Gillespie High School - Gillespian Yearbook (Gillespie, IL)

Text from Pages 1 - 152 of the 1966 volume:

1965-66 brings students into a new study hall—or, rather, an old study hall, refur- bished. The old desks had been torn out by shop boys in the spring. The old floor was taken out or at least cover- ed up, and new tile put down; a paint job brightened the place. A rearrangement of the library and new furni- ture completed the meta- morphosis. At the left is the finished product. Thus, with something different we began a different year. GILLESPIAN Gillespie Community High School Gillespie 1966 Illinois FOREWORD Perhaps you noticed those little guys running across the bottom of page one. Who are they? They don't have names because they're different people at different times. They might be School Board members, administrators, and teachers guiding Gillespie Community High School through another rewarding year. They could be the Regional Champion Miners, battling toward the finals of the Sectional, or members of any of the many organizations and groups, striving toward common goals and achieving worthwhile ob- jectives. Maybe they are everybody--student, teacher, parent,--who enjoys the social ac- tivities of GCHS. At sometime in their lives they have been, are, or will be High School Seniors who finish something bigger. In the beginning, as on our title page, they are all of us; they are everyone who has anything to do with GCHS. As we follow them through the 1965-66 school year they will at different times and places represent various of the individuals who collectively make up our school. Where are they going? Many places, but you can be sure that wherever they go, we've all been there at least once. Let's follow them and, through pictures and words, watch Gillespie High School on the go. Always on the go describes Gillespie's ATHLETICS-- p. 21-40. GCHS ON In order to keep in pace with an active student To keep up with an expanding school requires much time and body, much effort is devoted by the FACULTY-- work on the part of the ADMINlSTRATION--p. 5-10. P H-20. 2 Outlets for the energies of active GCHS students are provided by ACTIVITIES-- pp. 61-86. THE GO ACKNOWLEDGMENTS: The Gillespian Staff gratefully acknowl- edges the assistance of the personnel of Rembrandt Studios -- Mr. William Saifer, general manager: Mr. Carl Motchan, assistant manager ; Jim Hessler and John Wiatt, Photographers; and Mrs. Bertha Carter, yearbook consultant. Superintendent and Mrs. Emery H. Martin DEDICATION Retiring this year after long tenure in the Gillespie schools are Mr. and Mrs. Emery II. Martin. Mr. Martin, who received his Bach- elor of Science degree from MeKendree College and his Master of Science degree from the University of Illinois, retires as superintendent of Gillespie Community Unit District Number Seven, a post which he has held for thirteen years. Prior to his appointment as superinten- dent he devoted twenty-five years of teaching physical education and shopcourses at Gillespie High School. In addition to his teaching duties Mr. Martin served as athletic coach. Mrs. Martin also has taught a long time-- twenty-two years in Gillespie and Granite City. She received her Bachelor of Arts degree at Me Kendree and taught music appreciation in the Gillespie grade schools, and later became choral director for the Gillespie schools. The Martins plan to do much traveling in their retirement. From all those who will miss these two familiar people come wishes for a happy and fulfilling retirement. Mr. Frank Bertetti 4 Another well-known figure at Gillespie Community High School, Mr. Frank Bertetti, is retiring after forty-two years of service in public education. Mr. Bertetti received his Bachelor of Education degree from Illinois State Normal University and his Master of Science degree from the University of Illinois. Mr. Bertetti first taught at Benld High School. After three years he became principal and; following that position he became superintendent of School District Number Ten, a post which he held for thirty years. At GCHS Mr. Bertetti has taught social studies for the past five years. Mr. Bertetti's retirement will be an active one. He will continue to teach economics at Southern Illinois University at Edwardsville. May he continue in his happy semi-retirement to be the vigorous, informative teacher he has been at GCHS. To keep the school sys- tem on the go, administra- tion is needed. The admin- istration members in keep- ing up with G.C.H.S. often find themselves, like our friends below on the run. Administering a high school is not like maintaining a factory. The administration is stimulated by the atmos- phere of young, energetic people on the move. They show it by their concern, not only for the welfare of the school system, but also the welfare of the individual stu- dent. ADMINISTRATION BOARD OF EDUCATION Constitution of the United States clearly leaves the matter of governing education to the states. The State of Illinois has chosen tofurther delegate a portion of its responsibility for ed- cation to local areas called school districts. The responsibility and authority for the operation of schools within its district is vested in the Board of Education. A committee of representatives elected by the citizens of the district. Building, financing, hiring, and setting all policies for the school system are the leg- itimate functions of the Board. Members of the Board of Education for Unit District Number Seven (from the left as pictured above) are Mr. Kelly I leyen, Mr. Neil Kampwerth, Mr. Oscar Eibbra, Mr. Charles Simcox, Mr. James Savant, Mr. Henry Admire, and Mrs. Isabel Baima. 6 Mrs. Agnes McGrady, Unit Bookkeeper PRINCIPALS The day to day responsibility for seeing that a school runs smoothly and efficiently is the principal's. Scheduling classes, supervis- ing the maintenance of the building, disciplining wayward charges, certifying students' records --these and many more are the duties of the position. Mr. Walter Chulick is principal of the ele- mentary and freshman Ben Id Attendance Center. He holds a Master of Science degree from the University of Illinois. In addition to his duties as principal, Mr. Chulick teaches practical mathematics and advises the freshman Student Council. Mr. Michael Verticchio, principal of the Gillespie Senior High School, received his Masters of Arts degree from the University of Illinois. Mr. Verticchio Teaches the chemis- try segment of the college-preparatory advan- ced physical science course and advises the National Honor Society. Mrs. Esther Ferrari Secretary to Mr. Verticchio Mrs. Esther Wood Secretary to Mr. Chulick Girl Friday to any principal is his secretary. Our Esthers are no exception. Above, Mrs. Ferrari takes absense reports. 7 The tasks of total education go beyond the mere administration of buildings or the appropriation of funds--indeed beyond the role of the classroom teacher. A student's mental and physical well-being is vital to the learning process. Also vital is the availability of materials for learning-- books, magazines, newspapers, etc. Mrs. Elinor Davies is nurse for some 1800 pupils of Unit District Number Seven. In addition to her daily routine of head- aches, stomach-aches, fevers, colds, and flu, Mrs. Davies administers the health education program of movies and lectures and the tuberculosis skin test and chest x-ray program. Mrs. Edith Strehle, unit librarian, supervises the circulation of books and other library materials for the district. Mrs. Elinor Davies Unit Nurse Carolyn and Tom make use of re- search facilities in the high school library. Mrs. Edith Strehle Unit Librarian SERVICE TO STUDENTS Unit guidance counselor is Mr. Emil Corgiat. Mr. Corgiat advises students with regard to their academic program and future plans--whether college or voca- tional--, administers the educational test- ing program, and is available for con- sultation with students on matters of personal concern. 8 The preparation and serving of the school lunch program at GCI IS is handled by (seated) Mrs. Oberto, Mrs. Burge, Mrs. Osterkamp, Mrs. Lucca, (standing) Mrs. Emanuel, Mrs. Campion, and Mrs. Alderson. The task of feeding a school full of hungry children and high school students is the duty of our cooks. In addition to that day-in day-out routine, the cooks are called upon to cater the numerous dinners and banquets which are part of the year's activities. Providing wholesome meals in an attractive environment ultimately is the responsibility of Mrs. Kvelyn Osterkamp, GCIIS's chief-cook-and-bottle-washer.” The ladies who cook, both at Gillespie and Benld, help provide that fuel which keeps GCMS moving. FOOD SERVICES Relaxing after feeding one-hundred eighty hungry freshmen are the cooks at Benld: Mrs. Benich, Mrs. Muich, Mrs. Sabat, and Mrs. Norbent. MAINTENANCE AND TRANSPORTATION The phenomenal task of keeping the school clean and in good repair is left to our custodial staff. At Benld Mr. Moruskey and Mr. Tripolo (upper left) keep things spic 'n span . The mopping, cleaning, and refurbishing at GCHS is in charge of Mr. Louis Sobberi (upper right) and Mr. Albert lllafka (lower left). Mr. Russell Herron (lower right) is in charge of maintenance of buildings and grounds for the district. In a school district which encom- passes nine geographically separate communities and their surrounding rural areas, the task of transporting students is a great one. Equally important is the maintenance of the vehicles for such a task. Mr. Harry Suhling is in charge of our fleet of busses. He is assisted by Mr. Fred Vogelsang. The bus drivers pictured at the left are: (seated} Mr. Gerald Nussman, Mr. Oscar Wesley, Mr. Harold Weidner, (standing) Mr. ' Suhling, Mr. Herron, Mrs. Frances Meyers, Mr. Vogelsang, Mr. Rogers Whitehouse. Other regular dus drivers (not pictured) were Mr. Lebro Failoni, Mr. lllafka, Mr. Russell Sexton, Mr. George Sutton, Mr. Ed Winkleblack. 