Bishop Neumann Catholic High School - Cavalog Yearbook (Wahoo, NE)

Text from Pages 1 - 120 of the 1977 volume:

1977 CAVALOG Volume Thirteen Bishop Neumann Central Catholic High School Wahoo, Nebraska Bishop Neumann High School, a sharing community of students drawn from ten area parishes, beamed rays of success throughout the 1976-77 school year. A total of 245 students were enrolled when school opened on August 24. The announcement that the patron of the school. Blessed John Neumann, was to be canonized in Rome on June 19 opened a radiant year of achievement in many areas. Guided by the newly formed board of education, the administration implemented classes which they felt would better fulfill the hopes of Blessed John Neumann. The goal of the father of Catholic education in America was to form, build, and expand the intellectual, physical, and spiritual being of the student. Through the guidance of the faculty the diverse aspects of life revealed themselves to the students who were willing to explore various areas of study. Once again a large following of enthusiastic students as well as a supportive community boosted the athletic programs. The bright accomplishments of the boys’ basketball team were evident as they out shone their opponents, capturing the Centennial Conference Championship and a state class C rating of fourth place. The football team retained the conference’s American division title. A glowing year of athletic achievement was brought to close when four Neumannites participated in the state track meets. 4 Recogntion received at various art fairs and exhibitions displayed the quality of craftmanship achieved by the art and industrial arts departments. The spotlight encompassed the Neumann stage as the lights were brought up on two major productions. The Cavalier marching and concert bands continued their winning tradition with successful seasons. Faces of the yearbook staff members glowed with excitement when the Cavalog was announced winner of the Nebraska High School Press Association state class C trophy. This was the second consectutive year the yearbook received this award. By the diverse experiences of this school year the students of Neumann High School have formed, built, and expanded their intellectual, physical, and spiritual being helping Neumann to shine forth and the light within themselves to shine brighter. It is through each radiant individual that we became a shining star. 5 A hanging cloud of doubt Is around like the black of the night. I look up to the dark sky. It’s there. . . a star. How far away, Yet it lights up my world. It shows me the way So I never stumble or fall. And some day I shall reach it With all my dreams and hopes. I will find what my life can truely mean. How beautiful it shall be. . . when I reach that star. -Anonymous N.H.S. welcomes Rev. John McCabe ABOVE: Performing one of his many duties as athletic director. Mr. Wayne Reeves writes out a check in payment of bills for the athletic department. UPPER RIGHT: Fr. John McCabe punches out the figures on the calculator as he checks the addition of gasoline bills before payment. Mr. Thomas Behounek. wishing to speak with a faculty member, refers to his schedule before setting an appointment. Changes were made in administration this year when the Rev. John McCabe, superintendent, was welcomed into the staff as a new member. Thirty minute mods replaced the prior modular scheduling system, and each day consisted of eleven mods. Also introduced was the addition of a school board, which gave approval of school finances and handled other business areas of the school. Returning members of the administrative staff were Mr. Thomas Behounek, principal, the Rev. Philip Ruth, guidance couselor, and Mr. Wayne Reeves, athletic director. 8 School board members (left to right) Mr. John Albin. Mrs. Ellen Kruce. Fr. Paul York. Mr. Joe Breunig. and Mr. Robert Lanik discuss matters after a meeting. Fr. Philip Rauth adjusts the drum to correct malfunctions of the duplicator. Variety in lunches Mrs. Helen Rezek, head dietician, commented on the salad bar which was added to the lunch program this year. “Some students don’t want starchy foods all the time and with a salad they get a balanced meal.” Mrs. Rezek, Mrs. Judy Rezac, Mrs. Blanche Bartek, and Mrs. Rita Janecek worked six hours daily to prepare meals for about 315 students. Mr. Wayne Reeves, Mr. A1 Shanahan, Mr. Ken Hornung, Mr. Carl Jelinek. and Mr. Jim Svoboda braved snow, frigid weather and bus breakdowns in transporting students to and from Neumann. Mr. Ed Havlovic and Ms. Darlene Thole aided them as substitutes. In his third year at Neumann. Mr. Fred Maly was in charge of custodial duties associated with the school. Mr. Wayne Reeves. Mr. Ken Hornung. and Mr. Carl Jelinek stop for a minute before beginning the afternoon bus route. NOT PICTURED: Mr. A1 Shanahan and Mr. Jim Svoboda. UPPER LEFT: Sr. Annunciate Micek, N.D. searches through bookshelves to find the proper place for the book which was returned to her. UPPER RIGHT: Office secretary. Mrs. Wilma Wolfe collects money from sophomores for payment on their class rings which they received this year. CENTER: Cleaning fingerprints from the cafeteria window is Mr. Fred Maly. It is one of the many duties of the custodian. The cooking staff. Mrs. Judy Rezac. Mrs. Rita Janecek, Mrs. Blanche Bartek. and Mrs. Helen Rezek. serve lunch to the students. 10 Typing II added An addition to the business area this year was a second year of typing. Students enrolled in this class hoped to further increase their typing speed and accuracy from the previous year. Students enrolled in typing I learned skills such as typing letters, manus- cripts, and outlines. Through tabulating and timed writing exercises students learned to increase their typing speed and accuracy. They also learned different corrective markings which helped them to correct their mistakes. Business students were under the direction of a new instructor as Mr. Doyle Denney undertook the task of teaching bookkeeping which was formerly taught by Mr. Wayne Reeves. Bookkeeping students learned how to operate books for a small business through drills and problems of their texts and workbooks. Students received a better understanding of running a small business when they worked on projects at various times throughout the year. Mr. Doyle Denney works busily grading study guides which have been taken by a bookkeeping class. The study guides further the students understanding of the chapter. UPPER LEFT: During a 3-minute timed writing. Martin Shanahan keeps his eyes on the copy, trying to improve his previous word rate. CENTER: Dave Tvrd is working intently on a bookkeeping problem in order not to make a mistake and to meet an upcoming deadline. What did I do wrong?” Kim Svoboda seems to say as Mr. Doyle Denney points out an error during bookkeeping class. 11 Student teacher develops routine Mr. William Reece, the student teacher, was given the privilege of writing part of the routine for contest shows. Many long hours were spent by both Mr. John Ulrich and Mr. Reece on perfecting an excellent show. Those hours were rewarded when the band received a superior at Plattsmouth and an excellent at Wisner marching contests. The highlight of the season occured at Pershing Auditorium when Neumann was the recipient of one of the two superior ratings awarded in class C. The band and flag girls kept busy by performing at the Shrine Bowl and State Fair parades, and at two home football games, where they entertained a large number of spectators. Mr. William Reece, disguised as a band student, explains the reason for his awarding of a ‘Bob Doux Au’. Leading the band in parades and contests is only part of the responsibilities of Stacy Breunig, this year's majorette. Polishing their saxophones in preparation for the Pershing marching contest are Ann Peterson and Jackie Kavan. 12 Flag girl� for the 1976-77 school year are, Denise Houska, Linda Bartek, Denise Morton, head flag girl, Julie Woita, Lori Roach, and Phyllis Cerv. Marching to “Cherish” the Neumann band performs its routine at the Wisner marching contest. 13 During preparation for the district music contest. Mr. John Ulrich gives his attention to the section of the band which he wants to play louder. Neumann high schools concert band plays a classical piece of music to entertain the crowd at the spring concert. 14 Pop concert opens season Neumann High School’s concert band opened its season with a pop concert on December 1. The band also held several concerts during the winter and spring months including an exchange concert. During this experience, the band students from North Bend, Wahoo, and Neumann High Schools listened to each other perform, and critiqued the band in the areas in which each needed improvement. Group and individual efforts were also in full swing this year when 13 students went to Nebraska Wesleyan honor band, and several solos and ensembles were taken to district music contest. Members of the band council were: president; Sharon Breunig, vice-president; Marilyn Sladky, secretary; Carol Kavan, treasurer; Doug Lynch, sophomore rep.; Joan Breunig, freshman rep.; Peggy Polacek, and majorette; Stacy Breunig. Pat Hancock and Doug Lynch work diligently at their assigned booths to make the band fun night more successful. Mr. David Kentopp, the new student teacher, explaines a difficult rhythm in the contest music to Vicki Pospisil. Louis Hoer. John Albin. and Stacy Breunig warm up their instruments to be sure they are in tune prior to performing. 15 Freshmen widen horizons via maps Freshmen world geography and senior social studies classes were instructed by Sister Anita Rolenc, N.D. The freshmen studied the history and cultures of Latin and Anglo-Saxon America through collages, maps and special booklets. The senior class kept abreast of national issues and the November elections. Prior to election day Sharon Breunig. Louis Hoer, Steve Hruby, Marilyn and Marlene Sladky, and Kris Svoboda went to the Saunders County courthouse to register to vote. During the second semester sociology, anthropology, and economics were studied. Mr. Wayne Reeves instructed the juniors in american history. This was a different role for Mr. Reeves because he had previously taught in another department. Under his guidance, the juniors studied major historical events which shaped our country. His notes gave the students a greater understanding of the U.S. governmental system. On November 4, 16 juniors attended County Government Day at the Saunders County courthouse in Wahoo. Nebraska. 