Fillmore Central School - Crest Yearbook (Fillmore, NY)

Text from Pages 1 - 140 of the 1987 volume:

The 1987 Crest Volume 40 Fillmore Central School Fillmore, New York TRUE COLORS NANCY GILLETTE The Gillette’s have been with Fillmore for over twenty years. During that time, they have lovingly helped many elementary students learn to read, write, figure, and to develop socially. Mr. Gillette has taken time to coach little league baseball and boys’ basketball here at school. Mrs. Gillette did a beautiful job developing the FCS News last year and worked to bring about the Creative Playground. We’ve always liked their jokes and have respected them as teachers. Most of all we appreciate the way they’ve cared about us throughout the years. 2 Seniors 11 Underclassmen 21 Activities 37 Elementary 42 Faculty 59 Sports 71 Organizations 97 Honor 113 Academics also includes creative reporting as shown here by Lori Rhoades, Jennifer Hulse and Laura Brown. The three performed a dance to the song “Walk Like an Egyptian” to highlight an oral history report. Right: Sittin’ pretty, Jaime Ricketts completes her seatwork. Kindergarteners in Mrs. Carpenter's room learn the number of the week — “6.” Mrs. Wilmot's popular English class answers thought-provoking literature questions. 4 ACADEMICS Someone once wrote that the best indoor exercise is study. That’s certainly a large part of what we do at Fillmore. Classes begin at 8:27. In the elementary grades attendance and lunch count are taken. In high school we pro- ceed for four or five periods of math, S.S., English, etc. until lunchtime finally arrives. We have thirty minutes of good food and rough housing in the gym or downtown, then it’s back to several more periods of lectures, running, computing, or discussing. Academic study is the main pur- pose we attend school and most of us work hard at it. In the elemen- tary grades we are rewarded with stickers, smiles and even hugs for good work. In high school we study hard for the future rewards of col- lege, technical school, or job place- ment. Working toward that diploma is not an easy task, but deep down we enjoy the sense of accomplishment that success brings. Top Left: Getting help with homework in Mr. Witkowski’s study hall. Above: Mrs. McNeill’s English class reads silently. JUST BEING OURSELVES We are the faces of Fillmore High. Our faces show our creativity, concentration, love, and joy in being young. Some visages show hard work’s strain, others their crazy, non- conformist insides, still others the wonder and anticipation at what life may bring. We show our faith in life or lack of it in our faces. You can see the desire for a better life there. You can easily tell if we’re bored or in- terested, angry or sad. Hopeful- ly, people can see that in each one of us there’s really something good, something no- ble waiting to have its day. It’s a complicated world we live in and our countenances show that we know a lot, but there’s still so much more to learn. 6 Friends are Friends Forever Many of the acquaintances we made at F.C.S. will move on to faraway places and new oc- cupations after high school. There are those wonderful few, however, whom we know will always care and always keep in touch because they are our friends. Friendships aren’t easi- ly made and at times they are hard to keep up, but the fun, happiness, and security they give us are worth the work. A good friend is someone who listens during the rough times (when your boyfriend breaks off with you), who knows how to have a good time (going to dances, parties, going cycling), who can be trusted (with your deepest secret), who will give an honest answer (“yes, your new haircut is somewhat short”) and who knows how to give you a lift (a smile, a punch, a friendly phonecall). Most of all, a friend is loyal. He won’t put up with gossip about you, and he’ll de- fend you because he knows what you’re really like. A friend laughs when you laugh, cries when you cry, is quiet when silence is needed. A true friend is the best possession. 9 What Halloween Is All About Students finally got the day to be what they always wanted to be in school. They paraded through the halls showing their true colors and true personalities. Mike Bower was ready to strike his next victim. Seniors Maria, Lisa, and Heather provided triple entertainment, while Cara and Mark cuddled in the halls. Darryl Polaski showed us his stuff by prowl- ing the corridors in search of trouble. 10 II SENIOR CLASS OFFICERS This year’s senior class officers were Steve Alderman, President; Linda Krause, Vice- President; Karen Fuller, Secretary; and Joe Miller, Treasurer. It was up to the officers and their advisors, Mr. Krause and Mr. Witkowski, to organize fundraising efforts and activities such as the senior trip, auction, picnic, and prom. The class had a really fun year. At graduation they presented their advisors with brand new fishing equipment to relax with after they were gone. CLASS MOTTO This is the time to remember cause it will not last forever. These are the days to hold on to ’cause we won’t, although we want to. These are the days, times are gonna change. I know we have to get more somehow; I don’t want to lose this now. 13 SENIOR TRIP The Class of 1987 departed from Fillmore at 6:30 am on April 23. We arrived in Washington, D.C. and toured the city with the help of Al, our guide. Friday, we visited the Smithsonian and Williamsburg, Va. Saturday was spent at Busch Gardens. We brought home many memories and new friends (Raoul). COUISE ■ £ TO The Shall 7. 9 We the people, in order to form a more perfect union ... God bless America, land that I love... I’m a Yankee Doodle Dandy... For the land of the free and the home of the brave ... One nation under God, indivisible, with liberty and justice for all 14 Kitrina Anally gets what she deserves! JR-SR PICNIC Ahh! Sunshine Sweet Sunshine! Letchworth State Park hosted our junior-senior picnic this year. The weather cooperated, and the classes enjoyed a scrumptious barbecue. Everyone had fun lying in the sun and talking with friends. It was a nice end-of-the-year break before final exams. A time to relax together 16 Steve Alderman Amy Appleton Diane Armison Jill Ballard Gary Beardsley Lynn Beardsley Maria Beardsley Brian Brenneman Ken Brown Terry Brunke Julie Burrows Troy Carpenter f Kimberly Clark Brett Clouse Janet Cockle Matthew Cole Renee Cox Eva Cross Andy Cutting Ivy Fiegl Yvonne Fox Amy Frazier Jeff Frazier Larry Frazier Karen Fuller Michelle Good Kisa Gross Mark Hodnett Max Hodnett Betsy Husted Kitrina Kinney Stacy Kipple Lloyd Kirwan Paul Kish Marian McNiel Joe Miller Michael Noon Heather Myers Darla Owens Kevin Peet Greg Roberts Kathleen Shanks Matthew Taylor Nancy Thomas Shoua Vang Michael Vosburg Cara Wolfer James Wolfer Bill Worthington Michelle York Camera Shy Seniors Maria Acanfora, Pat Armison, Matt Ellis, Dave Drury, Denise Smith, Danielle St. Amant, Tom Vasile, Penny Walt, Mike York. BETTER LATE THAN NEVER 1987’s “Pokey Puppy” Awards go to eight very slow seniors. These poor procrastinators missed the color portrait deadline, but we’re happy to say they’re still here to be remembered in vivid black and white! Note: Apologies to Linda whose photo we lost for a while, and yes, that’s our only picture of Greg Roberts (doing what he does best!) Maria Acanfora Patrick Armison David Drury Matthew Ellis Jennifer Johnson Linda Krause Danielle St. Amant Penny Walt Michael York 17 Cuddly Row I Run OvriL Revin Ptatfi� PtiuJ Risit. Mte Burrows. Row 2 .Marian McNid. Duvid Drurv. Lem Brunke. Row $ Uvy Fiegi. Headier Myers Lam Frazier Linda Rrause. Row 4t Jennifer JloiHwtfftv R i imna Rimvev Ma.t and Mark Hodnett. Row 1: Betsy Husted. Bnan Brenneman. Joe Miller. Kathy Shanks. Row 2: Cara Wolfer. Steve Alderman. Darla Owens. Row 3: Diane Armison. Karen Fuller. Jill Ballard. Maria Beardsley. Row 4: Kisa Gross. Amy Appleton. Renee Cox. VIVA VARIETY! Now is the time for our classmates to receive acclaim for their uncommon, commen- dable, or odd singularities! Most Artistic Most Athletic Class Clowns Most Likely to Succeed Best Dressed Best Couple Most Musical Most Talkative Class Flirts Friendliest Shyest Ivy Fiegl and Mark Hodnett Linda Krause and Steve .Alderman Mana Beardsley and Dave Drury Gary Beardsley and Kathy Shanty Brian Brenneman and Kisa Gross Lynn Beardsley and Lloyd Kirwan Brian Brenneman and Diane Armison Max Hodnett and Heather Myers Greg Roberts and Cara Woifer Betsy H usted and Steve .Alderman Tom Vasik and Maria Acanfora Nalhan Adamowicz Chris Austin Stephen Baginski Chris Bennett Mike Bower Diana Burger Dan Clark Tammy Clark Paul Cleveland Kim Daley James Davis Lisa Dyke j u N I O R S Don El I wood Tina Ell wood David Erb Bclcn Fish John French Laura Fuller Lester Fuller Travis Gardner Tamara Granger Kirk Hallock Laura Hotchkiss Debbie Howard Jennifer Johnson Debbie King Lanny Limburg Sheila MacLaughlin Carl Maines Kim McKerrow Steve Baginski and his intelligent look. Bclcn, reach for the sky — or at least a balloon or two. Far Right: Didn’t you know that babies really come from the “balloon patch?” 