10 A good teacher is more than a person who assigns homework. Good teachers are people who not only in- struct subject material, but also provide leadership and guidance for young adults. The faculty of G.C.H.S. is acutely aware of this and act as club sponsors, coaches, and advisors to students. They further fulfill this con- cept by treating students as individual persons with indi- vidual problems. With the animation of the little peo- ple our faculty keeps up with a going student body and constantly works to keep G.C.H.S. on the go. FACULTY Mr. Korunka Mr. Weitlauf Mr. Woods SCIENCE BIOLOGY, CHEMISTRY, PHYSICS. Our Society today is a science oriented one. Never before has man depended so much upon the various fields of science for his entertainment, his clothing, his food, and his future. Mr. Charles Korunda received his Bachelor of Arts degree at McKendree College. Mr. Korunka teaches general science and biology at the Benld Attendance Center. Mr. Maurice Weitlauf holds his Bachelor of Science degree from Murray State College. He teaches chemistry and Algebra I. Mr. Weitlauf also is the sponsor of the Science Club (p. 60). Mr. Orland Woods received his Master of Science degree from Indiana University. He instructs classes in biology and bookkeeping, and he has charge of audio- visual materials for the district. Gail and Ed calibrate a thermometer in physics lab, while Tony some- what dubiously appraises their efforts. 12 the KXOK All-Stars it wasn't much I Mrs. Toigo Mr. Rolando Mr. Whitehouse MATHEMATICS MATHEMATICS, thru the ages, has been a measure of the progress of man. Today, math in one form or another is used to change the world we live in. Mrs. Lola Toigo received her Bachelor of Science degree from Eastern Illinois University and teaches Algebra I at the Benld Attendance Center. Mr. James Rolando also attended Eastern Illinois University from which he holds his Bachelor of Science degree. He teaches geometry and Algebra II. Mr. Rolando is sponsor for the Student Council. Mr. Rogers Whitehouse attended Western Illinois University where he earned his Bachelor's degree. Mr. Whitehouse currently teaches geometry, physics, advanced mathematics and the college-preparatory advanced physics. For some math is stimulating or fun. It can be a bore for others. 13 14 Steve! How many times do 1 have to tell you? Pick up those papers!” Miss Cavitt The culmination of a semester's work. Mike strives for an answer on Miss Cavitt's English final. ENGLISH Mr. Norris Mr. Olson Miss Utt ENGLISH is the basis of our speech, study, and thought. Miss Carole Cavitt, who received her Bachelor of Arts degree from the University of Illinois, teaches English IV classes and a section of English II. She is advisor to the Debate Society (p. 47). Mr. Charles Norris, a Blackburn College graduate, teaches English II, advises the annual staff, and, with Miss Cavitt directs the activities of the Drama Club. Mr. Arthur Olson holds a Master of Arts degree from the University of Illinois and teaches English I. Miss Laura Utt, advisor of FT A fp. 49), teaches English 111. Miss Utt also holds her M.A. degree from the University of Illinois. SOCIAL SCIENCE HISTORY and SOCIAL STUDIES become increasingly important as society gains in affluence and technology. Mr. Frank Bertetti provides instruction in economics and sociology, as well as American history. Mr.Bertetti holds a Master of Science degree from the University of Illinois. Mr. Adolph T e n i k a t teaches world history to the freshmen at the Benld Attendance Center. His M.S. degree was also taken at the University of Illinois. Mr. Borgini, Mr. Ruyle, and Mr. Sexton also teaches social science related courses. Mr. Bertetti Mr. Tenikat MODERN LANGUAGES Mr. Borgini FRENCH and SPANISH, our modern languages, bring us understanding of other peoples, their languages, and their cultures. Mr. Emil Borgini received his Bachelor's degree from Blackburn College. His major academic responsibility is the instruction of the French courses, in addition Mr. Borgini teaches American history and coaches football and baseball. Mr. Otis Ruyle (not pictured) teaches courses in reading and history, as well as Spanish I II. He was advisor to the Spanish Club (p. 59). Mr. Ruyle earned his Master of Science degree at Southern Illinois University. One of the greatest assets to our language department is its laboratory. Mr. Borgini monitors a lesson in French I. The Betty Crocker Award, is presented to the girl who scores highest on a test in homemaking. This year's re- cipient was Sara Kiss. VOCATIONAL EDUCATION Miss Smith Mrs. Warburton Jerry Dolliger works on a project for weld- ing class. Mr. Ashby AGRICULTURE is life. Its study is provided for those boys who will make farming their life's work. Mr. Leland Ashby teaches Ag. I, II,III, IV, and welding, and advises the local Future Farmers of America chapter (p. 58). Mr. Ashby received his Master of Science from the University of Illinois. HOME ECONOMICS, in a sense, goes beyond vocational training to encompass education for life itself. Miss Alice Smith received her Bachelor of Science from Southern Illinois University. She offers Homemaking II III and teaches Family Living. Miss Smith also advises the Future Homemakers of America, (p. 54) Mrs. Alice Warburton has charge of the home economics program at the Benld Attendance Center where she teaches Homemaking I. She earned her Bachelor of Science from Iowa State University. Mrs. Warburton advises the freshman FHA. (p. 55) 16 Mr. Easton Mr. Palishen Mr. Sutton THE INDUSTRIAL ARTS program prepares students for employment after graduation by giving students basic instruction in the skills and tools of industry. Mr. Andrew Easton received his Bachelor of Science in Education from Eastern Illinois University. He instructs classes in Woodshop I II. Mr. Easton is also football line coach, junior-varsity basketball coach, and track coach. Mr. Harold Palishen also attended Eastern Illinois University where he received a Bachelor of Science degree. He teaches general shop to freshmen and coaches at Benld. Mr. George Sutton holds his Bachelor of Science degree form Western Illinois University. He teaches mechanical and engineering drawing and the metal shop courses. Mr. Sutton is pictured below at work on a lathe. BUSINESS EDUCATION serves a dual purpose: it not only serves as a preparation for employment upon graduation, but it also provides a means in income for those who want to help themselves financially while they are furthering their education. Mrs. Hribernik Mrs. Tenikat Ed wonders who moved the 2-key. BUSINESS EDUCATION Mrs. Kathryn Hribernik, who received her Bachelor of Education degree at Eastern Illinois University,teaches bookkeeping and Typing I. TYPING I is taken by almost all high school students, often for personal use. Bookkeeping serves as an introduction to the systematic keeping of records for business. Mrs. Madeline Tenikat, who received her Master of Science degree from the University of Illinois, instructs classes in Shorthand 1 II, Typing II, and clerical office practice. In addition to typing, clerical office practice includes the use of office machines, various filing systems, and data-processing practices. Shorthand is often taken by the college-bound student for note-taking. The advanced commerical courses continue the preparation of students for immediate employment in the business world. Jo Ann mulls over a problem in typing, while Mariann speeds ahead. 18 Mrs. Btngman Mr. Sexton Miss Konnecker Mr. Shoop PHYSICAL EDUCATION Girls' basketball can get hectic. AskStarla and Jeanne; better yet ask Dorris, the ref . PHYSICAL EDUCATION is as important as mental and moral education. You cannot learn if you are ill, and knowledge profits you little if you cannot use it. Mrs. Juanita Bingman, who teaches girls'physica 1 education classes in Ben Id, received a Bachelor of Science degree from Southern Illinois University. Miss Martha Konnecker, who teaches girls’ P.E. in Gillespie, also holds a Bachelors degree from Southern. Both Mrs. Bingman and Miss Konnecker advise the cheerleaders and sponsor the Girls' Athletic Associations at their respective schools. Mr. Russell Sexton, Jr. holds a Master of Science from Southern Illinois University and teaches world history and boys' P.E. in Gillespie. Mr. Lawrence Shoop, who has a Bachelor of Science from Upper Iowa University, teaches boys' P.E. and coaches freshman sports. 19 Miss Dreier Mr. Kay Mrs. Martin Mr. Parmentier SPECIAL EDUCATION MUSIC, man's most popular form of expression, has always held an esteemed place in the heart of G.C.H.S. Miss Dee Ann Dreier received her Bachelor of Music Education at Northwestern University. She is in charge of vocal music at Benld. Mr. Kenneth Kay holds a Bachelor of Science degree from the University of Illinois. Mr. Kay directs the instrumental music program at Gillespie and Benld. Mrs. Areta Martin, who received her Bachelor of Arts degree from McKendree College, teaches vocal music at Gillespie. ART is the creation of beauty by man. Works which are useful for their beauty are being produced by art students under the guidance of Mr. Morris Giaudrone. Mr. Giaudrone received his B.S. from Southern Illinois University at DRIVER'S EDUCATION is a necessity in this automotive age. Mr. William Parmentier holds a Master's degree from Eastern Illinois University. He is in charge of the driver training program. More commonly known as Coach Mr. Parmentier is head football and basketball coach. Coach doesn't seem too sure of John Kolesar's ability to change a tire, but Tony Lubrant doesn't seem too worried. 20 Competition, especially the type afforded by a well- rounded athletic program, provides students with the motivation to excel either as individuals or as team in the competitive world of today and the future. This spirit of team work and individual achievement is the stuff of which life is made. Sports at G.C.H.S. is a going concern any year. Ex- ceptional talent in both foot- ball and basketball produced enviable seasons for each ac- tivity. Spring sports, base- ball and track, show the extremes of precision team work and individual stamina. The Miners on the go and their supporters going with them exhibit an enthusiasm for competitive challenges. FOOTBALL Standing: Mr. Easton, Mr. Borgini, D. Hasquin, R. Secoy, B. Klobnak, A. Chulick, J. Savant, K. Alepra, M. Pushich, E. Stinnett, J. Slapak, B. Cunningham, D. Meno, A. Audo, B. Boston, T. Hollis, B. Kirby, D. Gobble, P. Drummond, J. Warford, C. McKaig, F. Harris, E. Saracco,Mr. Parmentier. Kneeling: T. Tallman, S. Benich, D. Brown, T. Ribes, M. Spudich, R. Richards, J. Lanzerotti, J. Dolliger, R. Fulton, M. Frame, M. LaCopo, R. Roglis. GILLESPIE MINERS SEASON'S RECORD Gillespie 19 Feithans 7 39 Hillsboro 18 32 Mt. Olive 0 20 Nokomis 19 56 Southwestern 0 0 Staunton 2 40 Jerseyville 14 38 Carlinville 13 50 Dupo 21 Measuring up to a mighty task are Managers Marciukaitis, Ribes, Frame, and Lanzerotti. An agile side step by Bucky sends a Nokomis player spraw- ling and the Miners on for a win. Ken Alepra Senior End Tilt 1965 FOOTBALL MINERS com- pleted their season with an 8-1 win-loss record. An overpowering defense which held the opposition to an average of only ten points per game and a quick, hard- hitting offense which averaged 33 points scored per game produced