Des Moines Technical High School - Engineer Yearbook (Des Moines, IA)

Text from Pages 1 - 300 of the 1986 volume:

I A. I - It has been over forty years since Tech High, the first technical high school for Des Moines, was established. Since then Tech has continued to excel in vocational-education and student career opportunities. From the beginning, we. the students of Tech have traveled these hal s. We came with hopes and desires. Our dreams have not always come true, nor our wishes come through. Soon Tech will close. But Tech students who have graduated or those who have attended the school will never forget the building and its halls, its rooms, and its memories. Tech will remain even though the name has changed. We. the students of Tech, hope the public realizes the importance of continuing vocational education at Tech, now known as Central Campus. 1 2 The First Tech Des Moines Technical High School... The Development Of An Educational Idea Drafting done by Defense Training Workers at the Old West High School. A technical high school for Des Moines was estab¬ lished in 1942 in the building which was formerly known as West High School. It was an outgrowth of a program for training adults for employment in defense activities which the school system had been asked to provide. The late Roy C. Woolman, director of industrial education, took an active part in the organization of the technical high school. From 1942 until the end of World War II, the high school program and the training of adult workers for the industrial firms engaged in defense activi¬ ties were carried on side by side. Meanwhile the school had grown from an enrollment of less than 300 the first year to approximately 450. This latter enrollment was augmented by returning veterans seeking technical education. At times the number of veterans in training exceeded 250. 4 A Defense Training worker works on a piece for Aircraft Riveting and Framing at the Old West High School. The 40’s... Des Moines’ only Technicial high school ironically will once again become what it was in 1941-1943 — a “resource center.” Originally Tech was “West High School” where students attended part-time to learn a trade and then graduated from their neighborhood high school. As WW II wound down and the GI’s began to return, the city’s need for a full-time technicial high school became evident. Interest in vocational training, not only by the GI’s, but also by many students attending other high schools grew rapidly, which led to the beginning of today’s Tech. Tech’s beginning, like its ending, was met by student resistance. In 1944, without notice to students or faculty, the Des Moines School Board changed West High School’s name to “Tech.” Upset by the board’s decision, the students of 1944 set a precedent for Tech students of 1982 and staged a two-day walkout. Classes resumed after representatives of the school board and administration met with the students. As Tech grew in enrollment, so did “Tech Spirit” and the perserverance of its athletes, which was evidenced in 1946-1947 when Tech’s basketball team won the city conference. It did so despite the fact Tech didn’t have a gym in which to play or practice. Tech expanded rapidly in the 40’s and the success of Tech and its students may best be said in the words of its first principal, Mr. E.C. Betz —“When a country or a school is new, its citizens possess a pioneering spirit. They have courage to abandon worn-out traditions and boldly set up new practices. They are friendly and helpful. They will sacrifice time, effort, and money for the general good. They develop resourcefulness, because they frequently must improvise or forego. But they will move on! Tech still has that determined spirit of the pioneer. It is evident in the classes, in the assemblies, in the band, and on the athletic teams. May we never outgrow that spirit!” Today’s generation will become the new “pioneers” of Tech, soon to be called Central Campus. If they strive for excellence as did the generations before them. Tech Spirit will always live. Ray Fenton, Iowa District Court Judge Class of ‘47 6 Des ' Moine s Tribune t K.H MOINta. IOWA. MO.NDAY. MARCH CT. m«. ' tt. West High Gets Recognition u From North , Central Unit ' We«t Hijh trhool ui Dr4 Uoine haa brcn to full memberahip m the SorXh C � - tral AMociatioo of •chooie «� l I coUej es. Thomaa E CDurhp I man. president of the Ore Moinee boarii ef eduratM. announced Uoaday. Mlee •rINmJL to Itoi rU � ««nr «f I m .!.. I� «f tlw «-.� !• W (� • ' � «— •« • .« rM� Sfl 4 i •« •Wifcf. M � � t “ ' ’ •• tJ . ' . f ta MV k.«� M� . A ««v.n f � kImoI w m fkv .n4 III ..mil.v . � - « I Ml ' nn«l •nil UtroufllVMtt tk� ’ • euf e •r s ( %l«h M«fe ft mftmfm tmmm$ mi thm gmmmfi fntmi to MH r toga •rhM«| rtriffto. 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Oxygen-acetylene and arc welding class hard at work. 9 Vocational Radio Repair Drafting Machine Shop Typing Class Food Services students work in the cafeteria Aviation 10 Vocational Printing Machine Shop Auto Mechanics Welding Shop Orientation Drafting Veterans In the summer of 1945 the veterans of WWII started to return. The board of education and Superintendent Mc¬ Combs, realizing that many of these boys had never completed high school and that they might wish to do so, established a special high school department for them at Des Moines Technical School. When school began in September, five veterans enrolled. Their schooling began with one instructor in charge, teaching English and social studies only. At the present time, two hundred veterans are enrolled: the courses of study include eight semesters of mathematics, eight semesters of commercial subject s, eight semesters of English, and six semesters of social studies. These courses are supervised by four full-time instructors. Besides these courses, a student is entitled to enroll in any of the regular vocational courses at Tech or to enroll in any course offered by other high schools in the city. The department has now taken over the complete fourth floor at Des Moines Technical School. Front Row: Dana Krause, Darwin Weaver, Clarence Hawkinson, Edwin Hays, Wayne Bell, Thomas Frink. Second Row: Keith Mickesh, Vernon Shelton, Keith Eaton, Norman Hanson, Dick Anderson, John Gnapp. Third Row: Harold Carr, Henry Reese, Robert Sims, Melvin Nelson, Raleigh Dunston. Fourth Row: Delbert Mahaffey, Robert Rittel, James Hart, A. J. Allensworth, Lloyd Olson. Front Row: Robert Smith, Arthur Elifutz, Raymond Colson, Roy Haviland, Kenneth Davis, Eston Stephens, Forrest Thomas. Second Row: Robert Evans, J. L. Miller, Alva Petty, James Campbell, Edwin Barclay, John Decker, Karl Ledit. Third Row: Bill State, Nick Juliana, Norman Bray, Robert Dunley, Max Williams, Mark Sloan, Carl Crukavich. Fourth Row: Robert Cooper, Walter Campbell, James Clifford, Gerald Smith, Warren Daniels, Willis Piper, Jr. 12 THGINOT YTR AP DR A WKC AB Vol. 4 DES MOINES TECHNICAL SCHOOL, DES MOINES. IOWA, October 10, 1947 No. 1 Student Council On The Ball— Everything concerning the Tech Council has gone accord¬ ing to schedule this year. New officers were elected Tuesday, September 30. Tuesday, October 6, President, Joann Patterson; Vice-President, Dick Tucker; Sec¬ retary, Ann Spicer; and Sergeant- at-Arms, Arvid Bloomburg start¬ ed the ball rolling. Under such capable leadership, the Tech Stu¬ dent Council is certain to have a successful year. The first meeting this semes¬ ter was held September 15. The following Tuesday officers were nominated at the council meet¬ ing. These candidates were in¬ troduced to the student body in the following assembly, and made notable speeches in behalf of their platforms The students held home room elections Monday, September 29. The council mem¬ bers then voted as their home rooms had instructed them in the election on Tuesday, September 30. How about a big hand for our new Student Council Officers? Let’s support them one hundred per cent! Periodicals in our Library Tech’s library has grown in the last two years. We are getting many popular new books and magazines. This fall we have sub¬ scribed to five new magazines, “Coronet,” “Calling All Girls,” “Scholastic,” “Science Illustrat d.” and “Science News Letter.” We hope that all of you will take ad¬ vantage of these magazines. Of course we still have the old “Standbys” such as “ A 1 a n t i c Mo.athly,” “Better Homes and Gardens” “Life,” and many other popular magazines. Open Press Conference Mr. Bunting, President of the National Association of Manu¬ facturers. granted an open press conference at the Fort Des Moines Hotel, Tuesday, September 16. Mr. Bunting was in Des Moines to speak at a joint luncheon of the Iowa Manufacturers Association, and the Des Moines Chamber of Commerce, and to attend an In- dustr.al Conference being held by the two organizations. The important problems he commented on were production, European difficulties, different taxes, and labor laws. The various presses in attend¬ ance were the United Press, Asso¬ ciated Press, Iowa Daily News, Register and Tribune, Internation¬ al News Service, Roosevelt Press, Lincoln Press, and a representa¬ tive from WHO. Arvid Bloomburg and Merlin Folkers were the reporters who represented the Technician. School Opens With Record Enrollment OOF! TECH Display Window Depicts Football Season As the r first Sep’ember window the commercial art class selected football for their theme. It is com¬ posed of pressed glass figures mounted on glass, and a large bill board, with three attractive Indians made of wall board. A flashy goal post in the foreground. To add color to the window, a new revolving color light has been installed. Memory Expert Visits Tech On October 6, Mr., Cramlet Head of the Adult Education De¬ partment, introduced before an assembly, Mr. Robert Nutt, a memory specialist. Mr. Nutt is conducting a course in memory training in Des Moines Sympathy Our deepest sympathy goes to Mrs. Langworthy and her family during their bereavement follow¬ ing Mr. Langworthy’s death. —Technician Staff For the first time as part of a Technical School, our ancient and- itorium was filled to capacity September 2nd as Tech opened its doors for the younger generat¬ ion. Our enrollment this term has jumped from a meager handfull of skeptical students, when the school first opened, to an all time high of 727, which includes both Home Service and G. I. classes. The boys more than double the girls in number-496 boys and 231 girls. The lOB’s take the record as far as the biggest class is con¬ cerned; their sum is 216. As the lingering scent of sum¬ mer freedom faded through the confusion, the thought of home¬ work and football games became prominent in the minds of the teen-agers mingling through the lalls. Seeing new teachers, greeting )ld fr iends, making new ones, omparing summer vacations, and iilirig out program card ?, ip the biggest share of that open- ng half-day of school. The run of five minute classes ;ave students an idea of the Schedules they were to carry. A bought of “how convenient it vould be if the periods would re- nain that short throughout the ;emester” came to each eager )eaver, too. Not only the worries of the stu- lents and instructors began, but he streetcar conductors’ burdens loubled. With jammed coin box ind bulging cab. the cars rurn- )led down Center Street hill, •rammed with kids contemplating vhat the coming days of school i Mixer September 26 et’s get acquainted” was the of the lOB party held Fri- night, September 26, and 5 just what the lOB s were j with games, ping pong, es, and dancing. e program was quite a suc- with a very good display of t and with Tommy Timmons laster of ceremonies. Nancy ht and Margaret Fetty sang et, and another was made up irol Dunaway and Delia Ruti. same four also made up a tet. Try Torrence soloed with a iy on the piano, and then a with David Harrison. Delores la and Arlene Dennis sang with David Harrison and la Hazen, accompanists for he entertainers. 13 Fully Accredited High School IHt TtCH For Tech I Will Vol. I DES MOINES TECHNICAL SCHOOL, DES MOINES, IOWA, DECEMBER 8, 1944 No. 1 Two Boys, Two Girls COUNCIL STUDIES STUDENT AFFAIRS Tech Adds New Serve as 12A Officers Governing Body Organizes Committees Departments; Equipment With this year ' s graduating class totaling but thirty students, the sen lors elected two boys and two girls to direct their affairs during their las: semester. President Gerry Young, who was one of Tech’s matmen last year, has changed sports and gone out for basket¬ ball. Ralph Schrekengost, vice-president, a studious boy, is liked by all who know him. A former East Higher, Ralph has been at Des Moines Tech for two semesters. Two attractive and likea ' ole girls, Al¬ ice Friar and Rosella Warner are the feminine executives, serving as sec¬ retary and treasurer, respectively. Alice likes to go to football and basketball games and is full of Tech spirit. This is evidenced by her elec¬ tion to the presidency of the girls Pep Club. Rosella—“Rosy to her friends—is the girl that you see walking around Tech ' s halls with Alice. She is one of the many senior girls who are work¬ ing downtown on the cooperative schedule. Looking forward to the 12A ' s ac¬ tivities this year, it seems as though they will have to keep stepping so that they can keep up with ‘the.r schedule. Their main activities ar the Senior Banquet. January 5. Baccalaureate January 21. Class Assembly, January 23. and Graduation Exercises, Janu¬ ary 25. In the words of their sponsor, Mr Byron Mann, “They are a swell group of seniors, and I am sure that they will leave the halls of gold and blue with the same honor and respect as have our seniors of the past Tech Students To Prepare Overseas Boxes To make their contribution toward restoration of happiness among boys and girls in liberated countries, Des Moines Tech students will pack boxes of school supplies, toilet articles, and small personal gifts to be sent over¬ seas. Prepared as a Junior Red Cross service, these gift boxes are intended to help the oppressed children of war torn areas as they start to build a world free from dictatorship. Bar¬ red from the boxes are books and printed materials of any kind. Red Cross is a sub-committee of the service club under the direction of the student council. Lloyd Dove, presi¬ dent of the student council, was one of two high school representatives from Des Moines who attended the national Junior Red Cross conference held in Minnesota last summer. His experiences and training have been helpful in building enthusiasm for the work of Junior Red Cross at Des Moines Tech. Dove Serves If you should bolt into the Club Room at 8:15 any Tuesday morning, you might hear Lloyd Dove calling for a motion and counting ihe vote. He is engaged in the very serious busines. of presiding at one of the regular Tues¬ day morning Student Council meetings. So far this year, the Council has been busy organizing committees and discussing problems pertaining t . student welfare. One of the issues at hand is provision for student recrca lion. There is a committee in charge of this with Bob Meeker acting as chairman. The Council has also been working on the revision of their con¬ stitution. Student Council is Des Moine Tech ' s student governing body, having representation from each home room within the school. The executive com¬ mittee. Lloyd Dove (llB), president. Richard Brightwell (12B). vice presi¬ dent. Phyllis Heldt (lOB), secretary, and Bob Zook (llB), treasurer, meet. each Monday morning with the fac ulty sponsor. Mr. Nighswonger. to or¬ ganize Tuesday ' s Council meeting. Members for the s� veral committees arc Students Train For Christmas Employment I Once again students arc completing pre-Christmas employment claKscs un¬ der the direction of Mrs. Hartley room 312. Similar classes arc being conducted in all high schools in the city through the cooperation of the salesmanship teachers and the local merchants. Students fini.shing the course will be eligible for work in downtown stores. Their work started during the Thanksgiving vacation and continues on succeeding Saturdays. From De cember 15 through the holidays, il their grade-averages are above a three, these students will be permitted to W( rk full time for local merchants. Miss Albert. Assistant Director of Distributive Education for the state of Iowa, spoke twice to the group of trainees. Representing Younkers in the preparatory classes was Miss Nickols. Manager • of Woolworth ' s, Mr. Bu¬ reau, was in charge of one session and a former Des Moines Tech teacher. Mr. J. R. Anderson, now an agent for , the State Farm Mutual Insurance I Company, led the last meeting. • The first meetings were devoted to what the employer expects of the em¬ ployee: dress, attitude, personality, and understanding the management of the store. The remaining classes were devoted to selling, store service, and the achievement of the goals set by the store. as President chosen first from the Council and then from volunteers. Any student at De.s Moines Tech may volunteer to rerve on a committee. The eighteen Coun¬ cil members make up four large com mittees at present. The Social Committee, spon.sored by Miss Wiiodford, is divided into sev eral sub-committees which plan a 1 school parties and athletic banquet.s and help new students get acquainted with their school and fellow students. The Assembly Commi:tce, sponsored by Mr. Anderson, branches into small er committees charged with planning pep assemblies, talent assemblies, and special day observances. The Service Club Committee is d - vided into different groups also. These groups take care of all service projects such as bond drives, ' bundle drives, community chest, and Red Cross. Th’s committee is sponsored by Mrs. Hart¬ ley. The Stage Committee, directed by Miss Brewer and Mr. McGuire is in charge of scenery and decorations for assemblies and other special events held in the auditorium. Eleven New Teachers At Des Moines Tech Eleven new teachers have joined the faculty at Des Moines Tech this year. They come from schools in every di¬ rection. From schools within the city we have six instructors. Miss McEn- iry was at East thirteen years and Miss Smith was there five years. Both teachers have English classes. Miss Smith is also in charge of the library and hopes many students will take ad vantage of the reading materials avail able. From Lincoln High comes Des Moines Tech’s physical director. Coach Harold Johnson, who was there for seven years. He likes our school very much. Also from Lincoln is Mr. F. O. Johnson, who teaches elementary bookkeeping and mathematics. He is coordinator of the distributive educa- , tion program for adults, too. Mr. Bishop, welding instructor, has been a welder since he was fourteen. He was previously an instructor in this build¬ ing for the adult war training school, but this year he has high school j classes. Directing the art department is Miss Brewer who taught at Roose¬ velt last year. She is co-sponsor of the stage committee and promises that her department will try to improve stage settings for coming assembly pro- I grams. Formerly on the faculty at I Drake University, Mr. Kacena is now I teaching physics, aerodynamics, ap- ' plied science, and related aviation. ! _ Continued on Page 3 Ambitious young men and women in ever-increasing numbers attending Des Moines Technical High with a view to attaining success in their re¬ spective fields, have caused the neces¬ sity for many new additions and im¬ provements. One of Des Moines Tech ' s new ad¬ ditions is the commercial art depart¬ ment which is being installed on the third floor. The commercial art course is offered to Des Moines Tech students as a vocational, two and one-half year course. The students who take this subject will have the opportunity to learn commercial illustrating, lettering, sign painting, window trimming, ad¬ vertising layouts, show-card writing, and production advertising. More specific courses offered in commercial art arc lighting and coloring, photog raphy in advertising, and three-di mensional designing. Being constructed is a large show- window in the hall in front of the art room where the students will be able to practice window decoration. This will enable them to learn by do¬ ing. All the equipment to be installed is new, including the furniture which was designed and made in the Des Moines Public School furniture work¬ shops. New fluorescent lighting will replace the old lighting system. When this studio is completed, about the end of the present semester, Des Moines Tech will have the finest com¬ mercial art facilities in the mid-west. The commercial art department is not the only new addition Tech is having this year. Now nearing com¬ pletion is the new science laboratory. Contiuued on Page 4 Carlson Named Queen Winifred Carlson, prominent 12B -student, will reign as queen over Des Moines Tech ' s basketball season. De¬ cember 8 is the date set for the corona¬ tion ceremonies. The crowning will be a feature of the student-sponsored all school party scheduled for 8:00 p.m. Friday. There will be dancing for stu¬ dents and friends. Those not sure of their dance steps will have an oppor¬ tunity to learn from 7:30 to 8:00. Soft drinks and candy will be found at a refreshment bar. The social committee with Bob Meeker, chairman, is taking the respon¬ sibility for sponsoring this student dance. A boy and a girl from each grade are on the committee. It is pro¬ posed that these student dances be held every Friday night when no basket- ' ball game is scheduled. Instead of hav- I ing the teachers come to chaperon, the I committee is inviting parents. Oh yes! I a teacher or two will be on hand to ' “open the doors and lock them. 14 Fully Accredited High School For Tech I Will Vol. 2 DES MOINES TECHNICAL SCHOOL, DES MOINES, IOWA, MARCH 15, 1946 No. 6 Arrasmith, Barlow In National Contest Trying for art scholarships, Gladys Arrasmith and Don Bar- low, commercial art majors, each entered 20 plates of work repre¬ senting nine mediums in the current National Scholastic Art Contest. Their folders were sub¬ mitted in the Iowa Regional Scholastic Art Contest but will be judged only in national competition at Pittsburg. Other students entering three or more plates each in the Iowa contest were Jack Jordan, Bob Barkley, Roy Stanfield, Wynnie Johnson, Joan Wiseman, Lena Melton, and Fred Weinman. Mrs. Bernice V. Setzer. direct¬ or of art in Des Moines public schools, is state chairman for Scholastic and Miss Marie Brew¬ er, commercial art teacher at Tech, is a member of the active committee. The state contest was sponsor¬ ed by Younkers where a two- week exhibit of state-wide en¬ tries is now in progress. To qualify for scholarship competition, Gladys and Don were required to write a 300- w ' ord letter on “why I have selected art as a career.” They also had to submit transcripts of their high school credits, letters of recommendation from P. G. Frasier, principal, and from Miss Brewer. Letters were also requir¬ ed from someone under whom they had worked and from their parents. Miss Brewer submitted personality sheets for each. Pallas Represents Tech at Forum Charles Pallas, IIB radio stu¬ dent, is Tech’s representative to a youth conference held every other Tuesday night at the city library. The organization is a part of the National Association of Christians and Jews. Social and economic problems are discussed at the meetings. Occasionally, the conference sends members out to the various schools to present and discuss current problems which will help bring about a closer under¬ standing among the different re¬ ligious groups. All high schools are invited to participate in this project which is under the direction of Mr. Frank Hildreth, English instructor at Roosevelt High School. Tech Participates In B.B.C. Tryouts Lawrence Jersild, Ian Reid, Lloyd Dove and Don Dein were selected as contestants and alter¬ nates to represent Tech in the preliminary contest for the In¬ ternational Youth Organization radio broadcast. By special hookup, winners in the city competition will join two British youth in London in discussing the topic, ‘‘What could a good international youth organization do?” This broadcast will origin¬ ate in the Roosevelt auditorium from 2:30 to 3:00 P. M., April 9 As we go to press, the two Des Moines speakers have not been named. Each of the five Des Moines senior high schools selected two students who participated in four junior town meetings Wednesday and Thursday of this week. Russ Van Dyke of KRNT served as moderator. Judges included Lor¬ raine Watters (chairman), Alice Myers, Forrest Spaulding, George Cremeens, and Superin¬ tendent N. D. McCombs. Sponsoring the project are the British Broadcasting Company, radio station KRNT, the Junior Town Meeting League and the Des Moines Public Schools. Senior Class Elects Huffman, Hooton Hejkal Resigns; Leaves For Tennessee Mr. Otto Hejkal, instructor of orientation shop. Diesel related and math classes, is heading Tech students for the last time today. Mr. Hejkal, who has taught here since September, has ac¬ cepted a position as teacher of industrial arts at Memphis State Teachers’ College in Tennessee He will assume his position there next Monday. Council Names Fleck To Top Student Post President Mary Fleck, llA stenographic student from home room 154, is directing affairs of the student council this semester following an election March 5. Jack Courtney, vi:e president and Fayrene Woodford, secret¬ ary, are the supporting officers. Seniors elected Leonard Huff¬ man, president; Cour t Hooton, vice president; Ruth McMurray, secretary and Marilyn Hurless, treasurer, in an election Feb¬ ruary 27. Also chosen were How¬ ard Rogers, Jack Jordan and Doyle Jenkins as board members. The senior board has planned the calendar and appointed com¬ mittees, However members will continue to meet each Monday morning to supervise arrange¬ ments for forthcoming events. The executive board works under the direction of Miss Woodford. First event on the senior cal¬ endar is a mixer for seniors only, March 29. The committee, under the chairmanship of Court Hoot¬ on, has planned a kiddies ' party. Prizes will be awarded for the most cleverly dressed boy and girl. Students on the committee in¬ clude David Crowder, Larry Fridlington, Doyle Jenkins, Inez Martin, Ruth McMurray.Barbara Sansom, Bob Smith, Madeline Scott, and Fred Snider. The chap¬ erons are Miss McCulloch, and Mr. and Mrs. Nighswonger. Six members of the advanced journalism class work on making up pages for the Technician. From left to right: Jack Eberhart, editor, Bill Moore, Bob Smith, Luis Bloise, Fred Snider, and Bob Hoskins. As is customary .sponsors for the senior class are the 12A ho.re room teachers. Serving this semester are Mrs. Bohlman, Mr. Olthoff. and Mr. F. O. Johnson. Eleven Men Letter In Winter Sports Eleven men are to be awarded D-Tech letters for winter sports, according to an announce.nent made by Coach Harold Johnso.i last w ' eek. Seven letters are for basketball and four for wrest¬ ling. Lettering in basketball are Lloyd Dove, Ray Fenton, Elwin Ellston, Dick Peterson, Leonard Huffman. Everett Cochrane and Dick Brooks. Peterson and Huff¬ man are the only graduating seniors in this group. Charles Lampman, Bill Swan¬ son, Don Ellingston and Willis Beem are slated for wrestling letters. It is expected that letters will be awarded at an assembly in the near future. More Sports — Pa e 3 15 Vol. 3 No. 1 TH T C DKS MOINKS TECHNICAL SCHOOL, OES MOINES, IOWA. November 4, 1946 TECH’S JANUARY hailto GRADS ELECT OFFICERS OUR new chief COUNCIL ELECTS F ALL OFFICERS The Student Council elected the following’ officers for the pre¬ sent semester Tuesday morning October 8: John Hicks, President; Greg Rice, Vice President; Ann Spicer, Secretary: and Ed Irving, Sergeant at Arms. For the first time in Tech’s history council members were elected by the whole student body. Elections were carried on in home room Monday, October 7. The home room representative then cast his ballot for the per¬ sons his home room voted for. Candidates gave campaign speeches on Friday morning before the election in a short but well conducted assembly by Mr. Nighswonger, sponsor of the council. Council Members from each home room are; Dick Brose 119 Merwin Fillnian 152 Betty Lou Roberts 153 Elwin Ellston 154 Jack Courtney 211 Marie Rondeau 219 Fred Shafer 221 Colleen Nichols 222 Greg Rice 239 Don Davis 300 Kathryn White 311 Theresa Andrews 312 Luella Becker 315 Harold Liuck 316 Ann .Spicer 320 John Hicks 322 Ed Hicks Irving 331 Diana Clark 334 Christine Hart 336-a Emmalou Johnson 336-b Marilyn McNamar 334 Eugene Scheffer 151 Tech Stenographers Hear New York Speaker Miss Jean Zook, Representa¬ tive of Thomas Shorthand for Prentice-Hall Publishing Co., addressed the Stenographic co¬ ops on October 15. She spoke to the group on Thomas Shorthand, a method which was originaed about ten years ago and has been adopted in many schools throughout the country. It is considered less complicated than other methods. Your Next Technician November 27 Des Moines Tech’s senior class held its first official senior meet¬ ing. The main theme of the meet¬ ing was the election of class officers. The returns showed the class desired the following stu¬ dents to be designated as officers: Bob Aduddell, President: Betty Parr. Vice President: Bonnie Hutchins, Secretary - Bob Sauer- man.Treasurer. An executive meeting was call¬ ed for Tuesday morning at eight o’clock. As yet most of the plans for senior activities are just in a tentative state, but you can ex¬ pect sensational news from now on. A semi-formal dance, a ban¬ quet, an informal party, either in late November or early De¬ cember are forthcoming. Tech Girl Victim of Motorcycle Mishap Anna Mae Paskin, lOB, was fatally injured in a motorcycle accident Wednesday night, Oct¬ ober 16. She was injured when she was thrown from the motor¬ cycle on which she was riding with John Conroy after the ve¬ hicle struck a curb at the en¬ trance to the Des Moines ord¬ inance plant at 10:20 P.M. The Technician staff extends sincere sympathy to Anna Mae’s family. Although she had been in school only a short time, she will be missed by all who knew her. Action Ahead! November 1 Sadie Hawkins All- School Mixer November 7-8 Iowa State Educa¬ tion November 11 Armistice Day November 15 Football Banquet and Dance November 19 Open Party November 22 Senior Party Art Students Honored Shirley Swisher, Senior and Commercial art student, won second place and a cash award of $1.75 in the 1946 Iowa Poppy Poster Contest. Good work, Shirley! The Art department has the privilege of decorating the Fort Des Moines ballroom for the State P. T. A. convention which will be in session October SC¬ SI and November 1. In conclusion to the twenty- seven isketches completed last year for a history book com¬ memorating Iowa’s Centennel Fred Weinman has been asked to design the cover of this book¬ let. The work is being produced by the public schools and will be used in social study classes throughout the state. Mr. Betz Among the new arrivals when Tech’s doors were swung open September 2 was Mr. E. C. Betz, our new principal, who hails from Amos Hiatt Junior High where he was principal. Mr. Betz also held positions at Washington Irving and Lin¬ coln. He has attended Des Mo¬ ines University and Northwest¬ ern University, where he earn¬ ed his masters degree. Chief Betz has already en¬ deared himself to the boys and girls at Tech. A hearly wel¬ come to you, Mr. Betz, from your new students at Tech. ATTENTION CITIZENS! The history classes at Tech are sponsoring a mock election cor¬ responding exactly to the election of State Officials. Registration took place in the main hall and in room 119 from 8:15 A.M. to 8:45 A.M. Tuesday, October 25. On November 4. there will be an assembly, with political speeches from the various stu¬ dent “candidates.” The regular voting will take place in the aud¬ itorium on November 5. The “results” of the election will be found in the next issue of The Technician. Welcome To 10B s Hi strangers!!! Our welcome mats await your eager tread. Orchids to you on the success of your party and variety show. Hope all of you had oodles of fun, and we hear you did. Remember now, you are the guys and gals who’ll be the “big shots” around here in a couple of years, so start out now to make it a school you’ll be proud of. Get in on the ground floor and join all activities you can to add to Tech’s glory and yours. Mrs. Langworthy Named Girls’ Adviser Our new girl’s adviser, Mir¬ iam B. Langworthy, comes to us from Washington Irving Junior High where she held the same position for ten years. Previous to this she had been 9th grade Community Life Pro- hlems Teacher and sponsor of the student council in the same school. Mrs. Langworthy received her bachelors degree from Iowa State College at Cedar Falls and her masters degree in Evan¬ ston, Illinois from Northwest¬ ern University. In her opinion, Des Moines Tech is one of the most needed schools and offers the best op¬ portunity of any high school in the city. We sincerely hope she is as happy to be here as we are to have her. To A Returning “Veteran” Returning to the high school staff after serving on the fourth floor in the G. I. department, Mr. R. M. Anderson, better known as Andy. He is now serv¬ ing as our vice-principal, and we’re “mighty” glad to have him in that office. Welcome back, Andy! Seven New Teachers On Tech’s Faculty The opening of the new se¬ mester introduced the follow¬ ing new faculty members to Tech: Mrs. Chris Knutson, Englisr and journalism: Miss Lillian Williams English; Mr. Eino Tuomi, hisftpry; Miss Helen Swanson, bookeeping and t.yp- ing; Mrs. Lory, home service: Mrs. Hardy, home service; Mr. Andreason, radio. JUNIOR TOWN MEETING BROADCAST On October H, 1946, a special events broadcast was carried on in the auditorium of Des Moines Technical High School. KRNT announcers who recorded the Junior Town Meeting of the Air were Russ VanDyke and Charles McCuen. The question discussed was, “Is the worker better off today than before the war?” The four speakers, who did a grand job, were Mary Way, Wanda Putz, Dick Galpin, and John Hinton. Their sponsor was Mrs. Edna Bohlman of the history department. Student participation made the open forum following the speeches an interesting feature of the program which was re¬ broadcast Thursday night, October 13. CocbOKiai) Vol. 3 DES xMOINES TECHNICAL SCHOOL, DES MOINES, IOWA, June 4, 1947 No. 8 stu dents Manage Tcch Graduation Scheduled For June 5 Citj ' Business and Government Saturday, May 17, the cream of the crop from Des Moines high schools invaded the stores, firms, offices, and civic positions in the city. This was the fifteenth an¬ nual high school day for Des Moines. The day is set aside each year by the Retail Merchants Bureau and the Chamber of Com¬ merce. To open the affair a luncheon was held at the Savery Hotel at noon Wednesday, May 14. All stu¬ dents and teachers, plus various business men and women, and a number of city officials attended. Students participating in the e- vent were given two days prein¬ struction on store procedure and other necessary information. Ap- roximately 220 students took part in the annual occasion. Besides benefiting from the experiences and gaining a sense of impor¬ tance, the students received pay of five dollars or more. All wore ribbons bearing the name of their high school and “High School Day’’ inscribed on them. They were also given certificates for participating. Tech was represented in all High School day by twenty-seven students chosen from the history, retailing, journalism and art de¬ partments. The students were: George Rose, Chief of Police; Ray Fenton, City Clerk; Jack Patterson, Streets Commissioner; and Roy Johnson, City Assessor. Others who took part were Rachel Angrove, Inza Cruik- shank, Anna Marie Cunningham, Dorothy Erb, Joan Evans, Doris Johnson, Dick Landers, Dorothy Perdue, Jo Anne McNeley, Mary Newman, Colleen Nichols, Claud- ine Peifer, Mary Phillips, Walter Reynolds, Jerry Scott, Alberta Simpson, Beverly Stump, and Elizabeth Teachnor. Senior Prom Success Girls in frilly formals and fancy flowers with an elegant escort on their arm made up the scene Friday night. May 2, as Tech High swung into the Annual Tech High Senior Prom. ’Neath a gold and blue canopy the couples danced as the old auditorium was transformed into a place of memories. Music was attributed to Bob Fritz’s eleven piece orchestra, and later in the evening punch was served. As proms come and go, and according to the ’47 Seniors, this was the most successful prom Tech has ever had. Surely the spotlight was on Tech that event¬ ful evening just as much as it was on the huge rotating silver star in the center of the room. A. D. Steffenson Sp eaks at Baccaureate AdTets Lniors Stanfield and Weinman Contribute to Warrior We w ' ish to take this opportun¬ ity to acknowledge and thank the the Commercial Art students of Tech for their fine work in the year book, the “Warrior.’’ A combination of ideas were submitted by various students, but the bulk of the work was done by Roy Stanfield and Fred Weinman. Roy was responsible for the excellent lettering you will see, while Fred did the actual illustrating. Much favorable comment has already been made by outside per¬ sonnel who worked on the book, and after publication we are sure many more words of praise will be received. Marilyn Bowman Wins Scholastic Award Word was received Monday, May 12, that Marilyn Bowman had placed third in National Scholastic Art Award. Marilyn placed in General De¬ sign-Group HI by designing a silk necktie material with colors of brown, tan and blue green. A ten dollar check accompanied this placement. Congratulations, Marilyn. Theater Dinner- Theme of Senior Banquet Amid a theatrical atmosphere, Ray Fenton presided over the traditional senior banquet Tues¬ day, June 3, in Younkers’ Tea¬ room. Mr. Betz and Miss Wheeler gave short speeches. A clarinet solo was rendered by Don Dory, a radio major, with Mr. Crisman as accompaniest. The class pro¬ phecy was revealed by Dorothy Perdue, a blond from home room 322, who also wrote the manu¬ script. Although Howard Fuger, who will graduate in August, wrote the class will, Roy Stanfield acted as class lawyer. Decorations, as usual, were made by the Commercial Art stu¬ dents. Centerpieces consisted of gold and white “Oscars,” film, and foliage. The dessert sticks also carried the theater-dinner theme by featuring miniature masks with ribbons on colored toothpicks. The menus doubled as name cards. m A. D. Steffenson The traditional baccalaureate exercise for Seniors were held in the Technical School auditorium Sunday afternoon, June 1, with Mr. E. C. Betz presiding. The Seniors marched into the audi¬ torium in caps and gowns to the strains of “March of Progress,” played by Ulricha and J. Durwood Chrisman. Rev. A. D. Steffenson, pastor of the Gatchel Memorial Meth¬ odist Church, delivered the invo¬ cation and sermon. His text was “Securing Tomorrow.” After leaving Simpson College, where he earned his B. A. degree. Rev. Steffenson attended the Theological Seminary at North¬ western, where he received his Masters degree. Before coming to Des Moines this year. Rev. Steffenson had pastorates at Colo and Bedford, Iowa. The three years between Bedford and Des Moines were spent in the United States Navy as a Chaplain. Part of the three years he was stationed in the South Pacific Area. Music was supplied by a trio, consisting of Kathryn White, Marilyn Rutz, and Pat Landess. Their selections were, “God Ever Glorious” and “Prayer.” Coming Attractions June 1_Baccalaureate June 3_Senior Banquet June 4_Class Day June 5_Graduation June 6_Schools Close Dr. Devine Much worried and happy antic¬ ipation has preceded the hour of 8 o’clock P.M. Thursday, June 5, which has been set as the time of the Seniors’ commencemen;t exercises. Following the proces¬ sional, Mr. Betz will introduce Reverend William A. Knight who will deliver the invocation. Fol¬ lowing this there will be a violin solo, “Adoration”, by Borowski. The address of the evening will be given by Dr. Bennie H. Devine, an Ostopathic Physician. The sub¬ ject of his speech is “Formula for Living.” The Formula he exponds is Ability plus Opportunity equals Responsibility. Dr. Devine at¬ tended Drake and the Univer¬ sity of Colorado, and obtained the degree of Osteopathy and one in Major Surgery. He went to work as an interne in Oklahoma and later here at Still College. Dr. Devine has been a doctor in Des Moines for twelve years, and has been head of North’s Hi-Y Club for that long. He has also given free medical care to all athletes, and has supported ath¬ letics in all the city schools. After the address has been given, Mr. Buell M. Lindgren, a member of the school board, will present the seniors with their diplomas. Restaurant Posters The Commercial Art Seniors have made photomontage posters for the Des Moines Restaurant Association. The theme is that of cleaniness and comfort. They’ll be used at the convention on the 10th and 11th of June, in Hotel Fort Des Moines. THt TfCHOICIIlO Vol. 3 DES MOINES TECHNICAL SCHOOL, DES MOINES. IOWA. May 2.1947 No. 7 ATTEND “BUTTONS AND BOWS” PARTY I Although my car is pretty old It always starts in weather hot or cold; Speed is not the thing for us. But it’s still better than riding a bus. Its wheels are painted a bright sreen. Its hubs and spokes sparkle and gleam. The body is as shinv as a star. Believe it or not, Utat’s my car. The motor is a model A, We hope it ' s here to stay; The body is not much to see. Cause it ' s only a model T. Parting Is Such Sweet Sorrow The Wreck You work, and slave, and scrape, and save. Pennies and dimes and nickles you crave. A dollar down and a quarter next week, You hunt around and vainly seek. Money stays hidden out of your sight. While you work away into the night. And finally you get it all into a pile. And off to school, you lug it in style. Onto the desk you pile the dough. Three whole dollars worth to show It ' s for your basketball ticket. Son now your’re a wreck. Buying a season ticket for Tech! TitHToWWOVf TOMAHAVK Poetic Genius Here I sit Pen in hand. Trying to write, But darned if I can. I’ve no inspiration My mind is a blank. The paper is loo— fOn that you can bank) Well, maybe some day My thoughts will connect And I ' ll get something written I will by Heck! But ' tU I do I must admit I won’t get a grade if I just sit. THE LUNCH LINE V I Why We Like--- Frances Wallers-Those snappy clothes she tailors. Mrs. Hartley-Her generous con¬ tribution to canned food collections. Tom Dunn-His self confidence. Darrell Norem-His sunburnt contplexion. Don Bfarlow-That ear-to-ear smile. F.laine Tompores-Her flashy retl coat. Drusilla Newlon-Always has lime to slop and say “hello . CreK Rice-Black curly hair with dark brown eyes. I.loyd Dove-His honest effort to gel In the lop. Donald Coy-His overalls and ski sweaters. Dick Pelerson-His skill on the haskelhall floor. Al RIoise-Those black diamond eyes. Norma Wartl-Those pretty shoeslrinus. Curtis |ackson-His jivinji in home room. “JAIL BIRD” . SPRING FEVER All SrhtMtl Mixer ' I ' lif firol all-««’hiMil parljr uf thi« M-mmlff will hi liinishi al Tt.lO, In ihr ikcmr Ilf Ihilliinii amt Ihiwx Dam ins III Arn 1.111111 1 I ' h liaiiil amt a flmir ohnw will III ihi hish lishi iif ihi i � i nin||. (iami amt ri‘fri hnii i«l atwi will hr a ailahh . 18 [)ES MOINES TECHNICAL SCHOOL. DKS MOINES. IOWA. DECEMBER 14. 194. ' CAN PUT TmE OUN AWAV, SON — YOU LA8NED Hl H re come Chri tma� rushing headlong right at us Even the air is alive with that excitement the Great Day alone can create. Can you think of anything that’s more fun than Christmas shopping ' Is yours all a thing of the past, or do you still have a few of those last minute gifts? Any good perfume would be a wel¬ come gift to the girl and women on your list There are silk scarfs, set of scatter pins, tsome are perfume pins), and of course there ' s that cer¬ tain record or album someone has been wanting Something for the boys, including your dad. brother and beau. Sport shirts and sweaters are always a good bet. how about one of these colorful corduroys? Something he probably wouldn ' t buy for himself, but no doubt would like, are cuff¬ links. and again don ' t forget thi e records and albums IVon’t forget the thank-you note . It may seem like a lot of trouble, but if you keep your note short and simple you can breeze through the essential job saying thank-you via mail in no time at all ChriHtmas Cheer Again the Yuletide season is here! No doubt you are very busy, planning various ways of malting gifts for someone and also thrilled with the expectancy of receiving some. Merry Christmas These are some things to think about as you prepare you gifts. It isn ' t how large or how costly the gift may be. but the love and joy that has gone into selecting it. The pleasure that the person will have in receiv¬ ing It will pay vou ten fold for the extra trouble you take to add another little decoration on the package. None of us is too poor to give a gift. You don ' t have to buy a cheery smile or a bright Good Morning if your heart is in it. What is any nicer to receive than a ‘ Merry Christmas when it is expressed in the right tone of voice? So put your heart into making Christmas happy for someone and you ill surely enjoy your own. happy for someor H will surely enjov yo and Happy New Year PEACE. (;(K)I) WILL No Matter How You Say It Christmas will mmui bt here. Colehratod thnwighaul America. t ' Hcbrated a never before in our lifetime. Kimt this is the year of victory. Reverently we will give thanks For the glory so dearly brought Ciratefunv our carols we ' ll raise to reach those Who have not yet rejoined us Silently and prayerfully We will remember those Who will never return. We—here at home Safe in the land we love. Pres« rved from the ravages of Know that this year we have cause To keep the Great Day sacred. We return once more To old ways and old customs. To the family gathering Round the festive board To the bounty that is ours As harvest days are over. Agiiin the Christmas tree will Glisten, The yule log blaze. And the presents be made ready. Again Merry Christmas will echo and re-echo. Again the Christmas star will glow As men truly seek Peace on earth And good will to all men (Written by ( ' laison Groff, I OB) It’s In The Bag For D.M. Tech This Christmas m TfCHfiicifln TECH GRADUATION TONIGHT Typical Senior Day Typical Sanior Day Ht ' verly Wurthcn 5:00 A M. Mfiwin Fillnuin be¬ gins testing his journalistic the¬ ory by canying papers. 5:30 Jack Huladay and Ronnie Mon ison get up to take their pin curls down and comb out their lurks. 5:40 Chuck Midriff tiles u lit¬ tle harmony by singing Oh How I Hati To Get Up In The Morn¬ ing. b.OO Most students are just be¬ ginning to get a good night ' s sleep. 0.30 Early burls are creeping out fitMii under the nice cozy warmth of their beds 7.00 Mure Movement !M Most students are up. or in the proce¬ dure of getting up 7.30 Mary Kiiend comes home from work, only to tui-n around and depart fm school Egad What a job ' ' H 00 Most students are trodding the path to Ye Old Si ' hool. ’ tt Ul Bill Huss upi ns one eye. 0:02 Bill itpens the olhei eye Oh. well, nice tiy. Bill 8:311 Kenny Wells dei ides Ui get up. a 31 Coralee runs for streetcar and makes it. 8.40 Mad dash to hotiu room begins. 8 50 Bill Huss arrives with I niiSM-d my bus.” How long will Ml Andreasin believe that? 9:01 LiH ' kei-s slam—everyone hustling to class, and I don ' t have my home wiuk done- Oh. well another five to my collei ' tiun 9:0-2 Mure hustling 9.07 Coralee Schappert amves to first hour with Simior meet¬ ing. senior meeting And to think Ml ' S. Knutson would believe a stiwy liki- that 9 15 E veryone studying??? 9 20 Mary Friend and Vivian Hardman start their dally Have you heard this one? 9 30 Everyone lisiks at his watch--no use- still 9-JO 9.45 Mad scramble fm the doors. Carroll Vonk gets lost in the shuffle 9 48 Bob Wolfe puts his book- kit ' ping away and tells Mr Hart¬ ley not to disturb him, as he is ivady for his daily nap. 9 50 Arvid BltHunburg decides to writ another smash U. Tech Club show. Who know.«, you may bi- nc.xt 10 00 Aodicy Hi ' innungei .skips to M. Bi’lz ' s «� ffice loi- another friendly chat. 10 15 Keniiv Wells divams of be¬ ing hig and strong, matching liis strength against the World ' s Champion Wrcstlei. 10:29 Ah. fix-edom. 10 12 Mrs. B«thlm.iii gaily gn ls .ill tif Iwi hiilhaiit |-| stiMh nt.- ' 111:33 Oi.Me Nau liegiils hei spiHvh on Oemticracy” us th e cluss sel- llis bark for their daily sntxize. 10 45 Phyllis Li-ttpold wakes up, finds Dixie still talking. d i es Kick t«� slei-p 11 00 My. h � w tinw d K-sn ' t fly. SENIOR 11:08 The lull before the storm. 11.12 Dixie finishes her item. 11 13 Beverly Warthen begins her dally argument with her favorite teacher, Mr. Olthoff. 11 20 Tommie Cole decides to study, not much, just a little bit. 11:45 Dale Bugh begins Dream¬ ing of a Quick 3:30.” 11:54 Bell waits anxiously to give out. 11:58 The secuiiil lull before the storm. 11:58 Lunch, second, that u. 12 01 Mr Betz is buried under an avalanche of students. 12 30 Ray Mattson pursues the girl of his choice. 12 45 Another bell rings. 12:50 Don Stout arrives from his co-op job to get an education??? I 15 Gene M iller decides to sing as he puts the finishing touches to his art project. 1:20 Rubci-t Miller decides he ' s been quiet long enoungh, so he sneezes. 1.30 Pat Landess is cutting up again, only this time it ' s an inno¬ cent little stencil 1 45 Paul McQuillin decides to tak the rest of the day off. ' J 00 Jack Patterson, Vincent Bradley, and Charles Pallas, the master minds, get together to make a great decision. Will that radio work or won ' t it and why’ 2:15 Jack Gambrall makes his friendly visit to Mr Anderson ' s office. 2 20 Joe Pinegar gives up. Wants to go homo I ' Tl let him. but will Andy’’ 2:30 One hour to go. 2 45 Jack Holaday and Ronnie Morrison begin a violent search (or their combs. 2:50 Everyone just waiting for 3 30 3:15 LesU ' r Wilkerson leaves a little early, to be sure he gets to leave at 3 30 3.10 Les returns to class. 3:30 Gang way—Bedlam has just broken loose. 4 00 Bloomhoig ' s busy. Basket¬ ball. that IS. 4 30 The last have left Ye Old Schixil to tread the path home Tempus Fugits 0 15 Nothing doing—radios arc all on. 7.30 Corky begins her evening on the phone. 8 00 Who ' s the guy we see Phyl¬ lis with’ Could his nante be Lloyd’ 8 30 Mary Friend catches on to u big Joke she heard last week and gets on the phone to tell Merle Short 10:00 StudenU give the last flou- I ishing touch to their home work II 00 Jack and Ronnie give up seal I lung fur combs and tell their h.mg5 to go to hang. 12 4H) It ' s still early Isn ' t it Amt ivy and Beverly? I 00 The boys prepare for anoth¬ er day. 2:00 Silence reigns, but don’t let It bother you. ' cause in another Ihrct- hours. Merwin will begin his .lolly work, and who know ' s wh.it loiiioriow may bring ' YEAR Know Yovv School Son Go Des Moines Tech High S:hool Plunge right through that line For Gold and Blue we ' re lightin. And we ' II cheer you all the time Tech Rah! Rah! Fight Des Moines Tech High School Fight for victory Spread far the fame Of our fair name Go Dei Moines Tech win that game! (Whiatle) Go Des Moines Tech High School Go (Whistle) Go Des Moines Tech High School Go Hit ' e-m high, hit ' em low Go Des Moines Tech Go! Se ' O ' lO C� ' , eO‘ Together We Can Yeah, little ole Tech ' s really gettin ' up there, isn’t she?” You ran say tliat again First it was basketball, then football, track, and wrestling, and now they ' ve got a nice little band. They start out with the least, but I ' d bet my bottom dollar their band will live up to the tradition started back m ‘42 by that first basket- bull squad.” Anv Techite should feel duly proud to overhear that comment, but It doesn ' t look as if any of us will ever have a chance, cause so far It ' s all talk.We have a willing instructor, but we want more than u one-piece band at our games. Very likely you ' re saying, Nu- txxly ever makes any moves: I ' m not gonna ' be the first to volun¬ teer. Well, you shuiiid be ' eh and everyone of us wants a band. All Us can’t play instruments, but we can help finance it, and can support It by local cheering. United effort behind this idea could do a lot How ' bout all of us ' banding ' together thu next semester, and see if we can ' t develop a rootin ' tootin ' good band by next full? 62 SENIORS GRADUATE THURSDAY NIGHT Cummrnccmcni ckcrci� e for 62 ten- Hir tiill he held in ike Tech auditorium ThuiMJay excning markint the eoncluMon I sviivitie, (or the June cla � . Addiemng the reniorr at fheir eradu- aitun eercmonier aill he Mr Anhur Bray t«� n. tccieury of the Dc� Moine Cen- cmiiin Biirrau of the Chamber of Com- mcrec Mr Drayton i� well known (or ki inierertinf and clever rpcrchc and it a laMiritc among De- Moines ‘Tech atu- dent Diploma are to he presented by a rcprcsentatoc ol the Board of Educa- uin Mr Perry C Frasier, principal, will pic-idc Mr Crisman is arranging musieal numhcri Eight Mudents (rum the I2B and IIA classc will serve as ushers Leading the priHtssion of seniors m caps and gowns will he Lluyc Grove and Betiv Simmon B.4 Han.on. Lloyd Dose. Dwight Cregei. C Hirt Hooton Tom Ja |ucs and Ft vd Hu , will «crve a u hcr The cummcrK-rmcni commiitce i� e imp i ed of Peg Marquis, chairman Martha Redting. Bruce Reynold . Thoma Fredregill and Gloria Rivhard Tho eummittre alti planned the haccalautrate scrsK ' rs held Sunday Gucm • peakci wa- the Re NK ' itliam Kntghi minoler (r«im the Highland Park (!hurch of 0 ri� i Farewell Seniors As vou leave these days behind. Here ' s something to keep in mind. Remember well the days of old. The school you left; the blue and gold. The halls will not echo your hearty hellos. And faces are forgotten as time goes. But now there come commence¬ ment and song. And as you leave us we ' ll say. So Long!” Senior Party Western Style Everyone and his partner show¬ ed up for the first senior party held, Friday. April 11, in the school auditorium. The theme was W ' estem Style. A floor show followed a apeU of dancing. Cameron Ross acted as master of cermonies. Gene Miller sang Gal in Cali¬ co”. Donna Binks and Gene Miller sang “Small Fry . Inez and Vir¬ ginia Martin sang rm in the Mood for Love and “Navajo Trial”. Everett Cochrane. Dorothy Perdue. Jay Powers, and Donna Hammarstedt sang “I Tipped My Hat . A special feature was Mr Dude Rancher, who turned out to be John Hicks. Fourth Floor Finding Russell Middleliauff feels that if Harold Jej(lum can pass the U. S. A F I tests, he can. (How about that. Harold?) The boys upsUirs say they are surely glad to be out of the ser vice, but to hear them tell, dur¬ ing one of their “bull sessions how their outfits were the test anywdierc. one sometimes won¬ ders! This “dirt collector asked Jee Lopez what he likes best about the G 1. Department The col fee, of course. wes the quick reply. Stanley Wetteland. Jack Mill er. Robert Landers. Richard Young- man and Joe Keough-out ol town G I scholars-are college bound as soon ss they finish here. How ambitious! (Could it be tnat they love school’ Or is it that pay- check?) Speaking of the high cost o- living, the only t)ung that come¬ down nowadays is rain, and ever that soaks you. Good Luck, Seniors 7 ? CoacU 6, 2.44e4ii04i Ho x, ? What qualitiM do you considtr maka a good athlata? Ronald M. Andaraon. athletic di¬ rector. Mental and physical ability, love of competition, desire to be a winner. Harold C. Johnson, football, track coach. Speed, ingenuity, courage, de¬ termination and size. Ray Hughes, wresting, assistant football and basketball coach. Desire to be a competer. to win in desired sport, above average grades, must have perseverance, must be conscientious about phy¬ sical and mental training, i.e eats proper foods, gets enough gcMxl sleep, doesn ' t smoke nr drink Glen Rouse, assistant ftMith.ill coach- Determinntion. ability. ciMip- eration. Don Bryant. 1st team ha«ehall. assistant basketli. ' ill co ' ith Obeys proper training ruh s. cooperates with coaches and other players, plays fair, doesn ' t ku k about officials d( etsions. has no alibies. does his lM‘st at all times Emily Shepherd. Girls Athletic Association, boys and girls tenni.s coach. Will to win. stamina, ahility for sport, sportsmanship ” Warren Nixon, boys and girls gr H roach. Good sportsmanship, know the game and like it. school or team loyalty dependability BfioiU kt Oh, 7Ae AUileU Ttu.- busketlMll ! «.