De Soto High School - Wildcat Yearbook (Desoto, KS)

Text from Pages 1 - 112 of the 1985 volume:

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The listening audience was made up of people from all walks of life: easy listeners, country kickers, and rock-n-roll fanatics, but they all meshed together to work in unison to make any event at their alma mater a hit, The slow ascent to the top of the chart would in the future become a struggle as underclassmen would soon face stiffer competition and inflexa- ble obstacles. Keeping in mind always that anything is possible, hard work and high spirits were plentiful. Gold records and platinum albums were received by those whose individ- ual success could very well have reached the million mark. Vacating their spots at the top of the charts, upperclassmen made it possible for others to reach their own goals and take over the top spot in their own time. 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They worked hard at practice while developing skills to help them through life. Sophomore Stacy Huff commented, This season was a good learning experience for me. I hope that my next two years go as well as this did. Varsity setter, Kristen Montgall, expressed, I felt like this year was mostly a growing year for us. A lot of the underclassmen played and their strength and experience should show up next year. League play was aggravating. Their off-playing days happened to be on the days of league matches. They earned the win by defeating the league cham- pions, the Piper Pirates. The season opened up in a tournament that took place at JCCC. Even though losing four games that day, the Lady Cats gained experience for the rest of the season. The tournament at Ottawa was tougher. They won all the way through the first three match- es. They lost the last two by very close scores. Sub- state was disappointing by losing in the first round 'to.,,Council Grove. 'v:qV4R:I3QtlCES were fun with something new happen- 'i'iig..e21'ch day. It began with a warm up, usually to 'some popular music and recreation to take out the monotony. Keeping in condition was important while having fun was, too. Crazy times with a friendly atmosphere kept everyone in good spirit. 6 COACHES COMMENTS: Head coach, Joyce Mauer, felt, The main attribute of this year's volleyball team was their team work and their ability to hang in there together. I can honestly say that each team member gave 1OOfZ1 throughout the season. It was the team unity and dedication these players showed that made this season so rewarding. Junior Varsity coach, Jill Robbs said, This years team was a group of enthusiastic, hardworking girls who worked well as a team, had a lot of fun and helped make a successful season. I really enjoyed working with coach Mauer and the girls throughout the season. N First row: Kiki Hofstra, Karen Mason, Cindy Erhardt, Liz Freeman, Amy Montgall, Susan Nicholis, Second row: Laura Jamison, Lanae Lee, Debbie Norton, Stacy Huff, Randee Shorten, Lisa Cowan, Tammy Young, Third row: Melynda Messer, Dawn Morse, Vicki Shearon, Kelly Kobler, Jayne Maxwell, Ellen Brown, Fourth row: Jill Robbs, Gina Cunningham, Christie Petersen, Chris Plum, Kerry Caldwell, Joyce Mauer, Fifth row: Karen Gerber, Kristen Montgall, Laurie LaTessa, Babette Macy, Carlene Klamm, Dawn Everson. Setting up t bumps the lr Babette Mac Junior Vara eye contact - . . ,. . . --,.. . V--......--..........., ..., .. ...-....-..-.s-.-mx. ., - ,.,, , gb Y A- Vwiiw-W' Aww' A Q-N, DHS vs DHS vs 41115 DHS DHS VARSITY VOLLEYBALL 84 RECORD DHS vs. 1 Q St Mary s 6115 10115 Hickman Mills 10115 2115 Shawnee Mission East 12115 Basehory 14116 15112 151111 Lee's Summitt 10115 6115 - -6 -K V - ,iM,,,,,,-V-,mH!h,.N ,M?:-,,,,,. ,-5---i1,.,, ..,. -1 . . , . ,, ,, .,,. ....-f.i-.4 - V. ? F -- i ' E ' ' ' . 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Junior Varsity player, Ellen Brown, concentrates on keeping eye Contact with the ball. Gina Cunningham performs one of her ace serves. My--R 'Y , ,M , , - , ,. , , ,,, - ...,.,... .-......,Q.. ,...... . , .C ... - .. Improvement Leads Lady Netters Toward Success Tennis is a great game - a life long sport. Coach- ing gives you an opportunity to work with girls in a more relaxed manner, commented Mrs. Zeller, first year tennis coach. The team grew from nine to twelve players in its second year as being a sport at DHS. They retained five netters from the initial 1983 team: juniors Ja- mey Gulley, Kim Farmer, Trisha Johnson, and sen- iors Margaret Freeman, and Kim Montgomery. Ashley Hughes, the only freshman, sophomores Cindy Weller and Heather Downs, juniors Steph- anie Harris, and Jackie Rogers, and seniors Ana C- Sain and Jessica Hamilton rounded out the roster. Ana C-Sain's presense on the team marked the second year that a foreign exchange student had been on the team. The dedicated girls traveled to Tomahawk an average of five days a week to make for a successful season. They refined their skills and went from just hitting the ball over the net to incorporating strate- gy into each game. When asked at which meet she felt the girls did their best, Coach Zeller felt, They did their best at all of the meets. They achieved the most success at the Gardner Invitational on October 9th, where our number one doubles team took first and our num- ber two doubles finished in a tie for first. Trisha Johnson and Stephanie Harris highlighted the season by placing third at the regional tourna- ment hosted by Topeka-Hayden and qualifying for the State Tournament. Margaret Freeman backhands the ball back to her Gardner opponent. The eleven Hamner, M Seuferling, Q Stephanie Harris pauses for a return during a match in which she and Trisha Johnson play against the undefeated Topeka-Hayden team. On your rr on their w First row: Heather Downs, Cindy Weller, jackie Rogers, Kim Farmer, Trisha Johnson, and Stephanie Harris. Second row: Ana C-Sain, Jessica Hamilton, and Margaret Freeman. Not pictured: Ashley Hughes, Kim Montgomery and Coach Zeller. h she yden Jgers Klm cond row man Not mach Zelle Haynes' Pace Z milers The eleven man Cross Country team mcludes Chr1s L1ndsey John Paul Elder Brlan Hamner Matt Haynes Mrke Haynes Mrke Zemrtes Rodney Kraus JeffW1lde Jeff Seuferlmg Chrrs Montgomery and john Mogusar On your mark get set GO' Iumor Jeff Seuferlmg and Sophomore Mrke Haynes are on thelr way to a vrctory rn the league meet at Lansmg With hopes of sending several to State, cross country was off to a start Coach Mark Chrpman gave hrs team the motto Open the door to State IH 84 Not only was th1s theme carrred through by twrns Mrke and Matt Haynes who also partrcrpated 1n football but Mrke went all the way to f1n1sh1ng nmth and thus was selected to the All State team Another member of the team who stood out was freshman Chrrs L1ndsey the lone female on the 11 man roster L1ndsey s best t1me was clocked at 13 39 a school record Roundmg off the roster were sen1or Rod Kraus jumors Ieff Seu ferlrng Brran Hamner Chrrs Montgom ery Ieff Wllde and John Mogusar soph omores Mlke Haynes Matt Haynes Iohn Elder and M1ke Zemltes Overall the team made great rmprove ment over last season They managed to f1msh fourth at the Lansmg Inv1tat1onal and league tournament They also f1n rshed srxth out of eleven teams at the Regronal meet How d1d Cross Country make you feel? Everytrme I f1n lshed a race I felt an mner feellng of accomplxshment for just f1n1sh1ng As the season progressed I could feel myself garnlng both physrcal stam nmg actually let me relax Mrke Zemrtes KM Q Il ' I II , . I I Q 1 . - . : I z . 2 . . - 1 1 ' 1 I ' I I , l I ' so I ' I ' .itl'er3 I 'W ' ' C ina and self confidence. Run- glyjfilifg Q ,, I Y x 'TJ X .'f-f'.'.,. S S I X I Magic Allures The night of Gctober 12 marked the annual Home- coming game for the Green and White. At 7:30 p.m. the Wildcats started their march toward a 17-5 finish against the Basehor Bobcats. Halftime drew the crowd into silence as Michelle Zemites introduced the 1984 Homecoming Royalty: Kim Montgomery, escorted by Todd Freeman, Marga- ret Freeman, escorted by Dickie Marx, who replaced injured Darrin Weimer, and Sherleen Melendres, es- corted by Rod Kraus. Within minutes the crowd rose in applause as Sherleen was crowned Queen, When asked her feelings, she commented, l felt excited, surprised, and honored to have been crowned to repres sent the school. In Spirit Week activities, the senior class captured the hall decorating competition with a dual theme of Senior Magic and Deck the Bobcats. The parade had a new look with decorated cars replacing class floats. The fifth hour art class stole first using the theme Bobcats Busters to decorate junior Jeff Wilde's car. After the game, students were invited to attend the Homecoming dance sponsored by StuCo. The colors red, black, and silver accompanied the theme, Mag- ic. Video-Trax provided music along with a six by eight video screen Injured quarterback Darrin Weimer is comforted by the smiles of the Homecoming Queen Sherleen and her attendants Margaret and Kim. Attendant Margaret Freeman and her escort D' k' M h . . . lchle arx Onor Queen Sherleen Melendfes Enjoying a relaxing moment after the crowning wit an enco ' ' uragmg Smlle' of the queen are Attendant Kim Montgomery and escort Todd Freeman. n. When 1 excited, to repre- captured theme of ne parade ing class ising the nior Jeff ittend the he colors ie, Mag- a six by ret and Kim. the crowning Montgomery A Melendres 1984 Homecoming Queen Minutes after the crowning ceremonies, Sherleen takes her victory ride around the football field in a sporty Corvette ---,- 1 Wildcats Chart Impressive Records Jeff Morse looks on as Todd Freeman completes scoring drive in the Homecoming game against the Basehor Bobcats. I This proved to be an impressive season for the Wildcats. Supported by Head Coach Ron Blackwood and Coaches Roy Hawley, Jerry Lonard and Jon Krug, the Cats wound up 8-2, their best record in four years. They were also runner-up in the Kaw Valley League and charted a 3-0 mark in District Playoffs. But that's not half of it. Eight Wildcats were chosen to the All-League squad. Seniors Dickie Marx and Mark Schneiders were selected as first team offensive ends and classmate Darrin Weimer was chosen second team quarterback. First team defense honors went out to: Seniors, lineman Darin Mason, linebacker Donald Johnson, defensive back Todd Freeman, punter Alan Harris, and Junior end C1.A. Buie. Along with this recogni- tion personal records were also set this season. Marx charted a school high of ten interceptions while Johnson was the leading defensive man with 59 tackles and 50 assists. Also, Buie led the Wildcat scoring with five visits to the end zone. The Cats began their season traveling to Pembroke-Hill for a 7-6 victory over the Raiders. Next came wins over league rivals Eudora, Lansing, and Immaculata. They faced their first defeat at Piper 8-7. The Wildcats went on to win their last three games entitling them a shot at District Playoffs. First round action saw the Cats meet their final defeat to Aquinas 20-O. The I.V. also had an impressive season winding up 6-2. A special honor for the Cats and for DHS was the selection of Schneiders to the 4-A All-State team and Marx and Weimer to the All- State second team. In regard to the successful year and the seniors, Coach Blackwood commented, I was real proud of our team. I felt that they were very dedicated. Everybody wants to win on Fridays, but they wanted to win all- year round. I think the seniors set the tempo and provided the leadership. They had a good attitude and I hate to lose 'em. Mark Beadle outruns a pursuing linebacker on his way to a first down. x ...,........... ............ i 5 X .-- Q52 rg . CS N N, s ' is 'Q 1 First row Morse, Kelly Sr Haynes, burn, G Pat Viel Pitts, C. Hawley ninghal . .... . . .. . ..- .....g ..--.4--....-.4-... ..-N...-.M4,.,gu.h.g ivp.fm1,.,iij-.n...,.,. ...s- .. ll. HIDE acker First row: Alan Harris, Darin Mason, Donald Johnson, Mike Metzger, Jeff Morse, Darrin Weimer, Todd Freeman, Steve Strampe, Mark Schneiders, Kelly Snider. Second row: Adam Parker, David Stovall, Dean Kipp, Mike Haynes, Matt Haynes, Dickie Marx, Brent Lister, Rollin Lane, Rod Black- burn, GA. Buie, Rod Williams. Third row: John Hamilton, Kevin Crockett, Pat Vielhauer, Mark Beadle, Tim Burnett, Gene King, Kevin Ritter, Russ Pitts, Coach Ron Blackwood. Fourth row: Coach Jerry Lonard, Coach Roy Hawley, Phil Kremer, Mike Gribbin, jeff Koch, Steve Wright, Scott Cun- ningham, Matt Strampe. The team is chased off the field by the cheerleaders in the excitement of an important win over Lansing. SCORES Pembroke Hill Eudora Lansing Immaculata Piper Basehor Perry Tonganozie Topeka-Hayden Aquinas PLAY-OFF DISTRICT OPP DHS 6 7 O 35 19 23 0 2.1 8 7 5 17 0 6 7 34 6 10 20 0 Young Squad Has Rough Year With only two returning seniors, this year's girls basketball team ended up with three victories. The Lady Cats started out on No- vember 12 with their first practice, looking straight towards the Olathe South Tournament. The girls competed against Harrison- ville, Shawnee Mission West and Wellsville while finishing eighth. The DeSoto irls took sixth place in the DeSoto Invitational Tourna- ment by beating Linwood, and then losing to Olathe South. Macy, who was named to the All League Team, commented on how she felt of this year's team and sea- son, This year's team was a lot of fun. We could all communicate to- ether, and we knew how everyone felt about situations. I have made many new friends, too. Even though it was a disappointing sea- son, we reached some cpersonal goals we had set indivi ually. I won't ever forget this season, it has meant a lot to me. The Wildcats ended up with a league record of 2-12 and an overall record of 3-17. The JV consisted of all players except the five Varsity starters: sen- I r Guard Christie Petersen plays good defense as she j steals the ball away from a I-Iarrisonville dribbler while Kerry Caldwell, Babette Macy, and Michelle , Roberts anticipate the play. iors Babette Macy and Michelle Roberts, and juniors Kerry Cald- well, Christie Petersen and Gina Cunningham. Most of the JV team members got a lot of Varsity experience. The JV ended up with a record of 3-12. I Lady Cats left to right: sophomores Melissa Broers, Cindy Weller, Amy Montgall, Randee Shorten, senior Co-captain Michelle Roberts, juniors Christie Petersen, Gina Lunningham, Coach Don Stout, Asst. Coach Jay O'Neil1, senior Co-captain Babette Macy, junior Kerry Caldwell, senior Karin Gerber, juniors Cheryl Stitz, Lisa Cowan, and sophomore Cindy Erhardt. Not pictured, senior Ana C. Sain, sophomore Stacy Huff, and juniors Ellen Brown and Kary Bayless. l l l 1 I Linwood teammates wait for the rebound as Gina Cunningham puts up two points dur- ing the DeSoto Invitational Tournament. Sitting on tl with amazei Piper Lansing Eudora Tongano Perry Le' Immacul Piper Lansing Basehor Eudora Tongano Perry Le ImmacuQ Basehor Spring I' I l I v l V 1 2 rebound as t points dur- L1fY'l8l'1'l9l'lt. t 1 I I-Iarrisonville Shawnee Mission West Wellsville Piper Lansing Eudora Tonganoxie Perry LeCompton Immaculata St. Teresa's Linwood Olathe South Piper Lansing Basehor Eudora Tonganoxie Perry LeCompton Immaculata Sitting on the bench at the Olathe South Tournament, Amy Montgall watches with amazement as Stacy Huff prays for the ball to go in. JUNIOR VARSITY Piper Lansing Eudora Tonganoxie Perry LeCompton Immaculata Piper Lansing Basehor Eudora Tonganoxie Perry LeCompton Immaculata Basehor Spring Hill DeSoto Opp. 40 38 18 16 36 29 27 48 2.9 39 21 31 39 41 28 35 38 59 32 36 13 35 25 42 28 41 27 48 21 56 Basehor i if A KSIM Babette Macy waits for the tip from center Kerry Caldwell during a game against Wellsville at the Olathe South Tournament. VARSITY DeSoto Opp 2.9 51 21 42 24 33 37 33 27 33 21 44 27 34 36 42 35 48 7 80 43 22 27 35 29 44 40 42 35 36 42. 