Excelsior Springs High School - Tiger Yearbook (Excelsior Springs, MO)

Text from Pages 1 - 216 of the 1977 volume:

1977 Tiger Volume 4 Excelsior Springs High School Excelsior Springs, Missouri 64024 On the cover: Kansas City skyline, area na- tive windmill, Elms Hotel, Hall of Waters, West High, East High. title page, by Mark Sterling 1 E£ : ■2 Table of Contents Student life................6 Academics.................36 Activities...............62 Sports.................84 People................124 Advertising...............176 2 opening, layouts by Susan Grace, copy by Mark Sterling (right) Cheering President Gerald Ford’s Republican Presidential nomina- tion victory in Kansas City are his son Jack and lirst Lady Betty, (above) Flying over one of Excelsior’s many hills on a snow-imposed holiday is sophomore Doug Hobbs, (above right) Receiving his swine flu shot, like million of others, is junior Jeff Cedar. The innoculations were cancelled in late December due to fear that it would induce the Guillain-Barre syndrome which caused temporary paralysis. Nestled in gently rolling hills, with wide expanses of farmland surrounding. Excelsior Springs was a community in which unity and peace of mind seemed assured. The scope of national events seemed to pass us by. This observation changed as our town sought out what it was to be. Although the community boasted an expand- ing center of industry, an extinquished source of revenue (tourist trade) came to life once again with the re-opening of the Elms resort hotel. Emerging from existence as a bed- room community to a full-fledged suburb of Kansas City was viewed as a regression by some and as progress by oth- ers. Locals took notice when Kansas City and the Midwest were swept into headlines spanning the country. In August Republicans journeyed to Kansas City for a national con- vention at which Gerald Ford barely edged out Ronald Reagan for the presidential nomination. A drought scorched the Midwest during the Bicentennial summer and damaged crops. In contrast, Artic-like tempera- tures blasted the heartland during winter, resulting in natu- ral gas shortages and forcing the closing of schools through- out the nation. Nationally, a threatened swine flu epidemic and the elec- tion of Jimmy Carter caused Americans to make decisions that would affect their health and welfare. Viking I and II Mars probes nurtured man’s curiosity as to whether or not he was alone in the universe. Evolution of these events and a metamorphosis of the surroundings we lived in created the need for a new unity, for concordant (right) Students looking for friends, good times and parties fill Excelsior’s downtown streets on Friday and Saturday nights, (bot- tom right) Top film billings draw' many people to the Twin drive-in theatres, lo- cated on Highway 291 near Independence, and other city cinemas. (above left) What to wear poses a daily problem for many, as with Judy O Leary, senior, (left) One of the Springs several wooded areas is explored by sophomore Monty Wise and his dog Missy, (above) Reading the Christmas Gospel of Luke at St. Luke’s Episcopalian Church Christmas program is freshman Sally Waller. To a person who had a rural mail- ing address, a city phone, and who attended school in Excelsior Springs, harmony may have seemed just an il- lusion. Establishment of an inner tran- quility, however, was discovered to be much more than an address. To some, it was security that they had found a religion, a communication with God, and through this, answers to age-old questions such as, “Who am I?” “Why do I exist?” More pressing at the time, how- ever, were the day to day “crises” that arose and needed to be solved to keep a balanced life. “What am 1 gon- na wear?” “Swift, homework over the weekend and I’m going out!” Students often were not content just sitting around the house and solv- ed their boredom by developing hob- bies, investigating nature in the dwindl- ing wilderness around Excelsior, or by ridin’ through town listening to the radio or tape deck. If no action was found, entertainment was sought in the Kansas City area. Thus, it was discovered that to achieve harmony with the world, first a personal harmony must be found. rtuir©=Iked opening, by Mark Stcrling 5 6 division, layout by Susan Grace, copy by Mark Sterling (top) Banana splits and other delicacies often become tempting for many Dairy Queen employees like Stephanie Sutton. (above) Many students, like Doug Sharp, seek employment at local grocery stores. Ifyim Costumes for Spirit Week: movies; concerts; and fancy threads for Homecoming, Courtwarming and Prom hit stu- dents where it hurt-in the pocketbook. Employment to resupply ever-diminishing finances was often hard to find. However, opportunities to be hired in- creased locally with the construction of a Dairy Queen franchise. The opening of Metro North, one of the largest shopping malls in the metropolitan area, expanded an ever- growing Kansas City job market. Jobs ranged anywhere front mowing lawns, to babysitting, to store clerking to working at the Kansas city amusement park Worlds of Fun. Obtaining money often meant sacrifices. To get down at Prom possibly meant working during spring vacation. Income earners labored at these various tasks with the knowledge that an ultimate objective could be reached- harmony between work and play. (above) Tammy Miller assists a customer at Worlds of I'un. (left) Coop gas station provides Paul Arnold with work for spending money. division, layout by Susan Grace, copy by Mark Sterling ? juST jA W V Sn (left) Those counrty boys from Springfield, Mo., the OZARK MOUNTAIN DAREDEVILS, are doing alright, (top right) Performing next-to-the-last at Summer Jam I is KANSAS, and from the way the crowd acts, this band is worth the wait, (lower right) Hundreds show appreciation and approval of the music presented to them at Summer Jam I of 76. Slowly, the lights dimmed, and an silenced momentarily as the perform- electric excitement rippled through the ers appeared. Suddenly, thundering audience. Screams and shouts were applause broke loose. The concert had begun. (top) Lead female vocalist of'76 LINDA RONSTADT retaliates at a magazine for a bad review. She announces at her December concert at K.C.’s Municipal Auditorium: “I’d like to dedicate this song to ‘Rolling Stone’ magazine.” She then goes into her hit song, “I’ve been cheated, been mistreated .. .. ” The crowd loves it. (left) Traveling with several other bands, HEAD EAST, a fairly new group, performs their hit, “Love Me Tonight.” (middle right) Anx- ious to meet a member of R.E.O., an avid jam fan attempts to scale the wall, (lower right) A biggie comes to Kansas City-ex-Beatle PAUL MCCARTNEY and his band, WINGS. Here, Paul gives his fans his all. The scene was the same at concerts all over the world, and they all includ- ed that one universal quality called communication. Usually, the performer impressed his audience, and hopefully, he moved them emotionally. An amazing amount of rapport happened at concerts—be- tween two audience members, between an audience member and a stagehand or roadie, and, most important, be- tween an artist and his fans. Atmosphere changed from concert to concert. For example, at one con- cert there may have been a solitary performer on stage, such as Harry Chapin, strumming a box guitar and crooning a ballad. Or there might have been a whole group on stage, such as Kiss, electrify- ing their audience by smashing guitars on a smoke-filled stage, spitting up 1 blood, using the latest gimmicks, like laser lights zapping around overhead, and snow falling from the ceiling. Whatever the mood, concerts pro- vided a type of unity: everyone was there for two reasons—a good show and a good time. concerts, by jan kohl 9 10 Spirit Week, by Laura Walker (left) Time goes backwards for Senior James Brown and Junior Kim Aiello as they await the fifties dance. (below) Swinging to the music at the fifties dance are Juniors Laurie Hall and Michelle Curry. (left) Accepting the Spirit Stick front Se- niors Kim Lockard and Tammy Siegel is Sophomore class president Lisa Malay, (bot- tom left) Tootsie roll pops, placed in football players lockers by Booster Club officer Di- anna Stcver, help boost spirits, (far left) Sophomores are named winners of the Spirit Stick at Friday's game. (top left) Waiting for a late bus home after farmers’ day are Tommy Jones, freshman, and Tony Jones, Sophomore. SpiRIT. SpiRIT. SpiRIT! Intense competition and rivalry characterized Spirit Week, as Sopho- more, Freshman, and Junior classes kept the scores tight right up to the end. Sophomores, demonstrating the most school spirit, beat out Juniors by two-tenths of a point. Gridiron Giant competition was close, too. but Junior enthusiasm held out as their pennies added up to a win for Barry Smith and Kendall Davis. Final scores in dress up competi- tion were: Sophomores 730.9%, Ju- niors 730.7%, Freshmen 724.8%, and Seniors 480.2%. Gridiron Giant money jars earned $140.48 for Juniors, $130.00 for Sophomores, $91.00 for Freshmen and $55.00 for Seniors. A few scattered posters dotted the halls at East. In contrast. Juniors filled the north hall at West to the “max,” while Seniors were out of the running Students found dress up a refresh- ing change of pace. Some of the more unusually dressed were David Lynch and R.C. Keeton on roller skates for sports day. On cowboys’ day Rodney Baxter carted a saddle with him from class to class. Spirit Week, by Laura Walker 11 Sign waving, screaming of slogans, and con- fetti throwing all take place during the de- monstration for candidates as Karla Dowell, New York chairwoman, tries to dodge it all. (below) A medley of American songs pro- vides the music as Cris Fine dances in open- ing ceremonies. Cris choreographed the dance herself. (right) Fielding questions from a Michigan delegate is Mr. Bill Huls, who masterminded the convention. (below) During the two-minute caucusing, Oregon chairman Vernon Hendricks, and Mark Vest, Kansas chairman, listen as Guam chairman Randy Jordison tells why the con- vention should support the addition of Guam as a state. (bottom) Explaining convention rules, as national chairman Kendall Schoonover waits to add his instructions, is Mr. Wayne Ward, parliamentarian. For a week prior to the convention Mr. Ward taught Kendall parlia- mentary procedure. 12 mini-convention, elections by Allison McCoy and Mark Sterling PolmcAlly, yoirrh come of aqe Media has been called a “monster” and “man’s greatest information source.” In the Bicentennial election year it played both of these roles. At West an independent party mini- convention was held Oct. 26 in which students conveyed their feelings through buttons, hats, shirts and their vocal media, voices. When 147 student delegates voted, President Gerald R. Ford walked away with 86 votes; Gov- ernor James E. Carter captured 59; and Eugene McCarthy managed 2. Daily announcements warned stu- dents to register to vote in an election on Oct. 29. Ford again was victorious over Carter, 144 to 101, with Eugene McCarthy obtaining one. A campaign hall on the bottom floor vented the opinions of East stu- dents. Signs were plastered from ceil- ing to floor and on Nov. 2 at 8:15 a.m. student Republicans and Democrats held rallies. Later that day East students voted straight Republican: Ford-president; Christopher Bond-governor; John Danforth—U.S. senator; and Tom Coleman, U.S. 6th district congress- man. Students passed state amend- ment 1, addition of a tax for conser- vation, while amendment 2, removal of sales tax from food and prescrip- tion drugs, failed. Social science classes geared to the election helped students make those decisions. Nationally, “Grits” and “Betty’s husband” appeared on three televised debates. Their running mates, Senator Walter “Fritz” Mondale and Kansas Senator Robert Dole, respectively, were matched in a separate debate. Personalities came into the media “war.” An interview in PLAYBOY MAGAZINE by the Georgia peanut farmer on his morality stands gave fuel to President Ford’s race. After seeing Secretary of Agriculture Earl Butz’s racial slur in ROLLING STONE MAGAZINE, Carter called the GOP candidate a weak leader for not dis- missing Butz. (Butz later resigned.) mini-convention, elections by Allison McCoy and Mark Sterling 13 iAyS shoT do VN AS ducliNq pisTols REcUiiviEd (right) Chosen by popular vote at both schools, Kim Lockard reigns over Homecoming, escorted by her father Mr. Wally Lockard. 14 Homccoming, by Lori Robb (above) Princesses, chosen by class- mates, are, front: Danelle Loveland, senior; Lori Robb, junior; Kelly Kohl, sophomore; and Vicki Bonu- chi, freshman. Candidates are Debbie McGaugh and Susan Grace, seniors; Jill Rounkles, junior; Stephanie Rus- sell, sophomore; and Tiffany Wright, freshman. ft yiua r v JL UoSt BOOj loWAkoi iYou? (top) “Zooming in on a Victory” Dueling pistols are recaptured by the earns juniors first place in float Tigers as they defeat Liberty, competition. Only 3:05 remained on the clock. With the score at 0-6, hearts were heavy as Excelsior fans thought they were losing their Homecoming game to arch rival Liberty. Then tailback Lar- ry Foster ran for a touchdown, on the third down, and kicker David Wollard scored the extra point, which put the Tigers ahead 7-6. Not only did the team jump up and down, excitedly hugging each other, but also the crowd went wild. A few even shed tears of happiness. The home stands were filled to capacity, in spite of contro- versy about the Homecoming queen and princess candidates being chosen by the football players for the first time. Half- time had included the crowning of the queen and her court. The band, despite the see-your-breath cold when their instruments seemed to freeze up and their fingers became numb, performed the theme from the “Godfa- ther.” Following the game, students celebrated the victory by taking their shoes off and dancing to the beat of K. C. Junction. Around 200 to 250 people gath- ered in the West High Commons area. Winning the game against a long-time rival helped the dance to be one of the most suc- cessful Excelsior has had. These evening activities had climaxed weeks of preparation and float building. Most floats were completed hastily on Thursday and Friday when stu- dents were out of class because of teachers’ meetings. An afternoon parade of 44 units wound through downtown Excelsior on Friday. It included floats, clowns, and the bands from Lewis Middle School and East and West High. Homecoming, by Lori Robb 15 STAGE CREW Set Crew-Carol Hampton (Stage Mana- ger), Suzan Key (scene painting), Allison McCoy, Cathy Hedrick, Karen Houghton Lights Leo Galey Carol Hampton Curtain Linda Dextraze Sound Karen Houghton Make-up Crew-Wendy Abbott, Jerry Goodrich, Janet Cox, Jan Kohl, Allison McCoy, Lisa Davis, Steve Loethen, Tom Mouser, Paula Dooley, Danelle Loveland. Penny Jones, Susan Grace, Scott McGee, Dale Starnes, Lonnie Hardy, Mac Mc- Millan. Costumes, accents, pitop COMplicATE FaII plA) Lights! Curtains! Action! It sounds so easy, yet in the drama club’s fall pro- duction of “You can’t take It With You,” it was easier performed than produced. Over 55 people auditioned, the largest to audition for a local high school play; but the cast list had to be narrowed to 19. The complexity of the intricate “Early Victorian” set made the prepara- tion a challenge. Among some of the hard-to-come-by items were a xylo- phone, crystal chandelier, an old relic printing press, and the costume dress from 1930 era. To further complicate matters a few actors had to acquire traits which were not of their everyday, run-of-the-mill mannerisms. Tommy Mouser Grand- pa) had to work out the walk, talk, and actions of an elderly person while Jerry Goodrich (Kolenkhov) and Jan Kohl (Olga) had to acquire Russian accents from a professor at William Jewell College. Carol Hampton and Suzan Key look at plans for the home set of “You Can’t Take It With You.” Carol was the stage manager while Suzan helped out with the scene painting. 16 fall play, by Brad Shultz (top) Director Karen Entwistle and Allison McCoy move a wall unit to allow room for rehearsal. (above) Jan Kohl applies her own make-up before her stage perfor- mance as Olga. (left) With make-up applied and costume on, G-man Larry Renick awaits his cue to go on stage. fall play, by Brad Shultz 17 (top) When Alice finds her future in-laws a day early for dinner, chaos results. Essie con- tinues practicing dancesteps while Penny tries keeping the Kirby’s entertained, (above) An intoxicated Gay has trouble answering Donald’s question about the weather. 18 tall play, by Susan Conner You Can't TaI e You stIrs coiviic It WiTh diAOS fall play, by Susan Conner 19 Firecrackers, ballet lessons, and xylophone-playing kept the Syc- amore family as well as the audience entertained during the fall play “You Can’t Take It With You.” Production of the play was Nov. 19 and 20, at East High Auditorium with over 700 people in attendence. Drama Club took in the approximately S400 to meet expenses. Butterflies fluttered in the stomachs of the inexperienced actors, and the thought of the hundreds of staring eyes made the blood rush through their veins; while the old “pros” felt the excitement of giving another perfor- mance, better than the ones before. At times, uncontrollable laughter filled the auditorium, while giggling and chuckling continued throughout the play. After the final curtain closed, sadness filled the eyes of the young performers and echoes of memorable lines lingered. Grandpa’s hobby is attending college com- mencements. He questions Tony about the commencements at his college, while Paul and Ed react. CAST Grandpa...............Tommy Mouser Penny.....................Cris Fine Paul............Kendall Schoonover Essie........................Diane Riley Ed.............................Mac McMillan Alice...................JanaJaudan Mr. Kirby......................Jim Cravens Mrs. Kirby...................Deane Carder Tony..................Lonnie Hardy Rhcba...............Allison McCoy Donald..............Jim Huffstutler Mr. DePinna...................Gene Whitney Kolenkov............Jerry Goodrich Olga............................Jan Kohl Henderson......................Mark Sterling Gay..........................Janet Head G-men.........................Larry Renick Scott McGee Mike Finley {q2ww ith winter’s chill comes that blanket of white joy ► which paints the barren scenery of our region. Sleepy- • eyed students woke to hear the pleasant words, “There will � be no school today at. . . Excelsior Springs,” after which ► they returned to the comfort of their warm beds. Roars of disgruntled parents who had to commute to work in that miserable weather rose from the kitchens or bedrooms. ► And this winter proved to be rather unique. Biting cold ► waves gripped the Midwest and wreaked havoc and suffering upon its inhabitants. High winds deposited huge drifts a- ► cross major roadways and subzero temperatures caused shortages of natural gas. Farmers sustained unusually high losses of cattle, and people caught unprepared perished in the Arctic cold wave. ► After a few short hours of confinement a feeling of rest- lessness crept over those pardoned students. Among the ► many remedies for such an ill were snowball fights, the . building of snowmen or igloos, and the search for a bowl of pure snow, which hadn’t been stumbled upon by some i wondering dog, to provide the main ingredient for snow ice cream. Some trod through the snow in hopes of spying . a rabbit or elusive upland game bird. Others seized the op- . portunity to capture a few bargains at nearby shopping cen- i, ters or even catch up on some neglected homework. o (above) Westview School crossing, slushy as it is, provides a safe footing in the win- tery landscape, (right) Mike Noble finds a cold toehold on a rural, snow-covered bank, (center) Settlements of snow create the image of a cotton plant in the dead of win- ter. • « (top right) Hazardous, snow-covered coun- try roads caused frequent tardies to school, as evident by Jan Kqhl’s ditched Mustang, (bottom right) Death of seasonal life in the midst of winter can be seen by the naked- ness of this tree in a corn field. 20 studcnt life, by Brad Shultz, Frosty Mohn, Debra Talley Court warm in q - chllliNq EXpERl'ENCE Shivering bodies braved record subzero cold and maneu- vered through a month’s crust of ice and snow toward the steamed doors of Lewis Gymnasium. Once inside, students and fans gradually thawed, removed cumbersome coats, and settled down to watch the twenty-second annual Court- warming game. Tigers held a standing defense and a moving offense, but fell to defeat by the Belton Pirates 66 to 64. Under this icy weight and defeat they still stood tall, chin high with lumps in their throats. This January night the Courtwarming Dance was held in West Commons accompanied by the “Total Eclipse” band, which set the tone for the annual affair. After the dance, some students ventured out late into the night to grab the first table of a restaurant. Sparkling smiles peered from rosy cheeks while choosing the right dish for their appetite. Now loose from their prev- ious dancing, anticipation crept upon them. Whatever the course was, they devoured the delicacy. Some students quietly recalled the soon-to-be memories of their last Courtwarming. A kiss goodnight and they silent- ly ached for it all the happen again. Hussling” to the songs of the “Total Eclipse” are Billy Watkins, Paula Bahlman, Janet Stewart, Alan Manheim, Patty O’Dell, and Steve Russell. A couple sways in the dint light fading off the band 22 Courtwarming, by Allison McCoy Nominations were made by the basketball team and were voted upon by the student body. Queen Karen Bollinger reigns with senior Danelle Loveland and junior Sharon Lldrcdge; bottom are freshman Glenda Smith and sophomore Gina Bush. Attendants reflect enthusiasm in the game. They are freshman Robin (top) Concentrating on a free throw are Chriss Williams and a Belton Williams, sophomore Venctte Bowker, junior Jill Rounklcs, and player, seniors Darlene Goligoski and Virginia Hedges. Court warming, by Allison McCoy 2 3 StucIeimts show taIeint iN (Irama vusic “Drunk’' Carole Hampton and “teacher” Jana Jaudon act out “One Day at School.” The performance took second place. Jim Huffstutler plays “Weekend In New Eng- land”. “Dueling Banjos” by David Lewis and Arthur Endsley takes first in Musical. 24 Sophomorc Variety Show, by Janet Head ____________I__________________________ From ten acts in the Sophomore Variety Show first and second prizes were awarded in two categories, musical and drama. Students that were in charge of or- ganizing the show included stage man- ager Mike Bollinger; ticket sales and decoration committee Lisa Malay, Stephanie Russell, Barb Stolz, Pam Huey, Gina Bush, Rick Sloan, Lisa Brown and Sally Waller. Master of Ceremonies were Brenda Anderson, Susie Gray, Margo Sloan, Brenda Wut- tke. Sophomores made S295 after giving away $80 worth of prizes. Trying hard to think. Barb Stolz concen- trates on the $1.28 question, (left) Margo Sloan and Susie Gray entertain the audi- ence between acts. Sophomore Variety Show, by Janet Head 25 Blind WEEkENd shEds liqliT on TNe MiracIe WoRkER' Patching applied over her eyes, Carole Hampton strives to get around with aid from Linda Dextraze. 26 spring play, by Brad Shultz blindness was disgusting. Blind- ness was frustrating. So Carole Hampton and Jan Kohl discov- ered when they patched their eyes for one weekend and went about their regular routines as much as possible. This attempt to see life in the eyes of a blind person was one step toward the direction of building the blind characters of Carole (Helen Keller) and Jan (Annie Sullivan) in the drama club’s spring production “The Miracle Worker.” Carole described her dark weekend as somewhat disgusting; for Jan it was frustrating. Many friends of Carole’s who knew what she was doing and why reacted with tricks and practical jokes. It angered Jan that people mock- ed at her for doing it because it was “just for a play.” As far as being able to get around, Carole said that she was all right in familiar surroundings such as her own home. But when she stepped into places unknown to her she needed help in finding her way. Jan. on the other hand, was very independent about her blindness and wanted to do things on her own. She commented that she enjoyed being with her friend Deane Carder the best that weekend because she let Jan be herself. She especially hated the “baby talk” given to her in stores and bacame a little bit paranoid because she felt people were staring at her in public. Jan did gain a sense of humor though as she joked about her blindness often. • Jan and Carole prepared in other ways for their sightless charac- ters. They, along with other members of the cast, attended a day at a blind school in Kansas, observed blind students, and attended classes with them. Carole remarked that they were to help lead the students around, but in actuality they ended up leading her around. Some of the cast members also watched The Miracle Worker” performed by deaf students at Olathe, Kansas. Carole and Jan also read books on their characters. Jan said that she had always been interested in Annie Sul- livan and in portraying her on stage. She would ask herself, “what would Annie do in this situation?” Carole had one step further to go. Helen Kel- ler was also deaf. To get the feeling wasn’t easy, Carole found, because it was difficult to block out noise. Carole did the best she could with earphones and read books on deafness. The cast and crew of “The Miracle Worker” experienced more difficulty and problems in the production than what could be remembered. As one put it, whatever could go wrong did. The two-level set probably caused more difficulties as, to begin with, the set had to be put up behind schedule. It was constructed by director Karen Entwistle’s husband and some friends. Hard-to-gather items for the set ranged from a working water pump to differ- ent kinds of dishes that could be bro- ken, to a long dining room table. The new black cyeloramas obtained for the stage by the school this year serv- ed as the background for the set as black is a “classical theatrical back- ground.” Among the many problems was the last-minute replacement of the character of Captain Keller. Tom- my Mouser, who beforehand was the assistant director, had only a week’s time to learn the lines, portray the characterization, and make it suitable to cast, himself, and to the play. He had never felt the character of the hot- tempered Keller and it was another side of himself he had to bring out. In building their characters of Helen Keller and Annie Sullivan, Carole and Jan said that they learned much about blind people through their experiences. Jan noted that the important thing about blind people is that they ARE people. Their most important sense is hearing, followed by touch. Carole felt that the blind have some advant- ages over other people because they are not prejudiced and they don’t see the outer physical ugliness of a person, only the inner beauty. Both comment- ed that they learned to appreciate their eyes more and as Carole simply stated, “1 would never want to be blind!” spring play, by Brad Shultz 27 Down went the lights, up went the curtain on the first scene of “The Miracle Worker.” At the end of it all huge, almost sellout crowds greeted the cast with two standing ovations. This play, more than any other, touched the hearts and minds of all who watched. The resulting emotional display was not confined to the actors and crew as the audience was also greatly moved. The cast and crew voted among themselves to choose, of all the people who worked hard on this production, the person or persons who expended the most effort. The winners of the best workers award were Tommy Mouser and Jan Kohl. The cast of characters: A Doctor- Scott McGee, Kate—Kara Griffin, Keller-Tommy Mouser, Helen-Carole Hampton, Martha-Karen Houghton, Perry-Larry Renick, Aunt Ev Janet Cox, James-Mike Findley, Anagnos- Mac McMillan, Annie Sullivan-Jan Kohl, Viney-Cris Fine, Blind Girls- Tammy Edwards, Shelly Sandy, Susan Rydings, Michelle Barney, Janet Clay- pole, Cecile Round; Offstage Voices- Scott McGee, Chuck Hayter, Janet Claypole, Penny Jones, Allison McCoy; Dog-Lady. The MIracU Wonkei 28 spring play by Shelly Franklin, Steve Loethen Renae Schmitz, Debra Talley (above) Captain Keller and James are in a conflict over Helen, (right) The blind girls give Annie a gift before she goes to teach Helen. M A U (upper right) Helen tries to learn how Mar- tha can talk when she cannot, (above) Helen’s mother tries to convince Captain Keller to let Annie teach Helen. fall play, by Shelly Franklin, Steve Loethen 29 Renae Schmitz, Debra Talley (above) Prom decoration chairman Kay Gil- lis directs the building of an arch; Jill Rounk- les assists. A slow romantic dance is honored by Prom Queen Tammy Siegel and King Tim Kelly, (right) Honored candidates and es- corts assemble for the crowning of Queen and King. They arc Shelley Harrison (can- didate). David Adams, Virginia Hedges (can- didate), Rick Barker, Karen Bollinger (can- didate). Ken Sims (candidate): behind them Tammy Siegel, Queen, and Kevin Payne. In MEMoity, iT will 30 Prom. by Allison McCoy RETURN TO yOU A fast heart beat and the attaching of flowers set the mood for a romantic night of moonlight and roses. Drifting to the stars lost in moonlight, lace and silkened ladies strolled up the sidewalks escorted by their gentlemen. Students entered candlelit rooms, surrounded by rock and roll, prepared for dancing and theatre later on. Guests roamed the grounds of the Elms Hotel finding themselves in romantic interludes. Saturday, May 7, a new tradition started for the school as Prom honored a Queen and King. Juniors and seniors nom- inated couples, and voted on King and Queen. The night was an ever memorable one, which should stay in hearts for years to come. (top) Memories of a special night are record- ed by Mark Noble. Kathy Hedrick, Mike Noble and Lori Gulley, (above) Prom guests pose for pictures; they are Mike Vassmcr and Laura Mills. Prom, by Allison McCoy 31 (right) Rushing to get the flats in place, student director Tommy (below) Getting instructions on working Mouser gets the bedroom scene set up. (bottom) Allison McCoy the spotlight, Dale Starnes talks to co- applies makeup to Carol Gooding before the Thursday night per- director Wayne Ward before the next act. formance. 