Forest Park High School - Tracer Yearbook (Ferdinand, IN)

Text from Pages 1 - 152 of the 1972 volume:

1972 TRACER Forest Park High School Ferdinand, Indiana Volume I Becoming One. . . Forest Park High School—made up of two separate schools which were supposed to consolidate, two different groups of people who were supposed to join into one stu- dent body. Many thought it would not work. But many more thought it would—and they were right. Students benefited from new equipment, new teach- ers, and new friends. It is said that people constantly learn from those around them, and the students of Forest Park were very lucky. To be confronted with new faces, new personalities, and new ideas was a very enlarging experience. It was not as though each separate school was forgot- ten. They were used as references. Past Birdseye students shared Yellowjacket customs with past Ferdinand students and the Crusaders’ related experiences. And the best way was derived through an elimination or combination of old ideas and the fast-developing new Ranger tradition. It was not long before the world found out about Forest Park High School. And those surrounding schools, which were looking forward to their own consolidations, hoped that their resulting schools would turn out as well as the famed Forest Park. Ranger fans turned out for victory after victory in cross country, basketball, track, and baseball. Forest Park students were read about in the local papers. The school was a success. Everyone was talking about the two schools that were undeniably BECOMING ONE. Contents Introduction 2 Activities and Organizations 4 Sports 30 Academics 44 Personalities 60 Advertising 114 Index 138 Closing 142 3 Know by Our Actions We Are One Activities, Organizations Ranger fans welcome the team home after the final sectional game against Jasper. Undying Spirit of Pep Club, Cheerleaders 1971-1972 Ranger Varsity cheerleaders. TOP: Jean Vonderheide and Cheryl Nord. BOTTOM: Connie Ruhe, Judy Ebert, and Vicki McKinney. 6 R-A-N-G-E-R-S! Rangers! Rangers! Rangers! The spirit was infectious and spread like wildfire. The “Big Green Machine” kept moving along hitting high after high. As far as we were con- cerned, our team was bigger, faster, and better than any other team we had ever seen. The cheerleaders faithfully led the Pep Club in cheer after cheer as record- breaking crowds filled the gym. Teams, fans, and cheerleaders made the 1971- 1972 season one to remember. Frosh team cheerleaders enjoying their first season in the Ranger family, TOP: Vicki Nord. BOTTOM: Mary Ruhe and Marcia Klem. Boosts Ranger Power ABOVE: J-V cheerleaders (from top): Becky Kippenbrock, Sue Lindauer, Marian Vonderheide, and Diane Jochem. Pep Club officers, RIGHT: Shirley Welp and Jane Knust, Pub- licity Chairmen; Elaine Mehling, vice-president; and Mary Alice Helming, president. 7 ABOVE: Forest Park Chorus under the direction of Mrs. BELOW RIGHT: Mcmbersof the chorus trim the tree while Phyllis Johanneman sings sacred songs and traditional Christ- caroling. BELOW LEFT: Carolers greet Santa in song, mas carols at the annual Christmas program. 8 Band, Chorus Gain New Insights Into Music “Practice makes perfect,” as the saying goes, and so it was with the band and chorus at Forest Park. Under the direction of Mr. Eugene Keusch, the marching Rangers displayed disciplined drill techniques and musical virtuosity. Fans at the Marengo-Forest Park game showed obvious de- light at the first, full-dress performance of the band. The Forest Park band marched in local parades, sponsored dances and raffles, performed at assemblies and home games, and toured nearby schools. Under the competent direction of Mrs. Phyllis Johan- nemann, the Forest Park chorus developed prowess in a wide variety of musical selections. At Christmas time, the chorus presented a program consisting of traditional Christmas songs and jolly Christmas carols wishing happi- ness and good cheer to all present. Band officers: Barb Snyder, vice-president; Cheryl Nord, secretary; Marian Klem, treasurer; and Judy Ebert, presi- dent. ABOVE: Ron Welp and Steve Jahn perform for the fans at the Marengo game. LEFT: Band members enter the gym to prepare for their half time per- formance. 9 10 The mounting excitement of many days was dramat- ically climaxed as Sharon Lueken and her royal court walk- ed serenely to the center of the fan-packed gym. Later, Sharon received the crown and the honor of reigning as Forest Park’s first basketball queen. Queen Sharon was escorted and crowned by Robert Oxley, president of the Student Council. The members of the royal court were escorted to their reigning positions by members of the Ranger Varsity. The drill team and band gave a salute to the queen and her court. Fittingly, the Rangers handed their queen a magnificent victory over the Marengo Cavemen. The capti- vating ceremony was over all too soon, but memories of Queen Sharon and her court in their “Evening of Enchant- ment” will reign forever in the hearts of her loyal subjects. LEFT: Mike Steckler, the master of ceremonies, announces to the waiting fans that Sharon Lueken, crowned only mo- ments before by Student Council President Rob Oxley, will reign as the 1972 Ranger Basketball Queen. Queen Sharon's ‘Evening of Enchantment' The Queen and members of her court: Inez Stenftenagel, Welp, Queen Sharon Lueken, Ann Fleck, LuannKlem, Becky Mary Schreiner, Judy Ebert, Nancy Stenftenagel, Shirley Begle, Kristy Fritz, and Elaine Becher. n Mike Durlauf, Denise DeKemper, Dave Johannemann, and The “Blue Moon” lends an aura of peacefulness and serenity Bob Bolte gather around the punch bowl for a refreshing to the couples as they dance in “Holiday Happiness.” drink. 6Holiday Happiness’-An Evening to Remember Mistletoe magic, romantic music by the “Blue Moon,” and seasonable re- freshments set the mood for “Holiday Happiness,” the theme for the ball. Dancing, mingling with other cou- ples, and listening to good music made the evening, created by the Student Council, a pleasant and memorable one with holiday cheer for all. LEFT: Freshmen Carol Mchling and Mark Ebert enjoy a quiet break to- gether. 12 Rangerettes Delight Fans, Build Reputation Senior Rangerettes, KNEELING: Captain Elaine Becher and Co-Captain Elaine Zink. STANDING: Kristy Fritz, Mary Helming, Sharon Lueken, Judy Meyer, and Luann Klem. ABOVE: Rangerettes Elaine Zink and Mary Kay Schaeffer work their way around members of the Ranger Varsity and the basketball coaches as they dance to the song, Rubber Ducky. RIGHT: Diane Luebbenhusen dances up a storm on the Rangers’ home court. Forest Park Rangerettes charmed audiences during half time activities. Led by Captain Elaine Becher, the Rangerettes performed many routines and did them all well and with almost professional finesse. The girls exercised their abilities during home games and also performed at the Holiday Tourney. They not only danced; they also played Santa’s elves and threw candy to all their fans. The Rangerettes livened up assemblies and pep rallies. At sectional time, they surprised the student body, not to mention the team and coaches, by performing to the song, Rubber Ducky. 13 Promising Actors9 Actresses Interpret Part of the cast from “Love Is Too Much Trouble”: Rhonda Gilmore, Steve Meyer (?), A1 Kluemper, Brenda Barth, Steve Oser, Donna Seufert, and Tom Kippenbrock. Connie Ashton (Sheila Buechler) and Toasty (Becky Begle) disapprove of one of Pinky Hamilton’s devilish schemes. Miss Emily Ross (Donna Seufert) contemplates some new disciplinary problems as Ebb Dunham (Elaine Becher) chatters on. 14 Hilarious Three-Act Farce-Comedy “Love is too much trouble!” This was first said by Joe Burke (Steve Meyer) and then by Pinky Hamilton (John Potter). It was the theme of Forest Park’s first play. The Drama Club was the sponsor of this amusing three-act farce-comedy. Due to the acting ability of the stu- dents performing, the play was a suc- cess. Director Carolyn Cook also had a lot to do with the resulting hit. The setting of the play was a small college hangout, the Elite Tearoom, affectionately called the Poison Pot by the students of Ivy Gates College. Joe Burke and Pingatore Hamilton were two college men with problems. With the help of egghead Oggy Mc- Closky (Steve Oser) they caused mass confusion. The innocent proprietor of the Poison Pot, Toasty (Becky Begle), and her waitress, Connie Ashton (Sheila Buechler), wanted nothing to do with any of the plots and schemes and other goings-on. Sugar Lou Jackson (Judy Ebert), Shirley Bradford (Elaine Zink), Ebb (Elaine Becher), and Flo (Debbie Zink) were the campus belles and the cause of much heartache. To add to all the chaos, the presi- dent of Ivy Gates, Dr. Pillsy (Tom Kip- penbrock), and the Dean of Women, Miss Ross (Donna Seufert), paid a few unexpected visits right in the middle of everything. Monica Bates (Rhonda Gilmore) and her mother, Mrs. J. Worthington Bates (Brenda Barth), add a little excitement to an already hectic scene. Cliff Howard (A1 Kluem- per) came out of the whole thing with only a slight chill. But in spite of all events, everything turned out for the better. UPPER RIGHT: Oggy McClosky (Steve Oser) hesitates before agreeing to go along with another of Pinky Hamilton’s (John Potter) schemes. LOWER RIGHT: Pinky Hamilton compliments Connie Ashton (Sheila Buechler) on her fine coffee. 15 Friends and guests mingle and dance to music provided by the “Christopher Robin.” L Star-Studded Prom Provides Unforgettable, Duane Meyer, acting as master of ceremonies, reads senior wills during a break in the evening’s activities. Voted as queen and king of the prom by the junior class, Mary Alice Helming and Alvin Hoppenjans begin their reign. 