-u� un u now utid -r way. niul practice is going on Us lutuul A rumor is guing around that Griffin and Barbieri think they arc athletes, just be- caUM- they have athlete ' s foot It has also U-en said that McKee thinks he is still placing football. The Spotlight shines on Don Conlon of Home Room 110 Don is the slow, easy going fellow with all the curly hair. He is 0 ' 2 and weighs 165 lbs. This tall dark creature that slides through the halls in the morning with a cer¬ tain girl, seems to have found enough pep and energy last year to win himself a letter in basket¬ ball. Don IS a 12A student and is majoring in Refrigeration. If you tee a person who answers to the name of Flo, walking with him. don ' t think it is to help him keep his balance, because it it just his girl. Have you and your friends all bought your basketball tickets ' If we want a successful season we must not only have five men on the court, but 720 backers in the stands Tech’s Cheerleaders Tech Downs Three S. C. Foes North Dazzled 51-20 Hard Fiuhtinir Matmen Defeated By Fast F-i«t limb’s wrestling team Ht-- fr.itisl Tis h .10 in Tuf ' day aflrr- nisin. .l.iniiiiry 7. at I ' lrh The To h iHiys to win were: In Uie 112 pound class. Harold Cook over IJill U.nriini- in .t. ' Vfi •aronds. in the 13.5 potiml class. Don F.llingson won on u din ision .•vei Dll k Risi-nhiiuir-r Alfi.d Di Bakcy. Rust 118- IMMindi ' r and Jerry Wairen. Tei’h. uredlerl to n draw in the 145 fNiund event. Thi- Iroys all tried hard against R;isI ' h mildly veteran team. Tlieiv Were not many Tirh riHiti-rs tliei • tlioimii. Ml let ' s . ' ll! go to tlic niicts and ii.-M-k our griipplers. Stiprrintpmlfni N.f). McCttmbs Presents Wrestling Awards Five Tis li wrestlers won pbin-s 111 the fily Wrestling Tournament lieM |..-t Ki td:i and S itiirdiiy at F.inI llicti . M hoiil I)on Rllinc ' on. uie.iliiu: Cofioll Vonk in Ihe M mifm .1 louml. won the I ' JO |b t’lty t ' lown Diik Itriea wmi two matelirs. bill ladisl to make the leqinir ' il w ii:lil s.diiidav evi-nmu Jerry V;,nen N. ' i lti Cair..|l Vonk 129 Ills ( ' I.OMin Groff ll« lbs and Kenn.th Wells m. ' i lb- all won thiMi plaee Olhi 1 Tis ' h wiisilers eom- jM ling (or rity iHmoi- Were. Il.ii- • •lil fm.k. 112 Ills Rogene Si hef- fi-rs IIK Ills- Dw.one Minei. 118 n- K- I ' ti Ral.ui-, 123 lb- Rimer Ciiiivatt. 123 lb� . Boh WoKe I3. i Ills Omei Thompson. IXi Ills. Wdlis Ibem 145 Ills. Don Ml I III. l. ' i ' i Ills fliiiek W.d- l. ' i’i llw. Rieh. ' iril W Hilsev and .lolm llieks m the he.ivv. ' ll division Fifth Straii ht Victory Tivh overran North Saturday .laniiary 4. with the fine hall handling of Pete Vujnovich and I’.iy Fenton, who. with Ihe ex- ei ' plional play of Everettc Coeh- lane. made a h.ilf lime seore of 34-12 with ea!«c In the jU ' rond half Ti ' fh roasted In a victnrv of 51-20 This game m.ide the fifth straight victory for Tiih. which givi-s us a 1 000 per cent st.amlmg in the t ' lly Series and Sooth Cen¬ tral Conferenre. In the first game of the evening Tis h ' .s n team was defeated by North with a score of 25-9. S|)rin Sports for Cxirls While othiT people are looking over Mi-rl eatalogs and preparing for spi mg. ihc girls of D. M 1 ' have Iw-en keeping 111 prarticc for the sports that th y will lx pai- ticiiviting in this spring In I lass lime tile girls are work¬ ing to improve (heir skill in tennis by t. ' iking very me liisivr li’sts • li.il were origtn,ile | in River F ' liesl. Illinois The mrsl.als which .lie awaiflisl for thesr li-sfs arc given b Mrs. Theri-sa .Andei-son. who IS eoniiis ' ted with thi Miss¬ ouri Viillv Tennis Asiux-ialion For those who wish to improve their golfing ahilily. Mr W. W N’ixon IS meeting with tliosi who are interested everv Wednesilav ,ind Frid.-ii fiom 3 30 until 4 00, Short appro,aihes and putting u ill tv worki d on first. The ri-.m� ns ’ for G A A is not good. s;iid Mrs Rmily Shep¬ herd. gii Is gvm teacher So. girls, i( voii want a monogram, there most Is- mon- work ilone in cla--s. ;ind in the pi rind- aficr sclvsil Life saving cl.isM-s are opi-n to those wh-i ran su im ten lengths nf the pool Swimming is everv Toi-mI.iv and Thor-dav afternis.n fM.m 3 ;til ontit 4 HO Wins 49-48 in Exciting Overtime Valley and Chariton High were ups -( on siM-ei-ssive night- l� y the Ti-rh five. It cert.iinly is the truth to say that overtimes are (he most exciting parts of the gaim- The S 4 -ori- was dendliskisi foiirleen tunes during tin- Chaiilim game. Friday. January lu ' Flie greatest margin throughout the evening was four points Within thn-e minutes of the Inst ciiiaitcr C ' ls’h- ranc hit from the side, only to lx- followi-d nil by Di-1pierie iNo. 5 ' l with a hosket of his own to send It into overtime t. ' ix brane was fouli-d and dumpi-d m .i biirket whii-h cim h«-il Ihi- game fm Tis-h Cix-hrane w,is .also top siorer of the game, with 27 points to his credit BEAT EAST !! HOPKINS Sl� ()l I INC; (JOOIIS CO. low s I ()Ki: i()sr .xriii 11 u oi ri in i.us Hi SmikIi .S| I’liiilie .LHlil Rolls 63-34 in Easy Eveninji I’ndefeiitifl Tis h maile it- six- ond South Cential Vi. t-uy within 24 liiiurs S;itunla . J;inuai y II The Vaili-y game was almost won in the first half, with tin- n -erves playing most of the -is-tind and fourth quarie.s l ' ' ii k Tin ki-r fm Kverclle CiH-lirane. Hill Kvans for Dii-k Brmiks. .umI FusI Shaf T for Unv Fenton Dick BriMiks w.i siiri-fue dur mg t M- game l� v putting I ' l |«.inls over the run Tech ' s n (e,im won it- first g.ame of (hi- se.i-««ii liv downing Valiev Bs 25-21 Tech Chalks I ' p 7 th S. C. t’ietory At Wmterset Frid.xy night Jan 17. Tech swept tn .a isl-4U ti uimph, making this the eighth -traight viclori for Tm h in -ix wm-ks Dick Brmiks. Tech (oiw.imI, cliiimi-d (op s -ormg honors by • I ' imping m 23 innnls Next i-.imi- F.veretl Cm-hratw-. sinking 21 points, of which Si-ven were fi.m Ihe I hat Itv line Tech staitml vh.wlv hut managed In -ja-iil op niiugh III g.iin .1 33 ?•� Ii .III .It (Ill- half Hav Fenton. Trs-h gnaid. pl.i i- l an oiitsianding game l•. (ll mi the ..Ifensive and de(en-iv Till- P ' hinmarv game is sullisl m a 27 24 Vli torv for mil M Ii am Ti-eh ' s next garni- will lx- . ' i gainst E.ist at I H ake on J.mu.uv 24lh. and with ll—M-vell on the follow mg night These pninuse to Is- our hardi-ct f.une- of tlx- si-.i son, so lx- on haiwt fo cive Hn team our .supixuf These five handsome guys hard¬ ly nei-d any introduction, but in case you don ' t know who thnae atomic bombs, full of pep and energy are. try again. Yes. It ' s the Tech High Cheerleaders. Ross Griffith. Bob .Sullivan. Bill Sar¬ gent. Bill MrFarlan, and Charlie Peterson. What did you think of the Quin- temblettes-pretty terrible, huhl And that chorus line-wheW Well anyway. What ' s the matter with the cheerleaders ' ’’ ' ‘They ' re all right’ Sports Party Dcs Moines Tech Girls Alhletu- Asscx-iation entertained eight guls from each of the five high schixd- Rooscvelt, Lincoln. Fast. North and St Joseph ' s on Novemher 11 at 4 p m The girls pm ticipat -d in badminton, ping pong, shuffle- board and swimming, with pri -« being .iwarded in each spm t Oft The Bench (Way Off) A liu h li-ll over the crowd as Klwio Kll.-ton appiuoelied the live tliiow htie ills urins cocked, snap- peti. aiul the ball floated gioex-ful- Iv Itiimigii the basket with a -wi-b ELWIN HAD MADE HIS FIRST FHF.E THROW IN 16 Ari ' EMPTS Wbat did Coach Johnson and t ' lMch Hugln-s say to the second team at tfw half of the Valley gaiiie to niaki- them win their fust game of the sc-oson ? After till-, maybe they ' ll say it tiioi ' v ollell. Vours truly i.s having a bad im.e wilting OFF THE BENCH TIh-ix- is a wrestler here . ' ho kit | s Ix-gging ux to put his name III Hu.- 11111111111. Okay, fellu. here It IS Cbuck Waters’ TSK Ooe-tion of Hu.- si-mester Why I.- Doll llixiges always late lu Mbm.l ' two.- talking to Bill Evans and .■ iviii Ulixjiiibuig. They tell iiu- Hiev ail going to have a raffle. The pi 1 1 - ' Tiny aie going to raf¬ fle oil iheiii.-elvi-s This is what Hiev s.iv gills, lluny hurry, the III ki t- aiv going last! The only I all ' ll Is. Hu V take out the girl wlio wills That ' s one way to get iiitiiii-y lui a date-- also the date Siipei Guy. Although Bob Ailihlti II has paiticipated in .-|HMt.-. and every activity tluit Tix b li.is s|H nMii(-d. he has inan- agitl to re.iil a tuHik a we� -k all s4-Mii-t«r This startling l;u-t was imiliiiiieil by Miss Smith, our bill at latt. Tech Wins Opener, 32-.31 Lincoln Tops Tech, 33-31 Lincoln High stopped a fight¬ ing Des Moines Tech quintet Fri¬ day night. December 10. by the close score of 33-31. Lincoln led most of the game and was ahead at the half 20-14. The Engineers came storming liack during -the third quarter and narrowed the margin to two points. Lincoln w-ent ahead again and Tech overtook them in the last minute of the game on Mc¬ Kee ' s chanty toss This was not enough, however, as Hoffa of Lincoln lobbed in a layup shot with 36 seconds to go That shot meant the margin of victory Again It was Jim Hoskins who sparked the Engineer Juniors, al¬ though they were defeated 40-26 Hoskins was credited with 16 of hiB team ' s 26 points, and should be quite a player for the varsity during the next year or two. Friday night. Dot 4Hi. Hie Ti-i h cagers opened their season in Hie South Central Conference by de¬ feating Indianola 32-31 at He- East High gym Tech jum|M-d in¬ to the swing early in the quarter with Dan Griffin scoring for the Engineers Tech held their le.x l until the 3rd quarter, when the Indians took a 7 point lead Tech fought back and Barbieri ' s Ixis- ket tiiMl the game Gilhens was then fouled. Connie missi-d his first shot, but the second w.-is good Weeks. Indianola ' s star, was outstanding for the Indians Con¬ nie Gtthens. brilliant littb for¬ ward. looked good for the Engin¬ eers Indianola ' s seconds defeated the EIngineer Soph ' s 32-21. al¬ though Lightning Jim Ifosking scored II points for Tech. THt ItCHOIC Vol. 5 DES MOINES TECHNICAL SCHOOL, DES MOINES, IOWA JANUARY 27, 1948 No. 4 SHOULD L1V £ DRAKE BAND ASSEMBLY Thursday, January 6, the Drake Band presened an assembly in our auditorium. The program con¬ tained both classical and popular music. They favored us with the fol¬ lowing numbers: 1. The Diplomat March by Sou¬ sa 2. The Invocation Alberich from “Rhinegold” by Wagner 3. Aria by Tenaglia 4. Soloist—Roger Barrett Thoughts of Love by Arthur Pryor 5. King Cotton March by Sousa conducted by Mr. Farrow 6. Fashion Show and Horse Race from Newsreel by Wm. Schuman 7. A Spanish March “Elacliaro” Baccalaurecrte Last Sunday For Your Delight Jan. 26—Senior Class day 27— Commencement 28— Semester closes 29— B. B. East there Feb. 4—B. B. Valley here 5—B. B. North there 7—Adult school opens 11— Indianola there 12— Chariton here 15—P.T.-A. at 3:00 p. m. 17—Lincoln here 19—East here Dr. Weerlz, Speaker Seniors and their parents were invited to attend the Baccalaure¬ ate services, Sunday Jan. 23 in the auditorium. The sermon was given by Dr. Frederick J. Weertz, Pastor of the St. Johns’ Lutheran Church. His message w ' as the Science of Great Living. The music was provided by Mr. and Mrs. Crisman and the Tech High Chorus. Dr. Weertz has been pastor of St. Johns’ Evangelical Lutheran Commencement To-night Senior Banquet The banquet for the seniors was held in Younkers Tea Room, January 25, 1949. The decora¬ tions revealed the theme for the banquet which was Winter Won¬ derland. Chuck Watters gave the introductory toast, Snow Man, Grace Raymond sang, “Winter Wonderland;” Mr. Nighswonger gave a speech on, “Snow is Glis¬ tening;” The plans that we made were read by Ann Spicer. Mr. Betz gave a speech on, “Walking in the Winter Wonderland,” and Helen Fogarty finished the enter¬ tainment by singing, “Sleigh Bells are Ringing.” The menu at the banquet con¬ sisted of soup, wafers, breaded veal cutlet, potatoes, molded fruit salad, roll, drink, ice cream and cookies. Tomahawks Reorganize The Tomahawk club was just recently re-organized! Several changes have been made in the club with hopes of getting mem¬ bers who are really interested in participating in an organized rooting team. One new requirement is that members must sign a pledge to attend all home games and all club meetings unless ill or work¬ ing. Five un-excused absences drop a member from the club. To earn a Tomahawk emblem, you must attend three-fourths of the meetings and games for one year, and have passing grades in three subjects. New members will be taken into the club during the first three weeks of next semester. The Tomahawks will present an assembly February 4, to intro¬ duce new members of our school, especially 10-B’s, to the school yells and songs. A pep assembly February 17, for our games with Lincoln and East, will also be put on by the Tomahawks. The Tomahawk Club is in hopes that it will have a strong active membership for next semester. Church, which is one of the lead¬ ing Lutheran Churches in Ameri¬ ca, for twenty three years. His dynamic personality, his reputation as a public speaker, and his energy revealed to us that he is a tireless worker. A well ed¬ ucated, able speaker, he inspired the graduates with his advice on the Science of Great Living. Dr. Bohlman, Speaker Tonight, January 27, 1949, the seniors will march down the aisle of the auditorium for the last time to a piano duet, the Stately March, played by Mr. and Mrs. Durward Crisman. Presiding over the commence¬ ment exercises, will be our princi¬ pal, Mr. E. C. Betz. The invoca¬ tion will be delivered by Dr. Lewis Jacobson, Pastor of the First Baptist Church. The mixed chorus will supply the vocal music, with “Saluta¬ tion” and “Sweet and Low,” as the opening selections, directed by Mr. Crisman and accompanied by Mrs . Crisman. The seniors are having for their speaker. Dr. Herbert W. Bohlman, Dean of the Graduate Division of Drake University. The subject of his speech will be “The Reali¬ ties.” A member from the Board of Education will present the gradu¬ ating class with their diplomas. The ceremony will close with the benediction by Dr. Jacobson, which will be followed by the re¬ cessional, the Festal March in F. Faculty Tea December 16, the Des Moines Tech faculty had a Christmas Tea. The teachers ate and played games from about 3:30 P. M. to 5:00 P. M. Chairman of the com¬ mittee which arranged the tea was Mrs. Langworthy. The food was taken care of by Mesdames Tarman and Berry. Miss Hoak provided the Christmas dec¬ orations. 22 Page 2 The Technician December IQ, 1947 The Technician of Published by the Students Des Moines Technical School Des Moines. Iowa Editor: Arvid Bloomburg Associate Editor: Alberta Simp¬ son Advertising Managers: Shirley Perdue. Pauline Radar News Editor: Don Miller Feature Editors: Darlene Peter¬ son. Janice Barngrover. Joanne Kimmel Club Editors: Helen Lieber- knecht. Marilyn Bowman Office Editor: Gene Miller Homeroom Editors: L p r r e t a Snyder. Claudine Peifer ’ Art Editor: Fred Weinman Sports Editor: Fred Shafer Sports Writers: Clair Poage, Jack Miner. Jerry Hiatt Girls Sports: Elaine Sundholm Record Reviews: Marion Rice Feature Writers: Walter Rey¬ nolds. Tommy Gray Make-up Editors: Merlin Folk- ers. Elizabeth Jacklin, Beverly Warthen Faculty Reporter: Jack McFar¬ land Music Editor: Coralee Schap- pert Exchange Editors: G 1 e n n y s Ulm. Beverly Stuart Circulation Managers: Charlene Woodley, Vivian Hardman, Mary Friend G. I. Reporter: Clifford House Nev s Reporters: Ray Bristow, Dorothy Erb, Charles McClain, Joanne McNeley, Larry Wood, Elizabeth Teachnor, Barbara Deardcn Typists: Pollv Glasser, Connie Hablo The Magic of Christmas At no other time of year are people so gay and happy as they are at Christmas. Surely this is a sign that there is magic in the Christ¬ mas season. Picture the scurry of last minute shopping, gay decorations, excited children, the mystery of Santa Claus, and the gaily decor¬ ated Christmas trees. The wreathes carefully hung on doors and in the windows also add to the gayety. Think of the crisp fresh air full of soft falling snow that crunches under foot, the smell of pies and puddings flowing from the kitchen, and—of course—the mysterious packages under the tree. All these things and many more are a part of the magic of Christmas. Not to be forgotten are the traditional carols sung in all their beauty at the church service. On the strains of “It Came Upon a Midnight Clear” one can almost hear the gentle stirring of the sheep on that Christmas night so long ago, and hear the voices of the an¬ gels singing, “Peace on the earth, good-will to men.” One can also feel the reverence as once again the silent congregation realizes the beauty and simplicity of the ancient story of Christmas. Yes, Christmas does hold magic in its grand old carols and fnemo- ries, but above all, echo the words of Saint Luke as the ev ?r-living story is told: And there were in the same country shepherds abiding in the field, keeping watch over their flock by night. And, lo. the angel of the Lord came upon them, and the glory of the Lord shone round them: and they were sore afraid. And the angel said unto them. Fear not: for, behold. I bring you tidings of great joy, which shall be to all people. For unto you is born this day in the city of David a Savior, which is Christ the Lord. And this shall be a sign unto you; Ye shall find the babe wrapped in swaddling clothes, lying in a manger. And suddenly there was with the angel a multitude of the heavenlv host praising God, and saying, “Glory to God in the highest, and on earth peace, good will toward men.” Study Halls Beverly Stuart A study hall is supposed to be a quiet place where a sudent may prepare his school work. Why, then, should he be expected to study in a noisy place like a lunch room, with dishes clattering, noi¬ sy trucks in the drive below, a re¬ frigerator motor running off and on, and many other disturbances? There are no magazines or books for the student who has several study halls a day, and has nothing special to do. Uncomfor¬ table stools, with no backs, are provided to sit on. Yet, if he’s not studying all the time he’s contin¬ ually nagged at by the teacher ii ' charge. It gets very monotonous when he has several study halls in one day, with nothing to keep him busy, but even if he has the work to do, it’s almost impossible to concentrate on anything. School Newspaper The last minute rush. The type both small and bold. Getting out all the news, Discarding all the old. A printing error hunted. It must never go to press. We want the best paper, Or we’ll never rest. No, it’s to each and everyone. To do his very best. And put forth all his effort. Or we’ll never go to press. Bits of Barrowed Bait Boys! Here are seven require¬ ments for social success. 1. Have a car 2. Be a pleasant conversational- list 3. Have a car 4. Be congenial 5. Have a car 6. Be a good listener 7. Have a car PRINTING DEPARTMENT EXPANDS In and Out, Roundabout by Izzy Serious Has anyone heard about the lOB girl and the Juke Box? Well, it seems that the sophomore in¬ nocent decided that it was her turn to feed the Juke Box, so, as the story goes: she carefully se¬ lected her favorite song, and calm¬ ly put in her nickel. As she turn¬ ed around she naively asked, “Now, if I hit the Jack Pot, where will my money come out?” • Thai ' s whal I ' d like lo know. ♦ • We appreciate the generosity of the teachers who have contributed to the financial status of our Juke Box. « Any further gifts will be appre¬ ciated. W’e see that Des Moines broke into type in the current Life Mag¬ azine. It seems that Des Moines was the first city to start the prac¬ tice of a boy giving his football .sweater, as a token, to his girl. Have you heard the latest song hit called “Butcher”?-“Butcher your arms around me, honey!” How ' d that get in here? In browsing through some other school papers we found this short poem and we’d like to pass it on to you so here goes: “Tho’ they had never met B4. What cause had she 2 care. She loved him lOderly, because He was a l.OOO.OOOair,” Our thanks to Michigan ' s Hyde Park Weekly. • • Overheard on the Urbandale streetcar: Jack Courtney - “Certainly, sir. Number off the passengers, and then make the even numbers breathe in while the odd numbers breathe out.” Pete was talking to Tommy Reese in auto diesel yesterday and the conversation ran something like this: Tom - “Which do you prefer leather or fabric upholstery?” Pete - “I like fabrics: leather is too hard to wipe your greasy hands on.” « « What if Tech loses all their bas¬ ketball games????? Put me down, I was orily kid¬ ding! 0 We hoar that four lOB girls sent a letter to Santa asking for some big (?) brawny (?) football players. Hopeful or oplomislic? Seems that one day all of the basketball guys wore T shirts and by the time they were through practicing they had no shirts. « A recent advertisement tells of how to make money at home. There seems to be a lot of boys here at Tech that play the piano by ear. (And good, too.) With four platen presses, one Miehle cylinder, a power paper cutter, an automatic press, a lino¬ type. a monotype and ten new benches, the Des Moines Tech Press not only puts out all school board printing, but a four to six page Technician besides. ' The Printing Department, head¬ ed by Mr. Mussleman and operat¬ ed by the twenty-eight boys and two girls, does all the school board printing work, such as, re¬ port cards, pass slips, teachers contracts, etc. The Co - Op plan is used in the shop and the boys recieve valu¬ able experience before going out on their own. Working hand in glove wih this department is the Journalism class, which supplies the material to train these future printers. Most of the equipment in the shop was formerly at East High until West became D. M. Tech. Then the school board decided the equipment would fit better in a vocational school. Nosin Around By Sniffer It sure is easy to catch cold in some of those dresses with the “New Look,” isn’t it Janis? ♦ Nolice: Grandquist is not the Guy that wrote this column, even if he is built for it. We ' re still wondering whether Jack Miner got to see Santa Claus last Sat. He was in the line for quite awhile. « « W’e always wonder when a gu.y like Roscoe Sharon leaves a dance where there are a bunch of good looking women to go roller skat¬ ing. Heh! 00 Why is Loretta Snyder always hitting and kicking Larry Wood? Remember the song, “You Always Hurt the One You Love.” ♦ ♦ W’hat’s this about Gladys Sei¬ del always getting Gene Miller out of clas5? ♦ ♦ How does Dwaine Miner meet all those pretty girls? It must be because he’s so handsome! ♦ • Darlene Peterson wanted me to say something about her in this column. Here it is, Darlene. 0 0 0 We hear a certain New Letter- man w ' ould rather sit out in a car instead of going to a party. How about that B. B.? Where did Claudine Piefer get that hair cut? 23 UNBEATEN TECH GETS PAST EAST, 25-22 Underdog Tech Startles East, 35-32 KDPS ON AIR IN EVENINGS Rally Nets CDPS-TV to Return P londay ‘ ™“r S-Hf — With5-Day-a.Week Schedule WEST WINS. 7-0. ON PASS STEAL One Casualty At West Tech West, Madrid . ;r Battle Friday M.l-Wk :.tr. IVrk Hi(k nl.� ta Jawatt � k |t l- OoJrk JalHMM. •! tba ««4 aww iMrh IhJ • ' ct 1515 TvrUUi tt .; ( r«i Quick. 18. of j.j Fifty-«Mofid at; Jolw Spack. 18, of 10T3 130 Sixth xvf.; Betty HxyiAefi. 17, of 6404 School ot. _ ■ ...-. tiis p 8««ul row. Sh.ro. kir.Tof 2T581 W«ki«ro. LTT •v .; Bosib. Webotcr. 18. of 3W7 Etevcnth rt.; Jomi- ■ - Edwin WhcaUy. 18. of 1233 E. ThJrt -fiflh rt . rtt. Ftohw. 18. 739 Twwitirth rt.; Siblv Phicr. IS of ud Gcoret CohJev. 18. 1723 E. Twrotv-lhird at. Tech Nips Indianolaji 63-40 Tech jf. sVidor EST PASSES fl : Bags 9 Points DEBUL 7 TO 0 iHr; 24 FORMER MARINE IN CLASS AGAIN Cochrane 8 22 Can t Collar Chariton Five RENAME WEST rtpf nmo • ' IMF IMTIOMW. AHTHIW, ' J lTnr� TIW£ : YlMlfWAV; -TM 4 our tHMOiT ,1 nj� A UonWOi Back to Finish High School ! COUNCIL OFFICERS J Veteran, 20, Is Tolerant Valley Fails To Halt Hot Indians, 63-34 DOWN THE RIVER TO SCHOOL Attack On Parking Problem i Youths Put Schools TV Into Service TECH’S FIFTH MAT VICTORY SO WEAK AND YIT SO fAI Hutkrf UwM fiMir Mr«A COCHtAMf (T� SCO«f$ AS SHWAIP lf� M«SSSS W S rlet SUy. UntU Um End. ' W-ibv TECH SCENES — The 40 ’ CHe€R L€flD€RS h OmIIu Vp 7tli S C Victory - North Dazzled 51-20 5$ Tech Down s Three S. C. Foes ir E ' jfJ] IRF AT F AST ?! 26 Meredith Publishing Co. PUBLISHERS OF Better Homes and Gardens Congratulations Manbeck’s Motor E)cs Moines Tech High COMMERCI.AI. ENGR.AVING COMPANY 512 Seventh St., Des Moines, Iowa Chrysler Plymouth We Service all makes IJI4 Locust DES MOINES, low A AND Iowa ' s Oldest Jewelry Store Successful Farming DES .MOINES. IOWA Do You Know About GRAHAM S F(K D MARKET Quality Cftiferttt aud htrutt Thirtsentfc and Jefferson Avenue ANOTHER Van Dyck Furnace CARL P. RUTLEDGE. President W . A. RUTLEDGE. Secretary W. S. RUTLEDGE. Treasurer Quality Jewelry for 81 years Graduation Rings for D. M. Tech. High made in our own shop Plumb Jewelry Store t alnut at Sixth, Des Moines Your First Picnic or Luncheon Thought •HILAND POTATO CHIPS Insures Growing Crops from Loss by Hailstorm and Full Coverage Automobile Insurance Make Them a MUST on Your Grocery LUt Fifth Floor Valley Bank Building Telephone 3-5293 DES MOINES. IOWA Cleveland Pharmacy Waynr Kmtmr. R Ph. Dial 6-9J60 E. 14 and Cleveland DES MOINES. IOWA CENTRAL LIFE COLLEGE PLAN JOBS If you want to go to college — and if you want to earn your College expenses first — you will be interested in the Central Life College Plan. The College Plan includes: . A salary while you work. 2. Monthly payments to you for thru years while you are iw College if you work for two years. 3. Opportunity for summer jobs while you are in CoUege. Math, typing and clerical jobs are available on the College Plan — though the number of jobs is limited and qualifications are high. You are welcome to visit our Personnel Office for full information about College Plan or permanent jobs. CENTRAL LIFE ASSURANCE SOCIETY (MUTUAL) Koufers Grocery 1400 Center The Han gold of West Dr Flojra E Hrnry- Dr SheMoti Gladtiow R«SlM rr l Opromrlrlat E m Eumln«l Ulmmtn rtilvd PmBnut l uM ' Congratulations Senior ' s Drr Muinr Imra Phrmc 4 LtS4 i e Yctf furs finest Cjre cowmu lUSTEtlZE- CIEININC MO STORDGE COMBINDTION BRING IN yoUR FURS NOW $1100 11 Valu¬ ation up to $100 COWNIE FURS 510 .Market Street Sthand Walnut Streets American Institute of Business Iowa’s Largest and Most Distinguished School of Business E. O. Fenton, Free. lOth at Grand, Oea Moinea, Io« ' a A ooupla of Waal Tech qrods. vary much kn lova bui rothei lempeiamenial. workad in ihe tarn tool ploni One day ]im 901 cou9hl m one of Ihoae revolvui9 machmaa and whirled ihrou9h ihe ou Alala ruahed over, twitched the t)uii9 oS and 9tablMd 1000 inauranre Exchange Building N. E. Corner of Sth Grand €� � . Jim. she be99ed speak to me? Itm looked up 9t099Uy Why should I? he asked. I paaaed you aix timee and you never apoke 10 me. Duffy Tire Co. Certified Recapping Tire Repairing U. S. Tirea—Ballerlea—Acceuoriet Brtkei, Ignition and Motor Service 440 E. Grand Ave Des Moines 9, Iowa Phone 4-71% Is Everybody Happy? DANIELS Watches Jewelry Silverware 522 Walnut Street at 6ih Dial 5-8601 d„ Moinea. Iowa THE NIELSEN MARKET C. .NIELSEN. Prop. CITY MARKET HOUSE phone s-eoi; Des .Moines. Iowa Art Stationery Press 1168-24th Street Acroaa from University Post Office CBRETl.NC CAROS FOR .AU. OCCASIONS Schumann ' s Sinctoir Service Washing-Greasing—Tire Repair Quick Charging Battery Facilities 52nd Foraat Dial 5-98SI Congratulations West Seniors: You. like the United Launderers, will make Des Moines an outstanding community! THREE DAY SERVICE! United Launderers and Dry Cleaners 1102 W . Grand. Phone 4-5I0S HI-HO GRILL 417 Euclid Noon Moviea S STEMATS « MW hrlpto Better Buaineaa Methods Call 4-4S4S .V.ultigraph Sales Agency For Fun in Fashions See Our Junior Fashion Lane and Sportswear Comer NORMAN CASSIDY JOYCE ABARR LYLE ANDERSON JOHN CASSELL JUDY BEASLEY JUDD HELDT TOM JAQUES WILUAM JONES Wholesale ' ReuU Des Moines Glass, Mirror, and Paint Company 24 Hour Service 450 Ea« Locust Street Des Moines, Iowa Phone 3-6201 BIU kIcNAMARA BIU MOORE BENTON PRESS FRED SNIDER MARY STRUTH JIM VER HUa LEONARD WATTS Copy for all of the odvertUing in this section was set by the following students in Ihe West Tech priming depaxtmenl. (A name appoearing below an advertisement indicates the sales¬ man who secured Ihe ad.) AMERICA’S FINEST “Good Luck Students of Tech Pepsi-Cola Bottling Co. 95 University Ave. t PEARSONS GRILL if you want better MILK 18ih ft UNIVERSITY S c«k� , Chopi, H««iiburscn • FounUMi Service (Meet Your Friends) Congratulations! Seniors of 1945 BUY MILAN HI LAN Dairy 3 00 Sixth Ave riTB L-RSANO OOMBMICK OB ANUBLIB SAVERY DRESS CLUB Cuktoia Tailoring Altemiione Cleaning and Repairing im 4-UM eil We are looking forward to seeing the Seniors of 1946 b- — • Compliments o( Derry s Food Market 1704 Woodland No. how le iholT ' “He •luMofS- Mtt Vo9eloaf: ' 111 cul a aleali la two. ihea cut the holvee la two. whoi do I get? ' Bob Donotigh: Quorten V. Mie, V.; BighL Aad then ogoia? Bob; ' Ststeenthe. Mr V.: --Right. Now once mote 4BB Plymouth Bldg. Phone 4-445 ‘ Hoeh. ' .Andrews Studio Hayes Auction Co. 809 Sixth Ave The Best in the West FOR thi§ Sign this Battle Compliments of Real Radio Station LAUNOERERS DRY cleaners GREAT POETRY XfOy Laundfy Footwear for all the family FIELD SHOE CO. DRY CLEA.NERS DIAL 4-J2S7 SAVE with a WEEKLY PASS only $ 1.25 DES MOINES RAILWAY CO. CAN YOU IMAGINE— Phyllla Mock without Coaaie Carter? Capital City State Bank East I ust at 5th Street Member Federal Reiervc Syetem Member ol the P. D 1. C. Peggy Sample without Solly Tenell? Wtnilred Corleoa without Betty Taylor? aifl Love without Wllmo Enos? lim Shloohoro without Kenny Miller? Lewis Metcoll without his stamps? Esther Austin really working In retaUing 1 o to wilh the ' Any girla can be goy la a clossy coupe, la a losloab all can be lolly. But the girl worth whilo ie the girl who “RIDE THE . QUICKER WAY” ij Curbliner, Street Car Motor Coach J Des Moines Railway G). MBSoam CONGRATULATIONS When you ' re toking her hoam oa the trolley It a It Betty McConkey without her grocery truck Polly Habick without IraM lohnsoa? Anno rtediag without Anita PhUlipe? Mrs Hartley not ssaklng oa oseignment? Virteon Palmer handing in edHoriols in his lory doss? Al Ralnss net late to retailing does? Mr Anderson not asking lor edtiorlals? Glodys Arrasmllh not arguing with lohnay Day? « tk n Dolly Habick and Im almost inseparable sin that ' s why when one « Sinotra has token pos s essio n k W W You should never criitcise a i Ing. he amy be suppotiiag oa oui A wedding ring is liks a louralquel—R stops your drculotloa. kml tall. Maybe A WHATNOT Hello. Who ' s speaking? Wolt. What ' s your noam? Watt ' s my name Yeh. what ' s your nams? My name ie John Watt ' Tobn What? Tee. Oh. never aUnd. 1 11 be around to i Ho. I ' m Knott WeU. wUI you pleose tt e who you or All right Who Is this, lease? ' WUI Knott. ' Why not? ' My nose Is KaoM Not what? ' And then they both got sore! • « • John Sbetrow Con a person gel pualshe e you lor soowihiag he didn ' t do? Miss Smidt: ‘Ol course not loha. Well. I don ' t hove my assignment Hee My brothet hos a wooden leg. How That ' s nodiiag; my sislei h Compliments ol WALKER REALTY COMPANY SENIOR OF 1948 Congratulations to the Class of 1948 Iowa Power and Light Company Electricity is cheap in Des Moines Huni y? Slop!! Drive in lor Good Food We are looking forward to seeing the seniors of 1949 Andrews Studio 822 Walnut Phone 14956 Suit Preaaed While U Wait arsity Cleaners 2416 University r— so. Sf reu-U be lets. she seM. Daily’s LTrio Sandwich Shop 5ih and Euclid Ave. Des Moines, Iowa Compliments of Globe Auto Parts 1321 Locust Des Moines, Iowa For Belter Slug Composition E E Lino Service 316 Locust Des Moines, Iowa Dan-Dee Wagon Welding Blacksmithlng S. K. M th Granger Phone 6-46 5 Dale Brady Wholcsdlc Radio Parts Electronic Equipment Radio Trade Supply Co. Sales — Rentals — Insurance 709 Grand Avenue Phone 3-S246 McCurnin Sundries 2701 Cottage Grove Phone 5-8991 Sundries, Fountain, Luncheonette LEACH PRINTING COMPANY G E. LKACM. Pr � � wmr Commerciai Printing ao7 onano avbnus telephones 4-8909 1224 GRAND AVENUE DES MOINES 9, IOWA SOLAR PRODUCTS RIDE THE JETS! Gas tvirbine and )el engine developments are pushing air¬ craft speeds up to and beyond the supersonic barrier-obsolet- r;g speed records as fast as tney are made. Solar has helped achieve these important records and can be counted upon to contribute vital components to the power plants responsible :or tomorrow s heodiine news, We shall continue to bring rat.or.cl attention to our company, our ctty. and our state. SOLAR U a food placm to utooA! ESTABLISHED 1927 Improve Your Appearance Compliments of Shoes Repaired Jack Lazarus. Food Market . . . L 1 . 3201 Forest Avenue Worn and shabby shoes made to look like new agaiir. ———— It’s like getting a new pair for a fraction of the cost. Congratulations Seniors r.ww wwujnm. i«i wnai jwu con oo IT A I ILf AKI’C Younkers Basement My Auni N� il toll in a w«ll. )r. Bennie H. Devine. D. O. 40S Walnut Street And then the drowned and went to— _ Physician Surgeon 711 Equitable Building Hungry? Stop!! Thia happened in Mrt Oleen ' t Cnqlieh dote in which Wayne Chadwicli le a tiu- deni Mrt Oleen wat diacuaeinq proee and poetry. She atoiied out by aayinq. “Siudenia. Ihia la poetry— ' Upon ihe hill, there la a mill. If H hoan ' i been moved. H ' a there atill. ' Then continued Mrt Olaen. Thia ta proee— Upon the hill, there la a mill. II It hoanT been moved, it ' e there yet. ' Now Wayne, let ' a tee what you con do I to--went to— Say Mrt Olten. i I that proee or poetry? Compliments of Stoner Investment Co. 121.t Grand Ave. ERSKIN SERVICE Duffy Tire Co. Certified Recapping Tire Repairing Drixe in for (iood Foorl Daily’s L’Trio Tire Repairing Steam Vulcanizing Lubrication E. 30ih and University Phone S-9341 Compliments of 440 E. Grand .Ave Dta Moinee 9. Iowa Sandwich Shop s.S. KRESGES U. S. Tlrea---Bstterles---.Acceeeoriee Brskea. Ignition and Motor Service Phone 4-7IM SOLAR AIRCRAFT COMPANY I8lh Grand Av«. Dos Moines. Iowa Compliments of j’ i. PEN JL SHOP DES MOINES, IOWA Koufer’s (irocery IMW Center Street ’The hangout of Pen Moines lech ’ t‘i� ngr.iiul.Tti«� n . S ni« rj� t i.mplimi iu I ' l Real Radio .Station •n. ' f ' .I.iml Mrrim-. |r V .t ( ' omplimentH of Grand Roller Rink 7th Grand Compliments of PITTSBIRGH - DES MOINES STEEL CO. ini5 Tuttle St Dea Moinea. Iowa Van Ginkel Food Market Complete line of quality goods Free Delivery Phone 3-7378 Your pitronage appret uited 5th and Eurltd Ave Dfs Moini . Itivva 615 Walnut Street Des Moines. Iowa Sea Food Grotto Cottage Inn Victoria Cleaners Sea Food and Steaks Vegetable. Hamburger and French Fries our specialty Tailors Furriers 811 Walnut Street 4 ,h ,nd Keo Ilarrie’s Watch Shop Tur Wool Cold Storage DeCorpo City Market Booth 12 Watchea. Cloclta. Jeueir Quality Fruila and Vegetablea Repairing If ii ' a in feaann «e have If! 1161 24th Street Phone 5-1218_ Compliments of Securities Bldg. Office 7 H 7th .Street 541 Slith Avenue Phone 4-2545 Your Firat Picnic or Luncheon Thought •HILAND POTATO CHIPS ’ Make Them a MUST On N ' our Groerrx Liai , ShoB loae. rtoBklB toae. Horn work CoBe COBM BVBf. alOTV • ' ♦h SoVBf Compliments of Newen’s Northland Dairy Eaat 6ih and Dea .Motnea Street Browners’ Food Market MAUCjER S Fameua For Fresh F jgs and Other Good Foods 626-628 E. l.oruM Thera a one obout the diKrlr who hod ao S ® 0 ' 5‘‘ You ooqhi lo toke Cop You re pmched lor apoediitq ' loae Whole the idea’ DoeanT thia atqn reod Toie loi Speedmq? ' ' He Say whoi ore you eryinq about? She My doq |uai died ' He That a nothmq my Grandma died and 1 didn ' t cry She Well you didn’t roiae your Crond- ma (torn o pup. did you? Poem????? We edrtoia moy d«q ond loti nil our linqer hm R I heor you qoi o qttl Tom ' Tom H Yea Belle |tm ' Where doea ahe live’ Tom: Mam Street lun Seen her lately? Tom No ftm Whe a the mattei ' Had a liqhl With her Tom No I went to her houae loai ntqh; and there waa a aiqn on the door. ' 8e.l out Older ■ ao I didn ' t qo in DCriNITION A aquore ' la one who Ihinka Weatarn Umon la a cowboy a ault oi underwear Fine Cakes Home Made Ice Cream 1607 K. (irand Call 6-2415 Jewelers to Iowa Since 1871 jose:phs St. th at Litcusi r es .Moinw Ward Drug r TH .WENtE O CLEANERS The Tire Rebuilding Co. Cornin E Porter. Mgr .tMl6 I ' nixrrail ' Phone 5-2113 Reverend My miaaion U aavlnq qirla Sob Cook: Save a couple tor me Pai •OD ' Boesen, The Florist TbO BOesCN 1165 SIXTH AVK.M F. I s Moim-s 14. Iowa Free Delixerv Phone .t-2991 Shell Can. Oil. Crease -trd and Giand Dea .Moinea. Iowa. Stark’s Bakery 12ih and Grand Compliments of Boftrn ' t Flouer Arei.nnt n tn Pfs Mo,mr Phone 4 4784 O Dcd Hardware and Paint Dunn T ' lwa Stuev 70n(;rjnd .Ax« 4 6151 Compliment of Compidny nine arvl OrvmlMiuwt 3422 Heixer .Axe 7 1416 tfFltKUt Trltgtaflk Newen’s Northland Dairy Eaat 6th and Dea Moinea Street 609 East Locust Street Telephone 4-2117 (fon fAjcduUdiotii, to thjL CioLs. oi, m9 Walliice-IIiiiniisliiiiil Iliiiii|iaiiy PRINTING • BINDING • ENGRAVING 1912 Grand A enue Dial 3 6181 T u JoJt The call certainly raised intriguing thoughts—“Could you do an article on what it was like at Tech during the fifties?” I allowed that I probably could and mumbied something about getting it done in time for deadline—something that is not unusual since I work for a newspaper, but this time I dallied. Was it because I didn’t want to look back? Many restless evenings I sat before the computer wrestling with the story and finally I realized what the problem was; I didn’t want to recognize how naive I was in high school. We lived in a golden era which had just seen the U.S. win major wars on two fronts. Atomic power promised to replace gasoline and electricity. Aviation had, in six short years, gone from fabric covered bi-planes to sleek jets, and we were talking about graduating from the “new” Tech which was the old Solar aircraft building at 18th and Grand. Drugs?-Doctors dispensed them. The President of the United States, why he was the salt of the earth. World War 3. no way. We could whip anybody including the Russkies. We had it great. Tech was the “different” school. Not because of its curriculum, but because we drew from the whole city. And by taking from each and every neighborhood we found that we didn’t have an “area” we could call ours. We had something more important: our individuality. Most of us who opted to go to Tech were loners. Boys and girls with inner visions of “doing something for ourselves and being the better for it.” We learned to assimilate very quickly exchanged for new friends and new views. I found that it was a very good idea to make friends with anyone who had a car. It meant freedom at lunch time. Breaded pork cutlets instead of what the cafeteria had. Our individuality showed in our team efforts. We had tough times with our football teams winning anything. But our individual sports, tennis, swimming, wrestling and track, especially track, all provided winners. After a game we usually went to a local ice cream parlor, most often Reeds, or to a pizza parlor, Noah’s Ark as a rule, and enjoyed. We liked music. Real music. Songs that could be “sung” and listened to without being a candidate for a hearing aid. 34 Some of the stuff was mushy, like “Chances Are” by Johnnie Mathis or “Only You” by the Platters. We also listened to a piano version of “Autumn Leaves” done by Des Moines’ own Roger Williams, or “Sixteen Tons” by Tennessee Ernie Ford. As graduation approached many of us took time to listen in earnest to the words sung by the Four Lads in “Moments To Remember.” We had two rebels: James Dean and a character by the name of Presley. Elvis was big to some of the kids at Tech, but many of us considered him a “Greaser”—this is not an ethnic slur, but applied to anyone who went around with their collars up, their Levis low and greased their hair (usually cut in ducktail fashion, but we called that particular fashion a DeeAy—you figure it out). The girls wore heavy felt skirts with a cutout felt dog near the hem and bermuda shorts had come into fashion, but only on warm weekends. Chino pants were in, Levis were out. Tin belts were in, chain belts were out. Penny loafers (or engineer boots for the you-know whos) were Very big and NOBODY wore tennis shoes except in gym class. And we were told by a survey conducted in a Tech retailing class that boys spent an average of $10.19 for a pair of shoes while girls could buy them for $6.22. Sweaters (not the fancy Angora ones) cost boys about $7 while girls spent nearly $8. Of course a giant mug of root beer at the Park Lane Drive-in was a whole dime. So was a Pepsi-Cola. 7-Up cost us a munificent 7 cents. We had an annual “Sock Hop”—i.e. a dance where everybody took their shoes off. More than one student body ended up on the slick floor of the auditorium. We had a ball. And we had a commonality. We came to Tech with nothing but hope for the future. Hope that there would be a meaningful place in it for us. Tech delivered its side of the bargain: If you listened, you learned. If you learned, you graduated. Our class of 1956 came away with an earned sense of self-worth and more importantly— something to offer the world. It ' s your turn now, match us. —Boris Yaro, Editor For The Los Angeles Times 35 Core Areas - The 50 ' s Sheet Metal Journalism Machine Shop Clerical 36 lournalism Accounting 37 Sheet Metal Clerical Aviation Drafting Journalism 38 Stenographic 50k Senior Prophecy.. Sc n« - Is in the Uvinc room of the William Love home m the year IMO Bill and Nancy are sittmg in front of the fireplace. Nancy IS sewing while Bill is reading the Walter Winrhell column ot 1960 written by his old classmate Milo De Phillips As he reads on down the pag. he secs that Nello Barfoieri now owns a spaghetti palace. “Ann Barr is a professional dancer on broadway. “Don Bailey is now county auditor “George Clark u still chaperoning Bob Ga ' orielson and George Smith out on dates.” Francene Burger and Phylltss Hyde are vacationing in California.” “Frank Zimmerman, the only band leader to use his nose for a baton. IS leading his world renown band, composed of Bob Sullivan. Richard Simpson. Harold Putzier. Carrol Kleinburg. Jim Bowlsby, and Dick Burt.” “Jim Campbell, Bill Christopher. Lynn Sellers, and Bob Clemenson are now playing with the Lcm Angelus rams, and I’ll bet Barbara Woodford is home watching one of those cerUin players on the tele¬ vision set “Bessie Lemon and Peg Petty are now police women in New York. “John Krieder U now editor of the New York Times, with Duane Halderman his Assistant Editor and June Grady his very co-opera¬ tive secretary. “The terrible seven composed of Don Van Cleave. Kenny Lowe. Bill Harper. Elsworth Oates. Ray Hepler. Alvin White, and Dean Hams own their own garage with that little spark plug Russel Linn handling the electrical work. “Donna Hazen and Emma McQuiston are partners in an exclusive women shop. “John MePhearson is down at the comer cigar store doubling for the cigar store Indian while he‘s out to lunch “Jim Bone and Bob Porter are two of the big wheels in T W A. now “The three major spokes of the big wheel are Lee Chilcoate. Ted Anthor y and Tom Bring. “Ivan Adams. Wilmer Larson, and Phil Ehm. are now showing Mr Andreason how to improve the television set “Norma Poortinga. Pat Kelly, and Clara Pinegar are beauty op¬ erators for Bob Bright and Darrel Kellogg, who are now travelmg with the Georgous George troops “ Bill Jones. Jim Pautsch. Bob Schrodt. Bill McClelland and Rod Hammons are still professional bums “Chuck Dorsey is married and is chief buyer for Norman Cassidays of Des Moines.” Phyllis Penn and Vu-ginia Willet are ladies of luxuries from their restaurant business.” “Bob Persinger. Don Smith, Dick Smith and Chuck Whitfield are now professional hot rod drivers. “Bill Smith and Bob Hall are playing in the major leagues. Lee Beck. Bill Nish. Harold Sandahl and Don Kilsares all joined the Foreign Legion and are doing very nicely. “Dave Norris and Bill Sheeler own their own all modem push- ' button farm. “Dorthy Graham and Viola Overton were both married shortly after graduation ” “Charles Pearson. Evelyn Hand. Alan Torgerson. Jermey Rice, and John Grossman are now instructors at the Chicago Art Institute ” Rod Goltry and Jim Creighton own a private airline, shipping onions to Bermuda “ •Larry Clarke. Jim Wall. Norman Knox. Charlie Peterson. Charles Tefft. and Bill Van Iperen. flew a rocket to Mars and haven ' t been heard of since, Harry Cinnamon was last in the Rice Bowl • football ' ' “A beautiful picture of Judy and Jean Williams is currently seen in Look as the ' Toni twins. Ken Gilchrist is their exclusive photogra¬ pher. “Ken Oelkers. Dave Moore. Floyd Baldwin are junior partners in started their own architectural business. “Jack Hayes is chief accompanist to Eddy Arnold ' ' Ted Pike. Bill Harrington. John Rundberg. and Louis Forrest started their own rent-a-rocket business. Stan Rodich took off for the North woods and is now President of a big lumbering company up there.” “Nancy Wood and Dmna White are in Florida, getting a suntan”?? Rosco Bruner. Don Bagley. Bill Baker and Jack Brower are known as the four great B ' s in the Canasta world. “Jim Kirk is still in court trying to have his middle name changed. Delilah Rutt and Carole Dunaway are the private secretaries to tlM big business man. Jim Johnson.” “MatA’in Stanberry is the new Chief of Stall of the U.S Air Force Marilyn Miller, Pauline Wright. Betty Thoren. Mary Louise Stanton and Rita Kastei are now all faithful P.T.A. Mothers of the ZImer C- Bet ' Grammer School “ The Kluesner Bros, and the Kroll Bros are in Washington work¬ ing with the F B I “Don Thomas is running a garage very nicely and profitably.” “Harriet Ziekle is carrying a torch for someone, of course, it ' s her husband he ' s a welder.” “Bill Sargent is the head accountant for the Three-T Printing Company run by Bob Toncar. Tom Timmons and Pat Tilton. •Carrol Morrison u now heavy weight champion of the world, with Harlan Mohr as his manager. “Jean Cross. Dorthy McNemey. and Lulu Lewis are members of the faculty at Tech High Endres Is a large stock holder m the WhiUker, Westadt and Wilson Witch Hazel works. “fi il Spring, Jim Thompson, and Bill Peterson are vacationing on the French Riviera, they go there every six months and stay for SIX months. And now my gentle reader until I get a new spade to dip up some more dirt. I leave you with this parting thought, read my column and Nine New Teachers Added To Tech; Three Are Former Tech Students By Sue Crimes: Camille Campbell Nuie new teachers have been added to Tech ' s faculty this falL Eight of these are men. Mr. Foster, who is teaching Mechanical Drawing and T I, previous¬ ly taught electronics in Southern Illinois. He was bom in Dm Moines, attended Hampton High, and graduated from Iowa SUte. He is marr¬ ied and has 3 children. So far he Ukes Tech, and likes teaching here very much. new radio teacher Mr. Mann, u a North graduate. He did grad¬ uate work at the SUte University of Iowa, Drake University, and Ames before graduating from Des Moines University. He Uught the Si ial Corps here in the Tech biulding before Tech was organized. Radio is his nobby. He is married and has 2 children. His son graduated from Tech two years ago. Nsw Art Teacher Another one of the new teachers is Mr. Watkins, who teaches Refrigeration and Math. He came to us from Wyandotte. Kansas. He u new in Des Moines and says he Ukes our city very much. He is married and has a Uttle girl 1 Hyrs. old. He enjoys bowling and ht es to min a team. Mr. Thomas u one of the three new Commercial Art teachers. He came U us from Ankeny where he Uught at the consolidated school. He was bom in Beloit, Wisconsin and attended Bradley University, and graduated from the SUte University of Iowa. He doesn ' t have any special bobby, but Ukes to fish, hunt and pUy golf. He thinks Tech is a great school and he enjojrs working here. From Kansas Mr. Mitchell is another new art teacher. He had previously been a student teacher, helpmg Miss Brewer with the art classes. He re¬ cently graduated from Drake University, where he majored in art ed¬ ucation. Along with Art Principles and Art Related he teaches His¬ tory 5. He u not married. Ukes good food, and lovei to cook. His main interests right now are making jewelry and designing furniture Mr. Kinzie, who came to us after 13 years at Woodrow Wilson Jr. High, teaches Business OrienUtions. He graduated from Ankei High, and attended Manchester College in Manchester. Indiana. He IS married and has two children. Hu son is in 12B here at Tech, ukmg Machine Shop, and he has a daughter at FrankUn Jr. High. Some of hu interesU are music and sporU He also u interested in football and basketball, besides having many church activities Only One Woman The only new woman teacher here at Tech u Mrs. Rouse. She Uught school at Maryville. Missouri before coming here U Tech. She attend¬ ed Northwestern Missouri SUte Teachers College. Right now. she teaches Food and Clothing and also Hotel and ResUurant. She is mar ried and has four children. Her favonte hobbies are reading and gard¬ ening and she loves to travel. Mr. Marks, another of the three new art teachers here, came to us after teaching at LincoUi for one year. He is a graduate of Tech High. He attended the Cleveland Institute of Art after receiving an Art Scholarship here at Tech. He teaches Art I St II. He is not Mame likes sing, and Ukes art very much. He likes teaching here very much Mr. Harsh, who is a printing teacher, had no previous teaching ex¬ perience before coming to Tech. He u a Tech aduate. He is married and has no children. He thinks very highly of Tech. _ HERS HAV E R 40 the editor asks by iMBto Bmiih Should hifh achool studonta drew up more? All Around the nation, both gtudenU and teach¬ ers are discuwint this question. Most students argue around the point that it cost too much for clothes and cleaning bills. Tech ' s Student Council has s ig- gested that one day in two weeks, or in a month everyone drew up. I feel that this is a good idea, not to often, and both students and parents should encourage it more. When I was a sophomore, there was nothing more that I hated to do than drew up. Now, I like to drew up occasionally because I have found out that a girl goes more for a boy that is better dressed than one who is sloppy. I don’t object to wearing levi ' s that are clean and neat, I wear them quite often to achool and see no harm in it. I asked a few stiidents their opinion on “How do you think high school students should drew for school’’’ The result were: Wyetta Cluster, IIB, Retailing. Boys; Levi’s are all right if not worn too low. Girls: Skirts, swea¬ ters, and dresses are O.K. Barbara Williams, a lOB. Boys: Levi’s are all right if they are not too low. Girls; Skirts, sweaters, blouses, and dresses. She said things at Tech seem to be O.K. the way they are now. Dennis Parker, lOA, Printing. Boys: Shouldn’t have to wear a suit, and if a boy doesn’t want to wear a belt shouldn’t be made to do so. Girls: They look O K the way they are. Lou Hedgecock, IIB, Stenogra¬ phic. Boys: Levi’s are all right if they are worn wb«re are meant to be worn; Ivy Leagues look much better, but not made to wear suits. Girls; They look sharp the way they are. Carole Bemis, 12A, Stenogra¬ phic. Boys; Levi’s are all right if not worn too low, and shirts should be under the belt. Girls: Skirts, sweaters, blouses, or dre¬ sses. Dennis Sandegren, llB, Print¬ ing. Boys: Should wear belts, levi’s O.K., and slacks once in a while Girls: They look alright. Judy Nelson, IIB, Stenographic. Boys; They shouldn’t have to wear suits: levi’s are alright. Girls; Just skirts sweaters and the usual. She also said that she thinks most Tech boys and girls drew pretty sharp. Elizabeth Tumipseed, lOA, Re¬ tailing. Boys: Levi ' Sxare aU right if worn with a belt above the hips. Girls: Casual clothes nothing too formal but not too sloppy either. Larry Gilmore, IIB, Printing. Boys; Belts, shirt in. and levi ' s if not old and ragged. Girls: Just dress neatly Although the plan is not per¬ fect in my opinion, it seems to me that it would get studenU pre¬ pared for a businew life after graduation if they did drew up once in awhile. Cyclone On Roof Blows Away Dust by Dwayne Smith What? A cyclone on the Tech roof. FantasUc, isn’t it? But that’s the name given to the big con¬ traption on the roof. The contraption is a sawdust evacuating system. It is manu¬ factured by the Cyclone Bowpipe Company of Chicago, at a cost of over 124,000 It took two months to install and what you see on the roof is only the beginning. Vent pipes run the length of the Cabinet Making area, and then to the basement. Here’s how it works Air is taken in the scoop-like-shape by a one hundred horsepower fan and forced downward into the pi¬ pes. There an additional fan is nec¬ essary to keep the sawdust mov¬ ing the length of the shop and then down to the basement Some Students Live Outside District But Picked Tech The Technician by Margaret Karlaon Tech has many studenU who baownber 10, iVST live ouUide the school district.