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

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At the FCA Christmas gift exchange Mike Morrissey opens the bottle of bubble bath he received. Small Changes Cheerleaders; FCA take on new look The varsity squad of cheerlead- ers experienced a small change this year as they were joined by a junior varsity squad. Preparations for the high-spirited season began during the summer months as the squads attend- ed a cheer camp and held weekly prac- tices in the city park. In July both squads attended the Dynamic Cheerleaders Association camp at the University of Nebraska- Lincoln. The camp consisted of a four day-three night stay at Smith Hall on the campus. The varsity squad earned many honors while at the camp including Most Improved Squad, Outstanding Jumps, Mounts, and Stunts, and Out- standing Squad. The Junior Varsity squad, although young, acheived and learned much throughout the camp. They also earned honors including Outstanding Spirit and Most Im- proved. Both squads returned with many ribbons, a sense of accomplish- ment, and an anticipation for the up- coming sports season. The Fellowship of Christian Ath- letes tried something new this year by joining both boys and girls groups. “I enjoyed working with the boys and girls together; I think it’s a good expe- rience for them to socialize with each other in the FCA setting. They both have fun and get to know each other better,” said sponsor Miss Mary Sydik. The new group experienced a sense of spiritual growth as they watched films on Christian morals and ethics. They share their spirit with the community by Christmas caroling around the area. A Christmas gift ex- change completed the holiday festivi- ties. During a time out at a boys’ basketball game Becky Benes shows her high-spirited cheerleading ability. Christmas shopping “Since we had four school days off in December, I used this time to catch up on my Christmas shopping because a lot of the stores are open longer on week- days.’’ Mr. Jeff Sill Christmas vacation “Having sixteen days off for vacation was great, but it was really hard to get myself back into the right frame of mind to come back to school. .... Anne Vrbka Holiday tournament “Losing to Class B Schuyl- er in the final game of the holiday tournament by only two points was a big disappointment after such a strong effort on our part. ” Dan Bartek Cheerleaders FCA 15

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At the December FCA meeting Tammy Chmelka, Laura Cherovsky, and Amy Brabec lead the group in singing Christmas carols. LOWER RIGHT: “Neumann’s spirit is on the rise!” yell cheerleaders Karen Bohac, Annette Sabatka. Laura Cherovsky and Amy Brabec. In a class competition pep rally Dave McDer- mott leads his class to victory by quickly eat- ing a banana. Bits of Penance service V “It’s nice the school takes the time out of the school day for us to reflect and cc prepare ourselves for the true meaning of the Christ- 1 mas season. ” Kathryn Hi bier Christmas concert “It was so neat when the audience joined us in sing- ing at the concert. It proves the saying that Christmas helps bring people closer together. ” Stacie Sanderson 14 Cheerleaders FCA

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Honors Fr. Michael Christensen awards salutatorian Linda Barry with her N.H.S. medal at the Honors Mass. conferred Bishop inducts ten members into N.H.S. Fr. Larry Gyhra and Fr. Michael Christensen watch as Bishop Glennon Flavin awards An- nette Woehrer her pin. Student Council Treasurer Shannon Hansen marks the beginning of Advent by hanging a wreath in the front hall. 1 I Bishop Glennon Flavin was present at the all school mass celebrating St. John Neumann’s feast- day. He welcomed new members into the National Honor Society. They were Seniors Nancy Mahrt, Todd Re- zac and Shan Rockwell; Juniors Dan Gruenes, Jim Osmera and Anette Woehrer; Sophomores Linda Specht, Mick Hall and Gerette Matulka. Each received a membership card and pin. “I think it’s a real honor to be a member. It will be helpful for filling out scholarship applications and ap- plying to colleges,” said Junior An- nette Woehrer. The Student Council was headed by Fr. Michael Christensen and Mr. Bob Wolf. Stacie Sanderson was presi-j dent, Karen Bohac vice-president, Shannon Hansen treasurer and Julie Barry secretary. They attended fall and spring conventions. The council helped revise the honor roll system and the dress code. It also helped to obtain permission for extra pep rallies. Besides all the extra’s there were also the required or expected duties to; fulfill. This included investing $2000j in a new Apple lie computer. Bits of Conference speech “I was so nervous! Not only did I have to get ready to give my speech but my brother’s wedding was that same afternoon. Talk about flustered! Amy Brabec Pops concert “I remember Miss Shom- shor put on sunglasses and a hat to play with us. She fit right in. Then Mrs. Cou- ton started up without us on one of the polkas. ” Lora Barry 16 Student Council N.H.S.