Blair High School - Tattler Yearbook (Blair, NE)

Text from Pages 1 - 184 of the 1988 volume:

Tattler ’88 Living on the Edge Blair High School 440 North Tenth Street Blair, Nebraska 68008 (402) 426-4941 Population (9-12): 569 Volume 72 Hooper FREMONT AmesD - QO £ 8 Rogers Linwood Morse )j � DeSOTC NATION A If ) KD) WILDLIF RE FOG f - nslow WASHIN .Nickerson y ri Kennlr t LJ9 qti g Amngtor - “3.1 133 22 Calhoun” l 25 Title - 1 Winslow I) 5 S'WASHIN BLAIR Niclerson o FREMONT l®Ames| yOfl 2] Kennard. Arlington 7 Morse ‘ V Bluff Cedar JnglewuodK? Living on the Edge H 1 ML i “ 79 D f Pi slorthl Rogers j 7 Bend 1 ' Linwood 1 ioope Computer Literacy’s Dave King and Nick Cordle (top) learn how to use the computer in their semester-long course. Art Club members (bottom) begin painting their Homecoming window on Washington Street. Another summer quickly passed. Swimming and the many good times experienced throughout the summer linger on our minds as we stand in line registering for fall classes. We are students again, just like one big family preparing for another nine months of living on the edge. Checking out books, lockers, new classes, new teachers and old friends, we’re ready for another try, another lesson, another beginning. 2 - Opening Helping out with first semester registration, senior National Honor Society member Heidi Reyzlik aids a student working out her schedule. Seniors Doug Carlsen and Scott Fox, mem- bers of NHS, alphabetize the computer sheets at one of the final checking points of the self-scheduling process. Student Life ... 6 Organizations. .36 Sports.........58 People.........94 Academics... 136 Index........148 Closing .......162 Opening - 3 Chemistry students Brian Shearman, Sheryl Shuster, Gary Green and David Fox work on their first experiment as part of Mrs. Lisa Smith’s class. Junior Becky Vinton leads the band in preparation for a home football game. Trum- peters Jason Combs, Greg Beebe, Doug Carlsen and J. J. Ihrke joined their fellow band members at several early morning practices. 4 - Opening Hoopei .Nickerson Linwood Living on the Edge A X 8 «' jgers D N Ul 4 inslow 15 VWASH INC FREMONT AmesP Qfl || I Morse ' 15 I Bluff Cedar Inglewood ?' BLAIR- U 4i Kennard Arlington 7 Senior B-Club members Mick Suverkrubbe and Kelly Ryan (top) show their enthusiasm at the annual bonfire. With lunch lasting 30 minutes, students (bottom) find time to re- lax in the commons. For seniors, the beginning of the school year offers a final opportu- nity to make their mark on BHS be- fore moving on. The rest of us anxiously await our move to the top. For now, however, it’s time for preparation. Despite the heat, fall practices beckon. Plans must be made for juggling our schedules to accommodate jobs, family and school. It’s all a part of growing up . . . just living on the edge. Taking part in Homecoming Week’s Come As Ybu Are dress-up day, junior Clint Short, bath robe and all, gets his books before go- ing to class. Opening - 5 Practice makes perfect as seniors Steve Pic- ton, Ron Sorensen and Jenny Bruun re- hearse a scene from “The Crocodile Smile.” With a stroke of the brush, junior Crystal No- vak helps paint the Spanish Club window during Homecoming week. Signing up for an English 10 class, sopho- more Kent Biffar waits while English teacher Jean Hundtoft enrolls him. NHS member -------------------Michelle Edwards sits ready to assist. 6 - Student Life With his shirt off to catch some early spring rays, senior Matt Wolff tries his luck fish- ing newly stocked DeSoto Bend. Pleasant early spring days lured many students across the river to the national wildlife refuge. FREMONT 0 Hoope Wmslow yyuoiuv� | cJg WASHING] BLAIR Nic erson U 4 Kennard 9 Rogers | 7 gend r ® Ames rl.ngton 7 I Washington! 5 € 17 Lm wood Morse 15 s Bluff Cedar Inglewood Students gathered at the Livestock Ex- change Building for Prom (top) converse during a break in the music. Mrs. Roxanne Royster (bottom) presents senior Cyndi Hei- mann a French Club award while sophomore Nici Harris watches. Living on the Edge Student Life It seems there’s never enough time to do it all, but that’s a student’s life at BHS. Studying, working, and leisure time make up the student’s life. We do as much as we can in the time we have, living on the edge. Math teacher Chuck Jorgensen checks the grips of freshman Sarah Eppley (left) and junior Brenda Woodhull as the two prepare ___________________ to challenge for the arm wrestling champi- onship during Wilson Cup activities. Brenda Student Life - 7 won the match and the title. ___________________ Junior Tracy Vondra takes advantage of the summer sunshine by driving around town in her convertible. Summer is ice cream time for freshmen Ryan Anderson, Brent Stirek, Andy Auten- rieth and Jason Pierce as they gather out- side the Dairy Queen. 8 - Summer Even When Working, Students Find Summer a Welcome Break Swimming, getting a tan, relaxing by the pool with a cola in one hand and a good magazine in the other. These are frequent images that come to mind when thinking about summer. But was that what summer was like for BHS students? Was summer just that part of the year when there was no school? To many students, it was more, much more than that. Summer was little more than out of the classroom and off to work for stu- dents like Steve Lemon, a senior. “I never had any time off, so I had no summer,” he said. Steve had a job, played baseball and coached a girls softball team. Most of those who worked still found summer enjoyable. Senior Kelly Ryan said that he didn’t like to do too much work during the summer, but even when he did it was still nice just to get away from school. But back to the main question. Of course there were those who saw summer as nothing more than one long break from the routines of school work. “Summer meant you didn’t have to raise your hand,” said junior Gary Green. For Green, as for others, sum- mer was a time to get away from the restrictions of school. Junior Carrie Babcock agreed. “Summer meant I got a break from school. I met different people and didn’t have to be stuck with the same dull routine of school.” Summer ends too soon for many students. Adam Riddle, a junior, cools off at the foun- tain during August football drills. Two-a-day practices begin during the heat of the sum- mer and frequent water breaks are nec- essary. Shane Thallas, a junior, finds the heat a bit more bearable on his side of the fence as he takes a break from swimming at the Blair pool to talk to seniors Matt Wolff and Justin Flynn. Other than the Missouri River, the city’s swimming pool provides the only pub- lic swimming in the area. Summer - 9 Weekends Provide ‘Time to Relax’ Weekends were what all students looked forward to every day of the week. That was the time to relax, have fun, make memories or, if need be, work at a part-time job. “It’s the time to relax and get away from the pressures of school,” said Corey Kneifl, a junior. Not all students, however, found the weekends full of fun and excitement. For example, junior Amy Heinrich said, “Blair can be so boring at times. I just stay home and watch TV.” Among the favorite weekend activi- ties were cruising down main street and finding some friends. Students often could be found in any of the video rental stores looking for a movie to take home. With Omaha just a 30 minute drive away, a lot of students went to the Westroads or the Old Market. Those with no transportation or limited gas funds usually found local hangouts to their liking. Among the most popular local spots were Hardee’s, Pizza Hut and, in the summer, the Blair swimming pool was always a popular hangout. Senior Nick Cordle found Hardee’s his favorite spot to keep out of trou- ble. Hardee’s was always a place to go to talk, eat, and just bum around without going to jail,” he said. “If it weren’t for weekends, I’d die.” Taking advantage of a warm, early spring Sunday afternoon, senior Heidi Reyzlik rides horseback at a neighbor’s place. Waiting for their food, freshmen Lori Engelke and Tawnya Roberts relax at Pizza Hut. 10 - Weekends Hangouts Junior Mike Bensen skirts the outside dur- ing a Sunday afternoon game of football. With or without pads, the games often turned into rough and rugged contests. Searching for a good one, senior Tim Nock- els reads the description of a movie at Loy- al’s video tape rental station. Junior Brett Bock polishes the hood of his car during a warm fall weekend. Pleasant weekends greeted students throughout most of the fall. Seniors Brian Shearman and Jeff Nelsen re- lax at Hardee’s, one of the more popular hang outs for students. Weekends Hangouts Cindy Heimann, a senior, tries to raise spirit at the Homecoming rally outside the ad- ministration building downtown. The rally followed the parade. Key figures in the Homecoming parade, the pom pon squad marches to the beat of the band. DECA members work in the press box dur- ing the club’s powderpuff football game. The game is held annually during Homecoming week. Sophomores Meredith Dickerson and Rich- ard Ray mix their paints for the right shade before designing their Homecoming window. 12 - Homecoming Same Rituals, New Experiences Homecoming week brought many activities. Although every year the same rituals are practiced, every Homecoming, including this year’s, brings new experiences and memories. It all began on Monday, September 28, when the freshman and sopho- more girls took on the juniors and seniors in the annual powder puff football game which was sponsored by DECA. The juniors and seniors Senior football players cheer as they throw the effigy of the Nebraska City football player into the bonfire. The team, members of B- Club, traditionally lead the fans to the site of the bonfire. won 14-6. “It was a lot of fun and a new ex- perience,” said junior Laura Coulter. Thursday came and brought with it the bonfire and pep rally. Assistant principal Gene Baumert and English teacher Jean Hundtoft were chosen Mr. and Mrs. Enthusiasm and were announced at the bonfire rally. Although the weather was good, other activities kept the attendance down. Senior Tim Nockels said, “The turnout wasn’t as good as it has been in the past, but the spirit was still there.” B-Club members collected the wood for the bonfire and the football players threw the traditional effigy of the Homecoming opponent into the fire. Friday students were dismissed at 2:30 p.m. for the Homecoming pa- rade. The theme, “Heading for the Future,” was reflected in the various clubs’ banners and windows. Friday night, the Bears defeated the Nebraska City Pioneers, 37-7. The week concluded Saturday with the coronation and dance in the school cafeteria. Kelly Ryan and Janet Kruse were crowned King and Queen. Student Council decorated the cafeteria and music was provid- ed by Complete Music. B-Club’s Mike Andreasen, Mick Suverkrubbe and Layne Beemer carry the torches to ig- nite the bonfire and the spirit for a Homecoming victory. The following night the team delivered, beating Nebraska City 36-7. Homecoming - 13 Junior Ann Krogh applies some makeup backstage. The routine was a common one before every performance. Gringoire (Steve Picton) introduces himself as Achille Miron (Chris Sorensen) to Ange- lique (Jenny Bruun). Only with the kiss does Angelique learn his true identity. Stage hands John Zolck and Tony Mai look at a script backstage, making sure that everything will run smoothly. Angelique (Jenny Bruun) converses with Bocador (Ron Sorensen) as he takes off his makeup, explaining how well she thought the performance went. 14 - “The Crocodile Smiles” Battle for Woman Sets Stage for Fall Play Two men battling for one woman. The decision of who gets her is by a contest. The contest is to see who is the better actor. The better actor wins and can marry the lady. This was the storyline behind the fall play, “The Crocodile Smile.” “The play was different than any of them before,” stated junior Terry Mar- tin, a makeup artist for the play. “I really thought everyone was playing the right role.” One of the main characters, Jean Francois Bocador, was played by senior Ron Sorenson. The play was a very enjoyable production for both audience and cast. “It was a pretty good play,” claimed senior Clark Anderson, who played the manager in “The Crocodile Smile.” As the play progresses, the winner, Bocador, then marries Angelique, played by Jennifer Bruun, and they have a son. When the son is older and returns home from school, he de- cides he wants to be an actor like his father. While trying to teach his son how to act Bocador realizes that act- ing can not be taught. Senior John Zolck, who played Claude Bocador, stated, “I really en- joyed being part of this production. It was a lot of fun and I think the au- dience enjoyed it.” Other cast members included Kathy Bagby as the doctor, Steve Picton as Charles Gringoire, Lissa Erickson as the waitress, Liz Vercruysse as Gorot, Andrea Johnson as Jeanette, Bill Wardell as Le Mousse, a critic, Chris Sorenson as Achille Miron, Jonathan Barlow as Marshal Valois and Tony Hundtoft and Ryan Travaille as Michel Bocador. Mr. Joseph Anderson directed the play, and Meredith Dickerson, a sophomore, served as student assist- ant director. The costumer was Mrs. Marilyn Svengard. The lighting tech- nician was Melissia Brickey. Andrea Johnson was props chairman, and Staci Makinen was makeup chair- man. The play was presented on No- vember 5-7. Trying to convince Gringoire (Steve Picton) that he is the better actor, Bocador (Ron Sorensen) portrays the Marshal of France. “The Crocodile Smiles” - 15 Students Find Jobs Interfere With School, Social Life “What are you doing tonight?” “Nothing. I have to work at seven.” Such a conversation may have been typical, considering the number of students who held down some type of job. Students usually found it neces- sary to have jobs once they reached high school. And the extra hours often presented difficulties. There were some positive points to employ- ment, however. “One advantage of having a job,” Employed at Carlson-Drefs Meat Market, junior Jason Christiansen trims a cut of meat while senior Vince Ward cleans up the area. Senior Jason Bolton, employed at Pamida, shows classmate Matt Mackie a top-selling compact disc. Pamida employed high school students for maintenance as well as for sales. 16 - Jobs ! said senior Julie Nebrigich, “is that I don’t have to keep asking my par- ents for money.” “It (having a job) is not a necessity,” said senior Nick Cordle. “It’s more of a desire for spending money.” Although students needed the jobs for spending money, many felt that too much work affected their school work. Senior John Zolck noted, “I usually work about 15-20 hours a week, and that tends to affect my school grades.” Julie said she sacrificed both social and school life by working 30-35 hours a week. “I worked every Satur- day and Sunday from early morning to about eight at night,” she said. “That ruins my whole day which I could have spent with my friends.” “On weeknights I usually got home about eleven,” she continued, “and I was usually too tired to do my home- work. If I had a test the following day I wouldn’t study for it as well as I would have if I was home all night.” Taking an order, senior Heidi Reyzlik works as a waitress at Pizza Hut. With the popular- ity of the pizzeria, employees were usually busy. Nick Cordle, senior, and junior Leslie Osborn unload a cart of stock for customers at Loyal’s Food Mart. Senior Chad Brenneis fills Jay Wolff’s order by making an ice cream cone. Both were em- ployed at Hardee’s, another popular Blair hangout. Summer wasn’t all fun and games. Junior J. J. Ihrke controls traffic on Highway 30 dur- ing a summer road maintenance job. Jobs - 17 Pom Pon Squad. Row 1 - Heidi Reyzlik, Becky Vinton, Beth Heimann, Kristi Hibbs and Suzette Gammel. Row 2 - Wendy Roberts, Jennifer Palmer, Crystal Novak, Mindy Suverkrubbe and Amy Heinrich. Senior Suzette Gammel performs a pom pon routine at one of the many pep rallies. Suzette was a co-captain during her final year on the squad. Junior Suzie Edgell and seniors Penny McIn- tosh and Janet Kruse attempt to squirt shav- ing cream off the noses of sophomore Jodi Kruse and juniors Shannon Nebrigich and Cheri Rathjen. The event was part of a volleyball pep rally. 18 - Spirit Squads Attend Summer Camps, Bring Home Numerous Honors “We do our best in getting spirit from the students and the parents and we hope this spirit will help all sports to victory,” remarked Spirit Squad member Angie Timperley. Raising spirit was the job of Spirit Squad. The 15-member squad at- tended the Dynamic Cheerleaders Association camp last summer. As a squad, the girls placed second and qualified for nationals in Hawaii. They also received the best routine award. Pom Pon Squad also shared the responsibility of raising spirit: The 10 members attended the Nebraska Cheerleaders Association’s camp at Nebraska Wesleyan. The squad received a superior trophy for home routine, camp routine and squad routine. Members also were awarded the sweepstakes trophy for total points. They received spirit sticks for out- standing spirit throughout the week- long camp. Seniors Heidi Reyzlik and Suzette Gammel and junior Becky Vinton were chosen to be “celebrity nominees.” With the honor is the op- portunity to travel with NCA to Dub- lin, Ireland. Spirit Squad. Row 1 - Chris Heimann, Laura Coulter, Jodee Pleskac, Keri Andreasen, Cindy Heimann and Rachel Warbington. Row 2 - Suzanne Rogert, Angie Timperley, Lauri Hoxsie, Kathie Richardson, Stacy Pear- son and Susan Read. Senior Steve Lemon plays his trombone as the pep band offers entertainment to the fans at the Devaney Sports Center during state tournament action. Steve dressed as the Bear mascot during the girls' semi-final game against Ord. Spirit - 19 Miss VanVIuyck (Kim Jorgensen) continues to stuff her face while Osric Dane (Ron Sorensen) discusses his understanding of Xingu. Members of the Thursday Afternoon Club sit in shock as the maid (Meredith Dickerson) explain to them what Xingu really is. Famed author Osric Dane (Ron Sorensen) listens carefully as Mrs. Ballinger (Kathy Bagby), president of the Thursday Afternoon Club, explains the goals and standards of the club. Meanwhile, Mrs. Plinth (Kristi Ol- sen) makes a pass at the unsuspecting guest. 20 - “Xingu,” “Story Theatre” One-Act’s ‘Xingu’ Wins First EMC in 4 Years “I was a little surprised but really excited,” stated sophomore Meredith Dickerson about the one-act’s first place trophy at the Eastern Midlands Conference one-act contest. The victory marked the first time in four years that the one-act brought back the championship trophy. The cast performed “Xingu.” From there the team moved on to districts which was held at Dana Col- lege on December 3. The team placed sixth. Many members were really disap- pointed with the final standings. One judge gave the team a first-place rat- ing while the other judge gave the one-act a last place ballot. “I thought they did a superior job. They lost not because of their per- formance, but because of the judge’s performance,” commented director Joe Anderson. Senior Kathy Bagby said, “I think we were better than everybody else. I’m proud of the fact that we did so well no matter what the judges said.” “They did an excellent job, a superior job,” added Mr. Anderson. “Story Theatre,” this year’s chil- dren’s play, was performed February 4-6. The play was about nine differ- ent fables combined. “It generally went as we expected it to,” commented director Anderson. The show was put on for the elementary grades K-6 and a public performance was held. According to Mr. Anderson around 40 people were involved in this production. When asked how this play com- pared with those in the past Mr. An- derson replied, “It went well. It was well received by the audience.” Freshman Pat Kelley comes off stage to greet the elementary students after the production. “Story Theatre” was presented to all students in grades K-6. Angelic Marion Everhart, a freshman, says goodbye to God (offstage) during a fable in Story Theatre, the children’s play. During this fable, God leaves Heaven to go for a walk. Xingu,” “Story Theatre - 21 Class of ’89 Win Six Events To Take Wilson Cup Title On the strength of six champion- ship performances, the Class of ’89 won the fourth annual Wilson Cup competition. The juniors won six of the nine scheduled events to improve on last year’s second place finish to win the trophy that’s named in honor of retired science teacher George Wilson. The seniors battled against the juniors in the finals of frisbee football. The juniors beat the seniors with a score of 4-1. The two classes also fought in the finals of tug-o-war and the ping pong blow. Although the freshmen and the sophomores did not win they didn’t let the upperclassmen intimidate them. To much surprise, freshman Sarah Eppley beat senior Jolie Clark in the arm wrestling preliminaries and sophomore Julie Nelson won the banana split eating contest. The sophomores started out in sec- ond place after upsetting the juniors and defeating the freshmen in the trivial bowl. Both arm wrestling matches were won by the Junior class. Brenda Woodhull won for the girls and Mike Bensen for the boys. There was a lot of controversy over the rules in the arm wrestling event. Senior Mick Suverkrubbe was dis- qualified in the final round when he made a movement that was consid- ered getting out of his chair. That gave the victory to Mike. “Wilson Cup was quite an ex- perience,” stated Mike. “Even though there is a winner and a loser in arm wrestling we both won and lost. I feel it wasn’t anybody’s fault--not the judge’s nor the participant’s-no- body’s!” Brett Bock felt the Wilson Cup was great but he said he wishes there could be tougher competition. Seniors Craig Hanson, Mat Kehm, Derek Brummer and Kari Epperson listen carefully to their trivia bowl question. The seniors took the gold in this event. Stuffing in the last bite, sophomore Julie Nelson takes the victory in the banana split eating contest. Junior Susan Read placed second. 22 - Wilson Cup Trying to defend their area against Junior Crystal Novak, sophomores Chris Sorensen, Ryan Travaille and Keri Mathiesen participate in the ping pong blow competition. With much care, freshman Andy Arnold walks over a rocker during the obstacle course competition. With a score of 365 compared to the senior 275, the Class of ’89 celebrate their victory in the Wilson Cup class competition. With all their might, senior Mick Suver- krubbe and junior Mike Bensen battle to the end. Mike won the arm wrestling champion- ship when Mick was disqualified for rising from his chair. Senior Kathy Gleeson defends against junior Cheri Rathjen in the final round of the fris- bee football competition. The juniors were victorious with a score of 4-1. Wilson Cup - 23 While Danny (Ron Sorensen) describes the girl he met last summer, his friends Kenickie (Greg Beebe), Doody (Joe Kehm), Romp (George Bower) and Sonny (Scott Hansen) have their doubts. The Rydell High Class of ’59 enjoys the music at the high school dance. Marty (Jenny Bruun, center) and the rest of the Pink Ladies (Kristi Olsen, Laura Coulter, Melissia Brickey and Kim Jorgensen, stand- ing) and Sandy (Becky Vinton) look for a “diamond” that dropped in her (Marty’s) macaroni. 24 - Musical Vinton, Sorensen Star In Musical Production of ‘Grease’ “It’s been a lot of hard work, but there never was a dull moment,” said junior Becky Vinton, describing the efforts of the cast and crew for the spring musical, “Grease.” The musical chronicles the story of a “roughneck” boy and an “inno- cent” girl who meet during the sum- mer, but when school starts they find it difficult to continue their relation- ship. The play proves how far a per- son will go to be accepted. Senior Ron Sorensen and Becky starred as the two teenagers who try to cope with the pressure of their so- cial classes. The BHS students’ production of “Grease,” written by Jim Jacobs and Warren Casey, included many of the hits from the broadway show such as “Greased Lightnin’” and We Go Together.” “All of us involved developed a spe- cial camaraderie that made the mu- sical work,” said senior Scott Hansen who played Sonny, a member of the “T-Birds.” Mrs. Jean Hundtoft directed the school’s production of “Grease.” She was aided by musical director Dave Carlsen. The musical played to full houses all three nights. “From all the compli- ments and positive comments from people, many I didn’t even know, I feel it was worth it,” said junior George Bower, who played Roger, on the pub- lic’s reaction to the play. The new Sandy (Becky Vinton) impresses Danny (Ron Sorensen). The two switched roles, trying to please the other. Sandy (Becky Vinton) sings about her sor- rows. Sandy, Rydell High transfer student, changes from good to not-so-good to please her friends. Musical - 25 Students ‘In the Air’ With Prom on 10th Floor “In The Air Tonight,” was the prom theme as students took the elevator up to the 10th floor of the Livestock Exchange Ballroom. It was held on April 29, from 7-10 p.m. “I thought Prom was great,” com- mented junior Jodee Pleskac, “I think it had a better turnout since it wasn’t at school.” This was the second year in a row that the prom was held off campus. Junior class sponsor Bob Bair thought the attendance was great as 288 tickets were sold. This topped the number sold last year, making the attendance the highest in recent memory. As couples arrived they got in line to get their pictures taken in front of a colorful hot air balloon, provided by Design-A-Time. Design-A-Time was hired to do the decorating. The music was provided by The Bedrockers. The five-person band’s lead singer was Ron Sorensen, a senior at Blair High. I thought The Bedrockers did a fantastic job,” stated junior Jennifer Kros. “They had a good variety of music.” Tickets for prom cost $10 a couple and those wishing to attend the post- prom party paid an extra $2. The first 200 students to purchase their post- prom tickets received T-shirts with “PPParty,” “In The Air Tonight” and “1988” written on them. The post-prom party, held at Dana college, provided games, movies and various prizes to all who attended. For many it ended a night of fond mem- ories. Sophomore Cyndi Wrighlon and junior Adam Riddle have their pictures take. Taylor photography took the couples’ pictures. Junior Nate Smith, his date, junior Chad Mann and freshman Mindy Clark dance to the music of the Bedrockers. A variety of music was played. 