Hart High School - Hartian Yearbook (Hart, MI)

Text from Pages 1 - 160 of the 1986 volume:

5 tepping In Reid Sisson can't wait to step into his French class. Top left: Julie Veurink and Delores Purdy. Middle: Mike Stoval says, What am I doing here? Below: Nicole Thierhoff and Carmen Dobslawn, our exchange students are stepping into a new and exciting year. Left:Scott Feltner and Terri Mesler arc enthusiastic about starting their new year at Hart High. Below.’Phil Hennrick practices interior locker design. 3 Step Up 7 Good ole' Hart High under went some much needed improvements this year. The most spectacular of all was the completion of our new sports complex. The football team played well on the new field and the crowd was able to watch the score on the new electronic scoreboard. A beautiful hand-painted Pirate, made and donated by Mrs. Louise Olson, set off the new press box, and a sign welcoming everyone to the home of the Pirates offered a friendly greeting to the community and the visiting schools. Inside the school other Pirate teams benefited from the new lighting in the gym. The cheerleaders looked better than ever in their new uniforms. The most obvious change in the school was the installation of new energy efficient windows. These windows are expected to cut the cost of heating and in case of a fire provide an easy escape route. To top it all off our much needed and appreciated janitors have a new look thanks to their great tan uniforms. These improvements in our school show that the best can still get better! By Denise DeBard Below: Construction begins on windows. Above right: Pirate's new scoreboard. 3 HOHE OF THE PIRATES 4 Left: Our Pirate always has a watchful eye on you. Below: Mr. Wieber shows off his new uniform. Bottom: The completed Hart High School sports complex. ? Keeping In Step Top right: The guys are stacking up their enthusiasm for this years football season. Middle: Barb Olson is keeping in step while showing us her rifle skills. Below: Jim Reed knows how to keep in step. Right: Kristy Shull helps pep up the crowd! Above: Trent Kidder will show us how it is done. Left: Smile, Sara Tate. Left:Yes, you can go now, Brad Altland. Bottom Left: Make sure your hair is perfect Ann Huntington. Below: What are you looking at Michele Stovall? Middle: Jane Oomen is off in her own world. Bottom: Sue Merten takes each step toward good grades. •'I r 7 5 tanding Kirk Mikkelson and Gary Wendt take one last look at their government notes. Phil Hennrick, Tim Olson, Vern Blohm, and Lance Van Sickle is this the way you spend your leisure time? Below: Yes I know, you like my glasses, says Kevin Frees. Bottom Right: Wake up julie Haynor! Below: See my pretty locker , says Laurie Feldt. Bottom: Tension builds as the Pirates get ready to take on the Tigers. A Step Ahead Right: You've almost got it Jane Oomen and Terri Weigand, just watch Kristy Shull, she'll show you how. Below: Hey! I've got it! , says Don Graber. Right: Don't look so guilty Renee Shrauger. Above: What are you hiding Mandy Hacket? Stepping Out Right: J.V. players are stepping out! Below: Denise DeBard, Karen Sibley and Christy Linke, what happened to the door? Right: Jill Hempfling steps out of school right into work. Below: ''Now don't bug me! , says Mark Peters. Shouldn't you be in class Joanne Merrill and Angie Fleet? Go Fight Win Go right through those boys of blue Pirate teams are rolling Pirate teams are bound to win They're fighting for their fame RAH! RAH! RAH! See their team is weakening We're gonna win this game! Fight! Fight! Come on team Fight! Victory for HHS! Staying'tog tfier! Jegny Burns' and Jen Syer help ach ith bykeeping do$r ai bFfurmg encounagerpfcnt. Front: Manager — Karen Sibley, Angela Fleet, JoAnne Merrill, Cathy Ackley, Jenny Syer, Jenny Burns, Manager — Denise DeBard, Back: Coach — Dave DuMonte, Mike Syer, Eric Fleet, Branden Michael, Tom Johnson, Reid Sisson, Dan Davis, Keane Quinn, Rodney Lewis Senior: Karen Sibley, Eric Fleet, Mike Syer, Denise DeBard. Top: Girls State Champ! Cathy Ackley receives her first place medal at the Oakridge Invitational. Middle: All conference runners — Eric Fleet, Jenny Syer, Cathy Ackley. 20 I frates Shine Under New Coach Dave Du Monte The Cross-Country team was better than ever this year, according to new coach Dave DuMonte, because it was the first year ever that we had a full girls team. The teams had a jump on the season by getting started earlier than in the past and the athletes were willing to work hard and cooperate throughout the entire season. Eric Fleet, Cathy Ackley, and Jennifer Syer were selected as the All Conference runners of the season for Hart. However the team had their own contest going on and Tom Johnson and JoAnne Merrill were voted as the most improved runners, and Branden Michael and Cathy Ackley were voted as the most valuable members. Denise DeBard and Karen Sibley were managers once again. When asked what Coach Dave DuMonte liked most about working with the team he replied, They came together as a family and I felt this attributed to part of their success and they also worked hard all year and never gave up. Left: Keeping in stride! Branden Michael keeps the lead on a runner from Charlevoix. Top: Jennifer Syer finishes with an excellent time. Left: Ross McCloskey, Barb Olson, K.C. Fowler, Jim Lawson, Matt Stovall, Jim Reed, Trent Kidder, Tom Miller, James Jensen, Coach — Phil Kenyon. Ross McCloskey's first year in golf. Left: Matt Stovall. Bottom Left: Sen iors Jim Lawson and Matt Stovall. Teed Off This years Golf team turned out to be real hard workers with a great attitude for learning more about the sport, said Coach Phil Kenyon when asked about this years team. Several golfers received varsity letters: Jim Reed — 3rd. letter, Matt Stovall — 1st., Paul Weirich — 1st., Tom Miller — 1st., and K.C. Fowler — 1st. Matt Stovall was named most valuable player, and Paul Weirich was picked as most improved. Mr. Kenyon has been playing golf since high school. His background includes: four years in high school and in his college fraternity, two years on the ship’s team while in the Navy, plus 13 years of high school coaching. Bottom Left: Barb Olson. Bottom right: K.C. Fowler. 23 Above: Tisha Robbins, Angie Contreras, Becky Sloan, Jennifer Hammerle, Carol Fillips, Aimee Ramseyer, Theresa Sauser, Ann Huntington, Mandy Hackett, Jodi Vers-chueren, Tonia Sloan, and manager — Carla Hovey. Right: Coach Karen Drenth. Middle Left: Team on a time out. Right: Tonia Sloan shooting for a free throw. Bottom: Becky Sloan passes the ball to her team mates. Keep Dribbling The new coach, Karen Drenth, lead the Junior Varsity girls basketball team. Tonia Sloan and Mandy Hackett were selected by the team as co-captains. When asked what coach Karen Drenth thought was the most memorable game of the season she replied, The game against Shelby. The girls were down by 11 points at the half, but came back strong the second half. Their determination paid off as they led Shelby at the end of the 4th quarter, then in over time the girls hung on and won the game against their rivals 42-39 . Coach Drenth added, Every individual on the team improved throughout the season. Left: Becky Sloan shoots for a free throw. Above: Ann Huntington blocks an Oakridge Eagle girl. Back: Coach Dave Wilson, Tammy Zwade, Mindy Clark, Brenda Bruin, Amy Hunting-ton, Christy Shafer, Tammy Henry. Front: Susan Alvesteffer, Paula Dodds, Ruth Mast, Laura McVicker, Mary McVicker. Top: Shooting Two! Amy Huntington concentrates on making a free throw. Middle: All-Conference player: Mary McVicker. Seniors: Tammy Henry, Laura McVicker, Amy Huntington, Ruth Mast, Brenda Waslusky. Moving Along! Mindy Clark takes the ball down the court for a basket. Lady Pirates Shoot For A Victory The varsity girls basketball team finished with a 7-14 record with only one returning starter. Tammy Henry and Amy Huntington were selected by the team as captains. Mary McVicker grabbed the all-conference title this season and Mindy Clark received honorable mention. Within the team itself Mary McVicker was selected as the most valuable player and Sue Alvesteffer as the most improved. According to coach Dave Wilson, This team was very hard working and improved steadily throughout the season. Top: Tammy Henry gets ready to pass the ball to one of her team mates. Above: Susan Alvesteffer tries to get the ball away from a Montague Wildcat. 27 Four Squads Make The Difference In order to give the chance of trying out to the girls involved in fall and winter sports, Miss Elenbaas, the cheerleading advisor, along with Athletic Director, Mr. Shepich, decided to have tryouts in the spring for Football season, and again in the fall for Basketball. While trying out, the perspective cheerleader was judged on poise, smile, stunt, one required jump and one of their own choice, a spirit poster, a group learned cheer, and an original cheer. Before the football players started practicing, the football cheerleaders were off to camp learning new cheers and stunts. While there, they took fourth and fifth place in the United States Cheerleading Association Competition. The cheerleaders put on the Sweethearts Ball, sold carnations, computer matchups, and spirit pins to help pay for the new markers, and other needs. Thanks to these markers, there was an abundant supply of spirit posters on hand for all the fall and winter sports. Lots of time and preparation went into the pep assemblies, and according to Miss Elenbaas, were the best we've had yet! Opposite Page, Top: The Varsity Football Cheerleaders, Trina VanTassel, Kristy Shull, Kari Walsworth, Amy Farmer, Julie Veurink, and Larisa Fuehring. Missing:Monica Owens. Far Left: Monica looks on as the football players do their stuff. Left.