Houghton Lake High School - Bobcat Yearbook (Houghton Lake, MI)

Text from Pages 1 - 192 of the 1987 volume:

STUDENT LIFE AM in a dcut'g ajoid—a SPORTS ACADEMICS PEOPLE k e’w affl iK tfo toye ter ADS INDEX 6 We needed more spirit this year and all of a sadden it was just there. Sophomore Nancy Rigling 1987 ALL cue need All we needed for homecoming was a lot a spirit, and we had it! With help like this from the freshman class at Friday’s pep assembly, the varsity continued their winning ways to defeat Meridian, 13- 11. Photo by Jeff Raymond. HOUGHTON LAKE HIGH SCHOOL 4433 W HOUGHTON LAKE HOUGHTON LAKE, MI 48629 (517) 366-5376 VOL. 58 I OPENING ■ Sports had all we needed with four championship teams. Junior I Missy Shipp (30) shoots for two in the regional playoff game against Evart. For more athletic winners, see pages 42-75. Photo by Jeff Raymond. ■ All senior Mike Aho needed for his interpretative reading was a couple more hands. Mike read a newscast for his speech in Mrs. Strause’s 4A class. To set the mood, he constructed cardboard television screens with separate openings for news, sports and weather reports. For more academic survival techniques, see pages 76-93. Photo by Carrie Mieske. IT OPENING _ That’s ALL We Need ■ New clothes, nine homecoming honey candidates, a car, 13 student senate members, parents, 127 graduates and summer. Championship football, girls basketball and golf teams, a new volleyball team, some priorities, 28 cheerleaders and money. Two new gym teachers, stiffer graduation requirements, nine and a half semesters of required classes, 58 electives, tests and survival strategies. 403 underclassmen with rumors, birthdays, jobs and the blues, 127 seniors with vacations, pizza and college plans and teachers with 367 years of combined experience. Places to go, things to do and people to meet. What’s all that? In 1987, THAT’S ALL WE NEED! ■ Now that's enthusiasm! Junior Vince Brown, accompanied by classmates Marci Low and Sarah Woodwyk, gets in the spirit of Friday's mock rock contest for class officers during the homecoming pep assembly. The juniors hoped that the contest would provide all the points they needed for a third consecutive Spirit Award. However, they finished second to the seniors in the contest as well as in the final tally of points for the award. For more homecoming coverage, see pages 10-15. Photo by Jeff Raymond. OPENING V7- That’s right! That’s all we need to put together another year. And what a year! We started out as winners in sports with a playoff berth for the Jackpine Conference Champion varsity football team, a regional title for varsity golfers and the first-ever district title for varsity girls basketball. But that’s not all! Academically, we hosted our first Career Day in December with 60 guest lecturers representing 57 different fields. Students listened to their choice of three speakers to get the inside scoop on life after high school. On the more individual side, we got a blast from the past with a revival of Grandma’s clothing styles and the return of our favorite old cartoons. But that was just the beginning. Take a look inside. You’ll laugh, learn and remember. And THAT’S ALL WE NEED! ■ Varsity’s victory over Roscommon, November 1, gave them the Jackpine Conference Championship and a chance at the playoffs. After the 16-6 win over their arch rival junior Mark Williams (54) receives a congratulatory bear hug from sophomore Jeff Roza (64). Senior Jeff Sherwood (51) runs to join the celebration. For more on the football team’s championship season, see page 44-45. Photo by Jeff Raymond. A OPENING — 1 That's ALL We Need Their second national convention took yearbook editors to Chicago in November. Once registered, all they needed was to decide which sessions to attend so Adviser Mrs. Lynn Strause, junior Vince Brown and senior Mike Aho sit in Holiday Inn’s lobby to map out plans. For more yearbook adventures, see pages 88-89. Photo by Carrie Mieske. With a theme of “True Colors” for homecoming, student senate decorated the cafeteria for Friday night’s dance. Senate adviser Mrs. Lynn Gellerman and junior Brandon Warson fill multi- color balloons with helium before releasing them to cover the ceiling. For more senate activities, see pages 24-25. Photo by Jeff Raymond. 61 think the homecoming dance was a success because the class officers and student senate members did a great job of promoting it and getting everything ready. Junior Brandon War son S- ___ OPENING it My mom is so embarrassing. I got a little piece of Juju fruits caught in my throat and she made me stand up with my arms in the air and she started beating me on the back. M Senior Nicole Gross Ui get in trouble a lot for laughing in class. I think it’s because of the littlest things. 5? Senior Kari Caster STUDENT LIFE That's ALL We Need LIFE Ad in a wcftji—andp uj, I Five days of fun and games. The return of Gumby. 29 hours of Snoball practice. A multitude of strange phenomena. ■ All this and only 24 hours in a day? That’s all we need! It gives us time to accomplish all our work and still have time to play. Check out the Student Life section to find out the many uses of a car (besides transportation), the events that make us laugh and cry, the ways in which our parents embarrass us and a whole lot more. To see how we fit it all in, flip through the next 34 pages. You’ll see that the highlights and hassles of a student’s life are all in a days work-- and play. ■ At least seven of the 15 community service hours required by the National Honor Society members had to be spent at King's Nursing Home. Completing the service hours turned into hard work, even though some of the time was spent playing games like during this visit on Halloween. Nursing home residents Imogene Martinson and Golda Wildt put candy in the bags of Michelle King and Jeremy Jones who also spent Halloween night at King’s. For more about the National Honor Society, see pages 22-23. Photo by Carrie Mieske. ■ Newly-elected homecoming queen senior Carrie Mieske recieves a hug from fellow candidate Randi Chidester. Carrie may have been the winner of the half-time activities, but the Bobcats put a lot of work into playing the Mustangs, winning 13 to 11. For more on the festivities, see pages 14-15. Photo by Jeff Raymond. STUDENT LIFE DIVISION 'leti uA. ail about it L I only wear what people want me to wear. My friends influence me a lot. If they make fun of something I wear, I won’t wear it again. ) Freshman Kim Dworzynski LI go shopping in Bay City or Saginaw, somewhere out of town. I buy what I do because it is an attention-getter and I like it.) ■ Senior Heidi Widdis L I don’t understand why people can’t wear normal Levis and sweatshirts. People shouldn’t be judged by what they wear.) Senior Georgina Cabay GUM BY, along with his sidekick Pokey, was one of the year’s hottest trends in Houghton Lake. Junior Mitzie Guldner kept up with the fad as she sports a Gumby sweatshirt. Photo by Terr) Howell. AS PART OF THE TREND set for the playoff game in Newberry, junior Tom Blanchard has the letters ‘HL’ shaved on the sides of his hair. Seven varsity football players shaved their number, ‘HL’ or just parts of their hair completely off for the game. Photo by Karen Cronin. STUDENT LIFE That's ALL We Need WHAT A TALE to tell! The fad of tails faded and senior Jim O’Toole realized it so he has classmates Maria Ignat and Amy Jenkins do the de-tail work. After the ‘operation’ senior Mike Aho decides to put the remains to good use. Photo by Carrie Mieske. ikr.s v s - - | tuderiji cut hack to. '50'l {jCiAli a� t Ueruh. ell, what do you 1 know! Grandma was right! Those fashions that at one time no one would be caught dead in have made a comeback. Fashion today is like looking at an image out of the ‘50’s. The latest trends include granny boots, bobby socks, rolled-up jeans, over- sized sweaters and long hair pulled back in a ponytail. THE BAGGY LOOK was in. As junior Sarah Woodwyk adds the final touches to the homecoming decorations she shows off the latest fashions. Sarah said she wears what she likes and isn't influenced by others. Photo by Jeff Raymond. “Fashions today are real easy to put together. All you have to do is put on a pair of jeans, throw on your dad's sweatshirt and put your hair up and you’re ready to go,” senior Tammy Winchel said. Current fashions have regressed as far back as the ‘Roaring ‘20’s.’ Long strands of pearls, straight skirts and flats conveyed the year’s look for some. “I love to wear flats and my mother’s pearls just because there is no reason. I’m not influenced by peer pressure,” junior Sarah Woodwyk said. Influence did play a part in fashions for some, though. That influence came from anyone ranging from peers to celebrities in the spotlight. “I love to look at the fashions in rock magazines,” freshman Stacy Beil said, “although normal people can’t afford them.” Teenagers may not remember when mousse was a chocolate dessert and punk was someone your dad tried to steer you away from. However, they do remember the fads of the time. So what’s in store for the future? Only Grandma knows. Maria Ignat FADS AND FASHIONS All in a day's work—and play ■ ■■ |j i ■ � 1 9� V(' Si -V � XW v 1' C-IS Senior (flxuninatz Spj ut 'UJeeJz t’s the same old thing. Another spirit week. Another five days of silly outfits made up by the cheerleaders to embarrass us. Students hesitated to put themselves in the spotlight in “Checkers and Stripes” or bandages as the week began. But by Wednesday’s “Jersey Day” spirit began to pick up in preparation for the powderpuff game that night. Momentum held for Thursday’s “Bahamas Day,” a tradition for the past four years. Students sported bermuda shorts, sunglasses and beach towels. “I love to be able to wear shorts and dress like I’m going to the beach, because it makes it seem like summer,” junior Karla Dinsmoore said. The annual “Green and White Day” ended the week. “I thought there was a lot more spirit this year. Everyone participated in the dress up days and games more,” sophomore Jon Cohee said. By Friday the same old thing had been forgotten, replaced by “Let’s get rowdy!” Cheerleaders maintained enthusiasm by conducting games during lunch hours with points going toward the Spirit Award. “I thought the games were great! I was scared to get into some of them because they were embarrassing. though,” senior Jeneen Piche said. Friday’s pep assembly ended Spirit Award competition with dress up day winners competing in games to win their class more spirit points. Those games included a big wheel race and learning chants. At half time of the homecoming game, the seniors captured the Spirit Award for the first time in four years. And even though spirit week seemed like the same old thing, it managed to generate the enthusiasm needed for another homecoming victory. Kim Dinsmoore WINNING THE LUNCH-TIME pie-eating contest, junior Tony Muma posted a time of one minute, 22 seconds. Classmate Tom Blanchard checks Tony’s progress during the Friday competition for spirit points. Photo by Karen Cronin. AS WINNER OF the “Checkers and Stripes Day dress up contest, junior Evie Breedlove participates in a big wheel race to gain extra points for her class. Evie’s points weren’t enough, however, to keep the seniors from first place. Photo by Jeff Raymond. r r STUDENT LIFE Iff That's ALL We Need HOW SWEET IT IS! As senior Jim O’Toole bites into what he thinks is a caramel apple, he realizes it's an onion and that he's the victim of a practical joke. During Friday’s pep assembly winners of the apple-eating contest lunch game participated in a second contest, only this time the guys were given caramel-coated onions. Photo by Jeff Raymond. STUFFING EACH OTHER, senior Jeneen Piche and Kim McEvers race to see who can eat a banana the fastest. The banana- eating contest took place on Thursday with freshman Joel Noerr and junior Mark Boals as winners. Photo by Evie Breedlove. |____________ leil cdl i I think our school needs more spirit. During Spirit Week hardly anyone dressed up or showed spirit in any way. Changes need to be made somewhere. ) Junior Shaun Goss 4 I think our spirit has grown since I’ve been here. Last year didn ’V seem to have as much as this year which still doesn’t say much. I don’t know why people don’t participate. If they tried, they’d have a lot of fun.) Sophomore Tina Sawyer SPIRIT WEEK —Hr All in a day's work—and play i I was thinking about running for honey but someone signed me up before I made up my mind so I didn't do it just out of spite. J Senior Steve Brimmer i I didn’t have enough time to enter honey competition. I get out of school at noon and work until about 6:00 or 7:00 p.m. It seems like I don’t have time to have fun. ? Senior Kevin Koscielecki ledJuncm Senior tecum tcdz i {fi tit win old everything! Are those senior guys dressed as women and being escorted by female football players? Isn’t that backwards? Not this time! Nine senior guys signed up to participate as homecoming honeys during the ninth annual powderpuff game. October 1. “This is one of the best years for honey participation. Their spirit and enthusiasm were super. They were a lot of fun,” librarian and homecoming coordinator Mrs. Lisa Sutton said. Senior Jim “Overly Exposed” O’Toole , the new homecoming honey, was crowned by 1984 honey, Jim “Whenever” McEvers. The crowning took place at halftime of the powderpuff game. “It was a riot and I really embarrassed myself but it was worth the embarrassment when I won. It really caught me off guard when Jim dipped me to give me a kiss,” Jim said. Student body vote determined the winner. Others competing for the honey honors included Mike “Always Aroused” Aho, Brent “Both Ways” Barkway, Brian “Butter My Biscuits” Biskner, Bill “Bouncin’ Betty Big Ones” Couch, Steve “Delicious Dotes Devo” Fagerlie, Don “Deliciously Demanding Donny” Hancock, John “Why Put Me Off” Wyckoff and Sheridan “Cute as a Kitten” Cole. Although the honeys stole the show during halftime, the senior-freshman team of 47 players held the crowd’s attention during the game as they defeated the junior- sophomore team of 52 players, 21-7. Jammie Pielak ON THE SIDELINES, senior Theresa Jammer listens to advice from Coach Mr. Jim Bischoff. Mr. Bischoff has coached the senior team for the last four years, compiling a 3-1 record. Photo by Jeff Raymond. 7reil uA. ail aiaui it STUDENT LIFE That's ALL We Need HOME OF THE BOBCATS IN A SHOUTING MATCH with the freshman-senior powderpuff team, the sophomore-junior girls raise their hands proclaiming “We’re number one!” The sophomore-junior team couldn’t prove it on the field, however, losing 7-21. Photo by Terry Howell. WITH A BEAR HUG, fellow honey senior Steve Fagerlie congratulates Jim O'Toole on his new title as homecoming honey. Crowning Jim was the 1984 honey Jim McEvers. Photo by Terry Howell. ADDING FINISHING TOUCHES, senior Karen Cronin fastens the final piece of equipment to complete senior Jeneen Piche's football uniform. Jeneen held the position of quarterback. Photo by Terry Howell. NINE SENIOR GUYS play up their role as homecoming honeys lo embarrass senior Eddy Zarzyski. The candidates paraded room to room before a vote by the students Photo by Karen Cronin. POWDERPUFF FOOTBALL All in a day's work—and play efore the homecoming dance, usually our parents take pictures, tell us when to be home, and wave goodbye. But this time they came along. Parents on the dance floor happened when the administration, for the first time, invited the alumni of Houghton Lake to attend the homecoming festivities on Friday, October 3. “It was really weird seeing parents at a high school dance. It was kind of neat, though, because the parents got a chance to see what really goes on at the dances of today,” senior Diane Archer said. Approximately 35 parents attended. Instead of having a semi- formal dance on Saturday night, the student senate sponsored an informal dance Friday night after the game in hopes of boosting the attendance. The senate sold 250 tickets, an increase of 165 tickets from the 1985 homecoming dance. “I was still rowdy from the excitement of winning the game and hearing the queen announced that it made the dance twice as fun. Everyone was in such good spirits right after the victory that they felt like dancing,” junior Renee Lewandowski said. Before the dance the fans got quite a show with the Bobcats leading the Meridian Mustangs 13-0 as the queen candidates took the field at halftime. The student body elected senior Carrie Mieske to represent them as Homecoming Queen. Carrie received the crown from Stacy Eckstorm, the 1985 queen. “When the drumroll began, the only thing going through my mind was the names of the other candidates. When they said my name it didn’t click. It wasn’t until Carlo hugged me and told me I won that I realized it was true,” Carrie said. After the halftime ceremonies, the Bobcats kept momentum going with a 13-11 victory over Meridian. The victory, the alumni attendance and the students’ spirit at the dance all came together to conclude the 25th annual homecoming festivities. Jodie Ostrom IN PREPARATION for the dance senior Heidi French receives help pinning on her corsage from her mother, l.ana French, while sister Kari watches. About 35 parents attended the dance after the game. Tickets for the dance ranged from $2.00 a person to $3.00 a couple. Photo by Karen Cronin. ON THEIR TRIP around the field, underclassmen representatives sophomore Wendy Feole, junior Shannon Swider and freshman Kim Zarzyski wave to the crowd. Each class elected their representatives from the top five girls chosen by students. Photo by Jeff Raymond. nr STUDENT LIFE That's ALL We Need NEWLY CROWNED QUEEN Carrie Mieske, escorted by 1984 graduate Carlo Mace, smiles as she receives her cape from 1985 queen Stacy Eckstorm. “I was laughing because I realized how silly I must have looked on my way to the platform because Mrs. Sutton never told us to go or what to do if we won,” Carrie admitted. Photo by- Jeff Raymond. SEATED ON THE FLOAT, senior candidates Randi Chidester, Heidi French, Jammie Pielak, and Jcneen Piche wait to begin their ride around the field. The float, decorated in rainbow colors by the senior class, helped convey the homecoming theme of “True Colors.” Photo by Jeff Raymond. r fetl i i alt about it 4 Compared to the eighth grade dances, homecoming was a riot! They had better music and a lot more people showed up. ? Freshman Jim Meigs 4 I liked the changes in the dance. It was after the game and shorter so a lot more people came. ? Junior Vince Brown HOMECOMING 1 All in a day's work—and play ib | AS NURSE ANNETTE CROSS pushes (he needle into senior Jodie Ostrom's arm, Jodie cracks a smile at one of classmate Jammie Pielak's jokes. “Jammie Rave me a lot of reassurance, Jodie said, “but her jokes are bad. Photo by Evie Breedlove. AS THE LAST SECONDS of the game tick away, senior Jim O’Toole (86) and sophomore Jeff Rosa (64) realize they will not advance in the playoffs. The Bobcats beat arch-rival Roscommon to get into the playoffs, but the season came to an end when the Negaunee Miners beat the Bobcats, 0-28, in the district game at Newberry, November 1. Photo by Jeff Raymond. Welcome to the emotional nolle coaileo he hesitantly opened her report card. With hands shaking she prepared to face her number one fear: not passing her algebra class. All she could do was stare at the card. Her stomach became uneasy as the lump in her throat grew. The card became blurry as her eyes started to fill. Slowly the tears trickled down her cheek. Emotions. These ‘stirred up’ reactions dictate a major part of our lives. “I laugh the hardest when it’s really late at night and I’m tired,” senior Charlie Calkins said. Laughter tends to spread. One individual can cause an epidemic of chuckles and grins. From joy and laughter to sorrow and tears, emotions influence how we behave. But laughter makes up only one emotion. Tears can be brought on by fears, loneliness, guilt and, during high school years, a broken heart. “When I broke up with my boyfriend it was the worse experience I’ve ever had. I didn’t talk to many people anymore because they all knew what happened. I couldn’t concentrate on anything else,’’ freshman Erika Szyska said. Sensations of laughter and tears make our high school years some of the most memorable. Whether brought on by jokes, fears or a broken heart, emotions complicate and complete our lives. Maria Ignat 1 ft STUDENT LIFE iu That's ALL We Need i Sad songs make me cry because when I listen to the lyrics it makes me think of all the sad things that have happened. The words always bring up so many memories that it makes me cry. J Sophomore Cheri Pace 6 Remembering all the fun times that I had with my friends makes me sad because soon I will graduate and those times will be brief memories. } Junior Heather Blanchard ADDING THE FINAL TOUCHES to senior Brent Barkway’s honey costume, senior Jeneen Piche reacts to the new look she has created. Brent, one of nine seniors who participated in the honey competition, caused humorous reactions from students with a borrowed red and black gown and a long blond wig. Photo by Karen Cronin. EMOTIONS All in a day's work—and play CURLED UP to protect herself from getting dragged under the bed, junior Renee Lewandowski tries to get a good night's sleep. “I don't know why, but I was always afraid that someone or something would drag me under if my arm or leg hung over. I just got over it about two or three years ago, Renee said. Photo by Evie Breedlove. t’s unexplainable! Have you ever noticed the gap in the dressing room curtain that never closes or that when you see a cop you get nervous and hit the brakes even though you’re not speeding? Can you explain why all the skinny people can eat so much and not gain a pound or why we fear that hanging one’s arm over the edge of the bed at night would mean being dragged under? Asking around, we found a whole list of unexplained phenomena. “I never could understand why, in the public restrooms, when you pull on the roll of toilet paper you can only get a little piece,” junior Pete Hem said. Have you ever wondered why, when you enter a store, you always push when the sign says “Pull”? “I still don’t understand why they put numbers on the front of shopping carts at supermarkets because they don’t keep them in order,” senior Charlie Calkins said. Have you ever noticed that girls go to the bathroom in pairs? Why? Does it take two? “I hate it so bad when I go to close the curtains and the two strings are hanging together. I always pull the wrong one, and there is no reason for it,” senior Missy Davis said. Do you know why, when you come up to double doors that the first one you try to open is the locked one? “It always seems that when I buy eggs I check to see that they’re not broken in the store, and then when I get home half of them are usually broken,” senior Kim Dotson said. Most students had something that really bothered them because they couldn’t figure out why it happens. Can you explain that? Kim Dinsmoore 1 A STUDENT LIFE i o That's ALL We Need c eil uA all about it 4 I wonder why the lightbulbs only burn out at night at my house and I can’t change them because it's too dark.} Junior Linda Chudzinski 4 Sometimes in the middle of the night the fan over the oven will go on for no reason. I wonder if 4 maybe it’s my dad haunting us. i Junior Dawn Wierzbicki INTO THE GAP! As senior Karen Cronin judges a shirt, she notices the gap in the dressing room curtain. “I hate the stupid curtains. They never close right, and I never notice it until I'm about to undress.” Photo by Carrie Mieske. HI, DAD! Getting pulled over doesn't seem to be so bad when juniors Jeff Majszak and Evie Breedlove get pulled over by Trooper Tom Breedlove. “I slam on my brakes whenever I see a cop not just because I could be speeding but if 1 don’t have my seatbelt on, because I know my dad wouldn't hesitate to stop me,” Evie said. Photo by Karen Cronin. UNEXPLAINED OCCURENCES 19 All in a day's work—and play 1 V I SEARCHING FOR a cassette, sophomore Joe Gonzalez discovers how messy his car really is. “Having friends in the car throwing their pop bottles and wrappers on the floor, it is impossible to find anything when I need it,” Joe said. Photo by Evie Breedlove. WAITING FOR THE BUS made owning a car all the more desirable for students like senior Kerry Lashley and sophomore Kris Deeley. Approximately one-third of the upperclassmen drove to school, saving them the cold winter wait for the bus. Photo by Terry Howell. 4 7 want a car mostly to cruise around and have fun. Then I could drive myself to the Rockhouse and school, and I could also use it to get home from practice. } Freshman Billy Johnson 4 7 want my own car because I hate driving to school with my mom. I can’t stand all that nagging early in the morning.} Senior Regina Sussex 1rell ail aJMuj it [ AUTO ABUSE! Due to the four accidents senior Steve Fagerlie inflicted upon his $800 C hamp, he has to climb through the window to exit. The Champ survived the punishment just enough for Steve to drive it. Photo by Evie Breedlove. I 20 STUDENT LIFE I Cl J That's ALL We Need want it so bad! (Please, Mom, c’mon!” ‘What do you need your own car for?” Responses to this question came easily to students who used their cars for everything from basic transportation to a party mobile. “My car is a great place to have a party. If there isn’t a house to go to, then my car is the next best place,” senior Gary Bourdow said. Students utilized their cars in unique ways according to their needs. Senior Tim Suzor used his 1972 Chevy Impala to replace his 1965 Ford Mustang during the winter. “I had to store my Mustang to protect it, but I like having a $200 bomb because I could care less what happens to it,” Tim said. Students also found that a car could be used as a storage area. “My back seat looks like my closet. If I ever ran away I’d have everything I need,” senior Mike Aho said. Senior Chris Wiggins preferred to use his four- wheel drive Chevy Scottsdale truck for recreational purposes. “My truck is an awesome ba-ha mobile. It’ll go anywhere, through water, mud, or snow,” Chris said. Chris’s ba-ha mobile placed fourth out of 27 at the Roscommon Mud Bog. Because teenagers found so many uses for their cars, the prices they paid, which ranged from $4 to $7000, seemed a little less imposing. “Even though my car cost quite a bit, I think it was worth the money. What more could I ask for: a closet, a place to be by myself, and a form of transportation all in one,” senior Kelley Coberley concluded. Jim O’Toole OUTSIDE SCRAPING her 1983 Grand Prix, junior Karen Davis hurries to finish the job. “I hate the cold, because I have to go out ten minutes early to start my car and clean the windows, Karen complained. Photo by Evie Breedlove. CARS -iTl All in a day's work—and play ulj Read all about it! I The BIG CITY Influence Small Town, USA. That’s Houghton Lake, None of the worries of the big city. Not much crime. A good place to raise kids away from the influence of drugs and pressures that drive them to suicide. Recently, however, parents and school personnel had to re-examine some of those long-held beliefs. It began during the summer of 1986 with a high school student’s suicide. Since then, people have awakened to the fact that, although we live nearly 200 miles from Detroit, we still have big city problems with teenage alcohol and drug abuse and suicide. The first response to these problems came with the introduction of monthly parents meetings. School administrators met with interested parents to discuss drug and alcohol use among athletes as one of their monthly topics. The school system then began a campaign to educate its employees with its first inservice, bringing in area experts on drugs, alcohol abuse and stress management, among other issues. The first inservice was followed by a second on March 4 with a speaker on problem students and their parents. After three suicide attempts in the middle school and two in the high school, a school-wide inservice on March 26 concentrated on recognizing potential suicides and preventing them. Miss Nancy Ayres, a prevention coordinator from North Central Community Mental Health, spoke and presented an informational packet containing potential suicide signals and a list of people to contact for help. With prom and graduation time approaching, emphasis switched from educating teachers to educating students. The student senate asked Gladwin High School senior John Barr II to speak the week before the prom. John, an 18- year-old former drug user, began by telling students he was high on life. For over an hour he related the details of a drug dependency which had begun in junior high. Students silently listened as he talked about delivering drugs for Young Boys, Inc., shooting himself in the hand so he could go to the hospital and get drugs, and being so high on PCP that he watched his best friend shoot himself in the head and thought it was a joke. That was his turning point, he said. John sought help at two mental health facilities and has been drug and alcohol free for two years. His point was to convince students that substance abusers have three choices: “they can get better, worse or die.” With this emphasis on the problems of drug and alcohol abuse and suicide, the community has once again learned a lesson: the big city is not that far away. After going through what he called fcia living hell ' John Barr II, a former drug user, speaks to the student body about his personal experiences with drugs and alcohol. John, a senior at Gladwin High School, talked to various high schools in the area hoping to help students understand how bad drug and alcohol abuse can be for them. Photo by Evie Breedlove. 99 STUDENT LIFE a a That's ALL We Need North of the Border Spanish Club Fiesta All you have to do is take one year of Spanish and you’re in. That’s exactly what 20 students did. They took either one or two years of Spanish and got together to form the Spanish Club. “Basically all we did was raise money for oursleves so we can go on the trip to Florida which takes place every other year,”, junior Sarah Woodwyk said. In order to raise money, the Spanish Club sold flowers for Valentine’s Day and helped serve school breakfasts each morning. At the end of the year, the club went to Traverse City and ate dinner at La Senorita which meant goodbye until next year. Heidi French for Kim Dinsmoore Eating Mexican food seems appropriate for senior Spanish Club members Judi I .a Roque and Terry Howell. Adviser Mrs. Dolores Frever and the Spanish Club members held their year-end fiesta on May 26 at La Senorita in Traverse City. Photo by Dolores Frever. Welcome back, Mrs. Blasky! The greeting came from first hour advanced math class when Mrs. Blasky returned in April from maternity leave. Seniors Tammy Winchel, Maria Ignat, Charlie Calkins and Becky Burdine prepare her room for the welcoming party. Photo by Carrie Mieske. Staff Multiplications Tine months of pregnancy for Kyle was bom in October, returned 1N math and computer teacher after Christmas vacation. Mrs. Mrs. Barb Blasky and librarian Blasky, due in February, left after Mrs. Lisa Sutton meant two the first semester. Her son Michael months of vacation for students. “I was bom on schedule and she was kind of glad, not that I don’t returned at the beginning of the like Mrs. Blasky, but with a sub it’s fourth marking period, easier to get away with things,” Then phrases such as “Mrs. junior Dale Leatch said. Blasky does it this way” or “Mrs. Miss Marcell Romancky, the Sutton let’s us do this” no longer place-holder for Mrs. Blasky, and worked. Students once again had to Mrs. Barb Miller, who filled in for deal with the real McCoy. Mrs. Sutton, carried on as normally Heidi French for Kim Dinsmoore as possible. Mrs. Sutton, whose son CURRENT EVENTS All in a day's work—and play r ao CUTTING OUT ENOUGH LETTERS to spell the selected homecoming queen's name, senior student senate member Jammie Pielak receives help from fello senior Kim McEvers. The student senate, with the help of other volunteers, decorated the cafeteria to fit the theme “True Colors. Photo by Karen Cronin. naware, uninvolved, unimportant. These words could describe just about anything but for now they describe student senate, at least from the student body’s point of view. “I only know a few of our representatives in student senate, and that’s only because they are people 1 associate with,” junior Lylenette Canfield said. Not knowing the class representatives was only the beginning of the problem. “The representatives don’t show that they are in student senate. They never talk about it to us. It’s like they don’t feel like getting involved or helping the school,” junior Cindy Pacini said. “They need to do more things that involve the student body,” senior Mary Maki added. But the student senate did try to get the student body involved, according to members. They planned activities such as Pride Week, the Muscular Dystrophy Shoot-A-Thon and two bloodmobiles. The student senate also planned activities to benefit the students. They had fundraisers, such as selling suckers, that allowed them to give out two $200 scholarships, one to a senior boy and one to a senior girl. “I figured that the money the student senate made on the suckers went for the students, but I didn’t know they used it for scholarships,” junior Mike Burgis said. Maybe the student senate shouldn’t be the ones described as being unaware, uninvolved and unimportant; maybe the student body should be. Kelley Coberley OA STUDENT LIFE That's ALL We Need THE PRESSURES ON. While waiting to give blood during the October bloodmobile, senior Scott Maass gets his blood pressure taken. “It was my first time giving blood, but I wasn't really scared. The only thing that hurt was the bruise on my arm that lasted for two weeks,” Scott said. Photo by Carrie Mieske. ONE LAST TIME—hopefully. Drawing a name for the sixth time, senior Nicole Gross finally picks a winner in the weekly SADD drawing. The prize of five free tanning sessions from the Sands Motel was awarded to sophomore Mike Edwards. Students had to be wearing buttons to win the weekly drawing. Photo by Carrie Mieske. L Jetl uA. all about it 1 i I keep my SADD button on my jacket so the community can see that there are students against driving drunk and hopefully III win a prize in the weekly drawing. 