Gavit High School - Futura Yearbook (Hammond, IN)

Text from Pages 1 - 208 of the 1976 volume:

. ! + + + ★- - ' ' t - ★ ★★★ ★ ★ ★★★ 1976 GAUIT FUTURA Donald E. Gavif High School 1670 175th Street We work overtime ABOVE: Miss Kelly shows girls the proper techniques involved in attacking a volleyball. TOP RIGHT: Mr. Clausen instructs students in Graphic Arts. RIGHT Cast members of the play U.S.A. rehearse long hours. BOTTOM RIGHT: On 50 ' s day seniors gather to boogie during lunch hour. BELOW: Wendy Carle, engrossed in her work, proofreads the Scroll for accuracy. 4 Opening We get involved TOP LEFT: Engaged in a team strategy session, seniors Pamm Dorsey and Wendy Carle prepare for their impending v-ball match. TOP RIGHT: Outgoing Homecoming queen, ludy Latham, escorted by Terry Beck, completes her reign in the 1975 Homecoming halftime festivities. BOTTOM LEFT: Nostalgia strikes seniors Maureen Westman, Nancy Hoffman, Bill Snyder, Phyllis Wilkins, and Ladena Felling as they participate in 50 ' s Day. BOTTOM RIGHT: Seniors Andy Gavrilos and Rich Stevens struggle to meet the heavy demands of athletic training. 6 Opening Involvement is the driving power behind Gavit. Whether in academics or extracurricular activities, many students and teachers get in¬ volved. Ranging from classwork and athletics to school social events and having a good time with friends, Gavit students apply themselves in all sectors of activity. They believe in getting involved. TOP LEFT: Presiding over an intra-mural v-ball match, Miss Margaret Kelly keeps a watchful eye on the ball. CENTER: Senior prep students, researching reference cards, apply themselves diligently to the task. BOTTOM LEFT: Excited by a startling discovery, sophomore Susan Tiede researches a difficult biology lab. BOTTOM RIGHT: A devoted metal shop student demonstrates his skill at the various shop machines. Opening 7 We get together TOP LEFT: Gavrt beauties, juniors Mark M beck, Dave Yamada, and Steve Owens, sir their team onto victory at the homecomir pep rally. ABOVE: Seniors Bob Biancardi ar Mike Winarski, along with dates junior Par Beck and senior Vicki Seward enjoy then selves at the football homecoming semifo mal. TOP RIGHT: Seniors Nick Pappas ar Andy Gavrilos demonstrate male strengt CENTER RIGHT: All ' s quiet on the westei front. RIGHT: Tension builds for Coach Joh Quinn as he receives statistics from th field house during a game. 8 Opening Getting together at Gavit can mean many different things. It can mean getting togeth¬ er with a group of friends to watch a swim meet or going to a football game. Getting together can be with your favorite person to talk about your date for next Friday night. Getting together as a group to work out skits for spirit week or getting together with a friend to work out a problem between the two of you are also examples of togeth¬ erness at Gavit. In classroom study you can work together with your lab partner, study with a couple of friends, or have a heart to heart talk with your favorite teacher. Lone¬ liness, it doesn ' t exist — at Gavit we have togetherness! TOP LEFT — Sophomores Marla DeBruler, Laura Fantin, Karie Bledsoe, Venus Lackey, Sharon Limbough, and Julie Holt wait anxiously for the gates to open. LEFT — Junior Cindy Mardis and Sophomore Cindy Howe easedrop on lunior Evan Tite and Sophomore Nicki Oprisko as they make plans for Homecoming. ABOVE — Senior Kevin Augustyn and Junior Diane Thorpe find a few minutes for togetherness. BELOW — High School swimming gives excitement to spectators Seniors Jack Spoerner and Julie Oresko, Juniors Norman Headrick, Debbie Ashlock, and John Almada, Sophomore Margie Cordero, Junior Al Veray, and Freshmen Jim Rogala, and Milan Jurich. Opening 9 ABOVE: Cheers from the chilled drill team liven Gavit spirit. ABOVE RIGHT: An elated Susan Geurts embraces Mary John¬ son in celebration of Cavil ' s Homecoming victory. RIGHT Proud as punch to be in the SC Inaugural Assembly are Sponsor Dalia Malciauskas, Treas. Heather Harrigan, Sec. Cathy Opasik, V.P. Marty Jacobson and Pres. Kevin Augus- tyn. RIGHT BOTTOM: Jumping to their feet, Jody Kosano- vich and Theresa Puchley join Arlene Skratsky, Jean Mys- zak and Rhondi Johnson in supporting their v-ball team¬ mates. BELOW: Proud parents, Mr. and Mrs. Alfred Geurts, stride with pride at Parents ' Night. With pride in them¬ selves and in their school, spirited stu¬ dents enthusiastically welcomed our nation ' s 200th birthday. Con¬ stantly fired up, many Glads poured out their spirit into school and social activities throughout the year; everything that Glads did helped to tell this story, ALL ABOUT US. TOP LEFT: Pam Smaron, Pam Schmitt, and Larry Green admire the new Highway (41) of the Flags Memorial. TOP RIGHT: Peppy freshmen — Donna Poor, Cathy Gurski — of the Flags Memorial. TOP RIGHT: Peppy freshmen — Donna Braxton, Maureen Fer- ree, Nancy Thomas, Donna Poor, Cathy Gurski — gather for a pepperoni after the game. ABOVE: Puppeteers Cheryl Becker, Lori Hufnagel, Dave Mysliwiec, and Debbie Skalba smile with pride with their furry friends. LEFT: The 1975 Homecoming Queen, Nancy Hoffman (escort Art Labus) poses proudly with her Court: Patty Beck (Kevin Augustyn), Dori Frye (Mark Cooley), Lori Frye (Bill Wynn), and Beth Sako (John Juranovich). BELOW: Mag Cordero, LuAnn Fatheree and Vicki Seward meet to talk. My favorite hour of the day is spent in choir. It ' s not like other classes because it is more informal. Our Junior Choir is great because we have the greatest teacher! Sherri Kalas Junior I love being in theater. We have lots of fun in drama and stagecraft. Working on plays gives me lots of new experiences. I think all students should take drama for at least one semester. April Carter lunior I have an interest in advanced math, and I feel our math department is efficiently set up for sufficient training in higher math. luliane Oresko Senior My favorite subject this year is chemistry I like all the science classes. Last year I really enjoyed biology. Science is a very int esting subject. Karen Jankowski Junior — All About I Academics 12 English, a necessity for life The Gavit English Department is set up to provide certain goals for the individual student. Their aims are to provide for the individual student a variety of programs that are geared to his interests and abilities and to also create a learning situation in which every child is willing to participate. The depart¬ ment is designed to stimulate creati¬ vity and to create an atmosphere in which a student can assume responsibility for his behavior. The English department offers three programs of required four- year English courses along with seven electives. The college preparatory program gave college-minded students in¬ structions to build vocabulary, to master grammar, and to study liter¬ ature to its depth. The practical English courses are geared to those who have not yet mastered language arts and need help with the detec¬ tion and correcting of their reading problems. One of the most beneficial cour¬ ses for the college-bound students is the six-week mini-course that the department head, Mrs. Angela Pen¬ ny, taught. The students learned to make descriptive reference cards on 57 reference books. Students received new textbooks to further their education in the arts. All books are and will be used for the next five years. Mr. Donald Kopenec, the advisor of the FUTURA staff, a co-curricu- lar English elective, taught the fun¬ damentals of creative journalism. What you say, how you write, and the books you read are all reflections of the person you are. Mrs. Angela Penny English department head 14 Academics 1. Senior English students examine various books for Mrs. Penny ' s six-week college prep reference unit. 2. Mrs. Jeanne W. Moll, Indiana University M.S., English. 3. Mrs. Angela Penny, Indiana University M.S., senior English, department head. 4. As a mass media student, Lori Swearington gets the “feel of the camera. 5. Mrs. Rebecca Board, Indiana State Univer¬ sity B.S., English, Scribner ' s Club, Freshman class sponsor. 6. Miss Margaret Fitzgerald, Indiana Univer¬ sity B.A., M.A., English, Junior class sponsor. 7. Mrs. Shirley Franey, Iowa State University B.A., Indiana University M.S., English, speech. 8. Miss Dalia Malciauskas, Northern Illinois Uni¬ versity B.S., M.S., English, Student Council sponsor. 9. Mr. Cary Eckard, Indiana University B.S., M.S., English, Junior class sponsor. 10. Mr. Edward Troy, Ball State University B.S., M.A., Varsity swim coach. 11. Mrs. Sampson observes Sherry Andres ' reading speed in developmental reading class. 12. Miss Susan M. Koscielniak, St. Joseph ' s College, language arts, mass media, speech debate coach. Academics 15 A study of mass communications is impor¬ tant since we are all consumers of the media. The importance is to educate the public to be knowledgeable and critical consumers. Mr. Donald Kopenec 1. Mr. Donald Kopenec, Quincy College B.A., Purdue University M.S., English, mass media, publications. Cinema Study Club. 2. Mr. Aram R. Daronatsy, Indiana University B.S., M.S., English. 3. Mrs. Marge Macey, Indiana State University B.S., English, drama, stagecraft, Thespians sponsor. Mime Troupe sponsor, Ushrettes sponsor. 4. Miss Alison Blaine, Purdue, speech, radio, television degree, drama. 5. Mrs. S. Sampson, Arkansas AM N B.S., Indiana University M.S., developmental reading, English. 16 Academics English electives encourage creativity The English department included such electives as speech, develop¬ mental reading, and the most re¬ cent, mass media. Now completing its third year, mass media studied mass communication including ad¬ vertising, newspaper, journalism, photography, and electronic media, consisting of television, film, and radio. A major unit was on film study. The class discussed films such as The Great Train Robbery and other early films. After each film the class discussed the setting, dia¬ logue, actors, and the plot in film literature. The students made their own films and short research papers. Mrs. Margarite Macey, the Gavit drama advisor, left Gavit near the beginning of the year. All were sorry to see her go. Mrs. Macey was replaced by Miss Alison Blaine in the drama department. The drama and stagecraft students learned about the artistic and tech¬ nical aspects of the theater. They pantomimed and studied stage tech¬ nology, vocal techniques, set con¬ struction, lighting, costumes, and business management. Another course offered to any student who wants to improve in reading ability is developmental reading. Speech classes helped students in public speaking with such in¬ teresting areas like impromptu, for¬ mal, informative, and persuasive speaking. 1. Mr. John F. Quinn, Purdue University B.S., English, football coach, soccer coach, Lettermen ' s Club sponsor. 2. Mrs. Kathleen Poe, Southern Illinois Uni¬ versity, B.S., practical language arts. 3. Mrs. Gayle Kosalko, Clarke College B.A., St. Joseph College B.A., Freshman English, Cheerleading sponsor. 4. Mrs. Barbara Hayes, Purdue University B.A., English, speech, Pep Club sponsor. 5. Junior Donna Pazdur uses some body language to convey her message in speech class. I enjoy English because as I read the literature, I also receive an understanding of different historical periods, and I greatly increase my vocabulary. Marie Scepkowski Senior Academics 17 Art courses transform students into artists, craftsmen The art department gives students a chance to use their imagination and skill. Art is offered all through high school, beginning with Art 1 2 . In this course, the student learns the basic principles of art, includ¬ ing perception, contrast and tex¬ tures, and relation of objects. Art Projects may be taken after Art 1 2. The basic difference own types of projects such as glass cutting or wood sculpture. The art department supplies the materials needed, with a few ex¬ ceptional cases. If the student wants to make something but all the material isn ' t available, Mr. Gilbert¬ son will either order it or else let you know where it can be bought. is that art projects enables the stu¬ dent to move at his own pace, and to incorporate his own inter¬ ests with his work. Some of the projects included are drawing, painting, pottery, rug making, jew¬ elry and many others. Students are also allowed to make up their 1. Carol Garcia transmits her ideas and thoughts onto paper. 2. Shown here by Julie Simms, rug making proves to be a popular craft in the art classes. 3. Ms. Beulah Seckinger, Art Institute, University of Chicago B.A., M.A., art. Art Club sponsor. 4. Mr. R.A. Gilbertson, University of Minnesota B.S., M.A., art, art projects. I feel art is good because it gives stu¬ dents a chance to express their artistic abilities. Sheari Andres Junior 18 Academics Music appreciators given chance to develop talent and interest The Gavit Music Department, directed by Mr. Thomas Clark, of¬ fered an assortment to students in¬ terested in music. Some new changes have been made this year. The first girl ' s barbershop quartet in the history of Gavit was formed. The Rhythm- ettes and the eleventh grade chorale received new patriotic costumes of red, white, and blue. There were four main chorale groups. Mixed chorus was the beginning training group of students. The basic concepts of music and sight singing are taught. The Treble Choir and the Glee Club were both electives for the more advanced music student. The Concert Choir was an elective course for the most advanced stu¬ dents and they performed a more difficult variety of music. All the groups presented special bicentennial programs at Jefferson, Riley and Wilson. 1 Miss Barbara Miller, Indiana State Uni¬ versity B.S., M.S., middle school music, middle school chorus. 2. Mr. Stan Zaley, Butler University B.S., Vandercook University M.M., M.S. and H.S. band, stage band. 3. Mrs. Jean Even, Wayne State College B.A., middle school music. 4. Mr. Thomas T. Clark, American Conserv¬ atory of Music M.M., Indiana University M.S., choral music, music theory. 5. Tuning up for their concert, seniors Sharon Kayes, Linda Camp, Linda Foster, and Mary Keir rehearse their selected songs. Academics 19 C.O.E. program aids business students in search for jobs The Gavit business department offered a large range of business courses this year. The more than 15 courses were not only beneficial to students interested in business careers but also to those not inter¬ ested in business as a career. These courses fell under three catagories; stenographic, clerical, and bookkeeping. Stenographic courses provided the student with necessary back¬ ground skills for a stenographic or secretarial position. A class in office machines acquainted stu¬ dents with the purposes and oper¬ ations of business machines. A broad knowledge of book¬ keeping, business math, and the functions and procedures of clerical workers was taught in the clerical courses. Developing initial job- competenecy in a general office position was also stressed. Those students interested in be¬ coming typists, clerk-typists, gener¬ al bookkeepers and assistant book¬ keepers found the bookkeeping courses very helpful. Gaining an understanding of the terminol¬ ogy, concepts and principles of bookeeping, students also gained an appreciation for the importance of bookkeeping in business enter¬ prises and government. For the first time in business law, a mock trial was taped. All the stu¬ dents participated in the trial as they learned numerous court pro¬ cedures. The C.O.E. (Cooperative Occupa¬ tional Education) program provided 18 qualified senior business students with part-time jobs in different business positions. This apprentice¬ ship program gave the students first-hand experience at a job which they were interested in knowing more about. For the first time jun¬ iors and sophomores participated in C.O.E. as they heard lectures and guest speakers, which gave them a glance into the field of busi¬ ness as a possible career. All senior C.O.E. members were able to par¬ ticipate in the national O.E.A. (Oc¬ cupational Education Association) competition in 12 different business areas. 1. Miss Margaret Lozano, Ball State University B.S., Indiana State University M.S., Business education, H.S. Cheer¬ leaders sponsor. 2. Mrs. Vella Johnson, Indiana Univer¬ sity B.S., M.S., shorthand, transcription, business English, Senior class sponsor. 3. Mr. Robert C. Welte, Manchester College B.S., Ball State University M.A., business department chairman, C.O.E. Coordinator, bookkeeping. Class of 1978 sponsor. 4. Senior Pam Crass fills her afternoon hours at an office job, secured for her by the C.O.E. program. _ 20 Academics The business program here at Gavit helps many students decide what their future will be like. It lets them know what they are and aren ' t capable of doing and gives them the encouragement to go out into the business world. I know because I am one of these students. Connie Vandiver _ Senior I enjoy teaching shorthand a great deal. It gives me much satisfaction to know that I am helping students learn a skill they will be able to use after they graduate from high school. Mrs. Vella V. Johnson 1. About to conclude her first semester of typing, Karen Jankowski begins to learn that practice makes perfect. 2. Mrs. Olga OToole, St. Joseph ' s Col¬ lege B.S., beginning advanced typing. Typing Club sponsor. 3. Sue Andre discovers a new way to express herself in shorthand class. 4. Mrs. Essie M. Lee, Tennessee State University B.A., M.A., Office Machines, Personal typing, General Business. Academics 21 Laboratory work emphasized Adding a new member to the science staff was the only significant change that the science department under went this year. Mr. Robert Johns, formerly a member of the math department, taught his first year of chemistry and physics. Although no new classes were offered, the department was plan¬ ning to bring back the physical science course next year. Physical science would be designed for the college-bound student who would like an additional science course to prepare him for college. Also Mr. Micheal Kobe, science department head, hoped to see more classes available to the many Gavit students interested in science. Among the various science courses offered a semester of health and safety and one year of a lab¬ oratory science are the only courses required for graduation. The other full-year courses offered were biology, advanced biology, physics, and chemistry. Health and safety, taught by Mr. Paul Brush and Mr. Kobe, gave students a better understanding of their own body. Biology, a full-year laboratory course, was designed to acquaint students with a broad and basic concept of living matter both plant and animal. Students studied var¬ ious labs and conducted many interesting experiments. Advanced biology, which is divided into one semester of anat¬ omy and one semester of cytology, is an in depth study of biology for the college-bound student. Memorizing hundreds of bones and muscles was one of the many difficult tasks anatomy students had to perform. Cytology, which is the study of cell biology, gave students first-hand experience in genetics and independent research by raising and crossing varieties of fruitflies. Exploring scientific phenomina in terms of matter and energy kept physics students engaged in hard work throughout the course. A prerequisite for this course was Geometry IV. Chemistry students studied the properties of change in matter with much emphasis on laboratory work. A primary goal of the depart¬ ment was to coordinate middle school and high school science courses so as not to have over¬ lapping classes between the two schools. 1. Phil Corney plants the seed of knowledge. 2. Mr. Paul |. Brush, Indiana University M.A., Health and Safety, varsity football assistant. 3. Mrs. Carla D. Acarbulut, University of Hamburg, Indiana University B.A., earth science, life science, M.S. Pep Club sponsor. 4. Mr. Thomas L. Kujawa, Indiana State University B.S., M.S., science, assistant foot¬ ball coach, head baseball coach. After taking anatomy, I feel more con¬ fident about majoring in science in col¬ lege. Elaine Connell Senior 22 Academics 1. Mr. Robert Johns, Upper Iowa Uni¬ versity B.S., Purdue University M.A.T., chemistry, physics. 2. Mr. Michael Kobe, Purdue University B.S., Ball State University M.S., biology, advanced biology, health, Science Club sponsor, Science Dept. head. 3. Mrs. Frances Reinke, Indiana Univer¬ sity B.S., University of Michigan M.A., Notre Dame specialist degree M.A., biology, anatomy, Chess Club sponsor. 4. Mr. Warren Krughoff, University of Illinois B.A., M.A., science. Environmental Club. 5. Ms. Laurel Vicari, Franklin College B.A., Purdue University M.S., biology, Herpetology Club sponsor. 6. Mrs. Cheryl Hanning, Indiana Uni¬ versity A.B., life science. Science is our way of attempting to un¬ derstand ourselves and the world around Wendy Carle Academics 23 Interest increase in higher math Gavit ' s student ' s interest in higher math has been rocketing skyhigh the last few years, and this year is no exception. All algebra, ge¬ ometry, general math, and basic math classes are filled to capacity. They continued to provide students with a sound mathematical back¬ ground for everyday living and college. In algebra, students learned the basic language of math that is used in college. Geometry students ap¬ plied their algebra knowledge to draw rectangles, circles and use other Euclidean concepts. In order for students to deal with every day arithmetic problems, the Basic Math I and General Math I classes were offered. Pursuing their practical math skills by learning to deal with in- Teaching mathematics is fun! It is a real thrill to see a student discover that learning math can be fun. Mrs. Phyllis Prater terest, loans, and problems that they will encounter in the business world, students enrolled in Basic Math II and General Math II. The geometry students had their old books cleaned out and re¬ covered this year. I feel that mathematics as a whole is very important in completing my education. My career will depend alot on a thorough mathematic background. Lisa Easton Sophomore 1. Mr. Randy Kuechenberg, Indiana State University B.S., mathematics, freshmen football, assistant track coach. 2. Mrs. Lenora Roberts, Butler Univer¬ sity B.S., mathematics. 3. Mrs. Phyllis Prater, University of Kansas A.B., Purdue University M.A., gen¬ eral math, geometry, algebra trig. 4. Mr. Albert Tilendis, Southern Illinois University B.A., University of Illinois M.A., math, P.T.A. treasurer. 5. Mr. Kenneth E. Wysocki, Purdue Uni¬ versity B.S., M.A.T., general math, algebra, geometry. 6. Fractions are no problem for freshman math student Pam Gadberry. 24 Academics 1. Mr. Richard Willis, St. Joseph ' s College B.S., Purdue University M.A., algebra, basic math. 2. Ms. Dolores Plesniak, Indiana Uni¬ versity Northwest B.S., math reading. 3. Mr. Lee B. Mann, Purdue University B.S., M.A.T., general math, algebra, cal¬ culus, National Honor Society sponsor. 