32 musical, by Susan Conner ToRNAdo Adds A TWIST TO pRACTiCE Memorizing lines, getting flats painted, along with unexpectedly seek- ing shelter from a passing tornado, cast and crew of the annual spring musical readied for the productions May 12-14 in East High Auditorium. Needing scene changes for the “Sound of Music” accomplished more quickly, along with picking up cues faster, practices were filled with cor- rections and interruptions. May 4 brought a big one when a tornado skimmed past the high school. Ears popping and doors slamming became frightening memories of that evening. Eventually, the tempo picked up on both scene changes and cues, as last minute corrections were made. Captain Von Trapp practices his solo while Maria and the children listen attentively. ‘SOUND OF MUSIC CREW Lighting Director Sherry Taylor Costume Mistress Juanita Shultz Make-up Director Prop Supervisor Stage Manager House Manager Mac McMillan Set Design Scott Shultz Royce Troutman Program Committee Deena Malay musical, by Susan Conner Cast pERpORMS MATINEE Roger’s and Hammerstein’s musical adaptation of “The Sound of Music” came to life in all its beauty on the stage of East High May 12 and 13. This year, for the first time, a matinee was also performed on the 14th. Di- rectors Wayne Ward and Marillyn Lansford took pains with every minute detail involved with every scene. Hours of late practice and two dress rehearsals whipped this group of amateur per- formers into a cast of actors. Susan Grace realistically portrayed the innocent young nun, Maria, as Brad Shultz took on the role of Cap- tain Von Trapp, the wealthy Austrian who fell in love with her. All of the af- fectionate (and sometimes atrocious) Von Trapp children were portrayed by six high school students and one third grade student. High school talent was at its best during the three performances. The re- production of the Alpine Mountains, along with the music and other scenery, set the atmosphere of the musical. By far the most elaborate scene was that of the wedding, which, with actors actually coming down the auditorium aisles, helped greatly in producing a realistic effect. Musicals have been the treat of Ex- celsior theatre-goers for at least six years now, and it seems each year ripens with age. To some, “The Sound of Music” surpassed the musicals of previous years. While standing ovations have become common practice in the past, there is no doubt that the cast and crew deserved their three standing ovations. (top left) Captain VonTrapp prepares him- self for his appearance on stage. (center) Maria admires the beautiful Alps as she sings “The Sound of Music.” (bottom right) In military form, the chil- dren state their names to the new governess, (top right) Max looks on as Elsa makes her entrance for Captain VonTrapp. 34 musical, by Annette Hope copy by I'rosty Mohn Jan Kohl Cast of ‘'The Sound Of Music Maria Rainer......................................Susan Grace Sister Bertha...........................Michelle Barney Sister Margaretta.................................Carol Gooding Mother Abbess.....................................Nancy Smith Sister Sophia.....................................Becky Greaves Captain Von Trapp..................................Brad Shultz Franz, the butler............................Larry Mills Frau Schmidt.......................................Karen Olsen Liesl..............................................Jill Rounkles Friedrich..............................James Huffstutler Louisa..............................................Jan Kohl Kurt........................................GregSchuctz Brigitta................................Sharon O’Leary Marta.............................................Janet Bosley Gretl......................................Angelia I arris Rolf Gruber...........................Royce Troutman Lisa Schraeder......................................Cris Fine Ursula, the maid..................................Connie Lake Max Detwieler......................................Gene Whitney Herr Zeller.......................................Scott Shultz Frau Zeller........................................Penny Jones Baron Flberfield....................................Dan Massey Frau Flberfield.........................Vcnette Bowkcr Admiral Von Schreiber.................David Hutcheson I raulein Schweiger...............................Vicki Dunagan Nuns . . .Benita Carpenter, Carol Hampton. Dixie Saxton Postulants..........Carol Hampton. Jana Jaudon. Midge McWhorter, Sheila McWhorter Novices...........Venette Bowkcr. Pam Cowling, Connie Lake. Shelley Sandy, Jane Sterling Neighbors.............Benita Carpenter, Carol Hampton, Chuck Gay ter. Paul Houck llerwegcn Trio. . . David Griffin, Janet Head, Paul Houck Soldier......................................Dan Massey « ' musical, by Annette Hopc 35 PHOTO BY STEVE JONES, ST. JOSEPH, MO. High individual test scores and good team scores enable Steve Loeth- en, Darden Purgason, Kerry Johnston and R.C. Keeton to take sec- ond place in Chcmathon 77 at Mo. Western College. (top) Grade card day takes Dianna Stever by surprise. 36 division. layout by Susan Grace copy by Mark Sterling o o visions © ™=Piuj It u ir®= School was a variety of experiences to the variety of people who attended. To some it was a major part of their lives, and to others it was simply the place they were on weekdays from 8:30 a.m. to 3:10 p.m. On both groups there was an omnipotent influence—grades. Class rankings were calculated under an 11 point system for the first time this year with each “plus” and “minus” being figured in. This was done to avoid a tie in the deter- mination of Senior class valedictorian. Even so, the balance of superior and inferior grades re- mained the same. Good grades possibly meant parental re- wards such as money, the choice of what classes a student could schedule, the prospect of a quality job and the chance to obtain higher education. Inferior marks meant denial of those assets that could be reached with high ranking. Report cards seemed to be a vision of what was to come. (above left) Fear of loss of car and dating privileges makes many students sneak dcficicncey notices from their mailboxes. (left) Compiling final grades takes late night hours and many cups of coffee. division, layout by Susan Grace, copy by Mark Sterling 37 WORLD Students at Vocational School learned shills to prepare them for a world of work and their future professions. Voca- tional School consisted of three organizations: DECA-Distri- butive Education Clubs of America; VIC A-Vocational Indus- trial Clubs of America; FBLA-Future Business Leaders of America. These clubs enabled students to participate in dis- trict, state, and national contests. At State, Brad Vassmer was the only one to place, taking third in cabinetmaking. VICA and DECA had their annual employer-employee banquets in the spring, DECA had their banquet at the Elms Hotel and VICA at the Catholic Church in Plattsburg. (upper right) Juniors John Pranklin and Gene Hornsby concentrate on an electronics project. (above) In auto mechanics class, senior Glen Barton makes a final ad- justment. A bewildered look marks the face of Penny McDaniel as she shows an assignment for office occupations class. 38 vocational, by Chris Galbol I'inishing cabinets for the carpentry house are Jerry Simmons (top) and Jay Ashworth (bottom right). vocational, by Chris Galbol 39 ' Typing class at East develops skills. R.C. Keeton gets down on some bookkeeping. A shop student examines a board for squareness. 40 learning and earning, by Bill Kuhnhoff Educai An average student usually spent twelve school years learning what to do when graduation time finally rolled around, the vacation was over, and it was time to put to use what was learn- ed in this period of “torture.” The work-study program was a special course of study in the senior high school. While there were special classes which prepared students for college, the work-study program at- tempted to prepare the slow-learner for the world of work. Other classes trained students in special job skills, notably bookkeeping, typing, shorthand, woodworking, art and others. The Area Vocational School also offered special career courses. Gaining work Experience through DECA, Bob Hardison gives service with a smile at Thriftway. (right) The work study program enables Dave Vincent to find employment as a jani- tor at the hospital in Excelsior Springs. learning and earning, by Bill Kuhnhoff 41 Oh! Hlhal a relief...il is. Junior Shane Beckwith dives over fellow class members and ends up in a forward roll. 42 Laura Walker, letting off steam Biology, Algebra II, Composition II, Novels, parents wanting to fight and ar- gue, jobs. . .A note is delivered from the office. Boss says to work at 3:30 instead of 6:00 and stay until 11:00- on a school night even, with all that homework! Absolutely NO-WAY! What a relief-study hall. Now there’s one class 1 don’t have to worry about getting homework in. And there’s gym; that’s almost like having recess and it’s even 30 minutes longer. What a break! These breaks in the daily struggles of students helped keep the tension down. Although study halls were elim- inated at East to make more classroom space available, freshmen and sopho- mores could still let off steam in gym class. Vocational students could look for- ward to a 20-minute break in their three-hour block. (above left) Cooling off in a competitive game of ping pong. Fresh- man David Staldcr returns an easy shot. (above) On the weight machine, junior Sean Butler tries to build some new muscles. (above right) Learning the techniques of bridge in gym class, seniors Mike and Brad Vassmcr get their chance to relax. (above) Enjoying a 20-minute break at the Vocational School snack- bar, students from Smithville (Cindy Owens), Excelsior (Debbie Eas- ley) and Lawson (Kevin Schwab), find relief in food. letting off steam, by Laura Walker 43 Detentions, Saturday Students learned more in school than just the academic subjects; they also learned self-discipline, respect, and moral standards. At West, a forty-minute open lunch period was used as a disciplinary action for tardies and truancies. Offenders were required to relinquish their open lunch privilege. Since East High did not have an open lunch period, their punishment consisted of a thirty- minute detention after school. In March, the loss of lunch program was abandoned because it was judged ineffective. Detentions replaced the loss of lunch for minor offenses. And commencing March 5, a Saturday school program was held from 8 a.m. to 12 noon. Students were assigned homework that was to be completed before leaving at noon. If a student was tardy or did not report, he was suspended for five days. Saturday school was assigned at both East and West for smoking, tru- ancy, acts that usually brought suspen- sion and excessive tardies. For all students, an 18-day limit on absences plus the Saturday school probably taught them self-control, res- pect for authority and self-discipline. Shelly Franklin receives a loss of lunch from Mrs. Dickey for being tardy. 44 disciplinc, by Bill Kuhnhoff School... A deserted commons sets the mood as Kirby Backus serves a Saturday school. Notations about attendence and tardies pile on principal Richard Hyder’s desk as spring fever grows. discipline, by Bill Kuhnhoff 45 (top) Weighing and measuring arc an impor- tant part of the experiment being done by Denise Kukowski and Debbie Brunkc in Mr. Lansford’s Physical Science class. (left) With Debbie Bounchi under a sheet for the hands and Brenda Jackson as the feet and Sharon Wollard as the commenta- tor, they recreate a tennis shoe commercial in Retail Merchandising. (bottom) Steve Ligon prepares for an ex- periment in chemical analysis in Mr. Stucki’s Chemistry class. (right) One of the special effects experi- mented with by photography students was superimposing; this one done by Janet Head and Pam Clavenger. 46 experiments, by Dianna Stever Experiments. Instantly one’s mind flashes to a room filled with an organized mass of tubes commanded by your run-of-the-mill, everyday genius. Although a large part of chemistry and physical science classes were spent in the lab, experiments were also used within other areas of the curric- ulum. The Photography II class tested special effects of photo- graphers in and out of the darkroom, reported to the class on their findings, and gave a demonstration. Experiments thrived in the Psychology classes with trying to find positive and negative human responses, extra sensory perception, and ways to ease inner tensions and human emotions. Advanced Algebra sought out the probability of randomly selected peo- ple to wear glasses being seated together or spread through- out the class. Those selected were usually picked close to- gether. Experiments were used throughout many educational areas as methods of learning. Teachers felt that there were some things that could not be learned through a book, but that an experiment could broaden one’s scope of understand- ing. Students felt that some experiments were educational as well as interesting. However, some experiments were confus- ing, especially in the sciences, and according to the students, nothing was learned from them. Overall, though, experiments were a helpful aid in education as experience remained one of the best teachers. experiments, by Dianna Stever 47 Learning to budget and manage money in Family Relations class by playing monopoly are Cheryl Patchin and Vanessa Henderson. What is more unexpected than a teacher’s slip of the tongue? Or a cou- ple of students sneaking a cigarette in the “white house,” not knowing a teacher was right around the corner planning to scare them by boarding up the old room they were in. And here comes Ralph Haberstock carting the shelf of chemicals to the darkroom when suddenly everything lands on the floor. Several strange things can happen throughout the school year which peo- ple just are not aware of. These are the UNEXPECTED. 48 uncxpectcd, by Shelly Franklin and Laura Walker EHpeci the ueeepeeted Christmas was celebrated in Miss Givens’ Spanish class by the Mexican tradition of breaking a piffata. f anning an imaginary fire recreated to help understand a story better is sophomore Karen Waldroup. Performing mouth-to-mouth resuscitation in drama class as a part of their skit are Kendall Davis (on table). Gene Whitney (no. 52), and Tommy Freitag. unexpected, by Shelly Franklin and Laura Walker 49 (top right corner) For study later, Mrs. Ent- wistle’s speech class furiously scribbles notes, (top left corner) Struggling against an over- due publication deadline, Laura Walker com- pletes her Sprit Week spread. (Bottom right corner) Making up homework in geometry. Dean Berry stays after school in Mr. Merando’s room. (bottom left corner) Frying burgers and onion rings at Sonic, Steve Loethcn takes advantage of his break to finish his Chemis- try. (left page) Headphones enable Peggy Eirs- man to combine music and homework with- out interfering with the family’s TV viewing. hasslin’ with homework “If that teacher gives us any more homework! The way she pours on the work I won’t be able to get ahead in this. I have so many things to do be- sides homework tonight, I’ll just wait until tomorrow to do it, or bum if off Peter Snits.” A student can say many things about the homework he will have to do sooner or later, but for some reason he cannot change the teacher’s mind, even when he tries his hardest. If and when a person finally gets around to doing his homework, a thou- sand different things start going through his head, none of which re- lates to the homework he should be do- ing. For instance: “Is he going to call me or not? He told me he would.. .or the basket that won the game, and WOW! what a hassle is coming when my parents find out what I really did the other night!” Students have invented many dif- ferent ways to do homework. A typical place was at home in the bedroom with the stereo on, or in front of the T.V. set with the kitchen nearby. If they did not want to bother with it at home, they did it in class or in study hall. When asked, most people said near- ly the same thing. Leading the way was sitting in the bedroom with the stereo on, the next being trying to get it done at school so they would not have to bother with it at home. There were just too many other things to do (in the minds of students) than to sit home doing homework!! homework, by Debbie Ragar 51 Sixth hour Acting and Directing class achieved composition through body posi- tion. 52 breaking the monotony by Vern Hendricks Camping during phys ed gives students re- lief from being cooped up all winter long as Larry Coats shows while cooking. In all field trips is the bus that joggles pas- sengers to and back again. With Brent McElwec presiding judge. Busi- ness Law Class enacts a mock trial to find out how a court works. Changing pace One problem which affected every student at one time or another was the boredom involved with the daily rou- tine of school. Most woke to find a full day of classes and plenty of home- work to occupy their evenings; some tried to squeeze in a part time job; while others indulged in a short period of relaxation. Field trips, films, and frequently, guest speakers provided a break from the normal procedure of things, no mat- ter what the topic or interest. Field trips, which seemed to pro- vide the most freedom, were reserved mostly to vocational students. How- ever some teachers like Mr. Greaves took their classes abroad through films of foreign lands. Some classes had guest speakers come in and talk to the students about different jobs and what they had to do to get them. changing the monotony, by Vern Hendricks 53 Scott Shade quietly takes a test for Retail Merchandising in the media center. (far left) Many nervous habits help people make it through tests, such as Pam Wilson, Cheryl Fletcher, Chris Hamer and Tony Pre- witt. (left) Esther Wilson hurriedly takes a make- up test after school so she can join her friends in other activities. (bottom left) With equations and fractions swimming in her head, Sherry Stewart strug- gles with an Algebra test. (below) Trying to remember all the informa- tion they have learned about typing manu- scripts are Stephanie Weishaar, Rick Essig and Rick Lambert. Tests: the end result “Hey, did you study for that test in second hour? “What?” “I take it you didn’t then.” “Oh wow! I forgot all about it. I had practice late last night and well, I just forgot! What am I going to do?” “Hey wait a minute man. We’ve got third hour together not second! Sorry about that but I guess you’re off the hook until third hour.” “Oh no I’m not! I have a test second AND third hour! Man I wished you’d quit while I’m ahead!” “Well you’ve got fifteen minutes before the last bell rings so go to the library and study for awhile. And make sure you study those notes he gave us during that lecture last week be- cause it’s not in the book.” “What lecture? Oh crud .... that was the two days last week when I skip ... I mean when 1 was sick. Well I guess I’d better move on to the library. I’m doing bad enough in those two classes anyway so these tests will make or break my grade. I really hate to study for tests but I’m not a brain so I study if I want to pass. Well ’bye I’ll catch you later.” “Yea, later, man and hey-good luck!” tests, by Dianna Stever 55 Staffs seek sleek style How many days till deadline?” . .. “Is anyone in the darkroom?” . . . Mrs. Hall, can I talk to you?” . . . “Where’s my negatives?” ... “Hey! Could someone tell me how many let- ters in a thirteen pica line?” ... “Who has the school camera?”.......These and many other cries added to the cha- otic atmosphere in the Publications room. Both the newsmagazine and the yearbook sought a more modern look through completely new designs. School Publications class, in pub- lishing the yearbook, fought with ris- ing prices, lack of materials, darkroom difficulties, and a slow start in training a larger staff. Incorporating new ideas learned by second year staff members at summer and fall workshops, while working against time to accomplish quality work, was necessary. Journalism classes changed the title of the newspaper from “Tiger Tales,” to the old original “Lxcelsiorite.” This change, though favored by most, brought negative comments from some students and faculty. After deadlines were finally met, Journalism, Pub., and photography students experienced pride at seeing their work in print. (below) Sorting through an endless maze of sophomore mug shots are Vernon Hendricks and Janet Head. S6 publications. by Steve Locthen (right) “Excelsiorite” editor Jan Kohl, who supervizes the layout, advertising, and con- tent of the paper goes over an issue just off the press and notes corrections, (lower right) Mrs. Mall (on desk) advises Larry Mills, Kendall Schoonover, Karen Sperbeck, and Kathy Swanson (Journalism I students) on an upcoming deadline, (below) A clip and paste layout training session for year- book staff members creates a hectic scene. (above) Mark Sterling and Susan Grace (yearbook co-editors) look over layout styles for their spreads, (right) Selection of cover colors and design was difficult for yearbook staff members. Here layout editor Debbie Talley helps Bob Gadd, Intercolle- giate Press Representative explain a point. publications, by Steve Loethen 57 Jim Boston creates his own ink desum of Tarzan. Students found many ways to express themselves by be- ing creative, and doing projects even earned out-of-school recognition. Poetry written by juniors Kay Gillis and Marsha McClendon was published in a book called “New Wine. a collection of high school poetry. Students on the yearbook and newspaper staff sent copy, pictures, stories and layouts to state and national contests. The Missouri Interscholastic Press Association awarded the following: Lori Roob. student life copy, sec- ond; Laura Walker and Debbie Talley, layout, third; Susan Grace, graphic presentation, second; Debbie Ragar, sports copy, second. In the newspaper division Barry Smith’s sports story earned a second. Art students from the high schools joined elementary students in displaying paintings and drawings at an art fair in the spring. Selected works were shown at the Excelsior Springs Museum and some were sold to interested persons. 58 crcalivity. by Dianna Stover Ms. Sharon Eiker, East art teacher, ex- plains the technique of shadowing by de- monstrating on Lisa Filley. For the past several years students have adorned East art walls with their own creations. One of the paintings displayed at the art fair was this oil by Susan Key. First place recognition was earned by se- niors Penny Jones and Virginia Hedges at the annual Foreign Language Day activi- ties in Columbia. Penny did an oral in- terpretation of a French poem. Virginia created a pastel drawing of the Pyreneese Mountain range. Steve Ligon, junior, and Debbie Ward, a sophomore, took fourth place. AM anew dimension: be creaiiue Creativity and Special Projects, by Dianna Stevcr 59 So this is teashiog!? A concerned Stacy Brown helps a student 60 cadets, by Vern Hendricks In Learning Disabilities class at Isley, Susan Kline helps a child in reading. Job well-done is the look that Tammy Siegel is giving this little first grader at Elkorn after pasting pictures on construction paper. (far left) At the Lewis Middle School, Mark Baxter tells students how to play dodge ball. (left) Taking a breather after helping her stagecraft class at East paint flats for the fall play is Diane Riley, (above) Karen Eas- ley shows a student how to use a hockey stick in the Lewis Gym. (above right) Stephanie Sutton waits for an answer from this first grader at Isley. (above) Mark Vest helps a Middle School student find his Social Studies assignment, (right) Keeping his cool, Jim Cravens helps this little fellow with a math problem at Lewis. I | t’s not as easy as I thought.” That seemed to be the thought of almost every cadet. After all the years of giving the teacher a hard time, finally the tables were turned. FTA cadet teaching was one way for a student to find harmony with themselves. They tried the teach- ing as seniors, and if they did not like it they could get out before they made a mistake in life. Although most cadets knew that teaching does not pay much, the cadets were still anxious to do something that they liked. Most duties were taking roll, running errands, making lessons, and the most important, in the cadets’ minds, helping the students. They felt that they were obligated to the stu- dents, that was why they were there and for no other reason, but to help. Even though any junior could apply for cadet teaching, five basic qualifi- cations had to be met. The applicants were evaluated by the staff on the basis of dependability, honesty, re- sponsibility, respect for authority and attendance. The smallest group ever, the nine cadets were scheduled during first and second hours only. This enabled cadet supervisor Mrs. Gail Brown to meet with, and evaluate cadets. cadets, by Vern Hendricks 61 Sp©ms®irs striv® for unitu A With many clubs and only 20 per- cent of the student body listed as members, extracurricular groups would have accomplished little if it had not been for the faculty members who advised them, according to sever- al students. Even so, some who were involved in clubs felt some teachers overstepped their roles as sponsors. Many times sponsors had the bur- den of scheduling meetings so they would not conflict with religious ser- vices or with other school activities and at a time when a majority of mem- (far left) Rehearsals are part of Mrs. Karen Entwistle’s job as she sponsors Drama Club, Thespians, and directs both spring and fall plays. (left) Preparing to leave for St. Louis and the National Honor Society state conven- tion is Mrs. Marillyn Lansford. bers could attend. More often than not sponsors had to initiate money-making drives, get volunteers for such projects and hope that another club would not conduct their’s at the same time. Many of the faculty who filled such a role admitted that they liked an organization run by the students and preferred to offer a guiding hand only when asked for. From diverse and discordant fac- tions sponsors were expected to form a nucleus to unify the club. (left) Student Council sponsor Mr. Jim Mcrando is typing and compiling Student Council information. (opposite page) Prom adds extra hours for Mrs. Charlene Wisniewski, junior class spon- sor. division, layouts by Susan Grace, copy by Mark Sterling 63 NH6 hits the books “I need to get an E in psychology, in order to stay off probation.” “Well, I’m already on probation. And, if I don’t get two more E’s, 1 won’t even be a member any more.” “Hey, do two S-’s, one S, one S+, and two E’s give me an S+ average?” This was how many National Honor Society members talked on the days grade cards were passed out. With the grade point average being raised from 3.0 to 3.5, many members were in danger of being put on probation or being removed from mem- bership. Co-sponsor Marillyn Lansford commented, “It (the 3.5 grade average) has made the honor of member- ship more meaningful.” As a result of the high average, only 49 new members were installed and 9 lost their membership. NHS was more active than in the past couple of Giving J ewell Holloway’s car a final wipe down are Julie Gross, Robert Cox (back to camera), and Terry McKown. Profits from the car wash held April 23 were S41. Becky Greaves becomes a member as she lights her ceremonial candle. 