- Most of these students have their tuition paid by the schooi board or a school in their district. David Adams, a 12B from Room 313, lives on an acreage near Al¬ toona. His father, or sometimes a neighbor, brings him to and from school. David had his choice of at¬ tending Runnels, Altoona, or any other Des Moines high school but he decided on Tech because he wanted special training in electri¬ city, which is hu core area. His tuition is paid by the achool board because his elemenUry school had no high school. He spends many of his evenings around his hwne neighborhood but comes into Des Moines often. Kenneth Brady, IIB, comes from 429 which is the Machine Shop homeroom. Ken lives on 10 acres in Carbondale, Iowa. He had his choice of Altoona High School or any of the Des Moines High Schools because Carbondale does not have a high school. His tuition is paid by Carbondale. Ken chose Tech because he wanted a good course in machine shop. He has a car of his own and drives to and from achool. He comes to Des Moines quite often at night through the week to see his girl. PuUdlUtd and P d4%Ud Moinml mok Stud m Hti The Technician Des Moines, Iowa _ Voi 21 Issue i Helicopter Flies Into Avaition Lab To Use b Training From room 315 comes Pat Duff, a 12B student in the Clerical core area. Pat is on Co-op and works at Standard Security Corporation. Pat had her choice of Altoona High School and Tech. Her father helped her decide on Tech. She also wanted the advantages of Tech’s business courses. Pat lives in Capitol Heighu and has her tuition paid by West Independence She drives her car to and from school and work each day Since she lives so close to Des Moines. m:ny of her evaning are «p� nt ir Tech’s Aviation Laboratory has added a helicopter to its fleet of 10 planes. Even though these planes are grounded, they are us¬ ed by StudenU in the aviation lab¬ oratory for the purpose of instru¬ ction and tranmg of aviation mechanics. The laboratory is located at E. Eighteenth street and Euclid Avenue. There are 75 boys who work on the planes. They take the planes apart and put them to¬ by Janies Thomas gether, but don’t fly them. The laboratory received the hel¬ icopter as a gift from the army. Major Theo Moore, Army avia¬ tion adviser of the 34th National Guard Divuion, flew the hehcop- ter which is a Hiller H23A from Boone to the laboratory. The plane was transfered still in fly¬ ing condition, but outmodeled for army or national guard use. Moore said that the Hiller heli¬ copter is a 1051 model with a 178-horsepower engine. It cost about 135,000 when built. Although the boys didn’t get to ride m it they welcomed it very enthusiasticaly. Since Tech has acquired the heUcopter a suggestion might be that It could be used to trans¬ port the aviation studenU back and forth to the laboratory, but in all probability it won’t be used for this purpose, says Mr. Wiles, one of the three instructOTS at the laboratory town. Gene Harelson is a lOB at Tech He is from homeroom 304. Gene lives in Four-Mile Township. Gene went to Pleasant Hill Elementary School and from there to Wood- row Wilson. He chose Tech as the high school he wished to attend over E t High. A bus picks him up at his home and takes him to Elast 30 and Walnut StreeU. Here he catches the Ingersoll bus to get to Tech. Gene decided on Tech because of the radio course which is his core area. These four are a representation of the over 30 students that are now attending Tech High School that live outside the school dis¬ trict They have chosen the school that gives them the best training in the fields they are interested in. LOAN LEAGUE ESSAY DUE DECEMBER 12 by Bob Jonas Des Moines Savmg and Loan League is sponsoring a Thrift Week Essay contest. All persons wanting to enter the essay contest for senior high school StudenU should have an essay ready no later than Dec¬ ember 12, 1958. All entries should not be more than 500 words and written on sUndard size paper Topic of the essay is; Save and Build - It’s Your Future. There will be three Polk county winners. First place prize is $75; second $50; and third $24. Last year. Barry Tillotsoa from Tech won third prize. Twelve wiruiers are awarded to each high school. First prize for the best essay in the high school IS $10 and second prize is $5 The ten other winners receive tickeu to Holiday on Ice. Last year, Dennis Winget won first prize and Pat Duff won second prize from Tech. where it enters a hopper to be picked up by trucks. Perhaps the information given above will help clear up numer¬ ous and ridiculous stories about the system. The size of the system IS comparable to that of a water tower with the legs cut off. Girl From Brooklyn Tells Differences Linda Cook, Judy Meyer Between School There And Tech High Younkers Board by C ' arole Bemis You have probably noticed the new girl in home room 228. who is 5 ' 3li ' tall, has black hair and blue-green eyes and a cute East¬ ern accent. She is Frances McEvoy and comes to us from New Utrecht High in Brooklyn. New York. Life is much different for her this year as she has to adjust to living in a smaller town and at¬ tending a much smaller school. She likes Tech because it is mod¬ em and pretty but misses Brook¬ lyn as she likes it better than Des Moines. The school she attended in Brooklyn has between 7,000 and 8,000 students. It was divided into a m and p.m students, according to subjects taken. The a m. stu¬ dents start school at 8 10 a m. and get out not later than 2:30. The p.m. students start school at 11 15 a.m. and get out at 3:30. Subjects. Frances says, are much harder here than Brooklyn and she spends about all of her free time after school doing homework In Brooklyn, the school has an assembly every week, but since it is so large only half the students see one assembly and the other half attends the next assembly Frances likes our assemblies be¬ cause they are more comical and fun. Their lunch room is three times as large as ours and she says you don ' t have such a hard time find¬ ing a seat She misses the Brook¬ lyn school lunches because they had a much larger selection of food. We have many more social ac¬ tivities than they do in Brooklyn because teachers there do not feel that they should have to come back to the school at night to sponsor such activities. As for fashions, she does not think that the girls here are up to date. For instance, the leotards, or tights, have long been a fad in Brooklyn and are now just catch¬ ing on here. Also, most girls there wear the knee-length pleated skirts. She says she hasn’t noticed any of those on girls here. boys in Brooklyn almost aii wear their hair in the longer style and she notices that a lot of boys here wear the ’’crew cuts’’. She thinks their cute Also, boys in Brooklyn wear dress pants to school instead of dungarees (her term for levi’s). From her experiences in going down town here so far. she has noticed that prices on everything, especially clothes, are much more expensive than down town Brook¬ lyn. She says you would pay about $11 for a sweater here that you could get for only $6 in Brooklyn by Arvana Pigg— Two representatives are chosen from each high school every year to be a member of the Younkers Teen Board. In order to be a member, each girl writes a letter telling why she wants to be on the Teen Board. The girls with the best letters are qualified to be on the Teen Board The two representatives from Tech are Linda Cook and Judy Meyer. Each girl is assigned one Sat¬ urday out of every month to style and sell clothes. They also wnte an article for the Teen Board newspaper Know Your Cort Area : Painting and DecoroHng Painting and Decorating Has 100 per cent Of Graduates Working At This Skill by Beverly Joy • Any boys coming into the Painting and Decorating core area must possess a willingness to vork. must possess an apprecia- KHi of seeing things accomplished and his goal in mind must be steady employment after gradua¬ tion. This is the opinion of Mr John Cooper, co-ordinator and in¬ structor of Painting and Decorat¬ ing. the highest paid ($1.52 per hour) Co-op area at Tech. This is one of the smaller core areas, sometimes with as few as three graduates. All. however, are assured of employment with paint¬ ing contractors, paint manufac¬ turers. or similar companies ' This core area holds a record of 100 per cent placement of all gradu¬ ates. The training in this area in¬ cludes; lettering, and sign paint¬ ing. refinishing of furniture and fianelling Students learn interior decorating for offices and homes, this includes planning of color schemes and wall-papering Also included in the course of instruc¬ tion are street decorations and all other things related to voca¬ tional painting. Kvioences oi the work done by the boys in Painting and Decorat¬ ing can be seen in various areas of the building; the numbering and lettering of all auditorium seals, the Beat Lincoln’’ tor East, etc • signs which appear over the main entrance in the lobby In addition, these boys wdl paint all the stage equipment, and all factory equip¬ ment in the various shops: and, any furniture refinishing which needs to be done will, most likely, be finished by tKis department The advantages received by this department by moving to the new Tech are greater floor space, in¬ dividual classrooms, new equip¬ ment. more modern storage facili¬ ties. and clean up areas Senior Pay Dues by Karen Aldrich January senior dues are paid to Sondra Benson, senior class treasurer, this semester at the ticket sales window. The dues are paid every two weeks in four insullments of $3.00 each or a toUl of $12.00. The money goes tor senior cap and gown, the yearbook, the banquet and other parties, and incidental expenses of the Seniors. 42 December 21, 1951 PuiiuUmd €md PniHltd tUm Moutmd 1mok SittdmHid THE TECHNICIAN DES MOINES. IOWA VoL 9 Issue 3 Interesting Data Brothers Sbtcrs Here st Tech Have you noticed many last T - ROOM OPEN FOR BUSINESS names seem to be the same around school? Yes, it seems we have forty-four students here at Tech who are brothers and sisters. If at times you think you’re seeing dou¬ ble don’t be alarmed because out of these forty-four students there are four sets of twins. The names of these students are as follows: Richard and Beverly Adams, Sher- ilyn and Marilyn Anderson (twins), Irene and Catherine Addis, Flora and Valentine Acquino, Charies and Barbara Black, Jerry and Larry Card who are twins, Floyd and Marjorie Christopher, Carrole and Bill (3onnett, Don and Frank Find¬ ley, Jim and Don Gabrielson, Byron and John George, John and James Grinstead, La Verne and Evelyn Grant, John and Theodore Grant, Mardell and Marilyn Graham, Orum and Harlan Gochenour, Flor¬ ence and Shirley Jean Hunter, Jen- ine and John Collett, Marilyn and Wendell Hayden, Carl and Pete Jorgensen, Don and Ron Kindred (twins), Kay and Willard Lancas¬ ter, Carl and Cleo Moses, Bob and Richard Ritchart (twins), Dorothy and Joe Rynearson, Robert and Dale Solems, George and Marcia Goddard, George and Larry Snook, Norma and Lois Sorenson, Paul and Lawrence Wieland, Bill and Warren Weathers, Barbara and Betty Munyon, Phillip and Dwight McClaskey, Leona and Mildred Mc¬ Kay, Dick and Leah Northrup, Jerry, Peggy, and Polly Owens, Wayne and Keith Peugh, Norma and Robert Pritchard, Marjie and Harriet Reed, Sheldon and Stanley Stout, Paul and Bert Stilwell, Sally and Diana Sprinkle, Louise and Larry Sillman. There they are, kids, all forty-four of them. Students from Other Birthplaces Where did you ha l from ? Many different answers come from this question, as we have students here at Tech from sixteen states, includ¬ ing Arkansas, California, Colorado, Illinois, Indiana, Kansas, Michigan, Minnnesota, Missouri, Nebraska, Oklahoma, South Dakota, Tennes¬ see, Texas, Vermont and West Vir¬ ginia. Also included are Riga, Lat¬ via, Canada, and Alaska. This information was furnished by Miss Collins, Tech’s Nurse. StaAduii Ball The Christmas “Stardust” dance was held in Tech’s auditorium Dec. 16, with music for dancing fur¬ nished by a Don Hoy unit lead by Wally Cudgell. The decorations helped to carry out the Stardus t” theme very nicely, with the balcony decorated with Christmas trees and stars. Setting off the orchestra was a background of white. On the front of the stage was white jew’eled pa¬ per with sparkling stars. Much credit goes to the senior art class for their help with the decorating. Under the south side of the bal¬ cony was the refreshment table, also featuring the “Stardust” idea in its decorations. Who and Where in the Co-op Field Did you know that Tech has 51 co-ops in the field this year? Many and interesting are their core-areas: stenographic, clerical, retailing, refrigeration, auto-die¬ sel, drafting, cabinet making,elec- tricty, and printing. Their part- time jobs give them valuable tr¬ aining beyond the class room, and the compensation received helps the purse too. Miss Wheeler, Mr. Hartley, and Mr. Sherbo are the co-ordinators. Miss Wheeler Stenographic Nancy Baldwin, Schweiker, Sch- weiker; Carol Bly, Iowa Bankers; Mayme Brown, Atlas Finance Co.; Kaye Duncan, Household Fin¬ ance; Florence Hunter, Board of Education; Barbara Munyon, Re¬ tail Grocers; C lda O’Connell, Pe psi-Cola; Byrlee Perin, Younkers; Norma Sorensen, Hopkins Sport¬ ing Goods Co.; Patty Spowart, Sc¬ hool Board; Joanne Taylor, Ind¬ ependent School Dis.; Beverly Terrell, New England Mutual; Betty Toncar, Tri-States Theater Co.; Mary Lou Boeder, Callanan (Continued on page four) PEP CLUB As of December 7, the Pep Club has sold about 1200 basketball schedule pencils. The top sellers were Donna .Mouser and Sally Sprinkle, who together sold 209, and Billy Vaughn, who by himself sold 144. Service Club The Service Club is working on Christmas tree decorations for the Veterans Hospital and the State Hospital at Woodward. Some of the members helped decorate fifty Christmas trees at the Veterans Hospital. The club is giving a box of candy and cookies to a 23 year- old paralysis victim whom they have “adopted”. Mrs. Tarman made four dozen cookies for the Junior Red Cross to give to the Veterans Hospital. Other high schools are doing similar work. ERRy XMAJ. Students pictured are working in the T-Room here at Tech. They are; Marjorie Snook, Beulah Hodges, Lowell Yancy, Harold McCaw, Billie Vaughn, Helen Williamson, Richard Kimbley. ajJuo t SUtuu P%� iM4UmtL la Qi U Tech High girls were presented again this yqar with “Paint!box Fashions for the Modem. Miss.” The program was sponsored by Mrs, Greene and her tailoring class. The clothing styled was made and presented by Miss Heinz. The object of the style show was to show teen-agers the appropriate clothing for school and the styles suited best for their figure. The show also dealt with budg¬ eting and blending colors for dif¬ ferent types of girls and the fashion for “51”. The models were selected from our own group of girls. They were Glendora Smith, Cleo Moses, Max¬ ine Channon, Carolyn Warren, Jane Plummer, Yvonne Lawrence, Carol Oakes, Dee Weeda, Mary Ricket, Bonnie Spratt, Sally Sprin¬ kle, Donna Mouser, Shirley Bergar, Charlene Warren, Sandra Sprin- youlo, Betty Munyon, Dorothy Lint, Nona Martin, Lillian Boyce, and Ruby McConicey, who introduced our speaker. Miss Heinz. Quarter-backs Entertain The lettermen football banquet was held at the Hotel Savery, 6:30, December 5. The sponsors of the banquet were members of the Des Moines Quarter-back Club. One of the main events of the program was the awarding of the trophy to John Bright as the “greatest ama¬ teur football player of ’61.” The speaker of the evening was “Red” Grange, the All-American from the University of Illinois. The guests were the letter win¬ ners from the city’s high schools, Drake’s varsity. Valley, and Dow¬ ling. The letter winners who attended from Tech were: Bill Page, Roger Fields, Russell Ghaston, Berle Gi- vant, Alden Norem, Jim McKee, John Van Houten, LeRoy Huss, Bill Cowles, Floyd Carley, Dick Fogar¬ ty, Chuck Wisler, Bill Weathers, Bob Mercer, Dan Horrigan, John Rumour, Jerry Owens, Kirby Mc¬ Guire, Bob Thornton, Ben Roderick, Don Simmons, Don Graves, Don Gabrielson, and Jack Grant. OUR “T ” ROOM If you should stroll down the West side of the second floor and into 241, you’d very likely see some kids scurrying around as if they were very busy, and they are. Their big job is taking care of the T room and their core-area is Hotel and Restaurant Management. The boys and girls you will see there are Marjorie Snook, Man¬ ager; Beulah Hodges, Assistant Manager; Lowell Yancy, Head Chef; Harold McCaw, Assistant Chef, Billie Vaughn, Salad Maker; Helen Williamson, Head Baker; and Richard Kimbley, Assistant Baker. Now, to give you a run down on what these jobs consist of, Marjorie Snook, the manager, checks menus, orders the grvoceries for the succeeding day, and also sees that all have their recipes for the day. Beulah Hodges, assistant manager, helps in the cooking and preparing of meals. Harold Mc¬ Caw helps with the baking and does other jobs around the kitchen. Billie Vaughn does all of the vege¬ table dishes, and prepares the salads. Anything in the line of sal¬ ads, he takes care of. Helen Wil¬ liamson does the baking. ' This in¬ cludes donuts, cakes, pies, cookies, and other baking items. Lowell Yancy, the head chef, helps prepare the meals and figures out how it should be served. Richard Kimbley helps Helen with the many duties of baking. The beginning of this core-area was in 1949 with just tw® people. They did their work in the cafe¬ teria to credit for the course. Mrs. Tampan started teaching this core-area about three semesters ago, and has outlined an interest¬ ing and practical course. The new “T” ROOM is beautiful and is well taken care of, as I could well see when I walked into it for the first time. It has all new fur¬ nishings and carries out decora¬ tions of green and yellow. Room 241 which was a store room now is a very modem kitchen, with stainless steel, brown linoleum floors, and all tables that are worked on are of maple. The girls have to wear white dresses and the boys wear white jackets and trousers. ' The “T” ROOM has a number of guests from other schools and from the school board, and can be rented out for certain parties and school activities such as birthday parties and such. Students will not be able to eat In the “T” ROOM at present, but might be able to later on. Mrs. Tarman said after things were more organized the students would be able to bake and prepare things for parties and personal reasons, things such as cakes, donuts, and pastries of all kinds. ' The group also pays close attention on the finances, by that I mean that they have to know what they spend and what their profit is. Mrs. Tarman said, “We want to be self-support¬ ing in time,” which will take a lot of careful economizing. By Audrey Henderson It won’t be long until Christ¬ mas comes along. Most of the highways I suppose will be dot¬ ted with wreclu and mishaps all over the country. If people don’t know how to drive, then why do it, I often wonder. They either get into a car and see juifi how fast it will go or go out on the highway and race with some of their friends and endanger the lives of some of the more careful drivers. Recently while I was reading the paper, Isaw on the front page where six persons were killed in Michigan. The (Continued on page fotir) A Good Hovo Vaccrtionl The Technician PaJUilUmd and P mimd Moinmd, Stud nU Good Luck Senionl J une 6 , 1956 _ THE TECHNICIAN DES MOINES, IOWA _ Vol. 17 Issue 5 Tech ' s Largest Senior Class To Graduate Senior Will... We the Senior CI«m of Dee Moines Technical School. In the year nineteen hundr and flfty-sIx. having completed our high school education with required number of credlU for graduation, and being In possession of sound minds, but Questioned at times by certain faculty members of the above said Institution, do will and bequeath the following Items by the Individual members of the above ftAid class I Wayne Aldlnger. do will my experience here at Tech to Ronnie Williams I Jackie Allen, do bequeath all my good times here at Tech to Joan Cline . I. Glenn Amber, do bequeath my combination lock to any lOB with enough edu � tlon to remember 5 numbers ... I. Dora Anderson, do will my Dositlon as majorette to anyone, who thinks they can get to school at 8;00 . IJanet Anderson, do will all my good times at Tech to Janet Meiical ... 1. Rosalie Anderson, do will my baton to any girl who has a head of Iron ... I. Betty Jean Ashley, do will my diplonrut to Nancy Allen because she might not aet one of her own ... 1. Jerry Backens. do bequeath my large T-Square to Frank Squires so he can put It to use ... I. Larry Baker, do bequeath to anyone who takes chemistry ... the fun and work I ' ve had at East High . 1 Zlg Balodls. do bequeath my unfinished projects In Radio to ArnU Springis 1 Art Barker, do will almost all of my telephone numbers to Doug Chris¬ tensen who I know will use them wisely ... 1. Beverly Barqulst. do will to Barbara Daniels, all the good times we had that semester In 119 .. . I. Jean Beardsley do will all my good times hei-e at Tech to my little brother Jimmie, who I hope will be coming to Tech In 15 years ... I. James Beard, do will my homeroom to the coming sophomores ... 1. Larry Beem. do will all the fun I ' ve had at Tech to the future studenu. So Loag, Scalers, Good-Bye 1 Jo Ann Beers, do will Shirley Keaton, all the wonderful times I ' ve had at Tech I Jerry Belluchl. do will to Dennis Lund my parking place up the street away from trouble ... 1. Jim Bevins, do bequeath to Joe Monlegulse my ability to get out of doing homework ... I. Richard Biddle, do will my front seat In science class to any new lOB who can use It ... 1. Arthur A. P. Black Jr do will to Ronald McClain my success In the ' entertainment field at Tech 1 Bob Bliss, do will my old wrecked SS Ford to Gary Holton who drives a motorcycle ... I. HerU Elizabeth BogataJ. do will to Phyllis Donhowe the Drivllege of being a once-a-week-glrl ' In gym. which all the senior girls In Art wjoy ... 1. Karen Boothe, do will to Pat Heuermann my ability to get my work done at school and not to have to lake It home ... 1. Joe Bromhall. do bequeath to Dick Mallern all those wobbley three-joln locks In Machine Shop 1 Chuck Brlghlwell. do will to Gene Lenhari my seal In assemblies 1 Richard Brown, do bequeath the repair parU for the juke box to any poor soul willing to repair It ... I. Bob Brown, do will to any lOB student who happens lo gel Aviation for a core area, my luck (?) In not passing the IMU . . I. Robert Brown, do will all my good limes and fun at Tech lo Gene Smith . . . 1. George L. Bruce, do will Richard Bruce the great limes I ' ve had at Tech and the ability lo penny-pinch money for college ... I, Larry Dale Cairns, do b queath my knowledge of the new Tech blueprlnU to the first lOB to enter the new building. Lots of Lack, Seniors 1. Camelle Elaine Campbell, do will all my good times here at Tech and my job In the lunchroom lo Annette Nemo ... I. Carolyn Jean CarlMn. do will my messy locker lo Harry Davis In hopes he ' ll clean It out ... 1. Larry Gray- don Carpenter, do will my good clean record lo any underclassman who would be untoriunaie lo receive It ... I. Danny C ier. do bequeath all undei class- men the best of luck In all classes, especially In Auto-Dlesel ... 1. Douglu Gregg ChrUlensen. do will to Stan Dalby my space In the parking lot . . . I. Uoyd E. Christiansen, do will lo all the future Dough Boys In my core-area all unpaid bills and past enemies and past feminine acquaintances and my mule Francis to Bob Norris ... I. James Eugene Church, do will my worn out Levis and my hard chair In Mr. Fettkether ' s homeroom to any new lOB willing lo accept the hardships mentioned above ... 1. Jack B. Cline, do will one slightly used third class Radio Operator License lo any future Radio student who might need It ... I. Shirley Ann Collins, do bequeath my cheerleading uniform to any future cheerleader and I hope she will wear It with as much honor as 1 have 1 Sandra Condon, do will Albert Kolowski all the good times that I ' ve had at Tech ... I. Wayne E. Colter, do will my well used T-square to Rosebud . . I. Janice Ellen Cruchelow. do will all my good times and troubles to Ruthle Denison ... 1. Edward E. Cullen, do will nothing to nobody; I ' m taking It all with me ... 1. James G. Cunlon. do bequeath my bumps and bruises to the new boys going out for football ... I. William A. Daggett, do bequeath my rights tb any veteran In this school. May Yoar Fntare Be Bright I Sue Ann Davenport, do will my ability lo anger the entire wrestling tearn. from 98 pounds to heavyweight. In 8 column Inches In the Technician ... I. Barbara Davis, do will all the swell limes I ' ve had at Tech and all the training I ' ve received In Commercial Art lo all Art 4s... I. Ronald Lee Davis, do will my great love for math to Gary Howell ... 1. William Herbert Denny, do will my Co-op job lo any printing student who qualifies ... I. Gwendolyn Adella DleU, do bequeath my good limes and messy locker In Tailoring class lo Marilyn Kinney ... 1. Glenn Douglas, do will my old dirty paint clothes lo any new student ... I. Edward Lee DuBols. do will my old used tool box to anyone who wanu It ... I, Gladys Lynn Dunaway, do will all the wonderful times I ' ve had lo any future students ... I, Terry J. Eaton, do bequeath to the students and faculty of Tech High all of the luck In the world In the new building ... I. Gray Wallace Engard. do will my efficient filing system In locker 238 lo Glen Prewill and my genuine 27-hour day time schedule to Jim Stevens ... I. Charles Enochs, do will all my old books lo anyone who will take them . . I. Richard Thomas Evall. do will all my troubles with padlocks In my years at Tech to Chuck Oxley, or any other light fingered sophomore I Joanne Farell. do will to Sharon Shrlver my ability lo keep our locker clean ... 1. Mary Jane Fees, do will all my good times here Tech to my sisters. Judy and Karen ... I. Delorls Ilene Fisher, do all the trouble I ' ve had with my upside down lock lo my cousin. Marjorie Fisher . . . 1. Phyllis Jane Fleming, do will, bequeath, give away, and gel rid of my ability to sell a plastic key chain or desk sign to people who don ' t need them lo any¬ one who can use the talent lo good avail. We ' ll MIm Yoa. Seniors I Allan Ford, do will my black slacks lo anyone with legs long enough to reach from one end to the other ... I. Cleone F. Garrels. my ability to be late to history class to Janice Bennett . • • J. Mary n Onot se. do will my sister Roselle, all the fun I have had here at Tech ... I. G la Rose Glenn, do will to my sister Rose Galr Glenn, a lOB next wmesier. the job of Chief Sampler In the Pantry ... I. Ronald Eugene Gordon will my grades In Radio to Bob Reed ... I. Phyllis Annette Grant, do will Elaine Ross and Sherry Robinson all the wonderful times I ' ve had at Tech In iny senior year I James D. Graves, do bequeath my speed lo Jack Pratt . . . I. Morton Robert Graves Jr., do will my track clothes and track shoes and all my senior credlU to my brother Phillip, so he can graduate early . I. ErnMt Glen Grimes, do will all my aviation books and good grades to Artie Pepin ... I. Gary Hall, do bequeath all Cessna 170 ' s without brakes to Dick Wilson i Orald E. Harn. do will my wrestling ability and the fun I ve had at Tech to Bemle Erickson ... I. Alan Harvey, do will my go gradM and friends In Welding lo all future Welding studenU ■ • L ‘1‘ii ' 11111 all my brains lo my sister. Gretchen Hayter ... I. Gary Hector, do will all my books and homeroom lo Ronnie Herteen. Don ' t Forget Tech High I. Thomas Helmback. do bequeath my cap to Moe Eubanks, so that the IlghU won ' t get In his eyes when he goes up for a ‘hot ...LJo Ann Har¬ binger do will all the wonderful limes I ' ve had here at Tech to my cousin. Edwana Senecaut ... I. Philip Hickman, do bequeath my parking ce to Jim Walker and his future Dodge ... I. Todd Hill, do will to my tube of Gasola In the RE shop ... I. Elizabeth Howe, do will my ability to walk in high heel, to Carol and Jeannle . 1. Ron Hoyt do w� � my n club to Verne Cubbage ... 1. June Huitt do will my brother. 3all. w 1 be a lOB In September, all the many tlmw I ve had here at Twh . 1. rt Humeslon. do will my law to anyone who Is smart J Commercial Law?? ... I. Arlene Hunt, do will my art board to some lucky Con ' i to pago 2. .. Tech’s Travis And Riders’ Darby Combine Fast Mile; Class Leader by Boris Yaro Running step in step in most of the great mile events around the state are the two senior class presidents of Tech and Roosevelt, Brian Travis and John Darby. Besides being class presidents, both are known to their classmates as ’‘brains” and both are first class college material. “Always exciting,” exclaimed Tech’s senior class president, Brian Travis, when he was asked how he felt about running against Roosevelt’s Darby. For those who do not follow the sports pages, both Travis and Darby run the mile and both have t( times for high school runners. Brian’s fast¬ est time is 4:32.8 and John’s is 4:34 .Vi. These fellows have run against each other about 10 times and so far, John has the edge on the Tech runner as far as crossing John Darby, Roosevelt’s 1956 senior class president, is a tall, lanky, studious sort of a fellow with a very mischievous grin. In other words, very personable. John is a popular senior and is well stacked with academic sub¬ jects since he is carrying a full course with such subjects as math, science. English, and history. In spite of this heavy schedule he is able to maintain a high grade average as he is in the upper ten per cent of the senior class. Presidents Run a Fast Mile: Travis and Darby the tape first is concerned. John has beaten Brian seven times to three. Brian Travis is a quiet, almost bashful individual. He is not striking in stature, standing about 5’3” in his sweat socks and he always maintains an almost som¬ ber look on his face. To hear him speak you would think that he was a native of our more western states for he speaks with a defi- nate western drawl. To find him is not hard. Just look for a group of athletes talk¬ ing about athletics and there will be Brian. For such a quiet individual, Travis is popular. He has held many honored positions such as president of the senior class and Student Court judge. He has served on various committees and while doing a ll this, he keeps above average grades. The best thing that has hap¬ pened to Brian is, as a result of three years of hard training, he now has a scholarship to the University of Kanas, one of the great track schools in the nation. Rev. Wells Speaks At Baccalaureate Baccalaureate services were held June 3 at 3:00 P.M. in the auditorium with the speaker be¬ ing Rev. Cecil A. Wells. Pastor ot the Union Park Methodist Church. The senior committee for Bac¬ calaureate was: Nancy Pering, Larry Miller. Max Miller, Ilene Roby, Marshsall Wunder, Ron Lovlyn, Pat Hayter, Larry Wid- ney, Ruth Piercy, Denny McBride, Frances Hunter, Bob Humeston, June Huitt, Dick Olin, and Carol Stout. Co-Chairmen were Joann Farrell and Ron Jones. Chuck Brightwell, 12A, Fett- kether homeroom...came from Harding...likes pizza and Loma... dislikes work of any kind and likes horseback riding. When asked if Travis being in a race made any difference, John replied, “Look at my times.” And sure enough, every time Brian was in a race, John’s time for the run would be as much as 10 seconds faster. When asked about other activi¬ ties, John said, “No, nothing that I can think of, umm, let’s see, I was—” and then he let fly with several positions of esteem. Here are a few: president of the city Youth for Christ, vice-president of the Boys Club at TRHS, and Student Congress. Without one second ' s hesitation when asked what are his favorite colors, John said blue and white. “Always exciting, exclaimed Terry Eaton Wins J. A. Convention Trip Terry Eaton of Tech was one of nine Junior Acheivers to be honored with a free trip to the National Junior Acheivement Convention, August 19 thru 24. at Miami University, Oxford, Ohio. Terry is a 12A from Mr. Wat¬ kins’ homeroom. He was a mem¬ ber of the Silco Chemical Com¬ pany. sponsored by Armstrong Rubber Company. His sales total¬ ed about $155 during the J. A. year. He received $70.15 in wages and commissions combined and had a bonus of $27.00. Terry was vice-president of his company the last half of the pro¬ gram. Silco received the first place award in the company eflicency contest. Terry, whose core area is Re¬ tailing, works at Dahls on co-op. He feels he has learned much about the operation and running of a business as a result of his seven months in the J. A. pro¬ gram and is ’ooking forward to the national convention. Ronnie Kerr from homeroom 404 received a national honor company certificate for his Jun¬ ior Acheivement company. Public Relations Man From Maytag Speaks To Seniors About 218 seniors will receive their diplomas tomorrow night in the auditorium at 8:00 p.m. The address will be given by E. F. Butler. Public Relations Direc¬ tor, of The Maytag Company. The Reverend Carl E. Elgena, pastor of Grand View Park Baptist church, will give the Invocation. The band will play 3 numbers March Pontificale by Gounod, Redwood by Cofield, and To a Wild Rose by MacDowell. Mr. Betz will present the class for graduation and a member of the Board of Education will pre¬ sent the diplomas. The Benedic¬ tion will be given by Reverend Elgena. Roman Theme Decorates Prom Bob Ballard and Rae Moss were crowned King and Queen of the Senior Prom in the auditorium on May 12. Other canidates for King and Queen were: Pat King- kade, Rosalie Anderson, Jo Aim McClish, Bonnie Leake, Joe Mul¬ lins, Doug Vaughan, Ron Jones, and Brian Travis. The theme of the prom was a Roman Garden. The auditorium was decorated in true Roman fashion. A huge statue of Athena goddess of wisaom, was piaceo m the canter of the dance fl X)r. Mr. Watkins, Refrigeration core area instructor, created a misty foun¬ tain from dry ice. Flowers and Roman colums added to the de¬ corations. Art students designd and decor¬ ated the dance floor. They were: June Huitt, Eddie Cullen, Cecil Ogle. Joel Nichols, Barbara Davis Marilyn Slaymaker, Judy Taylor, Louis McCall, Shirley Ray, Arlene Hunt, Charles Cozad, Karen Nash, Boris Yaro, and Joann Larson. Mr. Dowd and his electricity studnts helped with the lighting and Mr. Oleson’s radio boys ran the P. A. system. Banquet Theme Features Tunes For Senior-A s The Senior Banquet was Friday May 25 at Younkers Tearoom with the theme of “Hit ’Tunes of 56”. The theme was carried out in flowers and records. The color scheme was black, blue, and white. Speakers were Brian Travis, president of the class; Mr. Fett- kether; senior homertwm teacher; and Mr. Betz, Tech’s principal. Jean Beardsley and George Mor¬ ris read the will and prophecy which was written by June Huitt and Cecil Ogle. Phylis Fleming played her accordian and JoAnn McClish and Aruthur Black sang. Jerry Belluchi, Janet Anderson, Lloyd Christiansen, Alice Camp¬ bell, Mike Treanor, Jean Beards¬ ley, Richard Brown, Deloris Fish¬ er. Larry Baker Jim Graves, Phyl¬ lis Grant, Bill Denny, Rose Glenn, and Jim Nelson were on the ban- a uet committee. Carol Pullen and feorge Morris were co-chairmen of the committee. CLASS DAY PROGRAM Class Day was held in the auditorium today. An account of the senior activities and achievements was given and a program sponsored by the seniors in speech 2 classes was pressented. ’The program was under the direction of Mr. Joy. Tech Awarded Hotel Scholarship by ! •▼• Rom Des Moines Tech has been awarded a $1,000 scholarship by the Ellsworth Milton Sutler Education Fund. Mrs. Tarman, ResUurant instructor, will pre¬ sent this award to the most out¬ standing student in that area. The scholarship is good for any college. If the student keeps his grades high the first year, he can go on for a four-year course, in either Hotel or ResUurant train¬ ing. The local HoUl ResUurant Committee is composed of Mr. Lyle McNabb, Mr. Ed Boss, Mr. Tom Dusenbury, Mr. Earl Revell, executive secretary of the Iowa ResUurant Association, and Mrs. Tarman. The winner will be announced in the next issue. THE TECHNICIAN May 14, 1958_THE TECHNICIAN DES MOINES, IOWA Vol. 20 Issue 8 Tech Students To Enjoy Modern Building Next Semester Homerumors By Cynthia Larson This is a new idea for the Technican. It’s a column of homeroom news. It may not be much, but perhaps you will get a kick out of know¬ ing who ' s what where. The information for this column was collected by some of the Jour¬ nalism One studenu. They were: Gail Fluke, «ierry Truitt, Mary Ann Daniels, Jim McCaflin, Nancy Jackson, Gloria Beavers, and Sharon Sones. One Hundred Per Cent Mr. Gillespie’s lOB homeroom has 100% S. A. T. sales. . .Maxine Hardesty and Paul Jordon are Service Club represenUtives for Mr. Mayo’s homeroom.. Jamce Payne is secretary in Mr. Silvey’s home¬ room. . .Mr. Thomas’ homeroom sold 29 S.A.T.’s out of an enrollment of 31...Mr. C. C. Smith’s homeroom also has 100% S.A.T. sales. Sell Candy Miss Agnew’s lOA homeroom is selling candy to raise funds.. .Miss Berry’s and Mr. Squires homeroom sold vanila to raise money for the new Tech. Mary Ewald is in charge of S. A. T.’s in Mr. Blair’s home¬ room. . Mr. J. Barlow’s and Mr W. Barlow’s homeroom filled a jar of money for their project.. Rose Marie Johnson is Mr. Clark’s homeroom Service Club represenUtive. Mr. Fischer’s homeroom raised $80 by throwing eggs at Mr. Fischer.. Mr. Foster’s homeroom sold 96 boxes of candy... Mr. Hartley’s home¬ room is all boys.. .Donna Redmon sold the most Aerosal products in the school. She is in Mrs. Knutson ' s homeroom.. .Mary Lou Padellford is Service Club representative for Mrs. Mack ' s homeroom. . Mr. Mish¬ mash’s homeroom has 6 members on the honor roll.. .Mr. Tannatt’s homeroom sold candy and contributed $1 each to the new Tech fund. Each Give $1 Sharon Warner is both Service Club representative and S. A. T. chairman for Mr. Tuomi’s homeroom. . Mr. Williams’ homeroom contri¬ buted $1 each to the fund. Mr. Davenport’s llA homeroom has Student Council vice president Sharon Bennett in it.. .Miss Farmer’s homeroom raised $1 per person selling Aerosal products. .The boys in Mr. Fettkether’s homeroom that are out for sports this spring are Dennis Brewster, baseball; and Tom Kuster. track.. .Wayne Dunn is Mr. Frazier ' s homeroom Student Council representative.. Julie Fansler and Arlette Gosieski, both in Mrs. Greene’s homeroom, made first team cheerleaders. Gary Young from Mr. Kinzie’s homeroom won a watch for high sales of Aerosal products.. Mr. Peterson’s homeroom raised $15 by donation to the school fund.. Jean LeCroy and Beverly Joy are Stu¬ dent Council representatives for Miss Taylor’s homeroom.. Margaret Reskin is Student Council representative for Mr. Watkins’ homeroom. In the Hall Mr. Bryant’s 12B homeroom raised $20 by donations.. .Pat Williams IS the secretary in Mrs. West’s homeroom.. .Mrs. Bohlman’s and Mr. Harsh’s homeroom spend most of the time in the hall-all those special meetings in room 119 are the whole cause of it.. .Mrs. Roach’s homeroom paid $1 each toward the new Tech. Mr. Ballou’s 12A homeroom has the secretary of the senior class, Utonna Baker, in it. Mr. N. Lee’s homeroom is lucky enough to have Student Council president in it. . .Mr. Lehmkuhl’s homeroom has five members on the honor roll.. Mr. Mann’s homeroom has had 100 per cent SAT sales all three years of high school.. Mr. Mark’s homeroom has 6 members on the honor roll.. Mrs. Mastin’s homeroom has two cheerleaders in it They are Sherry Truitt and Mary Kay Meneough... Mr. Mitchell’s homeroom has both senior class president and vice president in it. Mr. Yohe’s homeroom donated $1 each to the new Tech fund. Home room 334 sold candy to raise money and homeroom 221 is thinking about washing cars. If you have any special news from your homeroom, let us know and we’ll see if we have room for it in the next issue of the paper. The Editor Speaks: Where Are All the Engineers at Parties? by Allan Pickens An old but not a proud tradition at Tech is related to all school functions. Weak attendance has long been a problem. This same lax¬ ness on the part of students carries over into athletic functions as well as our many social gatherings. “Your high school days are the easiest time of your life,” your parents will tell you. Certainly school work is not much fun. Yet many students feel that the whole function of the school takes part between the hours of 8:45 and 3:30. They fail to realize all the extra-curricular activities that are open for them. The same few students take part in many activities and truly enjoy it, but where are the rest of the Engineers? At school parties, if 50 couples show up we have about an average crowd while other city schools may boost 60% attendance. The reason for our small crowds many say are because of the small build-up. This I do not believe is such a problem since our print shop and art areas are asked to help publicize each dance and do a fine job. Many boys say they don’t know how to dance, yet our school has a dance club they refuse to attend. The new Tech will have greater facilities for our parties and we should receive more students, but it is our job now to create enthu¬ siasm in school activities and stride ahead of the other schools. Vote Next Semester’s Council Officers Soon by Charles Oxley For President: Sharon Bennett: llA; Steno¬ graphic; Hr: Davenport. Bob DeYoung: llA; Radio and TV; Hr: Harsh For Vice President: Dutton Goodwin: 11 A; Radio and TV; Hr: Greene. Donnes Harris: HA; Art; Hr: Taylor. For Secretary: Beverly Joy: HA; Stenographic; Hr: Taylor. Rebecca Cummings: 12B; Steno¬ graphic; Hr: Roush Sergeant • at • Arms: Fred Rienke lOB; Hr: Smith. Larry Hayden: HA; Drafting; Hr: Ftim Fact ‘Around the World In 80 Days’ Given For Tech, May 2nd oy Dan tteers “Around the World in 80 Days was presented by the Drama Club on May 2nd. Miss Tillery, speech teacher, was the director. The story revolved around a bet that a man named Mr. Fogg could not possibly travel around the world in 80 days. The sum of the wager is twenty thousand pounds or fifty thousand dollars. The cast consisted of nine girls and nine boys. There were twenty three characters. The girls parts and players were; Mrs. Murchison by Shirley Fuller: Jenny by Clara Parker, Ann by Dorothy Houdesheldt; Nora by Bonnie Campbell; Emily by Bar¬ bara Kreitzinger; Myra by Sharon Conrad; Sally by Cynthia Larson: Bertha by Sandra Jones, Aouda by Sharon Bennett; Girtie by Karen Mitchell. The boys parts and players were; Passpartout by Jim Walker; Fogg by Larry Gering; Stuart by Greg Gulick; Flanagan by Dave Cleve¬ land; Ralph by Dennis Berry; Fix by Fred Freeman: Newsboy by Ed Zoutte. Framji by Dennis Berry; Blackstonc by Bill Gra¬ ham; and Judge and Colonel by Dave Cleveland. _ High School Day Honors Students by Jim Stoll Several Des Moines Technical High School students attended the High School Day in several of the different Des Moines busi- • ess establishments. The students who attended the event were: Dennis Brewster; Carlene Berglund; Delbert Gann; Bonnie Campbell; Stanley Gins¬ berg; Arlette Gosieski; Dean Hol¬ man; Betty Hayden; Jerry Keith; Janet Jensen; Dave Smiley; Mary Large; Dwayne Smith; Judi Meier; Guy Stuart; Sandra Oxenfond; Ray Treanor; Mary Lou Poor; Charles Caldwell; Billie Routh; Bob Johnson; Eureka Stapleton; Sharon Bennett; Karen Steven¬ son; Euclid Gibbs; Judy Shutt; Terry Bendixen; Judy Ulm; Wayne Kochheiser; Jeri Wise; Ilmars Arsts; Judy Woods; Gro¬ ver Davis; and Eleanora Wood- yard. Facts About the New Tech Building by Staff Msmbers CAFETERIA: The dining room at the new Tech will have a seating capacity of 450 people and will serve from two lines, says Mrs. Rouse who will be in charge of the cafeteria. The walls will be tiled in a pearl gray with the floors in a gray tile. The table tops will have Formica tops. “And there will be a snack bar,” added Mrs Rouse, (by Shirley Conn) DRAMA: The Little Theater at the new Tech will seat about 400 under wha, the present auditorium will, says Miss Tillery, drama in¬ structor. “Decisions about curtains, scenery and lighting have not been made yet,” she said but plans are being made for two three-act plays to be presented next semester, (by DeAnne Campbell) GYM: The new gym will seat 3,500 and have a press box, says Mr. Farrow, athletic manager. The girls’ gym will not have seats. The wrestling room will have portable seats for meets. The instructors’ office will be on the first floor and the players while in the varsity dressing room will be able to receive equipment, (by Alan Richardson) BAND: The band will have an exclusive rehearsel room, an instru¬ ment room, and a storage space for uniforms, says Mr. Wilson who will have a conductor’s office and a music library. We’re still have hopes of getting a grand piano and portable rises tailor-made for the rehear¬ sal room and stage,” added Mr. Wilson (Rosemary Geronzin) Blue and (Sold paneling colors for the New Tech SWIMMING POOL: The pool will be 42 feet wide, 75 feet long and 10 feet deep and it will be one of the longest pools in Iowa. Seating will be around 500. (by Errol Halsey) CLASSROOMS: The classrooms will be painted in pastels, says Mr. Betz, Tech’s principal. They will have sound proof ceilings and tile floors and so will the halls. There will be clocks in all rooms and an interesting communication system. Some rooms will have specialized lighting. PARKING LOT: The parking lot will hold about 200 cars behind the American Farmers MuUl Building on Grand. The Board of Education plans to buy additional lots, says Mr. Betz. Around 55 cars will be parked behind the new Tech and visitors may park on the east side of Tech, (by Marie Couch) Ono ol tha many bright-colored classrooms to bo RETAILING: The new Tech will have a retail store with display racks, wrapping counter, open display case, and a three-way mirror for showing clothing. There will be a display window in the hail, (by Joyce Anderson) STENOGRAPHIC: This business area will be on the second floor with four typing rooms, one with electric typewriters only. The rooms will be larger, (by JoAnn Chiarmonte) LIBRARY: The new library will be twice the size of this one so there will be many new books. It will be on the second floor and next to the study hall, (by Norma Jean Gates) KDP8: Located on the second floor, the studios will include a radio —turn to page 2 44 Page 2 THE TECHNICIAN TECH nicolor Platter- _Chatter by Staff M«Rib«rt Here a sack, there a sack, everywhere a sack-sack dresses, and a big sack full of Tech-nicolor.. .Sack dresses have that flourbag look with zippers down the back.. .You paid for them, you wear em (sack dresses).. Trudy Miller sure goes for the chemise look.. .Looks Uke Judy Woods likes the chemise, too.. .Girls should wear belts with their sack dresses. . .Tech is going back to the 1900’s with dresses.. .Did the Easter bunny bring all the chemise and sack dresses?.. .Seniors are still limited to the chemise fashions; they think they are fascinating... Sack dresses have been driving the Tech boys crazy.. .Tech ought to be a sack factory, with all the sacks the girls are wearing.. .Why are so many girls wearing gunnie sacks?.. Miss Wheeler said she gradu¬ ated from college in a chemise dress.. Where is the person who started the sack and chemise dresses? Wedding BelU Dick Scroggs is engaged to Beverly Gardner. Mr. Hamilton is get¬ ting mimed in July.. Delores Thompson is getting married in June... May 2nd. Barbara Farrell, ‘58 graduate, and Marshall Wander, ‘57 graduate, are getting mrried.. May 8th, Jerry Wilson is giving up his I ache orhood to marry an East High girl.. .Carol Lewis, January grad¬ uate, IS now Mrs. Moore.. .Judy Murray and Larry Hendershot are planning to marry soon after graduation.. .Bernie Erickson and Judy Nelson are walking the halls. Scholarships Joyce Searcy won a four year scholarship to Cedar Falls, Iowa Teach- rs College.. Lynn Adamson, January graduate, is a candidate for a Phillip Petroleum scholarship.. Gary Moore won a scholarship to Denver University.. Home room 244 breakfast hour is still going strong.. Jack Storm sold 64 Frosty malts at the College All-Star and Globetrotter basketball game.. .Lonnie Losee dyed his hair.. .Looks ike Mr. Hantz ' s barber got a little careless. ..Janice Sherod has 29 pairs of winter high heels.. Charles Creator says there are 624,000 seconds left in the school year-as of April the 15th.. .Watch out! Roslie Genovese got her drivers license.. .Judy Goldsberry ' s nickname is “Goldv”.. .The Refrigeration Shop sold $6.30 worth of ice cream bars at its Open House. The money will go for the new building.. .There seems to be fewer cars in the parking lot since the point system went into effect. Spring Claaning It’s time for the boys’ locker room to get their spring cleaning... Room 236 didn’t have to turn on their lights this week, someone wash¬ ed the windows. . The halls seems brighter since the windows were washed.. Tech is the only school in the city with spotted curtains in the auditorium.. .The cast of “Around The World In 80 Days’’ give up their evening from 6:45 to 8:30 for rehersals almost evemight.. Gary Truitt’s mother has a hot rod.. Mary Jo Howard always wins the pick hit of the week on KIOA.. .24 seniors’ last name start with H.. Trady Miller is on Co-op working at Hills Department Store.. Nancy Corell has a hard time parking her car, it seems no place is big enough. Odd Students Mrs. Bohlman has one hundred and ninty Odd students.. Andre Smith, January ‘58 graduate, is in the National Guard at Fort Leonard Wood, Missouri.. Lee DuBois, June ‘56 graduate, is on a navy carrier in the Pacific.. .Why aren’t the paid assemblies in the morning; the Co-op students have to buy student activity tickets, too,.. Pitty the poor printing students who get an extra dose of spring fever setting type by the open windows.. .All of the mud in the parking lot is dried up, but now the rocks, sticking out of the ground, cut your tires.. .All the boys are tuning up their cars now that the Des Moines Drag Strip is open.. .Do the baseball players ever wash their practice clothes?... Linda Cook carries a portable radio in her purse.. .Diane Eilbert sits under a sun lamp everynight after school.. .Sue Allen owns a 1950 Olds- mobile. . .So long, gotta go buy a sack dress. Three Girls Take Drafting As Their Areas And Each Had A Purpose Behind Choice by John Mann Some students might think it just a little funny to have girls in Drafting, but there are three tak¬ ing the course now for a purpose. They are Carolyn Varellas and Donna Harlow both lOA’s and Norma Knepper, 12A. After asking these girls some questions about why they took Drafting, here are some of their answers: Carolyn said. “I took Drafting because my interests and aptitudes showed that I am best qualified for this field. She also plans to go to college at Grand¬ view for two years and finish at Iowa State. Donna stated, “I took Drafting for the reason that it would provide me with the back¬ ground I need to go into the field of architecture. Also, she said, “I’m going to start out with my uncle who is an architect, then try it on my own. She also plans to attend Iowa State. Norma says. “I hope to get a drafting job this summer and go into Nurses’ Training next faU. Then if pos¬ sible. I’d like to be a medical missionary where I could use the little bit of drafting I know in drawing up plans for compounds and stations.’’ Carolyn and Donna have Mr. Fischer as their drafting teacher and Norma has Mr. Mayo for ad¬ vanced drafting. These girls said they don’t not¬ ice being the only girls in their class because they are so busy and they think that they work with a swell bunch of guys. Carolyn Varellas got her inter¬ est towards drafting because her father went into the field. Donna Harlow might get her first start with her uncle because he offered her a piosition with his firm. Norma Knepper took an art re¬ lated course which was mechani¬ cal drawing and liked it so well she decided to take drafting. Both Carolyn and Donna grad¬ uated from May Goodrell and Norma came from Nathan Weeks. Theaie girls from what they have said, might encourage other girls with a little ability in draw¬ ing to take the course in Drafting. By Thaora Raha America has hundreds of band- eaders. Among the best known ire: Jazz man Louis Armstrong, vhose name appeared in lights ss THE WORLD’S GREA’TEST FRUMPET PLAYER ’The as- lociation of Louis Armstrong and foe Glaser, his manager for over I quarter of a century, is a legend n show business. Among some of .xiuis’ best arrangments were: “I Zan’t Give You Anything But X)ve. Baby”; “Basin Street Blues”; ‘Pennies from Heaven”; and ‘Wrap Your Troubles in Dreams”. Cab Calloway is known as His dighness of Hi-De-Ho. Cab Calloway won his royal title jurely by accident. One evening luring a performance at the i otton Club in New York, where nost of the songs used on the program were Cab’s own com¬ positions, he was singing one of Pis latest songs. Unaccountably, Cab forgot some of the words. He was unable to recall the lyrics, so le improvised with great success. ’Skeeten, Scaten,” his melodious ones rolled out. ‘‘Skeeten, Scaten. ii-de-ho! Hi-de-ho!”. The audience thought the non- tense jargon funnier than any vords. They roared and clapped .heir approval. Over and over, Jab was called back to sing the neaningless Hi-de-ho! song from the Hi-de-ho man. Among his best known arrangements were: “St. James Infirmary Blues”, which he wrote, and “Jumpin ' Jive”. Gene Krupa, Doctor of Tympani and whose astounding technique has made him the world’s high¬ est-paid drummer, is the main reason for his band’s success. In¬ stinctively a showman, he was inspired to roll his eyes, chew gum madly, and shake his head violently. When he saw that his audience liked this, he continued it with variations. Among his best arrangements were: “High on a Windy Hill”; “Drum Boogie”; and “Boogie Blues”. Guy Lombardo, who is known as ’The Royal Canadian, and is also known for his dream music. The new manner of playing which he introduced with his band became immensely popular. ’The Lom¬ bardos adopted it as their part¬ icular style, and it became known as the distictive mark of ’The Royal Canadians. Among his best arrangements were: “Easter Par¬ ade”; “Frankie and Johnny”; and “Winter Wonderland”. Fred Waring has the name of America’s Singing Teacher. Fred Waring started a school of music, when he sayg ' he was a success, he realized the two whole floors of the New York studio he start¬ ed was too small for the venture. Waring plans eventually to make a school for singers and choral directors. For the corner¬ stone of his summer school, he chose these words: ‘Toems can be read of spoken. Melodies can be played or whistled, but words and music were blended into song, and a song was written to be sung”. Among Fred Waring ' s best ar¬ rangements were: “My Heart Sings”; “Dry Bones”; “Nutcrack¬ er Suite”; and ‘The Battle Hymn of the Republic”. I found these interesting items and many others in “Strike Up the Band! . This book tells about other well-known bandleaders such as Paul Whiteman, Eddy Duchin, Sammy Kaye, and many others New Tech... studio, television studio, a reception room, announcers booth, control room, a Aim and a tape library, and several officers. ’There will be a SOO-foot tower on the top of the building for TV broadcasting, (by Nathan Moll) PAINTING AND DECORA’nNG: ’ThU area will gain over 10.000 square feet of floor space and will have some of the most modem equipment available, (by Robert Howard) BASKETBALL: ’The gym will have a regulation basketball floor with six baskets. ’The shower room will have 125 lockers. Mr. Gillespie states that the basketball jamboree and 11 home games will be played in the new gym. (by Dale Sherod) REFRIGERATION: Thii’ area will be on the fourth floor in the southeast comer. They will have twice as much room, a tool room, and two storage rooms, (by Jim Martz) PRINTING: ’‘We have ordered more equipment for the large space we will have, says Mr. Lee, one of the printing instructors, (by Jim Gardiner) The new Tech swimming pool-full of scaffolding. no4 water and people GUIDANCE: ’There will be guidance center in the new building with each counselor having a small office in the guidance room. A wait¬ ing room will be well supplied with reading material. The Center will be located between Tailoring and the T-Room on the second floor, (by Judi Meier) ELECTRICITY: This area will have 6,0)0 square feet at the new building and will include shop, classrooms, reference room, storage room, instrument room, tool room, and battery room, (by Keith Dey) STUDENT CENTER: The center will be located on the second floor and at one end are windows which will overlook Grand. It will have a ’TV set and a new juke box. There will be dancing before and after school and during lunch periods. Small parties will be given there. Mr. Betz says the center will be much like that of North High, (by Sharon Saltzman) The main oOce at tha aaw Tech Is dacoraiad with light paatal colon. OFFICE: The new office will have space for everything and teachers’ boxes will be replaced by pigeon holes, (by Kae Biddle) CLERICAL: A duplicating room for BM2 classes will be equipped with 20 electric typewriters. There will be a larger filing room, (by Beverly Coulson) RESTAURANT: “New equipment and more of it with complete bakery and four times the flour space, is what Mrs. Tarman says about this area at the new Tech, (by Larry Dtmlap) AUTO DIESEL: There will be room for 60 boys in one class at the new place says Mr. Yohe, instructor. There will be an automobile body and paint shop and a service department where the seniors will work, (by Jon Cirksena) ART: Each art teacher will have separate room at the new Tech, says Miss Brewer. All rooms will be connected together except for the photography room which will be across the hall, (by Barbara Anderson) ; I Tech s Mullins Stops All-City Sweep by East, Roosevelt THE 1955 Aa-cmr TEAMS 46 47 TECH-nicolor Colonel Cree ond Belle Koren smile after Winning Prom honor. Roger and Karen with Leona and Jerry admire the pool of the Prom. Sweet music per Killinger. Doncing couples dance. Some seniors sit since some seniors swing. Taking a break from proming. Phil has more than just on interest in Ihe punch. LCX)K for more TECH-nicolor in pictures in the odvertising section AND don’t forget to read the ods. These businesses help moke this yeorbook possible. 48 tfMor clock h Up Tech ToBeTough TECffS HIGH RANKING SENIORS V, N. DAY OBSERVED Plans of New Tech Home in Final Stages Where Det Moinet Tech Will Be After the Big Storm iC iiwi frirt wi it jeehjjtii Otty cram faMd ■ tnmmtom Miwt dnraic MotarMa «l (to iw- i U« um fic ilav-Moviiic � t bMt aad ■(tea tMgteC Dn(ta4 ■iaaaia aad valka eaM (or as aO-o«t ibaMi ottoTL ■ « tbar ThM !• the fifth ftwir kioktat rut. d thr narr RoUr Aiirraft Co buiUin;. Ei(hlmiih tirut •ad nnnd avmur purrhurd by Ihr Ort • Ihr ralirt buildiaf wiN hoir 430 000 ogurt TV nrw North High Srhuoi luildMg will hiit Moinr tndrprndrm Srhool Dialnct Thr tchoul di� - oaljr 230 000 iquait fr t of floor opjcr Itoouvrlt chwflv in tiJ lurmiyn - ------ - High Sriiool. Iirfrol now Ml uu hu liOmt lAovi’ (Via. ilorKOK iMVHi Typical cf Tech Tech s Mullins Stops All-City Sweep by East, Roosevelt THE 1955 ALL-CITY TEAMS Tr id - . � IR.hT TIAhl i-rt •( «•� M� r ISOS—OWk Shtlim l■■awln«| . 171 Sr. Tom Ownrli (Eoul Sd IM Sr. TACKLIS—Oaa Biddlt ItoMl Sll Ml Vrra imm lUoti Sll MS Ol4IOS-Oirk Bohi |U«I SS ITS Jm WoIUiu (TrthI ST IS CLSTU—Oovt (Urr lOoooovoh) Sl , MS QCAOTEISACK—0 MiMwmo (froM) S im •■■■IS II 111 ! Does 100 in 9.6 ToehS OMMta Obrotu. TV duMoa to clow paUie sad psrocMsl sehoeis la tb ■� � � • «.. rw MitOiTf iaa uar toe laid to halt tomi blab aebaol ■(� • ■lisady Ml tbV way. sacb M tbia fraup at Du Metau TSeb- Jr. Tart w t ;SM TV horkflrld ootToarr Qaanorbocko-RoiJ Comr ,Nonlii and Not � eu sir. awuhm «( a Du ISouu TVbwrsI Hi«b Beboal art dau miay tb Mni Jau wulbrr I. W. NMtfe au mM Oniaad. 2� {4 8. E. 3taU ML Tb ■buebiat niday ■ Cbada SiBf Otanaa doors at tbr auaenuoa ( ibr Woods rroukft at JaehwUwM. 