63 29 49 24 35 21 36 44 40 Matmen Wrestle 1 With lnexperience, Send Two To State if -' IJV' , ' f,L ','f' I p 3:1 2 1 T Y i 1 , iiei i3i?hCQf'WQf1Tdil i iiifi flj ff x ' ' Pleastllit to i Ridgeway ff? y l5+ryilo29 iitiQrttPiper so 4 - 151 f ,,V. f,.f ,h ' ,T 1 Beamer y y WWSZI ,'LgnsV1ngtlff 1 ,Texizganoaaec S . S Immarelafa ' 2 2 Perry-Leeompfaaee Louisburglygi r f pg 1 Bishoprward gt Wamego Togurnamentl? 'Eudora lTour1161IP-ent it Louisburg Tournament League Tournament up Regional Tournament 16 27 30 25 29 7th sth 4th Sth 7th Even though inexperience' hurt the matmen, they managed to ac- complish two ofthe five pre-season goals set by Coach Doug Opdycke. The grapplers also met one of last year's post-season goals: they suc- ceeded in pinning 75 of their oppo- nents to last years 60. Five of the twelve varsity posi- tions were held by first time varsity men, including one freshman. There were only two seniors on the squadg they filled the 105 and 119 berths. Pat Vielhauer led his teammates in takedowns with 28, while Jeff Seuferling went to lead in reversals with 22. Jim Etherton, Seuferling and Brian Klaasmeyer lead the mat- men with 15 2-pt nearfalls. Ether- ton also led in escapes with 17. Vielhauer topped the charts with 17, 3 pt-near-falls and 12 pins, which earned him the annual pin cushion. The matmen sent two wrestlers to state: Smith at 105 and Vielhauer at 112. Neither wrestler advanced past the second round. The teamstatistics ended as fol- lows: takedowns-166g escaped-975 reversals-1355 2-pt nearfalls-935 3- pt nearfalls-87p and pins-75. Senior Ken' Smith struggles to pin his opponent from Piper on his way to qualifying for the State Tourna- ment in Wichita. erton, Seuferling :yer lead the mat- nearfalls. Ether- escapes with 17. the charts with ls and 12 pins, 1 the annual pin :nt two wrestlers LOS and Vielhauer vrestler advanced ound. tics ended as fol- -166p escaped-975 vt nearfalls-935 3- nd pins-75. OTH H3- J.V. and varsity grapplers cheer and coach a teammate. Tim Taylor attempts to drive his opponent over with a power half. junior Varsity Grapplers: First Row: Tony Atkins, Brad Stitzg Second Row: Darin Herman, Mike Divineyg Third Row: Coach George lflasschoen and Coach Doug Op- clycke Varsity Grapplers: First Row Matt Strampe Tim Taylor, 'Jim Etherton, Pat Vielhauer Ken Smith, Brian Klaasmeyer. 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Along with her crown, Everson received half-a-dozen roses and her court each received one red rose and a crown. This year, besides allowing only senior girls to run for queen, the Booster Club added a King of Courts to the ceremonies. To be crowned king, the only requirement was to be a member of the senior class. During the dance, Randy Raley, disc jockey from KY-102, crowned Donald Johnson the first DHS King of Courts. Following the ceremonies, the entire court was spotlighted in a dance to the even- ings theme Purple Rain. Decorations for the ceremonies were arranged in the color scheme of pink and purple with streamers and specially cut hearts. The dance and coronation was planned by Booster Club co-president Amy Buckley and sponsor Connie Smith. 8888888 k 5? 'Fl-'L'. r--5 I3 moo 5-3 '-:T KE- 0 ,QLD gl-. fb? :S Shirley Kurtz, sophomore Gayla r Yungeberg, and junior YS, Melanie Wright. 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Off to the side Ol? ii -simon rerninesces about activities from n sa 1 2' 'wear with 84 graduate Gina Mann. 19 are seniors Jill Barron, at 4 ,,?,,..,..,...,---v-- ....-.....,- . . . 1 ,,,. .,,,.,... -..,...... ......-A..---. ......,. ............,Q- Cats Bounce Back With Determination VARSITY Washburn Rural DeSoto Opponent Tonganoxie 36 86 Wellsville 47 44 Piper 63 S4 Lansing 49 51 Eudora 40 66 Tonganoxie 69 53 Perry-LeCompton 57 53 Immaculata 52 48 Osawatomie 49 55 Piper 51 49 Spring Hill 56 61 Basehor 60 71 Piper 62 67 Lansing 70 78 Eudora 65 60 Tonganoxie 69 58 Perry-Lecompton 55 46 Immaculata 70 60 Basehor 45 58 SUB-STATE 46 43 Tonganoxie 52 44 Lansing 53 65 The 1984-85 varsity basketball team started off their season by taking fifth place at the Olathe South Tournament. Midway through the season they participat- ed in the Spring Hill Tournament where they placed fourth. By the middle of the season the team had diminished to having only four upperclassman: Jeff Morse, Donald Johnson, Kelly Snider, and Dickie Marx. The rest of the team consisted of four ju- niors and four sophomores. Morse, who was named to the All-League team, was the high scor- er with a 19.8 average, Johnson was second with an average of 7.8 points per game. Morse also led the team in rebounds followed by Johnson and Snider. As a team, DHS scored an average of 55.3 points a game compared to their opponents' 57.9, but outrebounded them 29.4 to 25. The Wildcats finished the season with a 12-10 record overall and 8-6 in league play. This placed them in the third place slot in the Kaw Val- ley League. Dickie Marx commented, We had a winning record, but if we could have played to our ability ev- ery game we could have had a more successful season. Coach Mark Chipman stated, I was real happy with the effort put out by the team each night we took the floor. The kids could have quit at anytime during the season when things weren't going too well, but they didn't and they came out win- nets. Posing for a picture is senior Babette Macy, the Wildcats' representative for queen at the Spring Hill Tourna- ment. X Chri whil S . g VARSI Inlan inter-squad game, lfelly Snider, 425, prepares to pass to guard Haynef Mike Haynes, -79511. Playing defense are Don Johnson 443, Dickie Buie, E Marx, ii'30, and Chris Campbell, 32.3, hams M- .- .... .f..,A.L-...,v..a-.4 --,1.,..X.- - ,, .57 , : :Y , - VX-i V- Y Y- f M - Y.. v Y- ----Q - VY -f-..-Y .,,.-,v- -1.-,4..,.... mm , N :X x I ff K. - X Uni' S 5 AQ X ix Ll X -. N N 5 5 3' N Y S X A 3 X ff Q - ,aww Q .Sk x aff 5 ,www ' 2 ' wma x S S 2 S Q 5 X . Q , wwf iff R 3 A 9 figs? xx fn - xx. a N W . RMK Y? E36 .A f Z Q WWWQWQ mgfQWsQmif,f MgQQ3?iQ?f4m zg5H2?SZ? 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On Friday, March 22, the net- ters began racking up victory after victory to end the season with a team record of 80 wins Serving The Aces and 44 losses for a 65'Z1 win-loss ratio. Returning player, sophomore Chris Campbell filled the num- , , 7 f , W f f ff' J ,gf f,,, How would you sum up the season? I think we had a real , if successful year. We were ex- , i , y,,i pected to be weak, considering Vw we lost 4 seniors, but we sur- f prised a lot of people. Chris Campbell 1, an Hamner, takes a few practice swings. ber one singles spot on the team and earned himself a chance to compete at the state meet ,held on May 14. The singles and doubles teams put forth a tremendous effort to finish in the top five teams in each of their eight meets. Soaking up the sun are, first row: Brent Lister, Martin Hess, Brian Hamner, and Coach jeff Hodges. Second row: Chris Campbell, Blake Hughes and Steve Hall. Not Pictured: Mike Gribbin and Tim Weese, Left: Junior Brent Lister visualizes what will happen dur- ing the pending match while doubles partner, junior Bri- 8 3 Y ll A l I Seniors Steve Strampe, Mark Schnieders and Da- vid Vernon select their clubs for the tee off. Playing without paying green fees, be- ing able to play five days a week, and having free transportation were among the reasons given by golfers for having a golf team again this year. Golf was brought back last year after a three-year absence. This year, unlike years past, golfers were allowed to leave school early, there- fore enabling them to compete in more tournaments occuring during school hours. The varsity team was made up of six golfers competing against each other for the available positions during daily prac- tices. V The season was a success. The kids have learned a sport that they can enjoy for the rest of their lives, commented Coach Don Frickey. Gaining ten fresh- men next year looks promising for im- provement, he stated, looking towards the future. . . M af.: V , f , 6. X ,.. ,f ' , ,K-' rt ,,.,, ,. x . .+ 'V A . 1 ' . , f i I 1 ix fl ' 43 R y J' ' - ' -tr'.,.f: I if ,- mwig ., ' ,fag , 4 V t I. 4f,gf' , , Senior Andy Rawlings prac- Golf team members Coach Don Frickey D1ck1e Marx Russ U . , , - Pitts Kevin Shelton Mark Schnieders Darrel Holden Rodney 3285 hls form on fhe first falf Mann and Steve Strampe Not pictured David Vernon Andy V' 'Q F4 ability to strive for goals as Runners Sprint To A Platinum Finale Minutes before the competition the adrenaline began to pump Each athlete knew that it was time to concentrate on the one thing that he or she had worked so hard for' winning' The 1985 track team knew this feeling and the long hours of prac- tice and workouts proved this when the boys captured 1st place at the DeSoto Invitational and the girls placed 4th at Eudora. Being a member of track in- volved a great deal of hard work. Self determination and confidence played major roles, also, due to in- dividuality. Coaches were there to provide extra help when needed along with developing the best team possible. The 64 man roster set goals for cus throwing 142 7 ' Don Johnson in the 330 hurdles with a time of 42.2 Chris Lindsey in both the mile and two mile with times of 5 55 and 13.15 Christie Petersen in the 440 dash with a time of 65.9- and Mike Haynes in the mile and two mile with times of 4:34 and 9:53. Being a part of the track team required hard work 10095 dedication and the the season with hopes of meeting each one by putting out a 100'Za ef- fort as a team. School records were broken this year by John Hamilton in the dis- v ,, wt. 4, f X. A mam-and---Q an up-Mn, -,,,,,,,M,,,-, ,.....4.,.........---- ..-.-- 4--Q I f f Q O f X f , . . - 1 ll I I f . . . 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Kim Farmer, Kristie Staley, and Amy Buckley watch the event apprehensive- ly. . Q s l l 5 2 3 Q I Iac on the an .. .. . ....,:.L.. ...W . ..,...-..uq-a...e.....f-...M-. .. f -' ,.,.,. Y ' V N V ' -' 'YJY'- f 'eff-f --ff' - -s H - f L n, 7.- -- . . - - .-.,...-...,,......,........,.... - ...- -, .. wp, Iacquie Pannell concentrates on knocking the potato out of the square in the Spud Swing, an Indoor Olympics event. More willing to accept changes, Student Council was not easily set back. Problems were solved with new ideas and many traditions were updated. While changes were considered for Homecoming ceremonies, Stu- dent Council found itself rushed into implementing the organization procedures outlined by previous councils due to lack of time. So close to the start of the year, there was just no time for discussion and voting on ceremony changes. StuCo did decide to try holding a video dance instead of having a DJ. Expenses were much higher, but the videos proved popular. An administrative veto of the chosen annual Christmas movie sent the plan down the tubes. StuCo organized instead, an indoor olympics, a highlight of summer Stuco workshop. Teams signed up for silly events like quarters, toilet paper pass, the penny drop, and the balloon hop. Interest seemed low at first, but once the activities began, students became more enthusiastic and enjoyed themselves. Committees were formed for updating election procedures, the Con- sititution, and next year's Homecoming. The year was closed with the annual blood drive, one of Student Council's' biggest community ser- vice projects. President Michelle Roberts, senior, said, There's more unity this year, especially among the officers. The members are not afraid of change and they seem to realize the kinds of things StuCo can be involved in and accomplish. The Wildcat Congress: front row: Darrin Weimer, vice-president, Mi- chelle Roberts, president, Stephanie Lauer, treasurer, Margaret Free- man, secretaryg second row: Shirley Kurtz, Melanie Wright, Tami Nel- son, Michele Howlett, Jessica Hamilton, Kim Smith, Amy Montgall, third row: Dickie Marx, Babette Macy, Christie Petersen, Kristen Mont- gall, Dawn Everson, Ellen Brown, and Susan Nicholis. 