64 National Honor Society, by Pam Clevenger years. Meetings were held the third Monday of every month. Members repainted part of East High School’s auditorium in November. At Christmas they sold SI30 worth of Christmas wrapping paper. Two square dances were held, Sweetheart Square Dance on February 14 and one on March 14. Profits from the money-making pro- jects were used to send four members to the state conven- tion on March 18 and 19. Brad Shultz, Barb Danner, Pam Cowling, Pam Clevenger, and Mrs. Lansford attended the state convention at the University of Missouri at St. Louis. Officers for the ’76-’77 National Honor Society were: Brad Shultz-President; Jim Pulse-Vice President; Sher- rie Hall-Secretary; Danelle Loveland—Treasurer; and Bar- bara Danner—Historian. Contemplating the beginning of the Home- coming float are Mrs. Lansford (back to camera), Denise Buehrer, Kendra Anderson, Sherrie Hall, and Brad Shultz. (Top) Mr. Ron Cogdill does the calling as Gene Whitney, Larry Mills, Barry Smith, Pat Edwards, and Dawn Cooper do a right and left grand. NHS profits were S30. National Honor Society members are, front row: P. Clevenger, K. Schoonover, L. Dex- traze, K. Gillis, K. Bollinger, S. Hall, M. Over- man, P. Cowling, K. Sperbeck. Second row: R. Dickey, J. Sharp, S. Wollard, S. Foster, P. Dooley, B. Greaves, K. Monnig, J. Gross, S. Butler, S. Mills, L. Smoot. Third row: R. Cox, P. J ones, E. Smith, L. Mills, C. Brown, L. Holbrook, V. Hendricks, M. Sharp, R. At- kinson, B. Smith. Fourth row: sponsor L. Wisniewski, S. Grace, C. Fine, J. Rounkles, T. McKown, K. Easley, B. Danner, K. Mc- Coy, C. Clinton, G. Masters, and C. Barnett. Not pictured: C Cazzell, J. Craven, K. Dow- ell, L. Foster, P. Jones, D. Loveland, D. Mc- Gaugh, M. Palmer, C. Powell, B. Shultz, J. Woods, V. Allen, C. Bailey, D. Buehrer, B. Jackson, A. Jones, P. Klatt, D. Purgason, K. Reed, S. Shaul, K. Swanson, G. Whitney, G. Woods. National Honor Society, by Pam Clcvenger 65 (right) Inspecting the new lighting board are Leo Galey and Jana Jaudon. (far right) Drama Gub members Carole Hampton, Chuck Hayter and Jana Jaudon get a first look at promotional T-shirts for the spring play Thespians are: Janet Cox, Lonnie Hardy, Dale Starnes, Susan Rydings, Karen Lntwis- tle (Sponsor), Sue Bratton, Carole Hampton, Cindy Clinton, Suzan Key, Jana Jaudon, Susan Grace, Mac McMillan, Allison McCoy, Gene Whitney, Cris Fine, Steve Loethen, Jan Kohl, and Tommy Mouser. 66 Drama Club and Thespians, by Steve Loethen The world is o stage “Hey, wanna ouy a necklace?” ... “Are you on the prop or costume committee?” ... “Do you have enough points to be in Thespians?” As the school’s theater department roared into life, these questions and a score of others raced through the minds of students as, for the first time, the Thespians Chapter was installed with an initial membership of 24. In order to replace the antiquated lighting system and curtains, the Drama Club raised money by selling Indian jewelry, buttons (for the fall play), and T-shirts (for the spring play). The school board, because of the sudden inter- est in drama, bought them the new facilities they desired. As a result the Drama Club was left with a surplus of funds that allowed it to spend more money on the spring play in the way of costumes, renting additional lights, and an expen- sive set. Thespians, a club or actor’s guild, was one of the highest honors an amateur dramatist could achieve. Entrance was given for any form of theater participation such as acting, stage crew, or just watching. Both organizations went to neighboring colleges to see various productions. Drama became an important part of the school, rivalling sports in helping students experience a feeling of accom- plishment and have fun at something they enjoyed. Penny Jones helps Mac McMillan with the final touches of his makeup for the spring play. Drama Club and Thespians, by Steve Loethen 67 Football cheerleaders are, freshmen: Tiffany Wright, Janet Stewart, Robin Williams, Viki Bonuchi, Not pictured isCristine Hedges. Varsity: Diane Riley, Kim Lockard, Tammy Siegel, Karen Bollinger, Debbie McGaugh, Carol Cazzell. JV: Lisa Malay, Stephany Russell, Jill Rounkles, Sara Head, Susie Knud- sen, Gina Bush. Game action generates excitement for fresh- men yell leader Tiffany Wright. Clapping, nonsense and cheering are part of the fun on bus trips to away games. Shown here going to Blue Springs are varsity cheer- leaders Karen Bollinger, Tammy Siegel, Deb- bie McGaugh, Carol Cazzell, Diane Riley and Kim Lockard. 68 cheerleaders, booster club by Denise Bum- garner Clinics odd After workouts all day and staying up all night, cheer- leaders at summer clinics occasionally were known to have done strange things-such as mistaking a library book return box for a mailbox. Varsity and junior varsity cheerleaders traveled to Marshall, Mo., for a National Cheerleaders Assoc- iation Clinic. Freshmen, being new to the scene, commuted back and forth to Liberty, Mo., during a Dynamic Cheer- leaders Association Clinic. Both varsity and JV squads received one first place creativity ribbon, three second place ribbons, and one third place ribbon. The freshmen also did well in winning first place in their skit contest. Over the summer the squads also worked together to raise money for new uniforms. Projects were selling zodiac tumblers, with the JV and the varsity competing for the most sales. When JV won, varsity treated them to a cook- out at the home of Mrs. Donna Williams, sponsor. Teaching a novelty cheer to aspiring cheer- leaders at the mini clinic in August is Sara Head, JV squad member. (top) Spirit at games is the result of Wednes- day afternoon Booster Club gatherings. cheerleaders, booster club, by Denise Bumgarner 69 Varsity wrestling cheerleaders are (front) Debbie Bonuchi, Carol Cazzell; (back) Kim Lockard, Diane Riley. Freshmen basketball cheerleaders are Janet Stewart, Tiffany Wright, Stephanie Hamp- ton, Christine Hedges, Glenda Smith, Robin Williams. Different names may have separated the booster squads, but all went to the games and cheered the teams. Learning to boogie to music and hours of practice resulted in praise for the Pom Pon Squad. During the summer they had bake sales and work day at Sonic as carhops to earn between S400-S600 for new uniforms. Cheerleading took hours of hard work but it was also fun. Debating on uniforms and the way cheers should be perform- ed were a couple of the tasks that were worked out through time-consuming meetings. These practices were filled with such things as making pep signs in the science lab and performing before the showcase at West. Paint fights and chit-chat were intricate parts of these gatherings. Wrestling cheerleaders had their work cut out for them. An average of two to four matches a week kept them on their toes and hoarse most of the time. Booster Club candy sales netted much profit. During foot- ball an average of two to four buses were taken to away games. However, during basketball season crowds died out with at the most 30-40 students riding to away games when buses were provided. Hours of earn praise Varsity basketball cheerleaders are Danelle Loveland, Tammy Siegel, Theresa Lee, Karen Bollinger, Denise Bumgarner. 70 cheerleaders, pom pon, booster club, by Denise Bumgarner practice for squads JV wrestling cheerleaders are, top: Sally Waller; sides: Viki Bonuchi, Dawn Cooper; bottom: Barb Stolz. Pom Pon squad are: Angela Brown, Penny Jones (captain), Teresa Beckwith, Karen Houghton, Sheila Dagley, Deanna Holt, Brenda Anderson, Jonna Creason. Booster Club shows enthusiasm at Excelsior vs. Richmond Junior Varsity basketball game. Junior Varsity basketball cheerleaders are Jill Rounkles, Janet Head, Lisa Malay, Steph- anie Russell, Gina Bush, Sara Head. cheerleading, pom pon, booster club, by Denise Bumgarner 71 (above) To avoid confusion, Melanie Payne waits till last to put her instrument away. (above right) Band director, Mr. Gene Gooding urges the band on as the excitement of the game rises. Members of the freshman band are, front row: Bud Naylor, Sharon O’Leary, Shari Williams, Cindy Ball, Angela Brown, Bobby Boatright, Myron McCant. Second row: Vickie McFadden, Tammy Ross, Terrie Wrisinger, Jeana Bennett, Sean McGoniglc, John Talbott, Mike Hellstrom. Third row: Kiko Bisbee, Brenda Anderson, Suzann Titus, Jaleen Wormsley, Carol Gooding, Cindy Todd, Deanna Holt, f ourth row: Fred Grayson, David Harden, Robin Gorham, Sherri Stewart, Ron Prewitt, Larry Gross- hans, Darrell Loveland. Fifth row: Lance Workman, Roger Bender, Chris Stock, Todd Howard, Kendall Mills, Alan Kiefer, David Stafford. 72 band, by Deena Malay Timing up Packing up their sack lunches, the band made a fall journey to Kansas University to perform during a foot- ball half-time. Bands from many other schools attended the game between K.U. and Kentucky. A blue ribbon was presented to the Marching Black and Gold for placing second in the “Salute to the American Royal,” a parade in Kansas City. Home football game performances were limited due to the rainy weather, according to director Gene Gooding. The annual Christmas presentation was held at East High along with a Spring Fling held in March. The group received a II at District Contest in April. At the Spring Concert in May Peggy Kendrick was given the John Philip Sousa award. This was presented to a student for outstanding contribution and loyalty to the band. The Marching Black and Gold joins together with the freshmen to participate in the Homecoming parade. Members of the ESHS Marching Black and Gold are, in front: Peggy Kendrick, Debbie Ragar. First row: Rona Burchett, Sonra Wil- liams, Shannon Sagar, Benita Carpenter, Leslie Wehr, Karla Dowell, Theresa Lee, Laura Holbrook. Second row: Luanna Wheeler, Sara Holbrook, Tammy Edwards, Michelle Miller, Susan Cyrus, Cathy Crist, Mark Flood. Third row: Cheryl Brown, Laura Mills, Doris Shea, Freddie Anderson, Michelle White, Dennis Henson, Hiram Jones. Fourth row: Doug Hobbs, Donny Moberly, R.C. Keeton, James Oligschlaeger, Shari Foster, Pat Smith, Randy Carr, James Brown. Fifth row: Khyl Buckallew, Dennis Woodside, Jamie Jamison, Scott Shaul, Frank Dowell, Jamie Sharp, Diana Dowell, Dale Starnes. Sixth row: David Lynch, Steve Kelly, Rick Amos, Mike Anderson, Larry Smoot, Dianna Schreiman, Jim McCullough, Debbie Smith. Seventh row: Dan Massey, Larry Renick, Michael Findley, Gale Gakle, Tonya Bowles, Melanie Payne, Kelli Good- ing, Tim Trowbridge, Director Gene Good- ing. band, by Deena Malay 73 FHfl, FTfl strive to help “Forever Helping Americans” was the theme of the district meeting at Weston, Missouri, which was attended by FHA members in the fall, They also went to Silver Dollar City on May 14 and spent the day. As a money-making project, FHA sold candles and made $470. They also had a rock-a-thon and made $520 for cerebral palsy. FTA also had a money making chili supper and cleared $200. The money went for a scholarship which was a- warded to a cadet at graduation. 74 FTA, FHA by Lisa Link, Vern Hendricks Vocal music: a class or an activity? To some it was a class, someplace to go and get a fine arts credit. But to others it was an activity requiring teamwork, spirit and total harmony. It was not hard to tell the difference in these groups of vocal music students. The difference in the amount of energy expended by each group was obvious by watching just one class period. Classes included Boys Glee, Girls Glee, Concert Choir, Mixed chorus and Music Theory. The department did a number of concerts, most for civic groups and clubs. The major performances were the Sacred Concert on Nov. 23 and the two Christmas Concerts on Dec. 13 and Dec. 19. All time after these was devoted to contest prep: practice, practice, and again, practice. Practice is the key (above) Mixed Chorus performs on the East High stage, (right) Concert Choir sings at the Sacred Concert. Hill 76 vocal music, by Steve Loethen (left) Practice was a big part in preparing for a concert, (below) Members of the Mod Choir are Cris Pine, Vicki Dunagan, Jim Huffstutler, Roberta Walters, David Lynch, Nancy Thompson, Jim Craven, Becky Greaves, Penny Jones, and Mike Green. At the piano is sponsor Mrs. Marillyn Lansford. vocal music, by Steve Loethcn 77 Contest1 tout nerves, anxiety (above) Jim Huffstutler does breathing ex- ercises in preparation for contest, (right) One of many solo contestants was Tonya Bowles. 78 vocal music, by Steve Loethen Nerves pulled taut as the day con- tinued to crawl by and scheduled per- formances drew near. Constantly clear- ing their throats, members on the Vocal Music Department awaited their turn to sing either by solo or in a group. The campus of William Jewell College was covered by wandering students as, fin- ished with their part, they suffered the wait until the results were posted. When all results were known and performances done the department had found that it had improved greatly over the year before, getting six ones in overall competition. A one, the highest rank achievable, was given to Larry Mills, Dixie Saxton, Jim Craven, Jim Huffstutler, and Vicki Dunagan for solos and Dawn Cooper for a piano solo. The final trial, State Music Contest, boasted a one by Jim Huffstutler, while Dixie Saxton, Larry Mills and Jim Craven each earned a rating of two plus; Dawn Cooper rated a two and Vicki Dunagan a three plus. vocal music, by Steve Loethen 79 WM (right) Park Hill exchange students listen to Mr. Hyder as he welcomes them to ESHS. (below) Getting down and playing hard rock, “Silver Retina” entertains at the Sadie Haw- kins dance. Memberi include, on the drums Keith Piercy, singer David Adams and Jon O’Dell on the guitar. dtudent Council gets it together... Trying to get it together, Student Council kept some traditions, changed others, and added a few of their own. Traditional Homecoming and Court- warming activities proved to have larg- er attendance and be more profitable than in previous years. The group con- ducted its annual Cancer Drive and brought in S500, while the Chili Sup- per scantly profited. The only alteration that took place was not having the usual Sadie Haw- kins carnival. However, the Sadie Haw- kins dress day and dance remained. “We weren’t making a profit on the carnival at all. It was just a waste of Student Council’s time and money,” one member stated. The organization conducted new projects with some succeeding while others failed. The council exchanged students from ESHS with those from area schools. The intent was to help better the school systems. Exchanges took place with Park Hill, Fort Osage, Lees Summit, and Winnetonka. Each member participating learned how the other schools operated and their sys- tem of teaching. Not succeeding was a Disco Dance held in the commons area. Barely breaking even, approximately eight dollars was made in profit. 80 Student Council, by Susan Conner (above) Enjoying the late summer sun and collecting money for Muscular Dystrophy is Student Council member Deena Malay. Approximately S600 was raised. (left) President Larry Poster conducts a stu- dent council meeting. Members are: Vice- president Jill Rounkles, Secretary Cathy Brown, Treasurer Sara Head, Terry McKown, Lori Robb, Lisa Malay, Janet Head, Mike Dickey, Carol Elmore, Jeff Woods, Janet Bosley, Larry Smoot, Randy Schoonover, Angela Jones, Susan McKown, Glenda Smith, Roger Siegel, Jim Pulse, Brent McElwee, Sean Butler, Vicki Bonuchi, Leo Galey, Michelle Klcinbeck, John Talbott, Jim Mc- Daniel, Mike Bollinger, Susan Grace, Peggy Kendrick, Debbie McGaugh, Diane Riley, Dale Stitt, Barb Stolz. Pam Huey, Doris Shea, Rob Raulic, Sherrie Hall, Cathy Plat- tenburg, Paula Jackson, Rick Sloan. Student Council, by Susan Conner 81 ■ i Homes Dressed as journalistic terms for their initia- tion into Quill and Scroll March 12 arc, back row: Laura Walker, Mark Sterling (current member), Kendall Schoonover, Roger Atkinson, Annette Hope, Allison Mc- Coy. Middle row: Kathy Swanson, Renae Schmitz, Linda Dextraze. Front row: Kay Gillis, president Karen Sperbeck, Pam Gevenger, Sonra Williams, Jan Kohl and Penny Jones (current members), lying on floor, Cris F ine. Demonstrating telephones of the future to Science Gub members is a representative from Southwestern BelL 82 Radio Gub, Science Gub, Quill and Scroll, by Laura Walker broodcostinq, newsqatherinq, birdwatching They were there, but not heard nalists, brought their membership up about too often Radio Club, Science from four to 19. Students in the club Gub, and Quill and Scroll. had to maintain an “S” average and Sponsored by Miss Sandra Givens, work on yearbook or newspaper staffs Radio Club kept the town informed of for at least one semester. They also school events by means of a weekly. earned money to send staff members pre-recorded, 10-minute program called to journalism workshops. Tiger Spotlight. Science club took a fall trip to Quill and Scroll, an international Mound City to watch birds migrate. honorary society for high school jour- Membership was approximately 40. Taping sports results in the KEXS Radio Station are Seniors Brad Shultz and Mike Green. Members not pictured are Andy Charlson, Mark Sterling. Radio Club, Science Club, Quill and Scroll, by Laura Walker 83 (top) Laurie Hall helps the girls track team to a second place con- ference finish, (left) A 6’ 1” record in high jump is set by Daniel Turner, (above) Getting into the swing of the new boys tennis team is Alan Love, (right) After a long-awaited victory over Liberty, Mit- chell Sharp, Jim Pulse, Pat Burke, and Mark Palmer proudly display the dueling pistols. 84 division, layout by Susan Grace copy by Mark Sterling 3) l_ cce a Coach and assistant coaches-each with his own game plan. Captains and bench warmers-each considering him- self equally important. All came together on the field of athletic competition. Although a ball-carrier sensed a fifty-fifty chance of scoring, he knew he must sacrifice personal glory and pass off, if he saw a teammate in scoring position. Even in individual sports, consideration of teammates was important. If several squad members had already com- pleted matches, they knew they must keep enthusiasm to cheer for a win or console in defeat. Participants realized that clashing personalities must be hung in the locker rooms with street clothes in pursuit not of victory but of teamwork. 2? division, layout by Susan Grace, copy by Mark SterIing 85 Longf winding road leads to victories At 3:30 each weekday afternoon, West High was sudden- ly surrounded by both girls and guys as they began their cross-country practice sessions. Guys covered an area of eight to ten miles each night, while girls jogged four to six. In actual meets the boys ran two and one half miles, and girls ran one and one half. Although this was only the second year for organized girls cross-country, the hard work and effort did pay off. Coach Ken Fields commented it turned out to be a worth- while season, with determination. The nine girls ran against 21 teams, winning 14 and los- ing seven. Three invitational meets were on the schedule. Girls came out on top at the Park Hill Invitational, captur- ing a trophy. A total of six medals were earned during the season. Two medals apiece went to Lisa Brown and Ester Smith, while Brenda Wuttke and Denise Buehrer scooped up one each. Practices were mostly made up of long distance run- ning, short intervals, and running up and down hills. To the runner the practices seemed like eternity, but in real- ity they lasted two hours each night. About the boys season. Coach Roger Stucki commented, “The 1976 Tiger Cross-Country team is the best team we have ever fielded, we ran the toughest schedule we have ever run ...” Among the accomplishments of the team were three ma- jor championships: the Liberty Invitational, the Marshall Invitational, and the District Championship. Chris Marchini (14:29), Andy Charlson (14:39), and Ronnie Dickey (14:40) bettered the course record set in 1975 by Russell Stitt, which was 14:51. Collectively, these three seniors garnered 13 individual medals, Marchini lead- ing the way with six. Also, “the JV team had a remarkable season recording a 34-9 record, with seven of their nine losses going to the larger 2A division schools,” Coach Stucki said. Tiger cross-country season was summed up by Coach Stucki, 'in all, this year we’ve accomplished more as a team and more as individuals than ever before, it was a very good year.” (above) Ester Smith’s determination leads her to second place at a home dual against Lee’s Summit, (right) Crammed cars be- came a way of life for girls going to away meets. They are, top row: Kelly Gee, Janet Schreiman, Conney Barney, Kelly Galey. Bottom row: Coach Ken Fields, Ester Smith, Venette Bowker, Lisa Brown, and Denise Buehrer. 86 cross-country, by Debbie Kagar Girls Cross-Country Park Hill Invitational Park Hill Dual St. Mary's Dual St. Mary’s Invitational NWMSU Invitational Lee’s Summit Dual (Park Hill) 1st (5) (here) 1st (2) (Here) 1st (2) (St. Mary’s) 3rd (6) (NWMSU) 6th (8) (here) 1st (2) Low score wins, number of place equals the number of points scored. Only first five runners from each seven-girl team scored points. Beside the place finished is the number of teams that participated. J (left) Consistently outdistancing opponents, Lisa Brown goes on to take first place at the Lee’s Summit dual, (above) A fourteenth place finish for Mark Lewis in the Confer- ence meet at Swope Park helps the Tigers to third place. cross-country, by Debbie Ragar 87 JV 2nd ( 8) 8th (14) 1st (14) No Results 2nd ( 6) 34-9 Boys Cross Country Liberty Invitational (Liberty) NWMSU Invitational (Maryville) Marshall Invitational (Marshall) Ruskin Invitational (Swope Park) Suburban Conference (Swope Park) District (Cameron) State (Jefferson City) Overall Season Record (Including small meets) Varsity 1st ( 9) 2nd( 9) 1st (15) 10th(26) 3rd ( 6) 1st (10) 8th (16) 71-21 Low score wins, number of place equals the num- ber of points scored. Only the first five runners from each seven-man team score. Numbers in the parentheses above are number of teams competing. (above left) Running seventh, fifth, and third places respectively against Fort Osage are Mike Dickey, Roger Atkinson, and Dale Stitt as the Ti- gers win 15-49 at home. This was Mike’s last race due to a tom knee cartilage, (above right) Andy Charlson finishes first against Fort Osage, (right) Contributing to a first place team finish at District are Ronnie Dickey and Harold Brandon, running third and sixth places respective- ly. Between them is Kent Rader from Richmond, who occasionally practiced with the Tigers. Rader also qualified for State with a second place District finish. 88 boys’ cross country, by Roger Atkinson Runners rip District 1st Early in the season cross country runners set three goals: to place first in Conference and District, and to place in the top three at State. One was achieved-first at District. Ups and downs included hostile weather. It brought a quagmire at Maryville and rained steadily at Con- ference and District. Maryville was the worst. The ankle-deep mud added pounds to feet and made rounding corners and conquering hills somewhat of a Herculean task. Although the Kansas City area com- petition seemed weaker, the top three teams in Conference (Center, Liberty, and Excelsior Springs) were stronger. (far left corner) Former teammate Jerry Kline and Mr. Marchini watch as Chris Mar- chini holds ice on his injured foot. As a re- sult of the injury, Chris was only able to Because the Tigers had depth, they could at times afford illness or injury and still do well. At other times, like Center, Ruskin, Conference, and State, illnesses hurt greatly. Just a few days prior to State, things started happening-wrong. Lou- is Kendrick bit a hole in his tongue in P. E., Coach Stucki was ill, and Andy Charlson was in the hospital for tests. Everyone made it to State, but Ken- drick didn’t run. Andy ran even though he had appendicitus, and Coach was on medication. Although capable of fourth, ill fate doomed the team to a still-respectable eighth place finish. manage fifth, and the Tigers lost to Center by one point, (left) District Champion Chris Marchini crosses the finish line well ahead of the pack. Cross country runners are, front row: Chris Marchini, Andy Charlson, Harold Brandon, Ronnie Dickey, Phil Niemcyer, and Paul Houck. Row two: Bud Naylor (assistant manager), Mike Dickey, Steve Stolz, Mark Lawrence, Darden Purgason, Richard Reynolds, Jim Swearingin, Dale Stitt, and Mark Lewis. Row three: Tim McDaniel (manager). Curt Buckman, Robbie Raulie, Robert St. John, Roger Atkinson, Louis Kendrick, Don Barney, Mark St. John, Mike Marchini, and Head Coach Roger Stucki. boys cross-country, by Roger Atkinson 89 Girls battle heat, wind, rain, snow Returning for her ninth tennis sea- son, Coaeli Sue Jones started 21 girls practicing in sweltering August heat. The team played matches in high winds, rain, and even some snow in October. Senior Val Rupley organized a bake sale in July from which the girls netted enough money to buy new yellow and white varsity sweats. Although the varsity record was the same as last year’s (5-8), most players agreed this year was much better. Coach Jones reflected that they were a “very coachable team.” Junior varsity ended their season with a record of 5-6. The girls’ most outstanding showing was in Conference. They placed first in varsity doubles with the pair of Val Rupley and Lisa Harris. Also placing first was Michelle Miller in junior var- sity singles. In district action Val Rupley and Lisa Harris picked up a third place in varsity doubles. At the end of the season the girls were treated to a spaghetti dinner fixed by Coach Jones and husband Larry. The team presented their coach with two hanging baskets of vines and an outfit for her four-month-old-son, Trevor. In return. Coach Jones gave each senior a rose and described how each provided the team with leader- ship, spirit and determination. (top right) Managers Benita Carpenter and Rona Burchett receive roses from the team. They kept the team supplied with balls and ice. (above) Practicing her favorite backhand stroke is Lisa Harris. Lisa suffered an elbow injury early in the season, that put her out of action for one and a half weeks. (right) Captain Val Rupley works to get ev- ery serve in just the right spot. Val played number one singles. 