Bridger High School - Scout Yearbook (Bridger, MT)

Text from Pages 1 - 124 of the 1988 volume:

0 G S3Z Opening your lock on your locker between classes caused some problems for several students. Grace Taylor, a first-grader, enjoys playing in the sand near the new playground equipment. Michael White and Peter Camron post the announcements on the new school marquee. Volunteers put up the announcements during study hall. Dr. Aadland and Ace , one of his many horses, put on a demonstration aboutopacking horses. Mr. Simpson also helped with the presentation. Toni Feller and Rachel Kraft work on a lab report dealing with a recent dissection. Dissection labs arc a new thing for those taking Biology. STARTING OUT WITH SOMETHING NE y After going to school for 180 days every year things seem to stay the same. Little changes aren’t noticed. We did have quite a few changes this year. The obvious one is the marquee outside the school. That would be hard to miss. Now students can find out what’s happening in the days to come, plus they can get out of study hall to put the announcements on it. There were two new additions to the high school faculty. One is the new principal, Mr. Vanderpan. He’s a young principal with new ideas, which was a welcome change. The other new addition was the new band teacher, Mrs. Leader. She was also a young addition to the teaching staff. She demonstrated new teach- ing techniques to the students in her class. Of course, as every year, there were new fresh- men. This was hard not to notice. Upper classmen armed and ready with laundry markers, and wan- dering students searching for their next class. About half way through the school year most of the students, with the exception of a few freshmen, got locks on their lockers. This meant either memo- rizing your combination, writing it on your hand, or, the most popular option, jamming' your locker. One change that occurred at the grade school was the new playground equipment. Everything was moved out to the grass so there would be less crashing on the blacktop. An oval jungle gym, and a play-set including a bridge and a slide was installed by PTA members. This was enjoyed by all the grade school kids but, unfortunately, we no longer get recesses at the high school. So, there really were quite a few changes this year, and there will probably be something new every year- noticed or unnoticed. 3 Mr. Brookshire assists Jodi Tucll. Blaine Salveson and Shane Saarcla gave it their all when it came to a pic eating contest at a pep ralley. Bridger fans show why they were awarded a trophey for spirit at a spirit contest in Laurel. Make the D iff erence The halls are vacant. The lockers are empty. The gym is totally si- lent. The classrooms are void. That's what Br- idger High would be like without you! Yes. you. Whether you're a stu- dent, a teacher, or a parent, without you there would be no Br- idger High. Well, it’s a good thing there is, be- cause we've had some great times here! If you're the parent, then you’re also the tax payer, and without you, we wouldn't have a school to go to. Parents are also there for sports. They help fill the bleachers and cheer for our team. If you're the teacher, without you we wouldn't be able to have school. Yes. when you first think of school without teachers, it sounds like a blast, but without teachers, we wouldn't have a school! You, the student. You are the main biggest per- centage of Bridger High. You are the energy of Bridger High. Without you, we definitely couldn't have Bridger High. But, that's only taking the student body as a mass in considera- tion. Each individual is also a necessity for Br- idger High. Each person has something different tooffer, and that’s one of the best parts about Bridger High. We stand together as a crowd and become one, but we stand alone and be come an individual with gifts and talents. So, as you can see, you really do make the difference! 4 5 Jody Campbell Toni Feller Colette Fishbaugh Tracy Gangstad Cheryl Giest Becky Hager Billi Little Curtis McNeill (Confessions of oncessions The juniors get to do a lot of things that other classes don’t. Some of them are great, such as the Junior Senior Ban- quet, and others aren't. Selling concessions lies somewhere in between the two. Some of the bad parts of selling concessions are the times when no one is buying and you are forced to stay there and do nothing. Or when you pray that you won't have to sell with that one person you can’t stand and you end up being alone with them the whole time. And there are always times when you really want to watch the game, but you have to sell. There are some parts that are fun, or at least not so bad. When no one is buying you do get to eat the popcorn. And you get to check out all the good looking people from the other towns. Some things that happen are funny! Such as when Gerry Scheetz over salted the popcorn and no one would go near it let alone buy it! And Noelle Scott remem- bered when Someone forgot to plug in the cof- fee machine and we had frozen coffee for Home- coming. So there are some bad points but there are some good ones too. Be- sides one of the best points of an upperclassmen’s time in high school, the Jun- ior Senior Banquet, would not be possible without selling conces- sions. 6 Noelle Scott Lucielle Swan Jami Taylor Raquel Teesdale Michelle Thiel Willie Williams Bob Zentner Noelle Scott questions advisor Jan Geotz's taste in popcorn. 7 Megan Condrey Cory Fredrickson James Hutzenbilcr Lance Hutzenbilcr Jared Kidwell Rachel Kraft Heidi Moorman Jenny Nott Kelly Peters ehind the ff'iieel One of the most awaited points in a teen-ager's life is when they get a hot car! Well, this wouldn’t be possible without getting your dirver's license. So, you join driver’s ed as soon as possible. Some are fortunate enough to be able to take this in eighth grade, but the rest have to wait until their freshmen year. Classes are held near the end of the school year. This is difficult because while everyone else is outside doing what they want you're inside trying your hardest to stay awake. But, you realize that this will be all worth it when you finally get behind the wheel. There have been some lively points in driver’s ed. Jenny Nott said I remember the time Mr. Hague said the a white cane means that it is a blind person and then he asked Pete Saarela what a brown cane meant and Pete said that it meant that the person was deaf! Jenny also remembered, the time when someone dropped the starter’s gun and it sounded like the whole school blew up!” After a few days of the classroom techniques, you finally get assigned groups and get to drive. Of course, you aren't completely in control of the car because Mr. Hague does have a brake on his side. But, at least you are driving. You make trips around town first, and then venture to such spots as Red Lodge, Laurel and Billings. Corey Scott said One time Jeff Pinnick was driving and I was in the back with Kelly Peters, but he was asleep. We were heading around that big corner right before the underpass in Laurel and there was a jogger on the side of the road, she was pretty old, too, the next thing I knew we were right behind her on the side of the road! Mr. Hague grabbed the wheel so we were back on the road, but I think that poor lady just about had a heart attack!” After you finally pass the course, sometime during the summer, most kids go to get their li- cense. Barb Vanderloos took hers and she said that, The guy who was giving me the test asked me if 1 was blind in my left eye! 1 thought I really screwed up for sure! Wrell, Barb's driving reputation hasn't improved much. Deana Skorupa commented Riding with Barb is like a living hell! So, now that you have your license, you're ready to hit the road! All those hours in driver’s ed finally paid off... didn’t they? 8 Tracy Pfeifer Jeff Pinnick Erin Randall Tami Sanford Tara Sanford Stephanie Schwcnd MCNTANA DRIVER’S LICENSE «£5 ON vjxt IN BARBARA box i.r 1 MONTANA •jab--u: xS M” JUNC ■ Ne M810 Corey Scott Deana Skorupa Corey Scott and Danielle Smith attempt to get out of the parking lot amidst all the snow. J.J. Smallwood Danielle Smith Tina Swan Barb Vanderloos In a poll of the sophomore class. Barb Vanderloos was voted as the wildest driver. Deana Skorupa said that riding with Barb is a Living Hell! 9 Freshman Paranoia Let the initiations begin Susan Althoff Kendra Damjanovich Tina Gatlin Boyd Hager Cory Harmon Theresa Haney As everyone knows, the freshmen year is a living hell. Paranoia overcomes the mind the instant you walk into the school. Panic sets in when you see the seniors stalking the halls armed with permanent markers. You try to run, but there's no place to hide. Your friends don't even try to help you because they are trying to save themselves. As they draw closer, your heart pounds., and a lump forms in your throat. The next thing you know, you're pinned against the wall. Helpless, your sqir m, but it doesn't help. They laugh at you as they tatoo a mustache on your face. As they pull away you frantically run to the bathroom and throw water on your face It s no use, the moustache removal process is interrupted by the bell. Naturally, the one thing on every freshmen's mind is revenge. So, they spend the next three years plotting that revenge for the future freshmen. Jamie Tuell said, I’m gonna try to stuff them in lockers...and if they don’t fit, I'm gonna try anyway. Erika McBride's idea was to Take them up to the graveyard, tie them to a headstone, shaving cream them, and make them walk home. Other freshmen, such as Kerista Webber, have milder ideas. Til just ignore them.” While Cory Harmon hasn’t even though about it. He told us he'll, “Wait till the day comes. Well, they still have three years to plan bigger and better strategy. How bad will it be? I guess we will just have to wait and see. Erika McBride Holly Peters Alicia Richardson Pete Saarcla Becky Schectz Theresa Haney works on homework in the halls early one morning. Larry Stern carefully straightens the white- washed rocks for the 1988 'B'. 11 Oafi'ce? tlHo iiif lnt jr . Ini gin prepares for a riigtit, of dancin' High school students take dances for granted, but for the 7th and 8th graders it’s all a new thing toexperience. We all remember our first dance and the preparations for it. But of course it’s different for guys and girls. He starts out by going into the bathroom, locking the door and taking out his dad's razor. Although he has no facial hair, he scrapes away at his bare face! Afterwards he takes a bath in his fathers cologne. Reeking so much that he can taste it, he dashes back to his room. He opens his closet, repeatedly surveys the contents, and even though he’s gotten four new outfits, he thinks s ! s rL.I don’t have a thing to wear!” Since it can’t be helped, he does the best he can with what he's got. Suddenly it hits him! He doesn't know the first thing about dancing. With fifteen minutes left he turns up his radio and frantically tries a few steps and moves. But he gives up on a loosing battle. Now he's as ready as he can get, so he heads for the dance. He dreams of pulling up to the school in a red Porche with all the girls begging to go for a spin. When he walks in the door he thinks (As Tom Rech and Chris Taylor said.) the dance would be great if only there were more girls” and no teachers ! She first calls at least three other friends to come over so they can get ready. It seems to be an unspoken law in junior high that no girl gets ready by herself! The dance starts at 7:00 p.m. so prepa- rations start at noon. Four hours later she still can’t decide which hair style to wear. After choos- ing the one that no other girl could possibly have and making sure that absolutely every single hair is in just the right place, she brings out the hair spray. She sprays gallons of it all over her head. You wouldn't dare light a match in the house! All the hair spray combined with all the perfume, would create a nuclear explosion! Fate always has a sense of humor. This is the day that she gets...breakout! The culprits, glowing like a neon sign, can manage to be covered up with only a few bottles of cover up. So now it's off to the dance. Before the girls walk in, they stuff a pack of gum in their mouths. Heaven forbid if they had bad breath! Roni Scott and Gentry Teesdale said it would be so much better if they had video dances and if guys like Jon Bon Jovi” would show up! After everyone starts to really get into the action, it begins to be a lot of fun! It may have been a lot of work and strain, but...wasn't it worth it after all?! Back Row: Mrs. McNeill, Mrs. Auscn, Josh Webber, Robbyn Teesdale, Cathy Schwend, Reese Brown, Chad Schwcnd, Dan'l Dongees, Leslie Vandcrsloot, Becky Kraft, Rachel Damjanovich, Mr. Fishbaugh. Second Row: Angie Sproessig, Karlctte Ostwald, Lisa Hindman, Roni Scott, Summer Smith, Garret Coundrcy, Jodi Tucll, Colecn Murphey, Carrie Hall, Cory Rech, Davia Miller, Daren Miller, Neil Kidwell, Wade Hutzenbilcr, Delbert Peters, Mike Moorman, Steve Nott, Paul Reiger, Cade Schalla. Cahd Richardson dances with Laura Anderson at the Christmas dance. Recce Brown ties to remember his locker combination. Mike Morrman jumps rope during the pentathalon. This was just one of the many events at the Science Olympiad. Back Row: Mr. Brookshire, Tom Rach, Orlando Allen, Nancy Downs, Chris Taylor, Robert Anders, Jay McCarten. Front Row: Christy Miller, Danielle Boggio, Wendy Weisgerber, Ralane Teesdale, Chad Richardson, Gentry Teesdale, Dwayne Dyer. 13 Back Row: Becky Murphey, Char- lene Williams, Melissa White, Sarah Kraft, Patti Giest, Christy VanCampen, Jennifer Goetz, Jennifer Allen, Amy Tijerina, Mr. Moor- man.Middle Row: Sandy Althoff, Dustin Kallevig, Steve Anders,Andy Rose, J.J. Hutzen- biler, Brian Schalla, Matt Randall,Traci Moorman, Codi Englert. Front Row: Brad Sticka.Cynnamon Sticka, Mathew Kauf man. Shane McCaine and Shane McCarten enjoy spending lime drawing. Darci Tccdale looks through a box in the classroom. 