-The Varsity Basketball Cheerleaders, Front:Denise Crandall, Larisa Fuehring, Laura Foster. Middle: Kari Walsworth, Trina VanTassel. Top: Kristy Shull, standing advisor Miss Flcnbaas. This page. Top: Supporting the J.V. teams were: Susie Blackmer, Tonya Thorne, Lisa McChan, Michele Stovall, Brenda Settles and December Saucedo. Middle Left: Heather Martin, Tony Thorne, Benda Settles. Top: December Saucedo, Susie Blackmer, Michele Stovall. The Senior Cheerleaders: Laura Foster — 1st. yr. award, Kari Walsworth, — 3rd. yr. award, Trina VanTassel, — 3rd. yr. award, and Larisa Fuehring, — 4th yr. award. Bottom right: The J.V.'s add pep to the assembly as they do the cheer H-A ! Above: Team awaits signal by quarterback Kevin Keck. Right: Players dress for practice session. 1st Row: Man. Shawn Dayharsh, Corrie Robbins, Greg Jacobs, Mark Robbins, Andy Mason, Dustin Miller, Tim Vanderlaan, Tony Alvesteffer, Ernie Flores, Greg Altland, David Venne, Don Grabcr. 2nd Row: Jess McClellan, Todd Nyquist, Matt Gamble, Jeff Gebhart, Mark Kempker, Aaron Nass, Todd Robbins, Scott DcMarr, Charles Eckholm, Mike Dumonte, Tony Hren, Mike Dennison, Coach Fry. 3rd Row: Coach Lamie, Deric Riggs, Todd Powers, Brad Altland, Chris Gale, Mark Smith, Gary Tate, Mike Kokx, Craig Mast, Shawn Day, Pete Barton, Brian Stevens, Coach Bailey. Jv's Have Tough Season The J.V. Football squad, consisting mostly of first year players, had a disappointing season going 2-6 for the year. But head coach Ted Bailey is certain that next years team will bounce back because, “Many of the players got valuable playing time because of injuries in key areas. Mr. Bailey, who has been coaching football at Hart for 13 years, shares the job with assistants Jim Lamie and Jim Fry. They try to reflect their own playing experiences from high school and college on the kids. The most memorable game, in his opinion was, Our two wins. He also said that one of the main reasons for working with the kids was because of the challenges that coaching provided for him. 1st Row: Andy Willet, Andy Bush, Vernon Blohm, Trevor Miller, Pete Peterson, Kirk Mikkelson, Brett Mikkelson, Jerrad Gale, Ramon Vega. 2nd Row: Coach Willet, Coach Aebig, Tim Olson, Shane Tate, Scott Gooch, Lance VanSickle, Dan Pider, Dan Graber, Steve McClellan, Man. Dave Graber. 3rd Row: Brian Kelley, Norm Dodds, Bill Dodds, Phil Hennrick, Brad Jacobs, Dan Contreras, Coach Heglund. Kirk Mikkelson runs for some I irates Earn Winning Season With tough competition in several of their games, the 1985 Hart Pirates football team overcame most of their obstacles and ended up with a 5-4 record and a third place tie in the conference. The team had a load of talent with 14 seniors, 4 of which were all-conference nominees, with Andy Willet and Phil Hennrick receiving the honors on defense. The lone junior candidate was Brett Mikkelson. Willet also made first all-area team and 2nd all-state team on offense as a guard. Head coach Dave Willet, who has been coaching the team for three seasons now, says that his most improved player was Bill Dodds, but praised the entire team for their pride and determination. He also said that their fourth quarter motivation was much better this year. The most memorable game was, North Muskegon, because it made our winning season possible. The whole team should be con-Below: Scott Gooch follows the blocking of Norm Dodds, and Andy Willet. gratulated for a fine season. Back row': Stacy White, Michelle Jeffery, Michelle Martin, Aimee Ramseyer, Kathy Markham, Karla Gale, Mgr. Rhonda Gordon, Coach — Jan Brandel. Front row: Tony Storms, Carmen Dobslaw, Dianne Studer, Barb Olson, Kris Carlson. P.M.A. AH the way! A Positive mental attitude carried the J.V. Volleyball team through a tough season. According to coach Jan Brandel the team consisted of a bunch of girls with great personalities, who loved to laugh. The team selected Michelle Martin and Kris Carlson to be the co-captains throughout the year. Michelle Martin was also selected as the Best-All-Around Player along with Carmen Dobslaw and Kathy Markham. The best servers were Aimee Ramsyer and Kathy Markham and the best setting honors went out to Carmen Dobslaw and Barb Olson. Kathy Markham also received recognition for being the best spiker. Michelle Martin and Kris Carlson captured the title of team clowns. When asked what game was most memorable, coach Brandel replied, The last Parent Night game against Montague, it was a super game and I knew they could do it! Top: Barb Olson gets ready to sol the ball. Bottom left: Miss Brandel is going over the strategy. Bottom right: Barb is taking a break from practice. 35 Front: Managers: Stacy White, Rhonda Gordon, Anita Christmann. Left: Melissa Lewis, Denise DeBard, Kathy Jeffries, Jackie Jacobs, Jane Oomen, Brenda Bruin, Sue Alvesteffer, Bev Schaner, Lisa Greiner, Yvonne Schaner, Christy Gebhart, Karen Sibley, Coach — Janet Brandel. Top right: Melissa Lewis sets the ball up for a spike at the Ferris Invitational. Middle right: Seniors: Top — Anita Christmann, Yvonne Jackie Jacobs goes up for a block as Karen Sibley moves in to coverage. Schaner, Denise DeBard, Melissa Lewis, Karen Sibley. 36 Top left: Bev Schaner spikes the ball through an Oakridge blocker. ; Above: Susan Alvesteffer offers support to Lisa Greiner as they exchange places at the Ferris Invitational. Above: The team goes into coverage as Bev Schaner bumps the ball up to the setter for a Bump, Set, Kill! 37 Let's Co RED! The game of volleyball is not yet a big spectator sport at Hart High but as the varsity volleyball team has proven it is rapidly becoming a more challenging and exciting sport. Every season has its ups and downs and this year was no exception. The lady pirates finished their season with a 19-18 overall record and a 6-8 conference record. A second place trophy from the West Shore Invitational was a reward well deserved. The co-captains of the team were Denise DeBardand Jackie Jacobs, working under the guidance of coach Jan Brandel. Bev and Yvonne Schaner were voted as the teams most valuable players and Brenda Bruin received the honor of being selected as the most improved player. The best servers of the year were Yvonne Schaner and Brenda Bruin. Yvonne was also voted as the best setter and Jane Oomen as the best spiker. All conference honors went to Yvonne Schaner. Lisa Greinerwas given the dubious honor of being selected as team clown. Front row: Manager Damon Riggs, K.C. Fowler, Todd Nyquist, Shane Tate, Todd Riggs, Todd Robbins, Mark Kempker. Back:Coach — Mr. Herb Foster, Jeff Toliver, Mike Kokx, Tom Johnson, Shawn Brimmer, Scott Feltner, Kevin Keck, and Matt Gamble. This page: Shane Tate concentrates on the game as he cools off from playing. Right: Mike Kokx (52) views, ready to help as Matt Gamble (20) jumps to hoop two. Opposite page, middle: Matt Gamble (20) watches Kevin Keck (30) swish two. Bottom: Ten year coach. Herb Foster gives last minute instructions during a time-out. Right: Tom Johnson (54), Kevin Keck (30), and Matt Gamble (20) come in for the rebound as Todd Nyquist (14) shoots for two. 38 Sven Season With a season record of 10 wins, 10 losses, and a conference record of 9 wins, 5 losses. Coach Foster said, I enjoyed the satisfaction of working with the athletes, and I appreciate the good attitudes displayed by the team members ... The most memorable game for coach was, At Whitehall when we won 61 to 60 in overtime. We were behind 60 to 59 with only a few seconds left. Scott Feltner was fouled, and he made the winning free throws with only 3 seconds left. By the vote of the players, Kevin Keck received most valuable player, and Todd Nyquist and Shawn Brimmer received most improved players. '86 Team: jim Lawson, Trent Kidder, Matt Stovall, Bill Dodds, Kirk Mikkelson, Norm Dodds, Brett Mikkelson, Dan Contreras, Brandon Micheal, Brian Foster, Mark Smith, Coach Beckman. Seniors — Bottom: Norm Dodds, Dan Contreras, Bill Dodds. Top: Brian Foster, Matt Stovall, Kirk Mikkelson. Dan Contreras tries for two during game time. District Finalists For the second year in a row, the Pirates Varsity Basketball team, led by 5 returning seniors, went to the finals in Districts. But the team started off the season on the wrong foot by losing their first three games. Then they rebounded, winning their next eight in a row, which gave them a lot of confidence. Coach Beckman again showed the team a winning season in going 12-8 over all, and 9-5 in the league, good for 4th place. Coach Beckman, who has coached the team for five years, remarked that his most valuable player was Bill Dodds, and his most improved players were: Dan Contreras and Norm Dodds. He also mentioned that his most memorable game was a triple overtime thriller with Muskegon Catholic, which Hart came out on top 74-73. He said, The kids played hard and deserved the good season. Special congratulations should be