90 girls’ tennis, by Pam Clevenger (top left) After losing a close match, Karen Easley and Robin Gorham congratulate their North Kansas City opponents. (top right) Angela Jones and Coach Sue Jones discuss strategies before a match. An- gela and partner Laurie Delano played most- ly number two varsity doubles. (above) Squad members are, front row: Linda Downer, Val Rupley, Karen Easley, Virginia Hedges. Second row: Barbara Stolz, Annette Hope, Laura Mills, Laurie Delano, Angela Jones. Third row: Tammy Edwards, Lisa Harris, Michelle Miller, Lisa Rogers, Michelle McNamara, Roberta Reeves, Doris Shea. Fourth row: Coach Jones, Betty Da- vis, Veronica Partridge, Sandra Smith, Bar- bara Goode, Robin Gorham. GIRLS TENNIS % 5 North Kansas City 5 Liberty 1 Belton 4 Center 3 Blue Springs 5 Winnetonka 4 Liberty 7 Trenton 1 Belton 4 Center 1 Blue Springs 2 Park Hill 2 Grandview 5-8 overall season record J girls’ tennis, by Pam Clevenger 91 Varsity football players are front: Captains Pat Burke, Mark Palmer, Mitch Sharp, Jim Pulse. Row two: Coach Wally Stiles, Frosty Mohn. David Rhodus, Gary Hendley, Brent McElwee, Dennis Wright, Tom Freitag, Kin- ney Sims, Mark Baxter, Roger Siegle, Larry Poster, Rich Wilkins, Dave Wo Hard, Coach Sam Brown. Row three: Royce Troutman, Dave Griffin, Kendall Davis, John Watson, Kyle Buckallcw, Randy Ligon, Leo Galcy, Terry Sharp, Rick Amos, Prank Dowell, Pat Edwards, Roger Hurtibise. Row four: Coach Sam Shouse, Mike Palier, Chriss W illiams, Ray Steen, Larry Smoot, Kent Kappmcyer, Kenton Reed, Barry Smith, Kent McElwee, Tim Trowbridge, Mike Anderson, Sean But- ler, Gene Whitney, Coach Mike Davidson. Row five: Butch Reid, Monte Wise, Paul Steen, Craig Kennedy, Randy Hartman, Craig Jones, Barry Duncan, J. M. Courtney, Bob Schley, Jim McCullough, Don Moberly, Bill Banning. Row six: Coach Nile Brown, Mike Villers, Jim Callaway, Mark Flood, Jim Perry, Chuck Hall, Scott Falconer, Mike Bollinger, Craig Carr. Chris Baldwin, Tom Grubbs, Rick Sloan, Randy Carr, Coach Larry Chapman. Row seven: Managers: Doug Hobbs, Jamie Jamison, Dennis Wood- side, Bob Murphy, Terry Vincents, Jim Bos- ton, Pat Klatt, Randy Jordison, Aaron Brown. (left) as Gary Hendley (31) is sandwiched between two O’Hara defenders, the ball pops loose and Pat Burke (63) dives to re- cover it. O’Hara won the season opener 14- 0. (above) Coach Brown shouts instructions to his offense during the Warrcnsburg game as Coach shouse (face hidden) looks on. The Tigers of Excelsior shut out the visiting Ti- gers 14-0. 92 football, by Pat Klatt, Frosty Mohn, Debra Talley Varsity Football 14 O'Hara 0 Richmond 0 Warrensburg 8 Park Hill 13 Fort Osage 27 Center 8 Maryville 19 Blue Springs 0 Belton 6 Liberty overall season record was 6-4. 0 7 14 6 8 0 21 20 7 7 Speed: for winning grid season Plagued by early injuries and lack of size, Tiger prospects seemed remote. Larger schools and enormous lines made the schedule a true challenge to the mostly rookie team. How- ever, gruelling summer practices produced a team that re- deemed itself in speed, for what it lacked in weight. Senior Jim Pulse and junior Barry Smith supplemented an average passing quarterback to keep Small Six Suburban Conference hopes alive against Blue Springs. Tigers Gary Hendley and Larry Foster led the ground attack rushing for precious yardage against Belton and Liberty. These “must” wins brought the Tigers into a three-way tie for second place conference honors, after close defeats at Park Hill and Fort Osage. Coach Sam Brown began the Fall training camp with only Pat Burke, Mark Palmer, and Ken Sims, who had seen regular action in the previous season. Nevertheless he brou- ght forth a team to rival schools that boasted first team con- ference players. Triumph over Liberty in the closing minutes on Home- coming ended the Jays’ six-year control of the Dueling Pis- tols and left a happy Tiger team with stories of a 6-4 season to tell in the mornings before school. Honors achieved for the twelve weeks of work were a- warded November 9, at the annual Fall Sports Banquet. Most Valuable Player went to Mitch Sharp, Most Inspira- tional to Jim Pulse, and Best Offensive Lineman to Pat Burke, all seniors. (above) As this play ends in a confused pile- up, Kent Kappmeyer (14) winds up in the middle. On the bottom of the pile is Mitch Sharp. The Tigers won the first game played in Maryville’s new stadium, 21-8. by Pat Klatt, Frosty Mohn, Debra Talley football 93 Defeat: price for experience Scores were not an accurate repre- sentation of the J. V. and Sophomore Tigers. Promotion of several young Ti- gers (because of varsity injuries) and lack of depth, gravely hindered the sophomore and J.V. coaches in pro- duction of a winning season. J.V. coach Mike Davidson had only two regular players the entire season. Sophomore coach Nile Brown at times had only a shoestring squad of seven- teen, eleven of whom were needed to begin the contest. Both felt the 3-5 season served to develop attitudes and skills. Everyone saw plenty of action because of team size. But team har- mony, needed for a prosperous season, was missing. Standing out as good prospects for the next year were sophomores Mike Palier. Bob Schley, Butch Reid, Scott Falconer, and junior Randy Ligon. Learning with the sophomore Tigers was a new coach, Larry Chapman, a former Jewell player. When recalling a high point of the season, Coach David- son noted the defeat of Fort Osage, after a disappointing varsity loss the previous Friday. Coach Brown remem- bered a 28 to 6 romp over Park Hill. Freshman coach Lou Wisniewski enjoyed a 4-2 season, the best in four years. Coach Brown showed interest in the young Tigers’ record and large fifty-man squad. Hampered also by a rash of early injuries, recovery was re- markable. Hopefuls for the coming season were Tim Parks, Lon Baldwin, Jeff Stafford, and David Hardin. Freshmen football players are, front row: Pat Edwards, Jim Franklin, Nathan Temple- ton, Mike Hall, Arthur Fndsley, Terry Hend- ley, Jerry Shelton, Dave Harden, Lon Bald- win, Tim Parks, Sam Grubbs, Curt Johnson. Row two: Robert Barnes, Jeff Ballinger, Jim Williams, Chris Murry, John Ferguson. Dar- rell Loveland, Tim Parsons, Robbie Stark, John Witt, Mark Smith, Rusty Norris, Vince Vogler. Row three: Lance Kramer, Todd Miller, James Brandon, Mike Hurshman, Paul Lane, Brian Stalder, Bill Carter, Myron McGant, Kelly Mayfield, Jeff Stafford, Rob- ert White, Bob Boatwright. Row four: Jerry Frank. Dale Martin. Allen Quinn, Paul Pal- mer, David Swope, Marc Cravens, Hank An- derson, Buddy Irby, Steve Russell, Steve Lancaster, Chris Stock, Kendall Mills. Row five: Managers Darren Frank and Alan Mas- ters, Coach Bruce Baker, Head Coach Lou Wisniewski, Coach Ralph Edwards, and managers Sean McGonigle, and Brett Harris. 94 football by Pat Klatt, Frosty Mohn, Debra Talley football, by Pat Klatt, Frosty Mohn, Debra Talley 95 (upper left) Jim Callaway catches an Orrick back from behind to make a touchdown-sav- ing tackle. It also preserves a shutout as the sophomores beat the Orrick JV 42-0. (above) Converging on the ball carrier are comerback Curt Johnson and an unidenti- fied player in a freshman game against Park Hill South. The Tigers won 18-12. (left) In another of many Tiger injuries, (41) punter David Griffin is helped off the field by two teammates in a J.V. game against Park Hill, which was won 33-8. Coach Wolf, head trainer, waits to take charge. JUNIOR VARSITY FOOTBALL 6 27 O’Hara 27 0 Richmond 13 12 Warrensburg 8 33 Park Hill 14 6 Fort Osage 0 7 Center 14 41 Blue Springs 6 44 Belton 3-5 overall season record. Bar stow victory spices season “Talk to your teammates, set the ball up,” remarked Coach Larry Tesar during the climactic moments of the Barstow volleyball game. Nine girls on the court intensely waited for the competition’s serve to come over the net. Bleachers, full of teammates, shouted and cheered for Excelsior, on their way to a season highlight victory. The 50 girls out, according to Mr. Tesar, showed interest and dedication to the sport, as well as a desire to im- prove. He also mentioned that volley- ball takes a tremendous amount of teamwork; however, the Excelsior squad had not played enough to have the teamwork necessary to win. Throughout the season, four squads struggled for harmony in compiling a 2-15 season record. •• At the freshmen 1 -Club Tourney, T. Jenkins (31) dives at fRt L rh - erty serve. Score was 3-15. Waiting are M. Watson (32), D. Suns - (21), C. Ball (3). Volleyball team members are, front row: Coach Larry Tesar, Sharon Eldredge, Diana Dowell, Dawn Cooper; team captains Karla Dowell, Fran Eldredge, and Cindy Malbaff; Susan Orava, Pat Smith, Theresa Jenkins. Row two: Bettie Stockwell, Belinda Rowan, Tracy Terrell, Jonna Miller, Martha Watson, Terri Crowley, Cathy Crist, Sherry Powell, Cindy Todd, Row three: Sheila Brewer, Cheryl Teat, Cathy Plattenburg, Diana Sims, Ruby Ray, Dawn Stalder, Tammy Ross, Sherry Williams. Row four: Cathy Slater, Janelle Short, Sherry Mill- sap, Elaine Houghton, Kelly Harrison, Keely Galbol, Beth Burke, Brenda Anderson. Row five: Janet Knipkcr, Connie Sharp, Paula Jackson, Cindy Ball, Janet Wormsley, Becky Plattenburg, Sherrie Stewart, manager Lynn Jackson. (right) Blocking the Blue Springs serve is D. Cooper (3) as Excelsior loses 2-15. Team- mates aic D. Dowell (14), C. Malbaff (43), B. Rowan (41). (above) Setting it up for C. Todd (35) is P. Smith (15) against Blue Springs J.V. with the score of 6-15. 96 volleyball, by Annette Hope volleyball, by Annette Hope 97 Vigor, hustle, high attitude Proudly noting the competitive spirit, good attitude, and hustle. Coach David- son reflected on the girls basketball squad’s season. In spite of the loss of sev- eral good players and their obvious lack of height, the girls’ statistics showed a very good season. Struggling to overcome handicaps the team developed an ominious fast break to rival their best opponents. But they suf- fered several disappointing losses includ- ing the one for conference first place, to Blue Springs. Prospects for the future ran high, with good young talent appearing and the new Title 9 legislation which minimized favor- itism of men’s over women’s sports in the way of financial aid. 98 giilsbasketball, by Annette Hope (above left) Hope dwindles among players Dianna Schreiman, Tammy Shipley, Jamie Sharp, and Karen Easley when Excelsior scores a point in a losing 29-59 effort against O'Hara, (left) Squeezing by two Blue Springs players is Fran Eldredge as she hurries for a shot. Results were 38-39. (above) Fast breaking for a lay up shot is Karen Easley during the O'Hara game, (opposite) After a jump by Diana Dowell against Center, JV teammates Shari Foster, Debbie Ragar, Carol Roos, and Pat Smith instantaneously wait for the decisive moment to grab the balL girls basketball, by Annette Hope 99 Experience 1975 wrestling STATE CHAMPIONS Girls Basketball 30 34 Richmond 30 34 Chillicothe 40 36 Kearney 33 48 Platt sburg 41 17 St. Joe Benton 41 53 Cameron 36 27 St. Pius 40 31 Grain Valley 33 27 Liberty 36 22 Center 48 38 Belton 29 59 O’Hara 48 30 Belton 39 40 Ft. Osage 38 34 Center 50 18 Liberty 38 39 Blue Springs 46 36 Belton 31 57 Blue Springs 4 r 43 Ft. Osage 36 54 No. K.C. 12-9 Overall for Season. — (top) Starting the third quarter varsity against O’Hara is Tammy Shipley (34) with Karen Easley (24), Debbie MeGaugh (12), and Dianna Schreiman (14) ready to spring into action, (above) Varsity members are, Schreiman, Fran Eldredge, Pat Smith, Ja- mie Sharp. Back row: Debbie MeGaugh, Karen Easley, Carol Roos, Vicki Allen, Laurie Hall, Karla Dowell, Carol, Laurie, and Pat moved up from JV. front row: Tammy Shipley, Dianna 100 girls basketball, by Annette Hope assures winning Good young talent surfaced in the JV and freshman ranks of girls basket- ball. Losing but three of sixteen games, a very pleased Coach Shouse stated, “I felt the girls played well and were sim- ply beaten in the three defeats they suffered.” Experience gave the girls an edge over their rivals earlier but in the four years since the rejuvination of girls (left) Pat Smith, on a fast break, aids in the runaway victory over their Center oppo- nents. (above) J unior Varsity members are: front row, Cheryl Brown, Susan Cyrus, Pat Smith, Debbie Ragar, Janet Schreiman, basketball, other teams have picked up the ball. However, Blue Springs, an ominous foe during the 1976-1977 season, was to be eliminated when they graduated out of the Small Six Confer- ence. Broadening of the freshman sched- ule provided much more time and op- portunity for the young players to see action. Cheryl McFadden, Debbie Smith. Back row: Susan Walters, Becky Shelton, Kathy Rash, Diana Dowell, Coach Shouse, Carol Roos, Marie Shea, Shari Poster, Susan Orava. girls basketball, by Annette Hope 101 ‘Strongest squad An unwritten rule that Tiger wres- tlers and Coach Vic Bonuchi practiced by was that unless a man undertook more than he could possibly do, he would never do all he could. The Ti- gers nearly did all they could by com- piling a 9-1 dual meet record, winning three tournaments and retaining the conference championship for the sec- ond consecutive year. Coach Bonuchi called this squad “his strongest 12 man team ever” and considered the highlights of the year to be claiming a second-place trophy at the NKC Tournament and winning the Oak Park Quad, both for the first time. After a somewhat disappointing District Tournament, the Tigers ad- vanced eight wrestlers to Regionals, three of whom won there and earned a trip to State. At State Mike Dickey, who placed fourth in the 98 pound class the previous year, took fifth at 105. Glen Stitt and Mark Baxter also went but didn't place, as neither got a chance to wrestle back after second- round losses. While applying an Olympic headlock Pat to winning the ES Quad. Pat led the team Burke pins his St. Pius opponent on his way in pins with 14. Junior and senior wrestlers are, front row: Mike Dickey, Curt Buckman, Steve Stolz, Darden Purgason, Glen Stitt. Row two: Paul Einerson, Brad Eales, Mike Stock, Phil Nie- meyer, Mike Marchini, Robert St. John. Row three: Jim Eide, Paul Houck, Harold Brandon, Randy Ligon, Brent McElwee, Steve Ligon, Danny Loveland. Row four: Mark St. John, Scott McCarroll, Rick Mer- cer, Pat Burke, Dennis Williams, Gary Mas- ters, and Jody Stock. Not pictured are Mark Baxter and Ray Steen. 102 wrcstling, by Pat Klatt ever9 Using a cradle, Mark Baxter struggles to pin his opponent from Rockhurst during the ES Quad. He won this match and also won the Quad. (above left) Going for one piont, Glen Stitt tries to escape from a Belton wrestler. He won this match, his 13th in a row. (above) Keeping control of his Northtown opponent during the Blue Springs Tournament is Mike Dickey. He won this match, but placed sec- ond in the tournament. f 1976-77 Varsity Wrestling 53 0 St. Pius 45 9 Center 33 9 Belton 39 10 Blue Springs 56 3 Clinton 43 10 Cameron 21 28 St. Joe Central 34 20 Liberty 33 19 Ft. Osage 27 1 7 St. Joe Benton Tournaments 1 St Oak Park Quad 1st ES Tournament 1 nd NKC Tournament 1st ES Quad 2nd Blue Springs Tournament 4 th District Tournament V. N J wrestling, by Pat Klatt 103 Demolishing their competitors, the Junior Varsity wres- tlers started their season by not even allowing their first two adversaries to score. Under the guidance of two new coaches, Larry Chapman and Jon Bates, they surpassed all of their opponents in dual match competition. Most wrestlers on JV were sophomores. One of the team’s strongest points was an aggressiveness which carried them to an 8-0 dual match record. According to Coach Chapman, the team’s most out- standing achievement, other than the fact that they took Conference as an undefeated team, was winning the E- Club Tournament. Four of the teams competing at this tournament had Varsity teams that placed in the top four at District. JV pins down wins (above) Barry Duncan pins his opponent in the 126 lb. weight class at the E-Club Tour- nament. (right) Wrestling Queen candidates and their escorts are: Paul Einerson, Barb Stolz (runner-up), Mike Stock, Debbie Bonuchi (queen), Dennis Williams, Diane Riley (attendant), Gary Masters, and Janet Head (attendant). 104 wrestling, by Roger Atkinson Freshmen and sophomore wrestlers are, front row: Mark Sexton, Bob Boatwright, Mark Lawrence, Dale Stitt, Craig Carr, Rob- bie Raulie. Row two: Bill Banning, Jamie Jamison, Steve McNamara, Robert Barnes, J. M. Courtney, Mike Hall, Tim McDaniel, Chuck Hay ter, Row three: Larry Harrison, Chris Koehler, Gene Millsap, Chris Lethem, Chris Stock, Mark Lewis, Kelly Mayfield, Lance Workman. Row four: Kevin Dockery, Mike Hurshman, David Hutcheson, Daryl Satterfield, Darrell Loveland, Barry Duncan, Mark Ragar, Fred Grayson, Mark Goode, Chris Baldwin. Row five: Jim McCullough, Mike G. Hall, Butch Reid, Chuck Hall, Scott Falconer, Rick Sloan, Mike Palier, Tim Par- sons, Doug Hughes, Rusty Norris. Not pic- tured are: James Brandon, Tim Buckalew, and Terry Hendley. Junior Varsity Wrestling Us Them 68 0 St. Pius 68 0 Center 51 9 Belton 55 6 Blue Springs 49 6 St. Joe Central 51 9 Liberty 50 3 Fort Osage 36 16 St. Joe Benton Place Tournaments 1st Lexington 2nd Richmond (Varsity) 3rd Park Hill (Freshmen) 1st ES Quad 1st E-Gub (above left) Jim McCullough works for a pin in a heavyweight match at the ES Quad, (above) Wrestling Queen Debbie Bonuchi reigns over the Excelsior Springs Tourna- ment. wrestling, by Roger Atkinson 105 Tigers fall to conference foes Varsity Boys Basketball 48 50 Pern Day 64 62 St. Pius 42 72 Winnetonka 49 65 Lee's Summit 50 57 Belton 70 80 Center 74 67 Richmond 41 4 7 I t. Osage 70 77 Blue Springs 73 63 Van Horn 55 50 St. Pius 25 43 Westport 63 65 hast 44 70 Liberty 64 66 Belton 55 53 Park Hill 54 66 Center 63 46 Kearney 75 79 Blue Springs 55 70 ht. Osage 60 66 Liberty The overall record was 5-17 Richard Wilkins goes up for two as Kent Kapp- meyer, Mike Harris, Kenny Sims, and Chriss Williams prepare for a rebound against Center. The Tigers lost 80-70. Varsity players included, front row: Chriss Williams, Jeff Woods, Danny Reece, Richard Wilkins, Larry Poster, Roy Jackson. Row two: Head Coach John Shepard, Kent Kappmeyer, Mike Harris. Kenny Sims, Captain Jim Pulse, Alan Lovae, and Jim Rash. 106 boys basketball, by Lori Robb and Debra Talley guys that did last did a good job, and worked their tails off.” Varsity compiled a record of 5-17 overall with conference totalling 0-10. Junior Kent Kappmeyer was a help to the team as he finished off the year with a 12.5 shooting average, followed by sophomore Mike Harris averaging 13 rebounds per game. Captain Jim Pulse looks for an opening against Blue Springs. Excelsior was vic- torious 77-70. Towering over a Park Hill Trojan, junior Kent Kappmeyer controls the tip. Richard Wilkins tenses impatient- ly. The results were Tigers 55, Trojans 53. Dribbling down the court and aim- ing for two points with sweat stream- ing down foreheads and into their eyes was all part of the game, as varsity bas- ketball players struggled against a los- ing season. Team captain Jim Pulse, who was always given the tough defensive as- signment, stated, “Our record doesn’t really show how good we were. We did all right in conference games up until the fourth quarter: then we just couldn’t seem to pull it off.” As the season neared completion differences between some players and Head Coach John Shepard arose. As a result three senior players quit. Coach Shepard commented, “the boys basketball, by Lori Robb and Debra Talley 107 (right) J. V. player Frank Dowell looks con- fident as he keeps an eye on a Belton oppo- nent. (bottom right) Dan Turner, Sophomore, shoots a hook for two points while Mitchell Dickey watches from below. ® armony was achieved as everyone earned a chance to act as captain on the Junior Varsity, Sophomore and Freshman teams. Lack of rebounding strength held J. V. to a 4-12 seasonal record and 2-8 in conference. Alongside a 5-9 seasonal record, good offensive players and an average defense, Sophomore Coach Sam Brown felt his squad collected “good experience for next year.” Understanding how the game was to be played, the very ag- gressive Frosh team placed first in the E-Club tournament, totaling a 13-2 seasonal record for A team and 54 for B team. (above) Looking eight feet tall is freshman Lonnie Baldwin as he blocks a Cameron shot and Aurthur Endsley looks on. 108 boys basketball by Lori Robb, Debra Talley J V, Soph, teams harmonize (above) Using a Blue Springs opponent as a landing pad. Sophomore Rodney Partridge blocks a shot while Mike Anderson (14), Todd Hamilton (3) and Steve Kelly (40) look on. (left) Junior Varsity team members are, front row: Alan Villers, Steve Kelly, Rod Partridge, Kenton Reid, Randy Carr. Back row: Steve Huey, Larry Mills, Coach Ed Bush, Mike Anderson, Larry Smoot. boys basketball by Lori Robb, Debra Talley 109 Freshman Sherri Stewart and Sophomore Lisa Filley, students of the marshall art of karate execute a head kick. In this, the year of the 21st Olym- piad, sports inspired either interest or participation of nearly every man, woman and child in these United States. And Excelsior was no differ- ent. However, many of Excelsior’s youth sought sports other than those offered by the school system for sev- eral reasons. Some quite simply dis- liked the daily grind of the practices, others had jobs to pay for their ex- spenses, and some felt there were many prejudices in the system. But where- ever the problem rested, more students sought employment and fewer sought the glory of Friday nights. More and more students and their families traveled to the Ozarks for its many water sports or to get closer to nature in its rugged wilderness. High- ways leading to Kansas City became sports trails, blazed regardless of weather to reach mammoth stadiums like Arrowhead and Kemper Arena, for the thrill of professional sports. During the weeks of frustrating search for information relating to this story several people in our midst sur- faced who indulged in rather unique individual sports. Sophomore Dwayne Basham partook of hang gliding over the rolling Kansas plains. Freshman Todd Miller was one of the several who enjoyed the growing sport of skateboarding. However this surge of sports mad- ness was viewed, it was apparent by the salaries of professionals and the enthusiasm of fans, sports, whether for pleasure or profit, were here to stay. 110 feature story, by Frosty Mohn (right) Freshman Kandi O’Dell braves win tcr's cold to unwind while ice skating. (far right) Freshman Todd Miller glides along enjoying the free spirit sport of skate boarding. Thrill of victory (top-left) Preparing to advance to second, to be defeated by Fort Osage 6-5, is junior Rick Amos, (top-right) Helping out the Tig- er team is batboy Timmy Michael, (center) To be defeated by Blue Springs 5-4, Mitchell Sharp strolls across home, (top-center) At bat for a double against Blue Springs is se- nior Mitchell Sharp, (lower-center) Almost with his foot on base to be called safe is Bill Banning, only to be defeated by Fort Osage 6-5. (bottom-left) With form and de- termination, Frank Dowell heads for first trying to alter a F-'ort Osage victory, (bot- tom-right) Overlooking a game is head Coach Dick Michael (1). Also being a pitch- er for batting practice for the Kansas City Royals is the Tigers’ J.V. Coach Rich Ston- um. 112 bascball, by Debra Talley Experience -N before US 3 10 4 1 5 4 4 4 2 2 4 5 3 8 6 5 2 3 8 Varsity Baseball A THEM Raytown 4 Park Hill 3 Park Hill 8 Belton 11 Fort Osage 6 Blue Springs 6 St. Joe Central Platte City 5 Belton 0 Liberty 3 Ft. Osage 5 North K.C. 4 Oak Park 6 Blue Springs 9 Belton 2 Fort Osage Blue Springs 12 Liberty 13 Liberty 2 success Overall season record is 6-13 J Seasonal records and statistics have been written, the year is over, so base- ball players can only look back at many memories. Carrying a 6-13 seasonal record and 4-8 in conference. Coach Dick Michael “expected to have trouble winning” this season because he had good var- sity players with “no varsity experi- ence,” with the exception of two men returning from last year. Collecting 53 strike outs, a 2.83 earned run average, 3 wins, 34 runs produced, 23 hits, 4 home runs, 17 runs batted in and a .383 batting aver- age was senior pitcher Tom Freitag with a memorable season to look back upon. Senior Mitch Sharp, having a batting average of .333, added 52 total bases for the year with junior Chriss Williams contributing 40. Completing the season with a .961 Fielding average out of 106 plays was junior Larry Smoot. Members of Varsity and Junior Varsity base- ball teams are, (row' one) Bob Murphy, Larry Smoot, Don Moberly. Bill Banning, Todd Hamilton, Roger Siegel, Jeff Stafford, Tony Jones; (row two) Coach Rich Stonum, Rick Young, Craig Kennedy, Kurt Johnson, Rusty Norris, Tim Barton, George Smith, Rick Amos, Gary Woods, Tom Jones; (row three) Marc Cravens, Tom Freitag, Allen Villcrs, Roger Hurtubise, Jeff Woods, Frank Dowell, Chriss Williams, Randy Carr, Mitchell Sharp, Steve Greaves, head Coach Mr. Dick Michael. Not in picture is manager Allen Amos. by Debra Talley baseball 113 ■ IT ------- Place Varsity Boys Track No. of Teams INDOOR 3rd 3 Park Hill-Raytown 3rd 3 Grandview-Lee’s Summit 5th 6 Conference 5 th 13 OUTDOOR Carrollton Relays 8th 12 Chillicothe Relays 11th 13 Fort Osage Relays 4th 4 Center Quad 4th 11 Mules Relays 11 th 12 Blue Springs Relays 5 th 6 Conference 3rd 12 District Us Them DUAL MEETS 75 70 Belton 60 86 Blue Springs 59 87 Liberty 85 60 Fort Osage v J (above) Clearing the high jump bar for varsity points against Blue Springs is Mike Green. (right) Pat Edwards takes a hand-off from Mike Villers in the mile re- lay at District. (top) Passing the time telling stories while at District are: Kendall Davis, Mark Baxter, Andy Chari son, Donny Shields, and Pat Edwards. 