Johnsburg High School - Skyhawk Yearbook (McHenry, IL)

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SPEAKING BEFORE JOHNSBURGS TOP STUDENTS, academically, John Strom, editor of national Wildlife magazine entertains his audience with stories about his interesting life as a journalist. Freshman Andy Thompson receives his award from assistant principal Jocelyn Booth. Freshman Jason Quinn was among those who ranked in the top 10 percent of his Class academically. Senior Paula Jargstorf receives her certifi- cate for superior academic performance. Principal Rob Gough presents keynote speaker John Strom with a Johnsburg J . Top 10% Honored Internationally-Known journalist John Strom, editor of national Wildlife magazine, was the Keynote speaK- er at the annual Top 10 percent” recognition night which honors students who ranK at the very top of their Class academically. Strom, who has a home in WoodstocK but who spends most of his worKing time in Washington, D.C., told students about the exciting life he has led. Leav- ing the family farm as a young man, Strom became a world traveler. He eventually visited almost 100 differ- ent countries. In his travels, he worKed as a journalist and rubbed elbows with some of the greats, such as Ernest Hemmingway. Strom said the greatest man he ever met was India's Hindu nationlist and spiritual leader Mahatma Gandhi. He interviewed Gandhi. Strom challenged students with the question, Do you value education?” He then listed five thoughts than can help lead one to success: (1) TaKe risKs for what you believe in and want to do. (2) The only real security you'll ever have is your own ability. (3) Devel- op priorities. (4) There is no such thing as a free lunch. Wealth had to be created. (5) Dream big dreams thinK big, cheap. After the Keynote address, students were awarded certificates acKnowledging their achievement. Top 10% Recognition 23

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S.A.D.D. Officers for Students Against Driving Drunk are Laura Cardella, vice president; Tami Gallo, president; Liz Steinbock. secretary; Dawn Cerny, treasurer. S.A.D.D. Club Begun In the spring of '87, Johnsburg students began a new club. Students Against Driving Drunk. Driver's Ed. instructor Dave Dombroski is the adviser of the group. More than 100 students expressed an interest in joining the organization. Already, the Johnsburg chapter of S.A.D.D. has helped sponsor a number of activities designed to increase awareness about the problem of drunk driv- ing. The week before prom, a smashed-up auto- mobile was displayed in front of school to illustrate one consequence of drunk driving. A week later, the Freshman Class and S.A.D.D. held a car smash in front of the school. Students could take three wacks at an auto with a sledge hammer for a dollar. Club members began planning activities for the next school year. Among possible activities are a drive to get parents to sign a pledge dealing with alcohol and parties, a dance, a program for primary and middle school children, and an effort to raise money to sponsor a billboard. Statistics claim that on the average, a person is killed almost every 20 minutes somewhere in the United States by a drunk driver. Sophomore Paul Bjerning takes a heavy swing at an auto during the car smash. Senior Dave Corbeil steps up to the plate . Math teacher Todd Lewison takes out his frustrations on the car. 22 S.A.D.D.

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Prom 87' Right: Three couples pose for a photo mem- ory at prom. Front Row: Chris Ganzer, Traci McArtor, and Sandy Pederson; Row 2: Dave Hendrixson, Steve Tennison, and Tim Ayl- ward. Steve Woods escorts his partner, Kathy Prom Court. Above: Front row: Mary Wroblewski, Cindy Swartzloff, Wendy Boelens, Queen Grams, for prom court. Stephanie Hutson, King Bob Ziemba, Bonnie Horton. Patti Hovy. and Kathy Grams; Back Row: Mike handorf, Dave Shedbalker, John Hernandez, Scott Bowerman, Russ Biba, and Steve Woods. Prom Time This year's 1987 prom took place at the beautiful Allgauer's Hotel in Horthbrook. The dance took place on Friday, May 1, starting with a meal of chicken kieve and then dancing to Gentlemen of Lei- sure. At 10:30, Bob Ziemba and Stephanie Hutson were crowned King and Queen. They danced to the theme of this year's prom, Hever Say Good-bye by Bon Jovi. Post prom activities took place the next day at Six Flags Great America. Although the weather was not the greatest, everyone still seemed to have a good time. Clockwise from left: Bob Ziemba. Tracy Russo, Steve Huska, Alicia Musur, Frank Husak, Dan Stefka, and Cindy Swartzloff enjoy an exquisite evening. 24 Prom