8tove Hruby, Kris Svoboda, and Marlene 81adky are sworn in before they register to vote in the November elections for local and national leaders. Nancy Janecek awaits requested help as Sr. Anita Rolenc. N.D. uses the key to locate a city site on a Nebraska map. 16 Pat Martin looks over the evidence while Scott Speckmann and Curtis Bromm await the verdict on County Government Day at the Saunders County courthouse. Mrs. Ereka Dailey explains the title of a Ukrainian reading primer during a lecture to a freshmen geography class. After taking a quarter exam David Tvrdy asks for a previous test grade and semester average from Mr. Wayne Reeves. 17 Achievement: Art department’s goal 1977 was a year of achievement for Mr. Herman Rauth and the art department. Talents were witnessed by many people when the art students completed screen process printing for advertisements promoting plays, art shows, and band concerts. The art I studies involved basic fundamentals including studio and classroom activities. Concentration in this class was placed on values, techniques, texture, color, space, and shape. Art II students studied Keramos (burnt earth) for 11 weeks. In this class, the students designed and built their own kiln, and produced their own pottery. Art II students attended a craft fair at North Bend and sold their art work. Art II finished the year by working on drawings, paintings, and 3-D sculpture. In the latter part of the year, the Art II students studied art history. • Nancy Meduna. Theresa Meduna. and Roxanne Svara seem to say, “building a kiln can be a very confusing project , as they finish the chimney. ABOVE RIGHT: Mr. Herman Rauth helps Roxane Skoda on her plans for a silk screen poster advertising the all school play, “The King and I”. 18 Theresa Konecky a Golden Key Award winner in art, puts the finishing touches on her drawing of a still life consisting of varying shapes. Tillie Eckstein works to complete her pot during one of her Keramoe classes in advanced art. After completing her silk screen project. Nancy Meduna removes printing ink from the screen. 19 Two girls make I.A. coeducational Industrial Arts I class became coed with the addition of two girls, Jane Woita and Debra Morton. This is the first time in four years that girls have enrolled in Industrial Arts. To begin the year, I.A. I Students were taught basic drafting techniques. The second semester was spent learning about woodworking and the proper use of handtools. Their knowledge was put to practical use in the construction of clipboards. The major project of the year, the building of a garage, was undertaken by the I.A. II students under the direction of Mr. Herman Rauth. In addition, the class sharpened saw blades, constructed model buildings and prepared individual projects. Mr. Herman Rauth lends a helping hand to Tim Maly on measuring off the rafter. Using a french curve Debra Morton makes different designs on her I.A. I plate. 20 Tim Maly and Mr. Herman Rauth demonstrate how to lay a chalk line, while Tom Konecky, Dave Tvrdy, Eric Bordov8ky, and Steve Polacek look on. Gerard Bartek sands off a 3 4 inch board to be used for his model building. Making sure the line is straight. Joe Sloup carefully works on his I.A. I plate. Concentrating on the file while sharpening his saw blade. Eric Bordovsky works diligently to finish by the project deadline. Physics covers wide spectrum Intricate mathematical and experimental problems were faced by Miss Mary Lu Sydik’s physics class. Under her direction, the class studied the Law of Probability and the effects of loud concert music on the human ear. Miss Sydik also taught practical science, chemistry and one class of introductory physical science. The advanced biology students developed a deeper appreciation of physiology and human anatomy. Classroom lectures were supplemented by dissection of animal organs and comparisons of them were made to their human equivalents. In addition to teaching Advanced Biology, Sr. Marie Alice Ostry, N.D. directed the sophomores through biology and the freshmen through I.P.S. Ms. Darlene Thole taught one class of sophomore health. The class studied the physical, emotional, and social aspects of personal hygiene. Miss Mary Lu Sydik watches as Gregg Lanik uses the calculator to solve one of his many problems in chemistry class. ABOVE: Ms. Parlene Thole carefully checks notes on the adrenal gland in preparation for a lecture to her health class. Engrossed in the wonders of the electric microscope, Jim Jambor intently focuses on his biological specimen. C2 “I’m sure,” ponders Kim Roach as Sr. Marie Alice 08try. N.D. explains to her the chemical makeup of DNA. BELOW: Teri Schmidt and Ann Peterson practice their dissecting skills while investigating the anatomy of an eyeball. Experimentation is a key element in illustrating chemical theory as Mary Nelson, Julie Cajka, and Cheryl Bouc demonstrate. 23 Tom Dailey and Ann Sloup take advantage of a resource center to receive help from Mr. Ed Johnson. Mr. Doyle Deney refers to his text for the assignment during a senior business math class. Mr. Ed Johnson Points out an error in Lorene Maly’s theorem during geometry class. 24 Students examine numerous angles Neumann High School’s students and teachers explored many varied aspects of mathematics covered in each of seven fields. Sr. Corona Humpal, N.D. in her role as head of the department, guided advanced math, math I and II and algebra I students. Flashcards, three dimensional tic-tac-toe, crossword puzzles and other games were played by the classes to develop algebraical and other numerical skills. Using an overhead projector, transparencies, graphs and a three dimensional axis, Mr. Ed Johnson taught advanced algebra and geometry. An addition to the Math department, Mr. Doyle Denney, instructed twenty four senior students in the business math classes. Sr. Corona Humpal. N.D. assists Barb Styskal with a math II assignment while Pat Peterson waits his turn. Julie Cajka and Cheryl Bouc discover that two heads are better than one when working on an advanced algebra problem. 25 During an algebra I class Denise Mongar works a quadratic equation on the blackboard. Healthful activity Phys. Ed. target Physical education stressed a target of health- ful activities.which were aimed at better enjoyment of recreation beyond the high school years. P.E. was used to instruct the students in the performance of numerous sports and modern dance. The freshman, sophomore, and junior boys under the direction of Mr. Robert Brandt, were introduced to various activities such as flag football, wrestling, indoor hockey, tumbling, tennis, and golf. Uniforms consisting of red shirts and gold pants with red and gold lettering were purchased by the boys of these classes. Ms. Darlene Thole instructed the freshman, sophomore, and junior girls in the areas of folk dancing, handball, bowling, golf, flag football,tum- bling, indoor hockey, and several other recreational games. Hon Bartek strains at defensing a drive for a layup by Tim Bartek during a junior basketball game. UPPER RIGHT: Margaret Sullivan, Lynette Ludvik, Ellen Lanik, and Leslie Breunig perform a left hand star in a square dancing class. CENTER: Already scoring with a takedown Gregg Fujan attempts a pin over Martin Shanahan while participating in a wrestling class. Searching their memories for answers to a test are Vicki Pospi8il, Connie Nemec, and Lori Furasek taking an exam over bowling. Ms. Darlene Thole demonstrates what she means by reaching out in a dive roll over Kim Svoboda and Margaret Main for LeAnne Stuchlik. During a freshman tumbling class Rory Jenkins is graded by the watchful eye of Mr. Robert Brandt as he performs a scale stunt. 27 Sister Kathleen Cramer. N.D. listens intently as Bob Sloup discusses with her his interpretations of SIDDHARTHA. a novel by Herman Hesse. ABOVE: Mr. Tom Behounek oversees senior sports and science ficiion students. Kim Roach. Joanne Sousek. Kathy Shanahan, Pat Vasa. Steve Machacek. Charlie Vasa, and Bill Schmidt. After locating the poem to which she was referring. Sister Michaeline Pratter, M.S. recites the verses to her class. 28 English emphasizes student interest In an attempt to meet the individual needs and interests of students, a four year English program was offered at Neumann. The basic skills in speech, reading and composition necessary to function adequately in society are emphasized in these years. Principal Tom Behounek took on a new role this year teaching senior quarter classes of sports and science fiction, term paper and grammar. Mr. Ed Havlovic aided Mr. Behounek in teaching senior quarter classes. He instructed classes of sports and science fiction, propagan- da, grammar, and also a section of junior English. Joining the staff this year was Sister Michaelene Prater, M.S. who taught all freshmen and two sections of junior English. Sister Kathleen Cramer. N.D. in her role as chairman of the department, has completed her sixth year at Neumann. She instructed all of the sophomores, two sections of junior English, and two sections of senior quarter classes. The quarter classes which she instructed were grammar and world literature. In a moment of solitude Sister Kathleen Cramer. N.D. reads an assignment in preparation for her upcoming class. ABOVE LEFT: A cross-word puzzle in room 24 provides a point of discussion between Cindy Albin and Lynette Matulka. The Victorian Age of English Literature is discussed in a lecture by Mr. Ed Havlovic in a junior English class. 29 Drama; Speech add courses Advanced courses were added to both the drama and speech departments. Mr. Ed Havlovic, head of both departments, taught these classes. In speech II class, the students studied and exercised the art of public speaking. They also wrote up and gave weekly school news reports on the P.A. system. Another responsibility taken on by the speech depart- ment was the WOW high school reports. These were given every two weeks by Jane Kruce and Bob Knuth. For the first time in many years speech students from Neumann participated in a speech tournament. Jackie Kavan, a junior, received a medal for second place in extemperaneous speaking. Speech I was offered to sophomores on a semester basis. Half of the students took the course first semester while the rest of the class sharpened their speaking skills in the last half of the year. In drama I, students studied the history of drama and the various forms of acting, as well as how to achieve theatrical effects with make-up. Students of drama II spent their class time acting in or directing small productions. In addition these students helped out with the two all-school plays that were presented at Neumann. Speech II student Rilla Sullivan holds the microphone as Lisa Storm, another member of the class, reads one of the school news reports which were presented every Friday. Mr . Ed Havlovic explains to one of his speech II classes what interpersonal relationships mean and how they affect the way we act and think. 