16 “A Star We’ll Remember” was the theme chosen by the juniors for the 1972 Junior-Senior Prom. A lot of hard work went into the making of what the juniors hoped would be a memorable experience. The prom, held at the St. Anthony Community Center, will indeed be long re- membered. Upon entering through a flower-covered walkway, the students and their guests immediately noticed the star- studded navy crepe paper completely covering the expan- sive ceiling. Candlelight and music by the “Christopher Robin” set the scene for a lovely evening. Despite a few mishaps, such as sagging crepe paper and a shortage of punch, both students and faculty talked and danced the evening away. King Alvin Hoppenjans and Queen Mary Alice Helming were crowned and reigned throughout the evening. During a lighter moment class wills were read. Bowling at Hunter’s Bowl in Huntingburg and various parties and breakfasts kept the students and faculty out until the wee hours of the morning. Straggling home after an unforgettable night, everyone was glad to get a few hours of rest before looking ahead to the inevitable school days. Memorable Evening ABOVE: Barbara Snyder and Terry Englert look in on the goldfish which inhabit the bubbling fountain at the Junior- Senior Prom. Sinking crepe paper may be a disappointment to some, but to others it just brings fun and something to get together to talk about. LEFT: The faculty good-natured- ly participates in the senior wills. Mr. Tyring has just in- herited a pruning shears and a possible victim. 17 Graduation Day—Not Ending but Beginning, President of the senior class, Steve Meyer (left); valedicto- her (right), speak on topics of their own choice trying to rian, Eileen Olinger (center); and salutatorian, Elaine Bee- convey a little hope and inspiration to the graduates. May 21, 1972—after 12 years of waiting the big day was here. But the closer the day came, the less they wanted it to arrive. And solemn faces stared out at dreams rising and fading before their minds’ eye. Graduation day had come to be called commence- ment day because it was a beginning more than an ending. And all those people present were celebrating the growing up of another generation. “We’ve only just begun”—the theme the three speak- ers followed—brought memories, tears, silent prayers, and hopes to the graduates’ minds. President of the senior class, Stephen Meyer, was the first of the speakers. He spoke of the present and dared the graduates to do the best they can with what they have. Valedictorian, Eileen Olinger, spoke of the future and urged the graduates to “live life its ful- lest.” And finally, Elaine Becher, salutatorian, spoke of the past and how much high school had meant to the gradu- ates. The graduates were no longer children; they were no longer adolescents. They had reached adulthood, and they made it final with the lifting of their tassels and the turning of their rings. Graduating senior, Becky Begle, receives her diploma and a word of congratulations from Superintendent Earl Buechler. 18 Because We Have 6Only Just Begun to Live9 The seniors wait, solemnly attentive during the benediction, moments after enter- ing the gym. Shortly thereafter, the 118 seniors were formally declared 1972 graduates. Kristy Fritz, with mixed emotions, leaves the gym for the last time. 19 During the first few moments of the commencement exercises, the seniors stand quietly. Burgeoning Club Horizon Provides Variety Jo Ann Zink, Gail Kempf, Susan Critchfield, Mary Lou Betz, and Lou Ann Haas package fruit, candies, and cookies ABOVE: Becky Begle, Steve Meyer, A1 Kluemper, and John Potter practice a scene from the Drama Club’s production of “Love Is Too Much Trouble.” (For more scenes from this hilarious play, see pages 14 and 15.) RIGHT: Wayne Olinger and Mike Mundy carefully study the placement of their “men.” at Christmas time in the FHA’s effort to make the holiday season a little brighter for some of the area citizens. 20 of Activities for Enthusiastic Rangers Anyone interested in joining a club was sure to find one to fit his exact specifications. Over thirty clubs were open to Forest Park students during the 1971-72 school year. Every stu- dent was required to participate in at least one club or report for study hall. However, students could join as many clubs as they so desired. Clubs were set up for 35- or 70- minute lengths on two separate schedules. Schedules one and two were alternated throughout the school term. One period each week was de- voted to club and extracurricular ac- tivities. RIGHT: Diane Boeglin, vice-president; Dpnna Niehaus, president (both seat- ed); Margie Buechler, secretary; and Paula Heeke, treasurer, check up on a point of reference. The Media Club, in an extra effort, ekpt a photogra- phic record of the school year. SSvYVVV A VWVVVVW Ferdinand Branch Library 243 W. Toth St. Ferdinand, IN 47532 Mr. Marvin McCutcheon leads a small band of avid fossil hunters on an expedition through the school’s parking lot. Brenda Barth and Cindy Muller enjoy roller skating with the Jerry Jochem tries a fast muscle-building program. Weight- GAA at Burdette Park in Evansville, Indiana. lifting helps prepare the body for competitive sports. Dynamic Students Set Up Various Sports GAA officers: Sharon Lueken, president; Judy Oeding, vice- retary. The GAA sponsored many extracurricular activities president; Carol Mehling, treasurer; and Donan Seufert, sec- for all interested Forest Park student. 22 Volleyball provides a quick release for tensions built up during a school day. Clubs; Find Them Exhilarating9 Enjoyable No one could ever say there was not anything to do during ECA periods because, with about thirty clubs, there was no excuse for idleness. Name the club and it was probably listed on one of the two busy sched- ules. Drama, crocheting, weightlifting, golf, languages—to list only a few of the various clubs. There was something for everyone, and many times there was too much. It was often quite diffi- cult to fit in all of the things a person was interested in doing. The faculty of Forest Park were all involved in the ECA schedule. Each teacher sponsored at least one club, and many had two or three clube to take care of. But it was enjoyable for all. Stu- dents and faculty got together in an atmosphere other than that of the classroom and learned from each other. RIGHT: Mary Ruhe watches the ping pong ball soar above the table as La- verne Weyer waits to return the serve. 23 Jane Knust pauses briefly from her quest for a clean envi- ronment. She is just one of many concerned students. Mr. Borden leads a group of interested students in the search for trash and litter. It is a worthwhile challenge. Students Rally to Save Environment An enthusiastic Forest Park effort was put forth on Earth Day. Students and teachers spent almost an entire day picking up, cleaning up, and haul- ing away litter from the campus and surrounding community. Working for a better environment in which to live motivated everyone. Pride, a sense of accomplishment, and an obviously cleaner world were the rewards for the hard working team. In order to insure the work had not been in vain, the Student Council pro- vided trash barrels that were placed at strategic locations around the school. The participants of Earth Day carried their enthusiasm over the remainder of the year in tremendous Ranger style. LEFT: Tired but satisfied students look over the results of a hard day’s work. 24 Honor Assembly Rewards Student Efforts SEATED: Ron Weyer, Dave Betz, Mike Whalen, Mark Lub- Award Jacket winners, standing: Ray Mehling, Steve Meyer, bers, Rob Oxley, and Tim Weyer. Keith Uebelhor, Gary Seger, Perry Dishon, and Paul Wahl. ABOVE: Bob Simmers, representative of WITZ, presents the PVC All Sport Trophy to Athletic Director, Larry Feld- meyer, and Principal Dennis E. Tyring. Forest Park is the first school ever to win championships in three of the four major sports. LEFT: Elaine Becher and Steve Meyer are the recipients of the I DARE YOU Awards, which are pre- sented to an outstanding girl and boy in the senior class. 25 TRACER, LOOKOUT Staffs Chronicle Year- Sharon Lueken and Kathy Pancake (background) type news stories for delivery to the printing office. When you get lonely, just visit the publications room or typing room at Forest Park High School. The students at work there are always glad to have your company and to pump you for ideas. This year, with the merging of two schools, a new publication was born. The first volume of the TRACER was devoted to the idea of “Becoming One.” Members of the TRACER staff worked long and feverishly to produce a book they could be proud of-a book they need not be ashamed to say they worked on. Somewhere in the midst of all the stubby pencils, dried-out pens, and ruined dummy sheets lay the ingenius plans for an annual that would, hopefully, climb the best-seller lists and long be remembered by loyal Forest Park Rangers. The 1972 LOOKOUT set up headquarters in the typing room. But most of the actual writing was done by staff members who were assigned stories to have written before the impending deadline. Once composed, the stories were handed to the editor to be typed up and laid out on a page with other items of interest to the students. The paper was then printed, folded, and distributed to the waiting subscribers. LOOKOUT staff members always seemed to find plenty of news to print and just the right way to state it. Much effort and care was spent on the 1972 TRACER and LOOKOUT; each stands as a tribute to its staff. ABOVE: Sister Gervase addresses LOOKOUT copies to loyal readers. As advisor to the LOOKOUT, Sister worked in each phase of its production. She also advised the TRA- CER staff whenever an experienced viewpoint was needed. LEFT: Mrs. Walton, TRACER advisor, readies layouts for a final shipment. 26 Long Activities of First Forest Park Rangers Diane Boeglin (page 3 editor) and Patti Wilgus (editor) proofread news articles. Cindy Muller, Eileen Olinger (editor), Barb Snyder and Donna Seufert (both co-editors) work at a furious pace in order to meet an upcoming deadline. The entire staff breathed a little easier when the last shipment was mailed on June 9. 27 Beta Club officers: Ron Weyer, president; Paul Wahl, treasurer; Paula Fischer, secretary; and Mary Lou Betz, vice-president. Leadership, scholarship, character, and service head the list of necessary traits of members of the Student Council, the Beta Club, and the Na- tional Honor Society. The Student Council, largest of the three organizations, was also the most active. Comprised of students repre- senting all four classes, the Council sponsored many and varied activities. Among these were the Halloween dance, Holiday Ball, the Morp and other dances, Earth Day, and the re- vision of the dress code and the Stu- dent Handbook. The academic side of student life was stressed by both the National Honor Society and the Beta Club. In- ductions of new members and club meetings highlighted the list of their activities. Beta Club9 NHS, Student Council Members Officers of the National Honor Society: Shirley Welp, secretary; Alvin Hoppen- jans, president; Eileen Olinger, vice-president; and Donna Marye Seufert, trea- surer. 