22 David Miller David Mills Christy Minnier Star Noon Melinda Parmenter Debbie Ricketts Scott Ricketts Andy Roberts Sarah Roth Linda Rowell Jeremy Sayers Andria Sheehan Shannon Smith Tanya Smith Chris Sweeney Denise Smith Rac Lynn Tanner Trisha Tuttle Bob Van Wicklin Michelle Vosburg Stacy White JefTWiedrick Ross Woodin 23 Michael Baginski Jennifer Banish Christie Barnes Laurie Bel ford Roy Biclcwicz Anjanette Brown Christine Brown Michael Buckley Albert Carmer Michael Clark Laura ('louse Amy Danna Amy Danner Stephanie Decker Allen Dorman William Dyke Michael Frazier Shawn Frazier Angela Gardner Duane Gibson Cammie Gross Richard Hallett Daniel Hartman Merle Hatch Matthew Hopkins Philip Hulse Connie Irish Randy Kccslcr Ray Kinney Rebekah Konz Maureen Lewis Douglas Marriott Jolcen Miller William Minnicr Tina Myers Nicole Nevinger Ralph Nisbet Sam Nusbickel Cheryl Patridge Tammy Peterson Jay Piersma Daryl Polaski 24 Michelle Pollock Michael Rakoska Christopher Sardina Robert Shanks Betty Jean Slocum Tammy Smith Shanda Speicher Amy Tavernier Kathleen Thomas Christelle Tucker Patrick Vosburg Edgar Washburn James Wilcox Carmclla Williams Lorinda Wood F R E S H M E N Cheryl Acanfora Jeremy Adamowicz Alicia Allen Travis Armison Jay Ballard Joey Banish JefT Barry Carl Beardsley Clair Beardsley Jon Beardsley Reuben Beardsley Troy Beardsley Mike Bennion Cindi Bentley Ezra Bereziuk Laura Brown Rebecca Brown Mike Burrows Todd Carpenter Roy Chandler David Clark Tim Clark Kelly Cornell Randy Crouch Carrie Davis Amber Ellis Jason Ellis Holly Fiegl Chris Frashchetti Michelle Frazier Monica Frazier Chcrie Gibson David Gorman Gail Frice Cynthia Hardy Stephanie Harris Tanya Hobbs Jennifer Hulse John Hurst Mike Irish Nicole Irish Stacey Knibloe 26 Amy Kulp Dan Miller Mark Munro Leslie Morgan Erin Nichols Stacy O'Mara Kim Parmenter Debbie Pope Terri Rakoska Kevin Rawlings Lori Rhoades Roberta Rhode Billy Rose Lisa Rose Jason Rouse Kelly Schlienz Hans Schroeder Robert Smith Beth Speicher Becky Stanton Jeff Steadman Nikki Stekl Jason Stone Mike Tanner Adam Taylor Andy Tavernier Tracey Thayer Tracy Thompson Nicki Vaclavik John Van Wicklin Chris Vasile Lisa Wagoner Kristen Williams Ronald Wilson Tyson Wolfer Cory Andrews Brian Armison Sherri Armison Andy Austin Fred Ballard Mary Banish Traci Barber William Barry Joel Beardsley Chris Bcnnion Marc Bliss Lois Boon Mike Buchholz Brian Burrows Chad Clark Steven Clark Esther Carpenter Elizabeth Culbert Chris Doyle Dale Ellwood Anjanette Fili Amy Findlay Lana Frazier Ycaben Gombah Greg Gillette Patricia Hatch Eleanor Howard Peter Hopkins Vanessa James Eric McKerrow 28 Stephen Lewis Byron Miller Paul Mills Krista Mills Dan Miller Claudia Minnier Richard Morgan Amy Myers Joel Pennington Robert Phelps Joy Piersma Denise Pouliot David Rafferty Scott Reitnour Lannettc Rogers Sue Russell Ben Sayers Liz Shanks Kristie Skye Adam Smith Albert Smith Heidi Smith James Spcichcr Jarrod Thomas Sara Waligur Eric Wcirheiser Bobbie Jean White Laurie White Wendy Worthington Jcrcmic Wolcott 29 Eighth Grade Kelly Ackerman David Anderson Beth Andrews Shane Barlow Kevin Barnes Katcc Barry Bobby Jo Beardsley Crystal Beardsley David Beardsley Julia Beardsley Tom Bel ford Tara Berezuik Wally Bichicr Chris Buchholz Justine Curran Dustin Curry Richard Ellwood Greg Fraser Philip Halberg Kim Harris Tim Hatch Chris Herrick Katrina Hobbs Erie Jeffords Mark Jones Paul Kasperck Scott Kenyon Brianna Learn April MacEwan Phil MacLaughlin Brian Miller Candy Miller Kyle Miller Alex Moore Lisa Neal Dan Nusbickel Chad Potter Tim Preston Keith Prial Mike Prial Patricia Prial Matt Rcitnour Seventh Grade 30 Jason Schlienz Kyle Stevenson Heather Straw Todd Sweeney Mary Lou Swimlinc Steven Tucker Mark Vaclavik Bao Vang Heidi Vanscoter Gwen Vossburg Jenny Wolcott Milton Wolfer Tony Wolfer Fun Times at Fillmore Junior High Seventh grade is the first year of junior high. The year is filled with new experiences, from changing classes to becoming a teenager for some of us. Seventh graders are a spirited bunch as shown in the “Thus” campaign staged by the chorus to remind Mrs. Reding of her most famous saying. Wally Beihler won the pumpkin weight guessing contest sponsored by Space. Julia Beardsley looks thrilled as she dons her jacket to go home for the weekend. 31 Special Education Classes Row One: P. Neamon, L. Snyder, M. Harder, J. Largcy. Row Two: Mrs. Boon, T. McKelvey, S. Buchholz, W. Buchholz, J. Young. Mrs. Banish. Row One: B. Wiedrick, B. Kish, B. Potter. Row Two: J. Chalker, S. Perkins, P. Sim- mons, B. Baker, G. Baily. Row Three: R. Watkins, L. Fransisco, C. Hallett, K, Zingcrclla, T. Prial, C. Banish, L. O’Mailcy. SPOTLIGHT ON A STUDENT TEACHER “I really enjoy working with young people and seeing success,” says Mr. Bill DeHeer, Fillmore’s physical education student teacher. Becoming a teacher is not an easy road, however. “A Physical Education major must take courses in science, education, psychology, and skill courses, plus student teaching in his senior year,” Mr. DeHeer explains. Bill had a good start though. He played high school sports and won several MVP and All-Star awards. In college, he participated in basketball for the Houghton College Highlanders. A word of advice to kids thinking of becoming P.E. teachers: “You have to be willing to work hard, learn about people and have to have a love of sports.” FASHION FEATURE... We all had fun observing the teen-age flair for fashion in 1987. Ever popular, the sneaker and hik- ing boot continued as a fashion staple. Students wore t-shirts and jeans of all makes, and some dar- ing fashion plates even bleached their clothing. To keep nice and warm, kids and teachers wrapped up in big sweaters. Florals, geometric shapes and teddy bears decorated jackets, blouses and sweatshirts. The men of Fillmore dared to be different with punk haircuts, mohawks and tails. The Looks of the ’80’s „ WeTe IfcredifcteT YOU KNOW IF YOU’VE BEEN BAD OR GOOD ... Serving Time Today’s high school student has found many ways to make his teacher angry in order to stay after school with him. (The ninth grader, freshus menace, is especially provoking.) Although some purposely break school rules, most teenage miscreants prefer to tease and test the instructor a little each day until the dormant volcano of teacher wrath finally erupts. Some try whispering while class is in session, while others blatantly shout across the room or make pre-Neanderthal grunts to disturb their peers. Throwing objects, using lewd language, and hiding other’s belongings are still popular ways to enrage the teacher. Fortunately, teachers have gotten the upper hand on these irksome acts. At right, Gail Grice takes “Instruction in Locker Cleaning” from Mr. Hanks. Inset, Erin Nichols and Jason “Beaker” Rouse serve time as window washers. Slaving away for three straight days in Mrs. McNeill’s room, Bump Schroeder demonstrates the various detention tortures that misbehavior can bring about. FIELD DAY Student Council’s Field Day in- cluded relays, volleyball, Simon (GarrafTo) Says, waterballoon toss and other events. Here you see members of each class competing their hardest. The victors this year? The Seniors, of course! Below: Didn’t Matt’s mom ever tell him not to leap frog with a lollipop in his mouth? Open House 1987 The halls are lined with colorful drawings and projects. Unique works of art are displayed in the elementary gymnasium. Every classroom is decorated with special reports and papers. There are cackles, oinks, and moo’s coming from the ag. shop? What could all this mean? Why, Open House has arrived, of course! 