coaches presented awards and letters to all deserving athletes. Highlighting the evening was the speech given by Nebraska’s head football coach Tom Osborne. Sport banquet honors Bulldog athletes 48 CLOCKWISE FROM TOP LEFT: 1. Scott Hannaford returns to his seat with the Rotary club’s basketball trophy. 2. Accepting the Kiwanis club football trophy is Randy Simpson. 3. Chris Delay is first recipient of the Julie “Moe” Catlet memorial trophy. 4. Alicia Teten proudly displays her junior women’s club volleyball trophy. 5. Carrying the Dave Swinney Memorial trophy is Sterling Haynes. 6. Receiving the Young Women's Club basketball award is Tonya Shoopman. 7. Weight-lifter Rich Alden accepts the first 'Lifter of the Year award from coach Cordes. 8. Watching with interest the awards presentation are the guest speaker Tom Osborne and Sterling Haynes. Osborne speaks at awards banquet CLOCKWISE FROM BELOW: 1. Mr. Spear gives final speech as coach at AHS. 2. Coach Osborne addresses the crowd on his philosophy of coaching. 3. Trophy winners display their awards. 51 Auburn’s young cross country team, led by coach Dennis Brady, traveled to Kearney to take the school’s first state championship in cross country. This was the second state title in Auburn’s history. The varsity team, all of whom were underclassmen consisted of Bryan Clark, Tim Spear, Brian Bradley, Chris Wiggs, and David Voss. The reserve runners were Mike Condit, Sterling Haynes, Tom Thompson, Steve Patras, Andrew Jacobsen, Steve Thompson, Eric Armstrong and Lanny Smith. TOP TO BOTTOM: 1. Tim Spear shows drive needed for the finish line. 2. Cross country team gets a good start at the Falls City meet. 3. Varsity cross country team (back row, left to right) Bryan Clark, Tim Spear. Brian Bradley, front row: Chris Wiggs, David Voss. 4. Cross country reserves (back row, left to right) Mike Condit, Sterling Haynes. Tom Thompson. Steve Patras, (front row) Andrew Jacobsen, Steve Thompson, Eric Armstrong, Lanny Smith. Cross country team takes state title Reserves 3-0, frosh-soph 3-1 RESERVE Auburn 6 Nebraska City 0 Auburn 14 Syracuse 8 Auburn 14 Falls City 6 FROSH-SOPH Auburn 6 Wymore Southern 0 Auburn 0 Wilber 20 Auburn 20 Plattsmouth 0 Auburn’s freshman - sophomore football team finished the season with a 3-1 record under the new coach, Mr. Ferris. The reserve team showed their fine ability by winning all three of their games. CLOCKWISE FROM BELOW: 1. Coach Ferris shows concern during reserve football game. 2. Mike Heywood, Greg Andrew, and Dan Hatten take a break from the game. 3. Reserves sack Wymore's quarterback. 4. Needed yards are gained by Todd Gilliland. 53 Bulldogs battled through a tough schedule playing five teams rated in the top ten through the season. Junior David Kimball led the team in rushing with 557 yards. John Henning led the team in passing and joined Kimball on the Bulldog 100 Club. Defensively the team was led by senior linebacker Randy Simpson with 18 unassisted and 85 assisted tackles, qualifying him as the only member of the Monster Club. (Rich Alden added 13 unassisted and 60 assisted tackles to the defensive effort.) 54 Bulldogs battle through rough season COUNTER CLOCKWISE FROM ABOVE: 1. A fantastic tackle by Rick Gulizia. 