4. Miss Cecilia Filas, St. Joseph Calumet College B.A., Purde University Calumet Campus M.A.T., mathematics. Junior High Honor Society sponsor. 5. Mr. Stanley J. Bobowsky, Marian Col¬ lege B.A., regular, accelerated, and re¬ medial math, M.S. Pep Club sponsor. 6. Mr. Delbert D. Stevens, Valparaiso University B.A., Purdue University B.S., M.A., math. Philatelic Club sponsor. 7. Mr. Marshall DelCreco, Indiana Uni¬ versity of Pennsylvania B.S., Purdue Uni¬ versity M.A.T., mathematics, math de¬ partment chairman. I like the satisfication of being able to solve problems not just with numbers, but with logical thinking. Sheila Faulkner Sophomore Academics 25 Shops prove valuable experience for students Industrial arts is primarily de¬ signed to teach better understand¬ ing of industry. Courses are open to all students who wish to get in¬ volved in an industrial career. The areas offered include ceramics, drafting, electricity, graphic arts, power mechanics, metals, and woodworking. Drafting students learn how to draw and read blueprints and three dimensional figures. It enables the students to understand the mechan¬ ics of buildings; for instance, floor plans and layouts. In graphic arts, printing and photography are the main concerns. They learn how to offset and run the Gladiator press. The use of tools and blue prints are used in woodworking. This knowledge is put to use in the mak¬ ing of cabinets and other useful things. Power mechanics teaches the functions of electrical energy. In metals, students learn how to weld, run a drill press, lathe, shaper, and milling machine. They also learn the basic functions of measurement, safety, benchwork, welding, and foundry in the industrial setting. 1. Mr. Norman Banas, Purdue B.A., Indiana State M.A., Industrial arts. 2. Smoothing over the rough spots, sopho¬ more Mark Janiga applies himself in metals class. 3. Mr. Erwin Brauer, Illinois State B.S., Brad¬ ley University M.S., industrial arts. 4. Debbie Jett runs off copies in the printing press. 5. Mr. Douglas A. Pearson, Purdue Univer¬ sity, metals, industrial plastics ceramics. Senior Pep Club. The industrial arts area I ' m involved in, graphic arts, breaks down informalities which is quite widely needed in all other classrooms; the course gives me freedom and responsibility. 26 Academics v )■£ i An industrial arts class is important because it gives insight into various occupations which a student could 1. Alan Arrenholz studiously works in drafting class. 2. Mr. John ). Molnar, Purdue University B.S., Indiana State M.S., electricity, power mechanics. 3. Mr. Richard Clausen, Indiana State Uni¬ versity B.S. M.S., graphic arts, depart¬ ment chairman, graphic arts club. 4. Curtis Cubbs and Jerry Orzechowicz attentively pursue their assignments in woodshop. 5. Contemplating his next step, Jim Wendinger inspects his wooden project. 6. Jack Singer adjusts a small engine in power mechanics. Academics 27 Individual attention stressed Many of our students, from both middle school and high school, have specific learning problems. For this reason, Gavit has put into effect a special education program to provide help for these students. Students enrolled in this program were taught the necessary subjects that would aid them later in life; such as the basic skills of math, English, science and social studies. They also could take almost any elective they choose. Our special ed. classes were taught on an individual basis be¬ cause of the differences in the capabilities and speed of progress of each student. In this way, the teacher had more time and op¬ portunity to know their students a little better so that they could help each progress at his own speed. The special ed. program had one main goal: To get students back into a regular program of classes and to help them feel accepted by their fellow students in school. 1. Miss Sheila Skowronski, Northern Il¬ linois University B.S., visually impaired. Drill Team, Twirlers, sponsor. 2. Mrs. Janet Neiswinger, Purdue, Educ¬ ational Media Center. Mrs. Rita Cornell, Indiana State University B.S., Purdue M.S., librarian. Pep Club sponsor. 3. Mrs. Betsy Desler, Ball State University B.S., Special Ed., English, Lang. Arts, Sci¬ ence, social studies, C.U.C. Club sponsor. 4. Jinni Nahod, Ball State University B.S., Valparaiso University M.S., speech, hear¬ ing, language. 5. Miss Rosellen Maddalone, Indiana University B.S., special education, work study coordinator, C.U.C. Club sponsor. 28 Academics Students penetrate the past I like learning about how the government runs and how the con¬ stitution was written. Peggy Benirschke Senior The Social Studies department consisted of geography, world history, government, and eco¬ nomics. Whether working in¬ dividually or in groups, social studies courses provided students with a basic understanding of our world. Geography, a class usually taken by students during their freshmen year is the only social studies course that is both a requirement and an elective. While students who do not wish to further their education after high school are required to take geography, many college bound students take the one semester course as an elective. Emphasizing the economic and physical char¬ acteristics of the countries studied, Geography I and II students ex¬ plored the western and eastern hemisphere ' s respectively. World history is a two semester course required by all sophomores. Covered in World History I were the prehistoric, ancient, and medi¬ eval periods. The development and contributions of modern nations were discussed in the second semester. A change in pace took place in Mr. Petyo ' s class this year. Houghton-Miflin Publishing Cor¬ poration ran an experimental test on their world history books. By using two control groups and two experimental groups, the publishers wanted to find out how well their book was written. 1. Various types of architecture are dis¬ played by world history student Dorothy Myrzlock. 2. Mr. Auther L. Thompson, Indiana University B.S., M.S., world history, U.S. history, freshman basketball, M.S. foot¬ ball. 3. Miss E. Diane Clinton, Houghton Col¬ lege B.A., University of Buffalo M.E.D., government, sociology, psychology, social studies department chairman. 4. Miss Caryle Feddler, Northern Il¬ linois University B.S., M.S., M.S. history, assistant track coach. 5. Mr. Thomas Zygmunt, Ball State Uni¬ versity, B.S., M.A., American history, government, Senior class sponsor. Academics 29 Students select subjects A junior class, U.S. History I was a study of our country from the beginning of our nation up until the Civil War. U.S. History II stu¬ dents examined the problems and accomplishments of twentieth cen¬ tury America. Government, a one semester course for seniors, gave students a chance to look at and examine our federal, state, and local govern¬ ments. The importance of democ¬ racy in today ' s society was stressed. Seniors studied the economic in¬ stitution of free enterprise in eco¬ nomics, another one semester sub¬ ject. The social studies department of¬ fered four one-semester electives which consisted of far eastern his¬ tory, history of the South, sociology, and psychology. Contemporary his¬ tory, a class usually offered during the fall was dropped because not enough people signed up for it. Covered in Far Eastern history were the economic, political, and social aspects of the Asiatic coun¬ tries as well as the roll of the Far East in world affairs. Students also researched and discussed the value systems of the Far Eastern countries. History of the South students took an indepth look at the Amer¬ ican South. They studied everything from the first southern settlements to current events in the southern states. Emphasis was placed on pre- and post- Civil War. Sociology students studied group behavior and the current social problems faced by some of the people in the world. Students also busied themselves with question¬ naires and papers dealing with crime, social subcultures, and var¬ ious other topics. Psychology, a senior class was an introductory study of the individual. Department head Diane Clinton in first year of teaching the course, decided to switch places with the students and had a student dom¬ inated class. Working in groups of seven, the seniors researched and taught their fellow classmates and basic concepts of psychology. 1. Mr. John A. Swanson, Colorado State University B.S., Stanford University M.A., economics, U.S. history, far eastern history. 2. Mr. Ronnie A. Whitcombe, Indiana State University M.A., B.A., M.S. social studies. 3. Mr. Thomas A. Shimala, Indiana State University B.S., M.S. social studies, H.S. Pep Club sponsor. 4. Miss Louise Williams, Southeast Missouri State University B.S., H.S. geography. 5. Mr. Gerald V. Rouse, Indian a State Uni¬ versity M.S., M.S. social studies. 30 Academics 1. Robbie Clark assists David Dainko with his knowledge of the United State ' s frontier expansion. 2. Mr. Tom Chintis, University of San Fran¬ cisco B.S., U.S. history. 3. Mr. Budd Ballou, Indiana University M.S., Indiana State University B.S., U.S. history, world history, history of the South, freshman football, Varsity track. A. Mr. Tim Russell, Butler University A.B., Indiana University M.S., economics, govern¬ ment, basketball, golf coach. 5. Mr. Kenneth Petyo, University of Ten¬ nessee B.S., world history, world geography, freshman class sponsor. 6. Mrs. Mary Concialdi, Southeast Missouri State College B.S., University of Wisconsin, Indiana University M.A., U.S. history. Academics 31 Phys. Ed. brings out healthy attitude One way for any student to achieve a sound mind and body was the physical education classes offered at Gavit. Freshmen P.E. students not only participated in individual and team sports but also learned many ways to keep fit, such as exercising and run¬ ning. This also helped to prepare them for a future in athletic compe¬ tition. The girls in Mrs. Sandra Estep ' s and Miss Margaret Kelly ' s gym classes were taught the basic skills in over fifteen areas of sport. 1. Exercise makes freshmen topsy turvy in P.E. class. 2. Mr. Wayne R. Wagner, Ball State Uni¬ versity B.S., M.A., M.S. Phys. ed., M.S. football, basketball. Varsity Shop. 3. Mrs. Sondra Estep, Indiana University B.S., Indiana University Northwest M.S., physical education, girl ' s tennis team. Let¬ ter Girls Club sponsor. 4. Mr. Earl Thompson, University of Illi¬ nois M.S., physical ed., Athletic director, equipment manager, financial manager, concession manager, chairman of Driver Education. 5. Mr. Ben Life, Indiana University B.S., Physical education, swimming, x-country, wrestling, matmaids sponsor. 6. Miss Margaret E. Kelly, Marquette Uni¬ versity B.S., Purdue University M.S., phys. ed., G.A.A., volleyball, basketball, track, field hockey coach. 32 Academics Students anticipate foreign trips Although enrollment in foreign language classes continued the de¬ clining trend of recent years, the only major change in the depart¬ ment was the addition of two teach- 1. Mr. Martin Hunt, University of Evans¬ ville B.A., Indiana University M.S., Ger¬ man, German Club sponsor. 2. Mrs. Marcel Raduenzel, Indiana Uni¬ versity B.A., French, H.S. French Club sponsor. 3. Mrs. Leslie Keller, Indiana University B.A., Spanish, Spanish Club, Sophomore Class sponsor. 4. Mrs. Laura Wilson, Indiana University B.A., M.A., German, M.S. Cheerleader sponsor. 5. Mrs. Ellen Shahbazi, Syracuse University B.A., Columbia University M.A., French. 6. French filles Wendy Carle, Angelique Murphy, Nanette Kosanovich, Donna Paz- dur, Patty Paquette, and Kathy Karnafel perform a french folk dance during class. 7. Mr. Javier Abrego, Indiana State University B.A., M.S., H.S. Spanish, assis¬ tant J.V. wrestling coach. ers. Mr. Javier Abrego, a second- year instructor from Grand Rapids, Michigan, joined the Gavit staff to teach hign scnool and middle school classes. A veteran world traveler as well as an experienced French teacher, Mrs. Ellen Shahbazi taught French to seventh and eighth graders. Several foreign trips for interest¬ ed language students were in the planning stages at Gavit. The French Club anticipated a short tour of Quebec, Canada, in the spring, and the Spanish students were consider¬ ing another spring trip to Mexico. Students also faced the possibility of a non-scholastic cruise to the Caribbean. Seniors Paul Milosavljevic, Jim Pawlus and Wendy Carle used the knowledge they had gained during their 1975 summer in Europe with the I.U. Honors Program to help students in their German and French classes. Paul and Jim had studied in Drefeld, Germany, while Wendy spent her two months in Saint- Brieuc, France. I am very pleased with the success our students have had in participating in the I.U. Honors Program. In the last several years, we have had at least one representative and often more going to Europe. Mr. Martin Hunt Academics 33 Home Ec. develops needed skills The Home Ec. department offered two new courses this year, Foods IV and Consumers Ed. Foods IV was a continuation of Foods III. It was more advanced and consisted of more experimental work. In Consumer ' s Ed., the stu¬ dents learned to make wise de¬ cisions and to cope with and manage consumer ' s problems. Sewing helped to teach the stu¬ dents how important the steps to making a skirt, slacks, or jacket were. Foods taught the students a better understanding of basic nutritional knowledge and food preparation. After taking a Home Ec. course, the students should have been bet¬ ter homemakers and wiser con¬ sumers. They should have been better dressed by designing and making their clothes, and should also have had a better understand¬ ing of marriage and its problems. I like teaching home economics because I can get a closer rapport with my students, but sometimes I tire of such an informal class. Boys need home training just as much as girls do; the home includes both man and woman. Miss McMorrow Teaching clothing is a challenge, as not everyone has the patience needed and so much individual attention is required, but it is also rewarding. Not only does clothing assist us in developing our individuality, but it is also a skill that can be utilized in making a living. Mrs. Loretta Schneider 1. Miss Mary Jo McMorrow, Marshall Uni¬ versity B.S., Indiana State University M.S., Foods I, Foods III, housing. 2. Displaying a proper table setting, Miss McMorrow explains a few rules of etiquette to her foods class. 3. Mrs. Loretta Schneider, Southern Illinois University, Indiana University, H.S., M.S. clothing, Sewing Club sponsor. 4. Mrs. Bobbie Escalante, Ball State Uni¬ versity B.S., M.S. foods, Home Ec. Club sponsor. 34 Academics Assisting staffs aid school 1. Cafeteria Staff — BOTTOM: Mrs. De- lores Wendell, Mrs. Jean Salmon, Mrs. Carolyn Moore, Mrs. Stella Ostoich, Mrs. Lou Koerner, Mrs. Ruth Johnson. TOP: Mrs. Anita Mack, Mrs. Isabel Miley, Mrs. Marlene Kosanovich, Mrs. Gladys Dutz, Mrs. Faye Swiontak, Mrs. Velma Biggs, Mrs. Shirley Roberts, Mrs. Irene Wend- linger. 2. Secretarial Staff — Mrs. Irma Veith, Miss Shirley Fredericks, Mrs. Doris Mid¬ dleton, Mrs. Marlene Krizman, Mrs. Ozell Bowers, Mrs. Helen Meissler. 3. Miss Zelda Black, school nurse. 4. Custodians — Mr. Ray Massey, Mr. Jimmy Earl, Mr. Marvin Montgomery. Academics 35 Administrators change positions, new head counselor 1. Mr Bob Spry, assistant principal 2. Mr. Gene Swaim, assistant principal 3. Dr. William Congreve. Superintendent of Schools 4. Mr. Donald Moretton, principal 5. Hammond School Board: TOP — Mr. Max H. Mason, Mr. Alfred J. Kuhn, Mr. William Congreve. BOTTOM — Mr. Richard J. Schrei- ber, Mrs. Lois E. Bell, Dr. David P. Cooley 6. Counselors — LEFT TO RIGHT: Mr. John Guiden, head counselor. Miss Joanne Armin- trout, Mr. Lawrence Kocal, Miss Wilma Clair, Mr. Donald McLean. 36 Academics 1. Kidnapped heiress Patricia Campbell Hearst, before her kidnapping, and as Tania, member of Symbionese Liberation 2. The five crewmen of the July Apollo- Soyuz docking: Thomas P. Stafford, Donald K. Slayton and Vance D. Brand of the U.S. and Valery N. Kubasov and Aleksey A. Leonov of the Soviet Union. 3. William O. Douglas, 76-year-old Su¬ preme Court Justice, retired in Novem¬ ber of 1975. 4. Cape Canaveral, Fla: The sunrises be¬ hind the Saturn rocket July 15 as a partly cloudy sky rises above the Kennedy Space Center. 5. Lynette Fromme is carried into the federal courthouse by a U.S. marshal for the second day in a row where she again refused to participate in her trial on a charge of attempting to murder President Ford. 6 President Ford ' s reaction a fraction of a second after a woman identified as Sarah Moore fired a shot at him as he left the St. Francisco Hotel September 22 to return to Washington. All About 36 Organizations ORGANIZATIONS Cheerleaders pyramid spirit All school spirit in any sports unexhaustable pair of juniors, Susan activity revolves around the cheer- and Sharon Geurts. Both sets of leaders. At Gavit good cheerleading twins along with junior Patti Pa- has become a tradition. quette displayed various acrobatic The selecting of four freshmen feats which heightened the excite- cheerleaders, Carmen Gonzales, ment of each game. Carol Smaron, Judy Spak and Don- The B-team squad performed well na Stula, gave Gavit added spirit in as junior Mary Johnson, and the the 1975-76 school year. Collecting three new sophomores, Cindy Galo- donations on freshmen cheerleader vie, Cathy Pawlus, and Maureen Tag Day gave the new frosh squad Slocum kept long practices after needed funds for new uniforms. school. Besides cheering at B-team Leading this year ' s five varsity games, the squad also helped build cheerleaders were senior co-cap- enthusiasm at varsity games along tains Lori and Dori Frye. It was with the varsity squad, twins again with the addition of the FRESHMEN — ROW 1: Donna Stula. ROW 2: Carmen Con ales, Carol Smaron, |u lv Spak B-TEAM - BOTTOM: Cindy Galovic ROW 2 Maureen Slocum, Mary Johnson. ROW 3: Kathy Pawlus. VARSITY — BOTTOM: Dori Frye. ROW 2: Susan Geurts, Patti Paquette, Sharon Geurts. Junior Susan Geurts cheers on the mightv Clads ROW 3: Lori Frye. 40 Organizations PEP CLUB — BOTTOM: C. Miller (tres.), M. Kish (sec.), A. Murphy (vice pres.), M. DeBruler (pres.). Sparkling faces, dazzling uniforms, highlight halftime shows. DRILL TEAM - BOTTOM: K Patterson, D. Kovach, D. Wolenty, V. Seward, E. Connell, L. Sal- czynski (co-capt.), C. Fiala (co-capt.), M. Scepkowski, M. Cordero, L. Felling, G. Morris. ROW 2: L. Myzak, K. Miklusak, S. Tuskan, K. Bledsoe, S. Onia, C. Kellar, M. Slocum, H. Harrigan, C. Pazanin, D. Gurski, D. Shike, R. Gray, N. Kosanovich, J. Kroslack, D. Pazdur. The 1975-76 Gavit Pep Club experienced several changes this year. New sweaters gave the group a new look. The organization started off the school year with a great deal of spirit as their float, Can the Pioneers , won the Home¬ coming float in the club division. Members were able to attend most away from school sports activities with the use of the school bus. Performing various routines and skits kept Gavit ' s 24 drill team members in shape this year. A new sponsor. Miss Sheila Showronsky, • was a great inspiration to all the girls as she helped to create many routines. Making sure everyone knew the routine and did it well was a tough job for senior co¬ captains Candy Fiala and Laura Salczynski. Adding spice to any half-time entertainment are the Gavit twirlers. This years ' twirlers were seniors Mary Keir (captain), Denise Taylor, and juniors Bea Jackson and Pam Smaron. TWIRLERS — B. Jackson, D. Taylor, M. Keir, P. Smaron. 41 Organizations Council improves lounge and publishes newsletter The Student Council sponsored a wide variety of events this year. Its members also set forth to become better representatives of the Student Body. After much planning and work the Student Council sponsored not only the traditional homecoming sock-hop but also a semi-formal dinner dance at the Scherwood Club. They also sponsored the winter dances throughout the school year. Student Council officers also parti¬ cipated in a student exchange program with Clark High School. The spring brought a Student- Faculty switch-off day and Gavit ' s second annual carnival. With money raised through various pro¬ jects the Student Council purchased a new stereo system for the Atrium which was installed in a large, secure cabinet designed and constructed by Gavit student Bob Biancardi. The Student Council also became an active student government. Publication of an official Student Council Newsletter began this year. The newsletter discussed important issues, informed students on upcoming events and provided edi¬ torial space. Overall the Student Council tried to destroy apathy not only through varied social events but also by getting students interested in their school and working together to improve it. Student Council Officers: FRONT — H. Harrigan (treas.), BACK — M. Jacobson (vice pres.), K. Augustyn (pres.), C. Opasik (sec.). BOTTOM 1: H. Harrigan, M. Jacobson, K. Augustyn, C. Opasik ROW 2: M. Cordero, C. Smaron, P. Clark, D. Stula, C. Gonzales, J. Fink, M. Opasik, K. Rucinski, L. Hufnagel, L. Felling, T. Ham, D. Klobochar. ROW 3: 1. Ihnat, M. Sudicky, D. Mysliwiec, P. Farmer, W. Carle, D. Yamada, I. Brach. M. Mybeck, A. Carter. ROW 4: D. Frye. L. Fatheree, M. Mista. F. Gavrilos, L. Rippe, M. Cordero, D. Jurich, I. Spoerner, N. Headrick, W. Brach, K. Ostoich, C. Grabowski. TOP 5: G. Farkas, P. Smaron, M. McGuan, J. Lawson, E. Stephens, ). Holt, K. Bledsoe, C. Cantwell, P. Schmitt, S. Clark, J. Qualls, D. Thorpe, J. Spies. 42 Organizations Act, write, lead This year ' s Mime troupe consisted of five peo¬ ple. The only returning past member was senior Tim Wilson. Other members included seniors Diane Kovach and Cheryl Becker; junior April Carter; and sophomore Jeff Smith. The group pantomimed self-written skits and per¬ formed them at P.T.A. meetings, schools, and other various places. Quill Scroll is an honorary society consisting of active students in journalism. Visiting the Carmalite Home and sponsoring the Book Fair, the National Honor Society members continued to set an example of service. C. Becker, D. Kovach, A. Carter, T. Wilson. • BOTTOM: D. Frye (Pres.), P. Dorsey (V. Pres.), B. Hieke (Sec.), J. Painter (Tres.). 