30 Jane Kruce watches the instrument board as Bob Knuth reads one of the many High School reports that were given by them on WOW radio. A billboard advertising the all school play, The Diary of Anne Frank , is placed along Highway 77 in Wahoo by Larry Matulka, Charlie Vasa. Pat Keane and Dan Ludvik. Rose Carroll assists Janet Koranda in the primary stages of constructing one of the many puppets used in the shows given by the Drama I classes. Sophomore, Denise Houska refers to her notes as she presents an informative speech on hobbies to her speech I classmates. 31 Fr. Steven Cooney listen intently to a cla a dis- cussion between a group of sophomore on the Sacraments of the Catholic Church. Gesticulating to express the importance of a specific point. Fr. John McCabe talks to a senior class about the Catholic doctrine concerning marriage. CENTER: During senior mass. Fr. Lyle Johnson distribute the Eucharist to Kathy Popken while Keith Maly. Jim Bartek, Dorothy Pacula, and Carol Koranda await. Sr. Michaelene Pratter. M.S. answers a question put to her by Carolyn Thege while Jodi Bartek reads her assignment. Religion students adjust to changes The Religion department underwent an educational evolution when a new staff took over teaching duties and seniors began to meet everyday. The Rev. John McCabe, Sr. Clare Sullivan, M.S., Rev. Lyle Johnson, Sr. Michaelene Pratter, M.S., and Rev. Steven Cooney expanded the students understanding of the patron of the school, Bishop John Neumann, his life and his influence on Catholic education. The seniors were instructed by Fr. John McCabe on Christian marriage. Fr. Lyle Johnson, who also taught the seniors, focused on the Sacraments, Commandments, and the Bible. The juniors, under the instruction of Sr. Clare, studied Christian morality, Catholic heritage and the values one should have as a Christian. Fr. Cooney and Sr. Michaelene taught sophomore religion. At the end of the semester the four sophomore groups rotated. Under the instruction of Sr. Michaelene, sophomores studied the life of Christ and the Gospels. In Fr. Cooney’s sophomore classes, emphasis was placed on the Sacraments and how each can bring Christ into one’s life. Jim Nemec listens to Mrs.Ethel Hohl, Mrs. Helen Hoer. and Mrs. Bernita Breunig who were guest speakers during a parent forum on parent-adolescent relationships. ABOVE LEFT: Michael Khanh. invited by the junior religion class, relates his experiences during the Viet Nam oonflict and his escape from that country. Sr. Clare Sullivan. M.S. listens to a discussion between Sharon Chapek and Julie Koehler concerning a question about their religion assignment. 33 French III students dish up cuisine Coq au vin and mousse au chocolat were the highlights of a Christmas dinner prepared at the home of Mr. Jeffrey Sill and eaten by the seven members of the newly formed French III class. Jigsaw puzzles, work- books. the magazine CHEZ NOUS, and literature and comic books busied the students during classtime. Under the tutelage of Mr. Sill, the 28 students enrolled in French II used the textbook SCENES ET SEJOURS. The monthly magazine, CA VA, was a supplement to the text. French I students mixed work with pleasure when they tackled problems in translation and played games such as vocabulary baseball. The magazine. BONJOUR, and tape reels were used in addition to the first year textbook SON ET SENS. During a game of vocabulary baseball, John Benee and Colleen Noonan race to the finish line to gain the point that will aid his team to victory. Flashcards prove to be helpful assets to teaching French nouns as Mr. Jeff Sill illustrates during a French I class. 34 Carolyn Sousek discovers that concentration is an essential part to taking an examination during her French II class. Cooperation is a big factor when putting together a jigsaw puzzle. Shown unscrambling the maze of 1500 pieces are Rick Ahrens. Margaret Malm. Dan Lanik. Jane Kruce and Kevin Wolfe. Following the arrival of the new issue of CHEZ NOUS. Margaret Malm. Dan Lanik. Mr. Jeff Sill and Jane Kruce carefully decipher the feature story. r ‘Cavalog’ receives meritorious rating Neumann High School’s yearbook was in “Full Bloom” as it received its second meritorious rating in Class C, at the Nebraska School Press Association convention, held in Lincoln on October 18, 1976. Leading the 1977 Cavalog staff were faculty advisor, Mr. Jeff Sill, editor-in-chief, Jane Kruce, copy editor, Kathy Popken, layout editor, Lorene Maly, photography editor, Steve Ethofer, business manager, Bob Knuth, and advertisement managers, Carol Kavan and Ann Nemecek. “Shining Star” was chosen as the theme for the 1977 Neumann yearbook. Dan Laink critically examines a picture as he decides where to crop it. Trying to meet the deadline. RaNae Polacek types as Jane Kruce and Janet Sloup work on their layout . Before enlarging a photograph Steve Ethofer adjusts the light and checks the lenses of the enlarger. Mr. Bryan Smith. Jane Kruce and Mr. Jeff Sill discuss the type to be used in the 1977 Cavalog. 38 Realistic set creates successful results On November 18. 19. and 21. Neumann High School presented the all school production, “The Diary of Anne Frank,” adapted from the original story and dramatized by Francis Goodrich and Albert Hackett. The play was under the direction of Mr. Ed Havlovic with Ann Peterson assisting as student director. For Mr. Havlovic, it was the first drama put on at Neumann. He considered it a great success with approximately 600 people in attendance and personally, “a rewarding experience.” The setting for the play was designed in a manner of realism. Such things as wallpaper, a sink, a stove, and even a live animal, a tomcat, were used to carry out the effect. Another unique idea was the three level stage assemblage instead of the regular one or two story level. Difficulties encountered concerning the light and sound effects were overcome by the stressing of precision during many long and involved rehearsals. “For God s sake don’t fire him. Pay what he asks.” screams Mr. Dussel (Bob Knuth). at Mr. Kraler (Jim Benes). as the fear of being caught terrifies him. ABOVE LEFT: Celebrating the traditional Jewish feast. Hanukkah. are Mrs. Van Daan (Rilla Sullivan). Mr. Van Daan (Terry Polak). Mr. Frank (Tim Cada). Mrs. Frank (Carol Kavan). Peter Van Daan (Kelly Shanahan), and Anne Frank (Jackie Kavan). “I’m sorry Mother, but I’m going to Peter’s room.” Anne Frank (Jackie Kavan). declares vehemently as her mother (Carol Kavan), tries to stop her from seeing Peter. Dramatic talents shine on stage Dramatic talents of the cast of “The King and 1“ shone on March 25, 26 with a matinee performance on the 27. It happened to be special since this repeat production coincided with the 10th anniversary of the first production of this famous musical at Neumann. The small children of the large cast were recruited from the St. Wenceslaus grade school. Costumes, which contributed to the richness of the event, were brought from West Point, Ne., Nettle Creek. Ind. and Lincoln Deluxe Costume Company. The show brought an attendance of over a thousand people which was encouraging to the cast. Long hours were spent in creating a realistic backdrop which helped enhance the effect of the Siamese set. There were not very many problems to hinder the show, except usual near shortage of make-up and someone turning up with crutches. Mr. Ed Havlovic motions with his hands to express what he believes needs improvement before the opening night. Mr. John Ulrich, band director, along with Mrs. Phyllis Ulrich, pianist, listen to his criticism. “She shall be punished.“ says the King (Terry Polak), as the slaves. (Steve Urban and Bob Sloup), hold Tuptim (Sharon Breunig), down. One of the slaves (Pat Keane), and Prince Kralahome (Bob Knuth), watch on. 40 Practicing for curtain call during one of the evening rehearsals are FRONT ROW: children (Joan Breunig. Todd Rezac. Tim Rezac, Michelle Schmidt, and Connie Nemec), 2nd ROW; wives (Rilla Sullivan. Roxane Skoda, Jane Woita, Barb Hagg. and Cindy Albin. BACK ROW; amazons (Michelle Hoer and Linda Breunig). Also present, Anna (Ann Nemecek) and the King (Terry Polak). On right side are Louis Leonowens (Kelly Shanahan), the children (Troy Cada and Sandy Homes), and wife (Carol Kavan). One of the children (Joan Breunig). enters and bows to the King (Terry Polak), and Anna (Ann Nemecek). while the children and wives observe. In the 1st row are children; (Tim Rezac. Todd Rezec, Danny Hoer and Jennifer Otte). wife; (Lori Roach) and Lady Thiang (Joanne Sousek). 2nd row; wives; (Barb Hagg. Mary Egr and Joyce Snitily) along with children (Sandy Homes and Darren Morton). While Lun Tha (Doug Lynch) lover with Princess Tuptim (Sharon Breunig) secretly meet again, they are closely watched by Lady Thiang (Joanne Sousek). Head Wife of the King. 41 Crowd produces deluge of spirit Rain did not drown out the Cav’s spirit homecoming night but aroused thunderous outbursts of excitement from the crowd, who viewed a Neumann victory over the Fremont Bergan Knights. ‘Rustic Summer' was the theme chosen for the event. Decorations consisted of various valuable antiques such as a plow, cornsheller, pump, and other misellaneous smaller items. Traditions were altered this year with the Student Council financing all necessary costs for Homecoming. Consequently the whole student body voted for candidates and royalty. In previous years it was traditional that only pep club and football players were allowed to vote. The electric music of Odyssey fills the air and produces the mood for Rodger Fujan and Lynette Matulka. to •get down’ and ‘boogie’. Candidates for Homecoming are: (left to right) Lorene Maly. Bill Schmidt, first attendant Kathy Shanahan. King Ed Stuchlik. Queen Sharon Breunig. Charlie Vasa. Pat Vasa. Kim Roach, first attendant Glenn Jansa, and Mary Wallace. 