2. Bulldog football team, back row (I. to r.) John Henning. Mike Meyers. John King. Jerry Boden, Jim Genoa. Ron Mowery, Dave Kimball. Kevin Schlange. Gerry Dill. Scott Hannaford. Rick Gulizia. Randy Simpson, Tim Niemann. Todd Gilliland. Jeff Filbrandt. Kevin Reeves. Jeff Kistner. Rich Alden. Dave Barton. Mark McConnaughey, Tracy Brettman. Paul Berger, Bill Westerfield, Mike Comstock. Tom Liewer, Doug Kampe, Mike Westerfield. Second row: mgr. Wade Majors. Don Horton. Rollie Clark. Kevin Meyers. Bob Williamson. Mike Heywood, Tim Sumerlin. Danny Hatten. Steve Bath. Bert Cole. Wade Reeves. Mike Patterson. Mike Gerdes, Chris Bratcher. Charlie Allen First row: Bill Simonson. Rick Falk. Mike Henderson. Jeff Allgood. Bob Bates. Greg Andrew. Brian Smith. Brad Diekhoff, Scott Capps. Jay Fischer. Jim North. Tim Boles, mgr. Steve Baumhover. 3. First down is fought for by Jeff Filbrandt. 4. Gaining the needed yards is Todd Gilliland. 5. Tim Niemann prepares to snap the ball to John Henning. 6. Jim Genoa looks for a friendly face in the crowd. Wade Reeves goes for first down. 8. Gerry Dill heads upfield after catching a pass. 55 Varsity spikers finishes 14-4 season Mrs. Birdsley and Mr. Hakonson coached the volleyball team to its best season ever with a 14-4 record. The team won the Nemaha Valley Invite, Syracuse Invite, and placed second at Peru Invite. Leading the varsity stats was Alicia Teten, with 95% serve success, 87% spike success, 33 ace serves, and 137 total points. Also leading stats were Tami Allen with 20 blocks and Debbie Heidzig with set percentage at 95. Letter winners were Tami Allen, Peggy Allgood, Chris DeLay, Debbie Heidzig, Shauna Johnson, Joyce Mellage, Tonya Shoopman, and Alicia Teten. The reserves ended with a winning 5-2 season. Peggy Allgood led stats with 91% serve success, and 90% spike success. The Freshmen ended with a 4-4 season. Leading the stats were Karla Armstrong and Gina Gulizia with 85% and 95% serve success respectively. CLOCKWISE FROM LEFT: 1. Tonya Shoopman offensively bumps the ball against Tecumseh varsity. 2. During a timeout, coaches confer with players. 3. Freshman Gina Gulizia returns the ball after a serve. 4 Preparing a good set is freshman Penny Taylor. 5. Team score. 6. Varsity players Vicki Colgrove. Peggy Allgood and Amy Georing prepare for a serve 7. Tami Allen ‘dinks’’ the ball over the net for the varsity 8. Amy Georing practices her serve before a reserve game 9. Volleyball team front row left to right: Joyce Meilage. Alicia Teten, Debbie Heidzig. Tonya Shoopman. Chris DeLay. Second row: Kathy Hamann, Tami Allen. Shauna Johnson. Vicki Colgrove. Amy Georing. Peggy Allgood. Third row: Jennifer Cullen, Jodee Filbrant. Gwen Jantzen. Kim Armstrong. Fourth row: Gina Gulizia. Beth Majors. Penny Taylor. Carla Armstrong. Julie Liewer. Jennifer Deselms. Andrea Palmerton. Back row: Manager Kris Ebler, Diana Palmerton. Sara Grafton. Susan Schneider. Jodi Allgood. Julieann Moerer. manager Lori Dorsch. 10. Debbie Heidzig defensively sets up the ball while Alicia Teten looks on. 57 Bulldogs show noticeable improvement The bulldogs finished the season with an 8-13 record. Although not a winning season, it was an improvement as the cagers won more games than the three previous years. The team placed second at the Fairfax Invitational and third at the Adams Invite. The year ended with a district loss to Norris. Leading the team in scoring and rebounding was Scott Hannaford as he averaged 17 points per game. Randy Simpson was second in scoring with a 12 point average and led in assists. Mike Apple added a 10 point average. 58 CLOCKWISE FROM LEFT: 1. Looking for help from a fellow teammate is Doug Kampe. 2. David Kimball relaxes for a moment before starting the clock. 3. The varsity players from left to right are: Coach Bryan Ferris, Steve Baumhover, Doug George. Gerry Dill, Robert Jones. Dave Kimball. Danny Hatten. Mike Gerdes, Coach Gary Spear. Wade Majors. Rob Mowery. Paul Berger. Doug Kampe. Randy Simpson. Scott Hannaford. Mike Apple. Mike Comstock. 