2ND: Mr. L. Mann (Sponsor), K. Sahanmtz, D. Gulasy, L. Frye, N. Zajac, D. Skalba, T. Oresko, K. Canz, E. Connell, C. Chivington, C. Opasik, Mrs. C. Hanning (Sponsor). TOP: K. Augustyn, W. Brach, C. Milanovic, W. Carle, J. Yaney, A. Amick, A. Gavrilos, D. Shyrock, M. Batchelor, P. Milo. Organizations 43 Athletes achieve awards For the first time at Gavit, girls who lettered are in the new Girls Letter Club. Sponsored by Miss Sand¬ ra Estep, the 15 letterwomen partici¬ pated in various fund raising proj¬ ects throughout the year. The club also gave Gavit girls recogni¬ tion for their athletic accomplish¬ ments in the past year. Another year of tradition for Gavit male athletes included Lettermen ' s Club sponsored by Mr. John Quinn. Thirty-three juniors and seniors who had lettered in at least one sport joined the club. Sponsoring dif¬ ferent activities helped lettermen to raise money for many things, includ¬ ing two spring banquets. BOTTOM: C. Opasik, M. Mista, S. Geurts, S. Geurts, M. Johnson, P. Paquette. ROW 2: E. Stephens, M. Miterko, N. Hoffman, J. Fink, R. Gray, S. Boyer, P. Biancardi. ROW 3: D. Mardis, M. Miller, B. Sako, L. Myszak, D. Pazdur. ROW 4: M. Ferris, P. Wilkins, W. Carle. ROW 5: Mrs. Estep (sponsor), S. Clark. TOP: P. Dorsey. BOTTOM ROW T Trtan, D Shryock, D. Pease, P. Tracy, R. Canale, N. Pappas T Moor? B Burdeau 2nd ROW R. Clark, R. Russell, T Rausch, M Ro gony A Gavrilos. R Thompson 3rd ROW: M. Gerber, 44 Organizations G. Kilsurich, G. Dehruler, A. Kolarczyk, ). Graczyk, B. Meiers, G. Madvek. TOP: M. Cooley, ( J. Malloy, T. Puchley, C. Webster, ). Zubak, B. Biancardi, M. Archie, M. Jacobson, C. Russell, J. Esgate, J. Richardson, T. Klapkowski. FRENCH CLUB — BOTTOM: L. Rytel (Treas.), R. Watkins, L. Flener, 2nd: W. Carle (Pres ), P. Callahan, K. Bledsoe, L. Lucas, M. Malacinco, M. Penczak (Sec.), R. Lee, J. Juscik, C. Cantwell, 3rd: R. Link, T. Templeton, J. Zajac, T. Lagneau, L. Maman, K. Jankow¬ ski, (V. Pres.), TOP: A. Murphy, C. Miller, K. Bodnar. SPANISH CLUB — BOTTOM: P. Schmitt (Pres.), Mrs. Kellar (Sponsor), P. Smaron (Sec.-Treas.) ?nd: C. Ettlemon, M. Donaghey, N. Craig, D. Thompson, P. Horar. 3rd: L. Herbst, M. Janiga, D. Blummer, J. Beno, R. Bielat, B. Vargo, J. Vrehsa, TOP: M. Hildenbrand, J. Fulte, T. Rainford, L. Peruts, S. Peruts. G8RMAN CLUB Language clubs feast on foods, sites, culture This year ' s French Club possessed much re¬ newed enthusiasm from underclass members. The club took a trip to Chicago to eat at the Magic Pan and practiced authentic folk dances straight from France. The Spanish Club also planned to eat at a foreign restaurant and visit the Art Institute in Chicago. The members also hoped to enter a booth in the spring carnival and participate in the Student Council Bike-a-Thon. Members Paul Milo and Jim Pawlus treated their German Club to personal memoirs of their summer in Germany. CERMAN CLUB — BOTTOM: J. Pawlus (Co Captain), P. Milo (Co Captain). 2nd: F. Gavrilos, C. Karnes, Mr. Hunt (Sponsor), 3rd L. Jones, G. Lewis. TOP: J. Muehrer. Organizations 45 Clubs stimulate student hobbies Chess Club had a large sale con¬ sisting of various Christmas decora¬ tions, stationery, and tools. The profits went towards prizes for the winners in their class tournament. Officers were Pres. Theresa Fogarty, Vice Pres. Valerie Herbst, Treasurer Ken Jenesko, Sec. Linda Foster, and sergeant-at-arms Linda Camp. COIN CLUB JUIi Mr Zygmunt (Sponser), M. Jurich, J. Jaitekunas. BOTTOM: T. Herpst, T. Fogarty, L. Foster, I. Camp, 2ND: L. Borgetti, S. Cluth, E. Conell, K. Werth, M. Laws, TOP: M. Morris, E. Walput. 46 Organizations Expressing ideas Scribners Club published their yearly maga¬ zine consisting of student journalism and photography. The purpose was to encourage other students to develop their journalism talents. Printing programs and various other things for clubs, the Graphic Arts Club not only helped Gavit but helped themselves. A small group of hard working people repre¬ sented Gavit ' s Speech Debate Team. The group debated twice a month from October to December, ending with a tourney in January. BOTTOM: D. Marsh, K. Augustyn, D. Mysliwiec, L. Hufnagel, B. Bell,J. Rogala, K. Milo. TOP A. Hartman Sponsor, Miss Koscieiniak, M. Opasik BOTTOM M. Mybeck (Pres.), J. Brach (Sec ), 2ND P. Enis, S. McCahon, Davis, S. Plawecki, S. Skrupa, D. Bobrowskis, S. Wilson, R. Speelm. I. Petterson, D. Duffala, D. Stone, J. Yamada, N. Hedrick. 3RD D. TOP R. Garcia, D. Dean, D. Sullivan, N. Jackson, Sponsor Mr. Clausen Organizations 47 BOTTOM: Mrs. O ' Toole (Sponsor), C. Wise (Pres.), V. Murdock R. Rybecki, L. Geary, M. Cordero, C. Courtney, R. Ally, B. Hoffman. (V. Pres.), G. Benko (Sec.), D. Davis (Treas.). 2ND: M. Vliek, P. Larson, TOP: D. Garcia, P. Hammond, K. Madyek, D. Rosales, T. Wade, L. G. Dorge, B. Hieke, C. Atzhorn, P. Farmer, N. Burrerna, J. Cobb. 3RD: Carter. St udents prepare for their future Typing Club members worked on outside typing during club hours. They held bake sales to raise money for purchasing equipment and typing awards. O.E.A.students worked hard all year learning the basic funda¬ mentals of general office work. Both at school and on the job each of the girls sold stuffed ani¬ mals and soaps to fund their year ' s activities. Many of the girls acquired part-time office jobs outside of school, due to the as¬ sistance and dedication of spon¬ sor Mr. Welte. BOTTOM: M. Onohan (Pres.), A.C. Carter (V. Pres.), R. Basham (Sec.), J. Luptak (Treas.), D. Demi (Historian), S. Ballou, (Parliamentary). 2ND: W. Campbell, S. Pankowski, P. Hill, W. Barrell. TOP: B. Jacksor D. Gough, T. Conrad, T. Jones, P. Hudson. BOTTOM: Mr. Welte (Sponsor), C. Becker (Pres.), P. Grass (V. Pres.), (Parliamentary). 2ND: K. Wallace, C. Courtney, D. Jones, D. Benirschke, D. Davis (Sec.), G. Benko (Treas.), C. Atzhorn (Historian), C. Vandiver K. Shabi, D. Skalba. TOP: T. Fogarty, L. Geary, P. Rapchak, ). Yarusinsky, J. Poulson, M. Vliek, V. Murdock. 48 Organizations Clubs view classics and help others Cinema Study Club which started as a filmmaking group, has expanded to be the largest club at G.H.S. Its increase in size to nearly 100 members, caused a change of purpose. The club now explores the various ways in which films can be expressive by viewing an assortment of film types ranging from silent classes to contemporary movies. The CUC Club helps the underprivileged children in our area. During the Christmas season they went Christmas caroling at the Carmelite Home for Boys and also to the home for the elderly in Hammond. Pep Club members show their spirit at Pep Assembly. BOTTOM: C. Bonnell (pres.), S. Boyer, (V.P.), ). Courtney (treas.), T. ROW 3: P. Gadberry, D. Rosales, K. Karnafel, L. Beck, P. Beck, J. Tracy, Rogers (sec.). P. Crilly, P. Jones. ROW 2: Miss Maddalone (sp), S. Cruse, M. Talenco, C. Soto, S. Kayes, TOP: C. Stewart, M. Kohut, S. Treadway, C. Buksar, C. Arnold, T. R. Turner, T. Edmond, T. Fulkerson, S. Gordon, l. Hufnagel, B. Desler Bell, D. Anderson. (sp). Secretary-treasurer, Jamie Carmen Sponsors, Mr. Kenneth Petyo, Mr. Donald Kopenec. Organizations 49 BOTTOM — M. Perkins (Pres.), 2ND — B. Shropshine, D. Prffitt, K. Vynckt, M. Jackson, D. Satterfield, J. Cummings, T. Scott, G. Chernek, Rucinski, D. Rutledge, M. Carrier, J. Tackett, R. Shetts. 3RD — R. Van- J. Marsueto, R. Shadow, D. White,‘Scott Opasik— Sec Science reacts Exploring the many possible science careers was one of the main objectives of this year ' s Science Club. The club, consisting of 15 members, was spon¬ sored by Mr, Michael Kobe. Another exciting year of field trips was planned by the Herpetology Club. By traveling to various places, the 18 members were able to study reptiles in their own habitat. Each year the Future Nurses visit one hospital in the spring to converse with doctors and nurses, dentists, and sometimes representatives from the Red Cross. BOTTOM — Mike O ' Drobinak, John Zubak, Ed Wojtowitz, Victor Wojtowitz. TOP — Cheryl Chivington, Pat Chpin, Kevin Augustyn, Walter Bract), Jeff Painter. 50 Organizations Clubs do home work BOTTOM — D. Thorpe (Tres.) C. Frye (Sec.), C. Spitale (Pres.) TOP — L. Tackett, C. Knight, S. Petterman, V. Flores, S. Klutsch The food aids have been really busy this year helping the students to prepare scrumptious eatables in the tiny kitchens of room 324. They checked on the cleanli¬ ness of the kitchens, how well the students followed directions, and how well the finished products tasted. The sewing aids have helped many inexperienced sewers with their problems in sewing. With the help of these sewing aids, our Gavit girls have accomplished making a great deal of beautiful items. SEWING AND FOODS S. Meeks, M. Talenco, S. Treadway, S. Peterman Organizations 51 Musicians, vocalists, help celebrate Bicentennial The Cavit High School Band partici¬ pated in many of Gavit ' s .activities. They performed at football games, basketball games and at parades. During the year, the band gave five concerts including a special Bicentennial concert. Members also entered many contests. In the spring, the band took a trip to Canada. The Choral department consisted of six different choirs, and like the band, put on many concerts. They participated in the annual Spring Concert, and they also put on a Bicentennial concert. The choirs entered many contests through¬ out the year. BOTTOM: R. Kelly, C. Wiening, L. Easton, P. Pittman, J. Lamb, K. Douthett. 2ND ROW: V. Wojtowwitz, M. Jacobson, M. Gonzales, D. Falk, D. Zilai. TOP: D. Lackey, W. Goble, C. Anderson. BOTTOM: D Estep, B la . C. Estep, K. Bledsoe 2ND ROW: S. Wesley, |. Novotny, K. Wiley, L. Boldin, R. Basham, K Turner, |. Eink, C, tones, C. Stevens. 3RD ROW: M. Eerree, K. tannin, C. Gonzales, K Jackson, S. Onia, M. Klobochar, S. Decresenzo, D. Moore, ). Holt, G. Eantin, P Hudson. 4TH ROW: M, Kish, M. Mybeck, l. Lucas, l. Eantin, T. Seiden, L. Knight, S. Stevens, L Bancheck, S. timbaugh, M. DeBruler, R. Basham, Terri Gianninni. TOP: M. Chatnekat T Williams, C. Kellar, C. Smaron, B. Newbauer, G. Chernak, M. laws, M. Wieglos, A. Abney. 52 Organizations BOTTOM — K. Wallace. 2ND — S. Kayes, J. Yaney, M. Jacobson, K. Jenecz- Camp, L. Foster, M. Keir, C. Phillips, J. Lawson, D. Kovach, M. Westman, ko, C. Robbins, A. Wilkinson. 3RD — B. Moore, L. Felling, D. Klobuchar, L. Rippe. D. Schroeder, T. Murphy, S. Gluth, D. Rosales, D. Culasy. TOP — L. BOTTOM - B. Lax, C. Lee. 2ND - M. Kish, S. Kayes. 3RD — BOTTOM — D. Culasy. 2ND — S. Gluth, M. Keir. TOP — L. Camp. J. Yaney, C. Gonzales, L. Felling, D. Klobuchar, S. Kolas, M. DeBruler. TOP: L. Fantin, A. Wilkinson, M. Westman, P. Smaron, K. Miklusak. BOTTOM — S. Geurts, C. Pazanin, B. Hoffman, G. Smith. 2ND — M. Hartmen, A. Carter. TOP — R. Ferguson, K. Douthett, R. Holeman, Frye, G. Curtis, J. Sizemore, R. Gray, R. Kellison, D. Hill, A. Veray, C. Anderson, D. Lackey. M. Opasik. 3RD — P. Smaron, D. Falk, K. Miklusak, P. Grillion, A. Organizations 53 Students perform The puppeteers is a young organization that gives its four-member team a chance to express themselves through puppets. The members make their own puppets and write their own scripts. A new year of school brought about the begin¬ nings of a new club, the Comedy Team. Senior lack Spoerner founded the club with the hopes of giving students with the knack for comedy to develop their skills. Thespians Troupe 2525 was membered by 25 people this year. The group gave a tea in the fall, helped behind stage, and participated in plays themselves, among other things. PUPPETEERS — L to R: D. Skulba, D. Mysliwiec, Miss Koscielniak, L. Hufnagel. BOTTOM: D. Thorpe, C. Cantwell, C. Hatcher. 2ND: M. Garmon (V. J. Shevchenko (Sec.-Tres.), Pres.), ). Spoener (Pres.), D. Mysliwiec. 3RD: J. Lawson, N. Headrick, BOTTOM: J. Kish, N. Headrick, ). Spoener, M. Garmon. 2ND: (Pres.), K. Janeczko (V. Pres.), T. Wilson, K. Augustyn, D. Mysliwiec, M. Scepkowski, D. Kovach, D. Skalba, A. Carter, L. Hufnagel, L. Foster, A. Hartmann, J. Lawson. 3RD: C. Becker (Sec.), ). Shevchenko (Tres.). 54 Organizations Senior Jim Lawson prepares the curtain. Behind-the-scenes help This year ' s Stage Crew and Usherettes were sponsored by Miss Alison Blaine who replaced Ms. Macey. The groups added much color, help, and time to the drama department. The people who weren ' t seen but were always around behind the curtain were the stage crew. Their work consisted of making the set and working the lights and sound. Usherettes were headed by President Heather Harrigan. They were busy girls who offered much color to the drama department. They helped people find seats at plays and assemblies and hand out programs. BOTTOM: J. Kish, Z. Coral, K. jenczko, A. Hartman, J. Spoener, K. Dout- TOP: D. Skalba, M. Scepkowski, J. Shevchenko, D. Jackson, D. Kovach, hett, M. Garmon, A. Carter. N - Headrick. ROW 2: l. Hufnagel, K. Rucinski, C. Cantwell, K. Augustyn, T. Wilson. BOTTOM L. Lucas, H. Harrigan. ROW 2: J. Oresko, K. Henry, M. Kish, TOP: C. Chivington, R. Basham, W. Harwell, M. DeBruler, K. Egge- M. Cordero, K Bledsoe, J. Tidwell, C. Kellar, M. Klobochar, S. Onia, brecht, B. Mahoney, R. Bielat, J. Holt, L. Ihnat. 1. Lynn. Organizations S5 Aids Communicate If you ever need help in our library, you can always turn to our library aids. They are very courteous in finding a book you are interested in, when checking out your books, and telling you whenever a book comes in. English Aids assisted Mrs. Penny in typing up business letters, grading papers, and running errands. A.V. Aids, under the supervision of Mr. Culbertson, set up projectors for class room teachers. Ram Bednar, Karen Jankowski TOP: S. Martin, J. Kish, B. Hudnall, T. Stivers. R. Brooks, B. Johnson, C. Gonzales, R. Bielat, M. DeBruler, L. Fleaner, J. Tidwell. 56 Organizations BOTTOM — L. Hufnagel. 2ND — K. Eggebrecht, C. Conniespitale, S. Vahst, D. Estep, K. Wichmann, C. Chivington, T. Schickel. TOP — C. Rapchak, B. Mehoney. ' |. Lagneau, M. Helpingstine, A. Bruce, V. Seward,). Latham, T. Brown. Bookstore Aids worked in the bookstore during their free periods. They sold paper, pencils, pens, and other such items that students and teachers needed. They also helped to take care of many of the schools financial transactions. The Office Aids worked in the Counselors office, the Main office, and the Attendance office. They did various jobs, from typing to proof reading stu¬ dents schedules. The Nursing Aids are courteous, cheerful, and have the ability to be able to act quickly in an emergency without panic. BOTTOM — M. Durha, L. Webster, C. Flannagin, D. Moore, P. Rapchak, D. Sheaks, L. Chapman. TOP — B. Havlin, E. Erb, L. Pyle, J. Carmen, Students Gain Experience BOTTOM — C. Howe, L. Boldin, C. Cantwell, C. Miller. 2ND — M. Cordero, D. Martis, P. Gratunik, J. Kowalsky. 3RD — C. Mardis, A. Murphy. 4TH — T. Bell, T. Fulkerson, J. Anderson, D. Horar. TOP: J. Lawson. Organizations 57 BOTTOM — K. Craaybeek, M. Cataldi, K. Anderson, D. Rutledge. D. Rose, D. Thorpe. TOP — I Graves, J. Juscik, M. McGuan, B. Hoffmann, K. Douthette, Students help out Gavit ' s lab aids are kept quite busy by taking attendance, grading papers, and aiding students with their science projects. In the spring, 12 girls ranging from freshmen to seniors volun¬ teered their time to score, time, measure distances, and collect mon¬ ey. Gym aids helped take role and demonstrated different skills and techniques in various areas of sport. BOTTOM —). Pazdur, C. Fiala, M. Misra, L. Salczynski, C. Opasik. TOP — M Sloccum, D Mrzlock, M Donaghey, K Eggebrecht, E Mitchell, l Lucas, t Knigl BOTTOM — D. Cross, S. Clark, C. Farkas, C. Opasik. 2ND — D. Yokovich, Cordero, S. Gluth, S . Andree, D. Jett, C. Sibert, M. Johnson, N. Kosan- S. Boyer, D. Pazdur, P. Dorsey, L. Easton, M. Catoddi, L. Fatheree, H. vovich, P. Biancardi, M. Keir, P. Linnemeir, C. Herkey. Miller, K. Anderson, M. Miterko, M. Ferries, G. Farkas. TOP — M. Organizations 58 Aids assist teams The Basketball Aids assisted at all games by greeting the referees, selling programs, and keeping statistics. Thirty-three Swim Aids spent their time keeping score and announcing at all home games. Attending all wrestling meets was a require¬ ment for the 54 Mat Maids. The girls scored, timed, collected money and decorated dis¬ play cases. The Mat Maids sponsored a November tea for parents. Also in November, the girls sponsored a car wash to raise money for the wrestling team to buy new uniforms and equipment. BOTTOM: N. Kosanovich, M. Cordero, J. Oresko. TOP: P. Farmer, C. Plala, L. Salczynski, L. Fatheree, N. Zajack, K. Clad, P. Schmitt. BOTTOM: C. Opasik, B. Plewacki, B. Herkey, C. Becker, D. Skalba, L. DeBruler. ROW 3: K. Bledsoe, C. Cantwell, J. Holt, M. Malacina, Lucas, L. Knight, M. Kish. ROW 2: C. Knop, D. Curski, S. Guerts, S. S. Holt, S. Ojanovick. TOP: M. McGuan, R. Cray, C. Herkey, K. •Guerts, L. Chonka, L. Fleaner. M. Demkovich. R. lee. R. Beilat, M. Saltonovitz, M. Stoffregen, C. Kellar, S. Onia, B. Johnson. School shop prints Scroll Serving to reflect the student body more di¬ rectly, the SCROLL was printed by graphic arts students instead of by a printing firm for the first time since 1972. Gavit ' s sc hool newspaper tried to respond better to student ' s needs by instituting a Student Speak-Out, a soundboard for individuals ' opinions, and it added interest by adding innovative features to each issue. A review of the gripping thriller JAWS, a preview of Hammond Mayoral candidates and an account of the recent T-P-ing fad were among the paper ' s most innovative articles. The SCROLL ' S special six page Christmas issue, dedicated to the late Donald E. Gavit, featured yuletide poems, puzzles and stories composed by each of the SCROLL ' S 15 staff members and published a special Bicentennial edition. The 1975-76 SCROLL staff was a group of es¬ pecially dedicated and willing workers. They greatly appreciated the outstanding job of Gavit graphic arts students, who were responsible for the presentation of the writers ' hard-thought-up stories. Mr. Donald Kopenec was advisor to the SCROLL staff, and Mr. Richard Clausen supervised the graphic arts crew in the SCROLL ' S fifteenth year of publication. Feature writers BOTTOM: L. Kohut, C. Farkas, L. Hufnagel TOP: D. Thorpe Senior Editor, W. Carle and Junior Business Manager L. Hufnagel. News Bureau, ). Qualls, D. Thorpe 60 Organizations Under the supervision of Mr. Clausen, Juniors Mark Editor Wendy Carle types up captions describing pictures for the up-coming Scroll Mybeck and Norm Headrick work diligently in printing the Scroll. Reporters BOTTOM: Jaime Carman TOP: Marilyn Crowley, Norm Headrick, Jack Spoerner, Eusevia Guevara, Dwayne Johnston. Organizations 61 All About School events are really neat. I guess that without them school would just be boring. They also give you a good chance to get to know people and socialize. Leticia Perez 9th Grade “I enjoy the school dances, the Atrium radio, and especially labs in Biology Kathy Bonnell 10th grade I enjoy going to the basketball games, foot¬ ball games, dances, and talking to my teach¬ ers. )amie Qualls 11th grade Working on yearbook seems to be a worthwhile activity for me. I ' m also thankful for the Atrium, which breaks up my schedule in a relaxing way.” Pam Bednar 12th grade 62 School Life SCHOOL LIFE Senior court candidate Lori Frye and escort Bill Wynn of North Newton High School. Senior court candidate Dori Frye is escorted by senior Mark Cooley. 64 School Life junior court candidate Beth Sako and escort senior John Juranovich. Spirit sparks Homecoming Week started off on Monday, October 6, with a pur¬ ple and gold dress-up day for the teachers. On Tuesday, Class Color Day, the students had a chance to show their class spirit. A new addition to the Spirit Week was the Super Spirit Secret Student Day which occurred on Wednesday. Free tickets to the football game were given to the winner of this contest from each class. On Thurs¬ day, annual Traitor Day, the pep rally was held at night and each class gave skits along with perform¬ ances by the cheerleaders and drill team. Afterwards ' , Nancy Hoff¬ man was crowned Homecoming Queen. Friday October 10 ended the homecoming Spirit Week with a purple and gold dress-up day for all Glad¬ iators and brought more excite¬ ment with the Homecoming Parade and football game as the Gladiators won the victory over Clark. At half-time, the band and drill team performed and the Queen and her court presided. Sopho¬ mores were chosen as the most spirited class and the Juniors were awarded first place for their float, Gavit Jaws Devour Clark. Star played at the sock hop in the gym. Saturday night, Gavit ' s first semi- formal Homecoming Dance, Har¬ vest Moon, was held at the Scherwood Club. The dinner dance began at 8:00 p.m. and dinner was served at 9:30. Pep Club won the club float award for their colorful float entry, Can The Pioneers. junior court candidate Patty Beck is escorted by senior Kevin Augustyn. School Life 65 Creating their own version of Happy Days, a crowd of fun-loving senior guys and gals gathers in front of the school to show-off nostalgic attire, including ruby-red lips and greased-back hair. Nancy Hoffman demonstrates the art of applying red lipstick to Dan Fivecoat, Kevin Werth, Diane Kovach, Mary Keir and Monica Mista. The 50 ' s return in 75 The seniors ' 1950 ' s Day, started last year by the Class of 1975 as part of Homecoming Week, was one of the highlights of the year in relation to school spirit. This year ' s enthusiastic participation equaled that of last year, and it looks as if the 50 ' s day tradition will carry on in the senior class for many years to come. On October 28, many of the teachers witnessing the nostalgia day were reminded of their own school days. Kids enjoyed boppin around the city during lunch hours to the local hang¬ outs to flaunt their fifties fashions. Anita Wilkenson and Walter Brach return to class after a date at the malt shop for lunch. 66 School Life Junior Mark Kulcyzk, complete with glitter and cake make-up says, Kiss me on the lips. School ghouls visit Gavit Gavit students got together on Hal¬ loween to show their spirit by dressing up as all types of school ghouls. The crazy costumes brightened up the day and added a little touch of the bizarre to an otherwise normal October 31. This was the first year for high school Halloween costumes at Gavit and among mysterious disguises were characters like Gerald Ford, a wizard, rock stars, vam¬ pires, and others of questionable identity. Blah! junior Mark Mybeck exclaims as he displays a monstrous expression. Ace Frehley, David Bowie, and Alice Cooper alias Jim Malloy, Kevin Werth, and Alex Kowalsky. Homecoming queen, senior Nancy Hoffman strolls leisurely across 175th on her way to school. Halloween pranksters above are: K. Augustyn, M. Jacobson, D. Yamada, R. Mulleuix, C. Cantwell, M. Kish, K. Janesko, L. Boldin, K. Bodney, J. Malloy, D. Myslievic. Gavit Drama Department presents U.S.A. U.S.A. was presented by the Gavit Drama Department under the direction of Miss Allison Blaine on November 7, 1975. This fall play was about life in the United States from the beginning of the 20th Century to the beginning of the Depression in the early 1930 ' s. The play is centered around the character of J. Ward Moorehouse who in the beginning is struggling to become a successful businessman. During the play there were six players who recited news events of those times. They also served to update events happening in J.W. ' s life. We see J.W. ' s climb to the top one of very hard work, much dedication, and long endurance. The actors portrayed their roles extremely well and deserve much credit. CHARACTERS Moorehouse Ollie Taylor Dick Savage Joe Williams Bingham Janey Williams Eleanor Stoddard Gertrude Kevin Augustyn Tom Wilson Tom Wilson Jim Lawson Jim Lawson Kathy Bonnell Diane Kovach Lori Hufnagel Student Director: Marie Scepkowski. Stage Manager: Alexander Hartmann. Junior Lori Hufnagel and Senior Kevin Augustyn discuss condition of train. Senior Tom Wilson, portraying a drunk, talks about the war with senior Kevin Augustyn and senior Diane Kovach. 