Blue Springs Junior High School - Wildcats Yearbook (Blue Springs, MO)

Text from Pages 1 - 128 of the 1981 volume:

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But it has also given us the opportunity to play games in the high school field house, to have better facilities in the west wing, and to show the community the school district, and ourselves that nothing can keep us down. No matter how devastating the fire was to our building, the BSJH students and staff will keep moving right along. Before the fire and after the fire are time references that will be used for years to come but the students and staff of 1980-81 are the ones who will remember all the challenging events they experienced. They are the ones who know first hand that Blue Springs Junior High can't be held back Q ,ix X, D 'Qi of 7 y 'D Q 4 ,,' VV i 4 , 41 ml .Y ' W I. 4, if 4 4 f I . 1 M' Z , I f 1.1 4' 'QQ' H A ,,,A , I X if 5 4 :Z 5 W WK. X My ' 1 Q ' 'f K' 7 2 Z 'P 1 A I, ,.,, . f ' ,..as'- M4f e ' 'ff 3 W., f 11 1 , 5 xg -s X ff, f V V ff. ff 1 xl, , fy, 1 , Q , I X w ' ' 1 1 w ,ff k X . 0 4' A 4 if Q Af 4' 4 ' 41 M M 115' , ,, . WX 2 . 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J f 1 4 l l Dear Mr Georgeff Every prlmclpal accomplishes something for his school But you have accomplished the bulldlng and rebulldlng of our school Belng the best IS an Important part of your llfe You were an All American ln football and basketball durlng college You were a wmmng basketball coach at Blue Springs Hugh School from 1952 to 1959 Each year since you became prlnclpal you have lead our school through perpetual growth not only In slze but also In academic endeavors Under your leadership BSJH became the third junlor hugh school In the state to be North Central accredited Anyone who knows you IS aware of the many facets of your llfe You are a dedicated husband and father an avld golfer and an accomplished photographer You have been the keynote speaker at meetings of professlonal educators Those teachers and students who have worked wlth you have found you to be a compasslonate falr and caring person You can always be counted on to smile and to go that extra mule for all of those with whom you become Involved lt IS to you Gul Georgeff that we dedlcate thus book Fondly The Classes and Staff 1952 1981 X A . 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A busy student's life is always moving right along. iw' W fi A Day In The Life Of A Wildcat ,LW Wildcats Sell Subscriptions Successfully NR This year it was done! The Wildcats raised more money during the magazine sales drive than ever before. Last year's record was broken. Over 317,000 was collected. Prizes were given to the top three winning classes. The class which raised the most money received a pizza party. The second place class won a peppermint spirit stick for each student in the class. Everyone in the third place class shared a 10 pound Hershey Bar! All students who helped in the annual magazine drive by selling subscriptions in the community were rewarded. Some of the special prizes were posters, candy bars, spirit towels, stuffed animals, and Frisbees. Wildcats moved themselves right into a successful sales campaign. 9, :CDT , Q , l :Mg--Xl? YlQ!,t :CiJ,g EN fvxxb if-X fs I Student Winners The Wildcats pictured on these two pages are winners by both chance and effort. Some won money in a drawing, while others received prizes in the candy bars that they had won for selling magazine subscriptions. Still others were rewarded for their outstanding efforts in this school endeavor. ,fIQ. , ,ff ,, 2 ,ff , . 0 ll W if 4, ,Q fir, ,, 'ft ff fy, K bk L lx. Il, tty V fm, X if ll fufl V, 'N' li lkl xi' f f U kr V! 'X 'lv7X-172 'Lv 4' --X f -f' 'Xl I' 1 2 'ki' 57 ll -- P454 ',' J , , . AX f ,' ,X , 'X Z' -f' -1 We do-'A 'f Qi' of J swf 'sf 1- -fr -, V xg, ire: I Yq A lf., sl lx I: A V . , ,ggflf fyfflylyfglf Q xx Xl- V 'MQ Q Mfr K! K' X 'J' J myfQl,3f yigl,-fff1,,- Lk,- ' -f - 'E' Af V ,Z 1 C! 'X' 1, X. Q, . ,.,ff 4' - -'. X-1 N' .f , ,.. , . f. - . Gur United Efforts Help United Way Each year students have an opportunity to contribute to the United Way campaign. lt is always a goal to top last year's total money collected. B.S.J.H.'ers were able to raise S700 in the 1980 effort. This, of course, beat the past record. For each 250: donated, the doner was entitled to guess how many pieces of gum were in the big bubble gum jar located in the library. The students who guessed closest to the actual number of pieces of gum were Doug Bliss, Tim Lemport, Myke Jones, Julie Purtyman, and Chris Lucas. The classes which contributed the most amount of money were those of Mr. Settles and Mrs. Cesaretti. These two classes were treated to a taco party at Patricio's during 3rd and 4th hour. 14 ,fa f ' A ' ff 'TLJN' T T ri fl fb KA 'T K- 1 X fl , , 9 -.K fv V ' ' l . , 1 - V . ' ' N J ' '.!i - i' 1 ff li y . , U f Success Comes in Cans Another event which displayed the generosity of the Wildcats was the canned food drive. This effort was to assist families in the local community. The, goods donated were collected by the Coordinating Council of Social Services of Blue Springs which also had the responsibility to distributing them. The drive was sponsored by the Student Council. Two classes were winners at bringing in their canned foods. They each got a doughnut party. They were the first hour classes of Coach Fritchie and Coach Moran. 17: Y .iv T ix ll il' -T l ' f V ll I gl fb 'T fl A ' ff s l- uf' ' l f fi f dmabuf lu.,2.u.1g.+2+, la 'li RPQKS Spirit Week at BSJH was bigger and better than ever this year. Sponsored by the Student Council, Spirit Week began with Depression Day. Spirited Wildcats dragged out any old costume they could find from the 1930's. A favorite for everyone was Emergency Day, when students and staff alike faked an ouchie. The rest of the week, enthusiasm was demonstrated with Yesterdays, any fashion period from the last century, Crazy Day, wild socks, hair, and sunglassesg and Wildcat Day, a chance to wear purple and gold, carry Wildcat Banners, and show pride in our school. Spirit Week is enough to keep any Wildcat Moving Right Along. ABOVE - The home room winners were just a sampling of the students who took part in the last day of Spirit Week on Wildcat Day. RIGHT - Yesterdays winners, Kevin Stone, Leanora Brancato, Joelle Purvis, and Doug Gossett show typlcal Wildcat ingenuity. NEXT PAGE TOP LEFT - Brian Wroten, Kris Kelly, Traci Pulliam, and Diane Wilcox were almost broken beyond repair. TOP RIGHT - Not to be out-done, the Crazy Day winners, Ray Cotrel, Kim Corley, Jon Keck, and Lisa Curtis show just how wild Wildcats can be. BOTTOM - Yesterdays winners include antebellum costumes, gay nineties, roaring twenties, and fabulous fifties. fit ,. ,, . 77 5, gf H it ,ff 7 J, E Ugg! , i H f , .f A - ,V-il A ,, f or - ff ie , of , U Spirit Week We've Got Spirit -'-4u,.,i It may be hard to believe, but junior high school students still dress up for Halloween. What a good job they do of it! Frightening creatures, spooks, and fantasy folk could be seen everywhere during the Halloween dress up day. Some students could not even be recognized. Teachers also joined in the fun with costumes. lt gave everyone a chance to have a good laugh and get into the spirit. fx- fl if Y fSi'F'P'A Q. f it is . ,-VW' AW Floam The Halls On Halloween , ,,,,.. li. N. if-1 1. -J . HY -4'-J., C.,,,.,V,. Doug, Tim And Greg Blue Springs Junior High is a school made up of winners. There are some special winners, however, that should be recognized. These people have excelled in their special fields thereby enhancing their contribution to their school. sweep., ,' QQ. , .,., , .0 ' ,H gAs1Qgqg-f rrr , , 2,,,j'yjl Mm W , , 'X ' ,, f, ,ff , f ., Li . :N 1 A V fu.: ' 'T . Av ,, W . V It 'f ,, J uf vii, ' ,M -V .7. . I Z, fl ' ' nf A -' fi. ,f 1 ' ' I 5 fig. . V :Wa , f '44 f' 'eff....s.,e Q 'X , ' if fffw . ff x aww X,-V g. ' 2 I , ,lf M':3'55'7 ' 1, 'I ' Doug Kingsley, a freshman, is a runner. He ran in the East Coast Classics held in Baltimore, Maryland in 1980. He came in first in both the mile and the half-mile. Doug set the national record for the mile. He also took first place for the mile run in Dayton, Ohio at the United States Track and Field Federation national meet. There he set the record for the two mile run. In San Francisco at the AAU national championships, Doug came in second for both the mile and the half-mile. VW' M' at W l ,r i Br ng Honors To B S J H Ask Tim Wilkins the spelling of any word and he'll give it to you. Tim was BSJH's spelling bee winner who participated in the Jackson County Spelling Bee. There he won first and received an all-expense paid trip to Washington, D.C. At the national spelling bee, Tim placed fifth. Greg Osborne's talent is of a musical nature. Greg has composed two songs which have won him honors. They both received first place awards at the annual Missouri PTSA cultural arts contest. One of these compositions he completed while in 7th grade and one while he was in 8th grade. His latest effort won him a second place at the contest on a national level. V -V --f,,,5.ft,1e.11-M -:J-:SeriP -is -.N-ro'f Lii?:s z .-M ' ,:-,,,' ..--L- ,,..W.....- .-..,,.,..