Elkhart Memorial High School - Monolith Yearbook (Elkhart, IN)

Text from Pages 1 - 232 of the 1977 volume:

Baergy (HWOMLSUP spirit pu Se cae monnith 77 i Elkhart Memorial High School ete raj 2608 California Road Elkhart, Indiana 46514 LUOWOMILUP spirit. Hundreds of presents” exercises were performed by the lg corp preparing for state contest. ing their arms are Vicki Byers, Sue Chatfee Renee Kinsey, Laura Lienhart Bonna mard, Terri DeMets, Deb Bussard, Jo Ward, and KimOvertriige. Selecting ingredients for Lord la are home economics students Jackie Otter! Burdin, and Brenda Woolwine. AO ite ridge, Gwen Reading announcements over the P.A. system, Bessie Carr and Doug Simmons, along with several other students, were heard during second jour. Creating an interesting shape Mrs. Jack Strain demonstrates a mirroring technique exhibiting body control to her introductory drama classes. Are we unique? This is our school, 1,514 of us come here every day. We go to class, sit in the same seat, and learn the same things all the time. We walk in the halls, talk in the halls, and loiter in the halls. We all have lockers for our books and sometimes they can’t be opened. There are five-minute passing periods between classes, even though it seems like only three minutes. There are plenty of drinking fountains, trash baskets and clocks to remind us where we are, at all times, We have a cafeteria where we spend our lunch hour and a library where we can study or get books. There’s a gym for intramural sports, team practices, and pep sessions. And there's a pool for swimming, diving or water polo. The Student Center is a congregating place for everyone before, during, and after school. At lunch, the classroom televisions are available for watching favorite soap operas or game shows. In fact, Elkhart Memorial High School is just like any other school. Right? Wrong! Something makes Memorial different from all the rest. Because. . . we've got energy, power, and spirit! Our spirited school IS distinctive Yes, we are different. We are unique. We have energy, power, and spirit. And we're proud of it. The special touch that comes with these qualities is reflected in everything we do. Energy is the extra effort that we put into our activities. It is 900 miles run by some members of the cross country team. Energy is visible in the long hours of rehearsal put into the numerous drama and musical productions, such as Kaleidoscope, Arsenic and Old Lace, and the Pajama Game. The faculty demonstrates a great amount of energetic interest as they advise more than 40 clubs, groups, and sports. Taking care of young children requires Even administrators care. Don Winne, assistant ‘ncipal, frequently picks up litter in the Student Genter in an effort to keep Charger halls neat for everyone. In the mock election, Tammy Hosack, Cathy Cauffman, Verna Jean Cantrell, and Thelma Peete wait to cast their votes as Barb Hogstrom, Rick McCollough, and Judy Lenox monitor the polls, energy, as the home economics classes do when they operate a nursery school as part of their classroom experience. Energy is 45-50 hours of labor going into each winning piece of Memorial artwork. It is also 15,000 man- hours of rehearsal compiled by the marching band. Power is possessing the numerous sports trophies we have, including the North Indiana Conference’s All-Sports Trophy and the Mangy Lion, which stays at Memorial for another year after the football vietory over cross-town rival Central. It is the continuing academic success of students, with three National Merit semi- finalists and four National Merit commended students. And power is the students participating in summer workshops in journalism and honor programs in science. Spirit is the 2,000 yards of crimson and gold crepe paper used to decorate the school during Spirit Week. It’s 4,000 fans who attended the Memorial- Central football game. Spirit is wearing crimson and gold jackets, T-shirts, and hats, And spirit is the bulletin boards in the Student Center that keep everyone updated on Memorial activities. But, most of all, energy, power, spirit is being a Memorial Charger and proud of it! Watching hall traffic, Dale Bolton fulfills another new duty of the faculty. To establish longer work days, a provision in the new staff contracts includes teacher supervision. With locker open, Debbie Hartma what books she needs for her first classes. With lockers in all pa e building, sophomores discovered that five-minute passing periods weren't always enoug! Photo courtesy of Robert Linda Is there life after high school? Are there any experiences like those of the sophomore, junior, and senior years? For some people, high school is the climax of a long schedule of classes with a lot of fun times thrown in as electives. For others, it is only a stepping stone to more education. But still the experiences of high school are remembered fondly for along time. These varied events are the Conversation buzzes through the cafeteria during lunch. Carmen Hansborough and Terry Robinson discuss local news along with 800 other students who stay at Memorial for lunch Boarding the bus, Maria Bicknell and Jeanine Bergren leave after school, while Chris Baker waits for his transportation home. Outside the main doors is often a mob of waiting people main part of our school life. All the activities that we participate in join us with many others who have similar interests, thus expanding our circle: The year is filled with our energy, power, and spirit. Whether it’s a quick lunch at McDonald’s or hours of preparation spent for a choir concert, we energetically devoted our time to living. Leading the spirit caravan, varsity cheerleaders Jody Paine, Karen Hartman, and Maribeth Holtz show the spirit that won the Memorial-Central football game. About 25 cars participated. Using a high kick, Steve Travis exhibits the skill involved in carning a black belt in karate. Steve has been studying karate since he was 14. Reaching out for a hand, the cast of Reader's Theatre plans to honky tonk all night long in a portion of the song “Old Black Water.” Over 70 students read, acted, and sang an hour presentation with color as the theme. A busy summer in Elkhart is working on a job, skateboarding at McNaughton Park, listening to concerts, horseback riding, camping, swimming, water skiing, going to workshops, playing organized sports, and maybe finding time to lie in the sun to get a tan, Highlight of the summer for 27 Spanish students was their trip to Mexico, where they enjoyed trying out their Spanish, climbing the py and swimming in the Pacific Ocean. , , Jan Bolinger and Cathy Kline, were among 30 area teenagers who went to Haiti, 700 miles off the coast of Florida. They worked in achildren’s hospital and an orphanage, experiencing the feelings of a racial minority in a foreign country. Virginia Beach was visited this amids, summer by 150 Memorial band students, who were invited to be part of a national contest. After competing with 15 other top bands in the nation, they brought home a third place trophy. Evening gown, bathing suit, and a four-minute interview were events in competition that faced Jean Raber and Doreen DeJohn, and 35 other contestants seeking the 4-H Queen Fair title. Working at their co-curricular activities were Karla Seidel, who participated in the National Science Foundation’s summer program; Monica Antonelli, Deb Beacham, Kelly Cochran, Mark Fields, Barb Rehl, and Laura Ulery, who went to journalism workshops; John Peterson and Jean Mark, who traveled to an art workshop, and the whole band, which went to Smith-Walbridge camp. Comparing Mexico souvenirs are Tammy Adams, Terri Mann, Luanne Floetker, Diana Todd, Shane Tipton, Anita Holtz, Lisa Gordon and Bobbi rendell. Fireworks light the sky to end in loud brilliance the country’s 200th birthday. Filing in front of the judge, 37 local girls waited for a decision in the 4-H Fair Queen county-wide competition in Goshen. Among them were Jean Raber, Doreen DeJohn, and Ruth Kim. Preparing for fall, Dwight Sikkema adjusts mast guyropes on his sailboat. Dwight spent much of his summer sailing for pleasure and racing. Thatched huts lining a gravel road stand out against a parched countryside, It shows the poverty of the “black republic’ (Haiti) where 30 area students spent part of their summer. ‘The sandy beaches of Virginia at the edge of the rolling Atlantic became a vacation spot for the Marching Charger Band. a a x glider ona hot bsolute freedom. Ascending from a dune in a summer day gives a feeling o Wagon trains traveling across the country reminded 20th century Americans of their country’s “good old days.” One train segment passed through Elkhart. Beginning again requires much energy Returning to school was a task many students looked forward to with excitement. There were new clothes to buy, supplies to gather, shots and a physical to obtain. Book rental had to be paid and, for some, class registration seemed to take forever. Finally, the doors opened and another school year was at hand. There were new people to meet and old friends to greet. New cl ind teachers added to the experience. Inevitably, schedule problems cropped up and soon were efficiently handled. Crowds in the guidance office dwindled and everything was back to normal. Students’ energy dwindled also as the change from summer to school required a new pace and approach. Many found places to catch a few winks during study halls and releases. One student commented, “The hardest thing about getting back into the swing of things is staying awake.” A lack of energy was made up for by an abundance of spirit. Charger plates and parking stickers flourished on student's cars as they eagerly crowded the parking lots for another year. me ok x Na Crowded conditions in the guidance office are not uncommon at the beginning of the school year with schedule rejects and class change requests : | | . MEMORIAL , Parking stickers are required to be allowed in the Memorial parking lots. Pat Butler places her sticker in the rear window of her car. rawling out of bed to th at , th student greets the new day with a noticeable lack of enthusiasm. Still asleep, he hardly realizes that he has eaten breakfast, dressed, and gotten on the bus. His eyes blink occasionally during the long ride to school. The bus is crowded and noisy, but it’s better than walking. Entering the doors, he is met by the sound of 1,513 other students trying to get to class in the least possible amount of time. After rummaging quickly through his locker, he gathers his piles of books and totters off to class with the menacing sound of the tardy bell ringing in his ears. After first period classes, students gradually come out of their temporary comas and join the fully- awakened world. They reluctant become part of the flow of living beings between clas: day! Book rental payments are symbolic of pre-school year preparation, Lynn Arvoy hands se .aVonne Unrue the balance of her paym With 372,954 square feet of sp understandable tha Block with B Block to Chuck Brown. 2 it is someone could conus Della DeMetz point the : Straining hours of lectures and homework have taken their toll. Phil Jackson catches a few minutes of sleep before classes start again. Color takes starring role Lights flashed and colors sparkled as more than 70 students presented Horse of a Different Color, a Masquers production Horse of a Different Color, the fourth annual Reader's Theater production, was made up of a collection of materials including song lyrics, poems, stories, and jokes dealing with color in all its shapes and shades. The one and one half hour show had nearly 500 references to and about color. Some were student originals; a lot were dramatizations of excerpts from literary works. The evening started off with Dorothy (Cathy Thompson) and her friends skipping merrily down the yellow brick road and concluded with a thrilling fight between the Gods of Light (Cam Findlay) and Darkness (Scott Siler). The Pink Panther and his female counterparts performed the only dance routine of the performance. For many, the dancers were considered the highlight of the show. Along with the Pink Panther and his Panther Dancers, the stage was visited by the Purple-People-Eater (Todd Torok), Snoopy (Rod Morgan) and the Red Baron (Cam Findlay), the Tidy Bowl Man (Dennis Hacker) and Rubber Ducky (Julie Whipple). The show was arranged by the Acting and Directing classes of last spring. Directed by Mrs. Jack Strain and choreographed by Roberta Litherland, its reader's theater style gave more than the usual number of students, particularly sophomores, an opportunity to take part in a drama production, One of the most colorful parts of the show was the orchestra scene from the story The Phantom Tollbooth. The story centers around a small boy named Milo (Jim Hull) who enters the world of fantasy. In this new world he encounters Chroma the Great (Brian Lough) a conductor of a huge orchestra which plays all the colors of the world instead of playing music. As a drama production, Horse of a Different Color’s wide variety of content gave the audience an appropriate illustration of the Wizard of Oz's exclamation to Dorothy, “Why that’s a horse of a different color.” Gathering around everybody's are the honored favorite silent hero jink panther dancers who gracefully Phim with their sleek eatlike movements. Styles bring in variety If it’s fashionable, it’s in; and if it’s chie, it’s sharp. And that’s exactly what Chargers were, dressed mostly in hues of dark green, rust, brown, and black, this season’s most popular colors. A compromise between femininity and just plain comfort, gauchos came in big this year, particularly when worn with leather boots. Matching ves sweaters were the right touches to add over silky print blouses. Jumpsuits made of almost any fabric were stylish, whether topped by a cowl neckline or a searf to give head-to-toe sophistication or a casual sportiness. All socialites included three-piece suits of blazers with vests and pants gauchos or skirts in their wardrobe: mixing and matching. Denim and corduroy coordinated outfits were accented by print shirts and blouses. Opposites attract and what went together better than super short hair and super big glasses? Modeling after one of ice skating’s greatest, Dorothy Hamill, the wedge was the most popular “short cut” around. Large plastic ‘On.a.cool afternoon, Jack Kelly, Todd Torok, Mike Iavagnilio and Evelyn Danner relax in casual jeans and pants, E sweaters and knit tops on the benches in front of Memorial. framed glasses of most any color were back in the standings, as glasses became truly fashionable for the first time in Shades of brown, blue, pink and ven clear plastic frames dominated the seene. Cooler weather brought back the sweaters, and the more unique the pattern, the better. Almost any style was in, from wraparounds and raglans to pullovers and vests. And what sweater could be more popular than Memorial's own “E” sweater? Nothing was more of a nece: anyone’s wardrobe than blue jeans, brand new, worn-out, patched or faded. Almost any style of pants came in denim. What could be more comfortable— especially with blue jeans—than the old in assorted colors. S' with thick wavy rubber soles a big splash this year. Finally, the favorite design of the ity in year was pin stripe, which came in styles from men’s formal suits to girl's jumpsuits and dresses. “With-it outfits are shown here by Liz Schmenauer and Carrie Peterson. Carrie wears a three-piece suit, Liz a vest and pants to match her bow-tied blouse. Warming up for the season in stylish sweaters are Jim Montagano and Carla Shuff, Sweaters were popular this year both for comfort and fashion, as more color and more detail in design appeared The Pink Panther, a known authority on chic styles, admires the jumpsuits worn by Lori Heironimus and Peggy Hoke in now. Beth Southard and Missy iscovered a favorite combination, shorter hairstyles with big plastic rimmed glasses. Three-piece outfits are fashionable, yet comfortable. Dave Cooper displays one in denim. Other material Western gaucho outfits became favored as a commonly used are doubleknit and corduroy. midpoint between pants and dresses. Anne Riley adds a sweater, designed shirt, and boots, Janet Lund a vest Spirit is sky high “Garrowwll” With a roar, Old Mangy pounced into Spirit Week to announce that his stay at Memorial was great and judging by the spirit shown, he knew he would s much longer. Old Mangy chatted with many stu- dents about Spirit Week. Judy Tracy, Pep Club president, commented, “The participation of students and teachers throughout the week was fantastic. You could see there was more enthusiasm this year.” Jim Hull exclaimed, “I felt that it got the kids going and really encourag them to come to the game.” Rod Morgan stated, “I thought school spirit helped the football team to appear mentally ready for the game.” Old Mangy was on the field in spirit with the team when they charged to vie- tory. Charger spirit soared high and Old Mangy announced to the school on Mon- day how ecstatic he was “to stay at his true, spirit-filled home in Charger Coun- try.” red Finishing touches of streamers and pe added as Jean Raber prepares to join t Week caravan to Rice Field Caped and crowned, Rod Morgan is named “Mr. Legs” by Pep Club President Judy Tracy. Run- ners-up Jeff Troyer and Rock Companion watch Spirit Week decorations included streamers, signs and effigies. Room A-109 combined all three in its football field decor. Being third isn’t easy The Charger Band has many awards behind it, but not many people it the planning and work that go into each show Band starts weeks before school, and a week is spent teaching the fundamen- tals. Next comes a week of the hardest work most persons have ever known Nearly nine hours a day are spent at band camp drilling the half-time show Finally comes the first football game To spectators, it is what the band has been working for. But to the band mem- bers, it arsal for something more important; district contest. At con- the band has a perfect record of receiving a first division rating and has been in the top four bands there, cons ently Now comes two more we rehearsing for state contest. The band eceived a third at this y conte: After a national competition in Vir- ginia Beach, Virginia, the Chargers can now say they're third in the district, third in the state, and third in the nation! Drill team members Deb Ritter, Ju anet Lund and Michelle Willis finish “In T Mood. Striking a dramat the Common Man b Directing off field, D first pul Performing at their peak, the drum corps was commended as the best at state. fore swinging into ld Litherland, dit appear. after “Fanfare c rum and flag feature tor, appears confident of Keeping an eye on the field commander, Brent Farver trumpets his way through the closing of the show's “Di: Fanfare bursting open, Cathy Manley directs the Chargers through their beginning music at the Charger Band Invitational Pride is basic aspect Being a Marching Charger has built a sense of pride in many who have imarched in the band. From Rice Field t� Virginia Beach, the top-ranked band hs given its viewers a show that is impressive and entertaining. The Charger band has been entering competitions for three years and ach year it comes just points away from the perfection level ; ¥ Each band member has different % . memories of events occurring while in Speen exams age ts a : band. Robin Stein, a three-year drill team no y member, remembers “practicing so hard, then when you do a show, thinking it is over so soon.” Some remember the contests more. Russ Treadway best recalls “the night we got third place at Virginia Beach with everyone doing his best under the pressure.” For others, it was the beginning of band Sophomore Steve Schemenauer thinks immediately of band camp. Liz Filippini remembers only “toe-up, toe-down!” Band members have in common an agreement that band is something they won't soon forget. Kneeling down during the number, the brass section ere effect for the “Dixi w beats of the es an interesting Diary recounts busy day De ur Diary, As usual, today was hectic and, of course, activity-filled from the ve beginning. 6:00 a,m.—Head custodian 'y Slaughter arrived to check on the condition of the school, readying for the The doors were unlocked for ly arrivals. Dorothy Miller, cafete director began to prepare the morning snack bar, 7:30—Most everybody had poured in. The snack bar and bookstore had opened. Announcements were being Waiting for the doors to open, students chat before going through the lunch line. With three lines, the cafeteria handled all the students who stayed at school for the lunch hour. written by the activities director. 7 Classes started. The hall except for stragglers. 10:5 classes ended. The halls were filled with rushing toward the cafeteria or their cars, 2: people were quiet, Morning p.m.—School dismissed, but students remained at practices or working on projects. 6:30-10:00- Programs and rehearsals met and left 11:00. The doors re locked and the w janitors went home. After 17 hours, today wa finally over. Signing up names or checking off figure Activities Director Alice MeKechan takes her almost everyday position at a table in the Student Center. Moving chairs back into the cafeteria, Spencer Pavey cleans up after an evening program. The 17-member custodial staff is responsible for a clean school, inside and out. Hunch 8, like each day every day Researching a material in the f a vertical file (p lasses made regular tudents find plenty of more so with the add hlets, newspape of its facilities. Cheering boosters ar he righ! Chargers have vigor Instrumental in the generating of spirit at Memorial are the spirit organi- ions, such as the Adult Booster Club, Pep Club, cheerleaders, and the Crimson and Gold Block. Shouts of “Go, Char- se of the groundwork laid by and the actual on-the-spot participation of these groups. Weeks before the sport on began, the cheerleaders had decided on the cheers that they would use and were practicing them. Meanwhile, the Pep Cub was coordi- nating projects that would build team spirit. Charger P: and left trea to encourage them in contest. inted pos ters and held parties honoring teams for their efforts. The bookstore sold spirit items galore. The Adult Booster Club printed pro- grams and made sure that all the seats in the Cheerblock were filled. The morn- ing announcements rooted on the teams when all the work ca in a loud cheer! “ae ‘estimated 7,500 fans came to the Memorial. ootball game to show support for their Yavorite team: it, Karen Hart- Enthusiastically motivating owd to demo nstra ht! Win!” man, one of six Varsity cheerleaders, urges the team At the Spirit Week pep session to support th Waits for the next cheer. ig their pom-poms, the girls in the on the Charge t the Memorial-Central basketball game Cheerleader Jody Paine got a little help from Scott Welch and David Miller as she did a flip at the basketball Gypsies, a clown and a pair of red shoes delighted the children and adults attending the production o ber 6, The pl on November 8 for fifth graders from area elementary schools The p by Hans Christian Anderson, who told of a little orphan girl, Karen (Cathy Thompson and Sue Woodka), living in [he Red Shoes” Novem- is based on a story written Extending his hand, the burgomaster (Brian Lough) welcomes Frau Ostergaar (Jane Gall) back to the village after an absence of 40 y nnual Children’s Theater was also presented twice = a Denmark about 100 years ago. Given a pair of magic red shoes by Herr Snogg (Todd Torok), Karen is forced to dance on and on as the red shoes magically keep her feet moving at Snogg’ mand. Snogg has high hopes of becom- ing rich from the coins tossed at the dancing Karen. His plans are foiled when his former clown, the non-talking Jemmo (Jim Hull and Phil Jackson), not only steals the show with his acrobatic antics but has the role of freeing Karen Other principal roles were Nels the cobbler (Greg Gattman and Scott Siler), the burgomaster, a public official, (Mar- tin Dean and Brian Lough); and the grandmother (Jane Gall and Cathy Holtz). Mrs. Jack Strain, director, double cast the show to give more students an opportunity to be in a play. Roberta Litherland assisted her by arranging the dance scenes, Stage work was by the Tech | Theater class. Students taking part in “The Red Shoes” said they found it to be worth all of the hours of rehearsals and late nights when they saw the happy faces of the children in the audience completely absorbed in the drama being performed com- Having put Torok) comr n the enchanted sh ands her to. With a playful wmile and his hands clasped in front of him, Jemmo (Jim Hull) begins his routine of acrobatic stunts s, Karen (Sue Woodks) is forced to dance whenever Herr Snogg (Todd In the gypay camp near a Danish village forest a band dance and sing. The gyp Hacker, Linda Hackworth, Lori Heironimus, Sue Hog F Maryellen ( Sassaman, Kim Simeri “lau ary Corrado, Lisa Culp, Becky Denlinger, and Jill Flora. Leaping in the arms of the astonished bury rofuge from the wrath of his former owner, Karen (Sue Woodka) wath in Thompson) places them in the as Herr Snogg wateh Soloists, clockwise: Jim Montag: Robinson, Jon Raber, Jill Flora, Red chiffon costumes were made to ex, movements of the drill t hey “Light My Fire.” Red lights were us the feeling of fire. 50's feature for 76 show If you were one of the lucky people to