4. Playing intensely is senior Randy Simpson. 5. Going for a jump ball is Scott Hannaford. 6. Ex-student Mike Condit goes for a basket as other players look on. 7. Going up for a rebound is Senior Rob Mowery. 59 Jr. V Frosh compete under pressure The Freshman compiled a 3-4 record. The team was coached by Mr. Kearney. Leading scorers were Steve Patras and Rick Falk. Reserves posted a 7-8 record for the year. Coaching the team was Mr. Ferris in his first year at Auburn. Mike Comstock was the leading scorer and rebounder as he averaged 11 points per game. Danny Flatten contributed a 7 point average and was the assist leader. CLOCKWISE FROM TOP LEFT: 1. Reserves back row. left to right: Coach Ferris. Mike Gerdes. Dan Hatten. Bert Cole, Rick Falk. Front row: Mark McConnaughey. Mike Comstock, Paul Berger, Jerry Boden, Steve Patras. 2. Freshman Brad Diekhoff drives between Johnson-Brock defenders. 3. Steve Patras shoots over a defender. 4. Freshman team back row, left to right: Dan Barton, Greg Andrew, Mike Henderson, Steve Patras, Brad Diekhoff, Bob Bates, coach Kearney. Front row: Jeff Allgood, Rick Falk, Eric Armstrong, Dave Dean, Scott Capps. 5. Reserve Jerry Boden anticipates the rebound. 60 J.V. Frosh enjoy successful season. Junior varsity posted a 6-5 record this year. They began with a 5-2 record and hit a slump. The team’s strong points were quickness, hustling, good shooting and rebounding. Although lacking height, there was no shortage of spirit. Peggy Allgood led the sophomores with 67 points. Shauna Johnson and Amy Goering each contributed 42 and 55 respectively. Freshmen contributing to the drive were Julie Liewer and Jennifer Deselms. Each pulled in 4 offensive rebounds. CLOCKWISE FROM BOTTOM LEFT: 1. Freshman basketball team members bottom row, left to right: Karen Palmerton, Pam Armstrong, Jennifer Deselms, Penny Taylor, Kristi Hytrek, (second row) Karla Armstrong, Beth Majors. Julie Liewer. Suzie Schneider. Sara Grafton, (third row) student managers Jodi Graves. Susan Eckert, Carla McMichen and coach Mary Jane Williams. 2. Junior Varsity basketball team members front row left to right. Teresa Darling. Amy Goering. Shauna Johnson. Peggy Allgood. Gwen Jantzen (second row) coach Franklin Smith, Jodi Graves student manager, Kerri Henderson. Kathy Hamann. Vickie Colgrove and asst, coach Mary Jane Williams. 3. Amy Goering struggles to score against two Tarkio defenders. 61 Seniors lead cagers to 8-12 season Eight of the varsity cagers on the 80-81 team lettered this year leading their team to an 8-12 record. Seniors earning letters were Tonya Shoopman, Alicia Teten, Cara Fritsch, Chris DeLay, and Laurie Clark. Other letter winners were Tami Allen, Peggy Allgood, and Vickie Colgrove. Players with the best shooting percentages were Shoopman at 44%, Allen at 40%, and DeLay with 32%. Student managers were freshmen Jodie Graves and Liz Chase. John Henning and Jeff Filbrandt served as statisticians. CLOCKWISE FROM LEFT: 1. Tanya Shoopman shoots a free throw during warm-ups. 2. Peggy Allgood drives for a lay-up to push team ahead by two. 3. Varsity team members: front row. left to right, Laurie Clark, Alicia Teten, Tonya Shoopman. Chris DeLay, Cara Fritsch. Second row, Amy Goering, Vicki Colgrove, Peggy Allgood. Gwen Jantzen. Tami Allen. Teresa Darling, Shauna Johnson, Kathy Hamman, Back row. coach Smith. 4. Coaches Frank Smith and student teacher Karen Lechner share time-out talks with team. 5. Chris DeLay awaits the rebound. 6. Shooting a free throw is Laurie Clark. 