1300 S. W. nru —CrtMtr •ufT fbau b) d MANPOWER lows offer tV type d labor tV brat aflU hiad threughout Uw ralirr rouniry. Maa sad woura rrarrd la wboteaoia lowa Maimaiutira la tbr hurtJaad •( oar raat Aawrka. adbrrr la thrir prraoaal aad profraMonal brr to tV biad d prweiplra mar froei Iowa wortMts Aad aow with awr aad Morr arw iadaatry mouag to loara. already ov of Ibr ■rerld ' a fiaaat sgrirwUural rrgiotM. mart aad aawr towau Ieoh forward to dr- aetiag Ihrtr livaa m tV fwld d ladiialry rewarding t ha Ma r le ra sad Ibrw rmploytr to a W s( aabatsMial aarurtly. proapmiy I FroM Backs-hstfbach Dtway Reas EaM; goartrrbark I Lraa-Eod IVk !ibrh.« Rrawredt laiklr Vru .SiaMM East Rooaryall faDbsm Cbvk MrOoerry Caai sad bdfback Ouag gurd Oltk Bam. tout rrairr ftaie WIrr Rnoarerh gaard Jor Oerwa. Rooararlt. Mallias la.blr U« BaMtr tial and rad Ttoa Fimrh Es« 49 inflated’ Construction Costs Add To Problem for New D.M. Tech siSi • � 5r ASSESS t r 30 nit cesr since mi Tech No. 2 in Male Students on Windy Sectional Day Topped Only By Davenport High School Graduate at 52 maurnm M vmr M—ty rf T«� l «• t Going Ahead on Tech High at 5 DES MOINES HIGH SCHOOLS Top 15 Per Cent Tech-t;::: l:.« I Iv i l.’ Uwti -1 . ' ' - Brunrii. I . I IT t.. Ixmi ' � U k ivw ((■••Bi KU), PfiMu KiUjei. I . -‘•. ' ' Tx.,,?; J r‘-T. � 7. “I I22i r. T-- l auU JiiiK Th ' ' 7, ,.t aim iv.mW M«tii TECH BEATS AMES Rentius ' Free Timm-His 12tli IN LAST 4 SECONDS III Ron-Pays in Orertiiiic, 54-55 - . •j ■ Teen-agers Create, Model Own Fashions 0 ‘Cadet of the Year’ Salute • ntM tv tiBff rf tv F T C It AU. T� ro hundrV i««ty „ I-, ■ Tin«tav it Sudww. •� « • CMMMim ■ p� im « TECH DUMPS VALLET, iL HEAD Of ECH COUNCIL , ,.A. � IV, , 0� - rM •! Queens of the international Motor Sports Show 1M«t - Wth . .1 a ' trmv 0.hV IV. XIntBM lnn-m«,l ««l SKirw I In .tatMOtr IVI .1’ Ifnwr W --,1, R..wrf IT !► |.H� -i T.vMm.� I I ..! HM. IVmiu. I— IT. N..i1h Hitl, -t ■iHmv Huiin I ' lir. M.VI1 --I .S«,tI -| Hied • irVu ! ' I ' !-- Mmi • ' wwtfc • ' I - M«air� HuaM .i.« H«h «.� -« 4 iH� -V. ■ t«K� lkin( U. HvliVH l� ti,k« I lrr. ,i«4n « ' « tWJ ? aihl ol� H Ukr fairl m • (wiwk- knV, and br • «l alvn al Id “•• • • ' VIW !•• .HaTt an u... iVn DO air wdl dr Ml •■o- y i mV i 1 I41T dmnn-oMMi AT TECH HIGH Victors Trail Once, 23-13; D. M. State Finalist Certain Johnson Resigns, Snell Cage Coa p i| H«lfb cli Chuck FomiMo of Lincoln k Ucltl d by tlu� TWcn pUy- Dafl V arner wrounaea— «� ■� «■ maUncaOnt down in rridaynicbt ' iimm at Uaoolo SudhiB. ruUback Don tint haa Fonnare around tba ih ooldera, eantcr Ron Hoffman (4S) haa Fonnaro ' i fact and end Jarry Owa«B ia on the way down to Join the taeklara. Lineoln’a fuard Don Sboct (44) anivad too lata to do anythtaf. Tha official la background Is rafaraa Gtann Bowlaa. North HifhbaalcatbaU coach. Uncoia woo Its opan- b CSty Sorias oontast, 7-4. la other prep gamas hero Bu rlingtoo defeated Doorllng, 40-18, and Albla pasted Val ley, Eight Through Riders by Tech’s Graves 19-13 Right up the center plowt Tech ■ t Mi Grevee a« he adveocee eight ytrde rndty oight againat Drake Stadium. Tackling him la Jtm McCUm of the Ridm. who won. 3S-S- Advance to State in Speech Competition Graduating from High School Is ENGINEERS ZIP AFTER TRAILING AT HALF, 32-24 SURPRISE AT ALBIA Serious Business Raniblin ' Tech Bob Jonea anchors TkIi Aigh le a first place in ana of the heaU of tht high achool ephnt mediry friday momint at the Drake Relayt. Tech’s Ramus Wins Prep Scoring Crown Little Ramus’ 21 Fire Uphill Verdict. TECH VICTORY OVER RIDERS You+h Platform TECH UPSETS ABES, 40-25, MOVES TO 3RD ' ' inTatSsh Engineers in Command of Last Periods l y«sr U|wc t !•� TImt Mi l «Ha a wl ■wn m Ikt vanUy lam bl xkin( wiiirh halpait him np off 15 yi inKhti ara bl a-kin|{ Tarh ' t Jerry McKc Near the Climax of North’s First Touchdown Bear . Engineers Off to Their Best Starts in 6 Football Seasons. Jim Und nf Nnrth la hauled dnwn by Tech ' a Don Kkaarea afUr moving (ram Ui« Tech 6-yanl liaa Ui tlw two Drake .lUdium k ' riday Bight One play Utcr North icoiad iU fim touchdown. Tech Captures 37-36 2 Victory in Overtime 1% 11 winterset lA - m “ ■ «■ ■■ the u� t aw a- ixt� of an oyertime gave T«:h a 37-36 W W Wintenwl in a .touth Central loop game hero t ' nday slghi Sowder’s Goal Ends Long String of Losses in Meets R Jim Knoler. • jirrv Pma-der aeni a high arr-hing ahm from lb rnrner •wiah ing ihrongh Ih hoop anh on aerond left lo a nd Tech paai Howling SJ-Vi in a n aa AA final round riiatriet ihnOer 1 Drake .. 3rd-Quarter Plays Click at Winterset Vanay. THE 60 ’s The The decade of the 1960’s was a turbulent one. Those of us graduating in the early 60 ' s had no idea of the shattering upheaval, both social and political, we would face in the years to come. Naive and certain that our education would prepare us to have happy successful lives, we were going to put a man on the moon, eliminate poverty, secure civil rights for women and minorities, and bring peace to the world. Idealistic, and a little arrogant, we felt well prepared to face the challenge of the future, secure in the truth that our education had been excellent and our teachers caring and competent. In that we were right. But there was nothing our parents or teachers could do to fully prepare us for the shock of the sixties. Nuclear fallout, heart transplants, thalidomide, the generation gap, the Berlin Wall, Easy Rider, birth control pills, no prayer in schools, LSD, Hair” and pollution were in our future. Before our eyes, through the “miracle” of television, we saw our president die, and his assassin assassinated. Dr. Martin Luther King and Bobby Kennedy followed. We saw others die in the jungles of Viet Nam, on the streets of Watts and on the campus of Kent State. In 1961 young Tech graduates enlisted proudly in the Armed Forces. By 1969, student protests because of the involvement of our country in the Viet Nam war had become nationwide. Some of those who sat beside us in class of 1965 returned from military service to find themselves declared unfit” to hold civilian jobs in 1970. These men and women were veterans of an unpopular war. They spoke little of their experiences. Most of us preferred not to hear about them onyway. Students today who cheer Chuck Norris and Rambo at the local movie house might wonder at the fact that for several years after the Viet Nam war ended, veterans of that war were neglected or ignored. The Engineers of the 60 ' s seem to show us that life went on within the walls of Des Moines Tech very much the same as the years passed. There were dances and games, track meets and tennis matches. We won football games. We lost more football games. (Could this be a trend?) The girls’ hairstyles changed from short to long, curly to smooth and flat to puffed. The boys’ styles stayed on the conservative side. The popular blue jeans began to appear, but long hair for guys had not yet reached the high school campus. By 1969 the girls’ skirts were four inches above the knee and Mr. Tannat left us, Mr. Betz retired, and Mr. Gillispie sported his lucky red bow tie. 56 In 1961 we had Elvis. Henry Mancini, and Chubby Checker. By 1969 we had survived the Beatles and were ready for the Fifth Dimension and Sly and the Family Stone. In the movies Burton met Taylor in Cleopatra and Mary Poppins arrived via her umbrella, fol¬ lowed by Peter Fonda on bis motorcycle. By 1964 we were dancing the Monkey, the Watusi and the Frug. Long hair began to appear on the masculine sex and bell bottomed trousers were worn by both guys and girls. (Well, maybe not in Iowa yet.) But while we studied and learned in the halls of new Tech — we heard a golden voice say, “Ask not what your country can do for you. Ask what you can do for your country.” We heard a powerful voice speak out: “ have a dream. . . We heard Neil Armstrong, from a distant moon proclaim, “That ' s one small step for man, one giant step for mankind.” We set our sights on college and gaining technical expertise to join the core of future astronauts. We joined the Peace Corps, became teachers, builders, and businessmen. We protested in our own way in high school, sympathizing with the Lincoln students who walked out in objection to the ban on culottes. We watched in shocked interest as Roosevelt students were suspended for wearing black armbands in memory of those lost in the war. That incident brought the issue of student’s rights to the U.S. Supreme Court. And now we are the adults of the 1980’s. Rapidly approaching middle age, (gasp, groan) we look back on the 60’s with pain-filled eyes. We hoped for so much, reached for so much, gained so much, lost so much. In the pain and the pride we shared as classmates, friends, brothers, and sisters, we grew close. Even though we seldom meet, we are together in spirit as we remember our days at Tech. . . Where it all began . . . the awareness of the challenge of the future. For many of us, living through the 60 ' s may be our greatest accomplishment. We hope those who follow us in the pages of this book look with kindness on our failures and take pride in our success. Good bye Tech High . The alumni of the 60’s will never forget you. Dr. Judith Richardson Vice Principal, Des Moines Tech Class of 1961 CORE AREAS - THE 60 ’s Sheet Metal Tailoring Aviation Distributive Education Steno Industrial Electricity 58 Auto Body Auto Mechanic Radio and T.V. Welding instructors discuss a blueprint. Carpentry Painting and Decorating Wood Trades Auto Mechanics 60 Welding Electronics Health Services Refrigeration Painting and Decorating Computer Electronics Auto Body Radio Production Radio Production Sheet Metal 62 Pagf 2 THE TECHNICIAN by Staff Members Il s Spring time and it s TECH-nicolor time, too . . . Mr. Bill McCallaugh is engaged ... Mr. Richard Parker feels that he deserves equal space in the Tech¬ nician with the core area teachers . . . There was a dog at school . . . Mr. Tom Sheldahl flies the flag at half mast on test day ... Mr. Max Perdue wakes his sleeping study hall students by asking, Did you hear the fire bell?” . . . Will the boy who left his pants in the tailoring room come and pick them up? . . . The Engineer staff sings the alphabet song while working on the yearbook . . . One of the Drivers Ed teachers and three students got lost while driving . . . One of our female teachers was seen smoking a pipe recently ... Mr. Art Hol- colm was mistaken fora priest . . . Mrs. Jean Burke only wears one earing . . . The drivers ed class would like to report an accident-Mr. Schweizer fell off his chair. Afraid of Bugs Senior Sue Kenny says she has ulcers . . . Senior Ron Chenoweth is afraid of spiders and bugs . . . Senior Tommy Knox thinks there are 52 states in the U.S. . . . Senior Steve Neofotist flies kites when he should be in class . . . Senior Cheryl Vance likes to hit telephone poles . . . Senior Tom Lynch didn’t know how to spell his middle name . . . Senior Lonnie Wooten has mastered the great turkey call . . . Senior Jerry Coles brought his underwear to school in a box . . . Senior Bob Eikelberry dresses in the dark . . . Senior Larry Andrews thinks he is a professional photographer . . . Senior Cecil White says he has ten pounds of starch in his collars . . . Senior Mickey Wilson raises chinchillas . . . Senior Dave Raab says he is the best ping pong player there is . . . Senior Mike White thinks he is going to make it this year. Loses Skirt In Hall Sophomore Francis Lenan’s skirt fell off in the hall . . . Sophomore Mike Horn ripped his pants two days in a row . . .Senior Jim Boelling enlisted in the Navy Reserves . . . Junior Chuck Anderson puts Kick Me signs on people . . . Senior Rick Allen has a middle name that only four people in the world has . . . Junior Dave Kauffman sleeps in the shop restroom . . . All of the girls in Mr. Richard Parker’s classes are madly in love with his cadet teacher . . . Junior Helen Daniels was told she has a mouth like the Grand Canyon . . . Junior Arty Lammey eats Little Friskies dog food . . . Senior Val Mullins is now Mrs. Alan Madison . . . Senior Greg Hall buys candy bars just to be buying them . . . Senior Mark Thomas wishes he could find the hands to his watch . . . Junior Pat Bowers brought two left shoes to school for gym . . . Senior Steve Philipson ran into senior Denny Keller in the hall and had to have four stiches in his head. Forgets How To Swim Seniors Lynn Madison and David Laws were both absent on the same day to attend a wedding . . . Junior John McDonald was disappointed because he didn’t get a skirt for cheerleading . . . Sophomore Laurie Ostrem forgot how to swim . . . Senior Wayne Simpson carries cigars on his car aerial . . . Junior Donna Mason claims she has lettered in something but can’t remember what . . . Junior Charles Frisch gave his girlfriend up for Lent . . . Junior Bev Quaintance can’t hear without her glasses on ... Junior Steve Wilson smashed a BIC pen in the wall to see if it would still write .. . Senior Brenda Thomas was asked to the prom by Mr. Betz . . . Miss Christine Smith told senior Walt Henderson that she was going to put him on a book shelf because he was so smart. Catches Uniform On Fire Junior Barb Stumpf got her uniform caught on fire where she works . . . Rick Felton, 66, got drafted . . . Junior Kathy Whitfield saves all the tape she uses in business machines . . . Junior Velma Hill said she would have given her old boy friend away if someone had asked for him . . . Junior Joe Hildreth is afraid of blood . . . Junior Cathy Boyd almost drown junior Janis Cook in Life Saving . . . Junior Tony Rivas was told he looks like the Pills- bury Dough Boy . . . Senior Jim Ryder’s favorite pastime is kicking poor, helpless bunnies down the hall. .. Senior Sandra Duncan is now Mrs. Sandra Johnson . . . Sophomore Carroll Fetter’s mom and dad haven’t seen his report cards since he was in sixth grade . . . Junior Nita Pettijohn can’t wait until she gets to drive her car to school . . . Well, that is all the TECH-nicolors for now but there will be more next time. nrOlVf nr£d l Jbaum Sim44taMi “Watch the C’hick” TECH LIBRARY HAS LARGEST COLLECTION OF BOOKS OF ANY D.M. HIGH SCHOOL b Rebecca Knox lech’s library has the largest col¬ lection of books in the city high schools. It has 2,509 fiction; 1,880 biography and 1,351 technical books. The oih(, r 7,260 books are of varied classifications. All three of these classifications arc located in different parts of the library. The fiction are in a U shaped area in the center of the library, and are alphabetized by the author’s last name. Biography books are north of the fiction books, and are alphabetized by the name of the person written about. The technical books are in the southwest corner of the library and arc arranged by the Dewey Decimal System. Starting with the number 600 and ending at 699. When the classification becomes very fine, de¬ cimals are used. This system was developed in 1876 by Melvil Dewey. Many magazines and newspapers are received, also. The library receives four daily newspapers; the Register and Tribune. Wall Street Journal, and the Christian Science Monitor; two Sunday papers, the Sunday Register andthe New York Times, and one weekly paper, the Iowa Bystander, is subscribed to. Technical, science, news, fashion, cars and literary magazines number around ninty. The library also has reference books, back issues of magazines, guides to all books in print in the U.S.A., guides to all titles and authors in print in the U.S.A., dictionaries and many kinds of encyclopedias. Many students go into the library at least twice a week while others just don’t go at all. There is a com¬ mercial on I V that says. You don’t hivc to read if you want an empty head.” Miss Christine Smith, Tech High’s librarian, says, “Our library uses more useful arts books than any other kind because of the type of schcx)l we are.” She says a library is eqiiiped to serve its school in the best way it can. Former Tech Grad Makes Good in Navy by Larry Mooers Another of our former Tech stud¬ ents is making good. Dennis Mooers. 64’ graduate, took up a task, in which he as a junior and senior in high school had little interest. Dennis is in the Navy and is taking Neucular Scientific training. He’s married and has a son, Scott Matthew. Dennis ' school day consists of eight hours of school, four hours of home work, a determined amount of phys¬ ical training and occasionally guard duty. So. as you can see he doesn’t have much time for recreation. Dennis is stationed at the Post Na¬ val Base, just outside of Schnectady, New York. While here at Tech he was very active in sports. He lettered in base¬ ball. basketball, and football. He was in the printing core-area. Dennis has decided to make a ca¬ reer of the service. He has been in for about three years and has already signed up for the optional seven year Neucular Power school and plans to continue after he has completed that. 63 TECHNICIAN an (jte Uoine ¥e€A ueietU Tuyn. iw- Vohim ii lMu� ' n Tech Students Think Peace Corps Good Idea by Mike Cook Can you picture what Tech might look like with about two stories added on top? Well, now that students will be coming to Tech from all over Iowa, it kind of makes you wonder where all of these people will be put. At least 750 new students will be entering Tech in September. And the number will increase each year, not counting the number who might enter if Tech becomes a popular area school. For instance, if you think we’ve got parking problems now just imagine what it is going to be like in a few years. Growing pains! rhe lunchroom would be another problem if we ara to have over 2.000 hungry students to nourish. The new Health Careers core area will take care of placing some of the extra students. Maybe in a few years, we ' ll have a couple of new core areas, say. a farming one. or barbering, or dry cleaning. All of the new students will need to go into some kind of area which will cause some complications. Tech has some room to expand now but the time might come that students would have to meet cei- tain higher grade standards be¬ cause of lack of space. The growmg interest in Tech has caused more students to come here and with more students, more problems Tech will have its prob¬ lems but so does Fidel Castro. Three Tech Students Receive Scholarships by Sue Moore Three Tech students have re¬ ceived scholarship awards as of April 26 Diane Hummell received the Women ' s Club art scholarship for $200 for the college of her choice which is Drake. Scholastic achievement has proven profitable for Janet Muck who attained a scholarship from Central College in Pella. By main¬ taining a high grade average, her scholarship will be renewed. It was worth the sacrifices. said Judy Monk, winner of a $620 scholarship to Drake. By sacri¬ fices. she means all those activi¬ ties she gave up to achieve good grades and finally, a scholarship which is also renewable. Big Daddy Tells Tech Cats Man Uke To Beat Bongo Drums Crazy For Utmost by Peggy HendenUiott Tech run by the Beat Genera¬ tion? This I had to see to be¬ lieve. My first day at Tech began in the audit orium. I sat on one of the large pillows which were scat¬ tered around the floor. The whole place was dark except for the stage Soon a bearded man wearing sunglasses and dressed in black stepped up to the mike and said, Welcome to Beatsville all ya squares The name ' s Big Daddy.” He muttered on and on in such a way that the only thing I ever found out was that he was princi¬ pal of Tech. Later, when dis¬ missed. I decided to take my own personal tour of the prison. I moved out of the auditorium and started up the candle-lit stairs and down the hall. For a while I thought I must be hearing things because of the kookie music piped through the whole building. It seemed to be coming from a large room the second floor. Inside were a lot of kids beating on bongos and leading them was a dark haired man with a mustache which everyone else called a cookie duster. This cat was setting the pace by hitting the skins with a mad beat. Enough was enough I decided to look around some more. Further down the hall I noticed two large green doors which bore the words Ninth Way. Going inside 1 noticed that large coffee tables seemed to be the only fur¬ niture in sight The south side of the room was really wild. All of the windows were different colors and the green lighU didn ' t add much to the color combination. Over in the far corner was a group of teachers. As I stepped forward, I could see that one little lady was covered from head to toe with paint. When I asked her what she was doing, she answered mixing mud. From this I gathered that she must be some kind of an ama¬ teur artist. I soon became bored with her ' bop talk. none of which I could understand, and so moved on. Aways from the Ninth Way was a room divided off into little cubby holes. In each of these sat a few more beatnik characters staring off into space. Deciding they must be counselors of some sort. I finally got up enough cour¬ age to ask one of them the courses I would be required to take at Tech. Get hep all cats know jazz talk and bongos are the nuMt she gabbed. 1 also found out the grad¬ ing system ran from 1 to 5. Brain stands for a 1. utmost a 2, cool cad a 3, goofed a 4. and scroungy for a 5. All of what had taken place in the last few hours and the fact that Beatsville was where I would be for the next three years was a little too much for the first day. As I left the building, I mut¬ tered man like, this is the living end. Electricity Area Trains Students For Other Shops by Mike Rice More bo are entering into electricity, communications elec¬ tronics, refrigeration, and air con¬ ditioning than ever before. Vocational Electronics 1 is a required subject for these areas. E ach of these areas are expanding to the point where the latest equipment and the most recent methods must be used. Some of the new equipment is an ocilloscope. vacuum tube, volt meter, ohms meter, and many others The electricity shop has to supply trained boys to the other areas beside their own. The two instructors are Mr. Wes Dowd and Mr. Don Bryant. Mr Dowd said the boys are getting more out of their every¬ day work than ever before. He said that the course has expanded so that they couldn’t help but learn something every day In 1950, the course was mostly concerned with motor repair and building wiring. Bemie Kozosky took the area because he liked science and was interested in the course. He said there are better job opportunities and higher wages than before. He would like to get a job at Reming¬ ton Rand if he doesn ' t gn into the service. Jim Evans likes to build elec¬ tronic projects and experiment with circuits. He would like to work at Bell Telephone Bill Evans is planning to go to college and take electronics engineering. Ted Thomas said he might end up repairing electrical circuits in cars. Don Blasted is going to work with his uncle this summer and after graduation, he is going into the service and continue his training. This area is a good example of growth of the need for technicians in the modem world. by L rry WestphaJ When various seniors were asked what they thought about president Kennedy ' s Peace Oorps, their answers were in favor of it. John Selby thinks the Corps would be a valuable instrument of peace if used correctly. He feels many backward countries would profit with the presence of Ameri¬ can youth in their midst. He thinks many young people would offer their services, himself included. Kenny Smith likes the idea and would like to join if he had a chance. He thinks it would be edu¬ cational and that you would meet a lot of new friends. It would pro- nrtote good will, he says. John Schoer thinks college stu¬ dents should go because of their education. Melvin Russell thinks it is okay but he said he would have to find out a little more about it. . Lloyd Wilkins thinks the Corps is a good idea. He said if he had to join either the Corps or the Army, he would join the Peace Corps. Terry Harris believes that we are on the right track to peace with such a positive attitude to¬ ward it. Just as we build our mili¬ tary force to meet any invaders so should we build our peace force to ward- off and prevent aggression, he said. Other countries should be able to see and know the average American and not just the rich or the movie-version of an Ameri¬ can overseas. Art Minick thinks that this would be a valuable instrument because it will be one of the best ways of providing world peace for the future generations He thinks all countries should participate in the Corps so that there will be an exchange of problems and ways of living. •n semester the boys and girls m biolo classes at Lincoln ara separated into different classes. FEATURE ISSUE Long Hair Popular In PhiUy by .Margaret Smith In Philadelphia a majority of the girls have long hair which they pin in a moderated French style behind their heads. said Carol Beard. Carol just recently moved here from Pennsylvania. She is a lOA and hails from Mr. Tannett ' s homeroom. If you listen carefully you might find that Carol has an Eastern accent. However. Carol says she does not notice any difference in our speech. By this time you are probably wondering what Carol looks lUte. She stands at a height of 5 ' 7 ' and has blonde hair and blue eyea. C arol ' s one complaint about Tech is that she feels the kkb here aren’t very friendly Are any of you guilty of this? At Hampfleld Area School, they had assemblies nearly every week. Besides these, during football and basketball season, there were pep assemblies every Friday. Teachers qx nsored school parties which oc¬ curred about once every month. Like us they also had after-game parties In Philadelphia a majority of the girls have long hair which they pin in a moderated French style behind their heads, said Carol Beard. Carol just recently moved here from Pennsylvania. She is a lOA and hails from Mr. Tannett ' s homeroom. In the Philadelphia high schools if you don’t belong to a clique you’re just nobody,” said Cartrf. The PhUadelphia high school which Carol attended was made up of two groups from the North and South side of town. Although the north side kids were from families of lower incomes and were quite rowdy outside of school, they all got along well together at school. Carol says she has three sisters, one of which stayed in Pennsyl¬ vania to work. The other two at¬ tend Callanan Junior High and Bird School. larger than ours with one side all glass where you could see the parking lot and football field. They had five lunch periods and like most schools were able to go out¬ side. The lunch periods were shorter but we were not rushed.” said Carol. Boys were not allowed to wear jeans but this doesn’t mean they wore suits all the time either. Like most of the schools in this area they only had six periods which were fifty minutes each. The school day began at 8;10 and end¬ ed at 3:00. North had its spring sports ban¬ quet on May 9th. North ' s senior Ineakfast featur¬ ed swimming as well as other sports and dancing. North High has garter snakes slithering around the building. North’s spring j y Stage Door was presented on May 9th. Council Plans For Handbook by Vam Hodgsoo Under the supervision of Mrs. Bohlman, History 8 teacher, mem¬ bers of the Student Council have been working on a handbook for Tech students. So far, no definite date has been set for the completion of this book, expected to be done by June. The handbook will have pictures of Tech’s shop areas, a copy of the Council Constitution, school rules, and regulations, lists of all the clubs and sports activities, the cheers and songs, and diagrams of each floor plan and other items. Also included will be a mimeo¬ graphed list of the Council officers and the season’s athletic events. Although almost two hundred dollars have been raised to help cover the book, there will be a charge of ten or fifteen coits per booklet, to help cover printing coot The members of the Council mi the handbook committee are Nick Cook (chairman), Judy Monk, Susan Moore, Linda Carlson, Janet Curry, Rob Fontaninni. Bob Davis, Sandra Cummings, Richard Witt and Ken Anderson. Younkers Teen Board Show: by Vicki Boyce The Younkers Teen Board will make its final appearance in a Seventeen and Award Show on May 27 at the Younker Tea Room at 2:45. At the show, the school whose two girls have the highest sales merits will receive a $50 gift cer¬ tificate. Five girls will receive service awards. Clothes at the show will be summer wear and play clothes. Tech’s Teen Board members are Sue Ortiund and Donna Bucking¬ ham. Girls may get tickets for the show from them or at Younkers. 64 TECHNICIAN Pag 1 [echnic«|� r by Staff Mambara Winter is around the comer and so are the Russians . . . BUI Bales, 62 graduate, got a Corvette for his birthday--five inches long, two inches high—given to him by Judy Myers . . . Mr. Olsen will remember Helen Jacobsen, 12A after she accidently kissed him on the nose when he ran into her in the hall ... Jo Ann Oilly, cheerleader graduate of 62, is now engaged to Bob MiUer, a senior at East . . Larry Ballard broke his nose for the fifth time in football practice . . . Stenfanie Darnel is good at dropping milk bottles in the cafeteria . . . Girls wear knee socks to keep their legs warm because their skirts are so short . . . Mike HalfhiU, grad of 61, works at Armstrong Tire and Rubber. Ibson As Hunchback Richard Knott was here this weekend to play basketball with Jerry Berry. . . Gary Parker has hearts on his gym shorts . . . Doug Ibson went to the Senior Party as the Hunchback of Notre Dame . Mr. Clark always opens the windows on the coldest days . . . Don Grodt ' s teruus shoes are held on with adhesive tape . Sherry Clark wears a wig when she doesn’t have time to fix her hair . . . Overheard during Mr. Toumi’s Social Science 7 class; ‘Turn your work in tomorrow and I’U check it tonight” . . . Remember when the idea of gomg to footbaU games was to watch the game . . Pete Nawrocki was part of a fire fighting squad for a year m Lima, Peru . . . Our halls look like an Armed Forces parade with aU the grads returning in uniform . . . Dennis Elwell, June 60, grad is stiU traveling around the United States. Will he ever stay in one place? Accident Prone Loretta Thompson. June grad, is working in Denver, Colorado . . . Ron Halda seems to be accident-prone he has been injured at almost every footbaU game so far this season ... In 1955, Mrs Bohlman’s history classes wrote a booklet about youth ' s suggestions for peace. The art department illustrated it and the print shop printed it It is displayed in the United Nations as a symbol of what youth can do . . . A teacher ' s job is to teach a pupil how to think, not what to th ink, but some of us find it difficult to think at all . . . The first snow shock¬ ed, everyone, but not like it did Mrs. Van Dyke; she thought it was fall-out ... Mr Mueller’s teachmg his 11th grade TV English class how to courtesy--even the boys . . . Only ninety-two dajrs until the 12a ' s graduate . . . Alice Ulman, Jan. 62 grad, is attending Drake . . Charlotte Bentley rarely misses breakfast--She usuaUy has a jelly sandwich while riding to school with her folks . Girls, please stop wearing those terrible wigs, wear big huge bow ties if you must start a mad fad . . . Judy Haines. 62 grad, has a new Monra Junior Varsity isn ' t very good at remembering the scores of their games . . . Senior boys are starting to pick their favorite color of uniform. HinkT-DinkT DispUy Mr Bryan ' s 3rd hour class put up a HaUoween display at the Hinky Dinky Store at Harding and Carpenter ... 84 seniors wiU graduate this January with Bruce Adair heading the list and Gloria Yamasaki bringing up the end . . . Mrs. Bolhman ' s history classes profit from her many, many experiences . . Mrs. Mack brought her little girls notebook to class one day instead of her own . . . David Lee is called the Machine . In case of war, what say we paint • lar Aircraft’s MOVED” on top of Tech . . . Linda Parson was a candidate for sec¬ retary of Iowa State DECA Club . . . What if Patty was an enemy in¬ stead of a Friend . . . Doug Manning learned a new trick in 2nd hour study hall. He can now wiggle his ears . . . Harold Glann, football guard, can’t even open paint jars in art class . . Tech has a caps city of 500 people as a fallout shelter . . . There is a new club at Tech called Ad Club . . . David Lee is now Tech’s number one run¬ ner .. . Solution to World Crisis-Let Castro be caught in a snow storm on Grand Avenue. Pep Club Members Dress Up In Blue by Linda Nelson Tech ' s Pep Club has taken on a different look this year with their new uniforms. Connie Day, president, said. ! think they look neat when the girls wear them in pep assem¬ blies. but I think they’ll be even more noticeable at basketball games.” Jttdy DaCanap, prsaldant of th P p- ttos. modals tb new Pep Chib uniform while Connie Day, presidenl ai the Pep Club and a cheerleader, shows off the new cheerleading uniforms. Material tar the jumpers was ordered by bolts from the Mary Lester Fabric Shop and cut here at school Each girl bought a pat¬ tern and enough material to make her own uniform. The girls with uniforms are known as the ‘Tep-ettes . Count Students On Tech Stairs by Sharon K. Lewis Because of the heavy traffic through the existing stairways, the Student Council decided to count the number of persons pass¬ ing through the doors. It was hoped that if enough people used the stairways, the doors would be taken off in order to enable heavier traffic. The persons who participated in this experiment are: Royce Stoll, Bill Halfhill, Mary Ann Seymour, Shan Baker, and Doug Ibson. These persons held a meter in their hand and punched it each time a person walked through. 3 GROUPS WORK DURING ASSEMBUES by Bob Webster Fourteen boys head up three parts of Tech’s stage crew. Stage crew members are Bob Gandy, SUge Manager. Bill Craw¬ ford, Jim Davenport, and Dick Van Resson. assistants. Sound crew members are Noel Johnson. Stanley Thompson, Gary Brown, Gary Harlow, and David Stromberg. Light crew members are Ron Jones, Larry Lindblom. John Hartley. John Shaver, and Dan Heller. These boys work hard at all the plays and assemblies to bring about special light, sound, and sUge effecto for the benefit of the audience. The supervisors for the stage, soimd, and light crews are Mr. John Cooper, stage; Mr. Hutson, sound; and Mr. Dowd, light. Tech’s Rita Wheeler Mary Ann Seymour: Younkers Teen Board by Linda Millar Mary Ann Seymour and Rita Wheeler, both 12B ' s, are Tech’s Teen Board representatives at Younkers this semester. These two girls were picked for their poise and manner They will work all year with girls from all the other high schools m Des Moines. Johnston, Urbandale, and Saydel. The purpose of the Teen Board is to help keep up the dress stand¬ ards and to keep up to date with fashions. The members of the Teen Board publish a leaflet, Fashion Flash,” which tells about the various fashions and fads from all over Des Moines. These girls gain experience m selling techniques, as well as modeling They sell all day one Saturday out of every month, and model for a half hour out of this time. They model from 12 p.m. to 12:30, and then go back to selling. They are given the opportunity to do special shows when they are needed for a certain type. Each girl is paid $4 00 for special shows, and $.85 an hour for sell¬ ing Mary Ann and Rita say they love doing this kind of work and it is a lot of fun. But neither one of the girls plans to continue in this line of work. Mary Ann wants to go into nursing, and Rita would like to be an art teacher. Two More Teachers Added To Faculty by Alinda Piaegar In the last issue of the Tech¬ nician all new teachers were listed except two. One of the new teachers to Tech is Miss Ann Harpel. who teaches bookkeeping and com¬ mercial arithmetic. She is a graduate from North and received her Bachelor of Sci¬ ence in Commerce Degree at the Umversity of Iowa. She also at¬ tended Drake University. “I was very much impressed by the helpfulness of the faculty when I first started teaching. Everyone was very friendly. she said. Miss Harpel also likes to bowl and read. Mrs. Janet Day is also new at Tech. She teaches bookkeeping and typing. Mrs. Day was a bus¬ iness manager and a director of personnel before she came here. She has taught at Ogden High School in Ogden, Iowa and in Waukegan High School in Wau¬ kegan, Illinois. Mrs. Day attended Drake Uni¬ versity. She has a four-year old daughter that is with her hus¬ band in Illinois. She said, “The kids are fabu¬ lous. She likes to participate and watch athletic sports, read, and sew. KlOA EDITORIAL CONTEST by Connie Day KIOA is asking junior high and high school students to submit one minute editorials on What Armistice Day Means to Me.” The best will be selected on content and the age of the writer. KIOA will award a $100 scholar¬ ship to the winner who will per¬ sonally debver the editorial on November 11, over KIOA All entries for the American Heritage Contest must be in by November 4th. NEW BUS FARE by Ron Webb Des Moines Transit Company lowered the bus fare from thirty to twenty cents. This began in the middle of October. The Bus Company lowered the fare because of too many com¬ plaints that thirty cents was too much. It is for students that don’t get free transportation. The students must have a stu¬ dent identification card. This is good for about eleven hundred students who don’t receive free transportation. It is also good during the week-end. by Claudia Straehan Our gal and lad for this issue both hail from Nathan Weeks Jr. High. Fran Disco is a S’l senior A and Bobby Anderson, also S ' l”, is a senior B. They are both small but have a lot of energy. Fran has brown hair and blue eyes which seem to win her friends where ever she goes. In junior high she was an active member in Y-Teens. She was also on the student council for five semesters. In 9th grade, she was secretary of her class and also president of homeroom. Outside of school she belongs to the Y W CA., is active in church, and likes to ice skate. She also likes to write letters to that special some¬ one in the service. Fran is in the general core area. After graduation, she is going to work awhile and has matrimony plans. She likes the kids at Tech, but by Barb Palgar The new wig hats being sold this winter have been the subject of many conversations around school recently. Moving in on these conversations, we find some interesting and colorful opinions. Gloria Yamasaki - I don’t think they are proper in school or any¬ place else. I Liked the pillbox style they had last year. Don Patton • I don’t think they should let them wear them to school Karen Plummer - I think they are okay! - for parties. Beth Stukenberg - I like them, but you have to keen them looking nice and I wouldn’t have time. Jack Miller - “Fine on fine babes!” Mary Enos - I think they’re real neat if they are worn proper¬ ly. For instance, I would not wear them to school, but I think if they aren’t too long or uneven I would wear one for a casual occasion. Burt Merical - I think they would be okay if they are long feels some are too loudmouthed. Her pet peeve is people who dis¬ criminate Tech’s name. Bobby who is called Andy by his friends may only be 5 ' 1” in height, but is much bigger in a lot uf ways. He is from the printing core area, and plans to continue in the prmting field after graduation In school he has been on the wrestling team for two years, let¬ tering once. He is well liked by most everyone he meets Andy will be the representative from Tech at the Y.M.C.A. Outside of school he likes to just ride around in his spare time, and see all the gouls (girls). Pork chops, chili, milk, pota¬ toes are his favorite foods and his favorite song is He’s a Rebel. When ever you’re talking to Bob he is liable to say oh spit” after every three or four wor At Tech, he likes his core area best. enough to cover your face so no¬ body would know it was you wearing it Kathy Norris - (who owns one) I like them, and I think any girl looks nice m one if she knows how to wear it. Heni Quint -1 think they would be pretty if they were in more natural colors. When the question was put to the teachers, some very good opinions were expressed Mr. Tannatt - When girls have pretty hair why do they want to cover it up like Martha Washing¬ ton. Mrs. Mack. • I think they are a real cute fad. (Does she mean as long as they are a passing ' ) Mr Kacena -1 can’t understand why they would hide under those hideous things. Mr. Cady-I think that it is a good idea for girls who have swimnung to cover up their curlers as long as they are combed nice and not left all frizzy on the ends. A Note From The Staff Sorry about the delay in getting the first Technicians to the stu¬ dent body. Only six students in the journalism classes are m their second se¬ mester of journalism. They are Janet Bengtson and Sharon Lewis, who edited the first issue; Dean Thomas and Chuck Gordon, who are in charge of the advertising; and Howard Hart and Sharon Knepper. The rest of the students are in theu- first semester of journalism and had to learn something about putting out a publi- caion. The third hour class worked on the first issue. The members are: Mike Aller, Forrest Harmsen. Gary Hiatt, Rich Johnston, Doug Manning, Peter Nawrocki, Gerald Shepard, Larry Thorntwi, Charles Wilson, Lois Clouse. Sandy Coffman. Chris Dawson. Bea DeCamp, Linda Eaton. Linda Keller, Kathy Lucas. Nancy MePhee. Linda Monohon, Suzanne Newton. Rita Perkovich, Mary Punelb, Mary Ann Seymour, Beverly Smith, Ameda Thompson. Linda Tromblee, Rita Wheeler. Marilyn Wise, Jane Young, and Bengston, Lewis. Thomas. Gordon. Hart. The first hour class was responsible for this issue: Mike Arthur, Bill Balzer, Jerry Berry, David Brown, Grant Chumbley. Jon Cope. Frank Erickson. Rick Gates Ron Mclntire, Charles Phipps. Cuftis Scott, Richard Thomas, Charles Tyler. Ron Webb, Bob Webster. Barbara Berg. Lana Blackledge. Nancy Cook. Connie Day. Vicki Dusenbery, Harriett Hoover. Ann Leeper, Lillian Maxwell. Linda Miller, Sharon Morch, Linda Newlson. Barb Pelger, Almda Pme- gar, Roxie Sharp, Claudia Straehan, Roberta Swope. Patty Whe¬ eler, and ShaitH) Knepper. And don’t forget, since the Technician is printed in Tech’s print shop, the paper changes printers every semester when a new printing class takes over the job of publishmg the paper Printing students who are working on the Technician this semester are: Grant Chumbley. Larry Carter. Bill Shaffer, Mark Lamb. Chuck Tyler. Paul Oksnee, Bob Webster. Jon Cope, and Robert Anderson. Hair Today • Gone Tomorrow But Wigs Don’t Seem To Be Proper at Tech 65 Page 2 Tachniciaa ACROSS 1. Tom Thumb ' s initials 3. More than one 6. One who rides 11. We ' re the boy scouts of Camp -monga (song) 12. Male English Teacher 14. Entrance 15. Fort Madison and Sing Sing 17. Mystery story 19. ... Francisco 20. This -- your life (TV show) 21.the lonely (Song) 22. l.arry Thomas ' s initials 23. Pass_(TV Show) 24. A reason for problems in Economics 26. You scream. I ' ll scream, we ' ll scream for_cream 28. A slanted remark 2 words) 30. Sandy Irwin ' s initials 31. Short for company 34. The_Ranger (TV show) 35. Forward 36. Short for advertisement 37. John Fitzgerald Kennedy 38. Chicken fruit 41. Plural or oil 42. Shon for Pennsylvania 45. Amis ' s nickname 46. ...wit 49. My country tis .. thee 50. Benjamin Franklin was respon¬ sible for this DOWN 1. .. be or not to be 2. ..my valentine 3. Foreman and Clark are these 4. Associated with indebtedness 5. TV station inside Tech 6. A king does this 7. Opposite of outs 8. Alfred_(not Neuman of Mad) 9. Registered nurse 10. Let ' s not get__ about it (saying) 11. Pa and Ma ...... from the Ozarks 13. Core area taught by Mr. Van Arkel 16. Fill it up with ... and check the gas 1 8. Conclusion 25. Middle-(Period in history) 27. A Fish 28. A Beverage 29. A pet 30. .. What? (saying) 33. An extinct car 38. A car 39. Relation 42. An untruth 43. Hawiian Food 44. Behind 46. Stands for North Carolina 47. Is in the neuter case 48. Theodore Roosevelt ' s initials Girls Gym Leaders Help by Lula Bell Harris Girls gym leaders take gym on re¬ gular days and lead the class in games, and exercises. They take care of the equipment and do some filing. Mrs. Shepherd said each girl had a job to do. They must keep a grade average of a 3 and with nothing below a 4. They are: Cheryl Cowart. Judy De- Camp. Modonna Blanchard. Norma Vertz. Vicki Nercum. Dixie Wilson. Barb Darnell. Karen Verfurth. Sheila Kimberly. Vicki Holmes. Cindy God¬ win. Lydia Hicks. Donna Holling- worth. Sandy Spoonholz. Jem Grant. Lois Williams. Pat Miller Mona Miller. Mary Jo Griffin. Sue Cope. Janice Otterback. Paula Tay¬ lor. Kathy Reaming. Cheryl Erwin. Sandra Barker. Karen Verfunh. Rosemary Serra, Cheryl Frakes. Cin¬ dy Godwin. Ann Parker. Joan Cut- WTight. Judy Hoover, Geraldine Ho¬ well. Dianna Haine. and Linda Lon- rea. Only Gai In Area, Trade Vander Velden, Thinks It’s Fun! Tech Honors Foreign Student by Nancy Cook Pete Nawrrocki, Tech ' i foreign exchange student from Peru, was honored m an International As¬ sembly Friday. March 29. Pete was only one of several foreign-bom students participat¬ ing in the assembly He played the Argentme song “Never on Sunday” and the Poland tuive “Carnival Melody on the accor- dian. He also showed sbdes and told about Peru. Candy Smith expressed what international friendship meant to her Mrs. Walter Brown, Vice President of the American Field Service, spoke on the Spirit of AFS. Mrs J. B. Morris. Jr. ex¬ plained about the begining of the AFS David Perry told what Democracy is. Loretta Melone entertained the audience wnth a Spanish dan¬ ce and Chns Long did a Polish dance. “Czardas” was a sang done by David Leach on the trumpet Kenya, Africa was represented by Tech student Stephan Onguko. Stephan showed slides and told about his country. “Am Tag Als Der Regen Kam,” a German song, was sung by John Eichebs without musical accom¬ paniment Gary Ellis sang “America the Beautiful and read a poem call¬ ed “Peace” which was written by Tech graduate and was pub¬ lished in a UN booklet. Students who were dressed in costume were: Teresa Murphy. Poland; Beth Stukenberg. Hun¬ gary; Heni Quint. Phibpines; Penee Pfantz. Persia; Barb Buck¬ ingham, Mexico; Barb Brinker. CanCan. Mary Ann Seymour. Egyptian. LoretU Melone, Spain; and Chris Long, Poland. Mary Ann Seymour presented Pete with one $30 share of stock from Meredith Publishing Com¬ pany to remind him of our coun¬ try. Des Moines, and Tech High. Thanks go to Mrs Bohlman for supervising and helping the participants and to Loretta Me¬ lone for loaning the costumes. by Chris Dawson “And how does it feel to be the only girl in the Drafting Core Area? “It’s fun! replied fifteen year old Trude Vander Velden. “I get teased a lot. but I just tease right back, and I think the boys have more or less accepted my being there. Trude is a cute five foot, five inch sophomore with light brown hair and green eyes--and always seen with a bri t smile on her face! She became interested in architecture when she was only a bttle girl Trude used to study over an older friend ' s blue prints—namely her father ' s boss. Her father is a carpenter. “I really bke this type of work and I plan to attend Iowa State College at Ames to major in it She is in Mr. Van Arkel ' s morn¬ ing area. Trude does not find the class too difficult because she likes to draw, and the work is varied. “We never draw the same things twice, she said. Miss Vander Velden is origin¬ ally from Newton but has lived in Des Moines eleven years now. She has been very busy in her first semesters here at Tech. Her activities include: Pep Club, Pep- pettes. Student Council. Syn- cronized Swimming, (and is now practicing to compete in the A.A.U. swimming meet to be held in April), and also took part in the tryouts for cheerleadmg. Among her favorites are: piz¬ zas. steaks. French fries, and al¬ most any kind of refreshment Peter, Paul, and Mary are her favorite singers along with the Kingston Trio. “The bird is Trude ' s special dance. “Our Winter Love is the No. 1 record with Trude. Her most enjoyed hobbies are swimming and diutcing, and de- sigrung modem houses. Trude ' s ambition: To be a suc¬ cessful architect, of course! UAL A D LAD: by mmter Cook This pert, bouncy. 5 ' ! , brown eyed, red haired senior gal is Linda Miller, commonly known as “Lil Red.” Linda hails from home¬ room 323 and the clerical core area. She came to Tech from Lin¬ coln Junior High. Her favorites in everything are: song, I Can ' t Stop Loving You; singers, Brenda Lee and Elvis Presley. I like anything Italian or Mexican and good and hot! she stated Anything in acqua blue is tops on her list. Mr Blair, Driver ' s Education, and Family Relations also rate high. On weekends she loves to go to par¬ ties and roller skating If she could change anything, she would eliminate all evil. Her pet peeve is people who persist in gossiping about other people, and people who hold grudges. Linda, born and raised in Des Moines, wants to work a while after graduation and then hook the right guy. Red is on the Commencement Committee at Tech and works in the Public Library after school. This 5’8 . brown haired, hazel eyed senior is Richard Perry who is the the Student Council Ser¬ geant at Arms and a member of the senior Social Conunittee. Dick came to Tech from Nathan Weeks Junior High because he thought Tech was “a lot better than Lincoln. He now hails from homeroom 342 and the Bookkeep¬ ing core area. He u on co-op at Institutional Wholesale Grocers. If he ever has any free time he likes parties and funny movies His favorite movie at the time is Son Of Flubber. His favorite song and singer are Gentleman Jim and Floyd Cramer. Dick has no special favorites in food, he like them all. Mr Watson and History also rate high on his list School spirit bothers Dick. He doesn ' t think Tech has enough. His pet peeve is kids with no school spirit He would hate to be stranded on an island because he likes people--- but people don ' t like me. he sighed(laugh). After graduation Dick plans to go to California to attend college. So far he u undecided as to which one. Areas Save Money By Making Equipment by Beryl Casey Tech ' s core areas saved a great deal of money by making some equipment for the new Data Pro¬ cessing area which opened this year. Mr. Davenport from this area wanted some enlarged data sheets so he could go step by step through the procedure with his students. These sheets, made into blackboard form, took two months to make. Mr Davenport estimated them to be worth about $200 apiece and it cost only a- round 9 dollars to make them here at Tech. Students in Painting and De¬ corating painted the board and students from Drafting lettered in the information. Students who painted the boards were Tom Wright, Skip Turnipseed, and and Richard Smith The students who lettered the boards were Dave Leach and Larry Knutson. Jim Allison and John Olson from Drafting made the full size draw¬ ing of the sheets. A writing board was made, by the students in Sheet Metal for the Data Processing area. The cost downtown was estimated at 25 dollars apiece but they were made for about 9 dollars. Twenty- five were made. FTA Club Hears Tech Teachers by Candy E. Smith ' Tech ' s Future Teachers Asso¬ ciation has given me the opportu¬ nity to learn both the rewards and disadvantages of a teaching career. says President Nancy Most who plans to become either a physical education or math teacher. FTA members explore the teaching profession according to their interests and abilities Their purpose isn’t for entertainment but to learn about the personal¬ ity. character, and leadership qualities essential in good teach¬ ers. Tech teachers, who are guest speakers, tell alxiut their subject or core areas. They give informa¬ tion on required training, cost, and scholarships available. This year’s officers are Presid¬ ent. Nancy Most-12A. Vice-pre¬ sident Jerry Chiaramonte-llA, Secretary. Phyllis Sharp-12A. Treasurer. Jennifer Mill(r-12A. Historian. Sharon Hutchison-11 A: and Publicity Chairman. Dixie Wilson-11 A. Those interested in attendmg FTA should see the sponsors Mr Kinzie and Mr Chelleen Meet¬ ings ara held at 7:40 Thursday mornings. PUBLICATIONS STAFF Technician: Editor -. Vicki Dusenbery Assistant Editor: Nancy Cook Advertising Manager: Larry Thornton Sports Editor: Jerry Berry Assistant Sports Editor: Doug Manning Exchange Editor: Linda Eaton Circulation Manager: Lots Clouse Engineer: Editor . Rita Wheeler SporU Editor: Rick Cates (Photography Editor of both Publications) Members: Both Publications Mike Arthur (sports, columnist): Bill Balzer (sports, advertising). Jon Cope (sports, advertising); Forrest Harmsen (sports, advertising); Gary Hiatt (Engineer, photographer). Charles Tyler (reporter). Bob Webster (reporter, advertuing). Charles Wilson (sports). Sandy Coff¬ man (Engineer, reporter). Chris Dawson (reporter. Engineer); Bea DeCamp (Engineer, reporting). Linda Nelson (reporter). Barb Pelger (Engineer, reporter), Rita Perkovich (reporter). Roxie Sharp (En¬ gineer. advertising). Claudia Strachan (Engineer, reporting); Connie Day (Engineer, reporter) 66 25 Years of Technical - Vocational - Academic Education 3‘he TECHNICIAN fiPif y €€€ 4 n May 13. 1 69 _ Pcs Moines, Iowa _ Fncc 3 cenu _ 1 .sue 14 CLASS OF 72 ORIENTATION AT TECH NEXT FRID by Owen Knapp Tech’s Class of ’72 and their parents have been invited to attend a special orientation program Friday, May 16 at 7:30 p. m. The program will introduce Tech and the wide variety of opportunities It offers. The first part of the program wQl be in the auditorium where one of the features will be a stage setting of students dressed in the uniforms of school activities. Skits and musical numbers will introduce the organizations. Mr. Jack Diiuut is in charge of explainiqg the extra-curricular areas, and the coaches will be there repreMnting the many athletic offerings at Tech. Members of the band will perform the school songs for the Class of ’72. Following the program in the auditorium, refreshments will be served in the cafeteria. This time will give the students a chance to talk informally to the sponsors, coaches, and teachers. Mr. Gerald Conley, Tech’s vice-principal, who is in charge of the program, said, niie purpose is to acquaint new students with Tech. High school has more meaning when students are involved, and this gives them an opportunity see things. All incoming sophomores to Des Moines Tech are listed in the inner pages of this special issue of the Technician. Tech Talent Shown-Off In D.M. exhibits by Leland Welch Several of Tech’s core-areas arc preparing exhibits to be presented at different busines locations throuch- out the city. Mr. Don Blackman, Miss Marie Brewer, and other core- area teachers and facultv are workinc with managers and representatives of Des Moines business to heln nromote the school. “We hope to show the public what kind of training is available at Tech and how valuable this kind of educa¬ tion is in preparing students for well¬ paying jobs with a future,” Miss Mar¬ ie Brewer, art instructor, said. The first exhibit planned will be at the south side Brenton Bank which will consist of fifty pieces of photo¬ graphy work. Also planned are two exhibits to appear simultaneously at the lowa- Des Moines National Bank, down¬ town at Sixth and Walnut. One ex¬ hibit will consist of work done bv the drafting core-area. The second will include work from three core-areas- machine shop, sheet metal and weld¬ ing. Younkers downtown store will have a display from the aviation core-areas in one of the store’s Walnut street windows. Also to be at Younkers will be a window display sponsored by Tech High members cd the Teen Board. In addition to these exhibits, two art core-area seniors will have one- man shows of their work at Bankers Trust Company downtown. These seniors are Sandra Wehrle and Gavla Graham. Space for the exhibits is provided free of charge by the above mention¬ ed businesses. With each exhibit will be information about the core area promoting the kind of education available at Tech. Mr. Blackman and Miss Brewer expect more exhibits in the future. “We hope to continue with more exhibits from different core-areas this fall and in the future at tnese and other locations, commented Miss Brewer. Mr. Don BIncknum THS Principal Welcomes 72 “On behalf of the Des Moines Tech Faculty, I extend a sincere welcome to the new tenth grade students. Your class, numbering over 600, will be one of the largest in recent years, and we are proud that you have chosen Des Moines Tech. I know th at you have made a very wise choice because: (1.) You will be trained in a spec¬ ific skill for immediate emplovment (2.) You will be given a program of studies that will enable vou to eo on to college if you so desire. I sincerely hope that you will make every effort to be at the tenth grade orientation program this Friday. This is just one of the many activities plan¬ ned to help you get the MOST OUT OF YOUR NEW SCHOOL. Welcome to Des Moines Technical High School. -Mr. Don Blackman. Search For Queen Teen by Chris Raymond The naming of a teen queen is a contest put on by the State Fair. Each high school is invited to enter the con¬ test. It works like this; the high school selects a girl to represent the queen for their schDol. Each candidate is judged on beauty, charm, poise, per- pression, awareness, talent and lead- sonality, attitude, appearance, ex- ership. The contest is split up into different areas for judging. One area is appear¬ ance in a swimming suit. Area two is talent, judged on the value of her talent. Area three is an interview with the contestant. TECH SENIORS VISIT GOVERNOR ' S OFFICE by Pete Ramirez Tech seniors had the orivileee of taking a tour of the State House and Historical building April 17 and 18. The seniors met at the Historical Buildiing at 8:00 A.M. with their instructors. After attendance was checked they were allowed a free lance tour. At 9:00 they met once again at the State House where they sat in on a meeting of the House of Representa¬ tives. Here they were recognized by the Speaker of the House. The Senate was the next stop. There they listened and saw legal procedures for the passing of a bill. The tour concluded with a visit to the govenor’s office. There the seniors saw Governor Robert D. Rav. “Everything’s Coming Up Daisies” is the theme for the 1969 Senior Prom to be held at the Hotel Saverv. May 24th from 8:30 to 11:30 PM. Don Hoy and his Orchestra will provide the dance music for the prom. All seniors, and July graduates are invited to the prom. Seniors may bring guests from other schools pro- McManus Gives OK to Coulottes by Ariean Smith Mrs. Mary Anne McManus, girl’s advisor, approved the wearing of coulottes by the girls at Tech High School, Friday March 13. 