Birch Run High School - Panther Tales Yearbook (Birch Run, MI)

Text from Pages 1 - 216 of the 1985 volume:

Beginning upper left and clockwise: Anatomv class shows their spirit on hat day. Spirit week was a success. Penny Pearce, Colleen Haley, and Nancy Sabourin get ready for Homecoming night. They were selected by their classmates to be in the ton five. The powder ouff cheerleaders get ready for their game. The seniors won the game. Heidi Ehlow and and Cindy Ellis watch the parade. Drive to Victory was the seniors float. 1 Cljrme: Reflections Jfrotn Pesterpcar__ y---------€ lb ®eacfjer£ J|olb Mr. Nye Spanish Contemporary History Ms. Dudevicz Librarian Many teachers from Birch Run have devoted their time and effort in teaching for many years. They have become the veterans of our high school faculty. In 1952 MiSS Dudevitz joined the faculty. She vas hired to teach English, History, and Spanish. In 1954 Mr. Psotka joined the staff. His first job vas teaching English. Mrs. Felton started teaching American History and World History in 1960. Mr. Hauck, Mr. Telgenhof, and Mr. Martin all came in 1962. Mr. Hauck vas hired in the Industrial Arts Department, Mr. Telgenhof in biology, and Mr. Martin in science. Mr. Kazmier Business Machines Shorthand Typing I and II 2 Memories------ Kr. Jakiemiec Mr. Pstoka Assistant Principal Principal Mr. Anderson came to BRHS in 1963 as a government Econ and English teacher. Mr. Frank joined us in 1965 in the math and physics area. Also in that year, Mr. Peters arrived as high school phys. ed. and social studies teacher. Our superintendent, Mr. Smock, [r. Martin can)e in j967 as a8sistant principal Biology o£ our Junior High. Mr. Jakiemiec came in 1961 to help out in English, math, and government Econ studies. In that same year Mr. Kazmier arrived in the business studies department. These top eleven are the veterans of our high school. 3 Spirit IDeefe Spirit € Pertof)elms; Beginning upper left and clockwise: Ranee Budd shows her spirit with one of her closest friends. Ranee is a junior. Mrs. Pollard s Anatomy class shows great spirit and participation on hat day. As shown, they are a very exciting class. Sherri Lane and Darrin Cassiday emphasizes their spirit by dressing in blue and gold Sherri and Darrin are both members of the yearbook staff. David Ragan is wearing one of manv togas worn during Toga day. David is a Sophomore Lisa Mscher and Lisa Baker go Hawaiian. They both went the whole day in a grass skirt, a lei, and a £taile. Trina Delaney, Beth Jewel, Jackie Pearson, and Kristy Stroik display their enthusiasm in Rock T-shirt day. They all had gym first hour. 4 ftmtljer Combats As the Birch Run 1984-85 homecoming week rolled around, spirit week was once again a fine success. The Panther corridors were filled with students showing their spirit in more bazarre and stranger ways then the day before. Spirit week was: Monday - Rock T-shirt day; Tuesday - Toga day; Wednesday - Hat day; Thursday - Hawiian day and Friday - the traditional blue and gold day. This year spirit week was sponsored by the Varsity Cheerleaders. homecoming fficck 7---------------ftmtljer Spirit As the homecoming activities progressed the Panther's spirit echoed on through the night. The annual parade was held at 5:00 Friday afternoon. As the band marched to the beat of the Notre Dame Victory March the homecoming court filed in close behind. The Panthers triumphed over the Bullock Creek Lancers with the score of 46 to 7. Our victorious Varsity team, the queen's court, and hundreds of spirit filled Panthers return- ed that evening for the traditional homecoming dance. L Ccljosi g)n------------------- Beginning upper left and clockwise: The JV and Varsity Pom Pon squad show their spirit by participating in the annual home- coming parade. Janice Olafson and her escort, Harold Bernthal, dance to the beat of the music. Janice was our last years homecoming queen. Kelly Meyer marches in the parade. She has been a flag girl for four years. The Birch Run marches to the beat of their music. They played the Notre Dame victory song. Todd Carlson gives the camera a smile while enjoying himself at the dance. He is a sophomore. ijomecoiimng; (Court H fjerri Eecetbes Janice Olafson, our 1983-84 queen gave up her crown to senior Sherri Johnson. Sherri was selected by our student body to represent our high school as Homecoming Queen. Her court consisted of: Colleen Haley, Nancy Sabourin, Wendy Munson, and Penny Pearce. Sherri commented, Being chosen queen really shocked me. I wasn't expecting it. Penny Pearce explained that being on the top five really surprised her and that it was an honor, not to mention the fun. Beginning upper left and clockwise: Janice Olafson crowns Sherri. Janice was our 1983-84 queen. The homecoming queen for the 1984-85 school year, Sherri Johnson. Sherri was on the yearbook staff for four years. Sherri receives a warm hug from her fa .her. He was her escort. Sherri's court: Colleen Haley, Wendy ■lunson, Nancy Sabourin, and Penny Pearce. 8 the Croton flotobcr fluff Jfoottoall 7 Sutuots Came ®umt)lmg Doton Second row: Monika Matzke, Tracey Penzkofer, Kim Coughlin, Jennifer Stein, Brenda Irish, Nancy Sabourin, Sharon Beam, Shelly Wenn, Leslie Neilson, Tammy Dennings, and Cindy Irish. Third row: Donna Cooper, Tonya Boone, Dawn Bowns, Cindy Neurohr, Rachel Harpst, Lisa Oglesby, Carrie Moss, Jamie Kretz, Lisa Koon, Kathy Powell, and Kim Warzecha. Dawn Bowns rolls back for a long bomb. She also participates in basketball. Quarterback Nancy Sabourin readies her team for another play. She is a senior. Birch Run Girls Ath- letics held their annual Powder Puff Football Game again this fall. Coaches Duane Munson and Mike Solinski geared the senior squad while Blaine Sprague and Todd Rabb led the juniors. Panther spirit and enthusiasm were highest than ever. Spectators filled the stands with more capacity than any other year. The Seniors proved dominate again this year as they smashed the Juniors by a score of 8-0. Beginning upper left and clockwise: Varsity team kicks off to start the opener. Soon after the kick-off the seniors re- covered the ball. Karen Davis sprints for extra yardage. Karen is a Junior. Tim Moody, Tom Remender, and Bill Rex show the crowd how cheering is done. All of them are seniors. Group picture of winning senior class: Chris Chisholm, Laurie Hartman, Lisa Bronner, Ingrid Diffin, Brenda Stroik, Teresa Gibson, Kelly Kerr, Kelly Meyer, Marie Pero, Diane Ross, and Wendy Munson. Jfloots y-------Mentors Capture The seniors drove to victory as they captured the float jug at the end of homecoming week. ’’Drive to victory” was the seniors class theme...Lancers will leave our field tonight defeated and in awe for upon their backs appear the tracks made by the panther paw. Class president Annette Kenny accepted the float jug for the senior class. Songs was the theme decided by Mr Pstoka. The floats were iudged according to their origin- ality, appropriatness of theme, care in workmanship and completeness. 12 Jfloat fug Beginning upper left and clockwise: Drive to Victory” was the song used by the seniors to canture the float jug. They have won two vears in a row. The sophomore s chose No way out for there float. The president of the sophomore class was Kim Stolz. The Seniors jump aboard there winning float. Thev had a float burning party at Irishes1. We are ?1agic was choosen for the theme of the freshmen float. There float was at Annie Hauk's house. The Juniors chose Theres no stopping us now for their theme. The class of 86f was also the winners of the Homecoming pep assembly spirit contest, Lets go Blue A opf)omore toeett)Cflrt 7 Uisa Captures On the night of February 23, Lisa Pennington was crowned Sophomore Sweetheart. As tradition, Lisa was crowned by last years Sweetheart Cari Jekel. Among Lisa's court was Angie Austin, escorted by Craig Wellman: Kim Stolz escorted by� Mark Totten: Michelle Thamm escorted by Steve Colosky: and Kathy Loomis escorted by Scott Stafford. Lisa was escorted by Matt Gibson. The sophomore sweetheart dance was sponsored by the sophomore class. Music was provided by 105 FM. Beginning upper left and clockwise: The sophomore sweetheart court: Angie Austin, Kim Stolz, Michelle Thamm, Lisa Pennington, and Kathy Loomis. They were chosen by their class mates. Sophomore sweetheart, Lisa Pennington. Lisa is also a cheerleader. Angie Austin, Kathy Loomis, and Michelle Thamm dance with their escorts. They all enjoyed themselves. The court awaits anxiously for the announcing of the winner. The winner was crowned by Cari Jekel. Upper left and clockwise: Library assistants Jamie Kretz, Rachel Harpst. and Cindy Irish pose for a picture. The picture was taken during National Library week. Jamie Kre .z starts to eat lunch early. Jamie was involved in Varsity Volleyball. Lisa Oglesby signs Kelly Kerr's memory book. Lisa played powderpuff football both years. Look at the nerds. Front row: Brian Duff, Tim Moody, Cary Walaie, and Tom Remender. Back row: Chris Raquepaw and Randy Brown. Kevin Raymond says yeah after he knocked 'em dead in a Forensics tournament. Kevin has been on Forensics for four years. Jim Jakiemiec opening the file cabinet to get some chalk. Jim was a bookroom assistant. Nancy Sabourin works on her contemporary history. Nancy was Sophomore Sweetheart and also on the Homecoming Court. Jeff ■ Bamberg and Tom Brady. Alan Babcock Boob Thomai Block Ramb-oi Thomas L. Brady Tom Jefafi Bamberg Je« Scott Barrett Barrtj Wlvtfe Sharon Beam Sharon LIaa Marie Bronner Pamela Brouin Randall C. Brown Lisa Pam Randy Voua BelndoH Timothy BellM Duane Black Benjamin Blaney Dudley Tim Duane Ben Tony Bofua, Bonnie Loutie Bovee Dawn Elizabeth Bowni And ieio BladbuAn Tony Bonnie Dawn Andy Dawn Mart,ie Baowne Jack Bunton Robefit Cabello DaMA.n Cai lday Buckwheat Jack Cabooky VavUn Michael J. Chermy Vebble Condon Pamela Sue Condon Vonna Masile Cooper. CheAAij Vebble Paml Sue Babe IngsUd A. E. Vl ln Randall R. Vl (ln B vLan Vu Stephen G. Vuncan I nky Randy Vuii Vunk Kimberly Sue PowleA Renee J. Galloway TeAue Motile Gibbon Akfee Kim Clam Gibby Kim Cougkiin Kim Leigh AnneXte Cuane Leigh Ann Robin CAomwe t Rob Tommy Sue Venningi Snuggles Johnny R. ElineA Kathy Sue EZineA Ro„aW Ei4enmancheA Kim Eoikett Johnny Kat E teA Urn CuAtii GZJZte CuaX GAeaoAy Good Gtieg GZenn GAay GZenn Lcsa Ann GAeanya Lika William A. Hasitleu LauAie Anne HaaJman James HoAnak JeMneu A. Hutchison Bill LaoJiie Anne Jim W Jan Mikael Johaniion ShevU Ann Johnson Tenni KeJUlu Joseph Chaales Klein Lilia jalw) SheAAi TeA-BeaA Joe W-ctitom ChanZ A KZexn Willy” L-iia A. Koon Koon Amanda KtieXz Handy Jamie. Lynn lOi tz J rnU” Olclajq Langmaid Stefianie Manie Lamb Andrew John Leach Ja. Lyn Leppien CAaig Stu Andy Lyn ShenAy Lynn Myeaz Mechael Kent Mitti Peggy A. Mize Michael Todd Mocny SheAAy Micky Peggy Mooie Bnian Moisey Monika Jo Matzke Paul Matzke Paata Jo Matzke Monnie Paul P.J. Scott Llenau lOUitlan LlndeA-Madi en Anthony Mam leld Je aey Todd Mcu on Llenau IOua Tony Jeff JIm McCoAmack PatAlck McNamtvia Michael Medina RlchaAd Melenbnlnk Spanki Pat Mike R fe Timothy Patrick Moody Stacey Mante Mo-we Moodte Stace CaAAle Lynn Mon CaAeBeaA Wendy A. Mum on Wendy SheAAy Mi m SheAAy luti L Mo Ue Mention EduictAd Miedecken Samuel John N-tineA HLutU- Eddy Cubby Jamu V. PaAkeA Scott PaAkeA Penny Lynn PeaAce Steven FAcmk Pavticek J-un Scott Pen Steve Taocw Pe.nzko eA HcvUe. PeAO Stefan V. Potkan KeUhZ zn M. PoweM T iace M cvuLe. Steve Kathy Bsiznda Lee Reed She it Rexkouuky Thomai Joizph Regende {ilUtiam L. RemendeA B en SheA-Be.aA Rzputa Sweet W-cttiam William J. Rex Wild Witty Cindy Ann RIgda Cindy Nanette RIce. Nanette Vlanna Lynn Ron Viane Kanen Elizabeth SedeA Cano I Sheppand KaAen CaAol Glenn E. Sim Jill Smith Glen Jilt Scott Sta ond Staii Tnacey Jayne Stank Tnace Jennifien Kay Stein Bnenda Michele Stnoik JIU Bnenda Glenn Scott RouAiemi Nancy SabousUn Paul Vavid Schad Tuoy A. Schuxmtz Gonzo” Nanc The Shadow Tuoy Lynn TaMant Thomai Sandra Lynn Totten Tamcuia Lynn TmckneA Lynn JeU” Sandy Tam Robert Uteuy San Juanita Valdez Jcurte Anthony Waggonen. Coney E. Waldle Robent Janie Vaddy Wagg Waldo Vebble Voole Veb Ltela WendehoU Ltela Joieph Wheelen Henbent C. William LeAnn William Joe Captain Kamatazle Red Kimbenly Anne. Waizecha Donald L. Webei Katheilne Ann Wellex Shelly Ann Wenn Kim Von Kathy Windbag Telly Wood TeAAy Maik Wilght Hank Annette Kenny Annette Kelly Ken Kelly Bottom leit and aeioAA: Kathy ElAnei, Bienda Reed, Mike Medina, Sheny Myeii, and Kathy WelleA ioalt In Mu. Polland'i loom on. Who’a Who plc.tuA.eA to be taken. Damn Ca Alday woiki on hl A plead ol the yearbook. Damn ioaA on the Ata$6 (01 one AemeAte1. Seiu-O . GIaIa PouxieA. Pu i team awaltA faoi the Aecond quaitei to begin. L Mo Upper left and clockwise: Colleen Haley was chosen best dressed girl. Missing from the picture is best dressed boy Glenn Sims. Brenda Spindler, prettiest smile; Tracey Stark, prettiest hair; and Nancy Sabourin, prettiest eyes. Lisa Oglesby, was chosen for the most talkative, has her mouth shut for the picture. With Lisa is most spoiled and conceited, Rob Hadsall . Jolliest person Tonya Boone poses with class comic Tim Moody (clowning as usual). Class artist Kathy Eisner, and class musician Randy Brown. Kathy helped paint in the cafeterias this year and Randy won many music awards. Pictured here is Rachel Harpst (shortest) and Steve Duncan (tallest). Best casual dressed girl and boy is Sherry Myers and Robert Cabello. Most flirtacious Mike Medina tries to put the moves on Tammy Dennings, most likely to succeed. The extra- ordinary students in our class were chosen for the class of 1985 Who's Who. Many categories were up for grabs by the outstanding students in our class. For many categories the running was close. Some of the cate- gories