Center High School - Yellow Jacket Yearbook (Kansas City, MO)

Text from Pages 1 - 280 of the 1981 volume:

NEW HORIZONS YELLOWJACKET Nineteen Hundred and Eighty-One Center Senior High School 8715 Holmes Road Kansas City, Missouri 64131 Volume Forty-Five ____ he sun peeked out over the hori- ■■ zon, shedding the blanket of night IJ to herald the beginning of a new day. A new day —a new decade brought many changes to both school and community. The biggest change was the reorganization of the district. Two grade schools closed, two juniors highs combined into one and the Freshmen moved to the high school. This move brought about mainly positive reactions from the Freshmen. I like the change because there are more opportunities, classes, sports, and new faces than there would have been at the junior high, remarked Barry Clemmons. Diane Donaldson said, I like the teachers better be- cause they don't treat us like little kids the way they did in junior high. I met new people, made new friends, and learned about the theater through working on the play, commented Kirsten Levin. Many such new opportunities awaited the Freshmen at the high school. They could now work on the play and musical, be involved in Marching Band and Flags, choose from a wider variety of classes, and join many new clubs. ABOVE: Selecting pumpkins, Cheryl Snapp, 10, and Todd Koelling, 11, participate in Pumpkin Patch held at Down Center ABOVE LEFT: During Anatomy, Seniors Anthony Spalitto, Mark Zobel, and Mike Small examine a cow heart. 2 Student Life � � •. LEFT: During lunch, Jennifer Bahr, 9, receives an Eastern Onion singing telegram. ABOVE: Scott Burroughs, 10, Mike Franke, 10. Frank Hale, 10, and David Smothers. 11, listen intently in math class. LEFT: During Freshman-Sophomore Orientation. Dennis Bell. 12. threatens Carrie Winterowd, 11, at the National Forensic League’s booth Student Life 3 ABOVE: Ion Wenski, 10, Lea Lavish, 10, Brian Sin- clair, 12, and Danny Searls, 12, attend an away game RIGHT Conducting an experiment, Carl Ash, 9, and Linda O'Renick, 9, get assistance from Mrs Howk. BELOW RIGHT: Jeff Mann, 12, assists Mrs Moys. BELOW During a home football game, Jerry Rapp, 12, takes a break from his clown act LEFT: Spirit club members get ready for Homecom- ing by painting the cafeteria windows 4 Student Life BELOW: Seniors Andy Miller, Kent Brisley, Erika Blacksher, and Rachel Levy punk out long with the reorganization came a TV new Superintendent, Dr. Walter L. Swanson, who brought many new ideas to the district. Other staff mem- bers joined the center roster including a counsel- or, a nurse, and several teachers. In sports there arose a girls' cross-country team for the first time in Center history and the other sports teams decked out in new uniforms. Both the Newspaper and Yearbook adopted new styles. The Newspaper chose a tabloid style over the usual magazine style. The Yearbook changed in both size and style. Financial difficulties forced the cafeteria to raise the price of lunches in February from 70 t to 80 t. During February the traditional Snoball dance gave way to Courtwarming, a type of Home- coming for basketball. Senior nominees were chosen by each club instead of by the teachers. The royalty were then crowned at the game and a dance was held the following night. A new club, Cosmos, formed when the show of the same name became popular with science students. The show's creator and narrator, Carl Sagan, became a kind of hero to some. The many changes resulted in NEW HORI- ZONS for everyone, Freshmen, Sophomores, ju- niors, and Seniors alike. Only when the year had ended did we realize just how those changes had affected us. Student Life 5 RIGHT Student Orientation Day brings students into the heat to see their friends BELOW Making the perfect catch. Cheryl Eimer. 11, participates in a summer softball game ' 7 ABOVE: During the hottest days early in the school year, students find comfort in the air-conditioned Media Center 6 Student Life Heat slows summer plans he mercury in the thermometer IT reached 113 degrees throughout the city, but officially the highest tempera- ture reached 109 degrees on july 1. Record-breaking temperatures throughout the Midwest, Arkansas, and Texas left people, espe- cially those without air conditioning, to suffer in the blistering temperatures. To help combat the summer heat, students spent more time in air conditioning or at lakes, pools, or water slides. I enjoyed a majority of my summer playing frisbee at the lake and going to various water slides, stated Mona Appleby, 10. Although some students simply spent more time in the water, others felt the scorching heat stopped them from having an ordinary summer. I spent a lot of time in air conditioning when I would have ordinarily done more things out- side ' remarked Tina Eveland, 10. ABOVE: Keeping cool in the summer heat. Kim Wardlow, 11. participates in a school car wash LEFT In the excessive temperatures, the Marching Band prepares to perform at MU Student Life 7 ABOVE: Gloria Steinem and Melanie White. 12, talk at the Democratic National Convention BELOW At lunch lane Mandabach. 10. and Scott Ponick, 9, display some ash from Mount Saint Helens Nature makes big news in U.S. |i hick blanket of black ash filled the sky IJ as Mount Saint Helens errupted in an upheaval of poisonous choaking gas. Besides Mount Saint Helens, America saw other news unfold-the election of Ronald Reagan as president; the prime lending rate at an all time high of 20%; fire storms raging through California forests, destroying homes and taking many lives; a summer heat wave that curbed crop surplusses and claimed hundreds of victims; many toxic dumps found unsafe for the public, and the worst flu epidemic in ten years throughout the country. Even in the wake of these items of bad news, many advances were made throughout the course of the year. N.A.S.A. completed the first reusable spacecraft, the space shuttle Enterprise. After a three year journey, an American satellite passed Saturn taking pictures that made scientists rewrite past theories on the planet. Finally, an insulin pump implanted in the skin proved to be a discovery that promised diabetics temporary relief from daily shots. 8 Student Life LEFT: Discussing the draft, Mike lacoby. 12, and Charles Hamadi, '80 graduate, register ABOVE: Feeling the high price of gasoline, lames White. 11, fills his economy car LEFT: loe Cavanaugh, 11. and Lisa Fiorella, 12, take ballots during the school's mock elections. Student Life 9 RIGHT Protesting the summer Olympics Boycott. Jim Mosby, Scott Kennedy. Todd Swartz, and Andy VanSlyke wear their teeshirts. BELOW: In the wake ol John Lennon's death, Joe Allen and Andy Miller. 12. look over some Beatles' albums ABOVE: Boning up on world affairs, |eff layroe, 9, looks over the paper RIGHT Kathy Willard. II. pins up the address for the Iranian hostages tor the people to send cards 10 Student Life Political changes rock world —v s the world entered the first year of A a new decade, many people watched and waited to see what would hap- pen next. Again, this year, all eyes were turned toward the Middleast as Iran held the American Embassy hostages for over a year and then turned to battle neighboring Iraq when a border dispute errupted into a full scale war. just north of this hotspot, Jordan massed its armies on the Syrian border to, as Jordan put it, protect Jordanian in- terests from Syrians trying to take advantage of the war. In Southern Europe, Turkey's military set up a new government to bolster their faltering econo- my. Russia invaded Afghanistan and installed a dictator even though tribespeople in the moun- tains continued to inflict heavy casualties on Rus- sian troops. The United States along with fifty other coun- tries boycotted the summer Olympics in Mos- cow to protest the Afghanistanian invasion. And finally, the world saw the passing of three men who left their mark on history. These men were Peter Sellers, the exiled Shah of Iran and ex-Beatle John Lennon. What did most people feel about the unre- lenting daily changes? I just hoped that things would slow down, maybe if they had we would have been better off, summed up James Can- dler, 12. Student Life 11 Bartle Hall hosted a ear show on November 15 Royals stir fans emotions TV blizzard of paper swirled through the downtown canyons. Business people threw masses of it from top floor windows and city workers in cherry pickers dumped it over the streets. Hundreds of thousands of cheering people stood in the drifts of confetti. All the commotion came as a result of the Royals winning the American League Pen- nant. The Royals rode victoriously through the streets in a precedent-setting parade. The parade came after the Royals lost the World Series, but that didn't seem to bother the fans. Everyone's hero was the American League's most valuable player, George Brett, who flirted with a .400 batting average. Other events in the area stood out. Many school closings, including those in the Center dis- trict, marked an era of declining enrollment. Star- light Theater, battered by low attendance be- cause of the heatwave, held rock concerts to keep its doors open. The Philharmonic went on strike for higher wages. Bannister Mall opened up, giving students jobs as well as a new place to shop. President Carter held a town meeting in Independence to stir voters. 12 Student Life LEFT: During a concert held at Starlight Theater. Ann and Nancy Wilson of ' Heart perform BELOW At the new Bannister Mall. Elizabeth Shelton, 10, shops in Connie's. ABOVE Designated hitter Hal McRae rides through the Royals Pararie on October 22. LEFT Nancy Clark, 11, and Sara Westgate, 12. work at the Boone Auction, held because of school closings. Student Life 13 RIGHT Preparing the table for future customers. Kulvinder Randhawa, 11. works at Putsch's Cafete- ria in Ward Parkway BELOW At McDonald's on 103rd street, Mike Wolf. 11. finishes up for the day. ABOVE Ellen Greenbaum. 12. meets with the man- ager of Stix Baer Fuller Portrait Gallery to discuss her application RIGHT loMarie McMurray. 9. takes an order at Whimpey's on Troost 14 Student Life Students find jobs necessary ust one little word — money , or l | rather the lack of it, prompted Pj many students to hit the job mar- ket. The students' financial burdens stemmed from such needs as car, clothing, weekend, and dating expenses to future col- lege tuitions. Explaining why he worked, Jeff Mann, 12, replied, ”1 simply must have spend- ing money and I need to save as much as I possibly can for college. Attending school and working anywhere from 10 to 30 hours, students often found that their homework and relaxation time suf- fered considerably. Doug Darbyshire, 12, stat- ed, The late hours use up most of my study time and leave me always feeling tired. Along with the disadvantages of working, students acknowledged several advantages. My job has given me a lot of good exper- ience that will help me later in life, com- mented Amy Samberg, 11. Dottie Allen, 12, added, Working has made me more inde- pendent and I like not having to ask my par- ents for money. Student Life 15 RIGHT With the present gas shortage, the Moped gained popularity BELOW: Cars owned by Mr Tom Irvin and Mr Mark Rabuse reveal different tastes Model Mike Tritt. 11, tops off his suit in the new western style Old trends gain in popularity L J| his year's fashion trends ranged from IT the corn-rowed hairstyle inspired by 10 to topsider shoes Many of last year's fashions hit even harder among teens in the 1980-81 school year. Izod shirts remained the most worn among girls and guys alike. The tiny alligator trade-mark ranged in price for shirts anywhere from $22.00-$28.00. Back again also were designer jeans with names like Calvin Klein, lordache, Gloria Vanderbilt and Sassoon scoring in the top ten with students interviewed. One of the newer trends this fall was the preppie look ' The girls decked out in tweed and plaid skirts with sweaters. I really like the collegiate style, it's comfortable and versatile, commented Rebecca Kauffman, 12. 16 Student Life ABOVE Freshmen Tiffany Rawlings and Mendy Wilson compare notes with Jennifer Roudebush, 9, who displays the latest ' 10 hairstyle LEFT Claudia White. 9. and Ami Bruce. 10. show off their collegiate fashions Student Life 17 RIGHT Roger Heard. 12, and Diane Christy. 10, provide home field encouragement ABOVE: Seniors Duane Ball. Terry Ward, anti Da- vid Ball exhibit weekend hunting attire 18 Student Life Students share similar interests f Ithough many might think the newly acquired freshmen class would enjoy different types of weekend activities than those of the upper classmen, the weekend interests from both ends appear virtu- ally identical. Movies and dating ranked most popular by far in a random survey of students. Partying and just being with friends also made strong showings. Less prominent but definitely big with many stu- dents were attending sporting events, such as football and basketball games, playing sports, and playing electronic games or pinball machines. Weekends are for an escape from the week's pressures ' stated jeff Mann, 12. I do it all on weekends ' commented Brian Eubanks, 12. Weekends are a time to relax ' he continued, A lot of people just go places like McDonalds to hang out, and they just stand around. ABOVE: Seniors Sara Westgate and lack Steiner go to eat at Paul Schaal's. ABOVE: Phil Riverol, 12, and Julie Read, 10, attend a movie at Red Bridge Theaters. LEFT: Brian Sinclair and Joe Dee Beach, Seniors, dis- play table manners at Me Donald's. Student Life 19 RIGHT BELOW Brett Miller. 12. prepares to go hunting BELOW: Parachuting oft a dock, Diana Garcia. 12, soars through the air Hobbies require skill, time YVh hen students had nothing that had to be done, boredom often snuck up on them. They didn't give in to it though; they dealt with it by becom- ing interested in at least one hobby. The hobbies students came up with ranged from belly-danc- ing to rebuilding engines to raising snakes. Some students' hobbies have even taken them to contests such as lack Lambert, 11. His interest in moto-cross racing has taken him to different parts of Missouri, Oklahoma, and to the Mid- west Region finals in Texas. Other students' hobbies have helped to make their rooms or homes more attractive such as Donna Luehrman, 11, who collected house plants. I got a plant for a gift and I decided to green up our house ' explained Donna. Many students simply collected things for their own pleasure. They collected such things as coins, stamps, miniatures, beer cans, and match books. Although collecting miniatures isn't as time-consuming as other hobbies, you have to be careful when selecting them to make a unique printer's box, stated Beth Carbah, 12. 20 Student Life ABOVE Marla Akers, 12, displays her collection of ceramic and stuffed mice LEFT In Ponca City, Oklahoma, lack Lambert. 11, participates in a moto-cross race Student Life 21 BELOW Young Life leader. Curt Johnson, and Danny Garcia. 11, observe as another skier pro- gresses across the snow. LEFT As a member of Exclamations, Brian Sinclair, 12, visits rock formations in New Mexico BELOW: Rainbow members Debbie Viani, Mona Stewart, Lina Stewart relax with friends Organizations improve attitudes v tudents played bingo with the elderly at a nursing home, attended dances and parties, went on hayrides, and voiced their feelings at meetings at least twice a month. Belonging to organizations away from school allowed students to partici- pate in such activities. Some clubs, such as Rainbow Girls, provided members with the opportunity to serve their community. Rainbow also taught the girls to re- spect both the flag and the Bible and to grow up to be better adults. Belonging to Rainbow has helped me to become a better person by teaching me things I can apply to life, explained five-year member, Lina Stewart, 12. Other organizations, such as Young Life, FCA and Chi-Alpha focused on the importance of reli- gion in students' lives. Lori Slyter, 12, girls' presi- dent of FCA, commented, You get something out of every meeting that you can relate to school and to your own problems. Whatever the organization, students felt they changed for the better by belonging to them, jeff Davis, 10, commented, Participating in Young Life has changed my life altogether and has made me spiritually stronger. Student Life 23 RIGHT The lake of the Ozarks is where Randi Rittman and her grandfather catch white bass Students visit history they have studied for many years hen students took vacations, some VA took short-distance trips, such as Rhonda Maas, 10, who travelled to St. Louis. Others took longer-distance ones, such as the Spanish club of 1979-1980, that travelled to Mexico. And still others took extremely long-distance ones, such as to Europe. It was probably one of the best experiences of my life, jeff Mann, 12, stated, as he de- scribed his trip to Israel, sponsored by the jewish Education Council, that he took along with thirty- nine other high school students. Viewing the arti- facts, walking through jerusalem, and touring the excavations outside of the old city — a part of Jerusalem — were only a few of the many activi- ties these students participated in. A five-day trip to the Negev Desert was taken by the youths. There, they slept on the beaches of the Red Sea, watching the sun set, listening to the waves wash up to shore and then waking to the rising of the sun. In the Judean Desert, they took a nine-mile hike. Jeff reported, In the desert, there's a monastery built into the side of a mountain, and there's a monk who lives in a hole in the side of a mountain. He has a pulley with a basket attached, so that food and water can be brought to him. When the pulley no longer lowers, then it will be known the monk is dead. Another activity was visiting the Western Wall, the last standing wall of the second temple ever built in Israel. Jannie Sherry, 12, commented, Going to He- brew school all my life and then seeing what I've learned about is really mind-boggling. 24 Student Life ABOVE: Members of the 1979-80 Spanish Club. Rosemary Dunleavy and Matt Laughland, both 1980 graduates, Stacy Talpers, 12, Diane Weinzirl, 11. and Lorie Leahy, 12, visit C.ozemul. Mexico, in the summer of 1980 ABOVE Planting a tree in Biryat Forest in Northern Israel. Alicia Gordon. 12. displays her masterpiece LEFT Visiting the ruins of Israel during the summer of 1980 are Sherri Winer. 12. Jeff Mann, 12. Caren Eisenstein. 12, and lanme Sherry, 12. LEFT: On their way to Jackson Hole, Wyoming. Brett Miller, 12. and Prancy stop at Medicine Bow Peak within the Snowy Range Mountains in Or- egon Student Life 25 ABOVE At night, the Plaza is lit up during the Christmas season Holidays carry own symbols BELOW Lighting the Chanukah candles, Stacy Talpers. 12, recites a prayer own on the Plaza, the sparkling Christmas lights and the beat of horse hooves on the pavement from the horse drawn carriages heralded the Christmas season with their holiday symbols. With certain holidays a special spirit filled the air. Halloween brought pumpkins, ghosts and goblins, and tiny creatures that walked in the night that otherwise were never seen. Haunted houses suddenly sprang up all over the city. I like going to haunted houses ' Evan Zobel, 11, said. It is a way that lets me know Halloween is here. Christmas also had a special spirit. Lights deco- rated houses, red ribbons and wreaths were hung on doors, and stores suddenly were crowded with people bustling about to buy presents. This holiday stood out in more peo- ple's minds because of the fun and promotions that started at Thanksgiving. I like the holidays, but sometimes the advertisements are played too much, Allison Ramey, 11, replied. As each holiday arrived with its symbols and spirit the students joined in too. I like all the holidays, Olivia Myers, 12, stated. It gives me something nice to look forward to. 26 Student Life %■ ? '%-4t t LEFT Dale Scaletty. 11, takes delight in scaring Senior Sarah Talbert on Halloween ABOVE Gathering at Whisker Rivey's friends eat and open presents LEFT During the Christmas holidays, Cindy Connet. 11. hangs an ornament. Student Life 27 mm ABOVE Waiting to go frog hunting are [Xtane Ball. 12. and Mark Eimer, 12 RIGHT After school Julia Butler. 12, and Amy Howk, 11, stay and chat BELOW Laughing at a story are Seniors Gigi Touslee and Lina Stewart VELOOME! ) TIIK ANNUAL SPEECH TOURNAMENT 28 Student Life LEFT: At night, friends meet to relax and catch up on news Students meet during activities r| ooking beyond the surface of an or- ganization met with different reactions from people. Working with a fellow classmate the student encountered different aspects of the club they hadn't thought of. By working with different people students said they also learned more about their feelings. It helped them to realize their goals and what they wanted out of life. Senior Lorie Leahy said, At first when I worked with people I thought I'd encounter problems because of personality dif- ferences between us, but once I got to know them we really got along.'' Working with people in different areas gave students an important opportunity to learn how to deal with and know people. I feel that the clubs are a fun and important part of the school function, Debbie Lawrence, 12, commented. At a slumber party, friends gather around singing Student Life 29 California illness ravages countryside, Symptoms incurable but rewarding As the alarm shatters the quiet room, the dark figure stirs to life, and makes a beeline for the shower. After a short time, the body pierces the dense cloud of steam decked out in an Izod tee-shirt, Calvin Klein jeans, and Topsider shoes (without socks). Sounds like a normal pre-morning warm-up for school, but this person may suffer from a chronic illness known as the California Lifestyle. What is this so called California Lifestyle? It is a movement that has spread from the West Coast, espe- cially California, and has taken the country by storm. This illness stems from the urge in all to look like a college preppie and act like Omar Sherif. If you want to know if you suffer from this ill- ness ask yourself the following ques- tions: (1) Do I look for an alligator when buying shirts and not the label that reads this shirt will shrink away to nothing after washing? (2) Do you shop for Trans-Ams, Firebirds, and Corvettes when the sticker says it gets 3 gallons a mile and you will have to sell yourself into slavery to make a downpayment? (3) Is your sleep startled for a craving of Perrier, a Granola bar, a moped race, and a soak in the jacuzzi? If your answers to these questions was yes, a strong indication exists that you've caught the illness. This is not all bad because along with all the tinsel, the California Lifestyle repre- sents an easy going way of life with no room for shyness. As Gregg Pe- ters, 11, whispered, Why worry, the worst thing that can happen is that I will be publically humiliated. So next time you are out with friends or by yourself, cruising, soak- ing in the hot tub, or trying to beat the track record at the Malibu raceway, consider the above ques- tions; if you fit the qualifications, you may suffer from the California Lifestyle. Debbie Aaron Janet Adkins Jim Agnos Lori Airola Marla Akers Scott Alexander Dottie Allen Joe Allen Tina Appleby Scott Arnold David Asjes Cheri Baker David Ball Duane Ball Diane Batliner Greg Baze Joe Dee Beach Judi Beauchamp Kym Beggs Andrea Belingloph Dennis Bell Mike Benanti Lea Berry Julie Bierwirth 30 Classes Valerie Bishop Erika Blacksher Shannon Blackwood Anne Blades joe Blando Marlene Blend Barton Bloom Terry Bohrn Jack Brandom Penny Bridges Kent Brisley Rose Marie Brocato Kathy Brown Mark Bundy Mary Bundy Julia Butler Andy Callegari James Candler Beth Carbah Paula Carter Marianne Cattanach David Chamberlain Kelly Chaney Mark Cheshier Kelli Clement Brent Clemons Jeff Cleveland Margie Coughlin Denise Cowan Jeff Cox SENIORS RIGHT After the Royals beat Philidelphia, Mr Creasy and a Royal's usherette smile at the victory. FAR RIGHT Beatiful Royals stadium played host to games 4 and 5 of the World Series Linda Crouch Cindy Dammer Doug Darbyshire Annette Davis Lisa Davis Carol Dayson joe Deardorff Dean Denis Paula DiCiovanni james Dilts Cecelia DiRaimo Teresa DiRaimo Suzy Ducate Mark Eimer Caren Eisenstein julie Elsea Scott Ely Charles Engelken Brian Eubanks Karen Ferguson Lisa Fiorella Pam Fisher Paula Fisher joel Fleshman 32 Classes Leon Foster Susan Franke Pam Frazier Diana Garcia Chris Garlett Ben Gasser Laura Gateley David Giese joe Gingrich Karla Glannon Donald Gleason Alicia Gordon Holly Gorrel Mike Graham jamie Graves Terry Gray Ellen Greenbaum Kathy Grego Mindy Harless Cheryl Harris Kim Harrison Bruce Hart Chuck Hawke Claudia Hayslett o :p K.C. Royals beat New York but lose to Philidelphia in World Series In terms of team advancement and fans' reactions, the 1980 Royals' sea- son proved successful. Powering the team, George Brett's batting average exceeded .400 at times. This, and an effective pitching staff, propelled the team to the playoffs against New York. After two wins, the Royals needed one more win to play in the World Series. On a 98 m.p.h. fastball, George Brett hit the winning homerun. I'm proud that I live in Kansas City and can say the Royals are my base- ball team! exclaimed Sam Barnes, 10. Wild showings of yelling, screaming and feelings of superiority surfaced in Royals fans from Center. The winners of the National League, the Philidelphia Phillies, over- came the Royals in the first two games of the World Series. Starting game number 6, the Royals had 2 wins and needed a victory to stay in the running. In the top of the ninth, Willie Wilson struck out with the Phillies winning 4-1. Although the Royals lost the World Series, Kansas Citians held a parade proclaiming the Royals still 1. People went down and showed them we're still behind them ail the way, concluded jack Brandom, 12. Classes 33 Roger Heard Paul Heintz Sharon Heilman Becki Henley Donna Hettinger Phil Hines Hoi Hei Ho Tuong Van Thi Ho Elaina Holmberg Sherri Howard Chris Hudgins Patty Hughes Michael Hunter Tina Hurtado Mike jacoby Scott jamieson Paul Janssens Denise Johnson Diana Johnson Ron Johnson Susan Johnson Teresa Johnston Trice Jones Montell Justice New Wave sweeps nation with innovative sounds, wild dance, funky garb Teens garbed in mini skirts, go-go boots, skinny ties, and cat glasses mobbed the dance floor. The D.J. played Devo and the crowd went wild. They hopped and bopped to dances like The Jerk and The Pogostick. Sound familiar? A day in the 60's, right? Wrong. The out-dated clothes, new music, and obsolete dancing were all part of New Wave. Even though New Wave had been around for ten years, the majority of students had never heard of it. Of the 125 students surveyed, only 56% had heard of this trend. But even those students had diverse answers as to what New Wave actually was. One said, All types of funky looking clothes. Another stated, New styles in all aspects of life. And still another simply responded, Weirdness. All of these answers were partially correct. New Wave included new music, dance, and clothes which appeared weird to many people. The music, for instance, was described as danceable rock. It has a faster beat than rock so you can dance to it, stated Ra- chel Levy. Bands such as The Cars, Blondie, and Devo performed such music. Although the music was new, the dance took a leap back into the 60's. The dancing was nothing more than people jumping up and down and bopping back and forth. It looked like The Jerk and The Swim in fast speed. The clothes took still a further step back into nostalgia. The garb of the 50's and 60s set the styles. Shoulder padded blazers, mini skirts, and narrow ties were thrown together in strange combinations mak- ing some wild outfits. These outfits were worn at the numerous New Wave parties and concerts. The increase of these concerts and parties pointed to the New Wave mania. Stores, where New Wave but- tons and albums could be purchased, popped up all over the nation. The memberships of New Wave clubs, like The Mudd Club, flourished and discos switched over to New Wave music. Even Kansas City's Pogos add- ed a New Wave night on Wednes- days. So even though many Centerites knew nothing of New Wave, it took its toll in the U S. and in other countries around the world. 34 Classes Kim Karriker Elaine Kaswan Leslie Katz Rebecca Kauffman Butch Kaye Kerry Kelley Alan Kessler Melissa Kessler Scott Kessler jim Kice Steve Kipp Ion Koncak Brant Korth Mark Ladd Diane Landes Marcy La Quey Debbie Lawrence jeff Lawrence Cindy Lawson Lorie Leahy Tony Leon Rachel Levy Bob Lewinsohn Bob Lewis Shelly Loehr Craig Long Justin Lynch Clay Lyon New Wave albums and magazines can be bought at record stores such as Rock Therapy and Capers Comers Classes 35 SENIORS College, work, marriage, raising children lie ahead for numerous students I'll think about it tomorrow ' stat- ed Debbie Lawrence, 12. Several oth- er students reacted similarly when asked what they intended to do after high school. To such students, making any kind of lifelong decision seemed nearly impossible. Contrary to these students, others knew exactly what paths they would take. About 75 percent of students surveyed definitely planned to attend a college or trade school. Many students planned to work in such areas as business or medicine when they completed their educa- tions. Some students had unique ca- reer plans such as a senior girl who planned to be a concert pianist or a junior boy who wanted to join the vice squad. Those students deciding not to continue their education after high school planned to get jobs immedi- ately after graduation. Their job choices included those involving sports and music. Most students wanted their own families and planned to marry about the age of 25. Almost 75 percent of them wanted children. Several students set personal goals. The most common ones included suc- cess and happiness. Although not all students had de- cided on all they wanted from life, others had definite plans such as jean- ie Ducate, 11, who stated I want to teach myself many languages and fi- nally become a Systems Analyst. Katherine Maas Shannon Maher Mike Mahoney Tom Malsby jeff Mann Scott Marr Mike Martin jeff Mattucks Carrie McCord jack McCord Dan McDermott Tom McElmurry john McMurray Debbie Messina julia Meyer Tim Meyers Steve Miles Andy Miller Brett Miller Gary Miller Lynn Miller Linda Monroe Jo Lynne Morton Jim Mosby Karla Mote Kathleen Murray Olivia Myers 36 Classes Rob O'Neil Lynette Pace Craig Patterson Elaine Payne Daryl Penner jerry Petrus Cindy Pittman Kelly Porter Bryon Price Scott Pummill jerry Rapp Debi Ray ABOVE Quietly displaying enthusiasm. Marcy LaQuey. 12. eagerly waits for new customers at Baker's Shoe Store David Reed joya Reed Kim Reifel Linda Rice Scott Riggs Trent Riggs Randi Rittman Philip Riverol Tom Roberts Gregg Robertson Carol Roleke jill Ross LEFT: Seniors Leslie Katz, Jamie Craves, and Mark Whitley participate in college day Classes 37 SENIORS Michael McDonald adds his touch at the Superbowl of Rock for the Dootae Brothers Cindi Sambor Stacy Satz Frank Sbisa Craig Schmedding Mark Schmedding Melanie Schmedding Teresa Schnell David Schulman Becky Schwaneke Dan Searls Gavin Seeley Phil Shafer Tom Shaffer Rose Sharbel Jeff Shephard Jannie Sherry Brian Sinclair Mike Singer Despite prices and hassle, Rock 'n Roll still dominates for Yellowjackets The lights went out, the crowd went wild, the flickering of thousands of lighters glowed within the arena. Suddenly the rows of seats on the floor moved about 10 feet closer to- ward the stage The sweet smell of pot hung in the air, and the density of smoke clouded the spot lights. The amplifiers were turned to their maxi- mum level creating tremendous noise. Now the concert the crowd had been waiting weeks to see began. Fleetwood Mac, Heart, and Bob Seger, proved to be popular concerts with students. Some attended as many as possible, but some made them habit forming. Some didn't go to concerts because they didn't want to pay the nine to twelve dollars for the ticket. But afterwards, most usual- ly felt they got their money's worth when the concert ended. Going with friends instead of a date was a com- mon way of keeping the cost down. Starlight Theater let two concerts perform on its stage this fall. One concert featured Heart, and the other The Little River Band with The Dirt Band. Both concerts played to sell-out crowds. I really liked Starlight, and I would enjoy more concerts there next summer ' said Ron Suchanek, 12. When asked if their parents hassled them about going to concerts, about half the students said they were not hassled because their parents didn't care or because they trusted them. Others got hassle because of the drugs and sometimes rowdy crowds. Rick Rea, 11, said, I don't get has- sled because my parents go to con- certs. In general those surveyed felt con- certs were worth the high price of the ticket and they could handle the hassle at home because they enjoyed the excitement of seeing their favorite group or artist live in the big concert. 38 Classes Keith Sisk Renee Skinner Lori Slyter Mike Small Lonnie Smith Anthony Spalitto Aaron Spears jack Steiner Lisa Stern Lina Stewart Julie Stone Jenny Stoor Nancy Sunderland Vicki Svejda Mark Swendrowski Sarah Talbert Sherry Talman Stacy Talpers Pasty Tavernaro Scott Taylor Jeff Theiss Rick Thomas Gigi Touslee David Tritt Joe Tritt James Trued Jackie Underwood Michelle Underwood Audrey Vandervelden Mike Venneman During the Kansas City's only major outdoor con- cert of the summer. June 27, Kenny Logins per- forms one of his popular hits in the extreme heat wave that hit Kansas Gty. Classes 39 SENIORS Debbie Viani Terry Ward Arnold Webb Greg Welsh Lisa Welsh Sara Westgate Dan White Melanie White Mark Whitley Thomas Whitney Dawn Williams Roy Wilson Sherri Winer Don Wolf John Wood joe Wright Kristin Zinn Mark Zobel Young talents begin treacherous climb toward stardom, inducing amazement Knowing you have been accepted by an audience, through their tears, laughter, or applause, has got to be one of the greatest feelings a person can ever encounter, stated Kip Wie- ner, 11. During the past two years. Kip performed frequently. As a junior, he starred in Who Says I Can't Drink, a community play dealing with teen- age alcoholism. Another promising talent, Jerry Rapp, 12, performed both in and out of school for about six years. His public performances in the Barn Play- ers Show, Hot I Baltimore, and week- ly appearances as a stand-up comic highlighted his senior year. In addition to his acting ability, Jerry also possessed an extensive knowl- edge of show business. Last June he co-founded the KC Community Act- ing Company.The company's first production, God's Favorite, by Neil Si- mon, proved highly successful. Both Jerry and Kip expressed hopes of future careers in some area of communications; professional acting rated highest among their dreams. Jer- ry commented, I've often thought about becoming a professional actor or comedian, but I feel that a career in broadcasting would be more se- cure and stable. 40 Classes Scott Boden Neal Cahill Aaron Carver Laura Coggins m o Sania Fazelat Shelly Hayes jeff Hays Bob Hetrick Mark Lewis Glen McMorris Greg Monroe Kim Rendina Mike Ricci Rebecca Rice Ellis Ruffin Ken Sesler Ron Suchanek John Vansant Jerry Weinzirl Mike Willsey TOP Revealing his witty sense of humor, lerry Rapp, 12, performs as a stand-up comic at Stan- ford and Sons. ABOVE At Shawnee Mission East High School, Kip Wiener, 11, stars as Tim in the community play Who Say's I Can't Drink. SFNK )RS NOT PICTURED Cynthia Baker Alan Beauchamp Walter Bell lerry Bramble lackie Colvin Kathleen Greening David Heilman Randy lames Daphnia McFall Mary Murray Alla Narotsky Belinda Noisewater Lisa Russell Cynthia Sambor Curtis Sipu Mary Ward Classes 41 Upperclassmen make adjustments Although change of any kind is hard to accept, it occurs everyday. Even so, many old and new Center students still found difficulty adjusting to the Center High School's new four-year program. Positive and negative reactions both abounded from sophomores to seniors. The clubs will benefit from the larger enrollment, commented Cecelia DiRaimo, 12. Terri Flucke, 11, felt the change was not good. Person- ally, I don't like the four-year high school. It's too crowded, and the lunch line is so long, by the time I get my lunch, I have five minutes to eat, and with the larger classes, there isn't much individual attention. Robbie Cillenwater, 10, said, It's all right, but it's too crowded. My classes are harder this year, but I'm having fun. Although many Center students rejected the idea of change, the four-year high school issue will soon be a thing of the past. Making the most of this situation required much patience, and many students cooperated extremely well. Marilyn Hamilton, office secretary, said, The extra grade has not added more work for me. Todd Aaron Scott Abel Sigal Aderet Teresa Alkire Linda Allan Mitch Allison Tom Allred Lynn Anderson Warren Anderson left Arenson Gina Arnone Myron Ashley Raquel Avila limmy Baker Dana Bardwell Ron Barker Andrea Bart hoi Debby Barthol Meg Bartow Ken Beard loe Beauchamp Stacey Bell Tom Berberich Shari Bessenbacher Nancy Bigelow Mike Blatt Dale Blocker Paula Blocker Reda Bloomberg Henry Bonds Rita Booker loe Borgmeyer k n Brady Leah Breckenridge Kevin Brooks 42 Classes John Brown Mark Brown Stefanie Brown Susan Brown Angela Bumgarner Sarah Bunch Bill Bunyard leff Burrow Kelli Caldwell )ody Camno Vicky Cantrell Stephanie Carson Tammy Carter Dinah Casey Lisa Cassity Joe Cavanaugh John Chapman Dana Charles Charles Christy Nancy Clark lill Clemmons Jeff Cloud Diane Cole Jamie CoHins Cindy Connett lulie Conway Betty Cook leanine Coutts Marty Cowling Bruce Cramer lulie Crews Steve Cross Laura Crouch Barbara Curless |o Anna Darrow o Classes 43 Lisa Dasbach Claralene Davenport Darla Davis Rich Davis Lynne Dempsey LesJi Denton Lester Dial Therese Donahue Chris Doolittle Paul Dosanjh leanie Ducate Glenn DuPont |im Durbin Becky Earp Amy Eaton Dave Eaton Mark Eaton Mike Eaton Cheryl Eimer Carl Engelken Paul Ethridge David Evans Lori Eveloff Sarnia Fa zelat Drew Felling Mark Fenner Denise Ferro Mike Finley Chris Fiorella Steve Flack Terri Flucke ABOVE Volunteering her services, Kathy Willard, 11. works dilligently in Kit Bond's office RIGHT During the model election, Anthony Spallito. 12, and Marisa Ogg, 9, cast their votes. 44 Classes Students give free time to campaigns 'Twas the night of the election and all through the school not a creature was stirring - except in the cafeteria. On No- vember 4 a group of students gathered in the cafeteria from 8:00 p.m. to midnight to watch the election returns as they munched on pizza. The students' concern for the outcome of the election could be explained by the countless hours many of them spent working on the political campaigns. The students campaigned for such candidates as Thomas Eagleton, Jo- seph Teasdale, Jimmy Carter, and Kit Bond. Their volunteer services included addressing and passing out literature, phone calling, posting signs, and soliciting at shopping cen- ters. The inspirations behind their services varied among the students. Junior Kathy Willard stated, I simply must be in- volved in politics, it's like my first love. Concerning Bond's victory over Teasdale, Kathy commented, I'm really glad we won, but even if we would have lost, the effort would have still been worth-while because I learned so much and met a lot of neat people. Mike Franano John Franklin Michele Gallas Cathy |o Garcia Danny Garcia left Gardner lohn Garrett Brian Gill Art Goetz Steve Goodman Cathy GosseHn Gail Grauberger Alan Graves Mark Gray Ron Gray Debbie Greening Lee Greenstreet Andy Gruver Laura Hale Tony Hallaba |oe Halloran Steve Hamadi Brian Harms Mark Harris Scott Harrison o 7? Kris Hase Mark Hatfield Steve Hellon Glory Hernandez Steve Hertzfield Russ Hess Classes 45 Karen Hollrah Larry Holsworth lulie Hosek Paul Houser Lynn Houston Amy Howk Tina Hudson Mindy Huling Glenn Hunt Allison Hunter Heys Hwang Joe lac k son Michele lacobson Dennis Jeffries Amy lones Mike lones Preston lones Sandra Jones Melissa ludge Les lurgeson Herman Kanter Matt Kauffman Kathy Kennedy Scott Kennedy Jon Kieffer Rick King Bob Kinton Sherri Kisluk Kim Kleb Ray Klein Mike Kobusch Todd Koelling Brian Kraft Craig Kubayko Jack Lambert Dating couples leave tradition behind Students named Worlds of Fun, miniature golf, parties, concerts, sports events, skating, the theater, and school dances as places they normally went on a date, but the most popular date seemed to be dinner and a movie. The cost of these activities rose higher than ever, so many couples went out on a dutch treat, where the girl paid half. Students had mixed emotions about the girl help- ing with the expenses. One Senior girl said, It depends on the situation; if a girl wants to take her boyfriend out to dinner, that's great. The girl should pay only when she asks you out, commented a junior boy. One Sophomore boy answered, Most girls are for ERA, so I think if they want equal rights they should pay equally on dates. Although students named a variety of places to go on a date, the majority said that they dated mainly for the fun of it. Other reasons were to meet people and for the com- pany. Even with the change in tradition, dating remained a fun activity that the majority of students at Center participated in. 46 Classes LEFT: At a football game, Philip Riverol, 12, and |u- lie Read, 10, see only each other ABOVE: Couples sway to a slow number at the Homecoming Dance, a big date for many couples Aaron Spears, 12, and Carla Compton, 10, say goodbye next to the buses before leaving Chris Lasiter Liz Lawrence Teresa Lehr Todd Leibert Rick Lerner Daniel Liao Karen Lininger Debbie Locklear Frank Lombard Ken Lovelace Donna Luehrman Leslie Lyles o Robin Lyles Janice Mackay Lana Malsby Brad McBee Matt McCain Mikalyn McCann Stephanie McEntire lohn McGuire Susan Meiners Michelle Melson Sandi Meyer Chris Michelson Carren Miller Michelle Miller Jackie Mitchell Kevin Montgomery Lori Montgomery Syd Montgomery Bret Moon Kim Mooney Classes 47 Injuries hamper athletic scholarship offers While some seniors made preparations to attend college next year, some hung on a thread of uncertainty. David Chamberlain, 12, and Mike Martin, 12, sustained injuries prior to their first football game. Both held starting Varsity positions and were top college prospects. David sustained a broken collarbone and Mike injured his leg. After surgery was the worst. I couldn't even put my pants on myself or tie my shoes, explained David. Other than personal side effects, Da- vid's and Mike's injuries took away many oportunities for col- lege scouts to see them perform. My injury has reduced my chances for scholarships to almost nothing, commented Da- vid. My injury won't affect my playing next year, but it has affected my scholarship offers, said Mike. Kathy Moore Trish Morgan Robin Nafus Anya Nebgen Phyllis Noisewater Me Ogg Kathi O'Keefe Beth O'Larte left Olson Holly Owens Richard Palmay Matt Palmer Christy Parson Diana Pascuzzi Daxa Patel Kathy Perahoritis Marilyn Perry Doreena Peters Gregg Peters Lorraine Petersen Lisa Phelps Ion Phillips Rick Phillips Troy Phinney Rick Pollack Mike Martin, 12, and Dave Chamberlain, 12, leave the stadium reminiscent of games past 48 Classes Dave Chamberlain, 12, Mike Martin, 12, and Roger Heard. 