29 Production Stirs Imagination Superstitions have plagued the hu- man mind for years. The Fall Play production helped to explain the phe- nomenon of the pooka, a fairy spirit in large animal form. Taking the stage on two consecu- tive nights, the cast of HARVEY pre- sented its version of Mary Chase's comedy about Elwood P. Dowd and his invisible six foot friend, a white rabbit. Mr. Dowd embarrasses his sis- ter and niece, Veta and Myrtle Mae Simmons, with his talk of Harvey. Mr. Dowd goes so far as to buy two tickets to every event and he insists that a place be set at the table for his invisible companion. Veta, out of des- peration, comes to the conclusion that Elwood would be better off in an asy- lum. Upon the day of her visit to the facility, Veta's explanation of the situ- ation with her brother is mistaken to be a plea of help for herself by a young doctor, who promptly commits her. Dr. Chumley, portrayed by sophomore David O'Hara, re- turns feelin uite under the weather, from an adventurous 1 4 S q evening with the invisible Harvey. When asked how it felt to be the new kid on the block with a major responsibility, Carmen Shelly, new Drama Coach, commented, The first major obstacle I faced was choosing a play to fit the students, whom I did not know very well. Secondly, I had to cast students without knowing their personalities or abilities very well. Ac- tually, I was quite pleased with the results under the circumstances. On closing night, the curtains drew closed on a production that everyone could be proud to have been a part of. Duane Wilson, portrayed by sophomore Mike Ze- mites, diligently studies the encyclopedia to find the true meaning of the word pooka. x Myrtle May Veta Louise I Elwood P. D' Miss johns Mrs. Ethel I Ruth Kelly I Duane Wils Layman San William R Judge Omar E J Lofgre Betty Chum r ra, re- iturous S Myrtle May Simmons . . . Veta Louise Simmons . . Elwood P. Dowd . . Miss Johnson ...... Mrs. Ethel Chauvenet . . Ruth Kelly R.N. 4 . . Duane Wilson ,.,.... Layman Sanderson, M.D. William R, Churnley, M.D. . . Judge Omar Gaffney , . E, j, Lofgren ,, 'Betty Chumley . . . . . Lisa Cowan . . . Sandy Cowan . . . . . jim Etherton Danette Kieffaber . . . . Jacquie Pannell . . . . Natalie Cox . . . Mike Zemites . . . . Tim Burnett . . . David O'Hara . . . john Mogusar Jimmy Mcfflaskey . Stephanie Harris Top: Elwood, portrayed by senior Jim Etherton, settles down to a quiet evening with Harvey. Above: Family, close friends and physicians ponder the fate of their beloved, inventive friend Elwood. Business Goes Gold With FBLA Future Business Leaders of America emerged as an organiza- tion to be reckoned with at district and state competitions. Business- oriented 'Cats brought home the third place plaque from the district competition, and tied for tenth place at the state conference. David Hall, Michelle Zemites, Michelle Roberts and Kim Farmer individually placed at state. In team competition, DeSoto also faired well. The Entrepeneurship II team placed second, and the Vocabulary team placed first. For a second year in a row, Michelle Zemites quali- fied to compete at the National Leadership Conference. With the guidance of Mrs. Carol Acheson and Mrs. Lyn Zeller, FBLA grew to twenty-eight mem- bers. The strengthened member- ship allowed the club to become more active. An out-of-school Christmas party provided members with an opportunity to socially en- joy each other's company. The chapter also undertook a fund-rais- er to aid the National Headquarter building fund. First row: 1984-85 officers-President Michelle Zemites, Vice President Senior Ad Manager Babette Macy receives instructions before tak- ing the Advertising test at district competition. Seniors Kim Smith, Michelle Roberts and Michelle Zemites line up to receive 'Who's Who in Kansas FBLA' honors at the state conference, while state officer Bri- an Kinsey questions President Steve Muiller about an upcoming award. 32 Kim Smith, Treasurer Michelle Roberts, and Secretary Melynda Mess- er. Second row: Babette Macy, Tami Nelson, Jessica Hamilton, Shirley Kurtz, Margaret Freeman, and STUCO representative Michele Howlett. Third row: Laurie LaTessa, David Vernon, Jamey Gulley, Connie Moll, Kelley Taylor, Laura VanDeKerkhove, Brenda Buschow, and Lisa Stef- fens. Not pictured: Amy Buckley, Gina Cunningham, john Paul Elder, Kim Farmer, David Hall, Piper McCreary, Kim Montgomery, Andy Rawlings, Dwane Warner, and Mike Zemites. pq, We 'KV -st -Q fm' We ..,. ,N - f st.. - FHA was focus on f involved m ing, it expai job or care understandl lationships was to hell roles in soc nomics in a family life, and commt Because t national cl' last year, th state and na Everyone w ings felt it the year. Striving ' x- '----q--f+-Q-w.......,......----1-., - +4-++++++ 5 l l t-of-school ed members socially en- i i I 1 pany. The 1 fund-rais- leadquarter A 1 i i i i l I i I 4 l r l i t 1 R l i Mess- Q Shirley 1 ie Moll, icq Stef- Elder, Andy Focus Cn Family With FHA FHA was a unique club due to its focus on family. Nevertheless, it involved more than just homemak- ing, it expanded homemaking and job or career skills by developing understanding of one's self and re- lationships with others. Its goal was to help youth assume active roles in society through home eco- nomics in areas of personal growth, family life, vocational preparation and community involvement. Because they joined the state and national chapters of FHAXHERO last year, the club attended both the state and national cluster meetings. Everyone who went to these meet- ings felt it was an exciting part of the year. Striving to improve their image, some group activities were a slum- ber party and a picnic in the park. Some fundraisers were candy bar sales, bake sales, and selling De- Soto Wildcat mugs. Community services included babysitting at kindergarten enrollment. In reference: to FHA, Mrs. Woot- ton, the club's adviser, said, It's really neat that FHA has youth- centered leadership, and that it de- velops leadership qualities in the youth today. Sonya Stone and Dale Ann Ross felt that it was fun and challenging. FHA was small, having only six- teen members, but it was active. Looking to include males next year, the homemakers hope to increase membership. FHA promotes school spirit by selling Wildcat mugs. FHA members include: Front row: Angela Shana- han, Debbie Burroughs, Second row: Sonya Stone, Marsha Enfield, Wendy Robinson, Third row: Jackie Pate, Kerri Pyle, Kardi McCullough, Dale Ann Ross, Debbie Hoehng Fourth row: Mrs. Linda Wootton, Kathy Basgall, Connie Moll, Gina Plum- mer. Not pictured: Marie Ash, Grace Freeman, Shelley Stovall, Denise Prince, and Kristy Stone. Wendy Robinson demonstrates FI-lA's helpfulness by chopping onions for Mrs. Wootton's foods class. Cheerleaders Spread Enthusiasm l Supporting the volleyball team was one of the many areas where spirit was abundant among the cheerleaders. Shown in action are Stephanie Harris, Lynette Broers, Michelle Roberts, and Geralyn Montgomery. The '85 cheerleading season kicked off at Emporia State University. This was the sight for the NCA spirit camp which proved to be very rewarding for both the Varsity squad and JV squad. On the first night of camp, the Varsity squad was presented with the tradi- tional spirit stick. This boosted the squad's enthusi- asm even more, and on the final night of camp both squads were chosen to receive the stick and bring it back to DeSoto. This was not the only highlight of the four-day camp. Senior Dawn Everson was nominated as a Superstar cheerleader and once again the Varsity squad was honored by qualifying for the Super Star squad award. All the work and effort was well worth it, commented sophomore Kim Pagacz, and this has proven to be true as they practiced each Wednesday. Planning pep ralleys, learning new cheers and jumps, and just making new friends were the things done throughout the year. Once the spirit was caught, it reflected on how the season would be. It was much appreciated when the teams showed their graditude because a sense of cama- raderie was felt. Senior Michelle Roberts summed it up as she stated, Whenever the team wins, you feel you win, too. It's always a test. When they're down, you have to be up, and when they're up, you have to spread the excitement! After performing their Hello Cheer for the Basehor pep club the Varsity squad returns to raise spirit within the Wildcat cheering section. ' 4 0l -0-Q.,-+4 ...fe - ..... I 0. - ,.. -.1 ,,-- --.. , ,N ..,,..,....,.sv-...v-..-.. ,,,,?..,....,.,.,.,.-.-.. . I1 at Emporia NCA spirit or both the st night of h the tradi- .'s enthusi- camp both nd bring it light of the nominated the Varsity Super Star well worth nd this has Vednesday. and jumps, hings done on how the :l when the tse of cama- mmed it up 'ou feel you down, you ve to spread r pep club the ldcat cheering Being enthusiastic supporters of the Junior Varsity teams was the goal of the JV cheer- leaders. Kneeling: Kerri Pyle, Paula Maxey, Angie Setter, Kim Pagacz and Cheryl Stitzg Standing: Gillette Lucas, Amy Montgall, Heather Cunning- ham, Judy Cowden, Jamey Gulley, and Robin Murray. The Varsity cheering squad was made up of thirteen spirit-minded juniors and seniors. Backing the teams were, Front row: Sherleen Melendres, Stephanie Harris, Mi- chele Howlett, Michelle Roberts, Dawn Everson, and Lynette Broersp Back row: Kim Montgom- ery, Christie Petersen, Melynda Messer, Dawn Morse, Margaret Freeman, Geralyn Montgomery, and Kelley Kobler. . , .,,--........c.L..... ,, -n.,-..l.1,.,.,,-, ..-N-...,. . - , . . ., . . ,,v, D-Club was an organization in which those who had lettered in a var- sity sport were eligible. Coach Joyce Mauer commented, The purpose of D-Club is to build school spirit, it's an opportunity for the athletes to work together. Boys supporting girls and vice-versa. Again the club sponsored the Pow- der Puff football game. Fans looked on as Kerry Caldwell intercepted a pass which led the juniors to a 6-O win over the seniors. Fans anticipated time-outs as some talented members sang their version of Coke Is It and other commercials. Toppin' The Athletic List Other activities kept the group busy. Members added photos to the trophy case as new athletes were cho- sen to all-league teams. Also, the club supervised the Volleyball Shoot-out. W 4,1 L, I Z K ,, Q , Qs, x C XXX is During a senior time-out of the Powder Puff 3 is 3 Highlighting the year was a trip to a survival course. Officers were: Todd Freeman, Presi- dent, Rod Kraus, Vice-President, Me- lynda Messer, Secretary, and Dickie Marx, Treasurer. game, Coach Todd Freeman discusses game plans with earmuffed Babette Macy and Amie Io Reynolds as Coach Vince Vest stands amazed. Meanwhile, Coach Jeff Morse argues strategy with Tami Nelson. D-Club: Row 1- jeff Seuferling, Lisa Cowan, Kerry Caldwell, Babette Macy, Christie Petersen, Cindy Erhardt, G.A. Buie, Rodney Williams. Row 2- Agnes Goodman, Stephanie Harris, Trisha Johnson, Gina Cunningham, Kim Montgomery, Sherleen Melendres, jessica Hamilton. Row 3- Steve Strampe, Rodney Blackburn, Iohn Hamilton, Brent Lister, Vicki Shearon, Melynda Messer, Donald johnson. Row 4- Todd Freeman, Dickie Marx, Vince Vest, Darrin Weimer, Mike Haynes. Row 5- Danny Marx, Rodney Kraus, Matt Strampe, Mark Beadle, Dawn Everson, Carlene Klamm, Adam Parker, Row 6- Steve Wright, Chris Campbell, Russ Pitts, David Stovall. Booster Club ranks among the top clubs in membership, but the atten- dance is not breaking any records. Cheerleaders and drill team promoted the greatest amount of spirit. Per- forming at games, sponsoring pep ral- leys, and baking cookies name just a few of the things done to raise spirit. The largest activity sponsored by Booster Club was the Winter Royalty Dance. A lot of hard effort was put forth by the Booster Club officers to make the dance a huge success. Senior officers were: Co-Presidents Michelle Zemites and Amy Buckley, Vice- President Brenda Buschow, Secretary Kim Smith, and Treasurer Kim Mont- gomery. Sp i r it . . . In playing with the pep band whlph provides a ppp ? The sponsorship of Booster Club changed hands this year from Mrs. Lyn Zeller to Mrs. Connie Smith. She was kept quite busy throughout the year, starting with t-shirt sales to changing the Booster Club constitu- tion and making the final prepara- tions for the dance. W N N , T' Q- za .- gl 4 Sophomore Cindy Erhardt and junior Vick l ' 4 - A i G I 0 n e Shearon get in a last minute activity practice Of, Tunes Without a sponsor until the week before school, the drill team scrambled to get organized. Top priorities were getting new girls suited up, finding enough satins for an increased squad, raising money to pay off sweat- ers that had been ordered in the last season, and rewriting parts of the Constitution. Under the direction of Lor- raine Hamilton, sponsor, and Tambra Neal, captain, the squad began practicing to learn parade routines and dances. Two of the fall highlights were marching in the American Royal Parade and performing to Telephone at the sub-state football game ver- sus Aquinas. Basketball season had its mo- ments, also. The Kittens showed their uniqueness by doing a wild funk routine to Blue Monday 4 I' 5 'L S 6.6 L b ' w X 4 .X va, sw Q Q -X 2 S f V 'ff S W V ff' W 77 si I: W FY 5. fl tic. Q if 515253555QEQSZZEQEEZZZEEZZZZiiiiifs5254,, tif U1?i ii?QQa?Q?hQQEsQ???tfwawaza w a performance day. while dancing barefoot under strobe lights. One hardship the drill team faced was the highly contagious virus Mrs. Hamilton coined as senior burn-out. Drill team re- quired a lot of time, effort, and committment, and after three years, it could become tiresome. However, Lieutenant Babette Macy felt, Even though the ear- ly practices get to me sometimes, it's all worth it after the perfor- mances. I love drill team and it has been a lot of fun. I know I'll never forget all the fun times I've had. My senior year on the squad was one of the best. Although it had a late start, the drill team made the best of its year. They were able to face and overcome their problems by sticking together and helping each other. --, -- -ff----444Y4 M vm? S X' , f ' ff f W . q I , I X, fli Q X 1 4 Z , . , 6 aaiaeiaaaiassisaassasamassiwfz ,,q,,M,,r,,,,,,,,,,,g,m,,, W The Kittens posed on their winter performing area: Melissa Broers, Cindy Erhardt, Liz Freeman, Mary Jo Melendres, Kristen Montgall, Shirley Kurtz, Wendy Pyle, jill Barron, Tami Nelson, Cindy Tiehen, Jessica Hamilton, Tam- bra Neal lcaptainj, Sandi Shiverdecker, Diana McQuirk, Laura VanDeKerk- hove, Michelle Hermann, Vicki Shearon, Jackie Rogers, Sandy Cowan, Lisa Cowan, Gayla Yungeberg, Angela Cardiff, kneeling: Babette Macy flieutenantli sitting: Tammy Young Cco-captainj. jul mc at i L ..........,.............,.........L juniors Cindy Tiehen, Lisa Cowan, Tammy Young, and sopho more Cindy Erhardt pass a pompon contagion to 'Telephone' at a home game. Dragging out of bed early on a school day was repulsive, and for most students, totally un- heard of on a weekend. For a few students, this supreme sacrifice was not too much to ask. Boarding the bus with donuts and pillows in tow, the 13 mem- ber forensics team traveled to five area meets to vie for a chance to compete at the state meet held at Johnson County Community College and a covet- ed first place medal. Team mem- bers participated in events rang- ing from Oral Interpretation Po- etry and Prose to Extemporane M , . Pk-Q X f - il:- i?2E5:a5si: WWN' M l l ,, r il L x Imagination: A Prerequisite ous Speech. Returning team members Lisa Cowan and Natalie Cox felt that the competition was tougher this year due to going up against larger schools. The highlight of forensics season, they agreed, was the chance to meet new peo- ple and make new friends. Taking a break between lunch and another round, Jacquie Pannell suddenly realizes how early the day began and how tired she is, as Laurie LaTessa digs for her lost good luck Charm' Team members not pictured: Natalie Being a member of the Forensics team takes guts and imagination. Proving this are Jim Etherton, Lisa Cowan, Tim Burnett, David O'Hara and Mike Zemites, chauffeur- ing the group throu h the drive-thru of a popular ham- S burger restaurant. Cox, Sandy Cowan, Teresa Hayden, john Mogusar, ' Adrienne Merritt, Heather Downs. 