Byron Area High School - By Hi Yearbook (Byron, IL)

Text from Pages 1 - 128 of the 1988 volume:

Top left, Aimce Shelton is smiling as Jim Ewing prepares to stuff her into a locker. Top right, Eric Carlson and Heather McQueary show their togetherness. Lower left, Petrecc Faulkner is ready to start another exciting class period, complete with an inside-out T-shirt. 2 — Introduction Lower right, Liam Sullivan and Mike Steder discuss the answers to Ger- man homework before class. Scott Shank celebrates by blowing up a balloon in the li- Chris Woods and Mike Shank either arc showing senior togetherness or will try to kill each • ™ry. other as soon as the camera is out of sight. Holadays typify ‘Sequel with No Equal’ The Holaday kids — Eddie (out of school), Brett, Chad, and Alan — are good examples of the Sequel with No Equal. Each had his her specialness in high school but none of the three can match the experiences of being the last of the line as Alan has. As a family, the Holadays enjoy backpacking and other outdoor ac- tivities. Individually, Brett says he enjoys being the oldest of the three still in school. Chad maintained that being the middle kid “isn’t all that great,” but youn- gest Alan says he learns from the mistakes of all the others. It isn’t all fun and games, according to Alan. “Everyone expects you to be just like the rest of the family,” he said. Bad or good, Alan is the last “sequel” and has no equal — at least not in the Holaday family. Right, the Holaday kids pose for a picture around the hol- idays. From top are Eddie (Holaday) Groves, Brett Hola- day, Chad Holaday, and Alan Holaday. Top left, Gretchen Armbruster, Julie Taylor, and Karen Busch use a study hall period to enjoy the latest news. Above, Kelly Dallman and Amy Edwards are distracted at lunch. Middle right, Kevin Sandall leads the discus- sion in the library. “Appreciating” the discussion are Todd Reeverts and Scott Shank. Lower right, during Activity Period Dana Har- mon, Lisa Busch, Aimce Shelton, and Desa Rich- ards discuss the video tape of the latest girls' basket- ball game. Below, Bob Digiovanni reaches deep into his locker for unmentionable items. Senior Gile with no equal! Senior Holly Gile symbolizes the idea of the Sequel with No Equal because she is the last in her family — a position with no equal. All of Holly’s six brothers and sis- ters (except one) have gone to Byron High School. A close family, all of the clan have given her advice on how to survive in high school. Holly says that having such a family situation occasionally made things difficult. “When you live in a large family, you have to grow up fast,” Holly said. Even though one would think that her parents are glad she’s the last one, Holly said that she thinks they will miss having children at home. is a real sequel Senior Holly Gile (center in red sweater) sits among her brothers and sisters as the “Sequel With No Equal” personified. At left, sitting, is sister Stacey and at right, sitting, is sister Becky. In back, left to right, are brothers Rocky. Rusty, Monty. Rory, and Rodney. Above, Byron High School’s color guard wave their flags during the Homecoming Parade. Middle, “Ugh,” groan the seniors as they tug their opponents into oblivion before the bonfire on Thursday night. Right, German Club students Tom Friday, John Chernick, Bill Hedges, Chip Caruth, and Erin Sullivan work on coloring the banner the group displayed in the parade. 6—Homecoming Homecoming was a great credit to the Student Council. I hope they continue to do things like this. — Bill Chernick, Class of ’90 Juniors win Homecoming Spirit Stick ‘Jungle Fever’ is theme Friday was the traditional Orange-and-Black Day. The class with the most wins and spirit was judged to be the junior class. They won the float competition, the games, and the poster competi- tion. The sophomores won the skit performance by singing “Jungle Love.” The football games themselves were close but exciting. The Fresh-Soph squad lost 8-7 to Forreston and the varsity lost 13-9 also to the Cardinals. This year’s Homecoming was unique in many ways. First of all, the theme was different. The week and dance were based around “Jungle Fever,” and the entire school got into it. The Student Council even hired hula dancers as en- tertainment. The dancers even taught big, strong guys like Rick O’Sullivan, Mike Brown, Troy Gentz, and Jim Ewing to hula. Students attending the dance were treated to exotic drinks like strawberry daiquiris (without the al- cohol) and movies like “Farris Buehler’s Day Off’ and “Back to School.” Homecoming Week itself flew by. Monday was Safari Day, Tuesday was Toga-Hat-and- Sunglasses Day, Wednesday was Dress Up Day, Thursday was Mafia-and-Gangster Day, and Left, Lisa Zull, David Hurd, and Paula Frye carry the Spanish Club banner during the Homecoming Parade. At left, Wendy Marsh, Mike Kuss, and Bill Kilmer arc all strung together during class competition. Homecoming—7 8—Homecoming Right, 1986-87’s King and Queen Adam Dach and Jodie Hieron- imus watch the festivities on the dance floor. Also pictured are, left to right, Brian Lcdcn, Krista Piper, Bill Chcrnick, Chris Gray, Troy Gentz, and Chris Roberts. King Mike Brown and Queen Aimee Shelton lead off the dancing at the Homecoming Dance. At right, Byron’s Fresh-Soph Cubs tack- le Forreston’s Cardinals at twilight. Right, a professional hula dancer shows Jim Ewing how to hula as Rick O'Sullivan helps arrange Ewing’s grass skirt at the Homecoming Dance. Above, the Home- coming Court for 1987-88 consisted of (left to right) Ben Schmidt, Shelley Tubbs, David Jaras, Jeneane McDonald, Amy Muranko, Eric Carlson, Wendi Mc- Carthy, Mike Kuss, Aimee Shelton, Mike Brown, 1986-87 Queen Jodie Hicron- imus, 1986-87 King Adam Dach, Aipber Newman, Bill Kil- mer, Holly Gile, Bruce Newman, Jen- nifer Whetscl, and Mike Tubbs. Above, Brett Johnson slurps up a bowl of pudding in attempt to win the Spirit Stick for the freshman class while Diannne Becker, Andy Hess, Erica Witek, Cory Hurd, and Cori Lamb cheer their respective classes. Homecoming—9 This Year’s Dances Had No Equal 1988 was a dance-filled year at Byron High School. Many kids boogied the night away at every dance. The different dances included the Back-to-School Dance, the Spanish Club Dance, the Sophomore Class Dance, the N.H.S. Dance, and the Senior Class Dance. Some people tried new-wave dancing, and others did the alligator alligator. Brent Shelton (the lead singer of XNTRIX). Diane Behrendt, and Dawn Koch talk about the dance. Jenni Carbaugh, Tami Wintcrton, Diane Behrendt, Jcani Wintcrton, Kippy Eislc, and Mamie Johnson dance to the beat of the song. 10—Dance Liam Sullivan, Andy Hess, Troy Drake, Mike Brown, John Kuss, Chad Holaday, and Mike Chasensky dance to the XNTRIX. Fall play ‘Night of Jan. 16’ turns audience into a jury The fall play “The Night of January 16th” turned the Sundcrman Theatre into a courtroom with audience participation. Two women were accused of murdering Bjorn Faulkner — one was his mistress Karen Andre (Kim Frecdlund) and the other was his wife Nancy Lee Faulkner (Erin Sullivan). A full range of witesses from a banker to a dancer was called to be questioned by District Attorney Flint (Joe Pedersen) and Defense Attorney Stevens (John Chernick). At the end 12 jurors from the audience were called up on stage to decide the ver- dict but were proclaimed incompetent. Play director Donna Pinson thought the play went very well and hoped she could do more audience participation plays. She also had a good time watching many of the performers whom she has watched perform for three years. Top right, the widow of the de- ceased (Erin Sullivan) finishes tes- tifying as the mistress (Kim Frced- lund) takes the stand. The judge (Brian Gray looks on. The defense team (Beth Fenwick, John Chernick, and Kim Frecdlund) try to ignore the district attorney (Joe Pedersen standing) who addresses the jury. 12—Fall Play Some of the senior members of the cast and the director pose at the cast party. Left to right in the first row are Erin Sullivan, Kim Hoffmcistcr, Joe Pedersen, and director Don- na Pinson, and in back John Chernick, Kim Freedlund, and Brian Perry. Below left, a planted member of the jury (Joanne Hoernccke) takes her seat be- fore the play (trial) begins. Above, the members of the jury are sworn in. Left, a security guard (Bill Chernick) patiently in the audience before he tes- Fall Play—13 This yearbook is respectfully and lovingly dedicated to the memory of Michael P. Jerding, who not only served as “By-Hi” and “Inkspot” advisor but also a teacher in the Byron district for over 20 years. Mr. Jerding will be remembered for his loyalty and dedica- tion to the students and the quality of education here at Byron. To all those who knew him, Mr. Jerding was mentor and a friend. He will be remembered and missed by all. The lives that he touched were truly enriched. 14—Mr. Jerding Caught in the Act... w food Cammy Deakin eats some chips at an outdoor club trip. Carrie Butorka votes on Homecoming Atten- dants at lunch lime. Mr. Hassler fixes brats for the annual senior cookout. Candids—15 Special events made year equal to none Special events made this year one with “no equal.” Throughout the year many spe- cial things happened that will not be forgot- ten. These special times could be decorating the Christmas tree in the library or guests coming to school to share their expertise with classes. These events made the year equal to none. Right. Margie Lucas puts a package un- der the tree as Brian Perry and Tracy Dick- ey decorate the library’s Christmas tree. Below, Dr. Robert Johnson talks with soph- omore health classes about raising children. Above, Sue Friday goes bananas at holiday time in the library. 16—Special Events Assemblies Entertain Student Body Assemblies are a big part of life at Byron High School. In October, John Scott coordinator for Country Companies spoke about fire prevention and safety. Other assemblies included the “Student Of the Month” award and the “Bridges” multi-media presentation. Assemblies help us keep informed about what is happening in the world around us. 1. ) John Scott, Country Companies, is shown with his assembly presentation. 