14 Something to Look Forward To It doesn't seem like work at all ! One of the things the fifth and sixth graders look forward to most is art class. They eagerly await the day when they get to do one of the things in school that doesn't even seem like work. They get the chance to sculpt, draw,and paint, along with many other activi- ties art instructor, Mrs. Colley had planned for them. That in itself takes a lot of work and time, but, it seems an even more difficult task would be channeling the artistic energies of a roomful of these young kids. But, it must be worth it to see their smiles when they see their finished piece of artwork. Back Row:Lori Hindman, Evelyn Vandcrloos, Brad Pinnick Kimberly Schwcnd, Randy Non, Bobbi-Jo DcRuddcr, Alice Haugc. Middle Row: Shane McCartcn, Brian Richardson, Shane McCainc, Jonah Fisher, Michael Goldsbcrry, Eric Vandcrsloot, Tyson VanPattcn. From Row: Robbie Williams Travis McDowell, Darci Tccsdalc, Dani Richardson, Zac Skorupa. 15 Being in grade school means being in tin-s annual Christmas Program...and tin at m ■ a n s... F R A CTI CE Makes Perfect We in the high school remem- ber those Christmas programs well. All of the practicing we had to undergo, and the excitement of the program and the holidays. Our parents would make sure that we were dressed nicely on the night of the program, and then we would go to our classrooms for that seemingly endless wait for the call for our turn to perform.The butterflies would take over our stomach as it seemed to tie up in knots but eh excitement of it all seemed to overcome the nervousness. Well, things haven’t changed much. The grade school still does a Christ- mas program including a per- formance by each class. The chil- dren still have to go through the same ritual steps to get ready for their performance including the days and days of practicing. This seems to be never-ending and monotonous, but, you do get out of class! The night soon approaches as the excitement mounts. The night of the play means, just as it did for us, getting dressed up and waiting for your classes’ per- formance. As they look out into the audience they desperately seek the places where their fam- ily and friends are seated. Jus because you get out fo high school doesn't always mean that you;ll get out fo these programs, since most of us have brothers and sis- ters attending grade school, that means we take on the role of part of the audience. When do you get out of going to these shows? If you're lucky, soon, but if you're one of those unfortunate many, you’ll never get out of going to these productions, ut, as you grow older, you find out that the programs can be really enjoya- bleand that they bring back some fun memories. 3rd grade: Mrs. Brown, Holly Swan, Annie Fisher, Tina Rukavina, Cally Schalla, Tommi DcRudder, Jay Bratsky, Cherish Feller, Russel Denevan, Luke Morris, Ryan Stevens, Jeremy Gcotz, Michael George, Kodi Taylor, Kaycce Richardson. 4th grade: Mrs. Brasen, Leslie Moran, Nathan Majerus, Josyln Sprocssig, Tandcen Reiger, Dylan Schober, Staci Sanford, Patti Althoff, Tracy Seaman, Shawn kallcvig, Deann Tucker, Gina Gocrge, Mike Kroll, Nathan Kraft, B.J. Crangle, Luke Schalla. 16 Cherish Feller reads her lines at the Christmas program. Other third graders anxiously await their turns. 17 The first grade enjoys the assembly. When you finally reach that coveted first day of Kindergar- ten, you think that you've finally made it, bu you find out that it’s not really like you're in school at all. The hardest thing you have to do is color in the lines or maybe sit quietly in the sand box. Of course, it is actually harder than this, but those are the strong points that usually stick out in your mind. Well, it finally gets to be offical when you get to go to first grade. This is when it feels like you’re really in school. You get to eat lunch at school, and you don’t leave at noon. Those are the good parts, but you also have to learn more. The first and second graders work just as hard as any other class. The assignments seem just as challenging to them as chemistry does to high school- ers. They must learn to do more challenging math problems, they must learn to perfect their spell- ing techniques, and what may be the hardest part, they must learn to behave...all day! This can be very hard for these young, ener- getic students. Just as it is hard for those young, energetic ( or, dare I say rambunctious?) stu- dents in the high school. The things you learn in the first few years of school, can have a huge impact on you for the rest of your life. But, these young kids keep going on that seemingly endless road to their graduation day. Now that’s commitment! The younger generation finds the science fair interesting. 18 Back Row: Mrs. Ochs, Rachel Novakovich, Brandy Feller, Dustin Lachenmaier, Spercer Hay, Joshua Gleason, Melissa Goetz, Amber Majerus. Second Row: Spring Kroll, Amber Seamen, Jennifer Dcnevan, Brandi Sticka, Cahd Sticka, Cahd Sanford, Grace Taylor, Dana Bratsky, Cheri Kaufman. First Row: Kevin Peters, Sean Jares, Shawn Myers, Jeremy Azure. Mrs. Brookshire handling the challenging job of teaching the first graders. Back Row: Mrs. Sanford, Bret Zent, Justin Peterson, Heather Hay, Stacy Kroll, Tracy Kroll. Front Row: Jocsph Denevan, Jodi Moorman, Kelli Damjanovich, Danielle Myers, Amber Azure, Heather Schober, Heather McDowell. 19 Breaking the Generation Gao Teacher's remember their younger years. Students tend to believe that teachers come from an unknown place. In search of that unknown place, we have gone where no man has gone before...to the depths of their minds. You never know, they could be as human as we are. The obvious starting point was asking the teachers what they remembered of their first year of school. Some answers were the usual nap time and cookies like Mr. Moorman's, but everyone has a unique memory. Mr. Vanderpan said, “I remember the building. There were pipes going through the ceiling. Mrs. Crangle remi- nisced, “when us kids were real good, our teacher would walk us over to her house. There we got tofeed apples to her horse, Ned. It seemed most teachers had fond memories of thier elementary years. Students often think the Bridger school is small, but Mr. Biver said that in some schools back then “there were only thirty kids in eight grades . Some teachers had the drastic let downs that we all may have experienced. My parents thought I was bright, so they sent me to school a year early, but after three days I got kicked out, admitted Mrs. Steffan. Dr. Aadland had an especially fond mem- ory of his early years. lie commented, “I thought my teacher was real pretty! I sort of had a crush on her.” There is diversity of experience and age within the facualty. “I remember [when I was in schoolj having Mrs. Brown as a student teacher, added Mr. Pinnick. Teachers don t come from an unknown place. Many remember being on the other side of the desk, such as Mrs. Steffan s vivid mem- ory of one of her teachers. I hated my teacher...she was a redheaded old bag.” Principal, Mr. Vanderpan, hits a high note for the High School Pep Band. Scotta Moris, Kristen Goetz, Courtney Geotz, Lacy Goldsburg and other kindergarten students enjoy practing penmanship on the balckboard. I hated my teacher...she was a redheaded old bag. -Mrs. Steffan Dr. Aadland Mrs. Ausen Mr. Bivcr Mrs. Brasen Mr. Brookshier Mrs. Brookshier Mrs. Brown Mr. Fishbaugh Mrs. Hall Mr. Hague Mrs. Kraft Mrs. McNeill Mr. Pinnick Miss Samson Mrs. Sanford Mrs. Staffen Mr. Vanderpan Mr. Van Campen Back Row:Jennifer DeRudder, Lacy Goldsberry, Billy Feller,Jess Peterson, Christian Goetz, B.J. DeRudder.Miranda Helzcr, Mrs. Kraft, Front Row: Heidi Lachcnmeir, Courtney Goetz, RogerHarding, Zane DcSaveour,Charlotte Peters,. Scotta Morris, Suzy Hurd, Kaycee Smith 21 TO KILL Teachers. You see them every school day in your life. But mysteriously, at 3:30, they seem disap- pear, to a place where they are never seen again. Where do they go? Once they are there what do they do? Do they have too much time on their hands? What more does a teacher want than to give huge assignments on weekends? Well, it's hard to believe, but teachers too, have more things to do than hang around that old school building. Some of the activities that teachers do when they're out of school include going to school. This year we had three student teachers at Bridger High. Miss Tracy Kupfner, who student taught P.E., not only had to teach us, but also had to attend college, yet, she still found time to coach Jr. High girls Volleyball. Mr. Kenny Larsen student taught for Mr. Pinnick. He too had to attend college when he wasn’t here teaching us, but he also found time to help coach High School Football. Mr. Deen Pomerory came to Bridger High near the end of the year, and student taught for Mr. Scott. He, too ,had to go to college, but he also spent time making and selling his own hand made pots. Mrs. Goetz and Mrs. Colley both find time to do arts and crafts which they also sell. Mr. Scott, in col- laboration with his wife, runs the NACEL Cultural Exchanges for the Montana and northern Wyoming area. He also finds time to be on the Bartooth Ski Patrol. Miss Jody Carlson found time to fall in love, and get married. So, as you can now see, teachers, too, have life outside school. Kelly Peters, Jared Kidwell, Barb Vanderloos along wait the rest of the sixth period Biology class seemed relaxed about taking notes for the final from student teacher Mr. Dean Pomeroy. Janitors, Mrs. Feller, Mr. Brown, Mr. Smith and Mrs. Donges prove that a janitor's work is never done by continuing their work even after school is out. Secretaries Mrs. Fishbaugh and Mrs. Hall provide much help for administrators, staff members and students alike. 24 The WA VE of the Future? What does the future have in store for Birdger High? Imagine stepping intoBridger High in the year 2020. Picture the hallways with glass elevators to get you form classroom to class- room. State of the art lockers, a library with only video tapes, and possibly even robots for teachers. Sound great? Possibly even too good to be true? I magine each student having their own personal computer at their desk to do their daily work on, and turning you’re homework in on a computer disk. The school lunches would be made in micro- wave ovens at split-second speeds. Would there be any use for humans? Virtually every job that is held by faculty and school help could be replaced by some sort of machinery. Is this really the wave of the future? Well, take a look at some of the things al- ready in our school. Computers are already in use for our report cards, and even this yearbook has been done on a computer. But, these are smallchangescompared to the school described above. Until the year 2020 has arrived we’ll just have to watch The Jetsons if we want a taste of the future. Cooks Mrs. Tucker, Mrs. George and Mrs. Peters provided many noon meals for both the high school and grade school. Mrs. Steffan worked with the IBM computer as school clerk. 25 School board members Les Harding, Dave Vandersloot, Carl Grisso and Nancy Lehr review a motion at a meeting. Superintendent, Morris VanCampen spends time with the 4th grade class. We never stop learning The administrators give their thoughts on the 1956 school year. Henry Ford said it all when he ut- tered: “Anyone who stops learning is old, whether twenty or eighty. Anyone who keeps learning stays young. The greatest thing in life is to keep your mind young.” When you look back at your school years at Bridger I hope you will say this is where learning and growing was enhanced. We can all take pride in our school and all that our school offers to each individual stu- dent. May your memories of Bridger School be pleasant and may you always stay young in mind. Morris R. Van Campen Superintendent This past year was very progressive in terms of academic accomplishments and student participation. A talented group of seniors showed leadership skills in the academic and extra-curricular areas; their abilities well proven by the fact that all have decided to attend an institution of higher learning. I wish them success and happiness in their future endeav- ors. To those of you returning I wish the same for you. Continually strive to do and be your best. Become involved in your school and it’s activities. Make your parents, teachers, friends and town proud of you and the fine school system of which you are a part. Terry Vanderpan, Principal Bridger High School Eigth grader Jay McCarten rushes for the tackle Barb Vanderloos shoots a free throw as Tracy Pfiefer moves in for the rebound. 