28 Student Council members Sue Hochgesang, Elaine Becher, Jackie Albert, and Dan ny Nord box fruits and candies to spread good cheer and happiness at Christmas time. Take Lead in Building Better Tomorrows ABOVE: Steve Meyer explains leadership to the students during the National Honor Society inductions. LEFT: Student Council officers: Rob Oxley, president; Stan Hasenour, treasurer; Elaine Becher, secretary; and John Potter, vice-presi- dent. 29 Builds Strong Ranger Teams Sports Rangers Reject Defeat As Ray Mehling, Student Manager Ron Weyer, Clarence Brames, Mark Lubbers, Dave Betz, Mike Becher, Stan Hasenour, Mark Bockelman, Tim Weyer, Dan Luebbehusen, Mike Varsity basketball techniques, along with everything else surrounding Forest Park High School, were new and exciting. Our team was a winner and our leader was a man who didn’t know the meaning of the word “lose.” There- fore, every game was a challenge, which was successfully met by the mighty Rangers. Rangers had everything a good team needs—speed, shooting ability, and confidence. The possession of these vital qualities paid off and gave the Rangers a record of six- teen wins and six losses. Included in this record was their five and zero P.V.C. standing. By sectional time the Rangers were ready. They knew they had the fan support, which means so much to a team; and they knew they had the ability. The Rangers came back with everything but the trophy. They won things that mean much more—the respect of every school present, and the knowledge that “Rangers have something that no other team’s got”—100 percent backing, no matter what the final score might be. Rangers will always remain on top. LEFT: Ranger Stan Hasenour goes in for two points and draws a foul from a member of the Jasper Wildcat ball club in the Huntingburg sectional. Whalen, Gene Seidl, Paul Wahl, and Student Manager Keith Uebelhor. 32 They End Challenging Season Victoriously Stan Hasenour grabs a rebound from two Leavenworth team members as Rangers Clarence Brames and Mike Whalen look on. ABOVE: Mark Lubbers demonstrates his skillful ball han- dling ability as he eludes the opponent, a Jasper Wildcat. RIGHT: Tim Weyer racks up two more points in the Rang- ers’ 74-66 victory over the Huntingburg Happy Hunters. Varsity Flies High During First Year As VARSITY BASKETBALL FPHS 78 Leavenworth 53 FPHS 72 Dubois 60 FPHS 93 Dale 65 FPHS 59 Rex Mundi 47 FPHS 60 Tell City 81 FPHS 75 Haubstadt 67 FPHS 67 Vincennes Rivet 82 FPHS 77 Chrisney 51 FPHS 68 Tunnelton 43 FPHS 64 South Spencer 72 FPHS 62 Tecumseh 60 FPHS 72 Holland 57 FPHS 64 Washington Catholic 40 FPHS 58 Winslow 56 FPHS 65 Chrisney 53 FPHS 57 Perry Central 53 FPHS 62 Barr Reeve 80 FPHS 96 Marengo 46 TOURNEY FPHS 61 Dubois 68 FPHS 72 Holland 56 SECTIONAL FPHS 74 Huntingburg 66 FPHS 53 Jasper 61 Astonished teammates watch as high-flying Mark Lubbers knocks ball from hands of foe. 34 Forest Park Rangers Mike Whalen receives a few words of encouragement from Coach Bingaman as he returns to the bench after a hard- fought game. Tim Weyer and Stan Hasenour prepare to snatch a possible rebound of Mike Whalen’s lay-up shot during FPHS-Dubois game. LEFT: Clarence Brames proves to be too fast for his oppo- nents as he drives in for a well-deserved pair of points. ABOVE: As big as the basketball court is, everyone still seems to want the same spot for his very own. 35 Kenny Wahl fights for possession of the ball in the Marengo game, the last scheduled game for the Junior Varsity. Holiday Tourney JUNIOR VARSITY FPHS 57 Leavenworth 29 FPHS 41 Dubois 49 FPUS 63 Dale 58 FPHS 30 Rex Mundi 54 FPHS 41 Haubstadt 50 FPHS 42 Vincennes 44 FPHS 54 Winslow 52 FPHS 76 Holland 46 FPHS 39 Chrisney 59 FPHS 57 Tunnelton 38 FPHS 43 South Spencer 51 FPHS 50 Tecumseh 53 FPHS 54 Holland 40 FPHS 38 Washington Catholic 59 FPHS 42 Winslow 46 FPHS 43 Chrisney 57 FPHS 45 Perry Central 51 FPHS 49 Barr Reeve 67 FPHS 69 Marengo 44 FIRST ROW: Mark Ebert, Rick Wilgus, Kenny Wahl, Curt Betz, Kenny Persohn, Dan Luebbehusen, Kevin Fehribach, Lamkim, Mark Bockelman, and Dan Werne. BACK ROW: Randy Klem, Mike Becher, and Student Manager Keith Coach Jim Hagedorn, Student Manager Ralph Lueken, Stan Albert. 36 Victory Highlights Junior Varsity Season The Junior Varsity proved once more that they could produce the fast breaks and the winning plays whenever necessary. Urged on by Coach Jim Hagedorn, the Junior Varsity snapped a three-game losing streak to capture the Holiday Tourney trophy. Although their season record of seven wins and twelve losses was not outstanding, the Junior Varsity displayed overall team spirit, drive, and dogged persistence. Constant practice and fine coaching gained confidence for the boys and prepared them for future varsity action. RIGHT: Dan Werne goes in for a two-pointer despite the ef- forts of a Holland Dutchman to foil his attempt. This play was typical of the fine ball handling demonstrated by the Junior Varsity in tournament play. The J.V. took tourney honors by successfully downing Winslow and Holland. Victorious Junior Varsity players and coach watch as Danny Luebbehusen cuts the net. FIRST ROW: Student Manager Jim Schum, Mark Brink- man, Mike Ernst, Wayne Olinger, Mark Ebert, Kenny Wahl, Gary Van Winkle, Harlan Ebert, and Student Manager Rick Boeglin. BACK ROW: Student Manager Dennis Luebbc- husen, Lee Ray Hoppenjans, Mike Durlauf, Curt Lamkin, Rick Wilgus, Rich Fromme, Bill Keller, Jerry Jochem, Ron Kordes, Student Manager Wendell Lueken, and Coach Jim Peacock. First Season an Impressive One for Frosh 38 Frosh receive last-minute advice from their coach before returning to the game. The freshman team of Forest Park did, indeed, enjoy a very successful sea- son. A display of fine ball handling and unfailing team spirit was proof to all that the frosh show promise of future varsity success. Cooperative team effort and invalu- able training and encouragement on the part of Coach Jim Peacock result- ed in the impressive first season record of thirteen wins and three losses. The frosh were justly rewarded at tourney time when they walked away with the PVC Tourney honors after downing Chrisney and Winslow in quick succession. FROSH BASKETBALL FPUS 46 Chrisney 27 FPHS 52 Dale 37 FPHS 42 Winslow 38 FPHS 51 Dubois 37 FPHS 44 South Spencer 57 FPHS 42 Winslow 40 FPHS 54 Perry Central 53 FPHS 41 Tell City 44 FPHS 41 Perry Central 39 FPHS 54 Jasper 70 FPHS 61 Chrisney 40 FPHS 56 Chrisney 48 FPHS 58 Winslow 44 FPHS 43 Dale 37 FPHS 39 Dubois 32 FPHS 53 Huntingburg 48 PVC Freshman Tourney Ranger yearlings use mass defense in blocking an attempted shot by a Jasper Kitten. 39 Cindermen Set New Records9 Lift Fans’ Spirit Forest Park Rangers excelled in track as they did in all sports. The record of 19 wins, 3 losses proved that the team was made up of individual stars who worked together stacking up points. One such athlete was Alvin Hoppen- jans. He broke one pole vault record of 11’6” and then broke his new height to set a final record of 11’9”. Five Cindermen qualified for the sectional team: Bob Oxley in the 440 Gene Seidl in the 100-yard dash; Kevin Fehribach at the high jump; Rich Stet- ter in the 2-mile run; and Alvin Hop- penjans at the pole vault. The equally successful freshman relay team was made up of: Dan Luebbehusen, Ron Kordes, Jerry Joc- hem, and Randy Kippenbrock. They set a PVC record of 1:46:4. Proud Forest Park fans backed both teams with the now famous RANGER SPIRIT. RIGHT: Gene Seidl is just about to realize his goal, the snap of string against his chest and the lifting of his heart. Forest Park Cindermen, KNEELING: Mike Durlauf, Mark Brinkman, Lee Ray Hoppenjans, Dan Luebbehusen, Gary Van Winkle, Rick Wilgus, Jerry Jochem, Harlan Ebert, Mark Ebert, Randy Kippenbrock, Mark Johannemann, Ron Kor- des, Bob Bolte, Gary Seger, Rick Stetter, and Dave Johan- nemann. STANDING: Jim Hagedorn (Coach), Steve Meyer, Kenny Persohn, Gary Sickbert, Alvin Hoppenjans, Larry Meyer, Mike Whalen, Kevin Fehribach, Ray Mehling, Mark Lubbers, and Student Managers Ron Weyer and Ralph Lueken. 40 CROSS COUNTRY TEAM, KNEELING: Jerry Jocliem, Gary Van Winkle, Rick Wilgus, Kenny Wahl, Mark Ebert. STANDING: Coach S. Paul Bingaman, Dan Werne, Gary Seger, Alvin Hoppenjans, Clarence Brames, Mike Whalen, Rob Oxley, Tim Weyer, Richard Stetter,Stan Hasenour, Ray Mehling, Coach Jim Hagedorn. Cross Country Team Captures PVC Trophy On your mark, get set, WIN! Forest Park’s first cross country season was, indeed, a winning one. Ray Mehling paved the way as the Rangers, fifteen strong, hit the fields with confidence. Excited FPHS students rallied round as the Rangers took Jasper by storm, cap- turing the coveted PVC trophy. As the season closed, the Rangers had finished first in 11 of 12 starts. LEFT: Once again, Ray Mehling speeds across the finish line in first place. 41 Baseball Team’s Effort Makes Winning Season Forest Park’s baseball team added spirited moments to the final weeks of the school year. Ending their season with a 15-5 record and a 3-2 PVC standing, the Ranger bat-swingers’ suc- cess was due to the tremendous stamina, ambition, and, of course, the team’s great skill at the game of base- ball. Coach Jim Peacock took the Ran- ger ball club a long way—from a loose- ly strung together group of young men to a top-performance team. The entire team is to be saluted for a top-notch job. Members of the Ranger ball club take a breather between innings while contem- plating the possibility of changing strategy. Baseball Team, KNEELING: Student Manager Tom Vogerl, Rod Zink, Duane Meyer, Pat Kippenbrock, Gary Van Win- kle, Keith Uebelhor, Ken Wahl, Mark Bockelman, and Stu- dent Manager Mark Vaal. STANDING: Student Manager Jeff Weyer, Rick Wilgus, Paul Wahl, Tim Weyer, Curt Lam- kin, Stan Betz, Mike Becher, Dave Betz, and Coach Jim Peacock. Not present when the picture was taken were: Rick Boeglin, Mark Steckler, Wayne Olinger, Harlan Ebert, and Keith Albert. 