Audubon High School - Wheeler Yearbook (Audubon, IA)

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°Ieacher: (continued from page 6) The songs “Sounds of Silence” and “Send in the Clowns” were the two favorites out of sixteen listed. Favorite vocalists ranged from Frank Sinatra to Fleetwood Mac. In response to the question, “What do you think sets our school apart from any other?” Mr. Erling Rasmussen com- mented, “A warm friendly atmosphere.” Mrs. Hansen stated, “It’s a homo- geneous group of students in a fairly af- fluent rural community. My high school 44 Funny Mascot’ ’ was extremely large and overcrowded; it was in the middle of a low income area so budgeting was tight and we had lots of racial trouble, so 1 feel Audubon is very lucky.” “I like the school’s discipline. In gen- eral it is better than others,” replied Mr. Timmons. “This school has a P.E. teacher nick- named ‘Peg a Leg Pigfoot,”’ said Miss Schwinefus. Mr. Schuldt stated, “Basically I don’t think our school is that much different from others. I’m sure the stu- dents at Bayard and Harlan each think they have a good or the best school.” “The quality of the students, teach- ers, administration and facilities and the relationship between each.” were strengths pointed out by Mrs. Kristen- sen. Mr. Wambold said, “Students have more freedom here, more voice in stu- dent activities, which is good.” Mrs. Benson replied, “The mascot- most other schools have an animal. It was funny at first to think of a wheel in that capacity.” Working with students and seeing achievements was what the teachers liked most about their jobs. Mr. Edel- man said he enjoys, “Being able to talk to people, share ideas-to listen and to be heard.” Mr. Bourne listed the rewards as, Working with students, meeting peo- ple, and the satisfaction of an outstand- ing performance.” Directing plays, and extracurricular involvements with students,” were Mrs. Jensen’s preferences. (continued on page 10) 1. Lois Kauffman-Mr. Paulsen’s secretary. 2. Jean Dustin-Mr. Miller’s secretary. 3. Ann Carter (center)-coun- selor’s secretary. Erling Rasmussen (left) and Norma Smith (right gui- dance counselors. 4. Shirley Zentmire— Mr. Carter’s secretary. 5. Monica Peter- sen-Mr. Groteluschen’s secretary. 8 Academics

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“Teaching Keeps You Young” (continued from page 8) Mrs. Kristensen stated. “The con- stant contact with you adults keeps you young. On the other hand, “Not being able to motivate some students, not getting them to do their best, seeing students headed towards failure in life and the students refusing help,” are some things Mr. Schuldt disliked about his job. Other teachers disliked the paper- work and the apathy of the students. The teachers were questioned about news events of international, national, and local importance. The Middle East peace talks were chosen as the most popular interna- tional news item of the year. Coming in second was the fact that the last Volkswagon “Beetle” rolled off the as- sembly line in Germany. The death of Senator Hubert Hum- phrey was chosen as the biggest nation- al news event. The death of Elvis, Son of Sam murders, and Anita Bryant’s push against homosexuals were also listed as important news events. When questioned about the big- gest news event locally, most teach- ers named the success of the Wheeler Football team. Following closely be- hind was the preparation for Audubon's centennial celebration. As for carreer goals, the long range plans of most teachers included teach- ing. Miss Schwinefus would like to at- tend school for graduate work, and teaching on the college level or work- ing as a guidance counselor are interests of Ms. Hoffmann. (continued on page 16) 1. Tom Rassmussen physical science, freshman class sponsor, assis- tant coach boys basketball, head coach girls golf, and Hi-Y. 2. Dean Kiger-boys physical education, health, sophomore class sponsor, assistant coach football and baseball, head coach wrestling, intramurals. 3. Biny Schwinefus (left)-girls physical educa- tion, health, junior class sponsor, as- sistant coach girls track, head coach volleyball, intramurals. Sharon Hoff- mann (right)—biology, junior class sponsor, assistant coach basketball, head coach girls and boys tennis. 4. Mark Whitney—U.S. history, sopho- more class sponsor, head coach football and girls track. 5. Rich Olenius-alge- bra, pre-algebra, general math, fresh- man, class sponsor, head coach boys golf, drivers education. 6. Bruce Ad- kins geography, freshman class spon- sor, head coach girls basketball. 10 Academics