28 S-P-O-K-T-S have so much to offer The majority of students at Bridger High are in some sort of organized sport, but the real question is why? Sports have many things to offer. It teaches the student commitment. They have to show up at every sched- uled practice; now that's commit- ment! It teaches them cooperative effort. If you don't work together, no matter what sport you're in, you won’t do well. It teaches re- spect for your coach, who is a vital part of the team. If you re- spect, and listen to him, your team could go far. Participation in an organized sport has other “side-effects” such as; it gives you something to do after school, it gives you something to work at, until you're the best. It also gives you friends, and good times. But, it can also get you out of school. If you’re lucky enough, you can miss an entire day of school for a game a tournament, now that’s great! No wonder so many people at Bridger High are involved in sports. They have so much to of- fer. T1 ie football season prov .......................= THE BEST YET! The football team had new team members, new assistant coaches, and a new attitude. All of these resulted in one of the best football teams we've ever had. The new team mem- bers were from Belfry High, and the addition was to work both ways. Belfry didn’t have enough people for a team and it never hurts to have more people, so we joined forces to make one powerful team. But, how did the Bridger players feel about this? Ty Schwend said I thought it was fun and I hope they come down next year.” and Assis- tant Coach Biver com- mented “ I thought it was great! With our enroll- ment going down we need all the players we can get.” The new assistant coaches also came form different places. Mr. Larson was a student teacher for Mr. Pinnick and decided to help out the team. There was also an assistant coach form Belfry, Mr. Brajcich. This gave the players a better chance of having more one on one time with the coaches. The new attitude came as a result of all of the above. The players seemed to be better than ever which was proved by the winning Home- coming game against Fromberg and the win against Park City, some- thing a Bridger team hadn’t managed to do in quite a while. The team also finished second in the league which Mr. Biver said was one of the many highlights of the season. 30 The football team works hard at defense as they tackle the dummies and see how far they can push them down field. Senior Blaine Salveson protects the ball as he rushes for a touchdown. Coach Larsen gives player Kelly Peters some last minute instructions. Coach Pinnick, Michael White, Chad Tuss, Kelly Peters, Ed Royce, Jeff Pinnick, Ty Schwcnd, Dennis Sommerfcld, Doug Eisenbrey, Coach Biver, Shannon Gaylord (stats), Blaine Salveson, James Hutzenbiler, Hans Anderson, Shane Saarcla, Cory Fredrickson, Ian Morris, Peter Casmcron, Shane Hutzenbiler, Bob Zentncr, Annette Althoff (stats). Coach Larsen, Gerry Scheetz (mangr), Andy Tuss, Dustin Hergcnridcr, Jared Kidwell, Pete Saarela, J.J. Smallwood, Mike Kaufman, Shawn Murphy, Coach Brajcich. The team awaits anxiously to see if the nessary yardage was made. The junior high football team proved themselves to be... UNSTOPPABLE! l ■ X -■ X X -■ S S •■. s . v after the first few games. So, what was the secret to this team? It was a combination of different elements,such as having two excellent coacher, Mr. Hauge and Mr. Simpson. This meant that each coach coula spend more time indi- vidually with the play- ers. Itwas alsoduetothe players. The combina- tion of the Bridger and Belfry teams really made everything work. They seemed to work to- gether very well. Of course there are other elements that added to this winning team but, what more can you say? 32 The junior high foot- ball team experienced one of the best seasons the team has had in a while. After shutting out rivals Frombergfour times and completely stopping the opponent from scoring on four of the seven games, you could say it was a great season. They were un- stoppable alright! But, let’s go back to when it all started, was there any fears of the players, fears of not getting along with the Belfry players that joined the team? Fears of getting hurt? Fears of losing? Well, if there was, they all must have been eliminated Coach Hague gives player Jason Hergenrider some advise. BRIDGER OPPONENT OPP 36 Joliet 6 22 Fromberg 0 12 Fromberg 0 34 Park City 0 34 Fromberg 12 14 Fromberg 0 8 Absarokee 6 N N N NSNNN VKSNVVNNNNNN N N S NS N N S NN NN l NNN Coach Hague, Chris Taylor, Matt Lose, Jason Hergenridcr, David King, Jared Hergcnrider, Chad Lowe, Orlando Allen, Jeff Krenning, Chad Richardson, Coach Simpson, Delbert Peters, Chad Kuchinski, Russel Eisenbrey, Chad Schwend, Robert Anders, Tom Rech, Dan'l Donges, Reese Brown, Michael Nottingham, Jay McCarten, Mike Moorman, Duane Dyer, Dustin Fraker, David Miller, Neil Kidwell, Garret Condrcy, Steve Nott, Wade Hutzenbiler, Cade Schalla, Paul Reiger, Darren Miller. Jared and Jason Hergenridcr take a water break. 33 A CHANGE OF COACHES This year's girls basketball team had two major changes. Both were in the form of coaches. Mary Aude came at the beginning of the season. She was different than any other coach we've had in any sprot. She s the first black coach ever to be at Bridger, but she s also the hippest coah we've ever had. You could always spot her wearing the latest fashions and setting new trends. The girls on the team found her to be a friend as well as a good coach. Mrs. Judy Sanford has been at Bridger for a while, but this is the first time she has ever been head coach of the girls basketball team. It is, as any task is, both difficult anda learning experi- ence. It's hard to get the total attention of seventeen young girls, and sometimes the prac- tices can really drag on. Of course, there is always a certain amount of nervousness that goes along with taking the job of head coach, but that seems to be ex- pected. The girls had a very good season and under the guidance of Caoches Aude and Sanford, cna look forward to may more. Back Row: Manager Alicia Richardson, Coach Mary Audi, Tami Sanford, Tracy Pfeifer, Barb Vanderloos, Danielle Smith, Tara Sanford, Coach Judy Sanford, Manager Tina Gatlin. Front Row: Becky Schcetz, Erica McBride, Michelle Thiel, Susan Althoff. Coaches Sanford and Audc give the team their strategy. Tracy Pfeifer jumps rope during one of the many practices. Front Row: Stats Shannon Gaylord, Coach Judy Sanford, Susan Sommerfeld, Stephanie Schwend, Cheryl Giest, Billi Lillte, Jamie Tuell, Manager Toni Feller, Manager Rachel Kraft. Front Row: Heidi Moorman, Tricia Moerkerke, Michelle Thiel, Erica McBride, Colette Fishbaugh. Tricia Moerkerke, Erika McBride, and Heidi Moorman show their team spirit on the bench. 35 36 NO LONGER A SIDE-LINE SPECTATOR THIS TIME IT'S FOR P, E A I You watch the entire game on the edge of your seat. With every dribble, every fast break, and every shot your body moves as if you were on the court. At time outs you watch the players as they take in the instructions of their coach. As the clock counts down, you feel your stomach tie in knots and as the final shot is safely in the hoop, you feel re- lieved and run down to the court to congratulate the team. On your trip home, your mind scans to the future days when you'll be the one out on the court making cru- cial decisions in a split second. You practice every day and with every shot you dream of being on the court. As the sweat pours down your face you realize you're exhausted, but you keep on play- ing. As the years pass by, you get better and better. Finally, in sixth grade, you get your first chance to play. It may be only an exhibition game, but to you, it’s the NBA play- offs. You eagerly await each practice and dread the last minutes of them. Your friends think that it’s a lot of hard work, which it is, but to you it’s more fun than work. As the day comes nearer, you get more and more excited. Then, the day is upon you. You are finally on the court. The ten minute game is over in a flash, but you enjoyed every minute of it. Again, in the follow- ing year, you go through the same ritual, but it seems to be some- thing less exciting, since the fact that you will soon be playing junior high ball is becoming more of a reality, but it is still great fun. As the next school year be- gins, you anxiously await the first practice and the first game, and then, the day finally arrives and in a short while you're play- ing your first game. There you are, out on the court as you family and friends cheer you on. All of those years of waiting are now behind you. Gentry Teedale looks for a possible rebound. Jodi Tuell shoots for two as Danielle Bogio prepares for a rebound. Back Row: Caoch Fishbaugh, Robbyn Teesdale, Cathy Schwend, Leslie Vandersloot, Jodi Tuell, Rachel Dam- jonvich, Coach Kuphfner. Front Row: Manager Patti Geist, CoryRcch, Carrie Hall, Colcen Murphey, Summer Smith, Manager Sarah Kraft. Back Row: Coach Kuphner, Danielle Boggio, Gentry Teesdale, Nancy Downs, Wendi Wcisgcrbcr, Christy Miller, Coach Fish- baugh. Front Row: Manager Sarah Kraft, Manager Patti Geist. Coleen Murphy, Genrty Teesdale and other team members take advantage of the pre- game warm up. 37 The team proved that they know the true value of E N D U R A N C E Stamina and strength. A com- bination of the tow caused the boys basketball team to endure the entire season. It takes every team member to make a winning team. Each player is demanded to not only play the game to the best of their abilities but also know every move the opposing team will make, and prevent it. This demands a lot from the player, and practices are just the begin- ning. They must know every play and how to make it work effec- tively. They must also know how to play defense without being called for too many fouls. Basket- ball is probably one of the most strategically played games. Each play is designed to center around the teams strong points and the opposing teams weak points. The physical demands are just the beginning. But, this years team also had something more. They had a momentum that could not be stopped. Coach Hague takes a time-out during a close game at tournaments. Varsity: Raquel Teesdalc, Blaine Salveson, Dennis Sommcrfcld, Ed Roycc, Jeff Pinnick, Joe Vandcrloos, Ty Schwend, Bob Zcntncr, Peter Cameron, Shane Hutzenbilcr, Cory Fredrickson, Shane Saarcla 38 Jared Kidwcll, James Hutzenbiler and Pete Saarcla trap a Park City player. JV: Pete Saarcla, Gerry Schectz, James Hutzenbiler, Cory Fredrickson, Bob Zentner, Boyd Hager, J.J. Smallwood, Cory Harmon, Lance Hutzenbiler, Jared Kidwcll. The Varsity team huddles before going out on the court. Joe Vandcrloos puts up a shot during the Plenty Coups game at tournaments. 39 Shooting for the Stars Jr. high is the first time most boys compete in a complete sea- son and regularly scheduled practices.lt is the first time you have to learn that there is more to the game than putting the ball through the hoop. These begin- ners were taught the basics and fundamentals of the game by Coach Randy Novakovich. You can t expect to go out on the first day and be perfect.Thenyou have to learn to get along with your teammates. If you can t do this, nothing will work.You have to know everyone s strong points and weak points and work with them not around them. You have to keep all of your basic skills at their best. You have to be willing to practice and practice.. You also have to rerspect and listen very carefully to the coach. This is a major key to having a successful team. You arent in the NBA but with alot of willingness to learn and dedication to trying to do your best for the team, someday you could be a basketball star. Coach Novakovich gives his team a pep talk before the last game of the season. Jay McCarten, Robert Anders, Chris Taylor, Orlando Allen, Tom Rcch, Chad Richardson, Dwayne Dyer, Manager Shawn Skorupa. 