have the opportunity to view “ scope '76,” you experienced one of the music department’s biggest annual pro- ductions. Kaleidoscope is a mixture of color, music, and dance routines per- formed by members of the Varsity Sing- ers, Drill Team, and Jazz Band. Amateurs and professionals alike par- ticipated when percussionists Mare Cof- +2 Pome fin and his father James presented both Dave Cooper, Janet Lund, Karen Hartman, and Jan Hansing. Small groups were used on dif solo and duet selections. Five juniors. ferent parts of the stage to balance sound. Bob Reames, Jill Flora, Tami Adams, WE PEER cart sf ative Sect Pi satin: Poo Pas Evelyn Danner, and Jon Raber—con- Muahirt for thelr bO'e medion “Rack Aton the Choe ee tributed solos while Terry Robinson and “Bluoberry Hill” and the dieing of the twist Jim Montagano were two senior soloists. The Jazz Band backed up the show the whole way as number after number was performed. Lighting and sound played a big part in the production as needed to bring out different sensations for each act. “Kaleidoscope '76” was put together with 4,200 man hours to produce the show's most su Kaleido- ntagano's solo ary Doug Palmeter, Bob Reames, Instruments blend their sound as the Jazz Ensem- ble performed music from West Side Story during the ensemble’s section of the show Kaleidoscope entertainment for all WEEE MA W. Winn pyswesuve ig ae jing the show in top h , the Varsity S ‘Singular Sensation’ e Bros w Chorus Line. Many songs from Chorus Line were used in the '76 Kaleidoscope. in leotards, the Varsity Singers and Drill Team dance to the song nt Dressed i “T've Got to Get This roadway hit Chorus Line. chores ei eda makes the dance wor! phed for V Team. Bringing light to the dining hall and preparing for the Christm: celebration, the Maid of Tapers (Tammy Adams) lights the cand the Lord of Revels’ table Carefully cradling the Christ child is Mary (Cathy Thompson] Joseph (Jim Montagano) watches with a protecting glance. “The Cherry Tree Carol” provided the background for this pantomime. Presenting the boar’s head to the Lord and his friends, the Steward (Pat Ryan) offers that delightful fare to the guests as part of the annual tradition of the Madrigal Dinner. Well-known symbols of Christmas adorn the Christmas tree, as it is decorated by Anne Metcalf. An ornament was placed on the tree senting each verse of “The 12 Days of Christmas.” O ] d e nN d ay S Skimming fingers lightly touch the ern eitiga as John O'Brien provides th background the medieval dinner. come alive Once upon a time, in the land of Crim- son and Gold, there were some people who dreamed of being English nobles at a medieval Christmas celebration in a beautifully decorated dining hall. They expressed this desire to their choir diree- tor (John Lund) and with a wave of his magical baton, he signalled the proces- sion of lords and ladies, It all began quietly as the Maid of Tapers brightened the hall with candle- light, Suddenly, a fanfare announced the party had begun. The atmosphere took on magnificence as the Lord and Lady of Revels (Brian Lough, Cathy Thompson) led the parade of honored guests. All waited with anticipation as the fanfare hailed the wassail bowl. Paying tribute to their ladies, the gentlemen proposed a series of toasts: “After man came woman and she's been after him y we kiss whom we At last, the object t been waiting for, the boar's head, arrived. The pages brought it forth onto the guests, as the serving wenches brought forth the roast meat. The spirit of celebration continued throughout the evening meal as Bump the jester (Phil Jackson), the minstrel (Jon Raber), and the mu ns continued to exhibit their talents Decorating the tree was a major event as it was accomplished while the nobles sang “The Twelve Days of Christmas.” A different decoration was added for every verse of the carol. In honor of Christ's birth, the Lady of Revels and a lord (Cathy Thompson, Jim Montagano) pantomimed the story of “The Cherry Tree Carol.” At the stroke of 8:30, the magic eve- ning is coming to a close. The honored guests leave, along with the hosts. The Maid of Tapers reflected on the holiday, inging “O Holy Night.” The candles were extinguished and the dream faded Afterward, the Tudors shed their air of aristocracy and retired with the serv- ing wenches to Shakey’s for the cast party. A friendly welcome to the gues’ description of This Delightful Pl he sixteenth century mus is given with a Student Government officers Wendy Bates, Tonda Eger, Greg Gattman and ‘Todd Torok listen as Karen Hartman e: her views on how to curb vandalism in A-Block. This year, the officers set up dances and advised the principal on school problems. dent body, t toot niente tee vy Rs « WHS Constitution are vardt Advisors aid decision-makers ense involvement for a few despite any apathy by the many, was the rule in representative groups, Student Government, the Principal's Student Advisory Council, the Mayor’s Youth Council, and the ECEA Building Repre- sentatives worked to improve life. Student Government worked in large part to improve the constitutional sys- tems. Money and canned goods were col- lected for a Christmas basket project with National Honor Society; a Fifties dance was on the Janua Part of the system-wide Superintend- ent’s Student Advisory Council, the six- member Principal’s group met with y Fry to consider and make recom- mendations on school policy. Out of school, members of the Mayor's Youth Council worked to advise city government; their activities included work at the Halloween Haunted House downtown. Teachers, who joined the Elkhart Community Education Association 100 percent, were represented by seven teachers in working with the principal Representing the nespring, Rex Gle arry Pio, Kenneth Hauser a uulty views to the principal Consulting with Palmer Mart and Gary Fry on school polic on Charger Boulevard to the dress code are Linda Watson ner, and Lisa Barkley. Not pictured are Ann Pikoraitis and P: m cruising ffin, Bob Leucht- Henderson. Doug Simmons, president of the Mayor's Youth ( members from Memorial Jay Wilson and Cam Fin The Council provides the youth of Elkhart a voice in city government Honors and awards bring recognition Recognition came to several students for scholastic accomplishments. Those who received distinction as among the top 1 percent of all seniors who took the Preliminary Scholastic Aptitude Test National Merit Scholarship Qualifying Test (PSAT NMSQT) were Clint Woodward and John Holtz, Mark Fields, Sue Ramseyer, Gary Wiseman and Karla Seidel were commended for their scores on the same test Th ’s DAR Good Citizen award was received by senior Cathy Thompson for achie core of those taking « te, and federal governments. Also receiving an honor for out-scoring other competing seniors in a written knowledge and attitude examination was Brenda Rand, General Mills F Tomorrow The science field also recogniz student for his work with a project entitled, “Removal of Algae with Polymers.” Senior, Victor Sawez was selected as a finalist in the Indiana Science Talent Search program for his work which was done at Notre Dame. ing the highest test over local, sta mily Leader of da a Comparing and deciding which sample of wallpaper will best mateh the color scheme of the room is just one of several different activities that Bron Rand, General Mills Family Leader of Tomorrow, must do in her interior ing class, Nominees for portfoli 16th Annual Scholastic Art Awards contest are Lori Mark and Scott Springsteen, Memorial artists took a to nd 80 honorable mentions in the competition Pouring chemical A in chemical B while heating chemical C is just one experiment Clint Woodward and John Holtz have to perform in their chemical analysis class. Both were named National Merit Fin: Commended for their scores NMSQT, Mark Fields, Ka Wiseman and Sue Ramune: Dr. David Flora. Designated Good Cit American Revolutio: performed in several n by the Daughters of the Pathy Thompson 0 jemorial productions Blizzards drain nation of energy Never before in this century had the nation been so much at the mercy of its weather. In many parts of the country, man, animal and machine were immobilized under a heavy blanket of snow and ice. A drastic shortage of natural gas forced the closing of hundreds of schools, industries and busine and stranded thousands of people in their unheated homes. Many cities were literally isolated from the st of the world and massive drifts of snow forced the closing of nearly all major highways in the midwestern states. The South was also receiving its blows from Mother Nature. Florida and the Bahamas were given a jolt when a sudden snow storm fell over the ar Later, a killing frost destroyed many Florida's citrus fruits While the states east of the Mississippi were obtaining an excess of snow, the West was suffering from a lack of it. California was forced to ration water and Oregon was going through an epidemic of forest fires. All in all, 11 states were labeled by President Carter as disaster areas because of drought or snow. In his vietory over Gerald Ford, Carter won with one of the clos electoral vote margins in American history. As an election year, 1976 brought many new faces to national Such names as Walter Mondale, O'Neil, Cyrus Vance, G riffin Bell, Patricia Harris and Andrew Young helped bring about a new spirit in national government In local elections, John Brademas was re-elected for his tenth term as a member of the House of Representatives. In addition, he was voted majority whip, the third highest position in that branch of congress. During the year, Elkhart went through a transition period in which trees replaced parking spaces and meters on Main Street as ordered by a new Mayor Peter Sarantos. A new police station is being constructed, as is a bicycle overpass stretching from Island Park to the new “bicycle park” just west of Elkhart Avenue. st , another ear is subjected to the snow, it Wether Capel aiche tee ior tar owners and forced schools to close for wight days, Snow drifts piled high alongside county roads at times reached nine feet in height and caused the closing of many highways. THe Tf Day was over. Night began. When the lights came on, a whole new type of life ed for Memorial students. here wv d,” sponsored by the Jaycees s structed by Memorial, Cen nd other int ted area students, It turned out to be a very frightening experience. For the hungry, there were plenty of places to eat, Whether accommodated the mouths of Memorial For the active, there were movies, dances, plays, parties, and For the home types, the evenings of WRBR and WVPE, where 2) opal conflict when the city tighte jockeys Jay Baker, Rick Spann, and ons on loltering Donn Dalton i by the planters, three high school nts relax after an evening of shoppi walking around in the mall. Football game attendance rem d high as winning season. Rice Field was a common gathering p lace with games, fireworks, and band shows Noon involved numerous activities Besides eating, there were countless other things to do at lunch time. Students could attend programs in the Little Theatre or auditorium, and club meetings such as the Wargamers, Math Club, and speech team Some students spent their lunch hour talking to friends, competing in intramurals, playing cards, studying, nappini ven watching their favorite soap opera or game show. And some who couldn't sit still long enough to do any of these things were dancing. Band members spent at it half of the fall lunch hours marching outside—rain or shine. There were committee meetings to attend for the musical, the prom, Student Government, or Ski Club. Before all of the dances, students could buy their tickets in the Student Center. They could subscribe to Monolith, pick up the latest Genesis, graduation announcements, vote buy a sweetheart on y or alentine’s I Among these activities, most students still found time to eat their lunch in the cafeteria or off grounds, Rain or shine, the marching band practices outside during part of their lunch hour. Christmas spirit shown in many ways Christmas in almost every country means the same thing—lots of fun, lots of love and a very special birthday. That meaning doesn't change here in Elkhart either. Along with vacations and last minute Christmas shopping, the spirit of fun was let out in a dance at the jreencroft Center sponsored by the Central Honor Society for both Central and Memorial High Schools. The spirit of giving and sharing was shown in the overwhelming support of the “Wishing Well” sponsored by the National Honor Society, The original goal of the project was to collect $150 to help make Christmas a happier occasion for three families. The final count surpassed that goal with ove collected in a week. Many people just spent their vacations goofing off and lying around the house. Christma you could just sort of t forget about school was a time when y and “I saw Bobbi (Pendell) kissing Santa Claus (Brandon Pendell) somewhere in the hallway last night.” Froliche Weinachten, Christmas, is celebrated in rman class, Seott Siler and Debbie Young deco- rate their Christmas Tree Norene Miller, and other await the terrific blows. 43 44 Play mixes wine, old men Imagine two old ladies who live in a nice little house and make a poison wine to kill old men because they are supposedly lonely. Arsenic And Old Lace is just that. Arsenic And Old Lace at MHS was a comedy that all ages enjoyed, according to Director Rex Gleim, Cathy Holtz and Joan Quinlan, both sophomores, played the two leading ladies, Being sophomores, both were thoroughly surprised to get the lead parts Cathy stated, “I was really excited! I never thought they would pick sophomores for the lead ladies, Even though I ama sophomore, I did my best to become Abby Brewster.” Joan commented, “I was really surprised when I saw I had made a lead part. Cathy and I were already good friends and when everyone said we alr look like sisters we naturally fit the parts!” Gleim, looked very pleased as he said, “I feel that we did well, considering the we all the way Even with the we turday night we had the first SRO (standing room Anticipating the crime th: Dr. Binstein (Scott Siler) a together, is about to happen is he ruts his hands ‘Trying to explain to Elaine (Anne Metealf) why heean't marry her is Mortimer (Todd Torok). Bega 0 fice bs in is Officer O'H Findlay), who beckons the ersinal only) performance that Memorial has room. ever had!” a Hara (Cam isto enter the — Discussing the deadly wine are Abby (Cathy a (Joan Qui nd Mortimer While Jonathan Brewster (Jeff Troyer) cuts up rope to tie Mortimer Brewster (Todd Torok) to Disclosing the plans for the digging of the his chair, Dr. Einstein (Scott Siler) gags him to keep him from revealing their dangerous plans. Panama Canal to his favorite plant is Ted Bobby socks, saddle shoes, and poodle skirts were on the apparel agenda for the “oldie but goodie” 50's dance Photographer Harold Grieb es a picture of Patty Bane and her Abne ernier. hee Students . a, swingin Memorial students kicked off their earth shoes and put on their saddle shoes, took off their gauchos and patched up jeans and traded them for poodle skirts and pegged pants. Some of the “cool” students wore their parents’ favorite clothes of the 50's, such as their eaters, leather jackets, single- nd scarves. Many unfeathered their hair and eased it back More than 10 groups signed up to pantomime their favorite songs at the dance. Activities Director Ali McKeehan recalled seeing “lots of greased back hair, bobby socks, and saddle shoes.” die Hawkins Day in the cafeteria. Girls entral also m grabbed their guys and came along for the oceasion. Dressed up “hillbilly” style, lots of Daisy Maes swept their Abners off their feet to go get “hitched.” The promised to do the cookin’, washin’, and diaperin’ t “Marryin’ man and wife. Couples who attended thi wore shorts or overalls with flannel shirts and suspenders, with most of the girls also wearing hair ribbons. The students danced to the music of “Rocker. prides” fore teachers performing as who pronounced them Sam: Sadie” With greased back hair and old clothes from the 0's” Frank Catanzarite and James Middleton ooned “This is Dedicated to the One I Love.” f the group “Rocker” Enjoying the Sadie,” Julie Whipple and Steve Wise dance to the music of the group “Rocker. Becoming effective as a parent Crocheting and snake clothes and comforters for t “Learning to be a parent is vital to raising children successfully,” said Rae Wright when she was asked about the new teen parents program. Wright was the teacher of the experimental class that teaches the students the fundamentals of child care and pre and post-natal care Not all the participants in the program were Memorial students. Interested students from Central and four junior high schools enrolled This unique class also had a number of unique problems, the most serious of which was t portation. The students in the program were not allowed to bring their children on buses and so another form of transportation had to be arranged. Another difficulty was that the children remained in the child care center until 3 and parents returned to Memorial to pick up the children. A special part of the class was the students learning by caring for their own children, Wright described the program, “Classroom instruction helps students understand the basies of child care which may be put into practice in the adjoining child care center during labs. After the three hour class, the parents returned to academic classes at their respective schools and their children remained in the child care center. Feeding « baby isn’t easy, as Michelle Porter learns when Nurse Sandy Stern and Teacher Rae ly. “Physical fitness is important to the health of both mother and child,” said speaker Carol Elliot to Michelle Porter, Jackie Hines, K Schmucker and Gloria Pratcher. Constructing the cribs center is Jerry Moore's d in the child care Larry Slaughter's contribution to the teen parents program. ‘The skinny fellow, a he posters behind I s aides in stressing ¢ of good health. ne ar Resting after completing her proje o™ Whitner waits to get them checket them home and put them to use was 5 ae : ig careful not to stick the doll, Gloria Pratcher —w ee 1 | practices the art of changing diapers. Parents trade roles “How was school tod: “Fine, I guess. We had a lecture in Chemistry. Meat loaf on the plate lunch. And a quiz in Accounting 3. Boy, I'm just plain bushed.” “Boy, that doesn’t sound like much. Vacuuming the living room is sure chore.” Conve commonp ations like that were after school on all three days of T -Day, October Trad an annual event in which students and parents exchange activities for a day, has the parent attending classes, taking notes, doing pr and sometimes taking quizzes Approximately 225 parents attended Trade-a-D: total which exceeded all but one other year of the project history Senior Pat Butler said, “I think it isa very good idea to invite the parents.” Brian Raderstorf stated, “It’s good to have parents find out exactly what we do in school.” The day provided an opportunity for parents to evaluate the student’s classes. “If a student is making bad grades because his cl: parents can see why, Tompkins. “That' Trade-a-Day Occasionally, some parents remark that the pace and the schedule isn’t asy. Almost all parents agreed ctivity was unique and eye- es are tough, his explained Chuck a good point of Checking the schedule, Jean Wiseman tries to determine her ultimate destination, her next class opening. Activities Director Alice McKe states the advantage of the day can’t get 200 or 300 parents to attend a meeting to learn about the school, but it has come to the point where they ask about when Trade-a-Day is as early as the fall orientation.” ‘Taking notes on an interview, Wiseman listens to the guest speaker, Waiting in line in the Student Center, parents experience one of the students’ frequent routines, signing up with the activities director. ‘Over, at last! The end of the day see 0 be the first time to rest, Fortunately for Wiseman, it doesn't start again the next day Changing ide switched boo} Money incentive for working students “Money —the word gets attention and it was the most popular answer to the question of what motivates a student to get a job. A few of the other reasons were: to get out of the house, to have something to do, or for DECA and VICA credit. The places students work vary from nursing homes, factories, and restaurants to sales jobs and check-out But an informal survey at there are certain jobs that counte: rev appeal to most students as the ideal Watching the dial to get the measurement exactly Linda Martin unrolls yards of material in d goods department of Wards. jobs. These are usually sales jobs at department stores, but those jobs aren’t as the majority seems to think they are, according to Linda Martin, who works at Wards. She works four to eight hours a day, si week. She has to contend with e isplays, irritated foremen and customers, slow times, crowds and inventory. She must appear cheerful at all times, even if she feels rotten. Many students found that once they had gotten a job and were making ase: money, they still needed to have fun. They had no time to enjoy it. Many seniors work about six days a week and six to eight hours a day. Juniors usually a week and four to eight Although it is hard work and some sacrifice, students belive that getting a job in high school is worthwhile because it helps to discipline and prepare them for jobs after school and save money for future plans. Cutting off keys for music Crosbie Foundry is Co-op credit 2 faking music is an easy ke money. John is paid $250 an hour te play fianos and organs at Grinnell's Finding keys to the right car fora Putnam Imports, lot man Willie Yi with the sale Babysitting is a task that many teens Pam Smith enjoy by itself, but gett makes it even better. Pumping gas and wiping windshields in all types of weather year round are the requirements of Mike Kidder’s job at Imperial, ‘The manager is keepng an eye on Doug McLemore and Tim Neely as they glue paneling to the wall board of a mobile home at Frolic Industries. co Energy, power, and spirit was not absent in academics, either. It’s the extra effort to make classes interesting, exciting, and valuable. Patrick Henry and Betsy Ross came to life for American Literature students as they created the roles in class. Voices raised and arms waved as government classes held the ses sion of mock Congress, complete with political manuevering, filibusters, and es fth Heading toward class, Beth Nellist pushes a cart of equipment from the audio-visual office. Teachers have many different media available for class use. Smoothing the edges of her coil pottery project, Dymple Ware gets both hands into the intricate shaping of the sides. Coiling is one of the methods of pottery-making taught in art classes. heated debate. Science students experimented with genetics when they gave hormone injections to chickens. Foreign language students celebrated several holidays in class, including St. Catherine's Day and Christmz so they could become acquainted with various customs The Home Economies Department conducted community-help programs like nutrition classes for elementary students. ‘Taking tests again and again always manages to articipated hol. All Memorial sand Doug ‘alifornia Achievement Tests to help in establishing a Yards of crepe paper hung around the school during Spint Week Even facul jeinedin the decorating as Florence Gratzer, schoo! librarian, adds some crimson and gold to the library walls. Painting display boards was only one of many a jects handled by the technical theatre class— ichard Beam puts the final touches on the portable signboard. Times change, and so does equipment Although most of the new equipment cam — bought and received by the school was for the general good of the students, some of it was rarely seen or at least noticed by most of the studen’ The new signboard was probably the most noticed piece of new equipment ever bought by the school. It was placed out in front of the school along California Road. The signboard helped the community know when and what things were happening at Memorial. The signboard was originally a project of the Student Government, which, after many attempts, was unabl to raise sufficient funds to buy it. It was then passed on to Masquers, who gave the final $8 � purchased nd received a new x} and the orchestra received two new violas. Vocational Industrial Clubs of America (VICA) had a timeclock donated to them by McDonald’s Corp phone for use during classes for special projects. The Physical Education Department purchased a resuscitator for the pool area. It was used as an instructional device for students taking the lifesaving courses, New ideas, new tools Changing ideas bring a need for new ways to do them. In the past, the driver education instructors found that students were not getting enough driving time. They had to go all the way downtown to learn how to parallel park and manuever the car in traffic. A driving range was constructed beside the school where the instructors could set up situations from an observation tower without an instructor in the car. “This allows the student to feel more of a responsibility to what he is doing,” commented Jim Hales, driving instructor. For something different, the foods class got together with a class from Hawthorn Elementary School and