43 Council raises money to buy new buses Student Council this year consisted of nine student and three faculty members. The council president was Bob Knuth. Five Student Council members attended a National Association of Student Councils convention at Omaha Tech. The members that attended were Bob Knuth. Mary Egr. Barb Hagg. Debbie Hohl, and Steve Polacek. The Student Council sponsored various events for the school such as the Talent Show and a Bike-a-thon, which helped raise money to pay for two new buses and a van that were bought. They also sponsored events such as a Council Exchange Day and a 50’s Day. The Student Council also purchased a new sound system for Neumann High. Acting as Master of Ceremonies. Mr. John Ulrich, an advisor of the Student Council, introduces the next act at the Talent Show. Winners in various age groups of the Neumann High School Bike-a-thon sponsored by the Student Council are pictured below with Student Council members Sharon Breunig. senior rep.; Mr. John Ulrich, advisor; and Bob Knuth. president. They are Todd Rezac. Tim Rezac. Laurie Martin. and Ms. Darlene Thole. 44 Activity increases The Christian Action Group was very active during the 1976-77 school year. The C.A.G. attended various activities outside of the Neumann High area. Members attended a Spanish fiesta in Sioux City and visited a Jewish synagogue in Lincoln. The C.A.G. also began cleaning up the A-V room so it could be remodeled next year. Money raising projects included selling banners, stickers, and posters and selling concessions at girls athletic events. They completed their project of remodeling the chapel which was started last year by panelling the walls, fixing the altar, and installing a vestment cabinet. Another project they had was collecting books and magazines and sending them to missionaries in India. This year’s officers were: president, Kathy Popken, secretary, Karen Popken, and treasurer, Linda Machacek. C.A.G. moderators were Sr. Annunciata Micek, N.D. and Sr. Michaelene Pratter, M.S. Sr. Annunciata Micek, N.D.. one of the advisors of the C.A.G. listens to comments made by members of the C.A.G. Sorting out posters that were sold as a fund raising project for the C.A.G. are Sr. Annunciata Micek, N.D., Nancy Meduna, Kathy Popken, Linda Machacek. Velma Ottis, and Karen Popken. John Gillette studies various patches in a magazine offered through a C.A.G. fund raising project. 45 Juniors; seniors enter into Shangri-la Shangri-la, a city hidden from the outside world, provided the setting for the Junior-Senior Prom held on the evening of April 30. Couples entered over a bridge into the decorated gym. Scenic murals, pagodas and a fountain set in an oriental garden placed the mood. Prior to arriving at Shangri-la, a Mass said by the Reverend John McCabe was held at Colon. Following the Mass, A banquet was held at the Colon Parish Hall. Various members of the junior and senior-classes and faculty gave speeches. The extra duty of preparing for prom created a unity among the juniors. Early in the year a class council consisting of eight members was elected by the class and three sponsors. Miss Darlene Thole, Miss Mary Lou Sydik and Mr. Bob Brandt. The class decided on two projects to raise money. These were selling magazines and a raffle which gave away a savings bond, groceries and gasoline. Approximately 1000 dollars was raised. During the week before prom. Janet Otte and Debbie Maly work hard and concentrate on spraypainting popcorn to place on tree branch- es for the effect of blossoms. ABOVE RIGHT. BACK ROW: Renae Nelson. Rose Carroll, Lori Roach. Joan Breunig. Linda Swartz. Barb Hagg. Carolyn Thege. Sue Vech. FRONT ROW: Mike Martin, Ron Woita, John Vasa, Jim Jambor, Paul Maly, Lyle Maly. Terry Dailey, and Tom Dailey are servers for the 1977 Junior-Senior Prom. Karen Jonas. Steve Ethofer, Chris Jelinek. Mike Carroll, Evelyn Snyder, and Pat Martin attentively watch as the couples precede in the Grand March. 46 Junior parents. Mr. and Mrs. Cyril Sloup and Mr. and Mrs. Vennie Kavan serve punch and other refreshments from a pagoda. After the exciting moment of coronation, prom royalty Kevin Ohnoutka and Lorene Maly happily share in the traditional first dance. Reigning over Shangri-la for 1977 are Queen Lorene Maly, King Kevin Ohnoutka. and their royal court, Kathy Shanahan, second attendant: Mary Wallace, first attendant: Bob Knuth. first attendant: and Terry Polak. second attendant. Looking on are junior class representative. Steve Polacek; junior class president. Jackie Kavan and crownbearer. Jim Jambor. 47 48 Pep club adapts Pep club underwent many changes in the 1976-77 year. One of the first changes was Sister Anita Rolenc, M.D. who took over the position of faculty sponsor. The new officers were: Stacy Breunig. president. Michelle Keane, vice-president, and Susan Vech, secretary. Class representatives were: Kim Roach, seniors; Roxane Skoda, juniors; Lori Roach, sophomores; and Teresa Shanahan, freshmen. It was decided that at athletic activities the pep club would not manage the Neumann concession stands as they had in the past. Therefore no profits were made by the organization. As a result the pep club relinquished their financial responsibility for Homecoming to the Student Council, but did assist in the decorating for the dance. Revealing their enthusiasm and pep are Karen Popken. Francis Bouc and Lynette Matulka as they cheer the basketball team on. ABOVE RIGHT: Dunk ’em Cavaliers , reads the poster Barb Hagg is hanging to help spread school spirit. CENTER RIGHT: Pep club and cheerleaders wish the team good luck as they present them to the Cavalier fans. Varsity and reserve cheerleaders are: BACK ROW: Lorene Maly. Kathy Shanahan. Kathy Noonan, mascot. Joaan Breunig, Sharon Breunig, Linda Swartz. Mary Wallace. FRONT ROW: Renae Nelson. Kim Svoboda, Rose Carroll, and Sandra Holmes X-country 4th at district Despite some disappointments, the cross country team had a spot of glory when they placed fourth in district competition held in Geneva, Nebraska. Senior Louis Hoer led this year’s five Cavalier harriers as top runner and captain. Under the coaching of Mr. Doyle Denney, the team placed third at the Tecumseh Invitational and four- teenth in the Omaha Cathedral Invi- tational. Several meets were forfeited to the Cavaliers because teams failed to compete or full teams were not present. Martin Shanahan. Louis Hoer. Steve Ethofer, Doug Lynch and Terry Polak, make up this year’s cross country team. They are coached by Mr. Doyle Denney. Louis Hoer keeps a steady pace to stay ahead of two competitors from different teams. Martin Shanahan. Terry Polak. and Coach Doyle Denney, observe opposing teams in warmup at Cooks Park. X-Country Scoreboard Neumann Double Dual 21 Fremont Bergan 24 North Bend Double Dual 19 Fremont Bergan 21 Logan View 24 Paul VI 21 North Bend Opponent 16 11 16 15 19 14 49 F.C.A. takes on new dimension Fellowship of Christian Athletics took on an added dimension with the organization of a girls’ group. This is the first successful group in the school’s history. Under the leadership of Ms. Darlene Thole and Miss Mary Lu Sydik the girls aided the nine Viet Namese brothers in Dwight in cleaning and restoring their rectory. They also sponsored a hayrack ride for both the girls and boys groups and sent seven of the girls to a weekend camp in Norfolk. The boys group grew not only in size but also in oneness. Led by Mr. Doyle Denney and Mr. Ed Johnson, the boys sponsored a slave sale and a basketball game to raise money to send several members to camp in Estes Park, Colorado. On March 19 and 20 members also attended the Weekend of Champions in Fremont. The girls pose tor a picture after a day of work in Dwight. They are: Janet Otte. 8ue Tvrdy. Roee Carroll. LeAnn Stuchlik. Michelle Hoer. Carolyn Thege, Renae Nelson. Michelle Hruby, and Barb Hagg. Michelle Hruby takes a jump shot while Fr. 8teven Cooney readies himself for a fast break with A1 Meduna back for defense. F.C.A. girls officers take time out after a meeting for a picture. They are: Joan Breunig, treasurer; Janet Otte. president; Barb Hagg. vice-president; and Carolyn Thege. secretary. 50 Boys F.C.A. officers take time for a picture in the front of the school. They are: Mike Carroll, vice-president; Doug Lynch, secretary; Louis Hoer. president; and A1 Meduna, treasurer. Dan Lanik stands on the auction block as Olenn Karlof carefully scans the crowd for bids during the F.C.A. s slave auction. All eyes are on the bucket as Mr. Wayne Reeves attempts a layup while Marge Malm positions herself underneath. Bob Chvatal awaits a possible rebound. VARSITY SCOREBOARD NEUMANN OPPONENT 7 Milford 6 6 David City Aquinas 12 6 Omaha Paul VI 0 16 Fremont Bergan 7 26 Platteview 8 0 Columbus Scotus 20 16 Omaha Cathedral 6 0 West Point 7 21 West Point Central Catholic 13 0 Columbus Scotus 13 Mike Carroll returns the kickoff in the playoff l ame against Columbus Sootus while Jim Jambor prepares to block. Shome|| visitor The 1976 Varsity Football Team. BACK ROW: Assistant Coach Ed Johnson. John Hannan. Bill Schmidt. Tim Lorenz. Doug Reeves. A1 Meduna. Pat Keane. Tom Steinbach. Steve Hruby. Dave Spicka. Pat Vasa. Olenn Jansa, and Head Coach Bob Brandt. SECOND ROW: Assistant Coach Wayne Reeves. Mike Carroll. Ed Stuchlik, Rick Ahrens. Tom Konecky, Mitch Lanik. Tom Dailey, Jeff Styskal, Charlie Vasa. Ron Woita, Jerry Dailey, and Terry Dailey. FRONT ROW: Darren Morton. Dave Tvrdy. Tim Maly. Bob Chvatal. Tad Cada. Jim Jambor. Pat Hancock. Paul Maly. Pat Martin, and Mike Martin. The varsity season was high- lighted by the winning of the Amer- ican division of the Centennial Confer- ence for the second consecutive year. The Cavaliers boasted a 6-4 record, the second best record in the school’s history. The Cavaliers started the season off right with an opening win over a highly regarded Milford team. Later in the season the Cavs defeated three American division teams thus winning the right to meet Columbus Scotus in Winning season; division title results the championship game. The championship game was a battle between the defenses as the only scores Columbus could manage were a punt return for a touchdown and a fumble recovery also for a touchdown. Team honors were awarded to Ed Stuchlik, Most Valuable Offensive Player, Dave Spicka. Most Valuable Defensive Player, and Tim Maly, Most Improved Player. Pat Keane tackles a struggling Milford running back while Ed Stuchlik prepares to assist him. ABOVE LEFT: Ed Stuchlik drives for yardage during the first game against Milford. Neumann defenders Rick Ahrens (81), Pat Keane (63). A1 Meduna (31). Doug Reeves (89). and Mike Carroll (36). show their ability to “gang tackle” a Scotus opponent. 