were dropped because of lack of participants. Best dancers were, dropped because of the fact that no one dances. Class Partier Joe Wheeler was not pictured because he was out partying the day of the pic- tures. All of our senior! are extra-ordinary but the seniors of the class of '85 chose these as the representatives of their class. ...OTe're-fuSt Upper left and clock- wise: Class storyteller Mike Mills. Mike's motto is anything that has happened to you he has already experienced. Most argumentative Lyn Leppein: most gullible Kathy Weller: most hard to convince, Tom Block: and shyest person, Carol Sheppard. Class busibody Shelly Wenn: best girl athlete Sandy Totten' best boy athlete and best boy phisique, Scott Barrett: and most watchable walk and best girl physique, Brenda Stroik. Senior corner prospers with senior® during lunch hours. Andy Stowell, late for everything, appears by himself because as usual he was late Best looking boy and girl; Joe Klein and Brenda Spindler. Joe worked at the Goal Post and Brenda worked at the Nutcracker in Frankenmuth. Who's Who and other Seniors clown around for a wild picture. Clif Cratt Ifotftcnirrs Umea-the home of Jan Stockholm-the capitol Sweden What's happening? We are the two foreign exchange students in Birch Run for 1984-85. We both come from Scandinavian countries - Sweden and Denmark. Our countries differ quite a bit from USA, which we were soon to find out when getting here in August of 1984. School in USA tends to be much easier than Denmark and Sweden. Even without being brought up with the English language, there were no difficulties in adjusting to the American school system. Language was actually no problems at all, much dependent on that English is a mandatory class from fifth grade in both our native countries. But, we don't mean to say that we haven't learned anything languagewise - a great improvement can't be denied. Before coming here one imagines that learning how to talk English fluently is the major reason to stay abroad for one year, but coming here one realizes that being a foreign exchange student means so much more. The corner stone to student exchange is the host family - which is a necessity for complete adjustment to a foreign culture, k (continued on next page) _______________________________ Jan Ertsi’ lobe 2Birdj Eun Birkerod-the home of Kristian Copenh gen-the capitol of Denmark We have many things to be thankful to our host families for: Kristian stays with Mr. and Mrs. Thomas Adridge, and Jan stays with Mr. and Mrs. Donald A. Percy. Host families do not get anything for providing fcoi and lodging for one years time, which can be really bad if your foreign exchange student happens to be a teenage boy - then the food consumption will for sure increase tremendously. But one will have to be very concerned about what one is eating over here since American food, in general, has much more sugar and additives in it than Scandinavian food. This must be the reason to why many fellow-exchange students have gained mega-pounds. We have found a very good formula against the weight problem. The name of the formula is school sports- something real American that we both have experienced with pleasure. Jan played football, basketball and ran track while Kristian was out chasing baseballs after finishing a successful basketball season. We both feel this year has given us lots of fun experiences and memories that will last forever. (Or at least until we come back to visit again- probably as soon as possible.) ffiusmrss fflacfjmes Crip ©arpl’s DanbP’S (go This page upper left and clock- vise: The rushing Niagara Falls. Picture vas taken at approximately 8:00 a.m. A picture of the vhirlpools of Niagara. They are approximately one mile from the falls. The Super Deluxe Michigan Trailvays Hus that the class rent- ed. Walking tovards the falls. This picture is before the vater goes over. Jill Smith, Sherry Myers, Sharon Beam and Annette Kenny sit on the steps of Casa Loma. The outside of the castle is as exquisite as the inside. Opposite page upper left and clockvise: Lisa Bronner, Rachel Harpst, Kathy Povell, Mr. Kazmier (continued on bottom of next page) 38 tra?j for Canalia... Sharon Beam, Jamie Kretz and Jill Smith in the tunnels of Niagara. Looking out a vindov in the tunnels the falls are almost close Enough to touch. The hack of Casa Loma castle. In the horse stahlee of Casa Loma, hack rov: Rachel Harpst, Lesia Werdehof, and Lisa Bronner. Front rov: Kathy Povell. Janie Valdez, and Jamie Kretz. The seniors of the business machines class vent on a trip to Toronto Canada. The students sold candy to pay for their trip. Mr. Kazmier , vith the help of Michigan Trailvays , organized it. At 3:30 a.m. on Friday May 10, the class loaded onto the hus and left for Niagara Falls. They arrived at Niagara at 8:0C a.m. and vent on the tour under the falls. They also toured outside and the gift shop. The group then vent hack to the hus and statted for Toronto. Once arriving in Toronto, they visited the famous Casa Loma castle. The immaculant castle vith its horse stahles that vas larger than most of our homes. Once inside the castle (continued on next page) Me ®janU. itself the students were impressed by the furniture and the structure of the castle. They then hoarded the hus � After driving through China tovn the students vere let out to shop through the Chinese stores and gift shops. At 3:30 they hoarded the hus again and vent to Eaton Centre shopping mall. A small group of fifteen vent vith Mr. Kazmier to ride on the suhvay , after getting lost on the suhvay the group found their vay hack to Eaton Centre and vent shop- ping. At 6:00 p.m. the group drove dovn Young Street to vaue at all the Torontonians. From there they vent to the theatre vhere they seen the play Little Shop of Horrors . At 9:00 p.m. the tour group vent to the CN Tover. It took them 58 seconds to reach the top of the tover in the glass elevator. At 11:00 p.m. the group vas headed tovards home. Arrival time at Birch Run vas approximately 3:30 p.m. Saturday morning. Upper left and clockvise: This is part of China tovn. It is all small gift shops and fruit stands. Top rov: Jennifer Stein, Annette Kenny, Sherry Myers, Paula Matzke, Kathy Weller, Sheri Reikovsky, Kim Warzecha, Jamie Kretz, and Janie v ldez. Middle rov: Shannon Bird, Brenda Irish9 Donna Cooper, Tracy Penzkofer, Sharon Beam, Craig Langmaid, Rachel Harpst, Ingrid Diffin, Lesia Werdehof, Pam Condon and Jill Smith. Bottom rov: rs. Deloris Bird, Cindy Neurohr, Wendy unson, Kathy Griffin, Penny Pearce, Kathy Povell and Lisa Bronner. r. Kazmier taking the previous picture. One picture for everyones camera. Eaton Centre, a very large mall vith three floors and apartments higher up. The birds vere hanging at the far end of the mall. Freshly Sarhequed poultry handing in many of the Chinese food places. This is not uncommon there and you pick your ovn bird. 40 Orators Upnn Hcppmi Jennifer tem Jim Jatuemiec Heiglj Crane jflonica iHat Ue As it has been a tradition at Birch Run High School, the commencement addresses were delivered by members of the class of '85 These five orators were chosen by a panel of faculty to lead the commencement ceremony. The class orators of 1985 weres Lyn Leppein, Jennifer Stein, Jim Jakiemiec, Leigh Crane, and Monika Matzke. Orator Jim Jakiemiec compared life to a track race. There will be times when we will want to give up but there will always be someone there with a band-aid and a kiss on the forehead to push you on. Jennifer Stein related the completion of thirteen long years to an interstate. We are now at the road of life. It's throttle wide open and full speed ahead. Lyn Leppein enlightened the crowd with Robert Frost's poem, The Road No t Tslcsn • Two roads diverged in a yellow wood And Sorry I could not travel both And be one traveler, long I stood And looked down one as far as I could To where it bent in the undergrowth. Orator Monika Matzke addressed the audience with the saddest speech of all. If everyone looks real close, there'll be one last tear to say goodbye with. k gOOOD, 42. Commencement Cobap’s Breams are Mr. Jakiemiec and Annette Kenny lead the Class of 1985 to the stadium. Joe Klein and Rob Hadsail march in to the processional. Kathy Griffin, Wendy Munson, Penny Pearce, Jeff Hutch- inson, Bill Rex, Jan Johannason, and Sherri Johnson enter the commencement stadium. Class Themei Today's Dreams Mr. Psotka and board members Are Tomorrow's Realities welcome the commencement audience. Annette Kenny, class president, call class members to receive their diplomas. Mr. Psotka acknowledges honor students. Left to rights Mandy Kretz, Annette Kenny, and Jan Johannason Board member Don Compton congratulates Jamie Kretz. Also standing are Ila Davis and Larry Pruis. Commencement Cont. President Annette Kenny Mike Cherry receives diploma. Karen Cedar and Mandy Kretz receive honor. 48 Upper left and clockvise: Amy Zarko, Jenny Zuellig, Dennis Bronner and Dan Engel� Tim Beach, Matt Schoof, Renee Hensel and Karomie Gerger, Jeff Zissler, and Kathy Coughlin. 51 Juniors V Alan Achtabowshi Gerald Al.ua Ken Aldridge Bryan Altman Sheryl Altman Lisa Baker Ray Banister Tim Beach Michelle Benson Melissa Bird Valina Blasdell Dave Boris Neal Bosley Shelia Bosley Ryan Boulton Ton Bovee Becky Bradburn Carol Brewer Angela Britton DeAnna Brower Renae Budd Dennis Cassiday Tammy Cherry Jodie Childs Ronda Closson Steve Colosky Kim Cuthbertson Karen Davis Kevin Davis Lindie Dean Tony Dodak Randy Duby Heidi Ehlow Tammie Elliott Cindy Ellis Lisa Elowski David Eisner Rhonda Essenmacher Amy Evans Greg Frankhauser Jeff Ferguson Bill Frame Carl Fritzler Kim Gillette Robert Gray Lori Grim Michelle Hillert Tim Hobson Scott Huber Karen Hudec Scott Hunter Sheila Ives Cari Jekel Jim Johnson Tim Juillett Dan Killian Laura Klien Scott Kleinfeld Kim Konenski Scott Kusky Sherri Lane Heidi Lasley William Latesky Melinda Latty Dean La Lour Kevin Lewis Sandy Lewis Laura Lahrmanm Debbie Lonsway Laura Loomis Stephanie Lynch Mark Lynn Mark Maeder Brian Magnus Mike Marr Walter Martin Stacie May Jeff McClintock Thomas McFarland Tina Mclnernev Chris McRae Scott McRae Sheri McRae Lisa Melenbrink Chuck Miller Dean Moored Dale Munson Jody Musselman Tom Nowak Jim Oglesby Scott Ormsby Linda Packard Tom Palasty Jackie Pasklns Lisa Percy David Port Lori Potkan Belinda Putnam Dave Reno Sherry Reuther Melissa Rigda Gary Roebuck Kim Ross Melissa Roznowski Dawn Samu Cindy Santhany Carolyn Sapp Shawn Sapp Robert Scharrer Amy Schian Debbie Schluckebier Matt Schoof Karen Schreiber Karen Schuster Robert Seeley Chris Shaler Robert Slavik Matt Smith Scott Solinski Pam Sparck Dawn Spencer Rhonda Sprague Ernest Stafford John Starkel Amy Stoltenberg Brian Tanner Debbie Taylor Brina Teeple Bob Thompson Tamala Timlick Mark Totten Barb Trinklein Jerry Vaughn Willis Wager Cristy Walker MISSING Ralph Battles Gloria Fulgencio Porry Lund Mike Perrin JUNIORS: Edward Belfort Westly Gnatkowski Tracy Malecki Michelle Rice Jerry Blehm Julie Haney Kris Matzke Katy Sjostrom Kathy Bloom Robert Hemingway Greg Merrow Nick Smith Brandi Boyce Theresa Howlev Brady Morse Angie Tackabury Jackie Brewster Annette Huntly Richard Napier Jay Tobias Dennis Cooper Edward Jankowski Keith Ott Rodney Walters Lisa Dice Michelle Kennedy Lance Parker Troy Dowdy Natalie LaFrenier Diane Raston Duane Forester Dena Louchart Reese Pero Shelia Ives, Ken Aldridge, Mellissa Roznowski, and Tammy Timlick all of the junior class of 1986. Are busy disceting an anatomv cat. Juniors Tina Mclnerney, Bob Thompson, and Mark Totten are working on their woodburhinj projects for art class. Junior Sherri Lane is typing Advertising correspondence. Sherri has been a member of the yearbook staff for 3 years and she is a junior. opl)omore Kim Aikens Ken Altman Angels Austin Paul Ayling Bob Barber Leonard Battles Robert Battles Sandy Belill Michelle Bell Kelley Benson Trina Blaney Don Boone Chris Bosley Lisa Bouck Tracey Boulton Bridget Brannon Scott Breiler Billy Brumley Wendi Bujaki Tim Butterfield Doug Byerley Todd Carlson . Barb Carmona _______________ j£ot Jforgotten Cindy Cassiday Janet Cassiday Mark Castle Dawn Chapdelaine Brent Coffin Robb Cook Kevin Cooper Kathy Coughlin Meredith Crandal Lisa Damsen Penny Daniels Bette Davis Trina Delaney Stephanie Dennings John Diberadino Mike Dietzel A 61 7— r Kelly Dobis Tim Early Marty Engelhardt Beth Fankhauser Lisa Fischer Glennora Forester Mark Foy Matt Gibson Lori Gilbert Dallas Griffin Michele Harper Cori Hebert Carrie Henry Susan Herzog John Hobson Lisa Hogan Michelle Howe Dawn Hunter Denise Hutton Teresa Inman David Jackson Ann Jankowski Kip Jekel Ammie Jewell Beth Jewell Tiffany Jones Joe Judd Tracy Knispel Ed Kohlhoff Julie Kruska Bill Kusky Bob Lap an Tom Latchaw Dale Leach Linda Loll Kathy Loomis Shane Loranger David Hack Missy Mansfield Kris Marr David Matzke Todd McLeary Duane McQuiston Mike McQuiston Greg McRae Jeff Merrow Anita Metevia Lisa Mikac f Dan Miller Wayne Miller Julie Morgan Kelly Morse James Nevius Melissa Nolen Mike Nowak April 0 Connell Tabatha Oehring Penny 0 Kelly Helen Opczynski Tina Opczynski George Packard Mike Palasty Patty Pearce Lisa Pennington Ray Peters Tim Polzin Beth Pruis Jill Pruis David Ragan Cathy Ramon Becky Rank Dawn Raquepaw Lisa Reddy Tony Reed Lori Reikowsky Tammy Rivard Wade Robinson Brian Roe Steven Rousseau Kenny Rowe Amy Ruhstorfer Theresa Ryan Marsha Rye Lorie Segura Cindy Seorum Jim Severn Autumn Short Lisa Sims Cathy Smith Jeff Smith Kellie Smith Nancy Smith Scott Solak Tom Sparck Tina Speace Mike Specht Stephanie Stefanko Kim Stoltz Joel Strieker Kristy Stroik Tom Strong Eric Tackebury Wayne Taylor Michelle Thamm Tiffany Thompson Chris Truckner Becky Ursuy Lee Vance Alan Vesperman Eric Vibert Jackie Wagner Jill Waggoner Laura Warnemunde Sherida Warner Brian Watson Gary Welense Chris Weller Craig Wellman Tim Werdehoff Paula Williams 66 Scott Williams Toni Wilson Mark Wolinski Don Wujkowski Brett Yatsevich Brett Zimmerman Jennifer Zuellig Upper left and clockvise: Jill . Waggoner brightens up the hallways; Dawn Raquepav pushes to the finish in the 440 dash; and Michelle Thamm working for Ms. Pataky. 