7. Vickie Colgrove launches a field goal from the outside. Grapplers take two to final mat meet Auburn’s varsity wrestling team finished the year with a 1-4 dual record and sent two wrestlers to state in a rebuilding year. The team lost only two seniors, Sterling Haynes and Bill Westerfield. Sterling was the top wrestler as he finished the season with a 28-2 record and a second place finish at state. He led the team in pins with 15 and ended his career with a 78-33 record. Junior Lonny Bantz completed the year with an 18-7-1 record. Lonny also competed at state in the 98 lb. division. CLOCKWISE FROM LEFT: 1. Getting last minute instructions is Tom Thompson. 2. Putting on his headgear is Mike Meyers. 3. 1980-81 Wrestling team, front row: right to left: Coach Brent Abrams. David Voss. Terry Sikita. Lonny Bantz. Chris Wiggs. Lanny Smith, second row: Tim Boles. Mike Meyers. Tom Leiwer, Nick Hopemann. Don Horton. Sterling Haynes, not pictured is Bill Westerfield. 4. Going for a pin is senior Sterling Haynes. 5. During a meet the team anxiously looks on. 6. Doing neck stretches before his match is Don Horton. With only three seniors on the team and three cancelled meets, lady harriers managed to set two records. One was in the high jump with a 51 leap by Tonya Shoopman, and the other was made by Jody Allgood with a 13.24 time in the 3200 meter run. The girls finished fifth at the Peru invite with 20Vi points, and seventh at the Plattsmouth invite, but lost in a Nebraska City dual by a margin of 61 to 53. They finished strong in the Nebraska City invite with a fifth place earning 30 points. Freshman Jody Allgood will be next year’s only returning letterwoman. CLOCKWISE FROM RIGHT: 1. Shelly Smith works on her shotput form during practice. 2. Jody Allgood concentrates during the 3200 meter run at the Peru invitational. 3. Stretching before their events are Shauna Johnson. Tanya Gilliland, and Joyce Mellage. 4. Amy Lewellen watches her shotput after completing her throw. 5. Working on quickness is Chris DeLay. Seniors lead lady dogs around track CLOCKWISE FROM ABOVE: 1. Kevin Meyers heaves the shot put at Peru Invitational. 2. Rounding the corner is distance runner Chris Wiggs. 3. Helping David Kimball at the starting blocks is Mike Henderson. 4. Freshman Mike Henderson leaps toward a triple jump goal. 5. Passing over the high jump bar is Jerry Dill. 6. John Henning strains to clear the high jump. 7. Stretching and posing before practice is Doug Kampe. 68 Track team finishes with winning season The Auburn high school track team had a fine showing at Nebraska City where they finished first in that invitational. With only three seniors leaving the team (Jerry Dill, Sterling Haynes, and John Henning) the following year should prove even more successful. Tim Spear went to state competition with a qualifying time in the 3200 meter run at districts. 69 Sophomore Jan Brueggemann led the team with two fourth place finishes at invitational meets and a fourth at district. This district showing advanced Jan to the state meet in Lincoln where he tied for twelfth place. The varsity had an impressive 6-3 season with a third place at Beatrice, second at Nebraska City, and tenth overall in the district Bl tourney. CLOCKWISE FROM LEFT: 1. Discussing strategy are team members Darren Lunzmann, Blaine Jorgensen, and Jan Brueggemann. 2. Practicing putting is second place individual scorer Robb Mowery. 