that enviable record. The Miners' only loss came at the hands of Staunton, 2-0. Two Gillespie T-Ds had been called back whenStaunton caught the Miners for a safety, giving them the necessary two points for the fame and sole claim to first place in the outh Central Conference race. END LINEMEN Excellent offensive and defensive play characterized the quick ends of the 1966 Miner gridiron squad. Rick Fulton and Bud Savant, playing both offense and defense, were aided by defensive specialist, Ken Alepra. Savant and Fulton were chosen to the All South Central Conference Team, with Savant receiving special mention on the Little All State squad. Bud Savant Senior End Rick Fulton Senior End Bob Klobnak Junior End 24 Bucky Chulick Senior Half-back Dave Hasquin Senior Full-back Frank Harris Senior Half-back BACKFIELD The good passing of Quarter- back Bob Boston, the hard run- ning of Halfback Frank Harris and Fullback Dave Hasquin, and the quick-break field running of Half- backs Bucky Chulick and Steve Benich paced the 1966 Football Miners' high scoring offensive. Offensive captain Bob Boston was named to the all conference team along with Frank Harris. Boston also gained a second team berth on the Little All State squad. Bob Boston Senior Quarterback Tony Audo Senior Full-back f ___ m ■Im MMl -r— Steve Benich Junior Full-back 25 Fete Drummond Senior Tackle Rick Richards Senior Tackle Every hard-hitting Miner tackle means one less T-Dfor the opponent. Earl Stinnett Senior Guard Tom Hollis Senior Guard LINEMEN A hard-hitting offen- sive line paired with an un-yeilding defense cre- ated the 8-1 punch of the 1965 Football Miners. Proof of this excellent play was shown by the se- lection of Farl Stinnett and Tom Hollis as guards and Pete Drummond and Dick Meno as tackles to the All-South-Central Con- ference Team. Offensive tackle Drummond and de- fensive captain Meno were named as Honorable Men- tion on the Little All- State team. The Miners Show fine defensive action (left) against Hillsboro. 27 JUNIOR VARSITY: (First row) B. Koski.T. Moore, J. Warford, M. Cavanaugh, S. Sheridan, D. Bishop, D. Spurney, D. DeLaurem, L. Watson; (Second row) C. Marciukaitis, A. Hasquin, T. Largio, J. Kloesar, L. Cavallo, T. Indelicato. R. Roth, L. Daley, B. Molinar; (Third rowA B. Powers, M. Kidwell, S. Love, R. Bray, J. Osborne, J. Ribes, G. Simcox, H. Pinkerton, B. Sawyer, S. Katich, T. Lubrant, S. Rolando, Coach Gypalo. PROMISING FUTURE On the go toward another successful varsity team were the 1965 Junior Varsity Football Miners. This year's team compiled a 4-1 record under the leadership of Coaches Borgini and Gypalo. Varsity hopefuls from the line were tackle Bill Powers; guards Steve Rolando and Dave DeLaurent. Backfield comers are line-backer Mike LaCopo; half- backs George Katich and Tony Lubrant; and quarter-back Ron Bray. At the Benld Attendance Center, Coach Shoop's freshman Indians put together an admirable 3-3-1 record. A small, but quick team,the Indians showed promise for devel- opment into a fine varsity of the future. Fine defensive play held opponents to res- pectable scores, while the Indians' fast- moving offense gave the freshman team its highscoring punch. FRESHMEN: (First row) G. Dufner, B. Ballantyne, R. Hildebrand, S. Wolfe, R. Lienard, A. Fassero, A. Audo. G. Skosey; (Second row) R. Ottersburg, S. Stewart, J. Litviak, R. Fulton, T. Dunn, J. Wolfe, J. Baima, L. Hammann, J. Tiburzi, K. Tallman, B. Bertetto, K. Monke; (Third row) Mgrs. J. Smith, M. Klobnak; G. Brown, J. Molinar, P. Manning, S. Redolfi, T. Newby, L. Broderick, W. Wright, J. Allen, L. Jarden, and Mgr. R. Wargo. ■ Back row: Coach Easton Mgr. Tony Ribes Mgr. Don Phillips Steve Benich Bill Rhoads Byron Kirby Bob Boston Bob McMillan Bob Klobnak Bud Savant Mgr. John Lanzerotti Mgr. Terry Gucciardo Coach Parmentier Front row: Roger Katich Jerry Dolliger Mike Fenton Tom Alla Ken Alepra Championship basket- Two-points from Savant often ball means watching meant the difference between for the way the play a win and a loss, will break. Steve kept his eyes open. REGIONAL CHAMPS A lay-up from Boston with cover from McMillan, Dolliger's deadly jump-shot, and fast-breaking action from Fenton assured another victory for the Miners. THE SEASON'S RECORD Gillespie 63 Jerseyville 68 71 Bethalto 61 81 Mt. Olive 38 68 Nokomis 49 68 Lincolnwood 79 77 Hillsboro 49 64 Roxana 77 59 Staunton 54 72 Southwestern 52 59 Feithans 68 73 Livingston 56 County Tournament 2nd Place Jacksonville Tourney 2nd Place Gillespie 77 Staunton 49 78 Carlinville 61 70 Nokomis 66 80 Feithans 71 88 Mt. Olive 58 60 Carlinville 68 81 Southwestern 40 Regional Tournament 1st Place Sectional Tournament 2nd Place JUNIOR VARSITY: Standing: Coach Easton, Mgr. Terry Gucciardo, Jim Osborn, George Simcox, Ron Bray, Jim Morgando, John Ribes, Alex Orr, Alan Hasquin, Mgr. Mike Frame. Kneeling: Dave DeLaurent, Mike Cavanaugh, Tony Lubrant, Rickey Mohr, George Katich. Other Junior-Varsity team members are pic- tured with the Varsity. TOMORROW’S VARSITY Tom's lay-up scores two- points for the J-V Miners. BASKETBALL MANAGERS Don Phillips, John Lanzerotti, Mike Frame, Terry Gucciardo, and Tony Ribes gather the large amount of equipment which must be transported with the team. 32 On the go toward varisty action next year were the quick, high-scoring Junior Varsity Basketball Miners. The J V’s compiled a 16-2 record, averaging 66 points per game against their opponents' 43. Paced by Bob Klobnak, JV high scorer, four junior Miners scored over 200 points each. The first five, Allan, Klobnak, G. Katich, R. Katich, and Rhoads, scored a season total of 999 points. The Benld Attendance Center's Indians showed a fine 10-5 record. The Indians first five were Dufner, Molinar, Stewart, Tallman and Wargo. The promise these boys dis- played assures a successful future for the Basketball Miners. TODAY S FRESHMEN Standing: Mgr. Mike Klobnak, Jim Tiburzi, Bob Ottersburg, John Molinar, Lenny Broderick, Kent Tallman, Bill Wright, and Mgr. Bob Fulton. Seated: Rick Wargo, Pat Manning, Gary Dufner, Coach Shoop, Sam Stewart, Joe Biama, and Steve Wolfe. Kneeling: Bob Portugal, Kyle Hlafka, and Tony Gucciardo. BASEBALL MINERS Coached by Mr. Borginiand Mr. Steiner, this year's baseball Miners may be characterized as a well-rounded, talented ball club. They turned in a 9-6 sea- son, winning the District Tour- nament over Litchfield (13-4) and Carlinville (6-1). Seniors provided the back- bone of the squad. Rick Fulton led the fielding; Joe Chiarodo turned in a .355 batting aver- age, highest for the team; Bob McMillan pitched an 8-3 season. Mike Fenton was named Most Valuable Player. Seniors Ed LaRoche, Bucky Chulick, and Phil Kocis, helped to round- out a memorable club. Other team members were: Juniors-- Tom Ulan, Jim Frame, Bob IGobnak, Chuck Gregory, Mike Lacopo, Jim Katich, Chuck McKaig, Ron Roglis; and Sophomores-- George Katich, Tony Lubrant, George Simcox, Mike Cavan- augh, Jim Morgando, Dennis Bishop, Larry Cavallo, Kevin Janulavich, Stan Katich, and Karl Pachesa. 34 Warm up may be the crucial factor in a game. Ed La Roche sets for a base hit. SEASON’ RECORD Carlinville 5 Gillespie 4 Nokomis 2 Gillespie 7 Staunton 7 Gillespie 5 Mt. Olive 1 Gillespie 3 Nokomis 8 Gillespie 9 Carlinville 5 Gillespie 4 Nokomis 2 Gillespie 7 Staunton 7 Gillespie 5 Mt. Olive 1 Gillespie 3 Nokomis 8 Gillespie 9 Carlinville 5 Gillespie 0 Lincolnwood 1 Gillespie 6 Lincolnwood 0 Gillespie 1 Mt. Olive ] 10 Gillespie 11 F ietshans 2 Gillespie 4 Fietshans 7 Gillespie 3 District Litchfield 4 Gillespie 13 Carlinville 1 Gillespie 6 Regional Edwardsville 4 Gillespie 0 Exhibiting the form of champions are Boston in the high hurdles, Savant in the high jump, and Rolando in the broad jump. TRACK AND FIELD Under the able guidance of Coach Andy Easton, Gillespie's Track Team produced a season which saw seven school records topped. In field events Bob Cunningham pole Vaulted 11' and Jim Slapak set new records for the shot and discus of 47' 3 and 131' 2 respective- ly. A record of 51.4 secs, was set by Frank Harris in the 440 yard run, and Jim Klein established 2.min. 5 secs, in the 880. Ken Alepra scored 21.2 seconds for a new record in the low hurdles. Our mile relay quartet-- Harris, Klein, Steve Benich, and Steve Rolando--established a new Macoupin County record of 3:34.3. The Freshman and Soph- omores captured a first at the Carlinville Invitational and a third in their conference meet. Varsity track men took second in the Macoupin County meet and thirds in the South Central Conference and the Virden Invita- tional. They won dual meets with Litchfield and Jerseyville and triangular meets over Staunton and Livingston; Staunton and Mt. Olive and Staunton and Bunker Hill. Seniors Ken Alepra, Bob Boston, Bob Cunningham, Bob Girardi, Eugene Grandone, Frank Harris, Dave Hasquin, Byron Kirby, Mike Fusich, and Jim Savant helped make their last track sea- son at GCHS successful. Other team members included: John Janus, Bert Sawyer, Mike Spudich, Ed Saracco, Ron Secoy, Don Phillips; and Sophomores Frank Genetti, DaveSpurney, Pete Visintin, Jim Osborn, John Kolesar, Steve Unverzagt, Alan Hasquin, Tony Lubrant, John Fraelle, John Ribes, Stan Katich, Mike Rekart, Dave DeLaurent, Steve Sheridan, Glenn Wilson, Cas Marciukaitis, Larry Cavallo, George Simcox, and Bill Powers. Student teacher Dan Vlasich assisted Coach Easton. 36 A good start is half the battle. Dave Hasquin (third from left) moves out for a first. CINDERMEN MINERS A smooth exchange is all important to a championship relay squad. Steve hands-off to Jim in the record- breaking county mile relay. Tre m,U? rel,ay sciuad p°ses — Rolando Harris, Benich, and Klein. At right: Frank breaks the tape for the record finish. 