67 7 Brian Aldrich Christopher Aldridge Dana Amy Michelle Ball Kristen Barrett Jonnell Beindorf Beverly Benham Teresa Bennett Kevin Black Deanna Block Tina Block Toni Booth Eric Bowns Daryl Boyce Chris Bradburn Adam Brill Dennis Bronner Shannon Brown Jeff Bruns Bobby Bully Rayleen Butzin Judy Byerley Jeff Carlton Belen Chaltraw Theresa Cherry Tim Cherry Gary Childs Jeff Cooper Rachelle Courtney Randy Cox Chris Cummings Tina Cusick Tonia Dalasinski Jeff Damsen Barb Davis Sam Dekalita Rob Douglas Darrin Eichenhofer Daniel Engel Cathy Enzer Ed Erway Annette Ewing Vicky Fabbro Todd Ferguson Paul Fielding Ann Fischer Kim Fisher Spencer Fodchuk V Jennifer Garfield Kamraie Gerger Becky Gerskin Leslie Glasco Kevin Gray Steve Gray Carrie Gunnels Mike Habitz Cheli Hadsall Julie Hartley Anna Hauck Eric Hendrix Michelle Henry Heather Herpel Joni Hobson Richard Holmes Laura Horenziak Heather Huggard Debra Husen Mike Inman Rhonda Irish Jim Jacobs Brian James Suzanne Jerrud Beth Jewell Sandy Johnson Ted Johnson Terry Jones John Juras Tracy Kellett Greg Kevoikian ,ralarie Killian Brian Kreuss Mark Knight Lisa Knispel Felicia Kodat Julie Konesko Michelle Lapan Wally Lonsway James Lasley Hank Latty Bob Lawrence Mark Lawson Becky Lerette Deann Letson Dawn Little Loren Loudenslager Elisbeth Martinez 7 r Erin Massey Jimmy Masty Matt Matzke Tara May Darrin Mclnerney Hollie McIntosh Michelle McKay Francis McRae Rick McRae Teresa Melenbrink Chad Merrihew Tiffany Michels Chris Mocny Curt Moon Cindy Moore Margaret Neill Debbie Nevius Jennifer Nichols Jeff Perrin Dave Popham William Popham Bob Punam Vicki Putnam Tracy Quaderer Trina Rabb Cindy Ramon Shawn Raquepaw Frank Reddy Jeff Reed Brian Reetz Candy Reimer Dan Rice Christa Robinson Kim Rolfe Michelle Ross Lorie Roussequ Mark Rovoll Bill Sedlow Wendy Severs Brian Shifter Margaret Slavik John Smith Melissa Smith Micheal Smith Molessia Smith Ken Solak Sulin Solinski Lisa Spindler Brian Starkel Trisha Stein Cammie Suppes Tom Szostak Carinna Tanner Jill Taub Julie Taylor Greg Thomas Rita Tune Carla Wager Denis Wager Becky Wagner Bill Walls Eric Warsin Richard Warzacha Don Wellman Heather Wheatley Ken Williams Mike Williams Phaedra Winslow Cheri Wood Laura Worden Gina VJright 74 Andy Zoronski Freshmen walking to class , starting clock- wise are; Greg Thompson Phaedra Winslow, Cammie Suppes , Melissa Smith , Shelly Courney , Becky Lerette , and Julia Taylor. Upper left and clocR- vise: Lisa Oglesv y Darrin Cassiday, Jim Waggoner, Sandy Levis, Mr. Murphy's class, Lori Grin, Mr. Kelly's class, Mr. SchilVes class, Kelly Meyer, Steve ColosH, Dennis Cassiday, Sheila Bosley, Curt Giles and Chris Raquepav. 77 fyonor onetp National Honor Society opened its acedemic year vith thirty- eight members. Their president vas Tim Belill, vice president- Bonnie Bovee, secretary-Angie Britton, and treasurer Karen Sedar. All members have demonstrated leadership, been involved in civic activities, and have earned a 3.5 or higher acedemic grade point. In the spring of the year nev members are inducted by a traditional induction ceremony head at the Middle School. Some fifteen plus students took the oath and joined the prestigious rank of NHS merbers. Mr. Murphy is NHS's sponsor. He vas responsible for such things as the Thanksgiving food drive and individual tutoring, a special field trip for lav day vas also taken. The year came to a close vith NHS assisting at the nev Senior Breakfast. First rov kneeling, left to right: Davn Bovns, Tammy Dennings, Mandy Kretz, Linda Packard, Leslie Neilson. Second rov kneeling left to right: Ron Essenmacher, Amy Stoltenberg, Rhonda Sprague, Karen Shuster, Kim Yeager, Debbie Wroubel. Third rov standing: Lynn Tarrant, Bonnie Bovee, Karen Sedar, Chris Ray, Angie Britton, Amy Schian, Colleen Haley, John Starkel. Fourth rov standing: Brian Magnus, Ryan Boulton, Tim Belill, Tom Novak, Tim Beach, Ingrid Diffin, Mr. Murphy. Amy Stoltenberg reads a selection at NHS induction. Induction for NHS takes place each year in the spring. Mr. Murphy talks to the rtembers of NHS. Mr. MUrphy is the advisor for National Honor Society. Tim Belill and Bonnie Bovee lead a National Honor Society meeting. NHS W usually met on Tuesdays for brief etings. During a NHS meeting members stand vhile Patty Pearce is inducted, atty couldn't be at the actual induc- tion so she vas inducted at a meeting. Mr. Murphy gives Jenny Zuellig a pin and congradulates her on being inducted into NHS. Jenny vas one of the 15 that vere inducted. j.n the spring of 1985. Tom Novak and other memb ers listen as important issues are dis- cussed, NHS did many various acti- vities throughout the year. 78 y ®fje ®ougf) Ia 1979 Anatomy class vas initiated at Birch Run High School. Those juniors and seniors vho completed biology and vere interested in a halth occupation career signed up for anatomy and physiology. Mrs. Pollard vas responsible for this class. Such dissections as the fetal pig, sheep brain, kidney, and cat vere done. Ouest speakers from numerous colleges and professions visited. Overall, any student vho planned on entering a medical profession took anatomy and phys. and vas sure to be prepared. Dave Port, Mark Weston, Deanna Brover, and Scott Solinski prepare their cat for the dissection exam. They vere truly excited to explore Spot . ______________ Top: Tammy Tirolick, Melissa Roznovski, Ken Aldridge, and Sheila Ives search for their cat’s spleen. Year to date - none vas found. Bottom: Darrin Cassiday, Tim Juillett, Sandy Levis and Jim Waggoner wonder where they vent wrong. Darrin vas responsible for their dissection success. 81 Opportunity Center Hentnna a Lending a helping band i9 vbat Opportunity Center is all about. Teachers helping students on a one to one basis. Some students just cannot catch on to the homevork as quickly and need a little extra help. Thanks to Ms. Dubbink, Ms. Bellll, and Mr. Schilling these students can get the special 82 helping femb help that they need. This is another class that is made possible by our teachers at Birch Run. Upper left and clockwise: Mrs. Belill watches her students; Troy Dowdy works on his history while Mrs. Belill helps him. Joe Judd works on his Biology. Brina Teeple and Leonard Battles do their homework. Tom Douglas is going to practice his typing in Mrs. Belills room. Mr. Schilling looks up from reading his newspaper. Derek Mack sets in Mr. Schillings room with nothing to do. John talks with Mrs. Belill about his exams. Ms. Dubbink turns and smiles for the photographer. 83 Ceacfjers Classes Upper left and clockwise: Mr. Martin, biology teacher, stands in his doorway as the students work on their leaf collections. He also supervises the AV room. Mr. Kellys English class. Mr. Carstensen, Government and Economics teacher, reaches to straighten a desk. He also teaches short story, science fiction and college prep writing. 84 Freshmen, Dennis Bronner and Dan Engel walking to their science class with Mr. Buckel. Shawn Ravuepav stands in the hallway before her math class. Mr. Kelly explaining verbs to his English students seventh hour. Stacie 4ay and Tina Mclrney listen to Ms. Felton in history. Troy Dowdy looks at the camera from the background. Freshmen working on thier English. 86 Classes Offereb V l?on ©et Wi)at Upper left and clockwise: Eric Vibert is working on a slotted cam in drafting class. Eric is a soph- omore. Senior Tom Block keys in his computer work for computers class as taught by Mr. Hauck. Tom is also Mr. Ricard’s assistant seventh hour. Louie Segura analyzes his blood for Biology class. Louis is a sophomore. Mike Medina paints hearts on the ©on Isfe Jfor cafeteria wall. Mike is in Art II. Sophomore Tracy Knispel working working on a five minute timing. She is also a J.V. Cheerleader. Lisa Mikac working working on a centering problem in Mr. Kazmier tyoing I class. She is a sophomore-. Bob Thompson and Mark Totten getting close during Art II class. Bob and Mark were both on the Varsity Basketball team. Most students get what they ask for when they choose their classes. Birch Run High has many elective classes to choose from. (Pictured here are just a few.) There are many interesting and difficult classes that students tackle and do well. Mr Kazmiers shorthand students learn to make ''heads and tails out of symbols, lines, and swirls. This difficult class is taken mostly by girls but it is a very helpful class. It makes taking notes much easier and faster. It is an ideal class for someone planning to go into the secretarial field and also for those planning on furthering their education. If you like experimenting a perfect elective for you might be chemistry. It you are planning on a career in medicine and or any ehalth field chemistry is a must. It isn't just mix- ing chemicals to make an explosion of a new type of chemical—its learning the equations and actually having hands on experience with that sort of thing. So Chemistry just isn't your bag well why not try homemaking? It is also a type of experimenting class. Learning about how to cook, clean, personal hygiene and sewing are just a few of the things you will learn about in Mrs. Vales' homemaking 101. Like to write? Are you creative? Maybe you'd like to try a hand at creative writing. This is a class where you are the author. You share your ideas and write stories. Maybe you don't like to w ite short stories but you like to read them—well the class for you is short story. You read stories from terror to detective. From the madnan Poe to flowery stories by Charlotte Perkins Oilman. We mustn't forget about all of our budding artists or any of our hopeful architects. Reading and writing may not be your specialty so why not try art or drafting? It can really bring out your hidden talents. This year the art classes did many different artistic things. They painted in the cafeterias and other places around the schools. Drafting classes did slotted cams and other sketches relating to architectural drawing. Students seem more career minded now than in the past and are choosing their classes to coincide with their decisions about their job futures. These are just examples of our choices of electives, why not explore for yourself and see what you like and need? 3rttuorfc m tljc Cafeterias y-------!§ ometf)tng ©lb, ©et£ Rainbows, hearts and hot air balloons: mythical beasts and fairy tales was the theme of the designs painted on the high school cafeteria walls. This year the old cafeteria walls received a fresh coat of paint and some cheery air balloons. Amy Zarko, a second year art student won the contest of best designs for the walls. Then the Art II and III students painted the design onto the walls. Also, the Art III students painted fruit and vegetables along with hamburgers, soda pop and other food onto the North Elementary School walls. The art students also painted temporary pictures on windows for Christmas. A special thanks goes to the . art students for brightening up our schools. 88 i§ ometf)mg jSeto--------- Upper left and clock- wise: Mark Totten successfully finishing his air balloon. Mark worked on the design sixth hour. Senior Stefanie Lamb working on the balloon next to the rainbow. Stefanie is in Art II third hour. These next two pictures are samples of what the Art III students painted on the North Elementary cafeteria walls. Senior Lisa Bronner and Junior Mark Totten work- ing together to complete the yellow band of the rainbow. Lisa and Mark are both in Art II. Other students that worked on the cafeteria walls were Dan Nugent, Ingrid Diffin, Bob Thompson, and Kathy Eisner. World Famous Dinners Quaint Bavarian Charm The-new Edelweiss Dining Room (one of seven) increases overall seating capacity to 1,200 persons. RETAIL BAKE SHOP CANDY GOURMET SHOP WINE CELLAR GIFT SHOP Famous Frankenmuth-Style Chicken Dinners Jfranfeenmutf) ?