2. ) A multi-media presentation sponsored by Student Council and National Honor Society. 3.) The presentors of the multi-media presentation called “Bridges”. 4.) Brian Perry receives his Student of the Month” award from Mr. Hassler. Assemblies—17 Musical cast enjoys ‘Guys and Dolls’ Cast members said they had a great time in doing “Guys and Dolls,” the Byron spring musical for 1988. The audiences were a bit sparse, but the students who worked on the play enjoyed the production. The musical revolved around gambler Nathan De- troit (Brian Perry) and his efforts to find a haven for high-stake gamblers. A true betting man and in need of money, Detroit bets Sky Masterson (J. D. Michaux) that Masterson couldn’t take preacher’s daughter Sarah Brown (Jenni Carbaugh) to Havanna. Detroit loses the bet. Detroit did win by finding love with dancer Adelaide (Kim Freedlund) as Masterson did with Sarah Brown. The production was led by first-year teacher Ed Clopton. Costume work was done by Linda Lutz and Loretta Freedlund. Makeup was guided by Jo Bandera. Musical help was led by Bill Janssen and David Johnso 18—Spring Musical Jusl above, the Hot Box Dancers Take Back (Their) Minks. Left to right are Beth Fenwick. Tina Reed. DcAnna Doyle, Kim Freedlund. Beth Kenney, and Krista Piper. Top. the gamblers discuss the floating craps game scheduled for later that night. Left to right are Reed Spauding. Brian Gary, Chris Gray, Travis Ashlin. Joe Pedersen. Tom Gleason. Joe Gleason, and Steve Rosenow. Left, Latin Dancer Beth Fenwick (right) makes her appearance as Sky Masterson (J. D. Michaux) and Sarah Brown (Jenni Car- baugh) watch from a nightclub table. Left, Harry the Horse (Reed Spaulding stand- ing) gives testimony to his sins at a prayer meet- ing in the Savc-A-Soul Mission. Witnessing arc (left to right) Brian Perry, John Chcrnick, Steve Rosennow, and Tom Gleason. Far left, Adelaide (Kim Frccdlund) and Sarah Brown (Jenni Carbaugh) discuss whether or not they should marry their men today. Below right, Harry the Horse introduces Nathan Detroit to Big Julc (John Chernick) from Chica- go. Spring Musical—19 Jarrett Gets Standing Ovation The National Honor Society Banquet was held on April 20, 1988. Each member was asked to bring a dish to serve buffet style. First everyone ate dinner, and then they handed out awards, starting with the Freshman Honors Award. Dianne Becker, Krista Piper, and Julie Taylor earned this award for maintaining straight A’s throughout their freshman year. Next came recognition for Mrs. Fran Jarrett, an English teacher at Byron High School for numerous years. Mrs. Jarrett received a standing ovation. Then the new NHS members were received into the society, escorted by old NHS members. The four officers spoke about the qualities NHS members have shown. Each new member received a certificate and was congratulated. Above: All the new N.H.S. members stand during the recognition ceremony held on the night of April 20, 1988. This ceremony is for the new and old mem- bers of National Honor Society and their parents. Right: John Chernick, an old member, escorts a new member, Marnie Johnson, to her seat during the opening ceremony. 20—N.H.S. Banquet Convocation Kim Freedlund receives the Michael Jerding Award from Mr. Gene McNames. Brian Perry receives the SAR (Sons of the American Revolution) from Mr. Rick Doll. The Presenters Donna Pinson. Jim Jennings. David Johnson, and Dan Ginter get ready to present their awards to the respectful recipi- ent. On May 19, at 7:00 p.m. many students were present at the Leadership and Scholarship Convocation. J. D. Mi- chaux received the Louis Armstrong Award. Paul Bullock won the Semper Fidelis Award in Music, the Byron Math Award, and AHSME Award. Todd Reeverts received the DeKalb Agriculture. The DAR was given to Kim Freed- lund and the SAR was given to Brian Perry. Erin Sullivan received the Bradley University Merit Scholarship. The Rockford College Honors Scholarship was given to Holly Gile. Kim Hoffmeister received the Modern Woodmen of America Fraternal Scholarship, Army Student Athlete. Brian Perry was given the Air Force ROTC Scholarship, Army ROTC Scholarship. Scott Mackenzie won the Art Award. Joe Pedersen received the Army Student Athlete Award, Drama Award. Kim Freedlund also received the Drama Award. John Chernick won the Drama Award, and the Byron Math award. Troy Drake received the Hugh O'Brian Award. Troy, also, received the Illinois Youth Police Program Award along with Kelly Dallman. This year there was a new award given to four of the jour- nalistic students. The Award is in honor of Michael Jer- ding. The Award is the Micheal Jerding Journalism Award which was given to Sue Friday, John Chernick, Kim Hoffmeister, and Kim Freedlund. Convocation—21 ‘ 'Endless Summer Nights Being held this year in a different location gave the Prom a new look. Prom was held at the middle school in the sunken gym. The “Endless Summer Nights” theme turned the gym into a kaleidoscope of electric blue, fuschia, and deep pur- ple. The royalty was an- nounced King Mike Brown and Queen Amy Muranko. The court attendants were Mike Kuss and Wendi Mc- Carthy, Bruce Newman and Aimee Shelton, Mike Shank and Holly Gile, and Rick O'Sullivan and Amber Newman. '• Prom 1987 Prom King and Queen, Todd Drake and Christie Skogsberg, crown the new King and Queen. Mike Browm and Amy Muranko. The 1988 Prom royalty. Kim Hoffmeistcr is escorted by John Chcrnick. Shelley Gilroy escorted by Keith Marley makes her way through the arch. Prom couples dance to the tunes Prom—23 Class of 1988 Graduation A wards Quality Metal Award Military Academy Appointment Joe Pedersen Brian Perry Holly Gile Kim Hoffmeistcr Byron Vocational Scholarship Heidi Gambia Byron Education Association Award Paul Bullock Outstanding Athletes Amy Muranko Chris Roberts Aimee Shelton Hulsebus Health Related Scholarship Holly Gile Byron Science Award Holly Gile McCaslin Memorial Award Ed Moody Byron Music Parents’ Awards Music Parents’ Scholarship - J. D. Michaux John Phillip Sousa Award - Paul Bullock Natinal Choral Award - Kim Frccdlund 24—Graduation Awards Seniors end with a sequel year Even though this year was a sequel to last year, the graduation of 1988 was a graduation with no equal. The commencement exercises began at 2:00 p.m. on Sunday, May 29. There were many friends and family in attendance for this special event. There were some new awards and honors given this year. For example, there was a Military Academy Ap- pointment which was given to Brian Perry who is planning on attending West Point Military Academy. The Educa- tion Award was given in Memory of Michael Jerding who served the Byron School District for many years. Paul Bul- lock gave the Salutatory Address. Joe Pedersen gave the Valedictory Address which was about commitments. ACADEMICS Requirements, facilities have ‘no equal’ in 1988 The basic foundation of our lives and goals is what we learn. The classes we take, our friends, and our teachers have a direct influence on what we are and what we will be. The classes we take, therefore, had more of an effect on us than we realized. This year’s academics is, without a doubt, a “Sequel With No Equal.” By- ron now has more comprehensive academic programs than ever before. From auto mechanics to home economics, from advanced composition to agriculture, the opportunity for Byron students has never been greater. Students in 1988 had no equal when it came to satisfying new academic requirements. The State of Illinois now requires more math and social studies than ever before. Seniors had to have 19 credits, the juniors needed 20, the sopho- mores 21, (continued on page 29) Left, plastics instructor Don Drake helps Mark Stroud, Brenda Col- bert, and Paula Willing sort letters for their projects. Above, Kai Grimm goes to the board to solve a problem in a biology class. Academics—27 Left, Jennifer McCarthy heats a beaker of chem- icals in chemistry class. Below, J. D. Michaux thinks home ec is a piece of cake as he finishes his foods project. Above, Connie Bolen catches up on some studying in the library. Posing with their flour children in health are (first row) Hope Case, Tracy Spcgal, Jeneane McDonald, Angel Lutz, Kim Loberg, Pam Mahan, and Laura Carby and (second row) John Wintcrton, Michelle Leary, Jon Muranko, Penny Henricks, Troy Drake, Jamey Wood, Jose DeLaUz, Tom Friday, Dr. Johnson, and Dianne Becker. Academic offerings have ‘no equal’ Top, Ed Moody and Scott Wyllie enjoy their research in the stacks in the library. Middle, Scott Shank chooses a good study spot in front of his locker in the upper commons. (continued from page 27) and the freshmen 22. Students at Byron had many pro- grams to take advantage of. There were academically talented classes for those with extra ability and resource classes for those who needed the extra help. It was also possible to attend Rock Valley Col- lege and Rockford Area Vocational Center to take anything Byron didn’t offer. The facilities were second to none. There was a computer lab with over 20 computers to use during study halls and before and after school. This didn’t count the other computers in the library or other classrooms or the lab upstairs which was mainly used for computer clas- ses. There were extensive physical education facilities, including a pool, a weightroom, and racquetball courts. The science labs, the home ec. labs, and the media center all provid- ed Byron students with opportunities galore. Byron also was proud of its agri- culture program, which included the ag. workshop and the school farm where stu- dents learned about different farming procedures. The academic opportunity was there. It truly made the year 1988 “a se- quel with no equal.” Shawn Lucas raises his hand for a question about a . specimen in biology class. Academics 29 Top. teacher Bruce Carby explains a few things to stu- dent Laura Carby in study hall. Bottom left. Holly Gile makes a point in mythology Top right, Aleatha Baker works hard on a chemistry assignment in study hall. class. Bottom right, Tonya Ackerman and Samantha Willich get together to solve a homework problem in the upper commons. 