given to all-conference winners Brett Mikkelson and Bill Dodds. I Coach Beckman gives the team last minute briefing. Above: Junior Trent Kidder takes the ball in during Ravenna game. Top — Front row: Tony Alvesteffer, Ernie Flores, Trenton Lynn, Jerrad Gale, Dave Flowers, Trevor Miller, Pete Peterson, Brad Altland. Second row: Tony Hren, Nick Contreras, Andy Willet, Mike Syer, Glen Trantham, Rodney Lewis. Back row: Asst. Coach — Ted Borgeld, Robert Martin, Scott Gooch, Don Taylor, Tim Olson, Brad Jacobs, Pat Bailor, Coach — Mark Bosse. Pirates Take 4th The year was great for our Wrestlers. They won 16 out of 17 dual matches. Along with first in Districts and Regionals. Plus a proud 4th in State. Eight of our guys went to State: Trenton Lynn, Dave Flowers, Mike Syer, Pete Peterson, Scott Gooch, Andy Willet, Tim Olson, and Don Taylor. They all dedicated themselves to the sport, which helped our school spirit show even more. Mr. Mark Bosse' has been coaching since 1971, and became head coach in 1975. He likes coaching because it allows him to know students in a different way. When asked what was the most memorable meet he said, The dual meet at Hamilton. We were rated a number 2 and they were 7. Some of our regulars were hurt, so it took some juggling to keep the streak going. Don Taylor won the meet when he didn't get pinned by their state placer from a year ago. Mr. Ted Borgeld was the assistant coach. He kept the wrestlers in top condition , commented Mike Syer, while he practiced with us, and helped with our techniques. 42 Mr. Bosse and Mr. Borgeld coaching to a victory. Seniors: Glen Trantham, Andy Willet, Tim Olson, Pete Peterson, Dave Flowers, Jeff VanderZanden, Brad Jacobs. Top left: Andy Willett checks with his coach during his championship match at Hart Invitational. Right: Pete Peterson looking over to the coach. Middle: Brad Altland preparing his base. Bottom: Wrestling Boosters, Crystal Whitney and Jennifer Hammerle take stats. 43 FALL SCORES VARSITY FOOTBALL J. V. FOOTBALL Whitehall Mo Oakridge Shelby Opp. 32 Hart 0 7 Whitehall Oakridge Shelby mi.i MCC N. M Manistee 40 tv- GIRLS VARSITY BASKETS ETBA Opp. Hart Montague Whitehall Ravenna N. Muskegon MCC Shelby Ravenna Oakridge Montague Ravenna N. Muskego MCC Shelby Ravenna Oakridge Montague ™ Whitehall N. Muskego MCC Shelb Oakridee N. Muskr MCC Shelby Oakridge GOLF COU uoys 6th 12th 13th .11th Ludington Inv. MCC Inv. Oakridge Inv. Regionals 208 W.M. Christian Manistee Fremont 178 Manistee Catholic 174 195 Manistee 163 193 Fremont M Winter Scores Boys Varsity Basketball Homecoming: Famous Firsts On October 8th( 1985 Homecoming began. It started out with our traditional Spirit Week. Monday was Clash Day , Tuesday, No Sweat Day , Wednesday, Nerdy 50's Day , Thursday, Twin Day , and Friday Red and White Day . Throughout this week the students worked on their floats after school hours. Seniors took first, while Sophomores took second, Juniors third, and Freshman fourth. Saturday October 12th, the Hart Pirates took on the Whitehall Vikings bringing on an unfortunate loss. During halftime the 1985 Homecoming King and Queen were crowned by popular vote from the student body, Brian Kelley and Laura McVicker. The week ended with the annual Homecoming Dance. Above: Cindy Bectel. Right: King and Queen candidates, Pete Peterson, Lisa Wilcox, Dave Flowers, Laura Foster, King — Brian Kelley, Queen — Laura McVicker, Lisa Longendyke, and Bill Dodds. Left: Exchange students Nicole Thierhoff, and Carmen Dobslawn. Above: Queen Laura McVicker is being handed roses by Mr. Marshall. Club Top Left: Bob Yeager, December Saucedo, Denise Crandall, Anna Martinez, Jennifer Shay. Standing: Amy Farmer, Brad Youngstrum, Advisor — Mrs. Burmeister, Jennifer Dold, Sara Slocum, Shannon Rasmussen and Larisa Fuehring. JfS Right: Drum Major, Davy Flowers, leads the HHS Marching Band in the National Athem. Center: Flag corps members: Kris Carlson, December Saucedo, Andrea Syer, Chris Foster, Tami Gebhart, and Captain — Larisa Fuehring. 1st Row: Jenny Tubbs, Wendy Trantham, Nanci Wildi, Anitia Christmann, Band Director — Mr. Clarence Metzler, Drum Major — Davy Flowers, Rifle Captain — Jill Hempfling, Kathy Jefferies, Michelle Bennett, Barb Olsen, E.J. Pressely, 2nd Row: Todd Powers, Christina Shafer, Jennifer Burns, Dee Purdy, Brad Jacobs, Vern Blohm. 3rd Row: Robert Yeager, Beth Tascott, Malissa Vega, Kandy Swan, Tammy Harjes, Jennifer Dold. 4th Row: Jim Reed, Lance Van Sickle, David Day, Alan Gebhart, Brenda Bruin, Susan Alvesteffer. 5th Row: Shawn Brimmer, Jim Gray, Maggie Gracia, K.C. Fowler, Robert Callahan, Anna Martinez. 6th Row: Steve Tariske, Keane Quinn, Lance Malburg, David Hill, Dan Grey, Troy Gebhart. 7th Row: Jeff Toliver, Tom Johnson, Branden Michael, Amy Farmer. Back Row: Chris Foster, Andrea Syer, Flag Captain — Larisa Fuehring, Kris Carlson, December Saucedo, and Tami Gebhart. Stepping To A Different Beat The Sr. Band went through some different steps. During the marching season, the flags and rifles added hoops to their regular routines. There was always something new on the field, a new song, new routine, etc. For the first time, the marching band did not go to marching competition. To wind up the band prepared a piece and routine for the Christmas parade. In addition to the fall marching season, the band performed at the Asparagus Parade in the spring. After the regular fall marching season ended, the band got right to work on their concert pieces which were presented at the annual spring concert and performed for the Concert Band Festival. By Larisa Fuehring Middle: Senior Band members — Anita Christmann, Brad Jacobs, Davy Flowers, Jill Hempfling, Lance Van Sickle, Vern Blohm, Anna Martinez, Beth Tascott, Tammy Harjes, Kandy Swan, and Larisa Fuehring. Left: Kathy Jefferies, Rifle Captain — Jill Hempfling, Nanci Wilde. Back: Barb Olsen, E.J. Pressley, Wendy Trantham, Jenny Tubbs, Anita Christmann, Michelle Bennett. Above: Flags Rifles show off the new hoops. r • Marks Good Time For the first time in three years, the Jr. Band took over the football field at halftime. The band marked time to such songs as The Rose , T.S.O.P. , and Magnificent Seven . They also performed at the Christmas Spring Concerts, and Concert Band Festival. 1st Row: Chris Lingrend, Susie Blackmer, Tisha Robbins, Shannon Rasmussen, Aimee Ramseyer, Carrie Puffer, Jamie Abbatoy, Laura Riggs, Band Director — Mr. Clarence rvtetzler. 2nd Row: Becky Sloan, Ronda Greiner, Paula Lipps, Kellie Chase, Julie Haynor, Susan Hill, Christi Hogg, Kim Kemmerling, Heather Martin. 3rd Row: Estella Villanueva, Tereasa Sauser, Carmen Delgato, Paula Weirich, Brad Youngstrom, Carol Fillips, Toni Alvesteffer, Ross McCloskey. 4th Row: Jennifer Syer, Mark Volpp, Angie Contreras, Rhonda Ego, Brian St. Clair. 5th Row: Brian Stevens, Troy Hardy, Shawn Day, Jennifer Warren, Lori Reed, John Jeffries, Eric Rohrbough. Back Row: Jess McClellan, Michele Stovall, Dwight Fuehring, Tim VanderLaan, Lonnie Martin, Jennifer Hammerle, Ann Huntington. Top: Jr. Band marches the first time and awes the audience. Middle: Jr. Band in action! 52 Always On The Right Note — Mr. Metzler After 38 years of sticking around good 'ole Hart High to teach band, Mr. Clarence Metzler is still going. Mr. Metzler grew up in Albion, Michigan where he attended Albion High School and Albion College. After he graduated from college in 1948, he moved to Hart and started teaching. He has directed many marching and concert bands through many competitions. Before 1969, the State Band Festival was held in Detroit and Ann Arbor, so the bandsmen decided against going many times, but when they did, they took many first and second ratings. They also went to all District Competition and took many first and second ratings. Since 1969, Mr. Metzler has directed his bands to all but two firsts in District Competitions, to the present. During this time, the bands took first in state about 11 times. Some noted dates are: '69, '71, '77, '75, '76 and '79. The bands have only gone to three marching competitions. In 1982, they took a first; 1983 a first and in 1984 a second. During his years of teaching, he has judged at many music festival competitions, and has been active in the Michigan School Band Orchestra Association. Mr. Metzler has always been exceptionally cooperative with the community by providing his time and services with the bands for the parades, Mayor-Exchange Day, Memorial Services, etc. For all of his talents and services Mr. Clarence Metzler should be commended. Above: Jenny Burns.Ze f: Melissa Vega, Kandy Swan, Wendy Trantham, Anna Martinez, Maggie Gracia, Lance Malburg, Dan Gray. Junior Jim Reed took over as pep Band leader, and under his direction the group made some organizational changes. One such change, required Pep Band members to attend all practices in order to play at the games. The Pep Band was established by advisor Mr. Clarence Metzler. It was organized to add more excitement and enthusiasm at pep assemblies and games. To be a member of the Pep Band, students must be in either Jr. or Sr. band and be selected by Mr. Metzler. Once a member, the students are required to attend practices which took place at 8:15 in the morning. As mentioned earlier, Jim Reed was elected as the Pep Band leader. The leader is elected by the fellow Pep Band