26 - Prom The Bedrockers provided music for the Prom. Senior Ron Sorensen was the lead singer for the five-person band. Seniors Steve Petersen and Bobbi Holl- ingshead and Dan Anderson (Class of ’86) exit the elevator. The Prom was held on the tenth floor of the Livestock Exchange Building In Omaha. Junior Scott Petersen and his date take a break from dancing to gather some refreshments. The food, catered for Prom, consisted of Swedish meatballs, cocktail franks, fresh fruit and vegetables, cheeses, chips and cake. Prom - 27 Convocation Sees 3 Seniors Inducted Into Hall of Fame The annual Honors Convocation provided a time for the recognition ol students and their accomplishments throughout the year. Students were honored in academics, music, clubs, athletics, drama and vocational areas. This was the second year for the Blair High Hall of Fame awards to be presented at Honors Convocation. Students and alumni who achieved high success in a particular area dur- ing high school were awarded. Each recipient received a life-time pass to all Blair High events. Seniors Craig Hanson, Marty Uitts and Ron Soren- sen were inducted into the Hall of Fame. “I feel very honored to be selected as a worthy member of that distin- guished group of Blair High alumni,” Craig commented. The traditional tapping of new members into the National Honor So- ciety concluded the program. Mem- ber selection was based on leader- ship, service, scholarship and char- acter. The newly inducted members in- cluded seniors Pete Svendgard, Wendy Roberts, Andrea Johnson, Suzette Gammel, Tim Nockels, Sheryl Shuster, Steve Piction, Kathy Bagby and Kari Epperson. The newly inducted juniors includ- ed Amy Heinrich, Becky Vinton, Kim Jorgensen, Laura Coulter, Tammy Benson, Adam Riddle, Crystal Novak, Julie Lippincott, Julie Jorgensen, Cheri Rathjen, Jennifer Pechnik, Jenny Kros, Alex Abariotes, Trent Car- michael, Cathy Weeks, J.J. Ihrke, Suzzane Edgell, Barb Wrightson and Susan Read. National Honor Society inducted an honorary member, Mr. Gene Bau- mert, retiring assistant principal. Mr. Baumert received a standing ovation after receiving the award from Stu- dent Council. Jenny Kros commented, “I thought it was a neat ceremony for inducting the new members and probably really special for the old members.” “I think it’s fun to see the reaction on the new members' faces as they are tapped!” added senior NHS member Kim Schreffler. 28 - Honors Convocation Retiring assistant principal Gene Baumert receives a standing ovation after being presented an award by Student Council. Mr. Baumert was also inducted into National Honor Society during Honors Convocation. Newly inducted NHS member Pete Svend- gard enjoys some refreshments at the post- convocation reception. Craig Hanson, senior NHS member, address- es the audience at Honors Convocation. Hanson served as master of ceremonies. Senior instrumentalist Doug Carlsen re- ceives the John Philip Sousa Award from Band Director Eric Fahrlander. Doug is a four-year member of the band. National Honor Society. Row 1 - Craig Han- son, Scott Fox, Kim Schreffler, Doug Carl- sen, Lisa Lund, Michelle Edwards, Joy Blazek, Steve Lemon, Heidi Reyzlik, Kathy Gleeson and Janet Kruse. Row 2 - Julia Jor- gensen, Barb Wrightson, Jennifer Kros, Jen- nifer Pechnik, Cathy Weeks, Amy Heinrich, Laura Coulter, Becky Vinton, Wendy Roberts, Suzette Gammel and Andrea John- son. Row 3 - Sheryl Shuster, Mr. Gene Bau- mert, Kim Jorgensen, Susan Read, Tammy Benson, Crystal Novak, Suzie Edged, Alex Abariotes, Trent Carmichael, J.J. Irhke, Adam Riddle and Pete Svendgard. Not pictured: Julie Lippincott, Cheri Rathjen, Kathy Bag- by, Kari Epperson, Steve Picton and Tim Nockels. Honors Convocation - 29 Student Honors Outstanding Business Student Joy Blazek Outstanding Distributive Student Jolie Clark Outstanding Trades Industries Student Shawn Hovendick Outstanding Home Ec. Student Stacy Springer Outstanding Agri-Business Studenl Suzie Foley Craig Kuhr Outstanding Freshman Award Tony Little Edith M. Wise Memorial Award Penny McIntosh Outstanding Vocal Music Award Melissia Brickey Outstanding MCC Student Amie Hansen Society of Women Engineers Award Kathy Gleeson Bear Tracks Byline Award Marty Uitts, Corey Kneifl World-Herald Kay Staffer Award Mike Andreasen Student Journalist of the Year Mike Andreasen Outstanding Math Student Craig Hanson Outstanding Forensics Student Kristi Olsen Honor Thespians Kathy Bagby, Andrea Johnson, Jenny Bruun Best Technician Melissia Brickey Best Thespian Melissia Brickey National Merit Finalists Clark Anderson, Steve Picton UNL Honors Program Derek Brummer Scholar Athlete Award Noal Curley, Kathy Gleeson Hugh O’Brian Youth Foundation Award Nathan Funk Seniors Greg Beebe and Doug Carlsen prac- tice before school with the marching band on the practice field. Greg, along with Steve Lemon, won the Louis Armstrong Jazz award while Doug received the John Philip Sousa award. Mrs. Jean Hundtoft works on Jenny Bruun’s hair for “The Crocodile Smiles.” Jenny was named best actress for her role as Madame Angelique. Senior Marty Uitts, co-winner of the Rufus Olson Memorial award, brings down a re- bound in varsity action against Tekamah- Herman. 30 - Honors Senior Janet Kruse, co-winner of the Rufus Olson Memorial award and B-Club’s Honor Athlete, goes in for a lay-up against Omaha Roncalli. Kruse won all-state honors in volleyball and basketball and ran a leg in the gold-medal winning 1600 meter relay at the state track meet. Mrs. Karen Grinberg, sophomore English teacher, presents Nathan Funk the Hugh O’Brian Youth Foundation award. The award is presented annually to an outstanding sophomore. Craig Hanson, named the outstanding science student, gets a boost from Steve Picton as the two paint Science Club’s win- dow for Homecoming. Honors - 31 32 - Graduation Kathy Gleeson welcomes her fellow class- mates and their parents and friends as the ceremonies get underway. Having received her diploma, graduate Beth Martin receives a white rose from junior es- cort Jennifer Palmer. Jennifer and junior Cathy Weeks were chosen as escorts for the event. Senior Lisa Lund uses the mirror in the Home Economics room to pin her hat down in preparation of commencement. Craig Hanson receives some calming words from teacher Edith Solomon before the com- mencement exercises. Craig was selected to give the challenge address. “When I left the gym, I felt great, yet a little sad, because I knew that there were a lot of close people that I may not have the chance to see again,” commented senior Craig Ol- son following the May 15 commence- ment exercises. These emotions were common-felt throughout a day most seniors had looked forward to for years. After 13 years of formal education and in front of approximately 2,000 friends and relatives, the seniors become alumni. After practicing the previous Friday morning, the 137 seniors gathered as much as an hour early in the home economics room to prepare for com- mencement. National Honor Society members and those students in the Top 10 percent of the class had spe- cial cords to attach to their gowns. Seniors Kari Epperson, Derek Brummer, Craig Hanson, Kathy Glee- son and Janet Kruse all took part in the ceremonies, the result of their academic standing in school. Schol- arships and other awards were pre- sented. But, of course, it was the awarding of the diplomas that brought everyone together one last time. “It was an emotional day,” newly graduated Tim Nockels admitted. “It got me to thinking about how much I will miss the friends that I have made through the years.” Some tears were shed and emo- tions were released as the class said their final good-byes. The ceremony lasted just under an hour. Junior ushers were Jennifer Palmer and Cathy Weeks. Derek Brummer looks over his notes before lining up for the processional into the gym. Derek gave the thank-you speech. Regale Gibson is awarded her diploma by Mr. Joseph Fryman. Fryman is president of the Blair Board of Education. Graduation - 33 Emotions Released as Seniors Celebrate May 15 Graduation StudentLifeStudentLifeStudentLifeStudentLifeSt dentLifeStudentLifeStudentLifeStudentLifeStude Mini-Mag The Guidance Department once again sponsored a college planning night for students in grades 10-12. “The success of this program has been very good, counselor John Lit- tle said. “It helps families to begin talking about past high school train- ing and to begin planning.” The evening included discussion on college entrance testing, college selecting hints and it provided help in using resource materials in college planning. Mr. Lynn Hansen, counselor at Westside High School, speaks to students and their parents during Blair’s annual College Plan- ning Night. The purpose of the meeting is to prepare families for the task of selecting a college. A survey conducted by the Guidance Department indicated that the majority of the 1988 graduates in- tended to enter college and seek a 4-year degree. Out of the 105 seniors responding, 69 percent said they would attend a 4-year college. Three percent of those surveyed planned to attend a commu- nity college. Trade, tech, and business schools were in the plans of 14 percent of the graduating seniors, while 8 percent intended to enlist in a branch of the armed services. The remaining 3 per- cent planned to go immediately into the work force. Showing off his new piece of jewelry, junior Mike Bensen sports the latest trend in his left ear. A continuing trend was seen in the halls of BHS. Numerous boys could be found with holes in their heads or, more exactly, pierced ears. With their left lobes pierced, males roamed around with many different types of earrings, ranging from the small fake diamond studs to a Fred Flintstone. Mick Suverkrubbe, a senior, ex- plained, “What started out as a few guys getting their ears pierced turned out to be quite the fad. It was kind of fun.” 34 - Mini-Mag “Dance, Dance, Dance,” was the theme of this year’s Junior Miss Pageant, which was held at Blair High School. The 13 senior girls in the pageant were Kari Epperson, Wendy Roberts, Cindy Heimann, Janet Kruse, Amber Watson, Stacy Peterson, Michelle Ed- wards, Misty McAlhaney, Chris Swan- son, Kim Schreffler, Jenny Bruun, Karen Clements and Heidi Reyzlik. They danced such numbers as “I Wanna Dance With Somebody” and “Dancing on the Ceiling.” JentLifeStude LifeStudentLi Senior Tim Nockels checks out one of the latest compact discs. The new means of listening provided listeners a clearer, cleaner sound. Seniors Clark Anderson and Steph- en Picton were among the 15,000 stu- dents named as National Merit Schol- arship semi-finalists. Blair was the only school in the Eastern Midlands Conference to have more than one finalist. Craig Hanson, a senior at Blair, was awarded a $500 savings bond by the Nebraska section of the National Council on Youth Leadership. He received the savings bond because of outstanding leadership in commu- nity and school. Once again, Blair’s police force made headlines outside the city of Blair. Paul Harvey, nationally syndi- cated commentator, mentioned on his weekly broadcast that Blair, Nebras- ka, has the highest ratio of police per capita in America. “You can’t go down main street at all without seeing a cop,” stated senior Joy Blazek. Apparently many out-of-town citizens were upset as well. Letters to the editor complained of the treat- ment out-of-town and out-of-county visitors got when driving in Blair. They noted the exceptionally high percen- tage of ticket violations that were given to people from outside Washington County. Even the Fremont Tribune was a source of discontent. A letter to the editor in the Tribune called Blair’s police “unprofessional,” among other things. Long-playing records may be a thing of the past. According to Roll- ing Stone magazine, surveys show that people are much more interest- ed in cassettes. That type of recording may be on the decline as well, however. The compact disc industry is booming. Throughout the year a compact disc recording chart was kept and the prices of both players and discs decreased. Many students also noted that the sound of the popular CD’s is much better and clearer. Mini-Mag - 35 Freshman Bob Larsen, FFA sponsor Don Wallace and sophomore Dan Anderson sort through boxes of fruit during the club’s fall fund-raiser. Senior Kristi Olsen and sophomore Chris Sorensen perform in the Swing Choir dur- ing the fall music concert. Advance journalism students Brady Svend- DECA students Cheri Rathjen and Jennifer gard and Craig Olson look over the layout Kros work the concession stand during the for an issue of Bear Tracks. club’s powder puff football game. 36 - Organizations Hoope- IblUW | J WASHING BLAIR ,NiCKftrson North 8 Rogersj 7 gend FREMONT Amesll QO 2 Kennard. Arlington j Lmwood Morse Bluff .Inglewood- Washmyto Seniors Chris Cerio, Matt Wolff, Steve Lemon and Mike Andreasen get an auto- graph from KETV’s John Knicely during half- ___________________ time of the basketball game with the faculty. Organizations - 37 Organizations Organizations bring friends together and involve them to form special bonds. Experiences abound throughout the year, fill- ing scrapbooks, weekends and hearts. The times shared are part of living on the edge. ST iut Living on the Edge The pom pon squad and spirit squad (top) cheer on the Bears at a home basketball game. Senior Sheryl Shuster and juniors Keri Andreasen and Jodee Pleskac (bottom) prepare breakfast for athletes involved in the fall sports program. Director Dave Carlsen issues some instruc- tions to members of the high school varsi- ty choir. Choir rehearsals were held daily during second period. Melissia Brickey, a senior, sings her way through a number at the pre-contest con- cert. The concert was held in the commons to provide the vocalists with a trial run be- fore competing at districts. Dancing in the foreground, senior Eric Otte sings a tune at the dinner theatre during the Swing Choir’s performance. In the background is junior Crystal Novak. “T-Birds” Greg Beebe, Scott Hansen and Joe Kehm rehearse one of their numbers for the musical “Grease.” The Vocal Department’s spring presentation packed the house all three nights. 38 - Vocal Music Junior Becky Vinton sings a song at the an- nual dinner theatre presentation. The din- ner theatre is an annual fund-raiser of Drama Club. Vocalists’ Reflect on Year’s Highlight “The high point of the year seemed to be around the Christmas concert this year,” stated senior Greg Beebe of his year in vocal music. Everyone, it seems, had his own opinions of the year. “The musical was a lot of fun,” commented junior Crystal Novak, “because there were so many people involved. Also, it was more closely related to high school.” Indeed, this year’s production of “Grease” filled the house all three nights that it ran. People were seated in the aisles and on the balcony steps. This year was also a good one for the varsity choir. At the district music contest in Elkhorn, the choir again received a one, the highest rating a judge can give. “The district music contest was a success,” said junior Susan Read, “because the judges were pretty im- pressed by our performance.” Choir director Dave Carlsen also found this year to be a satisfying one, calling the group “one of the best choirs we’ve ever had.” Summing it all up, senior Scott Hansen stated, “The choir tour was fun and our achievement of a one at district was a nice finish to a good year.” Director Dave Carlsen leads the Varsity Choir through one of their numbers at the Christmas concert. The concert gave the student body a chance to hear both the choir and the band. Vocal Music - 39 Senior Greg Beebe plays a trumpet solo at the pre-contest concert. Greg is accom- panied by Mrs. Karen Gengenbach, junior high counselor. The marching band plays in the annual Homecoming parade. In addition to parades, the marching band performed at every home football game. Practicing his solo, sophomore Phil Stod- dard prepares for the district music com- petition. Phil, a two-year member of the band, also performed this year with the Omaha Youth Symphony. 40 - Instrumental Music Playing at the spring concert, Janelle Pemberton performs her solo. Assisting with the performance Is Mrs. Karen Gengenbach. Concentrating on her music, sopnomore Pam Jaworski performs a solo. Pam also performed with the Omaha Youth Symphony. New Director Pleased as 8 Earn All-State Under the new direction of Mr. Eric Fahrlander, the Blair band ex- perienced successful moments. My first year with the band has been good,” Mr. Fahrlander admitted. I am disappointed with the size of the band, but I am optimistic about the future.” Eight students earned all-state honors. Members of the All-State Honor Band were seniors Steve Lemon, Greg Beebe, Doug Carlsen and Tina Brewer. Also chosen were juniors J.J. Ihrke, Susan Read, George Bower and Jennifer Pechnik. The instrumentalists enjoyed addi- tional success, having six students in the Hastings Honor Band and 13 members in Nebraska Wesleyan University’s honor group. UNO picked six Blair musicians for its honor band. George Bower said, “It (band) was fun to be involved in. We did a lot of fun things and we had a chance to improve and receive honors the whole year, unlike other activities.” Mr. Fahrlander has hopes of in- creasing the size and quality of the group. One such way is by purchas- ing new equipment. The Music Department has already purchased a synthesizer and they hope to soon integrate it with a computer. The marching band again provid- ed pre-game and halftime entertain- ment at all home football games. The pep band performed at home basket- ball games. The regular contests and concerts kept the instrumentalists busy re- hearsing. The band's year ended at graduation with the traditional under- graduate band performing. Instrumental Music - 41 Seniors Jeff Nelsen and Kelly Ryan dive for the ball in Student Council’s first “powder- puff” volleyball game. The seniors won the event, beating the freshmen in the champi- onship game. Senior B-Club members Curt Thomas, Layne Beemer, Marty Uitts, Mick Suverkrubbe, Greg Beebe and Steve Lemon react to the heat from the bonfire during the Thursday night Homecoming rally. 42 - B-Club Student Council Student Council president Craig Hanson an- nounces the Wilcon Cup results with help from ex-teacher George Wilson. The Wilson Cup competition, in honor of Mr. Wilson, has been held annually for four years. flWIIOD . Weightroom Benefits From B-Club Concessions Working the concession stand dur- ing the boys and girls home basket- ball games was one of the main fundraisers B-Club was involved in. The money raised at the concession stand was used for weightroom equip- ment and new uniforms. During the year B-Club also sponsored the bon- fire rally the night before the Homecoming game, and they also hosted the Athletic Banquet. “B-Club is really just something to be proud to be in and is quite fun,” said senior Janet Kruse. President Layne Beemer was elect- ed during a meeting early in the year. Janet and Kathy Gleeson were also elected to vice president and secre- tary, respectively. During the year, Student Council involved themselves in many activi- ties. They sponsored the annual Wil- son Cup class competition and ar- ranged the Homecoming dance. First semester they also took part in the Student Council exchange program. “I think the student exchange that takes place at the beginning of school is the most fun because you get a chance to meet other people and ex- perience a day at a different school,” commented Student Council member Cheri Rathjen. Janet Kruse, Heidi Reyzlik and Scott Fox all participated in the Stu- dent Council camp held at Dana Col- lege during the summer of ’87. Craig Hanson was president with Scott Fox assisting him as vice president. Junior Alex Abariotes, Student Council treasurer, sells tickets at the door for the KETV basketball game. Student Council made nearly S445 at the fundraising event. Kathy Gleeson and Janet Kruse, B-Club officers, work the concession stand at the boys' varsity basketball game. Some of the money from the concession stand was used to purchase equipment. B-Club Student Council - 43 Week’s Activities Spotlight Foreign Languages Foreign Language Week, March 14-18, was a big achievement for the foreign language clubs as students, parents and teachers alike took part in the weeks activities. Blair Mayor Stan Jensen signed a proclamation declaring the week for the residents of Blair. The activities for the week includ- ed an international potluck dinner, an essay contest, foreign foods served in the cafeteria, a dress-up day and several other activities. “We are trying to bring to attention the fact that foreign language is being taught in the high school,” said French Club president Wendy Roberts, senior, of Foreign Language Week. Other French Club activities includ- ed their annual selling of carnations for Valentine’s Day, a Christmas party, a field trip to Omaha in October to see a bilingual production of “The Little Prince” and lunch at The French Cafe in the Old Market. A banquet was held toward the end of the school Spanish Club president Crystal Novak, a junior, boards the bus to Waterloo where Spanish Club members ate at El Bee's, a Mexican restaurant. year and they painted a window for Homecoming under the sponsorship of French teacher Roxanne Royster. French Club had about 60 mem- bers and the officers were president Wendy Roberts, vice president Cindy Heimann, senior, secretary Nici Harris, sophomore, and treasurer Pam Joworski, sophomore. Spanish Club was also active this year with its 50 members. Aside from painting a Homecoming window and making a Homecoming banner, Spanish Club also took up a food col- lection at Thanksgiving for the Chicano Awareness Center in Omaha and they had pen pals from foreign countries. “I guess it’s an extension of their classroom study but in more social and cultural settings,” said Spanish Club sponsor Jeanne Stark. Spanish Club officers were presi- dent Crystal Novak, junior, vice presi- dent Emily Horn, freshman, secretary Jodee Pleskac, junior, and treasurer Lori Smith, junior. Sophomore Paula Shearer works on the let- tering for Spanish Club’s window during Homecoming week. Members also made a banner which was carried in the Homecom- ing parade. 44 - Foreign Languages Senior Sheryl Shuster estimates a guess of the number of beans in a jar at a Spanish Club table during Foreign Language Week. Senior Wendy Roberts and sophomore Beth Heimann check out the fondue at a French Club party. Hoping to raise money for their 1989 trip to France, junior Barb Wrightson and other French Club members work in the conces- sion stand during the Blair Invitational track meet. Foreign Languages - 45 At the spring dinner theater, Liz Vercruysse and Meredith Dickerson perform an act. The dinner theater entertainment was provided by members of the Forensics, Drama and Music Departments. Drama Club president Melissa Brickey ad- justs the lights for the organization's dinner theater. Six State Qualifiers Boost Forensics Club It is said that one of a student’s greatest fears is getting up in front of an audience and speaking to them. With all of that aside, Coach Dawn Nielsen had herself one of the largest forensic teams in recent memory. Six students qualified for the state speech contest, which was held March 26. Lyle Pilleand Kristi Olsen, both district gold medalists, fared best at the tournament. In addition to their district golds, the two seniors also won first at conference. Also qualify- ing for state were seniors Matt Kehm and Stephen Picton and sophomores Lissa Erickson and Amy Epply. Although the students’ goals were generally higher, Matt explained, “It’s cool to get up in front of people you don’t even know and make a com- plete fool of yourself.” Some people think that all the Drama Department does is put on plays. That statement proved to be false, as Drama Club members found themselves very active, mainly rais- ing funds for club activities and con- ventions. Under the direction of senior presi- dent Melissa Brickey, a technical specialist, the club’s main money rais- ing project was the annual face- painting at Halloween. The funds helped foot the bill so that Thespians could attend a weekend convention in Grand Island. “That convention was a great op- portunity to meet others and to have loads of fun,” stated senior Thespian Clark Anderson. Steve Picton, a senior Drama Club member, performs a piano solo during the club’s din- ner theater. Steve played an original com- position. 46 - Drama Club Forensics Freshman Mindy Suverkrubbe (top) and senior Kristi Olsen examine photographs from the musical production of “Grease.” Many Drama Club students were involved in all areas of production of the fall play, the children’s play, the one-act production and the musical. A member of the fall play’s technical crew, freshman Keith Matzen works the ropes to lower a drop. The technical crew was an im- portant, if unseen, part of each production. Mr. Joseph Anderson, head of the Drama Department, presents senior Melissia Brickey the Best Thespian and Best Technician awards during Honors Convocation. Melis- sia had earned the most Thespian points during the course of the school year. Drama Club Forensics - 47 Sophomore Connie Buckner serves teachers Roger Stender and Wilbur Clements during FHA’s Valentine’s Day breakfast. Stretching to paint a hair spike, senior DeWayne Kalin works on FHA’s Homecom- ing window. Lots of paint and hours later, FHA’s window presents a prediction of Blair’s Homecom- ing victory over the Nebraska City Pioneers. Sorting through boxes of fruit, junior Matt Mathiesen looks for spoiled citrus. FFA’s an- nual fruit sale was one of the organization’s largest money-makers. 48 - FFA FHA Activities Help Club Become Superior Chapter FFA members keep busy through- out the year with many different ac- tivities. During the summer the Future Farmers of America assisted with the Gateway to the West Days. This past year FFA members com- peted in contests at district and state levels. Suzy Foley, chapter president, received honors in horse proficiency. She got a top gold emblem at districts and a fourth at state. The chapter received a superior chapter rating at the State FFA Con- vention for their activities during the year. A total of 15 ribbons were brought home from state. The Future Homemakers of America Suzie Foley, Dale Clark and FFA sponsor Don Wallace take inventory of the boxes of fruit before it’s sorted and delivered. began the year by having a fundraiser at the annual homecoming football game. They sold balloons to raise money for the FHA fund. Around Halloween, as a “fun” trip, a few members went to haunted houses. At Thanksgiving the organi- zation bought a turkey for a needy Blair family with money from candy bars which were sold. In February the group went to Lin- coln and toured many businesses. A few they visited were Weaver’s Potato Chips, Dorsey Lab, Inc. and others. The FHA members attended the state leadership conference as an educational experience. Even so, most confessed that they had a fun time as well. To end their year, the club conducted their installation of new officers. Senior Kim Schreffler, named the outstand- ing FHA member, is presented an award from sponsor Gayln Delimont. The presen- tation was made at Honors Convocation. FFA FHA - 49 FBLA president Kari Epperson starts off the club’s Homecoming window on Washington Street. FBLA was one of many clubs to enter the annual window painting contest. Senior Lisa Larsen works with manager Curt Barr at Barr Pharmacy during FBLA’s annual Free Enterprise Day. Members helped at lo- cal businesses as part of their salute to the community. Senior Science Club members Eric Otte and Vince Ward touch up their window at a lo- cal clothing store during the Homecoming contest. 