3. Jim Kleine and Brad Diekhoff consider possible irons for the first hole. Soph, leads team to swinging season 70 71 Graduates look forward to May release David Allgood Tony Anville Mike Apple Lori Ayres Susan Bath JoAnn Beatty Seniors left their indentity on many acitivites during their final months at AHS. Highlighted by such landmark accomplishments as establishing an intermural rugby team, the seniors looked forward to their final release from academics in May. The 92nd graduating class chose as its motto We know not what the future holds, but we know who holds the future.” Having danced at their last prom and homecoming as high school students and after their last hours in English 12 and American Government, the seniors looked forward to the future and the impressions they would leave while shaping it. TOP TO BOTTOM: 1. JoAnn Beatty carries out student aid duties for Mrs. Vaughn. 2. A ham for the camera, David Allgood poses for a picture. 3. Senior class officers try on graduation robes. LEFT TO RIGHT: Joyce Mellage, vice-president; Tanya Gilliland, treasurer; Julie Whisler, president; Chris DeLay. secretary. 72 Ronda Bohling John Burgess David Capps Greg Chapin David Choate Laurie Clark Fourth year students leave imprints Jeff Filbrandt Valarie Fitzsimmons Cara Fritsch Susie Fulton Tim Gebers Doug George Jim Genoa LEFT TO RIGHT: 1. Tonya Shoopman and Chris DeLay show spirit during homecoming week. 2. Jim Genoa and Barry Baldwin discuss rugby strategy. 3. Watching a cross-country meet are Doug George and Ronda Bohling. 75 % Doug Hudson Denise Hunter Lisa Hytrek CLOCKWISE FROM LEFT: 1. Rick Gulizia and Randy Simpson show foreign exchange student” around the school. 2. Susan Bath reacts to the news that she is selected to Weselyn's honor choir. 3. Working steadily on his art project is Doug Hutson. 4. Seniors goof off and collapse while building a pyramid. 77 Joyce Mellage Philip Miller Rob Mowery Tim Neimann Diana Reeves Kevin Reeves CLOCKWISE FROM TOP LEFT: 1. Tying the knot in Adult Living class are Kurt Knippelmier and JoAnn Beatty. 2. Enjoying the quiet in the media center is Diana Reeves. 3. Scott Sayer gets measured for his cap. 79 Lynn Schmidt Brett Schneider Tonya Shoopman Seniors share years of memories Dan Sikyta Randy Simpson Loree Sowards Tari Stich Roger Struempler Pat Sulliven Clockwise Left-to-Right: 1. Susie Fulton studies lay out form in Journalism class. 2. John Henning and Brett Schneider study along with friends in Advanced Biology. 3. Randy Jansky eagerly puts on his coat for a half-day leave of school. 4. Lynn Schmidt looks on as Randy Simpson and Cara Fritch exchange cake in Home Ec 4. 5. Glenn Wolfe looks happy as he shows off his hat in Art Class. 80 Seniors enjoy memorable last year John Williamson Glen Wolfe Jay Zimmerman NOT PICTURED: Mike Andrew Don Grable Sterling Haynes Robert Mason Laurie Reeves Scott Sayer 82 Rich Alden Lannette Ayres Scott Bannon Lonny Bantz Rhonda Barrett David Barton Class of ’82 works its way to the top. On the way to the top the class of 82 found many obligations to their class. The most important event for the juniors was their first experience hosting the prom. In order to achieve their goal of $1900 they sold magazines and worked long and hard hours at football concession stands. Although many had to work, juniors had some time off to buy and compare the many different styles of class rings. Their class rings made them feel that they had reached their goal of being an upperclassman. On the classroom agenda was the course of American History, in which students took time out to participate in our government by serving a one day term in our county offices. Paul Berger Jonathan Bohling Denise Bollen Martin Boomgaarn Brian Bradley Dan Bridgewater Fredrick Butts Janet Byfield Junior class officers are Brenda Lash, David Kimball. Greg Pippert. and Mike Snodgrass. 