1969. A student council committee brought up a proposal stated four requirements: 1. Tile coulottes should have a pleat, fold, or tuck. 2. A limited bem line should not be more than 4H inches above the knee. 3. They should “definntelv” not be light. 4. No resembaleoce of “riiorta” or “bermudas. They are worn only on a trial basis, and violation of the privilidge may result in discontinuing the wearing of coulottes. The chairman of the committee is Colleen Waage, other members are: Ranae Calligan. Lance Hanson, Ran¬ dy Mitchell, and Donna Thomas. vided they buy a ticket costing $2.50 per guest. This should be the prettiest prom ever, ’’said Mrs. Mary Anne McMan¬ us. Girl’s Advisor, also in charge of the prom. Chariman of the Prom Committe is Senior Class Vice-President Colleen Waage. Donna Kelso is her assistant. ' Daisies ' Deign at Prom - May 24 67 25 Years of Technical - Vocational - Academic Education m,e TECHNICIAN March 28. i 6 ' 5 Des Moines, loua Price 5 cents ol 25, issue 11 Technician Merger With Register Tribune Board Votes Down Tuomi ' s Bicycle!! Unknown The Des Moines School Board. Tuesday voted 8 to 2 in favor of buying the Dairy Queen on SW 9th and Park Ave., to be used for Tech student parking. To pay for this new convenience a 10,000.00 dollar bond issue will go before the people of Des Moines. April 28th. At this date it is impossible to say exactly how many cars the new lot will accomodate. At the present time it will hold 5 average size vehicles, but if the walnut-pistachio machine is taken out there will also be room for Mr. Eino Tuomi to park his bike. However, hope is dim for Mr. Tuomi because the school board voted 7 to 2 in favor of walnut-pistachio, there was one abstaining MR. BETZ ' S FOOT ON TECH ' S ROOF by Fred Fireman A $2 billion, 70,000 foot statue of Mr. E. C. Betz is currently on order at Poison’s Salvage as part of the Senior Class Project With hands on hips, the right foot will be planted on the Capital grounds while e left foot wCl be set on Tech’s roof. Upon its head will be lights saying, ’ Welcome to Iowa,” and will be able to be seen from any¬ where in the Midwest. The body will be movable so that any time a plane approaches Mr. Betz will bend from the waist allow¬ ing the plane to go over his head. “I always knew I would make it big,” said Mr. Betz. DUE TO THE FACT THAT TECH STUDENTS WILL BE ON SPRING VACATION ON APRIL 1ST, WE REGRET TO INFORM YOU THAT THE TRADITIONAL APRIL FOOLS EDITION OF THE TECHNIC¬ IAN HAS REGRETABLY BEEN CANCELLED. .Your Beloved Editor. New headquarters of the Technician Seniors Buy Betz Rare Auto for Project Senior Gift to Mr. Betz by Dan Rowan and Dick Martin The Superior Senior Class of Des Moines Technical High School has once again demonstrated their unusual way of doing things by being the first class in recorded history to buy a gift for an individual faculty member. Our beloved ’69er8 have chosen unanimously to dedicate their s 2 nior class project to retiring principal, E. C. Betz. On June 3, 1969, Mr. Betz will be presented with a sparkling n w 1970 Edsel, pictured above. This is a great triumph for the senior class as Edsels have been in limited production since 1960 and very difficult to get a hold of. Mr. Betz was not available for com¬ ment on his gift at press time. The seniors voted in the car at a senior meeting 528 to 1. The one vote against was a small brunette girl who proposed that the gift be to send all soph¬ omores to Hawaii for summer vacation. After through investigation this “sen¬ ior” turned out to be sophomore Carme Irwin, who is well known in Tech circles for her craftiness. The Technician staff wishes to congratulate the seniors for their excellent and appropiate selection of a senior gift. by Rosey Heartless Mr. Stan Blair, world-renown jour¬ nalism instructor, and Mr. Gamer Cowles, publisher of the Register and Tribune, simultaneously announced a merger today. From now o n the Technician and the Register and Tribune will be printed by Cowles Publishing, who also purchased the Tech Print Shop for $39.22. At an informal press confrence held in the girl’s gym locker room, Mr. Cowles announced small chanaes to be made in both papers. Beginning with the next issue the Technician will become a daily paper, with the Register and Tribune coming out every two weeks, if they re lucky. In addition to the change in fre¬ quency of issues, the two united publications are also trading printing facilities. The new Technician address will be 8th and Locust, with the Reg¬ ister and Tribune’s headquarters at 1800 Grand Avenue. When asked for comment, Mr. Larry Card, Ace Print Shop Teacher, commented. “I think it’s too bad that we will be no longer printing the Technician, but I’m sure the guys will get a Itick out of the Register and Tribune.” Tech High also welcomes the Reg¬ ister and Tribune staff, which will be occupying what ever part of the building KDPS isn’t in. McKEEVER HAS QUITE A WALK by Fred Fireman Senior Dan McKeever walks to school every day. This doesn’t sound very interesting unless you stop to consider he lives in Roquert, Califor¬ nia. But even stranger is the fact that he has to walk over the Missouri River. “I’ve always been able to walk on water,” Dan told this reporter. Dan’s mother is half Indian and half dolphin while his father is a thoroughbred shark. He leaves for school at 7:30 each morning and arrives at 7:45, just in time for water polo practice. When asked how he manages to walk all the way every day he replied, “It’s easy. I just turn left at the Des Moines River.” 68 Page 4 THE TECHNICIAN Camera Catches Mr. Betz at Work as Principal At the same desk for 23 years. Writing, writing, WRITING!! The calendar shows the end is near. Reading, reading, READING!! Just think how many aasem- Authority, sincerity, leadership, blies he has hosted! dedicated service “Tech Comes First ' ’ Says MRS. E. C. Betz by Mike Lewis “Pretty wonderful. I have to be un¬ derstanding because Tech High comes first.” This is how Mrs. Darlene Betz re¬ plied when asked what it is like to be the wife of a Tech High Principal. She continued, “If my husband has a lot of work and needs to work until six o’clock then we have to eat late; But that’s alright; his enthusiasm for Tech High is tremendous.” “Does Mr. Betz ever mix school with home? “Yes, when it’s something good he comes home exhuberant and tells me about it. But when he’s under pres¬ sure about something bad that hap¬ pened. he is usually real quiet around the house. I can tell when something is wrong.” “Do you look forward to your hus¬ band’s retirement?” “I look ahead with mixed emotions Tech High has been a 24 hour )ob for the past 23 years, it will be quite a change for us. We plan to see America, do things around the house, and just relax”. “Mrs. Betz why are you proud of Tech High?” “I’m proud of Tech because of the high standards it has maintained. I ' m proud of the high compliments Tech has received, for example; Rupert N. Evans. Dean of the College of Educa. tion at the Univerrsity of Illinois said. “. . . such first rate schools as Des Moines Technical High School and Milwaukee Vocational School arc the most nearly comprehensive high schools in the United States.” “Things like this make all 23 years worth their weight in gold or should 1 say silver.’’ concluded Mrs. Betz. The Technician Vol. 25 Issue 15 Published 3,times per month by the Jour¬ nalism Dept, of Des Moines Technical Hlith School. 1800 Grand .Avenue. Des Moines, Iowa 50309. Subscription rate per year: One Dollar Editor Associate Editor Feature Editor Sports Editor Photopranh. ' _ Circulation Manager Ekchanpe Editor .. Auditor Ad Manacer _ Advisor _ Rich Walls Fred Foreman .Ro«t Harles Howard kels«- Barrs Peck Brad Peterstii Sandra William Bes Quaintanci Dwight Subbert Leland Welch _ Stan Blair 69 7 7 . CoGcJt ' l 2ue4iuui fio JL ? What quatitiM do you considar maka a qood athlata? Ronald M. Andarson. athlrtic di- I ( ilor Mi ' ntal and physical ability, luvi of compotitiun. di ' sirc to bo a wmnor ' Harold C. Johnson, football, track roach Spood. inKpniiity. courage, de¬ termination and Sira Ray Hughaa. wresting, assistant fiMitball and basketball coach Desire to be a competer. to win in d« sir« d sport. abi vi average gr.ades. must have p4 rseverance. must be consc ' U-ntKuis about phy¬ sical and mental training, i e cals proper f� KMfs, gets enough grMxl sleep, doesn ' t smoke or drink Clan Routa. assistant foolb.ill coach “Di ' termination. alu ' ilv. i.Mip eration Don Bryant. Nt t-aio b.i ' ' el .ill, .-cssistant basketball b Olx-ys propiM training iiihs, cooperates with coa«-hes and oIIh i players, plays fair, dix sn 1 k� k about officials d -eisions. h.e- no alibies. does his lu st .it all lion ’ Emily Shaphard. Girls Alhleiu AssiH iation. l� oy and go Is tennis roach Will to win. stamina. abi1it for sport, sportsmanship Warren Nixon, bovs and girls i;ott roach ■ Goofl sportsmanship, kmox the game and like it, s hiMtl m t .nu lovaltv ilependabilitv ■ ' ■■ ' Jim TIk lisill .M.-.l ' Mjti IS nriw ilid I Muv. ..lilt piuillic IS going oil U.S usual A I ulli ut IS gutlK . 4 ioulid tha Glifllli aliti Ualbicli llillik tie al«’ athletes, just b� -- . uuss IlM y have attlli te’s IikjI It lull also Ia ell S.UU that M� K« «- lliilik III IS still pUivmg luutiiall Tech Downs Three North Dazzled 51-20 Ihiril I iuhtinu Matmen l)efrat(‘(J liv hast K.i I lll.b Ute-tllllg ti .1111 If (. ..ti .1 T- • h .to M� Till -d.iv ii ' l. I • n.-.n. .l.iii ' i.ev 7. .ii I. eh TIu •1. . h • ■ |.. uin VM M 111 tti. M2 iH.iind il. . M ould f.H.U uM. Mill M •till, m :t ti .•(uihK in ihf l:t. ' i |iuiind t Hurt Klbiieu.n Uuti on a ibn-iun • . • It ■ K • nh.iii.• 1 .MIm.i M. M.L.. K.. t IIK , ■ .01.1 .1. MV W . M I. 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Phone 3-0121 SpxUlix lU Oh, AUtieie The Spotlight shines on Don Conlon of Home Room 119 Don IS the slow, easy going fellow with all the curly hair He is 9 2” and weighs 165 lbs This tall dark creature that slides through Vhe halls in the morning with a cer¬ tain girl. 5«-em$ to have found enough pep and energy last year to win himself a letter in basket¬ ball Don IS a 12A student and is majoring in Refrigeration If you see a pi-rson who answers to the name of Flo. walking with him. don ' t think it is to help him keep his balance, because it is just his girl. Have you .and your friends all bought your basketball tickets ' If we want a sucressful season M-e mu.st not only have five men on the eourt. but 720 hackers in the stands Off The Bench (Way Off) S. C. Foes Wins 49-4S in ICxcitin Overtinie V.illfv an.l t’haiii.in High m -i - iipgft un su.c.-s-iv - night - hv th.- ' Ii.i h five It i.-il.iitilv I ' Mu- truth lu say that uv.-itiiu. s .ue Mu- must .xiiling p.irt% u| tb. gii.... 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' ilb. .iiul M iMi ... . ..ii M«.- 1.. ||..M tng n.ehl Tin--., p-..1 . • -- ..Ml II .id. .1 c.,-;. -.1 ilu u . ..P ... Ih .... (. ,.1.1 t . ' V.- M • I. .1.1 ..II. -ipiH.fi FiM ' h ' s Cheerleaders These five handsome guys hardly need any introduction, but in case you don ' t know who those atomic bombs, full of pep and energy are, try again. Yes. it ' s the Tech High Cheer¬ leaders Ross Griffith. Rob Sullivan. Rill Sargent. Bill McKarlan. and Charlie Peterson What did you think of the Quin- tenriblettes-pretty terrible, huh?? And that chorus line-whew? well anyway. What’s the matter with the cheer¬ leaders?? They ' re all right?!?! Sports Party Des Moines Tech Girls Athletic Association entertained eight girls from each of the five high schtMtIs Roosevelt, IJncoln, East. North and St. Joseph ' s on November II at 4 p.m. The girls participated in bad minton, ping pong, shuffle board and swimming, with prizes being awarded in each sport Tech Wins Lincoln Tops ' I ' ech, 33-31 Lincoln High stopped a fight¬ ing Des Moines Teen Quintet rri- day night. December 10. by the close score of 33-31. Lincoln led most of the game and was ahead at the half‘20-14. The Engineers came storming back during the third quarter and narrowed the margin to two points. Lincoln went ahead again and Tech over took them in the last minute of the nte on McKee’s charity toss. This was not enough, however, as Hoffa of Lincoln lobbed in a i up shot with 36 seconds to go. That shot meant the margin of victory. Again it was Jim Hoskins who sparked the Engineer Juniors, although they were defeated 40- 26. Hoskins was credited with 16 of his team ' s 26 points, and should be quite a player for the varsity dunng the next year or two. A hush fell over the crowd as Elwin Ellston approached the free throw line. His arms cocked, snapped, and the ball floated gracefully through the basket with a swish. ELWIN HAD MADE HIS FIRST FREE THROW IN 16 ATTEMPTS!! What did Coach Johnson and Coach Hughes say to the second team at the half of the Valley game to make them win their first game of the season? After this, maybe they ' ll say it more often. Yours truly is having a bad time writing OFF THE BENCH There is a wrestler here who keeps begging us to put his name in this column. Okay, fella, here it is Chuck Waters! TSK!! TSK!! Question of the semester: Why is Don Hughes always late to school? I was talking to Hill Evans and Arvid RUxtmburg. They tell me they are going to have a raffle. The prize? They are going to raf¬ fle off themselves. This is what they say girls. Hurry, hurry, the tickets are going fast!” The only catch is. they take out the girl who wins. That ' s one way to get money for a date-also the date. Super Guy. Although Bob Aduddell has participated in sports, and every activity that Tech has sponsored, he has man¬ aged to read a book u week all semester. This startling fact was confirmed by Miss Smith, our librarian. Opener, 32-31 Friday night. Dec. 4th. the Tech cagers opeoi their season in ihe South Centzal Coiiferenoe defeaqng Indianola 32-31 at the East High gym. Tech lumped in to the swing early in tne quarter with Dan Griffin scoring for the Engineers. Tech held their lead until the 3rd quarter, when the Indians took a ( point lead. Tech fought back and Barbieri ' s basket tied the game. Githens was then foulded. Connie missed his first shot, but the second was good. Weeks, Indianola’s star, was outstanding for the Indaians. Connie Githens. brilliant little forward, looked good for the Engineers. Indanola ' s seconds defeated the Engineer Soph ' s 32-21. although Lightning Jim Hoskins scored 11 points for Tech. Page 6_THC TECHNICIAN_ Tech High’s 25 Core Areas of Training Teaches Art Area Students Show High Percent Still in Same Field by Paula Osborn Commercial Art core area at Tech offers an opportunity for the student to specialize in the type of work that is of most interest to him. It also uquaints the students with the essential skills, techniques, and tools commonly used by commercial a-tists today. Art Principles is required of soph¬ omores. going into art and teaches an orientation program with a wide range of art activity, ,Art One is a basic course in drawing, lettering, layout, color and design. Art Two is a course in the study of reproduction ; tkI If • practical application of basic art principles. Art Three is studying and exper¬ imenting with many methods of re¬ production. Art Four and Five are studio type art classes which offer an opportunitv fo the student to specialize. Some of the work included is interior decora¬ ting, display, fashion design, photog- r.iphy, and television art. Art students take the required ac¬ ademic courses plus typing, algebra, geometry, and photography. The core area has all the equipment needed in this field including a pho- ;i graphy darkroom. Miss Marie Brewer, head of Tech ' s Art core area, said that over a 24 year period about 43 per cent of the 476 grat ates go on to colleges, univers¬ ities and art schools with ab iut 34 P‘r cent going on scholarships. She said about 61 per cent of the graduates are working in the field of commercial art. Other instructors in this area are Mr. Alfred Thomas, Mr. George Jef- chak. and Mr. Bill Kacena. SHEET METAL SHOP FILLS AREA’S NEED by Hurry McC ullough Tech’s Vocational Sheet Metal core area teaches a skilled trade in • he field of sheet metal. The requirements are algebra and geometry. Some mechanical drawing is preferred. The shop is fully equipped with SIS.OOO of equipment; turning ma¬ chines. hand tools, brakes, shears, rolls, benches, stakes, etc. Post graduate job opportunities are an apprenticeship in sheet metal trade leading up to journeyman status. “Seniors may go on co-op if their grades are up in all subjects,’’ said Mr.Harold Rutz, core area instruc¬ tor. There is a big demand for skilled x orkmen with salaries that pay more than $5.00 per hour. WELDING AREA USES LATEST EQUIPMENT by Dan Gartin ‘The Welding core area teaches the basic concepts and skills of welding by various processes as required by indus¬ try,” stated Mr. John l.ehmkuhl, weld¬ ing instructor. He says that the basic requirements are “The Three R ' s” but at Tech, mechanical drawing 1 and blueprint reading are helpful courses. The welding .shop contains approx¬ imately $200,000 worth of welding equipment. This includes different types of gas and arc welders with a Hobart micro wire and l.inde A.C.- D.C. T.l. G. welders. Co-op jobs in this field are available in production work and post gradu¬ ate opportunities are available in ind- dustry and construction trades. Mr. Lehmkuhl says, “Welding is a skill that may be applied in many fields of industry and construction trades.” Mr. Harold Mismash is an instruct¬ or also in the welding shop. He teach¬ es basic oxy-acetylene welding to stud¬ ents in other fields at Tech. by Sara Smith Bookkeeping or Accounting Core Area at Tech teaches the importance of business information and its use. The instructors in the area are Mr. W.E. Barlow. Miss Bea Strieby, and Mr. Wayne Webber. These instructors cover recording and reporting tech¬ niques and the application of ma¬ chines to accounting. This core area also covers special problems like income taxes and pay¬ roll budgeting. In order to take bookkeeping, a stu¬ dent must take the regular subjects plus typing for two semesters, bus¬ iness machines (adding and calculating machines), tabulator equipment for three semesters, commercial law, and Auto Mechanics Area Fills Modern Needs by Bill Tornquist Car need repair, bad transmission, air conditioning out. bad brakes? rhese arc just a few of the things the Auto Mechanics core area fixes. Tech’s shop has over $250,000 worth of equipment used in the train¬ ing of vtud.nts in Auto Mechanics. Sophomores are taught the basics with class work and actual experienc-v Juniors go on into components of en¬ gines and as seniors are placed in garage practice. Here, th. y work on privately owned cars. Tech students and faculty members take advantage of this area by bringing in their cars for repairs. Some people outside of lech also take advantage of the area. Most of the machines that are used in the shop and garage have been do¬ nated by private individuals or com¬ panies. For example, last year. Ford gave Tech $14,000 in engines and transmissions to work with. Mr. Al Franklin is head of the core area with other instructors being Mr. Dale Fang and Mr. Calvin W ' iseman. All three have had years of experience in private industry before teaching at lech. business filing. Some of the equipment used in this business area are eight posting ma¬ chines with a price range of $500 and up, and ten adding machines at $200 apiece. Students taking accounting in col¬ lege would find Tech’s course help¬ ful in becoming a certified public ac¬ countant which is one of the highest paid professions. This area aids in the management of a business should a student reach this level, “Accounting is needed in many places such as small businesses, bank¬ ing. insurance companies, and indus¬ tries,” said Mr. Barlow, instructor. Refrigeration Area Teaches Heating And Cooling Skills by Wanda Laws Refrigeration teaches the funda¬ mentals of refrigeration, heating and air conditioning. The only required subject in this area is algebra. Equipment that is used is furnaces, window air conditioning, commercial refrigeration equipment, ice makers and assorted refrigeration equip¬ ment. Some of the opportunities after graduation are the service and install- meni of refrigerators and also air condition equipment. There is a possibility of saleswork or as a refrigeration and air conditioning engineer. Mr. Carl Watkins, instructor, commented that with more and more home air conditioning being installed each year the demand will be great for trained service men. It is said that within ten years 75 per cent of the homes will be cooled by cen¬ tral air conditioning. Computer Programming: Tech’s Newest Area by Fred Foreman In addition to computer program¬ ming. studems learn compufler operating, systems analyzing, systems designing and accounting. The only math requirement is that each student has completed at least algebra satisfactorily. The program¬ ing course includes 9 weeks typing, a limited course in psychology, and three years of college level account¬ ing. The computer used is a Burroughs scries 200 and includes a printer, a card reader, a card puncher, and four tape units. It cost the school about $144,000 and requires over $1,000 a month for maintenance. Also used are several I.B.M. unit-record machines consisting of an Interpre¬ ter. a Reproducing Punch, an Ac¬ counting Machine, a Collater and a Sorter. The e machines are rented for more than $10,000 a year. Although co-op opportunities are limited, the post graduate job oppor¬ tunities are unlimited. “It has been estimated that 50.000 programmers are needed today and that this number is increasing,” says Mr. Robert Davenport, head of the Data Processing Center. He is joined by Miss Betty Miller, Mr. Gene Rogers, Mr. Arvin Fett- kether. and Mrs. Vicki Gooch as instructors in this area. Bookkeeping Area Teaches Accounting Skills 71 THE TECHNICIAN Page 7 Techniques, Skills Needed in Adult Work World ' Working with Wood : Cabinet Making’s Motto The world of hibe K complex by Ron Oliver Cabinet Making core area teaches many of the trained skills in art of woodworking and building trade skills. These include shop drawings, cut¬ ting bills, cost of materials, and the correct way to get most out of power tools as well the use of hand tools in the cabinet making trade. A study is made of woods, hard¬ ware, abrasives and adhesives. Related and required math are taught as a part of the class work. Applied math, plane geometry and biology are recommended. The shop equipment is valued at a- bout $30,000. Included in this equip- Carpentry Teaches House Building by Pat O’ Connell Carpentry teaches the fundamentals of the well-paying carpenter’s trade in five semesters or 1206 actual class hours. Carpentry requires one semester of mechanical drawing, an understanding of math and an average mechanical aptitude. Most tools and materials are fur¬ nished but a $4 fee each semester is asked for from the students to cover some of the expenses of the area. •Mr. Roherf Meharry, instructor, says, “There are many job opportun- ki at the present time for ambitious young men who would enter this vo ation. Many students from this area be¬ come foremen, job superintendents, and even contractors. “This trade is a chance for a stu¬ dent to get an early financial start with potential to upgrade himself, either in trade training classes, or in college. added Mr. Meharry. This area, located on the fourth floor, is easily recognized by the usual practice frame work of a house a- ppearing on the floor of the shop. ment are 3 drum sanders, a belt sand- er, edge sander, five circular saws, two joiners, 24 inch thickness planer. Also, there are many portables elec¬ tric tools, hand tools and benches. “There are many opportunities to get advanced training in apprentice¬ ship programs,” says Mr. Donley Pierson, core area instructor. With the rapid increase in popula¬ tion, the natural obsolesence of houses, and urban renewal programs there is a need for people trained in the skills •)f woodworking. Contractors say that their biggest job is to find men with building trades skills. Mr. Gunder Fribourgh is another instructor in this area. Communication Electronics Concerns With Devices Needed in Today’s World by Jan Weeks Communications Electronics teach¬ es students to be able to install, oper¬ ate, service and construct communica¬ tion equipment for both commerical and consumer use. Mathematics through advanced al¬ gebra and physics are needed to be in this area. Simple hand tools, screw drivers, soldering irons, and small wrenches are owned by students. Other equip¬ ment is furnished by the school. Employment as a technician in a radio and TV station; service techni¬ cian in radio and TV shops; radio technician with police radio; plane, railroad, and telephone companies are a few of the opportunities post grad¬ uate-wise or even Co-op opportunities. Mr. Bryon Mann, instructor in the area, says, “1 believe this area affords an idea opportunity for a graduate to qualify for a good entry job in the electronics field so that he may ad¬ vance as he becomes more proficient or learns more about the area of work.” Diesel Mechanics Explores Power Units by Mary Jo Lee In the Diesel Mechanics core area, students are instructed in the opera¬ tion, maintenance and repair of Di esel engines and the proper application of them in trucks, busses, and heavy e- quipment. Shop math and physical science are desirable other subjects beside the required subjects. Tech has 12 Detroit Diesels, three Cummins Diesels, four C ' aterpillar Diesels, one large .superior tug boat engine, and other engines, totaling 36. These engin:« are valued at $150, 000 with other tools and equipment valued at between $6,000 to $10,000. “Job opportunities arc great, says Mr. Gary Kennendy, instructor. “Jobs are readily available for trained Diesel mechanics at high pay. Seniors usually finds jobs before graduation and go on Co-op,” he added. Few trades offer a more secure future than the transportation, con¬ struction. and light power industries, all of which the Diesel engine is a vi¬ tal segment, said Mr. Kennedy. by Bev Quaintance Th: Drafting Core Area at Tech encourages independent thinking. Re¬ ference books, manuals and catalogs are used in the solution of engineering problems, leaving the student to think for himself. Drafting is divided into two areas. Architectural and Machine. In Archi¬ tectural, much emphasis is placed on standard architectural symbols and conventions, which help to solve dif¬ ficult problems in heating and air conditioning calculations, plumbing, wiring, structural shape drawing, con¬ crete detailing and weight calculations. Machine drafting stresses produc¬ tion dimensioning, detail and assem¬ bly drawing, welding drawing, sheet metal drawing, and screws and fast¬ eners. Both areas teach the principles of computer drafting and numerical control. A great deal of mathematics is required for drafting. Math through geometry is required. Advanced alge- PAINTING STUDENTS LEARN TECHNIQUES by John Fij The Painting and Decorating core ' irea at Tech teaches industry and commercial painting. .Some of the equipment used up in the shop are room scaffolds, tow scaffolds, spray guns, and airless spray guns. To be in th: Painting and Decor¬ ating core area, a student cannot be color blind and must have giHxi dex¬ terity. Applied math is the only re¬ quired subject for the core area be¬ sides the other high school subjects required. In Painting and Decorating, there is 100 per cent placement of a job to anyone that has taken the core area. The Painting and Decorating core area has many opportunities for high¬ ly skilled and not so highly skilled young men. “Also, it has more fields allied to it than any other core area,” stated Mr. John Cooper, the core area instructor. The students in tNs core area do a lot of extra activities around the school such as stage crew work, de¬ corations and athletic signs. bra and trigonometry are recommend¬ ed as well as physics and chemistry. Drafting students use Keuffel and Esser paragon and Bruning drafting machines. The newest in Rapidograph inking and Le Roy lettering equipment are found in the department, along with Ozalid, Blueprinting and Bruning reproducing machines. “The computer linked with the di¬ gital plotter is now capable of produc¬ ing drawings. I don’t feel these ma¬ chines will replace the draftsman, but together they will continue the con¬ cept of drafting,” says Mr. Bob Van Arkel, core area instructor. Mr. Jack Druart, who also instructs the core area, says, “About half of the students graduating from the drafting area go on to college. For the others, there are many job opportunities in the drafting lield today. But hard work and continuing education are necessary in order to grow with a firm. DRAFTING AREA DIVIDES INTO TWO FIELDS 72 Page 8 THE TECHNICIAN Four Co-op Programs Place Tech High Students On Job Training Part of Tech’s Wide Education I he ( o-op program at Dcs Moines l ech is one of educational opportun¬ ities that make the school unigue. In the ( o-op program, a senior stu¬ dent nia attend schtK)l for half da . taking his required high scIkxtI cour¬ ses. and uork the other half day at ii h in his core area field. Of ci urse. a Co-op student must meet certain requirements before be¬ ing placed on a job. St me core areas have unlimited ( o-op pt siiions while other areas have a limited number. A sludent in this program receives wages for the hours workvd, a grade while on (he joh. and high school credit. I he u� b must be in the student s area field and approved by lech ' s several co-ordinators. Co-ordinators have the duty to find possible pi sit- litin. to contact pt ssible employers, to place the student, to check his work prtigress t� n the job. and to keep rec¬ ords of the program. Trades and lndustri. s co-ordinator Is Mr. I.vie Sniiths4� n. Business area c(� -ordinators are Miss Mamaret Tav- lor and Mr. Jud I.ee. Distributive Fal- ucation co-ordinator Is Mr. Terrv Ea¬ ton. Co-ordinator for Health Services k Mr.l.arry Cillespie. Over l(K) seniors arc usually placed on (O-op by the different co-ordina- tors. Many students continue with their employer as full time employees after graduation. D.E. Area Teaches Retailing; Selling by Kath) Mitchell Distributive Education is a voca¬ tional training program that offers instruction designed to prepare stu¬ dents for future employment in the field of distribution. Mr. Terry Eaton, D.E. instructor and a Tech graduate in (his area, said, “For the young man or young w ' oman interested in a career in business, dis¬ tributive education provides the foun¬ dation necessary for entry into (his highly competitive field. Students enter the D.E. program as second semester sophomores and com¬ plete a total of five D.E. classes before graduation. This is D.E.’s “core and arc taken in addition to the normal high school load. Authentic display props, a sign¬ making machine, tape recorders, cash registers, window display materials are available for student use. During the senior year in D.E., the students participate in the Co-op or on-the-job phase of their training. Jobs include stock work, cashiering, win- Tech’s Machine Shop Works in High Gear by John Flynn The Machdne Shop core area at Tech teaches the fundementals of the machine shop trade. It teaches the use of all the basic machines such as engine lathes, ban saws, shapers, mills, presses, and the cylinderical grinder. It also teaches students blue print reading. Tech’s Machine Shop has over a lialf million dollars worth of tools and machines. T he requirements and related sub¬ jects for this area arc mechanical drawing and mathematics. A student taking algebra and geometry would be well qualified for the machinist trade. .Advanced algebra and trig would be helpful to a student. When a student graduates from Tech as a machine shop core area student, he can go out and find a good iob because there arc manv available in this field “As of now, T ' ceh’s .Machine Shop is low in (he number of students and there is room for more. ' says Mr. Ray lluglies. Machine .Shop instructor. “Students thinking about a trades and industries area should investigate the field because industry is crying for gcK d machinists.” added Mr. Hughes. ELECTRICITY SHOP KEEPS SIGN AGLOW by Dan Gartiii “The Industrial ETcctronics core area teaches the use of solid-state dc- yiccs, tubes and their related compo¬ nents to control the clecrical equip¬ ment used in business and industry,” stated Mr. Wes Dowd, core area in¬ structor He says the recomended subjects arc science and math but not required beyond basic algebra and science knowledge. Mr. Dowd .says the equipment is very expensive and involves primarily (he use of test equipment to find de¬ fects in equipment brought in for serv. ice. Testing constructed circuits are also part of this. Co-op jobs are available in electric service shops, electrical maintenance work, and installation work. Gradu¬ ates arc working as electrical repair¬ men, electricians, equipment installa¬ tion and servicemen, technicians, en¬ gineers, teachers. Mr. Don E. Bryant is another in¬ structor in this core area. dow display, and selling. Many of the students are asked to remain as full¬ time employees after graduation. Some choose to further their educa¬ tion by attending college Mr. Bill McCollaugh is the other instructor in the core area. Health Services look over (he human body. 73 THE TECHNICIAN Page 9 In Des Moines’ Firms, Typing practices makes office perfect. The students look over a new addition to the Lab. Businesses Health Services Provide Courses In Higher Science by Kathy Mitchell Health Services provide knowledge on the subject material basic to hu¬ man health and functions. This core arc’a is for the student who wishes to become a dentist, doc¬ tor, nurse, or medical assistant. Health Services prepares the studimts for col¬ lege, or nursing school. Subjects taken are physiology, an¬ atomy, micro biology, nutrition, physics, chemistry, medical terms, pshychology. advanced first aid, and dental instructions. The students work with verv del¬ icate and complex equipment such as the autoclave, sphgmomanometer. microscope, kymograph, dissection equipment, centrifuge, incubator, and real skeletons. Co-op jobs would be in hospitals, Jr offices of doctors and dentists. Instructors in this area are Mr. Larry Gillespie, chairman. Mr. Al Wood. Mr. Bill Kacena. and Mr. John Friend. “This area is especially ideal for the student to find out if thev have a real desire for this type of work to prevent their investing time and mon¬ ey into post graduate work, only to find out they don ' t like it, commen¬ ted Mr. Gillespie. Stenographic Area Places Many Co-ops Stenographic core area trains stu¬ dents to handle correspHjndence and to perform a wide variety of other office duties. Students learn to take dictation in shorthand and transcribe mailable letters form their notes; ma¬ chine transcription is also an integral part of the program. The girls learn how to compose let¬ ters, how to properly answer the tele¬ phone and take messages, how to keep flancial records, how to operate add¬ ing machines and calculators, how to type stencils and operate duplicating machines, and how to file and find business papers and records. Special attention is given to devel¬ oping desirable personal qualities and character traits that can win the re¬ spect and admiration of employers and co-workers. Required subjects are shorthand, typing, secretarial training, office prac¬ tice, business communications, tran¬ scribing machines, calculating ma¬ chines, duplicating machines, filing, commercial arithmetic (or formal math), and bookk ' ‘€ping. Electives in- and Offices GMPHIC MTS PRINTS FORMS USED BY SCHOOLS by Gercl Waldron Graphic Arts offers training in composition, letterpress, and offset printing. The students in this core area are responsible for printing the TECH¬ NICIAN and all printed forms used by the Des Moines Independent Community School District. Mr. Nate Lee, head of the depart¬ ment, teaches the letterpress divison; Mr. Dale Harsh, the offset; and Mr. I.arry Card, the composition. Mr. Harsh and Mr. Card are Tech grad¬ uates from the area. Printing students take the required subjects plus typing. Suggested elect¬ ives are commercial law. journalism, science, math, bookkeeping, and sales¬ manship. The equipment in the shop is com¬ plete and amounts to around $500,000 in value. Naming some of the equip¬ ment: linotypes. Friden Justowriter, two vertical letterpresses, six hand- fed platen presses, one automatic pla¬ ten press, one cylinder press, one two- color off.set press, three single color offset presses, camera, platemaker, automatic cutter, folder, stitcher, and drill press. This core area has a hieh place¬ ment rate on ( ' o-op because of print¬ ing opportunities in Des Moines. Many students stay on their Co-op jobs after graduation. Phis area can serve the student in two ways, says Mr. Card. One, it gives an individual a distinct advantage toward a vocation in the printing industry as a life time work. 1 wo, it also prepares a student, who elects to go on to college, to sup¬ plemen t his income while he is in school. elude key punch and commercial law. Equipment includes manual and electric typewriters, transcribing, du¬ plicating, and calculating machines. A new EFI Multi-Channel Wireless Lab, costing over $2,500, is available in Room 321 for use. Shorthand rec¬ ords are available in speeds 40-160 wpm for home use. A shortage of competent stenogra¬ phers and secretaries exists in Des Moines. Many positions are available for Co-ops and graduates with op¬ portunities for advancement in legal offices, insurance companies, banks, manufacturing, etc. “Many girls use their stenographic skills to earn their way through col¬ lege in business administration or oth¬ er fields,” said Miss Margaret B. Tay¬ lor, co-ordinator. 74 Tech High SchooTs Honor Graduates mtm. Ormmi Bm� lrr imMrT) gmttd M OtttM. a athrr IJaflarvr frar- Ur !■ ik BTW Trrii on. Brewster, Gilson Give Tech Basis for Building Tech Shares Wrestle Lead LESSONS BY PHONE Lonely Fight Waged By 16-Year-Old Boy CONFIDENT OF TODAY ' S YOUTH Mr. Tech to Retire— 23 Years as Principal Blackman in Line for Tech’s Top Post MrtM E. MMir • 75 The 70a. “Have a good day at Des Moines Tech!” The warmth and sincerity of Principal Don Black¬ man was a great way to start the day in the 1970’s. Students and teachers met the challenge of a changing world. A new core area was added in computer programming and computers replaced the old linotype machines in printing. The Marine Corps ROTC program developed a spectacular record at state and national competi¬ tions, including the award for outstanding Junior ROTC in the United States in 1979. Health Careers and Practical Nursing offered students more opportunities in service careers. Agri-Business brought the addition of a laboratory at McCombs and an opportunity to learn skills needed for success in some of the many agricultural jobs in the state. America celebrated its bi-centennial, and there was no better example of what America was all about than Des Moines Tech. Tech was a multi-cultural school. Students attended classes in wheel chairs. Hearing inter¬ preters assisted hearing-impaired students and South East Asian translators worked with students new to Iowa and to the United States. Students from many backgrounds and races worked together with dedicated teachers to build the skills needed to meet the challenge of the future. The students of the 70 ' s started the decade in mini-skirts and ended them in tattered denims. Boys’ hair cuts ranged from frequent to short to never. Girls’ hair got longer and longer, Afro ' s were natural and artificial. The teachers smiled widely in the Engineer, but the students looked rumpled. Sy Forrester, Tech’s own Santa Claus, joined the Tech team; the victory bell rang, but not as often as we’d like and something new was on the horizon for Tech - The freshmen were coming! The idea of closing Tech or merging it with North arose in the late 70’s. As the 70’s came to an end, concern for the future of Tech became eminent when voters turned down the proposal to merge Tech with North. Core Areas — The 70 ' s Computer Programming Machine Shop Electricity Refrigeration LPN Health Services Aviation Core Areas Auto Mechanics Agri-Business 78 The Health Services LPN Welding Computer Programming Commercial Art Auto Body 79 Refrigeration Diesel Wood Trades Aviation Diesel Drafting Aviation 81 Auto Mechanics Aviation Photography Wood Trades Diesel 82 Printing Aviation Carpentry Machine Shop Drafting Commercial Art Clerical Drafting Diesel r bu ry 14. 1)7| Pric tM c nU D « MoiiMt (Iowa) Tach High School Voluma 34 U� ua 10 What is Love? What is love? What u love lt‘i free and beautiful like a tnowhite dove. Love is when you don ' t know how you feel, you don ' t know if the feeling is love and for real. Love is rich and love is poor. love u happiness or more Love is a cheeseburger a coke and a large order of fries, shared by a couple at Burger Chef who eat them with loving eyes Love is an escort from class to class, the guy usually late and given a pink pass Love is a bracelet, love is a nng. worn on the finger to mean this is the real thing Love is dressing up and going to a dance, looking like two models right out of Prance Love is hello and love is goodbye at the change of the seasons it happens everytime And for some of us whose ring is stuck. look at the di¬ vorce rate and consider it luck by Leroy Owens Mr. Odagaard plays dress up with Mrs. Anderson. Teacher Don Bryant Retires from Tech by Robin Terry Mr Don Bryant is retiring after 30 years of teaching Af¬ ter he retires he has no special plans He started teachine at Tech on March 5. 194« Before com- . ing to Tech he taught in the Army Air Fbrce for 1 year and the Navy 2 ' i years Subjects he taught were, elec¬ tricity. history, math, mechan¬ ical drawing, auto mechanics related His hobby is carpentry work Ht. built his own home and diw the house plans He is married and has one son who graduated from Tech. Mr Bryant was active in his high school He plaved base¬ ball. basketball and ran in track He also plaied in the band He was baseball coach for Tech for 20 years and en¬ joyed it. He also liked bei.ig a teacher When asked what he liked a- bout Tech he said the vocation¬ al part and the fellowship of other teachers, and shop work and coaching baseball He enjoyed most of the stu¬ dents. and had no special de¬ sire to become a teacher In lus spare lime he plays Pona ' t Pal Mr. Kacena here since Tech high started in 1944 by Brlaa Poob Mr. William ICacana. photo¬ graphy toachor, has bssn at Tsch sines it opscsd ia 1944. Hs has tsught tummsr sss- sioaa at Drsks aad Iowa Stats. Hs has taught phjmics, chsm- istry, almost all math clasass sad photography at Tsch. Hs is also ths chairmaa of ths sci- snes dspartmsnt hors at Tsch. Hs ia ia chargs of tickst salsa for most of tho apotts svanta hold at TacK. m. EACEKA . DravWs ts aftes P«u Whsa ths art eort araa ds- cidsd to iacluds photography la thsir courao of study, Mr. Kaesna sat up ths photography lab. At first, his claassa tnelud- ad soma sciancs but photogra- 3hy has bscoms so popular a subjact that hs tsachas photo¬ graphy full tims BOW. Mr. Hokanson returns to Tech to teach Tech’s Aviation Lab has new location MiW SVISTIOM Mr. Farrow started Tech’s first band by Frank Uhlman Tech’s new aviation lob is now located at the Des Moines airport although the moving is not compIcteH. aid Mr Harold Lossner. aviation in¬ structor. The moving of the lab was delayed three months and the actual moving didn ' t start un- ul two weeks before the be¬ ginning of the school year. The old lah was located at East 18th and Euclid and has been in use since I94 1 The (umculum for this year is mainly orgonixmg for next year. The curriculum for Ihv new program iiiuk iwo and u half years to complete The lah i experlinc now equipment such as ground support equipment. multi- engine aircraft, hydraulic icsi stand, and a fuel flow U-uch Mhich will he tho only one in Iowa like it. Tlio lab will have an open hou 0 on Novem � er l.f by Greg Cbelleea Mr Jasper Farrow is reUring after 35 years of school teach¬ ing .Mr Farrow, who has Uught his last thirty years at Tech, received his college education at Iowa Wesleyan at Mount Pleasant, Iowa Hts graduate work is from Southern Californ¬ ia and Drake Ife was bom in What Cheer. Iowa During World War 11. he served for four years. He was a professional music¬ ian playing the trumpet and the baritone When he came to Tech, he or ganized the fir ' t band and help¬ ed choose the school songs He was also an assistant ft itball and basketball coach Since 1963. he has been Tech ' s athlet¬ ic director He has taught government and economics here at Tech be¬ sides helping with the senior graduation ceremonies As athletic director. Mr Far¬ row got the job for Tech ath¬ letes to sell programs at the Girls State Basketball Tourna¬ ment and the profits from the sales go into a special banquet for senior athletes at the end of the school year When Hoover High School opened. Mr Farrow was inter¬ viewed to go t o ihe new school but he said. I turned them down to stay at Tech with Mr Elmer Betz, who was Tech ' s principal at that time Mr Farrow and his wife has two sons, who both graduated from the University of Iowa Mr Farrow plans to travel and do part time work after retire¬ ment by Kavla Haynn Not only arc there many new itudenta this year, new teachen are also to be seen Mr Wilmer Hokanson is one of those new facet. Mr Hokanson Uught at Tech ' 97 to 72 and now he ' s returned for a half day. He has psychology classes here in the morning, then goes over to Meredith Junior High where he teaches social studies. He graduated from East High and later received his Tech new cage coach Mel Green was Drake assistant by Susan Wolder M r Melvin Green. Sr., Tech ' s new basketball coach, was Drake ' s assistant bask¬ etball coach last year He was bom m Louisville, Kentucky He attended James Jr High, and Male High School there Mr. Oreen bad above av¬ erage grades la school and graduated Iram collage with undergraduate and graduate honors from two colleges. He attended Arkaasea A.M.N. (now University of Arkansas) and get bis master ' s degree from Drake. Mr Green participated in several sports during his school years He played footbalL basketball, and ran track in high school. He was the high scorer on the basket¬ ball usm and he played only basketball in college. Mr. Green had thought about bacomlng a profassional athle- ta, but lor madieal reasons and the iecl that ha needed a sura iob to lake care of hit family, ho decided to coach and teach. He said that an¬ other reason be wanted to coach was bocause he had been involved in sports sineo ho was 11 yaart old. Mr. Green’s first coaching was at Pleasure Ridge Park. Arkansas High School. Their basketball record was 18-2 He then taught at Male High, in his hometown, and then Drake This yaar he was Tech ' s freshman football coach and said that ho onjoyod it bocauso. it was a loarning experienca. Their record was 4-8. He also will cooch girls track. Mr Green says that he likes Tech because the school has s lot of potenual. Mr Green feels that the basketball team has a long way to gu, but that Tech wiU win before the season is over Mr Green is married and has four chtldrea His wife ' s name is Dianna Hu only son, Melvin Jr. 17. plays on the Hoover basketball team Hu three daughters are, Terri. 14. Lynette. tl, and Shereatha S. ( ' 8 S .‘88 Photo) masters from University of Iowa. He has completed 28 years of taaching and is arcU on the way to his 29th During his career, five years of it has been spent in Califomis. He is very active in sports as he has coached basebaU, basketball, and tennis. He en¬ joys playing goU. too Mr Hokanson also daims to have a great deal of intercat in politics He is a family man T hava three children: a daughter (17), and two sons (15 and 16) They all attend Urbandale High. offered Mr Hokanson mTECHNICIAN Odobar 2t. tn Priea Ian catui uklukeJ anJ iPunuJ Ity 3)e� t5Hoinea •ck SiuJenU Dm MoinM. (Iowa) Tach High School Voluaa 34 Imho 3 Tech graduate Joe Glauberg writes for top rated TV show, “Happy Days” by Craig BarUaad Ever wonder if a Tech grad¬ uate has made it “big bi the world? A 1963 graduate, Joe Glau¬ berg, haa and his name can us¬ ually be seen every weekday on TV. How you might ask’’ Joe Glauberg la now executive story consultant tor the hit aeries. • Happy Days ’ When Joe attended Tech he was in the Radio and TV core area. He was the assisUnt edi¬ tor of the Technician and he wrote a column, entitled, Just Joe , a light hearted look at the students, teachers. After graduation. Joe played the game of “musical colleges , going to Drake. University of Iowa, but he Anally wound up at the University of Missouri, majoring in journalism. Upon graduation. Joe served time in the U.S. Navy. Durii this time he be thinking ser- hMisiy about writing after, as be puts it, bombing as a stand-up comedian. After be get out of the Navy, be stayed in Califoraia a atteadad a lew tcbools far wrh. Nt- The Arst teivtslon spot that he wrote was for Lave Amerlcaa Style . After thia, same biggiM liked his work and he was hired la do same writlag for The Odd Couple Wbea this series was dla- coattoaed. be landed same scripts on Happy Days which resulted la a staff membsr position the few years. Because of his deep religious beliefs, Joe has turned dosm some jobs because of the sex and vioience in them. He has sold a pilot script to NBC which is a aeries about a married couple srlth the husband a comedy srrlter for a radio down . However he doesn ' t know if it srill be Aimed The tsro people. Joe credits for giving him the inapiratioo to write are Radio and TV teach¬ er Miss Mable TUIery, and journalism teacher Mr Stan Blair Without these people. Joe says he probably wouldn ' t be a writer now. Joe is married, has sue hay, and lives la Veakc. .just oiKsidc of Laa Joe Glauberg is a good example of a student taking his training at Tech and using it to the big time . Rhoades replaces Woods as liason hr Janme Heard Detective Lew Rhoades is Tech ' s new police liason officer, replacing Detective Ralph Woods, who was transferred to the person ' s section of the police force. Detective Rhoades says he enjoys his job at Tech so tar. and that it is much better than he expected He said that the Tech faculty has been very cooperative Before being transferred to the Tech, he was police liason officer at Goodrell Junior High School His hobbies are hunting, fishing and doing wood¬ working Tech gets new hearing Instructor, Mrs. Mein by Leroy Owens Mrs Susan Mein replaces Mrs Debbie O ' DonneQ as Tech ' s third hearing teacher Mrs Mein is in room 204 in the aAemoons and teaches at Callanan in the mo ' nings She comes from Milwaukee. Wisconsin where she taught deaf students for two years Her classes are to help students who have hearing problems She’s a graduate of Greenfield High School in Milwaukee and holds a B A in Deaf Education ' Texas Women’s College in Den- xnanaisssaieais ieansMi w ton. Texas Her interests include sign lan¬ guages and anything related to them as well as decoupage and bike nding She and her husband, who Is a salesman, have taken up bowling as a new interest They have a seventeen month old daughter She said, The door to her classroom is opened to help students who have an interest in the sign language or that area By the way. her name is pri nounoed Mine not Mean Coach Frey enjoys teaching at Tech by Qrt TurahuU Mr Ken Prey has been couchng for alx yean at Tech He coaches sophomore basket buU and varsity golf. Cosch Pray had his best OSTSCTive Lew Rhoaocs New ROIC sergeant added to staff COLLECTS THE LAST STRAW Tech teacher returns to former core area by Debbie Cake Rusa Odergaard It the new Radio and T V orientation teacher who alao works part tune at WHO broudcaating This is Mr Odergsard ' s sec¬ ond time St Tech The Ant time being from 1900 to 1972 Mr Odergaard Uught at North High for 4 yuan and he liked the school, but feds like he la back where be be¬ longs, here at Tech. Mr Odergaard. when he uught at Tech before, was program director of the old KDPS-TV Aim room Sell house no. 6; start on no. 7 by Robin Csnaen Tech ' s bouae no. 6. located at 1127 12th St., was sold far appoximsuly $33,000 to Rev. and Mrs Ezell Wiggins, whose children graduated from Tech. The house consuls of 3 bed¬ rooms, 2 bathVooms, a kitchen with dinette, a large recrea¬ tion room, a utility room and a living room with a beam ceiling It is a spilt foyer type house and is buih on a wood foundation. Tech ' s carpentry core area will start on house no. 7 in October. It will be located at 1130 12th, across the street from house no. 6. House no. 7 will also be built similar to house No. 6. but with a different outward appearance, according to Mr Ounder Pribourgh. Houae Coor- O ' sv.iti a, Sn« StM baaketball teem at Tech this year. finiMiing 15-4 and aecond in the Metro. He attended Iowa Wesleyan College, lettering in basketball, football, baseball, and track He was varsity coach at TH-CAy In Iowa and lead them to the state tournament twice. “Tech ia the moat enjoyable school I ' ve ever taught at and A is also the most challengAig for Qoachlng, ha said Eckerman and Woods go to Ireland Mr Odergaard la a man with hia AiA tune job at WHO working under tbe name of Dan Read Mr Odergaard ia alao a member of many country mu- aie personality fan chiba. and knows many of them person¬ ally. He spends much of hU time Ai tbe summar gt Nashville, giving tours to paof e who wish to ride down in the dty bus he renU. Mr Odergsard’s wife is a Tech graduate, but he says he didn ' t marry his student while by Charlie CbMtsrmaa laformation coUaeted by Craig Bertrand Detective Ralph Woods and Mrs Grace Eckerman. Tech’s registrar, took time off from school duties during November to join the Iowa Friendship Force on a trip to Ireland They, along with 243 others, spent a total of ten days on ihetr trip. Mrs Lillian Carter. President Carter ' s mother: Mrs Billie Ray, wife of Governor Robert Ray; TV S ' s Kevin Cooney, and Randy Parlett f -om WHO were alao on the Right Mr Woods and his wife spent Ave days with an Irish Fanuly in tbe Dublin suburb of Blakes- town. During their stay, the Woods saw the Blarney Stone. Blarney Castle, went through the towns of Cork. KilUrney, Limerach, and saw Southern and West¬ ern Ireland Then, while the plane was landing in Bangor.Maine. a tme blew out. and the brakes began to malfunction Mrs Eckerman and Mr Woods both agreed that even though tbe experience was Am. and the trip was peaceful and interesting, they were ready to come home. Mr Long says last year ' s state coiAest was successful Tech received nine fust place wuuie-s. seven second places and six Uiird places in the 13 contests they entered All students who place get a VICA medallion for their achievement First place win¬ ners go on the nauonal contest Tech has won Arst in the na¬ tion for safety, eight years in a The contests srill be Tuesday. AprU U at the Des Mouies Area 11 Community College and at Tech High The leaderahip contests and awards ceremony srill be at the Ramada bm. dosmtosm. Wed¬ nesday, April 12. ECHNICIAN A Xjr t • rrA M«y 24. It7t Pric« S c«iil� Dt Motn—, (Iow� ) T«ch High School Volum 32. biu� U A plethora of phobias by Turn Gr«ns Everybody ' s afraid of some¬ thing. Have you ever wonder¬ ed if your fears had special names? Heres a list that might help. Axachibutyrophobia - fear of peanut butter sticking to the roof of your mouth Autophobia - fear of being a- losie Necrophobia - fear of dead bodies Nosophobia ■ fear ol disMse Nucleomitiphobla - fear of nu. clear bombs Taphophobia • fear of being buried alive Nyctophobia - fear of nights Ochlophobia • fear of crowds Ombrophobia - fear of rain OptophobU - fear of opening one ' s eyes Pantophobia • fear o fears Pathophobia • fear of disease Peccatophobia - fear of sinning Pediphobia • fear of children or dolls Androphobia - fear of Anthophobia - fear of flowers Apiphobia - fear of bees Antrophobia • fear of people III SBNIOaS TIM etlMN (TOT) SNO SCOTT MOHR RUN TNROUOM MOVCS SCRORK RRACTICI WHICH SCOAH OCTOBER ITHl THE WRESTLINO TEAM OCREATEO RERRY � I7 IN THE ORENING MEET. HERE VrOTT IS ATTBMRTINe TO BREAK AWAY RROM THE ORAREVINB. —THIS YBARS WRBSTLIHB CHBBRLBAOBRS- RRONT; OIANB ROBINSON. RIRST ROW; MARILBE BEANE. KATHY OLBNN, DIANA BENDA, DONNA McCOCLOUOH imt ROW TAMMY HEBRON. HOLLY BCKERMAN. TONI ROSTER. JANET HOYNE. CARTOON BY VICKI ROONEY hr Brth Hraha I am tremendously impressed with the spirit and good feelings of teachers and staff in this school. ' says new Vice Principal. Doctor Judith Richardson Dr. Richardson was born in Des Moines and gradu¬ ated from Tech in 1961. She came to Tech to take Commerical Art and was editor of the Technician. When talking about Tech when she was a student. Dr. Richardson said. Tech is very much the same. Some of the teachers were my teachers. Also, she says. I think our Technician had more pic¬ tures and sometimes was 8 pages. We wrote a lot of fea¬ ture stories. When asked what influ¬ enced her in taking the posi¬ tion at Tech, she said. “My memories of Tech were an important influence I wanted the opportunity to work with Mr. Blackman. He is tops! When not being vice prin¬ cipal. Dr Richardson enjoys reading, playing golf, and swimming. She especially enjoys doing things with her husband and family. Dr. Richardson feels that. “ Modern conveniences make it more necessary for women to have both a family and career. Because of other social changes, many fc. 1 our tnMDki .v-‘- women will be supporting or helping support families in the future, that is why train¬ ing at Tech is so important to young women as well as young men. She adds. I encourage young women to set high goals and standards to aspire for leadership roles in today ' s world. We face some very serious problems today. We need all available brain power and talent, male and female, to make this the kind of world In which we and our childern can survive. The icotf trmiM have b real hRU wmetimes. 