68 School Lite Student council action An active Student Council admini¬ stration began with the Inaugural Assembly on October 7. The new officers, Kevin Augustyn, President; Marty Jacobson, Vice President; Cathy Opasik, Secretary; and Heath¬ er Harrigan, Treasurer, took their oaths of office and outlined their objectives for the year. Student Council, participated in the Thanksgiving canned food drive for needy families. Cans were col¬ lected during homeroom, Sr. Prep English classes, and at an inter- squad basketball game. The success¬ ful drive lasted from November IQ- 21 . On November 14, six Clark Stu¬ dent Council members visited Gavit to exchange opinions and ideas, and to tour the school. Also on the 14th, Intramural Night had ping pong, handball, volleyball and pinball con¬ tests. Student Council sponsored an assembly on November 21. Con¬ gressman Madden gave his views on education. The American politi¬ cal system and sensible living. Newly-inaugurated Student Council President, senior Kevin Augustyn, installs senior Marty Jacobson as Vice President. Junior gourmets Mark Mybeck, David Yamada, and Cindy Farkas plan epicurian delights for needy families on Thanksgiving. Student-exchange visitors from Clark High School, Lisa Borden, Rick Turpen, Jeanne Ruf, and Dave Pecenka, spend a day within Gavit ' s realm. (Not pictured are Debbie Halik and Joe Miller). for future endeavors. New stereo adds pizazz to lounge Decorations in the lounge give it a little Christmas-time character in December. An added attraction to the lounge this year was Student Council ' s extrav¬ agant Christmas present to the student body, from Musicraft. It was a stereo-system valued at approximately $1,500, which was en¬ closed in a 6 ft. by 6 ft. varnished wood cabinet built by Bob Biancardi. The cabinet took about a week to build and cost about $100. It locks se¬ curely when not in use and displays the Impro PE 30-60 turntable and Moranz 22-30 receiver very nicely. The Fischer X-PAS speakers are mounted in opposite cor¬ ners. The new sound system purchased on December 4, 1976, attracts the atten¬ tion of all classes in daily social gatherings. Underclassmen make use of the lounge after school is out. The lounge is a place for various activities ... even Monte Python skits, according to seniors Kevin Augustyn, John Zubak, Victor Wojtowitz, Kurt Brown, and Larry DeVore. Tina Ham, Denise Huntington and Sally Aldridge take it easy provided with background music from the stereo. Mr. Thomas Clark and the entire Choral Department help to highlight daily school life by singing out Christmas joy during an assembly. Mr. Stan Zaley and the Concert Band portray Christmas through music at an evening In Christ Child and Joyous Christmas, Debbie Klobu- performance. char and Anita Wilkenson tintinabulate the bells. Sharon Gluth, Linda Camp, Mary Keir, and Debbie Culasy make an entertaining ensemble. Christmas concert cheer The Gavit Choral Department and the Con¬ cert Band each presented Christmas programs this year,, early in December. The vocal yule- tide greetings took place during school in an hour-long assembly on the 18th. The instru¬ mental holiday performance was held on the evening of the 9th. School Life 73 Senior Lisa Chapman and date Roger Odom with Judy Latham reflect the happiness social activities can bring to school life. Admiring the glittering tannenbaum , juniors Heather Harrigan and Jerry Johnson make a nice holiday picture. Cavit ' s exclusive 1975 Inaugural Court included sophomore Kathy (accompanied by senior John Esgate), and freshman Joanie Baker Bonnell (accompanied by junior Bob Meyers), junior Donna Pazdur (escorted by senior Tom Moore). (escorted by junior John Burdyl), senior Snowqueen Cathy Opasik 74 School Life Semi-formal brightens holidays Dancing and romancing are freshmen Rocky Mul- lenix and date Lisa McNair. An aura of romanticism filled the atmosphere for 96 couples at the annual Inaugural Ball on Monday, December 22. The theme of the winter formal was “These Magic Moments. “Omnibus Trio played both soft and hard rock music for students to either dance or listen to. Refresh¬ ments were served to couples in the student lounge. Pictures were taken by Lovosko Studio of East Chicago, Indiana. The formal was sponsored by the Student Council. Junior Cindy Far- kas served as social chairman and various committees assisted in the planning and organization of the ball. Sophomores Cindy Chalmers and Roxanne Sheets and seniors Judy Latham and Patti Rapchak do the hustle. Senior couples Dave Vido and date Lola Ware and Sharon Kaleta and Butchie Davidson take a moment to chat and relax. Gavit wins b-ball Homecoming! Gavit Gladiators celebrated a happy Homecoming Jan. 30 by defeating Hammond Tech 67-47, registering their first season victory. Gladiator fans were ecstatic to see their team play nearly flawless, as the Gavit roundballers committed only one turnover in the whole first half to lead 36-8 after the second quarter. Spirited activities continued at halftime, as the Home¬ coming court and their escorts were presented to the assemblage. Junior Patti Biancardi was then crowned Homecoming Queen. After the game, a crowd of 200 students flocked to the cafeteria for the annual Homecoming dance, sponsored by Pep Club. Music was provided by Tran¬ sit an eight-man band, made up mostly of former and present Gavit students. Senior guard Ron Bonnell was announced Mr. Basketball at the dance. Proudly stands Mr. Basketball R on Bonnell Basketball Court: Kim Newcombe (escort Don Baker), Lori Frye (escort Bill Burdeau), queen Patti Biancardi (escort Steve Owen), Peggy Benirschke (escort Steve Faught), and Patty Beck (escort Bob Biancardi). 76 School Life Drill Team show their support and admiration for coach Kelly. Miss Margaret Kelly accepts flowers from her grateful team. Juniors Mary Ferris, Pat Paquette, Mary Johnson, Sue Boyer, Donna Pazdur, Pat Biancardi, Chris Dolak, sophomore Theresa Puchley, and junior Maryann Cataldi. Faculty cheerleaders give it all they ' ve got? Girls basketball honored in assembly On February 13, Cavit honored the first Gavit team to win a sec¬ tional basketball trophy, Coach Margaret Kelly ' s Lady Glads. The band and choir set the mood for the spirited assembly by chanting We ' re number one in the halls and in the gym. Six teachers — Miss Blaine, Mrs. Board, Mrs. Estep, Mrs. Hayes, Mr. Kopenec and Mr. Willis — led cheers such as Teach¬ er spirit; if you have it, yell Gavit! , dispelling the rumor that teachers lack spirit. Students responded en¬ thusiastically by bringing down the rafters with competitive cheers. School Life 77 Sophomores Jodie Fink, Barb Dust, Kathy Bonnell, and senior Marty Jacobson, wearing puka necklaces, show their shells. Fads Flourish Senior clowns Phil Stoffregen and Kim Vrankin attempted to cream Vic Wojtowitz with a chocolate pie during band ... If candy can be considered a fad, these little pebble-sized mints in all flavors surely ranked among the top ten. DY-NO-MITE! A fad is a fashion or a temporary, usually irrational pursuit by alot of people of some action that ex¬ cites attention and has prestige. Pie-throwing at fam¬ ous people, styles of dress, a candy craze, and even matching cars along with other trends have become Gavit ' s latest. ... and to Victor, the poor victim ' s dismay, they succeeded. 78 School Life Earth shoes of every size, shape, and color were the absolute rage this year, and provided comfortable truckin ' ' in all walks of Cavit school life. A night of comedy — 4 one acts On February 27, the Gavit Drama Department pre¬ sented a night of four one acts. Death Knocks was a story of death personified, coming to take the life away of character Nat. Adam and Eve begat a humorist reformation of the lives of Adam and Eve. The Black Comedy presented a sculptor ' s zany and humorous life. The fourth act, Dracula, centered around the life of Dracula and his many victims. Nat (Freshman Scott Outler) plays a hand of gin rummy with Death (Junior Dan Lackey) trying to win more time to live. Adam (Senior Tom Wilson) tells Eve (Senior Joanne Shevschenko) to keep her distance. Dracula (Junior Nick Marinaro) comes to dinner at the Baker s (Fresh¬ man Jeff Miklusak) and his wife ' s (Freshman Barbie Cave) house. 80 School Life Brindsley (Junior Norm IHeadrick) tries to keep Miss Furnvial (Senior Joyce Yaney) from getting juiced. Who ' s your favorite down ... Bozo or Gary Thorsky? Carnival 75 Gavit ' s first annual carnival, originally scheduled for Saturday, May 3,1975, was held on the next day because of rain. It was sponsored by Gavit High ' s Student Council and took place on the school parking lot. The Carnival started at noon and lasted until 6 p.m. The main objective of the carni¬ val was to financially aid the 22 participating clubs. The booth ' s activities ranged from selling tacos and hot dogs and throwing darts to dunking people and smashing a car. Due to the success of this carnival it will appear annually in Gavit ' s Future. 1975 Prom — a dazzling evening Over a year of planning for the 1975 Jr.-Sr. Prom proved to be worthwhile on May 10th. Everything from the ideal weather to the back to-nature decor was perfect. The Prom, theme We May Never Pass This Way Again , was held at the Marquette Park Pavilion on Lake Michigan. The 150 couples that attended were entertained by Phase III from 8:00 to 11:30, and November ' s Guest, specializing in Chicago, played for the remainder of the night. Mrs. Vella Johnson and Mr. Tom Zygmunt, class sponsors, Wendy Carl e, head chairperson and other chairpersons — Lori Ihnat, Elaine Stephens, Debe Gulasy, Debbie Klobuchar, Dori Frye, Linda Foster, and Mary Keir — helped make the night a success. Senior Brian Smith proudly looks on as classmate Sue Papesh is crowned. Seniors Fred Kessler and Karen Solon relax after eating. Junior Liz Resetar and date reflea radiance of prom. Prom court: Becky Lax (escort Alan Clark), Sue Papesh, queen (escort Brian Smith), Cathy Rosinski (escort Dale George), Pam Stephens (escort Jack Tatusko), and Sue Welch (escort Glen Shantz). Juniors Kevin Werth and Elaine Stephens dis¬ play fancy footwork. Cindy Graczyk gladly receives her diploma and handshakes from Donald E. Gavit and Mrs. Lois Bell. Former Hammond school superintendent. Dr. Wayne Carle, and Principal Don Moretton watch grads. Tim Bausz ponders on his future. Commencement Commencement for the class of 1975 was on June 4, in the gym at 7:30 p.m. Jack Tatusko class president gave the in¬ vocation to the 336 seniors, followed by The American Creed, offered by Randy Van Vynckt. Dr. Wayne Carle addressed the gradu¬ ating class, then Mr. Moretton presented the seniors to school board member Mrs. Bell and Mr. Gavit, who issued the diplo¬ mas. School Life 83 ALL ABOUT Sports prepare you for life; you ' re forced to realize what you can and can ' t do. — Pamm Dorsey Through competition in sports, you learn self-dis¬ cipline, learn to take defeats, and learn to be a winner. — Nick Pappas School sports provide an opportunity for the skilled athlete to exhibit his her ability against people of a similar caliber. -Coach Margaret Kelly Competition is necessary in sports, but, more im¬ portantly, athletics should develop character in indi¬ viduals. — Coach Ed Troy W Sports SPORTS Lady Gators pull through tough first year of competition The Lady Gators competed in their first interscholastic swim season last spring. The team consisted of 20 high school girls who swam under the coach¬ ing of Mrs. Sandy Estep and Mrs. Cheryl Hanning. Although the team showed much improvement by the end of the season. Co-captains Cathy Opasik and Robin Gray, who had participated on the 1973- 74 boys swim team, were the only ex¬ perienced swimmers on the team. Deb¬ bie Dittrich, the only senior on the team, placed first or second in diving at each meet. Although no girls participated in the state meet, the Gators did have all girls place in the sectionals. Cathy Opasik was voted the Outstand¬ ing Mental Attitude award by the team. The coaches chose Debbie Dittrich, Robin Gray, and Diane Gurski as the Outstanding Diver, Most Valuable Swim¬ mer, and Most Improved Swimmer, res¬ pectively. BOTTOM ROW: Debbie Dittrich, Susan Geurts, Denise Taylor, Nancy Hoffman, Elaine Stephens, Sharon Geurts, Kim Wiley, Julie Pazdur, Barb Gederian, Debbie Blummer, Mgr. George Madvek. ROW 2: Lori Frye, Diane Gurski, Peggy Callahan, Robin Gray, Cathy Opasik, Bernice Herkey, Phyllis Wilkins, Pam Schmitt, Coach Sandy Estep, Head Coach Cheryl Hanning. Robin Gray encourages teammates to victory. Debbie Blummer anxiously awaits the gun. Soccer squad socks second in city in 75 The 1975 soccer team kicked their way to a tie for sec¬ ond place in the city with an impressive 7-5 record. Im¬ proving over last year ' s team, the Glads proved to be tough opposition on the field. The most improved player and leading scorer, Bob Bird Russell, scored a record five points against Tech, as Gavit won 5-1. Senior defenseman Mike Callahan earned the Most Valuable Player award and the Out¬ standing Achievement award. Mr. John Quinn coached the team. ROW 1: Jeff Ossana, Art Labus, Jack Tatusko, Bob Russell, Mike Callahan, Gavrilos, Pat Tracy, Kurt Brown, Jeff Richardson, Carl Russell, Henry Perez. Maurice Klefeker, Tim Towasnicki, Ruben Shehegian, Jerry Kovalsky. ROW ROW 3: Asnt. coach, Tom Dragoin, Frank Gavrilos, Rex Thompson, John 2: Marty Jacobson, Tony Klapkowski, John Zubak, Tim Rausch, Andy Bachmann, Rich Stevens, Larry Green, Glenn Novak, Mike Dillon, J. Quinn. Senior defenseman Mike Callahan heads off a Morton man during a hot match. B8 Sports Senior Ruben Shehegian guards the black and white from a Morton opponent. Golfers shoot another Conference Tourney victory in 1975 The Gavit golf team shot a successful spring season with 17 wins and only 6 losses. Placing second in conference, the Glads went on to place first in the Conference Tourn¬ ament, third in sectionals and twelfth in regionals. Conference champ Tim Burdeau led the team, which consisted of seniors Chris Wantroba, Chuck Snyder, Bill Mangerson, and junior Don Chiaro. Also competing in dual meets were Tom Hudson, Kurt Rindoks, and Tom Wilkins. Budreau was named Most Valuable Player as he placed fifth in regionals and was a runner up in sectionals. He also won two tournaments and placed second in two opens over the summer. TOP LEFT: Junior Tim Budreau reads the green before an important putt. ABOVE LEFT: Coach Tim Russell analyzes team statistics after the match. GOLF TEAM — Don Chiaro, Chris Wantroba, Tim Budreau, Bill Mangerson, Chuck Snyder. Sports 89 ■ Lady tracksters win ' 75 sectionals Stretching over the finishing line, Sharron Flash Fullgraf, Qavit ' s only senior, squelches opposition in the 100-yard dash. Compiling a season record of seven wins and five losses, the girls 1975 track team beat Highland to become sectional champions. Besides a dedicated team effort, Gavit ' s success could be attributed to a few outstanding individuals. Sharron Flash Fullgraf won in the 100- and 220-yard dashes in every season meet, and she often anchored victorious 880-yard relay and medley teams. Winning two second places in the regional meet, Sharron placed in the upper half of the 20 state finalists in both the 100- and 220- yard dashes in her third state track meet. Delores Mardis was the 440-yard sectional champ, and Wendy Carle placed in the top ten 880 yard runners at the state meet. Kathy Pawlus competed in the running long jump at sectionals. The 880-yard relay team (Fink, Mista, Johnson, Full¬ graf) ran Gavit ' s best time ever at regional meet, just missing third place and a ticket to the state meet. The 880-yard medley team (Fink, Frye, Mista, Carle) competed in the regionals by virtue of a second place at sectionals. BOTTOM: K. Anderson, M. Slocum, D. Hill, J. Lessard, C. Dolak, J. Mys(jve, L. Boldin, L. Meier. ROW 2: M. McGuan, M. Mista, N. Hoffman, ). Milobar, C. Swisher, K. Pawlus, C. Farkas, L. Frye, W. Carle. ROW 3: Asnt. Coach Feddeler, G. Smith, P. Linnemeier, ). Fink, S. Fullgraf, D. Mardis, M. Johnson, P. Dorsey, L. Easton, D. Jett, Coach Kelly. girIs T CHS 59 - th 43 ’ :ary West, Hobart t, Munster M ' ville, Whiting City Meet L. Central, Highland Chest ' n. Calumet E.Gary, Gary Mann Portage, LaPorte Chestorton Relays Valpo OPPONENT 15,63 33 49,22 28,71 50,35 56,16 45,45 45 Sectional champ in the 440, junior Delores Mar¬ dis breaks the tape for another victory. 90 Sports I mm Unleashing his power, junior Nick Pappas reels to heave the discus. -S-1 I.Ilf Stretching out over a hurdle, junior Tom Moore takes off. ?1� | r T - . A ' 1 ' rH v. ,10 r j i -V- . .y vvj-f ' •, JL. .- % P Corney I Saltanovitz, T. Puchley, D. Shryock, R. Canale, D. Falk, M. Pierce, D. Hollis. ROW 3: Coach Ballou, D. Reese, D. Duffala, A Veray C Klefeker, M. Kulczyk, R. Reel, D. Pennington, ROW M. Beardsley, V. Dunlap, B. Wilkie, L. Dankenbring, J. Federoff, G. 2- K Wheeler, J. Saltanovitz, C. Anderson, M. Snorten, D. Dainko, Madvek, T. Moore, C. Bernirschke, B. Burdeau, J. Graczyk, Coach S. Hojnacki, N. Pappas, A. Herkey, J. Chenault, T. Trtan, R. Dutz Kuechenberg. Thinclads improve The key word to describe the 1975 track team was improvement. The cindermen progressed from a no-win 1974 season to a 5 and 11 season. Many exceptional players displayed their strength in various areas: Dave Shryock — long jump; Jeff Federoff — 100 and 220; Nick Pappas — shot put; Dave Duffala — 220; Marvin Snorton — 220; Jim Chenault — pole vault; and Tom Moore — hurdles. Dave Shryock, who scored the most points, was named Most Valuable Player. Jeff Federoff was Most Improved Player. 73 Hanover Central Chesterton H0 Nol| t , HHS %Wirt ECW, Whiting Mann Morton, Tech Chesteron Relays MC Rogers River Forest Clark, Emerson Batmen rack up most wins in GHS history, finish third in conference Gavit ' s 1975 Batmen racked up the most wins (19) in Gavit baseball history, while losing 12 games and tying one. Sharing an identical 9-7 Lake Shore Confer¬ ence record with East Chicago Washington, the Glads tied the Senators for third place behind Bishop Noll and Hammond High, who were knotted for first place. The Batmen ' s fine season can be attributed to the fine efforts of individual players. Senior Rich Koremwas the team ' s Most Val¬ uable Player as well as owning the Outstanding Batting Average, and senior Randy Rapchak earn¬ ed the Mental Attitude Award. Both Korem and Rapchak re¬ ceived Honorable Mention for All-Conference team, as did jun¬ iors Ron Bonnell and Dan Pease. Gavit ' s outstanding pitcher, jun¬ ior Kevin Knutson, was the only Gavit player to make the All-Con¬ ference team. According to Coach Tom Ku- jawa and Assistant Coach Jerry Woodward, 1975 was a excep¬ tionally good season. The two coaches looked to an even better season next year. ABOVE: Anticipating their turns at bat, the team takes a break on the bench. RIGHT: Junior catcher John Juranovich anxiously awaits the approaching pitch. ABOVE RIGHT: Senior first-baseman Rich Korem and junior pitcher Mark Cooley discuss strategy for the upcoming batter. 92 Sports BASEBALL — BOTTOM ROW: Mgr. Gary Curtis, Rich Blastic, Chris sky, Rich Korem, Mark Cooley, Terry Homcho, Randy Rapchak, Kevin Kasenga, Ron Bonnell, Tim Cunningham, Andy Kolarckyk, Tim Krsak. Knutson, Ass ' t Coach Jerry Woodward. ROW 2: John Juranovich, Dan Pease, Chuck Milanovic, James Rastov- Sports 93 Lady racketeers score winning first season The girls tennis team, with the aid of Coach Mrs. Sandy Estep, compiled a record of eight wins and five losses in their first year of competition. First singles player Susan Pomplin led the team in every respect, as she won 12 matches and was also awarded Most Valuable Player. Second singles Susan Geurts had an exceptional record of nine wins and four losses. Wrapping up the season with sectionals, Jeri Hoffmann and Susan Clark paired up to win third place. In the Ham¬ mond school tourney, Pomplin won singles, and Hoff- man-Clark took first in doubles. Driving hard with her right, senior Jeri Hoff- BOTTOM ROW: jeannie Zaburski, Sandy Tuskan, Susan Clark, Susan Geurts, Sharon Geurts, Marianne mann slams a difficult serve over the net. Miterko. ROW 2: Dorothy Mrzlock, Carol Herkey, Jeri Hoffmann, Susan Pomplin, Coach Sandy Estep. Reaching for a low-hit ball, senior Sue Pomplin engages in a hard match. 94 Sports Tennis team ralleys with 4 netter newcomers This was a year of change for the 1975 Gavit boys varsity tennis team. Four newcomers — Grant Hayne, John Juranovich, Bill Burdeau, and Bob Meier — helped the four returning players to complete the season with a 6-8 record. Freshman Grant Hayne took the no. 1 spot, with Jeff Peterson and Dave Duffala in the no. 2 and no. 3 spots respectively. Hayne earned a 6-8 season record, and Jeff Peterson and Dave Duffala, both ended up with 5-8 seasons. The no. 1 doubles team of John Juranovich and Mike Duffala ended the season with a 7-5 record. Playing in the no. 2 doubles spot were Bob Meier and Chris Dalton, who finished with a 3-8 season record. Tennis B-team members included Tony Palfi, Todd Gross, Jeff Cummings, and Terry Murphy. The B-team lost to Highland 2-3 but won over Roosevelt 4-1. Mr. Jerry Woodward coached both squads. Seniors Bill Burdeau, Dave Duffala, )ohn Juranovich and junior Jeff Peterson take a break from the racket of a tennis match. 