members. By Christy Linke Bdow: Renee Shrauger, Lisa Longendyke Laura Feldt sample the fon du. Bottom: Leaving for Calvin, Miss Elenbaas has one for the road. Le Jar din des Fetes This was our first year with the French Club and so we hope that we made it worthwhile for everyone, and that it will become a permanent club at H.H.S. for many years to come. Le Jardin des Fetes , which means, the garden of celebrations, was organized in October. The name of the club was chosen by ballot along with a couple of other choices. A few of the advanced French students went to our French teacher, Nancy Elenbaas, and discussed the idea of a club because there was no advanced class offered this year above second year French. We also hoped that the club would continue and expand the knowledge of French and to increase interest in the language. Our meetings took place every two or three weeks, at which we would review French vocabulary, watch filmstrips, eat French food, and sing French carols at Christmas. We attended a play at Calvin College in December, went to CMU on their annual Foreign Language Day, and planned a trip to visit a couple of museums. We had only two officers who were: President, Laura Feldt, and Secretary, Amy Ffuntington. They were elected by majority vote. Our group's advisor, Nancy Elenbaas had always wanted to start a French club. She thought that having the club would make up for not having a class. Miss Elenbaas said, I like seeing the students get excited about foreign language, and enjoy being involved on a different level with students. By Laura Feldt Front: JoAnne Merrill, Amy Farmer, Kari Walsworth. Table: Brenda Was-lusky, Amy Huntington, Laura Feldt, Lisa Longendyke, Renee Shrauger, Lisa Wilcox, Sheri Prowant, Phil Alvesteffer. Back: Denise Crandall, Brenda Purdy, Jennifer Burns, Andrea Syer, Julie Veurink, Nicole Thierhoff, Dee Purdy, Laura Foster, Trina Van Tassel, Jennifer Jeffery, Miss Elenbaas. 55 The Land Of Oz As with any organization, the Drama Club faces change. With a new year comes a change in membership, officers, outlook, and in the case of the Drama Club, a change in advisors. Like anyone currently attending Hart High the only Drama advisor I had ever known was Mrs. B. The challenge of becoming advisor was well met though by Mr. Doug Weaver. The Drama Club was lucky to find a person with Mr. Weaver's qualifications. However, Mr. Weaver had a few obstacles to overcome. The State Street Gym was condemned as a fire hazard, and alternative places to hold performances had to be found. In addition to this he had to learn the ropes of arranging such annual drama events as the Mock Rock Concert and plays. In the fall, the Drama Club collaborated with the Oceana players, the Performing Arts Council, and the Intermediate School District to present the Wizard of Oz . This was done to involve students and the community in a large production. Over 200 people tried out for parts. Drama club members landing parts were: Sarah Slocum, Shannon Rassmussen, Brad Youngstrom, December Sau-cedo, Jennifer Dold, and Melissa Vega. Mark Peters, Donovan Cater and Mike Stovall, Paula Weirich, Anna Martinez, Chriss Pease and Carmen Dobs-lawn were involved behind the scenes. By Kevin Frees H istory Is Fun The Michigan History Club added a new advisor, Mr. Marshall, to help Mr. Newkirk. When asked about the club Mr. Marshall commented, I think it is an excellent group, and Mr. Newkirk is doing a very good job. He added, The reason why I became an advisor is because I enjoy Michigan History. This organization was started in 1969 by Mr. Newkirk with his first Michigan History Class. It was established to give students an opportunity to visit places that they learned about in Michigan History. Two separate groups make up the Michigan History club. They are the Senior, which is also called, Coureur De Bois (runner of the woods or forest). This group consists of Juniors and Seniors. To be in the Senior Club, a student must have been in the Junior Club. The Junior Club consists of Freshmen and Sophomores Every fall for the past seven years the club sells cheese and sausage to raise money for their spring and summer trips. They plan all year for these trips. The Junior group goes for one day. Coureur De Bois goes on a trip for four days nights. To go on a trip, members must do a community service and sell a certain amount of cheese and sausage, to help pay expenses. The Club is also in charge of the school's flags and flag poles. When the poles need painting the members do it, and also put up the flags every morning. Mr. Newkirk has been an advisor for 17 years. When asked why, he said, Because I believe that students should have an opportunity to visit the places they learn about in Michigan History Class. By Ruth Mast Senior Club Front: Andrea Syer, Kim Crawford, Julie Veurink, Dee Purdy, Larisa Fuehring, Nanci Wilde, Lisa Greiner, Dawn Lipps, Jim Yeager, Eric Fleet, Anita CFiristmann, and Mike Carlson. Back: Maggie Garcia, SaraFi Tate, Denise Crandall, Dan Graber, Vern Blohm, Paula Dodds, Branden Michael, Brett Mikkelson, David Day, Craig Schanner, Amy Linke, Ruth Mast, Leandra Jordan, Brian Foster, Dave Cloud, Molly Hall, Chris Fishett. Junior Club Front. Tami Gebhart, December Saucedo, Kris Carlson, Mindy Clark, Carla Hovey, Karla Gale, Jenny Burns, Diane Studer, Crystal Whitney, Jenny Tubbs, Sherry Lenon, Michelle Bennette, Michelle Hicks. Back: Mr. Newkirk, JoAnne Merrill, Chris Linke, Chris Foster, Trisha Sprague, Tonia Sloan, Tom Johnson, Lance Mulburg, Jodi Verschueran, Alan Gebhart, Todd Powers, Bob Yeager, Keane Quinn, Jeff Toliver, Jerrad Gale, Tony Gebhart, Angela Fleet Rhonda Gordon. 8 Standing On Two Feet Once again the Ski Club had fantastic turnouts. The cooperation of the students added to the pleasure of skiing. This organization was first started in 1972 by Jack (Heggie) Heglund. The intent has been to just go and have a super time. One of the basic traditions has been the all-day ski trip at one of the surrounding resorts. Ski Club has no officers, and that's the beauty of it. Kids can join and not be “ruled by a select few. Instead, “Heggie's word is law, but they're the type of laws that are fun and easy to follow. Simply, NO DRUGS OR ALCOHOL ALLOWED! Heggie is considered to be our head honcho, and makes sure everything runs according to plan. When asked what he liked best about working with the group he replied, They always enjoy skiing, and that's what it's all about. If you've never been skiing before and are afraid to try, don't be. All that you need is a great sense of humor and a change of dry clothes, and it's a guaranteed phenomenal time. By Brenda Waslusky Top: Brenda Waslusky tackling the slopes. Bottom Left: Todd Powers, Oops! Right: Mr. Heg-land lays down his laws. 59 Honor Students Spread Cheer Hart High School's Chapter of the National Honor Society was established on January 12, 1958. It was created to provide services to the school and the community and to provide examples of character and leadership for others to follow. The members kept very busy throughout the year. Their services to the community began in October with the annual Trick or Treating for the Oceana Hospital and Medical Care Facility, raising a record-breaking $520.00. At Christmas time, the group spread a little cheer to residents of the Medical Care, by giving them homemade cards and by singing Christmas carols. In the spring, the annual blood drive and Teacher Day Continental Breakfast were held. The Spell Down had an added twist this year. For the first time ever it was a county-wide activity. By Denise DeBard Two members count out the money they collected for the hospital. Kneeling: Jackie Jacobs, Anita Christmann, Karen Sibley, Denise DeBard, Amy Linke, Lisa Longen-dyke. Larisa Fuehring, Beth Tascot, Laura Wheeler, Mr. Cunningham. Middle: Amy Farmer, Bob Callahan, Mike Carlson, Laura McVicker, Melissa Lewis, Phil Alvesteffer, Brenda Waslusky, Kari Walsworth, Dee Purdy, Trina VanTassel, Terri Villanueva, Mike Stovall. Back: Brian Foster, Brad Jacobs, Tim Olson, Terry Wiegand, Amy Huntington, Bill Dodds, Ruth Mast, Jill Hempfling, Norm Dodds, Jim Reed, Kirk Mikkelson. Missing: Laura Foster Middle: Jill Hempfling displays her talent while the group sings Christmas carols. Above: Larisa Fuehring has a nice talk with her great uncle Carl Fuehring. Hinds Raised To Help Fight Cystic Fibrosis Top: Dave Flowers impresses the audience with his singing talent. Middle: R-2 D-2 comes to Hart High by way of Vernon Blohm. Above: Jodi Verschueren Tonia Sloan show off their new slave Kirk Mikkelson. The Hart High Student Council has been in existence since April of 1969. It was organized at that time to promote the interests of the student body through it's representatives, and to encourage school spirit, loyalty, and citizenship. As always, student council coordinated the Homecoming festivities. Though the parade was cancelled due to rain, the pre-game and half-time activities proceeded without a hitch. For the second year the group sponsored a pop can box. They continued to provide the box in order to keep the school clean and promote school pride. As a charity project a slave auction was held to raise money for Cystic Fibrosis. It was a huge success raising $169.00. Last but not least the student council had the restrooms painted when many students expressed concern about their appearance. By Amy Huntington Back: Jess McClellan, Susan Blackmer, Jeff Gebhart, Mindy Clark, Tricia Sprague, K.C. Fowler, Tony Hren. Middle:Christy Shull, Christy Gebhart, Trevor Miller, Branden Michael, Brian Kelley, Melissa Lewis, Dave Flowers, Front: Brad Jacobs, Kari Walsworth, Amy Huntington, Kirk Mikkelson. 