37 VARSITY CHEERLEADERS: Judy Giachetti, Sally Verton, Theresa Brown, JoAnn DeMartini, Micki Ricchiardi, Linda Girardi. FRESHMEN Mary Cavanaugh Bev Mor Joeen Gaudio JUNIOR VARSITY: Bernadine Katich, Nadine DeMartini, Jean Kalvin, Cheryl Leone, Joan Dumez, Kathy Fenton. Susan Matevey Gina Daley Nancy Gaudino CHEERLEADERS In April of 1965,G.C.H.S. students assem- bled in the gymnasium to choose the six girls they wished to have represent them for the on- coming 1965-66 athletic seasons. The winning six--Theresa Brown, JoAnn DeMartini, Judy Giachetti, Linda Girardi,Micki Ricchiardi,Sally Verton--later journeyed to cheerleading clinic where they learned many new and improved cheerleading techniques. Then, after many hours of practice, the girls were ready for their first pep-rally and game. They mimeographed cheers, painted victory signs, and tried to arouse en- thusiasm among the students. Because the stu- dent body did not show what the cheerleaders labeled enthusiasm, the six girls began to work on a plan to help improve school spirit. With unlimited co-operation and backing by determin- ed students, the pep-rallies and games soon became the setting for the faithful Miner rooters. The cheerleaders feel that this extra effort put forth by the student body undoubtedly helped our Miners come out on top in all sports. It gave the Miners not only a feeling of determination, but it also made winning a MUST at G.C.ll.S. 39 VARSITY CHEERLEADERS 4C Starla DeSart ■T V G.C.H.S. has many or- ganizations f or students. What is their purpose? They have many; for most it is to gather a group of students interested in a certain thing and to increase their interest and knowledge of that field; others are for entertainment. But a much broader result usually occurs - -while the students are working togeth- er and enjoying themselves, they also enrich themselves by learning to work together; to express themselves and to know others and them- selves. In short, the organ- izations expand the concepts formally taught in classes, that is knowledge of life. It is the interaction of the organizations presented in this section which keeps G.C.H.S. moving. ORGANIZATIONS Providing the necessary ideas and guidance for the book and the staff are Co-editors DickMeno and Carol Molinar and Mr. Norris, the advisor. Pictures are the heart and soul of the annual; photo- graphers Suzie Harrison and Joe Klobnak, along with Jim Morgando (not pictured) help provide the graph- ics for the Gillespian. GILLESPIAN STAFF Paying for the annual is the respon- sibility of the business staff: Marc Folkers, Business Manager; Barb Perradotti, Subscriptions; Mike Pusich (not pictured), Advertising. Words complete the story which pictures begin; copy writers Kathleen Gibbons, Gail Tenikat, and John Bainer provide verbiage. 42 Cathy Young explains one of the ideas for the annual tofellow copy editors, Marilouise Bertetto and Sara Kiss. After hours of looking at other people's pictures, some copy editors pose for their own. From the left: Kathy Mansholt, Nancy Sattovia, Deanna Quade, Christine Severn, Susan Bockovich, and Marilyn Leinard. ANNUAL BUILDERS In a sense you might say that we -- those of us pictured here, the Gillespian Staff -- are those little guys you keep seeing. It has been our chosen duty, and a pleasant one it has been, to produce this book. It hasn't been hard work; we don't pretend that it has. It's been fun, and if it brings our readers the pleasure of memories, it has been rewarding. Typists Stephanie Sheridan and Linda Grandame proof read the copy that Mary Jo Verticchio is typing. Senior staff: Nancy Satovia, Sara Kiss, Mariellen Vezzoli, Pat Brand, Charles Blythe, Stephanie Sheridan, Mrs. Tenikat (Advisor), Theresa Brown, and Marilyn Leinard. The Miner's Light is Gillespie High's member of the news media. Those who work on the paper gain prac- tical knowledge of journal- ism. Although the staff men- bers do most of the work, any student may contribute articles and are encouraged to do so. Gillespie High School was chartered as a chapter of the international honorary society for high school journalists, Quill and Scroll, in October 1965. Fourteen charter mem- bers were initiated from the Miner's Light staff. EDITORS: Suzanne Frltsche and Marsha Reid; ADVISOR: Mrs. Tenikat. MINER S LIGHT Underclass staff: Marc Folkers Bill Grandone Adrian Devlin John Bainer Gail Tenikat Kathleen Gibbons 44 Officers: (seated) Sara Kiss, Micki Ricchiardi, Mike Pusich, and Jeff Warford. Members: (first row) Stephanie Sheridan, Nancy Sattovia, Gail Tenikat, Judy Giachetti, Pat Brand, Theresa Brown, Carol Molinar, Judy Wood, Cathy Young; (second row) Pete Drummond, Anthony Chulick, Bob Boston, Bob Klobnak, Dick Meno, Eugene Gradone; (third row) Dave Vercellino, Marc Folkers, Joe Klobnak, Ray Heal, John Bainer, and Charles Blythe. Sponsors: (not pictured) Miss Utt and Mr. Verticchio. NATIONAL HONOR SOCIETY The National Honor Society gives rec- ognition not only to scholarship but also to character, leadership, and service. Each year approximately five per cent of the junior class and fifteen per cent of the senior class are selected by the faculty for membership to the society. After a dinner on March 31 given in honor of the new members and their parents, the initiation ceremony was performed by the present GHS National Honor Society officers and members of the faculty. Then Mr. Verticchio gave a brief speech and presented the initiates with membership cards and pins. Professor Kenneth Crowe of Blackburn College concluded the evening's program by congratulating the students and expressing hope for their continued success. 45 A share in the planning of school ac- tivities and the promotion of citizenship and school spirit are functions of the Student Council. Members elected from each class, together with the class officers, make up our student government advised by Mr. Rolando. The officers (seated above) are Linda Girardi, Mae Pomatto, Anthony Chulick, and Bob Boston. Members (stand- ing from the left) are Linda Hayes, Ron Roglis, Nadine DeMartini, Bob Cunningham, Don Quinn, Bob Klobnak, Steve Rolando, Rick Roth, Dick Meno, Mike Spudich, Doug McGrady, and George Katich. STUDENT COUNCILS At the Benld Attendance Center fresh- man student government is guided by Mr. Chulick. Members of the freshman Student Council are: (left to right, seated) Ginny Jones, Gina Daley, Bonnie Suhling, Mr. —LI .ii i. Chulick, Carol Boston, Marilyn Minton, Artie Bazzeroni; (standing) Roger Fenton, Joe Baima, Pat Manning, Mike Klobnak, Paul Waters, Bill Bertetto, Tony Dunn. DEBATE SOCIETY Leading arguments, rebuttals, and cross-examinations are all common words in the Debating Society of Gillespie High School. The Debating Society was organiz- ed this year by Miss Carole Cavitt who is the Coach. Some of the club's mem- bers are pictured below: Kathy York, Sara Kiss, Gail Tenikat, Joe Klobnak, Miss Cavitt, sponsor, Cathy Young, and Carol Molinar, Secretary. Other members of the club are: Mike Pusich, Pete Drummond, Gene Crandone, and Rick Marchant. The club participated in giving the student body a demonstration debate on the topic concerning college students' freedom of speech. In debating other schools on various timely topics, and in practicing debating among themselves at regular intervals, they received the necessary training and basic confidence a new or- ganizations requires. Debate Society is open to allG.C.H.S. students who have the necessary ability and deep interest in self-expression. To be admitted to this organization, a student must present a written application to the sponsor and standing members who then vote on the applicant's admission to the group. 07 Troupe 1644 of the National Thes- pian Society is an honorary society within the GCHS Drama Club. Members are initiated after they have earned a sufficient number of points through active participation in the productions of the Drama Club. This year's initiates (left) are- Jane Long, Cathy Young, Mike Kidwell, Bui Grandone, Jeanne Anderson, Mike Westwood, Joe Klobnak, Susan Bockovich, Terry Gucciardo, and Wayne Failoni. Previous members are pictured below. THESPIANS Mike Hailstone, President; Carol Molinar, Vice-president; Jeanne Molinar, Secretary. 12 ( mauini. Phil Kocis, John Bainer, Marc Folkers, Gatl Tenikat, Charlie Blythe, and Kathy York. From left to right: C. Marciukaitis, T. Audo, B. Cunningham, F. Harris, J. Lanzerotti, M. LaCopo, S. Rolando, M. Spudich, F. Genetti, M. Frame, E. Grandone, S. Unverzagt, J. Savant, E. Stinnett, J. Klein, K. Alepra, J. Neibrand, D. Gobble, J. Dolliger, M. Fenton, B. McMillan, P. Visintin, J. Chiarodo, P. Drummond, M. Pusich, J. Slapak, D. Meno, B. Klobnak, A. Chulick, T. Lubrant, J. Warford, R. Richards, S. Benich, E. LaRoche, B. Boston, P. Kocis, R. Fulton, R. Bray, S. Katich, C. McKaig, D. Hasquin, and B. Kirby. The 1965-66 G Club was one of the going-est groups at Gillespie High. The club, which is composed of boys who have won varsity letters in athletics, numbered about forty members. Initiation occured in November and May. During the year the G men participated in many, varied ac- tivities--a skating party, a beach party, several hayrides, a bowling tournament, and a farewell banquet for seniors. In order to finance these activities and help provide equipment for the athletic department, the G Club sponsored several informal dances and the most successful game between the KXOK All-Stars and the Faculty (p. 77). Throughout the year, the G- Club exemplified the true symbol of sportsmanship and citizenship at G.C.H.S. OFFICERS: Bob Cunningham, President; Dave Hasquin, Sergeant-at-Arms; Mike Pusich, Treasurer; Phil Kocis, Secretary; Dick Meno, Vice- president; Frank Harris, Sergeant-at-Arms. “G” CLUB 49 FUTURE TEACHERS OF AMERICA The Illinois Association of Future Teachers of America acquaints students interested in the teaching profession with the practices, problems, and rewards of teaching. Two $100 scholarships are awarded annually. Members of the FTA pledge to cultuvate physical vitality, mental vigor, moral discrimination, a wholesome personality, helpfulness, knowl- edge, and leadership in order to be worthy of the position of teacher. The Gillespie chapter of the FTA, sponsored by Miss Laura Utt, participates in the state program. At meetings members see movies depicting various teaching situations. In May senior FTA'ers are feted by the other members. Scholarship winners are announced at this party. Members of the FTA (above) are Christine Severn, Mary Jo Verticchio, Linda Grandame, Carol Molinar, Gail Tenikat, Linda Daley, Arlene Bishop, Michele Pachetti, Judy Sandretto, Mae Pomatto, Rose Keppler, Kathy Young, Jeff Warford, Sara Kiss, Judy Wook, Charlie Blythe. Deanna Quade, Nancy Sattovia, Mary Louise Bertetto, Kathleen Gibbons, Karen Bangert, Mariellen Vezzoli, and Stephanie Sheridan. Rose Keppler and Karen Bangert serve at the Annual FTA Chilli Supper. OFFICERS: Sara Kiss, Miss Utt, Charlie Blythe, Jeff Warford, Nancy Sattovia, and Deanna Quade. 