1987’s event had to be the best in years — hundreds of students and parents in- vestigated the rooms and enjoyed the displays throughout the school. Pupils competed in various competitions for their work and many walked away with colorful ribbons and words of praise. Parents and teachers had the chance to meet and chat about their children. Duane Gibson's Columbia Ewe and Lamb exhibit delighted children of all ages. The Ag. shop’s petting zoo also in- cluded angora sheep, rabbits, chickens, a pony, and a calf. Jon Beardsley and Ronnie Wilson prepare their reports for the upcoming event. Stephanie, Nicki. and Amber dressed in authentic Spanish garb for the occasion. Mrs. McNeill pets the pigs! 39 On a beautifully warm evening in May, the junior and senior classes sponsored this year’s prom. Our “ballroom” was decorated with a New York City at Night theme and the effect was really classy. Brandy provided the music for the evening during which the class will was read and class song sung. Michelle York and Troy Carpenter were crowned queen and king to reign over the crowded floor of sharp looking guys and their lovely dates. Our dreams are young and we both know they’ll take us where we want to go ... i-rtttHJ Row One: S. Howard, R. Cross, B. Miller, J. Brodfeuhrer, S. Ferris. Row Two: J. Prentice, J. Brown, W. Barney, B. Redman, V. Frazier, W. Gibson, G. Glossner, M. Nichols. Row Three: M. Behe, J. Barber, S. Gompah, W. Mills, E. Dzuiba, D. Decker, P Meacham, J. Stone, R. Pangbum, D. Buchholz, E. Engcrt, Mr. McGlynn. SIXTH GRADE SPECIAL PROJECTS We do so many fun projects to learn more in sixth grade. In ad- dition to learning about ancient cultures, some of us were in- volved in the elementary play directed by Mrs. Vaclavik. As you can see at right, makeup is necessary on stage. Elementary students get ready for their play. A YEAR OF SUCCESS Here are some more scenes from our play. It was ac- tion packed and fun- ny. Would you believe there was even romance? In the end the good guys won, too. Our actors and actresses worked very hard. We're Mr. Breuer's class. Row One: C. Davis, S. Kish, J. Phillippi, M. Butler, O. Stull, K. Walt, J. Frazier. Row Two: J. Wolcott, S. Smith, J. Smith, E. Grice, J. Andrews, A. Findlay, N. Bower. Row Three: G. Anderson, T. Lafferty, C. Mellin, R. Estabrook, S. Clouse, K. Zoller, K VanName. J. Carmer, M. White, M. Saufley, M. Jones, Mr. Breuer. FABULOUS FIFTH GRADERS Mr. Gillette’s class has really been an interesting fifth grade class. We do so many neat things. Row One: S. Gayford, T. Hodnett, M. Davis, H. Ayers, C. Byington. Row Two: M. Rennie, S. Horst, B. Dowden, D. Wolfer, E. Wentzell. Row Three: J. Knibloe, J. Yanda, D. Rogers, J. Banish, J. Ellwood. Row Four N. Hatch, E. Miller, L. Smith, Mr. Gillette, C. Armison. You must look into people, as well as at them — Lord Chesterfield 46 THE KEEBLER ELVES? Each year the fifth graders make shamrock cookies to sell to benefit the school or an activity they are having. This year’s cookies were great! What professional looking bakers we are! Mrs. Yanda's — Row One: A. Ncamon, N. Tanner, J. Thomas, B. Clark. Row Two: J. Bowe, K. Mattice, T. Rafferty, N. Bennion, J. Hallett. Row Three: D. Slocum, J. Mitchell, C. Allen. Row Four: E. Taylor, M. Knibloc, S. Gardner. Row Five: V. White, Miss Amels, M. Krause, F. Fox, J. Frazier, G. Biehlcr. FOURTH GRADE We think fourth grade is the best. Most of us like gym and recess best, but we have fun reading and doing special projects, too. We’re really growing up fast! Vv ARPl MRS. PEET’S CLASS Our class picture was taken close to Halloween so we thought we would put on some spooky things! Row One: M. Jeffords, P. Wilson, M. Beardsley, E. Breuer, K. Waigur, J. Stomes, M. Sweeney. Row Two: J. Rozcndal, J. Forkey, C. Potter, M. Paulsen, R. Pangbom, Am Summerville, W. Fuller, L. Bliss, J. Apell. Row Three: L. Kettelkamp, K. Gilson, A. Glossner, J. Davis, C. James, P. Hopkins, D. Ellwood, L. Van Wicklin, A. Barney. Can you guess who’s missing? Yes. Mrs. Peet! MR. FORKEY’S CLASS Three people were absent this day: Ben Beardsley, Tim Guck, and Willis Smith. But the rest of us are here! Row One: L. Russell, B. Carmer, V. Prial, P. Harris, S. Redman, M. Shannon. Row Two: T. Ackerman, J. Hatch, M. Berry, A. Ferris, T. Stanton, R. Rakoska, J. Wolcott, N. Gibson. Row Three: Mr. Forkey, J. Brown, E. Frazier, S. Sanasith, C. White, C. Carpenter, T. Friedl, D. Geising, V. Fox. 49 THAT’S THIRD GRADE! MRS. SHANNON’S Who has fun in Mrs. Shannon’s class? We do! Row One: T. Houser, K. Meade. K. Steadman, E. Lastoria, K. Bronschidle, C. Gayford, C. Miller, D. Cross, H. Bccman. Row Two: Joshua Stone, C. Gross, C. Craft, W. Brown, D. Kauffman, J. Hallbcrg, B. Engcrt, J. Beardsley, M. Clark, A. Johnson, B. Reitnour. MRS. AUSTIN’S We're Mrs. Austin’s Class. Row One: J. Smith, T. Beardsley, E. Leam, M. Wolfer, S. Moore, C. Snyder. Row Two: J. Thayer, T. Burrows, P. Burdick, J. Evans, J. Behe, N. Smith. Row Three: M. Gardner, A. Hatch, J. Falcone, J. Northrup, A. Byington, J. Witt. MR. NEEL’S CLASS Mr. Neel is a really neat teacher. We think we’re a pretty nice class. We go together! We are — Row One: C. Mitchell, D. Ackerman, M. Beardsley, E. White, J. Ellis. Row Two: A. York, M. Dowden, M. Campana, B. King, S. Pullen, J. Wentzell, B. Clark. Row Three: J. Largey, C. Kish, C. Sentz, K. Neal, C. Kish, J. Estabrook, L. Bennion. 51 Do you see us at the top of the page? We’re Mrs. Gillette’s Class! Row One: D. Barney, L. Tavernier, C. Craft, R. Herring, P. Phillip- pi, R. Omans. Row Two: R. Davis, N. Kauffman, J. Brown, T. Mayhle, T. Lafferty, J. James, J. Allen. Row Three: Mrs. Gillette, K. Russell, K. Bielewicz, T. Thayer, D. Ellwood, J. Beardsley, U. Thompson, M. Knibloc, and that’s Amanda Young with the video camera! Hey, isn't that Mrs. Rocske’s great second grade above? Row One: D. Young, A. Bailey, R. Cleveland, S. Sanasith. Row Two: M. Beardsley, B. Austin, I. Zoller, R. Omans, C. Barlow, J. Swimline, H. Bresslcr. Row Three: A. Baham, N. Kingdon, J. Paulsen, H. Buckler, C. Straw, J. Parmenter, C. Howden, T. Ap- pcll, C. Brown. 52 SECOND STANDS OUT We do so many neat things in second grade. We’re improving in our reading and we like signing out books from the library. We like math, too. You should see how nicely our handwriting is coming along. Our parents and friends are so proud of us! Do you see what I see? Star Lab is really cool! When you’re inside you see all the stars and constellations in the sky. Well, it’s not the sky really, but the little lights certainly look like the stars. Mr. Neel told us all about the stars that day. We’re Mrs. Eckler’s class and our names are — Row One: J. Kasynski, V. Evans, R. Buckley, S. Sanasith, E. Brooks, K. Lund. Row Two: E. Rozcndal, S. Kcttclkamp, M. Smith, J. Herrick, T. Hodnett, Z. Beardsley. Row Three: J. Peterson, A. Breuer, A. Piwko, N. Frazier, A. LaLonde, J. Austin, J. James. The people missing are T. Friedl and J. McCarthy. 53 MISS FINIS AND HER CLASS Wc have so much fun in our class! Row One: L. Getty, D. Vongphaedy, D. Miller, M. Dickerson, J. Kiley, R. DeLude, J. Baham. Row Two: E. Butler, E.Honser, F. MacLaughlin, S. Beardsley. Back: Miss Finis, K. Paulsen. 54 “HELLO” FROM MRS. MARTIN’S We’ve learned so much this year. Row One: P. Myers, B. Beardsley, A. Dabb, A. Wozniewski, J. Cassady, D. Meacham, T. Hatch. Row Two: W. Burdick, R. Cartwright, J. Vosburg, H. Witt, D. Smith, J. Walters, D. Davis, W. O’Mara. Row Three: A. Storms, T. Friedl, D. Yanda, J. Boon, J. Limburg, J. Clark, A. Ricketts, T. James, D. McKurth. SAY “CHEESE” MRS. REITNOUR We’re learning how to read all by ourselves! Row One: J. Cross, A. Engert, N. Miller, J. Rickett, M. James. Row Two: T. Burger, G. Forkey, B. White, M. Lastoria, N. Skinner, A. Parmenter. Row Three: P. Borden, J. Klein, C. James, J. Cartwright, O. Hobbs, J. Burger. Row Four. M. Brodfuehrer, J. Davis, J. Rennie, G. Houser, B. Gilson, Mrs. Reitnour. 55 KINDERGARTEN Our smiles tell you we like school. We can’t wait to learn more and more. Even doggies like to come to Mrs. Roberts, class! Row One: J. Elwell, B. Burger, D. Howden S. Sanasith, C. Voss, A. Meade, L. Sweeney, K. Dzuiba, M. Gardner, S. Hennard. Row Two G. Snyder, A. Hedges, R. Keahane, J. Wanncke, M. Stanton, J. Brown, J. Reynolds, B Waligur, C. Cronk, C. Aliano, Z. Covert. Row Three: Mrs. Roberts, C. J. Tonaus, B. Taylor, J Burrows, E. Pwiko, T. Stevenson, B. Yanda, E. Mayhle, E. Myers, E. Blanc, Mrs. Bentley, Mr Stat. 56 On Halloween we dressed up as ghosts! We wore white sheets and even painted our cheeks white! Then we paraded down the halls and visited many classrooms. Some of the teachers even gave us candy! I CAN! This is the year to prove that we can do so much and do it well, too. Our teachers are always there to help us when we have trouble. We always seem curious and like to talk about what we’ve learned in school. We have a very fun class! Row One: G. Fiebelkom, S. Kaszynski, D. Shannon, E. Every, J. Thomas, J. Stones, S. Buckler, C. Pomeroy. Row Two: T. Grant, L. Potter, K. Bailey, G. Her- rick, P. Lates, D. Voss, A. Sweet, J. Doezema, L. Gardner, M. Banish. Row Three: B. King, L. Fegley, T. Fried!, K. Dilmore, R. McKerrow, M. Stull, R. Campana, J. Gabel, J. Waters, L. Harder, L. Gcising, J. Evans, Mrs. Cutting and Mrs. Carpenter. 