63 Reserves, Frosh show improvement; end strong Reserve and freshman football teams both experienced slow starts but improved as the 1976 season came to a close. The reserve team, coached by Ed Johnson and Wayne Reeves, suffered opening losses to Mt. Michael and Pius X, but came back with three wins over Centennial Conference teams. The freshman team, coached by Mike Collins, had a difficult season against a tough schedule. They did show offensive talent by running the wishbone formation, as the reserves did, and continued to improve on defense throughout the season. Honors for the reserve team were awarded to Paul Maly (Most Valuable Player) and John Vasa (Most Improved Player). The 1976 Reserve Football Team. BACK ROW: Coach Wayne Reeves. Rick Ahrens. Tad Cada, Tom Konecky. Tom Dailey, Tom Steinbach, Jeff Styskal. Ron Woita, Jerry Dailey. Bob Chvatal. Tim Lorenz, and Coach Ed Johnson. FRONT ROW: Mitch Lanik, John Hannan. Darren Morton. Dave Tvrdy, Jim Jambor. Pat Hancock, Paul Maly. Mike Martin, and Terry Dailey. ABOVE RIGHT: Bob Chvatal kicks off to the opposing team while Ron Woita charges downfield to cover the return. Jim Jambor plunges for extra yardage as a Mt. Michael opponent slips by Neumann defenders and makes the tackle. FRESHMAN SCOREBOARD NEUMANN OPPONENT 6 David City Aquinas 14 0 Omaha Cathedral 20 0 Fremont Bergan 21 0 Lincoln Pius X 20 RESERVE SCOREBOARD NEUMANN OPPONENT 0 Elkhorn Mt. Michael 22 8 Lincoln Pius X 20 28 Omaha Paul VI 0 16 Fremont Bergan 14 26 David City Aquinas 0 Reserve Coach, Mr. Ed Johnson and Mr. Mike Collins, Freshman Coach, observe the Neumann freshman team playing a 1976 opponent. Paul Maly, the reserve quarterback fights for yardage against Mt. Michael while fellow teammates, Ron Woita and Tom Steinbach, provide blocking. The 1976 Cavalier Freshman Football Team. BACK ROW: Tad Cada, Ernie Cajka, John Hannan. Tom Hannan. Mike Wolfe. Terry Daily. Ted Steinbach, and Jerald Humlicek. MIDDLE ROW: Coach Mike Collins, Steve Bartek, Gregg Fujan. Bob Shanahan, Jim Virgl, Tom Dailey, and Jim Martin. FRONT ROW: Rory Jenkins, Chris Otte, Dick Shanahan. Lyle Maly. Dan Vasa. Mike Murren. and John Noonan. 55 Record season merits state rating Varsity season's reward for the 1976-77 season was the state rating of 4th in the Omaha World Herald newspaper. The Cavs, coached by Doyle Denney, marched to the school’s best basketball record of 19-3. Many records were also set by the Cavaliers including the longest winning streak of 11 games. The regular season was highlighted by the Cavs winning for the first time in the school’s history the conference tournament which was held at Neumann. During the tourney the Cavs downed Omaha Cathedral, Columbus Scotus, and won a two point championship victory over Omaha Holy Name. Conference first team honorees were: Dave Spicka, Jim Bartek, and Kevin Ohnoutka, who also was voted to class C’s all-state team. VARSITY SCOREBOARD NEUMANN OPPONENT 62 Omaha Paul VI 65 44 Elkhorn Mt. Michael 39 79 Scribner 61 54 Yu tan 50 55 David City Aquinas 46 50 Malcolm 49 57 Fullerton 46 67 Osceola 52 65 West Point Central Catholic 62 58 Omaha Holy Name 72 90 Mead 62 71 Dodge 52 86 Omaha Cathedral 62 62 Omaha Cathedral 49 77 Columbus Scotus 59 74 Fremont Bergan 72 58 Brainard East Butler 46 81 David City 54 80 Scribner 54 37 David City Aquinas 39 ABOVE RIGHT: Leaping over his Holy Name defenders. A1 Meduna tries for two points. Kevin Ohnoutka shoots from the field as A1 Meduna positions himself for the possible rebound. ABOVE LEFT: Driving to the basket. Dave Spicka puts the ball to the hoop while Kevin Ohnoutka awaits the outcome of the shot. The 1976-77 Cavalier Varsity Basketball Team. BACK ROW: Head Coach Doyle Denney, Terry Polak, Glenn Jansa, Steve Hruby. Al Meduna. Jim Bartek. Dave Spicka. Kevin Ohnoutka. and Assistant Coach Ed Johnson. FRONT ROW: Dan Lanik, Pat Martin. Rick Ahrens. Mike Carroll, Tim Maly, and Student Manager Steve Schmidt. 57 The 1976-77 Reserve Basketball Team. BACK ROW: Coach Ed Johnson. Darren Morton. Rick Ahrens. Tom Steinbach. and Tad Cada. MIDDLE ROW: Mike Carroll, John Hannan, Mike Martin, Dan Lanik, Doug Lynch, and Paul Maly. FRONT ROW: Jim Jambor. Gregg Fujan. Tom Albin. Pat Martin, and Tim Maly. Pat Martin shoots from the outside while teammates, Tim Maly and Ron Woita. await the rebound. Paul Maly traps an opponent as Dan Lanik prepares to help out. RESERVE SCOREBOARD NEUMANN OPPONENT 53 Omaha Paul VI 72 60 Mt. Michael 42 59 Yutan 38 63 David City Aquinas 59 80 Osceola 70 41 West Point Central Catholic 53 49 Omaha Holy Name 76 48 Mead 37 63 Dodge 55 70 Omaha Cathedral 59 30 Columbus Scotus 68 61 Fremont Bergan 53 33 East Butler 31 58 Development seen • Reserve and freshman basketball teams both experienced team growth during the 1976-77 season. The reserves, which boasted a 9-4 record, showed that they could play well on both sides of the court. The junior varsity continually held their opponents to low scores on defense while on offense the team scored well on a balanced scoring attack led by team members, Ron Woita and Mike Carroll, and Most Improved Player, Tim Maly. Although the freshmen lacked a sizeable team they held a 4-10 season mark, led by leading scorers Joe Chmelka and Steve Bartek. The freshman team was coached by Kevin McDonough. The 1976-77 Freshman Basketball Team. BACK ROW: Jim Martin Steve Bartek. Joe Chmelka. Ernie Cajka. and Ted Steinbach. FRONT ROW: Mike Wolfe. Mike Murren, Dan Vasa, and Bob Shanahan. FRESHMAN SCOREBOARD NEUMANN OPPONENT 42 Omaha Paul VI 63 31 Omaha Cathedral 37 49 Omaha Holy Name 33 30 David City Aquinas 38 38 Fremont Bergan 56 39 Gretna 48 42 Omaha Holy Name 32 44 David City Aquinas 38 46 Omaha Cathedral 57 38 Fremont Bergan 54 43 Columbus Scotus 40 40 Waverly 57 43 Mt. Michael 49 31 Columbus Scotus 62 Jim Martin demonstrates his dribbling ability against his defensive opponent. Steve Bartek puts up a short jump shot as Ernie Cajka fights for the rebound. 59 Cav tracksters feel pain; glory Pain and glory were sensations experienced by the Neumann track team as they tied or broke a total of eight school records. They finished in third place at the Centennial Conference and District track meets, and sent three atheletes to the state track meet at Omaha Burke stadium. They were Bill Schmidt and A1 Meduna in the high jump and Doug Reeves in the 880 yard run. Neumann’s track year got off to a slow start, but the young Cavaliers gained experience as the season progressed, gaining more points and medals at each meet. Some of the outstanding achievements of the 1977 track team were: Bill Schmidt’s jump of 6 feet 2 inches, Doug Reeves 880 time of 2.00.6 minutes, the two mile relay rating fourth in the state with a time of 8.29.4 minutes. Team members were Doug Reeves, Doug Lynch, Mike Carrol, and Louis Hoer. Soaring into the upmost heights of class C competion is Bill Schmidt, as he clears a preliminary height. Jerald Humlicek and Pat Keane look on. Doug Reeves edges out his opponent at the finish line, qualifying him to go on to the state track meet. Steve Ethofer takes a well deserved breather, as Coach Bob Brandt congratulates him on a good lap time. 60 BOY S VARSITY TRACK North Bent triangular Second Fremont Bergan triangular Second INVITATIONALS Tekamah-Herman Eleventh Wilber Second Elkhorn Ninth West Point Tenth Schuyler Twelfth Centennial Conference Third District C-l Third Stretching out with the baton; Rick Ahrens hands off to the next leg of the 880 relay. The 1977 Neumann Track Team: BACK ROW: Head Coach Robert Brandt, Steve Bartek. Tim Lorenz, A1 Meduna, Roger Fujan. Rick Ahrens. Doug Reeves. Louis Hoer, Dan Lanik, Jim Virgl, Coach Doyle Denney. SECOND ROW: Steve Ethofer. Bob Chvatal, Doug Lynch. Mike Carroll. Ernie Cajka, Jerald Humlicek. Tom Konecky. Mike Martin. John Vaaa. Bill Schmidt. FRONT ROW: Steve Schmidt, Joe Chmelka. John Noonan. Pat Martin. Pat Hancock, Dan Vasa. Paul Maly. Bob Shanahan, Tim Maly, Jim Martin. Varsity player Teri Schmidt attempta to return the ball with a ‘‘bump.” BELOW RIGHT: Kathy Noonan looks on as Renae Nelson follows through on a ball return. BELOW: Sue Tvrdy tips the ball over the net to a Yutan player in a reserve match. NEUMANN VARSITY SCOREBOARD OPPONENT 0 Paul VI 2 2 Cedar Bluffs 0 2 Bergan 0 0 Cathedral 2 0 Mead 2 1 Scotus 2 1 Yutan 2 0 David City Aquinas 2 0 David City Aquinas 2 1 Pius X 2 2 David City 1 0 Mead 2 62 Win makes history On the night of September 21. 1976, for the first time in the history of the Neumann girls athletics, the volleyball team, coached by Ms. Darlene Thole defeated the Fremont Bergan girls’ squad. The girls won in straight sets of 15-9 and 16-14. In the matches following the girls play resembled that of a pendulum, swaying from flawless volleyball to that which lacked the movement essential to have a successful game. Due to the fact that four of the previous years varsity players had graduated, Coach Thole compensated by switching the team to a 4-2 offense. The Neumann squad finished with a varsity record of 3 wins and 10 losses. The reserves did somewhat better, coached by Mary Lu Sydik with a record of 5-5. The 1976-77 Cavalier Girla Volleyball Team. BACK ROW: Coach Darlene Thole, Michelle Hruby, Margaret Malm, Michele Keane. Jodi Bartek, Renae Nelson. MIDDLE ROW: Kathy Noonan. Janet Otte, Lori Roach, Rose Carroll. FRONT ROW: Teri Schmidt, Cheryl Furaaek, Joan Breunig. ABOVE LEFT: After receiving the '■set from Teri Schmidt (31). Rose Carroll (20) spikes the ball to the opposing team. CENTER: Rose Carroll, Margaret Malm, and Teri Schmidt, go through warm up exercises prior to one of their 12 games. Coach Darlene Thole explains how to execute a play to team members. CLOCKWISE: Renae Nelson. Cheryl Furaaek. Janet Otte. Margaret Malm. Rose Carroll, Michelle Hruby and Teri Schmidt. 