50 Members of the freshman chorus are (First row) Janet Allen, Artie Bazzeroni, Pat Ugo, Carla Vezzoli, Joeen Gaudio, Kathy Tarran, Miss Dreier, Juanita Monschein, Susan Ribes, Ginny Jones, Marilyn Minton, Marilyn Duncan, Doris Neff; (Second row) Janis Kiss, Vicki Morasti, Janis Nussman, Gail Guiliani, Betty Steward, Georgia Sawyer, Cheryl Fulton, Marilee Prevedell, Nancy Gaudino, Marie Neibrand, Ginger Bunge; (Third row) Carol Boston, Bonnie Suhling, Mike Klobnalc, Joe Baima, Harold Valerio, Rick Wargo, Terry Newby, Jim Tiburzi, Eddie Wargo, Paul Verticchio, Kent Culiison, Jo Ann Seis, and Janice Kalaskie. MIXED CHORUS Chorus gives its members a pleasant way to begin their day. Its members, under the direction of Mrs. Areta Martin and Miss Dee Ann Dreier, sing a variety of songs, ranging from hymns to pop hits. The Senior High Mixed Chorus includes (from the bottom left) Ray Heal, Marc Folkers, Phil Kocis, Randy McDowell, Roger DeWitt, Jim Warford, Larry Frailey, Alan Holman, Bert Sawyer, Mrs. Martin; Jeff Warford, Mike Rekart, Bill Molinar, John Fraelle, Dennis Rowe, Gary Holman, Terry Moore, Larry Hauschild, Doug Sailsbury, Steve Konopka, Ron Ferry; Donna Carney, Ruth Reiniesch, Andrea Lacy, Shirley Hausman, Karen Lancaster, Pat Swaringen, Elaine Clarke, Kathy Harris, Carolyn Boetta, Janet Culiison, Alberta Rizzie, Sherry Jo Forsythe; Pam Olmsted, Debbie Wilder, Michelle Pachetti, Cathy Young, Judy Wood, Christine Severn, Linda Rekart, Myrna Coatney, Marsha Reid, Nancy Sattovia, Renee Alepra, Theresa Brown, Pam Seis; Mariellen Vezzoli, Linda Grandame, Marilouise Bertteto, Mary Jo Verticchio, Kathy Fenton, Pam Filippini, Cheryl Leone, Sherry Garella, Jane Rowland, Mae Pomatto, Mary Beth Hailstone, Karen Bertagnoli. 51 MUSICAL Pictured above is the Senior Band in concert. The occasion was a musical program for Christ- mas. Other activities for the year included marching band, a candy sale, festival and a Spring concert. Individual members of the band represented our school as soloists and ensem - blists in District and State Music Contest. The Senior Band, directed by Mr. Kenneth Kay, is composed of clarinets: Pam Seis, Star la DeSart, Janet Allan, and Nancy Caudino; bass clarinets: Pam Olmsted, and Vicki Brown; baritone: Cheryl Leone; percussion: Rose Keppler, Elaine Hicks, Emil Tiesa, Jackie Mansholt; cornets: Micki Derganc, Judy Sandretto, DianCirardi, Regina Balestri, George Bertetto. Ben Fassero, Louis Daley, Ken Alepra, Dick Meno; flutes: Cathy Young, JoAnn Zboyovski; alto saxophone: Charlie Blythe; horns: Mariellen Vezzoli. KarenDmvtrvk; trom- bones: Jeff VVarford, Ron Roglis, Barry Bowles, John Kolesar, Bill Molinar; tenor saxophones: Tom Gar bin, Dan Krohta, Buddy Savant; and basses: Bob Matesa, Roy Lehman, Jim Morgando. Drum major Charlie Blythe and high stepping majorettes Micki Ricchiardi, Sally verton, and Judy Giachetti led the fast-paced Marching Miners through a season of parades and foot- ball half-time shows. 52 MINERS FRESHMEN First row: Janet Allan John Bertolis Artie Bazzeroni Paul Verticchio Nancy Gaudino Second row: Marilyn Weatherford Carla Vezzoli Marie Niebrand Kathy Tarran Betty Steward Third row: Susan Ribes Jeanne Boston Mr. Kay Eddie Wargo Janice Kalaskie Joeen Gaudio Not pictured: Joe Baima Jim Tiburizi 53 GILLESPIE CHAPTER: Seated: S. Kiss, J. Wolff, J. Suhling, K. York, S. Lubrant. First Row: C. Boetta, B. Easton, A. Varcho, T. indelicato, C. Litviak, R. Halteman, I. Brown, S. Harrison, L. Stoecker, G. Tenikat, M. Halpin, D. Zalapukis, D. Wilder, D. Brabec, M. Spudich, R. Reiniesch, L. Rekart, T. Brown, Miss Smith. Second Row: S. Sheridan, S. Nieman, B. Moore, V. Pryor, S. Hammann, R. Sherman, D. Campbell, C. Young, P. Obertino, M. Poivey, M. Hailstone, J. Cullison. Not pictured: Ruth Johnson, Mary Ronald, Elaine Hicks, Nancy Lewis, Gloria Moore. FUTURE HOMEMAKERS The big event of the year for FHA'ers is the Sweet- heart Dance fpp. 70-73). Queen Stephanie and her court dance before leading the coronation dance. AMERICA HA Ar inflMs Eg An n a r ni a nn b nfc ft f A ft o ft I f) ft b tei o rtf i BENLD CHAPTER: First row: V. Morasti, D. Peretti, J. Boston, M. Duncan, G. Sawyer, J. Mize, C. Fulton, S. Gregory, M. Brown, F. Olmsted. Second row: J. Monschein, N. Feeley, P. Smith, L. Stoecker, J. Kiss, K. Heyen, Mrs. Warburton, P. Ugo, A. Bazzeroni, J. Holman, J. Allen, G. Bunge, V. Kidwell. Third row: D. Wondolofski, N. Caudino, M. Minton, D. Indelicato, J. Maracci, I. Nitz, B. Heck, N. Harrison, V. Reznicek, B. Steward, P. Darr, G. Guiliani. Fourth row: A. Glover, J. Nussman, M. Prevedell, B. Conners, J. Seis, p Behrens, E. Enrici, J. Kalaskie, K. Tarran, J. Gaudio, P. Clark, J. Simonton, S. Gregory, G. Varcho. 55 Miss Konnecker demonstrates the basic grip for a badminton racket for the GAA officers: Theresa Brown, President; Kathy York, Vice-president; Starla DeSart, Secretary; and Gail Tenikat, Treasurer. Top bowlers in 1966 were: C. Hill (foreground left), J. Wolff and A. Varcho (seated), S. Sheridan and S. Kiss (stand- ing), and C. Litviak (foreground right). D. Quade, J. Mansholt, S. DeSart, C. Pachesa, S. Meldi, J. L. Brown, K. Lancaster, G. Tenikat, D. Mertz, L. Janulavich, Anderson, T. Brown, and K. York, the team at the left stand D. Carney, C. Severn, and J. Zelenka to a volleyball match. Demonstrating the proper steps toward placing an arrow in the bull s-e ye are C. Molinar, G. Pintar, S. Hausman, B. Katich, and R. Duckworth. ir16 hor®e 'requires talent. This talent is being demonstrated by Gloria Moore - hile B. Easton, D. Remer, and M. Coatney''spot her, and R. Reiniesch awaits her turn. Freshman officers for 1966 were: N. Caudino, J. Dunham, P. Ugo, P. Clark, V. Morasti, J. Gaudio, E. Brown, J. Holman, C. Vezzoli, M. Duncan, K. Brown, Mrs. Bingman, and A. Bazzeroni. 1966 G.A.A.’ers from the freshman class were: 1st row- P. Ugo. A. Bazzeroni, G. Bunge, V. Kidwell, J. Kiss, P Smith, J. Allen, B. Sterner, K. Heyen, L. Stoecker, E. Brown, J. Holman, G. Himsted; 2nd row: S. Gregory, V Reznicek, N. Harrison, M. Minton, M. Duncan, G. Jones’ D. Indelicato, V. Morasti, Mrs. Bingman, M. Niebrand, B. Steward, S. Gregory, M. Brown, J. Duncan; 3rd row: G. Guiliani, B. Beal, P. Clark, J. Marcacci, E. Enrici, B. Price, N. Caudino, G. Daley, B. Mor,S. Matevey, M. Cavanaugh, J. Gaudio, K. Tarran, B. Heck, R. Ditch, K. Hammann; 4th row; F. Olmsted, P. Behrens, J. Kalaskie, S. Ribes, D. Peretti, J. Boston, R. Baldridge, J. Seis, G. Varcho, M. Hull, K. Brown, B. Suhling, A. Raynor, C. Vezzoli, M. Prevedell. Seated, from left to right: John Bauer, Reporter; Joe Neibrand, Vice-President; Dave Reiniesch, Treasurer; Bill Rhoads, President; Ronnie Niehaus, Secretary; Leo Hauschild, Sentinel; Mr. Ashby, Sponsor. Second row: Pete Skuba, Larry Heyen, Wayne Krieger, John Janus, Jerry Greeling, Mike Reiniesch, Jim Walker, Frank Genetti, Jim Gipson. Third row: Tim Loveless, Doug Salisbury, Rick Stinnett, Glenn Brown, Jim Spenser, Rick Mor, Dave Link, Dan Dunham, Dan Carrigan, John Snopko. FUTURE FARMERS OF AMERICA The Gillespie chapter of the nation-wide Future Farmers of America organization strives to follow the motto Learning to do, Doing to learn, Darning to live, Living to serve , in its attempts to train its members to become well-rounded citizens and efficient farmers. The boys learn about the many aspects of modern agriculture and their applications through the classroom and field trips. They apply this knowledge to their own farming projects. These projects plus the annual light bulb sale earn them money for banquets, awards, and outings. Since the organization is social, as well as educational, members experience events that are common to adult life. Furthermore, the elective struc- ture, the emphasis on parliamentary proce- dure, and public services performed provide an excellent basic training for good citizen- ship. 58 DRAMA CLUB The Drama Club, devoted to the advancement of the theatre arts in the school and the community, is a new and vigorous organization at GCHS. The club has presented four successful productions of which two, Dino and . An Evening of Theatre, were given this year (pp. 68-69 and 74-76). Members of the club learn about the theatre through taking parts in the production of their own plays and attend- ing the performances of others. Drama Club members are awarded membership in the National Thespian Society (p. 48) for Meritorious par- ticipation in dramatic arts as determined by a merit- point system. Front Row: Judy Sandretto, Theresa Brown, Andrea Lacy, Sally Verton, Michelle Peretti, Mary Beth Hailstone, Donna Collins, Shirley Hausman, Kathleen Gibbons, Cathy Young, Doris Zalapukis. Top Row; Donna Carney, Judy Giachetti, Debbie Wilder, Ron Roglis, Dick Meno, Pete Drummond, Mike Folders, Don Westwood, Christine Severn, Gina Folkers, Darlene Brabec. Before the show: A moment of tension for Gina and Debbie is captured as final touches to the make-up are applied. SCIENCE CLUB The Science Club, as its name implies, is devoted to a better understanding of science. The methods by which the club and its sponsor, Mr. Weitlauf, accomplish this purpose are varied. Meetings are open to anyone who wishes to attend them. Round- table discussions are held in which mem- bers consider project problems, current science news, and other scientific matters of interest to the group. Guest speakers periodically appear before the group to discuss science- oriented topics. Guest speakers this year Officers (seated): John Bainer, President; Cathy Young, Secretary -T reasurer; Emil Teisa, Vice -president. Stand- ing: Terry Gucciardo, Pete Skuba, Fred Schwappach, included Mr Verticchio, Mr. Corgiat, and Mr. Whitehouse. Another integral part of membership is a project, usually involving scientific research. These projects stimulate interest in science, while instructing mem- bers in research methods and the use of scientific apparatus. Science Club, then, provides the in- terested students with an opportunity to explore, and thus to better cope with the environment in which he must live and work. Linda Grandame, Debbie Wilder, Gail Tenikat, Dave Vercellino, and Kathleen Gibbons. 60 Activities carry one step further the concepts of learn- ing of life that the organ- izations at G.C.H.S. intro- duce. Indeed, the activities are off shoots of various organizations. But extra cir- ricular activities provide the additional benefit of taking place in an atmosphere of life, life that exists outside the classroom, life that the students eventually will enter. The wide range of these activities, from pro- jects to dances, also serves to prepare students for the varieties of life--both on the job and in social functions. The pulse-throb of a high school on the move is meas- ured by its activities. ACTIVITIES The Seniors entered the prize-winning float, encouraging the Miners to Paddle Past 'Em in Fulton's steamboat. The couples danced amid the splendid decor created by the Stu dent Council. 