1 Senior Theresa Jammer 6 Dressing up for Pride Week gives us something different to do and also helps to break up the monotony of winter. J Junior Jason Mandley STUDENT SENATE All iiya day's work—and play I 7ell i all about it 'i i My eighteenth birthday was not quite what I had in mind. I got to spend the day on a bus to Oscoda for a choir festival. Then the judges gave us bad marks to top it off. y Senior Charlie Calkins i My eighteenth birthday was special because my parents took me out to eat at the Brass Lantern and we don 7 go out to eat very often. y Senior Mary Maki THE REALITY of turning 18 sinks in as senior Jodie Ostrom enjoys her first legal bar time in a Florida bar. Jodie, who turned 18 on February 24, spent her spring break at Daytona Beach with friends. Photo by Karen Cronin. I 26 STUDENT LIFE 1 LjXJ That's ALL We Need CHOOSING THEIR SIX numbers, seniors Brent Barkway and Eddy Zar yski fill out their lottery tickets. Although Brent and Eddy have not turned 18. they have been playing lotto for the past two years. Photo by Carrie Mieske. CELEBRATING HIS EIGHTEENTH birthday with the yearbook staff, senior Andy Hejka blows out the candles on his cake. Journalism students baked cakes for each other’s birthdays in order to make class more personal and keep up stafT morale. Photo by Karen Cronin. IS? A a 'p Uye! wake up at 7:30 a.m. and don’t feel any different but the day you turn eighteen has finally arrived. You’ve already bought your lotto tickets and gone to the bar for last year’s birthday. So all you have to look forward to is registering for the draft and registering to vote. Does the magic day really make a difference? “I started buying lotto tickets when I was 15. I still do so turning 18 won’t be a big deal,” 17-year-old junior Josh Martin said. “They never card me when I go into bars so on my eighteenth birthday it won’t be as exciting to go to the bar because now it’s legal,” 17-year-old Joanie Terschluse added. But even though some students played at being 18 before their birthday, the day still held certain special responsibilities. “I went down to the post office to register for the draft but they were out of forms so 1 had to go back in two weeks. I felt like I was being watched those two weeks because I felt so guilty about not registering,” senior Kevin Kowalski admitted. Then there are the privileges that come at 18 that some students view as just another hassle. ‘T haven’t registered to vote yet because I never liked politics. I think it’s a big waste of time,” senior Jeff Sherwood said. A special day? It all depends on how you look at it. Maria Ignat TURNING EIGHTEEN All in a day's work—and play - jgj IN PHYS. ED CLASS during February’s Parents Exchange Day, Mr. Chuck Sullivan, Scott Sullivan's father, attempts to climb the rope on the gym balcony. During the day the parents took the place of their teen and did what their student usually did in a normal day at school. Photo by Evie Breedlove. LOCKERS CAUSED frustration for many of the 150 parents who attended school in place of their students for Parent Exchange Day Mrs. Helen Brimmer, senior Steve Brimmer’s mother, gets help from senior Jane Cowdrey. Several parents carried all their books to each class to avoid having to open lockers. Photo by Terry Howell. AT THE MARCH 30 parents’ meeting, Principal Mr. Ron Szewczyk discusses the athletic training rules with approximately 35 parents. Parents' meetings, held on the last Monday of every month, covered topics ranging from the student handbook to drugs and alcohol. Photo by Evie Breedlove. arlier curfews, an older dating age, less use of the car-every teenager’s nightmare! But the school year donned a new approach to the increasing problem of drugs and alcohol in the school system, bringing parents together to discuss just such topics. At the request of many parents in the community. Principal Mr. Ron Szewczyk and Athletic Director Mr. Dick Brown organized meetings to take place the last Monday of every month. “I think the meetings are a good idea,” said senior Lisa Ianitelli, “because it makes parents aware of what’s going on. They should have their meetings about drugs and alcohol, though, not curfews.” Approximately 160 parents came to the first meeting in September. The attendance at the following meeting fell to 60, then to 30 at the third meeting. An average of 35 parents continued to come to the meetings. “1 was amazed at how many parents had the same problems I do with my kids. It’s really helped me to discuss my problems with others,” parent Barb Ostrom said. In another effort to encourage parent involvement and introduce school activities to the parents, the administration initated a parent exchange day where parents took the place of their teens in classes. The parents took notes, did lab work and otherwise did what their teen would do during a day at school while their student stayed home without penalty. “The Parent Exchange Day was a good idea, because I got out of going to school. I got a zero on one of my assignments, because of my dad, though,” senior Diane Archer said. “The parents’ involvement is helpful because of the communication between the parents, teens and school,” science teacher Mr. Jim Johnson concluded. “This has helped on many different topics, not just drugs and alcohol, because of the contact between the parents and the school.” Ed Zarzyski STUDENTS AND PARENTS work together on a lab assignment given by teacher Mr. Jim Bischoff during third hour physics class. Junior Tapio Miettinen and senior Mike Aho work with parents Mrs. Carol Brown. Vince Brown's mother, and Mrs. Carol Stouffer, Craig Stouffer's mother, to find the coefficient of thermo expansion. Photo by Karen Cronin. 28 STUDENT LIFE That's ALL We Need leU cUl cAaut it j i I think it’s stupid to have parents’ meetings, because the parents could get the wrong ideas. Teens might not be able to do the things they used to. 1 Freshman Lisa Kowalski iThey aren’t going to put any ideas in my mom’s head! J Senior Missy Davis IN PREPARATION for her talent, senior Amber Smith receives make up assistance from Mrs. Ann Hasty, one of the pageant committee members. Amber sang “Daddy’s Hands” for her talent presentation. Photo by Karen Cronin. ONE STEP CLOSER to the honor of first runner-up, senior Jammie Pielak performs the monologue “The Driving Lesson.” With two and a quarter years of drama behind her, Jammie plans to minor in theatre at Michigan State University. Photo by Jeff Raymond. i'When I heard Carrie's name announced I was so surprised and so proud. Carrie's made me very proud to be her brother. J Sophomore Steve Mieske 1etl ui atl about it i I think I was more nervous than Kim was. As a member of the stage crew I was back there with her the whole time. J Junior Karla Dinsmoore 30 STUDENT LIFE u V That's ALL We Need ou’ve got to be kidding! Two months hard work and dedication for one night’s activities? But that’s just what eight Snoball contestants endured in preparation for their February 28 competition. Practices, which began on December 17, marked the beginning of a new relationship between the girls competing for the title of Miss Houghton Lake. Working with each other five hours a week only helped to strengthen this A SURPRISED Carrie Mieske, just named Miss Houghton Lake, receives her crown from Marie Miller, Miss Houghton Lake 1986. Carrie is the first senior in 17 years to earn honors as both homecoming queen and Miss Houghton Lake. Photo by Jeff Raymond. relationship. “Being in the pageant took a lot of hard work but the friends I’ve made through the competition and the excitement of it all made it worth it,” senior candidate Maria Ignat said. Emotions ran high not only for the candidates. “Going backstage to wish everyone good luck, I realized all the fun I had missed out on,” senior Randi Chidester said. Senior Carrie Mieske received not only the honor of Miss Houghton Lake but also that of Miss Congeniality, which the other seven candidates awarded her. “It was just an unbelievable night for me. When it was all over, I was totally exhausted. It didn’t really hit me until it was time for the opening number. We had all been through so much already,” Carrie said. Carrie also held the title of Homecoming Queen, the first senior jo hold both honors in 17 years. The other senior girls that competed for the title of Miss Houghton Lake included Melissa Davis, Maria Ignat, Kim Dinsmoore, Amber Smith, Tammy Winchel, Second Runner-up Jeneen Piche and First Runner-up Jammie Pielak. The theme “Rock Around the Clock” seemed fitting for the girls’ busy day. However, as the clock struck twelve, the newly elected queen’s dream wasn’t over; it had just begun. Jodie Ostrom KICKING OFF the 41st annual Miss Houghton Lake Pageant, the candidates (clockwise) Jammie Pielak, Jeneen Piche, Kim Dinsmoore, Amber Smith, Carrie Mieske, Maria Ignat, Tammy Winchel and Missy Davis dance to “Rock Around the Clock.” The opening number was choreographed by physical education teacher Mrs. Brenda Collins. Photo by Karen Cronin. FOR THE TALENT PORTION of the competition senior Jeneen Piche performs a pantomime to the music from “Pinnochio.” The talent presentation, worth a quarter of the 40 possible points, was performed for the public. Photo by Karen Cronin. SNOBALL -34 All in a day's work—and play O 1 4 It was great to see where my brother stayed when he was an exchange student. His host parents were older, in their late sixties, so it wasn't party all the time, but I had a good time. I went to Lake Tahoe and Yosemite National Park Junior Exchange Student Tapio Miettinen lell uA alt about it re you crazy! You left nice, calm Houghton Lake for gays, nuns and dizzy bleached blonds? To give students a break from their oh, so busy schedules, the administration created spring break for rest and relaxation. Some students did decide to stay in Houghton Lake and rest up, but spring breakers went everywhere from California tq Florida to Italy. California provided an interesting vacation spot for junior exchange student Tapio Meittenen and senior Mike Aho. “I’ve heard rumors about the gays in California but I was still shocked when I saw two guys getting their picture taken together while they were'kissing,” senior Mike Aho said. Mike visited his aunt and uncle in San Francisco while Tapio went to Northern California to visit the host parents of his older brother, a former exchange student. On the other side of the States in Daytona Beach, Florida, things went beyond interesting. “It was one great party. We partied all night and slept all day. There’s nothing like it! You haven’t partied until you’ve done so Daytona style,” senior Eric Bisballe said. Twenty-eight other Houghton Lake students hit the beach during break. On the other side of the ocean the beach didn’t look so inviting. “The men were terrible! Very dirty-minded and filthy. The city itself was filthy but the artwork and architecture were beautiful. Everything had a meaning. It was Hke reliving history,” senior Carrie Mieske said. Carrie stayed in San Vitterino, Italy, where she visited friends and traveled to Rome to sigthsee. In the meantime, 3,600 miles away from Rome, 1,600 miles away from San Francisco and 700 miles away from Daytona Beach sat more spring breakers at home. “It wasn’t a boring vacation like I expected. It was actually kind of nice. There were a few get- togethers throughout the week and I had a great time right here in Houghton Lake,” junior Rhonda Bradley said. Jodie Ostrom 32 STUDENT LIFE O Cl That's ALL We Need URROUNDED BY HER UGGAGE, senior Carrie Micskc aits to have her passport checked t the airport before departing for aly for spring break. Carrie left etroit for the 12 hour flight to ome where she stayed with Theresa Anderson, a friend from Houghton Lake who makes her home there. Though the city was rich in history, Carrie commented that it was the dirtiest place she'd visited. Photo by Bernar Mieske. EXHIBITING TYPICAL Florida behavior, seniors Jammie Pielak, Kim McEvers, Heidi French, Jodie Ostrom and Maria Ignat soak up some sun. The girls had to roll out of bed at eight in the morning so they could get chairs by the pool. Photo by Karen Cronin. TAKING A BREAK from the hot Daytona rays, senior Gary Bourdow quenches his thirst. Because Easter came so late, students waited and anticipated until April 17 but some seniors like Gary left as much as a week early. Photo by Karen Cronin. SPRING BREAK All in a day's work—and play eil usi alt about it 4 I think the memory glasses were a really good idea. It will give me something special to remember and I think they should do something like that every year. y Senior Karen Cronin 4 The only thing wrong with the prom was that we had to get up early the next day for a track meet, y Junior Tony Muma SHARING THE MOMENT, seniors Jane Cowdrey and Lisa Ianitelli blush after receiving the last of three wills from the junior and senior classes. Jane and Lisa took the heat for being inseparable friends. Photo by Karen Cronin. PHYSICIST OR PIGASIST became the question when physics teacher and pig farmer Mr. Jim Bischoff received an award of recognition from his third hour physics class. The award recognized Mr. Bischoff as “the great pigasist and his class as “his little piglets. Photo by Karen Cronin. STUDENT LIFE I I That's ALL We Need the prom will be on Saturday night. An average of 160 people attend the banquet each year, but that number fell to 111. Many students chose not to attend because their dates could not go. “I think having the prom and banquet on separate nights is a good idea because some people have dates that aren’t in the junior or senior class and can’t go to the banquet. If they have them on separate nights, you can spend one night with your friends and prom night can be spent going to dinner and dancing with your date,” senior Kelley Coberley said. The administration feels that having the banquet separate from the prom will solve two problems at one time. It will allow students to spend prom night with their dates even if they aren’t juniors or seniors, and it will minimize the number of parties by keeping outsiders away from the students. Jammie Pielak SPECIAL MOMENTS don’I come about without hard work so senior Kristin Dery and junior Josh Martin take time off school on Friday to finish decorating for the prom. Decorations included a castle and miniature hot air balloon. Photo by Carrie Mieske. Mr. Ron Szewczyk and the police. Mr. Szewczyk and Officer Dan Lauzon searched six of the ten rooms and found four contained alcohol. As a result of the searches, they acquired enough alcohol to fill the trunk of the police car, not including the empties which totaled three times what they confiscated. Some students involved were asked to leave immediately and others were called to the office Monday morning to talk with Mr. Szewczyk. In an attempt to cut down on the number of prom night parties, Mr. Szewczyk decided to move next year’s junior-senior prom to the Playhouse. “Having the prom in a public place allowed too many outsiders to get involved with our students which made it easier for them to drink,” Mr. Szewczyk explained. Although the prom will be moved, the banquet will remain at the Holiday Inn. However, the banquet will be held Friday night and , rom night ended J-yl early for the few J students who attempted to define fun in their own way. These students felt that just attending the banquet and prom at the Holiday Inn on May 1 just wasn’t enough. “I got a room at the Holiday Inn because there were a lot of other people getting rooms and I thought it would be great to spend time with my friends and it would make the night last a lot longer,” junior Evie Breedlove said. So to make their evening longer, more memorable and easier to celebrate, high school students rented a total of 10 rooms at the Holiday Inn. But by 11:00 p.m. complaints from neighboring rooms forced the manager to request the assistance of both Principal STANDING IN EMBARRASSMENT, senior Maria Ignat grins and bears it as she receives a dubious honor at the junior-senior banquet. Maria was elected class clown in senior mock elections. Photo by Evie Breedlove. JR.-SR. PROM AND BANQUET 3g. All in a day's work—and play ' '-,«;i A '. c-v c.x - y- j.-; ■ i rw'-. 1 .v a. arents: you can’t live with them and you can’t live without them. What do you do? Put up with them. “Every once in a while my mother and I go out and she always embarrasses me. One time that stands out is when she started yelling at me, in public, about not picking up my dirty underwear at home. Then we were ready to leave, she slapped my butt and said, ‘Okay, let’s go’,” senior Brian Biskner said. According to teens, it seems parents always do or say the wrong thing at the wrong time. “I was at a basketball game talking to an upperclassmen. We were sitting at the top of the bleachers and my dad yelled from the bottom, ‘Hey, you on the water skis.’ Everyone turned around and stared at me,” sophomore Jon Cohee said. Sometimes it’s not what parents say or do, it’s just the situation they place you in. “My mom and I were shopping for bras and underwear and while checking out we stood behind a good looking guy. I was embarrassed because I really don’t like shopping for that stuff and having a guy know made it worse,” sophomore Cheri Pace said. It never fails; when friends arrive, parents break out the baby pictures and the ‘remember when’ stories. “When my friends come over my did tells them that he used to have six brothers until they ate one. The sad thing is that I used to believe that story,” sophomore Kristi Ackley said. Parents are the people who are supposed to guide you through your growing up days. But parents—you just can’t take them anywhere. Maria Ignat 36 STUDENT LIFE That's ALL We Need A SURPRISE VISIT from Mom on Halloween turned out to be quite an embarrassing experience for junior Ida Ix w. “My mom loves to embarrass me. She came to school to show me her costume and embarrass me in the process, Ida said. Photo by Terry Howell. GIVING SUPPORT to the varsity softball team, Mrs. Calkins, mother of sophomore Gabby Calkins, and Mrs. Wrzesinski, mother of senior Kellie Stevens, cheer on the girls. Getting carried away at games and yelling at their children was just one way parents embarrassed their children. Photo by Carrie Mieske. STUDENTS FOUND IT embarrassing when their parents showed up at special events to take pictures and graduation brought them out in large numbers. Mr. Bisballe, father of senior Eric Bisballe, stands among the crowd in the bleachers to catch Eric as he walks across the platform during the ceremony. Photo by Jeff Raymond. | lell ui all a uuU it i I was in Meijer’s and went to the restroom. When I came out, I had toilet paper hanging out the back of my pants and my parents didn’t tell me. y Freshman Mike Landon L I get embarrassed when my parents hang around when I’m with my friends and tell stories about me when I was a baby. ? Junior Bob Miller PARENT EMBARRASSMENTS 37 All in a day's work—and play CONGRATULATING HIS NIECE, Diane Archer's Uncle Bob Draper embraces her. Many of Diane's relatives came from the Flint area to watch her graduate and attend her open house after the ceremonies. Photo by Jeff Raymond. ---------_____________________________________________ t icuJU tecu uAdf jpsi uruxAicUn uiu i ree at last! The r'J trauma of being in educational jail for 13 years finally ended—for some. Some of those graduates planned to continue on to college, others would work, a few would do both, but no matter what the 124 graduates planned to do after high school, they all shared a similar bond: they all graduated from Houghton Lake High School on May 31, 1987. “I’m going up to Michigan Tech and I’ll be eight hours away from anything familiar. I just hope to stay in touch with my good friends while meeting new ones,” senior Kellie Stevens said. After many hours spent in Mr. Townsend’s government classes, Principal Ron Szewczyk got to know the seniors a little better. After hearing the same speech from Mr. Szewczyk for two years, seniors pleaded with him to find a new speech for the class, one that would fit only them, and that he did. “His speech fit our class like a glove. A lot of people thought it was negative and maybe it was, but maybe our class is, too,” senior Eric Cowles said. Mr. Szewczyk’s speech included a comparison to the recently buried rock in front of the school in that both the rock and the graduates had a lot of hidden potential. The gym then grew quiet except for a few sniffles as senior class president Carrie Mieske approached the stage to offically graduate the seniors with the changing of the tassel. “It didn’t really sink in that I was graduated until I picked up my tassel and changed it. It was such an awesome feeling, one I won’t ever forget,” senior Kevin Kowalski said. Jodie Ostrom DURING THE CEREMONY the graduating choir members join the rest of the choir for the musical 3S STUDENT LIFE That's ALL We Need performance. Senior Julie Peters has been a choir member for four years. Photo by Jeff Raymond. 7ell uA. all oMoul U i Graduating was like being set free forever. I can do whatever I want now but I plan on attending Western in the fall. J Senior Keith Keller i I thought Mr. Szewczyk’s speech was bad because he built it up to us in class and when he gave it, it was a real letdown. J Senior David Deamud AFrER THE GRADUATION ceremony, senior Kelley Coberley receives a hug from senior Becky Burdine. Seniors and relatives congregated in the hallway outside the gym and in the office to share congratulations after the 2:00 p.m. ceremony. Photo by Evie Breedlove. RECEIVING HER DIPLOMA in the office from Counselor Mrs. Marge Benjamin, senior Leslie Wyman cracks a smile. The actual diplomas are not given out to seniors until after the ceremony. Photo by Jeff Raymond. GRADUATION -39 All in a day's work—and play ere today, gone tomorrow! Just as the school blues begin to fade and the anticipation of summer builds, summer’s gone and the blues set in again. Three months of fun and nine months of work-it just doesn’t seem fair. “It always seems like there is so much to do during the summer, and as soon as I start doing stuff, the summer is over. I guess it’s true that time flies when you’re having fun,’’ sophomore Barbie Pawlica said. To make matters even worse, preparing for school meant that many students had to limit their fun and work during the summer. “I prepare myself for school by working as much as I can during the summer. I want to go to college in California so I have to have good grades. If I work and make as much money as I can during the summer, I can take time off during school to keep my grades up,’’ junior Brett Hoover said. But three months for summer flew by so soon. “Summer seems to go by so fast because all I do is work and when I finally get time to relax, school starts,’’ sophomore Beth Benjamin said. Then it’s bye bye, summer and hello, books. Jammie Pielak LETTING GO of high school worries, senior Steve Brimmer gets in on a game of horseshoes at senior Ed Zarzyski’s graduation open house. Seniors finished with school a week early, celebrating their freedom at a number of graduation parties on May 30 and 31. Photo by Carrie Mieske. STARTING THE SUMMER with a splash began with the senior trip to Cedar Point for senior Heidi Peshick, Nicole Gross and Kari Caster. Over 40 seniors caught the bus that departed at 2:00 a.m. Wednesday, June 3, and returned at 1:00 a.m. Thursday. Photo by Carrie Mieske. 1 4Q STUDENT LIFE That's ALL We Need GETTING A TASTE of summer, freshman Jodi Majszak enjoys a Dairy Queen on one of those hot June days. The Dairy Queen appeals to many summer vacationers since it’s located directly across from the Prudenville Beach. Photo by Evie Breedlove. 4 1 work at Carter’s most of the time but in my free time I play tennis and baseball. J Junior Bill Eno 4 The best part of summer is seeing your friends and going out. The worst part is when it ends. J Freshman Amy Ryzck 7'ell ui all about U SUMMER 4 1 All in a day's work—and play “X A U It was a great team effort. We played together as a team and everyone did his part in helping us win the football conference championship. 99 Senior Eric Cowles y U Everyone worked hard. I think we did well for our first year of volleyball, though. It was - tough because we had very little experience at an organized level. V Junior Laura Murray SPORTS That's ALL We Need 142 wins 121 losses 10,302 points scored 266 athletes All these figures for 17 freshman, junior varsity and varsity athletic teams in Houghton Lake High School. Flip through the next 32 pages and read about the highs of the varsity football and varsity girls basketball championship seasons as well as the lows of yet another varsity boys basketball losing record. Also see how high sports rank on our list of priorities, the new team trainer, plus the new volleyball teams and flag corps. ■ So check out our sports section and see how our teams shoot for all the marbles. On the sidelines, junior Scott Sullivan '?’ (25) and sophomore Jon Cohee (9) celebrate with a high five during the final regular season game played at Roscommon. The Bobcats beat Roscommon 16-6 to take the Jackpine Championship from the archrival Bucks. For more information on varsity football’s championship season, see pages 44- 45. Photo by Karen Cronin. SPORTS DIVISION 43 All the marbles Preparing for the dual track meet at Clare, junior Shanon Blankenship receives last-minute instructions from her father. Assistant Track Coach Mr. John Blankenship. Shanon set records throughout the season in the 100 meter intermediate hurdles, high jump and 300 meter low hurdles. For more track action, see pages 68-69. Photo by Carrie Mieske. Stopped Short Unexpected season earns Bobcats a Jackpine Championship and trip to the playoffs anew assistant coach, a team with sophomores and juniors dominating the roster, and only five returning starters from a 5-4 season caused some doubts about the outcome of the varsity football season. “When the season started I didn’t think we’d have as good a season as we did. I thought the team was fairly inexperienced, and you never know how the players will work together,” Head Coach Mr. John Blankenship Houghton take fans hold banners as senior Jeff Thompson (21) leads the Bobcats out on the field at the Roscommon game on November 1. The outcome would decide both the conference championship and who would go to the playoffs. The Bobcats won before an estimated crowd of 3000 fans. Photo by Evie Breedlove. said. But after an opening shutout of Lake City, 21-0 and a 27-12 loss to Tawas, the Bobcats went on to win their final seven games to erase all previous doubts. Their 8-1 record overall, 7-0 in conference play, earned them a Jackpine Conference Champi- onship and a trip to the playoffs. “It was satisfying when we beat Roscommon because they are our arch rivals. Going to the playoffs was our goal from the beginning,” senior quarterback Gary Bourdow said. The victory at Roscommon moved Houghton Lake into second place in Region 4 of the Class C state playoff rankings, enabling the Bobcats to trav- el to Newberry to take on the Nagaunee Miners, November 8. The Bobcats first playoff game in six years ended in defeat, 0-28. “I was really surprised that we made it to the playoffs, especially since no one expected us to. I was disappointed when we lost, but overall the season was very successful,” sen- ior Jim O’Toole said. Players who received all-conference recognition for their performances during the season included senior Jim O’Toole, junior Mark Williams, junior Dan Smith, and junior Sheridan Cole. Kim Wirick Leading the team with 129 tackles, senior Jim O’Toole (86) along with the rest of the Bobcat defense, stops the Nauganee Miners. The Bobcats lost to the Miners 0-28 in the district playoff game November 8, in Newberry. Photo by Karen Cronin. While the Bobcat defense takes the field. Head Coach Mr. John Blankenship gets a chance to talk to senior Gary Bourdow and junior Mark Williams. Bourdow received an honorable mention and Williams was named first team all- conference. Photo by Jeff Raymond. 4 1 SPORTS 1 1 That's ALL We Need As sophomore Chris Pappas (23) tries to sneak by the Clare defense, senior Jeff Thompson (21) helps out by blocking Pioneer senior Eric Simon (52). Pappas led the Bobcats in rushing with 872 yards. Photo by Karen Cronin. MOV ES VARSITY FOOTBALL HL 21 Lake City 0 12 Tawas 27 16 Farwell 0 14 Beaverton 12 13 Meridian 11 14 Harrison 6 14 Coleman 6 27 Clare 14 16 Roscommon 6 OVERALL RECORD: 8-1 CONFERENCE RECORD: 7-0 CONFERENCE STANDING: 1 VARSITY FOOTBALL: Front Row: |im O'Toole, Sheridan Cole, Scott Myers, Pat O'Neil, left Sherwood, Jeff Thompson, Gary Bourdow, Eric Bisballe. Second Row: Scott Sullivan, Tapio Miettinen, Jeff Roza, Chris Pappas, Brad Gruber, David Bowman, Steve Fagerlie. Back Row: Alan Burns, Steve Maass, Brian Morgan, Pete O'Toole, Dan Smith, Dave Melloh, Tom Blanchard, Tony Muma. VARSITY FOOTBALL All the marbles Breaking Away Bobcats rally to win last game and a share of conference title It’s amazing what a little sopho- more leadership and a lot of teamwork can do. For the j.v. football team these elements meant its second consecutive Jackpine Confer- ence Championship. “At the beginning of the season we had very little teamwork. I thought we would have a losing record. As the season progressed, the sophomore lea- dership took effect and we started to play like a team. When we won the Roscommon game and became confer- ence champs it was that much more exciting because our team came a long way and improved so much,” sophomore Jon Cohee said. Not bad for a team that would be lucky to finish above .500, according On the sidelines. Assistant Coach Mr. Ken Warner listens for instructions from the booth to call the next play. Behind Mr. Warner the Bobcats defense held their opponents to 87 points. Photo by Carrie Mieske. Around the end, freshman Bill Johnson (32) avoids a Lake City defender with help from sopho- more Calvin Caster (82). The Bobcats defeated Lake City in the first game of the season, on their way to a 7-2 record. Photo by Carrie Mieske. SPORTS That's ALL We Need to its coaches. “If someone asked me at the beginning of the year, I would have said we would be 5-4 if we had a good season,” Defensive Coach Mr. Ken Warner said. After winning their first three con- ference games, the Bobcats lost to Harrison in their first home game of the season. The j.v. Bobcats regrouped to win their final three games. In the final game they beat Roscommon to earn a share of the conference title along with Harrison and Roscommon, each compiling 6-1 conference records. “I didn’t think we would come close to a conference championship at the beginning of the year, but we started winning games and our confidence started to build. By the time the Roscommon game came along, I knew we had a good chance of winning, even though we were the underdogs,” freshman Joel Noerr said. Sophomore Jon Cohee quarterbacked the Bobcat offense and completed 57 percent of his passes for 631 yards. Sophomore Greg Smith carried the bulk of the rushing chores, gaining 690 yards. The defense held opponents to 87 points, less than half the 224 points scored by the Bobcats. Sophomore co- captain Ron Wiggins led the defense in tackles with 104. Andy Hejka doming down with the ball, sophomore Jim Schneider (82) gains enough for a first down igainst Harrison, their only conference loss of the season. Schneider led the Bobcats in receiv- ing with 404 yards. Photo by Jeff Raymond. J.V. FOOTBALL HL 28 Lake City 12 6 Tawas 8 30 Farwell 0 22 Beaverton 8 32 Meridian 12 14 Harrison 21 38 Coleman 0 30 Clare 14 24 Roscommon 12 OVERALL RECORD: 7-2 CONFERENCE RECORD: 6-1 CONFERENCE STANDING: 1 (tie) All the marbles J.V. FOOTBALL J.V. FOOTBALL: Front Row: Denny Ratliff, Brian Crystal, Shawn Sullivan, Rick Ancel, Corey Hacker, Greg Smith, Darin Lillie, Ron Wiggins, Jon Cohee. Jim Schneider, Jason Mooney, Calvin Caster, Tom VanWormer, Barry Phil- lips. Second Row: Bud Meier, Greg Beauchamp, Tyler Hasty, Brian Colby, Billy Johnson, Scott Miles, Colin Quiney, Joel Neorr, Jason Ripke, Jim Meigs, Russ Sperry, Mike Ostrom, Dan Lauzon. Back Row: Eric Tiepel, Jeff Ba- ker, Eric Chorely, Steve Sherwood, Bri- an Christensen Not Pictured: Mike Dankert, Tim Greene, David Eddy, Tom Branam, Mike Landon, Scott Grove. VARSITY GOLF HL 175 176 176 174 178 178 182 164 174 162 174 189 172 172 173 Fairview Tawas Roscommon Gladwin Fairview West Branch Roscommon Clare Gladwin Clare Tawas West Branch Sacred Heart Standish Roscommon OVERALL RECORD: 13-2 VARSITY AND J.V. GOLF: Front Row: Steve Mieske, Ken Miegs, Randy Stevenson,Andy Hejka, Jason Brown. Dan Draper Back Row: Coach Pete Javoroski, Dan Forman, Dale Leatch, Cory Czada, Mike Burgis. SPORTS That's ALL We Need The Hole Story Bobcats dominate the greens to capture second consecutive championship the golf team won what?” “Why didn’t I hear about it?” These questions arose because eight out of ten students didn‘t know how the Bobcat golf team finished the sea- son. Why? “I think it would be too boring for someone to watch a person hit a little ball around the golf course,” senior Keith Keller said. Unknown to the majority of stu- dents, the Bobcats won the regional On the ninth hole of practice at White Deer Country Club, senior Ken Meigs sinks a putt for par. Meigs, the only team member to participate in four consecutive state tournaments, led the team in individual scoring with a 36 on nine holes. Photo by Carrie Mieske. Attempting to qualify for the upcoming varsity match, junior Jason Brown tries to sink a putt for par on the second hole of practice. The varsi- ty took the five golfers with the best scores dur- ing practice to the next meet. Photo by Carrie Mieske. championship for the second consecu- tive year, led by senior Ken Meigs’ medalist performance of 80 and soph- omore Steve Mieske’s runner-up score of 81. The varsity team, coached by Mr. Pete Javoroski, participated in 15 matches during the season. Meigs and Mieske, who compiled averages of 41.5 and 42.3 respectively, led the varsity team to a 13-2 record. Winning the regionals qualified Houghton Lake for participation in the state tournament in Parma, Michigan, on October 17. The team placed 17 out of 21 teams. “We could have done better if we would have played the course ahead of time,” sen- ior Ken Meigs said. Houghton Lake has qualified for the state tournament for the past four years. The junior varsity team compiled a 5-1 record for the season. “For the short schedule of the j.v. team, I was happy in their play,” Coach Mr. Pete Javoroski said. Senior Dan Draper and junior Dan Forman received their letters after qualifying for varsity play. The j.v. team consisted of players who did not qualify for varsity during weekly practice. Senior Ken Meigs scored a 36 on nine holes for the lowest individual score of the varsity season and the team scored a low of 162 against Clare. Meigs received nine medals and sophomore Steve Mieske received five in regular