4 E.C. Roosevelt (B) 1 Junior Chris Dalton levels a shot. Freshman Grant Hayne slams the ball. Junior Bob Meier awaits the return at the net. Sports 95 Straining his injured ankle at the finish, junior Dan Falk leads teammates Glenn Beverly and Gregg Amick. CAA ROW 1: S. Kaleta, P. Wilkins, A. Amick, P. Schmitt, K. Saltanovitz, ]. Juscik, E. Stephens, B. Sako, L. Myszak, Pat Biancardi. ROW 2: K. Cubit, M. Cordero, L. Fatheree, L. Frye, D. Taylor, L. Borgetti, D. Yokovich, D. Gurski, C. Dolak, E. Dolak. ROW 3: P. Paquette, M. Johnson, S. Boyer, S. Clark, Sharon Geurts, Sue Geurts, K. Miklusak, M. Kikalos, P. Smaron, L. Meier. ROW 4: M. Stoffregen, P. Ryan, J. Fran¬ cis, N. Craig, P. Gamez, Cindy Gonzales, L. Myslive, J. Spak, Paula Biancardi. ROW 5: K. Wiley, J. Pazdur, J. Milobar, D. Mrzlock, D. Irby, M. Slocum, D. Pazdur, R. Gray, B. Poracky, L. Hendershot. ROW 6: M. Klobuchar, J. Lessard, B. Herkey, D. Horvat, S. Aldridge, D. Malloy, J. McCarty, L. Brack, D. Shike. ROW 7: Danelle Stula, N. Oprisko, L. Easton, S. Tuskan, M. Demkovich, J. Kosanovich, Carmen Gonzales, M. Hussey, K. DeVore, K. Zacny. ROW 8: R. Johnson, L. Graves, T. Puchley, P. Csonka, M. Levin, C. Smaron, J. Navotney, S. Sanders, K. Salmon, B. Shryock. ROW 9: G. Fantin, L. Bucksar, L. Herbst, D. Thompson, M. Duffala, J. Myszak, C. Howard, A. Skratsky. ROW 10: C. Jones, D. Majkowski, T. Howe, L. Gorski, C. White, L. Rytel, L. Perez, Donna Stula, P. Clark. ROW 11: M. Cataldi, W. Carle, D. Mardis, N. Hoffman. GAA continues active schedule of athletics As girls interscholastic teams increased practice schedules to meet intensified competition, the Girls Athletic Association (GAA) faced added hardships in scheduling intramural activities. Despite their dilemmas, the active association sponsored four leagues in six intramural sports, two mixed-school play days, an intramural swim meet and the annual Powderpuff football game, in addition to supporting five extramural teams. Girls competed in intramural leagues for volleyball, basketball, badminton and softball. Tumbling and swimming practices offered girls a chance to improve on their own. Two play days in the spring provided friendly competition without school identities, as participating schools mingled to form mixed teams. Gavit played field hockey with Portage one day and invited district schools to a swim meet in May. March 8 was the setting for the third annual intramural swim meet for junior and senior high girls. In the fifth annual Powder- puff football game October 15, the sophomores beat the fresh¬ men 16-0, and the juniors upset the seniors 6-0 for the second time in the bowl ' s history. Girls competed in five extramural sports: volleyball, swimming, basketball, track and tennis. Field hockey had to be dropped to allow for the moved-up volleyball season. Sponsor Margaret Kelly awarded intramural and extramural athletes at the annual GAA banquet in the spring. SPORTHEADS ROW 1: Pamm Dorsey (President, Volleyball, Basketball), Cindy Farkas (Vice President), Gail Farkas (Sec¬ retary), Holly Miller (Treasurer, Field Hockey). ROW 2: Cathy Opasik (Swimming), Kathy Pawlus (Gymnastics), Mary Ferris (Bowling), Cathy Sibert (Badminton), Jodi Fink (Track), Carol Herkey. (Tennis). Sports 97 V-ballers winsectional 4 Standout v-ballers were Holly Miller — Most Valuable Player, Pamm Dorsey — Outstanding Spiker, Mary Johnson — Outstanding Setter and Patti Biancardi — Outstanding Server. Running up 24 wins and only 3 losses, the volleyball team won their fourth consecutive sectional cham¬ pionships and placed second in regionals. As they won 21 matches by volleying two games, the Lady Clads had to play three games in only three of their contests: Whit¬ ing, Elkhart Central and Highland. Losing twice to skillful South Bend Riley, Gavit gave up their third loss to Munster in the regional finals. An exciting victory for the team was their win over South Bend St. Joseph, which marked the first Gavit win over a South Bend team. Senior Holly Chick Miller displays her great spiking prowess. BOTTOM: Wendy Carle, Mary Ferris. ROW 2: Holly Miller, Donna Pazdur, Delores Mardis, Beth Sako, Patti Biancardi, Coach Margaret Kelly, Pamm Dorsey. ROW 3: Lucy Myszak. ROW 4: Mary Johnson, Pat Paquette. ROW 5: Susie Boyer. 98 Sports BOTTOM: Marianne Miterko, Dody Irby, Cathy Sibert. ROW 2: Jean Myszak, Theresa Puchley, Lorrie Gorski, Michelle Duffala. ROW 3: Arlene Skratsky, Randi Johnson, Mary Anne Cataldi, Jody Kosanovich, Paul Biancardo. NOT PICTURED: Carol Howard. Freshmen help B-team beat Morton Boosted by the best group of freshmen since the Class of 77 entered Gavit High, the volley¬ ball B-team compiled 15 wins and 4 losses while winning a landmark victory. Due to the improved competition at the seventh- and eighth-grade levels, the nine freshmen who played on Gavit ' s B-team added great depth to the 13-member squad. Freshmen and sophomores combined to gain a landmark victory, their three- game win over Morton, that marked the first time a Gavit B-team had defeated the Governor v-ballers. Coach Margaret Kelly was especially proud of the B-team in their last two matches. Sports 99 Filling in for injured first-string quarterback, Dave Shryock, sophomore Robbie Clark breaks it on the keeper for a gain. Gridders perform well despite many injuries Grinding to a season record of four wins and six losses on the gridiron, the 1975 varsity football team earned a 3-4 mark in the Lake Shore Conference. While Head Coach John Quinn felt his seniors played well, unfortunate injuries hampered the team ' s progress a great deal. About five seniors aione were sidelined for practices and or games on account of sprains and pulled muscles. Probably the most painful injury to the team was the loss of first-string quarterback Dave Shryock, whose leadership qualities and ability to run the wishbone offense were sorely missed the remainder of the season, after Shryock hurt his ankle in the ECW game. The highlight of the season for the Glads was their 20-14 victory over Clark, when Gavit kept alive the Gladiator tradition of winning every Homecoming game. Hard working halfback and senior, Bob Biancardi, led the Gladiator offense by rushing 210 yards in only 9 carries. Biancardi scored all three Gavit touchdowns: two of them on classy runs of 76 yards each, and one score from 46 yards out. Senior Tim Puchley had 17 tackles to his credit. Although the Glads lost by a wide margin against Bishop Noll in their final game of the season, Gavit ' s 19 points were the most scored against undefeated Noll in 75. Mr. Tom Kujawa was Assistant Coach for the Glads. + All-Conference First Team All-Conference Honorable Mention BOTTOM ROW: T. Kolbert, T. Puchley , C. Kasenga+, A. Kowalsky, R. Canale , T. Rausch, ). Zubak, D. Pease, M. Archie , N. Pappas , P. Tracy , B. Biancardi, K. Dalton, B. Reynolds, G. Novak, D. Yokovich. ROW 2: Mgr. G. Curtis, P. Gorney, R. Whelan, J. Wright, R. Russell, R. Clark, ). Fullgraf, T. Klapkowski, G. DeBruler, G. Madvek, L. Green, A. Kolarczyk, C. Klefeker, D. Pennington, D. Vandersteen, J. Burdyl ROW 3: Mgr. D. Reese, J. Johnson, J. Chenault, D. Shryock , T. Moore, R. Thompson. T. Cunningham, G. Klisurich. R. Blastic. I Richardson, H. Perez, B. Fatheree, D. Flagg, D. Danko, R. Holeman, J. Malloy, M. Dillon. NOT PICTURED: Tim Trtan . Unfortunately sidelined later in the season with an injured ankle, first-string quarterback Dave Shryock discusses strategy with re¬ serve (assistant) coach Paul Brush. Powerful halfback Bob Biancardi, who rushed 210 yards to lead Gavit over Clark 20-14, fights to escape the grip of a Morton defender. Sports —101 Reserve gridders win first eight Bettering their 7-3 mark of the previous year, the reserve foot¬ ball team earned the city ' s best reserve record by winning eight games, losing one and tying one. Cavit ' s only loss came against Cary Andrean, 8-9, in the final game of the season, when Andrean won by a fourth-quarter field goal. Gavit tied East Chicago Roosevelt 6-6 the week before Andrean, having beaten ECR 20-0 earlier in the season. In 10 games, the reserve team compiled 174 points while giving up only 53. Gavit ' s most cherished victories were their two wins over Bishop Noll and their one win over rival Morton. Gavit maintained a roster of 30 players, divided into two units of sophomores and juniors. 102 Sports GAVIT RESERVE FOOTBALL TEAM — (BOTTOM ROW) ). Chenault, T. Cunningham, R. Blastic, R. Thompson, C. Klisurich, L. Green, ). Richardson, T. Klapkowski, G. Madvek. (ROW 2) ). Wright, C. Benirschke, R. Russell, A. Kolarczyk, R. Whelan, P. Gorney, J. Burdyl, D. Vandersteen. (ROW 3) J. Johnson, R. Holeman, S. Plawecki, B. Fatheree, H. Perez, D. Flagg. John Tite, May I have this dance? Freshman Vic Anderson does a side step in an attempt to catch a pass. $ ft S _ Mighty freshmen show continued improvement to finish 6-3 season Winning six games and los¬ ing three, the freshman foot¬ ball team showed great im¬ provement over their winless season as eighth graders. Shut¬ ting out five teams and scoring 128 points to their opponents ' 58, the fighting freshmen ex¬ erted a great team effort to vanquish their foes. Their finest win, 16-0, was over a much bigger team, ECR. Coach Bud Ballou said proudly of his frosh, The team showed great improve¬ ment and never gave up. Teammates gather in a huddle to discuss the next play. FRESHMAN FOOTBALL — BOTTOM: S. Narantic, J. Tite, J. Szilagyi, K. Parsley, L. Mista, C. Havlin, D. Dun¬ lap ROW 2- V Anderson, B. Driver, C. Bukowski, J. Wilkie, B. Boring, M. Mudroncik, K. Jergens, D. Lipman. ROW 3 T Scott, D. Satterfield, J. Wielgos, R. Moore, M. Townes, J. Thornsberry, L. Fatheree. ROW 4: Coach R. Kuechenberg, B. Stephens, J. Latham, D. Wiliams, P. Petro, B. Craft, M. Carrier, B. Bush, Coach B. . Ballou Lady Gators win 2 in season 2 Completing their second season with a 2-9 record, the 1975-76 girls swim team placed ninth out of 11 teams in the sectionals. Mrs. Cheryl Hanning coached the 19 Lady Gators, while seniQr Cathy Opasik and junior Robin Gray were team captains for the second time. Throughout the season, freshman Laura Csonka, soph¬ omore Bernice Herkey, senior Nancy Hoffman and Opasik and Gray were outstanding, and each set a school record. Record events were 100 Back (Csonka), 50 Back (Herkey), 100 and 200 Free (Hoffman), 200 Individual Medley (Opasik), 100 Fly (Gray), 200 Medley Relay (Csonka, Taylor, Gray, White) and 400 Relay (Hoffman, Herkey, Geurts, Opasik). Receiving team honors were Dana Shike — Most Improved Swimmer, Elaine Stephens — Outstanding Mental Attitude, and Laura Csonka — Most Valuable Swimmer. Senior Denise Taylor pulls as she nears the finish of the 50 Breast¬ stroke. Senior Elaine Stephens completes a butterfly stroke in her leg of the 200 Medley Relay. Consulting the rule book here, manager Dave Yamada con¬ stantly supported the Lady Gators. 104 Sports BOTTOM: Sharon Geurts, Sue Geurts, Diane Gurski. ROW 2: Peggy Callahan, Carolyn White, Dayna Shike, Mgr. Dave Yamada. ROW 3: Carol Herkey, Beth Poracky, Lynn Hendershot, Bernice Herkey, Dayna Cross, Laura Csonka, Coach Cheryl Hanning. ROW 4: Elaine Stephens, Lori Frye, Cathy Opasik, Robin Gray. ROW 5: Pam Schmitt, Denise Taylor, Nancy Hoffman. Sports 105 Grapplers boast 3 champs, finish 5-10 Junior Glenn Beverly consoles Tech wrestler Smith after a good match. Boasting 3 wrestlers who earned 7 championships, the Cavit Grap¬ plers won 5 meets and lost 10, with half of their losses coming within 5 points. At 98 pounds junior Glenn Beverly won the Conference, sectional and regional titles, as well as placing second in Semi-State to advance to State. Junior Evan Tite also won Conference, sectionals and region- als, and he placed fourth at Semi- State. At 119 pounds, sophomore Scott Opasik earned Gavit ' s seventh title by winning sectionals, and he placed second in regionals. Junior Bob Ayala placed second in sec¬ tionals. Although the young team suf¬ fered many injuries (including the loss of senior Tom Wilkie in mid¬ season), they always worked hard. “The team ' s spirit was exceptional, praised Coach Ben Life. Even Tite attempts a pin as the referee awards him two points. BOTTOM ROW: Vaughn Dunlap, Glen Beverly, Mike Hayden, Scott Opasik, Chuck Benirschke. SECOND ROW: Mark Batchelor, Tom Wilkie, Glen Novak, Robert Ayala, Tom Thegze, Chris Klefeker. THIRD ROW: Coach Ben Life, Mike VanBurskirk, Rich Stevens, Andy Gavrilos, Evan Tite, Frank Gavrilos, Rich Moore. 106 Sports ROW 1; Mgr. George Nichols, Mgr. Jim Javier Abrego, Bill Fatheree, John Tite, Dean Wielgos, Mgr. Gary Curtis, Jim Fullgraf, Paul Flagg, Bob Bush, Phil Gorney, Henry Perez, DuFresne, Rich Blastic, Jerry Johnson, Scott Dave Dunlap, Jim Wilkie. Plawecki, Tony Grabowski. ROW 2: Coach Tony Grabowski does a sit-out to fool his opponent from Tech. Despite vacancies b-team completes 6-6 season Despite forfeiting three vacant veight classes (at 98, 105 and 112 sounds) to start out 18 points be¬ hind in most of their meets, the B-team wrestlers managed an even 6-6 record in ' 75-76. Performances by four grapplers brightened the season. Sophomore Paul DuFresne earned a 7-1-1 record as he pinned three of his heavy¬ weight opponents. At 155 pounds sophomore Frank Cavrilos pinned four opponents to come out 7-2 on the season. At 126 pounds jun¬ ior Jim Fullgraf had an 8-2 record and placed third in the B-team Conference Tournament, and soph¬ omore Rich Blastic earned another Conference third at 167 pounds. Bill Fatheree in a tight squeeze struggles to gain his freedom for competitional points. Sports 107 Lady Glads win 1st sectional! Winning Hammond ' s first girls basketball sectional was the crowning touch for the 75-76 Lady Glads, who finished with a 15-5 record in a highly com¬ petitive season. Four of Gavit ' s five losses came against three regional champions (Portage, Warsaw, and ECR two games), and Gavit avenged the fifth loss by defeating Morton in their second meeting, in the sectional finals. Be eliminating Calumet 39-31 in the first round of the regional tournament at Lowell February 14, the Lady Glads placed themselves in the top 32 out of 365 girls teams in Indiana. They played one of their most aggressive games when they met undefeated East Chicago Roosevelt in the finals that night. Although Gavit built up a 29-20 lead in the second qua rter, ECR took the offensive in the second half and held on to win 55-50. (ECR beat Portage to win semi-state, advancing to the state finals with eventual state champ Warsaw.) Receiving a mental boost the week before sectionals, the Lady Glads worked together the best they had all season in their final home game, when they defeated Highland 68-49. Senior Pamm Dorsey led the team with 22 points and 8 rebounds in her finest match of the year. The Lady Glads appreciated the publicity work of junior Cindy Farkas. ROW 1: Mgr. M. Cordero, P. Biancardi, Coach M. Kelly C. Dolak, Mgr. L. Fatheree. ROW 2: H. Miller, P. Paquette, S Boyer, M. Johnson, ROW 3: W. Carle, M. Cataldi, P. Dorsey, M. Ferris, D. Pazdur. Coach Kelly ponders her team ' s next move. Cutting around Morton ' s Ruth Drake, senior Holly Miller brings down the Junior Mary Anne Cataldi (24) wrestles a rebound from Morton ' s Goginsky. 108 Sports T- ROW 1: R. Johnson, J. Kosanovich, J. Fink, E. Dolak, Coach M. Kelly. ROW 2: J. Myszak, G. Farkas, P. Biancardi, D. Thompson. ROW 3: T. Puchley, L. Easton, L. Csonka, D. Irby. B-team loses 1, scores record 60 Losing their first game in six years (in a nail- biting contest at Morton), the girls basketball B- team ably won all their otner games to come out 12-1 for the season. The quick crew managed to rack up 60 points against the Whiting Oilers, setting a B-team record for the most points scored in one game. As several B-team members played in varsity games from time to time, sophomore Ellen Dolak had the honor of playing on the sectional cham¬ pionship team, and freshman Theresa Puchley con¬ tributed her skills at the regional tournament. Whatever competition they faced, the B-team Glads showed agility on defense and aggressiveness on offense. Demonstrating her very consistent lay-up style, sophomore Jody Kosanovich adds another two against Hammond High ' s Wildcats. Sports 109 Homecoming highlights varsity basketball Working against a handicap of smail size all season, the boys varsity basketball team delighted Homecoming fans as they romped Hammond Tech 67-47 in Gavit ' s premier victory. Having only two starters (Mark Cooley and Ray Maple) out of five team members over six feet tall, Gavit played against towering odds to gather rebounds and penetrate the inside. Gavit overcame those odds in their Home¬ coming game on January 30, when they patiently worked for open shots to connect on 68% of their attempts While Gavit made only three errors in the whole first half, their after-basket press forced Tech into committing innumerable turnovers. Gavit also outrebounded the Tigers 26-17, as Maple had 11. Starting for Gavit in the last half of the season, Mike Rozgony and Dave Shryock added patience to the line¬ up, while Ron Bonndll, Cooley and Maple led the scoring. Senior Mark Cooley controls the tip for the visitors at Clark. Handling the ball against the Hammond High Wildcats, senior co-captain Ron Bon- nell looks to pass. ROW 1: Mgr. W. McGaha, R. Bonnell, M. Cooley, Mgr. M. Wielgos. ROW 2: D. Shryock, B. Kolbert, D. Williams, R. Maple, S. Hojnacki, K. Knutson, L. Dankenbring, M. Rozgony, M. Snorton, T. Budreau. Coach Russell tenses as Gavit ties Clark. Junior Marvin Snorton looks for Cooley as he cuts across the middle. 110 Sports Juniors Marvin Snorton and Greg DeBruler lead the team through the hoop. Co-captain Mark Cooley fires against Hammond High. Demonstrating deliberate patience, the Glads set up to work for the open shot. Sports 111 Ray Maple pops a shot over a Wildcat guard. Winter round-up Sectionals (Highland Regional (Calumet) Semi-State (Valpo) State (Indplv) GIRLS B-TEAM BASKETBALL 112 Sports Watching for an open man, soph¬ omore Tim Cunningham plays point guard. Leaving his opponents behind, sopho¬ more Cary Friedrich goes for the shot. Reserve harbors talent Boasting an exceptional group of talented sophomores, the 1975-76 reserve basketball team proved to be a powerful squad. The team demonstrated great ability to work to¬ gether offensively and defensively in their season opener, a 38-28 upset over West Side. As more reserve players were needed to fill in for the varsity throughout the season, however, the reserve team wasn ' t always able to keep up its standard of play. Pleased with his team ' s performance. Coach Fred Vukas praised the players ' selfless dedication to the team as a whole. RESERVE ROW 1: T. Cantrell, T. Cunningham, C. DeBruler, J. Rastovsky, Exhibiting his superior jumping ability, sophomore forward J. Burdyl. ROW 2: L. Dankenbring, R. Kolbert, G. Friedrich, R. Clark, D. Robbie Clark controls the ball on the tip. Bobrowski. Freshmen show promise despite load of setbacks Although they suffered several losses throughout the season, the freshman basketball team showed promise in their ability to learn new strategies. Concentrating on varsity defenses and offenses, the freshmen worked on a 1-2-2 box zone and 1-3-1 defense while practicing a version of the famed IU offense when they had the ball. The freshmen played one of their best games against rival Morton, whom they led 13-7 at the half. Gavit lost 19-28, but they improved in each game thereafter. Coach Art Thompson directed the freshmen, while David Lipman was manager. FRESHMAN ROW 1: E. Kikalos, D. Jazerski, G. Michelin, D. Chinn. ROW 2: D. Williams, D. Cardwell, Coach A. Thompson, C. Buckowski , E. Szalony. ROW 3: B. Stephens, P. Petro, T. Davis, V. Anderson, K. Wester. Sports 113 Swimmers achieve best season ever, show spirit in 75-76 In a year when some area teams were floun¬ dering in competition, the Gavit Mermen were surging on a wave of success as they enjoyed their best season ever. Not only did their winning record impress many people, but their outstand¬ ing Go Bananas spirit served as a model to less enthusiastic bunches. As the Mermen averaged six firsts in eleven events per meet, the few losses that the team did suffer were due to a lack of depth in the second and third places, where opponents often racked up points. By the middle of the season, however, Gavit ' s blue-ribbon crew had smashed every previous school record in all but two events — 100 Back and 100 Breast. The new marks were as follows: 23.4 in 50 Free (Pawlus), 1:02 in 100 Butterfly (Pawlus), 52.8 in 100 Free (Pawlus), 1:59.9 in 200 Free (Klefeker), 2:18.4 in 200 Indi¬ vidual Medley (Esgate), 5:31.5 in 500 Free (Kle¬ feker), 1:53.3 in 200 Medley Relay (Csonka, Graczyk, Lewis, Pawlus), 3:46.2 in 400 Free Relay (Pawlus, Esgate, Pierce, Klefeker) and 202.15 points in Diving (John Janiga). Since most of them had competed on Gavit ' s first swim team their freshman year, the 11 spirited seniors owned a special pride for their team which they freely expressed. The senior swimmers led the team in wild cheers at prac¬ tice and at pep assemblies to maintain a high morale. Using the banana (which reflected their bright yellow uniforms) as their adopted mascot, the seniors centered their cheers around fruity themes. A favorite chant was: One banana, two banana, three banana, four; Gavit ' s going to win the race, Gavit ' s going to score. Five banana, six banana, seven banana, eight; Gavit ' s going to win the meet, Gavit ' s really great! Coach Ed Troy praised his team ' s progress. Seniors Greg Lewis, Don White and John Esgate show their backstroke strength. Among the team ' s 11 seniors were (FRONT) Jack Spoerner, Larry DeVore, John Zubak, Don White, (BACK) Alex Klefeker, Greg Lewis, John Esgate, Jim Pawlus and John Janiga. Sophomore Scott Shearon and senior John Janiga relax before diving practice. Swimmers who showed distinction in the breaststroke were junior Jim Graczyk, senior Jack Spoerner and senior Larry DeVore. 114 Sports ROW 1- I Smith, D. Stahura, D. Zasada, ). Herrald, K. Koch, J. Yerga, Coach Troy. ROW 3: J. Esgate, L. DeVore, )ohn Zubak, Mgr. B. Martin, T. Bennett. ROW 2: |. Graczyk, Jim Zubak, J. Spoerner, J. Janiga, G. Lewis, J. Pawlus, D. White, A. Klefeker, E. Wojtowicz, D. Kazmer, S. Shearon, M. Cross, F. Martinez NOT PICTURED: C. Csonka, M. Jacobson, M. Pierce. Senior captains Greg Lewis, John Esgate and Jim Pawlus hold a line of authority. Recognized for their prowess in the free-stvie sprints, seniors John Zubak, John Esgate and Jim Pawlus take a quick break from their routine. Stretching out in the free style, junior Ed Wojtowicz and senior Alex Klefeker endure another long-distance swim, their specialty. Sports 115 All About In my fours years of high school I have gained a special insight to my friends, especially my fellow athletes. I’ve learned to share and enjoy myself with them and I ' ve realized how impor¬ tant friends are. Holly Miller While atCavit I believe I ' ve learned many things that will be use¬ ful to me after I graduate. I ' ve learned to research on my own and deve¬ lop my ideas. Most importantly though, I ' ve learned to get along with others. Jeff Federoff During my four years at Gavit I have met many wonderful friends and teachers. In addition to the friends and teachers, I have gained much know¬ ledge I also have learned responsi¬ bilities to myself and to others, have made my own decisions, and learned how to make people laugh 1 I ' ve enjoyed the years I have spent here and I will hate to leave, but I will leave with happy memories. Lu Ann Fatheree 116 Seniors Seniors CLASS OFFICERS: TOP: Andy Gavrilos (Vice-President). ROW 2: Lori Frye (Treasurer), Joannie Yarusinsky (Secretary). BOTTOM: Nick Pappas (Presi¬ dent). CLASS SPONSORS: Mr. Thomas Zygmunt, Mrs. Vella (ohnson. In a year of the Olympics, a Presidential election, and our country ' s 200th birthday, the Class of 1976 graduated not only with tremendous pride but also with knowledge and experiences that would last the 322 seniors a lifetime. Emerging from tenderfoot freshmen and developing into rugged seniors, the Class of 76 flourished in all aspects of student activities during the years 1972-1976. Beginning their first year of high school, the Class of 1976 sold $2,500 of candy, and they also won the float competition in the football Home¬ coming parade with their Alka-Senators float, I Can ' t Believe I Ate the Whole Thing. Returning their sophomore year, the vig¬ orous Glads of ' 76 were once again victorious, as their ferocious float, Clark Barks, Gavit Bites, triumphed. We May Never Pass This Way Again, the 1975 Jr.