50 - FBLA Science Club Competing in the paper airplane contest, senior Vince Ward cocks his arm to throw the plane. Vince won the distance category in the Science Club sponsored event. Fundraisers, Activities Fill ‘Gold Seal’ Year Fundraisers and club activities kept members of the Future Business Leaders of America busy. Club offi- cers were responsible for FBLA’s ac- tivities and, from the fall picnic to the spring installation of officers, mem- bers had plenty to do._ Although the FBLA held several fundraisers, many of them were not designed for self-profit. For example, members sold honey for Honey Sun- day. Members also aided the Ameri- can Red Cross by calling upon local citizens to donate blood. The field trip to Omaha was the highlight of the year for several mem- bers. Stacy Springer, a senior, said, “I thought our field trip to UNO and the Federal Reserve Bank was prob- ably the most fun activity of the year.” The members brought home the Gold Seal Chapter award from the state leadership conference. And even though some members won in- dividual awards, there were those who thought the conference’s semi- nars were most important. “Although we didn’t do as well (win- ning individual honors) as last year, I think we benefited more from the seminars,” said junior Amy Heinrich. Science Club officers found it difficult organizing many activities for their membership. Still, the club held its second annual paper airplane con- test. The contest consisted of two categories, distance and flight time. Senior Vince Ward won the distance portion of the competition while fresh- man Ryan Anderson won first place for flight time. Science Club entered the window painting contest during Homecoming week. As a Science Club member, sophomore Meredith Dickerson measures the distance of one of the planes thrown. The contest was held in the gym. Junior Jodee Pleskac serves coffee to local businessmen and women during FBLA week. This was one of several breakfasts served by the organization. FBLA Science Club - 51 Six Members Win Honors At State Convention Preparing for a rush, juniors Cheri Rathjen and Jennifer Kros prepare the corn popper for action during DECA's annual powder puff football game. Game receipts and conces- sion sales are two of the club’s larger sources of income. “DECA was really special to me this year because of my trip to Lincoln for State DECA convention,” com- mented junior Jennifer Palmer. Twenty-eight members attended the state convention with six receiv- ing awards for their individual events. David Otte, Gene Deters, Barb Wrightson, Jennifer Palmer, Cheri Rathjen and Jennifer Kros all received awards. Cheri finished third in the state which made her eligible for national competition which was held in Salt Lake City. The annual powder puff football game was sponsored by DECA as one of their fund-raisers. Datamatch was another of their money-makers where a computer printout named students’ 10 most compatible people. Jolie Clark was the club’s president. For the second year in a row, Art Club was active at Blair. Berwin Bre- zina, a junior, was the organization’s president. Art Club sponsored numer- ous things, including a Tshirt silk- screening operation. Club members also painted a Homecoming window that won them second place. Art Club’s sponsor was French teacher Roxanne Royster. Students competed in the Eastern Midlands Conference where several awards were received. Air brush art was very popular with the members this year. Several made special art pieces for the EMC con- test with the air brush technique. “Art Club needs to get more in- volved with things,” said junior mem- ber David Fox. “We’re just new and we need to get organized.” Fox said he hoped that in time the club will at- tract more members that will become involved. Juniors Berwin Brezina and Dave Fox clean some of the T-shirt screening materials. Ac- cording to club members, T-shirt screening was one of the more successful projects. Pat Betts helps paint the Art Club window for Homecoming. Art Club received third place honors for their efforts. 52 - DECA Art Club Pete Svendgard and Chris Morfeld look over the agenda while taking a break In their hotel room at the state DECA convention. Members stayed at the Lincoln Comhusker Hotel. Eric Hansen catches up on some sleep at the state DECA convention in Lincoln. DECA members were busy attending many sessions and taking tests during the conference. Mike Andreasen, historian for the organiza- tion, receives questions from his powder puff football team. The junior-senior team won the annual event. DECA Art Club - 53 Field Trip, Dinner Excursion Keep MCC Busy With a field trip to Midland Lu- theran College, taking six residents of Crowell Home out to eat at the Vik- ing restaurant, a September awards banquet and installation of officers, members of the Medical Careers Club kept busy. The spring visit to Midland taught MCC members about the allied health careers they could enter. “Throughout the year we learned a lot from Mrs. Mommsen and the field trips were neat experiences,” said Karin Dierks. Mrs. Ellie Mommsen, school nurse, sponsored the organi- zation. Officers were recognized at the spring Honors Convocation. Michelle Edwards served as MCC’s president. Sheryl Metz was vice president, Karin Dierks was second vice president, Tricia Campbell was secretary, Amie Hansen was secretary and Denise Kastrup was the club reporter. Amie was named the outstanding MCC member. MCC ended their year with a field trip to the Henry Doorly Zoo. They es- corted several children from Kiddie Kare daycare center. Although primarily an honorary or- ganization, National Honor Society found themselves busy helping and recognizing students throughout the school year. One of the first responsibilities of the members was to help students with self-scheduling for both the first and second semesters. Members aid- ed those students who had difficulty with their schedules or who found selected classes closed. The year ended with NHS’s an- nually-sponsored Honors Convoca- tion. Craig Hanson, senior member, emceed the event with other mem- bers aiding teachers and sponsors with the awards presentations. Members tapped newly inducted students during a candlelight cere- mony. Honored students and guests were honored following Honors Con- vocation to a reception in the cafeteria. A luncheon for the entire member- ship capped the NHS year. Senior NHS members Kim Schreffler and Joy Blazek (right) join parents, friends and other NHS members at the reception in the cafeteria. Connie Buckner, Kari Simpson and Shawna Carritt mark their ballots during the election of MCC officers for the 1988-89 school year. The election was held in late spring. 54 - NHS MCC Sheryl Metz, a junior, draws the outline of the design for Medical Careers Club's Homecoming window. Lynnea Buckingham watches Carla Nath move her game piece during a game of Monopoly at advisor Ellie Mommsen’s house during MCC’s Christmas party. Other mem- bers, Michelle Edwards, Connie Buckner and Tracy McKee, wait for their turns. NHS member Michelle Edwards presents a class card to freshman students enrolling in English classes during second semester registration. NHS MCC - 55 Stretched out for a better angle, senior Marty Uitts takes a picture at the tennis courts for the yearbook. The angle was evi- dently a good one, as Marty won the state Class B photography contest and took third at the national convention. Putting the finishing touches on the final is- sue of Bear Tracks, junior David Fox checks the placement of copy. Dave and his fellow staff members published 13 issues of the newspaper. Working on the layout for the publications staffs, junior Suzie Edgell checks for picture quality. Although most staff members did their share during the school year, only Suzie and a handful of others returned in the summer to put the final pages together. Gathered at a fall staff workshop sponsored by Walsworth Publishing Company, senior Mike Andreasen and junior Alex Abariotes check out other yearbooks. The annual workshop was held at the Holiday Inn in Omaha. 56 - Publication Staffs Journalists Find Recipe for Numerous Honors Holding the negatives up to the light, junior Bill Ekeler looks for the correct negative to print. Bill was one of 13 students who served on the newspaper and yearbook staffs. Talent and hard work are two ingre- dients that paid off for several student journalists, according to publications advisor Bob Bair. More students were honored this year than in any of the previous 15 years Bair has sponsored the yearbook and newspaper. Ten students and the advisor at- tended the national convention of the National Scholastic Press Associa- tion. The November convention met at Kansas City’s Crown Center Hotel. Senior Marty Uitts won third place honors in photography at the conven- tion. The yearbook staff was awarded fifth place honors for overall excel- lence for the 1987 Tattler. Ninth place honors were given the staff of Bear Tracks for overall excellence in newspapers. Uitts also won the Class B Nebraska High School Press Association cham- pionship in photography. He took third place honors in state competi- tion sponsored by the Nebraska Press Women. Junior David Fox won third place honors from NHSPA while senior Mike Andreasen took third place in newswriting in the NPW contest. Corey Kneifl, a junior, was named a national winner in Quill Scroll’s writing contest. His winning entry was an editorial dealing with the confus- ing messages politicians sometimes deliver to today’s youth. Several members attended the state journalism convention in Oc- tober where the '87 Tattler was named a Cornhusker winner. The '87 Bear Tracks won first place honors. Awards were presented to staff members during the spring Honors Convocation. Marty Uitts and Corey Kneifl were named co-winners of the Bear Tracks Byline award. Mike An- dreasen was named the year’s stu- dent journalist. He also won the Omaha World-Herald's Key Staffer award. Senior Pete Svendgard finds an empty spot of the darkroom work table to write some copy during study hall. Pete and several other staff members received permanent passes to work in the darkroom throughout the year. Jennifer Kros, a junior, scans the screen to correct any errors in her copy. Most of the copy was first set on a word processor be- fore going to print at either Publication Print- ing of Waterloo or Enterprise Publishing of Blair. Publication Staffs - 57 Working after school or during Advanced Weightlifting class, junior Bill Ekeler puts in the hours to improve his body’s strength and condition. Senior Dave Putnam, a 145-pounder, at- tempts to break down his opponent at the Blair Invitational. Putnam went on to take the second place silver medal. Coach Laurel Derry instructs her players at a home match. Derry Taking on their own teammates, the Bears try to work out the kinks and coaches Dale Smith and Julie Brown led the girls to their first in the soap scrimmage. Coaches use the srimmage to see how the state tournament berth. players perform in a game-type situation. 58 - Sports Hooper 'inslow ,'WASHIN BLAIR .Nickerson FREMONT l® Ames I] Oil 1 Kennard, Arlington Morse Inglewood� ? Washington!?, I North R°gersi 7 Bend Rogers] yenO 7 Cross country runners Kathy Gleeson, Liz Vercruysse, Sheri Seburg and Amy Heinrich (top) take off at the beginning of a race. Pete Svendgard (bottom), a senior, looks to pass the ball to teammate Ed Watts (43). Living on the Edge Sports Competition is what athletics is all about. Sharing the good times and bad times throughout the season, experiencing the victories and loss- es. Through sports, lasting friend- ships are made. From practicing and conditioning to winning and los- ing, athletics is an active part of liv- ing on the edge. Brenda Woodhull stands by to assist while Julie Nebrigich looks for a shot against the Tekamah-Herman Tigerettes. Sports - 59 Legion Juniors set state record with three straight titles Legion Midgets Baseball Team. Row 1 - Adam Lippincott, George Bower, Adam Rid- dle, Mike Ekeler, Trent Carmichael and Dave King. Row 2 - coach Jim Jorgensen, Brad Hansen, John Adkins, Aaron Svendgard, Alex Abariotes, Tom Rahlfs, Eric Hansen, Mike Bensen, Brett Bock and assistant coach Larry Bock. Legion Juniors Baseball Team. Row 1 - bat- boy Robby Rasmussen, Troy Carmichael, Joe Foley, Jerry Norton, Layne Beemer, Pete Svendgard, Marty Uitts, Jeff Nelsen and bat- boy Scot Nelsen. Row 2 - coach Mark Gutschow, Kevin Rasmussen, Tim Barner, Dan Sellon, Preston Cowing, Jamie Rogge, Craig Aman, Todd Hamre, John Bowen, Tim Seevers, coach Phil Seevers and coach Scott Nicholson. Third baseman Tim Barner awaits the throw from the outfield while the Elkhorn baserun- ner slides to the bag. Blair, hosts of the 1987 state tournament, defeated Elkhorn 3-0 in the championship game. 60 - Baseball It was almost a repeat year for both the Midget and Legion teams last summer. The Legion team won the Class B state crown for the third year in a row, while the Midgets were state runners-up. For the Legion it was another year for the record book. No other Class B legion team has won state three years in a row. Every night the Legion played in the tournament hosted in Blair, they had the home field advan- tage and the bleachers were full. “It was stud to win it in front of our home crowd,” commented senior Layne Beemer, Blair’s second baseman. Blair won five games and lost one in the double elimination tournament. The Juniors beat Beatrice and Cen- tral City twice and split with Elkhorn. The Midgets, however, could not repeat as state champs. Blair won the first two games against Gothenberg and Ogallala but lost in the championship game to Hickman. Catcher Mike Ekeler, a sophomore, said, “All of us went to Alliance (site of the Midget tournament) to take state, but I guess second isn’t bad.” “We all wanted first so badly,” stat- ed sophomore Aaron Svendgard, “that we were disappointed with second.” Members of the Blair Legion Juniors base- ball team celebrate their third straight state championship. Blair defeated Elkhorn in the final game of the championship tournament. Two runs score as Mike Bensen and Aaron Svendgard cross the plate in state baseball action against Ogallala. Sophomore Aaron Svendgard hurls another pitch for the Blair Midgets during action in the state tourney. The tournament was held in Alliance. The Midgets celebrate as Mike Ekeler, a sophomore, crosses the plate for another run. Baseball - 61 Varsity Netters make history in state appearance Varsity Volleyball Blair 6,15,15 - Norris 15,3,4 Blair 15,15 ■ Waverly 10,9 Elkhorn 10,15,15 - Blair 15,12,10 Blair 15,6,15 - Nebraska City 0,15,12 Pius X Tournament Blair 15,8 - Mercy 9,16 Pius X 15,15 - Blair 8,4 Blair 15,15 - Roncalli 7,4 Blair 15,15 - Platteview 3,9 Blair 15,15 - Bennington 6,7 EMC Tournament Blair 15,15 - Waverly 2,3 Blair 15,15 - Nebraska City 13,5 Blair 15,15 - Gretna 13,5 Blair 15,15 - Gretna 3,11 Blair 15,17 - Tekamah 7,15 Blair 15,8,15 - Arlington 11,15,12 Blair 7,15,15 • Plattsmouth 15,2,10 Blair 15,15 - Roncalli 9,4 District Blair 15,15 - Wahoo 3,8 Blair 17,15 - Arlington 15,13 Blair 15,15 - Gretna 5,10 State Blair 14,15,15 - Pius X 16,7,6 Blair 7,15,15 - Hartington CC 15,10,4 Grand Island CC 15,8,15 - Blair 9,15,12 Pius Tourney - 2nd EMC Regular Season - 1st EMC Tourney - 1st District - 1st State - 2nd Season Record: 20-3 Varsity Volleyball Team. Row 1 - Tammy Ben- son, Penny McIntosh, Janet Kruse, Shannon Nebrigich, Carrie Aman and Marlee Wohlers. Row 2 - Jennifer Palmer, Suzette Gammel, Sheryl Shuster, Suzie Edgell, Jodie Kruse, Cheri Rathjen, coach Laurel Derry and assistant coach Julie Brown. History was made when the volley- ball team took runner-up honors at the state tournament in Lincoln. After upsetting No. 1 ranked Hartington CC, the Bears lost to Grand Island CC in the finals, ending their season with a 20-3 record. “I think we did so well this year be- cause we set it in our minds that we would reach our maximum potential, said senior Janet Kruse of the team’s success. Hard work paid off as the team ac- complished many of its goals. The highlight of junior Cheri Rathjen’s season was the state tournament. She said, “It was great! It feels great to say that you have a winning season!” Blair defeated highly ranked Gretna twice for tournament titles. The first victory came in the conference tour- nament finals. The Lady Bears tied the Dragons for the season champi- onship. The two teams met again in district play when Blair defeated Gretna for the third time to win the trip to state. Senior all-stater Janet Kruse nails a spike over the net in an EMC match against Gretna. Janet led the team with 260 ace spikes. “Our team has accomplished more this year than ever before in Blair’s history,” commented junior Jennifer Palmer, after the Bears earned the first state tournament berth in school history. There were many post-season honors. Janet was chosen captain of the Omaha area small school team, she was a member of the all-class and Class B state tournament teams, and she also made all-conference. Junior Suzie Edgell was a member of the Omaha area small school team and made all-conference. Senior Sheryl Shuster was on the all- conference team and made honora- ble mention of the Omaha area small school team. Sophomore Jodi Kruse was all- conference honorable mention and honorable mention of the Omaha area small school team. Juniors Shannon Nebrigich and Cheri Rath- jen both were on the honorable men- tion list of the Omaha area small school team. Peeking under the net, senior Sheryl Shuster waits for the opponent’s serve at the state tournament. Sheryl aided the team with a 90 per cent setting record. 62 - Varsity Volleyball Seniors Janet Kruse and Penny McIntosh team up to block an opponent’s shot. Janet led the team with 107 blocks for the season. Passing the ball, junior Cheri Rathjen keeps the ball in play. For the season, Cheri passed with 82 per cent accuracy, tops for the var- sity netters. Junior Suzie Edgell dives for the ball in home court action. Defense wasn’t her only strength, however, as Suzie led the team in scoring with 168 points. Varsity Volleyball - 63 Senior Kathy Gleeson leads a Pius x runner at the state meet. Kathy helped the team place second at state. Sophomore Traci Travis, a consistent per- former throughout the season, runs down the stretch at the state meet. Runners head up a hill on the course at Plattsmouth. With meets held at various sites throughout the season, runners en- countered all kinds of terrain. Girls Cross Country Team. Row 1 - Tawnya Roberts, Sheri Seburg, Liz Vercruysse, Julie Nebrigich and Traci Travis. Row 2 - Danette Runyon, Amy Heinrich, Kathy Gleeson, Chris Swanson and coach Steve Callaghan. 64 - Cross Country State qualifier Matt Wolff, a senior, takes a deep breath while competing in a dual meet. While Dana’s football team practices in tne background, senior harrier Tim Nockels fin- ishes the course at a home meet. Cross Country Teams set goals, reap dividends “At the beginning of the year we didn’t think we were going to do near- ly as well as we did,” stated junior cross country runner Liz Vercruysse, “but by the end of the season we had our goals set pretty high.” High goals and hard work paid off in the end for both the boys and girls cross country teams. The girls team was runner-up in the conference, finishing second to Nor- ris who finished third at state. After placing second in district competition, Blair sent three girls to the state meet in Kearney. Sophomore Traci Travis led the team, placing eighteenth at state. She was followed by Sheri Seburg (thirty- second) and Kathy Gleeson (fortieth). The team placed ninth out of the 18 teams that competed. The boys team finished third in the Eastern Midlands Conference which, according to coach Steve Callaghan, “was the highest we’ve ever finished.” After placing fourth at districts, the boys team sent Matt Wolff to state where he finished twenty-second. Boys Cross Country Plattsmouth Invite - 9th Blair-Arlington-Bergan Triangular - 1st Wahoo Invite - 4th Blair Invite - 3rd Blair-Boys Town-Flanagan Triangular - 2nd North Bend Invite - 6th Boys Town Invite - 5th EMC - 3rd Districts - 4th Girls Cross Country Plattsmouth Invite - 3rd Blair-Arlington-Bergan Triangular - 1st Wahoo Invite - 2nd Blair Invite - 2nd North Bend Invite - 2nd Boys Town Invite - 3rd EMC - 2nd Districts - 2nd State - 9th Varsity Boys Cross Country Team. Matt Wolff, Tim Nockels, Justin Flynn, Noal Curley, Kenny Champoux and Alex Abariotes. Justin Flynn, senior letterman, runs the flat part of the course as reserves watch for their varsity teammates. Cross Country - 65 Lack of Experience ‘keeps gridders from winning season’ “I think lack of experience hurt us, but overall we were pleased with our year,” stated senior letterman Kelly Ryan. Lack of experience caused the Varsity Football Blair 21, Plattsmouth 0 South Sioux City 6, Blair 0 Blair 14, Norris 0 Waverly 33, Blair 20 Blair 36, Nebraska City 7 Blair 6, Gretna 0 Platteview 28, Blair 14 Elkhorn 20, Blair 13 Season Record: 4-4 varsity football team to make mental mistakes which kept them from win- ning, said head coach Mike Lehl. The Bears posted a record of 4-4, which was below some fans’ hopes, but most players felt they made an ac- complishment. After losing nearly every starter last year, the Bears were faced with the challenge of rebuilding. “It was a satisfying season. We were able to play all teams close,” said Lehl. Blair was close in every game and was never blown off the field. Leading scorer Jerry Norton paced the Bears as they outscored their op- ponents 124-94. The defense was led by four juniors - Preston Cowing, Bill Ekeler, Tom Rahlfs and Don Ryan. “This year’s attitude was not as confident and that caused many men- tal mistakes,” said Lehl. According to Lehl, the team’s ac- complishments were reflected in the strong leadership of the seniors and the hard-working attitude of everyone. “It was a fun team to play and I wish I could do it all over again,” said senior tight end Brian Shearman. Varsity Football Team. Row 1 - Lans Brown, Jeff Sweezey, Preston Cowing, Steve Lemon, Lyle Pille, Phil Stoddard, Mark Mazour, Gene Deters, Jeff Grimit and Steve Johnson. Row 2 - Karl Grinbergs, J.J. Ihrke, Don Ryan, Greg Beebe, Brad Hansen, Marty Uitts, Adam Lip- pincott, Pat Halligan, Jason VanScoy, Terry Larson, Brett Bock, Alan Thompson and Jason Christiansen. Row 3 - Dave King, Adam Riddle, Kent Biffar, DeWayne Kalin, Mike Ekeler, Curt Thomas, Layne Beemer, Jason Kesling, Trent Carmichael, Bill Ekeler, Jerry Norton and Shane Thallas. Row 4 - Tom Rahlfs, Lee Wooldridge, Dave Webster, Matt Knight, Mick Suverkrubbe, Joe Kennedy, Tim Churchill, Bret Comstock, Tony Rosterman, Kelly Ryan, Mike Anderson, Mike Andreasen and Brian Shearman. Junior Adam Riddle takes a cool break at the on-field water fountain. High heat and hu- midity during the early fall practices made such breaks necessary. 66 - Varsity Football Elkhorn’s all-stater Brad Hayes breaks up a pass intended for Tom Rahlfs (47) as Marty Uitts (43) moves in for assistance in the Bears’ 20-13 loss to the top-ranked Antlers. Uitts, a senior, led Blair in receiving and in- terceptions while earning all-conference honors. Looking for running room, all-conference honorable mention Jerry Norton, a junior, gallops downfield. Norton led the team in rushing, averaging over four yards a carry. Don Ryan, junior nose guard, tackles a Plattsmouth ball carrier in the season opener. Junior Bill Ekeler (10) stands ready to assist. Varsity Football - 67 Mat Accomplishments highlight season, please coach Varsity Wrestling Elkhorn 48, Blair 29 Blair Invitational - 1st Blair 39, Arlington 33 Boys Town Invitational - 2nd Tekamah-herman 35, Blair 29 Wahoo Invitational - 2nd Ashland Invitational - 1st Blair 63, Ashland 10 Platteview 37, Blair 33 Plattsmouth Invitational - 2nd Blair 41, Gretna 31 Blair 64, Waverly 12 Blair 66, Plattsmouth 6 Nebraska City 40, Blair 30 EMC Tournament - 3rd District - 2nd State - 11th Season Record: 5-4 Varsity Wrestling Team. Row 1 - Ryan Ander- son, Jeff Olsen, John Timm, Terry Perfect, Bill Wardell, Terry Johnson, Mike Comstock, Kent Biffar and Slade Sharp. Row 2 - Brady Svendgard, Lyle Pilie, Greg Huff, DeWayne Kalin, Curt Thomas, Dave Putnam, Chris Morfeld, Shane Thallas and Kenny Cham- poux. Row 3 - Steve Petersen, Kelly Ryan, Mike Anderson, Jason Jorgensen, Alex Abariotes, Jeff Grimit, Eugene Deters, Joel Jorgensen, Mike McKinnis and Shad Hem- minger. 68 - Varsity Wrestling “This team ranks with the better teams,” stated head wrestling coach Carroll Huff about this year’s wrestlers. According to Huff the highlights ol the season were a second place fin- ish at districts and winning the Blair Invite. The Bears also won the Ash- land invite and second place finish- es at the Boys Town, Wahoo, and Plattsmouth invites. The team took third at EMC. “One disappointment was that only four wrestlers qualified for state while a lot of good wrestlers stayed at home,” added Huff. The four who qualified were seniors Jeff Grimit, Mike Anderson, Dave Putnam, and Kelly Ryan. Ryan placed second while Putnam and Anderson placed third and sixth respectively. With the three medals Blair added up enough points to get eleventh at the state meet. It was a good tournament. Three out of four wrestlers placed,” com- mented Huff. “It was a good year for the team. We seemed to do better at tourna- ments than duals,” said Ryan, the sil- ver medalist. Putnam added, “With the team placing second at districts and the way I ended the year at the state tour- nament, it turned out to be a pretty good season.” Senior Kelly Ryan pins his opponent enroute to the Blair Invitational championship. Ryan went on to post a 29-4 record while earning the silver medal at state. Trying to pin his opponent, senior Dave Put- nam scores some back points. Putnam took third at state. Wrestlers gather around the hoisted trophy following the team championship in their own Blair Invitational. Making his third straight state tournament appearance, senior Mike Anderson turns his opponent over. Anderson placed sixth at state after an injury forced him to forfeit his final match. Senior Jeff Grimit, one of Blair’s four state qualifiers, struggles for control over his op- ponent. Varsity Wrestling - 69 Sheryl Shuster, a senior, guards a Fremont Bergan player in early season action. Sheryl was a key defensive player for the Bears throughout the season. Junior forward Suzie Edgell dribbles down court in the team’s loss to Bergan. Edgell was second on the team in scoring and re- bounding while leading the team in assists. Starters Kathy Gleeson, Jodi Kruse (15) and Shannon Nebrigich (33) apply tough defense in the win over Omaha Roncalli. The Lady Bears posed a 21-3 record with the help of a fullcourt pressure defense. In state tournament action, senior all-stater Janet Kruse digs for the ball against a York player as sophomore Carrie Aman moves in. Kruse averaged 17 points a game as she led the team in scoring. 