season play. So why didn’t more students know about their success? “Golf is overlooked by students because foot- ball takes place at the same time dur- ing the year and football is more popular to the student body,” senior Brent Barkway explained. Ed Zarzyski During practice on the sixth hole, senior Andy Hejka lays down in disgust after a poor drive. The golf team practiced from 3:30 until approximately 5:30 during the week. Photo by Carrie Mieske. After hitting an approach shot to the tenth green, sophomore Steve Mieske walks on to attempt his par putt. During this practice all team members had the opportunity to qualify for varsity play in the upcoming match. Photo by Carrie Mieske. J.V. AND VARSITY GOLF 49 All the marbles l J In Charge Team takes control to capture unexpected championship after losing three all-conference players to graduation, the girls varsity basketball team didn’t know what to expect from the coming season. As it turned out, they exceed- ed all expectations by winning the dis- trict championship for the first time in Houghton Lake history. “It was shaky in the beginning, because we only had two seniors, but with teamwork I knew we could have a good season,” junior Sara Woodwyk said. The team had two remaining all- conference stars. Senior Maria Ignat at 6’ 1” led the team in rebounds, and junior Missy Shipp led the team in scoring with 338 points for the sea- son. Both players received all-confer- ence recognition for the second year in a row, along with first-year recipients juniors Shanon Blankenship and Becky Phelps. The entire team combined their ef- fort to post their second consecutive winning season. In conference play the Bobcats lost only to first-place Sanford-Meridian twice and Beaverton once, placing them second in the Jackpine Conference. Comprised of 80 percent juniors, the team’s performance in close games proved surprising, according to first year coach, Mr. Chuck Mercer. Of the nine games decided by five points or less, the Bobcats won six. “Coach Mercer brought intensity to the team, but with a relaxed atmosphere that helped us in the close games,” junior Missy Shipp explained. Coach Mercer moved up to the var- sity level to guide the team to the dis- trict championship as they defeated arch-rival Roscommon, 26-25, Grayling, 34-29 and Harrison, 35-28. The championship earned them a berth in the regional tournament where the undefeated Evart Wildcats turned them back, 56-65. “Because we were so young I think the season came as a surprise to ev- eryone, even us,” junior Shanon Blankenship said. Surprise or not, the Bobcats pulled together to become Houghton Lake’s all-time first district champion girls varsity basketball team. Jim O’Toole The trap is set as juniors Shanon Blankenship (13) and Sara Woodwyk (43) attempt to box in Grayling's Cheri Trudgeon (21). The Bobcats went on to defeat Grayling 34-29 enroute to the district tournament with Harrison. Photo by Jeff Raymond. Breaking to the open area, senior Maria Ignat (22) attempts to get free during an inbounds play against Harrison. Photo by Carrie Mieskc. h raw SPORTS vJ That's ALL We Need With support from the rest of the Bobcats, sen- ior Maria Ignat and junior Karla Dinsmoore perform the ceremony of cutting down the net after winning the district championship in Tawas. The Bobcats first-ever championship came as a result of a 38-34 victory over Harri- son. Photo by Carrie Mieske. Springing the trap, Bobcat defenders put an end to any ideas that Evart’s Terri Trowbridge (34) had. The Bobcats came within four points with two minutes left but lost 58-65 in the first round of the regional tournament. Photo by Jeff Raymond. MOVES V 'ARSITY GIRLS BASKETBALL HL 46 Grayling 42 43 Kalkaska 47 50 Coleman 37 39 Clare 24 50 Farwell 21 47 Roscommon 35 46 Beaverton 45 34 McBain 40 43 Meridian 61 48 Harrison 40 54 Coleman 40 44 Farwell 27 71 Clare 30 52 Kalkaska 28 53 Roscommon 52 40 McBain 52 33 Beaverton 48 46 Grayling 48 37 Meridian 38 45 Harrison 31 OVERALL RECORD: 13-7 CONFERENCE RECORD: 11-2 CONFERENCE STANDING: 2 VARSITY GIRLS BASKETBALL: Front Row: Karla Dinsmoore, Sara Woodwyk. Second Row: Lylenette Canfield, Maria Ignat, Missy Shipp, Kara Wilson, Michelle Dusseau. Back Row: Coach Chuck Mercer, Becky Phelps, Shanon Blankenship. VARSITY GIRLS BASKETBALL All the marbles MOVES J.V. GIRLS BASKETBALL HL 32 Grayling 40 34 Kalkaska 36 36 Coleman 34 43 Clare 42 33 Farwell 16 41 Roscommon 40 25 Beaverton 21 24 McBain 29 41 Meridian 20 28 Harrison 41 50 Coleman 46 34 Farwell 30 37 Clare 28 29 Kalkaska 33 28 Roscommon 39 37 McBain 40 31 Beaverton 25 29 Grayling 46 30 Meridian 34 49 Harrison OVERALL RECORD: 11-9 CONFERENCE RECORD: 11-3 CONFERENCE STANDING: 2 33 In an attempt to stop the Gladwin freshmen from scoring, freshman Kathy Bechill (35) passes the ball to teammate freshman Stacy Thompson. The 28-24 win was one of four for the freshmen. Photo by Carrie Mieske. FRESHMAN GIRLS BASKETBALL: Front Row: Manager Mike Syska, D'Arcy Ayers, Kim Wirick, Kari Markey Second Row: Coach Jerry Lane, Deanne Bowman, Stacy Thompson, Kathy. Bechill. J.V. GIRLS BASKETBALL: Front Row: Debbie Blodgett, Gabby Calkins, Kathy Mercer, Jennifer Porath Second Row: Caren Wilson, Shari Eckstorm, Coac h Jerry Lane, Stephanie Parrot, Dee Dee Johnson, Greta Soderman. FRESHMAN GIRLS BASKETBALL HL 35 Tawas 36 53 Pine River 25 27 Gladwin 23 25 Pine River 23 19 Ogemaw Heights 26 24 Cadillac 42 26 Standish-Sterfing 33 31 Tawas 43 46 Gladwin 29 43 Cadillac 59 13 Standish 26 37 Ogemaw Heights 40 OVERALL RECORD: 4-8 ro SPORTS I tli That's ALL We Need On Guard Experience becomes key factor in seasons’ records. experience. There is no substi- tute. For the j.v. girls basket- ball team, it was the main element needed for a winning season. “We finished 11-9 overall but sec- ond in the conference at 11-3. I think the fact that we had played together for one year and we knew more about each other helped more than anything. During halftime of the Tawas game. Head Coach Mr. Jerry Lane diagrams a play for the freshman girls basketball team. The Bobcats couldn't pull this one out, though, losing 31- 43. Photo by Evie Breedlove. Also, Mr. Lane kept us from getting too relaxed during the season so we had to sacrifice a little of our fun in order to win,” said j.v. basketball player sophomore Kristie Ackley said. Coach Mr. Jerry Lane doubled as freshman girls basketball coach. Ac- cording to players, their inexperience helped account for the 4-8 record freshman. “We only had six players but Mr. Lane was so busy coaching two teams that we didn’t get the individual at- tention we needed as freshmen,” freshman basketball player Kathy Bechill said. Strong points included “good shooting ability and defense,” according to Kathy. For Coach Lane, his new position had both plusses and minuses. “I missed coaching at the varsity level. On this j.v. and freshman team, though, there is more of an emphasis on coaching,” Mr. Lane said. With the same coach, experience became the determining factor for the j.v. and freshman teams. Vince Brown After Clare scores, sophomore Gabby Calkins (IS) inbounds the ball to take the j.v. game back into play. Gabby made the winning freethrow shot during overtime to gain a 43-42 victory. Photo by Carrie Mieske. Setting up in her defensive stance, sophomore Kathie Mercer (25) prepares to defend the basket against Gladwin's Jeanine Truse (31). The j.v. Bobcats lost the contest 24-29. Photo by Carrie Mieske. FRESHMAN AND J.V. GIRLS BASKETBALL rq All the marbles LJO Booked Up Time limits force students to establish priorities ime. There never seems to be enough of it. With time at a premium, we are forced to establish priorities. In Houghton Lake sports came first for many. “Sports is my first priority. Even though it should come after my family and homework, it doesn’t. I spend probably 13 hours a week cheering and probably only two hours a week studying and even less time is spent with my family,” senior cheer- leader Nicole Gross said. The majority of athletes shared this attitude towards priorities. A survey taken of 50 student-athletes showed that they spent an average of three hours a day participating in sports and only half that much studying daily. “I spend most of my time As if participating in sports and keeping good grades isn't enough, senior Jeff Thompson takes on the responibility of meeting the National Honor Society requirements of 15 hours of com- munity service, some of which are spent at King's Nursing Home. Jeff visits with one of the residents at the Halloween party hosted by NHS members. Photo by Carrie Mieske. participating in sports because after high school I won’t be able to do it any more. After graduation I’ll be at- tending college and will be working most of my spare time,” junior Mitzie Guldner said. Finding time for that extra bit of fun caused others to shorten the time spent on basic priorities. “I always end up eating alone because by the time I get home from practice my family has already had their dinner, but I think sports gives me more time to spend with my friends before I graduate,” senior Gary Bourdow said. “Sports has been my number one priority for the last four years. I’ve al- ways scheduled my job and other things around my football schedule,” senior Scott Maass concluded. Jammie Pielak Jumping into track season means less study time for sophomore Eric Noonan. During the season track members practiced nightly in addition to attending meets. Some meets required leaving early from afternoon classes and giving up Satur- days, making maintaining grades that much harder. Photo by Evie Breedlove. RA SPORTS 1 That's ALL We Need Placing sports as a priority paid off for junior Becky Phelps and her teammates on the varsity girls basketball team as they defeated Harrison to win the district championship. Counting tour- nament play, the girls season ran for three months. Photo by Carrie Mieske. Priorities geared towards spirit prompt parents as they show their Bobcat pride. Football be- came the number one priority for players, cheer- leaders and fans during the November 1 champi- onship game against arch-rival Roscommon. Photo by Karen Cronin. PRIORITIES All the marbles Under Fire New coach leads Bobcats to tenth consecutive three coaches in three years, plus losing five players during the season contributed to yet another losing leason for the Bobcat varsity basketball program. “I’ve been on the team three years and each year we’ve had a different coach. It was hard to change to each new coaching style,” senior Jim O’Toole said. Two senior starters sat out the first four games for disciplinary reasons, Before the Roscommon basketball game. Varsity Head Coach Mr. Jim Schneider, along with As- sistant Coach Mr. Ken Warner, explains last- minute strategies to the Bobcats. The Bobcats lost the contest, 61-72, to their arch-rival, the Roscommon Bucks. Photo by Jeff Raymond. losing season and the Bobcats lost all four games. The Bobcats first win came against Coleman with the full roster playing. By mid-season the Bobcats were 2-8 when two starters quit. Two more fol- lowed a couple games later. “The sea- son was bad enough, but it was impossible when the line-up was changed almost every game,” junior Cory Czada said. Two two-game winning streaks helped them to place seventh in the conference, four games in front of Around the pick set by junior Vince Brown (12), senior Jeff Thompson (20) drives to the basket. One of only three seniors who remained on the team, Jeff finished the season with 142 points. Photo by Karen Cronin. Meridian. “I know we were as good or better than all the teams in our conference. We had some great indivi- dual efforts but we hardly ever played like a team,” senior Eric Cowles said. Junior Jason Brown led all scorers with 264 points followed closely by senior Jim O’Toole with 256 and ju- nior Cory Czada with 251 points. The only consistency in the season seemed to be another losing record. Andy Hejka In the air, junior Jason Brown (30) ducks under Grayling's senior Kevin Bacon (24) for another two points. Jason led the team in scoring with 264 points. Photo by Karen Cronin. SPORTS 1 oU That's ALL We Need VARSITY BASKETBALL HL 88 Lake City 100 54 Harrison 68 65 Clare 71 60 Roscommon 83 58 Coleman 48 79 Farwell 81 64 Standish 78 45 Beaverton 59 73 Grayling 80 69 Meridian 55 73 Lake City 59 64 Harrison 66 58 Clare 82 61 Roscommon 72 72 Coleman 77 75 Standish 72 85 Farwell 74 65 Grayling 74 51 Beaverton 56 67 Meridian 57 OVERALL RECORD: 6-14 CONFERENCE RECORD: 4-10 CONFERENCE STANDING: 7 VARSITY BASKETBALL: Front Row: Bobby Miller, Ken Horigan, Dave Melloh, )ason Brown, )oe Loiacano, Jeff Thompson Back Row: Ron Wiggins, Vince Brown, Jim Schneider, Jim O'Toole, Cory Czada, Eric Cowles, Coach Jim Schneider. VARSITY BOYS BASKETBALL All the marbles mm MOVES J.V. BOYS BASKETBALL HL 63 Lake City 51 49 Harrison 51 62 Clare 47 41 Roscommon 51 49 Coleman 48 44 Farwell 59 64 Standish 59 75 Beaverton 71 81 Grayling 51 63 Meridian 44 68 Lake City 53 53 Harrison 49 50 Clare 41 49 Roscommon 61 52 Coleman 43 63 Standish 62 65 Farwell 60 73 Grayling 46 64 Beaverton 55 54 Meridian 65 OVERALL RECORD: 15-5 CONFERENCE RECORD: M CONFERENCE STANDING: 2 (tie) J.V. BASKETBALL: Front Row: Manager Kenny Warner, Kevin Howard Shawn Sullivan, lason Mooney, Cory Hacker, Manager Scott Powell Back Row: Randy Stevenson, Brad Stuck, Dan Smith, Kurt Bisballe, Darin Lillie, Bud Meier, Coach Ken Warner. FRESHMAN BOYS BASKETBALL HL 39 West Branch 46 51 Pine River 44 41 Standish 50 29 Beaverton 47 53 Clare 40 54 Clare 37 46 Pine River 49 63 Farwell 58 49 Roscommon 27 39 West Branch 45 49 Roscommon 39 50 Alcona 45 33 Beaverton 57 47 Alcona 43 61 Farwell 64 62 Standish 72 OVERALL RECORD: 9-7 On the drive for the basket, sophomore Shawn Sullivan played a part in the defeat against Grayling with two points and three rebounds. The j.v.’s won the game, 73-46. Photo by Karen Cronin. FRESHMAN BOYS BASKETBALL: Front Row: Tyler Hasty, Brian Christensen, Jim Meigs, Mike Ostrom, Matt Bailey, Mike McNeil. Back Row: Brian Colby, Joe Rhoton, Joel Noerr, Pat Sluck, Tim Malcolmson, Matt Walsh, Jim Maurer. Time Element Experience provides key to victory w W W p en it comes to basketball, eight years of coaching ex- perience can make quite a difference. The freshman team, coached by first-year Coach Mr. Doug Rykman, went 9-7. “I think our coach was fair- ly inexperienced. He knew a lot about basketball, but he just didn't teach us right. We screwed around a lot and he Trying to beat the jump, freshman Pat Sluck (21) bounds into the air against Ogemaw's Rob Colone (25). Houghton Lake lost the contest despite Pat’s 14 points. Photo by Tern- Howell. never yelled at us,” freshman Matt Bailey said. The freshman team, led by Pat Sluck with 130 points, played a predominantly non-conference season. “I didn’t think we had that bad of a season considering Mr. Rykman was a first-year coach. If our players would have been more serious, we might have done better,” freshman Jim Maurer said. The j.v., coached by Mr. Ken Warner who had nine years of coach- ing experience, had a 15-5 season. “The coaching was good. Mr. Warner was very dedicated. He helped us work together and play as a team,” sophomore Kurt Bisballe said. The j.v. season ended 9-4 in confer- ence play, leaving them second in the conference. Kurt Bisballe led the j.v. team in points and rebounds. Kurt had 248 points and 223 rebounds when he moved to the varsity squad. “I think team ability is part of a winning season, but a good exper- ienced coach can make a difference,” sophomore Bud Meier said. Kim Wirick Jumping up for two more, sophomore Ron Wiggins (31) bounds over the pack. Wiggins moved up to varsity halfway through the season. Photo by Evie Breedlove. Although they lost their final game, the Bobcats still had a 9-7 freshman season. Coach Rykman gives players Mike Ostrom, Brian Colby, Matt Walsh and Tyler Hasty instructions in the contest with Alcona. The Bobcats won the contest, 50-45. Photo by Terry Howell. FRESHMAN AND J.V. BOYS BASKETBALL All the marbles Net Profits Introduction of volleyball provides learning experience few of the new buzz words in winter athletics. These terms, as well as increased participation in sports, came about with the addition of volleyball to the winter sports schedule. Volleyball replaced gymnastics on the sports schedule. “When we found we only had two participants in gymnastics, we decided to re-evaluate our sports offerings,” Athletic Direc- tor Mr. Dick Brown said. When vol- leyball was offered, 80 girls signed up for the sport. The team was eventually cut to 30 participants. “We did a lot better than anyone ever expected. We learned a lot and we’ll do better next year,” sophomore Kathc Mercer said. The Bobcats started off the year one of four new teams to enter the volleyball league and finished first among the newcomers. “We were told we would be lucky if we won one game and we turned around and won five,” Junior Varsity Coach Mrs. Barbara Bowman said. The j.v. team finished the season with a 5-7 record, one better than the var- sity’s 4-8 record. “Volleyball was a lot of fun for ev- eryone. I wish we had had a volley- ball team a few years ago for the peo- ple that enjoy the sport,” senior captain Theresa Jammer said. Chris Walsh Despite losing their first match of the season to Meridian two games to none, freshmen Kathy Kahriman (16) and Jammie Medbery (14) cele- brate a victory in the third game. Unfortunately, this win wouldn’t show on their record since it was just a practice game following the match. Photo by Karen Cronin. After an opening game victory against Beaverton at the February 25 Parents’ Night match, the varsity volleyball team receives a few last-minute instructions from Coach Mrs. Jean Kramer. The Bobcats went on to beat Beaverton and sweep the series four games to none. Photo by Carrie Mieske. In pre-game warm-ups, freshman Kara Markey (30) attempts a spike against sophomore Jenni- fer Porath (12) before the j.v. contest against Coleman. Kara scored two of the 10 points in a losing effort for the Bobcats. Photo by Terry Howell. 60 SPORTS I V V That's ALL We Need VARSITY VOLLEYBALL: Front Row: Marci Low, Karen Eisenhart, Ellen Gifford, Theresa jammer, Laura Murray, Manager Tracy Pooley. Back Row: Michelle Dusseau, Kellie Stevens Karen Cronin, jane Cowdrey, Mary, Anne Porath, Kathe Mercer, Shannon Swider, Coach Jean Kramer. J.V. VOLLEYBALL: Front Row: Manager Tracy Pooley, Jammie Medbery, Kelli Deeley, Autumn Brown, Lisa Kowalski, Lea Holmes, Kim Tyson, Keda Bigford, Manager Heather Gillett. Back Row: Maria Murray, Kathy Kahriman, Diane Anderson, Jennifer Porath, Joanne Hutson, Kandi Markey, Kara Markey, Amy Southwell, Kim Zarzyski. VARSITY VOLLEYBALL HL 2 Meridian 15 3 15 1 Clare 15 13 15 10 Coleman 15 9 15 15 Roscommon 4 15 13 6 Farwell 15 8 15 15 Beaverton 9 15 6 10 Meridian 15 12 15 6 Clare 15 4 15 1 Coleman 15 3 15 15 Roscommon 9 15 12 15 Farwell 12 7 15 9 15 15 Beaverton 5 15 12 OVERALL RECORD: 4-10 CONFERENCE RECORD: 4-6 CONFERENCE STANDING: 5 J.V. VOLLEYBALL HL 8 Meridian 15 11 15 8 Clare 15 3 15 10 Coleman 15 1 15 15 Roscommon 4 7 15 15 1 4 Farwell 15 6 15 2 Beaverton 15 16 14 15 6 2 Meridian 15 15 9 13 15 7 Clare 15 12 15 5 Coleman 15 3 15 15 Roscommon 4 15 8 15 Farwell 11 12 15 15 12 15 Beaverton 5 15 2 OVERALL RECORD: 5-7 CONFERENCE RECORD: 5-9 CONFERENCE STANDING: 3 v. AND VARSITY VOLLEYBALL 61 All the marbles . Strutting her stuff, freshman Tiffanie Howell takes part in the dance routine the j.v. and varsi- ty girls basketball cheerleaders prepared for parents' night. The squads spent between a month and a month and a half preparing for the routine. Photo by Carrie Mieske. At the state cheerleading competition varsity cheerleaders junior Mitzie Guldner and senior Carrie Mieske finish one of their two competi- tive cheers. I'he squad finished 20th out of 184 schools at the February competition held at Central Michigan University. Photo by Karen Cronin. SPORTS That's ALL We Need Rah Rah Blahs Dispirited fans frustrate cheerleaders rah Rah Sis Boom Bah!” Bah, humbug, that is. What’s this? Bad spirit from a cheerleader, of all people? “I think people expect a lot from us. They want us to raise spirit and no one participates at pep-assemblies and a lot of people come late or leave early from the games. It’s our job to raise spirits, but we can’t work mir- acles,” junior Mitzie Guldner said. Besides cheering for games and holding an occasional pep assembly, a cheerleader put in additional hours. They attended an average of two practices a week, which lasted for two hours each, preparing for the games. “Cheerleading put in a lot more time than people think. We spend time on our cheers, but making signs, spirit tags, and getting ready for a pep assemblies consumes a lot of our time, too,” freshman Amy Widdis said. For all cheerleaders did, they found no way to measure how well they did. They didn’t win games or score points. Their ability could only be measured by crowd reaction. “When the crowd cheers with us, that’s like our reward. We feel good,” senior Jodie Ostrom said “But if there is no crowd reaction, it’s hard to keep going. Kim Wirick Wearing their Bobcat paws, senior Heidi French, along with seniors Randi Chidester and Carrie Mieske, performs for the crowd at the football game against Beaverton. The Bobcat paws, worn as an advertising promotion for the school store, cost $4.00. Photo by Karen Cronin. In unison, freshmen Nicole Afton and Lisa Kowalski cheer on the varsity girls basketball team in regional play. Because the number of cheerleading squads was cut from seven to six, the girls cheered for both the first half of the j.v. and varsity games. Photo by Karen Cronin. Cheerleading involved acting as well as enthusiasm when the cheerleaders performed skits for pep assemblies. Senior Jammie Pielak portrays the disc jockey of radio station WDEAD who interviewed junior Mitzie Guldner, playing Coach Blankenship, and senior Carrie Mieske, coffin spokesperson, at the homecoming pep assembly. Photo by Jeff Raymond. Practices involved more than preparing for games. Freshmen Amy W'iddis and Corie Seiler take time out from their after-school practice to make a sign to raise spirit for the j.v. football team. Photo by Carrie Mieske. CHEERLEADING All the marbles Read all about it! | New Coaches? Eight is Enough With the new school year, eight new coaches assumed their positions. In the fall sports program, Mr. Matt Prisk took over the assistant varsity football coaching job. The varsity team, under Head Coach Mr. John Blankenship and Mr. Prisk made the playoffs for the first time in six years. Mr. Chuck Mercer, science teacher, took over the girls varsity basketball head coaching job while . Mr. Jerry Lane took the junior varsity and freshman squads. Under Mr. Mercer the varsity won districts. During the winter sports program, four new coaches took positions, two with the introduction of girls volleyball into the program. Mrs. Jean Kramer, wife of teacher Mr. Jack Kramer, coached the varsity volleyball team while Mrs. Barb Bowman led the junior varsity team. Varsity boys basketball saw the 1986 freshman basketball coach Mr. Jim Schneider take over, while Mr. Doug Ryckman replaced Mr. Schneider at the freshman level. Spring sports continued the coaching revisions as Mr. John Blankenship took the assistant boys track team coaching job. Under Head Coach Mr. Byron Townsend and Mr. Blankenship, several members of the team went to the state meet. With eight coaching changes, people tended to expect a slow change, but with five of the eight posting .500 or better records, those changes were for the better. Waiting on the bench, senior Karen Cronin sits beside Varsity Volleyball Coach Mrs. Jean Kramer. The addition of volleyball to the winter sports program offered girls an alternative to cheerleading. Photo by Carrie Mieske. Help Where You Hurt Injuries: a fear for any athlete. In order to decrease that fear for area athletes, Cadillac Mercy Hospital started a program supplying area high schools with an athletic trainer one day a week. For Houghton Lake, Grayling, Roscommon and Cadillac High Schools, Mr. Tom Waurzyniak provided the services of team trainer. “Tom the Trainer,” as he was called, has been a certified athletic trainer for the past seven years. He came to our school at least every T uesday. “Basically I evaluate and monitor injuries. If rehabilitation can be done at school then we do it. Otherwise, I offer referrals to specialists,” Mr. Waurzyniak said. With a team trainer on hand, injuries won’t decrease, but expert help is more available than ever before. Vince Brown for Andy Hejka With head coach of the girls track team, Mr. Jim Johnson, Bobcat team trainer Mr. Tom Waurzynski discusses junior Shanon Blankenship's ankle injury. Tom was at the school every Tuesday to help injured Bobcat athletes throughout the athletic seasons. Photo by Carrie Mieske. SPORTS I U4! That's ALL We Need New Wave Movement j The privilege of being the first flag corp at Houghton Lake High School went to six girls who volunteered to perform with the marching band during football season. Started by band director Miss Sandy Slesinski, juniors Cindy Pacini, Karin Akin and Karla Dinsmoore, sophomores Angela Plackowski and Michelle Myers and freshman Keda Bigford, the flag girls, accompanied the marching band at home varsity football games, in the Tip-Up-Town parade, and they even journeyed to the football team’s playoff game at Newberry. Although the first six automatically made the team for their initial season, the process for selecting members will be on a tryout basis from now on. “Anyone that wanted to be on the flag corp could last year because there were only six of us who wanted to be. That had to change, though, and now we hold tryouts and take the top ten,” junior Cindy Pacini said. The flag corp, which started as a group of girls to perform with the band, has developed into a team of its own, working with the band as one group. Vince Brown for Andy Hejka At halftime of the varsity football season opener against take City, juniors Cindy Pacini and Karla Dinsmoore, freshman Keda Bigford and sophomore Michelle Myers perform a routine, accompanying the marching band. The first year group consisted of six flag girls. Photo by Jeff Raymond. Students, parents and visitors all received a new greeting with the completion of a $7,000 high school sign. Before the sign was finished, high school announcements had to be displayed on the old sign in front of the middle school. Photo by Evie Breedlove. Greetings] Welcome to Houghton Lake High School. That’s the greeting students and visitors saw as they entered the high school grounds in 1987. For the first time in ten years, since the move from the old high school location, the high school had its own sign for announcements. Instead of using the middle school’s sign, scheduled events could be placed on the multi-purpose sign at the entrance to the high school driveway. Announcements ranged from sporting, choir and band events to messages of congratulations to outstanding students. Mr. Kramer even had trivia questions on the sign for social studies students’ parents to call in and answer for prizes. At a cost of $7,000 to build the brick and wood sign, the welcome didn’t come cheap. Vince Brown for Andy Hejka CURRENT EVENTS All the marbles Taking their turn at running the concession stand. Booster Club members Mr. Charles Brown, Mrs. Linda Eckstorm and Mrs. Nancy Suzor sell snacks and refreshments to fans at halftime of Houghton Lake's only tournament basketball game. The Booster Club received all the proceeds from the concession stand and in turn donated 100 percent of the profits to the sports programs. Photo by Evie Breedlove. Along with team trainer lorn Waurzyniak, the football coaches wait to board the bus headed for their playoff game at Newberry . The bill for the chartered bus, nearly $1,200, was picked up by the Booster Club. Photo by Jeff Raymond. After receiving her track sweats, freshman Corey Seiler checks to see how they fit. Every two years, at an average cost of $920, the school pro- vides new suits. Photo by Evie Breedlove SPORTS That's ALL We Need Supporting Cast Costs exceed $55,000 to keep sports program on its feet noughton Lake found its own version of the six million dol- lar man: the $280 student athlete. In 1986, expenditures on the sports program totaled $56,000 with 200 participants. “The school spent $12,973.85 on equipment and uni- forms alone. With those kinds of figures it’s very difficult to keep with- in the budget we’re given,” Athletic Director Dick Brown said. ' Referees for home games and trips to away games added to the school’s athletic tab. For example, the trip to the playoffs in Newberry for the varsi- ty football team cost $2701.57. “It must have cost a bundle for the trip, Attending the Booster Club spaghetti dinner, ju- nior Charlie Foreman prepares to dig in. The club sponsored their third annual dinner at the Family Restaurant on April 8 to raise funds for athletics. Photo by Evie Breedlove. because we ate so much. Besides that we rented out the whole motel and bus for ourselves,” junior Brian Mor- gan said. Students’ personal investments to participate in sports ranged from $20 to $200. Sophomore Ron Wiggins found three sports a year to be a drain economically. “I spent $200 on shoes alone, not to mention all the money I could have made if I was working,” Ron said. The bill to partiepate in one sport a year added up for junior cheerleader Rhonda Bradley. “I don’t mind pay- ing the $30 for the shoes to cheer, be- cause I enjoy it. But I could be doing a lot of other things with my money,” Rhonda said. The money necessary to run the sports programs cannot be supplied through the funds set aside by the school, making other sources of revenue imperative. The Houghton Lake Bobcats Booster Club provided over $32,000 for the sports budget. “Each booster club member spent probably 50 hours a year working at dances, concession stands and things like the elementary basketball games. The money we made all went directly back into the sports program,” Booster Trustee Charlie Brown said. Although each athlete was valued at $280, different sports made more money than others. For example, the football team pulled in $7,039, while the baseball and golf teams didn’t make any money. Athletes earned the $56,000 spent on sports this year by putting in more than 30,000 hours of practice time. When figuired at an hourly rate, students made $1.86 an hour. Not quite the six million dollar man, but remember, sports are just for fun. Jim O’Toole In order for the new volleyball teams to get started, a volleyball net had to be purchased. Adding in the costs of kneepads, uniforms and balls, the initial expense for the sport exceeded $2,200. Photo by Evie Breedlove ATHLETIC COSTS All the marbles GIRLS TRACK HL 54 Oscoda 45 54 Pinconning 65 81 Pine River 47 68 Coleman 59 52 Farwell 72 57 Beaverton 71 86 Harrison 42 52 Clare 75 97 Meridian 31 83 Tawas 45 BOYS TRACK HL 109 Tawas 28 91 Roscommon 37 63 Pine River 74 115 Farwell 21 78 Coleman 59 65.5 Beaverton 72.5 82 Harrison 55 110.5 Meridian 26.5 62 Clare 75 55.5 Pinconning 54 55.5 Oscoda 51.5 102 Hale 68.5 102 Roscommon 56 102 Ogemaw Heights 11 OVERALL RECORD: 6-4 CONFERENCE RECORD: 3-3 CONFERENCE STANDING: 3 (tie) OVERALL RECORD: 11-3 CONFERENCE RECORD: 6-2 CONFERENCE STANDING: 3 BOYS TRACK: Front Row: Scott Shepherd, joe Elsholz, Bud Meier, Bryan Hamp, Chris Pappas, Rick Ancel, Tim Greene, lason Brown, Brian Christiansen, Mike Ostrom, Rick Forman. Second Row: Bob Miller, Eric Noonan, Barry Phillips, Scott Sullivan, Josh Martin, Tom Blanchard, Jeff Thompson, Tony Muma, Jason McKinley, Greg Citko, Eric Chorley, Terry Howell. Back Row: Coach By- ron Townsend, Dan Schroeder, Steve Sher- wood, Dave Bowman, Greg Smith, Brian Colby, Frank Newmyer, Jeff Sherwood, Bill j Couch, Greg Gardner, Colen Quiney, Assis- tant Coach John Blankenship Not Pictured: Brian Crystal, Tim Crystal, Joe Gonzalez. GIRLS TRACK: Front Row: Shaun Goss, Debbie Blodgett, Kim Dworzinski, Kelli Deeley, Autumn Brown, Lea Holmes, Cone Seiler. Second Row: Manager Kathy Amell, Nancy Rigling, Tina Sawyer, Kandi Markey, Kathy Kahriman, Kristie Ackley, Nicole Afton, Lylenette Canfield. Back Row: Coach Jim Johnson, Dee Dee Johnson, Shanon Blankenship, Jennifer Porath, Deanne Bowman, Kathe Mercer, Kris Deeley, Karla Dinsmoore, Kara Markey, Cindy Pacini, Kim Zarzyski. fift SPORTS That's ALL We Need Receiving the baton from junior Tom Blanchard, first-year trackster senior Bill Couch begins the third leg of the 440 relay. This relay team, which included sophomores Chris Pappas and Rick Ancel, made it to the state meet with a time of 45.5 seconds. Photo by Carrie Mieske. At the Ferris State Invitational, sophomore Kathe Mercer attempts to clear the bar in the high jump event. Kathe's jump of four feet, eight inches at Ferris was her highest of the year. Photo by Terry Howell. Foreign Exchange Senior shortage puts pressure on ‘new kids’ to perform too many new kids meant the boys track team had to settle for third place in the confer- ence behind Clare and Beaverton. “It’s not that Clare and Beaverton were better than we were. It’s just that they had more returning seniors. We had too many new kids to train and many people quitting,” Boys Coach Mr. Byron Townsend said. To make up for these problems, several of the team members that Preparing to make his run, senior Jeff Thomp- son readies himself for another leap in the pole vault. Jeff broke the school record with a jump of 13 feet in the final meet of the year. Photo by Karen Cronin. stayed with the team had personal goals and tried to beat the existing school records. Some of the record breakers included junior Tom Blanchard with a 14.77 time in the 110 high hurdles and senior Jeff Thompson who raised the record to 13 feet in the pole vault. “I set my goal in 1986 when I had broken the record, but the coach didn’t give it to me because the wind was at my back. That’s when I said, ‘I have to break the record’,” junior Tom Blanchard said. The girls track team did equally as well as the boys team, ending the sea- son in a tie for third in the confer- ence with four girls breaking records and junior Shanon Blankenship getting the outstanding honors at the Oscoda Invitationals. Record breakers included three-event record holder Shanon Blankenship with a time of 16.35 in the 100 meter intermediate hurdles, a time of 48.2 in the 300 me- ter low hurdles and a high jump record of five feet, one inch. Shanon set a fourth record of 4:11:3 with mile relay teammates freshman Nancy Rigling, sophomore Kathe Mercer and junior Karla Dinsmoore. Rob Goodnow TRACK All the marbles Catch of the Day Varsity softball season highlighted of number two team in state an up and down season—no, make that a down and up sea- son for the junior varsity and varsity softball teams. The Bobcats let the season slide away from them from the very start, loosing both one and two-run heartbreakers and 16 and 17-run blowouts. “1 don’t know what is hard- er mentally: loosing by one run or by 20,” sophomore Natalie Wedemeyer said. Nevertheless, team members maintained their enthusiasm in spite of the disappointing scores. “Team at- titude and morale was high through the entire season,” according to soph- omore Greta Soderman. The varsity team ended the loss- riddled season on victorious note by beating the number two team in the state, the Meridian Mustangs. “We had a lot of disappointing games, but the win over Meridian made up for a by upset lot,” Varsity Coach Mr. Jack Kramer said. However, neither team made a showing in the playoffs and both end- ed the season with losing records. Chris Walsh Giving his team a few last-minute painters. Var- sity Coach Mr. Jack Kramer prepares his team to face the Clare Pioneers. The Bobcats lost both games in the double-header, 5-6 and 5-20. Photo by Evie Breedlove. SPORTS That's ALL We Need VARSITY SOFTBALL HL 11 Standish 6 11 Lake City 1 23 Lake City 11 3 Harrison 19 3 Harrison 13 15 Roscommon 3 7 Roscommon 3 1 Coleman 8 1 Coleman 13 2 Farwell 12 12 Farwell 9 11 Beaverton 4 25 Beaverton 7 4 Standish 5 5 Clare 6 5 Clare 20 1 Meridian 14 6 Meridian 5 OVERALL RECORD: 9-9 CONFERENCE RECORD: 6-8 CONFERENCE STANDING: 5 J.V. SOFTBALL HL 25 Standish 20 6 Standish 3 23 Lake City 11 11 Lake City 14 15 Cadillac 7 23 Cadillac 13 8 Harrison 22 12 Harrison 18 18 Roscommon 7 22 Roscommon 1 5 Coleman 8 6 Coleman 23 13 Farwell 15 25 Farwell 16 8 Beaverton 25 10 Beaverton 11 9 Clare 8 11 CUre 12 5 Meridian 12 0 Meridian 5 6 Cadillac 18 3 Cadillac 12 OVERALL RECORD: 9-13 CONFERENCE RECORD: 4-10 CONFERENCE STANDING: 5 J.V. SOFTBALL: Front Row: Tiffanie Howell, Jodi Majszak, Kathy Bechill, Natalie Wedemeyer, Stephanie Par rott Back Row: Sherie Cole. Stacy Wierzbicki, Chris Stead, Sharee Ringwald, Greta Soderman. J.V. AND VARSITY SOFTBALL All the marbles During the final game of the season, senior Kellie Stevens receives a pitch from senior Kim Dinsmoore. The Bobcats ended the season beating the second ranked Meridian Mustangs, 6-5. Photo by Carrie Mieske. Swinging through a pitch, sophomore Stephanie Parrott just misses the ball during a contest against Clare. Stephanie stroked a single this time at bat to go three for five on the day. Photo by Carrie Mieske. VARSITY SOFTBALL: Front Row: Karen Cronin. Kellie Stevens, Theresa Jammer. Gabby Calkins, Ellen Gifford. Missy Boyersmith Back Row: Michele Dusseau, Jodie Ostrom, Kari Caster, Kim Dinsmoore, Missy Shipp, Mary Ann Porath, Sarah Woodwyk. VARSITY BASEBALL: Front Row: Rick Lacombe, Bill Eno, Jon Cohee, Joe Loicaino, Vince Brown, Dan Foreman, Steve Mieske Back Row: Dick Witfoth, Eric Bisballe, Jim O'Toole, Coach Mike Blasky, Mark Boals, Brady Bigford, Ron Wiggins. J.V. BASEBALL: Front Row: Shawn Sullivan, Tony Mace, Ken Wurm, Ken Nebor, Shawn Muma. Second Row: Eric Tiepel, Jason Ripke, Joel Noerr, Scott Miles, Tim Malcolmson, Mike McNeil. Back Row: Joe Rhoton, Rich Browning, Adam Javoroski, Coach Greg Waller, Kurt Bisballe. Dave Eddy, Ron Hammonds. [moves VARSITY BASEBALL HL 4 Standish 5 6 Lake City 9 12 Lake City 9 1 Harrison 2 6 Harrison 6 4 Roscommon 6 9 Roscommon 5 21 lohannesburg 9 3 Mio 13 4 Coleman 7 2 Coleman 7 3 Farwell 5 8 Farwell 3 13 Pine River 2 4 Beaverton 3 17 Beaverton 6 2 Clare 8 10 Clare 7 3 Meridian 2 9 Meridian 4 OVERALL RECORD: 8-8-1 CONFERENCE RECORD: 7-6-1 CONFERENCE STANDING: 3 J.v. BASEBALL HL 3 Standish 4 Standish 10 Lake City 6 Lake Gty 2 Harrison 6 Harrison 1 Roscommon 1 Roscommon 0 Coleman 2 Coleman 11 Farwell 5 Farwell 2 Beaverton 1 Beaverton 12 Clare 16 Clare 5 Meridian 4 Meridian OVERALL RECORD: 4-14 CONFERENCE RECORD: 4-10 CONFERENCE STANDING: 5 Pick the Litter Choice sophomores move up to varsity for baseball season Underclassmen on varsity: does it make a difference? Having four potential start- ers who were sophomores moved up to varsity might have changed the outcome of the j.v. season. “I think the sophomores that got moved up deserved it. They played well on var- sity. Having them on j.v. might have helped the outcome of the season, but a j.v. coach has to get used to losing good players to varsity,” J.V. Coach Mr. Greg Waller said. Junior varsity play ended with an From the set position, sophomore Jason Ripke keeps an eye on the player at first as sophomore Kurt Bisballe waits for any pick-off attempts. Ja- son, being left-handed, had an advantage over right-handed pitchers when it came to picking runners off first as he was able to face the base throughout his pitch. Photo by Carrie Mieske. Alert to not allowing any runners advance, junior catcher Vince Brown checks back the Meridian player at third base. Vince was one of three Bobcat players to receive all-conference recogni- tion with an honorable mention. Junior Joe Ix)iacano was placed on the first team and senior Jim O’Toole took second team honors. Photo by Carrie Mieske. 