-,.,,, -..L Student Council The 1980-81 Student Council has kept Wildcats on the move. The home room representatives have had the responsibilities of getting home rooms organized for the magazine drive, urging classmates contribution to the United Way, and seeing to it that canned goods were collected for that annual project. These representatives are elected in the fall from each first hour class. The members-at-large attended regular student council meetings and helped in decision making of the council. Members-at-large head committees, help at dances, and handle other responsibilities. These people are elected by the student body in the spring. Each grade level has five members-at-large. The officers of Student Council are elected at the same time as members-at-large. Planning a Christmas project are the members-at-large, David Henderson, Darci Hansen, Jon Keck. Tammy Quick, Robin Harmon, Tonja Schuepbach, Roxanne Anderson, and Jeff Bolin. Not pictured are Mary Bruening, and Denlce McCluhan. in ..- , X KA .: ,.- xy- E E A v pn V E t f-N' if Q rug'-'LZ' The students who led this year's council in a variety of activities are Dlane Wilcox, treasurerf Angela Read, presidentg Sabrina Dill, vice president: and Mike Jones, secretary. The Student Council homeroom representatives for 1980-81 are: 1st row: Jeff Owen, Diana Morris, Janet Stanton, Shawn Ulmer, Shelley Williams, Lesley Borris, Susie Anderson, 2nd row: Robin Hybkl, Sonla Williams, Carla Martinez, Tami Fischer, Kelly Elms, Debbie Stone, Joanna Handley, Barbara Lewis. 3rd row: Tim Jones, Todd Bruner, Brad Taylor, Jeff West, Joe Patterson, Holly Nolen, Terri Wilhite. 4th row: Joel Van Camp, Tlm Jones, Brett Link, Doug Gossett, Mitch Canseco, Kevin O'Neill, Steve Howard. lmao .Q seatliai . T ,.,5.jg.,L1+ 1 ,jf,,,g.,Q . Cats Catch Boogie Fever School dances are anticipated events at BSJH. They are usually sponsored by the PTSA or the Student Council. Tickets given at the front door entitle the bearer to free refreshments which always include a Coke and maybe some donuts or cookies. Wildcats dance, move, and visit with each other. A musical background might be a band such as Kindred or a disc jockey from a local radio station. lt's obvious that everyone enjoys the dances as they are always well attended. It's a time when Wildcats can be seen on the move. l :,.Q:.:.f,,4.jg.g. 44: ' , .:g:.i::e:1:g:t' -5' 'T.Q'.f:::.r - U iq Cheerleaders Spirit, Drive, Ability, We're the best as you can see. This chant along with many others showed the strong Wildcat Spirit of BSJH. The same enthusiasm was responsible for the successful assemblies and cheering sections at games. T The 1980-81 cheerleaders were chosen on the basis of personality, performance of cheers, originality, and many smiles. The 23 cheerleaders kept BSJH spirit moving right along. fl ..affix-xiwvavwJ,::am'ifvx1S42f'if :Jer zy -f l faq 'fm - A Right behind the cheerleaders this year were the sponsors, Miss Badura and Mrs. Potter. They could be found at every game and practice giving constant support to their girls. Miss Badura sometimes even supplied taxi service to the volleyball games, which were played at the high school field house. Choir Classes Prove Members of the eighth grade mixed choir provided entertainment for family and friends at several concerts. Those pictured are 1st row: David Farmer, Thomas McGee, David Burkhart, Tammy Turner, David Bivens. 2nd row: Carrie Clark, Kim Winstead, Paula Ouerry, Tammy Fischer, Cynthia Burton, Terry Nickel, Merina Rolfsness, Sarah Reading, Stephanie Kirkendall, Mrs. Ladona Cox. 3rd row: Lisa Lighthill, Susie Sanderson, Siobhan Bowe, Stacy Frazier, Yvonne Robinett, Vickie Williams, Chris Chubick. 4th row: Carrie Bottcher, Kelly Price, Lisa Gonzales, Julie Purtyman, Kellie Cleveland, Traci Luttrell, Susie Steirwalt, Carla Walgamott, Brad Stegmaier. 5th row: Donna Atterbury, Lorrie Lovett, Merile Perrin, Susan Maggard, Helmer Jensen, Scott Lyons, Andy Joslyn, David Sanders, Todd Bruner. Those not pictured were Eric Obersteadt, Traci Baker, Ryan Newport, Cindy Phillips, Shevaun Reed, Shalmarie Shaw, Mike Corbett, Cindy Harris, Cherlyn McGowan, Dana Reynolds, Monte Collins, Rena Cooper, Carolee Mitchell. Many BSJHers participated in ninth grade mixed choir. They are 1st row: Mrs. Ladona Cox, Gina Taylor, Jeanine Girardi. 2nd row: Fiay Cotrel, Susan Sowerby, Karl Witte, Steve Hopkins, Walt Duryea, Travis Graham, Kim Coker, Tammy Fincher, Terri Barnes. 3rd row: Kim Smith, Kathy Harris, Christine Glascock, Jennifer Mullican, Joan Bartsche, Joyce Ruggles, Randy Lin- demann, Todd Neff Cary Valentine, Kristi Practice Makes Perfect Schwartz, Mike Horn, Andrea McCoy, Joni Lane. 4th row: Michele Taylor, Tiffany Stacey, Kirsten Houk, Trudy Anderson, Darci Hansen, Priscilla Abundis, Mike Childs, Mark Crawford, Randy Kirkpatrick, Chi Yi, Robbie Clements, Joe Zeller, Mike Dryer, Kris Kelly, Jennifer Martin, Stephanie Titus. Not pictured were Kevin Barrett, Donald Frame, Russell Horne, and Bruce Harken. T The girls' choir performed for several concerts. Those pictured are 1st row: Mrs. Ladona Cox. 2nd row: Sherrie Dornon, Joanna Handley, Diane Underwood, Laura Heuremann, Rona Surdin, Kay Campbell, Kellie Cutshall, Sue Nolen. 3rd row: Lori Moran, Marcia Stever, Melanie Flenshaw, Christy Bruner, Kris Hanson, Sara Kirts. 4th row: Melissa Eichmann, Sherrie French, April Denrow, Kellie Parish, and Sandy Gibson. Girls not pictured are Ftaina Abdul-Haqq, Debbie Allison, Gena Flack, Polly Hicks, Pam Malicoat, Judy St. Clair, Teresa Korte. t .'f'---- 4.. A. . ..... M -...vp A,sLclb, ..-,.,A.,... . . , .4 U- .., Musical WlIdC8.tS To the surprise of some and the expectations of others, members of the 8th and 9th grade mixed choir and the 9th grade symphonic band were chosen as select groups to perform at the Missouri Music Educatiors Association Convention. This annual convention was held on a pleasant January weekend at Tan-Tar-A, a resort in the Ozarks. lt was a great honor for the BSJHer's to be chosen. This was the first time that groups from the Fl-IV Schools were selected to appear. Though there were many musical groups representing many schools at this convention, the Blue Springs group was the only junior high school in attendance. Because the band was scheduled for an early morning performance, they departed for Tan-Tar-A on the previous afternoon. This enabled them to enjoy an evening of resort life. s While the band was bu members of MMEA, the choir was on Ozarks. They had time during the resort, visit other renditions of their a time to be va Travel to Tan-Tar-A .L S 'P x , -J, tl H V D 3 Blend Beautifully l a ll l l I l l l ll . l l , l l ,I l 4 E. 1 ll l 1- .ii 31 l 1 f - M ,ll , V a- -we V---VA-fs-Y----we-fwfwef--anNN-f----H-'f'W' w rn 'egg- ' ggw,,,,,,,a,a....,,..,,-a..-....1n. Newspaper Staff ge, 9,5 L .wx Wx M 3 - 5, N M . 1 . g 1 1' 1 if ts 7 'L If 7, '37 -M4 A 1 fn. w-Q-5, f Y A 1 1 1 'AQ j, f .J f 1 lyk' H g .3 , 1,5 1 Members of the 1980-81 Courier staff were: Mike Connor, Jennifer Brown, Cara Klrts, Lesa Brazell, Melanie Whittlesey. 2nd row: Doug Gossett, Rachel Tolliver, Susan Sowerby, Cary Valentine. 3rd row: Joni Lane, Rick Leavitt, Pam Harvell, and Jody Schneider. Not pictured are Travis Graham, Coy Butner, Sherri White, and Don Vantrees. I U 4 fr 'W' Mrs. Keal, the newspaper sponsor, guided her staff in the writing and publishing of the BSJH monthly paper. The editor for 1980-81 was Doug Gossett. The assistant editors were Rick Leavitt and Joni Lane. Yearbook Staff Members of the yearbook staff would love to be moving right along in a car like this ln front of the car are Leanora Brancato Gretchen Keller, Dana Reynolds, Rhonda Roberts, and Sherri Stockton. ln the back are: Carolyn Venick June Watson Jill Gladbach Mike Pozycki, and Darci Hansen. Many people worked as members of the staff to bring the 1981 yearbook to the Wildcats. The staff members were: Lori Beavers, Leanora Brancato, Darci Hansen, Sabrina Hedges, Gretchen Keller, Barbara Lewis, Cheryl McBee, Lori Moran, Mike Pozycki, Dana Reynolds, Sherri Stockton, Carolyn Venick and June Watson. A special thanks goes to the editor Darci Hansen. She contributed willingly of her time and talents. Other staff members who put in extra hours were Lori Beavers, Cheryl McBee, Lori Moran, Mike Pozycki, and Sherri Stockton. At right, Darci Hansen, editor, helps choose layout styles. .Lina 1 , - , W ' a up 1' . S I, -ge. I ' ' SCHOOLBUS A fuzfgrr an-FT EEE BLUE ' 'IGS I V - , ,,.,... ..,..,Y, H, ,..v.. -Y ,,.., F! r 1 I E P I l 5 . , . A7 , , Ia 443 I I 4 ' ' I. :gf FX -' -C ' 24 O I .1 ' ,J 1 ,. , - ,, tra Vu I Y 1 Students The most important people in our school are the students. They are here for such a short part of their lives, and yet it is hoped that as they grow and mature, they have learned many valuable lessons. The hope of preparing students for an uncertain future is the only treason for a Blue Springs Junior High. The classes of 1984 and 1985 are definitely moving right along , and as Wildcats before them, they will someday bring pride to our school through extraordinary accomplish- ments. 'qi l B B . A-BSC Freshmen I 1 Raina Abdul-Haqq Priscilla Abundis . at - up ' EF ' -- 4 Nrfr if u A ' Barry Adams Q i to f Peggy Adams X ssss at Tina Albert Y Tracy Ames Margaret Anderson w-...fa .,. A . Susie Anderson A -qw .1 Trudy Anderson X' u Jeff Arnold Teri Asbury Thomas Asuncion nf A vw ni.. 11 'V 4-.