40 Chad Richardson manages to shoot around three B clfry players. Back Row: Neil Kidwcll, Garret Coundrey, Dan'l Dongees, Chad Schwcnd, Reece Brown, Mike Moor- man, Wade Hutzenbiler,. Front Row: Cade Schalla, Daren Miller, David Miller, Paul Reiger. A FIRST FOR EVERYTHING For the Jr. High girls, team volleyball was a first. This meant a lot of practice and a lot of training. They had to learn the techniques of volleyball. They and to learn how to serve prop- erly, for starters. They also had to learn the vol- leyball terms. Terms such as: bump, set, spike and side out, just to name a few. And after all of these were learned, they had to put them all together and work as a team. The practices were hard, but of course it all pays off on the first game. The first game means many things, including the “first game butter- flies’. The team mem- bers weren't the only ones experiencing something new, Coach Kupfner was also a first-timer. Did this means butterfies for her, too? Most likely, it did. The coach has to work just as hard, if not harder, than all the team members. This probably turned out to be quite a different story from playing vol- leyball in P.E. but was a great experience for both Coach Kupfner and the team members. Lisa Heinman, Karlette Ostrwald, Coleen Murphey, and Coach Kuphncr watch the team from the bench. Angie Sproessig bumps one over the net while Becky Kraft anticipates the next hit. 42 Karclette Ostwald, Colcen Murphey, Summer Ycrgcr, Roni Scott, Kathy Schwcnd, Rachel Damjonovich, Jodi Tuell, Danielle Boggio, Carrie Hall, Robbyn Teesdale, Lisa Hcinmcn, Becky Kraft, Gentry Tecsdalc, Christy Miller, Nancy Downs, Wendi Wcisgcrbcr, Angie Sprocssig. Gentry Teesdale and Carrie Hall attempt to keep the ball in play. Rachel Damjonovich serves at one of thicr home games. Carrie Hall, and Wendi Wcisgcrber are ready for the serve. 43 A Test of Your V 0 L L EYB A L L Knowledge 0: Define BUMP? A: It's like when you get a bug bite and it swells up. Q: Define SPIKE?: Okay, it's the things that punk rockers sculpt their hair in. They take this gel or something and the make these spikes in their hair. Q: Define SET?: It's the word that you can use to follow other words to make phrases. Like “T.V. SET . You know? All of the above answers are wrong! The real answers could be found if you were watching a vol- leyball match. Those girls who joined volleyball of course knew the definitions to all of the above volleyball terms, but they also had to know how to do them well. A BUMP is when a player (Usually in the second of two rows.) folds their hands together and holds their arms out straight to hit the ball. It is a basic hit, and very necessary to master. A SPIKE is one of the most challenging hits in the game. It demands a lot form the player. The players who use this hit are usually tall and in the first of the three rows. The player jumps up in the air before the ball is too low and uses their hand to hit the ball forcefully on the other side of the net. It is very fast, and when used correctly it can be very helpf ul in winning a game. A SET is the hit that usually comes before a spike. The plays lightly hits the ball towards the spiker. This is used to put the ball in good position for a spike. These are just a few examples of the ter ms in volleyball and how they are used. This year’s team did very well in mastering all of the needed steps to making a winning team. Back Row: Manager, Traci Moorman, Erin Randall, Chi Webber, Sue Sommcr- fcld, Jamie Tuell.Lenore Richards, Man- ager, Deana Skorupa, Assistant Coach, Jody Carlson. Front Row: Alicia Richardson,Rachel Kraft, Erika McBride, Jami Taylor, Becky Hager. 44 The bench, including Coaches Moorman and Carlson, Melissa Ostwald, and Stephanie Schwend, suspcnsfully watches the team. Stephanie Schwend dives at an attempt to keep the ball in play, as Shannon Gaylord and Heidi Moorman try to Back Row: Coach Moorman, Noclle Scott, Billi Little, Cheryl Giest, Stephanie Schwend, Heidi Moorman, Manager, Deana Skorupa, Manager, Traci Moorman. Front Row: Darcy Warrington, Toni Feller, Erin Randall, Shannon Gaylord, Melissa White, Colette Fishbaugh. Erika McBride uses her great serving techniques at a home game. 45 Ty Schwend, Jeff Pinnick Hank Snell, Dennis Sommcrfeld, Peter Cameron, Bert Kraft, Chuck Smith, J.J. Smallwood, Blaine Salveson, Michael White, Shane Hutzcnbiler, Ed Roycc, Lance Hutzcnbiler, Boyd Hager, Landon VanVulkenburg, Larry Stern, Lenore Richardson, Jennifer Downs, Darcy Warrington, Heidi Moorman, Billi Little, Cory Harmon, Sue Sommcrfeld, Erika McBride, Jamie Tuell, Stephanie Schwcnd, Megan Condrey, Jenny Nott, Tricia Mocrkcrke. Chuck Smith counts his steps as he gets ready to throw the javelin. 46 Sue Sommerfcld is a step ahead of her opponent in the 100 meter hurdles. 4 Junior Ty Schwcnd flics through the air at the long jump pit. The track team once again had an outstanding record, as they continue to... STRIVE TO BE THE BEST ...and the gun sounds. All eyes flash to the track. The racers,using every last ounce of energy in their bodies, push themselves further and further as their eyes scan for the finish line. Once in sight, the racer strives even more to reach the ribbon first. Track is a grueling sport and demands the athlete to give more en- ergy than the average can muster. Yet, it aiso proves to be one of the most rewarding and popular sports at Br- idger High. What at- tracts the students to this sport? It may be the days in the sun working on that ideal tan ,or it might be the feeling of accomplishment after clearing that seemingly impossible height or crossing that distant finish line but, what- ever it is we at Bridger High have it. Our track and field team was con- sidered at many times as the ones to beat. They won many meets and excelled to become one of the top teams, and although track is often considered an individ- ual sport the track team proved that pulling to- gether could really pay off. 47 Dustin Kallcvig clears the hurdle with stlye. Daren Miller looks to clear the height in the pole vault. Ron to get out of school! You joined track to get out of school, but it's work! If there’s one thing that is total torture it's having to stay in school when it's nice out! You start to sweat as you are sitting at your desk, you start to daydream. You think of being outside in the warm sun getting a radical tan. Well you finally find a solution! Join track! So you go out for the team and the next thing you know you're after school practicing as the coach tries to find something you can do well. The after school practices are hard work! You start to have second thoughts about this whole crazy idea, but you hang in there because there's a track meet coming up and then you'll get to do what you really wanted to do in the first place...get out of school. So, after hours of riding on those awful bus seats, you arrive. You dish out the sun tan oil and pop a tape in your box. All of a sudden someone walks up to you and wants you to run around in circles, and if you're lucky you'll win a cheap piece of satin. Once again you start to have second thoughts, but it's better than being in school...I think! Back.J.J. Hutzenbiler, Nancy Downs, Traci Moorman, Leslie Vandcrsloot, Danielle Boggio, Gentry Teesdalc, Cathy Schwend, Neil Kidwell, Rachel Damjanovich, Melissa White, Sandy Althoff, Carrie Hall, Angie Sproessig, Jodi Tucll, Steve Nott, Paul Rieger, Brian Schalla, Patty Giest, Jennifer Goetz, Cade Schalla, Mike Moorman, Dustin Kaliveg, Cinnamon Sticka, Garret Condrey, Brad Sticka, Andy Rose, Dwanc Dyer, Codi Englcrt, Sarah Kraft, David Miller, Darren Miller, Wade Hutzenbiler, Chad Schwend, Jay McCarten, Chad Richardson, Chris Taylor, Reese Brown, Dan'l Donges, Orlando Allen. Coach Carlson and Moorman clacn up after a busy track meet. Reese Brown clears the bar in high jump. David Miller looks ahead to clear the bar in the pole vault. Cathy Schwcnd sprints to the finish line for another victory. 49 Coach Haugc has proved to be a good friend as well as a coach. After being coach at Bridger High for thirteen years you could definately say that Roger Hauge has lead... A life of coaching After topping 300 wins, this past season Coach Roger Hauge decided to retire as head coach of the Bridger High boys basketball team. His career started by playing basketball in Big Timber and later moving to Texas Lutheran College in Seguin, Texas but, even then he still thought of Montana. He said, I always wanted to be a basket- ball coach, and I wanted to come back to this area. He started coaching at a small school in Nevada, followed by stops at Belgrade and Harloton before settling at Bridger. He has a very incredible win- ning record, but he states, You need players to win. I'm not going to fool anyone about that. I ’ve also had good assistant coaches through the years. Coaching keeps me going. 1 enjoy coaching now as much as I did when I first started.” He added, To me, coaching here is j ust as important as being the coach at Notre Dame. Everybody has something to give. I enjoy seeing a player I've had realize success. And it’s not just the players who are the most talented. 1 enjoy it when all my former players enjoy success in life, in or out of athletics. Hauge has also coached both high school and j unior high football and he has also coached track. You do a little of everything at the small schools.But, winning the state champion- ship of 1982 was probably one of the most memo- rable moments of my career.'That was probably the highlight of my career, coaching my son Jeff and winning the state title. But everybody on any team I’ve ever coached has been important to me. “ He also added,” I don’t like to look past tomorrow and don’t try to look back at the past. Because just like that, in a flash, it could all be gone. I just enjoy every day.” 51 Mrs. Lawler is just one of the many teachers that competed in a free throw contest during a pep rally. Judges Noellc Scott, Colette Fishbaugh, and Cherly Geist award Coach Haugc a perfect ten for his free throw. Boys Basketball Cheerleaders: Tracy Gangstad, Stephanie Schwend, Danctte Stern, Erin Randall and Becky Hager. Girls Basketball Cheerleaders: Becky Hager, Danette Stern, Tracy Gangstad and Erin Randall. 52 Back Row: Michael White, Shane Hutzenbiler. Fourth Row: Noclle Scott, Cchuck Smith, Jcniffcr Downs, Shannon Gaylord, Blaine Salvcson, Ed Royce, Billi Little, Tricia Moerkerke. Third Row: Kendra Damjan- ovich, Deana Skorupa, Jenny Nott, Darcy Warrington, Toni Feller, Rachel Kraft. Second Row: Tracy Gangstad, Erin Randall, Jamie Tucll, Jami Taylor, Lenore Richards, Holly Peters, Becky Hager, Danette Stern. Frist Row: Steph- anie Schwend, Cheryl Gcist, Colette Fishbaugh, Dennis Sommcrfcld. SOMETHING TO bhuijt ABOUT We, at Bridger High are very competitive, and this shows in our spirit. The overall spirit of this year's sports season was definitely great! There was more attendance at all sporting events than previous years, and the spirit from the crowd was in- tense! Our spirit was so great, here at Bridger High, that we wrere awarded a trophy for second place in a spirit competition at a Laurel tournament. The pep ral- lies proved to be more exciting than before, with several skits and class contests, in the form of spirit yells. The pep club did many fund raisers this year, in- cluding dances, and selling one of the hottest items at the sporting games, the rowdy rags '. If you're wondering just what in the world is a rowdy rag , this is it. A rowdy rag is a plain white towel with our school mascot on it. These are used during games to twirl above your head. It may sound trivial, but it was a big hit throughout the school. The cheer- leaders did a lot of work this year, including an excellent rou- tine to Tiffany's “I Saw Him Standing There . To sum it up, this year's school spirit was re- ally something to shout about! 53 Top: Christy Miller. Middle: Wcndi Wcisgcrbcr. Bottom: Danielle Boggio, Gentry Teesdale. STAND UP and cheer An example one of the many q uestions running through the average student's mind could be: Just how hard is it to be a cheerleader?” It doesn’t seem like it could be that hard at all! When most people think of cheerleaders, the pic- ture that pops into their minds would most likely be one of a blonde air- head in a mini skirt holding pom-poms. It seems that the only tough part about it might be making sure your skirt doesn’t fly up on one of those oh so challenging” jumps, or maybe making sure your pom-poms are fluffed just right. Well, actu- ally, cheerleading can be quite challenging. Have you ever though about how much energy it must take? And it could also be quite frus- trating to have an audi- ence that just won’t get excited. A lot of work also goes into all of the floor routines, espe- cially the final routine which is set to music. Yes, it can take quite a bit of time and energy, but these young girls did a great job! f Danielle Boggio and Christy Miller show their unity on a jump during a floor routine. 