62 HOMECOMING 1966 The football team rode toward victory over Nokomis. It was the first major activity of the 1965-66 school year. The October wind was strong, but it didn't discourage the cheer- leaders from holding a pep rally on main- street; nor did it stop the makers of floats from parading the products of their weeks of planning and construction. It didn't bother the Miners either; they swept over Nokomis with the force of that October wind. The Student Council sponsored Home- coming Dance heralds the social season at Gillespie High. The classes nominate candi- dates from whose number is elected the Homecoming Queen. Jo Ann DeMartini was selected and her crowning climaxed the evening of celebration. The 1965 Homecoming Queen was crowned. 63 The band provided the spirit of music for the parade. The G.A.A. and F.H.A. helped blast the Miners to a Homecoming victory. THE FLOATS The determined juniors thought sinking the Titanic would be good for Nokomis. Suzanne Fritsche Mike Pusich Cheryl Leone Steve Rc ando Kathy Fenton Stanley Katich HOMECOMING Linda Hayes Ken Alepra 66 Barbara Seekamp Kick Fulton CANDIDATES Peg Bertagnoli Steve Benich Sally Verton Mike LaCopo Judy Giachetti Pete Drummond 67 Cast and c;ew for DINO are (standing) J. Wood, P. Olmsted, R. Koski, D. Collins, R. DeLaurent, J. Long, A. Lacy, B. Molinar, M. Hailstone, J. Molinar, C. Blythe, G. Folkers, B. Grandone, C. Young, M. Folkers, W. Failoni, Miss Cavitt, M. Kidwell, Mr. Norris, G. Tenikat, (seated left) C. Hicken, D. Wilder, P. Kocis, D. Carney, B. Daley, G C H S PLAYHOUSE The first production this year by the Drama Club was a serious dramatic work, its first attempt at such a play. Directed by Mr. Norris, the play was presented on the evening of November 11. Stage Manager for the pro- duction held at the Canna Theatre was Terry Gucciardo. A defiant boy is brought to a settlement house for help. A shy file clerk works with her friend at the settlement house. 68 (standing lower center right) J. Bainer, J. Klobnak, M. Derganc, M. Westwood, J. Anderson, T. Gucciardo, D. Westwood, M. Ronald, E. Hicks. DINO A family of alienated individuals rushes headlong into hopelessness. Dino Falcaro (Marc Folkers) is brought to Mr. Sheridan (Wayne Failoni), a psychol- ogist at James Street House. Agreeing to return for the therapy he so desperately needs, Dino meets Shirley (Cathy Young), a shy filing clerk at the House. With Shirley, Dino finds relief from the pain of lonliness and the hope of love, an emotion he has never experienced. Yet with his encounter with James Street House comes the necessity for a type of social interaction to which Dino cannot adjust. To recognize his brother Tony's (Bill Grandone) and his own need for Sheridan's help indicates the long road that Dino travels in the short time span of the play. A tense moment as a boy pauses, lost in a world he's never known. The hope for help is provided by social workers who talk over the case of Dino Falcaro. 70 On a background of scarlet a lyre- armed, white cupid played her way into the heart of her target; a ceiling of red and white ornaments glittered above the dancers, everywhere red and white crepe paper was in evidence. A musical staff floated across the room, singing its theme- - Let Me Call You Sweetheart. On Feb- ruary 12 in the beautifully decorated gym, the FHA presented its annual festival for St. Valentine, the Sweetheart Dance. The climax of the evening, as always, was the crowning of the Sweetheart Queen. Stepping through a heart cut from a back- ground of white tissues studded with red hearts, the candidates, who were selected on the basis of their particiaption in FHA activities, proceeded to the stage accom- panied by their chosen escorts. Miss Stephanie Sheridan was elected by the members of the FHA as their Sweet- heart Queen for 1966. The candidates who competed for the honor and served gra- ciously as the Queen's court are pictured on the'following pages. Queen Stephanie enjoys a dance with Roy. FHA’S SWEETHEART DANCE LEFT: 1966 Sweetheart Queen, Stephanie Sheridan with her escort, Roy Lehman and Retiring Queen Sharon Lubrant with her escort, Phil Kocls. The flower girl is Betty Claro and the crown bearer is Barry York. The moment of crowning achievement. CALL YOU SWEETHEART” Sara Kiss Pete Drummond Mary Lou Poivey George Bertetto Juanita Shuling Don Philips i- - RETIRING QUEEN: Sharon Lubrant Phil Kocis 73 AN EVENING OF THEATRE Three One-Act Plays For its second offering of the season the GCHS Playhouse pre- sented An Evening of Theatre a program of three one-act plays. In doing so, more members of the group were able to participate in a program of varied theatrical enter- tainment. The production was staged at the Canna Theatre on March 16 and 17 with John Bainer as student director, Joe Klobnak as stage manager, and Mike Westwood as business manager. As Katie looks on with unabashed pride in her handiwork, Tessie models her transformed lady-like self. Allie (below right) isn't at all certain, however. SISTERS UNDER THE SKIN A group of frumpy, but nice, cleaning women having finished their assigned chores, gather in Sandra's Salon for Social Success with the desire to be- come ladies. After an encounter with Sandra, this unlikely group decides that becoming a lady ain't worth it-- it ain't! Opening the program with comic enter- tainment were (from the left above) Gina Eolkers, Judy Wood, Donna Collins, Donna Carney, and Kathleen Gibbons. SHADOW OF A DR HAM Above: Williams, the Owens' chauffeur, makes a point in the defense of his accused brother. Below: Owens shows concern for his wife as she begins her charade. Dorothey Owen's concern for her marriage, compounded if not caused by the insane ambition of State's Attorney Robert Owens, provides the tense drama of the Drama Club's second play. A frame-up based on circumstantial evidence brings Owens to the realization that success in one's profession does not require blind devotion to duty. The lead roles were played by L.inda Daley and Bill Grandone (seated above). The supporting cast included (standing from the left) Kathy York, Sherry Jo Forsythe, and Marc Folkers. The cast (from left to right): Judy Giachetti, Janice Togliatti, Jane Long, Pete Drummond, Ron Roglis, Charlie Blythe, Theresa Brown, Mary Jo Verticchio, Shirley Hausman, Dick Meno, Mike Kidwell, and Cheryl Leone. SORRY, WRONG NUMBER An overheard plot of murder, the desperate attempts of a neurotic invalid to report what she has heard, uncooperative telephone operators, and unconcerned Irish cop, a husband's sudden over- night business trip to Boston, and then, the gradual realization that circumstances point to her own murder form the edge-of-your- seat suspense of the program's climactic offering. The lead role in the mystery- -Mrs. Elbert Stevenson -- was played by Jane Long. The sup- porting cast is pictured above. Mrs. Stevenson tries to obtain a nurse for the evening. Coach Parmentier sets up a play for the faculty. K X O K ALL STARS VS. D. J. Ray Otis mingles with GHS'ers at half- time. Left: Steven B. Stevens with the news-- all bad! G C H S FACULTY The most exciting and pro- fitable activity of the year was the ”G club sponsored game between the KXOK ALL STARS and the faculty of GCHS. The game, which was held before a capacity crowd, ended in a smashing 98-69 victory for the GHS faculty. Stand-out scorer for the faculty team was Roger Whitehouse with 22 pts.; close behind with 14 was Coach Bill Parmentier. KXOK ALL STARS pray for rain as the GHS faculty trounce them by 29 pts. Bob Lenny Moose Itch A freshman girl enjoys dancing to the music of G.C.H.S.'s own — the Soul Fines. Curt Hicken also plays with the group. ATHLETIC CARNIVAL For the annual Athletic Carnival the various organizations at G.C.H.S. work together, devising games and booths for the entertainment of the public and the benefit of the Activity Fund. Perhaps the most original idea this year was the FHA's junk sale. The most successful was certainly the seniors' ’Jail. Making free throws or puncturing a balloon labled with the name of a favorite teacher netted enthusiastic participants some valuable prizes. Through unfortunate circumstances the photographic record of these festivities was lost. Very much in evidence, however, are the pic- tures of the dance and coronation which follow the Carnival. Having proven herself a charming sales- woman, Miss Linda Brown was crowned Athletic Carnival Queen for 1966. The girls who competed for the honor (pp.80-81) were nominated by their classmates, and the runners-up Misses Rosemary Rolando and Marilyn Leinard, as well as Linda, received valuable gifts for their efforts. After the crowning by Retiring Queen Toni Tallman, Queen Linda enjoys the royal dance with Dave. RIGHT: 1966 Athletic Carnival Queen Linda Brown and her escort, Dave Hasquin with Re- tiring Queen Toni Tallman and her escort, Phil Kocis. ATHLETIC CARNIVAL ATTENDANTS Elaine Clarke Rick Richards Rose Keppler Ed Saracco Rosemary Rolando, 1st Run ner-up Frank Harris Rosalyn Swaringen John Rolando Andrea Lacy Bill Powers Marilyn Leinara, 2nd Runner-up Dick Memo RIGHT: Roberta Duckworth Alan Hasquin Mary Beth Hailstone Chuck Gregory Marsha Baldridge Mike Pusich Gina Folkers Pete Drummond JUNIOR-SENIOR PROM AND BANQUET Nancy and Mike, one of many Hansels and Gretels, serve the Junior-Senior banquet. A giant gingerbread man, enormous lollipops and a candy house— that wasCandyland.the theme chosen by the Juniors for the 1966 Junior-Senior Prom. Preparations took months of work, but the last week was the most active. Organized chaos prevailed during that time. There were heated debates as to which decorations should be used, construction materials became scarce, and the soph- omores who were to serve at the banquet could not get their instructions straight. All this the Juniors faced with daunt- less energy and indomitable spirit. Every crisis was met and conquered even to the re- pairing of the paper cutter that refused to work properly. Slow- ly but surely everything fell into place. On the night of the prom all was ready and went smoothly. Candyland was a suc- cess and enchanted all who visited there. Bernadine seems to have startled Deanna while Pete waits quietly for his food with a patient, but hungry look. 82 The Juniors worked hard to transform the gym into the make-believe world of Candy- land. Alex (left) measures a beam for the entrance way, while Paul (center) erects a multicolored canopy for the ceiling and Ron (above) con- templates the possibilities of a huge gingerbread man. CANDYLAND I he Jor yells provided the music. At first everyone kept up with the fast tempo but as the evening continued the tempo slowed and so did the dancers. PROM KING AND QUEEN The climax of the evening of the Prom came as the King and Queen were chosen. Couples paraded in a circle around the Magic Land as the tension mounted. All became silent as Junior Class Officers, Sally Verton and Bob Klobnak, opened the envelope containing the names of the royal couple. The announcement came. Jo Ann DeMartini and Bob Boston be- came the reigning monarchs of Candyland. Queen JoAnn was presented with a bouquet of red roses and later she and King Bob led everyone in a royal dance. 