57 ADMINISTRATION Eddie Husted Superintendent Board of Education Richard Alderman, Max R. Smith, Ted Makowski, Marjorie Davis — President, H. Wayne Estabrook. David Hanks K-12 Principal Keith Barber Business Manager 60 Veronica Barber Administrative Assistant Math 11, 12; Computers Mary Baginski Secretary to the Superintendent Kathy Wolfer Secretary to the Principal Roberta Ashcraft Secretary to the Business Manager Harold McWilliams Guidance Director Vice-Principal Shirley Lilly Secretary to Guidance 61 Roy Bielewicz Physical Education Gerald Brooks Remedial Reading Carol Brown Librarian, Visual Aids Scott Burt Business Michael Campana English 7, 8; Speech; Drama Brenda Daley Home Economics 62 David Dedrick Driver Training Jaclyn Flor Math 7, Remedial Math 7-12, Foundations of Math 9 Linda Frasier English 10, French Steve Garraffo Social Studies 9, 10 Harry Glossner Earth Science, Biology Marcia Glossner Health, Remedial Math 2-6 Donna Hall Elementary Librarian Nancy Howbridge Speech Therapy Karl Krause Industrial Arts 63 Karen Linderman Resource Room Ann McNeill English 7, 9 Than Mehlenbacher Agriculture Katherine Moore Spanish, Writing Vesta Mullen Corrective Reading, Elementary Curriculum Coordinator Colleen Myers Math 7, 8; Consumer Math; Course II William Nolan Social Studies 8, 11 Priscilla Piersma Nurse 64 Ruth Reda Resource Room Adrene Reding Vocal Music Julie Reed Gifted Talented Ronald Sweeney Physical Education Lillian Thiell Art Nancy Tucker Physical Education Anne Vaclavik Art Barbara VanWicklin Gifted-Talented 65 TRANSPORTATION EXECUTIVES 66 IT’S ALL HER FAULT We took pictures of our trusty bus drivers on two different occa- sions. Both times the photos did not turn out. We’ve got to have someone to blame, and here she is! You’ve seen her, you know her — that cleaning lady in the dark glasses! We can name our bus drivers anyway (at least she can’t mess that up!). Thank you to Barb Austin, Jacqueline Bailey, Lorraine Belford, Stuart Brown, Marion Christen, Audrey Clark, Lowell Fancher, Diana Hanna, Bev Limburg, Walter Limburg, Melvin Potter, Craig Smith, Linda Worthington, Lowell Mills, Lynn Lilly, and Leslie Rose. FAITHFUL STAFF The ladies in the cafeteria really tried to vary the school menus and create new dishes and desserts this year. We appreciated their friendly smiles and helpfulness. They are Row One: Betty Luckey, Rondus Miller, Mabel Armond. Row Two: Rebecca Miller, Marilyn Beardsley, Violet Sonnleiter, Polly Miller, Nancy Fish and Patricia Cassady. Our administration and faculty could not do without our Aides and Monitors. They are always ready to take on any assignment to make our school a more smoothly run place. Our monitors above are Pat Pettit, Deb Miller, and Margaret Mills. Our Aides at left include — Row One: Marge Bentley, June Wing, Vi Sweet, Charlotte Banish, Linda Cutting, Loma Vedder, Audrey Zilkerand Pat Ricketts. Missing are Jan Hatch and Joanie MacEwan. Seven people do their best to keep our school neat and clean and set up and take down bleachers, chairs, etc. for special events. Thank you for your commitment to “clean” and your smiles that always cheered us up. Pictured are Geraldine Ferris, Sharon Gayford (always joking around), Wayne Hale, Joe Lates, James Mitchell, and Mel Bennett. Dick Yanda was unavailable for pictures. 67 Knowledge Exists to be Imparted A good part of our life’s education comes from our formal schooling. And yet, if school were only books and blackboards, how boring it would be. There is an essential motivating factor in every classroom and that is the teacher. In the science fiction classic Fahrenheit 451, schools have become a dumping ground for children in which they are only fed the answers by a tv screen teacher. Of course, a society of unhappy non-thinkers emerges. In our society today, we are fortunate enough to have real teachers who spend many hours preparing for our classes, thinking of fun ways to learn, and encouraging us as people. They spend time outside of class with us, they cheer for us, they even pray for us. One day we will look back at the teachers who gave so much to teach us, and we'll know that somehow we’re better because of them. A man who can make hard things easy is the educator. — Ralph Waldo Emerson 69 70 • • Team Picture — Row One: D. Mills, J. Piersma, D. Polaski, J. Miller, M, Taylor, A. Cutting, and R. Bielewicz. Row Two: B. Worthington, L. Limburg, T. Gardner, C. Sweeney, D. Drury, S. Baginski, J. Wolfer, T. Carpenter, S. Alderman, and Coach Scott Burt. The Boys’ Varsity Soccer Team had a very successful season by winning the Allegany County Class D1 Champion- ship. For the first time in many years, they were named the No. 1 seed in the Section V tournament. Coach Burt was selected as the Coach of the Year by Section V also. Troy Carpenter, head of the fastshooting offense, said a couple of words about the season: “For me, the most memorable mo- ment this season was winning the coun- ty championship for the second time in a row. The reason why it was sweeter this year is that it was my last year in soccer. I’d like to congratulate Mr. Burt for being selected Coach of the Year because I think he really deserved it. We couldn’t have had a better season without the participation of everybody on the team also.” 1987 County All-Stars were Jim Wolfer, Steve Alderman, Dave Mills, Bill Worthington, Troy Carpenter, and Joe Miller. 72 Seniors — Standing: Bill. Dave, Joe, Troy, and Steve. Kneeling: Matt, Andy and Jim. F Opponent 0 3 Belmont 0 4 Richburg 0 3 Wellsville 1 3 Scio 1 6 Whitesville 2 3 Friendship 3 2 Belmont 0 5 Warsaw 3 5 Belfast 1 3 Rushford 1 5 Andover 0 3 Scio 1 5 Houghton 0 5 Andover 0 2 Wellsville 4 4 Belfast 2 11 Angelica 2 5 Richburg 0 2 Belfast 1 BODY BAG ’EM! 73 The Girls' Varsity Soccer Team had another winning season finishing with a record of 11 wins and 6 losses. Play- ing under the hot sun at the Keshequa Tournament, in the mud at Scio, and the cold, blistering wind in Sectionals, the girls always grit their teeth with a fighting, winning spirit and played as a team. They were especially known for their ability to intimidate the opposing team. Seniors Betsy Husted and Linda Krause, who were selected to play on the Allegany County All-Star team, commented on their season: “Despite various in- juries — Maria with a broken collarbone, Stacy White with a broken jaw, and Janet, Cara, Ivy, and Stacy Kipplc with leg injuries — we had a suc- cessful season. Our most dif- ficult fight was our defeat against Scio in the Sectional quarter-finals in sudden death overtime. Scio eventually won Section V. We're really going to miss playing soccer because we had some great moments through the years. Thanks Mr. Krause for a great season, and good luck to next year's team!” Girls’ Soccer — “A Fighting Effort” Team Picture — Floor: L. Krause. Row One: L. Fuller, C. Gross, J. Miller, N. Vaclavik, B. Husted, D. Howard. Row Two: M. McNiel, J. Burrows, T. Clark, T. Myers, K. King, S. White, Manager K. Barry. Row Three: Scorekccper K. Shanks, I. Fiegl, Coach Karl Krause, K. Fuller, K. Thomas, L. Rhoades, C. Wolfer, M. Beardsley, A. Appleton, S. Kipple, J. Cockle. Seniors Betsy Husted and Linda Krause represented Fillmore on the Allegany County All-Stars Team for the North Division. SCOREBOARD F Opponent 0 1 Keshequa 0 0 Scio 1 2 Richburgh 0 1 Andover 0 2 Scio 1 2 Belmont 1 2 Belfast 3 1 Rushford 2 3 Cuba 2 5 Whitesville 0 0 Scio 5 2 Mount Morris 1 1 Cuba 2 4 Letchworth 1 3 Friendship 1 5 Angelica 3 1 Romulus 0 2 Scio 3 74 75 Row One: S. Reitnour, C. Clark, A. Austin, J. Beardsley. A. Carmer. N. Adamowicz, M. Bower. B. Miller, M. Buchholz, D. Hart- man. J. Sayers, C. Frashchetti, R. Shanks, Mr. Nolan, M. Buckley. Row Two: M. Monro, R. Wilson. J. Banish. M. Hopkins, J. Adamowicz, R. Crouch, A. Tavernier, J. Beardsley, P. Mills. J. V. SOCCER The boys had a successful season of nine wins, one loss, and two ties coached under Bill Nolan. Mr. Nolan was very pleased with his hardworking team. They improved dramatically throughout the season and should be hopeful for next year's varsity team. Congratulations for a great season! 