114 boys track, by Roger Atkinson Distance was the strong point of the boys track team. The team’s most outstanding achievement, other than their third place District finish, was the number of records broken. Six records were broken and one was tied. New indoor records were: Mike Villers, Glen Barton, Jim Callaway. Jim Claypool mile medley relay, 3:54.7;Chris Marchini- 880, 2:01.5; Mike Villers. Mike Palier, Chris Marchini, Andy Charlson— Mile relay, 3:42.1. Tying the record for the 60 yd. dash was Glen Barton-6.7. Outdoor records were: Dan Turner high jump, 6’1”; Chris Marchini—2 mile run, 9:44.0, and mile run, 4:27.1. Of the cindermen qualifying for State, Chris Marchini placed fourth in the mile run with a new school record. Marchini also competed in the two mile. Other qualifiers were: John Norris discus; Mike Palier, Mike Villers, Chris Baldwin, Pat Edwards-mile relay; Andy Charlson 880; Ron Dickey—2 mile; Glen Barton—220. Six records fall Members of the track team are, front row: Mark Baxter, Harold Bran don, Glen Barton, Gary Hendley, Donny Shields, Andy Charlson, Ronnie Dickey, David Hayter (manager), Todd Howard (manager). Row two: Brad Link, Louis Kendrick, Mike Villers, Robert St. John. John Norris, Kendall Davis, Leo Galey, Mike Marchini, Mike Palier. Row three: Doug Hobbs, Chris Lethem, Tom Jamison, Mark Lewis, Jim Swearingen, Daniel Turner, Chris Baldwin, Mark Goode, Scott Falconer, Craig Jones. Row four: Jim Claypool, Mae Arthur, J.M. Courtney, Lewis Greenhagen, Sam Grubbs, Pat Edwards, Larry Barnes, Robbie Stark, Steve Lancaster. Row five: Jim Callaway, John Witt, Dennis Baker, Vince Vogler, Rodney Blackwell, Chuck Hayter, David Harden, Terry Hendley, Dale Stitt, Mark Lawrence. Row six: Coach Skip Foster, Coach Roger Stucki, Head Coach Bob Curtis, and Coach Nile Brown. Not pictured are: Robert Allen, Chris Marchini, and Darden Purgason. boys track, by Roger Atkinson 115 (right) Filling up at McDonald’s in Indepen- dence arc, clockwise, Debbie Ragar, Brenda Anderson, Cheryl McFadden, Kim Stark, Dianna Schreiman and Susan Orava. (below) Running the 440 yard run, Debbie Smith takes first in her heat at the JV Con- ference competition at Fort Osage. (right) Members of the girls track team are, first row: Head Coach Ken Fields, Laurie Hall, Debbie Ragar, Linda Dcxtrazc, Cindy Malbaff, Virginia Hedges, Penny McDaniel, Brenda Anderson, Brenda Wuttke, Asst. Coach Mary Shepard. Second row: Cindy Todd, Sherri Stewart, Cathy Dirck, Dawn Stalder, Candi O’Dell, Janet Wormslcy, Lu- Anna Wheeler, Terri Hampton, Denise Bueh- rer, Annette Hope. Third row: Susan Orava, Kim Stark, Glenda Smith, Robin Gorham, Viki Bonuchi, Terri Wrisinger, Teresa Jenk- ins, Cheryl McFadden, Marie Shea, Tammy Shipley. Fourth row: manager Julie Rounk- lcs, Elaine Houghton, Martha Watson, Marsha Still, Brenda Anderson, Barbara Goode, Sally Waller, Cathy Crist, Esther Smith, Jaleen Wormslcy. Fifth row: Patty Piburn, Paula Dooley, Laura Walker, Laura Mills, Cheryl Brown, Debbie Smith, Shari Foster, Janet Woods and Vicki Allen. Waiting for the Conference track meet to begin. Coach Fields runs down last-minute details. 116 girls track, by Lori Robb Girls Track Kearney Fort Osage St. Joe Central St. Joe Lafayette Belton Blue Springs Liberty 62 49 62 38 48 32 53 52 58 49 49 62 81 58 J Intense concentration pays off for Janet Woods as she takes fourth in the hurdles at the Conference track meet. Clearing the bar at 4’6 Susan Orava takes second at J.V. Conference. The gun sounds Nervously crouching in the starting blocks, members of the girls track team await the gun to sound the begin- ning of their race. The team compiled an overall record of 36-17. Five girls went to state: Lisa Brown, Robin Grorham. Debbie Ragar, Terri Wrising- er, and Brenda Wuttke, where they competed with 119 other teams. After the out-of-town meets, when a McDonald’s was nearby, Coach Fields opened all bus exits and let the hard-working competitors out to cure the mumbling and grumbling ot “I’m hungry!” Coming home from the Conference track meet held at Fort Osage, where J.V. took first and Varsity took sec- ond, Coach Fields made the remark, “the bus died.” He slowly pulled over to the shoulder near Liberty where the team waited impatiently entertaining themselves by singing songs, telling jokes, and talking about the week-ends to come. Sixty-five minutes later a bus came from Excelsior to continue their journey homeward. girls track, by Lori Robb 117 Conference title claimed— aqain After proving the Tigers were as good or better than most area schools, the golfers capped a “rewarding and exciting season” by winning the Dis- trict Tournament and placing ninth in State. Coached by Jim Lansford and Ron Cogdill, they compiled a dual meet record of 10-3-1, placed second in the William Jewell Invitational, and won their fifth straight conference championship. Earning All-Conference honors were Jim Knox and Dean Berry, first team; and Jeff Southwick and Roy Jackson, second team. Coach Lansford claimed the team has great potential and expects many things from them next year. The JV squad (left) includes: Mitchell Dick- ey, and George Brock (kneeling), and Jim McCullough, Rodney Holt, and Steve Holt. Tlte B-Team members (above) are, front: Steve Russell, Todd Bowles, and Paul Lane. Back: Carl Swope, Rick Lee, and Jeff Rash. Members of the varsity golf team include: Jeff Southwick, Captains Roy Jackson and Pat Burke (sitting), Steve Mills, Dean Berry, and Jim Knox. 118 golf, by Pat Klatt .7 w� Practicing for the upcoming State Tournament are junior Jeff Southwick (above) and senior co-captain Roy Jackson (right). At State, the Tigers claimed ninth place. Head golf coach Jim Lansford explains rules and scoring to golfers from Excelsior and Blue Springs. The Tigers won the match on both Varsity and JV levels. Warming up for Blue Springs is No. 1 JV man Pat Burke. He won his match, as did t JV. (T I I-SMS Varsity Golf i 158 ■ 158 Park Hill 149 1 154 O’Hara 1 167 1 167 Richmond 342 367 NKC 1 2nd | Win. Jewell Tourney I 170 1 166 Blue Springs 1 159 | 166 Center 1 155 1 158 Liberty 1 167 | 160 Central 1 158 | 161 Belton 1 153 | 167 Blue Springs 1 153 1 167 Center I 1st I District Tournament I 159 1 162 Liberty 8 150 174 Belton 1 163 | I 175 NKC I 1st | Conference 1 9th State V (low score wins) golf, by Pat Klatt 119 (right) Coach Bates, shielding himself from the cold, concentrates on his players game, (far right) Returning a lob against his Belton opponent is Mike Anderson performing in a well-played game. (above) Boys tennis team members are, first row: Larry Renick, Pat Grass, Tim McDaniel. Bob Boatwright, Paul Steen. Second row: Randy Hartman, Cliff Reed, Mike Anderson, Raymond Offoot, Sean Butler, Allen Love. Third row: Manager Lisa Harris, Steve Huey, Jim Pulse, Mark Snelling, Curtis Powell, Coach Bates. (right) While serving on a windy day, Curtis Powell aces a point from his Center opponent. 120 boys tennis, by Frosty Mohn Excelsior's answer to Wimbledon Excelsior got in the swing of things by the addition of a boys tennis team. Coach Jon Bates worked under the handi- cap of having to organize a team as well as play established area squads. Bui he felt fortunate to be the first boys tennis coach since he could establish his own policy and was not expected to produce a victorious season. Team leaders consisted of the number one, two and three players. These were seniors Pat Grass, Jim Pulse, and Curtis Powell. Although the Tiger netters lacked experience they had more than adequate facilities. School-owned courts guaranteed the team practice time and lights aided in those matches played before daylight savings time went into effect. Desires for organized tennis at the Middle School and within the summer recreation program were future priorities on Coach Bates’ schedule. While the size of the team was suitable to the number of courts available, it was hoped by the coach that more freshmen and sophomores would par- take in this fun new sport. if Boys Varsity Tennis Us Them 2 5 Richmond 1 4 North K.C. 3 2 Belton 2 3 Winnetonka 2 3 Hickman Mills 0 5 Truman 0 5 Center 0 5 Liberty- 0 4 Park Hill 4 1 Ruskin 0 S Oak Park 0 5 William Chrisman 0 3 Lee’s Summit 2 3 Grandview 2 3 Blue Springs Overall record 2-13 J boys tennis, by Frosty Mohn 121 Athletes see Kings Included in E-Club activities were an entry in the Home- coming parade and sponsoring the Freshman Basketball, Girls’ Volleyball, and E-Club Wrestling Tournaments. Mem- bers also attended a Kings basketball game. For those pledging for membership, initiation ranged from cleaning trophies and sweeping floors to parking cars, carrying books, or singing between classes. Members presented jackets to a deserving sports enthusi- ast, Mr. Raymond Filley; to the coach with seniority, Mr. Sam Shouse; to the Quarterback Club President, Mr. Donny Duncan; and to two contributors to youth sports in past years, Mr. Ray Pedigrew and Mr. Charlie Phipps. Sponsors were Mr. Sam Brown, Mr. Vic Bonuchi, and Mr. Jim Lansford. E-Club members include, front row: Susan Orava, Debbie Ragar, Bren- da Wuttke, Dawn Cooper, Lisa Brown, Brenda Anderson. Row two: Karla Dowell (secretary), Vicki Allen, Cindy Malbaff, Robin Williams, Laurie Hall, Venette Bowker, Janet Schreiman, Kim Stark, Betty Stockwell, Tim McDaniel, Mike Dickey. Row three: Brad Eales, Terry Sharp, Doug Hobbs, Mike Anderson, Virginia Hedges, Laura Walker, Sean Butler, Don Barney, Larry Renick. Row four: Pat Burke (vice- president), Ron Dickey (treasurer), Paul Houck, Roger Atkinson, Brent McElwee, Phil Niemeyer, Jim Claypool, Mike Palier, Chris Marchini, and Mark Palmer (president). 122 E-Club, by Roger Atkinson game (left) While cleaning trophies for initiation Jim Claypool talks to Mark Palmer, (top left) Keeping score at the E-Club Wrestling Tournament are, front table: Brent McElwee, Brad Eales, Mike Palier, Paul Emer- son, Pat Burke, Mike Stock. Rear table: Pat Klatt (wrestling statisti- cian), Khyl Buckalew, Pat Smith, Debbie Ragar. (top) Sean Butler and Terry Sharp rearrange their clothes for initiation, (above) Work- ing concessions during the Freshman Basketball Tournament are Chris Marchini, Ronnie Dickey, Mark Palmer, and Butch Reid. E-Gub, by Roger Atkinson 123 124 division, layout by Susan Grace copy by Mark Sterling (top) New railing in front of West serves as a meeting place for friends, like Brad O’Dell and Dcena Malay. (above) Important companionship for many students is provided by pets. iri «dims am iiroas®— Differences among cliques that existed may have seemed many, but one characteristic was common to all-friendship. Talking on the phone, sitting together in class and at lunch, getting the assignment missed yesterday were the ex- pected benefits out of being pals. Many liked the assurance that besides being a companion, a friend was an ally in an argument and a confidant when having trouble with a boyfriend, girlfriend or parents. One “friend” (found in the form of a cat, dog, rabbit, horse or other member of the animal kingdom) could always be counted on to listen and not interrupt, and tolerate the kaleidoscope of moods everyone went through. Although a person wanted to be “one of the gang” in fashions worn or entertainment attended, each individual had to determine values and morals that concurred with the crowd as well as kept within the bounds of his own con- science. Essentially, each had to develop his own interests— to find an image. (top left) Helping each other on a History report are Gene Whitney and Tom Mouser. The first snow day of the year gave Rick Amos, Shari Williams, Frank Dowell and Janet Amos a chance to get together. layouts by Susan Grace, division 125 copy by Mark Sterling Security guard at Worlds of Fun. Miss Gail Gabrielson was chosen employce-ofthe-monih in July and awarded fifty dol- lars. Here she communicates with other security guards. Enjoying square dance calling lead Mr. Ron Cogdill to parti- cipate in Spirit Week by calling the square dance. Marlyn Atkinson: general science, biology. Science club sponsor. B.A. Connie Couts: home ec. foods. FHA sponsor. B.S. Jesse Baird: driver ed.. Am. survey, citizenship. Freshman class sponsor. B.A. and M.A. Bob Curtis: gen math. Algebra I, Freshman class sponsor. Track coach and fresh- man basketball coach. B.S. and MS. Jon R. Bates: lit. survey, speech, communications, writing seminar. Boys tennis coach, asst, wrestling coach. B.S. Mike Davidson: P.E., Sophomore class sponsor. Football coach, girls basketball coach. B.S. Bob Bolin: Art I, II, III. Art club sponsor. B.S. Cynthia Dotson: Music Wyman A.M. Girls Glee P.M. B.S. Donna Bolin: Comp. I. lit, sur- vey, writing semi- nar. Freshman class sponsor. B.S. Ralph Edwards: general science. Science club spon- sor. freshman foot- ball coach. B.S. Vic Bonuchi P.E. W restling coach. M.A. Ms. Sharon A. Eiker: Art I. Fresh- man class sponsor. BS. Cindy Brown: gen. bus., typing. Sopho more class sponsor. B.S. Karen K. Entwistle: Speech I, Drama I. stagecraft, makeup. costume, acting directing. Plays and drama club sponsor. B.A. Mrs. Gail Brown: Comp. 1,11,111, Am. Nobel Prize winners, cadet teachers. FT A sponsor. B.S. Kenneth Fields: typing, shorthand girls track, cross country coach B.A. 126 faculty, by Dianna Stever Besides teaching five days a week faculty had many talents that lay hidden until precious leisure hours. After the bell rang at 3:10. most instructors spent an average of one to four hours on school- relatcd-projccts. For most, enjoying hobbies was not a matter of having the leisure time to do it in. but of MAKING the time. One teacher remarked. Are you kidding? What spare time? Several faculty members who did find spare time enjoyed gardening. Hying, attending auctions, read- ing. sewing, motorcycling, drawing, camping, and refinishing furniture. Mr. Bob Bolin liked to go out a lot and Mrs. Karen I ntwistle got enjoyment out of playing the autoharp. Others just enjoyed staying at home with their families. Nile Brown: Am. pres., citizenship. Sophomore foot- ball coach, asst, track coach, foot- ball head scout. B.A.. M.A. Robert Fine: Voc. drafting. V1CA sponsor. B.S. Sam Brown: p.e. E- Club sponsor. Foot- ball coach, soph, basketball coach. B.A. Gail Gabrielson: Am. Wan I. Mo.history, national government hist, biographies, ex- floralion to reconst, unior class sponsor. B.S. and M.S. Margaret Buell health occupations. Sandra Givens: Span. I. mythology, folklore, grammar, novels, short stories. Radio program spon sor. B.A. and M.A Jan Burns: work study. B.S. Micheal Campbell: distributive ed. A.S. and B.S. Gerri Clark: work study. B.A., M.A. Frank Griffin: Al- gebra I 11.gen. math. Science club sponsor. B.S. Ronald Cogdill: Algebra II.. trig., analytic geometry, elementary func- tions. advanced algebra. Asst, golf coach. B.S. and M.S. Susan Hannah: speech correction. B.S. William Cogdill: electronics. Nancy Hall: Am. Lit., poetry, school pub., Journalism I. II. III. Photo. I. II. Yearbook, news- per. Quill and roll sponsor. B.S and M.A. Gene Gooding: band, boys glee. East West concert choir. B.M.E. and M.M. William F. Greaves: citizenship, anc. civilizations, modem European history, world biographies. Soph, class sponsor. B.S. and M.A. faculty, by Dianna Stever 127 Linda Hoel Span- ish II. Ill: French 1.11. Ill;lnt Gub. Senior Gass sponsor. B.S.E. Frcida House: Fast High Coun- selor; Big Bro- ther Big Sister sponsor. M.A., B. A. Bill lluls: Soci- ology. Psych.. Geo .. Fcort; Se- nior Class spon- sor. B.S.ED. Beth Humphreys: Reading; Drill Team Sponsor. B.S.E. Larry Jones: Ps ch.. Sociolo- gy. West. Move- ment. Am. Col- on.. Am. Wars II; Junior Gass spon sor. B.A. Susan Jones: P.E.; Girls Ten- nis Coach. B.A.. M.S. Gary VL Kennedy Ret Merch. Typ- ing I, II. Book- keeping; Senior Gass sponsor. B.S. Jim Lansford: Phys. Science: E- Gub. Science Math club spon- sor. Golf Coach. as.. M.S. Martllyn M. Lanv ford: Mixed Cho- rus. Girls Glee, Theory I. II. Na- tional Honor So- ciety sponsor. Musk coordina- tor. musical co- director. B.A.. M.A. Ann Riley II. A I. Design. Family Relations. Family Management. Goth. I. II; FHA. Junior Class spon- sor. B.S.E. Susan Rose: Wr. Seminar, Lit Survey. B.S. Dianne Schuetz: St Skills. Short Stories, Novels; Sophomore Class sponsor. B.A. John Shepherd: P.L; Athletic Di- rector; Basketball Coach. B.A.. M.S. Mary Lamb Shep- herd: P.F., Health; Sophomore Class sponsor. B.A. Janie Snider: Li- brary assistant Bill Stocklas General Shop. Woodworking; I reslunan Class sponsor. B.S. Oliver Stolz: West High Coun- selor; Student Council sponsor. B.S.. M. I d. Gene Stuckey: Alg. I. II. Basic Math. Drafting. B.S. 128 faculty, by Susan Conner (extreme left) Practicing photography in her spare time, Mrs. Karen Entwistle captures na- ture from different angles, (left) f requently seen jogging around the Excelsior area, Mr. Ken Fields and Mr. Roger Stucki get in prac- tice for future competition in marathons dur- ing the summer months. (bottom) Touring the U.S. on motorcycle, Mrs. Ann Riley finds harmony on a bike out in the country. Dave Lovelace: J.B. Martin: Auto Jim Merando: (ieometry. Alge- bra II; Student Council sponsor. Dick Micheal; P.F. West view and East High; Varsity Baseball Coach. B.A., Bill Mordue: Dr. Education; Building safety JoAnn Morris: Office Occupa- tions; 1 BLA sponsor. B.S.. Linda Myrick: P.E., Health. Lanny Norris: Air Conditioning. Mike Reece. An- thropology. Citi- zen, Sophomore Class sponsor. Carpentry. Mechanics. B.S.. M.S. M Ed. coordinator. B.S. M.A. B.A.. B.S. Refrigeration. as. Roger Stucki: Physics. Chemis- try. Geometry. Basic Math; Ju- nior Claw spon- sor, cross coun- try asst, track Coach. B.S., MS. Holly Tear: Li- brarian. B.S., MLS. Van Wayne Ward: Comp. II. Ct. Writing. Lnglish Lit.. Shakespeare; Senior Class, Ren- dezvous club sponsor, musical co-director. B.A., M.A. Charlene Wisniew- ski: Zoology, Ecology, Biology, Human PhyL; Ju- nior Class, Sci- ence Math Club sponsor. B.S.E.. M.S.E. Lou Wisniewski: Dr. Education; National Honor Society sponsor. Fresh nun Foot- ball, Eighth grade Basketball Coach. B.S.. SLS. Marvin W right: Trades and Indus- tries; VICA spon- sor. Sharon Foster: Substitute Librar- ian West. I ranees Merando Algebra I, Basic- Math. (Picture not available) faculty, by Susan Conner 129 (top) Celebrating bis birthday at a party giv- en by the faculty, Mr. Richard Hyder, prin- cipal, cuts a cake given “To the Big Cheese.” (right) Mr. Ramon Bartlett, vice-principal, and his son show the horse that they like to ride at their home, (above) Mr. Roy Smith, Vo-tech principal, works on a report for the State Department. West remains incomplete 130 administration, by Rcnac Schmitz (left) Helping Debbie Malone, senior, with markups and markdowns for retail merchan- dizing, is Mr. Harry Young, Votcch place- ment directer. (below) School board mem- bers are (clockwise from bottom) Mr. James Olson, Mrs. Martha Jarman, Mr. Joe Grace, Reverend Earl McElwee, Mrs. Betty Thomp- son and Reverend Edwin Shelton. In the center, Superintendent Ted Rcdhair and Mrs. I ricda House, East counseler, at the school board’s faculty Christmas reception. Not pictured is Assistant Superintendent Cleo Garrett. The school board convened the first Monday of every month to form- ulate district policies, employ person- nel to administer policies, and periodi- cally evaluate the effectiveness of the programs. They also met nearly every Monday in January to allocate a school budget for the upcoming year. The board members tried to serve the par- ents and taxpayers of the district. Mr. Jim Olson, school board mem- ber, stated that, “It seems money is the one thing everybody needs and our district is no exception as we at- tempted to find the revenue to com- plete our high school facilities. If we could have obtained federal funds to aid us, and if the voters would have approved a bond issue, we could not only have done this but also expanded our facilities at other levels, notably the vocational school and elementary level.” Mr. Ted Redhair, superintendent, stated, that when West was built we didn’t finish some of the areas with the intention of adding on later.” The adding of a 32.000 foot gym and 19,000 square feet of home economics, shop and band classrooms would have made the school complete. Excelsior asked for 10% of the $9,000.000 granted to Missouri by the Public Works Capital Development program but was turned down. administration, by Renae Schmitz 131 $4million maintains Every day students entered the school expecting to find the building in perfect running order with lights, heating and, of course, a staff of peo- ple to instruct and aid in the whole operation of the school day. In providing for equipment, food, salaries and other necessities, the dis- trict expenditures totaled an approxi- mate $4,176,276. This amount was divided into 13 separate areas, with custodial supplies and salaries alone totaling an approximate $267,600 and food services adding up to nearly $207,000. At the Vocational Building Mr. Har- ry Young became Job Development and Placement Coordinator. His job was to place vocational students in jobs that best suited them. Mrs. Donna Cooper, new to the ESHS school sys- tem, was hired as his secretary. With this addition to the school, the system 132 staff, by Rcnac Schmitz (upper left) Mrs. Betty Slote works at the Vocational School as the office secretary, tallying absentees and doing secretarial work for the director’s office, (upper right) Mrs. Nancy Dickey, West secretary, tries out her green thumb on some of her many plants, (above) Hammers and screwdrivers were the common tools of Mr. Jim Clark. West cus- todian, as he worked on one of the many jammed lockers of the year. He also spent a lot of time on the West High roof patch- ing leaks, (right) Mr. Tom McKown, cus- todian at East; Mrs. Wanda Merritt. Mrs. Ruth Clevenger, and Mrs. Mary Quinn, cooks at East, all take a rest before the early lunch rush. (above right) Mrs. Barbara Woods, secretary for both East and West, tries to find a stu- dent’s phone number to check on an absen- tee. (above center) Taking care of the snack bar is the responsibility of Mrs. JoAnn Clev- enger while Mrs. Claudine Berry keeps the books and serves the noon meal at West, (left) Keeping bees and cake baking fill East secretary Mrs. Judy Wormsley’s spare mo- ments. system was able to harmonize the students' goals and interests into jobs they were trained for. The Vocational School was also able to keep continuous rec- ords of students’ progress in the years to come. When the staff left the building for the day and turned to their home fronts, they continued to produce- harmonizing work, hobbies, and home lives into daily routines. BUDGET EXPENDITURE DISTRIBUTION PER TAX DOLLAR Administration: Office of the superintendent salaries, sup- plies and expenses $ 02 Instruction: Certificated salaries, supplies, expenses, library, materials, textbooks.........................................63 Health Services: Nurses’ salaries, supplies and expenses...... Pupil Transportation: Contract transportation, fuel, upkeep of district retirement and social security payments..................... 05 Food Services: Cafeteria salaries, supplies and equipment. .. .05 Operation of Plant: Custodial salaries, supplies and utilities.....06 Maintenance of Plant: Maintenance salaries, supplies, replace- ment of equipment and contracted services......................................03 Fixed Charges: Insurance, district retirement and social security payments.................................... • • ......... Student Activities: Athletic program and all school activities.......03 Community Services: Adult education and crossing guards’ salaries........................................ • •........... Capital Outlay: Construction, building sites, furniture, new equipment, instructional apparatus.................................. 01 Debt Service: Payment of building bonds and interest...........05 Payment Between Districts: Tuition payments to other districts for resident students................................................... ♦Less than $.01 the fractions were corrected to the nearest whole cent. staff, by Renac Schmitz 133 Laura Abbott Wanda Abrams Marsha Adams Kelly Alexander Tracy Allen Janet Amos Brenda Anderson Harold Anderson Marla Atkinson Kirby Backues Janet Baker Lonnie Baldwin Cindy Ball Jeff Ballinger Robert Barnes Rebecca Barton Melody Beckwith Roger Bender Jeana Bennett Sara Berning Mike Berry Sharlyn Berry Kevin Bills Caroline Bisbcc Dcwayne Bishop Rodney Blackwell Bobby Boatwright Mcllisa Bocschcn Viki Bonuchi Mark Box James Brandon Susan Bratton Shicla Brewer Tod Brewer Theresa Brockcrt Jeff Brower Angela Brown Debora Brunke Tim Buckallew Sharon Buckley Elizabeth Burke Shelly Carder William Carter Carla Chaney Kevin Check David Childs Tammy Clemens Brenda Clevenger Glenn Clevenger Robin Coleman Perry Covert Mark Cravens Judith Crippcn Terri Crowley Raymond Cunningham Linda Curry Sheila Daglcy Alan Darnell 134 frcshmen, by Lisa Link Freshmen meet demands lor years ahead AA Rhonda Davidson Betty Davis David Davis f-0.? Ronald Davis Marsha Day Deborah Decker Aft Kevin Dockery Dale Dorsey Linda Dorsey AK fl Deborah Due James Dumas Pamela Ealcy ■unit 3 ’ John Easley Diann Eastburn Patrick Edwards Freshmen were in the first step of a four year high school project. Over the summer most had gained an awareness of the opposite sex and when school started it provided them with the oppurtunity to attend high school activities togeth- er. Everything at East was new and foreign to them. On the first day of school they were constantly having to adjust but also they were changing others as well. The main problem most of them had was falling up stairs and going to the wrong classes. Freshmen continue other activities after a day of school. freshmen, by Lisa Link 135 i pirit week seemed to be one of the funniest events that happened to the freshmen. Everything was in a mass confusion and the freshmen were not sure what to do. There were other exciting events, such as a couple boys who said that they got caught smoking and anothei said the funniest thing for him was when he got caught skipping. Although this did not represent the views of the entire class, it just goes to show the difference of personalities among the freshmen. Most seemed to like school because of the different people and teachers. Then again others went just because they had to. Arthur Endsley Peggy Erisman Carla Falcn John Fcrguscn Gail Ferril Randy Finley Angela Fisher Lisa Floyd Tony Forte Cathy Foste Jerry Frank Jim Franklin LceAnn Frye Leanna Fuchs Kcely Galbol Karen Galey Kelly Gee Brenda Giddcns Valerie Gladden Barbara Goode Carol Gooding Robin Gorham Fred Grayson Steve Greaves Larry Griffin Michael Griffing Sandra Grisham Dean Grosshans Sam Grubbs Chriss Hale Michael Hall Russell Hamer Stephanie Hampton Terri Hampton Cindy Happy David Harden Kelly Harrison Larry Harrison Charles Haytcr Christine Hedges Terry Hendley Terry Hightower Stacey Hiskey 136 frcshmcn, by Lisa Link Jerry Hodges Tammy Holman Mikki Holt Phillis Holt Ben Holtzclaw Connie Houghton Elaine Houghton Jeff Howard Julie Huey Doug Hughes Michael Hurshman Mike Hurshman Clyde Irby Paula Jackson Theresa Jenkins Kurt Johnson Angela Jones Marsha Jones Tommy Jones David Kane Karen Keeton Paula Kerns Alan Kiefer Michelle Klicnbcck Janet Knipker Jennifer Knox Scott Knudsen Freshmen head east During Spirit Week Wanda Abrams shows her spirit by dressing as an Indian. Also pictured are Patty Piburn, Marsha Adams, and Shelly Rice. freshmen, by Lisa Link 137 Lance Kramer Denise Kukowski Pam La brie Steve Lancaster Paul Lane Tina LaSala Mark Lawrence Richard Ledford John Lee Tammy Lewis Ronnie Lichtc Susan Lingle Elaine Loftin David Loomis Darrell Loveland Sharon Lyod Mark McCoy Vickie McFaddcn Sean McGonigle Steve McNamara Sherry McPeak Midge McWhorter Tom Mallory Barbara Malone Kathy Manely Cheryl Martin Mary Masters Lisa Mathison Kelly Mayfield Melissa Millen- tree Jonna Miller Tod Miller Kendall Mills Sherry Millsap James Mitchell Loretta Moran Terry Morphis Jill Muns Robert Murphy Charles Murray Doug Murray Bud Naylor Debbie Neff Karen Niemeyer John Noblct Russell Norris Kandi O’Dell Shawn Odle Sharon O’Leary Shawn Ortncr Mark Owens Jesse Palmer Paul Palmer Tim Parks Tim Parsons Veronica Partridge Charles Patrick Kevin Peebles Lonnie Pittijohn Patricia Piburn Becky Platten- burg Ron Prewitt Kellie Proctor Anthony Propst Allen Quinn Frank Rash Diana Rhodes Shelly Rice Renny Ripe Robin Rittman Martin Ross Tammy Ross Cecile Round Joe Routh Steve Russell Tom St. John James Sampson Karla Scobcc Teresa Scoma Sherry Scott Emery Seek John Seidl Teresa Sellers Connie Sharp Leland Sharp Gail Shclor Jerry Shelton Gary Shoemaker Larry Shoemaker Janelle Short 138 freshmcn, by Lisa Link Freshman class officers are Teresa Jenkins (treasurer), Michelle Klienbeck (president), Terri Crowley (vice-president). Tiffany Wright (secretary). Freshmen sell food Freshmen had many money-making projects, including the usual projects of working concession stands and cleaning up the field after a game. In addition they had different pro- jects such as selling finger foods during lunch sections. These