-Sr Prom sponsored by the Class of 76, was the most anticipated and special occasion of their junior year. The 1975-1976 school year brought special honors to various seniors. Dave Shryock, after having taken the NMSQT, PSAT, and SAT tests, was selected as the single National Merit Scholarship Finalist from Gavit. Joyce Yaney and Charles Phillips represented Gavit in the 1976 All-State Choir. Qualifying for the Indiana University Honors Program for Foreign Languages were Wendy Carle, who lived and studied in France, and Paul Milosavljevic and Jim Pawlus, who lived and studied in Germany. Representing the Class of 1976 were officers as follows: Freshman — Nick Pappas (president), Tim Puchley (vice- president), Russ Bauer (secretary), Cathy Opasik (treasurer); Sophomore — Linda Foster (president), Mary Keir (vice- president), Joanne Thorbjornsen (secretary), Cathy Opasik (trea¬ surer); Junior — Jeff Federoff (president), Kevin Werth (vice- president); Pam Schmitt (secretary), Elaine Connell (treasurer); Senior — Nick Pappas (president), Andy Gavrilos (vice- president), Joannie Yarusinsky (secretary), Lori Frye (treasurer). Guiding the Class of 1976 were sponsors Mrs. Vella Johnson and Mr. Thomas Zygmunt. Seniors 117 DENNIS GHORMLEY KRIS GLAD — Flag Football 1; Drill Team 2; Club 1.2, Spanish Club 1.2; 8asketball Aid 4; I Committee 3; Track Aid 2,3; Yearbook 3 (Academics Co-Editor). GARY GLEASON SHARON LOUISE GLUTH — chess club h Club 1,2, Pep Club 1,2; Concert Choir 3,4 (Vice-President); Girls Choir 2; Gym Assistant 4; Mixed Chorus 1; Rhythmettes 3; Yearbook 3(Business ( 3irls Barbershop Quarter 4. WAYNE GOBLE — Stage Band 2,3,4; Concert Band Marching Band 1,2,3,4; Mixed Chorus 1; Band 1,2,3,4. DWAYNE H. GODBOLT — Track 1,3,4. PAMELA CAROL GRASS — C.U.C. 1,2; C Club 4; Monitor 1,2. DONALD GREER DEBORAH HELEN GULASY — Cinema Study Club 4; French Club 1,2; Pep Club 1; Concert C ' 3,4; Girls Choir 2; Mixed Chorus 1; National Hi Society 3,4; Prom Band Committee 3(Chairn Rhythmettes 3; English Aide 2; Girls Barbershop Quartet 4; Citizen Apprenticeship Program 3; American Bicentennial Committee 3,4. During my four years at 1 able to handle the problems Gavit 1 have gained a great that face us and 1 feel that sense of maturity. Growing high school has prepared up is a very important part me for this. High school has of everyone ' s life and 1 feel also taught me a sense of high school has helped me responsibility to myself and achieve this in the upmost to others. way. Gavit High School has When we all graduate we prepared me for my future are going to have to be life- Tina Byers high school was High school occupies a w _ le oppor¬ tunity to make my own de¬ cisions. I hope the underclass¬ men try to gain a little something out of high school. They will never re¬ alize how precious those four years are until they come to an end. Pattie lot of your time when you ' re a teenager. Your choice of friends, activities, and the knowledge you have gained will always be with you. My four years in high school have gone by too quickly and I leave with mixed emo¬ tions. I think the most im- Rapchak rtant thing I gained from Seniors gain recognition A solo went to Dave Shryock as he was the only student selected from Gavit as a National Merit Scholarship finalist. Dave was chosen as a semi¬ finalist last October, because of his high NMSQT and PSAT scores. After his SAT scores were combined with his original scores, he was chosen as a finalist in February of 1976. The victor of the 1975-76 D.A.R. Good Citizen Award was Wendy Carle. She was chosen by the Gavit faculty as a result of her historical knowledge, and her leadership and service to her school and community. The D.A.R. strived to im¬ mortalize the memory of America ' s historical emmi- nence and to encourage to¬ day ' s generation to be law- abiding citizens. Businessmen of the com¬ munity visited a different Ham¬ mond high school each month and chose a student who was an outstanding leader in school and community activities for the Student of the Month Award. Receiving the honor from Gavit for the month of October was Cathy Opasik. She was one out of several candidates nominated by the Gavit guidance staff. DAUGHTER OF THE AMERICAN REVOLUTION: Wendy STUDENT OF THE MONTH (OCTOBER): Cathy Opasik. Carle. 140 Seniors NATIONAL MERIT SCHOLARSHIP FINALIST: Dave Shryock. Selected by the I.U. Honors Program from among hundreds of high school juniors, language students Paul Milosavljevic, Jim Pawlus, and Wendy Carle spent eight weeks studying in Europe last summer. While Paul and Jim resided with German families and went to school in Krefeld, Germany, Wendy stayed with a Briton family and attended school in St.-Brieuc, France. Each of the three brought back cultural knowledge and improved skills to Gavit. The 1975-76 Gavit Rotarians were Dave Shryock, Jim Pawlus, Chuck Milanovic, Andy Gavrilos, Nick Pappas, Kevin Augustyn, Marty Jacobson, and Paul Milo¬ savljevic. They were selected by the guidance staff on the basis of their scholastic records and extra¬ curricular activities. Each month, local high school Rotarian representatives learned about various business areas from the Hammond branch of pro¬ fessional Rotarians. I.U. HONORS PROGRAM STUDENTS: Jim Pawlus, Wendy Carle, Paul Milosavljevic. ROTARIANS —TOP: Kevin Augustyn, Marty Jacobson, Andy Gavrilos. BOTTOM: Chuck Milanovic, Jim Pawlus, Paul Milosavljevic, Nick Pappas. Not pictured: Dave Shryock. Seniors 141 Seniors Honored Four Gavit students were selected in their junior year to attend Hoosier Boys and Girls State at Indiana State University last June. Marty Jacobson and Dave Shryock spent June 7-14 in Terre Haute while Elaine Stephens and Joyce Yaney attended the June 15-22 session. The purpose of Boys and Girls State was to educate young adults in the duties, privileges, rights, and responsibilities of American citizen¬ ship. Each participant was required to file for an office that he or she carried out for a week. GIRLS AND BOYS STATE — BOTTOM: Joyce Yaney, Elaine Stephens. TOP: Dave Shryock, Marty Jacobson. Winner of Gavit ' s 1975-76 Betty Crocker Homemaker award was Karen Saltanovitz. The general homemaking test, sponsored by General Mills Inc., was taken by in¬ terested senior students throughout the nation. Each high school winner was able to compete in state and national competition in the spring. A trip abroad plus a $3,000 scholar¬ ship was awarded to the national winner. Seniors take time out for a King of the Hill shot in the Atrium. BOTTOM ROW: Wendy Carle, Kurt Brown, John Zubak, John Esgate, Harry Perz, Pamm Dorsey. ROW 2: Karen Saltanovitz, Nancy Hoffman, Mary Keir, Ann Amick, Cathy Opasik. TOP ROW: Jeff Humphrey, Jack Hollis. 142 Seniors ALL STATE CHOIR: Kevin Douthett, Charles Phillips, Joyce Yaney. Selected to participate in the 1976 All State Choir were seniors Joyce Yaney and Charles Phillips. Kev¬ in Douthett was the only junior chosen. A bal¬ anced choir was selected from each district in the state at the auditions last September in Indianap¬ olis. The 250-member choir was sponsored by the American Choral Direc¬ tors Association. The top ten seniors for the 1976 Class of 322 stu¬ dents consisted of: Wen¬ dy Carle and David Shr- yock, co-valedictorians; Jim Pawlus, 3; Betsy Hieke, 4; Susan Peruts, 5; Debe Gulasy, 6; Tina Byers, 7; Kathy Patterson, 8; Sue Furman, 9; Dori Frye, 10; Kevin Augustyn, 11 . Students were ranked by their first seven se¬ mesters academic rec¬ ords. Sharing the position of valedictorian were Wendy Carle and David Shryock. Both students maintained a 4.0 semester average throughout their first seven se¬ mesters of high school. Wendy was active in sports, publications, and various other activities. Dave participated in sports and organizations. Both want to go to Harvard. BOTTOM ROW: Tina Byers (7), Kathy Patterson (8), Sue Furman (9), Dori Frye (10), Kevin Augustyn (11). Not pictured: Jim Pawlus (3). Conversing between classes are co-valedictorians Dave Shyrock and Wendy Carle. Seniors 143 All About 144 Juniors JUNIORS Junior class officers: BOTTOM: Carol Herkey; sec. Dayna Cross; pres. TOP: Diane Yokovich; treas., Joe Brach; vice pres. Junior class sponsors: Miss Margaret Fitzgerald and Mr. Cary Eckard The 1975-76 school year proved to be a rewarding one for the class of 77. Beginning with Homecoming, the juniors won the float competition with their winning theme The Great White Shark Devours Clark , inspired by the popular movie Jaws . In October many juniors took the PSAT test to prepare them for the SAT test in their senior year. The junior class ' most important accomplishment was the Gavit 1976 Junior-Senior Prom, Reflections of My Mind , held on May 15th at the new Wicker Park Pavilion. Preparations for the Prom started early the spring before with the appointing of two chairpersons, Susan Clark and Cindy Farkas, and seven other committee chairpersons. The committees, which were made up of volunteers, worked to make arrangements for the hall, band, bids and favors, invitations and chaperons, tickets, publicity, and the decoration of the hall. Helping to make this a successful year were 77 class officers Dayna Cross, president; Joe Brach, vice president; Carol Herkey, secretary; and Diane Yokovich, treasurer. Junior class sponsors were Miss Margaret Fitzgerald and Mr. Cary Eckard. Juniors 145 Alb, David Almada, John Anderson, Chuck Anderson, Karen Anthony, Bennett Ashlock, Debbie Ayala, Robert Barrell, Wendy Barrera, Nora Banks, Jean Ballou, Susan Ballou, Jeff Beck, Patty Be Docs, Andy Benirschke, Chuck Beverly, Glen Biancardi, Patti Bodnar, Karen Bosley, Nancy Boyer, Susie Brach, Joe V fa f ■ h. : i ilL ft i i t ' S { [ 1 r ♦ (pi fl ' I Brock, Mike Burdyl, John Bunn, Nancy Burns, Jim Callahan, Peggy Carman, Jaime Carpenter, Brad Carter, April Cataldi, Mary Chant, Denise Chesser, Ricky Clark, Susan Clifton, Mary Kay Coff, Mike Cooley, Rich Courtney, Jeanie Craft, Patty Cross, Dayna Csonka, Chris Curtis, Gary Dalton, Chris Davis, Dan Dean, Dennis DeBoer, Jeannie Debruler, Greg Demas, Debbie Dolak, Chris Dutz, Annette Dutz, Dale Engle, Mary Falk, Dan Farkas, Cindy Ferguson, Randy Ferris, Mary Flagg, Dean 146 Juniors Coach Kelly gives sober advice to v-ball juniors Susie Boyer, Mary Johnson, and Patty Biancardi. Flanagin, Sherri Flint, Mary Fogarty, Claudia Frye, Cyndi Frye, Mark Gale, Kim Galovich, Nick Gargano, Laura Geurts, Sharon Geurts, Susan Gough. Debbie Graczyk, Jim Gray, Robin Green, Larry Greenya, Mary Grillion, Patty Guervara, Eusevio Gurski, Diane Hall, Pauline Hammond, Patti Harrigan, Heather Hartman, Alex Harvey, Gerri Harwell, Willa Headrick, Norman Herbst, Violet Herkey, Carol Hill, Bernadette Hill, Diane Hill, Pamela Hines, Rick Hoffmann, Bill Holeman, Rick Homrich, Paul Hook, Mary Hufnagel, Lori Hufnagel, Lynda Humerickhouse, Laura Humerickhouse, Wayne Hurley, Arlene Jackson, Bea Jackson, Mike ik iM Juniors 147 Jackson, Rebecca Jackson, Ronald Jamrose, Kathy Jankowski, Karen Johnson, Mary Johnson, Jerome Juratich, Dave Jurich, Danny Karnafel, Kathy Kearny, Colleen Keilman, Denise Kelley, Ronald Kellison, Ron Kikalos, Mary Kirk, Micki Klisiak, Deborah Klisurich, George Klapkowski, Tony Kmiec, Mary Kochopolous, Joe Kolarczyk, Andy Kolas, Sherri Kolbert, Tim Kosanovich, Nanette Knieval, Dywayne Kroslack, Jeri Kujawa, Patrick Kulczyk, Mark Lackey, Danny Latham, Dudley Ledbetter, Jan Lee, Claudia Lee,Eva Lewellen, Dixit Link, Barbara Linnemeier, Pam Luptek, Janet Madvek, George Maman, Linda Mansueto, Jim Mardis, Cynthia Marinaro, Nick Martin, Sandra Mast, Lori McCahon, Sam McGuan, Melissa McNeal, Eugene Meeks, Susan Meier, Booby Mikusak, Kathy Miller, Claire Murphy, Angie Mybeck, Mark Myers, Carl Myers, Janet Myslive, Jeanne 148 Juniors Mysyak, Lucy Newcombe, Kim Odom, Carol Onohan, Maryann Owen, Steve Pankowski, Sharon Paquette, Patti Pazdur, Donna Poteet, Lori Ready, Dave Richardson, Jeff Rosenberger, Don Ross, Dave Rozgony, Mike Rucinski, Kathleen Rutledge, Doona Rybecki, Renee Sako, Beth Satterfield, Dawna Scesney, Lance Sherbit, John r-’. 1 f s m ■N Juniors 149 r r l ' folk $ -LJl J 1 Tysen, Richard Vaitekunas, Tim Vandersteen, Dale Veray, Al VonAlmen, Brian Wade, Tracy Weems, Donald Wilkins, Tom Wojcicki, Nick Wojtowicz, Edward Yamada, Dave Yockey, Tina Yokovich, Diane Yoways, Joyce Zaidel, James Zajac, Diana Zerkel, Renee Zolowicz, Linda Zubak, Jim Bailey, Maureen Dazanin, Cheryl Iminger, Pam Qualls, Jamie Junior Sharon Geurts and date Sam Calabrese enjoy the splendor of the inangural Ball. 150 Juniors Junior Carol Odom stirs double double toil and trouble for the Home Ec. Thanksgiving dinner. Juniors 151 All About 152 Sophomores f £J The class of 78 duplicated its feat of last year ' s success by receiving the Spirit Trophy again this year. This was made possible by the help of their class sponsors Mrs. Leslie Keller and Mr. Robert Welte. Also lending a helping hand were class officers Lyle Dankenbring (pres.); Rich Blastic (vice pres.), Sandy Tuskan (Sec.), and Danelle Stula (teas.). The theme for the winning skit was “78 Million Dollar Gladiator , and Clark ' s Cruisin ' for a Bruisin ' was float theme. Many of the sophomores ordered their class rings from Jostens Ring Company, boasting them a step further on their way to becoming upperclassmen. For the first year many sophomores are getting a tast of high school History and Science along with their english, math, foreign languages and electives. In the fall they started planning their Jr-Sr Prom for 1977. This early planning should prove to be a very benefical producation of a great prom! Sophomores 153 Despite the bitter cold, sophomores Carol Kellar and Sandy Onia cheer their team on. Abney, Arthur Abney, Ron Adams, Bob Aldridge, Sally Anderson, Don Andis, John Andis, Kenny Andree, Sue Arnold, Jerrie Arrenholz, Alan Baker, Don Baker, Mike Basham, Rhonda Basham, Robin Bedocs, Ken Beno, Jeanne Bielat, Rose Blastic, Rich Bledsoe, Karie Blummer, Debbie Bobrowski, Dan Boldin, Lori Bolek, Cheryl Borgetti, William Brill, Martha Burns, Russell Byrd, Dale o tx • v ' XJ 1 , i ;l - „ Caine, Ben Callahan, Janet Cantwell, Cindy Chalmers, Cindy Chang, Craig Chapman, Jerry Chenault, Jim Chernek, George Cherven, Doug Chivington, Cathy Chorba, Tom Chichocki, Crystal 154 Sophomores Clark, Robbie Conrad, Teresa Cooley, Carey Cordero, Margie Craig, Nancy Cross, David Cross, Mark Cruse, Sue Cruz, Cindy Cunningham, Tim Curtis, Chris Dalton, Kathy Dankenbring, Lyle Danko, Dave Davis, Patty DeBruler, Marla Decrescenzo, Sarah Dolak, Ellen £ V t ! 4 m V 4 4 © 1 J iU! y j Cr A M ' f) L £ n i -. 4 5 Donaghey, Mary Dragoin, Tom Driscoll, Dorothy Drudge, James Duffala, Mike DuFresne, Paul Dust, Barb Dutz, Ricky Easton, Lisa Edens, Paula Edmond, Trisa Eggebrecht, Kathy Estep, Cheryl Fantin, Laura Farkas, Gail Fatheree, Bill Faulkner, Sheila Felling, Steve Feltner, Jerry Ferry, John Fink, Jodie Flores, Vicki Francis, Jeannette Friedrich, Gary Fulkerson, Twila Gadberry, Anita Galovic, Cindy Galovich, Dan Gamez, Patricia Garmon, Matt © 0 hi A fi 9 « , ? pi Sophomores 155 ■SOPHOMORE. Ganz, Michelle Gavrivos, Frank Ghormley, Brenda Gilchrist, Jim Gonzales, Cindy Gorney, Phil Grabowski, William Grabowski, Tony Graves, David Gross, Todd Hack, James Hamill, Gary Harwell, Darwin Hedrick, Jerry Helpinstine, Marcia Henry, Kathy Herkey, Bernice Hieke, Dan Hildenbrand, Randy Hilley, Roger Hoffman, Jeff Howe, Cindy Hudson, Pauline Hudson, Tom Huff, Richard Irby, Dody Isenbarger, Roger Jackson, Kathy Jagadich, Mike James, Jeff Janesko, Paul Janiga, Wendy Janik, Kerry Jerles, Linda Jones, Larry 156 Sophomore Jones, Tina Karner, David Karnes, Cathy Kartz, Steve Kazner, Dennis Kellar, Carol Kelley, Mary ft u Kemp, Eugenia Kidd, Rodd Kirk, Terry Kish, Michelle Klefeker, Chris Kleutsch, Don Klobuchar, Maryellen Knight, Lori Kocon, Ed Kolbert, Robert Kroslack, Bambi Krsak, Timmy Kugler, Gerry Lackey, Venus f) f? r a fi ft f t , (HI £ Ladd, Mark Lamb, Adam Laws, Mike Lax, Bonnie Lee, Sylvia Lessard, Joellen Limbaugh, Sharon Link, Jim Louis, Rick Love, Lynn Lozano, Gerald Lucas, Linda MacKowiak, Maryann Macnak, Dorothy n Majkowski, Mark Malloy, Debbie Martin, Steve Martinez, Fred Maury, Anita McCabe, Dawn McDaniel, Kent Q r ' r m f) $ Sophomore 157 A r Is.. f)S «fl - (T Mysliwiec, David Nagel, Greg Neubauer, Bryan Newbolds, Brenda Nicksic, Kendal Nowaczyk, Nancy O ' Drobinak, Mike Onia, Sandy Opasik, Scon Oprisko, Nikki Ostoich, John Palfi, Tony Pawlus, Kathy Pazdur, Juliane Pennington, Dan Perez, Henry Pietrzak, James Plawecki, Scott Prendergast, Mike Pyle, Judy Ragnanyi, Laura Ramirez, Sackie Ramsey, Tina Rapchak, Cyndi Rastovsky, Joe Rathburn, John Ratliff, Otto Redlarczyk, Sherry Reese, David Resetar, Jane Richter, Jenine Rippe, Jim Rodriguez, Michael Rucinski, Gregory Russell, Richard Rutledge, George Ryan, Patrica Saltanovitz, John Sandoval, Bill Saunders, Wendy Schickel, Jeanne Seiden, Patricia a n a o o § f n i r, i 0 itb Shavey, Karen Shearon, Scon Sheets, Roxanne Shurlow, Rex Sibert, Cathy Sills, Kevin Skorupa, Steven Slocum, Maureen Stewart, Jane Stoffregen, Margaret Stone, Anita Stula, Danielle Sutkowski, Dave Swafford, Tom 158 Sophomores Taking time out from her lab assignments, sophomore Julie Holt aids Mrs. Reinke in the watering of the many plants during Biology. Swisher, Catherine £ - ' j J Thrall, Ken Ut A. ' A Tidwell, Jackie A ML U • j fcj Turnpaugh,Tom Tuskan, Sandy Van, Debra Van, Diane VanBuskirk, Mike VanVynckt, Ray Webb, Debie Webster, Lynn Werra, Christine Wesley, Sandy Wheeler, Bill Whelan, Randy White, Dave Whitman, Susan Wielgos, Marty Wieming, Chris Wiley, Kim Wilkie, Robert Williams, Del Wilson, Sheryl Wise, Cindy Wolpoff, Edward Wolrpel, Bob Wood, Wanda Wright, Jeff Yeager, Thomas Yerga, Joe Zaborski, Cinny Zilai, Daniel Sophomore 159 All About . FRESHMEN Freshmen class sponsors Mr. Kenneth Retyo and Mrs. Rebecca Boa rd. The freshmen commenced their first year of high school by entering their first float in the football homecoming parade. “Over the Rainbow lies a Gavit victory was the theme of their float. The rookie high schoolers were also busy selling cashew clusters, mints, and crunch bars. The purpose of the candy sale was to raise money for future activi¬ ties such as their upcoming Jr-Sr Prom which will be held in the spring of 1978. A first for a freshmen class in the history of Gavit was the appointment of a freshmen cheerleading squad. Providing leadership for the Class of 79 were officers Harleen Craaybeck, president; Terrie Howe, vice president; Lisa Graves, secretary; and Leticia Perez, treasurer. Sponsors Mrs. Rebecca Board and Mr. Kenneth Petyo guided the learning and tot¬ tering freshmen Freshmen officers BOTTOM: Harleen Craaybeck, pres., Terrie Howe, vice president; Lisa Graves, secretary; L etricia Perez, treasurer. Freshmen 161 Adams, Bob Ahlders, Frank Aldrich, Bob Anderson, Rob Anderson, Vic Arnold, Bob Atzhorn, Ed Augustyn, Greg Bailey, Noel Baker, Joni Balch, Mike Baliga, Sue Banchich, Lisa Barnes, Chris Bauer, Beth Beck, Lisa Beckman, Barb Bell, Barbara Beverly, Sandra Bobby, Helen Boring, Bryan Q’O ' fV wkfr, ' J V « r ft’ 7 LtJ :J gn r A ' i) n ' f ■ V V 7 Ai 1 t i.B § r© ' ■ ■ ' . t U. i - Bogucki, Jim Boleh, Jim Bond, Frank Bonnell, Kim Boyer, Sandi Brack, Linda Braxton, Donna Brooks, Ronald Bragdam, Sandy Bruce, Anita Bryant, Robert Bukowski, Chris Buksar, Lori Bush, Robert Byers, John Byrd, John Campbell, James Carpenter, Howard Carlson, Sandy Carrier, Mike Carter, Ed Cave, Barb Charnekar, Marc Chandos, Vicky Chant, Michele Chapin, Patrick Chinn, Danny Clark, Patti Comei, Jackie Cordwell, Rodger Craaybeek, Karleen Craft, Bruce Cristwell, Ron Cryer, Arlene Csonka, Laura Cummings, Debbie Cummings, Greg Cummings, Jeff Davey, Tom Davis, Tony Dean, Duwana Deck, Lawrence Delaney, Robert Delano, Brian DeLaRosa, Amanda Demkovich, Marcia Devore, Kim Donnelly, Jenny Driven, Robert Drudge, John Druzbicki, Dave Duffala, Michele Dukes, Rebecca Dulsky, John Dunlap, Dave Durnham, Michelle Eddlemon, Glenda Estep, Debbie Fannin, Kellie Fantin, Glory Fatheree, Larry Feree, Maureen Ferry, Paul Flagg, Rickie Flener, Lori Flanagin, Colleen Fogarty, Maureen Flute, Janet Gadberry, Pam Gamez, Lorraine Garcia, Marcia Gavrilos, Stephanie Giannini, Terry Girski, Katherine Godbolt, Doug Goggins, Pam Gonzales, Carmen Freshmen 163 Cod bolt, Doug Good, Bret Gorski, Lori Graboswki, Anne Graves, Lisa Graves, Tony Grubbs, Curtis Ham, Tina Hamilton, Deanna Harrelb, Jeff Hartman, Greg Hasty, Carol Hasty, Cheryl Hatfield, Ken Havlin, Betsy Havlin, Chris Hayden, Michael Hayne, Grant Headrick, Teresa Hendershot, Lynn Henry, Keith A Hensley, Scott Herbst, Lori Hildenbrand, Michelle Hobbs, Mary Holt, Susan Hoole, Val Howard, Carol Howe, Terri Hryb, Emily Huntington, Denise Hussey, Peggy Jackson, Donna Janiga, Mark Jeneske, Don Jerierski, Don Johnson, Barbara Johnson, Becky Johnson, Eldon Johnson, Randi Jones, Candy Jones, Roesmary Juratich, Mark Jurgens, Kenneth Karagish, Susan Karnes, Sherri Kayes, Barbara Keir, Eileen Kelley, Rodney Kikalos, Nick Kitchens, Virginia Kleutsch, Susan Knop, Cindy Koch, Karl Kocon, Bob Kosanovich, Jody 164 Freshmen Freshman Julie lagneau discusses her schedule with counselor Mr. McLean. Knight, Cathy Knight, Ronnie Krammin, Diane Kucsera, Larry Lach, Steve Lagneau, Juliette Lamb, Lason Lamb, Robert Latham, Jim Lee, Mark Lee, Roma Lenz, Robert Lewis, Gary Lewis, Paul Levin, Michelle tiil J Lipman, David Lucas, Carol Lucka, Alan Lynn, Laura Mahoney, Barb Majkowski, Dawn Malacina, Michele Malerich, George Mann, Vic Mardis, Marilyann Marsh, David Martin, Robert Maury, Karen McCabe, Laura McCarroll, Don McCarty, Jan Michelin, Greg Mihalko, Gwen Miklusak, Jeff Milanovic, Zoran Mi lobar, Jayne Milosavijevic, Kathy Minard, Dennis Minton, Wanda Mista, Larry Moore, Beth Moore, Dawn Moore, Rich Mudroncik, Mike Mullenix, Rocky Murphy, Tony Mybeck, Marcia Myers, James Myslive, Laura Myszak, Jean _ , i- : ME la L Freshmen 165 Nichols, George Novothey, Janice Odom, Robert O ' Janovac, Sharon Orzechowics, Jerry O ' Stapchuk, Joey Palmer, Patty Parsley, Ken Patterson, Terri Penczak, Michelle Perez, Letty Perkins, Jerry Perrin, Donna Peruts, Linda Peterman, Sheral Petro, Phil Phelphs, Ruth Philips, Robert Pittman, Steve Poor, Donna Poracky, Beth Porter, Brian Powers, Eugene Proffitt, Dana Puchley, Theresa Pyle, Linda Rada, Agnes Reed, Heidi Resunenko, Katherine Rindocks, Brian Robinson, Sharon Robinson, Terri Rodriques, Gladys Rogala, Jim Rumsey, Albert Russell, Steve Rutherford, Bill Rytel, Liz Sajdyk, Lillian Salmon, Kathy Sanders, Sue Satterfield, Doug Saunders, Termy Scazawa, Joe Scheioe, Maris Schwebert, Scott Scott, Outler Scott, Renee Scott, Tim Shike, Dana Shorlow, Jeff Shryock, Betsy Shultz, Rick Sieber, Tammi Simms, Debby 166 Freshmen Skralsky, Arlene Slayton, Vicki Smaron, Carol Smith, James Smith, Jeff Sommers, Mark Spak, Judy Speelman, Roy Stamura, Dan Stephens, Barbie Stephens, Bill Stevens, Cerri Stivers, Thomas Stoffregen, Mary J i , 5 Vs ,c i ft ¥ • i © 1 , p ft n a ,k v f, u m fhi. a P f 0 9; A W. 0 A : .7 • ft ' f an lPIjC i .X) Lt . ;A i 1 A ' — i ' Stone, Darrell Stula, Donna Szalony, Ed Szilagy, Joe Tackett, John Tackeh, lorrie Templeton, Teri Thomas, Nancy Thompson, Debbie Thornsberry, Jeff Thrall, Randy Towey, Erlinda Tite, John Townes, Mike Tokin, Cathy Towry, Linda Tozer, Rose Tucker, Paticicia Turner, Catherine Vaitekvnas, Jeff Vanover, Bill Vargo, Bob Vert, Angel Vrehas, John Wendlinger, Jim Wester, Keith White, Carolyn Wielgos, Jim Williams, Dave Williams, Merryann Williams, Tom Wilkie, Jim Wilson, Debbie Woerpel, Dave Wolt, Pat Wotkum, Ruth Yamada, Jeff Zacny, Kathleen Zaikis, Mike Zajac, Joanna Zasada, Dennis Zerkel, Tom : f ri: e r J i i i n i hi ■ML-. Xi Freshmen 167 All About The Futura staff of Donald E. Gavit High School wish to thank all of our advertisers for their support and cooperation. Without their help, we would have never been able to pro¬ duce this comprehensive 1976 yearbook. We urge all stu¬ dents of Donald E. Gavit High School to utilize the pro¬ ducts, services, and companies advertising in this sec¬ tion. They have supported us with their confidence; let ' s support them with our patronage. 