42 Girl’sTrack Team, FRONT ROW: Marian Vonderheide, Sue Lindauer, Diane Jochem, Laverne Weyer, and Mary Ann Lampert. SECOND ROW: Nancy Remke, Janice Weyer, Mary Ruhe, Mary Oser, and Debbie Oeding. BACK ROW: Miss Reynolds (Coach), Dolores Mehling, Debbie Verkamp, Becky Kippenbrock, Pam Spayd, Donna Lueken, Judy Oed- ing, and Connie Ruhe. Not pictured are Cindy Muller, Sharon Lueken, and Elaine Becher. Women Speedsters Invade World of Track This year, Forest Park’s women commanded a share of the sports’ spotlight. Twenty ambitious and ener- getic young girls joined the ranks of Ranger tracksters. Regular practices were scheduled three nights a week. Field events as well as track events were participated in. Events competed in were the broad jump, high jump, shot put, softball throw, 50 yd. dash, 100 yd. dash, 600 yd. walk-run, 440 relay, 880 relay, and the lowhurdles. Even though unsuccessful in their single track meet, the girls tried hard and represented Forest Park well. Marian Vonderheide and Becky Kippenbrock fly high in their attempt to qualify for the low-and high-hurdle events. The girls participated in one track meet at Jasper. 43 Merge; Creativity Flourishes Academics Pat Kippenbrock and Judy Oeding use great caution in preparing their chemistry lab. Ecology-Minded Scholars Look to the Future Debbie Verkamp, Connie Schneider, Dean Schuler, Kathy Wright, Laverne Weyer, and Judy Weyer study biological theory. Modern science reveals a charm un- surpassed in other fields of study. With this magic key youth can unlock the mysteries of the universe and shape the world of tomorrow. Science is a necessary part of the curriculum at Forest Park. The educa- tion of each student is enriched through many interesting and intrigu- ing classes. Students enthusiastically unlock the mysteries of science through study and firsthand experi- mentation. In today’s modern world the more we know about what makes up our environment the better off we are. The future of the world lies in all of our hands and especially in the hands of those who want to learn and who want to use their knowledge. 46 Eric Weyer seems amused at the prospect of identifying the Mr. Hagedorn assists Denise DeKemper in her search for the various bones and joints in the skeletal system of the cat. pectoralis major, one of the many muscles in the fetal pig. Paula Heeke, Mary Jean Weyer, and Monica Hoffman take the annual chemical inventory. in Denise DeKemper and Joyce Abell push for speed as Diane Jochem and Connie Schnell, in the background, practice typing form. Business, Math Students Individualized study is expedient to bookkeeping students. Cathy Meyer, Connie Ruhe, Luann Klem, and Sue Mehling work at their own pace in order to fully understand the material. 48 Strive Toward Building Accuracy and Skill Jane Vonderheide goes to the board to demonstrate her method of problem solving to her fellow geometry class- mates. Accuracy, speed, and skill building are the major aims of business and math students at Forest Park. Quickness of hand, keenness of mind, and an unfailing spirit speed these students on in their search for the secret to success. In today’s complicated world of the machine, stu- dents of business and math are at an advantage over those who have not taken these courses. They are preparing them- selves for the future and a time when man still rules the machine. Just knowing how to work a complicated and involv- ed mathematic or business problem is not enough. They must learn to make their knowledge work for them when faced with applying themselves to the problems of every- day living. ABOVE: Rick Merkley and Mike Meyer resort to the adding machine for the answer to a lengthy bookkeeping problem. LEFT: Speed building is an ever-present factor in shorthand. Cindy Muller, Donna Vaal, Rhonda Gilmore, and Mary Englert use the dictation tapes for building speed potential. Successes and failures of past lead- ers of the world are diligently reviewed in a modern-day glance at world his- tory. Our own more recent past comes vibrantly alive as the “Spirit of ’76” is viewed through the eyes of a modern high school student. The vital functions of the govern- ment of a democratic society are criti- cally reviewed and the geography of our native land is studied through the use of visual aids. Psychology and sociology add their spice to the progressive social studies department of our school. LEFT: Past cases are mixed with cur- rent events to give variety to atten- tive government students in Mr. Hub- ers’ class. Past, Present, Future Ideas Viewed Through These well dressed sociology students, Debbie Zink, Judy Ebert, Alvin Hoppenjans, Donna Seufert, Mark Lubbers, Karen Oxley, Sue Critchfield, Luann Klem, and Judy Meyer, experiment with people’s reactions to a new clothing trend. Eyes of Modern-Day Forest Park Students ABOVE: Geography students, Quay Van Kirk, Rick Wend- holt, and Paul Schnell, prepare for their next lesson. LEFT: Mr. Frank Smith points out the location of Indiana in relation to the total world area to Hilbert Mullen. 51 Modern Linguistics ABOVE: Jeff Seger practices the necessary art of speech making. LEFT: Business English students try a different angle of the teaching process. Sue Johannemann and Judy Ebert impart their knowledge to their morning class. Each group of students plans and designs his own format. Randy Klein, Mike Hasenour, Jane Durlauf, and Steve Klem listen to Spanish vocabulary. 52 Train Students in the Art of Communicating French students enjoy studying new selections on French customs, life, and culture. At Forest Park, a knowledge of En- glish is considered the key to all knowl- edge. Five English courses are offered. Seniors this year had a choice of English Grammar and Comp or Busi- ness English. Comp class was a combi- nation of the study of grammar usage, composition, and speech. One speech a grading period and a weekly composi- tion were required of each student. Business English students studied the use of English in business communica- tions. Each grading period, three occu- pational reports were written by each student. Underclassmen studied a general survey of literature and grammar. En- glish and American Literature were taught to juniors and sophomores. Freshmen studied literature from vari- ous parts of the world. Students were given a choice of three foreign languages: Spanish, Ger- man, and French. Tapes, slides, and films were used to study cultural as- pects of life in a foreign country. Ellen Harden scans through her literature book while Vicki Lavonne WeyerandCherrie Miller review the setting and the Nord reads the assigned novel, THE LIGHT IN THE history of one of Shakespeare’s greatest works, MACBETH. FOREST. 53 First Aid, Health Help in Handling Crises Janice Weyer and Joan Schilling practice bandaging techniques in an effort to pre- pare for future emergencies. This is just one of many aspects of First Aid class. Health, although basically a serious subject, does have its lighter moments. Ob- serving trials and errors of fellow students proves both enlightening and amusing. Considered to be an important sub- ject, First Aid was added to the cur- riculum this year. Sophomores took this class and learned the basic techni- ques needed to care for the injured. Artificial respiration and bandaging were just two of the lessons to be learned. Students did not become ex- pert at easing the sufferings of wound- ed persons, but they now know what to do when an emergency arises. They can cope with not-too-serious injuries and treat them temporarily. Health was a required subject, also, and it gave students basic knowledge of how the body works. To be able to care for oneself, one must know some- thing about bodily processes and how and why they function. These combined classes added to the variety in Forest Park’s curriculum and helped in producing a well-edu- cated student who can cope with to- day’s world. 54 How many of today’s homemakers learned the funda- mentals of good housekeeping in high school? Maybe not all, but probably the more skilled started learning and prac- ticing their knowledge in the classroom. Whether it was sewing, cooking, or housekeeping, Sr. Josepha and Mrs. Miller eagerly shared their knowledge and experience with their students. Students also brought ideas from home, enabling the class to study different techniques, decide upon the most efficient, and improve those they had previously examined. Among this year’s activities were providing lunch for the faculty, entertaining visiting dignitaries, and preparing a complete meal on Parent Night. LEFT: Barbara Knies, Aline Wagner, Cathy Meyer, Pam Spayd, and Joyce Weyer demonstrate their new-found tal- ents at the sewing machines. BELOW: Learning the fine art of producing perfect pastries are Mary Brosmer, Candy Clark, Glenda Huff, and Margie Schwoeppe. In Class Today; In the Home Tomorrow Shop and Art Classes Provide Release for Kenny Young meticulously measures his latest woodworking Mary Kay Schaeffer concentrates on centering her mound of project. Hilbert Mullen is equally busy with his ideas. clay while working on the potter’s wheel in art class. 