- Paul Atchison fe, A . Kevin Aubuchon L T, Jon Azbill X Jeff Bacus David Baird it 9 , QL it Rod Baker Tina Barnard y Beth Barnes 9 Q Karla Barnes Terri Barnes . Y' . A ,U gf as Linda Barr y Jim Barraza ' Kevin Barrett Q Kim Barthelmes Kevin Bartimus ar? ,.,, ... fs -Q 'M 1 Joan Bartshe f John Baxter .ar Ben Becker 36 J! pf., Qi! jg Q V VK,, jicgrn T-,gii:gg.ge ', -:Z g 5 V. T - ul ,Q 5, 3. , , a,,,c a A, Steve Becker Mary Behnke John Bell Tammy Bellinghausen Nat Bennett Scott Benson Leticia Berg Andrea Besses Jerry Bilotti Robert Black Chris Blackburn Doug Bliss Lesley Borris Lisa Bottcher ' Steve Bowman Jerry Bowers Richard Brady Lori Brammer Donne Braughton John Bravenec Lisa Breunig Sharon Briggs Kelly Bright Lori Bristow Brian Brittingham Brenda Brown Dan Brown Jennifer Brown Pam Brown Sharolyn Brown wwwfrrfw -amass: -'awww ,www -am K Bro-Cie Freshmen Matt Browning Christy Bruner Vickie Bumpas Jeff Burget Dan Burke John Burrows Coy Butner Lisa Buzek Shannon Bybee Dean Calvin Kay Campbell Kim Campbell 'nh Mitch Canseco Caren Carr Martha Carrico Jeanie Case Ted Casey Lenita Caskey f-3 Dennis Cassity l f -fn- :R Carolyn Caton l Ng.,. .': .. ' Maureen Cavanaugh Kevin Cernech 'X Debbie Chambers Todd Chambers X ,ag K 7 Mike childs Paul Chrisman r Jon Christiansen Kathy Clark Larry Clauder K Mark Clemmons 38 r' V 1 V - W H , , A gvuf, ,,,, ,,,-, 7- -f,- in Q I 'W' V .:t,7i.,Q,:-gf1.g:gffrfsv. -,,g-gg.t:ig rf C Freshmen Cle-Dar Ronna Cleveland Clif Clogston Christyne Cochran Chuck Cole Chris Collier Dale Connor Mike Connor Doug Cook Melissa Cook Anne Cooper Tasha Cooperwood Kym Corley Starr Cornwell V Flay Cotrel Brett Coulson Craig Cowin Tim Cox Tony Cox Todd Crabtree Susan Craver ' Karen Crawford l Mark Crawford l Kim Cross Paul Crosser Herb Crown Richard Crown Scott Cruse Kellie Cutshall T T Mike oanley Marcus Darnell , ,fmt - , f , 39 . . . . -. L . ... . . u g-,l,2g4gAlZ,-T, .. ..-.W--4: ,ff--V... E,-fN...f--...-W---e --4..,,..,H..fs.f---Y ,-,--fv-v,:.-- .. gd-fvw-V,-Vg., .--, .mgwifgl -,,, .-.-- f A 'E x 'kA hi ' .Q . .:.1.g,. A f .,. 2 ..,,. ' :ci .,'1 J, ,fi f W 'P ' ' ' N ' ' i 1 .:J..,i-.slhqsl :.,.L:a.,f ' 4 . , .. -A Eg ., ,, , Dav-Elk Freshmen Abby Davis Sherry Deckard Becky DeGraffenreid ee. A Shelly DeLaBosa 3 K it ' James Dell ' if April Denrow Mike DeWick Vonda Dieleman 7 P I David Doctor it 'Qi in Savannah Dodds I T ' Leslie Doerr Anita Dolmark in in 4 'TT' 1 ' . Qui' 7 in A Cathy Dominick Sherri Dornon , Greg Dorrance ii Mark Downs Chris Drummond Q a t, Nw-..., Mike Dryer Mike Dugger A. A Brian Duke A? Melanie Duncan Brian Dunn .... . - F x-- ' 1- -1 ' ,A.L,. , Walter Duryea A A Bobbie Eckel E 1 . X2 Bill Eckhart Brian Edwards Maria Edwards Kathleen 1 Eggleston Melissa Eichmann Becky Elam 40 639' ni y A 'r'i 7 .f- 'Maul-I Fgshmen Ell - Get Jeff Elkins Shawn Ellis Vince Engert Jerry Engler Bill Enk Jennifer Enyeart Dianne Erwin Larry Ewing Pam Fike ' Tammy Fincher Mike Fischer Brenda Fisher Gena Flack Stephanie Flaigle Keith Fletcher Tanya Flinn Steve Floyd David Folkers Tina Foster Ben Fowler Don Frame Lisa Frazier Sherri French Scott Fullerton A Cecilia Garcia Mike Garvey Lonnie Gaskill Leif Gaverth F 'S fa Todd George Brad A-Getman 41 a it l ' 1 11 1 ' . ., ,., , gf, l 1 F 1 U F V 1 V -M Y 1-Y Ni Av , u -A.,..t3,,.fi.,.t. ,S-J:-QT. , .-. A ,,,,,,.,k.t:, , .,.. ,., ,T YH .L T3.5s,117 21,217 'i so so Gib - Han Freshmen Kevin Gibson Sandy Gibson Janelle Gleseke Kim Gillison Vince Gillotti Jeanne Girardi Jill Gladbach 'Yur- Dawn Gladson Christine Glascock l Tim Glass T f Tracy Glassford Laura Glebe Wx Gary Godsy , . Doug Gossett 25. s Diane Grabb T , T Travis Graham Kelly Green P A 4 1' J . , - - ls. u-- - xv Randy Green Barbara Greer Shannon Gregory ,I til T Roxanne Griffith David Grover fd' i Nw. -.. ., 1 l C gm v. 4 v' ., ' ,,v-. U , -'-' T Gary Gumminger X -iff Troy Gunderson fx it Pat Gustin AA' Mike Hake Larry Hamilton Joanna Handley 5 Sheldon Handy 1 Darci Hansen ftsf't:f7IS'7?if 42 ' 'X7mtghis-:see.fgl2LgQ4Q4.Qs,--,,,g-,,QQQ4fQifQ,o gg - D Fl'eShm9n Han - Hol Kris Hanson Lauri Hanson Kenny Hardie d Angle Harmon Robin Harmon Darin Harrington Kathy Harris Gena Hayes Karynn Heady Joe Heard Patricia Heckler Sabrina Hedges Audrae Heermann David Henderson f K K John Hennrich Kelly Henry Laura Heuermann Laura Heusted f W, , 1 K ii' Brenda Hicks K K f Polly Hicks Rodney Hill Paul Hillson Melissa Hilsabeck X Z ' f Pat Hinkle Rhonda Hinton Kip Hirrlinger Val Hoeppner Harold Hoff Brett Holliday 1 Julie Holmes l 43 ,Yuma . - , A , , ,,,,,,,, - i 1. . . -- ,V V V' T.. . ,T - 'il--he fi w-:.g-is fT:gii?ff g4Ti.T1.:'J4qs:4- f-,::.:-'g.,r::- -S ' ' - Y,.V 4. I Mug-. Hoo - Kee Freshmen 7 Jim Hoopingarner i Jeff Hopper i T i h 4. it : S ff' M T 4, i ' ' , . t ,fat J Kevin Hopper i S f ' Tim Hormann 1: f ' S X Gina Horn i Mike Horn Kirsten Houk Q so . J gg, ff I Scott Housholder R N Steve Howard s T T Janet Hubbard K Diana Hulen Robin Hybki u ' 1 fl' - , - fl-f-f:'fi5 L . X S ' If Melanie Iser T X Richard Jackson All ' Jennifer James Scott James Karen Jenkins fi- ! ...nf , i Mike Jenne . A Carlene Johnson A ' V , J Dawna Johnson t Greg Johnson Pat Johnson Craig Jones Ken Jones Myke Jones Tim E. Jones Tim O. Jones I Gy-tv' I i I , Brian Kabet , Brian Kackley -T i . Curtis Keele 44 -r Y V , . ... .,.. .. .a. ... . 1 1 , ' 'Y' --V - -v--- - -Y-Y V -- , ,,Y,,,, NV- S -J Fl'9ShlT19l'l Kee - Lin J. D. Keele Kris Kelly Stacie Kempker Mike Kerr Bill Killham David King Doug Kingsley Randy Kirkpatrick Cara Kirts Sara Kirts D Sharon Kitching Kim Kliefoth Mike Knotts Teresa Korte Denise Krecic L Gilbert Lajoie Kim Landes Vicki Landingham Joni Lane Shelley Lane Tina Lawson Rick Leavitt Julie Lempken Barbara Lewis Matt Lewis Kerrie Lewis Craig Liggett David Lighthill Randy Lindemann Brett Link 45 G, . ,,L,,, - 4. C -. - - C - f . ,. A . , 1 , .fi ' ' Ji QQ 'Ralf ' ' L. M C , B1,1 7 'T f ,'fJ7 'T 7TfTil1 7'1 N' W ' 'C MJT Timm k ' C, L ' 'T' V K A 3 E A liflgfygggg ,gggg4,.Lgl,f.,-,,', -L, o - ' 'arf 1, -,..4i,.,,-3-1..s.Lv4f.'A:': . . ., 2 - .,.. -V:-:,.t-..,n.vffuwwi ,-I-:MJ--:2f1ff'L -' A -'- '-'--'W' A 'fo' ' A f-'M' 'A'-W-' W'- ff 'W-A Lin - May Freshmen i Gregg Linn Bill Little i i i - x Sent, i sri I at Darren Long , C B Darci Love , tit it B Dan Lovett Dan Lowery Joe Lucas tr GSX ,M . s at Sheila Luke gr l ass ' f Phil Lynch , Cheryl McBee Susan' McCloud Denice McCIuhan XL., Andrea McCoy , , ,J Bill McCracken B Wes rvlcolormin J l l Brian McGrew Sean McMahon ,,. L , A.. J W A ,QM Jim Madison L A Brian Maginness x 5 Todd Mahon A Pam Malicoat Steve Mamer Angela Mandlna Brad Martin David Martin David Martin Jamie Martin Al, - r I y Jennifer Martin ' l -J Chris Martone K Tressa Mays 46 i ' L.gs:f:14Lf-ffgLgf-li'i V gLL..,LLL-L Freshmen Mel - N0r Pam Melies Robert Metoyer Brenda Meyer Stephanie Micek Lisa Miks Kevin Miller Tyler Miller Sandy Mininger Gladys Miranda Jeff Mittie M Chris Moeller Angela Moore Bryan Moore E t. S Mitch Moore J V Lorri Moran J Shelly Morlang Jerry Mozee Jennifer Mullican J J David Naros LaDonna Nash Jim Naylor Todd Neff Gerry Neidig Dawn Nelson YA Z Mike Nelson Eiffel Nera Jeanette Newton Sue Nolen Cecelia Noll Kelly Norris 47 O'l3r - Pul Freshmen Robby O'Bryan Debbie O'Hare l Q Kevin O'NeilI P D Angela O'RiIey Eric Olson '-BX Richard Omenski l Amy Opoka l David Osborne i Greg Osborne Jay Oxborough Howard Palmer Kellie Parish Ken Parker Joe Patterson Robert Patterson Bryan Paulson Lori Payne Mark Payne ,KV Allen Peak 'V X if Bill Pierce fi 'K Ken Pittman Ronnie Pohlman Belinda Pogue Todd Polk Dee Ann Portell David Porter Lorna Powell Steve Preston Steve Prine Todd Pulliam 48 Fl'6Shm9l'l Pul - R03 Traci Pulliam Jennifer Purtyman Joelle Purvis Ronnie Quick Tammy Quick Chris Rahberger Becky Rainey Ron Rambaldo Nick Ramirez Angela Read Tim Reading Ken Ream Sonya Reece Robbie Reed Sharra Reed Melanie Renshaw Tessa Reynolds Tracy Reynolds Jay Richards Scott Ricketson Debbie Ring Janet Rishmany Teresa Ritchie Mike Roberts Rhonda Roberts WanTressa Robinson Julie Rodell Ken Rolfsness Natalie Romito Richard Rose l 49 V - . tr 1 1. - Vw. Kyo, r:15fx,, ,, mm iq''.?aQ..4:,,,f.N,Eg4L3gig-rl., ,3,:gJg,'X:gg:..:1::,:gggzgg:-:g1QT::211:Q:,.:'i.., ,,,.,.L::L.-:ii My L.. ,gaeffzl -at-S, ,Ml ang. .xiii fa .fvv-..... ,..s...K.,,-, ..,-N11-N..,Y...Y,. ..-M .,-.-,,,,,,..-.- ,, ,. ,...,-., 0, . .L f-- , ., , , .:,, .,4,:.dg Ros - Smi Freshmen i N , , -iq-71 9 1 it 'Sushi' Jim Fiosiek Paula Flosson Johnny Rowe Joyce Ruggles Jennifer Fiusert Kristy Russell Chris Saban Chris Sanders ,r Chris Sandy Lori Santangelo A Gina Saputo Lisa Saputo ' J Jeff Sargent Sandy Scherer Jimmy Schmitt Kristi Schwarz Jody Schneider Pam Schneider l Carolyn Schuh Tyler Schwope Susan Sears Tina Seemann Susie Shepherd Jeff Sherwood Pam Shipman .