consisted of cup cakes, cookies, and brownies. Also the freshmen did housework and yard work to earn extra money. Some of the money they brought in went on the makings of their float, while the rest went in their treasury. freshmen, by Lisa Link 139 Dale Stitt Chris Stock Cherlyn Stone Sue Swcarington Carl Swope Mike Tackett John Talbott Pam Taylor Steve Taylor David Tccgarden Nathan Templeton Sheila Thompson Suzann Titus Cindv Todd James Todd Robin Tyra Robert Vassmer Shaun Vassmer Robert Volgcr Karen Walldrop Carolyn Wanger Stanley Ward Marty Warren Martha Watson Brad Wellman Lance Whclchel Alisa White Bob White James Williams Robyn Williams Shari Williams Tammy Williams Beverli Wilson Brad Wilson Ronald Wilson 140 Frcshmen, by Lisa Link Jeff Silvey Sherri Sipes James Sisson Dana Skiljan Kathy Slater Kelly Smart Glenda Smith Mark Smith Sandra Smith Kenny Sommcrficld Gary Spear Steve Sperbeck Kellie Spor Jeff Stafford David Stalder Robby Stark Walter Starnes Janet Stewart Sherri Stewart Marsha Still Terry Winslow Pam Wise John Witt Roger Woods Patty Woodsmall Lance Workman Jaleen Wormslcy Tiffany Wright Teresa Wrisinger Bonnie Adams Leslie Adams Coy Fields Steve Finley Dwayne Martin Kicked out of class. Mark Smith serves time in the auditorium lobby. Hobbies fill spare moments In between classes Missy Jones stops for a quick drink. Freshmen had many different hob- bies they liked to do in their spare time. A few collected stamps and old coins. But the most popular pastimes seemed to be swimming, riding horses and running. The biggest instrumental pastimes were playing guitar and piano A lot of guys enjoyed working on and riding motorcycles, along with some girls who enjoyed sewing or knitting. Freshmen, by Lisa Link 141 Sophs carhop for cool cash Working at Sonic, sophomores started out the year by bringing in over SI 75. Assuming the role of car hops, the class of ’79 had the respon- sibility of getting the right order to the right car, counting out change and hustlin’ for tips, on a cold, rainy day. Later they finished the task by picking up trash. J.C. Baker Chris Baldwin Bill Bancroft Bill Banning Cezanne Barnett Michelle Barney Barbara Barney Donald Barney Tim Barton Dwayne Bashaam Dean Berry Stacey Blankenship Mike Bollinger Jim Boston Tonya Boston Vennettc Bowker Todd Bowles Cissy Boyce Brenda Brailey Brenda Branson Janella Briggs 142 sophomores, by Janet Head Shauna Acklin Sherry Adams Brenda Anderson Jeff Anderson Fred Anderson Carl Anderson Mac Arthur George Brock Patsy Brockcrt Lisa Brown Mary Brunke Beth Buckallcw Rona Burchett Shawn Burke Susan Burt Gina Bush Jrm Callaway Benita Carpenter Craig Carr Randy Carr Charles Carroll Jeff Cates Charles Chaney Danny Chaney Janet Claypolc Jim Clay pool Carla Clevenger Pam Clevenger Getting an order together in hopes of a tip at Sonic is Cheryl MeFadden. Dawn Cooper J. M. Courtney Debbie Cox Susie Cohoon David Colvin Gailya Conley Monty Cox Jennifer Crawford Jonna ('reason Cathy Crist Michelle Cunningham Kim Curtis Susan Cyrus John Dady Debbie Dagley Carl Daniels Lisa David Bill Davidson Cheryl Davolt Diana Dowell Kathy Dirck Mitchell Dickey Steve Dravenstott Greg Dunagan Barry Duncan Karen Dye Roger F.asley Rose Easley Tammy Edwards Mark Eldredge Rick Essig John Eubanks Rose Ewing Venetta Ewing Scott falconer Johnnie Ferguson Rickie Fields Lisa Filley Michael Findley Mark Flood Willie Foster sophomores, by Janet Head 143 VVc 'vc got the spirit Slow dancing at the Spirit Week sockhop are Janet Shreiman and Dean Berry, (right) Taking time out from their fields to go to school arc farmers Diane Shreiman, Craig Jones and Lisa Harris. Clowns, farmers, gangsters and cow- boys were seen roaming around the halls of East High School as the sopho- mores participated in spirit week. After a year of being number two the sopho- mores decided to do something about it. It was tight competition, but the class of ’79 was determined to come out on top. And did when they re- ceived the Spirit Stick, Oct. 20. Tammy Garbison Kelly Gately Kathy Godscy Jana Goodrich Mark Goode Susie Gray Carol Hampton John Hannah Lisa Harris Michael Harris Randy Hartman Sara Head Teresa Heavclow Kathy Hedrick Connie Henderson Jay Henson Kenny Hightower Windy Hiskey 144 sophomorcs, by Janet Head Johnnie Griggs Tom Grubbs Lori Gulley Pam Halbcrstadt Giuck Hall Todd Hamilton Doug Hobbs Sara Holbrook Lanny Holman Ranny Holman Guy Holt Gifford Holt Rodney Holt Larry Holtzclaw Karen Houghton Rick Houghton Pam Huey Alicia Hurtabise Lynn Jackson Jami Jamison Tom Jamison Jana Jaudon Jerry Jesse Richard Jewell Craig Jones Hiram Jones Tony Jones Gary Kelly Lewis Kendrick Ronda Kilgore Susan Knudson Giris Koehler Kelly Kohl Connie Lake Rick Lammert Debbie Lasser Tammy Latin Rick Lee Giris Leathern David Lewis Mark Lewis Susan Ligon Sheldon Linhcart Brad Link Penny Litle Debbie Loomis Jim Looney Tracy Looney Brenda Love John Lynch Beverly McCormack Jerry Mael Lisa Malay Joyce Martin sophomores, by Janet Head 145 inflation hits rings “How much did yours cost?” “We finally got ’em.” “Let me see yours.” “What month is that?” These are only a few of the comments that came from sophomores when the class rings arrived Dec. 17. Career day proved to be a iearmng experience on Oct. 27 as sophomores took a bus to downtown Kansas City’s convention center. People from Hall- mark, the South Western Bell Tele- phone Company and others were there to talk to students about their futures. Showing off new class rings are Lisa Brown and Lisa Filley. Pat Matson Lois McCrary Jim McCullough Tim McDaniel Charles McFadden Cheryl McFaddin Chris McGinness Susan McKown Michelle McNamara Helen Mcnsing Jean Mensing Danny Meredith Vaughn Mercer Lisa Miller Michelle Miller Eugene Milsap Donny Moberly Rodney Moore Bill Moran Lynn Morgan Marsha Morgan 146 sophomores, by Janet Head One of the biggest projects for the sopho- mores is the Variety Show. Here, officers plan the event. They arc Tammy Edwards, vice-president; Lisa Malay, president; Janet Schreiman, secretary; Michelle McNamara, treasurer. Sharon Mullikin Bruce Mullin Terry Naylor Anne Noblet Debbie O’Dell Dennis O’Dell Karen Olsen Robert Olsson James Overman Julie Owens Mike Palier Kevin Patrick Cindy Penrod Jim Perry Glen Perryman Chris Pigg Cathy Plattenburg Velvet Pope Steven Porter Sherry Powell Mark Ragar Brenda Rash Robbie Raulie Ruby Ray Joe Reece CUff Reed John Reeves Roberta Reeves Beverly Reid Butch Reid Susan Rydings Everette Rimmer David Robinson Lisa Rogers John Rohde Carol Roos Balinda Rowan Randy Roy Stephanie Russell Becky Samborski Shelly Sandy Daryl Satterfield Bob Schley Randy Schoonover Diane Schreiman Janet Schreiman Scott Schultz Mark Sexton Robert Shade sophomores, by Janet Hcad 147 Going places without smiling faces Doris Shea Becky Shelton Bob Shemwell Rhonda Simpson Diana Sims Keith Sisk Margo Sloan Rick Sloan Debbie Smith Roger Smith Joe Spear Dawn Stalder Mark Stanley Kim Stark Paul Steen Jeff Stephan Teresa Stephens Jane Sterling Mary Stevens Steve Stewart Betty Stockwell Sally Waller Bobby Wanger Debbie Ward Tcrrie Watson Chriss Williams Becky Wilson Kathy Wilson Barb Stolz Jim Swcaringin Vicki Swearingin Todd Taillon Cheryl Teat Tim Teat Tracy Terrell Mike Thacker Daniel Turner Tabitha Turner Mike Villers Terry Vincent Melissa Walter Sue Walters Tammy Winfree Monte Wise Bill Weant Leslie Wehr Phillip Wollard Kyle Woods Dennis Woodsidc 148 sophomores, by Janet Head Braces were just one of the features that enhanced some sophomore faces. When they found out that they would be deprived of the whites of their teeth soon, some concealed their smiles and others were good sports when snide re- marks were given to them like “Tin Grin” and “Metal Mouth.” Braces were of great difficulty when trying to eat steak and other fine foods especially after wires were tightened. Chewing gum was nearly impossible. And sometimes when the braced face sneezed, friends had to dodge flying rubber bands. The cost to the parents of metal mouths ran between $100 and $1200. Those who endured the average two years struggle with braces could con- sole themselves with the knowledge that: one, they had one of the most expensive mouths in the school; two, they were examples of the story of the ugly duckling; and three, afterwards they could let the smile shine on. Luanna Wheeler Becky Wilhite Larry Workman Janet Wormsley Brenda Wuttke Lois Young Mark Zupka (top) Michelle Miller smiles as the orthodon- tist checks to see how her teeth are lining up. (left) After struggling through his noon meal, Terry Hightower chats with friends. sophomores, by Janet Head 149 Does anybody have change for a ten dol- lar bill?” “Are you kidding? We don’t even have change for a dime!?” “Half time starts in two minutes, and we’re out of hot dog buns!?” “Sir, did you want 3 candy bars, 5 pepsi’s, 2 popcorns or was it 3 pop- corns, 5 pepsi’s and 4 candy bars?” While the fans were thoroughly psyched up by the Richmond vs. Tigers game, devoted Juniors exper- ienced the frustrations of operating football concessions, Oct. 8. Enterprising classmates were on their toes that evening to earn mon- ey for prom. Hand-clapping, foot-stomping Marsha Mc- Clendon and Kay Gillis gather spirit week points by attending a pep rally. Wendy Abbott David Adair David Adams Kimberly Aiello Vicki Allen Rick Amos Kendra Anderson Mike Anderson Doug Arnold Roger Atkinson Tasha Ayers Paula Bahlmann Cheryl Bailey James Baker Carla Ballinger Stephane Barnett Rodney Baxter Shane Beckwith Teresa Beckwith Debbie Bonuchi Pam Borchert Janet Bosley Tonya Bowles Tlainc Brehm Cynthia Brewer Cathy Brown Cheryl Brown Curt Buckman Denise Buehrcr Ronnie Burton Scan Butler Carrie Carr Cheryl Carter Randy Ca .zell Kevin Cazzell Jeff Cedar 150 juniors, by Decna Malay Concessions confuse class Debbie Chaney Vicki Childs Ron Claus Pam Clevenger Kim Clevenger Cindy Clinton Brad Coats Larry Coats Dale Cohoon Susan Conner Mike Cook Gary Covey Pam Cowling Robert Cox Billie Crippen Michelle Curry Kendall Davis Lisa Davis Kelly Davison Laurie Delano Michael Dickey Scott Dickey Paula Dooley Prank Dowell Nancy Duncan Brad Laics Pat Edwards Jim Eide Sharon Eldredge Carol Elmore Cathy Ferrell Cris Fine Coby Firth Scott Fisher Shari Foster John Franklin Linda Franklin Gale Gakle Leo Galey Kathy Garnett Kay Gillis Kelli Gooding Tammy Gosnell Steve Graham Becky Greaves David Griffin Julie Gross Dennis Gulley Randy Guy Laurie Hall Chris Hamer Lonnie Hardy Billy Haworth Janet Head Vanessa Henderson Randy Hendricks juniors, by Dcena Malay 151 Junior spirit 60€s west Although the class of ’78 over the summer had lost a number of students interested in school activities, they were still hanging in there during Spirit Week activities. Spilled koolaid, magic markers, and wall-to-wall poster board covered the floor as juniors prepared to decorate the Halls at West, which so far had been unaccustomed to such thorough treatment. Friday, Oct. 12, points were totalled with sophomores pulling ahead by only two-tenths of a point and winning the battle for the spirit stick. Vet the Juniors were not totally shut out. By raising $140.48 they won the Gridiron Giant competition. Questioning looks shape the faces of Terry McKown, Jill Rounkles, Debbie Ragar and Susan Conner, as they create poster ideas. Dennis Henson Ronda Hightower Troy Holman Tammy Holman Annette Hope Eugene Hornsby Steve Huey James Huffstutler Roger Hurtubise Brenda Jackson Sandy Jenkins Kerry Johnston Angela Jones Liz Jones Peggy Jones Teresa Jones Bernard Kane Kent Kappmeyer 152 juniors, by Deena Malay R. C. Keeton Steve Kelley Suzan Key Barbara King Jill King Pat Klatt Jim Knox Tim Knudsen Becky Kroush Perry Langdon Wayne Leardi David Lester Randy Ligon Steve Ligon Lisa Link Steve Loethen James Loftin Bob Loomis Alan Love Danny Loveland David Lynch Scott McCarroll Kathy McCoy Kent McElwee Scott McGee Terry McKown Marsha McLendon Mac McMillan Gay McNary Deena Malay Kurt Manley LeAnn Mansell Michael Marchini Ron Marrant Jim Martin Rick Mercer Debbie Meredith Tammy Miller Rodney Millcntree Laura Mills Steve Mills Kathy Monnig Sharon Moore Terry Muns Denise Murray John Norris Bea O’Dell Jon O’Dell Pam Offield Raymond Offoot James Oligschlaeger Susan Orava Keith Ousley Rodney Partridge Melanie Payne Keith Piercy Tony Prewitt Laura Prosser Darden Purgason Debbie Ragar Mike Rambo Kathy Rash juniors, by Deena Malay 153 Mew twist to bi event When time came for planning prom, a new committee was added-the junior executive committee. Traditionally the president of the Junior Class and interested volunteers had planned the annul event. But this year to get things roll- ing, president Michael Dickey chose 30 students from the class and sponsor Mrs. Wisniewski randomly selected 15 out of the 30. This method of selection brought with it great controversy. Many active students that would have volun- teerd their services felt that the biased selection cut them out of their class’s activities. The initial purpose of this committee was to select a band for the dance. To open up the planning of prom to other students, committees such as decorating, refreshment, printing tickets, and deciding the location were created. Even with all the problems, prom turned out to be a big event with a new location-the historic Elms Hotel, which was decorated festively for the occassion. Junior class officers are Michael Dickey, president; Susan Conner, vice-president; Shari Foster, secretary; and Sharon lildrcdgc, trea- surer. Candi Rea Kenton Reed Larry Renick Randy Reynolds Lori Robb James Rolls Roger Roth Jill Rounkles Kathy Rythcr Shannon Sagar Mark St. John Robert St. John Roy Sams Dixie Saxton Renac Schmitz Tom Schmitz Scott Shade Jamie Sharp Doug Sharp Terry Sharp Scott Shaul Marie Shea Tammy Shipley Jerry Simmons Gail Slayton Sheila Sloan Barry Smith 154 juniors, by Decna Malay Brian Smith Ester Smith Pat Smith Larry Smoot Mark Snapp Jeff Southwick Karen Sperbcck Ray Steen Jimmy Stephens Dianna Stcver Glen Stitt Jay Stock Frank Stodgell Steve Stolz Kathy Swanson Brenda Swope Keith Sykes Jeanne Talley Sherry Taylor Jackie Teegarden Nancy Thompson Craig Thompkins Roycc Troutman Tim Trowbridge Patricia Vassmer Allen Villcrs Bill Vincent Gary Vroom Clarence Wait Laura Walker Danny Walters Bill Watkins John Watson Donna White Michelle White Gene Whitney Sonra Williams Ester Wilson Pam Wilson Sharon Wollard Gary Woods Richard White Janet Woods Rhonda Woods Lynn Wright Johnny Zuklin Bill Morgan juniors, by Decna Malay 155 NANDY ADAMS: Pep Club 10; FBLA secretary 1 2; J.A. 11; crew, “Secret Affairs of Mildred Wild 9. DAVID AIELLO JAY ASHWORTH RICK BARKER CRAIG BARNETT: FootbaU 9,10; Basketball 9,10,11; Golf 9; Track 9,10; Concert Choir 10,11,12; National Honor Society 11,12; Society of Distinguished H.S. Students 11,12; District Music contest 11. GLEN BARTON: Track 12; Drama Club 9; VICA 11,12; “Our Town” 10; International Club 11; Chess Club 10. MARK BAXTER: FootbaU 10,12; Track 9,10,11,12; Cadet 12; Wrestling 9,10,11,12; Captain 12; 1st team all-conference. EVELYN BILLINGTON: Girls Glee 10;il,12. DORIS BILLS: Courtwarming candidate 10; Concert Choir 11,12; Girls Glee 9,10,11,12; District Music Contest 10,11; Mod Qioir 11. MIKE BISHOP SUE B1SSELL: DECA 12; Girls Glee 12. SUE BLAINE: Drill Team 10,11; Girls Glee 10,11; Mixed Chorus 12. Di'ca min , seeking, With the year coming to an end. Seniors reminisced.. . States. Many into marriage and jobs. For a lot of them it It seemed like yesterday they were enrolling into Junior would be the last time they would be together. For after High. And then it was time to see what was on the other graduation they would be out on their own seeking their side of the door. dreams. Many would be going to colleges across the United 156 Seniors, by Denise Bumgarner finding (above and clockwise) Mike Green shows his skill by catching coins off his elbow. Denise Bumgarner. Dan Massey keeps in shape by lifting weights. Pat Grass looks on in concentration. Charlotte Talley gets blood pressure taken before donating blood. Members of the Senior class pay deposit for cap and gowns. Shown arc Mr. Cog- Typical senior, Danny Reece, goofs off. dill, Mr. Kennedy, Mr. Huls, Tammy Siegel, Seniors, by Denise Bumgarner 157 RICK BOGART: VICA 12. KAREN BOLLINGER: E-Club 11,12;Track V. 9,10.11,12; Cross Country 11; V. football cheerleader 12; V. basketball cheerleader 10,11; Pep Club 9,10,11.12; Science Club 10,11; ETA 10.11; Courtwarming Princess 9; Courtwarming Queen 12; Student Council class representative 9; Class President 10, vice-president 11; National Honor Society 11,12; Society of Distinguished H.S. Students 11; Scholarship Elks nominee 12; Who’s Who 12. DIANE BRALEY: Pep Club 9; Science Club 9,10,11; Drama Club 10; Thespians 10; FHA 9,10,11; FBLA 12;FHA Secre- tary 10; I'BLA Reporter 12; Student Council class representa- tive 9; “Our Town ’ 10. HAROLD BRANDON: E-Club 12; Football 9,10; Track 9,10, 11,12; Cross Country 11,12; Booster Club 11; Drama Club 10; Boys Glee 10; Wrestling 12; VICA 12. JAMES BROWN: Football 10; VICA officer 11,12; Band 9,10, 12; District Music Contest 9,10,12. STACEY BROWN: FTA 12. KYHL BUCKALLEW: E-Club 10,11,12; Football 9,10,12; Band 9,10,11,12; J. A. 11,12; Wrestling 10. DENISE BUMGARNER: V. basketball cheerleader 12; JV bas- ketball cheerleader 11; Pep Club 9,10,11,12; Yearbook staff 11,12; ETA 10,11; Girls Glee 11; Sadie Hawkins Queen 9; Stu- dent Council class representative 10, Treasurer 11; Class secre- tary 10; “Our Town’ 10; Who’s Who 12. PATRICK BURKE: E-Club 9,10,11, vice-president 12;Eoot- ball 9,10,11,12, all conf. 11, all metro 12, all dist. 12, all conf. 12, Captain 12; Golf 9,10.11, Captain 12; Boys State 11; Boys Glee 12; Wrestling 9,10,11, all conf. 12. RALPH BURTON: E-Club 10,11; VICA 11,12; Wrestling 9,10, BECKY CAMPBELL: EBLA 12;Concert Choir 10;GirlsGlee 9,12; International Club 10,11; District Music Contest 9,10. DEANE CARDER: Pep Club 10; Drama Club 11; EBLA vice- president 12; Rendezvous Club vice-president 11; Band 9,10,11, 12; Class treasurer 9; “You Can’t Take It With You’’ 12; J.A. 11. RHONDA CARLSON RONNYCASE CAROL CAZZELL: V. football cheerleader 12; V. Wrestling cheerleader 11,12;JV wrestling cheerleader 10; Pep Club 9,10, 11,12; EBLA president 12; Concert Choir 10,11; Girls Glee 9: National Honor Society 11,12; Girls State 11; “Pajama Game’’ 10; District Music Contest 10,11. TaKin’ it easy 158 seniors, by Shelly Eranklin, Debbie Ragar, Pam Clevenger TINY CHANEY ANDY CHARLSON: E-Club 9,10,11,12; Basketball 9;Track 9, 10,11,12, 3rd place 76 State 2 mile relay, 1st 76 District mile and 2 miles relay, 4 year varsity track letterman, 6 time State qualifier; Cross Country 11,12,'76 H.S. All-American; Radio Club 12; Wrestling 10; International Club 10; Cross Country Track Scholarships-William Jewell, C.M.S.U.; Track-Maryville. CATHY CLEVENGER: Band 9; Girls Glee 11. KENDALL COBB: Thespians 9; “Imaginary Invalid” 10; “Don’t Drink the Water” 11; DECA 12. TAMMY COOK JANET COX: Science Club 12; Drama Club 11,12; Thespians 12; Girls Glee 9,11; “Miracle Worker” 12; Richmond-Pep Club; Braymer-Track, Mixed Choir, Pep Club. JIM CRAVEN TERRY DAGLEY BARBARA DANNER: JV football cheerleader 10; JV basket- ball cheerleader 10; Pep Club 9,10; Concert Choir 9,10,11,12; Girls Glee 11; National Honor Society 11,12; “All American” 9; District Music Contest 9,10,11,12. ANITA DAVIS: Girls Glee 11; DECA treasurer 12. JEFF DAVOLT: VICA 11,12. LINDA DEXTRAZE: E-Club 1 2; Track 11,12; Pep Club 12, Science Club 12; National Honor Society 11,12; International Club 10; Quill and Scroll 12; J.A. 11,12. RONNIE DICKEY: E-Club 10,11, treasurer 12; Track 9,10,11, 12. Crosscountry 10,11, Captain 12; Sadie Hawkins King 11; National Honor Society 11,12. MARSHA DIRCK: FHA 12; Girls Glee 10,11; J.A. 12. KARLA DOWELL: E-Club 11,12; Track 9.10,11,12; Cross Country 9,10,11,12; Volleyball 11,12; Pep Club 9; Science Club 10; Drama Club 10;FTA 11; Band 9,10,11,12; class vice- president 12; National Honor Society 11,12; “Our Town” 10; Society of Distinguished 1LS. Students 11. (far left) Takin’ it easy is Sharon Spohn. Gi- na Short picks up her complimentary hope chest from Crowley Furniture. seniors, by Shelly Franklin, Pam Clevenger, Debbie Ragar 159 LINDA DOWNER: Tennis 11,12. VICKEY DUN AG AN: Concert Choir 10,11,12; Girls Glee 9, 10.11,12; “Pajama Game ’ 10; “Sound of Music” 12; District Music Contest 9.10,11,12; Mod Choir 11,12. DEBBIE EASLEY: Office asst. 10; Yearbook 11; DECA 12. KAREN EASLEY: Basketball 9,10,11, Captain 12; All Confer- ence Honorable Mention 11, All Conference Second Team 12; ETA Cadet 12;GirlsGlee 10;Sadic Hawkins Queen 10;Na- tional Honor Society 11,12. RICK EASLEY: Concert Choir 12; Boys Glee 11. RANDY ELAM FRAN ELDREDGE: Girls Track 9,10,11; Basketball 9,10,11, Captain 12, All Conference Second Team 11; Volleyball 11, Captain 12. All Conference Second Team 11,12; Science Club 10; Drama 10; Girls Glee 11; Sadie Hawkins Queen Candidate 11; Class Secretary 11; “Our Town” 10. CHERYL ELLIOTT: VICA 12; JA 12. STEVE ESSIG: VICA 11,12. VEDORA EWING: Track 10,11; Basketball 10,11; Band 9,10, 11; Concert choir 10; All-District Band 9,10,11; District Music Contest 9,10,11. CHERYL FLETCHER: Pep Club 9,10,11,12; VICA 12;Girls Glee 9.10.11.12. LARRY FOSTER: FootbaU 9,10,11.12, All Conference Sec- ond Team 12; Student Council 11, President 12; National Hon- or Society 11,22. REBECCA FOSTER SHELLY FRANKLIN: Newspaper 12; Yearbook staff 12. ALLEN FRASIER For years students have looked for- ward to the last big one, their senior year. For the class of ’77 the future was in mind; for most it was one big time. All the names and faces that would be remembered, or forgotten, with coming of years were all wished the best of luck that they would ad- vance to the front not the rear. As the trees turned green and the world came alive in the Spring of ’77 this senior class speculated on their fu- Last bi one 160 seniors, by Bill Kuhnhoff ture. Even now as I write this, who can say what each of us will be doing or where we will be at this time next year? Those who know are lucky. It should prove to be an adventure. TOMMY FREITAG: Football 12; Baseball 10,11,12. TERRY FRENCH CHRIS GALBOL: Track 9; V1CA 12. TRACY GARDNER: VICA 12. CAROL GARNER: Girls Glee 11. KIM GEHRS: Basketball 9; Girls Glee 10,11; “Diary of Anne Frank” 11. MARTIN GLUNT: Cross Country 11; Drama Club 9,10; VICA 11,12; Wrestling 10,11. DARLENE GOLIGOSKI: Girls Glee 10,11; Courtwarming Queen Candidate 12; Homecoming Queen Candidate 11. SUSAN GRACE: JV football cheerleader 10; JV basketball cheerleader 10; f reshman football cheerleader 9; Freshman basketball cheerleader 9; Yearbook staff 11, co-editor 12; Dra- ma Club 12; Thespians 11,12; FTA 10; Concert Choir 11; Girls Glee 9,10,11,1 2; National Honor Society 11,12; “Pajama Game” 10; “South Pacific” 11; “Sound of Music” 12: Quill and Scroll 12; J. A. 11; District Music Contest 10,11,12. PATRICK GRASS MICHAEL GREEN: Football 9,10; Basketball 9,10;Track 9, 10,11,12; Boys Glee Club 9,10,ll,12;Choir 10,11; Student Council Representative 9; “Pajama Game” 10; “South Pacific” 11; VICA 12; Tiger Spotlight-School Radio Show 12. DANA GRIFFIN: FHA 9,10; Pep Club 9; FTA 10; Class Treas- urer 10; Student Council 11; Class President 11; DECA 12. KARA GRIFFIN: Track 11; Pep Club 9,10; Science Club 9,10; Girls Glee 9,10,11; Mixed Chorus 12; “The Miracle Worker” 12. RALPH HABERSTOCK: Golf 10,11,12. KATRINA HALBERSTADT Senior class officers are Terri Terrell, secre- tary; Cindy Malbaff, treasurer; Karla Dowell, vice-president; and Peggy Kendrick, presi- dent. seniors, by Bill Kuhnhoff 161 SHERRIE HALL: Pep Club 9,10,11; Drama Club 12; Student Council 11,12, Secretary 11; National Honor Society 11, Sec- retary 12; “Sound of Music ’ 12; Society of Distinguished H.S. Students 11; J.A. 11; District Music Contest 11,12. CELINDA HALLBAUER: ETA 9,10,11; I BLA 12; Girls Glee 12; J.A. 12. ELLIOTT HAMER TAMMY HANNAH MARIE HARRIS EDDIE HARRISON: Baseball 10;DECA President 12. SHELLY HARRISON VIRGINIA HEDGES: E-Club 11,12; Basketball 10; Track 9, 10,11,12; Tennis 9,12; Pep Club 9,10; Glee 12; International Club Treasurer 12; J.A. 11. GARY HENDLEY: Football 9,10,ll,12;Track 9,10,11,12; VICA 11,12;Glee 9,10; Boys State 11; Wrestling 9,10. VERNON HENDRICKS: Track 10; Yearbook staff 12;Con- cert Choir 10,11,12; Glee 9,10,11; National Honor Society 11, 12; “All American’’ 9; “Our Town’’ 10; “Pajama Game” 10,; “South Pacific” 11; Scholarships C.M.S.U., St. Joe 12; J.A. 11; District Music Contest 9,10,11,12; Vocal Clinic 11; Mod Choir 11; Mini Convention Oregon Chairman 12. RODNEY HIGHTOWER: Basketball 9;Science Club 10,11,12, President 12; VICA President 11,12; President Science Club 12. KATHY HISKETT: Glee 9,10,11; Pep Club 9,10,11; Volley- ball 10,11; FTA 10,11; DECA 12. LAURA HOLBROOK: FTA 10,11; Band 9,10,11,12; National Honor Society 11,12; J.A. 11,12; District Music Contest 9,10, 11,12. SHERRY HOLMAN: Basketball 9,10; Volleyball 11;Concert Choir 9,10,11; Pep Club 9; Glee Club 9,10; “South Pacific” 11; DECA 12; STEVE HOLT: Golf 10,11,12; Basketball 10,11; Rendezvuos Club 9; J.A. 9. It’s worth it 162 seniors, by Vernon Hendricks DWAYNE HOLTZCLAW: Track 9,10. PAUL HOUCK: LClub 10,11,12; track 11,12; Band 9; Boys State 11; Wrestling 9,10,11,12. LINDA HOUGHTON: Girls Glee 10,11,12. DIANA HUSHER PAUL JACKSON ROY JACKSON: Football 9; Basketball 9,10,11,12; Golf 9, 10,11,12. BECKY JOHNSON: Glee 11,12; DECA 12. GARY JOHNSTON PENNY JONES: Yearbook staff business manager 11,12; Science Club 9,10,11,12; Drama Club 9.10,11,12;Thespians 10,11,12; Pom pon squad 9,10, Co-Captain 12;Student Coun- cil Representative 9; “Secret Affairs of Mildred Wild,’ “Our Town’’ lights, “Imaginary In valid’’-sound; “Pajama Garne’’- Lights, “Don’t Drink the Water”-Chef and Make-up; “Diary of Anne Frank’’-Margot-Frau Zeller, and Make-up; Quill and Scroll 12, Secretary and Treasurer;Scholarships: Missouri Wes- tern, Central Missouri State University; French Poetry Contest 3rd. Place in state, 10,11; 1st in state 12; Mixed Chorus 12, Mini Convention-Delegate for Michigan. TERESA JONES RANDY JORDISON: Basketball 10;J.A. 11.12. TIM KELLY: Prom King 12. cuppi i pp i pi cpv PEGGY KENDRICK: Pep Club 9,10,11; Band 9,10,11,12; Twirler 9,10,11; Drum Major 12; Honor Society 11,12; Stu- dent Council 12; Prom Committee 11; Regents Scholarships, CMSU, and Missouri Western. PAM KERNS: VICA 12;Girls Glee 9,10,11,12; International Club 10,11. MARY KING: FBLA 12; Girls Glee 9,10; JA 12. DENISE KLEIN BECK: Girls Glee 9,10,11.12. SUSAN KLINE: Track 9,10,11; Pep Club 9,10;Cadet 12; ETA 12; Band 9;JA 11. MARTIN KNUDSEN JAN KOHL: Newspaper 11, editor 12; Yearbook staff 11 head photographer 12; Drama Club 11,12; Thespians 12; Rendez- vous Club 11; “Diary of Anne Frank” 11; “You Can’t Take It With You,” “The Miracle Worker,” “The Sound of Music” 12; Quill and Scroll 12. BILL KUHNHOFF: Football 9,10; Track 9,10; Yearbook Staff 12; VICA 11,12. LONNIE KUKOWSK1 SHERRI LACKEY: Tennis 11; Pep Club 9,10,11; FBLA 12; Concert Choir 9,10,11,12; Student Council 12; “South Pacif- ic” 11; “All American” 9; Pajama Game” 10; All-District Choir 9,10.11,12; District Music Contest 9,10,11,12. DEBBIE LADD: Science Club 11; Drama Club 10,12; FBLA 12; Rendezvous Club 11. ROBIN LAWRENCE THERESA LEE: V. basketball cheerleader 12; Pep Club 9,10, 11,12; Band 9,10,11,12;Girls Glee 11,12; District MusicCon- test 9,10,11,12. MELINDA LIECHTI MELISA LIECHTI CLIFF LINGLE: Track 9,10. BOBBI (THACKER) LITLE Munchics... Jay Ashworth and Brad Vassmcr (far right) arc regular customers of the kitchen. 