70 - Varsity Girls Basketball State Tourney Berth highlights girls’ 21-3 season campaign “It was a good season,” said junior guard Shannon Nebrigich about the team’s 21-3 record and number seven rating in the Omaha World-Herald. Although the girls finished the sea- son rated seventh they were rated sixth going into the state tournament. After defeating York in the opening round, the Bears lost to eventual state champ Ord. “I was upset that we dropped in the ratings,” said senior Kathy Gleeson. “I know we are a better team than some of the teams above us. We just didn’t play our best.” Shannon Nebrigich agreed, “We could have done better at state.” Junior Suzie Edgell said, “I’m really satisfied with our 21-3 record, but it still hurts that it could have been 23-2. The season was great, and I think our three losses were to pretty good teams, so I guess it’s not all that bad.” “The highlights of the season were winning districts and cutting down Elkhorn’s nets along with playing in the state tournament,” Kathy said. Suzie added, “It really felt great to beat Elkhorn three times in a season ” Kathy said the season fulfilled a long-standing dream. “Ever since I was in junior high I wanted the girls team to have a winning record and play in the state tournament,” she said. “Each year we improved and my dream came true.” Caught between two Ord players, senior Kathy Gleeson looks for a shot in state semi- final action. Varsity Girls Basketball Blair 79, Norris 34 Blair 61, Tekamah-Herman 26 Blair 59, Arlington 44 Blair 68, Waverly 61 Fremont Bergan 66, Blair 48 Blair 79, Omaha Mercy 40 West Point 47, Blair 36 Blair 57, Nebraska City 33 Blair 53, Schuyler 47 Blair 54, Plattsmouth 37 EMC Tournament Blair 58, Waverly 42 Blair 62, Gretna 33 Blair 54, Elkhorn 45 Blair 62, Platteview 39 Blair 57, Ashland 24 Blair 58, Gretna 36 Blair 55, Elkhorn 38 Blair 76, Omaha St. Joseph 39 Blair 59, Omaha Roncalli 33 District Tournament Blair 67, Omaha Duchesne 27 Blair 61, Fort Calhoun 46 Blair 60, Elkhorn 37 State Tournament Blair 65, York 51 Ord 78, Blair 49 Season Record: 21-3 Varsity Girls Basketball Team. Row 1 - Shannon Nebrigich, Kathy Gleeson, Sheryl Shuster, Janet Kruse and Carrie Aman. Row 2 - Tammy Benson, Brenda Woodhull, Jodi Kruse, Suzie Edgell, Julie Nebrigich and Cheri Rathjen. Varsity Girls Basketball - 71 Fast-break Offense leads cagers Varsity Boys Basketball Blair 90, Omaha Roncalli 55 Elkhorn 72, Blair 68 (OT) Blair 82, Ashland 45 Blair 74, Boys Town 57 Blair 74, Norris 70 Blair 56, Fort Calhoun 53 Blair 52, Omaha St. Joseph 37 Blair 74, Arlington 45 Blair 84, Plattsmouth 35 Blair 55, Tekamah-Herman 54 EMC Tournament Blair 74, Plattsmouth 55 Waverly 61, Blair 60 Gretna 76, Blair 65 Elkhorn Mt. Michael 62, Blair 60 Blair 53, Platteview 45 Blair 68, Missouri Valley 63 Blair 81, Waverly 66 District Tournament Blair 73, Bennington 50 Elkhorn Mt. Michael 60, Blair 47 Season Record: 15-5 Varsity Boys Basketball Team. Row 1 - Jason VanScoy, Marty Uitts, Pete Svendgard, Steve Lemon, Tim Nockels and Lans Brown. Row 2 - Brett Bock, Craig Olson, Eric Hansen, Justin Flynn, Doug Carlsen, Ed Watts and coach Dale Smith. Brett Bock, a junior, prevents a Waverly shot as senior Craig Olson moves in. The Bears defeated Waverly 81-66 in the regular season finale, avenging an earlier one-point loss to the Vikings in conference tournament action. to 15-5 record Using a fast-break offense, the boys basketball team wound up with a season record of 15-5 and achiev- ing many goals. With perhaps the least experience in Dale Smith’s coaching years, the boys surpassed the pre-season odds of many experts. “They were a good bunch of kids,” remarked Coach Smith. “They played hard and competed every time.” The Bears set a new record for most points scored in a game (90) in the first contest of the season against Omaha Roncalli. In their next game, Blair faced highly-touted Elkhorn. The Bears lost 72-68 in overtime, but many players thought of it as a turn- ing point in the season. “That game gave our team a lot of confidence and showed us we could play with anybody,” stated junior Eric Hansen, who led Blair in rebounding with 154 caroms. Despite the fact that Elkhorn was both a conference and district tourney foe, the Bears would not get a chance to try to avenge the defeat, due to semi-final losses in tournament play. Statistically, Pete Svendgard, a 5-11 senior guard, led Blair in assists (46), steals (52) and free throw percentage (69.5). Forward Justin Flynn, also a senior, paced the team in scoring (226 points) while senior Doug Carl- sen posted a team high 52.5 field goal percentage. Svendgard noted, “We earned every win and played 100 percent every play of every game, even the games we lost.” Coach Smith agreed, noting that the season was one of his most en- joyable. The boys were a team without in- dividual stars, prompting Flynn to state, “This team was exactly that: a team. Without a doubt, the best 11 players Blair has ever had.” 72 - Varsity Boys Basketball Unanimous all-conference selection Pete Svendgard moves down court in varsity ac- tion against Waverly while senior Justin Flynn (34) sets a pick. Svendgard, a senior, led the Bears in assists and freethrow per- centage. Starters Doug Carlsen and Eric Hansen fight for a rebound in district semi-final play at Millard South. Hansen led Blair with 154 re- bounds in the season. Senior Justin Flynn, Blair’s leading scorer, goes up for two against Elkhorn Mt. Michael. In conference tournament action, senior Marty Uitts and Justin Flynn apply defensive pressure to the Waverly player. Flynn was named defensive player of the year. Varsity Boys Basketball - 73 Having completed her leg of the relay, junior Shannon Nebrigich hands the baton to Suzie Edged. The mile relay team, which also con- sisted of seniors Kathy Gleeson and Janet Kruse, took the all-class gold medal at state with a time of 4:04.19. Junior Brenda Woodhull, who set the school record at 126-11, lets go with the winning toss. The record was set at a home dual. Kathy Gleeson, a senior, stretches for extra inches in the long jump. Kathy also com- peted in the middle distances where she qualified for state. Sophomore hurdler Jodi Kruse flies over the 100 meter highs. Kruse ran her season-best at the EMC meet where she posted a time of 15.84 to win the event. 74 - Girls Track All-Class Gold Medal reward for record-breaking season Calling the girls track team dominant may have been an under- statement. Throughout the year the girls won every meet, with the excep- tion of state, broke five school records, broke a Class B state record and won an all-class gold medal. Most valuable trackster Kathy Glee- son led the girls. She ran the fastest leg of the 3200 meter relay team and she was a member of the 1600 meter relay. Those relays took first in Class B at the state meet and both were school records. In addition, the 1600 meter relay team won the all-class gold medal at state. Commenting on the relay team’s performances, Gleeson stated, “It was definitely a team effort. Every- one’s times were important to us.” Other runners on the 3200 meter re- lay team included Shannon Nebrigich, Carrie Aman and Beth Heimann. The 1600 meter squad also consisted of Nebrigich, Janet Kruse and Suzie Edgell. Janet Kruse also qualified in the 200 meter dash. Edgell qualified in the long jump and the 200 meter dash. Other state qualifiers were sophomore Jodi Kruse in the 100 meter high hurdles, and sophomore Beth Heimann and freshman Lisa Trolson in the 1600 meter run. Other school records that were set included Gleeson in the 400 meters, Nebrigich in the 300 intermediate hurdles and junior Brenda Woodhull in the discus. Gleeson and Edgell placed sixth in the 800 meters and 400 meters, respectively. Edgell, a junior, was named the most improved runner. Gleeson finished out her high school career. “Not to brag, but our team was awesome,” noted Kruse. “Everybody reached their potential and worked really hard.” Varsity Girls Track Lewis Central Invitational - 1st Blair 75, Arlington 46 Blair 103, Missouri Valley 20 Gretna Invitational - 1st Plattsmouth Invitational - 1st Blair 68, Elkhorn 51 Blair Invitational - 1st Blair 99, Gretna 24 Eastern Midlands Conference - 1st District - 1st State - 7th Season Record: 4-0 Girls Track Team. Row 1 - Sheryl Shuster, Tawnya Roberts, Becky Taylor, Suzie Edgell, Kathy Gleeson, Janet Kruse, Suzette Gam- mel, Traci Travis, Cyndi Wrightson and Beth Heimann. Row 2 - Ruth McGuire, Susan Read, Jodi Kruse, Julie Champoux, Lisa Trolson, Shannon Nebrigich, Carrie Aman, Cheri Rathjen, Keri Trolson, Jill Hardy and Brenda Woodhull. Senior Janet Kruse battles a Plattsmouth runner in the 200 meters at the Blair Invita- tional. Kruse was hampered the latter part of the season with an ankle injury. Girls Track - 75 Senior Justin Flynn takes the baton from sophomore Matt Knight in the 1600 meter relay. Both qualified for state, Knight in the 300 intermediate hurdles and Flynn in the relay. Attempting to clear the bar, junior Shane Thallas releases his pole. Thallas placed first in the pole vault at the Plattsmouth Invita- tional. Senior Steve Lemon starts down the last stretch in the two mile relay. Lemon quali- fied for the state meet in the 800 meter run. Competing in the Gretna Invitational, senior Layne Beemer clears a hurdle enroute to a fifth place finish. Beemer was a state quali- fier in the 110 meter highs Sophomore Kent Kingston crosses the fin- ish line to place sixth in the Plattsmouth In- vitational. Kingston was a member of the district championship two mile relay team. 76 - Boys Track against.” Uitts was named the most valuable team member, Layne Beemer was named the most improved track athlete. Varsity Boys Track Boys Town Invitational - 5th Tekamah-Herman Invitational • 2nd Gretna Invitational - 4th Plattsmouth Invitational - 3rd Blair Invitational - 7th Blair 81, Gretna 51 Eastern Midlands Conference - 5th District - 5th Season Record: 1-0 Varsity Boys Track Team. Row 1 - Jerry Nor- ton, Shane Thallas, Marty Uitts, Justin Flynn, Matt Wolff, Kelly Ryan, Steve Lemon, Layne Beemer, Preston Cowing, Trent Car- michael and Brett Bock. Row 2 - Scott McKain, Brett Gunderson, Ed Watts, Scott Wedel, Joe Kennedy, Scott Andersen, Rich Ray, B. J. Abbott, Kenny Champoux, Mike Ekeler and Adam Lippincott. Row 3 - Trevore Dunn, Kent Kingston, Mark Mazour, Tony Rosterman, Mike Bro, Matt Knight, R. J. Ryan, Florian Reyda and Mike Labs. Row 4 - Mike Mai, Ryan Anderson, Rob Deklavs, Andy Arnold and Terry Johnson. Easily clearing the bar, senior Marty Uitts wins the high jump at the Tekamah-Herman Invitational. Uitts was also the high jump champion in both the conference and dis- trict meets. Boys Track - 77 Injuries Plague Team as boys experience ‘disappointing’ year “It was a disappointing year with in- juries and discipline problems,” said Mr. Dennis Sellon, boys track coach, on the team’s accomplishments. Early season injuries to senior Matt Wolff and junior Ed Watts and a season- ending injury to sprinter Jerry Norton hampered the team’s performance. Despite these problems, the team was able to finish fifth overall at dis- tricts, as they sent nine athletes to the state meet at Omaha Burke High School. The team brought home six medals from the districts held at Arlington, in- cluding a first by the 3200 meter re- lay team of Kent Kingston, Steve Lemon, Justin Flynn and Wolff. High jumpers Marty Uitts and Watts finished first and third, respectively, at districts. Senior Kelly Ryan placed second in the discus. Sophomore Matt Knight took the second place medal in the 300 meter intermediate hurdles. A fourth place finish in the 110 meter highs qualified senior Layne Beemer for the state meet. In addition to his leg on the relay team, Lemon also qualified in the 800 meter run. Sellon cited the field events at the Blair Invite as the highlight of the sea- son. “We had a great day,” he noted. Watts won the high jump with Uitts ty- ing Aurora’s Mike Boss for third place. Junior Shane Thallas cleared 12-6 in the pole vault, his personal best, to finish second. “I was happy with the way we performed,” Sellon continued. “We did about as well as I thought we could, considering how young we are and the tough field we were up Senior Doug Carlsen follows through after taking a stroke. Doug led the team to their conference championship by winning the conference individual crown. Junior Jennifer Kros drives the ball from the tee box at a home dual. Jennifer placed eighth at districts. Sophomore Lans Brown putts a ball on the home course. Lans was a medalist in all of Blair’s matches. Golf team members Scott Fox, Lans Brown, J.J. Ihrke, Doug Carlsen, Jason Combs, Matt Mackie and others search for a good pick during a golf ball giveaway by coach Tim Brown. 78 - Golf High State Rankings attest to boys, girls links success A second place finish at the state golf tournament provided the high- light of the year for the girls team. Led by junior Becky Vinton, the team bowed to Cozad for top state honors. Vinton tied for the state individual championship, but she was unsuc- cessful in the playoff, thus receiving the second place medal. Jill Schref- fler placed sixth at state. “It’s a big honor for Jill,” comment- ed Mr. Tim Brown, golf coach, “since she is only a sophomore.” It was the second consecutive year the girls team qualified for state. They won their district tournament as Vin- ton took third, and Jill Schreffler, Jen- nifer Kros and Kim Schreffler took medals for sixth, eighth and ninth place, respectively. “State went really well for the boys, too,” said Coach Brown. “I was really pleased with the performances.” The boys team placed third in the state meet which, in the end was held in Holdrege. Two team members medaled at state. Junior J.J. Ihrke placed fourth while sophomore Lans Brown took seventh place honors. “This was the first time in about 12 or 13 years that two Blair golfers have placed in the Top 10,” said Coach Brown. The state meet was to have been played in Alliance. But, after playing nine holes, it was postponed because of thunderstorms. It was then moved to Holdredge because of its central lo- cation. Senior Doug Carlsen was named most valuable golfer. Ihrke was awarded the most improved golfer title. Girls Golf Plattsmouth Invite - 1st Blair 193, Plattsmouth 298 Blair 208, Ashland 242 Blair Invite - 1st Blair 203, Wahoo 206 Ashland Invite - 1st Wayne Invite - 2nd Fremont 188, Blair 196 Districts - 2nd State - 2nd Season Record: 3-1 Boys Golf Oakland-Craig 161, Blair 164 Blair 162, Elkhorn 163 Ashland Invitational - 1st Blair Invitational - 2nd Blair 171, Missouri Valley 214 Blair 159, Oakland-Craig 160, West Point 180 Blair 159, Logan View 184, Fremont Bergan 228 Oakland-Craig Invitational - 3rd Eastern Midlands Conference - 1st Districts - 2nd State - 3rd Season Record: 6-1 Girls Golf Team - Jennifer Pechnik, Jennifer Kros, Megan O’Hanlon, Jill Schreffler, Kim Schreffler, Kirsten Whitaker, Crystal Novak and Beckv Vinton. Varsity Boys Golf Team - J.J. Ihrke, Drew Coulter, Doug Carlsen, Matt Mackie and Lans Brown. Junior Becky Vinton eyes the ball during a putt at the ninth hole of the Blair Country Club. Becky's putting was instrumental in her second place finish at the state golf tour- nament. Golf - 79 Senior Melissia Brickey works out on the universal bench press during Advanced Weightlifting. Melissia was one of four girls enrolled in the class. Junior Shane Thallas works on the univer- sal tricep press. The exercise helps lifters improve their upper arm strength. Working on his back strength, junior Jason VanScoy does some lat pulls during Ad- vance Weightlifting class. Junior Jerry Norton goes for his last repeti- tion on the shoulder press. The exercise is designed to increase shoulder strength. 80 - Weightlifting As classmate Jeremy Wenz spots him, junior George Bower works to increase chest strength on the bench press. Taking a breather from the weights, junior Brett Bock records his workout. Weekly diaries help the students chart their progress in the weight room. Student Conditioning improves with up-to-date equipment Lately many students at BHS have become very self-conscious of the condition of their bodies. One way they found to improve their condition was by spending a lot of time up in the weight room. The reason the weight training pro- gram has become so successful, according to senior Jay Plugge, is be- cause the school is equipped with all of the most advanced, up-to-date weight equipment. There are also six exercise bicycles that help students increase their cardiovascular condi- tion and to tone up leg muscles. “Weightlifting helps me keep my body in good condition and it has also helped me with the rehabilitation of my knee after I had my surgery,” com- mented Plugge. Some students used the weight room for rehabilitation from injuries, while others used the facilities to in- crease muscular strength and to hopefully prevent any type of injuries. Junior Jason VanScoy said, “I lift weights to keep my body in shape and to help prevent any injuries that might occur during any of the sports that I participate in.” Don Ryan, another junior, stated, “I lift weights to increase my physical ability, especially for football and to maintain my general physical health.” Girls also became involved in weight training. It used to be that girls were afraid to lift weights because they felt they would become big and bulky like some men do. But, with the right program, many found weightlift- ing benefited them. Sheryl Shuster, a senior, said, “I lift to keep my muscles in good shape. It also gives me something to do when I’m not in practice for volleyball, basketball or track.” Weightlifting - 81 Girls Golf Expands with establishment of JV team Although most attention was fo- cused on the accomplishments of the girls varsity sports, underclassmen worked hard on freshman and junior varsity teams. In fact, Blair fielded JV teams in sports where they had never competed before. The JV volleyball team had an 11-3 record under the leadership of second-year coach Julie Brown. Of the'reserves’ productivity, junior Kim Jorgensen said, “The team worked Megan O'Hanlon, a freshman, prepares to tee off in action at the Blair Country Club. Megan was one of two freshmen who com- peted in girls golf. Sophomore Julie Nelson sets the ball dur- ing a JV volleyball game. Waiting to play the ball are teammates Beth Heimann (1), Jill Hardy (3) and Carrie Aman (16). hard to overcome communications problems between teammates and, through that, became a better team.” Fellow junior Tammy Benson saw the fact that the team developed throughout the season as the crucial point in their success. In freshman volleyball, Blair also fielded a good team, winning the Eastern Midlands Conference tourna- ment. Coached by Dale Smith, the netters finished the season at 7-2. “Coach Smith pushed hard through- out the season,” said freshman start- er Holly Stevens, “but it paid off when we won the tournament.” For the first year Blair was able to field a girls junior varsity cross coun- try team. Coach Steve Callaghan was pleased with the performance of the reserves. “The girls did really well, with someone medaling at almost every event,” he said, “and some of the runners even gave the varsity competition and that’s really good.” 82 - JV Freshman Girls Freshman Janet Bacon returns the ball with a bump while teammate Holly Stevens watches the play. The freshmen were coached by Mr. Dale Smith who, according to Holly, “pushed (the team) hard through- out the season.” Lisa Trolson, a freshman, goes up for a block at the net. Lisa and her teammates posted a 7-2 season mark. Tawnya Roberts, freshman cross crounty runner, stretches out in preparation for a team practice. JV Freshman Girls - 83 ‘Lots of Potential’ boosts junior varsity girls athletics “Our team did really well,” said sophomore Jill Hardy. “We had a lot of potential, and a lot of potential is coming up with the freshmen.” Jill’s references were to the performances of the junior varsity and freshman girls basketball teams. The JV team, under the coaching of Mrs. Laurel Derry, finished the sea- son with a 16-1 record. Their only loss came against Elkhorn, a team that beat them by four points. Marty Rogers, freshman girls basketball coach, discusses strategy with his team dur- ing timeout in a home contest. Freshman Keri Trolson puts up a shot in a freshman girls home game. Waiting for the rebound are Lisa Trolson (left) and Shawna Tierney. Marty Rogers coached the fresh- man team to a solid season with a 7-4 record. He was cited by many mem- bers of the team as an important in- fluence. “Mr. Rogers was a really good coach and he helped us to develop our skills,” said freshman Lori Engelke. Teammate Holly Stevens agreed, saying, “We had a good season be- cause of the coach’s dedication to the team.” Underclassmen also contributed a lot to the girls track team with dis- tance runners and an overall addition of strength. Freshman Lisa Trolson, for example, qualified for the state meet in the 1600 meter run. “The team had a lot of depth,” said sophomore Traci Travis. “We didn't lose anybody, and we gained a lot of freshmen, making for a stronger team.” 84 - JV Freshman Girls Sophomore Julie Champoux reaches for the hand-off in the 400 meter relay. Freshman Lisa Trolson grips the baton as she runs her leg of the relay. Lisa was one of many freshmen who helped to strengthen the junior varsity tracksters. Cheri Rathjen, a junior, fights for control in a home contest against Ashland. Cheri helped the JV team to a 16-1 record. JV Freshman Girls - 85 Junior Alex Abariotes struggles to escape the grasp of his opponent while referee Den- nis Sellon reaches to keep the wrestlers from tumbling off the mat. Sweeping around the right end, sophomore Mike Ekeler streaks downfield for big yard- age in junior varsity action. Gang tackling the ball carrier, the freshman defense stops the Tekamah-Herman ball car- rier for little gain. The Bears posted their only shutout of the season in the 14-0 victory. Freshman Slade Sharp struggles to stay off his back during action against Elkhorn. With only two freshman meets on the schedule, JV action gave the frosh added experience. 86 - JV Freshman Boys Freshmen, F Reserves gain confidence, battle inconsistency Freshman gridders posted a .500 mark with wins over Gretna, Tekamah-Herman and Boys Town. Their three losses came to Platts- mouth, Elkhorn and Missouri Valley. The frosh were led by wing back Tony Little, quarterback Robert Hogenmiller and l-back R. J. Ryan. Ryan attributed the team’s lack of greater success to inconsistency. “We would play great one game and then lose the next. We never really got things going.” The junior varsity cross country team finished their season with con- fidence. Sophomore B. J. Abbott said, “Inexperience hurt us a lot, but in the future we should show better dominance in the big meets.” Finishing in the top half of the in- vitationals, the young team was led by junior Philip Hatton, sophomore Kent Kingston and Abbott. “Wrestling was a lot harder this year than it was in junior high,” said freshman Joel Jorgensen. “There is a lot more competition.” A highlight of the JV’s wrestling season was their second place finish at the Waterloo Invitational. The team finished behind Valley High School’s varsity team. Riding a roller coaster similar to the freshmen’s, the junior varsity gridders finished the season with a 3-3 mark. “I thought this year in JV football was successful in terms of learning,” said junior Joe Kennedy, “but we weren’t that successful in the win-loss column.” Junior Varsity Football Roncalli 17, Blair 0 Blair 14, Boys Town 6 Blair 40, St. Albert 0 Blair 28, Elkhorn 14 Plattsmouth 19, Blair 18 Platteveiw 14, Blair 6 Season Record: 3-3 Freshman Football Blair 12, Boys Town 6 Missouri Valley 30, Blair 20 Blair 14, Tekamah-Herman 0 Blair 24, Gretna 20 Plattsmouth 26, Blair 20 (50T) Elkhorn 16, Blair 12 Season Record: 3-3 Junior varsity cross country runners Kent Kingston (rear), Doug Zadow (center) and Greg Huff (second from right) try to gain an edge. JV Freshman Boys - 87 JV Basketball Team matures, posts 11-4 season mark “We were kind of a young team,” said junior Gary Green about Blair’s JV boys basketball team. “But we grew up a lot over the year and should be a good varsity team next year.” The junior varsity team achieved a solid record of 11-4 under coach Dave Warrick. “Mr. Warrick is not only a great coach, but a great guy, said junior Steve Nockels. “He made the team have a good season because of his leadership.” The freshman cagers did not enjoy the success of the junior varsity. Un- der third-year coach Terry Gregory, the freshmen compiled a 1-12 season record. “Due to injuries, the team never was really together,” said freshman starter Tony Little. We never reached our potential.” Showing optimism, sophomore golfer Mike Comstock said, “The golf team has a lot of ability, and we’ll use it in the future to capture state.” According to junior Alex Abariotes, the JV linksters profited from the in- struction of coach Tim Brown. “Mr. Brown was a big help, because he helped us improve our techniques,” he said. Junior varsity track coach Jim Van- Cleave was impressed with his team’s performances in the 400, 800 and long jump, but he felt the team was weak in the field events. “They will have to do more in the field events,” he said. “It's almost im- possible to expect to be in contention at any meet without performances in a lot of these events.” 