£auarian 3mt 713 S. Main, Frankenmuth. Michigan (517) 652 9941 Hbbanccb Accounting V Urtubente eceibc a Any class that prepares a student for the real world” is definetly a good addition to Birch Runs curriculum. Last year BR got a computers class, which strengthened the curriculum and gave students a more equittable and marketable skills for the lob market. This year Ms. Linda Davis is instructing the first Advanced Accounting class. It is a more advanced addition of accounting that upgrades BR s business depart- ment . Any business type skill that a young person can master before they enter the work- ing world is going to give them an edg? in a computerized job market such as we have today. All businesses and office related jobs keep financial records and have accounting systems.....therefore all businesses need people with some experience with accounting and computers. (Advanced accounting is taught by using the microcomputers.) This kind of knowledge can and will be very useful before and after graduation . Students in Advanced Accounting learn to apply the accounting theory and techniques they learned in accounting T. to the use of microcomputers,” comments Ms. Davis. Students not onlv learned how the most tedious and time consuming tasks of Accounting I are almost completely relinquished, but| they also learn about partnerships and coroor- ations. They explored departmentalized accounting systems and learned through, application what kinds of accounting jobs” are handled by persons in the accounting field at different levels of business. There are very few fields that are more easily adaptable to computer application,” replied Ms. Davis. Although they don’t learn to program computers; they learn to use existing programs to solve relevant accounting problems.” The students that are in advanced accounting are there because they want to be there. The They’re eager to learn and are very enthusias- tic about it. They like accounting and enjoy working with the computers. ________________________________________________ Some recommendations for students who are interested in the class are you should enjoy problem solving. Also, should take a typing course, since everything must be keyboarded in; and of course you must pass Accounting I. These are many good reasons whv Accounting can be a very equittable and marketable skill for going into the job market. jWarfeetatte iull — Upper left and clockwise: Lynn Tarrant keys in her adjustments for her accounting project. Lynns future goal is to become a certified accountant. Linda K. Davis is one of the business in- structors at Birch Run. She also teaches tenth grade English and consumer Edu- cation. Cindy Santhany working on her general journal. Cindy is a junior. Janie Valdez doing a little manual work for her prof her project. Janie is a senior and she also took a business machines class. Senior Terri Kelly looking ove her work before she begins. Terri is aslo involved in Varsity Pom Pon. Kelly Meyer tries to find where she made her mistake. She is a two year typing student. A (ftratmation ftcnuircmcnts y------------------------------------®o 3t THE SNACK SHACK 245 S.Main School Haus Square icecream quick lunches KGood Humor phone: 652-8191 Upper left and clockwise: K lly Meyer, Colleen Haley, Students in Anatomy, Mr. Murphy, jim jgkieolec, Bill Rex, Ingrid Diffin and Matt Scboof. 92 ©r Sic Do it or die may seem a bit strong, but if you vant to have that cap and govn for graduation you roust fill all of the require- ments . Beginning vith the class of 1988, students must have 20 units of credit for graduation. This is 2 credits above Birch Runs old standard of 18. The required classes have also changed, instead of one year of mathematics and science the requirement vill be tvo years credits of math and science. The rest of the required credits are one year of American History, three years of English and one semester each of Government and Economics. Counselors still set up four- year plans vith students, and they help them choose their classes to coincide vith their future careers. Generally, students vho are attending college, or are planning to should take the folloving courses: four years of English including one semester of college vriting, three years of math (Al ebra 1 and II and Geometry), three years of Science. So - for those of you vho are planning on graduation, open houses and vhatever else keep those books open, fill the requirements and GRADUATE. 93 Requirements' Continuet� Sot) Bone 1 Upper left and clockvise: Tim Juillett and friend stand in Senior Corner. Someday they vill he there vith their caps and govns. Doug Beindorf helps' Terri Kelly vith her Econ- omics. Economics vas taught second semester, Mr. Hauck teacher required Biology and also elective classes computers and drafting. Mr. Schiepek teaches Genreal math and is the advisor for the Chess team. Mr. Cummings teaches Algebra I and II. Bill Hartley, trying to sleep in Econ. Mr. Carstensen talking to his Government class first semester. He also taught Economics, Short Story, Science Fiction and College Prep Writing. Beginning upperleft and clockwise: John Hobson shoots a basket. John is a sophmore. Robb Cook on the starting line. Robb is a sophmore. Mark Weston attempting the finish line. Mark is a junior. Dawn Samu cheering for the crowd. Dawn is a junior. Andy Stowell struggling for victory. Andy is a senior. Mike Stafford blocking an opponent. Mike is a junior. Lisa Elowsky cheering her fans on. Lisa is a junior. Upper left and clockvise: Amy Zarko, Jenny Zuellig, Dennis Bronner and Dan Engel, Tim Beach, Matt Schoof, Renee Hensel and Kammie Gerger, Jeff Zissler, and Kathy Coughlin. Juniors — Alan Acntabowski Gerald Al.ua Ken Aldridge Bryan Altman Sheryl Altman Lisa Baker Ray Banister Tim Beach Michelle Benson Melissa Bird Valina Blasdell Dave Boris Neal Bosley Shelia Bosley Ryan Boulton Ton Bovee Becky Bradburn Carol Brewer Angela Britton DeAnna Brower Renae Budd Dennis Cassiday Tammy Cherry Jodie Childs almost Co Ronda Closson Steve Colosky Kim Cuthbertson Karen Davis Kevin Davis Lindie Dean Tony Dodak Randy Duby Heidi Ehlow Tammie Elliott Cindy Ellis Lisa Elowski David Eisner Rhonda Essenmacher Amy Evans Greg Frankhauser Jeff Ferguson Bill Frame Carl Fritzler Kim Gillette Robert Gray Lori Grim Michelle Hillert Tim Hobson Scott Huber Karen Hudec Scott Hunter Sheila Ives Cari Jekel Jim Johnson Tim Juillett Dan Killian Laura Klien Scott Kleinfeld Kim Konenski Scott Kusky Sherri Lane Heidi Lasley William Latesky Melinda Latty Dean La Lour Kevin Lewis Sandy Lewis Laura Lahrmanm Debbie Lonswav Laura Loomis Stephanie Lynch Mark Lynn Mark Maeder Brian Magnus Mike Marr Walter Martin Stacie May Jeff McClintock Thomas McFarland Tina Mclnerney Chris McRae Scott McRae Sheri McRae Lisa Melenbrink Chuck Miller Dean Moored Dale Munson Jody Musselman Tom Nowak Jim Oglesby Scott Ormsby Linda Packard Tom Palastv Jackie Paskins Lisa Percy David Port Lori Potkan Belinda Putnam Dave Reno Sherry Reuther Melissa Rigda Gary Roebuck Kim Ross Melissa Roznowski Dawn Samu Cindy Santhany Carolyn Sapp Shawn Sapp Robert Scharrer Amy Schian Debbie Schluckebier Matt Schoof Karen Schreiber Karen Schuster Robert Seeley Chris Shaler Robert Slavik Matt Smith Scott Solinski Pam Sparck Dawn Spencer Rhonda Sprague Ernest Stafford John Starkel Amy Stoltenberg Brian Tanner Debbie Taylor Brina Teeple Bob Thompson Tamala Timlick Mark Totten Barb Trinklein Jerry Vaughn Willis Wager Cristy Walker MISSING Ralph Battles Gloria Fulgencio Perry Lund Mike Perrin JUNIORS: Edward Belfort Westly Gnatkowski Tracy Malecki Michelle Rice Jerry Blehm Julie Haney Kris Matzke Katy Sjostrom Kathy Bloom Robert Hemingway Greg Merrow Nick Smith Brandi Boyce Theresa Howley Brady Morse Angie Tackabury Jackie Brewster Annette Huntly Richard Napier Jay Tobias Dennis Cooper Edward Jankowski Keith Ott Rodney Walters Lisa Dice Michelle Kennedy Lance Parker Troy Dowdy Natalie LaFrenier Diane paston Duane Forester Dena Louchart Reese Pero Shelia Ives, Ken Aldridge, Mellissa Roznowski, and Tammv Timlick all of the junior class of 1986. Are busy disceting an anatomv cat. Juniors Tina Mclnerney, Bob Thompson, and Mark Totten are working on their woodburning projects for art class. Junior Sherri Lane is typing Advertising correspondence. Sherri has been a member of the yearbook staff for 3 years and she is a junior. opi)omore Kim Aikens Ken Altman Angels Austin Paul Ayling Bob Barber Leonard Battles Robert Battles Sandy Belill Michelle Bell Kelley Benson Trina Blaney Don Boone Chris Bosley Lisa Bouck Tracey Boulton Bridget Brannon Scott Breiler Billy Brumley Wendi Bujaki Tim Butterfield Doug Byerley Todd Carlson . Barb Carmona _______________ lostjiut Jlot jforgotten Cindy Cassiday Janet Cassiday Mark Castle Dawn Chapdelaine Brent Coffin Robb Cook Kevin Cooper Kathy Coughlin Meredith Crandal Lisa Damsen Penny Daniels Bette Davis Trina Delaney Stephanie Dennings John Diberadino Mike Dietzel A 61 Kelly Dobls Tim Early Marty Engelhardt Beth Fankhauser Lisa Fischer Glennora Forester Mark Foy Matt Gibson Lori Gilbert Dallas Griffin Michele Harper Cori Hebert Carrie Henry Susan Herzog John Hobson Lisa Hogan Michelle Howe Dawn Hunter Denise Hutton Teresa Inman David Jackson Ann Jankowski Kip Jekel Ammie Jewell Beth Jewell Tiffany Jones Joe Judd Tracy Knispel Ed Kohlhoff Julie Kruska Bill Kusky Bob Lapan Tom Latchaw Dale Leach Linda Loll Kathy Loomis Shane Loranger David Mack Missy Mansfield Kris Marr David Matzke Todd McLeary Duane McQuiston Mike McQuiston Greg McRae Jeff Merrow Anita Metevia Lisa Mikac 7 f Dan Miller Wayne Miller Julie Morgan Kelly Morse James Nevius Melissa Nolen Mike Nowak April 0 Connell Tabatha Oehring Penny 0 Kelly Helen Opczynski Tina Opczynski George Packard Mike Palasty Patty Pearce Lisa Pennington Ray Peters Tim Polzin Beth Pruis Jill Pruis David Ragan Cathy Ramon Becky Rank Dawn Raquepaw The Cagers goals of the season was to be in the top three in the conference, have more wins then last year, and play in the district finals. Their only goal that they did not achieve was to be in the top three of the conference. I enjoy coaching because I make long lasting frienships. The season is very long and it is a challenge of mine to make sure everyone enjoys each other , stays competitive, and improves. At the end of the season, Tim Moody ended up with the top percentage of field goals. Bob Scharrer was awarded most rebou rebounds, and Scott Barrett was awarded most steals. Mike Stafford was awarded All conference Honorable Mention along with Tim Moody receiving All Conference Honorable Mention. Beginning upper left and clockwise! Scott Stafford, number 14, awaits the rebound. He was one of the three captions. Birch Run jumps against his opponent for the ball. They ended there season with eight wins. Varsity group pictures back row (L to R), Scott Huber, Kristine Linder- Modson, Mike Stafford, Bob Scharrer and Jan Johansson. Middle row. Brain Magnus, Scott Stafford, Mark Weston, Tom Remender, and Denny Cooper. Front row. Scott Barrett, Bob Thompson, Tim Moody, Bill Klein, and Mark Totten. ____________________________________A 3.Y. Basketball_________________________ -------%V. Cagerss Hal) WE THEY Pinconning 58 35 44 47 Hemlock 48 51 48 66 Carrolton 40 56 37 70 Valiev Luthern 90 99 Bently 109 38 Garber 54 70 48 63 Swan Valley 54 58 73 93 Bullock Creek 87 42 73 53 Cheasaning 69 55 60 72 Millington 55 67 65 71 Frankenmuth 51 55 50 41 non-conference 0o ob taring Although the JV cagers finished the season with a 7-13 record, Coach Dan Vitany stated, MWe improved_and we had a good experience most of the time. The JV team were led by Matt Gibson who had 246 points total. John Hobson had 164 rebounds and Marty Englehardt led with 60 assist. The Panthers led their opponents in every catagory, but found themselves in foul difficulty many times. Mr. Vitany commented, Some of us achieved a little of what I call athletic maturity. That is, knowing that success comes only to people who earn it with ther their effort. Some players are learning to be good athletes. Beginning upper left and clockwise: JV Basketball team picture. Back row: Paul Fielding, John Hobson, Brent Coffin, Scott Brieler, Wade Robison, and Coach Vitany. Front row: Mark Foy, Todd Carlson, Todd McClain, Marty Englehart, John DioBerardino, Don Wajkow, and Matt Gibson. Birch Run jumps against the opposing team for the ball. Birch Run had a very aggressive team. Matt Gibson shoots a free-throw. Matt is a sophomore. John Hobson and Brent Coffin fight for the rebound. They both participated in football. Jfi csfjman ISasbctball Ji o St) Habe The Freshmen cagers had a 4-11 record but a successful season according to Coach Brieler. Mr Brieler stated, It was successful because of a much noticeable improved ball club by the end of the season.” He also commented, the team was a good group of boys who were willing and eager to learr. learn and play the game. Beginning upper left and clockwise! The team picture. Coach Dutch Brieler, Ted Johnson, Darrin Echenhofer, Brian Shifter, Ken Solak, Adam Brill, Dan Rice, Chris Cummings, Francis McCrae, Chad Merrihew, and Tom Sostak. Coach Brieler talks stratiges with his team. Darrin Echenhofer recovers ball for the Panthers, Ted Johnson brings the ball up court to set up the offense. learning Reason-------- SCOREBOARD WE THEY Pinnconning A3 56 Hemlock 49 42 Garber 33 80 Swan Valley 38 54 Carrollton 27 64 Millington 50 63 Frankenmuth 44 55 Bullock Creek 64 31 Hemlock 51 61 Garber 55 68 Swan Valley 39 55 Carrollton 38 66 Millington 41 46 Frankenmuth 46 66 Bullock Creek 53 25 MacAthur 47 60 Hamady 42 38 tfje (Polf That’S The Birch Run Golf team followed up last years con- ference championship by finishing second in the league behind Garber with an 8-2 league record and a 10-6 overall 'record. Along with second place the team also captured the conference tournament by defeating the previously un- beaten Garber Dukes. While finishing eighth at the Regionals, the Panthers had three linksters receive mentions. Denny Cooper pick- ed up first team all conference while Tim Belill and Bob Thompson snatched a second team all conference medal. The highpoints of the team was capturing the conference championship while trying to defend last years win, replied Tim. The golfers started their season out on rocky roads, but got under motion right away to end the season on a high note. The team practiced at Green Acres Golf Coarse in Bridgeport and while scoring 347 points in the season they showed great attitudes toward defending their title. Beginning upper left and clockwise: Tim Belill shows a full cycle of his swing. Tim is a senior golfer and took second team all conference this year. The Birch Run Golf team: back row left to right: Adam Brill, Greg Good, Tim Belill, and Tim Hobson. Front row left to right: Bob Thompson, Kevin Raymond, Jenny Zuellig, and Denny Cooper. Greg Good displays how to keep an eye on the ball and a stiff upper arm. Greg is a senior linkster. A UarsitP DollcPball 7 Back row (1 to r): Coach Kurtz, Cathy Smith, Amy Rustorfer, Sherry Myers, Jamie Kretz, Debbie Wroubel, Carol Brewer. Front row: Laura Warnerauende, Nancy Sabourin, Jill Pruis, Margaret Slavik, Beth Pruis. Sautter pikers The Birch Run Varsity Volleyball Team had a very excit- ing and successful season. The varsity girls ended their season with a 14-0 conference record and 30-7 overall. Eleven young women willing to work hard together to a- chieve succes and a common goal, was the key according to Coach Ms. Kurtz. According to Seniors Jamie Kretz and Nancy Sabourin the most memorable moment was traveling to Frankenmuth. We had more spectators than Frankenmuth had. It really meant a lot to us. It made the victory even sweeter. Many honors were recieved by the 1984-85 varsity volley- ball team. First Team All conference went to Senior Jamie Kretz and Junior Debbie Wroubel. Freshman Margaret Slavik was selected th Second Team All Conference. Senior Sherry Myers, Sophomores Jill Pruis and Cathy Smith recieved hon- orable mention from the conference. Upperleft and clockwise: Margaret Slavik is in position to set the volleyball to one of her team mates. Margaret is a freshman. Nancy Sabourin gives moral support from the bench. Nancy is a senior and has been on varsity for 2 years. Jill Pruis is down and ready while she watches Junior Debbie Wroubel tip the ball over the net for an ace . Debbie has played varsity volleyball for 2 years. Debbie Wroubel watches as Senior Jamie Kretz tips the ball over the net into a corner the opponents left un- garded. Jamie has been playing varsity for 3 years. 