12, leave after football camp Tracie Ponkk John Porter Sherrie Porter Allison Ramey Andre Randal Kulvinder Randhawa Jeremiah Randolph Rick Rea Jim Rebman Mary Reckart Laura Redlm Rofjert Reed Kathy Renne Leo ReVoal Lisa Riddell Chuck Roberts Kim Roberts Kirk Roberts Jeff Robinson Jennifer Rogers Eddie Rogozenski Laura Ross James Russell Debbie Ryan Andy Rynard Robert Sacks Amy Samberg Glen Sands Dale Scaletty Jean Scanlon Jimmy Scheier Eli Schultz Stacey Shalton Connie Shaw Jim Shea Amy Shepherd o Classes 49 Suzy Siegler Kim Siemsen lacquie Singer Christy Sipu Lone Sisk Terri Sloan Andy Slusher Teresa Smith Terri Smith David Smothers Denise Stern Sandy Stem Dee Ann Suchanek David Svejda Todd Swartz Julie Tavernaro Steve Taylor Kelly Tedlock lana Teetey Angela Tigner Karen Timmons 50 Classes Jim Tomblin Wendy Toth Scott Totty Susan Trestik Mike Tritt Lan My Tu Mindy Turner Matt Tusken Elaine Urkh Paul Van Becelaere Paul Van Dan Elzen Lisa Vanderford Andy Van Slyke Karen Wages Jeff Wall loanie Walterman Kim Wardlow Nancy Waxman Joe Weber Kip Weiner Diane Weinzirl Robert Weisberger Doug West rope Kelli Wetherill Lisa Wheeler Bernard White James White Kent White Billy Whiteaker Leianne Whittle Rod Wilcoxen Kathy Willard Doug Williams Jimmy Williams Dancing to the tune of Rock Around the Clock” on the prize-winning COE float, Mary Bundy, 12, and Bob Lewinsohn, 12, display homecoming en- thusiasm. JUNIORS NOT Todd Aaron Assef Asseti Claud Blackman Amy Bregel Sharon Brown Mark Frazier PICTURED Nancy Howard Cheryl Ingalls Quentin Morse Tracy Perkin lohn Smitley Keith Williams Lon Williams Sherm Williams CoHeen Wilson Flora Wimtz Mark Winner Carrie Winterowd Mike Wolf Donna Wyatt Katie Yager Shannon Yeisley Lori Yoksh Beth Young Keith Young Burgess Zbryk Evan Zobel Homecoming intensifies school spirit Horns blared, colors sparkled, and riders waved with en- thusiasm as the floats made their way around the track. Most people in the audience failed to realize the vast amount of work involved in building a float. The amount of actual time spent on the floats varied from five to fifty hours per person. Several students inter- viewed agreed that the most time-consuming and some- times difficult tasks included dreaming up a unique idea, drawing up reliable plans, building the frame, and covering everything with paper flowers. A few small problems resulted during the assemblance of floats such as unsturdy frames falling, minor cuts or bruises from misusage of tools, falling behind in homework assign- ments , or mis-sized objects having to be redesigned. Even though building floats took up much of the stu- dents' time, most felt it served as a worthwhile project. Working on floats has made me more spirited ' stated Lisa Dasbach, 11, and has brought our club members clos- er together.'' CCSA members transform into Mouseketeers Classes 51 JUNIORS Kim Accurso Tim Albright Mia Allred Julie Alport Kris Amick Angela Anderson Mona Appleby Curt Arnold Randy Ashford Amy Averill Beth Bailey Laura Bailey Pam Baker Elbie Ball David Barnes Sam Barnes Melinda Baughman Dina Baumgardner Allison Bell Denise Bell Pat Benanti Cindi Berger Kendall Berry Linda Bisby Pam Blackmon Ilya Blond Randy Bloom Buddy Bohrn Bob Bollinger David Boyles Carol Brown Shirley Brown Ami Bruce Barry Burgdort Scott Burroughs Music-minded students reveal variety of talents Although not always recognized, musically talented individuals flour- ished at Center, in both the instru- mental and vocal categories. Several popular rock bands highlighted the school. One, 'Side Ef- fects', performed at the Ice Breaker dance, which set new records for at- tendance. Members from Center in- cluded Glen Sands, 11, Julia Butler, 12, and Rick Thomas, 12. The group per- formed mainly Top 40 rock. Another local group, 'Paradice', played mainly hard rock. I don't really care what kind of stuff we do. I'm just there to play, commented bass player Andy Rynard, 11. Other members from Center in- cluded Mike Franano, 11, Kirk Rob- erts, 11, and jay Thomas, 10. Vocalists were also well represent- ed at Center. Kym Beggs, 12, has performed since the age of two years. Singing to me is like stamp collect- ing to someone else ' stated Kym, It's something I enjoy doing on the side.'' Kym traveled across Missouri and Kansas singing with her sisters, performed on Channel 50's Youth For Christ program, and sang with her church. Julia Butler, 12, found music to be the motivating force in her life. Julia performed in Hello Dolly at Loose Park last summer. She also sang with her church regularly. Music gets me through the day, she said, I don't think I could go into any other field, I'd be bored to tears. 52 Classes Scott Bussey Rich Caffrey Kirk Campbell Andi Capps Bill Carr Mary Carson Kim Carver Steve Catalano Donna Cauthon Tony Cauthon Dianne Christy Kevin Chronister Karen Claar Tammie Clemmons Lisa Clough Margi Coggins Louis Cohn Randy Collins Rhonda Collins Carla Compton Anna Connelly Tom Cook Andrew Corchine Gina Cosnotti Mary Cost Lorrie Cowan Tim Cox Tom Cox Tyler Cox Lisa Cramer Lori Crawford Steve Crites Robin Curtis Andi Czarlinsky Bryan Dahms Janet Daniel Jeffrey Davis Jennifer Davis Mike Davis Dewayne Day Greg Day Frank DeMaggio Chris Delaney Ken Dessert Allison DeWitt Mary Jo Diokhut Angela Diercks lana DiVilbiss Kevin Donahue Pam Douglass leff Drummond Mary Ann Drummond Paula Dumit Classes 53 SOPHOMORES Hidden problems at student hangouts surface The sun set Friday beginning that long-awaited weekend. The golden arches of McDonalds loomed into the sky and the brightly lit signs of pizza parlors caught wondering eyes. A closer look revealed crowds of stu- dents gathered near these areas. The most popular places after foot- ball games and other activities were McDonalds, Godfathers, Paul Schaal's, and Watts Mill Theaters. People went to these places primarily to see their friends. I go there because most of my friends do ' said one freshman girl One sophomore girl also com- mented, I go there mainly to talk to everyone. Not all of the surroundings were bright and cheerful. Hidden behind cashiers' smiles and waitresses' happy voices lay many problems. At McDonalds people walked into the restaurant in large groups causing workers to become flustered at impa- tient customers. When an order was wrong or the food below satisfaction, the cashiers received the brunt of the blow while trying to keep that smile. At times irritated patrons let the dark side of their character show and took out their annoyance on the worker. Trying to maintain that cheerful smile is hard at times ' Flora Winitz, 11, replied, Since I have been working at McDonalds for some time it grows easier. Watts Mill Theaters had their share of problems. Many students could not enter an R rated movie because their age fell below seventeen. One soph- omore boy complained, They never used to check identification before. Godfathers Pizza cracked down on their policies also. Because crowds grew larger and the noise level reached a rowdy peak, the manage- ment had to post a worker outside their doors prohibiting people to en- ter unless they were going to eat. Even though problems existed teen- agers still liked to go to their hangout. One sophomore girl said, I've been going to the Watts Mill area for some time now, and I'll still go there in the future. At McDonalds, students strike a pose while out for their evenings activities Fred DuPont Kyla Edwards Tina Erickson Regina Eubanks Tina Eveland Cyrena Farnen Cindy Fey Steve Finter Scott Foley Jenny Foxworthy Sam Foxworthy Patty Frakes Cari Franke Mike Franke Bryan Frischer Pat Fugitt Bob Gaiser Tom Gallo Tammy Gatewood Ken Gelhorn Danny German Carol Giamalvo Robbie Gillenwater Jamie Ginsberg Marsha Ginson Tamar Ginzburg Steve Gleason W.L. Goetz 54 Classes Bill Goodson Michelle Gordon Lacey Lynn Gott Siyamak Gouel Terri Gragg Ann Graham Karen Greathouse Mary Grooms Frank Hale Jim Hamrick Missy Hanover Jody Harless Alan Hase Bob Hathaway Steve Hedgpeth Sherry Henderson Steve Henderson Elizabeth Heng Mike Hercules Robert Hernandez Margie Hetrik Kelly Hines Tim Hockett Scott Hooper Mike Howard Mike Hurtado Jackie Huskisson Melanie Hutchison Drew Hutton Emily Indall Albert Janssens Wayne Janzen Chuck Johnson David Johnson Jim Jones Mike Jones Valerie Jones Lily Kanter Christina Kartsonis Dan Kauffman Elizabeth Kauffman Rhonda Kee Barbara Keys Anthony Killingsworth Lee Ann King David Kingore lohn Kinnard |im Kinsinger Classes 55 On Friday evening. Tom Walsh and Bill Carr cruise the streets at Watts Mill Tim Kneib Tom Kneib lulia Koncak Laura Krull lim Kuecker George Lagis |ohn Lambert |im Lammers Wally Langley Tammy Lasiter Christine Lau Lea Lavish Pam Lawson Karen Levine Kevin Levine Charles Lewer lim Lewis Paul Licausi Karen Lindholm Lori Lisman Maria Little Mike Lombardino Christine Lopez Mike Lothamer Kurt Loudon Lashon Lovelace David Lowenthal Debbie Luetjen Rhonda Maas Thomas Magee jim Mallory lane Mandabach Frank Manzella Traci Masters Greg Mathews Wendy Mattingly Tonya Mayes Kevin McCalmon Richard McCord lo McDermid Duana McFall David McKemie Margaret McKinney Vince McMurray Michael McTernan Greg Meade Amy Memers Mindy Meyer 56 Classes t Driving forces students to adopt responsibilities Sophomores waited endlessly for their sixteenth birthday in order to get their drivers' license. The excitement grew as the day approached. I am excited that I'm finally able to drive ' stated Tom Magee. I will go cruise around with my friends all night, remarked john Kinnard. These were the feelings shared by most Sopho- mores. Being able to drive gave stu- dents a sense of freedom; of being able to go anywhere, whenever they wanted without having to ask for a ride. The enthusiasm often overshadowed the challenge of new responsibilities. Ownership of a vehicle forced some students to search for a job. Tom Magee said, I would have to get a job to provide payment for insurance and the operational cost of the car.'' Numerous students found that the price of their dream car exceeded their budget. So many turned to used cars or shared the possession of a car with their parents to relieve part of the load. Mike Middleton Debbie Mildfelt Mark Miles Lisa Mingucci Linda Mitchell Bob Moeder |im Mori Kay Morrissey lackie Morton Terry Myers Lisa Nash Lone Nelms Margie Newell Conni Oliver Carol Payne (ill Peltzie Athan Perahoritis John Perry John Peterson Vicky Peterson Lynda Phillips Charles Pickett David Pierret Steve Pierret Mike Pippin Sandy Prewitt David Raffurty Andrea Ramsey Barbara Randall Brett Rankin Pete Raske Michelle Rausch Julie Read loe Reddy Natalie Reed Scott Register Brian Rex Sherri Ricci lohn Rice Paul Robinett lann Rubin Barbara Russell Classes 57 SOPHOMORES Robin Samberg Angie Sanders lili Sappington Mark Sartory Phillip Scagiia ■ft Michael Schultz |ill Schwartz Curt Sesler Elizabeth Shelton Mike Sherry Leon Shnayder Kim Shumway Cathy Siemsen Susan Simon Stephanie Simpson Pam Singer Celestine Smith David Smith David Smith John Snider Paul Snow Curt Staats Suzette Stephenson Mona Stewart Dana Straws Ricki Stum Mike Suchanek John Sumler Soaps entrance Sophomore television viewers Each Friday evening at 9:00, about 50 Center students sat huddled around their television sets, eyes glued to the screen. These people were anxiously awaiting the broadcast of Dallas, presently one of TV's most popular soap operas. Out of 110 Center students surveyed, half watched Dallas faithfully; yet with all the publicity this famous soap has re- ceived, half of those surveyed never viewed it, even to see what all the fuss was about. Approximately half of those who watched it viewed it as often as they could. Many of these viewers claimed they knew the whole story, up to the answer to the big question: Who shot J.R.? Half of those surveyed believed Sue Ellen, J.R.'s wife shot him. Many people who did not watch Dallas, though j.R. was a common name, confessed they didn't know who shot him. Center students watched many oth- er soap operas during their summer vacations. These soaps included Ryan's Hope, General Hospital, As the World Turns, The Young and the Restless, and Soap. Many students complained they had nothing better to do than to sit at home and watch the soaps. But some Center students voiced a reason for watching them. I want to know who shot J.R., said Mike Suchanek, 10. The beginning of school marked the end of the viewing of these be- loved soap operas. Many students still tried to watch their favorite soap when they returned home from school, provided it was still broadcast in the late afternoon. But many will have to give up soap operas until next summer, when they will devote much of their summer to watching them. A novelty store displays publicity promoting items for Dallas 58 Classes SOPHOMORES NOT PICTURED Allyson Hogan Ricky Keller Don Kincaid Sara Levy Dale Me Morris Hung Vuong Nguyen Kealh Ward left Williams ’) R ” jeans make a splash with Lisa Unell. 10. Wendy Svejda Lisa Swendrowski Julie Talman Maria Tarantino Donna Tavemaro Tom Tavernaro lanie Thomas lay Thomas Steve Thomas Walt Thompson Gna Touslee KeHy Trefz Dan Trestik Steve Tyrrell Lisa Unell Kurt Unruh Bonnie Vanderslice Sheila Vardakis Theresa Vardakis Terry Wachly Derek Walker Greg Weber Melissa Weber Tom Welsh Ion Wenski Jeff West Tammy Wewers Mike Whisler Kelly Whitaker leff White Lynn White Todd Wilcher Cheryl Williams John Williams Terry Williams Rick Willsey Laurie Wilson Leslie Wood Lisa Yoksh Diane Young Todd Young Barb Ziegler Classes 59 SOPHOMORES 1 Students' dreams take them to far off places around the globe A Japanese tea garden, a sandy beach with a warm climate, and the Eiffel Tower came into the minds of students when they thought of their dream places. They reached for the stars to that always desired dream, thinking that any possibility could eventually be a reali- ty If she possessed an airplane ticket to travel anywhere, Annette Davis, 12, commented, I would like to go to France. I'm familiar with the language and interested in the culture and atmosphere. While Paris, France, noted pop- ularity, Switzerland, England, and Europe in general followed closely. Many said they hoped to travel later in their life if possible. Cathy Siemson, 10, said. I'd like to travel to Japan and meet my mother's family. Students expressed their ideas of what movie star they wanted to meet. Most of the males said they would like to meet Bo Derek and Cheyrl Ladd while the females picked Burt Reynolds and Clint Eastwood. One girl said, I love Barry Manilow. I've always want- ed to see him in concert and in person ' I'd like to be a hot air balloonist, Karen Lindholm, 10, stated. Of the people surveyed almost everyone had some career goal. The professions varied from housewife in a small town, and a cosmotologist or model in New York, to a movie or rock star Steve Aaron Leslie Adkins Melissa Albright Steve Anderson Nancy Anthuis Carl Ash Bruce Averill Jennifer Bahr Jerry Bain Darrell Baker Dean Baker Sammy Baker Geri Balow Janna Bart hoi Ellen Bartimus Kristin Basham Becky Bauer James Baumgardner Eric Baumgartner Brian Bell Michelle Bentley Andy Bierwirth Amy Bink Bob Bloom Robert Bohrn Jon Bowles Andy Bron Jennifer Brown 60 Classes Scott Brown Steve Brown Greg Bueker Michael Burec Sherry Burke Paul Butler Chris Canino Karen Carbah Keith Carbah Lonnie Carter Ricky Cauthon Sherry Chastain Donna Clark lennifer Clemmons Barry Clemons Maria Cleveland lames Coleman lulie Combs Carrie Conard |o|o Constantino Kelly Conway Chris Cooley Tonie Craig Dan Crouch Shana Cunneen Cindy Curless David Danley Greg Davisson Harley Dennis Patty Denton Mike Dierks Carla DiRaimo Diane Donaldson Paul Ducate Stephen Duker David Eike Chen Elder Eric EHegard John Ellsworth Scott Everson Classes 61 FRESHMEN Phil Fmter Jim Fitzsimmons Mary Flack Shan Fleeks Steve Flekier Mike Flynn lenniffer Foster Bob Franano Leah Frazier loelle Freeman Mike Fugitt Toni Fuqua Bob Gilbertson lanice Givens Bram Glass Ken Gosnell Ronda Grant Andy Gruver Kris Hale Kathy Hall Susan Halloran Neal Hardin Kevin Harlow Anthony Hatmaker Barbra Heft Della Heidbrink Kim Henshaw left Hertzfield loyce Holker Steve Holmes lohn Holsen |enniter Houston Heidi Howard Paul Howe Leroy Hutchison Sheila Inman Holly Irwin Ray lackson Raymond lackson Brian lacobs Rk hard Jacobson Farnaz lafari Shelves lined with cowboy hats, the peak of west- ern fashion, are found at Shepler's. 62 Classes New dimensions in western style hits big with teenagers The old ideal picture of the western movie that ended with the same line, They rode off into the sunset, hasn't died off, but has been reborn with new twists to the old ste- reotypes. This fall as Center students filled the stands at football games, heads were covered with cowboy hats and feet were camouflaged by western style boots. If you looked harder you would find the parking lot speckled with pickup trucks and radios blaring country-west- ern music. What was the reason for the sud- den burst of the new-old western wave? The answer seems to be attributed to several dif- ferent people and places. Texas was the main road for the western wave, particularly Houston where Gilley's night club brought country night life to the screen in Urban Cowboy. Music country-western style has also made a tremendous comeback in the last few years. Charlie Daniels and the Charlie Daniels Band; johnny Lee; and the owner of Gilley's himself, Mickey Gilley, contributed to the Urban Cowboy soundtrack. Several other names were mentioned by students when they were asked what country music star they liked best. Most frequently mentioned were Kenny Rogers, Larry Gatlin and the Gatlin Brothers Band, Barabra Mandrell, and Waylon jennings. Charles Christy, 11, commented, I really enjoy Willie Nelson's style of music; he sings some really rowdy songs. The old western ways have survived for many decades and are still going strong, but whether or not this new version of the old west will survive even a fraction that long, is a question to be answered by time. Jeff layroe Melinda Jenkins Ken lohmcan Jeff lohnson Ken Johnson David Johnston Pat Johnston Vicki Jones Gary Katz Monica Kaye leannie Kee Kathy Keller Debra Kerr Mary Kincaid Tammy Kloiber Lesli Kocherov Loren Lamport Enn Laney Jill Lanyon Kevin Latimer Gail Leeds Elizabeth Lehr Kirsten Levin Mike Levin |im Lewis Tilda Lewis Russell Liberty Simone Liebman Wayne Locklear Kim Love John Maggio Margaret Mahoney Angela Manning Lynn Marley James Marquez m Classes 63 Eddy Mathany Robbie Mather Toby Mathews David Matthews Autie MeClanahan Richard McDonald Ken McFarland Judy McGee Laurie McGuire Jo Marie McMurray Suzanne Meyer Sheryl Mildfelt Lisa Mitchell Mike Montgomery Gina Moore Kim Moore Samantha Moreno Tona Morris Steve Mosby lacki Myer Gary Nelms Kenny Noise water Ginny O'Donnell Linda O'Renick Marisa Ogg Raymond Ogle Leslie O'Sullivan Jim Oswald Bob Oxler Boyd Parscale Leann Parson Robin Pascuzzi Bipin Patel Lilli Peck Connie Perahoritis Freshmen find new situations agreeable, sad, pleasurable Converting from a three-year high school to a four-year high school required many changes, including sending the freshmen up to the senior high. Interviews with the Freshmen proved that many adjusted very well, with few complications. In fact, most liked it a lot better than spending their Freshman year in junior high. The conversion from the three- year to four-year high school enabled me to gain more, to allow me more opportunities, and to select more classes, said Paul Ducate, 9. Many frosh changed their hangouts, attend- ing different night spots after football games and other social gatherings. Mike Dierks, 9, said, I used to hang out at Godfather's in ju- nior high school, but now I go to Paul Schaal's after games. Many, however, still visited the hangout that they attended in ju- nior high. Most of the ninth graders felt that their schedules had not become more rushed. Classes were the same as they would have been taking if they were still going to their ju- nior high school. In fact, Eric Ellegard, 9, felt his classes were easier. Vet Sheila Inman, 9, thought they were harder. They get pro- gressively harder anyway ' she said. Being unable to elect or be part of the Saga Kachina King and Queen events disap- pointed many Freshmen. Mary Beth Tritt, 9, felt strongly on this point, I think by not be- ing able to participate in the election, we missed a lot. But Barry Clemons, 9, did not feel the same way, It really does not make any difference to me, he said. Making the change from junior high to high school wa$ a big sacrifice for the freshmen; they handled it well. 64 Classes Anthony Perkins Evadean Peters Carole Pierce Mike Podraza Andrea Poisner Lisa Pollard Scott Ponick Kristy Porter Tony Ramirez Tiffany Rawlings Kim Ray Robyn Rea Susan Rector Jeff Reimer Mark Rennau Andrea Riggs Rusty Riley Deidre Rogers Kim Romi fill Rose Jennifer Roudebush Julie Rubins leanne Russell Jeff Saper letf Satz Sam Schanker Teresa Schultz Debbie Schwaneke Bryan Shaffer Zack Shatran Mark Sharbel Brian Shea Lisa Shiflet Anita Siemon Allen Skinner Todd Sloan Clint Slusher lacki Smart Freshmen Claudia White, lenmfer Bahr, and Suzi Meyer smile after a hard practice Classes 65 FRESHMEN New electronic games challenge a growing addictive cult As he wound up for the game, his eyes grew small, his muscles tensed, and he began to perspire. As the game progressed, he be- gan to look more and more like a raving luna- tic, and he seemed to love every minute of it. The lights and sounds kind of pull you into the game ' claimed John Bowles, 9, a fre- quent player of today's electronic marvels. In a survey of Center students, over 80% claimed that they regularly played electronic games. Although home units continued to grow in popularity, the most dramatic changes took place outside of the home. Many would call Space Invaders the first craze” game to appear around the country. Although several years old, it proved still to have a strong edge in popularity over its clos- est competition, a similar space adventure game called Asteroids. Space Invaders, however, has ceased pro- duction, its maker placing its faith in a newer model called Galaxian. These games all pit the player in a space battle in which he must fire missiles to protect himself from an advancing force. The machines also generally require a little practice before one becomes successful at them, since advancement has resulted in greater complexity. Many other games share these characteristics, such as Rip-Off, Breakout, Lunar Lander, Sky Raider, and Starhawk Many seemed unable to resist these alluring devices, spending night after night in run- down arcades, feeding their life savings into a box for a few moments of simulated adven- ture. Perhaps it was just like any other addic- tion, but with new games popping up all over the country, the cure may be a long time in coming. Chris Smith Chris Smith Terri Smith Tina Smith Tom Smith Tonya Smith Cheryl Snapp Chandra Snow Randy Soltz loe Sprofera Sally Stafford Susan Stinnett John Stone Steve Stovall David Stroud Penny Sumler Mark Talley FRESHMEN NOT PICTURED Mark Bennett I lane Coleman Kim Evans Pete Lombardo Jerry Moore Mark Shobe Danny Story 66 Classes Sporting a grin. John Bowles. 9. relaxes after de- stroying another alien craft. Mike Levin. 9, coaches Mike Dierks, 9. on how to stop the advance of space invaders Kelly Tarpley Missy Thornton Lee Ann Totty Tricia Triplett Mary Beth Tritt Oleg Tupikin |o Vanbecelaere Bill Viles Sam Walsh Micki Watson Loretta Wayman Carla Faye Webb Tracy Webb Anianette Weiss David Welsh Marla Wesley Pam Whiles Claudia White lackie White Matt Wilhelm Mendy Wilson 73 m Sim Wmitz Brent Winner Karla Winterowd Bobby Wolf Susan Wolf Corban Woods Kim Worth Sherri Young Classes 67 flDMirBTIWIOn 68 Academics Dr. Ronald Gray—Assistant Superin- tendent - Administration Dr. Joel Kallem—-Assistant Superin- tendent - Instruction Dr. Howard Heidbrink—Director of Business Services Dr. Robert O'Neill—Supervisor - Art Education Mrs. Cynthia Ross—Supervisor-Food Services Dr. Walter Swanson—Superintendent of Schools Well-received Superintendent faces challenge of district financial problems I think Dr. Swanson is an inspiring leader with a sincere concern for people. This spirit is contagious to all of us in the district. He is a quality man for the '80's ' commented Mrs. Marian Mitchell, Reading Specialist. Kelly Tedlock, Ju- nior, said, At the leadership conference he seemed very enthusiastic, like he wanted to be involved with the stu- dents and with what was going on. I am pleasantly pleased with Dr. Swanson and am especially interested in the fact that he takes an interest in the library ' added Mrs. Pat Massey, Librarian. Compliments came from students and teachers alike when asked how they felt about the new Superintendent, Dr. Walter L. Swanson. He came to Center after teaching for several years, serving in Vietnam, and working in Liberty as an Assistant Principal and as Assistant Superintendent of Instruction and Personnel. He said that he decided on Cen- ter because of its fine reputation, teaching staff, community, and its educational excellence. One of Dr. Swanson's main concerns was the financial plight of the district, which forced the reorganization of the district last year. We will have to have more revenue or cut out some programs, he said. The Board and Administration discussed this issue at its October meeting. Board member, Mr. Rebman, attended the State Department of Education's Regional Conference of Finance. I was disappointed with the political makeup of the conference, there was no give and take, he said. Dr. Heidebrink, Director of Business Services, remarked, Reassessment is not going to give our District one penny more When asked why the distict had these financial problems, Dr. Swanson explained that it received 22% of its budget from the state, while the state average was 53%. He cited high incomes of the families in the area and the low amount of tax money pulled in as reasons for the low state aid. The state has no sympathy for us financially, he commented during the meeting. Although things looked grim. Dr. Swanson said that he was convinced that the financial problems could be solved and the high quality of the schools could be maintained. The staff and student body expressed their confidence in him wholeheartedly. I think he is a very intelligent, profes- sional, and dynamic leader, said Mr. Ben Neal Vice-Principal. He has made some very positive strides for our district this year, stated Mr. Chet Landes, Language Arts Depart- ment Chairman. Dr Kallem works dilNgently on a State Vocational Education questionnaire Working on achievement test results, Mr Robert Clark, Director of Elementary Education, concen- trates at his desk Before the October meeting, the Board stands around the conference table ready to begin Mr. Wm. B. Brandt— Board member Mrs. Sandra D. Kauffman— Board President Mr. Robert Kessler— Board Member Dr. Michael Miller— Board Vice-President Mr. George Rebman— Board Member Mr. Donald Slyter— Board Member Dr Swanson offers candy to Janme Sherry Academics 69 Mr. Ben Neal— Vice-Principal Mr. Ernie Paris— Vice-Principal TOP: Mr Neal calls Charles Johns, 10, into his of- fice for a conference RIGHT: Mrs Moys refers a late-coming student to the sign-in sheet 70 Academics Mr. Gene Banaka— Principal Dr. Patrick G. Beckner— Vice-Principal ABOVE: Checking names off her list. Mrs Gustafson works to prepare the attendance sheet RIGHT Seniors Jeff Lawrence and David Reed ob- serve Halloween in monster attire _____OFFICE ---- Changes in office slant toward establishing improvements in communication This year the office has shown many similarities to years past, but many changes have taken place as well. It is important that everything is out in the open, stat- ed Mr. Banaka, It's always better to communicate before rumors come about. He therefore scheduled faculty meet- ings once a month, a few days after the monthly board meeting held every third Monday. It's important to meet in large as well as small groups, emphasized Mr. Banaka; People should have the opportu- nity to ask questions. Last year's staff met only two or three times. This year's faculty apparently felt that greater communication yielded greater efficiency. The school appointed an additional Vice-Principal, Mr. Ben Neal. Formerly with Center North, Mr. Neal felt he per- formed basically the same duties as he did there, but on a much larger scale. Although his main duties involved stu- dent discipline, he also handled textbook inventory and staff evaluation. It is my intention to motivate, stimulate, and encourage teachers to meet the needs and requirements of as many students as we possibly can, he stated. I would like to turn the negative to positive, he contin- ued, to help kids who are having problems to get some- thing out of what they are doing here. Mrs. Doris Gustafson— Attendance Secretary Ms. Marilyn Hamilton— Guidance Secretary Mrs. Betty Moys— Financial Secretary Mrs. Kathy Schroeder— Principals' Secretary Mrs. Margaret Butler— Instructional Secretary Mrs. Kent E. Milliron— Instructional Secretary n Miss Michelle Wiley— Instructional Secretary bl ABOVE: Enjoying time off from her work in the of- fice. Kym Beggs. 12, chats on the phone LEFT Office aides Jeff Mann, 12, and Sharon HeHman, 12, concentrate on their duties. Academics 71 BELOW: Counselor. Mr George Tollefson, spends morning hours helping students RIGHT A face of bewilderment is portrayed by counselor, Alice Meacham Louise Frohlichstein— Counselor BOTTOM Newest counselor, Louise Frolichstein, helps Linda Allen. 11. with her schedule Alice Meacham— Counselor Gene Propp— Counselor George Tollefson— Counselor 72 Academics Nurse's aide Julie Elsea, 12, helps out this year’s new nurse, lane Parks Dave Starchevich— Librarian Pat Massey— Librarian Janet Parks— Nurse Jane Smith— Accompanist Marsha Ginson, 11. asks Dave Starchevich for as- sistance Nurse, counselors, librarians make adjusments to the four-year high school. The four-year high school this year has meant changes made in all of the departments. When Mr. George Tollefson, counselor, was asked about the change, he re- plied, I am really busy this year but not too busy for any- one who comes to me looking for advice on college, voca- tional programs, and even personal problems. Mr. Tollefson also commented that he saw an advantage in having the freshmen at the high school, It enables me to get information to them a lot sooner than in previous years, this should boost enrollment in VoTech school. I enjoy being a part of the four year high school, and I'm glad all the students have access to one of the best equipped libraries in the district, stated Mrs. Massey, librar- ian. She worked at Center South last year. Mrs. Jane Parks was this year's new nurse, but was not new to the district; she split her time between North and South Junior Highs last year. I really like the variety of working with students, and the four year high school gives me more things to do. 5PECIP1LI5T5 Academics 73 = SERVICE Hard-working service crew pull through complications with positive attitudes Every night, as the students slept soundly, the custodians toiled away the hours. Twenty-four hours a day they de- voted their services to the school. Each morning at 6 a.m. sharp, the custodians began their chores. Raising the flag, checking the clocks, and filling the pop machines composed their daily routines. Our service people have done a super job in the past, but currently, while dealing with the in- creased number of kids, they've really been outstanding, commented Mr. Banaka. For instance, when a portion of the incinerator collapsed, the custodians promptly began planning its repair. Early in August they came to work to find that 22 feet of the flue had collapsed. Six weeks later when the parts arrived, they began the three-day repair job. A whole new chute had to be added, costing the school district nearly $7,000. Various other mishaps marred this year. Vandalism was a recurring problem. Most of the trouble seemed to lie in broken windows. Someone even went as far as throwing a bowling ball through one of the front doors. As a result of further vandalism, at one time, the boys' first floor restroom had to be closed due to a broken sink . As well as the custodians, the bus drivers also exper- ienced difficulties. Leaking fluids, flat tires, and faulty gears and brakes contributed to their problems. Minor traffic acci- dents also added to their conflicts. Despite the problems, service people kept positive atti- tudes. Most of them seemed to enjoy their work thorough- ly. The head custodian, Clarence Milliron, stated, The plea- sure of being around the students and helping people makes my job worthwhile. Cafeteria personnel display daily routine that lies behind every lunch. BUS DRIVERS-Will Wiggins, Pat Eddleman, Sue Clevenger, Opal Sprat, Paul Barnes, Steve Wulff, Pat Weller. Lea Whitaker, Margaret Lopez, Mar- guerite Dunbar, Shirley Sabaugh, lack lones, Vince Estevez. 74 Academics Deep in concentration, Mr Banaka and head custodian. Clarence Milliron, discuss an urgent matter CUSTODIANS —Clarence Milliron, Wilbur Cham- bers, and Amy Chambers; Not Pictured: Richard Cauthon, Saul Davis, Richard Osh, Larry Gray, William Holloway, Charles Long, Allen Pettis, Ronald Walton In Geometry class Scott Totty shows the class how to solve a problem Mrs. Ana M. Byrd-Algebra I, Ele- mentary Algebra B Mr. Michael Demarea - Algebra II and Trigonometry, Elementary Al- gebra B; Assistant Football Coach, Assistant Track Coach Mr. Emery Henley - Aeronautics. Algebra I, Applied Math I, Geom- etry Mr. M. R. Rabuse - Applied Math II, Geometry. Math Analysis, Stat- istics; Assistant Track Coach, Cross Country Coach ABOVE After the lecture Randy Collins demon- strates his studious habits RIGHT While listening to the answer in Algebra II. lack Lambert, 11, compares his work 76 Academics As he works on his geometrical solids, David Boyles looks up Mrs. Marjorie Reading - Algebra II and Trigonometry, Analytic Ge- ometry, Calculus Mr. Ted L. Wills - Functional Math, Geometry. Mrs. Marge Worthy - Elementary Algebra A, Geometry i LEFT After class Mrs Reading helps Cheryl Ingalls with her homework BELOW Mr Rabuse demonstrates some useful ge- ometry skills to Mia Allred Math department decides to improve curriculum, resources, objectives Improvement of curriculum and resources marked one of the goals of the Math department. The department's bud- get of $560 provided the money for the materials. The department considered the use of a computer sys- tem within a few years. Most students thought it would make math more interesting. Dr. Pat Beckner stated, We'll use the computer to demonstrate math concepts. I would like to see us find some better text books and audio-visual aids for the Math department, commented Mr. Rabuse. Mrs. Reading, head of the department, sold C.R.C. Hand- books to students who wished to buy them and invited speakers to seminars. These new resources helped students leam and made it easier for teachers to present their material to the students. Mrs. Reading entered students who were outstanding and interested in math in math competitions. The competition will make math more exciting and give students a chance to com- pare themselves to students in other schools, concluded Mrs. Reading. mm Academics 77 RIGHT Dissecting a pig's heart Mr Ken Angell helps David Tritt, 12. Mr. Ken Angell - Anatomy and Physiology, Biochemistry, Biology, Horticulture Mr. Bob Brillhart - Physical Sci- ence. Mr. Ted Dresie- Basic Chemistry, Chem Study I. II and III, Chemistry and Environment. General Physics. Mrs. Annette Howk — Physical Sci- ence. Mrs. Diane Liebman — Biology, Horticulture. Mrs. Betty Little-Human Growth and Development. Biology RIGHT Circular Motion serves as the topic be- tween Ion Koncak. 12, and Mr Ted Dresie BELOW Mrs Howk's ninth Grade Science class discovers the mysteries of H ,0 78 Academics LEFT: Figuring out their lab experiment Della Heidbrink, 9, and Kim Romi, 9. concentrate on measurements. BELOW Lorie Leahy, 12, sacrifices herself for a blood test administered by David Tritt. 12. Changes in Science Department cause problems in class scheduling and size Sharp increases in students enrolled in science courses this year caused over-crowding and schedule conflicts for many. Mr. Dresie stated, The classroom is busier than last year and this created less time for the students to work during homeroom and my planning period.'' Although the same classes were offered to students, the hours in which the classes were taught were drastically cut to accomodate the freshmen and their need for lab space. Anatomy and Physiology was one of the classes cut to only one hour, fourth, due to lack of lab space. I really enjoy teaching Anatomy and Physiology; it's a shame it is only offered one hour ' commented Mr. Ken Angell. Many seniors have been disappointed hoping to take the class as a preparato- ry class for college. It has also been stated that Chemistry I and II will not be offered next year, and then Chemistry III will not be offered in 1982. Because of the scheduling problems, teachers came up with several ideas about what could be done to improve the science department. I would like to see more offerings in science courses for the ninth graders,” commented Mrs. Leibman. Mrs. Little stated, I would like to see more courses offered for both the gifted student and the student who does not plan to choose a field of science as a ca- reer. I would like to see the students have more time and space for labs in Horticulture, Biology, Anatomy, and Chem- istry.” Mrs. Howk also commented on improvements in the science department, I would like to see more varied offer- ings, but I know that is difficult with the students' sched- ules. When each of the teachers was asked what classes they recommend for the underclassmen to prepare them for col- lege, they responded, Chemistry, Physics, Math, and a lot of English. SCIENCE Academics 79 80 Academics RIGHT: Students gather around overhead projector for a discussion in Mr Trout's social studies class. ABOVE: Dawn Williams and |oe Allen help Mr Creasy with a psychology experiment. RIGHT Richard Bolling speaks to Political Parties classes before his re-election. SOCIAL STUDIES Unique games, field trips, debates, simulations, enhance students' educations i Strange Neanderthal tribes inhabited a classroom; tanks bombarded one another; and students explored Forrest Hill Cemetery. All of these incidents involved unique learning situations devised by social studies teachers. The Neanderthals of Mr. Tom Crow's Early Western Civilization classes learned the circumstances of survival of their ances- tors. The tanks of Mr. Bob Bessenbacher's classes taught students to keep up with current events. The cemetery ex- plorers searched for graves of Civil War heroes. We take the field trips to add to the students' understanding of the Civil War and to make it seem more real,'' remarked Mrs. joyce Cox. Other social studies activities included Mr. Forest Arnall's telling of true Family Relations stories to his classes, student taking part in debates in Early Western Civilization classes, field trips to the Federal Reserve Bank and Thomas Hart Benton's home in Prosperity and Depression, and students volunteering to work on campaigns for Political Parties classes. Other special learning techniques included the play- ing of the current events game, News Scope; and students conducting many experiments in Psychology classes. The psychology experiments helped me to better understand all of the concepts and theories ' stated Cigi Touslee, 12. Mr. Forest Arnall - Family Rela- tions; Boys' track coach Mr. Robert D. Bessenbacher - Peace and War, Constitutional Development. Family Relations; Varsity basketball coach Mrs. Joyce Cox - Prosperity and Depression, Political Parties, Civil War, International Relations; Co- sponsor of Political Science Club Mr. Dan Creasy - Constitutional Development, Sociology. Psychol- ogy. Key Club sponsor ABOVE LEFT: Taking notes at a leadership confer- ence. Patsy Tavernaro. and Gregg Peters listen to the speaker. LEFT: Students gather around Mr Grow to receive loans during the simulation, Land, Castles, and Blood Academics 81 RIGHT Ealing in Prosperity and Depression, Mike Mahoney, 12, and Reda Bloomberg, 11, enpy their food BELOW Robyn Rea pushes Linda O'Renick on a tricycle during a skit for Mrs. Wommack's social studies class Mr. Tom Grow-Social Studies Chairman. Early Western Civiliza- tion. Constitutional Development. Community Resources. Boys' and Girls tennis coach Mr. William Merryman — Social Science. Language Arts RIGHT Reading the questions to the dass. Kath- leen Murray, 12. leads students in the Tank Game 82 Academics SOCIAL STUDIES Rewards teachers receive from students leave them satisfied with their jobs Some students talked while the teacher lectured; others worked on homework; and others daydreamed or doodled pictures on their notes. The social studies teachers often put up with such disturbing behavior because of the re- wards they received from their better teaching experiences. The idea of what rewards they considered most valuable varied from teacher to teacher. Some teachers felt rewarded when a student came back after finishing their class to tell them how much the class had helped. Mrs. Virginia Wommack stated, I feel reward- ed by the good vibes I get from kids who come back to tell me how they liked my class or how it helped them.” Other teachers felt their greatest reward came through seeing students learning, understanding or enjoying the class material. Mrs. )oyce Cox remarked, I enjoy working with the students, seeing them understand history and hoping that they will be able to receive as much enjoyment from history as I do. The exact reward social studies teachers received from teaching varied, but they all centered around helping stu- dents and trying to make them better adults. Mr Bob Bessenbacher explained, I like being around youth, seeing the interaction between them. The feeling of teaching is good when you know the result is a good society. Mr. |ohn H. Musgrave - Constitu- tional Development. Modern Eu- ropean History, U S. Expansion, Colonial American History, Boys' swim coach Mr. Conrad Trout-Social Studies. 9 Mrs. Ginny Wommack - American History, Constitutional Develop- ment, Famous Persons. Political Science Co-sponsor Concentrating on their chess game. Stephen Duker. 9. and Rusty Riley. 9, keep busy during Mr Trout's homeroom Academics 83 RIGHT Publications I students Andy Rynard, 11. Ion Kieffer. 11. and Katie Yager. 11. study the parts of a camera BELOW RIGHT Mass Media students inform the class of animals used in television Mr. Wayne Brown - Debate. Speech I. Argumentation. NFL sponsor Mrs. Mary Lu Foreman - Publica- tions I. Publications II. Composi- tion I, Basic Language Arts III. Quill and Scroll sponsor; Yearbook ad- visor Mrs. Sue Rose Harter - Poetry, Mythology, Basic Literature. Man's Search; National Honor Society sponsor. Mrs. Beverly Kowalczyk - Lan- guage Arts 9; Ninth grade Volleyball coach. Mr. Chester 1. Landes - Creative Writing. Drama, Technical The- ater. Acting, Composition III; Play- ers 58 sponsor Miss Rosemary Long-Basic Lan- guage Arts III. Speech I, Speech II, Composition I; Drill Team spon- sor Controversy over extra grade points continues; students question necessity It's not fair!” exclaimed Gina Arnone, 11. Math and Sci- ence receive extra grade points and Language Arts doesn't ' she added. Nearly eleven hundred students participated in Language Arts classes per semester. Gina, like many students, enrolled in advanced Language Arts classes. Should she have re- ceived extra points or not? Although not new. the problem of determining a course's difficulty remained. Both Chem Study and Comp. II challenged students, but the former had points, the latter didn't. Mrs. Nancy Scott said, The Language Arts department recommended that all grade points be dropped, but if kept they should be used in all departments.” Although some advanced classes did receive extra grade points, teachers nevertheless felt that their classes were as important as the others. However, some thought certain units prepared college bound students better than the other unit. Mr. Brown felt that the presentation of factual and per- suasive material” was his most important unit. Mrs. Harter considered all units in all classes important. I hope that it cannot be said that any one is most important. All are or I wouldn't waste my time on them,” she said. However, Mrs. Scott replied, In Composition II, the critical review and essay test units are equally important and may be more vital to college preparation than the others. 