76 o u Top Left: Bottom: P. Mills, C. Doyle, C. An- drews, J. Beardsley, S. Reitnour, D. Rafferty, C. Bennion, A. Austin. Top: B. Sayers, J. Barry, A. Smith, B. Miller, J. Wolcott, S. Clark, F. Ballard, Coach Bill Nolan. Middle Left: Row One: S. Tucker, P. Hallberg, M. Reitnour, D. Rafferty, K. Miller, C. Buchholz. Row Two: K. Stevenson, M. Vaclavik, K. Barnes. T. Sweeney, T. Wolfer, B. Miller, Coach Bill Nolan. Bottom Left: Row One: Tina Myers, E. Culbert, A. Myers, L. Frazier, L. White, Coach Steve Garraffo. Row Two: M. Banish, V. James, A. Findlay, D. Pouliot, B.J. White. Row Three: H. Smith, W. Worthington, C. Skye, E. Shanks. Bottom Right: Top to Bottom: S. Decker, J. Miller, K. Hobbs, B. Vang, K. Harris, C. Beardsley, J. Curran, Mr. Garraffo, B. Learn, C. Miller. Junior High Basketball 77 Being the only senior on the team, Darla Owens tells us, in her own words, her experiences in basketball... “In my four years on playing basket- ball, I learned so much more than just how to play the sport. The coach, Mr. Forkey, is a really great coach and a wonderful friend. I’m really going to miss everyone on the team next year, especially Joleen Miller and all the fun we had on the bus rides going to McDonald’s! Basketball is a great con- tact sport! You must work at it, but it’s fun. My most memorable moment was when we defeated Friendship and mak- ing County All-Stars. My most embar- rassing moment was when I shot at the wrong basket as we played against Belfast! When you’re on a team, it is a family that must work together which is very important. Thanks to all of our faithful fans who were always there to cheer us on! I wish Mr. Forkey the best of luck in the rest of the years he coaches the var- sity team. Thanks for everything!” Girls Upset Friendship Floor: I). Owens. Kneeling: L. Fuller. T. Myers, Manger C. Miller. Standing: D. Howard, C. Tucker, S. Decker, J. Miller, C. Gibson. ANOTHER HOT SEASON The Junior Varsity Girls' Basketball team has now been undefeated two years in a row under the coaching of Scott Burt. We are very proud that the girls put a lot of effort into having another great season. Good luck next year, girls, and we hope you will help out on the Varsity! Kneeling: E. Howard. S. While. B. Stanlon. T. Rakoska. Standing: Coach Scott Burt. S. Harris, L. Rhoades. N. Vaclavik. S. Noon. 79 Vat '1 aviUo° E 'C°UV C ba. tAo s Sc'° - On the left. Paul and Sieve an- ticipate the pass for an easy basket against Northstar Christian Academy. The Varsity basketball team ended its long season with an overall record of 10-10. With their awesome passing and shooting at the basket, the boys went up against difficult teams Bolivar, H.A.C., Scio, and Cuba who eventually won the class C” Section V championship. Selected to the County All-Stars team were Chris Sweeney and Steve Alderman. Senior Steve Alderman comments on the season: “Another basketball season has come to an end, and for us, the seniors, it’s our last season playing at Fillmore. On behalf of all the seniors on the team, we would like to thank Coach Sweeney, the cheerleaders, and the juniors for an exciting and rewarding season, and to the fans for all their loyal support throughout the year. We wish next year's seniors and juniors good luck with their basketball season. Thanks to everyone for making our last year a memorable one.” Seniors — Bill. Jim. Sieve. Paul, and Joe 81 1986-87 Junior Varsity Basketball SFS Opponent 57-36 Pavilion 15-24 H.A.C. 31-52 Franklinville 82-36 Cuba 72-50 Alfred-Almond 55-33 Northstar 45-67 Franklinville 64-51 Scio 55-46 H.A.C. 66-35 Friendship 42-47 Scio 63-16 Northstar 59-32 H.A.C. 77-62 Alfred-Almond 55-50 Bolivar 51-49 Bolivar 45-60 Cuba 66-31 Friendship Kneeling: M. Munro, T. Clark, R. Crouch. Standing: J. Beardsley, H. Schroeder, A. Carmer, J. Ballard, M. Clark, J. VanWicklin, M. Rakoska. JV BASKETBALL RECORD 13-5 “The 1986-87 Junior Varsity basketball team had a very good year. We had to overcome injuries and sickness in order to have a 13-5 season. They should be a welcomed addition to next year’s team.” — Coach Gillette Junior High Volleyball Eighth Grade — Sitting: W. Worthington, A. Fili, J. Piersma, K. Christensen, M. Banish, H. Smith, T. Barber. Sitting: B. J. White, L. White, D. Poliot, A. Reda, L. Boon, E. Carpenter, V. James, L. Frazier, A. Findlay, C. Skye. Seventh Grade — Row One: T. Berezuik, B. Leam, K. Barry. Row Two: M. Swimline, C. Her- rick, B. Vang. Row Three: L. Neal, K. Ackerman, J. Curran, K. Harris, B. Andrews, C. Beardsley, J. Beardsley. Kneeling: E. Wcirheiser, C. Clark, M. Buchholz, J. Speichcr, C. Bennion, J. Thomas. Standing: D. Ellwood, J. Barry, C. Potter, B. Miller, E. Nichols, B. Miller, J. Schlienz, Coach Mike Witkowski. Junior High Wrestling 84 A Year to Be Proud ... Our Fillmore Varsity Wrestling team enjoyed its best season in several years. The grapplers compiled a record of 7-8, which is an im- pressive mark compared to recent years. Under the coaching of Karl Krause, the team placed fifth in the Mt. Morris tournament. In in- dividual competition, sophomore Doug Marriott placed second. Sophomore Daryl Polaski and juniors Mike Bower and Jim Davis each had better than average records. Senior Dave Drury racked up an im- pressive 21-4 record. All four of his losses came in tough tournament competitions in which he placed second. At home matches, the gym was always filled with fans supporting the team against their rivals. Next year will be even better since the team will only lose three seniors — Seniors Max Hodnctt Dave Drury Kneeling: J. Adamowicz, J. Stone, C. Clark, D. Marriott, P. J. Hopkins. A. Dorman. Standing: Score-keeper K. Shanks. M. Hodnett, D. Gibson, M. Bower, D. Drury, J. Davis, D. Polaski. N. Adamowicz. T. Thayer. Coach Karl Krause. M. Burrows. Dave Drury, Mark Hodnctt, and Max Hodnett. We honor everyone on the team for their hard work and for never giving up in a match. Good job wrestlers and good luck next year! by Dave Drury “T-N-T!” The Varsity Volleyball Team advanced to sectional semi- finals for the second year in a row. Fillmore was 6 seed in sectionals losing out to Rushford. The team compiled a record of 12-3 placing second in the North Division behind Cuba. County All Stars were Darla Owens and Christelle Tucker. We will miss our Seniors who were: Linda Krause, Karen Fuller, Darla Owens, and Manager Troy Carpenter. Team Picture — Standing. Row One: D. Owens, L. Krause. Row Two: B. Fish, L. T. Clark. L. Fuller, L. Hotchkiss. Row Three: Video Operator K. Miller, K. Fuller, K. Williams. C. Tucker, D. Burger. Seniors Darla Karen Linda Allegany County All-Stars: Darla Owens and Christelle Tucker 86 Row One: K. Parmentcr, S. Harris, M. Frasier. Row Two: A. Ellis, C. Hardy, H. Ficgl, S. O’Mara, L. Brown. Row Three: Coach Lillian Thiell, L. Wagner, T. Pererson, L. Belford, L. Rhoades, C. Davis, N. Irish, B. Brown. @ . T J. V . voiieyDaii Discussing their next move! The J.V. girls played 11 matches recording 9 wins and 2 losses. Their most difficult matches were against Cuba and Houghton. Highlights included high serving points from Stacy O’Mara — 67 pts.. Holly Fiegl — 47 pts., Amber Ellis — 47 pts., and Kim Parmenter — 41 pts. Leading their team on to victories were captains Cindy Hardy, Stephanie Harris, and Amber Ellis. At the end of the season, the girls had a pizza party in the Home Ec. room. As they were stuffing their faces with pizza and hot fudge sundaes, they watched a college volleyball match on television and were amazed by the college players’ spiking skills! “Overall it was a good season,” replied Coach Thiell, “all the girls gave their all. There’s a lot of talent on this team. I hope with the possible new change of season that most of the players will come back for volleyball.” 