56 Minds and hands work together as one unit in the In- dustrial Arts and Art Departments at Forest Park. Whether it is planning a color scheme or applying knowledge to me- chanical drawing, the two departments are the same in that the students use their talents and skills to create something new. Only the tools are different. In these departments, the mental aspect cannot be separated from the physical aspect. Mind and body work as one in expressing the artistic image. Students in both departments show the imagination and creativity required to turn out an article you can be proud of and know it is a part of you, the individual. LEFT: Mona Wilgus and Karen Hurst apply slip, liquid clay, to their dry, unfired pieces. At the same time, Cindy Bart- ley models an abstract piece from clay. In it she puts her moods, her ideas, and her feelings. BELOW: In repairing this old engine, Kevin Fehribach, Alan King, and Glenn Knies share latest automotive techniques. Artistic, Creative9 and Industrial Talents 57 U22, Phys Ed Classes Emphasize Fitness; Mobile Mark Bockelman “drives” one of the simulators at the Jas- per unit while he watches a specially prepared film. Debbie Boeglin tries to maintain her grip on the bar as Miss Reynolds and her classmates look on. This exercise was one of many used to build muscle tone and control. Miss Reynolds clocks Becky Kippenbrock’s speed as Becky uses a last-minute surge of energy to cross the finish line. 58 Units, Simulators Build Good Driving Skills Physical education classes at Forest Park strengthen the body in an effort to make the student into a well- rounded individual. The physical education program cen- ters around calisthenics, timed tests, skill tests, gymnastics, and organized games. Fun and recreation are stressed and good sportsmanship is emphasized. Although physical edu- cation classes are usually limited to the freshman and sophomore years, the classes are presented in such a way as to encourage continuing physical fitness programs. Driver education, basically a sophomore course, emphasizes safety and skill in handling automobiles. A new dimension was added to the driver education program when two mobile trailers, equipped with simulators and computer controls, were acquired by the county. These units enable students to “get the feel of the road” before they actually begin to drive. RIGHT: Linda Luegers bats the ball over the net while her teammates wait to assist her. Volleyball and other organ- ized games, such as badminton and softball were played dur- ing the phys ed classes. BELOW: The driver education class makes use of the stage for learning driving basics. Friends Main Goal of Personalities The administration and faculty of Forest Park High School worked to- gether to develop a progressive and stimulating curriculum to challenge a new and enterprising student body. They devotedly worked to impart knowledge, chaperon social events, lis- ten to those with problems, and give advice when needed. Through an understanding of the students’ individuality, the faculty constantly demonstrated faith in the students’ ability to think, plan, and work, and through guidance, solve their own problems. The faculty often tempered work with humor. This was often displayed in the new teachers’ lounge and by their active participation in pep rallies. The combined effort between stu- dent body and faculty has created a school with promise Forest Park High School. Dennis E. Tyring, the first principal of Forest Park High School, has a busy sched- ule, and among his many tasks is that of planning the week’s agenda. Faculty, Administration Succeed in First Year Mr. Larry Feldmeyer, guidance counselor, helps students and teachers with any problems they might have. Superintendent Earl Buechler’s means of communication among schools in S.E. DuBois County School Corp. is the telephone. 62 Sister Josella Goebel teaches Spanish. B.A. St. Benedict Col- lege, B.A. St. Louis University. Mrs. Norma Sondcrman keeps records, administers admit slips, and does general secretarial work. Miss Judy DeWeese teaches history and German. B.A. Ken- tucky Wesleyan College. Mr. James Peacock, head baseball and freshman basketball coach, teaches English. B.A. Purdue University. Mr. James Marshall teaches business and drivers ed. B.S. Oak- land City College. Sister Mary Alice Schnur teaches art. B.S. St. Benedict Col- lege, M.S. St. John’s, M.S. Indiana State University. 63 Mrs. Carolyn Cook teaches English and French. B.S. Oakland City College. Sister Josepha Book teaches home economics. B.S. St. Bene- dict College, M.A. St. Louis University. Mr. Jay Copra teaches industrial arts. B.S. and M.S. Indiana State University. Mrs. Mary Miller teaches home economics and general sci- ence. B.S. Purdue University. Sister Cheryl Ubelhor teaches math. B.S. St. Benedict Col- lege, M.A. St. Louis University. Mr. James Johanneman teaches industrial arts. B.S. Purdue University. Sister Mary Acquin Verkamp teaches business. M.B.A. Uni- versity of Dayton. Mrs. Alamae Walton teaches business. B.S. Oakland City Col- lege, M.S. Indiana University. 64 Mr. Leon Olinger teaches business and social studies. B.S. Oakland City College, M.S. University of Evansville. Miss Claudette Reynolds teaches physical ed., drivers ed., first aid, and health. B.S. Oakland City College. Mr. Robert Borden teaches English and history. B.S. Oak- Mr. Eugene Keusch directs the Forest Park band. B.M.E. land City College, M.S. Indiana State University. University of Evansville. Mr. Marvin McCutcheon teaches math and science. B.S. In- diana State University, M.S.T. Antioch. Mrs. Phyllis Johannemann directs the chorus. B.M.E. Indiana University. Mr. James Hagedorn teaches biology and current problems. Mr. Frank Smith teaches geography and history. B.A.- Col- B.A. University of Evansville, M.S. Indiana State University. lege of the Ozarks, M.S. Indiana University. 65 Mr. Michael Moran teaches industrial arts. B.S. Indiana State University. Sister Mary Gervase Gaesser teaches English. 15.S. St. Bene- diet College, M.A. St. Francis College. Mr. James Hubers teaches social studies. B.A. Bellarmine College, Louisville. Sister Francesca Brogan teaches chemistry. B.S. Butler Uni- versity, M.S. Indiana State University. Mr. Larry Klein teaches math and current problems. B.A. Mr. S. Paul Bingaman, head coach, teaches health, biology, St. Meinrad College, M.A. University of Evansville. and physical ed. B.S. and M.S. Indiana State University. 66 Mrs. Metzger, Mrs. Keller, and Mrs. Kemper ready their delicious chicken for serving. Mr. Dennis Altman (above left) and his wife, Rita (above need of maintenance and keep the school in excellent con- right), expertly service and clean any school equipment in dition throughout the school year. LEFT: Mrs. Whalen does odd jobs around the school as a in excellent shape for the students’ use. RIGHT: Aide Mrs. teachers’ aide. CENTER: Sister Boniface keeps the library Roos helps out whenever and wherever she is needed. 67 Juniors Successfully Slave This Year Working Jackie Albert T erry Atkins Mark Austin Dave Betz Mary Lou Betz Randy Blessinger Steve Blessinger Keith Blunk Diane Boeglin Clarence Brames Kenny Braunecker Margaret Buechler Sheila Buechler Kathy Cummins James Demuth Richard Dooley Jane Durlauf Elaine Ebert Gervase Ebert Mary Jane Englert 68 for Whatever Comes in Future Years We changed a great dealsince last year. Besides being a year older, we have grown up. not just physically, but also mentally. Our ideas are begin- ning to take hold, and we think for ourselves. We have accepted the responsibili - ties that come with the status of being upperclassmen. Although we did back slide at times, we tried to set an ex- ample for our underclassmen and show real class spirit when the going got rough. We accepted the joys as well as the pains—our beautiful rings, the fun of getting together with our friends to make a sectional display, the hard work of planning a prom to be remembered by the seniors, and the financial worries that always plague the junior class. We have done a lot of things as juniors that Forest Park will never for- get , and next year we will lead the school to the best of our ability. Kevin Fehribach Paula Fischer Ramona Fischer Linda Gehlhausen 69 Duane Meyer, president; Ron Schultz, secretary; Marian Klem, vice-president; and Connie Ruhe, treasurer, lead their class today as they look to the future. The Juniors Proudly Display Their Rings 70 Symbolizing Their Status as FPHS Rangers Rhonda Gilmore Mike Haakc Lou Ann Haas Bernie Hagedorn John Hancock Mark Hasenour Mary Hasenour Mark Haug Paul Hceke Fred Heilers Susan Hochgesang Monica Hoffman Joyce Huff Karen Hurst Phyllis Hurst T om Keller Donna Kemper Mary Kemper Gail Kempf Joe Ketzner 71 Combined Junior Talent Promotes Spirit John Kippenbtock Pat Kippenbrock Don Klein Marian Klem Glenn Knies Dave Knust Jane Knust Jane Ann Jochim Kenny Lange Diane Luebbehusen Paula Mathies Gary Mathies Elaine Mehling Ray Mehling Sue Mehling Gene Merkley Duane Meyer Jim Meyer Martha Meyer Cherrie Miller 72 and Delights Entire School Becky Mundy Donna Niehaus Dan Nord Cheryl Nord Judy Oeding Randy Olinger Marty Olinger Mary Jane Oser Originality, Imagination—Marks of Kathy Pancake Donna Persohn Stan Rahman Anne Reckelhoff Beverly Roll Eddie Roos Connie Ruhe Jeff Russ Mary Kay Schaeffer Tom Schilling Gary Schipp Randy Schneider Carol Schnell Danny Schnell Melinda Schnell Ronnie Schultz Kathleen Schwartz Michael Schwartz Janet Schwinghamer Gene Seidl 74 Excellence Displayed in All Junior Projects Gathering in the art room, the juniors work long and hard to make a winning display. Juniors Turn Candy Sale, Sectional Display, ABOVE: Junior class members check and double-check the money taken in during their sale of World’s Finest choco- late. LEFT: Victorious juniors surround their prize-winning Ranger tower. The tower won first place for the juniors in the battle between the classes at sectional time. Also shown in this double exposure (looking at the picture sideways) is the tug of war being reffed by Mr. Klein. Victory in this match was claimed by the junior boys. Gary Sickbert Faye Spayd Mark Tretter Keith Uebelhor Tug of War Into First-Year Success Story Donna Vaal Mark Vaal Quay Van Kirk Debbie Van Winkle Paul Verkamp Kenneth Wagner Paul Wahl Mark Welp Ruth Welp Jeff Weyer Lavonne Weyer Mary Jean Weyer Ron Weyer Terry Weyer Tim Weyer Mike Whalen Mona Wilgus Jim Wilmes Mike Wollenmann Rod Zink Sophomores Display Action, Drive9 and Zest Joyce Abell Patti Andry Gary Atkins Robert Balbach Sophomore class officers Randy Klem, president; Kenny Persohn, secretary; Stan Betz, vice-president; and Steve Jahn, treasurer, find their duties as interesting challenge. 