83 Eric Chase Yolanda Choate Vickie Colgrove Mike Comstock Mike Condit Bill Cooney Janet Cope r its Vv N Vv v Teresa Darling Leslie Dean Bobby Dishong Linda Douglas Jodi Flynn Hayley Fulton 84 John George Terry Gilliland Chris Griffiths Junior Gugat Sue Hannaford Kristi Hansen Magazine sales shows jr. enthusiasm CLOCKWISE FROM TOP LEFT: 1. Julie Liewer playfully strangles her brother Tom. 2. Lisa Parriott tackles a general business assignment. 3. Enjoying media center privileges are Andrew Jacobson and Junior Gugat. 4. Showing the ropes” of plaining to Don Horton and Ron Mowery is Robert Jones. 5. Suzanne Slater takes a break from studies to write a note. 6. Jodi Flynn shows the thrill of mixing batter. 7. Getting pointers from senior Brett Schneider is Ron Mowery. Cathy Henrichs Don Horton Cindy Horvath Andrew Jacobsen Christy Jansky Gwen Jantzen 85 Robert Jones Blaine Jorgensen David Kimball Leisha Kimball Jett Kistner Brenda Lash Tom Liewer Darren Lunzmann Dean McMann Mark McConnaughey Gary McMichen Teresa Meritt 86 Juniors work for an outstanding prom CLOCKWISE FROM ABOVE: 1. Scott Bannon gains computer knowledge. 2. Tim Spear learns the frustrations of typing. 3. Trying to learn how to bake is Kathy Reeves and Theresa Meritt. 4. Left to right Tom Stukenholtz. Dan Bridgewater. Lonny Bantz and Ron Mowery prepare for their next cooking project. 5. Coach Abrams shows disgust as Don Horton and Nick Hopeman look on. 6. Showing her appreciation to the cameraman is Janet Cope. 7. Shelly Smith shows creativity in her art project. 87 Several Juniors attend Co. Govt. Day Tim Spear Tami Springer Don Stuck Tom Stuckenholtz John Thompson Steve Thompson Jenny Vlach Barton Wheeler David Wilson Scott Whitehead Peggy Witzenburg CLOCKWISE FROM TOP LEFT: 1. Gwen Jantzen prepares for her chemistry project. 2. Relaxing in the media center is Chris Wiggs. 3. Mike Stanley. Dave Barton and Kevin Meyers take a break during lunch. Charles Allen Tammy Allen Peggy Allgood Kim Armstrong Richard Barns Steve Bath Brenda Birdsley The class of ’83 gained more confidence as they advanced their education through biology, English 10, geometry, and world history. During homecoming competition the sophomores came in second in the inches of spirit contest. Besides high scholastic averages, the class also contributed to other school activities such as sports, music, and arts. Class of ’83 gains more confidence LEFT TO RIGHT: Sophomore class officers, left to right: Jerry Boden. Chris Bratcher. Tracy Brettman. Mark Bath. Renae Bohling takes advantage of the student lounge to catch up on the local gossip. 89 Debbie Bombardier Chris Bratcher 4. Rollie Clark Bert Cole Irene Chritser Jennifer Cullen Annette Debuhr Sophomores end year enthusiastically 90 Greg Dettman Terry Doiel Lori Dorcsh Shelly Eash Chris Ebeler Julie Edwards Beth Ely Jodee Filbrandt Sophomores Michael Heywood Shawn Hobbs Tony Hutton Shauna Johnson John Jones Terry Jones Brent Jorgensen Doug Kampe hold first year memories Jim Kleine Lisa Krueger Wade Majors John McConnaughey Lou Ann McConnaughey Michael Meyers Susan Myers Larry Morris Dan Nichols Rich Palmer Greg Parriott Mike Patterson Glenn Peaslee CLOCKWISE FROM FAR LEFT: 1. Stephanie LaFollette enjoys a break in studyhall. 2. Liz Rider assists Doug George in a problem in General Business. 3. Wade Reeves scrambles to his next class before the tardy bell. 4. Feeding the projector in Mrs. Marnell’s class is Brian White. Lisa Pratte Cara Ramsay Nila Reeves Terry Sikyta Mike Stanley Leroy Stuck Timothy Summerlin Tom Thompson Wade Reeves Liz Rider Tom Roark Becky Robling 1 - Sophomores enjoy second time around 94 Chip Vanderkurr David Voss Mike Westerfield David Whitaker Brian White John Williams COUNTER-CLOCKWISE FROM ABOVE: 1. Steve Bath gets a chuckle after reading the paper. 