George Rogers Clark High School - Powder Horn Yearbook (Whiting, IN)

Text from Pages 1 - 216 of the 1974 volume:

1974 Powder Horn volume 40 George Rogers Clark 1921 Davis Hammond, Indiana 46394 preface George Rogers Clark, lilce any other school, has its own unique character. Like the character of a person, it is an intangible. It cannot be photographed. Nor can it be completely conveyed in words. It is best discerned through personal, continuous contact with its activities, classes, and the mass of individuals involved with the school. Yet, it is this character—this intrinsic personality—that you as students will always understand. To this end we are pleased to present you with this yearbook. It deals with the basic information of the 1973-1974 school year. The material and coverage within this book is unlike any other of its kind. It is factual and based on our school only! We hope the yearbook also will convey to you something of the indefinable spirit that makes George Rogers Clark High School what it is! Buildings of all shape and types constantly, completely vanishing the few signs of animal and plant life in the region. Ill I ...surrounds only me- There are four walls to every room and more than several rooms to every building. Each day i leave my home—a protective box aiding my personal needs. I walk to school upon a sidewalk of concrete blocks, crossing an asphalt slab once and awhile. My feet long to feel the sponginess of the tiny blades of grass. I notice a seedling fighting its way up through an unending crack in the pavement. I plod on to my destination and wonder why slabs grow faster than grass, flowers, and trees within our environment. Farther along i am confronted by a technological monster . . . boxes on wheels. Several cars pass me by emitting noxious fumes into the air i breathe, as i wait for the traffic light to give me permission to move. Looking around the picturesque area broken by clouds of billowing grey smog i wonder why factories composed of more walls are allowed to pollute in order to produce their packages. Streams and lakes are along my path, but the trash and oil make them look more like garbage pits. I notice rows of cliche buildings, united by a purpose, rather than a reason, as i drift through town. Shop windows carry disposable signs with notices of sales on items bottled, bagged, and boxed. I realize that our small inhibited town strives to move forward. As i near the completion of a routine trip i pause to notice the parallel houses differing only because of individual prestige. Near my destination i stop to talk with friends about the night ' s activities. One friend confronts me and exclaims, Jack and Jill broke up! I realize it might as well be on the boob tube since everyone will know by the end of the day. I reconsider and conclude that some people live beyond the exterior of four sided objects. As i go on down the block i pass a pole mounted in a cement square with the flag of my country waving proudly in the wind, wondering if the energy crisis, the fighting, the money, Nixon, . . . are all worth it. I have my pride! My walk is interrupted by steps. I stop and as i look up, i come upon a huge building with an air of uncertainty lingering about the area. As i skim the tattered and wooden paned windowed walls of the institution, i happen upon a label—George Rogers Clark High School . . . this is my destination. Since i find it much easier to walk around those steps i cut through a man-destroyed trample-made path. While pondering whether the steps are paralleled to life i arrive at the north end of the building only to be confused and shocked by the proclamation of two numerals, ' 75 ' gratified on the doors. I stumble up nine worn slabs to the doors, only to discover that they are mysteriously closed by several silver links. I turn to walk unnecessarily to the south end of the school. I can ' t figure out why i’m being held out and question what damage to expect if i get in. I struggle through an obstacle of little people and realize the lack of concern toward them. I wonder why two generations of peers are allowed to be taught in the same building. I plod on past the gym. Our rival’s green paint strewn on the corner of the structure breaks the monotony of its architectural beauty. I pause at the door and enter the building, dropping a wall between me and the outside. Rust, aqua, and tan ceramic bricks startle me, but i stride on through the corridor of the newborn one-year-old structure. I pass the g lass trophy cases contemplating the pride and activities of past years. Wondering if history repeats itself, i almost sense the vibrations of apathy from within the four walls. Doors marked men and women, and doors marked for certain classes remind me of the inner boundaries one is confined to. As i struggle through the air current which separates the atmospheres of the two buildings i realize that the wind might be sucking and pulling me into its clutches, trying by some strange force, to keep me confined within its walls—perhaps a memory! Yet, i know i will be let go. The separate forces of the two buildings compliment the differences and similarities of the newer and older walls. Entering the main hall, walls suddenly change their smooth shiny finish reflecting ones move to the future, to reveal the gloominess of the chipped fortifications. The air seems dampened as the smell of tradition wafts its way down dank corridors. As i arrive i am aroused by the distinctions between different personalities of different backgrounds, different religions, different opinions—these are our people! On the way to my locker i associate myself with several individuals. Many are my friends and teachers, others are just acquaintances, and still others are unknown. I arrive at locker 356 and as i am struggling with my lock i overhear a voice exclaim, “Every living and nonliving thing is classified by a number!” While i am dialing 17L-21R-17L i wonder why i am told i am unique, if the only way they can tell me apart from the mass is by a number. As i casually drift into a spontaneous conversation i realize that a group of my classmates are b.s.-ing their way through the controversial subject, the drug problem. I discover whether one considers it a problem or not . . . whether one considers it wrong or right . . . it ' s just a matter of opinion! One fellow, Jay McPipe, anticipates the legalization of marijuana. I question myself and ask if it is considered a drug?—OPINION! People label him as a freak. It doesn’t matter that he is an honor student. I wonder what would be said now if the administration caught wind of his situation? Does it have any bearing on the matter or is it just a usual case of poor judgment? Another person in the conversation, a girl, believes cigarette smoking and liquor can be paralleled to the use of drugs. I conclude that she is classified by others as a ‘straight’ person. I am no longer interested in the conversation specifically because i don ' t want a ninth hour so i proceed to my class. The minutes seem to pass by slowly. The class hours seem never to end. On the way to my sixth period class i am pulled into another conversation. Sally Clark, a proposed ‘rah’ exclaims that she enjoys her last class while someone else contemplates the thought of her being a plastic and overly spirited person. Still a ’freshman’ is confronted by a labeled ’sophomore’ who is questioned by a classified ‘junior’, who was bothered by a ‘senior’! Farther down the hall a ' jock ' is bragging of a winning point and even farther a ' brownie ' is rapping with a teacher. Standing in the hall, taking all this in, i realize the position of people as opinions and stories take form. I wonder why radicals, conservatives, brains, and adults each voice their own individual opinions, and seemingly ignore their neighbors. After all, aren’t we all equal? I now realize . . . There Are Four Sides To Every Story! High School— the best four years of your life.” I wonder if high school—Clark, can be given all this credit? After all it only takes 1,344 required hours of my life. But, then there is homework and research and seldom time for myself. Student life; someone once called it that, but isn ' t my life a game? I have a weekend free so i go to a college campus or a football game. I often wonder why the four seasons are intertwined in a year, which is only a number to add on to my life. I like to think about Autumn. Right around then, everyone is bored with school. Driving around the town, going to unbelievable wild parties, stopping at McDonalds, working ... all are types of escape routes i often try. Sometimes i know exactly what i want to do but there are limitations—like parents of my best friends, the Whiting-Hammond policemen. Besides burning down the school is illegal. By the time Winter comes i am sick of routine. Of course there isn’t much to do around school because of the small amount of activities available to attend, so i began to search elsewhere. My borrowed free time comes to a sudden halt when i realize you do get suspended for ditching. I know that my student life involves more than just school. It involves my habits, my morals, my feelings, my activities—just a column to choose from; some certain subject to guess at. It puzzles me that i cannot figure it all out. What can i call this? Finding out who i am? But i know! It ' s just life set to the rules of a game. Homecoming . . . weekends . . . working . . . Wow Wee . . . drinking . . . clothing . . . everything is just a matter of taste. I guess most of my life really takes place after 3:20 everyday ... it kind of puts my life in a position of Jeopardy! those magic months called vacation Crystal Snowe secludes herself from the rest of her classmates to write irv a friends yearbook of all their good times together. Participating on a softball team, or just being a spectator helped fill the warm summer months. While several Clarkites forfeited a week of vacation to attend workshops, others sprawled on the beach and bronzed their bodies! Typical meeting places like the auditorium steps or Wow Wee became popular gathering grounds for students. Athletes preparing for their oncoming season willingly gave up precious leisure time to prepare themselves physically for a driving, winning season. Many summer evenings were spent beneath the twilight at Bobby Beach, sitting on the sand watching flames of a bonfire or just getting into the music, heightening the days activities! Many eager students as well as not-so-eager students filled the corridors to take advantage of a wide variety of classes offered during the summer term. While nervous driver education students attempted automobile maneuvers, freshmen students receive their first taste of high school life. Whatever the Summer allowed; traveling to the Dunes, rehearsing a couple of nights a week for the July 4th parade, or working to help ease future costs still seemed to give a sense of freedom to young and old alike! So much for those magical months . . . summer vacation 1 1 summer hours spent learning in new areas Karen Gross spent two weeks at Ball State. As editor of the Pioneer News, she received an award of excellance for her page layouts and worked on the workshop newspaper. Nelson Brown attended a workshop for Journalism at the University of Minnesota studying new newspaper styles. Fred Surret displays the ability and agility it takes to handle a camera. He spent two weeks at Ball State ' s Journalism Workshop studying photography. This summer both Varsity and B-squad cheerleaders traveled to a cheering camp at Vincennes University to master intricate routines. The John Butler Award was given to Chris Bobos, editor-in-chief of the ' 74 ' Powder Horn. This award is given to the most outstanding yearbook staffer at the Ball State Journalism Seminar. He was also asked to stay an additional week at no extra cost and given the honor of publishing a ' mini ' - book about the entire Journalism Workshop. To gain a broader knowledge of specialized subject areas, many students spent a portion of their summer vacations in workshops, camps, and foreign travels. In mid-June seniors Larry Cuculic, Mark Lewandowski, Nelson Brown, and Tom Bobos went to Indiana University as delegates to Boys ' State. Girls’ State, also at I.U., was attended by Sherry Blastick and Liz Martinez. This year, Powder Horn editor, Chris Bobos attended a Journalism Workshop at Ball State, instead of traditional I.U. An award of excellence for outstanding layouts and an award for theme-copy coverage were given to Chris. After an additional third week the John Butler Award, for the most valuable staffer was also Chris’ to claim. Janice Homco, Joanne Mish, Sandy Derybowski, and Jeanne Ruf traveled to Vincennes University with Varsity cheerleaders; Sherry Blastick, Donna Quigley, Carolyn Kovach, Sue Wojtena, Kathy Vasilak, and Dolores Gaitens to master their techniques and become acquainted with new cheers. Attending the George Washington Secondary School Honors Program, Sue Holman spent five weeks studying material on political science and American History. She also visited Williamsburg, Mt. Vernon, Gettysburg and other historical sights. Four spent eight weeks in one of several foreign countries. Carol Lukascek journeyed to Germany, while Patti Dudzik and Cindy Tonkovich lived in Mexico for eight weeks. Pat Price traveled abroad and spent eight weeks in France trying to master the language. The four couldn’t speak any English the entire time they were in the foreign countries. Karen Gross, editor of the Pioneer News, first semester, spent two weeks at Ball State ' s Journalism workshop, while second semester editor, Nelson Brown traveled to the University of Minnesota to get a variety of ideas for the paper from different parts of the country. Student Council officers participated in a government orientated workshop held at I.U. Mike Ford also journeyed to Indiana University to attend a Mathematics Workshop which familiarized him with a deeper concept and a better understanding of working with figures. 13 14 tedious homework- bach to the same old routine Nelson Brown expresses the way he feels towards his schedule, which consisted of college-prep courses he chose during his junior year. Sue Holman shows Lydia Quattrin a typical senior schedule with early dismissals and several ' easy ' elective classes for an ' easy ' A. After three months of summer vacation, freshmen eagerly anticipated the opening of school because of its ' grown-up ' labeling; sophomores and juniors wished school would never start; and seniors couldn’t wait for classes to start, for the mere reason they couldn ' t wait for the day it would be over. The day arrived and students groggily awakened at early hours to attend nine months of school. Stories and summer activities were exchanged to a friend or two. Students reunited and new ‘cliques ' were formed. Schedules proposed several problems, especially if you were a senior and received a freshman ' s schedule. Guidance counselors had new thoughts about their jobs. They generally accepted the computers errors and were eagerly willing to assist in helping depressed students. Rules concerning absence and grounds for suspension were reviewed. Detentions were again scheduled for 7:30 in the morning and reminded students to attend class punctually. While old students returned to lockers complete with memories from previous years, freshmen struggled to memorize strange combinations. Taking advantage of the sun’s dying rays of summer, students dashed from school to the beaches for a last minute tan. In between routine school and extra-curricular summer activities, students found time to gather the materials needed for school and just enough time to complete their much unwanted homework. Vacation never seems long enough once school startsl first day of school why do they keep on truckin ' Running in all types of weather, early in the morning and after school, the Cross Country boys practiced to achieve perfection and display pride and honor in their school. Using all their acquired skills, they competed daily against each other to develop the endurance it requires to maintain a quality of competitiveness among their adept opponents. With the desire of victory firmly implanted into their minds, these boys worked for a goal to be the best they possibly could. During their summer vacation, the members of the tennis team took the responsibility of practicing into their own hands. With the addition of female members to the team for the first time, there seemed to grow a more profound feeling of determination and aspiration among the other players. Yet, although a novel experience, a sense of unity remained among the entire team. For they had a dream to look forward to. This dream was of playing on home courts since the initial erection of the school. Only to find this dream unfulfilled this Sophorpore Mark Skertich attempts to I year. show his skills in his second year of competative sports. cross country—tennis 17 7 Under the heat of the August sun, 33 boys defensive back. Mark was also named as devoutly dedicated their time and effort an All-State player and rated UPI All-State into the making of the Pioneer football and Telephone AAA All-State team. He team. With devotion, perseverance, and also received an honorable mention in the the desire to win, these boys practiced Bloomington Herald. Although the twice daily on a non-regulation field at Pioneers experienced another losing year, Forsythe Park. While a new field was Clark has something to look forward to being constructed, they improvised the use next year! Perhaps a winning record, of this park with no psychological effect Under the guidance of a new coach plays upon their playing ability. Under the first and positioning were a definite change, year coach Mr. Nick Voris senior and The freshmen team was faced with these junior players experienced the strategy of problems with the addition of one more, three different coaches receiving a well- They were forced to form a team of boys rounded education in the sport. Tom who were unacquainted with each other. Geffert was named All-Conference on the But barring all circumstances, both teams defensive and offensive line and as a faced their opponents knowing that their place kicker and All-Area for his offensive many hours of long, enduring practices play. Mark Lewandowski, also named All- and skill payed off. Conference, was sighted for his abilities as pigskin; padding; persistence! 18 Rivalry between the senior and junior classes resulted in a ' 74 marred, toilet- paper draped school. An early morning shower damaged the 1973 Homecoming Lawn Display, therefore the parts of the display that were salvaged were set to dry and later hung from the outside of the building. The Thursday before that special day, classes and clubs were wearily trying to finish their float, while fighting away the coming dawn. Tensions mounted as frantic students rushed into the old gym for the pep assembly. Senior class members presented a high-spirited skit predicting a hopeful win against Clark ' s opponent. Sue Witzke was crowned Queen, while a mob of her joyous classmates crowded around her. Faculty members were extremely pleased with the spirit of the senior class as they received the first place ribbon in the yell contest. Shielded by bulky coats, hats, and mittens, faithful fans battled the 47° weather to participate in the festivities. Capturing first place in class and club float competition were the senior class and the Spanish Club. This was the first time for the class of ' 74 to receive a first, stirring up a bit of controversy because of its size and its two and a half foot live rabbit. Alumni renewed old acquaintances during halftime, while the band, Twirlers, and Pom pons concentrated on their routines. The Pioneer loss to the Hammond High Wildcats dulled the glittering evening. The excitement was renewed the following evening at the Homecoming Dance. Students ended the excitement and rivalry just as quickly as it was started. 20 rivalry-wildcats mar queen sue s homecoming 1973 Homecoming Queen, Sue Witzke, humbly occepts her title, os she represents the student-body, os well os the surrounding areas. Homecoming Court—Dawn Roman; freshmen attendant, Mark Jakubovie, Yolanda Tamez; sophomore attendant, Ron Mroz, Sue Witzke; 1973 Homecoming Queen, Ray Papach, Mary Mierwa; senior attendant. Rich Bobby, Diane Kriston; senior attendant, Al Lesar, Lisa Schoknechect; junior attendant, Tom Bobos. 22 The air was a little crisper, the wind a little cooler, people walked a little faster as Autumn arrived with all the beauty of her multi-colored leaves and frosty mornings. The orange hues of nature ' s sunset lingered in the sky laughing at us as we sat in school. Sunlight was shorter helping students to willingly forget their homework as students squeezed last minute summer activities into a shorter day. A final spin on the ten-speed or just a stroll through the park brought the realization of the next three months mostly being spent inside. Although the football team wasn’t a winning squad there was always a game to attend on a Thursday or Friday night. And the floats had to be finished—a good excuse for staying out until two in the morning. By mid-November, Clark was routine and boring as ever, so all types of escape routes were tried. An I.U. weekend, Civic Center Concerts, wild parties, and cruising to the sounds of the big ' 89 were a few of the broadening activities students took part in. Between Halloween and Thanksgiving students were studying hard for grades at school, or ignoring it all. By this time most students were painstakingly enduring the hours from 8:30 till 3:20— waiting for the weekend. Towards the beginning of October school spirit livened up after the dedication of Clark’s newly renovated athletic field. The choral department presented the ninth panorama of popular music on October 19. Lynda Pittman, choral department student teacher directed parts of the program and was also a featured soloist. The P.T.A. sponsored the Food and Fun Festival on the eve of Halloween. Balloons, hot dogs, and smiling faces flooded Clark ' s lower hall. Laughter filled the air as children and adults joined to play and have fun together. Warm coats, pumpkins, and turkeys marked the changing of the season. The Food Fair interested several organizations to experiment on the public. Mark Pavlovich, a Thespian member portrays a stock-character in an experimental play. At the formal dedication Mr. Lockey presents the Clark Athletic Field to the student body. values, concern, opinions- change; autumn occurs wrong band dampens spirit of formal A a substitute band. Silver Bullet supplied the entertainment for the night. Diane Babinec and Greg Granger enjoy the company of each other. Couples eating, dancing, and enjoying each other’s company were all part of Clark’s 1973 Winter Formal entitled, ‘‘A Winter ' s Dream.” The night began with a greeting from Santa at the door. After a meal, which has slightly improved over the past years but not equal to that of the Palmer House, some couple tried to dance to the music of Silver Bullet.” Although not the band regularly scheduled for this dance, their inappropriate music fit congenially into the atmosphere of the dance. To pass their time couples found enjoyment in playing with the movable Santa Claus at the door or simply conversing with one another. Still others found enjoyment in waiting in line for a glass of punch, or to have their pictures taken. While the hall began to clear out early many couples lingered behind to be positive of receiving the good time they had expected for the price of bids. Those who did not stay found more satisfactio in bowling alleys or pizza parlors! tradition-apathy win over junior class play While Danny Benoist doggied on the floor, and Kevin Herakovich dug up his mother’s nuts one thousand four hundred people had better things to do. Another two hundred people showed their apathy” by attending the junior class play. Story Theater, written by Paul Sills is a combination of the works of the Griman Brothers and several of Aesop’s Fables. Ten short stories were presented by the class of ' 75 in order to raise money so that the bids for the Prom could be cheaper this year. The cast, including two sophomores and juniors, under the direction of Mr. Shepard and Barb Franiak, assistant director produced a thought provoking and stimulating show within a period of eight weeks. Although there were no lead characters the cast of sophomores (unusual for a junior class activity, but not the first time that the class play incorporated underclassmen) and juniors manipulate themselves into animals and character” people. Although the ten short skits were thought provoking, the morals to the ten short stories were left up to the audience and their imagination. Cast members were Kevin Herakovich, Danny Benoist, Renee Zubay, Sandy Derybowski, Mark Pavlovich, Jerry Miklusak, Dave Whitezel, Carolyn Kovach and Fred Surret. Myrana Oprisko, Christine Price, Kathy Kokotis, and Cindy Dziezak were also in the cast. In an attempt to gain a golden ring, desperate thieves murder an innocent person by means of poisoned wine. Henny Penny, portrayed by Christine Price, ventures her way with her friends to tell the king that the sky is falling. 