78 as They Prepare for Future Responsibility We are the in-betweens, at least to the other classes. In our own way, though, we have accomplished much. We are not the largest class, but we are the loudest. We are not, as yet, old enough to sponser any money-raising events, but we have started by putting the gears of thought to work and have begun our planning. When we have a goal, we all work toward it and put our all into it. Our class officers are great leaders, but they do not just stand around and give directions. They pitch in and help. Great leaders cannot get much done if they have no one to lead. In our class, cooperation and a willingness to work give us our real power and strength. All our projects show vivid imagination, creativity, and talent. We are a class that plans to do great things. We are the Sophomores. Stan Betz Mark Bockelman Debbie Boeglin Bob Bolte Allen Brockman Donna Burger Raleigh Cummins Denise DeKemper Jim Ernst T im Fromme Janet Goepferich Sue Goepferich Max Haake Doug Harmon 79 Sophomores Survive First Two Years, Prepare Monica Hasenour Steve Hasenour Sheila Hassfurther Karen Heilers Chuck Hobbs Linda Hochgesang Rita Hoppenjans Steve Jahn Diane Jochem Dave Johannemann Gary Kemper Becky Kippenbrock Steve Klem Randy Klem Becky Kluemper Barbara Knies Don Knies John Knust Kenny Knust Patti Knust 80 to Meet Responsibilities of Upperclassmen Mary Ann Lampert Steve Leinenbach Janice Lindauer Kenny Lindauer Sue Lindauer Karen Loechte Ron Lubbers Linda Luegers Donna Lueken Mary Jo Lueken Sharon Lueken Delores Mehling Carol Merkley David Messmer Cathy Meyer Doris Meyer Patty Meyer Stan Miller Paula Mullen Vicki Mullis 81 Sophomores Create Sweater, Jacket Designs Ruth Mundy Dennis Neukam Sharon Nordhoff Kenny Persohn 82 to Carry Symbolic Forest Park Emblems ABOVE: Mrs. Sonderman collects the balance due on Sophomore sweaters as Vicki Mullis accepts her sweater from the company representative. RIGHT: Becky Kippenbrock, Janet Goepferich, and Nancy Remke admire their newly acquired class sweaters. The sweaters, forest green cardigans, are adorned with green and gold emblems signify- ing the girls’ status as members of the Forest Park High School class of 1974. LEFT: Sophomore boys, Dan Werne, Mark Bockeiman, Gary Kemper, Mark Potter, Randy Klem, Stan Betz, and Steve Schwoeppe (kneeling), proudly model their new class jackets as Jeff Schipp displays the reverse side which is water repellent. 83 Enthusiastic Class of ’74 Proves Their Mark Potter Kenny Rahman Nancy Remke Joan Schilling Jeff Schipp Connie Schnell Dan Schnieders Dean Schuler Carolyn Schuster Steve Schwoeppe Gary Seger Paula Seufert Rose Marie Snyder Pam Spayd Karen Steckler Richard Stetter Danny Vaal Barbara Verkamp Spirit by Generating ‘Ranger Fever9 Tom Voegerl Jane Vonderheide Jean Vonderheide Marian Vonderheide Aline Wagner Leroy Wagner Ruth Wagner Connie Welp Mary Lou Welp Ron Welp Steve Welp Dan Werne Janice Weyer Joyce Weyer Keith Weyer Dennis Woebkenberg Class of 1975 Looks Eagerly Forward to Freshmen class officers serving their first term: Randy Vaal, president, Laverne Weyer, vice-president; Mike Durlauf, treasurer; and Debbie Verkamp,secretary. Leah Arm Abell Keith Albert Carol Allen Alicia Robin Andry Donna Bartley Mike Becher Nancy Betz Kitty Bieker 86 Whole New Life as Forest Park Rangers Another school year has begun, but this year is quite different. We left the grade school and encountered a new way of life. As the first freshmen class to enter Forest Park High School, we were both anxious to take on new and greater responsibilities and also some- what frightened at what high school life had in store for us. Some of the first things we had to learn were how to open our lockers and find our way around the school to our various class- es. But as the year progressed, we be- came more acquainted with our num- erous tasks and the surroundings. The other classes began to take notice of our undying school spirit at basketball games as we continued to back our Rangers throughout the season. We also led the honor roll throughout most of the school year. As the school year came to a close for us, we were ready and willing to take on even greater responsibilities in the years ahead of us. We now move on to the ranks of sophomores and look eagerly forward to the year 1975. Joan Boeckman Rick Boeglin Sherry Bolden Karen Brahm Karen Brang Joyce Brosmer Kevin Braunecker Mark Brinkman Rose Ann Brosmer A1 Bruner Carolyn Buechler Kathy Campbell Gary Cooper Jerry Cooper First Freshman Class, 137 Bill Cummins Charles Demuth Perry Dishon Kenny Drach Allen Durcholz Mike Durlauf Harlan Ebert Janet Ebert Mark Ebert Karen Ernst Mike Ernst Tanya Fehribach Cindy Fischer Bob Fleck Pat Fritz Richard Fromme Gary Gehlhausen Donna Haas Ellen Harden Terry Harmon 88 Strong9 Outnumbers All Other FPHS Classes Chris Hasenour Joe Hasenour Kevin Hasenour Mike Hasenour Steve Haug Michelle Hedinger Ann Helming Tom Helming Cindy Hochgesang Debbie Hoffman Lee Ray Hoppenjans Gerald Jochem Mark Johannemann Bill Keller Terry Kemper Judy Kippenbrock Randy Kippenbrock Bernie Klem Jackie Klem Marcia Klem 89 6Green5 Frosh Anticipate New, Exciting Linda Kline Donna Klueh Sherry Knight David Knust Diane Knust Ron Kordes Faith Krampe Margaret Kraus Keith Lange Curt Lamkin Geri Leinenbach Dan Luebbehusen Dennis Luebbehusen Paul Lueken Ralph Lueken Wendell Lueken Randy Mathies Carol Mehling Richard Mehling Ann Merkley Experiences Awaiting Them at Forest Park Carol Messmer Marlene Messmer Paul Mohr Rick Morgan Bernardine Mundy David Mundy Vicki Nord Debbie Oeding Mary Oeding Cynthia Olinger Wayne Olinger Larry Partenheimer Janice Pauckner Dennis Persohn Joni Persohn Mike Petry Mary Ruhe Karen Schilling Stan Schipp Connie Schneider 91 Freshmen Combine Imagination with Spirit Lonnie Schneider Mike Schroeder Mona Schultz Jim Schum Clarence Schwartz Frank Schwartz Mark Steckler Stan Stetter Jimmy Stout Michelle Tern pel David Toby Charles Tretter Christy Uebelhor Cheryl Vaal Randy Vaal Gary Van Winkle 92 to Build Strong Foundation for Future Use Laverne Weyer Rick Wilgus Kathy Wright Stanley Verkamp Dolores Wagner Mary Wagner Othmar Wagner Kenny Wahl Linda Wehr Barbara Welp Janet Welp Joe Welp Wanda Welp Karen Wendholt Judy Weyer 93 Class of 1972 First Ava Abell As seniors, we were expected to set a good example for our underclassmen and to blend into one large, solid, well-organized class. We, as one, made a success of our one year spent as Forest Park Rangers, We became ace salesmen, peddling magazine subscriptions, multi-purpose cleaner, raffle tickets, and anything else that would bring a profit. We manned the concession stands at basketball games and sponsored dances. We became misers, unwilling to spend money on anything unnecessary. Our reward for all this hard work was a five-day trip to Florida. Two fun-filled days were spent in Orlando at Disney World, one at Cape Kennedy, and two on the road. One of the highlights of our senior year was the crowning of the first Basketball Queen of the Forest Park Rangers. Queen Sharon Lueken and ten senior representa- tives reigned in their “Evening of Enchantment.” As we spent our last few days and hours within the halls of Forest Park High, we looked back on all our activi- ties of the past twelve years. Sorry to be leaving, yet glad to be finally considered adults, we passed through the doors for the last time as students. We remain, forever, the Class of 1972. 94 Dennis Balbach Brenda Barth Cynthia Bartley to Graduate from Forest Park High School Senior class officers: Steve Meyer, president; Rob Oxley, vice-president; Mary Schreiner, secretary; and Karen Oxley, treasurer, find the senior year a hectic one. John Bische Randall Bromm Candy Clark Patrick Brosmer John Bieker Mary Brosmer Randall Cooper Shirley Betz Donna Bickwermcrt Susan Critchfield Judy Ebert Gary Englert Seniors Prepare for Future Study9 Employment Seniors Steve Meyer, Terry Englert, Rosie Wagner, Eileen search for a suitable college. The student lounge, situated Olinger, and Barb Snyder leaf through college brochures in outside the counselor’s office, provides a perfect setting. 97 Seniors Exhibit Talents at Sectional Time Mark Oser, Ann Fleck, and Bill Fischer eagerly assemble the senior sectional display. Terry Englert Anna Fleck Jane Fleck Gary Fritz Kristy Fritz Pam Fritz Kevin Gerber Susan Goepferich Betti Haake Mary Jo Haas Kenny Hasenour Flurry of Activity Sweeps School as Sectional Nears Joe Lubbers and Bill Fischer add some last-minute touches Rick Wendholt. along with many other Ranger backers, adds to the senior display hoping to impress the judges. his signature to the list as an ardent Ranger fan. Stan Hasenour Paul Hawkins Doris Helming Mary Alice Helming Joseph Hoffman Michael Hoffman Alvin Hoppenjans Glenda Huff Marsha Huff Mary Lee Johannemann Sue Ann Johannemann Edward Kerstiens 101 Alan King Chris Klein Luann Klem Albert Kluemper Connie Kippenbrock Thomas Kippenbrock 102 R. Joseph Lubbers Sharon Lueken Thomas Lueken Michael Maffenbeier Vicki McKinney Determined Student Completes High School Career At Home Joe Bische takes classes at his horne in order to get the necessary credits to gradu- ate. He was disabled after falling from a tree and has been in a wheelchair ever since the accident. He previously attended Manatee High in Bradenton, Florida. 103 Hard Work Randall Merkley Richard Merkley Judy Meyer Larry Meyer Marilyn Meyer Michael Meyer Robert Meyer 104 Earns 5-Day Trip for Seniors Senior class sponsors Mr. Borden and Sister Josella, a representative from Rex All-Purpose Cleaner, and senior group leaders discuss the up-coming sales cam- paign. Stephen Meyer Hilbert Mullen 105 Lucinda Muller Michael Mundy Eileen Olinger Mark Oser Stephen Oser Randall Oser Seniors Exercise 18-Year-Old Right to Vote Tom Kippenbrock, Rosie Wagner, Carla Vittitow, Marlene Woebkenberg, and Mary Sue Wollenmann register to exercise their newly-acquired right to vote in all elec- tions. 106 Karen Oxley Kenneth Petry John Scliipp Robert Oxley John Potter Don Schneider George Pauckner Diana Schaeffer Kenneth Schnell 107 Paul Schnell Ted Schnell Mary Rose Schreiner Victor Schroeder Margaret Schwoeppe Mary Agnes Schwartz Jeffrey Seger David Schwinghammer Donna Marye Seufert 108 Queen Sharon accepts her bouquet of roses from Sr. Josella while the court watches. Seniors Elect Eleven Girls As Queen9 Court 109 Seniors Paint Gymnasium as Class Project Painting the bleachers and scorebox becomes the newest but the time and energy spent by the seniors in this project goal for the seniors. 