8-14 record. “It was kind of a disap- pointing season. 1 think we played fairly well, although our record didn’t show it,” freshman Dave Eddy said. The varsity record of 10-10-1 seemed much more satisfying. “I was happy with the outcome of our sea- son. I like having sophomores on var- sity. Then you can look forward to having them come back,” Varsity Coach Mr. Mike Blasky said. The varsity record enabled them to go to playoffs. They won their first game against Pine River, 13-2. But the second game ended in defeat, 4-3, against Farwell, ending the season and leaving the Bobcats in fourth place in the conference. Outstanding batting performances included juniors Joe Loiacano and Vince Brown and senior Jim O’Toole. Players recognized in Jackpine Con- ference included junior Joe Loiacano, first team all-conference; senior Jim O’Toole, second team all-conference; and junior Vince Brown, honorable mention. Kim Wirick Safely arriving at third base, sophomore Steve Mieske hits the dirt in a contest against the Meridian Mustangs. Steve was one of four soph- omores making up the starting Bobcat varsity- infield. Photo by Carrie Mieske. J.V. AND VARSITY BASEBALL 79 All the marbles i O Uplifting Just because someone isn’t an all- star baseball player or a Michael Jordan-type basketball wizard doesn’t mean he or she can’t partici- pate in sports. “I think that everyone has the capability to participate in sports whether it be mental or physical. It’s just that a lot of people play non- competitive sports for self-gratification instead of a trophy,” senior Terry Howell said. Non-competitive sports doesn’t nec- essarily mean no competition either. Non-competitive sports provide challenging alternative “I’d like to be able to play tennis in school competitively, but it’s just as competitive when you play against older people and you learn a lot more from them,” senior Charlie Calkins said. Unlike the football player who’s ac- tion is limited to a football field dur- ing the fall season, the non-competi- tive athlete can adapt to changing situations and lengthen his season with a little travel. “I would rather go somewhere where I can go skiing for vacation because I really enjoy skiing and I can’t go here until next winter,” senior Phil Spicer said. Non-competitive sports provide more than just a way for students to participate in athletics. “Running and weightlifting help release my tension and help me relax. Whenever I get upset, I go out and run about three miles,” senior Annette Fischer said. Whether students participate in non-competitive sports for self- gratification or relaxation, the rewards can exceed material gain. Vince Brown for Kim Dinsmoore On his YZ-125, sophomore Corey Hacker waits the last minutes before his moto-cross race at the Pontiac Silvcrdome. Corey has been riding motorcycles since he was nine years old and has ridden competitively for the past three years. Photo by Rick Hacker. With cross-country skiing added to the list of winter activities for gym classes, junior Dave Mclloh finds out it’s not as easy as it looks when his sixth hour class tried it. Introduced to physical education students by the new phys. ed teachers, cross-country rose in popularity because of the mild winter. Photo by Evie Breedlove. At the newly-opened Body and Soul Health Club, senior Rod Stender lifts weights on a Sat- urday afternoon. The health club offered a range of new non-competitive activities including free weights, machines, two saunas, a whirlpool and jazzercise classes for S5.00 a day or $40 a month. Photo by Carrie Mieske. Playing poker ranked as the favorite sport for about a dozen senior guys who played in the evening an average of twice a week. Senior Dan Draper kids with senior Frank Wild during one of the games where big winners could walk away with over $20. Photo by Carrie Mieske. NON-COMPETITIVE SPORTS 75 I All the marbles ii I would drop gym class in a minute. It gets you in shape but it doesn’t help later in life unless you go into sports or health. 59 Junior Marc Pulcifer U I think that it is great that the graduation requirements were raised because a lot of people slip through high school and can’t read or write. 5? Senior Annette Fischer ACADEMICS That's ALL We Need ft's aM aour ■ Nine and a half semesters of required classes. Room for 16 electives. Two new gym teachers. ■ To keep us going and get us through the mid-winter blahs, teachers found ways to keep classes exciting yet educational. With the use of props, pop quizzes and field trips they kept students on their toes. 87 choir and band members and 20 yearbook staffers. ■ Admit it! You can’t spend the whole year relaxing. But how do you survive 180 days of school? Here’s your guide. ■ In the end, we learned it all. Although we didn’t want to admit it, we even had a good time. And all that knowledge? Why it’s all in your head! ; Along with drama, the cheerleaders and 4 ? student senate, the band takes an active role in pep assemblies. In full uniform, freshman Tom Branam shows his school spirit at the October 3 homecoming assembly. To read more about the band’s activities, see pages 88-89. Photo by Jeff Raymond. Before an early morning deadline at Ball State, seniors Mike Aho and Kristin Dery contemplate the graphics to be used for the cover of the 1987 yearbook. Ball State Journalism Workshops, held each summer in Muncie, Indiana, give yearbook staffs an early start on their book and a chance to compare their ideas with other top- ranked staffs from around the country. For more about unique classes, see pages 91-92. Photo by Karen Cronin. ACADEMIC DIVISION YOUR GUIDE TO In order to survive graduation, you can’t escape those required courses. With 21 credits required during our four years, you had to fill over half those with required classes. Here’s your guide to what you have to take. THE RIGHT NOT TO WRITE Students often found themselves asking for “just one more day’’ to complete their papers. Twenty percent of the senior class would rather take another required course instead of English. “It seemed like all we did in Mr. Martin’s class was write paper after paper which became very boring,” senior Don Metkiff said. Even though it may be boring to some, three years of English was required to graduate and counselors recommended four years for college-bound students. Required courses included freshman English and a choice of three courses each at the sophomore SHADES of FUN Students enjoyed eating ice cream just as much as they did making it. Making ice cream was only one of the many experiments students did in science classes. Eighty-seven percent of the senior class favored the one year science requirement. Students could fulfill the science requirement with a variety of subjects. Beyond the basic earth science and general science, those choices included such diverse choices as mixing chemicals in chemistry and experimenting angular motion in physics to disecting specimens and gathering organisms and leaves in biology. The freshmen faced a decision of taking an extra year of either math or science. “That isn’t fair that they started the new policy with the freshman class,” freshman Jimmy Meigs commented. Eight out of ten freshman said they would rather take an extra year of science than math. I just gotta wear shades, senior John Wyckoff says. Teacher Mr. Jim Bischoff makes sure John and junior Tom Blanchard wear safety glasses whether they are shades or not. Chemistry could be elected to fill the one year science requirement. Photo by Carrie Mieske. ACADEMICS That's ALL We Need and junior level. Required courses sometimes seemed like a chore unless the teacher made efforts to change them. “I enjoy English because Mr. Martin makes it interesting and gives us a say in what we do. He’s one of the few people that treats us like real people,” sophomore Kristie Ackley said. English electives ranged from creative writing and drama to speech and College Prep. Grammar. So no matter how much students wanted, there wasn’t any way of avoiding required English. Students gather information in the library for a research paper in Mr. Martin's College Prep. Writing class. Sophomores Rosemary Servas, Nancy Rigling and Darin Lillie picked Mr. Martin’s class from three sophomore choices to fulfill one of the three years required of English. Photo by Karen Cronin. Eager for a little help, junior Julie Walker asks classmate Tina Self about a history question. In Mrs. Jansen’s early American history class students study the history of the United States to fulfill one of three and one half years of social studies requirements. Photo by Evie Breedlove. Liver Anyone? What’s worse than eating liver? Math class! Well, maybe it’s not that bad, but 37 percent of the senior class would rather drop math than any other course requirement to graduate. “It’s too complicated and it takes too much time to understand it. If you don’t understand math at the beginning, you’re lost,” said senior Mark Carrick. Graduation required one full year of math, and, starting with the freshmen, one extra year of either math or science will be required to graduate. Ranging from general math and consumer math to algebra, geometry and advanced math, the high school offered a variety of courses for general, vocational and college bound students. RONALD WHO? Who cares about other countries and their government system? That represented the feeling of 30 percent of the senior class to- ward social studies. “I guess I’m not con- cerned with the government of other coun- tries,” senior Scott Mead said. Government comprised the only social studies requirement for the senior class. In other social studies classes students studied geography, the government system, early and late American history, psychology and sociology. Students were required to take a minimum of three and one half years of so- cial studies during high school, starting with career ed. as a freshman. I don’t think the extra requirements for freshmen matter, because we will pi ably have enougMMt Jits to graduate anyway freshman Why Bechill said. Ed Zarzyski REQUIRED COURSES It's all in your head 59- ____ What? 1« elective class that's fun and one in which you actually learn something? That's right! On the next two pages you will learn about seven classes that are botn interesting and knowledgeable! The retailing store not only sells sweets, but it also sells sportswear by Champion. Senior Jane Cowdrey puts up the most recent showcase display which students changed every three weeks to increase sales. Photo by Karen RETAIL SALES Just think! The responsibility of running a store at age 17! Retailing taught students how to manage and run a business. But the students had the advantage of on-the-job training because they worked in and managed the school book store. The Bobcat Den. Most people think retailing is a blow off class but you really learn a lot. You learn how to take inventory, run a cash register, keep track of money and you learn customer appeal through sales presentations,” senior Micki McKenzie said. $50,000.00 a year! Sound good? That’s the average salary of an accountant manager. “It’s too bad there’s not more of a selection of business courses offered for those who plan to go into business but at least they get a start and can learn the basics,” senior Stacy McClue said. The business department offered Accounting I, designed to present the basic principles involved in keeping the records of the accounting skills of big business. On the More Practical Side Ever wondered when a plastic box with a bunch of lettered keys would come in handy? Well, look no further! “In today’s world it is utterly impossible to get a job without some kind of typing or business skills,” said business teacher Mrs. Liz Thompson. There were two full-year typing courses to choose from: Typewriting I designed for the job-oriented or college-bound student and Typewriting II for those students pursuing a career which involves indepth typing. But if you’re a person who just wants to be able to type his own letters and papers, the one-semester personal typing could fulfill your needs. Have you ever tried to take notes from someone who talks 189 miles per hour? If so, take a look at shorthand. In shorthand students learned to read and write symbols that represent the English language. “I have a lot of problems taking notes and shorthand has really helped me. I was amazed at how easy it was to learn,” said senior Valerie Bryant. Under the watchful eye of Mr. Pietchak sophomore Natalie Wedemeyer concentrates on her typing assignment. Natalie has one of the two Typing I classes offered. Photo by Karen Cronin. 1 80 ACADEMICS Thai's ALL We Need said fun clas. a lot. I think ffjaving class instea is what made senior Jane Co also learned nds on’ « : __ ____________________________________ Computers may prove difficult for some but not with a little help from your friends. Sophomore Kim Sapp receives help from senior Dick Witfoth in computer literacy. Photo by Evie Breedlove. Its a B “Most people think computers are just a fad. They’re not. They’re a fact of life,’’ said computer teacher Mr. Ralph Sedore. To help students prepare for that reality, the two full-year courses offered in computer science included basic programming, where students learned basic programming language and learned to detect errors in programs, and Pascal programming, an advanced computer class. To familiarize students with computer terms a one semester computer literacy course was also offered. After two years of bagging groceries at Carter’s, senior Gary Bourdon finally proves his skill useful. Gary showed how to bag groceries for his “how to” speech in speech class, a recommended elective for college-bound seniors. Photo by Carrie Mieske. Grammatically Speaking You have just been told you have to get up and speak in front of 500 people tomorrow and you have a ten page paper due on your profs desk tomorrow morning. You’ll wish you had taken some English electives like speech, which teaches the fundamentals of public speaking, grammar, which teaches the usage of grammar to help develop better writing skills, or creative writing, for the student who likes to write with few restrictions to develop writing skills plus imagination. Jodie Ostrom ELECTIVE COURSES 81 It's all in your head —O 1 Finishing off a project, junior Tony Muma files metal to smooth perfection. Metal shop and advanced metal shop were offered to students as elective courses. Photo by Karen Cronin. BARK SPARK White hot molten metal or the earsplitting roar of a buzzsaw. You wouldn’t expect to find these sights and sounds in the classroom environment of a school. Yet for those students in woodworking class or metal shop these things became an important part of class. “I don’t plan on a career in metalurgy. but I think what I learn in metal shop will be useful later in life,” sophomore Jammey Yennior said. Students planning a career in the building or industrial sector chose from such classes as general and advanced wood shop and metal shop. Physical Change What! A test in gym? I can’t believe it ! The new year brought two new physical education teachers into the school system. Phys. ed. teachers Mr.Matt Prisk and Mrs. Brenda Collins took their phys. ed. classes seriously by giving both written and performance tests frequently throughout the year. “There is a wider variety of activities to do and more stress on the details of each activity,” junior Paul Betz said. Students worked on conditioning throughout the year by lifting weights, running, doing calisthenics and participating in various activities. Making their way through the woods, juniors Mary Anne Porath and Marci Low maneuver over a fallen tree. Skiing was one of the new activities introduced by the new physical education teachers. Photo by Kvie Breedlove. T V The school day would be really bormg if you were stuck I in math, E classes all 'lish and science sophomore Jim McTWIlan said. 82 ACADEMICS U EJ That's ALL We Need If reading, math and English make up the main course of curriculum, then the electives comprise the side dishes. The variety offered by electives is a necessity to provide a well-rounded education and offer students a break from the required clqss blues. Here’s your guide to some of those extra offerings. Teachers first. Senior Pat O'Neil and sophomores Shawn Muma and Jason Ripke wait for Mr. Jim Rigling to help himself before they dig in. Every year the home economics class invites members of the staff for a luncheon that students prepared. Photo by Carrie Mieske. Our Side of The Far Side Name a class where Gary Larson’s “Far Side” proves useful. How about art? Students in art needed ideas for art projects and the “Far Side” comics have been the most popular. Art and drafting required not only perspectives and precise calculations, but they also took an imagination. Seniors Brent Barkway and Kellie Stevens must rely on their imagination and intelligence to enter the Field of advertising or engineering. “Drafting is necessary for my future plans to become an engineer,” senior Kellie Stevens said. Students planning on a career in engineering, advertising, art, drafting, architecture or interior design chose from Art 1 and II as well as drafting. Working on a project for art, sophomore Kristie Ackley listens to the radio on her Walkman. Art students tried their hands at projects ranging from cartoons to toothpick sculptures. Photo by Karen Cronin. Chris Walsh ELECTIVE COURSES It's all in your head U vJ Food for Thought Home economics gave the student a sample of the tastier side of academics. “The best part of home economics class is eating your work,” sophomore Tom Van Wormer said. Not only young women but also young men participated in home economics classes. Students learned skills that would benefit them in the future when they’re on their own. Tailoring, planning menus and cooking formed only a part of trades studied by students. Classes also covered hygiene and nutrition. YOUR GUIDE TO Now that you’ve chbsen your courses, how do you make the grade? Here’s your guide. On these pages you’ll find suggestions and opinions on studying, taking tests and getting that all-important grade. STUDY HABITS Whether it be cranked radios in bedrooms or hushed corners in libraries, we all develop our own way of studying. Not all classes required the same form or amount of study. Courses such as math or history had textbooks from which to study, but how do you study for speech class? “You can’t really study for impromptus. You just have to think of things right off the top of your head and for other speeches you can tape them to see how they sound,” senior Objectively Speaking No true and false, no multiple choice. It’s all essay, a student’s worst nightmare! Most students hated essay tests. They tended to freeze up or draw a blank in many tests, but more so when it came to essay tests. “Sometimes I draw a blank, usually when I take essay tests, and I just fake my way through the whole thing,” junior George Cook said. If favorite tests could be chosen, they would probably have to be multiple choice or true and false. Not all students felt the same about tests though. While some people liked true and false tests, others hated them. “I hate true and false tests because they get complicated. One word can change tha answer and it makes the questions confusing,” senior Carrie Mieske said. Although the students had their own ideas on what kind of tests they favored, that didn’t change the fact that the teachers had the final say. Rob Goodnow Kim Dinsmoore 84 ACADEMICS 1 U That’s ALL We Need Gary Bourdow said. Although students had time to study for tests, some chose not to use it. “1 don’t usually study for tests unless we can talk the teacher into a few minutes to study in the first part of class. Sometimes I do study in the hour before,” junior Brady Bigford said. “When I study, I shut myself in my room and blast my radio, but then again I hardly ever study,” sophomore Calvin Caster concluded. The cafeteria provided a popular place to confer on homework before school. Freshmen Kim Zarzyski and Nicole Wilson work on their assignments for Michigan history and algebra. Photo by Terry Howell. “Don't go to a job dressed in your street clothes,” writes freshman Mike Ostrom in Miss Hancock's career ed. class. Taking notes ranked as one of the most important skills students must learn. Photo by Evie Breedlove. A little help from sophomore Christen Moore gets classmate Eric Noonan through his geography assignment for Miss Hancock's class. During study time students worked together on their assignments. Photo by Carrie Mieske. Making the Grade No matter what we do, we can’t escape grades and the anxiety that they bring. For students the time to face the music came four times a year in the form of report cards. This was the time when students and teachers alike looked back at the quarter behind them and compressed it into one letter. ‘T always work harder when I know report card time is coming up,” senior Joe LaPrad said. Students all had different opinions of how teachers arrived at the grades they eventually received on their report cards. “I think that a lot of teachers take your attitude into consideration when they give you a grade,” sophomore Jennifer Porath said. “The kids in my class are graded on a point scale. You either make it or you don’t. My opinion doesn’t count at all,” math teacher Mr. John Blankenship said. “The trick is Figuring out how to get the ‘A’ and doing it,” senior Chris Walsh concluded. Won't sflttly that much because I work, I have a girlfriend and I have a lot of other M igsjo do, | J senior Bria ner said. GRADES AND TESTS It's all in your head Od Read all about it! | What’s NHS Anyway? National Honor Society members spent a total of 120 hours visiting King's Nursing Home, earning themselves the nickname of the Nursing Home Society. Members had to have fifteen community service hours which had to be documented. Some students chose to serve as many as eleven of those hours at the nursing home. Members grumbled about the outside time required of them, especially the nursing home hours. However, second-year Adviser Mr. Rod Martin easily justified the requirement. “I don’t think the kids realize the impact they have on the people at King’s. Residents really love it when the members visit with them,” Mr. Martin said. Mr. Martin and the members organized such activities as a pet day, a Halloween party and Christmas carolling at the nursing home. Although visiting the nursing home was a major part of the members’ duties, they were involved in many more aspects of community service. For example, members filled the new Coke machines at school, coached middle school basketball teams, served as clowns at Tip-Up-Town and handled the Parents’ Exchange Day. National Honor Society, in conjunction with the student senate, also hosted the area-wide Leadership Day. Held annually in the spring, the day consisted of meetings on topics of concern to students. Student senate and society members from area schools attended. Another joint effort with the student senate produced the May 27 faculty breakfast. Members began cooking at 6:30 a.m., serving faculty and administration Belgian waffles and fresh muffins before school began. According to Mr. Martin, his goal when he took over the National Honor Society was to make them more active and visible. “The National Honor Society does a lot more than it used to. We do more than all the other chapters we talked to,” senior President Charlie Calkins said. Jim O’Toole As a thank you to the faculty, the student senate and National Honor Society cooked a breakfast of Belgian waffles for the 37 faculty and administration members on May 27. Senior student senate president Jane Cowdrey clears the dishes from English teacher Mr. Pete Javoroski. Photo by Mike Aho. At the home of Mr. Don Fockler, former assistant superintendent. National Honor Society members senior Andy Hejka and Kelley Coberley wait for Adviser Mr. Rod Martin to make introductions. The National Honor Society visited the Focklers after singing Christmas carols at King's Nursing Home. Photo by Carrie Mieske. 86 ACADEMICS 1 vv That's ALL We Need Physical Change With the retirement of the entire physical education department of two teachers in the spring of 1986, two new faculty members began the year with some physical changes. Physical education teachers Mr. Matt Prisk and Mrs. Brenda Collins made several major changes in the program and students resisted some of them. One change which met with a lot of resistance was the introduction of written tests over sporting rules. But students were much more agreeable to the additional activities which the teachers added to the classes. Mr. Prisk, who previously taught downstate for four years, came to Houghton Lake because he liked the friendliness of the community and also enjoyed sharing leisure time activities like hunting and fishing with more people than he could downstate. “My greatest concern about this school is the amount of apathy there is among students,” Mr. Prisk said. He added, “These kids better wake up. There’s a lot of competition in the world today, and if you’re not willing to work hard to get something, you can forget it.” Mrs. Brenda Collins has been a member of the community all her life. She graduated from Houghton Lake and, since college, had substitute taught frequently within the system. “When I graduated from college, I didn’t have a job so I came home and then started subbing for Mrs. Gruenberg while she recovered from back surgery. Since I had a phys. ed. degree, they picked me for the job. I looked for jobs in larger cities but then I started to get settled with my job and then finally got married,” Mrs. Collins said. When the advanced physical education classes took an all-day trip to Pine Grove Athletic Club in Cadillac, seniors Kim Walker and Ann Sabatino enjoyed water volleyball in the pool. The new gym teachers added written tests and additional activities to the class. Photo by Evie Breedlove. No matter what students may think, one thing is clear. The new physical education department is here to stay for a while. Vince Brown for Jim O’Toole Awards night on May 22 took on a new twist as Mr. Szewczyk called the parents up on stage. Counselor Mr. Jack Jury congratulates Mrs. Bowman on her freshman daughter Dani's academic accomplishments. The administration handed out bumper stickers to parents of honor students which read. “I am the proud parent of a Houghton Lake honor student.” Photo by Karen Cronin. | Academic Earnings i $ 23,075.00 That’s how much select seniors shared in local scholarships. The figure does not include state or federal money. Twenty-two seniors received scholarship monies from local contests and college awards at the May 22 academic awards ceremony. Seniors competed for scholarships from 27 different sources. Some sources such as the Houghton Lake Boosters named as many as six recipients. But money wasn’t the only item handed out. Department awards. Faculty Member and Students of the Year and a number of other awards filled out the two-hour program for students and their parents. A new twist to the program came with the introduction of academic awards for all students with a 3.5 or better grade point average. Then, to the audience’s surprise, Principal Mr. Ron Szewczyk called the parents of these students up on stage and presented each with a special bumper sticker. Vince Brown for Jim O’Toole CURRENT EVENTS 87 It's all in your head Oi TT I think with a sma m hand you can get things done faster ana easier, ' Ji J sophomoreXjreg Rnnerts said. Half Ton Plus What's different on the yearbook? “A ton of editors,” Adviser Mrs. Lynn Strause said. Well, 1199 pounds of editors, to be exact. Accuracy-the most important factor in journalism. “I don’t want to see anyone sitting here ‘butt reporting’! If anything is incorrect, someone will catch it and we’ll never live it down,” Mrs. Strause said. Five section editors, more than any previous year, constantly checked that accuracy. ‘‘It seems like we worked on this book forever,” senior photographer Karen Cronin concluded. Well, 345 days, to be. exact. Laughing at senior Jammie Pielak's gag gift, senior Karen Cronin and Mrs. Lynn Strause share in the enthusiasm of the yearbook staff's annual lasagne party. Each year the party is held at Mrs. Strause's house and everyone brings a dish to pass with Mrs. Strause furnishing the lasagne. Photo by Carrie Mieske. “Improvisations help you to think on your feet, in case you forget your lines on stage,” senior Maria Ignat said. Maria and junior Karin Akin perform an improvisation on washing hair. The drama class does impromptus in their spare time between plays. Photo by Terry Howell. I 88 ACADEMICS 1 vu That's ALL We Need change of course. Here's your guide to some not-so-normal classes that provide a lot of variety hut require some extra effort. MORETHAN A B C If variety is the spice of life, then the drama class got pretty spicy. To begin the season, the 16 member cast performed the children’s play A B C (America Before Columbus). The play gave the actors and actresses a chance to play two or more parts and the audience a chance to participate. For more variety the class performed a radio play, The Legend of Sleepy Hollow, over the public address system during classes. Continuing the change, the class produced a musical for children instead of adults. “I liked performing the children’s play better than the other ones because for children you have to