63 Record books revitalized Statisticians for Neumann’s Varsity girls’ basketball team kept their pencils sharpened all season as the Cavaliers proceeded to topple each and every team record. The youthful roundballers posted a 7-8 record while facing stiff competition throughout the season. Selected to the All-Conference team were Cheryl Furasek, Michelle Hruby, and Kim Roach. These girls, as well as Janet Otte and Margaret Malm, were also honored in various all-area teams. Team awards consisted of: Most Improved, Renae Nelson; Most Inspirational, Janet Otte; and Most Valuable Player, Margaret Malm. Next year’s team will have an abundance of underclassmen and returning lettermen. Coach Thole believes the outlook is bright. 64 Ms. Darlene Thole conveys some terse in- structions to the varsity squad during a time out. Sophomore Rose Carroll attempts a lay-up during a reserve game as Kelly Reeves offers assistance. Varsity and Reserve team members for 1976-77: FRONT ROW: Barb Styskal, Cheryl Furasek. Kelly Reeves. SECOND ROW: Renae Nel- son. Rose Carroll. Marla Jansa, Debbie Morton. Margaret Malm. THIRD ROW: Coach Darlene Thole. Janet Otte. Teresa Konecky. Kim Roach, Michelle Hruby. I IV VARSITY SCOREBOARD Neumann OPPONENTS 29 Malcolm 33 41 Cedar Bluffs 55 46 Holy Name 47 33 Paul VI 46 50 Bergan 45 31 Holy Name 36 53 Cathedral 28 63 Yutan 45 49 Scotus 27 39 East Butler 41 70 Cathedral 33 44 Weeping Water 26 48 Bergan 45 56 Pius X 83 36 Yutan 42 Theresa Konecky passes the ball over the head of an opponent while Barb Styskal tries to help out. Kelly Reeves remains calm and tosses one in from the corner as the opposition converges. The starting line-up for the 76- 77 varsity; FRONT: Kim Roach and Cheryl Furasek; BACK: Margaret Malm. Michelle Hruby, and Janet Otte. 65 Cav hurdles dist. Individual improvements were shown on the girl’s track squad this year. An early season injury to freshman Marla Jansa hampered relays and chances to score at the larger meets. During the middle of the season she came back, placing third in both the 100 and 200 yard dashes at the district meet. Another track standout, Renae Nelson, placed second at district in the hurdles, thus earning the chance to compete in the state meet in North Platte. This was Renae’s second consecutive year to go to the state meet. Commenting on the team, Ms. Darlene Thole stated, “The girls are improving each year, and look forward to attaining higher goals and scoring more points at meets next year.” Junior Kathy Noonan displays her technique as she begins her spin before hurling the discus. Freshman track standout, Marla Jansa, is being attended to by the Head Track Coach, Ms. Darlene Thole. Sophomore trackster, Renae Nelson, clears the hurdle on her way to a qualifying time for the state meet. A 1977 girls track team members: BACK ROW: Coach Darlene Thole, Renae Nelson. Denise Houska, Sue Tvrdy. Margaret Malm. Student Manager Cindy Albin. SECOND ROW; Margaret Sullivan. Rose Carroll. Kelly Reeves. Marla Jansa, Carolyn Thege, Kathy Noonan. Denise Mongar. FRONT ROW: Joan Breunig. Jodi Bartek. Debbie Hohl. Michelle Hoer. Colleen Noonan. Kathy Swartz. Lynette Matulka, Monica Stephenson. Kim Svoboda. and Jackie Kavan. Trying not to fall backwards. Kelly Reeves stretches for extra inches in the long jump. GIRLS VARSITY TRACK North Bend Triangular Third Aquinas Triangular Third INVITATIONALS Creighton Invitational Eleventh Seward Invitational Seventh Centennial Conference Eighth Districts Eighth 67 A light follows us throughout our lives. It starts to shine when we are young. It follows us in these years, And grows with us. And when we are open to others, It bursts into bright rays of friendship! Linda Swartz Students Freshman class “into everything” Involvement could describe the class of ’80 as each student demonstrated his talents in academics, athletics and activities. Every aspect of Neumann High School felt the presence of the freshman class. Led by class president. Bob Shanahan; vice-president, Dan Vasa; secretary, Belinda Richter; Treasurer, John Noonan; and student council representative, Debbie Hohl, the freshmen made themselves known through soc hops and money making projects. A carwash proved to be beneficial when $30.00 was earned. The profit of $26.10 paid for CHOOSE LIFE manuals purchased for religion I. Later in the year the workbooks were used by religion II and III classes. Freshman class sponsors were Sister Kathleen Cramer, N.D. and Sister Clare Sullivan, M.S. To sum up their freshman year several students felt that they “learned much but still had a lot of fun.” Four freshman students line up for competition in the passing of lifesavers by toothpick. The seniors won but Debbie Hohl. Tom Hannan. Denise Benes. and Ted Steinbach give their most for a freshman victory. Chris Bartek Steve Bartek Denise Benes John Benes Leslie Breunig Linda Breunig Ernest Cajka Sharon Chapek Joe Chmelka 70 Thomas Hannan Michelle Hoer Debbie Hohl Dan Homes Jerald Humlicek Nancy Janecek Marla Jansa Rory Jenkins Dale Kavan Ruth Kellner About to embark on leadership adventures are five freshman class officers. Pictured from left to right are: class representative. Debbie Hohl; treasurer. John Noonan; secretary, Belinda Richter; president. Robert Shanahan and vice president. Dan Vasa. Julie Koehler Sheryl Konecky Theresa Konecky Peggy Kucera Ellen Lanik 71 Freshmen class unite Freshman girls take a break at the noon lunch mod to talk over events of a busy half day of activity. Here Teri Shanahan. Peggy Polacek. Nancy Janecek. Linda Breunig, and Belinda Richter chat in the gym. Mary Lanik Lynette Ludvik James Martin Denise Mongar Debra Morton Michael Murren James Nemec Colleen Noonan John Noonan Chris Otte JoAnn Pacula Paul Pleskac Kathy Polacek Peggy Polacek 72 through originality Kenneth Popken Lori Princ Belinda Richter Don Sabatka Robert Shanahan Teresa Shanahan Susan Steinbach Helping people, a characteristic of the freshman class, is exemplified by Julie Koehler as she aids Linda Breunig with a problem. 73 Mike Wolfe attempta to make a home run during a game of volleyball-baseball, a new sport introduced into the boys’ physical education classes. Theodore Steinbach Monica Stephenson Perry Storm Ken Popken directs a question to Mr. Robert Brandt, freshman physical education teacher. Chris Otte. John Benes and Mike Murren await further instructions. 74 Frosh exercise mind and body Margaret Sullivan Kathy Swartz Kevin Swartz Dan Vasa Kathleen Vasa James Virgl Monica Voberil Mike Wolfe Barb Wonka Patricia York A freshman religion class listens with rapt attention to a panel of upperclassmen who express their views on responsibility. Lynette Ludvik presents her banner to freshman classmates. Sister Clare Sullivan. M.S. admires her creativity. 75 Sophomores reach successful goals Sophomores gleamed with success during the 1976-77 school year led by president Mary Jane Egr. Other class officers were Linda Machacek, vice-president: Barb Haag, representative; Lori Furasek, secretary; and Connie Nemec, treasurer. Class sponsors were Sister Corona Humpal Nd., and Mr. Wayne Reeves. This years Reserve cheerleading squad contained three sophomores: Renae Nelson. Sandy Homes, and Rose Carrol, while sophomores Linda Swartz, and Joan Breunig added pep to the varsity squad. Two successful sophomores artists, Nancy Meduna and Theresa Meduna, entered some of their work in an art contest sponsored by the Catholic Daughters of America. Nancy placed second in the contest and Theresa placed third. 18 soph, band members, including two flag girls, strived to reach goals of success and added spirit to the band at the same time. Other sophomores also grew in success in activities such as volleyball, football, basketball, track, and school plays. Mary Egr smiles approvingly as she completes her jump rope routine done to music during a physical education class. Tom Albin Oerald Bartek Jerry Bartek Jody Bartek Grace Benes Eric Bordovsky Joan Breunig Tad Cada 76 Rose Carroll Lynne Clhal Terry Dailey Tom Dailey Mary Egr Gregg Fujan Lori Furasek Barbara Hagg John Hannan Ronald Homes Sandy Homes Denise Houska Sophomore class officers this year are: vice-president, Linda Machacek; trea- surer. Connie Nemec; secretary, Lori Furasek; president. Mary Jane Egr; and student council representative Barb Hagg. 77 Jim Jambor Charlene Kadavy Mark Kavan Diane Koranda Mitch Lanik Linda Machacek Lyle Maly Paul Maly Mike Martin Nancy Meduna Theresa Meduna Darren Morton Greg Fujan carefully sketches his plans for a garage, one of his assignments in I.A. II class. 78 ‘79’ draws future plans Mr. Mike Fitzpatrick, a representative for the Balfour Company, helps Don Sladky in measuring his finger for the proper ring size. Ranae Nelson Connie Nemec Brian Ohnoutka Velma Ottis Pat Peterson Rita Pleskac John Polacek Vicki Pospisil 79 ‘78’ exposes potential Kelly Reeves Lori Roach Steve Schmidt Martin Shanahan Richard Shanahan Don Sladky Joe Sloup Joyce Snitily Carolyn Sousek Paul Maly puts a little body english behind the ball as he releases it down the alley during a bowling course. 80 Grace Benes and Linda Machacek find the news Lynn Cihal is re- lating to them a bit amusing. Barb Styskal Linda Swartz Carolyn Thege John Vasa Susan Vech Cheryl Vlcan Ron Woita Kathy Wonka Velma Ottis and Carolyn Sousek have Sr. Marie Alice Ostry. N.D. examine their findings through a microscope during biology class. 81 Planning prom involves time and effort Neumann High School’s junior class once again planned and produced prom along with many other achievements, such as winning the class competition in the tree of lights. The proceeds were then sent to a mission in Venezuela under the directorship of Father Pat Murphy. A total of $500.00 dollars was raised for prom by the junior class through a magazine sale. The two top sellers were Jim Benes and Lynette Matulka. Another of the fund raising projects sponsered by the junior class was a raffle. The three prizes awarded where $50.00 worth of gasoline, $50.00 worth of groceries, and a $50.00 savings bond. The total amount of money raised by this raffle reached a total of $600.00. Tom Konecky receives his certificate that states he letters from Coach Doyle Denny, during the athletic banquet at Weston. Lisa Storm paints wall murals to be used as a back drop at the junior-senior prom. Rick Ahrens Cindy Albin Linda Bartek Ron Bartek Tim Bartek Eugene Benes Jim Benes Cheryl Bouc Frances Bouc 82 Julie Cajka Mike Carroll Phylis Cerv Bob Chvatal Jerry Dailey Steve Ethofer Roger Fujan John Oillette Pat Hancock Michelle Hruby Elected to lead the junior class are, president. Jackie Kavan; vice-president. Janet Sloup; secretary. Janet Koranda; treasurer, Cindy Albin; and council representative Steve Polacek. Chris Jelinek Marvin Kadavy Jackie Kavan Michele Keane Tom Konecky 83 Janet Sloup is caught by surprise while mixing kool-aid for a junior sponsored sock hop. Janet Koranda Greg Kucera Dan Lanik Gregg Lanik Tim Lorenz JoAnn Ludvik Doug Lynch Margaret Malm Debbie Maly Tim Maly Pat Martin Lynnette Matulka Allen Meduna 84 Class of ‘78’ becomes spiritually strong Denys© Morton Mary Nelson Kathy Noonan Janet Otte Karen Pacula Nacy Pacula Ranae Polacek Richard Polacek Steve Polacek John Polivka receives his penance face to face from Fr. John Olaves during a penance ser- vice at St. Wenceslaus. Mary Nelson, Julie Cajka and Cheryl Bouc watch carefully, waiting for the chemical reaction to take place. 