84 Academics LfinGUflGE F1RT5 LEFT During the Center Debate Tournament held in November. Dennis Bell. 12 and Jerry Rapp, 12, review a judge's criticisms of a debator ABOVE: Discussing ideas for an essay. Holly Gorrel. 10. and Denise Ferro, 11, converse in the library LEFT: Composition II student Gavin Seeley, 12, rummages through recent guides to periodicals for information concerning his problem-solution essay Academics 85 ABOVE Performing the rites of Druidism are Jack Brandom. 12. Caren Eisenstein. 12. Debbie Aaron, 12, and Lance. Debbie's dog RIGHT In Language Arts 9. Tricia Triplett. 9. con- structs her classwork caretufly 86 Academics An oral book report is being performed by )eff Reimer. 9, Kirsten Levin. 9, and Steve Flekier. 9 Mrs. Nancy Scott-Composition I, Composition II. Mass Media. Think and Write Mrs. Myra K. Sifers - Grammar. Composition I. American Litera- ture. lournalism I. lournalism II. Newspaper adviser. Quill and Scroll Sponsor Mrs. Bettye Tracey-Basic Litera- ture. Science Fiction. Senior Eng- lish, Bible as Literature, Shake- speare Mrs. Margaret Ziegelmann- Composition I. Language Arts 9 Language arts students participate in projects; teachers use new materials On an average, twenty to twenty-five students enrolled in each of the Language Arts teacher's classes. The teachers usually prepared a special project for each of their classes. Mrs. Kowalczyk conducted several special projects. We do a project in connection with each major literature unit — five per year,” she stated. Mrs. Harter said, Basic Literature has a 'Hero' project, Mythology has a group mytho-culture project and a personally selected one. Poetry has a semes- ter end project.” Mr Brown's special projects involved par- ticipation outside of school, as his projects were debate tournaments held after school and on the weekends. Mr. Landes’ projects included the class literature magazine in his Creative Writing class, the Reader's Theater, a contest for acts, and mainstage productions in his Acting course. Mrs. Sifers felt that the enthusiasm of her classes rebounded off of her attitude. I am mostly energetic! I be- lieve the students generally reflect a teacher's attitude,” she stated. Mrs. Kowalczyk commented, Most students are en- ergetic. Many are happy to see that they are learning and being challenged.” Mr. Brown incorporated new materials into his curricu- lum, such as new tapes of speeches, and material on style. Mrs. Foreman used individualized books in Basic Language Arts III LfinGUflGE F1RT5 Academics 87 RIGHT In class. David Lowenthal. 10. Tony Hallaba. 11. and Robby Sacks. 11. perform a skit BELOW Debbie Viani, Denise lohnson, Olivia Myers, and Mark Cheshier work on a pinata MIDDLE: Working on a skit are sophomores Allison Bell and Phil Scaglia RIGHT In French. Sara Levy, 10, and Barbara Ran- dall, 10, act out a scene in a restaurant Mrs. Claudette Bartle - German; German Club Sponsor. Mrs. Ruth Paulsen - French I, II, III. IV; French Club Sponsor 88 Academics FOREIGN! LF)hGUFGE5 Foreign language classes become more interesting with culture initiation Talking to friends in a large group in front of a university is cause for an arrest? In France it could happen. In foreign language classes students learned about culture as well as language. The Foreign Language department provided students with an opportunity to learn French, Spanish, and German. I really enjoyed my French class, senior Stacy Talpers stated. My only regret is getting such a late start. Different methods of teaching the classes made them fun and more interesting. Having dialogues and conversations with classmates, singing songs, playing games, using tapes and filmstrips included some of the ways. As the students reached the more advanced levels of the language, they became more involved. Spanish IV did a research project and narrated a film. Since the students already knew a great deal of the language in the Spanish IV class, they worked on learning the history and culture of Spanish speaking countries. They also devoted some time learning about different painters' lives during the classic period. I like learning about the culture, Raquel Avila, 11, said, I also feel that a second language is very important to learn. Knowing the language helped me when I traveled, Debbie Viani, 12, stated; While I went to Italy, France, and other surrounding countries, I talked to the native people and got a real taste of their way of life. Traveling to other countries could be arranged by jour- neying there as a foreign exchange student. Many felt the price exceeded their budget or didn't want to be away from home for so long. Others felt the choice of adopting one of the exchange students to live with them fit their needs better. I would have liked to live in another country for awhile but I found out about it too late. I think it would be a good opportunity for everyone, Senior Lorie Leahy said. Another way the students learned was by writing to a pen pal. They furthered their knowledge with tidbits of news from their new friend. I have pen pals from Ger- many and France, Susan Stinnett, 9, said. I enjoy reading what they have to say. Students who took a foreign language felt that it benefit- ed them in many ways. Debbie Viani concluded, I really feel my Spanish class helped me. I know I will use it later on in life. Mr. William Scott - Spanish II. Ill IV. Spanish Club sponsor Mrs. Lindenette Tratchet - Spanish I, English as a Second Language Raggedy Ann and Ion Wenski, 10. order dinner as they act out a skit in French. Academics 89 PRflCTICm flRTR------------------- Electives provide unique and helpful learning experiences for many students Mouth-watering aromas saturated the hallways through- out the year. The tempting scents came from the varied dishes created by students enrolled in the foods courses. Melanie White, 12, replied, Learning to cook is a lot of fun, but eating is the greatest part about Foods II. While the Foods' students were busy learning how to master the art of cooking, other Home Economic students perfected their seamstress techniques and learned how to care properly for babies and furnish homes. I think House and Home Furnishings is one of the most important classes because it prepares you for the future ' expressed Debbie Viani, 12. For many students Driver Education provided their first and only pre-license driving experience. Tonya Mayes, 10, explained, I don't know what I would do without the class because my parents are too nervous to teach me. Com- menting on her first experience behind the wheel, Sandy Stern, 11, replied, I was scared stiff and I felt very, very inexperienced. The course consisted of four phases: in class study time, simulations, demonstrations, and behind-the-wheel training, lames White, 11, commented, The only part I don't really like about the class is not being able to study at home for the tests, but the rest is great. Mr. Ted K. Holmes, III-Driver Education; Auditorium Coordinator; Track Officials Sponsor; Athletic Tmer and Scorer Mr. David T. Purviance - Driver Education. Physical Education; Football. Wrestling. Coach. ABOVE; In clothing class Mrs Foster assists Shelly Hayes. 12, with her layout RIGHT In Driver Education students practice paral- lel parking 90 Academics Mindy Huling, 11. carefully cuts out a pattern piece in clothing class Mrs. Shirley Foster-Foods I. II, III. Housing and Home Furnishings, Clothing II Mrs. Virginia Ray —Foods II, Clothing I, Child Development Miss Janet Weston - Behavior De- velopment, Foods I. Mr. E. J. Wills-Driver Education; Senior Class Sponsor, Stadium Coordinator, Detention Study Hall Supervisor. Night Supervisor. Athletic Timer and Scorer. ABOVE Jim Kuecker. 10. carefully combines pre- cise measurements in Foods I LEFT In Foods I Beth Young, 11. prepares a tasty dish Academics 91 Shorthand student Rebecca Kauffman. 12, types her dasswork Mrs. Diane Ballou - Data Process- ing. Accounting, Recordkeeping. Mrs. Nancy Lee Fryer-Typewrit- ing, Shorthand, Personal Typing. Mrs. Rovina Hatcher - Account- ing. Record-keeping, Business Law Mr. Raymond Lehr - Computer Systems Miss Velma Siard - Typewriting. Secretarial Practice. Personal Typ- ing Mrs. Lucile Smith - Clerical Prac- tice. Typewriting, Notehand, Of- fice Machines Business teachers agree business skills extremely essential for future Remember that your assets equal your liabilities plus your capital . . There are twelve characters to an inch on an elite typewriter.” These and other statements were heard from the business classes during the course of a day. Other classes besides Accounting and Typewriting taught in the business department were Data Processing, Recordkeeping, Business Law, Shorthand, Computer Sys- tems, Secretarial Practice, Clerical Practice, Notehand, and Office Machines. Mrs. Nancy Lee Fryer, Business teacher, reported an interesting figure. An estimated 80% of the student body enrolled in at least two business classes,” she said. Mrs. Hatcher, Business teacher, felt that business skills were important to students no matter what they planned for the future. Many business classes teach skills which can be fallen back on for employment later if necessary,” she said. Mrs. Fryer approximated a large percentage of her for- mer students that went into a business type field. I would say of every one hundred that say they are going to be doctors or lawyers,' thirty-five end up in business related fields.” An estimate of the total students enrolled in all the business classes ranged from 535 to 550. This figure averaged about 100 students per business teacher. ------------------BU5IHE55 Academics LEFT: Checking his computer readout, Tony Leon, 12. concentrates intensely ABOVE Working studiously on his Accounting project, Lynn Houston, 11, tiles away his business transactions ABOVE LEFT: Accounting students work conscien- tiously on their projects LEFT Looking perturbed. Don Wolf. 12. searches the typing class for an answer to his question Academics 93 Mr. Larry Bradshaw - Graphic Arts, Printing Mr. B. W. Collins - Elec tricity. Wood Working Mr. Leon Lee-Power Technol- ogy, Advanced Wood, Machine Technology, General Metals Mr. Mackey Wilcoxin - Drafting I, II, Architectural Drafting, Study Hall ABOVE: In Drafting I, Ron Suchanek, 12, diligently works on his project. ABOVE RIGHT: As Michelle Melson, 11, creates a new design, Andy Miller. 12, looks on. RIGHT Jim Rebman, 11, puts the finishing touches on his project 94 Academics LEFT: Working with the wood lathe. Eddie Rogozenski. 11, strives for perfection Teachers' dispositions contribute to popularity of Industrial Arts classes Interesting, relaxing, and often comical atmospheres, coupled with good-natured teachers, contributed to the popularity of Industrial Arts classes. The compatible relation- ship that existed between Mr. Larry Bradshaw and his stu- dents added a light-hearted air to the technical art of print- ing. He talks to the student on their level and he's not too strict, replied Tracie Ponick, 11. We get things done, but he doesn't put a lot of pressure on us, added Chris Fiorella, 11. Lina Stewart, 12, explained, Graphic Arts is a lot of fun because you learn how to do all the little things that you have always wondered how to do. In other branches of Industrial Arts the teachers proved just as popular with the students. Mr. Mackey Wilcoxin's popularity could be easily explained by his pleasant and im- partial attitude. Todd Swartz, 11, replied, He's really nice and helpful to everyone; and he doesn't play favorites among his students. The growing enrollment of girls in Industrial Arts received a warm welcome from Mr. Wilcoxin. Beth Carbah, 12, ex- plained, Drafting is not a class for only guys anymore; Mr. Wilcoxin makes the girls feel right at home. Beth added, He lets the class work at their own pace and he doesn't pressure them. riDU5TRIflL P1RT5 Academics 95 Dana Charles. 11, using watercolors and an out- door scene, starts on a project. Mr. John Chronister - Mixed Cho- rus. 9th Grade Choir. Concert Choir. Voice Production, Music Appreciation, Chamber Choir, Gentlemen Songsters, Melody Maidens Mr. Tom Creamer — Ceramics, Advanced Design. Design. ABOVE Shaping a bowl Jack Lambert. 11. concen- trates on improving its form MIDDLE Playing for Pep Band. Diane Young, 10, attends the first basketball game RIGHT Becky Rice, 12. and Marianne Cattanach. 12. uses the |ewelry grinder on a project. % Academics — FiriE ARTS Fine Arts department makes move to display student accomplishments tangibly Academics 97 Whether shaping wet clay, painting landscapes, or learn- ing to write music, students express their need to create through enrollment in one or more classes in the Fine Arts department and their activities. The Fine Arts department made progress when trying to display tangibly the talents in each class. For example, the walls of the Media Center were covered with paintings by talented individuals; the display case showed works by ce- ramics and jewelry students, and the announcements were full of news of the band and choir people competing in contests. These were all signs of teachers who took an in- terest in their students and made efforts to make note of them. How did students react to this sudden publicity? Most students reacted with much enthusiasm, as Brent Clemons stated, It gave me something to work for, and it's neat for me and my friends to hear about what I did. The teachers worked with the students to help them de- velop their own ideas. I tried to make them see deeper into the music and see what it was saying; then I let them create from there, stated Mr. Shaffer. ”1 think creativity is a mark of maturity. I'm glad they took the time, and I like to see the different ideas they come up with, he conclud- ed. With these new developments. It was only the beginning of a new horizon for all. Mrs. Jean Kesler- Jewelry I. II, Design Miss Sherryl Knox-Design, Paint- ing I. II, Drawing and Watercolor, Textiles; International Club Spon- sor Mr. Don Shaffer - Marching Band. Concert Band. Band. Theory and Harmony, Musk Appreciation Ms. Corine Woods-Design Miss Sherryl Knox, strikes a pose for the class to use in their paintings RIGHT Melanie Schmedding, 12, asks help of Dan Root at Root Dental labs. BELOW: Lisa Welsh, 12, wraps a permanent for Renee Skinner, 12, in Cosmetology MIDDLE RIGHT: Ken Sesler, 12. operates one of many machines at W E. Anderson Co RIGHT Roy Wilson, 12, empties sauce from a mix- ing bowl in Food Services. 98 Academics Mr. Thomas J. Coyle —Trades and Industries; Boys' Track Coach. VICA sponsor Mrs. Cynthia Mason - Distributive Education; DECA sponsor Mr. Samuel Maze - Vocational Preparation Vo-Tech and C.O.E. programs continue to thrive, attract variety of students The Vo-Tech school continued to attract students in all areas of the program, juniors and seniors accepted at Vo- Tech spent half a day at the campus in Raytown learning a vocational technical skill. Teacher recommendations, good attendance, pre-requi- sites taken, and a high aptitude are all considered in the de- cision of which students are to attend” stated George Tollefson, counselor and Vo-Tech representative. Mr. Tollefson felt the addition of the freshmen positively affected the program. Students may now become aware earlier that the pro- gram is available,” he said, plan to organize field trips for the ninth grade classes so that younger students may get a glimpse of what awaits them at the school.” I've got students in a little bit of everything,” remarked Tom Coyle, Trade and Industrial Coordinator. The Cooperative Occupational Education program consist- ed of two areas: Vocational Industrial, sponsored by Mr. Coyle, and Distributive Educational, sponsored by Mrs. Ma- son. Our objective is to prepare the student for the world of work ' stated Mr Coyle Melanie Schmedding, 12, found work at Root Dental Labs through the program. C.O.E. has allowed me to learn my skill and find the kind of job I really wanted,” she said. The program encourages kids to further their education,” stated Mr. Coyle. Most everyone will end up doing some sort of work. C.O.E. kids are getting a jump on the rest.” Academics 99 VOCATIONS Teachers aid students in achieving goals, fulfilling needs in weak areas I have seen a big improvement in my students since I've helped them, Mrs. Mitchell said. Since the program started in 1974, the Resource Center has helped students who have had problems in their academic classes and in areas relating to student teacher relationships. The Resource Center had programs in basic education, reading, learning development, and behavioral develop- ment. If students had problems in reading to the point of affecting their class work, a learning disability in understand- ing or using spoken or written language, performing signifi- cantly below their peers, or inappropriate behavior in school situations, teachers or parents would recommend them for the class. Students are referred for specific help in basic academic or behavioral areas and the type of service is based on instructional levels and needs ' Dr. Sharon Hayes comment- ed. The program also permited the unique differences of students to be managed without removing them perma- nently from their peers. The classroom teacher and the Re- source Center teacher sometimes worked together to de- termine the expectations and goals of the student. This was done by the classroom teachers curriculum materials and skills taught by the Resource Center teachers. Many stu- dents in the class said they felt that they had improved. The other Resource Center teachers and I feel that by working with them, the students' ability to deal with situa- tions occurring in the school and with other people has in- creased, Ms. Legg said. This is the main goal of the cen- ter, she added. To further help the student, a program called COATS be- gan this year and will continue for the next two years. This program deals with matching vocational preferences and experiences, employability attitudes, and work stations. De- pending on the student's capabilities and interests, it could take from a couple weeks to a few months to complete the program. Mrs. Myra Griffall wrote the grant for $30,000 asking for equipment needed for the program. The students also used programs and other equipment dealing with elec- trical wiring, office procedure, repair and study kits. As the teachers worked with the students, they would periodically check their progress. In some cases, the student made an improvement to such a degree that he would be able to return to the regular classroom. In such cases, spot checks were also still continued. The students agreed that the progress benefited them a great deal. One boy said, I'm glad they started the class because I can feel inside that I've grown emotionally and can handle more situations. 100 Academics RESOURCE CERTER ABOVE: Rick Poliak, 11, and Greg Monroe. 12. dis- cuss material with Mrs. Griffall LEFT: Myra Griftall congratulates Lakeside's supervi- sor Mr. Mel Basked - Learning Dis- abilities Mrs. Myra Griftall - Basic Educa- tional Development Math, Occu- pational Studies. Vocational Work. Assistant volleyball and softball Coach Mr. Cal Groff-Basic Educational Development; Coach Boys track and field. Asst. Girls' basketball Coach Mrs. Barbara Ham - Learning De- velopment. Reading Dr. Sharon Kay Hayes - Learning Development Ms. Jonne Legg - Resource Cen- ter; Spirit Club, Varsity Cheerleaders, junior Varsity Cheerleaders, Yell Leaders Mrs. Marianne Mitchell - Reading Mrs. Marly Parsa-ln School Sus- pension. Ms. Laura Richards - Behavior De- velopment. Spirit Club Sponsor Academics 101 RIGHT As part of his conditioning program, Mark Ladd, 12, performs bar dips daily. BELOW During the tall. Freshmen students chase after the ball in a soccer game Ms. Debbie Artman — Physical Education; Girls' basketball coach. Oris’ softball coach Mr. Howard Glavin - Physical Edu- cation; 9th grade Football coach. Boys' 9th grade basketball coach Mr. Max Hayes - Physical Educa- tion; Golf coach. Sponsor of C- club RIGHT In a wild game of indoor soccer, student fight for the ball 102 Academics LEFT Utilizing his strength. Frank Sbisa. 12. lifts the barbell while a student stands by and watches MIDDLE LEFT: Kim Moore. 9. fottows through after serving the ball Mr. Tom Irvin - Physical Educa- tion Asst Varsity football coach. Wrestling coach Mrs. Valerie Matulis — Physical Education. Volleyball coach Mrs. Meg Seifert - Physical Educa- tion. Girls' Cross Country coach. Gris track coach; Sponsor CGSA Mr. Robert Smith - Physical Edu- cation; Varsity football coach; Athletic director. Coordinator of Physical Education Gym classes adapt to additional students, coach feels improvement needed Although one might have thought that adding the fresh- men would have altered the gym classes drastically, very lit- tle change in the program actually took place. We've tried to keep the freshmen in separate classes, stated Coach Bob Smith, Athletic Director. We've avoided mixing with the other grades whenever possible. To adjust for the additional students, two P.E. instructors were added-Mr. Howard Glavin, from Center South, and Ms. Debbie Artman, from Indian Creek Elementary. I've noticed a lot of improvement in the kids in terms of maturity since the beginning of the year, Ms. Artman commented. With the freshmen at the high school now, they'll adjust and grow up a lot faster than before, added Coach Smith, but I am still working toward a better total fitness pro- gram. Center has always tried to offer a lot of Co-Ed and elec- tive type courses, but such factors as facilities and number of teachers have played a major role, according to Coach Smith. Our problem may be that we offer too large a variety of programs, he said. Tennis and bowling keep people active, but aren't really effective in terms of fitness We should lean more toward such programs as jogging and cal- isthenics, which will better prepare the student for life out- side of school PHY5ICP1L EDUCATION! Academics 103 Fi nTPQI I Injuries, slow start, losses, fade State Playoff hopes I W W I U I I I_I_ An air of intensity hung over the locker room. Varsity, expecting to win every game and advance to State Playoffs, had suffered two losses and no wins. That intensity erupted as Center beat Southwest that evening and proceeded to win the next seven games To come from behind to beat Liberty and to play well against an athletically strong Ruskin team, I think we had tremendous poise as an overall team. Take back those first two games and you're looking at State Playoffs, reflected Varsity Of- fensive Coach Tom Irvin. Center lost its starting quarterback, David Chamberlain, 12, and tailback Mike Martin, 12, prior to the first game Injuries continued to plague the team throughout the season What summarizes this season? To be able to have as many injuries as we had and come back and win sev- en straight, answered Irvin. Irvin also added, I recall when Chamberlain was first hurt. We wanted to go ahead and prac- tice, but that killed it. I mostly remem- ber the offense ranked No. 4 in the state of Missouri, consisting of guys like Jack Steiner, 12, who caught 21 passes for 457 yards; Rick King, 11, who rushed 67 times for 518 yards and returned kicks alone for 912 yards; jack Brandom, 12, who rushed 95 times for 739 yards; and Scott Alexander, 12, who had 22 pass com- pletions for 414 yards. It was mainly a college offense and to have people smart enough to pick it up was great. The offensive unit scored a total of 262 points while the defense, in nine games, allowed a sum total of 83 points to be scored against them. These accomplishments are, in them- selves, a credit to Head Coach Bob Smith. Roger Heard, 12, summarized the season when he said, At the start, we struggled as a team, but as the season progressed, we functioned more as a unit than individuals. It's outstanding how the team played with and overcame its injuries. VARSITY SQUAD-Front Row Jack Steiner, Scott Alexander, Mike Martin, left Cox, Terry Ward, Mark Eimer, lack Brandom, Head Coach Bob Smith, Dave Chamberlain, Craig Long, Roger Heard, Greg Welsh, Mike Benanti. Mark Ladd, Second Row Manager David Smothers, Glen Sands, Joe Gingrich, Jim Rebman. Mark Whitley, David Asjes, Todd Koelling, Joe Dee Beach, Doug Darbyshire, Jimmy Wil- liams, Mike Jones, Andy Rynard, Manager Jerry Randolph; Back Row: Craig Kubayko. lames Russell, Anthony Spalitto, Leo ReVoal, Coach Dave Purviance, Coach Mike DeMarea, Coach Howard Glavin, Coach Tom Irvin, Coach Don Bradshaw. Kevin Brooks, Ron Barker, Bryon Price, Rick King Clearing the way for lack Steiner. 12, Jim Rebman, 11, storms downfield 104 Sports After breaking up a pass, Jack Brandom, 12. stretches for the interception Gving it all he's got, Jim Rebman, 11, drives the ball deep on a kickoff. CHS 7 12 27 28 32 0 13 6 2B 6 44 12 28 12 48 0 35 7 OPPONENT 7-2 Lee’s Summit Ruskm Southwest Liberty Belton Excelsior Springs Hickman Mills Fort Osage North Kansas City v Sports 105 rnnT re i i Junior varsity strives for excellence, teamwork I W W lull I___I_ The sky was overcast as the dust clung to mouthpieces. The teams glanced at the scoreboard and the time remaining, as the coaches paced the sidelines. The clock ran down to around 40 seconds and the air hung heavy on shoulders of teams and spectators alike. The scene Center J.V. vs. Belton j.V. and the score 0-0. After a grueling 48 minutes, Center went on to win the game. That touchdown jeff Shepherd caught at Belton with less than 40 seconds left to win, is what stands out in my mind as the most exciting play of the sea- son, remarked Coach Howard Glavin. Like last year, the Sophomore team and junior Varsity team combined to make one junior Varsity team. The j.V. team practiced with the Varsity squad throughout the week and played its games the Monday after the Varsity games. This is the first time I've worked with high school football players in 20 years. I liked it really well ' stated Glavin. If any changes were to come about, Randy Ashford, 10, suggested, Have the sophomores (j.V.) practice by themselves as a team a lot more. He went on to explain, The team did all right except for offense; we couldn't move the ball really well. What event from the season was Randy's most memorable moment? In the last j.V. game, all the Juniors and Sophomores, regardless of Varsity or J.V., played. This enabled the coach- ing staff to visualize next year's Varsi- ty squad. Randy's momont? In the last J.V. game I kicked an extra point and made it, answered Ashford. I think the season prepared us for Var- sity, added Kevin Brooks, 11. As for changing anything from the sea- son, I'd like to have known a little more about the offense and defense. I was a little unfamiliar with them this year. I think this season was really good. I think they'll have a pretty good J.V. team next year, I really do, summarized Glavin. LEFT Leo Revoal. 11, accelerates on a route FRESHMAN AND SOPHOMORE SQUADS—Front Row Coach Dave Purviance. Greg Day, Jim Kmsinger. Kurt Loudon. Vince McMurray, Mike Whisler, Walt Thompson, Frank Hale. Tyler Cox. Curt Arnold, Albert lanssens. Randy Collins. Second Row Brent Winner. Pat Stone. Phil Scaglia. Dave Welch. Tom McGee, Robbie Gillenwater, Dan Stroud, Scott Ponick, Pat Benanti. Mike Lombardino. Paul Butler, Lonnie Carter Back Row Paul Ducate, Bob Oxler. Tom Smith, Brian Shaffer. Andy Gruver. Jim Lewis. Drew Hutton. Mike Lauthomer. Jeffrey Williams. Dan Trustle. Steve Aaron _______I_______ sssssr CHS OPPONENT 4-4-1 0 14 Lee's Summit 7 14 Ruskin 6 6 Southwest 0 14 Liberty 6 0 Belton IB 0 Excelsior Springs 0 7 Hickman Mills 21 7 Fort Osage 19 0 North Kansas City ABOVE: Standing behind the offensive wall. Curt Arnold, 10. unleashes a pass Sports 107 re Pi i i Despite faltering season, attitudes show potential I WW I LJ T I l_l_ I remember when O'Hara was running the ball and I took it right out of their hands and ran it 70 yards for a touchdown. We had a good season and good coaching. We learned a lot this year; the basics, etc. ... If we could do anything different, I think I'd want to do more passing. When the Seniors have a good football team, it helps us, said Paul Howe. This year's Freshman football team was that of an experimental one. Coach Dave Purviance commented, This was the first year the ninth grade team was at the high school. When you're first at something, it's a trial thing and mistakes may be made. I feel good about the number of guys out. Some might have been intimidat- ed by being at the high school. I'm glad they came out and we got to work with them and get them started early on our game. The players have a lot to learn as far as what to ex- pect and the coaches, too for running a smooth program or not. As for our season, we had injuries at key times. At Grandview, one of our leading players, Lonnie Carter, 9, was injured and couldn't finish the game. We very possibly could've beaten Grandview, and other teams, if not for the injuries, he explained. Bobby Oxler, 9, into his fifth season of play- ing football for organized teams, re- flected on his Freshman year. I learned a lot this year, more than I c£c at the junior high, said Oxler. The only victory came over William Chrisman when Center won 40-0. That first game, when we won 40-0, gave us the feeling that we could win, remarked Howe. I remember the feeling of winning our first game because I was in complete control, feel bad because we should've had a better season but also good because I had the opportunity to work with these guys, finished Purviance. On lives the tradition Center has of pro- ducing excellent ball clubs and the people with the attitudes to run them. RIGHT David Stroud. 9, concentrates on catching the ball for a completion 40 0 William Chrisman K 13 Grandview 0 23 O'Hara 19 21 Fort Osage 0 16 Lee's Summit CHS OPPONENT 1-4 108 Sports FAR LEFT The offensive line shoots into the defen- sive line, stopping the rush NEAR LEFT As he turns upfield. David Stroud, 9, looks for potential blocks. MIDDLE The offensive line explodes as the back- field moves into synchronization. i ABOVE Lonnie Carter, 9, unloads a pass moments before being sacked by Lee's Summit defenders LEFT: The opposition breaks down the blocking and stops Lonnie Carter, 9. in his tracks. Sports 109 y___r r i i intE5 v New Coach, new attitudes, strengthen team unity. 7 LUUI I I I T For once in a long time, cross- country wasn't ignored and the si- lent sport'' pulled off one of its most successful seasons in recent years. Many changes came about to reshape the team into a formidable adversary. Perhaps the most profound of these took place under the super- vision of a newly hired coach, Mark Rabuse. What influence did this have on the team? The team respected him more and we worked a lot harder, explained Scott Abel . This reflected a new dawn in the team's performance on and off the running field. As Coach Rabuse noted, Some of the older guys weren't used to a strict practice schedule, but they got the hang of things and really worked hard. This outlook on workouts helped spur on the runners and made prac- tices a little more bearable and even fun at times. As Steve Miles, 12, stat- ed, Last year it was everyone for himself; this year we worked together and had a lot of fun doing it. Another important change that per- haps was most neglected was the switch in school support and esprite de corps shown toward this some- times under played sport. Although it wasn't always noticeable to people, I felt that the people who decorated lockers and put up signs did much for the team, even if there weren't throngs of people to watch; cross- country isn't exactly a spectator sport, the coach concluded with a smile. RIGHT: Dan Searls, 12, flies past a movie camera during a meet at Swope Park. FAR RIGHT The face of Brian Sinclair, 12, shows the strain of this grueling sport 110 Sports PLACE MEET 2nd Sedalia Invitational 2nd Oak Park, Southeast, Raytown 4th Park Hill Invitational 2nd Raytown South Invitational 1st Truman, Belton 4th Southeast Invitational 2nd Park Hill Exhibition 2nd Ruskin Invitational 1st Conference 3rd District 5th Sectionals Steve Miles, 12, runs alongside parked busses at a Swope Park meet BELOW: Moving past Starlight Theater, a pack of runners keeps in a tight formation. Making up for lost time. Ion Keiffer 11, pushes up the tempo of his stride. CROSS COUNTRY - Front Row Steve Miles. Russell Liberty. Second Row Manager Jeff Gardner, |im Hamrick, Randy Soltz, Andy Bron, Paul Licausi, Bill Morgan. Sim Winitz. Mark Winner, Coach Rabuse; Back Row Brian Sin- clair, Terry Williams, David Barnes. Kevin Montgomery. Mike McTernan, David Ball, Scott Abel. Mark Swendrowski, Dan Searls Not Pictured Scott Foley. Ion Keiffer. Mike Suchanek, Manager Sam Barnes Sports 111 _y__rr i m tpv Heat, injuries test strength of Cross Country team “A WU I I I I I It was one of those crisp fall morn- ings when most people would rather stay in bed, but for a particular group of people this marked one of the big- gest days of the year. The spine chilling winds did little to halt the Center cross-country team at District, except chase spectators to the warm comfort of their car. Although the District meet marked a high point in the team's schedule, many hard fought battles had been won to reach that point. One of these was the stifling summer heat that the runners were subjected to. David Ball, 12, stated, After every practice you felt like a wet rag and totally drained of every ounce of en- ergy.” The summer two-a-day” prac- tices fortunately fell during early morning and late afternoon. If the heat wasn't bad enough the team was plagued with injuries, but as Coach Rabuse stated, Sure it hurt us, but we pulled together and did it somehow ' And pulled together they did. At every meet, times were improving and team members placed higher in the ranks. The final test was District where Center, for the first time in a while, took the meet over the ex- pected victors. Liberty. A big disappointment occurred after this meet because Center was edged out of the state meet by nine points, although Brian Sinclair, 12, and Dan Searls. 12, qualified for it. Stated senior Duane Ball, With this do or die spirit displayed by the cross-coun- try team, the opposition had better look to its laurels because their future looks awfully bleak against this up and coming team.” PLACE MEET 2nd Sedalia Invitational 2nd Raytown South, Oak Park, Southeast, Center, Quad meet. 4th Parkhill Invitational 2nd Raytown South Invitational 1st Truman and Belton meet 4th Southeast Invitational 2nd Parkhill Exhibition 4th Ruskin Invitational 3rd Conference Terry Williams. 11 gets a good start and leads out of the starting gate 112 Sports LEFT: Stretching it out, Brian Sinclair, 12, moves on to lead the pack ABOVE Scott Abel. 11, pours it on to pass a tiring opponent at the finish line LEFT: David Ball, 12. keeps pace with an Oak Park runner during a J.V. race. Sports 113 v___rr iNTPv First season proves valuable learning experience A Mini For the first time in Center history, a girls' cross-country team made an appearance in a largely male dominat- ed sport. This new team organized on a strictly volunteer basis, as Cheryl Eimer explained, Coach Seifert asked us if we wanted to run cross-country, and if we had enough people inter- ested we would have a team. Like any new team it had a shaky start, but once the season got underway, things began to smooth out. Victories didn't come too easy for this new team, although the feeling of the team was one of improvement for each member, for the good of the team, and wins weren't as impor- tant. Carrie Winterowd, 11, stated, I felt that we had a good season, but more important I think we improved ourselves along with the team. Along with helping the team, the work-out for some also went to im- prove skills in other sports. Cheryl Eimer reflected, When I joined the team I wanted to help my basketball and Coach Seifert said it would. I think this was the reason for a lot of people joining the team. Perhaps with this renewed interest in girls' sports and the spirit and dedi- cation displayed by this team, we can look for a new era in women's sports and a continuing growth in this de- partment. GIRLS CROSS COUNTRY - Front row Carrie Conrad, Lisa Mitchell, Linda Mitchell, Randi Rittman; Back Row Coach Seifert, manager Lon Williams, Cheryl Eimer, Linda O'Renick, Carrie Winterowd, Tammy Carter Carrie Winterowd. 11. passes a cheering crowd to finish her race at Swope Park 114 Sports LEFT: Always one step ahead, Carrie Conard, 9. tries to maintain her position BELOW: After a tough race, a few team members take a welcome fruit and water break JV CHS OPPONENT 30 26 VARSITY CHS OPPONENT 30 26 Lee's Summit 33 23 Southeast 33 24 Parkhill PLACE MEET 8th Park Hill Invitational 5th Liberty Invitational 4th Excelsior Invitational 9th Southeast Invitational 4th Ruskin Invitational 2nd Grandview Invitational 4th Lee's Summit Invitational 8th District Lisa Mitchell, 9, enters the finishing gate after a last minute push. Sports 115 m I E,Y P3 Q I I Varsity starts with a bang but ends with a fizzle v wi_i_:i_ i ui 11___i_ Tough and sweaty practices starting in mid August paid off for Varsity volleyball. The season started off with a bang. For the first time in Center history, the volleyball team had a Blue-Cold game. A good number of students and parents attended to show their support. The team also had the spirited support of the Yell- leaders. The games were close and exciting, but even still the support and spirit dwindled as the season pro- gressed. Annette Davis, 12, explained, I think it started off really well, but once we lost a couple of games we also lost the school's support. But despite the lack of support the season proved to be a success. Varsi- ty ended up with a winning record of 11-7 and the girls came to know and like one another. Mindy Turner, 11, pointed out, We're not all involved in the same activities, but we like each other and share something spe- cial with volleyball. Lori Slyter stated, We even had a two hour long talk to bring things out in the open; not many teams would do that. The extensive practices, tough games and emotional moments paid off for the team. The girls developed lasting friendships and some fun memories. ABOVE: After Diane Batliner, 12, spikes the ball, the rest of the team covers the block RIGHT During a time out Coach Matulis and Coach Griffal give a quick pep talk 116 Sports With a look of determination, Erika Blacksher, 12, serves the ball Lori Slyter. 12. sets a high set for Tina Hurtado. 12, to spike CHS OPPONENT 11-7 1 2 Belton 2 1 North Kansas City 2 0 Excelsior Springs 2 1 Van Horn 1 2 Fort Osage 2 1 Liberty 1 2 Belton 0 2 North Kansas City 2 0 Excelsior Springs 2 1 Ruskin 0 2 Fort Osage 0 2 Liberty 2 0 Ruskin 2 0 Blue Springs SENIORS AND IUNIORS - Front Row Dinah Casey. Erika Blacksher, Lori Slyter, Paula Carter, Diane Batliner, Tina Hurtado, Mindy Turner. Lori Sisk, Annette Davis, lean Scanlon, Susan Meiners, Back Row Manager Dawn Williams, Kris Hase, Coach Val Matulis, Coach Myra Criffal, Amy Eaton, Manager Theresa Johnston. Not Pictured: Becky Rice. Melanie Schmedding, Teresa Donahue Sports 117 AI___I__ITVPQI | J.V. personality differences cause inconsistency T W L_ L_L_ r U I I l_l_ ).V. finished off the season with seven wins and seven losses. Bettering their record was one of the goals mentioned by J.V. coach Myra Criffal. She also stated, We try to develop basic volleyball skills so the girls will have a better record and try to get the idea of working on a team sport and still enjoy it ' The majority of the girls did enjoy this season. I had fun this year because most the girls liked each other and Coach Criffal never let us get down on our- selves ' stated Teresa Donahue, 11. But even still, personality differ- ences caused inconsistency on the court. Jean Scanlon explained, At first there were a few personality conflicts and as the year went on I saw more and more. This inconsistency hurt the girls' record and in turn hurt school sup- port. Starting off the season with two wins in a row and finishing with a los- ing streak was disappointing for the hopeful team. But Coach Criffal summed it up when she commented, The support will improve when we improve. m CHS Opponent 7-7 2 1 North Kansas City 2 0 Belton 1 2 Excelsior Springs 2 0 Van Horn 0 2 Fort Osage 2 0 Liberty 0 2 Belton 2 1 North Kansas City 1 2 Excelsior Springs 2 0 Ruskin 1 2 Fort Osage 0 2 Liberty 2 1 Ruskin 0 2 Blue Springs Susan Meiners, 11, covers for the block behind spiker Amy Eaton, 11 118 Sports Teammates wait with anticipation for the ball to be retrieved by Amy Eaton. 11 BELOW lumping high off the ground for a good spike, lulie Koncak. 10, scores a point ABOVE Getting psyched for the game. Kris Hase, 11, begins clapping Sports 119 _V _ALI PYPQI______________L Hectic conditions cause problems for Freshmen V W I— I— L_ I U T 1_ L_ Making adjustments proved to be a big factor for the Freshman volleyball team. With Varsity, J.V., and Fresh- men all trying to practice at one time, things got a little hectic. Cindy Curless, 9, stated, I didn't like the practices because it was too crowded; we always had to use the other nets instead of the game net. Some players felt the crowded condi- tions hurt their record. Shana Cunneen, 9, remarked, I think we would've done much better if we could've had the whole gym. An- other factor was the different atti- tudes of the teams. Coach Bev Kowalczyk noted, Basically at the ju- nior high level there was more of a fun attitude; here it is a little more se- rious. Despite the adjustments, the team got a lot accomplished during the season. Coach Kowalczyk said, I feel as if we developed a lot of potential in the Freshmen and a sense of work- ing as a team. Even though the team ended up with a 3-8 record, the young team surprised the coaches when they beat Winnetonka. It was the highlight of the season, reported the coach. With all the changes and adjust- ments the Freshmen had to make, a negative attitude might be expected. But the majority of the girls held out the full season and were eager to play next year. Cheryl Snapp, 9, pro- claimed, I had fun this year; I'm anx- ious to play again. ABOVE: Cindy Curless, 9, and Sheila Inman, 9, nearly collide while trying to set up the ball ABOVE RIGHT: Taking a dive to save a point. Shana Cunneen. 