overact and that makes you get into it more. Besides, the kids make better audiences. I think the change made the class more fun,” senior Missy Boyersmith said. Along with pops chorale and barbershop, beautyshop members freshman Keda Bigford and sophomores Chris Stead and Sharee Ringwald perform during intermission of the Miss Houghton Lake Competition. The choirs also participated in festivals and concerts. Photo by Karen Cronin. TEAMWORK! Huddled together in blankets to keep warm, sophomore band members Christen Moore and freshmen Nicole Afton and Kara Markey wait for the halftime of the playoff game at Negaunee. Because Houghton Lake was considered the home team, both the marching band and flag corp were present for the opening and halftime activities. Photo by Karen Cronin. Teamwork, not only the key in every sport but also for any band or choir ensemble. “You have to have teamwork. If one person messes up then it makes the entire band sound bad,” junior Dan Werner said. With an increase in size from 22 to 36 members, the band needed more than ever to work as a team. One advantage of having a larger group was the fact that they were able to compete at festival, receiving a division 3 rating. Besides an increase in the size of the band, a flag corp consisting of five girls was added to the marching band at football games. Keeping in tune with the band, the choir, including pops chorale, barbershop, and beautyshop, all worked together to perform at seasonal concerts, graduation and intermission of The Miss Houghton Lake competition. “The new songs we sing are fun, but I like the older ones better. It is like bringing back the past,” sophomore choir member Sharee Ringwald. It just goes to show you that teamwork pays off in all aspects. Kristen Dery for Kim Dinsmoore PRODUCING AND PERFORMING 89 It's all in your head U Cf At first glance classes can seem pretty drab, but teachers found ways to keep their classes both fun and unique. The only trouble then was the attitude adjustment from class to class and teacher to teacher. Here’s your guide for surviving different classes and teachers. Food break: exactly what seniors Jim O'Toole and And} Hejka have in mind after they finish their assignment. Although the administration outlawed classroom parties, yearbook staffers celebrated everyone's birthdays with a combination of work and cake to keep up staff morale. Photo by Karen Cronin. ALL WORK? Which is it? Work or play? Both! Often we feel that our classes are monotonous and beyond help, but that’s not always the case. But what makes class fun? “Some of my classes are more fun than others because of the people in them. The ones that my friends arc in are a lot more fun,” senior Dina Witfoth said. “I think class is fun when we don’t have to sit in desks all hour and listen to the teachers lecture. Journalism and drama are my favorites because we have more control over what we do in class. We don’t sit at a desk all day,” senior Kim Dinsmoore said. Surviving the day-to-day routine required having a little fun now and then, even in class. PROPPED UP Taking action. That’s the plan. Five days a week, seven hours a day can get a little boring, but teachers could make a difference by using props in their classroom. “We use a lot of props in Mr. BischofTs chemistry class for our labs. If it wasn’t for the props, our class would be really boring and I could probably fall asleep,” junior Dan Werner said. Chemistry class was one of those classes that required the use of props for its labs, but in some cases teachers used them just to add that extra bit of fun to their classes. “Mr. Townsend’s got a strange sense of humor when it comes to using props in class. One time he took out a dried up buffalo chip that he had got on a trip and threw a piece of it on Jammie Pielak. The whole class about died laughing,” senior Missy Boyersmith said. Whether it’s doing a science lab or cooking up a speech, props added that extra bit of fun that kept our classes interesting. an ACADEMICS 1 V7V That's ALL We Need ATTITUDE ADJUSTMENT Hamming it up, senior Steve Fagerlie sets the mood for his ‘how to' speech in Mrs. Strause’s fourth hour speech class. Steve Get it straight! Your attitude that is. Teachers have their own ideas about the “right attitude” and the students are the ones that have to deal with it. “In some classes you have to be outgoing for the teachers to even notice you, but some teachers like quieter students. Like in Mr. Martin’s class, I think he favors the outgoing people and the jocks, but Mr. Warner seems to like the down to earth people,” junior Darla St. Louis said. By learning to relate to our teachers better and adjusting our attitudes from class to class, students felt they could get an extra edge. “Some teachers want you to kiss up to them, do everything they ask. If they don’t like your attitude then you’re lucky to get even a half way decent grade,” senior Dan Draper said. As far as students were concerned, successfully surviving teachers meant learning to adjust attitude. Part of learning to survive teachers involves adjusting to their different personalities. Anyone taking Biology from Mr. Jim Johnson better be ready to celebrate St. Urho’s Day on March 16. Wearing his St. Urho’s battle helmet, Mr. Johnson explains how St. Urho chased all the grasshoppers out of Finland. Photo by Evie Breedlove cooked seven Western omelettes, a specialty he learned to cook while working at Holiday Inn. Photo by Carrie Mieske. Out of Bounds It’s the same old thing everyday. Or is it? Every teacher had their own rules and regulations but by getting away from the same everyday work schedule, teachers added uniqueness to their classes. The stuffy classroom rules and regulations created problems that each teacher dealt with in his or her own way. “Speech class is unique because of the different types of speeches we do. At one time during class we did ‘how to’ speeches and we made different types of food, then we all pigged out. Speech class is more laid back than my other classes,” senior Kim McEvers said. The traditional classroom atmosphere had boundaries and, by going out of those boundaries, teachers added uniqueness to the classrooms. All talk and no action isn't the case in Mr. BischofTs third hour physics class as junior Vince Brown demonstrates the laws of physics by means of a physical experiment. Mr. BischofTs classes used such props during their lab experiments, adding variety and at the same time showing the visual effects of formulas. Photo by Karen Cronin. irnalism is unique becaiiW you’re not Is tuck sitting at a desk { a boring classroom all senior Chris Jammie Pielak SURVIVING TEACHERS It's all in your head Using a classmate's paper, junior Cindi Pacini finishes her physics homework before it's collected in third hour. Students sometimes resorted to last minute borrowing when they couldn't talk teachers out of assignments. Photo by Karen Cronin. Homework? Yuk! “Homework tonight? But it’s Friday!” “C’mon, there’s a game tonight.” “I don’t know what I’m doing.” Sound familiar? “Complaining is the best way to get out of homework. It doesn’t always work, but if we waste enough time and stall, teachers don’t have time to give us homework,” senior Keith Keller said. Because the teachers followed lesson plans, getting out of homework seemed almost impossible. “If a teacher wants to give you homework, he will. There is no way to stop it,” sophomore Sharee Ringwald said. That didn’t stop students from trying. “In class once, we started making noise so we couldn’t hear Mr. Bischoff, then he tried to write the assignment on the board and someone erased it. Finally the bell rang and the whole-class ran out of the room. We got out of homework that night,” senior Joe LaPrad said. Most students agreed, however, that many times even these extreme measures didn’t work. Relaxing his attitude, senior Joe LaPrad finds extra time for a snooze after correcting papers for Mr. BischofTs chemistry class. Having enough credits to graduate, Joe decided to be a teacher’s assistant instead of taking another academic course or study hall. Photo by Karen Cronin. 92 ACADEMICS V Cl That's ALL We Need escaping all that work. Here’s your guide to avoiding homework, occupying spare time and planning time away from school. Getting Away From It All beginning of the marking period,” senior Eric Bisballe said. The only problem with using all the absences came from parents. If parents didn’t excuse all the days one wanted to miss, the student risked disciplinary action by the administration. “My mom and dad won’t let me stay home unless I have a fever or I am half dead. If I want anymore days off I have to skip,” senior Jeneen Piche said. Planning absenses seemed like a good idea if parents allowed. Only having seven remained the only problem. KILLING TIME Days away from school: a students dream. Everyone’s allowed seven absences a marking period. Any more than that and a student faced possible failure. Aside from sick days, students felt the rest could be spent as they desired. But that required some strategy. “I save my absences to the end of the marking period especially infirst hour. So if I don’t want to come to school or want to be late, I can,” senior Steve Brimmer said. Some students planned absences for months in advance. “I know I am going to Florida a few days before spring break, so I know I have to be at school every day at the Fifty-two minutes seemed so long when the mind’s someplace else. To get through the dragged-out part of every hour, what else can be done but to waste time? “I sleep. It makes the time go by quicker,” senior Scott Mead said. Methods used by other students to kill time varied from talking to doodling. “I get bored when I do my homework, so I doodle. I usually draw wierd pictures and designs,” freshman Kim Zarzyski said. “You have to fool the teacher. Then you are all set. I try to hide behind the person in front of me or write a letter so it looks like I’m working hard on my homework when I’m not,” senior David Deamud said. Wasting time made time for other activities, such as sleeping, doodling and homework for other classes. And sometimes it made the hour go by quicker, too. Taking control of the class, senior Maria Ignat tells one of her many stories during fifth hour government. '“Telling stories breaks up the monotony of class plus it makes government a little more humorous, Maria admits. Photo by Terry Howell. STUDENT SURVIVAL 93 It's all in your head CfU u When someone starts a story at Houghton Lake there’s usually about ten versions of it before it’s over, and none of them are true. ?? Junior Kristi Bates Cil wish I were the middle child because they aren’t treated strictly like the oldest or babied like the youngest. ?? Freshman Toni Davis PEOPLE That's ALL We Need ■ Countless inventions we always academics is you, the people. You’re wanted. all we need! A wide range of college choices. Cartoons viewed by 78 percent of us. The arrival of two eagerly awaited pop machines. ■ All this and so much more! Behind student life, sports and ■ On the air, sophomore Dan Smith spends an hour as a D.J. for WJGS as a prize in the contest conducted by the sophomore class. Although the contest was made available to everyone, class officers only sold 40 tickets. For more job ideas, see pages 106-107. Photo by Carrie Mieske ■ Turn through the next 35 pages and see how rumors, birthdays and winter blues affected us. Why jobs, first impressions and college choices seemed most important. And that’s not all. But if anyone asks who’s inside, just tell them, “We’re all in this together!” ■ After taking a real run for his money, freshman Ken Wurm counts out the $61 he won during the homecoming pep assembly. Student senate members sold $1.00 tickets during Spirit Week and the raffle winner had 45 seconds to collect as many dollar bills as he could from the gym floor. For more money matters, see pages 106-107. Photo by Terry' Howell. PEOPLE DIVISION Qg We're all in this together EAR i� EARS C 1 “You heard what! When? From who?” “I don’t know, I heard it through the grapevine.” “Oh, how untrue! I hate rumors!” “Whenever someone hears something about somebody they think they have the privilege of spreading it, whether it’s true or not!” freshman Lisa Kowalski complained. Like it or not, people spread gossip without a thought to the victims of the rumors. How would you like to come to school one day to find out that you robbed three party stores, cheated on your income taxes and slashed your best friends tires all in one weekend? 1 Rumors are just one of the disadvantages i of living in a small town, wl Junior Roddy Henning i “ I wish people would mind their own business! After every weekend all people talk about is who went out with who, where and why? I don’t see why they should care!” senior Kim McEvers said. Curiosity seems inborn. As long as there are people to talk and people to listen, students agreed rumors would remain a problem. “Rumors have become a major problem in our small community. I really believe people sometimes hear what they want to hear! Parents are really a rumor problem. Sometimes I hear some pretty annoying rumors about myself. I just wonder where they get this crap!” senior Tim Suzor said. Jodie Ostrom HAVE YOU HEARD? In an effort to catch up on the latest gossip, seniors Kim Walker and Jane Cowdrey sneak a visit during government class. The five minute break between classes didn't allow enough time to exchange the most recent rumors. Photo by Carrie Mieske. PEOPLE That's ALL We Need Kristie Ackley (10) Trina Adamczyk (10) Nicole Afton (9) Karin Akin (11) Tina Allen (11) Cathy Amell (9) Rick Ancel (10) Diana Anderson (10) D'Arcy Ayres (9) Leann Bailey (11) Matt Bailey (9) Braxton Baird (11) Jeff Baker (9) Kristi Bates (11) Charles Bavar (EMI) Greg Beauchamp (9) Kathy Bechill (9) Dawn Beckwith (10) Beth Benjamin (10) joe Benjamin (10) Lisa Betz (9) Paul Betz (11) Don Biddle (10) Edward Bigelow (EMI) Brady Bigford (11) Keda Bigford (9) Jim Birch (10) Kirt Bisballe (10) Dan Bischoff (11) Heather Blanchard (11) Tom Blanchard (11) Shanon Blankenship (11) Debbie Blodgett (10) Mark Boals (11) Dani Bowman (9) David Bowman (11) Deanna Bowman (9) Suzie Bowman (11) Renee Bradley (11) Rhonda Bradley (11) If you hear gossip, ru do you spread it LU or ignore it? L. 34% (IGNORE vQ Bvv9!i have you 3 HEARD... HAVE YOU HEARD... HAVE YOU HEARD... HAVE YOU HEARD... 66% SPREAD BETTER BY THE BUNCH. Passing on gossip, sophomores Natalie YVedemeyer, Becky Harrison and Rosemary Servas put the first grape on the grapevine. According to students, our rumors rated so high that people acutally came to school early to hear them. Photo by Carrie Mieske. UNDERCLASSMEN ACKLEY-BRADLEY 97 We're all in this together u LOOK CLOSE I 1 Putting on designer jeans, acting cool and � wearing your hair like 1 everyone else. These | describe some of the J things people do to make ma good first impression and win friends. g 8f| “People are always LhLb trying to impress people. They do everything that Ua their friends do. They dress, talk and act like their friends,” junior Mike Bareither said. Some people may feel that they can’t act like themselves, because they’re afraid someone will make fun of them. “1 think people try to act like their friends because they lack self-confidence,” sophomore Jon Cohee said. E I expected it to be really hard to make friends because of the rivalry between Houghton Lake and £ Roscommon. F ] Junior transfer student Stephanie I SergeantI Now imagine compounding that lack of self-confidence by moving to a new school, away from all your friends. Transfer students faced having to start all over fitting in and winning friends. “I really liked my old school and was nervous about making new friends, but on my first day here everyone was really friendly,” junior Shannon Swider said. Adults tell us these are the best years of our lives. When it comes to being one of the group, sometimes they can also be the hardest. Rob Goodnow UNMASKED! What a first impression! Seniors Steve Fagerlie and Tim Su or decided to see if Mr. BischofTs physics class would notice their altered appearance. Photo by Carrie Mieske. New Kids n fv. A fk Tom Branam (9) Evie Breedlove (11) Autumn Brown (9) Jason Brown (11) Vince Brown (11) Richard Browning (10) Kim Buchanan (11) pi y � |3 r 1 Dwight Burdine (11) Mike Burgis (11) Monica Burke (9) Alan Burns (11) Jessie Cabay (9) Gabby Calkins (10) Lylenette Canfield (11) M m 7 V Kris Cannady (9) Charlie Carnahan (9) Jennifer Carrick (9) Tina Chanda (10) Doug Chmielewski (10) Eric Chorley (9) Brian Christensen (9) n 1 A V li V w- — yff mk Linda Chudzinski (11) Rebecca Cirde (9) Greg Citko (10) David Coberley (10) Jon Cohee (10) Brian Colby (9) Sheri Cole (10) Andy Coleman (11) George Cook (11) Lisa Coppernoll (11) Shelly Coppernoll (9) Jim Couch (10) Daniel Crawford (EMI) Brian Crystal (10) Tim Crystal (9) Dawn Curns (11) Cory Czada (11) Mike Dankert (9) Gerald Danes (11) Mike Danes (11) Preston Daugherty (9) Karin Davis (11) Toni Lynn Davis (9) Alice Dawson (10) Russel Decker (11) Kelli Deeley (9) Kerri Deeley (9) Kris Deeley (10)_ Do you approve of the school policies? YES 61% no 39% Do you get along with the other students? MHBHi NO 17% Would you rather be here than at your old school? YES 37% no YES 83% FITTING IN. After she transferred from Livonia in the summer, junior Shannon Swider wasted no time becoming involved. She worked part- time at Feet First plus held a position on the varsity volleyball team. Photo by Carrie Mieske. UNDERCLASSMEN BRANAM-DEELEY We're all in this together Elgin Dehoff (10) Gary Derscha (10) Karla Dinsmoore (11) Michelle Dusseau (11) Kim Dworzynski (9) Steve Eash (9) Shari Eckstorm (10) David Eddy (9) Mike Edwards (10) Ray Eisenhardt (9) loe Elsholz (9) Bill Eno (11) Chris Eno (9) Anita Ensing (9) Lois Ensing (10) Wendy Feole (10) Bernice Fischer (10) Lance Fischer (11) Dana Fisher (10) Eddy Fisher (10) Dan Forman (11) Rich Forman (11) Greg Gardner (9) Jennifer Gibbs (10) Michelle Gilbert (EMI) Heather Gillette (10) Joe Gonzalez (10) Lisa Gone (11) Chris Gorzelewski (10) Shawn Goss (11) Annette Grant (11) Tim Greene (10) Brent Griffin (9) Tom Griffin (10) Scott Grove (9) Brad Gruber (11) Holly Guest (10) Mitzie Guldner (11) Cory Hacker (10) Ann Hackney (9) PEOPLE That's ALL We Need GIFTED. For her eighteenth birthday, senior Kellie Stevens opens her birthday present from classmate Carrie Mieske. Kellie received a pin and address hook. Photo by Carrie Mieske. gel DQ A new car, a two-week vacation to a warm place, the house to yourself for the weekend. These ideas sprang to mind when the subject of conversation turned to the ideal birthday. “My ideal birthday would be to have my parents give me the keys to a brand new car,” junior Joe Loiacano said. BIRTHDAY SHADES. “Somebody in class had the sunglasses and they wanted me to wear them. Just another one of their crazy ideas, Mr. Jim BischofT said. Sixth hour physics gave Mr. BischofT a party during class for his birthday. Photo by Carrie Mieske. B-DAY • My ideal birthday would be to stay home from school and have my parents treat me like a king a all day. 71 Sophomore t Chris Pappas Cars rated highest on the list of the ideal birthday gifts, but having a party finished a close second. But not just any party. “I would love to have the house to myself for the weekend so I could have a huge party. That would be my ideal birthday,” freshman Colin Quiney said. Though material possessions ranked higher for some, even better would be a vacation to a warm place. “My ideal birthday would be to spend two weeks in Hawaii and get a great tan,” freshman Stacy Thompson said. Few of us have realized our ideal birthday, but we can still dream. After all, there’s always next year. Kim Wirick What do you usually What would you like to get for your birth V? ' . ,n p. o PHESIeNTS Z2% A PARTY 2 2 % .!_QTH f FT UNDERCLASSMEN DEHOFF-HACKNEY We're all in this together Pawlica and her sister, sophomore Barbie Pawlica, shop at Hub for their family which added two stepbrothers in their mother's marriage. Photo by Karen Cronin. Which child would you rather be? 38% 22% 20% 20% Becky Harrison (10) Randy Harvey (10) SIBLING SHOPPING. Sometimes families grew when parents remarried and combined siblings. Junior Lisa ±92 PEOPLE That's ALL We Need Greg Hackney (9) Ron Hammonds (9) Bryan Hamp (9) _ 'FAMILY Remember when your parents used to instruct you to be home by O midnight? You couldn’t understand why, because your older brother got to stay out until two. You concluded that being the oldest had to be best. “You can use being the oldest as a weapon. You can stay out longer and get more responsibility,” sophomore Jason Mooney said. LU But along with being the oldest you had the responsibility of babysitting your younger brothers and sisters. Let’s not forget taking out the trash. So maybe being the youngest isn’t that bad. “You ■...-JL _ w Being the youngest has its ups and downs but I have learned how not to do things while | growing up.. Junior Missy Shipp i always have someone to talk to when you’re the youngest, plus your parents are already broken in from your older brothers and sisters,” junior Karla Dinsmoore, the youngest of three girls, said. So the youngest likes being the youngest and the oldest likes being the oldest. Where does that leave the middleman? “I’m really an independent person. Being the middle child doesn’t affect me because I am always involved in other activities,” senior Annette Fischer said. Being independent wasn’t always a choice. Some people were brought up with no brothers or sisters to share the responsibilities. Some considered this situation the best of all. “I love it. I get spoiled being the only child and I don’t get nagged by brothers and sisters,” concluded freshman Eric Chorley. Maria Ignat Tyler Hasty (9) Mark Head (11) Tim Heine (11) Monica Hendrix (10) Rod Henning (11) Peter Hern (11) Lea Holmes (9) Brett Hoover (11) Deb Hoover (9) Duane Hoover (11) Sheri Horn (9) Kevin Howard (10) Tiffanie Howell (9) loAnn Hudson (9) Heather Hunt (11) Denise Jackson (9) Sue larvis (10) Adam Javoroski (10) Billy Johnson (9) DeeDee Johnson (10) Lynn Jenkins (9) Kathy Kahriman(9) Sandra Kauffman (9) Sue Kern (10) Brian Kilburn (10) Mike Kopishka (9) Lisa Kowalski (9) Floyd Kraenzlein (9) Dawn Kuntz (9) Kirk Labadie (9) Laurie Laginess (11) Louie Landon (11) Mike Landon (11) lim LaPrad (9) Erihk Lawson (10) UNDERCLASSMEN HACKNEY-LAWSON 10 We're all in this together iUO HOT AIR BALLOON. Not a world's record but senior Steve Brimmer gives it a try while amusing others including senior Brent Barkway during a varsity basketball game. “He always goes for the biggest bubble and it always ends up all over his face,” Brent said. Photo by Karen Cronin. TAKING A GAMBLE. Waiting for senior Jim O’Toole to call his bluff, senior Ken Meigs maintains a poker face. Several senior guys caught the gambling habit, playing on wecknights during the winter and spring. Photo by Carrie Mieske. OVERBLOWN Habits-defincd as a constant, sometimes unconscious inclination to perform some act. More commonly known as an annoying, sometimes disgusting tendency people have of doing something- continuously. “Some habits are so annoying. During a class all I can hear is people tapping pens or snapping gum. It drives me nuts,” junior Bobbi Ostrom said. Common habits noticed in school ranged from biting nails and snapping gum to chewing and tapping pens. “Sometimes I don’t even think when I do it. I find myself chewing on the end of my pen. People don’t like me doing it especially if the pen is borrowed from them,” senior Joe LaPrad said. Other habits such as smoking, shuffling feet in the hall, chewing gum with an open mouth, playing with hair, excessive talking and constant complaining caused frequent irritation. Although the individual sometimes may be unaware of his habits, other people notice the annoying characteristics. “It’s so disgusting when people smoke. It is bad for them but they keep on doing it,” freshman Kim Dworzinski said. “I know I’ve got habits but they are only annoying to others so why should I stop?” sophomore Ron Wiggins concluded. Andy Hejka 104- people That's ALL We Need What habit of others bugs you the most? SMOKING 57% SNAPPING CHOMPING GUM 2 % CHEWING ON PENS PENCILS 7% BITING NAILS 5% WING BUBBLES 5% fay What is YOUR most frequent habit? BITING NAILS 35% CHEWING ON PENS PENCILS BLOWING BUBBLES 21% SNAPPING CHOMPING GUM 10% SMOKING 10% 24% J William Lawrence (EMI) Dale Leatch (11) Renee Lewandowski (11) Darin Lillie (10) Krystal Lindsay (9) Joe Loiacano (11) Margurita Lopez (9) David Loviska (10) Ida Low (11) Marci Low (11) Jessie Lytle (10) Tony Mace (11) leff Majszak (11) Jodi Majszak (9) Tom Maki (11) Tim Malcolmson (9) Jason Mandley (11) Kandi Markey (10) Kara Markey (9) Josh Martin (11) Angelia Matteson (EMI) Jim Maurer (9) Jim McClellan (10) Jake McKinley (11) Renee McKinnon (9) Mike McNeil (9) Todd McTaggart (11) lamie Medbery (9) Bud Meier (10) Dave Melloh (11) Kathe Mercer (10) Cherie Merriam (10) Michelle Meyers (10) Steve Mieske (10) Tapio Miettenen (11) Scott Miles (10) Bob Miller (11) Mary Miller (EMI) Michelle Minzghor (10) Jason Mooney (10) Christen Moore (10) Dalene Moore (10) Shelley Moore (9) Brian Morgan (11) Dan Morrison (9) Dawn Muma (10) Tony Muma (11) Laura Murray (11) Maria Murray (9) UNDERCLASSMEN LAWRENCE-MURRAY We're all in this together cc BASHto'CASH Work: it’s the cure to chronic poverty and mooching off your friends. If you’ve ever been broke, you know the feeling. “It’s like being stranded. You can’t do anything or go anywhere. You’re just stranded,” sophomore Jennifer Porath said. Fortunately, for those who could find employment, a paycheck cured these problems. Saving and spending comprised just a couple of the many things students found to do with money. “I don’t get paid nearly enough and it’s almost impossible to save what little I make,” freshman Dave Havlick said. Well, so much for saving. Teenagers have a multitude of expenses which seem to eat up the little cash flow they have. The greatest of these expenses is transportation and the costs that go along with it. “It costs me about $400 a year for insurance and $10 a week for gas to keep my car on the road,” junior Mike Danes said. Compound cars with all the miscellaneous expenses such as food, clothes and entertainment and you have a lot of outward cash flow which needed to be compensated for by working. Chris Walsh EASY DOES IT. Part of her stocking job, sophomore Natalie Wedemeyer carefully builds a display at Hub Supermarket. Natalie has been working at Hub packing and stocking since her freshman year. Photo by Karen Cronin. Scott Myers (11) Heather Noerr (11) loel Noerr (9) Frank Newmyer (10) Shelley Nichols (10) Tracy Nichols (9) Eric Noonan (10) Rebecca Nurse (10) Bobbi Ostrom (11) Michael Ostrom (9) Peter O'Toole (10) Cheri Pace (10) Cindy Pacini (11) Chris Pappas (10) Scott Parris (EMI) Stephanie Parrott (10) Amy Patterson (11) Barbie Pawlica (10) Lisa Pawlica (11) Timothy Peterson (EMI) Becky Phelps (11) Barry Phillips (10) Angela Plackowski (10) Traci Pooley (10) PEOPLE That's ALL We Need How much money do you earn per week? S 11% OVER $150 $ S % sm-siso S80-$12Q $ S40-SS. $ UNDER 540 37% How much money do you spend per week? $ 5% OVER $100 $60-$ $ $20 $ UNDER $20 Jennifer Porath (10) Mary Anne Porath (11) Marc Pulcifer (11) Julie Putnam (9) Denny Ratliff (10) Joe Rhoton (9) Terry Rhoton (11) Joe Richardson (EMI) Nancy Rigling (10) Sharee Ringwald (10) Jason Ripke (10) Ceanine Ritter (10) Kevin Sage (10) Kim Sapp (10) Tina Sawyer (10) Jim Schneider (10) Dan Schroeder (9) Tiffany Schwartz (10) MONEY-MAKING MELODIES. Banging out a beat, senior Dave Deamud practices for an upcoming gig. Dave and senior Don Metkiff have been playing bars and weddings for a year. What started out as a $10 a night job now earns S80. Photo by Chris Walsh. Greg Roberts (10) Cathy Robinson (9) Pam Robinson (11) Tricia Rohlfs (11) Rob Rosier (11) Amy Rzycki (9) UNDERCLASSMEN MYERS-SCHWARTZ We're all in this together SNOW WAY Cabin fever: a disease which reaches epidemic proportions in the months between December and March in the North m country. You just can’t )[ escape the captivity forced by the frigid temperatures and ice and snow of winter. “When I wasn’t sitting around waiting for summer, I did some skiing and rode my snowmobile,” senior Jeff Crystal said. Early snowfall allowed students to hit the slopes earlier than in past years. The snow, however, didn’t pile up enough to provide the students with even a single snow day. ’SNO JOKE. Getting help from a friend, senior Missy Boyersmith tries to start her stalled truck. Dead batteries plagued student during the cold winter months. Photo by Terry Howell. W I listen to my short wave radio to see what countries I can pick up when it’s too cold to go outside. 7 Junior Jason Mandley He ■ Ironically, Houghton Lake had won a lawsuit in 1986 which meant, contrary to new state law, their snow days didn’t have to be made up. Because of frigid temperatures, many students curtailed outdoor activities. When the weather became more tolerable, the snow disappeared, putting an early end to skiing, snowmobiling and even ice fishing. A late spring break at the end of April made it a prime year for cabin fever. But when the weather cooperated during those long months, students found a variety of activities to occupy their time, from playing cards and watching television to ice fishing and skiing and even hibernation. “I sleep when the weather gets too bad. There’s nothing else to do,” junior Loretta Baese said. Chris Walsh FOUR-WHEELED FUN. Escaping the winter blahs, junior Tony Muma takes his four wheeler for a ride around the school parking lot. Tony had a 30 mile ride to school from his Maple Valley home. Photo by Karen Cronin. Corrine Seiler (9) Tammy Self (9) Tina Self (11) Rosemary Servas (10) D.J. Sharrard (11) Paul Sherman (EMI) Steven Sherwood (9) Melissa Shipp (11) Robert Showalter (9) David Sluck (11) Brian Smith (10) Daniel Smith (10) Greg Smith (10) Sonya Smith (9) Trista Smith (10) Greta Soderman (10) ft n p .