made cookies using recipes from many different countries around the world. ‘The music department bought n. band instruments. Joe Phillips pl: xylophone. s the new As a finishing touch, Janie 0’ waist band to-a pair of pants made in eloth- ing class Steady hands and patience are ess Mike Anderson as he works with clay potter's wheel Projects not routine Making pots, performing skits, even walking down the hall blindfolded are jects are pasted, acted, written, Gilemasiiesd: but most of all they can be used to break the monotony of every day classroom books. John Stinespring, head of the social studies department, states, “I feel that class projects are useful ways for students to learn. They are also a good change in pace from the customary things all teachers have to do, I feel that I'll always use them,” Instead of sticking to the books, lots of teachers found class pro, keep their students occupied. For instance: Marketing and Distribution students are continually taking surv physics classes do experiments to prov formulas, and foreign language classes do skits to help develop the use of the language Projects alter day As I stumbled into the room, first hour, algebra, I finally realized where I was. Algebra! Gee, what a way to ruin an otherwise acceptable day. I had stayed up the night before trying to work the boring assignment that was due today. I sat down with a thud and started the usual routine of opening my book, fluffing it up, and laying my head on it to take a snooze. For the first five minutes of class, I usually listen to what's going on just for good measure. Listening to the teacher I heard him say, “I've decided to break up the routine of this week's assignments. Today we are going to play Monopoly.” I immediately sat up and asked another student if my ears were hearing correctly. She said, “Yes, isn’t it great!” It sure wa: that was the most interesting ¢ have ever spent in a math class. After that first hour, my whole day went okay. Stroking the varnish evenly, Rick Laird finishes his woods class project, a walnut magazine rack. Asa safety precaution against flying wood, Mike Hamm uses plastic safety glasses while drilling holes for a cabinet on the drill press. Weighing water soaked peas, Bill Sanders studies one aspect of determining the genetic differences in peas. a To help develop their u: M a recipe esis, B his room a new Roe works on a stereo cabinet months to get of bowls on the wood s through another in the Extra work different but continuous Extra work. It’s a blessing to a few people. It’ And, to others, extra work is something that isn't even bothered with. It comes in all shapes and sizes, from the long, confusing type to short and enjoyable. Teachers often show spirit by inventing interesting ways to convey their point, John Holtz says, “The most unusual homework assignment I’ve ever had was when we had to draw a circle and put designs in it that expressed our feelings. What's unusual is that it was a speech cla: “T like homework sometimes, but what I don’t like is when you get loads every night,” states Mel Elliott. The administration does not have standards set for homework. Gary Fry, vice-principal, explains, “We leave homework to the discretion of the teachers. Some use it, some don’t. When I was a teacher, I never loaded them down. Kids need to have time to be a curse to some kids.” Dr. Warren Breniman, assistant superintendent for secondary education, agrees, “It has to be the teacher's decision. A rigid standard won't work.” James Mayes, mathematics department chairman, states that his department has no standards except that, “We don’t assign it just for the sake of homework. Homework is important in math. To understand concepts, you must drill and practice.” According to all those interviewed, the current system of homework has no change in store for the future. Although homework assigned isn’t always done, the staff involved doesn't see tha problem. Mayes explains, “There are always students who won't do their work.” In any case, homework in any volume, has become a permanent part of the demic scene at Memorial To complete her survey, Judy Tarabek asks questions of Evelyn Danner. Marketing classes took several surveys as out-of-class work. Taking a break, Me! Elliott catches up on her work. Several worl d to study on the job. shorthand while 3 students found t Scanning the news, Bill Hutkins studies the latest ernment classes often took current event quizze Public Library provides a wide range o} valuable information for students. Monica Antonelli does researeh there, frequently Although the cafeteria is not the most. quiet place many, like Ta , find the noise unimportant nd The TV became a blac! white blur and the radio blare static notes. “When will I be able to figure these problems?” he muttered to the cat. The cat didn't answer. He regretted the day that he ever signed up for advanced math. He hadn’t been able to doa majority of the homework problems since day one of the semester. He had had this assignment for the last week and continued to put it off until the night before the � page of 25 problems were First hour, the next day and d done six It was 11:30. His eyes were bloodshot. His hands were shaking. Finally, he decided that he could progress no further that night. He dozed off with every intention of getting up early to finish it. He didn’t. Sometimes the night before wasn't enough to get ae 3 everything done. Kevon Alwine briefly finishes his He arrived in class, fully assignments in his car before school. expecting doom to fall down on his head. As he glanced at the blackboard, he noticed that the assionment was due the next Aw holastic Art is more than drawing Playing the guitar and working with plays, music, clay and charcoal are some of the many ways students pass the time. But they are more than just pastimes. They are arts and interesting classes that any student can take “Guitar class was designed for personal use mainly, and we're very lucky to have it here,” Dr. Fred Rierson tells of the class. The guitars and all equipment were donated by the Selmer Company to test the program for one semester. Music theory is a college prep course made available to students who plan to continue music studies in college, but any interested student may enroll. Drama is a part of the curriculum as an English course of literary value. But, according to teacher Coe Strain, it’s more than that: “It helps a student express himself with confidence in front of and along with others. It teaches students what to look for when watching a performance and how to behave as an audience.” of the arts provide a means of anding self and a method of said Linda Kennedy, art teacher. worked with Strain and Jo hn Stinespring in a class that was designed to explore all the arts, Humanities. But Humanities not only ineludes the subjects of the other arts classes, it also studies the art of interacting successfully with other human beings. under: expression Smoothing out the wrinkles with great care to make his clay sculpture sturdy and attractive is Mike Bilenki. Hanging on display is the sculpture that won Lori Mackowicz a first place in rts Awards contest in S jouth Bend. The award for Lé students from Mem id for seh ri’s il received, jarships and it awards that Puppy love in its truest form is revealed in this sketch by Karen Hibshman. This sketeh shows not only love between puppies, but for them Warming u store for the Teri Dutton, Looking at the musi and Kim Smoker find 01 Guests share knowledge, talents Memorial was provided with different artists when National Endowment for the Arts and the Indiana Arts Commission funded a grant for the “Artists-in-school Expressing the imagination is the main point of dance that 67-year-old Nancy Hauser wants to get across to her students. Hauser is the founder of a professional dance company from Minneapolis, the Guild of Performing Arts. ‘The dancers gave special childr and public performances in addition to a school assembly. During the assembly two company members performed dances that they choreographed themselves. Hauser encourages this, so that they may find themselves. The also taught many different classes, including photography, where some students did movements while others shot pictures. In late October, Third Distriet U n’s Congressman John Brademas spoke at a school assembly during his campaign for re-election. Later Brade was elected Majority Whip of the House. Students also heard Brademas’ opponent, Thomas Thorson, professor of political science In slow movement the dancers see what a fellow dancer wants to ¢ in Recherché, choreographed by Naney Hauser. Stressing his position, U.S, Congressman John Braden n. Brademas spoke at an assembly during his re-election campaign. Signaling the start of the game, Jim Kelly performs a choreographed movement involving the Olympies, which he simply calls “ABC's.” Reaching for the sky are three of the Nancy Hauser dancers in “Temporary Site.” The dancers offered a workshop during noon hour. Twirling around, a dancer does her part while thors are careful to catch her in a movement of Recherché.” With smiles of triumph Gary Lund and Heidi Jasmin bow at the end of their duct The piece was choreographed by Jasmin Bye.” tenderly, Linda Hackworth her and the dead son in a on Hughes’ “Soul Gone Home,” a part of the Black History Month presentation, Checking a photo essay, writer-in-residence Ona rin considers the possibilities of the pictures. Visitors create art Be program, Joan Kingston, a movement specialist from Utah, again worked with use of success with last year’s various classes in teaching studqnts dance movements. Kingston also worked with male and female athletes during lunch hour. “Kingston's workshops were very interesting and worthwhile,” one student stated. Ona Siporin, Elkhart Community School’s writer-in-residence, sha talent with many different groups. She visited writing classes and drama classes to help them develop different writing skills. Siporin worked with Kingston in one class where students Weary from the drudgeries of sla’ incorporated their dreams into a Sap ines arte Ros See Ay cote choreographed movement. In observance of Afro-American Heritage month, Siporin worked with a group of students in putting on a school assembly with musical and oral interpretations originally written or performed by blacks. ed her ry, members Hanging on theatre class ri Rat Races lly while riding a subway, a s to work in a choreographed day W) Assisting Miss Kingston, Walter White lends a hand in showing Kim Sime to relate to each other and space by portraying a sculpture. Kingston and her highs in the afternoon. Workshops were of fered after school. and Cuthy Thon ancers also visited junior pson how EACC doors open up job opportunities Some Memorial people never open the doors of the Career Center. But those who do find it is a different world from that experienced in the usual high school setting. Jay Baker says, “I take radio and I like it because it is completely different from normal school work. No classroom and the only textbooks are communications reference books. It gives mea chance for self-expression.” The Career Center covers a wide 6 The Career Cenfgrign'tall works, Selection of course opportunities, from Ne | 1d no play as sibaen here when Mobile Home Construction to Computer eve Melkus takega break inthe } 7, : pe J dent lounge Programming. Twenty-three different courses were offered this y of many specialized pieces it a student must learn to use patience, perserverance and steady something as intricate as the piece Jeff Richner is working on 70 Attaching a plate for offset printing is, Jade MacDougall. She is taking a course in Vocational Gr apbic Arts ‘Trying to get the exact cut neede adjusts the blade height. In Machine Trades, the students use both intricate and massive machines, Calibrating the micro-wave transmitter link for WVPE-F'M., is Donn Dalton. Dalton is completing ‘cond year radio class Making use of her green thumb, Tina Iavagnilio ties a tomato plant stem to a stake. The greenhouse supports a variety of plants Bri, but Career ecomplishyther loctronies, Trades are important “Placement is one of the single most important measures at EACC. It is job placement which will ultimately point out the degree to which students who received training in our vocational skills es are prepared to assume their positions as responsible members in the world of work,” comments Ted Jackson, a counselor for Career Center students. ast year the Center placed 2 seniors out of 367. Of those placed, 122 were put in training-related employment. Job offerings have increased since last year and so has the placement percentage,” Jackson said. Gale Rhinesmith who is taking a course in Distributive Education says, “If you want to learn about managing stores, it’s a good course to take. It’s fun and if you're interested and willing to work, it’s worth it. Job opportunities are often made available by a business calling in ahead to request a certain student. As the Center's reputation for training Working under a hood is where it's at for Rod : Stemm. Stemm is giving the engine a tune-up which students develops, more businesses are S's basic operation tor s mechante making requests EACC teachers report. Preparing to thread a narrow fuel line with a tap and die wrench set, is Ken Wagoner. Wagoner is in his small engine repair class. ation class Gale Rhinesmith ta ory ts merchandise to resell from area mei Some have questions, EACC has answers The Career Center has made it sible for many students to reach a lite: -long goal. For Brett Demond, it has given him the chance to work with something he had only wished for: “Working with cameras is something I could never imagine myself doing. I thought it was too fantastic to really be able to do. It’s great and I love it. I'm glad that I had the chance to take it.” C t the Career Center make it possible for students to become trained ina field which, otherwise, they probably would never be able to pursue. The Center has the facilities and the teachers to train graduates to take their position among the ranks of the employed in a job they really like. Forking the bottom pie crust, Sam Sheppard tries his hand at baking a pie. The food service operates aeafeteria in the Career Center. To finish Cosmetology and earn full credit, students must work two years, four hours each day. Linda Neitzke is in her second year. Working during his photography VanZil dj perfectly Working with a hi smooths the roug! repainted by his Aut The excitement and drama of throughout the year until late athletic competition always spring. And they weren’t finished displays a source of energy, when school ended, with some power, and spirit. With 16 varsity state competitions remaining. sports, the energy started Only when the last meet was pouring out as early as June for held, the fans had all left, and all athletes individually preparing the awards were handed out, was for their seasons. In August, the __ there time to look back at the fall sports began to work out, fantastic amount of energy, drill, and limber up for the year. _ po’ and spirit that was Before school had even started, exhibited, win or lose, by the teams were getting ready. hundreds of athletes, ma nagers, Practices after school and on the weekends continued for many coaches, and fans. Intent on keeping balanced, Mark Losee practices part of his parallel bars routine. Losee, captain of the gymnastics team, participated in the all- around competition and was in every event but one. With mixed feelings, Varsity Chéerleader Jody Paine watches the action on the football field. Almost unending energy was shown by the cheerleaders as they motivated Charger spirit. Outstretched arms reach for the shot as Lisa Clausen digs the ball toward the opponents’ side of the net. Clausen played on the junior varsity squad all year and was a leading play Warming up with a jump rope, Jack Kelly gets ready for wrestling practice. Jumprop with weightlifting and calisthenics were pa daily routines to increase stamina and endurance. With goggles to protect his eyes against chlorine, swimmer Bob Leuchtner improves his strength by using the kick board. Leuchtner swam in multi events, including the 100 meter backstroke Gridders make goals The Charger gridders flexed their muscles early in the season and the fa were given something to cheer about. Under new head coach Dale Rems, the team defeated its first three foes in high-spirited fashion, allowing only points to the 60 points that the Chargers scored, ‘The team was responsible for making a few changes in the school’s record book. This year marked the first time the team won the initial contest of the season. The gridders are also responsible for continuing the school’s longest winning streak in varsity football when they won their first three games which were added to last year’s 7-3 record. With a 6-4 final, the Chargers attained the second best season in the school’s im Hull broke the all- time rushing record of Mike Raber with yards accumulated in three seasons, ‘Trying to escape, Jim Hull, Memorial's fullback and leading ground gainer, sees the end zone just. few yards away. Hull, a powerful runner, became the school’s leading rusher with 790 yards this season. Calisthenies like these jumping-jacks were part of the football team’s daily workout. Exercises like these helped prepare them for the work to be done later so no muscles would be pulled Varsity Football MHS — Opp. - ¥ S.B. LaSalle F. W. Northrop : 0 M.C. Elston Mishawaka S.B. Washington Penn S.B. Riley S.B. St. Joe Elkhart Central S.B, Adams Season Record 6-4 Hitting law, Tony Thomas shows his tackling ability as he brings down Central's Cor} ton. Tony was the leading tackler for the rgers. He was also the only underclassma achieving this commendation. en '50), David (8) take a defense a ch: to show th 1. These three made up a good share of Memorial's offensive line Striding off the field Joe Gi iman (72), and Mark ak to give th it atu! Rolling out to pass, No. 16 Jim Monta, locate a receiver down the field. Besides being able to pass, Jim was Memorial’s punter, averaging 34 yards with his longest one geing 51 yards. no tries to Team triumphs for Mangy In the annual rivalry with Central, the Chargers retained the Mangy Lion ina hard-fought overtime thriller. After deadlocking at 7-all in the first quarter, neither defense allowed a score. In overtime, the Chargers scored on their first possession with Terry Peoples running the touchdown in. The defense then withstood a strong passing attack by Central. As the Blazers’ pass attempt failed with the ball falling uncaught, pandemonium immediately broke out as fans began chanting, “This is Charger Country.” ‘The gridders were led on the field by senior quarterback Jim Montagano. Montagano was given added support on offense from senior fullback Jim Hull and junior backs Rod Morgan and Scott Welch. Hull was the leading rusher with 783 yards for the year. Jim was captain of the team along with Kevin Foy. Hull also shared the valuable player award selected by the Elkhart Truth with Morgan. Foy recovered the most fumbles and was the recipient of the Glenn Sileott award for excellent achievement on the defensive line. Mark Beausir received the same award, but Finding little daylight, sophomore Terry Peoples attempis to get ER ‘eniral’s defense. Terry carried the ball 83 times for 141 yards and two touchdowns, one in the Central game. Thinking hard, Memorial's new head Coach Dale Rems watches his team and wonders about what needs worked on. Coach Rems came from S. B. Riley where he was assistant football and head wrestling coach. + YE EPG LATER, ET TIS E TBSE for the offensive line. Tony Thomas made the most tackles overall, while Jeff Troyer had the most tackles throwing the opponents for a loss. This included several sacks. Dave Miller was the leading pass receiver, catching 16 for 180 yards and a touchdown in the Central game. Montagano stated, “Last year’s team had far more potential than this year’s team, but our records were simil He attributed this to the fact that this year’s team always gave its all Leaping high in the air, quarterback Jim Montagano tries to get a pass over the defense. Jim completed 51 percent of his passes for 579 yards and three touchdowns. His longest pass was 34 yards. “Blocking on the Boards” was a drill used often to help imrove blocking strength. In the drill, the man on defense tries to get past the man 0 offense without overstepping the boundarie: the boards FRONT ROW—Tim Kunigonis, Richard Beam, Jeff Troyer, Joe Greenlee, Kevin Foy, Jim Hull, Mark Beausir, Jim Mon! ECOND ROW—Will Bramley, Joe Montagano, Mike Anderson, John Ganyard, Jon Raber, Jeff Taska, Kevin Quin| rsten, Rod Morgan, Billy Robinson. THIRD ROW—Brad Hostetler, Pat Melkus, David Selman, Mark Ki Merritt, Bob Reames, Brad Peters, Scott Welch, Mike Aaron. FOURTH ROW—Donnie Taylor, Bob Weaver, Brent Spring, Jim Gattm acMillan, Roland Gamble, Mark Bryson, FIFTH ROW—Mike Cedric Clark, Brad Beaver, Cory Clark, Monty Kelly, Nafe Alick, ris Carter. SIXTH ROW—Robert Booze, Coaches Eger, Rem: Lattimer, Trainer Bill Evans, Jeff Morris, Jim MacMi ino, Rock Compan ion, Dave Miller. JV’s draw “Under the circumstances, the junior varsity squad did a super job, said Coach Mike Lattimer. Coach Lattimer also added, “Junior varsity football at Memorial is used to give the player experience and a stepping stone to var- sity.” With new head Coach Dale Rems spending most of his time teaching his new methods to the varsity team, the junior varsity team was left to roam. This was the first year the J. didn’t have Saturday practices. Since their games were on Monday it was hard for them to keep their timing, according to Lattimer. Timing is very important in football, especially to the offenss where, for instance, the quarterback has called the signals and the ball has been hiked. He turns to hand off, but nobody is there. He has either already moved ast the quarterback or hasn't reached the spot to grab the ball. Only a great deal of practice can perfect this In total points, the Chargers managed to out-score This established a 4-4-1 record. Under a rush is quarterback Bob W looks down field for a receiver. Bob injured Tim Kunigonis as place kicker for the sity. Tom MacMillan (65) helps Weaver with some needed protection. ae ‘The battle begins for the Chargers when Brad Beaver kicks off. Beaver shows a good follow- through, which helped him gain distance and accu- racy. Kicking for the varsity, Beaver was 10 for 10 in the after-touchdown point kick department, The Charger offense prepares to launch its attack with its backs split wide. This leaves the quarter- back with several options. He ean pass, lateral, roll, or hand off. JV Football MHS Opp. NorthWood S.B. LaSalle M.C. Elston Mishawaka S.B. Washington Penn S.B. Adams S.B. Riley Central Season Record NIC Record 8-4-1 tie Elkhart Memorial Charger defense as they show their opponents their crush- ing strength. The Charger defense held SB Riley scoreless, defeating them 20-0, Doing thelr job is t Making a shoe-string tackle, the Chargers stop the Wildcats from making very much forward progress, Seott Merritt (40) moves in quickly to assist. Merritt was a fullback for the JV team, ‘Trying to find running room, Robert Booze attempts to get past a strong defense rush by th South Bend Riley Wildcats. Booze, a sophomore, is sound prospect for next year’s varsity team. ‘Talks were given by Coach Ted Noffsinger whenever he felt it was nncessry to explain the team strategy. These talks must have worked; ‘cross country had its best season ever: 99. Harriers gain .500 goal If you work hard enough and long enough almost anything can be accomplished. The cross country team started turning the tables around this year by winning 50 percent of its meets, closing the season 9-9. Coach Ted Noffsinger hopes now that cross country has started winning some of its meets an interest will be generated in the sport. With that happening, more runners might come out for the sport and strengthen the team, Noffsinger said, “The smallness (numbers) of this year’s team definitely hurt.” Memorial surprised a number of its opponents, including South Bend LaSalle, which they nipped by one point. LaSalle’s coach was heard harping, “That can't be.” ‘This was the first year for the One Thousand Mile Club. A runner becomes a member of this club if he runs 1,000 miles from the end of school in June to its beginning in August. Almost every member of the team ran some during the summer, but Dave Bussard was the only one to complete all 1,000 miles. The harriers placed eighth in the sectional, 130 points ahead of the ninth place finisher. They notched off 98 points from last year’s sectional score, but only moved up one place. The most experienced team in Memorial's short history is coming back next year with a possible five returning lettermen. They will be strengthened by two strong seniors Dave Bussard and Mark Mravec, who regularly ran in the two and three spots. Jim Reiff was captain and most valuable player for his second consecutive year. Dennis Sever received the most valuable sophomore award. Cross country had a lot of good sophomore runners who together placed second at the Central Invitational. im Reiff ond Dat somnbof the mandtohiy out ® Nhings Bot runners were in and two spots throughout the, year Cross Country MHS Op} South