9. bumps the ball 120 Sports CHS Opponent 3-8 1 2 Fort Osage 0 2 Palmer 0 2 Turner Highland 2 0 Blue Valley 1 2 Grandview East 0 2 Fort Osage 0 2 Smith Hale 2 1 Lee's Summit 1 2 William Chrisman 2 1 Winnetonka 0 2 Bridger BELOW: Sheila Inman takes a fall while trying for a tough serve from the opposing team SOPHOMORES AND FRESHMEN - Front Row Diane Donaldson. Sheila Inman. Angela Manning. Tom Craig. Coach Bev Kowalczyk. Tammy Kloiber, Cindy Curless. Terri Gragg. Lisa Shiflet; Back Row Manager Denise Bell, Lynn Marley. Connie Perahoritis. Barbara Randall. Donna Tavernaro, Shana Cunneen, Julie Koncak. Cheryl Snapp, Andrea Poisner. Della Heidebrmk, Marissa Ogg, LeAnn Totty. Manager lana DiVilbiss LEFT Diane Donaldson claps to get the team's spirit back up after losing a point. Sports 121 tf in Nig Varsity team stresses improvements over victories T L_T I I I I This year's varsity team finished the season with a 2-10 overall record and a 2-6 record in conference. One of the successful things about this year's team was that after being beaten by Excelsior Springs and Belton we came back to beat them the second time around, noted Coach Tom Grow. Sara Westgate was this year's num- ber one varsity player and also the teams captain She finished the district tournament in the quarter-finals, scor- ing 4 points for the team. I am really proud of this team; they really gave it their all, stated Sara. As the season began with long. hot, and hard practices, with tem- peratures on the court wavering near or above the 120 degree mark, the team was hard at work. All the practice was hard, but I enjoyed all the exercise and being able to play tennis everyday with my friends, stated Ami Bruce, 10, the youngest member on this year's varsity tennis team. Although varsity did not do as well as they had hoped, they commented on how much they improved over the season. Coach Grow really helped me a lot, stated Cindy Connet, 11. TENNIS SQUADS—Front Row Cindy Connet, Ami Bruce. Sara Westgate, Kerry Hollrah. lolie Ogg, Les- lie Adkins; Second Row Lori Crawford. Becky Bauer. Suzanne Meyer, LHy Kanter. Dana Charles. Kath- erine Maas, Holly Irwin. Back Row Coach Tom Grow, Karla Winterowd, Simone Leibman. Carla DiRaimo. Traci Masters, Ellen Bartimus. Jennifer Davis. Not Pictured Julie Combs, Julie Rubins RIGHT Varsity team member Cindy Connet. 11, shows her strong backhand MIDDLE RIGHT Katherine Maas, 12, watches her doubles partner make a strong return. FAR RIGHT; Varsity's youngest player. Ami Bruce, 10. returns a low ground shot. 122 Sports CHS OPPONENT 2-10 0 5 Lee's Summit 2 3 Grandview 0 5 Liberty 2 3 Excelsior Springs 2 3 Belton 0 5 North Kansas City 0 5 Sunset Hills 0 5 Liberty 3 2 Excelsior Springs 4 1 Belton 0 5 North Kansas City 1 4 Truman Sports 123 TPM IN IQ Underclassmen promote hopeful outlook i i_ i 11 11 _j This year's junior Varsity tennis team was unique for several reasons. First, the team was composed of nine freshmen and four sophomores; sec- ond, for such a young team their record was 6-5 overall and 5-3 for conference play. We really worked hard and had a terrific coach to help us improve to our best possible,” said Jennifer Davis, 10. There is a tremendous advantage to having such a young team, Coach Grow explained, The number of re- turning players will really make the team click since they already know what is expected of them in the com- ing season.” Several people on the team had honors awarded to them. This year's player with the honor of the most won matches at any level was Junior Varsity player Becky Bauer, 9. In conference, junior Varsity fin- ished second with nine points. A very fine accomplishment, noted Coach Grow. Even though the season was not extremely profitable, it did promote hopeful looks toward the 1981-1982 junior Varsity team. Since the entire Junior Varsity team was all underclassmen, there is hope for a winning team next year. We will go to state,” finished Julie Combs, 10. ABOVE: Lon Crawford. 10, offers water to her op- ponent from Liberty during one of the many hot days during match season. RIGHT Showing her form during a long match, Dana Charles. 11, concentrates on a winning strat- egy 124 Sports LEFT While pondering his strategy for the next Ju- nior Varsity match. Coach Tom Grow relaxes mo- mentarily. ABOVE: Julie Combs, 9, and Lori Crawford, 10, discuss strategy CHS OPPONENT 6-5 5 Lee's Summit 0 Grandview 2 Liberty 2 Excelsior Springs 0 Belton 5 North Kansas City 5 Liberty 2 Excelsior Springs 0 Belton 5 North Kansas City 3 Truman 10, concen- For her next match Lon Crawford, trates on learning her strokes Sports 125 P Ql I Season progresses with hair raising games U I ) LTUI 11_I_ The most exciting moment of the season was when we played at Liberty; there were signs up every- where, the fans were rowdy and we put it to 'em ' commented joe Dee Beach, 12. And put it to them they did, Liberty's Courtwarming proved victorious for Center. This January 9th away game turned out to be rough and tumble game. With a winning score of 45 to 33 it be- came one of the most memorable games for everyone, players and fans alike. When the Liberty band played, You've Said It All , Centerites unexpectedly finished the song with, When you say, Yellowjackets, you said it all! The January 19th Center vs. Southwest game resulted in another hair raising match of skills. Jon Koncak, 12, shone with 40 points. The game was close through its en- tirety. Jim Mosby, 12, stated, Southwest was a real close game; it was tough and we still came out on top. The season started off with two high scoring wins for Center. But as the season progressed the games got closer. This might be explained by a certain amount of individualism among the players. Brian Eubanks, 12, mentioned, Sometimes we work together, but we're really off and on; there have even been a couple of close fights during prac- tices. As the season went on they started playing together again with a winning streak of five games in a row. Jon Koncak, 12, noted, We play as a team pretty much; we started off kind of slow, but we've started coming together more and more. The team had talent, especially with Jon Koncak, 12, being ranked as one of the top four centers in Missouri. But their best moments on the court were described by Brian Eubanks, 12, when he said, On the court, whenever we really come to- gether, we play great; closeness like that helps. ABOVE: Attempting a lay up, Andy VanSlyke, 12, drives past East opponents. RIGHT Jon Koncak, 12, slam dunks during a home game ‘ 126 Sports LEFT: Focusing his attention on the basket, lack Steiner, 12, shoots a free throw BELOW: In a game against Raytown, Dan Searls, 12, makes a pass from the top of the key VARSITY SQUAD—Coach Bob Bessenbacher, Steve Miles, Dee Beach, Todd Koelling, |im Mosby. Brian Sinclair, Dan Brian Eubanks, Tom Shaffer, Andy VanSlyke, Jon Koncak, )oe Searls. Sports 127 PPl KP'TrPPH________I_ Extra publicity adds excitement to season ui -J i_iui 11__i__ Thinking. That may be what Koncak, who averages about 30 points a game, does best.'' Quotes such as these in the Kansas City Star were numerous this season. And along with the attention received by the 6'10” Koncak came the extra at- tention and write ups for the entire team. This extra publicity affected each player slightly different. For ex- ample, Andy VanSlyke, 11, com- mented, The publicity doesn't have a whole lot of effect, but I kind of like it, and it gets the team written up more and brings in a few more spectators.” And jack Steiner, 12, re- plied, The publicity is good and bad; it brings more attention to the team, but with that it brings along some problems.” As always there were problems this season. But when a player was down or playing poorly, joe Dee Beach was said to have helped lift spirits. Brian Eubanks, 12, noted, joe Dee always says, 'You're look- ing up or you're looking down;' he always has something positive to say to us all.” Even with the differences and ups and downs, most of the players were close on and off the court. A few members played together on the Independence Recreational sum- mer league. This helped out on the court, jim Mosby, 12, said it best when he replied, Probably the one factor that's helped make us suc- cessful is our togetherness; we're all close friends.” ABOVE Players stand attentive after receiving third place in the Center tournament ABOVE RIGHT: Surprising players and fans alike. Ion Koncak, 12, dunks his first for the season. RIGHT: Andy VanSlyke, 11, takes his time in mak- ing an important free throw shot 128 Sports his dribbling abilities CHS Opponent 21-5 73 63 Lee's Summit 56 47 Raytown 64 67 Bishop Hogan 56 54 William Chrisman 51 57 Shawnee Mission East 60 37 Belton 38 36 Fort Osage 77 54 Northeast 45 33 Liberty 72 50 North Kansas City 49 38 Hickman Mills 64 46 Excelsior Springs 90 46 Ruskin 63 58 Lee's Summit 72 63 Park Hill 42 37 Blue Valley 64 37 Belton 72 39 Fort Osage 56 42 Liberty 71 55 North Kansas City 80 52 Excelsior Springs 59 74 Rockhurst Sports 129 RQQ FTRfll I Junior Varsity proves teamwork essential x i TT nrTL r Basketball is really great. It gives me a chance to keep in shape ' commented Tom Allred, 11. Others also used basketball as a way to get into shape for the oncoming track and tennis season. Even though this year's J.V. record was not what they had hoped for, their comments reflected only com- pliments about the team. We've really improved this year, stated Scott Foley, 10. The j.V. coach, Mr. Larry Ford, was new to the job of coaching a junior Varsity team. Coach Ford is really a great coach; he pushes us to be our best. When we work hard in practice and games, he works hard to coach us toward a win ' commented Glen Sands, 11. Several players didn't like the fact that there was no sophomore team. I don't think I had enough exper- ience this year. I hope to get to play more next year. We need a sopho- more team, but floor practice time is already a problem, remarked Curt Arnold, 10. The girls were using the Center North gym for practice time, but we never went over there. Coach Ford used other methods of training, explained Todd Koelling, 11. When asked what the most excit- ing game of the season was, Tom Allred, explained, Against Raytown with six seconds left in the game, CHS is up by two points, with Mike McTernan shooting a free throw. If he makes it we've won, but he missed it. I really know he tried his hardest. He didn't lose the game, we did; we are a team. J.V. SQUAD—Front Row: Kurt Unruh, Curt Ar- Preston Jones. James White, Scott Foley, Pete nold, Walter Thompson, Tom Allred. Kirk Rob- Raske, Albert Janssens, Glen Sands, Coach Larry erts, Mike McTernan; Back Row: Mike Whisler, Ford. Pushing his way through the Hickman Mills defense Kirk Roberts, 11. tries for two Shaking hands after the game Preston Jones, 11, and Scott Foley 10, congratulate an opponent 130 Sports CHS Opponent 8-6 41 37 Lee's Summit 55 56 Raytown 47 81 Shawnee Mission East 40 47 Belton 65 35 Fort Osage 37 40 Northeast 65 53 Liberty 62 46 North Kansas City 38 65 Blue Valley 59 43 Belton 50 37 Fort Osage 46 36 Liberty 62 48 North Kansas City 63 76 Excelsior Springs Playing the position of center Todd Koelling, 11. displays his dribbling ability. Sports 131 pqqkftpqi i Despite few wins. Freshman play competitively UT 1_ I I_ I LJI 11_I_ The boys nervously lined up at the free throw line, anxiously awaiting the final buzzer. The Grandview player shot, and with one second left, the ball fell through the hoop. Thus, the Center Fresh- man team lost to Grandview 39-40. This story seemed to replay itself throughout the Freshman season. Most of our opponents were big- ger than we were and had more practice time; I'd say six out of ten of our games were lost by five points or less, stated Pat Johnston, 9. Practice time and teammwork were listed as needed factors by team members. The team spent much time and practice aiding the other teams (such as Junior Varsity) in drills, etc. We never had time to practice as a team, confided Paul Butler, 9. But how do the boys feel on the amount of teammwork they had? Although the boys, worked pretty good together, as stated by Butler, teammwork was stressed heavily by the boys when asked to define a successful team. My idea of a successful team is five people, on the court at one time, playing to- gether as a team and not individuals; plus, everyone trying to play their best to win the game ' cited Fresh- man player Steve Aaron. As for playing together, Coach Howard Glavin had this to say about the team. It took the boys a little while to come together, coming from different schools, confessed Glavin. We were probably a little small, competing against people big- ger than we were. Our practice schedule was also complicated. We weren't sure when we'd practice or how long. Despite all this, I feel the boys played well together, conclud- ed Glavin. We had a lot of talent and it took time for us to come to- gether, finished Aaron. When asked if there was anything they'd like done differently, the players generally agreed on more practice time; time set aside for the Freshmen to practice with the Fresh- men. More attention was also listed as something they wished they'd had more of - attention, such as be- ing included in the morning an- nouncements. Such was the saga of the first year of the Freshman Basketball team at the high school. Summariz- ing, Butler stated, Although we haven't been very successful win- ning, I've learned a lot this year. FRESHMAN SQUAD—Front Row: Ken lohnson. Paul Butler, Paul Howe, Lonnie Carter, Randy Soltz, Eddy Mathany. Clint Slusher. Back Row Steve Aaron, Russell Liberty, Mike Fugitt, Bob Gilbertson, Eric Ellegard, Pat Johnston, Tracy Webb Not Pictured: Steve Holmes RIGHT Moving on a fastbreak, Paul Butler, 9, drib- bles downcourt 132 Sports LEFT: Eric Ellegard, 9, attempts to tip the ball to teammate Paul Howe. 9. BELOW Releasing the ball for a free throw. Steve Aaron, 9, waits in expectation CHS OPPONENT 2-12 34 73 Bridger 55 39 Excelsior Springs 37 50 Winnetonka 62 73 Lee's Summit 45 58 Palmer 54 61 North Kansas City 33 51 Raytown South 36 41 Grandview East 41 42 North Kansas City 39 40 Grandview 33 52 William Chrisman 47 46 North Kansas City 42 47 Pemday 39 44 Ervin Jr. High ■ Paul Butler. 9, prepares to move the ball on of- fense Sports 133 rqqkptpqi i Team learns valuable lesson from new season LJ1 r 7TVL_ I U ll_ I_ Finding a seat at a girls' varsity basketball game wasn't too hard, but despite the slim attendance the team learned some valuable lessons and possible solutions to their failing attendance. Perhaps the most profound of these lessons was that of not de- pending on one member to carry the rest of the team. After julia Koncak was injured, the team real- ized that they needed to pull them- selves together and work more like a team instead of depending on one person, like Julia, pointed out Coach Debbie Artman. I was really proud how the team finished out the year; we proved to ourselves we could win ' concluded the coach. One main reason that the girls' games had very few spectators was that they were scheduled on the same nights as the boys'. This, many team members felt, drew many potenial fans from the girls' game. It seemed every time we had a game the guys had a home game or tournament, stated Leah Breck- enridge, If we could have sched- uled our games on a Friday I think a lot more people would have showed up and this would have al- lowed the band and drill team to perform, which would have drawn even more peole, concluded Leah. I think girls' basketball is just as exciting as guys; I only wish they would compromise on the schedule,” summed up Roger Heard. ABOVE: Following through on an outside pass, lamie Collins, 11, looks for the rebound RIGHT: Setting up an offensive play Sara Westgate. Leah Breckenridge, Karen Ferguson, lamie Collins, wait for the ball UPPER RIGHT: Putting on the half court press Ka- ren Ferguson, 12, Leah Breckenridge, 11, pressure the opponents. 134 Sports LEFT: Taking the ball from the referee. Diane Batlmer. 12, starts the second quarter VARSITY SQUAD—Front Row Coach Debbie Artman, Coach Cal Groff; Second Row Karen Fer- guson, Marsha Ginson, Diane Batliner, Therese Donahue, Tina Hurtado, Julia Koncak, Jamie Collins, Sara Westgate, Janice Mackay. Leah Breckenridge. Debbie Locklear CHS OPPONENT 14-1 1 52 28 Blue Valley 67 34 Ruskin 56 40 O'Hara 33 66 Hickman Mills 45 48 Truman 60 37 Belton 46 58 Fort Osage 61 42 Raytown 40 44 Liberty 72 54 Grandview 39 51 North Kansas City 66 42 William Chrisman 44 32 Shawnee Mission South 36 37 Oak Park 30 45 Leavenworth 39 44 Ruskin 87 54 Excelsior Springs 52 40 O'Hara 53 50 Blue Springs 59 55 Lee's Summit 55 38 Belton 51 52 Fort Osage 40 44 Liberty 39 51 North Kansas City 87 54 Excelsior Springs Looking for an opening in the defense. Leah Breckenridge makes a pass. Sports 135 RPic KPr-rnPii i___________ Team struggles with losses, keeps determination U I 1_JI l_ I U 11__I_ Looking around the bleachers at a girls' Junior Varsity Basketball game, one could see very few spectators. Out on the court one could hardly tell the difference from a Varsity Girls' game except for, possibly, the score and the coach. At the j.V. game, the coach sat placidly as the girls hustled back and forth, up and down the court, unlike the Varsity game, where the coach yelled need- ed information to players-and most importantly encouragement. Despite this, the team kept push- ing themselves. As for dedication, I put as much of myself into it as possible. True, we didn't win many games, but we really did put our- selves into it, explained Stephanie Simson, 10. The team isn't winning, and because of that I think it's great the way they continue to try their hardest, commented manager Lori Williams. Also needed among the players was unity for executing plays as a team. Our main problem was the I team, certain individuals playing as a individuals instead of as a unit, con- fided Debbie Locklear, 11. Most of the players worked really hard. Even so, it would really be nice if the people could compliment one an- other instead of gripe, added The- rese Donahue, 11. Describing the season, the players saw definite improvement. After a series of practices, the girls felt changes had occurred. Our de- fense started getting better and we started working together around the middle of the season. We didn't have a bench, so everyone played. The J.V. team readies us for Varsity and the coaches look for and recog- nize this, explained Junior player Cheryl Eimer. Success would be getting everyone to work together. I think we really could win if every- one worked together, reflected Donahue. Amidst the things listed as things they'd like to do over, came a more caring coach, more people (depth), and better teamwork. I've learned more this year, simply because I've played so much concluded Eimer. If we started all over, I'd like more team practice, winning once in awhile, and everyone working to- gether, summarized Locklear. ABOVE Attempting a goal. Therese Donahue, 11, moves between defenders. RIGHT: Surrounded by opponents, Stephanie Simson, 10. puts the ball up. 136 Sports 9 f is LEFT: Andi Czarlinsky, 10, moves to get back on defense BELOW LEFT: As Debbie Locklear, 11, passes inbounds, Stephanie Simson, 10, counters her JUNIOR VARSITY—Front Row Cheryl Eimer, Linda Mitchell, Debbie Locklear Back Row Coach Debbie Artman, Kris Hase, Traci Masters, Therese Donahue. Stephanie Simson, Andi Czarlinsky, Angie Sanders, Coach Cal Groff CHS OPPONENTS 016 21 45 Blue Valley 24 36 Truman 18 32 Belton 17 49 Fort Osage 28 44 Raytown 15 50 Liberty 21 50 Grandview 17 37 North Kansas City 20 47 William Chrisman 18 29 Ruskin 40 45 Excelsior Springs 27 33 Belton 32 49 Fort Osage 37 53 Liberty 37 60 North Kansas City 42 43 Excelsior Springs Andi Czarlinsky, 10. goes for the shot as Della Heidbrink, 9, looks on Sports 137 Teamwork, closeness produce successful season U I—M’ l I LJI I L_ L_ With the hours of practice and the time the girls spent building up their endurance levels, and despite the near cancellation of the team before it began, the freshmen sea- son ended in success. The team was nearly cancelled because of the de- layed appointment of a coach and a lack of girls interested in the team. Mrs. Susan Poppe became the girls' coach shortly before practices began. The girls really appreciated their coach's constant understanding and direction. They attributed much of their success to her guidance. The whole team thinks a lot of her and that makes a lot of difference in the way we play, stated leannie Kee, 9. Because the team consisted of only eight members, the girls worked extra hard to get along with one another. Our teamwork is our most valuable quality because we all work together excellently ' ex- plained Della Heidbrink, 9. Our team is like one big, happy family, added Micki Watson, 9. GIRLS' FRESHMAN SQUAD—Front Row Rhonda Grant, Toni Fuqua Back Row: Coach Susan Poppe, Lisa Mitchell. Melissa Albright. Suzanne Meyer. Shana Cunneen, Della Heidbrink, Micki Watson. Kathy Keller, leannie Kee, Roger Heard, manager RIGHT: Despite opponents' defense, leannie Kee, 9, adds two more points to the score 138 Sports k m CHS OPPONENT 37 25 Blue Valley 53 36 Palmer A 40 27 Grandview East 33 55 Pearson Jr. High 26 23 Winnetonka 42 50 Wm. Chrisman 30 20 Blue Valley Palmer tournament 26 25 Ray South 33 36 Smith Hale 38 49 O'Hara Della Heidbrink, 9, awaits the return of the ball Sports 139 Varsity squad considers efforts worthwhile Aching muscles, scratches, bruises, sprains, and dislocated shoulders or knees frequently resulted from the six minute encounters. It would seem that the roughness of the sport would discourage the boys; however, most of the wrestlers ex- pressed that it only motivated them further. It gives you a strong sense of accomplishment to stick it out and do something that might be a little tough on you, commented jack Brandom, 12. Due to the many injuries, the sea- son was slightly tougher than usual. The recurrent injuries affected their performance. The wrestlers tried to overcome this through dedication. Shannon Blackwood, 12, explained, The majority of the wrestlers really dedicated themselves, even if they were injured they still put everything they had into each of the matches. Though wrestling required a lot of hard work and self-discipline, most of the wrestlers admitted that the rewards of the sport outweighed the problems. Wrestling has given me a sense of accomplishment and a lot of self-satisfaction; knowing that I can do something well, re- plied Danny Garcia, 11. VARSITY SQUAD—Front Row Todd Swartz, 11, ager Jeremiah Randolf, 11, Craig Long, 12, Joe David Welsh, 9, Danny Garcia, 11, Mike Mont- Deardorff, 12, Jack Brandom, 12, Greg Welsh, gomery. 9, Mark Miles, 10, Rick King, 11, Mark 12, Mike lones. 11, Shannon Blackwood, 12, Sartory, 10. Back Row Coach Tom Irvin, man- Mark Swendrowski, 12, Coach Dave Purviance To acknowledge his victory, the umpire raises Ju- nior Danny Garcia's hand ABOVE RIGHT: After a meet. Mark Eimer, 12, con- gratulates Jack Brandom, 12, on his performance. RIGHT: Poised in his starting position, Rick King, 11, anxiously awaits the bell. 140 Sports LEFT: Shannon Blackwood, 12, demonstrates a starting position BELOW With only a few seconds remaining on the clock, Greg Welsh, 12. forces his opponent to a pin CHS OPPONENT 4-6-1 32 39 Truman 58 12 Hickman Mills Liberty Quad - 1st 35 30 Cameron 53 24 Odessa 53 19 Raytown 10 49 Excelsior Springs 18 50 North Kansas City 30 42 Liberty Raymore Pecular Quad- 43 26 Raymore Peculiar 58 14 Pern Day 34 36 Pleasant Hill 35 35 Rockhurst Grandview Quad - 3 29 42 Oak Park 26 42 Grandview 39 27 Rockhurst 27 40 Belton 33 38 Fort Osage 4th Center Invitational Tournament 7th Oak Park Invitational Tournament 6th North Kansas City Invitational 7th District Tournament Sports 141 UP J.V. Squad gains experience, prepares for future VV I I______) I I___II I VJ In a few years we should have a champion team, because we'll have the experience of a lot of four-year members,'' explained Todd Swartz, 11. Although the addition of fresh- men caused a few problems in oth- er areas, it benefitted the wrestling program. Even though strength played an important role in the matches, most wrestlers agreed that experience was the key factor behind the sport. David Stroud, 9, commented, I'm glad I got started in wrestling my freshman year, because the more experience you have the better off you will be. As well as providing the less ex- perienced members with the chance to sharpen their skills, some of the J.V. wrestlers expressed that wres- tling gave them the opportunity to prove themselves. Steve Mosby, 9, replied, When you're wrestling, it's just you out there and you have to go all out because if you mess up there is no one else to blame. CHS OPPONENT 3-4-1 6 45 Truman 58 22 Hickman 44 24 Raytown 0 70 Excelsior Springs 3 64 North Kansas City 44 18 Liberty 19 49 Rockhurst 36 36 Belton Tyler Cox, 10, breaks out of his opponent's hold 142 Sports LEFT: Charles Christy, 11, struggles to take his op- ponent down. FAR RIGHT: Todd Wilcher, 10, tries to force his opponent to the mat BELOW: With his opponent in a head lock, Mark Sartory. 10, attempts a pin J.V. SQUAD—Front Row, Manager Lynn Marley, 9, John Stone, 9, David Stroud, 9, Dan Crouch, 9, Steve Mosby, 9, Scott Ponick, 9, manager Carrie Conard, 9. Back Row: manager Carol Brown, 10, Bob Oxler, 9, Jim Kissinger, 10, Bill Goodson, 10, Chuck Potter, 10, James Russell. 11, Tom Smith, 9. Sports 143 Swimmers improve times, two attend state meet II III IVJ Swim teams in the past may have had more successful seasons on pa- per, but according to Coach John Musgrave and the team members, the swim program has achieved a great deal throughout the year. As far as practice goes, we're improving, commented Mr. Musgrave. It's nice to win, but if the kids are lowering their times, then we're successful. The primary difficulty the team encountered was the small number participating. We have a lot of talent in differ- ent areas, but we still have a hard time covering them due to our size, stated Kent Brisley, 12. Schools like Park Hill and Raytown have 30 to 40 kids on their teams, added Mr. Musgrave. We have 15, and that makes it a little tougher. But despite problems with team size, two swimmers qualified for state competition. Kent Brisley quali- fied in diving, and took first in every meet but two. Scott Kennedy, 11, satisfied state requirements in the 200, 100, and 50 yard freestyle, the 200 yard individual medley, and the 100 yard breast stroke events. For our number we've done well, added Mr. Musgrave. The team is getting more competitive, and that has taken hard work. ABOVE: While Frank Sbisa, 12, watches a race, Mr. Musgrave checks his stop watch. RIGHT Plunging through the water, Kent Brisley, 12, performs another dive. 144 Sports SWIM SQUAD—Front Row Jim Kuecker. Bob Bloom, Rich Caffrey, Greg Bueker, Scott Hooper, Jim Albright, Frank Sbisa; Back Row Robbie Gillenwater, Wayne Janzen, Doug Darbyshire, Gregg Peters, Chris FioreHa, Scott Kenndy, John Snider, Kent Brisley, Mark Eaton, Coach Musgrave CHS Opponent 2-8 50 121 Truman 66 103 Liberty 77 88 Blue Springs 95 69 Southwest 56 115 Park Hill 50 117 Raytown South 76 92 St. joe Central 61 106 Raytown 22 61 Pem Day 49 32 Blue Valley Sports 145 Being a manager makes me feel like an important part of the team ' commented girls' Basketball Manager Dianne Christy, 10. Center's sports' managers have played a vital role in the success of the teams, but many students don't realize the time and effort put forth by them. I spend an hour to two hours every day after school with the team, and then about four hours at games,'' stated Dianne. Most managers chose their jobs simply through enjoyment of the sport. I wasn't able to play on the team, but I really enjoy football, re- marked Football Manager David Smothers, 11. I felt the girls would have a great year, and I wanted to be a part of it ' stated girls Basketball Manager Roger Heard, 12. Basic duties of managers included such areas as equipment care, first aid procedures, game charts, getting water and towels, and checking out uniforms, but duties varied from sport to sport. My main duties involved helping with drills and filming the games, stated Roger. Most managers agreed that many rewards could be gained from their positions on the teams. You get to meet people from other schools all the time, stated boys' Basketball Manager Andy Slusher, 11, and your interest is in- creased in all school sports, not just your own. Players really helped when some managers were sick ' Andy contin- ued. Managers appreciate polite players. They make it easier for ev- eryone. ABOVE: Wayne Locklear, 9, keeps stats for the freshman boys' basketball team. ■ ■ ■ ■ ■ � ■ M H ■ Managers devote time, effort to success of teams 146 Sports FAR LEFT David Smothers. 11, folds football uni- forms for the varsity team. LEFT: At a boys' varsity basketball game. Andy Slusher, 11, raises the player name board GIRLS VARSITY BASKETBALL MANAGERS—Front Row Jacki Smart. Dianne Christy. Leah Frazier Back Row: Kim Romi, Lorie Williams, Roger Heard, Diane Wemzirl, Rhonda Collins. Sports 147 APwSITY SQUAD Varsity cheerleading squad just one big family V __ ▼ was the most exciting moment in my ca- reer of cheerleading ' commented Nancy Clark, 11. Nancy added that she enjoyed being a varsity cheerleader immensely, and that only a few drawbacks came with the job. It took up a lot of time ' she stated. Julie Tavernaro, 11, entertained the idea of being a col- lege cheerleader and decided she would enjoy it. Yes, I'm interested, but college cheerleading is more difficult, she said. Several requirements were needed to try out for the var- sity cheerleading squad. A member of the Spirit Club the previous year, a 2.0 grade average, teacher evaluations, an original cheer, two required cheers, and a novelty cheer filled these requirements. Kevin Levine, a sophomore yell leader, expressed a mutu- al attitude shared by the other members of the squad. The job is very demanding and you have to devote a lot of time, money, and hard work. The squad is always counting on you to be there. We're like a family; if some- one is absent, it's not the same. Jeff Davis, another sophomore yell leader, rated on a scale from one to five, the student body's spirit at sports activities. It's about three and one-half, but it's getting bet- ter. Kristin Zinn, 12, considered the rating to be a four. ABOVE RIGHT Engrossed in the basketball game, Kevin Levine, 10, Mike Mahoney. 12, and Sandi Meyer. 11. watch with rapt attention. RIGHT Trying to follow the actions of Debbie Aar- on, 12, Victoria Caruso participates in a cheer 148 Activities 'The people I work with are so neat! —Patsy Tavernaro, 12. LEFT: Contributing to the spirit of the Blue and Cold game is Nancy Clark, 11. BELOW The Yell Leaders form a pyramid to hold up Mike Middleton, 10, as he shouts a chant VARSITY SQUAD-Nancy Clark. Jeff Davis, lulie Tavernaro. Kevin Levine. Sandi Meyer, lim Hamrick. Debbie Aaron, Mike Middleton, Kristin Zinn. Tom Tavernaro. Patsy Tavernaro. Mike Mahoney Activities 149 HEERLEADERS Chanting spiritedly throughout the games involved only one of the junior Varisty squad's responsibilities. Their duties began early in the summer when they practiced an hour each morning and continued throughout the year as they practiced an hour each week. They decided not to attend camp, but instead, to spend their money on new uniforms. They held carwashes and sold pens to raise mon- ey. Being a good cheerleader took a lot of time and effort, but the girls felt it was rewarding. Being a cheerleader has helped me to become more outgoing,” expressed Mary Grooms, 10. The Freshman squad held as many responsibilities as the Junior Varsity squad. They also decided not to attend camp, but practice each morning during the summer and an hour each week throughout the year. They also attended not only freshmen games, but varsity and junior varsity sports as well. Captain Becky Bauer added, Being a cheerleader has taught me self-discipline.” Cheerleaders learn to handle responsibilities IV SQUAD-Bottom lill Sappington, Lorie Cowan. Leianne Whittle, captian; Middle Mary Grooms, Melinda Baughman; Top Cari Franke IV leads cheers at home football game 150 Activities ''Cheerleading gets a little hectic, but it's worth it. —Leianne Whittle, 11. LEFT: lumping high at a Varsity game. Leianne Whittle shows school spirit BELOW Lorrie Cowan and Mary Grooms lead the c - wd in cheers at a |V game ABOVE FRESHMAN SQUAD-Front Row Mary Flack; Back Row Tiffany Rawlings, Kathy Hall, Mendy Wilson. Jennifer Roudebush. Becky Bauer, captain LEFT: During a freshman football game. Kathy Hall takes a break Activities 151 RESTLETTES Devoted Wrestlettes faithfully distribute spirit and support While two young men struggled for a victory, chants and applause echoed from the walls of the gymnasium. Not only at this match, but throughout the entire sea- son, the support of the Wrestlettes never faltered. Wrestler Todd Swartz, 11, commented, They were always there whenever we needed their support.'' I really enjoyed cheering for the guys because it makes me feel like I'm doing something for my school, explained captain Theresa Johnston, 12. However, the title, Wrestlette, entailed much more than just cheering for the guys. Cheering at volleyball games, attending football and basketball games, and decorating lockers comprised only a few of the many other activities required of the squad. Late in October, a reorganization of leadership complicat- ed their activities when the original captain, the only exper- ienced member, quit the team. Theresa commented, We were left not knowing how to do a lot of things. RIGHT With a lively cheer, Wrestlettes encourage the boys ABOVE RIGHT Closely watching the game, Robin Natus, 11, records the scores ABOVE Lisa Fiorella, 12, Kim Karriker. 12, and Julie Read, 11, chant enthusiastically 152 Activities 'I wanted to do something special my senior year ' —Kim Karriker,12, LEFT: In between cheers, Lisa Fiorella, 12, Kim Karnker. 12, and Kelley Tedlock, 11, discuss the meet LOWER LEFT: Lisa Fiorella, 12, and Kim Karriker, 12, intently watch the match RILL TEAM New rules bring changes in format for Drill Team D Dancing under the bright lights of the football field, the Drill Team performed their halftime routine, smiling enthusiastical- ly. Throughout the season, the Drill Team danced at each home game. Striving for improvement, the girls began practices during the hot summer months. Starting in july, they worked diligently until the end of the basketball season. Their schedule usually consisted of practices three times a week and everyday if there was a game that week During practices we had trouble with discipline, Senior Kelly Porter stated The girls would talk and goof around. Officers threatened the girls with demerits, but that had lit- tle effect. In early winter, they broke the team up into four squads to dispel talking and to have less confusion. The co- captains, Cigi Touslee, 12, and Sharon Heilman, 12, and Ser- geants-at-Arms, Caren Eisenstein, 12, and Kelly Porter, 12, headed the groups, which helped lessen the problem. Because of the new control, many students said they thought the Drill Team had improved from previous years and that they really enjoyed watching them. The drills per- formed had more dance and entertainment movements. Cigi Touslee choreographed many that the audience viewed. By thinking up the dances myself I tried to make them more entertaining and up-to-date, Gigi commented. While having new ideas for dances, limitations on what could and could not be done was enforced more strongly. The administration called certain hip movements 'suggestive' to the audience and would not allow the team to perform them. Other limitations occurred during the summer when the captains could not require the girls to attend all the practices. Also, wearing the uniforms to school was option- al. If a team member chose not to buy the uniform she didn't have to. Although the year brought many changes, most of the team enjoyed it. julie Conway, 11, summed up the girls' feelings, The year had many ups and downs but I feel the team as a whole had fun, she said. ABOVE RIGHT Executing a dance move the Drill Team performs at a game RIGHT Standing in line the Drill Team waits anx- iously at Missouri University 154 Activities PRECISIONETTES - Front Row Co-Captains Sharon Heilman. Cigi Touslee, Back Row: Tracey Pomck, Lon Slyter, Pam Douglas. Pam Singer. Mindy Meyer, Allison Ramey, Michelle Melson. Jody Canino. Stacy Talpers. Jane Mandabac. Lisa Yoksh, Beth Young. Dana Bardwell, Julie Alport, Missy Han- over, Jana Teefey, Lynn Dempsey, Jeanie Ducate, Cindi Berger. Karen Claar, Caren Eisenstein, Kelly Porter. Gail Grauberger, Julie Conway, Jill Clemmons. Kathy Perahoritis. Gina Touslee, Amy Howk, Kim Mooney. Jackie Morton. Lee Ann King, Tammie Clemmons. At a football game. Juniors |ill Clemmons and Beth Young walk to the victory line Activities 155 SPIRIT CLUB Successful year revives spirit of apathetic student body Spirit Club's main objective was to in- crease school spirit as a whole. I feel that we have maintained our goal, the spirit seems to be strong throughout the school ' commented sergeant-at-Arms, Susan Simon, 10. With the growing popularity of girls' sports, more guys joined so they could support the girls. Breaking the tradition of only girls decorating the guys' lockers, the guys became little brothers to the girl athletes. Kris Hale, 9, remarked, I'm gald to see the girls being supported by the guys; they need recognition too!” Instead of selling candy. Spirit Club sold class T-shirts at the beginning of the year; then during the winter member- ship drive they sold Vellowjacket Power” shirts. We joined with Booster Club in selling the shirts so both clubs could make some money ' explained President Karla Clannon, 12. Some joined Spirit Club so they could get into the games free, but others joined because of the excitement. Since the removal of Spirit Club from Center South Junior last year because of the lack of interest, the Freshmen and Sophomores could re-join Spirit Club here at the high school. I like the Spirit Club a lot better here than at the junior High because it is more organized and there are more people Last year being a cheerleader at South was disappointing because there wasn't a spirit club to support you, but here there are a lot more spiritied people!” re- marked Kris Hale, 9. ABOVE RIGHT Graffiti on windows carries out Spirit Club's homecoming theme. RIGHT Mary Grooms. 10. helps to promote school spirit by decorating Mark Elmer's locker for the football season 156 Activities ■■ Having my locker decorated let me know people were with us. —Mindy Turner, 11. BELOW At the Homecoming game. Spirit Club's section was filled with Center Alumni and future Center students. SPIRIT CLUB OFFICERS: Sergeant-at-Arms, Susan Simon; President, Karla Glannon; Sergeant-at-Arms. Su- san Franke; Vice President. Sarah Talbert. Secretary-Treasurer. Kim Wardlow Jerry Rapp. 12. entertains at the game Activities 157 pir.it week Fifty's theme provides for an original, exciting Spirit Week s Several girls with bobbing pony tails, bright lipstick, letter sweaters, poodle skirts, and saddle shoes bopped through the halls while guys in white t-shirts, rolled up blue jeans, and leather jackets strutted around the school. Al- though this statement sounds like a description of typical high school students 30 years ago, it actually describes Fif- ty's Day, one of several activities held during Spirit Week, which revolved around the theme of American Graffiti. All of the squads got together during the summer and de- cided on this theme, announced Karla Glannon, 12, Spirit Club president. In addition to Fifty's Day, other special days included Dress-Up Day, Preppy Day, Nerd Day, and Blue and Gold Day. Special activities involved the showing of the film American Graffiti, and the holding of special contests dur- ing the lunch shifts-such as the Yellow jello contest and the Goldfish Swallowing Contest. To add to the excitement of Spirit Week, nearly every club worked dilligently on its float, adding the finishing touches. Friday afternoon, the floats paraded around the track. The COE float received best overall award, while the Wrestlettes' float won most spirited, Student Council's float received most creative, and Choir's float carried the best theme. Friday ended with the jackets reigning over the Hickman Cougars in the Homecoming football game and Lori Slyter, 12, being named 1980 Homecoming Queen dur- ing halftime. I was surprised and excited, but I never ex- pected to hear my name announced over the stadium in- tercom, exclaimed Lori. Spirit Week came to a final close Saturday night at the Homecoming Dance where Mike Mahoney, 12, became Mr. Spirit. I have never seen such a spirited Homecoming, de- clared Superintendent Dr. Walter Swanson, at an October board meeting. I was so proud I nearly popped a button. 158 Activities The unique events made Spirit Week especially exciting. — Penny Bridges, 12. LEFT: Taking part in Blue and Gold Day, Scott Riggs, 12, buys a mum As Dean Denis, 12, takes a break, Mark Bundy, 12, works on the band float. if� BELOW Displaying enthusiasm. JV cheerleaders wave to the audience ABOVE: Key Clubbers Mona Stewart, lulie Koncak, and Margaret McKinney show their spirit LEFT Wearing fifties garb, Karla Glannon, 12, and |im Candler, 12. await the bell Activities 159 OMECOMING DANCE Homecoming dance radiates satisfaction and approval U I I Hopping and bopping around and I I around, students participated in the Bunny Hop, amid a soda-shop atmosphere. The Bunny Hop, accompanied by the Twist and other popular 50's dances, livened up the traditional Homecoming dance and helped promote the nostalgic theme, American Graffiti. Many students agreed that this year's dance marked a definite improvement over previous dances. The high atten- dance and variety of music added to the evening's success. Mark Bundy, 12, commented, The D.J. played a wide as- sortment of songs that we could dance to and it wasn't like a rock concert, like many dances have been in the past. Mark later added that he thought the addition of the Freshmen gave the dance spunk. Sherry Talman, 12, ex- claimed, This year everyone danced and this year, for once, the dance was really like a dance. The excitement of the evening built as the attendants gathered in the front of the room, with the announcement of Mike Mahoney, 12, as Mr. Spirit. The excitement seemed to carry over from the night before when Lori Slyter, 12, received her title as the 198081 Homecoming Queen. Mike summed up, I find it really hard to believe that I was chosen, I really feel honored, He added, I thought the dance was very successful because everyone participat- ed and got into the 50's spirit. HOMECOMING COURT Becky Bauer, Julie Combs, Lea Lavish, Ann Graham, Karla Glannon. Lori Slyter. Patsy Tavernaro, Jana Teefey, Nancy Clark. ABOVE RIGHT: Couples enjoy a slow dance as the evening comes to a close. RIGHT Joel Fleschman, 12, and his date enjoy a last dance 160 Activities This dance was much better than previous ones.” —Elaina Holmberg, 12. LEFT Former queen, Kathy Kennedy, and Lori Slyter, 12, embrace immediately following Lori's an- nouncement as queen. BELOW Homecoming Queen Lori Slyter. 12, and Mr Spirit. Mike Mahoney. 