84 Sally Verton leads the new King, Bob Boston, to the throne. 85 Miss Smith, Miss Konnecker and their escorts give their dancing feet a rest. ONE LAST DANCE As the dancing ends, Theresa and Dave witness the fall of Candy- land. 86 The student body of G. C.II.S. is an active com- munity. Like all communi- ties, it is composed of a diversified range of individ- uals: some active, some in- active; some wealthy, some poor; some scholars, some non-scholars; someconfom- ists and some non-confom- ists. Also like active com- munities, things are always changing; people come and go, buildings change, and even people change. A stu- dent, by his contact with var- ious types of people and changes can learn to deal with these same conditions after graduation. CLASSES Artie Bazzarone Jeanie Boston John Allen Joe Baima Karen Archibald Bill Ballantyne FRESHMEN John Bertoglio Margaret Brown Harold Bertolis Glenn Brown Allen Bethel Diana Budd Bonita Beal Lennie Broderick Pamela Behrens Elaine Brown Billy Bertetto Kathleen Brown Class Officers: Mike Klobnak, Vice-President Bonnis Suhling, Secretary-T reasurer Roger Fenton, President Janet Allan Barbara Avazini Barbara Allen Albert Audo Ginger Bunge Cheryl Cain Mary Dennis Robert Cavanaugh Crainick Cullison Carolyn Dalby Marty Derganc Edward Vicki Domkoski Drummond CLASS OF ’69 The freshmen underwent the change from gradeschoolers to high school students. With great expectancy, they entered the halls of the Benld Attendance Center anxiously hoping that they could persevere through it all. To their surprise,they did. Not only scholastically, did they succeed, but they also found time for lighter things, such as dances, Hobo Day , and Kangaroo Court. Bob Enlow Elaine Enrici Allen Fassero Patty Clark Brenda Conner James Cox Hermetta Gina Daley Paula Darr Ron Davis Crainick Gary Dufner Marilyn Joan Dunham Donna Deck Duncan Tony Dunn Jim Walker and Rodney Hildebr and observe Blossom, one of the residents of the science lab at the Benld Attendance Center. Nancy Feeley Roger Fenton Danny Fisher Cheryl Fulton Bob Garrett Bob Fulton Joeen Gaudio Nancy Gaudirio Phil Giller Jim Gipson Anna Glover Arthur Gobble Winston Grabner Sandra Gregory Long suffering Freshmen enjoy the penalties for non- conformity during the FHA Kangaroo Court. FRESHMEN Sheryl Gregory Joe Hagan Susan Gregory Steve Haddad Gary Griggs Bill Hailstone Tony Gucciardo Kathie Hammann Gale Guiliani Lynn Hammann 90 Pat Ugo and Susan Ribes hang drapes in preparation for the FHA style show. Nina Harrison Frank Hasquin Rebecca Heck Dick Hemphill CLASS OF 69 Mike Herron Dave Heyen Kathy Heyen Rodney Hildebrand Geneva Himstedt Kyle Hlafka George Holesko Jill Holman Arthur Hopper Roger Hopper Margaret Hull Dolores Indelicato Larry Jarden Virginia Jones 91 Keeping GCHS informed of the Freshman's activities this year was Grege Price, Freshman cor- respondent for The Miners Light. Janice Kalaskie Mike Klobnak Patty Katich Wayne Krieger N. Vicki Kidwell Jim Kuruc Janis Kiss Pat Kangley FRESHMEN Kathy Laughlin Barbara Lewis Rich Lienard John Link Randy Link Joe Litviak Kenny McAfee Phil Maguire Pat Manning Vicki Marasti Junice Marcacci Suzanne Matevey Marilyn Minton JohnMolinar 92 Janet Mize Don Nickles Ken Monke Lonnis Nickles Rich Monke Ann Nlebrand Ken Moore Irene Nitz Bev Mor Doris Neff Terry Newby Ed Noel Janis Nussman Frances Olmsted CLASS OF 69 Bob Ottersburg Denise Peretti Jim Portugal Marilee Prevedell Betty Price Gregory Price Angela Raynor Steve Redolfi 93 The Freshies celebrated Hobo Day. Mike Reiniesch Georgia Sawyer Diane Smith Patty Smity Bonnie Shuling Russell Reynold Rich Schulz Jerry Smith John Snopko Kathy Tarran Vickie Reznicek Louis Secoy Linda Smith Jimmie Spencer Kent Tallman Becky Sterner Jim Tiburzi Sam Stewart Betty Steward Lorraine Stoecker Patty Ugo Harold Valerio Gwen Varcho 94 Paul Verticchio John Weidner Carla Vezzlio Bob Wirth Paul Waters Bill Wright Rick Wargo Denise Wondolofski Ed Wargo Steve Wolfe Marilyn Weatherford CLASS OF ’69 Not pictured: Rae Jean Ditch Juanita Monschien Pamela Poivey Jo Lee Simonton Jan Trask Riding buses is something of a routine for Freshmen. In addition to daily routine, many field trips are made. Hobo Day at the Benld Attendance Center found these three lovelies, Bev Mor, Barb Allen, and Suzie Matevey, in from of the camera. 95 You can always be sure of finding sophomores in the lunch line ana Linda Stoecker is no exception. SOPHOMORES Rosemary Angeli Jean Bain Karen Bertagnolli Dennis Bishop Darlene Brabec Ron Bray Susan Campbell Donna Carney Regina Balestri Dian Bockovich Ann Cameron Judy Carpani The new faces seen in the halls of GCHS are the faces of worried but expectant Sopho- mores. After a world of their own as Freshmen, they have awakened to the world of the GCHS upper classmen. They find themselves busy and constantly on the go. Lucy Carpani Larry Cavallo Mike Cavanaugh Elaine Clark Arden Clemonds Donna Collins Jim Daugherty 96 CLASS OF 68 Gerald Davis Dave DeLaurent Nadine DeMartini Adrianne Devlin Roger DeWitt Joan Dumez Dan Dunham Ruth Dunham Rosalie Evanich Wayne Falloni Pam Filippini John Fraelle Larry Frailey Mike Frame Kathy Fritz Sophomore Class Officers: Doug McGrady, President; George Simcox, Vice- President; Cheryl Leone, Secretary; Bernadine Katich, Treasurer. Mary Dhue Roberta Duckworth Kathy Fenton Ron Ferry Sherry Garella Frank Genetti Kathy Gibbons Nancy Goldasich Jerry Greeling Bob Guild 97 Mary Jo Halpin Larry Hauschiid Rita Halteman Shirley Hausman Jo Taun Mary Beth Hagemeir Hailstone Kathy Harris Alan Hasquin SOPHOMORES A camera invades the classroom and attracts Donna's attention while Bill and Debbie give no notice. Linda Hayes Gary Holman John Heck Sandy Hopper Max Henderson Kevin Janulavich Larry Heyen Linda Janulavich Howard Heyen Cheryl Juarez Elaine Hicks Jeanne Kalvin Carolyn Hill Bernadine Katich 98 George Katich Rosemary Koski Tony Lubrant Rick Marchant Randy McDowell Karen Klocke John Kolesar Karen Lancaster Cheryl Leone Jolene Konopka Mike Leone Steve Konopka John Lonzerotti Bill Koski Tim Loveless CLASS OF 68 George, Cas, and Cheryl, with the help of Mr. Whitehouse, start work on the sophomore Homecoming float. 99 I Doug McGrady Lynda Mor Jim Morgando Ernie Parish Rick Mohr Pam Olmstead Bev Moore Michele Pacchetti Terry Moore Karl Pachesa Gloria Pintar John Pomatto Vicki Pryor Ruth Reiniesch SOPHOMORES Bill Powers Mike Rekart Getting into the Christmas spirit, the sophomores transform the cafeteria's normal atmosphere to a holiday one. 100 Diane Remer Steve Sheridan John Ribes George Simcox Tony Ribes Lynne Skeldon Steve Rolando Mary Lynn Spudich Jane Rowland Dave Spurney Doug Salisbury Roy Steinmann George Sedlak Linda Stoecker CLASS OF The fine art of drawing with one's tongue is demon- strated by Ricky Mohr. Jane Swaringen Jim Warford John Tallman Larry Watson Jean VanHuss Don Westwood Sharon Vincent Deborah Wilder Pete Visintin Glen Wilson Doris Zalapukis Joanna Zelenka 101 Charlene Bearden Tom Allen Peg Bertagnoli Earl Bower Melody Bunge Donna Allen George Bertetto Barry Bowles Gary Calcari ) ✓ Jeanne Anderson John Bainer Jim Bertoglio Arlene Bishop Francis Braido Linda Brown Chuck Campbell Tom Campbell The stimulus toward creativity sup- plied by the shop classes meets with an enthusiastic response from Danny Lewis and Earl Bower. Ron Bellavich Steve Benich Class Officers: Bob Secretar y-Treas- JUNIORS Gina Folkers and Judy Wood applaud a per- formance by their colleagues in the Drama Club. Klobnak, President;Sally Verton, urer; Jim Klein, Vice-President. CLASS OF 67 Karen Dmytryk Wayne Ferry Dan Carrigan Gary Crainick Bonnie Easton Marc Folkers Myrna Coatny Louis Daley Linda Elvers Gina Folkers Bernard Crainick Mickey Derganc Ben Fassero Delores Folkerts The class of '67 entered school in August as upperclassmen, a new and exciting role in their lives at G.C.H.S. The long-awaited class rings arrived in September, adding to their prestige. The magazine drive, their first real activity for the year, was held to earn the needed funds for the prom and banquet. With a titanic Homecoming float and decorations in the main hall for Christmas, the juniors tried and tested the skills necessary to produce their big event for the year-- the 1966 Junior-Senior Prom and Banquet, Candyland. With the successful junior year behind them, the new Seniors will lead G.C.H.S. through the coming year. 103 Mike, Steve, Judy, and Jim erect the Titanic , the Junior Homecoming float. Shirley Herring Ted Hopper Terry Gucciardo Perry Haltman Bill Hamilton Nancy Hollis Alan Holman Anita Hopper Bev Franklin Tom Franklin Bill Grandone Chuck Gregory JUNIORS Earl Hlmstedt Tom Hodge Tony Indelicato John Janus 104 Roger Katich Dan Krohta Joyce Keirle Kathy Knibb Rose Keppler Mike Lacopo Mike Kidwell Tony Largio CLASS OF 67 Dan Lewis Dave Link Stewart Love Bob Matesa Connie Little Mike Mathis Jane Long Perry McGuire Jim Klein Bob Klobnak Calvin Krieger Melody applies the rule practice makes perfect to typing. Chuck McKaig Mike Meinardi Donna Mertz 105 Paul Motika Harry Pinkerton Gloria Moore Mary Poivey Gordon Nessl Mae Pomatto Dian Nicaise Jim Price Ona Noe John Price Michelle Peretti John Radulovich Don Philips Janet Reiniesch Donna and Linda enjoy lunch from home in the cafeteria. What Estelle learns in home economics will have practical application in later life. JUNIORS Linda Rekart Bill Rhoads Georgia Ribes Karen Rinker Ron Roglis Rick Roth Judy Sandretto Ed Saracco Bert Sawyer Pat Sneed Bill Shultz Mike Spudich Sherry Schnur Rick Stinnet Ron Secoy Virginia Stoecker Christine Severn Juanita Suhling CLASS OF 67 hi mmrni mm A microcosm of high school life is manifested in study hall activity. Judy Wood Cathy Young Jo Ann Zboyovski Janice Shattuck Tom Tallman Gail Tenikat Janice Togliatti Sally Verton Jim Slapak Ray Tarran Karen Tiburzi Barb Vannucci Jim Weidner 107 William Albi Rebecca Atteberry Marilyn Banovz Mary Louise Bertetto 1 Renee Alepra Anthony Audo Sharon Banovz Thomas Blevins Kenneth Alepra Judith Aloisi Marsha Baldridge Karen Bangert SENIORS Class Officers: Dick Meno, President Phil Kocis, Vice-President Renee DeLaurent, Secretary-Treasurer 108 Charles Blythe Susan Bockovich Patricia Brand Irene Brown CLASS OF 66 Robert Boston David Brown The seniors started their school year