30 — Academics Left, Dana Jackson and Shelley Tubbs display with pride the cake they baked in foods class. Middle left, Brandy Early is isolated in a cor- ner while she takes a test in algebra class. Middle right, Javier DeLaUz puts the library to good use as he works in the library. Left, Gary Reeverts and Jody Gilligan take a breather from a rigorous PE class. Academics — 31 1. Russell Dahlgrcn. Gary Reeverts, Jim Kohler, Bill Kilmer, and Mike Shank sit on a car while discussing plans for the weekend. 2. John Chernick and Brian Perry show why physics is their favor- ite class. 3. Todd Nason enjoys in one of the many homecoming festivities. 32—Seniors The Class of 1988 IS The Sequel With No Equal The members of the Class of 1988 who have spent 13 years together crowd around one of the By- ron police cars as a symbol of their relationship to the city police. Included in the group are Wayne Moody, Tracy Morris. Joe Pedersen, Tammy Hen- derson. Dennis Dummer, Kim Hoffmeister, Kim Frecdlund, Gary Seymour, Mindy Bennett, Heidi Gambia, Marge Lucas, Wcndi McCarthy, Holly Gile, Shelley Gilroy, Mike Brown, Reed Spaulding, Heath Bolin, Dana Har- mon, Bill Kilmer, Scott Maas, Jim Kohler, Jim Ewing, Gary Reeverts, Ed Moody, Bob Digiovanni, Ross Lawson, Tony Leombruni, J. D. Michaux, Mike Kuss, Chris Woods. Rick O’Sullivan, Eric Carlson, Mike Shank, Brett Holaday, and Todd Rccvcrts. The Class of 1988 can well be considered a “Sequel With No Equal” for many reasons. What other class could compare to it in its own combination of intelligence, stubbor- ness, caring, and chaotic behavior? The answer is none. The class had more than its share of academic awards and college- bound students. It also had more than its share of students who wouldn’t change their minds if they exploded. This also showed in the behavior of many of the members who were famous for their pranks and general attitude of anti-authori- ty. And yet, when someone needed a friend or a helping hand, members of this group were there to care and help. The Class of 1988 never let anyone forget that they were “King of the Hill” — SENIORS! They truly had no equal. Seniors Kelly Belden Mindy Bennett Connie Bolen Heath Bolin Mike Brown Paul Bullock Lisa Busch Eric Carlson Kevin Carr Tim Chase John Chernick Brenda Colbert Seniors Val Goss Heidi Gambia Holly Gile President Shelley Gilroy Seniors Joleen Jackson Phil Jaras Bill Kilmer Secretary Seniors Cathy Henderson Brett Holaday Jim Kohler Mike Kuss Gail Lamb Kari Lane Ross Lawson Tony Leombruni Margie Lucas Scott Maas Scott MacKenzie Michelle Rice Chris Roberts Vice-president Teri Sauer Gary Seymour Mike Shank Aimee Shelton Reed Spaulding Erin Sullivan Not pictured are Bob Digiovanni Jessica Genske Ken Lindsay Sue Mahan Gavin McKiski Ed Moody Steve Peters Gary Reeverts Mark Stroud Dan Vaultonburg Scott Wyllie Samantha Willich Paula Willing Chris Woods Seniors Far right, Kevin Carr and Tracy Dickey visit their lockers in the upper commons. Right, Eric Carlson hugs Heather McQueary during ac- tivity period while Chris Woods and Mike Shank are being “nice” to junior Dcsa Rich- ards. Middle. Bruce Newman takes a much-needed rest during activity period in the upper commons. Above, Brian Perry and John Chcrnick are aston- ished that they actually cleaned up the “Inkspot” of- fice. Above, Gary Reeverts, Rick O’Sullivan, and Tim Deming enjoy a hearty lunch. Seniors Trips Made The Year a Sequel This year, Byron students were able to go on an abundance of trips. Many of these trips were for the education purposes but they also provided fun and en- tertainment. The trips ranged from day trips to week- end trips. Most of the trips were full of students. One trip, on the other hand, which was not attended by many, was the annual senior class trip. Less than of the class of 1988 attended the weekend trip to Chicago. Some of the Student Council members also went to Chicago for the annual State Convention. The My- thology Class took a day trip to the Dixon Cave Mounds. One trip that was very special to all those who attended it was the trip that the Girls’ Basketball team made possible. Many students went to Champaign to cheer the girls on at Assembly Hall, for the State Championship. The FFA executive board members were in attendance at the National Convention which was also in Champaign at the Assembly Hall. The se- nior members of the Inkspot went to National Conven- tion in Kansas City. The Pom Pon Girls’ went to the State Competition at Jacksonville. These were just some of the trips that the students went on. Hopefully next year the trips will be a sequel that can be equaled. 1. Some of the Mythology students at the Mounds. 2. The Mythology students who went to the Dixon Cave Mounds. 3. Some of the members of Student Council State Convention ride on a horse and buggy. 4. Julie Taylor, Joanne Hoernecke, Paula Frye, and Caryn Esposito are in front of the Hard Rock Cafe of Chicago. % Trips—33 of ’89 has spirit! Juniors show togetherness Joe Jaquet President Jennifer McCarthy Vice-President Enthusiasm and spirit filled the class of 1989 this year. Even though the members were rowdy at times, the class showed togetherness and helped each other out. They each had their different person- alities and qualities but understood the feelings of others. Some would even say the juniors were “cliquish,” but it could not be denied that they were special. Robin Boomgarden Secretary Caryn Esposito Treasurer Corbin Anderson Mike Apsey Aleatha Baker Jeannette Boehm Angie Bukoski Cory Capes Bruce Caruth Kevin Colloton David Crowell Cammy Deakin Diana Donaldson David Engelbrecht Dena Erlandson Tim Eytalis Jason Farris Petrece Faulkner Paul Freeman Paula Frye Craig Gault Troy Gentz 34—Juniors Jim Glasgow John Hedges Jim Holmstead Scott Holton Sonia Howlett David Hurd Jason Janssen Mamie Johnson Jason King Dawn Koch Jeff Larson Kurt Larson Joann Lee Heather Leisner Tammy Long Paul McDonald Steve Moles Karim Murray Larbi Murray Karin Nelson John Peterson Tina Reed Tammy Reif Desa Richards Renee Robbins Carolyn Rose Stephanie Saia Kevin Sandall Rick Scheck Jennifer Sedam Juniors—35 Scott Shank Jennifer Skogsbcrg Jim Thompson Todd Triplett Mike Tubbs Jason Varilek Michelle Verdier Jennifer Whetsel Tammy Whitney Chuck Williams Juniors Jeannette Boehm, Aleatha Baker, Tammy Long, and Tammy Re crowd around a study hall table to do some serious posing as they discuss tl world’s problems. 36 — Juniors This group may feet new standards Julie Taylor President Misty Maurer Vice-President Brian Leden Secretary Troy Drake Treasurer Whenever sophs decide, watch out! The Class of 1990 is very unique. There are many different personalities in the class but it is very close as a whole. They can come together as a class in a very short time. Homecoming was a good example. The class didn’t know exactly what kind of float it was go- ing to do, but once the sophomores decided, then things were done right. This class has the potential to be the best class in Byron High School in a long time and may set new standards for classes after them. Julie Bridgeland John Burke Angela Burns Karen Busch Laura Carby Hope Case Bill Chernick Larry Coyne Kelly Dallman Shelly Daly D. J. Dammon Javier DeLaUz Jose DeLaUz Rob Deming DeAnna Doyle Sophomores—37 Catherine Drye Amy Edwards Randy Eich Kippy Eisele Carrie Elmer Bryan Folz Tom Friday Brian Gray Chris Gray Mike Hawbecker Jerrod Hawkins Christie Heid Penny Henricks Laura Hiernonimus Joanne Hoernecke Chad Holaday Cory Hurd Dave Jaras Beth Kenney Bill Krall Cori Lamb Josh Lamping Michelle Leary Rick Lider Kim Loberg Kari Long Shawn Lucas Angel Lutz Pam Mahan Ken Marshall 38—Sophomores Chad McCoy Jeneane McDonald Jerry Montgomery Alicia Morgan Tim Mrowiec Jon Muranko Derrick Nichols Dan Norup Jeff Phalen Krista Piper Craig Reeverts Dave Reiche Mike Sallee Becky Scheck Tracy Spegal Mike Steder Angie Stephenitch Liam Sullivan Stephanie Watson Keith Willing Left, Byron’s “most eligible sopho- mores are (left to right) Jeff Phal- en, Chris Gray, Scott Boyden, Bill Chernick, and Mike Hawbecker. Sophomores—39 Freshmen should prove to be leaders The Freshman Class this year has a different way of ex- pressing themselves. As a whole, the class have cliques to which they belong, but when they come together, they accom- plish great things. The freshmen look to older members of the school for guidance and direction. Some seniors believe that this freshman class is a class that has not had the oppor- Brett Johnson President Mike Marley Vice-President tunity to show its responsibility. Once they get this oppor- tunity, the freshmen should work together and prove to be leaders. Traci McDanel Secretary Beth Fenwick Treasurer Travis Ashlin Becky Barnhart Julie Barton Keven Beach Diane Behrendt Brittany Broderick Jason Bullock Jenni Carbaugh Brad Carlson Faith Case Michael Chasensky Will Craig Matt Cremens Susan Diehl Brandy Early Karen Freedlund Jim Frison Charles Gary Jenny Gentry Joe Gleason Tom Gleason Andy Hess Alan Holaday Kraig Hoover Dana Jackson Eric Johnsen Aaron Johnson Darin Kiester Dan King Jenny Knaub Jessica Koontz John Kuss Dana Liggett Ryan McKenzie Paul Mattingley Jennifer McKiski Ben McNames Jennifer Mennenga Bonnie Montgomery Jodi Morrison Melissa Oleson Steve Rosenow Jennifer Ross Ben Schmidt Chad Silbaugh Tina Silbaugh Randy Spaulding Hope St. Clair April Tarpley Freshmen—41 Jason Thompson Chad Timmer Michelle Tubbs Jason Way Richard Wilkinson Jeanie Winterton Tami Winterton Erika Witek Brenda Woods Carri Wroblewski Dana Liggett and Carri Wroblewski study in the second floor hall before classes start in the morn- ing. Jenni Carbaugh and Brittany Broderick brave the cold at a football game to have some pop- corn and mingle with the crowd. Byron staff has no equal The faculty at Bryon have no equal when it comes to dedication and talent, as well as sheer numbers. Thirty-seven part-time and full- time teachers (not counting administration or aides) have a total of 20 advanced degrees and an average of 11 years of teaching experience. An “established'’ faculty, years of service range from 24 years to six teachers brand new this year. Left, the Byron Community Schools Board of Education consisted of (first row, left to right) Dave Engelbrecht. Rita Chernick, and John Hogan, and (second row) Harry Ad- ams, John Hess, and