168 Advertising ADVERTISING Advertising 169 No. 1 in Convenience and Fast Service Woodmar Delock ' s 6914 Indianapolis Blvd. Open 365 days a year caR, Muffler Shops 7249 Indianapolis Blvd. Hammond, Indiana 46324 Christenson Chevrolet Inc. 9700 Indianapolis Blvd. Highland, Indiana Mike Dillion, Wendy Barrell, Jeff Federoff Calumet Cycle Sales 6817 Calumet Ave. Hammond, Indiana 170 Advertising Compliments of Security Federal Savings and Loan Association Five convenient offices to serve you East Chicago Highland Indiana Harbor St.John Lowell Fred Ferrini, President High School is a waste of time ... . . . unless you find a job that turns you on and makes good use of your education. Inland Steel wants only people who want to use everything they’ve learned in high school—and strongly desire to grow person¬ ally and in their chosen field. Inland’s future growth depends on the creativity and productivity of its people. If you want a really challenging opportunity to contribute-with the rewards and responsibil¬ ities that go with it-Inland wants to talk to you. INLAND STEEL COMPANY We need action-seeking graduates for opportunities in clerical . . . production . . . technical . . . and craft apprenticeship areas. Think it over. If you have high aspirations and a good high school record, take time to find out about a career with us. See: Your School Counselor or Employment Representatives of Inland’s Personnel Department Indiana Harbor Work - 3210 Watling Str t East Chicago, Indiana An equal opportunity employer elnhorns own (2ountzy Womsn i Z X ' :. Mr. Norman Banas, Mr. Lawrence Kocal Goodnight Real Estate Inc. 116 W. Lincoln Highway Schererville, Indiana Advertising 172 Jerseymaid IceCream 4641 Hohman Ave. Hammond, Indiana jjk Stern ' s Woodmar Hardware 7025 Indianapolis Blvd. Hammond, Indiana Lake County Glass 2311 165th Street Hammond, Indiana YMCA of the Hammond Area 7322 Southeastern Ave. Hammond, Indiana HAMMOND CYCLE . KROME PJ-ATING „ 1 Carol Herkey, Andy Herkey, Bob Reynolds Almira ' s Pastry Shop Sibley and Maywood Hammond, Indiana WE2-1922 Susan Ceurts, Sharon Ceurts Hammond Cycle Sales 7449 Calumet Ave. Hammond, Indiana Advertising 173 Joe Hirsch ... Presenting the ultimate in Contemporary Fashion Woodmar Center — Downtown Hammond 174 Advertising CALUMET NATIONAL BANK 6603 Columbia Ave. HAMMOND, IND. 931-6670 MERCANTILE NATIONAL BANK Of Indiana 7250 Indianapolis Blvd. Colleen Courtney, Elaine Connell. Selling Real Estate is our Business Hallmark Realty Co. 2221 169th Street 844-0581 5 Michelle Kish, Harry Kish Mr. Steak 378 6525 Indianapolis Blvd. Hammond, Ind. Jamie Qualls, Diane Thorpe 176 Advertising ARBY ' S A Sandwich to fit your size 7343 Indianapolis Blvd. Hammond, Indiana 845-0700 Maggie Cordero, Colleen Courtney, Luann Fatheree Advertising 177 178 Advertising SHUTKO ' S Auto Service Best in Automotive Repairs Michelle Kish, Cindy Cantwell, lamie Qualls RIBORDY DRUGS 2633 169th ST. HAMMOND, IN 845-6500 WOODMAR JEWELERS 7012 INDIANAPOLIS BLVD. HAMMOND, IN TI4-5618 Michelle Ganz, Karen Maury Patti Clark, Laura Myslive Advertising 179 Ted Wahlberg, photographer, is pictured with the staff to emphasize the vital link between photographer and finisher when producing high-quality portraiture — a tradition at Wahlberg Studio since 1926. Pictured is the processing room at D N J Professional Color laboratories, Crown Point, Indiana, one of the larges labs in the U.S. This lab was used by NASA to produce some of the famous moon pic- Award Winning Photography ♦Senior Portraits ♦Wedding Stories ♦Children ' s Pictures ♦Family Groups Phone: 374-5454 Wahlberg Studio 7315 Lake Shore Drive Cedar Lake, Indiana 46303 Local People Serving Local People Because We CARE!! 180 Advertising Advertising 181 Stern ' s Woodmar Hardware 7025 Indianapolis Blvd. Hammond, Indiana Cunningham Realty 1739 Ridge Road Munster, Indiana Chuck Anderson, Andy Herkey A.P. Davis Sports 4532 Indianapolis Blvd. Hammond, Indiana 2739 HIGHWAY AVENUE • HIGHLAND, INDIANA Phone 838-3100 Every Child Needs You (PTSA) 182 Advertising Big Wheel Restaurant 7430 Indianapolis Blvd Hammond, Indiana 46324 Maruszczak Sausage, LTD., INC. 1131-169th Street Hammond, Indiana PHYSICIANS PHARMACY 7246 Columbia Avenue Hammond, Indiana 46324 30 Douglas Street Hammond, Indiana 116 R idge Road Munster, Indiana SUPPORT YOUR YEARBOOK ADVERTISERS TERPSTRA ' S SALES SERVICE INC. 1235 E. Glen Park Griffith, Indiana Kurt Brown, Don Anderson 184 Advertising Kathy Bonnell, Rick Hines LEWIN ' S DRESSES TRESSES 704 West Chicago, Ave. HAMMOND, INDIANA Sorry, but this dance is taken! ' Happy Days are here again! One giant leap for 186 Advertising T— Bodie ' s Photographers, Bob Hollingsworth and Harry Dudzik. YEARBOOK EDITOR; Kym Ganz 1976 Futura Staff YEARBOOK STAFF: BOTTOM ROW. Michelle Kish, Cathy Opasik, Mr. Donald Kopenec (Advisor), Mary Opasik, Cindy Cantwell, Pam Bednar, Laura Kohut. TOP ROW. Melissa McGuan, Joy Juscik, Elaine Stephens, Nancy Hoffman, Kym Ganz (Editor), Wendy Carle, Sheila Faulkner, Yvonne Hemphill, Diane Thorpe, Jamie Qualls. •Hey, stud! •Where ' s the copy key? •Get to work!! •Who stole my pen? 17 pages to go. •Anyone want something from the bake sale? •Do you have your pass? •Yeah, I can stay after again. •Nancy, shut up! •Where ' s Cathy O? •Everything ' s in, except — •Anyone need to call home? •I need some pictures! •Wow! McDonald ' s again. •I think everything ' s in, except — •Sheila, you ' re so dumb! •All right, who has my layout? •Help me, Kym. •Proofs are in! •These typewriters don ' t work. •You ' re so fun to tease, Melissa. % c$@ MAGIC MARGINS! •My copy ' s too short. •Who ' s supposed to do index? •Everything ' s in now, exc ept — except — By jove, I think we ' ve done it! Staff 187 UNDERCLASS CO-EDITORS — Michelle Kish and Laura Kohut. ORGANIZATIONS CO-EDITORS — Sheila Faulkner, Cathy Opasik 188 Staff SPORTS CO-EDITORS — Nancy Hoffman and Elaine Stephens checks preliminary lay-outs for internal margins. Wendy Carle. Staff 189 ADVERTISEMENT CO-EDITORS — Yvonne Hemphill and Jamie Qualls. Ay come on get serious is a much used phrase by Futura Editor Kym Canz. Donald E. Gavit — A man of many talents Donald E. Gavit was a man of many talents. Beginning with his po¬ sition as Business Manager of the Hammond Public Schools, Gavit de¬ voted 39 years of public service to the city of Hammond. Before 1936, Gavit was employed in various other positions in which he worked to his fullest capacity. His energetic ap¬ proach to any job, honesty, and in¬ tegrity earned him the respect of all those who knew him. Born in Saginaw, Michigan, on June 25, 1895, Gavit then moved to Hammond in 1900, where he lived for the rest of his life. In 1934, after several jobs and for¬ mal education, Gavit was appointed Business Manager of the Hammond Public Schools. It was during the next 35 years in this position that Gavit was said to have contributed the most to the city of Hammond. Also at that time, the newly con¬ structed school, now Gavit Jr-Sr High School, was dedicated to him. On Tuesday, November 25, 1975, Donald E. Gavit died at the age of 80. Having been a devoted and dedi¬ cated friend of Gavit School, he par¬ ticipated in and attended many school activities. His many contribu¬ tions to the city of Hammond will long be remembered. On route to another hectic day of business as City Controller, Donald E. Gavit made his routine morning rounds through City Hall. During the time he was City Controller at City Hall, Mr. Gavit was called upon many times to discuss business matters with the mayor and his many associates. Having taken out time from his busy schedule as Business Manager of the Hammond Public Schools, Mr. Gavit enjoyed hunting. One of many solemn occasions for Mr. Gavit was the patriotic presentation of an American flag flown in Korea to two local servicemen who had received honors for their service in the Korean War. 190 Memorial Abney, Arthur —154 Abney, Ron —154 ABRECO, MR. JAVIER —107,33 ACARBULUT, MRS. CARALA — 22 Adams, Bob —154,162 Ahlders, Frank —162 Alb, David —146 ALBERT, MR. BRENT —197 Aldrich, Robert —162 Aldridge, Sally — 52, 72,97,154 Ally, Robin-47,118 Almada, John —9,146 Amick, Ann — 43,97,118,142 Amick, Greegg — 96 Anderson, Chuck — 52,53,91,146,170,176, 182 Anderson, Donald — 49,154,184 Anderson, Donna — 57 Anderson, Janice —118 Anderson, Karen — 58,90,146 Anderson, Robert —162 Andersen, Victor — 3,103,113,162 Andis, John —154 Andis, Kenny —154 Andree, Susan — 58,154 Andres, Sherri —15 Archie, Michael — 44,118 ARMINTROUT, MISS JOANNE - 36 Arnold, Cindy — 49 Arnold, Jerrie —154 Arrenholz, Alan — 27,154 Ashlock, Debra — 9,47,146 Atzhorn, Carol — 47 Atzhorn, Edward —162 Augustyn, Greg —162,143 Augustyn, Kevin — 9,10,11,42,43,47, 50, 54, 55,65,67,68,69,70,72,118,141 Ayala, Robert — 146,106 Bachmann, John — 88 Bailey, Maureen —151 Bailey, Noel —162 Bajuz, Tim —83 Baker, Donald —154,76 Baker, Joni —74,162 Baker, Mike-154 Balch, Michael —162 Baliga, Susan —162 Ballon, Jeffrey —146 BALLOU, MR. BUD-31,103 Ballou, Susan — 47,146 BANAS, MR. NORMAN - 26,172 Banchich, Lisa —162 Banvard, Navy —118 Barnes, Christopher —162 Barrell, Wendy — 47,146 Barrerra, Nora — 146 Basham, Rhonda —154 Basham, Robin —47, 55,154 Batchelor, Mark — 43,118,106 Bauer, Beth — 162 Bauer, Russell —118 Beardsley, Mark — 91 Beck, Lisa - 49,160,162,163 Beck, Patty — 8,11,49,65,146,76 Beck, Terry — 6 Becker, Cheryl -11,43,47, 54, 59 Beckman, Barbara —162 Beckman, Evelyn —118 Bednar, Pamela —146 Bedocs, Andrew — 154 Bedocs, Kenneth —154 Bell, Barbara — 47,162,183 BELL, MRS. LOIS — 83 Bell, Tamala —49, 57 Benirschke, Chuck - 91,101,102,146,106 Benirschke, Peggy — 47,118,76 Benko, Gayle Bennett, Anthony —146 Beno, Jeanne 47,118,119,115 Berkley, Dorinda —119 Betstak, Jeffrey —119 Beverly, Glen — 146,106 Beverly, Sandra — 52,162 Biancardi, Patti - 44, 58,97,98,146, 76,147, 198,199,77 Biancardi, Paula — 97,99,108 Biancardi, Robert — 8,44,101,119,76 Biederstadt, Maris — 51,119 Bielat, Rose - 45, 55, 56, 59,62,154 Bigelow, Ronald BLACK, MISS ZELDA-35 BLAINE, MISS ALISON —16 Blair, Janet Elastic, Richard - , 93,101,102,107,153, 154 Bledsoe, Karie — 9, 41, 4 1. 45, 55,154 Blummer, Debra — 45, 86,154 BOARD, MRS. REBECCA -14,161 Bobby, Helen -162 BOBOWSKI, MR. STANLEY J. — 25 Bocian, Tom —119 Bodnar, Karen — 45, 146 Boldin, Lori — 67, 57,90,154 Bolek, Cheryl -154 Bolek, James--162 Bond, Frank — % Bonnell, Katherine — 49,69,74, 62 Bonnell, Kimberly —162 Bonnell, Ronald - 92,119,76,110, 111 Borgetti, l nda — 46, 52,97,119 Borgetti. William — 104 Boring, Bryan — 103,162 Borrowski, Dan — 107,154 Bosley, Nancy — 146 Boyer, Sandra -162 Boyer, Susanne - 44,49, 58,97,98,108,146, 147, 77 Brach, Joseph — 42, 47,146 Brach, Walter — 42, 43, 50,66,119 Brack, Linda — 97,162 Braxton, Donna —11, 50,162 BRAUER.MR. ERWIN - 26 Brill, Martha —156 Brock, Paul — 87 Brock, Michael —146 Brooks, Ronald — 56,162 Brothers, Kathryn Brown, Kurt - 57,72,88,142,184 Bruce, Anita — 57,162 BRUSH, MR. PAUL — 22,101 Bryant, Robert —162 Budrean, Michael —120 Budrean, Timothy — 89,120 Bukowski, Chris —103,113,16 . Buksar, Lori — 49,97,162 Bunde, Edward —120 ffw . ' j Bunn, Nancy —146 Burdeau, William — 44,91, C, 120,76,110, Burdyl, John - 74,101,102,113,146 Burns, James —146 Burns, Janene —120 Burns, Russell —154 Bush, Robert-103,162,107 Byers, Christina — 120,143 Byers, John —162 Byrd, Dale -154 Byrd, John —162 Callahan, Janet —154 Callahan, Margaret — 45,86,105,146 Callahan, Mike — 88 Camp, Linda — 19,46, 53,61,73,120 Campbell. James —162 Campbell, Waynetta — 47 Canale, Ralph - 44,91,100,101,120 Cantrall, Terry —113 _ __ ,, Cantwell, Cindy — 42,45, 54,55, 57, 59,67, 154,169,179,187,188 Cardwell, Roger — 113,163 CARLE, DR. WAYNE-83 Carle, Wendy - 4,6, 33,42,43,44,108,45, 60, 61,75,97, 98, 120,187,199,143,159,140, 141,142 Carlson, Sandra —162 Carman, Jamie — 57,61,146,175 Carpenter, Brad —146 Carpenter, Howard —162 Carrier, Mike-50,103,162 Carter, April —12, 42,43, 47, 53, 54,55,146 Carter, Eadie —162 Carter, Lorraine —120 __ Cataldi, Mary Anne — 47, 58,97,99,146,77, 108 Cave, Barbara — 52,163,80 Chalmers, Cynthia — 75,154 Chandos, Vicky —163 Chang, Craig —154 Chant, Denise —146 Chant, James —120 Chant, Michele —163 Chapin, Patrick — 50,163 Chapman, Gerald —154 Chapman, Lisa — 57,74,120 Charnekar, Marc —163 Chenault, James — 91,101,102,154 Chernek, Cindy —120 Chernek, George — 50,154 Cherven, Doug —154 Chesser, Ricky —146 Chiaro, Donald — 89 Chinn, Danny —113,163 CHINTIS, MR. THOMAS — 31 Chivington, Cathleen — 57,154 Chivihgton, Cheryl — 43, 50,120 Chorba, Thomas —154 Cichocki, Crystal —154 Cichocki, Gary —120 Clark, Alan — 82 Clark, Patti-42,97,163,179 Clark, Robert E. - 31,100,101,155 Clark, Robert M. - 44,113 Clark, Susan - 42, 44, 58, 94,97,145,146,149 Cl ARK, MR. THOMAS-19,73 CLAUSEN, MR. RICHARD — 4, 27,47,61,26 Clifton, Mary Kay —146 CLINTON, MISS DIANE E. - 29 Cobb, Janet — 47 Coff, Michael -146 Coleman, Rhonda Comer, Jackie — 52,163 CONCIALDI, MISS MARY — 31 CONGREVE, MR. WILLIAM - 36 Connell, Elanie — 41,43,46,120,176 Conred,Teresa — 47,52,155 Colley, Carey —155 Cooley, Mark -11, 44,64,92,121,110, 111 Cooley, Richard —146 Coleman, Rhonda Cordero, Magdalena —11,41,42,47, 57, 58, 59,97,121 Cordero, Margie — 9,42, 55,155,108 Core, James S. —121 CORNELL, MRS. RITA - 28,197 Courtney, Colleen — 47,121,176 Courtney, Jean — 49, 52,146 Craft, Bruce -103,163 Craft, Patricia— 146 Crasybeek, Karleen — 52, 58,161,163 Craig, Nancy — 45,97,155 Cristwell, Mike — 121 Cristwell, Ronald —163 Cross, David —155 Cross, Dayna — 58,105,146 Cross, Mark —115,155 Crowley, Marilyn — 61,121 Cruse, Sue — 49,155 Cruz, Cindy —155 Cryer, Anette —163 Csonka, Chris — 115,146 Csonka, Laura — 59, 97,105,163 Cubit, Kathleen—97,121 Cummings, Debra —163 Cummings, Gregory —163 Cummings, Jeffrey — 50,163 Cunningham, Tim — 93,101,102,113,155 Curtis, Christopher —155 Curtis, Gary - 53,92,93,101,146,107 Czerwinski, Don —121 Dalton, Chris — 95 Dalton, Kathy —155 Dalton, Kevin —101,121 Dankenbring, Lyle - 91,113,153,155,110 Danko, David — 31,101,155 Davey, Thomas - • 163 DARONATSY, MR. ARAM —16 Davidson, William — 75,121 Davis, Danny —146 Davis, Debra —47,121 Davis, Mike —121 Davis, Patricia — 52,155 Davis, Tony —113 DeLaRosa, Amanda —163 Dean, Dennis — 47,146 Dean, Dwanna —163 DeBoer, Jeannie — 52 . DeBrulet, Greg — 44,100,101, 111, 113,146 DeBruler, Marla — 9,41, 53,55, 56, 59,155 Deck, Lawrence —163 Decrescenso, Sarah —155 Delaney, Robert —163 Delano, Brain —163 Index 191 DELGRECO, MR. MARSHALL — 25 Demas, Debra — 47,146 Demkovich, )ack — 70,71 Demkovich, Marcia — 59, 97,163 Denning, Joan —122 DESLER, MRS. BETSY — 28, 49 Devore, Kimberly — 5,97,163 Devore, Larry — 72,121,122,114,115 Dillon, Mike — 88,101,122,170 Dolak, Christine — 90, 97,146, 77,108 Dolak, Ellen—97,155 Donaghey, Mary— 45, 58,155 Donnelly, Laura Dorge, Gerlinde — 47,122 Dorsey, Pamela — 6, 43, 44, 58,97,98,108,122, 142 Douthett, Kevin — 52, 53, 55, 58,143 Douville, Kevin —122 Dragoin, Tom —155 Driscoll, Christina — 122 Driscoll, Dorothy —155 Driver, Robert — 103,163 Drudge, John —155,163 Druzaicki, David —163 Duffala, David — 47, 91,95,122 Duffala, Michael —155 Duffala, Michele — 97,99,163 Dufresna, Paul —155,107 Dufresne, James — 122 Dukes, Rebecca —163 Dulsky, John — 163 Dunlap, David —103,163,107 Dunlap, Vanghan — 91,122,106 Durham, Michelle — 57,163 Dust, Barbara — 155,188 Dust, Bruce — 122 Dutz, Annette — 146 Dutz, Dale - 146 Dutz, Richard —91,155 DYCUS. MISS BOBBI Dykiel, Nancy —122 Easton, Lisa — 52, 58,97,155 ECKARD, MR. CARY — 15 Eddleman, Glenda — 44,163 Edens, Paula —47,155 Edens, James —122 Edmond, Trisa —49,155 Egeebrecht, Kathy — 55, 57, 58,155 Eldridge, Pam —122 Engle, Mary-146 Erb, Michael—57,123 ESCALANTE, MRS. BOBBIE — 34 Esgate, John — 44, 74,114,115,123,142 ESTEP, MRS. SANDY - 57,155 Estep, Cheryl —163 Estep, Deborah — 32, 44,94 EVETT,MRS. JEAN—19 Falk, Daniel — 52, 53,91, 96,146 Fannin, Kelly-163 Fantin, Glory-97,163 Fantin, Laura — 9, 53,155 Farkas, Cindy - 42, 58, 59, 60, 61, 70, 97,145, 146,149,155 Farkas, Gail — 42, 58,97 Farmer, Pamela — 42,47, 59,132 Fatheree, Leawrence — 103,163 Fatheree, Luann —11,42, 58, 59,97,116,123, 108 Fatheree, William — 101,102,155,101,107 Faulkner, Sheila — 50,155,187,188 FEDDELER, MISS CARYLE — 29 Federoff, Jeff — 91,123,116 Feltner, Jerry —155 Felling, Ladena — 41,42, 53,123 Felling, Stephen —155 Ferguson, Carman — 63,123 Ferguson, Randy —147 Ferguson, Timothy —123 Feree, Jeffery —123 Ferree, Maureen — 11, 50,163 Ferris, Mary — 44, 58, 97,98,99,147,77,108 Ferris, Nicky —123 Ferry, J ohn —155 Ferry, Paul —163 Fiala, Candyee — 41, 58, 59,123 FILAS, MISS CECILIA —25 Fink, Jodie —42, 44, 97,155 FITZGERALD, MISS MARGANET —14 Fivecoat, Danny — 66,124 Flagg, Dean — 110,101,102,147,107 Flagg, Rickie —163 Flanagin, Colleen — 57 Flanagin, Sheri — 147,163 Flener, Lori — 45, 52, 56, 59,163 Flint, Maura —147 Flores, Leroy —124 Flores, Vicki —51,155 Fogarty, Claudia —147 Fogarty, Maureen —163 Fogarty, Teresa — 46,124 Foster, Linda —19,46, 53, 54,124 Francis, Jeannatte — 97,155 FRANEY, MRS. SHILEY —15 Franklin, Maverick —124 Frederick, Bill —113 Friedrich, Gary — 113,155 Frye, Cynthia — 51,147 Frye, Dorene — 11, 40,42, 43,124, 64,143 Frye, Lorene — 11,40,43, 64,86, 97,105,124, 117, 76 Frye, Mark — 53,147 Fulkerson, Twila —101 Fullgraf, Jim —57,155,107 Fulte, Janet — 45,163 Furman, Susan — 124,143 Gadberry, Anita — 155 Gadberry, Pamela — 49,163 Gale, Kimberly -147 Gallager, Dale —124 Galovic, Cindy —40,155 Galovich, Danny —155 Galovich, Nick —147 Gamez, Lorranine — 79 Gamez, Patricia — 97,155 Gamez, Thereas —124 Ganz, Kimberly — 43,124,187,189 Ganz, Michelle — 179,156 Garcia, Carol — 18 Garcia, Dora — 47,124 Garcia, Maria — 51 Garica, Ray — 47 Gargano, Laura —147 . 5 Garmon, Matt —54,55,155 Gavrilos, Andrew — 6, 8, 43, 44, 88,106,124, HfiL 117 Gavrilos, Frank — 42,45,88,156,196,106 Gavrilos, Stephanie — 47,124,141 Gearv, Laura — 86 Gederain, Barb — 5 George, Dale —82 Gerber, Mark —44,124 Guerts, Sharon — 40, 44, 59, 94, 97, 86,105, 147,173 Guerts, Susan — 40, 44,10, 59,94,97,86,105, 147,173 j Ghormley, Brenda —156 Ghormley, Dennis —125 GILBERTSON, MR. R.A. — 18 Gilchrist, Jams—156 Girski, Katherine Glad, Kris — 59,125 Gleason, Gary— 125 Gluth, Sharon — 53, 58,46, 73,125,183 God bolt, Doug —164 God bolt, Wayne — 125 Goggans, Cheryl —125 Gonzales, Carmen — 5,40, 97 Gonzales, Cynthia — 42, 53, 56, 97,156 Gonzales, Mark — 52,125 Good, Brett —164 Coral, Sigmunt —55 Gorney, Phil — 22,91,101,102,156,107 Gorski, Lorelei — 97,99 Gough, Debra — 47,147 Grabowski, Anne —164 Grabowski, Anthony — 156,196,107 Grabowski, Christine — 42,125 Grabowski, William — 156,101 Graczyk, Cindy — 83 Graczyk, Jim — 44,114,115,147 Grass, Pam — 20,47,125 Graves, David —156 Graves, Lisa — 52, 58, 97,161,164 Graves, Tony —164 Gray, Robin — 41, 44, 53, 59, 86, 97,105,147 Green, Larry —11,88,101,102,147,196 Greenya, Mary Greer, Donald — 1 Grillion, Patti — 153,147 Gross, Todd —156 Grubbs, Curtis-27,164 Guevaro, Eusevio — 61,147 GUIDEN, MR. JOHN —36 Gulasy, Deborah — 43, 53, 73,125,199,143 Gurski, Diane — 41, 59, 86, 97,105,147 Hack, James —156 Hall, Pauline —147 Ham, Tina —42, 72,164 Hamill, Gary —156 Hamilton, Deanna — 164 Hammond, Patti — 47,147 Hammond, William —126 HANNING, MRS. CHERYL — 23,43,105 Harreid, Jeff —114,164 Harrigan, Heather - 10, 41,42, 55, 70, 74,147 Hartman, Gergory —164 Hartman, Alex — 47, 53, 54, 55,147 Harvey, Gerri —147 Harwell, Darwin —156 Harwell, Willa —55,147 Hasty, Cherly —164 Hatfield, Kenny —164 Havlin, Beddie — 57,164 Havlin, Chris — 103,164 Havlin, Julie —126 Havlin, Robin —126 Hayden, Michel — 164,106 HAYES, MRS. BARBARA — 17 Hayne, Grant — 95,164 Headrick, Norman — 9, 42,47, 54, 55,61,147, B0 Headrick, Terese —164 Headrick, Jerome v-156 Helpingstine, Marcia — 57,156 Hemphill, Yvonne — 126,187,189 Hendershot, Lynn — 97,105,164 Henry, Kathy —156 Henry, Keith —55,164 Hensley, Scott —164 Herbst, Glenn — 46 Herbst, Lori — 97,164 Herbst, Valerie —126 Herbst, Violet —147 Herkey, Andrew —126,170,173,182 Herkey, Bernice — 59,86, 97,105,156 Herkey, Carol - 58, 59, 94, 97,105,147,173 Hieke, Dan —156 Hieke, Elizabeth —43,47,126,142 Hildenbrand, Michael — 45 Hildenbrand, Michelle —164 Hildenbrand, Nancee —126 Hildenbrand, Randall —156 Hill, Bernadette — 147 Hill, Diane — 53, 90,147 Hill, Pamela-47, 147 Hilley, Roger-156 Hines, Rick — 147 Hobbs, Mary — 164 Hoffman, Jeff — 156 Hoffmann, Nancy — 6,11,44, 64, 66, 67,86, 90, 97,105,126,187,196,142,159 Hoffmann, Jeri — 94 Hoffman, Richard —156 Hoffmann, William — 5,47, 53, 58,197 Hoinacki, Steve — 156,110 Holeman, Rick — 53 Hollis, David—91,156 Hollis, Jack — 126,142 Holt, Julie — 9,42,55, 59,156 Holt, Susan — 59,164 Homrick, David —156 Hook, Mary —51 Hook, Matthew —126 Hoole, Valerie —164 Horar, Diana — 45, 57,126 Hovat, Debra —97,156 Horvat, John —156 Hosmer, Martha —156 Howe, Cindy — 9 Howe, Terri — 57,97,161,164 Howald, Debra —156 Howard, Carol — 97,164 Hryd, Emily — 164 Hudnall, Robert — 56 Hudson, Pauline — 47,156 Hudson, Thomas —156 Huff, Richard —156 Hufnagel, Lori — 11, 42,43,47, 49, 54, 55, 57, 60, 68,147,170,175 Hufnagel, Linda — 47 Humerickhouse, Laura —147 Humphrey, leff —142 HUNT, MR. MARTIN —33,45 Hunter, Michael Huntington, Denise — 72,164 Hurley, Arlene —147 Hussey, Christine — 97,126 Hussey, Peggy —164 Ihnat, Lori —42, 55,126 Ince, Dorothy —127 Ingram, William —127 Irby. Dody - 97,98,156,176 Irminger, Pamela —151 Isenbergar, Roger —156 Jackson, Beatryce — 41, 47 Jackson, Donna — 55,164 Jackson, Kathy — 156 Jackson, Mike — 47, 50,146 Jackson, Rebecca — 148 Jackson, Ronald — 148 Jacobson, Martin — 10, 42,44, 52, 53,67,70, 88,115,127,142,141 Jagadich, Michael —156 James, Jeffrey —156 Jamrose, Catnleen —148 janeczko, Kenneth — 67,127, 53, 54, 55 Jankowski, Karen —12,21, 45, 56,148 Janiga, Bridget —127 Janiga, John — 114,115,127 Janiga, Mark — 45,164 Janiga, Wendy —156 Janik, Kerry —156 Janszko, Paul —156 jeneske, Donald — 113,164 Jerles, Linda —156 Jett, Debra — 26, 58 Jezierski, Donald —164 Jezierski, Peggy JOHNS, MR. ROBERT — 23 Johnson, Barbara — 56, 58, 59,164 Johnson, Denise —127 Johnson, Dwayne — 61 Johnson, Eldon —164 Johnson, Jerome — 74,101,102,148,107 Johnson, Mary — 10, 40, 44, 58,97, 98, 77,108, 147,148 Johnson, Randi —164 Johnson, Rebecca — 97,164 Johnson, Rhondi —10,99 JOHNSON, MRS. VELLA — 20,117 Jones, Candy — 97,164 Jones, Debra — 47, 50,127 Jones, Larry — 45,156 Jones, Rosemary — 49,164 Jones, Terri — 47,127 Juranovich, John — 11,65,92,93,95,127,1% Juratich, David —148 Juratich, Mark —164 Jurgens, Kenneth —164 Jurich, Danny — 42,148 Jurich, Milan — 9,46, 52 Juscik, Joy — 43,45, 58,97,127,187,188 Kaleta, Sharon — 97,126,127 Karagish, Susan —164 Karnafel, Kathleen - 33,49, 52,148 Karner, David —157 Karnes, Cathy— 45, 52 Karnes, Sherri — 52,164 Kartz, Michael — 128 Kartz, Stephen —157 Kasenga, Chris-93,101,128 Kayes, Barbara — 52,164 Kayes, Sharon — 19,49, 53,128 Kaytar, Andrea —128 Kazmer, Dennis —157 Kearney, Colleen — 50,148 Keilman, Denise —148 Keir, Eileen — 164 Keir, Mary - 19,41, 53, 58,66,73,128,142 Kellar, Carol - 41, 55, 59,154,157 KELLER, MRS. LESLIE — 33,45,153 KEI LY, MISS MARGARET — 4, 32, 98,147,77,108 Kelley, Mary— 157 Kelley, Rodney —164 Kelley, Ronald — 148 Kellison, Ronnie —148 Kemp, Eugina —157 Kessler, Fred — 82 Kidd, Roderick —157 Kiest, Terence —128 Kikalos. Mary—97,148 Kikalos, Nick-113,164 King, Debbie—128 Kirk, Mickie - 148 Kirk, Terri —157 Kish, Joe —52, 54, 55, 56,128 Kish, Michelle - 41, 53, 55,59,67,157,176, 179,187,188 Kitchens, Virginia — 164 Klapkowski, Anthony — 44,88,101,102 Klebs, Kevin I Klefeker, Alex —114,115?. Klefeker, Christopher — 91,101,128,106 Klefeker, Maurice — 88 Kleutsch, Dan —157 Kleutsch, Susan — 51,164 Klisiak, Deborah —148 Klisurich, George - 44,101,102,148 Klobuchar, Debra - 42, 53,73,128 Klobuchar, Mary Ellen — 55,97,157 Kmiec, Mary —148 Knight, Cathrine — 51,165 Knight, Lori-47, 58,59,157 Knight, Ronnie —165 Knop, Cindy — 59,164 Knutson, Kevin — 92,128,110, 111 KOBE, MR. MICHAEL —23 KOCAL, MR. LAWRENCE — 36,172 Koch, Karl —115,164 Kochopolous, Beatrice Kochopplous, Joseph —148 Kocon, Edward —157 Kohut, Laura — 43, 60,128,187,188 Kohut, Mark — 49,128 Kolarczyk, Andrew - 44,93,101,102,148 Kolas, Sherri-12, 53,148 Kolbert, Robert —113,157 Kolbert, Timothy — 101,148,110 Koncon, Robert —164 KOSALKO, MRS. GAYLE —17 KOSCIELNIAK, MISS SUSAN — 15,47, 54 Kosanovich, Jody — 10,97,99,164 Kosanovich, Nanette — 33,41, 58, 59,148 Kovach, Diane — 5,41,43, 53. 