{fl 3 «ijjHj 10 - PEOPLE That's ALL We Need H ’ ' , 3 Amy Southwell (10) Russell Sperry (10) Darla St. Louis (11) Christine Stead (10) Chrissy Stenzel (9) Matt Stevens (10) Randall Stevenson (10) Tim Storey (11) Dick Stout (9) Tammy Stripling (9) Brad Stuck (10) Scott Sullivan (11) Shawn Sullivan (10) Michelle Swanson (10) Shannon Swider (11) Laura Swope (11) Tim Swope (10) Erika Szyska (9) Chris Taft (9) Karen Taylor (11) Guthrie Terry (11) Nicole Thompson (10) Stacy Thompson (9) Eric Tiepel (10) UNDERCLASSMEN SEILER-TIEPEL We're all in this together When students in Houghton Lake want to meet new friends, they think Rock House. But when students in Kuopio, Finland, want to meet new friends, they think bigger- they think America. “My parents expected me to be an exchange student because my brother Timo was an exchange student in California. I wanted a new experience in a different culture and a chance to meet new people and learn the English language better,” 17-year-old Finnish exchange student Tapio Miettinen said. Being an exchange student appealed to Finnish students. Thirty students in his school became exchange students during their junior year. According to Tapio, there is not that much difference between countries. “For excitement, people go downhill and water skiing. fishing, sailing and dancing, which I don't miss because I have done the same exciting things in Houghton Lake,” Tapio said. He missed the high mountains, however, and the Finnish candy. But he’ll also miss the friends he has made in America. Tapio lived with the Kiffner family on Lake James. He enjoyed doing things with the family. “Mr. Kiffner travels a lot because of his job, which is a lot different for me because my dad was always home. Everytime I go out it seems like I learned something new about people in the United States.” Except for missing his family, Tapio was glad he came to a place with different customs to learn. “The culture may be different, but the activities that people do are similar to what people do in Kuopio,” Tapio concluded. Ed Zarzyski ALIEN TALK. Exchange student Tapio Miettinen talks about Finnish candy and his experiences in Finland to seniors Chris Walsh and Craig Stouffer. Aside from his academic classes, Tapio participated in varsity football, which was unavailable in Finland. Photo by Carrie Mieske. Michelle THford (9) Julie Toth (9) Tracy Trethewey (9) Tricia Turner (10) Kim Tyson (9) Bill Urbach (11) Lori Urbach (11) Tricia VandenBos (9) Tom VanWormer (10) Tracy Wager (10) Julie Walker (11) Robby Watkins (EMI) Natalie Wedemeyer (10) Michelle Welch (11) Dan Werner (11) Ken Werner (9) Dawn Whaley (EMI) Amy Widdis (9) Dawn Wierzbicki (11) Stacy Wierzbicki (10) Ron Wiggins (10) Roneka Wilcox (9) Mark Williams (11) Steve Williamson (9) [Ho- PEOPLE That's ALL We Need Christa Willoughby (11) Peggy Wilson (9) Suprena Wilson (11) Martin Wilt (9) Kim Wirick (9) Dawna Witfoth (10) Angel Wood (9) Sara Woodwyk (11) Dawn Wooley (10) Sherry Worden (10) Kenny Wurm (9) Barbie Yennior (11) Jamie Yennior (10) Shellie Yennior (11) Steve Szach (9) Kim Zarzyski (9) Would you like to be an exchange student? YES 61% NO 39% What country would UNDERCLASSMEN TILFORD -ZARZYSKI 111 We're all in this together illi Read all about it! ( Hit by the Wave—FINALLY! Well, it’s about time! For the first time in the high school’s history, the administration allowed two Coke machines to be brought in for the students. “We went around to all the classrooms asking the students to please pick up all the litter in the halls for six weeks, just so we could get a pop machine,” senior Maria Ignat said. Principal Mr. Szewczyk challenged the students to the six-week campaign, promising them that the machines would be delivered if they maintained trash- free halls during the entire period. The students met the challenge. When the pop machines finally arrived on January 28, they went over so well that an additional machine was ordered which dispensed only Coke. Although teachers didn’t allow students to drink pop in class, students purchased it before school and between classes, keeping it in their lockers to drink throughout the day. All three machines were placed in the cafeteria. “I think getting the pop machines was a really good idea. I just wish they hadn’t waited until my last year to do it,” senior Terry Howell said. The administration intends to split the profit from the machines between classes and organizations such as the National Honor Society, student senate, journalism, drama and Spanish Club. In order Catch the nave! Maneuvering his way through the doors, a Coca Cola products employee moves the first of three Coke machines into the school. This marked the first time there have been pop machines in the school. Photo by Carrie Mieske. to share in the profits, members of each organization had to contribute time after school to stock the machines. The cost of the purchases originally started at 50 cents but, because students more often stashed cans in their lockers instead of returning them, the cost was raised to 60 cents to cover the 10 cent deposit on the cans. Although profits for the first year remain undetermined, Mr. Szewczyk hopes the money raised will be enough to do away with all money-making projects at the high school. Kelley Coberley PEOPLE That's ALL We Need Opening Up a New Way of Life Never say goodbye! High school Faculty Member of the Year and home economics teacher Pauline Pruden retired at the end of the school year after spending 27 years in the teaching profession, the last 22 of which have been in Houghton Lake. “I love young people and have enjoyed my years of teaching. I trust that I have had a positive influence on the students who have come through my classroom,” Mrs. Pruden said. Faculty members honored her on May 11 with a cake and gift. Students threw a surprise party with the help of business teacher Mrs. Liz Thompson later in the year. Teachers bid Mrs. Pruden a final farewell at the annual all- school lucheon June 5. Continuing to assist her husband with his pastorate, enjoying her hobbies of sailing, reading and entertaining, and also traveling and spending time with her children and grandchildren all figure into Mrs. Pruden’s retirement plans. Kelley Coberley A a home ec. teacher Mrs. Pauline Pruden opens her presents, junior Tina Self and sophomores Kandi Markey, Bernice Fischer and Trista Smith admire one of the gifts she received. The home ec. classes gave a retirement party for Mrs. Pruden at the end of May. Photo by Carrie Mieske. I Living the Ufe Down Under Consulting an atlas at her going away party, junior Karin Akin points out to sophomore Natalie Wedemeyer where she is going in Australia. Karin will spend 11 months in Kempsey, New South Wales, as an exchange student. Photo by Evie Breedlove. G’day, Mate! Or should that be hello friend? The greeting really depends on where you are. For junior Karin Akin, it’s going to be g’day, mate for 11 months. Karin, as part of the Youth for Understanding program, became an exchange student to Kempsey, New South Wales, Australia in January. She left Houghton Lake on January 21 and flew to San Francisco where she met up with other exchange students. “I had to wear a little blue beanie so they can tell all of the different groups apart,” Karin said. She then flew from San Francisco to Australia, a 20-hour trip, for a two-day orientation before meeting her host family. “I’ve been trying to decide what I should call my host parents. I’ll probably end up calling them Mum and Dad,” Karin said. While Karin lives in Australia, she will be just like her host family’s daughter. She will go to school, travel during her vacations, and even attend her host mother’s brother’s wedding. “I’ll share a room with their daughter Rebecca and I can change families if we don’t get along. I don’t think I’ll have to, though, because they sound so nice,” she said. Karin will return home in December 1987 to finish her senior year and graduate from Houghton Lake. Kelley Coberley CURRENT EVENTS 1 1 We're all in this together I iO PEOPLE That's ALL We Need Michael E. Aho: Football 1,2; Basketball 1,2,4; Baseball 1; Yearbook Staff 3.4; Ski Club 1,2,3,4; Student Senate 3,4, Class Secretary 3; Class Treasurer 4 Diane M. Archer Choir 1; Spanish Club 1; Ski Club 1,2,3,4 Brent S. Barkway: Football 1,2,3,4; Ski Club 1,2,3,4 Ken Bates: Ski Club 4 Eric Bisballe: Football 1,2,4; Baseball 1,2,4; Ski Club 1 Brian Biskner Football 1,2, Track 3; Ski Club 4 Gary Bourdow: Football 1,2,3,4; Basketball 1,2,3; Ski Club 1,2,3,4 Melissa Kay Boyersmith: Softball 1,2,3,4, Gymnastics 1; Drama 2,3,4;Varsity Club 1 How much time do you spend at school each day? than 9 hours HOME COURT Home away from home. That’s how some students described school. “With schoolwork, practice and journalism as part of my schedule, there aren’t enough hours in a day. After seven hours of school, I go to volleyball practice and then I have deadlines in journalism. I sometimes find myself in the darkroom until 9:00 p.m. It doesn?t bother me too much because I like sports and photography, but sometimes I spend more time at school then I do at home,” senior Karen Cronin said. Usually when the bell rang at ALL IN A DAY’S WORK. Listening to a tape, senior KelWe Stevens and juniors Mary Anne Porath and Michelle Dusseau enjoy a little free time while sophomore Kathe Mercer gets her homework done before the volleyball game. Matches took place after school so most players didn’t have time to go home before games began at 6:00 p.m. Photo by Terry Howell. 6 I don't mind spending a lot of time at school because there is always a friend to hang a around with, w I Senior Jane Cowdrey 3:15, it meant catch the bus for a ride home, but for some the day seemed like it was just beginning. Students who played sports had practice right after school or sometimes from 6:00 to 8:00 at night. “It’s true I spend a lot of time at school, but I enjoy playing sports, so the extra time spent is worth it,” senior Jeff Thompson said. Some classes required extra hours at school, such as staying evenings to print pictures and write copy for the yearbook or rehearsing a play in drama. The majority felt it worth the time. “Even with all the time I spend in school, I still make time for extracurricular activities. I am a cheerleader for football and basketball, I’m in drama and beauty shop,” sophomore Cheri Pace said. Time spent after school was not the same as time spent during classes. It became a home away from home. “It seems like I spend my whole day in the journalism room, but I enjoy the homey atmosphere and there is always a lot of work to do,” senior Amy Jenkins said. Ed Zarzyski Steven J. Brimmer: Baseball 2,4; Class Treasurer 2 Shannon Kay Bunn: Cheerleading 1 Becky Louise Burdine: Cheerleading 2; Choir 2,3 Lisa Mae Butson: Softball 4, Drama 4; Choir 1,2,4 Georgina Cabay: Softball 1; Gymnastics 1,2,3; Band 1,2; Ski Club 1 Charles Raymon Calkins Jr.: Drama 2,3,4; Choir 1,2,3,4; Band 1,2; NHS 3,4; Ski Club 1,2 Kari Caster Softball 4, Track 1;Cheerleading 1,2,3,4, Ski Club 2,3,4 Paula Jean Catlin: Band 2,3,4 SENIORS AHO-CATLIN ,i is We're all in this together 1 U Randi Irene Chidester Gymnastics 1,2,3; Cheerleading 1,2,3,4; Varsity Club 1, Homecoming Court 1,4, Class President 2; Vice-President 1 Kelley Rene Coberiey: Cheerleading 1; Yearbook Staff 3.4; NHS 3,4; Ski Club 2; Student Senate 2 Sheridan Cole: Football 1,2,3,4; Baseball 1,2,3; Track 4 Bill Couch: Ski Club 1,2,3,4 Jane Marie Cowdrey: Basketball 1, Track 1,2; Drama 3; Choir 1; NHS 3,4; Spanish Club 1,2,3,4; Student Senate 1.2.3.4, Class Vice-President 3; Secretary 2,4; Volleyball 4, Spanish Club President 4 Eric J. Cowles: Football 1,2,3,4; Basketball 1,2,3,4; Baseball 2.3 Karen Lynn Cronin: Softball 1,2,3,4, Cheerleading 1,2; Yearbook Staff 3.4, NHS 3,4; Ski Club 1,2,3,4; Student Senate 1; Volleyball 4 Jeff Crystal: Ski Qub 4 Gary Davidson MeUssa J. Davis: Track 1.3; Choir 1,2; NHS 3,4; Ski Club 1,2,3,4 David Wilder Deamud: Band 1.2.3.4, NHS 3,4; Spanish Club 3; Ski Club 1,2,3,4 Kristin Dery: Cheerleading 1,2,3,4; Yearbook Staff 3,4, Drama 2; Ski Club 2,3,4 FAMILY TIES V J Family vacations? Yuk! ' Who needs them? Visiting relatives who - haven’t seen you since you were “this high.’’ Having your cheeks pinched by an aunt who keeps telling _ you how much you’ve grown. Getting your picture taken until you think you’ll have perma- smile for the rest of the week. Probably not high on your list of things to do, right? “I’ll never forget the trip my family took to the Upper 6 We'd probably kill each other after that much time together. J Freshman Autumn Brown Peninsula. We spent 10 hours singing stupid songs! You can only take ‘Old McDonald’ so many times,’’ senior Mary Maki said. But family vacations can’t be all bad. Going camping or visiting someplace you’ve always wanted to see might turn out to be more fun with your family. “I’ll always remember the time my family went to the Grand Canyon. My brother climbed over the guardrail and almost fell. Too bad he didn’t but at least he made it memorable,” senior Judi LaRoque said. Kelley Coberiey PEOPLE That's ALL We Need Kimberly Dinsmoore: Basketball 1,2,3; Softball 1,2,3,4; All-Conference Softball 3; Cheerleading 1,2,3; Yearbook Staff 4, Drama 2,3,4; NHS 3,4; Ski Club 1,2,3,4 Kimberly Sue Dotson: Gymnastics 1, Drama 2; Choir 1,2 Daniel D.Draper Golf 1,4; Ski Club 2,3 Steve Fageriie: Football 1,2,3,4; Basketball 1,2; Ski Club 2,3,4 Annette Fischer Track 1,2,3; Choir 1,2,3; Ski Club 1,2,3,4 Ralph Martin Fowler Ski Club 4 SAY “SUNSHINE!” Just before leaving on their trip for Bellaire Beach, Florida, Houghton Lake teachers Mr. Matt Frisk, Mr. Ken Warner, Mr. Tom Shipp, Mr. Jack Kramer and Mr. John Blankenship gathered with their families for a group picture. A total of six cars transported the group on their 25 hour trip during spring break. Photo by Dick Brown. SENIORS CHIDESTER-FOWLER We're all in this together Heidi French: Basketball 1,2; Track 1,2,3; Cheerleading 1,2,3,4; Yearbook Staff 3,4; Band 1; NHS 3,4; Ski Club 1,2,3,4; Student Senate 2; Homecoming Court 4; Class Secretary 1, Treasurer 3 Ellen Maria Gifford: Softball 4; Volleyball 4 Nicole Marie Gross: Gymnastics 1, Cheerleading 2,3,4; Band 1 Valerie Hammonds Donald Hancock: Football 1,2; Basketball 1,2; Baseball 4 Andrew Hejka: Golf 2,3,4; Basketball 1,2; Baseball 3,4; Yearbook Staff 2,4; Band 1,2; NHS 3,4; Ski Club 2,3,4 Tenry E. Howell Jr.: Track 4; Yearbook Staff 4, Drama 2,3,4; Choir 1, 2,3,4; Spanish Club 4; Ski Club 1,2,3,4 Lisa A. lanitell V PU r 1',PEE WEE Yabba dabba doo! O After five years this famous phrase is back, brand new and no longer Ofor children only. With it came an increased teenage viewing audience. Ihhbb Television networks have started to bring back |Hf some of the older cartoons. “Flintstone Kids,” a spinoff of “The Flintstoncs,” and “The UJetsons” were some of the recycled cartoons 1 most preferred by students. “I like the older cartoons more because the new ones are too far-fetched, even for today’s television,” junior Marc Pulcifer said. The cartoons that have come out in the past few years feature little blue creatures, man-chasing ghosts, and high schools in outer space. These concepts appealed to some W I think a lot of high school students watch cartoons but are just too embarrassed to say so. Senior Terry Nevills Saturday morning fans. “I like the new cartoons because they’re more detailed, exciting and fun to watch,” sophomore Tricia Turner said. Even though the stations have brought back some of the older and more popular cartoons and have kept the long-running Bugs Bunny series, reruns still didn’t compare with the new cartoons’ technology or popularity. “Both the new cartoons and the older ones are about the same. The new cartoons have better animation and technology, but the older ones are more down to earth,” sophomore Angela Plackowski said. So move over, little brother and sister. High schoolers have rediscovered cartoons. Rob Goodnow RERUN FUNNIES. Viewing one of their favorite cartoons, seniors Gar) Bourdow, Brent Bark way and Jeff Thompson watch “Pee Wee’s Playhouse.” Because they were unable to watch their favorite cartoons on Saturday, they recorded them to watch during the week. Photo by Karen Cronin. 118 PEOPLE A J.V That's ALL We Need Maria Ignat: Basketbafl 1,2,3.4, Track 1,2,3; Gymnastics 1, Yearbook Staff 4; Drama 3,4; Choir 1,2; NHS 3,4; Ski Club 1,2 Theresa Marie Jammer Basketball 1; Softball 1,2,3,4; Varsity Club 2; Volleyball 4 Amy L Jenkins: Track 1,2; Yearbook Staff 2,3,4; NHS 3,4; Ski Club 1,2,3 Keith Keller Rodney Korbinski: Football 4; Ski Club 2,3,4 Kevin M. Koscielecki: Ski Club 1 Kevin Michael Kowalski: Baseball 2,4 Joe LaPrad: Ski Club 1.2,3,4 Do you watch cartoons? YES 78% NO 22% TOP FIVE % 25 BOTTOM FIVE % 7 28 17 0 1 I SENIORS FRENCH-LAPRAD We're all in this together 'CHALLENGE Closed campus always rneant school lunch. Until, now, that is. Students found ordering from the local pizza restaurants a pleasant change from the school lunch program. Although closed campus still made deliveries the only way to gel pizza, the Za Shop provided delivery free to the school. “I like ordering from the Za Shop for lunch. It’s a lot better than eating the school lunch. Too bad it’s too expensive to order every day,” junior Russ Decker said. • Group rates make ordering pizza within my budget for the week. J Sophomore Amy Southwell i By dividing the price of the pizza among four people it still cost about twice as much as the school lunch. “I only order pizza once or twice a week because it is too expensive to order every day,” senior Craig Stouffer said. Still, every day the delivery man brought pizza either for students or the administration. In the past, the administration and faculty reserved sole right to order out. Principal Ron Szewczyk allowed students the privilege for the first time, opening their way to order pizza bread, salads and, most popular, pizza. Andy Hejka Where do you get your pizza? 38% BUCCILU'S 19% LITTLE CAESAR’S Judi Lynn LaRoque: Spanish Club 4 Kerry Lynn Lashley Glen Lillie: Football 1,2,3,4; Basketball 2; Track 1; Ski Club 1,2 3,4 teann M. Littlejohn: Softball 4 Scott R. Maass: Football 1,2,3,4; Basketball 1; Baseball 2,3; Ski Club 1,2,3,4 Steve Maass: Football 1,2,3,4; Baseball 2,3; Ski Club 1,2,3,4 PEOPLE That's ALL We Need PIZZA ATTACK! Seniors Brenda Serdel, Charlie Calkins, Kelly Coberley, Theresa Jammer and Becky Burdine eat a Za pizza for lunch. “Ordering out for pizza is a pleasant change form the school lunches. Unfortunately it’s too expensive to order every day,” Theresa commented. Photo by Terry Howell. HOT LUNCH. Troy Winchel from the Za Shop delivers a pizza to junior Suzie Bow man during 4B lunch. Troy delivered an average of four pizzas daily to the high school. Photo by Karen Cronin. Mary Rose Maki: Spanish Club 1.2.3.4 Carolyn Marie Maurer Stacy Ann McClue: Basketball 1; Softball 1,2 Kimberly K. McEvers: Basketball 1,2; Softball 1; Track 2; Cheerleading 1,3, Ski Club 1.2.3.4 Michelle Rae McKenzie: Yearbook Staff 2; Choir 3 Scott Mead: Football 1,2 Carrie Lyn Mieske: Track 1,2,3,4; Cheerleading 1,2,4; Yearbook Staff 2,3,4; NHS 3,4; Spanish Club 3; Homecoming Court 2,3; Class President 3,4 Jason Nellist Craig Nixon: Ski Club 1,2,3,4 Pat O'Neil: Football 1,3,4; Track 2,3,4 Jodie Ostrom: Basketball 1,2; Softball 1,2,3,4; Cheerleading 1,2,3,4; Yearbook Staff 4, NHS 3,4; Ski Club 1,2 James N. O'Toole: Football 1,2,3,4; All-Conference Football 3,4;Basketball 1,2,3,4; Baseball 1,2,3,4; Yearbook 4; NHS 3,4 SENIORS LAROOUE-O'TOOLE We're all in this together Toni Ann Palm: Softball 1,2,3; Cheerleading 1,2 Melissa Marie Parier: Spanish Club 2 Heidi Peshick: Ski Club 2,3 Julie Anette Peters: Spanish Club 1 Jeneen Marie Pkhe: Track 1,2,3,4; NHS 3,4; Spanish Club 1,2,3,4; Ski Club 1,2,3,4; Homecoming Court 3,4 jammie Rae Pielak: Softball 2; Gymnastics 1,2; Cheerleading 1,2,3,4; Yearbook Staff 4; Drama 2,3; NHS 3,4; Ski Club 3,4, Student Senate 3,4, Homecoming Court 4 Terry Ritter Frank Schultz: Ski Club 2,3,4 What invention most appeals to you? PEOPLE That's ALL We Need TRUE TIME MACHINE 13% Brenda Serdefc Track 1,2,3,4; Band 1,2; Ski Club 2,3 Jeffrey Sherwood: Football 1,2,4; Ski Club 1,2,3,4 Shirley Shreve: Choir 1,2,3; Spanish Club 2; Ski Club 1 Amber Smith: Choir 1,2,3,4 Trina E. Smith: Track 1,2; Gymnastics 1; Cheerleading 1; Choir 1,2,4; Ski Club 1,2,3 Phillip Andrew Spicer Football 1; Track 1; NHS 3,4, Spanish Club 3; Ski Club 1,2,3,4; Class President 1 Rod Stender Football 1,2,3; Track 1,2; Ski Club 1,2,3,4 Kellie Lynn Stevens: Basketball 1; Softball 1,2,3,4; Band 1, NHS 3,4; Ski Club 2,3,4; Volleyball 4 MAN MADE Flashes of bright light, swlT s 0f smoke, and an unpleasant odor fill the laboratory,. Suddenly you hear a loud bang and the final puff of smoke m stings your eyes. In front of you appears the wildest, most out-of-this- world device you ever dreamed could be invented, but what exactly is it? “The ultimate invention would be a robot that will start your car, scrape your windows, and get it warm for you in the winter,” junior Cindy Pacini said. Opinions of the ultimate invention varied. Some students AMID THE MESS. Surrounded by the clutter of her messy room, sophomore Kandi Markey sorts through her discarded clothes. Junior Shanon Blankenship's idea of an invention to automatically clean a dirty room would be helpful to Kandi at this point. Photo by Terry Howell. preferred inventions that would help them with school. “A machine that did all of your homework for you would be great,” senior Steve Maass said. “A machine that made you smart instantly would be better,” junior Becky Phelps argued. Others preferred an invention that dealt with time. “I would like a time machine that would allow you to go into time to see what the future would be like,” freshman Kim Dworzynski said. “Or a machine that allowed you to go back in time and change things that you’ve done,” freshman Brian Colby said. With all the ideas for inventions, ranging from a money tree to a solar-powered sports car, the only thing needed now would be one last invention: an invention to create these inventions. Kelley Coberley SENIORS PALM-K. STEVENS 1 99 We're all in this together 1 Cl o Martin B. Stevens: Football 1; Basketball 1; Track 1; Ski Club 1,2,3,4 Craig Daniel Stouffen Band 1,2,3,4; Ski Club 1,2,3,4 Regina Sussex: Football 4; Softball 1,2; Drama 4; Spanish Club 2 Tim Suzor Football 1,2,3; Basketball 1,2,3; Baseball 1,2,3; Ski Club 1,2 Tracy Sweet: Ski Club 1,2 )eff Thompson: Football 1.2,3,4; Basketball 1,2,3,4; Track 1,2,3,4; NHS 3,4, Ski Club 1,2,3,4 lason Tuck: Basketball 1; Ski Club 3 Kimberly Dawn Walker: Basketball 1,2; Choir 1,2,3; Ski Club 3,4 Christopher Jude Walsh: Football 1; Track 1,2; Yearbook Staff 4; NHS 3,4, Spanish Club 1,2,3; Ski Club 1.2.3.4 Art Wedemeyen Football 1; Track 2, Choir A Ski Club 3 Heidi Widdis Chris Wiggins: Football 1,2, Basketball 1,2,3; Ski Club 1.2.3.4 Steve Wilder Tammy Sue Winchel: Basketball 1; Softball 2,3; Gymnastics 1; Cheerleading 2; Ski Club 3, Student Senate 1 Dina C. Witfoth: Ski Club 3,4 John Wyckoff: Ski Club 2,3,4 SENIORS NOT PICTURED: Leslie M. Wyman: Basketball 1,2, Cheerleading 1; NHS 3,4 Edward Joseph Zarzyski, Jr.: Golf 1,2,3, Basketball 1,2; Yearbook Staff 4; Ski Club 3; Class Secretary 2, Class Treasurer 1 Mike Akin: Ski Club 2 Mark Carrick: Basketball 1 Michael Alan Chrispell: Ski Club 2,3,4 Rosebud Dietrick Del Wayne Emery Eli K. John Kurt Kuzimski Donald D. Metkiff: Choir 2; Band 4; Ski Club 1 Gary Lee Nevills Terry Lynn Nevills. Eric Newcomb Kirk Rase Frank Wild: Golf 1,2, Track 1, Band 1,2, Ski Club 1,2, 3,4 Cara Wilson Richard Witfoth: Basketball 1,2; Baseball 1,2,3,4 Terry Woods: Golf 2, Ski Club 2,3,4 1 oa PEOPLE 1 tl“ Tnat's ALL We Need c uu SneaH PREVIEW LET’S GO, GREEN! Or is it red, yellow or maybe brown? Future school colors Ojust began the list of questions that could not be put off by college- U bound seniors about to graduate. To choose a large university or a small private college? To stay close to home or attend out of state? To remain with old friends or find new ones? And finally whether or not to go at all? For a person that chose not to go to college, all of these questions became irrelevant. “I’m going into the service for five years so I can LOOKING AHEAD. In order to become better acquainted with Delta College in Saginaw, senior Annette Fischer talks with Delta student and Houghton Lake graduate Ann Walsh about the campus and college life in general. Annette will be attending Delta in the fall as a freshman. Photo by Kelley Coberley. make some money. Maybe then I’ll go,” senior Jeff Sherwood said. But the people that did decide to continue their education had to find answers for these questions and more before deciding which college to attend. Some students found this easy. They knew what they wanted and found a college to match that. For example, senior Rod Stender knew exactly where he wanted to go. “I’m going to Delta because I wanted a two-year business school in the Saginaw area. I visited the campus and it just seemed like the place for me,” Rod said. Deciding where to go was difficult for some prople though. “I really don’t know what I want to do yet. I’m thinking about going to Mid Michigan for two years until I figure out what I want,” senior Lisa Ianitelli said. For the people that were unsure of where they wanted to attend, several methods could be used to make the final decision. Throwing darts blindfolded, flipping a coin or even making a rational, well thought out decision sometimes worked. No matter what the tactics used, though, the result remained the same: a place to eat, sleep, learn, party, grow and sport new school colors. Jim O’Toole Four graduates from Houghton Lake, Miss Brenda Hancock, Mrs. Liz Thompson, Mrs. Brenda Collins and Mrs. Elaine Jansen, returned to Houghton Lake High School, but this time as part of the teaching faculty. Lack of jobs wasn’t the only reason the four graduates returned. “My sophomore year I moved to Farmington and I really missed Houghton Lake. Before I moved I was like everyone else. I couldn’t wait to get out of here. In a small town you know everyone, but in the city you could walk down the hall in your pajamas and no one would even notice,” business teacher Liz Thompson said. FOR OLD TIME SAKE Reminiscing career education teacher Miss Brenda Hancock looks back through one of her high school yearbooks. Miss Hancock, one of four Houghton l,ake graduates to return as teachers, graduated in 1980 from Houghton take. Photo by Evie Breedlove. PEOPLE That's ALL We Need partvHARDLY! Faculty members plead not guilty when accused of being party animals by students. A survey taken of 50 students showed that twice as many felt that faculty members spent their weekends partying as did staying at home watching television with their family or preparing work for school on Monday. “I SUMMER JOB. Teachers don’t always spend their summers relaxing. With West Virginia Adviser Mr. Earl Straight, Yearbook Adviser Mrs. Lynn Strause takes part in a skit during her two- week teaching period at Ball State. “After finishing the yearbook and teaching two workshops, I get about two weeks off before school starts,” Mrs. Strause said. Photo by Karen Cronin. FAMILY FARE. Outside of school, teachers spent time with their families which was sometimes complicated by busy schedules. Teacher and coach Mr. Ken Warner shares time with son Kenny, wife Sue and daughter Katie at the Booster Club spaghetti dinner. Photo by Evie Breedlove. to set a good( 11 think teachers like to party but they try to hide it from us because they want example a Junior Jeff Majszak HA ’ think they hide what they do on weekends. They are always saying that all students do is party and they turn around and do the same thing,” junior Shelly Yennior said. The misleading attitude shared by the students met resistance from faculty. “Most of the time I stay home with my family watching video tapes and relaxing. Once in awhile my husband and 1 go over to some friends to play cards and have a few drinks,” secretary Mrs. Cindy Bedell said. No matter what form it took, relaxing on the weekends became a priority for some faculty members. “I never think about work on the weekends. Usually I spend time with my family downhill skiing during the winter and boating in the summer,” Principal Mr. Ron Szewczyk said. But not all faculty members spent their weekends relaxing. “I spend part of my weekend with my Fiance listening to the radio and talking, but usually I Find myself correcting papers and preparing the coming week’s lesson plan,” career education teacher Miss Brenda Hancock said. “As a family person with young children, my wife and 1 don’t have enough time during the week to spend with our children because of our jobs so we spend a lot of time with them on the weekends and Find no time to party,” Counselor Mr. Jack Jury concluded. The verdict? Not guilty. Jammie Pielak Mrs. Marge Benjamin: Counselor Mr. James Bishoff: Chemistry, Physics Mr. John Blankenship: General Math IA, Algebra I, Introductory Geometry, Plane Geom- etry, Head Football Coach Mrs. Barb Blasky: Math III, Advanced Math IV, Introductory Geometry. Computer Liter- acy Mr. Mike Blasky: Michigan History, World Geography, Early American History, Freshman English, Developmental Reading. Varsity Baseball Coach Mrs. Brenda Collins: General Business, Health, Physical Education 9, Life Time Sports Mrs. Lynn Gellerman: Basic Skills, Student Senate Adviser Miss Brenda Hancock: Career Education, World Geography, J.V. and Varsity Football and Basketball Cheerleading Coach Mrs. Elaine Jansen: Sociology, Current Affairs. World History, Early Aamerican History Mr. Pete Javoroski: American Literature and Writing. Survey of Literature and Composi- tion, Varsity Golf Coach Mr. James Johnson: Biology, Advanced Biology, Girls Track Coach, Senior Class Adviser Mr. Jack Jury: Counselor Mrs. Claudia Kiffner: Secretary Mr. Jack Kramer: World Geography, Late American History, Psychology, Varsity Softball and J.V. Football Coach Mr. Rod Martin: Reading Improvement, Creative Writing, Freshman English, College Prep Writing, Drama, National Honor Society Adviser Mr. Chuck Mercer Consumer Math, Earth Science, General Science, General Math. J.V. Softball and Varsity Girls Basketball Coach FACULTY AND ADMINISTRATION 1 27 We're all in this together 1 Cl 1 T2 Mrs. Gail Pierson: EMI Mrs. Kay Price: Switchboard Operator, Counselors' Secretary Mr. Matthew Prisk: Physical Education. Advanced Phys. Ed., Assistant Varsity Football Coach Mrs. Pauline Pruden: Home Ec. I, Home Ec. II Mr. Tom Rachilla: Art I, Art II Mr. John Rigling: Metal I, Advanced Metal Mr. Ralph Sedore: General Math, Computer Literacy, Basic Programming, Pascal Programming Mrs. Lynn Strause: Freshman English, College Prep Literature, College Prep Grammar, Speech, Journalism, Yearbook Adviser Mrs. Lisa Sutton: Librarian Mrs. Sylvia Swarthout: EMI Mr. Ronald Szewczyk: Principal Mrs. Liz Thompson: Accounting I, Accounting II, Retailing, Shorthand Mr. Byron Townsend: National Government, State and Local Government, Honors Government, Boys Track Coach Mr. Greg Waller: Basic Skills Mr. Ron Walters: Drafting, Wood Shop I, Advanced Wood Shop Mr. Ken Warner Algebra IA, Algebra IIA, Chemistry I, Assistant J.V. Football Coach gtayinfl Sitting in class bored, while daydreams of warm places with palm trees and sandy beaches crowd Uyour mind. Thinking up great illnesses that will keep you home from school and allow you to ■ watch game shows. The student body experienced these symptoms known as the Monday morning or mid-winter blahs each year. But think of it. If the students got that down, what about the teachers? How did they stay excited month after month, year after year? “Asking the class questions that I can relate to the real world keeps me excited, especially since you can change the examples to fit real life situations,” chemistry and physics teacher Mr. Jim Bischoff said. Scheduling new activities every few days aided in maintaining excitement. “I’m constantly trying new things to keep everyone excited. If the kids are interested it m tne GAME 61 enjoy school, I enjoy the kids and I enjoy teaching so it’s not hard to stay a excited. J Teacher Barb Blasky starts a chain reaction and I get excited, too,” physical education and business teacher Mrs. Brenda Collins said. Members of the faculty attended conferences that dealt with their field of training. There they learned about new ideas and new products. “I attend a conference for computer science teachers where I learn about new ideas for innovation. These conferences and teacher inservice days help rejuvenate me and keep me excited,” computer science teacher Mr. Ralph Sedore said. And last, keeping a good outlook on things helped create excitement. “I enjoy what I’m doing and that keeps me excited,” biology teacher Mr. Jim Johnson said. Whether there was a mild case or an extreme case of the blahs floating around, the faculty found ways to combat it and maintain enthusiasm. Kelley Coberley SHOUT IT OUT. F'.nthusiasm erupts from the crowd at the girls district basketball game against Evart. Attending after-school activities provided one way for faculty members like Mrs. Liz Thompson and Miss Brenda Hancock to stay excited as well as involved with the students. Photo by Karen Cronin. PEOPLE That's ALL We Need Yes, the boy in the fourth row with the Bon Jovi shirt. How many times have you heard this? Do you get that ‘nobody’ feeling when you’ve been in class for three weeks and the teacher still doesn’t know your name? How do teachers learn students' names? “I know some of the kids from coaching, so when they come into class I already know their names,” NOTHING BUT PROBLEMS. After finding trouble with her history work, junior Dawn Curns receives help from history and sociology teacher Mrs. Elaine Jansen. “By putting the students in a seating chart and asking them questions in class, I am able to learn their names in at least two weeks,” Mrs. Jansen said. Photo by Evie Breedlove. social studies teacher Mr. Jack Kramer said. Although coaching may help in remembering the students’ names, looking at a seating chart was easier. “I use my seating chart to call on the students and after enough times I eventually learn their names,” science teacher Mr. Chuck Mercer said. And last but not least, having a good memory could definitely be helpful. “I call on the students by their full name on the first day of class. By looking at their faces and saying their full names I usually know them by the third day,” home economics teacher Mrs. Pauline Pruden concluded. SIDELINE SUPPORT. Excitedly shouting advice to the players on the court, junior varsity basketball coach Mr. Ken Warner assists varsity coach Mr. Jim Schneider with the varsity team during a game against Clare. “I get a rush when I'm coaching and something goes right,” Mr. Warner said. Photo by Karen Cronin. FACULTY AND ADMINISTRATION We're all in this together u want to stand out from everyone else, so I buy styles of clothes that no one else does. ?? Junior Cindy Pacini UI figured working in the bookstore would be a fun break from my other classes. ?? Senior Terry Nevills ■ 0 ADS That's ALL We Need ft cMaM up j 184 advertisers $7,985.00 in ad revenues 48 new advertisers All kinds of favorites ■ That’s all we need to make up our second most successful ad campaign. But that’s not all you‘11 find in our ad section. Check out the results of our school-wide survey and see who and what students favored for fast foods, music, name brands and more. ■ What are you waiting for? Turn the page and see how it all adds up! McDonald’s remains one of the biggest f, i' employers of students. Junior Renee Lewandowski, a veteran employee of 12 months, worked an average of 20 hours a week during school. To find out what McDonald's can offer, see their ad on page 132. Photo by Evie Breedlove. ■ Retailing provides students with on-the- job experience in running a store within the school. Students order, stock, inventory and work behind the counter. But on Parents Exchange Day, their parents took over and Mrs. Cowdrey, senior Jane Cowdrey’s mother, gets the first-hand experience. Find out what the Bobcat Den has to offer on page 132. Photo by Karen Cronin. AD DIVISION ±31 It all adds up The BOBCAT DEN I for all your school needs We also have an extensive selection of sportswear, posters, gifts and snacks Managed by Mrs. Thompson’s retailing class The Bobcat Den, the high school bookstore and more, is run by the 19 members of the retailing class. The store sells everything from candy bars to clothing. Photo by Karen Cronin. IT’S A GOOD TIME FOR THE GREAT TASTE McDonald's of Houghton Lake 3571 West Houghton Lake Dr. Houghton Lake, Michigan m ADS That's ALL We Need FLOWERS BY LORENC 4772 W. HOUGHTON LAKE DR. HOUGHTON LAKE. Ml 48629 Phone 517-366-9186 We Deliver TRIFLOPtST DOUG OR BARB LORENC “Do I need a lawyer?” You must if you have to ask! Call: BAUCHAN LAW OFFICES, P.C. SERVICE SINCE 1971 IN ALL AREAS NO FEE WITHOUT RECOVERY: 1. AUTOMOBILE ACCI06NTS 2. INDUSTRIAL ACCIDENTS 3. MALPRACTICE (MEDICAL. LEGAL. ETC.) 4. NO FAULT CLAIMS 5. PERSONAL INJURY CLAIMS 6. PRODUCT DEFECT INJURY 7. SOCIAL SECURITY CLAIMS 8. WORKERS' COMPENSATION FEE AVAILABLE BY PHONE: 1. BUSINESS TRANSACTIONS 2. CORPORATIONS 3. CRIMINAL DEFENSE 4. DIVORCE 5. ESTATE PLANNING 6. GENERAL PRACTICE 7. INSURANCE CLAIMS 8. LIQUOR LICENSE CHANGES 9. OIL GAS 10. PATENTS 4 TRADE MARKS 11. REAL ESTATE 12. WILLS 4 PROBATE MICHAa L BAUCHAN JURIS DOCTORATE ELECTRICAL ENGINEER 4C11 W. HOUGHTON LAKE OR.. P.0 BOX 879 HOUGHTON LAKE. MICH. 48629 (ON M-55 BETWEEN PINES THEATRE SCHOOL) (517)366-5361 RESIDENCE (517) 422-3435 HOUSE CALLS AVAR-ABLE . HOURS 8 A.M.-5 PM MON - Ftl. WEEKENDS A EVENINGS BY APPOINTMENT “ ★★★★★★★ « LET’S HEAR IT FOR Sports differ in terms of athletic ability, preparation and length of season. They also differ in terms of which ones people like to watch and which ones they like to play. While softball and baseball ranked first among students in favorite sports to play, they dropped to third in the choice of sports to watch. “I would much rather play baseball because it doesn’t matter how good you are, although it helps. But just to watch it, it just doesn’t hold your attention,” junior Tim Heine said. Although baseball ranked third as a favorite sport to watch, the Detroit Tigers ranked first among pro teams in Michigan. With baseball ranked behind football and basketball in sports to watch, why would the Tigers rate as the favorite pro team? “They are the only ones that have done anything good up to this point by going and winning the 1984 World Series. It just kind of carried over,” sophomore Chris Pappas said. Although sports encompassed a variety of activities, America’s favorite pastime is still on top in Houghton Lake. Mark Williams Football ranked as the number one sport to watch and the Houghton Lake vs. Roscommon game for the championship drew record attendance. Spectators cheered Houghton Lake to a 16-6 victory over the rival Bucks. Photo by Karen Cronin. CONGRATULATIONS CLASS OF ’87 ADS It all adds up 433 HOUGHTON LAKE POST 75 R Offic (517) 366-5196 Hutson Insurance Agency, Inc. 