86 THETECHNICIAN PuhlufieJ anJ SP inUJ A Hoinet £7«rA iSluJenU October 28. 1977 Price ten cents Det Moines. (Iowa) Tech High School Volume 34 Issue 3 McKinley ve ELLIOT BEECHCRAFT RADAR STATION R RKING AREA AIRPORT NEW AVIATION LAB N W-s E . Drawn by Lyle CHburnr Map tkowinf location ol naw lab New Aviation Lab being built hif Robert Vawler Thr new Tech High Aviation Iji b in now under construction at the .Municipal Airport after 11 years of problems and de¬ lays The building will be 120 feel long and 120 feet wide, this gives it a floor space of around I..iOti s(|uare feet. The cost is I.5IH.MI and a toUl figure of aliout TiMi.ono after all the new e iuipment is bought. The site is a 2.. ' 4 acre near Klliot Beechcraft. A parking area ernfring .7 of an acre is also includerl near .McKinley Avenue. It is being built by F lview foils!ruction Company; Cener- a I ( ' ont factor with sub-con¬ tracts going to Des .Moines Lighting Company and Halsey Roberts .Mechanical Construe lion Inc. The building was de¬ signed by Woodbiirn - O’neil Arehitert.s here in Dos Moines. . viatiun teacher Russ Wiles- worked with the architects on the d-sign needs of the new lab while Harold Lossner, an¬ other aviation teacher, worked with the Federal Aviation Ad¬ ministration (FFA) on the new curriculum miuireinents to get and keep FF.X approval as an approved training school. .Mr. Clair llart er. who went through Tech Aviation and has had a son alwi complete the couiTM . said, Tech has needed this for many y:;ar8. It should help enrollment since the at- mospheiv out at the air| ort will -.nhance any .studies that are going on. It has been a long banl pull, and I am really look- forward to seeing it, and am ex¬ tremely happy to get it done.” Ml. Kugene Clark, Director of Pl.mt nnd Transp irtation for th lies .Moines School sys leni, says “It has been a long lime i-oming.” mark ALUtN SHOWS US THK KILLER Does Tech still have to worry about being moved? by D«nis McNseUy Last year a Citizen Commit¬ tee was set up to present recommendations to the Des Moines Board of Education as to the future use of school buildings because of the de¬ clining enrollment. The committee ' s recommen¬ dation was to move Tech to North because of North ' s de¬ clining enroUmenL Since North ' s building is not .suited for Tech’s heavy equipment there was also the recom¬ mendation for a $3,000,000 addition to North. Tech ' s Student Union sent a letter to each member of the committee pointing out that Tech does not have declining enrollment, and if the students wanted a parking lot they would have gone to their neighborhood schooL Also they asked What is wrong with Tech ' s image? , since the move was to improve Tech ' s image. Now. the question still re¬ mains; Does Tech still have to worry about being moved? Mr. Don Blackman, principal, said that he is certain with de¬ clining enrollment, this will be discussed again. The school board is also coming up with sonae other proposals. One idee is to take the freshman classes out of the junior highs and put them in the high schools. This would affect ell high schools except Lincoln, because Lincoln is already overcrowded. If this is done Mr Blackman com¬ mented. ' 1 think Tech will . . . Photo By MmrvimNotte have a large 9th grade student body. Another proposal is to close Tech and have the students at¬ tend all the other high schools and then be bused to Tech for three hours a day for their core areas. To this proposal Mr Blackman gave his opinion that he thinks, ' it will hurt the educational programs be¬ cause it won ' t have the depth or .strength and the areas won’t be as important to the students ” Why was Tech move suggested ? Move Tech to the North Building? Rumor? Fact? Recommend¬ ation? Here are the facts, according to Mr. Don Blackman. Tech ' s Principal. Because of declining enroll¬ ment in the Des Moines Public Schools a atizen Committee was set up to present recom- menoations to the Des Moines Board of Education as to the hiture use of school buildings. A recommendation of a Sub¬ committee to the over-all com- MOi EXCH?. ' ? Here’s the House That Tech Will Build mitte was to move Tech to North because of North’s de¬ clining enroUnoent. Since North ' s building is not mited to Techs heavy equipment, the committee also reconunended a $3,000,000 addition to North. During the building of the ad¬ dition, Tech students would be bused back and forth for core areas stiil at the Tech building The comnuttee stated their reasoning behind this move would improve Tech’s image, move a high school out of the downtown area, gi « ' Tech (at North) a parking lot, and would hll up the North building with students. Mr Blackman is opposed to The move. He feels that there is nothing wrong with the Tech image. Tech’s enrollment is mcreasing, so Tech is not the problem of decreasing enroll¬ ment.” said Mr. Blackman. Mr. Blackman feels that when the school ' s vocational and academic classes are not to¬ gether. it means the downfall of the entire educational pro¬ gram of a comprehensive high schot like Tech. He believes Tech should stay in a central location so stu¬ dents from all over Des Moines will come to Tech due to more direct transportation. Tech’s Student Union has written a letter to each mem¬ ber of the comnuttee pomting out that Tech does not have a declining enrollment, and if students wanted a parking lot, they would have gone to their neighborhood school Also the question is ask, What is wrong with Tech’s image?” The letter also points out that Tech is omtrally located and that Tech students do not want to move to another loca tico. ...InformatkM collected by Les Talley Page 2 THE TECHNICIAN by Staff Members Vacation’s coming up, so we’ve packed up a few more TC’s for you this issue . . . Senior Nate Wiggin’s favorite breakfast is a stale tube of potato chips . . . Junior Tim Trumble was seen wearing his new white hat . . . Junior Gayle Houge is a waitress at Kings Food Host on S.E. 14th . . . January graduate Sandie Daniels is making her home in Den¬ ver, Colorado . . . Junior Lela Sheffield is from Arkansas . . . Patty Knight, ’68, married a deep sea diver. Junior Works For The Godfather Junior Dan Healhcoat thinks he’s a gangster with his new hat • . • Teacher Niva Knutson’s favorite song is “i Shot My Baby Down” . . . Senior Rick Milliken works at Pittsburg Steel . . . Ray Kadel, ’72, is working at Martin’s Washer . « . Senior Rkhard Keiby turns red when¬ ever he’s told how beautiful his big blue eyes are . . . Ait instructor George Jefchak gave Sophomore Sherry Shumaker a wet” arm . . . Seniors Sharon Eblen and Mark Swason are engaged. Where are the Eskimos at? Enconomics teacher, Mr. Gene Barlow says there aren’t any Eskimos in Alaska . . . Junior Patty Leveke asks who has been putting the notes on her locker . . . Senior Dave Leak thinks the school cafeteria apples are fluffy not stuffy . . . Junior Pat Walters thinks he is a professional poker player . . . Bob McCann, ’72, is planning an August wedding . . . Junior Jim Merical wants to buy a pink Eldorado. Vampire Lurks At Tech High Senior Sherry Klett thinks she’s a vampire . . . JunicH Howard Fong likes to do Kung Fu . . . Junior Chrisetta Helman is known as a tree and Junior Doris Caloway is one of her little bushes . . . Junior Mke Bell says he’ll trade in his hands for suction cups anyday . . . Sophomore Vicky Simbro is often called ' hothead” . . . Mary Knight, 70, married Tom Hardle, ’70, ... If Senior John Zuck would stay awake In first hour class, maybe he’d pass the course .. . Junior Nina Hutton spent the weekend in Hawaii . . . Junior Chris Carter is very excited about go¬ ing to the Model Umted Nations in Cedar Rapids . . . Junior Dick Bright -can you really glow in the dark? . . . Junior Debbie Gibson’s favorite saying is need a Man . . . Turn of the Tide . . . Junior Chris Lee lost her voice. Count ‘em—17! Junior Donna Sherman was amazed to find out that Bach had seven¬ teen children . . . Senior Debbie Graham does an impression of an eagle . . . Junior Dan Veach wants to be another Duane Ellett ... or was it Floppy? . . . Senior Kirk Winebrenncr has a favorite eating place, ‘The Shack” . . . Senior Anita Shelton really digs the Cookie Monster . . . Senior Pierre Blackwell says he has a chauffeur . . . Senior Desi Woods’ favorite saying is “Gimme Five.” Five what, Desi? . . . Well that’s our TC’s for issue 14—may be you’ll see your name next time! March of Dime Pledge Walk in April by Marsha Flaugh The March of Dimes is having a pledge walk Saturday April 7. Starting at Roosevelt, the twenty mile walk will raise funds for re¬ search. There will be check points and rest stops along the way. A party wil be held aherward for the walkers. Prizes will be a- warded. Each walker finds sponsors to sign his pledge sheet and collects the money afterwards to send into March of Dimes. Pledge sheets are available at the office. For more information con¬ tact a Student Union member. Comment: ' Hireat Gillespie Rip Off ' Comes To Tech FCjrzfj ' ou u ooLbfiT BsaSye MH ZHHd D � tfc 3-r- ?3 Part One by Gury Barrett It used to shock Tech students who would shuffle into the Vice Princi¬ pal’s office after committing some crime and find not the lovable Mr. Gillespie—but some stranger behinding the desk in his office. Well lately, those Tech students who make their pilgrimmage to this Mecca of discipline are getting used to finding some stranger in Mr. Gillespie’s place Tliat “stranger” lately has been either Mr. Dave Dirksen or Mr. Way¬ ne Webber, who periodically are given the of rtunity to play “Mr. Gillespie for-a-day, sk behind his desk and handle the everyday pro¬ blems of the male student body. However, it isn’t just any teacher that is allowed to stand in Mr. Gillespie’s stead. Applicants for this postion arc carefully screened by a committee of the Society for the Preservation of Vice-Principals, and those who withstand their close scrutiny arc advanced to the V.P. academy. In this institution, the potential “supply Vice Principal” is tutored in the basic art of patrolling the halls, polite conversation with students, proper filling out suspension forms and use of the intercom to get stu¬ dents in class. After graduating from the V.P. academy, these budding advisors are then given an assignment at Tech wfaicii is designed to test his patience and leadership ability. Most often, this assignment is the Student Union adviser, from which Mr. Dkksen and Mr. Webber have come off with flying colors. Now that they have become full-fledged substitutes, these two gentle¬ men arc frequently granted the opportunity to abandon the confines of classroom teaching and spend a quiet day chewiny out students. But arc these stand-ins living up to the reputation Mr. Gillespie has labored long and hard to establish? Comments Substitute Webber during one of his fill-in stints: “I told all the teachers—Don’t do today what you can put off until tomorrow.” 88 TECH SCENES The 70 s TECH Scenes 70’s TECH Scenes 70’s 92 Eleanor Van Dyck, fam rel Sydatris Smith, resource f ' V ' Left: Roy Johnson, sci; above: Galen Johnson, math; Gene Barlow, soc studies; below: Dick Clark, math; Ed Horton, JROTC; Ken Frey, p.e. Stan Blair, journalism 93 TECH SCENES 94 Ul . Ok •.197a ■ DCSIMMNCtllfOItTCR as Tride pushes Tech past East in overtime ‘ ... th« arMkt clim« At lh« Homecoming Assembly, sevefal Tech groups, clubs and atheieies lomed together to make TKh- power riM and TKh-spirit soar The winners ol the week s contests were announced Junior Oawn Peterson wM awarded first place tor the best decorated locker The bMt decorated home¬ room doors were ludged to be rooms 22i and M4 belonging to Mrs Van Dyke and Mrs Lodge Seniors Don Gardrter and Oebbra Deere were crowned Mr A Miss Tech or King and Queen Jim Eaton and Tracy SchweiUer were selected Junior King and Queen Steve Brown and Tammy Weed became the Sopho¬ more Royalty, and John Braceiin and Darcy Sch¬ weitzer were the crowned Freshmen Thursday night a car caravan escorted the Varsity Football Team across the RKCOon River to victorious¬ ly battle the Polar Bears from North at Hutchens Stadium (See the sports page) The glorious week came to a close on Friday night with a celebration at the Homecoming Dance To all who participated m making Homecoming 79 happen the Technician records It M being one of the Ltoient races to 3 titles; Tech wins Dowling crown No. 1 East girls roll in opener MernorouTAN oohnauMcs PIMW by FLINT MJRh Iks ibosgk T«c9 had two rsUys a —• flrit lb by tbt SUM team I DBwIaig tM (ar ' lhM KU ST pt Tba awac OK af iba Ufsl ai •««Ms tt Urn laaaea. w« b cbtUy ST-Sagraa waatbar -a daoMl am m csM 7 s ra eet tbara rsaaiaa ' Ob. rWKsd at ijm I I Dnk 0 Relays before wtMb I IJM at tbt Caaa � .A waTw , Umo m taklsf advasUfs af a ' cbsaga whicb allows a roasi 1 Ami ihtok It (wiwatK Ibo LAM, l .yjMaibMtwTSlabsJr addadOlMaK ■ tba llaal ' .Tech takes _ titles despite ■£ I ‘no shows’ 1 Rala ys. tbs ITattesors woo said ' TW two f SKTSad lT bypaasod the By VAL atOtOON _ MI far bis lot TSeb ' s ' wmS� S 1 ca tba fhal vHWuac wm S IS • ' • Tbdd K«t Whtu aad Aahawy Todd Vm iM. toob tba DaVcwdar. wbo apMd lor tbs MS. oot I anil shu la ' af tba IMMStars wbaro balb wars laera wore nnwo waoa isca wai lU ptMsa aad pauaara FnKy atgbL m ibr Fndinsars had la roty as a 1st af pnda atttaic wa eioica poMia m laa sacoad ovartiaM. 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' ' Vm DaVaadar bMbad aacoK la OMMstastsdbafarstbaraca.IdMT Toeb-s BIU Oast wbo rM lit la tbs bavotbatkMdofapoK .MS School board asks study of moving Tech to North •y CMARLES BARPCm Dm Moiaas Scbool Board aMMMs Tsasday asked adaiialstraters to ttody moviac tba Tocbalcal Hlgb Stbaol prcgm ta tba Nonh 19 Tech’s chess club lops Metro play by Jon Narclasa Tech third In cross country with 98 points by Jolt Hardin Tech s croM country team competed m the Mike Augustine inv on Sept 29 at the Fairgrounds Amw came out on top with 32 points followed by Dowling with 43 Tech and Valley lied with 96 and Lincoln and Newton tied with 125. followed by Hoover with 206 East with 222 and Roosevelt with 261 In the individual competi¬ tion Mike Heuton placed 6ih With other team members being Mike Smith. Mitch Lamor Milch Nauman Randy Moore Joel Laud and Tim Bailey Coach Chuck Siivey said I feel that this it the best showing wa have made so far this year In good competition the runners limes were all about the ■Krd mamber Ua Slaala •ad lacbaleal tekoJi - m TWdt a at IMt Qraad Avs - aad Meae- iiaalag tba ragalar acadaeile praraai at Nortb ImdMti M tba •swaag Nartb arM woUd ba rwaa- arM bafsrt a decUtss la mada. iwiva affleaa alas ba a vad ' Wbai will ba dPM witb tba • Haw woald tba Bwvs ba Mud far ' M tba KbMr ba aMad la m M a •■■ RMS. ar to aaerevs- . •« kKitteaal pragrams • Nrtd al Tacb ara warki wail mi •baald ba rsuiasd ' Wbieb aaaa ceauaaad tl tba Paba argad tba beard to leak at tba Wtoea frsM a paattlva ' vtawwaw .5 I in Techs ChMS Club , TwwbeMK b e and after school on I bad tbai frea Wednesdays in room 421 The Club steried meeting in Qctober but some members have been competing tn outside events smce mid-September tone Of the htghKf ranked leartto .n fh ' IJ ' d m J1 7 ■ t atiAi af to. eea i « currKit Metro Ch np, Mr Jack Druan drafting Tba gaard ceart lad by TbaisM IbKhar who la the sponsor «tlarftold aed Olaaa Catoarae said that he would like a JaR at� firtd gaa) -- - ' kN IIMMtoaSeartattom - ! iatoaaacoiidKtotar j - ———7 . vW-csttiag iTW M e ra awva previdM m opportaaMy � a good praraa at Tack. Four leitKfmpf: bark to start Tech { iris basketball season Thrm cadets of the awerd wm- nmg Oea Momes Tachmen mtanl- If bafan lo chemrafry matrwctor Art Lang minimum of 30 members and he expects 40 before this year ends future events the team will competa in art the Iowa High School Championahip on DKembar t-2 and the (unior high championahip with ninth gradM Both meets will (Mcide who will represent lows in the nationals m May Tech tafcm pan .n tna high •chool league and hopM to participate m the Iowa High School Invitational and tha Mid-America Scholastic Tournament Mr Druart who has •ponsored the club tor 16 Vttrs. said ha would welcome any teachers who •rould offer hetp with the Chess Club Room 421 IS ' usually opened before and attar � c� ol lor Chesa players said Ml Druan •kRHiag tar East Kan lad to. ScKtot-s fIfR .. pw«s , 7 •• iady Fort«. wka I dampadwaigklaftori—■ - Lam Baamaa. baock mack akoal ptoytog. ' Tirk mkRciadR k Bad Meats said- Wa kad a Saalto UkM toa offaaRva part af Ma MORE I um gatuag te to wartL aed p bMl Trt aiettlag I Uk. bRag • beck toarc raaatog tot taam. ' kt_ lai wat laR year ThR m I Uka to rm CONFH •ck dlM Story kR to. raatMlrK R bacaaM pwipto - tba bill aow.- MaaaU___rx.. ..... _- ntod HR auttadt-s gTMi - ' ““T TBCai TOP RU MER. Alaeae Mayaa.RtaiNk ' sceatto ' lA—— bUB mom toaa aay el i raeatvanerhaehs.-SiMtoa MORE MUTOim — Tacb-a laakHto ol Narto wm cm af wgbl CONPKRBNCV Sr ANDINGt UoTM ■ GLAD ha s bach M lb. gr aacas. rmsb mh - r NT- • T-feb. KApoaad M -to a cammaiMMg T ap far bR dRadvaaur ck toay Rralcbad to T ??? , R rm wito amaRM T—d Tba littR in gio R aM M ear hardHt-warktog i y. toa no toWOT kR Ml y R ptoyars. MeawR aawd Ih i rKA ' _1 . ' y Sato iMlto aad May-playK key - rwre I lU tM DMieMfV IkflMC CMm IS —Ar-a wa. a« a raRa R Tackx ivw Tmwy. a u-v RtollarkRg af Nartk FrtAay R Swuto paaa a d far IM yarAt aaA May— r— kr M mart The ——g Btargla wm toa UggHt tar Tacb R toe hRtory R toe ca w lataeca --- — - r—w Tkdaga Tta ' a a,rtarmaaea. Mei aaM Wa‘ a Cnaat L.a wgw � «-� n ,iB U� Pkg a� « w “™a� I fall a a playlat fraa safety i I’ Slw’is ' iir awMirt. j I ' wbata kail etohR j jSST ' o22J ' N , s S I ..I—•«-«?- II I P ' J karAMWbrm rw tvR taM R R ttM -Maybe b l7«,kMa-leo.M.f - _ umoom mm p ogooo OB ut j::Zl ST i i 1 fech routs error-prone North 96 The Sports Page Dcs Moines Tribune • rruay. suy it. tm SS TECHNICIAN Dowling girls ail, but sail to loop title Oraka Su4t«ai aMd • dowpo f 1 irlidln oa at a««a( daaptt Ika ife aca 4M k««aa auk a IM i k aa a MlJt coacar a ad bacaaaa yea aat e aad K taaa Maknaay kad a kaad aaa tka lim tiaw Ika «M kaa kaw aever kaaa akaa N ' t •ai to (a a Ikrea to Um Wk. a na to Ika Matre neat aad Ika Ika Wkta N deal H la toaa lor !• to It 4t i to Ike IMd a 4 ik.1 a Ika umeuaiwerd dayt - dtoUMO OMdtoy Ikai toe atotwrad Racorto M Ike held eveala •ora ky o Aad Skarry Raoar vaa Ike om OowlMr Dtaa Ham wtik a really koruac Tkaoday kM aototaf Eaac ' f KranoM warn Ika Itk-toator toeikM toaa Ual kroka kar ewa aaart ■aa fouto to luad to ika vay al kar kurtoaa to a rocatd :I4J kal vas o( tT ik aad ktUdMO •Hk a Ut-klk laodti adl t ka 4a� d r elay 1 ikat uptH ky Aa0a D aaldaaa at Valtoy to laoa la ika dtteaa a Ti d ’ ‘ -kke ' a Ika eaa 0 •orry akaal ika . c atoat. ' raid Sckvoiaer Ska ' a aal n a« m . t —. � .� � i om «. y o kemMatotoaptMNa hateiitaaekad ' TCii SST? u� a« c—“oSSI-T Ikat aka oaly pracuraa aeary oikar ‘•tSiw Tale Mat ' “• ' • SStaTS day or aa Vkw toa ' a ael raaaiat. •‘■‘STJT? _ aha a r a bieycto macklaa ai ika i t m nvwrs. w � ww nmm • ■. ■■ tdHAt tpbCibUtMb ASd MCbOCbd Um dwaaea laadlay toaiD ,Z ' a’STa ' SrSS-tTifc laa ' i aba aamalbiM ' • McMaaw aa Mabaaey flalabad bar m JSli - o£ Teacher Evaluation: Should students have a say? Oia tauadrod aiodeela •are poUad aa tka Ikatr toadwri Tba rrahiatioe conoamad I aOactivaeaaa of tka laackar. and Ika toackan to i ia ntoi p wiik tka atodanu Wbaa teakinf tka ofMiiMna a( laarkars aat Ika laaekar avary day and kat area maal a( ha imaaadarHood Ika true value o( lha cvaluauaa Hare are tka partanUfM al ika apauaea ir al tka Mudarat aUlad Ikat Ika UudeM body ■oaid aal taka Ika avakiatiaa leneualy aad •auU uaa li to fat bark al laacktrt Ikay dida ' i lika in laid Ikat the avaluaUoo •ould be |aad lar haib lha toacten aad tkemaatvaf The re aioa behind Una la that lha itiidaoi la wNb taaduod maikadi m of tba Mudanu tkoucbi tka aealuatian waa the aaty lair •ay to ike« haw you (eh about a Itacker’t aiatkod Tka laacbar fau to avahiata tka atudaaii. aa Ika MudanU abeuld (at a chaara to aaplaiii haw Ikay (alt about tka Uma apam wub that laackar Tka oikar n of lha sludaau poilad latd Ikay dida i cara •hatkar ar aal they did (at to avaluata Ikatr taachars Moat of lha •tudaaU staled ikai as leii| as ika taacker (Ms hts bar jto done. ikay ' U still (raduaia Taachars aad eouasalon •art asked haw they Ml about Ikts poll aad many o( tba laaeban seamad disiurbad by the idea al tka Miidants avaluauac them They loK the aspananca ikay tad bahtad tkam was cnou|b Olbsr taachars walcomad lha idea aad hoped tka atudaau would take H aanously to help ikm kaaw how Ikatr atudaaU really (alt Prep of week caaT ba bMaad lar 1 Da. MaiaeT Mnwaliiadaaiaoikiagbaidtaa El TBCH TRlUkini - Uratu Calotoaa (r««hll al cmw |lrti’ track aaoM at Oraba Stadtoto. CMotoaa COIN ' GREAT GUNS - DwirUaf ' i Marcto ritooraa k Tack edge Valley ' s Cyadee Raat tUl) aad Tech aad Oay alaa belpad ika Eagksem la ' a JU way ahead al Ika HaU to wto Ika tM-aaler daak. Ska atoa laaaitoalc Rarea Oay la wto Ike IM-iaaiac daab la vletary to Ike 4ilN. b« Dowtto(cap4arad tor uaaa third to ika laag Jaaap aad M all tka wtoaksf akaitla kart UJ s i c sads Tkaraday to tka klettopa lHaa Caatar- llilc wllb Illto palato Tkck waa alsik. lha klaraaaa tel H«a al tew toed racarM. I iiBiui aito kaldi teheal laaorto --y yard (raaatylaa, ladividaai to«dley aad a a OMinkor al the hM Tack eflortt to IM ratoy raeaa Tech track team beats Valley High Present Tech building may be difflcult to sell t.ysar,� ya.im ocsnoikisTfuag Board leans to Tech-to-North move School Board members to explain closing pfauis a to ctoae II tehaeia ky rmiwuiameal al ihel IPtobacawsaalatriialMearoUmaat vkaalbaMt Md ito IMaCraadj Sebaol alficMla kavt agreed to ' hailduig wUI ba dillK-eli u tali ntaar-- ■ • bacawse al ua toeauoe hi aa area al by a iraHic reogaalioa and llmitad tba r parluag. be said llav.., Tl!Is‘I l ' Slk Scbaal .. T eroarMM to Narlh Rito tai lha b«t •“Cto OowimaBlty whara to houaa the dMnei s adMaia gaaarai avoamaai aMi« ikt beard •ayw eaauw rXlldiM Das ”“ T:. T •« - tool are la a wtag al atombars that Haak Baasaatar, s ‘.a to « TstoHlgk- ickaal. lidi MeStoto, Ato.. toad sd l teTlIaZa Sd kL saytog laai tvaa « thaa Board oMBkar MaryarM ba ctaead to Jaaa a savarai w aa saMoas acaooi Mara aa who has baaa a iiraag s sy maadtd Ua G Btoast aad Raywwad PaM - hapartaal to ikli Nartk Hipi. said II dtoat qaaa M aas Haak stodoau w ■ c s rnmlt y.iewatwgBSagtongktto caa ba roMlvod MUdaesarity. the le aaaihy � rt i B htoto “to to. way to - c a aim aat after the board ' s work ... ? LVT, T . y Rakartaaa mM. 1 aaraaaaUy toiak Tka dtolrtei ' s toratotoi ka. kaaa I Tksaaay aa dadtoiag svall- tt- ws toiwl Im IM payiagalftoalratoctMadaktollaak iSTTh. «bIS 2 -rtoar. « ai II slmaty at ikair ailanpi to „ nitotoXllMa - ■aertOM ika Nartb High stadsau to po isikla mava al Tack to Nactk. Pilto , aid He and !!� ■«« were mainbers al _ I l T� cititaas camreiltaa ihalj _ iitoh Sdlod ' toNirto 4 makuig .7 at immaTrS •• � hrek. “n. vala was laka. TuaMlay Jto M lowtog maatiag. kava baaa “I r.-s- Ba«d nantom .1 . -- (.fata Fab V Afur grapphag with toe Taeh a. “ rTuRiae aked fak taapayan. a i. woaM give tot Marik arwa a Haii earalkswal drape kin sekaei wtth a poiaauaJ lor aa- Tka p r epea a l wUI allar a way al ratlmaal pxmtk baeaod H woaM cloatog Tack fUgb Schael ky dMhhal- attract Madaou froto lha aaltra � ■ • prosraina BMii Tack to North weald ' amply dt r wy _ jm al •• eoomadiy. aad u waaM aada I URtoiTTaeh. waekolwkaiwakaaaaoa todi- savarai bardlaa ikat aiaai ko ovarcesaa balorw Ikay wtu be road to veto aa Ika Talk wNarto prapamL ilMdOraadAvai •aaU.Ifaal.ieto Oaa hardte to that aa iddittoa KattttBratoealMi. ' ' BtoBtotald waaM have to ba cawstweud to boMt Many papUt srha deal weal to go esra to Tech at Ha praaa a l toratlea Girls practice include drills on defense and offense MSgt Cttrtt Tbomppo n , mlllUfy ckddfa. wdwkfy. to dnswro tht intructor dl Dm Moksoa Tdch- atwetonto koop Ifsdlr utUfonm h nicat HIgty School intpoett Iho Up-top condition. Tech seeks grid coach Mounts — CaMtasMd rowi Papa It ■to wt a nt key. track coach, was m eUst fnday aad aaavaiUkla far farther eonsaaai rarra atar coafiraMd Moaals igaauao was rspad iH by the Tack adoiiatstraliaa rarretiar said Maaato .didi ' t l adi c a t s wkatkar ka migki waat la caaek faotkall Athad H tot paneeakty eiatk was wtto too Taek admaSairalMa lacwHy - mM ba Ha added, kawavar. that m lar aa caaddag aad bsa lUaaau ' i abibty la gti Ike kids aai far faoikaU. toai waa good They ptoyod wall far kUn We had a few had breaks alaag toe way ar wa migM kava kata m tot 14 to tot Me tki year aad 1-7 avarall His faar-yoar awrt waa 4-St Ha p aasiy caa ck ad a ' Mmaan Valley at Eng:ineers bump Valley, 67-61 By Dave Raadali Wiifc 4 miaaUi 4t trcaads left m tka third panad. Valley t ckcerlaad an dacidad to build a pyramid MaybtHwasapramaaMiea Vhaa tot irumgto eallapaad R was toe Tiger maacai dtot waa « t heap aiihabaaa Tka bays baakaiball (tarn alia f iistif supped aa by Tack to a •7-41 taas Uoufting tnapt back, Tech toppled, 40-20 Bv Barry Lapp I ' owliag Caaek Bab Missi s r S 4 Mau •May Friday lau anrouu to a 44-it wa waMfd to ba ah a sirtrv- iMIt Dewliag ataadi al 4-i to Bui toaa Man Ciiidirsaii. wba waa lha gamas laidiag nMNr srtth U veroad panad aad Oaa Maura added anolliar aa toe Ma roias toak a t4-ll lead MU to la tot a defeausiai aiglK aad i plays wMk 14-yardiaalto tVm bag capped tot (uraty Ml aa a Jim A 97 Tech boys throttle Valley, stay unbeaten Hoover’s Rickmri De Pemmimg (42) rmmkies ogmimst Tech WINTERSErS CROZIER NAMED TECH GRID BOSS OwayM CrMtar •� T Mdajr ky Un Da MotM Scbeei Bou4 ID NCCMd tlw nr«d M Mooala M loothDU oDDCk at TDck Owlar. U. a KMrriUt aMtvD aad (DolhaU cDDck at Wtalatwt a« ika leatk Caatral Coateraaca ika paal aifkt jraan. lakariU a laaai tkat riatM MvaaU (S-l) la tfea Mai repouua Ooafaraaca IMI (aU I te ' t aipact to aal tka varM aa fira my nm yaar. kat tkara • tka paaatkUUy a( kolMiai a caoipalltiva pracram at Tack. mid Crtalir. a farmar NAIA aU-Aatarlcaa Maoalaa llaatnaa at Marali aMa aad tvo-yaar valaraa a( tka Canadiaa roatkall at Tack hingaa aa a lai af iklBfi. bat tka moat UBpertaai aaa M •auiaa a laad auU lagatkar. aad Ikat mifkt taka a yaar or nra. MeaalB. oFka kad a laar yaar racaN af a-M at Tack, vaa dmnlaaad aflar tka laaaea bacaaaa af akai Maaata callad a pacaoaalMy caaflKt Oaalar krtafi a a M-1 aoaraO raeard fraai Wlataraal Tka mark ItTI aad Itn plai a Utla ua atlk AIkU aad KaaivUla la im WiBiaraat vaa I-• la aack af tka Iwt Craalar, wka vtU ba paid tIT.dW far tka ItTMk ackaal yaar. aim vlO laaek pkyMeal adacaUoa Roosevelt foils Tech rally, 27-26 ■y BARKY LSrr Tka way Tack aad Raaaavali rrj pUyad mday ai aaa micht hava •mm, tkeaikt tka gmm vaa far tka Mat SSS ' rapailtaa Caafaraaca c k a m p mn ak ip ? ■ aaakM la tara tka earaar aa tka itnha ta Mayaa far tka aeara. tkaa iva-palat caavartlaa altampi aad paaaad la Fraak Irvia far tka vaa Ma Mart af tka aad aoaa. tva alai eaaranlaa laavtag Raeaavali akaad. IT-H. vitt - yards aa 1� earrtaa, hrefca a Id-yard nm la tka nglaian 11-yard Uaa Tva pUya latar ha kaapad oaar tram nmniy Ma vkaa Oaacaa firad a M-yard laackdava pam ta WUaaa Early m tkt third panad Tack vm forcad ta pam from Ita ava M Smitk ■m the map aa tva beaaeaa. fordag him la raa. aad ba gm a Ural devB m tka Ridara IT Taa playa latar Mayaa taak K M from tka foar Tka raa far kaU aa tka Tack M Ha ikao thrav a ll-yard eamplailaa M ii|ki aad Dava fvUback oaa That gava Rooatrait a IM laad -—� — mm I — r la tka vttk ddd Mt la tka taeaad aaartar pma vttk IIT yards aa r carrtm ___Ha vaat U yank tor a taachdava WUaaa aa tka daaMa rararaa. aad Eagiaaan vnhia a : WUaaa icorad aatomkad. P® Oflaado Mayaa altaraatad _ _ _ Tack eama back ama. this Uma dWfWfbbck Bryaa SmiU 5? tka haU ta tka Rldan raeard ta l-l la tka loop aad � -l Taco eama aaea agaia. this Uma laam laaTvm - “ ' “ «« � � � • • � � � � Tack dipa la W aad l-d at en mami nn aad Tack taak aaar a RMars ' l( Smith Mt Brava a W-y ard pam to tka IT- Tack mavad M yards la Id plays ta from the tva la gl a fack .. -- ba..«ad ha Liocoim ' s Robio GiUmmMS) eludes Tech’s Rollie Harris Tba victory baaau Roaaavalt ' s Tech turns tide, upends TECH RALLIES Valley, 21 7 TO SURPRISE VALLEY. 21-7 Engineers gain 212 yards on ground TECH Little Turnbull gives Tech lift Tkt Tlgara allavad Tack tscoUam Bryaa laiUh klckad a Id-yard tMd goal M pot lha ragiaaara akaad tar row playa aflar tkt kickeff. Taek ' a ' ‘ ack l a mr c tptad Ckrk draw M yards la Id playa Baillh Wad.. Oac. 13.197B ■ DCS MOINf S HEOISTIR 3S 30-point quarter ignites Tech, 86-66 By Dave Haaaaa Uttlo Can T t irakal l . tka playmakar M potatt ta lift Tack ovar vialUag Nartk.7S-W Hc ' a a baady baUplayar. ' said Eagiaeer Coach Mat Groae Ha t oar • pam off Ha aad tka Tigar Sd. am ap I wartar flald goal roar playa latar Capalaad rraads - — uaarcapiad a Ckrla Cravfard paaa t TtSw a Latar. SauUi kU Fraak Irria vHb a maa-yard acanag paaa la Um foarU gaartar. VaUoy ' a affaaaa apottarad at its ova M aad By MARK BEERY Tack look ovar aa dooraa Jaa Brava aw m mmm Tack look advaatagt of ascollaat fMd paalUoe m tka aacaod half la caaia from kaklad aad torpnta Vallay. 1 - 7 . m lha MatrepaUtaa Ooa- faroaea Friday algbt at WIlUama tiari far a Id-yard aoort Mayaa aeorad Tach ' a at Tack took ovar at tka Vallay M. aad Jaa Brava teerad tka dlaehar 00 a Id-yard nm Tkt Tlgtr . vka baM tka kaU far amra tkaa alao adaaa ' wartar. aat op ihatr at vkaa they taak awr as aflar haMliM Tack aodi 11. at TiadraU and BtU dMa ' t 1st vp la Uw _ rocovorsd a Vallay Maaata said Tack ' s daftaaa TigmM tvMdmdiaaau-maallaaaihaiftims Aflar aa Ulagal la kattar slap VaBsya Tack • “ Tack. vMch pickad ap SIS yards aa tba rwwA- add VaBay ara M la tka TECH PlaoM tara at PoptFlut By BARRY LEPP Tack barravtd a pagt from P A i Draka ' a playbaok aad oaad a atraat eamfarlably akaad. asm- effaoat la avarvkaim Oraad Cammaalty af Baikalm, Id-dd. Toaoday m t at Tack — - i— — ■� - — - Tka victory gava tka Mairapollua •� «« tkraa panada Coafarwco 4. With Uw gama vaO m hand. Tack mearTTSMSSlStrrr CaackMmOr.aavamtakl.ra.arvaa Tack eaotrallad bath aoda of tka at tM sty of tka fa gaartw cawt f I—« Ha — i-A -nnrnini. Tladroll vat high teorar far tkt aad tearad M paiala la lbs wnm it Saglniari vltb Id pamta Waslay aad qaanariapmthagtamaotaf raack BaU addad id aad l� polata. Oraad kaklad d-fam � -tacb taamr a amm _c aiw , n. iirr imi _ eaatar Data Daahtlkargor. oka uSitT 1 mT vSTT..|7a paarsd la a gama-high M pamta. lad a Id-Id aUdvay Ikraagk tba ascoad Run Doolty addad IT patata aad Pam Jobnaen II Shan WUaaa vat high far North vltb IT raagt Mnotlag attack a r raOymg from a IBIS Jamtt Jaeakaaa aad SarrI ad II patata aplaca far a. okkk tan ta d-d TECH GIRLS TIP S. HAMILTDN 100 Dis Motwif mown ■ tu ., i7. w _ _ __ No. 5 Rails check Tech in district opener Tech boys hold on for 3rd win By Val Mmmm Tack CoMk DM CrMO wm ahtt lui pUyan vara gattinf uMo Um boitday tftm a IKUa aarly i dite ' l am Ckratmas lo cama Umi early. ' Uitgkad Graca altar kia t iguMan kaM oil Eaat. Tl-M, Mi two ovaftunet Fn4ay Mfht M M atrapolj- un CoMlaraaca actaoa at Tack Graaa «at rafarr i| to tko numaroof arron tkat plagocM kia MEmOPOUTAN CONFERCNCX fJU Emi r.a.� pUyan Hi the Mcood kail wkca Eaat rkarteO kack Ifom a Ik-poHK dalicM 10 Ur (ke fama at tk-all altar rag- alaiioM Tka Engmrars ka4 tkair ckaaraa to p«t Uia (ama away A traraUag vMtatMw bod paaa aod roiaaad Iroa tkrowa lat Eaat larca tka ovortima ao a Itunpar by Slava Warrao witk IT ncooitalclt Wa ' ra IlgMing laaapanaoca aow, wud Greeo. wkoat laom haa woo Mo lint tkraa Ramaa Raoerra Chacfc Pndc. wko M Ika Eagiaaan wtik W pOHMa. tcotad m M tka aocood ovartima Warrao tad aO acoran w«k H pouitt wkllc Mika Caaon added IS aad Kraig Kramana U lor Eaat Tka CaM firla kept oo roUlag. too Witk Um Baaman kitting M pouMa. Kan Kranuna tS aod Judy ForoM 11 tka top-raiad Scarlet pouodad Tad IT-Sl. lor ikair lutk itraigki victary The East ddcnsa kad )oM aa mack to do witk tka Victory Tka Eagiaaan cooM manage p«t ooa Held goal la tka lirM qoartar aa Eaat vaaltod akaad. lit Tka Varlet managed to ran ap tkat lead even witkoal Baiunan. wko waa repUead ky Sarah Latkans aa a atartar Baamao aatcrad la tko second panod aad betpad East boUd tka advaatagt. 4S-11 at kaH WHO plans building near Tech ByGcMErk WHO radio and lalavtiian olllctala kopa 10 canatract a laclllty lor thatr oparatloM acreaa Iron Tacknieal Higk Sckool. The Tribnao loaraod Robart H Hartar. cktal npanttag olllcar ol Paknar BroadcaaUi Oo.. said tka new baiMlag woald honaa tka WHO suuoM oflieoa aod stadlaa. Palmar Broadcasting beadqaartara PalHMr BrondrastHig kas takao an opcioa to kay tka vacant aara-Mock locatioa a oamkar of yoan aad K kas aarvad m waU. ka said Bat qoHo iraakly. we kava oatgrowa oar ladU- tias ' atllW WalnotSL Palmar Broadcasting Isaacs its Walnat Strasi lacilillas Irom Unity lavcstmMM Oa. o« Das Moiam Tka vacant let acram Irom Tack Is owned by tka bain af Arlkar Kirk, who was a promlnaat Das Moiaaa raal asuto Uon of a bresdeastlag tower Irom tka Dos Molaas Board ol Ad)astmant baloro It can precood with Ka piaaa Tbs towsr wonM be aboat M7 Not High, tka mma kaight as a tower sinady loealad on tka reel al Tech High Hanar aald tka Mta acrom hem Ika lugfcsekoolisibaoalyeaabolagcao- “U IS a Mia Mmi saMs oor p a r peam. and al Ikt anma time M knaps ear emcos m ILj care area of tka Dm Motam bewams dMrtct. ha mid “That Is very impart am lo m School woes for refugees here TINDRELL HITS 67 FOR TECH; BOYS WIN, TOO By mark beery U wnailr TmdreU acerod «T p larmaocc m ikr Metropotttaa CMar- anca - m Tack mu sed past Nortl M-bT. in girls basketbaU at Monk Friday aMkt la tka beys game. Ike Kt inarn mapped a loor game loaiag streak by beating Nartk. 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Tack kad a kd-Mland e Polar Bean raUiad whan Early m ike (ami geanar. Ricky Galbraatt laaa in Ikrea Irm Ikrowt aad Tracy Deaton, wko l ed all icornn Tech reeled odi tavao straight poiau - David Tiadrell taking Tarnbeti 1 pam ■ lar aa amy bank North whKh Ml pm IT od M (rm tkrowi. aapiyod M only load when Dmtoa broke away on a layop lor the Sd-loMar aad Tim Ball Mt a (rea throw en rama to a Ik-lt III lead The Fnginean kaM a s potai margm at halftima. n-M tMrd gesrtar tka Tack girla opened a steal lor a Tl-lk M Donley adi while Jotaao Nortt girls w I IT pamu lor Tack. SCARLET STOP TECH’S ORIVE TO WIN, 12-7 East ' s d sl e am staged a dramatic lomtt-qearter geal-ltae stand m Ike Scarlet edged Tack tS-7. m Met ropotilaa Co nl erence acUm Fndsy night at Williams Stidmni The vtctary propaUed East till mioa Ue with Lm cola lor Ike leagee lead The Fngmsen wen lorced M pam Ireen Ibair ewe � -yard has with s little more thaa live mlnsics nmamiag In the game Bryan SMUtt ' s M-yard kick boanced all Bryan Beilis ' skooMar pad aad Tbek’s Btasi Smith recov er ed at Ike Scarlet SS Bryan Smith ' s Mna-yard geartar back keeper helped the Fagimien to a first down at the East nine Joe Brown gamed fern yards on two adf- tacklereabm Tack atlamptad two pasam - both ineemplcta - and tka Soarlat took over 00 doww at Its awn live East s Doa Conklin Aatioae CaMwea and Dm Raevm tereod In bilftlmclaad ' ' la Ike (Mel gaartar. East captlal- itad oa eicellant (mid pakltioa loUowtagaaEMgmaarpoat The Scarlai got the ball m Tack ' s II altar Bryan SmMb shanked a pant 101 SPORTS — THE 70’S The Life at Tech, like music, entertainment and styles of the 80 ' s was full of change. Changes began to occur with students and their clothing. To our generations, fashion trends were unique. Our parents ' generation, ho wever, kept telling us that their styles were just coming back into vogue. The 80’s fads were perhaps a reflection of past fashions, but certainly not the same. The mini skirts of the 60’s 70’s came back, but were made of leather, worn with fish net hose and spike hair to match our spiked heels. The mohawks and flat tops of the 50’s and 70’s came back. This time, though they were dyed green and blue. Music and movies covered a wide range, from the ridiculous to the deep concern for mankind. Ozzy Osbourne was screaming Satanic verses in his music while other musicians were banding together to sing “We Are The World” in hopes of raising enough money to alleviate starvation in Africa. Science fiction in the movies continued and ran side by side with such docudramas as “Gandhi”. At Tech, students weren’t so concerned with changes in the world of music, entertainment, or styles as they were with the proposed changes in their school. In 1981, the issue of closing Tech as a full-day high school surfaced. The school board’s proposal was met with much resistance. The issue became foremost in the minds of students, teachers, parents, alumni and the school board. There were public hearings, meetings with the school board, and protest parades. As students, we began feeling hopeless about saving our school. We could see the end coming, but weren’t ready to give up until we gave saving Tech our best shot. Students tried changing the board members’ minds by presenting other solutions to their proposal, but felt they just weren’t listening. February 4, 1982, the school board finally decided to convert Tech into a resource center because of declining enrollment in the school district. The next day students walked out of classes and held an all day protest. Although the protest didn’t change anything, it did let the school board and the public know just how much pride Tech students had in their school. Central Campus students started arriving at Tech in 1983 as the transition to a resource center began. Tech may never be Tech again, but we as Tech alumni will never forget the memories and education our school afforded us. May the Blue and Gold wove forever. Darcy Schweizer and Scott Brady Class of ’83 104 CORE AREAS — The 80’s Auto Mechanics Distributive Education Printing Carpentry Aviation Electronics Health Services Diesel Stenography CORE AREAS - The 80 ’s Nursing Carpentry 106 Painting and Decorating CORE AREAS - The 80 ’s Drafting Printing Radio and Televison Auto Mechanics Stenography Aviation TECH SCENES - The 80 ’s TECH SCENES - The 80 ’s 109 TECH SCENES The 80 ’s 110 TECH SCENES The 80 ’s 111 TECH SCENES The 80 ’s 112 mie TECHNICIAN otnd S « tMoin« 3ecA SPlt denl Des Moines Tech High School Des Moines Iowa 50307 10 Cents April 27. 1982 Vol 37 Issue 10 Tech loses ' GREAT’ teacher Q r. an J lair Q e JeJicale litis issue lo the man ”wlto made tl lo journalism he ieaven. On April 5th, what may have been considered as an abnormal day because of the unseasonal weather, was a very tragic one for Tech High. Stan Blair, who forSOyears taught journalism and English at Tech, died of a heart ailment. Mr. Blair was born and raised in Springfield, Missouri and also received his masters at the University of Missouri. In 1950 he and his family moved to Des Moines and he began teaching at Tech In 1952. For 30 years Mr. Blair was welMiked by students as well as members of the faculty. Master Sergeant Chris Thompson described him as ‘‘having a flair with his teaching that made students want to learn.” Junior Andre Brown said, ‘‘He was a real great person and easy to get along with.” Mr. Blair was very highly thought of by both the faculty and students at Tech. Junior William Adair said, ‘‘He had a great sense of humor, and that’s what made my learning easier.” When Mr. Blair passed away, he left many memories behind. English teacher, William Mason said, ‘‘I ' ll always remember Mr. Blair passing by my room after school and calling out a friendly greeting, orstopping in the doorway to see how everything was going.” Hearing impaired teacher Mrs. Carmen Hadreas said, ‘‘I can remember when I first came to Tech, Mr. Blair made a special effort to welcome me. He was a very special man.” Mrs. Noah also remembers her first year at Tech, ‘‘I shared a room with Mr. Blair, and he was always thoughful and considerate to a new teacher in the building. He was also very funny and loved to tease.” Although Mr. Blair is gone, his friends will never forget him. A friend of his, and consumer business teacher Mr. Eugene Barlow said, ‘‘I valued Stan as a friend ever since he came to Tech. I enjoyed his company socially and will miss his pleasant humor and friendship.” Mrs. Shaffer briefly said, ‘‘I will always remember the twinkle in his eyes.” Besides being a fine teacher and friend he was a great person. History teacher Mr. Chuck Silvey said, ‘‘He was an understanding man, honest and dependable.” History teacher Mrs. Jackie Berquin said. ‘‘He was a fine gentleman and dedicated family man.” Although we have no control over life and death, we must live life out to the fullest and try to fulfill the will that God has for our life. Even though Mr. Blair’s life was shortened, he fulfilled God’s will and gave a great deal to Tech High. Good-bye Stan Blair and may you ‘‘Rest in Peace.” by Cortez Young, senior 113 mie TECHNICIAN and Ajf ,yi(oinf i7efA ff ' fud4‘n .i Des MOINES Tech High School Des Moines. Iowa 50307 lO Cents February 26. 1902 vol 37 Issue 7 Board’s vote touches off protests, marches Students protest on capitol steps . . photo by Dan Leto The School Board’s vote to phase out Tech and make this building a ’’Resource center” has touched off a series of protests, marches and petitions from some Tech students and their parents, from some of the alumni, and from the Booster Club. A petition to have the Board re-consider their vote is being circulated. And what were the chain of events that led up to this meeting? In the late 70’s the enrollment In the high schools began to drop and the School Board at that time decided that one high school needed to be closed out the six In Des Moines . In the spring of 1980, the Board came up with the idea of moving the Tech facilities to North High and merge the two schools. However, a tax levy had to be voted on because of the cost of having to re-do North to hold Tech’s heavy equip¬ ment. On Sept. 9, 1980, the voters of Des Moines turned down the tax levy by a 1,700 vote margin. The Board did not present the tax levy proposal to the voters again, so during the summer of 1981, the superintendent and tbe central administration came up with the ’’resource center” idea. Tech students, teachers, alumni, parents, and the Booster Club voiced their opinions about the idea in meetings held with the Board. On January 20. the Board listened to protests about the ’’resource center” idea. On Feb. 4,1982. the Board voted to phase out the Tech High program and by 1986 make the building a ’’resource center” for all the other high schools. Under the proposal, freshmen coming to Tech In the fall of 82. could continue at Tech until graduation, but this would be the last class to enter Tech. In the fall of ’83, there would only be sophmores, juniors, and seniors at Tech. The fall on ’84 with only juniors and seniors at Tech, students from the other high schools would start being bused in for one half day of vocational-technical train¬ ing. In the fall of ' 85, the only Tech” class here would be the seniors and in the fall of ’86, the center would be fully established. The Board says that certain academic classes will be held at Tech where there would not be enough students for a full class at any of the other high schools. Along with this proposal, the Board voted to put Tech’s athletics with North, so the two schools would field one team. The Board says this will save money and make the two schools more competitive. On Feb. 5, the Friday after Thursday’s board vote. Tech students held an all day protest in the auditorium. Tech’s administration held an assembly In the afternoon so all students could hear the words of the protestors. ABOUT 250 MARCH TO CAPITOL ON TECH PROTEST by Andre’ Brown About 250 students of Tech High marched to the Capitol on Feb. 15 protest¬ ing the School Board’s decisions to close Tech and make it a Resource Center. Tech High students, parents, and alumni marched through the down¬ town streets of Des Moines carrying signs, and shout¬ ing, ’’Leave Tech Alone”. When the protesters reached the Capitol, they all took turns expressing the way they felt about Tech becoming a Resource Center, and urging the students to keep fighting to keep Tech as Is. To keep any violence from starting, the, police escorted the marchers. The marchers had a permit. Ending the march, Tech students were compliment¬ ed by the newspaper reporters, TV and radio stations for the good job they did. There wiU be another march, Saturday, February 27, to protest again, and Tech protesters hope the whole student body will participate. The student protestors planned to hold a demostra- tion at a dance scheduled for that night, but the dance was canceled by Tech adminis¬ trators. Protest; (Con‘t to page 2) Pasteup sv Mark Jewell 114 TECHNICIAN TECH — nicolors hy Staff Members Better save the rest of the issues of the Technician; they may become collector’s items . .. Senior Brenda Hildreth had her 19th birthday... Senior Countney Roberts drives a Mazda to school . . . Junior Tina Mosby’s mother runs Hope’s Food and Fun Restaurant... Senior Ronnie Murray no longer has a black 79 Monte Carlo . . . Senior Michael Wells and junior Mark Madison are half brothers . . . Sophomore Nikki English is freshman Troy English’s sister. .. Junior Warren Engish has a car named, “Betsy”... Senior Robin Howe is getting married after she graduates . . . George Grover, Jr.. ' 79, is now employed downtown as an electronic technician service manager . . . Junior Karol Kellogg Is always talking on the telephone to a mysterious person . Dan Kellogg, 79, is now employed at Betts Cadillac . . . Lucy Marlin, ' 68, works for the Iowa Credit Union League as a key punch operator . . . Junior Steve Parlee works at Calvin Manor. Vice Principal Wayne Webber’s favorite saying is, “To make a long story short.” . . . Did you know that freshman David Scott is junior Shelly Scott’s III’ brother? . . . Senior Bobby King only wears blue jeans when he does yard work. Senior Sharon Wolder did a Christmas commercial for WHO-13 . . . Senior Todd Starner hopes to be a photographer for rock tours and the group’s albums ... Mike Dullard, ' 81, Is taking architectural drawing at Iowa State... Junior Bill Mahedy works at the NE 14th Burger King . . . Senior Bob Brown is bowling In the Metro league for Tech for his second year at Merle Hay Lanes... Sophomore Chris Cruchelow’s hobbles are guy watching and doing her hair.. Robert Dale, junior, likes reading, camping, and animals... Junior Karen Kellogg’s nickname Is “Special K”. . . Senior Mike Sample Is on a diet. . . Senior Marvin White likes to work on cars. . . Sophomore Seng Cheng doesn’t like to drive, but he is too lazy to walk. Junior Tracy Daye works at Poppin’ Fresh Pies ... Senior Gene Hayes works at the Marriott Hotel . . . Gym teacher Lois Delaplane wears a different sweat suit every day . . Freshman Sue Beamer is a member of the American’s Drill Team . . . Senior cadet major Andy Marshall is the highest ranking cadet in JROTC . . . Senior Annette Heard scored 149 points and grabbed 38 rebounds in only four games . Sophomore Curtis Bell has a variety of shoes . . . Senior Doug Playle works at the Hubbell McDonald’s . . . Junior Jason Preston works at the E 14th Long John’s Silver’s Mr. Stan Greenwood, photography teacher, has been In the hospital with pneumonia . . . Junior Elsie Williams works at Mid-City library ... Sophomore Larry Hyler cut his leg while shaving for the Metro swim meet. Freshman Shelly Shade likes working at the YMCA . . . Junior Odessa Carr works at Methodist Hospital. . Milton Carr, ‘78, works at Hardee’s downtown... Freshman Gloria Bolden doesn’t like being a freshman. . . Nan LaMasters, January grad, works at Banker’s Life... Senior John Owens works at Drake Omstead Center... Junior Gary Baxter likes winter storms, but not car breakdowns. . Junior Candy Hines has a younger sister who Is taller than she Is.. Mr. Principal warned students of possible suspensions by Mark Thompson “When a person is in a position of leadership he or she is going to make some decisions that aren’t popular with some people,” said Dr. Paul Devin, Tech’s principal, “and the suspensions just happen to be one.” Dr. Devin was not expecting the students to strike Monday morning. “I thought It was explained to the student leaders Friday that further action of this sort would not be tolerated,” said Dr. Devin. “Five times the students were told to return to their classes or they would be suspended.” said Dr. Devin. “The reason for evacu¬ ating the students was to stop them from getting into trouble. It is a school rule and a law that suspended students are not allowed on school grounds,” explained Dr. Devin. “Monday morning’s strike was In poor judgment as well as bad publicity for the school. Monday morning’s action defeated Friday’s cause,” said Dr. Devin. “I still believe this is the best place to get an education,” said Dr. Devin. □ fiTtiina ni Also, school administra¬ tors asked that the protest be halted on school time and around 300 students were suspended the next Monday, when they refused to go back to class. Rally Leader says Tech suspensions were Illegal by Mark Thompson “The reason behind Monday’s strike was to show that we were serious,” said rally leader Cortez Young. “The administration felt Friday was cute, but we meant business,” said Cortez. “I’m not doing this just to hear myself on TV or read about what I said in the paper, it takes a match to light the fuse, I just happened to be it,” said Cortez. “I understand Dr. Devin’s position and I’m nottrying to compete with him,” said Cortez, “but suspensions were not legal and shouldn’t go on our permanent records.” “Parents must be notified, a notification of suspension and the duration specified before the suspension is legal,” said Cortez. “Monday’s rally was not in bad judgment or bad publicity,” said Cortez, “in fact most of the publicity we received was positive.” “The next step is to get the public involved by marches, petitions, media and letters,” said Cortez. During In-Service Day for teachers on Feb. 15, Tech students, alumni, and parents, held a parade to the Capital building to protest the board’s vote. Another parade is planned for Feb. 27. Eugene Barlow, consumer business and economics teacher, always says, “You see”, when talking to his classes. .. Junior Pam Bemis helpe d cut the black arm-bands forthe students. . . Junior Becky Millard has a new pair of tennis shoes and a bad ankle. . . English teacher. Miss Peggy DIerzen, is a preppy dresser at times. . . Junior Rusy Anderson likes to play with the Ruble’s cube. . . Anthony Hayes, ' 80, works at Hardee’s on Euclid. . . Junior Scott Brady doesn’t like to watch horror movies alone. . . There will be a next issue. Paste up bv Tooo Damlecn 115 TECHNICIAN VIEWPOINT:__ student protest leader says goal accomplished with meeting with Board This VIEWPOINT of the protest against the School Board ' s 6-1 vote to close Tech in four years and to make this building a resource center was written by senior Cortez Young, one of the protest leaders. He is responsbile for the content of the article. Elsewhere in the Technician is a news story on the chain of events. The Tech High student body held a sit-in on Friday February 5th from 9;45 a m. until 2;45 p.m. in the Tech auditorium. Students were protesting the School Boards decision to convert Tech High into a Resource Center. The student bodies goals was to show both the public, and the administration, that they were unhappy with the decision to change Tech into a Resource Center was made, in the February 4th, Thursday night meeting of the school Board members. The students wanted to show the board and the administration, that just because a large number of students didn ' t attend the public hearing, held on January 20th, they still cared. Students stressed that many of them work at night and so do a lot of their parents it would have been impossible to make it. Some members of the Student Union said they have been asked a number of times, by parents, faculty, concerned citizens, and some students, why they didn ' t protest before the decision was made. They responded by saying, all the time the decision making process was in consideration, Mr. Russ Odegaard. the Student Union Representative, advised us to be careful about the things we did and things we said. Because we were constantly in the eyes of the public and anything we said or did that could be misunderstood, and probably would, would jeopardize our chances of having the decision made in our favor. Some students also said that the reason why they didn’t take any action before the decision was made, was because they really didn ' t have a firm reason to stand on. Most students explained that the Resource Center decision was always up in the air, and never really gave any hint to which way it might ' fan. Senior, Russell Cheatem, said protesting before-hand could have been C ompared to asking your parents an you go to a party, and having them say, ‘‘I ' ll think about it, and you beginning to pout. Why pout? they haven’t said, no yet. so why lessen your chances? The students feel that they must be heard and senior Monica Bright added “We have nothing to lose and all to gain The students did let themselves be heard For five hours they spoke out. letting the media know how they felt. And while the speakers were resting, giving themselves a chance to think about all that they wanted to say. A number of students got up on stage and expressed their feelings through their talent. There were songs sung, slogans chanted, cheers cheered, and a musical re-enactment of a cut from the movie Grease , done by senior Jeff Rotert. The students felt that the protest Friday helped their cause.They admitted the faculty and administrators went along with the protest.But most students also admitted that the protest was too easy. Maybe, the teachers and administrators don ' t quite understand that the students meant business. Senior Robert King described the administrators ' attitudes as being that of a person who has sympathetic feelings toward another who has lost a loved one, It ' s OK to cry at the funeral but once it’s over, so are your emotions. There ' s nothing you can do. because it ' s all done. Students described that attitude as being inconsiderate and Robert King said that, “Tech needs empathetic admirustrators, not sympathetic administrators. The students feelings toward the administration is one of the main factors In Monday’s February 8th unexpected protest, where over 300 students implied that they were illegally suspended. Students explained that to be legally suspended, your parents or guardian must be notified before you are allowed to leave the building, and none of their ' s were. Students also said that suspendees’ must be given the right to secure their belongings, which some of the students weren ' t as they were forced out into the cold without their coats. These rules, students say, are In the School Policy. The student body was already disappointed in the administrations as they defined It, sympathetic attitude. And were disappointed even more when a dance, that was scheduled after the Febuary 5th basketball game was canceld by Tech principal Dr. Paul Devin. Most students felt that Dr. Devin canceled the dance primarily because of his lack of trust in the student body But Dr. Devin denied the accusation. The Monday protest did not physically contain as many students as the Friday ' s protest. But a lot of students who were participating in the protest said that they felt that most of the nonparticipating students ' hearts and souls were there even though they weren ' t Many students blame the administion for most of the nonparticipation of some students. They feel that the administrators frightened some students with the harsh threats that were thrown at the protesting students. The students who participated in Monday ' s February 8th protest said that the administrators threatened them with worhtless threats, many of which students said, could have not been carried out. And example of this they say is when senior Ellen Barber called the Board of Education and asked them if Dr. Devin or any other Tech High administrator could have students fired from their co-op jobs, just for protesting? And they said “No Tech is only a reference, they’re not your employer. Students said that threatening students co-op jobs was one of Dr. Devin’s threats Many of the students felt that the protest was very important. And they also said that if some of the threats of Dr. Devin were fulfillable, they were willing to suffer the consequences. Sophomore Meleissa Reece said, The protest to me means our freedom to express our opinions, and do the best we can to make other people see our side or the story After ail. it ' s our school and we have the same amount of pride in our school as any other school. As for getting suspended, we were all prepared to pay the price of voicing our opinions. Although police were not needed, the faculty and administra¬ tion felt like they were loosing control. We were very peaceful during the whole protest Monday. February 8th And the threats Dr Devin gave us put no dents in our armor. How can anyone worry about sports or co-op. when it’s our school that ' s at stake! The students want it to be known that they are not just fighting for themselves, they are fighting for friends, relatives, acquaintances, respecters of vocational education, and teachers. Students feel that every child should have the choice of attending a combination vocationai technicai and compre¬ hensive high school, not a resource center. Some students also feel that teachers who don ' t have a lot seniority will lose their jobs due to declining enrollment caused by the Resource Center transition, are good teachers, too, and should 116 Pag 3 have the chance to teach at a vocational technical comprehen¬ sive high school. The students also want everyone to know that they feel that both protests that were given were well- worth their while. Senior Todd Stammer said, Personally. I belive that the protests demonstrated were pretty effective, but we need more support We need parents and business people to lend a hand. Tech is the best school in Des Moines and is well worth fighting for! Students said that they accomplished the goals they set our to accomplish in both Friday and Mondays protest. They explained that their goal Friday was to inform and they did just that. And Mondays goal was to negotiate for a meeting with the board members and student committee And students said that meeting was given on Tuesday. February 23 at 2:45 p.m. So that goal too is accomplished Students feel thatthusfarthe media has presented them in a positive manner, and to them. When the students were asked were they going to take anymore action toward this situation they quickly replied. Yes, but they will be actions that will add to our purpose and accomplish our goals. Which are to present the administration with facts and figures on the resource center plan and emotional feelings so that they will consider reconsidering. Junior Kathy Garrett said, We haven ' t failed yet, and we don’t intend to. Some students who participated in Mondays protest were asked if there was anything they would like to change among the student body? Senior Kevin Saunders said, Yes, we need total participation and togetherness in all that we do. Because with every one contribut¬ ing, were too powerful of an Engineer to be stopped. Kevin Saunders continued to say that, Tech needs everyor e’s support, because too many students have risked too much, and have come too far to have our purpose defeated now. About forty at Sweetheart Dance hy Jim Heffelfmger About forty students attended the Tech Student Union’s Valentine’s Sweet Heart dance Feb. 11. The dance was held in the gym balcony and refreshments were served In the Student Center. P 5Tf BY MtCHELLC TtTMfYfH h SUC SlOAN Angry students strike, vow sit-in to save Tech pf - r::Z B lea, to Tech switch TtebMealKcii otcopito Angry Tech students strike fiSi Get-well-card is a sign students like John Cooper gjsms =Sja| m =:=«=== 5 -?