3l) Dollcpball ®ouitg Jilooti Back row, (L to R): Kris Barrett, Julie Hartley, Dawn Raque- paw, Jo Ann Stafford, Jennifer Zuellig, Julie Kruska. Front row: Shawn Raquepaw, Suellen Vesperman, Dede Block, Toni Hobson, SuLin Solinski, Sandy Belill. The Junior Varsity Volleyball team had a very successful season. When asked what made this possible, Ms. Huver said Each player possessed a sense of determination and compet- itiveness; together as a team, they were able to generate a spark of unity and ultimately reach their goal—a VICTORY! The most memorable moment of the season, according to Ms. Huver was The whole season. As a first year coach, I never thought I would taste the true feeling of being 1. The J.V. Panthers ended their season in the number 1 pos- ition. With only one defeat, the panthers had an exceptional season. The young panthers added two trophies to the show- case as they were victorious in tournament action. Their final record of the season is 25-1. Upper left and clockwise: Julie Kruska puts up a back set to team mate Jo Ann Staf- ford. Julie is a sophomore and a key player on the team. Jo Ann Stafford spikes the ball down for an ace. Jo Ann is also active on the basketball team. Kris Barrett and Jo Ann Stafford wait as Dawn Raquepaw serves the ball over the net for another team point. Dawn has been playing volleyball for two years. Sandy Belill tips the ball over the net as Julie Kruska and Jo Ann Stafford watch to see what the opponets reaction is. Sandy is a sophomore. 122 IDrcstlmg ------(©rapplcrs bomtnate Duals We !hey Hemlock 40 18 Ogenaw Heights 66 12 Pinconning 39 26 Garber 52 22 Swan Valley 63 12 Arthur Hill 63 12 Bridgeport 57 15 Bullock Creek 44 23 Millington 53 18 Nouvel 51 30 Pinconning 40 30 Bay City Handy 56 21 Bay City West 39 21 ®VC,onte again Top left, sitting (left to right): Bill Rex, Andy Stowell, Joel Strieker, Tim Juilliet, Brady Morse. Kneeling(left to right): John Starkel, Jim Johnson, Jeff McClinttock, Mike Medina, Scott Klinefield, Mark lawson. Standing (left to right): Tom Erskine, Jim Jakiemiec, Jeff Zissler, Mike Cherry, Robb Cook, Bob Slavik, and Coach Pat Kelly. Bottom left:Sophmore Rob Cook is obviously too much for his opponent. Rob was a state qualifier and will be a dominant factor in future meets. Top right:Senior Grappler Jim Jakiemiec is in complete control of this challenger, Jim was a four year varsity wrestler. Bottom right:State qualifier, Bob Slavik is just too overpowering for this fellow grappler from Bullock Creek. Tournaments Place Birch Run Inv. 1st Linden Inv. 3rd Mt. Morris Inv. 2nd New Lothrop Inv. 5th Clio Inv. 2nd Bridgeport Inv. 4th Saginaw County 2nd Tri-valley conference 1st Districts (Montrose) 3rd Regionals (Linden) 3rd State finals-class B 42nd Wrestling Cont. Conference Us Them Hemlock 40 18 Garher 51 22 Svan Valley 63 12 B. Creek 44 23 Millington 53 18 Upperleft and clockwise: Andy Stowell wrestles his opponent off the mat. Andy was a four year league champ. Coach Pat Kelly proudly holds the league trophy. Once again Mr. Kelly coached his team to a league victory. Bob Slavik pressures his opponent. Bob was a league champ for 3 years. Jim Johnson uses a 3 4 to turn his man. Jim was a three year varsity wrestler. 126 Tournaments Tournament Place Pts. Birch Run 1 169 Linden 3 131 Mt. Morris 2 126 1 2 Nev Lothrop 5 108 1 2 Clio 2 120 Bridgeport 4 154 Sag. County 2 220 1 2 Tri-Valley 1 180 1 2 Districts 3 106 Regional 3 62 State Class B 42 9 1 2 The Panther Grapplers once again took the T.V.C. championship. They finished with a perfect 13-0 dual meet record. That made an astounding 47 straight wins. Most valuable wrestler was Bobby Slavik. He finished with 97 career wins. Jeff McClintock was voted most improved. He wrestled at 138. Jim Jakiemiec and Bobby Slavik were co-captains for the year. State qualifiers for the 1984-85 season were: Bobby Slavik, Joel Strieker, Rob Cook, and Andy Stowell. Top to Bottom: The Panther Team warms up for a match at Pinconning. It was a long drive but the team found it worth their time. Jim Johnson defeats his man. Jim earned a decision match. Jim Jakiemiec and Andy Stowell stand along side Coach Kelly. Jim and Andy both won over 100 wins during their high school career. 127 ffarsitp ftm $on_____________________ 7 Hete §o Beginning upper left and clockwise: Varsity Pom Pon group picture. Back row (L to R). Chris McCrae, Jennifer Stein, and Brenda Irish. Middle row: Monika Matke, Tammy Cherry, Brenda Stroik, Kathy Weller, Tina Mclnerny, and Terri Kelly. Front row: Leslie Neilson, Rachel Harpst, and Sherri Reikowsky. What does it take to be a Varsity Pom Pon girl? Senior Mcnika Matzke has found the perfect formula for success on the squad. It takes determination. You have to want to do it and you have to like what you’re doing. You have to learn to cooperate and work as a team or nothing will get done. Secondly, don’t get discouraged, that was my biggest problem. If you can’t get the move, work on it until you do. When a routine finally comes to- gether and you know you lood good, then you feel good and that’s contageous. And contageous it is. This year the squad had a chance to show their spirit and their pride in our school by performing in the Pontiac Silver- dome. The routine they performed was the same routine done at the home- coming game, and both times the crowd responded to their performance with tremendous enthusiasm. Performing at the Silverdome was a very special event for both Pom Pon squads. Thev really worked hard to do their best and it paid off. (continued on nexy page.) 128 It was great! commented Monika about their performance, It made me feel like an im- portant part of an important team. It felt good to stand on the same spot as somebody fa- mous! Junior Tina Mclnerney also enjoyed perform- ing in Pontiac. When I performed at the Silverdome, I was thrilled. It was so big, and actually there was a nice crowd to perform to. The Varsity Pom Pon girls, through all of their hard work, and exciting routines have told the rest of us to Go Crazy with spirit and pride in our school. Beginning upper left and clock- wise: As half time entertainment for the Varsity Pom Pon girls per- formed to I Feel For You by Ghaka Khan. Rachel Harpst smiles her way through practice. Keep the en- thusiasm going. Shown here is Monika-’Matzke stretching. She ended up making a new move. With the fans clapping the girls move on to a different for- mation. A 129 11) |3om flem___________ 7 ©eat) € bcr Beginning upper left and clockwise: Junior Varsity Pom Pon group picture. Back Row (L to R). Kammie Gerger, Lori Reikowsky, Trishia Stein, and Janet Cassidy. Middle Row: Wendi Bujaki, Theresa Cherry, Linda Loll, and Tiffany Thompson. Front Row: Ann Zoromski, and Felicia Kodat. If you ask the Junior Varsity Pom Pon girls why they wanted to become members of the squad, you'd get simi- lar responses from all of them. I wanted to be a Pom Pon girl be- cause it promotes school spirit, stated Freshman Felicia Kodat. Sophomore Linda Loll agrees. I like to dance and by showing my school spirit I can help support our school sports. This year was a big year for the J.V. squad. Along with the Varsity squad, they performed in the Pontiac Silverdome in front of an enthusias- tic crowd of Panther basketball fans. When I was performing in the Silverdome I was very nervous, com- mented Felicia, but in a way I felt relaxed because I knew the routine and I have performed in front of a lot of people before. Both girls agree that it isn’t easy being Pom Pon girls. Linda adds that you always have to remem- ber that nobody is perfect. We all are trying to do our best. And if their best was to make the rest of us Head Over Heels over our school, they succeeded! 130 Beginning upper left and clockwise: The J.V. Pom Pon squad performed well this year as half time entertainment for the J.V. Basketball fans. Wendi Bujaki, Tiffany Thompson, and Felicia Kodat strike a pose after an excellant performance by their squad. Linda Loll and Lori Reikowsky move to the beat of Baby I'm A Star by Prince. Here Ann Zoromski practices her kicks with a smile, doesn't hurt to practice smiling once in a while. Linda and Lori wait for the ripple to reach them. Yarsitp Cljeerlratiers 77--------------------- f Y-E-S, r Absolutely Pos- sltively Yes Be The Best! The Birch Run High School Varsity Cheerleaders used their spirit and determination in 1985 to meet their goal of being the best. The Varsity Squad attended Dy- namic Cheerleaders Association (DCA) Summer Camp at Northwood Institute in August, where they received a second place award in overall comp- etition. Besides cheering for the foot- ball team and organizing pep rallies cheerleaders also attended DCA comp- etition in September. The squad placed second at DCA's Cheerleader Day Competition at Central Michigan University. BRHS Varsity also competed at the Michigan Cheerleading Coaches Association Regional Competition at Chesaning Union High School. The squad placed fourth and qualified for State Finals at Alma College. Mi Varsity Cheerleaders Top row: left to right Penny Pearce, Sharon Beam, Colleen Haley. Middle row: Amy Stoltenberg, Lisa Elowski, Mandy Kretz, Dawn Samu. Bottom row: Kathy Eisner, Rhonda Sprague, Kathy Griffin. Sharon Beam is cheering on the Basketball team. Sharon has been a cheerleader for six years. Kathy Griffin and Colleen Haley are trying to figure out what chant to do next. Kathy and Colleen have both been cheerleaders for six years. The Varsity Cheerleaders ire helping each other get ■eady for State Competition. ’he Varsity Cheerleaders ilaced sevententh in the state. The Varsity Cheerleading Jquad had six senior girls on it. fter the last Basketball game :he girls pose for one last jicture together. The Varsity Cheerleaders received ribbons at DCA Summer Camp. Joan Compton helped the girls prepare for camp. -®jje Pegt! 3TV Cfjeerleabers The J.V. Cheerleaders show their k abilities and flexibility. They are doing a two high mount with a press. Left to right standing: Tracy Knispell, Tracy Boulton, Lisa Pennington. Kneeling: Ann Jankowski, Kathy Loomis. Sitting: Kim Stoltz, Angie Austin, Toni Wilson. Tracy Knispell and Toni Wilson ctieer the basketball team on to «ictory. Both girls have been cheerleaders for one year. Mabel Beam is the J.V, Cheerleading Coach. She has been coaching for two years. at e 3)t _ Jfrcsjjmcn Cljccrlcabcrs ®fjetr HU! Left to right kneeling: Valarie Killian, Tonya Dalasinski, Michelle Ball. Sitting: Becky Gerskin, Erin Massey. Jenny Garfield is missing from group picture. Freshmen Cheerleaders Michelle Ball, Becky Gerskin, Erin Massey, and Jenny Garfield pose for a picture at the Goal Post. They visit the Goal Post frequently after games to relax. The Birch Run High School Junior Var- sity and Freshmen Cheer- leaders gave it their all this year? The girls did an exellent job of cheering for the football and basketball teams. They were also involved in many other activities such as competitions, fund raisers for summer camp, and they helped to make the clinic for the younger students successful. At cheerleading camp and DCA (Dynamic Cheerleading Association) Day they showed their sparkle and shine? Mable Beam was the coach for the J.V. Cheerleaders. For part of the year she also coached the Freshmen Cheerleaders. The remainder of the year the girls were coached by Diane Ball. Even though the Freshmen Cheerleaders had a change of coaches and almost didn't get to cheer because of the deletion of Freshmen Football, the girls ful- filled their season by cheering for J.V. Football. They later cheered for Freshmen Basketball. JSops Crack w------ Pops arc Pest Standing: Coach Todd Tanner, Brian Duff, ark Weston, Brent Coffin, Chris Raquepav, Russ Wilson, Toro Bovee, Toro Remender, Roh Cook, Tony Boris, Tim Cherry, and Coach Scott Phillips. (kneeling): Ed Belfort, Dan Rice, Dave Eisner, Jim as- ty, Wayne iller, Tony Dodak, and Jim Jakiemiec. (sitting): Tony Mansfield, Carrie Carey Waldie, Dan Killian, Matt Smith, Roh Seeley, Dave Port, and Randy Duhy. Beginning upper left and clockvise: The tvo-roile relay, Randy, Chris, Carey, and ark all pose for a picture. Randy ran the open tvo mile, Chris and Carey ran the 880, and ark ran the mile run and the mile relay. Roh Seeley puts in his last step before he jumps the hurdle. Roh is a Junior. Brian Duff jumps the high hurdle. Brian is a senior. The Boys Track Team had one of their finest years in 1985. A total of five track athletes qualified for the state meet. Coach Philips commented, This is the best year I can ever remember at this high school. Outstanding performances vere Jeff cClintock in the 800 , Russell Wilson in the 200M and 400 relay, att Smith in the relays, and Tom Bovee in the relay. Roh Cook had his best year in the 400 run with a time of 51. Rob Seeley vas their best 120 hurdler. The team finished fourth in the conference overall. They broke more school re- cords than any other team since the '60s. 136 Jinnee tfje ‘CO’S THEM US Pinconning 47 41 Reese 87 Hemlock 83 54 Nouvel 81 62 Douglas McArther 36 62 Carrollton 65 70 Garner 86 51 Svan Valley 44 93 Bullock Creek 81 62 Valley Lutheran 64 73 Millington 56 81 Lakeville 90 47 Frankenmuth 95� s 4m 137 IBops £rack cont. iwuHfi£ Studied INC . 