3 Kim fc Flag te. Stack, .54 Flag Team Is Small But Mighty Kim Martin and Stacey Smith perform a dazzling routine during a football game. is? Hard work, patience, and early morning prac- tices were all part of be- ing a member of the flag team. The Polecats all agreed, however, that being on the flag team was also fun and chal- Adrian Merritt waits for a cue from Mr. Hodges to begin her routine. Flag team members promote the spirit of DHS. They are: Adrian Merritt, Melissa n, John Stack, Kim Martin, and Stacey Smith. Their sponsor is Mr. Jeff Hodges. Natalie eather -- . .-...........L-.......- lenging. The 1984-85 flag corps consisted of only four members- two sophomores and two ju- niors. Of the four mem- bers, one was in the band. Kim Martin and Sta- cey Smith were co-cap- tains. Martin was in charge of routines, while Smith was in charge of equipment. The girls practiced ev- ery morning at 7 a.m. during the week of foot- ball games, and also during activity period. In regard to practice, Smith said, You put in a lot of hours. The Polecats per- formed at home football games, Homecoming, Old Settlers' Day, the American Royal, KU Band Day, and DHS Band Night. Such twirls as the butterfly, figure eight and carousel were all part of their routines. Mr. Hodges, the team's sponsor, said of the group, They're really working hard and doing well. They are a good group and they work well together. They are small, but good. I hope to add more members next year. , ,,. .. -, ,, ,... -,, ,,,. ., ,- - ...-ll... -...-..-.-1-...,.....Li-.-...-.,-.. 0klahomal Offers Romance Mika Zemites, Sandy Cowan, Mike Gribbin, Mark Beadle, Stephanie Harris, Rod Williams, Shirley Kurtz, Jeff jones, and Amy Montgall unanimously agree that Oklahoma is OK! ' Aunt Eller .. Curly ..... Laurey .... Ike Skidmore Will Parker Jud Fry .... CAST Stephanie Harris . John Hamilton . . . Tami Nelson ...... Jeff Jones . . Mike Zemites . . . . Tim Burnett . Z Ado Annie . . Sandy Cowan Ali Hakim . . . . Geoffrey West Gertie ..... Kristen Montgall Ellen .... .... D awn Everson Kate .... . . . Shirley Kurtz Carnes .... .. Mike Gribbin , Cord Elam . . . . John Mogusar Vivian ................ . . . Melanie Wright f Virginia .... Natalie Cox a OTHER CASSI: iQ1ia'M'BEizs ' Male Chorus Dancers 3 I Female Chorus Dancers In front of l.aurey's farmhouse, Ado Annie- lSandy Cowanl laments that she's just a girl who cain't say no . 1 M 4 Whilf Darre Ali sker . . ,. .. . . . ..-,, ..... .-..--.....-.,-,........a.......... ...,. 1-..,......,,..,... .,.. ,... , . , , Q While Aunt EllerfStephanie Harrisj looks on Mark Traynor and Under the fine direction and assistance of drama teacher Carmen Shelly music teacher Mary Etta Copeland- and band teacher Jeff Hodges DHS presented its annual spring musical. The play OKLAHOMA' was chosen for the production. It called for fifteen main characters- seven men and eight women. It tells the story of the troubled weary road of young love and of the problems that were often encountered as a result of the fighting between the farmers and the cattlemen during the rough and rugged pioneer days of the Oklahoma territory Love overcomes all how- ever and a new state is born. When asked about the play Carmen Shelly said One thing I have noticed about the stu- dents in the musical production at DeSoto High is that they are so enthusiastic. They are always contributing new ideas to the set de- sign and the character roles. There was never a dull moment' Rehearsals began in the last week of March Performances were held on May 9th and 11th at 7.30 p m Darren Coombs kick up their heels as they do a little K.C. jig. -Q .s-. i.-.f-warw-v- -.-f--.r--.,--v----.'-- -- W--vu-P1 . . . I I I I I . I , . . . . 1 . . . 5, X 4 ' I . I f W U ' vw I - ff - - I . . . . . . ll . f 4 W WW . may Qfwwfqs W. if . . . 1 I l md i Annie- st a girl Ali HakimiGeoff Westl attempts to peddle his wares to a skeptical and wary Aunt Eller. An angry LaureylTami Nelsonj confronts Jud FryfTim Burnettj at the box social to tell him to get lost. ,, , ,,,, ,. -,,.,,,. .. -.,...,..,...,............,... -. ...-i..-- Pursuin' Facts, It's Par Prom Trivial What 1968 film fea- tured music from Richard Strauss's 'Also Sprach Zar- athrust'? What name did football's New York Ti- tan's adopt in 1963? History, music and other subjects were covered by the Varsity and J.V. teams during early morning prac- tices. Beginning in October and continuing through February, the teams met three mornings a week to cover many different areas. Competition began with a dual against Tonganoxie at the end of October, and continued with League where Varsity placed first and J.V. took third. f To paraphrase Eleanor Roo- sevelt, I believe if, at birth, a f fairy godmother could endow a child with the most useful gift, that gift might be curios- ity. Our Knowledge Bowl , team members have such a V curiosity about life and all it offers. J A A y Kathy Reddy Sponsored by Kathy Reddy and Ron Darst, teams were chosen on the basis of a knowledge quiz taken by students. Each team had five members. For the expert trivia buff, the answers to the above questions are 2001: A Space Odyssey and Jets. Sophomores Suzi Sebanc and Bri- an Klaasmeyer ponder the answer to a difficult question, while ju- nior Michael Hesser anxiously awaits their conclusion. l DHS Dingers bottom to top: Brian Klaasmeyer, Michael Hesser, Mike Zemites, Suzi Sebanc, Mrs. Kathy Reddy, Mi- chelle Zemites, Geoff West, Mr. Ron Darst, John Mogusar, Brain Bedford, David Hall. Not pictured: Robert Goins Wx we X X N X X vw X e , Q. f e 1-B waxy., t X x X X L. Scho studen lenge. those 1 low the of peei DHS cl Society make more a The by sul: play a Hallow Pools' duced into th tresses Whe sponso workin dents v test exl compli nal per Above: Supp behind stage officers: ffrol Barbara Ryc. Vice Pres. Right: Seren. Crosley, fest Cowan, Jacq Sandy Cowai their off-key Supportin' The Arts School offers many creative outlets to students interested enough to take the chal- lenge. Drama is one choice available to those whose imaginative personalities al- low them to easily stand in front of a group of peers and show their true talent. The DHS chapter of the International Thespian Society put forth a tremendous effort to make the student body and community more aware of theatre. The Thespians made themselves known by supplying refreshments after the fall play and delivering Rent-a-Rhymes on Halloween, Valentines Day and April Fools' Day. New members were intro- duced to the world upon their initiation into this club reserved for actors and ac- tresses alike. When asked how the year had gone, sponsor Carmen Shelly said, I enjoyed working with and learning to know the stu- dents who are involved in drama. The nea- test experience of all was the feeling of ac- complishment and group unity after the fi- yer, Michael Cupid Lisa Cowan looks on as fellow Rent a Rhymers recite a love poem sent to Gayla Yungeberg flanked on the right by Angela Setter f y Reddy, Mi- nal performance of HARVEY. 'T .hn Mogusar, f ' :rt Coins is - is Q5 ll T -C- W in .Q ' 'S 'I ,Q J! 2 J ,Z- l 2' 2 7 2 ' f x 2 f f ' V Above: Supporting theatre not only from behind stage but also from the audience are officers: Cfrontj John Mogusar-Treas.fSec., Barbara Rycken-Pres., and jim Etherton- Vice Pres. Right: Serenading Office Secretary Jackie Crosley, festivally attired Thespians, Lisa Sowan, jacquie Pannell, Dawn Everson, 'Sandy Cowan and Barbara Rycken, recite 'heir off-key version of a pumpkin carol. Prom 1985 Michelle Roberts and Geralyn Montgomery, along with the other seniors and juniors, enjoy a fast dance as the ominous sign, Goodbye Seniors, looms overhead. Junior Mark Traynor and his date dance alone as the crowd jumps to the song Shout, dedicated to the senior guys as a last farewell. X , , 1 I jig ' .........I Chaperones Mr. and Mrs. Russell Duer, Rev. and Mrs. Richard Copeland and Mrs. Vergie Opdycke take a breather on the side as photog- rapher Laura jamison loads her camera for more V. q'Ayff'.- . ' f i? ff X .Am f., ,M I , Z ., i v 4 Z. -si ,f Z W 1 I Duer, Rev. rs. Vergie as photog- 'a for more f' ,f, f Prom Queen Michele Howlett and her date jeff Morse enjoy a quiet moment swaying to the slow music amidst a sea of balloons. ni 2 Z ! 2 a Cnly Time f l l l W' 11 I l M. l 7 Seniors Lynette Broers and Barbara Rycken e party it up with their dates Brent Parkerfleftj f and Danny Bishop. I l 7 Prom '85, a last farewell to the senior class, was held at the Holiday Inn in Olathe on Saturday, May 4. The festivities lasted from 8:30 to 11:30 p.m. Junior class officers and their sponsors, Mrs. Carol Acheson and Ms. Becky Gabriel chose the theme Only Time Will Tell to head the dance and the colors dark purple, lavendar, and silver to compliment it. Disc jockey, Mark Spencer, employee of Gemini Productions, provided the musical entertainment. The class of '86 raised money for the event by selling magazines during the early months of school. These funds accounted for such items as prom location rental, the hiring of a disc jockey, decorations and refreshments. This year, the junior class decided to sell glasses with the theme imprinted on the side for 55.00. In the past, the glasses were given away as door prizes to ten couples who were chosen in a drawing during the dance. According to sponsor, Mrs. Acheson, the officers felt most students were disappointed not to have an opportunity to purchase a glass as a momento. An addition to the 84-85 prom was the publication of a prom book. This keepsake included snapshots of the dance along with important facts, such as the theme and colors. Every couple who purchased a photo package appeared in the book. Perhaps the most drastic change in the DHS prom was the variety of formal dress fashions. Most students favored the traditional Gunne Sax dresses of lace and Victorian collars, but this year others chose to don contemporary bold fashions of black, strapless, and tea-length dresses. Prom 1985 ,X 5 . 3 Y , 1 L -A ' ' ' 5'2:'-'lfA1'iQ,A-'IIT lame -lv- Q --1 K- - -.ef-Q..--- n ,--' f. Ads: l:-T . , --.,.,,-vi-L4 .-.pggv-Q H-Ei., KY gk .-ir, ,QV ,A A 5' ' 115-1 :.. T Yr'7':':1?5b:-+.,l i . Cfo an X QP9 ll-1 M , .-.1 ,-.5 - 4 -AVS.. fgiukf L, ' - 'fv.v'1hY 'i,..: , , ,VYQZF4 .V ?i uf. 2 L I I 1 l Hummin' The Hits Rainbow - Shirley Kurtz and Sherleen Melendres, seniors, Melanie Wright and Christie Petersen, juniors, Kristen Montgall and Tami Nelson, seniors, Amy Montgall, sophomore, Stephanie Harris, junior, Dawn Everson and Sandy Cowan, seniors - croons Carol of the Bells while entertaining at the annual Christmas Concert. -A. - igvf f .a . VESUIO SENJDES J-i..G.'-, il bw FIRST ROW: Mrs. Mary Etta Copeland, Melanie Wright, Stephanie Harris, Kristen Montgall, Dana Chance, Christie Petersen, Dawn Everson, Sherleen Melendres, Amy Montgall, Sandy Cowan, Laura Smith. SECOND ROW: Teresa Hayden, Jamie Zook, Michelle Her- man, Barry Casey, Bill jungclaus, Tim Weese, Perry Chance, Steve Wright, john Paul Elder, Tami Nelson, Sharon jones, Adrienne Merritt. Relaxing after a practice, seniors Kristen Montgall, Shirley Kurtz, and Dawn Everson reminisce over the experiences at State Choir. 52 Q THIRD RO' Gribbin, Kei Zernites, Ch Stack. FOU Knapp, Rob Rollin Lane Pannell, Les Do, Re, Me, Fa, So, La, Te, Do These notes could be heard fre- quently drifing from the choir g 2 Q 5 xt 'N - 'N 'N room. Singin' Wildcats exercised g ld 'F' I 1 N7 NJ ll' and stretched vocal chords to pro- f., .,, S s s, duce sweet sounding melodies. The evening rehearsals to get in shape for various performances. Indeed, students had their work cut out for them with twenty scheduled concerts. Some of the more memorable recitals were sing- workouts paid off in performances that earned choral students de- served recognition. Three girls competed against 500 other singers to earn berths in the State Choir. Seniors Shirley Kurtz, Dawn Everson, and Kristen Mont- gall traveled to Wichita in late Feb- ruary to perform in the State Choir performance at the annual KMEA convention. Under the direction of Mary Etta Copeland, fifty-four students par- ticipated in mixed choir. Approxi- mately half of those students tried ing the National Anthem at a I class to 6x lain HER hiloso hi on P P P Y theory to Madrigals, during fifth hour, while preparing for the Christmas concert. ht, Stephanie tersen, Dawn Iowan, Laura vlichelle Her- Ihance, Steve .es, Adrienne out for the five select ensembles. Being a vocal 'Cat meant giving much more than 100'Z:. Besides reg- ular practices, students were ex- pected to attend activity period and THIRD ROW: Shelley Stovall, Jamie Lavery, Connie Moll, Mike Gribbin, Kevin Frye, Mark Beadle, Robert Goins, Jeff Jones, Mike Zemites, Christine Houston, Alice Broward, Natalie Cox, Melissa Stack. FOURTH ROW: Kathy Dawson, Stacey Smith, Cheryl Knapp, Robert Frye, Darrin Coombs, Rod Williams, Brent Davis, Rollin Lane, Bryan Davis, John Hamilton, Mark Traynor, Jacquie Pannell, Leslie Figg, Kristie Stone, Nanette Walker. Kings' basketball game, entertain- ing at the Regional School Board Banquet, and competing at K.U. in the annual Jazz Festival. i Bryan Davis, sophomore, Rol- :periences at ... .- -.-..........-i...Q..i. - lin Lane, juniorg Steve Wright, sophomore, and Brent Davis, sophomore, are compelled by pride to polish their act before a performance at the Brother- hood Building. 53 .....,.,. iij.i -- -,.. , l...