87 Row One: N. Ncvingcr, K. Shanks, S. Roth, T. Clark, B. Slocum, M. Pollack. Row Two: Mr. Burt, Coach, H. Ficgl, W. Worthington, C. Tucker, D. King, S. White, L. White, E. Shanks, J. Piersma, Mr. Witkowski. Row Three: S. O’Mara, L. Rhodes, C. Brown, L. Hot- chkiss, C. Barnes, A. Danner, A. Ellis, D. Burger, A. Reda. 88 BILL WORTHINGTON DAY PROCLAIMED As mayor of the village of Fillmore, I, Donald Arnold, do hereby proclaim Mon- day, June 1, 1987 as BILL WORTHINGTON DAY in honor of his victory in Saturday’s Meet of Champions held at Brockport. With his win. Bill proved himself as the best 3200 meter runner in the entire Section V including triple A, double A, A,B,C, and D schools. Bill will be one of fifteen boys running for the New York State championship Saturday at Syracuse. Speaking for the entire village of Fillmore, we wish Bill good luck in the State finals. Bill has made us very proud. 0. Signed, Donald Arnold, Village Mayor Bill Worthington won the 3200 and 1600 meter runs in the Salamanca Big 30 Meet and was also voted MVP of the event. The Olean Times Herald called him the “Best of the Best” and Bill notes this as his most memorable moment in his high school track career. He was undefeated going to States at Baldwinsville, New York where he came in 5th beating his own personal record of 9:26. “I will always remember my years at Fillmore and making it to States. I say thanks to everyone who sup- ported me. Take care. I’ll miss you all,” says Bill. County Winners — Billy Worthington, 3200, 1600 and 3200 relay with Max Hodnett, Mike Bower, and Robert Shanks. Christi Brown won the Decathlon and Diana Burger the discus, breaking her own record of 104' 10 . Alfred Sectional Winners — Billy Worthington placed 1st in 3200 meter, 3rd in 1600 and 3rd in 3200 relay with the guys above. Christi Brown placed 2nd and Diana Burger 1st in their events. State Qualifiers at SUNY at Brockport — Billy placed 1st in the 3200 meter run. Boys Team — Row One: J. Barry, E. Washburn, K. Stevenson, E. Bereziuk, D. Mar- riott. Row Two: Mr. Witkowski, T. Armison, C. Fraschetti, R. Shanks, D. Hartman, B. Worthington, M. Bower, M. Hodnett, D. Polaski, Mr. Burt. 89 Floor: S. Ricketts. Sitting: L. Limburg, S. Alderman, J. Miller, C. Sweeney, T. Carpenter, D. Mills. Standing: K. Hallock, G. Roberts, A. Carmer, M. Baginski, S. Baginski, T. Gardner, N. Adamowicz. A LONG SEASON The Varsity baseball team compiled a record of 5-9. They competed in a very tough Tri-County league and the class “C” county league. The team had high expectations at the beginning of the season, but a late start and games day after day took their toll on the pitchers. The team lost to Canisteo in the first round of sectionals 9-7. The seniors on the team were Steve Alderman, Troy Carpenter, Greg Roberts, and Joe Miller. Junior Dave Mills was selected to the Allegany All-Star team. — Senior Joe Miller 90 Sitting: L. Fuller, K. Fuller, N. Stekl. Kneeling: D. Howard, L. Krause, A. Myers, I. Fiegl. Standing: Coach Karl Krause, S. Decker, D. Owens, j. Miller, S. Speicher, E. Girls Make History The softball team had an excellent season as they captured the Allegany County C-D championship and the A.S.B.O.G.W.S. Sportsmanship Award. This was the first time that Fillmore Central ever received a sportsmanship award in any sport. “We played like a team — that’s why we did so well this year,” com- ments our fast-catching Senior left- fielder Ivy Fiegl. “We had a lot of fun this year.” As people watch this team play, they can see that the girls seemed to be having a great time as they throw the softball all around the field. In the first round of sectionals, under the hot blistering sun, the team lost in eight innings against Naples 8-5. Their record overall was 11-2. Seniors Darla Owens, Ivy Fiegl, and Linda Krause will be missed next year. Linda Krause was selected to the All-Star team. Howard. 91 Girls Take Counties Once again the Fillmore Girls’ Tennis Team ends the season with an 8-1 duplicate record of last year’s league season. This gives Fillmore a total of four county team chamionships. This same team should also dominate the league next year since there is no one graduating. Special congratulations go to Stephanie Decker on winning the County Singles Trophy and to Christelle Tucker for placing second in the County Singles. The entire team has worked diligently for their victories. Team Members and Records — Row One: Sarah Roth, 5-4; Ellie Howaid, 6- 3; Christelle Tucker, 6-3; Lois Boon, 2-1. Row Two: Diana Burger, 8-1; Tanya Smith, 7-2; Shanny Smith, 6-3; Stephanie Decker, 7-2; Coach Nancy Tucker. BOYS CONCLUDE EIGHT YEAR REIGN It was the first time in eight years that the boys lost the County championship to Cuba 3-2. Looking on the bright side, the team did well in individual competition. Bill Gillmore won the County title in singles and Dave Drury and Roy Bielewicz captured the doubles title. Mark Munro and John Van Wicklin received outstanding achievement awards. “It was a fun and fulfilling season,” replied senior Jim Wolfer. “I’m going to miss the sport very much.” Even though they lost the title this year they guaranteed they’d have it back next year! Roy Bielewicz, D. Miller, M. Munro, R. Crouch, B. Van Wicklin, J. Wolfer, D. Drury, M. Rakoska, B. Gillmore, J. Van Wicklin. Coach Bielewicz is not pictured. 93 Kneeling: C. Beardsley, J. Banish, R. Wilson, A. Tavcnicr, H. Schroedcr, T. Thayer. Standing: Coach Bill Nolan, P. Mills, M. Hopkins, M. Tanner, D. Miller, D. Clark, B. Miller, J. Beardsley. J.V. BASEBALL Floor: Coach Steve GarralTo. Kneeling: V. James, K. Mills, L. Rose, C. Gross, K. Thomas. Standing: M. Banish, A. Myers, H. Smith, K’. Williams, N. Vaclivak, J. Hulse, L. Brown. J.V. SOFTBALL 94 CHEERLEADING Varsity — Sitting: A. Appleton, C. Wolfer. Kneeling: B. Husted, S. Roth, D. Ricketts, Advisor Margaret Mills. Junior Varsity — A. Tavernier, N. Nevinger, J. Barish, T. Tuttle, Advisor Margaret Mills, A. Danner, C. Brown, B. J. Slocum. “This year’s Varsity cheerleaders are the Class “C” league champions! We went to the Section V Cheeroffs and placed fourth over all the schools participating. We are really going to miss the friendships we have made, and all the close game excitement.” — Seniors Cara Wolfer and Amy Appleton Seniors Amy Renee Betsy Cara SCHOOL SPIRIT “We root, root, root for the hometown if they don’t win we throw eggs?” No, but we do cheer for, scream at, encourage, and applaud our school teams in the hope that FCS will always stay 1. Eagle action-packed games are no place to sulk, guys! OK, that’s better! 96 A Great Year Student Council One of the most active and fun organizations at Fillmore, the Student Council has some important respon- sibilites. In the fall, they organized the Spook House and Talent Show. The group produces the Honor Assemblies and Christmas Movie which was “Back to the Future this year. They are in charge of Field Day festivities and the Senior Citizen's Christmas Banquet, and the members helped out at com- munity dinners and babysitting for Home School. Members are: L. Boon, A. Myers, A. Findley, M. Banish, C. Herrick, T. Sweeney, S. Tucker. Row Two: C. Beardsley, A. Ellis, K. Williams, P. Mills, N. Vaclavick, J. Banish, D. King, A. Colombo, C. Barnes. Row Three: C. Tucker, B. Fish, A. Danna, L. Krause, D. Polaski, B. VanWicklin, K. Fuller, B. Worthington, S. Alderman, A. Danner, D. Howard. 98 Diane Armison won another prize in this year’s Student Council Talent Show. Dave Drury and Joe Miller tried to serve as MC’s along with Steve Alderman. Middle: Oh, those romantic slow dances we all wait for at the Friday night dances! Roberts really gets into the groove! Bottom: Patrick and Jeremy await the opening of the Haunted House on Halloween. Thanks, Student Council, for all these fun times! 