-4. YZ. 1. f X W7 .. Q' WW 50 Lori Shumaker Lisa Simmons Janet Simpson Diana Smith Kim Smith . Eric Snider Mike Snodgrass Randy Snow Lee Snyder Harvey Sommers Dan Somogye Susan Sowerby Lisa Spangler Sef Spee Nicole Speltz Gary Spicer Carl Spilker L Tiffany Stacy Tammy Steele Denise Stegemann Aaron Stegmaier Bob Stell Steve Sterling Marcia Stever Ed Stevison Mike Stewart Scott Stites Sherri Stockton Ellen Strange Lonnie Striegel Amy Stubblefield Ross Stubblefield Patty Styles Kim Sublette Rona Surdin S 2 is .o,Q ,gLoQLQgLlL,L1,fofgQgQggf+gg,ifQ ,g.4:' QQLL In F, , ,K , T ., L J, , ., A .,-,, ,Q , ,,,,s,,, .t,,.7., , , .N-' A-5. ef- si -5-l--as X-A 'ig-if-RJN--ff--if -f 'f V K W W YW AA 4 AM--Li ,QMDMQW 1 A iii AM , M T -w.m4t-, 1,,Ma...:af1: 11-,-aa,..4a..A W e A V-Ma' ' ' '- -' ' A ' ' L Sur - Whe W Freshmen Cindy Surface Debbie Tapella - , Gina Taylor Xa D Michele Taylor D Rodney Taylor Larry Thomas Sheila Thomas iv P 5319 I F Cindy Thompson Stephanie Titus John Toland Mya Treat Joe Tuttle ' fx ' '-s... ad 5 N., Yann. David Tyree , S if . Shawn Ulmer Dianna Underwood Luke Ungashick H James Vaughn Aff . Q 4 f Rita VanNess 4 . Don Vantress Lf: , K D Abie Velasquez ,i f-.Tu . .af1',-67 - Debby Vidican Winona Waldrup ix ir ff U ' Darren Walters Luanne Warner Dick Warnock Rick Webb Gary Wellner -ww M. A . +qQw,. K No, . Danny Westervelt S fs u Tammy Wendell W ,,a-as K 1 5- Brett Whetstone as f ilt R T iii' ,Q , 52 Haw' V, i, I a - f , , A .f Chris White Laurie White Sherri White Dan Whitney Diana Wiemann Russell Wilcox Terri Wilhite Tim Wilkins Bobby Williams Sam Williams Sonia Williams Gary Willy Russell Wilson Michelle Winfrey Monica Widsom Jeff Witherspoon Karl Witte Richard Woten Julie Wright Mike Yeager Chi Yi Bob Yocum Cindy Zane Shelby Ziegler Joe Zeller Scott Zismer Andy Zuniga Mike Zuvers Dana Hahn Cary Valentine 'L'W EQ I A Ada Bee Eighth!- Lynn Adams Nancy Adams Sean Adams Cheryl Addicott Frank Agrusa Mike Agrusa Dean Alberty Kelly Allen Micky Alley Marcia Alumbaugh Scott Alumbaugh Roxanne Anderson Mendy Andes Todd Andes Amy Antes Brian Arnold Mike Ash Steven Asuncion Brian Atterbury Donna Atterbury Chris Atwood Michelle Aufner Donnie Bachofer Tracy Baker Thane Balles Benita Barksdale Chris Barber Robert Barlow Allen Barnett Brian Barnett Todd Barrett Joe Barron Lesley Barrow Kevin Barry Dale Bartley Pam Battles Rod Baumgarner Lori Beavers Mia Beesley 'I f N l Eighth Bee - Bru Tammy Beets Susan Behnke Shannon Bell Mike Bellinghausen Fton Bennington Jeanette Bentley Mike Bergesch Keith Billups Carrie Bishop David Bivens Christina Bjorland Lorie Black Todd Black Nancy Blandford Lisa Blankenship Melissa Blankenship Tamera Blankenship Amy Bockover l John Bockover Jeff Bolin Q Chuck Bolte Stan Bonner Cari Bottcher Kenny Bowdre Siobhan Bowe Shannon Bowman Robbie Boyles Leanora Brancato Marcia Bray l t Lesa Brazell Shannon Brocklebank Virginia Bross David Brown Leslie Brown Lori Brown Todd Brown Nancy Browning Michelle Bruckner Mary Bruening l 55 l Gina Blount s S ru Coo Elghth Todd Bruner Sherry Burch David Burkart Brenda Burke Lara Burkholder Brian Burnell Jeff Burns Cynthia Burton Jeff Bush Darren Butler Ed Butler Tom Byram Ted Cameron Tim Carson Chris Case Loreen Case Deanna Cash Mary Cates Mike Chaney Melody Chapman Billy Chappell Troy Chrisman Kim Christenson Chris Chubick Jim Chung Scott Civjan Jeff Clapp Bryan Clark Carrie Clark Chris Clark Robin Clark Kevin Clemmons Kellie Cleveland David Clevenger Monte Collins Stewart Colovin Clark Conaway Traci Conco Pat Conway Troy Cook it rf? ' 7 ' Q' MWWW ElQhth Coo Doo Bart Cooper Rena Cooper Mike Corbett Stephanie Cotton Ronda Courtney S Laura Cox Mike Cox Kimberly Craig Scott Craig Sam Cramer Jennifer Crawford Todd Crockett Tim Crosser Tom Crowley Scott Croy Blake Curd Chris Curry Chris Curtis Lisa Curtis Pat D'Agostino Robbie Dale Carmen Daugherty Kathy Daugherty Julie Davis Leslie Davis Shawn Decker Tammy Decker Kent Deckert Tim Decourey Shawn DeFries Jenny Denham Lori Dewey Warren Dewey Charlie DeWitt ' Charlyn Dickensheets Jeff Dill Sabrina Dill Dennis Dodd Krister Dolmark Devin Dooly Do r G I b E I Q h t h Annette Dority Greg Duerr Becky Dull Carol Duncan April Dunne Dana Dupin Tony Edge Becki Edwards Brenda Edwards Wayne Eggers Scott Eldredge Derek Elkins Kelly Elms Eddie Erwin Mike Evans David Everett Lynn Ewing David Farmer Mike Fastnacht Michelle Fay Paula Ferguson Steve Ferguson Jeff Fischer Tami Fischer Mike Fletcher Becky Ford Carolyn Ford Missy Forinash Janell Foster Stacy Frazier Theresa Frazier Rex Gabriel Christina Garcia Mike Garcia Scott Garfield Brian Gentry Steve Gerber Janna Gibb liiff if if-' - Ti -- T f IT 4' ' T LA 'G - , M31-,. -'I-?J':-'IQLT QL iii. , 1 j ' ill! Alflijfz 5 , R , -- -- 'vf - ih J:g-:tx-5 11, - f--if: - A-f.3'T ::,t1z1::4g:.:::1 3' ': g.a::: T: : 3:1 i i ,V Eighth S ein - i-im Pat Gibb Tim Gilliam Troy Gillpatrick Michele Glascock Karen Goble Greg Godsell Lisa Gonzales Kevin Gordanier DeRee Gould 4 Darrin Graham Dawn Green Mike Gregg Paul Groner Shannon Grove Cindy Groves Scott Groves Randy Haddad Doug Hall Sherri Hamilton Susan Hamilton Chris Hampson Lori Handley John Harding Kim Harris Terri Harris John Harrison Flich Hathaway Pam Harvell Peter Hellberg Matt Henning Jayne Herbsman Leslie Heritage Gene Hibner Crystal Hilburn J Anita Hill Chris Hill I Chris Hill Stephanie Hill Jennifer Hines 59 ..f,-..-,.-.--.-. ' ' ' A' ' -M :LL .J M f -. Ho Kin Eighth Margaret Hobson Eddie Hoffman Ricky Hoffman John Hogan Brian Holliday Lee Hollis Wynell Honeycutt Kevin Hontz Trisha Hoots Larry Hopkins Lenny Horton Dawn Hudgens Kristin Huff Barbara Hunnell Shahed Hussain Tracy Huston Norman Jackman Rick Jackson Karen Jannin Helmer Jensen Michelle Jester Heath Johnson Jimmy Johnson Brad Jones Denice Jones Tami Jones Tim Jones Janice Joplin Andy Joslyn Victor Kankey Robert Karo Jim Kaske Jon Keck Carissa Keeney Norman Keith Gretchen Keller Kevin Kenefick Vikki Kincheloe Chris Kindle FQ ' W1 1' V ' L.,:,T:.,,,.,,,,..,.- vw:-,, . -,.,:,1,..L-,fX L.,,,.,... i Eighth ,f Todd King Tony King Kendra Kinkade Tracy Kirks Marcia Kling Todd Knapp Debbie Knowles Kevin Koch David Kondris Vicki Konkie Jeff Krecic A Barry Kroenke Charles Kunkel Michelle Kunz Tami Lacy ' Catarina Lake Colby Lalli Mark Lancaster Damon Land Diane Lange Todd LaPorte Brett Larsen Bernie Larson I Brian Larson Sandra Lawson Cherie Layson L Cheryl Layson Mark Leavell Charmel Lee Jung Lee Leslie Lee Mark Lefholz Mike Lefholz Jill Leighter Tim Lemport . Kevin Lewis Raymond Lewis Stacey Llddle Lisa Lighthill Kent Liles ugmmm , ' ' g Lim Mea Eighth Heather Limpus Tracy Lindsey Roger Linson Peggy Little Sharon Locket Kim Logan Laurie Logsdon Chris Long Anjanette Lopez Lorrie Lovett Chris Lucas Traci Luttrell Scott Lyons Robert McCall Jim McClain Melissa McCorkle Michele McCorkle Ray McDonald Herb McFerren Thomas McGee Ken McGonnigiI Tracey McGovern Cherlyn McGowan Becky McKenzie Jackie McKinney Karen McManamin Sharon McNew Brad McPherson Brian McRae Holly Mackender Tim Maddox Rhonda Maggard Susan Maggard Ron Maness Susan Manning Scott Mansur Carla Martinez Kevin Matchael Mike Mead Eighth Mea Leland Means Shawn Mehaffie Lori Meier Eric Mertes A Kelley Meyer Mike Meyer Susan Meyer Trevor Miller Donna Mininger Debbie Misiorowski Carolee Mitchell Lauralee Mitchell Matt Mitchell Steve Mitchell Dell Mitchem Jim Mobley Shawn Mobley Elizabeth Moore Frank Moore Marc Moore Natalie Morby Jim Morgan Brian Morris Diana Morris Julie Muff Derek Muir Chris Mulkey Trisha Murphy Mike Myers Dominic Nastasio Bob Newell Ryan Newport Doug Newton John Nichols Toni Nichols Terry Nickel John Nixon Holly Nolen Keith Novak Eric Obersteadt PM o Br our Eighth Teresa O'Bryan Melissa Oehrke Sherri O'Leary Rhonda Olds Brian O'NeilI Jeff Owen Stacy Packer Jill Palmer Paul Palmer Ernie Parker Jay Parker Chris Parks Cherry Parsons Brian Patrick Rick Patterson Scott Patterson John Pauley Kelly Pearce Merile Perrin Bev Pierce Debbi Pierce Kristy Pierce Martha Piper Wes Pittman Dwayne Pogue Joey Poindexter Kenneth Porter Holly Post Jeff Potts Cindy Powers Tom Powers Mike Pozycki Don Pratt Scott Priest Bridget Price Kelly Price Debbie Priddy Julie Purtymun Paula Querry Tim Quick M., X.. Eighth Rod Raley Raymond Ramirez Chrissy Ray Sarah Reading , Roxanna Redford Thomas Reece Shevaun Reed Ron Reeder Dana Reeves Dana Reynolds Lisa Rhinehart Mike Richardson Steve Richardson Renay Ries Ronda Ries Wendy Riffle Radell Riles Danny Rippee Adam Robe Tomi Roberts Yvonne Robinett Vicki Rockwell Jennifer Rodgers Merina Rolfsness Danny Ropar Mike Rosamond Tami Rowland Johnna Ruckman Mike Rudd Kathy Ruoff Traci Rupp Steve Russell Sherry Salisbury David Sanders LaRhonda Sanders Susie Sanderson Russell Sargent Melanie Sauer Donnie Sauter Pat Scarborough 3 C3 65 N! QL-:ku H 5 lm WV N V-I? A ,i rg i -WK W ilqzi V i i . ...VL tt rNLIiTVTi1bhk3,,,:.gj,. LLL, -,,-,-,,,,- H, , lm..-W-hi , , Yi f it Sch - Ste I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I 'NAI ' as W W ,. Q HL. , Q, -1--1. ' p -I -af' I I x, N IIV 7 f I f', I I I I I I I I 66 Jerry Scherer Jacey Schneider Pat Schnieders Denice Schoenberger Tim Schroeder Tonja Schuepbach Tim Schuh Corri Schwope Anna Scire Casey Searcy Brian Sears Layne Sedgwick John Seemann Lance Selck Johnny Self Shalmarie Shaw Travis Shelton Stephanie Shorney John Shuster Shari Simmons Mike Six John Skowronski Jeff Smith John Smith Kim Smith Lisa Smith Mike Smith Tracy Smith Joell Snow Jeanne Sole Anita Soliz Harley Sommers Pat Sowerby Tracie Sowerby Shelly Speer Kathleen Spilker Trish Spilker Angela Standley Janet Stanton Paige Steburg Eighth I N 'wtf so I, Eighth Ste Ven Robyn Steffes Brad Stegmaier April Stephenson Robert Stickley Susie Stierwalt LeeAnna Stimus Debbie Stone Kevin Stone Jerry Stowell Jim Stowell Paul Strange Grace Sturges Gayle Sutherland Beth Swanson Kirk Talbott Becky Taylor Brad Taylor John Taylor Brian Temple James Terrazas Terry Terrill Bill Thomas Eric Thomas Randy Thompson Sherry Thompson Kurt Tickemyer Michael Tolbert Rachel Tolliver Kendall Trainor Troy True Richard Trumble Jennifer Trunnels Tammy Turner Larry Tweedy Annie Uptegrove Joel VanCamp John Van Sittert Chris Velasquez Carolyn Venick rf ZW X 4 f X J 5 Q ?g, ..f ,li U ,.,f If X ' ., ' Z 7 fi ' nfl M. 1 1' I-W-,f'2l L A 1 . mf . X f.