2. Preparing the new popcorn machine for the cheerleaders is Kathy Hamann. 3. David Whitaker stares into space while relaxing in the gym. 4. Mike Stanley attempts his dunk shot. 5. Todd Gilliland studies hard at lunch. 6. Mike Gerdes readies himself for physical education. Freshmen started the year with many options for classes and extra activities. English, speech, math, and history were requirements for incoming freshmen. To keep the freshmen on the right track throughout the year were the class sponsors; Mrs. Marnell, Mr. Smith, Mr. Spear, and Mrs. Vaughn. Many freshmen adapted quickly but some were slow to learn the new room numbers and to memorize their schedules. Jeff Allgood Jody Allgood Greg Andrew Eric Armstrong Karla Armstrong Pam Armstrong Mary Ballue Dan Barton Bobby Bates Steve Baumhover Lonnie Beisner Tim Boles Freshmen begin new decade at AHS 96 Priscilla Cahill Scott Capps Lane Cecil Tim Chapin Liz Chase Chris Chrisman Lori Dahlenburg Ron Davison David Dean Randy DeFreece Jennifer DeSelms Brad Diekhoff CLOCKWISE FROM LEFT: 1. Leading the class of 84 are Leslie Thomas, treasurer. Julie Liewer, president, Beth Majors, secretary, and Suzie Schneider, vice-president. 2. Kim Jones looks for information out of the vertical file in the media center. 3. Brad Diekhoff goes through some quick studies before class. 4. Ron Davison studies hard in biology class. 5. Concentrating on her typing is Karla Armstrong. 97 Spirited freshmen on the move in 1981 Sara Grafton Jodie Graves Gina Gulizia Suzanne Hahn Mike Henderson John Flynn Renae Gerdes Tom Gimenez Ginnie Glen Delane Durham Ricky Falk Jay Fischer Michael Douglas John Dunn 98 CLOCKWISE FROM BELOW: 1. Traveling to school. Diana Palmerton gets some last minute naptime. 2. Mike Henderson ' burns up the keys In typing class 3. Freshmen girls enjoy a competetive p.e. class. 4. Andrea Palmerton prepares a feast in home ec. 5. Mechanical drawing class challenges Curt Witzenberg. 6. Lane Cecil works late hours in the lab Wayne Henrichs Sherri Hobbs Kathy Husing Kristi Hytrek Jenelle Jones Kim Jones Beth Kernes Adam Kerwin Tammy Lee Amy Lewellen Julie Liewer Michele Lockwood 99 Enthusiastic freshmen enjoy activities Beth Majors Juliann Moerer Kathy Moffitt Sara Morrow Robin Munson David Myers Jim North Andrea Palmerton Diana Palmerton Erin Parkhurst Steve Patras Mike Root Suzanne Schnieder Kathy Shank Bill Simonson 100 Brian Smith Jimmy Smith Danny Snodgrass Darren Snodgrass Cathy Sowards Penny Taylor Leslie Thomas Kris Thompson Kenny Werman Corina Whitehead CLOCKWISE FROM FAR LEFT: 1. Julie Liewer practices drill team moves in the lower commons. 2. Concentrating on her coordination is drill team member Kathy Husing. 3. Reading his pop can to Ginnie Glen is Ricky Falk. 4. Priscilla Cahill marks her ovals during freshman testing. 101 DEC. 6 RUGBY SOUP SUPPER 7 PM 103 w9Lt.l f$t 104 CLOCKWISE FROM BOTTOM LEFT: 1. Swing choir rehearses a new song for their program. 2. Actors from The Rook” rehearse their lines for the coming performance. 3. The 80-’81 Bulldog basketball team takes to the court. 4. The AHS cheerleaders await the beginning of the second half. 5. In the art case is the first rugby trophy taken by an Auburn team. 6. Concert choir sings for an eager audience at their winter concert at the Christian Church. 7. The members of the new art club relax with refreshments. 8. Band performs at middle school. 