Bend Clay 26-38 East Noble 88-25 Sturgis 30-25 Northridge 26-81 Northwood 89-22 South Bend St. Joe 23-82 South Bend La Salle 21-28 Penn 35-24 Jimtown 17-46 Michigan City Elston 88-25 South Bend Riley 21-29 Mishawaka 30-29 Central 34-25 South Bend Adams 25-84 South Bend Washington 19-39 Plymouth 30-25 Mishawaka Marian 28-36 Goshen 36-19 Season Record 9-9 NIC Record 6-6 Leading the Jave Bussard, Dennis Hacker and Jim Reiff show Jimtown runner the course, Before every meet, the runners must go over the entire course to know where to go during the race. Determination kept sophomore Denn ‘going. Unable to run because of a knee injury earlier in the year, Dennis worked hard and eame back to be the most valuable sophomore runner. FRONT ROW—Manager Vi . Tim Ma Reiff, Wes Jones, Ted Knudson, Truong Giang, Dennis H B. Dave Bussard, Doug Miller, Mark Nothstine, Jim Reiff, c Netters finish strong The best description of the Charger tennis season would use only seven words: A slow start and a strong finish. In fact, Coach Mark Mow commented, “From the middle of the season on, we were vastly improved, and by the end of the season we were playing extremely good tennis.” ‘The netters’ 10-9 record does not show how good that tennis really was. After the first half of the season their record was 2-6, In six of the nine losses the seore was 3-2. The netters surprised several teams with their new strength and became runners-up in the sectional. The varsity team was composed of Bill Atwood, Jerry Faux, Neil Peterson, Doug Palmeter, Dave Atwood, Dan Kuo, and Dave Kuo. Tennis Memorial Lost Plymouth 32 MC. Elston 32 Mishawaka 3-2 Jimtown S.B. St. Joe Goshen Bremen S.B. Riley Penn Concord Northwood S.B. Adams 4-1 S.B. Washington 3-2 Central 50 S.B. LaSalle Season Record: 7-8 Sectional Record: 3-1 Memorial Won Opponent Reaching low for a forehand, Dan Kuo completes ashot in singles play. Dan performed well under stress, winning two close matches in the sectionals. His season record was 14-8, Bill Atwood had a 10-10 record, while My Faux chalked up a 17-6 mark. Peterson won 11 and lost the same amount, Palmeter went 15-8, and Dave Atwood, often at the tough No. 1 spot, had a 6-14 record. Dan Kuo won 14 and lost 8, while Dave Kuo racked up a 13-9 record. If an excellent junior varsity team can help out this year’s varsity returnees, than tennis fans have nothing to worry about. The junior varsity lost only one meet this year making its record 7-1. Jerry Faux was named captain of the tennis team at the fall sports banquet. For the first time in tennis, the most valuable player award went to someone other than a senior, sophomore Dan Kuo. { tee serene cae we His face contorted with effort, junior Neil ae Peterson hits an overhead smash, his specialty Here, fend P Peterson competed mostly at doubles and chalked % Bill, Bare! Sueeet Dan kee -Palmeter, Jerry Faux, Neil Peterson, Dan upan 11-11 ord during the season. R f, Seott ite Reda , Grog Gattman, Craig Hodgson, Pierre: Retreating while watching lob, freshman Dave Kuo shows the form that made him one of Memorial's top players. Kuo, who often played in the top spots, posted a 13-9 record during the season. Concentrating on the ball, sophomore Dave Atwood completes a backhand. Atwood posted a 6-14 record during the 1976 season, even though he was often forced to play in the number one spot. Jerry Faux hits a backhard volley at the net as his partner Watches. Faux, team captain, posted a 17-6 mark, while Palmeter’s record was 15-8. Explaining a technique, coach Carolyn Cook uses time between matches to give instructions to Cindy Dunham, Beth Smith, Tracy Companion, Kim Jackson and Leigh Ann MacKenzie listen. Preparing to set up a good shot for a teammate, Beth Smith anticipates the ball as Kelly Baum watches and waits for an opportunity to return the volley to the opponents. Record doesn’t show ability It was a challenging yea volleyball team as it ended its 8-11. The record does not refl well-played games they h Carolyn Cook. Coach Cook commented about th season, “It was enjoyable; was very good and it’s getting better every year.” Kelly Baum, expressing her feelings that the 1976 volleyball team h: improved over last year, said, “It was a much more clever and understanding team than in years past. The girls got along much better, which made teamwork more productive. Jackie Fletcher said, “I believe we worked harder this season.” Baum and Fletcher agreed that their schedule was much tougher this y with the addition of South Bend teams. This was the first year for the volleyball team to compete in Northern Indiana conference pla For the first time in Elkhart, volleyball teams for fifth and sixth graders were formed to develop skills earlier in school like the programs of al other conference opponents. JV. volleyball had an equally challenging year. They too had well- played games which they lost, stated Cook. Their season ended at 2-10. ‘ext year’s team will have possibly three returning lettermen, along with several experienced girls from the junior varsity. All will have experience that is necessary for a winning team, id Coach Cook. The Charger volleyball team will certainly have that xperience, remarked Cook Kelly Baum was chosen as captain and most valuable player by her teammat With outstretched arms Lisa Clausen prepares for her “dig shot” that will send the ball back over the net to the opposing team, where it will be their problem to worry about. ophomore Beth Wenger wuth Bend Riley junior varsity team, The team lost to Riley, 11-15 and Varsity Volleyball orthridge yncord ishawaka ishawaka Marian uth Bend Cl Season record: Conference record: s banquet. T! vas Secording to Coach Cook, but came out on the short end as their season was FIRST ROW—Coach Carolyn Cook, Companion and Leigh Ann Mack. Fletcher, Jenny Moreland, Kim Jackson, Beaverson. BACK ROW—Manager Sharon Maure, Polly Judy Robinson, Robin Baum and Lisa Clausen: lly Baum, Cindy Dunham, Beth Smith, Tracy 1 ROW. r Lisa Wenger, Jackie Gina Companion and Nani Geyer, Lisa Thomas, Beth Wenger, Girls’ basketball has best season Girls’ basketball at Memorial took another step forward as they became a member of the Northern Indiana Conference, thi This was the gir as they finished with a 10-4 mark. They started the season with a seven game winning streak. Senior Kelly Baum said, “I feel it was the best season ever. We had a close team that worked together. It was for this reason that we had the best season for girls’ basketball at Memorial.” Memorial was equally balanced in scoring and rebounding. Overall, senior Cindy Dunham led the team in scoring and junior Kim Jackson and Baum were the rebounding leaders. In sectional action, the girls’ suffered a 40-30 loss to Elkhart Central, sectional champions “We didn’t go very far in the sectional, but I was really proud to be a part of this year’s girls’ basketball team,” remarked Dunham. ing down the floor, two Memorial guards, jarvey and Cheryl Price, begin the Although guards usually don’t score, re responsible for ball-handling. Under pressure, Paula Henderson tries dribbling around her opposition to set. up a fast break, Henderson sparked many Charger drives to the hoop. Girls’ Basketball MHS Opponents Jimtown 38 18 St. Joe 38 18 Lakeland 37 26 Bethany 45 38 New Prairie 58 2 Westview 45 43 Concord 52 49 Northridge 44 50 Goshen 62 45 Central Cancelled Mishawaka 41 46 North Wood 41 % Warsaw 43 a Holiday Tourney: Northridge 38 53 Goshen 56 38 Season Record 10-4 _ ping high, but not for the ball, Kelly Ba ave mistimed her jump. Baum didn't do she was Memoriail’s leading rebounder. letcher retrieved the ball afterward. One on one, the boards. J placeme practice -yl Price and Kim Jackson go for ekson seems to have a small dge. This type exereise is used in � stimulate man-to-man play Quickly passing the ball away, Cindy Harvey seeks to get the ball inside for a better percentage shot. Efficient passing is the key to wins which Cindy Harve son, Sherrill Bramley, Jane’ owers. BACK ROW—Lisa Wenger, Lannette Spiv r. SECOND ROW—Lori Viaeminek, Chery! ‘oach Sharon Swartley, Kim Miller. Ql Strong defense key to many JV wins Close, suspenseful and thrilling were exactly how most Memorial junior varsity gz record was 15-4 mes turned out to be. Their This year because of several unusual circumstances several JV players saw varsity game time. Coach Steve Johnson Many junior varsity players were limited in the amount of time they could play JV ball because they were needed on the varsity.” Any playel only four quarters per night Since the JV team was usually outsized, they were forced to use a strong defense to keep the opposing said, ' ean play Two feet off the ground and under a lot of pressure, Robert Booze tries putting another bal through the hoop. Booze, quick on his feet, was able to get in underneath. ‘Twisting his body, Bob Weaver lays the bs high on the backboard. Charger cage trouble getting the ball inside a gainst S. B. Riley but still won 48-39, A jump shot was used by Phil Smith to get the ball over the head of his opponent. The Charger junior varsity team shot 41 percent from the field this on team away from the basket and create turnovers. This held the game scores down. The defense had their best game during the holiday tourney when they kept Central away from the hoop and caused them to turn over the ball frequently When looking at next year’s varsity team prospects, Johnson thinks it will be hard to predict. Johnson stated, “in order for a JV player to move up to the nd be suc improve about 30 percent in every aspect of his game.” varsity sful, he must Reaching for a rebound, Donnie Taylor outjumps his opponents. The Chargers were usually out- sized and always tried to work on their positioning, While shooting a free throw, Mike G: reful aim, The junior varsity made 5 heir free throw attempts during the JV Basketball Northridge Central Plymonth M. C, Elston Pairfield 8. B, LaSalle Concord NorthWood 8. B. Adams M. C. Rogers 8. B. Riley 8. B. Washington Warsaw Mishawaka Goshen Penn 8. B. St. Jc FRONT ROW—Robert Lewis, Mike Lough, Dennis Sever, Jeff Reiff, Robert Boo Aaron. BACK ROW—Mike Lussier, Mike Gary, Phil Smith, Gary Knowles, Doug Mark Bryson. Donnie Taylor, Mike nitz, Bob Weaver, Styles keep opposition guessing ‘The signs of the times for the Charger basketball team were housed in Coach Jack Ford's beat-up cardboard box. Often, a hand-held marquee instructed the team on what to do in a crucial situation. This was only one of the many innovations the first year coach brought with him from Booneville. Enthusiastic and resourceful, Ford started a new brand of basketball at Memorial The Chargers were not without their � s, though. Several narrow losses, ic crowd, and other problems resulted in a disappointing 3-18 record for the season. Frustrating as all this , the young cagers never lost their spirit or determination; game after game, the team gave their all. ‘The Chargers were led by senior guard Robert Warren. Warren was the sparkplug for the team, leading the scoring with an average of 15.1 points per game. He also led in assists, as he set up 63 scores for the season. Other key performers for the team included juniors forward Bill Sever and center Dan Greenlee. Sever scored 10.8 points per game and pulled down 8.6 rebounds. Greenlee, the tallest of the cagers, bagged an average 7 rebounds and scored 8.2 points per game. Rounding out the roster were senior Jin Malcom, juniors Buzz Goode and Bruce Taylor, and sophomores Terry Peoples, Gary Mike Aaron, Mark Bi Granitz, and Robert Boow The cagers utilized a variety of playing styles throughout the Among them are the four cornet and the fast break. Against Mishawak the Chargers n slowdown tac 18. On other occasions, the team employed a super-fast game plan. The opposing coaches never knew what to expect. Leaping high into the air, Bill Sever attempts a hook shot, ven though he was sidelined early in the year with a broken jaw. Sever averaged 10 . points FRONT ROW—Coach Steve Johnson, Jack Ford, Mark Bryson, ren, Jim Maleom. BACK ROW—Terry Peoples, Mike Gary, Gary Knowles, Doug Granitz, Dan Greenlee, Buzz Goode, Bil In this game against third-ranked Munster, the Chargers proved that they were not a team to be taken lightly, as the symmetrical scoreboard shows. Prepares to start the game by tipping it to i¢ of the team’s most consistent players Varsity Basketball MHS Opponents Northridge £2 Central 2 Plymouth M.C. Elston Fairfield S.B. alle Concord NorthWood S. B. Adams M. C. Rogers B, Riley B, Washington Warsaw Mishawaka Goshen Penn S.B. St. Joe Northrop Conference record 1-7 Chargers claim crown Winning the sectional championship has become a tradition for the Memorial wrestling team. The grapplers were ssful in winning their second ight title and their third in the hool’s five year history In winning the team title, six Chargers claimed individual crowns. They were Tim Coleman at 105 lbs., Doug Skinner at 119, Jim Hull at 155, Rod Morgan at 167, Dave Petersen at 177, and Bob McLain at heavy weight. Also qualifying for the regionals were Rick McCollough at 126 and Brian Kelm at In the regionals, Coleman and Morgan finished with fourth places, Hull FIRST ROW—Cruie Corpe, Joe Summers, Monte Ray Anderson, Brian Kelm. BACK ROW—Martin Kelly, Ste claimed a third place finish, and McLain earned a semi-state bid with a second place showing. He was defeated in the first round at Fort Wayne. Team captains were Rock Companion and Hull. The Most Valuable Wrestler of 1977 was Jim Hull. McLain had the most pins with seven, and Coleman had the fastest fall in a time of 24 seconds. Doug Skinner was cited as the Most Promising Underclassman. Because of severe weather this winter, the wrestlers were forced to cancel two meets and one tournament. The grapplers finished their season with a 2-6 record mith, Chris Conlisk, Jim McC! Rod Morgan, Dave Petersen, Rick Williams, Bob McLain, Rick McCollough. Wrestling MHS 8. B. LaSalle 20 S. B. Washington u Penn “4 NorthWood Tourney 6th New Haven Tourney 7th M.C. Elston Forfeit-lost S. B. Adams 23 37 S. B. Riley 37 19 Mishawaka 6 48 Hobart Tourney 7th Central Forfeit-won Season and NIC record 2+ Opponents IV Wrestling 29 24 39 M.C. Elston Forfeit-lost S. B. Adams S. B. Riley Mishawaka Central Forfeit-won Season and NIC record 4-4 elland, Dave Fritz, Tim Coleman, Pat Conlisk, Doug Skinner, Dean, Steve Schemenauer, Mark Salee, Tim Marvel, Tim Forester, Rock Companion, Pat McNair, Jim Hull, Jn top, Bob McLain seems to have the advantage from the start and ypponent over. McLain wrestled in the heavyweij ‘ort Wayne. in the process of turning his ight division and made it to the semi state competition in Using a hook, Doug Skinner tries to roll his in this sectional on to win the sectional, ing his opponent and stalling for time Jim Hull tries to collect his thoughts. Being able to think quickly is one of a wrestler’s best tools, Hull won his sectio ich at 155 pounds, Almost in a handstand Rod Morgan's opponent seems to be rendered helpless, Morgan almost put him in a surf board position, Morgan also won in th onal. Spirit is important For a Charger coach, responsibilities were not only teaching methods, but also generating spirit. Some Memorial coaches expressed their ideas about how creating spirit was worked into their game plan. New head football coach Dale Rems said, “I like to prepare my team mentally for the game by helping them predict what the other team is going to do. Winning the first game of the year is very important, but I like to play consistent ball and not peak too much. We were really up for the Central game; it was great when we won, but the team didn’t seem to realize we still had another game to play. When we played the next game we weren't up for it at all. Also if you really get up for a game and lose, it ean really hurt the morale of the team.” tt Pep ae Jack Ford, head basketball coach, s his selling point as enthusia: game. Ford stated, “If at player is to become a su first become enthusiastic about the game. Fan backing and support also help any team. I tried over the intercom to generate much-needed student interest in the game.” Al Reames, the wrestling coach, answered, “I leave the motivation up to the seniors. If you are going to stay out with the grueling workouts and hot temperatures (90 degrees), you have to be dedicated to the sport. With this type it I need to do very little to get eam up for a meet.” .¢ These pictures illustrate-some of the emotion and spirit generated by the coaches. On page 98 (left and top), football coach Dale Rems, page 98 (bottom right) and page 99 (left and top), basketball coach Jack Ford, and page 99 (bottom right) wrestling coach Al Reames display their school and team spirit. Im Gymnastics expands Minor sports are consistently gaining in popularity. Gymnastics does not quite match the vogue of football and baseball, but it certainly stood out in the 1976 Olympic games. A normal practice immediately after school. The guys set up the equipment and then take time to do a few warm-up exercises that deal mainly with stretching. Each man then goes to his individual apparatus. Not only do the team members practice at the five regular sessions during the week, but many work out extra hours on Saturdays. Ringman Craig Keller, a first place trophy winner at the Concord Invitational, commented, “The team was a close group. Everyone knov everyone else and even know the other members’ routines. Also there is a lot of helping each other. for the team starts Each event has its own qualifications, which consist of A, B, and C-moves with C-moves being the most difficult and A- moves are mainly moves which require great strength and much time to perfect,” stated Coach Dennis Wolf. The judges look for the qualifications of a gymna: pecfic routine. He looks for what the gymnast doesn’t have to fulfill his special routine. The judge may ask himself questions like, Did he make it look nice and easy or did he struggle through it? The judge finishes the scoring by taking points off for each qualification that wasn’t met. When asked how he felt during the Keller stated, “There is no real comfortable meet, but it does feel better at home. You're used to the equipment you work on all the time.” Work on the rings requires a great di strength, but when doing a Maltese ero: seems important. Craig Keller, the Chargers’ best ringman, grimaces during the move. Chalking his hands, Bria event. The chalk keeps the gymnast's hands from being damaged when friction causes them to sweat and stick during the event Hadley prepares for his (ONT ROW—Brian Hadley, Mike ekson, Bob Chester, Da Aone-arm handstand is being attempted by senior Roy Crabtree while he works on moves to improve his routine. Crabtree did not perfect this C-move for competition. On the parallel bars, Mark Losee performs an L- seat while he starts to swing and get height for his next exercise. The L-seat takes a great deal of lower back muscle control. r Boys’ Gymnastics MHS Opponents Angola 108 105 Wabash 98 Crown Point 112.87 Central 104 109 8. B. Adams NorthWood Jimtown 109. 93.3 Concord 106 112 Memorial Invitational 3rd Concord Invitational 7th Season record 4-4 Roy Crabtree, Bre aig Smally, Kim Stickel. BACK ROW. t Farver, Tim McCollough, Ted Coleman, Craig Keller, Tim voach Dennis Wolf, Bill Richmond, Pat Allan, Jeff Rezutko. 101 sa0 Faster times pace year A record of 6-8 overall and 2-5 in the Northern Indiana Conference certainly does not represent the ability of the girls’ swim team, if one looks at the times registered during the season. Six school records and one city record were broken this year. School records were changed by the 200 meter medley team of Janet Gaydos, Joanne Gaydos, Jane Atwood, and Cheryl Warner; 400 free relay team of Warner, Janet Gaydos, Jenny Yeoman, and Atwood; by Jenny Yeoman in the 100 free; by Warner in the 500 free; by Joanne Gaydos, 100 back, and by Atwood in the 100 breast. Her 1:13.3 time is also a city record. Atwood and Yeoman and both relay teams qualified for the state meet at FRONT ROW—Joanne Gaydos, Jane Atwood, Jenn; Leers, Sherrie Stow, Shelia Bessey, Linda VanKirk, Ball State University December 10-11. Atwood, a freshman at Westside, went on to place 6th in the 100-yard breaststroke in the state finals. Chris Nee, in her first year as coach, said that she is very optimistic about next season: “Of the five girls who went to state, only one was a senior. Of the 15 girls on the squad, there were only four seniors. I'm really looking forward to next season since I now have a year of experience and there will be some very talented girls coming back. We had a lot of fun this year. I think everyone learned a lot more than just how to swim. . . that’s really what team sports are all about.” Co-captains on this year’s squad were seniors Jenny Kirby and Linda Watson. Ly M B = y Yeoman. SECOND ROW—Jan Ronk, Melissa ‘Nedra Staliter. THIRD ROW—Janet Gaydos, Fortino. BACK ROW—Cheryl Warner, Jenny Kirby, Linda Watson, Laura Ulery, and Coach Chris Nee. Plunging through the surface, diver Sherrie Stow nears the bottom of the pool. Stow was Memorial's number one diver, several times coming within a few points of the school record. Girls’ Swimming MHS = Opp. Culver 81 91 Penn | Mishawaka Marian 10664 Central 53119 S.B. LaSalle 2 © 90 Wawasee 92 80 Mishawaka % 95 New Prairie 107 65 SB. Riley 8092 S.B. Clay 58114 | S.B. Adams 60 iil S.B. Washington 10269 Concord 10959 Goshen 80 (92 Season Record: 6-8 N.LC. Record: 2-5 Churning through the water with plenty of Jane Atwood practices the breaststroke w! took her to state, At state she placed 6th with a city record time of 1:18.8. Go, Go, Gol. -Co-Captains Jenny Kirby and Linda Wat he 400 freestyle relay on toward the finish, Both Kirby and Walsos stim freestyle events to give the team valuable points. From a different viewpoint, Cheryl Warner is iT larner usually practices other strokes to break the habit. Grabbing a breath of air, sophomore Melissa Leers strives toward the finish: Leers swam freestyle for Memorial and was important in adding depth to the team. Cheers pace tankers “Pull! Pull! Pull!” If you are hearing these words you're probably at a Memorial swim meet. Spirit wasn't lacking from the team, but the number of swimmers was a problem. Cheers that sparked enthusiasm included; “I've got that feeling”, “Relay, relay, relay go and “A tale that has always been told, true champions wear crimson and gold,” echoed through the pool. This spirit was constantly bringing the swimmers to new peaks. Against Penn, the tankers were fired up and swam some of their best times ever to sneak by Penn 87-84. Two records fell this year including diving and the 200 individual medley. Bill Haslem smashed the diving record by scoring 248.95 points. This broke both pool and school records. Haslem was only a sophomore. Bob Leuchtner set the new 200 individual medley record with a time of 2:15.4. Dennis Hacker commented on the team’s lack of depth, “It put a lot of pressure on you because things were scheduled so close. Sometimes you would be tired from your previous event,” Coach Stan Robinson stated, “I was pleasantly surprised with the outcome of this season. We lost a lot of swimmers last year, and it made quite a few holes to be filled. The team as a whole worked very hard to achieve their 6-7 record. I was pleased!” FRONT ROW—Dave Atwood, Andy Holtz, Kurt Reiners, John Fisher. SECOND ROW—Mike Brown, Cam Findlay, Ron Glick, John Ganyard, Bruce Dea: Robinson. THIRD ROW—Dennis Hacker, Tom Chester, Kei Faux Mike Bane, Jon Cook, Coach Stan Higginbottom, Russ Treadway, Jerry S plit in two Bill Halsem seems to be half in and half out of the water. Halsem spent a lot of time doing this type of thing. He came in each night fand practiced from 6:00 to 8:00 on his ow Boy's Swimming MHS Opponents S.B. LaSalle 110 59 Central 66 104 S.B.Washington 112 Penn 87 Wawsee 89 LaPorte 64 M.C. Elston 2 61 51 50 9% Marian 89 Concord 69 Season record 6-7 Conference record 4-4 p the water Bob Leuchtner str an attempt to beat the clock. Leuchtner urth in the sectional in breaststroke and 200 individual medley Jon Cook shows his style brought jorial’s school Hold durin used most often ates enough speed hrough a practice of Noon intramurals gain popularity Students with boring lunch hours found the answer in noontime intramural sports. Sports planned for this program included basketball, volleyball, table tennis, water polo, and soccer More than 450 persons participated. n take up ‘amurals Since being in major sports c much time, participating in in turned out to be the answer. The intramural sport requiring the ‘The Indiana Champs were the 1 Chester House, Robert House, Nath Roger Neal. Each of them received Redm intramural basketball champs, BACK ROW- most supervision and organization was basketball. A lot of supervision was needed to make sure the gam smoothly. Both basketball coaches, Steve Johnson and Jack Ford, officiated the games. This also gave them a chance to scout for possible prospects for next year’s team. In the past, players from officiated the consisted of two 12- es ran the varsity team h: games. game minute halves wit one minute Otis Honor id. FRONT ROW—Terry Malone, Bill Malone, C rts declaring their status. halftime. The clock never stopped during this time. Playoff games were played to determine a champion and the Indiana Champs came up on top. Volleyball appeared to be the only sport in which many