28 yule, free tlme- uiear off winter slump December 21 —Winter—the season of snowballs and Santa Claus. Winter is the cheery warmth of a fireplace, the silent stillness of the land after a heavy snowfall, sliding over all the icy ruts to get to your car, tobogganing, ice skating, snowball fighting, . . . Winter is dreading school on Monday mornings but going anyway to hear all the weekend gossip. By mid-winter, you knew exactly what each teacher expected and which classes you had to attend and had to do homework for. The season becomes almost unbearably routine so students usually couldn ' t wait until the 3:20 bell rang for their personal extra-curricular activities. By this time seniors were counting down the days until they graduated and the general attitude of Clark ' s students was of apathy. Whether sleeping to noon or waking early to Christmas-shop, students took advantage of the too short holiday vacation. Cars that choked and sputtered, or skidded on glazed streets didn ' t stop students from celebrating Christmas and the new year! Several Concert Choir members sang through he halls and carolled throughout the streets of Whiting and Hammond. Student Council also attempted to break winter monotony” by sponsoring an exhibition game between the faculty and the Harlem Thrillers. The Band and Choral Departments presented the Holiday Concert. Mice and Geffert Claus inhibited the stage during the presentation of the Concert Choir ' s version of Twos the Night Before Christmas. The weather turned nice a month before Spring. Students were seen walking around town and enjoying the pre-Spring weather. Days dragged even more. Wouldn ' t you know it when days got nice the semester decided to end. Students wasted the weather by alienating themselves with their books studying for unwanted final exams. Winter—counting the days, sweating the tests, waiting for the sunshine . . . Liberating the old rule of boys sports, a competative girls’ volleyball team was formed this year. Being late in the season, these girls were chosen from the members of the G.A.C. volleyball team. Practice both in the morning and evening were required in order to qualify for the IHSAA regulation of participation. Obtaining opponents was the most difficult problem faced, since schedules had been made at the beginning of the school year. Fortunately, three schools found it possible to allocate time to allow the two teams, varsity and junior varsity. to participate in games this season. Since members of the team were unaccustommed to each others playing tactics, losses to the team were quite evident. The season ended abruptly and not as well as planned, but an attempt was finally made to involve girls in an athletic program. Hopefully, sports for girls will someday become a reality, and the girls will have an equal chance to compete with other girls and perhaps even boys. girls ' team liberates dark athletics Debb Halik strains as she wiffs in an Marta Dost anxiously awaits the attempt to smash the ball over the net. arrival of her opponent ' s volley during the game against E.C.R. 30 « grapplers- grasp Living up to conference champions is a very difficult process, too difficult for the members of our team this year. Striving their hardest, members of the wrestling team practiced vigorously to achieve a first place standing. Although wrestling appears to be more of an individual sport, the boys worked for their team as well as for themselves. They practiced every day to improve themselves, improve their team, and add pride and glory to Clark School. Two boys had especially added extra glory to the school when they won their weight class in the sectionals. Jim Buehler and Bill Lantz were the only two representatives of Clark School at the regionals this year. Although the determination was present this year, the junior varsity wrestling team also had an unfortunate season. With the guidance of a new coach, and very little experience, the members of the team worked with determination and a positive attitude towards victory. Their main concern was to perfect their team, not only this season, but also the seasons to come. With the dedication the junior varsity team displayed this year, our upcoming varsity shall be one of pride. 32 VARSITY WRESTLING SCOREBOX 1 Opponent C arfc 1 34 Morton 24 1 21 Roosevelt 48 1 42 Washington 27 1 21 Bishop Noll 46 1 43 Gavit 18 1 36 H,|t$. 22 1 21 Tech 44 I 29 Whiting 22 30 Gary Emerson 27 14 Crete Monee 32 JUNIOR VARSITY WRESTLING SCOREBOX I Oppenent Clark 51 Morton 9p 42 Roosevelt 15 21 Washington 39 54 Bishop Noll 19 50 Gavit 18 56 H.H.S. 20 50 Tech 11 63 Whiting 4 42 Gary Emerson 27 30 Crete Monee 8 ' a M sieman bunds twelve bodies strong ways Continuing ttie tradition of a winning team. Coach Sieman ' s boys had a record of eighteen wins and three losses to end the ' 73- ' 74 Basketball season. Practices beginning as early as summer conditioned the Pioneers into winning form. Enabling them to become accustomed to the new coach ' s tactics, the team practiced before and after school. The beginning of the season was a little shakey, with the Pioneers losing their second game to Bishop Noll. But they got it all on and kept putting it in there and became one of the Region’s most respected teams. Continuing their winning streak, the Pioneers captured the Holiday Tourney Title. The second half of the season was as successful as the first with the Pioneers winning nine out of ten games. Their only loss was against the Hammond High Wildcats. With a lot of vigor and vitality, the boys prepared for the Sectionals. During the first game, the Pioneers played one of their best games of the season, but that was not enough to defeat the Cats who edged Clark out by one point to end the game and the season. SCOREBOX Opponent Clark 48 Lake Central 69 60 Bishop Noll 48 60 S. B. Washington 68 66 S. B. La Salle 76 60 E. C. Roosevelt 64 54 E. C. Washington 68 46 Gary Roosevelt 59 47 Hobart 48 5 7 Tech + 69 48 Gavit + 54 62 Gavit 67 77 H.H.S. 58 62 Munster 79 59 Tech 62 61 Highland 70 56 Whiting 70 58 Morton 74 48 Andrean 66 55 Chesterton 64 48 Griffith 58 63 H.H.S.’ 62 4- Holiday Tourney ' Sectionals varsity basketball 35 Sorrow, anger, and disgust ore expressed in the faces of GRC students when scoreboard reads 63- 62. Mr. Lockey, mighty proud of Clark’s 18-2 record, entreats GRC students to yell out for their team. The students of Clark decided to try something different this year when they embarked upon the notion of having a basketball homecoming. “King Ronald and His Basketball Court” was the original, though somewhat childish, theme of the homecoming. Though their personalities do not match with those of Arthurian characters, the team members were still depicted as such. Hall banners, posters, and other signs cluttered the halls even though such objects were to reflect the spirit of the school. A court consisting of a sectionals. homecoming disappointing king, queen, prince, princess, and other medieval figures was chosen by the student body. Perhaps the most stimulating aspect of the homecpming was the spirit week that did not take place. Despite its falacies, the homecoming was still a success since Clark defeated Chesterton. Clark ' s sectional game against Hammond High proved to be a real “tear jerker” for most students. Though there was much enthusiasm and spirit shown at the Sectionals, Clark was nevertheless defeated by HHS by a score of 63-62. The game proved to be such an emotional game that indifferent spectators might believe that they were viewing an overly emotional soap opera. Many students literally cried over the defeat, while others blamed the referees for the loss and the alleged favoritism shown toward the Pussycats. Despite the defeat by Hammond High, a victory was won when Clark was selected for the Sportsmanship Trophy for the third year in a row. The junior varsity players showed much prospect for becoming a winning varsity team in the upcoming years. The hours of diligent practice paid off when the team set off on the right foot and won its first game against Lake Central. The next few games were a trying period for the team. Although the team performed well, their effort fell short as they lost the second game in the Holiday Tourney. The rest of the season was successful for the junior varsity as they won seven of their last nine outings. Sorting the best players from the regions grade schools, Mr. Hovanec put together the freshman team. After losing the first two games of the season, the Homesteaders rebounded with a pair of victories over Whiting and Hammond Gavit. The freshmen were optimistic about winning the Holiday Tourney, but they were unable to capture the title. For the rest of the year the team had its ups and downs. The boys ended their first year of high school competition with victories over Highland and E.C. Roosevelt. 38 freshman—junior varsity basketball 39 a penny saved from a penny earned-working Waitresses, cooks, gas station attendants, and salesmen were abundant in 1974. Trying to gain added experience (and money) students found that jobs often seemed to complicate their already busy lives even more. The insentive was there because the money was needed. Whether going to college, living on their own, getting married, or just picking up a few dollars, several Clarkites literally gave up weekends and extra-curricular activities to help plan for their futures. Part time or full time jobs at White Castle, McDonald s, Vogel’s, Condes ' , Wow Wee’s, Arnie ' s, The Lantern, and other restaurants gave students the experience of washing dishes, cooking, and maintenance. In actuality, the experience from a restaurant can be applied to general housekeeping. Gas station attendants acquired in-depth skills with the running of a car. Sales clerks confronted by rude and impatient customers learned the secrets behind self-control. Seniors who wanted a full-tirte job managed this by only attending school for the first few hours. The early dismissal enabled them to also hold the job they wanted. Some students found sleep to be somewhat of a problem. For those who had a loaded schedule and an eight hour job with only two nights off a week, averaged about four and one-half hours of sleep each night. That’s if they did their homework! Working various hours a day some students found it difficult to maintain their grades. Some students fell behind in their studies because they didn ' t have time to finish their work or because at the end of the day they were too tired to care. Working during high school years has a unique quality, but in the future it will be required for life—working to support maybe a wife and children as well as one’s self. Because of the desire to gain money for a college education, Chris Furto and Carol Ruman work strenuously at McDonalds. ' showboat ' floats successfully After several months of hard work and preparation, the 1974 talent show “Showboat’’ was performed on March 8. The assemblies and the evening show resulted in substantial profits to aid the Indiana University language honor candidate, Marylynn Samek in her venture to Germany. Mark Lewandowski and Nelson Brown, masters of ceremonies, were involved with a large proportion of the production of the program. Mrs. Kostopoulos, Mr. Shepard, Miss Mazur and Mrs. Encinosa planned and organized the entire show. The effort of the many students involved with the skits helped to make ’‘Showboat’’ a success. The audience laughed at many of the comical skits and contemplated at many of the more serious portions of the show. Brian Dust amused the audience in the two comical skits. The Newlywed Game organized by German Club, and Dry Gulch where he imitated John Wayne. The choral department contributed the talents of Serenaders and Girl’s Ensemble while the Pom Corps and Twirlers performed to many pop tunes. Many of the students had talents which they expressed in music. Myrna Oprisko sang as she played her guitar to “One Tin Soldier. Joe Gaylor sang songs by Neil Young accompanied by Mark Lewandowski and Mark Jakubovie on guitars. Even the teachers showed their talents in various comical skits. The faculty attempted to sing Take Me Out to the Ball Game” and “April Showers.” For eight weeks the cast of The Teahouse of the August Moon worked extremely hard to present a great American play. Having overcome almost impossible difficulties and staggering technicalities, the cast made Clark ' s stage a magical place where they showed people that there could be some beauty, some simplicity, and some love in our pessimistic world. The play was a humorous sketch about the flounderings and adventures of a U.S. Army captain on Okinawa. The play had political comedy, humorous characterizations and many other varieties of humor entangled in its intricate plot. Sakini, the philosophical native played an important part in the play. Somewhat the master of ceremonies, Joe Nastav portrays the Japanese accented character with the innocence of a conquered native. Actually the brain behind Captain Fisby, played by Stan Piatek, Sakini finagled a teahouse and other Japanese traditions into the lives of the American officers. Brian Dust portrays in an amusing way, using a boisterous voice and hilarious body actions the part of Colonel Purdy. The cast seemed to grow as a family borrowing each others time for two months. They ran out of energy together but they still pushed ahead. They fought, laughed, screamed, and worried. They succeeded. Together, for eight weeks, for two nights for two brief moments they were starry eyed and hopeful. Certain villagers from the city of Okinawa were chosen as officials to lead their city into progress. Geisha Lotus Blossom, Diane Babinec, awaits at her master ' s side for a further order. of a conquered teahouse dedicated to honorable lockey Villagers from the city of Okinawa attentively listen to ways to change their traditional lives. Stan Piatek, Captain Fisby, spends a moment in deep concentration as he contemplates with Joe Nostav. all school play 5 were gradually found promising themselves to do their homework punctually. These promises soon fell back into the procrastination rut faster than they imagined. With the weather turning nice and a car in one’s possesion, travelling (via boogie) extra curricular activities became something to look forward to after the dreary months of snow and ice (at one time the seasona was considered beautiful). Several Clarkites fled Hammond. The whole state of Florida was overrun with Pioneers! Those who didn ' t leave the “region prayed they could have! The students that got away, came back to town flaunting sunburns, hating school more than ever. With the coming of Spring thunderstorms and tornadoes were more evident. Monticello, Indiana was destroyed by a tornado therefore “disaster” drills were practiced at Clark in the concern for people lives. The weather gets more gorgeous by the day and everyone is outside—swinging, flying kites, watching baseball games or track meets, infesting the parks, riding bikes, ditching at the Dunes, buying new clothes, forgetting homework, partying, hanging around the steps of the auditorium, stopping at Wow Wee’s, McDonald’s or Town House, or just sitting on the front porch. All Spring long, the only thing Clarkites could think of was the last day of school. Spring—the season of sunshine and smiles. A time to rejoice at the coming alive of the earth . . . our environment. A time to appreciate the things that one so often takes for granted—the sparkle of a day after a morning shower, the song of a bird, the freshness of the air; the chill of a spring breeze, the smell of a flower, the bright green of the grass, the twinkle of a star. A time to feel playful and silly . . . The Spring Season—The time of the year when guys start checking their savings and girls start counting the days until Prom. With the finals out of the way and the end of the first semester, students and teachers alike pause to catch their breath. Seniors anticipated their freedom as they realized they had only one semester to go. The underclassmen ' s vacation plans changed from California sun to summer school chalk and erasers as the horrors of flunking a course surfaces. Students anticipated spring, however, the semester break was welcome enough as it brought about anxiety for the end of the ’73-’74 school year. Almost 900 schedules swamped the guidance office as students changed subjects to fill graduation requirements or make it easy for themselves! Stomachs accustomed to being fed at 1 1:20 growled in class as schedule changes necessitated switching to the later 12:30 lunch for some students. With the death of the first semester and the birth of Spring, students sunny weather wards off winter slump weekends, the law of a teenager Maureen Lentz happily raises her kite in the hopes of bringing it into the air, while a tree defies her of its destination. The two-day vacation following every five day period (commonly referred to by students as weekends) provided a time to relax, possibly (doubtfully) a time to catch up on school work, enjoy hobbies, and catch up on lost sleep. The most common weekend activities were either football or basketball games and most definitely parties. Going to the movies was also a favorite pastime, but with the rising prices, it was nearly impossible for a couple to go to an evening movie for less than five dollars. Horseback riding, bowling, playing hockey, iceskating, swimming, and playing tennis in their season provided many students with a carefree weekend. Going out to eat was probably the most common. It ' s like the law of the weekend. If a student goes someplace in a couple or a carload, a stop for a bite to eat was always on the agenda for the evening ' s activities. For some, shopping serves as a form of entertainment. Travelling to Chicago and spending a day in the big city, riding out to downtown Hammond and River Oaks or just truckin ' through Whiting usually ended up in a complete wardrobe by way of wishful window shopping. Concerts at the Civic Center featuring Hartsfield, Joe Walsh, Sha Na Na, and Wishbone Ash liven up weekends for many. For some, Sunday mornings provided a sleep in time to catch up on the rest lost during the weekend, maintaining the tired from the weekdays. Lots of comics in the newspapers. But for others, this was a morning of reverence and worship in church. Weekends—not competing with weekdays. A nice way to end the five day routine only to look ahead to another five-day routine and then another weekend . . . 48 In the midst of a boring doss many students occupy their time drawing on their hands introducing a new fad. the activity shortage- dances. assemblies disappoint students of four assemblies throughout the school year. Whatever the reason behind the lack of assemblies didn ' t matter by mid-April— routine won! Clomp, clompety, clomp. A herd of wild elephants invading our hallways? No, it’s just a girl in clogs walking with a guy in starched heels. Jeans were back as usual in all their glory. Girls added shrink tops to their daily wear while the guys basically insisted upon jeans and a dress shirt. Make up seemed to suffer a recession as girls appeared in the bright red lips, cheeks, and fingernails of the 1 940 ' s. Some girls ventured a little farther with black, blue, and green fingernail polishes. Hair was anybody ' s style—long, short, curly—straight, shagged, bowled, layered . . . if it grew it was worn. Baseball jackets and the Great Gatsby look zoomed into focus as the styles from that era became very popular. For the most part, students didn ' t care what they wore as long as they were comfortable and despite all of the new styles for ' 74 many students stuck to jeans or overalls, which were accompanied with flannel shirts. Dances and assemblies through the year were scarce. Dances, dwindling since 1971 have become a rare type of entertainment. Being held on special occasions, dances served as a place to relax and a way to let go of your frustrations. The purpose of a dance is often lost when students sit down and get into the music but then it serves as a concert. Either way a dance broke the monotony of an inactive night. Assemblies sponsored by the Student Council also were very scarce. Lack of funds, of care, and of space, presented many problems to the Student Council as they tried to plan a successful year. Luckily, Thom Tomko, a GRC alumni played his guitar and sang at an assembly in April. A debate on alcoholism was also among the strong list S.C. explains present lack of assemblies Many students have been complaining about the inefficiency of Student Council for the simple reason that there have been no assemblies this semester. When Student Council President Greg Francis was interviewed, he stated various reasons for us having no assemblies. The first reason was that the auditorium stage was being fixed and that assemblies are not permitted to take place in the gym, however, there have been choral concerts n the auditorium though the stage was under repair. Secondly, assemblies should not occur in the gym for the fact that many other activities take place in the gym. Also, the athletic department does not wish for the new floor to be scuffed. Thus, it appears as though the only other place for the assemblies to take place, which was the gym, has been denied to the Student Council. Finally, there have been no assemblies, save the Harlem Thrillers for the reason that the assembly committee personnel have made no agency contacts so that Student Council could secure speakers. Naturally, these three excuses are valid and should be made known to the student body. The fact that no assemblies have been presented this semester seems to indicate that the present Student Council is inefficient Since, the people in office reflect the opinion of the majority of students at Clark, con it be assumed that either the students do not want assemblies or that they were fooled by the officers last year when they ran for office? Many Clatk students feel at ease as Thom Tomko, a former Clark student they roam the halls in whatever spent his precious moments singing to fashion they desire. his former friends. donees, fashion, assemblies 51 Mickey Moose sided by Donald Dock felicitously lead the Mixed Choros in the Spring Concert. Using canes to entertain the aodience, the Boys ' Ensemble sang aboot cities, states, and pretty little girls. Clark ' s Choral Department presented its annual Spring Concert on Friday, April 26 and Saturday, April 27. Concert Choir members performed a variety of songs from the Beatles, Cinderella, Patriotic Songs, and a “cigarette opera based on the opera Carmen. Girls’ Ensemble delighted the audiences with songs from the composer John Denver. Mrs. Alden ' s Mixed Chorus performed a Mickey Mouse review while the Mixed Chorus under the direction of Mr. Matusiak sang commercials from the radio and television. Girls’ Choir directed their segment of the concert towards children performing several numbers from the television series. Sesame Street. Girls ' Daily Chorus took the audience on a nostalgic trip singing songs made famous. Al Jolson and the Andrew Sister. Singing songs about girls, cities, and states, Boys ' Ensemble members under the direction of Mr. Darrell Church also reminds the audience of many good times they had, as they danced throughout their entire segment. The most enjoyed segment of the concert was a take-off of the off-Broadway show Godspell. The Serenades combined drama and music and gave the audience a newer version of Jesus Christ’s life on earth. 52 CLARK 4 VARSITY BASEBALL SCOREBOX OPPONENT Hammond High 0 9 Hobart 10 4 Hobart 2 0 Tech 2 2 E.C. Washington 4 6 Gavit ° 11 Morton 3 1 Bishop Noll 3 5 Whiting 6 2 Hammond High 1 1° Tech ° 3 Hammond High 1 7 E.C. Roosevelt 6 7 Tech 2 4 E.C. Washington 2 ° Morton 1 4 Gavit 3 0 Bishop Noll 1 2 E.C. Roosevelt 1 5 Whiting 2 5 Hammond High 2 Hammond High ° 6 Whiting 8 | The prospects of the boseball season looked bright and prosperous. There was the return of five lettermen, 1 3 new and ambitous members, a veteran coach, and a new home field. The boys entered the season with the attitude of victory and glory. Their schedule opened with rainy weather, which dampened the boys spirits. They were informed of their incomplete field, which deflated their ambition. But their competitiveness and dedication won. They survived a season of defeats and victories, entering the Sectionals with a new incentive. The team ended with a 1 5- 8 record. The 1 974 Clark Soccer season was a rebuilding one. Led by Seniors Tom Geffert and Bob Dugan, the team finished with a 3-7 mark and qualified for post¬ season tournament. The week in which the team won their only three games proved to be the highlight of their season, while their last three games were overtime defeats. The hope is for the future, as there were eleven freshmen and six sophomores on the team. 6-0 our goal- is to capture home plate boseboll-s K 55 56 having a good time...1ust you and me Prom held on Friday night. May 10 at the Ramada Inn in Dolton, Illinois left many students with happy memories. Renting a tux, buying a gown, flowers, bids—money was the determining factor for Prom. Parents snapped pictures from every angle before couples left for Pre-Prom parties with strange tasting punch. Just You and Me entitles 1974 Prom theme while “Reflections provided the dance atmosphere. At midnight couples journeyed to intimate places just to be alone or for a cool drink. After Prom, held at the Knights of Columbus Hall in Whiting began at 1:00 a.m. Couples loosened up to the music of Bittersweet while others fought back the tiredness. When the evening came to an end friendly couples anxiously went home to start packing for the Dunes. VARSITY TRACK SCOREBOX CLARK CLARK VARSITY GOLF SCOREBOX OPPONENT 196 Whiting 214 | 203 Tech 184 203 Merrillville 178 203 Munster 164 j ! 