54 The seventh grade cheerleaders lead the crowd in spirit. Top Row: Carrie Hall, Gentry Teesdale, Chris Taylor, Chad Richardson, Tom Rech, Orlando Allen, Robert Anders, Nancy Downs, Wcndi Weisgerber, Jodi Tuell, Leslie Vandcrsloot, Cathy Schwend. Third Row: Garret Condrey, Chad Schwend, Dwayne Dyer, Shawn Skorupa, Jay McCartcn, Robbyn Teesdale, Rachel Damjanovich, Danielle Boggio, Laura Anderson, Colccn Murphey, Roni Acott. Second Row: Ralene Tecsdlae, Justin Feller, Mike Moorman, Steve Nott, Steve Nott, Summer Yerger, Becky Kraft, Neil Kidwcll, Josh Webber, Paul Rieger, Dan'l Dongees, Reece Brown. Front Row: Daren Miller, Wade Hutzenbiler, David Miller, Cade Friday, Delbert Perters, Cory Rech, Angie Sproessig, Christy Miller, Karlette Ostwald, Lisa Hindman. 55 FFA: Ian Morris, Bob Zentncr, Jeff Pinnick, Ty Schwcnd, Willie Williams, Mr. Simpson, Pete Saarcla, Chuck Smith, J.J. Smallwood, Shawn Murphy, Shannon Gaylord, Annette Jenny Nott and Dcana Skorupa help Althoff, Susan Althoff. serve refreshments at the FFA banquet. It never hurts to have One of the most com- mon complaints about classes in school is that the things taught will never be used after making that final exit out of the school door. Well, FFA and FHA are designed to give you a head start in the real world. FFA , Future Farmers of America, teaches the basics and not-so-basic things about the world of agri- culture. This group seem ideal for our part of the country. Many students in this group have parents that are farmers and already know a lot about being a farmer. On the other hand, FHA stresses the basic survival in the real world, from sewing to cooking. They also have the opportunity to go to the state FHA con- vention where they com- pete against other FHA members from around the state. Some competi- tions are.waiting on tables, and sandwich making. All in all, both groups offer a lot of dif- ferent things. FFA advisor, Mr.. Simpson and FHA advisor Miss Samson team up to play a mean game of foosball while members of the groups went roller-skating. Miss Samson and Dcana Skorupa serve honorary chapter member George Althoff. Toni Feller, Raquel Teesdale, Erin Randall, Kendra Damjanovich, Jamie Tuell, Lcnore Richards, Rachel Kraft, Jody Campbell, Jenny Nott, Dcana Skorupa, Miss Samson, Bert Kraft, Stephanie Schwcnd, Anettc Althoff, Jennifer Downs, Shannon Gaylord, Melissa Ostwald, Darcy Warrington, Noelle Scott. ft 57 58 Students have opportunities to SPEAK UP and let their opinions be heard. Everyone has an opinion. This is one thing that can not be taken away from each of us. And most people want their opinions heard. The Student Council gives the students of Bridger High a chance to be heard. The students elect representatives from each class, a girl and a boy, and a president, vice president and secretary. The students can tell any of these people their thoughts and ideas about what should be changed or stay the same about our school. Then, after some time, the idea can actually be put into action. Some examples of this are the new rule about wearing shorts to school. Students are now allowed to wear shorts to school. Another group that has very strong opinions is SADD, Stu- dents Against Drunk Driving. Their opinions about safe drink- ing are very obvious and serious. Both groups give the students a chance to voice their opinions. Student Council: Bert Kraft, Jared Kidwell, Michael White, Ed Royce, Kelly Peters, Mr. Vandcrpan, Susan Althoff, Jamie Tucll, Cheryl Gicst, Becky Hager, Tracy Pfiefcr, Shannon Gaylord, Jennifer Downs, Bob Zcntncr, Larry Stern. SADD: Jennifer Downs, Jami Taylor, Becky Hager, Lcnorc Richardson, Sue Sommcrfcld, Shannon Gaylord, Darcy Warrington, Toni Feller, Erika McBride, Susan Althoff, Jamie Tucll, Mr, Pinnick. Gerry Schcctz places his ballot in the voting box. Bert Kraft, Student Council president, introduces a speaker at an assembly. 59 Back Row: Mrs. Leader, Tracy Gangstad, Bert Kraft, Holly Peters. Front Row: Darcy Warrington, Rachel Kraft, Shannon Gaylord, Toni Feller, Jami Taylor, Lucielle Swan. The choir performs at one of their concerts. The band, under the direction of Mrs. Leader, sound great with their new members. The choir spreads Christmas spirit by singing Christmas carols in the halls. 60 CHANGE YOUR TUNE SOMETHING NEV FOR THE MUSIC DEPARTMENT This year, the high school band, and chorus experienced something new, new members, in the form of jr. high. The eighth grade class collaborated with the high school to form a bigger band and chorus. At first, this change wasn't very welcome. To some people, the last thing they wanted was jr. high kids in their classes. But, in time, this attitude wore off. They weren't exactly over- joyed to have them in their class, but, it did give them a bigger band and chorus. The one thing that the eighth graders still couldn’t do was join honor band. It was still restricted for high schoolers only. Those from Bridger that were lucky enough to be chosen for this trip experienced a full- sized band and also experienced Canada. This trip was very re- warding, but those eighth graders who didn't get the chance to try out this year can always have the opportunity next year. Back Row: Mrs. Leader. Front Row: Jenny Nott, Billi Little, Tracy Gangstad, Oerry Scheetz, Dennis Sommcrfcld, Rachel Kraft, Sue Sommcrfcld, Lcnorc Richards. Back Row: Tracy Gangstad, Teresa Haney, Erin Randall, Mrs. Leader. Third Row: Joe Vandcrloos, Heidi Moorman, Shane Saarela, Becky Schectz, Chad Richardson, Dennis Sommcrfcld, Larry Stern, Landon VanValkenbourg, Gerry Schectz, Bert Kraft. Second Row: Jamie Tuell, Christy Miller, Susan Althoff, Nancy Dwons, Toni Feller, Cheryl Gcist, Billi Little, Michael White, Curt McNeill, Wendi Wcisgcrbcr, Stephanie Schwend, Jenny Nott. First Row: Michelle Theil, Tricia Moerkcrke, Rachel Kraft, Jody Campbell, Chi Webber, Erika McBride, Dcana Skorupa, Melissa Ostwald, Colette Fishbaugh, Sue Sommcrfcld, Lenore Richards. Back Row: Evelyn Vanderloos, Michael Goldsberry, Mrs. Leader. Second Row:Mathre Kaufmen, Eric Vandersloot, Shane McCar- ten, ZacSkorupa, Travis McDowel, Randy Nott, Tyson VanPatten. Front Row. Sahne McCaine, Darci Teesdale, Kim Schwend, Dani Richardson, Robby Williams, Jennifer Allen, Bobbi DeRudder, Lori Hindman.. Back Row: Carrie Hall, Leslie Vandersloot, Jodi Tuell, Cathy Schwend, Wendi Weisgerber, Summer Smith. Second Row: Kar- lette Ostwald, Laura Anderson, Coleen Murphey, Roni Scott, Christy Miller, Mrs. Leader. Front Row: Neil Kidwell, Angie Sproessig, Cory Rech, David Miller, Darren Miller. A scene form the grade school performance of Music Moves Me!”. 62 Instrumental Commitmen In fifth grade, every student has to make a major decision. Whether or not to join band. If you decide to join band, you're making a commit- ment. The first step is to choose an instrument, which is usually not very hard, every student generally has an instru- ment already in mind. Once it's chosen, you’re committing yourself to practicing, not only in band class, but also at home. This means you will have to carry your instrument home, every day, and unless you're working out in a gym regularly, you'd better stay away from the tuba or any other instrument weighing over ten pounds. After all of these steps are covered, you may also find that playing your instru- ment could lead to great things when you're in high school, including a chance to take your tal- ent on the road” in an honor band trip. The seventh and eight grade choir perform for the audience. Back Row: Brian Schalla, Jennifer Geotz, Matt Randall, Mrs. Leader. Second Row:Brad Sticka, Sarah Kraft, Cinammon Sticka, Codi Englert, Melissa White. Front Row: Charlene Williams, Jennifer Allan, Patti Giest, Traci Moor- man, Sandy Althoff, Christy Van- Campen. Back Row: Darren Miller, Neil Kidwell, Davia Miller, Mrs. Leader. Second Row: Garret Con- drey, Chad Schwend, Robbyn Teesdale, Jodi Tuell, Joshua Webber, Randy Nott, Mike Moor- man. Front Row: Coleen Murphey, Cory Rech, Angie Sproessig, Cathy Schwend, Laura Anderson, Leslie Vandersloot, Carrie Hall. 63 WHAT!@? Take French? English is my... FflRPTHM T KTr TT C 17 I K N S k N N S k N S N N i NSS S S SS s S vl SNS SS vvVt|j| S N S NSSSXSJ 1 1 wIn JL� 1YIN Lt LJ Yv w 1 } i So, you get the schedule for next year. You fill each slot with a class you weather want to take or have to take, but, it's not uncommon to have a few extra periods, especially when you’re a freshmen. You can't take two study halls, well, you probably could, but it would be pretty hard. You scan the columns of classes and find nothing that interests you. Let's see...Chemistry? No way! Geometry? 1 already have a math credit for the year. Um... French? Well, now you've considered it. Should 1 take French? The first thing you do is ask someone who has already taken the course how hard it was. After hearing several horror stories of the endless nights of homework and the grueling teacher, you decide to give it a whirl. Besides, French is the language of love, and maybe it will impress some of your dates. The first days glide along swiftly, but as you progress, it becomes more and more difficult. You soon catch up and learn how to say entire phrases. The next thing you know, you can read and translate French. One day, your teacher approaches you with the idea of going to the “Foreign Language Festival where you will do a skit for an audience of high school French students and teachers and you will also get to learn more about the language. Tracy Gangstad, junior, and Becky Scheetz, freshmen, decided to go. They did a skit with teacher, Mr. Scott in which they sang while Mr. Scott played the guitar. Was it fun?” you ask. (Well, they were out of school weren't they!) Sure! They spent a day seeing other students skits and at the end of the day, awards were handed out. Maybe, this article will help a few more students take French..n est-ce pas? French teacher, Mr. Scott, and two of his students, Becky Scheetz, freshmen and Tracy Gangstad, junior, sing at the Foreign Language Festival at Northwest Community College in Powell, Wyoming. Becky Scheetz and Tracy Gangstad take time to pose for a picture at the Frocign Language Festival in Powell, Wyoming. Freshman, Larry Stern, pulls his donkey with all of his might inordcr to get an out of bounds ball, in the Donkey Basketball game between the freshmen and sophomores. 64 Carol Hcrdcn, senior, strcchcs to grab the for her team but, she can’t let go of the reigns. Donkey Basketball has been a tradition at Bridger for many years and is one of the most amusing basketball games played in the gym all year! Brave volun- teers play a game of basketball with one new addition and a few new rules. Each team mem- ber has their own don- key and must foilow the strict rules in taking care of their animal. They can not let go of the donkey’s reigns at any time and must take care of any “ messes “ their animal makes. This is probably one of the most disgusting parts of the game, but, for the audi- ence, it can be one of the most humorous. The team consisted of not only members of each class, but a parent of each of the players. This made it even more fun to watch. Nc matter if you're watching a game, or playing in it, it is a lot of fun! The seniors and juniors battle until the finish. Some players on the team included Michael White, senior and Shawn Murphcy, junior. Jamie Tuell, with ball in hand, mounts her donkey and hopes for a point for her team, the freshmen. 65 In the Spotlight For some people, getting up in front of an audience would be one of the hardest things in the world to do. For others, it's no problem. This problem has to be faced daily, but it must be especially hard for members of the drama class. The students are trained to face an audience. They practice daily, in front of the class but it must be a totally different expe- rience to be in front of the audi- ence. Bright lights beat on your face, the temperature on the stage that seems tobe at least 100 degrees, and all eyes are on you. Drama students learn to over- come any fears or phobias they may have about getting up in front of an audience. They strive to develop their acting tech- niques to their fullest. For some people, this was no problem. There were people who actually even volunteered to get up in front of the entire high school and grade school at an assembly. These brave souls had the rare chance of holding a variety of snakes including a boa constric- tor. In either both case, getting up in front of an audience must have its rewards. Ed Royce and Blaine Salvcson perform in an improvisation at the drama recital. Several poisonous snakes were shown to the school audience at an assembly. The entire drama class take a bow for their outstanding performances in the drama recital. 66 Jodi Tucll was one of the many brave volunteers who got the opportunity to handle a poisonous snake. Jami Taylor and Lcnore Richards perform an excerpt from Antigone for the drama recital. Ian Morris, Jody Tucll, Joe Vandcrloos and Chuck Smith were some of the actors in the skit entitled Gangsters . 