12. dance Former Mr Spirit. Greg Leibert, escorts last year's queen. Kathy Kennedy, across the field Activities 161 OURTWARMING f Courtwarming produces good results Fantasy Fantasy. Fantasy? What is all this Fantasy business students asked? Signs cov- ered the walls reading Fantasy; the theme for Courtwarming Teresa Lehr, 11, re- marked. We looked over a lot of themes, someone men- tioned the song by Earth, Wind, and Fire and it sounded good; a lot of the lyrics gave us ideas such as, Come to see a victory. The theme wasn't the only original factor about the dance. The traditional Stu-Co sponsored Snoball dance was replaced by a first for Center; Courtwarming. Many changes went into action including, the date being changed from December to February, a spirit week being added, the royalty nomination procedure being altered, and the royalty being announced at the February 20th home basketball game at halftime, much like Homecoming. These changes caused some controversy. Some students were dis- appointed that another activity would be sports related. Re- becca Kauffman, 12, commented, People involved in sports welcomed the change but the people not involved in sports were unhappy because we have so many sports related activities already. And still others were upset be- cause they had no input into the decision. Karla Glannon, 12, replied. Students were mad because we (Stu-Co) didn't bring it up with the student body. However, there were many positive reactions to the change. Annette Davis, 12, stated, A change needed to be made, Snoball was ob- viously not successful and Court warming sounded like a good change . And positive reactions did result. It was a neat atmosphere, the decorations were really nice and the whole evening was enjoyable. commented Leslie Katz, 12. The decorations were nice but the D.j.'s were weird.'' —Paul Ducate, 9. lifT Rote l jn eavy, Lavl year � Soobal Qunn, passes ihe title on to Debtee Aaron FAR lifT A!tendantv Leah Brerkenrtdge and K k king, congratulate David Atjev Court warming King Activities 163 TUDENT COUNCIL______________ _ Student Council seeks student involvement I think Student Council's purpose is to re- present the student body by acting upon their complaints and requests ' remarked Randi Rittman, 12, Stu-Co president. Trying to serve the student body and making Center a better school concerned Student Council members. But certain factors stood in their way. The first factor involved the ad- ministration. The amount of freedom given to Student Council directly affected what Stu-Co could do for the stu- dents. Jeff Saper, 9, stated, I consider us a student govern- ment and I think the administration could give us more rights so we could do more for the student body. Another factor included a negative attitude from many students. In hopes of student involvement, Stu-Co held all open meetings, used a polling committee, and provided an open meeting during an activity period to discuss any ques- tions from the students. But only six students showed up. Mr. Neal, Stu-Co's new sponsor, explained, I think we're giving opportunities for students to interact, I don't know how receptive they have been, but the vehicle is there for them to use. Aside from trying to fulfill this purpose. Student Council planned many other activities. Heading the list was the plan- ning of Freshmen-Sophomore orientation; two dances, the Icebreaker in September and the Courtwarming in February; a charity fundraiser for March of Dimes; and nine student exchanges. Mr. Neal encouraged student exchanges; he ex- pressed this when he commented, I've enjoyed working with Student Council. I especially encouraged student ex- changes because I think Center is a good school and I think that student exchanges are a good way for the kids to know it. ABOVE RIGHT Rod Wilcoxen, 11, sells Jacket Pow- er towels at Freshman - Sophomore orientation RIGHT Stu-Co officers conduct an October meet- ing during second hour. 164 Activities Stu-Co tries to help students but many goals are out of reach '- Melanie White, 12. LEFT Erika Blacksher, 12, checks on Players 58 membership during orientation. BELOW Recording notes at a Junior class meeting is Junior class sponsor, Mrs. Kowalczyk ABOVE During third lunch shift. Randi Rittman, 12, Stu-Co president, sells Jacket Power towels. Karla Clannon. 12. sells donuts to hungry students on a Friday morning Activities 165 ABOVE: Dennis Bell. 12. converses with a profes- sor at Park College Model U N. TOP RIGHT On Orientation Day, members en- courage others to |oin Poli-Sci CENTER Todd Swartz, 11. listens at Model U N 166 Activities OLI-SCI Students gain knowledge, experience of government p ■ Preparing pumpkins at Unicef's Pumpkin Patch, | sponsoring a Model Election, attending Interna- tional dinners, and participating in Model Senate, Model U N., and Youth in Government allowed students to learn about the community and provoked their inter- est in politics. Political Science Club provided students with the opportunity to be lawyers or jury members at Youth in Government, to sub- mit resolutions and bills at Model U.N. Security Council, and to serve on the International Court of justice. I participated as a lawyer and a legislator in Youth in Government because my friend told me how much fun it was and I wanted to find out what really goes on in government, commented jo Lynne Mor- ton, 12. At Model U N. Security Council, Todd Koelling, 11, re- ceived an award for best pre-filed bill and Lina Stewart, 12, had her resolution passed. Dennis Bell, 12, served on the International Court of Justice in Washington, D C. He competed with hun- dreds of other high school students to become one of the 15 members on the court. Each student prepared a legal brief of an actual case in history explaining what reasoning they believed had been used to reach the court's verdict I was lucky to be chosen out of so many people, exclaimed Dennis. This year's club has changed for the better by becoming more active and having more unity in the club, summed up Lina Stewart, president. Poli-Sci is a very beneficial and enjoyable club ' —Teresa Schnell, 12. ABOVE Dressed for trick-or-treating. Lina Stewart. 12. collects money for Unicef TOP RIGHT Penny Bridges. 12, helps kids to deco- rate pumpkins at Pumpkin Patch ABOVE RIGHT Students listen intently at Model U N Secunty Council LEFT: Todd Koelling, 11, works at Pumpkin Patch Activities 167 ABOVE: Cindy Noel, from Park Hill, accepts an award at the Center Tournament ABOVE RIGHT Evan Zobel. 11, pauses in thought during a classroom debate RIGHT Mr Brown evaluates a class debate ATIONAL FORENSICS LEAGUE NFL hosts successful tourney, experiences year of growth N_____________________________________________________ | other successful year of helping to develop the speaking abilities of students. This has been a year for growth, com- mented Wayne Brown, debate coach. I've had probably a larger group of beginners than ever before. The club encourages improving communication skills, stated NFL officer Charles Engelken, 12. I've learned to or- ganize my time a lot better. Members participated in about twenty tournaments throughout the year. The twelfth annual Invitational Speech and Debate Tournament was held here, and NFL members bore such responsibilities as planning and organizing teams and judges. Seniors Dennis Bell and jerry Rapp acted as co- chairmen, and many others contributed their time toward the success of the event. Center has developed the reputation of running one of the best Invitational Speech Tournaments in the state, add- ed Mr. Brown. 168 Activities Organization was the prime directive for our tournament. —Mr. Brown, debate coach LEFT NFL members at the judges' table organize events for the Center Tournament ABOVE: Mr Brown assists Dennis Bell. 12, in the awarding of the sweepstakes trophy LEFT Charles Engelken, 12. and Cindy Fey. 10. at- tend the Center Debate Tournament Activities 169 ATIONAL HONOR SOCIETY Membership requires more than scholastic ability N I al Honor Society began the process of se- lecting new members. As a part of the process, all prospective members received an invitation; then the applicant's packets were reviewed, and the faculty committee made their selection. All new members were tapped to signify they had been chosen as members. After the students had been notified of their ac- ceptance, the traditional candle lighting ceremony was held to induct all new members. On December 3, the induction ceremony brought 27 new members into NHS. To become a member each student submitted a written statement of their qualifications and how they apply to the characteristics of NHS. Debbie Viani, 12, stated, When I started writing up my resume, I didn't think I was active; but after I started, I found out that I had been active and I had a feeling of self satisfaction. As part of the requirements, each member had to show active service. The National Organization defined service as something for which one is not paid or given a grade be- cause it is rewarding in itself. Also, each applicant was re- quired to hold active membership in at least two organiza- tions and they must hold an office or show leadership in one of those. President David Asjes, 12, commented, Since we have several school leaders in the club, it is real- ly going to help us with our service projects, and I find their enthusiasm encouraging. However, there were a few who did not make it into the organization but felt they should have. There seemed to be some controversy on the selection process. Mrs. Harter, sponsor, stated, If anyone believes they should have been accepted, they may petition the decision. But, it should be remembered that making NHS is a privilege, not a right. Keith Young, 11, added, I was very pleased when I found out I had been accepted and I really felt that it was a big honor. NHS officers wait patiently before giving their speeches 170 Activities A true leader must use his talents and abilities to help others. —David Asjes, 12. LEFT As part of the Toys for Tots campaign. Da- vid Asjes decorates NHS’s door BELOW At the traditional candle lighting ceremo- ny. new members recite the NHS pledge Activities 171 Quill scroll_______________________________________________ Two clubs honor Quill and Scroll, an in-school sponsored organization, gave recognition to outstand- ing journalists during their junior and senior years. The club was sponsored by Mrs. Mary Lu Foreman. In order to become a member of Quill and Scroll, each must have had material published in the newspaper or yearbook and rank in the top one-third of their class. The goal of Quill and Scroll was to commend their pre- vious work but also to look ahead to possible jobs in the field of journalism. The members were chosen on February 4, with a tea and formal initation conducted on May 6. 100 Girls, an organization to honor the top five girls from 10 different area high schools, recognized those with the highest grade point average in their indiviual class. The 100 Girls sponsor was Mrs. Alice Meacham. The girls were chosen to represent both the junior and Senior class. It is a real honor to be chosen as one of Center's top students in the class of '81, commented Randi Rittman, 12. The induction and tea for 100 Girls was held in the late spring, with the induction and tea for Quill and Scroll fol- lowing shortly afterwards. Both groups were honor societies and did not get in- volved in many of extra-curricular activities, other than Quill and Scroll members being involved in the yearbook and newspaper throughout the school year. Similarities could be found to tie these two groups together, as Cecelia DiRaimo, 12, explained, I really feel honored that both Quill and Scroll and 100 girls recognize scholastic achieve- ment. I am excited that I was selected to participate and call myself a part of both groups. I consider the nomination to each group a real priviledge. accomplishments 100 GIRLS SENIOR MEMBERS - Front Row Cecelia DiRaimo, Randi Rittman; Back Row: Alicia Gordon, Dawn Williams, Denise Johnson. 100 GIRLS JUNIOR MEMBERS - Front Row: Sponsor Alice Meacham. Leianne Whittle, Sarah Bunch, Back Row Michelle Melson, Lori Williams, Kim Roberts 172 Activities Quill and Scroll is a great group to be a part of ' stated Duane Ball, 12. SECOND YEAR MEMBERS, QUILL AND SCROLL-Front Row: Gary Miller, Lori don, Janme Sherry, Debbie Aaron, Julia Butler, Suzy Ducate Leahy, Rick Thomas, Cecelia DiRaimo, Tom Shaffer; Back Row: Alicia Gor- SENIOR MEMBERS, QUILL AND SCROLL - Erika Blacksher, Debbie Messina, Hoi Hei Ho, Mark Eimer. Sara Westgate, Duane Ball JUNIOR MEMBERS. QUILL AND SCROLL-Front Row: Kirk Roberts, Todd Koelling, Amy Samberg, Flora Winitz, Holly Owens; Back Row: Robin Nafus, Julie Tavenaro, Lana Malsby, Michelle Melson, Kris Hase Activities 173 SEARCHLIGHT New paper style hits the presses for smallest staff. Searchlight' staff had to make some ma- jor changes because of being understaffed. Mrs. Myra Sifers comment- ed, This has been the smallest staff that the 'Searchlight' has had since I can remember; the ad- vantage to a small staff is each member has more knowledge of the entire process. The staff consisted of ten reporters, eight girls and only two guys. In spite of the fact, that Jerry and I have complete understanding of the girls, our journalistic skills were clouded by girl talk which filled our room everyday, remarked Dennis Bell, 12. Because of the limited budget and the small staff, the paper changed from the magazine style of previous years to a three column modified tabloid style. I found the new style of the paper easier to read, I've also found the stories interesting this year, stated Rick Rea, 11. Also new to the paper were movie reviews. Al- though they aren't professional critics, I feel that the staff enjoyed writing movie reviews the most, said Mrs. Sifers. Along with the problem of a small staff, advisor Mrs. Sifers married late in December and resigned her teach- ing duties at semester. Advising 'Searchlight' for nine years made my teaching career more interesting, the pressure of the deadlines added excitement to the day, remembered Mrs. Sifers. Summing up being on 'Searchlight' staff, Jerry Rapp re- marked, The 'Searchlight' is probably the most impor- tant media in the school because it keeps up-to-date. It's much more than a year-end chronical, it's a bi-weekly periodical informing the student body. RIGHT SEARCHLIGHT STAFF - lerry Rapp. Leslie Katz. Carol Dayson, Dennis Bell, Lorie Leahy, Re- becca Kauffman, Julie Stone, Sarah Talbert. Advisor Mrs. Myra Sifers, Julia Butler. ABOVE RIGHT: Editor-in-Chief, Lorie Leahy trims copy for a deadline FAR RIGHT Rebecca Kauffman and Mrs. Sifers work together on the editorial page of the holiday issue 174 Activities The staff's personalities made for never a dull moment. -Lorie Leahy, Editor. ABOVE Business Manager. Julia Butler, typesets an ad tor the sports page ABOVE LEFT Leslie Katz and lerry Rapp watch on as Julia Butler places copy on the paste-up board LEFT Advisor Mrs Mrya Sifers concentrates on the last paper she is producing at Center Senior High School Activities 175 OMMUNITY RESOURCES Club competition adds flavor to opportunity period Club Competition has added a lot of life to the Opportunity Periods and the Com- munity Resources class, commented Mr. Crow. Club Competition, created to take the place of special events, was well accepted by clubs and students. Kim Roberts, 11, remarked, The clubs seem to be enjoying it and are looking forward to see who will win Club of the Year . Jeff Mann, 12, Dawn Williams, 12, Erika Blacksher, 12, Sandi Meyer, 11, and Kim Roberts, 11, made up the committee which planned all the competition. A bike race, Categories, and a problem-solving contest pro- vided some of the competition. The themes for Opportunity Periods ranged from Recreation to Communication . Getting in contact with the speakers and making confirmations on time caused diffi- culty at times, a group effort was sometimes necessary. Shelly Hayes, 12, explained, If you have your speaker planned you can help someone else who might be having trouble. Seven jobs, such as talent coordinators and faculty rela- tions, were needed to plan a successful Opportunity Period. Good communication among planners also helped. But this year that caused no problems. Mr. Grow stated, I think everyone gets along real well, in fact, better than in past years when we have had some friction. ABOVE Paramedics show students the necessary equipment for life saving. ABOVE RIGHT Dan Searls, 12, hangs the class's door decoration drawn by Kent Brisley, 12. RIGHT: The S W A T team relaxes before speaking at the September Opportunity Period. 176 Activities We try to get educational and fun activities. —Kim Roberts, 11. Members from Choon Lee's Academy perform several ludo techniques BELOW LEFT During class, Kim Roberts, 11, staples programs for the October Opportunity Period. LOWER RIGHT The bike racers get on their mark during the Community Resource's bike race. BELOW Community Resources class busily pre- pares for the December Seventeenth Opportunity Period Activities 177 ABOVE: Sherri Winer introduces the DECA offi- cers-Treasurer Cindy Pittman, Vice President Paula DiGiovanni, President Mary Bundy, Secretary Lynette Pace. Reporter Kelli Clement 178 Activities EC A Alternative provides unique learning experience D____________________________________________________ earning extra money during the school year, gaining working experience before college, and learning more about retail sales were among the incentives that motivated students to en- roll in DECA (Distributive Education Clubs of America). I'd rather be working and earning money than taking classes that wouldn't really be worth much to me, explained Diane Landes, 12. Despite departing from school at 10:35, seniors expressed that they didn't feel left out of school activities. I don't feel left out of anything at school because DECA is a club in itself and we are involved in a lot of activities, replied Lisa Fiorella, 12. Lynette Pace, 12, added, This year, be- cause of club competition, DECA students are even more involved. DECA students were also involved in District, State, and National contests with other schools. The contest events in- cluded the assembling of displays, sales demonstrations, and the handling of customers. In addition to providing extra-curricular activities, DECA also contributed an effective learning atmosphere. In class the students are taught the basics of business in general, stated Mrs. Mason. Mary Bundy, 12, commented, With classroom preparation and more working experience, when I graduate I'll have a better background in working skills. I'm able to work more and still have more time for homework” - Diane Landes, 12. LEFT: At Jerry's Sport Shop in Ward Parkway Cen- ter. Mike Singer assists a customer BELOW: In Deca class, Daryl Penner discusses how he injured his arm. Activities 179 ICA VICA captures students' V™- ▼ ience you may want for jobs you want to do, remarked VICA president Lori Airola. Vocational Industrial Clubs of America, a national organization, included students in trade, industrial, technical, and health education courses, vocationally and occupationally oriented. VICA and DECA give the student social and school ties, stated Trade and Industrial Coordinator Tom Coyle. VICA had an exceptional year in several areas. A VICA DECA candy sale in the fall raised over $800.00, and the VICA DECA float won first place in the homecoming parade. In the contest for door decoration, the VICA door took sixth place. The club also participated in a variety of social functions, such as softball games and an employer employee banquet. For those with a competitive flair, the club entered a state contest, which included such areas as welding, dental lab, and auto mechanics. ABOVE left Theiss, 12. finishes first for VICA in the opportunity period bike race. ABOVE RIGHT: Members Jeff Hays, 12, and Lori Airola, 12, display the VICA door RIGHT: The VICA DECA float, first prize winner, moves down the track 180 Activities You can make money while earning credits to graduate. - Audrey Vandervelden, 12. Activities 181 LEFT Members of V1CA exhibit a display they put together for the club BELOW VICA president. Lori Airola, 12. works at her job as a dental assistant BENCH CLUB Fun activities helps increase French club’s popularity ■ I don't understand why French club is so ® unique, but it is ' remarked Elaine Payne, 12. The combination of an enthusiastic sponsor and fun activities made French club popular. Elaine stated, Mrs. Paulsen is so nice every- one wants to cooperate. Mrs. Paulsen felt that the popu- larity was caused by the kids. She remarked, They're good kids who are involved in a lot of things. Some activities on the agenda included a hay ride, a pro- gressive dinner, and a volleyball game. But the most fun ac- tivity, according to many members was the yearly banquet. Caren Eisentsein, 12, president of French club commented, The highlight of the year is the banquet held at La Bonne Auberge. Most people in French club like fine cuisine and at the banquet there is fabulous food. Another highlight included winning first prize in the door decorating contest. A lot of work went into the door. Elaine Payne mentioned, It took us two nights to complete the door and some time during the day. Even though their reasons for membership in French club were similiar, the expectations and goals of each member varied. These goals ranged from a learning experience to just having a good time with friends. Caren stated, This club gives students the chance to experience tradition and life in another country. Elaine said, The main thing is to get everyone interested in doing something fun and still learn something. But Jean Scanlon, 11, summed everything up when she replied, We just get together and have fun! So whatever the reasons and expectations, French club's popularity lived on. ABOVE: Jim Mosby. 12, Lana Malsby, 11, and Mi- chelle Gallas. 11, munch at the Christmas party. ABOVE RIGHT. French club members goof off after the Community Resource's bike race 182 Activities 'Madame Paulsen is super sweet and the activities are fun,”-Michelle Gallas, 11. LEFT lean Scanlon, 11, puts finishing touches on French club s first place door BELOW Mark Zobel, Lana Malsby. and lana Teetey. roast hot dogs at the hayride ABOVE Kristen Bashem. 9. and Barbara Hett. V. play a popular French card game LEFT Spectators view French club s float during the flay time Homecoming parade Activities 183 ERMAN CLUB Although unnoticed by students, club proves profitable German Club participated in several activi- ties that went unnoticed by most students. Nevertheless members enjoyed being a part of them. German Club consisted of students in all of the German classes. German Club makes class seem easier to handle; it seems we are really learning for a purpose and for fun,” commented Debbie Lutjen, 10. The club went Christmas caroling to each of the mem- ber's homes. Caroling was fun but different; We had to sing all the songs in German. I think all the parents got a real big kick out of it and we had fun too,” stated Rhonda Maas, 10. This year's homecoming float resembled a cuckoo clock. Even though we didn't win any prizes for design or origi- nality, we sure worked hard to finish it. I think it was worth all the work,” remarked Kim Harrison, 12. 184 Activities ABOVE German students work hard to transcribe a German story. TOP: To honor Oktoberfest, German Club displays typical items of a German household RIGHT During class, German students practice their translating skills. German Club helps all of us appreciate the language '- Rhonda Maas, 10. Al homecoming, Lilli Peck, 9, rocks around the dock” as German Club has aspirations of the Yellow jackets' beating the Cougars Activities 185 PANISH CLUB Dinners, pinata parties rate M Shouts and shrieks of laughter sounded in the room as students swung at the hanging pinata. While the Spanish Club members hit the pinata, it broke and candy spilled onto the floor. Throughout the year the Spanish Club had dinners and pinata parties. Usually every month they tried to have some type of dinner at a restaurant or a person's house. Popular restaurants among the club were Annie's Santa Fe and Jo- se's. I really enjoyed eating at Annies, Cindy Connet, 11, replied. It was a fun way to be together. When they had a dinner at a club member's house everyone brought some kind of food or contributed some money to help pay the cost. Pinata parties worked basically the same way. The pinata party we had this year was fun, Jeanie Ducate, 11, said. We had made the pinata so strong that it took a long time before it finally broke. That just added to the fun of breaking it because we blindfolded them and the ex- pressions on their faces were so funny, Carrie Winterowd said. Spanish Club wanted more members and to have more activities. Homecoming helped promote this. It involved a lot of the members working everyday and endlessly into the night. I'm glad I worked on the float, Mona Appleby, 10, said I've made new friends and had a lot of fun work- ing on it. Spanish Club involved more people although the club wasn't as large as they would have liked it to be. It was a fun school activity though, Penny Bridges, 12, stated. high with Spanish Club ABOVE At a Spanish party students take time to enjoy the iood 186 Activities I enjoyed the Spanish Club dinners. - Debi Ray, 12. ABOVE After a Spanish meeting, members discuss important issues ABOVE FAR LEFT Carrie Winterowd, 11. and Lorie Leahy. 12, strike at the pinata ABOVE LEFT During Homecoming, Mona Appleby. 10. and Lorie Leahy. 12, take time for repairs LEFT Braving the cold. Spanish Club members car- ol on the Plaza Activities 187 INTERNATIONAL CLUB International Club continues despite falling interest. I The language barrier is a problem. When I English is mastered, it's easier; the kids aren't as shy, explained Miss Cherryl Knox, International Club Sponsor. The Inter- national Club, originally known as the American Field Ser- vice, originated in order to aid foreign exchange students. We help the students get active in school and its activities. We also help provide for tutors if needed, added Presi- dent james Candler, 12. Miss Knox continued, We don't have any real exchange students this year, just immigrants from other countries. As a matter of fact, at the end of last year, I didn't think there would be an International Club this year. Declining interest in the club, reflected in the low number of active members, started to take its toll on what was in the past, a fairly influential club. Graduation of mem- bers and few exchange students also pointed to the Inter- national Club's decline. Skeptics wondered would the club continue? Nonetheless, the club did continue. Most of the charter members graduated last year, but students grouped for the 1980-1981 orientation and the program was underway. Var- ious events planned to be held over the course of the school year included a membership drive, service projects, banquets, and an International Week. Displays of various cultures and food from other countries marked International Week as one of the club's biggest events. Although we could've used more organization and had trouble in enroll- ment, I think it was really a neat club, finished Candler. membership ABOVE Listening attentively at a meeting Karla Glannon, 12, and Margie Coggins, 10, decide on an issue ABOVE RIGHT Lan My Tu. Daxa Patel, and Susan Garcia share recipes from their various back- grounds RIGHT Scott lamieson. 12, and James Candler, 12. display the club's “Toys for Tots” door decoration 188 Activities OSMOS__________________________ Cosmos revives science interest Everything in science is interesting to me, there's so much to learn. When you learn below Waiting for a meeting to begin, club one thing, more doors are opened, stated sPonsor- Mr Ted Dresie relaxes Ron Cray, 11. This was the common atti- tude expressed by many of the students that were active in 'Cosmos'. We started out as a couple of students with common interests in science; since then, we have grown. Our strange name evolved from the popular T V. show of the same name broadcast on Channel 19, remarked Todd Koelling, 11. Nearly every year, the school has had a science club, but over the past few years interest had fallen; however many of the students that participated preferred not to call the organization a science club. The club wasn't brought back, it was started. It is more than a science club. We deal with problems of today too, said Mike Wolf, Club President. Although the club got to a late start, the members still had time to plan a few activities, including a study of the energy consumption at the high school. ABOVE: Reading the previous meeting's minutes. Todd Koelling, 11, holds everyone's attention LEFT: Junior Mike Wolf prepares to make a pre- sentation at a Cosmos meeting 1 Activities 189 EY CLUB |Z Keeping with the year's theme, Dare to I B Influence ' Key Club members devoted much of their time trying to influence the lives of others. Key Club is an organiza- tion that cares about people and tries to do its best to make the lives of others better ' explained President julie Elsea, 12. Steve Miles, 12, added, Key Club is an organiza- tion that not only cares about people, but makes an effort to do something about it ' Through many worthwhile projects. Key Club rendered service to benefit national, community, school, and personal needs. Such projects included ringing bells for the Salvation Army, wrapping Christmas gifts to benefit the Marillac Cen- ter, and sponsoring a student versus faculty, volleyball game for United Way. The club also raised money by selling trash bags and performing singing telegrams. Not only are the activities fun, but I get the satisfaction of knowing that I've helped other people, commented Tina Appleby, 12. Through helping others many members expressed that they helped themselves. Helping someone is like doing something nice for myself because it gives me a good feel- ing inside ' explained Teresa Schnell, 12. Laura Redlin, 11, added, Helping others gives me more security because it makes me feel like I'm worth something. Some students felt that the unselfish attitudes of the members was what made the club worthwhile. What is so nice is that the club is made up of a group that cares more about doing things for others than they do about them- selves, replied Denise Johnson, 12. Students benefit through volunteer services ABOVE: Seniors lulie Elsea. Marla Akers, and Tere- sa Schnell practice for a singing telegram RIGHT Recruiting new members. Seniors Patty Hughes and Suzy Ducate, discuss future activities. 190 Activities It's refreshing to see that people still care.”-President julie Elsea, 12. LEFT At ihe fall rally. Roger Heard. 12. gains relief from Ihe late summer heat ABOVE: At the Kiwams vs Key Club softball game. Carla DiRaimo, 9. scores another point as Mike Mahoney. 12, waits for the ball LEFT lust before their telegram performance. Tonya Mayes. 10, Tim Albright, 10. Teresa Schultz, 9. and Teresa Schnell. 12. gather in the hall. Activities 191 GSA C-CLUB Goals. Ideals set high by concerned C-Club, CGSA members = Early morning meetings, raffle ticket sales for Booster Club and volleyball games against faculty opponents filled out part of the yearly agenda for CGSA and C-Club. At first glance, one might see nothing but cliques for girl and boy jocks; not so. These clubs raised money to buy equipment for the high school athletics that Booster Club would not otherwise provide. C-Club isn't an elite club; we accept anyone meeting the requirements. Admittance isn't based on personality, explained Terry Ward, 12. Kevin Brooks, 11, stated; I think the requirements are good. Fulfilling them shows that the members can set a goal and reach it. Admittance into both clubs was determined by two fac- tors; whether or not the person wishing to join lettered in a varsity sport and was willing to pay yearly dues. I have mixed emotions. It's a good club but not well organized or recognized, conceded C-Club's President Doug Darbyshire, 12. CGSA's President Lori Slyter, 12, also held feelings of uncertainty. We usually have low attendance at our regu- lar meetings. When we took orders for letterjackets, we had a very large turnout. I don't know if the people are in- terested in the good of the club or getting a cheaper price on their jackets, confided Slyter. Another reason, prob- ably the main reason, for the low attendance, at meetings is that we have few activities spread over the course of the year. Most of our activities happen all at once and so we have little to talk about when we're between activi- ties. As for the future, Lori Slyter would like to see an in- crease in the club's account. I'd like to see the club be able to provide money to buy those conference patches, or all-district patches, etc . . ., that the girls have to pay for out of their own pockets. The patches aren't given away and are expensive, explained Slyter. Darbyshire summa- rized by saying, In the past, C-Club had big attendance and people really liked it. I hope that returns. I may not see it, but I hope it does. ABOVE With a slight advantage. Jim Rebman, 11, wrestles Charles Christy, 11. RIGHT Early morning CGSA meetings find mem- bers sleepy-eyed and slow at getting started. 192 Activities CGSA helps benefit our athletes and I'm proud to be a part of it. —Randi Rittman, 12. LEFT Discussing club matters. CGSA officers and members meet early in the Media Center. BELOW Two of C-Club's ’Sergeant-at-Arms,” Craig Long, 12. and Jack Brandom, 12, offer opin- ions ABOVE lack Brandom, 12. Doug Darbyshire. 12, and Craig Long, 12, leave the C-Room RIGHT Flexing, Brian Eubanks, 12, clowns around at an early morning meeting Activities 193 ARCHING BAND M: Marching Band never slowed down this season with practice after practice and game after game. The busy schedule was hard but enjoyable for most. I thought it was great. It gave you more chances to be with your friends ' said john Snider, 10. The first big event the band participated in was band day at Arrowhead Stadium. Center joined five other bands and the Shriners circus to perform at halftime. Only the extreme heat marred the day as several band members passed out on the field or felt too sick to play. Sam Barnes, 10, com- mented, It would have been a lot more enjoyable if it hadn't been so hot. There was still a lot of spirit though. Missouri Universitys first game gave the band a chance to perform in their pregame show. Brenda Brandt, a member of the MU band, wrote this to Mr. Shaffer, ... I can tell you have a strong, disciplined band this year and I want to congratulate you and the band on a job well done . .. Competing in the Blue Springs Marching Festival drained much of everyone's energy. By popular vote the band held practices every morning at 7:00 a.m., as well as the usual during school and Thursday night practices, to prepare for the contest. Although they didn't place, most members felt it was worth it. Terri Flucke, 11, stated, I thought it was good for the band to compete. It gave us a chance to look at other bands and see how we could improve. As well as participating in special events, the band per- formed at home games, played in pep assemblies, and formed a pep band to play at basketball games. The high- light of the regular season for the seniors was the Senior Show. It was one of the better Senior Shows we've had since I've been here. It took more planning and organiza- tion and was a little classier, remarked Band Vice-President, Chuck Hawke, 12. Although the band kept up an extremely busy schedule, including pulling off one of the most successful fruit sales in recent years with the sale of an entire semi-trailer truckload of fruit, they still had time for a little fun. The tuba section sponsored the First Annual Tuba Queen Contest. The 1980- 81 Tuba Queen, Patty Hughes, 12, commented, I think the band is the most spirited organization in school and the tuba section supplies a lot of that spirit. We didn't win any contests, but we had a lot of audience response. We also didn't buckle under the pressure from other bands. Band keeps up furious pace during busy season Mr Shaffer directs a Golden Girl to her place dur- ing the game at MU. 194 Activities It gives you a sense of pride to belong to the Marching Band. -Sam Barnes, 10. ONCERT BAND CM What does a musician consist of? Ask Steve Kipp, 12, Jim Kice, 12, Janet Daniel, 10, or Claudia White, 9. They were mem- bers of the All-District band for which tryouts were held November 15, 1980, at Hickman Mills High School. All four of the musicians tried out and made the band. From there, they were eligible to try out for All- State band, held on December 6, 1980, in Columbia. Clau- dia and Steve made this band. Jim has made All-District for all three years in high school, and stated, I've tried out for All-State three times and have never made it past call backs ' Steve and Claudia travelled with other members of All-State Band to Tantara January 14-17. They practiced five hours a day to prepare for a concert on January 17. Clau- dia made both bands and was dubbed the first freshman in Center's history to make the bands. I was nervous before they announced my name, I was shocked when they an- nounced it, and then I was relieved when it was all over, she commented. Mr. Shaffer directed two new bands, the fifth hour band and the sixth hour band. These bands were for not only freshmen and sophomores but juniors and seniors who could not participate in Marching Band first semester be- cause of football, drill team, or cheerleading. These bands, as well as concert band, gave many concerts throughout the year. Four make all-district; two make all-state 'I was more nervous for district band than for state band— janet Daniel, 10. CONCERT BAND-Front Row Claudia White, Tern Flucke. tuba Butler Beth Bailey. Leslie Katz, Laura Crouch, Mary Grooms. Tiffany Rawbngs. Tern Sloan. Kim Accurso. Ann Graham. Patty Frakes. Suzanne Meyer. Gma Cosnotti, An- drea Poisner, Jennifer Bahr Laura Redlin. Second Row Cecelia DiRamno. Diana Pascuzzi. Ami Bruce. Kym Beggs. Amy Eaton. Lon Williams. Kelly Hines. Della Hetdbonk. Diane Young. Debbie Ryan. Cathy Gossebn. Karla Winterowd. Marlene Blend, Beth Carbah. Debbie Messina, M e Crews. Lisa Riddell. Karen Lindholm. Flora Sue Wmitz. Katherine Maas. Third Row Diane Chnsty. Robbie GiHenwater. Rhonda Maas. Sam Barnes. Jeff Saper. Gregg Pe- ters. Chris Fiorefla, |iil Ross. Danny Garcia. Melinda Baughman. Gndy Fey. Mark Harris. Carrie Winterowd. lenny Stoor. Mike Tntt; Fourth Row km Mosby. Tom Shaffer. David Tritt, Todd Swartz, Anya Nebgen. |im Kice. Butch Kaye, lohn Perry. Bryan Frise her. Rod Wicoxen. la net Daniel. Barry Gruver. Bob Kinton. .Mike Eaton, John Snider. Kris Hase Fifth Row Mark Bundy. Scott Kennedy. Scott Abel. Chuck Hawke. Wayne Locklear. Andy Slusher. Lynn Houston. Gary MiBer. Greg Baze. lay Thomas. Ray Klein. My- ron Ashley. Corbin Woods. David Pierret. Matt Kauffman; Back Row Mice Mahoney. Glenn Hunt. Mark Hatfield, luka Meyer Phi Hnes. lohn Chapman. Kevin Montgomery. Mark Eaton, lohn McGuire. Suzy Ducate. larrue Graves. Tern Gragg. Lone Leahy. Patty Hughes. Not Pictured Duane Ball, Lisa Cassity. Brent Clemons. Kyta Edwards. David Giese. Alan Hase. Steve Hedgepeth. Denise lohnson. Elizabeth Kauffman, km Knsmger. Steve Kpp. kmmy Lewis. Ohvia Myers. HoWy Owens. Shannon Yeisley. Keith Young Activities 197 ONCERT CHOIRS Choir accents play beautiful music for singers Because choir never had a group to back them up, parents of choir members formed an organization to raise money to do fun things ' jill Sappington, 10, commented about choir's newest addition. Choir Accents. This organi- zation, made up of parents of choir members united to hold fund raisers throughout the year, so that the choir might take a trip at the end of the year ' she said. A few of the fund raisers were selling mistletoe at Christmas, sell- ing T-shirts and selling raffle tickets for a ham and a turkey. Everyone received the idea very well, said Lori Slyter, 12. Choir had only a certain amount of money in their budget to do different things. Now, with Choir Accents, we'll have money to do things, she added. Suzy Siegler, 11, com- mented, Overall, fundraisers have been very successful. Our parents and friends have been spirited and dedicated enough to assist us through on our ventures, which have been original. Along with performing at concerts with the entire choir, the Chamber Choir, a select group of thirty individuals, whose combined voices produced melodious harmoniza- tion, travelled about town for performances. The Cham- ber Choir sang for the Lions Club dinner at jess and jim's Steak House, caroled at the Plaza, sang at the Alameda Pla- za Hotel, sang at Crown Center, performed in a talent show at Lakeside Hospital, and sang at City Hall ' stated Trish Morgan, 11. ALL DISTRICT CHOIR — lulia Butler, 12, (ill Sappington, 10, Suzi Siegler, 11, Eliz- abeth Heng, 10, Gregg Peters, 11, Christina Kartsonis, 10. Claudia Hayslett, 12. John Snider. 10 CHAMBER CHOIR - Front Row: Michelle Miller, Jill Sappington, Jeff Davis. Elizabeth Heng, Jon Wenski, Mindy Meyer, Warren Anderson. Donna Hettinger, Susan Simon; Second Row Lori Slyter, Terry Williams. Trish Morgan. Kevin Levine. Tamar Ginzburg, lamie Ginsburg, Kelley Tedlock. Lea Lavish, Jean Scanlon; Third Row Suzy Siegler, Claudia Hayslett. David Pierret. Elaina Holmberg. John Snider. Caren Eisenstein. Brian Sinclair. Christina Kartsonis. Kevin Chronister. Back Row Mitch Allison, Missy Hanover, Leo ReVoal, Patsy Tavernaro. Michael Small. Kym Beggs. Gregg Peters. Julia But- ler. lerry Rapp Not Pictured David Tritt Students follow Mr Chronister's musical directions 198 Activities We've really gotten a lot accomplished this year —Stacy Bell, 11. CONCERT CHOIR-Front Row Michelle Rausch, Stacy Bell. |ill Sappington. Elizabeth Heng. Kelley Tedlock, Rick Poliak. Lea Lavish, Randy Ashford, Natalie Reed. Brian Rex. Second Row Lori Slyter. Claudia Hayslett, Caren Eisenstein, Dave Wilson. Tamar Ginzburg. Terry Williams, Mia Butler. Curt Ar- nold. Karla Glannon. Kelly Porter. Third Row Melissa Judge. Dana Bardwell. Suzi Siegler, lamie Ginsburg. Leslie Katz. Chuck Roberts. Donna Hettinger, Brian Sinclair. Elaina Holmberg, Kevin Chronister. Back Row lana DiVilbiss. Mi- chelle Gallas. Pete Raske. Lisa Vanderford. Michael Small. Kym Beggs. Gregg Peters. Lynn White. Jim Agnos. Christina Kartsonis CONCERT CHOIR-Front Row Jean Scanlon, Jeff Davis, Lisa Clough. Jon Wenski. Michelle Miller, Lori Nelms. Jennifer Da- vis, Lori Lisman. Allison DeWitt, Mary Reckart; Second Row |im Hamrick. Missy Hanover. Mike Middleton. Jody Canino. Kevin Levine, Anna Connelly. Rick Lerner, Mindy Meyer, Su- san Simon, Dee Ann Suchanek; Third Row: Patsy Tavernaro, Leo ReVoal, Mindy Turner. Jerry Rapp, Lisa Phelps, Warren Anderson. Trish Morgan. Lori Eveloff, Marty Cowling, Anya Nebgen, Back Row Albert Janssens. Karen Claar, Brian Kraft. Karen Levine, lohn Snider. Jana Teefey, David Pierret. Nancy Clark. Mitch Allison, Shelly Hayes. Not Pictured lulie Stone, lulie Tavernaro, David Tritt. HOIRS Melody Maidens, Gentlemen Songsters produce unique” sounds € I wish I had a dollar for every time I had to use my voice on you people! Such ex- clamations could be heard during the var- ious hours Mr. john Chronister instructed choir classes. The cream of the choirs combined into two groups - Melody Maidens and Gentlemen Songsters. These groups held few restrictions for entry except being in Con- cert Choir, auditioning, and being the correct sex. Our range and the quality of our voices are what's tested most. I think those are important factors, confided Eli Heng, 10. Other qualities Mr. Chronister stresses were consistency throughout the year and cooperation. Students worked their way up to the groups, such as Melody Maidens, through various other choirs such as Freshman Choir and Blue-Gold Choir. We always need more boys. Girls can play any instrument in band but can't sing bass or tenor, reflected Chronister. He also added, We start working the first of the year. We prepare for State and usually don't work after contest. I think we have a really good soung and I wish we'd perform some other concerts, said Leslie Katz, 12. Another member. Lea Lavish, 10, remarked, Melody Maidens should probably be more active so when contest comes, it's not so much of a change. Patsy Tavernaro, 12, summed up her feelings in this way: Center is one of the top schools at Contest and it's a great feeling knowing that you're the one the other schools are out to beat. I'm proud to be a part of the group. A A A A 9 A A A A AA H iV • •« ► ''I C« «4 9 MELODY MAIDENS - Front Row Mindy Meyer. Michelle Rausch, Stacey Bell, jilt Sappington. Elizabeth Heng, Kelley Tedlock, lean Scanlon. Mary Reckart, Michelle Miller. Lea Lavish. Natalie Reed. Lori Lisman. Allison DeWitt, Second Row Jennifer Davis, Lori Slyter, Jody Camno, Anya Nebgen, Missy Hanover. Tamar Ginzburg. Donna Hettinger. Karla Glannon, Kelly Porter, Susan Simon. Dee Ann Suchanek. Leslie Katz. Lorie Nelms, Third Row: Melissa Judge. Claudia Hayslett. Michelle Gallas. Trish Morgan. Dana Bardwell. Suzy Siegler. Lisa Clough. Shelly Hayes. Karen Claar. Lori Eveloff, Elaina Holmberg. Anna Connelly. Marty Cowling; Back Row Jana DiVilbiss. Nancy Clark, Jana Teefey. Caren Eisenstem. Mindy Turner. Lisa Vandertord, Lynn White, Lisa Phelps. Kym Beggs. Chris Kartsonis. Julia Butler. Patsy Tavernaro. Karen Levine RIGHT Several Concert Choir members pictured here also sing in Melody Maidens ft 200 Activities Melody Maidens is more enjoyable because we can work more on details. — julia Butler, 12. LEFT The 'Best Theme” is given to the Choir s Homecoming float GENTLEMEN SONGSTERS - Front Row Rick Poliak. |eff Davis, Terry Williams, Ion Wenski. Kevine Levine. Warren Anderson, Randy Ashford, Brian Rex, Rick Lerner; Second Row Curt Arnold, Chuck Roberts, Mike Middleton, |ohn Snider, lamie Ginsberg, |im Hamrick, Kevin Chronister. Brian Sinclair, lerry Rapp. Back Row David Pierret. Brian Kraft, Leo ReVoal, Mike Small, Gregg Peters, Albert Janssens, Jim Agnos, Pete Raske, Mitch Allison m, ABOVE Lea Lavish. 