-..........,, -.- .. E 3 z E - r N. .... .Q,-m..--.,..,,.,-,-i.e....-4+--i.-..--1 Y 4 A -.v -. Tootin' The Tones Forty performances, ranging from parades to formal concerts, com- prised the schedule of the instrumental Wildcats. Evening practices began two weeks prior to the start of school to polish up marching skills. Throughout the fall, the Marching Wildcats participated in five parades including DeSoto Days, Old Settlers, and the American Royal. Spirit was shown at six football games through half-time performances. The band also traveled to Bishop Miege to lend support in the District playoff against Aquinas. The concert season made its debut with the Christmas Concert on December 21. The season continued with the Winter Concert, and league and regional festivals. Led by Jeff Hodges, the instrumental Wildcats were comprised of eighty-one members, an increase of eight members from the previous Mr. Hodges sets the tempo of A year, During second semester, the band entertained a student teacher from K.U. Will Cooper, a fifth year music major, felt that he, learned a lot not only from Mr. Hodges, but from the students. Student teaching is a nice change of pace. DeSoto has a good band program, and the kids are receptive. Music Boosters supported the band program with several projects, such as providing lunches at K.U. Band Day, and goodies following Band Night and the Winter Concert. The importance of the band was summarized by Mr. Hodges. It fbandj continues to be a top flight organization that the school and town can be proud of. It has improved the reputation of the school throughout the state. Festival Prelude for the band at the beginning of a Monday morn- ing rehearsal. ff' FIRST ROW: Kim Pagacz, Suzi Sebanc, Angela Setter, Gayla Yungeberg, Dawn Everson, Stephanie Lauer, Tami Nelson, Kristen Montgall. SECOND ROW: Shirley Kurtz, Sean Jones, Michelle Zemites, Gina Cunningham, Michelle Roberts, Sheila Jones, Joyce Gregg, Angela ggifliflg 115153.13 lviielendres, Heather Cunningham, Kelley Kobler, Robin Murray, Adrienne Merritt, Heather Downs, Cindy Tiehen. Lance A d . gl ee Scorterg Trisha Johnson, Stacy Huff, Kerry Caldwell, Ellen Brown, Jayne Maxwell, Mark Traynor, Brent Lister K I. Cn lersoIn6UErf-:lm Rgom s, David Vernon, Rod Blackburn, Todd Freeman, Sean Buhlig, Gillette Lucas, Kristi Couch, Sean Roberts R2 lg gr Er. R H, W: .Dawn Reeves, Lisa Steffens, Wendy Pyle, Warren Wingo, Martin Hess, Jeff Julian, Mark Lister, Tim Weese an y ru e, o in Lane, Christie Petersen, Scott Cunningham, Cindy Erhardt, Shawn Oberg, Amy Montgall, David Hall Perry Chance. Blake Hughes, Robert Goins, Steve Hall, Mike Gribbin, Mike Grube, Brian Bedford. FIFTH ROW: Mr. jeff Hodges, Diane Waitzman Jamie Gulley, Tammy Cronin, Marty Scherstuhl, Bryan Davis, Gene King, Jimmy Etherton, Kenny Smith, Kevin Shelton, Eric Hinkle Buie, Chris Campbell, Kiki Hofstrahjeff Lind, Mr. Will Cooper. NOT PICTURED: Stephanie Harris and Piper McCreary. , r 1 1 Timmy l centrates ing footl: mance at - . .. s . .....t..,. .,.....- 4..-....--f.....fe,...,...-.Q...........,.....,...-sa..n.... -nausea...-.. ' ,..,,. ,,.....,., ,-.,...,,.,,.,.., ,,,,, . . , , Wg f V , , YW Vg Y ....-.w-............,...,......,.s,,., . . - V- '41-4 .. -' ,. . A A rts, com- ces began skills. 'e parades pirit was he band ct playoff oncert on nd league iprised of r previous cher from d a lot not g is a nice e kids are jects, such ving Band . lt Qbandl nwn can be ighout the 1 ten Montgall. lregg, Angela iindy Tiehen, . Brent Lister, Sean Roberts r, Tim Weese Perry Chance itzman, jamie cle, GA. Buie 1 1 Timmy Weese, sophomore trumpeter, con- centrates on his marching while entertain- ing football fans during a half-time perfor- mance at the game against Tonganoxie. Saxes and trombones - First row: Brent Lister, Lance Anderson, and Darrin Coombs, Second row: David Vernon, Rod Blackburn, Todd Freeman, and Sean Buhlig. Third row: Steve Hall and Robert Goins - polish their slurs and accents on American Folk Rhapsody for regional competition. Gillette Lucas, far right, looks on. Marching Wildcats cheer dur- ing the Homecoming game versus Basehor. Juniors Climb The Charts 1 tf'Eeivf e:v' was ,pf 'gm 'Q gyfyiawgwggafeaj-of For ye iw i5?,r3n'gy ,g senile? -raw 9' a-ga?9Qir5a'steaw , ru: ., rx V -., ,gms ef? M- .Y Awyrzf nay Tfaf If you think education is expensive you should , try T ignorance! Y ,IQ ,fn ?Q,?'.g5y1N, ii5?Sii55?,,' arinargffi 332390 Qnevrtgwi S , ga A3555 Wg fiwnfiffi risseref, . - . were f W2 . Q Y Kathy Basgali Brian Bedford i Rod Blackburn i Laura'Bly f Ellen Brown T , G.A:Buie r - , Debbie Burroughs viierry Caldwell ,Angela Cardiff- 1 Tina Carrington Lisa j Natalie Cox A T Tim Cronin T , ,cfaatcaaaiaghaiii hhhh JeffjDonham Kim Farmer T i T I im Perri X r Grace Freeman T Monte Freeman ' Tony Gambino Mark Ginger Darryl Glassinger Joyce Gregg T X x Being a sophomore was a scary feeling. We didn't know what to expect from high school, but somehow or another, we all survived, and there we were in our junior year. We had good times and bad times, but we always managed to hold on to the important things such as friends, grades, and just coping with life's everyday frustrations. Taking the PSAT test gave us an idea of what to expect ahead in our senior year, We realized that in another year DHS would be history to all of us, and just a memory in our minds. We won't forget the victory over the seniors in the annual powder puff game. Nor will we forget the agony of meeting our goal to sell magazines for prom. We succeeded in both activities, and this goes to show that the class of '86 can pull through in good and bad times. Our class officers earned the respect of the junior class by organizing things, and by simply keeping things in order. Our officers were: President-Melanie Wright, Vice-President-Meiynda Messer, Secretary-Cindy Tiehen, and Treasur- er-Stephanie Harris. X ei, iii, K 'I' '. . M i hi , 51 2 4, f, S s tb e we X X A se N it g X956 X Z ZS R1 X i e N - t S 'S X X S V V N X 1 X V e i is W K .. - ,... ' it ,. me ' f xwee'X H QQ lf.N,.v' , 3, Y -1ei.n -F 71 ,i'L'E':e BW iii 'ianfgi mg ,,.,......-,,m .... i., -..,q,,A,,.,..V X si. tx x' Q s I ni Juniors, Dennis Warner, Natalie Cox, Wendy Pyle, Sean Roberts, and Mike Maurer prove that jean jackets are the in thing at DHS. I 1 ,availf ' n Geralyn Mom an unsuspecti :t from r in our i to the 'eryday senior as, and F game. ' prom. '86 can things, flelanie reasur- ix .ahh-- 4 M P Q- h A -. .- X--. , .. -Hans..-1.1--,f--..-.', , -.- ..ow?...4:r +,.-4... P' .,,.,,...-. we- ,xx -QQ' N in ex We .,.. , I xh. W f x 1? SX X S 1, X X V X55 N xr X NWS .::.: ....: efatfias'-' X xx X x X '5 v',.,7'5 ff - 2222! 'a ir i ..,. , if ment to reflec Leslie Holloman, new corner to DHS, takes a mo- t back on her first day. we 9 X- X if Wilma , aizfmnnvm. HL' ,L 3. , N r . ..N.. T q.:,:. , T vbbnvb- ?eiS5'X . ,i ,kt . PAN Sxe b W 5 'L' Q. K X . ' V ff, I Q X ,,:., :::,:,,: f S 5 . az ' ff or ,,., X .Y ,j R5 f ' 'X P. , es- .o,Mf7:E:E:::.:.: x N ZR' Y juniors Jamey Culley Steve Hall Brian Hamner Stephanie Harris Winona Harshberger Shelly Haywood Michelle Herman Lonnie Hermann Michael Hesser Roxanna Higgs Debbie I-Ioehn Steve Hook Charley Hunter Rex Ingelse Trisha Johnson Scott jones Sharon Jones Kevin Kauzlarich Jackie Keitel Mike Killough Gene King Dean Kipp ruin I inn! . 11813, X in i,.,. ,,,, , S W X 111 x XB 4 'iw .,,' . - 2, x- X are N e X Q N Z ll ' 1 NZ! X A N W ' E, 15 i Z S K x --.W ,,,-,, if rfrrrr H l :susan-1 Scott Klamm jaynette Knackstedt Kelley Kohler Rollin Lane Alicia Large Jeff Lind Ceralyn Montgomery expresses her frustrations at being ajumor on juniors john Mogusar and Matt Dresch play an intense game of chess in Mrs Y james room during free time before school an oneuspectrng 'larnrny oung Administrators, a vital part of the high school, worked at various jobs that made the school a hit. Each member of the staff took on some basic parental duties. Russell Duer, principal, assisted by Rod Petersen, vice-principal and athletic director, oversaw the well- being of the students and faculty. When asked what was distinguishing about 1985, Mr. Duer said, The anticipation of school growth and planning to meet that need has made this year different. When students saw the district nurse, Ann Shubert, they knew it was time for their yearly eyesight and hearing check-ups and that minor injuries would be repaired. Secretaries Sally Bedford and jackie Crossley were busy keeping the noise down to a low rumble by assisting the students and faculty with their requests. Sweeping the halls and keeping the school in proper working order were the main jobs of the custodians. The cooks planned and prepared nutritious noon- day meals which included chicken nuggets, ribettes, pudding pops, citrus salad, round-abouts, and nachos, to name only a few of the most unique dishes. In an, effort to meet their growing needs, the Board of Education and Dr. Harold Vestal, superintendent, made numerous decisions affecting the entire school. Some decisions weren't always popular among the stu- dents and faculty but everyone realized the importance of them. Makin' The Decisions Dr. Vestal, shown here with Pammy Panda, a.k.a Kiki Hofstra, poses for a picture on Halloween. l l I The 1984-85 232 Board mem- T bers are top row: Kara Buehler-president, Max Atwell, Earl Barenklau, Mike Laster. Bottom row: Ted Morse, A.E. Rawlings, Roger Simmons. ML, L.,,..,1 ,,,.,, , .W.,yqqvw?Q.w-Lqfi-fqwive-r- i.m-f f-- .,..t,,,,,--U-pL7,,,..,, v 1 Y mda, a.k.a. alloween. l Sally Bedford Secretary Rod Petersen, Vice-principal Q Iackie Crossley Russell Duer, Principal Secretary Cooks, left to right: Peggy Proch, Judy Herndon, Carolyn Van Dekerkhove, Juanita Metsinger, Willadeam Istas, Lydia McGrew, Elizabeth Buie. Ann Shubert District Nurse l ostell Earl Keuser Brian Blaylock Mike P I Custodian CUSf0Cli3n Custodian I F A-44M-Lpsw .mum 3 , f,- , ..,...-..............,C.--.,-.,... Iuniors Brent Lister Elizabeth Lycan Robby Lynn Rodney Mann Kim Martin Danny Marx Mike Maurer Jayne Maxwell Kardi McCullough Randy McCurdy Joyce McGraw Tammy McQueen Melynda Mes-ser Lori Miller john Mogusar Connie Moll Chris Montgomery Geralyn Montgome Dawn Morse M Geneve Mullins Robin Murray Robert Page f Adam Parker' Jackie Pate Christie Petersen David Peterson , Kris Plum l Dan Prock M Brian Pulver Kerri Pyle Wendy Pyle TY X NNE? e - AX , , N ' 1 5 eg: xx, .,. , -1,1 .- +7 ,.,, ei X X ,N 6 X f, 'S ee , ,K .., 5 X ,, 4 Rick Ward fantasizes about the upcoming menus thfit the looda I classes will be preparing, . Jeff! I , -:ifffii -r. ? 1 ei l P z .- f ' e Q M ei:-an 1, ,I h Z X X , .3 x ,C - dl: . 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X- ,ff XW 'W N ' XX it X X X if f J XXX- W W Z lf U L SQ bhy Page tal-.es a tweak during passing period to collect his wfghts before rrwving on to the next class, XX 1 2 5 Xi M ia li Z Q X N f it 1 fjwiwil - X A 0 S f f Ru E llnlhlu-an-w wwf 'w7'w f VV C wr 0 1 X 1 W 1 4, , ,r , 1 z fi I 2' 5 Z f 4 i- .,......- Juniors Kevin Ritter Sean Roberts Jackie Rogers Dale Ann Ross jeff Seuferling Vicki Shearon jackie Smith Stacey Smith Cheryl Sfitz Denise Stockton David Stovall Allen Sulzle Kelley Taylor Tim Taylor Sheila Thoele Tracie Thompson Gerald Thrasher Cindy Tiehen Marla Traynor Dewayne Tripp Laura Vandekerkhove Rick Ward Dennis Warner Geoffery West Jeff Wilde Rodney Williams Warren Wingo Melanie Wright Tammy Young Terry Younger Makin' The Grades Teacher, teacher, can you teach me? Can you tell me all I need to know? Teacher, teacher, can you reach me? Or if I fall, will you let me o? g Although teachers are not every student's favorite aspect of school, they play a vital role in every educational institution. After all, to whose melodic, monotone voice would one, take a mental vacation to a moun- tain top to find oneself? Faculty members inhabited their own uniquely decorated niches, which were frequently trafficked by unruly students, from 7:30 am to 3:00 pm. A well deserved planning period was granted to each teacher in which he or she could be seen escaping the pressure of the day by going into the deep recesses of the faculty lounge. There was always more than one side to each faculty member. Teaching was not their only interest, their extracurricular activities included being a golf fanatic, part-time DJ, theather enthusiast, distance runner, computer genius, KU fan, house painter, avid bowler, and tour guide to name a few. Extra interests are what made our teachers interesting. Rosemary Hernandez- Paraprofessional, Lorraine Hamilton- Para- professional and Drill Team sponsorg Ron Darst- Counselor, Knowledge Bowl sponsor, and NHS sponsor, Qseatedl Ruth Connett- Resource Room, Senior Class sponsor, Jan Dean- Gifted Education. jeff Hodges-Marching Wildcats, Concert and Stage Band, and Flags sponsor, Mary Etta Copeland- Choir, Madrigals, Rainbow Singers, Barbershop Quartet, and Cheer- leading sponsor. Jay Q'Neill- Biology, Chemistry, Applied Science, and Assistant Lori Suffecool, P.E. Student Teacher, takes a break from enriching Girls Basketball .coachp Don Stout- Biology, Advanced Biology, the bump, set, spike skills of the Lady Wildcats Volleyball team. Herpetology, Marine Biology, Sophomore Class sponsor, and Girls' Basketball coach. Roy Braley George Wrestling c Economics Carol Aches ing I, lt's th and Junior C hand, Typin and Girls' T 1 X es ky 2 First row: J coachp Conr row: Mark Country, Tr diate Math, -. -Qs ....., 4 .-,...-..,m.,,.