girls showed an interest. There were no mixed teams, but Rick McCollough thinks, “It would be great if the boys’ and girls’ winners would play each other in the end.” In a crowd, Rick Biney tries to find someone down the court to unload the ball o, Competition was excited during the intramural games and many plays ended in a similar trap. Trying for two, Steve Tubbs uses an underhand lay-up with some stiff opposition coming from Scott Welch, Since play wasn't organized, fast breaks scored the majority of the points. ' rr Aiming under pressure, Vic off a shot in one of the More than 100 students and 16 teams particip in the intramural basketball program. yes on the nticipate just where it will Physical fitness is necessary Maintaining mental energy requires stretching more than your mind. Ph.D Laurence Morehouse observed that when his students were taking a long test the one who fidgeted did better near the end of the test than those who didn’t, The difference was because they were getting a more adequate supply of blood to their brain. Below, various people give their reasons for trying to stay in shape. Dwight Sikkema commented, “I feel a Running around the track is Gary Fry during one of his morning workouts. Running is a form of exercise used by many adults and students today A good form of exercise is bicycling, but unfortunately the bad weather this winter prevented much ofthat, There are some exercise picycles that can be used inside With straining muscles Keith Higginbottom tries bench pressing well over a hundred pounds. This type of weight lifting is great for building upper body muscles. certain amount of exercise is needed each day to keep me going, and without it, I don't feel right. I lose my appetite and start to feel my body wasting away Gary Fry, vice-principal, thinks self- pride is a motive in why he likes to stay in shape. Fry runs about four mil every morning before school, timing each mile. Tom Chester, John Ganyard and Jon Cook, all swimmers who work out in the weight room during the off season, commented, “It is better to stay in shape constantly than go through getting back in shape for a sport.” tting ourselves in better shape needn't require special equipment or big blocks of time. Regular, frequent, moderate activity and moving more during the day can help make it harder flab, everyday tensions and s to catch up to us. Weight lifting is an excellent form of exercise Horseback riding exercises the body more than used for both strengthening and conditioning. most would think. The leg and arm movements Craig Keller works for strength needed in that control the horse require strength and gymnastics. precision Sports play a very important part in the upkeep of _ Although exercise is important, so one’s body. They are invigorating, but fun to careful and get plenty of sleep eac! compete in, as well. George Byers is attempting a won't wind up like this sky hook. sleep. Be night, so you Memorial doesn’t exist only during first through sixth hours. Countless activities aside from classes happen at lunch and after school. Club and organizational events range from frequent trips to Michigan slopes by the Ski Club to the preparation of posters and announcements for American Education Week by the National Honor Society. With a brief announcement, people are informed of their meeting. At 11:00, they assemble Fingers pressed down on the pad, Allan Castelucci cparieness the feeling of being booked by an officer of the county police, as he researches another story for Genesis. Dance routines were memorized and rehearsed ‘again and again for the Varsity Singers as they prepared for Kaleidoscope. Part of the group practices a sequence at a special rehearsal to plan and organize, sometimes missing lunch and other meetings. But it doesn't end there. Many groups come back again after school, for work sessions, dinners, or initiations. And some even meet in members’ homes. After the planning and the work, members might be skiing, cheering at basketball games, ushering at the spring musical, partying with the cast or choir after the performance. Election of officers is important in order to start a year's program well. Voting on Masquers' Executive Council junior representative are Bobbi Pendell, Jan Milliken, Jill Flora, Anne Riley, and Todd Torok. Watching are Jim Hull, Tonda Eger, and adviser Mrs. Jack Strain. Congratalatory notes were sent to students who the honor roll. Writing out the notes are National Honor Society members Jane Gall and Becky Denlinger. Planning the next battle, Dave Holtz, John Holtz, Joe Summers, and Russell Treadway consult their charts, books, and tables. The Wargamers’ Club, layed many different war games and met at lunch. Math Club: Standing- Giang Troung, Grant Ski Club members David Young and Matt Brick Davis. Seated Harold inspect Brick’s skis before leaving for Swiss and Greg Barrett. Valley. Spending free time The Math Club consisted of students interested in mathematics. Stan Teal, the Math Club sponsor, stated, “The Math Club looks at problems that are different than most classes handle, especially contest type problems. These will offer practice for us as we will attend two contests.” The Math Club attended two contests, at Crown Point and at New Prairie. While most Memorial students were in the cafeteria eating their lunch, a group of students were bravely slaying monsters and marching down corridors in search of treasure. The Conflict Simulation Society, or Wargamers, informally met at lunch and after school to engage in battle or play any other of many wargames. There were 35 Ski Club members, and all of them wished for lots of snow! The Ski Club went skiing every Tuesday afternoon, weather permitting, sharing a bus to Swiss Valley with Central's club, Wargamers: FRONT—Tony Sassaman, Mark Fields, Mel Cranmer. BACK—John Holtz, Joe Summers, Russ Treadway, David Holtz, Cruie Corpe, and Todd Overpeck, )W—Roger Neal, Diana Todd, Shane Tipton, Tim Kimmel, Ken Hauser. than Gates, Robert Meyer, David Young, Matt Brick. THIRD ROW. Broderick, Si lath Club members Greg Barrett and Grant labie work out a problem for the math club. mer David Holtz looks at the dungeon of another player at one of the Wargamers meetings Publications: hunting down a story How far will people go to get “] have an idea to dig up a story. Let’s go spelunking.” So Dwight Sikkema, Scott Springsteen, Jay Baker and Allan ‘astelucci went exploring caves near Bloomington, Indiana. Dean, I'd really like to write about being blind, Can I wear a blindfold to school?” Bobbi Pendell got her story, venturing into the world of the blind by wearing a blindfold continually for three days. Unusual? These are some of the lengths Genesis reporters went to in order to report the ne’ n addition, they got an inside view of the city jail and took a ride in a single-engine plane. Not all news was gathered in such an in-depth manner, however. Recipes, art, sports, and letters to the editor are all necessary as well. Gathering news was not all fun and games, Deadlines had to be met, pictures had to be taken and cropped, copy and captions had to be written, copyread and written again, and ads had to be sold. Sometimes it ary to stay many hours after school in order to meet a deadline. But once all was done, then came a feeling of achievement and a realization that you had assisted with the award-winning Genesis. Studying the announcement for the Genesis-Monolith sales promotion, Deb Bussard and Julie Whipple prepare for their announcing debut. “How far down?” asks Jay Baker as Allan Castelucci looks into a seemingly bottomless pit, while spelunking for a Genesis feature. Massing the contents for a Genesis feature on the products of fast food outlets is editor Deb Beacham. Deb got the idea to feature consumer tips from journalism institute. Straightening the paper without the aid of sight, Bobbi Pendell attempts to start her story about the feeling of being blind. Beauty is only skin deep is the realization Dennis Hacker comes to when given the chance to meet Josephine in person for an ad. t a ¥ 4 ) Caught at last is publications’ number one crime reporter, Allan Castelucci, who went through the booking process for an inside jail story In shock at the unusual news she has just received is news editor Jane Gall who has all of her news brief: on time. Making a check gi off is Don Weaver, who isn't taking any chances with staff photographer Bill Haslem, Involvement is more than an honor National Honor Society is an honor group dedicated to serving individua in the school and community. Not everyone can be inducted into NHS. A 3.0 average and teacher recommendation are required. Once inducted, members get involved in such ponsoring and setting up rving students at the annual honors banquet, delivering Christmas ets, and running the concession stand at the baseball games. Christmas basket project turned into an all school project as more than $200 was donated by the faculty and student body. The money was used to help supply three families of the community with food and gifts in order to make their Christmas a joyous one. Members also created posters for American Education Week, a students tutored in their spare time. Members of the new chapter of Quill and Scroll, the journalism honorary, sponsored the annual publications honor dinner in the spring: Nas Rummaging through the wishing well, Ca aculty. Given to three needy families, th ional Honor Society. The mone} members of NHS. “olyn Shelton collect ident body and collection, which tot tiated by as used to obtain perishable items. Canned goods were donated by r, Carolyn Shelton, James Mayes. S IND ROW—Jody Rand, Anne Metcalf. THIRD ROW—Cheryl Paine, Lisa Cooper, Li , leironimus, Joe Greenlee, David ) Davidhizar, Karla Seidel, Kathy Chandler, Sandy FOURTH ROW—Dwight Sikkema, Scott Springstee Kline, Scott Spesshardt. FIFTH ROW—Mark Beaus Hogstrom, Julie Grove, Lori Mackowicz, Jean Raber, Teri Dutton. BACK ROW—John O'Brien, Sue Ramseyer, J Kathy Vetter, Gary Wiseman, Mark Vahala, Russell Treadway, Leigh Ann Mackenzie, Brenda Miller, Linda Watson lle. , Cathy Getting the facts straight, upating the records i preparing to start the meeting ure NHS officers Tonda E treasurer, Brian Lough, vice-president, and Jim Montayanc Delivering Christmas bundles of joy to good little Eger who represented the NHS in the community service baskets for three needy families. ject that was making Christmas Surrounded by the tools of their tr honorary journalism group, Quill roll: Mark 1 hy Cavinde ebbi member not present in this picture is Gwen new members were chosen at the spring journalism banquet Leafing through the U.S. History book to get some idea of what is in store for her is Marla Johnson who is a volunteer tutor in the NHS tutoring program. Effort key to speech, drama success trophy for every meet—that was the goal the speech team set for this year and the record they set in the fall Wawasee, Penn, Southwood, Howe and other prestigious meets produced multiple trophies and ribbons to fill up the show case. “The reason for success was increasing inte and tremendous participation of speech member National Forsenic League Secretary Cathy Kline. The average number of students entered in a regular meet was 2. Another addition to the speech show case is the newly acquired NFL charter. When Elkhart High School split, Central and Memorial each became a chapter or partial member of NFL. After last season, Memorial became a full charter member, This change will enable the team to enter more competitions. Drama participation incre: particularly in the under more juniors and sophomore: leads in the four productions Various Masquers members worked all sides of th , doing everything from acting, make-up managing, set ed, with ving Showing a little leg in hopes of getting a good part is Jane Gall, who is trying to impress the director at v ing the tryouts for Arsenic and Old Lace. lights, patron calling and student directing. ‘The productions sponsored by Masquers with much time, talents, and funds were the Readers’ Theatre, Horse of a Different Color, the children’s show ‘The Red Shoes, the winter play Arsenic and Old Lace, and the all school musical Pajama Game. The main interest of the Masquers is theatre, but in 1976 they took on a service project. They took over the balance on the signboard from Student Government. This new addition to the school aids Masquers by publicizing productions but it also publicizes sports and other activities to all the traffic on California Road. Masquers: FRONT ROW—Cam Findlay, Janet Milliken, Cathy Kline, Mark Fields. SECOND ROW— Dennis Hacker, Cathy Thompson, Anne Metealf, Scott Siler. THIRD ROW—Jean Raber, Carrie Peterson, Tonda Eger, Phil eckson Jim Hull, Mary Corrado, Barb Hogstrom, Becky Denlinger, Evelyn jan Danner, Jane Gall-dody Paine, Jan Hansing. BACK ROW—Greg Gattman, Bruce Dean, Brian Lough, Jon Raber, John Ganyard, Mark Kryzanowski. TOP ROW —Mrs. Jack Strain. n O'Neil, Cathy Kline, B ®endell, Cathy Barker, Joun Quinlan, Sue Woo “OND ROW—Mark urie Miller Sonja Coldren, Linda Hackworth, Robert Fis id Holtz. Masquers Council: FRONT ROW—Todd Torok, Tonda i a Checking the scores speech couch Frank Catanza ; Cathy Thompson, vice-president; or; Evely points from an award winning meet. Alth ‘y ‘and Janet M illiken, corresponding secretary giving up his Saturdays, he feels it’s worth a ne a ecrbannce home speech meet are the im officers Mark Fields, captain, and Cathy Choral placement requires audition Many interested students were not able to participate in choir this year. Everyone had to audition and John Lund, director, could choose only the top people; this means some people were disappointed. The auditions consisted not only of singing to judge the voice quality but also music knowledge, rhythm reading, and sight reading. This audition for choir was the prelude to tryouts for Tudors and Varsity. The auditions were where the decision was made about who would be invited to try out for the Swing Choir. The tryouts are made up of the combination of the singing auditions plus dancing ability. Those chosen not only participated in the Christmas and Spring concerts, the Junior-Senior festival, and the major work concert (Brahm’s Requiem) that is performed by the combined concert choirs of Central and Memorial, but also Kaleidoscope, the Madrigal dinner, contests and ivate concerts, ests this year were at John Adams High School in South Bend. Twenty-six soloists and 140 students a Gaddis, Chris were entered in ensemble competition Pat Melkus, February 5. Those who took a first place in the division went on to state contest on February 19 at Indianapolis. neisco, Tammy hirley Willis, Joan Quinlan, Vanessa Burk, Chris Francis irre Bridger. Sophtones: FRONT ROW—Debbie Becker, Cheri Templin, L volt Prod nan, Andy Holtz, Gary, Nafe Alick, Mike McHugh, Ted Knudson, F Niggebrugge. BACK ROW—Todd Stutzman, Andy Holtz, 3 Gold Choir: FRONT ROW Koehn, Jane Bryant, Lamont Hansborough, Debby Allen, Gwen Burdin, Demetra Paulette Robinson, Y mes Doty, Russell Jabs acy Oberg, Bechy Schlegelmilch, Sheila Lane, Kandee Duncan, Kelly Pippenger, Terri Akin, Karin Harrington, 8 fenderson, Patty Bane. SECOND HOW , Loretta F Laura Quurandilla, Le An Gray, THIRD ROW Overholt, D Allen y, Jerry Woo Lucenko, 1 erggren, Connie Adams. BACK ROW anowski, Dale Cornish, Mark Bryson, Ken Hall, Vicki Diane Hollida Waiting nervously for the cues, practicing in a corner, or listening to the other groups from back stage is the way most choir members fill the spare time they have during a rehearsal Cutting the cake is the guest of honor Jeanie George who is enjoying her last day ith the choirs before she moves to another teaching job. Filling in for Mrs. Metzler is ‘director’ John Lund who is pounding out the note to end the confusion of the music Choir more difficult than it sounds “Okay everybody, stand up and give me an‘A’.” This is heard almost everyday by the 225 students involved in the choir program. Teaching his students how to hit an “A” without using the piano is part of John Lund’s voice technique program. It also involves rhythm and sight reading and the how to’s of different singing styles, The main objective of this is to prepare the sophomores and juniors for Concert Choir, Tudors and Varsity, and to help the seniors do a better job this year and give a headstart to those who are continuing music in college. “Many people think choir is an easy credit, but it isn’t if it's done right,” said a Concert Choir student “If you're not used to sitting up straight with your feet flat on the floor and breathing deep from the diaphragm for a whole hour, it is hard. Then there’s the rhythm and sight reading. Sing loud or soft at certain times giving up free time for rehearsals and lunch hours for sectionals. Believe me, choir is not easy.” Is choir worth the work? ‘Why, yes,” said a three-year veteran of the program. “The more you do Bringing light into the black darkness of the auditorium at the fifth annual Christmas Concert are Jim things right, the easier it is. When the Montagano, Carrie Peterson, and Joel Seifert. The opening was a procession that surrounded the room concert’s over, it’s all worth it.” with music Concert choir: FRONT ROW—Evelyn Danner, Lori Wachter, Trina Hill, Beth Smith, Lisa Daugherty, Laura Martinez, Anne McGrath, Teresa Thalhe' Peggy Hoke, Karen Hartman, Nancy Tompos, Pam Smith, Jane Gall, Marilyn Lefforge, Jean Mark, Cathy Thompson, Chery! Davidhizar, Yasmin Alick. SECOND ROW—Anne Metealf, Lori White, Lori Ronk, Judy Hylkema, Cheryl Lambdin, Janet Lund, Rick Myer, Phil Jackson, Bob Reames, Kirk Douglas Mann, Jeff Flicker, Jan Bolinger, Jean Virgil, Alexis Knudson, Brenda Rand, Jill Flora, Julie Whipple. THIRD ROW—Tammy Adams, c janet Hansing, Ts Jackie Fletcher, Brian Lough, Joe Montagano, Doug Palmeter, Terry Robinson, Pat Ryan, Joe Groover, e Lund, Vicki Gina Companion. ROW— Bobbi Pendell, Diane Barwick, Margaret Bueter, Jon Raber, Jim Dave Cooper, Joel Seifert, Neil Peterson, Jackie Longacre, Laura Murphey, Carrie Peterson, Cindy Goshorn, Jean Raber, Lisa Montagano, Tim Barkley. arilyn Lafforg almeter, B 4 multi-part music is the mark of the h the finery are the ma forwards, thing for the Preparing for work Teaching students what goes on in the world of business and preparing them for when they start a job are Vocational Industrial Clubs of America (VICA's) and Distributive Education Clubs of America (DECA’s) opportunities. Both of the clubs provide the students with experience and training to become the kind of employee the emplo In VICA and the senior c DECA, the adv is requir the student a job. The junior class of DECA, Marketing and Distribution, learns more about what goes into a business operation and why In competition with other VICA chapters, MHS students prepare exhibits of their code of ethics and practice for spelling and parliamentary procedure contests. To assist students in figuring how many hours they’ve been on the job, one VICA student's employer donated a time clock. DECA also off variety of business experiences, 's contests and a ‘Tobe in VICA class means to have a job, Karen Eads works as a counter girl at Burger Chef, La an employee at Wilt's, T wrned to work a cash re ECA members Daryl Si ICA members: Stacy Sheffield, Oscar Malone, mith, Jeff Horner, and Karen range lay on the club's code of ethics and pledge DECA Juniors: FRONT ROW: Carrie Arthur, Damita Willis Mark Samm, Tina Struci Shane Tipton, SECOND HOw: Tompkins. BACK ROW- Snyder, Tom Wentworth, Jeff Ormsby, and Terri DeMetz. VICA: FRONT ROW—Carl Smith, Karen Buds, Stacy Sheffield, Robert Korhanen, and Nathan Redmond. BACK ROW—Jeff Horner, Willie Young, and Tony Frazier. REPENS IND CLUBS IDEALS VOCATIONAL AMERICA self Keeping the spirit “Over the summer, the cheerleaders were already hard at work. They even opened a clinic for young g irls so that could learn to be good said adviser Phyllis Cheerleading required almost total involvement and endless energy appearance of the cheerleaders at athletic events was only a small part of their job. They spent many hours practicing, creating new routines co-ordinating their efforts with the Pep Club, Cheerblock, and their the lifters. These groups combined to make the existing spirit of Memorial visible to everyone. “I really like having a crowd of people coming out toa game, wearing their crimson and gold! It makes the school look like we really have spirit,” said Kim n. Donna Cox added, “I like being in cheerblock this year, because it's so colorful.” Pep Cl lub ibe pas with traditional ome additional ones. The C Rasger Pals decorated athlete’s lockers, leaving encouraging and special treats. pported Pep Club more ear in the history of Memorial High School,” ex med Eleanor Losure, Pep Club adviser. “They did some neat things this year, like setting off thousands of crimson and gold balloons in honor of the Central game.” The lifters who worked with the cheerleaders during the basketball season also were a contributing factor to the visible spirit and support of the athletes in their competition with other high schools. “It's a nice feeling, to ha cheerleader come up and as her lifter,” said Dave Cooper. Pep Club—F 'RONT ROW—Julie Raderstort, el Lisa Thomas, Jody -Peggy Gav edra Statler, Lynn Arvoy, Jan Hai ng, rm , Sonja Stickel, Tracy Companion, Lisa Wenger. THIRD ROW—Jan Ronk, Kathy Poss, Cheryl Broderick, Sue Hardman, Missy Leers, Debbie Hartman. FOURTH ROW—Julie Grove, Maribeth Holtz, Judy Tracy, Jan Bolinger, Sandy Vaughn, Tammy Nifong, Sheila Bessey, Sheila Deak. BACK ROW—Kim Pawlack, Andrea Mollo, Julie Weber, pr Varsity O Varsity Cheerleaders and Lifters: Maribeth Holtz, Dave Cooper, Wendy Bates, Tim Heffner, Hartman, Jim Montagano, Janet Miller, Peggy Hoke, Doug McLemore, Jo Jim Hull. ing with mirrors the varsity cheerleaders can evaluate their cheers as the crowd will s them when they perform Junior Varsity Cheerleaders— FRONT ROW— Scofield, Lisa Thomas, Judy Robinson. B ROW—Jalie Raderstorf, Jan Ronk, Peggy Gavin. Cheering excitedly, the cheerblock applauds the latest score, The cheerblock wore letter sweaters and other forms of crimson and gold to show their spirit. Brenda Cooper, Kath Holtz, Steve Hupp, Kelly J Loretta Mill Lori Rabb, Si Summers, Nancy Timmor Wyatt Phillip de Mat Chris Gortney, Tim kins, Kris Johnson, Maris , Jennifer More augh, Lisa Baker, Kris Barber, Debbie Basham, Deb Be m, Colene Bunn, Vanessa Burk, er, Lori Friend, Al riffith, Brenda Hay Jon Hicks, Andrew Kniffin, Jan er, Nancy McKibbin, Joan Metcalf, Leslie Miller, eland, Pame % , Dave Plunkett, Jacqueline Powers, Patrice Pyles, xy Simpson, Jac er, Shari Snyder, Betsy Stombaugh, Joe farner, Raeanna Williams, Shirley Willis, Laurie Wilson, Melody ‘One of the three girls in the drum corps, Linda Watson keeps her eye on the drum major. aney, Vern Granger, Joe K ROW—Cindy Mills, John Van E , Tim Goldy, Dan Kuo, Mike Wil First for auxiliary The Charger Drill Team and Flag Corps consisted of 20 girls each, the largest in the group’s four-year existence. The drill team was especially featured in “In the Mood,” performing an impressive dance routine with canes. The flag corps was highlighted for the first time in a drum and flag duo routine. Performing in front of the band is unusual for the corps. Another first came for the auxiliaries as they were a part of the basketball half-time shows. The two groups were combined as one, doing pom pom routines and performing dance drills at four of the home games. The auxiliary units have received perfect scores in their three years at district and state contests. Flag corps: FRONT ROW—Glenda Hartman, Darla DeV Surry, Jo Ward, Rene Kenzie, horas, Julie Whipple, Wverton, Donna C4 e. BACK ROW—Barb Rehl, rri DeMetz, Deb Bussard, Shorrill Bramle Kim Otterbridgn RONT ROW—Deb Beidler, Janet Lund, Gina Companion, Cheryl Price, Jan Ronl Corrado, Judy Monk, Evelyn Danner. BACK ROW—Liz Fillipini, Michelle Willi isa Culp, Jill Flora, Vicki Fortino, Lori Mackowicz, Robin Stein, D Robinson, Tonda Ege Waiting for her cue to start the routine, drill team member Janet Lund keeps her head high during a half-time performance Brass section: FRONT ROW—Marsha Ronk, Connie Cummins, Bessie Carr, Tom Rowe, SECOND ROW—Janet Schroede Floetker, Jon Grove, Russ T MeLain, Gary Wiseman, John Views from the people There are many differing opinions on what the marching band is about, and the effect it has on people. Donald Litherland, band director, stated, “This is the first time we knew what it took to win, even if we didn’t. It was the first winning attitude I’ve had in a band.” Other band members were equally proud of being a good band. Said Keith Higginbottom, “Being part of one of the best drum corps in the state was significant for me. The band was good, too.” Todd Torok thought the placing at a national contest was most important. Jill Flora said, “I'm impressed on how far we've come in such a short time.” Terri DeMetz felt that “beating Kokomo at state conte: important part of this y Other band members felt the patient bus drivers and placing state were important, as well ‘The spectators also had their say. “I liked the way they marched!” said Vicki Sargent. “The whole band, especially the pom pom girls, added a lot to the ba games,” stated Judy Tracy. “It’s start of another good tradition at Memorial.” Stew Troyer, John O'Brien, Dawn Schulz, Jim 3 hris Vetter’ THIRD ROW—Ke Joe Groover, Chris Pratt. BACK