=S-: Vsr. 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Betz 1946-1970 Mr. Larry Gillespie 1980-1981 Tech ' s Past Principals Mr. Don Blackman 1970-1980 Dr. Paul Devin 1981-1985 119 Faculty a nd Staff 194 i-1986 Aceto, Roger English 1963-1967 Acheson, Kent Driver Ed. 1967-1968 Ackerman, Cheryl Social Studies 1971-1972 Ackiss, Jackie Teacher Associate 1984 Adams, Dick Social Studies 1969-1981 Agnew, Dorothy Business 1956-1971 Ahrens, Roselind English 1964-1966 Alber, Dianne Special Ed. 1977-1984 Alexander, William English 1966-1967 Ambelang, Julie Treasurer 1984-Present Ames, Donald KDPS 1956-1957 Anderson, Becky English 1977-1980 Anderson, Cindy Special Ed. 1985 Anderson, Kathy Special Ed. 1980-1981 Anderson, Otto Woodworking 1946-1947 Anderson, Phyllis English 1965-1966 Anderson, Richard Printing 1971-Present Anderson, Ronald M. Counselor 1945-1946, Vice Principal 1946-1959 Anderson, Susan Special Ed. 1975-1976 Anderson, Thomas Art 1958-1959 Andreasen, Howard KDPS Engineer 1946-1958 Angler, Martha T 1 Secretary 1964-1985 Arnold, Patricia Physical Ed. 1962-1964 Arvidsen, Janet Hotel Restaurant 1951-1952 Ault, Myrt Counselor Clerk 1978-1982 Aylesworth, William K. Science Aviation 1951-1954 Bagdonas, Rhea ESL 1981-1982 Baig, Hamed Agri-Business 1978-Present Bakalyar, Stephen Math 1945-1946 Baker, Jane Special Ed. 1978-1979 Baker, Linda Chorus 1983-1984 Baker, Richard Machine Shop 1952-1953 Balducki, John Auto Diesel 1977-1978 Ball, Robert Job Placement Center 1971-1975 Ballou, Phil Social Studies Counselor 1952-1961 Barlow, Eugene Business 1950-1984 Barlow, James Driver Ed. 1953-1967 Barron, Margaret Business 1965-1969 Barry, Margaret English - Counselor 1949-1974 Beasley, Judith Librarian 1963-1964 Bell, Marilyn Foods 1951-1954 Bellile, Beverly Nurse 1968-1969 Berguin, Jacqueline Thill Social Studies 1979-1982 120 Faculty and Staff 1944 -1986 Berryhill, Harold Mech-Drawing 1965-1967 Betz, Elmer C. Principal 1944-1970 Bevis, Wilma Business 1951-1953 Bjork, Maynard Auto Body 1959-1984 Blackburn, Peggy Transp. Secretary 1974-1976 Blackledge, Judy Special Ed. 1979-1985 Blackledge, Leroy Social Studies 1976-1983 Blackman, Don Principal Vice Principal 1962-1980 Blair, Stan English, Journalism 1952-1982 Bledsoe,Carl MCJROTC 1983-1985 Bledsoe, Marjorie Trujillo LPN 1974-Present Boehm, Dorothy Nurse 1962-1967 Boelter, Jan Teacher Assoc. 1985 Bohiman, Edna Social Studies 1945-1965 Bolton, Kenneth Drafting Carpentry 1974-1977 Bonau, Elena Spanish 1972-1973 Bowlsby, Pat Counseling Clerk 1969-Present Boyce, Harlan Machine Shop 1953-1981 Brandow, Ruby Steno Clerk 1974-1977 Brandt, Dorothy Nurse 1967 Brennan, Nancy Special Ed. 1982-1984 Brewer, Marie Commercial Art 1945-1970 Brewton, Cecil Home School Worker 1969-1972 Bridge, Bette Counselor 1979-1984 Brightman, Harold Business 1965-1966 Brinkman, Dorothy English 1979-1981 Brown, Donald L. Auto Mechanics 1951-1954 Brownell, Rolland Boys’ Advisor 1965-1968, Principal 1985-Present Bruggen, Phyllis Business - Counselor 1956-1970 Bryan, Gerald Distributive Education 1961-1964 Bryant, Don Science Electricity 1945-1976 Burch, Pat LPN 1975-1977 Burke, Jean Attendance Clerk 1959-1982 Burmeister, Tom Aviation 1977-Present Burstein, Gordon Social Studies, G T Coordinator 1983-Present Cady, Tom Social Studies 1959-1967 Cameron, Gary PE Science 1972-1984 Camp, Samuel Science 1967-1968 Carber, Ann LPN 1985-Present Card, Larry Printing 1966-1973 Carman, Walter Eugene Auto Body 1966-Present Carson, Steve Drivers Ed. P.E. 1970-1984 Carter, Wilma Teacher Associate 1973-Present 121 Faculty and Staff 1944 -1986 Case, Bob P.E. Drivers Ed. 1969-1972 Cavett, Virginia Social Studies 1968-1969 Cebuhar, John English Journalism 1981-Present Cerwinske, joe Counselor Agri Business 1973-1977 Chamberlain, David Chorus 1979-1981 Chelleen, Loren Social Studies 1962-1985 Clark, Kenneth Social Studies 1962-1967 Clark, Richard English Math 1954-Present Clark, Sandra Teacher Associate 1972-1973 Clement, Allan English V. Principal 1946-1957 Clemons, Dick Social Studies 1966-1977 Cole, Glenn English 1945-1946 Collins, Bob Drivers Ed. Social Studies 1974-1983 Collins, Helen Nurse 1945-1956 Combs, Willard Aviation 1946-1958 Conley, Gerald Soc. Studies Vice Principal 1963-1970 Conner, Shirley Business 1965-1968 Cook, Darrell CBE New Horizons 1981-Present Cooper, John Paint. Dec. T 1 Coordinator 1949-1985 Cooper, Phil Business Boys Advisor 1955-1962 Corwin, Margaret Business 1964-1965 Cotrone, Lucille Attendance Clerk 1957-1958 Cox, Sue Special Ed. 1983-Present Coyle, Elaine Reading ESL 1972-1985 Cramlet, Ross Adult Education 1953-1966 Crisman, J. Durwood Math 1945-1952 Cross, Karen Math 1979-1983 Crozier, Dewayne P.E. 1979-1983 Crozier, Otis Math 1958-1971 Cumpston, Sari Personal Family Living 1984-1985 Cunningham, Patricia Nurse 1979-1985 Curde, Ted Mechanical Drawing 1949-1952 Curtis, Gary Science 1970-1984 Daack, Georgia Foods 1952-1954 Davenport, Bob Computer Programming 1955-Present Davis, George Special Ed. 1978-1981 Davis, William Art 1965-1966 Day, Clara Business 1965-1969 Day, Janet Business 1962-1968 De Mouth, Helen Counselor Clerk 1977-1978 De Puy, Karen Secretary 1972-1973 DeBrauske, John T 1 Related 1954-1955 122 Faculty and Staff 1944-1986 DeFord, Hattie Foods 1945-1947 Delaplane, Lois P.E. 1965-1982 DeMouth, Wayne English 1967-1968 Dennis, William Radio Production 1968-1976 Despotovich, Sam Vice Principal 1964-1965 Devin, Paul Principal 1981-1985 Dickson, John R. English 1967-1968 Dierzen, Peggy English 1966-1984 Dirksen, Dave English 1969-1974 Dobash, Karen English 1963-1977 Donley, Beverly Secretary 1962-1967 Douglas, Waunetta Job Placement Center Secretary 1973-1975 Dowd, Betty Radio TV 1952-1954 Dowd, Wes Electricity 1950-1980 Dowis, Jim Computer Programming 1964-1967 Drew, Mary LPN 1977-1978 Druart, Jack Drafting 1964-1985 Drummond, Jim Soc. Studies 1961-1967 Duensing, Vesta English 1961-1965 Duggan, Betty Secretary 1960-1963 Dunkelberg, Helen Nurse 1956-1962 Dusenberry, Janice Teacher Associate 1970-1972 Eaton, Terry Distributive Education 1964-Present Eckerman, Grace Treasurer Registrar 1966-Present Eichacker, Kay Photography 1979-1980 Eichel, Barbara Hearing Interpreter 1979-1983 Eischen, Judith Foods 1960-1961 Ellerhoff, Jean Humanities English 1983-Present Ellingson, Don P.E. 1961-1965 Elliot, Marsha Drafting 1985-Present Elliot, Samuel Librarian 1979-Present Elliott, Ron Painting Decorating 1969-Present Ellis, Mary Distributive Education 1966-1967 Emanuel, Eleanor English 1959-1960 Essex, Gwen English 1962-1963 Fahik, Phil Science 1969-1971 Farmer, Wilda Business 1956-1978 Farrow, Jasper Social Studies 1946-1976 Feaster, Carolyn Social Studies 1961-1962 Feinberg, Dave English 1970-1972 Ferin, Mike Social Studies 1962-1963 Fetters, Carrol Print Shop 1970-Present Faculty and Staff 1944-1986 Fettkether, Arvin Bus. Computer Programming 1953-1983 Finch, Ted Printing 1973-1983 Finley, Sandra Secretary 1972-1974 Fischer, George Drafting 1956-1968 Fisher, Russell Cabinet Making 1973-Present Flowers, Linda Grooming 1969-1970 Forrester, Sy HomeSchool Worker 1970-1982 Fortune, Polly Computer Programming 1969-1973 Foss, Richard Social Studies 1979-Present Foster, John Mech. Draw T l Adult Machine Shop 1955-Present Franklin, Al Auto Mechanics 1958-1983 Frasier, Perry Principal 1945-1946 Frazier, Ross Auto Mechanics 1955-1964 Frey, Ken P.E. 1972-1985 Frey, Kuthryne Special Ed Assoc. 1975-1976 Fribourgh, Gunder Mech. Draw. T l New Horizons 1947-1983 Friend, John Science 1968-1969 Friend, Sally LPN 1972-1974 Frye, Kathryne Special Ed. Associate 1975-1976 Gable, Lester Business 1949-1950 Gadbow, Lynn Gray Office 1959-1963 Galvin, Walter Soc. Studies 1962-1974 Gants, Patricia Soc. Studies 1978-1981 Gardner, Bruce Vice-Principal 1959-1961 Garrison, Paul Art 1948-1949 Gay, Florence Math 1960-1961 Geil, Carol Job Placement Center 1972-1973 Gerhart, Milton Woodworking 1947-1963 Gerheim, Katherine Business 1949-1950 Gibbons, Debbie Hearing Interpreter 1979-1983 Gibson, FHarry Machine Shop 1962-1964 Gift, Marilyn Anderson Foods 1961-1966 1983-Present Gillespie, Larry Science V. Prin. 1955-1985, Acting Principal 1980-1981 Gillespie, Paul Law Enforcement 1974-1979 Glenn, Maurice Special Ed. 1975-Present Glick, Ruth Soc. Studies 1979-1980 Gogerty, Joan English Title 1 1969-1973 Gooch, Vickie Computer Programming 1968-Present Goods, Lillie Foods 1977-1981 Gordon, Randy English 1977-1978 Gottlieb, Shirley Reading 1974-1976 Granson, Gladys Attendance Clerk 1953-1955 Faculty and Staff 1944 -1986 Gray, Jack Drafting 1967-1968 Gray, Jackie Special Ed. 1985-Present Gray, Ron Special Ed. 1985-Present Greaves, Diane English 1979-Present Green, Mel P.E. Earth Science 1976-1983 Greene, Bette Tailoring 1949-1983 Greenwood, Stan Photography 1980-Present Grice, Margaret Business 1963-1965 Gronert, Frank Electronics 1971-1974 Grooters, Tim Math 1978-1982 Hadlock, Karen Librarian 1964 Hadreas, Carmen Special Ed. Hearing Interpreter 1981-1983 Hafenstein, Eugenie Art 1945-1947 Hall, Stan Sheet Metal 1980-Present Halverson, I.M. Machine Shop 1945-1956 Hankammer, William Auto. Mechanics 1948-1949 Hanrahan, Alice Social Worker 1981-Present Hanson, Hans Law Enforcement 1979-1980 Hanson, Steve Social Studies 1979-1981 Hantz, Herb English 1954-1961 Harsh, Dale Printing 1955-Present Hart, Faye Steno Clerk 1951-1953 Hartley, Dorothy Retailing 1945-1953 Hartley, H. Ray Business 1945-1964 Harvey, Ron Technical Industrial 1979-1980 Hashman, Jim Carpentry 1969-1984 Hauser, Kay Steno Clerk 1957-1958 Haviland, Chris Speech Clinician 1983-Present Haworth, Pauline Job Replacement Center 1971-1973 Hazlett, Helen Business 1962-1964 Heath, Marguerite English 1966-1967 Heath, Ray Math 1964-1965 Heaton, Ross Business 1980-1981 Hein, Jane P.E. 1976-1977 Helmuth, Monica Special Ed. 1978-1979 Hensley, Thomas Agri-Business 1974-1975 Hickman, Johe Teacher Associate 1972-1973 Higgins, Carmella English 1985-Present Hill, Mildred Steno-Secretary 1957-1963 Hiller, Julia Hearing Interpreter 1979-1980 Hindal, Paul Carpentry 1972-1983 Hines, John Aviation 1950-1951 Hoak, Mildred Art 1948-1949 Hobart, Mark Chorus 1981-1982 Hodson, Helen Steno Clerk 1949-1951 125 Faculty and Staff 1944-1986 Hokanson, Wilber Social Studies 1967-1981 Holcomb, Arthur English 1967-1969 Holladay, Harlan Art 1953-1955 Holliday, Betty English 1947-1952 Holmes, David Business 1965-1967 Holten, Helen Steno 1960-1963 Horton, Ed MCJROTC 1974-1978 Hourigan, Lillian English 1959-1962 Howe, Noble Social Studies 1945-1946 Hoyt, Jack Chorus 1982-1983 Huffman, Merton Refrigeration 1946-1951 Hughes, Jan McAuley Soc. Sci. 1975-1976, CBE 1979-1981 Hughes, Raymond Machine Shop 1945-1973 Hulse, Lawrence Science 1979-1983 1985 Hunerdosse, Betty Special Ed. 1984-Present Hutchison, William English 1957-1962 Hutson, David Electronics 1959-Present Imig, Walter Driver Education 1969-1971 Inman, Karen Special Ed. 1975-1985 Jackson, LaVonne Child Development 1985-Present Jefchak, George Art 1960-Present Jeter, Alice Attendance Clerk 1983-Present Johnson, Dorothy English 1967-1968 Johnson, Floyd Business 1945-1952 Johnson, Galen Math 1971-Present Johnson, Harold P.E. 1945-1949 Johnson, Pam Performing Arts 1972-1973 Johnson, Roy Math Science 1957-Present Johnson, Thoyne Foods 1945-1946 Johnson, Wilma Business 1945-1946 Jones, Judy Special Ed. Hearing 1972-1977 Jones, Lauri English 1985-Present Jotzke, Gary Math PE 1971-1982 Joy, Ralph English Radio 1954-1957 Kacena, William Science Elec. Photography 1945-1979 Karthan, James Science 1979-1983 Kelling, Kenneth Machine. Shop 1957-1958 Kemmer, Jacqueline English 1965-1977 Kemp, Vera English 1970-1980 Kennedy, Gary Auto Diesel 1964-1977 Kester, Ron Social Studies 1964-1975 Kinzie, Galen Business Counselor 1955-1976 Klingeman, Lois Special Ed. 1975-1977 Klinzman, Lloyd Drivers Ed. Knutson, Niva English Radio French 1946-1976 126 Faculty and Staff 1944 -1986 Koch, Steven Social Studies 1967-1982 Koeppel, Bessie Attendance Clerk 1952-1953 Koroch, Don Science 1962-1963 Kover, Marcie Special Ed.-Hearing 1981-1982 Kuhns, Paul Band 1979-1981 Kulis, Mary Secretary 1955-1956 Lake, Richard Drafting T l Related 1968-1972 Lang, Dale Auto Mechanics 1965-Present Langworthy, Mirian Girls’ Advisor 1946-1962 Lappe, Graydon P.E. 1965-1968 Larson, Judy Special Ed. 1979-1984 Laughman, jay French ESL 1978-1981 Lawyer, Vivian Tailoring 1960-1961 Lazear, Sondra P.E. 1982-Present Lee, Judson Business 1953-1983 Lee, Nathan Printing 1954-1976 Lehmkuhl, John Welding 1945-1974 Leo, John Italian 1985-Present Leonard, Robert Drivers Ed. 1980-1981 Lindstrom, Doris Steno Clerk 1959-1960 Lindstrom, Margaret Foods 1956-1974 Lodge, Virginia Foods 1970-Present Long, Author Science 1970-1985 Long, Lowell Agri-Business 1980-Present Lossner, Harold Aviation 1966-Present Mack, Eleanor English Counselor 1956-1963 Madison, Lina German 1983-Present Madison, Olga Foods 1952-1957 Maher, John Social Studies 1965-1968 Maigaard, Ralph Science V. Principal 1970-1980 Mann, Byron Radio 1945-1971 Marcum, Nadine Business 1965-1966 Marks, Bernard Art 1955-1958 Marumo, Yuko Japanese 1984-1985 Mason, William Foreign Lang. English 1976-1985 Mastin, Glennie Ann English 1957-1962 Matzke, Marilyn Secretary 1983-Present Mayo, William Mechanical Drawing 1945-1960 McAdams, Ray Driver Ed. 1967-Present McCarthy, Bob MCJROTC 1984-1985 McCollaugh, William Distributive Education 1967-1969 McCullouch, Genevieve English 1945-1946 McEniry, Honora Grace English 1945-1946 127 Faculty a nd Staff 194 14-1986 1945-1974 McGilvra, lo Registrar McGovern, Helen Business 1950-1952 McLean, Glendon Auto Diesel 1978-Present McManus, Mary Ann Girls’ Advisor 1963-1979 McPherson, Michael ESL 1980-1983 McWhirter, Esther Social Studies 1961-1962 Meharry, Robert Carpentry 1964-1972 Mein, Susan Spec. Ed. Hearing 1977-1979 1980-Present Middleton, Joan Business 1963-1965 Middleton, John Teacher Assoc. 1972-1973 Miller, Betty Computer Prog. 1965-Present Miller, David Social Studies 1979-1984 Miller, Elizabeth Math 1951-1952 Miller, Glenn Math Science 1947-1948 Mingus, Elsa Treasurer 1977-1985 Mishmash, Harold Welding 1959-1983 Mitchell, LeRoy Art 1955-1958 Moe, Beverly English 1960-1961 Molloy, Ben Home Remodeling 1984-Present Moran, Helen English 1950-1953 Morrison, Helen Reading 1981-1983 Mounts, Bud Social Studies 1975-1979 Mueller, Bob English 1961-1962 Mully, Marjorie Nurse 1969-1979 Murphy, Karen Marine Biology 1985-Present Murphy, Kathleen English 1982-1985 Murray, Betty Teacher Associate 1976-1979 Musselman, A. B. Printing T l Coordinator 1945-1967 Neal, Patricia English 1962-1981 Needham, Norma Counselor 1979-1980 Neofotist, less LPN 1974-1975 Nichols, Margaret Foods 1959-1961 Nighswonger, Wilton E. Electricity 1945-1949 Nixon, Warren Veterans’ Special Courses 1945-1951 Noah, Anne Lahey English 1979-1983 Noland, William English 1965-1966 Norman, Margaret English 1963-1965 O’Donnell, Bill Special Ed. Hearing 1979-1980 O’Donnell, Debbie Special Ed. Hearing 1976-1977 Oberender, Jo Teacher Assoc. 1984 Odegaard, Russell Radio TV 1976-Present Oderkirk, Joan P.E. 1975-1981 Ogden, Walter 128 Woodworking 1948-1953 Faculty and Staff 1944 -1986 Oleson, Kenneth Radio 1950-1957 Olsen, Harold English 1962-1967 Olsen, Kay T, Machine Shop 1945-1946 Olthoff, Peter Business 1945-1962 Opel, Jan Reading 1973-1974 Orlando, Marilyn Special Ed. 1978-1979 Ortiz, Gloria Special Ed. 1978-1980 Oster, Mary English 1950-1951 Ostwinkle, Ruth Treasurer 1978-1979 Oxley, Jan Steno-Clerk 1979-1981 Parker, Richard Soc. Studies 1962-1968 Patch, James Drafting T l Related 1968-1985 Patrick, Laurel LPN 1983-1985 Payne, Thelma Business 1948-1949 Payton, Patrick Soc. Studies 1968-1969 Peeler, Marcia Tailoring Fashion Design 1983-Present Peiring, Albert Aviation 1962-1967 Penniman, Betty English 1980-1983 Pennington, Richard Electricity 1980-Present Perdue, Max P.E. 1961-1971 Perea, Joe Soc. Studies 1970-1971 Perkins, Jeff Print Shop 1975-Present Perry, Betty Foods 1966-1970 Perry, Lowell Soc. Studies 1962-1963 Peters, Richard Soc. Studies 1965-1969 Peterson, Ed Science 1962-1965 Peterson, Eldon Drivers Ed. 1978-1980 Peterson, Harry Soc. Studies Counselor 1953-1973 Phillipsen, Steve Auto Mechanics 1974-1978 Phipps, Michael English 1966-1967 Pierson, Donley Cabinet Making 1952-1973 Pilkington, Ed Welding 1975-Present Pitchers, Dorothy Business 1961-1964 Poage, Kenneth P.E. 1970-1972 Poison, Harold English 1962-1967 Pomeroy, James Law Enforcement 1980-1981 Pool, Jill Hearing Interpreter 1981-Present Pottebaum, Caroline Teacher Associate 1979-1981 Powell, Betty Job Placement Center 1973-1975 Pratt, Terry T l Carpentry 1980-1981 1984-Present Prough, Donna Library Assistant 1964-1977 Pulley, Hannah Wallace Business 1947-1955 129 Faculty and Staff 1944 -1986 Rachut, Marie English 1947-1948 Ramey, Walters S. Mechanical Drawing 1952-1966 Rasmussen, Maxine Treasurer 1977-1978 Ray, Linda Hearing Interpreter 1980-Present Reames, Jeanne LPN 1974-1985 Reeves, Jane Librarian Associate 1977-Present Reeves, Lyle Soc. Studies Counselor 1969-Present Reiman, Edith Steno Clerk 1963-1964 Reimer, Roxanne ESL 1983-Present Rhodes, Lew Police Liaison Officer 1979-Present Richardson, Judith V. Prin C. C. Coord. 1979-Present Robbins, Bernice Special Ed. Hearing 1980-1981 Roberts, Marlene Attendance Clerk 1956-1959 Roberts, Sara Attendance Clerk 1982-1983 Robinson, Mildred Volunteer Coordinator 1980-1982 Robinson, Sally Soc. Studies 1969-1971 Robinson, Virginia Computer Programming 1966-1967 Rogers, Gene Computer Programming 1964-1973 Rosdail, Blair Math Science 1960-1961 Rouse, Eula Foods 1951-1952 1955-1959 Rouse, Glenn Math Science 1949-1952 Ruins, Leonard T l 1979-1980 Russell, Beverly Special Ed. 1983-Present Russell, Stanley Refrigeration 1952-1955 Ruth, Sarah A. Librarian 1967-1982 Rutz, Harold Sheet Metal 1955-1980 Salsow, Lawrence Mechanical Drawing 1945-1946 Samuelson, Kayleen Business 1970-Present Schaefer, Janet Steno Clerk 1967-1969 Schoneberg, Scott Science 1984-Present Schultz, Vernice Cabinet Making 1950-1957 Schweizer, Larry Driver Ed. P.E. 1966-Present Scott, Esther Business 1960-1961 Shaeffer, Jill English 1977-1983 Sheldahl, Tom Social Studies 1967-1968 Shepard, Emily P.E. 1945-1965 Sherbo, John T l Coordinator 1945-1954 Sherrow, Dorris Steno Clerk 1949-1952 Shonroek, Cindy Speech Clinician 1980-1983 Short, Janet P.E. 1964-1973 Shriver, Emory Business 1947-1964 Simansons, Sylvia Special Ed. 1983-Present 130 Faculty and Staff 1944 -1986 Simmons, Donald Machine Shop Math 1951-1954 Sipple, Marie Science 1965-1966 Skinner, Lois LPN 1978-1983 Smith, Chandos Math Counselor 1954-1971 Smith, Christine Librarian 1945-1973 Smith, Diana Business 1968-Present Smith, Harold New Horizons 1979-1984 Smith, Jack Art 1950-1952 Smith, Jean Art 1953-1955 Smith, Joe Electricity 1976-1978 Smith, Joyce English 1982-1983 Smith, Larry KDPS Engineer 1974-Present Smith, Marlene English 1962-1963 Smith, Sydratis Special Ed. 1976-1978 Smithson, Lyle Printing T l Coordinator 1948-1976 Snell, Leland P.E. 1949-1956 Snyder, Ralph Machine Shop 1981-1985 Snyers, Doris Art 1959-1960 Squires, Don Math Counselor 1953-1985 Stainbrook, Gordon Math 1962-1981 Stalter, John Machine Shop 1970-1973 Starek, Jon Social Studies T l Drivers Ed. 1977-1985 Stephany, Gene English 1979-1981 Stevens, Shirley Business 1963-1965 Steward, Glen Drivers Ed. 1981-1983 Streyffler, Lorrie English Counselor 1969-1977 Strieby, Beatrice Business 1961-1974 Sturdevant, William Art 1967-1982 Subbert, Dwight Business 1967-Present Swihart, Harriet English 1975-1976 Tarman, Vera Foods 1948-1965 Tamura, Sachiko Japanese 1986 Tannatt, Kenneth Social Studies 1955-1967 Tarr, Jeanne Foods Cloths Orientation 1945-1946 Taylor, Evelyn Business 1958-1959 Taylor, Margaret Business 1952-Present Tea, Helen Steno Clerk 1947-1948 Testa, Carol Math 1979-1983 Thiessen, Carolyn Math 1963-1964 Thomas, Alfred Commercial Art 1955-Present Thomas, Don Aviation 1968-1982 Thompson, Chris JROTC 1974-1984 Thompson, Donak Attendance Clerk 1955-1956 131 Faculty and Staff 1944-1986 Tillery, Mabel Lang. Arts Radio-TV 1956-1981 Tish, Joy Hearing Interpreter 1980-1982 Tisue, Linda Special Ed. 1983-1985 Tredway, Jim English 1983-1984 Troutfetter, Mabel Girls ' Advisor Counselor 1961-1969 Tuomi, Eino Social Studies 1946-1974 Tursi, James Social Studies 1963-1964 Tuttle, David Aviation Counselor 1954-1966 Van Arkel, Robert Drafting 1958-1984 Van Draska, Marcia English 1962-1966 Van Dyck, Eleanor Soc. Studies Child Care 1961-Present Vitteteaux, Howard Driver Education 1967-1970 Vogelaar, Gertrude English 1945-1946 Vogelzang, Steve Agri. Business 1978-1979 Wadden, Jerry English 1961-1967 Wagner, Wayne ESL 1980-1981 Wakefield, Majorie Secretary 1973-1983 Wallentine, Sophia Russian 1983-Present Ward, Alice English 1981-1982 Warling, Marilyn Nurse 1967-1968 Warner, Mary Counselor ' s Clerk 1965-1974 Watkins, Carl Refrigeration 1955-1979 Watson, Bob Math 1958-1967 Wease, Sylvia Teacher Associate 1970-1971 Webber, Wayne Bus. Vice Principal 1965-1985 Weineke, Carolyn Special Ed. 1984-Present Wells, Mayflower Business 1955-1956 West, Helen Foods 1955-1959 Westervall, Brenda Band 1981-1983 Wheeler, Helen Business 1945-1962 White, Beulah Steno Clerk 1959-1960 Whitney, Frances Foods 1948-1949 Wiesel, Marcia Psychologist 1977-Present Wiggins, Phil Social Studies 1967-1972 Wildman, Irvin Drivers Ed. 1963-1966 Wiles, Russell Aviation 1945-1975 Wilkey, Joyce English 1967-1968 Willaims, Grace English 1949-1950 Williams, Dick Math 1951-1963 Williams, Edna Steno Clerk 1959-1960 Williams, James Social Studies 1967 Williams, Lillian English 1948-1958 Williams, Warren Social Studies 1970-1971 132 Faculty Qnd Staff 1944-1986 Willis, Nancy Business 1965-Present Wilson, Dick Band Chorus 1950-1979 Wilson, Doug Aviation 1975-Present Wilson, Mel Social Studies 1971-1973 Wilson, Olive Secretary 1952-1969 Wilson, Rose English 1981-1983 Wilson, Walter Counselor 1978-Present Wiseman, Calvin Auto Mechanics 1964-Present Wolfe, Betty Steno Clerk 1983-Present Wolfe, Kathy Steno Clerk 1981-1983 Wonderly, John ROTC 1979-1981 Wood, Albert Science 1965-1970 Woodford, Carrie Girls ' Advisor 1945-1946 Woods, Ralph Police Liaison 1970-1974 Woods, Steve Machine Shop Auto 1972-Present Woolley, Mildred Health Associate 1979-1984 Wren, Robert Carpentry 1984-Present Wright, Daniel Aviation 1949-1950 Wright, M. Art 1952-1953 Yeager, Marilyn Special Ed. 1979-Present Yohe, Ernest Auto Mechanics 1945-1964 Zimpfer, Forest Business 1963-1964 TECH GRADUATES BECAME Tom Burmeister Aviation 1971 Russ Fisher Carpentry Dale Harsh 134 Printing Terry Eaton Distributive Education 1956 1946 1949 Ron Elliott Painting and Decorating 1962 Vicki Gooch Computer Programming Harold Lossner Aviation TECH TEACHERS Ben Molloy Home Remodeling 1976 Dr. Judy Richardson Vice Principal Doug Wilson Aviation Richard Pennington Electricity 1971 1969 Ed Pilkington Welding 1956 Diana Smith Word Processing The Spirit Lives On They said the best was saved for last. For Tech thigh ' s final “86” class. Memories will last forever, of The school ' s last year together. The “86“ class was more alive than ever before during Techs last year of homecoming. Students worked hard to make the last homecoming the best. Many students participated in all the activi¬ ties with lots of school spirit and enthusiasm. Even though this was Tech ' s last homecoming the students and faculty showed that in “86“ the Spirit lives on. 136 Class of ‘86 A Truly Unique Group The Des Moines Technical High School Class of 1986 is truly a unique group. While being the last class to graduate and receiving Tech High School diplomas, members of this class have been instrumental in preserving the vocational technical programs for Des Moines Schools. They have served as good examples for prospective “career area students that have elected to attend Central Campus on a half time basis. Members of this class have led guided tours for thousands of Des Moines students these past few years and because of their very capable assistance, Des Moines Technical High School will live on, under the new name of Central Campus, and will serve more students than ever before. Congratulations to you, the class of 1986, and all Des Moines Technical High School graduates over these past years. R. E. BROWNELL, PRINCIPAL 138 Mr. Rolland Brownell, Principal Mr. Mel Hall, Vice Principal Dr. Judith Richardson, Central Campus Mr. Bob Sandquist, Vice Principal Coordinator Des Moines School Board Front row; Secretary Jim Cunningham; Gloria Hoffman, Jonathan Wilson, Superintendent William Anderson. Second row; Betty Grundberg, George (Pic) Wilson, Barbara Buck, Sue Luthens, BUI Keck. 139 MISS JULIE AMBELANG TECH-NORTH TREASURER MRS. PAT BORG COUNSELING CENTER SECRETARY MRS. WILMA CARTER TEACHER ASSOCIATE Office Staff MRS. GRACE ECKERMAN REGISTRAR MRS. ALICE JETER ATTENDANCE CLERK MRS. MARILYN MATZKE PRINCIPAL’S SECRETARY “THE FACULTY’’ Cox. Carla Cox, Sue Emer. Med Tech Special Ed 142 Danielson, Greg History Davenport, Robert Eaton, Terry Computer Distributive Ed Programming Ellerhoff, Jean Psychology Fisher, Russ Woods Foster, John Machine Shop Glenn, Maurice Special Ed Elliott, Marcia Elliott, Ron Drafting Painting 8r Decorating Elliott, Sam Librarian Gooch, Vicki Computer Programming Gray, Jackie Special Ed Gray, Ron Special Ed Fetters, Carroll Printshop Foss, Richard Government Gift, Marilyn Food Service Greaves, Diane English 143 Greenwood, Stan Photography Hall, Stan Sheet Metal Harsh, Dale Printing Higgins, Carmella English Lang, Dale Auto Mechanics Lazear, Sondra Physical Ed Leo, John Italian Lodge, Virginia Food Services Hulse, Larry Astronomy Jackson, Lavonne Child Development Johnson, Roy Math Long, Lowell Agri-Business 144 Lossner, Harold Aviation Madison, Lina German McCarthy, Bob ROTC McLean, Glendon Mein, Susan Diesel Mechanics Hearing Impaired Molloy, Ben Home Remodeling Odegaard. Russell Radio fir Television Peeler, Marcia Pennington, Richard Fashion Arts Electricity fir Design Pilkington, Ed Welding Pool, Jill Hearing Interpreter Pratt, Terry Carpentry 145 Ray, Linda Hearing Interpreter Russell Beverly Special Ed Smith, Diana Word Processing Taylor, Margaret Coordinator 146 Reeves, Jane Library Clerk Samuelson, Kayleen Executive Secretary Smith, Larry KDPS Engineer Thomas, Alfred Commercial Art Wilson, Doug Aviation Woods, Steve Auto Mechanics Reeves, Lyle Counselor Schoneberg, Scott Applied Physics Subbert, Dwight Business Van Dyck, Eleanor Child Care Wilson, Walt Counselor Wren, Robert Cabinet Making Reimer, Roxanne ESL Schweizer, Larry P. E. Swihart, Leola LPN Wallentine, Sophia Russian Wiseman, Calvin Auto Mechanics Yaeger, Marilyn Special Ed Rhodes, Lew Detective Simonsons, Sylvia Special Ed Tamura, Sachiko Japanese Willis, Nancy Accounting Teachers Serving Tech for 25 Years Row one: Jasper Farrow, Richard Clark, John Lehmkuhl, Eino Tuomi, Betty Green, Christine Smith, lo McGilvra, Gene Barlow, Roy Johnson, Donald Squires, Doug Wilson. Row two: Larry Gillespie, Margaret Taylor, Mable Tillery, Harold Mishmash, John Foster, Robert 147 Davenport, William Kacena, Harold Bouyce, Wesley Dowd, Judd Lee, Dale Harsh, Niva Knut¬ son, Gunder Fribourgh, Lyle Smithson, Robert VanArcle, Alfred Thomas, John Cooper. WE’LL FOREVER REMEMBER THE TEACHERS AT TECH THOSE WHO MAINTAIN OUR EXCELLENCE Custodians - Day Shift First Row: Maurice La May, Norma Lester, Francis Thoma, Vicki Lainson, Tom Jones. Second Row: Roger Brannon, Richard McCloud, Vincent Rubino, Richard Greene, Larry Croll. Custodians - Night Shift First Row: Duane Linn, Don Jobe, Charles Rivers, Guy McKinney, Margret May. Second Row: Tim O ' Boyle, John Ponzeline, Jerry Lewis, Larry Croll. Cafeteria Ladies: Mrs. Mary Jones, Mrs. Norma Thorpe, Mrs. Betty Kouri, Mrs. Ruth Hall. CORE AREAS Row one: Purwantie Ganpat, Phommerihn Baccam, Sivilay Pbabmixay, Chanthavone Lovan, Pai Yang, Nancy Weible, Nicki Carson and Carmelita Daye. Row two: Miss Willis, Debbie Kroll, Pe Luong, Dana Tutor, Mike Young, Pat Anspach and Robert Morse. Row one; Shawn Milang, Heidi Ogden, Patti Gamble and Robin Cashatt. Row two: Andrea Murray, Jeff Lindemoen, Miss Willis, Robert Anderson and Brad Pollard. Row one: Mickey Hubbard, Jeff Thomas, Tynetta SiJ- las, Jodi Harvey, Huon Peng, Sao Vang and Cherie Clayton. Row two: Tammy Flagstad, Jeff Brown, Paul Nolte, Donna Chiodo, Rob Armintrout, Mike Shiffer and Miss Willis. The accounting career area at Tech is designed especially for high school students with a determined career objective in the accounting profession. This area offers computerized accounting procedures and practical business applications using automated office equipment. Students also develop skills in keyboarding, oral and written communications, and business procedures. The instructors are Miss Nancy Willis and Mr. Dwight Subbert. i Patti Gamble and Heidi Ogden enter information into their computers. 152 Shawn Milang helps Robert Anderson with a problem. Paul Nolte does a balance sheet. Pe Luong, Phommarinh Baccam, and Chanthavone Lovan do their accounting. Miss Willis observes students calling up a program. Mike Young, Pat Anspach, Robert Morse, and Dan Tutor follow along as Miss Willis explains a worksheet. 153 The Agri-Business vocational core area at Tech offers experien¬ ces in crop science, horticulture and agriculture related business. Students develop leadership skills through participation in Future Farmers of America (FFA) and participate yearly in county and state fair competitions. In the agri-business program, students acquire knowledge and develope skills in animal science, crop science, fruit and vegetable pro¬ duction, soils and fertilizers, insecticides and chemicals, small engines, green house operation, and maintenance, ornamental horti culture, landscaping, turf management and financing. Suc¬ cessful students will be qualified in the 12th grade for on-the-job training supervised by the agri¬ business instructors. The instruc¬ tors are Mr. Lowell Long and Mr. Named Baig. Mr. Baig waters plants. 154 Agri-Business First row: Jason Mourel, Dennis Thurman, Brandon Kii- lam, Malisa Wheeler, Chadd Rife. Second row: Clint Newell, Mark Long, Rob Campfield, Mr. Baig. Third row: Tim Turner, Joe Van Gundy, Brent Hayes, Tim Lynch. Jeff Burnes, Rhonda Evans, Loree Bird. Joe Laumann pose in back of the plants. First row: Loree Bird. Second row: Joseph Chase, Rusty Bair, Sunny Bullock. Third row: Bobby Tom- kinson. Brad Braafhart, Jay Coons, Jeff Burnes, Mr. Long. Agri- students ready the plants for the annual plant sale for Tech. Jeff Burnes and Joe Laumann ee he ua Look Out World! Its SuperCat! 155 John Copper readies a door for repairs. Kevin Shipley and Steven Kamm repair a quarter pan l. Auto Body is a four semester core area providing students with exper¬ iences with basic job operations through actual performance and close supervision on late model damaged automobiles. Quality workmanship, shop safety, good work habits, cooperation, depend¬ ability and responsibility are stressed. Students work and be¬ come familiar with the latest hand and power tools and equipment unique to this trade. The course is designed to operate on the same line of performance and work¬ manship as found in the auto body shops in this area. The instructor is Mr. Gene Carman. Amphay Fondgara sands a door. 156 Auto Body Front row: Barry Braack, Todd Cleghorn, Mike Ding- man, Tony Guzman. Back row: Mark Olgren, John Cooper, Tom Jones, Mr. Carman. Mark Olgren applies molding to a wheel well. Front row: Kristine Miller, Scott Wheatley, Mr. Car¬ man. Second row: Kevin Tew, Todd Hanrahan, Am- phay Fangdara, James Willock, Sean Hammer. Back row: Robert Biddle, Dan Hatzel, Steve Kamm, Kevin Shipley, Carroll Shipley. Mark Olgren and Barry Braack wet sand a door. Students replace a window and prepare a car for painting. 157 Robert Shepard and Russ Hokanson clean threads for cylinder head bolts. Mr. Woods, Pierre Ward and Jerry Anderson apply oil pan gasket. Auto Mechanics is a four semester core area providing students with experiences in the construction adjustments, and repair and adjustment of engine fuel and electrical systems. Saftey and good work habits are stresses throughout the course. Students learn through performance and adjustments, and reassembly of the following items: automatic transmission, standard transmis¬ sion, power steering gears, pumps, brales, differentials, wheel alignments, electrical com¬ ponents, and air conditioning. The seniors are provided an opportun¬ ity to perform iive work” on automobiles through the opera¬ tion of an auto lab that requires the same performance and work¬ manship as found in auto repair shops in this area. The instructors are Mr. Dale Lang, Mr. Steve Woods, and Mr. Cal Wiseman. 158 Back Row: Mr. Lang, Jeff Burns, Shawn Aller, Dorn Reighard, Scott Stittsworth, Stephen Rios. Front Row: Roger Dale, Tom Cherry, Tim Adams, John Logan, Scott McWilliams, Davis Mackey. Front: Joe Purcell, Oune Be, Klam Lovan, Karl McAuley. Back: Mr. Lang, Randy Benda, Brian Penengen, Pat Smith, Tom Boudewyns. Auto Mechanics Jim Holms and Mr. Woods adjust a carborator. Greg Smith and Michael Graber torque main bearings. Bradley Sawhill, Mr. Wiseman and David Chamberlin examine a piston. 159 Klye Wright and Randy Jones practice piloting. Jim Russell works hard on his assignment. Aviation teaches the repair and up-keep of airplanes: their bodies and their engines. The students in this core area receive the training they need to become Federal Avia- tion Administration licensed mechanics. The instructors are Mr. Harold Lossner, Mr. Doug Wilson, and Mr. Tom Burmeister. Mr. Lossner, John Crutchelow, Denny Acosta, and Mark Lile look at blueprints for an airplane. Front row: Bill Watkins, Glen Christian, Jim Russell, John Crutchelow, Kirk Johnson, Bill Smith. Second row: Jason Latch, Bill Patterson, Kevin Young, Randy Jones, Mark Lile, Julie Vogle, Scott Tigner, Don Bates, Kevin Slater, Keith Shepard. Back row: Chris Anderson, John Feric, Denny Acosta, Stan Page, Bill Kyle, Steve Shaper. William Patterson and Chris Anderson work on an air¬ plane engine. Bill Kyle paints the wings of an airplane. Glen Christian works on the wings of an airplane. Denny Acosta and Jim Russell work on the safety wires of the propeller. 161 Lori Finn works on an art activity at the day care center. Tiffany Harper works on a math activity. Child Care is a one-year program to prepare individuals for occupa¬ tions in child care and guidance, family day care, and teacher assistants of infants and young children under the supervision of professional personnel. The course includes instruction in planning, organizing and con¬ ducting activities for physical, interpersonal, motor, mental and social growth and development: understanding self and others, communication skills; nutrition, health and safety: parent-child relationships: laws, regulations and policies relating to child care services and the maintenance environment. The instructor is Mrs. Von Dyck. Cindy Hanian feeds an infant. 162 Front row: Laura Davidson, Natasha Thomas, Angie Cariglino, Barbara Lewis. Second Row: Deanna Fisher, Kim Hutchinson, Cindy Hanian, Tiffany Harper, Mrs. Van Dyck. Kim Hutchinson makes sure all are present and accounted for. Deanna Fisher reads a story to a toddler. Front row: Melissa Brown, Laura Robins, Robyn KeF lar, Pamela Grubb. Second row: Julie Tyrell, Lori Finn, Michelle Jolly, Alicia Kinsell. Back row: Schel- lane Schnoor, Melissa Barr, Julie Carter, Margueriete Harper, Camille Boone, Charlinda Price, Mrs. Van Dyck. Students not pictured: Laura Driscoll, Jill Immel, Lisa Reynolds, Brenda Walker, Danna Williams, Tonya White. Charlinda Price and children color a picture. Schellane Schnoor and children pose for a picture. 163 Front row: Sandra Pool, Lisa Rhoda, Stacey Vas- quez, Teddy Burkett, Mark Randolph. Back row: DeAnna Aller, Leslie Preminger, Mike Schnatborst, Mr. Thomas. Front row: Sindey Hill, James Brandon, Elizabeth Draper. Second row: Bauni Hawkins, Karen Wolf, Chad Hitsman, Shannon Heurman, Virgil Verdan, Joe Mitchell, Joe Carbine. Third row: Jared Longfield, Jon Bergman, William Brown, Chris Hall, Greg Scharf, Mr. Thomas. Front row: Ina Vashi, Debbie Meyer, Lisa Radcliffe, Karen Patterson, Terri Fisher, Pe Lovan, Gerome Jef¬ ferson, Mr. Jefcbak. Second row: Ly Cheng, Jamie Downing, Leonard Brown, Nicole Ryan, Richard Kemp. Third row: Doug BrohaJJ, Mike McGeehee, Mike Lippold, Jeff Riddlebarger. The Commercial Art core area teaches students how to design artwork for business and adver¬ tising. The art department also takes care of display windows around the school, and students do a great deal of poster work for various school activities. The instructors are Mr. Alfred Thomas and George Jefchak. Sandra Pool works with the airbrush. Commercial Art Students work on sketches. DeAnna Aller, Lisa Rhoda and Teddy Burkett work on commercial advertising. 165 Amy Yoakum and Del Van Dorn make color prints. Dan Koenig and Mike Rourke select negatives. Commercial photography is a two-year course which gives stu¬ dents the opportunity to obtain skills in photography processes and procedures, studio tech¬ niques, photographic theory, pho¬ tographic history, and under¬ standing of camera types and photographic products. Students develope a complete photographic portfolio useful for job applica¬ tions or college admittance. The instructor is Mr. Stan Greenwood. Bob Logston rephotos pictures. 166 Commercial Photography First Row: George Douglas, Kendall Godwin, Susie Bowers, Noelle Runyan, Kim Bowers, Tracy William¬ son. Second Row: Kim Stodgel, Brent Poindexter, Fran Cockrell, Third Row: Steve Helm, Tracy Allen, Kim Earn, Bob Logston, Damon Hughes. Noelle Runyan focuses on a still life. Elaine Bacher and Janet Barzen prepare photos for dry mounting. First Row: Missy Westberg, Amy Yoakum, Bryan Merrifield, Troy Wilson, Janet Baryen, Laura Zenian. Second Row: Dan Koenig, Brad Nelson, Smith Kin¬ ney, Mike Rourke, Debby Clark, Del Van Dorn, Elaine Bacher. Smith Kinney and Debby Clark work with enlargers. Brent Poindexter takes a portrait. 167 Chuck Kifer and Jeff Acheson type their programs into their computer. Tony Kellar, Jean Long, and Jeff Kelly use the Apple microcomputers. Computer programming core area deals with business data. The students learn how to pro¬ gram computers in several lan¬ guages. Some of the languages used are COBOL, FORTRAN, and BAL. Students in their senior year are placed in co-op jobs at many insu¬ rance companies in Des Moines. This area is well-equipped and has placed a large number of stu¬ dents in the computer field over the years. The instructors are Mr. Robert Davenport, Miss Betty Miller, and Mrs. Vicki Gooch. Jeff Kelly and Jean Long using a word-processor program. 168 Computer Programming 1st row: Miss Miller, Harry Hager, Mechele Reed, Renae Hodges, Son Chae, Teresa Cow¬ man, Todd Welch. 2nd row: Todd McCord, Troy Moyle, Bill Barry, Jeff Gero, Brian Carter, Jeff Acheson, John Young, Robert Paterson. 3rd row: Pat Brodeur, Bill Feight, Chuck Kifer, A. J. Drew, Mark McDonald, David Goff, Tim Lemon, Rusty Bishop. Todd McCord and Jeff Acheson work at the computer terminals. Teresa Cowman hard at work. 1st row: Tracy Lee, Tony Clifton, Cam Quang, Jean Long, Tim Wheeldon, Paul May, Mick Bockert, Mark Lestrange. 2nd row: Mrs. Gooch, Chris Vitek, Scott Mathern, Jeff Kelly, Britt Pierce, Scott Pepper, Tony Kellar, Jack Dennis. A J Drew and John Young enter their programs into the computer. Mrs. Gooch and students discussing a problem. Chris Hensley sets up circuts on a hydraulic test bench. Students use the parts washer. The Diesel Mechanics core area teaches students the basics of die¬ sel engines. Each student learns how to dis¬ assemble and re-assemble an engine. In addition, students learn related machine shop metal work and also the fundamentals of gas and arc welding. Mr. Glen don McLean is the insturctor. Chris Hensley tightens injector lines on a CMC engine. Diesel Mechanics Row 1: Chris Hensley, Lawrence Reed, Mickey Lovett. Row 2: Mr. McLean, Joseph Marmin, Bill Anderson, Loren Coglizer. Row 3: Mike Byerly, Bill Griffey, Mike Scharper. Loren Coglizer, Bill Griffey and Joseph Marmin install a crankshaft. Students install main bearing caps. Diesel students assemble small block Chevy engines. Bill Anderson installs valves into an Oldsmobile cylinder bead. Mickey Lovett and Lawrence Reed install valve covers. Ken Williams works on the Computer Aided Design System. Jim Tullis picks out a house idea. Drafting is a two year core area which provides students with the occupational and technical skills for job entry in manufacturing and architecture. The program emphasizes drafting principles and practices: engineering stand¬ ards; the use of catalogues, refer¬ ences and technical handbooks: and a knowledge of industrial production practices and building materials. The student develops a working knowledge of sheet metal intersections, layout and devel¬ opment: pipe details and dia¬ grams: welding drawings: pers¬ pectives: principles of surveying and an introduction to CAD (Computer Aided Drafting). The machine design section of the pro¬ gram prepares the student for jobs in industry and emphasizes threads and fasteners, gears, cams and motion diagrams dual dimen¬ sioning and the principles of N.C. machining. The architectural sec¬ tion of the program prepares the student for jobs relating to resi¬ dential and light commercial con¬ struction. The students develop floor and foundation plans: calcu¬ late the mechanical needs and make the necessary drawings for the electrical, plumbing and heat¬ ing and cooling system. The instructor is Miss Marsha Elliot. Mark Tesdall works on an assem¬ bly view. 172 Drafting Front row: Ken Williams, Brad Beilis, Aaron Swea¬ ringen, and Dave Dew. Back row: Miss Elliott, Dave Kephart, Scott Hosman, and Craig Hoffman. Ken Williams checks his work on the Computer Aided Drafting System. Craig Hoffman and Miss Elliott sketch ideas for house floorplans. Front row: Rusty Griffen, Mark Tesdall, Steve Hymer, Aaron Abdullah, Bill Green, Chris Boden- steiner, Naphone, Karl Kirshbaum. Back row: Miss Elliott, Robert McGregor, Pat Wells, Jon Stephans, Jim Davis, Tad Kalahar, Dave Koenig. Dave Kephart concentrates on his drafting. Bill Green works on an assembly drawing and Dave Kephart works on an electrical drawing. 173 Mr. Hutson helps Ed Roberts work on a television set. Electronics is mainly concerned with radio, TV and computer equipment repair. Students must take electricity first before coming into this area. This area is popular with faculty and students, for here they can have minor repairs done on their radios, TV sets, or cassette players. Mr. Dave Hutson is the instructor. Rodney Garrett looks through a tele¬ vision manual. 174 First row: Mr. Hutson, Leonard Chandler, Kevin Sellers, David Grummet, John Cramblit, Joe Case, Kone- Ko Mahuong, Pat Campero, David Martes, Jeff McCon- ville, Gary Hameister, Ralph Young. Second row: David Stowers, Todd Grahm, Robert Olinger, David Adams, Bill Klapp, Ted Lippold, Paul Dullard, Chris Conley, Larry Schultz, Randy Ballard, Jeff Reynolds. Mr. Hutson, Ed Roberts, Rodney Garrett, Jim Wicker, Tou Yang, Tyrone Moore, Jarl Walters, David Daggett. Tyrone Moore checks over an oscilloscope. Tou Yang works on a turntable. David Daggett repairs a television set. A Television circuitry. 175 Mrs. Samuelson checks over Julie Carpenter ' s work. Mrs. Samuelson and Diana Robinson practice file exercises. Tech students are being trained for the challenges and changes in the evolving electronic offices by using the latest word information processing equipment with busi¬ ness software that is used in Des Moines Area offices. Students deal separately with the individ¬ ual functions of information pro¬ cessing, such as: keyboarding, machine transcription, shorthand transcription, proofreading, sent¬ ence structure, punctuation, for¬ matting, revising, editing, and filing. Since decision making is an essen¬ tial skill needed by secretaries, emphasis is placed on thinking, deciding, and acting. The instruc¬ tors are Mrs. SamueJson and Miss Taylor. Darci Johnson, Marcy Flippin, and Shelly Bailey file their work. Executive Secretary Front row: Julie Glenn, Diana Robinson, Michele Mitchell, Suzette Lewis, Jennifer Brown. Back row: Kim Remster, Tricia Nobel, Tracey Kidd, Mrs. Samuelson. Michele Mitchell works with LOTUS 1-2-3. Kim Remster works with LOTUS 1-2-3. Chris Bradley, Mrs. Samuelson, Julie Carpenter, and Lisa White work on file exercises. Front row: Chris Pike, Shela Bailey, Lisa White, Darci Johnson. Back row: Marcy Flippin, Chris Bradley, Julie Carpenter, Michelle Ellis, Lynda Tollari, Sandy Kyser, Mrs. Samuelson. Chris Pike, Shelly Bailey, and Julie Carpenter wait for the print-out. 177 Pamela Cope sautes onions for French Onion Soup. Mrs. Gift shows Jeff Stegeman how to measure tomato paste. 178 FOOD SERVICES OCCUPATIONS The Foods Services Occupations careers area teaches basic infor¬ mation for anyone interested in any part of the food industry. In the first year, a food student spends three periods each day learning the basic information about sanitation, safety, effi¬ ciency and food preparation. The first semester each student pre¬ pares pies, yeast breads and rolls, biscuits, cakes, cookies, and muf¬ fins. The second semester each one will prepare fried and grilled foods, soups, salads, sandwiches, pastas, vegetables, and meats. The class tours various food establishments and studies nutri¬ tion. skills in getting and keeping a job, as well as knife care and use. The second year, food students are in the T-Room, Tech s practice restaurant, planning meals, pre¬ paring the food, and serving the T-Room customers. In addition to preparing the food in larger quan¬ tities than the first year, the stu¬ dents learn “front-of-the-house” skills such as hostess host, wai¬ ter waitress, and cashier duties. Some students may be assigned to a Coop job, where they be paid for on-the-job training, as well as credit towards graduation. The Coop assignments vary according to each student’s interest and capabilities. The instructors are Mrs. Lodge and Mrs. Gift. Charlene Gray and Doug Nixon prepare desserts for the T-Room Customers. Food Services Front Row: Mrs. Lodge and Mrs. Gift. Row Two: Michele Hildebrand, Trina Leachman, Kayla Ball, Lenny Waters, Pathana Luvan, Teresa Orr. Row Three: Jim Machamer, Mike Wiley, Toni Burgett, Jim Farrell, Mark Whitfield, Sam Tumea, Maggie Rice. Doug Nixon serves turkey at a Thanksgiving Buffet. Sam Tumea designs and decorates sugar cookies. Jim Farrell rolls out a cookie design. Front Row: Mrs. Lodge and Mrs. Gift. Second Row: Dorothy Barber, George Jackson, Lisa Seals, Pam Cope, Marty Baring. Third Row: Barb Jackson, Rose Reeves, Dean Bradley, Carlene Gray, Charles Linthi- cum. Fourth Row: Tony Burkett, Ross Seina, Joe Bell, Jeff Stegeman, David Kinney, Keith Becton, Bruce Miller. First year students decorate cookies. David Garcia hooks up a complex motor control circuit. David Riley and Kevin Kellogg trouble-shoot a motor control circuit. This core area teaches house and building wiring, motor controls, and application including the the¬ ory of industrial electricity. The students are also involved in building personal projects such os amplifiers, power supplies, strobe lights, automobile burglar alarms, and other electrical devices. The instructor is Mr. Richard Pennington. David Lyall and David Riley pre¬ pare to install boxes for outlets. 180 Industrial Electricity Front row: Bill Spencer, Hamon Johnson, Rick Sbumbley, Richard Jones, David Garcia, For¬ rest Parsons, Brian Buchanan. Second row: Mike Miller, David Lyall, David Riley, Kevin Kellogg, Damon Green. Rick Chumbley installs an electrical device in a new house. Mike Miller, left, and Forrest Parsons, right, installs electrical boxes where light fixtures will be. 181 John Barker runs a lathe. Khamphino Baccam, Eddie Pickett and Greg Griffen work on the vertical milling machine. Machine Shop is a four-semester career area providing students with the occupational and techni¬ cal skills required for safely oper¬ ating the large and small machine tools commonly found in the manufacturing industry of today. Precision measuring and testing is also an integral part of the course. Principles of CNC (Computer Numerical Control] are taught in this core area. Mr. John Foster is the instructor. Lee Simms grinds a tool for the lathe. 182 Machine Shop I ' RI Todd Hayes checks out tools from Mr. Foster. Front row: Khamphino Baccam, Somphiane Baphra- chanh. Second row: Eddie Pickett, Lee Simms, Richard Wright. Third row: Todd Hayes, John Baker, Greg Griffen, Mr. Foster. Todd Hayes runs the lathe. Khamphino Baccam and Mr. Foster use the cut off band saw. Somphiane Baphrachanh and Lee Simms grind tools. Somphiane Baphrachanh polishes his project. 184 Students work on Marketing assignment. Robert Morse and Pat Anspach work on Business Management. Distributive Education (D.E.) is a core area which prepares stu¬ dents for job opportunities in retailing, wholesaling and services. In this five semester program, students learn with supervised instruction about the activities and demands of the business world. Distributive Education Clubs of America [DECA) is a club for the D.E. students. In DECA, student participate in contests in sales and advertising with other DECA students through out the state. The Distributive Education coordinator and DECA sponsor is Mr. Terry Eaton. Mike Young takes Deca State Conference test. (Hotel Ft. Des MoinesJ Marketing D.E. First Row: Mark Schagor, Poi Yang, Annette Swan, Cindy Hanian. Phomarihn Baccam, Brenda Essex. Second Row: Robin Casbatt, Jeff Hill, Nancy Weible, Brenda Armstrong. Patty Gamble, Heidi Ogden, Teresa Orr, Randi Logan, Cbantavone Lovan, Jill Fisher, Pe Luong, Nicki Carson, Mr. Eaton. Third Row: Dana Tutor, Jeff Lindenum, Darryl Wright. Brad Pollard, Mike Young, Pat Anspach, Robert Morse, Dan Dershem, Steve Strauss, Andrea Murray, Carmelita Daye, Robert Anderson. Above: Mike Young concentrates on his DECA test. (Hotel Ft. Des Moines] Left: Sue Bieghler and Brenda Essex look over the DECA State Conference Agenda. (Hotel Ft. Des Moines] Lower Left: Mr. Eaton lectures his marketing students. Lower Right: Students at Area IV DECA Conference. (Southridge Mall] 185 Mr. Elliott and Amy Hill discuss refinishing a sew¬ ing cabinet top. Mr. Elliott inspects Steve Furman s work. 186 Painting and Decorating teaches students how to apply paints with spray guns, brushes, rollers and other applicators. Stu¬ dents also learn sheet rock taping, sign painting, wall paper hanging and furniture refinishing. Some of the special projects that students do are painting the Tech house and painting the hill board located over the auditorium. The instructor is Mr. Ron Elliott. P 8r D student sands a drywall joint. Front Row: Mr. Elliott, Jeff Bowers, Tracy Cox, Cory Floyd, Steve Furman. Back Row: Kent Pugh, Darryl Edison, Garrison Moore, Amy Hill, Deanna Burnett, Larry Hopkins. Danny Hartley and Darryl Edison lay out a bill board. Steve Furman applies a finish. Garrison Moore sands a closet door. Steve Furman stains a coffee table. Students work on the Tech house. 