- P' Wildcats, Concert gs sponsor, Mary adrigals, Rainbow artet, and Cheer- eak from enrichifff s Volleyball tearrl I Roy Braley- Driver's Education, Rebecca Gabriel- Drawing and Painting, Advanced Art, Silver Design, and Junior Class sponsor, George Flasschoen- Spanish I, II, and Ill, French I, II, and III, and Wrestling coach, Linda Wootton- Child Development, Basic Home Economics, Foods, Clothing, and FHA sponsor. Carol Acheson- Typing A and B, Account- ing I, lt's the Law, Personal Finance, FBLA and Junior Class sponsor, Lyn Zeller- Short- hand, Typing A, B, C, and D, Accounting II, and Girls' Tennis coach. First row: Jill Robbs- Geometry, Algebra II, and Ass. Volleyball coach, Connie Smith- Algebra I, and Booster Club sponsor. Second row: Mark Chipman- Beginning and Advanced Computers, CIOSS Country, Track, and Boys' Basketball coach, Don Frickey- Interme- diate Math, Physics, Senior Math, Applied Math, and Golf coach. , U Joyce Mauer-P.E., Fitness and Conditioning, Rec. P.E., Volleyball coach, and D-Club sponor, Roy Hawley- P.E., Fitness and Con- ditioning, Rec. P.E., Trakc and Asst. Foot- ball coach, and D-Club sponsor. First row: Kathy Reddy- Senior and Sophomore English, Knowledge Bowl and NHS sponsor, Martha Gronnigar- Student teacher. Second row: Carmen Shelly- Vocational English, Drama, Thespians, and Forensics, Barbara James- Junior English, Newspaper and Year- book, Bonnie Montgall- Senior, Sophomore, and Vocational Eng- lish, and Student Council sponsor. tt, --at George Polak- Woods I, Advanced Woods, and Drafting I and II, Gerald Odgers- Work Study, Home Repair, and Student Council sponsor. Ron Blackwood- American History, Constitution, Football coach, and D-Club sponsor, Susan Collins- Student teacher, Roland Oh- renber - American History and World Historyg Ed Yaktine- Consti- 8 tution and Senior Class sponsor. Senior Year: Up Dr Down? The senior class had a year in which many new rules and regulations were brought down upon them, while many long-time goals were reached. The Kansas State High School Activities Association steeped requirements from four to five hours a day to participate in their activities. This surprised many sen- iors who had planned on more work hours or fitting more college classes into their schedules. A congressional ruling saying that states with drinking ages below 21 would lose funds for roads hung another ominous cloud over the heads of seniors. After years of semester and quarterly tests being optional to each teacher, the school board required quarterly tests in every class. These tests supplied the administration with detailed reports on the abilities of its students and teachers, while supplying stu- dents with an accumulation of four weeks of extra stress and study fatigue. However, the board also gave teachers two grading days, which let students have a few extra days of free time. After two unsuccessful years of Home- coming float competition, the seniors won hall decoration, the main Homecoming class competition of the year. Dual themes were Senior Magic and Deck the Bob- cats. While many seniors were anxious to ex- plore the freedom so near in the future, the year was spent enjoying the companion- ship of those who had been schoolmates for years and the luxury of the last chance to not be responsible for supporting oneself. The ups and downs of the' seniors' year helped to prepare them for the realities of life to come. Vicki Renee Aldrich Lynette Jean Broers Sean S. Buhlig 'Q-fg -var' X X Dan Campbell Barry Casey Dana Tharese Chance if Lazxcsdlilgggne Jill D. Barron Tammf Joyce B. Brown Amy Jo Buckley Donalr I 1 r .VJ .2 qq , x .. Brenda Kay Buschow Ana Cicin-Sain Cyntl Sandra Lee Cowan Sherrie Dawn Craft D A emoi Rycke .f.,, The Casual Life ,It's Wild! Fast cars, wild parties, Chinese fire drills, or maybe just taking time out with that special someone were a few of the highlights of the long awaited weekend. Friday nights usually got off to a late start due to the football and basket- ball games, but once the final quarter was over, a mad dash was made to Olathe. Godfather's was the top spot to pig out while others cruised the FE til the usual 12:30 curfew rolled around, and then it was time to head for good ol' home. Saturday nights varied from country or rock concerts to going to the hot spot to scope some guys or girls. These were not the only things done by DHS students We could always find a way to make the best of weekends. Another favorite past time was going to the Plaza. There were always guys galore and, of course, the all-time favorite horse and buggy ride. If the Plaza was not what some preferred, there was al- ways Shawnee Mission Park to set the scene for a romantic walk or just a place to goof off. DHS students really knew how to live up the weekends! Now - onto open lunch. This was the time for Seniorls to have a 45 minute break to chowdown. Canne11i's ranked number one as the favorite place to eat during open lunch. There were also those who chose to brown bag it or go home to eat. The latter CO1.1lCl usually After a Friday night football game, Juniors Rod Blackburn and Rollin Lane discuss plans for a night in Olathe. Seniors Mike Grube and Shawn Oberg take advantage of open lunch by picnicking on the top of Shawn's car. A .. ,df H Seniors Tami l ton indulge cream. After a frigl houses, Sopl a quick bite even catch a quick minute or so of their favorite soap. Dairy Joy, 0sbourn's, and Maria's were other choices for a somewhat balanced meal. Mini Mart got a -lot of busi- ness from those people whose Senior Appetite was satis- fied by a microwaved burrito or a box of Twinkies and a Coke. For most seniors, open lunch served the purpose of not only ending their hunger but allowing time for relax- ation and a good way to break up the day After a fri htful ex frience at one of Kan as City's haunted What is the wildest thing you've ever done on a weekend? At one of Henry Peavler's par- ties everyone decided that a quick swim at the rock quarry was the perfect way to end the night. So we piled into Henry s truck and head- ed out at 4 00 in the morning in the middle of a thunderstorm for a freezing swim A John Epps 8 P , .. - houses Sophomores Angela Setter and Mark Beadle stop for some people work on 'the weekends for extra money. Seniog Dgkie 4 quick blte at McDonalds Marx works at his family owned restraunt, the Hickory Stix ar- Q . ,....4.v.. . .,.....-4q....4 .....--i.,L.- - --1-Y -,+- :I r.rw'ffqq-.,1,-4i1,'9QE-Y- -,--v-J. ,.w --v-M,-, - V--dz-, . ' , V 1 ,4. ,,, :H ff- -:QQ 4 : ' , ,,:L . ,ff--f1,f.?,.,gf,g,.-g::--r-.-:L-5? V-- , ,V A V . 1- ny if 5, ' -1-vi, W g' Y rf- Y---XY, . Y 1 . V T ,ig ,W W, r , 1 ..,v,..M,..., Producin' The Charts K ' Becoming a GREEN PRIDE Su- per Scooper was not an easily at- tained position. Barbara James, journalism adviser, received more than fifty applications for the six- teen staff positions available. Underclassmen dominated the staff, with ten of the newshounds being sophomores. These circum- stances were unusual since it was the first time yearlings were al- lowed on staff in several years. Being chosen as a member of the newspaper staff while being a sophomore was definitely a sur- prise, News editor Mike Zemites stated. Enthuisiasm and initiative en- abled the Super Scoopers to pro- duce the first eight page issue of the GREEN PRIDE. We had time touwork on style instead of survival, Mrs. James re- plied when asked about the expan- sion of the paper. The hacks traveled to the 22nd Annual Kansas Scholastic Press Association Journalism Workshop at K-State to receive tips on produc- ing the most upbeat charts. We got a lot of good rules and FIRST ROW: Gene King, Mike Zemites, Dana Chance, Susan Nicholis, Michelle Roberts. SECOND ROW: Amy Buckley, Chris Campbell, Heather Downs, Laura Hinderliter. THIRD ROW: Mrs. James, Gil- lette Lucas, Kristie Staley, Kim Farmer, Jac- quie Pannell. FOURTH ROW: Julie Nicho- las, Kiki Hofstra, Paula Maxey. guidelines on writing editorials, Sports editor Michelle Roberts commented on the workshop. The GREEN PRIDE was printed under the guidance of Editor-in- Chief Dana Chance. Dana had two previous years of journalism exper- ience before stepping into the role of editor Basically, our staff was able to publish an eight page paper be- cause everyone was willing to work together. One major difference was having an hour class just to our- selves. This enabled the staff to concentrate solely on the produc- tion of the paper. Changes in staffing and class time, and the willingness by the Super Scoopers to work extra hours led to the growth and improvement of the GREEN PRIDE. Using a keen eye, Jacquie Pannell, Susan Nicholis, and Kristie Staley concen- trate on producing the first eight page issue of the GREEN PRIDE. -,,...-.-.-- . ' l:,,,..,,,,,-,-,--1-- ec The Hits Help! lx fir my layo Okay, pica ruler? nllm I mean to eu- These s ten be hea Mrs. Jam' hour. Si people, in adviser, WILDCA'l the helpfuf three st Barbara Rf Lauer, an the WIL duced a book. The ene paign. On she'd sold from sales Most pe into prodi after schow head phot in room 2 bara Ryclc the end o found this Men Mor man Zem Adv Laue ,. ' - -..........--a-..-..,-........-,,...f............ v.. .. . -.. .-Y. -,.-.1 .-1 ..qfqrwrg- editorials, 2 Roberts Lshop. was printed Editor-in- la had two ism exper- to the role was able to paper be- ig to work erence was ist to our- e staff to ie produc- and class ss by the xtra hours provement Recordin' The Hits I-Ielp! My copy doesn't fit my layout. Okay, who's got the pica ruler? I'm sorry. l didn't mean to expose the film. These sounds could of- ten be heard coming from Mrs. James' room sixth hour. Sixteen dedicated people, including a patient adviser, composed the WILDCAT staff. Under the helpful guidance of the three stooges, editors Barbara Rycken, Stephanie Lauer, and Lynette Broers, the WILDCAT staff pro- duced a successful year- book. The energetic staff began their year with a rousing ad cam- paign. One journalist had the excitement of posing in an ad she'd sold. The staff discovered advertising entailed everyting from salesmanship to modeling. Most people didn't realize all the time and effort that went into producing this yearbook. Many long hours were spent after school rewriting copy and developing pictures. John Paul, head photographer, changed his address and took up residence in room 206 fthe darkroomj. Clubs and Activities editor Bar- bara Rycken had this comment: Although everyone felt by the end of the year they'd have gray hair and wrinkles, we found this not to be true and had a really great time! Members of the crazed Wildcat staff include: Front row: Geralyn Montgomery, Babette Macy, Kristen Montgall, Margaret Free- man, John Paul Elder. Middle row: Laura Jamison, Michelle Zemites, Barbara Rycken, Randee Shorten, Angela Shanahan, Advisor Barbara james. Back row: Brian Klaasmeyer, Stephanie Lauer, Lynette Broers, Suzy Sebanc, jackie Smith. ----------Y .........., ..,,... -,,,, . Academic editor Stephanie Lauer consults with Babette Macy about a copy problem while Sports editor Lynette Broers eavesdrops. Frustrated staffer Geralyn Mont- gomery insists that this is the last time she redraws her layout. -.... .....i..........-..........-. e--. Seniors Stephanie Ann Lauer Gary Lee Martin i W h YOLXLBI MC 504 3 PQ fDLf,lTK 74 fi ,H ' ' f I I -, so Lg Babette Lynn Macy Kim .3-fr m- Richard E. Marx X 'E -M... Seniors are bombarded with information from colleges, training programs, and armed forces. Mr. Darst, counselor, keeps information posted in his office. Class officers Kristen Montgall, president, Babette Macy, v1ce-pres1- 1 B dent, Dana Chance, treasurer, and Michele Howlett, secretary, are Pau ' ready to defend the senior class. L L 1 ! l L l Darin 5. Mason Angie McAnerney Slbiegllsrigrlgg' T. Mid i l ,lv '19 Michael Lee Metzger lacquoline Denice Kristen Anne Den Miller Montgall -1+ . - V .I .-.W -- 'X .. .r . f - 7 '1 Y Y 7 .U ' : : - ,: , ...--.-....-..-Lgg..--..,5,,,,,.w-.f,,.,1q , ..g, Y, , ...- Y Y ,' Y ,, -...- W -.,. YY VY --Y.-......,...., ..- Keeping up with the latest men's fashions, Sean Buhlig, gives a casual smile. Say What? Oh, Larry Thumbs Up Peta Whatever 'You Scrab Queer t s Radical Awesome Puppy Oh My Not Even That s Rad Oops STYLE The way in which something is said or done A quality of imagination and individuality ex- pressed in one s ac- tions and tastes NHS members gab while modeling the latest fall fashions in front of the Nelson Lynette Broers proves twist beads are popular, as she and Margaret Freeman cram for their nine weeks test. odeling the the Nelson nette Broers oves twist ads are pular, as she :l Margaret reman cram their nine eks test. Lookin' Good Expressing oneself in a particular manner is known as individuality. Fashions have been no exception. People have spent their paychecks just to improve their looks. A lot of time has been taken to find the perfect macho or glamorous individual look Their image reflects what type of person they are, and by having good taste, it gives them a good personality The trends of the time presented a variety of options. Some stylish fads were Mia flats, twist beads, cropped pants and the ever popular Levis The more dominant look was the casual but dressy look Western wear, a fad that will never go out of style was worn by many gfy, People T Being unique gives a fancy expression to the individual Creativity and wearing something no one else wore were the objectives everyone aimed for Kim Hill someone Wh9 Plans to enter the Vicki Shearon individual- career of Cosmetology izes the fad of multiple Sald I tl-Unk people piercing with dangle ear- are being more stylish 'mgs' and unique in their appearance and it doesn't stop with their wardrobe It seems like a lot of people are even going for the more daring hairstyles Kevin Shelton a friendly sophomore, felt, The guys' fash- ions were country The western look was in, no more PTSPPY 'T 3 Z M ay Western wear is definitely a kicker. Seniors Seniors Kenny Smith, jimmy Etherton, and Sean Buhlig remain bored during an assembly. Behind them, seniors Tarnbra Nea and Alan Harris are also not amazed. ML , xx 6 , . gi - , Y 5 V , x t , L' ' is .V Q ' 'wi , A 11 1 , .QL Mark D, Ramgden Stuart A. Rawlings Dawn Marie Reeves F' T! Lisa Marie Michael Reno Amie jo Reynolds Anne Michelle Roberts 3' E Sonya L 1' fx 'wffrv' l it ' S L . J 'L L '- Wendy JO R0bin50n Angela C- RGSUS Bagggieinn Mark E. Schnieders Angela Kay Shanahan Cindl' L 'rg' X 5 c 'iss l Kenneth N- Smith Kimberly Lynn Smith Michelle L. Kelly J. Snider DeWayne Howard 78 Smokorowski 5pie55 Williai W4 .. - . ., . .. . e , -.1 .-Q, -.,TQa+-,,--..,, .Qv1Qe-e ,S,,,1-..-,- -e,. ,,,,,,,,,,,, m,,,,,..:-.'..,, ,- .- -, . , .. ., , , i l 'ie Reeves Jlichelle :erts F37 y Shanahan 'mfs' e Howard less X1 A Seniors Vernon, and Kelly Snider. Lisa Marie Steffen-5 Tammey L. Stephans Sonya Lee Stone Steven john Strampe Senior guys pile into Kelly Snider's truck on a foggy morning. Pictured are jim Kil ough, Gary Martin, Dwane Warner, Paul Nolte, Mike Reno, David -qu-sn? xv, ye V I ' A V' V, Vest Traci Lynn Vickers Dwane D- Warner Cindy L, Tipton David Wayne Vernon IHCC ,-,A,a 13:21-3' Wilwgmfziffin Theresa Jean Wheeler Kinwimfeinn Jerri K. Whirmill Mgjgjtifafie .. e... ,,. .. Y ,..,.W.1...,,.t..1.l..- --,,i .,.....-....., ,,-, ...