61 Two Week Press There were only nine students in the Journalism class, this assured each student of several chances per issue to have their stories and articles published, it was also a big responsiblity. Each person was expected to contribute a certain amount of material to each issue. The Hart Beat staff greatly improved the paper with the addition of pictures, not to mention a format change. Because of these changes it had been necessary to increase the price to 25$ per issue, but was reduced down to 10$ again shortly thereafter. On January 10th, the staff put on a dance to raise money for the Hart Beat and also to help cover the losses incurred due to the reduction of the price. The turnout was good, and so was the music. Mr. Jim Cunningham was the class advisor. When asked how he became the Journalism teacher, he stated, I was asked by the principal and I didn't say no. He likes working with the group. And because it was a different experience from anything he'd ever done before, he hopes that he can continue being the advisor in the future. By Beth Tascott Top: Judy Williams, Kim Mast, Dee Purdy, Mathew Stovall, Mr. Cunningham, Beth Tascott, Dan Contrearas, Chriss Pease, Brian Kelley and Tammy Henery. Left: Chris, Brian, Beth design pages. Right: Tammy Matt plan stories. 62 Below: Advisor Mrs.King gives last minute check to ad pages before sending them to the plant. Right: Kim Vander Wall works on layout. Above: Alicia Meza, Kim VanderWall, Karen Sibley, Mark Peters, Denise DeBard, Amy Linke, (ill Hempfling, and Larisa Fuehring. Capturing Memories The yearbook tried to recapture all the memories and fun times throughout the 1985-86 school year. In addition to producing the Hartian, the staff sponsored the first dance of the year to raise money for a new 35mm camera. At the end of the year the annual Starving Photographers picture sale was held with proceeds being used to purchase film for 1987. In the spring of 1984, the yearbook started getting things together and picked new staff members who were: Alicia Meza, Mark Peters and Kim VanderWall. Returning staff members were: Amy Linke — Editor, Denise DeBard — Head Photographer Sports Editor, Larisa Fuehring — Business Manager and photo-graher, Jill Hempfling — photographer, and Karen Sibley. During the summer the Hartian staff sent two of their people to journalism camp at Michigan State. Amy Linke was sent to develop her skills and knowledge in editing. Kim VanderWall was sent to educate her further in photography. Also on September 25th, the staff attended a yearbook seminar at Calvin College. By Kim VanderWall 63 Building The Building Trades program was organized to actually provide students with the opportunity to build houses. The class added a $380 table saw which helped them work much faster. Also, they were not required to put the basement in. This was done before school started so that the class would get a head start at building the house. This program was begun in the 1972-73 school year. Mr. Russ Jones was the class' first teacher. Bob Nelson took over the program in 1976, and the existing teacher, Mr. James Quinn, started in the 1979-80 school year. The purpose of the class is to provide students with hands on experience in construction. The class sometimes visits different houses to learn how different schools build their homes. This was done at the end of the school year as a learning experience to see the different houses being built. Mr. Quinn has been in charge of the program for the past seven years. He is an easy person to get along with. If you have any questions just ask, and he will give you an answer. He said, The best thing about working with the group is to be able to look back when finished and see what the group has accomplished. By Lance Van Sickle A list of class members is as follows: Jim Aguirre, Brian Bonine, Mike Carlson, Dave Cloud, Eric Fleet, Marty Kaat, Dawn Marcellus, Jim Merten, Darren Musel, Rusty Shafer, Randy Sible, Otto Staple, Mike Syer, Jeff VanderZanden, Lance Van Sickle, Instructor — Mr. James Quinn. Top: Randy Sible, Mike Syer, Marty Kaat, Jeff VanderZanden, Marty Kaat, Jeff Zander-Zanden and Mike Syer. Bottom: Darren Musel, Teacher Mr.Quinn, Jim Aguirre. Shared Time: Challenging Fun I really enjoy taking auto mechanics because its fun and a real challenge , said Cindy Bectel, a Ludington Shared Time student. There were 23 Hart students who took classes at Ludington High School for the 1985-86 school year. This was the second year that students have traveled to Ludington to participate in their shared time program. This program gave each student experience in such subjects as: Auto Mechanics, Secretarial Skills, Health Occupations, and Metals. Kay Spivey, a Hart senior who was enrolled in Health Occupations said, The program gave me different opportunities to see what I want to do. I'd like to be a Veterinarian's Assistant or work in a nursing home as a nurse's aide. She further added, This program has helped me to see what I'm good at, and what I'm interested in. Top: Carla Hovcy gets all wrapped up in her work. Middle left: Mr. Newkirk. Right: Mr. Marshall. Bottom: Dustin Miller hits the books. Top: Future chemist Pete Peterson, with Molly Hall in the background. Right: Mr. Huntington's in a good mood — let's ask for an indoor swimming pool! Susan Bowling Counselor Barbara Burmeister Speech Literature Kathy Carter English 9 11 Tad Aebig Metals Ted Bailey Business Donna Beadle Bookkeeper Alice Cunningham Home Economics James Cunningham U.S. History, World History Journalism Alta Drum Secretary Nancy Elenbaas French Health Ruth Ann Hackett Secretary Herbert Harper General Science Edwin Johnson Biology Chemistry Timothy Karppinen Alternative Education Jacqulyn King Librarian Yearbook Maria Luisa Lazo Migrant Records Bill McIntosh Superintendent Neil Marshall Current Events, Michigan History, Government Economics Clarence Metzler Band Robert Mikkelson Counselor O'Neil Newkirk Sociology, Michigan History, Government 69 Alan Ritter Resource Room Teacher Consultant John Shepich Physical Education, Psychology Athletic Director Beverly Stafford Superintendent's Secretary Douglas Weaver English 9 Elementary Algebra Harvey Weaver Physical Science, Elementary Algebra, Math Richard Welling Art Bus Drivers Back: Warren Studer, Gene Tas-cott, Ken Lipps, Guy Hasty, Linda Smith. Front: Stu Hardy, Charles West, Valerie Johnson, James Reed, Wes Carlson, Jerry Schaner, Wilber DeRuiter. Missing: Robert Chapman, Judy Kennedy Louise Olson. Custodial Maintenance Jim Johnson, Loren Foster — Supervisor, Frank Wieber and Jim Carlson. Back: Daryl Alvesteffer. Night Shift Mark Thrailkill Gary Gebhart Food Service Back: Connie Dillingham, Ethe-lyn Swihart, Sue Wiedman — Director. Front: Joan Lindsey, Mildred Fishel, Barb Foster. Teachers' Aides Front: Wendy Trantham, Kim Mast, Lisa Longendyke, Toni Storms, Sue Merten, Denise Venne', Laura Foster, Kari Wals-worth, Laura McVicker, Teresa Villanueva, Back: Chris Pease, Sue Wiegand, Bev Schaner, Anna Martinez, Jeff Gebhart, Brian Foster, Andy Bush, Trina VanTassel, Phil Hennrick, Amy Huntington, Bill Dodds, Brad Jacobs. Office Aides Left: Kathy Kokx, Brenda Purdy, Laura Feldt, Tammy Henry, Lean-dra Jordan, Amy Linke, Teresa Villanueva, Laura McVicker Library Aides Front: Melissa Lewis, Denise De-Bard, Karen Sibley, Tracy Guetzka, Crystal Whitney, Mrs. King. Back: Chris Linke, Herb Merten, Dianne Flanery, Misti Veterna. Missing: Amy Taylor A Memorial Tribute Mr.Roderick A. Powers Sept. 17, 1943-July 8, 1985 To every thing there is a season, and a time to every purpose under the heaven. Ecclesiastes 3:1 Mr. Powers was a man of compassion, of dignity and of pride. He encouraged all of his students to not only set their goals beyond the horizon, but also put forth all effort to achieve them. He cared for each and every one of his students and he was always willing to lend a helping band. At a school board meeting, Mr. Powers once stated, I believe in education. I believe in the students of Hart High School, and I believe in the old cliche that I have only failed when I have failed to try. Mr. and Mrs. Powers were active in many school activities. They became the parent figures for our wrestling family and they were always there to offer encouraging words. Even though Mr. Powers is no longer inspiring the students of Hart High, his memory lives on in the hearts of many and he will never be forgotten. F reshmen Take That First Step I like being a Freshman, it is much better than being an 8th grader. When I was in 8th grade I thought that being a Freshman would be em-barrasing, because many people told me that the upper-classmen put you down. Now that I'm a Freshman I realize that the people of Hart High just aren't like that. Most of the teachers are nice too. They seem to try to make it easy for the newcomers of Hart High. They really helped the first couple of weeks become easy. by Paula Lipps Top: Paula Lipps, Estela Villanueva. Left Class Officers: Pres. Jennifer Hammerle, Treas. Larry Rasmussen, Sec. Michele Stovall, Vice Pres. David Venne. Right: Siamese twins Heather Martin Ann Huntington. Top left: Sandy Hartlaub takes a closer look. Right: Ronda Greiner. Bottom.