-1 'F' 3' it i' .fawhfaf ,'l'. 'SE wrweiiw -1- f l - ,gillmifr 5:--.Lee 'f1JQ.Z1,El1 leffmfw-J1-Q venllii- livin Q. :,. , -1 ii, ix wwf x L 9 l ee , - Cv-VNdV,,,,,,,.,,,, H V,,,,W,x,v,,,,g,v -, .,-. , ..A-,A-..-.fL,,..Y-,- .H - - I Shawn Ventimiglia Joel Vonholdt Craig Waldroup Joe Walker David Wallace Mike Wallace Roger Wallace Mark Ward Lance Warman Kevin Waterman June Watson Amy Watts Mendy Watts Tami Watts Lisa Weidman Jim Welland Shelly Wells Tim Welty Greg West Jeff West John West Debbie Wharton David White Jeff White Darrin Whitney Debbie Whitsitt Melanie Whittlesey Becky Wiberg Diane Wilcox Cindy Wilkinson Jim Willard Teri Willard Bill Williams Kari Williams Lonnie Williams Shelley Williams Vickie Williams Andrea Wilson Brian Wilson Eighth aa? Eighth vvii - You Eric Wilson Tim Wilson Kim Winstead 7 Carla Wolgamott Randy Wooisey Charles Wright Chris Wright Brian Wroten Nikki Yearsley X s Kenny Young 69 1 X .a Sports Football, soccer, volleyball, basketball, track, swimming. No matter what sport is a favorite to compete in or watch, Blue Springs Junior High has a sport for every Wildcat. With added incentive caused by the loss of all our trophies, the Wildcat teams kept moving right along. We had one of the best seasons ever and even added the swimming teams due to the completion of the new pool. As usual, a quick team and active crowd made the sports events some of the favorite activities at BSJH. E ,pa 44: ' . . fr:-2-1-gg-4i1,g:1Lf,,g.1 sp a ' -3 Fw N A--5-il:-T.?..z.4:f.-.,,, . --.. -..-- .iq5,5.7q.,ll.rv- . , , Z' . . ki: ,kkg N, M. -V f ., V .f -f,'- J--A f H ---H X'-Jw- h' T 'T -'T T Nvvr H 'ANYW N-mn ,Y-NYM'-M W A 'K W e Newest Sport at BSJH - i Deliver the Absentee Lists--Get a Student--Take a Z 9. 'P in C 3 8 I D! 3 Ch 2 P O S 'P 6 0 4 Q '1 .. J' Q If O' cn 0 3 Q E ua ... us I CD CD ... na CD ... C Q. CD 3 F0 I I -4 D! Jr CD DJ Z o I-O 'P I JJ c 3 I-0 o I m : U7 cv T r- o E 'P I U. QIIV 72 el' This past year, thanks to the fire, a new sport was developed at Blue Springs Junior High. It was called, Office Running. The school had been left without an intercom system. The administrative offices had to be split upt into opposite corners of the building. Several classes had to meet at the Hansel Lowe School two blocks away. Communication was at an all time low. Thus, office runners were born. These runners helped to bridge the communication gap that existed. They summoned students from class when necessary. Getting the Absentee Lists--Get a Student--Take a Note--Run to Hansel-Lowe--Deliver the Absentee Lists-- vf' ,:xi,.,,:s,-1. ssl, f gg.f1f.2e:.a::l4ffgme-.se at rkf Get 3 Slide! Office Runner information to and from Hansel Lowe was less of a problem when a runner sped along the distance. Runners delivered daily absentee lists, bulletins, and took materials to classes to be taken home with students. The office runners became an invaluable help to the school. Each hour students volunteered of their time and talents as they gave up study hall time. Everyone who served as an office runner truly kept BSJH moving right along. adent Take a Note--Run to Hansel-Lowe--Deliver the Absentee Lists--Get a Student--Take a Note--Run to Han L . , I . Q . by IVKL . . 'ik-n:..f,'.Ji .N ,H F :iiv5.,t ff V., .I In A g if' r l, I l A . A ' - A 1 -.-5-' 4 fee- 4 ' .- .J :fill-- ' . '.--.. -1: ' f' 44--. .za z,:iL..l :. ' +.'. .l:: '1f gif: fig-4LL 2r.i .' . - Q - .. -emi. QQ.. .. Q., L ., ,- QL: .E 4? Mfgw-ll:Qfxilfilfirg.?ii?is'..?i3?1,..f.',,ffl3 Q7li12l-f-li flxfm 1-'lil - 'lo-31 -'45 75' '..::.3'QQ1gg 92' :sri gg 3 l,:Q'L,.,,:...,...L Eighth Grade Football X -V , . , 1 f ,, , 5, .1 l M.,--:fL,,M-g,,w- A 'ff-vw--4--+.4....,.....L ,,.,......--- f x J f 2' pw 1-711 Pictured above are members of the 8th grade A team. 1st row: Jon Keck, Jeff West, John Nixon, Troy Cook, Kendall Trainor, Barry Kroenkeg 2nd row: Jeff Bolin, Pat Conway, Brian O'Neil, Robbie Boyles, Todd Andes, Brad McPherson, 3rd row: Chris Hampson, David Clevenger, Kenny Bowdre, Joel Von Holdt, Darren Butler, 4th row: Sherri O'Leary, Chris Parks, Joe Barron, Ernie Parker, Donnie Sauter, Victor Kankey, Ritchie Hathaway, Stacey Liddleg 5th row: Joel Snow, Kevin Waterman, Ted Cameron, Brian Holiday, Make Fastnacht, Holly Nolen, Lynn Adams, 6th row: Head Coach-Jlm Moran, Asst.-Frank Sachs, Asst.-Ron Settle, Asst.-Dave Brown. Not pictured-Steve Richardson. Pictured below are the 8th grade coaches. They are: Ron Settle, Frank Sachs, Dave Brown, and Jim Moran. A TGHITT Wildcats 6 Ervin Wildcats Ft Osage 0 Wildcats Liberty Wildcats Pleasant ea Scoreboard . . 6 BS Pe ' 0 . Wildcats 34 Raytown 16 at Q., . 20 . 0 l 'X I 1' 14 L 12 Wildcats Welcome Wins Wildcat Feet Can't Be Beat Managers for the 8th grade football team were: top, Joell Snow, Lynn Adams, Holly Noleng bottom, Sherri O'Leary, Stacey Liddle. Pictured above are members of the 8th grade B team. 1st row: Mike Tolbert, Damon Land, Ed Butler, Scott Priest, Tim Schuh, Paul Strangeg 2nd row: Frank Moore, Eric Thomas, Mike Corbett, Jim Morgan, Barry Kroenke, Tim Carson, 3rd row: Eric Wilson, Lonnie Williams, Scott Eldredge, Tom Crowley, Darrin Whitney, Brian Morrisg 4th row: Tim Jones, John Pauley, Pat Gibb, Jerry Scherer, Kent Liles, Raymond Ramirez: 5th row: Brian Gentry, Chris Hill, Scott Lyons, Pat Schnieders, John Seemanng 6th row: Dale Bartley, Paul Groner, Joel Van Camp, Greg West, 7th row: Stacey Liddle, Joel Snow, Holly Nolen, Lynn Adams, Sherri O'Learyg 8th row: Coach Dave Brown, Coach Ron Settle, Coach Jim Moran, Coach Frank Sachs. Freshman Football ... as .,. 1 Wildcats Wildcats Wildcats Wildcats Wildcats Wildcats Freshman Squad Challenges Foes While Brett Link does the exercise coach asked him to, his friends clown around. Specialty Squads Make the Difference QUARTERBA CKS Robbie Reed, Mike Connor, Kim Hirrlinger, Mitch Canseco, Brett Whetstone, Scott Stites. WIDE RECEI VERS 1st row: Brian McGrew, Mike Dugger, Keith Fletcher, Dan Whitney, Darren Long, Dan Westervelt, Ben Fowler, Dan Somogyeg 2nd row: Mike Stewart, Gerry Neidig, Troy Gunderson, Todd Crabtree, Ed Stevenson, Dale Connor, Randy Kirkpatrick, Thomas Asuncion. RUNNING BA CKS 1st row: Doug Gossett, Kevin O'NeiIl, Mike Hake, Todd Pulliam, Brett Link, 2nd row: Jeff Elkins, Mike Roberts, Craig Cowin, Jerry Bilotti, Scott Cruse. Not pictured: David Henderson. LINE BA CKEFIS 1st row: Mike Childs, Brett Holiday, Brian Brittingham, Larry Ewing, Tim Cox, Chuck Cole, Coy Butner, Ron Rombaldo, Steve Mamer, Ronnie Pohlmang 2nd row: Bill Little, Abie Valesquez, Kevin Miller, Scott James, Luke Ungashick, Paul Chrisman, Kevin Barrett, Brian Sherwood, Herb Crown, Todd Chambers. 135 W ' Their MANAGERS Top Row: Lori Moan Debbie O'Hare Jennifer Martin Bottom Row: Kris Hanson Denice McCluhan Kris Kelly f-ff W saw-f wir-2-em we-Wi ewwfiwff r 4 l l . . or ,. , . , .Q , Q, P., . .1.44,1,g::.4,Ql.:,,-:gr,44-:..,.4,,1,L' ,-.,L.,,gi3g,pM - ,1gL..,X,,-,1v,,,, ,Q ,img 1, ig 4 4, V f L I F34 H -- - ---- Y,w- --- -V -v V -,- .-,....--.-,.--, .,, , -Q-.4-Ibm, ,- , --.U V -- .-.-Q--.W +.--C- mr- ...nf ,.,,,-.-.1,. - in 7.5 Volleyball Girls Girls participating ln A team volleyball practiced and played hard. Jeanne Glrardl, Prlscllla Abundls, Terry Wilhlte, Martha Carrlco, Those girls in the 1st row are: Trudy Anderson, Pam Flke, Audrae Janet Hubbard-Manager, Dana Hahn. 3rd row: Gina Taylor. Heermann, Carolyn Schuh, Diane Grabb. 2nd row: Carolyn Caton, Members of the B volleyball team met under this tree many tlmes as the gymnasium was ln the process of construction. The glrls pictured are Llnda Barr, Jodi Schnelder, Angela Moore, Julie Wrlght, Carolyn Schuh, Andrea Basses, Rhonda Roberts, Pam Melles, Sharolyn Brown, Barbara Greer, and Tammy Wendell. Go For It Members of C volleyball team were Stephanie Cotton, Shevaun Reed, Kellie Perrlsh, Val Hoeppnen Susan McKenzie, Jennifer James, Kim Sandra Lawson, Tonja Schuepbach, Angela Standly, Rachel Tolllver, Landes, Dawn Nelson, and Missy Forinash. Those girls participating ln volleyball on the D team were: Sabrina Holly MacKender, Vlckl Konkle, Kathy Ruofh Paula Querry, Christine Dill, Sherry Thompson, Trish Spllker, Nancy Adams, Tracy Huston, Blorland, Virginia Brass, and Winona Waldrup. Miss Emily Johnson ls the A-B team coach. Mrs. Debbie Norman ls the C-D team coach. Freshman Wildcats Members of the Freshmen A team were 1st row: Mike Dryer, Jeff Mittie, Steve Mamer, Craig Jones 2nd row Steve Howard, Kevin O'Neill, Myke Jones, Mike Roberts. 3rd row: Mike Connor, Ben Fowler, Dan Somogye Chris Saban Wildcats Wildcats Wildcats Wildcats Wildcats Wildcats Wildcats Wildcats Wildcats Wildcats Wildcats Wildcats Wildcats Wildcats Wildcats Wildcats Team Scoreboard Fort Osage 43 Nowlin 57 Flaytown 57 Lee's Summit 38 Wm. Chrisman 41 Bridger 51 Ervin 45 Liberty Flockhurst Grandview East North Kansas City Park Hill North Grandview William Chrisman Bridger Smith Hale 73 , , , , l Y. Y X. i . k, W 7 . ' , .. wy- , L kiwi Kvv- :vie Y Y -A V HY WJ' wh' il Li TTY W A- V I i V QV -it Y, , ,, Y Y , , ji. , Y: Y Y - - V 471- W ,:-.