with memories of other years and anticipation of graduation; they ended their high school careers with some memorable achievements. Many of the activities they participat- ed in were traditional: Home- coming, Sweetheart Dance, and the Junior-Senior Prom. Others were original: the formation of a Debate Society, the winning of the I.H.S.A. Regional Tour- nament, and the acquisition of nine I.S.S.C. scholarships. Yes, without a doubt, the Class of '66 was one of the most active, all-around classes GCHS has had for a long time. The members of this class, now that they have graduated, can use this admirable zeal in their future endeavors. Whether working in a science lab or in the home ec. lab, senior girls work diligently, knowing that even graduation is not a sure thing until all the grades are in. Lynne Bray Margaret Brown Theresa Brown Joseph Chiarodo 109 Anthony Chulick Janet Cullison Harry Daley Linda Daley SENIOR FAVORITES One of the traditions at GCHS promoted by the Annual Staff is the selection of the Senior Favorites. In an at-large election, twenty seniors, ten boys and ten girls, are selected by the student body as representa- tive of the Senior Class in the following ten categories: Best All-Around, Most In- telligent, Best Looking, Most Popular, Most Robert Darte Renee DeLaurant Mary Jean DeCobert JoAnn DeMartini 110 Likely to Succeed, Friendliest, Best Dancer, Most Athletic, Wittiest, and Most Talkative. On this and the following pages are pictured the winners of these coveted titles. These categories and their recipients re- flect those areas which are thought to be valuable to a successful adjustment in our society. BEST ALL-AROUND Named Best All-Around Seniors were Bob Cunningham and JoAnn DeMartini. Ir Sara Kiss and Dick Meno, voted the succeeding - est seniors, demonstrated their ability in this regard by their grades, their activities, and their respective acquisitions of the D.A.R. and S.A.R. citizenship awards. MOST LIKELY TO SUCCEED Starla DeSart Orville DeWitt Gerald Dolliger Peter Drummond Cheryl Edwards Mike Fenton Sherry Jo Forsyth Suzanne Fritsche Nancy Ferrari Charles Fritz Michael Folkers Thomas Garbin Darrel Gaudio Judith Gipson Robert Girardi Shirley Gerdes Linda Girardi Dennis Gobble Linda Grandame Eugene Grand one Michael Hailstone Edna Hammann 112 I For his record-breaking per- formance in basketball, football, and track, and for her partic- ipation as a cheerleader and as a member of G.A.A., Bob Boston and Theresa Brown were voted Most Athletic Seniors. SPORTIEST Sharon Hammann Frank Harris Carol Harrison David Hasquin Stephen Heal John Hemphill Thomas Hollis Gerald Hubert Teresa Indelicato Ruth Johnson Marilyn Lienard Carol Litviak Everett Lingleo Lynn Loveless The old adage about dark and handsome is reflected in the mirror bv Susan Bockovich and Rick Fulton, the Best Looking Seniors. BEAUTY Robert McMillan Carol Molinar Karen Lubrant Sharon Lubrant Sharon Meldi Jeanne Molinar 115 Stanley Morgan Joseph Niebrand Thurman Parish Victor Pierard Mariann Musso Sharon Niemann Barbara Peradotti Gary Price Renee DeLaurent and Phil Kocis were judged by the student body to be the Friendliest Seniors, and what could be friendlier than a chat at the locker? 116 Bucky Chulick and Mickey Ricchardi were awarded the title of Most Popular for their vivacios personalities and many activities. Michael Pusich Deanna Quade Marsha Reid Michaeline Ricchiardi David Reiniesch Alberta Rizzie Carol Roberts John Rolando Richard Richards Margaret Rolando 117 Rosemary Rolando James Savant Stephanie Sheridan Roy Sherman Dennis Ryan Barbara Seekamp Rosemary Sherman Pamela Seis 118 Joann Spudich Pete Scuba Rosalyn Swaringen Ronald Thorton James Stewart Earl Stinnet Emil Teisa Ann Varcho 119 David Vercellino Gilbert Wayman Janice Wolff Kathryn York Mariellen Vezzoli Mary Jo Verticchio Jeffrey Warford Karen Wayman Michael Westwood Joyce Wiersma A MESSAGE FROM MR. VERTICCHIO Not pictured: Pamela Aossey Robert Cunningham Richard Fulton Stanley Hauschild Stephen Hyer Norman Lewis Gary Price Donald Quinn Joseph Redolfi Fred Schwappach As I muse over the four years that the Class of 1966 has just completed, memories flash in panoramic view through my mind. They include joys of victories and sorrows of defeat, proms, plays, music, song, and all the experiences that are part of the high school program. However, as important as all the memories are, the educational foundations that our graduates have received are the true measures of their preparation for college, a vocation, and life itself. As 1 bid the Class of 1966 good-bye, my prayers for a fruitful and happy life accompany them. M. 1’. Verticchio Principal 120 SENIORS Below: Seniors practice turning out stencil copies for the office. At right: Art Editor RosalynSwaringen pastes up an edition of the Miners Light, the student newspaper. At extreme right: Among other seniors, Theresa Brown and Dave Vercellino enjoy the Sweetheart Dance. WORK HARD PLAY HARD Patty Brand, Jackie Mansholt (upper right), Jeff Warford, Theresa Brown, Phil Kocis 121 COMMENCEMENT The expectation of the moment is re- flected in the expressions of graduates, Marsha Ried, Nancy Sattovia, and Patty Brand. 122 Graduation is a mood, a time, and an event in the lives of high school students. For the underclassmen it is relatively unimportant. To the Seniors it is very important; this is the moment they have waited for thru eight years of grade school and four years of high school. For the Seniors it is a bitter-sweet of happiness and uncertainity; it is a time of facing the world; it is an event that sooner or later is a major milestone in all of our lives. After graduation some students will go on to college or trade school; others will get a job; still others will join the Armed Forces. Yet no matter where they go or what they do, the importance of grad- uation is a constant reminder of that busy life which is uniquely a high school student's. Stating the guiding principles by which they hoped the grad- uates will succeed in their chosen fields, Mr. Si me ox, Board President; Mr. Vert icchio, Prin- cipal; a nd Mr. Mar- tin, Unit Superintend- ent, reflected upon the past achieve- ments, present ex- pectations, and fu- ture goals of the Class of 1%6. “NOT FINISHED... The Senior Choir sang You'll Never Walk Alone and the Girls' Ensemble, pictured here as Dart of the choir, sang Climb Every Mountain . 123 Mr. Verticchio presented trophies to co-valdictorians Pat Brand and Sara Kiss (left) and salutatorian Mike Pusich (above). • • • The top ten received diplomas first: Nancy Sattovia, Bob Boston, Dick Meno, Pete Drummond, Rosalyn Swaringen, Charlie Blythe, and Bucky Chulick. They are neither pictured nor listed in order here. 124 JUST A step through open doors following the presentation of carnations por- trays theclass motto, Not Finished, •lust Beginning. BEGINNING.” On the following pages are the messages of our advertisers. Looking over these pages, one finds familiar names: names of old and local businesses, the names of your friends. All of these names contributed money, which helps defray the cost of publishing this annual, hoping to attract our patronage because of a genuine and sincere desire to help the school and the students in it. In addition to the ads, our readers will find that pictures of life at G.C.H.S. in its many aspects have been included in this section. It is hoped that as we go about satisfying the needs and desires of our busy lives, we will remember to patronize these people. ADVERTISING First National Bank ot Benld Benld Illinois Smart GCHS'ers, like Wayne, put their money where it belongs---- in the bank. Checking and Savings Accounts THE BENSINGER CO. Always Something New Complete Line SIDNEY'S of WOMEN'S Restaurant Fixtures WEAR Equipment and Supplies 1005-11 Market Street Litchfield, Illinois St. Louis, Missouri 127 Fusz - Schmelzle and Co. 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Dairy Queen and Queen's Kitchen When GCHS’ers seek summer recreation or summer employment, the Dairy Queen is where the action is. 133 LIB'S BEAUTY SHOP Gillespie, Illinois MODE O'DAY Owned Operated by Ann Oehler Get More for What You Pay Save at Mode O'Day Staunton Illinois ICE CREAM MAYES-SLOAN Five Dime Gillespie Illinois BLOSSOM SHOP 103 N. Macoupin Gillespie, Illinois CORSAGES WEDDINGS FUNERALS DIAL 839-3566 CRORKIN'S JEWELRY Benld Illinois BERTETTI BROTHERS ELECTRIC Benld, Illinois Compliments of SEN. WM. ’’BILL” LYONS MEYER SINCLAIR Gillespie Illinois Compliments of COLLIN'S INSURANCE To the Class of '66 THE BENLD ENTERPRISE BAHN'S SUPER VALU Gillespie, Illinois A V HARDWARE Gillespie, Illinois GAY BROTHERS PLUMBING HEATING 412 East Central Benld, Illinois 835-4774 LOUISE'S FABRIC SHOP McCall Patterns Notions, Trims 229 W. Main Staunton Illinois FASSERO PONTIAC GILLESPIE PLUMBING AND HEATING LENNOX 113 Gillespie Illinois West Spruce Gillespie Illinois LITCHFIELD NEWS-HERALD THE DAILY COMMUNITY NEWSPAPER OF MONTGOMERY AND MACOUPIN COUNTIES CONGRATULATIONS TO THE CLASS OF '66 LACY ELECTRIC Gillespie Illinois INSIDE AND OUT Better Health Through Dentistry John W. Chulick, D.D.S. Office Hours 213 E. Central Ave. By Appointment Benld, Illinois 137 THE BLOOM BOX Say it with flowers 118 W. Chestnut Gillespie, Illinois 839-2169 Best Wishes to the Senior Class NOVELTY SHOE STORE Virginia Vlasich, Manager 114 N. Macoupin Gillespie, Illinois Compliments of TURCOL'S TAVERN Benld Illinois MORRISON'S SERVICE STATION Gillespie, Illinois LAWRENCE ENRICI TRUCKING SERVICE SPREADING 308 South Street Gillespie, Illinois JAN-EL CERAMIC GIFT SHOP 110 S. Macoupin Gillespie, Illinois PFOLSGROF'S JEWELERS 218 N. State St. Litchfield, Illinois BLACKWELDER'S Men’s Furnishings Litchfield Illinois Best Wishes, Class of ’66” from BERNHARDT'S LOUNGE GROCERY Gillespie, Illinois Gillespie Illinois Compliments of EAST SIDE BAKERY Benld Illinois Compliments of DR. RICHARD GUYAN Optometrist Litchfield Illinois Congratulations to the Class of ’66 JOE'S CLUB Benld, Illinois Fashion conscious GCHS'ers shop Tillie's first--right, Renee? TILLIE RIFKIN SHOP Bill Wilma Melchert Proprietors Gillespie Illinois WM. LONG STORE WISHES TO CONGRATULATE THE COACHES AND THE MINERS ON THEIR WINNING SEASONS Do-it-yourselfers head for.... FASSERO OIL CO. Benld, Illinois CAVALLO S CAR WASH Gillespie Illinois 140 Compliments of VERTICCHIO BROS. Real Estate Insurance DALEY CHEVROLET COMPANY Gillespie Illinois GILLESPIE, ILLINOIS LITTLE SULLIVANS DRUG STORES DOG GILLESPIE CARLINVILLE HILLSBORO Best Wishes to The Class of '66 A. C. BARTULIS, JR. EICHAR MUSIC CENTRE 314 N. 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