-Tom Kaat, David Venne, Sue Hill and Dennise Venne stay on top of things. Anna Croff Chaunee Culler Carmen Curtis Troy Hardy, trying to find his cure. (Top) 'Watch it I might bite. Lloyd Cloud Angie Contreras Diana Cortez Jamie Abbatoy Amy Adams Greg Adams Roy Alltop Greg Altland Andrew Alvesteffer Tony Alvesteffer Andy Baker Leslie Barker Susan Blackmer Angela Bromley Kellie Chase Eugenia Davis Shaun Day Carmen Delgado Jessie Delgado Rhonda Ego Carol Fillips Javier Flores Brent Foster Dave Federicksen Dwight Fuehring Jeff Gebhart Don Graber Mary Greiner Rhonda Greiner Jennifer Hammerle Troy Hardy Sandra Hartlaub Julie Haynor Jeff Gebhart says, Hey what can I say! Helen and Randall enjoying a Coke. (Top) 77 Christi Hegg Lisa Hicks Susan Hill Brian Holladay Ann Huntington Greg Jacobs Michelle Jeffery John Jefferies Chris Jensen Jim Jensen Tom Kaat Kim Kemmerling Travis Kidder Kathy Kokx Chris Lindgren Christy Linke Paula Lipps Kathy Markham Heather Martin Don Graber, Hart's future all-star! Rohnda and Michelle, what did you two do this time? Lonnie Martin Robert Martin juan Martinez Veronica Martinez Jess McClellan Ross McCloskey Lisa McGhan Rudy Melendrez Charlene Merten Susan Merten Ben Miller Dustin Miller Mike Moul Aaron Nass Stewart Padilla Robert Patton Jeffery Pearson Carrie Puffer Huh, what, who, ME? , says Rohnda Ego. (Top) Brad, are you shy? , asks Chris. (Right) tr Ruben Quijas Aimee Ramseyer Larry Rasmussen Shannon Rasmussen Lori Reed Cathy Reyes Juan Reyes Laura Riggs Corrie Robbins Mark Robbins Tisha Robbins Lorenzo Rodriguez Eric Rohrbough Sue Sauser Theresa Sauser Chris Sebolt Reid Sisson Becky Sloan Brian St. Clair Brian Stevens 80 Freshmen's first float (4th. place). Wake up Michelle! KrT' H Randy VanderZanden Mario Vargas David Venne Denise Venne Estella Villanueva Mark Volpp Jennifer Warren Paula Weirich Stacey White Ron Wiggins Brad Youngstrom Not Pictured: Miguel Bias Reynoldo DelValle Olga Fauondo Kenneth Flores Sulema Flores Manis Gadza Scott Harford Todd Monroe Carl Morgan Clint Pickard Richard Terrazus Francis Tovar Top: Jennifer doing what she does best. Middle: Kathy in one of her better moods. Bottom: Becky and Susie enjoying the floor view. 81 Sophomores Are Moving In The Right Direction In the purely physical aspect, being a sophomore must be an improvement over being a freshman, simply because we are not the youngest class in the high school. However, an overall analytical profile is necessary to provide a clear view of the situation. I, for one, find that having become a sophomore I can get just a taste of what being a senior is like. After talking to other people, I find that being a sophomore is not necessarily better than being a freshman. Some find that freshmen are enthusiastic, which I feel there is nothing wrong in being so. Then they recognize a tendency of sophomores to get bored or even egotistic. But once they become juniors, they start to gain interest again. Whether or not the life of a sophomore is better than that of a freshman, I can't exactly say. But it is, however, a step we all must take in our high school career. By Robert Yeager Top: Tonya Sloan and Diane Studer. Loft Class Officers: Pres. December Saucedo, Vice Pres. Cathy Ackley, Sec. Russel Zwade, Treas. Tonya Sloan Right: Pete Barten. Cathy Ackley Lisa Aquirre Cathy Aguirre Bradley Altland Pat Bailor Pete Barten Michelle Bennett jody Berger Paul Berger Shawn Brimmer Annette Brink Jenny Burns Raymond Bush Stephanie Bush Kris Carlson Andy Carter Santiago Chapa Mindy Clark Nick Contreras Misty Cory Laurie Croff Darrell Darling Scott DeMarr Shannon Demmon Mike Dennison Nancy Dennison Jennifer Dold Mike Dumonte Stephanie Dyksterhouse John Earle Chuck Eckholm Scott Feltner Todd Fessenden Dianna Flanery Angela Fleet Ernie Flores Rudy Flores Chris Foster K.C. Fowler Chris Gale Karla Gale Matt Gamble Alan Gebhart Tami Gebhart Troy Gebhart Top: Spyane hard at work (Diane Studer). Bottom: JoAnne Merrill. 85 Catherine Lopez Trenton Lynn Lance Malburg Lance Malburg, the man behind the horn! 86 Bobbi Gilbert Marcia Gilbert Russell Gilbert Rhonda Gordon James Gray Tracy Guetzka Mandy Hackett Curtis Hall Charleen Harmon Shane Hasty Scott Hegg David Hill Carla Hovey Tony Hren Tom Johnson Tim Kaat Kevin Keck Mark Kempker Mike Kokx Mike Lathrop Rodney Lewis Andy Mason Craig Mast JoAnne Merrill Tonia Miller Todd Nyquist Barb Olson Marva Plamondon Todd Powers E.J. Pressley Kathy Purdy Deric Riggs Todd Riggs Todd Robbins Melissa Robertson December Saucedo Monica Schaner Troy Schmuck Brenda Settles No! Pictured Claudio Juarez Juan Martinez Peggy Sible Kelly Slocum Sherry Lenon Pat Bailor Frank Castillo Carmen Croff Lisa Flores Tami Gebhart How did that get in there? 87 Bill VanderZanden Ruben Vargas Maiissa Vega jodi Verschueren Misti Viterna Dawn Walters Nicole Wayne Crystal Whitney Dana Woodley Robert Yeager Russell Zwade Tammy Zwade 89 J uniors Strive For The Top Being a junior is much better than being a sophomore because I'm finally considered an upper classman. But then again it also makes me realize I'm almost out of here and have to move on. Being a junior is fun because you can look down on the sophomores and freshman, and think, Man, I was at that level once, As a junior you are treated with respect by your teachers and aren't treated like a little kid anymore. I feel like I'm finally getting into some classes that are gonna mean something to me in later years. Being a junior also gives you the final hopes of high school, being a senior! By Angie Price Top Right: Jane Oomen and Mike Stovall. Below: Susie Alvesteffer. Left Class Officers: Pres. Jim Reed, Vice Pres. Bret Mikkelson, Treas. Mary McVicker, Sec. Jackie Jacobs. Robert Acuna Susan Alvesteffer Robert Bahr Janet Bayle Preston Bernard Scott Broner Brenda Bruin Marlene Burch Robert Callahan Andrea Cargill Paul Carlson Donovan Cater Vicki Clark Denise Crandall Kim Crawford Dan Davis Toby Davis David Day Stuff it! Bottom: Is that Terri Mesler behind those Foster Grants? Lori Dennison Paul Dennison Paula Dodds Greg Dold Dawn Ego Amy Farmer Lesley Flores Lisa Flores Tami Foster Chris Frishett Jerrad Gale Christy Gebhart Scott Gooch Dan Graber Maggie Gracia Dan Gray Lisa Greiner Molly Hall Top: Dan Gray, wake up the bell rang! Bottom: Paul Carlson, Craig Traxler, Trent Kidder. Kara Harjes Mary Hicks Michelle Hicks Tracy Hren Jackie Jacobs Kathy Jeffries Mari Jewett Marty Kaat Trent Kidder Scott Lewis Dawn Lipps Steve McClellan Mary McVicker Alicia Meza Yolanda Meza Top: Tami says, Is school over? Middle: Dan Graber. Bottom: Jim Brett this weeks guests of the Richard Simmons workout. 94 Branden Michael Tom Miller Trevor Miller Don Monroe Jane Oomen Monica Owens Ed Pankow Mark Peters Angie Price Sherri Prowant Ricki Puffer Brenda Purdy Delores Purdy Tammy Purdy Keane Quinn Top: Left Kim Lisa back from shopping at G.W. Fashions. Right: Craig says, What are you talking about?! Bottom: What a weekend, says Kim Crawford. 95 Jim Reed Mark Riggs Cliff Rohrbough Tom Sampson Steve Tariske Sara Tate Richard Sauser Bev Schaner Craig Schaner Sandra Schaner Christy Shafer Mariy Shaver Craig Sherman Kristy Shull Paul Simmons Otto Stapel Dan Staples Stu Stever Mike Stovall Andrea Syer Top: Look mom, this place is a real Zoo! Bottom: Susie, Lori Wendy planning to enlist? Amy Taylor Don Taylor Larry Tovar Wendy Trantham Craig Traxler Kim VanderWall Lisa Vasquez Robert Vasquez Julia Veurink Lester Villadsen Heath Viterna Bridget Wells Rose Whiting Not Pictured: Top: “Somebody help me find my pencil! , cries Bev Schaner. Bottom: Trevor's the quiet one? Bekkie Dancz Mark Foster Kevin Frees John Hanford Lori Hasty Annette Henry Michelle Huff Lorann King Terri Mesler Brett Mikkelson Josefina Perez Sonia Reyes Ted Studer Ramon Vega Susan Wiegand Nanci Wilde Sandra Wynne Above:Class Officers — Pres. Phil Alvesteffer, Vice Pres. Vern Blohm, Tres. Amy Linke, Sec. Laura McVicker. Top: Brian Smith and Mike Carlson. Bottom: Phil Henrick. I, Laura Foster being of a sound state of mind, strongly believe that being a senior is a great improvement. We're finally at the top. I think that being seniors brings our class closer together knowing this is our last year. It brings a specialness to the school and class activities. By Laura Foster he Last Step 'Seniors' James Allen Aguirre Philip Alvesteffer Cindy Jo Bectel Vernon Edward Blohm Timothy Joseph Bosse Anthony Michael Bush Michael Vern Carlson Richard Allen Cater Of) Dawn Chandler David William Cloud Anita Anne Christmann Daniel H. Contreras Denise Michelle DeBard Joseph Lee Derby Norman Carl Dodds Carmen Birgit Dobs!aw 101 William Dodds Laura Lynne Feldt Patrick Flanery Eric Lou Fleet Jill Hempfling Philip Donald Hennrick Tamala Sue Henry Mark Lawrence Guetzka Tammy Sue Harjes 103 Leandra Fae Jordan Brian Joseph Kelley James Joseph Lawson Bradley Glenn Jacobs Jennifer Jeffery Amy Louise Huntington Michael Shawn Hicks Edward Harry Hoi la day Kimberly Kay Mast Ruth Ann Mast Laura Lynn McVicker 105 Herbert F. Merten III James David Merten Kirk Douglas Mikkelson