Jerry Jackson. William E. Young Superintendent Gary Hassler Principal Jim Jennings Asl. Principal Fred Powers Psychologist Neal Pavlus Athletic Director Bob Severson Outdoor Ed. Kevin Cotter Computers Carofinc Rcindcrs District Treasurer Darlene Lundgren District Secretary Sue Janssen District Secretary Peggy Jackson Courier Jan Frye H. S. Secretary Joyce Halfm'an Guidance Secretary Sherry Mastricola AD Secretary Becky Little Park District Secretary Faculty—43 Bruce Carby Business Coach Volleyball Ed Clopton Computer Science Spring Play- Rick Doll Guidance Don Drake Industrial Arts Sandra Drake Home Economics Gary Ferb Chcmistry Physics Coach Girls' Track Dan Ginter Agriculture Mel Hawbecker Social Studies PE Coach Boys' Basketball Dennis Hoffmeister PE Drivcr Ed. Coach Cross Country Girls' Basketball Boys Track Dave Holden Biology Terry Janes Mathematics Coach Baseball Basketball William Janssen Band Frances Jarrett English Michael Jerding English Journalism Cheryl Johnson Spanish Dave Johnson Chorus Jane Klep Art Robert Liggett Guidancc Coach Girls Basketball Gene McNames English Morgan Michel Resource Ed. Coach Foot ball Wrestling Brad Miller Industrial Arts PE Coach Football Michael Morgan Social Studies Carol Nauman Mathematics James Nauman Social Studies Jan Newhausen PE Coach Volleyball Elizabeth Pierson German Donna Pinson English Pub. Rel. Fall Play Charley Riney English Nancy Ryder Media Center Diana Schmitt Biology Coach Volleyball 44 — Faculty “Sequel with No Equal” can also apply to the loss of treasured faculty members: Mrs. Frances Jarrett retired this year after a 24-year teaching career. Mrs. Jarrett agrees that 24 years is a long time to teach and commented that teaching should be left to the 70-and-under age group. What are her plans after retiring? “I'd really like to learn to play my Irish harp,” she said. It was a gift and I haven't had the time to learn it.” Mrs. Jarrett also would like to go back to school and learn the things she never had to chance to learn before. As one who treasures learning, Mrs. Jarrett is the kind of teacher who has no equal. Mrs. Jarrett stands outside the door to her classroom for the last year in a 24-year teaching career. James Stark Mathematics Coach Football Everett Stine PE Driver Ed. Margie Torgersen PE Ruth Wright School Nurse Kay Cameron Coach Girls Track Glen Dallman Coach Wrestling Ben Dalton Coach Football Bruce DeVoe Coach Football John Nolan Coach Girls Basketball Lucille Pedersen Coach Poms Nancy Svartoien Coach Chcerlcading Jan Cotter Computer Aide Loretta Freedlund Media Aide Maureen Kilmer Media Aide Pati Sievcrt Resource Aide Faculty—45 Right, the cafeteria staff included (left to right) Pat Hogan, Dorothy Bond, Carolyn Johnson, Fran Toth, Judy Fenwick, Donna Haycnga, and LaVon Willey. Below right, the daytime mainte- nance staff included (left to right) Gene Marks, Bcrnie Bain, Bob Mclinc, Terry Clubb, Dave John- son, and Barb Teeters. Above, bus drivers for the year were (left to right) Diane Donaldson, Glenn Radatz (supervisor), Phoebe Larson, Diane Englebrecht, Melody Forrester, Lyle Lee, Kathy Lee, and Bob Cox. Not present were Bob Liggett and Everett Stine. 46—Faculty Mr. Hassler has many responsibilities as principal. Mrs. Drake shares her favorite recipes with her foods class. Jo Bandera and Patti Sievert relax in the faculty lounge. Faculty—47 Misty Maurer chugs down the stretch in a meet. Uppermost, Most Valuable Player and Captain Kim Hoffmeister shows her running form in the Regional meet in Rockford where she helped the Lady Harriers qualify for Sectionals. Above, the Sectional qualifying girls’ squad consisted of (left to right around top) Dana Liggett, Kim Hoffmeister, Dana Jackson, Carri Wroblewski, April Tarpley, and Misty Maurer and (in the middle) Cammy Deakin. 48—Cross Country CrOSS Country varsity girls, F-S boys win conference titles Above, Shawn Lucas puffs toward home against Honenegah. Left, Eric Johnsen winds up for a big finish in a Fresh-Soph meet. The 1988 Cross Country team was a mixed bag this year with the girls doing very well and the guys running a so-so year. The girls won the Mid-Northern Conference crown, placed fourth in the regionals, and qualified for the sectionals for the first time in the school’s history. Leading the squad was Captain and MVP Kim Hoffmeister. The boys, led by Nick Engel- brecht and Shawn Lucas, did man- age to capture the Fresh-Soph ti- tle. Both squads were led by Coach Dennis Hoffmeister. Above, the 1988 Cross Country squad in- cluded (first row, right to left) Aaron John- son, Eric Johnsen, Nick Engelbrecht, Shawn Lucas, and Josh Lamping, and (back row) Coach Dennis Hoffmeister, April Tarpley, Misty Maurer, Kim Hoff- meister. Dana Jackson, Dana Liggett, and Cammy Deakin. Not pictured was Carri Wroblewski. Cross Country—49 Right, Dana Harmon sets the ball up for Jen- nifer Skogsbcrg, Aimee Shelton, and Corey Capes to smash over the net. Jennifer Skogsberg (right) bumps the ball At right, Diana Donaldson sets up as Desa Richards and Petrece Faulkner Jennifer Skogsberg for a smash, wait for a “kill.” 50—Varsity Volleyball Volleyball squad takes M-N title The 1987-88 Varsity Volleyball team accomplished more than most volleyball teams in past years. The squad’s list of accomplishments included firsts in the Sycamore In- vitational Tournament, the Forreston Regional Tourna- ment, and the Mid-Northern Conference. The team also finished fourth in the Harlem Invitational Tournament and second in the Byron Invitational. Leading the squad was Captain and Most Valuable Player Aimee Shelton. Voted Most Inspirational was Desa Richards. All-conference team members included Shelton, Richards, and Jennifer Skogsberg. The team was coached by Janice Newhausen. Left, Aimec Shelton returns a blinding serve. The 1987-88 Varsity Volleyball squad included (front row, left to right) Lisa Zull, Sonia Howlett, Jeanette Boehm, Coach Janice Newhausen, Desa Richards, Diana Donaldson, and Corey Capes; (second row) Caryn Esposito, Petrece Faulkner, Amy Muranko, Aimee Shelton, Jennifer Skogsberg, and Jennifer Whetsel; and (third row) Dana Harmon and Holly Gilc. i. The 1987 Varsity Tigers consisted of (front row, left to right) Mike Tubbs, Bruce Newman, Jim Ewing, Jeff Larson, Paul McDonald, Kurt Larson, Rick O’Sullivan, Jason King, and Craig Gault; (sec- ond row) Coach Ben Dalton, Dan Vaultonberg, John Chcrnick, Troy Gentz, Bill Kilmer, Scott Maas, Scott Shank, Brian Perry, John Hedges, Gary Reeverts, David Crowell, and manager Ross Lawson; and (back row) Coach Everett Stine, Chris Woods, Don Hatton, Mike Brown, Mike Shank, Joe Jaquet, Phil Jaras, Chris Roberts, Tim Dcming, Mike Kuss, Eric Carlson, and Coach Brad Miller. Above, Byron receiver Phil Jaras looks to- ward the goal line after making a catch against Forreston. Tiger tackle Jim Ewing charges through the line to get at a Freeport Aquin quar- terback. 52—Varsity Football Grid season had highs, lows Despite several outstanding individ- ual accomplishments, the 1987 Varsity Tiger Football team ended its year with a 5-4 record. The season had its highs and lows. On the plus side Byron defeated its all-time rival Winnebago 35-15 and closed the season with a winning record. On the minus side the squad lost some tough contests to major Mid-Northern powers such as Stillman Valley and did not reach close to the potential that the players and coaches felt was there. Cap- tains this year were Eric Carlson and Phil Jaras. Most valuable was leading rusher Gary Reeverts, who gained 954 yards. Leading passer was Carlson and leading receiver was Jaras. Defensive standouts were Carlson and Bruce Newman. Gary Reeverts tries to avoid a tackier during the Forreston game. Phil Jaras, Chris Roberts, Mike Brown, and Jim Ewing take a breather while the defense takes the field. Varsity Football—53 Above Rob Deming blocks his man during the Forreston game. Left, Brian Leden smashes through the Homecoming hoop before the 8-7 loss to Forreston. F-S Cubs End Year At 7 - 2 Fresh-Soph Football 1987 Byron 22 Freeport Aquin 0 6 Burlington Ccn 14 14 Oregon 12 7 Forreston 8 33 Stillman Valley 0 33 Pecatonica 0 16 Winnebago 0 42 Mt. Morris 8 12 Polo 9 The 1987 Football Cubs ended the season with a record of 7-2 and a confer- ence championship, but the team mem- bers are looking past the season to varsity play and a trip downstate. Although the team was disappointed with two losses, the Cubs came back to overcome the de- feats and play good football to wind up the season. “Our loss at Homecoming started to pull apart the team,” said defensive safety Brian Gray. “In the end we pulled together and worked as a team.” Other team members agreed. “We were a real close team and this helped us a lot,” said center Brian Lcdcn. Lineback Tim Mrowiec was confident about the future. “We will go downstate our senior year.” 54 — F-S Football Above, Angie Stephcnitch receives a serve from the opposing team. Right, Cori Lamb, Laura Carby, and Becky Schcck change posi- tions before receiving the serve. Lower right, the F-S Volleyball team members were (first row, left to right) Brenda Woods, Michelle Tubbs, Karen Frcedlund, and Tina Silbaugh; (second row) Jenny Gentry, Jenny Knaub, Karen Busch, Julie Taylor, Angel Lutz, Cory Hurd, Traci McDanel, and Alicia Morgan; and (back row) Coach Bruce Carby, Brittany Bro- derick, Laura Carby, Diane Behrcndt, Beth Kenney, Amy Edwards, Gretchen Armbruster, Kelly Dallman, Becky Scheck, Angie Ste- phenitch, Cori Lamb, and Coach Diana Schmitt. F-S Volleyball Team Takes Championship The Freshmen were the new kids on the block this year — as usual — but so was the F-S Coach Diana Schmitt. This was Schmitt’s First year teaching and coaching at Byron (she was previously at Da- kota High School). The fresh-soph members’ and Schmitt’s efforts were rewarded with a 15-4 record and a conference championship. F-S Volleyball 1987-88 Opponent Lena-Winslow Dakota Oregon Forreston Stillman Valley Pecatonica Winnebago Mt. Morris Oregon Polo Lena-Winslow Genoa-Kingston Stillman Valley Forreston Stillman Valley Pecatonica Winnebago Mt. Morris Polo Scores 15-10, 9-15, 15- 12 15-8, 15-4 15-11, 15-6 7-15, 15-11, 15-4 15-8, 14-16. 