30 W. Tuscola S treet 517-652-9909 Frankenmuth. Michigan 48734 I a a a a a a a Congratulations Class of 1985 Sandy Totten a a 138 Upperleft and clockwise. Rob Cook gets set to run the JOJM Rob went to State in that event. Tom Latchaw and Randy Duby get their instructions for the 3200M run. Randy was the Pather s best 3200m _ runner. Jeff McClintock hands off the baton to Russeii Wilson. Their z+OONI Relay Team went to State Competition in Jackson. Jeff McClintock finishes the 800M run. Jeff's best time that year was 1.59- A 139 F irls £rack 3$atch € ut! Ctnber Pinconning Reese US 59 THEM 70 32 Hemlock 38 91 Carollton 81 41 Garber 38 90 Swan Valley 74 54 Bullock Creek 70 49 Millington 78 46 Frankenmuth 43 5 84 5 140 (gals cn tJje Climb Beginning upper left and clockwise: Amy Rhustorfer makes the high jump at 4'4 . She has been on the team for two years. Amy Schian gets ready to run the 880 relay. She is our high scorer for the season. Standing: Lisa Simms, Stefanie Stefanko, Tammy Cherry, Beth Pruis, Jill Pruis, Davn Raquepav, Amy Schian, Vickie Putnam, Lisa Spind- ler, Kris Barrett, Amy Rhustorfer, Jenny Zuellig. (kneeling): Belinda Putnam, Cheli Hadsall, Julie Taylor, Carolyn Sapp, Cathy Enszer, Sandy Johnson, Tiffany Micheals. (sitting): Renae Budd, Tracey Quaderer, Mellisa Smith, Kristy Stroik, Carrie Henry, Kim Yeager. (missing): Chelle Courtney, Joni Hobson, Cathy Smith, and Jo Anne Stafford. Davn Raquepav is set to run the 440 race. She has ran the 440 in her tvo years she has been on the team. Joni Hobson is coming in first in the 880 run. Joni is a freshman. Renae Budd sprints to finish the 880 run. Renae has been on the team for three years. A 141 Our girls' track team opened their season this spring vlth a triangular against Reese and Pinconning. From their opener they moved into their conference meets vhere they placed fourth overall. The ever poverful Hemlock squad von the Tri-Valley Champ- ionship for the third straight year. High scorer for the girls vas Junior Amy Schian. Amy proved herself to he the most valuable sprinter. High jump, long jump, anchor leg for the 440 and 880 relays vas her specialties. Jill Pruls led the Panthers in the 100, 200, and sprint relays. She proved herself to he the number three scorer. In the distance events, Jenny Zuellig dominated. Jenny ranked second on the Panther squad. Beth Pruis vas the main field event scorer. Beth threv the shot put, discus, and ran both relays. In the half mile Joni Hobson vas Birch Run's best. The open quarter found Davn Raquepav striving to attain a sixty second. Junior Carolyn Sapp vas the panther star hurdler. Kim Yeager had her best performance this year in the 110 hurdles. The girls' overall record vas 5 vins and 4 losses. They finished fourth in the Tri-Galley Conference. Mrs. Pollard commented, Finishing fourth in the league vith- out a senior on the team and the majority of the girls being sophomores says one thing. Watch us next year! Beginning upper left and clockvise: Beth Pruis concentrates on throving the shot •put a far distance. This is Beth's second year on the team. Cheli Hadsall releases the shot put. Cheli is a freshman. Beth hands off to her sister Jill in the 440 re- lay. Beth and Jill are sophomores. Kris Barrett strives for the finish in the 220. Kris has been very active in sports this past year. Mellisa Smith, Tracey Quaderer, and Chelle Courtney come in for the finish in the 880 run. This is their first year on the squad. Jill Pruis is sprinting for a first, vhile Kris Barrett is striving to get third. Tracey, Chelle, and Joni Hobson all help cheer on the tvo-mile relay. They are all freshman. Varsitp Softball_______________________ 7 Varsitp (girls Capture The Varsity Girls Softball Team captured a winning season. They ended with a record of 18 wins and 16 losses for their overall record, and 6 vine and 6 losses in the conference. The girls were coached by r. Duane Munson, his assistance were Dick Elov , and John Fritzler. The team was an excellent defensive team, with Laura Warnemaunde and Sandy Totten out on the mound. On the offensive side they did veil also. Everyone vas able to get the bat on the ball. The majority of the team received honors from the con- ference. Receiving First Team All Conference vas Wendy Munson, second baseman. Receiving honorable mentions were; Jamie Kretz, catcher; Sandy Totten, third base; Davn Bovns, shortstop; Carol Brever, first base; Laura Warnemaunde, pitcher. Jamie Kretz behind the plate squee ing the ball. Jamie has been on varsity for 3 years. Sandy Totten warms up her arm before a game. Sandy also plays third base. Carol Brever runs to second for an extra base. Carol also plays first base. The varsity team gets a pap tald before a game. r. Munson is the varsity coach. Jamie Kretz grinds her teeth as she put the bat on the ball. Jamie is a senior. Laura Warnemaunde puts alot of effort in each pitch. Laura is a sophomore. 144 Varsitp Baseball 7----©iamonlmmi Capture Scoreboard They Montrose 0 8 6 11 Nouvel 6 5 11 2 Buena Vista 10 0 14 0 Hemlock 3 2 9 1 B.C. All Saints 1 9 3 3 Chesaning 2 11 7 13 Carrollton 5 1 3 2 Garber 3 9 3 5 “acArthur 0 3 6 5 Svan Valley 6 5 14 4 Bullock Creek 2 8 8 2 Ithaca 4 10 Morrice 10 11 Pinconning 14 13 8 13 Millington 4 8 7 5 Frankenmuth 0 11 Valley Lutheron 9 6 3 7 Frankenmuth 6 3 Bridgeport 5 10 2 11 Lakeville 3 1 B.C. Handy 1 7 Beginning upper left and clockvise: Back rov (L to R) Kevin Raymond, Mark Norrie, Tim «oody, Tim Belill, Kristian Linder-Madeen, Greg Good, Scott Barret, Bob Ursuy, Ron Essenmacher, and (coach) Mr. Cummings. Front rov (L to R) Bryan Altman, Ryan Boulton, Steve Colosky, Mark Maeder, Denny Cooper, and John Hobson. As the season started out slov this year, this troop of men didn't shov any sveat. With Co-Captains. Mark Norrie and Tiro Belill, these ball players vent from an 11-0 loss to Frankenmuth on Thursday, May 16, to a 6-3 vin over them in the state tournament pre-district game. As a vhole , commented Mr. Cummings, the season vas pretty successful even though our overall record vasn't that good. He fur- ther says, We finished second place in the league and advanced to the finals in district play, the farthest any baseball team from Birch Run has gone. 146 17-181 Reason-------------- Beginning upper left and clocVvise: Tim Belill and Ryan Boulton are coming in after vanning up. Here is John Hobson hitting a double. John is a sophomore. Tim Belill svings and hits a foul. Denny Cooper tries to connect for a hit. Kristian Linder-Madsen eats a ham- burger vhile Mr. Cummings, Bob Ursuy, and John Hobson vatch the game. H7 HU ISaocMl -VB The JV Baseball Team opened their season with a double victory against Montrose. From there they entered conference play. Overall, they finished fourth. Outstanding pitchers were Bill Frame and Scott Breiler. Wade Robinson proved to be the Panther's key outfielder. Doug Byerly led the team in offense. Mark Wolinski was also an important offensive player. The JV Team was coached by Boyd Levitt. His ex- pertise as a first year coach made the season a learning experience . IJiamontimen Upper left and clockwise: Standing left to right Coach Boyd Levitt, Bryan Altman, John Hobson, Bill Frame, Wade Robinson, Doug Byerly, Mark Wolinski, Scott Breiler, Blaine Sprague.Kneeling left to right Leonard Battles, Tony White, John Diebera- dino, Jeff Ferguson, Todd Carlson, Don Wujkowski, Dale Munson, and Tim Beach. Wade Robinson steps up to the plate and waits for the pitch. He has played for two years. Dale Munson gives the run- ner the go ahead sign. Dale is a junior. Doug Byerly winds up to throw another strike. He has played two years. Todd Carlson casually runs to- wards home. He is a soph- omore. Mark Wolinski patiently awaits the pitch. V Mark is also a sophomore. i48 ■? tEfjanfe ©on Jfor Diffin Farms Trucking Vac. Service F. A. Biffin Sons 3374 East Birch Run Rd. Burt 9 cMi -Mi flS GOAL POST PIZZA 12035 CHURCH STREET OPEN MON.-THURS. 6:30am—10:30 pm FRI.-SAT. 6:30am-12:30am SUN. NOON-12:30am TAKE OUT 624-4397 ik ©out Support DONS FOODLAND 7935 MAIN ST. ■EPsJ SPECIALS: MEATS GROCERIES A This page upper left and clockvise: Karen Schuster dares to tvirl fire during a performance. This is Karen's third year as a majorette. Lynn Tarrant and Lyn Leppien during their suherb performance in the Pop Ensemble. This vas the first year for the Pop Ensemble. The Panther «arching Band is sitting in the stands avaiting for the time of their performance. Mr. Dave Reed is the band conductor. The panther band is getting lined up for their half time shov. The band gave a memorable performance. 152 Upper left and clockvise: Angie Tackebury , Debbie Poole , and Debbie Condon are enjoying their performance. Chorus is instructed by Mrs. McKnight. Kim Stolz and Trisha Stein doing their best on the field. Kim is a sophomore and Trisha is a freshman. Karen Schuster and Kelly Meyer during their Spring Concert. Kelly and Karen are both second chair clarinets. Randy Brovn is first chair tromb- bonist. Randy is a senior this year. Jamie Kretz and Lisa Oglesby are right in time in their routine. Jamie and Lisa are both seniors. 1 51 Sanb Special ftople 7----(Hlfjctt OToulb Wit This page, upper left and clocRvise: Mr• Reed poses for the camera during one of his rehearsals. Mr Reed teaches music for pupils from grade 5 through 12. Jamie Kretz, Rachel Harpst, and Tammy Cherry are members of the flag squad. Jamie and Rachel are seniors; Tammy is a junior. Karen Schuster is the majorette for the marching hand. Karen plays the clarinet in the Wind Ensemble. 154 Randy Brovn did a trombone solo receiving a I at districts and a II at the State level for his trombone proficiency. Anita Metivia and Penny Daniels performed a flute and clarinet duet at district competition and received a I rating. This page, upper left and clockvise: Paula Watzke, Kelly Meyer, and Lisa Olgesby are members of the flag squad. Paula, Kelly and Lisa are all seniors. Rachel Harpst vas selected by the Wind Ensemble as the 1985 Band Sveetheart. The folloving people vent to Solo and En- semble: Lyn Leppein did a flut solo in districts vhere she earned a I, in flute proficiency at state level she earned a I. Lyn vas also honored vith the John Philip Brovn Band Avard at the spring concert. 155 Concert SantJ goung jtlusiciaiis The concert hand directed by Mr. Dave Reed has 41 members, 24 freshman and 17 upperclass- men. The younger band vent to fes- tival for the first time. They earned a rating of I. Mr Reed commented I had no idea of hov veil they vould do, hut they accepted me challenge and I am very proud of their rating, I.” Their are some good musicians coming up into high school so our band should be strong for the next fev years replied Mr. Reed vhen asked his out- look for the future. Beginning top to bottom: Clarinets; Joni Hobson, Theresa Cherry, Cammie Reimer, Candie Reimer, Cammie SuDoes. Lov Brass; Walt Martin, Tim Cherry, Jim McCormack, Kris Vert, Don Wujkovski. Percussion; Trisha Stein, Kevin Gray, Jim Jacobs, Tim Early. 156 Sre ®ctomtmb ---------------------------- Top to bottom: Lov Wood Winds bach rov; Matt Matzke, Steve Gray, Mark Rovoll, Leslie Glasco, Adam Brill, Chris Mocny: sitting: David Ragan, Jill Pruis, Stephanie Stefanko, Lisa Damsen, Tina Cusick, Kendall Kelsy, missing Tim Butterfield. Cornet-Trumpet: Ken Solak , Cindy Cassiday, John Eisner, Lee Vance, Beth Pruis, Hollie McIntosh, Anna Hauck. Flutes: standing: Davn Raquepav, Heather Wheatley, Christa Robinson, Carla Wager, Tiffany Jones; sitting: Tiffany Thompson, Teresa Bennett, Anita Metivia, Kelley Benson. 157 IDinb Cngemfale IDmii €nsemt)le The Birch Run High School Wind Ensemble directed by Mr. Reed went to district festival were they earned a rating of I. They performed 3 pieces of music which earned them a rating of I for each piece. In the sight reading room they received a rating of II. The members brought home a blue medal for their performance. Be- fore the band puts their attention towards festival, they were busy practicing new formations and modern music to WOW us out on the football field on Friday nights. In order to give a good show on Friday, the marching band members arrive at 6:30 a.m. at least two times a week. They marched around on the field learning new formations and practicing their music. A- long with dedication of being at school an hour and a half early the band members also gave up about two weeks during the summer. They volunteer their time to march in the summer parades. In the spring their attention goes to giving a great performance for their spring concert. We the yearbook staff admire your dedication. Upper left and clockwise: Low Bras3 standing: Greg Fankhauser, Ray Banister, Greg McRae, sitting: Angie Auston, Randy Brown, Brain Solak, Scott Kusky, missing: Ted Jankowski. Clarinets standing: Missy Mansfield, Penny Daniels, Debbie Lonsway, sitting: Karen Schuster, Kelly Meyer, Rhonda Sprague, Heidi Lasley. Cornet-Trum- phet standing: Jim McCormick, Dave Harris, John Eisner, sitting: Kim Stolz, Katy Sojostrom, Noelle Tanner. Flutes standing: Linda Packard, Laura Lohrmann, sitting: Lyn Leppien, Lynn Tarrant, Beth Fankhauser, Sandy Totten, missing: Anita Metivia. Percussion: Monika Matzke, George Packard- Bill Hartley, Jim Jakiemiec. Low wood winds standing: Tom Bovee, Ken Aldrich, sitting: Jeff McCl«Lntock, Wendy Bujaki, Paula Matzke, Jamie Kretz, missing: Rachel Harpst, Keith White, Neil Bosley, Mike Perrin. 