Darren K. Musi I Timothy Alan Olson Chriss Ailene Pease Daniel Burton Pider Norman Peterson II 106 Kandy Potter Swan Son dr a Kay Riggs Michael L. Schrader Yvonne Marie Schaner Rusty Lee Shafer Renee Eileen Randall Alan Sible 107 Karen Sue Sibley Brian Daniel Smith Kay Lynn Spivey Elizabeth Ann Tascott Nicole Theirhoff Pamela Sue Thorne George Michael Syer Matthew James Stovall 108 Glenn Warren Trantham Jeffery VanderZanden Lance Kevin VanSickle Trina Ann Vin Tassel Teresa Villanueva Kari Lynn Wa Is worth Brenda Ann Waslusky Paul Thomas Weirich Laura Lynn Wheeler Carla Jean Wiegand Gary Dale Wendt Terry Joseph Wiegand Lisa Michelle Wilcox Fredrich Woldring Jr. Congratulations To The Class Of 1986 James Joseph Yeager Senior Year Things so simple before become not harder but more complicated. Choices suddenly become decisions and chores are becoming responsibilities. With every victory there are two sacrifices, with every new-found freedom comes two self imposed restrictions. We find more and more roads to travel, but it gets easier to get lost. It's easier to be happy, but it's now impossible to be care free. Smiles still abundant but our eyes can see the shadows of the future. Only fools predict the future, but at the same time only fools don't prepare for it. We strive to become like those we respect, yet we struggle to gain our independence from them. We are now intelligent enough to see the changes in ourselves, but not yet wise enough to understand them. Still to young to worry about death, but to old not to worry about life. Whoever said, Stop the world I want to get off , should have said, Slow the world down, I want to catch up . By Kevin Puvalowski Pontiac Catholic High School Below:Carla Weigand, Melissa Lewis, Ruth Mas! and Lea Jordan gel a touch of Senioritis . Top Ten Seniors Standing: Laura Foster, Trina VanTassel, Kirk Mikkelson, Brad Jacobs. Sitting: Denise DeBard, Laura Wheeler, Amy Hun-tington, Anita Christmann, Jill Hempfling and Chriss Pease. Class Colors: Red and Black Class Song: Good Bye , by Night Ranger Class Flower: White Rose Class Motto: We must not only act, but also dream. Not only plan, but also believe. 1 !. Bottom left: Mike Schrader shows us our 1986 graduation announcement. Right: Josten’s Rep. measures Vern Blohm's head for his graduation cap. 113 hose Who Foot The Bill! fatUtt Tftar et Dean Joan Busch Gallery • Artists Supplies Custom Framing 925 S. Washington • P.O.Box 562 • Ludngtcn, Ml 49-S31 BiCounty Real Estate Co., Ltd. Bill Wells Barber And Beauty 602 State St. 873-3834 Arrow Swift We will service all your printing needs. Complete job service 215 E. Main 873-3782 Birchwood Farm Market Specializing in pure maple products. Home made cider. 3178 W. Baseline Open all year! 861-4477 !3uxaon (2axfxt± £bout can NCW CHA. MICHK1AN WCK KHUMN 861 2222 Congratulations to the Class of 7986! Buildings Plus West Michigan's complete building center. We have general and electrical contractors. 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Is 11% r Curtis Green Leaf Nursery We beautify the outdoors Your complete landscaping needs U.S.-31-x-way at Monroe Rd. Pentwater 873-5835 FARM BURE INSURANT 3AYLE FQ Farm Bureau Insurance m 212 E. Polk Rd. 873-4119 F.O.E. Bowling Club O FIRST°F AMERICA. WORKING TOGETHER TO BE FIRST. 12 lane automatic scores Lounge, color TVvideo games, air con. Hank Contreras — Manager 1 mile N. of Hart on old U.S.-31 873-4801 ? A complete selection of quality beds! Ralph, Pat, Mike Jenny Burns Fremont, Ml 924-6510 French's Auto Body Collision work Corvette Specialist High performance parts accessories Congra tula tions ! Larisa the Class of '86 Cherries, apples, peaches, asparagus pine (X-mas) trees C.A. Fuehring Farms Mears, Ml 49436 873-3119 FLETCHER HAYNOR L.P. GAS PLUMBING - HEATING SUPPLIES 832 GRISWOLD ST HART, MICHIGAN 49420 TELEPHONE (616) 873-3030 69 State 873-3488 120 Chris can't believe the price of this cabinet! Gambles Fabrics, Stereos, Appliances Giftware, Hardware, Furniture. 17 State 873-2510 Gale's Agency Auto — Home — Life Lyle Gale Pete Rosam 704 State St., Hart 873-3385 873-4702 Gale Roofing f □□ 873-5289 873-5949 Polk Road 121 WEST MICHIGAN uim TOURIST ASSOCIATION Gateway Motel Grace Youth Camp (616) 873-2125 • Air Conditioned • COLOR TV • Electric heat • Sound proof • Guest Coffee Snowmobile On Olo US-31 Mile • WALL lO WALL Carpeting • Kitchenettes • Adjoining Rooms • Dial Phones • Open All Year M YOUR ROOM OF HART. MICH 49420 YOUR HOSTS SHARON B BOB 189 HANCOCK STREET PENTWATER. MICHIGAN 49449 873-3662 Box 313 Mears, Ml 49436 ' 'Congra tula tions'' to the Class of 1986 Your NAPA Jobber's a good man to know! 105 State St. 873-5687 Hansen Foods The Hansen Hospitality is all around! 222 Polk Rd. Hart 873-2826 Hart Body Shop Over 35 years' experience 101 Water St. Hart, Ml 49420 873-2316 Hart Brand Trucking Oceana Dr. Hart, Ml 49420 873-2722 HART BRAND TRUCHIN6.be. wots t We were always there for YOU and the community. Thanks to Hart Builders Supply, the Class of '86 saw this dream fulfilled. Hart Builders Supply 124 Hart Motel Hart, Ml 49420 873-2151 Cable TV Free Cont. Breakfast In-room Movies Water Beds Queen Size Beds Non-smoking rooms ava. House of Flavors Ice Cream 811 State 873-2244 Compliments 86 HAVILAND AGRICULTURAL For all your spray material needs. Hart, Ml 49420 873-3630 873-5090 Hodges Pontiac — Buick 204 State 873-3562 Hawley's Nursery Polk Rd. 873-3150 Congra tula tions Class of '86' Ralph E. Horton, D.D.S. Family Preventive Dentistry 110 Dryden, Hart 873-4026 ICT, Inc. Machined Products Division 1330 Industrial Dr. — Shelby Jimmy's Red Barn 800 Dryden Art Kelley Vice President 861-2165 873-3644 Mark King, C.D.T. (Owner) 220 Washington, Hart, Ml Lipps Bulldozing Grading, orchard removal, snow plowing, day, fill dirt, black dirt, road gravel Hart Michigan 873-3066 Lorenz Party Store 11 Washington 873-2369 Since 1951 8 AM-11 PM 7 Days a Week Main Street Floral 347 5. Hancock, Pentwater 869-8211 The Senior Portrait Specialist Russ Miller Studio Shelby Floral 134 N. Michigan, Shelby 861-5390 Steve Karel Crothers 604 E. Tinkham Avenue Ludington, Ml Cherry Valley Hardware Formerly Mull's 218 Polk Rd. 873-2768 Congratulations 1986 Radio hack’ Oceana Auto Used rebuilt auto parts Used cars trucks 24 Hr. Towing Call 873-3500 Dodge Polk Rd., V2 mile West of U.S. 31, Hart Muskegon Federal Savings Loan Ass'n. 424 State 873-5607 Hart FTTB OCEANA BANK Member FDIC Hart 873-2117 New Era 869-8731 Pentwater 861-5190 Rose Maries Floral When you say it with flowers, say it with OURS! 207 E. Main StHart 873-2560 Stephen W. Peterson, D.D.S.M.S. 110 E. Ludington Avenue Ludington, Michigan 49431 845-6700 or 723-8451 Prescription Specialists Camera Supplies — 24 Hr. Photo Processing Remedies and Gifts Hart, Michigan Congratulations Grads! Congra tula tions Class of '86 Phyllis Slocum on Location 873-3268 OCEANA H ELECTRIC c COOPERATIVE ...v .- ••fW'V v. i 4 Oceana Electric Hart, Michigan 873-2155 131 920 State Ray's Fine Foods The Family Place 209 E. Main, Hart Powers Clothing Rinaldi's Mini Golf 31 Low el Street Pentwater Hart — Shelby — Silver Lake Serving Oceana County Since 1920 Would you trust a group like this to build your home or would you hire professionals like Russel Construction? Russel Construction 873-4323 207 N. State Hart 873-9912 God Bless You Graduates St. Gregory's Church Samuels Realty 128 N. Michigan, Shelby, Ml 861-4357 McCarty Realty 208 E. Polk Rd., Box 73, Hart, Ml 873-3178 133 Schaner Company Hart Congratulations to the Class of 86 A Reputable Family Business Mac Woods Dune Rides And Gift Shop Mid May-September (616) 873-2817 Mears, Ml 49436 Tanner Stark Plumbing Heating Hart 873-4020 Shelby 861-4020 See us for: Tires, new and used auto parts, batteries, mufflers, shocks, brake work, drums and rotars turned, front end alignment, junk cars bought. Hart 873-5625 Settler and Duncan Shelby State Bank 242 N. M Shelby Michigan 861-2123 Member FDIC 135 EXPORT - IMPORT INDUSTRIES, INC. Congratulations to the Class of '86 Compliments of Tempotech Exercise for a healthy — Hart ! From Dr. Tracy Staff ItCil T.V. • Stereo • Antenna Sales and Service I h l:« ) .l VlMif. 