381 Elkhart Memorial 345 ; 381 Central Noble 356 201 Highland ••75 j 178 4 Gavit 168 Hammond High 182 i 181 Tech 219 169 Morton 178 i 169 E.C. Washington 245 189 Tech 189 189 Whiting 197 182 E.C. Roosevelt 192 183 Gavit 173 183 Hammond High 168 178 Morton 183 178 E.C. Washington 232 j 183 Tech 170 183 Whiting 191 178 E.C. Roosevelt 189 364 Lake Central Invitational 17th 183 Highland 159 174 Tech 169 454 ISLC Conference Tourney 4th 335 Sectional 4th 58 ir Greg Drapac exhibits rcising skills needed to become a ning cinderman. get into the swing of things track—golf 59 Mr. Lockey congratulates Senior Stan Piatek on completing his four years at Clark. Nelson Brown, Solutatorian and Cindy Tonkovich, Valedictorian reflect the pride and achievements of the graduating class. Mollie Bodie finds graduation night be be a toe tapping experience. Smiling she sports blue and white crutches to make her last day at Clark a little more meaningful. Classmates gather together for the Senior picture passing jokes and having a good time. 60 Commencement exercises Wednesday evening, June 5, were almost anti-climatic after a week of celebrating by the Senior class. Participating in the last official high school activity members of the class of ' 74 with broad grins and teary eyes realize that a seemingly life time of school was ended. Prepared for the future, graduates spent a few final moments during the ceremonies reminiscing on their past studies and activities centered around the best four years” in their lives at Clark. Baccalaureate services brought the Senior class together for the second to last time on Sunday afternoon, June 2, in the new gymnasium. While munching cookies at the Senior Tea which followed the service classmates recalled some of their wildest experiences with each other, realizing at the same time it could never be the same. Caps and gowns, tassels, speeches, Pomp and Circumstance, and diplomas all formed part of an important evening that would soon become only a memory. it was the best of times... ©TUIEIEIKSWILmnMI Tradition! We made it we try to break it and all we get in return is a crumbling of our pride. Again, in 1 974 Clark students tried to accomplish a new type of educational activity. Expanded Curriculum presented by the Class of 73 failed in its first try due to organization and lack of interest. In 1974 the Expanded Curriculum consisting of four, eighty minute class periods was tried again. Only this time, the project was successfully underway but for some reason the educational mini courses were abolished. EC was to be held on April 10 and 1 1 amidst the halls of dear old GRC. Students (the administration required over 90% of the students to sign up before the project would be accepted) registered for classes ranging from The Use of the Slide Rule to Candy Christmas Wreaths. Most of the Expanded Curriculum consisted of field trips. Then on one sudden day the entire project, 90% included, was cancelled. Students were disgusted and generally felt a deeper sense of apathy towards school. Some students suggested a school-wide boycott of classes because about 300 other chosen students were on EC field trips which were not cancelled. Half the project remained. Over 200 students were on the absentee list on Wednesday and a surprising 300 were on it Thursday. Whether this was due to the oncoming vacation or EC, no one can rightfully say. Only the questions still remain. S.G. MEMBERS DISCUSS CANCELLATION Well, what can we say? Right at the time we started breathing easy—being sure that Expanded Curriculum would go through—the principal tells us that EC is no go! We are not going to put the blame on any individual or group, for we think the blame can be shared by the administration. Student Council and the students just as easily. Apparently, there was a lack of communication between the school officials and us, the Student Council leaders. We thought that as long as ninety per cent of the students signed up for something—or anything—the EC would be a reality. Then the administration comes in after everything is done with and says we can ' t hove EC, for too many people have signed up for movies. All courses in the EC were approved by the administration to be educational. If the movies were not considered educational, then the administration should not have approved of them. If too many people had signed up for candy Christmas wreaths, would the EC have also been cancelled? Well, anyway, the students didn ' t help much by signing up for movies only. It seems they didn ' t realize this was an Expanded Curriculum. Perhaps we should have realized the possibility of students doing this and we should have set a maximum for how many movies a student could sign up for. We want, however, to thank all the teachers who helped. We are sure that many of them felt sorry about the administration ' s decision. To end with, the administration said all field trips would still go through; now we hear that some were cancelled. As of this writing, there are six activities left out of the forty-two or so we began with. Seems kind of futile, doesn ' t it? GRC Student Council officers and Parliamentarian FAILURE NEED NOT BE REPEATED The concept of Expanded Curriculum has for the second year, failed to materialize at Clark School. Cancellation of the two- day program, set for April 1 0 and 1 1, was announced Tuesday. Blame for the death of EC has been placed on nearly every person imaginable, but realistically, it cannot be said that one person was responsible for the program ' s downfall. EC, for the second time, became the victim of circumstances. Lack of sufficient early planning was the real reason behind EC’s demise. Other factors, of course, contributed to the problem, but, had planning started earlier, there might have been time to resolve the conflicts that arose during the past few weeks. Communication between all involved groups was, it seems, poor, odding to the difficulties encountered. Classes for freshmen and sophomores were scarce, creating mass sign-ups for movies and study halls. Many people however, do deserve credit for the work they did in this year ' s attempt. Several S.C. members, school administrators, and teachers put forth great effort. The prospects for Expanded Curriculum in 1 974 are dead, but hope does remain for next year. Planning must begin earlier and involve all students at Clark. Perhaps a Student Council cabinet position can be set up to deal solely with expanded curriculum. Regardless of what steps are token next year, however, the preparation must begin early enough to insure the program ' s success. Maybe the third time will be the charm. 62 “Important” A segment of students of George Rogers Clark High School, hereby declare their dissatisfaction and disappointment with the Hammond School City Administration ' s lack of foresight in their handling of the expanded curricular activities projects. The decisions made were grossly unfair to those students who had previously registered for the curricular activities of their choice. These decisions arbitrarily aborted any chance of the realization of these selections. To date, the administration has done nothing to reconcile or harmonize the situation by possibly offering some form of appeasement; e.g. an alternate activity. Therefore, in rebuttal, We emphatically advocate a school-wide boycott on the days of April tenth and eleventh, as in all efforts at betterment of the school; especially those that are adverse to administrative policy, total cooperation and unity is essential. We believe that such action would be the most effective measure of protest against apathetic school officials. Encouragement of something as forceful as a boycott is considered necessary in this instance; any less vehement alternative we feel would not properly convey our sentiments of dissatisfaction and disgust with the school city for its apparently repressive actions. Numerous students cost their ballots in the hope of goining a more effective Student Council. expanded curriculum 63 Get up, get dressed, first period . . . homeroom . . . second period or activity period . . . third period . . . fourth period . . . lunch! . . . fifth period and sixth period . . . after school! Over and over. Let’s face it, high school in 1 974 has got to be a drag. Assemblies, athletic events, any change of pace such as moving up fro m the freshmen class into the senior class was welcomed with open arms. As citizens of a school world, we are actually very limited. We fell into a habit of using the same hallways over and over and we watched the same traffic of faces walk past us everyday. And we thought T.V. reruns were boring! There were people whom we walked among day after day but never got to know. If we stopped to ponder all the faces we saw and the personalities we never explored, the situation seems futile. Then again, there really wasn’t much time for contemplation or even talking—we were always in a race against the bell. As we face our routine schedule everyday, we became familiar with our everyday programmed world. Not every person participated in the exact same routine. Lunch hours, activity periods, and extra curricular activities appealed to a certain few. Clark students split and went their own ways; eating at Corral, sitting through an hour of Spanish Club, or participating in an athletic event. Yet school and all its fantasy’s for every individual actually ends in the rut of routine. whereya subposta be —One of the most common expressions • heard around Clark during ' 73- ' 74 school year. Often, the question came from the more highly-educated teachers in the polished “where are you supposed to be? form, contrasting with the vulgar whereyo ' subposta ' be? one word inquistion. The thought was always the same though . . . every student is supposed to be at some designated place at any given moment, and if he is guilty of not being there, BAM-OI — WHEREYA ' SUBPOSTA BE? Oftentimes the overworked quality of the phrase was lessened with the adding of “now to the sentence: ' ‘ whereya ' subposta ' benow? ' ’ Consider this imaginary situation: a student is nabbed in the act of touring the building on his own while his schedule card has him down for math class during this time. He is noticed being out of place; i.e., in the halls passless. He s confronted with a stern-looking teacher who scornfully eyes the wanderer and then pounces dramatically. Whereya’subposta ' be? he asks. The student, not fully aware of the extreme gravity of the situation, replies honestly here and now. The authority-bearing teacher is incensed, and strikes the child, knocking him to the floor unconscious. Later, the young man dies from the blow he received, and wonder how any human being could possibly be so concerned about putting someone else somplace where he doesn ' t want to be. This ficticious example of what might happen if the whereyo ' subposta’be demanding teacher or administrator is not taken seriously by the whereya ' subposta ' b e ' d student shows how much wasted energy and anger is present when a ridiculous scene of this nature occurs. A question this nonsensical—asking somebody where he is supposed to be— does not warrant a serious reply. Other questions of equal merit that may soon be asked of students are why do you think? (whyddya’think?), and what are you living for? (whaddya ' livin ' 4?) . As if one is supposed to be somewhere, think something, or live someway because Clark has processed his schedule in that manner. Since it is not probable that many faculty members or office people are going to accept where I want to be as a genuine response made in good faith rather than as a fresh retort to the whereya ' subposta ' b e inquiry, it is a good idea to simply laugh this question off as meaningless, or lie with good judgement if a ninth hour is too undesirable. Never should any anger-provoking matters in school be treated as intensely as they are presented to the student, for ulcers and other disabling problems develop from taking whereyo ' subposta ' be seriosly. Fred Surrett sits on a throne to relieve his frustrations in hopes that his presence in the hall won ' t lead to a 9th hour. Two Clark students rush down the halls into the cafeteria in the hopes of enjoying a ' ' peaceful ' ' lunch hour. 67 Clark has rightfully been considered by attitude prompted a bitter letter in 1965 sensitivity from the school. Others resort many the most apathetic school in the from the board ' s then-chairman, Dr. Thijs to more drastic measures in ripping up the Hammond system. Even when ranked with Van Leer, to Clark’s Booster Club, lawn or setting the washrooms on fire. But, other high non-caring public schools. ordering an immediate termination of this as always, 1921 Davis stubbornly refuses Nineteen-twenty-one Davis Avenue has educational institution’s apathetical to change, and persists in ignoring been with us a long time, yet its position reluctance to meet present-day demands championships, trophies, and other honors toward school-sponsored events remains of vigorous encouragement and staunch awarded to the teams that bear its own unchanged. Of course it has grown some support of high school athletic events and name. In going about clearing up this over the last year, occupying the space other matters of school involvement. disappointing situation, we urge not the once used by the elementary for Response to the angry Van Leer directive destructive means of persuasion, which playground and mobile unit facilities, but came swiftly; the school was ordered have been tried and have failed in the still shows the unspirited lack of concern cleaned and shined—a complete overhaul; past, but rather that each student assumes that it originally did in the mid-thirties. all in the effort of inciting some spirit into the responsiblity of setting aside a few Back then, the auditorium was built as an the halls. But the inevitable red tape was moments each day for gentle conversation afterthought, the problem of apathy not not anticipated, and the renovation and quiet discussion with the school, carefully considered by the school’s program was delayed until the late dealing with its problems and needs, and contractors. But the extention of Clark was seventies. We still await the big spring why it has insisted on maintaining its not the answer then, nor was it in 1973 cleaning to come about, to try to instill apathetic attitude throughout the years, when the new addition was completed; the some lively feeling into the school. An Understanding and patience are essential; school still did not care enough to go to apathetic high school cannot produce one must not be too hard on Clark ... it ball games—even during sectionals—or to interested students; only ones as equally has served adequately in the past, and can participate in other school-related affairs. uncaring. The school ' s unmoving position be expected to hold up for some time George Rogers Clark was looked down tends to breed hostility into those Pioneers longer. But still, we ' ll never win the Quinn upon by Hammond school board trustees concerned for a healthy Clark. Many Martin Memorial Spirit and Participation who desired a zestful, appreciative high people kick the building daily, vainly Award with the pesky school persistently school. Instead, GRC ' s lackadaisical attempting to bring out some sign of mumbling what the hell. Many guys in Clark put aside their so called “masculine pride and decided to proclaim their spirit at the basketball games. We are not apathetic Year after year, parade after parade, Homecoming is celebrated at Clark the same every year. Editorials in the Pioneer News suggested that the student body was getting apathetic. Homecoming this year should have dispelled any thoughts of apathy by Clarkites. for some reason, students seemed much more involved than last year. Students who did not participate last year, or who do not ordinarily get involved in school activities were just as enthusiastic as the football players and cheerleaders. It was good to see everyone participate. Hopefully, such enthusiasm will be shown for other Clark activities. Clark is a school of which to be proud and every student should come to realize this fact. 68 At 1 1:54 a.m. every Thursday, I break into a cold sweat as I watch the clock, regretfully knowing that in two minutes I will have to unwillingly fight my way through the maddening crowd of elementary students. The bell rings and I wince as I head toward the cafeteria. The fact that there is a greater number of high school students who have lunch the fourth period than fifth should show that the lunch line is too long to begin with. But the people who determine the schedule for activity days obviously do not have to wait for little fussers to decide whether they wont peanut butter and jelly or ham salad, and fiddle around in their pockets trying to fish out some money. Even though I am a lover of little ones, it is not beyond me to grow to dislike the ones who are in front of me getting their lunch while I starve. My feelings about having an activity period once a week are not motiviated only by my misfortunes in the cafeteria. Although that is the main reason, I also know that a day in school seems longer with an extra period. The time schedules are confusing, especially for inexperienced freshmen. Many teachers feel it is a hindrance once a week waste because speakers have to break up their day. I ' m sure many of them feel that nothing is accomplished at most meetings. I have been told by a certain teacher that only 35 to 40% of the students are involved in activities. The others are sitting in unwanted study halls because they simply are not interested. By eliminating the activity period during the day and making it an after-school affair, the students who are really interested will show up for the meetings, which in turn eliminates the students who are just at meetings to pass the time. The mind- rattling schedule is another factor that confuses freshmen, not to mention many sophomores, juniors, and seniors. It ' s hard enough to remember the regular schedule. But when you have to remember that fourth hour ends at 11:56 and seventh hour starts at 2:34, things start to get jumbled. Another suggestion would be to change the activities. Activities such as Student Council, Booster Club, and G.A.C. need to be a part of the activity period because of the number or members. I was told that some of the activities, for example Pinochle and the Bridge Club are hour dubs that students voted to have. But how long ago were these activities agreed upon. I ' ve been here four years and I ' ve never had to give any suggestions. Maybe some new, perhaps more up to date club should be introduced. Why can ' t students be in charge of teaching or demonstrating for certain clubs and have teachers there to supervise? I ' m sure there are students with a variety of talents more appealing to the students interests, that are capable of leading a club or activity. In other Hammond schools, the situation is quite different from here at Clark. No other Hammond school hos an activity period every week such as we have. In addition, the length of the club period is shorter at all other Hammond schools. Both of these facts I ' m sure were brought up at faculty meetings, but no attempt has been made to improve our system. The only exception is that activity day was changed from Wednesday to Thursday. Can ' t we see by the number of students involved in clubs that students are not benefiting from an activity period? A solution to the problem is further from our grasp then we think. Rita Shimala enjoys insolationism from her strenuous school work as well as the Junior High pests who constantly annoy upper classmen. Senior students prove to unqualify for the title of apathetic” as they imitate the football team in the Homecoming pep assembly. During the 7 4 school year, Clark students were unable to avoid the effects of the energy situation, unreal as it may have seemed. Many doubted the validity of what was termed “the energy crisis, yet could not help but suffer from government- imposed restrictions and limitations. The results of the lower quanitities of fuel were obvious; Long lines and early closings at gas stations, less heating oil for homes and schools, and increases frustration and aggrevation with the American goverment for its apparent lack of positive action in dealing with oil producing companies and nations. Many Clark students, furious with what they considered to be a tremendous hoax, protested government ineffectiveness with the consumption of low-octane gasoline, despite repeated warnings of its hazards from the school administration. Most of the students involved displayed thier discontent by staging public gasoline baths, at which local high schoolers allowed themselves to be bathed in gasoline. One football practice was cancelled last year when players threatened to shower with ethyl after the session. However, a few thought this action to be not drastic enough, and began to drink small amounts of gasoline during their lunch hours. Eventually, the intoxicating effects of gasoline drinking became apparent, and several hundred students would turn on to gas daily. The dean’s office reports that twelve Clarkites were suspended from school during the ' 74 year after being charged with toxic inebriation. One student went so far as to mainline gasoline, and developed a case of hepatitis from using dirty needles. The far-reaching conditions stemming from the energy crisis were more actuely suffered, though. Lunch period and after school riding around dropped off an unprecedented 23.7 per cent between the months of October ' 73 and June ' 74. Those who were able to continue recreational driving discovered that tire prices had increased so sharply due to the reduction of rubber produced that they were often forced to drive with three or less wheels. Because rubber is an oil- derivated product, Clark students felt the repercussions of the energy shortage in more ways than one. More money was paid for records than ever before, even though the vinyl was of poor quality. Plastic glass from sales reached an all-time low, forcing local optometrists out of business in several instances. Popular plastic items such as yo-yos, squirt guns, toy soldiers, tops, goggles, and guitar picks sold at staggering prices, causing students to be laid off from their jobs because of reduced sales. In all, the energy crisis ' shattering impact on the school cannot be overemphasized. There were trying times for both students and teachers during ' 74, but once again true blue and white Pioneer spirit proved incapable of being surpressed. Clarkites had found themselves on top of the situation in the end, the problem licked for good. Dropping the temperature in the school 2 degrees forced many students to wear extra clothing because of the President ' s request. Crisis rumors cleared Ever since the problem of the fuel crisis was brought to the attention of the American public, there has been an atmosphere of confusion and panic. Rumors have been reported stating that Hammond schools will close if no fuel is provided for them or if the temperature in schools drops below the Standard 68-70 guidelines as set up by the President. However, these rumors should be cleared up and the facts should be understood. At present, there is adequate fuel to heat our school, thus no plan has been made to reschedule classes, shorten the teacher ' s work week, extend holiday vacation, or make up time lost due to the fuel shortages. However, should temperatures fall below the 68°-70° guidelines in school or any part of it, the principal will be informed by the teachers. Neither students nor teachers should work under hazardous conditions to their health. 