15-8 15- 10, 15-9 16- 14, 9-15, 15- 11 15-6, 10-15, 15- 11 15-5, 15-3 15-13, 15-13 15-8, 15-12 10-15, 0-15 15-2, 8-15, 2-15 9-15, 15-5, 6-15 15-4, 15-9 15-5, 15-9 15-11, 9-15, 15- 11 12-15, 15-11, 14- 6 15-12, 15-12 Cheering is tougher Right, the 1987-88 Varsity Basketball cheerleaders were (left to right) Jenny Sedam, Tammy Reif, Dawn Koch, Wendy Mc- Carthy, Mindy Bennett, and Tcri Sauer. Above, Tammy Reif and Jenny Sedam perform the Loyalty cheer at a home basketball game. Being a cheerleader is harder than a person thinks. It’s not all fun and glam- our. Going to all the games, practicing constantly, and attending camps in the summer are all parts of cheerleading. Varsity captains were Mindy Ben- nett and Wendi McCarthy. Fresh-Soph captains were Jeneane McDonald and Carrie Elmer. Adviser was Nancy Svar- toien. 56—Cheerleaders than people think At left, the Fresh-Soph cheerleaders were (top to bottom, left to right) Yell-leader Chris Gray, Jeneane McDonald, Angie Stephenitch, DeAnna Doyle, Jessica Koontz, Carrie Elmer, mascot Melissa Oleson, and Sue Diehl. Below, Carrie Elmer, Jeneane McDonald, Jessica Koontz, and Brandy Early cuddle for a picture during a football game. Center, the Wrestling Cheerleaders were (left to right) Caryn Esposito, Angie Bukoski, Joleen Jackson, Carrie Butorka, Tammy Long, and Diane Behrendt. At right, the Fresh-Soph Football Cheerleaders were (left to right) Mel- issa Oleson, Jeneane McDonald, Sue Diehl, Brandy Early, Jessica Koontz, and Carrie Elmer. Cheerleaders—57 Pom Squad Qualifies Top right, the Pom squad included (first row, left to right) Beth Fenwick, Kim Frecdlund, Tracy Dickey, Jodi Morri- son, and Amber Newman; (second row) Dianne Becker, Julie Barton, Marnie Johnson, and Margie Lucas; (third row) Jennifer McCarthy and Penny Flenricks; and (top) Tina Reed. New ideas and a different look were the marks of the 1987-88 Pom Pon squad. New ideas included performing at girls’ basketball games and wrestling meets, as well as the use of props and dance rout- ines in addition to just poms routines. A young team, the squad had eight new members this year. The squad won a first-place rating in competition at Hono- negah to qualify for a down- state showing. Marnie John- son and Tina Reed were co- captains, and Lucille Pedersen was advisor. Above, the squad perfoms a pom routine during a boys’ basketball game. Right, Tina Reed, Mamie Johnson, and Tracy Dickey arc on the floor during a routine to “You've Got the Look.” for downstate competition Left, the pom squad performs their hoop routine at state competition in Jacksonville. Above, the squad receives its trophy at state competition. Left, Jennifer McCarthy and Jodi Morrison perform Loyalty during a basketball game with Oregon. Below left, Dianne Becker, Kim Freedlund (in back), Mamie Johnson, and Tracy Dickey perform their dance routine. Below, Margie Lucas performs during halftime of a basketball game. Varsity Tigers Right, Brett Holaday lays in two with a lay-up. Below, Russ Dahlgrcn goes up for the tip-off against Polo. Bottom, this year’s Varsity Boys’ Basketball team included (seat- ed, left to right) Kevin Colloton, Kurt Larson, David Hurd, Scott Shank, Jeff Larson, and Joe Pedersen, and (standing) Coach Mel Hawbecker, Brett Holady, Russ Dahlgren, Joe Jaquct, Todd Rcevcrts, Mike Shank, and Eric Carlson. � « have a tough season It was a crazy year for the varsity boys’ team, according to Coach Mel Hawbecker. The boys would win two games, lose three, and never get that steady rhythm. Three of the squad’s losses were in overtime. In one game the Tigers won according to the scorebook but lost on the scoreboard. The game went down as a loss, and the Tigers wound up with a 15-14 record. There were some bright spots, though. Captains were Mike Shank and Todd Reeverts. Reeverts was named to the All-Tournament Team at the Forreston Holiday Tourney and as an All-Area Honorable Mention selection by the Rockford Register-Star. Left, Eric Carlson goes in for a lay-up as the referee checks it out. Girls’ Basketball dream comes true The dream came true for the 1987- 88 Girls’ Basketball squad: the lady Tigers made it downstate to the Elite Eight. How did they do it? According to Head Coach John Nolan, the key was teamwork. “They played the game the way it is supposed to be played,” Nolan said. Nolan found it difficult to label his players. “They do so many things well — pass, shoot, play defense, rebound.” The Lady Tigers ended their sea- son with a 28-2 record — The list of honors included winning the Dakota and Galena Tournaments besides tak- ing the Mid-Northern Championship crown and Regional, Sectional, and Supersectional titles. The 1987-88 season was indeed a dream come true. At right, Dana Harmon, Petrece Faulkner, Aimce Shelton, and Amy Muranko crowd around the Sectional plaque. Below right, Lisa Busch screens out an opponent for a rebound. Below left, the squad waits to be intro- duced at a community assembly be- fore the Elite Eight game. Below, the senior members of the squad (Aimee Shelton, Dana Har- mon, Lisa Busch, Amy Muranko, and Kim Hoffmeister) hold up the team’s tournament plaques. The Lady Tiger Elite Eight squad consisted of (in front) Coach John Nolan, (seated, left to right) Cory Capes. Desa Richards. Petrece Faulkner, and Jennifer Skogs- berg. and (back row) Aimee Shel- ton. Lisa Busch, Dana Harmon. Kim Hoffmeister, and Amy Mu- ranko. Below left, Kim Hoffmeister, fights for a re- bound against Winnebago. Below, Dana Harmon and Aimee Shelton take defensive po- sitions against Shilo in the Elite Eight game. Cubs are a transition team This year's F-S boys' basketball team was truly a tran- sition team, according to Coach Terry Janes. Midway through the season the team’s roster under- went some changes, and many players had to Fill different roles that some players weren’t accustomed to. Because of this the Cubs changed from a slow power team to one of the faster teams in the conference and finished second in the conference standings and a 14-4 overall record. Fans of this team believe that this group has potential to make the Elite Eight in a year or two. Captains for the season were Bill Chernick, Bryan Folz, and Mike Steder. Right, Captain Mike Steder drives to the basket for two points against Pccatonica. Above, the 1987-88 Fresh-Soph Basket- ball team consisted of (front row, left to right) Brad Carlson, Andy Hess, Charles Gary, Mike Chasensky, Jason Bullock, Steve Rosenow, Tom Gleason, Rick Lid- er, Joe Gleason, and Ben McNames. and (back row) Dan King, Jon Muranko, Matt Crcmcns, Mike Steder, Troy Drake, Coach Tony Berg, Bryan Folz, Chad Holaday, Jim Frison, Ryan Mac- Kenzie, Bill Chernick, and Dan Norup. Right, a Polo defender finds himself in the “trees” of Mike Steder, Dan King, and Bryan Folz. 64 — F-S Boys’ Basketball Byron F-S Cubs Byron Opposing Team 62 Ashton 26 26 Marengo 44 69 Oregon 39 57 Mt. Morris 32 53 Stockton 33 57 Eastland 52 47 Winnebago 31 54 Still. Va. 40 57 Polo 20 43 Forreston 44 55 Pecatonica 25 59 Genoa 52 53 Oregon 66 63 Mt. Morris 14 45 Forreston 47 60 Still. Va. 48 54 Pecatonica 35 65 Polo 24 MW Versatile F-S Girls are co-champs Versatility and improvement were the keys to the 1987-88 Girls’ Fresh-Soph Basketball squad. Having many girls who were willing to ro- tate positions proved their versatility. Now many of the girls can help the varsity next year by playing more than one spot. As for their improvement, Coach Bob Liggett maintained that this team added to its skills tremen- dously by the end of the season. The team’s 14-4 record earned them a share of the Mid-Northern title (with Polo). Captain was Cory Hurd, Most Improved was Jenny Knaub, and Most Inspirational were Dana Liggett and Kelly Dallman. Also coaching the squad was assistant coach Dennis Hoffmeister. Below, the 1987-88 F-S Girls' Basketball team consisted of (first row, left to right) Jenny Gentry, Jenny Knaub, and Tina Sil- baugh; (second row) Cory Hurd, Christie Heid, Karen Busch, Traci McDanel, Angel Lutz, and Karen Freedlund; and (third row) Coach Dennis Hoffmeister, Brittany Broderick, Cory Lamb, Kelly Dallman, Gretchen Armbrustcr, Amy Edwards, Becky Scheck, Beth Kenney, Dana Liggett, and Coach Bob Liggett. riMfs Winnebd Stillman Polo Iorris iton I onica Above, the team crowds around Coach Liggett for instructions before going back into the game Left, Becky Scheck watches her opponent carefully. 66 — Wrestling Above, the 1987-88 Wrestling squad in- cluded (first row, left to right) Ben Schmidt, Randy Spaulding, Steve Moles, Jason Varilek, Jose DeLaUz, Javier De- LaUz, Todd Triplett, and John Winterton; (second row) Assistant Coach Kevin Cot- ter, Corbin Anderson, James Woods, Jim Thompson, Mike Marley, Mike Tubbs, Craig Gault, Tim Mrowicc, Brian Lcdcn, Bob Digiovanni, and Eric Johnson; and (third row) Assistant Coach Morgan Mi- chel, Ed Moody, Chuck Williams, Tim Deming, Craig Hoover, Troy Gentz, Don Hatton, Rob Deming, Jim Kohler, Gary Rceverts, Rick Ewing, and Coach Glen Dallman. Right, Tim Mrowiec puts a head-lock on his opponent. Wrestlers have leadership, team effort Good leadership and team effort meant a good year for the 1987-88 wrestlers. Finishing third in the Polo Tournament and fourth at the Amboy Tournmcnt, the MatTigers quali- fied six wrestlers for sectional competition: Javier DcLaUz, Jason Varilek, Corbin Anderson, Gary Reeverts, Don Hat- ton, and Rich Ewing. DeLaUz qualified for state competition but did not place. Overall the squad finished with a record of 15-6. Left, Wayne Moody closes in on a pin against an Ashton opponent. Left, Randy Spaulding, his oppo- nent, and the referee get into it while Coach Michel yells encour- agement. Wrestling — 67 Boys' Track Paul McDonald runs the 110m low hurdles in the sectional meet. The 1987-88 boy’s track team members were (first row, left to right) Aaron Johnson, D. J. Dammon. Charles Gary, Bill Chernick, Paul McDonald. Brad Carlson. Chris Gray, Dan King and Shawn Lucas; (second row) Coach Stine, John Hedges Jeff Phalen, Mike Steder. Phil Jaras, Rob Deming, Steve Rosenow, Ross Lawson, Eric Johnson, coaches Mr. Jackson and Mr. Hoffmeister. Bill Chernick prepares for the 400m run. Young Team Puts Best Foot Forward The 1987-88 boys’ track team overcame a short- age of upperclassman to have yet another exciting sea- son. The season was capped when junior, Paul McDon- ald, qualified for the state meet. He qualified in both the 110m high hurdles and the 300m low hurdles. Paul also set a new school record in the 300m low hurdles with a time of 39.7. The team was led by seniors Phil Jaras, Ross Lawson, and junior Paul McDonald. Many underclassmen contributed this year to the success of the squad, which also won the fresh. soph, conference meet. Brad Carlson runs the mile, (upper left) Mr. Jackson congratulates Paul McDonald on quali- fying for the state meet. 69 Traci McDanel sprints for the 800 meter relay team which includes Traci McDanel. Beth Kenney. Brittany Broderick, and Ali- cia Morgan. iVTUtf The Lady Tiger trackst- ers (front row I. to r.): T. Silbaugh, J. Carbaugh, M. Olsen. A. Morgan. M. Lucas, (back row): Coach Gary Fcrb, T. McDanel, A. Tarplcy, D. Jackson, K. Hoff- meister, G. Armbruster, B. Kenney. B. Broder- ick, Coach Kay Camer- on. 70—Track When spring rolled around, many athletes got spring fever. Girls' track was no exception. Although the track team did not have many mem- bers, they achieved personal goals. April Tarpley qualified for the state meet in the 800m run. Tarpley was also MVP. Kim Hoffmeister was captain. Girls Track Has Few Members April Tarpley finishes in the mile run. Track—71 At right, Scott Shank works on his batting stance. Bruce Newman shows us his fast ball. Reed Spaulding waits for a better pitch. 