105 Seniors prepare for life on the outside Eighty seniors were present to receive their diplomas from school board president Dick Alden on Sunday, May 17. Scholarships were distributed by Mr. Hawkinson and Mr. Lohrberg. Following a selection by the band, speeches were presented by Melanie Glen and Jim Genoa. AUBURN HIGH SCHOOL COMMENCEMENT MAY 17 2 PM CLOCKWISE FROM ABOVE: 1. Jim Genoa presents his speech on diversity. 2. The first sign of spring appears on the school marquee. 3. Hugging in joy and relief are Tanya Gilliland and Joyce Mellage. 4. As a final celebration, graduation caps are tossed to the lights. 5. Karla McMichen happily accepts her scholarship from Mr. Hawkinson. 6. Melanie Glen speaks on the strengths of the individual. 7. Gold A pin winners, left to right, back row: Brett Schneider, Jeff Filbrandt. Jim Genoa. Front row: Melanie Glen. Tanya Gilliland, Ronda Bohling, Julie Coatney, Tari Stich. Not picutred: Chris DeLay. 106 108 One third of class receives awards Susan Bath: Nemaha County Home Extension Scholarship JoAnn Beatty: Peru V.F.W. Auxiliary Post 7299 Scholarship Ronda Bohling: Northwest Missouri State University-Special Award Scholarship, Kiwanis Scholarship. Nemaha County Hospital Auxiliary Award- Alternate Laurie Clark: Northwest Missouri State University Special Award Scholarship Julie Coatney: Auburn Chamber of Commerce-Vocational Scholarship. American Legion Auxiliary Unit 23 Scholarship Chris DeLay: Ralph Darling Memorial-Rotary Club. Julie “Moe Catlett Memorial Scholarship. Athletic Scholarship (track)-Mid America Nazarene College. Athletic Scholarship (volleyball -Mid America Nazarene College. ACT Scholarship Susan Eckert: Horizons Program Scholarship-Kearney State College Jeff Filbrandt: Bond Kennedy Scholarship Peru Kiwanis Club Cara Fritsch: PSC Cooperative School Scholarship James Genoa: Iowa State University Scholastic Award. Rose Hulman Institute of Technology Scholastic Scholarship. American Legion Auxiliary Unit 23 Scholarship. Alpha Beta Gamma Scholarship Tanya Gilliland: President's Scholarship-Kearney State College. Elk's Lodge 1049 Scholarship. Horizons Program-Kearney State College Melanie Glen: University of Nebraska-Lincoln Honors Program. Kiwanis Club Scholarship. Nemaha County Hospital Auxiliary Scholarship Scott Hannaford: Peru State College Athletic Scholarship-Football Sterling Haynes: Wrestling Scholarship-Midland Lutheran College Doug Hutson: Vergil Lehr Memorial Scholarship John Henning: University of Nebraska-Lincoln One Year Regents Scholarship, UNL Honors Program. Rose-Hulman Institute of Technology Admission, Bausch Lomb Honorary Science Award Alan Kuhlman: Auburn Consolidated Industries Scholarship Joyce Mellage: Neal Thomas Sportmanship Memorial. Athletic Scholarship (track)-Peru State College Karla McMichen: Auburn Education Association Scholarship, Special Talents Scholarship in Music-Peru State College Tim Niemann: Nebraska Wesleyan University Achievement Scholarship Kevin Schlange: Auburn Chamber of Commerce Agriculture Scholarship Lynn Schmidt: Bahnar's Beauty School Scholarship Randy Simpson: PSC Cooperative School Scholarship. Athletic Scholarship (football)-Peru State College Tari Stlch: Carles Andrew Memorial Scholarship Tonya Shoopman: Northwest Missouri State University-Special Award Scholarship Shari Vaughn: PSC Cooperative School Scholarship Linda Vollertsen: PSC Athletic Scholarship-Track. Northwest State University-Music Department. Special Abilities in Music-Peru State College Bill Westerfield: Bert Franklin Jeanne Marie Hutton Memorial Scholarship mWALS WORTH PUBLISHING COM PA N Y mWALS WORTH PUBLISHING COMPANY MARCKI.INt: MIHROl Rl I'M