70 Monthly Bills Show Rising Costs Recent shortages in energy and school supplies have brought several questions to the minds of Clark students. Has the drop in classroom temperature helped Clork with the fuel situation? Will there be enough duplicating paper for Clark? Has Clark spent so much money that the school has exceeded the funds given by the state? Such questions as these should be properly answered and the best way to answer them is by examining a typical monthly bill of Clark. The four major factors comprising the bill are the costs of electricity, gas, fuel oil and telephone services. In a typical month, the electricity bill was $3,020. The gas and oil costs were $1,380 and $4,430, respectively. The phone bill only costs $235 per month. Thus, the total monthly costs were $9,065. In the area of school supplies, the recent rise can also be seen in the distribution of duplicating paper. Duplicating paper which used to cost $.90 per ream, now costs $1.33 per ream. Thus, the price of duplicating paper rose forty-three cents. The usual fuel oil allotments range from 1,600,000 gallons to 1,500,000 gallons. For the 1974- 1975 school year, Clark will have the thermostats turned down six more degrees which will hopefully bring the number of gallons used to 1,200,000. This action will help to improve the energy situation. If Clark and other schools use supplies sparingly and continue to have such programs to help improve the energy situation, then, in fact, the shortages, of supplies may readily diminish. Students Give Views On Energy Crisis The thought of the energy crisis has been bothering people across the nation. Some people believe that the crisis is a big hoax; others feel that the energy crisis is actually a serious problem. To get student opinions concerning this matter, the Pioneer News Editorial Department took a student survey. The majority of students that were asked held the opinion that Junior Judy Uhrin took. Judy felt that the oil industries are claiming that there is a fuel shortage so that the prices will increase, allowing industrialists to make more money. Senior Donna Hutsko stated, The energy crisis is a good way for big business to get all the money they want. For this reason, many students believe the crisis to be a big joke. As stated by Junior George Baranowski, another reason why the crisis appears to be a hoax is that oil refineries are building more storage tanks and more fuel is being processed. A few of the students felt that President Nixon has to be actively involved in the problem, because of the support he has given to big business. A small minority of the students shared Freshman Roger Graves’ opinion that the energy crisis can be readily cured, if the government is willing to help. Certainly one of the most positive changes to occur on school grounds during the past year was the re-creation of a grass front lawn. After a year of serving as an elementary playground, the once dark green surface had become an ugly dirt garden, a hard, filthy area that got even more messy with each rain that converted the dirt into mud. But over the summer, an outstanding job was done replanting the yard, and the area looked very good as it had a year before. The grass was watered, cut and maintained regularly as the weather permitted, and by March someone had ostensibly torn up the area by carving fancy figures into the turf with a car. The tire tracks on the front lawn were a change from the mundane locker writings, desktop etchings, washroom fires, broken windows, garbage scatterings, john grafitti, textbook defacings, classroom robberies, general destructions, and other common forms of school vandalism. People captured participating in these malicious activities are reprimanded, and the matter is considered a serious offense, depending on the severity of the damage done. The vandals may be suspended, ninth-houred, arrested or punsihed in some other manner. But it doesn ' t seem to be very often that the motives behind any destructive incident are brought into the open, or even recognized as existing. An average school day will not usually bring out new signs of anything as drastic as major vandalism; but the frightening degree of intense hostility that does perpetually exist within so many students will go unnoticed. “Hate is a forceful word that is used every day. Someone is liked, or they are hated—there is no compromise. There are people who graduate from high school at the age of seventeen with ulcers. There is an atmosphere at Clark of such extreme violence that it really is difficult to avoid hating everything. Proponents of “human nature would explain hate to be some inborn human element, or something equally meaningless and nonsensical. It only takes a moment of thoughtful reflection to realize that any hatred and disdain for others is only a result of some negative type of influence, something not in the least inborn or natural. The effects of a hostile environment can only breed hostility into the people associated with those surroundings; violent reaction is learned. How ugly it is to consider the teenager who finishes high school so frustrated that he has nothing to show for four years but digestive problems. School is a tremendous factor in transforming passivity into hostility. Violence is practically encouraged openly. The grading and competitive element of elementary school are possibly the worst influences children could have. The negative qualities resulting from the grade school ' s insistance on aggressiveness are frequently emphasized at home, and so much stress is put on being better than others that by the time the student is ready for junior and senior high he has already become very violent physically and emotionally. As the student ages a bit, he may come to be less hostile physically toward most people, but continue to feel quite frustrated emotionally. It is common for one to go out of their way to hate another; the upsetting properties one assumes while hating are readily visible on the faces of at least some students each day. Many have complained of hating the school, telling of how glad they will be to leave the place. This reaction is justifiable in a sense; school attitude toward students is so surpressing and disciplinary that it is easy to develop fears and discontent that eventually emerge into all-out fury. Teachers and administration people blindly taking oppressive action against students who have been found guilty of such non-crimes as ditching a class, walking the halls pass-less, or showing up late by assigning detentions and suspensions cannot gain any respect; rather this sort of inhibiting action only produces contempt for those adults who play authoritarian roles with intense poetic seriousness. Many faculty and administrative members seem displeased with students who don’t fall in line attentively and are not in accordance with school guidelines at all times. In order that their total disgust is never entirely evident (which would increase the hostility of students against both other students and teachers and office) there are sectionals and regionals and sportsmanship trophies which provide an excuse for the morning PA announcements to congratulate everyone for their fine performance and to tell everybody how wonderful they all are. If the school had no means of offsetting the emotional violence that students carry against it, if the high school sports were considered sports instead of spirit-laden super-events, then there would most likely be a state of open frustration and rage all over, so bad that the school might even be forced to recognize the problem as being real. But hating the school organization is simply a result of taking it seriously. It ' s so easy to get upset over the imposed regulations and enforcement of them, or how some teachers treat their students; it is so much better just to take in stride everything that happens during a school day, and not even bother to think about any negative events that may have occurred. It ' s difficult to ignore the school, but in this sense not caring is the only means of self-defense other than personally going out and changing all the unreal qualities of school. To be calm and attend high school at the same time are apparently incompatible. But instead of wasting away worrying and being angered at the school, it is more effective to go through the motions of each school day, carefully avoiding taking this action seriously. The vandals are the ones who allow themselves to be controlled by the school to the point where they feel they must release their hatred in the form of malicious destruction. If the school decides to deal realistically with vandalism, let it concern itself with the underlying reasons and motives for each incident as well as the punishment to be inflicted for the damage done. Vandalism Continues Vandalism in the boy ' s washroom of the new building on the second floor has resulted in the closure of that room. It will remain locked indefinitely. This action came after a student or students entered the washroom several nights ago destroying soap dishes, door stoppers, and a towel container. The incident is by no means unique, since damage of this type has occurred before. Now, as then, the senseless acts of a few has affected the entire student population. Damage of the building can be repaired, though it is never inexpensive by any standard; damage to the students attitude and to the reputation of GRC is irreparable. No amount of money can right these injustices. School administrators have stated that damaged washrooms will continue to be closed. Unless students decide to take action against vandals, GRC may soom be without any unlocked washrooms at all. As a result of vandalism, school doors were locked promptly each night. After school activities sometimes had trouble getting in. Lawn Display- Irresponsibility We would like to congratulate the person or persons who are responsible for the lawn display. Despite the total lack of talent, it shows a great bit of ingenuity. It is different, modern and very revealing. By different, we mean it is different from most art in that it did not take much thought. It is modern because it seems to be the trend to go around sculpturing public places. This piece of art is revealing to everyone because it shows the carefree, irresponsible nature of the artist. He probably spends so much time developing his artistic ability, he really does not have time for school or other unimportant activities. In fact, we imagine that the artist never heard of laws which prohibit the destruction of private property. We have just one suggestion to that talented person: try carving on your head; clay is tremendous for sculpturing. Part one: The Straight Dope Coming to school while experiencing altered states of consciousness had become commonplace by the time the ' 74 school year let out. Pre-school and lunch period dope smoking replaced these boring and unavoidable times with ones worth anticipating. Dropping acid was a common means for students to occasionally escape from reality, as it is so often paraphrased; but more often it was used as an aid in increasing the awareness of their own capacities of consciousness. Many found the euphoric mellowness derived from downers to be especially pleasurable—Quaalude attained great popularity. The more violent high of being drunk continued to attract students to Jake ' s and other locations for beer, wines, and harder forms of liquor. Getting drunk for school- sponsored dances and athletic events was a regular event for many. Frequently, students were forced to leove their homes after coming home on occasion with obvious indications of being high or intoxicated. There was a lot of literature circulating in the form of sensationalized pamphlets that referred to drugs and alcohol as substances needing to be eliminated, and especially to be restricted from high school people. There seemed to be no allowances made for the popularity of consciousness—altering drugs or that there is any value to them . . .the office bulletin board posted a notice indicating that school and unstraightness aren ' t compatable, and went on to list the punishments which seemed appropriate for being captured in school while buzzing. The distinction between freak and jock gradually wore down, a very curious occurrence . . . after a hard day devoted to boosting the team, many would wind up the night throwing up the results of heavy drinking. Because of this the formerly long-haired Corral-type guitar-pickin ' trouble-makin ' all F’s unsightly dope smoking loser could not really be justifiably sorted out and picked on simply on account of the widespread drinking and smoking—a lot of the undergroundness of liquor and dope faded into popularity. Part two: Unwritten law: never use the word “drug” unless you say “problem” right after it - a sarc astic approach to the drug non-problem Of course one realizes now that preventive steps should have been taken immediately, as soon as the problem became evident. But someone refused to take heed to student-offered advice, and the ' 74 school year ended with some Clarkites getting worse grades than ever— an unfortunate matter stemming from the drug alchohol situation that went untreated the entire year. It now seems obvious that Hammond should have incorporated use of the Smart Set idea suggested in mid-1973 instead of rejecting it as an ' infringement on students ' rights. With this system. Pioneers guilty of having smoked maryjane would have their names turned in to the dean ' s office, and be punished accordingly for their dangerous pursuits. The person(s) turning the criminal in would have received one extra credit on the cumulative grade scale. Use of this correctional method would have eliminated a lot of the nogoodniks from school, making the place better for everyone else. An alternate route of curbing intramural drug traffic involved the psoting of professional armed guards at all doors during activity and lunch hours. Those going out to catch a smoke would have been quickly apprehended, and no one else would know a thing ... a very neat and effective system. But once again, flatly refused. Even trained, sharp-sniffing German shepard canines might have been employed in an effort to eliminate drugs. These dope dogs would be friendly to normal students, but dismember any that had a medicinal odor about them . . . that would be too violent! Yes, people refused to see the drug problem as something very real and didn ' t have the understanding enough to forsee the shocking result of a school infested with drugs (alchohol is a drug). For the first time ever, three students went to college after completing only one semester of their senior year of high school. Clark lost the sectional in the first game of the series. Nixon wasn ' t impeached through the Watergate scandal. The bus broke down on the way home from “The Great Gatsby Eighteen year old students registered for the vote. Major snow storms struck the Region in mid-February. All can be attributed directly to the misuse of chemical means of consciousness alteration; drugs. If proper measures had been taken early, all of this and more might have been alleviated, and 1 974 would have been a real good year for all people concerned with discovering clean, recreational pursuits. 74 Smoking in the GREAT SOCIETY-the social ladder? The empty packages of Salems, Winstons, such as Smokin in the Boy ' s Room have And now that it has been disproved that Koois, Virginia Slims, and other brands of become the angry cry of this new, youthful smoking may be a compulsive action, cigarettes that litter the halls doily generation of smokers, who rebel against smokers can now enjoy a good cigarette provided a tangible means for measuring society and higher peer groups by with no fear that they will be doing the student nicotine intake. If one also takes increasing their daily cigarette same a year, month, or even a day from into consideration the amount of cigarette consumption. Many no longer wait until now. It is encouraging to know that the ten butts in the corridors and urinals, this an school is over, but rather light up while per cent of the population that does not easy matter to compute the number of waiting for the crowd to thin out in the smoke presently will have such guilt Clark students who smoke. The shocking doorway after school. Field trips often feelings that they will begin within the next statistics indicate that over four thousand provide a place for the students to follow several years. With o country united in its Clarkites are habitual smokers, and many their teacher friends in smoking a toast to smoking pursuits, perhaps socialized others are just beginning to pursue nature. But Pioneers can also seek their cigarette distribution will be possible so tobacco-related pleasures. At one time, lost selves in smoking; regain an ego lost that the poor will have every opportunity high school cigarette smoking was a in the muck of four years of high school, to enjoy each millimeter of smoking unique feature of only the strongest and Clinical analyses do produce evidence in pleasure as well as the more wealthy. At coolest of teenagers, but now due to favor of cigarette smoking as a means of last, the uncool and being accepted os wonder drugs and genetic inbreeding, releasing surpressed individuality. Since individuals. Now, even three-foot twelve- students of the seventies have far stronger smoking is far from corny, one can enjoy a year-olds con wander around the school, lungs, and are much more easily capable good smoke in the company of thirty of and not be looked down upon as being of tolerating harsh tobacco smoke. This forty other friends who are doing the same chicken . Smoking is such a unique has caused some uneasiness, as now many thing, and not feel the least inhibited. recreational device, that the unfortunate uncool people have been seem smoking, in Smoking has been considered the ultimate non-smoker con only look upon the high and around Corral, along with the freaks “reality trip by many, and is just now school smoker as someone special, left over from junior high. Popular songs being realized as such by Clark people. drugs 75 BUILDING BLOCKS I 76 Well, here i am realizing my destination involves others . . . Not one or two but a whole handful. Stacked, wall to wall in a square building which is stacked on a block of cement, which is on a block of dirt . . . Good ol ' Clark! Yea! I wonder why this block has so many blocks infested within its outer shell. I guess people could be classified as a box too. Not an ordinary box. I wonder why some people draw a cubicle around themselves and let no one in. Others admit a few into their chosen” cubicle, building a kind of form. Others have such a wide cubicle spectrum. I feel as if i fit into this group. I’m in everything. I know everyone. My cubicle consists of four sides! I fake jock! I pretend I ' m a brownie! I go along with the straights! I indulge with the freaks! I feel a sense of belonging, touching the school, the people, the community, the environment, the world . . . me! But, often i escape into my own private box! Building a friendship. Friendships is belonging more to an organization, a club, perhaps a clique. I ' m adding on to a life, touching it’s inner feelings. I ' m almost too child-like. My life is one of several building blocks! Influence- LIES.., the determining factor at Clark The officers of C -Club Tom Geffert, Mark Lewandowski, and Bird Drapac try to keep order and establish a vote during their meeting. 78 Four of Clark ' s booster groups are the Poms, Twirlers, C -Club and Cheerleaders. Throughout the year these groups performed and helped boost school spirit, but acquiring membership is not based on total ability, but other factors. Why? Because . . . Poms, under the leadership of Rita Shimala added charm and variety to half¬ time shows, performed in parades, and danced at the Talent Show. Practice and perfection accounted for the flawless performances of the Pom Pon Corp. Led by Crystal Conley and Nancy Hetzel, the Twirlers provided enjoyment at all of their performances. Their sparkling outfits and smiles made half-time shows vibrate with excitement, happy or sad, the cheerleaders supported Clark and displayed their agility. Planning assemblies, and decorating lockers were all methods to promote enthusiasm and spirit. Refreshments, ushers, and cleanup duties are all activities of the Clark lettermen. i Jl - The highlight of the Language Department ' s activities, was the production of the Talent Show. The funds from both assemblies and the night show helped to defray the cost of the Honors’ Program. German Club, the most active of the three language clubs, sponsored many and varied activities. On the agenda for their annual Christmas Party was the traditional freshmen initiation, German telephone relay races, “Wo bist du? , sloppy joes and Santa—alias Brian Dust. The juniors and seniors were able to use their German, visiting Germantown in Chicago. Their Homecoming float, Total ’Em”, won second place in float competition. Proud and happy faces reflected he feeling of Spanish Club students when their Homecoming float, Berry the Wildcats,” won first place. Spanish Club activities included a trip to Candlelight Theatre, viewing Man of La Mancha, the famous story of Don Quixote. To maintain the Christmas atmosphere of faraway Spain, Spanish Club members broke a Pinidta at their Christmas Party. Spanish Club also sponsored the fourth trip to Spain, proving to be an exciting and educational excursion. French Club also participated in Many cultural activities. They attended two plays, L A VARE and LE ROI SE MEURT and frequently visited the Art Institute in Chicago. Because of a lack of interest, French Club was not in the Talent Show. In order to complete French Club ' s float, Dolores Pruett and Linda Novosel add the final touches. Dilingual students form funds and fashion festivity language clubs 81 Musical productions benefit from minoture crowds Wouldn’t it be unusual if the Music Department received as much support as the Athletic Department? Unusual? Yes. Probable? No. Out of the combined efforts of the Band, Orchestra, and Choral Department, many accomplishments, honors, and productions have arisen, throughout the year. The band held their Spring Concert, experimenting with selections of Comtemporary Music. The result proved to be an exciting and stimulating Concert. The Band conducted many fund-raising activities, hoping to raise money for new uniforms and instrument parts. The many choirs that make up the choral Department, headed by Mr. Church, Mr. Matusiak, and Mrs. Alden combined three times a year to produce the annual Fall, Holiday, and Spring concerts. Several members of the Concert and Girls ' Choirs, as well as the Serenaders ' and Girls ' Ensemble trayeled to Gary to participate in the solo contest, receiving twenty first place medals. Concert Choir, Serenaders and Girls’ Ensemble performed throughout the region while the younger Choirs and Ensembles performed within the local community. Clark’s Orchestra is the only orchestra within the Hammond School System. Receiving a first place in the Regional contest, proved that the orchestra, under the direction of Mr. David Matusiak, has accomplished the fine quality of a professional group. Although the Music Department has performed several fine shows throughout the year, a lack of cooperation and spirit was found among members of the student body at performances. 82 The enjoyment, effort, ond concentration necessary for a musician is visible in the faces of band members during a concert. Determination is seen in the face of Concert Choir members prepare for freshman band member. Bob Zajac, as the Holiday Concert as they watch he rehearses during band practice. John Lovrinic direct. Pat Price greets a Compass reporter by explaining the current events in our school. It only takes 21000 hours- POWDER HORN. PIONEER NEWS liberate! Often working late into the nights on Thursdays, the Pionneer News staff attempted to keep Clark students informed this year by publishing over thirty issues of the school newspaper. Room 206 became almost a home-away-from-home for many staff members as they wrote, typed, and printed the weekly publication under the guidance of Mr. George Muir, P.N. adviser. Overcoming a minor paper shortage, the P.N. was also troubled by a lack of student interest and involvement, making it necessary for twenty students to share most of the work. Changing the complete style of the yearbook. Powder Horn staff members attempted to tell the story of the 1973-74 school year as jt “really was!” Under the direction of Mr. Muir, Chris Bobos, editor-in-chief, concentrated on layout designs, theme and copy writing, sales, and money. With the goal set for an All American rating. Powder Horn staff members put in over 15,000 hours of work. Devoting Saturdays, Sundays, school days, and lunch hours, the staff produced a unique book. Setting their own headlines, changing layouts from section to section, adding essays, lengthening coverage, using spot color, a nd adding sixteen more pages were only a few of the ideas incorporated into this year ' s book. Because of its facts and traditionless look, some individuals (parents, neighbors, teachers, students . . .) will be surprised, others will not care, and some may get the wrong ideas . . . L 84 Upon completion of a deadline. Powder Horn editor, Chris Bobos pauses to reflect on submitted ideas and contemplates future deadlines. Eager to lend a hand to his staff. Pioneer News editor. Nelson Brown, gives instructions for completion on a bustling Thursday evening. In order to write the perfect copy for the Powder Horn, Margie Bobos realizes the need for constant revision of thoughts and ideas. Music Appreciation Club prepares to Precision and accuracy are the objects listen to member. Bob in completing a project displayed by Schraffenberger ' s album selections. Industrial Art Club members. The skill ond talent of Art Club member, Terry Franklin, are combined to produce the desired effect of her project. Students were eligible to sign up for activities on Thursdays, however, whether one was accepted or not in the organization or whether the activity was what he expected, was another story. One of the most prominent activities was our Student Council. During the course of the year the student council organized assemblies, planned dances or outside activities, and spoke of the improvements and the well-being of our school. The main objective of the Booster Club was encouraging spirit and raising money for athletic activities and other organizations. The Club consisted of the most enthusiastic members of the school. Conservation Club offered the opportunity for students to enjoy themselves during school time, seeing such unusual sights as buffalo, and less common forms of wild life at Jasper- Pulaski park. Bridge, Chess, and Pinochle, are games which are enjoyable and help provide for future entertainment as adults. Club members received the thrill of a winning game of the agony of defeat as they battled their opponents on a friendly basis. The primary concern of several activities; Home Economics, Sewing, Cooking, and Health Carreers Club ' s prepared students for the future as they were taught specifically about home-making. Activity days consist of over thirty clubs. Some might have been considered a waste, others a place to sleep, and others great. Activity day reveals talents and forms hobbies Activity Day reveals itself as being a day of inactivity for many uninterested students. Babysitting has become the alternative occupation of study hall teachers, because students fail to use the fifty minutes as a time to complete assignments. Through the interpretations of many students, the word ‘‘Study Hall ' ' was defined not as a place to study but as a place to sleep. Not only do students use this time for slumbering purposes but also as a lunch hour. When the teacher is engrossed in his work, a student nonchalantly slip a crispy barbacue potato chip into his mouth and chuckles because he has committed a misdemeanor without the teacher knowing. Besides sleeping and eating, students tended to get into mischief. Fighting, throwing paper wads, and defacing desks kept the “hyper¬ active” busy throughout the period. With the numberous activities it is disappointing to see students dissipate their time in study halls. Activities border on extinction- Inactivity replaced boredom While other students hock around during an activity study hall, Joyce Knox tried to use her time wisely. inactivity day 89 PASSWORD Nancy Kurella scans a bookshelf in the library in search of reference High school students are forced into a role-playing society. Non-conformity is actually conforming. Some students still don ' t fit in. From the bottle to the beaker, Jim Rodloff adds just enough to make it I sit in class with twenty minutes to go. I hate it, but can i help it? The counselors say that it’s a required subject. I go to them for help; i feel inhibited! What do i care? I won’t need it if i get married and have a job. I won ' t even need it in college, since i’m not majoring in this subject. Ten minutes to go . . . I sit and wander outside the concrete walls which enclose me in the forceful concentration, and wish i were out somewhere . . . maybe the Dunes ... or one of those parties . . . maybe drunk—i wish! Five minutes left, yet i swear it seems like hours. And wouldn ' t you know it, i was given the pleasure of an assignment, i know i won’t do because of the game. Ten seconds! I ' m out, thank God. I trod happily down the hall as if i just changed like Dr. Jekyll to Mr. Hyde. Role changing, from being a quiet, A- conduct, bored student to a D-conduct, exhuberant, A-scholarshipped one. I realize that i too, also have more than one side. I suppose i have to in order to survive. Why do i enjoy some classes and not the others? Is there something wrong with me or the teacher? Whatever . . . i look upon school not as an institution from which i ' m suppose to learn, but as a source to pick up information for later life. I then suppose i will pass my knowledge on to future generations. I imagine high school classes; the knowledge i receive can be paralleled to Password! theme 91 PractIque! UbEN SIe! PractIquez! If a visitor of our high school went walking common household items to proper nouns. down the hall, he certainly wouldn ' t Advanced Spanish students read novels expect to find several students reciting the and plays such as El Cuento and Don modern everyday alphabet and counting Quixote. Performing skits in front of the on their fingers. Amidst a crowd of foreign class or perfecting pronounciations. sounding voices he might have thought he German classes strived for a nod of the was in a mini United Nations. Practically head and “sehr gut as approval of their reliving elementary school, students under work. Original stories or biographies the college prep schedule learned a proved extremely difficult, fourth year second language the same way they advanced French students willingly learned their first. Spanish students attempted to think as well as write in the struggled through regular and irregular foreign language. Translating a foreign verbs and received Spanish names. They language proved to be very difficult for memorized vocabulary words from some. language classes 93 Reading, writing, and spelling are among the obligations of a freshman English student. Along with renewing their old acquired skills, they practice new techniques in order to broaden their knowledge of their own language. Proceeding along to sophomore English, there are generally found students with the characteristics of sweaty hands and nervous voices, who attempt to deliver their thoughts and demonstrate their talents through oral speeches. In second semester English the emphasis is changed from speaking to reading. Through traditio n, the accounts of Julius Caesar are analyzed with the hopes that the students learn to appreciate the works of Shakespeare. The creation of novels are also taken into consideration at this time. Junior English then begins to bring change to some of the old routine. Although novels are still read, the teachings of poetry are also introduced at this time. Another addition of knowledge, which is hardly greeted with a feeling of enthusiasm, is the writing of term papers. While some class time is given for these papers, many hours of English work must be spent outside of class to produce a paper within a six week period. 