67 Staff: Editor: Noelle Scott Copy Editor: Corey Scott Asst. Copy Editor: Jami Taylor Copy Staff: Corey Scott Jami Taylor Advertisement Editor: Becky Ilager Bookkeeping: Becky Hager Computer Editor: Corey Scott Asst. Computer Editor: Jami Taylor Graphics Editor: Corey Scott Layout Editor: Noelle Scott Asst. Layout Editor: Megan Coundrey Staff Artist: Corey Scott Advisor: Jerry Scott Thanks to: - Mrs. Coleen Fishbaugh for her cooperation in helping the staff, -Shannon Gaylord and Colette Fishbaugh for con- tributing pictures. - Jeannie Scott for her much appreciated help in proof-reading copy. -All janitors for being so patient during those days after school was out. -Sheri Wagner for constant advise and the original theme idea of Scout It Out. - Jerry Scott for his patience,guidance, and sup- port. -All staff members whose dedication was so great that they were willing to spend their summer vac- tion working on this yearbook. -The 1988 Sc out It Out patrons. 68 Top: Jami Taylor, Becky Hager. Bottom: Megan Coundrey, Noelle Scott, Corey Scott, Mr. Scott. Something and This year's annual staff definitely wasn't afraid to try anything new! They boldly went were no other staff had gone. The annual staff annually puts on the Christmas dance, known as the Snowball”. Well, this year, they decided to do something totally new. Instead of getting a band or a D.J. for the dance they got a big screen T.V. and recorded videos off M T.V. which were played that night for the dance. It was “Christ- mas at M T.V. Complete with the king, Ed Royce, and queen, Shannon Gaylord, decided by vote, it was a huge success! The staff also experienced a new editor for the yearbook, junior, Noelle Scott. Both Noelle and Corey Scott attended a yearbook camp at Oregon State University this past summer. Noelle and Corey worked together at camp on making a rough Corey Scott, Megan Coundrey, Noelle Scott, Jami Taylor, and Becky Hager discover new things on the Machintosh SE. The Computer was purchased at the beginnig of the year by the Yearbook Staff. Seniors, Shannon Gaylord and Ed Royce were crowned Queen and King of the Snowball. The King and Queen of the dance was decided by vote. draft of an actual yearbook. Complete with cover design, layouts and a theme. Their yearbook design received second place at the camp which was a great honor, considering there were over 250 partici- pants. The staff was very successful in carrying out all of these new ideas, but there was one more new addition, a computer. Yes, all of this yearbook's headlines and stories are done on the Macintosh SE which was purchased by the staff near the begin- ning of the year. This meant that a lot of time had to be spent learning how to put this computer to use. This job was tackled by Corey Scott and Ja mi Taylor. It was time consuming, and quite frustrating at times, but it did make everything a lot easier, in the end. Jami Taylor and Megan Condrey were new members of this year's staff.. Jami was co-computer editor, and copy assistant. She did an excellent job. Megan was layout supervisor. She had to spend time in the staff room making layouts. The rest of the staff consisted of previous members. Becky Hager was ad supervisor and bookkeeper. This meant she had to work with a lot of money figures and con- tracts. This job is no small task. Corey Scott was co- computer editor, copyeditor, and graphic artist. He not only had to write the articles and learn how to use the computer, but he also did all of the art work in the yearbook, including the cover design. Noelle Scott was the editor-in-chief of the 1988 yearbook. She was the driving force behind the staff. In the words of yearbook advisor, Jerry Scott, Noelle became one of the best editors I have ever worked with. Once again, the advisor was Jerry Scott. He handled all of the changes very well, and encouraged us to make the changes we did. The staff can look forward to' more changes next year in all forms, and another fantastic yearbook. 69 Jeff Pinnick , Lance Hutzenbiler, Jenny Nott and other new NHS members arc initiated at the awards assembly. This years NHS officers Jennifer Downs, Shannon Gaylord, Shane Hutzenbiler and Bert Kraft read pledges of what NHS is about. Teachers Miss Carlson, Mrs. Brasen and Mrs. Majerus participate in the costume contest at the NHS carnival. 70 Back Row: Shannon Gaylord, Bert Kraft, Shane Hutzenbiler Jennifer Downs, Cheryl Gicst Billi Little, Tricia Moerkerke Rachel Kraft, Blaine Salvcson Lcnorc Richardson, Mr, Pinnick Toni Feller, Nocllc Scott, Annette Althoff, Gerry Schcctz. NHS advisor Mr. Pinnick, hands out awards for this years officers. National Honor Society gives the stundents who seem to excell above the rest a chance to help fellow students in earning money for an annual scholarship. This money is earned through the Hal- loween Carnival. They sell booths for games to other organizations which ends up to be a great fund- raiser and great fun. Kids come to the carnival in their costumes and enjoy the fun and games of the night. Some popular booths in- clude the fishing pond and dunk- ing booth. What better way to spend a Hallwoeen night? Prizes are also awarded for best cost u me and the High School had some good represenitives for this contest. Several girls form the senior class dressed up as Crayola” crayons and one girl dressed up as the box. Other costumes were the California Raisins and the ever popular witch costume. It is a fun night for all age goups, and raises money for the NHS schol- arship. Roger Harding and Scotia Morris enjoy drawing pictures at one of the carnival booths 71 “ I thought once we got out of junior high we wouldn't have to do any more science fair junk!” This was the most heard comment when Mr. Scott announced that all science students” had their choice of doing a research paper, a display project or a science fair project. Of course, even though the date was set about 4 months in advance, most students waited until the last week to start their project. Re member, it takes time for seeds to grow and results to be obtained, said Mr. Scott, so make sure you start early.” It is amazing how those results came out near perfect although the projects were literally done overnight! Thus the research papers were collected and the displays and projects were set upon March 9 for the Bridger Science Fair. A team of judges from Eastern Montana College awarded ribbons with the top projects invited to participate in the District Sci- ence Fair to be held in Bridger on March 14th. Belfry, Red Lodge, Joliet, Park City, Fromberg, Pryor and Bridger filled the Bridger gym with science fair projects on that Monday. Judges from the participating schools used the state judging format (including interviews) with ribbons placed on the projects before the Fair was open to the public that evening. A plaque was awarded at the end of the day to those students who had the best project in each division. Brenda Lavold from Park City took home the plaque for the grade 6 division with her project called Beverages made with dis- tilled vs tap water. The grade 7 and 8 division winner was Roni Scott from Bridger with her project entitled Coagulation temperature of egg whites.” Troy Wooten of Joliet took home the grade 9-12 plaque with his project Electric magnetic eleva- tion. Each school could then choose projects to go on to the State Science Fair in Missoula on April 8 and 9. Becky Scheetz, Orlando Allen, Carrie Hall, Leslie Vandersloot, Becky Kraft, Neil Kidwell, Wendi Weisgerber, and Roni Scott were picked to enter from Bridger. Michael Nottingham from Bel- fry and Troy Wooten of Joliet joined the group for the trip to Missoula. Mrs. Lawler and Mr Scott arranged for tours of the Museum of the Rockies in Bozeman and a tour of Butte on the way to the State Fair. Another tour of the Stone Container Paper Mill outside of Missoula was taken on that Friday. Most of the afternoon was taken by the judges who spent hours interviewing and looking, looking and interviewing. Becky Scheetz brought home a first place prize with her project called “ Music: does it make a Difference? where she played various types of music as students took exams. The awards banquet on Saturday found Orlando Allen receiving a $50 check for his display on solar energy. All of the participants who went from Bridger received some type of award. Everyone thought the trip was great but stated that the smell of the paper mill was the worse part. The best part..swimming at the motel, of course! The District Science Fair, held in Bridger, had many spectators. Science and math instructor, Mrs. Lawler, waits for the Science Olympiad to offically begin. Pentalholon member, Jamie Tucll, pushes herself around pylons, just one of the many activities in this event. 73 After working for nearly two months, the fourth graders city was finally ready for a showing at the art fair. Carol Herden, art insrtuctor, Mrs. Colley, Jamie Tucll, and Corey Scott. Carol, Jamie, and Corey were named as the best artists, an annual award. 74 The annual Fine Arts Fair is a chance to show off all of the artistic talents we have here at the Bridger schools. It also gives us a chance to show how each person expresses himself in art, and gives that person a chance to show off their individuality. There was, as always, a great variety of works at the art fair, in fact, something for everyone. These was also something at the art fair that has never been at Bridger before, inflatable sculpture. This idea was brought to Bridger by art instructor, Mrs. Sue Colley, Corey Scott, and Jamie Tuell, after they attended the Montana Art Interscholastics. Corey and Jamie had the opportunity to attend this state-wide art convention early this spring. The class in inflatable sculpture was just one class these young aspiring artists took. Corey and Jamie also brought home their own inflatable sculpture, a huge, “Swatch” watch. The other inflatable sculp- ture was a bag of M M's”. This was made by Corey Scott, Randy Parker, Lucille Swan, and Raquel Tees- dale. On the night of the art fair, certificates were awarded for those high school and grade school students whose art works were shown at the Red Lodge Carbon County Art Guild. Several of these works also received an honorable mention award. Carol Herden, for the second consecutive year, received the Bud Burns Memorial Award for her gridded drawing, which also received a champion ribbon at our art fair.A gridded drawing by Corey Scott, and a pen and ink sketch by Jamie Tuell were also chosen as champion ribbon art works. In addition awards were given out to the best artists of 1988. Carol Ilerden and Corey Scott received this award for the second year in a row. They were joined by Jamie Tuell, a first time recipient of this award. We, at Bridger High are very proud of our art fair, for it shows just how much we really do stand out in the the crowd. Mrs. Scott and instructor, Mrs. Colley, visit about the exhibits at the art fair. Jody Tuell, Mrs. Sprocssig, Mrs. Bratsky, Paul Rcigcr, and Jack Tuell enjoy the sculptre dis- play. 75 In the first act. Shannon Gaylord listens to the Randy Parker, playing the part of a famous conversation between her husband, Ed Royce producer, tries to get the affection of his old and his secretary, Jami Taylor. flame, played by Melissa Ostwald. 76 Controversy on the Stage The Theater class presented Neil Simon's Plaza Suite on May 12th and 13th. All three acts of the play are set in the same suite of rooms in New York City's plaza Hotel. Each of the acts is a separate play in itself, and each one hints of controversy. The pro- duction featured a dif- ferent cast of players for each night. The first act starred Ed Royce on both nights with Lenore Richards on the first night and Shan- non Gaylord playing op- posite Ed in the second performance. The roles of waiter waitress were portrayed by Darcy Warrington and Joe Vanderloos. The scene opens on a couple whose relationship is going downhill, it happens to be their anniversary and the wife is attempt- ing to rekindle their married bliss. When the husband is called to work by his attractive secretary, who was played by Colette Fish- baugh the first night and Jami Taylor the sec- ond, the wife suggests that the two of them are having an affair. When her husband finally admits to the truth, he is given a choice - leave or stay and try to keep their marriage alive. As the lights dim, the hus- band is seen slowly closing the door behind he m on the way out of the Plaza Suite. The second act takes place in the same suite with a fa mous I lollywood producer, played by Randy Parker and Den- nis Sommerfeld inviting an old girlfriend up to the room for a little chat . It doesn't take the young lady, played by Melissa Ostwald and Noelle Scott, long to fig- ure out his real inten- tion. However, after sev- eral drinks, she be- comes more and more attracted to him. He gives up when his ad- vances are resisted and since she seems to be heading in the same di- rection as he was, he lets her take over. By the time the curtain goes down, they find them- selves on the couch in each other's arms. The third an final act is also staged in the Plaza Suite. This is the story of a mother, played by Jami Taylor and Colette Fishbaugh, and the father, por- trayed by Chuck Smith and Blaine Salveson, both trying desperately to “talk their daughter out of the bathroom for her wedding, which is only awaiting her arri- val. After much panick- ing, pacing .arguing, and crying, none of which persuade her out of the bathroom, the dis- traught parents call her husband-to-be , played by Shane Saarela and Ian Morris, to see if he can get her to come out. When he finally comes to the door they inform him of the situation. Af- terwards, he casually crosses the room and tells his wife-to-be Cool it!” She immedi- ately comes out and they all go downstairs for the ceremony. It turned out that there was another con- troversy regarding Plaza Suite”. Is seem that some viewers ob- jected to some of the language used and char- acters portrayed in the play, walked out during the first part of the first act on opening night. The play was ex- tremely witty, bril- liantly directed, as usual, by Dr. Dan Aad- land. Congratulations to those involved in this superb production. 