164 scniors by Chris Galbol KIM LOCKARD: Track 9,10,11; V. football cheerleader cap- tain 12; V. wrestling cheerleader 12; JV wrestling cheerleader 9,10; Pep Club 9,10,11,12; Homecoming Queen 12; JA 11. RICKY LOVE DANELLE LOVELAND: Baseball scorekecper 10,11,12; V. basketball cheerleader 12; Pep Club 9,10,12; Drama Club 12; ETA 10,11; Concert Choir ll;GirlsGlec 10; Court warming Princess 10,12; Homecoming Princess 12; National Honor So- ciety 11, treasurer 12; Optimist Club Award 10; Who’s Who Among American Students 12. ALLISON McCOY: Yearbook 11,12; Science Club 9,10,11; Drama Club 10,11,12;Thspians 12; “Secret Affairs of Mildred Wild’’ 9; “Our Town” “Imaginary Invalid,” 10; “Don’t Drink the Water,” “Diary of Anne Frank” 11; “Can’t Take It With You,” “Sound of Music,” “The Miracle Worker” 12; Quill and Scroll 12;JA 11, President 12. JIM McCROSKIE penny mcdaniel BRENT McELWEE DEBBIE McGAUGH: BasketbaU 9,10,11,12; Track 9,10,11; Crosscountry 11;Cheerleader 9;Pep Club 9,10,12;FBLA vice president 12; Homecoming Queen Candidate 12; Student Council Rep. 9,10,11,12; National Honor Society 11,12;Girls State 11. KITTY McKOWN: Tennis 11; Concert Choir 10,11; Student Council 9,10,11; National Honor Society 11,12; District Mu- sic Contest 10. sheila McWhorter CINDY MALBAFF: E-Club 11,12;Track 10,11,12; Volley- ball 10,11, captain 12; Science Club 9,10,11,12; FTA 10,11; f'locc Trpacurpr 1 ' 1A 11 CHRIS MARCHIN1: E-Club 9,10,11,12; Basketball 9; Track 9,10,11,12; Cross Country, 9,10,11, Captain 12; Athletic Scholarship for track and cross country 12. CLAYTON MARTIN: Football 9; VICA 12; Boys Glee 10. DAN MASSEY GARY MASTERS: E-Club 12; Football 9; VICA 11,12; Na- tional Honor Society 11,12; Wrestling 10,11,12. At home or at school tilings aren’t much different. Al- ways around the kitchen eating. The school cafeteria offers many different things to eat whether you want just a little something to snack on or even if you really have the munchies. Whether it’s in the morning or in the afternoon you’ll always find someone there. seniors, by Chris Galbol 165 CHERYL M1LLSAP: Pep Club 9,10; Red Cross volunteer 9.10, 11; Drill Team 10; Prom committee 11; DECA 12; D.E. officer 12. FROSTY MOHN: Football 9; Basketball 9,10; Yearbook sports editor 12; Quill and Scroll 12. GERRY MORGAN TOMMY MOUSER: Drama Club 10, vice-president 11, presi- dent 12; Thespians 10,11,12; “Our Town” 10, “Imaginary In- valid” 10, “Don’t Drink the Water” 11, “Diary of Anne Frank” 11, “You Can’t Take It With You” 12, “Miracle Work- er” 12. MICHAEL MULLIN LARRY MYGATT PHIL N1EMEYER MARK NOBLE MIKE NOBLE BRAD O’DELL SOUNDRA O’DELL: FBLA, president 12; Girls Glee 12. JUDY O’LEARY MARY BETH OVERMAN MARY KAY OVERMAN: FBLA 12;Band9,10. CAROL OWENS Seniors Struggle 166 seniors, by Deena Malay copy Frosty Mohn The class of ’77 dealt with financial difficulties and lack of interest. Many devoted much time to jobs; others simply had no desire to partake in school activities. Early in the year support for a House of Loyds selling campaign was meager. Following the same pattern, the an- nual spaghetti supper faltered at the block and this tradi- tionally profitable event was cancelled. Frantic scenes were present in the halls April 1 when seniors who had put off deposits for grad-night at Worlds of Fun raced to meet the deadline. MARK PALMER ADRIAN PARSONS TERESA PIBURN CURTIS POWELL JIM PULSE: Football 9,10.11 captain 12; Basketball 9,10,11, 12;Track 9,10;Tennis 12;Gridiron Giant candidate 12;Stu- dent Council representative 12; National Honor Society 11, 12; International Club 12;J.A. 11; Variety show 10. ROBIN RAILEY JAMES RASH: Football 9,10,11; Basketball 9,10,11,12; Track 9; VICA 12. DANIEL REECE CHARLOTTE (REID) TALLEY VELMA RETHEMEYER: VICA 12;Concert choir 10;Girls Glee 9,10,11,12; International Club 10,11; J.A. 11,12; District Music Contest 9,10,12. DAVID RHODUS: Basketball 12; Wrestling 10,11. DIANE RILEY: Track 10; Basketball 9; V. football cheerlead- er 12; J.V. football cheerleader 11; V. wrestling cheerleader 11, 12; J.V. wrestling cheerleader 9,10; Pep Club 9,10,11,12; Dra- ma Club 9,10,11,12; FTA cadet 12; Girls Glee 11; Student Council representative 9,10,12; “Our Town” 10, “Imaginary Invalid” 10, “South Pacific” 11, “You Can’t Take It With You” 12; Who’s Who 12; Wrestling queen candidate 1st attend- ant 11,12; Sophomore Variety show 11,12. SHELVINA ROGERS: FBLA 12; Band 9; Girls Glee 12; All- District Band 9. BETH ROHDE VALERIE RUPLEY: Baseball 12; Tennis 9,10,11,12; FBLA 12;J.A. 10. Thinking about future possibilities is Frosty Mohn. seniors, by Decna Malay 167 TIM ST.JOHN KENDALL SCHOONOVER: Science Club 9,10; Drama Club 12; Thespians 12; National Honor Society 11,12; Boys Glee 11; “You Can’t Take It With You” 12; National Chairman for Mini-Convention 12;Optimist Award for Citizenship. DAVID SCOMA MITCHELL SHARP: Football 9,10,11,12, All Conference 1st team 12, Captain 12; Basketball 9,10,11,12; Baseball 10.11, Captain 12;Golf 12; VICA 11,12; Representative VICA;Grid- iron Giant Candidate 12; National Honor Society 11,12. DONNIE SHEILDS: Track 12; Science Club 10; Radio Club 11; “Don’t Drink The Water” 11; International Club 10,11. GINA SHORT: JEM SHORT: VICA 11,12. BRAD SHULTZ: Baseball 9,10; Yearbook Staff 12; National Honor Society 11, president 12; “South Pacific 11; “The Sound of Music” 12; Regents Scholarship 12; Quill and Scroll 12; All District Choir 11,12; District Music Contest 10,11,12; Vocal Music 11,12. ROGER SIEGEL: Football 9,10,11,12; Basketball 9,10; Base- ball 9,10.11.1 2;Concert Choir 10; Boys Glee 9,10; Sadie Hawkins King Candidate 10; Student Council Representative 12; “South Pacific” 11; District Music Contest 9. TAMMY SIEGEL: Varsity Football Cheerleader 12; Varsity Basketball Cheerleader 12;PepClub 9,10,11,12; Cadet Bas- ketball, Football Cheerleader 9; FTA 10,11,12; Concert Choir 10,11.12;Girls Glee 9; Homecoming Queen 9;Student Council 9,10; “South Pacific”l 1; WHO's WHO 12. KEN SIMS: Football 9,10,11,12; Basketball 9,10,11,12; Base- ball 9; All Conference Varsity Football 1) Honorable mention, 2) Most Improved Player; Scholarship, Regents 12. GEORGE SMITH JACK SMITH LEN SMITH: Basketball 10,11; Football 9. HARRY SOLTYSIAK: Newspaper Staff 12; Yearbook staff 11,12. Seniors skip 168 seniors. by Denise Bumgarner, Frosty Mohn, Debra Talley, Brad Shultz Cliff Linglc and Chris Galbol serve a “Satur- day morning” for their participation in Se- nior skip day. CHRIS SOUTTER: Pep Club 9; I BLA 12;Concert Choir 11, 12; Girls Glee 10; District Music Contest 11,12. CARL SPLRO KATHY SP1DLL: I BLA 12;GirlsGlce 11. SHARON SPOHN DALE STARNES: Pep Club 11,12; Drama Club 12; Thespians 12; Band 10,11,12; Mod Choir 11; “Don’t Drink the Water” makeup 11; “The Diary of Anne Frank” Assistant Director 11; “South Pacific” makeup 11; “You Can’t Take it With You” makeup 12; “The Miracle Worker” makeup 12; ‘The Sound of Music” nuns and props supervisor 12; Lee’s Summit High School Band, Drama Club, “My Fair Lady” costumes, “The Snow Queen and the Goblin” grandmother; Meadowbrook Sr. High School Band. MARK STERLING: Newspaper 11, asst, editor 12; Yearbook staff 11, co-editor 12; Drama Club 12; Thespians 12; Radio Club 11,12; Rendezvous Club 11; “You Can’t Take it W ith You,” “The Miracle Worker” program publicity; Quill Scroll 12; Mini-Convention 12. SID STEWART PATTY STILES: Pep Club 9; Science Club 9; Concert Choir 10,11,12; Girls Glee 9,12; “Pajama Game” 10; JA v.p. of per- sonnel 12. KAREN STIRNAMAN: Girls Glee 11. MIKE STOCK KATHY STONE: Pep Club 10; FBLA 12; Band 9,10;Concert Choir 11,12; Girls Glee 10,11; All-District Choir 11,12; All- District Band 9,10; District Music Contest 9,10,11,12; Mod Choir 11. MARK STRATTON JOHN STRODE: Football 9,10,11; Baseball 9; Concert Choir 9,10,11,12; “All-American”; District Music Contest 9,10,11, 12. STEPHANIE SUTTON: Cadet 12; Homecoming Princess 10; FT A 10,11,12. LARRY SWOBODA: Football 9; Basketball 9,10,11; VICA 12. Friday, March 18, began like any other Friday except at West High. It seemed senior “skip day” was one project well-executed by this graduating class. A rash of sickness of epidemic proportions among seniors had taken its toll on first hour classes. And the office became a meeting ground between classes for seniors with a wide variation of excuses and ills. Although some senior traditions of the past had been forgotten, it is unlikely this one shall become extinct. CAROLYN TACKETT: Pep Club 9,10,11; Girls Glee 9,10,11; ETA 10,11; Volleyball 11; DECA secretary 12. BECKY TALBOTT DEBRA TALLEY: EClub 11.12; Basketball 9,10,11,2nd team all-conference 11;Track 10; Pep Club; Freshman cheer- leader; Newspaper 12; Yearbook 11.12;Concert Choir 10,11, 12; Homecoming Queen candidate 9, 2nd Princess ;Courtwarm- ing Queen candidate 11; District Music Contest 11,12. ROXIE TAR WATERS: VICA 12;J.A. 12. BILLY TEAT CHARLES TEMPLETON TERRI TERRELL: Girls Track 9,10,11; Basketball 10,11; Vol- leyball 11; Science Club 9,10;Concert Choir 10,11;Girls Glee 9; Secretary of Class 12; District Music Contest 11. ALISON THOMPSON: Girls Glee 9.10,11,12. SHERI THOMPSON: Concert Choir 11,12; From Shawnee Mission Northwest High School: Concert Choir 9,11;Girls Glee 10,11; NJROTC 10,11; Drill Team-NJROTC 10,ll;Color Guard-NJROTC 10,11; Thespians 9,10,11; “LiT Abner”: Na- tional Honor Society 9; NJROTC Military Ball Candidate (Queen) 11; Accapella Choir 9; Softball 9,10; Pep Club 10,11; Cadet Teacher 9. MITCHEAL TIFFIN: Track 9; VICA 11,12. DEBBIE TURECEK: VICA Treasurer 12; “Pajama Game” 10; International Club 11; attended Truman High School. KATHERINE JANE (ANDERSON) TWITCHELL: Freshman Vice-president; Student Council 10,11; Girls Glee 12, DECA 12. MYRNA VAN HOY RHONDA VAN HOY: Tennis 9,10,11; Attended Westport High School and Richmond High School where she partici- pated in tennis. BRAD VASSMER I can’t believe it 170 seniors, by Lori Robb MIKE VASSMER: VICA 11,12; Boys Glee 9,10,11,12. MARK VEST: Science Club 9,10,11,12;Cadet 12. RAYMONDVROOM KATHY WALTERS ROBERTA WALTERS RANDY WHITHAM STEPHEN WICKER RICHARD WILKINS: Football 12; Basketball 9,10,11,12; Student Council Representative 9; class president 9; National Honor Society 11,12. DENNIS WILLIAMS DAVID WOLLARD JEFF WOODS: Football 9,10; BasketbaU 9,10,11,12; Baseball 9,10,11,12; Student Council Representative 12; National Honor Society 11,12. CHERIE WORSTELL: Cross Country 9; Pep Club 9; Science Club 9,10,11; Drama Club 10; VICA 12; “Our Town” 10. DENNIS WRIGHT: E-Club, sergeant of arms 10,11,12; Foot- ball 9,10,11,12; Track 9,10,11; Wrestling 9,10. BRUCE WRIGHT (NOT PICTURED) CARLA CARPENTER: Concert Choir 10. CHRIS CONWELL: Stct High School, FFA 9,10,11; Vice-president of Student Council 11; Track 9. PAUL EINERSON: E-Club 9,10,1 l,12;Golf 10,11 ;CrossCountry 10,11,12; Sadie Hawkins King 10;Wrestling 9,10,11,12. JERRY GOODRICH: Football 9,11; ‘‘You Can’t Take It With You” 11; ‘‘Don’t Drink The Water” 12. BOB HARDISON: BasebaU 9,10; Boys Glee 10,11;Choir 11; Drama Club 11; DECA 12. DEBBIE MALONE: Pep Club 9;Girls Glee 11; District winner in Automotive and Petroleum 2nd Place. seniors, by Lori Robb 171 (right) One of the prisoner-victims of the Flooded Mine tries to control the flooding, (below) Glass blowing is one of the many crafts of yesteryear observed at Silver Dol- lar City. Silver Dollar empties Cooler checks. Hurried bus switch- ing. Lightly falling rain, which con- tinued until dawn. An arrival by Curtis Powell just as two Jefferson Line busses were leaving West High parking lot. All served as a bon voyage for 80 students and sponsors Mr. Kennedy. Mr. and Mrs. Jones, Mr. Hyder and Mrs. Hoel as senior trip ’77 got underway. Even rain could not extinguish the travelers’ wallets, stuffed with money to burn, nor the blazing enthusiasm which possessed the untireable seniors. If anyone tried to catch 40 winks, they were almost certain to wake up with toothpaste eyeliner or a shaving cream permanent. Breakfast at Village Inn in Spring- field gave a chance to stretch legs and fuel up for a three hour jaunt to Silver Dollar City. Many were tempted to ride every ride, see every show, ex- plore Marvel Cave and unload heavy billfolds at craft shops as well as the Spring National Crafts Festival, which the 1880’s mining town was hosting. 172 senior trip, by Mark Sterling (above) As they descend into the depths of Marvel Cave, Rick Bogart and Mike Bishop glance back at a formation they missed while James Brown, Ralph Burton and Adrian Parsons study the Cathedral Bell at their right. (left) If caught sleeping, Jim Rash and Nancy Adams are in for a toothpaste face, (below) Discussing the coming activities over breakfast at Village Inn in Springfield are Sheri Kelsey and Debbie Turecek. seniors’ pockets At 12:40 p.rti. it was on to Table Rock Lake for lunch, and wading and skipping rocks on the lake. It was then back to Springfield for a change of bus drivers. Heading onward to Bagnell Dam the “tourists” bought more souvenirs and tickets for bumper-car, go-cart, seaplane and sky-lift rides. Lee Mace’s Ozark Opry had usual hard rock fans stomping and getting down to country music. Goofer, one of the show’s comedians, wanted to give Linda Dextraze an early birthday kiss. She showed her appreciation by running for an exit but was captured, kissed and received a record album. With deafening ovations, the Excelsior crowd convinced the entertainers to extend their show 45 minutes. For a final journey, all boarded the “Larry Don” excursion boat, as “The Long-Haired Country Boys” provided rock dancing music. Many took lei- surely strolls and reminisced bringing on tears. As the boat completed its cruise, ZZ Top’s “Get High. Every- body Get High” was performed. When the band added its own closing lyrics “Goodbye, everybody goodbye,” frenzied singing along, clapping and dancing took place as the class realized this, their last informal get-together should not end in tears, but with a BANG!!!! senior trip, by Mark Sterling 173 (right) The class of 1977 gathers for the last time. (left) Seniors patiently wait in the heat of the cafeteria. (below) Waiting for names to be called seems like eternity. (below left) f ormer Missouri governor Kit Bond addresses the class with “What is the price of a free lunch? Nostalgia, free lunch, muggy weather marK graduation 174 Graduation, Layout by Susan Grace Name after name, the roll continued. Black and Gold robed figures converged and moved in unison toward the podium in the crowded atmosphere of Lewis Gym. Thoughts of the bad weather, of the idea that nothing was free, of yesteryears, of the future, raced through the minds of everyone. Graduates suffered the heat and overcrowding to listen to the speakers, Peggy Kendrick and former Missouri gover- nor Kit Bond. Peggy, senior class president, brought back old memories of the class and school. The idea that nothing was really free was the topic of the ex-governor’s oration. Diplomas were received after the listing of scholarships. Grants ranged in amount from SI50 to $3000. Allison McCoy received S3000 and Laura Holbrook got S2000 from Junior Achievement. Stacy Brown and Janet Cox received funds from the Optimists. Colleges and universities gave out lists of students who received money for being in the upper portions of their class. The valedictorian was Curtis Powell, followed closely by Kendall Schoonover, salutatorian. Deep thought and heavy celebration followed the cere- monies. Seniors started to realize that they had begun the longest school vacation of their lives. Graduation, Layout by Susan Grace 175 Copy by Steve Locthcn (above) A lot of time and money is spent on Metro North shopping center serves as the care of a car. Sharon Wollard works on new place for student spending, her station wagon. 176 division, layout by Susan Grace copy by Mark Sterling Shopping eAv e'e) I— c o .. o poirsona rtii®$ Material posse ssions-stereos, cars, clothes, records, hot combs, etc ... all were important in a student’s self image; all could be bought in Excelsior Springs. With over 200 merchants scattered at locations all over town, products varied from bathroom plungers to digital watches. But often the attraction of having all services under one roof, in a climate-controlled mall, proved too much and customers were lured to the city. This resulted in many local businesses being transient as the store fronts downtown were constantly changing. Many proprietors felt that if local consumers would have invested their dollars here, their businesses would have a more solid basis for existence. copy by Mark Sterling division, by Susan Grace 177 Drive-In 905 Isley........Phono 637-6201 Running the cash register is just one job Carrie Carr does to se customers. Carroll's Marietta Drug Store Randy Reynolds takes a break for an ice cream cone at the Marietta Drug Store's fountain. Chuck Anderson Ford 1910 W. Jesse James Rd ... Phone 637-2177 Being the owner's son give Mike Anderson an opportunity to look over the new cars. 21 6 S. Marietta . . . Phone 637-2106 178 ads by Pam Clevenger Ads by Pam Clevenger 179 ROYAL GRILLE r WILSON'S SPORT SHOP 311 Thompson Phone: 637-6414 (middle) Debbie Bonuchi sets up the print to be put on a t shirt. CLAY COUNTY MOTORS (bottom) Cliff Holt checks the quali- ty of a 1977 Oldsmobile Cutlass. Jet. Hways. 10 69 Phone: 637-3151 Hamburgers and fries make up the order for Sandy Jenkins, Marsha McLendon and Cheryl Bailey, as they enjoy lunch at Royal Grille, 201 South St., Ex. Spgs. 180 ads, by Penny Jones _ r i fS r ;l t M i I ' v 1 02 Collete Excelsior Springs Phone: 637-7450 Ralph Haberstock finds out the right frames make a difference in his physical personality, as he looks through Excelsior Optical's wide selection. A P 314 Concourse Phone: 637-6215 Stocking the shelves is just one of the everyday duties of Jon O'Dell at A P. ads, by Penny Jones 181 DARI-B CAR WASH f JJ ie A ext cwu {Jfvee octote i KRAMER HARDWARE Y Shopping Center 637-3865 ° | i i i } ' Y Bowl i ( ' 1729 W. Jesse James Rd. } i ■ ◄ ► ' Phone 637-2881 182 ads by Pam Clevenger (Don’s Pharmacy) ONE MINUTE SOUTH OF THE NEW HOSPITAL AT 1000 N. JESSE JAMES RD. 637-5555‘OPEN: 9 am to 9 om DAILY • INCLUDING SUNDAY TELEPHONE 016 637-5411 UNITED AUTO SERVICE 200 THOMPSON AVENUE EXCEt-SIOR SPRINGS. MO. 64024 RON MORSE JOHN JACKSON r 1 i i Cinderella | I | Beauty Salon 1 � Permanents A Bleaching 1 Tinting Styling 1917V Jesse James Rd. A Phone: 637-3736 f 1 By appointment only L . j Melissa Clevenger shows Dawn Stalder the strong points of their quality jackets. First in Fashion—Congratulations Seniors At the Y Excelsior Spgs 'J IJjJ |J£ 637-2480 Open 9 to 9 Mon. • Fri 9 to 6 Soturdoy ads by Pam Clevenger 183 20th Century Shears 208 South St. Norm and Dorothy Shull converse about the style of hair to be done. Martinez School of Cosmetology 248 Broadway Student Kent Dickey does his homework by cutting hair. 184 Ads, by Penny Jones Brown's Pharmacy 215 E. Broadway (left) Lisa Brown cleans up after closing. Kerns Sales Service 114 W. Broadway (bottom left) Pam Kerns helps her father by answering the phone. Ryther Auction Service 209 S. Main (top) Gary Ryther is caught off guard while preparing for an auction. Brown Floral and Greenhouses 301 Thompson Our designers: Margaret. phone: 637-2261 David, Pat, Nancy, (above) Kent McElwee does greenhouse work. Ads, by Penny Jones 185 For a complete hardware supply look to . . . Plenty of Parking Space 402 South Street Phone 637-3010 Paul McCoy looks for quality skateboards. Excelsior Auto Supply A muffler is a necessity for Jack Teegarden. If your car is falling apart, we have the parts to fix it. Phone 637-5953 1015 Isley Terri Terrell counts out change om� 0N RINGS No waiting. Call in Advance 637-8185 186 ads, by Pam Clevenger It's A Chur QERxZ Day at Thriftway Manager Bud McKay and wife Rose Another friendly reason for you to shop at Thriftway. Crown Hill Plaza Excelsior Springs, Mo. 637-6076 ads, by Pam Clevenger 187 JACK MONROE Pharnacy Crown Hill Plaza 1236 N. Jesse James Rd. 637-6118 Hours: 10:00 to 5:30 Friday 1 0 to 8 Chuck's Cab 459 Thompson 637-7000 5 a.m. to 2 a.m. 7 days a week We Go Anywhere Dairq Queen brazier ''LET'S ALL 60 TO DAIK.V QUEEN 227 Jesse James Rd. Excelsior Springs, Mo. •Reg. U.S. Pat. OH., Am. D.Q. Corp. (c) Copyright 1975. Am. D.Q. Corp. 188 ads by Penny Jones Sonra Williams attempts to fill her tank. ccmi to' Phone: 637-8195 1740 Jess James Rd. Excelsior Springs, Mo. CROWLEY FURNITURE Phone: 637-2401 1225 N. Jesse James Rd. Excelsior Springs, Mo. ads by Penny Jones 189 Farm Home Savings Association and Subsidiaries 201 N. Jesse James Rd. Home Office: Nevada, Mo. Making a deposit is Bobbie Litle. Cherie Worsted visits her father's store. CB World 1727 Jesse James Rd. 637-5388 Commerce Bank wants to know, what can we do for you? Brenda Jackson uses her checking account to get some spending money. Commerce Bank of Excelsior Springs” MEMBER FD C MAIN BANK DRIVE-IN 304 West Broadway 134 North Crown Hill Road 637-5581 637-5540 190 Ads, by Pam Clevenger Whether it's casual or dress, you'll find it at: NANCY ELMORE Susan Conner and Janet Head model fashions from LaVerna's. Ladies Exclusive Ready to Wear 210 South 637-6271 Cindy Clinton models a fashionable raincoat. ft Tim Kelly looks for new shoes for graduation. ennetfi 427 Thompson Ex. Spgs. phone 637-3106 tfrtting a firm st|ilr from 9trur §hrparb is $rurrlp «Keib. IfliUr is srrn in barkgrouub. §ljeparb’s (Eonsorial parlour 1915 ttl. ilessc Bames.iKb. 637-5777 Itxcflsior Springs, iflo. (bp appointment only) $trur Sbrparb IfliUr hcparb Ads, by Pam Clevenger 191 Getting ahead in life... Yd Now that you are academically prepared to reach your goals for the future, we'd like to become a part of your plans. Whether you plan to go on to a profession . . . enter the business world . . . get into the new agriculture . . . or concentrate on starting a family . . . count on ETC. Just think what the two of us can do . . . together. Excelsior Trust Company L? 218 South Street. Excelsior Springs. Mo 64024 '816) 637-3133 • FDlC SAVINGS PROGRAMS TO FIT EVERY NEED Passbook accounts—Savings Certificates—a Monthly In- come Plan—all insured safe to $40,000 by F.S.L.I.C. and earning the highest rates authorized. EXCELSIOR SPRINGS SAVINGS LOAN ASS’N 101 W. BROADWAY MAYNARD E. BINKLEY. MGR. 637-6711 North Country Radio KEXS 1090 Excelsior Springs 637-6061 192 ads by Penny Jones jfarter’tf Cinema 106 ELIZABETH EXCELSIOR f€€t ie a nr Glenda Let us keep your car looking SHOWROOM NEW with a genuine Hi-Pressure Wash Rinse Hot Wax with Rinse Tar Remover and Engine Cleaner Hal's Car Wash Jesse James Miller C37-2011 Only $.25 SIMONIZ PASTE WAX JOB ONLY $1295 (waxing by appointment only) jot jutlwtlfUfiL Rev. Ronald Aiello—Zion Tabernacle Jamie Allen Vicky Baker Mr. and Mrs. Robert Boyles Gail Brown Mr. and Mrs. Raymond Brown Christian Bookstore Mr. and Mrs. Wendall Clark Jennifer LeeHelen Cox Susanne JoEllen Cox Mr. and Mrs. Edward Cruey Sherry Davenport Mr. and Mrs. Jim Davis Mr. and Mrs. Larry Donaldson Mr. and Mrs. Bill Etheridge Phillip Eyer Mr. and Mrs. Clint Ferguson Linda Franklin Terry Hendricks Mr. and Mrs. Vernon Hendricks Mr. and Mrs. Vernon Hendricks Mr. and Mrs. Bob Hieronymus M M Sales Sarah McCulloch Merle Norman Cosmetic Studio and Boutique Mr. and Mrs. Victor Nappi Mr. and Mrs. Gary Schwab Mr. and Mrs. Ronald Smith Mr. John Stephens Mr. Larry Taraba Gene Unger Hobart Watson Teresa Wilson Mr. and Mrs. Sam Woodard ads. by Penny Jones 193 index Abbott, Laura 1 34 Abbott, Wendy 16,150 Abrams. Wanda 134,1 37 Acklin. Shauna 142 Adair, David 150 Adams. Bonnie 141 Adams, Marsha 1 34,1 37 Adams. David 80,30 Adams Leslie 141 Adams, Nancy 156.173 Adams. Sherry 142 Administration 1 30.1 31 Aiello. David, 156 Aiello. Kimberly 11,150 Alexander. Kelly 1 34 Allen. Robert 115 Allen, Tracy 1 34 Allen. Vicki 65.100,122.150,1 16 Amos, Janet 1 25,1 34 Amos, Rick 92,11 2.1 25,150.155.113,73 Anderson, Brenda 96,1 34.11 6 Anderson, Brenda 71,122.142,1 16,72 Anderson. Carl 142 Anderson. I red 142,73 Anderson, Harold 1 34 Anderson, Jeff 142 Anderson. Kendra 150,65 Anderson. Mike 92,109.122,150.178,120,73 Anderson, Hank 134,94 A P 186 Arnold, Paul 7,150 Arthur. Mac 115.142 Ashworth, Jay 39.12,64.156 Atkinson. Marla 1 34 Atkinson. Marlyn 1 26 Atkinson, Roger 65,82,88.89.1 22.150,204 Ayers, Tasha 150 b Backues, Kirby 45,1 34 Bahlmann. Paula 22,150 Bailey. Cheryl 65.150,190 Baird, Jesse 128 Baker. Dennis 115 Baker, James 150,142 Baker. J.C.l42 Baker, Janet 1 34 Baldwin. Chris 92,105,115 Baldwin. Lonnie 94,108,1 34 Ball. Cindy 96,134,72 Ballinger. Carla 150 Ballinger. Jeff 94,1 34 Bancroft, Bill 142 Band 72,73 Banning. BUI 92,105.112,142 Barker. Rick 30.156 Barnes, Robert 94,105.115,134 Barnett, Cezanne 142 Barnett, Craig 65,156 Barnett. Stephane 150 Barney, Conney 86 Barney, Donald 89,122,142 Barney. Michelle 142 Bartlett, Ramon 1 30 Barton, Becky 1 34 Barton. Glen 38,115.156 Barton. Tim 142,11 3 Bashaam, Dwayne 142 Baseball 112.113 Basketball Boys 106-109 194 Index, by Debbie Ragar Basketball Girls 98-101 Bates, Jon 100,120,126 Baxter. Mark 61.92.102.115,156.114 Baxter. Rodney 150 Beckwith, Melody 134 Beckwith, Teresa 71,150 Beckwith, Shane 42,150 BEN FRANKLIN 187 Bender, Roger 134,72 Benett, Jeana 1 34.72 Berning, Sara 1 34 Berrv, Claudine 1 33 Berry. Dean 51.142.144,118 Berry, Mike 1 34 Berry, Sharlyn 1 34 BUlington, Evelyn (Daniels) 156 BUls. Doris 156 BUls, Kevin 1 34 Bisbee, Caroline 134,72 Bishop, Dewayne 1 34 Bishop, Mike 156,173 Bissell. Suzanne 156 Blackwell, Rodney 115.134 Blaine. Sue 156 Blankenship, Stacey 142 Boatwright. Bob 94.105.134.120.72 Boeschen, Mellisa 1 34 Bogart, Rick 158,173 Bolin. Bob 126,127 Bolin, Donna 1 26 Bollinger, Karen 23.65,68,70,158,30 Bollinger. Mike 25,81,92,142 Bonuchi, Debbie 46.70.104.105,150 Bonunchi, Vic 102,122.126 Bonuchi. Viki 14,68.71,81,1 34,116 Booster Club 68-71 Bor chert, Pam 150 Bosley. Janet 81.150,35 Boston, Jim 92,142.58 Boston. Tonya 142 Bowker. Vcnette 23,86,122.142 Bowles, Todd 142,11 8 Bowles, Tonya 78,150.73 Boxx. Mark 1 34 Boyce, Cissy 142 Braley, Brenda 142 Braley, Diane 158 Brandon. Harold 89,102,158,1 15 Brandon, James 1 34,94,105 Branson, Brenda 142 Bratton, Susan 1 34,66 Brehm, Elaine 150 Brewer, Cynthia 150 Brewer, Sheila 96-1 34 Brewer, Todd 134 Briggs, Janella 142 Brock, George 142,118 Brockert, Patsy 142 Brockert, Theresa 1 34 Brower, Jeff 1 34 Brown. Angela 1 34,71,72 Brown, Cathy 150,81 Brown, Cheryl 150.116,73.101,65,75 Brown, Cindy 126 Brown Floral and Greenhouse 185 Brown, Gail 61,126 Brown, James 1 1,158.73,173 Brown. Lisa 87,86,146.122,142,185.25 Brown, Nile 92,94,1 27.115 Brown, Sam 92,93,108,122,127 Brown, Stacey 60 Brown's Pharmacy 185 Brunke, Debora 1 34,46 Brunke, Mary 142 Buehrcr, Denise 150.86,65.116 Buckallew, Beth 142 Buckallew, Khyl 92,123,158,73 Buckallew, Tim 105,1 34 Buckman, Curt 89,102,155 Bpmgarner. Denise 70.157,158 Burchett, Rona 7 3,142 Burke, Beth 96,1 34 Burke. Pat 92.93.102,122,123.158.89.1 19, 84,118 Burke, Shawn 142 Burris, Jan 1 27 Burt, Susan 142 Burton, Ralph 158,173 Burton. Ronnie 150 Bush, Gina 25,68.71 Butler, Sean 92,150,43.122,123,65,81,120 Buell, Margaret 127 C CB World 190 Cadets 60-61 Calla way, Jim 92,95,115,142 Campbell, Michael 1 27 Campbell, Rebecca Ann 158 Carder. Dean 19,158 Carder, Shelly 134 Carlson, Rhonda 158 Carpenter, Benita 73,90,91,142 Carpenter, Carla 171 Carr. Carrie 150,178 Carr, Craig 92,105.142 Carr. Randy 73,92,109.113 Carroll. Charles 142 Carter, Cheryl 150 Carter, William 94,1 34 Case, Ronny 158 Cates, Jeff 142 Cazzell, Carol 65,68,70,158 Cazzell, Kevin 150 Cedar, Jeffrey 2,150 Chapman, Larry 92,94,104 Chaney, Charles 142 Chaney, Carla 1 34 Chaney, Danny 142 Chaney, Debbie 151 Charlson, Andy 83.86,88,89,1 15,159.114 Check, Kevin 1 34 Cheerleaders 65-68 Childs, David 134 ChUds, Vicki 151 CHUCK ANDERSON FORD 178 CHUCK’S CAB 188 Clark, Gerrie 127 Clark, Jim 132 Gaus, Ron 151 CLAY COUNTY MOTORS 180 Clavpole, Janet 142 Claypool. Jim 115,122,123,142 Gemens, Tammy 1 34 Gevenger, Brenda 1 34 Clevenger, Carla 142 Clevenger, Cathy 159 Clevenger, Glen 134 Clevenger, Pam 46,65,82,142,204 Clevenger, Pam 82,151 Clevenger, Jo Ann 133 Gevenger, Kim 151 Clevenger, Ruth 132 Clinton, Cindy 65,66,151 Coats, Brad 151 Coats, Larry 53,151 Cobb. Kendall 159 Cogdill, Ronald 65,126.127 Cogdill, William, 127 Cohoon, Dale 151 Cohoon. Susie 143 Coleman, Robin 