88 - JV Freshman Boys Mike Bro, a sophomore, runs the 1600 meters at the Gretna Invitational. The JV competed in two duals, both of which they lost. Freshman Trevore Dunn stretches for extra inches in the long jump. Dunn competed in junior varsity action throughout the early part of the season before joining the varsity. Jason VanScoy, a junior, drives the ball dur- ing a junior varsity golf practice. All prac- tices were held at the Blair Country Club. Caught in a trap, freshman Jay Stewart looks for a teammate to pass the ball to. The fresh- men struggled throughout the season, tally- ing just one victory. Finishing up a round, sophomore Chris Bilau putts at the ninth hole. Nice weather greeted the golfers throughout most of the spring. Sophomore Lans Brown (31) goes up for a shot while Mike Bro (45) boxes out. Brown also suited up for the varsity games. JV Freshman Boys - 89 Say Good-bye, Books, it’s time to enjoy recreational sports In the outdoors enjoying nature, many students take part in recreation- al sports. Depending upon the sea- son it might mean catching a tew rays, plowing through the snow, or floating down the river. Once again many students set the books aside to enjoy their time off. Some students took advantage of the warm weather by taking a dip in the pool. Swimming was very popular in the summertime. It was a good way to cool off after playing a baseball or softball game. People of all ages played softball whether it be in a league or just for fun at a picnic. Baseball was played competitively at all ages also. Pick-up games of baseball were also seen a lot. “Waterskiing is great because when it’s warm out, you can stay cool,” commented senior Jeff Nelsen about his favorite recreational sport. Tubing or just floating down the river were also ways some students spent hot summer days. Others maybe decided to call a friend and take a leisurely bike ride, or take to it more seriously by riding across Nebraska in BRAN. Junior Barb Wrightson’s favorite recreational sport was “definitely bik- ing, because it's a great sport. You can either push yourself or just relax and enjoy a comfortable ride. No mat- ter what, you have a good time.” With spring came tennis. As the weather got nicer many students took to the courts. During the winter snow skiing was very popular. “I like to snow ski be- cause it’s not hard to do. The moun- tains in Colorado are really cool and many other people your age do it,” commented senior Kelly Ryan. mm i ' Juniors Cheri Rathjen, Suzie Edgell, Lori Penry and Shannon Nebrigich sit on the bench during a summer league softball game. Softball is one recreational sport played by girls of all ages during the sum- mer in Blair. Fishing at DeSoto Bend, junior Bill Ekeler baits his hook. Many students found the na- tional wildlife refuge a favorite spring fish- ing spot. 90 - Recreational Sports With lots of clean-up to do, senior Layne Beemer hits another ball over the net. This photograph, taken by senior Marty Uitts, won first place in the state journalism com- petition and at the national journalism con- vention. Trying out a newly built ramp, senior Curt Thomas rides his skateboard. Thomas and junior Jason Jorgensen built the ramp. Senior Rick Riley shows his flexibility on the bike with some trick riding. Rick practiced, hoping to enter some bike trick competition. Recreational Sports - 91 AthleticsAthleticsAthleticsAthleticsAthleticsAthlet eticsAthleticsAthleticsAthleticsAthleticsAthleticsA Mini-Mag With a 12-0 record, the Miami Hur- ricanes became college football’s na- tional champions after they defeated the Oklahoma Sooners 20-14 in the Orange Bowl. In other post-season action, Ne- braska’s Cornhuskers lost to the Flori- da State Seminoles 31-28 in the Sunkist Fiesta Bowl. Oklahoma had another chance at an NCAA championship when they took on the Kansas Jayhawks in col- lege basketball’s championship game. Playing at Kemper Arena in Kansas City, the Jayhawks were led by all-American Danny Manning who scored 31 points and pulled down 18 rebounds to defeat the Sooners 83-79. The game marked just the third time in the tournament’s 50-year his- tory that both teams in the champion- ship game were from the same ath- letic conference. Both Oklahoma and Kansas are members of the Big Eight Conference. Coming back from a second quar- ter 10-0 deficit, the Washington Red- skins defeated the Denver Broncos 42-10 in Super Bowl XXII. Many records fell as the Redskins trounced the Broncos. Redskins' quarterback Doug Williams passed for a record 340 yards and tied the mark for most touchdowns thrown in a Super Bowl game with 4. Rookie Timmie Smith ran for a record 204 yards on 22 carries. Ricky Sanders broke the old mark for re- ceiving yardage with 193 yards. The team broke records for most total yardage and most rushing yardage with 602 and 280 yards, respectively. Athletic award winners are: Row 1-Craig Olson, Pete Svendgard, Matt Wolff, Becky Vinton and Shannon Nebrigich. Row 2-Preston Cowing, Kelly Ryan, Marty Uitts, Doug Carlsen, Layne Beemer, J.J. Ihrke, Carrie Aman and Julie Nebrigich. Row 3-Janet Kruse, Kathy Gleeson, Sheryl Shuster, Jason Jorgensen, Jennifer Kros, Cheri Rathjen, Suzie Edgell, Jerry Norton and Sheri Seburg. Bo Jackson, outfielder for the Kansas City Royals, warms up before a game at Royals Stadium. Jackson went directly from base- ball to the National Football League where he starred with the Los Angeles Raiders. Athletes were honored for individu- al and team accomplishments during the annual B-Club Awards Banquet. Held in mid-May, the banquet saluted all athletes from the current school year plus several alumni guests who were inducted into the Hall of Fame. Thirteen individuals were inducted into the Hall of Fame. Pat Carroll (’77) was recognized for achievement in football, Laurel Biffar Method (’78) for 92 - Mini-Mag sAthleticsAthl hleticsAthletic Janet Kruse, area female athlete of the year, slams the ball over the net in home volley- ball action. The 6-0 senior made all-class all- state and signed a letter of intent to play at the University of Nebraska-Lincoln. track, and Laurel Stricklett Derry for all sports. Shane Petersen (78) was inducted for outstanding performances in track and Janet Kruse (’88) was named to the Hall of Fame for her achievement in all sports. The 3200 meter relay of 1978 was inducted. Team members included Petersen, David Dibben, John Blo- baum and Tony Dunning. The 1600 meter relay team of 1987, consisting of Shannon Nebrigich, Julie Nebrigich, Kathy Gleeson and Kruse, was also inducted. Special awards were presented to athletes in all sports. Gleeson and Noal Curley were named scholar ath- letes, while Kruse was named 8- Club’s Honor Athlete. Kruse and Marty Uitts won the Rufus Olson Award. Coach Mike Lehl presented special awards in football. Kelly Ryan was named the best offensive lineman and junior Preston Cowing received the defensive player of the year award. Senior Mick Suverkrubbe was named the most improved player, while junior Jerry Norton was named the most valuable player. Sheryl Shuster received an award for the highest serving percentage by volleyball coach Laurel Derry. Junior Cheri Rathjen received the highest passing award. Junior Suzie Edgell was named the most improved play- er and Kruse was named most valuable. Gleeson and junior Alex Abariotes received academic all-state honors in cross country, while juniors Liz Ver- cruysse and Amy Heinrich received honorable mention. Kent Kingston and Sheri Seburg were named most improved runners by coach Steve Callaghan. The most valuable runner awards were presented to Matt Wolff and Gleeson. Coach Tim Brown presented awards in golf. The most improved golfers were Jennifer Kros and J.J. Ihrke. Becky Vinton and Doug Carl- sen were named most valuable. Jason Jorgensen won the most im- proved wrestler award while Ryan, a heavyweight, won the Steve Lasher Memorial Award which is presented annually to the most valuable wrestler. Kruse, who had the best freethrow percentage (65 percent), was named the most valuable player on the girls basketball team. Suzie Edgell won the best defensive player honors, and sophomore Carrie Aman was named the most improved player. Pete Svendgard led the team in Senior Janet Kruse enjoyed a ban- ner year in three varsity sports. The senior all-stater led the volleyball team to its first ever state tournament appearance where the Lady Bears took second place to Grand Island CC. Kruse was named all-class all- state and signed a letter to play volley- ball at the University of Nebraska. She was the only in-state player to be given a scholarship. freethrow percentage (70 percent) and was named the MVP. Craig Ol- son, a senior, received honors for most improved player. Award winners in track included Edgell and Layne Beemer (most im- proved athletes) and Gleeson and Uitts (most valuable). Mini-Mag - 93 The junior and senior girls are introduced before the kickoff of the annual powder puff football game. The game is sponsored dur- ing Homecoming week by DECA. Senior Kevin Bonney joins his classmates at the counter to prepare a meal in home economics. Mark Mazour, Beth Heimann, Mike Bensen, Jason Combs, Mike Ekeler and Lans Brown congregate in the commons during lunch. Trombone players Andy Andreasen, Shad Hemminger and Steve Johnson play in the pep band at a home basketball game. 94 - People Living on the Edge Hoope Winslow NWASHIN i Urn ’A.. BLAIR U ■ Kennard. Nickerson I North 8 Rogers i 7 Rend FREMONT N7 tjena o Ames Arlin Qton 47 r?± rAK- 2 22 Lm wood i Morse m Bluff Cedar Jnglewooctl. i ■„ — [Washington Mr. Lynn Hansen (top) presents information to parents and prospective college students during a fall workshop. Students compete (bottom) for the first place honors in the an- nual Homecoming window painting contest. People What would our lives be without friends? Always being there to help out, sharing experiences through the years. Friends are found in different peo- ple, from classmates to teachers. All trying to help us make it, just living on the edge. English teacher Dawn Nielsen registers some students into her class- es during second semester registration. People - 95 Sunshine, seniors flood patio For Farewell Lunch The sun was shining brightly as the seniors enjoyed their traditional fare- well lunch on the patio just outside the cafeteria. It was only fitting that the weather should match the stu- dents’ outlook as their high school days came to a close. Although several seniors were ab- sent from school to compete in the district track and golf meets, those re- maining seemed to enjoy the lunch. According to Mrs. Janet O’Hanlon, food service director, the annual lunch is the cafeteria staff’s way of thanking the graduating seniors for their help and cooperation throughout their years at BHS. As underclassmen dined on hot- dogs, hamburgers and cold cuts, the seniors feasted on slices of roast beef with mashed potatoes and gravy. While eating the lunch, the air was filled with thoughts and ideas about what would be done after graduation day. Senior Jay Plugge stated, “This is a good way to end a school year, eating outside where everyone would like to be!” Following their lunch, most seniors remained outside, playing with fris- bees, hackey-sacks or just relaxing in the sunshine. With the underclassmen eating in the cafeteria, seniors enjoy the spring sunshine during their lunch on the patio. Filling their plates for one final time, the seniors prepare for their lunch on the patio. The lunch was given to honor the graduates and to thank them for their years of cooperation. 96 - Seniors Senior Class officers. Treasurer Kim Schref- fler, president Kelly Ryan, secretary Kathy Gleeson and vice president Heidi Reyzllk. Senior Class Officers Angela Andersen Cherie Anderson Michael Anderson Michael Andreasen Kathleen Bagby Gregory Beebe Layne Beemer Joy Blazek Jason Bolton Kevin Bonney Seniors - 96A Major colleges recruit, sign Kruse, Ryan Janet Kruse and Kelly Ryan, two of Blair’s top athletes, signed with major colleges this winter. Janet signed with the University of Nebraska at Lincoln where she plans to continue her volleyball career on the Division I level. Janet said, “I hope to get as much playing time as possible. It’s possible that if I play an outside hitter I’ll get more playing time since there are fewer players in that position (as op- posed to middle blocker).” Though Janet is eager to begin the season next year, she is also an- “It’s possible that if I play an outside hitter I’ll get more playing time since there are fewer players in that position. ” Janet Kruse Having signed Intent to play volleyball for the Nebraska Cornhuskers, senior Janet Kruse (left), an all-stater, and coach Laurel Derry look at the letter of Intent. Senior football standout Kelly Ryan signs his letter of Intent to play at the University of Nebraska at Omaha while Coach Mike Lehl (left) and his parents, Mr. and Mrs. Jim Ryan, watch. 96B - Seniors ticipating meeting new people and traveling. “I’m really excited for the season to start, along with meeting all kinds of new people,” she said, “traveling all over is something I’m anxiously anticipating.” Kelly signed with the University of Nebraska at Omaha where he will join former Blair High graduate Dan Sel- lon, who is currently a quarterback on the Maverick squad. UNO, a Division II school, plans to redshirt Kelly his first year which is all right with him. “The field I plan to major in takes five years,” he noted. “Plus, I think that extra year of playing football will help me in my senior year. Kelly plans to settle in his freshman year in college. “I want to get used to their football program, gain some weight and speed,” he said. “Most of all I need to establish myself as a stu- dent athlete and prove to the coaches that I earned the scholarship they gave me.” Blair Boquet Melissa Brandenburg Chad Brenneis Tina Brewer Melissia Brickey Carrie Bro Derek Brummer Jennifer Bruun Lynnea Buckingham Kimberly Bunten Kelly Burns Douglas Carlsen Christopher Cerio Kevin Clapper Jolie Clark Karen Clements Nicholas Cordle Andrew Coulter Susan Craig Noal Curley Jobi Drefs Michelle Edwards Karina Epperson Dennis Fenderson Lee Ferry Justin Flynn Suzanne Foley Scott Fox Suzette Gammel Regale Gibson Seniors - 96C Kathryn Gleeson Jeffrey Grimit Patrict Halligan Amie Jo Hansen Scott Hansen Craig Hanson Cynthia Heiman Bobbie Hollingshead Shawn Hovendick James Hultberg Andrea Johnson Jennifer Johnson DeWayne Kalin Matthew Kehm Janet Kruse Lisa Larsen Brian Lautrup Steve Lemon Lisa Lund Matthew Mackie Beth Martin Charles Martis III Misty McAlhaney Penny McIntosh Christopher Morfeld Julia Nebrigich Heather Neff Jeffrey Nelsen 96D - Seniors Students name Kelly, Janet Royal Couple Homecoming Court. Suzette Gammel, Eric Otte, Kim Schreffler, Craig Hanson, crownbearer Eric Wulf, Queen Janet Kruse, King Kelly Ryan, crownbearer Bridget Campbell, Layne Beemer, Heidi Reyzlik, Scott Fox, Kathy Gleeson, Marty Uitts and Wendy Roberts. Tim Nockels Faith Norwood Kristin Olsen Craig Olson Jeff Olson Eric Otte David Paulsen Pauline Pechnik Steven Petersen Anastasia Peterson Stephen Picton Lyle Pille Jay Plugge Rebecca Porter David Putnam Joel Rabe Heidi Reyzlik From age 10, Otte works at Gymnastics Despite the fact that gymnastics was not a school-sponsored sport, senior Eric Otte had no problem find- ing competition in the sport. As a gymnast, Eric started practic- ing at the age of 10 with Phil Cahoy, Sr., in Omaha. A year later, he found himself competing. Since then, he has competed statewide, consistent- ly finishing in the top five at state. “As I got older,” he stated, “I start- ed to compete within a larger area.” Including state competition, Eric has attended numerous regional champi- onships in Wisconsin, Iowa and Min- nesota. He has also qualified twice for nationals. Throughout the school year, Eric devoted a lot of time to his chosen sport. His main workout nights at the Cahoy gym were Monday through Thursday from 6-10 p.m. with added workouts varying throughout the week. With his devotion to gymnastics, Eric found himself unable to partici- pate in interscholastic sports. “I al- ways wanted to go out for other sports,” Eric stated, “but I never had the time.” Strength and grace are demonstrated by senior Eric Otte as he works on the pom- mel horse. Eric spent 4 hours most nights at the gym In Omaha, working under the direction of Phil Cahoy, Sr. 96F - Seniors Frozen atop the bar by the camera, Eric at- tempts to perfect his routine in practice. Richard Riley Wendy Roberts Victor Roesler Steven Rogge Theresa Rosterman Kelly Ryan Kimberly Schreffler Jay Sharp Brian Shearman Sheryl Shuster Working on the parallel bars, Eric uses arm and leg strength to maintain good form. Doing a full handstand on the parallel bars, Eric points his toes for full body extension. Seniors - 96G Candace Smith Kim Smith Pamela Smith Ronald Sorensen Donnie Sprau Stacy Springer Susan Stender Ann Stratbucker John Stratman Michael Suverkrubbe Peter Svendgard Christine Swanson Stephanie Szawicki Anne Taylor Ramona Thallas Curtis Thomas Robert Torrance Marty Uitts Vincent Ward Amber Watson Kurt Weinfurtner Timothy Wenz Timothy Wiese Marlee Wohlers Frank Wolff Valerie Woodhull Victor Wooldridge Rebecca Wrightson Mark Wulf John Zolck Not Pictured: Clark Anderson Tim Cape Jeff Lemen Tedi Mason Aaron Mays Jerry Waring Graduation receptions, field parties Help Seniors Celebrate Parties were a big part of the seniors’ final memories of BHS. Graduation and celebrating went hand in hand. Many students attended parties at their own houses, changed clothes, then headed off to a party with many of their friends. The Class of ’88 held a senior party in a field the Thursday they got out of school. Approximately 60-70 stu- dents attended the cookout. Steaks, hamburgers and hotdogs were all fixed around the bonfire. The bonfire and a few generators provided light under the dark sky. Commencement exercises were held for two special education stu- dents. Linda Ashmore and Paul Christ received their diplomas from Dave Kaslon, director of special services. A reception was given after the ceremony by Mrs. Denise Harrison, special education teacher, and para- professionals Marsha Stier and Deb- orah Katt. Many guests attended, in- cluding members of the Blair Board of Education, ENCOR staff and other school employees. Graduation receptions were held throughout the day of commence- ment exercises. Some students held their receptions before the ceremo- nies with a brunch or luncheon. Others opted for the traditional recep- tions following graduation. Many car- ried into the night. The hours didn’t seem to matter to the graduates. Most of them slept in the next morning. For underclass- men, however, the story was a bit different. With classes still in session, most crawled out of bed and dragged themselves to school. Seniors and their friends gather for a lunch at Layne Beemer's home. While Layne and several other students chose a pre-com- mencement ceremony, most chose the traditional post-graduation reception. Dave Kaslon, director of special services, and Mrs. Deborah Katt, para-professional, present Linda Ashmore her diploma. The special reception for Linda and Paul Christ was held at the Jackson Street TMH Center. Seniors - 97 Junior Class Officers Alex Abariotes John Adkins Scott Andersen Kerianne Andreasen Carrie Babcock Taraisa Barker Lorainne Bazer Jeannie Bennett Michael Bensen Tammy Benson Patrick Betts Brett Bock Karen Borcherding George Bower Berwin Brezina Elizabeth Buckingham Bruce Camden Tracy Camden Merry Campbell Terri Campbell Tricia Campbell Trent Carmichael Shauna Carritt Marlon Cates Ronda Christensen Jason Christiansen Dale Clark Susan Combs Bret Comstock Laura Coulter Preston Cowing Julie Creevan Eugene Deters Suzanne Edgell William Ekeler Wallace Fitch 98 - Juniors Junior Class Officers: Alex Abariotes, presi- dent; Adam Riddle, vice president; Becky Vinton, secretary; and Trent Carmichael, treasurer. David Fox Andrew Frahm David Gaver Gina Gilmore Jeffrey Goeken Keri Golden Gary Green Karl Grinbergs Sean Grover Brett Gunderson Anthony Hansen Bradley Hansen Eric Hansen Halie Hansen Terry Hansen James Hearn Christine Heimann Amy Heinrich Elizabeth Hill Todd Hipnar Jamison J. Ihrke Barbara Iske Mark Jensen Jean Jensen Juniors - 99 Jason Jorgensen Julia Jorgensen Kimberly Jorgensen Denise Kastrup Dawn Kelley Joseph Kennedy Jason Kesling Christopher Keyser David King Tyler Klanderud Corey Kneifl Ann Krogh Jennifer Kros Kristine Kubie Lowell Kubie Terry Larson Donnette Lautrup Adam Lippincott Julie Lippincott Julie Luby Kari Lunde Matthew Lunn Melissa Lyons Staci Makinen Chad Mann Corey Mann Terri Martin Matthew Mathiesen Norman Mays Scott McKain Kellie McIntyre Sheryl Metz Shannon Nebrigich Steven Nockels Jerald Norton Crystal Novak 100 - Juniors Recycling Campaign Successful, State’s Wildlife Benefits Taking advantage of increased prices for recycled newspapers and aluminum, students in Roger Hohen- see’s Wildlife classes conducted their annual paper and aluminum can drive. Held March 19, the drive marked the tenth year that the classes have sponsored the fundraiser. Money from the drive was donated to the Nebraska Game and Parks Commis- sion. The funds are used by the Com- mission to maintain and improve wildlife habitat across the state. This year’s drive proved to be the most financially successful one yet. The class was paid $30 a ton for the newspapers and earned 45 cents a pound for the aluminum cans. “I’m very pleased with the totals from this year and the community support we have gained over the years.” The class gathered over 21 tons of paper and over 200 pounds of alumi- num cans. They received $635 for the paper and $90 for the cans. Over the 10-year period the Wild- life has donated proceeds from the drive, they have contributed over $5,300. Junior Clint Short, a class member who helped with the drive, said, “I’ve given money to the Game Commission before, and I enjoyed helping raise more money this year.” Wildlife Instructor Roger Hohensee helps junior Elizabeth Buckingham Into a truck to unload paper for the class’ annual drive. Junior Rhonda Christensen helps load newspaper bundles onto the trailer. The students’ work will result in better wildlife habitat in Washington County. i f i Juniors - 101 U2, with ‘Joshua Tree,’ becomes Premier Rock Band 1988 saw the break-out of several fringe bands such as REM and INXS but by far the biggest event was the explosion in popularity of U2. With the release of their album, The Joshua Tree, U2 has become the pre- mier rock band of the Eighties. “U2’s music really comes from the heart. They really express what they feel about the world,” said senior Matt Mackie. This year also saw the return of several established artists like George Harrison (Beatles), John Cougar Mel- lancamp, Bruce Springsteen and Robert Plant (Led Zepplin). After a four-year break, Def Leppard returned to the charts with their successful al- bum Hysteria. Along with Def Leppard many other heavy metal bands rose in popularity in 1988. Among the most successful were Whitesnake, Guns n’ Roses, AC DC and Metallica. “Heavy metal is the best music to listen to when I’m driving around,” commented senior Steve Petersen. George Michael’s Faith was one of i the most accomplished pop albums of the year. It was also a year that saw the debut of such artists as Debbie Gibson and Tiffany along with the break up of the Cars. But many students dislike the blandness of pop music. “I hate Top 40 music,” stated junior Kim Jorgen- sen, “because it’s mindless and all sounds the same.” Soundtracks continued their popularity through the year. Some of the favorites included the Lost Boys, Dirty Dancing, and La Bamba. Some of the most popular compact discs of the year included George Michael’s “Faith,” the soundtracks to “Dirty Dancing” and “La Bamba,” Sting’s “Nothing Like the Sun, Blow Up Your Video” by AC DC, and Def Leppard's “Hysterria. CD’s were a popular alternative to albums and cassettes in 1988. Junior Leslie Osborne examines the newest records at Pamida’s record department. Record collecting is a favorite of many BHS students. 