-.- 79 Makin' The Charts Awa from Home Karin Gerber, one of DHS's two foreign ex- change students, came across the ocean from Amsoldingen, Switzerland. Amsoldingen is a small agricultural village surrounded by mountains which have been her ski slopes since the age of five. When asked why she picked the U.S., she commented, We've heard a lot of attractive things about your culture. She also felt it would help her master the English language and the idea of learning about a foreign cul- ture intrigued her. Karin was a member of the Wildcat Band, playing the French horn, and a member of the Lady Wildcats' volleyball and basketball teams. She commented that DHS was easier than the school she had attended in Switzer- land. Karin stayed with Dawn Reeves and family. David Bowie, ice cream, and good grades made Ana Cicin-Sain's school year fun. Ana, from Yugoslavia, came to America to meet new people, improve her English and become more independent. When asked about the economic differences between the two countries, Ana said that there was less competition in Yugoslavia. Ana also said there were a lot of scholastic differences between the two. First, in Yugosla- via classes had thirty to thirty-five people and students stay in one class all through high school. Each student has fourteen required courses. Each day has a different schedule. 1 Ana stayed with Angie Rogers and her fam- 1 Y 4 For three months Karin Gerber lived without a permanent host family family but now lives with the Reeves. Ana C-Sain makes herself at home while reading a magazine on the floor of the library. Bryan Dav their fifth Marg. roll p 01116 lf El s with the l Bryan Davis satisfies his after lunch hunger by buying NHS candy from Shirley Kurtz in their fifth hour Madrigal class. Margaret Freeman and Babette Macy discuss honor roll parties with Mr. Darst. NHS Members Mix Work And Play Leadership, service, character and scholarship were the four areas teach- ers considered when National Honor Society members were being chosen for the 1984-85 school year. To qualify as an NHS candidate, students had to have at least a B average. After the remaining areas were judged, the new NHS members were announced and initiated. When school began, the first job of NHS was to elect officers. Those cho- sen were President Kristen Montgall, Vice-president Margaret Freeman, Secretary Stephanie Lauer, Treasurer Michelle Zemites, Historian Mark Schneiders and StuCo rep Babette Macy. Invaluable members were advi- sors Kathy Reddy and Ron Darst, who said, It's a joy to work with stu- dents who have respect for themselves and others. Candy sales raised money for the annual field trip: a tour of KCTV 5, a stroll through the Nelson Art Gallery and lunch on the Plaza. NHS also gave honor roll parties and helped at the League Knowledge Bowl in DeSoto. .i 1 f -- fs . ,.. K af L 9- M KS Y J 2 , NHS members are, First row: Lynette Broers, Tami Nelson, Sherleen Melendres, Michelle Roberts, Jessica Hamilton, Shirley Kurtz, Kristen Montgall, and Marga- ret Freeman, Second row: Michelle Zemites, Stephanie Lauer, Barbara Rycken, Michele Howlett, Kathy Reddy, Dana Chance, Babette Macy, Keri Korth, Ron Darst, Brenda Buschow, Darrin Weimer, Mark Schneiders, and Dickie Marx. Not picturedg David Hall, Sherri Craft, and Arny,Buckley 81 At last, the grand finale arrived. Commencement ceremonies were held in the football stadium at 8 p.m., May 23, for 111 anxious sen- iors. The band's traditional Pomp and Circumstancen brought the seniors onto the field. I-Iere the sen- iors were seated for most of the ceremony Words of tribute were spoken by Principal Russell Duer. Sherrie Craft Babette Macy and Kristen Montgall were honored as salutato- rians. Seniors Take Show Dn Road Valedictorian Michelle Zemites spoke of time holding the only an- swers to questions in the minds of seniors during the classes last mo- ments as seniors Finally the time arrived The 5 wg' J --,.11....,. ,...,,, V gy Dawn Montga Chance f Z , W, , f . . 1 1 V O My W W 0 g5 W?7v fyfw f' f M . . f K' 9 6 5 I 4? A . . . . ' I class lined up to receive diplomas and congratulations from Mrs. Buehler. The graduates were greeted with hugs and tears on the track from family and friends. Eventually, the crowd dispersed, and the graduates turned in their caps and gowns, ending their time as students at DHS. It was time to take the show on the road. if final ti Donald johnson and Dickie Marx show the macho look as they anxiously await for practice to begin for the grand finale of the year. Mr. Ed Yaktine shows DeWayne Spiess the art of shaking hands. Co-S Sher I I I A V ,. . A ,.,f...-....--.....- ..-........,,-. , K , . . . - 4--..,.-.,,-.1 , H SY! they year. .--f ' N--11 Dawn Everson, Tami Nelson, Shirley Kurtz, Kristen Montgall, Sherleen Melendres, Jacquie Pannell, Dana Chance, and Sandy Cowan sing A New Day for the final time as DHS choir students. Eyes are filled with tears as Valedictorian Michelle Zemites reads a touching poem about the friendship and memories shared by the class of '85. , Z f fo Salutatorians Kristen Montgall . Sherrie Craft share a speech about lasting memories. Following graduation, hugs are g , Babette Macy, and are cried as the final good-byes are Said. .....- -..., , f iven and tears A ! ' A l Principal Russell Duer congratulates Mark Ramsden and awards him a diploma as Ramsey Hagan eagerly awaits his turn. Lance Anderson and David Hall take their final steps as students of DHS during graduation ceremonies. Seniors Sandi Shiverdecker, Lynette Broers, Sandy Cowan, Dana Chance, and Jacquie Pannell anxiously try on caps the day of delivery. After eating at the senior breakfast, Russ Duncan and Cindy Enfield practice for the evening ceremo- ny. . , . 4 ..-'.f,.. . .,-.... ...Ni ..a-....,....,....-.........,..,w.4f.-.L,.-n..,,,..,-.,--...- owan Dana the day of SENUEJRS 1385 S , I Memor1es Tomght a curta1n closes And we take a flnal bow To the four years we have spent Whlch are slowly endmg now But let t1me stop thrs evenmg For yust an hour or two As we recall the memor1es That seem rlght now too few And gathered all together We w1ll not say good bye For thoughts that w1ll prevall Of us of you w1ll never d1e Author Unknown 85 ' ' s s - ------' -- --.-. .....,,,,.-- - - . ev , l l 1 l l l l l ' l -' Q Q ' , l l .1 ,af A ' I , V. t I , ff, 44, f K.. , ,LM - VM A X . I f 1 , ' 1 tlzk ,, 1 . ? g Q ,, A f Xiyyfjlf , A V fy'f4- ' I f '. ' l ' ff, , 4 , f ,, 3 , ,1 X! G' 't' - u f I 4 f W'Q.f,' ' U , r , .tt ,V Y qi ,. X 9 ft X tan, V, . 4, lx V - , Q f V' nfl Ma fill t l ' V I If , M I 7 , ,, X ,ff 32 r Q . 3 V' - . 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General Practice Ka pelman eS0to ldeo P O'tOgI'apl1y MOVIC andVCR Rentals Wedding 'Portraits 128 O' 8 W 'Commercial I Custom Pnmm Congratulatlons to the Class of 1985 Clay H Kappelian Instant Passports Member PPA and KPPA 1 Offfollos 841 0209 esumes by We 107 :asf zna sneer 913 Tennessee Suite No 1 Lawrence Kansas Sherl Remember the past Live rn the present But plan for the future Congratulations and Best WlSh6S Monny u Dawn Everson May you always be as happy as you have made us Love Mom and Dad bw 5 f , ,4 I' X' X f 3 I I -f Q . I I I Z 1 . I 0 S 4 , Q . 6' ' o I . ,W , in w n c f 1' ' V3 . fra .1 Q . . Q, I . ae- f - ' I 3 k E, .,..- , ' f I I A V. - ,.....,,.. ..--- .......A......,.........,............--,....-...-.,...a..,.....,,.+-.........................................- ........u. -- -V. Y.. .. rf. , -. .. , .- - 'V - . Y-.,, .-...M-.-... -.p.,... .,.... , , , ......,x..-..-.i,,..-.Y... ,.... -..--, ..... ,gh ,,,.,-,., . 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M59 ,f7'x if-X H7 Phone 764-2211 ,W f , For A Profit f ss-r Qifyf You Can Afford! 'f X -, , 4 -.N I ,Y . g r' A Q X ff f '. uihir i K .f'7x 'NN-sf,f'r! ICHAEL'S ' BODY SHOR INC. I - 1060 W Santa Pe Olathe, Ks 782-8838 24 low - I K X Shawnee E fx X Animal Q15 if Clinic X 6236 Nieman Rd. Backhoe 631-0453 12771 Circle Dr. Senior Salutes Monkey y f Always keep a smile in i A your heart, Kim! l Congratulations Love, Mom and Dad Dawn Marie Reeves 1 Can it be the years have passed so quickly? We are 1 very proud of you! We love you, Mom and Dad 1 LAD X Seems like only yester- Uday you were playing with hot wheels and goingito 7 kindergarden. Time sure 1 fliesg now you are a gra- is f duate and by the time you see this you'll be eighteen, t Our wish for you is be strong, pure and be hap- py!!! Love and Congratula- tions, Your folks Eric Prov. 3:5-6 Trust in the Lord with all thine heart, and lean not unto thine own understanding. In all thy ways acknowledge him, and he shall direct the paths. Thank you Eric for being such a joy to Dad and Mom Dana Chance Whatever your dreams may be, the strength for making them happen lies within you. Ilove, Mom and Dad Always keep the joy and enthusiasm that you have shown for life. Congratulations, Stephanie! Love, Mom and Dad Chan From a a lovely have mac of you, VX success ir Love Motl Bal I have vice, but needed ii of know and goir you will in wiiatr do. Low Moi Lyr Forget a been cloud hours in t the times 1 don't forge Forget a can't chan the lessonf Forget a encounters times your Forget you've bee the friendf Forget a seem to v forget tc DREAM. i . . .... .,.,.. , .-.. --r ...... .,.H.........,,,..i.,.-.NN.i--i3g-.,14if,i,.k.q,.ik4xq,.i..f-..,.-.A.ii,...h.g.... ..... . e....-,...,...v , ,. ,.... ' 'A - ' - --an V-H -.s-..-.4---e.-.,......v..-..,.w?...... ,, K Charlene Quillen From a beautiful baby to a lovely young lady. You have made us very proud of you. We wish you all the success in the years ahead. Love you, Mother 8: Dad Babette Macy y y I have no profound ad- vice, but then your never needed lit. You havethegift of knowing what you want and going after it. I know you will achieve greatness in whatever you chose to do A , , t Love, Mom Lynette Broers Forget about the days when it's been cloudy, but don't forget your hours in the sun Forget about the times you've been defeated, but don't forget the victories you've won Forget about mistakes that you can't change now, but don't forget the lessons that you've learned . . . Forget about misfortunes you've encountered, but don't forget the times your luck has turned . ,. Forget about the days when you've been lonely, but don't forget the friendly smiles you've seen ,.. Forget about the plans that didn't seem to work out right, but don't forget to ALWAYS HAVE A DREAM, - - ,Ag e M72-,ms ,f s-,.::.n!.-Q.-.Q-Jw. warn ... ,..- .. -.......... A Kim Whirley 113658 Dickie Thanks for making us proud parents. Good Luck in the future! Love, Mom 8: Dad Kristen Montgall May your life be filled with the happy anticipa- tion with which you greet new things. Treasure the past and look forward with joy to the future. We'll always be proud of you. Love, Mom and Dad 1j,Li-, ,....l.ll.,-A ,-.....,,.....,..- ...., ,- ,,-,,,,,,,,.!.,........-..-Q.-.-.....-. Y More Salutes Michelle Zemites May the smile of the woman always remain as bright as that of the little girl who has given us so much joy. Love, Mom and Dad The Stooges Through all you've endeavored, we want you to know how much you've been appreciated this past year. You were there when we needed you, with all our complaints, but you'd leave us with knowledge, and a smile on your face. Thanks for all the laughter, tears, late nights and just being yourselves. Margaret Freeman You were a beautiful two year old and beautiful now. Congratulations! We love you- Mom, Liz, Scott and John Robert Babs There is a place where the sidewalk ends, Where dreams will all come true. Those eyes that know The smile that shows Your ears that judge The child that grows It all comes true, where the sidewalk ends. You're number one. Love, Mom Tami Nelson Congratulations and Good Luck! Mom and Dad 9 1 N- ' ...- will ls.:-.rn T' il ,Q wx -'ff Nb' . Tkwfbl 552 Hafl 1 X cl 0'3 ff-.ZS I in .',C'35 95.5-is J , Rv,i,g8' Fl Q' X , ' . .. ., ,..-..-Q... ,..........-..,..., L-, -. v..- ,, I PORTS!!! ina If II JOSTENS PRINTING AND PUBLISHING DIVISION 1 'ilgflgfi 1 aff' I5 wa.-r--I-' IM?U + W if , , MM? - '+ .BYJSII EEQZIXM I '3 '74 IV ii if' a'vQ Ii, t 4 9, m I 4- . -.wif-fi V H. '81 : 190 JS'-'ulrsgp W 5,4 ,993 E 91 ifz'??7wfff S up ..L'i' I In .f 57 . Q f f t' G . 1344. nmvlvu Q 5 fo yearn: I Q1 RM 2-'i.'1.f?f 'I we M11 'D-J' ' I 1 Yom 1' frm , - - ' ' 1 A 'TNI Shih' 44-1lf66? G65 Q4 -I-Iiggf' 5 9 q W :2 - 1 v xy R I -,efiwf-I.',6' ww me wi fffififi vga: Q, I Ews' I V TAmn0ClnArN ' W -'w - I m'85L -of 1 L0 A ' 1 - B45 A de lv' LYWNHPL ':PaU -6 ,wav f A61 W 'll I' love I 1 at QulnU1ts.l I I jp. I gj ,x ' avr I H-yn -g Pcrwswg ' Wav x J in ll.-m. A -ff O -W B2 wfj I 'PUSH Mr, wwe -1 I4 Y Av Q :Sm ' 1985 Sn. :sf ,Q7' I 33 PAUL I-M -. 