94 underclass english 95 SenIor ENqlish bRANchES out For the first time ever, Clark seniors this year had the opportunity to elect the types of English classes in which they wished to study. Advanced American literature students continued in their studies from junior year, reading Pulitzer Prize-winning novels, plays, and short stories. These works were then used as the basis for a term paper at the end of the semester. Drama class allowed interested seniors to develop their talents and skills in stagecraft, acting, memorization, and evaluation. The works of such English authors as Shakespeare, Milton, and Chaucer dominated the British literature classes, while students worked on themes and other task assignments. Themes were also a large part of the work in advanced compositions, where instruction centered around purpose, point of view, substance, structure, and style. Don Quixote, mythology, and other immortal works were read and analyzed by world literature students as they broadened their knowledge of international literature. Classics in poetry, plays, and novels were among the works used in the class. Seniors in advanced speech continued the training begun in sophomore year, delivering group discussions, oral interpretations, and speeches of persuasion and information; debate sessions were also introduced. College credit English was offered to students who had completed the required number of English courses for graduation. The class was offered through Purdue University Calumet Campus, and was held at Clark the second semester. 96 Concert Choir composed of Clark ' s most talented singers meeting every day during the third hour practice diligently in anticipation of o tour. Demonstrating that playing a musical instrument is a multi-faceted operation, Mike Carter coordinates finger movement while watching the sheet music. 98 Whether wishing to express their individuality or receive satisfaction in their work, art students found clay, paints, and construction paper the perfect media. Advanced painting students relied on such styles as unrealistic, op, abstract, and naturalistic when applying acrylic paint to canvases, or just a sheet of paper. Whether sketching, molding, constructing or painting artists applied individual styles and techniques in creating their talent proving projects. One might have wondered if a pool hall opened in the town or wished that the Music Man had come to town because of the decrease in the number of bandsmen. The decrease necessitated selling popcorn to defray the cost of sheet music and uniforms. Practicing an hour each day and several at night during football season, the band braved chilly Friday evenings to perform for halftime shows. As colder weather arrived and with it the basketball season, the pep band accompanied twirling and pom corps during the home basketball games, entertaining students and adults with their selections of popular music. Not only performing at athletic events the band presented three concerts. The Christmas, Winter and Spring Concerts comprised the trio of musical programs. The key word to the musical classes which enabled students to enjoy themselves while learning basic concepts involved in singing and playing instruments was creativity. Stage Orchestra met daily as well as in the evenings to rehearse for concerts. Accompanying the Concert Choir in sacred songs, orchestra members had the opportunity to play Classical, Baroque, and Renaissance pieces of music. The choral department consists of five different classes ranging from the less experienced students to the semi-pro Concert Choir. Practicing for their school concerts as well as outside concerts, choirs sang liturgical to modern types of music. Members of the department express their individual emotions through singing, while enjoying the benefits of working as a group. Musicians and artists enriched their lives while striving for excellence, personal satisfaction, and a degree of professionalism. For all—there is so much more to do—so much more to learn. A spAnk oF iNdividuAliTy taLent Past, Present, ancI onwarcI! With the aid of Social Studies, students broaden their knowledge of their country, other nations, and the people who inhabit them. Through the study of geography, students learn the important landmarks of many countries around the world, better acquainting themselves with America. History class helped to point out the problems facing the United States such as wars, governmental arguments and other uprisings which helped to shape America. World History classes took students from the studying of primitive man to the now present Cold War. With understanding the behavior of man as their theme, psychology students become more aware of man and his environments. Sociology and economics provided a pleasant surrounding for learnings. With the use of music, students studied in a more relaxed atmosphere. Government classes studied the political insititutions of the United States to complete this part of education. PREpAMNq For tNe Future Courses in business ed ucation are known around the school as worthwhile. You can learn many skills, like shorthand, business law, and typing which are practical for students entering the business world. Secretarial practice familiarized advanced shorthand students with personal financing, filing and the operation of adding machines. Symbol translation and memorization are the basic fundamentals drilled by the shorthand students. Bookkeeping students learned to understand the procedure of maintaining ledgers and balancing accounts. The typing classes strive to improve speed and skills through countless minutes of busy fingers. Filing, appearing as a full semester class this year, instructed its students in basic office procedures and swiftness in filing efficiently. Business machines, also a first, introduced various models of adding machines. These two classes were included last year as a part of clerical practice. The members of business math classes improved their adding accuracy without the use of an adding machine. 102 business 103 Effort is clearly visible on the face of Veronica Martinez as she does her daily warm-ups. From juMpiNq jAcks to housEwonk Math analysis, chemistry, and novels aren ' t all that is important in the making of a well-rounded person. A student also needs to be able to work with his hands as well as his mind. Clark provided students with classes where they could learn how to scramble an egg, care for their bodies, and sew on a button. Doing calisthenics or running eight laps at 8:1 5 in the morning, during the lingering chill, students experienced the drudgery of the required physical education course. Girls played games such as basketball and volleyball and practiced square dancing to help them coordinate their bodies. The President’s Physical Fitness Test was also administered. Girls willingly and sometimes not, participated in the program to learn their strength and ability. Although games aren ' t usually associated with the class room, boys ' P.E. certainly had their fill of them. Following the athletic season, gym students measured their knowledge and skill of a sport. Surprising to discover that cooking isn ' t as easy as mother makes it look, foods ' students familiarize themselves with the measurements and utensils used in preparing meals. Upset stomachs became familiar and frequent to both sexes. Experimentation on recipes from dessert to main courses gave students the endurance and the taste to become a gourmet chef. Unsure seamstresses in Sewing tried their hands at stitching jumpers and hopeful outfits, while advanced pupils used their skill and determination, combined with patience to practice different stitches and sew more complex garments for their wardrobes. Gym and home economic classes proved helpful to many students with the realization of themselves as individuals. physical education—home economics 105 Mark Markovich finds activity day study hall a good time to catch up on the latest recipes. Just a NUMbER ' FiquRES Add up Deep in concentration, sophomore Ivone Gierymski searches for the correct algebra equation. Sophomore students leam the use of the protractor in geometry class. Carol Hritz strives to graph sinusoids in her third hour math analysis class. Cathy Kristoff copies her proof on the board as an example for her classmates. Reciting theorems and postulates was a common practice as college-bound freshmen were challenged with algebra 1 and 2 in their first year of high school math. General math was available to those who were not planning to attend college. In geometry sophomores studied conjunctions and disjuncitons in order to construct trut h tables. Writing two-column proofs on the board was also a daily exercise. Along with an introduction to the slide rule, advanced algebra challenged college-bound juniors with more involved algebraic concepts. Knowledge of probability aided in the understanding of odds and games of chance. Senior math analysis classes found solutions to equations by drawing graphs of trigonometric functions. Logarithm tables enabled students to find square roots by an easier method. math 107 With the advantage of the new addition to Clark school, pupils who possess an interest in Industrial Art, obtained more effective knowledge. Applying their wisdom to objects in the home, electronics students studied the fundamentals of electricity which would help them to further their career. Mechanical drawing shop increased its facilities to offer a more improved chance of learning, first the fundamentals in dimensioning and sketching and then advancing into the basic principles to projects such as landscaping and home design. Woodworking class, after acquainting themselves with the various tools which they are to use, begin by building such things as ashtrays and bookcases, then advance to other and various projects. Giving the students the fundamentals of metal working was the purpose of metal shop. Boys in the class made articles which could be used in the home while learning to use all the machinery in the shop. These classes helped to prepare the boys for their future in the Industrial Arts. 108 To dusT you sIiaII return Biology and chemistry classes employed the mathematical principles learned in algebra and geometry when analyzing data. Science came alive for biology students as they studied the life processes of a pig and a fruit fly by dissecting them. Besides combining algebra and geometric processes, chemistry students used Avogadro ' s number to compute large quantities of molecules. Bubbly potions characterized advanced chemistry assignments as students donned aprons and safety glasses to protect them when mixing acids or heating compounds. Earth science students completed countless work sheets as they studied mineralogy, geology,, oceanography, and astronomy, after which the knowledge was applied to daily living in several ways. Students enrolled in general science classes were taught on a non-technical basis. Conducting class experiments allowed students to gain an understanding of a broader range of the sciences. Freshman Jeff Serafin examines fhe microscopic world. Photogenic Jim Buehler finds a quiet place to escape reality, to relax, and to flex his muscles. Mike Becich and John Biel listen attentively to Miss McCampbell as she lectures on writers of American literature. While participating in a junior activity, Kevin Herakovich takes advantage of a quiet moment with his special someone. I am bored again with myself, with school, everything. I notice a dictionary. I look up people; definition—jocks; rahs; brownies; freaks, a student type. I wonder why our lives and actions are labeled. My life is like puzzles. When all the pieces are interlocked they form a complete picture, and this puzzle could be my entire life. I think about how people ‘ clique together and tighten the grooves to get in. But even so . . . My personality, my life might be considered a block. A child plays with his building blocks ... he builds them up into a single structure and suddenly it is broken. Why is it, people who drink, smoke cigarettes or dope, cheer, participate, butter up, or . . .1 imagine its life, but more than a bowl of cherries. Why does the structure fall and the figure remain . . . and then get built up again . . . and then fall. People, Clark students, faculty, administration it ' s just a matter of who you are and who you know that counts. A figure is unique a structure is standard. Who wins? STRUCTURE tfs. FIGURE MRS. MERRY SIARA: Nurse; Health Careers Club; hobbies include talking, listening, caring, sharing—living free. MR. JIM CASEY: General Business, Typing; Chess Club, Stock Club; classroom has been invaded by bees, wasps and birds. MR. ORAL WATKINS: Physics, Algebra; Athletic Financial Manager; Golf Coach; Pinochle Club; enjoys bowling, golfing and fishing. MR. MICHAEL UNGER: Chemistry; philosophy is to understand life and enjoy it to its fullest. MR. JAMES T. BOYLE: Business Math, Business Machines, Filing; enjoys playing golf and watching athletic MR. DAVE HEIN: Woodworking; Industrial Arts Club; thoroughly enjoys spending free time outdoors. MISS DOROTHY WALLACE: Algebra, Math Analysis; spent Christmas and Easter vacations in Florida. MR. GARY M. RIDGLEY: Geometry, Math; was named to 1973 Outstanding College Athletes of America. MRS. CAROL L. AVERY: Sewing; Twiriers; is teased by other teachers for being a big eater. MISS DIANA WOZNIAK: Math, Geometry; spends her free time knitting, liquid embroidering and velvet painting. MR. ELDON BUSS: Business Machines, Bookkeeping; Business Department Chairman; enjoys taking color slides of western United States. MR. WAYNE M. HOBBS: Vocational Information; Industrial Cooperative Training Coordinator; enjoys camping and sports spectating. MR. EMERSON ALDRICH: Algebra, Advanced Algebra; Math Department Chairman; hobbies include growing flowers ond photography. MR. GEORGE C. MUIR: Freshman English, Journalism; Pioneer News, Powder Horn Advisor; hobbies are reading and camping. filCllltiJ mr. Iccky -resigns Mr. Durward D. Lockey has been principal of G.R.C. for nearly thirteen years and has announced that he is retiring. Mr. Lockey received degrees from Platteville State Teachers’ College in Wisconsin and Indiana State. Prior to his position at Clark, Mr. Lockey served as math teacher and Dean of Students at Morton School. He was then principal of Irving School from 1950 to 1961, when he came to Clark following the death of Principal O.B Hayward. Mr. Lockey will always be fondly remembered for his fine job as principal at Clark, but his school spirit was something else. His Beat Whiting shirts will never be forgotten by Clarkites. faculty 115 faciltj rrr. rrur krtftJ Mr. George C. Muir is Clark ' s Publications Adviser. He is in charge of the Powder Horn and Pioneer News. Mr. Muir received degrees from Eastern Illinois and the University of Illinois. He has been at Clark for nineteen years. He has travelled extensively with some of his more interesting stops being Canada, the British Isles, New Zealand and our own United States. Recently Mr. Muir had the distinction of being named Adviser of the Year” by the Indiana High School Press Association Adviser Division. Mr. Muir ' s unceasing vitality and devotion to his students serves to make him the very popular teacher that he is. MR. RICHARD CARPIO: Basic English; spends his spare rime reading and collecting antiques. MRS. CAROL HUBER: Basic Reading, Developmental Reading; Reading Club; enjoys working with crossword and jigsaw puzzles. MISS NANCY MAUDER: Basic Reading; hobbies include rug making, embroidery, sewing, reading and yoga. MISS DOLORES McCAMPBELL: Junior English, Advanced American Literature, Advanced Composition; English Department Chairman. MRS. NORMA PETERSON: attempted to extinguish a fire outside of her classroom. MR. EVERETT THOMAS: Dean of Students; receives writers cramp from passes and spends free time in Corral. MRS. JEANNE ARONSON: Earth Science, Geography; Rock Hound Club; traveled to Istanbul and Rome. MR. WILLIAM R. MUELLER: World History, Geography; hobbies include golfing, bowling, raising fish and growing plants. MR. DARRELL G. CHURCH: Daily Girls ' Chorus, Boys ' Ensemble, Girls’ Choir, Concert Choir; Serenaders, Girls ' Ensemble, Stage Crew. MR. DAVID WM. MATUSIAK: Orchestra, Mixed Chorus; Stage Crew; is the principal tubist with the Northwest Indiana Symphony Orchestra. MR. JEFFREY YELTON: Biology; Assistant Freshman Football, Assistant Varsity Track Coach; Biology, Gymnastics Club. MR. JOHN HESLIN: American, World History; Student Council, Conservation Club; hobbies include skiing and weight-lifting. MISS KATHLEEN MAZUR: Spanish; Spanish Club, Senior Class, Pom Pons; hobbies are needlecrafts, sewing and bicycling. MR. RICHARD GROSS: Government, Psychology; Assistant Wrestling Coach; believes athletics teaches sportsmanship and ethics. MISS DORIS MYERS: Freshman, Sophomore Counselor; spends her free time at a cottage at Michiana Shores with Snuggles. MRS. LYNNE KOSTOPOULOS: German; German Club, Bridge Club; hobbies include traveling and all MR. JACK WILLIAMSON: Head Baseball, Assistant Football Coach; Pinochle Club, Junior Class. MR. JOHN KOSTOPOULOS: American, World History; Bridge Club; is Indiana ' s 1973 all events record holder in bowling. MRS. MARILYN RIZZO: Sewing, Advanced Sewing; Sewing Club; enjoys skiing, bike riding, gardening and cooking. MRS. ANITA ALDEN: Mixed Chorus; was a member of the Indiana University Singing Hoosiers. MR. FORREST WELCH: Senior Counselor; is a professional scuba diver and underwater photographer. MISS MARGARET IDE: Foods, Advanced Foods; Home Economics Club; enjoys golfing and playing bridge, was “nuts about Hawaii. MR. JAMES HOEZEL: Photography Qub; hobbies include writing, photography and traveling. faculty rrr. aMricti -retires Mr. Emerson Aldrich has been a teacher in the Hammond school system for thirty-two years. He has spent twenty-seven of those years at Clark. Mr. Aldrich received his Bachelor and Master ' s degrees from Indiana State University. Since he was a former baseball coach at Clark, Mr. Aldrich is still very interested in athletics. None of his students will forget his vast collection of plants either, as they are displayed in his classroom. Mr. Aldrich is very interested in his students and enjoys watching and helping them develop. He is retiring this year and will be sorely missed. MRS. BARBARA DOBAK: Head Librarian; likes getting kids hooked on reading by teaching basic library skills. MRS. VIRGINIA LELAND: Science, Biology; Biology Club, Junior Class, Mat Maids; breeds and shows English Bulldogs. MR. TIM HOVANEC: American History; Freshman Basketball Coach; Booster Club; enjoys playing tennis, baseball and basketball. MR. EMIL BARNEY: Power Mechanics, Drafting, Math; interests include camping, fishing, bowling and raising MR. JIM RENZ: American History; Head Freshman Football, Junior Varsity Basketball Coach; C-Club; enjoys umpiring and lawn work. MRS. CAROL TALABAY: American, British, World Literature; enjoys reading and needlecrafts, is working for her Master ' s degree. MRS. GLORIA BOYDEN: Librarian; Audio-Visual Coordinator; Audio- Visual Club; enjoys all types of needlework ond crofts. MR. JOSEPH P. MILLER: Government; Social Studies Department Chairman; has a secret ambition of being a professional football player. MISS MARY E. RICHARDS: Freshman English; Sophomore Class; spends her free time reading and cooking. MR. JOSEPH HUBER: Math; Assistant Varsity Baseball Coach; his free time is spent taking car of his wife. MRS. CAROL CORE: Physical Education; Cheerleaders ' , G.A.C.; secret ambition is winning an Olympic gold medal in gymnastics. MR. RONALD SIEMAN: Physical Education; Varsity Basketball, Tennis Coach; spends his free time with his Faculty rrc peterscr -remcmfcerciJ Mr. Al Peterson; 1925-1974. Teacher, coach and devoted father and husband are a few of the words that can describe Mr. Al Peterson. Twenty-eight years of his life were spent at Clark where he taught Biology and coached football, baseball, basketball, and golf. Mr. Peterson attended Indiana University where he received his BA and Master degrees. He also played on the first Big Ten Championship football team of 1945. Mr. Peterson—a friend, a man of high character, a man dedicated in his field of science education. He was an honorable man with high ideals and principles. His passing leaves a great loss to our school and community. 