77 Tracy Gangstad gets into the homecoming spirit and goes all out for Nerd Day . Senior lockers are covered with posters for the annual locker poster contest held during spirit week. 78 This years bonfire was bigger than ever due to the many boxes collected by the classes for spirit points. W Itl at a. B last! Homecoming started out with the usual Spirit Days on September 14th. The themes for each day were as follows: Monday-Nerd day, Tuesday-Funeral day, Wednesday-Constitution day, Thursday-Tie day, and Friday-Grub day. On Friday we had no classes in the afternoon. The Freshmen were taken up to paint the B . Sopho- more, Danielle Smith , commented,1 The freshmen should have been tortured more up at the 'B Most of the afternoon was spent with everyone working on their floats. We also had a pep-rally where the Scouts made a representation of bury- ing the old spirit and gaining new spirit for this year. Also Jamie and Stephanie did a skit that everyone enjoyed. That evening, at the high school, the classes competed against each other at the Goofy Olym- pics. The events were the egg toss, balloon toss, crutch race, tug-o-war, and licorice race.The tug- o-war had a little suprise in store for unex- pecting seniors. The seniors were matched up with the juniors for one competition and on the go signal all of the juinors let go of the rope. All of the seniors found themselves thrown across the floor, as everyone laughed. Danielle Smith said, The Goofy Olympics was the best...especially when the seniors bit the dust! Afterwards ail the students joined hands to snake dance through town, from the school to the bonfire at the beet dump. For the bonfire, each class collected as many boxes as they could. The Juniors got first place for this. Saturday morning around 11:00 a.m. the classes drove their floats down Main Street for the Homecoming parade. This was the first year in awhile that it didn't rain or snow, so the floats stayed in good condition. For the float competition Juniors came in 3rd with the theme Got 'em On The Run , Seniors were 2nd with Scouts are Flying High , with Sophomores 1st using Wipe 'em Out Scouts”. The high school football game started at 1:00 p.m. This year we had some Belfry players on our team because they didn't have enough people to make up their own team. During half time the king and queen candidates went out on the field for the announcement of the winners. The winnig pair were Ty Schwend and Cheryl Giest, both from the Junior class. The football game was Bridger against Fromberg. Bridger took the win with the score of 42 to 8. Afterwards, the high school girls basketball played Fromberg at 7:30 that night. Bridger won this also with the score of 48 to 36. The homecoming dance was scheduled to take place from 9:00 p.m. to 1:00 a m. People from Bridger, Fromberg, Belfry, Joliet, came to the dance at the multi-purpose room in the grade school. About half way through the dance, the students began to smell smoke. We found out that one of the speakers had blown up! Since it would have taken too long to hook up the other speaker, Mr. Vanderpan postponed the homecominging ing dance to a later date. So ends another home- coming,. Although we ve had better it definately wasn t our worst! Jeff Pinnick, Danielle Smith, and J.J. Smallwood are pictured riding the sophomore's winning float entitled Wipe Em' Out”. The sophomore class managed to win first place in the float competition for the second year in a row. The sophomores ended the classes portion of the talent show with a bang ! 80 Sophomore, Kelly Peters' locker provided music throughout the halls. Matt Randall and J.J. Hutzenbiler in a scene from the grade school Christmas program. Rockin' Christmas Christmas this year was definitely different! Here at Bridger we’ve seen many Christmases come and go, but there was something different about this Christmas. In the grade school they had the Christmas pro- gram with each class doing traditional carols. The fourth, fifth, andsixthgrade put on a musical which retold the Christmas story in a new way. The high school and junior high band and choir also had a program in which they spread their holiday cheer in music. On the last day before vacation the grade school had their parties with gift exchange, pop, cookies, and games. The junior high had a dance in the gym which started out slow, but things started to pick up when Mr. Fishbaugh started dancing with a broom and shouted Time for a waltz! Over at the high school students had to go to first and second period classes and then the juniors and seniors went to the band room to listen to the college students talk about life after high school. It's unknown what the sophomores and freshmen were supposed to be doing at this time.!?!) At noon you could buy lunch from the student council. They had ham or turkey sandwiches avail- able. The talent show was next on the schedule. It turned out that every class did a lip sync. The freshmen did their lip sync to Lollipop. The juniors did a very confusing version of the Twelve Days of Christ mas. They also got into the rockin' mood with a jazzy lip sync to Kiss Ihm Goodbye by the Nylons. The seniors started to get down to an original rap about Christmas here at Bridger. The sophomores gave a really rockin' feeling to the contest as they did a lip sync to a funky version of Santa Claus is Cornin' to Town complete with screaming fans and sexy sax solos. The physics class did a laser light show to end the program. Red lasers danced around on the wall to the beat of music. The gift exchange was last for the day. Students drew names and racked their brains to think of something decent anyone could but for five dollars and under! This Christmas was definitely fun, definitely different... but most of all it was definitely rockin'! trrrnn a Grade schoolers. Heather McDowell, Michael George, Kellie McCartcn, Kellie Damjanovich, and Santa perform in the Christmas program. Freshman, Boyd Hager, with his gift exchange present, has a show down with Mike Kaufman. 81 The Junior Senior Banquet is one of the most anticipated points of an upperclassman's years in high school. The Juniors work all year to raise the money for this occasion, but all the work is definitely worth it! Everyone started to gather at the school early enough to get pic- tures taken and to ad- mire each other in their formal attire. Next, the bus was loaded and they were off. Billings was the destination. Yes, everyone was looking forward to a night on the town. When they finally arrived at their destina- tion, The Sheraton, ev- eryone got off the bus and went inside to get a table for the banquet. The food was enjoyed by everyone.This year the dinner was done in the style of a buffet. Some examples of the food they had are- marinated chicken, pasta salad, and for desert, mousse. It was definitely a night of high class. Next was the dance. The music was by The Experi- ment . Everyone danced all night and enjoyed the top floor view of the city lights. It was a great night. Everyone had a blast! And if you were to ask a junior if it's worth selling concessions all year to go to this ban- quet, the answer would be Absolutely!” Tricia Morkerke, Cheryl Geist, and Billi Little have fun while waiting to leave for Billings. Principal, Terry VanderPan, and his wife enjoy a night of fun at the Jr Scnior Banquet. Bert Kraft, Carol Hcrden, Toni Feller, Willie Williams, and Ian Morris are just of few of the juniors and seniors at the dance on top of the Sheraton. Mr. and Mrs. VanderPan and Mrs. and Mr. Lawler enjoy the banquet. Waiting for the bus departures, class advisors, Mrs. Gcotz and Mr. Pinnick, visit with Mrs. Tucll and Mrs. Pinnick. Bob Zcntncr get admired in by Colette Fishbaugh, Martic Derflinger and Becky Hager. 83 Chuck Smith and Peter Cameron share a good joke at the Jr. Sr. Banquet. T7AT T V E ALL THE The Galloping Goose is just one of the many high points in a senior's life. This time staying out all night is the plan. A Galloping Goose din- ner is when students have a dinner in courses (appetizers, salad, main course, and desert) but the catch is, each course is held a different house. This is where we get the name Galloping Goose. The houses are usually senior's houses, but there have been ex- ceptions. The night starts at a certain house where they have the first course, appetizers. Next they'll go to a dif- ferent house for salad. Then after that, they go to yet another house for the main course, and after that, in still an- other house, desert. It’s usually very late by the time they get done going from house to house and some senior's top it off with, breakfast. Yes, it usually ends up to be an all night extravaganza. It is really fun, and of course, just another addition that long list of fun things senior's get to do. But, don;t worry, the Galloping Goose, is an old tradition, and I'm sure it'll still be around for those of you who haven't experienced it. Mrs. Jan Gcotz and Danctte Stern scent to enjoy each others company. Michael White and Jennifer Downs have a blast at the Galloping Goose. Most of the people who are reading this article either attended school with this year's seniors, are friends from other towns, or are parents and friends who know these seniors well. Now, you're going to learn one more little bit of trivia about them. When we asked the seniors to tell us their favorite movie, book, and T. V. show, they first said It s gonna’ cost ya’!” But after some persuasion we finally came up with these responses. Danette Stern: The kind of girl that your Mom would love to have you bring home. Of course her favorite movie is Pretty in Pink”. Peter Cameron: He’s the type of guy you could picture being in the next world war. His favorite T.V. show is (what else?) Tour of Duty”. Carol Herden: If you’ve ever seen any of this gal’s art work; you won’t be surprised that her favorite book is Amityville Horror. Hank Snell:Quiet and reserved Hank can usu- ally be found with one certain girl instead of hanging out with the “in crowd. The Outsiders is his favorite book. Chuck Smith: This guy always seems to be in a great mood and ready for a good time, so naturally, his choice for a favorite movie is Bachelor Party . Shane Ilutzenbiler: Shane is sometimes very serious and sentimental, although you wouldn’t be able to tell if you met him. It may surprise you to find out that his favorite book is the tear-jerker Where the Red Fern Grows. Darcy Warrington: Darcy is an outgoing, fun- loving girl, that is when she’s not inside wrapped up in the serious business of her favorite T.V. drama, Days of Our Lives”. Michael White: You probably know that he’s a party animal and a practical joker, so you could guess that his favorite T.V, show is ’’Moonlighting”. Dennis Sommerfeld: Here’s a guy who’s very athletic and into physical fitness. Of course his favorite movie is American Ninja 11 . Joe Vanderloos: Joe is really quiet and doesn't do many thing that are against the rules. It’s a surprise to find out that his favorite movie is Ferris Bueller's Day Off . Blaine Salveson: Blaine is both funny and fun to be around. His favorite movie is the hilarious Inner Space . Ed Royce: Since Ed is always on the look out for good-looking girls, and would love to be on a beach surrounded by tons of women in bikinis, his favor- ite movie is 10 . Shannon Gaylord: Since Shannon is very intelli- gent and enjoys thing that are deep: and things that really make you think, it’s natural that her favorite movie is The Breakfast Club”. Melissa Ostwald: Maybe it's the influence of a wise, older brother or having to put up with a teen- age sister that makes Family Ties” her favorite