187 Lieu Nguyer monitors a patient’s heart rate. Christy Lippold changes a pillowcase. The practical Nursing program has been carefully designed to train the students in basic nursing principles and related subjects. It is a demanding 72-week high school program aimed at helping the student become a safe, compe¬ tent beginning practical nurse. Highlights each year are the rewarding experiences the stu¬ dents receive as they enter into new hospital situations. Classroom and clinical instruc¬ tors are Mrs. Bledsoe, Mrs. Swi- hart and Mrs. Carber. Janell Sinclair changes a sterile dressing. 188 Practical Nursing First row: Angie Allen, Varsha Roopnarine, Lieu Ngnyer, Tonya Johnson. Second row: Mrs. Leola Swihart, Christy Lippold, Carla Sibert, Janell Sin¬ clair, Sharon Wolf. First row: Lorry Thomas, Honda Barton, Cindy Knight, Maricella Bernardino. Second row: Mrs. Ann Carber, Christy Gumpton, Sherry Fuddrill, Shelley Matthias, Frances Selby, Shelly Thompson. Third row: Rocelle Crabb, Samantha Lehman, Kim Keith, Mrs. Marge Bledsoe. Sharon Wolf and Christy Lippold change bedsheets. First row: Chris Oden, Debbie Bird, Mary Wyck- off, Cindy Wilts, Letrica Puckett, Shawn Mooers, Traci Hodges, Sucora Hameister, Mrs. Bledsoe. Back row: Lisa Jordan, Nicole Jones, Carol Butts, Susan Lemon, Kris Davis, Shawn Weaverling. First row: Kim Buch, Tricia Zuber, Rhonda Graf¬ ton, Tina Chambers, Renee Shedd. Second row: Shellie Branchcomb, Heide Morris, Jennife Jones, Gloria Grother, Felicia Olson, Beth Prindle. Back row: Mrs. Leola Swihart. Angie Benson, Cassan¬ dra Robbins, Susan Young, Toni Bailey, Mary Ann Davis, Lori Hanna. Varsha Roopnarine and Tonya Johnson observing a surgery. 189 Printing is a four semester career area providing students with experiences in composition, com¬ puter typesetting, paste-up, oper¬ ation of tape, automatic platen press, cylinder presses, darkroom work, plate making, single color offset press operation. Students gain the fundamentals for employment in the industry through a wide variety of practi¬ cal experiences in printing skills. Seniors with academic and tech¬ nical competencies are eligible for on-the-job cooperative training experiences. The instructors are Mr. Harsh and Mr. Anderson. Mr. Harsh and Terry Akers run a press. 190 Printing Front row: Chris Kuehler, John Swackhamer, Craig Manner, Dorothy Hawkins, Rod Saltzman, Greg Lev- erette, Gary Titus. Back row: Todd Johnson, Wa Chan Ung, Tom Harvey, John Tyler. Front row: Earl Smith, Marlon White, Jana Valdez. Back row: Terry Akers, Sam Wright, Steve Dill, Gene Achey. Not pictured: Kathy Kuhns, Chris Shenker. Sam Wright types a story on the computer. Mr. Anderson and John Tyler work on the Vander- cook Press. Earl Smith makes a plate. Wa Chan Ung trims a positive. 191 Tin i II Brian George records a song for his show. Shellie McPbearson works on threading the reel to reel. i: jssss i it Radio and Television Production area students learn to operate tel¬ evision cameras, video tape recorders and editors. The stu¬ dents learn how to write and pro¬ duce both radio and TV commer¬ cials. The KDPS-FM radio station is operated by the students. Broadcast journalism is taught with emphasis in news, weather and sports. Television directing and play production are also experi¬ enced. The instructor is Mr. Russ Odegaard. 192 Radio TV Production First row: Tom Woods, Mitch Falkstrom, Brian Cal¬ deron, Ginger Johnson, Terry Watson. Second row: Jack Anderson, Calvin Andrews. David Burkett, Chuck Foster, Paula Thompson, Ginger Kirkwood, Mr. Odegaard, Nicki Thomas. Third row: Rob Tom¬ linson, B.J. Bueford, Samantha Watkins, Tim White. Fourth row: David Harris, Kevin Burton, Billy Green, Brad Slade, Giovanni GuilJermo. Kenneth Brown runs his color camera. First row: Bobbye Wagner, Ervin Stokes, Sherice McCamey. Second row: Robert Bell, Tim Ferrell, Kelley Griffith, Dawn Herman, Kenneth Brown. Third row: Tina Helm, Shellie McPhearson. Fourth row: Marty Gookin, Brian George, Chad Chapman, David Countryman. 193 The Sheet Metal core area teaches students how to use power and hand-operated tools, machine drafting (pattern development) and basic math. The core area also prepares students for apprentice¬ ships in sheet metal. The instructor is Mr. Stan Hall. David BalJentine and Rodney Gill scribe and cut a heat duct. David Ballentine, Troy Speed and Mr. Hall cut sheet metal. Mr. Hall demonstrates to a stu¬ dent how to make a split seam. 194 Sheet Metal % ' 1 ® v , - , - ( ■ Mr. Hall fits a heat duct. Rodney Gill, Troy Speed and David Ballentine put up heating vents. David Ballentine cuts sheet metal. Thomas Nall forms sheet metal. Rodney Gill and Troy Speed put up heating vents. Rodney Gill measures sheet metal. 195 Michelle McConaughy sews. James Higgins irons. Textile and Fashion Arts teaches the techniques of sewing con¬ struction. developing creativity and understanding in relation to the textiles and fashion indus¬ tries. The course provides a var¬ iety of practical experiences for students to explore their shills in sewing, fashion, and design. The program begins in the junior year developing sewing skills, along with exploring the world of fashion and the career opportuni¬ ties that are available in the area. The senior year starts with develop¬ ing tailoring skills used in the making of fi n e clothing. Th e second semester is used to study a specific area of interest, such as production sewing, custom sew¬ ing. alterations, home furnishings, drapery, fashion design, mer¬ chandising. Both years are high- lighted by a st udent -produced fashion show of the clothes created. The instructor is Mrs. Marcia Peeler. M i c belle McCona u ghy cut s material. 196 Front row: Loleta Belt, Rochelle Hobbs, Mrs. Peeler, Mary Harvey. Row two: Phonechith Sysaenfflatb, Shellisa Miller. Terry Brassell, Russell jackson, u ie Miller. (Not Pictured: jennie Ritter. Anissa Ander¬ son, Annette Crawford.) Front Row: Kelly Bon well. Lena Caines, Bobbi Jo Hicks, jenny Hibbeler. Second Row: Mrs. Peeler. Michelle Green, Sylvia Butts. Nicki Holt. Michelle McConaughy, Carniela Kellar, Demetra Colton. An Hor. (hot Pictured: Cindy Hines, Lori Bode. Rachell Gunn.) Mary Harvey and Julie Miller work on their tailored suits. Demetra Colton. An Hor, and Nicki Heer use Produc¬ tion Sowing for making color guard uniforms for East High. Students sew uniforms. Bobbi Hicks and Kelly Bonwell iron uniforms. 197 David Groenhoff and Jeffrey Allen Mr. Pilkington watches John Fortune’s technique. 198 Welding is a four semester core area which provides the students with the occupational and techni¬ cal skills to be safe, competent welders according to the accepted standards of the industries in the Des Moines area. Students develop skills in different types of welding such as gas, arc, MIG, TIG, and resistance welding. They also have an opportunity to learn to weld a variety of steels and steel alloys. Skills in blue¬ print reading for the welding trades is included as an integral part of the course. Advanced stu¬ dents may learn to design, layout and fabricate large projects. The instructor is Mr. Pilkington. Dustin Little practices gas welding. Top Left: Jeffery Allen, David Groenhoff, John For¬ tune, Mr. Pilkington, and Dustin Little Joe Rogers. Above: Row 1—Jeff Newell, Brian Klug, Mike Henderson, Mark Holdefer, Mr. Pilkington. Row 2 —Scott Williams, Brian Little, Anthony Holt, and Troy Hiatt. Left: Jeff Newell practices welding a bead. Below Left: Auto mechanics students take supple¬ mental welding. Below Right: Mr. Pilkington and students work on oxylactylene welding. 199 Randy Burkmire marks a piece of siding. Randy Burkmire, Troy Freeborn and Scott Held put up insulation board. 200 Carpentry is a four semester core area in which students will gain knowledge and technical and mechanical skills in preparation for employment in the construc¬ tion industry. Students will study F.H.A. and city building codes and how to obtain building permits. Students will gain valuable on- the-job experience and working skills as they participate in an actual building project. On the building project, students will learn safe use of small and large power tools. Students will learn to use a blueprint as a guide to lay out the total structure. When the students have completed the pro¬ ject, they will have built a total building project that includes footings, wooden foundations, deck framing, wall framing, roof framing, dry wall, shingling, set¬ ting windows and doors, trim¬ ming the inside and the outside of the house. While in carpentry stu¬ dents also learn how carpenters work with excavators, air con¬ ditioning, landscaping, carpet layers, Iowa Power personnel and building inspectors. The instructors are Mr. Terry Pratt, Mr. Russ Fisher, and Mr. Bob Wren. Mike Bowers puts shingles on the Tech House. Wood Trades Front row: Mr. Russ Fisher, Randy Burkmire, Troy Freeborn, David Myers, Matt Boyd, Tran Vanhesm, Jack Johnson, Lora Jackson, David Kimble, Jeff Coffin, Scott Lewiston. Back row: Mr. Bob Wren, Mr. Terry Pratt, Scott Held, Jack Dougherty, Mike Bowers, Terry Deaton, James Alatorre, Gary Meier, Todd Harper. Mr. Fisher and a student rip wood. Tech House under construction. Row 1: Robert Lee, Mike Dickoff, Mike Burkhead, Quang Maymahn, Jeff Patterson, Dale Baldwin, James Harter, Brian Kephart. Row 2: Mr. Bob Wren, Matt Werhewl, John Hutchinson, Paul Willock, Tony Ramos, Louis Swope. Row 3: Mr. Russ Fisher, Mr. Terry Pratt, Simon Alatorre, Harold Agee, Curt Wyman, Thomas Gabaldon, Russ Connett. Curt Wyman setting rip fence on saw. Dale Baldwin and Mr. Wren setting measurements on the saw. 201 Angie Mikesell finds her disk for her computer. The word processing core area provides students with the broad background necessary for success in the changing office. This included much more than key¬ boarding. Areas such as machine transcription, dictation, reprogra¬ phics, basic skills, human relations and management, administrative support services, planning, organ¬ izing, decision making, communi¬ cation, data entry, editing, deleting, moving, list merging and all types of revision of original copy pre¬ pared from longhand, rough draft, and or machine transcription and job seeking skills are just a few of the topics covered. The instructor is Mrs. Smith. Mrs. Smith observes as Dana Por¬ ter types business letters. 202 Cindy Shaffer, Angie Mikesell, Julie Olson, Row 2: Shelly Gunn, Lila Popkes, Sue Bieghler, Bobbi Brady. Deborah Cheatem gets help on the Multi-Mate program from Mrs. Smith. Jennifer Brown and Kathy Breier work on a problem. Word Processing—The new look. Shelly Gunn goes through the print menu. Sone Hathi processes a letter. 203 Last of the Tech Athletes Row 1: Jim Russe 1, . . Smith. Mike Murphy, Deborah Cheatem. Bobbye Wagner. Kor a Meislabn. Debbie Kroll. Erin Ganpat. Brenda Essex. Row 2: Tim Ferre I, Robert Bell. Ken Brown. Mike Mathis. Joe Loumon, Tyrone Moore. Jarl Walters. Jeff Burnes, Pou Nolte. and Terry Akers. Not Pictured- Marty Barine Leslee Carr. Pam Cope. Mike Glenn. • r s. Being a football cheerleader my 11th and 12th grade year was a real challenge. We showed a lot of spirit everywhere we went. If we didn ' t get the victory we wanted, in our hearts we won, because we had all the spirit. Marty Baring I feel that this years team surprised a lot of teams even though our record didn ' t show it, and we deserve only what we ' ve done. ‘ ' As Coach Green says, to be a success in life you have to work hard. Robert Bell Varsity Boys Basketball Even though in football we never won any games, I will never forget the friends I met along the way who never gave up and hung in there every mile of the way. Coach Green always told us, “You re a man a lot longer than a basketball player and when you leave high school, you must be a man out there in the world because its not easy. The thing the team loves about Coach Green is that he loves you as a person first, and a basketball player second. I ' ll miss Tech, the sports and all the good times, whether in winning or losing. Kenneth Brown Cheering has been a highlight in my high school years. It gave me the chance to meet some great people and really support the best school. Tech High. We haven ' t always had number one teams, but we ' ve got the number one people on those teams. After we leave, this building will be titled Central Campus, but my spirit always lies with our school, Tech High. Karla Meislahn Special Mention LesJee M. Carr had been named to the All-State honorable mention second team Metro. Also partici¬ pated in girls Basketball 10-12, Cross Country 12, and Track 12. 205 THE LAST OF TECH ATHLETES TECH Ken Brown Basketball 9,11,12; Football 11-12 Robert Bell Basketball 9-12 Deborah Cheatem Track 9; Basketball 12 Brenda Essex Cross Country 10-12; Track 9-12 Tim Ferrell Football 9-12; Baseball 9-10; Basketball 9-10; Track 12 Mike Murphy Football 9-12; Wrestling 9-11 Terry Akers Tennis 9-12 Tyrone Moore Basketball 9-12 Mike Mathis Basketball 9-12; Baseball 9-12 Mike Glenn Basketball 9-12; Baseball J.J. Smith Wrestling 9-12 Debbie Kroll Basketball 9-12; Tennis 9-12 John Cruchelow Wrestling 9 Erin Ganpat Volleyball 9-12; Tennis 9-12 Joe Lauman Track 9-12; Cross Country 9-12 Paul Nolte Baseball 12; Basketball 10 Leslee Carr Basketball 10-12; Track 9,12; Cross Country 12 Pam Cope Track 9-12; Cross Country 10-11 Bobbye Wagner Basketball 9-10; Volleyball 10-12 Mike Glenn Basketball 11-12 Marty Baring Cheerleading 11-12; Basketball 12 Randy Jones Baseball 12 Todd McCord Baseball 12 The Americans: Row 1, L to R: Becky Hotchkiss, Rose Reeves, Cindy Picray, Sandra Hinojosa, Vicki Beasley. Row 2: Anitra Ackiss, Robyn Cornell, Kelly Liggins, Chris Bruner, Tricia Noble, Tracey Erick¬ son. Row 3: Lori Boucher, Lora See, Commander Karla Meislahn, Asst. Commander Carmelita Daye, Julie Pratt, Kristen Miller, Monica Kelley. THE BLUE KNIGHTS The Blue Knights: Row 1, L to R: Mark Oliver, Corey Ingram, Ban Hoang. Row 2: Randy Boylan, Toby Bozarth, Commander Chris Hensley, Glen Christian, Todd McCord. Row 3: Shawn Carpenter, John Cruchelow, John Sampson, Randy Jones, Eric Riley and Brian Westphal (not pictured). 207 The Americans and Blue Knights drill teams have practiced over 300 hours in the 1985-86 school year. The Americans, who are commanded by Captain Karla Meislahn and First Sergeant Carmelita Daye, are currently using a Russian routine set to the music of Alexander Levsky and choreographed by Dean Alders three years ago. The Blue Knights, who are commanded by First Lieutenant Chris Hensley, are still using the same drill since the past 12 years despite minor changes. Both drill teams have traveled to many states in the United States including Chicago, Illinois; Dallas, Texas; San Diego, California; Lincoln, Nebraska; Culver and Portage, Indiana; Virginia, New Orleans; Washington DC; and South Carolina. Although both drill teams have had their ups and downs, they continue to thrill audiences with their spectacular performances and are champions at heart. Students in Leadership, L to R. front row: ShelJie McPherson. Debbie Kroll, Julie Glenn, back row: Mr. Lowell Long, SIL sponsor and Mike Mathis. Office Education of America, L to R: Jennifer Brown, Julie Glenn, Michelle Mitchell, Kim Remster. JROTC Rifle Team (Tech members) Todd McCord and John Cruchelow 209 VICA SAFETY CONGRESS Health Services along with VICA members imple¬ mented the Safety Youth Congress. Tech High Blood Drive, Walk-American, also Health Week at the malls. Students who have been actively involved in these activities are: Diane Albright. Tracy Benda, Sue Bieghler, John Crutchelow, Vicki Ellis, George Higgins, Roxanna Hopkins, Mike Jose. Randi Logan, Michelle McDowell, Karla Meislahn, Rasamy Mila, and Natasha Thomas. We would like to thank you all for you for the help and time you have given us. 210 TECH TALENT SHOW 1986 The finalists Tech Teachers at their best Mr. Johnson and his accomplice Jeff Burnes and Jarl Walters Tom Gabaldon 211 HOMECOMING COURT 1986 1st row: Julie Glenn, Marty Baring, Tina Helm, and Shellie McPherson. 2nd row: Mike Mathis, Tim Ferrell, David Garcia, and Mike Murphy 214 TECH SCENES 215 WolVi ; ! . • 1 0 f ' r ' Ooj ' 3 ' - 1 J H r ' ih , fexXOQ 7 jS4£ tpty -ri 7 co tHC «a ' TIaioA (mm __7k Cc: Pt Ko Lcr j-ou: £ 7chMj-P a % ' 7 i C ' r- e? -r X el3 s vO J(i ..i£i-r-f A V ,., H,i v I)€af )w Deborah Cheatem, Secretary Loleta Belt, Treasurer QA AjQ U sjqjcaAaAjq uSojouvAu AJ Drew Jill Fisher Debbie Kroll Shelly McPherson Brian George Jim Tull is The class officers and executive board planned activities for the senior class. These activities were the senior breakfast, prom, senior trip, special events and graduation ceremonies. These happenings are most important for the seniors. The elected leaders of the class hope the senior activities resulted in happy memories for the Tech 1986 graduating class. John Young 219 Acheson, Jeff - Pep Club; Mathematics Award, Comp ' ater Programming Achey, Gene - Printing Acosta, Denny -Band 9,10,12; AERO Club; Studentynion; Honor Roll 9-11; Jazz Band 9,10; Aviation. Akers, Terry - Tennis 11-12; Printing 9-12 Alatorre, Carla - Executive Secretary Alatorre, Simon - Carpentry Albright, Diane - VICA 11; Health Services 11,12; Nursing 10; Health Services 10-12 Anderson, Christopher - Soccer 11,12; Aviation Anspach, Patricia - SlL 11-12; Central Campus Hasp. 10- 12 Honor Roll 11-12; Accounting Specialist B Baccam, Phommarinh - Accounting Speciali . Baring, Marlene Denise - Basketball 9,12; Ch ' eyieading 11,12; Let¬ ters Received Cheerleading 11,12; Pep Club 11; TSU, Dr$ma Club 11; Chorus 9; Courtwarming 1986; Debutante 1986; Centrj i Campus Hosp. 11-12; Food Services , Be, Oune - Auto Mechanicsl Terry Akers Carla Alatorre Simon Alatorre Diane Albright 220 Phommarinh Baccam Marlene Baring Keith Becton Robert Bell Patricia Anspach Christopher Anderson ' iff’ ■■ i V Bean, Andy - Auto Mechanics Becton, Keith C. - S L 11; TSU 9; Food Services Belt, Loleta - Drama Club 10-11; TSU 10-11; BAG l2; Tech Club 12; Honor Roll; Textile and Fashion Arts 10-12; Radio and Television 10; Senior Class Treasurer Bell, Robert - Basketball 9-12; Letter Winner 11-12; TSU; Courtwarming, Commercial Art, Radio and T.V. Benda, Randy - Auto Mechanics Benda, Tracy - VICA 10-12; Pep Club 10-11; TSU 9-11; Letters Received: VICA, Cheerleading 10, Football Man¬ ager 11-12; Senior Executive Board 12; Health Services 10-12 Q Bieghler, Sue - VICA 10-12; Central Campus Hasp. 12; TSU 9; Practical Nursing 9-10; Child Care 11; Word Pro¬ cessing 12 Bird, Loree - ROTC 9-12; Agri-Business . Blakley, Cynthia - Executive SeCTetory Boun, Theung - Aviation y Bowers, Mike - Carpentry ' 1 A Vgf. .1 if Burnett, Deanna - Child Care Brassell, Terry - Textile and FashiorP Arts Butler, Brenda - Commercial Photography Cahil, Katherine -Letter Winner For Boys Track Manager ; Cef al Campus Hasp. 11; Commercial Art Carico, Mike - Diesel Carr, Leslee - Basketball 10-12; Track 9- 12; Cross Country 12; Volleyball 11; Softball 12; 2nd Team Metro, Letter Winner For Basketball, Hononorable Mention State, Cross Country, Track; Pep Club 9-11; Drama Club 9-11; Central Campus Hasp. 10-12; TSU 9-11; Execu¬ tive Secretary, Grandview College Carter, Kirk - Painting and Decorating Caudill, Jim - Carpentry Chapman, Chad - Radio and ' Mlevision Cheatem, Deborah - Track 9; asketball 12; Lettermans Club 9; Pep Club Ifk TSU 10-11; Drama Club 10-11; Central Cam¬ pus Hasp. 12;lClass Secretfijry 12; Word Processing Sp qmlist ristian, Glen Aiddtion Kenneth Brown Theodore Burkett fr. Connett, Loretta Lynn - ROTC 9-103 Choreline Commander 9, Bh kmart’s-S: Rifles 9, National Championship Drill Team 10, First Place Drill Team, ROTC Class Commander 9-10; TSU 9-10; Cen¬ tral Campus Hosp. 12; Accounting Specialist Cope, Pam - Cfoss ' Country 9-11; Track 9-12; Letter Winner Track 9-12, Cross Country 9-li; Pep Club 9-11; Central Campus Hosp. lffl2; TSU p Countryman, David - TSU; BAC; Radio and Television p Crawford, Annette - Textile and Fashion Arts Cl !C ||ibelow, John - ROTC Drill 9-12, Rifle Team 9-12; Wrestling 11; Letter Winner ROTC Drill 10-12; ROTC Rifle Team 10- 12; VICE 11-12; TSU 9; AERO Club 10- 12; SIL, Blue Knights, Aviation D Daggett, David - Honor Roll 9-12; Taleatited and Gifted 10,12; Electronics Dain ’Roger - Auto Mechanics Randy Burkmirc Sandy Burkmire Deanna Burnett Jeffrey Burns to mtafn jbb sJyiJs. scly l.’ hatey because that’s vfhe t the name is. piad®. As part of t this! special plate. Tech the Tim Burnsworth Fisher, Cindy Penn - Football 9-12; Base¬ ball 9-10; Basketball 9-10; Letter Winner For Football 11-12; Radio and Television Fisher, Deanna - Child Care Fisher, Jill - Pep Club 1 DECA 11-12; Letter Winner Pejf Club 10; BAG 10-12; TSU 10-11; E) n9 Board 12; Mar¬ keting y Fongdara, Ampha - Auto Mechanics Freeborn, Troy - Golf 1i -J £g ered 10- 12; Carpentry Gabaldon, Tom - Carpentry Ganp at, Purwantie - ileyba-12; Tennis 9-12; Letter Winner Volleyball 10- 12, Tennis 9-12; Pep Club 10; Accounting Specialist Garcia, David - R OTC Physical Achievement Award 10; Honor Roll 9-12; Homecoming Cotirt 11, Mr. Tech 12; Industrial Electricity Garrett, Rodney - Lettered in Band 9; Honor Moll 11; Electronics Garsh, Sandra - Executive Secretary Kirk Carter Jim Caudill Chad Chapman Glen Christian Deborah Cheatem Loretta Lynn Connett m Kimberly Coulter George, Brian - Radio and Television Gero, Jeff - United States National Mathematics Award; Computer Pro¬ gramming Gibson, Danny - Carpentry Glens, Jnlie -•Ex sst e Secretary Gle ns,� Mjke - Fand Serv c Gray, Carlene TC 9 0; TSU 9-11; Central Campus H pj; AtHprican Drill Team 9; Food Strvices Donald f Sheet Metal ! Hanian, Cynthia - DE Mdrketingl Harper, Tiffany - Softball 10; Chijd Care Harvey, Mary - Textile and Fashion Arts Hathi, Sone - Word Processing Held, Scott - Carpentry Helm, Steven L. - Cross Country 10; Track 12; Letter Winner Cross Country 10; Drill Team 10; TSU 10-11; Photo¬ graphy 227 V,. Vv.. David Daggett I feel that the teachers at Tech are some of the best Des Moines. Not to say that there are not a fejv apples, but in eneraJ the teachers car more about the students in some courses. J wouid have never made it without the help and encouragement given ' jb me By my instructors. The one teacher that really stands out in ify mind is Richard Ciark. I have found that he really goes out of is way to help thos i yho neeid it. He is one of the teachers that are here to teach and not u e alot of fime oa other less important activities. Thank you Mi Cjw ' k and the st of the excellent Tech faculty, —Jeff Gero -tiJi Helm, Tina - Track 9, Drill Tbam 9-10; ROTC 9-ll;ijj ootball Man¬ ager 12; American Drill Tean Natigng] Champions 10; Pep Club 9-10;fChoruj 9-10; TSU 9-iiQ; RQTC Physical Achievement Award 10; Homecoming Qu$en IJi; HomeCpming Court 11; Honor Roil !(?- 12; KDPS Radio Of p-1 Radio and Television 9-12; Photography jl 1 II-I 2 i ' — eihsley, Chris - etterectin Drill Team 10-12; fftOTC 9-12; Blue knights12; Boys State American Legion A.ward, FW Leader¬ ship Award) Blue Knights Commander, Diesel,Mechanics 10-12 Higgins. (%orge - Health Services Hill, Amy - Painting and Decorating Hill, Jeffrey - DE Marketing Hines, Cyathia - Textile and Fashion Arts _ Hobbs, Rochelle - Honor Roll 9-11; Comme cial rt 10; Textile and ashi6d Arts 11 12 ° opkins, Roxanna - Health Services 11 asman, Scott - Wf fiirig B-10; Drafting Houston, Teresa - Printing Dan Dershem David Dew Steve Dill Janet Dingeman George Douglas A I Drew Victoria Ellis Hunter, Charlene - Child Care ’x Hutchinson, John - Wrestling 10; Carpentry Cabinet Making Hutchinson, Kim - Softball 10; Nursing 10-11; Child Care 12 J Jackson, Russell - Textile and Fashion Arts Johnson, Saauel - Printing ‘1 Jones, Randy - Aviation __ Jose, Mike - Health Services ' i J .• Kamm, Steve - Auto Body Kern, Daniel Jr. - Football 9-10; Letter Winner For Foo all 9-10; Honor Roll 9-10; Accounting Spec.; Food Services Kinney, David - Food Services KroII, Debbie - Basketball 9-12; Tennj -12 ; ftball 9-12; Lettered in Basketball 11-42, Tennis 9-12, Softball 11-12; Central Campus Hasp.; SIL 11-12;, Honor Roll 9-12; Court warming 9; TSU 9-10; Technician Staff tl-12; Lettermans Club 9; OEA 11; Executive Board 12; Accounting Spec. Kuhns, Kathy - Printing Kyle, William - AERO Club 10-12; ROTC 9-10; Aviation 10-12 Brenda Essex 229 0-12 etter ! Drill Place o-“l. !las§ : Meislahn, Karla Americans Drill Teamed-12r Wi nlr For Cheerleading 11-1 ma ff-lt ommat TfOf First S acf t I(s� vva StotlPri; Club BA li-12; S L 11-1|; TSU O-ll; 4-President; Healkf _ rv1ces MUei) Rasamy Upward ' Bound, Honor 9-10; Health Services N ir, Bruce - Footbap lO; Food Services ' ' Miller, Mike - Track ,- Soccer 11; Letter Winner For Tfl 10; DECA; Photo ' ' : graphy; Home Remodeling Miller, Shellisa - Basketball 9-11; Drama Club 9-10; Tribute To ' Tech 12; Honor ' Roli 9; KoppofAlpha P i Fraternity 9 ; Computer ogrammina 12: Textile «hiOft Arts 10-12 - CS Mitchell, Michele - ExA iye Secretary Mo(Ore, Tyro v askotball 10-1 ; !St ]0tg 11-1 f; L«ter Wini f r as- keWmli ftfomt Fioll 10-127 ' Sle ironics Morse, Robert r jScl .untlilfi Specialist 31 Cindy Penn Fisher Jill Fisher Troy Freeborn Purwantie Ganpat David Garcia - 1 1 I - ‘ ir , ! ■ -- il li II i lii iii —-A i ' -- — = 1 1- Tom Gabaldon Rodney Garrett Jeff Gero —iTrack 9-12; Cross Coun try 9.-l Lbitet Wfnn r For Cross Coun¬ try 9-12j rack 9- 2r l ntral Campus Hosp. 11 2; Band 9-10;, {} 9; Chpms 9; tbaJI Trainer 12; Agn-Bu e Le , Robert - Carpentry ' Lewis, Barb - Child Qare ' ' Liggins, Kell -, tirieflm Letter Winner ll-l ' ir OEA 1; JROTC 9-12; Rifle Team 11; Amfricans 10-12; Stenography ' Ll j t M m, Charles - Food S rvicos-. Lippold, Christine Advanced Nurses 11; Honor Roll 10-11; TSU l6-ll; Central pus Hosp. 10-12; Pep Club 11; Basketball 9-10; Practical Nursing Loffredo, Samantha - Fopdj rvices Logan, Randi - Tracks ®; VJCA 11-12; DEC A 12; TSU 9; Food Serjfices; Health fA rvices van, Chanthavone - Accounting Spe- Ifliist : ;,:;Luong, Pe - Accounting Specialist van, Pathana - Food Services - ' o- ons, Aretha - Printing Massengale, Tracy - Executive Secretary Mathis, Mike - Football 10; Basketball 9- 12; Baseball 9-12; Letter Winner in Basket¬ ball 11-12; Baseball 9-12; Honorable Men¬ tion All Metro Sophomore Year Baseball; SIL; Carpentry 9-11 McPherson, Shellie - Cheerleading 10-12; Letter Winner, Five In Cheerleading And Two In Pep Club; TSU 11-12; SIL; Central Campus Hasp.; Pep Club 10-11; TSU Vice Pres. 11; Senior Executive Board; Radio and Television McAuley, Karl - Auto Mechanics McCord, Todd - JROTC 9-12; Commander 12, Rifle Team 10-12, Commander 11, Blue Knights 11-12, MCJROTC Outstanding Cadet Award 11; Scholastic Excellence Award 9-12; Honor Roll 9-12; SIL 11; Let¬ tered In Rifle Team, And Drill Team; Com- g-puter Programming McDowell, Michelle - Letter Winner In i Band 9; SIL 11-12; VICA 11-12; Chorus 9; Band 9; Health Services 232 Amy Hill Cynthia Hines Cheerleading, football games, basket¬ ball games, lunch time, passing period, cjass activities, and associating with friends in the hall are some of the memorable things I’ll remember about Tech. My first year at Tech was a big expe¬ rience for me. It was just like starting into a new world. But as the years went by I reached the goals I had set and I had achieved in my leadership. If it wasn’t for the help of the students and faculty I don’t think that my goals and my leader¬ ship would have been set. —Marty Baring L Murphy, Mike - Foafball 9-12; Wrestling 9-11; Letter Winner For Football 11-12, For Wrestling 9-11, For Pep Club 11; SIL 11; Homecoming Attendant 12; Home¬ coming Finalist 9-11; Honor B,oll 9,11; Industrial Electricity 9-11 Myers, David L. - Carpentry Myers, David M. - Radio and Tele sion . 1 N ,i Nall, Thomas - Sheet Metal Mlj| Nixon, Doug - Food Services Noble, Patricia - Executive SecretaryuB Nbltf, Paul - Basketball 10; Bas eballT SIL; Accounting Specialist ' ii , I Lorraine - Commercial i rt 10; Painting and Decorating 11 Olgren, Mark - Auto Body Oliver, Mark - Letter Winner For ROTC Drill Team National Champions Blue Knights 10-12; Welding 10-11 Orr, Teresa - Food Services Overton, Judy - Central Campus Hasp.; Nursing 10 Overton, Kenneth - Carpentry — P Paterno, Dominic - Football 10, Indus- trmi Electricity 9-11 Patterson, Jeffrey - Carperttry. Patterson, WiUjani - Aviation Pazzi, Tony - Printih I- Penenger, Brian Auto fhephanim Phabmixay, Silviloy vJl ward flolund. Honor Roll 9-il; SIL; InJ Tb i5% Of Senior Class, AbCpdnting Sp c, s , Pool, Sandy Commercial Photdgraph)M Commercial Art t Porter, Dana - Bosi i bai] 9-11; ROTC 9 11; Word Processing Purcell, Janes - Auto Mechanics R il ' hon ' ommer- 1 Randolph, Mark - Wrestling!©; cial Art Reighard, Dorn - Auto Mechanics Reimers, Michelle - Central Campus Hasp. 12; Child Care 11 Remster, Kimberly J. - OEA 12; Central Campus Hasp. 12; Honor Roll 12; Home¬ coming Committee 12; Prom Committee 12; Chorus 9; Senior Activities Commit¬ tee 12; Computer Programming 10; Exec¬ utive Secretary 10-12 Ritter, Jennie - Textile And Fashion Arts Roberts, Edward - Footf}aII 10, EJec- tronics Robinson, Diana - Executive Secret Tech High has given me greatldxpip;- riences which I think I would norftW§ learned at any other Metro high sch I$. I have also learned a great sen e of responsibility. t will always cherish the great friends aifd wonderful memories. Tech High sure will be missed by me and everyone else% ' —Bobbye Wagner Scott Hosman John Hutchinson Russell Jackson Kim Hutchinson Randy ones Debra Kroll L Kathleen Kuhns William Kyle foe Lauman Robinson, Dewayne - DE Ii Iarketing Russell, Janies - Wrestling 9-12; Football 11-12; Track and Field 9; Letter Wiftner For Footbali 11-12, For Wrestling 11-12; AERO Club 9-12; SIL 11-12; ROTC Drill Team 10; Rifle Team 9-10; Aviation Schnathorst, Seiberling, Richard - Food Services Shade, Steve - Baseball 9; Track 9-10; Pep Club 9; Auto Mechanics Shenker, Christine - Printing Sinclair, Janell - Swimming And Diving 9-12; Cbeerleading 11; Letter Winner For Swimming Anct Diving 9,10,12, For Cheerleading 11; Advanced Nurses Aid Certificate; Academic Sports Award; Honor Holl 9-12; Nursing H Singlebln, Jerrett - Central Smith, Earl - Printing T Smith, James - Sheet Mktel Smith, Pat - Central Campus Hasp.; Auto Mechanics _ v like - Commercial Art WOMEN, The thing that I liked best about going to Tech High Sejkool was that we met all different kinds of students from different high schools anff different parts of Des Moines. I learned a lot of good things at Tech, not just tflUngs that can be taught in a classroom, and learning was fun. It’s too bad that the people with the money and power didn’t realize what they were doing when they closed Tech High School. May the memory of Tech High School live on. ' ' Mij a ' CSenn 235 Robert Lee Barbara Lewis Kelly Liggins Steltzer, Charles - Diesel Mechanics Stittsworth, Scott - Auto Mechanics Stokes, Ervin - Football 9-10; Radio and Television Swan, Annette - Softball 10; DECA 11-12; Central Campus Hasp. 11-12; SIL 11-12; Practical Nursing 10; Word Processing 11; DB Marketing 11-12 Sysaenglath, Phamechith - Textile and Fashion Arts Mark Lile T Tullis, fames - Drafting U Ung, Wa - Machine Shop V Valdez, Jana - Track; Drama Club; Printing t: ' Vang, True - Machine Shop Vasquez, Stacey - Softball 12; Bowling-12; TSU 11-12; Commercial Art 9- 12 ■I w A Wagner, Bobbye - Basketball 9-10; Track 9-M Volleyball 10-12; Letter Winner For Volleyball 12; SIL Ilf TSU; Drama Club 10-12; Pep Club 11; Radio And Television Walters, Jarl - Tracis9,1(1,12; Letter Winner for Track 10,Honor Roll 9; Central Campus Hasp. 11-12; Electronics Charles Lint hie uni Christine Lip paid Kari Lovelace Pe Luong Aretha Lyons Mike Mathis Chanthavone Lovan Randi Logan Watkins, Bill - Letter Winner For Pep Club 11; Central Campus Hosp. 11-12; Junior Achievement; Aviation Weeter, Robbie - Diesel Mechanics Weible, Nancy - DECA 12; Central Campus Hosp. 11-12; OEA 12; Accounting Specialist OWheatley, Scott - Auto Body White, Marlon - Wrestling 9-10; Printing Wiand, Randy - Machine Shop “ Wicker Jim - Track 9; Letter Winner ForTrack 9; Pep QJub 11; Electronics Willock, Jim - Auto Body Willock, Paul - Carpentry And Cabinet Making Wollery, Alonzo - Track 9,12; Baseball 12; Letter Winner For Track 9]l2; TSU 9-11; Central Campus Ha Sp. 11-12; Pep Club 9-11; Execu¬ tive Board Member 12; Honor Roll 9,lf.l2; Computer Programming, Accounting Specialist P Wright, Darryl - Food Services Wright, Graden Kyle - Iowa AERO Club 10-11; ROTO 9-10; Avia¬ tion 10-12 During my four years at Tech I have experienced some spectacu¬ lar things. I came here mainly because of JROTC, but as time went by I saw that there were more opportunities than at my home high-school. Being here at Tech is a gift. i —Carmelita Daye My four years at Tech have been a good experience. One of the things I remember most is going out to work at the job site every day in Carpentry. Another thing is how caring the faculty is. One thing I will always appreciate is the specialization of the career area s. “ _Jf ,— , Paul Nolle Wright, Sammy Printing Yang, Pai Accounting Specialist Yang, Ton Electronics [ Young, John Pep Club 11, Central Cam- puB Hasp. Il-i2, TSU 9-11, Data Processing Young, Kevin Aviation Young, Michael M. DECA 12, SIL 11-12, Central Campus Hasp. 10-12, Public Service Letter 11, Account¬ ing Specialist 10-12 It is a special privilege to be one of the last graduating students from Des Moines Technical High School. The last four years at ech have l n | enjoyable for me. I’v liked the entk,u l siasm and encouragement of rri . teachers and fellow classmates. The will always be a special filling about Tech and all my special teachers and friends.. ' irfcia Am Karl McAuley Todd McCord Sean McSwain Karla Meislahn Bruce Miller Julie Miller Mike Miller Michelle Mitchell when I came to Tech in 1982, I didn’t know what to expect. I was scared of high school. I had no friends, and no teachers I kpew. Afte awhii tiynade many friends, got .to know the teachers, and the fear was gone. I am proud to be part of the Class of ’86, the graduating class of Des MoiQeS ' j h. WejJehad the best stu¬ dent bo Sipd tnejfocu hy. If I had to gq ib school again, T would choose ? iTech. I will never forget the times peHtyhere. IjuTill always cherisJ the memory of Tech. Chris Hensley In the past four years that I have attended Tech, it has Taught me a great deal of responsibilityiindjeadar- ship, I have met great frierids aM liad a lot of great times f will aVwa cher¬ ish the great qie ' mor s of Wy high school years,heAe jft Dei Technical High School. nes ■� Bobbye J. Wagner ”Silk’’K.D.P.S. ■ i- 3 r Since I arrived at Des Moines Technical High School in the 9th grade, I have been rising higher and higher on the leader¬ ship scale. I have been in various groups and organizations that have taught me a lot about responsibility and given me a little extra boost to get through school. The teachers at this school have given me a lot of support as well as the students. My friends and the various acquaintan¬ ces have made these four years fun and rewarding. —Alonzo Woolery In the past three years at Tech many {iHngsThave happened to change tny life. I have learned many valuable things, met a lot of great people and had many good [timCT. I ven though there will be no more _ Tecfc High School many people will have -Ki — fc. - t m Iv p ast four ears at Teen have bfen [v eJ ucatingj fun, and v ill be sojpe- _thing 1 yvill cherish foreVer. I hq l iaarned alot from:si4f6 teache friends, srid all of mj Wfperfcnces from JROTC the Ame ans driTT ' team. ' g6f W ry forTiTnafe to be part of the 1 98 6 fr o m racftn tMen Sehook 4 | Robert Morse Michael Murphy David Myers Thomas Nall Doug Nixon In the conversion o agreat number of o hity. Everyone has inter Campus are not ju are experiencing i Tech-Central Camp I have attended Te widened my horiz could not have dbt In summary, Tech social opportuni Patricia Noble iMy four years at Tech haVe been the best of my schooling. Tberfi’ were so marry fndividimfs who gave rhe help and urged me on. To be able to attend a school such as Paul Nolle Mark Oliver Tech is a happening not many people can imagine. Going to school at Tech and meeting the people who passed through its halls have been an occasion I enjoyed. I just wish that others could have the opportunity . f Tecb coming Central Campus, brings upon pportuni ies to many students from around the — Loretta Lynn Connett ests, andSnany who are attending Tech-Central si thinking about what to do in later life, they t right now. I believe that islwhat separates us from other schools — the vast opportunities. ch-Central Campus for three years f Tid I have ons greatly. I li ave gained knowieiff that I ained if I had reitiained at my home school. .1 remember that , chose to come to Tech because- my friends all chose this school, and I had heard that Tech had -Central Campus holds academif as well as ties not found at one s home high stthool. different people from all areiip of the city, not just from dne particular area. I was amazed to find out about l the varied courses offered at Tech. I also remember myself being so enthukiatti( and excited to be in high school my freshman year with so many older people and new faces to see and meet. V Although it has been auieter with less Teresa Orr Lorraine Oaks w One of the nicest memories I have of Tech High is Mr. John Cooper. Passing by him every morning in his usual posi¬ tion, holding up the wall with his plea¬ sant grandfather-like smile, just made the day lifighter. Seeing him again at the all-Tech Reunion made it a special night. Mr. Cooper is definitely one teacher that I will never forget. Debbie Kroll My four years at Tech have been great, thanks to the teachers. The teachers showed a lot of coring for us. They taught me to be more responsible and dependable. Whenever I didn’tJdo my hnmewnrk,, th ey wd ' uJd always] realize th%t other things were going oain lifdj other than home work. j[J i|j f pw that.ri be ' cj lege for the nex tors like thijO ijg tijTech lliMS urwjc Keh 1 firs j st te fj. Tech, Hlm ught it Wbhld be horing. But, when yoiS anted ' lep, wou ld pl, Q ys tell yoUjJJIf y ' f eep all day you won’t get yv here m Jife.” And so they were right for once Kenneth Overton Dominic Paterno ,ihe past four yea ptTech it has taugh all I’ve enjoyed-bei last graduating clas aiso enjoyecf partici clubs, organizations ' most of all I’ve enfb that the teachers ins which affectedjourJ —Deborah Den Tony Pazzi Tech has been a lot and teachers I’ve had ing. I learned ome part of Tech hasten , and having fun in or had Tech is closing. I ban I could have ure. HI MOM!! rsifnat I have been t me a Jot. FirsXj ng a part of the s froti} Jedi pating W and spo j ed the dfs pline H lied u p ih Brian Penenger of fun. The classes have been interest- things but the best meeting hew ' friends out of class. _ h’s too wish kids y ’u,ng«r enjoyed it in thfe —Doug Nixon im ■ ' V -- ' Sivilay Phabmixay Sandra Pool Dana Porter James Purcell hi my four years-at Tech, I encountered majNmteresting opportunities. When I first cch e, ' thought I wanted to be a chef, hut soon found that I didn’t like cooking all that mu . When my sopti imore year came arouWi, J iefcJy kmv that the school was emptying out. My junior year I found myself in a unique situation. After plh npt many pej pip graduate witho f ajhmen to pni oq. This year has beW- ' ’•i tiwinsvecause of all of tjip nd Jaculty l)dv thtrt with odt us, hd c anyone to teai hspecioJIy gp supi rt the] _ give lisjanc they, mj n’t arouTO. ve Countryman ‘P -’’ “ Coming to Tech as a new student in TTmT later part of my senior year was the best me since I moved out on my own. ffl? sPS faftWStmn ' theft S teacher possesses reveals new s of knowledge that students can e. Other general knoj edge high schools just don’t have t jg- pacity for advancement in specialty trades and| ski(ll!lCTWr T;h pe|B)ip pt Tech are wonderl friendly, and eagej fiei S[jIw%orld around them. I id iariy friWJds in a very short pt ime. I al feJPwish I had come wgirmarmr —Bruce W. ‘d Kim Remster Jennie Ritter Edward Roberts Diana Robinson 244 James Russell Steven Scott Shade Janell Sinclair mm 9r-- r o A ii 1 Nancy Weible Jim Wicker James Willock Paul Willock 246 Kevin Young Michael Young Jr. SENIORS NOT PICTURED Achey, Gene Be, Oune Bean, Andrew Berardi, Daniel Brackett, Bart Burkhead, Michael Barrage, Jessie Byers, Frank Cherry, Thomas Clark, Tammy Countryman, David Crawford, Annette Da, Ouy Edison, Darryl Dougherty, Jack Fisher, Deanna Fongdara, Amphay Gibson, Daniel Glenn, Michael Green, Donald Harvey, Mary Hathi, Sone Hayes, Billie Higgins, George Houston, Teresa Hunter, Charlene Hunter, Naylynn Johnson, James Johnson, Samuel Jose, Michael Kamm, Stephen Kern, Daniel Kinney, David Loffredo, Smantha Luvan, Pathana Massengale, Tracy Myers, David Olgren, Mark Page, Stanley Patterson, William Robinson, Dewayne Seiberling, Richard Shenker, Christine Singleton, Jerrett Smith, Earl Smith, James Smith, Patrick Steltzer, Charles Stokes, Ervin Ung, Wa Vang, Sao Vang, True Wheatley, Scott White, Marlon Wiand, Randy Woolery, Alonzo Wright, Darryl Wright, Sammy THE LAST OF THE 248 250 LAST OF THE TECH SCENES 251 LAST OF THE TECH SCENES Thanks to the Photographers The Tech High Journalism Department would like to express its gratitude for another excellent job done by the photography core area, and its instructor, Mr. Stan Greenwood. We appreciate the consistent job that has been done throughout the years. The Photography students have displayed pride and care in their work which has made this last Tech yearbook the best yearbook. The following students either took pictures for the last Engineer or assisted the journalism staff by printing pictures; Kathie Cahail Mike Rourke Rodney Garrett Tracy Benda Judy Overton Brenda Essex Sandra Pool Steve Shade Jim Wicker Chris Johnson Elaine Bacher Micheal Miller Janet Barzen Kim Bowers Debby Clark Susan Bowers Smith Kinney Fran Cockrell Dan Koenig Kim Earn Bryan Merrifield Kendall Godwin Brad Nelson Damon Hughes Del Van Dorn Brent Poindexter Millisa Westberg Noelle Runyan Troy Wilson Trade Williamson Amy Yoakum Steve Helm Laura Zenian Bob Logston 254 1986 Engi Engineer Editors Lynn Connett Marty Baring neer Staff Sports and News Kenneth Brown Keith Beaton Clips Layouts Technician Editors Kathie Cahail Pat Anspach Correspondence Editor Brenda Essex Ads Dan Dershem Rick Davis Typing Computer Typist Mike Young Deborah Cheatem Marty Gookin Researchers Tom Woods Rob Tomlinson Brad Slade Mitch Falkstrom Jana Valdez Pam Cope Carlene Gray Technician Page Layouts Tracy Benda Sue Beighler Thanks ... The 1986 Tech High journalism staff would like to give special thanks to the Des Moines Register for allowing us to use photos and stories from its papers. We would also like to thank Mr. Carroll Fetters and Mr. George Jefchak for their assistance and cooperation, for without it, this yearbook would not be possible. And, once again, we thank the Tech High Photo¬ graphy Department for its outstanding job. We hope you enjoy this last edition of the Engineer. We extend our apologies for any information that is incorrect, out of chronological order or to anyone who was not included. Last, hut not least, we would like to thank our outstanding editors Lynn Connett and Marty Baring and our very patient and understanding advi¬ sor Mr. John Cebuhar. Photographers Bobbye Wagner Noelle Runyan Steve Helm Bob Logston Proofreaders Kim Hutchinson Leslee Carr Page Layouts Kelly Liggins Susie Buck Bobbye Wagner Ervin Stokes Tim White Jim Quinnett Paula Thompson Kim Bowers Susan Bowers Fran Cockrell Jennifer Corwin Trade Williamson Kim Hutchinson Todd McCord Jeff Falk The Engineer Staff Arlvif nr Mr. John Cebubar Upper Right-Pat Anspach and Katbie Cabail Technician Editors; Marty Baring and Lynn Connett Engineer Editors. Right-Front Row: Tracy Benda, Sue Bieghler, Katbie Cabail, Brenda Essex. Row 2: Tim White, Susie Buck, Marty Baring, Deborah Cheatem, Leslee Carr, Pat Anspach, Ervin Stokes. Row 3: Jim Quinnett, Rick Davis, Bobbye Wagner, Keith Becton. Row 4: Jeff Falk, Mitch Falkstrom, Brad Slade, Tom Woods, Kenneth Brown, Rob Tom¬ linson. Dan Dershem. Lower Right-First Row: Suzie Bowers, Pam Cope, Trade Williamson. Row 2: Mike Young, Kelly Liggins, Noelle Runyan, Kim Bowers, Car- lene Gray. Row 3: Marty Gookin, Fran Cockrell, Bob Logston. Row 4: Steve Helm, Jennifer Corwin. 256 P.M. Journalism Staff 257 Adventures in Journalism PUBLISHER OF THE 1985-86 TECH HIGH SCHOOL YEARBOOK “TECH ENGINEER” 259 2907 Douglas Avenue Des Moines, Iowa 50310 .WILCOMCS YOU...TO.. ristohante -wee 1947 ‘ — ht9ni§(h4 I CiHsiaf — AH 0( Our Food Sp OiUly Prepared For You By Our CMt Rrst In Pizza.. Still The PIZZA KINQt Pick From Tonk OES MOINES MOST COMPLETE ITALIAN-AMERICAN MENU After Theater Supper Complete Carry-Out Service Banquet and PaMy Rooms A aiiaDie Phone Where Celebrities Meet RES. 288-2246 WE ARE DOCKED AT- 277-6663 2400 Ingortoll Dbs Moines OPEN 11 A.M. TO MIONITE • FRI A SAT. TIL 1 A M ■ Z AST DES MOINES National Bank East side banks WARD PHARMACY East 14th Euclid 265-1431 8 AM - 6 PM Mon.-FrI. 9 AM - Noon Sat. 2501 E. Walnut South East 14th Indianola 244-6677 9 AM - 5:30 PM Mon.-FrI. 9 AM - Noon Sat. 262-5615 East Univ. Hubbell 265-1684 9 AM - 5:30 PM Mon.-FrI. 9 AM - Noon Sat. 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Iowa 5031 3 Congratulates The PAUL KORDICK FORD BUS PHONE 288-8531 RES PHONE 262-3282 Class of 86 Do Business With I £.iv£.y ord, One. EAST 4th and grand DES MOINES. IOWA 50309 DEWEY VUKOVICH PRESIDENT OFFICE 282-2828 Engineer Advertisers — They Do Business With Us 266 Hiland Park Hardware Co. Milt Kitty Wheeler Van Ginkel 3613-6th Avenue Des Moines, Iowa 50313 515 244-0443 Window Screen Repair • Complete Locksmith Service S) A e ic 2208 Ingersoll Ave. Telephone (515) 244-7718 Des Moines, Iowa 50312 ' A good place to take a leak Quality Radiator, Inc. Truck - Tractor - Industrial - Auto Complete Cooling System Sales Service Radiators Heaters Cleaned - Repaired - Rebuilt - New Aluminum Radiators Condensers Gas Tanks Cleaned • Repaired - Sealed C HI C K McBl RNEV 1728 E. CJrand (rear) (515) 266-5299 Des Moines, lA 50316 PARK FLORIST 3221 E. 14TH ST. DES MOINES, IOWA 50316 JON’S SERVICE 2742 East University Des Moines, Iowa 50317 FRESHEN FLOWERS . ■ . ■ FRESHEK IDEAS (515) 266-7399 Ph. 266-3286 JON GOWEN TERRY WALES A COMPLETE ART SERVICE • Design _• Layout • Type Specification • Illustration • Finished Art • Photography • Art Direction • Retouching • Printing Service caiiRTTO a LANG CLEANERS 2526 E. University Ave. — Phone 266-0B20 Tony Ramwio 267 The following Alumni he Robort Beard Class of J952 Vice President and partner of Genquip Corp. Indianapolis, Indiana Donald Burns Atended Tech 1950-1951 Jo Burns Class of 1953 Alan C. Combs Marilyn Frost Blank Class of 1953 Teacher and Paramedic Tempe, Az. 268 Jane Cox Class of 1951 Secretary of AGRI Industries Norwalk, Iowa oed finance the Engineer J Vera Butts Class of 1976 Des Moines, la. Janies Walter Davis Class of 1963 BT 1st Class USN Aboard the USS FLINT Rick Elliott Class of 1983 William A. Evans Class of 1962 Administrative manager of Ford Motor Company Ontario, Canada George T. Edwards Class of 1960 Owner of Art Board II Des Moines, Iowa 269 270 The Following Alumni He Kirk Cathercole Class of 1969 Iron worker Des Moines, Iowa Richard Lang Class of 1981 United States Marine Corps Steve Jeglum Class of 1964 Expediter for Eaton- Leonard Co. Glenna (Hutchinson) Kern Class of 1974 Secretary at D.M. Stamp Mfg. Des Moines, Iowa ped Finance The Engineer June Sondall Class of 1962 Job Insurance Specialists II Urbandale, Iowa Frank Squires Class of 1957 Sales Engineer for Eagle Iron Workers Des Moines, Iowa Rebecca Rosenbaum Class of 1984 Government Secretary, Federal Building Des Moines, Iowa R.D. Stoneking Class of 1953 T.W.A. Airline Pilot Gladstone, MO 271 The Following Alumni Hel 272 Betty Thompson Class of 1976 In Memorium Jimmy Wall Class of 1950 Liaison Officer for Des Moines Schools L. John Wilson Kim Walters Class of 1983 Secretary for U.S.D.A. Soil Conservation Service Des Moines, lowo Duane P. Ward Class of 1965 ped Finance The Engineer John Deere Workers Left To Right: Robert Razor, Class of 1954, Maintenance Department: Richard Witte, Class of 1961, Tool Room Machinist: Donovan Jones, Class of 1969, Pipe Fitting, Heating Ventilation: George Wells, Class of 1972, Tool Room Machinist: Mike Losee, Class of 1970, Tool Room Machinist: Daniel Garza, Class of 1971, Pipe Fitting. Heating Vent Hat ion: Ivan Parsons, Class of 1958, Tool Die Maker Theodore J. Nemmers: 1967: Special Education Teacher at East High. Margery M. (Nemmers) Bohmke: 1962: nsuranc 4 Representative for medicare at Mercy Hospital Medical Center. Mary M. (Nemmers) Gray: 1964: Data Entry oper¬ ator for Job Service of Iowa. Diana K. (Weber) Nemmers: 1967: Sales clerk at Stitch and Frame. Gerald A. Nemmers, 1966: City Traffic and Transportation. John Deere Workers Front Row: Tony Caponigro, Class of 1966, Maintenance Planner; Robert Boling, Class of 1966, Tool Die Maker: Steve Patterson, Class of 1966, Tool Die Maker; Payl Hayden, Class of 1954, Carpenter: George Becker, Class of 1959, Tool Die Maker; 2nd Row, Left to Right: Norman Reeves, Class of 1954, Tool Die Maker; Fred Bobenhouse, Class of 1946, Tool Die Maker: Gene Cross, Class of 1961, Maintenance Planner: Steve Thompson, Class of 1960, Tool Die Maker: Lonnie Overton, Class of 1957, Tool Die Maker: Elmo Shoemaker, Class of 1954, Tool Die Maker: David Utterback, Class of 1959, Machine Repairmen: 3rd Row, Left to Right: Dave Thomsen, Class of 1972, Tool Die Apprentice: Norman Mcune, Class of 1966, Tool Die Apprentice: Dudley Lukehart, Class of 1955, Tool Die Maker; THE FOLLOWING ALUMNI HE George Conn, Class of 1952, Service Manager at Hicklin G.M. Power Co. Ralston, NE Shirley Ann (Conn) Avon, Class of 1958, travel clerk for the military processing station at Ft. DM Indianola Betty Jane (Conn) Guinetti, Class of 1961, attending 11 of I, Iowa City, lA Richard L. Conn, Class of 1967, Trooper with the Iowa State Patrol, Osceola, lA Robert D. Davis Class of 1977 Service Manager at Aces Copy Systems, K.C., MO Craig A. Davis Class of 1979 Auto Mechanic at Wright Chevrolet, Carlisle, lA Top Row, Left to Right: Jon Cope, Class of 1963, printer for Preferred Risk Sue (Cope) Warne, Class of 1964, Child Care Food Program Coordinator Allen Cope, Class of 1968, Sales Manager for Taylor Industries Bottom Row, Left to Right: Mark Warne, Class of 1984, Pressman at Copy Center East Pam Cope, Ciass of 1986, Food Services Core Area Keith Warne, Class of 1985, Employed by Todd Corporation Stephanie Daye Class of 1984 Specialist 4 U. S. Army Fort Ordica Traci Daye Class of 1983 Executive Secretary DM Public Schools 274 ed Finance The Front Row, L to R: Marcia Kay (Ekiov) Deal, Class of 1979, Emery Air Freight employee Janese Marie (Ekiov) Ketman, Class of 1972, Burlington Air Express employee Sandra Lee (Ekiov) Lint, Class of 1967 2nd Row, L to R: Kevin Michael Ekiov, Class of 1985, attending Des Moines Area Commun¬ ity College Robert Floyd Ekiov, Class of 1975 Manager of Kinman Glass; Des Moines L to R: Cory Freeborn, Class of 1985, college; Dixie (Wilson) Freeborn Class of 1964, Asst. Administrator at Bankers Life Troy Freeborn, Class of 1986 Back; Lloyd Freeborn, Class of 1964, Asst. Engineer at Swift Ind. Co. Engineer L to R: Ken Fisher, Class of 1984, Carpenter for Cosgriff Construction, Des Moines Jill Fisher, Class of 1986 Pat Fisher, Class of 1965, homemaker and typist Jeff Fisher, Class of 1982, college student and computer operator for Bankers Life. Carolyn Sue (Oyler) Rowles, Class of 1966, Clerical Core Area Sons: Jeffery Gero, Class of 1986, Computer Programming Core Area Brian Gero, Sophomore at Central Campus, Aviation Core Area. 275 The Following Alumni H L to R: Mrs. (Anna Martin) Stuart Hall, Class of 1963; Stuart Hall, Class of 1962, Aviation; Stanley Hall, Tech High Sheet Metal Instruc¬ tor 1980-1986; Kevin Hall, Class of 1974, Self- employed machinist; Shannon Hall, Class of 1984. L to R; Tiffany Harper, Class of 1986; Joseph Harper, Class of 1965, Plumber Steamfitter, Des Moines. L to R: Nancy (Gliem) Kelly, Class of 1983, Joanne Hatfield, Class of 1953, husband Gene. Bel- Secretary; Shawn A. Kelly, Class of 1983, levue, Nebraska. Draftsman. 276 ped Finance The Engineer Dr. Judy (Monk) Richardson, Class of 1961, Vice Principal D.M. Tech, James Carl Monk, Class of 1962, Educational Coordinator, U.S. Army. Jerry Murphy, Class of 1955; Jerry Murphy II, Class of 1976, Jim Murphy, Class of 1977, Mike Murphy, Class of 1986. Reinetta Moore, Class of 1981, College Student. Alonzo Rene Moore, Class of 1978, U.S. Army James Moore, Class of 1976, U.S. Air Force. 277 The Following Alumni He L to R: Norman E. Page, Class of 1956; Trade Jo Page, Class of 1982. L to R: William (Bill) Reeves, Class of 1981, Airplane and Power-plant Mechanic, Houston, Texas; Norman Reeves, Class of 1954, Tool and Die Maker for John Deere Des Moines, Iowa; Russell Reeves, Class of 1982, Kwik Shop, Des Moines, Iowa. 278 Larry Pool, Class of 1959, ‘‘Graphic Artist” for Iowa State Conservation Commission; David Pool, Class of 1985, attending college; Sandra Pool, Class of 1986. Mary Reece, Class of 1949, Des Moines, Iowa; Dan L. Reece, Class of 1976, Tampa, Florida. Iped Finance The Engineer Jay M. Samuelson, Class of 1975, Opera¬ tions Manager for Terminal Services Inc. Jeff K. SamueJson, Class of 1979, Domestics Manager for Sanger Harris, Arlington, Texas. Jon C. Samuelson, Class of 1976, Benefits Consultant for Wyatt Company, Phoenix, Arizona. Joel T. Samuelson, Class of 1980, Auto Body employee at Blocher Auto Body in Des Moines, Iowa, Jon C. Samuelson, Class of 1976, Benefits Consultant for Wyatt Company, Phoenix, Arizona. L to R: Janell Sinclair, Class of 1986; Henry Sin¬ clair, Class of 1957, Damage Appraiser for Ameri¬ can Family Insurance; Sandra (Benson) Sinclair, Class of 1959; Deanna (Sinclair) Massey, Class of 1979; not pictured Daniel Sinclair, Class of 1982. 279 The Following Alumni He Darcy Schweizer Class of 1983 Employed by WHO TV and attending DMACC Todd Schweizer Class of 1984 Attending Iowa State University Sharon (Stafford) Streeter Class of 1962 Pension Account Manger, World Service Life Ins. Co. Fort Worth, Texas Tracy (Schweizer) Fuller Class of 1981 Health club receptionist Harlingen, Texas Connie Lou (Stafford) Boulton Class of 1961 Accounting Assistant Secretary Des Moines, Iowa 280 Iped Finance The Engineer Paula Thompson Tech Central Campus student Class of 1987 WiJiiam Palmer Thompson Class of 1969 Terri (Overton) White Class of 1978 Intermediate Clerk at Glendale Ceme¬ tery, City of Des Moines Kevin K. White Class of 1974 Maintenance person for Ryko 281 Milton Scott Sudbrock Class of 1978 Semi-driver for B.J. Express I ' racy Denise Sudbrock Class of 1983 Employed by ).C. Penney Co. Des Moines, Iowa D. feane (Wilson) Trostle-Klein Class of 1970 Data Entry clerk and truck driver. Bob Trostle attended Tech 1948-1950 Owner of Bob Trostle Racing Inc. which builds sprint race car chassis. Judy L. (Creason) Trostle Class of 1972 Tig Welder for Bob Trostle Rac- Des Moines Technical High School 20-Year Reunion July 11 , 1981 Good friends and fond memories will always be a part of Tech High and the Class of 1960. The CLASS of 1963 Jan. June WISHES TO CONOR A TULA TE THE CLASS OF 1986 and BID A FOND FAREWELL TO DES MOINES TECH NIC A L HIGH SCHOOL Autographs Autographs Autographs Autographs Autographs Autographs m Autographs I I: « f -r • -- ti