158 Vocallaircs f— 160 The Vocallaires have given their gift of song in many vays■ They began their giving through Christmas shovs and several convelescent centers and concluded their Christmas spirit vith their ovn concert at the High School. (gift Beginning on the top of the left page and clockwise: Back row: Cathy Ramon, Cindy Ramon, Denise Wager, Sue Jerred, Debbie Nevius, Leigh Prachar, Kathy Hart, Chris McRae. Third row: Kelly Morse, Helen Opczynski, Rhonda Closson, Cammie Suppes, Ann Zoromski, Theresa Ryan, Lisa Bouck, Lisa Knispel, Tracy Quaderer, Rachelle Courtney. Second row: Kim Rolfe, Rayleen Butzin, Sherida Warner, Cindy Rigda, Teresa Inman, Debbie Polle, Debbie Condon, Lana Miller, Julie Chaltrav. First row: Belen Chaltrav, Rhonda Irish, Karamie Gerger, Michelle LaPan, Melissa Smith, Toni Wilson, Lisa Baker, Margaret Neill, Angie Tackabury, Sandy McDougall. These are the people who make up the 1984-85 choir. Beginning upper left and clockwise: Julie Chaltraw and Lana Miller exiting from the performance at the Frankenmuth Convalescent Center. Piano accompanist for the choir was Tonia Dalasinski. wrs. McKnight gleefully leads the chorus in song. Seniors Debbie Condon and Debbie Poole and Junior Angie Tackabury captured here contributing their vocal abilities. 161 3nbustrial arts Dot Just ®00i) 1 ______- The Industrial Education Society held its annual fair on April 26 through the 28th. Industrial Arts involves drafting, welding, and wood- working skills. They judge the projects on difficulty of the work and all around appearance. The people who took places in regionals and state were: Steve Coloski, honerable mention for a chest of drawers. John Harris, second nlace for a desk at regionale and received an honorable mention at state; Matt Schoof received second plaoe at both regionals and state for his canoe; Jeff Thomas recieved an honorable mention at regionals for a dresser; Brett Zimmerman took third place at regionals and fourth place at state for a carving of a fish. Industrial Art students with their projects stating on page 162 clock vise: John Sutto, John Harris, Chuck Miller, Steve Coloski, and on page 163 are: Brett Zimmerman, Jeff Zissler and Matt Schoof. 163 jforcnsics Jforensits; Stoops 164 Jfirst Spin Beginning upper left and clockvise: The 1985 Forensics team. (L to R). Informative: Rhonda Essenroacher, Stephanie Dennings, and Bill Sedlov. Duos: Amy Stlotenberg, Robb Hadsall, Davn Raquepav, Julie Hartly, Jenny Zuellig, Tim M0ody, Jill Pruis, and Kris Barrett. Extemporaneous and Impromtu: Tom Spark, Ian McDuff, Tom Strong, and Lyn Leppien. Dramatic Interp: Davn Samu and Karen Hudec. “ultiple: Jeff Hutchison, Brett Yatsevich, Dan Rice, «aragret Slavik, Julie Hartly, Kriss Barrett, and Bill Sedlov. Jforenstcs 166 Beginning upper left and clockvise: The Forensics team continued. Sales: Tammy Dennings, Rhonda Sprague, and Jennifer Nichols. Radio: Kevin Raymond, Tiffany Thompson, Mark Rovoll, and Jim Jakiemiec. Mr Sheppard instructs his team. He has been the instructer for many years. The Forensics team smiles for the camera. They took first in the state championship. Orators: Joanne Stafford, Jeff Hutchison, Karen Seder, Angie Britton, Cammie Suppes. Missing: Serious: Brett Yatsevich, Monika Matzke, Ann Hauck, and Jenny Garfield. Humerous: Dan Rice, Greg Frankhauser, and Trisha Stein. 167 impetus Breams tome Impetus is an organiza- tion of Birch Run's bright students who are interested in writing and producing a literary magazine composed of students work, commented Mr. Carstensen the Impetus advisor. Impetus meets once a month before school in Mr. Carstensen's room. The magazine is published twice a year; fall, and spring. Many of the writings are rework ideas from students creative writing class and from their own imagination. Upper left and clockwise. Standing: Lyn Leppien, Donna Cooper, Janet Cassiday and Mr. Carstensen. Sitting: Tracy Penzkofer, Randy Brown and Monika Matzke. Students are listening intently to every word Mr. Carstensen says. Sitting: Mr. Carstensen, Lyn Leppien, Janet Cassiday, Donna Cooper and Monika Matzke. The class is at ease as they discuss their ideas with Mr. Carstensen. Sit- ting: Mr. Carstensen, Monika Matzke, Donna Cooper, Tracy Penzkofer, and Janet Cassiday. Prince was the topic of their many conversations this year. Colleen Haley is only one of his many fans. What kind of man performs in this way? He exclaims to us I would die 4 U! His croons and screams make us wish he'd stay. What color? What kind? Is what he says true? He puts the end of the world to music A carbon of Jimi, the old folks bet. Little girls love him, he makes mom dad sick. Purple haze was great, but rain is all wet! The music is different, the stvle unique. A Prince of showmanship, magical man. The black sheep, the rude boy is really quite meek. Controversial music a state can ban- Prince Rogers Nelson, the best of the worst. He's truly the greatest, if not the first. Colleen Haley 170 Upper left and clockvise: (page 170) Mrs. Pollard, Mr. Ricard and fellov Christian athletes club. Mr. Nye and Spanish club. Tiro Belill during a National Honor society meeting. Future Homemakers of America during homecoming and Nr. Nye. (Page 171) FHA on a trip. David Jackson and Davn Chapdelalne and Lisa Hogan helping kids vith Spanish. Mr. Carstensen and Impetus club. 171 173 Spatiisfj Out experience ts( The Spanish Club consists of students is Spanish II and III. The students volunteer their ovn time to go to the elementary school and teach second graders Spanish. They teach them simple phrases, names, numbers, days of the week, family members, and types of food. They play games vith the kids and use their ovn money to spend on prizes as a revard for the accomplishments earned by the second graders. At the top, back row, left to right: David'Jackson, Lisa Sims, Kathy Coughlin, Cathy Ramon, Kip Jekel, and arpha Rye. Front rov: Lori Reikovsky, Becky Rank, Lisa Hogan, Davn Chapdeline, Kris Marr, and Autumn Short. 174 tlje Scat Ceacfjer Upper left and clockwise: Kris «arr is telling a funny story. Kris is a 9ophomore. Lisa Hogan passes out papers for the assignment. Lisa enjoys working with little kids. David Jackson helps out the kids. David is a member of the National Honor Society. 175 €ntl)ustafim ♦ ♦♦ Upper left and clockwise: Chris Aldridge and Brina Teeple pose for the camera. They vere at a FHA Convention. FHA members pose for a group photo. FHA is one of the largest groups at BRHS. Sitting left to right: Laura Lohrmann- Treasurer, Kim Fischer- Historian. Standing left to right: Melissa Rigda- Vice President, Melissa Roznovski- President, Lisa Reddy- Reporter, and Marsha Rye. All of these girls helped to make FHA have a real great year. Mrs. Vale is this years FHA Club Advisor. She has been the advisor for eight years. Front rov left to right: Marsha Rye, Lisa Reddy, Heather Herpel, Jill Waggoner. Back rov: Pam Sparck, Sherri McRay, Kim Ross, Rhonda Closson, Debbie Poole and Angie Tackebury. The members of FHA rode in their decorated truck through the Homecoming Parade. FHA members rally for the parade. They entered a float to shov community envolvement. Left to right: Pam Condon and Marsha Rye are at a party for FHA members. Marsha is assisting Pam in a cotton ball game. Left to right: Bev Benham and Missy Mansfield pass a Lifesaver from toothpick to toothpick. They are all dressed in costumes for their Halloween party. FHA ranks among the largest clubs here at BRHS. The Future Homemakers of America had forty-three members in all. Throughout the year members did various community progects such as Trick or Treat for Unicef and Mothers March of Dimes. Numerous workshops and conventions vere attended. The girls congregated to WMU for their state convention. A summer Cedarpoint trip vas scheduled to sumroate their year. FHA officers vere: President- Melissa Roznovski , Vice President- Melissa Rigda, Reporter- Lisa Reddy, Recreation Leaders- Dawn Little and Chris Aldridge, Treasurer- Laura Lohrmann, Secretary- Tracy Malecki , Club Advisor- Deanna Vale. 177 jfca — ©€®- ©jere’s 3 Wap The fellovship of Christian Athletes meet once every tvo weeks to discuss sports. At this time they mesh contemporary religion with their individual activities. FCA has been around for tvo • years. Beginning upper left and clockwise: Tim Belill, Sharon Beam, and Colleen Haley sit and listen during a meeting. They are all seniors. Mr. Rlcard is caught by the camera. He is the Athletic Director. FCA group Picture. Standing: Darrin Cassiday, Colleen Haley, Jim Waggoner, Ray Banister, Tim Belill, Sharon Beam, Lisa Pennington, and Mr. Ricard. sitting: Tracey Boulton, Angie Austin, Jim Jakiemiec, and Ann Jankovski. kneeling: Kevin Raymond, Rhonda Sprague, Shane Loranger, and Sandy Belill. 178 p Communitp Support Mobil Intterv 7 DAY PARTY STORE BEER AND WINE TAKEOUT Gas, Oil, Fuel Oil and Accessories We do All Mechanical Work and Tuen-uns we honor AAA Member Cards HUNTING FISHING LICENSE M-13 at Sheridan Burt, Mich. 48417 Phone: 770-4300 PIC Princeton Industries Corp. The Professionals in successful Fund Raising Area Consultant: JEROLD WESSELY 7382 Gleneagle Bay City, MI 48706 Tel. (517) 686-7296 Flowers “By George 204 Railway Street- Clio Area Code 313 Res. 686-5225 Bus. 687-5020 GEORGE SKENE 3303 Gernada Drive Clio, Michigan 48420 179 j cijool assistants Helping Jilafee Assistants in the high school help to make the show go. Without teacher assistants there vould he a lot more vork for the teachers, and without office assistants there vould he alot more vork for the secretaries. Good vork to all of the assistants. Upper left and clockwise: Some members of the FTA, who help at the elementary school, standing Cindy Irish, Marsha Rye, Chris Marr; sitting, Ann Jankowski, Jill Pruis and Stephanie Stefanko. Chris McRae helped Mr. Martin. Stacie May helped Mr. Cummings. Jill Waggoner helped Ms. Pataky in the Community Education office. Pam Condon helped Ms. Leppien. All the assistants for the school, (teacher assistants not included), standing left to right; £ Sherry Myers, Boh Slavjk, Lesia Werdehof, Michelle Benson, Michelle Thamm, Tracy Boulton, Kip Jekel, and Pam Condon. Second rov; Kevin Raymond, Sandy Belill, Jim Waggoner, Colleen Haley and Angie Tackehury. Botton rov: Lisa Elowsky, Lynn Leppien, Carrie Moss, Debhie Condon and Brenda Reed. Amy Zarko helped Mrs. Lafferty. Michelle Thamm helped ms, Pataky first hour. 180 V Uper left and clockwise: Mrs. Lafferty drinks a cup of punch and Mr. Nye helps himself to some cake. The 1984-85 librarians. Bob Thompson and Lisa Bronner turn for a picture as they leave with some refreshments. Mg. Dudevicz talking to a student. While not working in the library Louie Segura worked on the float. Paula Williams working in the library sixth hour. m£. Dudewicz and other teachers talk during refreshment time. Is that Mg. Felton I see? IT’S WORTH THE DRIVE drycleaners A 4 p Shoeing Kvig Rood 4 Dtx� « Hwy 777-1010 Your convenient The very finist spot for of Garment care Tuxedo Rentals and Alterations 182 183 Httorp ISookroom assistants WAt’vt ileccssanlv Sooktoorms Not necessarily book- worms. Students that work in the bookroom and library as part of their schedule don't necessarily like to read. Bookroom assistants collect assisnments and retrieve lost books, and many other things. There are hours during the day in which Mrs. Jekel isn't in theis building, she is xeroxing things for the teachers, so the assistants take over for her while she is gone. They also deliver messages and things for Mrs. Courtney also. Errands aren't the only things assistants must do. Bookroom is just like any other class in which they must attend. One quarter of credit is given per semester. They must also be in the bookroom on exam days to check books in. Library assistants are also very help- ful, both to the students and to Miss Dudewicz. They also check books in and out. File them on the shelves and keep the library neat and orderly. Assistants in the schools are very helpful to the faculty. So you see you don't have to be a bookworm to help in either library or bookroom. A mw NewCentury 12010 Church Birch Run — The hometown bank 624-9335 manager: James Bickel STRAND STUDIO Penny Pearce Kevin Raymond 1233 West Lake Road Clio, Michigan 48420 phone (313) 686-9768 187 Upper left and clockwise: Mrs. Courtney is busy answering the phone. She works in the gen- eral office. Mr. Jakiemiec is caught standing around. He is the school's assistant principal. Mrs. Leppien is caught goofing off in the halls instead of working in the office. She works in the attendance office. Mr. Ricard stands in Senior Corner and reads the latest news. He is our school's athletic director. Mr. Smock sits and smiles for the camera. He is the school's superintendant. Mr. Psotka also poses for the camera. He is our principal. Mrs. Pataky, Mrs. Leppien, Mrs. Jekel and Mrs. Courtney all take time out for a picture. All of them work here as secretaries. Mr. Ricard is hard at work on an engine. He teaches power and energy. 