ROW—Bill Atwood, Keith Treadway, D nyard, John Boyland, Jim Roberts Brian Beaver, tt Notestine, Practicing for the winter concert, french horn layers Bill Atwood, Connie Cummins and Stew yer take a quick rest during the number. Dance Corps members Angela Curry, Deb Ritter, and Jill Flora catch their breath in between pom pom routines, Hartman, John Peterson, Don Weaver, Trice Berkley. SEI er, Jill Flora, Cathy Manley, Jan Machete, Allen Fuller, Ja Damita Willis, Linda Bleiler, Pam Smith, Brian Beaver, Jim Troyer, Deb Ritter, Brenda Miller. BACK ROW—Tami Paula Mast, Tom Chester. Orchestra: FRONT ROW—Marsha Ronk, Cindy Harvey, Cindy Kyle, Shane Tipton, Ki ‘a Colden, Son: c ewl, Jo Ann Hike, Doug Thorne, Chi s, THIRD ROW—Linda The orchestra may be small in number, but it’s large in confidence. The orchestra is made up of 46 students who play instruments such as violins, french horns and cellos. Marsha Ronk, who is t he concert master, states, “Since I've been in the orchestra it’s improved tremendously. I think it will get better as the amount of people increase. We're getting a lot of junior high coming in who will be great for the orchestra.” Jan Matchette says, “Our outside help has really helped our quality of mus We may be small but we can do just as well as a larger orchestra.” Dr. Fred Rierson, director of the orchestra, commented, “I think they're doing quite well. They work hard and achieve quite a bit of self-esteem. We have great hope for the next years.” Deep in concentration, Marsha Ronk, first chair violinist, plays through a complex section of “Brian's Song.” With over 1,500 living, breathing humans here all the time, energy, power, and spirit is not only plentiful, it’s widely varied in its forms. School, and personal activities were unending and covered almost every possible area. In school, energetic involvement showed in the increased basketball game attendance and Pep Club membership. More people, both students and faculty, joined in Dressed as a cheerleader, Carolyn Shelton conducts her math class. Shelton was one of many teachers who participated in Spirit Week, including Dress-u p Day Conferring on a typing job, Principal Palmer Mart clarifies a point with his secretary, Wanda Peterson. Peterson is responsible for Mart’s schedule and managing the extracurricular accounts, Spirit Week events. The faculty achieved 100 percent membership in the Elkhart Community Educators’ Association for the first time eve! Personal ac s ranged from sailboat and drag racing to 4-H Club work and after school jobs. It included community theatre work, playing in rock bands, and belonging to groups, such as the Mayor’s Youth Council and Campus Life. Aided by furry friends, Margaret Beck and Lea MeCavitt explain proper eating practices to elementary students. These demonstrations were part of the class's section on nutrition. Using a polished technique, John Stinespri ites some natural charm to cutting in front of George Byers in the lunch line. Teaclers have the cutting privilege in one of the luneh lines. Cough drops in hand, Karla Magaruh completes her purchase in the bookstore as Angela Toy and Cheri Templin wait. The activities director and students operated the bookstore, selling school supplies. Fry pilots own plane “I get the same thrill every timeI fly. __ flight time, Fry received his pilot’s The thrill of doing something contrary license. He is also checked out for radar. to man’s natural abilities,” says Gary This enables him to fly at night and with Fry, vice-prineipal instruments only Fry has been flying for approximately _ Fry first became interested in flying two years. After only four and one-half during his colleg At the time, he hours of flight time, he soloed. Usually, thought flying was too difficult and too a person solos after about 10 hou! expensive. Finally, his chance came to Ground school is also a part of a pilot's _fly witha friend who is a crop duster. A training. During his ground school ride with his friend that “scared the training, he learned about the weather, —_daylights out of me,” Fry use of the radio, dial reading, and flight convinced him that flying is the only plan making. Richard Lutey, a science way to go. Now the owner of a C teacher who is also a pilot, was his 172 four-passenger plane, Fry hopes to ground school teacher. After completing have a commercial pilot's licens ground hour t school ane . He has 2 F vi one reason Gary Fry, vi school, Fry took a rigorous four- become the third Memorial teacher with F¥ng forte ane rata it oe teal way Finally after soloing, ground _a license. to get some ple quickly. Fry owns a Cessna 112 additional 50 hours of four-passenger plane. Music secretary Thyra Me ‘concentrates on the musi ‘accompanies John Lund a the piano. id the choir on As assistant principal, Donald Winne developed the new attendance policies. In his spare time he enjoys golfing, hiking and photography. Friday is the most appropriate title for Carol oltz. Holtz works as the guidance and book rental secretary aspecialty of audio- Attendance secretary Cynthia Babeock handles Paraprofessional aide Darleen Brown assists Alice yllis Lund, whose the sign-out sheet located in the student office. McKeehan in the activities office and supervises five study imaginative designs inspire She is Assistant-Principal Winne'’s secretary. halls during the school day appreciation. Assistant superintendent, Dr. Robert B. Franklin, Working in the office withthe computer records and being personal secretary to Vice-Principal Fry are all tasks assigned to LaVonne Unrue a An well as being a Mary Lou Massey d for the band a Members of the Board of Trustees are (seate Jensen, (standing) Andrew Adams, Pat Brot nd orchestra. J, Marshall Watson, and Mildred § 4) Richard son, Joe Ball, Superintendent of schools, Dr, Richard D, Miller Hard work is Wanda Peterson's middle name, She is secretary to Palmer Mart and is also the office manager. Library aide Colleen Dunn puts the card catalog back in order, answers. = questions, and finds resource materials The promotion of school spirit is one of Principal Palmer Marts favorite activities. Mart ean be seen wearing his booster beret at most of the sports activities. Director of Secondary Education, Dr. Warren E. Breniman 135, Making appointments, writing passes and gene ) secretarial work are guidance secretary Betty Eller's Sand-Iek baseball bad oumoin responsibility. She replaced Betty Snyder. among art teacher Janet Hale recreational interests. Hales sponsors the junior class The role of guidance counselor provides the opportunity for Mary Harreld to advise students on college, financial aid, and course selections. Rope sculpture was the feature of Linda Kennedy's one-man art show at Goshen College. Kennedy teaches art classes. Guidance counselor Robert Mayotte belongs to professional organizations and enjoys camping, swimming, traveling and golf, Head of the guidance department, David Flora sponsors the Student Guidance Advisory Council. Flora’s hobby is following the stock market. Aside from his duties as a guidance counselor, Secretary to Athletic Director James Powers, Joan jael Lattimer is assistant football and track Smith enjoys tennis, running, sewing and decoupage A pees of piadbed baad wok coach displayed by art teacher Cynthia Marks, who teaches several other media classes. Teacher likes to paint While some people are collecting “you're in front of students from six to stamps or butterflies, raising pets, or 10 hours a day with your mind working even drag racing, Gary Fileccia, a and your mouth going. It (painting) business education teacher, paints gives me a chance to relax.” houses. He has been painting for about Although painting is on! seasonal 10y While at Ball State University, _ activity, Fileccia has considered making Fileccia was asked by afriend for help _it a career. Says the teacher, “It can be in painting a house. Fileccialentahand _ profitable.” Two other teachers, Ed and found he liked it. Albright at Brookdale and Dick Light of Since then, Fileccia’s hobby has not Pierre Moran, are Fileccia’s partners. only provided enjoyment and relaxation They advertise each summer in the be found . softypingand butalso a few extra dollars. “Depending newspaper and thi on what you're doing, ipe grading sta ar they might says Fileccia, “possibly get into the Yellow Pages.” For the first time, class. Ev Sara Wood taught a shorthand though it was « new and demanding he enjoyed it. on the go, department chairman During the school year, Garry lyn Cook finds t to coach girl's business classes. He is also the DI olleyball, work at track meets, and handle four eli 8. teaches two SA sponsor First year teacher Jackie Heeg pauses to answer a stud uestion. She enjoys participating in all sports well as being a spectator. bowling on the Elkhart Teachers’ Bowling League. He teaches typing and business law and management classes. Holtz prefers ski lift Sometimes the need for anexhilarat- _ went soaring through the air. The poles, ing experience arises. When this hap- —coming down like spears—almost hurt pens to Anita Holtz, she takes to the somebody. As a result of that exper- slopes. As a member of the Elkhart eince, she no longer cares for the tow Viking Ski Club, she participates inthe —_rope. Holtz finds another disadvantage weekend trips, usually to slopes in Mich- to using the tow rope, “By the time I get igan and Wisconsin. She also enjoys ski- to the top I’m worn out. It is too tiring.” ing in Vail and Aspen in the Denver Even though the ski lifts are a bit scary area. “Skiing in the spring is the best the first few times because of the ice on time,” according to Holtz, “the weather _ the seats, Holtz still prefers the ski lift is warmer, so there is no need tobundle —_ over the tow rope. up so much, and the snow is better.” Her With the Viking Ski Club, she has favorite place to ski in the spring is Cop- done some racing on the state level. In per Mountain near Denver. the future, she would like to race on the qT� get away from the constant job of activti When Holtz first started skiing, she national level director, Alice McKeehan occasionally mab found one experience to be a bit fright- She also enjoys “jumping little Sorhec hoboles of sewing andewiaining: ening. While going up the tow rope, her jumps” and going through the “mog- gloves had frozen toit. At the top, her _uls.” gloves, along with her poles flew off and us Cake decorating and traveling are Beatri baum's interests outside of being nurse. She is also involved in many area health organizations. Summertime finds James Tracy coach- ing local Little League. Tracy teaches all French classes and likes many sports. Going through the moguls and leaping over “little jumps are the kinds of sport that Anita Holtz enjoys most. Besid skiing, she teaches Spanish and sponsors the seniors. | Diane Shelton teaches a Spanish class and super- vises a study hall. She also instructs, part-time at Central 138 (wine In the foreign language lab, German teacher Phillip Brinson listens on a headset to help individual students, Brinson also teaches U.S. History classes. Home economics teacher Janet Koeppen has human development, consumer education and clothing classes AL. Advanced foods teacher and department chairman Helen Watts belongs to many job oriented associations. Other interests include reading and sewing. Both teacher and paraprofessional, Virginia Spring has a study hall and works as a home economics aide. Spring teaches foods classes. For her first year at Memorial, home ‘economies teacher Sue Root has home design, foods, and three clothing classes. department, Donald Schwarts busy with one advanced and four beginning classes. Drafting and printing are the class concerns of industrial arts department chairman Jack Ridens. Golf is Ridens’ hobby S = o Garden work and clubs like Scottish Rite, DeMolay, and Shrine are favorite pastimes of industrial arts teacher Ralph Clark. During « metals class, Richard Litwiller demonstrates the use of one of the machines. Part of his day is spent at Central 1290 Setting an example of school spirit to her word , Dorisanne Nielsen never m -s composition Noticing a loafer not learning his lines, Coe Strain iets him know with a look now familiar to many students that says, “T caught you.” Rolling crepe paper is the task of Laure as the sponsor of pep club developed her dexterity by doing needlepoint. English department chairman James Boyle prepares a lecture for his British literature classes. Reading and golfing are favorite hobbies. thinks which, Negatively looking at a negative, Janice Dean examines a picture everyone wants in the yearbook except her. lating a student, Jim Hale breaks the first rule of driving by taking his eyes off the road to smile at the camera. enate and house of Mock Congress, William arliamentarian. Overseeing the representatives Haslem serves p ishing out the term for Herbert Hajicek, Larry Pio taught composition along with his, five reading improvement classes. A long day of numbers, figures, and the line of duty of National Honor Society sponsor and mathematics teacher James Mayes. Latisties falls in Ss Polite politicking as an unofficial Parliamen: arian for the Gold party is how Beth Nellist 7 spent part of her lunch hours : Track coach and assistant footh: Egor’s extra-curricular respon ones include teaching five math classe coach are Jan 6, Curricular q Library aide June J; finds magazines in the ings are spent teaching E tt shelves books, and fternoon. Her m inglish classes. After a day of physical education and m Jack Ford spent many hours getting the tea: hhape as the new basketball coach New football coach Dale Rems led the team to another winning season and victory over Cen- tral. Rems also teaches several math classes. aturday mornings to coach the speech team Teacher races own sailboat Teachers can be found almost any- where when school is not in session. Some rush right home to their families, others spend their time at the “Y , but Frank Catanzarite can always be found where the blue of the sky meets the blue of the lake, or, in other words, on his sailboat It all sta ago when he was asked by friends to go out for a ride in their sailboat and from that point on he has been an avid sailor. According to Catanzarite, sailing and sailboat racing is not just jumping in the boat, catching a wind, and sailing off. The sailor has to know how to keep his boat from tipping over when the winds are strong, how to catch a wind when there doesn’t appear to be any, and how to manuever the boat around obstacles, Catanzarite races his National One Design sailboat against other yachts at Eagle Lake. When asked about why he races, Catanzarite answered, “There is always the trophy, but the main reason is for the feeling of winning.” ad about two ye sailboat racing at Eagle Lake Yacht Club is a summer pastime of Frank Catan. rite and his wife Diane. During the winter they are up at six o'clock on many 141 Streeter races own Car Drag racing is usually associated with Saturday nights, teenagers, and back streets. Very few people would think of a high school science teacher and a sanctioned track and even a book of rules when drags are mentioned Gilbert Streeter has been racing since the age of 17, which gives him 21 years of racing experience. He started tinkering with cars at 14 and gradually got indoctrinated into the world of cing by a friend’s father. Streete � es ull his own “set ups” but hires out for machining. This means he builds the 8, yet has a shop do the engine modifications Drag racing i season, he races several times a week, He teache and unified seionce 1 hobby for Gilbert Streeter. During the Currently, Streeter is rebuilding a ’67 Nova 327 turbo 400. When finished, it, like his other cars, will be raced at Osceola Dragway. During the season, he races a couple of times a week Keeping the car at his home, Streeter does all of his own mechanical work. This not only is a hobby, but saves money Money, to a drag racer, is a precious commodity. If one doesn’t have a the bank book deflates quickly sponsor Although he enjoys racing, Streeter doesn't want a sponsor. He says, wanted drag racing to be a hobby, not a profession.” keep Stan vines the Math Calculus and algebra ¢ Teal quite busy. He Club, along with his Murderous old ladies are the focus of his attention as W. Rex | Gleim, director of Med pares to stage “Arsenic and Old Lace.” Services and drama assistant, pre- : In charge of the library, Florence Gratzer handles all the book bs well as the magazines. National Honor Society adviser and math teacher Carolyn Shelton has interest in ice skating snowmobiling, and cooking, X, Y, and exponents are part of Dennis Wolf's applied math and algebra classes, He also couches the gymnastics t Athletic director is a new job for James Powers this year. He goes to most sport events and teach as well Ae he cheerleaders and the Crimson 3 Narcotics Education and swimming are the class : Scag: ! a eeeaticues neens and Gold Block. She is a pilot, also, for all Memorial athletic events taught by departme busy as ticket mana Watching Notre Dame football is « favorite pi time of Peter MeCasland, sophomors and science department chairman. Posture drill! ure the constant words of Donald Litherla He directs Juzz E ling and hunting are among the inter - too leo attends several wees ae S, “yh us 1 Symphonic Orchestra and guitar are the also attends several classes at 1.U. in South Bend, _$vmphonie Orchesten and yuitar music at several elementary seho {during marching season. ind and Wind Ensemble lasses that hol, but he instruct Science teacher Clifford Boryer stays busy Director of four choirs (Varsity Singers, Crimson, Gold, _With five classes. He teaches both life sci- ence and unified science ind Concert), John Lund is als He is mu: artment chairman, Joaching the girls’ gymnasties team is one of oberta Litherland’s duties. She also choreo- graphs the drill team, flag and dance corps electron orbitals to students is part of Francis 's duty as a science teacher. Along with four life ses, he also teaches unified science, As the only physics and aerospace teach: Richard Lutey prepares for the next ¢ lessons. He also teaches an aeronautics class at night. TBM cards fr grading purposes are collected dur James Middleton's Black Studies class. He also sociology and psychology classes. Among her functions as a U.S, History and paychology teacher, June Longenbaugh tiends most school functions. She also enjoys reading and boating. Continuing where a former teacher left off, Joe Rueff is the project teacher for the Social Studies Department's Title IVC project. —— Seniors leave George Richs class impressed by his feelings for parliamentary procedure, senior rights, and morning announcements Asa CETA employee, Nina Holland does general secretarial work and helps with attendance records. plays enjoys spectator sports. Vocational information, pre-vocational information, Coop and WOCT keep Kenneth Hauser busy. He still finds time to sponsor Ski Club and VICA Although Gordon Byrd has five U.S. History classes, he has time to coach the golf team. What spare time he has left is spent in reading. Dale Bolton teaches time to attend most motorcycle, and spo History classes, finds }0ol functions, races hi ors the Wargamers Club. economics. Along with his duties 1s department chairman of the W.O.3.S. program, Roger Neal enjoys sports and drama John Stinespring practices with his bassoon. He also plays the recorder, contrabassoon, baritone saxaphone and the Krummhorn. Cooks (seated) are Norma Koch, Marilyn Leers, Edith Steele, Anna Long, Ma: Linda Sinon, Em Nelson, Linda Miller, Dorothy Miller. Cashiers (standing) are Zanetti, Dee Spry, Fran Wilson, winehart, Sue Bloom, ildred Jetter, Lori Stinespring is into music john Stinespring is not your average social also is an accomplished m % Stinespring has been playing the bassoon since the eighth grade. And, playing it well enough, one might add, to consider himself a success. He is principal bassoon for the Elkhart mphony Orchestra and second bassoon and contrabassoon for the South Bend Symphony Orchestra. Also listed among his credits, he is a member of the Midwest Chamber Orchestra, the Elkhart Symphony Dance Band, and layed with the Pittsburgh Ballet y at Purdue University, when they performed “The Nuteracker Suite” at Christm: A member of both the Elkhart and South Bend Locals of the American Federation of Musicians, Stinespring rehearses Mondays, Tuesdays and Wednesdays, and usually plays a concert on Saturday nights and Sunday afternoons, The bassoon is not Stinespring’s only instrument; he also plays the contrabassoon, baritone saxophone, and “C” recorders, Krummhorn and many other antique instruments. He also coaches the student recorder players for the annual Madrigal Dinner. Practicing continuously is what Stinespring gives credit to for his musical success. He even takes his instrument on vacation with him so as not to break his schedule of dail: practice. Such a schedule keeps him at the high level he wants to maintain. “Music,” says Stinespring, “is like migrant work; when the fruit is ripe, you stand up and pick it. You have to be ready.” Custodians (seated) are Bernard Ferguson, Glenn Drumm, Henry Miller, Janet Sanders, Louise Monroe, Beulah Ware, (standing) Frederick Johnson, Jerry Moore, Bob Peterson, Phillip True, Spencer Pavey, Steve Slusser, James O’Brien. With the acceptance of diplomas, more than 12 long years of school drew to a close for the graduating class of 77. Seniors had been planning for their after-high school life since ninth grade when career decisions were formulated for the first time. Since then, minds have changed several times and some seniors were still undecided when they set tentative goals which included going to college or trade schools. With the help of the guidance ions were ies while others applied for numerous scholarships. Some students started to focus on various careers not involving college, and many seniors planned to go straight to work. ‘Sue Abel Patrick Allan Kevon Alwine Monica Antonelli Daniel Arnett Craig Arnold Michael Arnold Lynn Arvoy Willie Atkisson William Atwood Elaine Bailey David Baker Jay Baker Lisa Baker Krista Barber Creation is the expression of the soul and Lee McGlauchen expresses herself as she develops a vase from clay during an art class. Kelly Baum Deborah Beacham Mark Beausir Mark Beaverson Rebecea Bechtel Bruce Beck Deborah Beck Michael Beck Deborah Beidler Steven Benson Trice A. Berkley Maria Bicknell Michael Bilenki Gerry Bokhart Timothy Bowlby Barbara Braun Brenda Broomell Pamela Brown Sandra Brown Teri Brown Mark Bullock Edmon Bushee Deborah Bussard Michael Bussert Patricia Butler Jeff Byrket Debra Callantine Verna Cantrell Martha Carr Allan Castelucei Lisa Cataldo James Cavinder Kathy Cavinder Kathy Chandler ‘Thomas Chester Naomi Clark Larry Clipp em = Rock Companion ‘ ‘Tracy Companion aw Chris Conlisk : David Cooper 4 —_A Using the college directory in the guidance office, Laura Murphey investigates different universities as she tries to find one that offers drama, Heavy snows and below zero weather brought welcomed vacations to students. Lori Wachter and Julie Grove spend their snow day ice skating. ae Lisa Cooper Darlene Cornish Chris Corpe Mary Corrado Sara Cox Roy Crabtree Robert Cranmer Donald Dalton Chery! Davidhizar William Davidson Tamera Davies Kerri DeFord Kerey DeFreese William Dehner Germaine DelPrete Della DeMetz, Terri DeMetz Rebecca Denlinger Mitchell Dittman Sheryl Dolph Michael Doncilovie David Duff 149 Cindy Dunham Kathy Dunker Teri Dutton Yelling encouraging remarks to the football team are Tom Chester and Tim Jabs as Dave VanZile watches in astonishment the winning touchdown, Lorna Earnhart Lorene Eby Tonda Eger Robert Ellison Gretchen Emerick Brent Farver Jerry Faux Mark Fields Elizabeth Filippini Robert Fisher Bonnie Fleisher Joan Fletcher Cynthia Flicker Luanne Floetker Kristi Fodroczi Kevin Foy Sylvia Franz Thomas Frederick Michael Freshour Jane Gall ae Gregory Cattman Judith Gavin Marlene Gerritsen ‘Tamara Gildea Shirley Glick Cynthia Goshorn Yolanda Gray Kelly Green Linda Green Joseph Greenlee Linda Griffith Kathy Grise Jon Grove Julie Grove Rosemary Gurka Dennis Hacker George Haines Donna Hall William Hampel Carman Hansborough Janet Hansing Karen Hartman ‘Scott Hartman 3 Playing his trombone during lunch hour, Gary Wiseman practices the solo he was to perform for the band’s Winter Concert. Wiseman has played for seven years. Craig Hartung Lea Ann Hartzler Dwight Harvey Sally Hayden Tim Heffner Julie Heironimus Linda Henderson Barby Herzberg Otis Hibshman Keith Higginbottom Kenneth Highbaugh Bruce Hinks Deborah Hoffman. Karen Hofling Barbara Hogstrom Kevin Holler Nancy Holmgren John Holtz Jeffery Horner Tamra Hosack Chester House Karina House Debra Howie 7 Walking blindfolded, an exercise used by the paychology classes to build trust, Jeff Mark is led through the halls by Kathy Cavinder. Students advise the school board James Hull Judith Hunn Mark Hutsell Judith Hylkema Pamela lavagnilio Y7 1 Tina lavagnili Margaret Ihrig Timothy Jabs Donney Jackson Michael Jackson Ronney Jackson Kim Jennings William Jobin Deborah Johnson Kerry Johnson Marla Johnson Steven Keller Janet Kelly Michael Keplinger Jeffrey Kimbrough ‘Three of the four senior Superintendents Student Advisory Council members discuss concerns with Principal Palmer Mart. Fully protected with Miller