72—Baseball Baseball in 1987 was a demand- ing sport. Overall, the season was fairly successful. The Byron Tigers won 6 games of their 11. The sum- mer baseball team concluded its 12 game season with six victories. The summer baseball team played sev- eral close games. For example, they defeated Dakota by a score of 12 to 11. The MVP winner was Tim Green. Byron Tigers included (first row) Joe Pedersen, Chad Worman, Mike Hawbccker, Jerrod Hawkins, Kevin Sandall, Bruce Newman. Kurt Lar- son, Rick O'Sullivan, and Scott Shank; (second row) Dave Crowell, Jeff Larson, John Chernick, Reed Spaulding, Chris Roberts, Scott Maas, Dennis Dummer, and Brian Perry. At top, John Chernick slides successfully to first base under the tag. Baseball—73 “Hit Team ”Enjoys Season “Based on the level of competition and the youth of the team, overall the season was fairly successful,” softball coach Margie Torgersen. The 1988 softball season’s record was four wins and fifteen losses. Although the record does not show many wins, the team had numerous individual goals that were achieved. The girls enjoyed the sport whether they won the games or lost. They played each game with energy and enthusiasm of winners, which lasted throughout the entire season. This year’s team was a young group, but had the endurance to last the season. The team had only two senior members. Holly Gilc and Lisa Busch. They were also the captains and received their four year award. Kelly Dallman. a sophomore member, shows us one of her many positions that she plays. At this game, Kelly plays pitcher. She throws a strike to the batter. Carri Wroblewski, a freshman member, tries to tag a girl out at second base. The throw came from catcher. Holly Gilc, who is a captain. 74—Softball Softball—75 Jenny Gentry is up to bat. The Byron Tiger ‘Hit Team included front row left to right; Carri Wroblcwski, Jcnni Ross, Shelley Tubbs, Coach Torgeson, Brenda Woods, Holly Gile, and Jenny Knaub. Back Row left to right: Jenny Gentry, Dana Liggett. Lisa Busch, Karen Busch, Kelly Dallman, Becky Scheck. and Kris- ta Piper. Becky Scheck throws a strike 1. Girls’ Volleyball seniors were Holly Gile, Dana Harmon, Aimee Shelton, and Amy Muranko. 2. Boys’ Basketball seniors were (top row, left to right) Eric Carlson, Russell Dahlgrcn. Brett Hol- aday, (second row) Joe Pedersen, Todd Reeverts, and Mike Shank. 3. Pom Pons seniors were Amber Newman, Mar- gie Lucas. Tracey Dickey, and Kim Freedlund. 4. Girls' Basketball seniors were Lisa Busch, Aimee Shelton, Dana Harmon, Kim Hoffmeist- er, and Amy Muranko. 5. Football seniors were Eric Carlson. Dan Vaul- tonburg, Brian Perry, Jim Ewing. Bruce New- man. Rick O'Sullivan, Gary Reeverts, John Chernick, (Mgr.) Ross Lawson, Chris Woods, Don Hatton, Mike Brown, Mike Shank, Bill Kil- mer. Scott Maas. Phil Jaras, Chris Roberts, Tim Deming, and Mike Kuss. 1. Basketball Cheerleading seniors were Teri Sauer. Wendy McCarthy, and Mindy Bennett. 2. Wrestling Chcerleading seniors were Jolccn Jackson and Carrie Butorka. 3. Cross-Country senior was Kim Hoff- meister. 4. Wrestling seniors were (top) Jim Koh- ler, Tim Deming, Don Hatton (2nd) Gary Reeverts, and Bob Digiovanni. 5. Softball seniors were Holly Gile and Lisa Busch. 6. Boys' Baseball seniors were Bruce Newman. Brian Perry, Chris Roberts, Scott Maas, John Chcrnick, Reed Spaul- ding, Joe Pedersen, Dennis Dummer. and Rick O'Sullivan. 7. Boys' Track seniors were Phil Jaras and Ross Lawson. 8. Girls’ Track seniors were Kim Hoff- meister and Margie Lucas. WItl ,fpP BOYS BASKETBALL FOOTBALL Bvron Byron 56 45 Stockton J 26 12 Freeport Aquin 68 70 Riverdale Burl. Central 56 66 Mt. Morris T 7 Oregon 53 56 Ashton % 19 9 14 Forreston 53 56 Marengo Stillman Valley 56 47 ()rcgon 40 14 Pecatonica 62 59 Mt. Morris gfl-35 13 Winnebago 47 49 Stockton 43 66 Mount Morris 58 56 Orangeville 8 9 Polo 64 44 62 35 1 uiton Unity ( had wick Total Scores Byron 39 67 I orreston 220 81 97 Eastland 62 48 Stillman Valley •na-Winslow Opponent 109 60 41 52 75 56 63 68 58 53 57 76 69 63 86 48 55 70 47 76 39 6 52 55 Polo I orreslon Pecatonica Genoa-Kingston Oregon Mt Morris Forreston Stillman Valley o!o m m Pecatonica ® kfd. Lulhern Kirkland VOLLEYBAI I Byron (9-15)( 15-11)(9-15) (15-4)( 15-11) Dakota (! 5-14)(10-15)(15-2) Oregon (15-41(15-2) Forreston (15-2)(15-6) Stillman Valley (15-9)(15-7) Pecatonica (0-15)( 13-15) Winnebago (15-11)(16-14) Mt. Morris (15-12)( 11-15)(!5-7) Polo (15-1)0 5-7) Oregon (15-4)0 5-6) Forreston (13-15)05-127(15-6) Stillman Valley (15-3)( 1 5-3) Pecatonica (3-15)( 15-11)(15-10) Winnebago (15-6)(I0-15)( 15-0) Mt. Morris (15-6)(15-0) Polo Hi SOFTBALL Byron GIRLS BASKETBALL Byron 41 :I 64 36 65 44 69 30 48 4 98 29 68 50 63 51 57 54 59 50 60 49 59 46 47 30 54 37 59 27 68 24 60 46 68 49 57 50 63 20 85 29 61 32 62 57 69 42 63 45 48 55 Rochelle River Ridge Burl Central Aquin Dakota Oregon Mt. Morris Forreston Winnebago Stockton 1 ast Dubuque Galena Polo Pecatonica Stillman Valley Oregon Mt. Morris Forreston tebago Stillman Polo Lena Pecatonica Forreston Mt. Morris Winnebago Shabbona Orangeville Hume Shilo 3 7 Genoa 6 29 Pearl City 10 7 Rochelle 9 1 S. Beloit 2 14 Durand 11 9 N. B� one 6 9 Durand 5 20 Dakota 6 6 Durand 4 7 S. Beloit 4 1 1 Rkfd West 1 10 Rkfd. West 0 24 Burl. Central 0 12 Durand 0 10 Dixon 9 8 S. Beloit 7 17 Pearl City 0 5 Thomson 61 0 Rkid. wcs( 27 28 Belvidcrc 26 37 Stillman Valley 26 25 Amboy 60 12 Ashton 47 20 Lena-Winslow 54 3 Mt Morris 41 15 Marengo 50 13 Polo 43 21 Erie 24 29 Harlem 34 22 Dakota 21 37 Sterling Newma man Valley ling Newman Winnebago Dakota forreston Forreston egon Snilman Valley nebago Dakota Oregon Sterling Newman N. Boone Rkfd. 1 uthern Rkfd. Luthern Rkfd. Jefferson . Cenffif [kfcl. West d. West icnoa Kirkland Marengo Fulton 1 Harvard Morrisoi Oregon CROSSj 'Ol. Itry Fresh-Soph Boys 1st Forreston Inv. 2nd Oregon Open! 4th Dixon I Girls 2nd Winnebago 10-man 2nd Winnebag Inv. 6th Amboy Inv. 1st Oregon Inv. 1st Conference Meet 4th in Regionals and got to advance to Sectionals Paul McDonald jumps a hurdle. Reed Spaulding watches the ball go by. Petrece Falkner plays defense against a Hume- Shilo player. Captains Eric Carlson and Mike Shank make Todd Nason an honorary member of the football team. Eric Carlson and Brett Holaday rebound. Lisa Busch goes to first base. Sport Candids—79 Encore! Encore! Making the half time of football games a unique display of colors, the color guard entertained many people. They performed along with the band and color guard pom pon squad. The colorguard also mar- ched with the band in parades. Robin Boomgarden.Tami Winter- ton, Carrie Elmer, Hope St. Clair, and Cammy Deakin were the members of this years guard. Cabaret Night was a big success for the jazz band. After hours of hard practices and lots of disci- pline the jazz band performed a very entertaining program. Much of the community came to listen to the songs from the past to the pres- ent. They performed a variety of hits. Jazz Band included (back row) Jason Jannssen, Craig Ree- verts, Aaron Johnson, Dave Reiche, Paul Freemen, and Tim Eytalis, (middle row) Jenni Car- baugh. Director Dave Johnson, J.D. Michaux, and Jerrod Hawk- ins, (front row) Rick Scheck, Jas- on Farris, Jenny Gentry, Dena Er- landson, Stephanie Saia. 80 Top Row. Director Bill Janssen, Will Craig. Larbi Murray, Jerrod Hawkins, Tim Eytalis, Karim Murray, Paul Freeman, Michelle Leary 3rd Row. Tracy Dickey, Chris Gray, Jon Muranko, Shawn Lucas, Craig Reevcrts, Aaron Johnson, David Rciche. 2nd Row. David Crowell, Steve Moles, Jason Janseen, Jason Farris, Karen Frecdlund, Jenny Gentry, Diane Behrendt, Rick Schcck 3rd Row. Dcannc Erlandson, Jcnni Carbough. April Tarpley, Amy Borden, Stephanie Saia. Bonnie Montcomcrv. David Rcichc and Tim Eytalis practice during their jazz band practice. 81 The Beat Goes On The addition of a new fall pops concert led the slate of activities for the high school choir this year. The whole choir program, including grades 5 though 12, participated in five songs. Choreography also highlighted the pro- gram. The group also visited several college campuses to attend choral festi- vals. Campuses included Augustana and Illinois State. The Illinois High School Association Solo and Ensemble Contest was successful for Byron as over 50 percent of the school’s entries won first place ratings. Cabaret Night (Spring Concert) rounded off the year. Right, the 1987-88 Choir consisted of (first row, left to right) Stephanie Wat- son, Julie Barton, Hope Case, DeAnna Doyle. Kar- in Nelson, Tami Winter- ton, and Michelle Verdier; (second row) Tonya Ack- erman, Jcnni Carbaugh, Sue Mahan, Pam Mahan, Kim Freedlund. Kari Lane, and Tammy Whit- ney; and (back row) Aaron Johnson, Paul Bullock, Jason Bullock, J. D. Mi- chaux, Chris Gray, Brian Gray, and choir director David Johnson. Above, Swing Choir consisted of (first Many and various activities highlighted Swing Choir’s year. The group gave a num- row, left to right) Jcnni Carbaugh, ber of performances for community and church groups, competed in the IHSA Solo Krista Piper, DeAnna Doyle, Tammi and Ensemble Contest, and took a trip to Chicago to see the Showstoppers Invitation- Winterton, Kim Freedlund, and Kar- al Competition at the Bismark Hotel. The group showcased its singing and dancing in Nelson, and (second row) Chris abilities by providing musical entertainment at Cabaret Night in the spring. Gray, J. D. Michaux, Jason Bullock, Brian Gray, and Aaron Johnson. 