102 - Juniors James Noyes Anthony Onnen Jolene Opfer Leslie Osborn David Otte Jennifer Palmer Euleta Patrick Susan Patterson Stacy Pearson Jennifer Pechnik Lori Penry Scott Petersen Jodee Pleskac Thomas Rahlfs Cheri Rathjen Susan Read Tamitha Richardson Adam Riddle Donavon Roach Heather Roberts Robert Robinson David Ryan Mary Sarnowski Gary Scherrer Kimberly Schneider Tiffany Schoville Clinton Short Kari Simpson Lori Smith Michaela Smith Nathan Smith Wendy Smith Jamie Steffen Angela Stevens Brady Svendgard Shane Thallas Juniors - 103 Angela Timperley Tina Travis Peggy Uehling Jason VanScoy Elizabeth Vercruysse Rebecca Vinton Traci Vondra Edward Watts David Webster Scott Wedel Kyle Wederquist Catherine Weeks John Widtfeldt Andrea Wilson Ronald Wolff Brenda Woodhull Bridgette Woodring Dawn Wooldridge Barbara Wrightson Michael Wulf Douglas Zadow Not Pictured: Philip Hatton Stephanie Sonderup Jeremy Wenz 104 - Juniors Senior Mike Andreasen and junior Eric Han- sen look at a program during a break at the state DECA convention, trying to decide what session to attend. ‘Valid opportunity to miss classes’ Glass Field Trips Field trips, one of the few accepta- ble breaks for students from their studies at Blair High, not only are educational, but they also take off a little of the pressure on students in what can become a long year. “Field trips provide a valid oppor- tunity to miss classes and expand our learning capabilities,” said senior Vince Ward. Students enhanced their learning on many different field trips, whether it was the juniors selected for County Government Day looking at govern- ment up close, or the Wildlife class visiting the Ak-Sar-Ben Aquarium and seeing the animals they studied in their textbooks. Junior Brady Svendgard likes field trips because they “give you a chance to do something out of the ordinary.” “It’s a whole different way of learn- ing about something,” said Leslie Osborne, a junior. “When teachers or- ganize a trip that can get the students involved, the field trip can be quite an educating experience.” But how is the field trip anymore valuable than learning done in class? “It gives you the chance to educate yourself outside of the classroom,” answered junior Amy Heinrich. Although most students indicated they liked field trips, there was no consensus on what was the favorite. Senior Steve Lemon said, “The best field trip was Advanced Biology’s to the Nebraska Med Center.” However, Kim Jorgensen, a junior, felt the best field trips were the ones taken in Honors English. “English 10H field trips were most memora- ble,” she said, “because they gave us a chance to lose ourselves in the UNO library, experience fine plays, and fine food.” Senior Mike Andreasen felt the DECA Convention was best “be- cause you get to meet a lot of interest- ing people. No matter which field trips were the favorites or why students liked them, they remained vital to Blair High because they introduced a whole new way to learn aside from textbooks. Sophomore Julie Nelson hops on the bus for the sophomores' field trip to Omaha. Sophomores Aaron Svendgard, Bill Warden, Mike McKinnis and Chris Bilau check out the fountain during intermission of a play at the Joslyn Art Museum. Sophomores took a field trip to the Joslyn in March. Juniors - 105 Sophomore Class Officers 106 - Sophomores Sophomore Class Officers: Cyndi Wright- son, president; Jason Combs, vice presi- dent; Jodi Kruse, secretary; and Nate Funk, treasurer. Kent Biffar Christopher Bilau Michael Bro Lans Brown Connie Buckner Tracey Carson Kenneth Champoux Jennifer Christensen Berit Christopherson Timothy Churchill Diane Clapper Kenneth Clark Bradley Abbott Carrie Aman Michael Anderson Nicole Anderson Jennifer Baird John Baker Elizabeth Clary Jerry Clift Jason Combs Michael Comstock Rhonda Cooney Thomas Cordle Tami Cowan Michelle Crogan Linette Darnel Janae David Brian Dayley Meredith Dickerson Karin Dierks Michael Ekeler Joseph Ellis Sherri Ellis Amy Eppley Christine Erickson Christopher Erickson Zachary Erickson Larry Fors Joel Fredericksen Nathan Funk Eric Gamble Heather Gibson Tina Gossard Heather Hansen Kelli Hansen Jill Hardy Mark Harper Loretta Harris Mary Heimann Shad Hemminger Kristen Hibbs Amy Hicks Timothy Hill Sophomores - 107 James Hiller Kimberly Hineline Julianne Hoefler Lauri Hoxsie Gregory Huff Pamela Jaworski Tammie Jensen Steven Johnson Jason Jones Holly Kerstetter Kent Kingston Amy Kirk Brandon Klanderud Matthew Knight Jodi Kruse Lisa Kruse Aaron Kuipers Chad Larsen Michelle Leonard Marny Mahony Kari Mathiesen Travis Matzen Mark Mazour Michelle McAvin Tracy McKee Michael McKinnis Amy Metzler Tonya Miller Patty Navrude Julie Nelson Kirstine Nelson Dawn Nollen Robert Noyes Jessica Olsen Scott Osborn Clayton Paulsen 108 - Sophomores ‘Family Ties’ among students’ Favorite TV Shows When there was nothing to do dur- ing the day or night, the good old tube, or television, always provided students plenty of entertainment. Situation comedies were among the most popular. “The Cosby Show,” the most watched program in Ameri- ca, brought a smile to students and NBC, as that network won the yearly ratings war. “Alf,” a comedy about an alien living on earth, also reigned with other shows. Other comedies featured Kirk Cameron and Micheal J. Fox, who starred in “Growing Pains” and “Family Ties” respectively. Both pro- grams starred the teen idols in roles similar to problems and scenes stu- dents could relate with. “They’re (sitcoms) fun because I can always understand them and they always get me in a good mood,” noted senior Karen Clements. Prime time was not the only time slot to show popular shows. Syndica- tion networks showed reruns of such favorites as “MASH, “Cheers,” and “Family Ties” often after or before the hours of 7-10 p.m. Also getting air time were the ever- famous game shows. Pat Sajak and Vanna White sparked Wheel of For- tune” while “Jeopardy’s” intriguing questions kept its ratings soaring. For those who wanted to pull an all- nighter, “Late Night with David Letter- man” always was there. Shown dur- ing after prime time hours, Letterman, the host, did the out-of-the-ordinary, often providing more entertainment than shows in the early evening. The cast of Family Ties” is made up of Michael J. Fox, Justine Bateman, Brian Bon- sall (front), Michael Gross, Meredith Baxter Birney and Tina Yothers. Elections, fires make local Headline News Voters approving the bond issue to replace Central School was one of the big stories in the community. The March special election saw 75 per- cent of the voters giving their approval to build a new middle school at an es- timated cost of $4,050,000. The issue passed in every precinct. Major fires also made the head- lines. A late winter fire completely destroyed the home of the Frank Wolff family. All possessions of the family, which includes senior Matt, junior Jay and seventh grader Steve, were lost. Another major fire leveled the Visitors at Central School saw this and other examples of deterioration during tours that were given throughout the year. Sagging floors and crumbling walls indicated a need to build a new facility and the voters responded. A late night fire at the Husker Bowl caused an estimated $1 million of damages. The 12-lane bowling alley was completely de- stroyed; owner Marilyn Novak said she plans to rebuild. Husker Bowl. The early spring fire was blamed on an overheated belt on a pin setter. The loss was estimated at $1 million. Owner Marilyn Novak in- dicated that she planned to rebuild. The May 10 primary election was an important one, especially for Nebraska Republicans who had to choose between popular Congress- man Hal Daub and Senator David Karnes for the Senate nomination. The senator, who was appointed to the position a year earlier following the death of Ed Zorinsky, defeated Daub and will face Bob Kerrey this fall. The popular former governor eas- ily won the Democratic nomination. Nebraska voters also followed the trend established in earlier primaries when they chose Democrat Michael Dukakis and Republican George Bush in the presidential primary. Elsewhere, Omaha and the entire state mourned the death of Omaha’s Mayor Bernie Simon. The mayor, who fought cancer for the past year, was admired for his courage. His death resulted in City Councilman Walt Calinger winning the council’s special election to complete Simon’s term as mayor. 110 - Sophomores Robert Paulsen Mark Pemberton Paula Penry Dean Pierce James Polzin Matthew Ramspott Richard Ray Katherine Richardson Scott Rogers Suzanne Rogert Heidi Rogge Anthony Rosterman Danette Runyon Michelle Ryan Laurie Schaefer Kyle Schnoor Jill Schreffler Nicholas Schroeder Jason Sheardown Paula Shearer Clark Shumake Louis Smetana Kimberly Smith Christopher Sorensen Mary Sorensen Julie Starman James Stephens Jamie Steward Philip Stoddard Jeanne Surls Aaron Svendgard Jeffrey Sweezey Rebecca Taylor Jini Thiede Alan Thompson Randall Thompson Sophomores - 111 Sophs: a lot of work goes into Term Papers Term papers, long a staple of the tenth grade English curriculum, con- tinued to be one of the most impor- tant tasks of the sophomore year. Although most students agreed that the term paper was hard work, the opinions varied on the importance of the lengthy composition. “It’s worth the work because I know it’ll be of value in other things I do later in my life,” commented Bill Warden. Marney Mahoney’s opinion differed on the mandatory sophomore assign- ment. “I see no benefit in term papers. They are totally useless,” she said. Despite the opposing views of the students, Mrs. Karen Grinberg, En- glish 10 and Honors English teacher, saw many merits in the writing of a term paper. “The main value is that it helps people to learn how to research more easily, to be independent research- ers,” she said. Mrs. Grinberg also saw better or- ganization of thoughts and helping students to think as other benefits of the term paper experience. The students spent many hours of hard work in a variety of topics rang- ing from emotional, as in stress anal- ysis, to the physical, as in a study of UFOs. Mrs. Grinberg and fellow English 10 teacher Jean Hundtoft were involved in intense work during the weeks spent on term papers. Mrs. Grinberg estimated that she spent 200 hours reading note cards and another four weeks with home appointments. Up to six hours of individual work was given each student. A week and a half was spent on the final readings of the papers. And despite all the hard work on the part of both the student and teacher, the term paper experience can be quite advantageous, says Mike Comstock, “I love doing term papers and they’ll help me in any- thing I do.” Stacy Thompson Kevin Thorpe Scott Toelke Ryan Travaille Traci Travis Sue Trumble Peggy Wachowicz Rachel Warbington William Warden Sheila West Susan Wiese Jason Williby Donna Woodhull Cynthia Wrightson Dennis Zolck Not Pictured: Sheri Broilette Tania Leonard Trina Ward 112 - Sophomores Sophomore Keri Mathiesen works in Dana College’s library, searching for sources for her term paper. Students spend a lot of time at both the Dana and UNO libraries. English 10 teacher Jean Hundtoft discusses a point with Amy Kirk in regard to the sopho- more’s term paper. Students and their teachers spent many hours in the computer room working on the project. Sophomores Michelle Crogan and Rachel Warbington work at the computer on their term papers. Many students considered computers essential to the writing of their term papers. Sophomores - 113 Jodi Andersen Ryan Anderson Andrew Andreasen Andy Arnold Tina Arsenault Andrew Autenrieth Janet Bacon Jennifer Bacon Jack Bennett Sheila Boudreau Carrie Brenneis Waylon Brickey Denna Brown Craig Burns Bryan Busskohl Monica Carstens Julie Champoux Michelle Christensen Amanda Clarke Shawn Cooper Kevin Creevan Konda Deemer Robert Deklavs Tony Dillow Trevore Dunn Scott Edgell Darin Ellis Lori Engelke Sarah Eppley Marion Everhart Kenneth Farrens Tracy Fitchhorn Rodney Fuhlrodt Jay Gitter Dale Hansen Troy Hartvigsen 114 - Freshmen Freshman Class Officers Freshman Class Officers: Tony Little, presi- dent; Lisa Trolson, vice president; Sheri Seburg, secretary; and Tawnya Roberts, treasurer. Joseph Hearn Jennifer Hindley Robert Hogenmiller Emily Horn Roxann Jelinski Ginger Jensen Tracie Jensen Joseph Jensen Terry Johnson Tracy Johnson Joel Jorgensen Mary Kaiser Joseph Kehm Randy Keller Ricky Keller Patrick Kelley Shane King Chad Kjeldgaard Freshmen - 115 1 SEVERNAYA O 2XMIYA Jc j.svnREUH rv a� Wiv.; 'SEA Of HANOTS ! 1 SOCIALIST RFPl'NLIOi E'linoK •■� A WlM'OllL . oia£ - , MTKD ST! j a r a n '%PtdRulro ufr ryi-its YVAMOTV aa. X F C '““V THE WORLD MERCATOR E 0;ECTI0S Central American hot spots Make World News General Manuel Noriega, U.S. troops in Honduras. The Persian Gulf. The Presidential Primaries. These were some of the major events that took place throughout the past year. The crisis developed in Panama when Noriega ousted Eric Arturo Devalle, the man recognized by the United States as the true Panamanian president. Later, the U.S. indicted Noriega on drug trafficking charges and placed economic pressure on Panama in an attempt to force him from power. Despite pressure from home and America, Noriega continued to hang on to power, thus earning the nick- name Strongman Noriega. Panama wasn’t the only Central American country that received U.S. attention. In April, American troops were sent to Honduras for 10 days fol- lowing rumors that Nicaragua had crossed the border into Honduras. President Reagan was “deeply disap- pointed” when Congress shot down his $36.2 million aid package for the Contra Rebels in Nicaragua. American involvement in the Per- sian Gulf increased. The U.S. found mines in the gulf believed to have been placed by Iran. When a mine ex- ploded and damaged an American ship in April, the U.S. was quick to retaliate against the Iranians. Closer to home, news of the Presi- dential primaries were constantly fill- ing the airways. Although Rep. Rich- ard Gephart of Missouri and Sen. Robert Dole of Kansas won the Dem- ocratic and Republican caucuses, respectively, in Iowa, both bowed out later in the race. As summer ap- proached, it became increasingly ob- vious that Massachusetts Governor Michael Dukakis and Vice President George Bush would meet in the gen- eral election. 116 - Freshmen Kyle Kramer Michael Labs Tony Lantry Robert Larsen Christina LeCompte Tony Little Kimberley Lorentzen Matthew Lorentzen Melinda Lyons Michael Mai Tony Mai John Mann Keith Matzen Christopher McAvin Ruth McGuire Krista McKain Heather Mencke Lynda Meyer Kari Morris James Morrow Carla Nath Michael Newell John Nielsen Anna Niziolek Traci Novak Megan O’Hanlon Christopher Pechnik Mollie Pechnik Janell Pemberton Terrance Perfect Freshmen - 117 Eric Peters Amy Peterson Victoria Phillips Jason Pierce Loring Pike Elizabeth Rahlfs Ryan Rempel Dawn Renard Susan Rennerfeldt Florian Reyda Preston Ricker Karen Riley Jason Roberts Julie Roberts Tawnya Roberts Travis Roesler R.J. Ryan Robyn Sass Vincent Saverino Donald Schmidt Christopher Schroeder Jeffery Schutt Sheri Seburg Slade Sharp Loran Smith Bethany Snover Gail Sonderup Davina Spafford Holly Stevens Jay Stewart Brent Stirek Timothy Stoddard Melissa Stratman Melinda Suverkrubbe Mitchell Swanson 118 - Freshmen Oscar for best picture goes to The Last Emperor Bernardo Betolucci’s The Last Emperor” was the big winner of the 60th annual Academy Awards. Named the year’s best picture, it grabbed nine Oscars, including one for director Bertolucci. Despite a strike of the writers guild, the awards presentation went on with, perhaps, a few more ad libs than would normally be expected. Host Chevy Chase was his irreverent self and he set the stage for the evening with his greeting: “Good evening, Hollywood phonies.” One of the more interesting win- ners was 56-year-old Olympia Dukakis, who was named best ac- tress for her role of Rose Castorini, Cher's mother in “Moonstruck.” The cousin of presidential hopeful Michael Dukakis, Olympia held her Oscar aloft and yelled, “Okay, Michael, let’s go!” Cher joined Olympia in the Oscar parade, winning the best actress award for her portrayal of Loretta in the same movie. The best actor award went to Michael Douglas (“Wall Street”) while Sean Connery won the best supporting actor award (“The Untouchables”). Ocsar winners weren’t the only big films of the year, however. Two of the biggest money-makers were the sum- mer releases “Rambo III” and “‘Crocodile’ Dundee II.” According to Mrs. Kolleen McKee of Pick-a-Show Video, the top rental title of the year at the Blair store was “Dirty Dancing.” Other titles listed in order of popularity were “Platoon,” “Harry and the Hendersons, “Lethal Weapon” and “‘Crocodile’ Dundee.” Top Oscar Winners Picture “The Last Emperor” Actress Cher, “Moonstruck” Actor Michael Douglas, “Wall Street” Supporting Actress Olympia Dukakis, “Moonstruck” Supporting Actor Sean Connery, “The Untouchables” Director Bernardo Betolucci, “The Last Emperor” Original Song “(I’ve Had) the Time of My Life,” from “Dirty Dancing” Freshmen - 119 Because ‘they listen,’ pets as Close Friends Fish, cats, dogs, birds and many other animals can be found to be pretty close friends to high school teenagers. “I like my two dogs be- cause when nobody else is around I can talk to them and they listen,” commented junior Staci Makinen. Though a pet may be a big respon- sibility many teenagers are trusted to feed, wash and play with their pets. Pets have many necessities and usually the teen owner is expected to provide help. By giving the animal ex- ercise, cleaning the pet or even feed- ing them, they become closer to their pets. “My cat gives me responsibility be- cause I have to feed it everyday and also clean its litter box,” stated junior Ann Krogh. Having a pet has its advantages. Usually a companion isn’t too hard to find in a pet and pets are pretty loyal. They provide a shoulder to lean on,” said Staci. “If I didn’t have my fish I’d be bored because I always talk to them.” A large variety of animals are owned by high schoolers including the most popular dogs and cats. “At some point of life everyone should own some kind of pet,” stated Rachel Warbington. Junior Cary Swanson holds his pet rabbit. Cary, who enrolled at BHS second semester, also owns many other pets, including ducks and peacocks. Jodee Pleskac, a junior, plays with her cat. Cats and dogs are the two most popular pets among high school students. 120 - Freshmen Shawna Tierney John Timm Keri Trolson Lisa Trolson Molly Vinton Kelli Vondra Scott Wacker Markee Warrick Kevin Welch Kirsten Whitaker Steven Wiese Evenstar Willadsen Jason Willmott Lauri Wooley Vicki Wooley Junior Bridgette Woodring talks to her dog, Harry. The cocker spaniel was 3 weeks old when she received him as a Christmas gift. Freshmen - 121 Joseph Anderson English, Drama Drama Club sponsor Freshman Class sponsor Robert Bair English, Journalism Publications advisor Junior Class sponsor Bonnie Blazek Business Lu Brown English Tami Brundage Special Education Scott Buchanan Science Steve Callaghan Social Studies Cross Country Dave Carlsen Vocal Music Wilbur Clements Math Glenn Coates Science Kathy Conety Physical Education Health Gayln Delimont Home Economics FHA sponsor Dennis Dolliver Social Studies Girls Basketball Lynn Edgell English Junior High Yearbook Junior High Student Council Science teacher Ray Ruzicka serves as the official scorer for home boys basketball games. Mr. Ruzicka also travels to away games to keep the book for the team. Wearing a different hat, band director Eric Fahrlander joins the pep band at a home basketball game. Student directors allow Mr. Fahrlander a chance to perform. 122 - Faculty Majority of teachers involved in Extracurricular Jobs For teachers, the day is not neces- sarily over at 3:25. Many, like their stu- dents, are involved in the school’s extracurricular activities. Whether it be sponsoring one of the many clubs at the high school, coaching in the school’s athletic program, teachers are always lending a helping hand in the various activities of Blair High. Over half of the teaching staff was involved in the sponsoring of the clubs. The clubs spanned a variety of interests, including anything from FBLA to Art Club. Mrs. Lisa Smith, who is a sponsor of both Science Club and Pep Club, said she likes being involved in ex- tracurricular activities. She said, “I enjoy working with the students in other areas outside of the classroom.” Forensics sponsor Dawn Nielsen said she participates because she likes the activity and likes working with the talented students. Forty-five per cent of the teachers also coach at some level of compe- tition. Mr. Bob Bair, who coached junior high intramural sports and sponsored the Junior Class and the school press publications, estimated he spends up to 200 hours a year in extracurricular activities. Furthermore, Mrs. Roxanne Royster said that the fundraising for French Club trips involved many hours of after-school work. The work of the teachers did not go unappreciated. “They do an out- standing job, and are a really big help with all our activities,” said junior Steve Nockels. Mr. Paul Kolb congratulates Student Coun- cil officers Janet Kruse, Craig Hanson and ________________ Scott Fox. Mr. Kolb is the sponsor of Stu- dent Council. Faculty - 123 Eric Fahrlander Instrumental Music Terry Gregory Business DECA sponsor Karen Grinberg English Bear Tales advisor Roger Hohensee Science Carroll Huff Social Studies Senior Class sponsor Wrestling Jean Hundtoft English Carol Ihrke Math Chuck Jorgensen Math Cindy Kauk Junior High Music Paul Kolb Social Studies Student Council sponsor Susan Lash English Jane Lemon Business Robert Limbach Vocational Education Helen Macholan Business FBLA sponsor 124 - Faculty A local clothing store provides Mrs. Susan Lash, English teacher, with one of her favorite pastimes, shopping. Enjoying the summer sun and vacation, Mrs. Peggy Dolliver, office secretary, and Mrs. Rose Ruzicka, physical education teacher, take a boat ride on the Missouri River. They were among a group of teachers who boated up the river to camp overnight near Ponca State Park. Like students, teachers enjoy Leisure Activities Biking. Skiing. Shopping. They all sound like responses you would get if you asked your friends what they were going to do over the weekend or during a vacation. These answers, however, were given by members of the Blair High faculty. “I like to sit in an Arizona jacuzzi and just relax,” was the response given by social studies teacher Steve Callaghan. Many faculty members spend their winter months doing such things as reading, bowling and cross-stitching. Other indoor activities include play- ing chess, playing with their children and just plain relaxing in front of the television. However, when the weather gets warm, most teachers, as biology in- structor Scott Buchanan put it, like to do “anything outdoors as long as it’s nice. A few warm weather activities of the faculty are golfing, fishing, boat- ing and swimming. You might also find a few teachers motorcycle riding or camping. With a few exceptions, the things that teachers do during their leisure time are some of the same things that the students do during theirs. Seining for minnows, social studies teacher Dennis Doiliver and physical education teacher Dennis Sellon pull the net through the backwaters of the Missouri. Fishing, boating and water sports were all popular with many teachers. With much of her completed work hanging before her, Mrs. Jeanne Stark, Spanish teacher, sews on her quilt. This leisure ac- tivity provides Mrs. Stark with hours of pleasure and material rewards. Faculty - 125 Dawn Nielsen English, Declamatory Freshman Class sponsor Pat Olson Business Pam Ongley Math Harold Ortmeier Vocational Education Annette Ott Math PomPon Squad sponsor Brent Peterson Math Luann Richardson English Ken Rohwer Math Roxanne Royster French French Club sponsor Art Club sponsor Ray Ruzicka Science Rose Ruzicka Physical Education Gary Seevers Physical Education Thelma Seevers Librarian FPSA sponsor Dennis Sellon Physical Education Health, B-Club sponsor Boys Track 126 - Faculty As the hot air builds up in the balloon, Gene Baumert checks out the flame. Moments later Baumert, the pilot and balloon lifted from the school yard enroute to Herman. Mr. B enjoys a ride in the back of a conver- tible during the Homecoming parade. He and Mrs. Jean Hundtoft were named Mr. and Mrs. Enthusiasm during Homecoming week. With them are Eric Wulf and Bridgette Campbell, crown bearers for the coronation. ‘Having helped us to grow . . Mr. B Calls It Quits “He had a great impact on all of our lives,” commented junior Dave Fox on retired assistant principal Gene Bau- mert. “He helped us all to grow and mature.” Mr. Baumert started at Blair High in 1950, teaching social studies and coaching junior high. Last spring, af- ter 37 years in education, Mr. B retired. Of all the things he left behind, Mr. B stated that it would be “the hubbub of a normal school day” that he would probably miss the most. There were some things he wouldn’t miss, however, he confided. For in- stance, “wearing a goofy tie and hear- ing the alarm clock” are two things Mr. Baumert said he wouldn’t have to deal with any more. Students indicated that they will miss Mr. B’s presence. “I’m glad that he will be leaving with our class (and not before),” said senior Matt Kehm. “Future classes will suffer without him.” Mr. Baumert’s colleagues honored him with a dinner reception in the spring. In addition, students and faculty joined together to present Mr. B with a farewell pep rally in May. “We’ll really miss Mr. Baumert’s de- pendability and his loyalty to the school,” said Principal Steve Shana- han. He’s a super person.” Mr. Baumert admitted he might miss some things. “I would say that I’m going to miss the students,” he admitted. “But I’m not too sure about that,” he jokingly added. Assistant principal Gene Baumert shares a joke with former Blair High principal Eart Pace at a banquet held In honor of Mr. B’s retirement. In the foreground is his daughter, Christy. Donning a chef’s hat and apron, Mr. Baumert dishes up food to teachers on Teacher Appreciation Day. On this special day, held annually at BHS, administrators treat teachers to breakfast. Faculty - 127 Dale Smith Vocational Education Boys Basketball Lisa Smith Science Science Club Elizabeth Smith Special Education Edith Solomon Home Economics NHS sponsor Sophomore sponsor Jeanne Stark Spanish Spanish Club PomPon Squad sponsor Roger Stender Social Studies Sue Taylor Special Education Fred Teach Vocational Education Richard Trolson Art Donna Tucker Social Studies Jim VanCleave Art Don Wallace Agri-business FFA sponsor Terri Weeces Science Rebecca Wulf English 128 - Faculty Volleyball coach Laurel Derry heads down- court with pressure from a KETV staff mem- ber. Mrs. Derry, who played varsity basketball for the Lady Bears in the Seven- ties, started for the Blair team. Mr. Dale Smith grabs a rebound as KETV’s John Brown and sportscaster John Knicely move in. Smith, the boys basketball team’s head coach, was Blair’s leading rebounder. Faculty team challenges, beats KeTV 7 All-Stars Students were not the only ones that played competitive basketball during the winter. Twelve members of the faculty formed a team and defeat- ed the KETV (Omaha Channel 7) All- Stars 85-75 on March 21 at Blair. Led by sports anchorman John Knicely, KETV’s squad kept the con- test close until the final minutes of the fourth quarter. That’s when Mr. Dennis Dolliver and Mr. Terry Gregory hit three-point shots with just under two minutes left in the game, securing the lead and the victory. “I wish some of their (KETV) other players were there,” noted Mr. Dol- liver. The network suited up only six staff members in the Student Council sponsored game. Mr. Dale Smith, the boys’ head basketball coach, led Blair in re- bounding. Mr. Dolliver scored the most points while Mr. Gregory paced Blair in assists. Other faculty members participat- ing were Mr. Mike Janssen, Mrs. Laurel Derry, Mr. Rob Williams, Mr. Marty Rogers, Mr. Dave Carlsen, Mr. Glenn Coates, Mr. Brent Petersen and Principal Steve Shanahan. Kathy Foley, a BHS alumni and Dana Col- lege coach, also played with the faculty. “We had a lot of fun,” stated Mr. Gregory, “and I’m sure everyone found it interesting watching us out- of-shape teachers play.” Looking for two, junior high teacher Glen Coates drives for the basket. The Blair staff took most of their shots inside enroute to their victory over the Channel 7 all-stars. As a KETV player pursues, Rob Williams grabs the ball underneath the basket. Williams, who teaches elementary physical education, is the girls' head coach in track. Faculty - 129 Julie Roberts, an office aide, removes the absentee marks from the scan sheets before returning them to the teachers. A freshman, Julie helps in the office during her study hall. Steve Shanahan Principal Gene Baumert Assistant Principal Mike Lehl Activities Director Football John Little Counselor Karen Gengenbach Counselor Diane Hammer Psychologist Kathy White Student Assistance Ellie Mommsen School Nurse MCC sponsor Denise Harrison Special Education Debbie Katt Special Education Marjory Johnson Audio-Visual Aide Ann Kettelkamp Library Aide LaDona Warren Secretary Lucille Eddy Secretary Peggy Dolliver Secretary Vicki Luxa Secretary Darlene Hazard Special Education Aide Beth Timperley Special Education Aide Susie Meyer Reading Aide Bob Johnson Custodian Cathy Pitt School Matron Ron Moore Custodian Office secretary Peggy Dolliver reads the ab- sence lists with a whisk of her computer’s wand. Several hours a day are saved with the new attendance-taking program. 