-......., -.lg,,3.,,1 .....,......-V... ,., .L. - .mu 1 4 1 A ,1 Q. n I 1. L..!'a u Sl r x , if 'I Strive To Succeed Managers assisting the teams and helping the season to go smoothly were: Mendy Andes, Joell Snow, Holly Nolen, and Stacey Liddle. Eighth Grade A Team Wildcats Wildcats Wildcats Wildcats Wildcats Wildcats Wildcats Wildcats Wildcats Wildcats Wildcats Wildcats Wildcats Wildcats Wildcats Scoreboard Fort Osage Excelsior Springs Ra town Y Pleasant Lea Center Grandview Grandview 7 East Ervin Warrensburg Harrisonville Pittman Hills Liberty Pleasant Lea Center Baptiste Eighth graders who played on the B team were Mike Myers, Barry Kroenke, Troy Cook, Chrls Parks, Jon Keck Jeff White Todd Klng Todd Barrett, Matt Henning, Jeff Clapp, Colby Lalli, Jeff Bolin, John Nixon, and Scott Groves. Not pictured ls Kurt Tlckemyer e ,, vwme if V+-Q-e-e,-4-are---ff .: e ,I-.,. at-.,-T .1 E Y. . .-f-.-- . - fn. . Y. e- -ef , ,Ax 1 5' , :,j.' ,- - ,gy -gn: . , 1,1 53'-tzjggli,-QTTTI1. -f,':.f Q i ' ff ' T 21. V ai . 'w3'f12'1f 1 f ta 'j,,,,:. JILL If 2 fu- ,L , X Eg 'i rg H- 'e-Mm--'1 - '1 2,-, if 'A --f 1 :i -:fi-ff' ffl-P' 1' L Ee. --- 'l,Q.i'1,.,. ,,:gpg,,:.g-.+4fii,fxg,Z:gg4,4-iii-W-L-4414 --:gr -xafs '-1 -...il A Team Scoreboard Wildcats 25 Fort Osage 32 Wildcats 30 Lee's Summit 32 Wildcats 40 Grandview 15 Wildcats 36 Raytown 28 Wi dcats 32 William Chrisman 27 Wildcats 26 Jim Bridger 29 Wildcats 36 Ervin 28 Wi dcats 47 Palmer 14 Wildcats 34 Grandview East 20 Wildcats 37 Harrisonville 26 Wildcats 18 Fort Osage 31 Wildcats 34 Liberty 22 Wi dcats 28 Fort Osage 17 Wi dcats 32 Jim Bridger 25 Play Hard For Victories Coaches for the girls' basketball teams were George Marcum and Barbara Walker. sg:.JZ::.:.::::.7?::ggi::Z?a... ' ' Lggfgggifx, ,QL ,,:::.A 1, ,,1 ' N .L ,,Mg, Ylvll-LAT -:- and Teams Prepare of 1st row: Tonja Schuepbach, Lynn Ewlng, Nlkkl Yearsley, 2nd row: Trlsha Murphy Sherry Thompson, Diane Wllcox. 3rd row: Tracey McGovern, Kris Kindle, Holly MacKender. 4th row: Missy Forlnash, Lori Beavers, Trlsh Spllker. ,Wf For Leadership Next Year ,W i The girls pictured above are 1st row: Michele Aufner, Leslie Brown. 2nd row: Tracy Smith, -Lisa Lighthill. 3rd row: Debbie Priddy. Stephanie Shorneyq Michelle Kunz. Below left are team managers Andrea Basses and Tasha Cooperwood. K, , K Y .. . ' 'xxLL11:.:f--f-.-E.,a..g.,4,4:L.1a:::x::4a,a,:4::.-....::.4-..,4...f-.1 ,,,,. ,spew .1 . , 1 . 1 ,4,,,,H,,-M. YY ,,,,,,..V-.w.5 -V , ...N Wildcat Wrestlers Most of the 1981 wrestling competition was at high school Junior Varsity level. The wrestlers practiced at the high school daily during the season and competed with the high school team. Even though they competed against other freshmen from area schools, competition was tough. Many opponents had wrestled in YMCA programs for five or six years. Several boys on the team were stand-outs. In particular they were, Ben Becker, Dan Whitney, Mike Nelson, Tim Cox, Doug Gossett, Neidig. Coach Fritchie said that, Overall, this group of ninth graders is the best group of wrestlers that we have ever had in one class. The wrestlers participated in three tournaments. They placed second in the St. Joseph Central Frosh Tournament, third at the Winnetonka Frosh Tour- nament, and second at the Bethany Junior Varsity Tournament. These boys should provide top calibre wrestling at Blue Springs for years to come. Brett Link, Flon Bambaldo, Coy Butner and Jerry I -'gf The 1981 wrestling season saw the ninth graders working out with and competing with the high school varsity team. This gave them much valuable experience. Those on the team were 1st row: Jerry Mozee, Brett Link, Doug Gossett, Ron Fiambaldo, Jon Azbill, Coy Butner. 2nd row: Ben Becker, Steve Becker, Gary Gumminger, Sean McMahon, Jerry Neidig, Tim Cox, Mike Nelson, Dan Whitney, Carl Spilker, Chi YI, Brad Martin. Not available for pictures were Mitch Moore, Todd Polk, and Brian Brittingham. I' ...ess2Mf-.Ls-smac...a.2.m2..a..,1. tr r 1 Take Down Opponents BSJH Wrestlers Gary Gummmger Todd Polk Sean McMahon Ben Becker Dan Whitney Mitch Moore Brad Martin Mike Nelson Jerry Neidlg Steve Becker Tim Cox Carl Spilker Doug Gossett Chi Yi John elumensnihe Brian Brittingham Jon Azbill Brett Link Ron Fiambaldo Coy Butner Jerry Mozee WINS Losses 14 - 4 8 - 6 13 - 8 4 - 6 6 - 5 10 - 5 2 - 6 11 - 7 11 - 3 6 - 0 2 - 1 Coaches for the varsity team were Chuck Sears, Dwayne Fritchie, and Frank Sachs. 91 L...-as-if ..-M V - C ' -. .. V,g...,. TZQMTW' 'LV' 'T m 'X n'g:.:f V 'g1g,,:.:ggg.g:.g.ig,ui.-. ..,1ggg.,Q-,.. ... .Ll Freshmen Run 4 The Cross Country team was definitely doing some moving as they won the District, Regional, and State Championships last fall. BSJH freshmen ran with their own team as well as with the Junior Varsity and Varsity teams of the high school. Practice began for the Cross Country runners last summer. They ran 5 - 8 miles a day, no matter how high the temperature rose. ln August, training picked up to 10 miles per day as the opening of the season drew near. When school began many runners worked out in the morning before classes in addition to the 8-10 mile afternoon practice. Those participating from the Junior High were: C. J. Moeller, Doug Kingsley, Billy McCracken, John Weston, and David Porter. Doug Kingsley was one of the individuals that made winning the state meet a reality, said Coach Darling. Doug finished 20th at the state Cross Country Championships which is an accomplishment for a freshman. He also made the All-District and All-Regional Cross-Country teams. Cross Country David Porter cut almost 9 minutes off his six mile time during the season and thus became the most improved runner on the team. He should be a leader at the Junior Varsity level in 1981 and may challenge for one of the Varsity spots. C. J. Moeller ran second man on the Junior Varsity team and will be on next year's team as they will be defending their state championship title. Coach Darling said the C. J., ran very well as a freshman. One of the runners hampered by many injuries throughout the season was Bill McCracken. Bill should, however, help out on the Junior Varsity in 1981. Coach Vernon Darling, who is an outstanding runner himself shares a relaxing moment with members of his cross country team. Coach Darling was an All-American in cross country and steeplechase at Northwest Missouri State University during his college years. -1 ',w,.,, mg. , Y V. . ' 'ry' I-Lf. ...-.: . . . -.-- H - . . xii W---K ima 5-M-M-AW gn, Ai A v W i kYA4UA F AN W-'mfvww-Aww-is-lfggg , -MMA 'H--'W -jj 'Mr N-A H A '- fg,i',:,,g1, Lggig, .LL Ei ..-........ Intramurals Provided The boys who participated in intramural wrestling were all eighth graders. They are 1st row: Micky Alley, Brad Stegmaier, Bryan Clark, Adam Robe, Patt Gibb, Mike Cox, Keith Novak. 2nd row: Donnie Sauter, Darrin Whitney, Pat Schnieders, John Harding, Paul Groner, Tim Carson, Billy Chappell. 3rd row: Mike Wallace, Chris Long, Brian O'Nelll, Ray McDonald, Ernie Parker, Brian Holliday, Steve Richardson, Steve Russell. Standing in the back of the team is Coach Jim Moran. . ...-. ...- ,..,W.t, , . M., , . ., vu- ' I 'Q , 7 ' 4-f:::.:-.iw-:--:ww-Qz:1'1. 111119--f:':f:2AAf:4i:lf.,-xllmgil fra, 24:1-135:-lg::l::+ fn ,W , . 5 , , , XL Gpportunity For Many Many boys participated in intramural basketball. Some of them are 1st row: Mike Knotts, Jeff Elkins, Tony Cox, C.J. Moeller, John Backover. 2nd row: Brett Whetstone, David Henderson, Troy Cook, Pat Conway, Stuart Colovin, Steve Rickerson. 3rd row: Rod Baker, Kip Hirrlinger, Robbie Reed, Kevin AuBuchon, Mike Rosamond. 4th row: Brian Kabet, Scott Cruse, Mike Hake, Todd Pulliam, Brett Holliday Jeff Owen. Pictured at the bottom of the page is Mr. Gary Bryan. His many duties were not only counseling and passing out lunches, but also coaching boys who were interested in intramural basketball. ix 1- ,.H.,.N,.. ,4,,. ,,..,,...., A Tracksters 4 v '7!:' V111 -1 ,,. 2'.u'fw-' N,,g,.,-.,. , . 1,-rn'-4' ', .,. -- vf P, 3' '- W Ng?-.c1 '?'? -.-1 -' . Q .P '.-'h- 'uw M .'f- -'- ,'r5x1., 1- . .',.-5 5-ff,-Q -',,-,.wx,,, j:,.Z W - , -' ,..v-M. :-f 1.4, Nm, Af, - .sxfrfq Tiki -A v.,f.Au-- '-' , 1 X - s ik .. ,- ' ' 1' ' ' ' , 1 IN ,. .0 - ,.., ,, KJZJJV -Iii. ,f VK.. , fx -5-M.-. 1. ,fyf-os' M-A.-. -wi., .-.4.x ,. Throw Jump, and Run The 1981 track season opened in earbf March. Many Wildcats were able to participate in the throwing, jumping, and running events. Six faculty members became track coaches for the season. Pictured above are Coach Dan McLaughlin and Coach Vernon Darling, who were responsible for the ninth grade boys. Coach Ken Moehlman and Coach Ron Settle, above left, were in charge of eighth grade boys. Pictured below left are Coach George Marcum and Coach Mary Potter who alded the female Wildcats in their endeavors. eef:eL-..gaa.f.,.,-.,- e ,gag.,g,.,,.,o1g..,.,Q.-,. STN' 4-my---gpg' ' S - Y ,-,, nk MY-qw WA A -,--4...-...,...,,,,,,,,,..' ......- .6- ' 1 f -a N f 11 L NY . :. - k . Qszvfr, .L 8 .J ,fy A . 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Q l1l'1w1A, 11 B X1 N1 Xu W H 'xl' v VO' Mill, Xllhlg l Xt ff' M 1x5 XJW111R1 U1117 J S V1 N W 1 1 '19 fl lllll Q 1 1 1 11, . 