Johnsburg High School - Skyhawk Yearbook (McHenry, IL)

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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

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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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Senior Dave Shedbalker congratulates Bob Ziemba, who was elected prom king. ABOVE: Scott Brady and Kelley Dieter dance to the theme never Say Goodbye.'' LEFT: Seniors Lesley Davidson. Stephanie Engstrom. Wendy Boelens. and Tina Paries take time out to have a picture taken. Prom 25