T.V. show. Annette Althoff: This very capable girl is the smallest member of the class of '88. Do you suppose that has anything to do with Growing Pains” being her favorite T.V. show? Randy Parker: He said that in the future he look forward to having “A torrid love affair with Ma- donna.” Naturally, his favorite movie is Anything with Madonna in it.” Bert Kraft: He must be just about one of the smartest people in school, and is always searching for an answer to everything. That must be why his favorite movie is The Meaning of Life”. Jennifer Downs: If you know how bizarre Jen- nifer can be, you might wonder what planet she came form. Maybe E.T. is her favorite movie because it reminds her of some of her long-lost relatives. Well, there it is. Just a sample of some of the seniors' favorites. They're definitely a group of individuals for every point of view and truly one of the most “original classes ever to hit Bridger High. Shannon Gaylord Carol Herden Ed Royce Michael White Danette Stern Peter Cameron Blaine Salvenson Jennifer Downs sen-ior-i-tis t sen-yor-i-tis n 1: The contagious disease that affects seniors. Some symp- toms may be detected early, but there is no known cure. Some warning signs may be: having all brain cells dysfunction in any urgent situation, uncontrollable dragging of the tongue, and a dazed look. You know you are a victim of this disease when: you sell the deed of the school to an Arab with a rocket launcher, when you get caught pouring gasoline around the school, when you get deten- tion for having an atom bomb in your locker, when you spend your entire P.A.D. period trying to figure out how many people re- ally stay awake during those stimulating videos Mr. Hague shows, when you try to count how many times Dr. Aadland tells you the same story, when you get caught cheating... on your count- down to graduation poster, and when you are so desperate to get out of school that you would pay anyone any amount of money to go to school the last three days for you. If you are testing positive to all of the above symptoms... you are suffering form a severe case of the dreaded, contagious dis- ease... senioritis. Joe Vanderloos Darcy Warrington Chuck Smith Hank Snell, Jennifer Downs and Darcy Warrington look at old baby pictures. Tricia Moerkerke, Michael White and Blaine Salvcson relax after dancing the night away. Cool guys Ed Royce and Shane Hutzenbiler model their shades. Many decorations added to the dinner at the Galloping Goose. The senior class stops for one last picture at the main course‘of the Galloping Goose dinner. 85 Mrs. Leader presents the 5th and 6th grade band with their certificates in hand. Perfect attendance awards were given out by principal Terry Vanderpan to Jeff Pinnick, Jamie Tuell and Lenore Richardson. £ hane Hutzenbiler and Shannon Gaylord recieve medals from Scargant Twilly. 86 There's nothing like a F AT on the back Did you ever get the feeling that you never do anything right? The awards shows in both the grade school and the high school serve as a pat on the back for outstanding students. Awards are given out for a variety of things form music to sports to perfect attendance. The grade school awards assembly is held on the last day of school. All of the students gather in the multi-purpose room to receive their awards. The awards are handed out and decided by the teachers of the class. This has been a good way to end out the year for these students, as they file out of the school, awards in hand, and a great feeling about what they did throughout the year. The high school awards are given out in a differ- ent form. A banquet is held for the teachers, par- ents, and students. After the meal, the awards are handed out. It always turns out to be a great night for all. Guest speaker Coach Scllvick from U of M gives a speech. Lisa Gilbertson receives her band award from Mrs. Leader. Coaches Fishbaugh and Hague were given awards for their outstanding coaching achievements. 87 Dennis Sommcrfcld and Ed Royce dare to be different by putting messages in the back of their graduation caps. Melissa Ostwald pins a corsage on the commcnccmcnt- ccnt speaker, Betty Rcamy. Back Row: Michael White, Blaine Salvcson, Ed Royce, Joe Vandcrloos, Bert Kraft, Peter Cameron, Chuck Smith. Middle Row:Melissa Ostwald, Shannon Gaylord, Carol Hcrdcn, Randy Parker, Shane Hutzenbilcr. Front Row: Hank Snell, Anctte Althoff, Darcy Warrington, Jennifer Downs, Danctte Stern, Dennis Sommcrfcld. Colette Fishbaugh and Jami Taylor performed Friends at graduation. Lcs Harding helps his daughter,Jennifer Downs, straighten her graduation cap. is ± When the members of this year’s graduating class entered school for the first time, they were probably thinking, “This is it! I’m finally in school.” Then they no doubt spent the next eight years looking forward to the day when they would get out of grade school. As freshmen their thoughts were probably more like, Is this it?” But as the years went by, they soon found them- selves as upperclassmen. This could only mean one thing- they were doing more things with the seniors, including attending the Junior Senior Banquet. As their junior year came to an end, they knew that they had to start plan- ning ahead for their last year at Bridger High. During that sum- mer they would have to get their senior pictures taken. All too soon they found themselves once again in school and faced with the job of deciding on a class motto, flower, colors, the ordering of invitations and caps and gowns. It was only a matter of a few short months before a countdown to graduation poster was put on every senior's locker. Marking off those days meant that they had to face finals, order flowers for graduation, choose a speaker, and finally, decorate the gym for the ceremony. Soon the day was here, May 22, 1988. Friends and relatives began arriving, as they found their places in the gym, there was an atmosphere of celebration and anticipation. The crowd fell si- lent as the familiar notes of Pomp and Grcumstance rang out and the graduates filed into the gym. Entering with practiced steps, the graduates had a chance to reflect on good times and memories that would remain with them for a long time. It must have been a time of mixed feelings, also. They were passing another major milestone in their lives. On the surface each one of the gradu- ating seniors seemed excited to finally be getting out of school, but inside there must have been a feeling of sadness as well. They would be leaving behind friends, families and a school filled with memories. Memories of study halls, science labs, tests and just basic fooling around. Their minds would probably oftenflash back to these cherished scenes and maybe even bring a lump to their throats. Yes, thy were find- ing it hard to leave, but they were eager for the future. The graduates took their as- signed seats and began their pa- tient, seemingly endless wait for their coveted diplomas. Sister Theresa Calouri and alumni, Betty Reamy were the chosen speakers. Both shared memories of their own graduation and gave the Gass of 1988 word of encour- agement and advice. Student speakers, Shane Ilutzenbiler, Jennifer Downs, and Shannon Gaylord delivered the salutatory and valedictory addresses, re- calling the school years they had all shared together and express- ing their hopes for the years to come. Following their messages, Colette Fishbaugh, accompanied (continued) 89 Happy graduates, Michael White, Peter Cameron, Joe Vandcrloos, Chuck Smith, Hank Snell, Randy Parker, Ed Roycc, Blaine Salvcson, and Shannon Gaylord, show off their diplomas. Board of trustee, Les Harding, senior class advisor, Mr. Pinnick, and Baccalaureate speaker, Sister Theresa Caluori await the graduates procession. 90 Jennifer Downs gives senior class advisor, Mr. Pinnick a farewell hug. Belly Rcamy, Bridger High alumni, Class of '77 gives her graduation speech. by Jami Taylor, sang a special farewell tribute to the seniors, entitled “Friends”. The anticipa- tion mounted as the time drew closer for the presentation of diplomas. Next, however, there were individual accomplish- ments to be recognized in the awarding of scholarships by sen- ior class advisor, Mr. Pinnick. Then the time finally came- that long-awaited moment when each graduate could proudly step forward to receive the diploma. Each one had a special way of expressing the joy fo this treas- ured moment. Michael White and Mr. Pinnick did their own rendi- tion fo the Big Shoe Dance , and others responded with a hug for their class advisor. With diplomas in hand, the graduates proudly turned to face the cheering audience as Super- intendent, Mr. VanCampen, pre- sented The Class of 1988 . They could once again say, “This is it!” The Salutation address, by Jcniffcr Downs and Shane Hutzcnbiler. 91 Hodgin Grain P.0. Box P Bridger, MT 59014 Storage and marketing of grains, beans, and feeds. 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You try desper- ately to make those last i� w moments of summer last, but once again you find yourself in the fa- miliar halls of Bridger High. You find, with no surprise, that school seems to be getting more and more difficult which probably means that you'll be spending more time in your room studying . The days of school go by quickly as you turn in assign- ment after assignment. You barely find time to see your friends in the halls between classes. You find you're spending more time at your locker between classes because of the newly in- stalled locks. The periods seem to be never-ending and the clock seems to slow down the instant you set foot in the class room, with the exception of the days you have tests. There is never quite enough time to do “that one last question . If you are busy at anytime of the day, it's after school. What; with the practices that most students are involved in and the homework that see ms to grow as the days progress, you barely find time to catch a quick look at another Moonlighting re- run. ...you glance at the calendar and notice that Christmas is quickly approaching. You delight in the knowledge that you'll finally have a vacation, but , you never see m to find enough time to do everything you had planned. Once again footsteps echo in the halls of Bridger High. There seems to be less enthusiasm as the days pass, and there is definitely less time. Spring sports are now in progress and of course, it would be nice just to relax in the warm spring weather, but, who has the time for such novel things? ...you glance at the calen- dar and notice that finals are coming up. You think to your- self, Don't panic. You’ll find the time to study. which you do... at eleven o'clock at night. There are j ust too many things to do, and not enough time to do them. You live through the trauma of another session of final exams and heave a sigh of relief. ...you glance at the calen- dar and notice that summer will soon be here once again. You assume that this means you'll finally have some time to relax, but of course, you’re wrong. You forget that you will be working most of the time, and for those few days that you aren’t working, you'll probably find yourself somewhere such as the Grand Canyon with your family. So, when will there be enough time? Well, at this rate, it looks like it could be a while' Ralcnc Tccsdalc enjoys spending some time in the Home-Ec room 107 r It o Bottom i 9 s s The 1988 Bridger annual, en- titled Scout It Out was produced by the yearbook staff at Bridger High School, 429 W. Park Avenue, Bridger, Montana, 59014. The forty second volume was printed by Jostens Printing and Publish- ing Division at their plant in Visalia, California. This book consists of one hundred and ten pages with the measurements of seven and three fourths inches by ten and one fourth inches. Eighty pound glossy paper printed with black ink was used for this yearbook. The cover is a silk-screen appli- cation color design using the Colo colors: turquoise, pink, and black with a white background. The cover art was done by Corey Scott. All copy was done on the Macintosh SE. The body copy and captions are done in nine point New York style print. The major- ity of the headlines are done in New York style print with the sizes ranging form twenty four to thirty six point. Individual and group pictures were taken by Mike Sheffield. All other photographs were taken, processed, and printed by the yearbook staff at Bridger High School. All art work was done by Line p li o n Corey Scott at Bridger High, with the exception of the cover design which was done by Corey Scott at Oregon State University. One hundred copies of the 1988 Scout It Out were printed at the production cost of $40.00 each and were sold for an average price of $25 00. Jostens representative for the annual staff was Gene Stock and the in plant consultant was Mari- lynn Mitchell. All proceeds of the 1988 Scout It Out go to the annual staff for the productions of yearbooks to come. 108 i