1111:1 1 1x11L,1' 'NL U Y 1 I N1 l ' M2115 Y UI 1 :Vin Q X if 11 11f ill Q11 1 113' 1 ll - . 11 ,li 1l1l1 M H li'111l1!'A lil 114' 1 13111 i' 4 C ff' 1 1 il 11 1 11.11111 111 1 l -J H. yy In xi n E lfQ1My.1 U VX . . :J 4 ll lr Q1fwNl,4f'! . lv 1 Q11 ,D U 1ll1f1X1lf . V 13711 11 1631214 Q 'W W' A W 11, If 1 Qllll' X31 ll ll l1 Q' i lit 11111 Q1 ,ap lr 14 11 lil 1111, ll S51 lj llllliw O sf J Jn 471 Q KJN1 M 111 J f 11 - X lu 1- Y-J 11 all Xl F1 1 WJ ll ' is 1 ,X 1 nw, . M' lil 1. 199 17 'XJ ,RXJJ1 4X?QH ffl X11 .Q 31-J Tk XM ' ,l-J X5 .,...- Lzzffai-'zffifii' -- ..- U U 1 - - 1 1 y l An enormmis respo sibility lay in the hands of each staff - IK - U 1 - x t3 i s,QQ I-,Y 4.1. member. The molding and shaping of a young mind is a job requiring the most understanding, patient, and capable people. BSJH is fortunate. The faculty is known across Missouri for its excellence. ln teaching the values and skills that are essential to daily life, the BSJH staff keeps students moving right along . vii gs E! AA, 2 4 , Q 1. .... ...las .J . 1, 1,41 A' ' 5 --v AKA 'Y-A. Ui-...1fg-ug!-gre--f--ff-1.---,.4. .,....,.........-Q.-,,..---1 .. . . .-.. . ., ,Y -. .Y . 4-.--Y N- - - 411- 7 A- l:::::51::...-41--....--.,.R- , , W . .. , .,,, ,,,,,, A., . ., .-.U - A. B., .. . . ..M,,.,. -0 . . Y g v ,ff 1, 5A3ji,iTMi i?qiTM'fW 'f'fLi3:'s --'ii::::f-fi -Y The Board Of Education Robert Merritt Pat Meyer Bill Peve Tom Ultican Treasurer President Vice President Member The Board of Education has full authority and responsibility for the policies of the school district. They must be sure that the best possible education is available to the students of the district. All of the school board members are elected and serve a three-year term. The Superintendent of Schools is selected and employed by the Board of Education. It is his responsibility to carry out the policy of the Board of Education. The members of the Board meet monthly at the central office building, and meetings are open to the patrons of Blue Springs Fi-IV School District. is Superintendents Dr. Gale T. Bartow Superintendent of Schools To the students of Blue Springs Junior High: We are happy to commend you for the very fine year that you have had at Blue Springs Junior High in spite of the many adversities associated with the fire. We know this has created an interruption in certain areas but you have succeeded and achieved in spite of these inconveniences. You are to be commended. I am happy to call to your attention the members of our Board of Education listed on the opposite page. The Board are the representatives of the people and are elected by the patrons to make the policy for our entire school system. They then employ administrators to administer the school within the policies and l commend to you, and call your special attention to, each fine board member. History will show that Blue Springs Junior High had a fire on March 12, 1980, and that the 1980-81 students endured the hardships associated with the fire and yet they achieved. You, as a student during this time, are part of that history. My congratulations and thanks to each of you! Gale T. Bartow Superintendent Dr. Gene Dexter Assistant Superintendent Special Education and Counseling Dr. Ed Ferguson Assistant Superintendent of Curriculum Mr. Charles McGraw Deputy Superintendent - - Y - -' f '-- ff- - W '- -f--wf--f-- ------'T-1---.,,.,.-,-L.gLLL.w.iL, ' ',,:,:.. .4a--1' K .,:-L.4,, 5... .iL.'.,11 f , , , l gs- ll' The Principal 3 ix?'1C ffgffto Many skills and roles are required of the principal of Blue Springs Junior High. This person must be a professional educator who is not only responsible to the superintendent of schools, but also, the teachers, students and parents. This person must provide leadership in developing the instructional program, the school policy, and a staff that works well together. Mr. Georgeff does all this and more. He can be counted on to give guidance and a smile. He can be counted on to give support, both firm and friendly. He is a principal that keeps this school vital and on the move. Assistant Principals l l l The major supporters for the school principal are the assistant principals. Mrs. Baker and Mr. Fischel aid in improving the quality of education in the school. They are decision makers. Their areas of responsibility lays in student control, teacher assistance, curriculum, and school activities. L Secretaries Everyone knows that the secretaries for the school keep things rolling, moving, and working smoothly. If information is needed about schedules, students, classes, teachers, or policy, one of the secretaries can be counted on for the answer. i.4.L'-.Har X .X i1 Ns-ex. Another person who helps in a big way is the school health aide. She handles situations requiring bandaids and safety pins to emergencies where administration of first aid is essential. The ladies pictured above are: Jane Rundlettg Joy Van Camp and Marge Hernandez, Bernice Wessing and Rosie Wessing, Sandra Hazard. , ,,h,,, I V , .. ..,, . Counselors Mr. Gary Bryan Counselor CMSU, B.S.E., M.S.E. Mrs. Louise Cox Counselor NEMSU, B.S., M.A. Mrs. Jan Hankins Counselor Miami Univ., B.S.Ed. Kent State, M.Ed. Mr. Dan McLaughlin BASIC CMSU, B.S. Mr.Frank Sachs Counselor Missouri Univ., B.S.Ed. CMSU, M.S.Ed. Professional educators with specialized training in guidance function as the counselors at BSJH, Their main concern is the handling of the needs and problems of the junior high school student. They provide much needed T.L.C. Their tasks not only bring them in contact with students, but also parents, teachers, and the administrative staff. An in-school suspension program was pioneered at BSJH. Students who normally would have been suspended are kept within the school premises and are given regular class assignments from their academic teachers. Besides having time to do their regular class work, they complete personal evaluations for BASIC and benefit from group counseling sessions. f f - - - - V V -V H---V - -'rw Y 'srtwzf-11-'t- 2.114 'Mrs' ' ' X ,::.4,a 4f1L ,,4.-- W ...v.,-x,- ' A! ,VA auxin, Y -MA, ,, , .a...,,,. ...ami- Language Arts Mrs. Robin Cesarettl Mrs. Pat Heady 9th Grade 9th Grade NWMSU, B.S. Stanford Univ., B.A. Mrs. Diane Mayfield Mrs. Kathy Moran 8th Grade 8th Grade Univ. of Missourl,aB.S. CMSU, B.S. UMKC, M.A. All students must take language arts, or English. At the eighth grade level there is an emphasis on grammar as well as development of sentences and paragraphs. Ninth graders alsq study grammar and they participate in the creativeyjllspects of writing. Both grade levels study ajlvarwy thfmajor literary types. ll 'lv 'J 'W W :I A 7. -- XY I ,J xx' by , V gi ' ' P if -W .J JJ Qi N ii X. if fx l , Jx.. it -3 J 'J ' 1 X x 'U It 5 J ,X 4 . . if X nl , 1 gl, X, N 1 uf -tu! H, 1 - if ff' -W iv J J is wf if M if -54 FX - J N ,, 'J P1 XJ lf., X All xx All ie' K -.il Qf , iii, ' Lf! . ., ,. . , viii ix ' , -A4 i lu Q xg rs it lflt' Q, , J '. lfN . . X . l H,A.X . l Mrs. Fran Keal 9th Grade UMKC, B.S., M.A. J z if Mrs. Debi Pyszka 8th Grade CMSU, B.S. UMKC, M.A. H' i.-:-,..m.e...1aQ::fzxxfasze.. , Communications Mrs. Fran Keal Mr. Brad Mayfield Creative Drama Communications I 81 ll UMKC, B.S., M.A. CMSU, B.S. Both the communications and creative drama classes provide students with experiences in talking with and in front of groups of people. Both courses utilize many group activities which enhance commun- ication skills. Communications classes are concerned with parliamentary procedure, public speaking, debate, drama, and oral interpretation. Also included are some play productions and experience with a speech tournament. The creative drama classes learn verbal and non-verbal communication skills. This is an activity oriented course which usually produces a group of short plays by the end of the semester. -lx all g YQVVV V W. , gV,gn N , J YM ,,,A .M.Y,A..,J ,M Y -.,,,,Y..--..-,,m,,,,.g-,N,,.,...... ,,N,.x,.. tug- ,,--.,M A ,,...- .