82—Chorus Not the title of a fast plane, JETS is short for Junior Engineering Technological Society and involves competition in seven academic areas, such as English, computer science, and mathemat- ics. Students compete individually and as a team, possibly going on to three levels, district, region- als, and state. Junior Steve Moles made it to regionals in computers. Also doing well in district competition were John Chernick (1st in math), Kim Hoffmeister (2nd in English), Tom Friday (3rd in computers), Mamie Johnson (3rd in English), Erin Sullivan (3rd in biology), and Jason Janssen (3rd in computer graphics). Advisor for the group was Gary Ferb. Left, the JETS team was (first row, left to right) Amy Mu- ranko, Marnic Johnson, Steve Moles, Erin Sullivan, Larbi Murray, and adviser Gary Ferb. and (second row) Jason Janssen, Joe Pedersen. John Chernick, Kim Hoffmeister, Bruce Ca- ruth, and Phil Jaras. The 1987-88 Math Team con- sisted of (first row, left to right) Brett Johnson, Marnie Johnson, Jenny Gentry, Karen Freedlund, Paul Frye, Stephanie Saia, Aar- on Johnson, Carrie Elmer, and Joanne Hocrnecke; (second row) Steve Moles, Margie Lucas, Dana Liggett, Traci McDanel, David Crowell. Paul Bullock, David Jaras. Gretchen Armbrustcr, Dcna Er- landson, and Rick Scheck: and (back row) adviser Carol Nau- man, Karim Murrary, Jason Bul- lock. Matt Cremens. David Reiche, Bruce Ca- ruth. Joe Pedersen, John Cher- nick. Tom Friday, Jas- on Janssen, and advisor Jim Stark. The Math Team earned much applause this year as the team qualified three individuals for state competition and finished an overall 4th at Rock Valley Col- lege in March and 2nd at Highland College in April. Steve Moles (1st in Orals), Jason Bullock (4th in Algebra I), and John Chernick (2nd in Pre-Calculus) were in individual qualifiers. Carol Nauman and Jim Stark were advisers for the group. The old N.H.S. members were (front 1. to r.) Amy Muranko, Holly Gilc, Erin Sullivan, Kim Frecdlund, Mindy Bennet, Kelly Bcldon, and Margie Lucas; (2nd) Mr. Nauman, Sue Friday, Kim Hoffmeistcr, Joe Pedersen. Reed Spaulding, Chris Roberts, Mike Brown, Brian Perry, John Chcmick, Paul Bullock, Joleen Jackson, Lisa Busch, and Mr. Doll. In National Honor Society this year there are sixteen old members and twenty- three new members. These students are se- lected on the basis of their leadership, scholar- ship, service, and character. The teachers have a rating sheet which rates each appli- cant. They are a top-noch group scrutinized by their teachers. N.H.S. is not a very easy thing to make. The advisors are Mr. Doll and Mr. Nauman. The new N.H.S. members include (back row 1. to r.) Mr. Nauman, Tim Eytalis, Jason Janssen. Karim Murrary, Larbi Murray, Steve Moles, Kurt Larson. David Crowell, Tammy Reif, Diana Donaldson, Pctrcce Faulkner; (2nd row) Dena Erlandson, Paula Frye, Mamie Johnson, Karin Nelson, Mike Tubbs, Jeff Larson. (Bottom Row) Desa Richards. Angie Bukoski, Tina Reed, Jen- nifer Skogsberg, and Cory Capes. 84—N.H.S. Academic Bowl Team Advances To State man. The academic bowl members have a lot to be proud of this year. They have made it further than any other team. Some of the credit goes to the se- niors who competed as ju- niors. The members worked very hard togeth- er as a team and were not afraid to answer quickly. Byron has a fresh-soph academic bowl team which enables the freshmen and sopho- mores to be ready to compete with the best in the state. “The academic bowl team did extremely well this year. We made it to the top sixteen in the state,’ stated Mrs. Nau- Varsity academic bowl mem- bers include: Tom F riday, Paul Bullock, Joe Pedersen, John Chernick, Brian Perry, Jason Janssen, Kim Hoff- miester, Paula Frye, Dcna Er- landson, Erin Sullivan, Mar- nic Johnson, Steve Moles, and Larbi Murrary. Fresh-Soph academic bowl members include: Carrie El- mer, Mrs. Blobaum, Aaron Johnson, Brett Johnson, Jas- on Bullock, Jcncanc McDon- ald, Traci McDanel, Mrs. Nauman, Dan King. David Rieche. Tom Friday, Liam Sullivan, and Malt Crcmcns. Academic Bowl—85 Student Council is creative The 1987-88 Student Council sponsored a great many activities this year. Among them included running Homecoming, selling carna- tions on Valentine’s Day, sponsoring the Food pantry dance, caroling at the Neighbors Nurs- ing Home, and attending district and state conventions. Council advisor Nancy Ryder was lavish in her praise of this year’s group. “It will be hard to equal next year’s Homecoming with this year’s. It was such an outstanding success,’’ she said. “We have a lot of very hardworking people in the group. They were very creative and came up with some very interesting ideas.” Top, the 1987-88 Student Council included (first row, left to right) Brittany Broderick, Jenny Gentry, Brett Johnson, Traci McDuncl. and Susan Diehl; (second row) Brian Perry (Treasurer), Chris Roberts (Vice-President), John Chernick (President), and Dianne Becker (Sec- retary); Mike Brown, Heidi Gambia, Tina Reed, Kim Freedlund, Pau- la Frye, Brian Leden, and Julc Taylor; and (back row) Troy Drake, Joe Pedersen, Holly Gilc, Cory Hurd, Angel Lutz, and Joanne Hocr- nccke. Not pictured arc Alcatha Baker, Caryn Esposito, and Jennifer McCarthy. Above, Student Council members Jennifer McCarthy and Joanne Hocr- ncckc confer with council advisor Nancy Ryder about the Honor Council scrapbook which recorded events of the past year for district convention showing. Library Club files, computes Library Club was filled with a bunch of hard-work- ing students this year. The members helped Media Cen- ter head Nancy Ryder and aides Loretta Freedlund and Maureen Kilmer with such activities as keeping books and magazines in order, keeping computer files up to date, and setting up bulletin boards. At the end of the year, club members were treated to an all-expense trip to Great America. Left, library aide Loretta Freedlund helps Library Club member Rick Schcck check overdue books on the computer file. Library Club members this year were (in front) Brian Perry; (first row, left to right) Joanne Hoerneck, Alicia Morgan, Julie Taylor, Robin Boomgarden, Paula Frye, Cammy Deakin, Dana Liggett, and Erin Sullivan; (second row) aide Loretta Freedlund, Keith Willing, Brian Leden, Krista Piper, Karen Freedlund, Kim Freedlund, Tracy Dickey, Karen Nelson, Jenny Gentry, and Beth Kenney; and (back row) Shawn Lucas, Gretchen Armbruster, Steve Barnhart, Scott MacKenzie, Mark Stroud, Mike Brown, Scott Wyllie, Ed Moody, and David Engelbrccht. Library Club — 87 FFA sponsors Ag Week Byron’s Future Farmers of America (FFA) group had a year full of accomplish- ments under new advisor Dan Ginter. The group attended the 60th National FFA Convention in Kansas City, as well as attending the state con- vention in Champaign. FFA sponsored Ag Week in the high school to introduce the student body to as- pects of farming. The group assembled a pet- ting zoo, held contests, and heard speakers such as State Senator Harlen Rigney and ag education teacher Jeff Wood. FFA this year included (front row, left to right) advisor Dan Ginter, Keith Willing, John Peterson, Shawn Lucas, Scott Boyden, Alicia Morgan, Chuck Williams, Pauia Will- ing, and Jennifer McKiski; and (top row) Ed Moody, Todd Rccvcrts (Vice-Presi- dent), David Engelbrecht (Secretary), Dennis Dummer (Sentinel), Gavin McKiski (President), Josh Lamping (Recorder), and John Win- terton (Treasurer). Below left, Brett Holaday and Todd Reeverts tend the cattle at the FFA petting zoo. Below right, Shawn Lucas feeds his calf at the petting zoo. ‘Inkspot’ writes well; ‘By-Hi’ overcomes The writing in this year’s Inkspot was the best in a long while, according to advisor Michael Jer- ding. Jerding attributed this success to third year members John Chernick, Sue Friday, and Kim Hoffmeister with help from Journalism II and I students. High lights to the year were the trips to Kansas City and DeKalb. By-Hi had to overcome a batch of problems this year, including almost an entire new staff, a new year- book company, computer handling of copy, and a few photography troubles. But the staff pul forth a good effort and everything came together. Left, Journalism I students Diane Behrendt, Jason Farris, and Dana Liggett stand up front of a clean blackboard. Below, the Inkspot staff of “deadline” meeters were (on floor) Brian Perry, Sue Friday, John Chernick, Kim Hoffmeister, Erin Sullivan, and Stephanie Saia; and (standing) advisor Michael Jerding, Kim Freedlund, and Paula Frye. Left, the By-Hi staff in- cluded (seated) Cammy Deakin, Jennifer Mc- Carthy, and Dana Har- mon; and (standing) Krista Piper. Beth Ken- ney, Robin Boomgar- den, Gretchen Arm- brustcr, Kim Freedlund, Joanne Hoernccke, ad- visor Michael Jerding, and Mike Brown. Outdoor Club takes rope course This year's Outdoor Club included (sit- ting, left to right) Aaron Johnson, John Chernick, Suzi Friday, and Brian Perry; and (standing in front) adviser Gary Fcrb, Stephanie Saia. Joe Pedersen, Reed Spaulding, Misty Maurer, Kim Hoffmcister, Margie Lucas, Erin Sulli- van. Dana Jackson. Dana Liggett, and Jenny Knaub; and (in back) Bruce Ca- ruth and advisor Dennis Hoffmcister. It’s Sept. 19 and the Outdoor Club is filled with glee. They’re leaving for Devil’s Lake, you see. Today is the rock-climbing escapade. Also other plans have been made To take the Rockford High Ropes Course. You should jump at the chance that is yours! Surviving in the wild is what club members learn And $2-3 is all you need to earn. Mr. Hoffmeister and Mr. Ferb Head these trips from curb to curb. They’re