carefully pou and Russ Treadw: Sarah Kinney Jennifer Kirby Cathy Kline Daniel Kmitta Curtis Kniffin Jacquie Kniffin Alexis Knudson Kathy Koehn Deborah Kraft Timothy Kreesmar Michele Kruis Timothy Kunigonis Cheryl Lambdin Don Ledford Philip Lee Marilyn Lefforge Judy Lenox Robert Leuchtner Annie Lewis Nelson Lewis aprons and goggles, Dave he acid as Jody Paine sti and Peter McCasland look « rs on « Laura Lienhart Pamela Lockwood Jackie Longacre Mark Losee Brian Lough Tryouts held for school musical cast Connie Lovett Robert Ludwick Michael Luke Mitchell Luke Susan Lund Jade MacDougall Leigh Ann MacKenzie Lori Mackowicz Jim Maleom Catherine Manley Jean Mark Jeffrey Mark Linda Martin Melody Martin Dancing a polka, Greg Gattman and Jean Raber try out for the school musical “Pajama Game.” Over 70 students participated in the tryouts. Tammy Martin Nora Mast Janice Matchette Drake Matovich Gina Maure Kristine McAfee Rick McAllister Robert McClelland Richard McCollough Mark McCreary Kim McDowell Lee McGlauchlen Robert McLain Douglas McLemore Patrick McNair Anne Metcalf James Miers Brenda Miller Candice Miller Carol Miller Babysitting appears to be one of Jeff Tzoyer’s many talents as he explains to Damon Gleim the basics of playing during a drama rehearsal. Cathy Miller David Miller Resting against the Student Center walls, Jay Baker and Dwight Sikkema discuss parliamentary procedure and the problems of student government Douglas Miller Kathleen Miller Patrick Miller ‘Tad Mi ller Scott Mills David Miltroka Michael Miltroka Judy Monk James Montagano Denny Moore Lori Moore Teresa Myers Linda Neitske Juanita Nelson Mark Nothstine Tina Oberg: Shawn O'Hara ‘Tim Osowski Ruth Overholt Jo Ann Paine Lori Pappas Tamyla Patton 157 F ifties dance rip-roaring success = Dennis Peffley Ella Peoples James Peoples Jeannine Perkins Carrie Peterson Debra Pickrell James Poss Cheryl Price Cordell Price Lisa Quarandillo Jean Raber Brian Raderstorf Sue Ramseyer Brenda Rand Nathan Redmond Brenda Reese Barbara Rehl James Reiff William Richmond it Having fallen tothe floor a laughing Del torise, but the rowdy Fi fe dance aoe mr ke her down as it moves tow: bandstane Performing their boogie woogie Fifties dance are Mary Corrado, Jane Grove, Karen Hartman, and Jan Hanaing. lomime at the ulie Doug Rink David Rippy Kathy Ritter James Roberts Ava Robinson Stephanie Robinson Terrance Robinson Jeffrey Robison Marsha Ronk Donald Rose Brenda Rowe Carla Rowland Anthony Russo Debra § ‘Therese Sailor Sally Sanders Vivian Sanders Connie Sanderson Brenda Sargent Mary Sargent Victoria Sargent Elizabeth Schemenauer Diane Schoettler Wendy Schrader ‘Theresa Schrock Karla Seidel Joel Seifert Robert Sexton Valerie Shaffer Debra Sheibley Samuel Sheppard Carla Shuff Dwight Sikkema Kimberly Simeri Cheryl Simmons Mike Skaggs Sandra Skinner Teresa Skipper Rodney Sleepers Proving that concentration, timing, and strength ‘compose the essence of gymnastics, Steve Benson goes through his routine on the horse. Elizabeth Smith Stephen Springsteen Nancy Starke - Robin Stein ; Rodney Stemm - Mark Stephenson Larry Stineman Mark Stout th Final exams mean long hours of study. Betty Suggs ly woud Kevin Taylor Robert Terry Cathy Thompson Douglas Thorne TTS Charles Tompkins Nancy Tompos Judy Tracy Steven Travis Russell Treadway Jeffry Troyer Laura Ulery Mark Vahala David VanZile Penny Veloz Donna Veron Kathleen Vetter Jeff Virgil Toni Volheim Lorraine Wachter Dymple Ware Matthew Warlick Charles Warner Chery! Warner Robert Warren Rick Watchhorn Linda Watson Applications are completed by Debbie Kraft as she joins other seniors in seeking colle, admission, housing, and scholarship ai Taking art proves useful in theatre Lenz Webb Anita Weber James Weitz Gregory Welsh Karen Welsh Kelly White Julie Willey Georgia Williams Randy Williams Rick Williams William Williams Michelle Willis Kimberly Wilsey Jay Wilson Jane Winesburg Gary Wiseman ‘Susan Woodka Clinton Woodward Carol Yoder Michael Young Lee Zachery Linda Zanetti Kathy Zimmer Painting the stenciled wall paper that he created in Tech theater, Drake Matovich prepares the set for “Arsenic and Old Lace.” Mike Aaron, Connie Jeff Adams, Tama Yasmain Alick, Brian Anne Allis, Dino Anagnos, Adriane Ande Hege Anderson, Mike Anderson, Mark Andrews, Melissa Andrews, Wendell Arnold, Judy Asheraft, Br Bailey, Marsha Bailey, Sue Bailey Brad Bair, Mary Baker, Patricia Baker, Mike Bane, Rick Baney, Berlind Barhams, | an Dianne Barwick, Wendy Bates Bean, Donna , Brian Beaver, cy Beaverson, Chris Beck, Margaret Beck, Brian Becker Nick Bedricky, Melanie Beers, Trudy Beers, Myron Belt, Rebecca Bentley, Jeanine Berggren, Tim Berry, Steve Bertch, Tamela Betz Juniors concentrate When a student first arrives at Memorial as a sophomore, it is a new and exciting experience. He receives a lot of attention just as a younger brother or sister might. When he is a senior, he is looked up to with respect and awe. But as in a family, the junior is caught in the middle. Juniors know what is expected of them from the previous year as sophomores, and look forward to being the leaders of the school later as seniors. Many juniors experience planning and attending their first prom and most drive cars for the first time. And, in spite of uch headaches scheduling for senior cla discussing college probabilities with counselors, it becomes a good year for the middle group. Showing great concentration on the rings is Craig Keller, one of two juniors who has mastered the Asking juniors how they feel about their class brought both positive and negative answers. Jill Flora stated, “I wish everyone would take a little bit more interest in school, but I feel the junior class is doing more than both the sophomore and senior classes Todd Torok explained, “I wish the junior class was a bit more involved in school activities, but I’m glad to see the officers are planning a tricycle race.” cretary in Student Government, remarked, “I think the are looking ahead this year and aren't just looking a few weeks ahead in time. They have already (in December) started collecting money for the prom in May, and new suggestions are being made every Tara Bevans, Eva Bichler, Keith Bishop, Connie Blocher, Tim Blue, Janet Bolinger, Mark Boveri, Kathy Bowlby, William Bramley Billy Brewer, Natalie Briand, Patricia Briggs, Mark Brower, Mike Brown, Jane Bryant, Chris Bryson, Margaret Bueter, Cindy Bullock Colene Bunn, Donna Burns, Dave Bussard, George Byers, ‘ain, Cynthia S Cantrell, Lindy Carper, Vv Bessie Carr, Patricia Carrick dn) Tim Carroll, Susan Chaffee, Laurie Chandler, George avis, Cathy Chrisman, Dawn Chupp, Jim Clark, “ae Larry Clark, Sandy Clark Scott Clark, Tina Clewell, Lori Clipp, Ke Ted Coleman, Tim Coleman, Gina Companion, Jeff Conde, Laurie Conley Julie Connell, Jon Cook, Mike Cook, Brenda Cooper, Ryan Cooper, Deborah Cornelison, Cruie Corpe, Cheryl Cowles, Donna Cox ‘Ted Cox, Jennie Crain Don Cramer, Patricia Crenshaw Connie Cummins, Toni “ Cunningham Angela Curry, Evelyn Danner Concentrating on their U.S. History are John Hardin, Bill Kersten, and Buzz Goode. Mr. Byrd stands by to answer any questions. Reliving a historical time in history are Scott Siler, Cheryl Warner, Kathy Vetter, Ed Frank, and Kevin Taylor. The skit was enacted to show the differences in ways of lifestyles Juniors’ programs anticipate future Lisa Daugherty, Laurie Ann Davis, Pat Davis, Sheila Deak, Bruce Dean, Beth Delp, Danita DeMetz, Brett DeMond, Ronald Dempsey Leo Denault, Tamara Dobbs, Lisa Dolph, Vietor Dolzan, Rochelle Dominguez, Kirk Douglas, Kandee Duncan, Rosetta Dye, Karen Eads Bill Elijah, Vieky Elli, Brad Elliott, Cathi Elliott, Chery! Emmons, Patricia Bs Beverly Btling, Rex F Mark Feist Dwight Fields, Cam Findlay, Richard Fisher, Jackie Fletcher, Jeff Flicker, Jill Flora, Kathy Fodroezi, Denise Ford, Loretta Forrest Vicki Fortino, Alan Francisco, Ed Frank, Anthony Frazier, Bob Fraizer, Alan Freeze, Janet Freeze, Norm Fricke, Alfred Friedauer Lori Friend, Sheila Frisby, Alan Fuller, Cindy Gain John Ganyard, John Gasplin, Janet Gaydos, Ron Glick, Buzz Goode Jon Gordon, Chris Gorman, Linda Clifford Griffey, Laurie Griffen, Dawn Groover, Joe Groover, Karon Haines, John Hardin, Glenda Hartman, Kim Hartman, Cindy Harvey Brenda He Heironimus, Heitzman, Hetrick, Karen Hibshman, Mike Higgins, Trina Hill, Larry Hines ward, Lori Yhristine Joann Hoke, Peggy Hoke, David Holtz, Maribeth Holtz, Joyce Honorable, Otis Honorable, Tim Horn, Martha Horne, Lori Hosler Wayne Hostetler, David Humphrey, Sarah Hunt, Dennis Huston, Bill Hutkins, John Hylkema, Julie thrig, Judy Irons, Mike Ivory Kim Jackson, Phil Jackson, Michelle Jodon, Kristine Johnson, Sue Johnson, Lorette Jones, Tr Jennie Kasevic Jones, aig Keller Sonny Kelley, William Kersten, Kent Kidder Debra Kimbrough, Tim Kimmel, Lester Kincaid Brian King, Steve Kline, Mark Knowlton ee rest, C lating the math f the PSAT, Jill Fl fi a iicerancws Contemplating the math section of the , Jill Flora tries to figure out a Donna Krzyzanowski igh problem. Juniors, who spent three hours one morning taking the test, tou could become eligible for the National Merit Scholarship. ig about her test scores is junior Sue Henrie. Sue is discussing her PSAT test scores with counselor Mrs. Mary Harreld. One hundred sixty-five juniors took part in the PSAT testing. Juniors, besides their class officers and Student Government representatives, also made themselves known in sports, for instance, with five juniors starting on the guys basketball team, and in Kaleidoscope ’76. The Dance-a-thon had a good turnout with 110 hours coming in for the juniors. But whether dancing, singing, or playing basketball, it was a good year to be a junior. Mark Kryzanow Kurtz, Cindy Ky Labadie, Anthony Trina Lane, Marshe Mike Leers, Dolly Lenox Eula Lewis, Mike Lieberenz, Todd Linton, Joe Littlefield, Doug Littlepage, Lockwood, Amy Longacre, Terry Lorenz, Ralph Ludlow Forrest Ludwick, Janet Lund, Michelle Lyons, Ed Magaruh, Billy Malone, Terry Malone, Micke] Mann, Terri Mann, Stephen Marchbanks Dawn Martin, Heila Martin, Scott Martin, Laura Martinez, Brenda Martsolf, Paula Mast, Bob McCarty, Leah McCavitt, Martha McClellan Leah McCollough, Tim McCollough, Brian McCreary, Steve McFarland, Richard MeFarley, Ann McGrath, Sue Melntosh, Greg MeKrill, Tim McLemore Maynard Messick, Tony Mikey, Chris Miller, Glen Miller, Kim Miller, Leslie Miller, Nick Miller, Terry Miller, Wendell Miller Gale Rhinesmith, Jeff Richner, Carl Rickman Naney Ri Ritter , Anne Riley, Deb Kenneth Roberts, Cheryl Robertson, Billy Robinson Selected by Student Government for the Si Couneil are juniors Ann Pikoraitis and Lisa council to bring the concerns of the studen board Jan Milliken, Deb Mitchell, Richard Mohr, Joe Montagano, Cathy Moore, Paula Moore, Sandy Moore, Jenny Moreland, Rod Morgan Floyd Morrison, Mark Mravee, Rodney Musick, Rick Myer, Charles Neal, Rebec Neal, Sally Neal, Eric Neely, Tim Neely Ardis Nelson, Barb Newcomer, Gary Newcomer, Steve Newcomer, Kerry Notestine, Donna Olson, Jeff Ormsby, Mike O'Toole, Julie Overton Ellen Owens, Kim Palmer, Mike Palmer, Doug Palmeter, David Peete, Bobbi Pendell, Brad Peters, David Petersen, John Peterson Neil Peterson, Ann Petit, Joe Phillips, Linda Pikoraitis, Kelly Pippenger, Dave Pixey, Sam Pletcher, David Plunkett, Katy Poss Christine Pratt, Jeff Pratt, Yvonne Prusinski, Lora Quarandillo, Cam Quimbach, Kevin Quinlan, Jon Raber, Pamela Raines, Robert Ratliff Bob Reames, Vincent Redd, Nancy Reddell, Doug Reecer, Mark Reese, Cynthia Reiff, Bruce Reitz, Rebecca Replogle, David Rheinheimer uperintendent’s Student Advisory rkley. Both juniors are on the ts to the attention of the school Some meet goals Helping to plan the junior-senior prom in May are iunlor class officers Dan Greenlee, president; Bill wer, vice-president; Vicki Fortino, secretary; and Connie Cummins, treasurer. Manley Robinson, Mary Robison, Martha Rodino Jill Rody, Lori Ronk, Cynthia Rosen Sue Royce, Marge Rumfelt, Joe Russo, Pat Ryan, Linda Sailor, Mark Salee, Rob Sanders, Terry Sanders, Ronald Sauter Pam Schaar, Ronald Schatz, Diane Sehenher, Susan Schenher, Dave Schenk, Becky Schlegelmilch, William Schoettler, Mary Schott, Rick Schott Janet Schroeder, Amy Scott, Bob Scott, Greg Seudder, David Selman, William Sever, Scott Sharp, Stacy Sheffield, Tex Shenefield Cathy Shetterly, Laurie Shrock, Connie Shuff, Jerry Shultz, Laura Sickels, Lanny Sigler, Scott Siler, Carol Simonson, Jackie Slater Robin Smead, Jackquelyn Smith, Pamela Smith, Tony Smith, Pat Smith, Kim Smoker, Brian Snow, Cameron Snyder, Vince Spirito Bill Stack, Mary Steil, Ken Stephens, Kim Stickel, Sue Stokely, John Stombaugh, Steve Stone, Tina Strukel, Chris Stump Annette Suggs, Joe Summers, Doug Taft, Judy Tarabek, Jeff Taska, Therese ‘Thalheimer, Tony Thomas, Brenda Thrasher, Gary Tilford rracticing on her backstroke is Janet Gaydos. She sone of two juniors on the girls’ swim team. Janet wims the backstroke, medley relay, and the reestyle. She has broken past records and has set ew records. She also qualified for the state finals 1 the backstroke competition. Nancy Timmons, Shane Tipton, Diana Todd, Sue Tompkins, Nick Torok, Todd Torok, Stewart Troyer, Giang Truong, Jim Ulery Jerry Ulmer, Gregg Van Buskirk, Bruce VanderWerf, Michele Van Diepenbos, Doug Van Zile, Richard Vaughan, Sandra Vaughan, Chris Vetter, Jean Virgil Kelly Wade, Arthur Wagner, Ken Wagner, Tim Wakeman, Jo Anne Ward, Teresa Warner, Ray Warren, Debbie Weaver, Donald Weaver Scott Welch, Brad Weltz, Lisa Wenger, Tom Wentworth, Julie Whipple, Brenda White, Lori White, Robin Wilkerson, Laurry Williams Lorenda Williams, Curt Willis, Damita Willis, Kimberly Wilson, Shawn Wilson, Ron Windbigler, Jim Winesburg, Rick Wing, Ron Wing Jim Wolf, Debra Wright, Mike Wright, Pat Wright, Mike Wyatt, Sherri Wyland, Jeff Yeager, Melvin Young, Willie Young Sophomores win sports awards “Being a sophomore is being small in front of the juniors and seniors and being big in front of the junior highs,” says Dave Fri To Cheri Templin, it’s a life filled with new adventures from Cheerblock, Pep Club and plays. Some sophomores feel they do not have as much opportunity as juniors and seniors in sports, drama tryouts, and Student Government, but by December sophomores were proving this false in all sports and plays. They were setting chool records in sports, and, in the winter play, two leads had gone to Sophomores Terry Peoples, Robin Baum, Mark Bryson, Wes Jones, Mike Gary, Dennis Sever, Dave sophomores. Even class elections were ‘Atwood, Ted Knudson, Dan Kou got involved by being in sports, winning awards in football, tennis, cross 3 : country; and volleyball so close that a run-off was necessary. Stephen Aaron, Teresa Akin, Janet Albaugh, Lori Albert, Nafe Alick, Debra Allen, Wanda Allen, Evelyn Anderson, Raymond Anderson Kathy Anderson, Peter Anderson, Sharon Antonelli, Apfel, Carolyn y, Sandy Arnett, Tim Arnett, James Arvoy, David Atwood Sheila Bailey, James Baker, Patricia Bane, Catherine Barker, Daryll Barnes, Pamela Barnes, Gregory Barrett, Debra Basham, Annette Bates Robin Baum, Bradley Beaver, Diane Beck, Debra Becker, Brian Bender, James Berry, Sheila Bessey, Michael Birr, Linda Bleiler, Denise Blocher, Ethel Bole, Robert Booze, John Boyland, John Brabhan, Sherrill Bramley, Charles Breden, Randy Brewers Matt Brick, Pierre Bridger, Cheryl Broderick, Karen Broomell, Michelle Brower, Kelly Brown, Sheryl Brown, Steve Brown, Angela Brownlee laininy unselor, ‘ober ‘hester’s 80 Mayotte. phomore achievement testing results is his Laury Brubaker, Mark Bryson, Gwen Burdin, Vicki Burgess, Vanessa Burk, Deb Butler, Vicki Byers, Dan Byrd, Cindy Campbell Joetta Campbell, Paulette Campbell, Tim Campbell, Carl Camper, Paul Carlson, Cheryl Carpenter, Gayle Carrell, Chris Carter, Joella Castagne Jake Castillo, Randy Chavis, Jeff Chenoweth, Bob Chester, Lisa Chris, Cedric Clark, Corwyn Clark, Lisa Clausen, Brenda Cockerhan Pam Coker, Sonja Coldren, Kelly Collins, Laura Collins, Dennis Companion, Donna Conard, Alan Conley, Patrick Conlisk, Dale Cornish Mark Corpe, Amy Cowles, Jayne Cowles Cynthia Cox, Rodney Cox, Liz Crabb Mel Cranmer, Tim Cuddie, Lisa Culp Anthony Dalton, Harry Dancler, Larry Dancler Kathi Dandino, Debi Davies, Martin Dean, Terry De Anthony, Tonda DeFord, Shawn Delaney, Darla DeVore, Kathy Dickerhoff, Robyn Dieter Gary Diller, Jill Dinkledine, Cliff Dittman, Warren Dixon, Chris Doncilovic, Frances Dool Doty, Cheryl Drake, Mike Dutton, Barb Dykes, Randy Eby, Chris Edwards, Jeana Ehret, Jennifer Elliott, Mary Elliott, Joan Emerick Rocky Enfield, Dave Erwin, Demetra Evans, Shannon Evans, Chuck Fales, Dora Fall, Cathi Ferroli, Fiedler, Paul Fisher Barb Fletcher, Scott Floetker, Jeanne Foerster, Valarie Foos, Tim Forester, Kelly Forgey, Stephanie Forrest, Peggy Fortino, Chris Francisco Denise Frank, Brenda Freshour, Darren Freshour, Linda Friend, Norman Friend, Ken Fries, Dave Fritz, John Funk, Leroy Furlow Tom Garner, Greg Gary, Michael Gary, Geisendorfer, Genereux, Polly Geyer, Chris Gildea Ron Gillison, Tim Goldy, Devon Goodrich, Jan Goorhouse, Vern Granger, Doug Granitz Shirlie Green, John Greenlee, Cathy Griffith, Dennis Griner, Ken Gullett, Linda Hackworth Syleast Hackworth, Marianne Hagans, Natalie Hager, Dianna Hall, Ken One of the first-day problems for Hall, Mike Hamm sophomores is opening their lockers. David Young ihaving problems with is. Bob Hammon, Lamont Hansborough, Susan Hardman, Karen Harrington Debra Hartman, Karen Hartung, Larry Harwell, Bill Haslem Bill Helton, Loretta Henderson, Randy Hershberger, Glenn Hertsel Jon Hicks, Cheryl Higgins, Dorothy Higgins, Conrad Hilly Edward Hines, Craig Hodgson, Ruth Hoffman, Suc Hogstrom George Holland, Diane Holliday, Diane Holt, Andrew B. Holtz, Andrew F, Holtz, Cathy Holtz, Dennis Hopman, Brad Hostetler, Jim Howard Richard Huff, Lucinda Humphrey, Steve Hupp, Dennis Hurt, Sandy Hutton, Agatha Hylkema, Mike lavagnilio, Tammy Tavagnilio, Viola Irons Alfie Irwin, Russell Jabs, Mike Jackson, Julie Jenkins, Kelly Jenkins, Chery! Jensen, Norma Johnson, Wes Jones, David Jordan Maureen Kalman, Dale Kauffman, Tim Kauffman, Doug Kay, Debbie Keller, Chris Kelly, Jack Kelly, Monty Kelly, Brian Kelm Robin Kern, Kim Kettering, Kelly Keyser, Bonnie Kidd, Gary Knowles Mike Knowlton, Ted Knudson, Beth Koehn, Julie Kolanawski, Donna Kraft Dan Kuo, Cathy Kyle, Rick Laird, Michelle Lambdin, Sheila Lane Mark Lavigne, Brenda Lee, Janice Lee, Lisa Leers, Mel; Leers, Erna Lehner, Bill Lemons, Dave Lentine, Lori Leonard c Lewis, Robert Lewis, izabeth Lienhart, Richard Linn, Mike Lough, Rick Love, Bill Lovejoy Pat Lovely, Jim Lovett, Elizabeth Lucenko, Mary Luke, Beth Lund, S Lund, Debbie Lunsford, Penny Lunsford, Mike Lussier Randy Lynch, Grant Mabie, Terry Mace, Tom MacMillan, Tommy Maddux, Karla Magaruh, Rick Mann, Harold Martin, Linda Martinez ‘Tim Marvel, Craig Mast, Sharon Maure, Annette Mayer, Linda Mayer, Blake McCain, Brian McCarty, George McCreary, Mike McHugh Jerry McKelvey, Nancy McKibbin, Tim McLain, James McClelland, Pat Melkus, Leana Merry, Joan Metealf, Robert Meyer, Loretta Miller Lorreen Miller, Mike Miller, Norene Miller, Cynthia Mills, Barbara Mitchell, Valerie Mollenhour, Andrea Mollo, Linda Monk, Frank Montagano led Leuchtner, Chuck Lewis, Sophomore president was Tim Goldy, vice “ident, Dave Fritz, and secretary, Jeanne ter. Not pictured is treasurer Lisa Culp. KOA Devon Goodrich is the Lig for oe and Old tin Dean, Joan Lace actors Mike Miller, Mau Quinlan, and Cathy Holtz. Sandra Moore, Starke Moore, Ginger Moreland, Centry Morris, Jeff Morris Ellen Moton, Susie Murphey, Jane Mutzl, Patti Myers, Sue Myers Newman, Tammy Nifong, Tammy Niggebrugge, Wendy Nine Jeff Norment, Fred Nusbaum, Tracy Oberg, Richard Olson, Janie O'Neal, Maryellen O'Neal, Matt Osowski, Tim O'Toole, Jackie Otterbidge Kimberley Otterbridge, John Overholt, Chuck Overmyer, Todd Overpeck, Duane Owens, Pam Paler, Jeff Pappas, Kim Pawlak, Richard Peak Terry Peoples, Cindy Peters, Jim Peterson, Al Pierce, Mary Pierpont, Nanette Platz, Dexter Powell, Jackie Powers, Brian Price Phyllis Proffitt, Melody Prough, Patrice Pyles, Debbie Qualls, Donna Qualls, Joan Quinlan, Lori Rabb, Jim Rader, Julie Raderstorf Jody Randall, Kay Randall, Carla Ratliff, Leann Reas, Tina Reese, Mark Reda, Todd Reda, Marilyn Rehl, Krystal Reid Jeff Reiff, Kurt Reiners, Nedra Rich, Esperanza Rico, Jamie Riley, Jim Rinehart, Cindy Rippy, Mike Rivet, Dave Roberts Dave Robinson, Judy Robinson, Paulette Robinson, Denise Rodewald, Joyce Rodino, Terry Roe, Jan Ronk, Tanja Rojalez, Tom Rowe Sophomores join Ski Club activities Margo Rumell, Marla Rumsey, Steve Sailor, Bill Sanders, Chuck Sanders, Sandra Sanders, Rod Sargent, Anthony Sassaman, Richard Sauter Teresa Si Vicki Schaar, Steve § enauer, Francis Schlabach, Kevin Schlabaugh, Dawn Schulz, Todd Schulze, Anina Scofield, Judy Seifert Dennis Sever, Randy Shamblen, Patricia Sharp, Linda Shepard, Greg Shuff, Margaret Shultz, Amy Sibley, Dawn Sickels, Donna Silvers Fred Simmons, Sandra Simon, Becky Simpson, Debbie Sipe, Doug Skinner, Darlene Sleepers, Delphine Sleepers, Diane Smart, Kathy Smith Phillip Smith, Steve Smith, Sue Smith, Teresa Smith, Robert Snazuk, Scott Snyder, Shari Snyder, Beth Southard, Lannette Spivey Brent Spring, Pam Stacker, Wendy Stamotavich, Rudolph Stadlhofer, Rose Stankovich, Pam Stanley, Tom Starke, Teresa Stauffer, Marsha Steckly Pam Stiernagle, Sonia Stickel, Betsy Stombaugh, Bill Stone, Tom Stout, Sherrie Stow, Chuck Straub, Bill Stubbs, Tom Stuck Jackie Stutzman, Lance Stutzman, Todd Stutzman, Nick Sukow, Pam Swathwood, Terri Swinehart, Delceine Tam, Donald Taylor, Teri Taylor Cheri Templin, Lisa Thomas, Brad Thome, Terri Thompson, Lori Thornsbury, Margaret Thrailkill, Angela Toy, John Trecy, Keith Treadway Son Truong, Steve Tubbs, Cynthia Tuff, Shelly Ulrich, Lothar Usinger, James Ussery, Erie Van Buskirk, John De Mark, Ruby Van Galen Darlene Van Kirk, Karen Van Syckle, Rosemarie Vanveen, Judy Vaughn, Bill Vetch, Lori Valeminck, Gayle Wagner, Terrell Wakeman, Barb Ward Lisa Ware, Tony Ware, Bob Weaver, Julie Weber, Martin kyla Weeden, Beth Susan Wenger, Werbianskyj Jeannie Whalen, Robin Wheeler, Robin Whipple, Lauria White, Kim Whitehead, Annette Willi eff William: Loriann Williams, Raeanna Williams Shirley Willis, Barb Wilson, Laurie Wilson, Shari Wilson, Doug Winkleblack, Dan Wojtysiak, Jerry Wood, Jim Woodward, Jim Woodka Kathy Woods, Brenda Woolwine, Dorothy Works, Tina Wright, Melody Wyatt, Wendy Wysong, Todd Yeager, Dawn Yoder, Greg Yoder Brenda Young, David Young, Debbie Young, Jackie Young Anxiously awaiting snow, Sue Hardman and Cheryl Broderick check the Ski Club bulletin board for news of a skiing outing. atmosphere, what happens in the business world affects everyone in the community, including the schools. This year the Elkhart business scene reflected change and progress. With a si climb from a few yea: businesses expanded everywhere. In the Concord Mall, the opening of aJ.C. Penney Store added an entire wing to the complex, along with 10 new stores. Carson Pirie Properly-fitted equipment is essential, according to local ski experts. Being near the slopes of Michigan is a constant invitation to go skiing. Mike Osbourne fits Jim Reiff's boots. Scott and Co. moved into Pierre Moran Mall in the space once occupied by the bankrupt Grant's chain. Local unemployment rates were far below the national levels. High school students were being hired part-time by the recreational vehicle industry. Downtown street 4 beautification was seen with : mixed feelings, but many people enjoyed the new flowers and trees. . aa Se A : Examining a new watch, Chery! Warner tries to decide between various accessories to add to her wardrobe. With emphasis placed on jewelry, many students chose the latest fashions. won 4 : Gas stations and fuel costs are a major part of a student driver's life. Marilyn Lefforge and G. Daugherty watch the pump tick over the dollars. More than 450 cars were in school lots daily. With many bowling alleys available in Elkhart, the sport is a favorite for a date or just fun with the gang. Scott Mills and Germain DelPrete practice, using whatever style works best. Mark Vahala, Cathy Manley, Donald Litherland, Director SELMER PROUDLY SALUTES A WINNER THE MARCHING CHARGERS OF 1976-77 “Whoever has skill in music is of good temperment and fitted for all things.” MARTIN LUTHER Selmer CTS manufactures the components that make your radios and TVs work CTS employs more than 1,700 Elkhartans CTS supports Elkhart and the Memorial Crimson Chargers CTS Corporation 1142 West Beardsley Avenue “Noble‘Romans “Like an Italian Vacation for your mouth!” 1517 E. Bristol 264-2151 Rollie Williams Paint Spot, Inc. 1179 Kent St—Your Backdoor Neighbor Billy Robinson, Linda Hackworth looking to your future? Elkhart Bridge Tron Co., Inc. 921 North Michigan we’ve been growing with Elkhart for over 70 years ELKHART AUTO DEALERS _Association Oftice of the Secretary 116 So. Second Street ELKHART, INDIANA MEMBERS Vernon M. Ball, Inc. Battjes Pontiac, Inc. Joe Cunningham's Pete Fall Ford, Inc. Lincoln-Mercury, Inc. Lochmandy Motors, Inc. Lochmandy Buick, Inc. Tom Naquin Chevrolet McHenry Olds-Cadillac Toyota of Elkhart, Inc. Putnam Imports Trux, Inc. Joe Kaehr ? the only way ‘gues West View Florist 1717 CASSOPOLIS STREET PHONE 264-3112 U. S. INDUSTRIAL PAINTING CO., INC. eee INDUSTRIAL PAINTING CONTRACTORS 204 S. Main St. 293-5596 Congratulations to the Class of 1977 RECREATIONAL VEHICLES, INC. 1809 W. Hively Avenue 294-6411 Industrial—Commercial—Institutional hs ira C. General Contractors aaX ri Since 1910 NI Son, Inc. 2510 Sterling Ave. 522-9733 (enaPeon's Music Stores You'll enjoy music more with components from Templin's 310 S. Main St. — 294-3508 Good luck, Students! 