-x,- -,..,,,.,... AN.. .. . .. .., ,, . , 1 , -HM A .9 . - W.. - ---+- -A--f-'K --A-AA-- ' Foreign Languages . Two foreign languages are offered at BSJH. Spanish is available to 9th graders, and French can be taken by those in both grade levels. Students in Spanish I classes learn to listen, speak, read, and write in simple Spanish. A vocabulary of about 500 words is known at the end of the year. Customs and 'culture of Spanish speaking people is also studied. French I is an introduction to this language. Along with study of the basic skills, students are introduced to French art, music, foods, and civilization. A continuation of this basic knowledge is given in French ll. Here there is more detailed study of the people of France and their language. l Mrs. Cindy Frerkmg Spanish I CMSU, B.S. Mr. Jim Word French l and II Wm. Jewell, B.A. v l TT Social Studies Mrs. Anita Crowley 8th grade NWMSU, B.S. Mrs. Katie Dyer 8th grade Southwest Baptist College, B.S. The main purpose of social studies classes is to give students a better appreciation of their heritage and a clearer understanding of some of the things which have shaped America. The 8th grade classes begin with the discovery and exploration of America and continue through the Civil War. Emphasis is placed on important periods in the development of the country. The 9th graders enter a more in-depth study of the United States from 1865 to the present. Students have the opportunity to discuss problems of the world today, the role of the United States and to keep abreast of current events. Mrs. Barbara Hughes Mr. Jim Brown 8th grade 8th 81 9th grade NWMSU, B.S. Univ. of Nebraska, B.G.S. Webster College, M.A. CMSU, certification Miss Jamie Pickrell 9th grade CMSU, B.S. Mrs. Mary Potter 9th grade CMSU, B.S., M.S.E. sm ,.3-ga-k 2--self if-eaf f-ar M Mr. Ron Settle 9th grade CMSU, B.S., M.S.Ed. . ' . V. , - 1 We tt W Q LQ. ., fini? -'f 5-3 3255fit??5t'7Ef 3. ', V , Science Mr. Bill Bade Mr. George Marcum Mr. Kenneth Moehlman Earth Science Physical Science Physical Science Univ. of Missouri, CMSU. B.S. UMKC, B.A. B.S., M.S. N ' x If X Mr Elwyn Ftenne Mr. Dave Shlrck Mr. Davld Smlth MVS- PHT V9f3f999 Earth Science Earth Science Physical Science Eaffh Science Univ of Missouri, CMSU, B.S.E., M.S.E. Graceland College, Physical SC'9f1C9 BS CMSU M S.E. B.S. UMKC, B.S.E. SEMSUv B-S- Webster College, M.A. All science courses in our school are of a laboratory-oriented nature. Eighth grade earth science students study the ever-changing earth and the energy forces which produce the changes. Ninth grade is exposed to a class in introductory physical science. This is a problem solving course in which students develop a general concept of the particle nature of matter from data gathered in laboratory experimenta- tion. 'i :1 11:2::.:-is-1-1-rv:-':'i:.vtL1f:13:v:E:: :1 111:15 :.-:graze-1.11, :fp ,- 411-.ii-Lf? 1 :ffl 4111: . W, Qi Mathematics Mr- I-SS Alpers Miss Emily Johnson Mr, Keith Maxe . I Magrerrgatics, Mathematics, Mathematics, Y Mgneglsggnen CMS? gas W A'9eb'a , I Ngebfa General Math . - - ayland Baptist h Missouri Valley, B.S. Functional Math College, B.A. cMsu, M.s. Missouri valley, B.S. Mrs Moehle Functional Math of Missouri, M.Ed. Mrs Carol Quackenbush Mathematics Algebra Emporia State Univ., B.S.E. Junior high students have a number of options open to them when selecting a math course Eighth graders can take Algebra I or mathematics. Mathematics is designed for the majority of the eighth graders in that it offers a broad range of ideas and concepts. Algebra I is also offered. Emphasis is placed upon basic algebraic concepts and skills, and reasoning Mr. Richard Wood Mathematics, Functional Math Univ. of Missouri, B.S. and discovery are encouraged. This class is also offered to ninth graders, along with general math and functional math. Both of these help prepare the students for the understanding of arithmetic they will need. Geometry is available to students desiring a more advanced knowledge of the mathematical system and who have been successful in previous math courses. l l l Ami gwjiw s tt ' ' Practical Arts Mrs. Jeanine Davis Mrs. Reita Olberding 8th and 9th Clothing 8th and 9th Foods CMSU, B.S.E. Emporia State Univ., B.S.E. Home living and general business are classes covering numerous skills necessary to daily existence. The three areas offered in home living are clothing construction, child development, and foods. ln the general business classes students learn about using credit wisely, managing a checking account, saving money, investing in the stock market, and forming good buying habits. .- S - Industrial Arts Mr. Vernon Darling l 8th and 9th Metal Shop NWMSU, B.S.Ed., M.S. l l , Mr. Danny Goldsmith 8th and 9th Electricity and Crafts r CMSU, M.S. Mr. Gary Pumphrey 8th and 9th Woodworking!Plastics CMSU, B.S.E. Mr Rashid Makhdoom 8th and 9th Drafting CMSU, Specialist ! Students participating in industrial arts classes take it for a full year. Teachers switch classes at the end of each quarter, so students have the opportunity to experience several sides of this practical art. In woodworking class, skills using various machines are taught. Metal shop enables practice with bench metal. Drafting teaches the meaning and use of lines. In electricity, theory and application are taught. A new offering this year was photography. ..A...........-.,. ,L ..,X...- ..:u.,a,a..f....,-s.-1L.- --- -as------- i1-N.,-,.2.1q-' : , ive +2355 ' :W - Y: :ara .3111 ,har gag, 1' ' 4 . .f Physical vt- l l Education 1 f 'N ff g ' ' Mr- Duane FYUCNO MV- -Nm Mofan Mrs. Debbie Norman Miss Barb Walker 8th Grade P.E., 9th Grade P.E., gm 8, Qth pf., 8th 8, gth P'E-I Health Health Health Health CMSU, B.S.E. CMSU, B.S., M.S. Univ. of Mlssourl' QMSU, B.S- B.S. K I i l 'L N I Ni The junior high physical education program ' consists of learning intermediate skills in theeighth r I Q 7 grade and advanced skills in the ninth grade. The my I activities in which the students participate are many. lj I Among those offered are basketball, football, wrestling, A L' fx i I 3 volleyball, softball, soccer, track, recreational sports, JA' physical fitness, tumbling, andgymnastics. Classes are , X fy YJ fl ,W 4 held inside as well as outside. I ,J T sexk V pvvfg Ad ,I U Health class is an opportunity for each student to ,X NN HX ,X ,f A learn and participate in activities related to disease yoj' ,N X l K J ,ff control, nutrition, environmental and community health, ly , , l Ry K lx lux fl, ,f .1 ,Neff 5 safety and first aid, and substance abuse. This is a 1 J' Y Q lx NJN X2 WN r. ,x XL7 V ,N 2 semester class. X' f if A qflfvif mx NR fl if Y Q . 'wk-K M' I L2-, I g L- J 5 Q' fy ' A l NJ K Xl i T T if ra as ,JJ T l ij X 3,2 M TW Q 114 X' A: K a 3 X if lu' ' li 1 -foal in A i fgj f jill ' A fl , , , y Fine Arts r Z C Q. 0 Art t if 1' Mrs. Pam Alberelli Mr. Leonard Draves C f 8th Grade Art 9th Grade Art CMSU, B.S. CMSU, B.S. -q Mr. Mark Fulks Ms. Ladona Cox Band, Mixed Choir, Chorus, Symphonic Band, Treble Choir Concert Band Oklahoma City Univ., CMSU, B.M.E. B.A. Univ. of Oklahoma, M.A. There are many offerings to BSJHers in the field of fine arts. Those interested in studying vocal and choral techni ues can choose between choir treble Cl , choir, and chorus. All are offered at both eighth and ninth grade levels. Students who favor making music with instruments, select from orchestra or band classes. Ninth grade band students have the opportunity of participating in either symphonic or concert band. All of these groups have chances to perform for the student body as well as for family and friends. The student chosing eighth or ninth grade art is exposed to a broad and varying range of art experiences designed to develop art knowledge, attitudes, skills, and self-exploration. There is the study of basic shapes, color schemes, and drawing. 1.-F Mrs. Gayle McLaughlin Mrs. Marge Bradford Librarian Librarian's Assistant n, CMSU-B.S. and M.A. I l . l The library staff is always available to the students and teachers of BSJH. Students go to the library during their study hall, or on a pass from another class. The library sponsored a very successful book fair that students attended through their English classes. The instructional materials center for the school is located in the library and is supervised by the librarian and her staff. Student helpers are available to help with book check-inlcheck-out procedures, laminating of instruc- tional materials, and a variety of library-oriented tasks. Library Staff ,, Mrs. Betty Dod 8th and 9th English and Reading CMSU-B.S. UMKC-M.A. Mrs. Rose Farris 8th EMR Missouri Univ. B.S. CMSU-M.S.E. Learning Center EMR Miss Karen Grunsweig 8th Learning Center KU-B.S.J. Miss Deli Badura 9th EMR CMSU-B.S.E. Mrs. Martha Patterson 9th Learning Center SEMSU-B.S. in Ed. The Learning Center is located in room 132. Students who want extra help with the written or spoken language can get the assistance they need from Mrs. Dod, Mrs. Patterson, and Miss Grunsweig. Students who go to the learning center get help with individual difficulties, but more important all students can use the Learning Center to improve speed reading, study skills, or any area they would like to improve. The EMR room is where students go for a few classes in which they need extra help. Students who ,attend the EMR room get individual attention from Mrs. Farris and Miss Badura, but go to other classes too. Bus Drivers Regardless of what anyone may think, there are three important groups that keep BSJH moving right along. These are the custodians, cooks, and bus drivers. The bus drivers have been more important than ever this year. Not only do they deliver Wildcats to school each morning, but this year they have kept them moving back and forth to Hansel-Lowe for classes as well as to the high school for swimming and orchestra. All this moving was done via shuttle buses. While the students are busy expending energy each day, the cafeteria personnel help to keep them refueled. The cooks, cashiers, and dishwashers team up to offer a hot lunch as well as a snack bar for the gourmet with less of an appetite. Custodians - Cooks The custodial staff at BSJH is headed by Mr. Delvin Chubick. It is he and his staff that keep the junior high in tip top shape. From fixing the boiler to setting clocksg from selling milk to sweeping floors, the custodians are some .very valuable people. T The day custodians, in addition to Mr. Chubick are Charles Crist and Tim Yeagle. The night custodial staff includes Ruby Morris, Raymond Morris, Mary Smith and Doug Littrell. i rw I by g spnugyes on-xg I, s 3 'Q ig' lf. r Ms. gl' f A-.. 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