1 34 Coleman, Toni 127 Colvin, David 143 Colwell, Terri 153 COMMERCE BANK 190 Concerts 8,9 Conley, Gailya 143 Conner, Susan 151.152,154.204 Conwell, Chris 171 Cook, Mike 151 Cooper, Dawn 65,71.79,96,122,143 Cooper, Donna 132 Courtney, J.M. 92,105,115.143 Court warming 22,23 Couts, Connie 1 26 Covert, Perry 1 34 Covey, Gary 151 Cowling, Pam 65,151 Cox, Debbie 143 Cox, Janet 16,66,159 Cox, Monty 143 Cox. Robert 64,65,151 Craven, Jim 19,61,65,77,79,159 Cravens, Marc 94.1 34,11 3 Crawford, Jennifer 143 Creason, Jonna 71,143 Creativity 58,59 Crippen, Billie 151 Crippen, Judith 134 Crist, Cathy 96.143,116.73 Cross Country Boys 88.89 Cross Country Girls 86,87 Crowley, Terri 96.1 34,139 Cunningham, Michelle 143 Cunningham. Ray 134 Curry, Linda 1 34 Curry, Michelle 11,151 Curtis, Bob 115,1 26 Curtis, Kim 143 Cyrus, Susan 101,143,73 d Dady, John 143 Dagley. Debbie 143 Dagley, Sheila 71,1 34 Dagley, Terry Daniels, Carl 143 Danner, Barbara 65 Darnell, Alan 1 34 David, Lisa L. 143 Davis, Anita 159 Davis, Betty 91,135 Davis, David 135 Davis, Lisa 16,151 Davis, Kendall 11,49.92,115,151,1 14 Davis, Ronald 1 35 Davidson, Bill 142,143 Davidson, Mike 92,94,126 Davison, Kelly Jo 151 Davidson, Rhonda 135 Da volt, Cheryl 143 Davolt, Jeff 159 Day, Marsha 135 Decker, Deborah 1 35 Delano Laurie 91,151 Dextraze, Linda Ann 16,26,65,82,159,1 16, 172 Dickey, Michael 88,89,102,103,122,151.154, Dickey, Mitchell 108,143.118 Dickey, Nancy 132 Dickey, Ronald 65,86,89,115,122,123,159 Dickey, Scott 151 Dirck, Kathy 143,116 Dirck, Marsha 159 Discipline 44,45 Dockery, Kevin 105,135 Dooley, Paula 16,65,151,116 Dorsey, Dale 1 35 Dorsey, Darlene Dorsey, Linda 135 Dotson, Cynthia 126 Dowell, Diana 96,99,101,143,7 3 Dowell, Frank J. 92.108.112.125,151,113, 73 Dowell, Karla 13,65,96,100,122,127,161, 73 Downer, Linda 91,160 DRIVE-IN 178 Dravenstott, Steve 143 Due, Debby 135 Dumas, Jimmy 135 Dunagan, Gregg 143 Dunagan, Vickey 77,79.160 Duncan, Barry 92,104.105,143 Duncan, Nancy 151 Dye, Karen 142.143 e Eales, Bradley 102,122,123,151 Ealey, Pam 135 Easley. Debbie 43,160 Easley. Karen 61,65,91.99,100,160 Easley, John 135 Ealsey, Ricky 160 Easley. Roger 143 Easley. Rose 143 Eastburn, Diann 1 35 E-Club 122.123 Edwards, Pat (freshman) 94,115,135,114 Edwards, Pat (junior) 65,92,15 1 Edwards, Ralph 94.126,136 Edwards, Tammy 91,143,73 Eide, Jim 102,151 Eiker, Sharon 126,59 Einerson, Paul 102,104,123.171 Elam, Randy 160 Eldredge, Francine 96,99,100,160 Eldredge, Mark 143 Eldredge. Sharon 23,96,151,154 Elliott, Cheryl 160 Elmore, Carol 81,151 Endsley, Arthur 24,94,108,136 Entwistle, Karen 17,51,66,126,127 Erisman, Peggy 50,136 Essig, Rick 55,143 Essig, Steve 160 Eubanks, John 143 Ewing, Rose 143 Ewing, Venetta 143,160 EXCELSIOR AUTO SUPPLY 186 Experiments 46,47 f Faculty 126-129 Falconer, Scott 92,94,105,115,143 Falen, Carla 1 36 Fall Play 16-18 FARM HOME 190 Ferguson, John 94,136 Ferguson, Jonnic 143 Ferrell, Cathy 151 Ferril, Gail 75,136 Field Trips, Speakers 52,53 Fields, Coy 141 Fields, Kenneth 86,126,1 28,116 Fields, Rickie 143 Filley, Lisa 110,143,146.59 Filley, Raymond 122 Findley, Mike 19,143,28,73 l ine, Cris 12,19,65,66,77,82.151,35 Fine, Robert 1 27 Finley, Randy 1 36 Finley, Steve 141 Firth. Coby 151 Fisher, Angela 1 36 Fisher, Scott 151 Fletcher, Cheryl 55,160 Flood, Mark 92,143,73 Floyd. Lisa 136 Football 92-95 Forte, Tony 136 Foster, Skip 115 Foster, Larry 15,65,81,92,93,106,160 Foster. Rebecca 160 foster, Shari 65,99,101,151.154,116,73 Poster, Sharon 1 29 Foster, Willie 143 Frank, Jerry 94,1 36 Franklin, Jim 94,1 36 Franklin, John 38,151 I ranklin, Linda 151 Franklin, Shelly Marie 60,44,204 Frasier, Allen 160 Frcitag, Tommy 92,49.161.113 French, Terry Winn 161 Freshmen 134-141 Frye, Lee Ann 9,136 FT A F HA 74,75 F uchs, Leanna 136 s Gabrielson, Gail 126,127 Gakle, Gale 151,73 Galbol, Chris 161,70.204 Galbol, Keely 96,136 Galey, Karen 86,136 Galey, Leo 16,92,151,66,81,115 Gardner, Tracy 161 Garbison, Tammy 144 Garner, Carol Lynn 161 Garnett. Kathy 151 Garrett, Cleo 1 31 Gately, Kelly 144 Gee, Kelly 86,136 Gehrs, Kim 161 Giddens, Brenda 156 GUlis, Kay 150,151,82,65,30,58 Givens, Sandra 49,83,127 Gladden, Valerie 1 36 Glunt, Martin 161 Godsey, Kathy 144 Golf 118,119 Goligoski, Darlene 23,161 Goode, Barbara 91,136.116 Goode. Mark 144,105,115 Gooding, Carol 136,32,72 Gooding, Gene 127,73,72 Gooding, Kelli 151,73 Goodrich, Janna 144 Goodrich, Jerry 16,19,171 Gorham, Robin 91,136,116,72 Gosnell, Tambria 151 Grace, Joe 131 Grace, Susan 57,14.16.66,65,161,81,204, 34.33,58 Graham, Steve 151 Grass, Pat 157,161.120 Gray, Susie 25,144 Grayson, Fred 105.136,72 Index, by Debbie Ragar 195 Greaves, Becky 64,65,77,151 Greaves, Steve 136,11 3 Greaves, William 127 Green, Michael 77,83,157,161,1 14 Greenhagen, Lewis 115 Griffin, Dana 161 Griffin, David 92,95.151,157 Griffin, Frank 1 27 Griffin, Kara 161,29 Griffing, Michael 136 Griggs, Johnny 144 Grisham, Sandy 1 36 Gross, J ulie 64,65,151 Grosshans, Larry 136,72 Grubbs, Sam 115,136 Grubbs, Tom 92,94,144 Gulley. Dennis 151 Gulley, Lori 144,31 Guy, Randy 151 li-M-k Haberstock. Ralph 161.181 Halberstadt, Katrina 161 Halberstadt, Pam 144 Hale, Chriss 136 Hall, Chuck 92,105,144 Hall, Laurie 1 1,84,100,122.151,116 Hall, Mike 94.105,136 Hall. Nancy 57,127,204 Hall, Sherrie 65,81,162 HaObauer, Celinda 162 HAL’S CAR WASH 192 Hamer. Christina 55.151 Hamer, ElUotte 162 Hamer, Russell 136 Hampton. Carole 16,24,26.27,66,67,144,29 Hampton, Terri 136.116 Hampton, Stephanie 70,136 Hamilton, Todd 109.144, 204 Hanna, Susan 127 Hannah, John 144 Hannah. Tammy 162 Harden. David 94,115,1 36,72 Hardison, Bob 171 Hardy, Lonnie 16,19,66,151,187 Harris, Lisa 90.91.144,120 Harris, Marie 162 Harris, Mike 106,107.144 Harrison, Eddy 162 Harrison, Kelly 96.1 36 Harrison, Larry 105,136 Harrison, Shelley 162,30 Hartman, Randy 92,144.120 Hayter, Chuck 67,105,115,136 Hayworth, Bill 151 Head, Janet 19,46,56,71,81,104,127.151, 204 Head, Sara 68.69,71,81.144 Heavelow, Teresa 144 Hedges, Christine 68,60,136 Hedges, Virginia 23,91,122,162.116,30,59 Hedrick. Kathy 16,144,31 Hellstrom, Mike 72 Henderson, Connie 144 Henderson, Vanessa 48,151 Hcndley, Gary 92,93,115 Hendley. Terry 94.105.115,136,162 Hendricks, Randy 151 Hendricks, Vernon 12,56,65,162 Henson, Dennis 152,7 3 Henson, Jay 144 Henderson, Connie 144 Hightower, Kenny 144 Hightower, Rodney 162 196 Index, by Debbie Ragar Hightower, Ronda 152 Hightower, Terry 1 36 Hiskett, Kathy 162 Hiskey, Stacey 144 Hiskey, Wendy 144 Hobbs, Doug 144.92,122,2.1 15.73 Hodges, Jerry 1 37 Hoel, Linda 128,172 Holbrook, Laura 65,162,73 Holbrook, Sara 144,73 Holman, Lanny 144 Holman, Ranny 144 Holman, Sherry 162 Holman, Tammy (freshman) 137 Holman. Tammy (junior) 152 Holman. Troy 152 Holt, Clifford 144.180 Holt. Deanna 137,71,72 Holt, Guy 144 Holt, Mikki 137 Holt, Renee 137 Holt, Phillis 137 Holt, Rodney 144.118 Holt, Steve 162,118 Holtzclaw, Ben 137 Holtzclaw, Dwayne 162 Holtzclaw, Larry 144 Homecoming 14,15 Homework 50,51 Hope, Annette 91,152,82,204,116 Hornsby, Eugene 152,49 Houck, Paul 102,89.122,162 Houghton, Connie 137 Houghton, Elaine 96,1 37,116 Houghton, Karen 16.144.71,29 Houghton, Linda 162 Houghton, Rick 144 House, Freida 1 28,131 Howard, Jeff 137 Howard. Todd 137,72 Huey, Julie 137 Huey, Pam 144,81,25 Huey, Steve 109,152,120 Huffstutler, James 19.152,77,79.78,24,35 Huls, Bill 12,127,128 Hughes, Doug 137,105 Humphreys, Beth 128 Hurslman, Michael 137 Hurshinan, Mike 137.94,105 Hutcheson, David 105 Hurtubise, .Alicia 144 Hurtubise, Roger 92,152,113 Husher, Diana 162 Hyder, Richard 130,172 Irby, Hyde 137.94 Jackson, Brenda 152,65,46 Jackson, Lynn 96,144 Jackson, Paul 162 Jackson, Paula 96,137,81 Jackson, Roy 106,162,119,118 Jamison, Jamie 92,105.144,73 Jamison, Tom 144,115 Jarman. Martha 131 Jaudon, Jana 19,24,66-67,144 Jenkins, Sandra 152,180 Jenkins, Theresa 96,137,139,1 16 Jesse, Jerry L. 144 Jewell, Richard 144 Johnston, Gary 162 Johnston, Kerry 36,152 Johnson, Kurt 94,95,137,11 3 Johnson, Rebecca 162 Jones, Angela 65,81,91,15 2 Jones, Angie 137 Jones, Craig 92,115,144 Jones, Elizabeth Ann 152 Jones, Hiram 144,73 Jones, Larry 128,172 Jones, Marsha 1 37 Jones, Missy 141 Jones, Peggy 16,65,152 Jones, Penny 18,65,67,71,77.82.162.204,59 Jones, Susan 90,91,127,128,172 Jones, Theresa 152 Jones, Theresa 162 Jones, Tom 1 37,113 Jones, Tony 10,144,113 Jordison. Randy 12,92,162 JUDD’S COUNTRY SUPER 1 79 Juniors 150-155 Kane, Bernard L. 152 Kane, David 137 Kappmeyer, Kent 92,93,106,107,152 Keeton, Karen 137 Keeton, R. C. II, 36.40,153,73 Kelly, Gary 144 Kelly, Tim 162,30 Kelley, Steve 109,153,73 Kelsey. Sheri Lee 162,173 Kendrick, Louis D. 89,115,144 Kendrick, Peggy 81,161,162,73 Kennedy, Craig 92,113 Kennedy, Gary 128,172 Kerns, Pam 162,185 Kerns, Paula 1 37 KERN’S SALES SERVICES 185 KEXS 192 Key, Suzan 16,66,153,59 Kiefer, Alan 1 37,72 Kilgore, Ronda 144 King, Barbara 153 King, Jill 153 King, Mary Jane 164 Klatt, Pat 65,92,123,153,204 Kline, Susan 61,164 Kleinbeck, Denise 164 Kleinbeck, Michelle 81,137,139 Knipker, Janet 96,1 37 Knox, Jennifer 137 Knox, Jim L 153,118 Knudsen, Martin 164 Knudsen, Tim 153 Knudsen, Scott 1 37 Knudsen. Susan 68,144 Koehler, Christopher William 105,144 Kohl. Jan 16,17,19,20,27,57,66,82,164, 204,35,28 Kohl, Kelly 14,144 Kramer, Lance 94,138 Kroush, Becky 153 Kuhnohoff, Bill 164,204 Kukowski. Denise 138,46 Kukowski, Lonnie 164 I Labrie, Pam 138 Lackey, Sherri 164 Ladd, Debbie 164 Lake, Connie 144 Lammcrt, Rick 55,144 Lancaster, Steve 138,94,115 Lane, Paul 138,94,118 Langdon, Perry 153 Lansford, Jim 1 22,128,119 Lansford, Marillyn 65,128 Lasser, Debbie 144 LaSala, Tina 138 Lattin, Tammy 144 Lawrence, Mark 138.89,105,115 Lawrence, Robin 164 Leardi. Wayne J. 153 LEARNING EARNING 38-41 Ledford, Richard 138 Lee, Jon Ed 138 Lee, Rick 144,118 Lee, Theresa Lynn 164,70,73 Lester, David 153 Let hem, Chris 105,115 Lewis, David 144,24 Lewis. Mark 89,87,105,115 Lewis, Tammy 138 Lichte, Ronnie 138 Liechti, Melinda 164 Liechti, Melisa 164 Ligon, Randy 92,153,102,94 Ligon, Steve 153,46,59 Ligen, Susan Lynn 138,144 Lingle, Cliff A. 164,70 Lingle, Susie 138 Linheart, Sheldon 144 Link. Brad 144.115 Link, Lisa 153,204 Litle, Bobbie 164 Litle. Penny 144 Lockard, Kim 10,68,14.165,70 Loethen, Steve 153,51,16,66,36,204 Loftin, Elaine 138 Loftin, James 153 Loomis, Bob 153 Loomis, David 1 38 Loomis, Debbie 144 Looney, Jim 144 Looney, Tracy 144 Love, Alan 84,106,120,153 Love, Brenda 144 Love, Ricky 165 Lovelace, Dave 129 Loveland, Dandle 14,16,23,65,70.165 Loveland, Danny 102,153 Loveland, Darrell 72,94,105,138 Lynch, David 1 1,73,77,144.153 Loyd, Sharon 138 m -in McCant, Myron 94,72 McCarroll, Scott 102,153 McCroskie, Jim 165 McCormack, Beverly 144 McCoy, Allison 16,17,18,19,66,82,165,32, 204 McCoy, Kathy 65,153 McCoy, Mark 1 38 McCoy. Paul 186 McCray, Lois 146 McCullough, Jim 92,105,146,1 18,73 McDaniel, Penny 38.165,116 McDaniel, Tim 81,89,105.122,146,120 Me El wee, Brent 53,81.92,102,122,123,165 McElwce, Earl 131 McElwee, Kent 92,153,185 McFaddcn, Charles 146 McFadden, Cheryl 101,143,146,116 McFadden, Vickie 138,72 McGee, Scott 16,19,153 McGaugh, Debbie 14,65,68,81.100,165 McGinness, Chris 146 McGonigle, Sean 94,138,72 McKown, Kitty 165 McKown, Susan 81,146 McKown, Terry 64,65,152,153 McKown, Tom 132 McLendon, Marsha 150,153,180,58 McMillan, Mac 16,19,66,67,15 3 McNary, Gay 153 McNamara, Michelle 91,146 McNamara, Steve 105,1 38 Me Peak, Sherry 138 McWhorter, Midge 1 38 McWhorter, Sheila 165 Mad, Jerry 144 Malay, Deena 124,153,204 Malay, Lisa 25,68,71.81,145 Malbaff, Cindy 96,122,161.165,116 Malone, Barbara 1 38 Malone, Debbie 131,171 Mallory, Tom 138 Manheim, Blane 22 Manley, Kathy 1 38 Manley. Kurt 153 Mansell, Leann 153 Marchini, Chris 86,88,89.115,1 22,123,165 Marchini, Mike 89,102,1 15,153 MARIETTA DRUG STORE 178 Marrant, Ron 153 Martin, Cheryl 1 38 Martin, Clayton 165 Martin, Dale 94 Martin, Dwayne 141 Martin, J.B. 129 Martin, Jim 153 Martin, Joyce 144 MARTINEZ SCHOOL OF COSMETOLOGY 184 Massey, Dan 157,165,73 Masters, Gary 65,102,104,165 Masters. Mary 1 38 Mathison, Lisa 138 Matson, Pat 146 Mayfield, Kelly 94,105,138 Mensing, Helen 146 Mensing, Jean 146 Merando, Francis 128 Merando, Jim 128 Mercer, Rick 102,153 Mercer, Vaughn 146 Meredith, Daniel 146 Meredith, Debbie 153 Michael, Dick 113 Miller, Jonna 96,1 38 Miller, Lisa 146 Miller, Michelle 90,91,146,73 Miller, Tammy 7,153 Miller, Todd 94,110,138 Millentree, Lisa 13 Mills, Kendall 94,138,72 Mills, Larry 57.65,79,109 Mills, Laura 65,91,153,116,31,73 Mills, Steve 65,153,118 Millsap, Cheryl 166 Millsap, Eugene 105,146 Millsap, Sherry 96,138 Mini-Convention 12.1 3 MISSOURI POWER LIGHT 178 Mitchell. James 1 38 Moberly, Donny 92.146,113,7 3 Mohn, Frosty 92,166,167,204 Monnig, Kathy 65,153 Moore, Rodney 146 Moore, Sharon 153 Moran, Loretta 138 Moran, Bill 146 Morgan, Gerry 166 Morgan, Lynn 146 Morgan. Marsha 146 Morduc, Bill 129 Morphis, Terry 138 Morris, Jo Ann 129 Mouser, Tom 16,19,66,125,166,32,29 Mullikin, Sharon 1 37 Mullin. Bruce 147 Mulin, Michael 166 Muns, Jill 138 Mu ns, Terry 15 3 Murphy, Bob 92,138,11 3 Murray, Chris 94,138 Murray, Denise 153 Murray, Douglas 138 Musical 32-35 Mygatt. Larry 166 Myrick, Linda 1 29 n-c-P-a Naylor, Terry 147 Naylor, Bud 89,138,72 Neff, Deborah 1 38 Nicmeyer, Phil 89,102,122,166 Niemeyer, Karen 138 Noble, Mark 166,31 Noble, Mike 20,166,31 Noblct, Ann 147 Noblet. John 138 Norris, John 115,153 Norris, Lannv 129 Norris, Russell 94.105,11 3.138 O’Dell, Bea 153 O'Dell. Brad 124,166 O’Dell, Debbie 147 O’Dell. Dennis 147 O’Dell, Jon 80,153,181 O’Dell, Kandi 110,138.116 O'Dell, Soundra 166 Odle, Shawn 1 38 Offield, Pam 153 Offoot. Raymond 120.15 3 O'Leary, Judy 4. 166 O’Leary, Sharon 138,35,72 Oligschlaeger, James 153,73 Olson, James Olson, Karen 147 Olsson, Robert 147 Orava, Susan 96.101,1 22,15 3,116,117 Ortner. Shawn 1 38 Ousley, Keith 153 Overman, James 147 Overman, Mary 65,166 Overman, Mary Kay 166 Owens, Julie 147 Owens, Mark 1 38 Owens, Terry 153 Owens, Carol 166 Palier. Mike 92,94,105.1 15,122,123,147 Palmar, Jesse 138 Palmer, Mark (freshman) 65,138,167 Palmer. Mark (senior) 84,92,93,122,123 Palmer, Paul 94,138 Parks, Tim 94,1 38 Parsons, Adrian 167,173 Parsons, Tim 94,105,1 39 Partridge, Rodney 109,153 Partridge, Veronica 91.139 Patchin, Cheryl 48 Patrick, Charles 130 Patrick, Kevin 147 Patrons 190,191 Payne, Melanie 153.73.72 Peebles, Kevin 139 Penrod, Cindy 147 Perry, Jim 92,147 Perryman, Glen 147 Index, by Debbie Ragar 197 Pigg. Chris 147 Piacenza, William Piburn, Patty 137,139,116 Piburn, Teresa 167 Piercy, Keith 80,153 Pittijohn. Lonnie 139 Plattenburg, Cathy 81,96.147 Plattenburg, Becky 96,139 Pom Pon 70,71 Pope, Velvet 147 Porter, Steve 147 Powell. Curtis 65.167,120,172 Powell, Sherry 96,147 Prewitt, Ron 139,72 Prewitt, Tony 55,153 Proctor, Kellie 139 Production 56,57 Propst, Anthony 1 39 Prosser, Laura 153 Pulse, Jim 65,81,84,92,93,106,107,167,120 Purgason, Darden 36,65,89,102,115,153 Quinn. Allen 1 39 r Ragar, Debbie 99,101,122,123,152,153, 204.116,7 3,58 Ragar. Mark 105,147 Rambo, Mike 153 Railey, Robin 167 Rash. Brenda 147 Rash, Jim 106,167,173 Rash, Jeff 139,118 Rash. Kathy 101,153 Raulie, Robbie 81,89,105,147 Ray, Ruby 96,147 Rea, Candy 154 Red hair, Ted 131 Reece, Daniel 106,167,157 Reece, Joe 147 Reece, Mike 129 Reed, Cliff 147,120 Reed, Kenton 65,92,109,154 Reeves, Roberta 91,147 Reeves, John 147 Reid, Beverly 147,191 Reid, Butch 92,94,105,123,147 Renick, Larry 17,19.122,154,120,73 Rethemeyer, Velma 167 Reynolds. Randy 154,178 Reynolds, Richard 89 Rhodes, Diana 1 39 Rhodus, David 92,167 Rice, Shelly 137,139 Riley, Ann 129,128 Riley, Diane 19,61,18,70,81,104,167 Rimmer, Everett 147 Ripe, Renny 139 Rittman, Robin 139 Robb. Lori 14,81,154,204,58 Robinson, David 147 Rogers, Lisa 91,147 Rogers, Shelvina 167 Rohde, Beth 167 Rohde, John 147 Rolls, James 154 Roos, Carol 99,100,101.147 Rose, Susan 128 Ross, Tammy 96,1 39,72 Ross, Martin 139 Roth, Roger 154 Rounkles, Jill 14,23,65.68,71,81,152,154, 35,30 Round, Cecile 139 198 Indcx, by Debbie Ragar Rowan, Belinda 96,147 Roy, Randy 147 ROYAL GRILLE 180 Rupley. Val 90,91,167 Russell, Stephanie 14,25,68,71,147 Russell, Steve 22,94,139,118 Rydings, Susan 66.147 RYTHI R AUCTION SERVICE 185 Ryther, Kathy 154 S St. John, Mark 102,89,154 St.John, Robert 102,154.89,115 St. John, Tim 168 St. John, Tom 1 38 Sagar, Shanon 154, 73 Sampson, James 1 39 Sams, Roy 154 Samborski, Becky 147 Satterfield, Daryl 105,147 Saxton, Dixie 154,79 Sandy, Shelly 147 Schley, Bob 92,94 Schmitz, Renae 154,82,204 Schmitz, Tommy 154 Schoonover, Kendall 57,12,19,82,65,164 Schoonover. Randy 147,81 Schreiman, Dianna 147,144,99,100,116,73 Schreiman, Janet 86,147.144,122,101 Schutz, Diane 128 Science Club 82,83 Scobee, Karla 1 39 Scoma, David 168 Scoma, Teresa 138 Scott, Sherry 139 Seek, Emery 139 Seidl, John 138 Sellers, Teresa 138 Seniors 156-175 Sexton, Mark 147,105 Shade, Robby 137 Shade, Scott 154.54 Sharp. Connie 96,138 Sharp, Doug 154,6 Sharp, Jamie 154,99,100,65,73 Sharp, Leland 1 38 Sharp, Mitchell 92,93,65,112,168,84,113 Sharp, Terry 154,92,122.123 Shaul. Scott 65,154,73 Shea, Doris 91,148,81,73 Shea, Marie 154,101,116 Shelor, Gail 1 38 Shelton, Becky 101,148 Shelton, Jerry 1 38,94 Shemwell, Bob 148 Shepard, John 128,106,107 Shepard, Mary 128,116 SHEPARD’S TONSOR 1AL PARLOUR 191 Sheilds, Don 168.115,114 Shipley, Tammy 154,99,100,116 Shoemaker, Gary 138 Shoemaker, Larry 138 Short, Gina 159 Short, Janelle 96,138 Short, Jeff 168 Shouse, Sam 122 Shultz, Brad 83,65,168.204,34,33 Siegel, Roger 92,158,81,113 Siegel, Tammy 10,69,61,11,168,70,157,30 Silvcy, Jeff 140 Sims, Dianna 96,148 Sims, Ken 92,93,106,68,30 Simmons, Jerry 154,39 Simpson, Rhonda 148 Sipes, Sherri 140 Sisk, Keith 148 Sisson, A1 140 Skiljan, Dana 140 Slater, Kathy 96,140 Slayton, Gail 154 Sloan. Margo 148,25 Sloan, Rick 92,105,148,81,25 Sloan, Sheila 154 Slote, Betty 132 Smart, Kelly 140 Smith, Barry 92,93,154,1 1,65,58 Smith. Brian 155,65 Smith, Debbie 101,148,116,73 Smith, Esther 86,155,65,155.116 Smith, Glenda 140,23,70,81,1 16 Smith, George, 168,11 3 Smith, Jackie 168 Smith, Len 168 Smith, Mark 140,94,141 Smith, Roger 148 Smith, Roy 1 30 Smith, Pat 96,155,99,123,101,100,73 Smith, Sandra 140,91 Smoot, Larry 92,155,109,65,81,113,73 Sn pp, Mark 155 Snelling, Mark I 20 Snider, Janie 128 Soltysiak, Harry 163,168 Sommerfield, Kenny 140 Sophomores 142-149 Sophomore Variety Show 24-25 Southwick, Jeff 155,119,118 Soutter, Chris 169 Spear, Gary 140 Spear, Joe 148 Sperbeck, Karen 57,155,82,65 Sperbeck, Steve 140 Spero, Carl 169 Spidlc, Kathy 169 Spirit Week 10,11 Spohn, Sharon 169,159 Spor, Kellie 140 Spring Play 56-57 Stafford, Jeff 140,94,113 Stalder, David 140,43,94 Stalder, Dawn 96.148,116 Stanley, Mark 148 Stark, Kim 122,148,116 Stark, Robby 140,94,115 Starnes, Dale 16,66,169,32,73 Starnes, Walter 140 Steen, Paul 92,148,120 Steen, Ray 92,55,102 Stephan, Jeffery 148 Stephens, Jimmy 155 Stephens, Theresa 148 Sterling, Jane 148 Sterling, Mark 57,19,83,82,169,204 Stevens, Mary 148 Stever, Dianna 10,155,1 1,36,204 Stewart, Janet 68,140,22,70 Stewart, Sid 169 Stewart, Sherri 96,140,55,110,116,72 Stewart, Steve 148 Still, Marsha 140,116 Stiles, Patricia 169 Stirnaman, Karen 169 Stitt, Dale 88,140,89,105,81,1 15 Stitt, Glen 155,102,103 Stock, Chris 140,94,105,72 Stock, Jay 155,102 Stock, Michael 104,102,123,169 Stocklas, Bill 128 Stock well, Bettie 96,122,148 Stodgell, I-rank 155 Stolz, Barb 91,104,148,71.91,25 Stolz, Oliver 155,102,89 Stolz, Steve 89,102,155 Stone. Cherlyn 140 Stone, Kathy 169 Stratton, Mark 169 Strode, John 169 Stuckey, Gene 129 Stucki. Roger 86,89,129,1 15 Student Council 80,81 Sutton, Stephanie 6,61,169 Swanson, Kathy 57,65,82,155 Swcarington, Jim 89,115,148 Swearington, Sue 140 Swearingin, Vicki 148 Swope, Brenda 155 Swope, David 94,140.118 Swoboda, Larry 169 Sykes, Keith 155 t-V Tackett, Carolyn 170 Tackett, Mike 140 Tailon, Tod 148 Talbott, Becky 170 Talbott, John 81,140,72 Talley, Charlotte 157,167 Talley, Debra 57,170,204,58 Talley, Jeanne 155 Tarwaters, Roxie 170 Taylor, Pam 140 Taylor, Sherry 155 Taylor, Steve 140 Teat, BUI 170 Teat, Cheryl 96,148 Teat, Tim 148 Teegarden, David 140 Teegarden, Jackie 186 Templeton, Charles 170 Templeton, Nathan 94,140 Tennis Boys 120,121 Tennis Girls 90,91 Terrell, Terri 161,170,186 TerreU, Tracy 96,148 Tesar, Holly 128 Tesar, Larry 96 Tests 54,55 Thacker, Mike 148 Thompkins, Craig 155 Thompson, Alison 170 Thompson, Betty 137 Thompson, Nancy 77, 155 Thompson, Sheila 140 Thompson, Sheri 170 THRIFTWAY 187 Tiffen, Mitcheal 12,170 Titus, Suzann 140,72 Todd, Cindy 96,140,116,72 Todd, James 140 Track Boys 114,115 Track Girls 116,117 Troutman. Royce 92.155 Trowbridge, Tim 92,155,73 Turecek, Debbie 170,173 Turner, Tab it ha 10,148 Turner, Dan 10,84.108.115.148 TWENTIETH CENTURY SHEARS 184 Twitchell, Kathy 170 Tyra, Robin 140 Van Hoy, Myrna 170 Van Hoy, Rhonda 170 Vassmcr, Brad 43,164,170 Vassmer, Michael 43,171,31 Vassmer, Patricia 155 Vassmer, Robert 140 Vest, Mark 12,61,171 Villers, AUen 109,155,113 Villers, Mike 92,115,148,114 Vincent, BUI 41,155 Vincent, Terry 92,148 Vocal Music 76,77,78,79 Vogler, Vince 94,115,140 Volley Ball 96.97 Vroom, Gary 155,171 w-x-y-z Wait, Clarence 155 Walker, Laura 51,82,1 22,155,204,1 16,58 Walldrup, Karen 49,140 Waller, Sally 4,25,71,116.148 Walters, Danny 155 Walters, Kathy 171 Walters, Melissa 148 Walters, Roberta 77,171 Walters, Susan 101,148 Wanger, Bobby 148 Wanger, Carolyn 140 Ward, Debbie 59,148 Ward, Stanley 140 Ward, Van Wayne 12,32,129 Warren, Marty 140 Watkins, BiU 2,155 Watson, John 92,155 Watson, Martha 96,116,140 Watson, Terrie 148 Weant, Bill 148 Wheeler, Luanna 73,116,149 Wehr, Leslie 73,148 Weishaar, Stephanie 55 Wellman. Brad 140 Whelchcl, Lance 140 White, Alisa 140 White, Bobby 94,140 White, Donna 155 White, Michelle 73,75,155 White, Richard 155 Whitney, Gene 155,19,66,92,65,125,49,35 Whitham, Randy 171 Wicker.Steve 171 Wilhite, Becky 149 Wilkins, Richard 12,106,107,92.171 Williams, Chriss 106,92,148,23,113 Williams, Dennis 102,104.171 Williams, Donna 69 Williams, James 94,140 Williams, Robin 68,140,1 22,13,70 Williams, Shari 96,140,125,72 Williams, Sonra 155,82,73,204 Williams, Tammy 140 Wilson, Becky 148 Wilson, Beverly 140 WUson, Brad 140 WUson, Ester 55,155 WUson, Kathy 148 WUson, Pam 55,155 WUson, Ronald 140 WILSON'S SPORT SHOP 180 Winfree, Tammy 148 Winslow, Terry 141 Wise, Monty 4,148 Wise, Pam 141 Wisniewski, Charlene 129,154 Wisniewski, Lou 65,94,129 Witt, John 94,115,141 Wollard, David 15.92,171 Wollard, Philip 148 Wollard, Sharon 46.65,155,176 Woods, Barbara 133 Woods, Gary 65.113,155 Woods. Janet 65,116,117,155 Woods, Jeff 81,106,113,171 Woods, Kyle 148 Woods, Rhonda 155 Woods, Roger 141 Woodsmall, Patty 141 Woodside, Dennis 92,148,73 Workman, Lance 105,141,72 Workman, Larry 149 Wormslcy, Jaleen 96,141,116,72 Wormsley, Janet 149.1 16 Wormslcy. Judy 133 Worst ell, Cherie 171 Wresting 102-105 Wright, Bruce 171 Wright, Dennis 92,171 Wright, Lynn 155 Wright, Marvin 129 Wright, Tiffany 14,68,70,139.141 Wrisinger, Terry 141,116,72 Wuttke, Brenda 25,86,122,149,1 16 Young, Harry 131,132 Young, Rick 113 Zuklin, Jonny 155 Zupka, Mark 149 Index, by Debbie Ragar 199 Cr • i • VAV.V.SVAVrtV.V.' Hand-held computers become commonplace in math and science classes. (below) Like a spectre, this century-old frame house still clings to the prairie near Kearney. •••••••••� •«•• «� • • ••• ••• � •• «� v Ncarney. ■ • Echoits Prom irlni Once again a senior class has graduated from Excelsior Springs. It seems as if school has been a part of our lives for as long as we can remember. It may have seemed an eterni- ty but considering how young we all were it was not all that long. But how young were we? We were born into a time when the world was ever revolutionizing itself; it affected our lives, though by living from day to day we did not al- ways notice it. We were used to it; our minds had accepted this accelerated pace; one could say it was our way of life. Mother nature died a little as each day passed and with it a good deal of our heritage. A mere two centuries ago all of what is now termed the United States was wilderness in- habited by lean, hairy, red men that we all but exterminated in our short existence in this hemisphere. Most students considered themselves lucky to be living during the 20th century. We were a fortunate generation. We had our modern luxuries—but from out of the broken glass and rotted woodwork of old, decrepit buildings echoed hints of a simpler era. 200 closing, by Harry Soltysiak and Dianna Stever Removing the newly-purchased Christmas decorations from the downtown area is a member of the public works crew. (top) After ripping a trap door from the East High stage the May 4 tornado lifts back into the clouds, (middle) One casualty of the tornado was Connie Lake’s car. On a hill off north Highway 69 is the new $3,487,915 community hospital. It was completed in ten months, three months under schedule. 202 Closing, by Mark Sterling o Q 0 As a town’s economic mainstay is made obsolete by the passage of time, and real estate parcels and shops are vacated or bought by out-of-town prospectors, community spirit becomes an apathy-ravaged carcass. Watching this decay were the young people who saw their education with one goal—its completion, so they could leave town. In Excelsior Springs, this carcass was resurrected by three transfusions. Through pledges made by the Chamber of Commerce, other local merchants and area citizens to be paid over the next three years, new Christmas de- corations, costing approximately SI 1,000, were purchased. Lanterns adorned the Y area, located in the west sector of the city, holiday bells added to the Christmas mood at the east end of town and blinking candles illumi- nated the downtown district. One factor to persuade students to remain here after graduation was the completion of a 41,500 square foot, one-story brick structure which mark- ed the end to a five year struggle to have a new community hospital con- structed. Located at the north intersection of Jesse James Road and Highway 69, the full service hospital featured 41 single bed rooms, four obstetrical beds in two rooms, a seven-crib nursery and three combined CCU-ICU (cardiac care unit- intensive care unit) beds. At opening ceremonies Dec. 19, which 4,000 people attended, general contractor William Dunn, president of J.E. Dunn Construction Company, said what stood out in his mind and would remain in his memory of this project, were the dedication and determination of those working to keep a local hospi- tal even though the enterprise “died a thousand times.” In disaster, many a helping hand was volunteered. On a muggy, humid May 4, when most were returning from work, sitting down to the evening meal or finishing up after school sports prac- tices, a tornado ripped a 20 mile trail of ruin from Missouri City to Excelsior. Its ominous hand struck less than two blocks south of East High, where over 30 people were in rehearsal for the musical “The Sound of Music.” In its aftermath the storm was found to have destroyed houses, barns, livestock and the Assembly of God camp at Lake Mauer. It also found neighbor helping neighbor pick up the pieces. Improvements were accomplished at a slow pace. Neighbors knew each others business in a friendly way and cared. Closing, by Mark Sterling 203 Yearbook staff members arc, front: Debra Talley, Allison McCoy, Penny Jones, Annette Hope, Jan Kohl, Dianna Stever, The yearbook staff would like to thank all those who contributed their knowledge and time to achieve the completion of this publication. Mrs. Nancy Hall, Lisa Link, Renac Schmitz, Dcena Malay. Middle: Susan Grace, Pam Clevenger, Debbie Ragar, Janet Head, Laura Walker, Lori Robb, Shelly f ranklin. Bill kuhnhoff, Susan Conner. Back: Brad Shultz, I rosty Mohn, Pat Klatt, Roger At- kinson, Chris Galbol, Mark Sterling, Steve Loethen. Not pictured are: Denise Bum- garner, Vernon Hendricks and Harry Solty- siak. Also Sonra Williams, photographer. Once the spheres of our life have been balanced—home, school, country, world and universe—and visions of harmony sighted. o DXe 5 3) 204 Closing, by Mark Sterling s