189 ministration m all Worb The day of an administrator is all work and no play. The ad- ministration is important in run- ning a good school system. Mr. Psotka, our school Prin- cipal commented, Strong, broad curriculum, dedicated teachers, community support and involvement are what make up a good school system. Our school is in good health and academic performance is improving. Absenteeism is dec- lining, attitudes and behavior are alive and spirited. Our Board of Education is made up of six members. They were elected by the voters in our community. Their function is to oversee our schools and manage the school district’s money. Upper left and clockwise: Mr. Psotka, Principal; Mr. Ricard, Athletic Director: Mr. Jakiemiec. asst. Principal: Mr. Sanford Asst. Superintendent: Mr. Smock Super- V intendent. _____________________________________ ani no Plap JASON'S MEN SHOP School Haus Square Frankenmuth Mi. Dress wear Casuals Guys Best Friend owner: Glenn Carol Hours 900-600Mon.-Thur. Sat. 900-800 Fri. A Secretaries Beginning upper left and clockwise: Mrs. Pataky takes a break from her work to pose for a quick snapshot. Mrs. Pataky also works on the community education paper. Mrs. Leppien shows that the secretaries aren't always serious by dancing a little side step Mrs. Leppien has been here for nine years. Mrs. Leppien, Mrs. Courtney, and Mrs. Jekel. Mrs. Jekel rests in between passing out the school pictures long enough to get a nice picture of herself. She works at the administration building and in the bookroom. It is hard to catch Mrs. Courtney taking a break. As you can see she is always busy. Wt ®ake Cfjetu 192 eriou£(lp Our secretaries take their jobs seri- ously. Mru. Jekel, who has worked here for ten years, finds the people she works with and the kids the most enjoyable part of her job. She spends most of her day working in the bookroom. However, three hours of the day are spend xeroxing tests, work- sheets, and handouts for the teachers to give to the students. Mrs. Leppien, a nine year veteran, finds the school atmosphere most enjoyable. She spends the better part of her day organi- zing attendance records and other tedious jobs. During the morning hours she is busily typing passes for students and taking absence excuses. Mrs. Pataky, who has left our school and returned on three different occasions has a total of nine years at Birch Run, she finds the most enjoyable part of her job the involvement of adults in our community education classes and activities. She works with the students and adults in the job placement. In her extra time she is Mr. Ricard's secretary in the athletic department. Mrs. Courtney, has worked here for elever years, and she finds the people she works with and the fact there is little chance of being bored, the most enjoyable of her job. She spends her day answering phones, scheduling on the computer and much more. One of her more important jobs is keeping the high school accounts up to date. Our secretaries would like to see some things improved like money made avail- able to reinstate the programs that were affected by the budget cuts, students taking more pride and respect for their school, more parents making demands upon thier children for better grades and better attendance. Also the education in general could be improved. A 193 Upper left and clock- wise! Dawn Samu is caught with her pants down. Dawn is a junior. Bob Thompson makes faces at the camera. Bob enjoys playing bas- ketball. Sophomores are working on their float. Angie Austin really looks enthused. The Boys' Pom Pon Team gets ready to perform. They performed at half- time at the Powder Puff Game. Joni Hobson and Tim Juillett pose for a picture. Both of them are active in sports. Jan Johansson also stands and poses for a picture. Jan is from Sweden. A few seniors stand their corner and converse. All of them should graduate in 1985- Scott Huber says Peace . Scott is a junior. IV lm U)f r,n . WcIS V Kim Birch Pun welcomes Bill Thomas Haloburger as our newest eatery. Furio's Townhouse became Christy’s Restaurant which tragically burned on Thanksgiving Day. The ever popular Goal Post is as common to our lunch hour crowds as the Exit Restaurant is to family dining. The competition continued last year between the fast food restaurants. Such slogans as Where’s the beef? be.-ame popular when put out by Wendy's Old Fashioned Hamburgers. Although the slogan was on everyone's lips McDonalds and Burger King held their own as always. Beginning upper left and clockwise: Christy's took over the name of Furlos Town House. Christv's reopened in February after their tragic fire. Haloburgerrecentlv opened their doors to Birch run They seem to fill that empty void for so many Birch Run residents. McDonald's Wendy's and Burger King still thrive making those famous burgers. Students still retreat to these famous restaurants. The Exit Restaurant provides the family atmosphere for dining. It was one of the first to enter Birch Run and remains the most attended. tfjc Ikcf burger BING SKIT R£5TfiURfln i m TONY'S 8781 MAIN Phone: 624-5860 A Dut € f ®oton----------------------------------------------------- The annual skip day started it's fun filled day on May 17, the day started out rainy vith a heavy overcast. The seniors still cruised the parking lot honking their horns and having a blast. The rain put somev’hat of a damper on the day, but once up north, at Higging Lake the rest of the day vas sunny and varro. They partied all through the night, and some continued through the veekend. Some of the seniors stayed at Higgins for the veekend in tents. The veekend vas exciting and fun, all of the seniors returned bright and early Monday morning, tired from the trip back to nature. Upper left and clockvise: Missy Glann's black S-10. Kelly Kerr vaves at the photographer. Darrin Cassiday and Sandy Levis ready to go. A scenic picture of the drive to Higgins. The long road ahead. Curt Giles and Lisa Bouck. Mike Cherry jumps in Randy Diff ins' nev Buick Riveria. Darrin Cassiday. 199 ?l tot tor boncrlit Ctjev’it jTasfjioitaUe, Jeans Jordache 40.00 Sergio Valente 35.00 Lee 30.00 Parachute pants Girls 30.00 Boys 40.00 Crop pants 25.00 Levis Girls 28.00 Boys 21.00 IDeefecnti Costs Pre-game sales 1.50 Football games 2.00 Basketball games 2.00 Movies 4.00 Homecoming Dance 2.00 Bottle of pop .60 Concerts 13.00 Dinner at McDonalds 4.00 Cute, anti Cutftlp--------- miscellaneous Go-Go boots 30.00 Flourescent sweatshirts 25.00 Shoes 30.00 Cassettes 9.00 Record albums 8.00 Class Rings Girls 85.00 Boys 75.00 Plain Yearbook 18.00 Cabbage patch dolls 40.00 Carebears 25.00 Movie tapes 20.00 Parachute pants plunged their way into our corridors this year. Those multi-zippered, slippery slacks soared to the top in 1984 alon with designer jeans and crop pants. Cabbage patch dolls and carebears also got into most of our wallets. YOung and old bought these crazy loveable creatures making them price- less around the holiday season. Flourescent colors illuminated BRHS this year. Bright greens and pinks were a glow throughout the days and will never be forgotten as the craziest fad of all. Beginning upper left and clockwise: Bob Slavik poses his Levis for a picture. Bob is a junior. Carebears were one of the most wanted stuffed animals this year. Thev sold for a price of about fifteen dollars. Cabbage patch dolls were also loved by many students this year. They sold for about fourty dollars. Parachute pants were veyr popular this year. They came in many colors. Stephanie Stefanko models her crop pants. She is a sophomore. Debbie Wroubel shows off her Gloria Vander- A bilts. Debbie is very athletic. W 3untor 8 emor {front 3 Can’t Jficjfjt 1 can't fight thti feeling any longeA and I’m UUI afaaid to let it 90. The 1985 Junior Senior Prom vas held at the Hyatt Regency, Flint at six o'clock, Friday, May 3 vith the theme, I can't fight thi6 feeling, hy REO Speedvagon. What itanted out a faiencUhip ha gaoum itnongen. I tell myielf that I can't hold on foaeveA. you 4ay thene i no Aecuion fan my feaA. Upper left and clockvise: Mike Cherry and Kathy Povell; Brenda Spindler.and Norman Grandy; Brenda Reed, Autumn Short, Russell Datsun; Bonnie Bovee and Greg Good; Sheri Reikovsky and Sam Nisner; Lisa Bronner and Dave Sheppard, Stacie May and Doug Byerly, Sheri Lane and Troy Schvartz; Kim Yeager and Jeff Hedrick; and Amy Stoltenberg and Tom Bovee. Refreshments vere served from 6:00 o'clock until 7:00 o'clock. Dinner vas served at a little after seven. They erved sveet and sour cornish hens, potatoes, salad and a vetetable. Later a chocolate desert and the dance floor opened up and vas full of couples by 9:00 o'clock, tillage Photography, Chris, too’- the pictures for the prom from 8:00 - 10:00 o'clock. Bat I fizzl o AecAue when wz'ae together., you. gtvz my ti z dinzction, you mafce zvzAiything io cteoA. I can't tght tkii fizzZZng any longzA.............. res . 2 203 3n Our Community ■’Pillage begins Furlos, a prominent restaurant owned by Bill Burlo, was sold to Andy Suski in late September of 1984. Andy Suski remodeled the old Furlos and changed the name to Christies. In late November Christies a newly estab ished business burned. It was on Thanksgiving Day around 5:00 when one of the gas -burners on the smorgas- bord blew up. Fortunately no one was injured. However, Christies was a total loss. Rebuilding of Christies began immdiately following the clean- up. Crew of men tore down what was left of the restaurant and construction of Christies went quickly. Christies was reopened in mid-March. Change ani IDtosper awaits its opening. Birch Run Floral has the first drive through pick-up window in the area. Conlee's receives its new has pumps and its new canopy. The B.R. welders protested the job because they hired non-union workers. Upper left and clockwise: Birch Run opened its first car wash in years. The old car wash used to be the gas station that blew up a few years ago. Bill Thomas’s Halo-Burger displays its large u balloon to make themselves more noticeable to those traveling on the freeway. Halo- Burger opened sometime in January. Taylor's Collision building sets on the Dixie Highway waiting for its grand opening. The other location is located on Burt Road. Birch Run Floral (connected to Taylor's) (top of page) The village o Birch Run is beginning to change in many ways. Also, it is prospering very quickly as most small towns do when they begin to grow. Birch Run received its first fast food restaurant. Halo Burger. Bill Thomas' tamous restaurant began its building processes in late October. The grand opening was during January. Many graduates of Birch Run High and current seniors work there. Also, Birch Run received a used car dealer and a body shop called Taylors Collision. It is located on Dixie Highway (across from Birch Run Welding) Their slogan is, We meet by accident . The main location is at 12345 E. Burt Road. Adjoining Taylors Collision is the Birch Run Flower Shop with their new idea of a drive through window. Joannies Floral moved up town into the building that used to be Mel's T.V. Furio's restaurant sold our and became Christies. It caught on fire on Thanksgiving Day but was reconstruct- ed and reopened in mid-March. Toni's restaurant added a new dining area and received a new sign. Birch Run is looking forward to any other new additions to the village. Birch Run has really taken a change for the better. Yearbook ;§ taff Upper left and clockwise: Stacie May looks up from her work just in time for a quick snap. Stacie has been on the staff for three years. Sherri Lane works on the under- classmen section. Sherri is a junior and was head of the advertising section. Mrs. Jan Pollard writes a note to her staff. This her first year as advisor. Bob Slavik looks over his spread. He looks really pleased with the outcome. Sherri Lane, Lisa Bronner, and Stacie May all work together to meet their deadline. Sherri is a junior, Lisa is a senior and Stacie is a junior. Standing left to right: Bryan Altman, Jeff Hutchison, Penny Paarce, Tim Juillett, Jamie Kretz, Kelly Meyer, and Sheryl Altman. Sitting left to right: Tina Mclrnery, Sherri Lane, Lisa Bronner, Stacie May, and Stefanie Lamb. Missing is Mandy Kretz, Bob Slavik, Monika Matzke, Teresa Gibson, Shawn Raquepaw, Jan Johansson, and Kristian W Linder-Madsen. Opposition— What about yearbook? No yearbook for the class of 1985? Who cares-? This year the yearbook staff had a rough start against much opposition from the Board of Education. First we lost our class, then our advisor and then most of our staff. The few students who really cared what happened to this class appealed to the Board of Education to reinstate yearbook as a class. The plea was refused and the staff, the book and the advisor was walked on. Money for sports was more important than a class in the curriculum. How can sports, an uneducational, extracurricular activity be more important than an attempt for the students to learn about some- thing most do not have the chance to experience. Yearbook has many educational aspects: we learn to write stories, we learn to type, make headlines, sell advertising and most of all we learned how important it is to know how to communicate with people in the business world. • If a student learns one good thing from a teacher and retains it—the teacher is rewarded,” commented one of the teacherf at Birch Run. Students learned and re- tained alot from the yearbook class. It is a shame to see how the people of Birch Run and the Board of Education views its priorities—”SPORTS”! In October Mrs. Pollard decided to take on the job of yearbook advisor. Slowly some of the staff members and other students joined together to see the book in print. In November, the staff was highly unorganized and missed alot of deadlines. Finally in the end of January the staff was well organized and production of the book went very well. No more headaches of wondering will we finish? • Now that the yearbook is done and everyone has retrieved their book—how many will appreciate it? It is a satisfying feeling to know you’ve won against all the odds! We fought, we worked, we cared. _______________________________A