54, 55,66,68, ■ 69,128 Kowalsky, Alex-67,101,129 Kovalsky, Jerry — 57, 88 Krammin, Diana —165 Kroslack, Bambi — 50, 52 Krsolock, Jennifer — 41,148 Krsak, Timothy — 93,157 KRUGHOFF, MR. WARREN Kucsera, Lawrence —165 KUECHENBERG, MR. RANDY — 24,103 Kujawa, Pat KUJAWA, h _ ' A, MR. THOMAS — 22,92 Kulcayk, Mark—67, 91,148 KOPENEC, MR. DONALD -16,187 Labus, Art —11,64,88 Lach, Steve — 165 Lackey, Dan —52,148,80 Lackey, Venus — 9,157 Lacy, Diane — 53 Ladd, Mark-157 Lagnau, Julitte — 45, 57,165 Lagneau, Diane — 53 Lamb, Jason — 52,165 Lamb, Judith —129 Lamb, Robert — 165 Larson, Pamela —47,129 Laskarin, Nick —129 Latham, Dudley —148 Latham, Jim —103,165 Latham, Judy — 6,57, 75,129 Laws, Michael — 46,157 Lawson, James -42, 53, 54, 55, 57, 69 Lax, Bonnie — 53,82,157 Ledbetter, Janice —148 Lee, Claudia — 53,148 LEE, MRS. ESSIE —21 Lee, Eva —148 Lee, Mark —165 Lee, Roma — 45, 59,165 Lee, Sylvia —157 Lenz, Robert — 71,165 Lessard, JoEllen — 90,97,157 Levin, Michelle — 97,165 Lewandowski, David —129 Lewellen Dixie —148 Lewellen, John —129 Lewis. Gary-45.71,114,165 Lewi ,Gregory —115 Lewi , Paul — 165 LIFE, MR BEN —32,%, 106 Limbough, Sharon — 9 Link,Barbara — 148 Link,Urn—157 Linneineier, Pam — 58,148 Lipman, David —103,165 Lipman, Lisa —129 Louis, Richard —157 Love,iynn —157 Love, Raymond —129,167 Lozano, Gerald —157 LOZANO, MISS MARGARET — 20 Luca , Carol —165 Luca , Darral — 130 Lucas, Linda — 45, 55, 58, 59,157 LucIul Alan —165 Luptalt, Janet — 47, 52,148 Luttrvll, Alice Lutz,Mary Ann Lynn, Laura —55,165 MACEY, MRS MARGE — 16 Mackowiak, Marryann — 50,157 Macnak, Doroyhy —157 MADDALONE, MISS ROSELLEN - 28, 49 Madvek, George - 44, 71, 91,101,102,148 Madvek, Kathy-47,130 Mahoney, Barbara — 55, 57,165 Maicher, David —130 Majkowski, Dawn — 97,165 Majkowski, Mark —157 Malacina, Michele — 45,59,165 MALCIAUSKAS, MISS DALIA —10,15 Malerich, George —165 Malloy, Debra -97,157 Malloy, James - 44, 67,101 Maman, Lynda — 45,148 Mangerson, Bill —89 MANN, MR. LEE —25,43 Mann, Victor —165 Mansueto, James — 50,148 Maple, Ray-130,110, 111 Mardis, Cynyhia — 9,57,148 Mardis, Delores - 44, 57, 97,98,130 Mardis, Marilynn —165 Marinaro, Nick —148 Marsh, David — 47,165 Marshall, Vick,-130 Martin, Robert —115,165 Martin, Sandra— 51,148 Martin, Steve - 56,157 Martinez, Alfredo — 115,157 MASSEY, MR ROY —35 Mast, Dawn Mast, Lori —148 Maury, Anita —157 Maury, Karen - 165,179 McCabe, Dawn —157 McCabe, Laura —165 McCahon, Sam — 47,148 McCarroll, Cindy —130 McCarroll, Don —165 McCarty, Jan — 97,165 McDaniel, Kent —157 McGana, Wilford —157 McGuan, Melissa — 42, 58,59, 90,148,187,188 McLaughlin, Terry —130 McLean, Daniel —130 McLEAN, MR DONALD — 30 McMORROW, MRS. MARY JO — 34 McNair, Lisa 75 McNeal, Eugene —148 Means, John -61 Meeks, Susan ne —51,148 Meier, Linda — 97,157 Meier, Larry %, 157 Meier, Robert — 44, 70,74,95,148 Meyers, Carl —196 Meyers, )anet — 81 Michelin, Greg — 71,113,165 Michelin, Jenifer Mihalko, Gwendolyn —165 Mihalko, Lora Miklusak, Jeff —165,80 Miklusak, Kathy — 40, S3, 97,148 Milanovic, Dragan — 43,130 Milanovic, Zoran —165 MILLER, MISS BARBARA - 19 Miller, Claire — 41, 45.57,148 Index 193 Miller, Holly — 44, 58,97, 98,116,130,199,108 Miller, Lydia-130 Millsap, Andrea Milobar, lean-87,165 Milosavljevic, Kathy —47,165 Milosavljevic, Paul - 43,45,75,141 Milanovic, Olga —157 Minard, David Minard, Dennis —165 Minton, Wanda — 50,165 Mista, Larry-103,165 Mista, Monica — 42, 44, 58,66,90,199 Mitchell, Eileen — 58 Mitchell, Pat-157 Miterko, Marianne — 44, 58,94, 99,157 MOLL, MRS. JEANNE —14 MOLNAR, MR. JOHN —27 Mondragon, Arthur Mondragon, George Moore, Beth —165 Moore, Brenda-47, 53,130 Moore, Dawn — 57,165 Moore, Gerald— 74,130 Moore, Glenn Moore, Richard —103,165,106 Moore, Tom —44,91,101 Moore, Tim MORETTON, MR. DONALD - 36,83 Morris, Gayle - 130,41 Morris, Mark-46,157 Moyer, Debra Mrzlock, Dorothy — 29, 58,94,97,157 Muchlman, Richard —157 Mudroncik, Michael — 103,165 PMuehrer, Jim —157 dullenix, Rocko — 67, 75,165 Murdock, Vicki — 47,130 ■■■uJock, Sharon —157 Mtfjjrty, Angelique - 33,45, 57,148,185 MHnhv, Terence — 53 Murphy, Tim-131 m Murphy, Tonv — 165 Mvbeck, Marcia-165 Mvbeck, Mark - 8,42,47, 61,67,70,148 196 Mvers, James — 165 Myers, Janette 50,148 Myszak, Jean — 10, 97,99,165 Myszak, Lucy — 41,44,97, 98,148 Myslive, Laura — 165,179 Myslive, Jean —90, 97,148 Mysliwiec, Dave - 11,42, 47,52, 54,67,157 NAHOD, MS. JINN I —28 Narantic, Steve —103,166 Newbolds, Brenda - 158 NEISWINGER, MRS. IANET - 28 Newcomb, Kimberly — 148,76 Nichols, George —166,107 Nicksic, Kendal —158 Novak, Glenn -88,101,131,106 Novotney, Janice — 166 Nowacznk, Nancy — 50,158 Odom, Carol — 50,149 Odom, Debbie Odom, Robert - 74,166 O ' Donnell, Cindy O ' Drobinak, Michael— 50, 52 Oianovac, Sharon — 59,166 Oiler, Ricky Oiler, Robert Onia, Sandra — 41,55, 59,154,158 Onohan, Maryann — 47,149 Opasik, Cathy —10,42,43,44, 58, 59,70,74, 86,97,104,105,131,175,187,188,198,140 Opasik, Mary - 42,47, 53, 61,86,187,188 Opasik, Scott - 50,158,1%, 106 Oprisko, Nicki - 9, 97,178 Oresko, Juliane — 45,9,12,43 Orzechowicz, Jerry — 27,166 Ossana, Jeff — 88 Ostapchuk, Joey — 166 Ostoich, John —158 Ostoich, Kathy — 42,131 O ' TOOLE, MRS OLGA — 21,47 Outler, Scott —80,166 Owen, Steve - 8,149,198,76 Owen, Tommy Owens, James SB Painter, Jeffrey — 43, 50 Palfi, Anthony —158 Palmer, Patricia —166 Pankowski, Michael —131 Pankowski, Sharon —47,149 Papesh, Sue — 82 Pappas, Nick - 9, 44,91,117,131,141 Paquette, Patricia - 33,40, 44,97,98,108,149, Parker, Christine Parsley, Kenneth — 103,166 Patterson, Kathleen —132,143 Patterson, Terri —166 Pawlus, James 45,114,115,132,141 Pawlus, Kathleen — 40,97,158 Pazannin, Cheryl — 53 Pazdur, Donna —17, 33,41,44, 58, 59, 77,74, 97,98,149 Pazdur, Juliane — 58, 86,97,158,108 PEARSON, MR. DOUGLAS A. — 26 Pease, Daniel — 44,92,93,101,131 Penczak, Michelle — 45,166 Pendrick, George —132 Pennington, Danny — 91,101 PENNY, MRS. ANGELA — 14 Perez, Henry —62,88,101,102,158,142,107 Perez, Leticia — 97,161,166 Perkins, Jerry Perkins, Mike - 50,132 Perrin, Donna —166 Peruts, Linda — 45,166 Peruts, Susan —45,132,143 Peterman, Sheral — 51,166 Peterson, Jeff — 47 Petro, Phillip —103,113,166 PETYO, MR. KENNETH - 31,161 Phelps, Ruth-166 Philips, Robert —166 Phillips, Charles - 53,132,143 Phillips, Daniel Pierce, Mark - 91,115,132 Pittman, Penny — 52 Pittman, Steven —166 Plantz, Sheron —132 Plawecki, Scott — 59,107 PLESNIAK, MS. DELORES — 47, 25 POE, MRS. KATHLEEN — 25,17 Pomplin, Susan — 94 Poor, Donna —11,166 Poracky, Beth — 97,105,166 Porter, Brian —166 Poteet, Lori —149 Poteet, Susan —132 Potts, David Poulson, Janet —132 Powers, Raylpn —166 PRATER, MRS PHYLLIS - 24 Prendergast, Michael —158 Presnell, Fred Pressley, Jeffrey Proffitt, Dana - 50,166 Prusiecki, William-132 Puchley, Theresa - 10,97,99,166,77 Puchley, Timothy - 44, 91,100,101,132,199 Pyle, Judy Pyle, Linda 57,158,166 Qualls, Jamie - 42, 60,62,151,168,176,179, 187,189 Quesada, Anna QUINN, MR. JOHN — 8,17, 88 Quinn, Tom Rada, Agnes —166 RADUNZEL, MRS. MARCEL — 33 Raganyi, Laura —158 Rainford, Thomas-45,132 Ramirez, Jackie —158 Ramsey, Linda —133 Ramsey, Tina —158 HCynthia - 57,158 Rapchak, Patricia — 57,75 Rasberry, Clyde MMHKy, Joe —113,158 Rathburn. John —153 Ratliff, James Ratliff, Otto -158 aHh, Timothy — 44, 88,101,133 Ready, G ry — 149 Reba, Christine —133 Recise, Charles Redlarczyk, Sharry —158 Reed, Heidi -166 Reel, Ray-91,133 Reese, David — 91,101,158 REINKE, MRS. FRANCIS — 23 Resetar, Elizabeth —133 Resetar, Jane —158 Resunenko, Katherine —166 Resunenko, Natalie Reynolds, Robert — 101,133,170,173 Richardson, Jeff — 44,101,102,149 Richardson, Pam —133 Richter, Jennie —158 Riggs, Susan Rinaoks, Brian —166 Rindoks, Kurt Rippe, James —158 Rippe, Linda — 42, 53,133 Robbins, Cheryl-53,133 ROBERTS, MRS. LENORA — 24 Robinson, Sharon —166 Robinson, Sheryl Robinson, Terri —166 Rodriguez, Gladys —166 Rodriguez, Michael —158 Rogala, Jim — 9,47,166 Rogers, Tina - 49,133 Roliand, Jeff — 134 Rolland, Tina Romano, Rose Rosales, Diane-47,53,134 Rosenberger, Don — 58,149 Rosie, Gail-149 Rosinski, Cathy — 82 Ross, David — 149 ROUSE. MR C.FRAI D — 30 Rozgony, Michael —44,149,110 Rucinski, Gregory — 52,158 Rucinski, Kathleen — 42, 50, 52, 55,149 Rumsey, Albert —166 Russell, Bob-88,101,134 Russell, Carl — 44 Russell, Richard - 44,101,102,158 Russell, Steven -166 RUSSFI L, MR. TIM — 31,89 Rutherford, William — 134,166 Rutledge, Donna — 50, 58,149 Rutledge, George —158 Ryan, Patricia — 97,158 Rybecki, Renee — 47,149 Rytel, Elizabeth — 45,166, 97 Saczawa, Joe Saidyk, Lillian —166 Sako, Beth — 11,44, 65,97,98,149 Salczynski, Laura - 41, 58, 59,134 Salmon, Kathleen — 97,166 Saltanovitz, John — 91,158 Saltanovitz, Karen — 43, 59,134,142 SAMPS ON, MRS. S.-15,16 Sanders, Susan — 97,166 Sanders, Terence — 52 Sandoval, William —158 Saunders, Wendy —158 Satterfield, Dawna — 50,149 Satterfield, Doug — 103,166 Scepkowski, Marie — 41, 54,155,134 Scheive, Marie —166 Scesney, Lance —149 Schickel, Jeanne — 57,158,167 Schmitt, Pam —11, 42,45, 59, 86, 97,105,134 SCHNEIDER, MRS. LORETTA - 34 Schroeder, Dan — 53,134 Schrum, David Schubert, Jennifer Scott, Benjamen Scott, Renee —166 Scott, Timothy — 50,103,166 Searcy, Edward SECKINGER, MS. BEULAH - 18 Seiden, Patricia —158 Seward, Vicki — 8,11,41, 57,134 Shabi, Kathleen —134 SHAHBAZI, MRS. ELLEN — 33 Shantz, Glen — 82 Shavey, Karen — 47, 50,158 Shevchenko, Joanne — 54, 55,134 Sheaks, Darrell Sheaks, Debra —57,134 Shearon, Scott -69,114,115,158 | Sheets, Roxanne — 50,75,158 194 Index J Shehegian, Ruben — 88 Sherbit, John -149 Shike, Dana — 52.97,105,166 Shike, Doreen 41,149,198 SHIMALA, MR. THOMAS - 30 Shrophire, Brian — 50 Shryock, Betsy-51,97,166 Shyrock, David — 43,44,91,101,134,141,143, 142,110,111 Shubert, Scott Shultz, Debbie —149 Shultz, Richard —166 Shurlow, Re — 50,158 Sibert, Cathy - 58,9Z.99,158 Sieber, Tamara —51,166 Sieber, Tim —149 Siebert, Janice —134 Sills, Kevin-158 Silverman, Susan —135 Simms, Debby —166 Sims, Julie-18,134 Singer, Jack — 27,135 Singer, Richard Sizemore, Jimmie —53,149 h Skalba, Debbie - 11,43,47, 51, 54,55, 59 Skratsky, Arlene - 10,97, 99,167 Skorupa, Steven — 47,158 SKOWRONSKI, MISS SHEILA — 28 Skratsky, Sam —135 Slayton, Vicki —51,166,167 Slocum, Maureen — 40, 41, 58,90, 97,158,176 Smack, Robert —149 Smaron, Carol — 40,42,97,166,167 Smaron, Pam -10,11,41, 42, 45, 53,97,149,. 176 Smith, Alan —135 Smith, Brian — 82 Smith, Carole — 149 Smith, David-135 Smith, Douglas —149 Smith, Gayle — 53,149 Smith, James-166,167 Smith, Jeffery - 166,167 Smith, Tom-115,149 Snell, Cynthia —135 Snonton, Marvin —149,110,111 Snyder, Bill — 6 Snyder, Chuck — 89 Snyder, William —135 Solan, Karen — 82 Sommers, Mark —167 Soto, Christine — 49,149 Spak, Judy -40,97,166,167 Speelman, Roy — 166,167 Spier, Jeffrey — 42,149,170 Spillers, David —52,135 Spitale, Connie — 51,149 Spitale, Richard —135 Spoerner, Jack —9,42,47, 54,55,61,114,115, 136.175 SPRY, MR. BOB —36 Stahl, Gary-115,167 Stanimirov, Gayle — 149 Stephan, Sandra Stephens, Barbie —167 Stephens, Debbie - 51,149 Stephens, Elaine - 42,43, 44,52,82,86,97 104,105,136,187,189,196,142 Stephens, Pam — 82 Stephens, William - 52,71,103,113,166,167 STEVENS, MR. DELBERT — 25 Stewart, Cheryl—49,136 Stewart, Jane —158 Stewart, Jim —149 Stevens, Geraldine — 51,167 Stevens, Rich — 88 Stevens, Richard — 136,106 Stivers, Thomas - 56,166,167 Stoffregen, Margaret — 97,158 Stoffregen, Mary — 59,167 Stoffregen, Phillip — 71,136 Stone, Anita —158 Stone, Darrell - 47,167 Stula, Danielle - 40,42,97,167 Stula, Donna-97,153,158,178 Sudicky, Mary — 42,136 Sullivan, Dennis — 47,1% Sutkpwski, David —158 Swafford, Roland —158 SWAIM, MR. GENE —36 SWANSON, MR. JOHN — 30 Swearingen, Lori — 14,136 Swisher, Catherine -- 50,158 Szalony, Edwin —113,167 Szilogyi, Joseph — 103,167 Tackett, John - 50,167 Tackett, Lorrie—51,167 „ Takas, Diane —51,149 Talenco, Mary — 49, 51,149 Tarne, Judith—149 Tatusko, Jack - 82, 88 Taylor, Denise - 41,86,97,104,105,136 Templeton, Theresa — 45,167 Thegze, Tom-136,106 Thomas, Karen —136 Thomas, Kevin —149 Thomas, Nancy —11,167 THOMPSON, MR. ARTHUR - 29,113 Thompson, Deborah — 45,97,167 THOMPSON, MR. EARL — 32 Thompson, Rex - 44, 88,101,102,150 Thornsberry, Jeffrey — 103,167 Thorpe, Diane - 9, 42, 51, 54,58,60,159,168, 176,179,187 Thorsky, Gary — 81 Thrall, Debra —150 Thrall, Kenneth-158 Thrall, Randy —167 Tidwell, Jacklen - 55, 56,159 Tiede, Ronald —136 Tiede, Susan — 7 TILENDIS.MR. ALBERT —24 Tillottson, Tracy — 51,66,150 Tite, Even-9,150,106 Tite, Johnny — 3,103,167,107 Tobin, Catherine —167 Toomey, Kathy —159 Towasnicki, Tim — 88 Townes, Michael — 103,167 Townley, Robert — 159 Towry, trlinda —167 Toyne, Jerry— 150 Tozer, Rose —167 Tracy, Jill - 49,159 Tracy , Patrick — 44,88,136 Traczyk, John — 159 Treadaway, Sherry! — 49, 51,150 Trotman, David — 79,136 Trotman, Kirk — 79 TROY, MR. EDWARD —15,115 Trtan,Tim — 44,91,137 Tucker, Patricia —167 Turner, Cathrine — 52,167 Turner, Robbin — 49,159 Turnpaugh, Thomas —158 Tuskan, Sandra - 41, 94,97,153,159 Tysen, Richard —150 Vahst, Sharon —57,137 Vaitekunas, Jeffery — 52,167 Vaitakunas, Timothy —150 Van, Debbie-50,159 Van, Diane — 50 Van Buskirk, Michael —159,106 Vandersteen, Dale - 101,102,150 Vandiver, Connie — 47,137 Vanover, Bill -167 Vanover, Debra VanVynckt, Ray — 50 Vargo, Robert — 45 ' -ay, Albert-9,53,91,150 t Angela-52,167 IARI, MISS LAUREL —23 Vido, David — 75,137 Vliek, Michelle-47,137 VonAlmen, Brian —150 Vrankin, Kim — 78,137 Vreha John — 96,167 _ -136 jberlv — 47.53 Wantrobi Chris — 89 Wargo, Thomas - 137,167 Watson, Jacqueline —137 Webb, Def Webstar, C _ Webster, Elizabeth — 57,159 WelcMue - 82 WELTE, MR. BOB — 20,47,153 Wendlinger, Jim — 27,167 Werner, Douglas —137 Werra, Christine-50,159 Werth, Kevin - 46,66, 67, 82,138,1% Wesley, Sandra-159 Wester, Keith —113,167 Westman, Maureen — 6, 53,138 ,� Wheeler, Bill-159 Wheeler, Kevin —51,91,138 Whelan, Randolph-101,102,159 WHITCOMBE, MR. RONNIE — 30 White, Carolyn-97,103,167 White, David —159 White, Don- 50,87,114,115 : Whittman, Susan —159 Wichmann, Kathy — 50,57,138 Wielgos, James —103,167,107,110 Wielgos, Marty —159 Wiening, Chris — 52,159 Wiley, Kim-86,97,159 Wilkie, Jim —103,167,107 Wilkie, Robert —52,91,159 Wilkie, Thomas —138,106 Wilkins, Phyllis - 6, 44, 86,97,138 Wilkins, Thomas — 150 Wilkinson, Anita — 53,73,138 William, Thomas —167 Williams, David-103,113,167 Williams, Delbert —159,110 Williams, LeeAudrey — 138 WILLIAMS, MIS$LOUISE - 30 Williams, Maryann —167 WILLIS, MR. RICHARD-25 Wilson, Debbie —167 WILSON, MRS. LAURA — 33 Wilson, Sheryl — 47 Wilson, Thomas — 43, 54,55,68, 69,138,180 Winarski, Michael — 8 Winkley, James — 138 Wise, Cynthia — 47,159 Woerpel, David —167 Wojcicki, Nicholas —150 Wojtowics, Edward — 50,115,151 Woitowicz, Victor — 50, 52,72,78,138 Woienty, Doreen — 41,138 Wolpoff, Edward —159 Wolter, Mary —139 Wood, Wanda —159 Worepel, Robert —159 Wotkun, Ruth —167 Wright, Jeff-101,102,159 Wynn, Bill —64 WYSOCKI, MR. KENNETH — 24 Yamada, David — 8,42,47,67,70,81,104,105, 151 Yamada, Jeffery —167 Yaney, Joyce - 43,53,80,139,143,142 Yankovicn, Mark Yarusinsky, Joan — 117,139 Yarusinsky, John —139 Yeager, Thomas —159 Yercine, Penni Yerga, Joseph —115 Yoclcey, Tina —151 Yokovich, Diane - 58,97,151 Yokovich, Donald -101,139 Yonke, Julie Yoways, Joyce —151 Yusi, Olga —139 Zaborski, Virginia —94,159 Zacny, Kathleen-97,167 Zaikis, Michael -167 Zajac, Diana —151 Zajac, Jeanne — 45,167 Zajac, Nancy — 43, 59 ZALEY, MR. STAN -19,52,73 Zasada, Dennis —115,167 Zerkel, Thomas —71,167 Zerkle, Renee —151 Zilai, Daniel —159 Zolowicz, Linda —151 Zubak, Jim —151 Zubak, John — 44, 50,72,88,114,115,142 ZYGMUNT, MR. THOMAS — 29,46,117 Index 195 We ' ve shared good times A good part of our high school education was not only taught through books and assignments but through our many personal experiences. Our friends as well as our teachers became the vital sources for our knowledge. We were never alone in our struggles. Our search for knowledge became a sharing experience. Together we learned and hoped and anticipated. And together we shared good times, the good times which were as important to us as any assignment could ever be. 1. Elated at their teammate ' s performance, Frank Gavrilos and Tony Grabowski congratulate Rich Blastic on a pin. 2. Kevin Werth, John Juranovich, Dennis Sullivan, Carl Meyers, Mark Mybeck and Larry Green form Gavit ' s first rock band, Future Legend. 3. Sophomore wrestler Scott Opasik is cheered on by his fellow students before he leaves for semi-state. 4. After school hours, seniors Nancy Hoffman and Elaine Stephens take advantage of the winter weather. 196 Closing We ' ve learned together i rfrif- t«_l 1. Science students Bill Hoffman and Jeanne Schickel thread mass media class ' s new sound projector. 2. Gavit ' s new librarian, Bobbi Dycus, replaced Mrs. Cornell in the second semester. 3. Mr. Brent Albert also joined Gavit ' s faculty at mid-term, teaching special ed. classes to both high school and junior high students. 4. The high school choir indulges in a group effort to obtain a harmonious product. 5. Seniors Ray Love and Tom Wargo develop photographic skills in graphic arts class. Closing 197 And well remember ... Throughout our high school years, we tend to look back upon the many memories deeply inscribed within our minds. As young adults, Gavit High School became a very important part of our lives. Each year we grew and matured, as we began a new stage of development in the cocoon of adulthood. Every experience that we have ever had plays its roll in our memory of Gavit High. Our smiles of friendship as well as our agonies of defeat will never be lost. They will always remain within us, in our hearts and souls. And so we ' ll remember Gavit High in the year of 1975-76. UPPER LEFT: Senior Cathy Opasik helps Mr. William Portz of the Hammond Optimist Club unfold a Bicentennial flag which was presented to Gavit by the club in December 1975. UPPER RIGHT: Basketball Homecoming Queen Patti Biancardi and her escort, junior Steve Owen, experience one of those special moments in 1975-76. ABOVE: With the added comfort of a new stereo and cabinet, students enjoyed many leisurely hours in the Atrium. RIGHT: Junior drill team member, Doreen Shike, performs one of many lively routines which were frequently executed during pep assemblies. 198 Closing all about us UPPER LEFT: As we leave, we will look back to the school year of 1975- 76, and we will remember ... all about us. RIGHT: Long hours of practices kept junior athlete Tim Puchley in top shape for high jumping during the track season. MIDDLE LEFT: Junior Patti Biancardi and seniors Wendy Carle and Lu Ann Fatheree enthusiastically cheer, as they took part in the first triple sport pep rally. ABOVE: Intensely involved in the action, senior b-ball player Holly Miller watches her teammates perform in the final sectional game against Morton High. LOWER RIGHT: Gazing intently, seniors Debbie Gulasy and Monica Mista watch with interest the many pep rallies held throughout the year. Closing 199 Acknowledgments The 1976 FUTURA was printed by the American Yearbook Company in Clarksville, Tennessee on 80 pound gloss paper. The book had two pica inner margins, outer margins were usually five picas. Each section in the book had it ' s own individual layout style. The type face was optima. Captions were 8 point optima, while the body copy was 10 point optima. Format 5449 was used for division page headlines and all other headlines were 30 point optima. The Base ink used was English Brown. The cover style used was American Anniversary, customized with can¬ dlelight base, purple overtone, and chimpanzee grain. A combination of silk-screen technique with a gold metalay was used for the cover itself. 1976 Futura would like to thank and give credit to the people who contributed and helped to put together this book. Harry Dudzik and Bob Hollingsworth for their excellent photography skills . .. Mr. Kopenec for his guidance and patience with the entire staff ... Linda Camp for her help with typing ... Cathy Bonnell for her assistance with the index ... The custodial staff for keeping the PUB decent looking ... The office staff for letting us use the phones and helping with all the mail ... Mrs. Pat Lindemann, our American Yearbook Representative, for being such a fantastic lady, and being there when we needed her. We couldn ' t have done it without her. And last, but not least, a super big thank you to the entire yearbook staff. Without them, this book could not have been possible. Kym Ganz 1976 Futura Editor Happy Birthday America 1776-1976 200 Acknowledgments