'All Forms of Insurance 3538 W. Houghton Lake Dr. THERESE (TERRI) HUTSON. Agent Rout 79. Box 146 WILLIAM (BILL) J. HUTSON. Agent Houghton Lake, Ml 48629 I— — Complete £me Doll Supplies (J 7ft £ C 0 Distubutoi, Cjxandma s Dolls 21S IJlicliiqaH Qlaijlinj, 7?liclt((jan 973 517-3 6223 QuenwaU - Risque - finished Dolls £i’eniteat Kiln Deale Dudley’s Student Shop STUDENT CLOTHING SHOP BOYS • PRE TEENS • YOUNG MEN • JUNIORS (517)345-1200 212 W. HOUGHTON AVE. WEST BRANCH. Ml 48661 DENNIS PENNY RUTYNA Appointment TUE HAIPEM BEAUTY SALON 85 V? w Houghton Lake Dr Prudenvilie. Ml 48651 (517) 366 5423 Zone 16 BOATS SNOWMOBILES CHAINSAWS DOCKS iHarrtsmt pnxtB ©enter 517£39-7026 117 FIRST ST. HARRISON. Ml ADS That's ALL We Need Welcomes You N W E S .Zone 24 Zone 23 Zone 22 Zone 20 Co. Rd. 100 Zone 19 i Zone 18 M-55 Zone 16 Zone 15 Prudenville MiTIL 7 LIZY HI 11 Dili 11 'SMrnm WE RENT MOVIES PLAYERS PRUDENVILLE M-55 1 2 Mile W ol the Playhouse (517) 366 8728 HOUGHTON LAKE M-55 Across From Little Caesar's (517) 422-4576 CbMle RESTAURANT CATERING 9074 OLD U S 27 HOUGHTON LAKE. Ml 48629 (517) 422-3812 JOHN MacKENZIE BARB BURNSIDE LAKE STREET EAST TAWAS. Mi 48730 (517) 362-5851 DICK. LIZ RICK MacKENZIE Sin 50 to 70% Ev§rydayl (517)422-4787 6820 W. Houghton Lake Dr Houghton Lake. Ml 48629 FACTORY OUTLET Ladies Apparel Gordon Alton Pauline (Lee) Alton Marines Were locking fora kwgood men and women Craig Sowa Staff Sergeant Office 616-946-4490 Alt 616-946-5391 U S. Marine Corps Delta Center. Suite i 04 4 1 5 Munson Ave. Traverse City. Ml 49684 im Member realtor Multi-List Inc. EARL JOHNSON REALTY, INC. AT HOUGHTON LAKE - ZONE 14 1244 W HOUGHTON LAKE DR. . PRUDENVILLE. Ml 48651 DOLORES WARD OFFICE: (517) 366-5522 ASSOCIATE BROKER HOME: (517) 366-5297 ADS It all adds up LET’S HEAR IT FOR Kelley Coberley Congratulations Kelley! Your dedication and sincerity will help you succeed in all you endeavor. The world is yours. We are very proud of you. Love ya, Mow, Dad Dave Chris Jacquie Glander 7-Eleven Store Franchisees Store 95 - Northern District 220 James Street Grayling. Michigan 49738 (517) 348-7737 Len Sunday Kowalski of Scott Mead Scott, Hope the next 18 years bring you as much happiness as you’ve brought us this past 18. Love, Mom, Dad and Matt Kim McEvers Kimberly Kay, Our lives were complete when blessed with you! We are very proud of you! Love, Dad and Mom HAMMOND VIEW GROCERY wish to congratulate the class of 1987 4 515 W. Houghton Lake Dr. ADS That's ALL We Need IRE O WN usa BFGoodrfch THINE TOtUUIO U. .A good year 1 B.E Goodrich r congratulations SENIORS Like a Good Neighbor Is There 366-5356 Gappy j 02oyaC OfloteC BILL LINDA CRENSHAW Owners “Open Year ’Round’’ Newly Decorated Carpeted Rooms WATERBEDS COLOR CABLE TVHBO Restaurant Next Door Close to State Forest for Snowmobiling-Cross Country Skiing Swimming Ice Fishing Visa • Master Charge American Express 6585 W. Houghton Lake Dr. 422-5733 STOP AND STAY AT THE ROSE O'DAY R(Ue O'ubcaf. Motel P.0 BOX 791 HOUGHTON LAKE. MICHIGAN 48629 Hot Hater Heat • Hall to Hall Carpeting Color TV in Karh Room •omplimentan Morning Coffee Direct Dial Phones - l«v • Cable TV Your Hosts: ELMER GLADYS SIKKEMA Telephone: (517) 366-8250 BEAUTIFUL HOUGHTON LAKE PLAYGROUND OF MICHIGAN ADS 1 T7 It all adds up iOi 1 CONGRATULATIONS AMY AND CLASS OF ‘87 Riteway Plumbing and Heating Carl Jenkins-Licensed 6560 M-55 St Helen Ml 48656 THE OYER 20 YEARS OF QUALITY SERVICE Phone (517) 389 4439 LET’S HEAR IT FOR (fac-A 'n(fall Rock, country, folk and gospel--all music, but only one registers in high school: rock ’n roll. Rock ranked number one as the favorite type of music for students. “Country music is okay, but when you’re in high school, rock keeps you pumped up. It keeps you going,” Maria Ignat or Maria Knight? Working at the radio station, senior music lover Maria Ignat goes by her air name Maria Knight. Maria works on AM 1290 on the graveyard shift. Photo by Terry Howell. freshman Brian Colby said. Along with the rock scene goesthe performance of a concert. Bon Jovi ranked first both as the favorite group and favorite concert among students. “Their concert made their music sound even better. They put so much into their performance that it didn’t even seem like a musical event, but rather a show,” junior Josh Martin said. He attended their performance at Joe Louis Arena on May 26. Mark Williams COME ANO STAY THE YEAR AROUND AT MOTEL GRAND Cot Tv • Salesmen • Sportsmen Welcome HOUGHTON LAKE MICH 48629 ON M 55 - ZONE 7 2 Ml E OF FREEWAY 27 C FUSCIARDI TEL (517) 422-5742 AIRPORT RESTAURANT 4724 E. Houghton Lake Dr. Houghton Lake 366-9027 ADS That's ALL We Need Commercial • Residential GRA YUNG FLOOR COVERING Quality You Can Stand On (517) 348-8934 Rt 4 Box 4005 Grayling. Ml 49738 109 LAKE PRUDENVILLE 366-7611 GOOD LUCK, SENIORS! West Branch 345-2862 Oscoda The Entire Charbonneau Family Welcomes You To z=Lrl 1 FAIUII V 0 FAMILY RESTAURANT SMORGASBORD DAILY Complete Menu - Take Out Pinconning Alpena Spicer's Boat City carries more than boats. They carry complete boating accessories in the summer and snowmobiles and outdoor accessories in the winter. Senior Phil Spicer helps out in the summer at the store next to the high school. Photo by Carrie Mieske. SPICER'S BOAT CITY 'SERVICE AFTER THE SALE' M-55 Houghton Lake Rt. 79, Box 89 Phone (517) 366-8400 Beckmans Sporting Goods 4015 W. Houghton Lake Dr. Zone 11 Houghton Lake, Michigan 48629 Telephone 517-366-5587 ADS It all adds up BUICK See Us For All Your GM Parts'' GODFREY CHEVROLET-BUICK, INC. 1701 N Mitchell Street CADILLAC. MICHIGAN 49601 (Chevrolet Cjpruc • Monte Carlo Celebrity • Canuro • Cavalier • ChcveUc • Sprint • nova -Spedrum JERRY KNAPP Ass t Service Manager Bus Phone (616) 775-4661 Open 24 Hours All Home Cooked Food WHITEHEAD'S RESTAURANT M-55 and Old 27 HOUGHTON LAKE. MICHIGAN Your Hosts EMMA AND CHET SCHWARTZ (517) 422-9245 OPEN YEAR AROUND NAVAJO TRADING POST We Welcome Just Looking MOCCASINS • SOUVENIRS • NOVELTIES GIFTS • BLACK DIAMONDS • TURQUOISE We Specialize In Hand Made Indian Jewelry GEORGE AND JOANNE ROBERTS OWNERS (51T) 422 3058 l BLOCK E OF STATE POLICE POST 8848 W HOUGHTON LAKE OR HOUGHTON LAKE. Ml 48629 the REAL People Mover 'iawe WORLD WIDE TRAVEL ARRANGEMENTS 3508 West Houghton Lake Drive. Houghton Lake. Ml 48629 (517) 366-9625 Toll Free: 800-221-0896 DICK HOVEY MANAGER JUNE THORNTON CENTER DIRECTOR fiHun u c. 211 FEDERAL AVE. P.O BOX 897 HOUGHTON LAKE. Ml 48629 (517) 422-5142 NCA ASSOCIATE MID-MICHIGAN COUNCIL ON ALCOHOLISM Enrolled to Practice Before the Internal Revenue Service PLACK’S ACCOUNTING G TAX SERVICE BOOKKEEPING SYSTEM AND SERVICE MANAGEMENT ADVISORY SERVICE TAX SERVICE 5358 West Houghton Lake Drive P.O. Box 427, Houghton Lake. Michigan 48629 Thomas Plackowski (517)366-9141 OPEN 7 DAYS A WEEK Sunset Coin Laundry WE DO DROP OFF LAUNDRY Willie Jane Randall (517)422 5509 PINKY’S PLAZA Houghton Lake Heights SPECIALIZING IN HEAVY EQUIPMENT PHONE 422-4941 YOUR RADIATOR SPECIALIST Houghton Lake Radiator 7480 W HOUGHTON LAKE DR. • HOUGHTON LAKE HEIGHTS RADIATORS CLEANED - REPAIRED • RECORED LIGHT WELDING • SANDBLASTING • BOAT TRAILER REPAIR GAS TANK REPAIR NIGHTS AND WEEKEND SERVICE CALL 422-4854 RONALD C. MEIRING ATTORNEY AT LAW Telephone (517) 366-7361 P.O Box 676 3386 W. Houghton Lake Dr Prudenville, Michigan 48651 BJStrause APPRAISAL CO. Reaf £sCxte ApprcJta ad Co UuAaCiOKS 152 S First St R0. Box 69 Harrison, Ml 48625 Brad J. Strause Appraiser (517)539-3351 ADS That's ALL We Need If You Don’t Know Diamonds Know Your Jeweler GRADUATE Checking the fit himself, junior Tony Muma sizes the ring of senior Karen Cronin under the supervision of Mr. Jim Shepler of Davis Jewelers. Photo by Evie Breedlove. While junior Jeff Majszak looks on, Davis Jewelers' Mr. Jim Shepler shows junior Evie Breedlove the correct size ring. Davis Jewelers also carries a variety of uniquely crafted-stone rings. Photo by Karen Cronin. As seniors Ed Zarzyski and Nicole Gross listen, Davis Jewelers’ Mr. Jim Shepler explains the differences in rings. Davis has a wide selections of rings and watches. Photo by Karen Cronin. GEMOLOG STS 235 Michigan Ave. Grayling, Michigan (517) 348-5111 ADS It all adds up -444 ____ ____________________________________________ CONGRATULATIONS SENIORS ON A JOB WELL DONE! CHEMICAL BANK NORTH Member F 0 I C . Equal Housing Lender. Equa� Opportunity Employer with four convenient locations to serve you 348-6511 2500 1-75 Business Loop Grayling 366-9636 15111 M-55 Prudenville 275-8941 505 N. First Roscommon 422-5111 8025 M-55 Houghton Lake Heights MAC’S DRUG STORE Grayling True Value 200 Michigan Ave.. P.O. Box 542. Grayling. Ml 49730 Little Red Shoe House Factory Shoe Outlet A SUBSIDIARY OF 1517) 348-4421 One hour photo developing Beer, Wine Package Liquor American Greeting Cards Phone (517) 348-2181 125 Michigan Grayling, MI 49738 348-4892 ™ LIMBERLOST ConaraUdatictu Specializing in HANDCRAFTED “Gifts Things” GREETING CARDS Ml MADE COUNTRY TOUCH” FURNITURE THE STORE TO SPEND SOME TIME IN’ MON.-SAT. 10-5 126 N Mitchell Si. Cadillac. Ml 49601 fui- Finest Mexican Food on the Lake Great Subs and Sandwiches In the kitchen of the Limberlost, senior Jeff Thompson prepares Mexican dishes for which the Limberlost is known. Jeff often worked a 12 hour day, six days a week when not in school. Photo by Mike Aho. ADS That's ALL We Need Casfuway plumbing, heating a electrical both kitchen cabinets V � Cashaway is the only Great Lakes Spa dealer in the area. It’s also where junior Sheri Eckstorm has worked for the past year. Besides dealing in spas. Cashaway is also a complete plumbing store. Photo by Mike Aho. 3945 W. Houghton Lake Drive 366-5422 LAKESIDE VISION Dr. Louis E. Boggs (517) 366-7525 830 W. Houghton Lake Dr. Prudenville, MI 48651 Fords DO IT CENTER! CEZD THE FRIENDLY ONES 841 W. HOUGHTON LAKE DR. PRUDENVILLE, MI 48651 (517) 366-7622 ttou tonlake Chiropmdicr1-' 517-366-7447 LATEST EQUIPMENT AND TECHNIQUES USED FOR THOROUGH, ACCURATE, GENTLE AND EFFECTIVE TREATMENT SPECIALIZING IN THE PALMER TECHNIQUE MON., WED., FRI. 9-12 2-6 TUES., SAT. 9-12 THURS. CLOSED ADS It all adds up HINES HAUS PARTY STORE Your Lotto Daily Game Headquarters and Claim Center WE HA VE ALL YOUR PARTY NEEDS (Packaged Liquor Kegs) Located on the Corner of M-55 Old 27 Phone 422-5924 Carter's IGA Pinky's BERG-MARTIN INSURANCE X STHEtEN AUTOMOTIVE PARTS «c,.� .� I fOUM yhwwr aoknt J AIN 1 MACHINE | • ' � . a� ato«� eHop .wumiM .bat tiki � : C«09ir .AUIOOIA� � .HIAT� � , 9CHVIV.C 1 WUI OAUUS ’ M 0D CUMM«S W 0 I0 . vAttiiNeowo wTo mtio EXPERTS 1' LIFE-HOME-CAR V BHVHHHH TAACKI • sihjis • (UN up kits BUSINESS INSURANCE njjjp 389-7288 -Z, —. Charles Berg-Agent (517) 422-5182 JBJ Bride Formal 1931 South M-33 West Branch 345-2639 . Z -2 NTAN Till' l‘AKTN MAN“ 114« NM 7� MHIUN %% fca KtlKARE m M-55 366-5254 ($en; firu e-filuw£ ADS That’s ALL We Need Kristin Dery Kristin, We are very proud of you and what you 've become. Remember always ■ you are loved. Love, Mom and Oma Ed Zarzyski Eddy, There’s always a few clouds before the rainbow. We wish you every success in the future. Love, Mom, Dad, John, Libby, Kim Justin Kim Dotson Kim-Sue, Love you-we really do! Have a great rest of your life. Love, Mom and Dad, Meghan and Mike Becky Burdine Becky, We wish you nothing but the best in life. Love, Mom, Dad, Dwight Lisa Leslie Wyman Leslie, You’ve been a pleasure and a joy to us, always. Happy graduation. Love, Mom and Dad ADS It all adds up 04§1 146 ADS That's ALL We Need RAfIDAIl LllfflRCR “For All Your Building Needs” 212 Main Street Roscommon, MI 48653 (517) 275-5222 7409 W. Houghton Lake Dr. Houghton Lake Heights, MI 48630 DALE'S AUTO BODY REPAIR 6771 Houghton Lake Dr. 422-3721 Gaylor Insurance Agency, Inc. 308 Lake Ave.. Box 735 Roscommon. Michigan 48653 2040 St. Helen Rd., Box 181 St. Helen, Michigan 48656 LET’S HEAR IT FOR (flame. Is the name brand important? To freshman Tiffanie Howell and junior Natalie Kelly it is as they look at shoes at Cooley’s Department Store. Reeboks ranked number one with Nike finishing second. Photo by Terry Howell. Trophies Engraving Athletic Equipment Varsity Jackets ADS It all adds up APPLIANCE! WOT : When he isn’t on call for the area ambulance service, senior Craig Stouffer works at his parents' store. Photo by Mark Williams. Stouffer’s Appliance World features a full line of Radio Shack products. The store is located just east of Big Wheel. Photo by Mark Williams. 2151 W. Houghton Lake Dr. Houghton Lake, 48629 PHONE 366-9283 Motors SCALAWAGS FAMIL DINING FOOD ft FAMILY CENTERS Corner of M-SS Old 27 OPEN 6 AM. TO 9 PM Daily Luncheon Dinner Specials • CHARBROILED STEAKS • WEEKEND BUFFET • NOW SERVING 2 FOR 1 PIZZA! 158 Firat St 1190 North Stato St Harrison. Mich 48625 Gladwin. Mich 48624 Phono: 539 2108 Phono 426 9215 533 S Main St Standish. Mich Phono 846 9574 1600 Wright Avo Alma. Mich 48801 Phono 463 6078 MS -5790 ADS That's ALL We Need Lisa lanitelli Lisa, I’m proud of you. Congra tula tions! Love, Mom and Suzy Q Micki McKenzie Micki, You have made me more proud than words can say. Love, Mom Maria Ignat Dear Maria! Go for it with God’s blessings and all our Jove. Mom, Dad, Paul Michael Max too Kari Caster Kari, You have made us proud. Good luck. God bless you. Love, Mom and Cal FORD MERCURY LINCOLN New Used Cars Trucks 517-348-5421 AL BENNETT FORD LINCOLN MERCURY, INC. . (oftfc 0 .77 c iOca t . (fa 427 N GRAYLING RD GRAYLING MICH 49738 Theodore D. Freeland Orthodontist DDS, MS, PC 5155 W. Houghton Lake Dr. Houghton Lake, Ml 48629 566-5828 pl| fl Heidi French Heidi, Good luck at MSU. Don’t lose your sense of humor. Love, Mom and Dad South Shore Animal Hospital 4258 W. Houghton Lake Dr. M-55 Across from School Houghton Lake, MI 48629 366-7404 ADS That's ALL We Need No Matter Where You Go After Graduation You Can Keep in Touch With The Houghton Lake Resorter The Houghton Lake cI esortef Roscommon County’s Most Widely-Read Newspaper Houghton Lake P.o. Box 248 Zip 48629 Ph. 366-5341 SPECIAL STUDENT and MILITARY RATES Roscommon 603 Lake St. Zip 48653 Ph. 275-4380 It all adds up LET’S HEAR IT FOR What’s blue, short, chunky and runs around singing FA, LA, LA LA LA LA, LA LA LA LA LA? No, it’s not your chemistry lab partner or your little brother holding his breath. It’s what 20 percent of the student body chose as their favorite cartoon, “The Smurfs,” which aired on Saturday mornings. Though it ranked as one of the favorite cartoons in the school-wide poll, in a smaller poll of upperclassmen “The Smurfs” was listed as one of the least watched shows (see page 119). Another short and chunky character With renewed popularity in “The Flintstones,” students like senior Andy Hejka sported Flintstone t-shirts. Fred and his buddies tied with Burs Bunny in third place for favorite cartoons. Photo by Karen Cronin. who caught the likings of 19 percent of the student was Garfield the cat. “I like Garfield because we have the same attitude about things: totally laid back,” sophomore Don Biddle said. Although many new cartoons aired last fall, such as “Galaxy High,” “Thunder Cats” and “Pee Wee’s Playhouse,” they couldn’t hold their own against the classics. Students selected such old revivals as Fred Flintstone, who captured 15 percent of the vote, and “The Jetsons,” who ranked fourth with 11 percent. “I get a bigger kick out of Bugs Bunny now than I did when I was younger,” junior Russell Decker said. The oldest of the classics. Bugs tied for third place in the favorites poll. Basil’s Service Lifetime Guarantee M-55 Prudenville AJ f 4f . 1 366-7110 West of Blinker Light Pat Helen’s Good Luck Resort Modern 2 bedroom efficiency cabins on the take 110 INDIAN AVE. HOUGHTON LAKE (517) 366-5827 Good Fishing Good Boating Snowmoblllng Open Year Around JC Penney Cadillac Congratulations, Seniors SKIP'S LOUNGE SKIP CAROLE SLIWA FOOD DANCING CARRY OUT SURPLUS, INC. Discount Auto and Snowmobile Parts CORNER OF OLD 27 AND M 55 HOUGHTON LAKE. Ml PH. 422-5631 777 W. Houghton Lake Drive Prudenvllle, Ml 48651 (517) 366-5135 ADS That's ALL We Need Plymouth ffonney MOTOR SALES M-55 8r M -66 SOUTH lake City, mi 49651 I Podge] tiouqe iu m Bus. PHONE 616-839-7231 616-775-1277 ' HajJv iDeiign '517) 366-9227 RUTH BENNETT OWNER OPERATOR 5337 W HOUGHTON LK DR ZONE 9 HOUGHTON LAKE. Ml 48629 RADER CHEVROLET. INC. 8140 W. Houghton Lake Drive Houghton Lake, Michigan 48629 ROBERT (BOB) CRONIN NEW AND USED SALES BUY FOR LESS WHERE SERVICE IS BEST (517)422 5126 — Ski Doo Suzuki C M SPORT CENTER 575 N. Clare Ave. P.O. Box 674 Harrison. Ml 48625 (517) 539-5651 DAVID WRZESINSKI (517) 422-3628 MARINE SERVICES UNLIMITED (Expert in Fiberglass Hull Repair Painting) 12114 NORTH SHORE DRIVE HOUGHTON LAKE. Ml 48629 pA-L SHOR£s SPECIALISTS IN ALL SEASONS COMPORT — LICENSEO AND INSURED — BOILERS • CUSTOM DUCTWORK • FURNACES 4014 M-55 IZONE 1 1) HOUGHTON LAKE. Ml 48629 COMPLETE ADMIRAL LINE AU SABLK APPLIANCE CEXTKR 118 MICHIGAN AVE GRAYLING. Ml 49738 ROBERTA MCCURDY 517 3 82766 BARBOR SHOP 710 HOUGHTON LK. DR. PRUDENVILLE, MICH. 517-366-5875 GEORGE PAPPAS. OWNER Satellite Private Phones Color TV Air Conditioned ■ WE STRIVE TO MEET YOUR NEEDS' AAA APPROVED d(zaht cA [ota.[ HOUGHTON LAKE. MICHIGAN M-55 ZONE 4 1 2 MILE EAST OP U S. 27 ACROSS FROM THE STATE POLICE POST — VISA AND MC ACCEPTED — MIKE and LYNN McNEILL, your hosts (517)422-5085 RADER CHEVROLET. INC. 8140 W. Houghton Lake Drive Houghton Lake, Michigan 48629 DON PARKER SALESMAN WALT BAIR SALESMAN BUY FOR LESS WHERE SERVICE IS BEST (517)422-5126 ADS It all adds up Imperial THE IMPERIAL OIL COMPANY AND THE ONE-STOP-SHOP .. . ... Thank you for your continued patronage, and wish you ... GOOD LUCK B ADS That's ALL We Need CONGRATULATIONS TO THE GRADUATING CLASS Terry’s Pharmacy employs Caroline Elsholz. one of two full-time pharmacists, for all your prescription needs. roivs Coney Island Ec Ron’s Restaurant H-55 Pro 3880 W. Houghton Lake Dr. Houghton Lake, MI 48629 (517) 366-8963 Complete auto service repair Certified mechanic on duty Full service island eca raa tUsicaa Restaurant Lounge and Motel LAKESIDE DINING Northway Lounge Lanei M-55 Old 27 Houghton Lake 517-422-5422 12 Lanes Video Room Large Lounge Snack Bar Pro Shop Ball Drilling ROSCOMMON COUNTY HERALD NEWS Serving Our Friends Since 1875 ADS It all adds up Congratulations Class of ’87 MID-STATE TYPEWRITER SERVICE SALES AND SERVICE 4003 West Houghton Lake Drive Houghton Lake, Michigan 48629 Telephone 517 366-9846 COOLEY'S Family Sportswear Levi’s Jeanswear Nike Footwear P1NKYS PLAZA THE PARTS PEOPLE Spinning Wheel % •% Shoreline Center-Next to McDonalds OOJljp djljQjjp JbXs S 1077 West Branch Rd. Prudenville, Michigan Pat’s Cut Curl 2875 W. Houghton Lake Dr. 366-8579 Open Tues. ■ Sal. Stylish Cuts Perms You're On Your Way. Going to college is one thing. Paying for it can be another. So if you need financial assistance, see an Old Kent banker for a low-cost student loan. We’ve helped thousands of students get where they want to be. And we want to help thousands more. WOGanHelDYou Get mere. fAMfibY m%kt W. Houghton Lake Dr. Zone 16 East of Blinder Light Prudenville, Michigan (517)366-8192 We Special Cut: Steaks, Chops, Prime Rib Korbinski's Lakeview Motel Storage Snowmobile Rental Playground of Michigan at Prudenville M-55 on Houghton Lake Phone 366-5306 Boat Rentals Congratulations CLASS OF ’87 $ fe pic Jttmwr 574 W. HOUGHTON LAKE DR. PRUDENVILLE, Ml 48651 (517) 366-7622 LOWELL BARBARA SOUDER | FOR THE FASHIONABLE TIMES IN YOUR LIFE Ladies Apparel Sizes 3 Petite thru 52 P O Box 338 Houghton Lake, Ml Ph. (517) 366-8726 DOROTHY TROYER JEANNE HESS TRAVEL LAND MICHIGANS LARGEST R.V. CENTER VOOIXE-ROCKWOOIVSUN STKKAM-K AINBOW-HONRY 2424 W HOUGHTON LAKE DK.. HOUGHTON LAKE. MICH. Largest Service - Sales - R.V. Store in Northern Michigan We Make Custom License Plates We’re 1 Because We Make You 1 ADS 4S7 It all adds up LET’S HEAR IT FOR (Waiting (Jime. Time: a nonspatial continuum in which events occur in an irreversible succession, but what happens when there are no events? In other words, what’s the best way to waste time? “Television is the best time waster because there is always some program on that can be tolerated,” junior Jason Brown said. Twenty-six percent of the student body agreed with him on their favorite way to waste time. Television, though, wasn’t the only method of passing the time. Sleeping and talking on the phone tied for the second best way to waste time. “Sleeping makes the time go by faster, so when I travel it doesn’t seem as long,” senior Amber Smith said. Although time sometimes seemed cumbersome, during the right season there was never enough time. “During the summer, there just isn’t enough time to do everything,” junior Darla St. Louis said. Time can be either too long or too short, but never just right. “If it is something I enjoy doing, there is never enough time, but if I’m not interested, it goes on forever,” junior Tom Winchel said. Mark Williams Sleeping tied for third place in favorite ways to waste time. Junior Evie Breedlove finds some uninterrupted peace and quiet in the yearbook office during her study hall. Photo by Terry Howell. O’Connell’s Restaurant M-55 Prudenville Congratulations Class of ‘87 JD SPORT SHOP Congratulations Best Wishes ATHLETIC OUTFITTERS JIM, BEV DERALD Uniforms - Equipment Trophies - Sportswear Varsity Jackets 301 N. Mitchell Cadillac. Ml 49601 Phone (616) 775-8787 CONGRATULATIONS SENIORS BustLjuM BOBCAT BOOSTERS ADS That's ALL We Need Rita's FLORIST GIFTS 422-5412 YOUR EXTRA TOUCH FLORIST 6565 W. HOUGHTON LAKE DRIVE HOUGHTON LAKE RADER CHEVROLET 8140 W. Houghton Lake Dr. Phone: 422-5126 Congratulates Class of ’87 WOODSTOVES 8c SATELLITES Full line of accessories Wood and hat knots Sales Service Wholesale Retail 1517) 366-9151 217 W. HOUGHTON LAKE DR. PRUDENVILLE. Ml 48651 Grizzly Kent Ore Regency Lopi DAN COSTELLO LIC. ft CERT. viL tku 'clbtheA' 11 “You’ll Like What You See At The Clothes Tree” Zone 10 — M-55 HOUGHTON LAKE, MICHIGAN 48629 Phone (517) 366-9155 RUTH PARROTT Qoldl ush Jeweler of Prudenvill© Congratulations, Grads Landstrom's Black Hills Gold Art Carved Class Rings The Class Ring too good to get in class Orange Blossom Diamond Engagement Rings Seiko Watches and Clocks Open daily 10-5:30 366-7939 1RTC71RVED N CLASS RINGS Be a winner with a choice of winners. Make your class ring ArtCarved, creators of Superbowl Rings. ArtCarved class rings are sold through professional jewelers, so you can take your time choosing the style that suits you best. You can also cus- tomize your ring hundreds of ways. All at no additional cost. ADS It all adds up Porman Insurance Agency Car Home Business Li(e Steuernol J[XFOW TyT EARENFuneral Homer, Inc. Bruce R. Forman Prudenville 366-7871 Over 75 years experience in 1471 W. Houghton Lake Drive helping others Prudenville, Michigan 48651 WOOLEN 1-60. ADS That's ALL We Need ROSCOMMON BANK SUBSIDIARY OF NBD BANCORP, INC. • Roscommon • Houghton lake • Houghton West • Mlo • Mlo North • Prudenville • St. Helen • Higgins Lake • Falrvlew Congratulations Tim and the Class of ‘87 HOUGHTON LAKE ANIMAL HOSPITAL David K. Suzor, DVM Prudenville, MI 366-7711 L.E. Burnside (jMC R.V. CENTER R.V. STORE-Service Center Cjltmw CAMPWW, ’RAttPS Houghton Lake (517) 366-8988 Coachmen THE LEATHER SHOP FINE QUALITY HANDCRAFTED LEATHER PRODUCTS Suede Leather Hats-Belts Wallets-Purses-Vests-jackets Custom Personalized Belts ’• 4 An«i Mastercard accepted sssssssssssssssssssssssssj I I y s 1 ADS It all adds up Jodie Ostrom Jodie, We are very proud of you. You make every day a little brighter. Good luck at MSU. Love, Mom and Dad PRUDENVILLE LAUNDRY Nicole Gross Nicole, We are so proud of you. Just continue to seek Him in all you do and you cannot fail. All our love always, Mom, Mike and Andy And CHIPS CARWASH Sheridan Cole Sheridan, Well, son, you did it. All- conference football tackle ‘87 and graduation. We’re proud of you. Mom, Dad, Sherie and Dan, Marylee and Shelly Arthur Wedemeyer Arthur, Having you for a son is never a dull moment. May God grant you wisdom to find your way in this world today and all tomorrows. Mom and Dad Michael Chrispell Mike, May your dreams keep soaring to their highest peaks. Best of luck. Love, Mom, Dad, Tom, Evert and Jill “We Cater to Cowards” • • Allen R. Methven D.D.S. • • •• Joyce Dayma-Jilek D.D.S. •• 3185 West Houghton Lake Drive Houghton Lake, Michigan 48629 ••• By Appointment ••• 366-9621 162 ADS That's ALL We Need Consider the advantages... i 4l Si ' 61 ' 1. Low tuition rates 2. 30+ Certificate Associate in Applied Science Degree programs 3. Transfer programs Associate in Arts Associate in Science Degree programs 4. Small Classes 5. Evening Courses 6. Pleasant location 7. Friendly atmosphere Some other colleges just don’t measure up!!! COMMUNITY COLLEGE ROSCOMMON. MICHIGAN 48653 (517)275-5121 ADS 4S3 Ii all adds up HOME OF THE BOBCATS o WHITE DEER COUNTRY CLUB Bronze Star Motel 517-366-7721 Box 167 110 9th St. Prudenville, MI 48651 Kitchenettes Color Cable Pontoons Boats Motors Cottage Rental HERITAGE fTTi sm?!ngsBank lus Houghton Lake 5213 W. Houghton Lake Drive 366-5327 Congratulations Class of ’87 from ELIAS BROTHERS BIG BOY HOUGHTON LAKE ADS That's ALL We Need FRANK A. SELEGA, DDS 315 W. Higgins Lake Dr. Roscommon 821-9458 Shoreline Printing 2321 W. Houghton Lake Dr. PHONE: 366-5250 Congratulations from SHEA'S LAKEFRONT LODGE On Beautiful Houghton Lake W. Houghton Lake Drive Houghton Lake, MI Bob and Laura Shea 125 12th St. Prudenville, MI 48651 (517) 366-5910 LET’S HEAR IT FOR Food, essential to the existence of every human being. In the beginning of our schooling, we learned about the four basic food groups and their importance. Our parents fed us nutritious meals, but as we got older our tastes turned to junk food and fast foods, sometimes out of necessity.“I don’t always have time to go home for supper so McDonald’s is the only place I can get a meal quick and cheap,” junior Jeff Majszak said. Hamburger places ranked at the top of favorite places with Burger King in first, then McDonald’s, and Wendy’s. Arby’s, Taco Bell, and Pizza Hut rounded out the fast food favorites. Fast food resturants didn’t provide the only source of food for students. “Sometimes a candy bar or a bag of chips is all I have time for, so they take the place of a meal,” said junior Brian Morgan. With junk food, such as candy bars and chips, favorites ranged from the traditional candy bars to the new ones such as Twix. Upon completion. Burger King will be Houghton lake’s second fast food franchise. Ix cated in Prudenville near the public beach, the building is convenient to tourists and residents alike. Burger King beat out McDonald's as the favorite fast food restaurant of students. Photo by Karen Cronin. ADS 165 It all adds up Ibbj Congratulations Class of ‘87 Houghton Beach Grocery 2969 W. Houghton Lake Zone 12 366-7331 Movie Guide Michigan Briefs TV Listings World Briefs Radio Highlights Stock Listings Style Calendar Contact Sports Horse Racing Classified Weather TV guide Latest Sports Coverage Park Place Office Com. I 3000 W. H.L. DR. 1 ! ALL KINDS OF INSURANCE AND REAL ESTATE 6577 W. Houghton Lake Dr. Houghton Lake, Michigan CHRISTLER FUNERAL HOME 6651 W. HOUGHTON LAKE DR. HOUGHTON LAKE, MI 48629 STANLEY D. CHRISTLER (517) 422-5711 We’re Only A Phone Call Away!! B T BAIT SUPERIOR AND AUTO GLASS of Michigan Inc. SPORTING GOODS FREE MOBILE SERVICE M-55, Zone 12 Houghton Lake, Ml Corner of Sheridan (517)366-5535 Glass Replacement lor V Autos. Trucks. Doris and Tom Irvine-Proprietors f J Recreational Vehicles I U A Heavy Equipment Your Archery, Hunting j and Fishing Headquarters 1-800-622-4527 or (517) 366-9691 Compound Bows Complete Accessories Zone 13 2404 W Houghton Lake Dr, Guns-Ammo HOUGHTON LAKE Trapping Supplies Live Bait Tackle [ 166 ADS------------------- I_____| That's ALL We Need U-HAUL H L Equipment Sales - Rental and Small Engine Repair YARD MAN SALES SERVICE Vanpiae Home Furnishings For This Area’s Largest Selection 6894 W. HOUGHTON LAKE DR HOUGHTON LAKE. Ml 48629 (517)422-5655 •TELEVISION «FURNITURE • BEDDING «APPLIANCES • FLOOR COVERING landscaping hydro seeding Porath Contracting 366-7314 DALE'S AUTO BODY REPAIR 6771 Houghton Lake Dr. MOVIE OUTFITTERS P.O. BOX 129 705 1 2 MT. PLEASANT AVE. HOUGHTON LAKE PHONE: 422-4979 VIDEO RENTALS 1 Hour Photo Processing Available We Do Enlargements, Personal Greeting Cards, sewer hookups excavating 422-3721 Post Cards Professional Corporation Tel. (517) 366-8643 90 Silver Dr. Houghton Lake, MI 48629 Growing up with a dentist for a father has helped senior Gary Bourdow to overcome any fear of the dentist’s chair. Gary relaxes in his father's office. Photo by Karen Cronin. It all adds up lf©Ui No. 1 DKUGSTOiE 4562 w. HOUGHTON LAKE Dr. Houghton Lake mil Hunt's carries all your needed photo equipment. Senior Karen Cronin checks out the latest in cameras with Mr. Pat Marra. Photo by Evie Breedlove. LET’S HEAR IT FOR i i When I grow up, I’m going to be rich and famous, and I’m C s a going to be just like ... just like who? fcUi 43 When we posed the question to the student body, 22 percent Idolized performers and other celebrities with Tom Cruise and Christie Brinkley at the top of the list. Only seven percent thought acting was the perfect career, however. Of course, Houghton Lake had some idols closer to home. Science teach- er Mr. Bischoff, known to his students simply as “B , came in second place, right behind God, as the most admired person for students. Ten percent of students even admitted to idolizing their parents. Although celebrities held the spotlight as idols, the favorite career had no clear-cut leader. The position of business manager came out on top, but with only 16 percent of the vote. Dentists came in second at eight percent, followed closely by engineers with seven percent, pilots and cosmetologists tied at six percent and doctors at three percent. The remainder of the votes Ever wanted to be a rock star? Sixteen students Were Spread Over a Wide range Of OC- got an opportunity to play the part when the CUpatiOnS from Chef tO Secretary tO class officers lip synced to popular songs at the none. homecoming pep assembly. Sophomore Eric SO What dO yOU Want to be When Noonan leads his group in the competition. yOU grOW UP? Photo by Jeff Raymond. Mark Williams Tips Body Shop PAULO. TIEPEL Tip's 104 3rd Street Prudenville, Michigan 4865 1 Phone (517) 366-5213 1168 ADS 1 1UV That's ALL We Need Say Yes To HOUGHTON LAKE MICHIGAN Home of Tip-Up Town, USA WE’VE GOT IT ALL! HOUGHTON LAKE CHAMBER OF COMMERCE 1625 W. HOUGHTON LAKE DR. HOUGHTON LAKE. Ml 48629 CALL TOLL FREE IN MICH. 1-800-292-9071 OUT OF STATE (517) 366-5644 Robatoin Publication Ask Us About Your Custom Imprinted Sportswear Needs! Shirts, Jackets and Hats 366-8470 p — | I k I Janlorlal and Restaurant Supplies N Located in The Heights at The Clifts SUPPLY NORTHERN P O- Box 665 MICHIGAN'S 117 Beech St. LARGEST (517) 422-3515 SUPPLY HOUSE (517) 422-3522 Tjw jpoMy stisM Located in the Heights at the Cliffs J4N€’S B€ 4UTY SH-OP 7510 w. hghtn Ik. ht. 422 - 5649 Open 5 Days a Week Closed Tuesdays SHOWERS - SHADED SITES - LAUNDRY MINI-GOLF - POOL WOODED ACRES CAMPGROUND at Beautiful Houghton Lake Michigan's Largest Inland Lake WES and JANET EVOY Phone: (517) 422-3413 2V2 Miles East, 1 Mile South 997 Perl- Ave. of US-27 and M-55 Houghton Lake, Ml 48629 Heidi Jo Peabick Heidi, May you cherish your yesterdays, dream your tomorrow, but live your todays (and watch out for mailboxes). Congratulations, Mom and Dad Rodney Korbinski Rodney, We want only the best for you that life has to offer. “No problem, Rod. ” Love, Mom and Dad Jammie Pielak Jammie, You've made us so happy that we would like to say, Baby, you’re the greatest. Love, Mom and Dad Andrew Hejka Congratulations, Andy. Love, Mama, Tata, John, Mary, Ted, Mike, Betty, Mikey, Brian, Patrick, Dr. Anthony, Martha, Jeanette, Danny, Nathan, Edward, Michelle, Theresa, Caroline, Agnes and Gary BMike Abo Mike, We are very proud of you. We wish you success in all that you do. Love, Mom and Dad Supermarket M-55 M-T8 366-7891 While stocking shelves is a big job in a grocery store, that isn't the only job of sophomore Natalie Wedemeyer. She also bags at the front and gathers carts in the parking lot. Photo by Karen Cronin. All work and no play? Hub employee junior Karin Akin shows her joy in baking. Karin, daughter of one of the Hub owners, worked in the baken until she left as an exchange student to Australia in January. Photo by Karen Cronin. Stocking shelves at Hub, sophomore Christen Moore helps out in her parents' business. Besides stocking shelves. Christen also works in the bakery. Photo by Karen Cronin. 130- ads That's ALL We Need CAROLYN’S BOOK STOP Books New • Used • Special Order Gifts Pinky’s Plaza Houghton Lake Heights Michigan 48630 (517) 422-5826 CONGRATULATIONS CLASS OF ‘87’ From PACKER’S YAMAHA honda MOTORCYCLES SNOWMOBILES SALES SERVICE 366-7015 MAIN OFUCE PHONE 4?? 