85 ‘78’ interprets daily life Michele Keane and Mary Nelson perform in a Modern Dance routine during a Physical Ed- ucation Class. Frances Bouc recites the Angelus, which was said each day following the lunch period. John Polivka Karen Popken Melvin Sabatka 86 Roxane Skoda Ann Sloup Janet Sloup Tom Steinbach Lisa Storm LeAnn Stuchlik Jeff Styskal Larry Styskal Kim Svoboda Ann Tvrdy David Tvrdy Sue Tvrdy David Voboril Mark Walla Kevin Wolfe NOT PICTURED: Donna Ruzicka Kathy Noonan, Denyse Morton, and Bob Chvatal take time to con- verse with Bishop Olennon P. Flavin. 87 ‘Let today be filled with joy celebration!’ Throughout the year, the 65 seniors exercised the above, part of their class motto, in academics, athletics and activities. Thirteen students were honored for academic achievement at the Lion's Club awards luncheon. They were: Tim Asmussen, Sharon Breunig, Cheryl Furasek, Carol Kavan, Bob Knuth, Jane Kruce. Ann Nemecek. Joy Polacek, Kim Roach, Teri Schmidt, Marilyn Sladky, Mary Wallace and Mary Wolfe. Life was celebrated at several activities such as ‘50's Day. Marilyn Sladky, Dave Spicka and Mary Wolfe were winners of bobby socks and hair oil in the best dressed contest. Students from all four classes enjoyed each other at the four soc hops put on by the class of '77. Another senior sponsored activity was the Christmas Tree of Lights. A total of $370.85 was collected and presented to Fr. Pat Murphy for the Venezuelan missions. Class unity was strengthened at the senior retreat held November 7-9. This was the first time that this retreat house was used by Neumann students. John M. Albin Timothy A. Asmussen James R. Bartek Nancy C. Bartek Luke G. Benes Michael K. Benes Diane M. Brabec Sharon A. Breunig 88 Leading the seniors across the bridge to the future are vice-president, Louis Hoer; president. Tim Asmussen; student council representative. Sharon Breunig; secretary. Ann Nemecek and treasurer. Cindy Nemec. Stacy M. Breunig Timothy G. Cada Ann M. Chmelka Tillie I. Eckstein Cheryl L. Furasek Louis A. Hoer C. Steven Hruby Glenn L. Jansa Carol A. Kavan J. Patrick Keane Robert F. Knuth Thomas M. Koehler 89 Seniors lend helping hands Cheryl Fur aek and Jane Kruce give helpful advice to Stacy Breunig as she points out the confusing passage. Carol A. Koranda Jane M. Kruce Raymond J. Kucera Daniel R. Ludvik Steven A. Machacek Keith L. Maly Lorene A. Maly Larry J. Matulka 90 John R. Murren Cynthia M. Nemec Ann T. Nemecek Kevin L. Ohnoutka Steven C. Otte Dorothy P. Pacula Ann C. Peterson Sandra R. Petska Tim Tvrdy. Steve Machacek and Tim Cada discover that cooperation is the key to efficiency during a social studies class. Joy C. Polacek Mary A. Polacek Terence D. Polak Kathleen E. Popken 91 Stepping out of the 1960's with ducktails and white T-shirts are these “cool cats”, Dave Spicka and Pat Vasa. Douglas L. Reeves Kimberly A. Roach Dwayne M. Sabatka William L. Schmidt Teresa K. Schmidt Kathleen M. Shanahan Patrick T. Shanahan Marilyn A. Sladky Marlene A. Sladky Robert J. Sloup Joanne P. Sousek David A. Spicka Ed J. Stuchlik 92 Neumann memories abound RoseMarie A. Styskal Rilla M. Sullivan Roxanne R. Svara Kristin M. Svoboda Timothy L. Tvrdy Steven M. Urban Charles D. Vasa Patrick M. Vasa Mary E. Wallace Jane E. Woita Julie A. Woita Mary C. Wolfe During their class retreat. Dorothy Pacula, Roxanne Svara. Mary Polacek and Diane Brabec find that companionship is essential to happiness. 93 Class motto; song express aspirations “Let yesterday be a source of fond memories, Let tomorrow be a time of new beginnings. And let today be filled with joy and celebration.” This was the motto chosen by the graduating class of 1977. The speakers for graduation, selected by the class, were Teresa Schmidt and Bob Knuth. Those 65 graduating seniors preferred the school colors of maroon and gold for their caps and gowns, along with the red rose as class flower. To express their aspirations in life, Ann Peterson put in words their class song: “Dreams and Wishes.” The Senior class sponsors, Sr. Marie Alice Ostry N.D., Mr. Doyle Denney and Mr. John Ulrich provided the girls with red roses and yellow rose buttoneers to the boys. Prior to graduation. Tim Asmusaen and Luke Benes exchange pictures and name cards to be placed in their memory books. Teresa Schmidt reminisces about yesterday's fond memories and today’s new beginnings in her address to the audience. Summing up the special education received in the four years at Neumann High School. Bob Knuth states. We are ready.” 94 95 The Cavalog staff of 1977 wishes to express their sincere gratitude for the continous support given them by the area businesses. The contributions given by the surrounding communities the entire school have ichievement possible. ‘Cavalog’ grows with businesses ADOLPH S GROCERY 642-5422 Weston, Nebraska B B AUTO PARTS 235 East 6th Wahoo. Nebraska B D GROCERY 628-3225 Cedar Bluffs, Nebr. BELIK AUTO REPAIR 663-4355 Prague. Nebraska Linda Swartz and Steve Ethofer look at one of the many new and used cars in the lot of ANDERSON AUTO of Wahoo. Examining several of the fine farm machines at WAHOO IMPLEMENT are Paul Pleskac. Jerald Humlicek. and Jim Virgl. BILL IVA’S PLACE 443-7900 Wahoo, Nebraska BILL S WAHOO MOTEL 443-7933 Wahoo, Nebraska You can be sure of the excellent prescription service provided by Laverne Bryan and Ken Dailey at DAILEY S CLINIC in Wahoo. B M CONOCO 443-9914 745 Chestnut BRONSON AGENCY 523 North Linden Wahoo, Nebraska CEJKA REPAIR 642-5511 Weston, Nebraska CENGAS Box 248 Wahoo, Nebraska DON CERNY BODY PAINT 443-3111 Wahoo. Nebraska CHRISTENSEN DRUG 443-4188 Wahoo, Nebraska COAST TO COAST 443-3674 Wahoo, Nebraska COMMERCIAL STATE BANK 628-2155 Cedar Bluffs, Nebraska CORNHUSKER OIL CO. 665-2611 Ceresco, Nebraska CUDA S 66 SERVICE 662 North Linden Wahoo, Nebraska SPENCER DOROTHY AND SON, EXCAVATING 443-4362 Wahoo, Nebraska ECONOMY GROCERY 555 Broadway Wahoo, Nebraska With many years of experience, Jerome. Joe. Eugene, and Richard Breunig of BREUNIG’S RENDERING WORKS serve Wahoo and the surrounding area. EGR LUMBER SUPPLIES 663-4313 Prague, Nebraska 99 WAHOO STATE BANK I Wahoo State Bank FARMERS CO-OP ELEVATOR 663-5171 Pragrue, Nebraska FARMERS MERCHANTS BANK MOSYTOM INSURANCE AGENCY Ceresco, Nebraska FARMERS MUTUAL INSURANCE CO. 444 North Linden Wahoo, Nebraska 100 Advertisements boost sales FARMERS UNION CO-OP OIL ASS’N 450 North Chestnut Street Wahoo, Nebraska FARMERS UNION OIL ASSOCIATION 443-3112 Saunders County GAMBLES HARDWARE APPLIANCE 443-3424 Wahoo, Nebraska GREEN ACRE ANIMAL CLINIC 443-3289 Wahoo, Nebraska Mrs. Lee Nelson prepares a sales slip for farming supplies purchased at the Co-op elevator in Cedar Bluffs. HOPPE PAINT 443-3263 Wahoo, Nebr. HUB BAR Downtown Cedar Bluffs, Nebr. JANOVEC FEED SERVICE Supersweet Feed Cedar Bluffs, Nebr. JAY S FABRICS YARNS 512 North Main Fremont, Nebraska HARVEY S STANDARD MEAD ggg (402) 624-3255 NEBRASKA 68041 Farme GRAIN - Union Cooperative Co - SEED - CHEMICALS • FERTILIZER lea lamdOlakes A • . 101 Area merchants support ‘Cavalog’ JOHNSON’S FEED FERTILIZER 665-3451 Ceresco, Nebraska JORDAN PLUMBING HEATING 443-3212 Wahoo, Nebraska KARLOFF REAL ESTATE AUCTION SERVICE Wahoo, Nebraska KUNCL OIL COMPANY 663-4346 Prague, Nebraska LEANNE'S BEAUTY SALON 535 N. Broadway Wahoo, Nebraska LINDA’S BEAUTY SALON 665-3811 Ceresco, Nebraska LOU’S SPORTING GOODS 523 North Main Fremont Nebraska LUCILLE’S GIFT SHOP 113 East 5th Wahoo, Nebraska R.C. MACALUSO O.D.P.C. BARY M. BROWN O.D. Fremont, Nebraska M M AUTO PARTS 443-3555 Wahoo, Nebraska MARGARETS CAFE 665-7971 Ceresco, Nebraska MERF’S PLACE 628-2040 Cedar Bluffs, Nebr. OAK VALLEY LUMBER INC. 784-2801 Valparaiso, Nebraska PEARSON LARSON, INC. 412 N. LINDEN Wahoo, Nebraska J.C. PENNEY’S 443-4153 Wahoo, Nebraska MRS. WALLACE E. KRUCE QUALITY DISCOUNT CENTER DR. E. A. SCHNEIDER, OPTOMETRIST KONECKY OIL COMPANY in Mead provides many services for farmers in the surrounding area. STAGECOACH CAMPER MFO. CO. For quick and courteous service, it’s FARMER IN THE DELL DRIVE- IN along Highway 77 in Ceresco. 102 FDK OAK CREEK VALLEY BANK A Full Service Bank Valparaiso, Nebraska JERRY PETERSON CONST. 