120 MR. AL PETERSON: Biology; Science Department Chairman; was a fond lover of ecology and enjoyed all MR. D.D. LOCKEY: Principal; enjoys all aspects of gardening; has done much traveling throughout the United States. As head varsity football coach, Mr. Al Peterson compiled a 25-26-3 record during a six-year stint. He also coached golf and basketball. Mr. Peterson died on January 30. Teachers, students, his wife and daughters will never forget Mr. Al Peterson—a great man. MR. ARNOLD CORDER: Supervisor of Guidance; National Honor Society; enjoys traveling and gardening. MR. JAMES A. TURNER: Freshman, Business English, hobbies are golfing, playing bridge and wood-working. MR. A.J. ESTHERHAY: Assistant Principal; hobbies include traveling, photography and wood-working. MR. PAUL GUIDEN: Freshman, Junior Counselor; was an NDEA Fellow at the University of Southern California. MR. DALE WINGEN: Metals, Exploratory Metals; Industrial Arts Club; enjoys building model railroads . MR. DICK HEMINGWAY: Wood, Electrical Shop; Head Track, Assistant Varsity Football Coach; has become a 122 DEBBIE ABNER—Art 1 2; Choral Deportment 9; Health Careers 11; Home Economics 10; Sewing 9. EISA AGUIRRE NANCY ANDROSKAUT-Booster 9-12; Choral Department 9-10; Health Careers 9,12; Home Economics 10-12(Trea. 1 1). PHIL ANTIUA PAULETTE ATWOOD-Band 9-11; Booster 9-1 1; Chess 10; Conservation 12; Sewing 1 1. DIANE BABINEC—Athletic Aids 11; Booster 9-12; Chess 12; Freshman Class Sec.; Conservation 12; GAC 10-12; Home Economics 10,1 1; Music Appreciation 11,12; Pinochle 11; Student Council 9; Volleyball 12; Teahouse of the August Moon. JIM BAILEY—Band 9-12; Orchestra 9-12. ROBERTA BANAS-Booster 9,10; Conservation 11,12; Choral Department 9,10; French 9,10; Music Appreciation 10; Orchestra 10; Sewing 11. seniors receive awards RAY BARAN Y-Booster 9-12; Conservation 11,12; Rock Hounds 11; Stage Crew 9-12. ADRIENNE BARNABY-Athletic Aids 11; Booster 9-12; Chess 9,10,- Conservation 11,12 (Cab. 12); GAC 10-12; Gymnastics 12; Music Appreciation 11,12; Pinochle 11 ; Pioneer News 11,12; (Exchange 12); Powder Horn 12; Spanish 9,10,12; Student Council 10,11; Volleyball 12. JOE BELLOVICH-Chess 9; Conservation 11,12; Cross Country 9; Football 9; Soccer 9; Stage Crew 9,10; Track 9. SHERRY BLASTICK-Booster 9-12 (Cab. 10-12); Cheerleader 9-12; Choral Department 10-12; George M 11; National Honor Society 11, 12; Pioneer News 1 2 (Typist); Quill and Scroll 12; Serenaders 12; Spanish 9,10; Student Council 9-12 (Cab. 12). RICH BOBBY—Basketball 9-12; C-Club 12; Football 9; Tennis 10; Track 9-1 1. CHRIS BOBOS-Booster 9-12; Conservation 12; Choral Department 9-12; Cross Country 9; David and Lisa 9; George Mil; Junior Rotarian 12; National Honor Society 11,12; Pioneer News 9,10 (Production Editor); 11 (Assistant Editor and News Editor); Powder Horn 9-1 1 (Copy Editor, 12 (Editor-in-Chief); Quill and Scroll 11,12; Serenaders 11,12; Spanish 9,10; Stage Crew 9; Student Council 11 (Cab.), 1 2 (Rep.); John Butler Award; Summertree; Thespians 9-12; Track 9. THOMAS BOBOS—Basketball 9,10; C-Club 11,12; Choral Department 9, 10; Cross Country 9-12; German 9-1 1; National Honor Society 11,12; Pinochle 1 1,12; Student Council 12 (Cab.); Hoosier Boys ' State,- Track; Top Ten 10. TINA BOBOS-Booster 9,10 (Rep.), 12 (Cab.),- Conservation 12; Choral Department 9-12; Flag Corps 10; George Mil; Girls ' Ensemble 11; Health Careers 11,12; Music Appreciation 12; Orchestra 12 (Sec.); Powder Horn 12 (Ad. Editor); Serenaders 12; Sewing 9- 12; Spanish 9,10 (Sec.), 11 (Vice President), 12; Stage Crew 11,12; Poms 11,12. MOLLIE BODIE—Band 9,10; Booster, 9-1 2; Conservation 12; Choral Department 9-12; GAC 1 1; George Mil; Orchestra 1 1,12; Serenaders 12; Stage Crew 1 1,12; Thespians 9-10; All State Choir. MAUREEN BONDI-Athletic Aids 11,12; Booster 9-12; Conservation 11,12; GAC 11,12; Mat Maids 11,12 (Capt.) Pinochle 11,12; Powder Horn 12 (Ad. Ed.); Quill and Scroll 11,12; Sewing 11,12; Spanish 9-1 1 (Treo.), 12. JANELLEN BORZA-Art 9; Booster 9,11; Choral Department 9; Future Secretaries 12; Health Careers 10; Home Economocs 1 2; Sewing 11. AMY BOSTWICK-Band 9-11, Booster 9-12; Choral Department 9-12; Forensics 10; French 9-12; George M 11; Music Appreciation 11,12; Orchestra 9-12; Pinochle 12; Serenaders 12; Stage Crew 9-12. The senior class chose Greg Granger to lead it as class president. Greg assisted the class sponsors. Miss Mazur and Mr. Shephard along with La rry Cuculic as vice president, Susan Witzke as secretary, and treasurer Colette Lewandowski. Many seniors deserve honorable mention for their intellectual ability. The year ' s valedictorian is Cindy Tonkovich, and the salutatorian is Nelson Brown. The Top Ten of the senior class were traditionally chosen also. The Clark recipient of the Daughters of the American Revolution Award was Cindy Tonkovich. National Merit Finalist was Mike Ford, and Crystal Snowe was Semi-finalist. Fifteen per cent of the senior class was chosen for National Honor Society. These students were named on the basis of grade and popularity chosen by the teachers. Based on their popularity and judged by their peers, ideal seniors were chosen and announced at the Senior Class Dance. On June 5, after four years of laughs, tears, joys, and sorrows the seniors graduated and went on to greet their futures. HELEN BRONOWICKI—Booster 9-11; Bridge 12; Chess 9-12; Choral Department 9,10; German 9-12; National Honor Society 1 1,12; Pinochle 9,11; Powder Horn 12 (Copy Ed.); Quill and Scroll 12; Top Ten 4; Society of Outstanding American High School Students 11. DONNA BROWN-Band 9,10; Booster 9-1 1; Bridge 10; Future Secretaries 12; GAC 10,11; German 10; Pinochle 11; Twirlers 10-12. NELSON BROWN-Booster 9-11; Chess 9-11; Junior Rotarian 12; Library 10; Pioneer News 1 1 (Features Ed.) 12 (News Ed., Editor-in-Chief); Salutatorian; Society of Outstanding American High School Students 11; Outstanding Teenager of American 1 1; Hoosier Boys’ State 12. ROBERTA BROWN-Athletic Aids 11; Booster 11,12; Chess 10,1 1,- French 9-12 (Trea.); Pinochle 1 2; Powder Horn (Copy Ed. SHEILA BRUMMETT—Choral Department 9; Future Secretaries 12; Health Careers 11; Home Economics 12. JIM BUEHLER-AVO 9,10, Band 9, Booster 9-12; C-Club 9-12; Conservation 1 2; Football 9-12; Student Council 9-12; Track 9, 10; Wrestling 9-12. HENRY BUGAJSKI—Booster 9; Bridge 12; Chess 9-11; Football 9; Pinochle 1 1,12; Spanish 9,10. TOM CANNER-Chess 9-11, Football 9. DALE CARPENTER—Basketboll 9; Booster 9-12; Chess 10,11; Conservation 12; Cross Country 10; Football 9; Pinochle 12. BILL CERVONE-Chess 10; Conservation 12; Choral Department 9-11; Spanish 9. CONCHITA CHAVARRIA-Booster 10-12; Future Secretaries 12 (Pres.); Stage Crew 12; Student Counal 10 . MARY JO CHOVANEC—Athletic Aids 11,12; Booster 9- 12, 10-11 (Rep.) 12 (Cab.); Conservation 12; Choral Department 9-12; David and Lisa; French 9-11; GAC 9- 12; George Mil; Girls ' Ensemble 1 1,- Powder Horn 12 (Sports Ed.); Serenades 12; Student Council 11,12. In her freshman year, Mary Jo Chovanec portrays a school teacher in the alt-school play David and Lisa. In his sophomore year, Gus Flaris portrays the little boy in the oil-school play Summer Tree. LINDA aOGHESSY—Booster 9-12; Chess 10,11; Junior Class Sec.; Conservation 12; Choral Department 9,11; Future Secretaries 1 2; GAC 10-12 (Trea.); Music Appreciation 12; Student Council 9,10. MICHAEL COLE—Bridge 1 2; Chess 9-11; Conservation 11,12; Cross Country 11,12; Football 9; German 12; Pinochle 9; Track 1 1. CRYSTAL CONLEY-Booster 9-12; Bridge 10; Cheerleader 9; Chess 9; Choral Department 9-12; Futuere Secretaries 12; George Mil; Girls ' Ensemble 11; Music Appreciation 12; Pinochle 11; Student Council 9,10; Twirlers 10-12 (Leader). BARBARA COTTON-Art 12; Health Careers 11. LARRY CUCULIC—Baketball 9-12; Booster 9-11; C-Club 9- 11; Chess 10,11; Senior Class Officer (V. Pres.); Conservation 11,12; Choral Department 9-11; Cross Country 9-12 (M.V.P. 11,12; Captain 12); George M 11; Junior Rotarian 12; National Honor Society 11,12; Pinochle 11; Spanish 9 fTrea.) 10 (Pres.); Student Council 12; Track 9-12 (Captain 12). JOE DELGADO JERRY DETLOFF BARB DOMASICA—Booster 9-12; Future Secretaries 12; GAC 10,11; Home Economics 11; Library 11; Music Appreciation 10; Student Council 11 (Rep.). SUE DORA—Band 9-12; Booster 10; Conservation 12; German 11,12; Health Careers 10,12; Orchestra 11,12; Red Crass 10; Spanish 9; Thespians 9-11. PETER DRAC GREG DRAPAC—Basketball 9, 10; Booster 9,10; C-Club 10- 12; Chess 11; Conservation 12; Cross Country 9-12; Pinochle 11; Spanish 9,10; Stage Crew 9,10; Student Council 9 (Rep.), 12 (S.C. Sec.); Track 9-12. MARLENE DROBA-Booster 9-12; Chess 11,12; Conservation 11; Choral Department 9-12; Flag Corps 11; Future Secretaries 12; GAC 11,12; Pinochle 10-12; Pom s 12; Spanish 9,10. setters recap 4 jears Freshman year . . . Remember how small we were, and what we didn’t know but thought we did? Everyone was older, bigger, and superior. Remember the students in plays and concerts? Those were pople to be idolized. David and Lisa was the all school play in ’71. We went to see it because it was the “cool” thing to do, and then we found out that it was worth the time. Sophomore year was an improvement. We had someone below us and we made a point to keep reminding them of it. More of us ventured into the new brave world of the theater. As it turned out, the majority of the cast of Summer Tree was the Class of ' 74. Main characters included Gus Flaris and Chris Bobos. Junior year was better than ever. Although we had no Junior Class Play (life isn ' t always a basket of roses), the musical George M made up for it. With an orchestra like the Philharmonic, and a cast like Broadway, a standing ovation each night was the only answer. What more can we ask for as Seniors, except another year to look back on. LAURA DUBISH PATTY DUDZIK-Booster 9-11 (Cob.), 12; Chess 9; Junior Class Officer (Treo.); Choral Department 9,10; Flag Corps 10; GAC 10-12; German 12; Honors Program (Mexico); National Honor Society 11,12; Pinochle 10; Powder Horn 11,12; Quill and Scroll 12; Spanish 9-12 (Pres.); Student Council 11 (Cab.),- Poms 11. BOB DUGAN-Booster 9-1 2 (Cab.); Chess 11; Football 12; Latin 9,10; Soccer 11,12; Student Council 12; Wrestling 11,12. BRIAN DUST-AVO 10; Booster 11; Football 10,11; German 10-12; Media 11; Rock Hounds 12; Thespians 12; Teahouse of the August Moon. MARTY DYBEL-Art 11; Booster 9-12; Choral Department 9-12 (Bus. Mngr.); Forensics 10; George M 11; Music Appreciation 12; Pinochle 12; Serenaders 11,12; Spanish 9,10; Thespians 11,12. PAUL DYDEK—Booster 9-11; Football 9; Music Appreciation 10,11; Pinochle 11,12; Spanish 9,10. ELAINE DZIADOSZ—Athletic Aids 11, Bond 9,10; Booster 9-12; Chess 10; Choral Department 9-11; Flag Corps 11; Pinochle 1 1; Pioneer News 1 1; Spanish 9-11; Thespians 9; Poms 12. MARK ENTROP ELLEN EXCELL—Booster 9-12; Chess 11; Conservation 12; Choral Department 9-11; Future Secretaries 1 2; Mat Maids 11,12; Pinochle 10,1 1; Powder Horn 10; Spanish 9-12 (Trea.); Student Council 10,12. BARB FALDA BILL FETT-AVO 9-12; Band 9-12; Basketball 9; Booster 9-12; Chess 9,10; Conservation 12; Cross Country 10- 12; Football 9; German 9-12; Media 9-12; Orchestra 9- 12; Pinochle 9-11; Stage Crew 11,12; Track 9-11 PAM FILIP GUS FLARIS—AVO 9; Biology 9; Booster 11; Conservation 12; Choral Deportment 9-12; Forensics 11 ; George Mil; German 9; Reading 9; Serenaders 11,12; Summertree; Thespians 1 1,12. TERRY FLOREK-AVO 9,10; Cross Country 9; Media 11,12; Photography 12; Spanish 11,12. MIKE FORD GREG FRANCIS Here I am, in my senior year of high school ready to step out in the world frightened and unknown. Am I going to go to College and make something of myself? no—that’s not me. Or will I go to work in the steel mills or be a secretary and make a lot of money? no—that seems so boring to do for the rest of life. Will I be a good Samaritan and help everyone I can? no— that isn’t me either. I might even get married. Oh wow, can you inagine me raising a family. What if my boyfriend John asks me to get married. Am I ready? no—I’m not ready. I know what I can do. I can go out and proclaim my freedom by renting an apartment and Boogie-ing. But no—I don’t know what I want to do with the rest of my life. Will it be College, work, Samaritism, raising a family, or just plain hacking off. Being a senior is the earliest and hardest part of my entire life. I have a whole future with unknown surprises awaiting me. Some disgraceful, some joyful, some disappointing. Again I can’t stop here . . . allege, week, cr me? 126 PEGGY FRANCIS—Booster 9-11; Future Secretaries 12; Home Economics 12; Sewing 9-11. TERRI FRITZ—Athletic Aids 12; Band 9-11; Booster 9-12; Choral Department 10-12; French 9-12; George Mil; Girls ' Ensemble 11,12; 974 Basketball Homecoming Queen; National Honor Society 11,12; Pinochle 12; Thespians 10,1 1; Top Ten 8. DAVID FULLER—Baseball 9.10; Pinchle 11,12. CHRISTINE FURTO—Booster 9-12; Choral Department 9,10; French 11,12; Home Economics 11,12 (sec); Picochle 12; Spanish 9,10. MARK FUSAK-Chess 9,10; Conservation 11,12. DEBI GAIDA—Band 9-12; Health Careers 10; Home Economics 12; Thespians 9-11. DOLORES GAITENS—Athletic Aids 12; Band 9-12; Booster 9-12; Cheerleader 9-12; Chess 9,10; Choral Department 9-12; Future Teachers of America 1 2; Girls ' Ensemble 1 2; Notional Honor Society 11,12; Orchestra 11; Spanish 9,10. JOHN GALUS—AVO 9; Booster 10-12; Conservation 11,12; Football 9; Pinochle 11,12; Spanish 10. LARRY GASPAR—Baseball 9-12; Basketball 9,1 1, Booster 9-12; C-Club 12; Cross Country 10; Football 9; Pinochle 11,12; Spanish 9,10; Tennis 1 1. JOE GAYLOR—Baseball 9-12; Basketball 9; Booster 9- 12; C-Club 11,12; Freshman Class Officer (Trea); Conservation 12; Choral Department 9-12; Football 9- 12; George MU; Serenaders 1 1,12; Student Council 9- 1 2 (Cab.). TOM GEFFERT-Basketball 9; Booster 9-1 1 (Cab.); C- Club 11 (Sgt. of Arms), 1 2 (Pres.); Choral Department 10-12; Football 9-12 (Captain, All-Conf. Off. Guard, Defensive End, All-Region Off. Guard); George Mil; Soccer 9-12; Student Council 9-12; Track 10,11. DEBBIE GERENDA—Booster 9,10; Choral Deportment 9- 11; GAC 10; Health Careers 11; Home Economics 9-11; Music Appreciation 12. JON GLASS SHELLY GOOTEE-Art 9,10; Athletic Aids 1 1; Booster 9-12; Conservation 11,12; Future Secretaries 12; German 12; Library 11; Music Appreciation 1 2; Pinochle 11 , 12 . TERRI GORKA-Band 9-11; Booster 9 (Rep.) 10-12; Chess 9-1 2; Choral Department 9-11; Health Careers 9- 12; Spanish 9,10. RICHARD GOUGEON-AVO 9; Cross Country 10-12; Football 9,10; Future Teachers of America 9; Track 10 , 11 . MARILOU GRENCHIK—Athletic Aids 1 1,12; Booster 9- 12; Chess 10; GAC 11,12; Mat Molds 1 1,12, Music Appreication 12; Powder Horn 12; Spanish 9,10. ANDREW GRESKOVICH-Art 12; Booster 9-12; Chess 9,10; Music Appreciation 11; Spanish 9,10; Thespians 9. KAREN GROSS-Booster 9-12; Health Careers 12; Library 11; National Honor Society 11,12; Orchestra 9- 11; Pinochle 12; Pioneer News 10,11 (Features Ed.), 12 (Editor-in-Chief, New Ed.); Quill and Scroll 11,12; Spanish 9-11 (Trea.); Ball State Journalism Workshop; Top Ten 9. JEANNE HADDAD-Booster 9-11; Conservation 10-12; Choral Deportment 9,10; Future Teachers of America 9; German 10-12; Spanish 9-11; Thespians 9-12. DON HAIG—Band 9-12; Booster 9-12; C-Club 10-12; Conservation 12; Football 9-12; Future Teachers of America 9; Latin 9-11; Music Appreciation 1 1,12; National Honor Society 11,12; Orchestra 9-12; Thespians 10; Track 9; Top Ten 7; Westling 9,10; Powder Horn 12; Kiwanis Scholar 12. AUDREY HALIK—Athletic Aids 10,1 1; Booster 9-11, Choral Deportment 9-12; Flag Corps 11; GAC 10-12; George Mil; Girls ' Ensemble 11; Music Appreciation 12; Serenaders 12; Student Council 9,10; Poms 12 (Asst. Leader). GERRILYN HARRELL-Booster 9-11; Home Economics 11; Sewing 11. PATTY HAUCK-Band 10; Booster 10; Health Careers 9- 12; Home Economics 9-12; Sewing 10,1 1; Stage Crew 9; Thespians 9. MIKE HEALY PAT HERNANDEZ NANCY JO HETZEL-Booster 9-12; Choral Department 9; GAC 9; Health Careers 12; Sewing 11,12; Twirlers 11,12 (Leader). NANCY HIMES SUE HOLMAN—Art 10; Athletic Aids 1 I; Booster 9-12 (Cob.); Bridge 12; Choral Department 9,10; National Honor Society 12; Pinochle 1 2; Pioneer News 12 (Calumet Day Correspondent); Powder Horn 1 2 (Faculty Ed.); Quill and Scroll 12; Spanish 9-1 2; Student Coundl 9 (Rep.); George Washington University Secondary School Honors Program; Thespians. CAROL HRITZ-Booster 9-12 (Rep.); Chess 10; Choral Department 9-11; Girls ' Ensemble 11; Health Careers 12 (Sec.); National Honor Society 12; Pinochle 11,12; Pioneer News 12 (Cir.); Quill and Scroll 12; Spanish 9,10. DONNA HUTSKO—Athletic Aids 1 1,12; Booster 9-12 (Alt. 9, Rep. 10, Cab. 11, Sec. 12); Choral Department 9-12; Flog Corps 11; GAC 9; George Mil; German 11, Health Careers 12 (Pres.); Mat Maids 12; Powder Horn 12 (Ad. Ed.); Semaders 1 2; Sewing 11; Student Council 10; Poms 12; Quill and Scroll 12. KATHY HUTSKO-Booster 9-12 (Rep.), 1 2 (Cab.); Chess 9,10; Choral Department 9,10; Future Secretaries 12 (Tree.); Home Economics 9,10; Pinochle 9-1 1; Pioneer News 11,12 (Typist); Stage Crew 9,10; Thespians 9-11. LINDA JAKUBCZYK—Athletic Aids 11,12; Booster 9-12; GAC 9-12 (V. Pres ); 1973 Junior Class Attendant; Powder Horn 12 (Sports Ed.); Spanish 9-12; Student Council 9,10,12 (Cab.); Tennis 12; Thespians 10,11; Volleyball Team 12. KAREN JAKUBOWICZ-Band 9-12; Booster 9-11; Chess 10; Health Careers 12; Music Appreciation 12; Pinochle 12; Spanish 9,10; Thespians 11. DONNA JENTSCH EUGENE JUSTAK-Art 9,10; AVO 9; Basketball 9; Biology 9; Booster 9; Conservation 11,12; Cross Country 9; Stoge Crew 9,10. KATHY KALENA—Athletic Aids 12; Booster 9-12 (Tree.); Chess 9,10; GAC 9; Health Careers 12; Spanish 9,10. ROCHELLE KAMINSKY KEN KASNEY—Baseball 9; C-Club 11,12; Chess 9; Football 9; Golf 10-12; Pincochle 10,12; Spanish 9,10; Student Council 10.11. WENDELL KEITH-AVO 9,10; Chess 9-11; Choral Deportment 9-12; Cross Country 12; French 1 2; George Mil; Music Appreciation 11,12; National Honor Society 11,12; Pinochle 12; Reading 9; Serenaders 12; Stage Crew 10-12. ROGER KEKEIS—Booster 9; Industrial Arts 12; Music Appreciation 11; Pinochle 11. FRED KERNER-Booster 9, Pinochle 9,10,12. JOCEYLN KESSLER TOM KNAZUR JOHN KOCSIS-Booster 9-12; Spanish 9-12. MARYANNE KOLODZIEJ-Booster 9-12 (Rep.); Choral Department 9-11; Music Appreciation 12; Pinochle 12; Sewing 11,12; Spanish 9,10. JOHN KOVACH—Baseball 9-2; Basketball 9,10; Booster 11; C-Club 10-12; Sophomore Class V. Pres., Junior Class Pres.; Conservation 12; Choral Department 9-11; Football 9-12; George Mil; German 9; Pinochle 11,12; Student Council 9,10. RICHARD KOVACH—Baseball 9,10; Conservation 12; German 10,11; Stage Crew 10-12. JOE KOVACIK—AVO 10, Booster 11. PAM KOVAL—Booster 10,11; Home Economics 9; Pinochle 12; Rock Hounds 12; Sewing 9. CAROL KOWAL-Art 9-12 (Sec.); Athletic Aids 12; Booster 9-11; Conservation 12; GAC 10-12; Spanish 9,10. MARCO KRAFT-Band 9,10; Basketball 9; Booster 9-1 1 (Cab.); C-Club 9-11; Sophomore Class Pres.; Conservation 12 (Cab.); Choral Department 9-11; Football 9-11; George Mil; Music Appreciation 12; Serenaders 11; Stage Crew 10; Student Council 9-10; sellers Jtttlcp sickcss . . . so I stopped off at the doctor ' s office. I was actually very upset and nervous. Not really nervous, I think it was more plain scared. He examined me . . . later he told me the results ... I was suffering. The kind doctor gave me a special prescription . . . NO MORE SCHOOL, number 5067. To be taken daily, except on Saturdays and Sundays ... I WISH! Senioritis nonchalantly crept into the school. The epidemic was first sighted September 9, 1 973. Sound funny! Yet, since the very first day of school the class of ' 74 had a certain quality about them (so the underclassmen thought) which was their possession of June 5, 1974. Commonly referred to as careless, uninhibited, freedom-grasping, overly anxious students who walked down the good old (at least four years, anyway!) halls of GRC counting the days till high school would finally be over! What for? So I could wish twenty years from now that I was still in it! All of it! I ROGER KRAFT-AVO 9,10; Football 9; National Honor Society 11,12; National Merit Commended Scholars 12; Soccer 11; Stage Crew 10-12; Student Council 12 (V. Pres.); Wrestling 9-11. DAVE KRCMARIC—AVO 9,10; Baseball 9; Cross Country 10; Football 9; Gymnastics 12; Reading 9; Stage Crew 11; Wrestling 9,10. DIANE KRISTON-Art 10; Booster 9-11; Conservation 12; Choral Department 9-12; GAC 10-12; 1 974 Senior Class Attendant; Music Appreciation 12; Pinochle 11,12; Spanish 9. LAURA KRUCZEK—Athletic Aids 1 1,12; Booster 9-12; Choral Department 9,10; Library 9-11; Music Appreciation 1 1; National Honor Society 11,12; Powder Horn 10; Sewing 9,10. MILAN KUBECK—Forensics 12; Gymnastics 12; Pinochle 12. ROSE KULAS—Booster 9,10; Conservation 12; Choral Department 9- 11; Music Appreciation 10,11; Spanish 9,10. MAUREEN LENTZ-Art 12 (V. Pres.); Booster 9-11; Choral Department 9; Gymnastics 12; Health Careers 11. ALAN LESAR—Booster 9-11; C-Club 1 2; Conservation 12; Golf 10-12 (Copt.); Pioneer News 10,11 (Sports Ed.); Quill and Scroll 1 1, Spanish 9,10 (V. Pres.); Student Council 12 (Treas.); Tennis 10,1 1. PATTI LEVITT—Athletic Aids 1 1,12; Booster 9-12 (Rep.),- Choral Department 9; Library 10; Sewing 10,11; Spanish 9; Student Council 12. ANN LEWANDOWSKI-Booster 10-12 (Alt.); Choral Department 9,10; German 10 (Sec.); Gymnastics 1 2; Home Economics 9; Powder Horn 9; Stage Crew 1 1; Thespians 9. COLETTE LEWANDOWSKI-Athletic Aids 12; Booster 9-12; Senior Class Officer (Treas.); Choral Department 9-11; GAC 9,10,11 (V. Pres.), 12 (Head of Sports); National Honor Society 12; Pinochle 11,12; Pioneer News 12 (Cir. and News Ed.); Powder Horn (Senior Class Ed.); Quill and Scroll 12; Red Cross 9; Spanish 10,11; Stage Crew 10; Student Council 11,12 (Rep.); Volleyball Team 12 (Copt.). MARK LEWANDOWSKI—Baseball 9-12 (All-Conf. 11, Captain 12); Basketball 9-1 2; C-Club 10-12 (V. Pres.); Conservation 12, Football 9- 12 (Captain, All-State, All Conf.); German 12 (V. Pres.); Junior Rotarian 12; Nationol Honor Society 11,12; National Merit Commended Scholars 12; Pinochle 11,12; Hoosier Boys ' State. CHARLA LEWARK-Band 9-11, Booster 9-12 (Alt.); Choral Department 9-12; Forenensics 9-11; Future Teachers of America 9- 12; National Honor Society 11,12; Orchestra 10-12; Pinochle 12; Reading 12; Rock Hounds 11; Spanish 9-12 (Pres.). MARIANNE LITAVEC-Biology 12; Chess 9,11; Choral Department 9-12; Forensics 11; Future Secretaties 12; Girls ' Ensemble 12; National Honor Society 11,12; Orchestra 9-12; Pinochle 12; Science 1 1; Sewing 10; Spanish 9-12; Stage Crew 10. STEVE LIVOS-AVO 10; C-Club 12; Football 9; German 10; Industrail Arts 1 2; Reading 9; Soccer 11,12; Wrestling 11. JOHN LOVRINIC-Band 9-11, Chess 9,10; Choral Department 9- 12; George MU; National Honor Society 11,12; National Merit Commended Scholars 12; Orchestra 11,12; Pioneer News 10,11; Quill and Scroll 11; Science 11; Serenaders 11,12; Stage Crew 10- 12. DEAN LOWE CAROL LUKACSEK-Booster 9-12; Bridge 1 2; Chess 9,1 1; German 9-12; Honors Program (Germany); National Honor Society 12; Pinochle 12; Sewing 10,11; Student Council 11 (Alt.). MARK AAARKOVICH—Booster 10-12; Chess 10; Football 9; Sponish 9,10; Wrestling 10-12. JOHN AAARTICH—German 9-12. DONNA MARTINEZ-Art 9-12; Athletic Aids 11; Booster 8-11; Chess 11; Choral Department 9-11; Photography 12; Spanish 1 1. ELIZABETH AAARTINEZ—Biology 9; Booster 9-1 2 (Rep. 11, Alt. 12); Chess 10-12; Choral Department 11,12; Future Secretries 12 (Sec.); National Honor Society 11,12; Pioneer News 12 (News Ed.); Powder Horn 1 2 (Typist); Quill and Scroll 12; Sewing 11; Spanish 9- 12 (Pres. 1 1); Hoosier Girls ' State; Handcraft 12. LETICIA AAARTINEZ—Booster 9-12; Chess 10; Choral Department 9,10; Future Secretaries 12; Home Economics 10-12 (Sec. 11); Pinochle 11; Red Cross 9; Spanish 9-12; Handcraft 12. RUTH AAARTINEZ—Athletic Aids 11; Booster 9-12; Bridge 10; Chess 12; Conservation 12; Choral Department 9,10; GAC 9-12; 1970 Freshman Class Attendant; Investment 1 2; Sewing I 1; Student Council 10 (Rep.). The end of four long years. This is what we have been waiting for, right? But now that we ' ve gotten there, now t hat those four long years are ending, we find that it isn ' t what we’ve expected. All our lives we’ve been waiting for the glorious moment of graduation with caps, gowns, baccalaureate, and diplomas, and in one day it is over. After which . . . who knows? You see, this one day is supposed to be one of the turning points in our lives. After this day we are supposed to walk out of the building a totally new person. With this diploma, we are complete; without it, we are nothing. What people do not realize is that a diploma doesn ' t really say what we are. We have been made into human beings, into individuals with minds of our own, and whether we have that diploma or not makes really no difference in making us what we are. Inwardly, it merely puts a label on us as Graduate—Accepted member of society.” If, for some reason, it would be impossible for us to receive that diploma, even if we had received that education, would we be less human? lihot is a diploma? DEBBIE MARVEL—Art 10,1 1; Athletic Aids 11,12; Booster 9-12; Conservation 12; Choral Department 9; Future Secretaries 12 (V. Pres.); Mat Maids 10-12; Pioneer News 12 (Typist); Student Council 9 (Rep.). STEVE AAATTES JIM AAATUSIK RICH AAAUCK—Booster 10,11; Chess 9,11; Conservation 12; Music Appreciation 12; Spanish 10. AAARY MIERWA-Chess 10; Freshman Class Offiecer (V. Pres.); David and Lisa 9; 1971 Sophomore Class Attendant; 1974 Senior Class Attendant; Powder Horn 12 (Ad. Ed.); Quill and Scroll; 12 Student Council 9-12 (Rep.); Tennis 12; Thespians 9-12. STEVE MILLER—Baseball 9; Gymnastics 12. JANIE MINDAS-Art 10,11; Booster 9. VICTOR MISH 130 NANCY MORGAN-Booster 1 1,12 (Rep.); French 10,12; Future Secretaries 12; Future Teachers of America 11; Handicraft 12. DEBBIE MOSCA-Booster 9; Conservation 12 (Cab.); Choral Department 9; Home Economics 11; Music Appreciation 12; Photography 12; Sewing 10; Spanish 10; Thespians 9. BARB MOTTET-Booster 912; Bridge 9; Chess 10; Choral Deportment 9-12 (Sec.); Flag Corps 10; GAC 9- 12; Girls ' Ensemble 11; Music Appreciation 12; National Honor Society 11,12; Pinochle 11; Serenaders 12; Poms 11 , 12 . MARIAN MRZLOCK-Booster 9-11; Chess 10; Conservation 11 (Cab.); Choral Department 9-11; Rock Hounds 12; Spanish 9-11. EDDIE MULLINS—AVO 10,11; Biology 9; Choral Department 11,12; Gymnastics 10; Media 10,11; Pinochle 9; Stage Crew 10-12. JOE NASTAV-Art 9; AVO 12,12 (Pres.); Booster 11; Choral Department 9-12; George Mil; Serenaders 1 2; Spanish 9,10; Stoge Crew 10-12; IU AVO Workshop; Teahouse of the August Moon. JENNIFER NAVTA-Band 9-12; Booster 9-12; Bridge 12; Chess 10,11; Choral Department 9-11; Health Careers 10; Pinochle 1 1,12; Spanish 9-12; Thespians 11 . DON NOVAK JANIS NOVOSEL-Art 11; Booster 9,10; Chess 10; Sewing 9; Stage Crew 10-12; Thespians 10. VINCENT NOVOTNEY-Chess 1 1; Pinochle 12; Stage Crew 10,11. DEBBIE NOWAK—Conservation 12; Future Secretaries 12; Music Appreciation 12; Spanish 9. DENNIS NOWORYTA-AVO 12; Booster 9-12; Conservation 12; Football 9-11; Spanish 10. DEBORAH OLLO—Booster 9-12; Chess 10,1 1; Conservation 1 2; Flag Corps 10; GAC 9-1 2; German 9- - 12; Music Appreciation 1 2; Pinochle 11,12; Top Ten 6; Poms 11,12. JANE OSBORNE-Band 9-12; Booster 9-12 (Cab.); Junior Closs V. Pres.; Conservation 12; Choral Department 9-12; GAC 10-12; George MU; Girls ' Ensemble 1 1,12; Powder Horn 12 (Ident. and Typist); Spanish 9-12; Student Council 9-12 (Cab.); National Honor Society 11,12; Quill and Scroll 12. CARL PALKO—Baseball 12; Basketball 9-12; Booster 10 12; C-Club 12; Conservation 9; Cross Country 9; Pinochle 11,12; Tennis 10; Track 9,10. RAY PAPACH—Basketball 9-1 2; C-Club 11,12; Cross Country 10; Football 9; 1 974 Basketball Homecoming King; Pinochle 11,12; Spanish 10. Seniors go through the somewhat tedious task of filling out forms for caps and gowns. As graduation draws near, Debbie Olio joins her classmates in being measured for their traditional caps and This year ' s homecoming was hectic for seniors. With only three weeks left there was no float . All of a sudden things began to happen. Ideas began to formulate. Flowers were thrown together. A car was needed and all looked black until the last minute, class sponsor Mr. Shepard offered his Volkswagon. Flowers were thrown together while the kids sat chattering together. The remaining days flew by. Paint, flowers, and talent teamed up to create the master piece ... the senior class float. After working all night and the next day, the seniors captured first place in the class float contest. During the afternoon the annual homecoming pep assembly was held. First came the senior skit, with the fearless Pioneers triumphant over the yellow-bellied Wildcats. The walls reflected the excitement of the Clarkites enthusiasm as the seniors captured first place in the yell contest. That night with the Queen and her court looking radiant we marched hopefully on to a Pioneer victory. But, alas, luck was not with us, the Pioneers fell short of a victory. seniors dominate tiomeccming MIKE PLESHA PATRICK PRICE-Band 9; Booster 9; Chess 9,10; Conservation 12; French 9-12; Honors Program (France); Junior Rotarian 12; National Honor Society 1 1,12; Pioneer News 12 (Editorial Ed.); Quill and Scroll; Stage Crew 11; Student Council 11,12; Top Ten 3. DALORES PRUETT-Booster 9,10; Chess 10; Choral Deportment 9-12; French 10,1 1 (Trea.), 12 (V. Pres,); Health Careers 10,11; Red Cross 9 (V. Pres.); Stage Crew 9-12. GRACE PRYGON DON PUTA—Booster 10-12; Chess 11; Cross Country 11,12; Football 9,10; Pinochle 12; Track 9-12. VALERIE PYKOSZ—Athletic Aids 11,12; Booster 9-12 (Cab.); Conservation 1 2; Choral Department 9,10; GAC 9-12; Health Careers 10; Mat Maids 11,12; Music Appreciation 12; Pioneer News 12 (Calumet Day Correspondent); Powder Horn 11 (Underclass Ed.), 12 (Faculty Ed.); Sewing 11,12; Spanish 9-12. DIANE RETEGAN-Booster 9,10 (Cab.), 12 (Rep.); Chess 10; Sophomore Class Officer (Sec.); Choral Department 9; Flag Corps 1 1; GAC 11,12; Music Appreciation 12; Pinochle 11,12; Poms 12. JANET ROKOSZ—Booster 9,10; Future Secretaries 12; Health Careers 10; Pinochle 11,12; Spanish 9,10. NANCY ROKOSZ CAROL RUMAN DEBBIE RUSNACK-Art 9; Booster 9-12; Choral Department 9,10; Health Careers 9-11; Home Economics 10,11; Reading 9; Sewing 9-11. JACKIE SAEGER—Athletic Aids 11; Conservation 12. 