99 The Making of A Yearbook We worked hard to create this book! S. Knibloe — Elementary, Mrs. McNeill, Ad- visor, B. White — Organizations, L. White — Underclassmen, K. Shanks — Seniors, J. Banish — Treasurer, L. Krause — Sports, K. Kinney — Faculty. Mrs. McNeill’s Memories: Being the editor, rainy ad sales with Laurie and Stacey, losing things in organized files, losing film to broken cameras, laughing at Linda and Kitrina, being thankful for a hard-working staff, “Color it Pink!” 100 P THE 1987 VALENTINES ISSUE 'The winter sports and tball, but the ading. The c the THE 1986 CHRISTMAS ISSU they are winnj ther Varsity ould make 1 meant th ity team captai' Sa apt. anish, tie Brov .. V Title this , mpionship. This year petition. NATIONAL Each year the National Honor Society rewards the scholastic ef- forts of hardworking students by inducting them into the club. Students chosen must meet high levels of scholarship and display qualities of leadership and service, as well as having good character. The March 11 ceremony included speeches by current society members and muscial selections by the senior choir and Kim Clark ■ ACADEMIC DEDICATION ACADEMIC DEDICATION The Members — Row One: Trisha Tuttle, Robert Shanks, Daryl Polaski, Kim McKer- row, Travis Gardner, Belen Fish. Row Two: Dave Miller, Debbie Howard, Laura Hotchkiss, Linda Krause, Gary Beardsley, Jim Wolfer, Karen Fuller, Greg Roberts, Kathy Shanks, Janet Cockle, Betsy Husted. HONOR SOCIETY on piano. After this, the members conducted the induction by leading the new members to the platform by candlelight, applying a wax seal to their hands, and sign- ing their names in the membership record. The new members were greeted by Principal David Hanks, and their parents. On this day they knew that their diligent work had paid off. 102 “IT’S ACADEMIC” TEAM The It’s Academic team was faced with a major dilemma this year — a goal. In previous years, “It’s Academic” has always been produced on WIVB Channel 4 in Buffalo, but due to the lack of a sponsor the show was cancelled. All Allegany County did organize an “It’s Academic” program on its own and we did participate, but we felt it was much different and harder this year to practice and get ready for our matches. Next year we hope to be participating with the help of some return par- ticipants and with others who are interested in this program. ACADEMIC COMPETITION This year’s members worked very hard to brush up on their knowledge of math, science, literature, history, etc. The par- ticipants were: Kathleen Shanks, Randy Crouch, Robert Shanks, Debbie Howard, and Gary Beard- sley. Mr. LaRuche advised the club. 103 Library and Office Aides Fillmore boasts two very important groups of student aides who volunteer their time to help keep the office and librai7 running smoothly. It is the job of the office aides to run er- rands and do clerical work. Pictured arc — Row One: M. Beardsley, K. Clark. Row 1 wo: L. Fuller, Y. Fox, K. Kinney. The Library aides help out by shelving books, signing passes and typing out the overdue list. It is also their job to attend home sports events and special activities to video tape them. They are: Row One: A. Kulp, C. Palridge, M. Frazier, C. Bentley, C. Williams. Row Two: D. Burger, L. Fuller, S. Nusbickcl, D. Gorman, N. Johnson and K. Miller. FUTURE FARMERS OF AMERICA The FFA promotes activities that give an Ag student “hands on” ex- perience with skills needed to be a successful Ag business person. Skills practiced include salesman- ship, money handling, and serving the public through an annual citrus sale and a cheese and sausage sale. Members learn to judge marketable qualities of dairy cattle, livestock, plants, and mechanics through summer and fall judging contests. Leadership skills are reinforced through the annual leadership con- tests at Alfred Ag and Tech, where students from Fillmore compete against other schools in speaking, chapter meeting, and other contests. Everyone in FFA is encouraged to enjoy the fruits of their labor by going on an annual trip to another area of the country to observe other ways of making a living in agriculture. This past year, ten members went to Harrisburg, Pa. and on to Washington, D.C. Senior FFA members were — Row One: K. Brown, P. Hulse. L. Frazier, M. Hodnett. M. Hopkins, D. Marriott. Row Two: Mr. Mehlenbacher, advisor, C. Austin, J. Stead- man, S. Frazier, R. Woodin, M. Cole, R. Nisbet, T. Armison. Row Three: L. Limberg, C. Maincs, M. Noon, M. Hodnett, P. Kish, B. Minnier, T. Wolfer. Junior FFA Members — Row One: M. Wolfer, K. Harris. Row Two: Mr. Mchlen- bachcr, D. Curry, J. Schlienz, Chris, S. Barlow, T. Hatch. 105 I GUITAR CLUB Folk Guitar is an active club at FCS. Everyone really improved this year. The members were — Row One: M. Rennie, A. Findlay, M. Davis, T. Rafferty, L. Brooks, B. Dowden. Row Two: M. Paulsen, M. Jeffords, R. Pangbom, C. Potter, A. Summerville, J. Davis, J. Stones, T. Hotnett, J. Andrews, O. Stull, B. Clark, S. Horst. Row Three: S. Howard, J. Prentice, W. Barney, M. Nichols, G. Biehler, V. White, P. Mcccham, A. Findlay, E. Howard, J. Piersma, Lois Boon. SKI CLUB This was a very good year for skiing. We had over 50 people purchase ski tickets through the club at Fillmore. Conditions were very good all season with the new snow making equipment at Swain. Over 80 people attended our annual Family Ski Night at Swain and the majority were first timers. This year several people carpooled to Holiday Valley to check out the slopes. Since it was late in the season, conditions weren’t that good. We’ll try for an earlier date next year. 106 JH Chorus Cadet Band The Cadet Band, directed by Mr. Williams, is our Junior High Band consisting of 7th and 8th graders. Their two performances are the Winter and Spring concerts which are highly attended. This year’s Junior High Chorus was led by Mrs. Reding. The 1986 Christmas concert included traditional as well as contemporary numbers. The group also traveled to area schools to perform. Cadet Band — Row One: C. Miller, J. Wolcott, J. Curran, C. Beardsley. Row Two: A. Filli, A. Moore, K. Christiansen, V. James, D. Pouliot, E. Howard, L. Culbert, L. Boon. Row Three: E. Carpenter, G. Gillette, A. Smith, J. Beardsley, D. Miller, E. McKerrow, P. Mills, A. Reda, Mr. Williams, K. Barnes, T. Sweeney. Junior High Chorus — Row One: K. Ackerman, M. Swimline, B. Vang, C. Miller, K. Barry, A. Fili, C. Herrick, M. Reitnour, K. Barnes, P. Halbcrg, Mrs. Reding. Row Two: G. Vossburg, H. Straw, K. Harris, B. Learn, W. Wor- thington, B. Andrews, T. Buchholz, B. Beardsley. A. Reda, E. Jeffords, K. Stevenson, C. Johnson. Row Three: Y.Gom- pah, C. Minnier, E. Carpenter, J. Picrsma, K. Skye, T. Barber, L. Boon, E. Howard, J. Schlienz, C. Hallctt, D. Nusbickel. A Year of Success The Senior Band, consisting of 9-12 grade students, has worked very hard this year and the outcomes were very rewarding. Their Winter con- cert was very successful and at this printing, the band expects to have an exchange concert with Bolivar Central School and then to work toward their an- nual Spring concert. They marched in the annual Houghton Homecoming Parade and in the Fillmore Memorial Day Parade. 'I 108 The Fillmore Central Senior Band Band Members — Row One: R. Chandler, C. Davis, S. O’Mara, S. Harris, L. Krause, J. Hulse, A. Danner, L. Hotchkiss, Debbie Ricketts, T. Hobbs, G. Grice, C. Sardina, D. Mills. Row Two: C. Bentley, D. Howard, A. Gardner, A. Danna, R. Van Wicklin, S. Roth, S. Smith, C. Tucker, A. Ellis, C. Barnes, J. Ballard, Mr. Williams. Row Three: R. Wilson, R. Shanks, R. Crouch, J. Ballard, K. Shanks, T. Gardner, A. Colombo, K. Fuller, J. Van Wicklin, D. Clark. Row Four: S. Baginski, C. Sweeney, C. Frashchetti, D. Hartman. A Colorful Colorguard Marching to the beat of the big bass drum, Ellie Howard and Liz Culbert proudly carry the school banner in the Houghton Homecoming Parade in Oc- tober. Other members showed the coun- try’s true colors by displaying the New York State flag and Old Glory. “It’s A Small World” The band played this famous Disney tunc in the parade whose theme was “Disney.” In 1987, judges chose Linda Krause to play 1st chair, 1st clarinet in the All-County Band and in Area-All State. A Talented Section In 1987, members of the brass section were chosen to represent Fillmore in All-County Band: Robert Shanks — 1st chair, 2nd trumpet; Kathy Shanks — 1st chair; 1st Also Sax, and Debbie Howard — 1st chair, tenor sax. Debbie also made Fillmore proud in Area All- State Orchestra. 109 Senior Choir The Senior Choir was an all-girl group this year. Directed by Mrs.Rcding, the choir practiced several times a week to prepare for their Christmas and Spring Concerts. They had a very professional sound. The group included: Row One: M. Lewis, D. King, S. Harris. A. Ellis, B. Slocum, A. Danna, M. Pollock, K. Clark. Row Two: Mrs. Reding, C. Barnes, A. Danner, J. Ballard, B. Konz, C. Brown, N. Vaclavik. 110 People should see the good qualities in others. A quality I would like people to see in me is concern for others. I can show concern by listening and trying to understand others. Another quality I would like to have seen is friendship. Friendship is shown when I am friendly to someone who is new. It is also shown when I give attention to someone without any friends. One other quality is the ability to have fun. I can show this by being able to joke around with people, and being able to take a joke. There are many qualities I have. Some are good and some aren’t as good. I hope people will see the good ones. — Ann Marie Colombo Thank you for sharing your good qualities with us. We will miss you, Ann Marie. 