thinking of camping out in the snow, Or in the summer maybe canoeing they’ll go! One thing you know — wherever they roam. Trash will be picked up before leaving for home. Outdoor Club members see nature in bloom. Are are not confined to an indoor classroom. Cammy Dcakin chomps on a cookie during an Outdoor Club trip to Devil's Head. 90—Outdoor Club Pep Club promotes school pride This year the students at Byron formed a new club — The Orange Crush. The Crush was formed to support all athletic and academic organizations and to boost school spirit and pride. Members did everything from decorating lockers and cheering at games to arranging sendoffs for state-bound athletes. To fund the club, members sponsored several money-raising activities, the most popular of which were the Cutest Baby Contest and the Easter Bunny Raffle. Adviser Jo Schmidt said that the Crush plans to keep school spirit high. The Pep Club included (first row, left to right) adviser Jo Schmidt, president Wendy Marsh, secretary Julie Taylor, treasurer Krista Piper, and vice-president Jim Thompson; (second row) Jolccn Jackson, Mindy Bennett, Carrie Butorka, Wendi McCarthy, Aimce Shelton, Dana Har- mon, Amy Muranko, Holly Gile, Kim Frccd- lund, Tracy Dickey, and Kari Long; (third row) Grctchcn Armbrustcr, Dawn Koch, Tammy Rcif, Jennifer McCarthy, Caryn Esposito, Angie Bukoski, Tammy Long, Aleatha Baker, and Pau- la Frye; (fourth row) Beth Kenney, Beth Fen- wick, Julie Barton, Carri Wroblcwski, Amy Ed- wards, Kelly Dallman, Cori Lamb, Margie Lu- cas, Dana Jackson, Traci McDanel, Carrie El- mer, and Jessia Koontz; (fifth row) Jennifer McKiski, Brittany Broderick, Angel Lutz, Becky Scheck, DcAnna Doyle, Diane Behrcndt, Stephanie Watson, Sue Diehl, Melissa Olcson, and Brenda Woods; and (sixth row) Kraig Hoo- ver, D. J. Dammon, Ben Schmidt, Randy Spaul- ding, Brett Johnson, Matt Crcmens, and Joanne Hocrncckc; (seventh row) Jamie Wood, Jcncanc McDonald, Penny Henricks, and Jodi Morrison; (eighth row) Tim Mrowiec, Scott Boyden, Jeff Phalcn, Rob Deming, Chris Gray, and Jon Mu- ranko; (ninth row) Corbin Anderson, Jason Var- ilek, and Javier DcLaUz; and (top row) Chad Worman and Mike Kuss. Pep Club—91 M� Back Room Beauty Salon 117 Second Street, Byron Brenda and Linda TUESDAY - SATURDAY 234-8409 BYRON, ILLINOIS Troy Gentz — in a grass skirt? Troy doesn't seem to mind as he wears one during Homecoming festivities. —_ ujjl IjlllilMlIPi 1' Congratulations, Graduates! BYRON BANK AND FINANCIAL CENTER MEMBER F.D.I.C. 92—Ads KYSOR OF BYRON CONGRATULATIONS CLASS OF 1988 Top, David Hurd browses in the library as Krista Piper tries to hide. Center, Mrs. Pierson makes a point in German class. Below, Kim Frecdlund is smug about how easy Advanced Com- position is. Ads—93 1. 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Below right, Chad Holaday is studying hard in the library. 104—Ads A Ackerman, Tonya 30, 37 Anderson, Corbin 34, 66 Apsey, Mike 34 Armbruster, Gretchen 4, 37, 55, 65, 87, 89 Ashlin, Travis 40, 54 B Baker, Aletha 30, 34, 36, 86 Barnhart, Becky 40 Barnhart, Steve 5, 87 Barton, Julie 40, 58 Beach, Keven 40 Becker, Dianne 9, 28, 37, 58, 59, 86 Behrendt, Diane 40, 55, 57, 89 Belden, Kelly 201 Belden, Mike 37, 54 Bennett, Mindy 56, 200, 201 Boehm, Jeannette 34, 36, 51 Bolen, Connie 28, 201 Bolin, Heath 200, 20 T Bontjes, Michelle 36 Boomgarden, Robin 34, 87, 89 Borden, Amy 37 Boyden, Scott 39, 88, 54 Bradford, David 36 Bridgeland, Julie 37 Broderick, Brittanv 40,42,55,65, 86 Brown, Mike 6, 7, 9, 52, 53, 86, 87, 89, 200, 201 Bucci, Chris 39 Bukoski, Angie 34, 57 Bullock, Jason 40, 64, 54 Bullock, Paul 201 Burke, John 37 Burns, Angela 37 Busch, Karen 4, 37, 55, 65 Busch, Lisa 4, 201 Butorka, Carrie 57 C Capes, Cory 34, 50, 51 Carbaugh, Jenni 40, 42 Carby, Laura 5, 28, 30, 37, 55 Carlson, Brad 40, 64, 54 Carlson, Eric 2,9, 52, 53, 60, 200, 201, 207 Carr, Kevin 201, 207 Caruth, Bruce 6, 34 Case, Faith 40 Case, Hope 28, 37 Chase, Tim 201 Chasensky, Mike 40, 64 Chernick, Bill 7, 8, 13, 37, 39, 64, 54 Chernick, John 6, 12, 13, 26, 86, 89, 201, 207 Colbert, Brenda 27, 201 Colloton, Kevin 34, 60 Coyne, Larry 37 Craig, Will 40 Cremens, Matt 40, 64, 54 Crowell, David 34, 52 D Dahlgren, Russ 60, 202 Dallman, Kelly 4, 37, 55, 65 Daly, Shelly 37 Dammon, D. J. 37, 54 Deakin, Cammy 34,48,49, 87, 89 Deen, Teresa 202 DeLaUz, Javier 31, 37, 66 DeLaUz, Jose 28, 37, 66, 54 Deming, Tim 52, 66, 202, 207 Deming, Rob 37, 54, 66 Dickey, Tracv 16, 58, 59, 87, 202, 207 Diehl, Susan 40, 57, 86 Digiovanni, Bob 4, 66, 200, 206 Donaldson, Diana 34, 50, 51 Doyle, DeAnna 37, 57 Drake, Troy 28, 37, 64, 86, 54 Drye, Catherine 38 Dummer, Dennis 88, 200, 202 E Early, Brandy 31, 40, 57 Edwards, Amy 4, 38, 55, 65 Eich, Randy 38 Eisele, Kippy 38 Elmer, Carrie 38, 57 Engelbrecht, David 34, 49, 87, 88 Erlandson, Dena 34 Esposito, Caryn 34, 51, 57, 86 Ewing, Jim 2, 6, 7, 8, 52, 53, 200, 202 Ewing, Rich 36, 66 Eytalis, Tim 34 F Farris, Jason 34, 89 Faulkner, Petrece 2, 34, 50, 51 Felchlin, Mark 36 Fenwick, Beth 12, 40, 58 Ferdon, Joan 39 Folz, Bryan 38, 64, 54 Freedlund, Karen 40, 55, 65, 87 Freedlund, Kim 12, 13, 58, 59,86, 87, 89, 93, 200, 202 Freeman, Paul 34 Friday, Suzi 16, 89, 202 Friday, Tom 6, 28, 38, 54 Frison, Jim 40, 64 Frye, Paula 7, 34, 86, 87, 89 G Gambia, Heidi 86, 200, 202 Gary, Charles 40, 64 Gault, Craig 34, 52, 66 Genske, Jessica 206 Gentry, Jenny 40, 55, 65, 86, 87 Gentz, Trov 6, 7, 8, 34, 52, 66, 92 Gile, Holly 5, 9, 30, 51, 86, 200, 202 Gilligan, Jodv 31, 36 Gilroy, Shelley 200, 202 Glasgow, Jim 35 Gleason, Joe 40, 64 Gleason, Tom 41, 64 Goss, Val 202 Gray, Brian 12, 38, 54 Gray, Chris 8, 38, 39, 57 Grimm, Kai 27, 203 H Harmon, Dana 4, 50, 51, 89, 200, 203 Hatton, Don 52, 66, 203 Hawbecker, Mike 38, 39 Hawkins, Jerrod 38 Hedges, Bill 6 Hedges, John 35, 52 Heid, Christie 38, 65 Henderson, Cathy 203 Henderson, Tammy 200, 203 Henricks, Penny 28, 38, 58 Hess, Andy 9, 41, 64 Hess, Cindy 203 Hiernonimus, Laura 38 Hoernecke, Joanne 13, 38,86,87, 89 Hoffmeister, Kim 13, 48, 49, 89, 200, 203 Holadav, Alan 3, 41 Holadav, Brett 3, 60,88, 200, 203 Holadav, Chad 3, 38, 64 Holmstead, Jim 35 Holton, Scott 35 Hoover, Craig 41, 66 Howlett, Sonia 35, 51 Hurd, Cory 9, 38, 55, 65, 86 Hurd, David 7, 35, 60, 93 J Jackson, Dana 31, 41, 48, 49 Jackson, Joleen 57, 203 Janssen, Jason 35 Jaquet, Joe 34, 52, 60 Jaras, David 9, 38 Jaras, Phil 52, 53, 203 Johnsen, Eric 41, 49, 66 Johnson, Aaron 41, 49 Johnson, Brett 9, 40, 86 Johnson, Mamie 35, 58, 59 K Kenney, Beth 38, 55, 65, 87, 89 Kiester, Darin 41 Kilmer, Bill 7, 9, 52, 200, 203 King, Dan 41, 64 King, Jason 35, 52 Knaub, Jenny 41, 55, 65 Koch, Dawn 35, 56 Kohler, Jim 66, 200, 203 Koontz, Jessica 41, 57 Krai), Bill 38 Kuss, John 41 Kuss, Mike 7, 9, 52, 200, 204 L Lamb, Cori 9, 38, 55, 65 Lamb, Gail 204 Lamping, Josh 38, 49, 88 Lane, Kari 204 Larson, Jeff 35, 52, 60 Larson, Kurt 35, 52, 60 Lawson, Ross 52, 200, 204 Leary, Michelle 28, 38 Leden, Brian 8, 37, 54, 66, 86, 87 Lee, Joan 35 Leisner, Heather 35 Leombruni, Tony 200, 204 Lider, Rick 38, 64 Liggett, Dana 41, 42, 48, 49, 65, 87, 89 Lindsay, Ken 206 Loberg, Kim 28, 38 Long, Kari 38 Long, Tammy 35, 36, 57 Lucas, Marge 16, 58, 59,200, 204 Lucas, Shawn 29, 38, 49, 87, 88 Lutz, Angel 28, 38, 55, 65, 86 M Maas, Scott 52, 200, 204 MacKenzie, Ryan 41, 64 MacKenzie, Scott 87, 204 Mahan, Pam 28, 38 Mahan, Sue 206 Marley, Keith 204 Marlev, Mike 40, 66 Marsli, Wendy 7, 204 Marshall, Ken 38 Mattingly, Paul 41 Maurer, Misty 37, 48, 49 McCarthy, Jennifer 28, 34, 58, 59 86 89 McCarthy, Wendi 9, 56, 200, 204 McCoy, Chad 39 McDanel, Traci 40, 55, 65, 86 McDonald, Jeneane 9, 28, 39, 56, 57 McDonald, Paul 35, 52 McKiski, Gavin 88, 206 McKiski, Jennifer 41, 88 McNames, Ben 41, 64 McQueary, Heather 2, 204. 207 Mennenga, Jennifer 41 Michaux, J. D. 28, 200, 205 Moles, Steve 35, 66 Montgomery, Bonnie 41 Montgomery, Jerry 39 Moody, Ed 29, 66, 87, 88, 200, 206 Moody, Wayne 67, 200, 205 Morgan, Alicia 39, 55, 87, 88 Morris, Tracy 200, 205 Morrison, Jodi 41, 58, 59 Mrowiec, Tim 39, 54, 66 Muranko, Amy 9, 51, 205 Muranko, Jon 28, 39, 64 Murray, Karim 35 Murray, Larbi 35 Musso, Angela 205 N Nason, Todd 205 Nelson, Karin 35, 87 Newman, Amber 9, 58, 205 New man, Bruce 9,27, 52,53,205, 207 Nichols, Derrick 39 Norup, Dan 39, 64 O O’Sullivan, Rick 6, 7, 8, 26, 52, 200, 205. 207 Oleson, Melissa 41, 57 P Pedersen, Joe 12, 13, 60, 61, 86, 200, 205 Perry, Brian 13, 16,52,86, 87,89, 205, 207 Peters, Steve 206 Peterson, John 35, 88 Phalen, Jeff 39 Piper, Krista 8, 39, 87, 89, 93 R Reed, Tina 35, 58, 86 Reeverts, Craig 39 Reeverts, Gary 31,52,53,66,200, 206, 207 Reeverts, Todd 4, 60, 61, 88, 200, 205 Reiche, Dave 39 Reif, Tammy 35, 36, 56 Rice, Michelle 206 Richards, Desa 4, 35, 50, 51, 207 Robbins, Renee 35 Roberts, Chris 8, 52, 53, 86, 206 Rose, Carolyn 35 Rosenow, Steve 41, 64 Ross, Jennifer 41 Ruggles, Scott 36 s Saia, Stephanie 35, 89 Sallee, Mike 39 Sandall, Kevin 4, 35 Sauer, Teri 56, 206 Scheck, Becky 39, 55, 65 Scheck, Rick 35, 87 Schmidt, Ben 9, 41, 66 Sedam, Jennifer 35 Sedam, Jenny 56 Seymour, Gary 200, 206 Shank, Mike 3, 52, 60, 61, 200, 206, 207 Shank, Scott 3, 4, 29, 35, 52, 60 Shelton, Aimee 4, 9, 50, 51, 206 Shelton, Margie 2 Silbaugh, Chad 41 Silbaugh, Tina 41, 55, 65 Skogsberg, Jennifer 36, 50, 51 Spaulding, Randy 41, 66, 67 Spaulding, Reed 200, 206 Spegal, Tracy 28, 39 St. Clair, Hope 41 Steder, Mike 2, 39, 64 Stephenitch, Angie 39, 55, 57 Stroud, Mark 27, 87, 206 Sullivan, Erin 6, 12, 13, 87, 89, 206 Sullivan, Liam 2, 39 T Tarpley, April 41, 48, 49 Taylor, Julie 4. 5, 37, 55, 86, 87 Thompson, Jason 42 Thompson, Jim 36, 66 Timmer, Chad 42 Triplett, Todd 36, 66 Tubbs, Michelle 9, 31, 42, 55 Tubbs, Mike 9, 36, 52, 66 V Varilek, Jason 36, 66 Vaultonberg, Dan 52, 206 Verdier, Michelle 36 W Watson, Stephanie 39 Way, Jason 42 Whetsel, Jennifer 9, 36, 51 W hitney, Tammy 36 Wilkinson, Richard 42 Williams, Chuck 36, 66, 88 W illich, Samantha 30, 206 Willing, Keith 39, 87, 88 W illing, Paula 27, 88, 206 Winterton, Jeanie 42 Winterton, John 28, 39, 66, 88 Winterton, Tami 42 W'itek, Erika 9, 42 Wood, Jamey 28, 39 W oods, Brenda 42, 55 Woods, Chris 3, 52, 200, 206, 207 W oods, James 66 Worman, Chad 36 W'roblewski, Carri 42, 48, 49 Wyllie, Scott 29, 87, 206 Z Zull. 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