10, Chris Kartsonis. 10, Susan Simon. 10. and Donna Hettinger. 12, practice LEFT Riding the Choir's entree at Homecoming. Eli Heng. 10, and Chris Kartsonis. 10. wave Activities 201 7TH STREET GANG Nursing home performances give satisfaction Q M I like performing at the old folks' homes the best. They enjoy seeing kids perform ' commented Bryan Frischer, 10. Most mem- bers in Gang agreed that nursing homes were the most enjoyable places to perform. I like per- forming for old folks. We can make them open up; make them happier ' remarked Kym Beggs, 12. Mrs. Alice Gene Meacham, sponsor, added, The Veterans Day program means so much to the audience. It brings a little happiness to monotonous lives. On Veterans Day Gang performed at the Marlborough Senior Citizens Center, the Holmesdale Convalescent Center, the Red Bridge Health Care Center, and the Indian Creek Nursing Center. Members of Gang named several reasons why they tried out. I heard about it at Center North last year and I thought it would be fun, stated Bryan Mike Small, 12, added, When I heard them sing I knew I wanted to be in it. Caren Eisenstein influenced me to join, said Kym. JoeDee Beach summed up the feelings of just about ev- eryone in Gang. Singing for other people and making them happy gives me a good feeling about myself, he concluded. ABOVE: Gang performs during Christmas at a De- partment of Agriculture Luncheon RIGHT A tribute to Mrs. Meacham for her ten years as sponsor is performed 202 Activities It is very satisfying to work with the cream of the crop. —Alice Gene Meacham. LEFT During their Christmas medley. Gang per- forms several songs, including 'White Christmas,” BELOW Gregg Peters. 11, introduces the Gang during the opening number « LEFT 87 TH STREET GANG-Front Row Lori Slyter, 12, Robin Nafus. 11, Becki Henley, 12, Syd Mont- gomery, 11, Back Row Glen Sands. 11, loeDee Beach, 12. lulia Butler. 12. Mike Small. 12, Kym Beggs. 12. Gregg Peters. 11. Caren Eisenstein, 12, Bryan Frischer, 10 Activities 203 ABOVE: Using his skills outside Players. Jerry Rapp. 12. talks at the leadership conference. RIGHT Duane Ball. 12 prepares to light the candles of Chns Kartsonis. 10, Mona Stewart, 10. and Mike Levine. 10, at the Players induction LAYERS 58 Action, practicality. P ■ For some, public performance represented | the attractive facet of Players 58, but for others this club held a more important fea- ture. What feature drew people to this club? As Andy Miller, 12, explained, I think that the other clubs don't offer any help for a career, but Players 58 gave me an opportunity to get involved with show business and all its aspects, which I hope to go into some day. Getting involved with the shows not only kept members busy, but it helped to improve the poise and confidence necessary to speak before large groups of people. I really felt that with the experience Players gave, many underclass- men will be more confident ' concluded Andy. Michelle Melson pointed out another reason why mem- bers thrived in the club, It gave everyone interested in theater something to bring them together; we were always doing something and you never knew what to expect next. This constant activity gave many members a reason to stay active. Michelle continued, It was one production after another and when we weren't working a show we could always go to Waldo Astoria or find something Players was putting on. The meetings were always fun and not always business-like so it was like a family get together. I think we got more done that way, remarked Holly Owens, 11. Perhaps Kip Weiner best summed up the overall feeling that club members agreed upon After the show is over you really can't appreciate what you've learned until the next show, he said. attract Players members 204 Activities ABOVE Talking to prospective members at orien- tation, Dawn Williams, 12, and Duane Ball. 12, sit at their booth LEFT Riding Players float advertising the fall show jeanie Ducate, 11, Betty Cook, 11. Leslie Katz. 12, and Laura Crouch, 11, enjoy recreating the 50's Activities 205 ALL PLAY F ■ 'Friday night the crowd was really restless | and that affected us so that we didn't do our best. We had to do a lot of talking to get ev- erybody up again for Saturday ' commented Claudia Hayslett, 12. The audience reaction played a big part in the performance of the actors in the fall play, Once in a Life- time. The reaction of the audience affects us immensely. If the audience doesn't like it the show drags and it shows on us. If it goes well we put out more ' remarked David Tritt, 12. jon Bowles, 9, added, When there is an audience you become enthusiastic, you get a really good feeling when they laugh and clap. Along with playing to the audience the actors also had to develop the characters they played. I liked my part be- cause I got to act like a person I wanted to be. The hat check girl was a person who went out to get something she wanted, stated Amy Howk, 11. Caren Eisenstein, who played the part of Susan's mother, said, This show was the most fun because my character was really wild, a crazy old lady. I could do anything I wanted to with her. Developing their character was ot the only facet of a players performance. Working with the other members of the cast and crew was also important. What helped me stay in character the most was the help I got backstage from the other characters and the crew, concluded Jeanie Ducate, 11. Audience reaction affects player performance ABOVE: Taking comfort in George's (David Tritt) arms, Susan (jeanie Ducate) cries over her failed career ABOVE RIGHT In Mr. Glogaur's (Mike Small) office, Kammerling (Kip Weiner) and George (David Tritt) discuss possible stars. 206 Activities The audience encourages you if they're enjoying it ' —Caren Eisenstein, 12. LEFT George (David Tritt) and terry (terry Rapp) discuss plans to go to Hollywood BELOW Susan (leanie Ducate) and May (tulia But- ler) get ready to shoot the movie. LEFT: Deciding what to do after their movie failure, terry (terry Rapp). May (tulia Butler), and George (David Tritt) talk over their plans FAR LEFT After suffering a nervous breakdown, Lawrence Vail (Duane Ball) talks with May (tulia Butler). Activities 207 U5ICAL M1 Opening night radiated a certain excitement and anticipation for the actor and the audi- ence, but Guys and Dolls opening per- formance proved to be much more. Guys and Dolls represented not only the fiftieth show performed on Center's stage, but the fiftieth show on which Mr. Landes and Mrs. Scott served as production ex- ecutives. Not only was it an honor, but very special to me to work on fifty shows and watch the drama program grow, pointed out Mr. Landes. It was also special in that this was the last time I was able to work with some of the Seniors and what a show to do it with, he concluded at the closing night cast meeting. The show Guys and Dolls proved to be a good choice. All three nights received record breaking crowds and the shows expenses were met with relative ease. Guys and Dolls played once before, in 1969, to a similarly responsive and supportive crowd. For the Seniors this golden anniversary show highlighted the end of their work in the drama department. I don't really feel good about leaving the department, but I think the memories of this show and the people I worked with will make it a little easier, summed up Mike Small, 12. For the underclassmen this show marked a new horizon for continuing interest toward production. The freshmen have a good deal, remarked Mike Dierks, 9, they get a chance to work on more shows and if they're anything like this one, four years will seem like a short time. With the great crowd response and the support the show received, I think that during the next fifty shows peo- ple will see even higher quality of productions. summed up Lina Stewart, 12. Fiftieth show draws record crowds ABOVE RIGHT Adelaide (lulia Butler) and her Debutantes prepare for the feature strip number at the Hot Box Night Club RIGHT During a sewer crap game. Big Me (|im Agnos) persuades Nathan Detroit (lerry Rapp) to put up his money for another roll 208 Activities Being on stage for the first time is scary, but the applause makes it worth while. —Carl Ash, 9. Performing as a Hot Box Farmerette. Niki (Michelle Gallas) and Lilly (Jennifer Roudebush) dance before the nightclub crowd. Activities 209 ABOVE: At the El Cafe Cubano, Cuban dancers Lisa Yoksh and I3ebbie Aaron rhumba for the en- tertainment of the spectators. LEFT After visiting the El Cafe Cubano, Sky Masterson (Mike Small) tries to support a slightly intoxicated Sarah Brown (Claudia Hayslett) Sta®33CP C-CLUB OFFICERS—Sergeant-at-Arms lack Brandom. Secretary |oe Dee Beach, Treasurer Scott Kessler, Sergeant-at-Arms Jon Koncak, President Doug Darbyshire, Sergeant-at-Arms Craig Long; Not Pictured Vice-President Mike Jones CCS A—Front Row Karen Ferguson, Pam Frazier. Tammy Carter, Cheryl Eimer, Back Row: Sponsor Mrs. Meg Seifert, Secretary-Treasurer Julie Bierwirth, Linda Mitchell, Activities Chairman Cheri Baker, Leah Breckinridge, Vice-President Diane Batlinter, President Lori Slyter, Diane Weinzirl, Debbie Locklear, Kim Accurso, Lisa Mitchell. Janice MacKay BLUE-GOLD CHOIR—First Row: Cathy Siemsen, Leslie Gotte, Tammy Carter, Lori Montgomery, Angela Manning, Sherry Chastain, Laura Gateley, Laurie Wilson, Daxa Patel, Kelly Wetherill, Reda Bloomberg; Second Row Sherri Kisluk, Tracy Per- kins, Pam Lawson, James Mallory, Amy Meiners, Ken Dessert, Barb Russell, Jackie McCord, Tammy Lasiter, Steve Connoughton, Bonnie Vanderslice; Third Row Wendy Toth, Mike Schultz, Barbara Ziegler, Paul Ducate, Lisa Mingucci, Alan Graves, Tracy Masters, Kip Weiner, Nathalie DeMolling, Mike Howard, Laura Bailey; Back Row: Connie Shaw, Adrian Sumler, Andi Capps, Steve Taylor, Mary Cost, Jon Brady, Regina Eubanks, Brad McBee, Donna Tavernaro, Darrell Baker, Leslie Wood. 210 Croup Index NINTH GRADE CHOIR— Front Row |o Marie McMurray, Marla Wesley. David Mathews. Steph- anie McVeigh, Mike Dierks, Missy Thornton, An- thony Perkins, Lisa Mitchell, Ronda Grant; Second Row Amy Bink, Heidi Howard, Steve Stovall, Becky Bauer, Greg Bueker. Kim Ray. Leroy Hutchison, Tonya Smith, Gndy Curkss; Back Row Gail Leeds, Melinda Jenkins, Samantha Moreno, Kirsten Levin, Cheryl Snapp. Tina Smith. Michelle Bentley, Kim Romi. Leah Frazier COMMUNITY RESOURCES FIRST SEMESTER—Front Row Melanie White, David Chamberlain, Jeff Mann, Joe Dee Beach, Erika Blacksher; Second Row Sponsor Mr Tom Grow, Suzy Ducate. Karla Glannon, Kent Brisley, Lori Slyter, Cheri Baker, Marcy LaQuey, Julie Bierwirth, Shelly Hayes; Back Row: Lina Stewart. Nancy Clark. Dan Searls. Dawn Williams. Kim Roberts, Amy Howk. Rod Wikoxen, Mary Bundy, Diane Batliner, Sandi Meyer; Not Pic- tured Jeff Cleveland COMMUNITY RESOURCES SECOND SEMESTER— Front Row: Amy Howk, Kathleen Murray. Mary Bundy, Diane Batliner, Kent Brisley, Cheri Baker. Melanie White, Second Row: David Chamberlain, Ellen Greenbaum. Kim Mooney, Shelly Hayes, Rod Wilcoxen, Lori Slyter. Sandi Meyer, Karla Glannon, Marcy LaQuey. Joe Dee Beach; Back Row Lina Stewart, Dottie Allen, Jeff Mann, Lee Greenstreet. Dawn Williams, Kim Roberts. Dana Charles, Julie Bierwirth; Not Pictured Sponsor Mr Tom Grow Croup lndex 211 COSMOS—Sitting: Sponsor Mr Ted Dresie, Stand- ing: Treasurer Herman Kanter, President Mike Wolf, Vice-President of Special Projects Robbie Sacks. Tony Hallaba, Vice-President Kirk Roberts. Sarah Bunch. Lori Williams, Todd Koelling; Not Pic- tured Secretary Suzy Ducate FIFTH HOUR BAND—front Row: Diane Donaldson, Laurie McGuire. Mia Allred. Kim Henshaw, Tilda Lewis, Carla DiRaimo; Second Row Heidi Howard. Donna Clark, Leah Frazier. Susan Wolf, Jennifer Brown, Kris Hale. Trade Ponick, Tim Hockett, Wal- ly Langley. Clint Slusher; Third Row: Greg Day. John Ellsworth. Frank Hale, Teresa Schultz, Kirk Campbell, James Baumgardner, Mike Montgomery, David Welsh, |im Fitzsimmons, David Stroud, Holly Irwin, Scott Bussey, Lonnie Carter, Paul Howe, Mike Burec, David Kingore; Fourth Row |ohn Kinnard, Gary Katz. Bobby Wolf, John Holsen. Mary Beth Tritt, Kristy Porter. Mike Middleton. Back Row Brian Kraft SIXTH HOUR BAND—Front Row Jann Rubin. Jen- nifer Clemmons, Andrea Ramsey, Sherri Young, Elizabeth Shelton, Tammy Wewers; Second Row Craig Kubayko, Lee Ann Totty. Mary Flack, Eliza- beth Lehr. Richard McCord. Susan Rector. Mendy Wilson, Linda Mitchell; Third Row: Andy Gruver, Pat Benanti, Steve Aaron. Paul Butler. Todd Sloan. Karen Carbah, Jeff Reimer, Ken Gosnell, Steve Mosby. Bob Bloom. Sim Winitz; Fourth Row: Chris Cooley, Scott Foley, Scott Brown, Bob Hathaway, Paul Licausi, lim Kice. Andy Bron, Jeff Hertzfield. Kevin Latimer. Ken McFarland. Robbie Mather. 212 Group Index Croup lndex 213 FRENCH CLUB—From Row Secretary Jean Scanlon. President Caren Eisenstein, Vice-President Susan Franke. Treasurer Kelley Tedkxk; Second Row: Jennifer Houston, |o Lynne Morton, Michelle GaHas, Monica Kaye, lenmfer Brown, Chen Elder, Jeff Saper, Julie Combs, Bryon Price, Mark Zobel. Sponsor Mrs Ruth Paulsen; Back Row: Phil Scaglia, Cindy Fey, Tina Enckson, Allison Bell, Annette Da- vis, Lana Malsby, Gail Grauberger, Tony Hallaba, Ion Wenski FLAG GIRLS—Front Row: Suzanne Meyer, Ami Bruce, lenmfer Bahr; Back Row Julia Butler, Leslie Katz. Kym Beggs, Carrie Winterowd, Flag Co-Cap- tains Denise lohnson and Jamie Graves, Jenny Stoor, Laura Crouch, Lorie Leahy, Cecelia DiRaimo, Claudia White GERMAN CLUB—Front Row Christine Lau, Susan Halloran, Debbie Luetjen, Trish Morgan, Lisa Dasbach, Janet Daniel; Back Row Sponsor Mrs Claudette Bartle. President Todd Koellmg, Secretary Lori Williams, Rhonda Maas, Donna Luehrman, Kim Shumway, Treasurer Anya Nebgen, Kim Harrison INTERNATIONAL CLUB—Front Row Secretary Margie Coggins. Allison Ramey. Treasurer Christine Lau, Heys Hwang; Back Row Paul Dosanjh, Vice- President lames Chandler. Karla Glannon, President Scott lamieson. Sponsor Miss Sherryl Knox KEY CLUB—Front Row Ginny O'Donnell, Teresa Schultz, Autie McClanahan, Secretary Cecelia DiRaimo, Laura Redlin, Claudia White. Carla DiRaimo. Margaret McKinney. Leslie Adkins. Karen Lindholm; Second Row: Claudia Hayslett, Sammy Schanker. Sophomore Representative Tim Albright, Marla Akers, President Julie Elsea, Maria Little, Dianne Christy, Diane Young, Gina Cosnotti, Cindy Fey; Third Row: Anya Nebgen, Steve Miles, David Smothers, Freshman Representative Jeff Johnson, Suzy Ducate, Teresa Schnell, Carol Roleke; Back Row Vice-President Mike Mahoney, Lynn Houston. Todd Koelling, Senior Representative Roger Heard. Mark Whitley, John Perry, Kiwanis Advisor Mr. Carl Krueger. Chuck Hawke, Jamie Graves, Sponsor Dan Creasy; Not Pictured: Tina Appleby, Penny Bridges, Patty Hughes, Debbie Lawrence, Historian John Chapman. David Evans, Kris Hase, Junior Re- presentative Bob Kinton, Historian Ray Klein, Lana Malsby, Keith Young, Sandy Stern. Beth Bailey. Julia Koncak. Debbie Luetjen. Rhonda Maas, Tonya Mayes. Andrea Ramsey, Tammy Wewers. NATIONAL FORENSICS LEAGUE—Front Row Ka- ren Lindholm, President Jerry Rapp. Tom Magee, Sponsor Mr Wayne Brown. Sammy Schanker; Sec- ond Row: Vice-President Dennis Bell, Jill Ross, Phil Scaglia. David Tritt, Leslie Adkins, Lynn Marley, Mary Grooms, Linda Mitchell, Julie Rubins. Cari Franke. Historian Kathy Willard; Third Row Bob Hathaway, Mark Eaton, Alan Hase, Brian Kraft. Kevin Donahue, Drew Hutton, Secretary Jim Durbin. Jill Rose, Sheila Inman. Greg Day, Cindy Fey. Tonya Mayes, Diane Young, Treasurer Donna Luehrman; Back Row Evan Zobel, Terry Williams, Mike lacoby, Mike Suchanek, Sam Barnes, John Perry. Zach Shafran, Kendall Berry; Not Pictured: Scott Alexander. Beth Bailey, David Barnes, Stacey Bell. David Boyles, Louis Cohn, Andi Czariinsky, Greg Davisson, Julie Elsea, Charles Engelken, Tamar Ginzburg. Kerry Kelly, Alan Kessler, Jon Kieffer, leff Mann. Jack McCord, Margaret McKinney, Steve Pierret. Michelle Rausch, Paul Robinett, John Snider, Lina Stewart. Angela Tigner, Keith Young. 214 Group Index Group lndex 215 PLAYERS 58—Front Row Student Representative Mark Eimer. Historian Dawn Williams, Secretary )u- lia Butler, Vice-President Jerry Rapp, President Duane Ball, Second Row |ohn Chapman, Michelle Melson. Kip Weiner. Mary Beth Tritt, Caren Eisenstein, Denise Johnson, Claudia Hayslett, Betty Cook, Tom Cook; Third Row: Chris Kart sonis, Jill Sappington. Kirsten Levin, John Bowles, Carl Ash, Jennifer Roudebush, Mary Grooms, Roger Heard, Chuck Roberts; Fourth Row: Sam Barnes, Gina Touslee. Mike Eaton. Nancy Clark, Suzy Siegler, Holly Owens, David Tritt, Jamie Graves. Leslie Katz; Fifth Row: Kim Shumway, Terry Williams, John Perry. Mike Dierks, Brian Rex, Debbie Viani, Donna Hettinger. Gregg Peters. Kevin Brooks; Back Row: Sponsor Mr. Chet Landes, Julie Tavernaro. Julie Conway. Dianne Christy, Cheryl Eimer, Sarah Bunch. Karla Winterowd, Andy Miller, Lea Lavish. Amy Howk. Michele Gallas. Gail Grauberger, David Ball, Gary Katz. Jeff Johnson. Pam Singer NATIONAL HONOR SOCIETY—Front Row Presi- dent David Asjes. Vice-President Mike Small, Project Co-Chairman Claudia Hayslett. Service Co- Chairman Randi Rittman, Alicia Gordon, Project Co- Chairman Dawn Williams. Service Co-Chairman Cecelia DiRaimo, Histonan Julia Butler, Secretary Denise Johnson; Second Row Sandi Meyer. Patsy Tavernaro, Project Co-Chairman Susan Franke, Leianne Whittle. Julie Tavernaro, Teresa Lehr, Jean Scanlon, Trish Morgan. Kathy Perahoritis. Carren Miller; Third Row: Tony Hallaba, Cheryl Eimer. Suzy Ducate. Sarah Bunch, Lana Malsby, Debbie Viani. Amy Samburg. Anya Nebgen, Kris Hase, Nancy Clark, Sponsor Mrs. Sue Rose Harter, Back Row: Keith Young. Kevin Brooks, Mark Zobel, Todd Koelling, Duane Ball. Lori Williams, Scott Kessler; Not Pictured Service Co-Chairman Julie Elsea, Reid Fossey, Michelle Melson. SPANISH CLUB—Front Row Treasurer Evan Zobel, Secretary Jeanie Ducate, Co-Presidents Debbie Viani and Lorie Leahy. Stacy Talpers, Back Row: Sponsor Mr William Scott, Kathy O'Keefe, Margie Coggins. Olivia Myers, Debbie Lawrence, Lina Stewart, Joe Blando, Cindy Connet, Regina Eubanks. Debt Ray, Jamie Ginsburg; Not Pictured: Mona Appleby. Tina Appleby. Rich Caffrey, David Chamberlain, Louis Cohn, Bob Gilbertson, Melanie Hutchinson, Karen Lininger. Kirk Roberts. Andy Slusher, Dawn Williams. Carrie Winterowd, James White VICA—Front Row Lisa Davis, Diana Johnson, Cin- dy Dammer, Secretary Kathy Grego, Shelly Loehr. Vice-President Melanie Schmedding, Ellen Greenbaum, President Lori Airola, Reporter Audrey Vandervelden, Second Row: Tim Meyers, Club Ad- visor )ohn McMurray, Greg Baze, Ken Sesler, Jeff Hayes, Treasurer Mike Willsey, Scott Taylor, Spon- sor Mr Tom Coyle; Back Row David Heilman. Bob Lewis, Don Gleason, Brant Korth, Jeff Theiss, Arnold Webb, David Giese; Not Pictured; Parlia- mentarian Mike Hunter CHOIR OFFICERS—Lett Row, front to back Secretary Lori Slyter. Historian Nancy Clark, His- torian Patsy Tavernaro, President Mike Small; Right Row, front to back Treasurer lean Scanlon, Vice-President Julia Butler. Wardrobe Mistress Caren Eisenstein DECA—Front Row: Becky Schwaneke, Reporter Kelli Clement, Sponsor Mrs Cindy Mason; Sec- ond Row: Sherri Winer, Vice-President Paula DiGiovanni, Bob Lewinsohn, Third Row Linda Crouch, Diane Landes, Lisa Fiorella, President Mary Bundy; Fourth Row: Mike Singer. Daryl Penner, Joel Fleschman; Fifth Row Cindy Dammer, Joe Wright, Secretary Lynette Pace, Treasurer Cindy Pittman; Back Row Scott Jamieson, James Chandler; Not Pictured Becki Henley CAST: FALL PLAY STUDENT COUNCIL OFFICERS May Daniels Julia Butler First Electrician Lightman Mike Dierks lerry Hyland Jerry Rapp Second Electrician Lightman Tom Cook George Lewis David Tritt Bellboy Cameraman Terry Williams Helen Hobart Claudia Hayslett Mr Flick Conductor Mike Levine Susan Walker Jeanie Ducate Bishop Photographer Chuck Roberts Mrs. Walker Caren Eisenstein Miss Chasen Michelle Melson Phyllis Fontaine Denise Johnson Cigarette Girl Lea Lavish Florabel Leigh Suzy Siegler Hatcheck Girl Amy Howk Kammerling Kip” Weiner George s Secretary Kirsten Levin Herman Glogauer Mike Small Voice Pupil Leslie Katz Meterstein Gregg Peters Hotel Habitue's Sigal Aderet Weisskopf John Perry Leslie Katz Miss Leighton Laura Crouch Michele Gallas Lawrence Vail Duane Ball Chuck Roberts Sullivan John Bowles Script Girl Stefame Brown Fulton Brian Rex Bridesmaids Carol Dayson Pages Mary Grooms Wendy Toth Amy Jones Pam Singer Miss Fontaine's Maid Mary Beth Tritt Chris Kartsonis Miss Leigh's Maid lill Sappington Cyril Fonsdale Ernest Mark Eimer Randi Rittman-Pres Erika Blacksher —Vice-Pres. Caren Eisenstein-Sec. Dana Bardwell-Treas. Sara Westgate Sr Class Pres Paula Fisher Sr. Class Vice-Pres Sherry Talman - Sec Treas Sr. Class Reps Karla Glannon Pam Fisher David Asjes Clay Lyon Melanie White Rod Wilcoxen Jr Class Pres Julie Tavernaro Jr Class Vice-Pres Nancy Clark -Sec Treas. Jr Class Reps. Trisha Morgan Teresa Lehr Todd Koelling Leianne Whittle Henry Bonds Mike Suchanek Soph. Class Pres Sam Barnes Soph. Class Vice-Pres Susan Simpson-Sec. Treas Soph. Class Reps Jill Sappington Kim Accurso Randy Ashford Leanne King Leslie Adkins Fresh Class Pres. Claudia White Fresh. Class Vice-Pres. Christy Porter Sec. Treas Fresh. Class Reps Jeff Saper Kris Hale Julie Combs Jeannie Kees 216 Group Index Group lndex 217 POLITICAL SCIENCE CLUB—Front Row: Secretary Terri Flucke. Activities Di- rector Keith Young, Treasurer Sarah Bunch, Publicity Chairman Dottie Allen, Vice-President of International Affairs Melanie White, President Lina Stewart, Vice-President of Domestic Affairs Kathy Willard, Activities Director Dennis Bell, Historian Lori Williams; Second Row: Bruce Hart, Hoi Hei Ho, Dave Kingore. Phil Scaglia, Sammy Schanker, Linda O'Renick, Cheryl Snapp, Lee Ann Totty, Jennifer Brown, Julie Rubins, Jo Lynne Morton, Michele Gallas, Kevin Donahue. Karen Lindholm, Donna Luehrman, Shari Bessenbacher, Jerry Rapp, Jenny Fox worthy, Marty Cowling, Sponsors Mrs. Joyce Cox and Mrs. Virginia Wommack; Back Row Herman Kanter, Mike Wolf. Jill Rose, Erin Laney, Monica Kaye, Cari Franke, Christine Lau, Margie Coggins. Ellen MARCHING BAND—Front Row Director Mr Don Shaffer, Assistant Band Director Mrs Carloyn Doten, Julia Meyer, Denise Cowan, Gail Grauberger. Patty Hughes; Second Row: John Chapman, Myron Ashley, Gary Miller, Lynn Houston. John McGuire, Mark Eaton. Greg Baze, Kevin Montgomery, Steve Kipp, Janet Daniel. Jay Thomas, Phil Hines; Third Row: Kim Accurso. Terri Sloan. Laura Redlin, Andrea Poisner, Mary Grooms. Lori Williams. Ann Gra- ham, Beth Bailey, Gina Cosnotti, Amy Eaton. Mike Tritt, Flora Winitz, Diane Young. Julie Crews, Holly Owens, Suzy Ducate, Claudia White; Fourth Row: Ami Bruce, Lisa Riddell, Diane Pascuzzi, Beth Carbah, Marlene Blend, Mark Harris, Katherine Maas. Debbie Messina. Kelly Hines, Ricki Sturm, I3ella Heidbrink. Debbi Ryan, Karen Lindholm, Cathy Gosselin, Junior Drum Major Gregg Peters. Senior Drum Major Tom Shaffer. Cecelia DiRaimo. Fifth Row: Terri Flucke. Kris Hase, Terri Gragg, Cindy Fey, Melinda Baughman, Karla Winterowd, Jill Ross. Chris Fiorella, Sam Barnes, Elizabeth Kauffman, Dianne Christy, Rhonda Maas. Keith Young. Shannon Yeisley. Lorie Leahy; Sixth Row; Carrie Winterowd, Danny Garcia, Robbie Gillenwater, Jeff Saper, Barry Gruver, Jim Kice. Todd Swartz, John Snider, Anya Nebgen, David Tritt, Jim Mosby. Scott Kennedy, Mark Bundy, Flag Co-Captain Jamie Graves; Seventh Row Flag Co-Captain Denise Johnson. Bob Kinton, Kyla Edwards, David Boyles. John Perry. Bryan Frischer, David Giese, Ray Klein, Rod Wilcoxen, Jim Lewis. Steve Hedgpeth, Butch Kaye, Brent Clemmons, Leslie Katz; Eighth Row: Laura Crouch, Chuck Hawke, Julia Butler; Ninth Row: Suzanne Meyer, Mike Mahoney. Glenn Hunt, Alan Hase, Mark Hatfield, Steve Pierret, Matt Kauffman. Duane Ball. Andy Slusher, Wayne Locklear. Corban Woods. Jim Kinsinger. Kym Beggs; Back Row Jennifer Bahr, Jenny Stoor; Not Pictured: Scott Able, Lisa Cassity, Mike Eaton, Patty Frakes, Olivia Myers, Tiffany Rawlings. Bartimus, Denise Bell, Teresa Schnell, Jeanie Ducate, Carrie Winterowd. Not Pictured Julie Alport, Tina Appleby. David Asjes, David Barnes, Allison Bell. Stacey Bell, Penny Bridges, Louis Cohn, Andi Czarlinsky, Mike Dierks, Jim Durbin. Dave Eaton. Caren Eisenstein, Charles Engelken. Brian Eubanks. Lori Eveloff. Susan Garcia, Alan Hase. Kris Hase, Bob Hathaway, Lynn Houston, Drew Hutton. Mike Jacoby, Alan Kessler, Kim Kleb, Todd Koelling, Simone Liebman, Leslie Lyles, Mikalyn McCann, Michelle Melson. Mike Montgomery, Jolie Ogg, Laura Ross, lill Schwartz, Suzy Siegler, Teresa Smith, Mona Stew- art, Todd Swartz, Sarah Talbert, Sheila Vardakis, Micki Watson, Diane Weinzirl, Kip Weiner, Colleen Wilson. Shannon Yeisley J i'J U .3 Aaron. Debbie (12) 30,86,148.149. 173,237 Cheerleader Co-Captain 9, 12, Cheerleader 10,11, Choir 9; Musical 11,12; Quill and Scroll 11, 12; Spirit Club 9-12, Track Official 11,12; Yearbook 9, Assistant Editor 12; Kachina Attendant 9 Aaron, Steve (9) 60.107.132,132 Aaron, Todd (11) 42 Abel. Scott (11) 42,110 , 111,113,197 Accurso. Kim (10) 52,197 Aderet, Sigal (11) 42 Adkins, janet (12) 30,237 Cheerleader 9,10; Kachina Attendant 9; Spirit Club 9-12, Track Official 11,12; Yearbook 12 Adkins. Leslie (9) 60,122 ADMINISTRATION 68-69 ASSISTANTS 72-73 Agnos, )im (12) 30.199,201 Chamber Choir 11, Choir 11-12; Concert Choir 11,12; Indoor Track 11; Musical 12, Outdoor Track 11 Airola, Lon (12) 30,180,180 , 181 French Club 10; Key Club 10, VICA President 12; Volleyball 9 Akers. Marla (12) 21,30.190.237 Choir 9; Key Club 11,12; Quill and Scroll 11,12; Spirit Club 9,11.12. Track Official 11; Yearbook 9.12 Albright. Melissa (9) 60,138 Albright. Tim (10) 52,145,191 Alexander. Scott (12) 30,104 Football 12, French Club 12. NFL 12, Tennis 12 Alkire. Teresa (11) 42 Allan, Linda (11) 42,72 Allen, Dottie (12) 15 ,30 Community Resources 12, Model Senate 12; Model UN 12. Players 58 11,12; Poli-Sci Activities Chairman 12 Allen, |oe (12) 10,80 Allison, Mitch (11) 42,198,199,201 Allred. Mia (10) 52.77 Allred, Tom (11) 42,130 Alport, Julie (10) 52,155 Amick. Kris (10) 52 Anderson, Angela (10) 52 Anderson, Lynn (11) 42 Anderson, Steve (9) 60 Anderson, Warren (11) 42,198,199, 201 Angell. Mr Ken 78,79 Anthuis. Nancy (9) 60 Appleby, Mona (10) 7 ,52.186 ,187 Appleby, Tina (12) 30,237 Key Club 12; Lancer 9, Poli-Sci 12. Quill and Scroll 11,12, Spanish Club 12, Spirit Club 12, Yearbook 12 Arenson, )eff (11) 42 Arnall, Mr Forrest 81 Arnold. Curt (10) 52,106,107,130, 130 , 199,201 Arnold. Scott (12) 30 Arnone. Gina (11) 42,84 Ash. Carl (9) 90.208 Ashford. Randy (10) 52,106 . 199,201 Ashley, Myron (11) 42,197 Asjes. David (12) 30.104,170 ,171, 171 Class President 9-11, Concert Band 9-12, Football 9-12, Indoor Track 10,11; Jazz Ensemble 9,10, Marching Band 10; Musical 11,12; NHS 11, President 12; Outdoor Track 9-12, Pep Band 9-12, Poli-Sci 12; Snoball Attendant 11; Spirit Club 12; Stage Band 9,10; Stu-Co 9-12; Wrestling 10 Assefi, Assef (11) 11,42 Averill, Amy (10) 52 Averill. Bruce (9) 60 Avila. Raquel (11) 42,89 i) Bailey. Beth (10) 52,197 Bailey. Laura (10) 52 Bain. Jerry (9) 60 Baker, Cheri (12) 30 CGSA 10,11, Activities Chairman 12; Community Resources 12; Indoor Track 10,11; Outdoor Track 9-12 Baker, Cynthia, (12) French Club 9 Baker, Darrell (9) 60 Baker, Dean (9) 60 Baker, limmy (11) 42 Baker, Pam (10) 52 Baker, Sammy (9) 60 Ball. David (12) 18,30,111,112,113 Basketball 9, Concert Band 9-11, Cross Country 10-12; Fall Play 11, 12; Football 9; Indoor Track 10,11; Marching Band 10,11, Musical IQ- 12; Outdoor Trade 9-12; Pep Band 10-12, Players 58 10-12; Vo-Tech 10,11 Ball. Duane (12) 18,28,30,112 , 173, 204,205,207,237 Basketball 9. Children's Play 10-12, Concert Band 9-12, Fall Play 9-12, Football 9; Marching Band 10-12, Musical 10-12; NHS 12, Pep Band 10-12; Players 58 10, Vice President 11, President 12, Quill and Scroll 12; Stage Band 9; Stu-Co President 9, Yearbook 9,12 Ball. Elbie (10) 52 Ballou, Mrs. Diane 92 Balow. Geri (9) 60 Banaka. Mr Gene 70,71 ,74 ,75 BAND 196-197 BAND. MARCHING 194-195 Bardwell, Dana (11) 42,155,199,200 Barker, Ron (11) 42,104 Barnes, David (10) 22,52,111 Barnes, Mr Paul 74 Barnes, Sam (10) 33 . 194 , 195 , 197 Barthol. Andrea (11) 42 Barthol, Debby (11) 42 Barthol. Janna (9) 60 Bartimus, Ellen (9) 60,122 Bartle. Mrs. Claudette 88 Bartow, Meg (11) 42 Basham, Kristin (9) 60,183 BASKETBALL. BOYS' FRESHMEN 132- 133 BASKETBALL. BOYS' JV 130-131 BASKETBALL. BOYS' VARSITY 126-129 BASKETBALL, GIRLS' FRESHMEN 138- 139 BASKETBALL. GIRLS' JV 136-137 BASKETBALL, GIRLS' VARSITY 134-135 Baskett, Mr Mel 101 Batlmer, Diane (12) 30,116,117,134 Basketball 9-12; CGSA Secretary 11, Vice-President 12, Community Resources 12; Indoor Track 10,11; Outdoor Track 9-11; Snoball Attendant 10, Spirit Club 10-12; Volleyball 9-12 Bauer. Becky (9) 60.122,150 . 151.160 Baughman, Melinda (10) 52,150,197 Baumgardner. Dina (10) 52 Baumgardner. James (9) 60 Baumgartner, Eric (9) 60 Baze, Greg (12) 30,197 Concert Band 9-12; Football 9, Marching Band 12, Musical 9-12, Pep Band 10-12, VICA 12 Beach, Joe Dee (12) 19,30,104.126 . 127,202,203 Basketball 9-12; C Club 10,11, Secretary 12, Chamber Choir 11, Choir 10,11; Community Resources 12; Concert Choir 10, 11, 87th Street Gang 12; Football 9-12, Gentlemen Songsters 10,11; Snoball Attendant 10, Tennis 9-12 Beard, Ken (11) 42 Beauchamp, Alan (12) Beauchamp, Joe (11) 42 Beauchamp, Judi (12) 30 VICA 12 Beckner, Dr Patrick G 70,77 Beggs. Kym (12) 30,52 ,71,197,198, 199.200,202 .203 Chamber Choir 11,12; Concert Band 9-12; Concert Choir 9-12, 87th Street Gang 12. Flag Team 11,12; Marching Band 1012; Melody Maiden 1012, Pep Band 1012, Spirit Qub Sgt. at Arms 9 Belingloph, Andrea (12) 30 Bell. Allison (10) 52,88 Bell, Brian (9) 60 Bell, Denise (10) 52,121 Bell, Dennis (12) 30,85.166,166 . 169, 174,174 Children's Play 9-12. Fall Play 9-12, Football 9, Lancer 1st Page Editor 9; Model Senate 1012; Model UN 1012, Musical 9-12; NFL 10,11, Vice-President 12, Players 58 10,11, Parliamentarian 12, Poli-Sci 10,11, Activities Chairman 12. Searchlight 12 Bell. Stacey (11) 42.199,199 ,200 Bell. Walter (12) Benanti, Mike (12) 30,104 Basketball 9, Football 9-12, Indoor Track 9-11, Vo-Tech 11,12 Benanti, Pat (10) 52,107 Bennett, Mark (9) 66 Bentley, Michelle (9) 60 Berberich. Tom (11) 42 Berger. Cindi (10) 52,155 Berry. Kendall (10) 52 Berry. Lea (12) 30 Choir 9, Outdoor Track 9, VICA 12 Bessenbacher, Mr Robert D 81,83 , 127 Bessenbacher, Shari (11) 42 Bierwirth, Andy (9) 60 Bierwirth, Julie (12) 30 CGSA 11, Secretary 12; Community Resources 12, Indoor Track 10-12, Outdoor Track 9-12 Bigelow, Nancy (11) 42 Bink. Amy (9) 60 Bisby, Linda (10) 52 Bishop, Valerie (12) 31 Blackmon, Claud (11) Blackmon, Pam (10) 52 Blacksher, Erika (12) 22,31,116,117, 165,173,237 CGSA 11,12; Community Resources 12; Quill and Scroll 12; Softball 11, Stu-Co 11, Vice-President 12; Volleyball 11,12; Yearbook 12 Blackwood, Shannon (12) 31,140, 140 , 142 C Club Club 10-12, Choir 9, Football 9,10, Outdoor Track 9, Wrestling 9-12 Blades, Anne (12) 31 Blando, Joe (12) 31 Basketball 9, Choir 9. Football 9, Golf 10-12; Spanish Club 12 Blatt, Mike (11) 42 Blend, Marlene (12) 31,197.237 Children s Play 11, Concert Band 9- 12, Marching Band 10-12; Musical 11,12; Players 58 11,12; Stu-Co Treasurer 9, Yearbook 12 Blocker, Dale (11) 42 Blocker, Paula (11) 42 Blond, Ilya (10) 52 Bloom, Barton (12) 31 Vo-Tech 12 Bloom, Bob (9) 60,145 Bloom, Randy (10) 52,143 Bloomberg, Reda (11) 42,82 Boden. Scott (12) 41 Bohrn, Buddy (10) 52 Bohrn, Robert (9) 60 Bohrn, Terry (12) 31 Bollinger, Bob (10) 52 Bonds. Henry (11) 42 Booker, Rita (11) 42 Borgmeyer, Joe (11) 42 Bowles. Jon (9) 60.66.66 .206 Boyles. David (10) 52,77 Brader, Frances (11) Bradshaw, Mr Don 104 Bradshaw, Mr Larry 94 Brady, Jon (11) 42 Bramble, Jerry (12) Brandom, Jack (12) 31,33 ,86.104, 105,140,140 , 141,193 Basketball 9. 10; C Club 11,12; Concert Choir 9; Football 9-11, Captain 12; French Club 10, Indoor Track 10,11, Outdoor Track 9-11; Wrestling 11 12 Brandt, Mr William 69 Breckenridge, Leah (11) 42,134,134 135 Bregal. Amy Jo (11) Bridges. Penny (12) 31,159 , 167.186 Key Club 12, Poli-Sci 12; Secretarial Practice 12, Spanish Club 12; Spirit Club 12 Brillhart. Mr Bob 78 Brisley, Kent (12) 31,144.144 ,145,176 C Club 9-12; Choir 9, Community Resources 11,12, Concert Choir 9, Fall Play 9; Football 12, Model Senate 9; Poli-Sci 10,11; Swimming 9-12 Brocato. Rose Marie (12) 31 Choir 9; Kachina Attendant 9; Spirit Club 9 Bron. Andy (9) 60 Brooks. Kevin (11) 42,104,106 Brown, Carol (10) 52,143 Brown, Jennifer (9) 60 Brown, John (11) 43 Brown. Kathy (12) 31 Model UN 11; Office Occupations 12; Poli-Sci 11 Brown. Mark (11) 43 Brown, Scott (9) 61 Brown. Sharon (11) Brown, Shirley (10) 52 Brown, Stefanie (11) 43 Brown. Steve (9) 61 Brown, Susan (11) 43 Brown. Mr. Wayne 84,84 ,87 ,168, 168 . 169,169 Bruce, Ami (10) 52,122,122 , 197 Bueker, Greg (9) 61,145 Bumgarner, Angela (11) 43 Bunch, Sarah (11) 43,172 Bundy, Mark (12) 31,159,169 . 197 Concert Band 10-12, Football 9. French Club 12; Marching Band 10- 12, Pep Band 10-12, Stu-Go 9, Treasurer 10,11 Bundy, Mary (12) 31,51,178,178 , 179 Bunyard. Bill (11) 43 Burec, Michael (9) 61 Burgdorf, Barry (10) 52 Burke, Sherry (9) 61 Burroughs, Scott (10) 52 Burrow, Jeff (11) 43 BUSINESS 92-93 Bussey, Scott (10) 53 Butler. Julia (12) 28,31,52 ,173,174, 175,197,198,199, 200.201 .203, 207 Children's Play 10-12, Chamber Choir 10-12, Concert Band 9-12, Concert Choir 9-11, Vice-President 12; Drill Team 10, 11. 87th Street Gang 11,12, Fall F ay 10-12, Flag Team 12, Melody Maidens 10-12, Model UN 10. Musical 9-12. NHS 11,12; Players 58 10,11, Secretary 12, Quill and Scroll 11,12; Searchlight Business Manager 12 Butler, Mrs Margaret 71 Butler, Paul (9) 61,107,132,132 Byrd, Mrs. Ana M 76 (3 218 lndex Caffrey, Rich (10) 53,145 CahiH. Neal (12) 41 Caldwell, Kelli (11) 43 CALENDAR 230-231 Callegari, Andy (12) 31 Campbell. Kirk (10) 53 Candler, lames (12) 1 T.31,159.188, 188 Concert Band 9-11; DECA 12; International Club Secretary Historian 12; Marching Band 10,11; Poli-Sci 11; Stage Band 9,10; Swim Official 10 Canino, Chris (9) 61 Can.no, lody (11) 43,155.199,200 Cantrell, Vicky (11) 43 Capps, Andi (10) 53 Carbah. Beth (12) 20 ,31.95 ,197 Concert Band 9-11, Marching Band 10-12 Carbah, Karen (9) 61 Carbah. Keith (9) 61 Carr. Bill (10) 53,56 Carson. Mary (10) 53 Carson, Stephanie (11) 43 Carter. Lonnie (9) 61.107.109.132 Carter, Paula (12) 31,117 Volleyball 9- 12 Carter, Tammy (11) 43,114 Carver, Aaron (12) 41 Carver. Kim (10) 53 Casey, Dinah (11) 43,117 Cassity, Lisa (11) 43 Catalano. Steve (10) 53 Cattanach, Marianne (12) 31,96 Cauthon, Donna (10) 53 Cauthon, Ricky (9) 61 Cauthon, Tony (10) 53 Cavanaugh. |oe (11) 9,21,43 C CLUB 192-193 CGSA 192-193 Chamberlain. David (12) 31,48 ,49, 104 Basketball 9-11; C Club 9-11; Community Resources 11,12; Football 9-12, Poli-Sci 10,11; Snoball Attendant 10,11, Spanish Club 12; Tennis 9-12 Chambers. Mrs Amy 75 Chambers, Mr Wilbur 75 Chaney. Kelly (12) 31 Chapman, John (11) 43,197 Charles. Dana (11) 43.%, 122,124 Chastain. Sherry (9) 61 CHEERLEADERS. FRESHMEN 150-151 CHEERLEADERS. |V 150-151 CHEERLEADERS. VARSITY 148-149 Cheshier. Mark (12) 31,88 CHOIR 198-201 Christy. Charles (11) 43.63M40.192. 197 Christy, Dianne (10) 18,53,146 Chronister. Mr John W 96,198,200 Chronister, Kevin (10) 53.198,199.201 Claar. Karen (10) 53.155.199,200 Clark, Donna (9) 61 Clark. Nancy (11) 13,43,148 , 149,169, 199.200 Clark. Mr Robert 69 Clement. Kelli (12) 31,178 Basketball 9-11; DECA Reporter 12 Clemmons. Jennifer (9) 61 Clemmons, Jill (11) 43,155 Clemmons. Tammie (10) 53,155 Clemons, Barry (9) 2 .61,64 Clemons, Brent (12) 31,97 Concert Band 9-12, Marching Band 10-12 Cleveland, Jeff (12) 31 Cleveland, Maria (9) 61 Clevenger, Ms. Sue 74 CLOSING 238-240 Cloud, Jeff (11) 43 Clough, Lisa (10) 53.199,200 COE 98-99 Coggins, Laura (12) 41 International Club 12, Key Club 12; Exception to Eighth Semester 12 Coggins, Margi (10) 53,188 Cohn, Louis (10) 53 Cole, Diane (11) 43 Coleman. James (9) 61 Coleman, Liane (9) Collins. Mr B W 94 Collins. Jamie (11) 43,134 Collins. Randy (10) 53,76,107 Collins. Rhonda (10) 53 Colvin, lackie (12) Combs, Julie (9) 61,124 . 125,160 COMMUNITY RESOURCES 176-177 Compton, Carla (10) 47,53 Conard, Carrie (9) 61,114.115 Connelly. Anna (10) 53,199.200 Connett, Cindy (11) 27,43,122,122 , 186 Constantino. Jo Jo (9) 61 Conway, Julie (11) 43,154 , 155 Conway, Kelly (9) 61 Cook, Betty (11) 43,205 Cook, Tom (10) 53 Cooley, Chris (9) 61 Corchine, Andrew (10) 53 COSMOS 189 Cosnotti. Gina (10) 53,197 Cost, Mary (10) Coughlin, Margie (12) 31 COUNSELORS 72-73 COURTWARMING 162-163 Coutts, Jeanine (11) 43 Cowan. Denise (12) 31 CGSA 11,12, Concert Band 9-12; Drill Team 10- 12; Indoor Track 10-12; Marching Band 10,11; Outdoor Track 9-12, Pep Band 10-12; Spirit Club President 9 Cowan, Lorrie (10) 53,150,151 Cowling. Marty (11) 43.199,200 Cox, Jeff (12) 31,104 Football 12. Kachina Attendant 9; Outdoor Track 12 Cox, Mrs. Joyce 81,81 .83 Cox, Tim (10) 53 Cox, Tom (10) 53 Cox, Tyler (10) 53,107,143 Coyle, Mr Tom 99,99 . 180 Craig. Tonie (9) 61,121 Cramer, Bruce (11) 43 Cramer, Lisa (10) 53 Crawford. Lori (10) 53.122,124.125 Creamer. Mr Tom 96 Creasy, Mr Dan 32,81 Crews, Julie (11) 43,197 Crites, Steve (10) 53 CROSS COUNTRY. BOYS' JV 112- 113 CROSS COUNTRY, BOYS' VARSITY 110-111 CROSS COUNTRY. GIRLS' 114-115 Cross, Steve (11) 43 Crouch. Dan (9) 61,143 Crouch. Laura (11) 43,197,205 Crouch, Linda (12) 32,179 Concert Band 10.11; DECA 12; Key Club 10, Marching Band 10,11 Cuneen. Shana (9) 61.120,120 , 121, 138 Curless. Barbara (11) 43 Curless, Cindy (9) 61.120,120 , 121 Curtis, Robin (10) 53 Czarlinsky, Andi (10) 53,137 u Dahms, Bryan (10) 53 Dammer, Cindy (12) 32 Choir 9; DECA 12; Drill Team 10, Spirit Club 9 Daniel. Janet (10) 53,197.197 Danley, David (9) 61 Darbyshire, Doug (12) 15 ,32,104. 145,192 C Club 10,11, President 12; Concert Band 10,11, Football 9-12; Marching Band 10. Stage Band 9; Swimming 9-11. Co- Captam 12 Darrow. Jo Anna (11) 43 Dasbach. Lisa (11) 44.31 Davenport, Claralene (11) 44 Davis. Annette (12) 32.60 . 116 , 117 French Club 11,12; Searchlight 12, Secretarial Practice 12, Spirit Club 11,12; Volleyball 12 Davis. Darla (11) 44 Davis, leff (10) 23 .53,148 . 149,198, 199.201 Davis. Jennifer (10) 53,122,124 ,200 Davis, Lisa (12) 32 Concert Choir 9; International Club 10, Treasurer 11; VIC A 12 Davis, Mike (10) 53 Davis, Rich (11) 44 Davisson, Greg (9) 61 Day, Dewayne (10) 53 Day. Greg (10) 53,107 Dayson, Carol (12) 22,32.174 Deardorff, Joe (12) 32,140 DECA 178-179 Delaney, Chris (10) 53 Demaggio, Frank (10) 53 DeMarea, Mr Michael 76,104 Dempsey. Lynne (11) 44.155 Denis. Dean (12) 32,159 Concert Band 9; Golf 9-12 Dennis, Harley (9) 61 Denton. Lesli (11) 44 Denton, Patty (9) 61 Dessert. Ken (10) 53 DeWitt. Allison (10) 53.199,200 Dial. Lester (11) 44 Dickhut, Mary Jo (10) 53 Diercks. Angela (10) 53 Dierks. Mike (9) 61.64 .67 DiGiovanni. Paula (12) 32,178 DECA 12' Yearhook 9 Dills, James (12) 32 French Club 11. Vo-Tech 12 DiRaimo, Carla (9) 61,122,191 DiRaimo. Cecelia (12) 32,42 . 172,173, 197,237 Concert Band 9-12, Flag Team 11,12; Key Club 10, Histori- an 11, Secretary 12, Marching Band 10-12; Musical 11,12; NHS 11, Co-Service Chairman 12; 100 Girls 11.12; Quill and Scroll 11,12; Yearbook Co-Photography Editor 9. Business Manager 12 DiRaimo, Teresa (12) 32 Concert Choir 9; Secretarial Practice 12 DiVilbiss, Jana (10) 53,121,199.200 Donahue, Kevin (10) 53 Donahue, Therese (11) 44, 118 , 136 ,137 Donaldson. Diane (9) 2 ,61,121 Doolittle, Chris (11) 44 Dosanjh. Paul (11) 44 Douglass. Pam (10) 53,155 Dresie, Mr Ted L 78.79 . 189 DRILL TEAM 154-155 Drummond. Jeff (10) 53 Drummond, Mary Ann (10) 53 Ducate. Jeanie (11) 36 .44,155.186 , 205.206,207 Ducate. Paul (9) 61.64 , 107 Ducate. Suzy (12) 32,173,190,197.237 Choir 9,11, Community Resources 12; Concert Band 12; Concert Choir 11. Key Club 11,12; Marching Band 12; Model Senate 11. NHS 12; Pep Band 12. Quill and Scroll 11,12; Swim Official 11; Track Official 10-12; Yearbook Faculty Editor 9, Copy Editor 12 Duker. Stephen (9) 61,83 IXjmit, Paula (10) 53 Dunbar. Ms Marguerite 74 DuPont. Fred (10) 54 DuPont. Glenn (11) 44 Durbin, Jim (11) 44 lndex 219 Earp, Becky (11) 44 Eaton, Amy (11) 44,117,119,197 Eaton, Dave (11) 44 Eaton, Mark (11) 44,145.197 Eaton, Mike (11) 44,197 Eddleman, Ms Pat 74 Edwards. Kyla (10) 54,153 87th STREET GANG 202-203 Eike, David (9) 61 Eimer, Cheryl (11) 44.114,114 . 136 . 137 Eimer, Mark (12) 28,32.104,140,141. 173.237 Basketball 9, Children’s Play 11,12, Fall Play 11,12; Football 9-12, Indoor Track 10,12; Musical 11,12; Outdoor Track 9-12, Players 58 10,11, Student Representative 12, Quill and Scroll 12. Yearbook 12 Eisenstein, Caren (12) 25,32,86,155, 182 , 198,199,200,203,206 ,207 Chamber Choir 11,12, Choir 9-12, Concert Choir 9-11, Wardrobe Mistress 12; Drill Team 11, Sgt. at Arms 12; Fall Play 11 ,12, French Club 10,11, President 12; Melody Maidens 11,12; Model UN 11. Musical 9-12; Outdoor Track Manager 9, Players 58 1012; Poli- Sci 11,12; Spirit Club 1012, Historian 9, Stu-Co 11, Treasurer 9, Secretary 12, Track Official 1012. Yearbook Editor 9 Elder, Cheri (9) 61 Ellegard, Eric (9) 61,132,132 Ellsworth, |ohn (9) 61 Elsea, Julie (12) 32,73,171,190,190 . 191 French Club 11,12; Key Club 11, President 12, Exception to Eighth Semester 12; NFL 10,11, NHS 11, Co-Service Chairman 12; 100 Girls 11 Ely. Scott (12) 32 Engelken, Carl (11) 44 Engelken, Charles (12) 32.168 , 169 NFL 11,12 Erickson , Tina (10) 54 Estevez, Mr Vince 74 Ethridge, Paul (11) 44 Eubanks, Brian (12) 19 .32,126 .127, 128 . 193 Basketball 9-12; C Club 12; Qass Officer President 9, Vice- President 10; Concert Band 9-12, Marching Band 10,11, Outdoor Track 9; Pep Band 1012, Poli-Sci 12; Spirit Club 11,12; Stage Band 9; Stu-Co 10, President 9; Tennis 9. Track Official 12 Eubanks, Regina (10) 54 Evans. David (11) 44 Evans, Kim (9) Eveland. Tina (10) 7 .54 Eveloff, Lori (11) 44,199.200 Everson, Scott (9) 61 FALL PLAY 206-207 Farnen, Cyrena (10) 54 Fazelat, Sarnia (11) 44 Fazelat, Sania (12) 41 Key Club 12 Felling, Drew (11) 44 Fenner. Mark (11) 44 Ferguson, Karen (12) 32,134,135 Basketball 9-12, CGSA 12, Concert Band 9, Softball 1012 Ferro, Denise (11) 44,85 Fey. Cindy (10) 54,169.197 FINE ARTS 96-97 Finley, Mike (11) 44 Finter, Phil (9) 62 Finter, Steve (10) 54 Fiorella, Chris (11) 44,95 . 