130 - Staff New program records absences on Computer Scan Sheets Computers are taking over. A new computerized attendance recording program was adopted during the school year. The program was pur- chased from ESU No. 3, Blair’s edu- cation service unit in Omaha. Absentees were marked on lami- nated computer attendance sheets. All teachers had a scan sheet for each of their classes. Individual bar codes, which replaced identification numbers, accompanied each of the students’ names. Once the office aides collected the attendance sheets and returned them to the office, secretary Peggy Dolliver took her computer “wand” and whisked it over the bar code (much like scanners do in grocery stores) to record the absence. According to Mrs. Dolliver, the only problem was that the sheets had to be hand-cleaned daily and returned to the teachers for the next day’s at- tendance. The new system was easier, how- ever, according to Mrs. Dolliver, be- cause of the time it saved. With the new program, it took Mrs. Dolliver only about five minutes to enter the absences for one period. Before the program was introduced, it took 30 minutes or longer, depending on how much help Mrs. Dolliver had looking up student identification numbers. The computerized system seemed to provide a tighter and stricter attend- ance program. “We've always been strict on attendance,” Mrs. Dolliver said. “The only difference was that this year we needed notes for each absence or it was unexcused.” If notes were not brought to school, stu- dents could be suspended, depend- ing upon the student’s abuse. Kitchen Staff (left to right): Lena Mae Williby, Janet O’Hanlon, Betty Thielen, Mary Stew- ard, Connie Bennett, Carol Frederick, Mary Larsen, June Copenhaver, Marilyn Leehy, Loella Jenkins, Joan Clements and Jeannie Stewart. School Bus Drivers (left to right): Myra Jensen, Mark Dickinson, Kris Ross Miller, Jody Bowen, Minerva Craig, Jeanette King, Liela Matzen, Jerri Herman, Deb Drilling, Kay Kephart, Angela Trask, Peg Wedel and Vaughan Korth. Staff - 131 Voters overwhelmingly agree: Build New Middle School After years of planning, the Board of Education put the question to the voters: Should the district build a new middle school to replace aging Cen- tral School? A March 22 bond election was held with that sole question on the ballot. The voters of the School District No. 1 responded with an overwhelming “yes.” The bond issue passed in ev- ery precinct and garnered 75 percent of the voters’ approval. The bond issue amounts to $4,050,000 and includes funds for new construction site development, fixed equipment such as woodwork Secretaries at the Administration Building include Mrs. Diana Stier (upper left), Mrs. Joan Little (upper right) and Mrs. Trudy Truhlsen (lower left). Dave Kaslon (lower right) is director of special services. and cabinets, and fees. The new middle school will be built on district owned land in the northern part of Blair. The property is bound- ed by Adams Street on the north and the old Chicago Northwest railroad berm on the south. The plot includes over 29 acres. According to board member Susie Ryan, several factors contributed to the decision to locate the school in that area. She said, “The location was chosen because of growth of the city of Blair to the north. Also, this was one of the few remaining sites that could accommodate the proposed school.” Mrs. Ryan indicated that the Board of Education is optimistic that the new school could be ready for occupancy for the 1990-91 school year. Prior to the bond election, citizens were invited to attend any of several meetings scheduled in the area to discuss the need for a new building. Members of the board and other com- munity figures were present to an- swer questions. Patrons were also invited to tour the existing building at 16th and Colfax to see first-hand the deteriorating condition of the old school. 132 - Board Administration Superintendent Gerald Otte addresses the graduates and assembled guests during commencement ceremonies in the gym. Larry Bock, assistant superintendent, checks over a report in his office at the Ad- ministration Building. Board of Education. Row 1 - Dick Warden, president Joe Fryman and LeeRoy Swanson. Row 2 - Gwen McKinnis, Susie Ryan, Ger- ald Kobs, Katy Flynn, Sheila Pille and Mary Sully. ------------------------------ Board Administration - 133 PeoplePeoplePeoplePeoplePeoplePeoplePeopleP plePeoplePeoplePeoplePeoplePeoplePeoplePeopI Mini-Mag What stretched from St. Joseph Missouri, to Sacramento, California in the mid-1800’s? What is the pine tree state? What is the date of the presidential inauguration? Can you answer these questions? If you were a member of one of the 1988 Quiz Bowl teams, these ques- tions may sound familiar. The teams, coached by Mrs. Rikki Wulf and Mr. Lynn Edgell, competed in two tourna- ments this year. On March 16 team A, consisting of Matt Kehm, Bill Wardell, Terri Martin and Mark Mazour, and team B, Greg Huff, Nate Funk, Jennifer Palmer and Sean Grover, traveled to Peru State College to compete in a 44-team tour- nament. Team A won their first game and went on to lose in the next round. Team B, after a first-round loss, went on to place in the top ten. After re-arranging the teams, the teams visited the Eastern Midlands Conference Academic Championship in Plattsmouth. Both teams, after los- ing in the first round, went on to win three straight games. After winning their three games in the losers brack- et, the Blair teams had to face each other. Following a close battle, the game came down to a bonus question after time had expired. Team B was award- ed their bonus, answered it correctly and defeated team A 110 to 105. The B team then went on to win eight straight games to capture the confer- ence championship. Seniors Eric Otte and Jenny Bruun enjoy their foreign meal provided by the school cafeteria in celebration of Foreign Language Week. The lunch was one of many activities planned for the week. Students got two opportunities to vote during the school year. If they were 18 years of age, students were requested to cast their votes in a spe- cial school bond election for the build- ing of a new middle school. That election was held in March. On May 10, the Nebraska primary elections were held. This gave the public the opportunity to vote for a presidential nominee and for numer- ous state and local office-seekers. Voting in the May 10 primary, senior Heidi Reyzlik receives instructions from the elec- tion officials at her polling place. This was the first year seniors were eligible to vote and, in addition to the primary, they had the chance to vote for the bond issue in March. 134 - Mini-Mag soplePeoplePe ‘PeoplePeople Principal Steve Shanahan talks to foreign ex- change student Errica Psimopoulou and classmate Joy Blazek prior to the com- mencement ceremonies. Errica stayed with the Blazek family during her time in Blair. Seventeen-year-old Errica Psimou- low was Blair’s lone foreign exchange student of the 1987-88 school year. From Athens, Greece, she spent the second semester in Blair. Surprisingly, Errica didn’t see much dissimilarity in lifetsyles, saying, “There’s not much difference from the way Americans live and the way I live.” March 14-18 was Foreign Lan- guage Week for the town of Blair. Some of the activities at the high school included foreign meals served at the cafeteria, a dress-up day in which students dressed up in the clothes of foreign nations and a pot- luck dinner. “We are trying to bring to attention the fact that foreign language is be- ing taught in the high school,” said senior Wendy Roberts, French Club president. Blair was one of eight schools par- ticipating in the EMC Student Coun- cil Exchange on December 2. The program enabled Blair students to ex- amine other schools and for students from other schools to take a look at Blair. Senior Derek Brummer was Blair’s recipient of a $500 World-Herald Out- standing Student scholarship. Derek, who also received scholarships from Wesleyan, University of Nebraska- Lincoln and Trinity University, plans to study law at UNL. Classmate Mike Andreasen was the recipient of World-Herald’s Key Staffer journalism award for his work on the yearbook and school news- paper. Of Blair’s graduating class, 43 stu- dents received scholarships. Some of the most notable include: Clark Anderson-Trinity presidential scholar scholarship; Kathy Bagby-Nebraska Wesleyan trustees scholarship, Eastern New Mexico Chapparal presidential scholarship; Jenny Bruun-Nebraska Wesleyan presiden- tial scholarship; Michelle Edwards- Buena Vista Z.Z. White presidential and college scholarships, Wayne State presidential scholarship. Kathy Epperson-UNO regents scholarship; Lee Ferry-Nebraska Wesleyan trustees scholarship; Craig Hanson-UNL regents scholarship, Trinity presidential scholarship, Na- tional Council of Youth Leadership scholarship, Century III Leaders scholarship, Georgetown University John Carrol scholarship, Yale scholar- ship, Harvard scholarship. Janet Kruse-David and athletic scholarships; Eric Otte-Nebraska Wesleyan presidential scholarship; Stephen Pictor-Augustana presiden- tial scholarship, Luther Larsen presidential scholarship; Heidi Reyzlik-Northwest Missouri State re- gents scholarship; Pam Smith- Midland Lutheran presidential scholarship; Ann Stratbucker- Kearney State deans scholarship. Mini-Mag - 135 Tom Rahlfs and Jason VanScoy change the water in an aquarium during Wildlife class. Students studied wildlife of Nebraska and toured the Aksarben aquarium. Juniors Liz Vercruysse and Shannon Nebrig- ich look over a plat of Blair to locate their homes. The two were among the juniors at- tending County Government Day activities at the courthouse. 136 - Academics Under the watchful eye of chemistry teacher Lisa Smith, senior Steve Picton conducts a lab experiment. Working with Newsbank, senior Marty Uitts looks for some information. The new pro- gram allowed students to gather newspaper articles and information from microfiche slides. Hoope; inslow H i WASH IN BLAIR Nickerson FREMONT £Amesll Ol 2 Kennard 8 R°9ers Arlington y ■s' Lmwood Morse ' Bluff Cedar Inglewood . Washington! 5 Living on the Edge Art teacher Jim VanCleave and junior Stacy Makinen (top) examine the art project while juniors Brady Svendgard and Corey Kneifl (bottom) work on a writing project in Ad- vanced Journalism. Sophomore Eric Gamble and Mrs. Jean Hundtoft, English 10 teacher, work at the computer during the unit on term papers. Most students spent extra time in the com- puter lab using the word processor. Academics What is the school without aca- demics? We may actually have more fun on the playing fields or at club meetings, but the desire for a good education is the real purpose of our lives at BHS. So we make the most of it and, sometimes that lab experiment turns out to be fun, that literature assignment provides new insights. The learning we share is part of living on the edge. Academics - 137 Blair Boquet waits on a customer at Olsen Auto Service. Although not in his normal line of work, senior Rick Riley strips paint from a cabinet while on duty at his Coop job. Rick was em- ployed at Thone Animal Clinic. 138 - Coop Money + Credit = Coop Job Earning a little money while receiv- ing high school credits and on-the-job experience. That’s what the Coop program was all about. “The Coop program allows stu- dents to learn about everyday situa- tions that would not normally occur in school,” stated Steve Deaney, a law- Senior Stacy Springer types a letter in the office of O’Hanlon Law. Coop gave Stacy and other students chances to improve their skills while earning some extra money. yer at O’Hanlon Law. Mr. Deaney em- ployed senior Stacy Springer in the Coop program. In order to receive full credit, the students were required to work a minimum of 10 hours a week. The students were also required to get their own jobs. Mr. Terry Gregory was in charge of students interested in management. The only requirements for this area were Marketing and Management i and iv. Mr. Gregory said, “The Coop pro- gram teaches students how to get a job and how to maintain it. It also gives students valuable training which can not be attained in the classroom.” Mrs. Helen Macholan headed the business segment. The requirements for students in business included Typ- ing i and iv and Office Practice. Senior Stacy Springer, under the supervision of Mrs. Macholan, said, “Coop helped me apply my office skills to daily situations.” Mr. Harold Ortmeier supervised those students employed in jobs that were not related to business or mar- keting. Helping a customer, Shawn Hovendick ap- plies his learned marketing skills. Shawn was employed at S S Supply. Ann Stratbucker, a senior, answers the tel- ephone as part of her Coop job. Like many other Coop students, Ann’s employment at Great Plains Communication continued into the summer. Coop - 139 Julie Lippincott, Eric Hansen, J.J. Ihrke and Andy Frahm look at a memorial to Marines. Junior Trent Carmichael picks up his lug- gage in Omaha following the week-long trip. The trip provided a first-ever plane ride for Trent and other students. Reading a display, juniors Laura Coulter and Julie Lippincott and senior Marlee Wohlers spend the Friday afternoon visiting the sights of Washington, D.C. 140 - Close-Up Students See D.C. ‘Close-Up’ “Close-up” provided 11 students the chance to spend a week in Washington, D.C. to get a good look at American government in opera- tion. With advisor Paul Kolb, the junior and senior students had an April week to remember. With their stay at the Mariott Twin Bridges Hotel in Washington, the students started their stay with a visit to Capital Hill. After that, they were let loose and got to see such places as the Smithsonian Institute, Arl- ington National Cemetery, the Viet- nam Veterans’ Memorial and the White House. The week was not all sightseeing and fun entertainment, however. Every day while there, teachers and students participated in seminars and workshops on a variety of topics. Eric Hansen, a junior who par- ticipated, said, “I learned more in that week than I ever hope to learn in a year of school.” Other students attending were juniors Laura Coulter, Trent Car- michael, Adam Riddle, J.J. Ihrke, Andy Frahm, Barb Wrightson and Julie Lippincott, and seniors Marlee Wohlers, Pam Smith and Kim Smith. Among the monuments visited by students was the Supreme Court. The White House, one of the more popular monuments, was under repair at the time. Enjoying their meal, Trent Carmichael, Marlee Wohlers and Eric Hansen converse at their hotel. The students stayed at the Marriott. Pam Smith, Kim Smith, Julie Lippincott and Eric Hansen relax at the airport in Washing- ton before boarding the plane for their trip home. Close-Up - 141 Activity Breaks Daily Routine Learning about the government and the duties of the individual county offices was a reality for several stu- dents. Those elected to represent their classes in County Government Day found the activity a welcome break from the daily routine. County Government Day is a com- prehensive program for high school juniors interested in learning about Jason Kesling, Eric Hansen and Barb Wrightson join students from other schools in watching one of the Legionnaires' presen- tation. the offices of the county government. Students elected to go to the activi- ties spend a day at the county court- house touring the various offices. Participants were elected by class members in their period only. The top two or three vote getters, depending on class size, were the representa- tives from Blair High. During the morning, the par- ticipants went around to the different offices and got a description of the duties performed in that office. Lunch at the American Legion followed that session with the mock trial after lunch. “It was a lot of fun,” said junior Bridgette Woodring. “I met a lot of people and learned about the county government.” Most students felt they were much more informed of how the govern- ment is structured and the function of the offices after attending County Government Day activities. Junior Brady Svendgard stated, “County Government Day was a good ex- perience; it was something out of the ordinary. Brady Svendgard and Bridgette Woodring attempt to locate their homes on the maps of Washington County. 142 - County Government Day Mrs. Diane Bro points out the courthouse’s location to Shannon Nebrigich, Lori Smith, Bridgette Woodring, Brady Svengard and Liz Vercruysse while the students tour the County Surveyor’s office. Mr. Dennis Dolliver, County Government Day coordinator, looks over the day’s schedule of events with a secretary from the courthouse. County Government Day - 143 Using the lost wax method for bronze cast- ing, junior Terri Martin shapes a bell. This activity was part of the Eastern Midland Con- ference art show which Terri and other art students attended at Dana College. Junior Berwin Brezina shows his finished painting of Albert Einstein to his instructor and classmates. The painting, done mainly with airbrush techniques, was on display in the typing room window during much of the spring. 144 - Artwork Art Classes Filled to Capacity Art classes were quickly tilled as students chose from a variety of classes such as Pottery, Crafts, Graphic Arts, Drawing and Painting, Art I II and Advanced Pottery. “There are a lot of students taking art this year,” said art teacher Dick Trolson. “All the classes were closed. There are no freshmen in Art I II, and there’s only one sophomore.” Art students had an opportunity to take part in activities which included a Scandinavian artwork exchange and the Eastern Midlands Confer- ence art show. According to art teacher Jim Van- Cleave, the art exchange is “a start- ing of communication between this country and that country. We are ex- changing artwork with a town of com- parable size with K through 12 and college.” Dana College was the site for the EMC art show which was held April 4-6. Students’ entries were the work which they did in class. Students at- tended a workshop at the show which covered the area of bronzing using the lost wax method. Some of the more noticed work of the students were an airbrush paint- ing of Albert Einstein, which was done by junior Berwin Brezina, and a clay statue of a baby which was smashed against a window, which was sculpted by DeWayne Kalin. The baby was made to make a statement about making sure babies are wear- ing seatbelts. Sophomore Travis Matzen and freshman Shane King work on 3-dimensional sculp- tures of penguins for their sixth period art class. Junior Halie Hansen works on a poster in her fourth period Graphic Arts class. The poster, for a New York City tour, was hand painted, using tempera paints. Turning away from her work, senior Heather Neff watches senior Jay Plugge as he works on a painting of “the King,” Elvis Presley. Artwork - 145 Newsbank Added to Library More than 200 a day make use of the library facility provided at BHS. About 9,000 volumes, computers, magazines, newspapers, and Junior Tami Richardson works on the com- puter located in the library computer room. microfiche machines make up the in- formation center for the students. New equipment that was obtained included Newsbank. This is newspaper put on microfiche slides. Another new item was an attachment on overhead machines to hook up to a computer so the screen of the com- puter can be projected on the overhead. Dialog, another new item, is a sub- scription to a telecommunication data base where the librarian can collect information from the data bank by use of computers hooked to telephones. Head librarian Thelma Seevers commented, “Dialog isn’t used very much yet because nobody has been introduced to it, but I’ll be demonstrat- ing it to classes doing term papers.” Each student has his or her own reason for using the library, “I go to read the newspaper,” confessed senior Mick Suverkrubbe. “It’s also easier to get work done in there than in study hall. Junior Rob Robinson and senior Joel Rabe read newspapers and magazines in the library. Students gather in the periodical section of the library to read the Fremont, Lincoln and Omaha daily papers and current magazines. Tim Stoddard, a freshman, uses the library materials to conduct research on a topic for a class assignment. Efforts were made this year to develop the research materials in the library. 146 - Library Alan Thompson, a sophomore, selects a newspaper from the rack in the reading area of the library. Senior Stacy Springer takes advantage of the photo copier in the library to make a copy of an article. Searching through the stacks, senior Jeff Nelsen checks the call number to find a book. Library - 147 Index A Abariotes, Alexander 29,43,56,60,65,68,86,98,99, 157 Abbott, Bradley 77,106 ACADEMICS 136-147 Adkins, John 60,98 ADMINISTRATION 130-133 Aman, Carrie 62,70,71,75,82,92,106,155,158 Aman, Craig 60 Andersen, Angela 96a Andersen, Jodi 114 Andersen, Scott 77,98 Anderson, Cherie 96a Anderson, Clark 149 Anderson, Dan 27 Anderson, Joseph 47,122,154,155,160 Anderson, Michael (10) 36,106 Anderson, Michael (12) 66,68,69,96a Anderson, Nicole 149 Anderson, Ryan 8,68,77,114 Andreasen, Andrew 94,114 Andreasen, Kerianne 19,37,98,152,153 Andreasen, Michael 13,37,53,56,66,96a,104,150, 157 Arnold, Andy 23,77,114,155 Arsenault, Tina 114 Autenrieth, Andrew 8,114,155 ARTWORK 144,145 Ashmore, Linda 97 Senior High Honor Band members. Row 1 - Tina Brewer, Pam Jaworski, Tricia Camp- bell and director Eric Fahrlander. Row 2 - Chris Sorensen, L.V. Smetana, Jennifer Pechnik and Susan Read. Row 3 - Steve Lemon, Greg Beebe, Phil Stoddard and Doug Carlsen. B Babcock, Carrie 98,150,152 Bacon, Janet 83,114 Bacon, Jennifer 114,155 Bagby, Kathleen 21,29,96a,149,154,155,160 Bair, Robert 122,150,157 Baird, Jennifer 106,155 Baker, John 106 BAND 40,41 Barker, Taraisa 98 Barner, Tim 60 Barr, Curt 50 BASEBALL 60,61 BASKETBALL 70-73 Bateman, Justine 109 Bazer, Lorainne 98,150 Baumert, Eugene 28,29,98,126,127,130,162 B-CLUB 42,43 Beebe, Gregory 4,24,30,38,40,42,66,96a,148,149 Beemer, Layne 13,42,60,66,76,77,91,92,96a,96e, 152,157,158,162 Bennett, Connie 131 Bennett, Jack 114 Bennett, Jeannie 152,153,154,155 Bensen, Michael 11,23,34,60,61,94,98,152 Benson, Tammy 29,62,71,98 Betts, Patrick 52,98 Biffar, Kent 6,66,68,106 Bilau, Christopher 89,105,106,159 Birney, Meredith Baxter 109 Blazek, Bonnie 122 Blazek, Joy 29,54,96a,135,152,153 BOARD OF EDUCATION 133 Bock, Brett 11,60,66,72,77,81,98 Bock, Larry 60,133 Bolton, Jason 16,96a,152 Bonney, Kevin 94,96a Bonsall, Brian 109 Boquet, Blair 96c,138 Borcherding, Karen 98,154,155 Boudreau, Sheila 114 Bowen, Jody 131 Bower, George 24,149 Brandenburg, Melissa 149 Brenneis, Chad 17,96c Brewer, Tina 96c,148,149 Brezina, Berwin 52,98,144 Brickey, Melissia 24,38,46,47,80,96c,149,154,155, 159 Brickey, Waylon 114,155 Bro, Carrie 96c,149 Bro, Diane 143 Bro, Michael 77,88,89,106 Brown, Denna 114 Brown, John 128 Brown, Julie 62 Brown, Lans 66,72,78,79,89,94,106 Brown, Tim Brummer, Derek 22,33,96c, 150,160 Brundige, Tami 122 Bruun, Jennifer 7,14,24,30,96c,134,149,154,155 148 - Index Index Buchanan, Scott 122 Buckingham, Elizabeth 98,101 Buckingham, Lynnea 55,96c,150 Buckner, Connie 48,54,55,106,148,150,152 Bunten, Kimberly 96c Burns, Craig 114 Burns, Kelly 96c Busskohl, Bryan 114,155 Callaghan, Steve 64,122 Camden, Bruce 98 Camden, Tracy 98 Campbell, Bridgette 96e,126 Campbell, Merry 98 Campbell, Terri 98 Campbell, Tricia 98,148,150,154,155 Carlsen, David 38,39,122 Carlsen, Douglas 3,4,29,30,72,73,78,79,92,96c, 148,149 Carmichael, Trent 29,60,66,77,98,99,140,141,150, 158,159 Carmichael, Troy 60 Varsity Choir. Row 1 - Stacy Peterson, Am- ber Watson, Polly Pechnik, Andrea Johnson, Chris Sorensen, Jason Combs, George Bow- er, Eric Otte, Wendy Roberts, Cindy Hei- mann, Michelle Edwards, Beth Heimann, Kelli Hansen and Julie Jorgensen. Row 2 - Susan Read, Suzanne Rogert, Jodi Kruse, Heidi Rogee, Jill Hardy, Cyndi Wrightson, Craig Hanson, Scott Petersen, Lisa Lund, Linette Darnel, Danette Runyon, Cathy Weeks and Wendy Smith. Row 3 - Liz Ver- cruysse, Kristi Olsen, Kathy Bagby, Becky Vinton, Melissia Brickey, Stacy Thompson, Bill Warded, Adam Riddle, Jeff Lemen, Steve Picton, Susan Stender, Jenny Bruun, Chris Heimann, Missy Brandenburg, and Nicole Anderson. Row 4 - Carrie Bro, Kari Epper- son, Crystal Novak, Ann Krogh, Tina Brewer, Noal Cruley, Scott Hansen, Greg Beebe, Clark Anderson, Doug Carlsen, Penny McIn- tosh, Karen Clements, Janet Kruse, Melissa Lyons, Keri Golden and Julie Hoefler. Quiz Bowl. Row 1 - Nathan Funk, Terri Mar- tin, Sean Grover and Greg Huff. Row 2 - Mark Mazour, Matt Kehm, Jennifer Palmer, Craig Hanson and sponsor Ricki Wulf. Index - 149 Index Carritt, Shauna 54,98,150 Carson, Tracey 106 Carstens, Monica 114 Cates. Marlon 98 Cerio, Christopher 37,96c,152 Champoux, Julie 75,85,114,155 Champoux, Kenneth 65,68,77,106,155 CHILDREN’S PLAY 20,21 Christensen, Jennifer 106,159 Christensen. Michelle 114,159 Christensen, Ronda 98,101,153 Christiansen, Jason 16,66,98,152 Christopherson, Berit 106 Churchill, Timothy 66,106 Clapper. Diane 106,155 Clapper, Kevin 96c Clark, Dale 49,98,156 Clark, Jolie 96c,152 Clark, Kenneth 106 Clarke, Amanda 26,114 Clary, Elizabeth 107,150 Clements, Joan 131 Clements, Karen 96c,149,153 Clements, Wilbur 48,122 Clift, Jerry 107 CLOSE-UP PROGRAM 140,141 CLOSING 162,163 Coates, Glenn 122,129 COLOPHON 161 Combs, Jason 4,78,94,106,107,149,155,158 Combs, Susan 98 Comstock, Bret 66,98 Comstock, Michael 68,107 Conety, Kathleen 122 Cooney, Rhonda 107 Quill Scroll. Row 1 - David Fox, Marty Uitts Ron Sorensen and Heidi Reyzlik. Row 2 Scott Fox, Corey Kneifl, Mike Andreasen anc sponsor Bob Bair. COOP PROGRAM 138,139 Cooper, Shawn 114 Copenhaver, June 131 Cordle, Nicholas 2,17,96c,152 Cordle. Thomas 107,150 Coulter, Andrew 79,96c Coulter, Laura 19,24,29,98,140,155 Cowan, Tim 107,155 Cowing, Preston 60,66,77,92,98 Craig, Minerva 131 Craig, Susan 96c Creevan, Julie 98,153 Creevan, Kevin 114,155 Crogan, Michelle 107,113,154,155 CROSS COUNTRY 64,65 Curley, Noal 65,96c,149,150 MCC. Row 1 - Lynnea Buckingham, Carla Nath, Sheryl Metz, Karin Dierks, Elizabeth Clary and Connie Buckner. Row 2 - Tricia Campbell, Davina Spafford, Shauna Carritt, Kathie Richardson, Tracy McKee and Lori Bazer. Row 3 - sponsor Ellie Mommsen, Peg- gy Uehling, Denise Kastrup, Janace Soren- sen, Kari Simpson and Michelle Edwards. 