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E2B255M E52ZQEE0 IEH52Z2E2H 407 Fourth Street Huntingburg Indiana 47542 121 Verkamp’s Lucky Dollar Market Meat—Vegetables—G roceries Phone: 367-1771 Ferdinand Indiana Bartley Feeder Service, Inc. K Willie Bartley Phone: 812 683-2350 Rural Route 3, North Main Huntingburg Indiana 47542 Bolte Lumber Company Compliments of Dealers in Building Material and Mill Work Mr. and Mrs. Don Seufert Phone 367-0192 and Ferdinand Indiana Mr. and Mrs. Wilfred Olinger Compliments of Richard L. Becher BEACHER FUNERAL HOME Phone: 367-0951 Ferdinand Indiana MEHLING BROTHERS TRUCKING CO. General Hauling Lime Spreading Ferdinand, Indiana 122 COVERED BRIDGE Beer—Food—Wine Phone: 367-1501 Ferdinand Indiana BOEGLIN’S JEWELRY GENTS’ SHOPPE Phone: 367-1721 Ferdinand Indiana FERDINAND FLOOR AND TILE CO. INC. carpet ceramic inlaid seamless Phone: 367-3721 Ferdinand, Indiana BOLTE’S STATION Complete Repair On Cars, Trucks, Tractors Phone: 367-1651 Ferdinand Indiana Manuel Fajardo, M.D. FERDINAND CLINIC Thirds Maryland Streets Phone: 367-2241 Ferdinand Indiana MUNICIPAL LIGHT WATER PLANT Ferdinand uvi •nnir% Indiana DURLAUF INSURANCE AGENCY Jerry Durlauf, Agent Phone 367-2191 Ferdinand Indiana E. J. OEDING Bottle Gas Propane Bulk Gas Appliances Furniture Phone: 367-0271 Ferdinand Indiana Wilmes Window Manufacturing Co., Inc. Telephone: 367-1811 Ferdinand Indiana 124 UNITED WOOD PRODUCTS COMPANY Ferdinand Indiana OEDING LUEBBEHUSEN FEED MILL Nutrina Feeds Phone: 367-1621 Ferdinand Indiana KIMBALL MUSIC CENTER Pianos and Organs Phone: 482-1600 15th Cherry Jasper Indiana Be careful how you use it. HI-YAHH! MARY’S BEAUTY SHOPPE Falls—Wigs—Wiglets All Types of Hair Care Phone 367-2842 Ferdinand Indiana JIM UEBELHOR RUTTKAR’S Compliments of RADIO—TELEVISION-STEREO Ferdinand 5 10 SALES AND SERVICE FERDINAND, INDIANA Phone 367-1591 125 Becher Bros. Meats, Inc. ST. ANTHONY MILL CO. Custom Slaughtering and Processing Grains, Feeds, Seeds by appointment Phone 326-2791 Phone: 937-4701 Dale Indiana St. Anthony Indiana While the boss is away . . why not? O’Brien’s Apparel Ladies’ Wear 322 Fourth Street Huntingburg Indiana LELAND LUMBER COMPANY, INC. Huntingburg Indiana 47542 SHORTY’S AND MARY’S TAVERN Birdseye Indiana HUNTINGBURG GREENHOUSE Fresh Flowers Huntingburg Indiana 126 COMPLIMENTS OF DAIRY FOODS “a leadep in the toupy lndustRy” NOBLE’S IGA FOODLINER Open Sundays Phone 547-3556 Tell City Indiana liEiumnU'si FOR DISTINCTIVE GIFTS Jasper Indiana Jean of the Jungle Schatz Insurance Agency Insurance is Our Business Your Independent Insurance Agent Phone: 357-7342 St. Meinrad Indiana TELL CITY NATIONAL BANK Main Bank Downtown RUXER FURNITURE AND APPLIANCES Drive-In on Franklin Street Full Service Branch in the Complete Home Furnishings Lincoln Park Plaza Phone 357-5456 Shopping Center St. Meinrad Indiana CONNER MOTORS, INC. Phone: 937-4445 Dale, Indiana COLONIAL CAFETERIA Our Specialty—Roasted Chicken Party Room Available Phone: 937-2330 Dale Indiana 128 TONY’S CURT DAUBY, INC. RADIATOR SERVICE Appliances—Furniture Third Main Street Electrical—Plumbing Huntingburg Indiana47542 9th Street Highway 37 Tell City Indiana PLEASANT RIDGE TELL CITY RECAPPERS Dayton Tire Dealer Passenger Truck Tire FARMS Retreading Vulcanizing David E. Schnell Wheel Balancing Birdseye, Indiana Tractor Tires Road Service Reg. Yorkshires Hampshires 715 Franklin Street Phone: 389-2522 Phone Ki 7-4511 Tell City Indiana THEISING GARAGE Hilbert “Hip” Theising p tE Co IAQppR CHAIR COMPANY Manufacturers of Chairs For General Repair Shop Schnellville Indiana Offices—Banks—Schools Libraries Public Buildings “The Right Chair at the Right Price” Fischer’s Furniture Appliances Co. 906-10 Main Street Phone: 547-2351 Tell City Indiana 47586 Area Code 812 Phone 482-5239 Jasper Indiana 129 PRUITT’S STORE General Merchandise Groceries—Paint—Clothes Open Seven Days a Week Phone 389-2341 Birdseye Indiana THE SHOPPING MART Everything Sold At Discount Prices Jasper Indiana dippels’ 7ood CqjC a, Home of Brand-name Merchandise Jasper Indiana Phone 482-4464 JASPER PLANT FOODS WAREHOUSE, INC. Complete Plant Food Service Phone 482-5101 Jasper Indiana B G Tire Supply Inc. gnruiiiM Highway 231 South Phone: 482-3122 Jasper Indiana 47546 LUEKEN PUND LUMBER COMPANY Complete Building Supplies New Construction Remodeling Ferdinand Indiana 130 STANDARD OIL 201 S. Clay St. phone 482-2241 D. J. Kress, Agent Jasper Indiana Buehler’s IGA Food liners Northwood Jasper Midtown Huntingburg Oakland City Rockport Loogootee ECKERLE’S MUSIC STORE “On The Square” 608 Main Jasper Indiana 131 Rahman Lumber Co. Cabinet Work Contracting Building Materials Phone: 367-2361 Ferdinand Indiana UEBELHOR SON MOTOR CO. Chevrolet 01 dsmobile—Cadillac 24 Hour Wrecker Service Phone 482-2222 Hwy 231 South Jasper Indiana BOB LUEGERS MOTORS, INC. Pontiac—Buick—Rambler GMC Trucks Opel Jeep U.S. 231 South Jasper Indiana NURIH AMERICAN PRODUCTS CORF Jasper Indiana SCHNARR ELECTRIC CO. 306 Wernsing Road m Phone 482-1606 Jasper, Indiana 132 THE MODERN GAITHER’S STORE AND Congratulations to the Class of '12 SQUIRE SHOP Southern Indiana’s Most Eckerty Indiana Complete Men’s and Boys’ Shop Jasper Indiana Congratulations to the Class of 1972 Denbo Funeral Home 24-Hour Ambulance Service Phone: 338-2558 Ronald Ann Denbo English Indiana JASPER CENTRAL DISTRIBUTING CO., INC. WHOLESALE DISTRIBUTORS 203 West 6th Street Jasper, Indiana 47546 133 First with Dial-A-Bank For Doorstep Service Fourth Main Huntingburg Indiana FARM BUREAU CO-OP ASSOC., INC. Telephone: 683-2809 900 North Main Street Huntingburg Indiana HOOSIER GARAGE Your Allis Chalmers Dealers Ferdinand Indiana MULLER FEED and GRAIN Master Mix Feeds Phone 367-0581 SPENCER COUNTY BANK Phone: 357-7292 St. Meinrad Indiana 134 Ferdinand Indiana Congratulations to the Graduates And Best Wishes for Future Success ST ANTHONY 135 CHAIR COMPANY TELL CITY, IND. Furniture Craftsmen Since 1865 KLEM LUMBER CO. General Contracting St. Anthony Indiana CUNNINGHAM SUNOCO SERVICE AAA Emergency Service Birdseye Indiana Acme Metal Products Custom Built Metal Furniture Frames OHIO VALLEY Jasper Indiana GAS CORPORATION Cannelton Ferdinand St. Meinrad Troy AMERICAN LEGION 701-7th Street Post 124 Tell City Indiana Ferdinand Indiana 136 PATRONS Ferdinand Ferdinand Plastic Company Hank’s Sign Co., Inc. Jacob’s Garage Mullis Tourist Home Tri-County Welding Repair Schnellville Brown Derby Santa Claus Santa’s Country Tell City Malone’s Texaco Service P. N. Hirsch Co. Tell City Glass Service Birdseye Clark Liquor Store Eckerty Paul A. Brown—Bottle Gas Appliances Huntingburg John Frield’s Ford, Inc. C. J. Gehlhausen Huntingburg Clinic Huntingburg Frozen Food Locker Katter Kleaners Katterhenry’s Store Reller Jewelers 60-Minute Cleaners Sylvester’s Tom’s Tire Supply English Gilliland Restaurant Johnson’s Furniture Store St. Anthony Berg’s Garage Klem’s Cabinet Co. Butch’s Tavern St. Meinrad Schlachter’s ’66 Jasper Ben Franklin Store Hoosier Business Machines Jasper Laundry and Dry Cleaners Tewell’s Shoe Store Thomas L. Eversman, O.D. Tretter’s YEARBY STUDIO Phone 649-2406 Rockport, Indiana Official Photographer for THE TRACER THE LOOKOUT and Senior Portraits 1972Forest Park High School TRACER Index A Abell, Ava 94,143 Abell, Joyce 48,78 Abell, Leah Ann 86 Albert, Jackie 29,68 Albert, Keith 36,86 Allen, Carol 86 Alien, Ed 50,94 Altman, Mr. Dennis 67 Altman, Mrs. Rita 67 Andry, Alicia Robin 86 Andry, Patti 78 Atkins, Gary 40,78 Atkins, Terry 68 Austin, Mark 68 Boeglin, Rick 38,87 Bolden, Sherry 87 Bolte, Robert 12,40,79 Borden, Mr. Robert 24,65,104 Brahm, Karen 87 Brames, Clarence 32,33,35,41,68 Brang, Karen 87 Braunecker, Kenny 68 Braunecker, Kevin 87 Brinkman, Mark 38,40,87 Brockman, Allen 79 Bromm, Randy 96 Brosmer, Joyce 87 Brosmer, Mary 55,96 Brosmer, Pat 96 Brosmer, Rose Ann 87 Bruner, Allen 87 Buechler, Carolyn 87 Buechler, Mr. Earl F. 18,62 Buechler, Margaret 21,68 Buechler, Sheila 14,15,68,75 Burger, Donna 79 Durcholz, Allen 88 Durlauf, Jane 52,68 Durlauf, Mike 12,38,40,86,88 E Ebert, Elaine 68 Ebert, Gervase 68 Ebert, Harlan 38,40,88 Ebert, Janet 88 Ebert, Judy 6,9,11,51,52,97 Ebert, Mark 12,36,38,40,41,88 Englert,Gary 97 Englert, Mary 49,68 Englert, Terry 17,97,98 Ernst, James 79 Ernst, Karen 48,88 Ernst, Mike 88 Balbach, Dennis 94 Balbach, Robert 78 Barth, Brenda 14,22,94 Bartley, Cindy 57,94 Bartley, Donna 86 Becher, Elaine 11,13,14,18,25,29,95, 113 Becher, Mike 32,36,42,86 Begle, Becky 11,14,18,20,95 Bet tag, Lorna 95 Betz, Dave 25,32,42,68 Betz, Mary Lou 20,28,68 Betz, Nancy 86 Betz, Shirley 96 Betz, Stan 36,42,78,79,82 Bickwermert, Donna 96 Bieker, John 96 Bieker, Kitty 86 Bingaman, Mr. S. Paul 35,41,66,142 Bische.Joe 103 Bische,John 96 Blessinger, Randy 68 Blessinger, Steve 68 Blunk, Keith 68 Bockelman, Mark 32,36,42,58,79,82 Boeckman, Joan 87 Boeglin, Debbie 58,79 Boeglin, Diane 21,27,68 c Campbell, Kathy 87 Clark,Candy 55,96 Cook, Mrs. Carolyn 64 Cooper, Gary 87 Cooper, Jerry 87 Cooper, Randy 96 Copra, Mr. Jay 64 Critchfield, Susan 20,51,97 Cummins, Bill Joe 88 Cummins, Kathy 68 Cummins, Raleigh 79 D DeKemper, Denise 12,47,48,79 Demuth, Charles 88 Demuth, James 68 DeWeese, Miss Judy 63 Dishon, Perry 25,88 Drach, Kenny 88 Dooley, Richard 68 F Fehribach, Kevin 36,40,57,69 Fehribach, Tanya 88 Feldmeyer, Mr. Larry 25,62,142 Fischer, Bill 98,100 Fischer, Cindy 88 Fischer, Paula 28,69 Fischer, Mona 69 Fleck, Anna 11,98 Fleck, Jane 99 Fleck, Bob 88 Fritz, Gary 99 Fritz, Kristy 11,13,19,99 Fritz, Pam 99 Fritz, Pat 88 Fromme, Richard 38,88 Fromme.Tim 79 G Gehlhausen, Gary 88 Gehlhausen, Linda 69 Gerber, Kevin 99 138 Gilmore, Rhonda 14,49,71 Goepferich, Janet 79,83 Goepferich, Sue 79 Goepferich, Susan 99 H Haake, Betti 99 Haake, Max 79 Haake, Mike 71,144 Haas, Donna 88 Haas, Lou Ann 20,71 Haas, Mary Jo 99 Hagedorn, Bernie 71 Hagedorn, Mr. Janies 36,40,41,47,65 Harden, Ellen 53,88 Harmon, Douglas 79 Harmon, Terry 88 Hancock,John 71 Hasenour, Chris 89 Hasenour, Joseph 89 Hasenour, Kenny 99 Hasenour, Kevin 89 Hasenour, Mark 71 Hasenour, Mary 71 Hasenour, Mike 52,89 Hasenour, Monica 80 Hasenour, Stan 28,32,33,35,41,100 Hasenour, Steve 80 Hassfurther, Sheila 80 Haug, Mark 71 Haug, Steve 89 Hawkins, Paul 100 Hedinger, Michelle 89 Heeke, Paula 21,47,71 Heilers, Fred 71 Hcilers, Karen 80 Helming, Ann 89 Helming, Doris 100 Helming, Mary Alice 7,12,16,101 Helming, Tom 89 Hobbs, Chuck 80 Hochgesang, Cindy 89 Hochgesang, Linda 80 Hochgesang, Sue 29,71 Hoffman, Debbie 89 Hoffman, Joe 101 Hoffman, Mike 101 Hoffman, Monica 