145,197 Fiorella, Lisa (12) 9,32,152,153,178 Choir 11. DECA 12, Key Club 10, Volleyball 9, Wrestlettes 12 Fisher, Pam (12) 32 Key Club 10,11, Snoball Attendant 11, Stu-Co 12, Track Official 11 Fisher, Paula (12) 32 Class Officer 11, 12; Key Club 10; Spirit Club 11,12; Stu-Co 1012 Fitzsimmons, jim (9) 62 Flack, Mary (9) 62,151 Flack. Steve (11) 44 Fleeks, Shari (9) 62 Flekier. Steve (9) 62,87 Fleschman, )oel (12) 32,160 DECA 12 Flucke, Terri (11) 42 ,44,194 ,197 Flynn. Mike (9) 62 Foley, Scott (10) 54,130 FOOTBALL. FRESHMEN 108-109 FOOTBALL. JV 106-107 FOOTBALL. VARSITY 104-105 FOREIGN LANGUAGE 88-89 Foreman, Mrs. Mary Lu 84,237 Foster, jenniffer (9) 62 Foster, Leon (12) 33 Choir 9,10, Vo- Tech 11,12 Foster, Mrs. Shirley 90,91 Foxworthy, Jenny (10) 54 Foxworthy, Sam (10) 54 Frakes, Patty (10) 54,197 Franano, Bob (9) 62 Franano, Mike (11) 45 Franke, Can (10) 54,150 Franke, Mike (10) 54 Franke. Susan (12) 33,157 Children's Play 12; Concert Choir 9; Drill Team 10; Fall Play 11; French Club 11,12; Key Club 10,11; NHS 11,12, Players 58 11. Quill and Scroll 11, 12. Signal 9, Spirit Club 9-12; Swim Official 11; Track Official 10-12 Franklin, John (11) 45 Frazier, Leah (9) 62 Frazier. Pam (12) 33 CGSA 11,12, French Club 10,11; Key Club 10, 11; Softball 10-12; Track Official 9; Volleyball 9 Freeman. Joelle (9) 62 FRENCH CLUB 182-183 FRESHMEN b(H 7 Frischer, Bryan (10) 54,195,197,202 . 203 Frohlichstein, Mrs. Louise 72 Fryer, Mrs Nancy Lee 92,92 Fugitt, Mike (9) 62,132 Fugitt, Pat (10) 54 Fuqua, Toni (9) 62,138 3 Gaiser, Bob (10) 54 Gallas, Michele (11) 45,183 , 199,200 Gallo, Tom (10) 54,143 Garcia, Cathy Jo (11) 45 Garcia, Danny (11) 22,45,140,140 , 141.197 Garcia, Diana (12) 20,22.33 Cheerleader 10; Concert Band 9, Outdoor Track 9; Spirit Club 9-12; Track Official 10-12 Garcia, Susan (11) 188 Gardner. Jeff (11) 45,111 Garlett, Chris (12) 33 Garrett, John (11) 45 Gasser, Ben (12) 21,33 Gateley, Laura (12) 33 Gatewood, Tammy (10) 54 Gelhorn, Ken (10) 54 GERMAN CLUB 184-185 German, Danny (10) 54 Giamalvo, Carol (10) 54 Giese. David (12) 33 Gilbertson, Bob (9) 62,132 Gill. Brian (11) 45 Gillenwater, Robbie (10) 42 ,54,107, 145.197 Gingrich. Joe (12) 33,104 Football 9, 10.12, Indoor Track 10,11; Wrestling 9 Ginsberg, Jamie (10) 54,198,199,201 Ginson. Marsha (10) 54,73 Ginzburg. Tamar (10) 54,198,199,200 Givens, Janice (9) 62 Glannon, Karla (12) 33,156 , 157,158 . 159,160,165.188,199.200 CGSA 11. 12; Choir 9,10; Community Resources 12, Concert Choir 11, 12, German Club 11; Homecoming Attendant 12. Key Club 10. Vice- President 12, Melody Maidens 11, 12, Spirit Club 10,11, Vice- President 9, President 12; Stu-Co 9, 11.12, Swim Official 11,12, Swimming 10-12, Track Official 9; Saga Attendant 9 Glass, Bram (9) 62 Glavin, Mr Howard 102,104,106 Gleason, Donald (12) 33 VIC A 12 Gleason, Steve (10) 54 Goetz, Art (11) 45 Goetz, W.L (10) 54 Goodman, Steve (11) 45 Goodson, Bill (10) 55,143 Gordon, Alicia (12) 25,33.172.237 Choir 9; Dual Enrollment 12; NHS 11,12; 100 Girls 11,12; Quill and Scroll 11,12; Spirit Club 9; Tennis 10,11, Yearbook 12, Sports Editor 9 Gordon, Michelle (10) 55 Gorrel, Holly (12) 33,85 Gosnell, Ken (9) 62 Gosselin, Cathy 45.197 Gott, Lacey Lynn (10) 55 Gouel, Siyamak (10) 55 Gragg. Tern (10) 55,121,197 Graham, Ann (10) 55,160,197 Graham, Mike (12) 33 Basketball 9, Football 9, Yearbook 9 Grant, Ronda (9) 61,62,138 Grauberger, Gail (11) 45,155 Graves, Alan (11) 45 Graves, Jamie (12) 33,37,197 Children's Play 10-12; Concert Band 11,12, Representative 10; Concert Choir 9; Dual Enrollment 12, Fall Play 11,12, Flag Team 11, Captain 12, German Club 10; Key Club 12; Marching Band 11,12, Representative 10, Musical 10-12; Pep Band 10-12; Players 58 10-12; Stu-Co 9, Signal 9 Gray. Mark (11) 45 Gray. Ron (11) 45,189 Gray. Dr Ron 68 Gray, Terry (12) 33 Choir 9-11 Greenbaum, Ellen (12) 14,33 VICA 12, Yearbook 9 Greening, Debbie (11) 45 Greening, Kathleen (12) Exception to Eighth Semester 12 Greenstreet, Lee (11) 45 Greathouse, Karen (10) 55 Grego, Kathy (12) 33 Choir 9, French Club 11, Spirit Club 9, Swim Official 10, Track Official 11; VICA Secretary 12, Yearbook 9 Griffall, Mrs Myra 101,116.117,118 Groff, Mr. Cal 101,137 Grooms. Mary (10) 55,150,150 . 151, 156,197 GROUP INDEX 210-217 Grow, Mr. Tom 81,82,122,122 ,124 , 125,176 Gruver, Barry (11) 45,197 Gruver, Andy (9) 62,107 Gustafson, Mrs. Doris 70,71 Hale. Frank (10) 55,107 Hale. Kris (9) 62,156 Hale. Laura (11) 45 Hall. Kathy (9) 62,151 Hallaba, Tony (11) 45,88 Halloran, Joe (11) 45 Halloran, Susan (9) 62 Ham. Mrs Barbara 101 Hamadi, Steve (11) 45 Hamilton, Ms Marilyn 42 ,71 Hamrick. Jim (10) 55.111,149.199,201 Hanover, Missy (10) 55,155.198.199, 200 Hardin, Neal (9) 62 Harless, Jody (10) 55 Harless, Mindy (12) 33 Harlow. Kevin (9) 62 Harms, Brian (11) 45 Harris, Cheryl (12) 33 Choir 9 Harris. Mark (11) 45,197 Harrison, Kim (12) 33,184 Harrison, Scott (11) 45 Hart, Bruce (12) 33 Choir 9; Concert Band 9. Concert Choir 9; Poli-Sci 11,12, Spirit Club 10-12, Yell Leader 11 220 lndex Harter. Mrs Sue Rose 84.84 .87,87 . 170 ,233 Hase. Alan (10) 55 Hase, Kris (11) 45,117,119 .137.173. 197 Hatcher, Mrs Rovina 92,92 Hatfield. Mark (11) 45,197 Hathaway. Bob (10) 55 Hatmaker, Anthony (9) 62 Hawke. Chuck (12) 33.194 , 197 Concert Band 9-11. Vice-President 12, Key Club 12. Marching Band 10.11, Vice President 12. Pep Band 10.11. Vice-President 12 Hayes, Mr Max 102 Hayes, Dr. Sharon Kay 100 , 101 Hayes. Shelly (12) 41.90.176 . 199.200 Concert Choir 9,12; Melody Maidens 9,12, Secretarial Practice 12; Spirit Club 9; Volleyball 9 Hays |eff (12) 41,180 German Club 10.11. VICA 12 Hayslett. Claudia (12) 33.198,199,200. 206 All-District Choir 10,12; Cheerleader 11; Children's Play lb- 12, Chamber Choir 9-12, Choir 9, Concert Choir 10,11, Student Director 12; Fall Play 10-12, Key Club 12; Melody Maidens 10-12; Musical 9-12. NHS 11. Project Chairman 12; Players 58 10-12; Signal Assistant Editor 9; Spirit Club 1CH2, Secretary Treasurer 9 Heard. Roger (12) 8 . 18,34.49,104, 104 , 138,146 , 191,234 Girls Basketball Manager 12; C Club lb- 12; Children s Play 11.12, Fall Play 11.12, Football 10-12; Indoor Track 10-12; Key Club 10,11, Sr Representative; Musical 11,12; Outdoor Track 10-12; Players 58 12 Fledgpeth, Steve (10) 55 Heft, Barbara (9) 62,183 Heidbrink, Della (9) 62,79.121.138, 138 ,197 Heidbrink, Dr Howard 68.68 Heintz, Paul (12) 34 German Club 10 Heilman, David (12) Concert Band 9- 11. Football 9; Marching Band 9- 11, Pep Band 10,11; VICA 12 Heilman. Sharon (12) 34,71,155 Cheerleader 9, Drill Team 10, Sgt at Arms 11. Captain 12; French Club 11,12; Office Occupations 12; Outdoor Track 9; Volleyball 9 Hellon, Steve (11) 45 Henderson, Sherry (10) 55 Henderson. Steve (10) 55 Heng, Elizabeth (10) 55.198,199,200, 200 ,201 Henley, Becki (12) 24.203,237 Chamber Choir 10,11, Concert Choir 9-11, DECA 12; 87th Street Gang 11,12; Melody Maidens 10, 11; Outdoor Track 9; Pep Club Vice-President 9; Stu-Co 9; Yearbook 12 Henley. Mr Emery 76 Henshaw, Kim (9) 62 Hercules, Mike (10) 55 Hernandez, Glory (11) 45 Hernandez. Robert (10) 55 Hertzfield, )eff (9) 62 Hertzfield, Steve (11) 45 Hess. Russ (11) 45 Hetrick, Bob (12) 41 Football 9-11; Outdoor Track 9; Vo-Tech 12 Hetrick, Margie (10) 55 Hettinger, Donna (12) 34,198,199, 200 .201 Chamber Choir 12, Choir 9-12; Key Club 11; Melody Maidens 10-12, Players 58 11,12; Spirit Club 10,11; Swim Official lb- 12; Track Official 11,12; Volleyball 9,10; Yearbook 9 Hines, Kelly (10) 55,197 Hines. Phillip (12) 34,197 Concert Band 12, Marching Band 12, Pep Band 12 Ho. Hoi Hei (12) 34,173.237 Basketball 10; Football 9; Model UN 11,12; Poli-Sci 11,12; Quill and Scroll 12; Spanish Club 11,12; Yearbook 9,12 Ho, Tuong-Van Thi (12) 34 Hockett, Tim (10) 55 Hohly, Dr Richard 232 Holker, loyce (9) 62 Hollrah, Karen (11) 46,122,123 Holmberg, Elaina (12) 34.161 ,198. 199.200 Chamber Choir 11, 12. Concert Choir 10-12; Melody Maidens 10-12; Softball 11,12 Holmes. Steve (9) 62 Holmes. Mr Ted K. 90 Holsen, |ohn (9) 62 Holsworth, Larry (11) 46 HOMECOMING DANCE 160-161 Hooper, Scott (10) 55,145 Hosek, Julie (11) 46 Houser, Paul (11) 46 Houston, Jennifer (9) 62 Houston, Lynn (11) 46,93,197 Howard, Heidi (9) 62 Howard. Mike (10) 55 Howard, Sherri (12) 34 Howe. Paul (9) 62.108 , 132 Howk, Amy (11) 28.46.155,206 Howk, Mrs Annette 78,79 Hudgins, Chris (12) 34 Hudson, Tina (11) 46 Hughes, Patty (12) 34.190,194 . 197 Basketball 9. Concert Band 9-11, Treasurer 12; Jazz Ensemble 11; Key Club 11,12; Marching Band 10-12; Musical 10-12; Lancer 9; Stage Band 9; Swim Official 11; Track Official 10,11; Volleyball 10 Huling, Mindy (11) 46,91 Hunt. Glenn (11) 46,197 Hunter. Allison (11) 46 Hunter. Michael (12) 34 Football 9; VICA Parliamentarian 12 Hurtado. Mike (10) 55 Hurtado. Tina (12) 34,117 Basketball 9-12; CGSA 12; Softball 9-12; Volleyball 9-12 Huskisson, lackie (10) 55 Hutchison, Leroy (9) 62 Hutchison. Melanie (10) 55 Hutton, Drew (10) 55,107 Hwang, Heys (11) 46 1 INDUSTRIAL ARTS 94-95 Indall. Emily (10) 55 Ingalls, Cheryl (11) 77 Inman. Sheila (9) 62,64 . 120.121 INTERNATIONAL CLUB 188 Irvin. Mr Tom 103,104,104 . 140 Irwin. Holly (9) 62,122 Jackson. Joe (11) 46 Jackson, Ray (9) 62 Jackson. Raymond (9) 62 lacobs, Brian (9) 62 Jacobson, Michele (11) lacobson, Richard (9) 62 jacoby, Mike (12) 9,34 Community Resources 11,12; Concert Band 9; German Club 11, Model Senate 11, Model UN 11. NFL 10-12; NHS 11,12; Poli-Sci 11,12 Jafari, Farnaz (9) 62 James. Randy (12) Jamieson, Scott (12) 34,188 DECA 12; International Club 11, President 12, Poli-Sci 10,11; Swim Official 10 Janssens, Albert (10) 55,107.199,201 Janssens, Paul (12) 34 Basketball 10, 11, DECA 12, Outdoor Track 10; Spanish Club 10 lanzen, Wayne (10) 55,130,145 layroe, Jeff (9) 10,63 Jeffries, Dennis (11) 46 lenkins, Melinda (9) 63 Johnican. Ken (9) 63 Johns. Charles (10) 70 Johnson, Chuck (10) 55 johnson. David (10) 55 lohnson. Denise (12) 34,88,172,190 . 234 Children's Play 10-12; Concert Band 9-11; Fall Play 11,12, Flag Team 11, Co-Captain 12. Key Club 11, Treasurer U, Marching Band 10-12; Musical 10-12, NHS 11. Secretary 12; 100 Gris 11,12; Pep Band 10-12; Players 58 10-12, Spirit Club 9; Yearbook Class Section Editor 9 Johnson. Diana (12) 34 Choir 9-11, VICA 12. Vo-Tech 11 Johnson, Jeff (9) 63 Johnson. Ken (9) 63,132 Johnson, Ron (12) 34 Marching Band 9.10 lohnson, Susan (12) 34 Drill Team 11; French Club 9-11; Spirit Club 9; Softball 10 Johnston, David (9) 63 Johnston, Pat (9) 63,132,132 Johnston. Theresa (12) 34,117,152 , 153 Children s Play II. Fall Play 11, 12. Musical 11,12; Players 58 11. Secretarial Practice 12. Spirit Club 9-12, Track Official 10-12; Volleyball 9-12, Wrestlettes Captain 12 Jones, Amy (11) 46 Jones, Mr lack 74 Jones, Jim (10) 55 lones, Mike (11) 46,104.140 Jones, Mike (10) 55 Jones, f’reston (11) 46,130 Jones. Sandra (11) 46 Jones, Trice (12) 34 Jones, Valerie (10) 55 Jones, Vicki (9) 63 lodge. Melissa (11) 46,199,200 JUNIORS 42-51 lurgeson, Les (11) 46 Justice. Mont el (12) 34 a Kallem, Dr Joel 68 Kanter. Lily (10) 55,122 Kanter. Herman (11) 46 Karriker, Kim (12) 34.152,153,153 Girls' Basketball Manager 11; Choir 9. Dual Enrollment 12; Spirit Club 9- 12; Track Official 10; Wrestlettes 12 Kart sonis, Christina (10) 55,198,199, 200.201.204 Kaswan. Elaine (12) 34 Spanish Club 11 Katz, Gary (9) 63 Katz, Leslie (12) 34.37.174,175,197. 199.200.205 Children's Play 10-12, Chamber Choir 12; Concert Band 10- 12, Concert Choir 9-12; Fall Play 10-12; Flag Team 11,12; Marching Band 10-12; Melody Maidens 10- 12; Musical 10-12; Pep Band 10-12; Players 58 10-12. Searchlight 12. Sgt at Arms 11; Swim Official 11, 12 Kauffman, Dan (10) 55 Kauffman, Elizabeth (10) 55 Kauffman, Matt (11) 46,197 Kauffman, Rebecca (12) 16 ,34,92, 174 Chamber Choir 10,11, Concert Choir 9-11 Fall Play 10,11; Melody Maidens 10.11; Musical 9,10, Players 58 10,11; Searchlight 12 Kauffman, Mrs Sandy 69 Kaye. Butch (12) 34,197 Concert Band 9-12; Football 9. Marching Band 10-12, Pep Band 10-12. Stage Band 10-12 Kaye. Monica (9) 63 Kee. Jeannie (9) 63,138.138 Kee. Rhonda (10) 55 Keller, Kathy (9) 63,138 Kelley, Kerry (12) 34 Kennedy. Kathy (11) 46 Kennedy. Scott (11) 10,46,197 Kerr. Debra (9) 63 Kesler. Mrs Jean 97 Kessler, Alan (12) 34 Kessler, Melissa (12) 34 Kessler, Mr Robert 69 Kessler. Scott (12) 34 C Club 10,11, Treasurer 12; Concert Band 10,11; Football 9-11; Indoor Track 10 12; Jazz Ensemble 10; Marching Band 10; NHS 12; Outdoor Track 9-12, Pep Band 10.11. Stage Band 9.11; Yearbook 9; Kachina Attendant 9 Keyes, Barbara (10) 55 KEY CLUB 190-191 Kice, Jim (12) 34.1% . 197 Concert Band 9-12; Jazz Ensemble 9.10,12; Marching Band 10-12; Musical 10- 12. Pep Band 10-12, Poli-Sci 11; Stage Band 9 Kieffer, Jon (11) 46,84,111 Killingsworth. Anthony (10) 55 Kincaid. Mary (9) 63 King, Lee Ann (10) 55,155 King, Rick (11) 46,104,140.142 Kingore, David (10) 55 Kinnard, John (10) 55,57 Kinsinger. Jim (10) 55,107.143 Kinton, Bob (11) 46,197 Kipp, Steve (12) 34 Concert Band 9, 10,12, President 11; Marching Band 10-12; Musical 10-12; Pep Band 10- 12 Kisluk, Sherri (11) 46 Kleb. Kim (11) 46 Klein. Ray (11) 46.197 Kloiber, Tammy (9) 63,121 Kneib, Tim (10) 56 Kneib. Tom (10) 56 Knox, Miss Sherry! 97.188 Kobusch, Mike (11) 46 Kocherov, Lesli (9) 63 Koelling, Todd (11) 46,55,104,127, 130 . 167,173,189,189 Koncak. Jon (12) 34,78.126 . 127,128 Basketball 9-12; C Club 11,12, Concert Choir 9, Spanish Club 11 Koncak. Julia (10) 56,119,121.159 Korth, Brant (12) 34 Kowalczyk, Mrs. Beverly 84,87 . 120 , 121.165 Kraft, Brian (11) 46.199.201 Krull. Laura (10) 56 Kubayko. Craig (11) 46,104 Kuecker. Jim (10) 56.91.145 Ladd. Mark (12) 34.102,104 Football 9-12 Lagis, George (10) 56 Lambardo. Pete (9) Lambert. Jack (11) 21.46.76.% Lambert. John (10) 56.% Lammers. Jim (10) 56 lndex 221 Lamport, Loren (9) 63 Landes, Mr Chester L 68 .84,87 . 208 Landes. Diane (12) 34,178 . 179 Concert Band 9-11; DECA 12; Key Club 10; Marching Band 10,11; Volleyball 9 Laney, Erin (9) 63 Langley. Wally (10) 56 LANGUAGE ARTS 84-87 Lanyon, jilt (9) 63 LaQuey, Marcy 34,37.237 Cheerleader Co-Captain 9, Community Resources 12, Drill Team 10-12; Homecoming Attendant 10,11; Indoor Track Manager 10,11, Lancer Managing Editor 9; Outdoor Track Manager 9,10; Saga Queen 9; Spirit Club 9; Yearbook 12 Lasiter, Chris (11) 47 Lasiter, Tammy (10) 56 Latimer. Kevin (9) 63 Lau, Christine (10) 56 Lavish. Lea (10) 56.160,198.199.200, 200 .201 Lawrence, Debbie (12) 29,34,36 Key Club 10-12; Secretarial Practice 12, Spanish Club 11,12; Track Official 10-12 Lawrence, Jeff (12) 34,70 Lawrence, Liz (11) 47 Lawson, Cindy (12) 34 Lawson, Pam (10) 56 Leahy, Lorie (12) 24.29 .34,79,89 , 173,174,175 . 187,197 Concert Band 10,11, Publicity Officer 12; Flag Team 11,12; Marching Band 10-12. Pep Band 10-12; Quill and Scroll 11,12; Searchlight Editor-in- Chief 12; Spanish Club 11, Co- President 12 Lee. Mr Leon 94 Leeds. Gail (9) 63 Legg, Ms. Jonne 100 , 101 Lehr. Elizabeth (9) 63 Lehr, Mr Raymond V. 92 Lehr. Teresa (11) 47,153 Leibert, Todd (11) 21,47 Leon, Tony (12) 34,93 Basketball 9, Vp rhnnL U Lerner. Rick (11) 47.199.201 Levin, Kirsten (9) 2 ,63,87,208 Levin, Mike (9) 63,67,204 Levine, Karen (10) 56,199.200 Levine, Kevin (10) 56,148 , 149,198, 199,201,232 Levy, Rachel (12) 34.34 ,237 Yearbook 12 Levy, Sara (11) 88 Lewer, Charles (10) 56 Lewinsohn, Bob (12) 51 DECA 12, Vo-Tech 12 Lewis, Bob (12) 34 VICA 12 Lewis, Jim (10) 56 Lewis. Jim (9) 63,107 Lewis, Mark (12) 41 Lewis. Tilda (9) 63 Liao. Daniel (11) 47 Liberty, Russell (9) 63,111,132 Licausi, Paul (10) 56,111 Liebman, Ms Diane 78,79 Liebman, Simone (9) 63,122 Lindholm. Karen (10) 56.60 . 197 Lminger, Karen (11) 47 Lisman. Lori (10) 56,200 Little. Mrs Betty 78,79,79 Little, Maria (10) 56 Locklear, Debbie (11) 47,136 Locklear, Wayne (9) 63,137,197 Loehr, Shelly (12) 34 Softball 10; VICA 12 Lombard, Frank (11) 47 Lombardino, Mike (10) 56,107 Long, Craig (12) 34,104,140.193 C Club Sgt. at Arms 12; Football 9- 11, Co-Captain 12; Outdoor Track 9,11,12; Swim Official 11; Swimming Team 9. Wrestling 12 Long, Miss Rosemary 84 Lopez, Christine (10) 56 Lopez, Ms Margaret 74 Lothamer, Mike (10) 56 Loudon. Kurt (10) 56,106,107 Love, Kim (9) 63 Lovelace, Ken (11) 47 Lovelace, Lashon (10) 56 Lowenthal, David (10) 56,88 Luehrman. Donna (11) 20 ,47 Luetjen, Debbie (10) 56,184 Lyles. Leslie (11) 47 Lyles, Robin (11) 47 Lynch, Justin (12) 34 Lyon, Clay (12) 54 Chamber Choir 10; Class Officer Vice-President 11, Concert Choir 9,10, Gentlemen Songsters 10; Golf Team 10, Key Club 11; Stu-Co 10-12, Wrestling 10-12 Maas. Katherine (12) 36,122,197.237 CGSA 12; Concert Band 9-12, Marching Band 10-12, Pep Band 10-12, Poli-Sci 12; Tennis 12; Volleyball 9, Yearbook 12 Maas, Rhonda (10) 56,184 . 185 , 197 Mackay, Janice (11) 47 Magee. Thomas (10) 56,57 , 107 Maggio, John (9) 63 Maher, Shannon (12) 36 Golf 10-12 Mahoney, Margaret (9) 63 Mahoney, Mike (12) 36,82,148,149, 161,191,197 Concert Band 10-12; Fall Play 9; Homecoming Attendant 12. Indoor Track 11; Jazz Ensemble 10, Key Club 11, Vice- President President 12, Marching Band 10-12; Outdoor Track 11; Pep Band 10,11, Spanish Club 10, Stage Band 10, Yell Leader Captain 12; Mr Spirit 12 Mallory, Jim (10) 56 Malsby, Lana (11) 47,173,182,183 Malsby, Tom (12) 36 , Outdoor Track 9; Vo-Tech 12 MANAGERS 146-147 Mandabach, Jane (10) 8,56,155 Mann, Jeff (12) 15 .19 ,24 ,25,36,71 Community Resources 12; Concert Choir 9; NFL 12; Stu-Co 9,11 Manning. Angela (9) 63,121 Manzella. Frank (10) 56 Marley, Lynn (9) 63,121 Marquez, James (9) 63 Marr, Scott (12) 36 Choir 9, Wrestling 9 Martin, Mike (12) 36,48 .49,104 Mason. Mrs. Cynthia 99 Massey. Mrs Pat 37,68 ,73 Masters, Traci (10) 56.122,137 MATH 76-77 Mathany, Eddy (9) 64,132 Mather, Robbie (9) 64 Mathews, Greg (10) 56 Mathews, Toby (9) 64 Matthews, David (9) 64 Mattingly, Wendy (10) 56 Mattucks, Jeff (12) 36 Matulis, Mrs Valerie 103,116,117 Mayes, Tonya (10) 56,90 , 191 Maze. Mr. Sam 99 McBee, Brad (11) 47 McCain. Matt (11) 47 McCalmon, Kevin (10) 56 McCann, Mikalyn (11) 47 McClanahan, Autie (9) 64 McCord, Carrie (12) 36 McCord, lack (12) 36 McCord, Richard (10) 56 McDermid, Jo (10) 56 McDermott. Dan (12) 36 Football 9, 10 McDonald, Richard (9) 64 McElmurry. Tom (12) 36 McEntire, Stephanie (11) 47 McFall, Daphnia (12) McFall, Duana (10) 56 McFarland, Ken (9) 64 McGee, Judy (9) 64 McGuire, John (11) 47,197 McGuire, Laurie (9) 64 McKemie, David (10) 56 McKinney, Margaret (10) 56,159 McMorris, Dale (10) McMorris, Glen (12) 41 DECA 12 McMurray, John (12) 36 Choir 10; Football 10, VICA 12 McMurray. Jo Marie (9) 14,64 McMurray, Vince (10) 56,107 McTernan, Michael (10) 56,111,130 Meacham, Mrs Alice Gene 72,202, 202 ,203 Meade. Greg (10) 56 Meiners, Amy (10) 56 Meiners. Susan (11) 47,117 Melson, Michelle (11) 47,94,155,172, 173.204 Merryman, Mr. William 82 Messina. Debbie (12) 36,173,197 Cheerleader 9; Concert Band JO- 12, President 9, Marching Band JO- 12, Musical 10,11; NFL 10. Pep Band 10-12; Quill and Scroll 12; Saga Attendant 9, Yearbook 12, Editor 9 Meyer. Julia (12) 36,197 Basketball 9. 10, CGSA 9-12, Concert Band 10- 12; German Club 10, Vice- President 11, Marching Band 10-12, Pep Band 10-12, Stage Band 9, Swim Official 9-12; Swimming 9-12; Volleyball 9 Meyer, Mindy (10) 56,155,198,199. 200 Meyer. Sandi (11) 47,148,149 Meyer, Suzanne (9) 64,122,138,197 Meyers, Tim (12) 36 VICA 12 Michelson. Chris (11) 47 Middleton. Mike (10) 57,149,199.201 Mildfelt, Debbie (10) 57 Mildfelt, Sheryl (9) 64 Miles. Mark (10) 57,143 Miles. Steve (12) 36,110,110 , 111,127 Basketball 9-12, C Club 11,12; Concert Band 9; Cross Country 9- 12. Indoor Track 10-12; Key Club 10-12, Outdoor Track 9-12, Spirit Club 9 Miller. Andy (12) 10.36,94,204 Children's Play 11, Stage Manager 12. Fall Play 11. Stage Manager 12; German Club 11; Musical 11, Stage Manager 12; Players 58 11,12 Miller, Brett (12) 20,25,36 Miller, Carren (11) 47 Miller. Gary (12) 36.173,197,237 Concert Band 9-12, |azz Ensemble 9-12; Marching Band 10-12, Musical 11,12; Pep Band 10-12; Quill and Scroll 11,12, Stage Band 9-12, Tennis 9-12; Yearbook 9,12 Miller, Lynn (12) 36 DECA 12 Miller, Dr. Michael 69 Miller, Michelle (11) 47,198,199,200 Milliron, Mr Clarence 74 ,75 Milliron. Mrs. Kent E 71 Mingucci, Lisa (10) 57 Mitchell, lackie (11) 47 Mitchell, Linda (10) 57,114,137 Mitchell, Lisa (9) 64.114,115,138 Mitchell, Mrs Marian 68 , 100 .101 Moeder, Bob (10) 57 Monroe. Greg (12) 41.101 Monroe. Linda (12) 36 Swimming 9, Volleyball 9 Montgomery, Kevin (11) 47,111,197 Montgomery. Lori (11) 47 Montgomery, Mike (9) 64,143 Montgomery, Syd (11) 47,203 Moon, Bret (11) 47 Mooney. Kim (11) 47,155 Moore, Gna (9) 64 Moore, Jerry (9) Moore, Kathy (11) 48 Moore, Kim (9) 64,103 Moreno, Samantha (9) 64 Morgan, Trish (11) 48,198,198 , 199 200 Mori, Jim (10) 57 Morris, Tona (9) 64 Morrissey, Kay (10) 57 Morton, Jackie (10) 57,155 Morton, Jo Lynne (12) 36,166 CGSA 12; French Club 9-12, International Club 11, Key Club 11; Model UN 12; National Model UN 12; Poli-Sci 12, Spirit Club 10, Softball 11,12 Mosby, Jim (12) 10,36,126 , 127.129 182,197 Basketball 9-11, Co- Captain 12; Concert Band 9-12; French Club 10,11, Activities Chairman 12, Indoor Track 10, Jazz Ensemble 10-12, Marching Band 10-12; Outdoor Track 9-11, Pep Band 10-12, Snoball Attendant 10, 11; Stage Band 9-12 Mosby, Steve (9) 64,143,178 Mote, Karla (12) 36 Moys, Mrs. Betty 70,71 Murray, Kathleen (12) 36,82 Community Resources 12, Concert Choir 9-11; Melody Maidens 9-11 Murray, Mary (12) Musgrave. Mr John H. 83,144,144 . 145 MUSICAL 208-209 Myer, Jacki (9) 64 Myers, Olivia (12) 26 .36,88 Concert Band 9-12; Fall Play 9, Marching Band 10-12, Pep Band 10-12; Spanish Club 12 Myers, Terry (10) 57 Nafus, Robin (11) 48.152,153,173,203 Narotsky, Alla (12) Nash, Lisa (10) 57 Neal, Mr Ben 68 ,70,71.164 Nebgen, Anya (11) 48,197,199,200 Nelms, Gary (9) 64 Nelms, Lorie (10) 57,199,200 Newell, Margie (10) 57 NFL 168-169 Nguyen. Hung Vuong (10) NHS 170- 171 Noisewater, Belinda (12) Choir 9,12; Softball 10 Noisewater, Kenny (9) 64 Noisewater, Phyllis (11) 48 3 O'Donnell, Ginny (9) 64 OFFICE 70-71 Ogg, Jolie (11) 48,122 Ogg. Marisa (9) 44.64,121 Ogle. Raymond (9) 64 O'Keefe. Kathi (11) 48 O'Larte, Beth (11) 48 Oliver, Conni (10) 57 Olson. Jeff (11) 48 100 GIRLS 172-173 O'Neill, Rob (12) 37 Vo-Tech 12 O'Neill, Dr. Robert 68 O'Renick, Linda (9) 64,82,114 O'Sullivan, Leslie (9) 64 Oswald, Jim (9) 64 222 lndex Owens. Holly (11) 48.173 Oxler. Bob (9) 64.107.108M43 Pace. Lynette (12) 37.178.178M79 Choir 9. DECA 12 Palmay . Richard (11) 48 Palmer. Matt (11) 48 Paris. Mr Ernie 70,232 Parks. Mrs lane 73,73 Parsa, Mrs Marly 101 Parscale. Boyd (9) 64 Parson, Christy (11) 48 Parson, Leann (9) 64 Pascuzzi, Diana (11) 48,197 Pascuzzi, Robin (9) 64 Patel. Bipin (9) 64 Patel. Daxa (11) 48,188 Patterson, Craig (12) 37 Paulsen, Mrs. Ruth 88 Payne. Carol (10) 57 Payne, Elaine (12) 37,182- Peck, Lilli (9) 64.185 Peltzie, (ill (10) 57 Penner, Daryl (12) 37,179 Choir 9, Concert Choir 9. DECA 12; French Club 10,11; Tennis 11,12 Perahoritis, Athan (10) 57 Perahoritis, Connie (9) 64,121 Perahoritis. Kathy (11) 48,155 Perkins, Anthony (9) 65 Perry, John (10) 57,197 Perry, Marilyn (11) 48 Peters, Doreena (11) 48 Peters, Evadean (9) 65 Peters, Gregg (11) 30 ,48,55,81,145, 197,198,199,201,203 Petersen, Lorraine (11) 48 Petersen, Vicky (10) 57 Peterson, John (10) 57 Petrus, Jerry (12) 37 Phelps, Lisa (11) 48,199,200 Phillips, Jon (11) 48 Phillips, Linda (10) 57 Phillips. Rick (11) 48 Phinney, Troy (11) 48 PHYSICAL EDUCATION 102-103 Pickett, Charles (10) 57 Pierce, Carole (9) 65 Pierret, David (10) 57.197.198,199, 201 Pierret, Steve (10) 57 Pippin, Mike (10) 57 Pittman. Cindy (12) 37.178 DECA Treasurer 12 PLAYERS 58 204-205 Podraza , Mike (9) 65 Poisner, Andrea (9) 65,121,197 POLI-SCI 166-167 Poliak, Rick (11) 48,101,199,201 Pollard. Lisa (9) 65 Ponick, Scott (9) 8,65,107,143 Ponick, Tracie (11) 49,95 , 155 Poppe, Mrs. Susan 138 Porter, John (11) 49 Porter, Kelly (12) 37,154 . 155,199.200 Children's Play 10,11; Concert Choir 10-12; Drill Team 11,12; Fall Play 11, French Club 12; Melody Maidens 9-12; Musical 10-12, Players 58 10,11; Spirit Club 10,11 Porter, Kristy (9) 65 Porter, Sherrie (11) 49 PRACTICAL ARTS 90-91 Prewitt, Sandy (10) 57 Price, Bryon (12) 37,104 Football 12, French Club 11,12 Propp, Mr. Gene 72 Pummill, Scott (12) 37 Outdoor Track 10, Wrestling 10 Purviance, Mr David T 90 , 104,107, 108 QUILL AND SCROLL 172-173 a Rabuse, Mr M R 76,77.77 ,110 . 111,112 Raffurty, David (10) 57 Ramey. Allison (11) 26 .49,155 Ramirez. Tony (9) 65,143 Ramsey, Andrea (10) 57 Randal. Andre (11) 49 Randall. Barbara (10) 57,88,121 Randhawa. Kulvinder (11) 14,49 Randolph, Jeremiah (11) 49,104,143 Rankin, Brett (10) 57 Rapp. Jerry (12) 37,40 ,41,85,157, 174,174 , 175,198.199,201,204,207 Children's Play 9-12; Chamber Choir 12. Choir 12; Concert Band 9-11, Concert Choir 12; Fall Play 9- 12; Gentlemen Songsters 12; Homecoming Attendant 12; Jazz Ensemble 9-11; Marching Band 10, 11; Model Senate 10,11; Model UN 10,11; Musical 9-12; NFL 10,11, President 12; Pep Band 10,11; Players 58 10,11, Vice-President 12; Poli-Sci 1012; Searchlight 12, Stage Band 9-11 Raske, Pete (10) 57.130,199.201 Rausch. Michelle (10) 57.199,200 Rawlings, Tiffany (9) 17,65,151,196, 197 Ray. Debi (12) 37,187 Spanish Club 9-12; Spirit Club 11,12 Ray, Kim (9) 65 Ray, Ms Velora 75 Ray. Mrs. Virginia 91 Rea, Rick (11) 38 ,49.174 Rea, Robyn (9) 65,82 Read, Julie (10) 19.47.57,152,153 Reading, Mrs. Marjorie 77,77 Rebman, Mr George 68 Rebman, Jim (11) 49.94,104.105,192 Reckart, Mary (11) 49,199.200 Rector, Susan (9) 65 Reddy. Joe (10) 57 Redlin. Laura (11) 49.190 . 197 Reed. David (12) 37,70 Reed. Joya (12) 37 Reed, Natalie (10) 57,199,200 Reed. Robert (11) 49 Register, Scott (10) 57 Reifel, Kim (12) 37 Concert Band 9- 11, Marching Band 10,11. Pep Band 10-12; Swim Official 9 Reimer, Jeff (9) 65,87 Rendina, Kim (12) 41 Rennau. Mark (9) 65 Renne, Kathy (11) 49 RESOURCE CENTER 100-101 ReVoal, Leo (11) 49,104,107.198,199. 201 Rex, Brian (10) 57,143,199,201 Ricci. Mike (12) 41 Concert Choir 9 Ricci, Sherri (10) 57 Rice, Rebecca (12) 41,% Basketball 9, 10; Choir 9, Outdoor Track 9,10 Rice, John (10) 57 Rice, Linda (12) 37 Choir 9,10; Office Occupations 9,12; Spirit Club 10, 11; Track Official 11,12 Richards, Ms. Laura 101 Riddell, Lisa (11) 49,197 Riggs, Andrea (9) 65 Riggs. Scott (12) 37,159 Concert Choir 9. Football 9-11; Homecoming Attendant 10: Kachina Brave 9, Outdoor Track 9, Stu-Go 9. VICA 12; Vo-Tech 11,12 Riggs. Trent (12) 37 Saga Attendant 9; VICA Class Representative 12 Riley, Rusty (9) 65 Rittman, Randi (12) 24,37,114,164 . 165,172.172 . 193 Basketball 9.10; CGSA 1012, Cross Country 12; Indoor Track 10, International Club 10, NHS 11,12; 100 Girls 11,12, Outdoor Track 9-12; Stu-Co 9-11 President 12 Riverol, Philip (12) 19,37,47 Basketball 9; Football Manager 9, Outdoor Track Manager 9 Roberts. Chuck (11) 49.199,201 Roberts, Kim (11) 49,172,176 , 177, 177 Roberts, Kirk (11) 49,130,173 Roberts, Tom (12) 37 Robertson, Gregg (12) 37 Football 9, 10, Outdoor Track 9-11 Robinett, Paul (10) 57 Robinson. Jeff (11) 49 Rogers, Deidre (9) 65 Rogers. Jennifer (11) 49 Rogozenski, Eddie (11) 49 Roleke, Carol (12) 22.37 Key Club 10-12; Office Occupations 12; Outdoor Track 9,10; Swim Official 11,12; Volleyball 9-11 Romi, Kim (9) 65,79 Rose, Jill (9) 65 Ross, Mrs. Cynthia 68 Ross, Jill (12) 37,197 Choir 9. Concert Band 9-12, Marching Band 10-12, NFL 12, Pep Band 10,11; Softball 10,11; Stage Band 9,10; Volleyball Co-Captain 9 Ross, Laura (11) 49 Roudebush, Jennifer (9) 17,65,151 Rubin, Jann (10) 57 Rubins, Julie (9) 65 Ruffin, Ellis (12) 41 Russell. Barbara (10) 58 Russell. James (11) 49.104,140 Russell, Lisa (12) Choir 9; Outdoor Track 9; Spanish Club 9; Spirit Club 9,10,12 Russell, Leanne (9) 65 Ryan. Debbie (11) 49,197 Rynard, Andy (11) 49,52 ,84,104 3 Sabaugh, Ms Shirley 74 Sacks. Robert (11) 49,88 Samberg, Amy (11) 15 ,49,95,173 Samberg, Robin (10) 58 Sambor, Cindi (12) 38 Sanders, Angie (10) 58,137 Sands. Glen (11) 49.53,104,130,203, 232 Saper, Jeff (9) 65,164 , 197 Sappington. Jill (10) 58,150,198,198 , 199.200 Sartory, Mark (10) 58,143 Satz, Jeff (9) 65 Satz, Stacy (12) 38 Sbisa, Frank (12) 38,103.144.145 C Club 10-12; Outdoor Track 9; Spirit Club 11,12; Stu-Co 9, Swimming 9-12 Scaglia, Phillip (10) 58,88,107 Scaletty, Dale (11) 27,49 Scanlon. Jean (11) 49,117,118 . 182, 183.198.199.200 Schanker, Sammy (9) 65 Scheier, Jimmy (11) 49 Schmedding. Craig (12) 38 Tennis 9, 10 Schmedding, Mark (12) 38 Basketball 9-12, C Club 11, Vo-Tech 11,12 Schmedding, Melanie (12) 38,98,99 Basketball 9; CGSA 10-12; Choir 9- 11, Concert Choir 9-11; Drill Team 10,11; Melody Maidens 10,11, Spirit Club 10,11; Spirit Club 10,11; Swim Official 9,10, Swimming 9-11; VICA Vice-President 12; Volleyball 9-12, Saga Attendant 9 SchneH Teresa (12) 38.167 . 190,190 . 191 Key Club 11,12; Outdoor Track 9,10; Poli-Sci 12, Volleyball 11 Schroeder, Mrs J athy 71 Schulman, David (12) 38 Lancer 9 Schultz. Eli (11) 49 Schultz, Michael (10) 58 Schwaneke. Becky (12) 38 DECA 12; French Club 10,11, Stu-Co 10 lndex 223 Schwaneke, Debbie (9) 65 Schwartz, (ill (10) 58 SCIENCE 78-79 Scott. Mrs Nancy 84 ,87 Scott. Mr William A 89 SEARCHLIGHT 174-175 Searls, Dan (12) 38,110.111.127,176 Basketball 10-12, C Club 10-12, Cross Country 10-12; Indoor Track 11, Outdoor Track 11; Tennis 10; Vo-Tech 12 Seeley. Gavin (12) 38,85 Concert Band 9; Office Occupations 12 Seifert, Mrs Meg 103,114 SENIORS 30-41 SERVICE PERSONNEL 74-75 Sesler, Curt (10) 58 Sesler, Ken (12) 41,98 VICA 12 Shafer. Phil (12) 38 Football 10; Vo- Tech 11,12 Shaffer. Bryan (9) 65,107 Shaffer. Mr Don 97.97M94 Shaffer, Tom (12) 38,127,129.173. 197.237 Basketball 9-12, Concert Band 9.11,12. Treasurer 10; Cross Country 10,11; Football 9, Homecoming Attendant 10-12, jazz Ensemble 9-12; Kachina Attendant 9, Marching Band 10-12; Outdoor Track 9-12; Pep Band 10-12; Quill and Scroll 11,12; Stage Band 9-12; Yearbook 12 Shafran, Zack (9) 65 Shalton, Stacey (11) 49 Sharbel, Mark (9) 65 Sharbel, Rose (12) 15.38 Drill Team 10,11; Office Occupations 12. Volleyball 9 Shaw, Connie (11) 49 Shea, Brian (9) 65 Shea, Jim (11) 49 Shelton, Elizabeth (10) 13,58 Shepherd, Amy (11) 49 Shepherd, Jeff (12) 38.106 Football 9. 10.12, Office Occupations 12 Sherry, jannie (12) 24 ,25,38,69,173, 237 Choir 9, Quill and Scroll 11,12, Spirit Club President 9, Track Official 11,12; Yearbook Copy Editor 9, Editor-in-Chief 12 Sherry, Mike (10) 58 Shiflet, Lisa (9) 65.121 Shnayder, Leon (10) 58 Shobe. Mark (9) Shumway, Kim (10) 58 Siard, Miss Velma 92 Siegler. Suzy (11) 50,198,199.200 Siemon, Anita (9) 65 Siemsen, Cathy (10) 58,60 Siemsen. Kim (11) 50 Sifers. Mrs Myra K. 87,87 , 174.174 . 175 Simon, Susan (10) 58,156 , 198,199, 200,201 Simpson, Stephanie (10) 58.137 Sinclair. Brian (12) 19,27,38,110,111, 113.127,198,199,201 Basketball 9- 11; C Club 10-12; Chamber Choir 11.12, Choir 9-12, Concert Choir 10-12; Cross Country 10-12; Gentlemen Songsters 10-12; Outdoor Track 9,12; Saga Attendant 9, Tennis 9-12; Track Official 10 Singer, lacquie (11) 50 Singer, Mike (12) 38.179 DECA 12; French Club 10 Singer. Pam (10) 58,155 Sipu, Christy (11) 50 Sipu, Curtis (12) Sisk, Keith (12) 39 Sisk, Lorie (11) 50,117 Skinner, Allen (9) 65 Skinner, Renee (12) 39,98 Sloan, Terri (11) 50,197 Sloan, Todd (9) 65 Slusher, Andy (11) 50,146 . 197 Slusher, Clint (9) 65,132 Slyter, Mr Donald 69,23 Slyter, Lori (12) 23 ,39.116 .117.155, 158 . 160.161.192 . 198,198 , 199, 200,203 Cheerleader Captain 9, CGSA 11. President 12. Chamber Choir 12; Community Resources 12. Concert Choir 9-11, Secretary 12, Drill Team 10-12; 87th Street Gang 12; Homecoming Attendant 10-12; Homecoming Queen 12; Indoor Track 11; Melody Maidens 10-12, Musical 12, Outdoor Track 9-12, Saga Attendant 9; Volleyball 9-12 Small. Mike (12) 39,198.199,201.202 . 203,206 Children s Play 11,12, Chamber Choir 9,11,12, Concert Choir 9,10, Treasurer 11, President 12; 87th Street Gang 11,12; Fall Play 10,11, President 12. Gentlemen Songsters 10-12, Model UN 10.11; Musical 9-12; NHS 11, Vice-President 12; Players 58 10,11, Treasurer 12, Poli-Sci 10 Smart, Jacki (9) 65 Smith, Celestine (10) 58 Smith, Chris (9) 66 Smith. Chris (9) 66 Smith, David (10) 58 Smith, David (10) 58 Smith, Ms lane 73 Smith, Lonnie (12) 39 Basketball 9-11 Smith, Mrs Lucile 92 Smith, Mr Robert 103,103 , 104,232 Smith, Teresa (11) 50 Smith, Terri (11) 50 Smith. Terri (9) 66 Smith, Tina (9) 66 Smith. Tom (9) 66,107,143 Smith, Tonya (9) 66 Smothers, David (11) 50,104,146 Snapp, Cheryl (9) 66,120 ,121 Snider. John (10) 58,145,194 , 197, 198,199,201 Snow, Chandra (9) 66 Snow, Paul (10) 58 SOCIAL STUDIES 80-83 Soltz. Randy (9) 66.111,132 SOPHOMORES 52-59 Spalitto. Anthony (12) 39.44.104 Basketball 9, Choir 9; Class Officer 9; Football 9.10; Outdoor Track 9, Stu-Co 9 SPANISH CLUB 186-187 Spears. Aaron (12) 39,47 Choir 9, Concert Choir 9; Football 9,10 SPIRIT CLUB 156-157 SPIRIT WEEK 158-159 Sprofera. Joe (9) 66 Sprat, Ms. Opal 74 Staats. Curt (10) 58 Stafford. Sally (9) 66 Starchevich, Mr David 73,73 Steiner, Jack (12) 19.39.104.126 . 128 .129 Stephenson. Suzette (10) 58 Stern, Denise (11) 50 Stern, Lisa (12) 39 Secretarial Practice 12 Stern. Sandy (11) 50,90 Stewart. Lina (12) 23,23 ,28,39.95 . 166 . 167 Basketball 9, Children's Play 11,12; Community Resources 12; Drill Team 10. Fall Play 10-12; Model Senate 10-12; Model UN 10-12; Musical 9,11,12; NFL 10-12; Players 58 11,12; Poli-Sci 10,11, President 12; Spanish Club 11,12, Spirit Club 12, Track Official 11,12; Youth in Government 10,11, Attorney General 12, State Committee 12 Stewart, Mona (10) 23,58,159,204 Stinnett. Susan (9) 66,89 Stone, John (9) 66,143.107 Stone, Julie (12) 39,174 Children's Play 11; Concert Choir 9-12; Fall Play 10, Melody Maidens 10-12; Model Senate 11; Model UN 11; Musical 9-11; Players 58 10,11; Searchlight 12. Youth in Government 10,11 Stoor, Jenny (12) 39,197 Concert Band 1012; Fall Play 10; Flag Team 11,12; Marching Band 1012; Musical 1012, Office Occupations 12. Pep Band 1012; Players 58 10, 11; Secretarial Practice 12 Story, Danny (9) Stovall. Steve (9) 66 Straws, Dana (10) 58 Stroud. David (9) 66.107.108.109. 142 . 143 STUDENT COUNCIL 164-165 STUDENT LIFE 1-29 Sturm. Ricki (10) 58 Suchanek, Dee Ann (11) 50,199,200 Suchanek, Mike 58,58 (10) Suchanek, Ron (12) 38 ,41,94 Concert Choir 9,10; Yearbook 9 Sumler, John (10) 58 Sumler, Penny (9) 66 Sunderland. Nancy (12) 39 Basketball 9; Choir 9 Svejda, David (11) 50 Svejda, Vicki (12) 39 Svejda, Wendy (10) 59 Swanson. Dr. Walter 68,68 .69,158 Swartz, Todd (11) 10,50,95 , 140, 142 . 152 , 166,197 Swendrowski. Lisa (10) 59 Swendrowski. Mark (12) 39,111,140 Choir 9; Cross Country 10-12; Indoor Track 10-12; Outdoor Track 10-12; Swim Official 12; Wrestling 12 SWIMMING 144-145 Talbert. Sarah (12) 27,39.157.174,237 CGSA 10-12; Choir 9; Key Club 11. Model UN 12. Girls' Outdoor Track Manager 9; Poli-Sci 10-12; Spirit Club 9-11, Vice-President 12; Swim Official 10,11; Swimming 9, 10, Tennis 11. Track Official 11, Yearbook 12 Talley, Mark (9) 66 Talman. Julie (10) 59 Talman, Sherry (12) 39,153,160 Choir 9, Class Officer Secretary Treasurer 12; Drill Team 11; Exception to Eighth Semester 12, Girls' Outdoor Track Manager 9; Spirit Club 9-12; Stu-Co 12; Track Official 10,11, Wrestlettes 12 Talpers. Stacy (12) 24.26.39.89 , 155, 237 Concert Band 10-12, Concert Choir 9; Drill Team 12; Marching Band 10,11, Pep Band 10,11, Spanish Club 12, Treasurer 11; Yearbook 12 Tarantino, Maria (10) 59 Tarpley, Kelly (9) 67 Tavernaro, Donna (10) 59,121 Tavernaro. Julie (11) 50,148 . 149,173 Tavernaro, Patsy (12) 39,81,149,160, 198.199.200,200 Cheerleader 9- 11, Captain 12; Children's Play 10- 12; Chamber Choir 12; Choir Secretary 9, Concert Choir 10,11, Historian 12; Fall Play 10-12, French Club 12; Homecoming Attendant 12, International Club 10, Melody Maidens 10-12; Musical 10-12; NHS 12. Players 58 10-12; Spirit Club 10-12, President 9; Signal 9, Stu-Co 10 Tavernaro, Tom (10) 59,149 Taylor. Scott (12) 39 VICA 12 Taylor. Steve (11) 50 Tedlock, Kelley (11) 50,68 , 153 198 199.200 Teefey. Jana (11) 50,155,160,183,199 200 TENNIS. GIRLS' JV 124-125 TENNIS. GIRLS' VARSITY 122-123 Theiss, Jeff (12) 39,180 Concert Band 9; Football 11; Stu-Co Vice- President 9; VICA 12 Thomas Janie (10) 59 Thomas. Jay (10) 59,197 Thomas, Rick (12) 39,173,237 Concert Band 9-12; Jazz Ensemble 9,10, Office Occupations 12. Pep Band 9-12; Quill and Scroll 11,12; Signal 9, Stage Band 9,10; Yearbook 12 Thompson. Walt (10) 59,107,130 Thornton, Missy (9) 67 Tigner, Angela (11) 50 Timmons, Karen (11) 50 Tollefson, Mr George 72,73 ,99 Tomblin, Jim (11) 50 Toth, Wendy (11) 50 Totty, Lee Ann (9) 67,121 Totty. Scott (11) 50,76 Touslee, Gigi (12) 28,39,81 , 154 ,155, 155 Drill Team 10,11, Captain 12, Fall Play 12, French Club 10,12, Treasurer 11, Musical 11; Players 58 12; Volleyball Manager 9; Yearbook 9 Touslee, Gina (10) 59,155 Tracy. Mrs Bettye 87 Tratchel, Mrs Lindenette 89 Trefz, Kelly (10) 59 Trestik, Dan (10) 59,107 Trestik, Susan (11) 50 Triplett, Tricia (9) 67,86 Tritt, David (12) 39,78.79.197.206. 206 ,207 Children's Play 10-12; Chamber Choir 12; Concert Band 9-12, Concert Choir 12. Fall Play 9, 11,12; Gentlemen Songsters 12; Marching Band 10-12; Musical lb- 12. Pep Band 10-12; Players 58 10- 12. Stage Band 9 Tritt, Joe (12) 9 Tritt, Mary Beth (9) 64 ,67 Tritt, Mike (11) 16,50,197 Trout. Mr. Conrad 83 Trued, James (12) 39 Tu. Lan My (11) 50,88 Tupikm. Oleg (9) 67 Turner, Mindy (11) 50.116 . 117,157 , 199.200 Tusken, Matt (11) 50 Tyrrell, Steve (10) 59 u Ulrich, Elaine (11) 50 Underwood. Jackie (12) 39,100 Underwood, Michelle (12) 22,39,100 Softball 11 Unell. Lisa (10) 59.59 Unruh, Kurt (10) 59.130 VanBecelaere, Jo (9) 67 VanBecelaere. Paul (11) 50 VanDanElzen, Paul (11) 50 Vanderford. Lisa (11) 50,199,200 Vanderslice. Bonnie (10) 59 Vandervelden . Audrey (12) 39,181 Class Officer 12; Spirit Club 11,12; VICA 12 Vansant, John (12) 41 224 lndex VanSlyke. Andy (11) 10,50.126M27. 128 Vardakis, Sheila (10) 59 Vardakis. Theresa (10) 59 Venneman. Mike (12) 39 Viam. Debbie (12) 23.40.88.89 .90 , 170 Fall Play 11,12; Key Club 12. Musical 11,12; NHS 12, Players 58 11,12; Spanish Club Activities Chairman 11, Co-President 12; Spirit Club 10,11; Track Official 11, 12; Volleyball 10 VICA 180-181 Viles, Bill (9) 67 VO-TECH 98-99 VOLLEYBALL. FRESHMEN 120-121 VOLLEYBALL. JV 118-119 VOLLEYBALL. VARSITY 116-117 Wackly. Terry (10) 59 Wages, Karen (11) 50 Walker. Derek (10) 59.100 Wall, leff (11) 50 Walsh. Sam (9) 67 Walterman, Joanie (11) 50 Ward, Mary (12) Ward, Terry (12) 18,40,104,192 C Club 11,12; Choir 9; Football 10- 12; Indoor Track 10-12, Outdoor Track 10-12; Vo -Tech 12 Wardlow. Kim (11) 7,50,157 Watson, Micki (9) 67,138.138 Waxman, Nancy (11) 50 Wayman, Loretta (9) 67 Webb, Arnold (12) 40,99 Football 10, 11, Indoor Track 11; VICA 12 Webb, Carla Faye (9) 67 Webb, Tracy (9) 67,132 Weber. Greg (10) 59 Weber. )oe (11) 50 Weber, Melissa (10) 59 Weigand. Mrs Janet 232 Weiner, K.p (11) 40 .41,50,204 , 205 ,206 Weinzirl, Diane (11) 24,50 Weinzirl, Jerry (12) 41 Weisberger. Robert (11) 50 Weiss, Anjanette (9) 67 Weller, Ms. Pat 74 Welsh, David (9) 67,107,143 Welsh, Greg (12) 40,104.140,141 C Club 10-12; Concert Band 9; Football 9-12. Golf 10-12; Outdoor Track 9; Stu-Co 10; Wrestling 9,11, Captain 10,12 Welsh, Lisa (12) 40,56,98 Concert Choir 9; Vo-Tech 12 Welsh, Tom (10) 59 Wenski. )on (10) 59.89,198.199,201 Wesley, Marla (9) 67 West, leff (10) 59 Westgate. Sara (12) 13,19.40,122, 122 .123,135.173,237 Basketball 9- 11. Captain 12; Choir 9; Class Officer Secretary 9. President 12. Kachina Princess 9. Outdoor Track 9; Quill and Scroll 12, Snoball Attendant 10,11; Stu-Co 9,12, Tennis 9-11, Captain 12: Track Official 11, Yearbook Assistant Editor 9. Photography Editor 12 Weston, Miss Janet 91 Westrope, Doug (11) 50 Wetherill, Kelli (11) 50 Wewers, Tammy (10) 59 Wheeler. Lisa (11) 50 Whiles, Pam (9) 67 Whisler. Mike (10) 59,107.130 Whitaker, Kelly (10) 59 Whitaker. Ms Lea 74 White, Bernard (11) 50 White. Claudia (9) 67,1% , 197 White. Dan (12) 40 White, Jackie (9) 67 White, lames (11) 9,50,90 . 130 White. Jeff (10) 59 White, Kent (11) 50 White. Lynn (10) 59,199,200 White. Melanie (12) 8,40.90 . 165 Cheerleader 9; Class Officer Secretary 9, Community Resources 11,2; Concert Band 9-11; International Club 10; Marching Band 10,11; Model Senate 10-12; Model UN 10-12; Pep Band 11; Poli-Sci Pub Relations 10, Vice- President 11,12; Spanish Club 10, 11; Spirit Club 9,10, Stu-Co 10-12; Youth in Government 10,11, Governor 12, State Committee 12 Whiteaker, Billy (11) 50 Whitley, Mark (12) 37,40,104 Basketball 9, Concert Band 10,11; Football 9-12; Indoor Track 10,11, Key Club 10-12; Marching Band 10,11; Outdoor Track 10,11; Pep Band 10,11 Whitney. Thomas (12) 40 Choir 9,10; Class Officer 9, Vo-Tech 11 Whittle. Leianne (11) 50.150.151, 151 ,172 Wiggins, Mr Will 74 Wilcner, Todd (10) 59,143 Wilcoxen, Rod (11) 50,164,197 Wilcoxon, Mr Mackey 94,95 Wiley. Miss Michelle 71 Wilhelm, Matt (9) 67 Willard. Kathy (11) 10.44,45 .50 Williams. Cheryl (10) 59 Williams. Dawn (12) 22.40,80.117, 172,205 Children's Play 10-12; Community Resources 12; Concert Choir 9, Fall Play 10-12, Musical 10-12; NHS 11, Activities Chairman 12; 100 Girls 12. Players 58 10,11, Historian 12; Snoball Attendant 10, 11; Spanish Club 12; Spirit Club 9- 12, Swim Official 10-12; Track Official 10. Volleyball Manager 11, 12 Williams, Doug (11) 50,95 Williams, Jeffrey (11) 107 Williams, Jimmy (11) 104,50 Williams. John (10) 59 Williams. Keith (11) 51 Williams. Lori (11) 51.114,172,197 Williams, Sherm (11) 51 Williams. Terry (10) 59.111,112.198. 199,201.208 Wills, Mr E J 91 Wills, Mr Ted L 77 WiHsey. Mike (12) 41 Football 9; VICA Treasurer 12, Wrestling 10,11 Willsey. Rick (10) 59 Wilson. Colleen (11) 51 Wilson, Dave (11) 199 Wilson, Laurie (10) 59 Wilson, Mendy (9) 17,67.151 Wilson, Roy (12) 40,98 Winer. Sherri (12) 25,40,178 DECA 12 Winitz. Flora (11) 51,54 .173,197 Winitz. Sim (9) 67,111 Winner, Brent (9) 67,107,143 Winner. Mark (11) 51,111 Winterowd, Carrie (11) 51,114,114 , 186 , 187.197 Winterowd, Karla (9) 67,122,197 Wolf. Bobby (9) 67 Wolf, Don (12) 40,93 Concert Choir 9-11; Gentlemen Songsters 11; Poli- Sci 10,11; Swim Official 12 Wolf, Mike (11) 14.51.189.189- Wolf, Susan (9) 67 Wommack. Mrs Ginny 83,83- Wood, John (12) 40 Wood, Leslie (10) 59 Woods. Corban (9) 67,197 Woods, Ms Corine 97 Worth, Kim (9) 67 Worthy, Mrs Marge 77 WRESTLETTES 152-153 WRESTLING. JV 142-143 WRESTLING. VARSITY 140-141 Wright, Joe (12) 40 Choir 9-11, Concert Choir 9-11; DECA 12; Gentlemen Songsters 10,11; Saga Attendant 9 Wulff, Mr Steve 74 Wyatt, Donna (11) 51 y Yager. Katie (11) 51,84 Yeisley, Shannon (11) 51,1% YELL LEADERS 148-149 YELLOW JACKET 236-237 Yoksh. Lisa (10) 59,155 Yoksh, Lori (11) 51 Young. Beth (11) 51,91,155 Young. Diane (10) 59.%. 197 Young. Keith (11) 51.170- Young, Sherri (9) 67 Young. Todd (10) 59 2 Zbryk, Burgess (11) 51 Ziegelmann, Mrs Margaret 87 Ziegler, Barb (10) 59 Zinn, Kristin (12) 40.148 . 149 Cheerleader 11,12, Captain 9,10, Choir 9. Kachina Attendant 9. Outdoor Track 9; Spirit Club 9-12; Track Official 11,12 Zobel, Evan (11) 26 .51,168 Zobel, Mark (12) 40.183 Basketball 9- 12; French Club 11,12; NHS 11,12 A Student Life 227 May 27 - Centerites (our Mexico lune 4-Genesis Concert luly 13-16-Drill Team Camp — Temperatures rise to 110° Aug. 19-School Orientation 25 —First day of school 29 —Foghat Concert As the summer months went by people felt the heat's intensity Many people c$ed as oth- er citizens tried to help by sending money to groups help ing those in need 2- Spirit Glut) sells T shirts 12-Queen Copeert 3- Band I at Mteouri University -kq Breaker Dance - Led Zepplin’s drummer lohn Bohmen dies The wheel of seasons turned again as dents made their way back to school. Ge back into the swing of things, c ubs met the first time and elected their officers. 228 Student Life 3-PTA Family Fun Night 4-Poli Scittection Party 21 - MOM Fire in Las Vegas 21-22-Fall Play Once in a lifetime 28-29- Key Club rings bells f$r Salvation Army During the election people kept, a,close watch on their television Set for the final re- sults. The race between Carter and Reagan neared an end as Carter realized his deteat, giving a concession speech 1 —Minimum wage increased to $3 25 5 —School Resumes 19-23 - Basketball Tournament 20—Ronald Reagan's Inauguration — Hostages freed As the new semester started the Bangkok flu moved in keeping many students at home During the week of the 18th to the 24th the school absentee list reached a peak ot 278 causing concern among the teachers. 