132 DAIORES SALDANA—Athletic Aids 10; Chess 9,10; Conservation 1 2; Choral Department 9; Music Appreciation 12; Pinochle 10,11. GERY SCASNY-Chess 10. ELLEN SCHMIDT ROBERT SCHRAFFENBERGER-Art 10; AVO 9; Bond 912, Booster 12 (Cab ); Chess 10,1 1, Choral Department 9-12; George Mil; Latin 9-11; Library 9,10; Music Appreciation 11,12; National Honor Society 12; Pinochle 1 1; Serenaders 11 , 12 . RITA SHIMALA—Athletic Aids I 1,12; Biology 9; Booster 9-12 (Rep.); Chess 9-11; Flag Corps 10; GAC 9-12 (Pres.); Music Appreciation 11,12; Pinochle 10-12; Sewing 10; Spanish 9; Student Council 9; Volleyball Team 12; Poms 11,12 (Leader). LYNN SMALUK—Athletic Aids 11,12; Booster 9-12 (Cab.); Conservation 12; Choral Department 9, Flag Corps 10; Music Appreciation 12; National Honor Society 12; Pinochle 1 1, Powder Horn 1 2 (Ac. Ed.); Quill and Scroll 1 2; Sewing 11 (Pres.); Student Council 9,12; Poms 1 1,12. VERONICA SMIGIEL-Athletic Aids 1 2; Booster 9-12; Chess 10; Choral Department 9,10; French 9-12 (Sec.); Music Appreciation 12; Pinochle 11,12; Pioneer News 1 2 (Typist); Powder Horn 1 2 (Typist); Quill and Scroll. JAN SMIGLA—Athletic Aids 12; Band 9,10, Booster 9-12; Chess 10; Conservation 1 2; Choral Department 9-11; Flag Corps 11; Future Teachers of America 1 1; Health Careers 12; Music Appreciation 12; Pinochle 1 1; Sewing 1 1; Spanish 9,10; Poms 12. CHERYL SMITH-Bond 9-11, Booster 1 1; Future Secretaries 1 2; Home Economics 12; Pinochle 12; Spanish 10. NANCY SMOLAR—Athletic Aids 11,12; Booster 9-12 (Rep.); Chess 11,12; Conservation 12; Choral Deportment 9,10; Flag Corps 10; GAC 9-12; Music Appreciation 11,12; Pinochle 10- 12; Sewing 10; Student Council 12; Poms 1 1,12. MIKE SMOLEN-Art 1 1; Booster 9-10; C-Club 12; Chess 9, Conservation 1 1,12; Cross Country 10-12; Football 9; Library 9; Student Council; Track 10-12. CRYSTAL SNOWE-Booster 9-12; Chess 9,10; Conservation 12; GAC 9-11; German 9-12 (Pres.); Music Appreciation 12; National Merit Commended Scholars 12. MARGARET SORG MARK SOTAK-Art 9; Basketball 9, Booster 10-12 (Pres.); C- Club I 1,12; Cross Country 10; Football 9; German 9,10; Golf 9-12, Pinochle 12; Stage Crew 11; Student Council 10,1 1, Tennis 11,12. JOHN STANGEL NICK STEPNOSKI—Art 10, Conservation 11,12; Industrial Arts 12; Music Appreciation 11; Rock Hounds 1 1 JOE SUMMERS—Basketball 9, C-Club 10; Conservation 12; Football 9,10; National Honor Society 11,12; Pinochle 11,12; Track 9,10. CHRIS SZARMACH-Chess 10; Pinochle 12; Spanish 9,10. LEONARD SZCZYGIEL CINDY TONKOVICH-Band 9-12; Biology 9; Booster 9- 12; Chess 9-12; DAR 12; GAC 9,10; Health Careers 10; Honors Program (Mexico); Music Appreciation 11; National Honor Society 11; 12; Orchestra 10-12; Pinochle 12; Power Horn 11,12 (Copy Ed.), Quill and Scroll 11,12; Science 10,11; Spanish 9-12; Valedictorian. SANDY TRELINSKI—Art 12; Conse rvation 11,12; Future Teachers of America 11; German 9; Health Coreers 9,10; Pioneer News 9,10; Powder Horn 11,12; Quill and Scroll 12; Spanish 10; Student Council 11. MARCIA TROKSA—Booster 9,10; Choral Department 9- 11; French 9; Health Careers 10,11; Home Economics 10,11. LARRY TRZEPACZ RAY VANDERBYE-Art 10; AVO 10-12; Booster 10-12; Media 10-12; Music Appreciation 11; Stage Crew 11 , 12 . Daniel Chidalek John Koutropoulos Mike Cole James Mathis Daryl Coppage Joseph Mayo Douglas Dostatni James Miles Michael Glaze Gregory Novak Greg Granger Stephanie Spolarich Matthew Habell Joseph Swiontek SENIORS NOT PICTURED John Halik Alicia Tamez James Anderson Mark Hanchar Steve Vastinar Richard Arnold Cynthia Hubbard Bobby Vaught Ernest Barrientez David Johnson Joyce Widiger Richard Brandman Tom Kilpat rick James Winiecki Douglas Bryson Janet King Bruce Yager CATHY VASILAK-Band 9-1 2; Booster 9-1 2, Bridge 1 2; Cheerleader 11,12; Chess 9-11; Sophomore Class Officer (Trea.); Choral Department 9-1 2; George Mil; German 9-12; Girls ' Ensemble 12; National Honor Society 12; Orchestra 9-12; Student Council 9,10,2. JOHN VAVRECAN-AVO 9-12 (Sec.0; Band 9; Booster 10,11; Choral Department 9-12; George Mil, Pinochle 12; Wrestling 9. KAREN WHITEZEL—Choral Department 9-11. BILL WHYTE-Art 9,10; Booster 9-11; Reading 9,10; Track 9. JIM WINIECKI-Art 11 ; AVO 1 1; Booster 9-12; Football 9; Forensics 9-11; Tennis 11,12; Track 11,12. SUSAN WITZKE—Band 9-12; Booster 9-12 (Alt.); Senior Gass Officer (Sec.); Choral Department 9-12; French 9- 11 (Sec.), 12; George Mil; Girls ' Ensemble 1 1,12; 1973 Football Homecoming Queen; National Honor Society 12; Pinochle 11,12. LYNN WOJNAROWICZ—Booster 9,10; Choral Department 9,10; German 9,10; Health Careers 11,12; Home Economics 10,11; Pinochle 12; Sewing 11. SUE WOJTENA JUDY WOSZCZYNSKI—Art 10,12; Band 9-12; Booster 10-12; French 9; Pinochle 12; Sewing 10. SHEILA YOUNG-Art 9,10; Booster 1 1 ; Choral Department 9-11; Health Careers 10,1 1; Home Economics 9-12. STEVE ZUREK-AVO 10; Booster 9-11; Industrial Arts 12; Stage Crew 10. 134 Hi When the juniors were in their first year of high school, becoming acquainted with a new school life was their first big step. Vince Catania was class president at that time. Class ..embers participated in their first money making project, selling candles. During their sophomore year the class members displayed a united spirit by capturing a first place ribbon in the Homecoming float competition. Choosing class rings was another big event. Vice Catania once again led the class as president. Junior year proved to be even more fulfilling and enjoyable. Most of the junior efforts were aimed toward the Junior-Senior Prom. Money and fund-raising projects were the major areas of concern. This year class leadership was placed in the hands of Kevin Herakovich. His efforts and determination resulted in a very successful junior year, leaving the Senior year . . . Tony Adam Pat Aguirre Harlan Alexander Edith Allen Jim Arendas Chuck Badnarik Joe Bailey Sharon Banos Mark Baran Greg Bartlett Allan Bajda John Bencur Danny Benoist Fred Behrens Fred Biedron John Biel Dave Bobalik Margie Bobos Pam Bobos Sharon Bobowsky Randy Braun Dorothy Brenner Henalita Brown Tom Bubacz Dawn Buehler Ann Marie Bugyis Mark Cappelo Mike Carter Theresa Chidalek 136 juncns initiate club The junior class once again broke school tradition by organizing “Junior Activity which met on the second Thursday of each month. This was the first year there was permitted such a large meeting of students from a specific class. Class sponsors, Mr. Williamson and Mrs. Leland gave their support whenever the class members went to them for help. The purpose of the meetings were to discuss and organize projects as a unified group. Some of the activities discussed were the Homecoming dance and the class float. Also, major topics, fund raising and plans for the Prom. Headed by responsible and concerned class officers, the activity was a great success. It represented true Pioneer spirit. Brian Hadley Richard Hastings Dave Hein Jack Henry Kevin Herakovich Sharon Heslin Marcia Hildebranski Joey Holsomback Damon Homco Stacie Houser Sherry Hulsey Diane Hussey Koreen Hutchins Jim Jacewicz Bob Jakubczyk Mark Jakubovie Sally Jamrosz Ken Johnson Debbie Jones Lenny Jones Celeste Jurek Chris Kalmas Greg Kaminski Laura Kansky Kim Kasney Rich Kottka Robin Kawecki Joe Klen Joyce Knox Wayne Koble Kathy Kokotis Carolyn Kovach Jack Kowal Mary Ann Kristek Cindy Kritz Milan Kruszynski Rosemarie Kudger Karen Langohr Bill Lantz Jeff Leimbach Young Leonard Jim Leslie 138 John Loden Gilbert Lozano Andy Lucas Cathi Mahns Rosa Martinez Mike Mashura Tony Motion Bob Mattes Vanessa McPheron Tom Meier Dale Merry Patti Metzger Maribeth Miller Joanne Mish Bob Mitchell John Mottet Melissa Moynihon James Murin Linda Navta Sue Navta Tina Nunley Myrna Oprisko Jeff Orlando Don Osborn Suzee Ostrom Evelyn Pantalon Pam Paolucci Karen Pappalardo Gala Payne Brian Peterson Jim Pike Steven Pondo Jim Porubyanski Patricia Potter Christine Price Lydia Quattrin Donna Quigley Jim Radloff Maria Razumich Doreen Ready Debbie Remlinger Charlene Reynolds Danny Rokosz Betty Rosenberg Mary Beth Roznawski Cindy Saksa Marylynn Samek Steven Savich Lisa Schoknecht Mark Sciacero Dana Serafin Karen Shebesh James Sheets Susi Sichhart Teresa Skalka Dave Slazyk Craig Spanburg Marianne Spebar Tom Stolarz Bob Strempka Fred Surrett Anita Szanyi Bill Szarmach Suellen Szarmach Carolyn Szepanski 140 There was a great deal of competitive spirit expressed in this year ' s Homecoming festivities. The junior class ' display of school spirit was no exception. With Kevin Herakovich’s home as the center of activity, the juniors worked many long, hard hours on a spectacular, well- designed float bearing the theme, A Pioneer Victory Is As Easy As ABC.” The finished product was a symbol of pride and accomplishment. Although the junior class had broken tradition by taking first place in the competition the previous year, they were not as lucky this year. After the big disappointment, juniors celebrated by stuffing their faces with pizza and pop at their class president ' s home. Not everyone was there who worked on the float, but those that were had a great time. Lisa Schoknecht was chosen as the attendant for the junior class. § Sharon Talabay Jon Toops Jud y Uhrin Linda Urban Jerry Vargo Dan Vida Robert Vrlik Susan Vujko Kathy Wagner Tim Walczak Margret Walro Terri Wandel Sandi Wheeler Dave Whitezel Deme Williams Robert Wittig Penni Yercine Mike Zabrecky Jean Zajac Renee Zubay juniors 141 During their first year as George Rogers Clark High School students, the class of 76 was offered a chance to become familiar with various aspects of high school life through the 1 972 Homecoming festivities. These class members constructed their float bearing the theme Dry ' Em Up! Parthana Antoniadis was chosen to represent their freshman class in the queens court. Attending Freshman Orientation, electing class officers, and going through the classroom routine were only a few of the new experiences. Dave Gulvas held the honor of president. Sophomore year presented new and challenging problems and events. Cindy Barnaby led the class of 76. Cindy put forth great effort and made a successful year. Bob Adam Pat Ader Roberta Ader Joni Allegret Lisa Allen David Ambrose Parthena Antoniadis Nick Augerinos David Babusiak Stephen Bodnarik Debra Banaszak Kevin Banik Cindy Barnaby Denise Beard Lisa Bearden Linda Bebenek Kathleen Behrens Cindy Beneur Gary Berendt Mike Berry Natalie Bezan Debra Biedron Jim Biel Janice Bielat Patricia Biestek Ken Bognar Joyce Bondi lie Boskovich Jear Theresa Brock Bill Broderick Jeff Brown Kevin Brown Mark Brown Jeff Buhring Jeff Carpen Paul Chappell Jean Clements David Cloghessy Linda Colberg Thomas Cole Mary Cutka Jo Ellen Czepiel 142 Linda Dabulsky Patti Demkovich Debbie Devaris Carol Dixon Terri Donovan Kathy Doppler Sandy Drapach David Forbes Pam Frayer Anita Gaidos James Garcia Ivone Gierymski Karen Girman Lori Girman Andrea Gougeon Michael Graziani Kathy Graber Daniel Groat Bertha Guerrero Sylvia Guerrero Sophomores boost dwindling spirit for the tradition—making Basketball Homecoming, sponsored by the student Booster Club. Sophomore, Dwight Muscarella shows fellow P.E. students the proper way to bounce on a trampoline, while practicing his skill. Dave Gulvas Kathy Hajduch Debbie Halik Suzy Hebda Maria Hegedus Mike Hernandez Kim Hinds Mike Hlebasko Debbie Holsomback Janice Homco Steven Howard Jan Jakubovie Lynn Jam rose Karen Janik Natalie Kamin Dorothy Kaminski Pam Kaminsky Marty Kazmierski Pam Kovach Barbara Kish Terry Korman Keith Kortokrax Margie Kosalko Jackie Kosalko Mike Krajnck Ann Kreder Cathi Kristoff Joe Kritz Carol Kruse Steven Kruszynski Joan Kunis Diane Kurella Nancy Kurella 144 As president of the sophomore class, Cindy Barnaby took on the responsibility and representation of two hundred and eighty-two students. The initial class project of the year was their Homecoming float. Chicken wire, napkins, fun, and hard work were slowly combined to form a unique creation. A giant box of Quaker Oats Cereal and a ‘ ' dum my Pioneer football player were compiled as a unit for their theme entitled, Kick the Life Out of ' Em. Disappointingly the class placed third to the senior and junior entries, first and second, respectively. During the traditional Homecoming Pep Assembly, the class of ' 76 shocked the junior class by displaying a united spirit and capturing second place in the yell contest, after the seniors who placed first. Sophomore, Yolanda Tamez was chosen by her class as their representative to the 1973 Homecoming Court. Although the game against Hammond High was lost that evening, the sophomore class never let their spirit dwindle. Jim Lacinski Bob Levitt Renee Longoria Elizabeth Lozano Nancy Lozano Fran Luptek Leticia Martinez Veronica Martinez Carol Mattes Ed Matuska Annette Matyj Margie McCampbell Nancy McCormick Janice McCoy Kathy Mecklin Jan Meldahl Tom Metzger Gina Michaels Chuck Mihalov Mary Miklusak Jerry Miklusak Debbie Mikulaj Bob Miller Joe Miller John Mindas Lisa Miterko Don Moats Dolores Modjeski Bambi Mode Carla Moore Mark Moore Rick Mores Judi Morgan Mark Murphy Kevin Murzyn Dwight Muscarella Carol Muvich Jack Nanny George Nednein Melaine Nelson Linda Novosel Annette Noworyta Joni O ' Drobinak Pat O ' hara Paul Olen Debbie Oliver Rich Osborne Steve Ostrowski Kevin Pirosko Barbara Porbyanski George Poulos Robert Powell Joe Prenta Pat Raycroft Kathy Ramsey Mary Kay Repay Brenda Riguelme Robbie Robertson Tony Rosenberg Richard Rosinski Jean Ruf Kathy Rumon Tod Ryzewski Maria Saliga Robert Sandrick Kathy Sandowski Rick Saunders Randy Scaszy Rita Senko Richard Seth Debbie Shebesh Michael Shimab Teresa SJiolar Michelle Skoora Rick Siipa Pam Singer Sophomore Spanish students bugh at a cbss joke while concentrating on the lesson of the day. Sophomores joined in the spirit of Clark’s first Basketball Homecoming by decorating the main hall with balloons, streamers and banners. The class of ’76 chose Debbie Shebesh as Duchess to represent them in Coach Sieman ' s Court, while Pat Ray croft represented the class as Duke. Anticipation ran high as sophomores chose from a variety of styles and colors of class rings. As symbols of memories and achievements in high school, these rings are very much cherished by their wearers. Class sponsors. Miss Richards and Mr. Huber assisted the class whenever they worked on a project. Future plans for several fund raising ideas were made. The money from these projects will be used for their Junior Prom. QJ Mark Skertich Janice Skrzypek Karen Slomkowski Brian Smith David Smith Pom Snider Dave Smolar Diane Sowa Jeff Sanek Michelle Sudac Karen Susoreny Judy Szarmach Ellen Szynalik Denise Tabor Yolanda Tamez Vicki Tkach Pete Toth Rick Turpin Bill Umlauf Sherry Urbanek Helen Vardalus Patti Villanueva Andrea Vrabel Mark Woclawik Michelle Wagner Debbie Webb Jeff Westfall Debbie Williams Rudy Winderlich Tom Wintczak Jeanette Wojdehowski Mary Wright Mary Ellen Writt George Zabrecky Freshmen students struggle through algebra doss. They found the high school atmosphere to be different from grade school. Gary Buell Brian Bugajski Karen Buksar Lisa Bultema Dorinda Burch Debbie Burk Dan Burkland Jim Burns Gregory Butcher Tod Carpenter Kim Carter Rodger Carter Robert Chapek Michael Charnota Mark Chiluski Thomas Christof Brian Ciastko Steve Ciastko Beth Colberg Kelly Conley Commonly referred to as greenies,” the freshman class became acquainted with the school ' s policies and rules by attending the freshman orientation session in mid-August before the opening of school. They received their locker numbers and lock combinations, and officially passed their first step as incoming freshman. They had a difficult time getting started with various school activities but Mr. Watkins came to the rescue. He helped these freshman with the homecoming festivities and later became their class sponsor. Dave Smolen was elected as president. The remaining offices were filled by Tony Piatek; vice president, Donna Saksa; treasurer, and Mary Beth Novotny; secretary. Even though these people held office for only a short time, they had a great deal of responsibility. 149 fftstrnr anticipate uwjs Betty Hulsey Don Hussey Peter Janlga Laura Janik Ellen Jarosz Pat Jarosz Elaine Jentsch Jeanine Jones Cindy Johnson Tom Junkala Ken Kalina Sue Kanocz Marcia Keith Joyce Kertis Jackie Kovacik Cindy Koval Tom Koval Carol Kownacki Susan Kras David Kresoja Helen Kristek Homecoming this year was a new experience for the class of ' 77 . The freshmen had a difficult time getting a place to work, ideas, and the class organized but with weeks of work the product, a class float, was a true reflection of their newly acquired school spirit. Between leaving the float work to support the freshman football team and glueing paper flowers on long strips of paper, the last night before Homecoming was a new experience for the class. The theme for their float was “Shred ’Em Like Wheat which consisted of a giant box of Shreaded Wheat and a football player. The finished product proved that the freshman class could put their heads together, starting a class tradition to be fulfilled with their next three Homecomings. Without the enthusiasm of the new freshman. Homecoming would not have been complete for the upperclassmen. The freshman class of ' 77 chose Dawn Roman as their attendant to the 1 973 Homecoming Court. Denise Kulusok Craig Langohr Steve Lantz Steven Lewandowski Ron Loera Cindy Mahns Peggy Morgan Lorri Morrison Sandy Moss Stephen Mattet Pam Novak srribeth Novotney Paul Noworyta A freshman works diligently the night before Homecoming in order to complete the class float for the traditional parade. ' : if t n ijft Peter Rokosz Dawn Roman Edward Romanski Laura Rudzinski Janet Ruhkmd Mary Ruskowski Donna Saksa Teresa Saliga Elizabeth Sanchez Kathy Savich Rhonda Schouten Donna Schuhrke Denise Sejna Jeff Serafin Carol Smigiel David Smolen Marian Springer David Spisak Susan Stangel Mary Stofcik Ed Strbjak Joanne Strbjak Barbara Sudac Josie Swiatkowski Greg Swiontek Steve Szany Mike Szarmach Sandra Szczygiel Laura Szepanski Kenneth Tanski Chris Thomas Vanessa Tiemersma Randy Tokarz Terrence Tokarz Bob Tolley Mary Tomko Arthur Torres David Toth Dan Troksa Sherri Tucker Ron Udchitz Sheila Vanek Patti Vavrek Michele Vince Cindy Voyles Jim Vrabel Michael Wagner Dave Walczak Michael Webb 152 Frosh, Tom Hetzel vividly portrays his interpretation of the starting five varsity basketball players for the February Homecoming. m O P� LKp “ CucuUc As second Thursday’s activity rolled around the corner, freshmen found themselves sitting in the auditorium waiting for Freshmen Orientation to begin. These newcomers became better acquainted with classes, events, extra¬ curricular activities and high school life in general. A well known area speaker, Bill Passmore came to talk with the freshmen on the subject of life. He presented many deep and thought provoking ideas that will benefit these young individuals throughout their remaining high school years. Viewing films on the subjects of dating, study habits, and drugs gave freshmen a wider perspective of life in general. These students had to adjust themselves to a different routine and a new way of living. In a small way, Freshmen Orientation made this change a bit easier. Scott Williams Barbara Wittig Maurine Wojciehowski Linda Wojtena Monica Wozniak Chris Yager Jeanette Yeatman David Zajac Ed Zowadzki Louise Zelenack Diane Zeljeznjak Wanda Zurzola freshmen 153 FfifSHTFf lock ahead Booster Club Cabinet—bottom: 0. Hutsko, M. Sotak, K. Kalena, K. Herakovich. Second row: S. Wojteno, M. Chovanec, B. Dugan, M. Bondi, L. Smaluk. Third row: C. Vasilak, D. Quigley, D. Gaitens, S. Blastick, C. Kovach, B. Franiak, S. Derybowski. Fourth row: B. Eski, J. Mish, V. Pykosz, M. Moynihon, R. Schraffenberger, K. Hutsko, S. Holman, M. Dust. B-Squad Cheerleaders—bottom: J. Homco, S. Derybowski, J. Ruf, J. Mish. Conservation Club—bottom raw: J. Galus, D. Olio, G. Flaris, M. Cole, E. Aguirre, E. Barrientez, M. Bondi, S. Sichhart. Second row: D. Kriston, C. Kowal, L. Cloghessy, C. Bobos, D. Haig, D. Homco, M. Chovanec, l Cuculic. Third row: D. Kovach, J. Haddad, D. Mosca, L. Sass, C. Mahns, P. Paolucci, V. Pykosz, J. Smigola, M Grenchik. Fourth row: M. Kraft, Mr. Majcher, Mr. Heslin, A. Barnaby, J. Saigar, C. Hutchins, C. Dziezak, S. Heslin, P. Pavlik, J. Osborne. Fifth row: D. Saldana, S. Gootee, C. Snowe, L. Smaluk, G.Mandas, S. Gaylor, M. Serafin, B. Falda, J. Uhrin, P. Aguirre, M. Flaris, A. Szanyi. Sixth row: D. Rokosz, S. Dora, N. Smolar, J. Pardonek, T. Korman, M. Smolen, A. Lesar, G. Drapoc, D. Moore, D. Szura, G. Geffert, R. King, J. Gaylor, D. Osborn, B. Kovach. Student Council Representatives and Alternates—Bottom row: S. Wojtena, C. Vosilok, D. Devaris, F. Luptak, M. Sikora, M. Chovanec, P. Poolucci, L. Wojteno, S. Talaby. Second row: B. Mottet, E. Aguirre, K. Gaylor, l. Jakubczyk, M. Mierwa, B. Froniak, M. Guiden, P. Pavlik. Third row: M. Bereolos, C. Zamarocy, L. Girman, B. Powell, K. Mecklin, L. Quattrin, C. Lewandowski, P. Levett, N. Smolar. Fourth row: S. Sichhart, P. Szepanski, L. Colberg, L. Jones, J. Ruf, K. Mahns, D. Serafin, D. Tabor, W. Zurzola, B. Dugan, M. Finkelstein. Fifth row: P. Raycroft, M. Krajnak, P. Toth, B. Pers, K. Herakovich, C. Bobos, B. Saylor, T. Hetzel, B. Dugan. Sixth row: D. Vida, T. Bobos, J. Gaylor, T. Geffert, G. DrapoC L. Cuculic, A. Lesar, Mr. Heslin, M. Jakubovie, M. Smolen, C. Mihalov, M. Pom Pon Corp—Bottom row: R. Shimolo, A. Halik. Second row: S. Goylor, M. Drobo, B. Mottet. Third row: T. Wandel, J. Zajac, D. Retegan. Fourth row: D. Olio, J. Smigb. Fifth row: L. Kansky, K. Shebesh, E. Dziadosz. Sixth row: M. Samek, L. Smaluk, G. Mandas. Seventh row: D. Hutsko, M. Guiden, N. Smolar, B. Faldo, A. Girman. G.A.C.—Bottom row: Mrs. Core, L. Jakubczyk, M. Samek, R. Shimala, Linda Cloghessy, M. Bobos. Second row: D. Brenner, K. Kokotis, S. Talabay, D. Kristen, B. Mottet, A. Halik, D. Retegan, P. Pavlik, M. Chovanec, M. Droba. Third row: S. Derybowski, K. Gonsiorowski, T. Wandel, A. Bugyis, J. Zajac, M. Bondi, V. Pykosz, L. Navta, B. Domisica, D. Quigley, G. Davis. Fourth row: K. Pappalardo, L. Novosel, K. Pieters, J. Ruf, K. Girman, I. Gierymski, P. Dvorscak, L. Girman, C. Mattes, D. Halik, S. Navta. Fifth row: K. Janik, L. Schoknecht, B. Eski, J. Mish, D. Serafin, B. Roznowski, B. Franiak, C. Kovach, D. Gesik, J. Fisher, N. Kamen. Sixth row: D. Zatorsky, L. Quattrin, C. Lewandowski, M. Guiden, J. Osborne, K. Wagner, D. Olio, A. Barnoby, D. Saldana, C. Kowal, S. Wojtena. Seventh row: B. Falda, N. Smolar, M. Grenchik, M. Moynihan, A. Gougeon, M. Razumich, M. Serafin, T. Franklin, S. Spolarich, J. Uhrin, M. Dust, M. Walro. Mat Maids—First row: L. Girman. Second row: D. Marvel, V. Pykosz, S. Walters. Third row: M. Moynihan, J. Bondi. Fourth row: S. Heslin, B. Franiak, L. Schoknecht, P. Pavlik. Fifth row: M. Grenchik. Flag Corp—Bottom row: K. Mecklin. Second row: M. Spebar, S. Urbanik. Third row: K. Pappalardo. Fourth row: B. Roznowski, L. Navta, K. Slamkowski, K. Girman, S. Navta. Fifth row: D. Gesik. Sixth row: M. Bobos, S. Sichhart. C-Club—Outer top: J. Buehler, M. Jakubovie, P. Olen, J. Mottet, B. Miskus, R. Mroz, V. Catania, K. Kasney, T. Wintczak, P. Raycroft, B. Pers, J. Klen, M. Smolen, L. Cuculic, M. Kruszynski, S. Savich, J. Gaylor, J. Kovach, F. Behrens, M. Meyers, A. Lesar, D. Haig, M. Sotak, G. Drapac, M. Lewandowski. Inner top: D. Gulvas, R. Bobby, J. Davis, J. Kowal, D. Bryson, T. Bobos, M. Skertich, R. Arnold, R. Hastings, D. Rokosz, B. Vrlik, R. Rewers, R. Longoria, L. Zembala, D. Osborn, C. Spanburg. 157 Varsity Volleyball Team—Bottom row: R. Shimala, M. Bobos, J. Mish, C. Lewandowski, A. Barnaby, Mrs. Core, L. Jakubczyk. Tennis Team—Bottom row: S. Piatek, B. Vrlik, M. Pavlovich, P. Raycroft, B. Pers, D. Pacenka. Second row: D. Rokosz, B. Miskus, T. Wintczak, M. Hlebasko. Third row: L. Jakubczyk, M. Mierwa. 