150 - Index Index D Darnel, Linette 107,149,155 Davis, Janae 107 Dayley, Brian 107 DECA 52,53 Deemer, Konda 114 Deklavs, Robert 77,114 Delimont, Gayln 49,122,152,162 Derry, Laurel 62,96b,128 Deters, Eugene 66,68,98,152 Dickerson, Meredith 12,21,46,51,107,150,155,158, 160 Dickinson, Mark 131 Dierks, Karin 107,150,154,155 Dillow, Tony 114 Dolliver, Dennis 122,125,143 Dolliver, Peggy 124,130 DRAMA CLUB 46.47 Drefs, Jobi 96c Drilling, Deb 131 Dunn, Trevore 77,88,114 E Eddy, Lucille 130 Edged, C. Lynn 122 Edged. Scott 114 Edged, Suzanne 18,29,56,62,63,70,71,74,75,90, 92,98,155,157 Edwards, Michelle 6,29,55,96c,149,150,154,160 Ekeler, Michael 60,61,66,77,86,94,107 Ekeler, William 57,66,67,90,98,163 Ellis, Darin 114,155 Ellis, Joseph 107 Ellis, Sherri 107 Engelke, Lori 10,114 Epperson, Karina 22,50,96c,149 Eppley, Amy 107,155,160 Eppley, Sarah 7,114,159 Erickson, Christopher 107,159 Erickson, Lissa 107,155,160 Erickson, Zachary 107 Everhart, Marion 114,155 F FACULTY 122-129 Fahrlander, Eric 29,124,148 FALL PLAY 14,15 Farrens, Kenneth 114 FBLA 50,51 Fenderson, Dennis 96c Ferry, Lee 96c FFA 48,49 FHA 48,49 Fitch, Wallace 98,156 Fitchhorn, Tracy 114,155,159 Flynn, Justin 9,65,72,73,76,77,96c Flynn, Katy 133 Foley, Joe 60 Foley, Suzanne 49,96c,156 FOOTBALL 66,67 FORENSICS 46,47 Fors, Larry 107 Fox, David 4,52,56,99,150,157 Fox, Michael J. 109 Fox, Scott 3,29,78,96c,96e,123,150,157 Frahm, Andy 99,140,156 Frederick, Carol 131 Fredericksen, Joel 107 FRESHMEN 114-121 Fryman, Joe 33,133 Fuhlrodt, Rod 114 Funk, Nathan 31,106,107,149,158,159,160 Science Club. Row 1 - Scott Fox, Scott Han- sen and Steve Petersen. Row 2 - Noal Curley, Vince Ward, Steve Picton, Derek Brummer and Craig Hanson. Row 3 - Tracie Jensen, Jennifer Pechnik, Polly Pechnik, Stacy Peter- son and Stacy Thompson. Row 4 - Leslie Os- born, Carrie Babcock, Meredith Dickerson and Julie Hoefler. Row 5 - sponsor Lisa Smith, Doug Zadow, Matt Lunn, Jim Hearn, Amy Heinrich, Crystal Novak, Pam Jaworski, Tom Cordle, Adam Riddle, Trent Carmichael, J.J. Ihrke, David Otte and Matt Ramspott. Index - 151 Index G Gamble, Eric 107,137 Gammel, Suzette 18,29,62,75,96c,96e,155 Gaver, David 99 Gengenbach, Karen 40,41.130,162 Gibson. Heather 107 Gibson, Regale 33.96c Gilmore, Gina 99 Gitter, Jay 114 Gleeson. Kathryn 23,29,32,43,59,64,70,71,74,75, 92,96d,96e,158,163 Goeken, Jeffrey 99 Golden, Kari 99,149 GOLF 78,79 Gossard, Tina 107 GRADUATION 32,33 Green, Gary 4,99 Gregory, Terry 124 Grimit, Jeffrey 66,68,69,96d Grinberg, Karen 31,124,160 Grinbergs, Karl 66,99 Gross, Michael 109 Grover, Sean 99,149,159 Gunderson, Brett 77,99 Gutschow, Mark 60 H Halligan, Patrick 66,96d Hammer, Diane 130 Hamre, Todd 60 FHA. Row 1 - Mary Sarnowski, Julie Star- man, Barb Iske, Tracy McKee and Jean Ben- nett. Row 2 - Keri Andreasen, Joy Blazek, Holly Kerstetter, Connie Buckner and An- drea Wilson. Row 3 - DeWayne Kalin, Heidi Reyzlik, Kim Schreffler, Kathie Richardson, Dave Putnam and sponsor Gayln Delimont. DECA. Row 1 - Cheri Rathjen, Wendy Roberts, Heidi Reyzlik, Jennifer Kros, Jen- nifer Palmer, Traci Vondra, Carrie Babcock and Angie Timperley. Row 2 - Jay Wolff, Tyler Klanderud, Gene Deters, Nick Cordle, Kelly Ryan, Pete Svendgard, Marty Uitts, Craig Ol- son, Chrissy Swanson, Julie Clark and Michaela Smith. Row 3 - Lyle Pille, David Otte, Jeff Olson, Chris Keyser, Mark Wulf, Jason VanScoy, Layne Beemer, Jason Bol- ton, Matt Mackie, Victor Roesler, Nate Smith, Jim Hearn and Bridgette Woodring. Row 4 - Donnie Ryan, Jason Christiansen, Joel Rabe, Chris Cerio, Mike Bensen, Tim Nock- els, Jeff Nelsen, Chris Sorensen, Brian Shearman, Jason Jorgensen and Curt Thomas. HANGOUTS 10,11 Hansen, Amie Jo 96d Hansen, Anthony 99 Hansen, Bradley 60,66,99 Hansen, Dale 114 Hansen, Eric 53,60,72,73,99,104,114,140,141 Hansen, Halie 99.145 Hansen, Heather 107,154,155 Hansen, Kelli 107,149,159 Hansen, Lynn 95,134 Hansen, Michael Hansen, Scott 24,38,96d,149.150,155 Hansen, Terry 99 Hanson, Craig 22,29,31,32,43,96d,96e,123,149, 150,154,158,159,160 Hardy, Jill 75,82,107,149,155 Harper, Mark 107 Harris, Loretta (Nici) 7,107,155 Harrison, Denise 130 Harry (the dog) 121 Hartvigsen, Troy 114,159 Hayes, Brad 67 Hazard, Darlene 130 Hearn, James 99,150,152 Hearn, Joe 115,155 Heimann, Christine 19,99,149 Heimann, Cynthia 7,12,19,96d,149,155,158 Heimann, Mary (Beth) 18,45,75,82,94,107,149, 155,158 Heinrich, Amy 18,29.59,64,99,150,153 Hemminger, Shad 68,94,107 Herman, Jerri 131 Hibbs, Kristen 18,107,155 Hicks, Amy 107 152 - Index Index Hill, Elizabeth 99 Hill, Timothy 107 Hiller, James 108 Hindley, Jennifer 115 Hind ley, Tanya 1 Hineline, Kimberly 108 Hipnar, Todd 99 Hoefler, Julianne 108,149,150,15 Hogenmiller, Robert 115,155 Hohensee, Roger 101,124 Hollingshead, Bobbi 27,96d HOMECOMING 12,13 HONORS 30,31 HONORS CONVOCATION 28,29 Horn, Emily 115,155,159 Hovendick, Shawn 96d,139 Hoxsie, Lauri 19,108 Huff, Carroll 124 Huff. Gregory 68,87,108,149,160 Hundtoft, Jean 6,30,113,124,126,137,162 Hultberg, James 96d I Irhke, Carol 124 Ihrke, Jamison J. 4,17,27,29,66,78,79,92,99,140, 150,159 INSTRUMENTAL MUSIC 40,41 Iske, Barbara 99,152 J Jackson, Bo 92 Jaworski, Pamela 41,108,148,150,155,160 Jelinski, Roxann 115 Jenkins, Loella 131 Jensen, Ginger 115,155 Jensen, Jean 99 Jensen, Mark 99 Jensen, Myra 131 Jensen, Tammie 108,155,160 Jensen, Tracie 115,150,155 Jessen, Joseph 115 JOBS 16,17 Johnson, Andrea 29,96d,149,154,155,159,160 Johnson, Jennifer 96d Johnson, Marjorie 130 Johnson, Robert 130 Johnson, Terry 68,77,115 Johnson, Tracy 115 Johnson, Steven 66,94,108 Jones, Jason 108 Jorgensen, Charles 124 Jorgensen, Jason 68,92,100,152,158 Jorgensen, Jim 60 Jorgensen, Joel 68,115,158 Jorgensen, Julia 29,100,149,160 Jorgensen, Kimberly 21,24,29,100,154,155 JOURNALISM 56,57 Jump, Keith JV SPORTS 82-89 K Kaiser, Mary 115 Kalin, Dewayne 48,66,68,96d,152 Kaslon, David 97,132 Kastrup, Denise 100,150 Katt, Debbie 97,130 Kauk, Cindy 124 Kehm, Joseph 24,38,115,155,158,160 Kehm, Matthew 22,96d,149,160 Keller, Randy 115 Keller, Ricky 115 Kelley, Dawn 100 Kelley, Patrick 115,155 Kennedy, Joseph 66,77,100,163 Kephart, Kay 131 Kerstetter, Holiy 108,152 Kesling, Jason 66,100,142 Kettelkamp, Ann 130 Keyser, Christopher 100,152 King, David 2,60,66,100 King, Jeanette 131 King, Shane 115,145 Kingston, Kent 87,76,77,108 Kirk, Amy 108,113 Kjeldgaard, Chad 115,159 Klanderud, Brandon 108,155 Klanderud, Tyler 100,152 Kneifl, Corey 100,137,150,157 Knicely, John 37,128 Knight, Matthew 66,76,77,108 Kobs, Gerald 133 Kolb, Paul 123,124,158 Korth, Vaughan 131 Kramer, Kyle 117 Krogh, Ann 14,100,149,155,159 Kros, Jennifer 29,36,52,57,78,79,92,100,152,153, 157 Kruse, Janet 18,29,31,43,62,63,70,71,75,92,93, 96b,96d,96e,123,149,155,158,160 Kruse, Jodi 18,62,70,71,74.75,106,108,149,155,158 Kruse, Lisa 108 Kubie, Kristine 100,155 Kubie, Lowell 100 Kuipers, Aaron 108 FBLA. Row 1 - Amy Heinrich, Joy Blazek, Karen Clements, and Sheryl Shuster. Row 2 - Heidi Reyzlik, Jennifer Kros, Keri An- dreasen, Ronda Christensen, Stacy Pearson, Jodee Pleskac and Jean Bennett. Row 3 - Bridgette Woodring, Lori Penry, Bob Tor- rance, Brenda Woodhull, Julie Creevan, Kim Schreffler and Leslie Osborn. Index - 153 Index L Labs, Michael 77,117 Lantry, Tony 117 Larsen, Chad 108 Larsen, Lisa 51,96d Larsen, Mary 131 Larsen, Robert 36,117 Larson, Terry 66,100 Lash, Susan 124 Lautrup, Brian 96d Lautrup, Donnette 100 LeCompte, Christina 117 Leehy, Marilyn 131 Lehl, Mike 96b,130 Lemen, Jeffrey 149 Lemon, Jane 115,124,162 Lemon, Steven 19,29,37,42,66,72,76,77,96d,148 Leonard, Michelle 108 Leonard, Tonia 159 LIBRARY 146,147 Limbach, Robert 124 Lippincott, Adam 60,66,77,100 Lippincott, Julie 100,140,141 Little, Joan 132 Little, John 130 Little, Tony 114,117,158 Lorentzen, Kim 117 Lorentzen, Matt 117 Luby, Julie 100 Lund, Lisa 29,32,96d,149,154,159 Lunde, Kari 100 Lunn, Matthew 100,150 Luxa, Vicki 130 Lyons, Melinda 117 Lyons, Melissa 100,149 M Macholan, Helen 124 Mackie, Matthew 16,78.79,96d,'152 Mahony, Marny 108 Mai, Michael 77,117,159 Mai, Tony 14,117,155 Makinen, Staci 100,137,154,155 Mann, Chad 26,100 Mann, Corey 100 Mann, John 117 Martin, Beth 32,96d Martin, Terri 100,144,149,157 Martis, Charles III 96d Mathiesen, Kari 23,68,113 Mathiesen, Matthew 48,100,161 Matzen, Keith 47,117,155 Matzen, Liela 131 Matzen, Travis 108,145,155 Mays, Aaron Mays, Norman 100 Mazour, Mark 66,77,94,108,149,155 McAlhaney, Misty 96d McAvin, Christopher 117 McAvin, Michelle 108 MCC 54,55 McGuire, Ruth 75,117,155,159 McIntosh, Penny 18,62,63,96d,149,159 McIntyre, Kellie 100 McKain, Krista 117,159 McKain, Scott 77,100,156 McKee, Tracy 55,108,150,152 McKinnis, Gwen 133 McKinnis, Michael 68,105,108 Mencke, Heatner 117,155 Metz, Sheryl 54,100,150 Metzler, Amy 108,159 Meyer, Lynda 117,159 Meyer, Susie 130 Miller. Kris Ross 131 Miller, Tonya 108 MINI-MAGS 34,35,92,93,134,135 Mommsen, Ellie 130,150 Moore, Ron 130 Morfeld, Christopher 53,68,96d Morris, Kari 117,155 Morrow, James 117 MUSIC 38,39,40,41,102 MUSICAL 24,25 N NATIONAL HONOR SOCIETY 28,29,54,55 Nath, Carla 55,117,150 Navrude, Patty 108 Nebrigich, Julie 64,71,92,96d Nebrigich, Shannon 18,62,70,71,74,75,90,92,100, 136.143 Neff, Heather 96d,145 Nelsen, Jeffrey 11,42,60,96d,147,152 Nelson, Julie 22,82,105,108,155 Nelson, Kirstine 108 Nelson, Scott 60 Newell, Michael 117 NHS 28,29,54,55 Nicholson, Scott 60 Nielsen, Dawn 95,126,160 Nielsen, John 117,160 Niziolek, Anna 117,159 Nockels, Steven 100 Nockels, Tim 11,29,35,64,65,72,96e,152 Nollen, Dawn 108 Norton, Jerald 60.66,67,77,80,92,100 Norwood, Faith 96e Novak, Crystal 6,18,23,29,38,44,79,100,149,150, 158,159 Novak, Traci 117 Noyes, James 103 Noyes, Robert 108 O O’Hanlon, Janet 131 O’Hanlon, Megan 79,82,117,159 Olsen, Jessica 108,155 Olsen, Kristin 21,24,36,47,96e,149,154,155,160 Olson, Craig 36,72,92,96e,152 Olson, Jeffrey 68.96e,152 Olson, Pat 126 Thespians. Row 1 - Tricia Campbell, Melis- sia Brickey, Steve Picton, Liz Vercruysse, Kristi Olsen and Kathy Bagby. Row 2 - Ron Sorensen, Jean Bennett, Stacy Thompson, Andrea Johnson, Ryan Travaille, Karin Dierks, Heather Hansen, Michelle Crogan and Becky Vinton. Row 3 - sponsor Joe An- derson, Karen Borcherding, Staci Makinen, Lisa Lund, Heidi Reyzlik, Michelle Edwards, Jenny Bruun, Craig Hanson, Kim Jorgensen and Clark Schumake. 154 - Index Index Ongley, Pamela 126 Onnen, Anthony 103 OPENING 2,3,4,5 Opfer, Jolene 103,160 Ortmeier, Harold 126 Osborn, Leslie 17,102,103,153 Osborn, Scott 108 Ott, Annette 126 Ott, Samantha Otte, David 103,150.152 Otte, Eric 38,50,96e,96f,96g,134,149,155 Otte, Gerald 133 P Pace, Earl 127 Palmer, Jennifer 18,32,62,103,149,152 Patrick, Euleta 103 Patterson, Susan 103 Paulsen, Clayton 108 Paulsen, David 96e Paulsen, Robert 111 Pearson, Stacy 19,103,153 Pechnik, Christopher 117 Pechnik, Jennifer 29,79,103,148,150,155 Pechnik, Mollie 117 Pechnik, Pauline 96e,149,150 Pemberton, Janelle 41,117,155 Pemberton, Mark 111 Penry, Lori 90,103,153 Penry, Paula 111 PEP RALLIES 18,19 Perfect, Connie Perfect, Terrance 68,117,159 Peters, Eric 118 Petersen, Brent 126 Petersen, Scott 27,103,149 Petersen, Steven 27,68,96e,150 Peterson, Amy 118,159,160 Peterson, Anastasia 96e,149,150,160 Phillips, Victoria 118 Picton, Stephen 6,14,15,29,31,46,96e,136,149, 150,154,155,159,160 Pierce, Dean 111 Pierce, Jason 8,118 Pike, Michael 118 Pille, Lyle 66,68,96e, 152,160 Pille, Sheila 133 Pitt, Cathy 130 PLAYS 14,15,20,21,24,25 Pleskac, Jodee 19,37,51,103,120,153,159 Plugge, Jay 96e,145 Polzin, James 111 Porter, Rebecca 96e, 159 PROM 26,27 Psimopoulou, Errica 135 Putnam, David 68,69,96e,152 French Club. Row 1 - Jennifer Pechnik, Kim Jaworski, Nici Harris, Cindy Heimann, Wen- dy Roberts and sponsor Roxanne Royster. Row 2 - Kari Simpson, Michelle Crogan, Diane Clapper, Lissa Erickson, Karin Dierks, Suzanne Rogert, Jill Hardy, Becky Taylor, Beth Heimann, Suzie Edgell, Laura Coulter and Kathie Richardson. Row 3 - Andy Ar- nold, Tony Mai, Darin Ellis, Robert Hogen- miller, Joe Hearn, Andy Autenrieth, R.J. Ryan, Kyle Schnoor, Jessica Olsen, Heidi Rogge, Kristi Hibbs, Julie Nelson, Carrie Aman, Jodi Kruse and Kris Kubie. Row 4 - Jason Williby, Tony Rosterman, Kenny Champoux, Kevin Creevan, Peggy Wachowicz, Bryan Busskohl, Julie Roberts, Chris Sorensen, Sheryl Shuster, Janet Kruse, Suzette Gammel, Eric Otte, Dawn Renard, Kari Morris and Julie Champoux. Row 5 - Tammie Jensen, Tami Cowan, Holly Stevens, Scott Hansen, Mark Mazour, Jason Combs, Kirsten Whitaker, Jennifer Bacon, Tawnya Roberts and Lauri Wooley. Not pic- tured: Cheri Rathjen. Drama Club. Row 1 - Marion Everhart, Tony Mai, Waylon Brickey, Linette Darnel, Kristi Olsen, Liz Vercruysse, Kim Jorgensen and Jenny Bruun. Row 2 - Janell Pemberton, Tracy Fitchhorn, Emily Horn, Davina Spafford, Ruth McGuire, Heather Mencke, Kari Morris, Andrea Johnson, Amy Eppley, Meredith Dickerson, Joseph Kehm, Michelle Crogan and Melissia Brickey. Row 3 - Jen- nie Baird, Julie Hoefler, Stacy Thompson, Beth Snover, Trade Jensen, Lissa Erickson, Karin Dierks, Ryan Travaille, Ginger Jensen, Brandon Klanderud and Heather Hansen. Row 4 - Karen Borcherding, Evenstar Willad- sen, Ann Krogh, Clark Schumake and Kathy Bagby. Row 5 - sponsor Joe Anderson, Staci Makinen, Jean Bennett, Tricia Campbell, Travis Matsen, Steve Picton, Ron Sorensen, John Zolck, Pat Kelley and Keith Matzen. Index - 155 Index R Rabe, Joel 96f,146,152 Rahlfs. Elizabeth 118,159 Rahlfs, Thomas 60,66,67,103,136 Ramspott, Matthew 111,150,160 Rasmussen, Kevin 60 Rasmussen, Robby 60 Rathjen, Cheri 18,23,36,52,62,63,71,75,85,90,92, 103,152,158 Ray, Richard 12,77,111,159 Read, Susan 19,22,29,63,75.148,149 RECREATIONAL SPORTS 90.91 Rempel, Ryan 118 Rennerfelt, Susan 118 Renard, Dawn 118,155 Reyda, Florian 77,118 Reyzlik, Heidi 2,10.17,18,29,34,96e.96f.150.152, 153,154,157,158.163 Richardson, Katherine 19,111,150,152,155 Richardson. LuAnn 126 Richardson, Tamitha 103,146 Ricker, Preston 118 Riddle. Adam 9,26,29,60,66,99.103,149,150,158 Riley, Karen 118,159 Riley, Richard 91.96g.138 Roach, Donavon 103 Roberts, Heather 103 Roberts, Jason 118 FFA officers. Row 1 - Suzy Foley, Scott McKain and Andy Frahm. Row 2 - sponsor Don Wallace, Dale Clark, Wally Fitch and Randy Thompson. Roberts, Julie 118,130,155 Roberts, Tawnya 10,64,75,83,115,118.155,158 Roberts, Wendy 18.29,45.96e,96g,149,152,155 Robinson, Robert 103,146 Roesler. Travis 118 Roesler, Victor 96g,152 Roethemeyer, Chris Rogers, Marty 84 Rogers, Scott 111 Rogert, Suzanne 19,111,149,155 Rogge, Heidi 27,111,149,155 Rogge, Jamie 60 Rogge, Steven 96g Rohwer, Kenneth 126 Rosterman, Anthony 66,77,111,155 Rosterman, Theresa 96g Royster, Roxanne 7,126,155 Runyon, Danette 64,111,149,159 Ruzicka, Raymond 126 Ruzicka, Rose 124,126 Ryan, Donald 66,67,103,152 Ryan, Jim 96b Ryan, Kelly 5,42,66,68,77,92,96b.96e,96g,152, 158,163 Ryan, Michelle 111 Ryan, Robert (R.J.) 77,118,155 Ryan, Susie 96b,133 Salsbury, Chuck Sarnowski, Mary 103,52 Sass, Robyn 118 Saverino, Vincent 118 Schafer, Laurie 111 Scherrer, Gary 103 Schmidt, Donald 118 Schneider, Kimberly 103 Schnoor, Kyle 111,155 Schoville, Tiffany 103 Schreffler, Jill 79,111 Schreffler, Kimberly 29,49,54,79,96e,96g,152, 153,163 Schroeder, Chris 118 Schroeder, Nicholas 111 Schutt, Jeffrey 118 SCIENCE CLUB 50,51 Scott, Craig Seburg, Sheri 59,64,92,115,118,158,160 Seevers, Gary 126 Seevers, Phil 60 Seevers, Thelma 126 Seevers, Tim 60 Sellon, Dan 60 Sellon, Dennis 86,125,26 SENIORS 96-97 Shanahan, Steven 130,135 156 - Index Index Bear Tracks staff. Row 1 - David Fox, Marty Uitts, Ron Sorensen and Heidi Reyzlik. Row 2 - Jennifer Kros, Brady Svendgard, Layne Beemer and Suzie Edged. Row 3 - Pete Svendgard, Mike Andreasen, Scott Fox, Corey Kneifl and sponsor Bob Bair. Not pic- tured: Bill Ekeler and Justin Flynn. Tattler staff. Row 1 - Terri Martin, Layne Beemer, Marty Uitts, Jennifer Kros and Heidi Reyzlik. Row 2 - Corey Kneifl, David Fox, Brady Svendgard, Ron Sorensen and Suzie Edged. Row 3 - Mike Andreasen, Scott Fox, Pete Svendgard and Alex Abariotes. Not pic- tured: Bid Ekeler and Justin Flynn. Index - 157 Index Sharp, Jay 96g Sharp, Shannon Sharp, Slade 68,86,118 Sheardown, Jason 111 Shearer, Paula 44,111,159 Shearman, Brian 4,11,66,96g,152 Short, Clinton 5,103 Shumake, Clark 111,154,155 Shuster, Sheryl 4,29,37,45,62,70,71,75,92,96g, 153,155,158 Simpson, Kari 54,103,150,155 Smetana, Louis 111,148 Smith, Candance 96h Smith, Dale 72,128 Smith, Elizabeth 128 Smith, Kim 96h,141,159 Smith, Kimberly 111,152 Smith, Lisa 128,150 Smith, Loran (Chip) 118 Smith, Lori 103,143,159 Smith, Michaela 103 Smith, Nathan 26,104,152 Smith, Pamela 96h,141 Smith, Wendy 103,149 Snover, Bethany 118,155 Solomon, Edith 128,162 Sonderup, Gail 118 SOPHOMORES 106-113 Sorensen, Christopher 14,23,36,111,148,149,152, 155,158,160 Sorensen, Mary (Janace) 111,150 Sorensen, Ronald 7,15,21,24,25.27,96h,150,154, 155,157 Spafford, Davina 118,150,155 SPIRIT 18,19 Sprau, Donnie 96h Student Council. Row 1 - Heidi Reyzlik, Craig Hanson and Janet Kruse. Row 2 - Joseph Kehm, Tony Little, Sheri Seburg, Cheri Rath- jen, Becky Vinton and Cindy Heimann. Row 3 - Nathan Funk, Jason Combs, Chris Soren- sen, Carrie Aman, Layne Beemer, Sheryl Shuster and Curt Thomas. Row 4 - Joel Jor- gensen, Beth Heimann, Cyndi Wrightson, Jodi Kruse, Meredith Dickerson, Kathy Glee- son, Kelly Ryan and sponsor Paul Kolb. Row 5 - Molly Vinton, Lisa Trolson, Mindy Suver- krubbe, Tawnya Roberts, Keri Trolson, Barb Wrightson, Crystal Novak, Adam Riddle, Trent Carmichael and Jason Jorgensen. Not pictured: Alex Abariotes and Scott Fox. Springer, Stacy 96h,139,147 Stark, Jeanne 125,128,159 Starman, Julie 111,152 STAFF 122-131 Steffen, Jamie 103,111 Stender, Roger 48,128 Stender, Susan 96h,149 Stevens, Angela 103 Stevens, Holly 8,83,118,155 Steward, Mary 131 Stewart, Jamie 111 Stewart, Jay 89,118 Stewart, Jeanne 131 Stier, Diana 132 Stirek, Brent 8,118 Stoddard, Philip 40,66,111,148 Stoddard, Timothy 118,146 Stratbucker, Ann 96h,139 Stratman, John 96h Stratman, Melissa 118,159 STUDENT COUNCIL 42,43 Sully, Mary 133 SUMMER 8,9 Surls, Jeanne 111 Suverkrubbe, Melinda 18,47,118 Suverkrubbe, Michael 5,23,42,66,96h,158 Svendgard, Aaron, 60,61,105,111 Svendgard, Brady 36,68,103,137,157 Svendgard, Peter 29,53,57,59,60,72,73,92,96h, 152,157,163 Swanson, Cary 120 Swanson, Christine 64,96h,152 Swanson, LeeRoy 133 Swanson, Mitchell 118 Sweezey, Jeffrey 66,111 Szawicki, Stephanie 96h T Taylor, Ann 96h, 160 Taylor, Rebecca 75,111,155 Taylor, Sue 128 Teach, Fred 128 TEACHERS 122-129 Thallas, Ramona 96h Thallas, Shane 9,66,68,76,77,80,103 Thiede, Jini 111 Thielen, Betty 131 Thomas, Curtis 66,68,91,96h,158 Thompson, Alan 66,111,147 Thompson, Curtis 42,152 Thompson, Randall 111,156 Thompson, Stacy 112,149,150,154,155,160 Thorpe, Kevin 112 Tierney, Shawna 85,121,159 Timm, John 121 Timperley, Angela 19,104,152 Timperley, Beth 130 Toelke, Scott 112 Torrance, Robert 96h,153 TRACK 74-77 Trask, Angela 131 Travaille, Ryan 23,112,154,155,160 Travis, Tina 104 Travis, Traci 64,75,112 Trolson, Keri 75,84,121,158 Trolson, Lisa 75,83,84,85,115,121,158 Trolson, Richard 128 Truhlsen, Trudy 132 Trumble, Sue 112 Tucker, Donna 128 158 - Index Index U Uehling, Peggy 104,150 Uitts, Marty 30,42,56,60,66,67,72,73,77,92,960, 96h,150,152.157,162 V VanCleave, James 128,137,163 VanScoy, Jason 66,72,80,89,104,137 VARSITY SPORTS 62-79 Vercruysse, Elizabeth 46,59,64,104,136,143,149, 154,155,160,161 Vinton, Molly 121,158 Vinton, Rebecca 4,18,24,25.29,39,79,92,99.104, 149,154,158,159 VOCAL MUSIC 38,39 VOLLEYBALL 62,63 Vondra, Kelli 8,121 Vondra, Traci 8,104,152 W Wachowicz, Peggy 112,155,160 Wacker, Scott 121 Wallace, Don 36,49,128,156 Warbington, Rachel 19,112,113 Ward, Vincent 16,50,51,96h,150 Wardell, Richard 133 Warden, William 68,105,112,149,159,160 Warren, LaDona 130 Warrick, Markee 121,159 Watson, Amber 96h,149 Watts, Edward 59,72,77,104 Webster, David 66,104 Wedel, Peg 131 Wedel, Scott 77,104 Wederquist, Kyle 104 Weeces, Terri 128 WEEKENDS 10,11 Weeks, Catherine 104,149,159,160 WEIGHTLIFTING 80,81 Weinfurtner, Kurt 96h Welch, Kevin 121,160 Wenz, Jeremy 81,163 District Vocal Music participants. Row 1- Steve Picton, Becky Vinton, Melissia Brickey and director Dave Carlsen. Row 2-Ann Krogh, Penny McIntosh and Craig Hanson. Not pictured: Eric Otte. Spanish Club. Row 1 - sponsor Jeanne Stark, Lori Smith, Jodee Pleskac, Emily Horn and Crystal Novak. Row 2 - Krista McKain, Karen Riley, Andrea Johnson, Lisa Lund, Cathy Weeks, Linda Meyer and Anna Niziolek. Row 3 - Tracy Fitchhorn, Cyndi Wrightson, Jenni Christensen, Danette Runyon, Paula Shearer, Melissa Stratman, Shawna Tierney and Beth Rahlfs. Row 4 - Kelli Hansen, Amy Metzler, Tonia Leonard, Kim Smith, Becky Porter, Vicki Wooley, Mar- kee Warrick and Megan O’Hanlon. Row 4 - Michelle Christensen, Jennifer Hindley, Sarah Eppley, Nathan Funk, Bill Wardell, Ruth McGuire, Amy Peterson and Evenstar Willadsen. Row 5 - Matt Lorentzen, Troy Hartvigsen, Chad Kjeldgaard, Chris Bilau, Terry Perfect, Mike Mai, Chris Erickson, Richard Ray, Sean Grover, Trent Carmichael and J.J. Ihrke. Index - 159 Index Wenz, Timothy 96h West, Sheila 112 Whitaker, Kirsten 79,121,155 White, Kathy 130 Widtfeldt, John 104 Wiese, Susan 112 Wiese, Steven 121 Wiese, Timothy 96h Willadsen, Evenstar 121,155,159,160 Williams, Rob 129 Williby, Jason 112,155 Williby, Lena Mae 131 Willmott, Jason 121 Wilson, Andrea 104,152 Wilson, George 43 WILSON CUP 22,23 Wohlers, Marlee 62,96h,140,141 Wolff, Frank (Matthew) 6,8,37,64,65,77,92,96h Wolff, Ronald (Jay) 17,104,152 Woodhull, Brenda 7,71,74,75,104,153 Woodhull, Donna 112 Woodhull, Valerie 96h Woodring, Bridgette 104,121,142,143,152,153 Wooldridge, Dawn 104 Wooldridge, Victor (Lee) 66,96h Wooley, Lauri 121,155 Wooley, Vicki 121,159 Wrightson, Barbara 29,45,104,142,158 Wrightson, Cyndi 26,75,106,112,149,158,159 Wrightson, Rebecca 96h Wulf, Eric 96e,126 Wulf, Mark 96h,152 Wulf, Michael 104 Wulf, Rebecca 128,149,162 Bear Tales, Row 1 - Steve Picton and Craig Hanson. Row 2 ■ Bill Wardell, Greg Huff, Derek Brummer, Kathy Bagby and sponsor Karen Grinberg. Row 3 - Cathy Weeks, Stacy Thompson, Jolene Opfer, Julie Jorgensen and Annie Taylor. Row 4 - Chris Sorensen, Nathan Funk, Pam Jaworski, Stacy Peterson, Janet Kruse and Matthew Ramspott. Y Vothers, Tina 109 Z Zadow, Doug 87,150 Zolck, Dennis 112 Zolck, John 14,96h,155 Forensics Club. Row 1 - Michelle Edwards, Andrea Johnson, Liz Vercruysse, Kristi Ol- sen, Peggy Wachowicz and Amy Eppley. Row 2 - Amy Peterson, Lissa Erickson, Even- star Willadsen, Joseph Kehm, Sheri Seburg, Stacy Thompson, Tammie Jensen and spon- sor Dawn Nielsen. Row 3 - Kevin Welch, Steve Picton, Ryan Travaille, John Nielsen, Cathy Weeks, Meredith Dickerson, Lyle Pille, Matt Kehm and sponsor Joe Anderson. 160 - Index Colophon The 1988 Tattler is the seventy- second yearbook produced by the students of Blair High School. The book was printed by Walsworth Publishing Company, Marceline, Mis- souri. Mr. Greg Adams was the staff’s company representative. Magazine layout was used through- out the book, with each section utiliz- ing a different headline and copy structure. All body copy was set in 10 point Triumvirate. Cutlines were set in 8 point Triumvirate bold and the index was set in 8 point. Feature copy was set 3 inches wide in 14 point Trium- virate. Folios were 10 point. Headlines in the Student Life sec- tion were modified tripods with 72 point initial letters. The remainder of each headline was set in 3 point Tri- umvirate bold. A 2 point black tool line boxed each head. The Organizations section used a 24 point boxed lead-in with copy over- burned on a 30 percent black back- ground. The main headline was 42 point. Headlines in the Sports section were characterized by a 48 point main deck set in 50 percent black lettering and boxed inside a 2 point black tool line. The secondary deck, in down- style, was 24 points. Scoreboards were 8 point Triumvirate with sub- heads in bold. That element was overburned on a 30 percent black background. A 30 point lead-in was used in the People section. The main deck used a 72 point initial letter with the re- mainder of the headline set in 48 point type. The Academics section used a sin- gle banner set in 36 point Triumvirate bold. The shadow boxes behind the tilted pictures were 20 percent black. The Glotone cover was designed by the staff. It is printed in Flag Blue 306 with a horizontal band in Flame Orange 502. Endsheets were unprint- ed light blue paper stock. The paper stock is enamel. There were 430 books printed. Subscription rates were $17 during a three-week sales campaign. Those purchasing books later were charged $25. Name imprints cost each student an addi- tional $2. Special thanks to Jack Martin Stu- dios of Omaha who provided mug- shots, to Enterprise Publishing and Publication Printing. A lot of political success Involves getting tne voters' attention as juniors Liz Vercruysse and Matt Mathiesen try to do just that as stu- dents drive to school the morning of the Stu- dent Council elections. Matt succeeded in winning the election to become the student body treasurer. Liz fell short in her bid to be- come recording secretary. The Tattler belongs to the Nebraska High School Press Association, the National Scholastic Press Association and Quill and Scroll. Staff members attended workshops sponsored by Walsworth Publishing Company, NHSPA and NSPA. The 1987 Tattler received NHSPA’s Cornhusker Award and was named fifth best in overall excellence in com- petition at the NSPA national con- vention. Mr. Bob Bair advised the yearbook staff. Mike Andreasen and Scott Fox were co-editors. Staff members in- cluded Alex Abariotes, Layne Beemer, Suzie Edgell, Bill Ekeler, Justin Flynn, David Fox, Corey Kneifl, Jennifer Kros, Terri Martin, Ron Sorensen, Brady Svendgard, Pete Svendgard and Marty Uitts. The staff completed production on June 9, 1988. Colophon - 161 Hoope inslow A'WASHIN BLAIR. Nickerson I North Rogers j 7 gend FREMONT Kennard Arlington 7 v' Linwood Morse Wa'shingtonTl Teachers Edith Solomon, Karen Gengen- bach, Jane Lemon, Ricki Wulf, Jean Hund- toft and Gayln Delimont (top) present a California Raisins skit during the pep rally for retiring principal Gene Baumert. Baumert (bottom) bids his final farewells to students as they leave the parking lot on the last day of classes. For seniors, the conclusion of the school year was, literally, the end of an era. For underclassmen, May merely offered a pause in their high school lives. Pulling for each other, struggling to apply the finishing touches, work- ing overtime to meet certain dead- lines, time was always precious. Now, however, with an opportunity to reflect, we can appreciate the memories of living on the edge. Seniors Layne Beemer, Marty Uitts and Pete Svendgard work on an American literature mural of Ernest Hemingway during a study hall period. Living on the Edge 162 - Closing Bill Ekeler heads the team and Jeremy Wenz and Joe Kennedy anchor the juniors’ tug- of-war team during Wilson Cup action. The juniors were successful in this event and went on to win the Wilson Cup. Returning to school for one final activity, Senior Class officers Kelly Ryan, Kim Schref- fler, Kathy Gleeson and Heidi Reyzlik paint the wall design for commencement. Art teacher Jim VanCleave stands by to offer as- sistance. Closing - 163 mWALS WORTH PUBLISHING COMPANY A ✓ r •5 t f mWALS WORTH PUBLISHING COMPANY MARCELINK. MISSOURI I'8 A