1 - School cancelled as wind chill reaches 50 degrees below zero 9-16-Georgetown Model UN - Beach Boys Concert Jri-Courtwarming Dance 26-28 - Musical Guys and Dolls currmg in De- ourtwarming in Council hoped to raise of a separation hing new, they time at a bas- FAR RIGHT After defeating Park Hill, Jim Mosby, 12, proudly accepts the first place trophy at the Belton tournament RIGHT: Dribbling by O'Hara opponents, Sara Westgate, 12, attempts a layup ABOVE Scott Kennedy, 11, takes off with a good start during a Raytown South meet RIGHT: The marching band performs during a spe- cial assembly when the M.U. band visited and per- formed for Center 230 Student Life Student Life 231 RIGHT Cleaning transparencies, Mrs Weigand, prepares notes for her Calculus class. BELOW Working with Terry Williams. Mr Smith explains a composition assignment Faculty switch creates problems r——w o add to the already confusing mess 1 of semester schedule change, the vj administrarion and students faced yet another problem of teachers leaving at semester break. Both the Mathematics and Language Arts de- partments suffered the most with three losses total. These numerous openings in the depart- ments presented the administration with a prob- lem, but to make matters worse thay occured at the middle of the year. It is always hard to find teachers this late in the year, but the unusual number of openings really made it difficult, commented Mr Paris. The administration also had to shift classes around to ease the transition period for the new teachers. We tried to give the teachers as many classes of the same subject matter as we could to cut down on their work load. con- cluded Mr. Paris. Students found these teaching staff changes a little surprising. I didn't know quite what to ex- pect and after I got into the room I knew even less, stated Glen Sands, 11. Mrs. Weigand shifted the people with the best test scores to- ward the back and those with the worst toward the front. This really shocked me at first, but I got over it, concluded Glen with a smirk. 232 Academic BELOW Discussing the class assignment, Mrs Harter gives David Asjes, 12, advice Popular teacher leaves Center m not officially retiring, just leaving I teaching, remarked Mrs. Sue Rose Harter, language arts teacher. Mrs. Harter left Center after 20 years of teaching. She was born in Columbia, Missouri, to parents she described as dedicated intellectuals. She attended high school at St. joe Central, re- ceived her B.S. in Education from KU, and her M.A. from UMKC. At KU she was elected ROTC Queen and nominated for Homecoming Queen. She first taught at Leavenworth High School for five years before moving to Kansas City. After her move she decided to teach at Cen- ter. Because of her many years here, Mrs. Harter saw many changes occur over that time. The set curriculum of LA 1,11,111, and IV changed to a choice of electives. There arose openmindedness to academic experimentation; if it didn't work, scrap it. There came a greater freedom for teachers to grade as they saw fit. Students also changed, from the hippies of the '60's to more conservative, grade conscious, formal students. Her popularity with the students became widespread. Many students signed up for a class just because she taught it. Elaine Payne, 12, echoed the thoughts of many, I think she is the most brilliant teacher I have ever met; she's great. LEFT Putting up formulas for his newly acquired ABOVE: Joking with Mrs Harter, Mike Small, 12, class. Dr. Hohly explains the principles relates a humorous ancedote Academics 233 Homeroom use varies with students 1 -1 I omeroom shifts were used by stu- dents for a variety of reasons. Work- ing, and goofing off were the general activities of students. I only work when I have something important I have to get done, confided Denise johnson, 12. Denise went on to say, I think homeroom is a good idea. It gives students a chance to work on things they'd otherwise have to stay after school for. Senior Roger Heard felt this way; Although most of the kids around me abuse it, I think homeroom is a good idea.” Rather than visiting with friends or listening to the radio, as junior Amy Howk’s, classmates do, Denise felt lunch and homeroom shifts could combine to make an hour for open lunch for Seniors. Visit or work; do you use homeroom wisely? ABOVE Making last minute checks. Sania Fazelat. 12, leafs through papers 234 Student Life RIGHT Leaving his studying, Mark Hatfield, 11, stares at the camera. LEFT Stunned by the camera, Amy Bink, 9, and Bar- bara Heft, 9, stop talking. ABOVE: Elizabeth Lehr, 9, assumes a comfortable position to study. Student Life 235 Creative staff defies traditions t seems like only a few days ago that I we were all sitting around the room with our feet propped up on the ta- bles and vaguely discussing all the de- cisions we knew would have to be made sooner or later. We knew we wanted to try our hands at defying tradition, so we brainstormed to come up with logical ways to do so. Our first challenge came with trying to decide how to provide plenty of space in the book to cover adequately the addition of Freshmen to the school. The School Board had already decid- ed to allow us a slightly larger book, but we still needed more space, so we added an extra sig- nature, (16 pages) and cut out division pages. To compensate for the loss of division pages, we used special layouts and graphics throughout each section, and special section identifications on each page. Another major change came when we decid- ed against any full color. We chose, instead, to spend the money in our budget on the special cover design, the additional signature, and spot color. After we had made most of the decisions, we began getting down to work or rather putting off the work. We were all guilty of procrastina- tion at least once during each deadline, but we somehow always managed to make the dead- lines even if it meant skipping lunch, staying after school, or loosing a few hours of sleep. This year has definitely been packed with a lot of joy and a little bit of sadness. As others look back at this book to recall special memories, we, the staff, will look back and remember the time spent creating the book and the good times we had while making it, as well as the making of new friends and the strengthening of old friend- ships. BELOW: Gary Miller helps Tom Shaffer examine proofs for errors. ABOVE Concentrating to find the right words, Eri- ka Blacksher writes captions during class. LEFT; Paying close attention, Marla Akers watches as Sara Westgate demonstrates how to load a camera 236 Student Life YEARBOOK STAFF —Front Row: Tina Appleby, Suzy Ducate, Marla Akers, Stacy Talpers, Erika Blacksher; Second Row Rick Thomas, Cecelia DiRaimo, Duane Ball, Hoi Hei Ho, Debbie Messina, Marlene Blend; Third Row Alicia Gordon, Sarah Talbert. Janet Adkins, Debbie Aaron, Jannie Sherry. Katherine Maas; Back Row: Mark Eimer, Mary Lu Foreman, Sponsor. Rachel Levy, Gary Miller, Sara Westgate, Tom Shaffer, Marcy LaQuey. ABOVE: Marlene Blend and Hoi Hei Ho look through contact sheets. LEFT Mark Eimer, Duane Ball, and Cecelia DiRaimo carry senior supplements to be mailed TOP RIGHT Jannie Sherry, Marcy LaQuey, and Ra- chel Levy smile at the audience as the yearbook staff's first float circles the track Student Life 237 RIGHT Lisa Nash. 10. and Steve Pierret. 10. con- gregate on the stairs between classes BELOW: Clowning around during lunch is common place for Seniors |im Mosby and Brian Eubanks. ACKNOWLEDGEMENTS DeCloud Studio Inter-Collegiate Press Art Kent Brisley Copy Robin Nafus Kirk Roberts Graphics Mr. Larry Bradshaw Photography Ben Crain Teresa DiRaimo Diana Garcia Mr Larry Kauffman )on Kieffer Mike Kobusch Jack Lambert Lana Malsby Michelle Melson Amy Samburg Julie Tavernaro Melanie White 238 Student Life Clowning around in Graphic Arts, Barton Bloom, 12, displays the new fashion in headgear ■! he year of 1980-81 will be one to re- |J member. It marked the end of the captivity for the 52 American hos- tages held in Iran. After 444 days the hostages returned to the United States just as President Carter's term ended. With their long- awaited release came reports of bad treatment that they had never before voiced. Republican Ronald Reagan won the Presidency by a landslide over President Carter. The dissatis- faction of the people with the President became evident as the campaign continued. The Russian invasion of Afghanistan and the war between Iran and Iraq strained relations be- tween the superpowers and increased tensions in the hostage negotiations. Ex-Beatle and rock hero, John Lennon, was murdered near his New York apartment after the release of a new hit album, Double Fanta- sy. Millions mourned his death in ceremonies like the Candlelight Vigil held here in Kansas City at Volker Park. Bouts of unusual weather made headlines throughout the area. A summer heatwave, a year long drought, and periods of warm winter weather all hit K.C. These and other events shaped the nation and the attitudes of the people in both positve and negative ways. ABOVE: jeff Reimer, Kirsten Levin, Carla Webb, and Heidi Howard assist Steve Flekier in presenting his report over the book Coma. LEFT: Good friends Mike Eaton, 11, Amy Samburg, 11, and Cindy Connet, 11, get together in Design Student Life 239 r he horizon is the meeting of begin- I | ning and end. The two combine with no definite division. All lives are full of beginnings and endings, but there is no possible way o tell one from another. For the Seniors this is the end of high school but the beginning of a new life. For the Underclassmen one year has ended but new ones are about to begin. The finding of the line between beginning and end is not as important as the experience of each NEW HORIZON that comes the way of each and everyone of us. ABOVE: Mrs. Wommack and Kathy Willard, 11, talk about the Model Senate held at Park College. LEFT: Upon losing a bet, Andy VanSlyke, 11, must present Mr Bradshaw with a coke on his knees. 240 Student Life RIGHT With the coming of spring, came the last Community Resources Club Competition and the naming of French Club as Club of the Year. BELOW Relaxing after an exhausting track meet, Sue Franke. 12, basks in the spring sunshine. Fever brings about craziness aily temperatures began rising, tiny colored flowers peeped through the newly green grass, and birds again chirped greetings to one another. It seemed unbelievable that such simple events brought about the first symptoms of the dread- ed Spring Fever which began afflicting students in late March and early April. Symptoms included a constant state of restlessness, the urgent need to be outside, and the inability to concentrate on homework. When Spring Fever begins to take hold, everyone forgets about their studies and thinks only about being outdoors ' ex- plained Theresa Johnston, 12. The Fever caused students to spend their spare time with friends acting impulsive and rowdy. Spring Fever causes even the quietest people to do crazy and nutty things, commented Penny Bridges, 12. 242 Student Life BELOW Displaying typical, crazy spring behavior, Brian Rex. 10, practices balancing his racquet in- stead of tennis. LEFT Obviously afflicted by Spring Fever, Karen Ferguson. 12, Marsha Ginson, 10, and Lorie Sisk, 11. clown around. ABOVE: Taking a break in Publications II. Tom Shaffer. 12. naps after lunch Student Ufe 243 3— Hawaiian Luau Dance ___11- State Debate______________ 23-24- Rush Concert - Model U.N. 24— State Music Contest - Foreign Language Day 29-30- Pied Piper (Children's Play) - error builds in Atlanta, as the slay- oi black children climbs higher iter vs. Rockhurst in regional BoaskVtM 16-7 - NFL ■■ 11 - Talent - Girls 12- kes 16-17- Styxl P- Carol BuWett goes to court for $10 million libel suit against the National Enquirer 18 - Winter Sports Banquet I 20- 87th Street Gang Folk Fesl 26-28- Youth in Government Space Shuttle Columbia, which was delayed two days, «ok- off iApril }2. Astronauts John Young and Robert CriS ri returned to earth 'With the space shuttle, when 'e'll be able to do in [it would take us 20 to 'ise with science and astronaut John [oject, the [ted an sat- 27-28- District 30— President : Contest i shot like a lion' the month : calling much attention was unusually warm ind the rainfall 1.12 244 Student Life 6— French Club wins Intra-Club contest 2 — Jr. Sr. Prom, Continental Hotel 4 - Senior Ditch day - Bobby Sands dies 6- Quill and Scroll Induction - Yearbook slide show Spring Sports Dinner 17- Band Concert 18— Choral Concert 22- Last day for Seniors 27- Baccalaureate 28 - Last day of school - Graduation As the year progressed, many Senior stu- dents caught the disease 'senioritis' at one time or another and some never found a cure. Most of the Seniors polled agreed that they were ready to graduate. The reasons varied from monotony and readiness to start their careers or college, to feelings that they had furthered themselves as much as they could in high school. The decision was split down the middle as to whether their Senior year had been their best year in high school I felt that this year wasn't my best because I had more responsibilities, Susan Franke said. Others felt it was their best because they had met more people and become involved in more activities. Student Life 245 Students’ hard work pays off hroughout the year, students spent endless hours preparing projects and striving for improvement in various classes and organizations. As the year began coming to a close, end-of-the-year ban- quets and state contests approached. Students received numerous honors for their hard work and dedication to classes and clubs. Awards in- cluded $100 to National Scholastic Art Award winners, trophies to State Foreign Language Con- tests winners, gold keys to Regional Scholastic Art Award winners, and various blue ribbons and certificates of recognition. Students receiving such awards felt various emotions including ex- citement, pride, and pleasure in finding their work so worthwhile. I was glad that all the work I put into making my necklace paid off by having it go to Regionals; I couldn't believe it when they said it was going to Nationals, re- marked Regional Art winner, Scott Marr, 12. FIRST PLACE GRAPHICS AWARDS - Barton Bloom and Gary Miller 246 Student Life SCHOLASTIC ART AWARD WINNERS NATIONAL LEVEL Acrylics Cold Medal Brent Clemons Honorable Mention Rick Rea lewelry Honorable Mention leff Lawrence RECIONAl Hi I If RIBB( f INI Al IS IS Pencil Drawing Ink Drawing Textile Design lewelry Three Dimensional Design 1 RATING-STATE MUSIC Kent Brisley jell Burrow Kathy Brown Karla Glannon, Donna Hettinger. Scott Marr, Da- vid Reed Shannon Maher AWARDS INSTRUMENTAL MUSIC Flute Quartet Saxophone Solo Saxophone Trio Percussion Solos Clarinet Solo Woodwind Trio VOCAL MUSIC Vocal Solos Girls Double Quartet Beth Bailey. Mia Butler, Ju- lie Conway, Claudia White leff Saper Dianne Christy, Jeff Saper. Rick Thomas Lynn Houston. Phil Hines. John McGuire Debbie Messina Cecelia DiRaimo. Claudia White, Debbie Messina Eli Heng; Lea Lavish; War- ren Anderson; Gregg Pe- ters Claudia Hayslett, Eli Heng, Chris Kartsoms. Kelley Ted- lock, Lori Slyter, Elaina Holmberg. Kym Beggs, Julia Butler FIRST PLACE INDUSTRIAL ARTS AW'ARD-Myron Ashley GRAND PRIZE - Mike Benanti STATE FOREIGN LANGUAGE FIRST PLACE WINNERS Poetry, Level I Poetry. Level II Poetry, Level III Extemporaneous Reading Level II Extemporaneous Reading Level III Skit Musical Presentation Art Jacqueline White, Spanish Joe Blando. Spanish Michele Gallas. French Jeanie Ducate. Spanish Todd Koelling. German Gina Eubanks. Spanish Raquel Avila. Spanish Lana Makby, French Tina Albright. Andrea Barthol. leamne Coutts, Lynne Dempsey. Steve Flekier. Mike Franano. Julia Koncak, Cathi O'Keefe. Robyn Rea - Spanish Lone Leahy and Carrie Winterowd, Spanish Kirk Roberts, Spanish Wayne Jan en, German Raquel Avila. Spanish STATE JOURNALISM AWARDS Graphics Second Place Tom Shaffer Miller and Gary Club Copy Second Place Suzy Ducate Faculty Copy Second Place Tina Appleby Student Life Copy Honorable Mention Rick Thomas Mood Copy Honorable Mention Suzy Ducate Feature Photo Third Place Sara Westgate STATE DECA AWARDS Apparel and Accessories Second Place. Supervisory General Merchandising Second Place, Master Employee Second Place. Supervisory Food Marketing Third Place, Master Employee STATE VICA AWARDS Dental Assistant Second Place Sherri Winer Joel Fleschman Mary Bundy Joe Wright Dental Lab First Place Kathy Grego Melanie Schmedding Student Life 247 TPQr _____________ Larger team, new coaches prove advantageous I I I 1 .1 The track team proved successful this season. First, with the addition of the Freshmen the team was unusually large and second, the addition of two new coaches brought about positive changes. The large turnout gave depth to the team. As Roger Heard, 12, stated, We have 38 members this year; we're deep in all areas.'' And Scott Kessler, 12, commented, Depth is our strongest point; we all have similar abilities so it balances out well. This partially explained how the team went undefeated in all of their dual and quad meets. Both of the new coaches. Coach Groff and Coach Rabuse, made a few key changes that proved advantageous. Coach Groff made computer print out sheets of all the runner's times during meets and practices ' stated Mark Eimer, 12, and he doesn't coach hard the whole way through; when it's close to meet time he lets up a little. Coach Rabuse ran with his distance people during practices; many boys felt this helped to boost morale. Mike Jones, 11, said, They're both really good coaches; in college they were both really good coaches; they know what they're doing. The combination of a large team and two new enthusiastic coaches produced a successful track team. When asked about the team's poten- tial, Mike Jones, 11, commented, Well, I think we should at least take one of the top three places in confer- ence; we have a young team . . . we'll be back. TRACK SQUAD AND OFFICIALS-Front Row Coach Arnall, Melinda Baughman, Mark Eimer, lack Lambert. Rick King, Charles Christy. Mark Winner. Dan Searls, Chris Cooley; Second Row: lulie Alport, Scott Kessler. Kevin Montgomery, Leo Revoal, Mike Martin. Roger Heard, Scott Abel, Mark Hatfield. Barry Gruver. Third Row Mike Burec. John Kieffer, Brian Eubanks. Andy Rynard, loey Gngrich, Steve Miles, Chris Fiorella. Back Row: Coach Groff, John Brown, Tom Shaffer. Mike Jones, Terry Ward. David Asjes. Todd Koelling RIGHT: Anticipating his jump, Mike Martin, 12, strains to build up his speed on the runway 248 Sports LEFT Concentrating on perfect form, Brian Eubanks, 12, hurdles during an early practice MEET DUAL Center North Kansas City TRI Center Liberty Van Horn BLUE SPRINGS RELAY QUAD Center Rockhurst Fort Osage Southeast RUSKIN SOPHOMORE RELAYS GRANDVIEW RELAYS QUAD Center Excelsior Springs O'Hara Raymore Peculiar ROCKHURST RELAYS SHAWNEE MISSION WEST SOPHOMORE RELAYS LEE'S SUMMIT RELAYS DUAL Center Belton CONFERENCE Center Liberty Excelsior Springs Fort Osage North Kansas City Belton DISTRICT PLACE 1 1 1 1 9 1 2 3 6 1 2 6 2 9 1 1 3 2 7 Sports 249 TPflrx Team progresses with new coach, few participants I I I 1 1 Straining with what seemed to be every fiber of their bodies, the girls pushed themselves towards the tape only yards away. They heard nothing but the rhythmic sound of the cleats eating the cinder track and their own gasps for air, although the stadium roared with sound. When they reached the point at which they felt they couldn't go on; when their bodies felt as if they would literally explode; the apparent breaking point, they found that extra surge to cross the finish line just ahead of the next girl. Why would anyone subject them- selves to what apparently is very mentally and physically straining? Be- cause I enjoy running ' answered freshman trackster Becky Bauer. I like to run track to compete and to meet a lot of people ' replied Carrie Winterowd, 11. The girls' track team, described as tough but tiny, had to work, with an addition to its coaching staff, Dave Purviance. He's very patient; putting up with not much to work with. He understood our injuries and maybe he could've worked us harder. Some chose not to work so they weren't pushed ' reflected Becky. Another major factor affecting the team was its number of squad members. The number of people has gone down since last year. The main thing I'd like is to have more girls come out, stat- ed Carrie. Despite the shortcomings, this young team had good things going for it, especially in the eyes of the girls. As far as coach-player attitudes, the majority of the girls felt Coaches Debbie Artman and Dave Purviance really knew what they were talking about. Although Coach Artman wasn't with us much, due to her baby; she helped us and gave us en- couragement, confided Carrie. Why run? I guess working has to do with the person, their attitude, reflected Becky. What about the fu- ture? Pausing, as a smile spread across her face. Varsity runner Linda O'Renick, 9, said simply, I can't wait 'till next year. CHS OPPONENT 53 60 Vi North Kansas City 58 y2 Southeast 52 84 Liberty 67 70 Fort Osage 80 50 Raymore-Peculiar 43 O'Hara 82 76 Fort Osage 56 Excelsior Springs 43 Belton Bulldog Invitational Blue Springs Relays 14th Fort Osage Relays 5th Conference 5th District 5th ABOVE Linda Mitchell, 10. and Randi Rittman, 12, accelerate from the start 250 Sports GIRL'S TRACK TEAM-Front Row. Pam Baker, Randi Rittman, Tammy Carter, Carrie Conard, Kelley Tedlock, Jackie Huskisson, Lisa Mitchell, Kim Ray, Carren Miller. Middle Row: Carrie Winterowd, Julie Conway, Becky Bauer, Cheri Baker, Micki Watson, Kris Hase. Linda Mitchell, Jennifer Roudebush; Back Row Coach Dave Purviance, Sarah Bunch, Rhonda Maas, Missy Hanover, Shana Cunneen, Della Heidbrink, Stephanie Simpson, Linda O'Renick, The- resa Johnston Sports 251 Under the circumstances of not having an actual team, the freshmen have been enthusiastic, dedicated, and willing as members of track, stated Coach Tom Coyle. Due to the lack of members. Cen- ter freshmen did not compete with freshmen from other schools. Instead, they ran on Varsity and junior Varsity teams. Speaking about the freshmen boys, Coach Cal Groff added, I think many felt they were cheated, never being the oldest at the junior High, and now back at the bottom of the lad- der. That may have made many lose interest, but the ones who've stayed out have done well. Not all of the freshmen were dis- satisfied with inter-grade play. Knowing I'll be going against up- per classmen has helped me to get ready for competition ' remarked Paul Butler. While most freshmen boys ran j.V., the freshmen girls went against Varsi- ty opponents. We had a smaller team to begin with, commented Girls' Coach Meg Seifert, The freshmen make up about half of our team, so they've gotten to run a lot, and have scored a lot of points. Hopefully some of the freshmen who tried other activities this year will return to the program as Sopho- mores, added Coach Groff. _______ r pQ '-k'___________ Freshmen dedicated despite fierce competition i i i iv_i |.V TRACK SQUAD —Front Row Coach Forrest Arnall, Jim Kinsinger. Steve Mosby, Tim Kneib, Terry Williams. David Barnes. Paul Licausi, Mike McTernan. Phil Scaglia, Mike Schultz; Second Row Matt Wilhelm. Mike Burec, Eric Bumgardner. Kurt Loudon. David Stroud, Kevin Donahue. Randy Soltz, |im Hamrick, Scott Brown. Brent Winner. Dave Smith; Third Row Paul But- ler, Lonnie Carter. Andy Gruver, John Stone, Ran- dy Collins, Mike Whisler. Walt Thompson, Randy Ashford, Coach Groff; Back Row Scott Foley, Phil Mason. Scott Ponick, Frank Hale, Pat Benanti, Coach Mark Rabuse, Todd Wilcher, Tom Tavernaro. lohn Lambert, Kevin Chronister, Louis Cohn. Mike Lothamer. RIGHT Practicing for her two mile run event, Carrie Conard springs into the finish RIGHT: Checking his form. Eric Bumgardner easily clears the final hurdle in the stretch. BELOW Micki Watson strives for distance after takeoff in the triple jump. 252 Sports ABOVE: Running through in order to set his timing and takeoff. Paul Butler prepares for the pole vault event. TOP: After several warmup laps, Becky Bauer slows to a walk as she reaches the final turn LEFT: Shot putter Della Heidbrink winds up for a throw during practice Sports 253 TFNN I c; Prosperous season finishes with District title I LI II IIJ- Steam rose from the tennis court, not as a result of the unseasonably warm weather this spring, but be- cause of the friendly rivaries between varsity tennis team members. Varsity line-up changed with Scott Alexander, 12, replacing David Chamberlain, 12, in the number one spot, moving Da- vid back to number two. Filling out the rest of the roster of seniors were Gary Miller and Daryl Penner. joe Dee Beach and Brian Sin- clair, also seniors, made up the num- ber two doubles team which pro- vided the team with a strong helping hand on several occasions. In the match against Truman, we were down by one game; we needed the win from Sinclair and Beach to win. They won it in two sets with the final set score, 7-6,” commented Coach Tom Grow. The team finished out the season with a district win for the first time in Center history. We will have a good, strong team next year de- spite the absence of Alexander and Chamberlain,” added Coach Grow. Confidence grew within the junior varsity team; they finished the season with above average scores overall. Coach Tom Grow was pleased with the progress the j.V. team made. We could have won a few more games if I would have played the same people all the time, but I want- ed to make sure everyone got to play for the experience,'' he re- marked. Newcomers to this year's team in- cluded jeff Saper, 9, I would have tried out for the tennis team even if the freshmen weren't moved up to the high school this year, but it sure makes it easier being up here where Coach and the rest of the team members are.” Members of the team all expressed high regards for Coach Tom Grow. We wouldn't have had such a good season if it wasn't for Coach.” I'm looking forward to playing on the team again next year.” Coach Grow said, I'm looking forward to an equally successful season next year and I hope the enthusiasm and team spirit will be as great next year.” Varsity J.V. 15-1 8-8 CHS Opp CHS Opp 5 0 4 1 Hickman Mills 4 1 1 4 Lee’s Summit 3 2 0 5 Rockhurst 4 1 4 1 Liberty 5 0 2 3 Ex. Springs 4 5 5 0 Pern Day 3 2 2 3 North K.C. 5 0 4 1 Fort Osage 4 1 2 3 Grandview 5 0 5 0 Belton 5 0 5 0 Liberty 5 0 2 3 Ex Springs 5 0 2 3 North K.C. 3 2 2 3 Truman 4 1 5 0 Fort Osage 3 2 4 1 Belton 2nd 2nd Conference 1st District 4th State ABOVE Finishing off his opponent, Sherm Williams, 11. returns with a strong forehand shot 254 Sports LEFT Perfecting his forehand form. David Cham- berlain. 12. works on his topspin BELOW: During warmup, Scott Alexander, 12. works on his backhand strategy for the upcoming match TENNIS SQUAD-Front Row: Cary Miller, Sherman Williams. Brian Sinclair, David Chamberlain, Scott Alexander, |oe Dee Beach, Tom Cox, Daryl Penner; Second Row Tony Hallaba. Chris Michelson, Mike Middleton, Ron Barker. Mike Sherry, Dave Pierret, Brian Rex, leff Davis, lohn Snider; Third Row Coach Tom Crow, Lily Kanter. Kathy Hall, Richard lacobson, Jeff lohnson. Jeff Saper, Bob Bloom, Leslie Adkins. Ann Graham ABOVE: Concentrating on a fellow teammates match. Coach Grow and Sherm Williams, 11, watch closely Sports 255 1M 1M I ISLi _ Strength comes to team through ability, depth _7WTf II III I vu Like many organizations, the Girls' Swim Team experienced the addition of several Freshmen to the varsity squad. But they weren't the only rookies; the girls also took on the task of breaking in a new coach. Freshmen have been allowed to compete on the swim team in past years; however, more were able to participate this year since they joined the ranks of the upperclassmen. Early in the season about 35 girls showed up for daily practices. The number gradually dropped to 19, though, with over half of these being Freshmen, jackie Smart, 9, pointed out, If all of us didn't go out, we wouldn't have had a team. Coach Val Matulis found, with the younger girls, the team had greater depth and more lanes could be filled. Inexperience ap- peared to be the major problem dur- ing the start of the season. As time passed, the new girls began to feel at ease and improved. By the time these girls are Juniors and Seniors, they should have plenty of exper- ience, so the team should have a great record, explained Jana Teefey, 11. With several Freshmen and a rook- ie coach, getting started was difficult, but as Suzi Meyer, 9, stated, The spirit and enthusiasm of all involved helped us overcome the disadvan- tages of a new team. ABOVE: Jennifer Davis, 10, and Holly Irwin, 9, dis- cuss the meet in progress RIGHT Lisa Riddell, 11, Jennifer Brown, 9, and Amy Eaton, 11, rest after competition. 2 56 Sports LEFT Pushing herself in the 200 free, Jennifer Brown, 9, concentrates GIRLS' SWIM SQUAD-Front Row Annette Davis, Terri Sloan, Diane Donaldson, Jennifer Davis, Jackie Smart, Amy Eaton, Jolie Ogg; Second Row: Kelly Trefz, Lee Ann Totty. Kelly Tarpley, Erin Laney, Marissa Ogg, Su- zanne Meyer, Mary Flack, Jackie Morton; Back Row Cheryl Snapp, Sandi Meyer, Jana Teefey, Kim Accurso, Coach Valerie Matulis, Holly Irwin, Karen Levine, Traci Masters. Debra Kerr; Not Pictured: Lisa Riddell, Lilli Peck, Jennifer Brown, Karla Clannon. CHS OPPONENT 74 98 109 51 76 95 101 71 76 95 90 82 91 81 83 88 37 46 Won 108 58 43 31 76 97 96 75 Southwest William Chrisman Liberty Sedalia Blue Springs Raytown Truman Olathe Columbia-Hickman Rock Bridge (forfeit) Blue Valley Washington Park Hill St. Joseph Shooting into the water. Jolie Ogg, 11. antici- good form and endurance Sports 2 57 r,m e J.V. wins conference, individual players excel VJ W l_ I We've put in a great deal of ef- fort this year, but the team had had some bad breaks, so our record doesn't indicate our capabilities, stat- ed Dean Denis, 12. This year's Varsity Golf team fin- ished with a disappointing 2-8 record. We've had some problems with injuries, explained Coach Max Hayes, and we've lost some people. Sev- eral players played exceptionally well, however, jeff West, Natalie Reed, and Tom Allred competed in the Dis- trict Golf Tournament. Bob Kinton and Matt Kauffman also contributed a great deal and Dean Denis had the best average overall. Natalie Reed, 10, for the second year in a row, was the only female member of the team. I shoot from the same distances as the boys, stated Natalie, so I think it's a little more competitive for me. The season ended on a pleasant note, as the Varsity team took second out of six schools participating in the Conference Tournament. The Junior Varsity team won the tournament, and won Conference overall, while Varsity finished fifth. judging from this year's under- classmen, next year's team will have a good base to build from, concluded Coach Hayes. GOLF SQUAD Front Row Coach Max Hayes, lohn Chapman, Matt Kauffman. Bob Kinton, Natalie Reed, leff West, Dean Denis, Shannon Craig Kubayko, Pete Raske, Todd Young, Tom Maher. Joe BJando. Greg Welsh, Joe Jackson, Kneib, Wally Langley Tom Allred; Back Row: Danny Garcia, Ray Klein, FAR RIGHT Taking a practice stroke. Shannon Maher, 12, lines up for a putt RIGHT Bob Kinton, 11, and Matt Kauffman, 11, take time to clean their equipment between shots. 258 Sports LEFT Concentrating on the ball, Greg Welsh, 12, follows through on a drive. BELOW: Todd Young. 10, waits while Pete Raske. 10, prepares to make his putt Warming up before practice, Natalie Reed, 10, and Shannon Maher, 12, swing through Varsity IV 2-8 9-1 CHS Opp CHS Opp 172 165 185 186 Rockhurst 179 180 179 183 Pern Day 176 171 195 194 Belton (C) 171 183 193 215 Liberty (C) 202 197 198 264 Fort Osage (C) 186 178 198 199 Excelsior Springs (C) 176 162 193 204 North Kansas City (C) 184 175 185 199 Belton (C) 10th pi None Wm. Jewell Invitational 177 192 189 205 Liberty (C) 168 162 176 175 Blue Springs 185 179 177 205 Fort Osage (C) 182 156 183 192 Excelsior Springs (C) 175 173 184 195 North Kansas City (C) 6th pi. None District Tournament 179 183 None Grandview 2nd pi. 1st pi Conference Tournament (Q- Conference Match Sports 2 59 ABOVE Taking the pitch. Susan Meiners, 11. hits . double to help even the score. SOFTBALL SQUAD-Front Row Leah Frazier, Kim Teresa Schnell. Sheila Inman, Andi Czarlmsky, Wardlow, Terri Gragg. Becky Rice, leannie Kee, Mary Kincaid; Back Row Karen Ferguson, Lorie Sherry Henderson, Chris Canino, Flora Sue Sisk, Marsha Ginson, Theresa Donahue. Diane Winitz, Susan Meiners; Second Row: Duana Young. Cindy Connett, Diane Batliner, Cheryl McFall. lanice Mackay, Susan Rector, Pam Frazier, Eimer, Angela Anderson, Tma Hurtado. It's like we're a family; we're al- ways cracking jokes and stuff ' com- mented janice Mackay, 11. Most of the girls worked well with each other and enjoyed playing together. This at- titude wasn't easy to keep up through a losing season. Coach Artman stated, There's a lot of spirit this year; I think the girls have confi- dence in themselves and each other.'' A large turnout and mixture of ages increased the potential of the team. Coach Artman said, There are more girls out than there ever have been. And Coach Criffall stated, On varsity alone we'll have fresh- men all the way to seniors. The pos- sibilities for the team appeared posi- tive. Terri Gragg, 10, commented, I think if everyone works together and helps each other out we will have a really good season. Despite the poor record, Coach Artman expressed her positive attitude when she comment- ed, I think this is the best team I've had since I've been coaching. Family attitude boosts spirit throughout losing season 260 Sports FAR LEFT: Concentrating on the pitch. Lorie Sisk. 11, prepares to hit a homer LEFT: Preparing Tina Hurtado, 12, for a double header. Coach Artman carefully wraps her ankle CHS Opp CHS Opp 12 13 3 3 Fort Osage 8 9 1 6 Belton 3 4 20 0 Ruskin 8 11 S 3 Grandview 2 8 Turner 4 9 Turner 22 8 14 10 North Kansas City 5 17 10 13 Lee's Summit 2 4 5 11 Shawnee Mission South 2 7 2 6 Fort Osage 1 8 0 10 Shawnee Mission West 6 7 1 20 Belton 12 2 31 10 North Kansas City 0 5 5 6 Hickman 1 13 Turner 2 3 Turner 5 6 11 22 Blue Springs LEFT Making a double play, leannie Kee. 9, tags her opponent out at third base Sports 261 HILDREN'S PLAY Children prove tough crowd to please To end a successful theater season. Cen- ter's drama department presented Pied Piper representing the only school fi- nanced production in the theater department season. This backing allowed the cast to present a free show without worrying about making a budget. But, for the cast and crew, this type of show was unusually difficult. Children are the hardest audience to please because they're very blunt. If they don't like what you're doing they'll tell you, not only personally but by moving around and being restless, explained Betty Cook, 11. If you lose their attention for a split second, then you have lost them completely, stated Mr. Landes. The trick is to hold on to their attention with action and energy, he concluded. This was one problem that the actors and stage crew had to contend with: The heat was terrible and especially in the costumes; it drained the energy right out of you, pointed out Kip Weiner, 11. Not only was heat a problem but coordination of the technical aspects also had its trying moments. The actors kept fouling the cords that moved the rats, and the flash pot didn't always explode, ex- plained Kevin Brooks, 11. Even though a few problems plagued the show, Betty Cook concluded, We entertained the children and that's the whole point behind the show. ABOVE Trying to find a hobby for Willi, Mrs. Fleischer (Claudia Hayslett) discusses the different possibilities with him RIGHT: Trapped by an impending embrace, Schmidt (Duane Ball) announces the couple's wed- ding plans. 262 Activities The rehearsals started off slow, but after a lot of hard work the actors really came through - jeanie Ducate, 11. LEFT: The Pied Piper (David Tritt) introduces himself to Greta Shultz as disapproving adults look on BELOW Disgusted by Riter's (Jerry Rapp) response. Councillor Schmidt (Duane Ball) and Mayor Shultz (Kip Weiner) discuss other plans to get rid of the rats. ABOVE Frightened, but interested, the town chil- dren intently listen to the Piper's music LEFT: Entranced by the Pied Piper's (David Tritt) music, some town children look on. Activities 263 264 Activities ROM Dance proves worthy of expenses Excitement, anxiety, and nervousness emerged as couples rushed about in careful preparation for their special evening. I was so relieved when we finally got to the dance because I thought something would go wrong, especially at dinner ' reflected Mark Swendrowski, 12. As well as demanding careful preparation, the evening also required careful budgeting. Tuxedos, new gowns with matching shoes and purses, flowers, pictures, dinner, break- fast, gas, and limosines were among the many expenses of prom goers. The amount couples spent ranged from $150 to over $300. Prom, held at the Hotel Continental, from 9:00 p.m. to midnight was well received. The dance didn't even com- pare to any other high school dance because it was so much nicer and more romantic,” explained Pam Frazier, 12. Allison Ramey, 11 responded, It was much nicer than I thought it would be; the ballroom was really classy. The music provided by Superstition” added a pleasing touch to the dance. Debbie Viani, 12, commented, I thought the band played really good music for dancing; even during the fast songs a lot of people danced and that made it neat.” Despite the hassle of preparation and the great expense, most students found prom to be well worth it. Dottie Al- len, 12, commented, I really had a good time and it was well worth the cost. Summing up her impression of the evening, Beth Carbah, 12, exclaimed, It was the most memorable evening of my Senior year.” ABOVE RIGHT: As couples look on, Joel Fleschman, 12, demonstrates a new step. RIGHT Before entering the ballroom, Kym Beggs. 12. Kevin Chronister, 10, Leslie Katz, 12, and Jim Hamrick. 10. register and pick up programs. It was one event I'll remember for a lifetime. —John Brown, 11. FTEPv PROM A K After-Prom, held at King Louie West from M m, 1:00 a.m. to 4:00 a m., polished off the evening nicely. At King Louie, after chang- ing into casual clothing, couples were able to entertain themselves with iceskates, bowling balls, pool tables, and pinball machines. Commenting on the activities provided, Andy Callegari, 12, remarked, I think the very best part was seeing all my friends struggling on iceskates.” He added, After such an expensive evening it was nice to be able to do all those things for free.” Most students agreed that King Louie provided an excel- lent atmosphere for After-Prom. Teresa Alkire, 11, com- mented, It was nice because we had the whole place to ourselves - just for our school alone.” just being around a lot of people I knew made it fun,” commented John Brown, 11. While some couples returned home directly following After-Prom, many others decided to extend their evening over into late the next day. Hotel parties, late breakfasts, and trips to the park kept some students out until up to 6:00 p.m. the next day. Melanie White, 12, reflected, I was having so much fun I didn't want to go home.” King Louie provides nice atmosphere ABOVE Waiting to pick up their bowling shoes, Melanie White and her date talk quietly RIGHT The late hours begin to affect Teresa Lehr and her date ABOVE RIGHT Absorbed in a game of Battlezone, Ion Koncak, 12. strives for a high score. 266 Activities It looked like everybody was having a good time ' — Lina Stewart, 12. Activities 267 268 Activities ACCALAUPvEATE B M Baccalaureate sermon (bak-a-law're-at ser'mun)-a sermon or lecture delivered to the graduating class on Commencement Day. Webster's definition differed from Center's in more ways than one. Baccalaureate was not held on Commencement Day and it was not just a lecture. Baccalaureate opened up with a processional march played by the Brass Ensemble made up of Senior Concert Band members. When the graduating Seniors were seated, a program consisting of music, prayer, scripture reading, and a speech began, The highlight of Denise Johnson's speech was the reading of the poem Desiderata by Max Ehrmann. Other presentations included the reading of the scriptures by Mike Mahoney, Times of Your Life sung by Claudia Hayslett, a medley of songs performed by the 87th Street Gang, and the Benediction given by Lori Slyter. Students held differing opinions as to just what the pur- pose of Baccalaureate was. I think the purpose is to make the graduating Seniors feel that graduation is a beginning in- stead of an ending, remarked leanie Ducate, 11. Dennis Bell, 12, commented, It is supposed to be a religious cere- mony, but it was not religious; God was only mentioned twice. It is supposed to give the graduates a sense of unity at the last stage of their high school career. Its purpose is to show the students that God had a part in their educa- tion and to make Him a part of the ceremonies, concluded Julia Meyer, 12. Ceremony adds solemnity to Graduation ABOVE RIGHT Addressing the Class of '81, Denise lohnson speaks about the importance of leader- ship RIGHT Mr Don Shaffer directs the Brass Ensemble in Trumpet Voluntary I thought the poems read by Denise summed up the year. —Daryl Penner, 12. LEFT: Lori Slyter gives the Benediction at the end of the program. BELOW: 87th Street Gang, a mixture of Seniors and underclassmen, entertains the audience. Activities 269 Graduation__________________________________________________ Mixed emotions accompany changes An unbroken line of flapping blue and gold flags wound its way around the road to the stadium. It stopped when it reached the double row of smiling faces. The line then broke into individual students who shook hands, hugged, and accepted the congratulations of their teachers. In a fitting beginning to graduation and an ending to their high school career, the graduates thanked their teachers one by one. Having the students greet their teachers before the cere- monies began was just one of the changes made in gradu- ation. Instead of having a top-ranked student speak, the student with the best speech was chosen to represent the senior class. Also, only one student spoke, which made the ceremony much shorter than in the past. I think it should have been longer; it seemed rushed. They could have used another speech or two, remarked Daryl Penner, 12. jeff Saper, 9, commented, I would have liked to have seen the Valedictorian and Salutatorian speak. On the other hand, Mrs. Kinton, mother of Bob Kinton, 11, liked the length of the ceremony. Because it was shorter it seemed more dignified, she said. Although some suggestions were made for next year, like holding a reception after the ceremony, most of the partici- pants and spectators thought it went well. I liked the speech that Duane Ball gave because it gave the opinion of the student body, stated Sarah Bunch, 11. Teresa Schnell, 12, summed up, I liked seeing my favorite teachers; it was a nice ending. ABOVE: Members of the faculty congratulate each senior as they walk to their seats. RIGHT Mr SJyter, Board member, congratulates David Chamberlain while giving him his diploma 270 Activities I liked having the teachers participate. -Julia Meyer, 12. LEFT After receiving their diploma folders, several graduates look them over ABOVE Dr. Swanson honors Denise Johnson, Mike Small, and Mark Zobel as the top one percent. LEFT While getting ready in the auditorium, Duane Ball takes time to sign a yearbook Activities 271 Editor-in-Chu Design Edito Copy Editor Photo Editor Business Mar - jannie Sherry -Debbie Aaron Suzy Ducate -Sara Westgate ger — Cecelia DiRaimo