47,71 Hoppenjans, Alvin 16,28,40,41,51, 101 Hoppenjans, Lee Ray 38,40,89 Hoppenjans, Rita 80 Hubers, Mr. James 66 Huff, Glenda 55,101 Huff, Joyce 71 Huff, Marsha 101 Hurst, Karen 57,71 Hurst, Phyllis 7 1 J Jahn, Steve 9,78,80 Jochem, Diane 7,43,48,80 Jochem, Gerald 22,38,40,41,89 Jochim.Jane 72 Johanneman, Mr. James 64 Johannemann, Dave 12,40,80 Johannemann, Mark 40,89 Johannemann, Mary Lee 101 Johannemann, Mrs. Phyllis 8,65 Johannemann, Sue 52,101 K Keller, Mrs. Margaret 67 Keller, Tom 71 Keller, Bill 38,89 Kemper, Donna 71 Kemper, Gary 80,82 Kemper, Mrs. Henrietta 67 Kemper, Mary 71 Kemper, Terry 89 Kempf, Gail 20,7 I Kerstiens, Ed 101 Ketzner, Joe 71 Keusch, Mr. Eugene 65 Kippenbrock, Becky 7,43,58,80,83 Kippenbrock, Connie 102 Kippenbrock, John 72 Kippenbrock, Judy 89 Kippenbrock, Pat 42,46,72 Kippenbrock, Randy 40,89 Kippenbrock, Tom 14,102,106 King, Alan 57,102 Klein, Mr. Larry 66,76 Klem, Bernie 89 Klein, Chris 102 Klem, Don 72 Klem, Jackie 89 Klem, Luann 11,13,48,51,102 Klem, Marcia 7,89 Klem, Marian 9,69,72 Klem, Randy 36,40,52,78,80,82 Klem, Steve 52,80 Kline, Linda 90 Klueh, Donna 90 Kluemper, Albert 14,20,102 Kluemper, Becky 80 Knies, Barbara 55,80 Knies, Don 80 Knies, Glenn 57,72 Knight, Sherry 90 Knust, David 72 Knust, David 90 Knust, Diane 90 Knust, Jane 7,24,72 Knust, John 80 Knust, Kenny 80 Knust, Patti 80 Kordes, Ron 38,40,90 Krampe, Faith Ann 90 Kraus, Margaret 90 L Lampert, Mary Ann 43,81 Lamkin,Curt 36,38,42,90 Lange, Keith 90 Lange, Kenny 72 Leinenbach, Geri 90 Leinenbach, Steve 81 Leisman, Marilyn 102 Lindauer, Janice 81 Lindauer, Kenny 81 Lindauer, Sue 7,43,81 Loechte, Karen 81 Lubbehusen, Jim 102 Lubbers, Mark 25,32,33,34,40,51,102 Lubbers, R. Joe 100,103 Lubbers, Ron 81 Luebbehusen, Danny 32,36,37,40,90 Luebbehusen, Dennis 38 Luebbehusen, Diane 13,72 Luegers, Linda 59,81 Lueken, Donna 43,81 Lueken, Mary 81 Lueken, Paul 90 Lueken, Ralph 36,40,90 Lueken, Sharon 10,1 1,13,22,26,103, 109,142 Lueken, Sharon 81 Lueken, Tom 103 Lueken, Wendell 38,90 M Maffenbeier, Mike 103 139 Marshall, Mr. James 63 Mathies, Paula 72 Mathies, Gary 72 Mathies, Randy 90 McCutcheon, Mr. Marvin 21,65 McKinney, Vicki 6,103 Mehling, Carol 12,22,90 Mehling, Dolores 43,59,81 Mehling, Elaine 7,72 Mehling, Ray 25,32,40,41,72 Mehling, Richard 90 Mehling, Sue 48,72 Merkley, Ann 90 Merkley, Carol 81 Merkley, Gene 72 Merkley, Randall 104 Merkley, Richard 49,104 Messmer, Carol 91 Messmer, David 81 Messmer, Marlene 91 Metzger, Mrs. Ethel 67 Meyer, Cathy 48,55,81 Meyer, Doris 81 Meyer, Duane 16,42,69,72 Meyer, Jim 72 Meyer, Judy 13,51,104 Meyer, Larry 40,104 Meyer, Marilyn 104 Meyer, Martha 72 Meyer, Michael 49,56,104 Meyer, Patty 81 Meyer, Robert 104 Meyer, Steve 14,18,20,25,29,40,95, 97,105,113 Miller, Cherrie 53,72 Miller, Mrs. Mary 64 Miller, Stan 81 Mohr, Paul 91 Moran, Mr. Michael 66 Morgan, Rick 91 Mullen, Hilbert 50,56,105 Mullen, Paula 81 Muller,Cindy 22,27,48,105,144 Mullis, Vicki 81 Mundy, Bernadine 91 Mundy, David 91 Mundy, Michael 21,105 Mundy, Rebecca 73 Mundy, Ruth 82 N Neukam, Dennis 82 Niehaus, Donna 21,73 Nord, Cheryl 6,9,73 Nord, Dan 29,73 Nord, Vicki 7,53,91 Nordhoff, Sharon 82 o Oeding, Debbie 43,91 Oeding, Judy 22,43,46,73 Oeding, Mary 91 Olinger, Cindy 91 Olinger, Eileen 18,27,28,97,105,113, 144 Olinger, Mr. Leon 65 Olinger, Marty 73 Olinger, Randy 73 Olinger, Wayne 20,38,91 Oser, Mark 98,106 Oser, Mary 43,73 Oser, Randy 106 Oser, Steve 14,15,106 Oxley, Karen 51,95,107,143 Oxley, Robert 11,25,28,40,41,95, 107,142 P Pancake, Kathy 26,74 Partenheimer, Larry 91 Pauckner, George 107 Pauckner, Janice 91 Peacock, Mr. James 38,42,63 Persohn, Dennis 91 Persohn, Donna 74 Persohn, Joni 91 Persohn, Kenny 36,40,78,82 Petry, Kenny 107 Petry, Mike 91 Potter, John 15,20,29,107 Potter, Mark 82,84 R Rahman, Kenny 84 Rahman, Stan 74 Reckelhoff, Anne 74 Remke, Nancy 43,83,84 Reynolds, Miss Claudette 43,58,65 Roll, Beverly 67,74 Roos, Mrs. Bert 67 Roos, Eddie 74 Ruhe, Connie 6,43,48,69,74 Ruhe, Mary Kay 7,23,43,91 Russ, Jeff 74,144 S Schaeffer, Diana 107 Schaeffer, Mary Kay 13,56,74 Schilling, Joan 54,84 Schilling, Karen 91 Schilling, Tom 74 Schipp, Gary 74 Schipp,Jeff 82,84 Schipp, John 107 Schipp, Stan 91 Schneider, Connie 46,91 Schneider, Don 107 Schneider, Lonnie 92 Schneider, Randy 74 Schnell, Carol 74 Schnell, Connie 48,84 Schnell, Danny 74 Schnell, Kenneth 107 Schnell, Melinda 74 Schnell, Paul 51,108 Schnell, Ted 108 Schneiders, Dan 84 Schreiner, Mary 11,95,108 Schroeder, Mike 92 Schroeder, Victory 108 Schuler, Dean 46,84 Schultz, Mona 92 Schultz, Ronnie 69,74 Schum.Jim 38,42,92 Schuster, Carolyn 84 Schwartz, Clarence 92 Schwartz, Frank 92 Schwartz, Kathleen 74 Schwartz, Mary 108 Schwartz, Michael 74 Schwinghamer, Dave 108 Schwinghamer, Janet 74 Schwoeppe, Margie 55,108 Schwoeppe, Steve 82,84 Seger, Gary 25,40,41,84 Seger, Jeff 52,108 Seidl, Gene 32,40,74 Sickbert, Gary 40,76 Seufert, Donna Marye 14,22,27,28, 51,108,144 Suefert, Paula 84 Sr. Mary Acquin 64 Sr. Mary Alice 63 140 Sr. Mary Boniface 67 Sr. Mary Cheryl 64 Sr. Mary Francesca 66 Sr. Mary Gervase 26,66 Sr. Josella Sr. Josepha 64 Smith, Mr. Frank 51,65 Snyder, Barb 9,17,27,97,109,144 Snyder, Rose Marie 84 Sonderman, Mrs. Norma 63,83 Spayd,Faye 75,76 Spayd,Pam 43,55,84 Steckler, Karen 84 Steckler, Mark 92 Steckler, Mike 11,109 Stetter,Gary 109 Stetter, Richard 40,41,84 Stetter.Stan 92 Stenftenagel, Inez 11,110 Stenftenagel, Nancy 11,110 Stout, Jimmy 92 T Tempel, Becky 110 Tempel, Michelle 92 Toby, Dave 92 Tretter, Charles 92 Tretter, Mark 76 Tyring, Mr. Dennis E. 17,25,62 u Uebelhor, Christy 92 Uebelhor, Keith 25,32,42,76 V Vaal, Cheryl 92 Vaal, Danny 84 Vaal, Donna 48,77 Vaal, Mark 42,77 Vaal, Randy 86,92 Van Kirk, Quay 51,77 Van Winkle, Debbie 77 Van Winkle, Gary 38,40,41,42,92 Veatch, Brenda Sue 92 Verkamp, Barbara 84 Verkamp, Debbie 43,46,86,92 Verkamp, Donna 111 Verkamp, Gerald 111 Verkamp, Louis 111 Verkamp, Paul 75,77 Verkamp, Stanley 93 Vittitow, Carla 106,111 Voegerl.Tom 42,84 Vonderheide, Jane 49,84 Vonderheide, Jean 6,84 Vonderheide, Marian 7,43,84 w Wagner, Aline 55,84 Wagner, David 111 Wagner, Dolores 93 Wagner, Leroy 84 Wagner, Kenny 77 Wagner, Mary 93 Wagner, Othmar 93 Wagner, Rosie 97,106,111 Wagner, Ruth 84 Wahl, Kenny 36,38,41,42,93 Wahl, Paul 25,28,32,42,77 Walton, Mrs. Alamae 26,64 Wehr, Linda 93 Welp, Barbara 93 Welp, Connie Sue 84 Welp, Janet 93 Welp, Joseph 93 Welp, Mark 77 Welp, Mary Lou 84 Welp, Ron 9,84 Welp, Ruth 77 Welp, Shirley 7,11,28,111 Welp, Steve 84 Welp, Wanda 93 Wendholt, Karen 48,93 Wendholt, Rick 51,100,111 Wendholt, Roman 111 Werne, Dan 36,37,41,82,84 Werne, Jerry 112 Wessel,Jane 112 Weyer, Eric 47,112 Weyer, Gerald 112 Weyer, Janice 43,54,84 Weyer, Jeff 42,77 Weyer, Joyce 55,84 Weyer, Judy 46,93 Weyer, Keith 84 Weyer, Larry 112 Weyer, Laverne 23,43,46,86,93 Weyer, Lavonne 53,77 Weyer, Mary Jean 47,77 Weyer, Ron 25,28,32,40,77 Weyer, Terry 75,77 Weyer,Tim 25,32,33,35,41,42,77 Whalen, Mrs. Lula 67 Whalen, Mike 25,32,33,35,40,41,77 Wilgus, Mona 57,77 Wilgus, Patti 27,112 Wilgus, Rick 36,38,40,41,42,93 Wilmes, Jim 77 Wiseman, Rex 112 Woebkenberg, Dennis 84 Woebkenberg, Marlene 106,112 Wollenmann, John 84 Wollenmann, Mary Sue 106,112 Wollenmann, Mike 77 Wollenmann, Steve 84 Wright, Kathy 46,93 Y Young, Kenny 56,84 z Zink, Charles Rod 42,77 Zink, Debbie 51,113 Zink, Elaine 13,113 Zink, Jo Ann 20,93 Zink, Terri 93 141 Now the first year has ended. Smoothly and unhindered the year rolled to a close. It seemed as though it were only yesterday when Forest Park was just a sketchy dream. Now it is a year-old reality with memories and traditions of its own. Forest Park not only survived its first year, but it also grew and pros- pered. In sports and academics, Forest Park left a lasting mark. Its success story is widely acclaimed, and its meth- ods and procedures provide useful guidelines for projected consolidations in the surrounding communities. As an entity into itself, Forest Park plans for its future. Although only a year ago in the planning stages itself, Forest Park prepares to move on. Then an untested beginner, it now en- ters the ranks of inveterate schools. A bright dream, a reality, a hope for tomorrow—this is Forest Park. Mr. Larry Feldmeyer, athletic director, and Mr. S. Paul Bingaman, head coach, plan together for a well-rounded athletic program for future Forest Park Rangers. Forest Park Meets First Year’s Challenges; Highlighting a successful basketball season, Queen Sharon Lueken is crowned by Rob Oxley, Student Council presi- dent. 142 ABOVE: Signs everywhere, even on driver’s training cars, proclaim the prowess of the Ranger team. RIGHT: The ju- niors, too, help to spread “Ranger fever.” Never to be turn- ed away, Ranger fans followed their teams everywhere. Builds Fond Memories, Lasting Traditions ABOVE: Ave Abell and Karen Oxley participate in Nation- al Honor Society inductions. Clubs and organizations led an active and productive existence at Forest Park. LEFT: Buses and cars filled with loyal Ranger fans parade through Ferdinand streets after a sectional loss to Jasper. But, win or lose, everyone knew that it was the Rangers, not the Wildcats, who reigned supreme in “Ranger Country.” 143 Staff Editor Co-Editors Barbara Snyder Special Assistant . Design Steve Meyer Assistants Brenda Barth Photographers . . . Mike Haake Sales Doris Helming Elaine Becher Judy Ebert Sue Johannemann Mary Johannemann Cindy Bartley Mary Schreiner Kristy Fritz Jane Fleck Sue Critchfield Karen Oxley Advisor . Mrs. Alamae Walton Professional Photographer. . . . Mr. Ferman Yearby Special Advisor . . Yearbook Representative. Mr. Stephen F. Pumphrey Inter-collegiate Press Photographers Mike Haake (standing) and Jeff Russ are en- larging a picture for the 1972 TRACER. Mike and Jeff spent many long hours taking and developing pictures. The entire staff says many thanks for their help. Barbara Snyder, Eileen Olinger (front) Donna Seufert, and Cindy Muller were the main staff members of this year- book. Long and almost impossible evenings were spent creating a book they hoped Forest Park High School could be proud of. But let us not for- get those people who really made the TRACER possible—the students and faculty of Forest Park. They not only financed the book; they are the book. You see their faces and read their stories in the TRACER. Thank you. 144