1977 Adult Booster | _ Club -Pass Paint Shop Inc. Wood Grained Mouldings 1132 North Nappanee St. Phone 264-5334 Congratulations, Class of ’77 Patrick Industries 1930 West Lusher 293-1521 Mobilecraft Wood Products, Inc. 2018 Fieldhouse Avenue 293-0521 Formerly Chupp's Carpets Gold Bond Pricing “Buy More— Fave More”’ Open Monday - Saturday 8:00 - 5:00 Monday and Thursday nights until 8:00 28080 U.S. 33 West Specialists to the Mobile Home, R.V. and Modular Industries Best Wishes Class of ’77 EMPIRE TRAVEL TRAILERS 52718 Mobile Drive helter built by heck Congratulations Class of 1977 BB book eopponliow POST OFFICE BOX 8 © 2930 LARUE STREET ® ELKHART. INDIANA 46514 © 219-294-5621 The store that has everything— G. L. Perry’s Pierre Moran—Easy Shopping Place—Town and Country SPORTSMAN'S ENTERPRISES, INC. Re i a Insurance 2310 W. LEXINGTON AVE. 293-0578 WHEN YOU THINK OF CARPET THINK a 1819 CASSOPOLIS ELKHART © PH. 262-3621 jed Over 21,000 R Mid City Supply Co., Inc. 940 Industrial Parkway Congratulations Seniors Buying a home is the biggest financial decision you'll ever make. Let— B F Realty, Inc. help you decide 1300 Cassopolis St. Phone 264-0651 TOWER OLD RELIABLE INSURANCE AGENCY “We insure everything you own and everyone you love.” P. O. Box 488 227 South Main St. (219)294-1541 Congratulations To The Class of ’77 4218 SOUTH MAIN STREET PHONE 875-6220 Congratulations Class of '77 Trim Glass |i 515 East Jackson 293-8711 293-1737 1600 ©. Shoug 292-6941 Alan Francisco, Doug Littlepage is often like a job. It is something in which to invest. Not your money, but your mind your energy and your heart. Only then will you have any interest in it; and only then can you call yourself successful. [An opportunity you can work for and live with. ©1972 NIBCO, IN¢ ALICK’S DRUGS NO. 1 - 1612 W. LEXINGTON a) « NO. 2 - 1657 CASSOPOLIS PHONE: 294-5695 4 PHONE: 262-3555 OPEN DAILY 7 A.M. to MIDNIGHT OPEN DAILY 8 A.M. fo 10 P.M. ELKHART, INDIANA 1904-1977 73 Years of Serving Elkhart— Downtown Pierre Moran Ziesel’s Carpet Market Judy Vaughn Oak Manor 2901 West Lexington Av. Call 293-6431 For wide selection of appliances, hardware, furniture and household supplies, shop at the Coast to Coast Stores Parkmor Plaza Fox's Jewelry in the Concord Mall i EXCEL INOUSTRIES = eTiiiiiiiiiiil To the Class of 1977 A name to look up to Generations have looked to Miles’ Alka-Seltzer® for fast relief of upset stomach with headache. And millions have grown up on our famous multiple vitamin supplements. But to countless others Miles means more... much more. They look to Miles for electronic medical instru- ments, diagnostic products, organic chemicals and enzymes. And for pharmaceuticals, citric acid, textured vegetable protein foods and many other products that help people live longer, better lives. For dozens of “people products” we've become known as the company to look up. And a name to look up to. wwe MILES LABORATORIES, INC wm Casey Montagano, Janet Gaydos, Joe Montagano, Sandy Vaukirk For an evening of relaxation, dine at Casey’s Fine Italian and American Cuisine 411 South Main St. ROBERTSON 'S. IT'S THE PLACE TO BE. When you shop Robertson's— Concord Mall, Elkhart, you choose from a wonderful selection of merchandise from over the world, and America's most famous brands as well. Here you find quality, value, selection—and the friendly courteous service that has been a Robertson's tradition since 1904. Spring, summer, winter, fall—you can buy everything you need for yourself, your family and your home at Robertson's—the convenient, friendly, com- plete department store. WORTH A TRIP FROM ANYWHERE! Mfg. of Mobile Home Cut Stock Suppliers of Building Materials Welcome to | PLEASURE WORLD I NC. Todd Torok 1846 Cassopolis The stop for Chargers to shop St Joseoh @ Vale Bark JUDD DRUG STORES Six convenient Locations in Elkhart and Goshen Congratulations - to the Class of '77 Hacker Construction Specializing in New Homes and Remodeling 55898 Kathryn Drive 293-4790 Congratulations To the Class of ’77 DISTRIBUTORS — BUILDING - INDUSTRIAL - HARDWARE PRODUCTS 1227 W. BEARDSLEY AVE. ELKHART 293-4521 We work to bring you the latest news from around our community, our nation and the world. We believe that our responsibility includes informing you with in- depth articles exploring all of the issues that confront us each day. We also try to enlighten and entertain you with feature articles about people, places, sports, food, books and the arts. We like to assist you in shopping with classified and display advertisements. A newspaper best serves the community by bringing its readers into closer contact with the world around them. SOUTH BEND 288-9392 206 W. Jackson St. Berman’s Sporting Goods “Sports Specialists” 123 South Main St. Used Machine Tools Rebuilding Post Office Box 1 . ° . . 5. pa Design and Build Special Machines set The sharpest cuts in town are found at— Vincent’s Parkmor Plaza H a i r S tyl es of Luck Class of '77 Dygert Corp. Congratulations Class of ’77 Manufacturers of Quality Seating Oakland Products for the | RV Industry Lanes 2727 Oakland Ave. 293-1632 Our Name to Fame Is Home Cooking Seafood—Steaks—Chicken Tip Top Restaurant 2621 West Lexington Street 293-2650 WHITE’S Electronics, Inc. FUN FOR THE WHOLE FAMILY The World's Largest Line of Mineral Metal Detectors 52906 Elk-Air Industrial Park Dexter Dr. E. | 264-0602 Raenna Williams Even if you earn only $2476 a week, ul need a irst National banker. If you earn money—any amount of money—it's time you had a bank. Because learning how to handle your income can be just as important as the amount of money you make. We'd like to help you get a start on good money manage- ment with your first savings or checking account Over the years, First National has introduced hundreds of students to banking. We consider it an investment in your future—and ours. You'll soon be needing a lot of other eS ee med em ent tr Ko the hank voi; remember. First National Bank Elkhart Aluminum Fabricators DYNAMIC ENTERPRISES, INC. 58391 VENTURA DRIVE «P.O. BOX 781+ 293-8571 = | r = a | 4 8 Laura Martinez 1 HO gt aS am, | 910 Cassopoli 4 O PEN | 264-3885 ro Taf . x J at + Crimson! Gold! Crimson! Gold! Yes, but Artex is more than that. We have over 100 other colors, too. Plus items to paint. So keep the spirit with. . . Artex Roll-on Decorator Paints 27908 CR 4 West 264-6384 Pat Butler For a mealtime treat, eat at Hardees, Three handy locations: Pierre Moran Mall, Bristol Street and U.S. 33 South, Dunlap For a fresh variety of produce and fast, friendly service, shop WILTS Easy Shopping Place 1221 S. Main Bacon Hill 111 E Lusher Ave. Best Wishes Re ul future Class of 77 Jaxon Cleaners Laundry D S Firearms Inc. We have a complete line of firearms and accessories. D S operates the only full service gun repair shop in the area. We also have a great gift shop for all your traveling and beauty needs. 51787 Cassopolis 262-2958 217 West Jackson Blvd. Concord Mall Plaza Telephone: 528-1731 SELLING ELKHART ONE HOME AT A TIME AME? REALTOR John A, Cassis “M Ss 4 tt, G fe Ce. Thomas L. Shultz call 293-2523 Serving Our Community For Over 30 Years 314 W, HIGH REALTOR Congratulations to the Class of 1977 For people who love living and know how to go about it, BONANZA offers a complete line-of travel trailers and fifth wheels that are more than just another RV... they're a way of life. {rv} 3) NS 52807-R2-CR7N, Elkhart, Indiana 46514 219 264-7576 [eeataice Yoder Ready Mixed Concrete Co., Cone-Crete Products, Inc. ws) il ane J Golden Rule £ 4 Industries, |=] Inc. Serving the Michiana Area For 30 years with CONCRETE BLOCKS READY MIXED CONCRETE BUILDING SUPPLIES EQUIPMENT Rho 1500 West Bristol 262-2681 GONDERMAN COIN SHOP Pierre Moran Mall Phone 293-5442 Jon Cook Imperial Onn on the By-Pass Elkhart, IN Featuring: Cantonese American Cuisine Private Party Room Complete carry out service For Reservations 293-6387 and your favorite cocktail Mike Russo Gordo Crase Best Wishes Seniors From Step £25 Men's Wear Fashions for Today’s Young Man Mon.-Fri. 10-8—Sat. 10-5 Parkmor Plaza Stephen D. Bowers Phone 264-1341 Congratulations and best of luck to the Class of [977 Riblet Products Corp. CMS We have it all! From Vans to Pickups! A full line of Conversion supplies! 27699 Co. Rd. 6W Elkhart 262-3538 MN Anderson, Mi werson, Mie M Anderon, Peto—172 ‘Androws, Mark —164 Andrews, Molisan—164, onal, Moniea—83, Antonelli, Sherry-—172 ‘Aplel, Noeman—172 ‘Army, Caroline—V ‘Arnett, Danny—146 Arnott, 172 im—172 ‘Arnold, ‘Arnold, Michael —146 ‘Arnold, Wendell 164 ‘Arthur, Carrie— Buabeock, Cindy—134 ile, Elaine — 146 Bailey, Sheila—172 Bailey, Marsha—164 Barrett, Gi 112, ar regory—112, rie Sa Barwick Dianne—122, 164 ‘Basham, Debbie—128, 172 Bates, Annette—172 Bates, Wenily—32, 126, Baum, Kelly—88, 89, 91 asm , 89, 91, Baur, Robin—29, 91, 172 Bayles Jack—164 Index ‘Donna—164 Beas Mark—78, 116, Beaver, Brad—82, 172 Beaver, Brian—180, 181, iN tet Hors Milam 161 Trudy—131, 164 Beialer, Deborah—129, Berger, Citt—143 sd . Jeanine 6, 121, it Berkley, Trice—131, 47 Berman's—208 Bole, Bird Bolinger, Jan—122, 126, Bolton, Dale—5, 144 Bows, Robert 83, Pat—165 7 139 Broderick, Chery!—113, 126, 172,177 Bunn, Colene—128, 165 Burdin, Gwendolyn—2, 121,178 Burgés, Vicki 121,173 Burk Vanessa—12), 128 Butler, Betty—51 Butler, 173 Butler, Patrieia—10, 148, Byers, Adrin—56 5� Adrin— Byers, George—108, 188, Byers, Vieki—2, 121, 129, By-Pass Paint Shop—188 Be Dania | Gordon —144 iyrket, Jeff —148 C Cain, William —165 ay G Joetia— 17 Elimpbel Pauterwe 120, 114, 115, 1 Castillo, Jake—65, 121, 173 Cataldo, Lisa—148 Catanzarite, Prank—46, 119, 141 ifman, Kathy —4 Cavinder, Jim—148 Cavinder, Kathy—116, ‘117, 148, 153. Chaffee, Susan—2, 47, 129, Tes Zin 2a 7 Kathy—116, 148 Chandler, Laurie— 165 Chavis, 165 Hl 128,173 Coldren, Sonja—119, 131, 173 Seniors not pictured Members of the Class of 1977 who are not pictured are as follows: ‘Thomas Bails Robert Beam Tim Bender Margaret Blackwood Robert Brown: Mare Coffin Doreen DeJohn Glenn Dooley Janet Boyland Gordon Brian Hadley Paula Henderson Dwone Hibbler Rick Hosler Stephanie Jackson Joseph Kay Daniel LeCount Laura LeCount Howard MacMillan Compnion, Gin 80 12 ‘omparion, Gina— 9, ihe Campion, Rook, 86, Companion, Tracy 25, 88, a, 126, tas Conard, Donna—2, 120, 113 Conde, Jett 165 Conk, Alan 18 Cake Lare 188 Conlsk, Chris 06, 14% CConlsk, Patrick 96, 173 Connell, Jalio—185 Cook, Carolyn —33, 41, 88, 01s Cook, Jon—104, 108, 165, 3 Cook, Mike—165 per, Brenta—128, 128, Cooper, David—15, 27, 1 ta, 13, Corpe, Mark —1' Corrado, Mary—25, 118, 120, 149, 188 Steven Melkus Cheryl Nusbaum John O'Brien Gregory Parramore Thelma Peete Kevin Perry Pamela Pierpont James Pollard ‘Alice Knuckles Roberts Richard Roseen Jo Ann Shepard Carl Smith Daryl Snyder Charles Soard Ronald Stamper Vincent Tredway Maverick Ulmer Michael Walker Dandino, Kathi—178 Danner, Evelyn 18,4 BA a T19, 122, 123, annheiser, Ron. Daugherty, Daugherty, Lisn—122, 166 Dayidhizar, Chery!—116, Davis, Berry—12 Davis, Laurie Ann—166 Deak, Sheila—89, 126, 166 Dean, Bruce—104, 118, 130, 131, 166 Dean, Janice—140, 220, Dean, Martin—25, 45, 61, Dekatoony Ter —172 ‘nthony. Terry — DECAn 1, 1 DeFord, Kerri— 149 DeFort, Tonda—173 DePreesc, Kerey—75, 140 49, 181, 149 DeMond, Brott—73, 166 Dempsey, Ron 166 Denault, Denlng DeVore, Darla 120, 178 DickerotT, Kathy™—100, Diller, Gary—173. Dinkledine,Jill—173 Dittman, Cliff—173, Dittman, Mitch—L49 Dixon, eerie! ce, Cheryl—I7d Drumm, Glenn—145, D S—210 Duff, David—149 Duncan, Kandee—121, 166 Dunham, Cindy—8, 89, 91, 150, Karen—124, 125, 166 Morne 50 150 jar hei ta ae 91,11 16, 117, 118, 119, 129, Ehret, Jeana—174 Ean, Bi 108 hart Auto Dealers— ) Herard— 145 Ferris Cathieo0, 124 Heir Vie“ Ids, Dwight—106, Fields, Mark-—35, 116, 117, 1 F3) Aig alth—116 izalwth—116, 1A Fini Cum. a4, 7 10,108 10, 16, Firat National Hank 206 John 104 Fiaher, Paul—113, 174 Fisher, vert—116, 119, Flsinner, Bonnie 150 Fletaher, Jackie—89, 91, Fritz, Davi 174,176 ‘81,166 Punk, tar Purlow, Leroy—174 G Gamble, Roland—174 Ganyard, John—13, 104, 11k 18 Garner, m Gary, i Gay, Hahnct 2s, 9,120, Gottmun, J Gavin Judy 129,181 Gavin, Marga 4 aan rman Coln—212 Goode, Rebert—M4, 165, Goodrigh, Devon—121, 11 Green: Shirtie—178 Greene Daniel—94, 95, Grove, Jon—116, 130, 131, 11 Grove, John Wilma— 187 id, Mary—136, 168 Hergtn, Karen 121, Harrison, Sgt. Carla Heim. Bebe, 16, Hartinan, Glenda—126, 129, 167 4 175, Lawn 182 ‘Cynthia 90, 91, jackio—137 ir, Timothy—126, Heironimus, Julie—116, Heironimus, Lori—15, 25, 167 175 Joann—131, 167 Hoke, Pagry—15, 122 12, als debe, 91. 101, |, Maribeth—7, 25, Huff, Richard—=175, Hull,’ Jim—16, 24, 78, 91, 971,101, 118, 119, 126, Humphrey, Dave—167 abe Dia luston, Dennis—167 Hutkins, William 68, Hutsell, Mark—182 Hutton, A,X Hythema, John—167 iyikema, Judy—122, 183 I lavagniio, Mike—14, 175, avail joven Ho, Pam 188, 167 Jackson, Michael—153, 175 ds i Palo in, ae. rt Jenkins, Julie—175, Jenki 1 Jennings, Kim—153 175 Johnson, Kristine—128, 131, 167 ‘Marla—116, 117, 120, 128,158 175 ‘Johnson, Stephen—94, 144 Johnson, Sue—167 Mirae Maureen—120, Jennio—167 Kuan Dale5 Ky doye=ite Kell ig—100, 101, eine Keller, 115 Knowles, Gary—08, 94, Knowlton, Mark—1 Knowlton Mike 1 y 14 Kaudson, aaa, Koch, Norma—145 cate ee Kathy—69, 121, Koeppen, Janet—139 Kolanowski, Julio— 176. Ror Tes eee =a peat 14 ‘Kr nowski, Donna— ilyn—145_ ee Lew Mike : 1 Vefforge, Marilyn—28, “no, fis, 122,123, 154, ‘Leonard, Lori—176 Leuebiner, Bob—33, 77, 105, 154 Leuchiner, Ned—176 176 168 nhart, 20, 176 Lenhart, Laura—4, 120, 155 Linn, Richard 176 Linton, Todd 168 Litherland, Don—18, 143, I Lit p peeeer Lockwood, Shawn—113, Long, Anna—! 45 Lony A 164 Pape al, lune Lovett Jim 176 Lacanko, Elisabeth—121, Mabie, Grant—42, 112, 113, {76 MacDougall, Jade—71, 155 Mace, Terry176 MacKenzie, LeighAnn— a8, 116, 128, 131, 146, Machowies, Lori—34, 64, aece jim—94, 155, Malone, Billy —106, 168 Mane: Gackt Malone, Terry—108, 168 Marcin ‘Stephen— Mart, Palmer—33, 182, Marylou—1 Mase trnig? 6 Mast; Nora —156 Mast; Paula—131, 168 Matchette, Jan— 128,131, 156 ‘McCavitt, Leah—133, 168 Martha—i6s MeClelland, Jim—96, 176 Robert—156 i McCreary, Brian—168 s' 176, ort 16 MeDowel, Kim—186 Steve—168. weer shane MeGiauchlen, Lee—M47, McGrath, Ann—122, 123, 168 MeKibbin, Naney—128, 116 MeKerill, Greg—168 MeLain, Bob—96, 97, 180, cist MeLain, Tim—130, 176 MeLemore, Doug—53, 128, ¥ MeNair, Patrick —96, 156 = Patrick--70, 120, Merritt, Seott—75, 83 sera za ‘a 168 Metealf, Anne—21. 30, 43, Middleton, James-—46, 144 Miers, James—130, 131, Mit biyy—i92 ‘Miller, Chris —168 Miller, David—116, 126, 154, 156 Meroe 13 4 2 ee filler, Henry— Miller, Kat 187 Miller, baurs 3 som Mills Scott—157, 181, 198 Mollenhour, Val—176 Molto, Andrea—16, 126, 116 Montagano, James—14, 26, 28, 30, 79, 81, 116, 117, 122, 123, 136, 157 Montagne, Joo—122, 128, entiane, Joo—12, Moore, Dennis—157 Moore; Kathy—169 Moore. i Beverly— Murphey, Susie—121, 177 mt Yistoey— 108 Mutzl. Jane— Myer. Richard—56, 122, 1 3, Patricia 177 fyers, Susan—120, 177 Myers, Teresa—123, 157 N Nancy Hauser Dance Trou Gy Newell, Ramona—131, 177 Newman, Ellen—177 Nibeo— 194 Nielsen, Dorisanne—140 Nine ‘Tammy—126, 131, Niggebrugge, Tammy— Owerbridge, Kimberley — 21.7 Overholt, Jobn—121, 177 Overholt, Ruth—121, 157 Overmyer, Chuck—120, 17 , Todd —112, 120, bi Overton, Julie—129, 169 ‘Owens, Duane—177 Owens, Ellen—48, 169 g Puine, Jody—T, 23, 76, 116, 118, 126, 127, 154, 157 Paler, Par —138, 177 Palmer, Kim—I Palmer, Mike—169 Palmeter, peas, 87, 122, 128, Pappas. deft171 Lori—187 ‘1, 111, 115, 118, 119, 122, 169° Persdell, Brandon —42 Peterson, Jim —1 Peterson, John—S2, 131, 169 Peterson, Neil—86, 87, 122, 128, yn, Wanda—132, Fierpoat Pikoraitis, Ann—169) Pikoraitis, Bruno—137 Pio, Larry—33, 140. Pippenger, Kelly —121, Brae orale Poss, Kathy—126, 169 Powel Dexieriit Powers, Jackie—O1, 128, Powers, James—142 Q fm oat lo, Lisa—158 lo, Lora—121, inlan, Joan—13, 119, 1 171 Quinlan, Kevin—169 R Rabb, Lori—177 Raber, Jean—9, 17, 116, 18, 122, 128, 185, 158 Raber, Jon—28, 118, 122, 123, 169 127,177 Raines, Pam—169 sate Sue—35, 116, Rand, Brenda—84, 116, Randi Soa Ww Randall Kay tit Ratt, Carla—120, 177 Ratliff, Rob—169 125, 158 Reese, Brenda—158 Reecor, Douglas—169 Reese, Kristina—120, 121 Reese 69 rid Rhinesmith, Gale—73, 169 Riblot Products—213 Rich, Nedra—177 Richmond, Bill—101, 158, 70, 169 Rickman, Carl—169 Robi x Taha, Paleo, anio—150 liams—183 Ronk, Jan—102, 126, 127, 129,17 Ronk, Lori—122, 170 Ronk, Marsha—-190, 181, 70 ‘Russo, Tony—159 yam, Pat 122, 170 S ‘Sackett, Mildred—135 Sailor, Deb—124, 150 Sailor, Linda—131, 170 Sailor, Steven —178 Sailor, Therese—159 Salee, Mark Sanders, Vivian Sanderson, Connie—159 ‘Bronda— 150 i Sanonts Mury— 160 ele 2,10 went, Vicki Stmsuman, Anthony-—1, 65, 112, 17% Snutior, Richart—178 Sauttor, Ronald—170 Ferenn— 120,178 Schemenauor, Steve—9, 17% Sehenher, Diane—170 en nk, Bayo Schlabich, Schlal Kevin—178 Sehlogs Imileh, Becky— 121,170 ‘Kim—101, 128, 170 Sonia—i26, 131, Thompson, Ter 120, 178 Thorne, Doug—128, 181, ul ae ses Tip Top- ia a a Naney—122, 162 , Todd—13, 14, 24, erupts Tower Old Reliable— Treadway, Keith+-180, , Kelth—130, ced Rose—91, 104, Mt 16,130,162 ‘redvay, Vince 18), 154 14 17, ee Jett —16, ‘Troyer, V Vahala, Mark—116, 130, ee, Ime Van ik Lids —108 179 Ven Sle Rare Me ibe, 75, 150, Yan Zile, Dougtas-—171 Vs food Vinihan: Richard, 1 Votheim, Toni—162 WwW Wachter, Loerio122, 128 Weaver, Debbie—171 Weaver, Don—115, 119, 131, 171, 223 Lona— Wenger, Susan—179 bat gdeen Tom—121, Werbia insky}, Sabris Ra eg haw caer Whalen, Sherri—121 Wheeler, Robin—179 Whipple, Julie—47, 114, 22 123 171, eat Wiliam, Jett—179 illiams, Georgia— Williams, Laurry—171 Williams, Lorenda—112, ams, Randy —163 —96, 163 Hiams, William—163 Willis, Curt—171 mn Damita—125, 131, Willis, Michelle—18, 124, 129, Willis, Shirley—120, 128, 179 Wiseman, Jean—60. Wiseman, eae head i Yeager, Jeff—171 Yeager, Todd—1 Young, ‘19 Young, David—112, 113, tating Young, Debbie—42, 120, Identify IN SEARCH OF SELF The quest for self-identity hi been a ated with youth, particularly S ithentMusiasm, Brent Parver rs of intigy through music. Along with } high school age. In the final y secondary educ: tion, indiv 4 a pany must find themselves forced into an ¥ ’ rh Tiga = uncomfortable situation: they must decide what they are going to do with the rest of their liv Although the college application process has been streamlined over the past years, there is still a great amount of pressure in taking the step from high school to college. The student must begin to plan even as an underclassman as to the direction he is heading: two- year program, four-year program, vocational trade school, or none at all. Yet, problems exist even before that. The high school student needs to come to grips with himself and his environment. Establishing an identity is not always an eg k. The high school atmosphere can make or breal individual, but very few people can get through without coming to some sort of final decision about thei ves. Whether there is a negative or positive result, the search for self becom: Intent on elsewhere, Sue Chaffee thinks of the future. Often, the misdirection of looking ahead causes a lack of interest now To know oneself as alive and black became a visible struggle withthe showing of Roots. In celebration of Black History Month, a group of students, including Judy Robinson, presented a program identifying and acknowledging the past. res fill the mind of ‘d number 435 Being alone is in as being wit thought and con Triumphant in his vietory, the high schoo graduate, Bob McLain, clutches his d diploma, ready to take on the world. And I thank the Academy Even before last year’s books were handed out, this book was being started. In fact, the first deadline for Monolith was only a week after school dismissed. Since then, the staff and many other people have made their contributions to completing the goals and ideas that were begun in June Adviser Janice Dean spent countless hours guiding a staff that had no experience in the art of yearbook. She devoted her weekends nd evenings to finishing deadlines that arrived often too soon and always unwanted. Her suggestions and sometimes her orders corrected many a mistake. ‘The staff themselves deserve a great amount of credit. Not only did they work hard and long hours on their pages, but they also put up with an unsure, yet demanding editor (although they weren't always willing to). Tempers flared and harsh words were spoken, but that is all in a day's work for the editor and the darkroom manager. Scott Springsteen performed his duty every day and on the weekends, as well, although not always with a smile. His unique superimposed prints were the hit of A-104. The arguments were soon forgotten, most of the time The other photographers were a great help, also. They printed pictures on short notice when every deadline rolled around and they never complained (?) Special thanks to Bill Haslem for his aerial shot of the school building. The outside photographers, Mosier Photographics and Dale Longacre, were available on very short notice for groups d special effects. Thanks to Longacre for going underwater to complete the swimming coverage with an underwater camera. Mosier was the unsung hero of the staff and his prints were very welcome, come deadline time. Co-operation is all that we got from Activities Director Alice McKeehan. Whether the help came in the form of assistance with special circulation announcemnts or just a cheery smile late at night, she was always willing to talk to writers or aid in developing a special project. Monolith would be not complete without the information and encouragement of the administrators and their s so, thanks to the understanding custodians, in particular, Glenn Drumm and Louise Monroe. With all the help from so many people, it seems that the only one not to the Academy. Someone bly has been left out; thanks to y aff, it has been a great year. We hope the same for you thank Notes cover the blackboard in the journalism room. With both graffiti and deadline info oni, the board was considered a joy and a pain. Clint Woodward, adviser Janice Dean, and Julie Whipple discuss one of the lighter comments. Focusing the camera, Bill Mosier prepares for another underclass picture. Mosier’ m contributions include groups and sports erage, TAFF Mark Fields Barbara Rehl Editor-in-chief Managing Editor Art Design Editor . Sports Editor Business Manager Darkroom Manag. Photographers , . . .Kelly Cochran, Bill Haslem, Gina Maure Copy Design Staff Antonelli, Deb Bussard Castelucci Dwight Fields, Cathy Labadie, Cathy Thompson, Shane Tipton, Diana Todd, Julie Whipple Sports Writers Bessie Cart Findlay, Jenny Kirby, Bob McLain Artist John Peterson Dennis Hacker Clint Woodward Scott Springsteen Monica Cam Special Photo Credits Robert Lindahl—page 3 (upper right) Elkhart Truth—page 16 (lower right) Dale Longacre—page 78 (upper right) Victor Dolzan—page 219 (lower right) Bill Haslem—page 222 (upper right) Dave VanZile—Career Center photos Mosier Photographics—color photos Scott Springsteen, Bill Haslem- Identity photos, special theme photos Special artwork Scott Spesshardt Jackie Smith: Mark Fields—cover design Golden Rule Press—airbrushing on endsheets page 37 page 51 Monolith was printed on dull enamel paper with a silk screened cover. Body type is 10 pt. Century and captions are Spt. Century with bold. Headlines are set in Melior type. Behind the camera, Soott Springsteen displays his superimposed print id several unus larkroom manager. Al photos through his job a: Posing for a photo affee special feature on Make-up didn’t always r Mark Fields br g wit m is managing editor Although the Midwest and much of the 'y suffered from energy problems, Memorial didn’t. The energy, power, and pirit hit peak levels of production throughout the ye Once again, the success of Memorial was exhibited. 1 s continued their including two fir meet of the season but one. Individual students won high honors in art, scholasti But Memor jal set itself apart with which each eal patron drive, in the dances, in the sectional. . .i every facet of Memorial life. almer Mart holds nted to him by the band. ith many peta for school teams, trophies were plentiful A display hon up at school in F n puts finishing touches on the project which highlighted ievemnents of blacks through history Yes, this is our school. We did go to class, we did sit in the same seats, and maybe we learned the same things. But, something made Memorial different from all the rest. There was an unquenchable energy that ran through all our efforts, a visible power that was apparent to everyone even when we didn’t come out on top, and an indomitable spirit that came out strong in support of our sports, 8, and extra-curricular ties. One student remarked, “You can almost sense a physical energy when you come to Memorial. I’ve lived in other towns and gone to other schools. There is a difference at Memorial. It’s a state of mind, an attitude that says, ‘We know that we are special.’ There’s always room for improvement, but the spirit of Memorial is already a force that pulls you in, involves you, and makes you excited about school.” We WERE different. Because . . we had energy, power, and spirit!