0,0 'W i get Homecoming umm 52:3 :aff 'N ,SEK Mug ,gx III me The year has gone in a blur but many memories will always be with us. Successes have been obtained and failures have been en- dured, but the overall feeling about the year was that everyone had proved themselves worthy of moving to the next level on the way to the top. The job of editor and its responsibilities was placed upon us at the beginning of the year and each of us rolled up our sleeves to begin the mountainous quantity of work that loomed before us. We were by no means left by ourselves to ponder layout designs, copy con- tent, and photo composition. A group of unique individuals meshed together, as they spent many hours working side by side, to form a single unit that produced the WILDCAT. We would like to extend a very deep thank you to those individuals that worked with and against us and laughed and cried with us. Although there were differences and conflicts, both aided in the successful production of this annual. tw r W svtll wary arm bitt MU Qnood luck Flext Xfcictrl The 5 Sztooqci l Bu: J Bui A1 A1 An An Ar As shy BA Ba Ba BA BA Be Be B1 Bl B0 Br Br Br BY1 Bn Bm Bm Bm Bui 1 Bur 1 Bu: l l 1 r f hernen l C.S Ca' Cai Ca Ca: Cal Cm Cm CN i CH CW CU CL Co Cot fill always be .ave been en- everyone had on the way to upon us at the eves to begin us. We were ns, copy con- duals meshed ide, to form a ce to extend a :ed with and there were roduction of Abbott, Heather SO ACADEMICS Adkins, Tony 17,50 ADMINISTRATION 60,61 Aldrich, Vicky 66 Allred, Rose 50 Anderson, Allen 50 Anderson, Lance 56,57,66,9 Archuleta, Chris 50 Ash, Maria 33,50 aby Fae receives a baboon heart BAND 56,57 Barron, Jill 19,38,66,87 f Basgall, Kathy 33,58,59 BASKETBALL, Boys 20,21 Dancing to nOld Time Rock N' Roll,n Laurie LaTessa and Michael BASKETBALL, Girls 14,15 Hesser enjoy each other's company at prom. 393019, Mark 12,13,24,36,50,52,53,55,69 ' Bedford, Brian 21,46,56,58 Blackburn, Rod 13,36,56,57,58,68 Bly, Laura 58 BOOSTER CLUB 37 - 'ug Flutie wins Heisman Trophy Broers, Lynette 3h,35,47,66,67,73,76,84,93,94,96 Broers, Melissa l4,38,5O,87 Broward, Alice 5O,52,53 Davis, Brent 21,5O,52,53 BYOWD. Ellen , 6,7,24,29,56,58,87 Davis, Bryan 50,52,53,56 Brown, Joyce 66 Davis, Randee 50 Buckley, Amy 28,32,66,72,81 D-CLUB 36 Buhlig, Sean 56,57,66,67,76 Dearinger, Frances 67 Buie, G.A. 13,21,24,25,36,56,58 Diviney, Kirk , 67 Burnett, Tim 13,17,3l,36,4O,5O Donham, Jeff ' 58 Burns, Jason 50 Downs, Heather 8,50,56,72 Burns,Ty 50 DRILL TEAM 38,39 Burroughs, Debbie 33,58 Duckworth, Johnny 50 Buschow, Brenda 32,66,81 Duncan, Russ 67 A hernenko, Soviet leader, dies Eighteen goes to twenty-one with the drinkin a C.Sain, Ana 8.66.80 8 ge Caldwell, Kerry 6,7,l4,15,24,25,36,56,58 CamPbell, Chris 23-21v36f50v55v56v72 E 1 T 50 11, Dan 6 BY f CTYY ggggggf, Angela 38,56,58,87 Elder, John Paul 9.24.32.51.52 73 Carrington, Tina 58 Emert, Keith 51 Casey, Barry 52,66 Enfield, Cindy 67 Chance,Dana 28,52,66,72,7b,76,8lf33,34.92 Enfield, Marsha 33,51 Chance, Perry 5O,52.56.87 EPP9f gighelle gg s, o n ESEESLEADING Efgardt, cindy 6.14.24.25.36 CLOSING 96 39,51 54,56.87 CLUBSXACTIVITIES Etherton, Jimmy 17,31f40.56.67 Copeland, Jamie 17,50 Everson, Dawn 6,18.24.29.35 Couch, Kristi Cowan, Lisa Cowan, Sandy 50,56 6,l4,31,36,38,39.58,87 31,38,52,66,83,84,87 Cowden, Judy 35,37,5O Cox, Natalie 53,58 Craft, Sherie 66,76,81,83 Crockett, Kevin 13,50 Cronin, Tammy 56,67 Cronin, Tim 58 CROSS COUNTRY 9 Q Cunningham, Gina 6,7,l4,32,36,56,58 Cunningham, Heather 35,37,5O,56 Cunningham, Scott 13,24,5O,56 1 j 7 JCQM, .X ra- 53's A . rkvwh-5 amine spreads in Ethiopia FACULTY 64.65 FADSXFASHIONS 76.77 FALL PLAY 30.31 Farmer, Kim 3,32.53.72 Fauth, Angie 67 Fauth, Mike 58 FBLA 32 Ferri, Jim 58 Figg, Leslie 51.53 FHA 33 FLAGS 41 FOOTBALL 12.13 FOREIGN EXCHANGE STUDENTS SO FORENSTCS 40 Fox, Bob 67 Freday, Jerry 67 Freeman, Grace 33,58 Freeman, Liz 6.33.51.55 , . V V , - .....--,-,,, -..-, - . . r Goins, Robert - v 'il Freeman, Margaret 3,10.29.32f3517O Freeman, Monte Freeman, Todd 73,77,81,87,9A 5a 1O,12,13,21,24 36,56,57,7O,94 Graldine Ferraro first woman to be a Vice-Presidential candidate Gage, Scott Gallager, Jim Gambino, Tony Gerber, Karin Ginger, Mark Glassinger, Darryl GOLF Gomez, Jeni Goodman, Agnes GRADUATION GREEN PRIDE STAFF Gregg, Joyce Gregory, Bob Gribbin, Michael Grube, Mike Grube, Randy Gulley, Jamey 51 51 58 6,1A,56,7O,8O 58 58 hh,51,53,56,57 23 51 36,70 82,83,8b 72 56,58 70 13,51,53,56 56,6B,7O 51,56 32,35,56,59 oyas from Georgetown lose to the Villanova Wildcats Hagan, Ramsey Hall,David Hall, Steve Hamilton, Jessica Hamilton, John Hamner, Brian Handley, Mike Harris, Alan Harris, Stephanie Harris, Tracey Harris, Willie 70,84 38,46,56,7O,76,81 56,57,59 ' 8,2b,29.32,36,38 39,69,70,76,81,87 13,2h,5l,53 9,21,59 70 13,24,7O,94,98 8,34,35,36,52,59,63 70 70 Harshberger, Winona 59 Hayden, Teresa Haynes, Matt Haynes, Mike Haywood, Shelly Heim, Shannon Hensley, Bill Herman, Michelle Hermann, Darin Hermann, Lonnie Herndon, Tod Hess, Martin Hesser, Prof. Micha Higgs, Roxanna Hill, Kim Hinderliter, Laura Hinkle, Eric Hisel, Greta Hixson, Tim Hoehn, Debbie Hofsta, Kiki Holden, Darrel HOMECOMING Hook, Steve Howlett, Michele Huff, Stacy Hughes, Blake Hughes, Mike Hunter, Charley Huston, Christine 51,52 9,13,21,24,51 9,l3,18,2O,21,24,51 33 59 51 51 38,53 17,51 59 70,75 51,56 el 44,59,62,97 59 71 51,72 21,56 24,51 71 33,59 6,51,56,6o,72 21,23 10,11 59 29,32,35,h7, 71,74,77,81,87. ndira Gandhi shot by two Sikhs Ingelse, Rex 59 ohn Dvlorean arrested in FBI cocaine s Jamison ting , Laura Johnson, Donald Johnson Johnson , Lawrence , Trisha Jones, Dawn Jones, Jeff Jones, Scott Jones, Sean Jones, Sharon Jones, Sheila Julian, Jeff Jungclaus, Bill JUNIORS 6,51,73 13,l9,2O,21,24,7l 36 8,36,56,59 51 51,53 59 51,56 52.59 56,71 51,56 52,71 58,59,62,63 ansas City Kings move to Sacramento Kauzlarich, Kevin Keitel, Jackie Kieffaber, Chris Killough, Jim Killough, Mike King, Gene Kipp, Dean Klaasmeyer, Brian Klamm, Carlene Klamm, Scott 59 59 71 71,79 59 13,17,56,59,72 13,59 17,44,51,74 6,24,36,71 59 Knackstedt, Jaynette 59 Knapp, Cheryl KNOWLEDGE BOWL Kobler, Kelly Koch, Jeff Korth, Keri Kraus, Rodney Kremer, Phil Kurtz, Shirley 51,53 Ah 6,18,35,56,59 13,51 81 9,11,36,71 13,24,5l ,82,99 l9,29,32,38,39,56,71,81.53.37 6 5 2l+,1,56' 5617i 5 Senior Alan Harris and junior Geralyn Montgomery look at 24:51 pictures being sold by the yearbook staff, while sophomores Randee Shorten andgindy Erhardt rumage through the athletic 59 , P1CtLlI'eS Ft m,,4 .2,W 1 f fff new 724512 ff W 1 12. 2 ' ,QW ,, ' 2 My Senior A I business , , . ,,,,, ,,,,.,,.,,,,-..,,....,.......-.,.-.1...,.,,..-.-.-.-....,.,..........Y...e-,...-en.-...... .....,,,,,.F--..-Q...-. 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'ok at rphomores athletic ady Diana gjveo birth to second son, Prince Henry Lane,Rol1in Large, Alicia 13,36,53,56,59,68 59 Montgomery, Kim Morse, Dawn Morse Jef , f Mullins, Genene Murray, Robin 10,32.35,3o,3S,71,75,92 'T 6,35,6. 12,13,18,2O,21,47 62 35,56,62 LaTessa, Laurie 6,32,40,71,97 LaTessa Scott 51 ' - utraSweet becomes popular with k::Zr9,S5S:?an1e g?,56,73,74,77,81,87,92,94,96 diet food manufacturers Lee, Lanae 6,51 Lind, Jeff 21,56,59 Neal, Tambra 38,75 Lister, Brent , l3,18,21,56,57,62 Nelson,Tami 29,32,38,39,43, Lister, Mark 51 52,56,68,75,76,81,83,84,87,94 Lucas, Gillette 24,28,35,51,56,72 Newport, Nancy 54 Lycan,E1izabeth 62 Newson, Mike 75 Lynn, Rob 62 Newson Steve 54 Nicholas, Julie 29,54,72 Senior Kim Montgomery takes a breather in the middle of her business lay test at District FBLA. ichael Jackson open his 'ViCt0fY Tour' in Kansas City Nicholis, Susan NHS Nolte, Paul Norton, Debbie Nuesse, Bruce lympics held in L O'Hara, David Oberg, Shawn OPEN LUNCH OPENING 'rince cancels hi Pagacz, Kim Page, Robby Pannell, Jacquie Parker, Adam 6,51,54,55,72,87 81 - 75,79,83 6,2a,5a 75,84 os Angeles 3O,31,40,54 37,56,68,75,84 68 2,3 S tour 35,37,54,55,56 62,63 29,4O,53,72,75,83 13,36,62 Pate, Jacki 33,62 Peavler, Henry 75,84 Macy. Baberne 6,7.14.15.20,29.32. Petersen' Christie 6'7f14-24'28' 36'38,39,73'7A'76' 29,35,36,52,56,62,8 .81.82,83,S7.93 Peterson, Helen 54 Q Mann, Rodney 23,62 Peterson, David 62 Martin, Gary 74.79 Peterson, Jamie 21,54 Martin, Kim 41,62 Peterson, Tim 75 Marx, Danny 36,62 Pitts, Russ l3,21,23,36,54 Marx, Dickie 1O,13,2O.21.23,29, 36 Plum. Kris 6.62 69,74,75,g1,g2,93,94 Plum, Mike 75 Plummer,Gina 33,75 MHSOH, Darin 13-74 Prince, Denise 33,75 Mason, Karin 6,51 prock, Dan 62 Mauer, Mike 58,62 PRQM 46,57 Maxey, Paula 35,5l,72 pulverv Brian 62 Maxwell. Jayne 6.56.62 Pyle, Kerri 33,35,62 'McAnerny, Angie 74 Pyle,Wendy 38,56,58,62,87 McAnerny, Mike 51 McClaskey, Jimmy 51 McCreary, Piper 32,51,56 McCullough, Kafdi 33.62 incy Jones directs, the USA For McCurdy, Randy 62 Africa ensemble McGrew, Joyce 62 HCQUGGH' Tammy 62 Qhiiien, Charlene 75,93 McQuirk, Diana 38,54,87 Melendres, Mary Jo 24,38,54,56,87 ' Melendres, Sherleen 10,l1,35,36,52,74,76.81.83-36 Merritt, Adrienne 41,52,54,56 eagan caused a controversy when he Messer, Melynda 6,32,35,36,62,63 visited a West German cemetery Metzger, Mike 13,74 - 4 Millar: ggiguie 71,5 Ramsden, Mark 78,84 Mogusar, John 9,24,31,44,59.52 Rawlings' Andy 23'32'78 M011, Connie 28,32,33,53,62 Reeves. Dawn 56-78-92 Montgall, Amy 6o1aoI5v29o35n42v52v54o56l87 Reno' Mlke G 78'79 Montgall, Kristen 6,18,29,52,56,73,74,81,B3 87 93 R?Yn01dS' AW1e 78 M0ntgomery.Chris 9 24 62 ' ' Rlttef, KeV1D 13 63 h ' ' Roberts Michelle 14 29 32 34 35 46 Montgomery, Geralyn 34,35,37,46,59,62,73,91,98 ' ' ' ' ' 56 72,76,78,81,87 75,04 99 Roberts, Sean Robinson, Wendy Rogers, Angie Rogers, Jackie Ross, Dale Ann Rycken, Barbara 56,58,63 33,78 78 8,38,63,87 33,63 47,67,73.76 7s,81,94.9b an Francisco 49'ers win Super Bowl Sanders, Shaun Scherstuhl, Marty Schnieders, Mark Schuler, Jason Schuler, Travis Schulz, Jason Schulz, Missy Sebanc, Suzy Seibolt, Andy SENIORS Setter, Angela Seuferling, Jeff Shanahan, Angela Shanahan, Craig Shearon, Vicki Shelton, Kevin 54 54,56 13,23,7e,7e,e1,9a sa 63 5a 54 aa,5a,5e,73 54 66,67,7O,71,74,75,78,79 35,54,55,56,68 9,17,36,63 33,78 54 6,3e,3s,63,v7,e7 21,23,54,5e Shiverdecker, Sandi 38,84,87 Shorten, Randee 6,l4,l5,24,54,56,73,98 Smith, Kenny Smith, Kim Smith, Laura Smith, Stacy l6,l7,56,78,79 1,29,32,78,99 52,54 4l,53,63 Smokorowski, Michelle 78 Snider, Kelly SOPHOMORES Spiess, DeWayne SPRING MUSICAL SPORTS Stack, Melissa Staley, Kristie Stanwix, Jeff Steffvns, Lisa Stitz, Cheryl Stockton, Denise Stone, Kristie Stone, Sonya Stovall, David Stovall, Shelly Strampe, Matt Strampe, Steve STUCO Sulzle, Allen elevision audiences rate as number one show Tache, Bryce Taylor Craig Taylor Kelly Taylor Kevin Taylor, Tim TENNIS Boys TENNIS, Girls THESPIANS Thoele, Sheila Thompson, Bill Thompson, Tracie Thrasher, Gerald Tiehn, Cindy Tipton, Cindy Tolman, Mike TRACK Traynor,Mark Tripp, DeWayne l3,2O,2l,24,25, 50,51,54,55 78,82 42,43 24,41,53,5a 28,5l,54,72 sa 32,56,79 14,35,63 63 3 33,53,S4,55 33,79 13,36,63 33,53,54 13,17,2a,36,5a 13,23,36,79,94 28.29 63 ll 54 54 32,63 54 17,63 22 8 45 63 54 63 63 38,39,56,63 79 54 24,25 43,46,53,56,63 63 anessa Williams, Miss America 1984 surrenders her title VanDeKerkhove, Laura 32'38'63'87 Vernon, David 23,32156v57 Vest, Vince 33,79,83,94 Vickers, Tracie Vielhauer, Pat 13L17v5b VOLLEYBALL 6.1 here's the Beef?n becomes a popular slogan Waitzmann, Diane 54,56 Walker, Nanette 53,54 Ward, Ricky 62,63 Warner, Dennis 58,63 Warner, Dwane 32,79 Webb, Lem 54 WEEKENDS 69 Weese, Steve 55 Weese, Tim 52,55,56,57 Weimar, Darrin lO,13,l8,24 Weller, Cindy 8,14,l5,55 West, Geoff 43,44,63 Wheeler, Teresa 79 Whirley, Kim 79,84,93 Whitmill, Jerri 79 WILDCAT STAFF 73 Wilde, Jeff 9,63 Williams, Rodney l3,21,24,36, 33,63 Wingo, Warren 56,63 WINTER SPORTS ROYALTY 18,19 Witham, Misha 24,55 WRESTLING 16,17 Wright, Melanie l9,29,52,63 7 Wright, Steve 13,24,36,52 5 oung audiences view MTV Yates, Kevin 24,55 Yockel, Jerry 55 Young, Tammy 6,38,39,59 63 7 Younger, Terry 63 ' Yvnsebure. Gayla 19,38,55,56 Dynastyn ola Budd sends Mary Decker to the ground during the 3,000 meters at the L.A. Games ' Zemites, Michelle 32,44,56,73,76,79 81 83 94 Zemites, Mike 9,30,3l,32,40,42,44 53 5 72 zook, Jamie 52,55 The rock group Free Fare poses for a picture after pertomin for the DHS students before leaving for thier next concert -f -' - g. 'Y ,.-.--fs-M-4-v-:ff-r-.1 .-..-,......,.q,.,-,.....,...-,,,..........-.....-.-. ...Q ,, ,, 81 83 87,96 83 9 m3,55,72,87 rtoming ILCCTY. Production Credits A WILDCAT Production Produced By: Lynette Broers John Paul Elder Margaret Freeman Laura Jamison Brian Klassmeyer Stephanie Lauer Babette Macy Kristen Montgall Geralyn Montgomery Barbara Rycken Suzy Sebanc Angela Shanahan Randee Shorten Jackie Smith Michelle Zemites .i..-,-.....-...i,........-,i..... -i..,i.,.- Colophon Typset: Palatino Headlines: 30 Point Body Copy: 10 Point Captions: 8 Point Press Run: 350 Copies Non Staff Photo Credits Jim Cook Russell Duer Kiki Hofstra Paula Maxey Julie Nicholas Special Credits Josten s American Yearbook Co Don Mathers Judy I-Iuffaker Michael I-lesser Kim Montgomery I a a o I s 0 0 0 I o Stephanie Harris and Trisha john- son advanced to state tennis . . . The fall production of Harvey was a hit . . . Sherleen Melendres was crowned homecoming queen, Kim Montgom- ery and Margaret Freeman were atten- dants The football team was de- feated by Aquinas at substate . . . D.H.S. became a 5a school Jour- nalism class captured first place at state . . . Babette Macy was chosen as Spring Hill queen candidate . . . Mike Haynes went to state cross country, placing first. '8 Leaves It's Mark Band and Choir once again ad- vanced to state . . . Students reacted to nine weeks tests Pat Vielhauer and Kenny Smith made their way to state wrestling . . . juniors were victo- rious over Seniors in the powder puff game Homecoming floats were abolished . . . Dawn Everson was crowned Queen of Winter Sports . . . jill Barron and Shirley Kurtz were at- tendants For the first time three king candidates were chosen: Darrin Weimer, Donald Johnson, and Jeff Morse Donald reigned as King Annum:--F11 f--r-A ' ' - rr - -f' I 1 M , M My MW,,,,,2,Wg ,,,, r, , , ,, f ,f 7 Mike Haynes outstrides his brother Matt in the mile run at the DeSoto Invitational Track Meet. Kansas State Representative presents Hi-Q awards to David Hall, Brian Bedford, and Geoff West, while Mr. During the Homecoming parade Rollin Lane drives the football players Rod Darst and Mrs. Reddy watch with proud smiles. Blackburn, Gene King, Brent Lister, jeff Koch, Don johnson, Tim Burnett, G A. Buie, and Alan Harris, through the streets of DeSoto in his hay covered, 4 wheel drive truck. S e The WaS tl emotio Campl tennis the S Hamil Mike Hayne. in trac: Tell li king a Howle Q c 1 gt . pf Junior girls coach, GA. Buie gives Terry Younger, Jayne Maxwell, Kerry Caldwell, Dawn Morse, and Melynda Messer strategy plays for a victorious win. the DeSoto we Wa, wards to hile Mr 165 Stephanie Lauer, Michelle Zemites, Ceralyn Montgomery and Michelle Rob erts captured first place at State journalism competition at KU. The Olathe Twin Drive-In was torn down with mixed emotions following Chris Campbell qualified for state tennis Oklahoma was the Spring music production Donald johnson, john Hamilton Rodney Williarns VH e Haynes and M tt Haynes earned state placement it tra k Qnly Time Will I brought us our first prom IV g and prom queen Michele 1 letr and Dickie Marx Michelle Zemites received the valedictorian honor . . . and fi- nally the graduation of our Senior class ended the year. There is so much to look back upon. A year of learning, laughing, crying, making friends and most importantly, memories They filled our minds of all that we endeav ored the past year and each one will always be close in our hearts and last a lifetime ff 4 Af ? 5 Prom Queen and King Michelle Howlett and Dickie Marx dance after being crowned so fal hc erj da fe: D. na SIZ SP Ha pl. va ni ar st rr ga al cr Ji te ki V5 N F1 2 E an ' D u 1 Bla: GA 4-w 156835 IOSTENS IOSTENS '-an--. -f A ..--...... -an-v I 1' vwqpayr-iawngpuiqrzr-1-.--.1-p - .-.. ... -.., .-