158 Freshmen Football Team—Top row: Coach J. Yelton, E. Stribjzk, J. Denardo, M. Cheluski, S. Lewandowski, J. Higgason, T. Piatek, M. Ervine, M. Jancosek, Coach J. Renz. Second row: N. Cole, R. Carter, J. Vrabel, R. Baltema, G. Catania, K. Keiner, B. Tolley, W. Martinez. Third row: E. Erminger, B. Deroff, J. Bogazevich, J. Coll, B. Johnson, L. Getts, M. Hmielewski, J. Carollo, D. Zehner. B-Squad Volleyball Team—Bottom row: I. Gierymski, D. Oliver, A. Noworyta, D. Halik. Second row: Mrs. Core, M. Dust, L. Jomrose, M. Writt, P. Demkovich, N. B-Squad Cross Country—Bottom row: R. Solkey, J. Davis, W. Kieth, B. Fett, S. Mackerowski, D. Pacenka, R. Gougeon, R. Rosinski, C. Mihalov, J. Biel, M. Shimala, L. Mish. Second row: B. Lantz, G. Gabrys, D. Smolar, J. Miklusak, K. Bognar, M. Berry, J. Miller, E. Matuska, K. Murzyn, B. Levitt, M. Krajnak. Third row: W. Cuculich, K. Kalina, G. Grabovoc, D. Groat, B. Saylor, T. Jurbala, D. Babusiak, D. Furtak, M. Conner, M. Cole. 160 National Honor Society—Bottom row: Mr. Corder, M. F laris, P. Pavlik, S. Blastick, D. Gaitens, S. Wojtena, D. Quigley, K. Gross, S. Heslin, K. Pappalardo, C. Lewark. Second row: K. Shebesh, S. Navta, B. Mottet, L. Quattrin, V. Catania, J. Osborne, D. Homco, M. Somek, R. Zubay, L. Navta. Third row: L. Smaluk, C. Bobos, P. Dudzik, J. Uhrin, H. Bronowicki, T. Fritz, S. Witzke, C. Lewandowski, C. Dziezak, G. Mandas, M. Guiden. Fourth row: C. lukacsek, T. Bobos, S. Holman, P. Price, T. Stolarz, J. Summers, L. Martinez, D. Haig, R. Kraft, K. Paunicka. Fifth row: J. Lovrinic, T. Franklin, N. Brown, l. Cuculic, W. Keith, B. Schraffenberger, J. Porubyonski, C. Tonkavich, J. Glass, B. Strempka, M. Sciacero. Stage Crew—Bottom row: S. Cross, J. Baranowski, V. Lewark, D. Pruett, M. Bodie, J. Michaels, K. Slamkowski. Second row: R. Winderlich, D. Kovach, J. Glass, J. Buhring, C. Bartlett, K. Sankowski, A. Bostwick, G. Elbaor. Third row: W. Keith, R. Vanerbye, R. Kraft, F. Biedron, M. Guyton, G. Baranowski, J. Nastav, J. Crawford. Concert Choir—First row: K. Palma, T. Banos, B. Mottet, A. holik, J. Zajac, K. Pappalarado, A. Szani, C. Lewark, D. Pruitt, E. Aguirre, M. Bodie, C. Vasilak, M. Droba, D. Kriston, G. Flaris. Second row: T. Fritz, 0. Gaitens, D. Gesik, D. Hutsko, M. Chovanec, T. Justak, L. Kansky, M. Yancik, K. Kristoff, J. DeLuna, C. Paunicko, S. Banas, L. Navta, S. Witzke, M. Litavec, A. Bostwick, D. Zaiac. Third row: M. Hlebasko, G. Francis, J. Serafin, J. Osborn, M. Bobos, J. Mish, S. Blastick, M. Samek, L. Cjuattrin, 5. Szarmach, L. Martinez, C . Price, L. Sass, M. Flatt, N. Bobos, R. Winderlich. Fourth row: S. Piatek, M. Meyers, S. Ostrom, M. Dybel, J. Vawrecon, E. Stribiak, J. Glass, M. Gesik, S. Sichart, C. Bobos, J. Serafin, K. Kortokrax, J. Nastav, J. Lovernic, J. Gaylor, E. Mullins, W. Keith, B. Schraffenberger. Girls ' Choir—First row: S. Navta, K. Meek in, J, Szarmach, D. Downey, B. Banas, D. Kulasak, L. Mcrterko, V. Lewark, S. Hebda, M. Oprisko, M. Keith, P. Singer, M. Domsidi. Second row: J. Jones, T. Donovan, J. Strabiak, K. Conley, C. Vasilak, K. Kokotis, C. Filipiak, D. Biedron, P. Kovach, L. Nelson, P. Biestek, J. Olszewski, S. Talaby, S. Derabowski. Third row: S. Bobowski, M. Maklusiak, L. Colberg, C. Bamaby, P. Novak, D. Banas, K. Girman, L. Jamerose, D. Serafin, C. Kovach, B. Franiak, M. Hegedes, S. Kanasz, D. Zatorsky, D. Jones Seranoders—First row: M. Samek, D. Hutsko, B. Mottet, M. Chovanec, M. Bodie, A. Bostwick, S. Blastick, L. Sass, M. Flat . Second row: B. Schraffenberger, M. Dybel, J. Lovrinic, J. Nastav, G. Francis, G. Flaris, W. Keith, J. Gaylor, C. Bobos, S. Piotek. Boys ' Ensemble—K. Banik, D. Zehner, T. Carpenter, W. Cuculich, T. Hedtzel, J. Miklusok, R. Carter, D. Toth, M. Brown, D. Forbes, B. Saylor, K. Boswell. Band—Firs row: C. Tonkovich, B. Schraffenberger, S. Witzke, S. Wheerler, J. Westfall, C. Vasilak. Second row: B. Eski, S. Urbanek, J. Baranowski, L. Szalinak, B. Kish, J. Allegret, N. Bezan, K. Grabor, B. Ciastko. Third row: C. Davison, T. Saliga, D. Kulasak, J. Rogina, S. Lance, J. Biel, C. Gangor, D. Zajac, M. Wojciechowski, B. Saliga, B. Porubyanski, G. Michaels. Fourth row: D. Haig, M. Habell, M. Carter, G. Francis, J. Arendas, K. Kortokrax, M. Finkelstein, G. Baranowski, D. Forbes. Mixed Chorus—First row: M. Ader, D. Brazina, D. Kowal, J. Dudek, J. Barilla, D. Saksa, B. Dugan, B. Donghue, P. Alexander, B. Hulsey. Second row: J. McCoy, B. Powell, R. Grayson, C. Smigiel, D. Duplaga, P. Vavrek, C. Fedor, K. Quattrin, J. Ostrowski, N. Ormes, S. Bachurek, E. Jarosz. Third row: S. Tucker, B. Sejna, M. Goto, P. Hruskocy, J. Geffert, C. Thomas, M. Novotny, K. Gaylor, K. Safich, D. Roman, L. Podsadecki, B. Sudac, K. Coppage. Fourth row: C. Johnson, B. Col berg, C. Kiraly, J. Pardinek, J. Greenwell, A. Piatek, B. Bugajski, R. Johnson, M. Vince, C. Kanacki, M. Cole, T. Morres, D. Birch. crgarizuticris 164 Band—First row: L. Schoknecht, G. Davis, D. Quigley, J. Navta, D. Gaitens, K. Jakubowicz. Second row: D. Gaida, B. Beriolos, J. Clements, C. Filipiak, S. Walters, A. Beyer, K. Kristoff, J. Ruff. Third row: T. Banas, D. Hill, J. Fisher, J. Osborn, D. Gaida, L. Wojtena, K. Hayduch. Fourth row: M. Variot, J. Barley, S. Ciastko, R. Kawecki, N. Heins, M. Saliga, P. Penna, B. Smith, T. Sholar, M. Scicero. Fifth row: S. Williams, M. Hutton, B. Umlauf, L. Francis, M. Flaris, B. Fett, J. Bailey, Mr. Dycus. Standing: T. Wintczak, J. Delago, R. Kottka, D. Whitezel. Quill and Scroll—First row: L. Martinez, S. Blastick, P. Pavlick, P. Dudzik, C. Bobos, S. Holman, K. Gross. Second row: B. Lantz, D. Homco, N. Brown, L. Smaluk, M. Bobos, P. Price, M. Grenchik. Third row: J. Glass, C. Tonkovich, J. Osborne, M. Samek, S. Trelenski, V. Pykosz, M. Bondi. Fourth row: V. Smigiel, K. Hutsko, H. Bronowtick, L. Quattrin, J. Zajac, D. Hutsko, C. Hritz. Top row: M. Mierwa, C. Lewandowski. Home Economics Club—First row: S. Brum me tt, P. Francis. Second row: A. Beyer, C. Furto, B. Williams, N. Androskaut. Third row: L. Martinez, P. Frayer, B. Dzieciolowski, A. Cyganiewicz. Fourth row: B. Guerroro, C. Price, J. Borza. Fifth row: D. Williams, E. Pantalon. Sewing Cub—First row: B. Guerrero, J. McCoy, K. Thomas, B. Riquelme, J. Kunis, M. Oprisko, J. Skrzypek, K. Ruman, A. Pornaby, D. Williams, P. Kaminsky Boys in Pinochle Club—First row: M. Hlebosko, R. Turpin, D. Puto, M. Becich, S. Bodnorik, B. Umlaut, J. Cole, B. Donahue. Second row: B. Chapek. A. Lesor, B. Vrlik, S. Kruzynski, P. Dydel, J. Kovach, D. Slazyk, R. Longoria, F. Behrens. Third row: M. Zabrecky, M. Smolen, M. Dybel, K. Kasney, T. Walczak, J. Kowal, R. Rewers, H. Bugajski, C. Szarmach. Fourth row: L. Zembala, D. Vida, C. Badnarik, M. Sotak, J. Rodloff, T. Bobos. %f%T 1 CfcJ M ,j| Chess Club—First row: J. Osborn, M. Bobos, M. Droba, l. Kansky, S. Banas, R. Cenkowski, E. Stribiak. Second row: D. Saldana, A. Barnaby, L. Martinez, H. Bronowicki, E. Martinez, C. Tonkowich, M. Variot, J. Kowal. Third Row: M. Somek, R. Turpin, T. Carpenter, N. Smolar, R. Robertson, J. Mottet, S. Bo- bowski, B. Tolley. Drama Club—First row: I. Gierymsky, L. Bearden, D. Lo zano. Second row: D. Biedron, R. Winderlich, L. Girmon. Third row: M. Oprisko, L. Allen, K. Thomas. Fourth row: N. Lozano, F. Luptak, L. Novosel. Fifth row: M. Dybel, G. Flairs, A. Gougeon. Sixth row: B. Dust, T. Korman, C. Bobos. Seventh row: J. Pardonek, M. Cutka. 168 Girls in Pinochle Club—First row: S. Drapac, L. Jones, K. Hajduch, A. Barnaby, J. Osborne, B. Roznowski, M. Guiden. Second row: M. Sikoro, J. Skrzypek, M. Droba, A. Halik, B. Mottet, S. Guerrero, L. Szeponski, S. Walters, T. Scholar, M. Flaris, V. Lewark. Third row: L. Navta, J. Fisher, J. Zajac, S. Navta, J. Kinis, J. Jakubovie, T. Wandel, K. Gonsiorowski, S. Gaylor, L. Kansky, K. Pappalardo, C. Lewark. Fourth row: J. Ruff, K. Girman, D. Halik, P. Singer, K. Mecklin, D. Jones, K. Wagner, L. Urban, B. Cudak, A. Baliga, N. Kamin, M. Spebar, S. Urbonek. Fifth row: J. Ostrowski, K. Gaylor, C. Thomas, J. Olszewski, J. Stribiak, K. Conley, V. Pykosz, M. Bondi, B. Molle, P. Kovach, L. Morrison, N. Ormes. Sixth row: N. Dobos, K. Anderson, K. Kokotas, C. Lewandowski, A. Bostwick, T. Tritz, S. Witzke, A. Nororyta, J. Czpiel, L. Bebanek, D. Zatorski, D. Shebesh. Seventh row: M. Kottka, N. Smolar, D. Saldana, S. Gootee, D. Retegan, D. Kriston R. Shimala, D. Olio, C. Hritz, S. Holman, K. Gross, V. Smigiel. Eighth row: K. Susoreny, C. Muvich, C. Furto, J. Navta, P. Koval. Ninth row: K. Doppler, C. Roman, C. Dziezak, S. Szarmach, C. Szepanski, J. Clements, M. Flatt, K. Kasney, M. Hegedus, L. Colberg, J. Clements, A. 4 Booster Club Officers—left to right: K. Herokovich, pres., M. Sotak, pres. K. Kalena, treas. D. Hutsko, sec. Health Careers Club—First row: D. Hutsko. Second row: P. Biestek, S. Dora, Third row: L. Wojnarowicz, J. Smiglo, C. Delos Casas. Fourth row: N. Androskaut, S. Bobowski. Fifth row: J. Mish, C. Hritz, M. Kottka. Sixth row: T. Gorka, K. Gross. Seventh row: K. Kalena. 169 Student Council Officers and Sponsor—A. Lesar, treas. G. Francis, pres., Mr. Heslin, G. Drapac, sec., R. Kraft, v. pres. Spanish dub—First row: P. Raycroft, D. Smith, B. Pers, R. Longoria, J. Jakubovie, L. Nelson, T. Florek, C. Lewark, H. Bronowiski, P. Kovach, D. Kaminsky. Second row: K. Kristoff, F. Luptak, B. Guerro, J. Novta, L. Martinez,S. Walters, J. Homco, A. Barnaby, J. Osborne, K. Slamkowski. Third row: D. Mikulaj, B. Porubyanski, D. Ready, P. Aguirre, K. Gabor, M. Bondi, L. Smaluk, K. Thomas, J. Clements, D. Biedron, N. Lozano. Fourth row: D. Sowa, J. Kasaiko, S. Duhon, G. Zabrecki, M. Finkelstein, A. Dybel, K. Girman, M. Pustok, J. Kunis, J. Bondi, R. Wittig. Fifth row: M. Baron, J. Miller, K. Bognar, K. Pirosko, N. Brown, C. Tonkovich, E. Excell, L. Jakubczyk, S. Holman, V. Pykosz. Sixth row: M. Kottka, R. Senko, M. Pardinek, K. Susoreny, M. Repay, K. Pieters, L. Jones, B. Broderik, D. Modjeski, C. Barnaby, L. Dabulsky, K. Mecklin, D. Holik, L. Martinez, V. Martinez, M. Hlebosko, K. Kortokrax. Orchestra—First row: C. Lewark, D. Forbes, J. Heldebranski, T. Banas, T. Wintczak. Second row: V. Lewark, A. Bostwick, C. Price, J. Lovrink, C. Kristoff, P. Kovach. Third row: M. Flaris, M. Sciacero, J. Westfall, M. Pavlovich, M. Bodie, G. Francis. Fourth row: D. Baranowski, B. Borbyanski. Ideal Seniors-Row 1: A. Halik, Best Dressed, Nose; J. Gaylor, Smile; K. Kolena, doss Gown; G. Granger, Best Dressed, Friendly; D. Retegon, Lough, Flirt; B. Kovach, Eyes; S. Witzke, Queen. Row 2: C. Tonkovich, Most Likely to succeed; D. Kriston, Smile; M. Lentz, Hair; E. Aguirre, Dance; E. Barrientez, Casanova; M. Chovanec and L. Cuculic, couple; T. Fritz, Walk. Row 3: J. Nastov, Spirit; B. Dust, Laugh, Class Clown; N. Brown, Most likely to succeed; M. Myers, Dance; J. Osborne, Friendly, Best all-around Senior; T. Geffert, Physique; C. Lewandowski, Athletic; A. Barnaby, Eyes; D. Gaitens, Hair; S. Wojtena, Physique; S. Blastick, Spirit; C. Vasilak, Talent. Absent-M. Lewandowski, Talent, Athletic, Best all-around Senior; L. Gaspar, King; R. Papach, Legs; R. Bobby, Hair,- J. Lovrinic, Walk; C. Snowe, Legs, R. Brandmon, Nose. Top Ten—left to right: Cindy Tonkovich, One; Helen Bronowicki, Four; Karen Gross, Nine; Debbie Olio, Five; Nelson Brown, Two; Don Haig, Seven; Tom Bobos, Ten; Terri Fritz, Eight; Pat Price, Three; Mike Ford, absent is Six. 174 Baseball—First row: J. Osborne, P. Pavlik, L. Jakubczyk, M. Grenchik; Second row: J. Carpen, R. Rewers, B. Kovach, J. Toops, M. Carpen, D. Szura; Third raw: Mr. Williamson, J. Kowal, J. Gaylor, D. Vida, R. Papach, A. Lucas, C. Spanborg, M. Lewandowski, R. Osborne, Mr. Huber. Golf—Left to right: D. Benoist, R. Hastings, M. Sotak, K. Kasney, A. Lesar, B. Vrlik. Track-Row 1: M. Dabertin, M. Smolen, M. Jacobovie, G. Drapac, L. Cuculic, T. Bobos, C. Mihalov, K. Bognar; Row 2: Mr. Yelton, R. Mroz, D. Pocenka, D. Puta, W. Pers, P. Olen, R. Chapek, S. Motet, J. Davis,- Row 3: T. Roxenberg, J. Mottet, B. Jakubczyk, J. Biel, P. Noworyta, P. Faycroft, S. Lewandowski, J. Biel, T. Pietek, R. Robertson, Mr. Hemingway. I stop at a store. I buy a present for myself. Inside this present it says for better use buy another product to use with it. I add on to store bought products in their little ticky-tack boxes, wrapped in cellophane paper—a mirror of life ' s improvements and easiness, if not laziness. I ponder why people too are like store bought products, after a year they seem to develop qualities that i have not noticed before. Some people possess spectrum of life. I constantly keep my bes t side forward. When I’m with athletes, i act like a jock, when I’m with freaks, I participate in their activities. If I’m with a group of straights, i think of brownie. I guess all people have more than four sides to their personality. When I’m with a particular group, i have to go along with their norms in order to fit in. It’s not being two-faced, it’s just a matter of life. I ' m all wrapped up in a package. themes 179 Kathy Kalena bubbles up Richie Burr Bobby at Ron ' s Coiffures. Ron ' s not only styles hair, but also has a gift shop. Ron ' s is located at 1343 1 19th Street. Or. Peter Stecy extends best wishes and continued success to the class of 1974. Valerie Pykosz and Sue Holman model some of the wide selection of clothes available at Carrie’s—1331 11 9th Street. “When you say it with flowers . . . say it with ours.’’ Sue Witzke displays some of the beautiful flowers that are offered at Whiting Flower Shop, located at 1347 1 19th. 180 File your troubles at the American Trust Y our banking needs, it is located at 1321 Savings Bank, a member of the Federal 1l9th Street. Deposit Insurance Corporation. Serving all advertisements 181 Tom Bobos and Greg Drapac get “a head in the meat department at Park View. Park View also carries dairy, produce and grocery products. The store located at 1836 Calumet Ave. For the latest hair fashions, come to Rudolf ' s located at 1 1 14 119th Street, Whiting. Tom Geffert styles Linda Jakubczyk ' s Afro hair. 7 974 Booster Club officers peek into the future and say goodbye to the past. Mary Jo Chovanec jnd Larry Cuculic make a down payment for the future at Aronberg Jewelers. You can view the wide selection of all sorts of jewelry at 1348 119th. 182 Orthodonist, Dr. Krodzek extends his Patrick Price listens to records at Neal congratulations to the Graduating Class Prices. Stop in at 130.9 119th Street, or with these words, “Smile more for 74.” call 659-1744. advertisements 183 Sue Wojtena and Debbie Pasyk try out the car wash machines at Mofer Valet Car Wash, 4715 Hohman Ave. Stephanie Spolarich proves that you can fill ' er up at Walt ' s Standard Station; come to 1360 Indpls. Blvd., for your automotive needs. 184 Dr. George Jankosek offers his congratulations to the graduating class of 1974. Two of his patients, Maureen Bondi and Larry Cuculic clean up during National Dental Pictured wearing the Great Gatsby look from the Court Shops at Joe Hirsch are Don Haig, Greg Granger and Rich Yannuzzi, manager of the Court Shop in Woodmar. Stop in at the Court Shops at Joe Hirsch today and walk out with the feeling of visiting an elegant era of days past. The Great Gatsby isZ waiting for you at Joe Hirsch. THE DISCOVERY COMPANY Extends best wishes and continued success in the years to come to the 1974 graduating class. UNION CARBIDE CORPORATION CHEMICALS PLASTICS STANDARD AVENUE WHITING, INDIANA An Equal Opportunity Employer Tom Geffert and Jane Osborne monkey around at Delock ' s located at 1413 Indpls. Blvd. They carry a wide choice of fresh produce. Mike Smolen receives help in the nick of time from Poppen ' s available 24 hrs. a day for towing and road service. Give them a call at 659-1090. Practicing for the annual popcorn eating contest at Clark ' s own concession stand, is the challenger Vince Catania and his two trainers, Fred Behrens and Adrienne Barnaby. Regressing to childhood fantasies, Jeanne Haddad and Jim Pardonek enjoy themselves at Whiting 5 10 located at 1334 119th Street. Financial minded students Cindy Tondovich and Nelson Brown open a savings account with the assistance of Mrs. Elizabeth Herakovich at The Bank of Indiana in preparation for a long and joyous life. The bank has branches in Highland, St. John, Cedar Lake, and is also located at 1449 11 9th Street, Whiting. advertisements 1 187 Fonda del Lago offers a wide variety of Mexican Food. Jerry Mikulsak gets the red carpet treatment at 1423 Indpls. Blvd. In the mood for something cool and frosty? Let Diane Babinec prepare a delectable treat at Mary Kay Dairy Queen located at 1441 Indpls. Blvd., and treat yourself to one of a wide variety of shakes, sundaes and cones. 188 Making a quick withdrawal at the drive up window. Bill Lantz plans for the future at 1500 119th Street, Whiting, Route 41 at First Bank of Whiting. Established in 45th Avenue, Highland, and 1121 1 895, the bank now has branches at Sheffield Avenue, Dyer. Dale Carpenter and Nick Stepnowski look over the record selection at Hagewisch Discount Records and Tapes. 522 Torrence Ave., Calumet City, Illinois, Best of luck to the Class of ' 74. Jane Osborne and Adrienne Barnaby finds ways to amuse themselves at Star Sales, 1703 Calumet Ave. You can also find the “wholesalers of name brand merchandise located at Star II, 1406 119th Street. advertisements 189 Taking time to enjoy the simple pleasures Pepsi. Pepsi is distributed by Pepsi Co a in life, Maureen Bondi, Donna Hutsko and General Bottlers, Inc., 9300 Calumet Ave. fuzzy little sheepie take a break with For a warm, family atmosphere come to Vogel ' s Restaurant located at 1 250 Indpls. Blvd. with Mr. Vogel and daughter Cheryl greeting you with a smile. Uliana Garage specializes in car, body and fender painting and welding. The garage is located at 1918 Calumet Ave. in Whiting and the phone is 659-0478. Joe Nastav mimics the friendly people at lllinana Garage. ■ V-r VT 111V ■fry ' Jl i 1 } Up to their ears in hot water we have Patti Levitt and Laura Kruczek. You can get out of your troubles at Shermans, 1 326 1 19th. Carol Kowal and Maureen Lentz prepare shakes to satisfy your hunger at the Merry Isle at 1915 Calumet Ave. You could also order by phoning 659-3133. advertisements 191 Whatever the occasion. Mothers day, Prom, a birthday, send your special someone flowers from Stamos. Terri Fritz is surrounded among their fine selection of floral arrangements at 4314 Calumet Ave. or phone 931-2533. The Amoco Oil Company, Whiting Refinery, offers congratulations and best wishes to the Class of ' 74. The finest in Men’s apparel is found at Winsberg ' s. Hersch Winsberg and Jerry Miklusak display a fashionable suitcoat. Come in at 1 341 11 9th Street or call 659-0744. Mr. Steak offers the finest in Family Dining. For the best in steaks and seafood step in at 6525 Indpls. Blvd. in Woodmar. 192 Besides having an established jewelry department. Comay ' s also features, a wide assortment of records and LPS. Donna Hutsko and Mary Jo Chovanec stop in at 661 4 Indianapolis in Woodmar. Call 886-7368 for information. Kathy Hutsko and Nancy Jo Hetzel get a pizza” the action at Andes Pizza. Stop in at 2001 Indianapolis Blvd. or call 659- 3078 for fast delivery service. For many flavors of delicious ice creams and sherberts, check out Jersey Maid Ice Cream. The Jersey Maid Company processes and distributes its products from the plant at 4601 Hohman Avenue in Hammond. Congratulations and best wishes go out to the graduating class of ' 74 from The Oil, Chemical and Atomic Workers International Union. tisements 193 Dr. Paul Koch extends best wishes and continued success to the graduating Class of 1974. Geffert ' s Hardware, located at 1 843 Calumet is the store for all your home repair needs. Patti Pavlik and Joey Gaylor put some tools to good use on Butch Kovach. Passing the weight on to next years GAC officers are Linda Cloghessy, treas.; Rita Shimala, pres.; Mrs. Core, sponsor; Linda Jakubczyk, veep.; Margie Bobos, sec.; and Marylynn Samek, head of sports. They extend best of luck to the graduating Bill Lantz nose the place to go for pharmaceutical needs. Stop in at Richard ' s Prescription Center, 1 350 1 1 9th Street o call 659-3060. Whiting Supermarket, located on 1 1 9th Street in Whiting offers friendly service and top quality products. Look ing forward to a delicious meal at Ralph ' s Restaurant are Jim Buehler, Adrienne Barnaby, Tom Geffert, Patti Pavlik, and Mark Lewandowski. Stop in at 1342 119th Street. Located at 1440 Indianapolis Blvd., Condes provides a pleasant atmosphere for family dining. Call 659-1052 for their excellent catering service. I Clark-Franklin PTA extend their hope for continued success of the Class of ' 74. advertisements 195 Congratulations and Best of luck to the Class of ’74 from the Adult Booster Club. “You deserve a break today,” so come to McDonalds located on Calumet Hammond, and be greeted with the smiles of C. Bobos, C. Furto, A. Bostwick, R. Kaminsky, C. Ruman, and W. Keith. m You bring the talent, we 11 bring the training. U.S.ARMY RECRUITING STATION 4614 Indianapolis Blvd. 219 397-8568 EasT CHicaco.iriDiana Compliments of Dusty ' s, located at 2350 White Oak Avenue in Whiting. They have the Best Hamburgers in Town and Seafood on Friday. Telephone—659-961 8. 196 Chris Bobos and Jane Osborne try to beat the diminishing dollar by cashing in their coins at Liberty Savings and Loan Thomas, Mr. Everett, 116 Thomas, Karen, 167, 168, 169, 172 Tkach, Vicki, 22, 95, 147 Tokarz, Randy, 1 52 Toney Robert, 152, 159, 168 Tomko, Mary, 152, 155 WHcw. Ga ' ry m Williams, Deme Ann, 48, 141 . 167 Williams, Mr. Ray, 114, 157 Williamson, Mr ' . Jack, 118, 138, 158 Toth. Dovid, 152, 163 Toth, Raymond, 147 Troksa] Jody Troksa, Marcia, 134 Trzepacz, Lorry, 134 Tucker, Sherri, 152, 164 Tumidalsky, Ben Turner. Fteyd . u Wintczak, Tom, 82. 147, 157, 158, 165, 172 Wisniewski, John Wittig, Barbara, 141, 152, 172 Wittig, Robert Witzke, Sue, 20, 21. 80. 123, 133, 161, 162, 163, 164, 169, 170 Wleklinski, Ronald Wojciehowski, Jeon, 147, 171 Wojciehowski, Maurine, 1 52, 164 Wojnarowicz, Lynn, 152 Wojteno, Susan, 13, 134, 154, 155, 156, 161 Wozniak, Nancy Wrift, Maryellen, 159 Udchitz, Ronald, 152 Uhrin, Judy, 41, 141, 154, 156, 161 Umlauf, Bill, 147, 165, 168 Unger, Mr. Michoels, 114 Y 1 Yager, Bruce, 1 34 Yager, Christine, 152 Yelton, Mr. Jeffrey, 1 17, 158. 159 Young. Sheila 134 Vonderbye, Roy, 161 Vordalos, Helen, 147 Vorsity, Cheerleaders, 14, 78, 155 Vasilak, Cath erine. 98, 154, 155, 160, 162, 163, 164 Vastinar, Stephen, 134 Vaught, Bobby, 134 Vida, Don, 34. 141, 155, 168, 173 z Zobrecky, George, 147, 172 Zobrecky, Michael, 141, 168 Zajac, David, 83, 152, 162, 164, 173 Zamarocy, Chris, 147, 155, 160 Zatorski, Debra, 147, 156, 162, 166 Zawadzki, Michael. 147 Zelenack, LouisTl52 Villanueva] Potricia, 147 Volleyball. 30, 31, 158, 159 Voris, Cooch Nick, 18, 19, 117, 158 Voyles, Cynthia, 152 Vrobel. Andrea, 147 Vrlik, Bob, 14 1. 157, 158, 168, 173 Vujko, Duson, 141 Vujko, Susan u Wogner, Michelle, 173 Wolczok, David, 152 Walczak, Tim, 141, 168 Zeljeznjok, Diane, 152 Zembalo, Larry, 157, 158, 168 Wart man, Gail Watkins. Mr. Oral. 114, 149 Webb. Deborah, 147 Westfall. Jeffrey, 147, 164, 165 Wheeler, Sandra. 141, 164 Whitezel, David. 26, 27, 141, 165 iivij | i pii ' l I ft % Really, what is an editor suppose to say at the end of the book? That he ' s glad its’ over! Anyway, I’ve learned a great, deal about Clark, the faculty, the students, but mostly about life. Perhaps the greatest gift I’ve received is the friendship of Mr. Muir. If anyone could know him the way I do, they would surely understand the great man he is. I probably haven ' t been the greatest editor but I wouldn ' t even be the editor if it wasn’t for my parents. I tried to change and publish the book the best way I knew how. hANq it up Nobody ' s perfect and alot of mistakes were made. Through the hurt feelings, the midnight deadlines, the basement with wet clothes, a zillion phone calls, the lack of help, the highs and lows, somehow the 1974 Powder Horn was completed. L Editor-in-Chief The 1974 Powder Horn was printed by Paragon Press in Montgomery, Alabama. A no-set-column layout style formed the basic page plan. This book has three pica inner margins, and outer margins of four, five, and six picas. The copy style was in 10 point Spartan Medium flush left, ragged right. No indentations or paragrpah specifications were followed. Copy was 14 picas wide throughout the book. Captions were printed in 8 point, Spartan Medium flush left ragged right and 10 picas wide through the entire book. Actate Headlines ' were purchased from Formatt. Each section had its own specific headlines style. Headline style for the people section was 36 pt. Robin Robert; student life, 36 pt. Elefante; Academics, 36 pt. Peignot Bold; Sports, 36 pt. City Compact Bold; Essays, 48 pt. Clarendon Open and 24 pt. Egyptian Bold Condensed; Organizations, 36 pt. Kehold. 6 pt. Spartan Medium was used in the index. The cover was an original painting from Miss Morrison ' s Art Class. Process red and Process blue, spot colors were used throughout the theme. Photography was done by Root Photography Studios in Chicago, Illinois, City Photo in Hammond, Indiana and student photogrpahers of the Powder Horn staff. Editor in Chief: Photographers: Faculty Editors: Advertising Editors: Sports Editors: Senior Editors: Underclass Editors: Organization: Index Editors: Academic Editor: Identification Editors: Subscription Editors: Printer: Adviser: Cover Design: Business Manager: Essay Editor: Typist: Chris Bobos Bill Lantz Jerry Miklusak Fred Surrett Sue Holman Valerie Pykosz Maureen Bondi Donna Hutsko Mary Jo Chovanec Linda Jakubczyk Amy Bostwick Colette Lewandowski Beth Miller Lydia Quattrin Jean Zajac Margie Bobos Mary Lynn Samek Karen Pappalardo Karen Shebesh Lynn Smaluk Jane Osborne Karen Shebesh Mary Lou Grenchik Mary Mierwa Patty Pavlik Paragon Yearbooks Mr. George Muir Theresa Skalka Adrienne Barnaby Rich Bradman Sherry Blastick Margie Bobos Mary Lou Grenchik Jane Osborne Liz Martinez Kathy Kalena Donny Haig Nelson Brown Jeff Glass Pat Price Sherry Blastick Veronica Smigiel Marlene Droba Maureen Lentz Cindy Tonkovich Crystal Snowe Patty Dudzik Acknowledgements: Mr. Muir . . . Colonel Savedge . . . Mr. Hoelzel . . . Mr. Mueller . . . Secretaries in office, especially Linda Muscarella . . . Mrs. Allen . . . Mr. Shepard . . . Mr. Church . . . Mrs. Talabay . . . Mr. Majcher . . . Mr. Lockey . . . Mr. Miller . . . Miss Morrison . . . Clark faculty members . . . Office Administrators . . . The athletic department. . . Mr. Howell. . . I conclude that life is what one makes it and that the happiness or sadness it brings comes from advancements. After all, what is left to life than to reach beyond those four walls of opinions . . .the boundries . . . the wrong of the world Man must let the better reign over the worse. His four walls, man ' s horizons, are breaking down to better the establishment and leave the opinions of people accepted in the eyes of God. I watch a year fly by me. The price freeze robbed from my pocket. The energy crisis forced me to give up my little luxuries. Nixon gave me reason to believe in the unbelievable. Vandalism makes me sick. I noticed how each person enjoyed his own things. Whether homework, alcohol, Columbian, cheering, sleeping . . . whatever ... I realize it’s all a matter of likes and dislikes. I know man cannot be caged into a single environment. He must crush his barriers and expand to the future. In the future lies the key symbol to a perfect surrounding- hope! Yet I know the future lies in the hands of individuals, who can accept, relate, and use opinions—everyones opinions—to confront the problems of the world outside of George Rogers Clark. theme 207 I now realize man’s story must be proclaimed throughout the universe even to the farthest comer . . .