113 I SENIOR HIGH HONOR ASSEMBLY Kisa Gross and Steve Alderman reigned over this year’s honor assembly as school queen and king. The class queens were Belen Fish, escorted by Scott Ricketts, Kim Clark, escorted by Jim Wolfer, Amy Tavernier, escorted by Albert Carmer, and Holly Fiegl, escorted by Joe Banish. During the Student Council event, many honors were awarded students for their academic and scholastic achievements and improvements. CONGRATULATIONS Linda Krause received the DAR Good Citizenship Award and the Ann Marie Colombo Scholarship given by Student Council. Fillmore’s Writing Contest Team members were Roy Bielewicz, David Miller, Kathy Shanks, and Nikki Vaclavik. Matt Ellis, Kevin Peel, Mike Vosburg, and Darla Owens were voted Students of the Quarter for their work at the Belmont B.O.C.E.S. At right, Sarah Roth and David Mills received the “1 Dare You Award.” Next year’s Standard Bearers will be Trisha Tuttle and Travis Gardner. Debbie Howard and Travis went to Girls’ and Boys’ State to learn about New York State’s government. This year’s National Scholar Athletes are Linda Krause and Jim Wolfer. Bill Worthington, who is not pictured, received the Babe Ruth Award. 115 f ATHLETIC ASSEMBLY HONORING OUR ATHLETES Top: Paul S. Hatch Award: Linda Krause, Bill Worthington; Coach of the Year Mr. Burt. Middle: Balloons for the team. Below: County Tennis Singles Champ Stephanie Decker, County Second Place Christcllc Tucker. Fillmore applauds the athletic efforts of its students once a year during the spring Athletic Assembly. Although we can't picture everyone here, we would like to mention some of the award recipients. Cheerlcading MVP: Betsy Husted; Track MVPs: Stacy White and Bill Wor- thington; Track MIPs: Holly Ficgl and Robert Shanks; Track Section V Champs: Bill Worthington and Diana Burger, Boy's Varsity Soccer Offense: Troy Carpenter, Defense: Steve Aider- man; MVP: Bill Worthington; Game 116 Ball Award: Dave Mills; Girls Varsity Soccer Outstanding Achievement: Lin- da Krause and Laura Fuller; Varsity Softball Outstanding Achievement: Lin- da Krause and Debbie Howard; Wrestl- ing Dedication Award: Daryl Polaski; Most Outstanding: David Drury; Varsi- ty Baseball Outstanding Achievement: Joe Miller, Troy Carpenter and Dave Mills; Point System Award: Dave Mills; Strike Out Award: Troy Carpenter; Var- sity Volleyball Outstanding Achieve- ment: Diana Burger, Christelle Tucker, and Linda Krause. Outstanding Achievement in Boys Varsity Basketball this year was awarded to Jim Billy Gilmore won Allegany County’s Ten- Wolfer, Steve Alderman, and Chris Sweeney. nis Singles Championship in 1987. Middle: Coach Tucker congratulates Linda Krause on an award. Debbie Howard, Joleen Miller, and Darla Owens received Best Offensive, Defensive and Most Outstanding Players, respectively. Left: Mark Munro and John VanWicklin received Outstanding Player Awards in Boys Tennis. 117 JUNIOR HIGH AWARDS ASSEMBLY Beautiful and well done describe Student Council’s Junior High Awards Assemblies this year. Hard-working seventh and eighth graders receive recognition both in December and May. The Spring assembly was especially nice. The stage is festooned with streamers and flowers, and the class queens and their attendants promenade to the platform to a piano solo. Awards are given to organizations, athletic team members, and academic achievers. Students are recognized for excellence as well as improvement and even for their helpfulness to the faculty and staff of the school. Queens this year were Krista Mills and Beth Andrews. Their attendants were Claudia Minnier, Mary Banish, Tara Bereziuk, and Candy Miller. 118 SPECIAL AWARDS Some very special awards recognized diligent students at Fillmore’s Junior High Awards Assemblies. Mr. Campana honors the Spelling Bee winner and first runner-up each year. This past fall Jenny Andrews, a sixth grader, won the contest and Bao Vang, a seventh grader, came in second. A first this year were the technology awards. Technology is a new course at Fillmore and Mr. Krause and Mr. Mehlenbacher recognized hard workers in that class. The Perfect Attendance Awards were given to a goodly number of students this year and Fillmore is proud of their effort to be in school each day. Several Junior High pupils received awards for participating in a high school sport. Elbe Howard was one. The most special award of the day, however, is the Good Citizenship Award. This honor is presented to one student from each grade who has shown qualities such as honesty, respect for others, authority, and country, caring, diligence, and self-improvement. This fall’s recipients as voted on by the teachers were Elizabeth Culbert and Steven Tucker. In the spring, Dan Miller and Barbie Hess were honored. 119 OUTSTANDING SENIOR PROFILES BETSY HUSTED Betsy Husted is the Class of 1987’s Valedictorian. Excelling in her course work, Betsy enrolled in college classes also this year. Voted Most Valuable Cheerleader and “Friendliest by her classmates, she was also named a County All-Star in girls Varsity Soccer. We’ll always remember her cheery smile and easy going, caring ways. ( Vi BILL WORTHINGTON LINDA KRAUSE Linda received many honors throughout high school. She excelled in band playing the clarinet and was given a first seat at All-State and named to Who’s Who in Music. She was nominated Good Citizen by the Daughters of the American Revolution. Sports Editor for Crest. Linda was a Soccer County All-Star and received Outstanding Achievement in soccer, soft- ball, and volleyball. The Na- tional Soccer Coaches Assoc, and the Army named her MVP in soccer, and she and Bill received this year's Paul S. Hatch Award. 120 The only FCS student to ever have had a day proclaimed in his name by the mayor. Bill won the honor of competing in the NYS Championship 3200 meter run in June. He came in 5th out of fifteen competitors from around the state. Bill took part in soccer, basketball and baseball, as well in high school. In addi- tion to being the best 3200 meter runner in Section V schools this year. Bill was named track MVP, Soccer MVP, and Section V All-Star. Nice Job, Mr. Worthington! This year’s Salutatorian was Kathy Shanks. Designated a Commended Student in the 1987 Merit Program, Kathy has been named to Who’s Who in Music, has served as Spanish Club Presi- dent, and treasurer of S.A.D.D. She received the Bausch and Lomb Science Award at commence- ment. For her academic excellence, Kathy re- ceived a St. John Fisher scholarship and an Em- pire State Scholarship of Excellence. Kathy wants to be remembered most for playing in the Pep Band. KATHY SHANKS BACCALAUREATE Baccalaureate was held on Sunday, June 14. Pastor Michael Walters delivered the address entitled “What in the World Are You Doing,” focusing on students’ attitudes as they face the world beyond FCS. Kim Clark and Diane Armison played piano and sang the Lord’s Prayer. The Senior Choir sang, too. It was a special time for the Seniors to contemplate their future and to receive the community’s blessings. Pastor Walters, Superintendent Husted, Pastor Spurrier and Principal Hanks A time for family, friends and meditation 121 COMMENCEMENT ’87 “GOOD-BYE” Fillmore’s eighty-fifth commencement took place on June 19th in the Charles Wesley Chapel of Houghton College. The Class of 1987 marched in to the traditional “Pomp and Circumstance” played by the school band. Pastor Engert gave the in- vocation and Mr. Husted welcomed everyone to the ceremony. After Mr. Hanks gave out special senior awards, Kathy Shanks and Betsy Husted delivered the Salutatory and Valedictory Addresses. Board President Marjorie Davis and member Richard Alderman presented the seniors with their diplomas, and Diane Ar- mison sang the class song, which she wrote, entitled “Good-bye.” Finally, everyone joined the seniors in their last singing of the Alma Mater as a class. The seniors topped off the even- ing by throwing their caps in- to the air and cheering their accomplishment. All we ever had to say cannot be said in just a line We saw the years slip away Leaving time for one last good-bye... — D. Armison 123 ADVERTISEMENTS 124 “You bend-um, we mend-urn” TAYLOR’S REPAIR Radiators, tune-ups, brakes, shocks, exhaust, and glass service. 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