5197 RESIDENCE PHONE 366 8310 realtor' Hr fV 7 0 REALTY CO., REALTORS 3 OFFICES TO SERVE YOU HOUGHTON LAKE JEAN C. DIDIER MICHIGAN BROKER OWNER David G. Riebschleger ARCHITECT 5184 W. Houghton Lake Dr. Houghton Lake, Mi (517) 366-7682 WILDS JriuJil aSujt, HARDWARE STORES ZONE 7, HOUGHTON LAKE, MI 48629 PHONE: 422-3215 Also Serving You At Higgins Lake IB ifi? 4592 W. Houghton Lake Dr. HOUGHTON LAKE, MICHIGAN 48629 Phone (517) 366-9588 TRAILER COURT CONGRATULATES SENIORS 566-5150 ADS It all adds up 9 Steve Brimmer Steve, We think you're great too! Love ya, Dad, Mom, Stacy and Star Karen Cronin Karen, You've always made us proud and brought us much joy and happiness. Watch out, MSU, here she comes! Love, Mom and Dad Scott Maass Scott, In business and in life the same rules apply and the Ten Commandments' are the best to live by. We love you, Mom and Dad Steve Maass Steve, Money, power and pleasure are the gods we serve to this generation; but it’s your morals and ideals that will help rebuild our nation. With much love n everything, Mom and Dad wm Thanks, Friends wish to thank the following FRIENDS OF THE YEARBOOK their support Janice Frederick Kitty Scott Karen Gillett ■ Jim HosoJ Mandy Beatrice Pace Hose Marvin Thelma Sell Bill Winter Keith Margaret Walter Ken Thelma Robbins Roy Scotty Braga Dorothy Shimmell Sue Kauffman Beatrice E. Vibber Sue Corner Lee Wright Walter Kaput Wayne Arlene Southworth Bud Detmer r. Mrs. R Rich Sigle Florence Kessler Loui l Susan Bi Linda A. Barth] Thomas Hackett Ev Hackett Kevin Alvarado Tiffany Turner Larry Turner Betty Turner ■neGieskenl Virginia Wierzbicki Mark Wierzbicki Greg Dawn| Anjanette Riedel Bertha Har Bernie Hinds Brenda Pooley Barbara Willougl Rick Marshall Joey Marshall John Trosell Chuck Anderson Craig Dorothy] Domsitz Jerry Hengy Bud Watkins Bob Watkins Mrs. Joan Schultz ADS That's ALL We Need Lowest beer prices in town Low cigarette prices Fred Beger Owner Manager Not only is Fred's Total a self-serve gas station, but it is also a full-line party store. Mrs. Yvonne Amy of Houghton I-ake gives change to a customer in the store. Photo by Mike Aho. Fred’s Total was established by Fred Beger in 1981. In 1987 it underwent remodeling inside and out to gain an all-new look. Fred's is located on M-55 next to Lakeland Recreation. Photo by Mike Aho. 422-4300 Dave’s North Shore Party Store Congratulations, David Open Year Around Co. Road 300 - Zone 25 JmesK. Deamd Phone 422-9252 YOUR CONVENIENCE STORE WHERE YOUR BUSINESS IS APPRECIATED DAVE and CAROLYN MELLON, your hosts Shop Quality and Class with Junior Missy Apparel Located Across from Fuelgas M-55 - Houghton Lake, MI 366-8146 Hours 10:00 - 5:30 Mon. - Sat. ATTOKNtd AT LAW NEXT TIME COME TO Big Wheel M-55-Prudenville ADS That's ALL We Need rftdv Ltib Lb! 2 t 7-ELEVEN.....................136 AIRPORT RESTAURANT...........138 AL BENNETT FORD..............150 ALL SHORE HEATING............153 ANNIE B’S....................149 APPLE TREE...................142 ASHCRAFT’S FOOD FAMILY CENTER 148 AUSABLE APPLIANCE CENTER.....153 B T BAIT...................166 BASIL MIKE’S MAXI MUFFLER..152 BAUCH AN LAW OFFICES.........133 BECKMAN’S SPORTING GOODS.....139 BERG-MARTIN INSURANCE........144 BIG OAK MOTEL................134 BIG WHEEL....................174 BOB CRONIN...................153 BOBCAT DEN...................132 BONNEY MOTOR SALES...........153 BOURDOW, WILLIAM, DDS........167 BRONZE STAR MOTEL............164 BUCCILLI’S RESTAURANT........160 BURNSIDE GMC.................161 C M SPORTS CENTER..........153 CAPPY’S ROYAL MOTEL..........136 CAROLYN’S BOOK NOOK..........171 CARTER'S IGA.................144 CASHAWAY SUPPLY..............143 CHALET MOTEL.................153 CHAMBER OF COMMERCE..........168 CHARBONNEAU’S RESTAURANT.....139 CHARLIE BROWN’S HOUSE OF DONUTS.......................171 CHEMICAL BANK NORTH..........142 CHET EM'S RESTAURANT.......149 CHIP’S CARWASH...............162 CHRISTLER FUNERAL HOME.......166 CLASSIC HAIR DESIGN..........153 CLOTHES RACK FACTORY OUTLET..135 CLOTHES TREE.................159 COOLEY’S DEPARTMENT STORE....156 COYLE'S RESTAURANT...........135 DALE’S AUTO BODY REPAIR......147 DAVE’S NORTH SHORE PARTY STORE. 167 DAVIS JEWELERS...............141 DEAMUD, JAMES R., ATTY.......174 DE CLERK’S RESORT............134 DETRAY REALTY................171 DETROIT NEWS.................166 DON PARKER...................153 DUDLEY’S STUDENT SHOP........134 EDGEWATER BEACH MARINA.......160 ELIAS BROTHERS BIG BOY.......164 FAMILY MEAT MARKET...........157 FLOOR STORE..................157 FLOWERS BY LORENC............133 FORD’S DO IT CENTER..........143 FORMAN INSURANCE AGENCY......160 FRED’S TOTAL.................173 FREELAND, THEODORE, DDS......151 GAS LITE MANOR...............157 GAYLOR INSURANCE AGENCY......147 GEORGE’S BARBER SHOP.........153 GLEN’S MARKET................144 GOLD RUSH JEWELERS...........159 GRANDMA’S DOLLS...............134 GRAYLING FLOOR COVERING.......139 GRAYLING TRUE VALUE...........142 H L EQUIPMENT...............167 HACKER'S......................171 HAIREM BEAUTY SALON...........134 HAIRITAGE SHOPPE..............149 HAIR LOFT.....................164 HAIRPORT......................159 HAMMOND VIEW GROCERY..........136 HARRISON SPORTS CENTER........134 HERITAGE FEDERAL SAVINGS......164 HER PLACE.....................157 HIGHPOINT AUTO TRUCK CENTER . 149 HINES HAUS PARTY STORE........144 HOLIDAY INN....................16 HOLIDAY ON THE LAKE...........155 HOUGHTON BEACH GROCERY........166 HOUGHTON LAKE ANIMAL HOSPITAL 161 HOUGHTON LAKE BOOSTERS CLUB..158 HOUGHTON LAKE CHIROPRACTIC CLINIC........................143 HOUGHTON LAKE RADIATOR........140 HUB SUPERMARKET...............170 HUMAN AID, INC................140 HUNT’S DRUGS..................168 HUTSON INSURANCE..............134 IDLE HOURS RESORT.............134 IMPERIAL ONE-STOP.............154 J.C. PENNEY...................152 JANE’S BEAUTY SHOP............169 JBJ BRIDE FORMAL............144 JD SPORT SHOP.................158 JERRY KNAPP...................140 JOHNSON REALTY................135 KIRTLAND COMMUNITY COLLEGE...163 KORBINSKl’S LAKEVIEW MOTEL....157 KRONNER’S DRUGS...............139 LAGOON RESORT.................134 LAKESIDE VISION...............143 LAKEWOODS RESORT..............135 LARUE’S KILKARE INN...........144 LAZY DAYS RESORT..............134 LEATHER LOFT..................161 LEWIS RANDALL...............145 LIMBERLOST....................142 LITTLE RED SHOE HOUSE.........142 M-55 MOTEL....................134 M-55 PRO......................155 MAC'S DRUG STORE..............142 MARINE SERVICES UNLIMITED.....153 MCDONALD’S....................132 MEIRING, RONALD, ATTY.........140 METHVEN. ALLEN, DDS...........162 MICHIGAN STATE POLICE POST 75.133 MID-STATE TYPEWRITER SERVICE.156 MONARCH TRAVEL................140 MOTEL GRAND...................138 MOVIE OUTFITTERS..............167 MULBERRY BUSH.................174 McCLINTIC McCLINTIC, OPTOMETRISTS..................165 NAVAJO TRADING POST...........140 NBD ROSCOMMON BANK............161 NORTH CENTRAL CREDIT UNION....145 NORTHWAY LOUNGE AND LANES.....155 O’CONNELL’S RESTAURANT........158 OLD KENT BANK.................157 PAT HELEN'S GOOD LUCK RESORT.. 152 PAT’S CUT CURL..............157 PEAR TREE.....................169 PINETOPPER RESORT.............134 PLACK’S ACCOUNTING............140 PRUDENVILLE LAUNDRY...........162 R H SPORTS....................147 RADER CHEVROLET...............159 RANDALL LUMBER................147 RAY’S AUTO PARTS..............156 REDMAN INSURANCE..............166 RESORTER......................151 RIEBSCHLEGER, DAVID. ARCHITECT.... 171 RITA'S FLORIST................159 RITEWAY PLUMBING HEATING....138 ROBATOM PUBLICATIONS..........168 ROCKIN’ CHAIR GIFTS...........159 RON'S CONEY ISLAND............155 ROSCOMMON COUNTY HERALD.......155 ROSE O’ DAY MOTEL.............136 SCALAWAG'S....................148 SCHEER MOTORS INC.............148 SEARS.........................161 SELEGA. FRANK. DDS............165 SHAYNE TRAILER COURT..........171 SHEA'S LODGE..................165 SHORELINE PRINTING............165 SHOWTIME VIDEO................135 SKIP’S LOUNGE.................152 SOHN SUPPLY...................169 SOUTH SHORE ANIMAL HOSPITAL...151 SPICER’S BOAT CITY............139 SPINNING WHEEL................156 ST. HELEN AUTO PARTS..........144 STATE FARM INSURANCE..........136 STEURNOL FUNERAL HOME.........160 STOUFFER’S APPLIANCE WORLD....148 STRAUSE APPRAISALS............140 SUNSET COIN LAUNDRY...........140 SUPERIOR AUTO GLASS...........166 SURPLUS, INC..................152 TERRY'S BOUTIQUE..............160 TERRY'S PHARMACY..............155 TIP'S BODY SHOP...............168 TIRE TOWN U.S.A...............136 TRAVELLAND....................157 TRAVERSE BAY WOOLEN CO........160 U.S. MARINES..................135 VAN DRIE HOME FURNISHINGS.....167 W;ALT BAIR....................153 WALT’S BUENA VISTA MOTEL......134 WHITE DEER COUNTRY CLUB.......164 WHITEHEAD’S RESTAURANT........140 WILD’S TRUE VALUE.............171 WJGS...............:..........149 WOOD AND WHAT KNOTS...........159 WOODED ACRES CAMPGROUND.......169 ZA SHOP.......................165 ADS It all adds up VARSITY FOOTBALL CHEERLEADERS: Front Ron: Carrie Mieskc, Kari Caster, Heidi French. Second Row: Nicole Gross. Jammic Piclak, Bobbie Ostrom. Back Row: Randi Chidestcr, Mitzie Guldncr, Kristin Dcry. J.V. FOOTBALL CHEERLEADERS: Front Row: Amy Widdis, Corie Seiler. Second Row: Sue Jarvis, Nancy Rigling. Chcri Pace. Back Row: Beth Benjamin, Sharec Ringwald, Michele Minzghor. Christen Moore. GIRI-S BASKETBALL CHEERLEADERS: Front Row: Amy Rzycki, Nicole Afton, Autumn Brown. Kim Zarzyski. Back Row: TifTanie Howell, Kelli Dccley. ACADEMICS 76-93 Ackley. Kristie (10) 36.53.68.78.83.97.178.179 Adamczyk. Trina (10) 97.180 ADVERTISEMENTS 132-175 ADVERTISERS’ INDEX 175 Afton. Nicole (9) 62.68.89.97.176.177.180 Aho. Mike (12) 2.5.8.21.29.32.77.114.178.181 Akin. Karin (II) 88.97180 Allen. Tina (I I) 97 Amcll. Cathy (9) 68.97 Anccl. Rick (10) 68.97 Anderson. Di3ne (10) 61.97 Archer. Diane (12) 14.28.38.114 ART CLASSES 83 ATHLETIC COSTS 66.67 ATHLETIC TRAINER 64 Ayres. D’Arcy (9) 52.97 Baese. Loretta (II) 108 Bailey. Lcann (11) 97 Baker. Jeff (9) 47.97 Bailey. Matt (9) 58.59.97 BAND 89 Baa’ither. Mike (I I) 98.180 BARBERSHOP 89.179 Barkway. Brent (12) 17.26.49.104.114.119 BASEBALL 72.73 BASKETBALL 50.51.52.53.56.57.58.59 Bates. Ken (12) 114 Bates. Kristi (II) 94.97 Bavar. Charles (EMI) 97 Beauchamp. Greg (9) 4 .97 BFAUTYSHOP 89.179 Bcchill. Kathy (9) 52.53.70.79.97.177.179.180 Beckwith. Dawn (10) 97.180 Bedell. Cindy (secretary) 127 Beil. Stacy (9) 9 Benjamin. Beth (10) 40.97.176.177 Benjamin. Joe (10) 97 Benjamin. Marge (counselor) 127 Bet . Lisa (9) 97.178.180 Betz. Paul (II) 82.97 Biddle. Don (10) 97.152 Bigelow. Edward (EMI) 97 Bigford. Brady (II) 72.84.97.179.180 Bigford. Keda (9) 61.65.89.97.179.180 Birch. Jim (10) 97 Bisballe. Eric (12) 32.45.72.93.114 Bisballe. Kurt (10) 58.59.72 BischolT. Dan (11) 97 Bischoff. Jim (teacher) 12.34.101.127.128 INDEX That's ALL We Need Biskner. Brian (12) 36.85.114 Blanchard. Heather (I I) 17.97.179 Blanchard. Tom (II) 8.10.45.68.69.78.97 Blankenship. John (teacher) 43.44.68.85.1 17.127 Blankenship. Shanon (II) 43.50.51.68.97.178.180 Blasky. Barb (teacher) 127 Blasky. Mike (teacher) 72.73.127 Blodgett. Debbie (10) 52.68.97.180 Baals. Mark (II) 72.97 BOOSTERS CLUB 66.67 Bourdow. Gary (12) 21.33.44.54.81.84.114.119 Bowman. Dam (9) 97.180 Bowman. David (II) 45.68.97 Bowman. Dcann (9) 52.68.97.177 Bowman. Su ie (I I) 97.121 Boycrsmith. Missy (12) 71.89.90.108.1 14 BOVS BASKETBALL 56-59 BOVS TRACK 68-69 Bradley. Renee (II) 97 Bradley. Rhonda (II) 32.67.97.177.178 Branam. Tom (9) 76.97.99 Breedlove. Evie (II) 10.19.35.99.1 58.181 Brimmer. Steve (12) 12.40.93.104.115 ' Brown. Autumn (9) 61.68.99.116.176.180 Brown. Dick (vice-principal) 60.67 Brown. Jason (II) 48.49.57.68.99.158.178 Brown. Vince (II) 3.5.15.56.57.72.73.91.178.179.181 Browning. Richard (10) 72.99 Bryant. Valerie (12) 80 Buchanan. Kim (II) 99 Bunn. Shannon (12) 115 Burdme. Becky (12) 23.39.115.121 Burdine. Dwight (I I) 99 Burgis. Mike (II) 24.48.99 Burke. Monica (9) 99,180 Burns. Alan (II) 45.99 BUSINESS CLASSES 80 Butson. Lisa (12) 115.179.180 Cabay. Georgina (12) 8.115 Cabay. Jessie (9) 99 Calkins. Charlie (12) 16.18.23.26.74.86.115.178.179.180 Calkins. Gabby (10) 52.71.99.178.180 Canfield. Lylcneltc (II) 24.51.68.99.178.180 Cannady. Kris (9) 99 Carnahan. Charlie (9) 99 Carrick. Jennifer (9) 99.180 Carrick. Mark (II) 79 CARS 20,21 Caster. Calvin (10) 46.47.84 Caster. Kari (12) 6.41.71.115.125,176.177 Catlin. Paula (12) 115.180 Chanda. Tina (10) 99 CHEERLEADERS 62.63.176.177 Chidestcr. Randi (12) 7.15.31.63.116.176 Chmielewski. Doug (10) 99 CHOIR 89.179.180 Chorlcy. Eric (9) 47.68.99.103.180 Christensen. Brian (9) 47.58.68,99.180 Chudzinski, Linda (II) 19.99 Circle. Rebecca (9) 99 Citko. Greg (10) 68.99 CLOSING 182-184 Cobcrlcy. David (10) 99 Coberlcy. Kelley (12) 21.35.39.86.116.121.178.181 Cohcc. Jon (10) 10.36.42.46.47.72.98.99,179 Colby, Brian (9) 47.58.59.68.99.123.138 Cole. Sheri (10) 71.99.178.180 Cole. Sheridan (12) 45,116 Coleman. Andy (II) 99 Collins, Brenda (teacher) 87.127.128 COLOPHON 181 COMPUTERS 81 CONCERT BAND 89,180 CONCERTCHOIR 89-180 Cook. George (II) 84.99 Coppernoll. Lisa (11) 99 Coppernoll. Shelly (9) 99 Couch. Bill (12) 68.69,116 Couch. Jim (10) 99.180 Cowdrey. Jane (12) 28.34.61.80.81.86.96.115.116.178 Cowles. Eric (12) 38.42.56.57.116 Crawford. Daniel (EMI) 99 Cronin. Karen (12) 13.19.34.61.64.115.116.178.181 Crystal. Brian (10) 47,99 Crystal. Je(T(l2) 108.116 Crystal. Tim (9) 99.180 Curns, Dawn (11) 99.129 C’zada. Cory (I I) 48.56.57.99 Danes. Gerald (11) 99 Danes. Mike (II) 99.106 Dankert. Mike (9) 99 Daugherty. Preston (9) 99 Davidson. Gary (12) 116 Davis. Karin (II) 21.99 Davis. Missy (12) 18.29.31.106.116.178 Davis. Toni (9) 94.99 Dawson. Alice (10) 99.123.180 Dcamud. Dave (12) 39.93.107.116.178.180 Decker. Russ (11) 99.120.152 Deeley. Kelli (9) 61.68.99.176 Dccley. Kerri (9) 99 Deeley. Kris (10) 20.68.99 Dchoff. Elgin (10) 100 Dcrsche. Gary (10) 100 Dcry. Kristin (12) 35.77.116.176.177.181 Dinsmoorc. Karla (II) 10.30.50.51.65.68.100.103.180 Dinsmoore. Kim (12) 31.71.90.1 17.178.179 Dotson. Kim (12) 18.117 Draper. Dan (12) 48.75.91.117 DRAMA 88.89.179 Dusscau. Michelle (II) 51.61.71.100.114 Dwor ynski. Kim (9) 8.68.100.104.123 Eash. Steve (9) 100 Eckstorm. Shari (10) 52.100.177 Eddy. David (9) 72.73.100 Edwards. Mike (10) 100 Eisenhardt. Karen (II) 61 : Eisenhardt. Ray (9) 100 Elsholz, Joe (9) 68.100 EMOTIONS 16.17 ENGLISH CLASSES 78.81 Eno. Bill (II) 41.72.100.178 Eno. Chris (9) 100 1 Ensing. Anita (9) 100 Ensing. Lois (10) 100 FACULTY 126-129 FADS AND FASHIONS 8.9 Fagcrlie, Steve (12) 13.20.45.91.98.117 Fcolc. Wendy (10) 14.100 Fischer. Annette (12) 74.76.103.125 Fischer. Bernice (10) 100.113 Fischer. Lance (II) 100 Fisher. Dana (10) 100.178 Fisher. Eddy (10) 100 I FLAG GIRLS 65 FOOTBALL 44-47 Foreman. Charlie (I I) 67 Forman. Dan (II) 48.72.100 Forman. Rick (II) 68.100 French. Heidi (12) 14.1 5.33.63.118.176.177.178.181 FRESHMAN BASKETBALL 52.53.58.59 FR LSI I MAN CH EER LK AI ERS 62.63.177 FRESHMEN 96-1 I I Gardner. Greg (9) 68.100 Gellerman. Lynne (teacher) 5.127 Gibbs, Jennifer (10) 100.180 Gifford. Ellen (12) 61.71.118 Gilbert. Michelle (EMI) 100 Gillctt. Heather (10) 61.100.180 GIRLS BASKETBALL 50-53 GIRLS TRACK 68.69 GOLF 48.49 Gonzalez, Joe (10) 20.100 Goodnow. Robert (II) 179.181 Gortc. Lisa (II) 100.179 Gor clcwski. Chris (10) 100 Goss. Shaun (II) 11,68.100,178 GRADES 85 GRADUATION 38.39 Grant. Annette (II) 100 Greene. Tim (10) 68.100 Griffin. Brent (9) 100 Griffin. Tom (10) 100 Gross. Nicole (12) 6.25.41.54.118.176.177 Grove. Scott (9) 100.179,180 Gruber. Brad (11) 45.100.180.182 Guest. Holly (10) 100.180 Guldncr. Mitz.ic (II) 8.54.62.100.176.177 Hacker. Corey (10) 47.58.75.100 Hackney. Ann (9) 100 Hackney. Greg (9) 102 Hammonds. Ron (9) 72.102 Hammonds. Valeric (12) 118 Hamp. Bryan (9) 68.102.180 Hancock. Brenda (teacher) 126.127.128.177 Hancock. Don (12) 118 Harrison. Becky (10) 97,102 Harvey. Randy (10) 102 Hasty. Tyler (9) 47.58.59.103 Havlick. Dave (9) 106.180 Head. Mark (II) 103 Heine. Tim (II) 103.133 Hejka. Andy (12) 27.48.49.86.90.118.152.178.181 Hendrix. Monica (10) 103 Henning. Roddy (I I) 96.103 Hern. Peter (I I) 18.103.178.179 Holmes. Lea (9) 61.68.103 HOMF.-EC. 83 HOMECOMING 14.15 HOMECOMING HONEY 12.13 Hoover. Brett (I I) 40.103.178 Hoover. Deb (9) 103 Hoover, Duane (I I) 103 Horigan. Ken (II) 57 Horn. Sheri (9) 103 Howard, Kevin (10) 58.103 Howell, Terry 12) 23.68.74.112.II8.178.179.180 Howell. Tiffanie (9) 62,71.103.147.176.177,1 79.180 Hunt. Heather (11) 103 Hutson. Joanne (9) 61.103 lonitclli. Lisa (12) 28.34.118.125 Ignat. Maria (12) 8.23.31.33.50.88.93. 112.119.138.178.179.181 INDUSTRIAL EDUCATION 82 Jackson, Denise (9) 103 Jammer. Theresa (12) 12.25.60.61.71. 119.121 Jansen. Elaine (teacher) 127.129 Jarvis. Sue (10) 103.176.177.178 Javoroski. Adam (10) 72.103 Javoroski. Pete (teacher) 48.49.86.127 Jenkins. Amy (12) 8.1 15.119.178.181 Jenkins. Lynn (9) 103 Johnson. Billy (9) 20.46.47.103.183 Johnson. Dee Dee (10) 52.68,103.180 Johnson. Jim (teacher) 28.64.68.91, 127.128 JUNIORS 96-1 11 JUNIOR-SENIOR BANQUET 34.35 JUNIOR-SENIOR PROM 34.35 JUNIOR VARSITY BASEBALL 72. 73 JUNIOR VARSITY BASKETBALL 52.53.58.59 JUNIOR VARSITY CHEERLEAD- ERS 62.63.176.177 JUNIOR VARSITY FOOTBALL 46. 47 JUNIOR VARSITY GOLF 48.49 JUNIOR VARSITY SOFTBALL 70. 71 JUNIOR VARSITY VOLLEYBALL 60.61 Jury. Jack (counselor) 86.127 Kahriman. Kathy (9) 60.61.68.103 Kauffman. Sandra (9) 103 Keller. Keith (12) 39.49.91.119 Kern. Sue (10) 103 Kiffner. Claudia (secretary ) 127 Kilburn. Brian (10) 103 Kopishka. Mike (9) 103 Korbinski. Rodney (12) 119 Kosciclccki. Kevin (12) 12.119 Kowalski. Kevin (12) 27,38.119 Kowalski. Lisa (9) 29.61.62.96.103. 180 Kramer. Jack (teacher) 70.117.127.129 Kramer. Jean (coach) 60.61 Kraen lein. Floyd (9) 103 Kuniz. Dawn (9) 103.180 l.abadic. Kirk (9) 103 Lacombc, Rick (10) 72 Laginess. (.auric (II) 103 Landon. Louie (II) 103 landon. Mike (9) 37.103 LaPrad. Jim (9) 103 LaPrad. Joe (12) 85.92.104,1 19 LaRoque. Judi (12) 23.116.120.178 Lashlcy. Kerry (12) 20.120 l-au on. Dan (9) 47 Lawson. Erihk (10) 103 Lawrence. Bill (EMI) 105 Lcatch. Dale (I I) 23.48.105 Lcwandowski. Renee (I I) 14.18.105. 131.177 Lillie. Darin (10) 47.58.79.105 Lillie. Glen (12) 120 Lindsay. Krystal (9) 105.180 Littlejohn. Leann (12) 120 Loiacano. Joe (II) 57.72.101.105 Lopez. Marguita (9) 105 Loviska. David (10) 105 Low. Ida (II) 36.105 Low. Marci (II) 3.61.82.105.178 Lytle. Jessie (10) 105 Maass. Scott (12) 25.54,120 Maasv Steve (12) 45.120.123 Mace. Toney (II) 72. 105 Majszak. Jeff (I I) 105.127 Majszak. Jodi (9) 41.71.105 Maki. Mary (12) 24.26.92.116.121.178 V ARSITY BASKETBALL CHEERLEADERS: Front Row: Kristin Dcry, Bobbi Ostrom, Mitzic Guldncr, Rhonda Bradley. Back Row: Carrie Micskc. Renee Lcwandowski, Nicole Gross, Coach Brenda Hancock. Jodie Ostrom, Kari Caster, Heidi French. J.V. BASKETBALL CHEERLEADERS: Front Row: Nancy Rigling, Sheri Eckstorm. Rosemary Servas. Cheri Pace. Back Row: Sue Jarvis, Amy Widdis. Beth Benjamin, Stephanie Parrott, Deann Bowman, Corie Seiler. FRESHMAN BASKETBALL CHEERLEADERS: Front Row: Erika Szyska, Tiffanie Howell. Nicole Alton. Back Row: Kathy Bechill, Kim Wirick. Stacy Thompson. INDEX STUDENT SENATE: Front Row: Marci Low, Amy Patterson, Amy Southwell, Gabby Calkins. Back Row: Sharce Ringwald, Sarah Woodwyk, Phil Spicer, Joel Nocrr. Mike Aho. Eric Noonan, Jammic Piclak. SPANISH CLUB: Front Row: Nicole Thompson, Kandi Markey. Angela Plackowski, Shaun Goss, Mary Maki. Second Row: Sue Jarvis. Dana Fischer, Chris Eno, Tracy Pooley, Lisa Betz. Back Row: Sherie Cole, Peter Hern, Kristi Ackley, Cindy Pacini, Sarah Woodwyk. Stephanie Parrott, Shanon Blankenship. Terry Howell, Judi LaRoquc. NATIONAL HONOR SOCIETY: Front Row: Shanon Blankenship. Lylenette Canfield, Cindy Pacini, Sarah Woodwyk. Rhonda Bradley. Mark Williams, Andy Hejka, Dan Werner, David Dcamud, Marci Low. Missy Davis. Chris Walsh. Phil Spicer Jason Brown, Jason Mandley. Back Row: Jane Cowarey, Carrie Micske, Jammie Pielak, Charlie Calkins. Kelley Cobcrley, Heidi French, Karen Cronin, Jodie Ostrom, Maria Ignat, Jim O'Toole. Kim Dinsmoore, Amy Jenkins, Vince Brown, Brett Hoover. Bobbie Ostrom, Bob Miller. Maki. Tom (II) 105 Malcolmson. Tim (9) 58.72.105 Mandley, Jason (II) 25.105.108.178, 180 MARCHING BAND 89.180 Markey. Kandi (10) 61.68.86.105.122. 178.180 Markey. Kara (9) 52.60.61.68.89.105. 180 Marnn. Josh (II) 27.35.68.105.138 Marlin. Rod (teacher) 86.127 Marline . Bob (II) 104 MATH CLASSES 79 Maltcson. Angela (EMI) 105 Maurer. Carolyn (12) 121 Maurer. Jim (9) 58.59.105 McClellan. Jimmy (10) 82.105 McClue. Stacy (12) 80.121 McEvers. Kim (12) 11.24.33.91.96.121 McKenzie. Micki (12) 80.121 McKinley. Jason (II) 68.105 McKinnon. Renee (9) 105 McNeil. Mike (9) 58.72.105 McTaggart. Todd (II) 105 Mead. Scoti (12) 79.93.121 Mcdbcry. Jammic (9) 60.61.105.180 Meier. Bud (10) 47.58.59.68.105 Meigs. Jim (9) 15.47.58.78 Meigs. Ken (12) 48.49.105 Mclloh. Dave (II) 45.57.75.105 Mercer. Chuck (teacher) 51.127.129 Mercer. Kathc (10) 52.53.60.61.68.69. 105.114.180 Merriam. Chcne (10) 105.180 MeikifT. Don (12) 78 Mieske. Carrie (12) 7.14.15.31.32.62. 84.121.176.177.178,181 Mieske. Steve (10) 30.48.49.72.73.105 Micilincn. Tapio(ll) 29.32.45.105. 110.111 Miles. Scott (10) 47.72.105 Miller. Mary (EMI) 105 Miller. Robert (II) 37.57.68.105.178. 182 Mm ghor. Michelle (10) 105.176 Mooney. Jason (10) 47.58.103.105 Moore. Christen (10) 85.89.105.176. 179.180 Moore. Dalene(lO) 105 Moore. Shelly (9) 105 Morgan. Brian (II) 45.67.105.180 Morrison. Dan (9) 105 Muma. Dawn (10) 105 Muma. Shawn (9) 72.83 Muma. Tony (II) 10.34.45.68.82.105, 109 Murray. Laura (I I) 42.61.105 Murray. Maria (10) 61.105.179.180 Myers. Michelle (10) 65.105.180 Myers. Scott (11) 45.106 NATIONAI HONOR SOCIETY 86. 178 Nebor. Ken (9) 72 Ncllist. Jason (12) 121 Neorr. Heather (II) 106.179.180 Neorr. Joel (9) 46.47.58.72.106.178. 180 Nevills. Terry (12) 130 Newmycr. Frank (10) 68.106.180 Nichols. Shelley (10) 106.180 Nichols. Tracy (9) 106 Nixon. Craig (12) 121 NON-COMPETITIVE SPORTS 74.75 Noonan. Eric (10) 55.68.85.106.168. 178 Nurse. Rebecca (10) 106 O’Neil. Pat (12) 45.83.121 OPENING 2-5 O’Toole. Jim (12) 8.11.12.13.16.44.45. 56.57.72.90.121.178.181 O’Toole. Pete (10) 45,106 Osterman. Gretchen (II) 180 Ostrom. Bobbie (I I) 104.106.176.177. 178 Ostrom. Jodie (12) 16.26.33.63.71. 121.177.178.181 Ostrom. Mike (9) 47.58.59.68.84.106 Pace. Chen (10) 17.106.115.176.177. 179.180 Pacini. Cindy (II) 24.65.68.92.106. 123.130.178.180 Palm. Tom (12) 122 Pappas. Chris (10) 45.68.101.106.133 PARENT EMBARRASSMENTS 36. 37 PARENTS’ MEETINGS 28.29 Parker. Melissa (12) 122 Parris. Scott (EMI) 106 Parrot. Stephanie (10) 52.71.106.177. 178 Patterson. Amy (II) 106.178 Pawlica. Batbie (10) 40.102.106 Pawlica. Lisa (I I) 102.106 PEOPLE 94-129 Peshick. Heidi 12) 41.122.184 Peters. Julie (12) 39.122.180 Peterson. Timothy (EMI) 106 Phelps. Becky (II) 55.106.123 PHENOMENA 18.19 Phillips. Barry (10) 47.68.106 PHYSICAL EDUCATION 82.87 Piche. Jcneen (12) 10.11.13.15.17.31. 93.122 Pielak. Jammie (12) 15.16.24.30.31. 33.63.122.176.177.181 Pierson. Gail (teacher) 128 Pietchak. Wendell (teacher) 80 Plackowski. Angela (10) 106.118.178. 180 Pooley. Tracy (10) 61.106.178 POPS CHORALE 89.179 Poralh. Jennifer (10) 52.60.61.68.85. 106.107 Porath. Mary Anne (II) 61.71.82.107. 114 POWDFRPUFF FOOTBALL 12.13 Price. Kay (switchboard) 128 PRIORITIES 54.55 Prisk. Matt (teacher) 86.117.128 Pruden. Pauline (teacher) 113.128. 129.182 Pulcifer. Marc (II) 76.107.118 Putnam. Julie (9) 107 Quincy. Colin (9) 47.68.101 Rachilla. Tom (teacher) 128 RatlilV. Denny (10) 47.107 Rholon. Joe (9) 58.72.107 Rhoton. Terry (II) 107 Richardson. Joe (EMI) 107 Rigling. Jim (teacher) 83.128 Rigling. Nancy (10) 1.68.79.107.176. 177.180 Ringwald. Sharce (10) 71.89.92.107. 176.178.179.180 Ripkc. Jason (10) 47.72.83.107 Ritter, (ieaninc (10) 107 Ritter, ferry (12) 122 Roberts, Greg (10) 88.107.180 Robinson. Cathy (9) 107 Robinson. Pam (II) 107 Rohll's. Tricia (II) 107.180 Rosier. Rob (II) 107 Roza. JelT(IO) 5.16.45 Rzycki. Amy (9) 41.107.176 Sabatino. Ann (12) 86 Sage. Kevin (10) 107 St. Louis. Darla (11) 91.109.158 Sapp. Kim (10) 81.107 Sawyer. Tina (10) 11.68.107.179 Schneider. Jim (10) 47.57.107 SCHOLARSHIPS 87 Schroeder. Dan (9) 68.107.180 Schultz. Frank (12) 122 Schwartz. Tiffany (10) 107 SCIENCE CLASSES 78 Scdorc. Ralph (teacher) 81.128 Seiler. Corie (9) 63.66.68.108.176.177. 179 Self. Tammy (9) 108 Self. Tina (II) 79.108.113 SENIORS 114-125 Scrdel. Brenda (12) 121.123 Sergeant. Stephanie (I I) 98 Servas. Rosemary (10) 79.97.108.177 Sha.rard. D.J. (II) 108 Sherman. Paul (EMI) 108 Sherwood. Jeff (12) 5.27.45.47.68.123. 125 Sherwood. Steve (9) 68 Shipp. Missy (II) 2.50.51.71.103.108. 180 Showaltcr. Robert (9) 108.179 Shrcve. Shirley (12) 123 Slcsinski. Sandi (band director) 180 Sluck. Dave (II) 108 Sluck. Pat (9) 58.59 Smith. Amber (12) 30.31.123.158.179. 180 Smith. Brian (10) 108 Smith. Dan (10) 45.58.94.108 Smith. Greg (10) 47.68.108 Smith. Sonya (9) 108 Smith. Trina (12) 123 Smith. Trista (10) 108.113 SNOB ALL 30.31 SOCIAL STUDIES 79 Sodcrman. Greta (10) 52.70.71.108 SOFrBALL 70.71 SOPHOMORES 96-III Southwell. Amy (10) 61.108.120.178 180 SPANISH CLUB 23.178 Sperry. Russ (10) 47.108 Spicer. Phil (12) 74.123.178.184 SPIRIT WEEK 10.11 SPORTS 42-75 SPRING BREAK 32.33 INDEX That's ALL We Need Stead. Chris (10) 71.89.109.179.180 Slender. Rodney (12) 74.123.125 Slcnzcl. C'hnssy (9) 109 Stevens. Kellie (12) 38.61.70.83.100. 114.123 Slovens. Marty (12) 124 Stevens. Matt (10) 109 Stevenson. Randy (10) 48.58.109 Storey. Tim (II) 109 SloulTcr. C raig (12) 111.120.124.180 Stout. Dick (9) 109 Strausc. Lynn (teacher) 5.88.126.128. 181 Stripling. Tammy (9) 109 Stuck. Brad (10) 109.158 STUDENT LI EE 6-41 STUDENT SENATE 24.25.178 STUDY HABITS 84 Sullivan. Scott (II) 42.45.68.109 SUMMER 40.41 Sussex. Regina (12) 20.124.179 Sutton. Lisa (librarian) 12.128 Suzor. Tim (12) 21.96.98.124 Swanson. Michelle (10) 109.180 Swarthoul. Sylvia (aide) 128 Sweet. Tracy (12) 124 Swider. Shannon (II) 14.61.98.99.109 Swope. Laura (I I) 109 Swope, Tim (10) 109 S ach. Steve (9) III Szewezyk. Ronald (principal) 28.35. 127.128 Szyska. Erika (9) 16.109.177.180 Taft. C hris (9) 109 Taylor. Karen (II) 109 Terry. Guthrie (II) 109 Terschlusc. Joanic (12) 27 TESTS 84 Thompson. Jeff (12) 44.45,54.56.57. 68.115.119.124 Thompson. Liz (teacher) 80.126.128 Thompson. Nicole (10) 109.178.180 Thompson. Stacy (9) 52.53.101.109. 177.180 Thornton. Tom ( ) 179 Ticpcl. Erie (10) 47.72.109 Tilford. Michelle (9) 110 Toth. Julie (9) 110 Townsend. Byron (teacher) 68.69.128 TRACK 68.69 Trethewey, Tracy (9) 110 Tuck. Jason (12) 124 Turner. I ricia (10) 110.118 TURNING 18 26.27 yson. Kim (9) 61.110 UNDERC LASSMEN 96-111 Urbach. Bill (II) 110 Urbach. Lon (II) 110 VandenBos. Tricia (9) 110 VanWormer. Tom (10) 47.83.110 VARSITY BASEBALL 72.73 VARSITY BASKETBALL 50.51.56.57 VARSITY CHEERLEADERS 62.63. 176.177 VARSITY FOOTBALL 44.45 VARSITY GOLF 48.49 VARSITY SOFTBALL 70.71 VARSITY VOLLEYBALL 60.61 VOLLEYBALL 60.61 W Wager. Tracy (10) 110 Walker. Julie (II) 79.110 Walker. Kim (12) 86.96.124 Waller. Greg (teacher) 72.73.128 Walters. Ron (teacher) 128 Walsh. C hris (12) 85.91.111.124.178. 181.182 Walsh. Matt (9) 58.59 Warner. Ken (teacher) 46.56.117.126. 128.129 Warson. Brandon (11)5 Watkins. Robby (EMI) 110 Wedemeycr. An (12) 124.180 Wedemcycr. Natalie (10) 70.71.80.97. 106.110 Welch. Michelle (II) 110.180 Werner. Dan (I I) 90.110.178.179.180 Werner. Ken (9) I 10.180 W haley. Dawn (EMI) 110 Widdis. Amy (9) 63.110.176,177 Widdis. Heidi (12) 8.124 Wierzbicki. Dawn (II) 19.110 Wierzbicki. Stacy (10) 71.110.180 Wiggins. Chris (12) 21.124 Wiggins. Ron (10) 21.47.57.59.67.72. 104.110 W ilcox. Roneka (9) 110.180 W ild. Frank (12) 75 Wilder. Steve (12) 124 Williams. Mark (II) 5.44.1 10.178.179. 181 Williamson. Steve (9) 110 Willoughby. Christa (II) III Wilson. Cara (12) 51.52 Wilson. Nicole (9) 84 Wilson. Peggy (9) III Wilson. Suprena (II) III Winchel. Tammy (12) 9.23.31.124 Winchel. tom (II) 158 Wirick. Kim (9) 52.111.177.181 W'itfoth. Dawna (10) III Witfoth. Dick (12) 72.81.124 Witfoth. Dina (12) 90.124 Wood. Angel (9) 111.180 Woodwyk. Sara (II) 3,9.23.50.51.71. 111.178 W'oolcy. Dawn 10) III W'orden. Sherry (10) III W'urm. Ken (9) 72.95.111 WyckofT. John (12) 78.124 Wyman. Leslie (12) 39.124 YEARB(X)K 88.181 Yennoir. Barbie (II) III Yennior. Jammie (10) 82.111 Yennior. Shelly (II) 111.127.179.180 Zarzyski. Ed (12) 13.26.124.181 Zarzyski. Kim (9) 14.61.68.84.93.111. 176.179 DRAMA: Front Row: Heather Blanchard, Dan Werner, Lisa Gorte, Cheri Pace, Kristi Ackley, Tina Sawyer. Peter Hern, Regina Sussex. Lisa Butson. Back Row: Rob Goodnow', Terry Howell, Charlie Calkins. Maria Ignat, Kim Dinsmoore. Jon Cohee. Vince Brown. BKAUTYSHOP: Amber Smith, Keda Bigford, Lisa Butson. Chris Stead, Sharec Ringwald, Shcllic Yennior, Coric Seiler. Kim Zarzyski. BARBERSHOP: Front Row: Rusty Showalter. Scott Grove. Back Row: Brady Bigford. Charlie Calkins, Paul Williams. POPS CHORALE: Front Row: Tom Thornton. Paul Williams. Rusty Showalter. Brady Bigford. Charlie Calkins, Raymond Goodnow. Scott Grove. Back Row: Keda Bigford, Chris Stead, Kathy Bechill. Lisa Butson, Sharee Ringwald, Maria Murray. Shellie Yennior, Christen Moore, Tiffanic Howell. Heather Neorr. CONCERT CHOIR: Front Row: Sharcc Ringwald, Lisa Kowalski, Kathy Bechill, Scott Grove. Brady Bigford, Maria Murray. Heather Neorr, Tiffanic Howell. Second Row: Stacey Wierzbicki. Shelly Nichols. Michelle Welch. Keda Bigford. Eric Chorelv. Brian Christensen, Art Wedemeyer, Heather Gillctt, Cheri Pace. Holly Guest, Michelle Swanson, Erika Szyska, Gabby Calkins. Third Row: Julie Peters, Dawn Kuntz. Dannette Bowman. Chris Stead. Cherie Merriam, Lisa Butson. Dan Schrocder, Joel Neorr. Tricia Rolhfs. Krystal Lindsey. Melody Dombrowski, Lisa Betz, Sheri Cole, Trina Adamczyk. Back Row: Amber Smith. Kris Dann. Amy Southwell, Charlie Calkins. Terry Howell. Jim Couch, Dawn Beckwith. Melissa W'elch. Grctchcn Ostcrman, Nicole Afton, Stacy Thompson. Shcllic Ycnnior. MARCHING BAND: Front Row: Keda Bigford, Michelle Myers. Christen Moore. Missy Shipp. Debbie Blodgett. Angela Plackowski, Karin Akin. Second Row: Karla Dinsmoore. Gabby Calkins, Michelle Swanson, Jennifer Carrick. Jennifer Gibbs. Nancy Rigling. Autumn Brown. Nicole Afton. Bryan Hamp. Monica Burke. Craig Stouffcr. Ken Werner, Angel Wood, Roncka Wilcox, Cindy Pacini. Back Row: Drum Major Paula Catlin, Shannon Blankenship. Frank Newmyer, Tim Crystal. Kara Markey, Greg Robers. Dan Werner, David Dcamud, Alice Dawson, Jason Mandlcy, Kathc Mercer. DceDee Johnson. CONCERT BAND: Front Row: Jennifer Carrick, Michelle Swanson. Nancy Rigling. Christen Moore. Karla Dinsmoore, Cindy Pacini. Alice Dawson, Kathc Mercer. Second Row: Director Miss Sandi Slcsinski. Nicole Thompson. Kandi Markey, Jammic Mcdbery, Keda Bigford, Dave Havilek. Lylencttc Canfield, Dee Dee Johnson. Jennifer Gibbs. Angel Wood. Jason Mandlcy. Back Row- Gabby Calkins, Frank Newmyer, Tim Crystal, Deborah Blodgett. Brian Morgan. Mike Bariethcr, Greg Roberts, Dan Werner, Brad Gruber, Monica Burke, Ken Werner. 180 INDEX 1 JL 1 That's ALL W© Need 'C.olop ion That’s All We Need, the 1987 Houghton Lake High School Yearbook, was printed by Inter-Collegiate Press, 6015 Travis Lane, Shawnee Mission, Kansas, using offset lithography. Three hundred and fifty copies were sold at $18 per copy. All 184 pages were printed on 80 pound enamel. The cover was printed on litho cloth in PMS colors 486, 489 and 541, then laminated. Endsheets were printed in PMS colors 486 and 541. Pantone paper in PMS colors 486 and 489 was used to prepare the title page and opening. All type for body copy and captions consisted of 8, 10, 12 and 14 point Times Roman, Times Roman Bold and Times Roman Italic. Sports scoreboards and team picture identifications consisted of 8 point Optimist and Optimist Bold. Type was prepared with the use of a Xerox 820-II and an IBM-PC computer and ICP’s Typestar 2000 telecommunications program. Copy was telecommunicated to the printing plant, typeset and returned for paste up. The entire book with the exception of photos was pasted up by staff. Main headline type on the cover, endsheets, title page and division pages was American Typewriter. Freestyle Script was also used for secondary headlines on the endsheets and division pages. Main headline type on the opening and closing pages was Brighton Bold. Student life used News Gothic Bold for primary headlines and Kaufmann Bold for secondary headlines. Sports used Palantino Ultra Heavy for primary heads and 18 point Times Roman for secondary heads. “All the Marbles” was done in Pin Ball. The scoreboard heading was Brush Script and Modem. All headlines for Academics used Franklin Gothic, Franklin Gothic Extra Condensed and Franklin Gothic Medium Italic. People used Corinthian Extra Bold and Crillee Italic for primary headlines and Corinthian Light for secondary headlines. Advertising features and index used News Gothic and Harlow Solid. The staff wishes to thank all those people who made this book possible. Thank you to Judi Coolidge, Kathy Craghead, Nancy Hastings, Rod Kuhn, Terry Nelson, Nancy Ruth Patterson and Paul Schweiger for their help and encouragement at Ball State. Thank you to Tom Vranich, our ICP representative, for his patience, encouragement, sense of humor and for helping us acquire our IBM. Thank you to our ICP Customer Care Representative Fran Nagomey and the ICP Typestar expert Larry Stock. Thank you to art teacher Mr. Tom Rachilla for his illustrations in the People section. Thank you to Jeff Raymond for shooting our important events and taking the time to print the pictures we needed. Thank you to our patient, understandng parents, John McCartney, the Houghton Lake Resorter and Principal Ron Szewczyk. The Houghton Lake Yearbook is a member of The Michigan Interscholastic Press Association where our 1986 book won a Spartan Award, the Great Lake Interscholastic Press Association where our 1986 book won a Buckeye Award, the Columbia Scholastic Press Association where our 1986 book won a first place, and the National Scholastic Press Association where our 1986 book also won a first place. YEARBOOK STAFF: Front Row: Andy Hejka, Sports Editor Vince Brown, Karen Cronin, People Editor Amy Jenkins, Evic Breedlove. Back Row: Student Life Editor Heidi French, Chris Walsh, Business Manager Mike Aho, Rob Goodnow, Academics Editor Kristin Dery, Assistant Business Manager Mark Williams, Photo Editor Carrie Mieske. Jodie Ostrom, Jim O’Toole. Jammie Pielak. Maria Ignat, Kelley Coberley. Kim Wirick, Ed Zarzyski, Adviser Mrs. Lynn Strause. Photo by Carol Wynn. INDEX 6 Burying the rock was dumb because it’s always been a symbol and now it’s ruined. .1 have a feeling the subject isn ’t over, w Junior Brad Gruber Painting the rock, a tradition that began when we moved to our new high school, ended when several seniors buried it as a final act. Senior Chris Walsh and junior Bob Miller check out the four inches left above ground on the morning after. Photo by Terry Howell. What started out as a regular teachers’ meeting turned into a surprise retirement party for Mrs. Pauline Pruden. After teaching for 26 years, Mrs. Pruden retires. Faculty' members gave her a card drawn by Mr. Tom Rachilla and a free pass to the Rock House. Photo by Karen Cronin. ■ OSING ’hat's ALL We Need John Barr II. Half a dozen new track records, a victory over the number two softball team in the state and a trip to the districts in baseball. Almost $25,000 in local scholarships, 120 service hours at King’s Nursing Home and 345 days working on the yearbook. Goodbye to our Fin and to Karin Akin, hello to three new Coke machines and the retirement of Mrs. Pruden after 26 years. Another year drew to a close with a flurry of activities. School officially ended with the last exam on June 5. Looking back at all the people, places and events, we found this year provided all we needed. ■ A new school sign, a Spanish Club trip to La Senorita in Traverse City, room searches and ■ It’s all over. Classes have ended and you’ve written your last exam. All that’s left is to clean out the junk from a too small locker. Freshman Billy Johnson fills the trash can with a year’s worth of accumulated notes. Photo by Evie Breedlove. CLOSING 1 8? 1 oo ■ Graduation means it’s all over for 124 senior on May 31. Along with graduate Heidi Peshick, Phil Spicer, salutatorian, picks up the official proof, his diploma, from Counselor Mrs. Marge Benjamin in the office after the ceremony. Phil plans to pursue a major in business administration at Michigan State. Photo by Evie Breedlove. 6 Picking up my diploma put the finishing touch on everything. Senior Phil Spicer