443-4204 Wahoo, Nebraska PLATTE VALLEY FOODS 5th Elm Wahoo, Nebraska PRAGUE COOPERATIVE STORE 663-4939 Prague, Nebraska PRICE, JOHNSON ERICKSON Engineering-Surveying Co. Wahoo, Nebraska GERALD SAMPTER 5th North Main Fremont, Nebraska SAUNDERS CO. CARE CENTER 443-4685 Wahoo, Nebraska For dependability in meeting all of your banking needs, do business at the BANK OF PRAGUE. SECURITY HOME BANK Banking and insurance Malmo, Nebraska SETTLES ELECTRIC 628-2455 Cedar Bluffs, Nebr. SETTLES PLUMBING HEATING 628-3200 Cedar Bluffs, Nebraska SHANAHAN APPLIANCE TV SERVICE 344 1 2 N. Broadway Wahoo, Nebraska SHANAHAN SALES AND SERVICES 784-2601 Valparaiso, Nebraska SHEPHERDESS SHOPPE 521 North Broadway Wahoo, Nebraska 103 SHIMERKA IMPLEMENT CO. 663-4360 Prague, Nebraska SHUSTER'S SHOE REPAIR 210 East 6th Street Fremont, Nebraska STATE BANK OF COLON 647-2705 Colon, Nebraska STATE FARM INSURANCE 551 North Linden Wahoo, Nebraska DRS. J. R. R. C. SWANSON DENNIS TVRDY PAINTING For fast and dependable earthwork, rely on SHANAHAN CONSTRUCTION COMPANY of Prague. To get reliable tank service for all of your farming needs contact OTTE’S TANK SERVICE. Support is appreciated Sharon Chapek, Denise Benes and Chris Bartek relax and enjoy soft drinks after school at the MEAD DRIVE IN. STUCHLIK INSURANCE AGENCY 642-5565 Weston, Nebraska SVOBODA FUNERAL HOMES Milo James Svobode Wahoo Weston. Nebr. SWANSON FORD 665-2421 Ceresco, Nebr. THEGE INSURANCE AGENCY 443-4828 Wahoo, Nebraska DRS. TODD TODD, OPTOMETRISTS 626 North “D Street Fremont, Nebraska 105 ‘Cavalog’ grows with support TRIPLETT S PAINT STORE 443-4511 Wahoo, Nebraska VASA STUDIO 443-3523 Wahoo, Nebr. GRAIN Nancy Bartek and Diane Brabec find that FAIRVIEW CAFE in Wahoo provides the best in service as well as food. VERMELINE ELECTRICAL SERVICE 340 East 10th Wahoo, Nebraska VIRGIL IMPLEMENT COMPANY 132 East 4th Wahoo, Nebraska VOBORIL PLUMBING TRENCHING 443-3553 Wahoo, Nebraska WAGNER TIRE SERVICE 443-9978 Wahoo, Nebraska WAHOO BAKERY 443-3387 Wahoo, Nebr. WAHOO DAIRY QUEEN 1120 N. Chestnut Wahoo, Nebraska WAHOO LOCKER PLANT 157 W. 5th Street Wahoo, Nebraska WAHOO OIL COMPANY 443-3200 Wahoo, Nebraska See Mr. Ken Hornung of DAVEY SMITH WELDING of Davey for repairs and hard to find machinery parts. WAHOO DENTAL CLINIC 443-3444 Wahoo, Nebraska WAHOO GREENHOUSE 443-3039 Wahoo, Nebraska WAHOO LIVESTOCK AUCTION CO. 443-3512 Wahoo, Nebraska 106 WESTON LUMBER BUILDING CENTER 642-5252 Weston, Nebraska WONKA OIL AND FEED 642-5444 Weston, Nebraska WAHOO CHIEF MOTEL For your best brand names in tractors and other farm equipment contact BENES SERVICE in Valparaiso and David City. Cavalog staff Senior staff: Jane Kruce—Editor in Chief Kathy Popken—Copy Editor Lorene Maly—Layout Editor Carol Kavan Ann Nemecek Bob Knuth Steve Hruby Junior associates: Phyllis Cerv Steve Ethofer John Gillette Jackie Kavan Janet Koranda Dan Lanik Pat Martin Nancy Pacula RaNae Polacek Steve Polacek Karen Popken Roxane Skoda Janet Sloup David Tvrdy Mr. Jeff Sill—Advisor Index A Ahrens. Rick 36.52,53.54.57.68.61.82 Albin, Cynthia 29.41,67,82.83 Albin. John 15.88 Albin. Mr. John 9 Albin. Tom 58.76 Asmussen, Tim 88,89.94,110 B Bartek. Blanche 10 Bartek. Chris 70,106 Bartek. Gerard 21,76 Bartek. Jerry 76 Bartek. Jim 32,57,88 Bartek. Jodi 32.63.67.76 Bartek. Linda 13.82 Bartek. Nancy 88 Bartek, Ron 26,82 Bartek. Steve 56.59.61,70 Bartek. Tim 26,82 Benes, Denise 70,106 Benes, Eugene 82 Benes, Grace 76,81 Benes, James 39.82 Benes, John 34,70.74 Benes, Luke 88,94 Benes, Mike 88 Behounek, Mr. Thomas 8.2b Bouc, Cheryl 23,25,42,82.85 Bouc. Frances 48.82.86 Bordovsky, Eric 21,76 Brabec, Diane 88,93 Brandt. Mr. Robert 27.52.60.61.74 Breunig, Mrs. Bernita 33 Breunig, Mr. Eugene 99 Breunig, Mr. Jerome 99 Breunig, Joan 41.46,48.60.63.67.76 Breunig, Mr. Joe 9,99 Breunig, Leslie 26.70 Breunig, Linda 41,70.72.73 Breunig, Mr. Richard 99 Breunig. Sharon 40.41.42.43.44.48.88.89 Breunig, Stacy 12,15.89.90 Bromm, Mr. Curtis 17 Bryan. Mrs. Laverne 99 Mrs. Melanie Denney anxiously watches her husband on the court during the faculty vs FCA basketball game. c D F Cada. Tad 52.54.55.58.76 Cada. Tim 39.91.89 Cada. Troy 41 Cajka, Ernest 55.59.61,70 Cajka, Julie 23,25,83,85 Carroll. Mike 46.51.52.53.57.58.61,83 Carroll. Rose 31.46.48.50.63.64.67.77 Cerv. Phyllis 13.83 Chapek, Sharon 33,70,106 Chmelka, Ann 89 Chmelka, Joe 59.61,70 Chvatal. Bob 51.52,54,61,83.87 Cihal, Lynne 77,81 Collins. Mr. Mike 55 Cooney, Rev. Steven 32,60 Cramer. Sr. Kathleen 28,29 Dailey. Ereka 17 Dailey. Jerry 52,54,83 Dailey, Mr. Ken 99 Dailey. Terry 46,52.54,56,77 Dailey. Tom 24.46,62.54,55,77 Denney, Mr. Doyle 11,24,49,57,61.82 Denny. Mrs. Melanie 108 E Eckstein, Tillie 19.89 Egr, Mary 41.76.77 Ethofer, Steven 38.46.49.60.61.83.98 Fitzpatrick, Mr. Micheal 79 Flavin, Bishop Glennon P. 87,96 Fujan. Gregg 26.55.58,77,78 Fujan, Roger 43.61,83 Furasek. Cheryl 63.64.65.89.90 Furasek, Lori 26,77 G Gillette, John 45.83 Glaves, Rev. John 85 108 H J Hagg. Barbara 41.46.48,50.77 Hancock. Patrick 15.52.54.61.83 Hannan, John 52,64.55.58,77 Hannan, Thomas 55,70.71 Havlovic, Mr. Ed 29,30.40 Hoer. Danny 41 Hoer. Mrs. Helen 33 Hoer. Louis 16.49,51.61.89 Hoer. Michelle 41,60,67.71 Hohl. Debbie 67,70.71 Hohl. Mrs. Ester 33 Homes, Dan 71 Homes, Ron 77 Homes, Sandra 41,48,77 Hornung, Ken 10,106 Houska, Denise 13,31,67,77 Hruby, Michelle 50.63.64.65.83 Hruby, Steve 16.52.57,89,111 Humlicek, Jerald 55.60.61.71,98 Humpal. Sr. Corona 25 Jambor. Jim 22.46.47.52.54.58.78 Janecek, Nancy 16,71,72 Janecek. Rita 10 Jansa. Olenn 43,52.57,89 Jansa. Marla 42,64.66,67,71 Jelinek, Carl 10 Jelinek, Chris 46,83 Jenkins. Rory 27.55,71 Johnson, Mr. Ed 24.52,54.55.57,58 Johnson, Rev. Lyle 32 Jonas. Karen 46 K Kadavy, Charlene 78 Kadavy, Marvin 83 Karloff, Mr. Olenn 51 Kavan, Carol 39.41,89 Sr. Margaret Ann Samek N.D., discusses with Junior girls, Karen Popken, Deb Maly, Mary Nelson and Ann Sloup, the film on Notre Dame Sisters they have just seen, along with vocations. To highpoint the end of the Cen- tennial Conference Basketball Tournament, Dave Spicka cuts down one of the winning nets. Kavan. Dale 71 Kavan, Jackie 12.39.47.67,83 Kavan, Mark 78 Kavan, Mr. Vennie 47 Kavan, Mrs. Vennie 47 Keane. Michele 42.63.83.86 Keane. Pat 31,40.52,53,60.89 Kellner, Ruth Ann 71 Kentopp, David 15 Khan. Mr. Michael 3 Knuth, Robert 30,39.40.44.47.89.94 Koehler. Julie 33,71,73 Koehler. Tom 61.82.83.89 Konecky. Sheryl 71 Konecky, Theresa 18,64,65.71 Konecky, Tom 21,52.54 Koranda, Carol 3.90 Koranda, Diane 42,78 Koranda. Janet 31,83,84 Kruce, Jane 30,35,38.90 Kruce, Mrs. Ellen 9 Kucera, Greg 84 Kucera, Peggy 71 Kucera. Ray 90 L Lanik. Dan 35.38.51.57.58.61,84 Lanik. Ellen 26.71 Lanik. Gregg 22.84 Lanik, Mary 72 Lanik. Mitch 52,54.78 Lanik, Mrs. Robert 9 Lorenz, Tim 52.54.61.84 Ludvik, Dan 31,90 Ludvik, Joann 84 Ludvik. Lynette 26,42.72.75 Lynch. Doug 15.41.49.51.58.61.84 M Machacek. Linda 45.77.78.81 Machacek, Steven 28,90,91 Malm. Margaret 27.35.51.63.64.65.67.84 Maly. Debbie 46,84.109 Maly. Mr. Fred 10 Maly. Keith 32.90 Maly. Lorene 24.43.47.48.90 Maly. Lyle 46.55.78 Maly. Paul 46,52.54,55.58.61.78.80 Maly. Tim 20,21.52.58.57,61,84 Martin. James 55,59,61.72 Martin. Laurie 44 Martin. Mike 46.52,54,58,61.78 Martin. Patrick 17.46.52.57.58.61.84 Matukla, Larry 31,90 Matulka, Lynette 29,43,48,67,84 McCabe, Rev. John 8.32 Meduna. Allen 50.51.52.53.56.57.61.84 Meduna, Nancy 18,19,45,78 Meduna. Theresa 18,78 Micek, Sr. Annunciata 10,45 Mongar. Denise 25,67,72 Morton, Darren 41,52,54,58.78 Morton. Debra 20.64,72 Morton. Denyse 13,85,87 Murren, John 91 Murren, Michael 55.59.72.74 N Nelson, Mrs. Lee 101 Nelson. Mary 23.85.86.109 Nelson. Renae 46,48,50.62.63.64.66.67.79 Nemec, Cindy 89,91 Nemec. Connie 26.41.77.79 Nemec, James 33,72 Nemecek, Ann 41,89,91 Noonan. Colleen 34.67,72 Noonan, John 56,61,71,72 Noonan. Kathy 48.62,63.66.67.85.87 Mary Wallace watches carefully so Tim A8mussen won't make a mistake while copying down someones Hearts and Flowers Telegram. Index o Ohnoutka, Brian 79 Ohnoutka, Kevin 47.57.91 Ostry, Sr. Marie Alice 23,81 Otte. Chris 55.72,74 Otte. Janet 46.50.63.64.65.85 Otte. Jennifer 41 Otte. Steven 91 Ottis, Velma 45.79.81 P Pacula, Dorothy 32,91.93 Pacula, JoAnn 72 Pacula, Karen 85 Pacula, Nancy 86 Peterson, Ann 12,23,91 Peterson, Pat 25,79 Petska. Sandy 19,91 Pleskac, Paul 72,98 Pleskac. Rita 79 Polacek, John 79 Polacek, Joy 91 Polacek. Kathy 32.72 Polacek, Mary 91.93 Polacek, Peggy 72 Polacek, RaNae 38,85 Polacek. Rich 85 Polacek, Steven 21.47,83,85 Polak, Terry 39,40.41.47.49,57,91 Polivka, John 85,86 Popken, Karen 45,48,86,109 Popken, Kathy 45,91,95 Popken. Kenneth 73,74 Poepisil, Vicki 15,26,79 Pratter, Sr. Michaelene 28,32 Princ, Lori 73 R Rezac, Tim 41,44 Rezac, Todd 41,44 Rauth, Rev. Philip 9 Reece. Mr. William 12 Reeves, Doug 52,53,60,61,92 Reeves. Kelly 64,65,67,80 Reeves. Mr. Wayne 8,10,17,51.52.54 Rezac, Mrs. Judy 10 Rezek, Mrs. Helen 10 Richter. Belinda 71,72,73 Roach. Kim 23,28.43,64.65.92 Roach. Lori 13,41.46,63,80 Rolenc, Sr. Anita 16 s Sabatka, Don 73 Sabtka, Dwayne 92 Sabatka, Melvin 86 Samek, Sr. Margaret Ann 109 Schmidt, Bill 28,43,52.60,61,92 Schmidt, Michelle 41 Schmidt. Steve 57.61.80 Schmidt, Teri 23.62,63.92,94 Schult, Mr. Jim 111 Shanahan, Kathy 28,43,47.48.92 Shanahan, Martin 11,26,39.41.49.80 Shanahan, Pat 92 Shanahan, Richard 55,80 Shanahan, Robert 56,59,61,71,73 Shanahan, Teresa 72,73 Sill. Mr. Jeffrey 34,35,38 Skoda, Roxane 18,41,87 Sladky, Don 79,80 Sladky, Marilyn 92 Sladky, Marlene 16,92 Sloup, Ann 24.87.109 110 u Sloup. Bob 28.40.80.92 Sloup. Mr. Cyril 47 Sloup. Mrs. Cyril 47 Sloup. Janet 38.83.84,87 Sloup. Joe 21.80 Smith. Mr. Brian 38 Snitily. Joyce 41,80 Snyder. Evelyn 46 Sousek, Carolyn 34,80,81 Sousek, Joanne 28,41,92 Speckmann, Scott 17 Spicka, Dave 52.67,92.109 Steinbach, Susan 73 Steinbach. Theodore 55.59.70,74 Steinbach. Tom 52.54,55,58,87 Stephenson, Monica 67,74 Storm. Lisa 30.87 Storm. Perry 74 Stuchlik. Ed 42,43,52.53.92 Stuchlik. LeAnn 27.60.87 Styskal. Barb 26.64,65.81 Styskal. Jeff 52,54,87 Styskal. Larry 87 Styskal, Rose 93 Sullivan, Sr. Clare 33,75 Sullivan, Margaret 26,42,67,75 Sullivan. Rilla 30.39.41,93 Svara, Roxanne 18,93 Svoboda. Kim 11,27,48.67,87 Svoboda, Kris 16,93 Swartz, Kathy 67.75 Swartz, Kevin 75 Swartz, Linda 46,48.81,98 Sydik, Miss Mary Lu 22 T Thege, Carolyn 32.46.60,67,81 Thole. Ms. Darlene 22.27.44.63.64.66.67 Tvrdy, Ann 50,87 Tvrdy. Dave 11,17,21,52,54.87 Tvrdy. Sue 50.62.67,87 Tvrdy. Tim 91.93 Ulrich. Mr. John 14.40.44 Ulrich. Mrs. Phyllis 40 Urban, Steve 40.93 V Vasa. Charlie 28.31.43.52.93 Vasa, Dan 55.59,61,71.75 Vasa. John 46.61.81 Vasa. Kathleen 75 Vasa. Pat 28.43.52.92.93 Vech, Susan 46,81 Virgl. James 55.61.75.98 Vlcan, Cheryl 81 Voboril. David 87 Voboril. Monica 75 w Walla. Mark 87 Wallace. Mary 43.47.48.93.110 Woita. Jane 41.93 Woita, Julie 13.93 Woita. Ron 46,52.54.55.58.81 Wolfe. Kevin 35.87 Wolfe. Mary 93 Wolfe. Mike 55.59.74,75 Wolfe. Mrs. Wilma 10 Wonka. Barb 75 Wonka. Kathy 81 Y York. Patricia 75 York, Rev. Paul 9 Jim Schult, representative from Wayne State College, gives Steve Hruby information concerning the school's program of study. May there come to be a spot in your life that shines a person, a place, an occurence ever so small. May this spot always shine for you. Remember, though unseen in the bright light of day In the darkest of times it will shine and lead you through. Let this discovery be your guide. For it is through this that you become A Shining Star. -Jane Kruce Through these years of developement at Neumann we, the students, are made aware of the many goals we can seek. We are shown the worth of each of these. After selecting what we wish to attain we are carefully advised and guided. We are shown that those stars above are within our reach. We wish to extend a note of appreciation to Mrs. Norma Gier, and all of the faculty and students from Neumann who gave of their time and talents in making the publication of this yearbook possible. 0Nk