212 Sixth St. at State Shelby, Michigan 49455 Mike Lukonic, C.E.T. Ph. 616-861-5687 Video Tape Disc Rental f EN Th Chevrolet ■ Buick - Cadillac - AMC • Jeep - Renault Urka Auto Center U S 31. Ludtnglon Mctvgan 49431 Phone (616) 845-6282 136 Vern Gai! Gebhart Family Taylor Road 873-2743 Vroom Cold Storage ,VROOM COLD STORAGE 1151 5. Griswold 873-2178 Ph. 873-5789 Video Unlimited VHS 8i DISC MOVIE RENTAL __ 208 Washington Dave Symons Hart. Ml 49420 jps VIDEO WORLD |iP VHS BETA 616-861-4764 141 N. Michigan Ave. Shelby Ml 49455 Movie Machine Rentals Top off your day at WALKER'S Restaurant Bar 227 E. Main 873-4986 137 X105- —wc t The Rock of West Michigan West Michigan Carpet Center Jackson Rd. Hart Compliments of Weare Supply 873-3319 West Michigan Ins. Agency 347 South Division St. Congratulations from the Griffis Family 706 State St. H_rt 873-5440 Wiegand Construction Mears 873-2675 Hesperia Very Competitive auto rates Low cost protection Auto, Homeowners Business and Life West Shore Community College I------------------- (WICKSTRA) JtEALTY OFFICE CONGRATULATIONS GRADUATES 3000 North Stiles Road Scottvllle, Michigan 49454 845-5211 or 723-8356 Wickstra Realty Inc. 163 N. Mich. Ave. Shelby, Ml 49455 861-4148 Tate and Brown Funeral Home Hart, Michigan Wilson's Party Store Mears 873-2457 Everybody that knows,goes to Pizza Palace! Hot Subs 873-2656 27 State St. Hart Appletree Automotive Dr. Barker Ben Franklin Bucher's Box Cathy's Beauty Salon Cherryland Gifts Christmann Ins. dunes D D Party Store Duneland Offroad Center East Hart Grocery Ernest Mcarty Realtor Chapman Automotive Center Patrons Farmer's Petroleum Dr. Gilbert Glenn Rough, Gen. Contracting Golden-Hart Farm Equipment H R Block Hair Porte Hart Animal Clinic Northwood Fruit Cooperative Hart Floral and Gifts Hart Meal Company Hempfling Son Welding Horseshoeing Ride lack's Trailer Sales MFG Dr. E.E. Jonessen Karen's Cut and Curl La man Asphalt Larson Son H.C. Hall Consulting Civil Engineer, Inc. Midwest Realty Sears Mears Auto Service Silverlake Sand Dragways Merskirt Merskin Silver Sands Resort Mikes CITCO Smile Inn More Than Music Twin Bridges Market Oceana Golf Shop Urick-Monton Attorneys at Law Oceana Land Title Val-Du Lakes Pentwater Market The Village Green Market Pent water Wireworks Wad el Stabilization R L Variety West Auto Sales Rossiter Ins. Agency West Shore Pharmacy Schlee's Used Cars Yester-Year Restaurant Sikkenga, Prince, Barecki, and Nicholas Acknowledgements Mr. Jim Cunningham Oceana Herald-Journal Mr. John Pesano — Josten's Representative Russ Miller from Russ Miller Photography 141 Top: Eugenia Davis, Julie Haynor and Anna Croff just playing in the snow. Above: Christy Linke daydreaming. Right: Trent Kidder and Mike Stovall as “Miami Vice . 144 1986 Hartian Supplement A Step Up” Mock Rock March 29. 1986 the 3rd annual Mock Rock was held at State Street Gym. Eight bands competed, but winning wasn't important — we just want to go out and show them a good time!” Congratulations to Judy Williams, lead singer of “Mary Jane Girls”, for being selected as outstanding individual performer. Taking 3rd was Whitney Houston”, played by Amy Farmer with back up vocals, Dawn Lipps and Kristy Shull. 2nd place winners were White Snake”, with lead singer Dan Contreras. Mike Syers, Mark Guetzka and Robert Vasquez. Kevin Frees. Donovan Cater, Troy Hardy and Dan Davis put on a great show bringing them to the 1st place title with their group, The Alarm!” Top: Winning group “The Alarm . Above: Good performance by Boston . Left: M.C.'s Anna Martinez and Keane Quinn. A Royal Valentines Day Catch-Up Team It's been two years since HHS has had a Freshman Basketball team. However, with all their determination and famous “catch-up” style basketball, they proved to be an exciting team to watch. Coach Jim Lamie described the game with Nelson Jr. High as his most memorable. “We were in awe to begin the game, but decided to play with them, and got back into the game when they were behind 20 points.” Aaron Nass was selected by coach Lamie as the most valuable player, with Chris Jensen being named as most improved. Standing: Coach Jim Lamie, Aaron Nass, Shaun Day, Troy Hardy, Chris Jensen. Front: Tom Kaat, Mark Volpp. Greg Altland, Tim VanderLaan. Jeff Gebhart. Valentines Day provided the perfect date for the annual Sweet Hearts Ball, which was held on Friday, February 14. This was the first year that the event was actually held on Valentines Day. Another first for this occasion was the crowning of the King and Queen during half time, prior to the dance. Queen Lisa Longingdyke and King Brian Smith were crowned by Tracy Greiner and John Curtis, last year’s royalty. Other candidates nominated included: Lisa Wilcox, Anita Christmann, Laura Foster, Pete Peterson. Andy Bush and Bill Dodds. Following the game with the Whitehall Vikings, the ball was held at State Street Gym, with music provided by “Tunes By Ryan . The cheerleaders, who sponsor this annual event, had decorated the gym in a Valentines theme. Math Team May 14. Hart students participated in the first county wide math competition. This event was organized by the Oceana Intermediate School District, with teams competing from all four high schools. It was held in the Shelby Optimist Club Building. Team members were selected by teachers in the Math Department. These selections were based on the results of previous math exams, those with consistently high scores were selected. Competitions were held in each of the following areas: Algebra I, Algebra II, Geometry and Trigonometry. Team trophies were awarded, as well as individual awards. Advanced math teacher Jack Heglund and algebra teacher Linda Peterson expressed a need to emphasize that this competition is intended to encourage interest in mathematics, and is not to be treated as a sport. Its results do not determine that any school is better than another, it simply provides an opportunity for students in the county to meet and share interests in this particular subject area. Forensics After long hours of rehearsal, the Forensic Team consisting of: Sarah Siocum. Larisa Fuehrinc. Brad Youngstrom, John Earle, Bob Yeager. Malissa Vega. Shannon Rasmussen. Leah White. Anna Martinez, December Saucedo and Amy Farmer, competed at Districts held in Holton High School. Placing first in their respective categories were: Sarah, December. Amy, Brad, Bob and Anna, with Shannon placing second. These members then proceeded on to Regional where only December made it into the Finals Baseball “The fact that we were able to get on the baseball field early this year because of good weather helped us defensively. This is especially important because of the large number of new players we had this year,” baseball coach Mr. Herb Foster said about the season. After 11 conference games and one scheduled double-header, Coach Foster said that he “liked the way they worked together and their desire to improve. Kneeling: Scott DeMarr. Lance Malburg, Greg Altland, K.C. Fowler, Ron Wiggins. Jerrad Gale, Chuck Eckholm, Manager Rick Shepic. Standing: Coach Herb Foster, Trent Kidder, Matt Stovall, Brian Foster. Bill Dodds, Andy Bush. Kevin Keck, Scott Feltner. Russ Zwade, Brian Smith, Tom Miller, Asst. Coach Steve Veurink. Kneeling: Jenny Tubbs. Tammy Foster. Brenda Waslusky, Laura Foster. Christy Gebhart. Standing: Coach Kenyon. Mary McVicker, Mindy Clark, Tammy Zwade. Angie Price, Paula Dodds, Julie Reid. Softballers Show Talent Hart 24, Pentwater 9 in the first game of the 1986 season, with the girls already showing hard work and determination. Due to weather, postponements delayed the start, but coach Phil Kenyon praised the team on their first win saying, “What a great way to open the season.” He also stated that the team showed a strong desire to learn and each had a good work ethic. Mr. Kenyon, in his seventh year as head coach, enjoys playing the game himself, as well as teaching Jr. High and coaching golf in the fall. Seniors: Top — Yvonne Schaner, Nicole Thierhoff, and Laura Foster Kneeling: Aaron Nass. Dustin Miller. Pete Barton, Eric Fleet, Andy Willett, Brett Mikkelson. Nick Contreras, Todd Powers Second Row: Brandon Michael, Scott Gooch. Chris Gale, Shane Tate, Jeff Gebhart Standing: Asst. Coach Mike Fuller, Jeff Toliver. Reid Sisson. Brad Jacobs, Phil Hennrick, Tom Johnson, Dan Contreras, Randy Sible, Kirk Mikkelson, Coach Dave DuMonte. Guys’ Track The 1986 boys’ track team started out on the right foot thanks to the encouragement of new coach Dave DuMonte. According to some of the track members, Mr. DuMonte did a very good job coaching the team. Everyone agreed that he helped a lot and he knew what he was talking about. Susan Wiegand helped keep the team organized by recording times and doing paper work. With the help of Dave DuMonte and the excellent new sports complex, the Hart track teams will be able to show other schools in the future just how much talent we have. Girls’ Track The girls track team set out to create a tough team and that is exactly what they did. The lady pirates had some excellent athletes who were hard to beat. Dave DuMonte took over the head coaching job from Karen Drenth. With the help of former track member Mike Fuller, who was hired to help out with field events, the team had a good season. Seniors Brad Jacobs. Amy Hunting-ton, Phil Hen-rick, Larisa Fuehring. Andy Willett, Laura Wheeler. and Kirk Mikkelson. Kneeling: Amy Huntington. Aimee Ramseyer, Sue Alvesteffer, Jennifer Warren. Kim VanderWall, E.J. Presely, Wendy Trantham. Cathy Ackley. Standing: Coach Dave DuMonte. JoAnne Merrill, Jennifer Burns. Tonia Sloan. Holly Cofer, Jennifer Syer, Rhonda Ego, Laura Wheeler. Angie Contreras, Julie Veurink. Andrea Syer, Asst. Coach Mike Fuller. Junior-Senior Prom May 3, 1986 “Just You and I” A bridge between two dancing fountains, leading to a romantic gazebo, transformed our gymnasium into a summer garden and provided the perfect setting for the Prom's theme — Just You and I”. Everything sparkled, from the pink and silver streamers to the water in the fountains. It was so classy, commented senior Kari Walsworth about the decorations. Those attending danced to the music of “Sounds Good , with photos being taken by Russ Miller Studios. A perfect spring day added to the atmosphere to create a memorable evening. Top left: View of garden setting. Right: Denise DeBard and Vern Pearson. Bottom left: Julie Veurink and Jeff Jankowski. Above: Amy Link and Kevin Puvalowski (Kevin is the author of the Senior Poem).